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Can refurbished units be Samsung Earbud replacement?
When your earbuds stop working or one side suddenly goes silent, the first instinct is often to look for a brand-new pair. However, many users
Microsoft makes major change to Copilot app – and I’m wondering if this is a glimpse of Windows 12’s Start menu
Microsoft is rolling out an update for the Copilot app It changes the home page to be more like the Start menu The rollout is
Worried about Windows 10’s death? Don’t fret – Tiny11 is a lightweight version of Windows 11 that cuts bloatware and can run on older hardware
A custom Windows 11 build, Tiny11 builder, removes bloatware and is available to install on older hardware Microsoft’s Windows 10 will reach its end on
Windows 11 SSD failures could be caused by glitchy drive firmware – here’s what you need to know
SSD failures might be down to the use of pre-release Phison firmware That’s the conclusion of an investigation by a PC enthusiast group in China
Windows 11 25H2 update is close to release – but I fear Microsoft is missing a big opportunity as Windows 10’s death looms
Windows 11’s 25H2 update is now in the Release Preview channel This is the final stage of testing, meaning its arrival is imminent It won’t
PowerToys continues to be Microsoft’s best-kept secret, and it’s about to bring a feature to Windows 11 that Mac users have had for years
Microsoft is bringing automatic theme-switching to Windows via PowerToys The feature will allow users to set automatic switches according to their schedule There’s no official
Meta’s smart glasses could get their biggest software upgrade in years at Connect 2025
Meta Connect could include a new software platform for Meta’s AR glasses Meta Connect’s developer session schedule also promises a new developer kit …to hopefully
Microsoft has a bright idea to make USB-C ports better on Windows 11 PCs – I just can’t help wondering why this hasn’t been done before
Microsoft’s attempting to bring PC makers in line to make sure USB-C ports are properly configured A poor setup by the manufacturer could lead to
YouTube has started flagging Premium Family members who live at different addresses – just like Netflix’s password sharing crackdown
YouTube has started flagging members of Premium Family plans who aren’t living in the same household as the account manager A handful of users have
Windows 11 has a hidden feature in testing that could be a real timesaver for Android phone owners
Windows 11 has a new feature for Android mobiles in test builds It allows for the syncing of the PC clipboard directly to the phone
Samsung could be lining up a third Unpacked event this year – these are the 3 exciting devices that could make an appearance
Samsung is rumored to be planning a third Unpacked event this year at which it’ll launch three new devices As well as its highly anticipated
Microsoft claims Windows 11 is innocent of killing SSDs – but the mystery continues
Microsoft has finished its investigation into reports of an SSD-breaking bug The company said the August update for Windows 11 isn’t to blame There are
Want to stick with Windows 10 after October 2025? Here are your options – including how to get a free year of extra support
It probably hasn’t escaped your attention that Windows 10 support expires on October 14, 2025. Given that, there’s precious little time left before those who
Windows 11’s SSD breaking bug just got more mysterious – and I really hope Microsoft can clear this up swiftly
Windows 11’s August update reportedly introduced an SSD breaking bug It’s been suggested that SSDs using Phison controllers are more likely to be affected Phison
Samsung XR headset leak reveals potential price and release date – and it could be cheaper than the Vision Pro
Project Moohan could launch on September 29, according to a new leak It will be Samsung’s first Android XR headset Pricing may be cheaper than
Windows 11 is finally fixing poor sound quality with Bluetooth headphones – and PC gamers will be particularly happy
Microsoft is improving sound quality for Bluetooth headphones This will allow for high-quality audio in Windows 11 while using a mic, benefiting gamers who often
These impressive new smart glasses with a screen put Meta on notice
Rokid Glasses are launching internationally They’re set to cost $599 (around £355 / AU$920) and launch in November These are cheaper, but arriving later than
Google Messages is getting a new weapon to keep you safe from impersonation scams – here’s how it works
Google has rolled out a Messages feature in beta that lets you use QR codes to verify the device of the person you’re texting It’s
Windows 11 feature to resume Android apps on your PC is finally incoming – and I think this will be a great addition
Windows 11 has a Resume feature in test builds For now it’s just for Spotify, but more developers will get on board in time If
Can’t sign up for extended Windows 10 support? Don’t panic, the rollout is underway – but it’s reportedly going ‘slowly’
Windows 10’s extended support offer is currently rolling out A fair few people aren’t seeing it, though – myself included Microsoft has said that the
Google denies that a YouTube Premium feature is coming to free users with a few catches
Users have spotted a new feature that allows free YouTube users to download videos for offline viewing Despite the feature being available to YouTube Premium
Not a fan of the Copilot app in Windows 11? You might change your mind, as Microsoft just beefed up its powers
Windows 11’s Copilot app just got an update for testers This introduces a powerful new natural language-based search There are also some useful changes for
If Windows 12 is anything like this concept, I’d switch from Windows 11 (or 10) in a heartbeat
