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Coronavirus: How COVID-19 is changing the way we live
The wait for the Nikon D6 gets even longer, due to the coronavirus
Due to a lack of parts from suppliers, the Nikon D6 won't arrive when expected. Originally slated for March, Nikon anticipates launching the camera in May.
Digital Trends Live: Latest on coronavirus, robot submarines, and more
On this Digital Trends Live we discuss the top stories of the day, including more coroavirus cancellations and fallout, Twitter’s “manipulated media” label.
Apple boss tells global employees to work remotely amid coronavirus outbreak
Apple chief Tim Cook has told the company's office-based employees to work from home this week as part of measures aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Postmates and Instacart launch no-contact deliveries amid coronavirus outbreak
The delivery startups appear to be responding to the COVID-19 outbreak with new options in their apps that allow orders to be left at a customer's door.
Online platforms like Facebook are losing yet another ‘infodemic’ war
With cases of Coronavirus on the rise around the globe, online platforms like Facebook and Google are struggling to stem the resulting tide of misinformation.
SXSW conference canceled as coronavirus fears mount
On Friday, the annual week-long tech, music, and film festival held in Austin announced it would cancel as coronavirus fears spread throughout the country.
Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus cancellations, TCL concept phones, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest stories in tech, including more coronavirus fallout and Facebook removes Trump reelection ads.
Valve Index VR goes on sale again Monday in time for Half-Life: Alyx
The Valve Index VR headset will be back in stock for on Monday, March 9, after the coronavirus impacted production. It goes on sale in time for Half-Life: Alyx.
Coronavirus: Apple and Google clamp down on COVID-19 apps
Apple and Google are reportedly only accepting COVID-19-related app submissions from recognized health bodies and governments in a bid to avoid misinformation.
Coronavirus is closing schools and hinting at a digital future for education
The ongoing coronavirus outbreak, as well as the possibility of future pandemics, illustrates the need for schools to prepare for virus-induced digitalization.
Coronavirus: Facebook to close Seattle office after worker tests positive
The 5,000 workers at Facebook’s Seattle office have been advised to work from home until March 31, after a contract worker tested positive for the coronavirus.
SXSW: Apple and Netflix pull out over coronavirus outbreak
Apple and Netflix have reportedly pulled out of this month’s South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, because of concerns over the coronavirus.
Apple stores have a shortage of replacement parts due to coronavirus
According to a report, Apple may be suffering from a shortage of iPhone replacement parts due to supply chain issues related to the coronavirus outbreak.
How a puzzle game could help scientists find a coronavirus cure
Foldit is a puzzle game anyone can play to try and help find a cure for the coronavirus. Citizen scientists have used it to help solve other tricky problems.
Coronavirus concerns delay release of James Bond film No Time to Die
Amid coronavirus concerns, MGM, Universal, and Eon Productions decided to postpone No Time to Die's release date from April 10 to November 25 in the U.S.
Coronavirus could meet its match with Folding@Home’s crowdsourced computing
Folding@Home wants to use your computer's spare processing power to aid in coronavirus research. Anyone with a computer can download the program.
Google cancels 2020 I/O conference amid coronavirus concerns
The latest casualty of the novel coronavirus: Google's 2020 I/O developer conference, scheduled to take place May 12- 14, was canceled amid fears that the COVID-19 virus could spread through showgoers.
Digital Trends Live: Apple’s settlement, VR medical training, coronavirus update
On this episode Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest stories in tech, including the latest coronavirus updates, and Apple's $500 million settlement.
In China’s hospitals, robots are helping to halt the spread of coronavirus
As the COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic continues to spread, hospitals in China have turned to a trio of robots to help fight the spread of the flu-type virus.
A new 14-inch MacBook Pro is coming, unfazed by coronavirus delays
A new report from Ming-Chi Kuo points toward a 14.1-inch MacBook Pro launching with a new mini-LED display. There were concerns that the new display technology could be delayed by coronavirus, but analyst says the products have been unaffected.
Car shows were already endangered. Coronavirus might make them extinct
Swiss officials canceled the 2020 Geneva auto show due to coronavirus fears. This gives the auto show as we know it another black eye at a bad time.
Coronavirus: Google, Twitter tell some employees to work from home
More technology companies are responding to the spread of COVID-19, with Twitter telling its employees around the world to work from home if possible.
SXSW 2020’s fate uncertain after Twitter, Facebook pull out amid coronavirus fears
Both Facebook and Twitter have cancelled appearances at SXSW 2020, and it's likely only the first couple companies to do so over coronavirus fears.
Steve Wozniak’s viral tweet shows how quickly coronavirus misinformation spreads
On Monday afternoon, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak tweeted that he or his wife, Janet Hill, may have been the first case of coronavirus in the United States.
Digital Trends Live: COVID-19 spreads, Google Stadia tiers, and more
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including the continuing spread of the coronavirus, Google Stadia, and more.
Apple CEO Tim Cook addresses how the company has been affected by coronavirus
In an interview posted on Fox Business, Apple CEO Tim Cook has addressed the outbreak of coronavirus and how it has affected Apple's business for the year.
Pandemic simulation Plague Inc. forced out of Apple’s App Store in China
Plague Inc., the pandemic simulation that found renewed popularity amid the coronavirus outbreak, was ordered to be taken down from Apple's App Store in China.
Game Developers Conference postponed due to Coronavirus concerns
This year's Game Developers Conference has officially been postponed after several major companies dropped out due to concerns over the spread of Coronavirus.
As coronavirus myths infect social media, WHO joins TikTok to inject truth
The World Health Organization is aiming to fight back against coronavirus misinformation by joining TikTok.
Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus’s continued fallout, and more
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories, including the continued effects of the coronavirus, New Zealand Air’s sleep pods, and more.
Geneva Motor Show canceled due to coronavirus outbreak
The Geneva Motor Show, one of the biggest events in the automotive industry calendar, has been canceled due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus.
People may start opting out of the sharing economy as coronavirus fear grows
Uber, Airbnb, and Grubhub have taken big hits to their stock prices as people opt out of the sharing economy.
As coronavirus spreads, is it safe to buy products shipped from China?
There is no way the coronavirus could be active long enough on a surface for it to become contagious through the touching of a package or a product from China.
Facebook cancels F8 developer conference amid coronavirus fears
The Facebook F8 developer conference usually takes place in late April, but has now been canceled due to fears surrounding the spread of coronavirus.