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fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

How the AWS outage hit people, from missed Starbucks orders to wonky Alexa alarms

It delayed Starbucks orders, Reddit scrolls - and yes, work Slack messages. AWS' cloud services provide a backbone for many internet companies. On Monday morning, the company experienced a widespread outage, listing over 80 affected services on the status page for Amazon's cloud unit. While Amazon said the underlying issue had been been "fully mitigated" earlier on Monday, a second wave of issues hit US users later in the morning as the company continued to battle the outage.
Tech industry
Artificial intelligence
fromCNET
1 week ago

So Many Brands Are Calling Their Basic Tech 'AI' Now: Here's Why I'm Worried

Widespread AI labeling across consumer devices often misrepresents capabilities, confusing buyers and undermining meaningful generative AI features.
fromAndroid Authority
1 month ago

Dear Samsung, please stop ruining your best gadgets with horrible ads

Advertisements are a known consequence of online life in 2025. When you watch a YouTube video, scroll through social media, or open an article like this one you're reading right now, it's normal and expected to see ads. Some advertising is more aggressive than others, but you know what you're getting into when you use any facet of the modern internet. However, there are other times when ads appear in unexpected places.
Mobile UX
E-Commerce
fromWWD
2 months ago

A Showcase for Innovation Comes to Times Square

Tm:rw is an innovative retail space in Times Square showcasing tech-driven products across multiple categories.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Does a window-cleaning robot actually work? I tested one to find out (and I'm pleasantly surprised)

Ecovacs' Winbot W2 Omni turns window cleaning into an entertaining experience with efficient automation and user-friendly design.
Pets
fromWIRED
3 months ago

A Smart Litterbox That Can Tell Your Cats Apart Is $250 Off for Prime Day

The Petkit Purobot Ultra tracks pet health through litter box usage monitoring.
E-Commerce
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Prime Day Echo Dot Deal Makes Spider-Man Your Friendly Virtual Assistant

Early Amazon Prime Day 2025 deals include the Echo Dot at its lowest price of $32 and discounts on themed stands.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Keep burglars out: six ways to protect your home when you're away

Securing your home before a summer trip is essential to preventing burglaries; hide valuables, use timers for lights, and check home security systems.
UK news
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fromZDNET
5 months ago
Gadgets

This 3-in-1 robot vacuum kept my floors clean all season, and it's priced to compete

fromZDNET
5 months ago
Gadgets

This 3-in-1 robot vacuum kept my floors clean all season, and it's priced to compete

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fromApartment Therapy
5 months ago

This Home Fragrance Diffuser Makes My Home Smell Like a Fancy Hotel (It's on Sale!)

The Pura diffuser offers significant savings during the Memorial Day Sale, making it a top pick for home fragrance enthusiasts.
Pets
fromWIRED
5 months ago

The Best Pet Cameras for Dogs and Cats

Pet cameras offer more functions for interaction like treat dispensing, unlike standard security cameras.
Both types of cameras can be used for monitoring, but pet cameras are tailored for specific pet needs.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
5 months ago

These old Google Nest thermostats may soon be obsolete - but it's not all bad news

Older Google Nest thermostats will lose smart features after October 2025, as support is discontinued.
Google offers discounts on newer models to affected users.
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