Never look like a hot mess again

'Effie' is an automatic iron that will dry, steam, and iron your clothes. It can iron up to 12 items in a cycle and comes with adjustable hangers to make washing all sizes simple. Read more...More about Gadgets, Home, Mashable Video, Smart Home, and Iron | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Recharge on-the-go with these power bank backpacks

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.These days, we bring our devices everywhere with us in our bags. You'll never know when you'll need a charge, and it can get really annoying if your phone dies on the go. Avoid t … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

More reports of alleged iPhone 8 Plus battery swelling issues have emerged

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@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Ohio State will give every freshman an iPad, which they'll, uh... totally use for schoolwork

Starting next fall, all new students at Ohio State University will be receiving an iPad Pro, along with an Apple Pencil, a Smart Keyboard, a case, a suite of apps, and Apple Care+. Ohio State told Mashable that the iPads will be completely free for students — the cost will not be … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How to survive your first term with a little help from your smartphone

The student animal is a curious creature. To thrive in its native habitat, it must learn crucial survival skills: Navigating courting rituals (i.e. perfecting the art of that daunting initial text), hunting for inexpensive dining delicacies (that don't taste of plastic), optimisi … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Facebook sneakily released a Slack competitor

Your prayers have been answered. Facebook has finally released a beta version of Workplace Chat, a desktop messaging service for businesses. The new messaging service is essentially a competitor to Slack and is part of Facebook's Workplace for Desktop suite.SEE ALSO: Zuckerberg f … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How to hold private companies accountable for data breaches

Another day, another data breach.That would definitely be an apt catch phrase for 2017, with major, high-profile hacks or breaches coming with disturbing regularityEquifax and HBO were all hit hard, and the WannaCry ransomware crippled infrastructure around the globe. Even Instag … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How to downgrade your iPhone from iOS 11

We were all excited for iOS 11, but some of us were disappointed when we finally updated our phones. Specifically, those of us who still have the iPhone 6. For iPhone 6 users like me, iOS 11 has created more issues than it's actually solved. The new operating system has often slo … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

What Google Clips means for privacy and constant surveillance

Google Clips is either the camera that parents and pet owners have waited all their lives for, or the next step in a world in which we spend a growing chunk of our lives being recorded. Maybe it's both. SEE ALSO: Google Clips was the big surprise of the Pixel eventThe wallet-size … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

AOL Instant Messenger will finally, totally die in December

AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), the beloved messaging service that was the first online experience for an entire generation, will finally reach the end of its life later this year. SEE ALSO: How dancing emoji hijacked your job — and why there's no going backThe remnants of the once … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Apple just fixed a High Sierra bug that's so bad its embarrassing

Apple issued an update for its High Sierra desktop operating system on Thursday. Called the "macOS High Sierra 10.13 Supplemental Update," the new update fixes two dangerous bugs in High Sierra, both of which exposed user passwords in some way.SEE ALSO: Whoops, a hacker found a w … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

The MasterSous is a multipurpose cooking device that will even stir for you

There are those who are cooking purists, the people who want to chop everything by hand, carefully braise a piece of meat, and generally stay hunched over the stove for the whole process. Then there are those who think (ahem know) that tech is here to make our lives better, easie … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Say hello to Apple's new iOS 11 emoji

Finally, iOS 11 is here in all its glory, and in case the software's new features weren't exciting enough, Apple is also releasing hundreds of new emoji.On Friday the company announced a trove of highly-anticipated emoji will be coming to iPhones and iPads, including more beloved … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Woman reports same dick pic 3 times, gets 3 different responses from Twitter

Social media companies say they're taking reports of stalking and abusive behaviour with the utmost seriousness. SEE ALSO: Twitter's 'LasVagas' hashtag fail shows the worst part of algorithms Well, if this report is to be trusted, Twitter still has a long way to go to make its po … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Pixel Buds show exactly how Google plans to beat Apple at its own game

Out of all the products Google launched at its big event this week, there's one that should have Apple really worried. No, it's not the Pixel phones (though they certainly seem like worthy iPhone competitors) or the MacBook-like Pixelbook, it's the Pixel Buds.SEE ALSO: Google's P … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

