Do you need to say goodbye to mainstream headphones and try something more extraordinary? Take Bey’s example and get yourself a pair of cat ear headphones. Beyoncé made waves this week after making an account on Twitch, the popular streaming platform. While it was just a Super Bowl ad for Verizon, we think cat ear […]| TechTheLead
With 2023 brought to a standstill in entertainment thanks to the much-needed SAG-AFTRA strikes, you’d think 2024 would also be pretty poor when it comes to movies. Well, think again, because at least when it comes to scifi movies, 2024 will be an incredible year for original stories. Scroll on to see the new scifi […]| TechTheLead
The glory days of family Netflix accounts shared among dozens of friends and exes are almost over! Netflix password-sharing is under attack, as the streaming service started cracking down on those who use other people’s accounts. As part of a test designed to cut down on shared accounts, Netflix sent a lot of people emails […]| TechTheLead
Looking for a laptop to handle it all, from gaming to office tasks? After spending some time with the new Gigabyte Aero OLED 15 laptop, it’s safe to say this gaming laptop is among the best you could get your hands on today. With the prices for desktop graphic cards going up every day, gaming […]| TechTheLead
When it comes to gaming laptops, there are a lot of choices out there – and the Asus TUF Gaming Dash F15 stands out. Overview This is a heavy-duty gaming laptop with the latest Intel i7 Gen 11 processor paired with the latest Nvidia RTX 3000 GPUs and a sweet audio setup overall. In a […]| TechTheLead
“My company makes remote employees use a program that takes webcam photos of us throughout the day,” wrote one person on r/antiwork, a growing online community dedicated to fighting unfair labor practices and employers. According to one study we’ll examine below, one in three people believe they’re not under surveillance from their employer and 15% […]| TechTheLead
A lot of things are coming back into fashion but just because we’re getting a little nostalgic for the aesthetic, that doesn’t mean we have to go full-on Lo-Fi. Those vintage, retro headphones in the thrift shop look tempting but are they really all that? Yes, some of them are, but these picks will do […]| TechTheLead
Before upgrading your CPU to improve your PC’s performance in gaming, you must know how to master thermal management. Using a CPU cooling system to keep your processor at the optimal temperature can boost your frame rate, processing speed and performance. New to PC gaming and confused on where to start? First things first… What […]| TechTheLead
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s latest statement has made the rounds and ignited a much-needed discussion around what kids today should learn. Going contrary to the advice parroted to parents all over the world, Huang thinks kids shouldn’t learn to code anymore. Even more, he said that there is no need for humans to learn programming, […]| TechTheLead
It’s easy to get enthusiastic about projects like Bell Nexus, Boeing PAV and Bosch’ shuttle pod; they look cool and promise a future previously seen just in sci-fi movies. But there’s a long way to go until we reach that point; so what are automotive companies doing NOW to keep drivers safe and pave the […]| TechTheLead
According to the news agency Reuters, via Reddit, hackers believed to be working for Russia have been targeting the U.S. Treasury and the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration by monitoring internal email traffic for months. The Commerce Department confirmed in a statement the breach at one of its agencies: “We have asked the […]| TechTheLead
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have dramatically changed the industrial landscape, improving processes, outcomes and reliability. We’ve all heard how applications of AI and ML in manufacturing can improve quality, reduce accidents and enhance productivity. But what about the lesser-known ways these technologies support innovation and competitiveness? 1. Enabling Equipment Scheduling While AI-powered […]| TechTheLead
Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science just published a report that has incredible implications for the future of our oceans – and immediate implications for our health. The IIS researchers created a hydrogel capable of cleaning microplastic from water. Their creation binds microplastics in an unique intertwined polymer network. Then, that new mass allows […]| TechTheLead
General Motors is joining forces with EVgo and Pilot Travel Centers on a mission to spread the love of electric vehicle chargers — 500, to be exact. The project’s completion will signal a massive shift in fueling accessibility for EV owners, potentially changing the game for how many people decide to purchase an EV as […]| TechTheLead
Some people buy dumb TVs, others stopped using their smart TV interface and played media from an outside source. Sounds familiar? To avoid ads on your TV, those two strategies used to be the way to go. Soon though, if this Roku patent gets implemented, only dumb TVs will be the way forward. ArsTechnica and […]| TechTheLead
Matrix 4 might have received a lukewarm reception but the owners of this IP aren’t letting it go. A new report in Deadline reveals the existence of a new Matrix movie, one with a surprising director attached. No, it’s not a Wachowski. Drew Goddard will write and direct the new Matrix movie. Fortunately, he will […]| TechTheLead
The famous Lenna image, of Playboy model Lena Forsén, can’t be used in any more research papers published on IEEE, the organization announced this week. They’re following on the tails of the Nature journal, which banned the Lena image back in 2018. Michel P. Frank revealed on X an email he received from IEEE’s Technical […]| TechTheLead
It sounds like a sequel to 1978’s Superman but it’s a really pressing issue today: the Earth is spinning faster than it used to. The change in the Earth’s rotation is a small one but big enough that it might lead to a so-called ‘negative leap second’. That means that, a couple of years from […]| TechTheLead
Doom, Quake, Unreal Tournament, Halo, all-nighters and junk food – you can almost feel the energy in these pictures! A new book created by a popular podcaster packs a powerful dose of nostalgia on each page. The ‘LAN Party’ photobook will bring back memories of late 90s, early 2000s multiplayer games culture. It’s a photo […]| TechTheLead
Netflix’s show is available from March 21st but there’s a Tencent Three-Body Problem TV series available right now! Let’s look at how China adapted one of the best scifi books in recent years. Is Tencent’s Three-Body Problem worth watching before, after or side-by-side with Netflix’s new blockbuster show? You decide but please, as a scifi […]| TechTheLead
The shift toward renewable energy sources is gaining momentum, with offshore wind farms playing a pivotal role in this transition. These farms — with their massive turbines anchored in the sea — harness the power of ocean winds to generate clean, sustainable energy. This technological marvel is a testament to human innovation and people’s commitment […]| TechTheLead
Asked how long do gaming laptops last, Reddit users will be quick to rush in with anecdotes of devices still running great after a decade. However, if you’re wondering if gaming laptops are a good investment, you have to be clear about what you’re expecting from your device. Gaming laptops can last for a decade […]| TechTheLead