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Google Photos will show when images have been modified with AI
Google is adding new language for increased transparency about when AI has been used in the Google Photos app.
Anna Washenko10.25.2024
Google Calendar's web client finally gets a dark mode
Google Calendar's web client just got a redesign with new buttons, dialogs and sidebars. Users can also now toggle between light and dark mode.
Lawrence Bonk10.25.2024
Apple teases new Macs in a 'week of announcements' that starts Monday
Apple is set to reveal new Macs next week as part of a series of announcements.
Kris Holt10.25.2024
Get a four-pack of Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers for just $64
A set of four Galaxy SmartTag2 trackers can be yours for a solid discount. The sale means that the trackers will run you $16 each.
Kris Holt10.25.2024
Rivian factory workers are reportedly getting seriously injured on the job
EV maker Rivian's factory in Normal, Illinois, appears to have many safety violations. Some workers have reportedly been seriously injured.
Jeremy Gan10.24.2024
Intel wins latest antitrust battle with EU court
Intel just won an epic battle with the European Union over a €1.06 billion ($1.1 billion) fine levied way back in 2009.
Steve Dent10.24.2024
The Apple Watch Series 10 is $30 off right now
Shop the sale on both the 42mm and 46mm models.
Sarah Fielding10.24.2024
EU fines LinkedIn $334 million for violating the GDPR
LinkedIn also needs to show compliance in data processing moving forward.
Sarah Fielding10.24.2024
Snapchat's camera is getting a shortcut on the iPhone lock screen
Snapchat's camera is getting a shortcut on the iPhone lock screen. The tool requires iOS 18, as it takes advantage of the new shortcut tools.
Lawrence Bonk10.24.2024
NASA's Webb telescope detects the first potential brown dwarfs outside our galaxy
Brown dwarfs are bigger than gas giants, but smaller than stars -- and they barely produce any light. The James Webb telescope made it possible to detect them, even if they're 200,000 light years away.
Mariella Moon10.24.2024
The Morning After: Arm doubles down in its Qualcomm fight
The biggest news stories this morning: Arm steps up to Qualcomm, Boeing has yet another high-profile screw up and Tesla makes another big promise.
Daniel Cooper10.24.2024
The best tablets for 2024
You might want a tablet to be your main portable device, or to replace your laptop entirely. These are the best slabs you can get right now.
Sam Rutherford10.24.2024
Arm cancels Qualcomm's license to use its chip design standards
Arm has given Qualcomm 60 days to use its chip design standards, which could cause a huge disruption to the latter's business.
Mariella Moon10.24.2024
Tesla says it will ‘begin launching’ new and more affordable EVs next year
Tesla plans to design and sell more affordable options early next year.
Danny Gallagher10.24.2024
The FCC will review the broadband industry’s lousy customer support
The FCC is reviewing customer service from cable, broadband, satellite TV, and home voice service providers due to the industry’s notably poor service.
Will Shanklin10.24.2024
Apple's M2 MacBook Air drops to a new low of $700
Amazon has a great deal running now on the M2 MacBook Air, where you can get the slimline laptop for just $700.
Anna Washenko10.24.2024
The Ninja Creami is up to $40 off right now
The Ninja Creami is up to $40 off right now. That brings the price of the unique ice cream maker down to $160.
Lawrence Bonk10.24.2024
Apple Intelligence expands in iOS 18.2 developer beta, adding Genmoji, Visual Intelligence and ChatGPT
Apple's latest developer betas for iOS, iPadOS and macOS arrive today with numerous new Apple Intelligence features.
Cherlynn Low10.24.2024
Oversight Board says Meta’s handling of a satirical image of Harris and Walz raises ‘serious concerns’
The the Oversight Board warned Meta that “overenforcing” its rules could “lead to the excessive removal of political speech.”
Karissa Bell10.24.2024
The best iPad for 2024: How to pick the best Apple tablet for you
Finding the right iPad for you can be complicated. Here, we lay out the differences between each model and dive into everything you need to know before buying a new Apple tablet.
Jeff Dunn10.23.2024