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NASA Advances Precision Landing Technology with Field Test at Kennedy
NASA Advances Precision Landing Technology with Field Test at Kennedy NASA has successfully tested its Hazard Detection Lidar technology at Kennedy Space Center’s Shuttle Landing Facility, a crucial step towards safe and precise landings on the Moon. The lidar system can map an area equivalent to two football fields in just two seconds and processes […]
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AirPlay security flaws could help hackers spread malware on your network
AirPlay security flaws could help hackers spread malware on your network AirPlay security flaws have been discovered by cybersecurity firm Oligo, which could allow hackers to spread malware on your network. The vulnerabilities, dubbed “AirBorne,” are wormable and can be used to take over an AirPlay device and spread malware throughout a local network if […]
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NASA Technology Enables Leaps in Artificial Intelligence
NASA Technology Enables Leaps in Artificial Intelligence NASA’s Ames Research Center played a crucial role in developing Machine-to-Machine Intelligence Corp.’s (M2Mi) artificial intelligence technology, which enables automated, secure communications between satellites and ground-based computers. The technology, known as root cause analysis, allows networks to identify their own issues and fix themselves, making it a key […]
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Google’s AI podcast maker is now available in over 50 languages
Google’s AI podcast maker is now available in over 50 languages Google’s AI podcast maker, Audio Overviews, is now available in over 50 languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Hindi, Turkish, Korean, and Chinese. To switch to a different language, users can select their settings in the top-right corner of the Google NotebookLM app and choose […]
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Meta’s ChatGPT competitor shows how your friends use AI
Meta’s ChatGPT competitor shows how your friends use AI Meta has launched its standalone ChatGPT competitor, offering features like typing/talking, image generation, and real-time web results. The new app introduces a “Discover feed” that showcases interactions with Meta AI from friends on Instagram and Facebook, allowing users to engage with and remix these posts. Meta’s […]
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Bluesky is having an up and down Tuesday morning
Bluesky is having an up and down Tuesday morning Bluesky experienced back-to-back outages on Tuesday morning, affecting feeds loading for many users worldwide. The initial outage started at around 6AM ET and lasted about 40 minutes, followed by another major outage at around 8AM. Users were unable to refresh their Bluesky feeds across the desktop […]
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Bird Buddy’s new nature camera attracts and records more than just birds
Bird Buddy’s new nature camera attracts and records more than just birds The Bird Buddy Petal camera is a new nature camera that attracts and records more than just birds, capturing over 2,000 species of plants and insects in real time. The camera features a 12-megapixel sensor, 4K video capture, and can operate autonomously for […]
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You have two months left to update your old LG phone
You have two months left to update your old LG phone LG has announced that it will shut down its update servers for good on June 30th, 2025, marking the end of support for its Android phones. The shutdown affects all LG phones released after 2019, including the Velvet, Wing, G-, and V-series models, which […]
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Amazon launches its first satellites to rival Starlink
Amazon launches its first satellites to rival Starlink Amazon has successfully launched its first batch of 27 satellites into low-Earth orbit as part of its Project Kuiper constellation, which aims to rival SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet business. The launch was carried out by a United Launch Alliance rocket from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station […]
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New Starlink subscription drops hardware price to $0
New Starlink subscription drops hardware price to $0 SpaceX is now offering a 12-month residential service plan for Starlink, which brings the price of the dish and router down to $0 in select markets. The monthly fee remains unchanged at $50 per month, but customers have 30 days to test or return the kit for […]
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Character.AI Releases AvatarFX, an Advanced Video Generation Model
Character.AI Releases AvatarFX, an Advanced Video Generation Model Character.AI has released AvatarFX, an advanced video generation model that can animate characters in human-like mode and 2D cartoons. AvatarFX allows users to generate and animate videos from preexisting photos of real people, with the option to add watermarks to prevent deepfakes. The AI model is designed […]
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Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI
Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI Duolingo will transition to an “AI-first” approach, gradually phasing out contract workers for tasks that can be handled by AI. The company aims to rethink its work processes and make significant changes to how it works with contractors, hiring, and performance reviews, all guided by the use of […]
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‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers
‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers Playasia, a popular retailer for buying video games and other Asian products, has reassured customers that video games are not manufactured in China. The Trump administration’s planned import rule changes on May 2nd will impose new tariffs on goods imported from China, but it […]
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GOG is adding some classic Star Wars games to its preservation program
GOG is adding some classic Star Wars games to its preservation program GOG is adding several classic Star Wars games to its preservation program, which aims to keep older games playable on modern systems. The newly added games include: Star Wars: Dark Forces (1995), Star Wars: X-Wing Special Edition (1993), Star Wars: TIE Fighter Special […]
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The DJI Phantom is no more
The DJI Phantom is no more DJI has announced that it will be ending support for its final two Phantom drones, the Phantom 4 Pro and Phantom 4 Advanced, on June 1st, 2025. The decision marks the end of an era for DJI’s iconic line of Phantom drones, which was first introduced in 2013 and […]
