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Apple sued for failing to implement tools that would detect CSAM in iCloud
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a potential group of 2,680 victims, The New York Times reports.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.09.2024
You can now get a yellow charging brick for $5 to match your Playdate’s cable
The Playdate store is now selling a 10W power adapter. But, shipping costs more than the block itself.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.09.2024
Apple Vision Pro could soon work with PlayStation VR2 controllers
Mark Gurman reports in the Power On newsletter that Apple and Sony have been working for months to bring PS VR2 controller support to the Vision Pro.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.09.2024
Google sues after Consumer Financial Protection Bureau orders supervision of its payment arm
The CFPB said on Friday that it has “reasonable cause to determine that Google has engaged in conduct that poses risks to consumers,” based on customer complaints about Google Pay.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.08.2024
X helped senators update the Kids Online Safety Act so it can't be ‘used to stifle expression’
Proponents of KOSA are pushing for it to be passed before the end of the year after it's spent months stalled in the House.
Cheyenne MacDonald12.08.2024
SpaceX completes Starlink’s first direct-to-cell constellation
The satellites will allow mobile phones to get around 10Mbps service even in remote areas.
Will Shanklin12.07.2024
The next iPhone SE’s new modem reportedly won’t be as capable as Qualcomm’s
A Bloomberg report confirms Apple's first 5G modem will debut on the iPhone SE, but won't beat Qualcomm. Future, better models could come to Mac.
Ian Carlos Campbell12.07.2024
If you're really bored, X’s Grok AI chatbot is now free to use
xAI's Grok-2 chatbot is now free to use for everyone, with some caveats. Regular users can only send ten messages every two hours.
Lawrence Bonk12.07.2024
Meta AI has ‘nearly’ 600 million monthly users
Meta AI is on the verge of passing its next major milestone, with “nearly” 600 million monthly users, Mark Zuckerberg shared in an update.
Karissa Bell12.07.2024
TikTok inches closer to a US ban after judges shoot down appeal
The law, signed early this year, requires TikTok’s owner ByteDance to sell the app by January 19. If not, it would face a ban in the US.
Will Shanklin12.07.2024
Crypto evangelist David Sacks will serve as Trump's AI and cryptocurrency advisor
On Thursday evening, president-elect Donald Trump took to Truth Social to announce that he was appointing former PayPal COO David Sacks as his “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.”
Igor Bonifacic12.07.2024
Google prolongs the lifespan of the Pixel Fold, 6 and 7 with extended OS updates
In a positive step for sustainability, Google has pledged two extra years of OS updates for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 lineups, as well as the Pixel Fold.
Kris Holt12.07.2024
The PlayStation 5 is still $75 off, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
This week's best tech deals include $75 off the PlayStation 5, $70 off the Apple Watch Series 10 and a new low for Apple's AirPods 4 with ANC.
Apple's AirPods 4 with ANC drop to a new low of $139
The ANC-enabled version of Apple's AirPods 4 have dropped to their lowest price to date. They can be yours for $139.
Kris Holt12.06.2024
Google Photos now has a 2024 recap feature
Google Photos just got a yearly recap feature, similar to Spotify Wrapped or Apple Replay. It also provides personalized captions created by AI.
Lawrence Bonk12.06.2024
iFixit now carries official Xbox replacement parts
As part of a deal it struck with Microsoft last year, iFixit has started selling genuine Xbox parts and offering repair guides.
Steve Dent12.06.2024
Brazilian judge overturns ruling that forced Apple to open up its Store
A Brazilian federal court has overturned an injunction forcing Apple to open up its App Store, ruling that it was "disproportionate and unnecessary.
Steve Dent12.06.2024
The Morning After: Google DeepMind’s Genie 2 can generate interactive 3D worlds
The biggest news stories this morning: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review, Overwatch 2 will test 6v6 role queue matches starting December 17, Android’s latest round of AI features improves accessibility, file sharing and more
Mat Smith12.06.2024
The best gaming monitors in 2024
Choosing any computer monitor can be tricky, but it gets even more confusing when you want a new display for gaming. Here's everything you need to know before buying a gaming monitor, plus the best gaming monitors you can get today.
Igor Bonifacic12.06.2024
California will require fingerprint screening for Uber drivers to provide rideshares to minors
California is introducing new requirements aimed at protecting young passengers traveling alone in taxis and rideshares.
Anna Washenko12.06.2024