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CMF by Nothing Teases Upcoming Phone 2 Pro with Potential Camera Attachment
What you need to know <ul><li>CMF by Nothing has continued to tease its upcoming Phone 2 Pro; however, its latest post might allude to a unique camera add-on.</li><li>The sub-brand posted what appea… [+2637 chars]
Exciting Giveaway: Win a 13-inch iPad Air with Lululook's Innovative Charging Mount
For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Lululook to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a 13-inch iPad Air and a Lululook Foldable Magnetic Charging Mount to go along with it. Lululook ma… [+3396 chars]
The Curious Case of Googles AI Misinterpreting Made-Up Idioms
Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/BI <ul><li>Google's AI answers will give you a definition of any made-up saying. I tried: "You can't lick a badger twice."</li><li>This is exactly the kind of thing AI sh… [+5555 chars]
Google Discontinues Support for First-Generation Nest Thermostats
Google has just announced that it’s ending software updates for the first-generation Nest Learning Thermostat, released in 2011, and the second-gen model that came a year later. This decision also af… [+2044 chars]
Phoebe Gates Launches AI Shopping App Phia to Revolutionize Online Retail
The app, called Phia, will compare the price of clothing, shoes, and accessories with new and used listings. The app, called Phia, will compare the price of clothing, shoes, and accessories with new… [+1602 chars]
Exciting Developments in Chromebooks: Snapdragon X Plus Support Emerging
Remember a few weeks ago, when I said that I was worried about the slow and painful demise of ChromeOS? Yeah, let's just pretend that never happened. Since then, we've seen new Chromebooks from both … [+3550 chars]
Microsoft Launches Recall Feature Alongside Enhanced Windows Search and Click to Do
Microsofts Click to Do image and text tool is also rolling out today. Microsofts Click to Do image and text tool is also rolling out today. We knew Microsoft was about to launch Recall for real thi… [+3750 chars]
Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Now Available at a Discount
We all want to do more reading. Sometimes the price of things can make that a lot more expensive than it needs to be. Books can feel like luxury items sometimes if you go through a lot of them, and i… [+2014 chars]
Google's Find My Device Network: Progress Made, But Still Lags Behind Competitors
Is Googles smart tag network any good yet? I tested trackers from Motorola, Pebblebee, and Chipolo to find out whats changed in the 12 months since launch. Is Googles smart tag network any good yet… [+14583 chars]
Revolutionize Your Charging Experience with Anker's USB-C Charging Station
Tell me if this is you. Youve got all your fancy gadgets, but only one measly outlet available. Deciding whether to juice up your phone or your laptop firstwhat a conundrum. Sure, you could plug one … [+2068 chars]
Unbeatable Deal: HP 14 Laptop Now Available for $300 at Amazon
If the time has come for you to pick up a new computer, you’re probably looking for the most affordable one you can get. That makes sense, because computers, even laptops, can be quite expensive. You… [+2004 chars]
Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Live; Meta Quest 3S Offers Exciting VR Alternatives
The Nintendo Switch 2 preorders went live last night. If you weren’t one of the lucky few to score yours from Target, Best Buy, or Walmart, you’ll have another shot at redemption by waiting up for th… [+2187 chars]
Google Enhances Veo 2 Functionality Within Gemini Platform
As the rollout continues, Google is making Veo 2 more prominent in Gemini’s prompt bar, with the web app also seeing other tweaks today. Gemini has moved Veo 2 from the model picker to the prompt ba… [+1047 chars]
Vivo's New Tablets Challenge Western Tech Giants with Unbeatable Value
Somewhere between Apples $399 iPad baseline and Samsungs own tablet ambitions, China quietly cracked the code. Not with flagship specs or branding clout – but with sheer, brutal value. Vivos latest t… [+3485 chars]
OpenAI Unveils Lightweight Version of Deep Research AI Tool
Two months ago, OpenAI introduced its Deep Research AI agent, designed to tackle complex, multi-step research tasks by sifting through huge amounts of information online. Then, weeks later, it follow… [+1642 chars]
Volkswagen Partners with Uber to Launch Autonomous ID. Buzz Robotaxis in Los Angeles
Volkswagen is making a serious push into the world of autonomous vehicles, and it is teaming up with Uber to help drive that effort forward. The two companies have announced a partnership that will p… [+2612 chars]
Perplexity's CEO discusses strategy for new Comet web browser and data collection
Perplexity's CEO, Aravind Srinivas, recently appeared on the TBPN podcast and spoke about the company's strategy, including the upcoming Comet web browser. He revealed that one reason Perplexity is b… [+1978 chars]
Join the Excitement: Volunteer for MidCamp 2025!
