Author: Zach_Wilson
How to use Visual Intelligence, Apple’s take on Google Lens
The recent rollout of iOS 18.2 finally brings many of the promised Apple Intelligence features, like Genmoji and Image Playground. One such long-awaited tool is Visual Intelligence, a feature currently reserved for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max that was first introduced at the company’s September event. What is…
Read More
I used Apple Image Playground to send AI holiday greetings to my whole family and they were very confused
Raise your hand if you’ve been using Apple Intelligence regularly since Apple officially launched it with the iPhone 16 lineup and the iOS 18.2 update. It’s powerful and woven throughout the platform, yet I know it’s not yet part of my workflow and I’ve struggled a bit to know when…
Read More
9 great Game Pass games for your Xbox
Even if it wasn’t the strongest year for Xbox exclusive games (and some of those exclusives had their issues), Game Pass was still an extremely good deal for console owners. Mostly, it’s the variety; the subscription service continues to offer a great mix of new blockbuster releases, along with smaller…
Read More
The Canon R5 Mark II is everything I love about this camera line
I’ve finally had a chance to test out the new hybrid powerhouse from Canon, the R5 Mark II. The camera comes with much-improved autofocus powered by the new Digic X processor, new eye-controlled autofocus, a backside illuminated sensor capable of faster readout and better low-light performance, and stunning video specs…
Read More
OpenAI announces plan to transform into a for-profit company
OpenAI has laid out plans to become a for-profit company. In a blog post published on Friday, OpenAI’s board said it will replace the company’s existing structure with one that puts control into the hands of its for-profit arm. Going into 2025, OpenAI plans to become a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC),…
Read More
2024’s best games channeled the heart and soul of the ‘90s
In 2024, we gamed like it was 1997. Games like Metaphor: ReFantazio, Astro Bot, and the solo-developed Balatro remixed genres of console generations past (or, in Balatro’s case, remixed the very old game of poker itself) to critical and commercial success, while Capcom was one of the most successful companies…
Read More