Google’s Gemini will steer clear of election talk in India
Gemini, Google's AI chatbot, won't answer questions about India’s upcoming national elections, the company wrote in a blog post today. “Out of an abundance of caution on such an important topic, we...
View ArticleBluesky will let users run their own moderation services
Bluesky, the open-source Twitter alternative, is about to start testing out one of its more ambitious ideas: allowing its users to run their own moderation services. The change will allow Bluesky users...
View ArticleThe best mobile microphones for 2024
If you consider yourself a mobile creator and you’re not using some sort of dedicated microphone, you might be holding yourself back. We’re not judging, but your audience likely is. Audio, especially...
View ArticleNeil Young is returning to Spotify after boycotting it over Joe Rogan's...
Neil Young is back on Spotify after boycotting the platform over two years ago, he said in a new blog post. The Canadian singer ditched the platform over vaccine misinformation on the Joe Rogan...
View ArticleHow to clean and organize your PC
Your PC is likely one of the most crucial pieces of technology in your home, so it behooves you to keep it in good condition. A little bit of proper maintenance every now and then can help you get the...
View ArticleJapan's Space One rocket launch attempt ends in a fiery explosion
A startup company called Space One launched a rocket earlier in hopes of becoming the first private entity in Japan to put a satellite in orbit. Unfortunately, its attempt ended in a fiery explosion,...
View ArticleThe Morning After: Neil Young returns to Spotify after two-year protest
Neil Young is back on Spotify after boycotting the platform over two years ago, he said in a new blog post. The Canadian singer ditched the platform over vaccine misinformation on the Joe Rogan...
View ArticleSpotify adds music videos in 11 countries, but not the US
Spotify is officially expanding its offerings beyond just audio with the introduction of music videos. The streamer is rolling out a beta program that offers premium subscribers access to music videos...
View ArticleRoomba Combo j9+ review: The ideal robot vacuum and mop
I miss having clean floors. I've been using a variety of Roombas over the years to help out with vacuuming, but ever since my wife and I had our second child in 2022, mopping has become an...
View ArticleThe Garmin Forerunner 55 GPS running watch drops to a record low of $150
Spring is so close now that it's almost in our grasp. Say goodbye to wearing a huge coat to go to the gym and hello to outdoor activities. With that in mind, there many great GPS running watches out...
View ArticleGoogle DeepMind's new AI can follow commands inside 3D games it hasn't seen...
Google DeepMind has unveiled new research highlighting an AI agent that's able to carry out a swath of tasks in 3D games it hasn't seen before. The team has long been experimenting with AI models that...
View ArticleHouse passes bill that could ban TikTok
A bill that could force a sale or outright ban on TikTok passed the House just days after it was first introduced. The House of Representatives approved the measure Wednesday, in a vote of 352 - 65, in...
View ArticleThe 10 best sleep apps and gadgets for a better night's sleep in 2024
Whatever challenges come your way in a day, you’ll be better prepared to deal with them if you’ve had a restful night. According to the NIH, sleep experts recommend no fewer than seven hours of sleep...
View ArticleNew Netflix movie Atlas puts J-Lo in a giant mech
There aren't enough films that put movie stars in mechs and task them with saving the world. But that's just what Netflix flick Atlas is doing with Jennifer Lopez. She plays Atlas Shepherd, "a...
View ArticleFrom mono to mainstream: 20 years of Bluetooth audio
“When you think about the history of Bluetooth, and specifically about audio, you really have to go back to the mid-to-late ’90s.” Chuck Sabin is a Bluetooth expert. As a senior director at Bluetooth...
View ArticleTesla paid no federal income taxes while paying executives $2.5 billion over...
In case you need another reason to shout "tax the rich" from the rooftops, it's here, and it's going to make you angry. A study found that 35 major US companies paid their top five executives more than...
View ArticleSamsung's Galaxy Tab S9 is cheaper than ever right now
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 is on sale for $680 via Amazon, which is a discount of $120. This is a record low price for the well-regarded tablet. The S9 is the most recent iteration and there likely won't...
View ArticleThe best budget Android phone for 2024
One of the best things about the Android ecosystem is the availability of truly affordable phones for as little as $150. By comparison, the cheapest iPhone is based on a dated design and starts at...
View ArticlePS5 system update that makes your controller sound better is rolling out today
Sony is rolling out a new PlayStation 5 system update that makes your controller sound better, your screen sharing more immersive and your power indicator adjustable. System Update 9.00 entered beta...
View ArticleThe 2024 Summer Game Fest Showcase is set for June 7
The fifth edition of Summer Game Fest takes place this year and now we know when the main showcase will take place. The two-hour stream of trailers, hype, announcements and game updates is set for...
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