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5 Exclusive Google Pixel Tablet Features You Won't Find On The iPad


500+SlashGear / 11h
Google is hopping back into the tablet market with the Pixel Tablet, boasting a new speaker dock - and exclusive features along with it - that aren't on iPad.


Tucker Carlson is reviving his show on Twitter
12KMashable / 1d
Former Fox News commentator Tucker Carlson has announced he is relaunching his talk show Tucker Carlson Tonight on Twitter . In a three-minute video posted to his account on Tuesday, Carlson claimed that news outlets are "misleading" viewers, and that Twitter is the last big platform in the world that allows free speech. This assertion itself is somewhat misleading, as it conflates lack of conten


Elon Claims Voice and Video Calls are 'Coming Soon' to Twitter
3KGizmodo / 15h
If you believe Elon Musk, Twitter is getting a suite of new capabilities, any minute now. The social media CEO said in a Tuesday night tweet that a first version of encrypted messaging would be released on his platform Wednesday. “Release of encrypted DMs V1.0 should happen tomorrow. This will grow in sophistication… Read more...



Everseen raises over $70M for AI tech to spot potential retail theft
TechCrunch / 9min
In 2007, Alan O’Herlihy, who previously worked with large SAP installations as well as retail, set out to find a way to help retailers minimize “shrinkage,” or where a store has fewer items in stock than in its recorded inventory. He settled on computer vision as the solution to the problem, and founded a company, Everseen , to commercialize the technology. Everseen — which uses computer vision t


Roland S-1 Tweak Synth is the most compelling member of the Aira Compact family
Engadget / 10min
Last year during Superbooth Roland unveiled the Aira Compact series – its first true competitors to Korg’s wildly successful Volca line. Now the company is back for Superbooth 2023 with a new addition to the family, the S-1 Tweak Synth. Like the T-8 and J-6, the S-1 uses Roland’s Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology to recreate the sound of an iconic instrument from its past, the SH-101. Whil


Wingcopter, Germany’s drone delivery startup, raises another $44M from the EIB
TechCrunch / 23min
Wingcopter , a startup out of Germany that has made a name for itself in the world of delivery drones used primarily for delivery of medicine and other goods to remote areas, has picked up some more financing to expand its business. The European Investment Bank is putting €40 million (close to $44 million) into the startup, funding that it will use in two areas: further developing its hardware li


Indians urged to report growing WhatsApp spam calls
BBC News - Technology / 1h
Many users have been complaining about receiving calls from unknown international numbers.


Europe’s Moral Crusader Lays Down the Law on Encryption
Wired / 1h
Ylva Johansson is on a personal mission to make the internet safer for children. Her opponents say her plans would wreck online privacy.


Quordle today - hints and answers for Thursday, May 11 (game #472)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints - now with added Daily Sequence answers! Yes, that's right: the makers of Quordle have a new game, which sees you complete four Wordle puzzles consecutively. The twist is that the letters you've already used on the first game are repeated on the second and so on. It's good fun, but also difficult - so if you already find yourself searching for Wordle


Watch the Google I/O 2023 keynote in under 18 minutes
Engadget / 1h
Google's I/O event this year was jam-packed with new product launches and an in-depth introduction to its new generative AI offerings. The star of its new set of device was, perhaps, the new Pixel Fold , a veritable rival to Samsung's foldables powered by a Tensor G2 chip. Like the Samsung Galaxy Fold, it opens like a book so you can fully use its 7.6-inch display, though it also comes with a 5.8


Disney’s Hotstar loses 8.4 million subscribers as Ambani’s JioCinema ascends
43TechCrunch / 1h
Disney, the global entertainment conglomerate operating a variety of streaming platforms, suffered a 2% contraction in its total subscriber base for the quarter ending March this year. The decline is largely attributed to one specific streaming service: Hotstar. The Disney+ Hotstar platform, catering to viewers in India and Southeast Asia, lost 4.6 million subscribers during the aforementioned qu


This Google AI keynote could have been a Gmail
Mashable / 1h
Even a company as mighty as Google , and even a technology with as much potential as AI , can't control the increasingly weird California weather. So, though CEO Sundar Pichai brought the world's developers and media to an outdoor stadium for a two-hour unveiling of Google's new AI offerings, he cannot be blamed for the unusually chilly May fog that choked Mountain View. Not even if it left his a


Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for May 11
Mashable / 2h
You're nearly there! Friday is tomorrow, but today — like every day — there is another Wordle . We're here as always to help guide the way with our expert Wordle advice and the solution. If you prefer to just be told the answer, you can scroll to the end of this article for May 11's Wordle word to be revealed. But if you'd rather work through it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and st


Twitter’s Encrypted DMs Are Deeply Inferior to Signal and WhatsApp
Wired / 2h
The social network's new privacy feature is technically flawed, opt-in, and limited in its functionality. All this for just $8 a month.


The Canon Powershot V10 is a quirky alternative to Sony for vlogging
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Vlogging cameras have boomed in recent years, with Sony pushing the concept, and the likes of Panasonic and Nikon throwing their hats into the ring. Now Canon has entered the market with a totally different offering, the Canon Powershot V10. It’s packing what is essentially the same 1-inch sensor as in the Canon Powershot G7 X III from 2019, with 4K/30p and Full HD 60p video recording, plus 20MP


This PC backup and security app bundle is on sale for 73% off
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The PC Transfer Kit Bundle is on sale for £27.75, saving you 73% on list price. It might be a while before your new computer feels as familiar as the old one. Whether it’s apps you haven’t downloaded yet or files you lost when your old machine failed, it can take some time to get acclimated to a new computer. That is, unless you use a few apps that practically let you copy everything you n


How to watch BBC iPlayer for free from abroad
Mashable / 2h
SAVE 49%: ExpressVPN is a top choice for fast and reliable unblocking of BBC iPlayer. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £81.38 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This discounted plan also comes with a money-back guarantee. Opens in a new tab Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) (opens in a new tab) £81.38 onl


Disney+ streaming service loses 4m subscribers in first quarter
20BBC News - Technology / 3h
Most losses came from its Hotstar service in Asia, which has lost rights to Indian cricket matches.


What Does A Cold Air Intake Do (And Is It Worth Getting One)?
SlashGear / 4h
A cold air intake is a simple modification you can make to your car that has a lot of benefits. We'll show you what it is and what those benefits are.


Google Pixel Tablet Hands-On: Good Hardware Can't Hide An Uphill Challenge
SlashGear / 5h
The Google Pixel tablet may mark the revival of the Android tablet industry, but first it will have to win over consumers. Here's our first impressions.


UK green energy projects worth billions stuck on hold
100+BBC News - Technology / 5h
Major UK renewable energy projects being delayed by more than 10 years as grid reaches capacity.


Leak of MSI UEFI signing keys stokes fears of “doomsday” supply chain attack
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23Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) A ransomware intrusion on hardware manufacturer Micro-Star International, better known as MSI, is stoking concerns of devastating supply chain attacks that could inject malicious updates that have been signed with company signing keys that are trusted by a huge base of end-user devices, a researcher said. “​​It’s kind of like a doomsday scenario where it’s very har


Google Pixel Fold Hands-On: The Good, The Bad, And The Creased
SlashGear / 6h
Google's first foldable has been revealed. The company promises solid features alongside a huge price. Is it worth the cost? Here's our hands-on impressions.



The Coolest Google Pixel Tablet Features, Ranked
SlashGear / 6h
Google has finally announced its upcoming Pixel Tablet and it really went all out. Here is a ranking of the coolest Google Pixel Tablet features.


Viral Sensation Bigolas Dickolas Wolfwood Has Spoken: Read Time War, Watch Trigun
26Gizmodo / 6h
After a viral tweet caused a 2019 sci-fi book to jump to the number six spot on the Amazon bestseller list , everyone involved was shocked. Not only were the authors confused (yet grateful!), but the young artist, whose previous social-media presence was mostly retweeting anime fanart, was also stunned. Read more...


APAC startups: Apply to Startup Battlefield 200
40TechCrunch / 7h
TechCrunch Disrupt is a global event, and the Startup Battlefield 200 cohort reflects the rich geographic genius the world has to offer. Although we’ve never had a startup from Antarctica, that’s probably just a matter of time. Right now, however, we’re looking at the countries that make up APAC and Oceania. APAC and Oceania: Join the Startup Battlefield 200 Time is running out, so we urge all st


Twitter's encrypted DMs are here — but only for verified users
42Engadget / 7h
Twitter is beginning to roll out its long-promised encrypted direct messaging feature. However, the initial rollout comes with some major limitations that could make it less than ideal for privacy-conscious Twitter users. Of note, the feature is currently only available to verified Twitter users, which includes Twitter Blue subscribers and those part of a “Verified Organization.” It’s not clear i


Google jumps into the AI coding assistant fray with Codey and Studio Bot
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / Android Studio will get a dedicated helper chatbot called Studio Bot. (credit: Google ) During today's I/O presentation, Google announced Studio Bot, an AI assistant that Android developers can use to help write and debug code. Built on Codey and the revised PaLM 2 large language model, Studio Bot is only available to US developers for now and is in its "very early days," Google said. I


The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again?) of Star Wars' Darksaber
Gizmodo / 8h
The Darksaber is gone . The black blade that became the symbol of Mandalore’s leader is, seemingly, no longer there to guide them in their new era of rebuilding and reunification after the events of The Mandalorian season three . But is anything ever really gone in Star Wars ? If we look to the weapon’s own history, and … Read more...


