Snap is getting ready to show off a new pair of augmented reality glasses, according to a new report in The Verge. The glasses would be the fifth-generation of Spectacles, and the second pair to have augmented reality capabilities. CEO Evan Spiegel will reportedly unveil the glasses at the companyâs upcoming Partner Summit event on September 17. The company last introduced a pair of AR glasses in 2021. The glasses... Read more âș
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This is a story about serendipity and probability. Nicole He met Arnaud De Bock while waiting in line for the bathroom at a GDC developer party in 2019. She was giving a talk on voice technology in art and games based on her work as a creative technologist, her portfolio filled with interactive projects like the True Love Tinder Robot, Garden Friends, ENHANCE.COMPUTER and Soylent Dick. De Bock was working... Read more âș
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Peloton is in something of a financial rut lately, and we all know what companies do when that happens. They take it out on consumers. To that end, the exercise machine maker just announced it will be charging a $95 âused equipment activation feeâ to anyone who buys one of its machines on the secondhand market, according to a report by CNBC. The company made this announcement in its Q4... Read more âș
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A million different online multiplayer games seem to arrive each week, but good games you can play on the couch with a buddy arenât as common. If youâre looking for a suggestion, weâve rounded up a selection of our favorite couch co-op games below, from 2D platformers and lengthy RPGs to chill puzzlers and intense shooters. Just be aware that weâve limited our selection to genuine co-op experiences, not games... Read more âș
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Home security devices can give us peace of mind, but they don't always come cheaply. That's why we're excited to see Ring's Pan-Tilt Indoor Camera finally go on sale. The device, which launched at the end of May, is down to $60 from $80 â a 25 percent discount. The only catch: the sale is just available on the black and white models, leaving the Blush, Charcoal and Starlight options... Read more âș
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If there's one thing that's guaranteed in the world of social media, it's that platforms are going to copy each other's features. However, the newest iteration of this is still surprising, to say the least. Instagram has announced a new music feature that allows you to attach a song to your profile a la Myspace. Instagram has copied MySpace, a platform that peaked long before Instagram ever existed, and arguably... Read more âș
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For the first half of Androidâs existence, Google was happy simply being in charge of the OS while other manufacturers built a massive ecosystem of devices. Things changed in 2016 with the launch of the original Pixel, a phone that married the companyâs hardware and software designs. But even that combo wasnât enough to immediately catapult Googleâs flagship to the front of the pack. However, between the continued evolution of... Read more âș
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Neuralink has published an update on the second patient in its early human trials, and it said that "promisingly," it has "observed no thread retraction" in the participant. The Elon Musk-led startup implants a chip into the human brain, allowing paralyzed patients to control devices, browse the internet and play video games with their thoughts. It implanted a chip into its first patient back in January, and while the procedure... Read more âș
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UK tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, 59, has been confirmed dead after multiple days of search and rescue efforts, multiple news agencies report. The 183-foot super-yacht, Bayesian, capsized off the coast of Sicily around 5 AM local time on Monday morning during a violent storm. Lynch was one of 22 individuals on board, including passengers and crew, with 15 individuals rescued and one body found immediately following the events. Five more... Read more âș
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Whether youâre into shooters, fighting games or immersive RPGs, thereâs something for every Xbox owner out there. While Microsoftâs first-party output has been a bit slim lately, the company has been on a tear acquiring the likes of Bethesda and Activision Blizzard, as well as pumping up the amount of worthwhile titles in its Game Pass subscription service. The result is a plethora of games to choose from, which can... Read more âș
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In January, calls using an AI-generated voice imitating President Biden instructed voters not to take part in the New Hampshire Primary. Now, as the 2024 election nears, the Federal Communications Commission is sending a message by further cracking down on those responsible for the Biden deepfake. Lingo Telecom, which transmitted the fraudulent calls, will pay the FCC a $1 million civil penalty and must demonstrate and implement a compliance plan.... Read more âș
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Google is selling its ultra-premium Pixel 9 Pro in two sizes, but itâs not the size that counts here. Instead, itâs the suite of AI features Google hopes will revolutionize how you use your phone. The Morning Afterâs Mat Smith has spent plenty of time with both handsets to work out if theyâre good enough to justify your cash. He explores headline features, like Gemini Advanced, as well as the... Read more âș
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As a college student today, you'll need certain tech to get your work done â key among the bunch being a solid laptop for college. But there are other gadgets that can make your academic life easier, and in some cases, more fun. If you're looking to stay organized, produce better work and enjoy your down time on and off campus, picking up a few important devices before you start... Read more âș
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Google has reached a deal with California lawmakers to fund local news in the state after previously protesting a proposed law that would have required it to pay media outlets. Under the terms of the deal, Google will commit tens of millions of dollars to a fund supporting local news as well as an AI âaccelerator programâ in the state. The agreement ends a months-long dispute between lawmakers and Google... Read more âș
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YouTube added a new AI assistant feature that allows users who have been hacked to recover their accounts and safeguard them from future invasions. An announcement for the new help feature appeared earlier today on Googleâs support page for YouTube. The new âhacked channel assistant,â available on YouTube, will allow âeligible creatorsâ a way to troubleshoot their accounts when theyâve been hacked. The feature can be accessed in the YouTube... Read more âș
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Twitch is updating subscription costs for mobile purchases. Beginning October 1, Tier 1 sub and gift sub prices made in the company's mobile app will be $8, up from the current rate of $6 a month. Tier 2 and Tier 3 prices will not be impacted. đ± Starting October 1, weâre increasing new Tier 1 sub and gift sub prices on the mobile app in over 40 countries.đŽ You can... Read more âș
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Better get out your winter parka and a thermos full of hot cocoa because the hit downhill mountain biking game Lonely Mountains: Downhill is getting a very snowy sequel. Megagon Industriesâ released a gameplay trailer with commentary during Gamescom for its new blocky skiing game Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders. The new downhill racing game will get a Steam release by the end of the year. If it becomes a big... Read more âș
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Better get out your winter parka and a thermos full of hot cocoa because the hit downhill mountain biking game Lonely Mountains: Downhill is getting a very snowy sequel. Megagon Industriesâ released a gameplay trailer with commentary during Gamescom for its new blocky skiing game Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders. The new downhill racing game will get a Steam release by the end of the year. If it becomes a big... Read more âș
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Smart doorbell company Ring has launched an updated basic model in its battery-powered line. The Ring Battery Doorbell includes feature upgrades to match some of the company's other products at a lower price point. Longevity is critical for a product with 'battery' right there in the name. The Ring Battery Doorbell promises a 23% improvement in battery life over its previous iteration. It also comes with a new pin-push mount... Read more âș
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Microsoftâs Windows Recall feature, which stores a timeline of activity snapshots on your PC, has a new release date for Windows Insiders. Microsoft unveiled the feature to much fanfare in May, only to delay it indefinitely (after blowback from security researchers) a few weeks later. After taking time to recalibrate, the company said on Wednesday it will roll out Recall to beta testers using Copilot+ PCs in October. Windows Recall... Read more âș
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