Tag: gear
Meta is cracking down on AI ‘nudify’ apps
Meta is finally cracking down that use AI to generate nonconsensual nude and explicit images of celebrities, influencers and others. The company is suing one app maker that’s frequently advertised such apps on Facebook and Instagram, and taking new steps to prevent ads for similar services. The crackdown comes months after several researchers and journalists…
The best Chromebook you can buy in 2025
Whether you’re shopping for a budget-friendly laptop for school or a sleek machine for everyday productivity, the best Chromebooks can offer surprising functionality for the price. Chromebooks have come a long way from their early days as web-only devices. Now, many Chromebook models feature powerful processors, premium displays and even touchscreen support, making them a…
Google will reduce battery life for some Pixel 6a phones to prevent overheating
Google’s Pixel 6a has been a winner in many respects, but a new issue with the smartphone’s battery may pose a safety concern. After Android Authority reported on a pair of instances where a Pixel 6a battery overheated to the point where the device caught fire, the publication spotted some details in the latest Android…
Wikipedia pauses AI summaries after editors skewer the idea
Wikipedia is backing off AI article summaries… for now. Earlier this month, the platform trialed the feature in its mobile app. To say they weren’t well-received by editors would be an understatement. The Wikimedia Foundation (WMF) paused the test a day later. The AI summaries appeared at the top of articles for 10 percent of…
Pixelsnap, Google’s belated answer to MagSafe, could arrive alongside the Pixel 10
Android phones that support Qi2 wireless chargers that are magnetically secured in place might finally be hitting the market. reports that Google plans to add Qi2 charging with the upcoming Google Pixel 10. The at CES in 2023, and was developed with substantial contributions from Apple. The new design iterated on the Qi standard by…
Stock updates for the new console and accessories
You can finally buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the US — or at least, try to buy. The $450 console officially went up for sale on June 5, and several retailers have offered the device both online and in-store in the days since. That said, online stock dried up fairly quickly at most stores…
More of what you love
Back in 2017, it felt like handhelds were dying. The PlayStation Vita was suffering from a lack of support and the 3DS was already on its way out. But then the Nintendo Switch arrived and became the hybrid console that launched 1,000 portable rivals. It proved you could make a device that was powerful enough…
The best multi-device wireless charging pads for 2025
There’s a good chance you own a couple of gadgets that support wireless charging now, be it your iPhone or Android phone, wireless earbuds or smartwatch. Multi-device wireless chargers can help power them all up in one place, without the need for a bunch of cords messing up your space. There are dozens of these…
Razer launches its first barebones mechanical keyboard
On Tuesday, Razer launched its first keyboard for the DIY set. As its name implies, the BlackWidow V4 75% Barebones is the popular mechanical keyboard, only without keys and keycaps. It could be a solid option if you like Razer’s design and Chroma RGB but want to bring your own keys. Otherwise, the Barebones BlackWidow…
OpenAI won WWDC 2025
If you weren’t paying close attention to Apple‘s WWDC 2025 keynote, it was easy to miss one of the more notable stories out of the event. For a conference where it aims to show itself as an innovator, this year Apple looked like it was out of new ideas. Whether it was digging up old…