Google says it “temporarily lost part of [its] Search index.” Essentially, what happened was that the company was deploying a new version of its Search index to all of its data centers across the world. Normally, this is a routine procedure for the company, one that it does frequently to ensure that the data center…
After rolling out to Android, Mac, Windows, and Linux, version 76 of Chrome OS is now available. Notable features include Flash being blocked by default, a new single sign-on for Android apps, media controls, and much more. As a big HTML5 proponent, Google over the past decade encouraged sites to switch away from Flash for…
Bill Nye (former Science Guy, current… science… guy) is back in the media with guest appearances on TV shows and his very own call-in and talk podcast on… what else? Science. And he’s also giving some back-to-school tips for youngsters looking to pick up a new computer this summer: get a Chromebook instead. In the…
The GLAS smart thermostat, which is built by Johnson Controls, is losing its key Cortana integration. Once touted as the only Cortana-powered thermostat, Johnson Controls says it’s now removing Microsoft’s digital assistant from its device. A new software update is rolling out to the thermostat soon, and it removes Cortana completely. “The Microsoft Cortana voice…
On Aug. 11, Fortnite streamer Tyler “Ninja” Blevins gave away his number to fans via Twitter. In a video attached to the tweet, Blevins asked his fans to text him and fill out some information so they could stay in contact. Blevins said he would personally respond to a handful of fans and further promised…