Meet the MacBook Neo, Apple’s colorful answer to the Chromebook, starting at $599 Apple on Wednesday unveiled a low-cost, entry-level laptop dubbed MacBook Neo, marking the first time the company has targeted a similar audience as Google did with its Chromebook. Starting at $599, the MacBook Neo is aimed at students or users whose work doesn’t involve intensive workflows like video editing or...

The Washington Post is retreating from Silicon Valley when it matters most Proclaiming that we live in a tech-centric society understates its saturation.  Software, specifically machine learning and AI, coupled with advanced manufacturing has delivered technology to street corners, schools, offices, factories, and even farm fields. This tech, much of it created in Silicon Valley, sits on...

Asia everyday life is being upended by Iran war fuel crisisReutersA boy stands next to an empty LPG cylinder tied to a bicycle as he waits outside a gas agencyThe effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz after the US and Israel began their war with Iran in late February has sent shockwaves across the globe.Oil prices have soared and stock markets have wobbled as the world waits to see when...

Snapchat announces ‘The Snappys,’ its first-ever creator awards show Snapchat announced on Wednesday that it’s hosting its first-ever awards show on March 21. The social media giant says the awards show, called “The Snappys,” is designed to celebrate “the creators shaping culture on Snapchat.” Creators will receive awards like “Spotlight MVP,” “Best Storyteller,” and “Breakout Creator of the...

China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationalsAFP via Getty ImagesUK and Canadian nationals will be able to travel to mainland China for up to 30 days without a visa from 17 February.China's foreign ministry said visa-free entry would be permitted for tourism, business or visits to family and friends, with the policy set to stay in effect initially until 31 December.Sir Keir said...