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Mark Zuckerberg is planning a premium tier and ads for Meta’s AI app
Mark Zuckerberg is planning a premium tier and ads for Meta’s AI app Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg plans to introduce a premium tier for its AI app, similar to rivals like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. The premium tier will offer users more compute or additional functionality, with Meta aiming to compete with ChatGPT and other […]
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Sketchy rumors hint at an iPhone desktop mode
Sketchy rumors hint at an iPhone desktop mode There are rumors that Apple may be working on an iPhone desktop mode, allowing users to extend their screen space when connected to an external display. The rumored feature would provide a Stage Manager-like interface, similar to what’s already available on iPadOS, but with limitations such as […]
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Here are our favorite deals from Amazon’s annual gaming sale
Here are our favorite deals from Amazon’s annual gaming sale Amazon’s annual Gaming Week sale offers various deals on gaming essentials, including headsets, mice, games, and streaming equipment. The Razer BlackShark V2 wired headset is on sale for $35.99 ($15 off), while a Meta Quest 3 bundle with a carrying case and Batman: Arkham Shadow […]
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Microsoft reports strong cloud growth in Q3 earnings
Microsoft reports strong cloud growth in Q3 earnings Microsoft reported strong cloud growth in Q3, with overall Microsoft Cloud revenue reaching $42.4 billion, up 20% year-over-year. The company’s net income increased by 18%, driven largely by cloud growth, and revenue beat Wall Street expectations, coming in at $70.1 billion. Microsoft’s gaming segment saw a decline […]
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Nintendo limits a game-sharing loophole as it introduces Virtual Game Cards
Nintendo limits a game-sharing loophole as it introduces Virtual Game Cards Nintendo has introduced Virtual Game Cards to share digital games on the Switch, but also closed a loophole that allowed simultaneous online play. The old system, which still exists as an option, no longer allows two people to play shared games online at the […]
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YouTube is testing blurred thumbnails for ‘mature content’
YouTube is testing blurred thumbnails for ‘mature content’ YouTube is testing a new feature that blurs thumbnails for mature content search results. The feature aims to provide safer search experiences for all users, particularly younger or unsuspecting viewers. The test rollout will blur thumbnails for searches with “sexual themes” but leave the video title, channel […]
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Kia reveals pricing for its first electric PV5 van with UK preorders
Kia reveals pricing for its first electric PV5 van with UK preorders Kia has announced pricing for its first electric PV5 van, starting at £32,995 (approximately $44,000) with a standard range battery. The PV5 will be available in two trim levels: “Essential” and “Plus”, with the latter featuring a long-range battery, alloy wheels, and additional […]
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Duolingo said it just doubled its language courses thanks to AI
Duolingo said it just doubled its language courses thanks to AI Duolingo has doubled its language courses to 148 new ones, thanks to the use of generative AI, which allowed them to create and launch these courses in less than a year. The company’s “shared content” system enables employees to make a base course and […]
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Google’s Play Store lost nearly half its apps
Google’s Play Store lost nearly half its apps Google’s Play Store has lost nearly half its apps since the beginning of last year, shedding around 1.8 million titles to leave approximately 3.4 million remaining. The decline reflects Google’s efforts to crack down on spammy and low-quality apps, including more thorough app reviews and requiring developers […]
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The AI future: Revolutionizing global higher education (and everything else)
The AI future: Revolutionizing global higher education (and everything else) Artificial Intelligence (AI) will revolutionize global higher education by transforming how students learn, institutions operate, and knowledge is delivered. The AI future will bring about significant changes in the way universities are structured, taught, and assessed, with a focus on personalized learning and adaptive curricula. […]
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OpenAI says its GPT-4o update could be ‘uncomfortable, unsettling, and cause distress’
OpenAI says its GPT-4o update could be ‘uncomfortable, unsettling, and cause distress’ OpenAI has rolled back an update to its GPT-4o model for ChatGPT due to concerns that it caused the chatbot’s default personality to be overly flattering and sycophantic. The company had introduced the update last week, aiming to improve the model’s default personality, […]
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Google confirms it’s close to getting Gemini support on iPhones
Google confirms it’s close to getting Gemini support on iPhones Google is close to striking a deal with Apple to integrate Gemini into the iPhone, with plans to roll out by the end of 2025. The integration would allow Siri to call on Gemini to answer more complex questions, similar to the integration with OpenAI’s […]
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WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud
WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud WhatsApp is developing a new feature called “Private Processing” that allows users to interact with Meta AI in private, secure chats. The feature uses a third-party provider for OHTTP protocol to obscure user IP addresses and prevent attackers from targeting users without compromising the system. […]
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FTC v. Meta live: updates from the battle for Instagram and WhatsApp
FTC v. Meta live: updates from the battle for Instagram and WhatsApp Meta is facing an existential antitrust trial, where it’s being sued by the FTC to unwind its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC alleges that Meta sought to extinguish Instagram and WhatsApp as threats to its dominance in the social media market. […]
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Yale’s new smart lock can disarm your ADT security system with your fingerprint
Yale’s new smart lock can disarm your ADT security system with your fingerprint The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave integrates directly with ADT Plus security system to unlock doors and disarm systems using fingerprint recognition. The lock uses a new, more secure method for managing passwords and PIN codes within a Z-Wave network, […]
