Browsing Category: Tech News

  • The internet companies working to save net neutrality

    The government didn’t completely kill net neutrality, as long as companies that offer our internet access enforce its principles.  Some probably won’t. Comcast, America’s most-hated company, has hinted at creating “fast lanes” where internet companies would have to pay for better access to the network. (After this article was posted, a Comcast spokesperson described those …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Dog-walking app Wag may be raising a huge round of funding

     It looks like Wag may get another huge injection of cash following a big financing round earlier this year, according to a report by Recode, and also based on what we are hearing. We had heard a bit ago that Wag was looking to raise around $100 million, which the Recode report also suggests. But it …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Could Chico be a Jack Russell Terrier?

    On What’s Your Mutt? we test the doggy DNA of one pooch to reveal its exact breed mix and genetic makeup, once and for all! Don’t miss the shocking results of our “pawternity” tests, each week! For over a decade, Chico’s owner has been asking him “Who do you think you arf?” Thanks to genetic …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Is tap water safe to drink?

    This is an age-old question: is tap water okay to drink? In countries like the U.S., you may not think twice about grabbing water straight from the tap and gulping it down. However, in light of tragedies in places like Flint, Michigan, we should evaluate whether or not tap water is as reliable as you …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • This $12 lens kit will be your smartphone's newest sidekick

    Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Sure, your smartphone camera is great. But don’t you wish it could do a little more? SEE ALSO: This DSLR camera has ‘food mode’ and it’s $300 off at Target today The RAWtronics Universal 3-in-1 Lens Kit will be …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Fitbit is having a bad day

     Fitbit is, again, not having a good day after spending the year in mostly middling status as it looks to prove there’s a market for fitness trackers and its own smartwatch. The culprit today: a Wall Street firm slapped a “sell” rating on the company’s stock, which often results in a rejection of its potential …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Here's a breakdown of the beloved 'Star Wars' character, the porg

    The most anticipated character from ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ is the porg. From its origins to how they are brought to movie-life, here’s everything you need to know about the porg. Read more… More about Movies, Christmas, Disney, Holidays, and Mashable Video Source: Mashable | Here's a breakdown of the beloved 'Star Wars' character, …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • Oh god, here's Barack Obama playing Santa Claus

    We assume that if you clicked on a story about Barack Obama playing Santa Claus, you are prepared to cry. And so we cannot say we didn’t warn you. The president visited the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington on Thursday to deliver gifts to a few middle schoolers. He wore a leather jacket …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel
  • The oldest U.S. polar bear turned 37 years old and she had a better birthday than you

    Coldilocks is the oldest Polar Bear in the United States and she celebrated her 37th birthday on Thursday at the Philadelphia Zoo.   Happy birthday to Coldilocks! At 37 years old, Coldilocks in the oldest #polarbear in the country! Join us tomorrow as we celebrate Coldi’s birthday with treats, presents, singing, BEARthday cake and more! …

    December 15, 2017 | by Raheel