How to make Google’s simple, AI-free filter your default search engine
There’s been a lot of talk lately about Google Search being broken, from its inability to answer relatively simple questions to its insistence on shoving …
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If you missed the northern lights in May, you may get another chance this year
The northern lights were visible further south than ever in the past 20 years earlier this month, with bright auroras visible as far south as …
Sam Altman’s lawyers probably wish this video clip of him raving about Her didn’t exist
Director Spike Jonze’s 2013 drama Her — starring Joaquin Phoenix as a man who falls in love with an AI voiced by Scarlett Johansson — …
Nintendo’s latest acquisition could mean big things for the Switch 2
Nintendo has not been nearly as aggressive as Microsoft or Sony when it comes to acquiring other game studios in recent years, but on Tuesday, …
A YouTuber just built a real-life stillsuit from Dune
The stillsuit is an integral part of the story in Frank Herbet’s Dune, which has recently soared in popularity thanks to the very well-done two-part …
Apple releases tvOS 17.5.1 update to Apple TV users
A week after releasing tvOS 17.5 to all users, Apple is now making a new tvOS 17.5.1 update available. At this moment, it’s unclear what’s …
The new iPad Pro and Surface Pro prove that OLED displays are the future
Sorry, LCD, LED, mini-LED, QLED, and every other version of panels that used traditional backlighting. You’ve tried to convince us for years that you could …
Apple is developing a foldable iPhone with a self-healing display
The foldable iPhone might have a breakthrough self-healing display technology. According to Patently Apple, the US Patent and Trademark Office granted Cupertino 51 new utility …
StreamSaver: Comcast introduces $15 bundle of Peacock, Netflix, and Apple TV+
Comcast is about to fix one of the most annoying aspects of subscribing to multiple streaming providers. Following the recent announcement that a combined Disney+, …
Sonos Roam 2 is here, but don’t bother upgrading from the original
Today is a big day for Sonos. The company has finally unveiled its long-anticipated headphones, the Sonos Ace. While that is certainly the biggest news …
Prepare to drop $22,000 off your paycheck if you want to stay working hybrid
By Kirstie McDermott Despite the promises made by many tech companies during the pandemic, a lot of job seekers, (particularly those in the $100k and …
The ultra-thin iPhone 17 Slim may turn out to be a bigger deal than we all think
Apple will launch the iPhone 16 in a few months, so you shouldn’t be surprised to see iPhone 17 rumors popping up already. Apple is, …
Today’s deals: $3.25 smart plugs, $79 AirPods, $849 M2 MacBook Air, $329 Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones, more
Memorial Day sales are in full swing now, and we found so many awesome deals that our readers will love. Popular Nooie smart plugs with …
Leak claims iPhone 16 Pro Max will once again have exclusive camera features
With the iPhone 16 Pro Max announcement expected four months from now, we’re hearing even more details about Apple’s upcoming best iPhone yet. According to …
Sonos Ace headphones are official: $450 for ANC, spatial audio, and 30-hour battery life
Move over, AirPods Max, Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Sony WH-1000XM5! The Sonos Ace is finally here. Sonos announced its first-ever wireless headphones on Tuesday, and …
Apple celebrates World Meditation Day with exclusive Apple Watch Award
To celebrate today’s World Meditation Day, Apple Watch users can earn a new limited-edition award for the occasion. As usual, Apple celebrates through Apple Watch …
Microsoft’s claims comparing Surface Pro 11 and M3 MacBook Air performance are deceiving
I’m a longtime iPhone and Mac user who hoped a month ago that rumors about Microsoft’s upcoming Surface Pro 11 outperforming the M3 MacBooks were …
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II review
Every so often, a game comes along that pushes the boundaries of what we thought possible in this medium. Ninja Theory’s savage 2017 action-adventure game …
Spider-Man 4 release date might be set for 2025, and I hope Sony doesn’t ruin it
We’ve been talking about Spider-Man 4 a lot lately, as rumors have indicated Sony and Marvel might soon start shooting the sequel they confirmed while …
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II launches tomorrow and looks like my Game of the Year
I haven’t touched my Xbox in a few months. That’s not really Xbox’s fault, though. Like a lot of people, my gaming life has been …
Ex-Google product manager compares its AI obsession to the disastrous launch of Google+
Google’s obsession with AI looks a little familiar to Scott Jenson, an ex-Google product manager and 16-year veteran of the company who’s seen this movie …
Scarlett Johansson issues blistering statement against OpenAI and Sam Altman over ‘Sky’
Well, now we know why OpenAI abruptly removed the “Sky” voice option for ChatGPT, the one that sounded suspiciously like Scarlett Johansson. According to a …
What if Apple slashed iPhone 15 prices globally instead of just in China?
Smartphone vendors have struggled in recent years, with one notable exception: Apple. While others saw sales and profits dive amid economic uncertainty, Apple did something …
Super Mario Maker 3 might not happen, but this mod is the next best thing
Nintendo is incredibly protective of its intellectual property, but in 2015, the company surprised us by giving gamers the ability to create and share their …
MIT scientists created noise-cancelling silk sheets that can soundproof rooms
Scientists at MIT have developed a type of soundproof sheet that can not only cancel or block the sound, but it will even reflect the …
The only Netflix movies that matter right now: A boring rom-com and an animated kids’ film
Netflix is supposedly in the process of revamping its movie division — and, in particular, both the quality and the cadence of that division’s output. …
Microsoft goes all-in on AI hardware with Copilot Plus PCs
During an AI-focused event at the company’s headquarters on Monday, Microsoft announced a new line of laptops called Copilot Plus PCs. In addition to introducing …
Crazy video shows a rare squid with ‘headlights’ swimming deep in the ocean
Researchers working with the University of Western Australia and Kelpie Geoscience in the UK have shared some fascinating footage of a recent underwater encounter with …
AirTag 2 expected for 2025 release: 5 features I hope Apple adds
The long-anticipated AirTag 2 is expected to launch in 2025. Since it was unveiled during the pandemic in April 2021, this item tracker has gained …
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G review: Best Android phone under $200
Samsung is arguably the most important manufacturer of Android phones, building some of the most powerful and most desirable models out there. But the company …
