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Google Photos has officially begun removing several “hidden” gesture-based editing shortcuts within its Android application. These intuitive interactions, which allowed users to quickly access advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools directly on an image, are being phased out in favor of a more standardized menu-driven experience. The Removal of Intuitive Gestures Until recently, Google Photos on Android featured a suite of gestures that made complex editing feel remarkably fluid. Users could […]
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A PG&E Corp. unit has bought a San Jose building in a move to bolster the utility's South Bay operations. Read more ›
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A few days ago, Google announced Gemini Intelligence, which seems to be more than just a rebranding effort. It’s actually an impressive set of features that, among other things, can automate multi-step tasks and execute them entirely in the background on its own, including things like sourcing and transforming information and interacting with various apps and websites autonomously on your behalf. There is even a “Rambler” component coming to Gboard... Read more ›
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The GameSir G8+ MFi is a USB-C mobile controller with official Apple certification, Hall effect thumbsticks and triggers, swappable components, and vibration motors. Read more ›
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An anonymous reader shared this report from Electrek: A Nevada utility just told 49,000 Lake Tahoe residents that it's redirecting 75% of their electricity supply to data centers, and they have less than a year to find a new power source. It's one of the starkest examples yet of the AI boom's impact on everyday Americans... NV Energy needs the capacity for data centers being built by Google, Apple, and... Read more ›
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The Trump Mobile T1, which was supposed to launch in 2025, may actually be a modified version of a 2024 phone. Read more ›
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This is a rather interesting development for sure, but for whatever reason, Samsung has already shipped an update containing Android’s May security patches to the Galaxy A55 and is now doing the same for the Galaxy A54. Meanwhile, this author’s personal Galaxy S26 Ultra is still running patches from April 5 as of writing this article. We snooped around in the changelog for the update just out of curiosity. Perhaps... Read more ›
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Disney recently celebrated its 'Week of Wishes' with Make-A-Wish, including a rare behind-the-scenes visit to Imagineering for Eli, a 12-year-old robotics fan who explored how Imagineers use robotics, animatronics, reinforcement learning, and immersive systems for storytelling. Read more ›
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The rollout of the stable One UI 8.5 update has triggered significant frustration among Samsung Galaxy S25 users. Despite months of marketing positioning the update as a milestone for the “Galaxy AI” ecosystem, the final release reportedly lacks several key features currently exclusive to the newer Galaxy S26 series. Beta Testers Highlight “Controlled Downgrading” The most vocal critics are former beta testers who noted that several functionalities, which performed reliably... Read more ›
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Meta has officially ceased support for manual end-to-end encryption (E2EE) within Instagram’s Direct Messages (DMs). As of May 8, the feature is no longer available, and the company has begun the process of deleting encrypted chat histories. This move signals a shift in Meta’s strategy, as it encourages users seeking high-level privacy to transition their conversations to WhatsApp. The decision to remove the protection stems from low user engagement; according... Read more ›
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Cloudflare, a prominent internet infrastructure and security firm, has announced the layoff of approximately 1,100 employees, representing 20% of its global workforce. The decision comes despite the company reporting its strongest financial quarter to date, with revenue reaching $639.8 million—a 34% increase compared to the previous year. While the company still reported a net loss of $62 million, its future contract backlog exceeds $2.5 billion, suggesting robust business health. CEO... Read more ›
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NASA engineers recently resolved an unusual mechanical challenge on Mars after the Curiosity rover became immobilized for six days. The veteran explorer, which has traversed the Martian surface for over thirteen years, encountered a particularly stubborn rock that jammed its primary drilling mechanism, halting mission progress in late April. The complication began on April 25 during a routine sampling operation. The rover was targeting a rock dubbed “Atacama” by the... Read more ›
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A recent, unannounced update to Google’s security infrastructure has begun restricting internet access for users utilizing alternative, privacy-centric operating systems. According to reports from the International Cyber Digest, individuals who have modified their mobile devices to avoid data tracking are being flagged as suspicious by websites employing Google’s latest verification tools. The Shift from reCAPTCHA to Cloud Fraud Defense The issue stems from the deployment of Cloud Fraud Defense, a... Read more ›
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Targeting the high-end U.S. creative market, ASUS has announced the launch of two new flagship monitors: the ProArt Display OLED PA27USD and PA32USD. Designed specifically for professional video editing and high-stakes post-production, these displays combine cutting-edge QD-OLED technology with high-speed performance and precision calibration tools. Visual Performance and Precision The lineup features a 26.5-inch model (PA27USD) and a 31.5-inch model (PA32USD), both boasting 4K resolution and advanced QD-OL Read more ›
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DJI, a global leader in drone technology, has officially launched the Romo 2 series, marking a significant expansion into the smart home appliance sector. This new lineup, consisting of the Romo P2 and Romo A2, leverages DJI’s expertise in autonomous navigation and artificial intelligence to offer a high-performance cleaning solution. Advanced Navigation and AI Integration According to GizmoChina, the Romo 2 series utilizes a sophisticated navigation system derived from DJI’s... Read more ›
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During a commencement ceremony for the University of Central Florida on May 8, guest speaker Gloria Caulfield was met with vocal opposition from the graduating class after she characterized artificial intelligence as a pivotal societal shift. Caulfield, the Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Tavistock Group, was addressing graduates from the College of Arts and Humanities and the Nicholson School of Communication and Media. The incident occurred when she attempted... Read more ›
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In a move that has sparked widespread user frustration, Reddit has begun implementing blocks on its mobile website, forcing visitors to download the official Reddit app. Users accessing the site via mobile browsers like Safari or Chrome have reported encountering an undismissable popup stating they must “get the app to keep using Reddit.” A spokesperson for the company clarified that this is currently a test targeting a subset of frequent,... Read more ›
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NHS England (NHSE) is set to grant staff from Palantir and other external consultancies “admin” roles providing broad access to identifiable patient data. This shift, reported bythe Financial Times, involves the National Data Integration Tenant (NDIT), a repository where data is held before being pseudonymized for wider system use. Shift in Data Access Policy Previously, individuals working with the NDIT were required to apply for specific data access approvals on... Read more ›
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