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TikTok’s ‘Add to Music’ feature expands to more countries
TikTok has announced the expansion of its "Add to Music app" feature, enabling users globally to swiftly save songs from videos directly into their music streaming service of choice, including…
Don’t panic! your cat memes on Gmail are secure
If you've heard whispers about Gmail being shut down, you're not alone. This worry has surfaced online, but it seems to be unfounded. A fake email claiming that Google is…
Apple: Spotify dispute is about profits, not consumers
The European Commission is on the brink of imposing a fine estimated at approximately €500 million ($539 million) on Apple. This penalty comes in light of allegations suggesting the tech…
Google and Reddit expand partnership, leverage AI to enhance user experience
Google and Reddit today announced an expanded partnership aimed at making Reddit's wealth of community-driven content more easily accessible and discoverable across Google's products. The collaboration leverages Google's AI capabilities…
Google pauses Gemini AI’s image generation of people due to historical inaccuracies
Google has announced it is temporarily disabling the image generation of people within its Gemini AI tool in some countries. This decision follows criticism surrounding the generation of historically inaccurate…
Spark email client enhances AI capabilities with ‘My Writing Style’ feature
Spark, a popular email application for iPhone and Mac, is introducing a new AI-powered feature called "My Writing Style." This feature aims to personalize and streamline email composition by learning…
Spotify introduces AUX: a music advisory agency for brands
Spotify, a leader in the music streaming industry, possesses a vast music library and editorial team that curate recommendations for over 600 million global fans. This robust ecosystem creates significant…
Pocket 2: everything you need to know about Huawei’s new flip phone
Huawei just unveiled the Pocket 2, the latest iteration of their popular foldable flip phone. The device boasts upgraded specs, a refined design, and some seriously cool features. Let's dive…
ChatGPT channels its inner Kanye: AI goes on a bizarre rant
ChatGPT, the usually helpful AI, has apparently gone rogue. Users were reporting bizarre behavior, with the chatbot descending into nonsensical ramblings and what can only be described as AI poetry.…
Adobe: “We know PDFs suck, so we made this AI thing”
Let's be honest – PDFs are often a necessary evil. They're secure and versatile, yet navigating dense PDF documents can be a frustrating, time-consuming chore. Now, with the rise of…
One UI 6.1 and AI coming to older Galaxy smartphones in March
If you've been eyeing the new features on Samsung's Galaxy S24 series with a touch of envy, you're in luck! Samsung has announced that the latest iteration of its Android…
Make your WhatsApp messages easier to read with new formatting features
WhatsApp has introduced four new text formatting options to enhance user experience and facilitate clearer, more organized messaging. Starting today, WhatsApp aficionados can now employ bulleted and numbered lists, block…
Apple levels up iMessage security with PQ3: protection from future quantum attacks
In a significant step towards safeguarding user privacy, Apple has unveiled PQ3, an innovative security protocol designed to shield iMessage from the potential dangers of quantum computers. While widespread quantum…
Sony unveils the perfect everyday lens: new FE 24-50mm F2.8 G is compact and sharp
Sony just made your camera bag a whole lot lighter without sacrificing quality. Introducing the FE 24-50mm F2.8 G– a compact, full-frame lens that's ready for anything. From stunning portraits…
Meet Gemma, Google’s new state-of-the-art open AI model
Google has unveiled Gemma, a pioneering series of open models aimed at empowering developers and researchers to engage in AI development with a conscientious approach. This new suite of models…
HONOR demonstrates eye-tracking feature for automotive control
HONOR just shattered expectations with its latest AI-powered feature. Using an HONOR Magic6 Pro smartphone, they've successfully demonstrated how advanced eye-tracking technology can be used to control a car. Yes,…
Nothing goes quiet: CMF Neckband Pro with 50dB ANC and CMF Buds to be unveiled alongside Phone (2a)
Nothing has revealed its plans to launch not one, but three products at its upcoming event on March 5, 2024. Among these, the mid-range smartphone Nothing Phone (2a) is set…
Copilot in Windows gets an upgrade: new features and improved accessibility
Microsoft just gave Copilot in Windows a significant boost! The latest Windows Insider build introduces powerful features, a focus on accessibility, and even integration with Power Automate Desktop. Try asking…