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Late last year, following a court ruling that forced Google to allow other publishers to sell things via their own apps, Microsoft announced that it began working to allow Xbox users to purchase games via the official Xbox app. That work now seems complete, with the functionality rolling out to beta users soon. Soon to … Continued
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OpenAI might be a poster-child of the AI industry, but as the hype starts to cool and other major players slow their advances, questions arise about where profitability might be found in this new AI revolution. Read more ›
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Walmart said it managed to avoid some of the price hikes it expected last quarter, but its costs continue to increase each week. Read more ›
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A group of five New York judges struck down the fines issued by the trial court, finding it excessive — but couldn't agree on much else. Read more ›
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As the US birth rate continues to decline, employers, universities, and the entire economy is already scrambling to bridge the gap. Read more ›
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The Trump administration has ruled out deploying US troops on the ground in Ukraine, but officials suggest Washington could provide air support. Read more ›
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The monthly price of Apple TV+ is increasing to $12.99 per month in the U.S., according to 9to5Mac's Benjamin Mayo. Apple TV+ cost just $4.99 per month in the U.S. when it launched in 2019, but the price has now increased three times. The price went up to $6.99 per month in 2022, and then to $9.99 per month in 2023, and now the service costs $12.99 per month. The... Read more ›
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As NASA grapples with major proposed budget cuts and losing some of its most brilliant minds, America’s willingness to look outward is also at risk. Read more ›
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The Redmi Note 15 series is now official in China, and the two Pro models arrive with several improvements over their predecessors in key areas, including the display, chipset, and battery capacity. Redmi Note 15 Pro/Pro+ Note 15 Pro and Note 15 Pro+ share the same 6.83-inch AMOLED display with 1,280 x 2,772 px resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and 3,200 nits peak local brightness. The panel offers 12-bit color... Read more ›
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Hank Green's "Focus Friend" asks users to put down their phone for 15 minutes so their bean friend has time to knit. I decided to give it a try. Read more ›
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Apple TV+'s monthly price is rising 30%. The streamer is cheaper than its ad-free peers, but YouTube and other free options have been taking share. Read more ›
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Energy-starved countries on the continent have reluctantly turned to coal and gas for decades. Cheap Chinese solar panels are now finally changing the calculus. Read more ›
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Dawn of War 4 is back, and I'm feeling pretty good about it. You can read my full thoughts on actually playing it - or really, playing the one available skirmish about six times over and over - in our big Dawn of War 4 preview, but alongside that hands-on time we also had a virtual sit-down with DoW 4's brand new development team. Read more Read more ›
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The U.S. is drifting away from science and climate reality. So why does life seem so normal? Read more ›
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Chinese smartphone maker Vivo on Thursday unveiled its first mixed reality headset, the "Vivo Vision," and the photocopiers in Dongguan appear to have been working overtime. The device "launched" as an in-store experience across mainland China today, featuring design elements that clearly ape Apple's Vision Pro. It's got a curved glass front visor, downward-pointing cameras, removable fabric light seals in four sizes, eight foam padding options, a knitted rear strap,... Read more ›
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A Polish general said early evidence points to the drone having a Chinese engine, and that it was likely "flying very low" to avoid radar. Read more ›
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If today wasn’t fun enough, Google has released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices. It’s available for the Pixel 9 series back to the Pixel 6 series, bringing a lot of new things to check out. Highlights in the changelog include an expanded dark theme, auto-themed app icons(!), smoother Android migrations, and plenty … Continued Read the original post: Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 Released for Pixel Devices Read more ›
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The story of Google’s hardware going forward is almost never going to be about how good the actual hardware is. While Google continues to improve designs and materials used and the specs inside of its phones, like the new Pixel 10 series, the company is currently focused on Gemini and AI and what that technology can … Continued Read the original post: Here’s the Craziest New AI Features in the... Read more ›
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We are currently waiting on official details from OnePlus concerning its next flagship device, rumored to be the OnePlus 15. While we have heard things like big battery and super fast charging, the latest detail has to do with the display. A bit more specifically, the display’s refresh rate. According to a report based on … Continued Read the original post: OnePlus 15 Reported With Display Packing 165Hz Refresh Rate Read more ›
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Several anti-customer changes from Verizon in recent weeks have not sat well with their vocal, very-much-online customer base. We’ve documented the conversation plenty from the minute the changes started rolling out, but a fresh question popped up this week that has brought it all back to the forefront. Verizon customers explain why they are leaving: … Continued Read the original post: Why is Everyone Leaving Verizon? Read more ›
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I’ve been going about my days, assuming that nearly all Android users are now using gesture navigation. I won’t put an exact percentage on it, but at least the majority of users, right? The gesture navigation found on Android has gotten very fluid over the years, and when compared to the rigidness of the antiquated … Continued Read the original post: Pixel Owner Finally Tries Gestures and Instantly Mindblown Read more ›
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Google has brought back its Pixel Watch line for a 4th year, this time as the Pixel Watch 4. Like with the launch of the Pixel Watch 3, we are once again getting two sizes, as well as a couple of noteworthy upgrades that might get you to slap one on the wrist. For the … Continued Read the original post: Pixel Watch 4 Official at $349 With Chip Upgrade,... Read more ›
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All of that unofficial drip can stop – Google has fully revealed the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL today. We now know the price, specs, release date, and so many of the new features without having to question what is or isn’t correct. We know everything about the Pixel 10 … Continued Read the original post: Pixel 10 Series Official at $799, Launches With Tensor... Read more ›
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This hardware announcement may slip under the radar some after Google just showed off the Pixel 10 series and the Pixel Watch 4, but I wouldn’t sleep on them. The Pixel Buds 2a are official and have some really nice upgrades over the original A-series buds. The price isn’t bad either. Pixel Buds 2a price, … Continued Read the original post: Pixel Buds 2a Official at $129 With ANC, Gemini,... Read more ›
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As a part of the wave of Pixel hardware announcements from today, Google also previewed the future of Fitbit that includes both a redesigned app (dark mode!) and their new personal health coach, which is powered by AI and will attempt to “help you be your best.” New Fitbit app with dark mode: Before we … Continued Read the original post: Fitbit Finally Gets New App With Dark Mode, Also... Read more ›
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Google’s big hardware day once again includes 4 phones you’ll be able to buy, one of which is a foldable that is both expensive and improved. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the follow-up to last year’s excellent Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and Google even found some ways to make us wonder if we need … Continued Read the original post: Pixel 10 Pro Fold Official at $1,799 and Ships... Read more ›
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