Anker’s Genie Is Just Like the Echo Dot, Only Cheaper

The Chinese company is launching a $35 version of the Echo Dot smart speaker, powered by Amazon's Alexa.

from SweetTech https://www.wired.com/story/ankers-genie-is-just-like-the-echo-dot-only-cheaper

Power plays: Addressing mobile computing’s top problem

The benefits of “anytime, anywhere accessibility” can’t be realized when power-hungry devices are out of commission due to a dead battery.

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bit-tech Case Modding Update July 2017 in Association with Corsair

Here's our pick of some of the best projects currently underway in our forum.

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Noctua fan China factory quality issues not verified by tests

Enthusiasts accused firm of quality slide in a manufacturing move from Taiwan.

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Game On: Tor, Steal The Stars

The newest project at Tor Books - the Tor Labs imprint - is exploring what they've described as "experimental approaches to genre publishing." And they've started out with an audio drama. Jennifer Gunnels and Marco Palmieri from Tor and the show's writer Mac Rogers join Adam to talk about why they've made the jump into audio.

from SweetTech http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p05btmmb

Warrantless US Spying Is Set to Expire Soon. Let It Die

Opinion: It's time to let the sun set on warrantless surveillance.

from SweetTech https://www.wired.com/story/warrantless-us-spying-is-set-to-expire-soon-let-it-die

HBO Hackers Drop Ransom Note and More Game of Thrones Spoilers

The hackers plaguing the premium TV network have revealed their motive—and more Game of Thrones spoilers.

from SweetTech https://www.wired.com/story/hbo-hack-ransom-note