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Nvidia’s new tool can turn 3D scenes into AI images
Nvidia’s new tool can turn 3D scenes into AI images Nvidia has launched a new tool called Nvidia AI Blueprint for 3D-guided generative AI, available to download today. The tool allows developers to generate AI images by creating them in 3D using Blender and then using Black Forest Lab’s FLUX.1 image generator. Users can manually […]
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Meta tightens privacy policy around Ray-Ban glasses to boost AI training
Meta tightens privacy policy around Ray-Ban glasses to boost AI training Meta is making changes to its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses’ privacy policy to boost AI training. The company will now frequently analyze camera footage unless users disable “Hey Meta” and opt out of voice recording storage. The new policy means that voice recordings are […]
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Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade
Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade Rad Power Bikes has announced an upgrade to its best-selling RadRunner utility bike lineup, featuring enhanced weather protection, rear-facing radar detection, and a new digital key for added security. The company’s newest addition is the RadRunner Max, a Class 3 pedal-assist e-bike with a […]
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Forensics tool ‘reanimates’ the ‘brains’ of AIs that fail in order to understand what went wrong
Forensics tool ‘reanimates’ the ‘brains’ of AIs that fail in order to understand what went wrong A new forensics tool called AI Psychiatry can “reanimate” failed AIs to understand what went wrong, helping investigators identify causes of failures and vulnerabilities. The system uses forensic algorithms to isolate data behind an AI’s decision-making, then reassembles it […]
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AI is giving a boost to efforts to monitor health via radar
AI is giving a boost to efforts to monitor health via radar Radar technology is being developed to enable non-contact health monitoring, allowing for remote vital sign tracking without physical contact. The use of radar has several advantages over other technologies, including its ability to penetrate through blankets and clothing, and its independence from lighting […]
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Would you wear a smart ring that proves you’re not a cheater?
Would you wear a smart ring that proves you’re not a cheater? The RAW Ring is a smart ring that aims to catch cheating partners in the act by tracking biometric data. The ring would use AI-generated insights to detect changes in heart rate, skin conductance, and other physiological signals that may indicate infidelity. The […]
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This surprisingly competent laptop doubles as a gaming handheld
This surprisingly competent laptop doubles as a gaming handheld The GPD Win Max 2 is a surprisingly competent laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld, offering an array of ports and a portable computing experience. The device has a compact design, making it easy to type on and navigate Windows, despite some ergonomic compromises. The […]
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Raycast brings its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS, sort of
Raycast brings its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS, sort of Raycast, a powerful Mac launcher, has finally arrived on iOS, albeit in a more limited form. The app’s developers had to figure out what features to include and how to adapt them for mobile devices, which was a challenge in itself. The first iteration of […]
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GPD Win Max 2 review: a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld
GPD Win Max 2 review: a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld The GPD Win Max 2 is a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld, offering an array of ports and a portable computing experience. The device plays games as well or better than popular gaming handhelds […]
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New York City wants subway cameras to predict ‘trouble’ before it happens
New York City wants subway cameras to predict ‘trouble’ before it happens New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is exploring the use of AI systems to predict and prevent crime on its subway platforms. The MTA aims to develop a system that can alert the NYPD before any crime has been committed, using cameras […]
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ChatGPT Will Include Non Ad-Driven Product Recommendations on Its Search Results
ChatGPT Will Include Non Ad-Driven Product Recommendations on Its Search Results OpenAI has upgraded its web search tool ChatGPT to include shopping features and product recommendations, which are not driven by ads. The shopping outcomes will be based on structured metadata from third-party sources, including pricing, product descriptions, and reviews. These products can appear in […]
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Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2
Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2 Nintendo has released a new update (V20.0.0) for the original Switch, preparing it for the upcoming Switch 2 release on June 5th. The update adds features like Home menu buttons for Virtual Game Cards and GameShare, which can only be used between two […]
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EA lays off staff and cancels a Titanfall game
EA lays off staff and cancels a Titanfall game Electronic Arts (EA) has laid off between 300-400 staff members as part of a restructuring effort. EA has also canceled a game set in the Titanfall universe, codenamed R7, which was being developed by Respawn Entertainment. Respawn Entertainment, the studio behind Apex Legends and Star Wars […]
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Lyft’s AI ‘Earnings Assistant’ offers ideas about how drivers can make more money
Lyft’s AI ‘Earnings Assistant’ offers ideas about how drivers can make more money Lyft has launched an AI chatbot tool called “Earnings Assistant” to help drivers optimize their time on the road and make more money. The Earnings Assistant feature offers personalized plans based on factors like airport arrivals, local events, and traffic patterns. Drivers […]
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Snapchat scraps ‘simple’ redesign as it loses users in North America
Snapchat scraps ‘simple’ redesign as it loses users in North America Snapchat has scrapped its plans to simplify its design after losing 1 million users in North America, citing user preference for a five-tab layout. The company had previously tested a “Simple Snapchat” redesign that would have removed certain features, but saw reduced usage and […]
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