Electronics gadgets: OnePlus' Nord N300 5G Is Ridiculously Affordable

October 25, 2022

October 25, 2022. On this day in 2001, Microsoft released Windows XP, succeeding Windows 2000 and Windows ME. Remember XP? Of course you do; we all spent a lot of time using it. We bet there are a few PCs still running it, too.

⏰ Today's Big Stories... in 30 Seconds

Today We Watched, Read, and Listened to (so you don't have to):

277 articles, 8 podcasts, 9 press releases, 392 tweets, and 16 YouTube videos

1. OnePlus Launches Nord N300 With Quick Charging

OnePlus is finally launching its budget-friendly Nord N300 5G smartphone in the US and Canada on November 3. While its specs are fairly average, aside from the company's signature fast-charging, its most notable aspect is its low price of just $228, which sounds almost too low to be true. Talk about a steal!

2. Take Advantage of Passwordless Logins on PayPal, Only in the US

In an attempt to embrace plans for a new industry-standard approach to passwordless logins, PayPal is adopting passkeys. Older forms of logging in aren't going away, but PayPal believes passkeys are a faster and smoother option. Want to give it a try? It should be rolling out now in the US.

3. YouTube's Getting a Slightly New Look and a Much Better Zoom

YouTube's mobile app is going to look and perform differently in the near future. Expect visual changes to contrast and color brightness, an "ambient mode," and a pinch-to-zoom update that keeps the view zoomed in until you decide to pull back—no more snap back once you let go of the screen. Finally!

🦑 Go Deeper

Using AI to boost workplace diversity is starting to face criticism, with some researchers calling it "automated pseudoscience." Let Sascha Brodsky explain how it's part of a growing concern that AI may uphold certain biases.

🎱 By the Numbers

Who knew PayPal still had so many users

Data: Business of Apps

In a world with numerous banking options and money sending apps like Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle, PayPal still has its fans. In 2021, it had over 400 million people who performed at least one transaction in the year, which is more than we would've guessed. Keep doing your thing, PayPal.

🔥 Today's Hot Deal

These Beats Studio Buds are down to $89.95 on Amazon right now, and are a good alternative to other wireless earbud options. They come in various colors, too, so pick the best one that suits your style.

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🤓 Nerd Out

"Yep, space is still weird." —Kyree Leary, Associate News Editor

Ever wondered what Earth's magnetic field sounds like? Well, now you can hear it, thanks to the European Space Agency. it sounds... kinda unsettling. (Share on Twitter)

💎 You Know You Want It

Time to jam out in VR

Image: Meta

There's never been a better time to jump into VR, mostly because you have a few ways to do so. One, of course, is the Meta Quest 2, which now comes with Beat Saber included until 12/31. Not a bad VR game to kickstart your VR journey. Besides, the Meta Quest Pro is way too expensive right now.

🌎 Doin' It Right

Let's ride!

People are pivoting to electric bikes over traditional bicycles, leading some to believe they're the better option to reduce car traffic and air pollution. Good job, two-wheelers, keep that momentum going.