Apple’s new iOS 18 Web Eraser might let you pick which parts of a website to block
The main attraction of WWDC 2024 will be iOS 18, and all the AI features that Apple is building into the iPhone’s operating system. The …
Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2007. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he closely follows the events in Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.
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Apple quietly snuck a crucial new security feature onto the iPhone
I’ve taken the iPhone’s Find My app for granted ever since it debuted. It lets me track the handset and enables Activation Lock. This is …
The buzzy new Rabbit r1 is basically just an Android phone, and I’m glad I didn’t get one
The Rabbit r1 AI gadget was one of the highlights of this year’s CES event in January. At the time, I said the gadget almost …
The new iPad Pro’s surprise isn’t an OLED screen, but an M4 CPU
A big iPad Pro rumor dropped over the weekend that I didn’t see coming. A well-known Apple reporter said the OLED iPad Pro that will …
TikTok at risk as European Commission President calls it a ‘Danger’ amid ban buzz
The US moved closer to banning TikTok last week. The Senate voted in favor of the legislation that could pave the way to such a …
An unknown gpt2-chatbot is blowing up on X: Is this OpenAI’s GPT-5 upgrade?
ChatGPT is easily the best-known generative AI chatbot in the world, but it offers different experiences depending on whether or not you pay for a …
ChatGPT’s memory feature is rolling out widely, but I have one big reason to worry about it
OpenAI announced a big upgrade for ChatGPT a few months ago. The chatbot would be able to retain memories from your conversations with it. This …
I’m not worried about the iPhone 16 Pro being too big anymore
When the first iPhone 16 rumors began spreading last year, mentioning a potential size increase for the Pro models, I wasn’t too thrilled about the …
Marvel will reportedly answer my prayers and bring Steve Rogers back for Avengers: Secret Wars
Avengers: Secret Wars is several years away, but that won’t stop the steady stream of rumors detailing Marvel’s plans for the Multiverse Saga finale. For …
Here’s why ChatGPT would be better than Google Gemini for Apple’s iOS 18 AI features
Apple will bring generative AI features to the iPhone via the iOS 18 release this year, and there’s no question about it. Of course, Apple …
iOS 18 isn’t just about AI: These core iPhone apps are also getting overhauled
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is the biggest upgrade Apple has planned for iOS 18. That’s what all rumors say, and they can’t be wrong. That …
I was not prepared for the OLED iPad Pro M4 chip rumor, but it makes complete sense
I’ve made no secret that I’m considering buying an OLED iPad Pro this spring, with a few caveats. First, the price has to be right. …
Proton Mail will monitor the dark web to warn you about hacks
Swiss software developer Proton announced a new security feature for Proton Mail, its end-to-end encrypted email service that helped put Proton on the map. Called …
Next year’s iPhone 16 rivals might feature huge batteries – here’s why that might be a problem
The iPhone 16 series is supposed to have larger batteries than the iPhone 15 models. That’s usually the case with every new iPhone generation, though …
The 2 iOS 18 AI features I want the most from the Notes app
A report earlier this week claimed that Apple is going to bring new features to its Notes app via iOS 18, including support for voice …
Meta AI’s image generation is unlike anything ChatGPT can do
It’s official: Meta is ready to join the AI fray. Meta AI received a massive update this week. Llama 3 is Meta’s new large language …
Maybe Netflix should stop hiking prices since it’s generating ‘very substantial profit’
Netflix’s quarterly earnings report for the three-month period ending in March is in, with an unexpected surprise. No, a Netflix price hike isn’t imminent, though …
Meta AI assistant has entered the chat with claims of more advanced intelligence
ChatGPT is probably the first generative AI product you think of when the genAI topic comes up, and that’s because OpenAI was the first to …
This Avengers 5 leak makes me think Kang is still the main villain
After Marvel fired Jonathan Majors, I said that the main villain of Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars should still be Kang. I …
iPhone 17 Plus might get a smaller screen and people are whining, but I like the idea
I’m a longtime iPhone owner currently on the 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro, and I plan to upgrade to an iPhone 16 this fall. For the …
Microsoft VASA-1 AI turns photos into lifelike talking videos, and it’s insane
Microsoft’s latest generative AI product just blew my mind by doing something I didn’t think was possible. VASA-1 can combine a single image with one …
Nothing Ear earbuds let you speak to ChatGPT, but only if you have the right phone
I’ve had my eye on the Nothing Ear A earbuds since they first leaked, and they’re finally official. Our Nothing Ear A review and Nothing …
Sam Raimi might return to the MCU to direct Spider-Man 4
The Spider-Man 4 rumors are heating up again, which might be a sign that an announcement is imminent. If recent reports are accurate, Sony and …
Crazy demo shows how Vision Pro could revolutionize sports… if Apple fixes one big problem
One of the best things about the Apple Vision Pro is the immersive experience it can provide when watching content. That’s something many people have …
iPhone 16 mockups just leaked, and I’m pretty sure they’re accurate
The iPhone 16 series won’t be announced until September, but I think we can already settle any design debates. Nothing can be truly confirmed for …
Google Maps and Search add new AI features for EVs, plus new public transit features
In anticipation of this year’s Earth Day, Google on Wednesday announced new features for Google Maps and Search that should make travel more sustainable. The …
WhatsApp’s new Chat Filters will help you make sense of your inbox
Navigating any instant messenger app can be a huge pain. It’s not just one-to-one chats that pile up each day on different platforms. It’s also …
We might know when Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse will premiere
If I were to pick just one Spider-Man series from Sony’s multiple reboots, I’d pick Spider-Verse without thinking twice. I say that as someone who …
Samsung’s first mixed reality device probably won’t be a real Vision Pro rival
The Apple Vision Pro features a sophisticated hardware and software experience that no augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) headsets available on the market …
Something strange happened: I stopped caring about Apple’s Vision Pro
I’ve been a fan of the Apple Vision Pro since even before Apple actually announced the spatial computer. I still am. I want that future …
