Technology news, features and analysis from Guardian US
Technology
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After months of revelations about the firm, the executive is being talked of as a sacrifice, not founder Mark Zuckerberg
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Smart speaker’s remarks, apparently quoted from Reddit, come as Amazon tries to boost speaker’s conversational capacity -
In this Christmas special, Jordan Erica Webber learns how to track Santa using satellites and jet fighters as he journeys around the world bringing presents to millions of children -
Dispute between subcontracting firm and workers demanding better conditions has prompted protest inside Facebook -
US indictment accuses two Chinese nationals of global, state-backed campaign targeting dozens of agencies, including in Australia
Privacy
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‘The tentacles of the campaign are vast,’ UK official says, as two Chinese nationals charged in US -
Diplomatic messages describe annexed area of Ukraine as ‘hot zone’ and Trump as ‘bully’ -
Games
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From outlaws in turn-of-the-century America to a young woman falling tenderly in love – and Norse gods going to war in spectacular style -
3 out of 5 stars.
GRIS review – gorgeous colours swirl around a tale of grief and fear
3 out of 5 stars.Beneath a sumptuous, absurdly beautiful surface, dark beasts haunt a troubled girl’s crumbling fantasy world
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The creator of the year’s biggest game is facing a slew of lawsuits over its alleged use of famous dance moves. But will courts tap to the same tune? -
Nintendo’s ingenious combination of video game and construction kit is one of the most interesting family games around. Should you buy it for your kids? -
If you’re a gamer after something more in-depth than coffee table books, here are some of the most thought-provoking reads about gaming -
For children facing life-limiting illnesses, adaptive technology allows them to feel independent and express themselves
Inside Silicon Valley
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The long read: We knew that being connected had a price – our data. But we didn’t care. Then it turned out that Google’s main clients included the military and intelligence agencies -
Just unwrapped a gift of an internet-connected device? Don’t just turn it on and plug it in – you might be giving the manufacturer all sorts of information you don’t need to -
A new Guardian documentary shows young Geovany filming his last day in a temporary home. Plus, read about other interesting documentary releases -
In the shadow of Silicon Valley, a hidden community thrives despite difficult circumstances. For one resident, eight-year-old Geovany Cesario, impending change is bittersweet. When the time comes to leave Crisanto Avenue, which Geovany affectionately calls Crisanto Street, he uses his camera to document the day
Reviews
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Why libraries, parks and other endangered public spaces are essential to good city living -
Solutions for the ‘last mile’ of your commute vary from the weird to the boring, but this nifty and lightweight scooter will certainly put a smile on your face, says Martin Love -
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Microsoft Surface Headphones review: close but no cigar
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Apple 12.9in iPad Pro review: bringing back the wow factor
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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2018 review: the new standard
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Apple MacBook Air review: the new default Mac
5 out of 5 stars.
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In depth
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Geoffrey writes from his Gmail address to ask how he can stop Google from intruding into almost everything
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Snapchat changes specs to look past the iPhone generation