Earn Amex Points With Rakuten Shopping Portal
92One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Sign-up for a Rakuten account with a best-ever $40 bonus In this post I wanted to recap my favorite way of earning Amex Membership Rewards points that doesn’t involve credit cards. I’m talking about the ability to earn Amex points for online shopping through Rakuten, and that’s also why Rakuten is my favorite online shopping portal. This is an ideal time to sign-up, given the best-ever bonu


'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for May 11
Mashable / 8h
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam


Scammers used AI-generated Frank Ocean songs to steal thousands of dollars
200+Engadget / 8h
More AI-generated music mimicking a famous artist has made the rounds — while making lots of money for the scammer passing it off as genuine. A collection of fake Frank Ocean songs sold for a reported $13,000 CAD ($9,722 in US dollars) last month on a music-leaking forum devoted to the Grammy-winning singer, according to Vice . If the story sounds familiar, it’s essentially a recycling of last mo


Disney's Bob Iger Asks Florida If It Wants More Mouse Money or Not
100+Gizmodo / 8h
The legal battle between the Walt Disney Company and the state of Florida over Walt Disney World’s special district continues to heat up . Read more...


Cops Say Meteorite Appears to Have Smashed New Jersey House
100+Futurism / 9h
Direct Hit A possible meteorite struck a house in Hopewell, New Jersey on Monday. Though the 4-inch-by-6-inch object hasn't been officially confirmed to be a space rock, it certainly looks like one. The timing also makes sense: according to a Hopewell Township Police Department report , it's believed that the incident may be related to the Eta Aquariids, a meteor shower that reportedly reached it


Daily Crunch: OpenAI, Anthropic and Stability AI receive half of Sound Ventures’ $240M AI fund
TechCrunch / 9h
To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. PDT, subscribe here . Happy Google Day! There’s been a wall of interesting news coming out of the search-and-everything-else-too giant at its I/O event. Christine summarized everything Google has announced at I/O thus far , so that’s a good place to start. Also, it’s a rare treat when T


Google reveals AI updates as it vies with Microsoft
54BBC News - Technology / 9h
The internet search giant is rolling out generative artificial intelligence to its core engine.


May's PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup includes 'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart'
Engadget / 9h
Last Friday was the final day for PS5 owners to claim Sony’s PlayStation Plus Collection , a bundle that came with nearly 20 free games, including Bloodborne and God of War (2018) . When Sony announced at the start of February the collection was going away, the company said it would instead focus on growing the PlayStation Plus library of monthly games. Unsurprisingly then, May’s PS Plus lineup i


Netflix's African Queens Docuseries Sparks Divide With Egyptian Historians
Gizmodo / 9h
Egyptian Queen Cleopatra has captivated the attention of historians for centuries, many of whom say she was descended from Macedonian Greek kings, and claim that very little of her background was steeped in non-Greek ancestry. The new Netflix docuseries, African Queens, is changing the narrative and has received some … Read more...


Dealmaster: Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 tops our list
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
(credit: Pixabay ) From laptops to kitchen appliances and everything in between, we've rounded up some good deals on tech stuff you might want. If you're in the market for a new gaming laptop, an iPad, some Nintendo Switch games, or a robot smart vacuum to help keep the house clean while you sip on a freshly brewed cup of coffee from your new coffee machine, we have some options here. Arguably th


New Defamation Suit Against Fox Signals Continued Legal Threat
500+NYT > Technology / 9h
The suit, brought by a specialist in Russian disinformation, cites parallels with the recently settled Dominion Voting Systems case against Fox.


Disney+ and Hulu Will Combine Into One App
300+Gizmodo / 9h
These days, it often feels like there are far too many streaming services out there. For once though, the news is perhaps fewer—not more—subscriptions on the way. Say goodbye to separate streaming subs for Disney+ and Hulu. The two services are set to become one for U.S. customers by the end of 2023. Read more...


sovietpostcards:Saltykov-Shchedrin State Public Library in...
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
sovietpostcards : Saltykov-Shchedrin State Public Library in Leningrad, 1943. The library did not stop working all through the siege of the city. 42,500 readers visited the Public Library during the war and read 1,500,000 books.


ripplefactor: Long ago & far away .. Young woman reading...
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
ripplefactor : Long ago & far away .. Young woman reading “The Pillow Book (makura no soshi)” , Katsushika Hokusai, Japan, 1822.



heaveninawildflower:Decorative front and back covers and end...
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/btv1b10025019f/f72.item heaveninawildflower : Decorative front and back covers and end paper taken from ‘Album de surimono’ after Kitagawa Utamaro, Katsushika Hokusai, Totoya Hokkei. Published 1890-1930. Bibliothèque nationale de France. Département des Manuscrits.


Now live: JetBlue overhauls TrueBlue loyalty program with major new perks and 4 status tiers
100+The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This post was updated with new details. JetBlue Airways has overhauled its TrueBlue loyalty program. The new, hotly anticipated frequent flyer program now uses “Tiles” as a status metric, among other changes. Don’t fret: It’s good news for most flyers. The New York-based carrier’s updated TrueBlue program brings changes to the perks you receive for flying and transacting with JetBl


This Dell 6K monitor is the Apple Pro Display we wish Apple would make
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
If you're reading this on an Apple Pro Display XDR you're probably very happy with your monitor. It's big, it's bold, it's bright, and it's got an Apple logo on it. But how much are people really willing to pay for that logo? The Pro Display XDR retails for an eye-watering $4,999 and that's without a stand of course. So what if I told you that a similar 6K 32-inch monitor could be bought from Del


New AI Features, the Pixel Fold, and More Updates From This Year's Google I/O
Lifehacker / 9h
Google I/O is the company’s big spring event, where it can show off new software and hardware customers and developers alike can look forward to. This year’s I/O was over two hours long, and was almost all about AI. That shouldn’t be surprising, but when the leaks talked so much about the new Google Pixel Fold , you… Read more...


Pakistan Internet Restrictions Could be 'Indefinite'
32Gizmodo / 9h
People in Pakistan are facing significant, ongoing restrictions to their internet access following political protests and the arrest of the country’s former prime minister. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirmed that it intentionally cut off mobile internet service beginning Tuesday, according to Geo… Read more...


Robert Rodriguez Made a New Sci-Fi Movie Starring Ben Affleck. Seriously.
26Gizmodo / 9h
When you hear the name “Robert Rodriguez,” a montage of images instantly comes to mind. Antonio Banderas shooting a gun shaped like a guitar case. Salma Hayek dancing with a snake. Two gadget-covered kids popping out of the screen in 3D. A black-and-white Mickey Rourke lumbering through a comic book frame . With … Read more...


This Is The AI Future Of Google Search
SlashGear / 9h
With AI innovating and expanding at a rapid pace, Google is leaning heavily into the generative technology with Google Search's new AI-powered functionality.


Watch Google I/O Open With A Bizarre Ai-Generated Song About A Duck With Lips
SlashGear / 9h
Before Google's keynote, Dan Deacon's live AI musical composition took a turn for the bizarre when a person dressed as a duck with human lips walked onstage.


Disney+ and Hulu content to combine into one streaming app
TechCrunch / 9h
In a significant move made by Disney, the company announced Wednesday that U.S. customers are getting a new app that combines Disney+ and Hulu content. The company also announced that it is raising the price of the Disney+ ad-free tier later in the year. During Disney’s quarterly earnings call, CEO Bob Iger revealed that the new streaming option will launch later this year. However, the company a


Will the Pixel Fold Have the Same Problems as the Pixel Watch?
How-To Geek / 10h
After much build-up, Google finally entered the foldable phone market with the Pixel Fold. It’s a similar story to last year’s Pixel Watch, which was Google’s long-awaited Wear OS device. Will the Pixel Fold have the same first-gen issues? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Android 14 Beta 2 Arrives With Support For More Phones
How-To Geek / 10h
It wouldn’t be a Google I/O event without a new version of Android. The Android 14 developer preview and first beta arrived earlier this year, but now it’s getting an update. Google just unleashed the beta two release, and it’s available on more than just Pixel phones. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Android Studio's New AI Bot Will Help You Code Better Apps
How-To Geek / 10h
App developers have used Android Studio for nearly a decade since its arrival in 2013, and at Google I/O 2023, Google announced several features to make it even better. That includes an all-new conversational AI chatbot to help devs build better apps and find poor code. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Everything Announced at Google's I/O 2023 Keynote
How-To Geek / 10h
As expected, Google used this year’s I/O developer keynote to cement itself as a longstanding leader in artificial intelligence. The majority of Wednesday’s I/O 2023 keynote was spent discussing AI-enabled features, new AI models, and how to responsibly deploy AI applications. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


So You've Googled Your Symptoms
Lifehacker / 10h
You know you’re not supposed to consult Dr. Google when what you really need is a real doctor, but you’re here because you did. You had a headache, and now you’re halfway convinced it’s a brain tumor, and you’re freaking out. Sit down. Take a deep breath. It’s going to be okay. Let’s talk. Read more...


