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A California federal lawsuit claims Apple misled consumers with its iPhone 16, promoting advanced AI features that aren't available at launch. Filed by Clarkson Law Firm, the suit argues Apple engaged in false advertising by heavily marketing capabilities, like a revamped Siri, that won’t arrive...

OpenAI's new AI agent, Operator, is a game changer for professionals and small business owners, allowing them to automate mundane web tasks for $200 a month. It utilizes a cutting-edge model, Computer Using Agent (CUA), to interact with web pages like a human. While it has limitations, such as...

A tidy car interior is key to making a great first impression. Start by decluttering with larger items like bottles and mail before vacuuming every nook and cranny, using attachments for hard-to-reach spots. Clean floor mats appropriately—scrubbing rubber and deep-cleaning fabric. Treat seats...

For the first time, a porn app named Hot Tub has snagged approval from Apple, but it's crucial to note that it won't be listed on the official App Store. Instead, it will launch on AltStore PAL, an alternative marketplace in Europe due to the EU's Digital Markets Act. Apple, which prohibits porn...

Reddit is gearing up to test paid subreddits, as CEO Steve Huffman revealed during a recent AMA. This shift comes after disappointing earnings and reflects a broader monetization strategy that prioritizes shareholder returns over user experience. While Reddit has explored premium features like...

A severed fiber optic cable can leave far away regions without internet or cellphone service for weeks. Some can turn to Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet, which has revolutionized connectivity in rural areas. While Starlink provides faster speeds and lower latency, concerns about space...

In a groundbreaking 2024 mission, China's Chang’e-6 lander returned over four pounds of lunar samples from the Moon's far side, enhancing our understanding of lunar geology and history. These missions, alongside NASA's upcoming Artemis III in 2027, challenge long-held beliefs about lunar...

Dolby's Atmos technology is revolutionizing car audio, especially in electric vehicles like Rivian's R1S SUV. With an impressive 1,000-watt system featuring 18 drivers, Atmos delivers immersive sound by allowing sound designers to pinpoint audio locations within the cabin. While road noise...

Russian state-sponsored hackers have launched a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Microsoft 365 accounts using a technique called device code phishing. This method, designed for devices lacking browser capabilities, involves attackers impersonating trusted officials to lure users into...

Arm is set to make waves by unveiling its first in-house processor, with Meta as its launch partner. This new CPU, tailored for data center servers, will be manufactured by TSMC. The announcement comes amid Arm’s collaboration with OpenAI on the $500 billion Stargate project, which could...

Enzymes are powerful catalysts, but many vital reactions lack natural enzymes. Recent advances in AI-driven protein design have enabled scientists to create novel enzymes capable of breaking down plastics by manipulating ester bonds. The process, involving tools like RFDiffusion and PLACER...

Nintendo has opened up sales for the vibrant Alarmo clock to everyone, not just Switch Online members. This cheerful device features themes from popular games like Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, with more titles promised later. Alarmo offers unique wake-up...

Brace yourselves! Asteroid 2024 YR4, a hefty rock measuring 40 to 100 meters, could threaten Earth in December 2032. While there's only a 2% chance of impact, this “city destroyer” could unleash an explosion equivalent to 8 million tons of TNT. Key at-risk regions include parts of South America...

Starting February 26, 2025, Amazon will disable the ability to download purchased eBooks for manual transfer to Kindle devices via USB. This feature, though overlooked by many, provided a crucial backup option and conversion capability to formats like EPUB, especially vital for users without...

Researchers are developing AI to decode animal emotions, enhancing our understanding of their pain and distress. The Intellipig system alerts farmers to pigs' emotional states through facial analysis. Meanwhile, a team at the University of Haifa is training AI to recognize discomfort in dogs...