A YouTuber has shared a new concept video of ‘Windows 12.2’ This is a follow-up to their previous vision of Windows 12, and refines the
Can’t reset your Windows 11 or 10 PC? Microsoft rushes out fix after breaking vital recovery features
The August update for Windows 11 and 10 broke recovery features That includes options to reset the PC and fix problems using Windows Update All
I’m fed up with ads in Windows 11, but Microsoft may introduce yet another one to the Start menu
Microsoft is experimenting with a new recommendation in the Start menu It’s effectively an ad for Copilot (and Microsoft 365 Copilot) Recommendations include prompts to
The wait is over! Meta and Oakley just released 6 new smart glasses
Meta and Oakley have released their non-limited edition smart glasses They’re up for preorder ahead of an August 26 release They start at $399 /
The next Meta smart glasses might have a much more sensible launch price
Meta’s next smart glasses might cost $800 (£590 / AU$1,230) That’s much lower than the previous rumored price of over $1,000 We’ll know more at
Windows 11 could finally get a finished dark mode – but I can’t believe how long it’s taken
Windows 11’s dark mode has long remained unfinished Microsoft is bringing dark mode to some new parts of the interface, based on clues spotted in
Bug in Windows 11 update reportedly breaks some SSDs – here’s what you need to know
There are reports of a bug with the August update for Windows 11 It can seemingly cause SSDs to fail in a small number of
Tearing your hair out because you can’t sign up for Windows 10 extended updates? New patch fixes annoying bug and makes support to October 2026 available for all
Windows 10 has a new update for August It rolls out the offer of extended support until October 2026 to everyone Microsoft has also fixed
YouTube users are furious about its new AI-powered age checks in the US, and they’re not holding back – here’s how they work
YouTube has officially rolled out age verification checks to US users The service will use AI to determine your age If it detects you’re under
Microsoft stuffs more AI into Windows 11 – but the only feature I really want comes with a big catch
Windows 11 just got a new test build in the Release Preview channel It comes with a fair chunk of AI features, but only one
Microsoft exec’s vision of Windows 12 and beyond could terrify some of you
Another Microsoft executive has detailed their vision of a future Windows Pavan Davuluri, VP of Windows and Devices, echoes the thoughts previously laid out by
Why use Meta’s Ray-Bans and their single AI, when this new Vive pair will give you three?
HTC has a new pair of smart glasses called the Vive Eagle They boast many of the same features as their rivals You can only
Meta CTO teases ‘big wearables announcements’ for later this year but makes no VR headset promises
Meta’s CTO was asked what we can expect from Meta Connect 2025 In response, he teased “big wearables announcements” He didn’t mention VR hardware, however
Latest Windows 11 update packs a great new feature – but I hope I never have to use it
Windows 11’s August update is now available It comes with a new feature aiming to recover a PC that won’t boot There’s also an important
This Meta prototype is a seriously upgraded Meta Quest 3 – and you can try it for yourself
Meta has two new VR headsets you can try They’re protypes that aren’t usually accessible to the public You’ll have to attend SIGGRAPH 2025 to
Sorry, Microsoft: your latest attempt to get people to switch over to Edge in Windows 11 is crossing a line
Microsoft has a new plan to target Chrome addicts to use Edge more A planned pop-up is only hidden in testing right now, though It
One of my favorite iPhone features arrives on the Mac with Tahoe – and I can’t stop using it
While the new ‘Liquid Glass’ look and a way more powerful Spotlight might be the leading features of macOS Tahoe 26, I’ve found that bringing
Instagram’s new Maps feature has sparked major privacy worries – here’s how make sure it’s turned off
Meta announced Instagram’s new Maps feature, which has many users worried about their online privacy While the new feature is opt-in only, it hasn’t stopped
Windows 11’s taskbar could be next for an AI overhaul – but I just don’t see the point
Clues in Windows 11 previews hint that AI is coming to the taskbar This could be in the form of an ‘agentic AI’ companion Exactly
Microsoft reveals a surprising catch to extended support for Windows 10 that’s going to seriously annoy some people
A Microsoft support document reveals a new twist on Windows 10’s extended update scheme Even if you pay $30 for the program, you’ll need to
Microsoft finally fixes one frustrating Windows 11 pop-up – just as a more irritating one arrives to take its place
Windows 11 users are seeing a positive change, but also a less-welcome one The good news is the ‘second-chance out-of-box experience’ nag has been streamlined
Microsoft’s Gaming Copilot AI is now in Windows 11’s Game Bar – and I can’t decide whether this is a good or bad thing
Microsoft’s AI helper for gaming has debuted in Windows 11 Gaming Copilot is in the Game Bar, but it’s only in beta testing for now
Report suggests Windows 10’s Game Bar is crashing with some high-end AMD Ryzen CPUs – and I hope Microsoft will investigate soon
Windows 10’s Game Bar has reportedly been hit with a nasty bug The Game Bar crashes when trying to access its options For those with
Windows XP Crocs are so real, we just can’t stand it – but we love the Clippy Jibbitz
Microsoft is prepping Windows XP Crocs, dubbed the ’50th Anniversary Exclusive’ It’ll be the first version of Windows to take this step, if true The
Microsoft teases the future of Windows: ‘The computer will be able to see what we see, hear what we hear, and we can talk to it’
