The top of the line Tesla Plaid+ Model S trim is now $10,000 more expensive than it was before, with a new starting price of $199,990. The other Model S trims still costs $114,999 for the Long Range and $159,990 for the Plaid option. In the U.S., there are reports of smaller bumps on the Model 3 and Model Y price. That said, as far as I can tell by looking at our past reporting … [Read more...] about Tesla Model S Plaid+ gets $10,000 increase
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Dashlane launches new password changer, machine learning autofill in beta
Dashlane announced that its one-click password changer would re-launch in beta alongside a new machine learning-powered autofill engine. People who use the password manager can sign up to join Dashlane’s beta to test the new features ahead of wider release later this year. Beta testers should be able to enjoy the features across Dashlane’s browser extension, iOS and Android … [Read more...] about Dashlane launches new password changer, machine learning autofill in beta
Metrolinx launches new contactless credit card payment pilot
Metrolinx has announced that it’s launching a new contactless credit card payment option for the UP Express. Starting March 11th, customers can use their physical credit card or the credit card in their mobile wallet to pay for their fare on the UP Express as part of a pilot. “For the same price as the Presto adult fare, UP Express customers can tap on a Presto device with a … [Read more...] about Metrolinx launches new contactless credit card payment pilot
PlayStation’s ‘Prequels & Sequels’ sale offers up to 75 percent off
The PlayStation Store’s latest sale offers up to 75 percent off PS4 prequels and sequels in various gaming franchises. See below for some of the most notable deals: The full list of deals can be found here. The ‘Prequels & Sequels’ sale ends on March 24th. Image credit: Capcom … [Read more...] about PlayStation’s ‘Prequels & Sequels’ sale offers up to 75 percent off
Vulnerability in popular iPhone app ‘Call Recorder’ exposed recordings
A security vulnerability in a popular iPhone app called ‘Call Recorder’ has exposed thousands of call recordings. TechCrunch reports that the bug was discovered by PingSafe AI security researcher Anand Prakash. He found that anyone could access calling recordings from other users by knowing their phone number. By using a proxy tool like Burp suite, Prakash was able to replace … [Read more...] about Vulnerability in popular iPhone app ‘Call Recorder’ exposed recordings
Instagram testing new sticker that auto-generates captions for Stories
Facebook-owned Instagram is testing out new auto-captions for its ‘Stories’ feature. With the new feature, the ‘closed caption’ sticker on Instagram Stories generates automated captions in various text formats. NEW! @Instagram has added a ‘Captions’ sticker for Stories You can now auto-caption videos in stories with a range of different styles… pic.twitter.com/cijk7nWGC3 — 🟣 … [Read more...] about Instagram testing new sticker that auto-generates captions for Stories
March Xbox system update adds settings for Series X/S enhancements and more
Microsoft has unveiled the full list of new features and changes that are included in its Xbox March system update. Most notably, the company is now offering more options for backward compatible game enhancements on the Xbox Series X/S. Last month, Xbox rolled out a new feature called ‘FPS Boost,’ that brings some Xbox One games to 120fps on the new Xbox consoles. With the new … [Read more...] about March Xbox system update adds settings for Series X/S enhancements and more
Twitter testing improved design to post photos and 4K support
Twitter is testing a new design to allow for better image previews and fewer cropped photos on Android and iOS. “Now testing on Android and iOS: when you Tweet a single image, how the image appears in the Tweet composer is how it will look on the timeline, bigger and better,” the social media giant tweeted. With this new design, images will show up in users’ timelines looking … [Read more...] about Twitter testing improved design to post photos and 4K support
Sonos partners with Audi for in-car sound systems
Sonos and Audi have created a partnership to bring Sonos speakers to the car company’s vehicles. The Audi Q4 E-Tron will be the first car with built-in Sonos speakers. You can see the Sonos logo on the interior speakers in the new E-Tron SUV. During an investor event, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence said that the company wants to be in many different audio categories. A large portion … [Read more...] about Sonos partners with Audi for in-car sound systems
Twitter’s Clubhouse competitor ‘Spaces’ opening to all in April
Twitter started testing its audio chatroom feature, called ‘Spaces,’ way back in December, and it’s about to open up to everyone. Spaces are audio chatrooms that Twitter users can join to hear live audio conversations. Sometimes these can be from influential people, for fun or education. There is really no limit to Spaces. If you’ve used Clubhouse, this is the same … [Read more...] about Twitter’s Clubhouse competitor ‘Spaces’ opening to all in April