Currently residing in Austin, Texas, Chance Townsend is an Assistant Editor at Mashable. He has a Master's in Journalism from the University of North Texas with the bulk of his research primarily focused on online communities, dating apps, and professional wrestling.
In his free time, he's an avid cook, loves to sleep, and "enjoys" watching the Lions and Pistons break his heart on a weekly basis. If you have any stories or recipes that might be of interest you can reach him by email at [email protected].
By Chance Townsend
California governor vetoes bill requiring human drivers in autonomous trucks
A huge relief to robo-trucks and those who love them.
Tinder users can now find true love for just $500 per month
"Tinder Select" is a new premium monthly subscription option only available to the app's "most active users."
WhatsApp may finally get a native iPad app. Here's how we know.
iPad users are likely getting a seat at the table.
Elon Musk's Neuralink is looking for human subjects
Control a computer keyboard using only your mind and life-altering surgery.
3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra rumors that'll make you skip iPhone 15 Pro Max
Should you wait for the upcoming Samsung phone?
3 Google Pixel 8 rumors ahead of its October reveal
Modest design changes and improved performance are what Pixel customers can expect ahead of Google's October 4 event.
These 3 iPhone 16 rumors will make you skip the iPhone 15
A bigger display and improved processing may be on the way in 2024.
Watch Olivia Rodrigo's 'Get Him Back!' music video, shot on Apple's iPhone 15 Pro
It looks good. Like really good.
Apple unveils the Apple Watch Ultra 2
All about the ruggedly handsome Apple Watch Ultra 2.
By Cecily Mauran and Chance Townsend
'Saw X' sees triumphant return of Tobin Bell in new trailer
"Out of all the men to cheat."
How to switch to Mastodon from Twitter now that it's X
Change is never easy, but switching to Mastodon is.
Every TV show that's been canceled in 2023 so far, from 'Avenue 5' to 'Ziwe'
Whether it was on broadcast or streaming, these shows were taken from us too soon (or not soon enough).
Meta to roll back Covid-19 misinformation measures
Meta is revising its policies to take a regional approach towards countries that still have public health emergency declarations.
Nuggets win first championship: Social media reacts to that all-time NBA Finals game
We're gonna need a cigarette after this one.
Bethesda's 'Starfield' story trailer reveals release date and more
The new trailer speaks about a mission crucial for the future of humanity.
'Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty' expansion set for September release
The highly anticipated expansion features new gameplay mechanics, characters, and a fresh district in Night City.
Manchester City's UCL final was certainly a game the internet watched
Don't you hate it when the villain wins at the end of the movie?
Reddit CEO's AMA turns into disaster
Co-founder and CEO Steve Huffman confirmed in a drama-filled AMA that Reddit won't budge on API changes.
5 ChatGPT plugins that do what they promise
Amongst the sea of duds, there are some good and funny plugins that work as advertised.
Eurovision's 2023 Grand Final was everything the internet hoped for and more
Slick production, over-the-top camp, and some really great music. What more could you ask for?
OpenAI rolling out ChatGPT plugins to Plus users
More ChatGPT users now have access to the chatbot's "eyes and ears."
TikTok's sketchy user 'clusters' reportedly drew internal complaints
TikTok has reportedly been meticulously keeping track of everything you watch, and categorizing you.
Taylor Swift announces 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)' album at Nashville concert
An all-around historic night for Swifites.
Twitter has a surprising 'no refunds' policy for rejected gold check applicants
Read the fine print: You're never seeing that $1,000 again.