Microsoft’s VP for OS Security has provided his vision of Windows in 2030 It will be multimodal and involve ‘more talking to our computers’ AI
Confused about why you can’t upgrade to Windows 11? Microsoft has some new advice that might help… including a trick I wasn’t aware of
Microsoft recently produced some new support documents These contain some helpful advice for would-be upgraders to Windows 11 who run into problems Some of this
Valve’s SteamOS is slowly but surely replacing Windows 11 for gaming, as more users make the big shift
Valve’s SteamOS market share has grown by 0.32%, based on new Steam Hardware & Software survey Microsoft’s Windows 11 market share fell by 0.44%, suggesting
The Tea app hack explained – how a data breach spilled thousands of photos from the top free US app, and what to do
Tea is a popular ‘dating safety tool’ that just suffered a data breach 72,000 images pertaining to the app were involved, some of which were
Apple Mac users should install this new update right now, as macOS Sequoia bows out with a crucial bug fix
Apple has released an important new update for macOS Sequoia The update prevents a potential bricking issue for users utilizing DFU mode for device recovery
Microsoft has all but given up on Windows 11 SE – and it looks like the war against Chromebooks has been lost
Microsoft has said Windows 11 SE will run out of support in October 2026 This brings an end to this alternative spin on Windows 11
Microsoft’s trying to force OneDrive on us yet again – this time for moving from a Windows 10 PC to a Windows 11 one
Microsoft has put together a new promotional video It sells the benefits of transferring to a new PC via the Backup app However, it’s also
Meta’s mixed reality glasses make my Meta Quest 3 look like a boulder
Meta and Stanford University researchers have developed new MR glasses These specs use holography to produce high-quality images Support rumors that Meta’s headsets may turn
Fed up with your mouse cursor supersizing itself randomly in Windows 11? Thankfully this frustrating bug should now be fixed
Windows 11 24H2 had a strange bug that messed with the mouse It made the mouse cursor larger after the PC woke from sleep (or
Some Windows 10 PCs are reportedly being offered a Windows 11 upgrade even though they don’t support the OS – here’s what to do if this happens to you
There are scattered reports of Windows 10 PCs being offered a Windows 11 upgrade That’s despite the fact that these devices don’t meet the Windows
Microsoft makes a nifty tweak to the Windows 11 taskbar – but it’s probably not the change you were hoping for
Windows 11 has a useful change for multiple monitors in a new preview You’ll be able to access notifications and the calendar flyout on the
Meta revealed what makes a VR game perfect, and it could be hinting at big hardware changes
Meta revealed the ideal VR gaming session is 20 to 40 minutes Less than that and VR doesn’t feel worthwhile Longer and hardware issues can
Gamers are getting around Discord’s new UK age verification tools by using Death Stranding’s photo mode – yes, you read that right
The UK’s Online Safety Act has introduced age verification tools across multiple platforms It prevents users from accessing potentially 18+ rated content It’s left multiple
Meta’s next wearables announcement might include a smartwatch for its smart glasses
Meta is said to be developing a new smartwatch It could feature a camera but be light on health features We might see it at
Microsoft abandons change to Windows 11 taskbar as testers hated it – but I didn’t, and it’s baffling why there wasn’t a compromise
Windows 11 had a change in testing to streamline the taskbar The tweak made the date and time display in the system tray more compact
Windows 10 update messes up emoji picker, proving that even though the OS is about to shuffle into its grave, Microsoft can still break stuff
Windows 10’s July update broke part of the emoji picker This is a panel that lets you select from a huge library of emoji The
Microsoft promises to crack one of the biggest problems with Windows 11: slow performance
Microsoft is collecting more data on performance issues with Windows 11 This is happening via feedback from testers using preview builds Hoovering up a whole
Windows 11 gets a big new update – here are the top 4 features, including a powerful AI agent for Copilot+ PCs
Windows 11 has a new optional update It’s a big one, delivering a whole load of new features These include an AI agent in Settings,
Can’t (or won’t) upgrade to Windows 11, but afraid to switch from Windows 10 to Linux? This app might make the transition easy
A Windows-to-Linux migration tool has been revealed It’s still in development, but looks very promising, providing a seamless way of transitioning to Linux Only one
Microsoft claims Windows 11 24H2 is the ‘most reliable version of Windows yet’ – but there are PC gamers out there who disagree
Microsoft is claiming Windows 11 24H2 is the most reliable version ever The company says it has 24% fewer crashes than version 22H2 In a
Microsoft gives you another reason to hook up your Windows 11 PC and Android smartphone – it’s a security feature that could come in seriously handy
The Link To Windows app on Android has a new ‘Lock PC’ button This allows you to remotely lock your Windows 11 PC from the
AOL and Yahoo mail appear to be down for US users – get updates live
Refresh 2025-07-24T17:10:31.449Z This user isn’t happy… I guess this what we get for keeping aol as our email. I’ve had it since 1998. RidiculousJuly 24,
Sora 2 is coming, but it will have to dazzle viewers to beat Google’s Veo 3 model
OpenAI is expected to release the Sora 2 AI video model soon Sora 2 will face stiff competition from Google’s Veo 3 model Veo 3
Hate Windows 11 and don’t want to upgrade? You can now extend the life of Windows 10 until October 2026 – here’s how
Windows 10’s scheme for extended updates is now open You can sign up using your Microsoft account and get free updates (if you sync your
Spotify had to pull an AI-generated song that claimed to be from an artist who passed away 36 years ago
AI-generated songs by deceased artists, like Blaze Foley, have been falsely uploaded to Spotify The streaming service is taking them down as they are spotted
Microsoft’s new option to switch from Windows 10 to a new Windows 11 device could be ideal for people who hate OneDrive
Microsoft has given us more details on how PC-to-PC migration works It’ll offer a useful alternative to those who don’t want to restore a backup
Rumors of GPT-5 are multiplying as the expected release date approaches
OpenAI appears to be testing GPT-5 based on leaked files and internal biosecurity tools GPT-5 is rumored to unify memory, reasoning, vision, and task completion
Windows 11 could finally get a handy audio sharing feature it should’ve had a decade ago
Windows 11 could be getting a new ‘shared audio’ option The feature, spotted in testing, allows for piping audio to multiple speakers It’s not clear
Netflix uses generative AI VFX in a show for the first time, as CEO says ‘the cost just wouldn’t have been feasible for a show on that budget’
Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos announced the use of generative AI in an original production for the first time The Eternaut, an Argentine sci-fi show, used
Google AI Mode is getting a bigger AI brain from Gemini
Google has upgraded its AI Mode with the advanced Gemini 2.5 Pro AI Mode has also added Deep Search, which can now run hundreds of
Microsoft’s Copilot Vision can now see your entire desktop – but it probably won’t judge you for the clutter
Microsoft has updated its Copilot Vision tool to let the AI assistant view your desktop The feature will let Copilot respond to any content you’re
Windows 11’s handheld mode spotted in testing, and I’m seriously excited for Microsoft’s big bet on small-screen gaming
Windows 11’s rumored handheld mode has been spotted in testing It’s still hidden in the background of preview builds, though This is a hint that
WeTransfer issues flurry of promises that it’s not using your data to train AI models after its new terms of service aroused suspicion
WeTransfer users were outraged when it seemed an updated terms of service implied their data would be used to train AI models. The company moved
Is your job safe from AI? A new report reveals one role that’s surprisingly at risk
New Microsoft Research paper identifies areas where AI is already being used the most It also shows areas that AI has very little influence on
You don’t have to explain everything to Claude anymore – it’s finally in your apps
Claude can now connect to apps like Notion, Canva, and Stripe The AI can understand and assist with tasks using your actual work data Claude’s
Latest Windows 11 update fail brings yet more installation woes – but some other reported bugs have me seriously worried
A new update for Windows 11 24H2 is failing to install for some While this has happened before, reports seem more prevalent with the July
If you haven’t upgraded to Windows 11 24H2 yet, Microsoft’s giving you a good reason to do so – better security
Windows 11 24H2 now has better security levels This is down to Microsoft improving the scripting engine in the OS As a result, hackers will
AI web browsers are the new trend, but will ChatGPT and Perplexity Chrome competitors turn out to be a fad?
Perplexity’s new Comet browser promises an AI assistant that travels the web for you Comet joins other AI browsers aiming to beat Chrome and other
You can finally preorder the Oakley Meta smart glasses, but there’s a catch
Meta’s Oakley glasses are up for preorder ahead of a July 22 launch The limited edition glasses will cost $499 / £499 / AU$789 Cheaper
Microsoft says Black Screen of Death better ‘aligns with Windows 11’s visual style’ – but I think the new crash screen is missing a key detail
Windows 11 has a new Black Screen of Death (BSoD) rather than blue It simplifies the current BSoD as well as changing the color The
xAI debuts powerful Grok 4 AI model, but it’s not going to make people forget the antisemitism it spewed on X
xAI has launched the new Grok 4 and Grok 4 Heavy AI models Grok 4 requires a $30 monthly SuperGrok subscription The launch comes as
Google releases photo-to-video Gemini Veo 3 capabilities, and it might just blow your mind
Google just launched photo-to-video capabilities in Veo 3 Now you can ask Gemini to transform a photo into an eight-second video Available for Google AI
New Windows 11 update delivers a host of new features and fixes – here are 4 things I’m looking forward to
Windows 11’s July update is now out It offers quite a number of new features and tweaks There are also some important fixes, particularly for
Google just announced 5 new Gemini features coming to Android, and it’s good news for fans of foldable smartphones
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked’s many new products and features have not left out AI examples. Plenty involved Google and its Gemini family of AI models, with
A mysterious new ChatGPT feature has appeared – but what could it mean?
A new mysterious mode has appeared on some users’ ChatGPT accounts “Study together” lets you learn subjects with ChatGPT, with AI asking you questions on
Windows 11 could get AI-powered dynamic wallpapers – I just hope Microsoft doesn’t kill off this idea
Windows 11 could be getting ‘dynamic’ wallpaper driven by AI That’s according to a leaker who’s found clues in preview builds of the OS Microsoft
Wimbledon has an AI problem, but are tennis players just using technology as a scapegoat?