New Delta ‘Grab And Go’ Strategy To Reduce Lines Getting Into The Airport Lounge
View from the Wing / 10h
Delta has a new option to entice people not to take up space in their New York JFK lounge: a grab and go where you can get food and drink, but this requires a ticket that you get by agreeing to forego use of the lounge . Continue reading ...


The Google Pixel 6a got $100 cheaper following the Pixel 7a announcement
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $100: Following the release of the Google Pixel 7a on May 10, the Google Pixel 6a is now just $349, marking a $100 price decrease, or 22% savings, just one year after the 6a was released. Opens in a new tab Credit: Google Google Pixel 6a (opens in a new tab) $349 at Google (save $100) (opens in a new tab) Google I/O 2023 has brought plenty of exciting announcements, including the release of


All the AI announcements from Google I/O 2023
Mashable / 10h
Google had a lot to announce at this year's Google I/O event. And most of it was in some way AI-related. The sudden explosion of artificial intelligence products on the scene led by OpenAI's popular ChatGPT has clearly shaped what Google's been working on. Don't take Mashable's word for it. Google CEO Sundar Pichai said so himself. Pichai opened up the event by sharing that AI has had a very big


Best Google Pixel Fold offers and preorder deals: Where to buy Google's first foldable smartphone
Mashable / 10h
To absolutely no one's surprise , Google's first-ever foldable smartphone has landed. The new Google Pixel Fold debuted at the company's annual I/O conference Wednesday, confirming a few years of rumors and introducing some serious competition for last fall's stellar Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 . The small tablet-shaped device features a 7.6-inch display and the same Tensor G2 chip as the Pixel 7 seri


Possible Meteorite Crashes Through Roof of New Jersey Home
78Gizmodo / 10h
A metallic oblong-shaped rock may have made its way from space all the way to the surface of Earth, traveling hundreds of millions of miles only to land in New Jersey. Read more...


Google makes it easier to build sleek Android TV apps
74Engadget / 10h
Expect to see better looking Android TV apps, as well as more offerings from developers, in the future. At Google I/O today, the company announced the alpha version of Compose for TV , a framework that will make it easier to build attractive Android TV apps with less code and more intuitive tools. Google says developers will be able to bring over their existing code, and by moving to Compose it s



Google’s Project Starline booth gave me a holographic meeting experience
300+Engadget / 10h
It’s been two years since Google introduced its Project Starline holographic video conferencing experiment, and though we didn’t hear more about it during the keynote at I/O 2023 today, there’s actually been an update. The company quietly announced that it’s made new prototypes of the Starline booth that are smaller and easier to deploy. I was able to check out a demo of the experience here at Sh


Wendy's Installing Drive-Thru AI Chatbot That Takes Your Order
200+Futurism / 10h
Fries With That? Wendy's is the latest fast food chain to get in on the AI craze. The company has announced that it will let an AI chatbot take customer orders at the drive-thru window. The Wall Street Journal reports that the Ohio-based company will be introducing an AI chatbot, developed by Google's cloud-computing division, to one of its Columbus locations as it tests out whether the technolog


Chipolo's new item trackers are basically AirTags for Android
Engadget / 10h
Google doesn't have a direct equivalent to Apple's AirTags , but it might come close. Chipolo has teamed up with Google to introduce One Point (shown above) and Card Point (below) item trackers that work exclusively with Android's Find My Device network. They take advantage of the phone platform's ubiquity to not only increase the chances of locating your gear, but to find unknown trackers that m


Mosquitoes Have Mixed Feelings About Soap, Study Finds
Gizmodo / 10h
Mosquitos and the humans they feed on seem to have something in common: a discerning palate for soap. In a new study this week, scientists have found that female, blood-sucking mosquitos are drawn to certain kinds of soaps commonly used by people while repelled by others, though sometimes in unexpected ways. The… Read more...


Yvette Nicole Brown on the Pulled Dungeons & Dragons Episode of Community | io9 interview
41Gizmodo / 10h
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Advertising on Twitter Means You Support Tucker Carlson Now
300+Gizmodo / 10h
Tucker Carlson made a dazzling announcement on Tuesday: the recently-fired Fox News star will host his next show on Twitter . Carlson’s new broadcasts, which could cost him the $25 million Fox still owes him, will bring Twitter more attention, but they may spell bad news for the company’s bottom line. Read more...


Google I/O Security Features Include Dark Web Scans, Safe Browsing, and AI Context for Images
Gizmodo / 10h
Google’s 2023 I/O conference is finally here and it brings with it a number of new security and privacy features for users. Let’s take a quick look. Read more...


Everything Google Announced at I/O 2023
35Wired / 10h
From new mobile hardware and AI enhancements to search and productivity tools, here are the key takeaways from the May 10 presentation.


5 ways AI is going to change the way you use Google Search
300+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Google just held its I/O 2023 event , where a large amount of time was dedicated to how AI will boost the company's many platforms. Gmail , for example, is going to be able to write more detailed emails that may help you get refunds on canceled flights. Google Bard , the company’s own generative AI, will integrate itself into multiple first-party apps like those on Workspace. However, one of the


You can now stream Android phone apps to your Chromebook
Engadget / 10h
You won't have to install Android apps on your Chromebook when you need them in a pinch. After a preview at CES last year , Google has enabled app streaming through Phone Hub in Chrome OS Beta. You can quickly check your messages, or track the status of a food order without having to sign in again. Once Phone Hub is enabled, you can stream apps by either clicking a messaging app notification or b


Book flights to the Caribbean from cities across the US starting at $179
93The Points Guy / 10h
Escape to the sun and sand this year … at a bargain. Round-trip flights to various places in the Caribbean and surrounding countries are as low as $179. Even better, multiple airlines are offering these cheap fares from many major cities across the U.S. Fly to Jamaica, Honduras, Colombia, Mexico or the U.S. Virgin Islands from cities like Chicago, Atlanta and Boston. Looking out on the water in t


Google ‘Perspectives’ integrates Reddit, YouTube, TikTok and more in search results
TechCrunch / 10h
Alongside its work to integrate more AI features into Search, Google today also announced it’s introducing a new “Perspectives” filter will be coming to the top of some of its Search results when the results “would benefit from others’ experiences,” Google says — like posts on discussion boards, Q&A sites and social media platforms, including those with video. That means it will be easier to acce


The Mint, started by Better Tomorrow Ventures, wants to be the accelerator fintech needs
TechCrunch / 10h
Better Tomorrow Ventures’ Sheel Mohnot landed some of his biggest wins before he ever started a venture firm. The investor previously worked as a partner at 500 , previously known as 500 Startups, where he raised and ran a dedicated fintech fund as well as helped build an accelerator. There he met his eventual founding partner at BTV – Jake Gibson – and backed a cadre of fintech startups, includi


Google’s answer to ChatGPT is now open to everyone in US, packing new features
100+Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Google) At Wednesday's Google I/O conference, Google announced wide availability of its ChatGPT-like AI assistant, Bard , in over 180 countries with no waitlist. It also announced updates such as support for Japanese and Korean, visual responses to queries, integration with Google services, and add-ons that will extend Bard's capabilities. Similar to how OpenAI upgraded ChatGPT w


The Nexus 7 was Google’s only great tablet, and it has never tried to replace it
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / Someone poking at a 2013 Nexus 7, Google's last (and possibly only) great tablet. (credit: Google) Well, here we are again—Google is trying to make an Android tablet happen . The company has released a brand-new Pixel Tablet to show off some of the tablet-centric optimizations that it has added to recent versions of Android while also maybe-possibly coaxing app developers in the directi


FDA advisers vote unanimously in favor of OTC birth control pills
57Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Perrigo) A panel of independent medical experts for the Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously on Wednesday in favor of allowing the hormonal birth control pill Opill (norgestrel) to be sold over the counter rather than by prescription. The 17-0 vote by the panel came after a two-day meeting in which the experts reviewed data and analyses from the pill's maker, Laboratoir


Google finally demos generative AI in Search, with a waitlist starting today
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Google I/O is clearly the "We're extremely jealous of ChatGPT" show, and the first hour was packed with Google announcing generative AI features for every input box the company has control over. The company's most important input box is the one on the homepage of Google.com, and wouldn't you know it, that's getting generative AI , too. But didn't Google already release a generative AI thing? It d


eReader-LCD hybrid gadgets keep coming—and so do the trade-offs
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / Philips' display connects a QHD IPS monitor to a 13.3-inch eReader via a hinge. (credit: Philips ) For daily productivity, work, web browsing, and entertainment, eReaders can't compete with the crisp colors and high refresh rates of LCD displays. LCDs (and increasingly OLEDs) have and will be center stage for monitors and laptops. But that doesn't mean LCDs can't share some of the spotl


Google Pixel Fold: The thinnest foldable (with the biggest battery) in the US
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
This lineup, from left to right, shows the Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 7a, and then the Pixel Fold. It's very short and very wide. [credit: Google ] Following Google's early half-announcement that the Pixel Fold is a real phone, Google finally posted the full details of the upcoming foldable today during the company's I/O conference. Google's first foldable smartphone will cost $1,799 , and it's


Google’s Pixel Tablet looks just like a smart display, so why isn’t it one?
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The Pixel Tablet on the magnetic dock. [credit: Google ] The Pixel Tablet was announced one year ago at Google I/O 2022 , then a second time at the Pixel 7's launch event , and now it's back on stage for a third time at Google I/O 2023. This time, it's getting a full spec sheet and a price. The Pixel Tablet is officially in iPad territory at $499 , and that's with the fancy magnetic speaker dock



Pixel 7a review: More of Google’s winning formula
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The Pixel 7a, now packing a 90 Hz display. [credit: Ron Amadeo ] You know the drill by now—the Pixel a-series is the best phone line Google makes. A combination of good design, a great camera, the right specs, and a low price makes it our usual recommendation for prospective Android phone buyers on a budget. The Pixel 7a presents more of that winning formula, and a few key upgrades this year make


Everything Announced at Google I/O 2023
Gizmodo / 10h
Today, Google executives took to the stage at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California to talk about the company’s latest advancements in artificial intelligence, Android, and Pixel hardware. If you didn’t have it in you to sit through the two hour live-streamed event (we feel you), here’s the most… Read more...


Google opens up access to its text-to-music AI
58Engadget / 10h
AI-generated music has been in the spotlight lately, between a track that seemingly featured vocals from Drake and The Weeknd gaining traction to Spotify reportedly removing thousands of songs over concerns that people were using them to game the system. Now, Google is wading further into that space as the company is opening up access to its text-to-music AI, which is called MusicLM. Google detai


Disney+ loses subscribers for second quarter in a row, drops 4M subs
27TechCrunch / 10h
As Disney approaches its third round of expected layoffs and deals with production delays due to the ongoing writers strike , the company delivered more bad news to investors. Its flagship streaming service, Disney+, lost four million subscribers in Q2 2023 , bringing the total to 157.8 million subscribers, compared to 161.8 million subs in the previous quarter. Analysts expected subscriber growt


Google Bard just got a whole lot smarter: here are 7 big upgrades
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Google I/O 2023 , the company’s annual developer conference, showcased some incredible technology - and to no one's surprise, AI was at the forefront of the event. Google Bard , in particular, received some serious updates that should propel it forward from its mediocre launch and muted reception. What's more, it’s now available to everyone. Sissie Hsio, Vice President and General Manager for Goo


Android's big Find My Device upgrade is as controversial as it is useful
76TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Google has announced a big update to Android's 'Find My Device' feature, which will soon help you track valuables using third-party Bluetooth trackers – and also warn you about unwanted nearby Apple AirTags. Like Apple's 'Find My' network, Google's "major update" to its existing Find My Device feature will anonymously use billions of Android devices around the world to help you track down lost or


Ingenious Plan Could Save NASA’s Hubble Telescope
200+Futurism / 10h
Falling Slowly NASA's Hubble Space Telescope is slowly falling to its death — but now , a couple of startups have a solution that may just be crazy enough to work. As Gizmodo reports, the Tokyo-based Astroscale startup and California's Momentus Space have drafted a joint plan to save Hubble, which has been slowly sinking further into low-Earth orbit since it was first launched 33 years ago. At th


Ambitious Emirati Mission Seeks to Visit 7 Asteroids and Land on the Big Red One
Gizmodo / 11h
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) space program may still be in its infancy, but the oil-rich country has big plans to surpass its inaugural Mars mission . For its upcoming mission to the main asteroid belt, the Arab nation has revealed the names of the seven space rocks to serve as its targets. Read more...


The Google Pixel 7a is available now. Here are the best deals on the new budget-friendly phone.
Mashable / 11h
UPDATE: May. 10, 2023, 5:22 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest and greatest preorder deals on the new Google Pixel 7a. Quick links: Amazon Google Pixel 7a (opens in a new tab) Get a $50 Amazon gift card and 90 days of Amazon Music Unlimited for free (opens in a new tab) AT&T Google Pixel 7a (opens in a new tab) Pay $2/month with an installment plan and an eligible unlimited plan


Google is bringing Zoom, Teams and Webex meetings to Android Auto
200+Engadget / 11h
At I/O 2023 today, Google shared a few updates for both Android Auto and Android Automotive OS. Perhaps the biggest news is that Google is working with Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex to bring those virtual meeting apps to Android-equipped vehicles. If the thought of joining a video call in your car sounds like a driving hazard, don't worry: the meetings will be audio only with simplified c


Google Is Racing to Bring More AI to Android
39Wired / 11h
From generative wallpapers to chatbot-enabled text messaging, your next Android phone will get a boost from Google's tools powered by artificial intelligence.


Google is bringing YouTube to more cars, starting with Polestar
TechCrunch / 11h
Google announced Wednesday at its I/O event that all cars with Google built-in will have YouTube available, starting with Polestar vehicles. The expansion of YouTube’s availability comes as more new vehicles today feature high-tech infotainment systems that promise to add new levels of convenience and entertainment to the lives of drivers and passengers. What that often looks like in practical te


Google adding Cisco, Microsoft and Zoom (audio) conferencing to Android Auto
TechCrunch / 11h
Google announced Wednesday that it’s working with Cisco, Microsoft and Zoom to bring conferencing into vehicles via Android Auto — a feature that may just keep folks from attempting to drive while balancing their phone on their lap with a video conferencing app open. Yes, we see you drivers. The new conferencing feature, which will be audio for now, was announced Wednesday at Google’s I/O confere


All the ways Google is driving deeper into the automotive world
TechCrunch / 11h
Google introduced Wednesday at its Google I/O 2023 event a number of new features and services designed for cars, including video conferencing, gaming and YouTube as the tech company continues its drive further into the automotive world. The company has been making inroads into automotive via two paths: Android Auto, an app that runs on the user’s phone and wirelessly communicates with and projec


How to Tell Your Frozen Food Has Gone Bad (Without Tasting It)
Lifehacker / 11h
It’s difficult to imagine modern life without access to refrigeration. Not only does it make grocery shopping a lot easier to plan, being able to freeze our food and leftovers allows us to take advantage of bulk discounts and reduce food waste. Plus, having a freezer means you can literally enjoy a burrito whenever… Read more...


Google Pixel Fold release date, price, specs and features
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Google’s long-awaited first foldable phone is finally here, with the company unveiling the Google Pixel Fold at Google I/O 2023 , alongside the Pixel 7a and Pixel Tablet . This looks to essentially be a foldable take on the Pixel 7 Pro , and that’s no bad thing, as Google’s 2022 flagship remains one of the best phones you can buy. But the Pixel Fold is a far more ambitious device, with much of th


Google’s latest Project Starline prototype uses AI to make 3D images of people
TechCrunch / 11h
Today at I/O, Google announced the latest prototype of Project Starline, its 3D teleconferencing video booth. On the face of it, the biggest difference a dramatic reduction in hardware. The earlier model, which it showed off late last year , relied on several cameras to capture speakers from all angles. This time out, however, the system only has a “few” of them, leaning on AI and ML to generate


Tinder-inspired Cala dares you to swipe left on useless meetings
76TechCrunch / 11h
Move over, meat market and, um…hello, meet market. A two-person team made some waves this week with Cala , a web app they’re marketing as “Tinder for canceling meetings.” The free service integrates with Google Calendar and borrows the tried -and- true swipe mechanic from dating apps. It tasks users to swipe left on meetings they consider a waste of time, or right on meetings they’d like to keep


With over 1M published apps, Google’s Flutter expands its support for web apps and WebAssembly
TechCrunch / 11h
Flutter , Google’s open-source multi-platform application framework, has been seeing quite a bit of momentum lately, with both Google’s internal teams betting on it for projects like the new Play Console App, the Google Cloud mobile app and Android’s Nearby Share app for Windows using it, as well as developers at Canonical (for the new Ubuntu installer), France’s SNCF and others using it for thei


Open Channel: What's Your Favorite Legend of Zelda Game?
Gizmodo / 11h
Come tomorrow night, Nintendo’s big game of the spring season, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, releases. Read more...



Google I/O 2023: Everything announced at the event
500+Engadget / 11h
To say the Google I/O 2023 keynote was packed would be an understatement. Google unveiled a flurry of new Pixel devices as well as the latest versions of Android and other platforms. It also won't surprise you to hear that AI was everywhere — this was Google's big chance to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT. Don't worry if you missed something during the event, though, as we've got all the biggest an


Google Play developers can now use generative AI to create store listings
Engadget / 11h
Generative AI really is everywhere. It's used to make social media avatars . It can help debug code . It can even ask nosey neighbors to be a little more polite to each other . Now, Google is hoping to use it to encourage app developers to expand their use of custom store listings on the Google Play store. New features announced at Google I/O will give developers will access to AI-powered tools t


Google directed a sick burn at Apple during I/O 2023
89Mashable / 11h
At Google I/O 2023, the company snuck in a dig at Apple. "We hope every mobile operating system gets the message and adopts RCS, so we can all hang out in the group chat together no matter what device we're using," said VP of Product Management Sameer Samat, to raucous applause. Samat is referring of course to the difference in messaging channels used by Android and Apple. SEE ALSO: At Google I/O


Google is really excited about Android 14's new wallpaper features
Mashable / 11h
In preparation for today's Google I/O event , I prepared a list of potential updates the tech giant would announce for Android 14, like updates to accessibility, security, and maybe a new health app. But at Google I/O , the brand barely touched on any of those elements. Instead, they wanted you to know that they've really got you covered when it comes to wallpapers (and they even reached out to M


Building Wear OS watch faces just got easier
TechCrunch / 11h
At its I/O developer conference today, Google announced a new way for developers to build Wear OS watch faces, along with overall updates to the Android Wear platform, including Wear OS 4. With this update, developers now get access to a new declarative format to design and build their watch faces, using the Jetpack Watch Face library, when they build watch faces for Wear OS 4 watches. Because th


SoLo Funds settles lawsuit over predatory lending accusations in District of Columbia
TechCrunch / 11h
The District of Columbia Attorney General today announced an agreement with SoLo Funds, a fintech company that enables peer-to-peer lending, to settle a lawsuit that alleged SoLo Funds engaged in predatory lending practices. The practices alleged include Los Angeles-based SoLo Funds not telling customers “the true cost of the loans on its platform” and that it “facilitated loans with over 500% AP


Google launches ML Hub to help AI developers train and deploy their models
54TechCrunch / 11h
At its I/O developers conference, Google today announced its new ML Hub , a one-stop destination for developers who want to get more guidance on how to train and deploy their ML models, no matter whether they are in the early stages of their AI career or seasoned professionals. “We talk about this concept of democratizing machine learning and really making it more accessible, so something that we


Android Studio gets a built-in coding bot
66TechCrunch / 11h
Android Studio , like so much of Google’s product portfolio, is getting its infusion of AI today at the company’s annual I/O developer conference. Android Studio Hedgehog, the upcoming version of Android Studio currently in the canary release channel, will be the first to add support for the here., a new conversational experience in Android Studio meant to help developers write code and fix bugs


Google’s Health Connect platform is coming to Android 14 with new features
TechCrunch / 11h
At its annual Google I/O conference, Google announced a few updates to Health Connect, which is a platform that allows users to store health data and adjust privacy settings all in one place. Health Connect is currently available in Beta , but starting with the release of Android 14 later this year, Health Connect will be a core part of Android and available on all Android mobile devices. Users w


Google Play developers will be able to push you to update your apps
TechCrunch / 11h
In addition to its AI-powered Play Store updates, Google also introduced today several new security and privacy features for both app developers and Play Store users at its I/O developer conference . These include updates to its Play Integrity API, the introduction of a new beta version of the Play Console app, changes to the Data safety section on the Play Store, and more. Play Store users, mean


Google brings AI and more to the Play Store
TechCrunch / 11h
Google is bringing its AI technology to the Play Store. At this week’s developer event, Google I/O , the company announced several new ways for developers to use its AI to build and optimize their Android apps for the Play Store, alongside a host of other tools to grow their app’s audience through things like automated translations and other promotional efforts. The AI updates present another way


YouTube could be getting a real-time translator in the future
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Seamlessly integrating AI capabilities from PaLM 2 across the Google ecosystem, including Bard, has been a major theme at the Google I/O 2023 event. Although Google believes there are some features that shouldn’t be released instantly. During the Google I/O keynote, the company’s senior vice president of technology and society, James Manyika, raised concerns about the potential tensions between m


‘Temptation Bundling’ Can Help You Complete Tasks You Hate
Lifehacker / 11h
Productivity hacks often have funky little names. You have your Pomodoro technique , the idea of “ eating the frog ,” and now, temptation bundling. Temptation bundling, per Ness Labs , involves combining an activity that gives you instant gratification with one you don’t like to do. The best example is waiting to watch… Read more...


MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ Promises Improved Gaming, Battery Life
SlashGear / 11h
The upcoming 9200+ chipset from MediaTek boasts improved performance from a similar foundation, increasing performance without destroying battery life.


Google Pixel 7a Vs. Pixel 7: Key Differences You Need To Know Before Buying
SlashGear / 11h
With the announcement of the Pixel 7a, you might be wondering how it compares to the Pixel 7. We break it all down for you and the results might surprise you.


Pixel Fold: How Google's First Foldable Phone Stacks Up To The Galaxy Z Fold 4
SlashGear / 11h
Google officially debuted its Pixel Fold phone at Google I/O 2023. We took a look at how it compares to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 in terms of hardware.


New Google Home App Features That Will Change The Way You Use Your Smart Devices
SlashGear / 11h
Google has updated its Home app, giving IoT users access to new features and a new design that makes it easier to find the devices you use the most.


Improved Google Home App Launches With Support For Pixel Tablet, More Matter Devices
SlashGear / 11h
Amid Google's bigger announcements at I/O 2023, the company has introduced the revamped Google Home app with new features and improvements for IoT users.


Pixel Fold Fully Revealed: 7.6-Inch Display, Tensor G2, 24-Hour Battery Life
SlashGear / 11h
Google finally announced the Pixel Fold, Google's first foldable phone, and it comes with some very impressive specifications and an unusual aspect ratio.



Pixel 7a Announced With $499 Price Point, Google Tensor G2
SlashGear / 11h
Google has launched the new Pixel 7a with a host of upgrades over its predecessor. We have the full details of Googls's latest midrange phone.


Google Pixel 7a Review: Flat, Solid, And Smart
SlashGear / 11h
Narrowing the gap with the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, Google's most affordable smartphone might have you wondering if the Pixel 7a is all the Android you really need.


Google Finally Releases Full Pixel Tablet Specs After A Year Of Teases
SlashGear / 11h
After years of speculation, Google is returning to the tablet space with the Pixel Tablet. We have all the details, specifications, and use cases, right here.


The best websites for searching SkyTeam award availability
76The Points Guy / 11h
After welcoming Virgin Atlantic to the alliance earlier this year, SkyTeam now has 19 member airlines connecting almost 350 million yearly passengers on more than 10,000 daily flights to 1,000-plus destinations across 184 countries. SkyTeam, like competitors Star Alliance and Oneworld, is a group of airlines that work together and allow frequent flyer members to earn and redeem miles across the n


No more leaks: The Google Pixel Fold is finally, officially real
29Mashable / 11h
It's about time. After a few years of everyone kinda knowing that a Google foldable was coming thanks to leaks and rumors , it's actually, finally, officially real. The Google Pixel Fold was shown off at I/O 2023 on Wednesday in all its mini-tablet-shaped glory. The Pixel Fold launches in June for $1800. It comes in two colors: porcelain and obsidian. Pixel Fold specs As expected, the Pixel Fold'


The Google Pixel Fold has been officially unveiled at Google I/O 2023
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
We knew we’d be seeing the Google Pixel Fold at Google I/O 2023 , and now the company's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 rival has been officially announced as part of Google’s keynote. You can head over to our Google I/O 2023 live blog for news on all the other announcements, including the Pixel 7a and Pixel Tablet , but as for Google's first foldable phone, the company has revealed that this key rival t


Google Pixel Fold preorders: everything you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The Google Pixel Fold was announced today at Google I/O 2023 after it leaked in the days running up to the event. It's an exciting reveal as it's the company's first foldable phone and it will launch later this year on June 27. However, if you want to secure yours ahead of time it was also confirmed that Google Pixel Fold preorders are open from today. The Google Pixel Fold will cost $1,799 / £1,


Google Meet thinks it might finally be able to topple Microsoft Teams at last
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Google is looking to up its game in the video conferencing space with the launch of several new AI-powered tools and services. The company has revealed that Google Meet is getting some new AI boosts, aimed at making it a core part of your everyday working life, but also one that reflects you. Revealed at Google I/O 2023 , the tools use the newly-announced Duet AI for Google Workspace platform to


Microsoft's CEO Says No Raises for Full-Time Employees This Year
300+Gizmodo / 11h
Microsoft has decided to cut raises for full-time staff this year, citing that hackneyed refrain: “tumultuous economic conditions.” Read more...


Google’s Firebase gets AI extensions, opens up its marketplace
TechCrunch / 11h
Firebase , Google’s backend-as-a-service platform for application developers, is getting its fair share of new features at the company’s I/O developer conference today, but the marquee update is the addition of AI extensions , powered by Google’s PaLM API. That’s in addition to support for the Python language in Cloud Functions for Firebase (2nd gen), updates to the Cloud Firestore database servi


Guide To Citi Premier Card Bonus Categories
65One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Citi Premier ® Card There’s a lot to love about the $95 annual fee Citi Premier ® Card ( review ), including that the card is currently offering a great welcome bonus . One particularly compelling aspect of the card is that it’s the mid-range credit card with the best bonus categories, in my opinion. In many ways the Citi Premier Card is a competitor to the Chase Sapphire


Google Pixel Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: Battle of the foldables
1KEngadget / 11h
After confirming its existence last week, Google has formally introduced the Pixel Fold , its first stab at a foldable phone. Like past foldables, the new Pixel has a vertical hinge that lets it unfurl like a book. When it's folded, you get a more traditional form factor with a 5.8-inch display. Open it up, and you get a wider 7.6-inch screen for multitasking or watching videos. Both OLED panels


Google Pixel Fold Hands-On: A Pricey Folding Pixel
56Wired / 11h
This folding smartphone costs $1,799. It has two screens, five cameras, and a few unique software tricks.


Google Photos Magic Editor Will Fix Your Pictures With AI
How-To Geek / 11h
Google Photos has, for a long time, allowed for editing photos, often in magic ways thanks to the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. As Google pivots into the next natural step, generative AI, Google Photos is one of the tools that will get supercharged as a result. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


The Google Pixel Fold Is a Sleek (and Pricey) Folding Phone
How-To Geek / 11h
Google revealed the Pixel Fold last week, following months of leaks and rumors, but there still weren’t many details about the phone. Today at Google I/O, the company revealed more about its first folding phone. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


The Google Pixel Tablet Has a Speaker Dock, Costs $499
How-To Geek / 11h
Google revealed the Pixel Tablet last year, promising it would arrive sometime in 2023 as a competitor against Apple’s iPad lineup and Samsung’s Galaxy Tab series. Today, the company finally revealed more details. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


The Google Pixel 7a Budget Phone Is Here, and It Looks Great
How-To Geek / 11h
Google’s Pixel smartphones have a loyal following. While flagship models garner media attention and make for fantastic purchases, it’s usually the mid-range “A” series that gets the most sales. Google is yet again seeking to replicate that winning formula with the launch of the Pixel 7a. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Epic’s Fall Guys adds a creative mode so players can design their own levels
TechCrunch / 11h
Epic Games is expanding Fall Guys — its bubbly battle royale populated by little jellybean dudes — to make room for player-crafted creativity. With its fourth season, live today, Fall Guys adds a new creative mode that invites players to sculpt their own levels with beginner-friendly game design tools. In the new mode, anyone can create new obstacle course gauntlets filled with big boxing gloves,


Microsoft Office, Netflix, Amazon Kindle and more are tuning their apps for the new Pixel Fold
TechCrunch / 11h
Google launched its first foldable device, the Pixel Fold, at the Google I/O developer conference today. While the device itself will be available later this summer, the company is working with some notable organizations — including Microsoft, Zoom, Netflix, and Amazon — to make some of their popular apps well-suited for the Pixel Fold. The new foldable has a 5.8-inch external display (when folde


Google’s $1,799 Pixel Fold arrives in late June
100+TechCrunch / 11h
Google long ago abandoned the pretense of surprise about the Pixel line. There’s an extent to which you can point the finger at the hardware rumor industrial complex. But at the end of the day, the company was always going to take matters into its own hands and announce its most anticipated hardware device a week early on Twitter. After all, Google announced the new Pixel Tablet exactly a year ag



Google’s Pixel Tablet ships with its own speaker dock
TechCrunch / 11h
We knew the Pixel Tablet was coming. In fact, we’ve known it for a year. Google teased the device at last year’s I/O. It was one of those “don’t worry, we’re working on stuff” sort of deals, with an extremely broad 2023 release date. The company offered a (slightly) better look at the system at its October event, offering a very quick preview of the dock. Honestly, the dock is the most exciting p


‘Universal translator’ dubs and lip-syncs speakers – but Google warns against misuse
200+TechCrunch / 11h
Google is testing a powerful new translation service that redubs video in a new language while also synchronizing the speaker’s lips with words they never spoke. It could be very useful for a lot of reasons, but the company was upfront about the possibility of abuse and the steps taken to prevent it. “Universal Translator” was shown off at Google I/O during a presentation by James Manyika, who he


Zipline’s new drone delivery platform attracts more US customers
TechCrunch / 11h
Drone delivery startup Zipline is expanding its U.S. customer base across healthcare, restaurant and retail verticals. Global health and wellness brand GNC, Seattle-based pizza restaurant Pagliacci Pizza and medical courier service Associated Couriers will all start using Zipline’s recently announced home delivery platform , which the startup says is ultra precise, nearly inaudible and up to seve


Android smartwatches are getting Spotify’s AI DJ, WhatsApp and updated Google apps
TechCrunch / 11h
Google is updating Wear OS to bring new features, apps, and app experiences to its smartwatch OS platform, the company announced today at its Google I/O developer conference. The features, coming later this year, include improvements to Google’s own first-party apps, like Gmail, Calendar, and Home, as well as new and improved apps from third parties, like WhatsApp, Peloton, and Spotify. The compa


Crypto needs a global view to build better regulatory models
TechCrunch / 11h
The crypto industry is increasingly worried that U.S. regulators are clamping down too hard on the space. Predictably, that’s making companies in the space look outwards to regions that have clearer guidelines in place, and it seems there are lessons the industry, and regulators around the world, can learn from looking beyond their borders. “Hopefully, we’ll see the U.S. take a stand,” Denelle Di


Google previews Wear OS 4 with better battery life, third-party watch face support
TechCrunch / 11h
At Google’s I/O developer conference today, the company previewed the next version of its smartwatch operating system, Wear OS 4. The new release promises to bring improved battery life and accessibility features, an easier way to swap out your phone or watch without having to reset the device, and new tools for building watch faces in collaboration with Samsung. The new Watch Face Format — a dec


Customers are even more dissatisfied with airlines this year, J.D. Power says
The Points Guy / 11h
Travel demand has soared this past year, but airline customers have become increasingly frustrated with high airfare, staffing shortages and reduced service. That frustration has led to a decline in passenger satisfaction with airlines, according to the J.D. Power 2023 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. The study found that passenger satisfaction declined even further this year compared to


Google Pixel Tablet is finally here. See the specs, price, and more.
Mashable / 11h
Google's domination of your household electronics continues apace. At Google I/O 2023 , the company behind Pixel phones finally gave us a closer look at the Pixel Tablet that Google first showed off at last year's I/O event. As expected, it...looks like a tablet! It launches sometime in June for $500. You can preorder on Google's website now. Opens in a new tab Credit: Google / Screengrab Pixel T


WhatsApp is coming to WearOS
Mashable / 11h
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app, is coming to WearOS this summer. That means you'll be able to use WhatsApp from your Android-powered smartwatch. The announcement was made Wednesday during the 2023 Google I/O presentation . You'll be able to do a number of key tasks in WhatsApp from your watch, including starting new conversations, take calls, or send voice messages. Tweet may have been delet


Google Pixel 7a announced at I/O 2023, and it's available now
Mashable / 11h
Opens in a new tab Credit: Google Google Pixel 7a (opens in a new tab) Starting at $499 at the Google Store (opens in a new tab) The best deal in the Android-verse is back. At its annual Google I/O conference on Wednesday, Google showed off the new Pixel 7a smartphone. It launched on Wednesday for $500, a $50 price increase from last year's model. You can order it on Google's website now. It come


Google is throwing generative AI at everything
100+MIT Technology Review / 12h
Google is stuffing powerful new AI tools into tons of its existing products and launching a slew of new ones, including a coding assistant, it announced at its annual I/O conference today. Billions of users will soon see Google’s latest AI language mode, PaLM 2, integrated into over 25 products like Maps, Docs, Gmail, Sheets, and the company’s chatbot, Bard. For example, people will be able to si


Pixel 7A Review: We’re Running Out of Reasons to Splurge on a ‘Pro’ Phone
NYT > Technology / 12h
Google’s latest entry-level phone, which costs $500, is just as good as devices nearly double its price.


Google Workspace doesn't really need AI, but you're getting it anyway
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Google has followed the herd and announced a host of new artificial intelligence (AI) expansion for its is coming to its collaboration tool for enterprise. The tech giant announced the new Google Workspace feature set, which includes the ability to draft new content and refine existing work in Google Docs , and gives Google Slides the opportunity to generate images from text prompts. However give


Google officially launches the Pixel Tablet, its latest Android tablet attempt
57TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Google has finally launched the Google Pixel Tablet , its first Pixel-branded tablet in years. It will cost $499/£599/AU$899, and comes with optional case and dock accessories. Pixel Tablet preorders are live now from the Google Store and other retailers, with shipping from June. Design-wise, the Pixel Tablet is reminiscent of the Pixel 5, though the materials are naturally different. It’s a very


Google Pixel 7a gets official unveiling at Google I/O 2023 – here’s what we know
500+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Google has officially lifted the lid on its next mid-range powerhouse – the Google Pixel 7a – at Google I/O 2023 , confirming many of the impressive specs that had already been leaked about the device in the weeks leading up to the event itself. Designed to occupy the space between the already-released Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro – and arriving as the successor to the excellent Google P


Pixel Tablet vs. the competition: Google's latest stab at making Android tablets a thing
Engadget / 12h
Google is ready to give Android tablets another go. Nearly five years after launching the ill-fated Pixel Slate , the company has fully taken the wraps off its latest large-screen device, the Pixel Tablet . Google had teased the device a couple of times over the past year, but now it's official: This is a 10.95-inch tablet that doubles as a Nest Hub-style smart display with an included speaker do


How to pre-order the Google Pixel Fold
100+Engadget / 12h
Prior to today's I/O keynote , Google confirmed the leaks and rumors about the existence of its first foldable smartphone with a teaser video on YouTube. Now we know the full specs and pre-order details for the $1,800 handheld. Starting today, you can pre-order the Google Pixel Fold through Google's storefront, and units should begin shipping sometime in June. And when you pre-order, Google will


Google Pixel 7a vs the competition: Pushing the boundaries of a budget phone
Engadget / 12h
Google's announced the Pixel 7a — and made it available for immediate purchase — during its annual I/O conference. Like other A-model Pixel phones, this is a budget version of what came before, namely the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. At $499, it's $100 cheaper than either of its siblings but manages to meet or exceed many of their specs. It has a similar design, uses the same Tensor G2 processing chip, and


Google remembered to add Gmail and Calendar to Wear OS
100+Engadget / 12h
Google says Wear OS’ time in the doldrums is over and, two years after it approached Samsung to help bail out the platform, it’s now the world’s “fastest-growing” wearable ecosystem. At its I/O 2023 keynote on Wednesday, the company laid out the roadmap for several improvements arriving in the coming months. That includes tighter integrations with Google Home and Nest, the long-awaited launch of


Google's redesigned Home app is available to everyone
300+Engadget / 12h
Given how important smart home devices have become, it’s not a surprise that Google has a lot of updates to its Home app and how Android users can interact with those devices. The most significant update is to the aforementioned Google Home app for both Android and iOS — it has been completely redesigned and will be available tomorrow. The app has been in preview since last fall , and Google says



New Show Traps Lance Armstrong and Ariel Winter in Simulated Mars Base
100+Futurism / 12h
Based Celebrities Being trapped inside a small Mars habitat for months if not years at a time won't be the faint of heart. It's a journey that will require cool minds, quick wits, and plenty of technological know-how. In a wacky take on the concept, Fox announced that it's pitting a unusual mix of 12 celebrities — including disgraced Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong and "Modern Family" act


How Your Phone's Background Can Help You Study
Lifehacker / 12h
We love a tiny hack around here and sometimes, it’s the smallest ones that make a big impact. If you’re studying for finals right now, you might be feeling pretty overwhelmed trying to cram everything in. Even in your downtime, though, you can be subconsciously absorbing your materials. Read more...


Google's Pixel 7a Is Just as Good as the Regular Pixel 7
25Gizmodo / 12h
The Google Pixel 7a is the new go-to mid-range Android device. It’s so good that it’s making me question why anyone should buy a regular Pixel 7 . I chose the Pixel 7 because I wanted a smaller, cheaper device with similar camera capabilities to the Pixel 7 Pro. But now that the Pixel 7a is out for just $500 and is so… Read more...


Louis Leterrier Hopes The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Will Return, Eventually
100+Gizmodo / 12h
Netflix is notorious for making shows fans absolutely love and then taking them away without warning. The list of examples is endless, but here at io9, one show undoubtedly sits above all the rest: The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance . A 10-part prequel to the legendary 1982 Jim Henson/Frank Oz film, Age of Resistance … Read more...


Every Pixel Product Announced at Google I/O 2023, From Pixel Fold to 7a
Gizmodo / 12h
No more teasing . During its Google I/O event today, the company officially revealed its new collection of much-leaked-about Pixel hardware to join its current flagship offerings. For the foldable-curious, the Pixel Fold has officially materialized into something you can pre-order. For the budget-conscious, the Pixel… Read more...


Android is getting generative AI wallpapers you create with suggested prompts
TechCrunch / 12h
Google is building upon Material You to give users the option to create a more personalized experience on their devices, the company announced at it I/O developer conference today. Most notably, the company announced generative AI wallpapers that will roll out this fall. With generative AI wallpapers, you can answer suggested prompts to describe your vision. The company says that generative AI wa


With Project Tailwind, Google is using AI to make note-taking smarter
TechCrunch / 12h
Google’s building an AI-powered notebook tool called Project Tailwind , the company revealed at its I/O developer conference. The goal, Google says, is to take a user’s freeform notes and automatically organize and summarize them. To use Tailwind — which is available through Labs, Google’s refreshed hub for experimental products — users pick files from Google Drive. Tailwind then creates a privat


Google prices Pixel 7a in India at ₹43,999 — same as the Pixel 6a launch price
TechCrunch / 12h
For the last few years, Google has been launching its ‘a’ series of Pixels mid-year, aimed at consumers who are looking for a good budget device. This year’s Pixel 7a is launching in India at ₹43,999 ($536), which is not exactly a pocket-friendly price for the country, but it’s closer to the US price of $499 (₹40,937). Notably, last year, the Pixel 6a launched in India at the same rupee price whi


Google’s $499 Pixel 7a is on sale now
TechCrunch / 12h
For a few years now, the Pixel A line has been one of the best deals in smartphones. It’s a budget take on an already low-priced product. It starts with a foundation of premium components, discovering ways to reduce cost without — hopefully — stripping too much of what made the premium product good in the first place. It’s a strategy that’s served Google well. When the company was struggling to s


Qubits 30 meters apart used to confirm Einstein was wrong about quantum
100+Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge / The quantum network is a bit bulkier than Ethernet. (credit: ETH Zurich / Daniel Winkler ) A new experiment uses superconducting qubits to demonstrate that quantum mechanics violates what's called local realism by allowing two objects to behave as a single quantum system no matter how large the separation between them. The experiment wasn't the first to show that local realism isn't how


Musk calls out WhatsApp bug ahead of rolling out encrypted Twitter DMs
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge (credit: Clive Mason - Formula 1 / Contributor | Formula 1 ) The new features on Twitter keep coming, as CEO Elon Musk has announced that today the platform will release an early version of encrypted direct messages that will "grow in sophistication rapidly." The move seemingly signaled Musk's intention to entice users to spend more time on the platform by maximizing the privacy of person


Google Pixel Fold hands-on: Finally, a real rival for Samsung’s foldables
500+Engadget / 12h
I’ve been using some version of the Galaxy Z Fold as my daily driver for the last three years . So, I’ve been waiting a long time for someone to come along and give Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold line a real challenge – especially in the U.S. where we can’t buy stuff like the Oppo Find N2 . And after years of rumors, this summer that might finally happen when Google releases the Pixel Fold . Google’s fo


How to order the Google Pixel 7a
100+Engadget / 12h
Google officially announced the latest Pixel phone at its annual I/O event today — and you can buy one now with no pre-order necessary. The Google Pixel 7a starts at $499 and comes in four colors: charcoal, sea, snow, and coral. You can only get the vivid orangey hue from the Google store, but Amazon hopes that a $50 gift card will sway to to buy one of the other colorways from them . Best Buy sh


Google's Pixel Fold costs $1,799 and runs last year's Tensor G2 chip
32Engadget / 12h
Google spoiled one of its biggest I/O announcements last week when it confirmed the existence of the Pixel Fold , its first foldable. Now we have the full details: It will cost $1,799, it runs on last year's Tensor G2 chip, and it's available for pre-order today. The company isn't confirming a specific shipping date; Google has only said the device will be available "sometime next month." That va


Pixel Tablet hands-on: Basically a $500 smart display with a detachable screen
Engadget / 12h
When Google’s vice president of Nest products Rishi Chandra told me about the company’s vision for ambient computing in 2019 , he talked about a hypothetical smart display that was basically a tablet attached to a speaker dock. You would be able to lift the screen off its base, take it with you to another room and place it on another station there. Today, at Google I/O, that hypothetical device i


Android 14 will add more customization to your home and lock screens
Engadget / 12h
When Android 14 arrives later this year, it will bring new customization features to Google's mobile operating system. On Wednesday at the company's I/O developer conference, VP of Engineering at Android David Burke showed off a handful of new features for creating custom wallpapers. The tools build on the Material You design system Google introduced in 2021 by allowing users to create a custom w


Google Pixel 7a review: It’s got everything you need and more for just $499
200+Engadget / 12h
Google’s A-series phones have been some of the best deals on the market dating back to the original Pixel 3a. And while the cost of recent devices has crept up a bit, they’ve also become more well-rounded. But with the Pixel 7a, it feels like Google has nailed the balance between price and performance. We’re talking a Tensor G2 chip, a 90Hz display, wireless charging and a higher-res rear cam–all


Google gives Android tablets yet another shot with the $499 Pixel Tablet
500+Engadget / 12h
Google wasn’t kidding when it said last year that the Pixel Tablet was “months away.” In fact, it was a whole year away, but we’re finally getting full details today. The $499 tablet is built around an 11-inch screen, with Google’s Tensor G2 chip inside. The chip and screen aren’t exactly a big surprise, but Google is doing something a little unusual with the Pixel Tablet: it comes with a speaker


Google’s $499 Pixel 7a has a 64-megapixel camera and wireless charging
100+Engadget / 12h
At its I/O 2023 keynote today, Google’s revealed its latest Pixel A-series smartphone, and once again it draws inspiration from the previous year's flagship device, just with a more accessible price. The $499 Pixel 7a is $50 more expensive than last year’s Pixel 6a , but the upgrades may be worth it, especially when it comes to imaging. The Pixel 7a has a glossy metallic finish on the camera bar


Google Pixel 7A Review: The New Midrange Standard
Wired / 12h
The mid-priced handset has just about all you need in a phone: great performance, excellent camera, wireless charging, and Android's many helpful extras.



Android Finally Gets an Apple-Like “Find My” Network
How-To Geek / 12h
Apple’s Find My network is one of the strongest selling points for its devices, giving you the ability to find lost items using a worldwide mesh Bluetooth network. Google is finally building its own version of the feature for Android phones and trackers. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Google Pixel 7a Review: Don't Buy It at Full Price
How-To Geek / 12h
The Pixel 7 was a no-brainer, and now, Google is offering a similar device for $100 less. The Pixel 7a is now available for just $500, and in many ways, it’s identical to its more expensive sibling—it sounds too good to be true! Unfortunately, things aren’t that simple. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Google Pixel 7a Review: A Little Polish and This Phone Would Be Perfect
How-To Geek / 12h
When it comes to Android phones, I always tend to reach for a Pixel. Sure, performance tends to suffer over time, but it’s hard to beat the features Google holds exclusive and the overall quality of the Pixel’s software. All of that stays true with the Google Pixel 7a, but corners were cut. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Google’s Magic Compose can rewrite your texts using AI
TechCrunch / 12h
Google today introduced a new feature that combines Android’s guided customization with its advances in generative AI to help people compose more personal messages. The feature, called Magic Compose, was demoed briefly on stage this afternoon at the company’s I/O developer conference, showing how the feature could be used within messages and conversations to rewrite texts in different styles. To


WhatsApp is working on a native app for Wear OS
TechCrunch / 12h
Google said that WhatsApp is working on a native WearOS app at its developer conference Google I/O . Earlier this week, WhatsApp launched a beta version of its app compatible with Google’s smartwatch platform. Folks using WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.23.10.10 will be able to link their Wear OS-based smartwatch. Users will be able to check their messages on the smartwatch, and all chats wil


Google updates Find My Device network, adds new feature to warn about unknown AirTags with you
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Shortly after last week’s joint announcement which saw Apple and Google teaming up on Bluetooth tracker safety measures and a new specification, Google today introduced a series of improvements coming to its own Find My Device network as well as proactive alerts about unknown trackers traveling with you with support for Apple’s AirTag and others. The news, detailed today at Google’s I/O developer


Dehydrate Some Caramelized Onions and Crumble Them Over Everything
21Lifehacker / 12h
I’d like to think I’m the kind of person who will take the time to wash, dry, and chop the wide variety of produce it takes to make a salad, but I’m not. I’m lazy, which is why I’ve recently been on a bagged salad kick. These kits offer an easy way to make sure I actually eat a vegetable once in a while. I’m not so… Read more...


United Airlines “Gave Me Duct Tape” To Repair My Broken Seat [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 12h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...


Google's Duet AI will bring generative AI to Docs, Sheets, Meet, and more
Mashable / 12h
Today, Google announced a new service called "Duet AI," which will enable users to collaborate in real time with AI across the company's Workspace portfolio of Drive, Sheets, Slides, Meet, Docs, and more. In Sheets, a sidebar tool labeled "Help me organize" can generate tables based on a prompt. In Slides, a "Help me visualize" tool will generate images from your prompt. Sidekick, which lives in


Arnold Schwarzenegger shares his success story in 'Arnold' trailer
Mashable / 12h
Arnold Schwarzenegger is ready to pull back the curtain. The famed bodybuilder turned actor turned governor of California is getting his own three-part documentary series on Netflix, directed by filmmaker Lesley Chilcott. Through archival footage and candid interviews with Schwarzenegger , as well as with a variety of starry colleagues (including James Cameron, Jamie Lee Curtis , Danny DeVito, an


Google's unknown tracker alerts will soon detect unwanted Bluetooth trackers
26Engadget / 12h
Android's updates to its "Find My Device" network will enable it to find more devices and, separately, unknown tracker alerts will alert users to unwanted trackers, even if they aren't Google branded, the company announced during its I/O 2023 keynote on Wednesday. The updates will come in summer 2023, but the company did not give a specific date. Unknown tracker alerts happen when the network det


Google's Project Tailwind is an AI-infused personal notebook
Engadget / 12h
Project Tailwind is Google's latest foray into AI and it's aimed at helping students organize their notes. During its I/O 2023 keynote Wednesday, Google described it as "your AI-first notebook." The toolset is able to distill information from a personal set of notes, making it all searchable, suggesting questions and main themes, and otherwise organizing the subject matter in an interactive way.


WhatsApp arrives on Wear OS this summer
22Engadget / 12h
For the first time, WhatApp is coming to smartwatches. At its I/O 2023 keynote on Wednesday, Google announced that the chat app will be available this summer on Wear OS 3 devices, including Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 and the Pixel Watch . Among other features, the smartwatch version of WhatsApp allows you to record and send voice messages. You can also use the app to send text messages and see a li


How a Trigun Stan Made a 2019 Sci-Fi Novel One of the Biggest Books on Amazon
100+Gizmodo / 12h
Twitter is a funny thing. It connects us, it gives us access to horrors beyond the pale in our daily news cycle, soon, it will stream Tucker Carlson to bigots around the world. One thing it rarely does is sell books, especially ones that have been out for a few years. That is, apparently, unless you’re a Trigun fan… Read more...


Could Odin be Europe’s answer to AngelList?
TechCrunch / 12h
Most U.S.-based tech investors are likely familiar with smaller-ticket investor marketplaces AngelList and Carta . In Europe, Germany’s Bunch and the UK’s Vauban (acquired by by US-based Carta last year) have attempted to do similar job. But the back-story to this is that although launching many years ago, AngelList struggled with Europe’s regulatory environment. UK Angel investor marketplace sta


Roku's New Home Monitoring System Works With Your Smart TV
SlashGear / 12h
Bolstering its expansion into home security, Roku is releasing a new comprehensive home monitoring kit with sensors, cameras, and more to protect your property.


Google Puts AI To Work Editing Photos And Yelling For Refunds
SlashGear / 12h
Google is baking its AI-powered tools into many of its products, including Gmail and Google Photos. A couple of new features include Magic Editor and AI drafts.


Google Bard Is Getting Its Own AI Image Generator Thanks To Adobe
SlashGear / 12h
Google has tapped Adobe to launch its own AI-powered image generator, better positioning it to compete with Bing Chat. Here's how the system works.


10 JDM Cars With The Lowest Maintenance Costs
SlashGear / 12h
The Japanese Domestic Market is home to many of the most affordable and longest lasting cars, and these models are cheap to maintain, to boot.


10 Apple Watch Ultra Features That Will Change How You Use Your Smartwatch
SlashGear / 12h
The Apple Watch Ultra is the newest of Apple's stunning lineup of wearables. Here are the Apple Watch Ultra features that will redefine your smartwatch.



Basic Car Maintenance and Repairs You Can (and Should) Do Yourself
Lifehacker / 12h
I have never been particularly interested in cars—they are merely things that exist to get me from point A to point B, and are often overpriced and beleaguered by expensive problems. I was long intimidated by the idea of taking my car to a mechanic, because I knew I wasn’t leaving without spending $2,000, and… Read more...


Google unveils its multilingual, code-generating PaLM 2 language model
100+Engadget / 12h
Google has stood at the forefront at many of the tech industry's AI breakthroughs in recent years, Zoubin Ghahramani, Vice President of Google DeepMind, declared in a blog post while asserting that the company's work in foundation models, are "the bedrock for the industry and the AI-powered products that billions of people use daily." On Wednesday, Ghahramani and other Google executives took the


This Is the New AI-Powered Google Search
How-To Geek / 12h
Microsoft has been pressing ahead with generative AI features in the Bing search engine, integrated with Bing Chat. Today, Google revealed similar changes going into Google Search. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


How to Show the Ribbon in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
How-To Geek / 12h
Has your Excel, Word, or Outlook app’s ribbon suddenly disappeared? It’s easy to hide it accidentally, and sometimes the tabs disappear too. In either case, you can bring it back in your Office app on your Windows or Mac machine in a few clicks. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


The Best Gadgets for a Great Night's Sleep
How-To Geek / 12h
Nothing is more refreshing than a good night’s sleep, but high-quality Z’s aren’t easy to come by. From stress in our daily lives to noisy sleeping partners, it can be hard to fall (and stay) asleep. Not only that, but the sleep deficit can increase even more when we spring forward for daylight savings