Donald Trump said Apple CEO Tim Cook called him to discuss the billions of dollars that Apple has been fined in the European Union. Trump made the statement during his appearance on the PBD Podcast — and said that he won’t let the EU “take advantage” of US companies like Apple if reelected. “Two hours ago, three hours ago, he [Cook] called me,” Trump said. “He said the European Union has just fined us $15 billion... Then on top of that, they got fined by the European Union another $2 billion.” In March, the EU fined Apple around $2 billion after finding that Apple used its dominance to restrict music streaming apps from telling customers about cheaper subscription deals outside the App Store. The EU later won its fight to make Apple pay...
Business Read on The VergeThe Silent Hill 2 remake just came out for those looking for a nostalgic scare, but if you’re in need of heebie-jeebies on a budget, the Resident Evil 4 remake is just as capable. It’s down to $21.99 ($8 off) at Amazon for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen for a physical copy, and it’s just in time for Halloween and to reminisce about 2004 with us. Resident Evil 4 stars series favorite Leon Kennedy, who’s been tasked with infiltrating a cultish compound in Spain to rescue the president’s daughter, one Ashley Graham. It quickly becomes apparent that the cannibalistic desires of the townsfolk aren’t due to sheer psychosis and viral mutation alone. The RE4 remake is very faithful to the original...
Entertainment Possible ad Read on The Verge TechEarlier this week, Amazon refreshed its entire Kindle lineup while adding a new color model to the mix. The updated entry-level Kindle ($109.99) and Kindle Paperwhite ($159.99) are available now, while the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition and updated Kindle Scribe will launch on October 30th and December 4th, respectively. We’ve yet to fully test Amazon’s latest e-readers, but we came away impressed after briefly tinkering with them. They’re faster than prior models, particularly the new Paperwhite, and the Kindle Colorsoft offers an impressive color display, even if it doesn’t rival a tablet. We’ll let you know how they stack up to other models after we spend more time with them, but if you can’t wait, we’ve rounded up all the info...
Business Read on The Verge TechSave 22% on a travel-size iPhone stabilizer for YouTube, TikTok, vlogging, and more.
Entertainment Possible ad Read on GizmodoSearching for thoughtful gifts for travelers? Our guide has top picks for all the essentials that frequent fliers will actually use.
Entertainment Read on WIRED Top StoriesThe actor, comedian, and musician behind the ever-quotable Laszlo Cravensworth talks to io9 about the FX show's final season.
Entertainment Read on GizmodoNavigating the complex decision of when to sell a startup or keep pushing forward is one of the toughest challenges founders face. In an era where IPOs are frequently delayed and acquisition offers arrive earlier, determining the right moment to either cash out or stay independent is increasingly nuanced. We’re excited to welcome three distinguished […]
Business Read on TechCrunchZuora, a company selling software to help businesses manage their subscription-based services, has agreed to be acquired by private equity firms GIC and Silver Lake for $1.7 billion. The all-cash deal is expected to close in Q1 2025, subject to approvals and customary closing conditions. It’ll take Zuora, which is currently publicly traded, private. Tien […]
Business Read on TechCrunchMillie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, and Ke Huy Quan headline Netflix's road trip through the human/robot war.
Entertainment Read on GizmodoThe insurance giant says an unknown threat actor has stolen data including SSNs and health information
Business Read on TechCrunchOn Thursday, Apple celebrated 10 years with Apple Pay and announced how the service will evolve in the future, including features like redeeming rewards and expanding installment loan options. In addition to Apple Pay’s newly added support for loan options from Affirm in the U.S., and Monzo Flex in the U.K., the iPhone maker shared […]
Business Read on TechCrunchInsurance giant Globe Life says an unknown threat actor attempted to extort money in exchange for not publishing data stolen from the company's systems earlier this year....
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Entertainment Read on GizmodoFerrari’s new F80 hypercar can record the track it is driving on and will boost the driver at the right time during the next lap. The “Boost Optimization” feature reads the straights and curves of the circuit and, with no further action from the driver, delivers more power to its hybrid system to help achieve the best lap time possible. You can use Boost Optimization in “Performance” mode to get a consistent amount of electric power for as long as possible throughout your drive, or you can select “Qualify” mode to max out on boost power at the proper times at the cost of losing battery power fast. Unlike Ferrari’s SF90 Stradale and 296 GTB, there is no full-electric driving mode. The F80 has a 4WD...
Entertainment Read on The Verge TechThe province of Limburg, Maastricht University (UM), and Zuyd University of Applied Sciences want to urgently meet with Minister Eppo Bruins of Education and negotiate space for internati
Education Read on NL TimesWe’ve tested lots of affordable Windows laptops, Chromebooks, and 2-in-1 tablets. You don’t have to spend more than $800 to get a good computer.
Politics Read on WIRED Top StoriesTechCrunch Disrupt 2024 is just a week away. Our beefed-up Startup Battlefield 200 is a major highlight. Two hundred companies have been hand-selected by the TechCrunch editorial staff to grace the expo hall, 20 of which will launch their company for the first time live on our stage. Nail-biting pitches live on the Disrupt Stage, […]
Politics Read on TechCrunchPhilips is introducing four new lighting effects through its Hue app including an underwater option simulating the glimmer of light beneath the waves. The added effects are part of a new app update, spotted by Hueblog, that also introduces the ability to customize the lighting effects already available through the app, as well as any new effects Philips introduces in the future. Existing lighting effects include options that can make Hue lamps and bulbs simulate the appearance of a candle with a soft flickering yellow glow, or a fireplace with more intense flashes of red and orange. Version 5.28 of the Hue app — which is now available for iOS, iPadOS, and Android — adds cosmos, underwater, enchant, and sunbeam effects, bringing the total...
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