Wimbledon’s AI-powered line calls have replaced human judges Players like Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu have voiced frustration over questionable calls Despite its precision, Wimbledon’s
It only took four years, but Windows 11 is now the most popular desktop OS – and time is running out for Windows 10
Windows 11 has finally overtaken Windows 10 for market share 52% of those using Microsoft’s desktop operating systems are now on Windows 11 That’s a
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 25H2, and in some ways, I’m glad we’re not getting a major update like Windows 12 this year
Microsoft has confirmed Windows 11 25H2 is the update for this year The upgrade is now officially in testing It’ll be a more minor update
I don’t generally recommend downloading Windows 11’s preview updates, but some gamers may want to chance Microsoft’s latest effort
Windows 11 has a new optional update It fixes a bunch of bugs that have been annoying gamers One of the most annoying glitches causes
No, Windows 11 PCs aren’t ‘up to 2.3x faster’ than Windows 10 devices, as Microsoft suggests – here’s why that’s an outlandish claim
Microsoft has been boasting about the benefits of Windows 11 (again) It claims Windows 11 PCs can be ‘up to 2.3x faster’ than Windows 10
‘It’s obvious that users are frustrated’: consumer rights group accuses Microsoft of not providing a ‘viable solution’ for Windows 10 users who can’t upgrade to Windows 11
Microsoft recently threw a lifeline to consumers, offering alternatives to paying $30 for extended support for Windows 10 PIRG thinks this doesn’t go far enough
Android 16’s answer to iOS Live Activities is coming soon – here are the apps it’ll support, including Google Maps
First-look images of Android’s upcoming Live Updates function revealed Similar feel to iOS Live Activities Live Updates is currently only functional in the latest Android
Windows 11 search just got more powerful courtesy of Copilot – and I think this is a great use of AI, even if there’ll still be haters
A new search ability is rolling out for the Copilot app It gives Windows 11 and 10 users an AI-powered search, offering natural language queries
Spotify’s latest breakout band The Velvet Sundown appears to be AI-generated – and fans aren’t happy
Update, Thursday July 3: In a further twist to the story of The Velvet Sundown, we’ve been contacted by a representatives of the band who
Microsoft just gave the Windows 11 Notepad app a controversial feature that people are either loving or hating
New formatting abilities have arrived in Notepad for Windows 11 Microsoft previously tested these features, but they’re now rolling out to all Windows 11 users
ChatGPT faceplants while translating Crunchyroll anime, and some viewers are demanding human localization
Crunchyroll aired anime with obviously AI-generated subtitles that included typos, clunky phrasing, and lines like “ChatGPT said.” Fans quickly noticed and criticized the lack of
Confused by a mysterious update that’s suddenly appeared on your Windows 10 PC? Don’t panic – here’s what you need to know
Windows 10 PCs are getting an update stealthily installed The under-the-radar arrival of KB5001716 may confuse some folks This patch is deployed to versions of
Google Gemini is set to become a significantly better phone assistant thanks to these two small upgrades
Google Gemini can more easily access your Phone and Messages apps Previously, you had to allow Gemini Apps Activity, reducing your privacy That’s no longer
Mark Zuckerberg goes all-in on AI and might even beat Sam Altman and OpenAI to superintelligence
Zuckerberg has created a new group called Meta Superintelligence Labs The goal of the group is to create AI superintelligence New hires from OpenAI will
Xbox’s Meta Quest 3 is already selling out – here’s where you can still find one and why it’s the best VR headset of 2025
Xbox’s limited-edition Quest 3S has sold out at Meta’s store You can still find it at Best Buy in the US and Argos in the
This simple trick gets you 3 months of Google Gemini Veo 3 for free – here’s how you can create the best AI videos without dropping a dime
You can get access to Google’s Veo 3 for free with this simple trick Sign up for a Google Cloud free trial with $300/£222 of
Are you worried about AI? It’s about to get worse as study shows people now speak like ChatGPT
A new study shows people sometimes sound a lot like ChatGPT when they speak The evidence is in their vocabulary and phrasing This shift could
Viral philanthropist Simon Squibb has downloaded all his knowledge into an AI chatbot that you can run on your phone, for free!
New app from Simon Squibb promises free AI advice There are versions for iOS and Android You can call AI Simon for a voice chat,
Google AI Pro’s new annual subscription brings you big savings – here’s how it compares to ChatGPT
You can now pay annually for Google AI Pro for the first time The overall price is the equivalent of getting two months for free
Forget the Blue Screen of Death – Windows is replacing it with an even more terrifying Black Screen of Death
Microsoft is replacing its Blue Screen of Death with a Black Screen of Death This comes after decades of service from the original BSoD It’s
Finally! These AI smart glasses are giving me a feature I’ve been desperate for the Meta Ray-Bans to get since launch
Xiaomi announced AI smart glasses They share a lot of similarities with Meta’s Ray-Bans, even priced similarly Xiaomi’s specs have some unique features, like electrochromic
Would you swap your real-life pet for an AI-powered alternative? Meet Sirius the robot dog and decide for yourself
Meet Sirius, an AI-based programmable and customizable robotic dog companion You can train Sirius to perform tricks and upload different voice packs Its available worldwide,
Google’s new Gemini AI model means your future robot butler will still work even without Wi‑Fi
Google’s new Gemini Robotics On‑Device AI model lets robots run entirely offline The model can learn new tasks from just 50 to 100 examples It
Windows 10 users who don’t want to upgrade to Windows 11 get new lifeline from Microsoft
Microsoft has launched a wizard to help Windows 10 devices stay secure It’s only intended as a temporary solution, though Windows 10 support ends later
New judge’s ruling makes OpenAI keeping a record of all your ChatGPT chats one step closer to reality
A federal judge rejected a ChatGPT user’s petition against her order that OpenAI preserve all ChatGPT chats The order followed a request by The New
Now it’s dogs doing Olympic diving in the next AI video craze to sweep the Internet from the Veo 3 rival Hailuo 02
New diving dogs AI-generated video follows the cat Olympics craze You can try Hailuo 02 yourself for free Are dogs better at ‘diving’ than cats?
Businesses won’t need SEO experts anymore if Adobe’s one-click LLM Optimizer actually works as advertised
Adobe wants to help decide how your brand shows up inside ChatGPT and other AI bots LLM Optimizer promises SEO-like results in an internet where
Businesses won’t need SEO experts anymore if Adobe’s one-click LLM Optimizer actually works as advertised
Adobe wants to help decide how your brand shows up inside ChatGPT and other AI bots LLM Optimizer promises SEO-like results in an internet where
Midjourney just dropped its first AI video model and Sora and Veo 3 should be worried
Midjourney has launched its first AI video model, V1. The model lets users animate images into five-second motion clips. The tool is relatively affordable and
New research says using AI reduces brain activity – but does that mean it’s making us dumber?
