• Netflix pulls some Big Brother nonsense with your data

    Netflix watches you, too. The streaming service sent what it probably thought was an innocuous-enough tweet Sunday night, ribbing a few dozen of its users for partaking in a holiday-inspired B-movie binge.     To the 53 people who’ve watched A Christmas Prince every day for the past 18 days: Who hurt you? — Netflix US …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • American Express will stop requiring signatures for purchases

    Mastercard and Discover both announced in recent months that, starting next year, they would no longer require signatures for credit card transactions. Now, the Verge reports, American Express has announced it's also moving away from signatures. As o… Source: Engadget | American Express will stop requiring signatures for purchases

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • You can finally stream 4K videos on Xbox One consoles

    Xbox One S and X consoles can stream 4K resolution videos through the YouTube app now, over a year after the 4K-ready Xbox One S console was released. Microsoft released an update to the YouTube app available to Xbox One consoles, allowing the One S and X to play videos in resolutions up to 4K. …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Paris cracks down on unregistered Airbnb properties

    Airbnb has a long history of legal struggles in various cities in which it operates. Now, according to a report in AFP, Paris has requested that Airbnb comply with new regulations to register with the city. If the company (along with four other compe… Source: Engadget | Paris cracks down on unregistered Airbnb properties

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Want to work with Cisco? This bundle of courses can help you get certified.

    Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. That home Wi-Fi connection you so desperately need to function on a daily basis? Networking technology. The wireless XBOX controller that steers you through an attack on Jakku in Star Wars: Battlefront II? Networking technology. That cable modem that aids …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Youth climate trial reaches federal appeals court, as judges signal it's going to trial

    A landmark case involving a group of 21 young Americans who are suing the federal government for its failure to protect them from the adverse consequences of climate change is inching closer to a trial date.  The case, known as Juliana v. United States, was  scheduled to go to trial in Oregon beginning on Feb. …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Airbnb might actually make virtual reality useful

    Airbnb thinks virtual reality could one day help you plan, and survive, your vacation.  As tacky as that sounds, this could actually be a really good use of VR.  SEE ALSO: 2 Airbnb hosts could be fined up to $148,000 for illegally renting out their apartments Airbnb is making changes. Airbnb’s CEO, Brian Chesky, told …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Ryan Lizza Fired by The New Yorker Over Sexual Misconduct Allegation

    Ryan Lizza Fired by The New Yorker Over Sexual Misconduct Allegation  New York Times Ryan Lizza, another journalist out the door over allegations of sexual misconduct  Washington Examiner Top New Yorker political reporter fired for ‘improper sexual conduct’  Business Insider Full coverage Source: Google News | Ryan Lizza Fired by The New Yorker Over Sexual Misconduct Allegation

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Airbnb will add VR previews of rooms and cities

    Airbnb has been expanding to serve users' other needs, from partnering with WeWork to find desks for traveling customers to investing in apartment complexes for season-length rentals. But the company isn't neglecting its main rental service. Today, A… Source: Engadget | Airbnb will add VR previews of rooms and cities

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Dia & Co is the body positive subscription box you've been waiting for

    Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Cute clothes for curvy women can be hard to find — most mainstream stores have a tiny section in the back where they keep sizes 12 and up, where the clothes are either boring and shapeless or very poorly …

    December 11, 2017 | by Raheel