This Bree AI Chatbot app has a 4.7-star rating, showing that sometimes all people want is somebody to talk to

Surprisingly, there aren’t many AI-focused apps yet on the Microsoft Store. Maybe Microsoft is dissuading individuals from building custom apps, but the more likely scenario is that most talented developers are working on creating custom GPTs. I wanted to try AI-centered apps and see which ones are worth their gusto. Bree AI stood out because it […]

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Asus ROG Ally 2 FAQ: Everything we know and improvements we want in the next-gen gaming handheld

Quick menu The ROG Ally has been out for less than a year, but that hasn’t stopped Asus from planning its successor. There is some definite evidence that the ROG Ally 2 could be coming in 2024. This isn’t surprising, given that several more gaming handhelds are on the market today. Asus will have to […]

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Oura Ring 4: Release date rumors and features we want to see

The Oura Ring 3 may still be one of the best smart rings money can buy, but the clamor for an Oura Ring 4 is growing louder with each passing month.  We observed several startups debut smart rings at CES 2024, while Samsung has now also unveiled the Galaxy Ring at its annual Unpacked event. […]

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Whoop 5.0 wish list: Five things we want to see – and release date predictions

Whoop may have established itself as the preeminent platform for serious athletes and trainers in recent years, but the company’s tracker – the Whoop 4.0 – is beginning to grow old. Whoop has managed to keep the experience fresh with the release of the Strength Trainer, Stress Monitor, Whoop Coach, and the expanded Whoop Journal, […]

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Sony WH-XB920N wishlist: All the features I want to see

Sony’s Extra Bass headphones are an affordable and bassy alternative to its WH-1000XM line. They have proven their worth over the past two decades and feature among our list of the best headphones for bass. The company’s latest XB headphones, the Sony WH-XB910N, stand tallest. These headphones are excellent for bass heads and boast a […]

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Reasons why you’d want to buy a titanium Galaxy S24, and a few why you won’t

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to become Samsung’s first smartphone to boast a titanium build, but what exactly this entails isn’t entirely clear. In theory, there are known pros and cons to using titanium over more traditional metals, but the outcome will largely depend on Samsung’s design and manufacturing processes. Titanium has high corrosion […]

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How to Reverse Your Apple Watch Orientation (+ Why You Might Want To)

If you’re an Apple Watch owner, you know Apple places its Digital Crown on the right side of the device itself. At least, by default. For the most part, Apple likely went with this design decision to mimic how actual watches are set up. That way, users switching from an analog watch to the Apple […]

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What Do You Want to See From Apple in 2024?

Last Friday, we shared our annual What to Expect Guide that covers everything we’re expecting to see from Apple in 2024, based on current rumors and historical product release information. We’re going to see the launch of the Vision Pro early in the year, followed by new OLED iPad Pro models, a new version of […]

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Weekly poll: ZTE nubia Z60 Ultra is unique and widely available flagship, do you want one?

These days it’s a common practice for Chinese makers to launch their phones in China first and then, after a while, maybe bring them to a global audience – though many never do. But that is not the case with today’s hero, the nubia Z60 Ultra from ZTE. nubia Z60 Ultra This phone is on […]

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Sony WH-1000XM6 wishlist: All the features I want to see

Sony is one of the most trusted brands for producing the best noise canceling headphones that money can buy. The company’s latest and greatest WH-1000XM5 succeeded an already-accomplished set of headphones in Sony’s WH-1000X line. Along with some of the most powerful noise canceling on the market, the WH-1000XM5 play host to an extensive set […]

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Microsoft announces paid subscription for Windows 10 users who want OS updates beyond 2025

What you need to know Microsoft has announced an “extended security update” (ESU) program for Windows 10. The ESU program will allow users to pay for monthly security updates beyond Windows 10’s end of support date. Windows 10 will reach end of life in October 2025. For the first time ever, both commercial and consumer […]

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Want to Store a Message in DNA? That’ll Be $1,000

DNA is nature’s original storage system. The molecule is made up of the chemical bases adenine, cytosine, guanine, and thymine—shortened to A, C, G, and T—which pair off to form a double helix. The order of these bases determines the genetic blueprint of every living organism. To store data in DNA, a file is converted […]

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Xbox won’t force Activision developers to revive dormant franchises, but is eager to support teams that want to

What you need to know In an interview with Windows Central, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer talked about the nature of reviving older franchises.  Spencer reiterated that he won’t force a team to make something and that there has to be “passion” for a team to revisit an older franchise. Spencer also says that he […]

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Microsoft REALLY doesn’t want you to use the Windows 10 taskbar on Windows 11

What you need to know The latest Insider build of Windows 11 includes a hidden feature that prevents the operating system from showing the Windows 10 taskbar. Windows 11 has a new taskbar compared to its predecessor, but the Windows 10 taskbar can be forced to appear through third-party applications, at least until recently. Starting […]

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JBL Clip 5 wishlist: All the features I want to see

JBL makes some of the best Bluetooth speakers capable of enduring the rough outdoors. However, none are as portable as the JBL Clip series. As well as making it among some of the best shower speakers, the JBL Clip 4 is desirable for its small form factor and rugged design. Given it has been nearly three […]

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Don’t buy a Steam Deck, if you want a gaming handheld buy an ROG Ally — here’s why

If you’re trying to decide what gaming handheld to get this year, you should really go with the ROG Ally rather than the Steam Deck.  I’m a big fan of handheld gaming and own every major on-the-go device, including the ROG Ally, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, and Legion Go. Among these devices, the ROG Ally […]

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JBL Xtreme 4 wishlist: All the features I want to see

JBL’s Xtreme line of loudspeakers have proven to be some of the best Bluetooth speakers on the market. This has remained the case since the emergence of the original JBL Xtreme in 2015. Not only are they splashproof, but the addition of an AUX input and charging ports makes these speakers excellent pool party companions […]

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ANC headphones of the future will let you pick which real-world sounds you want to hear

TL;DR Researchers at the University of Washington have developed AI-based ANC for future headphones. This tech would allow you to cancel out real-world noises based on your preferences selectively. This technology has no commercial version yet, but it’s in the works. When you turn on active noise cancelation on your headphones or earbuds, the outside […]

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 wishlist: All the features I want to see

Samsung continues to make some of the best noise canceling wireless earbuds that money can buy. For example, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro can attenuate frequencies between 30Hz – 100Hz by nearly 50dB. The company’s mid-tier noise canceling alternative, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, also provide good ANC for the price. These earbuds can […]

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U.S. Regulators Want More Control Oversight Into Apple Pay

The United States Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today proposed new oversight requirements for technology companies like Apple that offer digital wallets and payment apps. According to the CFPB, payment services like Apple Pay are growing in popularity, but the companies behind them are not subject to the same “supervisory examinations” that banks undergo. The […]

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