Shanghai's newest theater looks hypnotic with its kinetic facade

Shanghai’s Fosun Foundation is inspired by traditional Chinese theaters and was designed by Foster+Partners and Heatherwick Studio.The 4,000-square-meter theater is covered by a curtain-like facade, made from three layers of constantly shifting tubes. Read more...More about Archi … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Bing launches Google-like fact-checking label

Bing is taking action against fake news, in a similar fashion to what Google has already done. SEE ALSO: Google's news-bringing Feed is now available globallyMicrosoft's search engine is adding a "Fact Check" label to the search results "to help users find fact checking informati … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

An origami-inspired lantern, powered by the sun

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.What if you could light up whatever space you chose, and do a little bit of good at the same time? Meet the Solarpuff. Inspired by origami, the puff is a solar-powered lantern th … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

You need this smart watch if you’re always the cold one in the office

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.There are two groups in any office: team "we need the air conditioning on even in winter" and team "it's the middle of summer but we're still cold." Office temperature battles ar … | Continue reading


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Finally, there's a smartwatch that actually looks like a watch

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Wearables: a good idea once upon a time, but now most smartwatches are like having an overpriced, notification-blaring hunk of steel on your wrist. Whatever happened to the smart … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

You can now disable Samsung's Bixby button

Samsung's latest crop of flagship phones — Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and Galaxy Note 8 — have a dedicated button that can only be used to launch the company's smart assistant, Bixby. Not everyone cared for Bixby (especially since it took forever for Samsung to actually enable it on i … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

GE's Alexa-powered smart lamp opens the floodgates for voice-controlled everything

 Amazon's Alexa voice assistant can no longer be contained to the company's Echo devices.From smartwatches to Echo clones like the Eufy Genie, device makers are eager to integrate Alexa voice controls into everything imaginable. Late last year, GE announced the C by GE Sol, the w … | Continue reading


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Google goes big in Asia with mobile payment app for hundreds of millions of people

Google is going big into Asia's mobile payment scene.The tech giant has launched a new mobile money app called Tez in India — a country with a smartphone user base of over 300 million, which has been named the world's fastest growing smartphone market.SEE ALSO: Asia's newest mobi … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

'See' sounds around you with these eyeglasses for the hearing impaired

For the hearing impaired, getting around without audio cues can be a challenge. Sudden noises can alert you to things happening in that direction, and allow you to react faster to them.A new design idea translates these audio cues to visual ones, via a set of eyeglasses.The Peri … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Tap Nike's new app-connected NBA jerseys with your smartphone

The only way to access Nike's new app? Tap your phone on an NBA jersey.Nike has announced a new stage for its eight-year NBA partnership, in the form of a jersey-connected app.SEE ALSO: How Nike turned the shoe drop into a high-tech treasure huntOfficially announced on Sept. 16 a … | Continue reading


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This app collects women's stories to fight harassment in developing countries

After a 23-year-old woman died from being brutally gang-raped on a bus in New Delhi, India back in 2012, ElsaMarie D'Silva — an aviation professional turned social entrepreneur — was compelled to join the global conversation surrounding sexual violence against women.In hopes of m … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

How one software engineer is using an app to fight hunger in Nigeria

Growing up having experienced the struggles of hunger firsthand, Oscar Ekponimo made it his life's mission to use his talents to help others without food.Now a software engineer living in Abuja, Ekponimo developed Chowberry — an innovative web app working to provide affordable nu … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

There's gonna be a lot of people in tears when they realize they won't get an iPhone X until 2018

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This famed Kickstarter product solves one of life's most random problems

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Running, and even walking, with too many keys in your pocket is the worst. They can poke you, distract you, and even make your pants fall down. The struggle is real.But you can s … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Pretend you're on 'The Wire' with this virtual burner phone

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Work, dating, communicating with sketchy people on Craigslist: even if you’re not a shady character, you probably have some activity that you’d like to keep private.SEE ALSO: Cha … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Finally, a clock that can track all your family and friend's locations

The Eta Clock is a community location device that allows you to track your loved ones' location. Instantly know if someone you care about is safe, even when they don't answer their phone. Read more...More about Location, Clock, Tracking, Real Time, and Real Time Video | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Download this: the new anonymous app that's going viral with teens

Another anonymous app is at the top of the App Store and it might be because it's figured out anonymous apps' biggest problem: bullying.Called "tbh," short for "to be honest," the app takes an unconventional approach to anonymity. While it allows friends to anonymously communicat … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

