Category: Tech Made Simple

Travis Scott launches “Epic” 10-Minute Video and Merch for PS5 Release

The PlayStation 5 finally launched yesterday, and to accompany the release, rapper Travis Scott made an epic 10-minute video celebrating the new console. The video, “A Travis Scott + Cactus Jack Experience – PS5: Unboxing Reimagined,” doesn’t actually feature an unboxing at all — it’s something more like a short film. Unsurprisingly, there’s a decent amount of […]

We know how much Apple’s MagSafe Duo charger will cost, just not when

Preorders for the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max are officially live, and with it, Apple has also offered more pricing and release information on the next wave of iPhone 12 accessories, including the MagSafe Duo charger and the leather cases for the new phones. The MagSafe Duo has officially gotten a $129 price […]

Spotify Hints at upcoming Subscription Podcast Service

Spotify appears to be interested in launching a subscription podcast service that would offer access to original shows or exclusive episodes for a monthly fee. The potential service was described in a survey sent out through Spotify’s app, which was reported on by Andrew Wallenstein, president of Variety’s Intelligence Platform. The survey describes at least four possible […]

Here’s where and when you can buy the Sony PS5

Sony’s PlayStation 5 will be available starting November 12th, and if you missed your chances of securing one on launch, you’re not alone.  Reports are that the pre-ordering process was, well, kind of a mess. But don’t despair – you might be able to secure the console – at least online – on launch day. Sony has […]

Here’s where and when you can buy the Xbox Series S and Series X consoles

The Xbox Series S and Series X consoles will both be available starting on November 10th, and if you missed out on pre-ordering, you might be able to snag one online on launch day. The Verge reports that due to the pandemic, combined with the high demand for these consoles, retailers like Best Buy and Target […]

Have you noticed the New “Back Tap” feature on your iPhone yet?

Your iPhone got a new button last month, and you may not have even noticed.  No, Apple didn’t sneak into your house and secretly superglue a button onto your smartphone. But it did release iOS 14, the latest version of its iPhone software, which includes a feature called Back Tap. Back Tap adds a fascinating […]

The Mandalorian Season 2 set to give Disney + a Boost

If you haven’t opened your Disney Plus app since The Mandalorian ended in December 2019, you’re not alone. Data from third-party firms, including Reelgood and 7Park Data, shows that while The Mandalorian was a guaranteed hit, Disney Plus has dwindled in interest since January. The streamer has also failed to continuously crack Nielsen’s Top 10 weekly streaming […]

TikTok ban once again blocked by judge, this time thanks to three influencers

TikTok on smartphone being dumped in front of American Flag

TikTok got another reprieve from the Trump administration’s attempted ban on Friday, as a federal judge in Pennsylvania blocked the government from moving ahead with restrictions that would have effectively shut down the app next month. The judge granted a preliminary injunction against a series of bans by the US Commerce Department that were set […]

Russian hacker group Fancy Bear reportedly targeted state Democratic parties again in repeat of 2016 attacks

A Russian hacking group known as Fancy Bear targeted the emails of Democratic state parties in Indiana and California earlier this year as well as progressive think tanks, Reuters reported. The attempts were apparently not successful and were flagged by Microsoft, according to Reuters, with targets that included the Council on Foreign Relations, the Carnegie Endowment for International […]

There are four versions of the iPhone12 available – which one is right for you?

First, do you even need an iPhone 12? If you have an iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro, the 2019 models, the experts say you really don’t need to upgrade unless something is seriously wrong with your device (and it can’t be repaired by Apple). The iPhone 12 range introduces some new technologies, but there’s nothing that will […]