If you've been looking for non-code opportunities to give back to the Drupal community, we have the perfect solution! Volunteer to help out at MidCamp 2025. Were looking for amazing people to help… [+1839 chars]
Exploring the Nuances of R's Labeling Functions and the Tidyverse
In which I confront the way I read code in different languages, and end up wishing that R had a feature that it doesnt. This is a bit of a thought-dump as I consider some code – please dont take it… [+9522 chars]
Google Maps Faces Address Mapping Anomalies in Vancouver and Vernon
I was driving around Vernon, BC a few weeks ago and I asked Google Maps for directions to 3207 30th Ave. It confidently told me where to go but luckily my passenger noticed that it was actually direc… [+8053 chars]
Exploring the Data API Builder: A Deep Dive into the REST API and Querying Techniques
I wrote a piece on getting started with the Data API Builder (DAB), which looked at how this product works and how to start using it. That was a basic look, but it gives data professionals an idea of… [+11474 chars]
Samsung's Revolutionary G90XF 3D Gaming Monitor: A Glimpse Into the Future
PRICE$1,999.99AT A GLANCEPlus• Glasses-free 3D technology delivers a surprisingly comfortable viewing experience• Excellent 2D performance with a high refresh rate and snappy response time• Effective… [+10230 chars]
Unveiling Earth Kurma: A New Cyber Threat Targeting Southeast Asia
After collecting all the files into a password-protected archive, which is normally named after the host name, the archived RAR will be copied to the folder \\DC_server\sysvol\{domain}\Policies\{ID}\… [+4999 chars]
U Mobile Partners with CT Sabah to Propel 5G Rollout in Sabah and Labuan
U Mobile has appointed Celcom Timur Sabah (CT Sabah) to deploy 5G leased circuits in Sabah and Labuan. Both providers have recently signed a Term Sheet agreement to kick start collaboration to enable… [+2517 chars]
Weekly Update on the GNOME Project: XML Parsing Enhancements and New Releases
#197 XML Parsing April 25, 2025 Curated by Felix Update on what happened across the GNOME project in the week from April 18 to April 25. GNOME Core Apps and Libraries Software Lets you insta… [+3480 chars]
Exploring Threat Modeling: A Deep Dive with MITRE's Tiffany Bergeron
A great, in depth series on threat modeling with ATTACK Tiffany Bergeron is Chief Architect at MITREs Mappings Program. We did a four part series, diving deep into threat modeling using ATT&CK… [+1035 chars]
Apple Set to Revolutionize User Experience with iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 at WWDC
Apple is expected to unveil iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 at its annual WorldWide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, and we've already heard rumors that these versions of its mobile operating systems will … [+879 chars]
Google Maps Misplaces Canadian Addresses, Leaving Users Confused
I was driving around Vernon, BC a few weeks ago and I asked Google Maps for directions to 3207 30th Ave. It confidently told me where to go but luckily my passenger noticed that it was actually direc… [+8053 chars]
Exploring Threat Modeling with MITRE's ATT&CK Framework
A great, in depth series on threat modeling with ATTACK Tiffany Bergeron is Chief Architect at MITREs Mappings Program. We did a four part series, diving deep into threat modeling using ATT&CK… [+1035 chars]
Join Us as a Volunteer for MidCamp 2025!
If you've been looking for non-code opportunities to give back to the Drupal community, we have the perfect solution! Volunteer to help out at MidCamp 2025. Were looking for amazing people to help… [+1839 chars]
Samsung G90XF: A Groundbreaking Glasses-Free 3D Gaming Monitor
PRICE$1,999.99AT A GLANCEPlus• Glasses-free 3D technology delivers a surprisingly comfortable viewing experience• Excellent 2D performance with a high refresh rate and snappy response time• Effective… [+10230 chars]
E-Commerce Accessibility: A Significant Barrier for Consumers with Disabilities
E-commerce websites lead thew way when it comes to web and app accessibility barriers, according to ... More the latest reports getty Though from its inception in the mid-nineties, universal access… [+3664 chars]
Emergence of Earth Kurma: A New Cyber Threat Targeting Southeast Asia
After collecting all the files into a password-protected archive, which is normally named after the host name, the archived RAR will be copied to the folder \\DC_server\sysvol\{domain}\Policies\{ID}\… [+4999 chars]
Apple Set to Unveil iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 at WWDC 2024
Apple is expected to unveil iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 at its annual WorldWide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, and we've already heard rumors that these versions of its mobile operating systems will … [+879 chars]
Reflections on Reading R Code: Understanding the Power of {glue}
In which I confront the way I read code in different languages, and end up wishing that R had a feature that it doesnt. This is a bit of a thought-dump as I consider some code – please dont take it… [+9522 chars]
Weekly Update on GNOME Project Progress: April 18-25, 2025
#197 XML Parsing April 25, 2025 Curated by Felix Update on what happened across the GNOME project in the week from April 18 to April 25. GNOME Core Apps and Libraries Software Lets you insta… [+3480 chars]
Exploring the Data API Builder: A Deeper Dive into REST API Queries
I wrote a piece on getting started with the Data API Builder (DAB), which looked at how this product works and how to start using it. That was a basic look, but it gives data professionals an idea of… [+11474 chars]
What to Expect from the Apple Watch Series 11: A Look Ahead on Its 10th Anniversary
As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch today, we thought we'd take a look at what Apple has in store for the next-generation version of the device that's coming this fall. The Apple … [+5411 chars]
Leaker Claims iOS 19 Will Introduce Stage Manager Support for USB-C iPhones
A leaker known as Majin Bu today claimed that iOS 19 will enable support for at least a limited version of Stage Manager on iPhone models with a USB-C port. In a blog post citing sources, the leaker… [+1385 chars]