It’s Lit: How one LA DJ uses smart lighting to enhance his life

Paid Content By: Philips HueBrian Henry’s life is lit. For the last few years, Henry’s pursued and perfected an occupation that many try — and fail — to make their own: Brian Henry is a DJ. Known professionally as DJ B-Hen, the 33-year old Los Angeles native built momentum over t … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Sticker photos that come to life might just be cooler than instant film

The 'Prynt Pocket' takes instant print photos to a whole new level. They use augmented reality to playback video right from your photo. Read more...More about Iphone, Photography, Mashable Video, Iphone 7, and Camera | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Blocking hate speech from ads isn't hard — tech companies just need to care more

Facebook, Google, and Twitter are facing a lot of difficult questions over their ad policies after it came to light this week that all three companies allowed advertisers to run targeted ads based on hate speech.Though the circumstances around each case were slightly different, e … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Facebook tests 'Snooze' feature to temporarily hide annoying friends

You know that guy in your News Feed who just got a car and won't stop posting pictures? Facebook finally has a solution for you. It's testing a "Snooze" button that allows users to temporarily unfollow individuals, pages, and groups for periods of 24 hours, a week, or 30 days. SE … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

The future of obnoxiously loud autoplay videos is in doubt

Browsing the web is an integral part of most people's VROOM VROOM I'M A CAR COMMERCIAL AND NOW I'M IN YOUR BRAIN GOOD LUCK FINDING MY TINY MUTE BUTTON lives, but that process is frequently a jarring one complete with loud autoplay ads and video making it difficult to focus on wha … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Like the WiFi you have, only faster, easier, and prettier

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Eero is a startup with a fun origin story: CEO Nick Weaver got sick of his parents calling him all the time because their WiFi was broken. So, he set out to create something easy … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Make sure pet gets fed, even when your stupid boss makes you stay late at work

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Getting stuck at work sucks. But getting stuck at work when you’re a pet owner is even worse: not only are you missing dinner, but you have to imagine your hungry little pal wait … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

'Virus-scanning' iOS apps have always been a scam. Now Apple is finally cracking down

Misleading iOS "security" apps are about to be a thing of the past.Apple has updated its developer guidelines with a new policy that bans deceptive "virus-scanning" apps for the first time.SEE ALSO: Apple’s biggest announcement won’t be the iPhone 8, but HOW you use itFrom the la … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Google quietly added a new video feature to Google Maps

Your destination will now come to life when you search on Google Maps.Google has added a new video feature to accompany its mapping service, the company announced. Now, when you search a destination, you'll be able to find video footage of the location in the section of the map w … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Get an Amazon Echo for cheap

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.You want an Echo. They’re nifty! But, maybe you don’t want to shell out $165 to get one. Well, here’s an idea: why don’t you get a certified refurbished Amazon Echo? It’s a previ … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Find out who’s stealing your packages with an HD outdoor camera

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.Have you ever been home alone watching crime documentaries when suddenly there’s an unexpected knock on the door? You could crawl over to the door, make yourself as small as poss … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

11 Things the iPhone Totally Killed

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@mashable.com | 7 years ago

8 reasons why buying an iPhone 8 makes more sense than the iPhone X

Read more...{"player":{"description":"It's finally here!","image":"https://i.amz.mshcdn.com/4kuKOCiHxtVTcbRpDbCuDN_rwZM=/https%3A%2F%2Fvdist.aws.mashable.com%2Fcms%2F2017%2F9%2F040446cb-52c6-68dd%2Fthumb%2F00001.jpg","mediaid":"O2opZNJnmG","preload":false,"title":"Apple finally u … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Apple is accepting job applications to make Siri a better therapist

Apple is seeking programmers with psychology and counseling backgrounds to make Siri a better emotional assistant after recognizing that people frequently talk to Siri about their problems.The position, “Siri Software Engineer, Health and Wellness,” is currently posted on Apple’s … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

OurMine hacks Vevo, releases staggering 3.12TB of internal files

This past summer was basically hunting season for hackers (as HBO well knows), but just because fall is now upon us doesn't mean the hacking spree has stopped. Vevo — the joint venture between Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, Abu Dhabi Media, Warner Music Group, a … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Why you should turn off your Bluetooth right now

In case you needed another reason to fear for your phone's security: Your phone, computer, smartwatch, and smart home devices are at risk of being hacked whenever bluetooth is on. The vulnerability, known as BlueBorne, was discovered by security research firm Armis. The researche … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

