Trans people are turning to VR as society fails them

"I still remember when I first used VR, I hadn't cried so much for a long time. Especially being someone that was failed by the NHS [National Health Service]," Levia*, a trans woman living in Britain, explained. "Many trans people cry ... more - mashable

The world of Roblox accessories is betting big on young, Black creators

Since the dawn of the internet, users have gone online to escape. They've flooded forums to build community when the outside world was lacking, and they've delved into fantasy worlds, fanfiction, and original characters to explore the limits of personal ... more - mashable

Try out the Apple Vision Pro with $200 off at Woot!

SAVE $200: As of March 28, save $200 on a new Apple Vision Pro headset at Woot!. That's a discount of 6%. Opens in a new window Credit: Woot! Apple Vision Pro $3,299.00 at Woot! $3,499.00 Save $200.00 Get Deal The Apple Vision Pro is undeniably impressive, ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem's £20 million star is the worst part of the entire show

Netflix's sci-fi series 3 Body Problem features a myriad of fantastical elements, from proton supercomputers to razor-sharp nanofibres, to ridiculously high-tech virtual reality headsets which let you eat dirt. Yet the most unbelievable, unforgivable, ... more - mashable

Why '3 Body Problem' picks the perfect gamer names

Picking a name for your character in a game is a high-pressure decision. Honestly, I'll sit there for at least 30 minutes, scanning my bookshelves for a glimmer of half-baked inspiration that isn't straight-up naming my newly minted elven warrior mage ... more - mashable

Everything you need to know about Netflix's '3 Body Problem'

If you're like us and consumed by the mind-bending series that is Netflix's 3 Body Problem , you might have a few burning questions. Bringing author Liu Cixin's novels to the streaming screen, showrunners David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo ... more - mashable

I used the Apple Vision Pro on a flight to Costa Rica — and it was chaotic

"The Apple Vision Pro is out-friggin’-standing, but what the hell am I going to use it for?" This is what many tech journalists and reviewers with early access to the $3,499 swanky headset said. They gushed about the accurate eye tracking, ... more - mashable

OpenAI is pitching Sora to Hollywood. Creatives are fighting back.

OpenAI is ramping up plans for its AI video generator Sora — and that involves a charm offensive in Hollywood. Details are still fuzzy, but we know the company is approaching filmmakers as well as studios. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and COO Brad Lightcap ... more - mashable

If you watched certain YouTube videos, investigators demanded your data from Google

If you've ever jokingly wondered if your search or viewing history is going to "put you on some kind of list," your concern may be more than warranted. In now unsealed court documents reviewed by Forbes , Google was ordered to hand over the ... more - mashable

Get the Meta Quest 2 for its lowest price yet during the Amazon Big Spring Sale

SAVE $50.99: As of March 22, the Meta Quest 2 (128 GB) is just $199 at Amazon as part of the Amazon Big Spring Sale. That's a discount of 20% and the lowest price we've seen. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Meta Quest 2 (128 GB) $199.99 at Amazon ... more - mashable

How to watch the 2024 Tour of Flanders online for free

TL;DR: Stream the 2024 Tour of Flanders for free on SBS On Demand. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. Cycling fans are a lucky bunch, because the schedule is absolutely brutal. There seems be another professional ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem' finale: 8 burning questions we have for Season 2

After eight mind-bending episodes, Netflix's 3 Body Problem has come to a close for Season 1. While the finale answered many of the complex questions fuelling the series, showrunners David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo left plenty unsolved for ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem': How the book and the Netflix show differ

Delve deep enough into the story behind the new Netflix show 3 Body Problem , and you'll soon find yourself with a three-book problem. That's because the show draws on elements found in all three books that comprise the "Remembrance of Earth's Past" ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem': Why John Bradley's character is the best and worst part of the show

When Game of Thrones showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss teamed up with with Alexander Woo for Netflix's 3 Body Problem , they didn't just bring their genre novel adaptation expertise. They also brought a few familiar faces. Making the leap to 3 ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem' review: The ghost of 'Game of Thrones' haunts Netflix's sci-fi epic

It's impossible not to think about Game of Thrones while watching 3 Body Problem . Netflix's latest sci-fi series comes to us courtesy of Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, who've teamed up with Alexander Woo ( The Terror, True Blood ... more - mashable

'3 Body Problem': What do the aliens actually look like?

Netflix's 3 Body Problem is a show that leaves us with a lot of questions at the end of its first season. How different are Liu Cixin's books, upon which the show's based? What does the joke that Dr Ye Wenjie (Rosalind Chao) tells Saul Durand (Jovan ... more - mashable

How did the stars flicker in '3 Body Problem'? The global deepfake explained.

"Has the universe ever winked at you?" It's the cryptic question alien-worshipper and Earth-Trisolaris Organization member Tatiana (Marlo Kelly) poses to Auggie (Eiza González) in Netflix's 3 Body Problem . And it's the one in the back of the ... more - mashable

What exactly is the three-body problem in '3 Body Problem'?

If you're the type of person who yells "wey-oh!" if someone in a TV show says the name of the TV show, you're in good company. In Netflix's 3 Body Problem , based on Liu Cixin's novels, the actual title of the series plays a major part in the ... more - mashable

Black Mirror season 7 is coming — 5 things the internet is saying about its return

Black Mirror season 7 is coming back, Netflix announced on X. "Six new stories, but one looks a little familiar. Black Mirror returns 2025," the post said. Most are excited for its return. However, there's no shortage of criticism, with many ... more - mashable

I tried GameScent: My experience with smell-o-vision gaming, including a 'gunfire' scent

Imagine getting a whiff of dewy freshness – à la fresh-cut grass — while trudging through the wilderness within your favorite triple-A game. And then suddenly, without warning, an enemy hops out behind a tree. Pew, pew, pew! A gunfight ensues and you ... more - mashable

SXSW 2024: 3 WTF tech products, including an AI Marilyn Monroe

When people talk about South by Southwest (SXSW), it's typically for its music and film festivities. Under the surface, however, is a burgeoning tech scene growing in Austin that is being showcased here at this year's festival. While not on the same ... more - mashable

10 SXSW films you'll want to know about before the fest begins

SXSW has arrived! And along with an enthralling conference bursting with music, comedy, tech, VR, and entertaining activations, South by Southwest is one of America's most thrilling film festivals. This year's headliners include such hotly anticipated ... more - mashable

The 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' AR experience lets you catch ghosts at home

Those who valiantly bust ghosts are back again with Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire , and the marketing team is having a little fun making a few otherwordly vagrants available for you to catch at home. To promote the release of the latest adventure with ... more - mashable

The best sci-fi movies on Netflix to escape reality

The beauty of science fiction is how it can take shape in endless ways on screen. When you look at the types of sci-fi narratives that filmmakers have explored in movies, it's hard to deny the fact that it’s one of the most unique, versatile, and exciting ... more - mashable

Tech worker wore an Apple Vision Pro at his wedding

Apple's Vision Pro launched this month, to the delight of Apple devotees everywhere. While issues with the Vision Pro have already begun circulating, it's not stopping owners from wearing the $3,500 piece any chance they get. Case in point: A man wore ... more - mashable

5 tech marvels we love from Disney's 'Iwájú'

In the futuristic Lagos of Iwájú , hovering street hawkers approach flying cars with steaming snacks, the city's tricycles (kekes) have evolved into tiny helicopters, and robots enthusiastically trim the hedges of opulent estates. A collaboration between ... more - mashable

Apple EV car killed: 5 reasons the rumored project was scrapped

Apple was working on an electric vehicle (EV) to rival Tesla and its ilk, but according to Bloomberg, which cited anonymous sources "with knowledge of the matter," the Cupertino-based tech giant is now, er, steering away from the project. Apple's ... more - mashable

Best of MWC 2024, including color-changing and bendable phones

The best of MWC 2024, based in Barcelona, Spain, encompassed several categories, including phones, foldables, and laptops. Mixed-reality smart glasses made their mark, too, but only one caught our eye. Curious about which technological marvels won our ... more - mashable

Oppo's AR glasses really look like regular glasses

Sure, augmented reality is nice, but how about it coming in a form that doesn't look weird on your face? This, it seems, was the thought process behind Oppo's new augmented reality glasses prototype, unveiled at MWC Barcelona on Monday. The Oppo Air ... more - mashable

The best WiFi routers for gaming

If you spend a lot of time playing the latest and best games online, you're guaranteed to run into network issues now and again. You might experience a frustrating lag that comes with a slow WiFi connection, or you might get booted out of your favourite ... more - mashable