BlackBerry's next phone appears to counter trends with enormous bezel

BlackBerry is preparing to launch a new mid-range phone, and now, thanks to Evan Blass — a man who often accurately posts information about phones before said information is official — we probably know what it looks like. It's called the BlackBerry Motion, and boy, is that lower … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Boost your antioxidant intake with this automated tea brewer

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Traditional tea-making is a very nuanced process, and most of us don't have much more knowledge of making our own outside of boiling some water and pouring it into a mug with a t … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This smart compass for your bike could help you stay safe while following your GPS

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.The Beeline is exactly the kind of compass that cyclists need. Having your phone out while you're on a bicycle ride is dangerous business, even if you're using it for your GPS. I … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Big new camera update could be exactly what the Essential Phone needs

Andy Rubin's the Essential Phone is an interesting phone, but it's not great, and the main reason for that is the crappiness of its camera. A flagship phone today must have a better, faster camera, period. Essential tried to remedy that with several software updates, and while th … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This connected tabletop gadget can measure the calories on your plate in 10 seconds flat

Counting calories from an app can be pretty inaccurate, so this kitchen gadget is set to be a godsend for dieters.Japanese electronics conglomerate Panasonic just showed off a prototype of its tabletop calorie counter dubbed CaloRieco.SEE ALSO: A smart thermos promises to keep tr … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Think you hate selfies? The Russian military might ban them.

Russian soldiers may soon be saying goodbye to their Snapchats. According to the BBC, the Russian Ministry of Defense, which manages and regulates Russia's armed forces, has drafted a law that would ban soldiers and military personnel from posting on social media. The ban is expe … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Australia's facial recognition database will now include driver's licence photos

Move over Face ID, the Australian government has eclipsed you on the creepy factor.It'll allow for photos from government I.D.s and licenses to be added to a national facial recognition database, making it easier for the country's law enforcement agencies to identify people in re … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

OMG, I'm handcuffed to a chair and only Alexa can help me

Read more...{"player":{"description":"New York Comic Con has a one-of-a-kind voice-enabled escape room experience.","image":"https://i.amz.mshcdn.com/Apxiq5WDkeGLQ3anuisUs7E8Q_E=/https%3A%2F%2Fvdist.aws.mashable.com%2Fcms%2F2017%2F10%2Ff95ca454-5ed2-793f%2Fthumb%2F00001.jpg","med … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

John Kelly reportedly used a compromised phone for months

Today in yes-that-really-happened: White House Chief of Staff John Kelly reportedly used a compromised personal cellphone for months. The former secretary of the Department of Homeland Security apparently realized something was up during the summer, according to a new report from … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Elon Musk's open to rebuilding Puerto Rico's power grid, but there's a catch

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@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Russian hackers reportedly used popular antivirus software to steal NSA data

Russian hackers stole "highly classified" NSA files laying out how the agency combats cyberattacks and spies on other countries' networks, according to a new report in The Wall Street Journal.The hackers reportedly found the files via Kaspersky's antivirus software after an Natio … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Electric-hybrid planes could be in the air by 2022

Zunum Aero, the Boeing and JetBlue-backed hybrid-electric aviation startup, just set a delivery date for its first next-gen airplanes: 2022. The company released the design specs for its debut 12-seat production aircraft, its first major announcement since emerging from stealth m … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Google's 'Pixel Buds' may be the key to breaking the language barrier

Google's new Pixel Buds are the most impressive (wireless) headphones of 2017. They have the Google Assistant built-in and ready to go. Google claims an impressive battery life, and real-time language translation. All for the price of your AirPods. Read more...More about Google, … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Comic book cosplayers look insanely good with iPhone 8 Plus Portrait Lighting

New York Comic Con is perhaps the only place where you can see Batman and Deadpool standing side by side or a half-a-dozen Harley Quinns purposefully ignoring each other.It's basically like the cosplay Olympics on the floor of New York's comics, pop-culture, sci-fi and gaming con … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Hover cars aren't as far off as you think—meet the Renault Float concept

The Float is a concept car by Yunchen Chai. It won the design competition hosted by Renault and Central Saint Martins. The participants of the competition had to design a car that emphasized electric power, autonomous driving, and connected technology. This car uses Meglev techno … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This is how cheaters are dealt with in esports

