Turn Down the Lights on Google Search

Google Search now has a dark mode, but it's only on desktop for now.

September 13, 2021 It's September 13, 2021. It's National Kids Take Over The Kitchen Day! We're not saying you should leave them in the kitchen unattended, but if they want to bake some cookies or dictate dinner? Let 'em have it!     ⏰ Today's Big Stories... in 30 Seconds Today We Watched, Read, and Listened to (so you don't have to): 244 articles, 11 podcasts, 13 press releases, 391 tweets, and 19 YouTube videos 1. Google Search Gets Dark Mode on Desktop Google is finally bringing its Dark theme to Google Search on desktop. The feature is already available for some and will become available to the rest of the world over the coming weeks as it rolls out in a staggered release. Yay! Fewer bright, white pages on the web. 2. Apple to Use Shazam Technology to Identify Songs in DJ Mixes Apple will now use Shazam's technology to identify artists or labels of the small clips and samples in DJ and dance mixes. Why? So they can be properly compensated and credited on the platform. We're very into this move, Apple. Keep it up. 3. Samsung Announces New Eco-Friendly Wristband Collection Samsung is working closely with fashion company Sami Miro Vintage to produce watchbands made from eco-friendly materials like Apple Peel leather. Want to support the cause? There's a limited amount of the wristbands available on Samsung's website, starting at $39.99. 🦑 Go Deeper AI is capable of creating things on its own, but some believe it shouldn't be credited like a human inventor. Sascha Brodsky has the deep dive on the situation, and how it may one day get proper credit.     🎱 By the Numbers Shazam's got an audience Data: Business of Apps Shazam was popular before Apple acquired it, but we can understand why it happened. Not only are the app and accompanying tech useful, but pairing it with Siri makes it even better. Finally, no more wondering what that song was during the end credits of a TV episode. Never go away, Shazam. Please. 🔥 Today's Hot Deal The Fire TV Stick 4K is down to $35 on Amazon right now, thanks to a $15 discount. It's a quick and easy way to access a number of streaming services, and it's small enough to travel with. Go pick one up! Don't Miss This Deal 🤓 Nerd Out "Would kids even recognize an arcade machine?" —Bob Schulties, Senior Editor Mario Kart is already pretty great, but what if it was also an arcade machine made out of cardboard? YouTube DanCreator made just that, and not only is it fully functional, it's also pretty impressive. (Share on Twitter) 💎 You Know You Want It  Powerful portable projector Image: XGIMI, Amazon The XGIMI Halo True 1080p Portable Projector is perfect for the person (or family) that prefers a more mobile movie watching experience. Bluetooth, USB, and HDMI support, as well as automatic screen sizing, auto focusing, 800 lumens of brightness, and built-in Android TV? Yep. We know you want it. 🎧 Listen Up Shang-Chi enters the MCU On the latest episode of Galaxy Brains, the crew discuss Shang-Chi's introduction into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and how Marvel has addressed its... questionable history with the character The Mandarin and martial arts. Give it a listen.     🗞 Extra! Extra! We've got you covered with the best in daily tech news! See the latest on our site or follow us on Google News. Did someone forward this to you? Sign up here. Have something you'd like us to write about? We're always open for suggestions, too. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here .   Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. A Dotdash Brand 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 2020 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.   [View in Browser]