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    The Connected Customer Experience

    “The connected customer experience” explores how people’s feelings and expectations have changed over the course of the pandemic—and what that means for how companies engage...
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    Differentiate with cloud power

    Cloud-powered services create benefits for all types of companies, yet most enterprises are merely scratching the surface of what’s possible in the cloud. According to...
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    How to Manage Third Party Risk

    The adoption of digital transformation, cloud computing, and Infrastructure as a Service all have brought business new found success. However as an unintended consequence nearly...
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    • Packing Even More Features Into a Classic Radio

      When it comes to hacking niches, breathing new life into vintage devices is always an exciting challenge. [t0mg]’s recent project exemplifies this with his 1978 Sony FX-300 ‘Jackal’ radio. He’d …read more

    • Neat Ring Clock Relies On Addressable LEDs

      [WhiskeyTangoHotel] wanted to build an LED clock after seeing some great designs online. They elected to go after a ring clock design, based around the ever-popular WS2812B addressable LEDs. The …read more

    • Building a Raycaster Within Bash

      Wolfenstein 3D was a paradigm-shifting piece of software, using raycasting techniques to create a game with pseudo-3D graphics. Now, [izabera] has done something very similar, creating a raycasting display engine that …read more

    • Repairing a Samsung 24″ LCD Monitor With Funky Color Issues

      Dumpster diving is one of those experiences that can net you some pretty cool gear for a reasonable price. Case in point the 24″ Samsung S24E650XW LCD monitor that [MisterHW] …read more

    • Building a 3D-Printed Strandbeest

      The Strandbeest is a walking machine, a creation of the celebrated artist Theo Jansen. They can look intimidating in their complexity, but it’s quite possible to build your own. In …read more

    • Taser Ring Is Scary Jewelry You Shouldn’t Build

      Officially, the term “taser” refers to a particular brand of projectile-firing electric stun gun. However, the word is also colloquially used to refer to just about any device intended for …read more

    • Gimbal Clock Relies On Servos For Its Cool Movements

      In the annals of human history, clocks got boring there for a while. Most were just variations on hands spinning in a circle, with the occasional tweeting bird mechanism to …read more

    • Find the perfect color match every time with this handy dandy sensor

      TL;DR: Match any color like a pro with the Nix Mini 3 — the go-to gadget for $69.97 until February 9. Ever stared at a wall and wondered, What shade of blue is that? Enter the Nix Mini 3, the pocket-sized color sensor that makes guessing games a thing of the past. — Read the rest The post Find the perfect color match every time with this handy dandy sensor appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Dyson Trees could make a home for humans—and other things

      The comet loomed in her canopy. A vantablack mass hiding the stars. No glint on the ice, no coma, just darkness. They'd called it 1I/2077 then the Very Low Albedo Object then Ymwelydd Tywyll. It was silent but Mei's spiraling ship was not: the debris, the power failure, the comet itself. — Read the rest The post Dyson Trees could make a home for humans—and other things appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Who needs daylight? This night-vision device has you covered

      TL;DR: Explore the night with this compact night-vision device — on sale for $99.99 (reg. $159) for a limited time. The night is full of wonders — if you can actually see them. Enter the Mini Digital Night Vision Binoculars, your new ticket to exploring the dark like never before. — Read the rest The post Who needs daylight? This night-vision device has you covered appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • RIP David Lynch, visionary director who brought surrealism to the mainstream

      David Lynch, who transformed American cinema with his dreamlike vision, died on January 16, 2025, at his home in Los Angeles, just days before his 79th birthday. His death was announced on his official Facebook page. Lynch's distinctive vision earned him three Academy Award nominations for Best Director and the description by critic Pauline Kael as "the first populist surrealist." — Read the rest The post RIP David Lynch, visionary director who brought surrealism to the mainstream appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Police investigating creepy "yellow man" caught on video in Northern Ireland

      In the Northern Ireland county of Co Derry, police have increased "proactive patrols" in search of a creepy "yellow man" caught on video wandering the streets at night. You can watch the first reported encounter with the strange character below.    LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? — Read the rest The post Police investigating creepy "yellow man" caught on video in Northern Ireland appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Mutant fruit flies created by radiation, would take over Earth within months

      In May 1950, Whisper magazine warned its readers of humanity's impending doom — not from communism or atomic bombs, but from giant mutant fruit flies created in a Nobel Prize winner's laboratory. "One of the most terrifying sights under the sun is that of billions of ants, in a solid column over a mile wide and several miles long, marching through the jungle in a ravenous quest for food, eating everything in their path, from leaves and grubs to animals," George Dempster wrote. — Read the rest The post Mutant fruit flies created by radiation, would take over Earth within months appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Rudy Giuliani settles with election workers he defamed