Amid all the debates about how AI affects jobs, science, the environment, and everything else, there’s a question of how large language models impact the
Forget virtual pets – the next AI video craze is cats doing Olympic diving, and it’s all thanks to this new Google Veo 3 rival
MiniMax’s new Hailuo 02 AI video model has sparked a viral trend of cats performing Olympic dives The videos blend advanced physics-based animation with internet
I tried Google’s new Search Live feature and ended up debating an AI about books
Google’s new Search Live feature lets users hold real-time voice conversations with an AI-powered version of Search The Gemini-powered AI attempts to simulate a friendly
I adore my Meta Ray-Bans, but these new Oakley smart glasses are making me jealous
Meta and Oakley are officially making smart glasses They’re based on Oakley’s HSTN glasses design Launching later this summer, they’ll start at $399 / £399
‘My kids will never be smarter than AI’: Sam Altman’s advice on how to use ChatGPT as a parent leaves me shaking my head
Sam Altman has appeared in the first episode of OpenAI’s brand new podcast, called simply the OpenAI Podcast, which is available to watch now on
Windows 11 user has 30 years of ‘irreplaceable photos and work’ locked away in OneDrive – and Microsoft’s silence is deafening
A Redditor was moving a huge slab of data from old drives to a new one They used OneDrive as a midpoint in an ill-thought-out
Google Gemini’s super-fast Flash-Lite 2.5 model is out now – here’s why you should switch today
Google’s new Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite model is its fastest and most cost-efficient The model is for tasks that don’t require much processing, like translation and
Windows 11’s new Start menu falls short in one key area – and it’s making people angry
Microsoft has a Start menu redesign in testing This introduces new layouts for the list of all apps One of those layouts is a category
I don’t like the idea of my conversations with Meta AI being public – here’s how you can opt out
Meta AI prompts you to choose to post publicly in the app’s Discovery feed by default Meta has a new warning pop-up, but accidental sharing
Windows 11’s new update is reportedly proving a nightmare to install for some, but I’m hardly surprised given its messy rollout
Windows 11’s June update is failing to install for some people It’s complicated because Microsoft released an initial update this month – which was paused
Forget Ray-ban – Meta’s next smart glasses just got a surprise launch date and an exciting new partner
Meta has just announced it’s partnering with Oakley on something new Most likely, this is the long-rumored Oakley smart glasses We’ll find out more on
Windows 11’s hidden PC migration feature proves Microsoft isn’t messing around when it comes to killing off Windows 10
A PC-to-PC migration feature has been found in a new Windows 10 preview It’s not enabled in testing, though, and is hidden in the background
Got ChatGPT Plus? You can now get 3 months for 50% off with this simple trick
Get ChatGPT Plus for 3 months at a discounted 50% off rate This easy trick is accessible via ChatGPT’s official website ChatGPT Plus gives you
AI comes to the URL with a new web browser that answers you back
The Browser Company has launched an AI-powered browser named Dia Dia integrates a personalized AI assistant directly into the address bar The AI lets you
Apple reportedly targets ‘spring 2026’ for launch of delayed AI Siri upgrade – but is that too late?
Apple’s much-anticipated Siri upgrade is rumored to arrive in ‘spring 2026’ A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg claims Apple Intelligence-powered Siri is slated
I tried Portraits: Google’s new way of turning real-life experts into your own personal AI life coach
Google’s new Portraits experiment lets users chat with AI avatars modeled on real experts. The project’s first Portrait is Radical Candor author Kim Scott. The
OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT’s Projects feature, and I find it makes working way more efficient
OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT’s Projects feature to remember past chats, tone preferences, and files Projects now offers deep research, voice mode, mobile file uploads, and
LibreOffice maker urges Windows 10 users to defect in viral ‘Go Linux, not Windows 11’ campaign
The Document Foundation, which makes LibreOffice, is the latest to jump on the anti-Windows 11 bandwagon The organization argues that Windows 10 users should switch
Microsoft makes fun of macOS Tahoe’s Liquid Glass redesign for ripping off Windows Vista – but Apple could have the last laugh
Microsoft compared Liquid Glass to Windows Vista on its Instagram account It’s rather late to the party in drawing this kind of comparison Mind you,
AI is quickly becoming a go-to cupid for online dating, and I’m glad I never have to deal with it
Match’s Singles in America report shows AI use in dating has surged 333% in just one year. Nearly half of Gen Z singles now use
Xreal just teased its Android XR specs, and they boast a massive upgrade over its other AR smart glasses
Xreal detailed Project Aura at AWE 2025 It will have a massive 70-degree field of view It will also be tethered to a spatial computing
Goodbye, Spectacles – reimagined Snap Specs now set to launch in 2026 with a ton of new features and OpenAI and Gemini integration
The race to put augmented reality smart glasses on your face is heating up. Snap Spectacles are transforming into “Specs” and will launch as lighter
It’s official: your Intel Mac won’t get macOS 27, with macOS Tahoe 26 marking the end of an era
It’s been confirmed that Intel Macs won’t be supported with macOS 27 Only four Mac models with Intel CPUs are supported by macOS Tahoe anyway,
Gemini’s new Scheduled Actions feature puts catching up with ChatGPT on its dayplanner
Google Gemini’s app has a new Scheduled Actions feature to assign recurring tasks. Gemini will complete the tasks automatically at the chosen times, similar to
ChatGPT just got a major upgrade to its Advanced Voice Mode for paid subscribers, and it sounds a lot more human-like now
Paid ChatGPT subscribers get an improved voice mode that’s more human-like than before It can also handle live translations into other languages Some minor problems
What NOT to expect at Apple’s WWDC 2025
