UK reportedly planning to phase out Huawei equipment from its 5G networks

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge After resisting pressure from the US for months, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is apparently preparing to phase out the use of Huawei equipment from the UK’s 5G networks, the Financial Times reported. Citing national security concerns, members of the UK’s Conservative party have pushed for Huawei technology to…

Canada to ramp up COVID-19 testing and tracing, recommend digital app

Canada will ramp up COVID-19 testing and contact tracing as it gradually lifts restrictions and is working closely with Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc’s Google on a mobile phone app to help, the prime minister said on Friday. Press Release Distribution Service

With remote work plan, Facebook dashes hopes of paycheck arbitrage

With Facebook’s adoption of permanent remote work on Thursday, Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has untethered one of Silicon Valley’s biggest companies from the place that incubated it. Press Release Distribution Service

Brazil telecoms watchdog admits delay in 5G auction, sees broadband usage up

Social distancing measures to curb the coronavirus pandemic are boosting broadband usage by up to 50% in Brazil, but may end up delaying the country’s fifth-generation mobile network (5G) auction, the head of the country’s telecoms watchdog said on Friday. Press Release Distribution Service

PlayStation Store sale: 8 discounted PS4 games to buy now – CNET

There’s some serious discounts going on — but only until May 28. Press Release Distribution Service

Elon Musk and Grimes have changed their baby’s name – CNET

Because “X Æ A-12” wasn’t complicated enough. Press Release Distribution Service

This former NASA and Apple engineer built a Ninja Warrior course for squirrels – CNET

Finally, someone using their power for good. Press Release Distribution Service

Graduation Gift Guide: Cool gifts for college and high school grads

Find the top tech gifts, gadgets and gear for graduates, whether they’re finishing up high school or heading to their first job. Press Release Distribution Service

Developers who stand out bring both technical skills and life experiences to the job

Coder, bootcamp founder, CEO and former family therapist, Dave Hoover offers tips to help developers stand out in a crowded job market and explains why companies should focus on growing talent from within. Press Release Distribution Service

Plan to use Zoom outside of the US? Be ready for latency

A report found there are latency problems for Zoom users outside the US. Press Release Distribution Service

Fitbit is studying how to detect coronavirus before symptoms show up—and you can help

The Charge 4 and Versa 2 already do a lot to keep you healthy, but as the coronavirus pandemic sweeps around the world, Fitbit wants them to do even more using the data your devices are already collecting. Starting this week, users will find a new COVID-19 Study in the Fitbit app, which will help…

Looking at Apple’s AR glasses with more clarity

Rumors of an Apple augmented reality headset have been around for years, but in the last few weeks speculation has rapidly begun to ramp up, alongside suggestions that the product could be shown off as early as this year, and might even ship as early as next year. On the one hand, maintaining skepticism is…

Apple’s COVID-19 exposure notification API: What it is and how it works in iOS 13.5

In the release notes for iOS 13.5, you may have noticed a somewhat ominous message. Apple says that the update, “introduces the Exposure Notification API to support COVID-19 contact tracing apps from public health authorities.” That sounds an awful lot like it’s going to allow the government to track you and invade your privacy! Fortunately,…

Why All the Shouting About Google?

Here’s the one question that matters: Does Google rig the system to squash its rivals and hurt us? Press Release Distribution Service

Virgin Orbit Pushes Back First Rocket Launch From Jumbo Jet

The company, founded by Richard Branson, aims to show it can send small satellites to orbit from virtually anywhere. Press Release Distribution Service

Moderna Vaccine Trial: How Upbeat Coronavirus News Fueled a Stock Surge

The desperate hunt for treatments and vaccines has changed how researchers, regulators, drug companies like Moderna, investors and journalists do their jobs. Press Release Distribution Service

Sony’s Xperia 1 II ships in the US on July 24th for $1,199

Image: Sony Sony’s new flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 II (pronounced “mark two”), will ship in the US starting July 24th for $1,199, the company announced. Pre-orders start on June 1st. And if you pre-order by June 28th, you’ll get a free pair of Sony WF-1000XM3 noise canceling earbuds. A major feature of the Xperia…

Google Messages may finally be adding end-to-end encryption for RCS

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge An analysis of the latest update to Google Messages suggests it may be moving closer to having end-to-end encryption for RCS, according to 9to5 Google (via APKMirror). Rich communication services, or RCS, is the successor to SMS messaging and does what most other texting services do, but without…

President Trump is reportedly considering creating a panel to examine bias online

President Trump held a “social media summit” at the White House last summer. | Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images President Trump wants to create a panel that would look into complaints of bias against conservatives on social media and other online platforms, The Wall Street Journal reported. What authority the panel would have, and under…

The Snyder Cut: Ben Affleck’s response to HBO Max’s Justice League – CNET

Plus, a full rundown on what The Snyder Cut is, and why we should care about Zack Snyder’s not-so-mythical version of 2017’s Justice League. Press Release Distribution Service

AirPods 2 vs. original AirPods: What’s changed with Apple’s earbuds? – CNET

If you already have the original AirPods, you may not be missing much. Press Release Distribution Service

Best Xbox One games for 2020 – CNET

These are the best Xbox titles you can buy right now. Press Release Distribution Service

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