Among the many challenges facing the esports industry, combatting cheaters is one of the most intricate and important. The digital nature of gaming creates unprecedented threats to integrity and fair play, unlike those seen in traditional sports. Add game publishers to the mix, w … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This Kickstarter campaign wants to help keep your Mac charger organized

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.MacBook users everywhere have the same complaint: its charger kind of sucks. The wires are too chunky to wrap up, making it difficult to pack up alongside your laptop. And if it … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

A wireless mouse that only needs to be charged once every three months, for under $10

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.We all love our devices dearly but can probably agree on one thing: using a touchpad or screen just isn't comfortable. You can get a wireless mouse, but the batteries need to be … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This adorable stuffed animal robot helps your kid stay curious

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Parenting and AI aren't usually something you think of as going hand in hand, but the people behind this Kickstarter campaign have created a robot that both parents and kids will … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Microsoft launches preview mobile app for Edge, the browser almost no one uses

Microsoft just announced that it will bring its Edge browser to iOS and Android, starting with new preview apps on both platforms.The software giant, which hasn't had the best track record with its own mobile projects, is finally introducing Edge to the two dominant smartphone ec … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Snapchat's next trick could be adding facial recognition to Bitmoji

It looks like Snapchat is working on a new feature that uses facial recognition to automatically create Bitmoji.A new patent application made public Thursday, but filed by the company last March, describes a process that uses facial recognition tech for "automated avatar generati … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How to Make Your Own Internet-Friendly Slime

Read more...More about Mashable Reels, Slime, Sn Reels, Make Your Own Slime, and How To Make Slime | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Car tech is distracting drivers for alarming amounts of time, study says

The bright touchscreens and other technology being squeezed into the dashboards of new cars certainly look cool, but scientists have found that it also takes drivers' eyes off the road for dangerously long periods of time.Researchers at the University of Utah stepped into over 30 … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

This desk learns your habits to help you work smarter

We've all heard the phrase work smarter, not harder. Smart desks are now making it easy. Created by technology company Autonomous, the 'Smart Desk 3' can organize your tasks and learn your habits to help streamline the menial tasks that clog up your workday. Read more...More abou … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Airbus is working on a self-flying taxi, and the prototype could fly as early as 2018

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@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Watch out, Apple—Google's new lineup is here and it's pretty amazing

Google upgraded their line of products starting with the Google Pixel, two new versions of the Google Home, a wearable camera, headphones that translate language, and a new Chromebook laptop.And the one thing these products all have in common is Google Assistant—and it's pretty i … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

You'll soon be able to post Instagram Stories to Facebook Stories

Even when you think it's failed miserably, Facebook always has a way to win. When the gargantuan social network launched Facebook Stories — essentially the same feature as Instagram Stories, which is essentially the same feature as Snapchat Stories — everyone said "meh."But those … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

These tubes bring natural light indoors and help reduce energy costs

SolarTube International developed light tubes that can harness the light of the sun and illuminate window-less rooms, bringing natural light to otherwise dim indoor areas.  Read more...More about Mashable Video, Solar Energy, Tube, Natural Light, and Lighting | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Have Alexa make your tea as soon as you wake up in the morning

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Thanks to the iKettle 3rd Gen, Alexa just became your own personal barista.The newest version of the iKettle is now compatible with Amazon Echo. You can now have Alexa start maki … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Google quietly removed smartwatches from its online store

At its big event Wednesday, Google launched a ton of new hardware: Two phones, a laptop, two new smart speakers, and wireless headphones. But new smartwatches were suspiciously absent from the event, even though the latest major version of Google's wearables platform, Android Wea … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Sit up straighter with the help of this posture correcting cushion on Kickstarter

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.If you're at an eight-hour desk job for five days a week, you might have trouble getting comfortable in your seat. That could be a sign of poor posture, and it can take forever t … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How well do you really know Microsoft Office?

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Nowadays, it’s easy to take Microsoft Office for granted — plenty of us have been using it as long as we’ve been using computers. And putting it as a skill on a resume seems as s … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Amazon wants to make more products available for two-day delivery, so it's launching a FedEx competitor

Bad news for FedEx and UPS—Amazon is coming to eat their lunch.Amazon is testing a new delivery service with the intention of making more products available for free two-day delivery, according to a Bloomberg report. The service would also help take pressure off of overcrowding i … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago