TikTok reportedly testing ‘watch history’ feature so users can recover lost videos
TikTok users know the pain of watching an amazing video, only to lose it because they accidentally swiped and refreshed their “For You” page. But good news seems to be coming.
TikTok users know the pain of watching an amazing video, only to lose it because they accidentally swiped and refreshed their “For You” page. But good news seems to be coming.
Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
Former TikTok moderators sue over mental distress from watching, removing graphic videos
Two former moderators said TikTok did not provide enough mental health resources after having to watch and remove disturbing videos from the social media app.
Two former moderators said TikTok did not provide enough mental health resources after having to watch and remove disturbing videos from the social media app.
Emoji drug code decoded: Parents, do you know what that text really means?
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
Stephen Wilhite, creator of GIF, dies of COVID-19 at 74
Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.
Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.
Apple Maps, iTunes and other apps back online after outage
Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.
Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.
Echo Park Tesla jump crash goes viral
The video shows the Tesla take flight on Baxter Street, known for being one of the steepest roadways in Los Angeles, before landing on two cars below on Alvarado St.
The video shows the Tesla take flight on Baxter Street, known for being one of the steepest roadways in Los Angeles, before landing on two cars below on Alvarado St.
Echo Park Tesla jump crash goes viral
A video that has gone viral on social media shows the driver of a Tesla flying into the air.
A video that has gone viral on social media shows the driver of a Tesla flying into the air.
Sec. Pete Buttigieg announces new digital tool for LA's ports
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a new digital tool to help ports communicate with shipping companies.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a new digital tool to help ports communicate with shipping companies.
Study: Greater screen time in young kids linked to more reported behavior problems
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
Why Elon Musk just changed his Twitter name to 'Elona'
Elon Musk took his feud with the Kremlin a step further Wednesday by changing his Twitter name to “Elona” after a taunt by Ramzan Kadyrov, head of the Chechen Republic and close ally to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Elon Musk took his feud with the Kremlin a step further Wednesday by changing his Twitter name to “Elona” after a taunt by Ramzan Kadyrov, head of the Chechen Republic and close ally to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Done with your cell phone? Here’s how you can get money for it
If the hassle of having an old cell phone is becoming a burden and you’re eager to sell it, there are a number of available options to get cash for your device.
If the hassle of having an old cell phone is becoming a burden and you’re eager to sell it, there are a number of available options to get cash for your device.
Google sued by restaurants for alleged deceptive online ordering practices
Left Field Holdings LLC accused Google of designing online ordering web pages to trick customers into believing they’re ordering directly from the restaurant.
Left Field Holdings LLC accused Google of designing online ordering web pages to trick customers into believing they’re ordering directly from the restaurant.
Tinder now offering low-cost background checks for potential dates
Tinder’s parent company will now offer background searches for app users and the general public through its partnership with Garbo, a first-of-its-kind, non-profit background-check platform.
Tinder’s parent company will now offer background searches for app users and the general public through its partnership with Garbo, a first-of-its-kind, non-profit background-check platform.
YouTube couple facing charges for staying overnight in Pennsylvania Target
A bizarre social media challenge led to the arrest of a man and woman after police say they hid inside a Chester County Target overnight and filmed for their YouTube channel.
A bizarre social media challenge led to the arrest of a man and woman after police say they hid inside a Chester County Target overnight and filmed for their YouTube channel.
After Ukraine, Russian cyberattacks could come to US: How to defend yourself
With Russian cyberattacks against Ukraine, experts are saying now's the time to protect your data online. Here's how to do it.
With Russian cyberattacks against Ukraine, experts are saying now's the time to protect your data online. Here's how to do it.
How to protect yourself online amid cybersecurity concerns
After cyberattacks levied against Ukraine, cybersecurity experts are saying now's the time to protect your data online. Elex Michaelson and Marla Tellez speak with California's Chief Information Security Officer about how you can protect yourself.
After cyberattacks levied against Ukraine, cybersecurity experts are saying now's the time to protect your data online. Elex Michaelson and Marla Tellez speak with California's Chief Information Security Officer about how you can protect yourself.
Apple unveils new iPhone SE, iPad Air, Mac Studio, M1 Ultra chip
The products will be available beginning March 18.
The products will be available beginning March 18.
Elon Musk says Starlink won't block Russian state media in Ukraine: 'Sorry to be a free speech absolutist'
Elon Musk overnight said "some governments" had asked SpaceX to block Russian state media on its Starlink internet satellites but said, "We will not do so unless at gunpoint."
Elon Musk overnight said "some governments" had asked SpaceX to block Russian state media on its Starlink internet satellites but said, "We will not do so unless at gunpoint."