      Rudy Giuliani, on the hook for $148m in damages against election workers he lied about, twice held in contempt of court, took the easy way out Thursday: he settled with them. Giuliani's attempts to avoid consequences had led to an impending third trial that might have stripped him of something he can't hide: his home. — Read the rest The post Rudy Giuliani settles with election workers he defamed appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Unlicensed practitioner of circumcisions "cut corners"

      A former doctor has been jailed for running an illegal mobile circumcision business. This story gets worse and worse as you read it. A doctor who lost his license continued practicing circumcisions on patients up to the age of 14. His tools were disgusting and unfit for use; the entire thing reads like a horror movie. — Read the rest The post Unlicensed practitioner of circumcisions "cut corners" appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • This 2,500-year-old Chinese sword looks like "something from the J.R.R. Tolkien universe that has entered the actual historical record"

      A 2,500-year-old Chinese sword discovered in 1965 remains razor-sharp and pristine today, seemingly defying the natural laws of decay that typically ravage ancient bronze weapons. The Sword of Goujian, named after a legendary Chinese king, emerged from a waterlogged tomb in China's Hubei Province looking as lethal as the day it was crafted. — Read the rest The post This 2,500-year-old Chinese sword looks like "something from the J.R.R. Tolkien universe that has entered the actual historical record" appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Jean-Pierre bids farewell to the White House podium, and Doocy

      Karine Jean-Pierre bid the White House press corp goodbye and tossed some lighthearted shade at Fox slimeball Doocy. LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT THE ADS? CLICK HERE TO GO AD-FREE! Fox's Peter Doocy has always been there to ask nonsensical questions or to repeat the lamest conspiracies that came out of OAN and Newsmax. — Read the rest The post Jean-Pierre bids farewell to the White House podium, and Doocy appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Arrested: 5th-grade teacher has child with her 13-year-old student, say reports

      A 5th-grade teacher in South Jersey was arrested yesterday after allegedly having a child with her 13-year-old former student. The 34-year-old Middle Township Elementary School teacher, Laura Caron, was charged with aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child after the parents of the victim noticed that the teacher's now 5-year-old son looked very much like their own son. — Read the rest The post Arrested: 5th-grade teacher has child with her 13-year-old student, say reports appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • Keygen CEO eliminated sales calls and saw sales increase

      Zach Brown, creator of software licensing platform Keygen, found that eliminating sales calls actually helped him land bigger clients — including a Fortune 1000 company. "Being an introvert, I absolutely hated calls," Brown writes on the Keygen blog. "They're not only awkward, but a 30 minute call takes up hours of my headspace." — Read the rest The post Keygen CEO eliminated sales calls and saw sales increase appeared first on Boing Boing.

    • What Does ‘YW’ Mean in Text?

      Have you ever received a message with ‘YW’ and wondered what it meant? Don’t worry—you’re not... The post What Does ‘YW’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • How to Enable Astrophotography Mode on Your Pixel?

      Capturing the beauty of the night sky has never been easier, thanks to the advanced features... The post How to Enable Astrophotography Mode on Your Pixel? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • What Does ‘Igh’ Mean in Text?

      In today’s digital world, texting shortcuts and abbreviations help us communicate quickly. As a result, knowing... The post What Does ‘Igh’ Mean in Text? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • 4 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to MP3

      Do you use YouTube to enjoy your favourite music? If so, you might want to save... The post 4 Easy Ways to Download YouTube Videos to MP3 appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • Realme 14 Pro+ Review: Stunning Design & Capable Cameras

      It’s no secret that last year’s Realme 13 Pro+ was one of the best-looking smartphones. And... The post Realme 14 Pro+ Review: Stunning Design & Capable Cameras appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • How to Track a Phone Number for Free: Step-by-Step Guide

      Tracking a phone number is easier than ever, and you don’t need to be a tech... The post How to Track a Phone Number for Free: Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • How to Make a Map in Minecraft?

      Getting lost in Minecraft can be frustrating, especially when you’ve been exploring. Making a map lets... The post How to Make a Map in Minecraft? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • What Does Mewing Mean in Slang?

      Understanding the latest slang and abbreviations is crucial for effective communication in the dynamic world of... The post What Does Mewing Mean in Slang? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • How to Make Paper in Minecraft?

      Making paper in Minecraft is essential for crafting many items, like books, maps, and fireworks. It’s... The post How to Make Paper in Minecraft? appeared first on Fossbytes.

    • Best Blox Fruits List: January 2025

      Blox Fruits is one of the most popular games on Roblox. It offers players an expansive... The post Best Blox Fruits List: January 2025 appeared first on Fossbytes.

