The future of Facebook is Instagram

As Facebook itself slowly declines, Facebook Inc. is seemingly shifting its focus to Instagram and using the platform to test new ideas and approaches.

Shubham Agarwal     April 25, 2023

7 minutes of terror: A breakdown of Perseverance’s insane Mars landing sequence

NASA's incredible multipart landing sequence for the Perseverance rover involves a parachute, a jetpack, and a contraption called a skycrane.

Georgina Torbet     April 25, 2023

SpaceX expands Starlink internet service. Here’s how to pre-order

SpaceX started a low-key beta test of its Starlink internet service last summer, and now the company is expanding its reach to more customers.

Trevor Mogg     February 10, 2021

Zoom filter flub sees lawyer appear as a cat in virtual court session

Texas attorney Rod Ponton accidentally appeared as a cat during a virtual court session on Zoom this week after the lawyer was unable to turn off the filter.

Trevor Mogg     February 10, 2021

Inside job: Why Zoombombing isn’t as random as you might think

A recent study suggests that most zoombombing is carried out by insiders, not necessarily by nefarious outsiders looking to stir up trouble.

Luke Dormehl     February 7, 2021

Slack vs. Discord

Want to know the differences between Slack vs. Discord? We've pitted these two industry giants against each other to see which is the best tool for you.

Daniel Martin     February 6, 2021

SpaceX’s Starlink internet service now has more than 10,000 users

SpaceX's growing satellite constellation has enabled it to offer its Starlink internet service to more than 10,000 beta users to date.

Trevor Mogg     April 28, 2022

Game over: Google to shutter its in-house Stadia game development studio

Google has announced it is shuttering its internal game development studio for Stadia, the company’s cloud-based gaming platform.

Trevor Mogg     February 1, 2021

TikTok users are exposing realities of gig work, and Big Tech can’t stop them

Gig economy platforms like Uber, Instacart, and Postmates spend millions of dollars every year circumventing bad press. But they can't stop TikTok users.

Meira Gebel     February 2, 2021

Lab-grown wood? Sounds crazy, but it could be a game-changer for the planet

Growing wood in a lab might sound silly, but if we can figure out how to do it at scale, it could help cut back on deforestation in a big way.

Luke Dormehl     January 31, 2021

YouTube to finally get a video clipping feature

It's been a long time coming, but YouTube has finally gotten around to offering a clipping feature that lets you select a short piece of video for sharing.

Trevor Mogg     January 28, 2021

Filter bubbles are ruining the internet. This algorithm pops them

Social media algorithms, which tend to expose users to things they'll like, have made the internet more insular and divided. Here's how It might be fixed.

Luke Dormehl     January 26, 2021

How to see your mail before it arrives

Everyone likes advanced notice. These new digital services let you hop online and view your old-fashioned mail before it arrives. Here's how you can set it up.

Tyler Lacoma     January 26, 2021

How to check if a website is down

Unable to access your favorite website, no matter which browser or device you're using? It's probably not your fault. Learn how to check if a website is down.

Daniel Martin     January 27, 2021

Google parent firm pops Loon balloon internet project

Alphabet is ending its Loon initiative that used high-altitude internet balloons to provide connectivity to unconnected or under-connected communities.

Trevor Mogg     April 25, 2023

How to update Google Chrome

Having trouble with Google Chrome? Learn how to update Chrome quickly and easily on your PC, iOS, or Android device, and get back to surfing the internet!

Daniel Martin     January 21, 2021

The best Google Photos alternatives

Google is killing its free storage plan for Google Photos. That means it's time to weigh your options and find the best Google Photos alternative for you.

Caleb Clark     January 19, 2021

The best videoconferencing software for small businesses

Find the best videoconferencing software for your small business. Here's everything you need to know about options, features, and pricing for the best options.

James Holloway     January 10, 2021

How to download Twitter videos

Have you found a video on Twitter you simply can't live without? Here, we'll show you how to download videos from your favorite tweets using multiple methods.

Michael Archambault     April 25, 2023

How to block channels on YouTube

Whether you're looking to restrict comments on your video or you're done feeding the trolls, blocking a YouTube channel is quick and easy to accomplish.

Daniel Martin     January 13, 2021

YouTube star Justine Ezarik on anchoring CES 2021’s digital experience

YouTuber Justine Ezarik (iJustine) discusses her duties as one of the digital anchors for the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show.

Todd Werkhoven     April 25, 2023

How to change your profile picture on YouTube

Want to give your YouTube channel a brand-new look? The easiest way to do so is by changing your profile picture, which can be done with a few simple steps.

Daniel Martin     January 8, 2021

How to enable Flash in Google Chrome

With Flash capabilities coming to an official end in early 2021, what options are left for Chrome users? Here's how Flash content is being preserved online.

Jon Martindale     January 22, 2021

Raging celebs, impromptu weddings, and more of our best CES war stories

Hors d'oeuvres with B-list celebs, food poisoning, and midnight benders. In a town renowned for excess, CES always brings out the craziest experiences.

Nick Mokey     January 7, 2021

CES award winners: Where are they now?

Before CES 2021, let’s take a look back at the gear we’ve highlighted from the last decade to see when we picked the marvels … and when we’ve missed the magic.

Jeremy Kaplan     April 25, 2023

How to share a calendar in Google

Google Calendar is a great way to keep track of appointments, events, and more. This guide shows you how to easily share any calendar you have in Google.

Kevin Parrish     January 5, 2021

How to disable push notifications in your browser

Don't want notifications while surfing the web? If you're looking to cut back on the ones you get, here's how to disable push notifications in your browser.

Kailla Coomes     April 25, 2023

Why are we going to the moon again? NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren explains

NASA has plans to send astronauts to the moon again. But why? What's the goal? We spoke with astronaut Kjell Lindgren to get a breakdown.

Georgina Torbet     April 28, 2022

2020 was full of giant leaps for mankind’s return to crewed space missions

In 2020, humanity laid the foundation for an exciting new era. Thanks to these breakthroughs and major milestones, manned space travel is set for a comeback.

Georgina Torbet     April 28, 2022

2020 was a big year for the moon. Here’s a recap

Following a lull in interest after the moon landing in 1969, 2020 was proof positive that moon mania has taken hold of the world once again

Georgina Torbet     April 28, 2022

Get ready, kids, these Santa trackers are about to fire up!

Santa is about to embark on his busy delivery run to homes around the world. Here's how you can track his every move ...

Trevor Mogg     December 24, 2020

Why do you see ads for stuff you’ve already bought?

Right now, you're probably seeing ads for all the stuff you already bought for Christmas. Curious why that happens? We did some digging to find out.

Shubham Agarwal     December 24, 2020

Martian dust is a big problem for astronauts. Here’s how NASA fights it

The biggest thing standing between humanity and colonizing the red planet is actually quite small. Martian dust creates tons of problems for astronauts.

Georgina Torbet     April 28, 2022

Are you using any of these browser extensions? Uninstall them now

Security firm Avast has identified 28 malicious Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge extensions that have received 3 million downloads globally.

Trevor Mogg     January 20, 2021

Zoom to lift its 40-minute meeting limit for holiday celebrations

Zoom is lifting the 40-minute meeting limit for free accounts during several upcoming holidays, so you can chat for as long as you like.

Trevor Mogg     April 25, 2023

Twitter is about to close its Periscope livestreaming app

Periscope will soon be broadcasting its final livestreams after owner Twitter announced it is closing the app.

Trevor Mogg     April 25, 2023

Gmail experiencing disruption globally, Google confirms

No, it's not just you. Google has confirmed that Gmail is currently experiencing issues, with users around the world affected.

Trevor Mogg     December 16, 2020

Hackers target U.S. government agencies as FBI investigates

The FBI is investigating cyberattacks on at least two U.S. government departments in which some reports suggest internal emails may have been accessed.

Trevor Mogg     December 13, 2020