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Coronavirus: How COVID-19 is changing the way we live
What Comes Next: Five ways TV will be different post-quarantine
We take a look at the effect of the coronavirus on the production of new shows, and the changes they’ll have to make when productions start filming again.
Apple asks retail staff to work remotely as pandemic rumbles on
Concerned about significant wait times for some customers due to store closures prompted by the pandemic, Apple is asking more retail staff to work from home
What Comes Next: How tech can help schools safely reopen
If your school is reopening in the fall, safety will be a priority, and the upcoming school year will test the limits of how schools can open and operate.
Coronavirus hasn’t peaked, but data shows our interest in it definitely has
As COVID-19 cases continue to spike across the United States, search interest in the virus and terms surrounding it has faded considerably, as much as 93%.
Online learning can’t replace classrooms. Microsoft Teams wants to change that
We had a chance to chat with Microsoft about some upcoming features for Teams that support stronger student engagement and retention during remote learning.
You’ll be ordering food with QR code menus long after the pandemic ends
QR codes menus at restaurants are experiencing a renaissance as a way to eliminate shared menus, which could spread the coronavirus between customers.
Contact-tracing apps have been a disaster, but could they still save us?
Contact-tracing apps were touted as tech's solution to the coronavirus pandemic. Despite the hype, many have been ineffective or outright disastrous.
Samsung’s new UV smartphone sterilizer doubles as a wireless charger
Samsung has globally announced a new UV sanitation box that can wirelessly charge your smartphone while sterilizing it with the help of ultraviolet light.
Dazzling drone display targets coronavirus in South Korea
The South Korean government recently put on a drone show to thank people for their efforts in tackling the coronavirus and to make sure they don't let up.
Samsung is making billions in profit during pandemic. Here’s how
The pandemic has been a challenging time for many tech businesses, and while demand for Samsung's devices has dropped, it's performed strongly in one key area.
What Comes Next: How tech helps transit and travel open safely
We take a look at the safety measures around public transportation and flying, and how those industries are aiming to tackle the spread of the coronavirus.
What Comes Next: How tech is helping offices and workplaces reopen
In our new series, What Comes Next, we take a look ahead to see what steps businesses will need to take to prepare to move into the next phase of reopening.
What Comes Next: How tech helps restaurants and stores open safely
On this episode of What Comes Next, Winn looks into how restaurants and stores will be using different technologies to reopen during the coronavirus pandemic.
Twitter says it will add an edit button … if everyone wears a face mask
Twitter says it will add a much-requested edit button to its service, but only if everyone wears a face covering to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Amazon reportedly pushes back Prime Day again
Amazon's Prime Day sale is reportedly being pushed back again as coronavirus cases spike in the U.S. The online shopping event had already been delayed twice.
As Apple closes more stores, here’s what to do if your device breaks
Apple has closed more of its U.S. stores in response to spikes in coronavirus cases in some cities. It means that 77 out of 271 sites are currently closed.
‘No mask, no ride’: Uber extends face-covering requirement indefinitely
Uber had asked drivers and riders to wear a mask until the end of June to protect people from COVID-19. But now it's extending the requirement indefinitely.
How to watch and stream Fourth of July fireworks this year
Fourth of July 2020 is going to be a little different this year because of the coronavirus. There are still ways to stream and watch fireworks on TV, though.
Without evidence, Musk blames ‘false positives’ for surge in coronavirus cases
Telsa CEO Elon Musk waded into the coronavirus debate again, tweeting without evidence that false positives could be behind the rising number of U.S. cases
Samsung says it’s skipping IFA, Europe’s biggest technology show
Samsung will not be attending the IFA technology show in Germany in September. Uncertainty over the pandemic has prompted it to hold a digital event instead.
Lyft’s driverless cars are back on the streets of California
Lyft has resumed on-road testing of its driverless cars after halting it earlier this year in response to shelter-in-place orders prompted by the pandemic.
Thermometers are sold out (almost) everywhere — here’s where to get one today
Thermometers are still available in some stores. Here is where to look.
Microsoft’s decision to shutter its retail stores is a mistake
Taking a cue from Apple, Microsoft had the concept of modern retail experience almost perfect. So why give up? It will only hurt Microsoft's customers in the end.
Space agencies’ online dashboard shows lockdown effects on Earth
A new online dashboard shows in impressive detail the kind of changes taking place on Earth as a result of lockdowns prompted by the coronavirus pandemic.
More Apple Stores temporarily close due to uptick in coronavirus cases
Fourteen Apple Stores will close in Florida on Friday after an increase in the state's coronavirus cases. A total of 32 Apple Stores have now had to re-close.
Apple’s iPhone 12 is still on track to launch in September
Apple has overcome supply chain issues caused by the coronavirus and the iPhone 12 is expected to launch and go on sale around the normal September time frame.
Coronavirus-hunting robot will stick a horrifyingly long swab up your nose
A new robot carries out coronavirus-hunting swab tests without the doctor having to be in the same room. It looks supremely uncomfortable.
How will love scenes work in post-pandemic Hollywood? A lot like they do in porn
Hollywood has devised a host of new pandemic protocols for performers. But in the adult film industry, it's business as usual for most intents and purposes.
A state of unrest: How working from home is screwing up sleep, and how to fix it
The coronavirus and other tragedies in the world, as well as an abrupt shift to remote work, has left many of us without sleep. Here's what you can do about it.
These KN95 masks are now in stock for less than $2
If you've been hunting around for PPE and are having trouble finding any in stock, then HonestPPE has KN95 masks available right now for less than $2 apiece.
Flushing the toilet may spread coronavirus germs, study finds
Toilet plumes are the aerosols that are released into the air after flushing. Researchers did simulations to see how the coronavirus may spread via plumes.
These affordable face masks are antibacterial and washable for lasting protection
These masks are adjustable in size, reusable up to 50 times, and maintains an antibacterial rate of 99%.
Amazon’s machine-learning device keeps an eye on social distancing
Amazon's Distance Assistant uses a monitor and a camera to show employees in high traffic areas of warehouses how well they are doing at social distancing.
How and when to report your missing stimulus check payment
Millions of Americans have not received their coronavirus stimulus check payments. Before calling the IRS, here are some things you can do to track your money.