microsoft Microsoft Sets May 2020 Shutdown Date for Acquired Wunderlist App Microsoft officially announces the end of Wunderlist, setting a May 6, 2020 closure date as the company shifts focus entirely to its native To Do application.
snapchat Snapchat Unveils Cameos Feature to Insert Selfies into GIFs Snapchat introduces Cameos, a new chat feature that uses face-tracking technology to place your selfie into short looping videos. The comedic tool rolls out to iOS and Android devices on December 18th.
youtube YouTube Seeks FTC Clarification on Children's Privacy Compliance for Creators YouTube asks the FTC for clearer guidelines to help video creators determine what qualifies as child-directed content under the recent COPPA settlement.
china China Orders State Offices to Ditch Foreign Tech Over Three Years The Chinese government reportedly mandates the removal of all foreign hardware and software from state offices by 2022. This phased replacement plan impacts millions of devices and targets major U.S. technology companies.
apple Apple's Redesigned Mac Pro Workstation Opens for Orders December 10th Apple officially reveals that its completely redesigned Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR monitor are available to order starting December 10th. The high-end desktop starts at $5,999, though fully loaded configurations push the price significantly higher.
space Rocket Lab and SpaceX Achieve Major Reusable Rocket and ISS Resupply Milestones The space industry experiences a busy week as Rocket Lab successfully tests booster re-entry and SpaceX delivers vital supplies to the International Space Station. Both companies also make significant progress toward upcoming astronaut launches.
snapchat Snapchat Tests 'Cameos' Feature to Deep-Fake User Selfies Into Shared Videos Snapchat is testing a new feature called Cameos that allows users to map their selfies onto short looping videos to share in chats. The tool serves as an interactive alternative to Bitmoji and is set for a global rollout in mid-December.
apple Apple Opens Mac Pro Orders on December 10 Starting at $5,999 Apple finally reveals that orders for its highly anticipated, high-end Mac Pro desktop begin on December 10. The revamped system starts at $5,999 and represents Apple's renewed commitment to creative professionals.
adobe Adobe Acquires 3D Sculpting Tool as Facebook Shifts VR Focus Facebook sells its VR sculpting software Oculus Medium to Adobe, signaling a strategic shift away from non-gaming creative tools. The move allows Adobe to integrate the niche software into its existing product ecosystem.
boeing Boeing Builds Real Flying X-Wings for Disney's Star Wars Ride Opening Boeing collaborates with Disney to fly life-size, unpiloted X-wing drones at the grand opening of the Rise of the Resistance ride. The vehicles are based on Boeing's experimental Cargo Air Vehicle design.
reddit Reddit Traces Leaked UK Trade Documents to Russian Influence Campaign Reddit connects the recent leak of sensitive UK-US trade documents to a suspected Russian influence operation aimed at disrupting the upcoming UK general election.
mobile apps Black Friday Drives Record Mobile Game Revenue as Android Security Improves This week in apps highlights a record-breaking $70 million in U.S. mobile game revenue on Black Friday alongside Google's announcement that 80% of Android apps now encrypt traffic by default.
boeing Boeing and ULA Complete Final Dress Rehearsal for Starliner Launch Boeing and United Launch Alliance successfully finish a full launch dress rehearsal for the Starliner crew capsule. The test paves the way for an uncrewed orbital flight targeted for December 20.
canva Canva Expands Beyond Graphics With Video Editing and App Marketplace Canva introduces a beginner-friendly video editing tool alongside a new app marketplace featuring integrations with Google Drive and Instagram. The company also launches a free education platform to attract younger users.
elon musk Court Clears Elon Musk of Defamation in 'Pedo Guy' Tweet Trial A federal jury in Los Angeles clears Elon Musk of defamation charges after he calls British diver Vernon Unsworth a "pedo guy" on Twitter. The court rules that the insulting tweet does not qualify as an assertion of fact.