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May the 4th Be With You! Apple releases an amazing ‘Star Wars’ ad starring 172 real-life fans
Apple and Disney teamed up for a special Star Wars Day (May the 4th) ad showcasing the iPhone 15's "Precision Finding for Find My Friends" feature. The commercial follows a Mandalorian…
The future of music videos is AI: here’s a look at OpenAI’s Sora first official debut
OpenAI's text-to-video tool, Sora, is making waves in the music industry. Its latest creation, an official music video for synth-pop artist Washed Out, marks a milestone as the first commissioned work from an established artist…
AI in iOS 18: more details emerge
Apple CEO Tim Cook has hinted at upcoming AI features, and a new AppleInsider report sheds light on what they might be. A major focus will reportedly be on improving Siri, giving it…
We get it, Spotify HiFi exists. Now, can we please have it?
Spotify's journey towards providing lossless audio has been a long and winding road. Announced in September 2021, the much-anticipated Spotify HiFi tier was promised for a late 2021 launch. Fast-forward to May 2024, and…
Apple stock surges on earnings beat and massive 110$ billion buyback plan
Apple shares soared 7% in after-hours trading following a better-than-expected earnings report and the announcement of a record-breaking stock buyback program. The company revealed a $110 billion share repurchase plan, a 22%…
Spotify wants you to cough up cash for karaoke night
Remember those times you'd belt out a song, only to realize you were butchering the lyrics worse than a tone-deaf cat?Well, Spotify's here to make sure those embarrassing moments cost you. Yep, they're starting…
Apple CEO Tim Cook teases Major AI announcements for upcoming iPad event and WWDC
Apple is poised to shake up the AI landscape. CEO Tim Cook recently confirmed significant AI-focused announcements are coming soon, both at their upcoming iPad event and the annual Worldwide Developers Conference…
Samsung redefines home audio with the artful Music Frame HW-LS60D
Samsung seamlessly merges art and audio with its latest innovation, the Music Frame HW-LS60D wireless speaker. Disguised as a stylish picture frame, this speaker elevates your home décor while delivering a transformative sound…
1Password unveils Extended Access Management to revolutionize business security
1Password has announced the launch of its new Extended Access Management solution, marking a significant advancement in the field of identity security. This innovative system is designed to fortify the…
Google’s Passkeys surpass 1 billion authentications
In a significant development for online security, Google has announced that its innovative passkey system has now authenticated users over 1 billion times across more than 400 million accounts. This…
Iconic characters and Funko Pop! style collide in Funko Fusion! pre-orders open now
10:10 Games in collaboration with Funko, Inc. and Universal Products & Experiences, alongside physical distribution partner Skybound Games, revealed a brand new look at Funko Fusion and release details for the upcoming…
Samsung’s customization app, Good Lock, lands on the Play Store
pen_spark If you're a diehard Samsung Galaxy owner always hunting for more customization options, you might be familiar with Good Lock. It's packed with powerful tools for tweaking your phone's…
Universal Music Group and TikTok forge new era of music collaboration
pen_spark Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced a new licensing agreement with the social media phenomenon, TikTok. The "multi-dimensional" deal marks a significant resolution after a tense period during which…
LinkedIn gets a playful upgrade: are you game?
Move over, job postings! LinkedIn, the land of networking and career advice, is adding a surprising twist: Wordle-style puzzle games. Get ready for Pinpoint (word association), Queens (Sudoku-meets-Minesweeper), and Crossclimb…
Smart ring face-off: Amazfit Helio Ring challenges the Galaxy Ring
The smart ring market is heating up, and Zepp is the latest contender with its Amazfit Helio Ring. Unveiled at CES 2024, this titanium ring promises advanced health tracking and…
Snapchat gets a major upgrade: editable messages, AI reminders, and more!
Snapchat just dropped a whole bunch of cool new features, including the long-awaited ability to finally fix those embarrassing typos. Think you sent a "your" when you meant "you're"? Now…
WhatsApp enhances communities with New events feature and organized replies
WhatsApp is rolling out two new features designed to streamline communication and organization within groups and Communities. Events Feature Simplifies Planning The new Events feature allows users to easily plan…
Saudi innovators triumph in Apple’s Swift Student Challenge, building apps with global impact
The global stage of tech innovation has a new spotlight on Saudi Arabia as two brilliant young developers, Jawaher Shaman and Afrah Bin Jubayr, claimed the prestigious title of Distinguished…