      • How to use ChatGPT in Apple Notes for macOS

        ChatGPT is OpenAI's extremely useful chatbot for answering questions. Here's how to use the generative AI tool in Apple's Notes app in macOS.Use ChatGPT with Apple's Notes.Apple Intelligence is now integrated with OpenAi's ChatGPT in macOS, ad well as iOS and iPadOS. Many features of ChatGPT are integrated with Apple apps starting in macOS Sequoia 15.1, and iOS and iPadOS 18.2.While Apple has stated support for Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT are evolving and still in progress, some features are working and included in Apple's operating systems. Expect a further phased rollout of Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT in the near future. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 Dock first with integrated PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD Storage

        Sonnet has a new Thunderbolt 5 dock with four TB5 ports and an internal PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD slot that'll work with your existing M-series Macs and ensure future compatibility with higher speeds.New Sonnet Echo 13 SSD Dock. Image source: SonnetThunderbolt 5 is fresh to the market, and Sonnet didn't waste any time getting the Echo 13 SSD Dock to the market. It adds plenty of ports and SSD storage up to 4TB to your Mac.Since the Echo 13 SSD Dock is Thunderbolt 5 and is equipped with four Thunderbolt 5 ports, it is future-proofed for when companies like Apple embrace the spec. The ultra-fast spec allows bi-directional data bandwidth of 80Gbps, so support for two 8K displays is enabled on products that allow it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • tvOS 18.2.1 now available with bug fixes

        Apple TV users can now download tvOS 18.2.1, which addresses an issue where data may not sync correctly across devices.tvOS 18. Image source: AppleApple releases periodic updates for all of its operating systems, and they're not always significant. The tvOS 18.2.1 update showed up in Apple's update tracker earlier Thursday but began rolling out around 6 p.m. Eastern.The original tvOS 18.2 launched the Snoopy screensavers that change periodically, similar to the Snoopy Apple Watch face. The point update addresses an issue where data may not sync correctly across devices. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Third iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, macOS 15.3 developer betas finally arrive

        Apple is rounding out its third batch of developer betas for the current generation, handing out new builds of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, macOS 15.3, and visionOS 2.3 for testing.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. The third round of betas for iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, macOS 15.3, and visionOS 2.2 follow after the second, which appeared on January 7. The first round arrived on December 16.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Third-party iPad smart connector accessories working again with latest iPadOS 18.3 beta

        Magnetic charging stands that utilize iPad Smart Connectors are working again with the latest iPadOS 18.3 beta, proving it was just a beta bug and not a larger move from Apple.Kuxiu charging stands work again with latest iPadOS 18.3 betaApple doesn't officially offer the Smart Connector through the MFi program, but manufacturers have figured out ways to use it with unofficial workarounds. So far, Apple seems like it doesn't care about the use, but a beta bug caused some concern.After the third iPadOS 18.3 beta was released, users reported that the charging capability of their Kuxiu charging stands had returned. Kuxiu had previously confirmed that they believed it was a beta issue, and not a move from Apple, and this seems to be the case. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Trump's team promises to keep TikTok from being banned

        The inbound Trump administration insists that TikTok will avoid a ban, but the long-term prospects of the social media app staying alive hinge on there being a deal for divestiture to a US company.TikTok app logoTikTok owner ByteDance has until January 19 to divest its ownership of the U.S. elements of the app, or otherwise face it being banned from the country. The situation is precarious and messy to observers, due partly to timing complications.While the ban technically comes into force on January 19, one day before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, it seems that the incoming administration wants TikTok to survive. This despite the law enforcing the ban applying just before the team can do anything about it preemptively. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Apple pulls notification summaries for news & entertainment categories in latest betas

        After a series of misfires caused by bad Apple Intelligence notification summaries, Apple has decided to limit the feature in specific situations.AI summaries don't always get the details rightApple Intelligence rolled out to the public in October 2024, and since its debut, it's been somewhat of a mixed bag. While many people enjoy features like AI writing tools, features like the notification summaries aren't as well received.Specifically, it seems Apple Intelligence doesn't quite get nuanced language. This has resulted in many summaries of news stories being factually incorrect. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • Save $420 on Apple's M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro with a 40-core GPU

        The exclusive price drop on this 16-inch MacBook Pro delivers substantial savings on a premium spec with Apple's top-of-the-line M4 Max chip.Save $420 on a premium M4 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch.Units are in stock at press time on this Space Black 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M4 Max 16-core CPU/40-core GPU chip, 48GB RAM, and 1TB of storage that's marked down to $3,579 at Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama with promo code APINSIDER.The savings are in the form of a $400 instant rebate stacked with the $20 off promo code, bringing the total discount to $420 off retail. The same coupon also takes $40 off three years of AppleCare. Activation instructions for where to find the promo code field can be found further down this page. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

      • New iPhone SE 4 dummy models hint at design & color updates

        Leaked images of the next iPhone SE provide an early glimpse at its updated design and reveal new details about the budget-friendly device, including some color options.iPhone SEApple's budget-friendly iPhone SE lineup has always been about offering great performance at an affordable price. Now, rumors suggest the fourth-generation model will pack even more premium features, making it an exciting option for value-conscious buyers.Here's everything we've heard so far about the iPhone SE 4. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums