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AYANEO’s Pocket DMG: a premium retro gaming handheld with a twist
AYANEO has finally revealed more details about its highly anticipated Pocket DMG retro gaming handheld. Designed to compete with the best Android handhelds on the market, the Pocket DMG boasts…
The future of brain preservation? scientists achieve breakthrough in tissue freezing
In a groundbreaking scientific leap, researchers have successfully frozen and thawed human brain tissue without causing any damage, a feat previously thought impossible. This breakthrough, led by Zhicheng Shao at…
Reddit revives awards system, but not everyone’s thrilled
In a move that seems to be more of a mea culpa than a celebration, Reddit has reintroduced a revamped version of its awards system. The platform had previously scrapped…
Samsung’s AI-powered TV pre-orders are up for pre-orders in the UAE
Following the recent "Unbox & Discover" event that showcased Samsung's impressive advancements in TV technology, Samsung Gulf Electronics has launched an exciting pre-order campaign for its 2024 AI TV lineup.…
Western Digital unveils world’s highest capacity 2.5” portable HDDs
With the explosion of digital content, people need bigger and more robust solutions to help access and preserve it all. Western Digital is introducing a portable HDD expansion across its…
X Marks the spot: twitter officially ditches twitter.com for x.com
The social media platform formerly known as Twitter has finally completed its transformation into "X," with the official adoption of X.com as its primary domain. While the rebranding process began…
ChatGPT supercharges data analysis with cloud integration and interactive tables
ChatGPT, the popular AI chatbot, is making waves again with significant enhancements to its data analysis capabilities.This time, the focus is on seamless integration with cloud storage platforms and interactive visualization tools. ChatGPT…
HMD Global unveils its own tablet, the HMD T21
HMD Global, the company behind Nokia-branded phones, has launched its first tablet under its own name, the HMD T21.This new tablet is essentially a rebranded Nokia T21, sporting a slightly tweaked camera module but…
Google Maps gets a makeover, here’s how it looks
Google Maps, once the undisputed champion of navigation apps, has been playing catch-up in recent years. However, the redesigned Google Maps unveiled at Google I/O 2024 could be a game-changer, breathing new life into the…
Reddit and OpenAI join forces: ChatGPT gets a boost, Reddit gets AI-power
Reddit and OpenAI have teamed up in a partnership that will see Reddit discussions integrated into ChatGPT, while Reddit will gain access to OpenAI's AI technology to develop new features for…
Retro gaming on Apple TV: RetroArch Emulation makes it possible
iPhone users can finally rejoice as the long-awaited arrival of retro game emulators on the App Store is becoming a reality. While Apple's adoption of these emulators has been slow, exciting options…
Threads takes aim at TweetDeck with new new web version
Meta's Threads is leveling up its web version, aiming to capture the hearts (and eyeballs) of power users who crave a more organized and efficient experience. The company is now testing Tweetdeck-like…
TikTok challenges YouTube with hour-long video test
TikTok, known for its short, addictive videos, is testing a new feature that could shake up the social media landscape: the ability to upload videos up to 60 minutes long. This significant departure from its…
HONOR gives developers early access to Android 15 Beta 1
HONOR is giving its developers a head start on Android 15 with the early release of Beta 1.Available on HONOR Magic6 Pro and HONOR Magic V2, this program lets developers experience the…
Gemini: Google’s AI twin with a cosmic origin story
Hold onto your hats, folks, because Google's Gemini AI isn't just another brainiac bot – it's got a backstory that's out of this world! You might be wondering, "Why Gemini?" Well, like any good…
Android gets smarter with Theft Detection Lock
Google unveiled a suite of new security features for their second Android 15 beta, designed to safeguard your phone even if stolen. Theft Detection Lock, a standout feature, recognizes suspicious motions like a phone…
Samsung jumps on Apple’s ‘Crush’ ad mishap, but can’t quite nail the landing
Remember that Apple ad where they crushed musical instruments and artwork with a giant hydraulic press to promote the new iPad Pro? Yeah, the one that made everyone cringe? Well, Samsung saw an opportunity…
Google refocuses on the Smart Home with new developer tools
Following its AI-focused Google I/O keynote, Google has turned its attention to enhancing the smart home experience.The company has introduced two new APIs, the Devices and Structures API and the Automation API, designed…