The US Federal Trade Commission has officially announced its $5 billion fine againstFacebook, following a lengthy investigation into the Cambridge Analytica scandal and other data breaches. Here’s how that settlement affects you. Why did the FTC settle with Facebook? The FTC found Facebook violated the law by not protecting user data from third parties, serving adverts through the use of phone numbers provided for security, and telling users that its facial recognition software is turned off by default....

Apple’sSiriisn’t just known for her witty responses, but also for a few Easter eggs Apple intentionally included in the app. One of the more famous is Siri’s response to the marriage question. When asked“will you marry me?”, Siri responds that“my End User License Agreement does not cover marriage.” Looks like Samsung’s own voice-activated digital assistant, dubbed S Voice, could find itself under similar criticism as bloggers discover some interesting Easter eggs in the software....

How The 1958 Bonneville Saved Pontiac From Chevrolet When people talk about Pontiac automobiles, names like GTO, Firebird Trans Am, Grand Prix, and Star Chief tend to dominate the conversation. Though the manufacturer’s Bonneville was arguably not as sexy as some of Pontiac’s more talked about cars, it was one of the company’s most enduring models throughout its decades in production — even if its price limited its overall impact on the manufacturer’s bottom line in the early days....

Baldur’s Gate 3 features a large list of spells that can be cast in and out of combat. Some spells require Concentration, which is a status effect that limits the spellcaster to only one active Concentration Spell at a time. The spellcaster can also lose Concentration by receiving damage and failing a Consitution save. However, there may be times when you want to cancel Concentration. I enjoy using many of the Concentration spells, but it can be tricky to keep track of Concentration and cancel it when wanted....

Error codes are common in online multiplayer games andDead by Daylightis no exception. Although developer Behaviour Interactive has not addressed Error Code 8001, it appears to affect console players, primarily Xbox Series X players. If you experienced Error Code 8001, it might be an Xbox Live issue or a console cache error. Check Dead by Daylight Support First, check theDead by DaylightTwitterfor any updates concerning the game’s online performance. It is possible that your error aligns with whatever maintenance or outage is going on with the game....

Week 3 of Modern Warfare 3 Season 3 is now live and as per usual, there are brand newWeekly challengesup for players to complete. One of those will have you use your gun in a very primitive but very effective way – and may even get you to chuckle a bit. Here is how to get Gun-But kills in Modern Warfare 3. Modern Warfare 3: How to get Gun-Butt Kills If you plan on getting the Week 3 Aftermarket part – the JAK Cutthroat – then going for the Gun-But kills is probably a good idea given how simple it is....

Thalamus is used to create the Unraveling a Fateful Bond Incantation inHades 2, which lets you explore the surface without taking any damage. This makes Thalamus an important material in the game, so here is how you’re able to get Thalamus in Hades 2. How to get Origin Seeds to grow Thalamus in Hades 2 Unlike mostmaterials in Hades 2, you may not find Thalamus during your runs and have to grow them on the Soil at the Crossroads....

Forgotten Memoriescontinues to take the Roblox community by storm—with insane graphics and a fan-favorite premise inFNAF(Five Nights at Freddy’s), it seems as though nothing can slow this experience down. Adding to its popularity is the use of badges, and especially badges that are relatively difficult to decipher, such as theWhy. . .badge. In the brief guide below, we’ll be going over how to obtain this mysterious badge. How to unlock the Why....

Botany Manorplayers who solve the first puzzle in the conservatory will gain access to the mansion and the next flower, Fulguria, necessary to grow. Here is how to grow Fulguria in Botany Manor. How to Grow Fulguria in Botany Manor Fulguriais the second plant that players will encounter in Botany Manor once they enter the mansion afterWindmill Wort. Players will need to get the seeds themselves, which will be sitting on a chair under the Grand Staircase to the right of the front entrance....

Disney Dreamlight Valley offers numerous pie options for you to create. If you want a sweet, fruity pie, you have seven choices. Want a savory pie? you’re able to choose between fish, seafood and veggie pies! Going back to desserts for a moment, we’re here to go into detail about blueberry pie. If you’re interested in learning more, continue reading to discover how to make Blueberry Pie in Disney Dreamlight Valley....

Black Friday is finally here, and there are some absolutely fabulous deals all around the tech industry - if you’re looking to buy something like a laptop or PC, there’s no better time in a calendar year. HP has joined the fray, too, with a wide range of impressive deals to check out, and you cansee the full list on its own store. We’ve picked out a few true highlights for you to check through below, as well, so you’re able to get a taste for what’s on offer....

Apple announced a slew of new features coming toiPhone, Apple Watch, iPad andMacduring its WWDC conference in June. While there aren’t major changes coming to iPad this time around with iPadOS 17, there are still a couple of useful additions that will enhance your user experience on Apple’s tablets - as long as you have a model that is compatible of course. Read:The best iPad and iPad Pro deals right now...

The industry was shocked when Apple announced that the iPhone would only be available on AT&T in the summer of 2007. While many phone makers tried to get their handsets on as many carriers as possible, Apple entered into an exclusive agreement with AT&T that lasted until February of this year. Despite the new competition from Verizon, Sprint, and regional carrierslike C Spire, iPhone owners have remained loyal to AT&T. Perhaps the nation’s biggest GSM carrier isn’t as evil as we all thought?...