How to extend your EV battery range in the winter

An opinion piece inThe Washington Postbrought up valid concerns about howEVbatteries might be affected in a similar condition. It also mentioned an EV driver who expressed worries about his battery running out in the snow. He eventually got through the night with enough range left to make it out of the interstate. So, whats the truth? AreEV batteriesbuilt for more than just a summertime cruise? Do they have what it takes to brave the long, cold winter?...

March 3, 2022 · 2 min · 262 words · Kimberly Lopez

Screw Jeep’s normie EV — I wanted an electrified Cherokee

Yes, folks, I present to you Jeeps very firstEV, the… Okay, it doesnt even have a name yet. But here it is: If you dont feel wowed, I feel you. 40% off TNW Conference! Because we know absolutely nothing about whats inside the car. Theres no word regarding power levels, battery specs, software, or even interior design. We only know its an SUV, ready to launch in 2023. But 2023 isnt too far along, and I might be pleasantly surprised after all....

March 3, 2022 · 1 min · 109 words · Todd Lang

Secretive algorithm will now determine Uber driver pay in many cities

What all of those factors are is unclear. The company says the new feature provides drivers with more transparency. In the past, most drivers wouldnt receive this information until after they accepted a ride. 40% off TNW Conference! On top of that, they say, it seems like Uber is taking a bigger cut of fares. Theres no rhyme or reason to it. Now, its not based on anything. Theres no rhyme or reason to it....

March 3, 2022 · 2 min · 259 words · Thomas Williams

SWIFT’s Russia ban is symbolic — and that’s why it’s so important

Russias invasion of Ukraine is horrifying. Western leaders, fearing a broader war, are responding primarily with economic sanctions. But for a payments expert such as myself, this is something of a myth. Yes, SWIFT messaging systems are a critical part of international economic activity. SWIFT systems would also be a prime target in any cyberwarfare, though thankfully they are well defended. It is an important symbol of global repudiation of Russias exercise of military force, but not much more....

March 3, 2022 · 2 min · 391 words · Jacob Taylor

Tech loves to talk ‘diversity,’ but some firms are actually moving backwards

The U.S.techsector is growing 10 times faster and has wages twice as high as the rest of theeconomy. This industry also wins the race forhigh profits and stock returns. At the same time, the tech sectors professional, managerial and executive labor forces are overwhelminglywhite and male. What we found surprised us. 40% off TNW Conference! We used aclustering algorithmto identify groups of firms with similar changes in diversity between 2008 and 2016....

March 3, 2022 · 2 min · 299 words · Andre Fleming

The OnePlus Buds Z2 is a $99 ANC champ

OnePlus released itsfirst set of wireless earbudsin 2020. They were cute, pocket-friendly, and sounded good for its price. But they werent exactly a home run. How does the Buds Z2 compare with its siblings? However, the new Buds Z2s drivers feel cheaper and are tuned for more emphasis on bass. 40% off TNW Conference! And of course, theres ANC. All that adds up to a meaningful update. How does it compare with the competition?...

March 3, 2022 · 2 min · 304 words · David Andersen

This AI college president is another reason to drop out

Its tough being a college student in the US these days. But dont worry, fellow kidz:AIhas arrived to alleviate your worries. 40% off TNW Conference! He spent around eight hours reading information about UNLV, reciting questions for students, and talking about himself. AI Media Lab used the recordings and 3D images of Whitfield to create his avatar. The virtual mentor was then unleashed on the lucky UNLV students. I couldnt foresee any risks, so I immediately loaded him up....

March 3, 2022 · 1 min · 201 words · Carla Sanders

What to expect from Apple’s March 8 event

Applesnext hardware event is almost here. Itll beon YouTubeas well. That suggests well get a look at some new Mac hardware, and perhaps some updates to AR features. Weve also heard rumors of a new iPhone SE, an updated iPad Air, and more. Heres what to expect from the event. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. iPad Air 5 New year, new iPad. Camera improvements are likely as well....

March 3, 2022 · 1 min · 141 words · Jonathan Middleton

A rocket crashing into the moon is a good thing for physics

As aplanetary scientist who studies the Moon, I view this unplanned impact as an exciting opportunity. However, scientists rarely get a glimpse of the projectiles usually asteroids or comets thatform these craters. Astronomers know that the object is an upper stage booster discarded from a high-altitude satellite launch. It is roughly 40 feet (12 meters) long and weighs nearly 10,000 pounds (4,500 kilograms). It’s free, every week, in your inbox....

March 2, 2022 · 2 min · 226 words · Derrick Long

Anonymous called on its global hacker army to attack Russia — do they stand a chance?

Aspate of cyber attackshas affected Ukraines digital systems since Russias invasion began. It soon became clear Russias boots on the ground approach would be supplemented by a parallel cyber offensive. Last week Ukrainecalled on its citizensto take to their keyboards and defend the country against Russias cyber threat. Who is Anonymous? Anonymous is a global activist community that has beenoperating since at least 2008. It brings a potential for significant cyber disruption in the context of Russias invasion of Ukraine....

March 2, 2022 · 2 min · 348 words · Jasmine Jacobs

Asus’ Zenfone 8z is a ray of hope for fans of compact phones

It launched in global markets around May last year. But it had many months after that to release the machine. Heck, it wouldve madethis listas my favorite phone of the year, but Asus India had other plans. Now I can finally share my thoughts about the phone. The Zenfone 8 has a rounded aluminum frame that helps in gripping and operating the phone with one hand. The matte glass back gives holding the phone a satisfying feel....

March 2, 2022 · 2 min · 397 words · Logan Levy

How Google Inbox died… and this company resurrected it

Google Inbox was one of those products that a corner of the internet loved furiously including me. So, when the company announced it was being discontinued in 2019,I was mad as hell. Now, a company namedShortwave, formed by ex-Google employees, is trying to bring it back. Before we talk about what theyre trying to do, lets take a trip down memory lane. Why was Inbox killed? Inbox was great at what it did: streamlining emails....

March 2, 2022 · 2 min · 352 words · Pamela Bartlett DDS

Netflix probably isn’t streaming 4K on your PC — here’s how to fix that

If youre reading this post, youre probably a person who appreciates image quality. You buy the best screen it’s possible for you to afford. You keep your display options reasonably calibrated. You optimize your viewing distance for maximum detail perception. Naturally, you also pay forNetflixs top-tier 4K plan. Lifes too short for 1080p. Except something seems off. Why cant you see every pore on Danny LaRussos face inCobra Kai? Im sorry to inform you that youre not 4K content at all....

March 2, 2022 · 2 min · 317 words · Joseph Robertson