Author: Zach_Wilson
The final details of Samsung’s Android XR headset have been all but confirmed
After announcing its intentions to make an XR device in 2023, and revealing the design and intended use-cases for the headset alongside the announcement of Android XR in 2024, Samsung has shared precious few details about Project Moohan. A new leak from Android Headlines is set to change that, detailing…
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Hundreds of free VPN apps are not fit for purpose – but sadly, we can’t tell you which are the naughty ones
Many free VPNs act like spyware, collecting sensitive user information Several apps misuse permissions, turning privacy tools into tracking systems VPN developers often justify excessive access with misleading security explanations The growing popularity of free VPN apps has provided mobile users with an easy path to privacy – however, new…
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Sora 2 just ran into Hollywood’s legal wall – talent agents are calling for control over AI-generated stars
The release of Sora 2 has led a Hollywood agency to publicly condemn OpenAI’s AI video-maker The agency warned that Sora 2 poses a serious threat to performers’ likeness rights and compensation OpenAI has begun adjusting Sora 2’s parameters and hints at future guardrails and revenue sharing OpenAI’s new Sora…
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Amazon’s giant ads have ruined the Echo Show
Last week, Amazon launched a major update of its line of Alexa-enabled Echo smart speakers and displays. The redesign — led by former Microsoft design chief Ralf Groene, whom Amazon Devices & Services head Panos Panay coaxed out of retirement — included two new Echo Show smart displays. According to…
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Tensor’s Robocar will be ‘Lyft-ready’ out of the factory
Lyft is partnering with San Jose-based Tensor Auto. Lyft says it has reserved "hundreds" of Tensor robotaxis and will operate its own fleet. The other piece of the partnership: Tensor will make its Robocar "Lyft-ready" straight out of the factory. Shipping the Robocar with Lyft's platform will allow a futuristic…
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512GB microSD Express cards for Switch 2 are cheaper than ever right now
If you’re a Nintendo Switch 2 owner who mostly buys digital games as opposed to cartridges (like me!), its 256GB of internal storage will run out quickly. Buying a microSD Express card gives you more storage, though at a higher cost than most people likely want to pay. However, Lexar’s…
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