No new iPhone expected, not even a hint, really No apologies for the bad Apple Intelligence launch No Holy Grail products like XR glasses or
Meta AI’s experimental new smart glasses can see everything you do and even tell how you feel about it
Meta is developing its Aria Gen 2 smart glasses, which come packed with sensors and AI features The smart glasses can track your gaze, movement,
AI agents sometimes act like rogue employees, and nearly no one is watching what they’re doing
Nearly half of IT teams don’t fully know what their AI agents are accessing daily Enterprises love AI agents, but also fear what they’re doing
Sam Altman says AI chats should be as private as ‘talking to a lawyer or a doctor’, but OpenAI could soon be forced to keep your ChatGPT conversations forever
The New York Times is requesting that all ChatGPT conversations be retained as part of its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft This would mean that
Google upgrades Gemini 2.5 Pro’s already formidable coding abilities
Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro is getting an update to improve its coding The update fixes previous issues with formatting and coherence The model is expected
Apple WWDC 2025: dates, timings, and everything we’re expecting from the big software show
It’s almost that time of year again: WWDC time. Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference is an annual event, where it reveals to developers and the rest
Luma Labs’ new Modify Video tool can reimagine scenes without reshooting
Luma Labs’ new Modify Video tool for Dream Machine uses AI to alter any video footage without reshoots Any characters or environments won’t lose their
Wish your Windows 11 laptop had better battery life? Microsoft is working on a new power-saving trick that could really help
Windows 11 has a new power-saving feature in testing It kicks in when you leave your laptop for a period of time While you’re away,
Google plans to get its AI to write your emails for you
Google DeepMind is building an AI email assistant The AI will automatically respond to messages in a user’s own voice and style The assistant will
Microsoft accused of ‘tech extortion’ over Windows 10 support ending in campaign to get people to upgrade to Linux
KDE has a campaign to persuade Windows 10 users to switch to Linux The desktop environment maker accuses Microsoft of ‘tech extortion’ with the end
Free ChatGPT users can finally stop re-explaining themselves in every session
OpenAI has added a memory feature for free ChatGPT users The AI chatbot can now recall recent conversations and tailor responses accordingly You can decide
You can now generate OpenAI Sora videos for free on iOS and Android – but only if you’re prepared to use Microsoft Bing
You can now create Sora AI videos in the Bing app on mobile You get 10 credits, but can earn more by searching with Bing
Can’t upgrade your laptop to Windows 11? Asus joins Microsoft’s campaign urging you to buy a new Copilot+ PC, and I’m not sure that’s wise
Asus is trying to persuade those who can’t upgrade their Windows 10 laptop to switch to a Copilot+ PC This is ignoring concerns about millions
Time to upgrade? WhatsApp has just dropped support for these older iPhones and Android phones
WhatsApp has stopped supporting a number of older Apple and Android devices The change came into effect on June 1 after a slight extension was
Microsoft investigates nasty Windows 11 bug that leaves PCs unable to boot – here’s what you need to know
Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 have been hit by a bug that can leave a PC unable to boot Microsoft is investigating this recovery error
Still on Windows 11 23H2 because you’re worried 24H2 is a disaster for PC gaming? Microsoft’s latest update could persuade you to finally upgrade
Latest update for Windows 11 24H2 packs a couple of nifty fixes for gamers One of those is the crucial cure for some PC games
Yes, I surrendered to Bono’s immersive Vision Pro documentary, and I didn’t get Vertigo
Bono has been a ubiquitous presence for most of my adult life. I was just coming up in the world when U2’s break-out album, War,
This movie is fully AI-generated and has a fully SAG-AFTRA cast – here’s 3 things you need to know about Echo Hunter
Echo Hunter is a new, fully AI-generated sci-fi short film created using Arcana AI The cast is SAG-AFTRA actors led by Breckin Meyer The film
Finally! Android users can now open shared Microsoft Office files without having to sign in
Android phone owners can now quickly view Office files in a hassle-free way Previously, if you were sent an Office file, you had to sign
I used Veo 3 to recreate the first YouTube video, and the results are almost too good
We all know the story of the first YouTube video, a grainy 19-second clip of co-founder Jawed Karim at the zoo, remarking on the elephants
New update for Windows 11 24H2 is the most feature-packed for some time, delivering some seriously useful additions
There’s a new update out for Windows 11 24H2 in preview It offers a whole load of features, albeit some are Copilot+ PC exclusives New
Apple might be about to make a major change to how it names its operating systems
A new report from Bloomberg says Apple will change how it numbers its operating systems The change will be to match the year, so not
I’ve heard the same train announcement voice for 30 years, but now it’s been replaced by AI – and Scotland isn’t happy
Scotland’s rail service has replaced the human train announcement voice with an AI one on some routes The voice technology is powered by Swedish company
Apple might be close to launching a dedicated hub for gaming on the Mac, iPhone, and iPad
Apple might push further into gaming with a dedicated hub on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV 4K It’ll be a showcase for new
Microsoft Notepad gets an AI makeover
Microsoft is adding an AI-powered Write feature to Notepad as part of Copilot Plus Write uses prompts to generate and refine text The update also
watchOS 12 and tvOS 19 tipped to get a visual revamp, to match the ‘Solarium’ update coming to iOS 19 and macOS 16
Big changes are coming to watchOS and tvOS They’ll apparently match updates to iOS and macOS Expect an official unveiling on June 9, at WWDC
Samsung’s prototype XR glasses hint at the future of smart frames, and I’m closer to all-in than ever before
