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DJI’s new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the sky
DJI’s new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the sky DJI has released a new drone speaker accessory called the Zenmuse V1 speaker, designed for public safety and emergency applications. The speaker can broadcast sound at up to 127 decibels at 1 meter, equivalent to the sound level of a jet taking off, […]
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Anker’s new UV printer can create fake wood and paint textures on various materials
Anker’s new UV printer can create fake wood and paint textures on various materials Anker’s eufyMake UV Printer E1 is a personal-use 3D-texture printer that can create fake wood and paint textures on various materials, including paper, glass, metal, leather, and acrylic. The printer uses ultraviolet light to cure and dry ink, producing prints that […]
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Trump administration decides to fund CVE cybersecurity tracker after all
Trump administration decides to fund CVE cybersecurity tracker after all The US government has decided to fund the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) cybersecurity tracker program after all. The CVE program, which tracks cybersecurity vulnerabilities globally, was set to expire on April 16th due to its contract with MITRE expiring. MITRE announced an initiative to […]
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TikTok is getting its own version of community notes
TikTok is getting its own version of community notes TikTok has announced “Footnotes,” its own version of community notes, which allows users to contribute to moderation and add relevant information to content on the platform. US users can apply to become Footnotes contributors starting today, as long as they meet TikTok’s requirements, including being 18 […]
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A first look at Microsoft’s new Xbox Copilot
A first look at Microsoft’s new Xbox Copilot Xbox Copilot for Gaming is an early version being tested by Microsoft employees, which will eventually be available across multiple devices. The feature allows users to access their recent Xbox achievements, get game recommendations based on play history, and ask for tips about completing games. Users can […]
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Spotify is down
Spotify is down Spotify is currently experiencing widespread outages across the US and Europe, preventing users from loading or streaming music. The issues are affecting the Spotify web player, desktop app, and iOS app, with some users reporting black screens or inability to play songs. Downdetector reports a spike in US outages, while an outage […]
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Patreon is getting livestreaming
Patreon is getting livestreaming Patreon is launching a new feature that allows creators to offer live video streams directly on the platform, starting this week for select creators in an early access test. The feature will be available on both mobile and desktop apps, allowing creators to choose whether their streams are free or only […]
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Aura’s new Aspen looks even more like a traditional photo frame
Aura’s new Aspen looks even more like a traditional photo frame Aura Home’s new digital photo frame, Aspen, features a traditional photo frame design with a 12-inch anti-glare display and a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Aspen has an adjustable stand that works in both horizontal and portrait modes, allowing for flexibility in placement. The frame […]
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Nvidia’s latest GPU drivers fix lots of bugs and crashes
Nvidia’s latest GPU drivers fix lots of bugs and crashes Nvidia has released its latest GPU driver (576.02) that addresses widespread bugs and crashes, including black screens, game crashes, and stability issues. The new driver fixes a range of problems, including stability issues with Windows 11 version 24H2, BSODs when playing DLSS 4 games, and […]
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In pursuit of a viral, five-year-old compact camera
In pursuit of a viral, five-year-old compact camera The Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III is a highly sought-after compact camera that has become nearly impossible to find in stock. The camera was released in 2019 and features high-end specs, including a big sensor, manual controls, and a decent lens. The G7 X III’s popularity […]
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Microsoft lets Copilot Studio use a computer on its own
Microsoft lets Copilot Studio use a computer on its own Microsoft has enabled a new “computer use” feature for Copilot Studio, allowing AI agents to interact with websites and desktop applications. This feature enables agents to perform tasks such as data entry, market research, and invoice processing, even when there is no API available to […]
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BougeRV’s electric wagon is the uphill king and downhill menace
BougeRV’s electric wagon is the uphill king and downhill menace BougeRV’s Electric Foldable Wagon has revolutionized the way I carry heavy loads over steep hills, making it effortless and efficient. The wagon’s motor and design allow for smooth uphill navigation, but its downhill performance can be a bit of a challenge. Priced at $399.99, the […]
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Skullcandy partners with Bose for its new $99 ANC earbuds
Skullcandy partners with Bose for its new $99 ANC earbuds Skullcandy has partnered with Bose to create its new Method 360 ANC earbuds, which feature licensed technology and audio tuning for a premium audio experience. The earbuds come with a sliding charging case design that boosts battery life from 11 hours to 40 hours, and […]
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Here are the best AirPods deals you can get right now
Here are the best AirPods deals you can get right now The latest AirPods Pro are on sale for $189.99 ($60 off), one of the best prices seen in recent months. The AirPods 4, a pair of wireless earbuds with improved audio performance and comfort, are available at their lowest price yet: $119 for the […]
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ChatGPT now has a section for your AI-generated images
ChatGPT now has a section for your AI-generated images OpenAI is introducing an image library to ChatGPT, allowing users to access their AI-generated images in one place. The new “Library” section will be available on mobile and web for Free, Plus, and Pro users, starting today. The feature allows users to view a grid of […]
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The CVE program for tracking security flaws is about to lose federal funding
The CVE program for tracking security flaws is about to lose federal funding The CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) program, used by major companies to track security flaws, will lose federal funding starting April 16th. The CVE program, developed and operated by MITRE, a federally funded organization, has been tracking publicly disclosed cybersecurity vulnerabilities since […]
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Meta’s antitrust trial slide redactions aren’t actually hiding anything
Meta’s antitrust trial slide redactions aren’t actually hiding anything Meta’s opening statement slides from its FTC antitrust hearing have been found to have easily removable redactions. The redactions, which were intended to hide sensitive information, actually reveal details about Meta’s competitors and their success stories. A comparison slide shows that Apple’s Messages app is similar […]
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Mark Zuckerberg suggested spinning off Instagram
Mark Zuckerberg suggested spinning off Instagram Mark Zuckerberg suggested spinning off Instagram as a separate company around 2018, citing the potential for increased performance after break-up. Zuckerberg’s internal memo was displayed in court during his testimony in an FTC anti-monopoly case against Meta. Meta acquired Instagram in 2012 and WhatsApp in 2014, with Zuckerberg sensing […]
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Anthropic is reportedly launching a voice AI you can speak to
Anthropic is reportedly launching a voice AI you can speak to Anthropic is reportedly launching a voice AI feature that can be spoken to, which could rival OpenAI’s similar option within ChatGPT. The new “voice mode” will live within Anthropic’s Claude AI chatbot and may start rolling out as soon as this month. Anthropic plans […]
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Google Search is going to be google.com globally
Google Search is going to be google.com globally Google will redirect country code top-level domain names (ccTLD) for Google Search to google.com globally over the coming months. The change aims to “streamline people’s experience on Search” and will not affect how Search works or national laws. Users may be prompted to re-enter some of their […]
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Amazon’s latest Fire HD tablets are now on sale starting at $95
Amazon’s latest Fire HD tablets are now on sale starting at $95 Amazon’s latest Fire HD tablets are now on sale starting at $95, offering discounts of up to $75 off the original prices. The 32GB model of the Fire HD 10 tablet is currently available for $94.99, while the 64GB model can be had […]
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Google’s geothermal energy ambitions are growing
Google’s geothermal energy ambitions are growing Google has signed its first geothermal energy purchase agreement for Taiwan, marking a significant step towards reducing its planet-heating emissions and matching its electricity use with carbon-free energy purchases by 2030. The deal, inked with international geothermal developer Baseload Capital, will add 10 megawatts of carbon-free energy to Taiwan’s […]
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Google rolls out its AI video generator to Gemini Advanced subscribers
Google rolls out its AI video generator to Gemini Advanced subscribers Google has rolled out its AI video generator, Veo 2, to Gemini Advanced subscribers, allowing them to create high-resolution clips with “cinematic realism”. Veo 2 outputs videos in an MP4 format and can be shared directly on TikTok and YouTube through the “share” button, […]
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Anthropic launches research tool and Google Workspace integration
Anthropic launches research tool and Google Workspace integration Anthropic launches two major features: Research and Google Workspace integration. The company’s AI assistant, Claude, now integrates directly with Gmail, Google Calendar, and Documents, making it a frontline workplace assistant. Claude can automatically pull together meeting notes, identify action items, and search relevant documents for additional context. […]
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Google must stop favoring Search and Chrome on Android in Japan
Google must stop favoring Search and Chrome on Android in Japan Google has been ordered by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) to stop favoring Google Search and Chrome on Android devices. The JFTC found that Google had made deals with at least six different Android phone makers since July 2020, which included sharing revenue and […]
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OpenAI is building a social network
OpenAI is building a social network OpenAI is reportedly building its own social network, similar to X, with an internal prototype focused on ChatGPT’s image generation capabilities. The project is still in early stages, and CEO Sam Altman has been seeking feedback from outsiders about the plan. It’s unclear whether OpenAI will release the social […]
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Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans
Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans Xfinity internet customers can now choose a five-year price lock-in for their plans, which won’t require an annual contract. The price lock-in applies to Xfinity’s internet plans ranging from $55 to $105 per month, with unlimited data and a modem/router combo included. Comcast has also […]
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Notion Mail is a minimalist but powerful take on email
Notion Mail is a minimalist but powerful take on email Notion Mail is a minimalist yet powerful email app that aims to compete with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace as part of Notion’s suite of work tools. The app features AI-powered organization, allowing users to automatically sort emails into categories like promotional emails or calendar […]
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Leaked images suggest Oblivion remaster coming soon
Leaked images suggest Oblivion remaster coming soon Leaked images suggest that an Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered announcement is imminent. The images, found on Virtuous’ website files and still available on imgur, show side-by-side comparisons between the original game and its remaster. Rumors of an Oblivion remaster surfaced in 2023, as part of a Microsoft […]
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Why Doctor Who’s latest robot threat is a dangerous AI: ‘this is what’s happening’
Why Doctor Who’s latest robot threat is a dangerous AI: ‘this is what’s happening’ The new season of Doctor Who introduces an army of killer machines from another planet, highlighting the dangers of artificial intelligence. The show’s creator, Russell T. Davies, believes that AI-powered robots like these are a threat to humanity and should be […]
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