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There's Now A COVID Test That Uses A Smartphone And Costs Just $7
This smartphone-based COVID-testing kit reduces the cost of each test to $7 and delivers results in 25 minutes with similar accuracy as RT-PCR.
How To Get Free COVID Tests Online From The USPS
U.S. residents can order four free at-home COVID tests per address from the USPS, and the tests can be ordered online using a new portal.
FaceBit Turns Any Mask Into A 'Fitbit For Your Face'
FaceBit is a new smart sensor platform that can be magnetically attached to any mask, and features heart and breathing rate monitoring.
Scientists Want Spotify To Fight Misinformation After JRE Episode
A controversial Joe Rogan Experience podcast episode has now led to a group of doctors and scientists calling for Spotify to make changes.
Gal Gadot Admits Imagine Celebrity Singing Video Was In Poor Taste
Nearly two years later, Gal Gadot admits her star-studded "Imagine" video was in poor taste, after much criticism about the video being tone-deaf.
How To Store COVID-19 Vaccination Details Into An iPhone's Apple Wallet
Through the iPhone's Apple Wallet, users can now securely store their vaccination cards to show establishments that require proof for entry or access.
ASUS, The Computer Company, Made A Gadget That Scans Veggies For Chemicals
ASUS is bringing lab-grade food safety straight to the average kitchen with its new smart cleaning gadget. Here's how it works, and its limitations.
Russia Might Ban YouTube For Trying To Stop COVID-19 Misinformation
Russia has reportedly threatened to ban YouTube after the platform deleted two state-backed media channels for alleged COVID-19 misinformation.
Partially 3D-Printed Microscope Could Speed Up Covid Testing
Researchers are reportedly working on a partially 3D-printed microscope that can detect the human coronavirus in blood in a matter of minutes.
Free AirPods In Washington, D.C. To Help Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
To encourage the young to get their first dose, the Mayor of Washington, D.C. announced free AirPods and giveaways of up to $25,000 in scholarship.
LG's Air Purifying Mask Is Coming Soon & With Some Upgrades
LG has announced some upgrades to the face mask unveiled last year, and the personal air-purifier is already being used by the Thailand Olympic team.
Amazon's COVID-19 Test Is Just $40, But How Good Is It?
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, companies like Amazon have begun producing at-home COVID-19 tests through the FDA's Emergency Use Authorization.
Android Users Can Soon Store COVID-19 Vaccination Details On Their Phone
Google is making it easier to store COVID-19 vaccination report cards on Android phones, assuring users it won't store a copy or share with others.
Ubisoft Allowing Some Employees To Continue Working From Home [UPDATED]
A Ubisoft company email indicates plans for the return to in-person work at its offices around the world as coronavirus restrictions loosen.
Free Lyft & Uber COVID-19 Vaccination Rides: What You Need To Know
Lyft and Uber are now offering U.S. riders the option to book a free ride to and from a COVID-19 vaccination location. Here's what you need to know.
COVID-19 Vaccination More Likely To Get You A Match & Date, Says OkCupid
As many now prepare for the new post-pandemic world, a COVID-19 vaccine badge might help those looking to boost their dating app chances.
Marvel Comics Highlights Real-Life Heroes in Vitals: True EMS Stories
Marvel's The Vitals: True EMS Stories celebrates emergency workers in Pennsylvania and all they've done during the COVID pandemic.
New York Movie Theaters Expanding Capacity Next Week
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that the state's movie theaters can expand their indoor capacity starting next Monday, April 26.
Can't Wait For Razer's Project Hazel? Buy Will.i.am's Xupermask Instead
If you're still waiting on Razer to release its Project Hazel face mask, will.i.am and Honeywell will sell you a Xupermask in the meantime.
Apple Maps: How COVID-19 Travel Guidance Works & What To Expect
Apple Maps now provides iPhone and iPad users with more detailed COVID-19 travel information for airports, making it easier to know what to expect.