Google TV started experimenting with News Briefs last month. Now it looks like Google’s considering adding News Briefs to Google TV’s Ambient Mode. It does appear that this could be an optional change, with the ability to turn it off. What’s the single biggest Google presence in your home? For a lot of us, it’s
Read MoreAnnounced on Tuesday, Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 improve massively on the original, with heart beat monitoring the biggest and most important feature addition to Apple’s audio lineup in years. And, we’ve been using them for a while. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 review: The new, updated model Initially introduced in May 2019, the Beats Powerbeats Pro
Read MoreThe United States and Britain have declined to sign an international AI declaration at a Paris summit on Tuesday, after U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance warned against over-regulation of the technology. The declaration, backed by France, China and India, calls for an “open, inclusive and ethical” approach to AI development. Vance told the AI Action
Read MoreSamsung has introduced new parental control features in One UI 7 on the Galaxy S25 series. This includes the ability to block sexually explicit and violent web content in the Samsung Internet app. It also includes a feature to set a maximum rating allowed for apps and games from the Galaxy Store. By default, Android
Read MoreAn anonymous reader quotes a report from Space.com: In a new study, researchers from China showed that two popular large language models (LLMs) could clone themselves. […] For the study, researchers used Meta’s Llama31-70B-Instruct model and Alibaba’s Qwen2.5-72B-Instruct model. While less powerful than commercial systems, both are widely used by AI developers, the researchers said.
Read MoreRecent regulatory filings suggest Sony is getting closer to launching the WH-1000XM6. The headset may feature a redesigned hinge, detachable earpads, Bluetooth 5.3 with LE Audio support, and potential battery improvements. It will reportedly come in black, silver, and blue colors. It’s been a while since Sony introduced the hit WH-1000XM5 headphones to the market,
Read MoreMacworld You know how you see a concept car from an auto manufacturer and you think “Wow! That’s so cool! I can’t wait to drive that!” and then their next car comes out and it looks like a Dodge Stratus? Okay, look, the Dodge Stratus was a fine car. (Is it a fine car? The
Read MoreSamsung quietly announced last month that its Messages app is adding the ability to edit sent messages as well as auto-delete OTP codes. In addition, the Samsung Messages app no longer redirects users to Google Messages and once again supports RCS. These changes are interesting because Samsung told us in a statement that it was
Read MoreCredit: Weibo/ColorOS Chen Xi An OPPO representative has posted a photo showing the MacOS desktop running on the Find N5 foldable. This strongly suggests that you can remotely control your Mac computer via the upcoming phone. OPPO would be joining vivo in offering this capability, but it’s unclear if this feature will come to global
Read MorePhoenix has agreed to legally binding commitments, giving the CCPC confidence to clear the acquisition. Read more: Irish competition watchdog greenlights Phoenix-Cellnex deal
Read MoreCredit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority The 1TB Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra isn’t available via US networks. You’ll need to buy the 1TB model for $1,419.99 via Samsung’s website. The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is now on sale via retailers and carriers, giving you plenty of purchase options if you’re keen on these new flagship
Read MoreDr Yensi Flores Bueso overcame institutional and societal challenges to develop a successful career in cancer research. Read more: ‘Science became my refuge’: From Honduras to a Nobel lab via Cork
Read MoreCredit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority An upcoming Google Messages update will remove the convenient SIM selector from the compose section. The setting is moving to the conversation details section, adding an extra step to the process of swapping SIMs for texting individual contacts. Google Messages is making a small change to how texting works
Read MoreWith the release of Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT integration, you can now use Siri to get AI answers from OpenAI’s service. Using Siri to get answers from ChatGPT. We previously covered how to use the ChatGPT extension in Apple’s Notes app. That article described how to install, set up, and enable Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT
Read MoreSave $70 on Apple’s latest Mac mini with an M4 chip and upgrade to 24GB of memory with this exclusive deal. Save on Apple’s M4 Mac mini with 24GB RAM. The M4 Mac mini makes a great addition to an Apple setup thanks to its compact form factor and power of the M4 chip. And
Read MoreOnePlus recently confirmed that the OnePlus Watch 3 is launching on February 18. The new smartwatch promises up to five days of battery life and a rotating crown. Hands-on images of its OPPO sibling give us a closer look at the new design. OnePlus has already had a fruitful start to the year and is
Read MoreWith Tiobe’s February 2025 rankings, the publisher of the monthly index of programming language popularity notes that fast programming languages such as C++, Go, and Rust are gaining ground. But index leader Python, described as a “slow” language by Tiobe CEO Paul Jansen, has held on to the top spot because it is easy to
Read MoreChinese automaker BYD is offering its advanced “God’s Eye” autonomous technology in mass-market EVs like the $9,500 Seagull, while expanding globally with government-backed EV initiatives. Gizmodo reports: Previously, BYD had limited its driver assistance features to higher-end models that cost more than $28,000, according to BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu. In expanding the technology to the
Read MoreWith TikTok’s U.S. ban temporarily paused, the company is encouraging Android users to sideload its app by downloading it directly from TikTok.com as an APK file, bypassing the Google Play Store. TechCrunch reports: The Android app download is being made available as an Android Package Kit, more commonly known as an APK file, which contains
Read MoreBrave Browser version 1.75 introduces “custom scriptlets,” a new feature that allows advanced users to inject their own JavaScript into websites for enhanced customization, privacy, and usability. The feature is similar to the TamperMonkey and GreaseMonkey browser extensions, notes BleepingComputer. From the report: “Starting with desktop version 1.75, advanced Brave users will be able to
Read MoreValve’s Steam Deck and its carrying case. | Image: Valve In July 2021, Valve revealed the Steam Deck, a Switch-like handheld device packed with features including a huge variety of control options, a 7-inch touchscreen, the ability to connect to external displays, and a quick suspend / resume feature. The device began shipping in February
Read MoreIn a dramatic escalation of Silicon Valley’s most heated AI rivalry, Elon Musk just announced that he’s leading a $97.4 billion bid to buy OpenAI’s nonprofit arm, according to The Wall Street Journal. The bid was reportedly delivered to the board Monday morning. The offer brings together a powerful coalition of backers, including Musk’s own
Read MoreCredit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority The Google One AI Premium plan now gives you access to the advanced version of Google’s AI-powered note-taking and research tool. NotebookLM Plus helps you organize, analyze, and summarize your notes and can even generate podcast-style audio discussions based on your notes. Google has also introduced a 50% student
Read MoreApple has released updates with security fixes for its operating systems, bringing them up to iOS 18.3.1, iPadOS 18.3.1, watchOS 11.3.1, macOS Sequoia 15.3.1, and visionOS 2.3.1. Updates for macOS, iPadOS, and iOS While the main attention is on the major updates to Apple’s operating systems, it also introduces minor point releases from time to
Read MoreIn a continued shuffling of the top ranks at Sonos, chief marketing officer Jordan Saxemard has exited the company. His departure is effective immediately. The news was announced during an internal call on Monday. Lindsay Whitworth, who has been at Sonos for over 20 years, will lead the brand’s marketing on an interim basis. Internally,
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