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The Verge’s 2025 Mother’s Day gift guide
The Verge’s 2025 Mother’s Day gift guide The Verge has curated a collection of Mother’s Day gift ideas that go beyond traditional flowers or cards. The gifts range from practical items like Tapo’s robot vacuum and Ohom’s self-heating mug/charger to experiences like soft serve treats. Many of the picks are designed to make mom’s day easier, while […]
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New ChatGPT ‘glazes too much,’ says Sam Altman
New ChatGPT ‘glazes too much,’ says Sam Altman OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that the latest update to GPT-4o has made the chatbot “too sycophant-y and annoying” with its uniform praise responses. The update, which promised improvements in intelligence and personality, has resulted in the chatbot giving excessive praise even when users are exhibiting symptoms […]
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A pirated iOS port of Blue Prince fooled people into paying $10
A pirated iOS port of Blue Prince fooled people into paying $10 Apple’s App Store review process failed to catch an unofficial iOS port of Blue Prince, which was available for $10 and claimed to be the official game. The pirated iOS port was removed from the App Store shortly after it was discovered, but […]
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ChatGPT is getting better for shopping
ChatGPT is getting better for shopping OpenAI has improved ChatGPT’s web search capabilities to make it a more useful tool for shopping, including displaying up-to-date prices and visual images of products. The new update provides organic results without ads or sponsored content, and partners with retailers to ensure accurate pricing information. ChatGPT can now display […]
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WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web
WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web WhatsApp is working on integrating video and voice calls into its web-based client, allowing users to make calls from any device. The feature is currently being tested with a call dropdown menu for beta testers, which has now been expanded to include camera and […]
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A pirated iOS port of Blue Prince is climbing the App Store charts
A pirated iOS port of Blue Prince is climbing the App Store charts Unofficial iOS port of Blue Prince game has appeared on App Store, despite not being officially announced by developer Dogubomb and publisher Raw Fury. The pirated version costs $9.99 and appears to be a barely-modified version of the actual game, but with […]
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Wii Homebrew Channel development shuts down over ‘stolen’ code
Wii Homebrew Channel development shuts down over ‘stolen’ code The Homebrew Channel (HBC) GitHub repository has been archived due to accusations of “stolen” code. The maintainers claim that libogc, a software toolkit used by HBC, was created using both Nintendo-made and open-source code without proper attribution or permission. HBC is a popular piece of software […]
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Neurotech companies are selling your brain data, senators warn
Neurotech companies are selling your brain data, senators warn Three Democratic senators (Chuck Schumer, Maria Cantwell, and Ed Markey) are warning that neurotech companies are selling users’ brain data without proper regulation. The senators are calling for an investigation into the handling of user data by neurotechnology companies and tighter regulations on their data-sharing policies. […]
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The Pixel Watch 2 is now on sale for $100 off
The Pixel Watch 2 is now on sale for $100 off The Pixel Watch 2 is now on sale for $149, offering a $100 discount from its usual price of $249. The latest Google Watch 3 is also available at a discounted price of $299.99, which is $50 off its usual price of $349.99. Apple […]
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These wireless headphones have ‘80s Sony Walkman vibes
These wireless headphones have ‘80s Sony Walkman vibes The Lightwear Headphones Hp1 have ’80s Sony Walkman vibes due to their minimal design, weighing only 103 grams. The headphones feature a thin and flexible headband, compact earpads, and a square housing with wireless capabilities, battery life up to 24 hours, and active noise cancellation. The Hp1 […]
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Apple’s most affordable iPad is now the cheapest it’s ever been
Apple’s most affordable iPad is now the cheapest it’s ever been The latest iPad (11th generation) is now $50 off its lowest price to date, starting at $299 for Wi-Fi models. The new iPad features Apple’s faster A16 chip, 128GB of storage, and a larger 11-inch display with more screen real estate. The tablet has […]
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Google announces a special Android event ahead of I/O
Google announces a special Android event ahead of I/O Google has announced The Android Show: I/O Edition, a special event that will take place on May 13th ahead of Google I/O. The event will be hosted by Android ecosystem president Sameer Samat and will feature updates on upcoming Android features and AI efforts. The show […]
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Illegally fired FTC commissioners on Meta, bribes, and fighting for privacy
Illegally fired FTC commissioners on Meta, bribes, and fighting for privacy The FTC commissioners discuss the need to regulate misleading claims made by companies using generative AI, emphasizing that there is no “AI exception” to existing laws. The commissioners also highlight the importance of distinguishing between what is real and what is not when interacting […]
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Google Play Games might be headed to the graveyard
Google Play Games might be headed to the graveyard Google Play Games for Android may be discontinued, as indicated by recent lack of updates to the app’s features. The Google Play Store app has been quietly updated with new features, including Gamer Profiles and the ability to “follow” other users. The Play Store can already […]
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Used by ‘Vibe Coders’, Supabase Reaches a Valuation of 2 Billion
Used by ‘Vibe Coders’, Supabase Reaches a Valuation of 2 Billion Supabase, an open-source platform for managing Postgres databases, has reached a $2 billion valuation after raising $200 million in its Series D round. The funding round was led by Accel, with contributions from Coatue, Y Combinator, Craft Ventures, Felicis, and angel investors including Kevin […]
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