After many months of speculation, Google finally showed off its still-early-day Android XR smart glasses prototype. It was an impressive live demo, with a live
You’ll be as annoyed as me when you learn how much energy a few seconds of AI video costs
AI chatbots and videos use up a huge amount of energy and water A five-second AI video uses as much energy as a microwave running
People are tricking AI chatbots into helping commit crimes
Researchers have discovered a “universal jailbreak” for AI chatbots The jailbreak can trick major chatbots into helping commit crimes or other unethical activity Some AI
Microsoft gives a trio of Windows 11 apps some nifty new AI powers, but not everyone will get them
Microsoft is bringing new AI features to Notepad, Paint and Snipping Tool Many of these are for Copilot+ PCs only, though, as they require an
Anthropic’s new Claude 4 models promise the biggest AI brains ever
Anthropic has debuted two new Claude AI models named Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 Claude Opus 4 claims to be the best coding
Signal blasts Microsoft over Recall privacy failings, as secure messaging app is forced to fudge a way of blocking the controversial Windows 11 feature
Signal has a new option for its Windows 11 app to block Recall The developer had to fudge a way of preventing screenshots of the
I tried Google’s new AI try-on feature, and it’s given me some new fashion ideas
Google has rolled out a new AI-powered shopping feature to help you figure out what the clothes you are interested in buying might look like
Got a Windows 11 PC and an Android phone? Microsoft wants to make using apps across those devices a seamless experience
Windows 11 is getting a new Cross Device Resume feature It’s like Apple’s Handoff ability for using apps across a phone and PC In this
Google’s Android XR glasses look like its most exciting gadget in years – but the headset leaves me wanting more
Android XR has been showcased by Google at I/O 2025 It relies heavily on AI to deliver many of its features, like live translation The
Windows 11 is getting more AI shortcuts, but is Microsoft in danger of cluttering up the OS with AI creep?
Windows 11’s new preview in the Beta channel introduces ‘AI actions’ These are handy shortcuts to fire up AI abilities within desktop folders Initially only
The curious case of the missing Alexa+ users – many are still waiting for ‘early access’
Amazon’s rollout of Alexa+ lacks much public evidence Technical issues may be delaying a wider release Amazon claims Alexa+ is in use by hundreds of
‘This is a crisis’: New Apple report claims we’ll get no Siri upgrades at WWDC 2025 due to AI turmoil
A new report claims we won’t see any AI Siri improvements at WWDC 2025 One source claims Apple’s AI strategy “is a crisis” while Bloomberg
AI is writing your job applications now, and most candidates think it’s totally fine, even when the details are fake
Many applicants admit they wouldn’t correct AI CV embellishments even if they knew they were false Recruiters now face polished, fabricated applications they can barely
This SSD is smaller than a coin and dangerously easy to swallow – and that’s not even the worst part
Suneast Portable SSD Nano is smaller than a coin Weighing just 2.8g, the drive is easy to carry and just as easy to lose Read
She let ChatGPT read her coffee grounds – then filed for divorce
A Greek couple thought it would be fun to use ChatGPT as a fortune-teller and have it “read” coffee grounds in their cups ChatGPT claimed
Forget the Force, AI brings the late James Earl Jones’ iconic Darth Vader voice to Fortnite
You can now speak with Darth Vader in Fortnite Disney and Epic Games announced the revival of Darth Vader’s iconic voice thanks to the power
Scientists want to power future electronics with edible mushrooms and fungal paper batteries that dissolve after use
Mycelium might power electronics someday, if it stops biodegrading before the job is done The split-gill mushroom’s extracellular matrix may be the key to future
OpenAI just gave ChatGPT users a huge free upgrade – 4.1 mini is available today
ChatGPT 4.1 and 4.1 mini are now available 4.1 excels at coding, and is available for all paid subscribers 4.1 mini is free to use,
Apple wants to connect thoughts to iPhone control – and there’s a very good reason for it
Apple announced plans to support Switch Control for Brain-Computer Interfaces The tool would make devices like iPhones and Vision Pro headsets accessible for people with
Google Messages is finally getting a mentions feature for chats – here’s how it works
Google Messages is finally getting a mentions features, similar to the one in WhatsApp and Telegram It was first spotted in March, but Android Authority
This new ChatGPT feature solves the most annoying thing about Deep Research
ChatGPT’s Deep Research feature can now export reports as PDFs The PDFs come complete with tables, images, and citations This update makes it easier to
The Airbnb app just got a massive redesign – here are 3 new features to look out for
Airbnb has been a disruptor since it hit the scene in 2007. Now, at its annual Summer Release event, it’s redesigning its app to make
Google’s new AI video feature is rolling out on another company’s smartphones
Google is debuting an AI-powered image-to-video tool on smartphones built by the Chinese firm Honor Honor’s new 400 series phones are getting the Google Veo-powered
Google Messages is getting another wave of updates – here are 7 you can expect to see soon
Google Messages has already improved a lot since it landed over 11 years ago – and over the past couple of weeks we’ve seen Google
Chrome has a new AI-powered ‘enhanced protection’ mode to protect you from scams – here’s how it works
Google is using AI to protect against scams in Chrome, Search and Android The AI can analyze and distill data to detect entirely new scams
Apple will reportedly take on Ray-Ban Meta glasses in 2027
Apple’s reportedly working on a new chip to power smart glasses, which should be ready in 2027 These first smart glasses from Apple will likely
Meta’s next smart glasses might have an always-on AI – I don’t care how useful it is, I’m never turning it on
Meta is apparently working on glasses with always-on AI It can recognize people’s faces and remind you of things you forget Existing glasses apparently have