People are now selling masks as iPhone X security

When we heard that the iPhone X would open with Face ID, we predicted that people might get a little bit nervous. As it turns out, "a little" was a massive understatement. As was revealed at Tuesday's Apple event, the iPhone X will be unlocked by facial recognition, rather than t … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Drones carried blood samples over the Arizona desert, and it could change the future of medicine

Researchers from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine used drones to transfer human blood samples, traveling over 160 miles across the Arizona desert.This is a new distance record for unmanned aircraft transportation of medical samples and it could improve the speed of the diagnoses … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Remarkable is the paper lover's tablet

Read more...{"player":{"description":"It's just like a never-ending supply of paper!","image":"https://i.amz.mshcdn.com/YLyyURVQlls-0LaWdoZ9STg4-I0=/https%3A%2F%2Fvdist.aws.mashable.com%2Fcms%2F2017%2F9%2F995206d8-003a-e199%2Fthumb%2F00001.jpg","mediaid":"BdoM7XBn94","preload":fa … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Apple is introducing fast charging for the iPhone X ... but you'll have to pay extra for it

The iPhone X supports fast charging. According to Apple's official specs, it only takes 30 minutes to charge its battery up to 50%. Pretty neat, huh?But there's a problem, as noticed by Cnet: When you buy an iPhone X — or iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, which support the same feature … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

PSA: You can get $300 off the iPhone 8 with Verizon

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission.The iPhone 8 is here and avid Apple fans across the globe are preparing to shell out a few hundred dollars for the newest generation. But wouldn't it be nice if there was some so … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

What the iPhone X means for the iPhone 11

This is no ordinary iPhone year.After three years of dual-release events — where Apple would launch two phones with generally the same abilities but different sizes — we finally got something new. On Sept. 12, 2017, Apple announced three new iPhones: the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Google Chrome will turn off autoplay videos with sound to improve your browsing experience

It's not a secret that nowadays our browsing experience can be extremely frustrating due to those autoplay videos which suddenly pop up on the page and don't want to go away, even if you try to scroll down. SEE ALSO: Adorable Tamagotchi copycat is here to save you from Chrome tab … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Lomography's new instant camera looks like it's straight outta the '80s

It's a really great time to fall in love with instant cameras.Lomography, best known for its "toy film cameras," has a new instant camera called the Lomo'Instant Square that shoots Fujfilm's new Instax Square format film, and it's just perfect if you're sick of Instagram and Snap … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

48 hours of innovation: What we learned at dmexco

As dmexco comes to an end, attendees are leaving with new insights and ideas around the digiconomy and how to stay innovative in the ever changing tech landscape. After two days of discussions around the latest trends and innovations, these are our key takeaways.Brands need to be … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Sellers are advertising full face masks as 'anti iPhone X identity theft' accessories

Quick, what's everyone afraid of with the new iPhone X? That your loving partner will steal your information while you're asleep, apparently.The new iPhone X will leave out the traditional fingerprint scanner in favour of its new facial recognition system, Face ID, to unlock the … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Apple's iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are now available for pre-order

The moment has arrived: You can now pre-order Apple's iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. If you haven't been paying attention, those are not very close relatives with the radically new, huge-screened iPhone X; instead, they have a lot more in common with the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. SEE ALS … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

You'll never guess what Equifax used as a password (because it's way worse than you think)

Oh, Equifax. Things just keep getting worse.Equifax protected some accounts connected to an internal portal in Argentina with the password "admin," in a move that was either incredibly amateur or hubristic (or both). SEE ALSO: This chatbot could help you sue EquifaxThe screwup wa … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Google's parent company might invest $1 billion in Lyft, report says

In case we needed more proof that Google and Uber really are done with each other, Google parent company Alphabet is reportedly considering a major investment in Lyft. The investment, which hasn't been finalized, could be as much as $1 billion, according to Bloomberg.SEE ALSO: Ly … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

So how worried should we be about Apple's Face ID?

The eyes may be the window to the soul, but your face is almost certainly the door to your wallet. Oh, and also the last vestiges of your privacy. Apple's Sept. 12 unveiling of the iPhone X brought with it the official reveal of Face ID: face-scanning tech that will be used in li … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago

Samsung will challenge Tesla with its own electric car batteries

Samsung has chosen a wise time to start building long-range car batteries: China plans to ban gas-powered cars and automobile giant Volkswagen will offer electric versions of all their vehicles by 2030. These millions of forthcoming vehicles will need powerful batteries, and Sams … | Continue reading


@mashable.com | 7 years ago