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The Morning After: Google accused of using novices to fact-check Gemini’s AI answers
Last week, Google allegedly instructed contract workers evaluating Gemini not to skip any prompts, regardless of their expertise, TechCrunch reports based on internal guidance it viewed. Now, contractors have allegedly been instructed not to skip prompts that “require specialized domain knowledge” and to “rate the parts of the prompt you…
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The best USB-C hub for 2025
When Apple put its new M4 chip in the iPad Pro before adding it to a MacBook, that was a pretty clear sign that tablets are more than just idle couch companions. But with just one or two ports, you’ll need a hub if you want to maximize that potential.…
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Lenovo’s extendable ThinkBook Plus laptop accidentally unrolled early
It looks like Lenovo’s next ThinkBook Plus laptop is going to have a rolling screen. According to images shared by prolific leaker Evan Blass, Lenovo’s sixth-generation ThinkBook Plus will have an extendable, rolling display that builds on the “rollable” laptop concept the company first introduced in 2022. The leaked images…
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The Morning After: US Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok’s ban appeal
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear TikTok owner ByteDance’s appeal of a law that could ban the app. The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act is set to go into effect on January 19, the day before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. ByteDance claimed the law violates…
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The best earbuds for Android devices in 2025
Whether it’s justified or not, Apple’s AirPods have become the default for most iPhone owners in the market for new wireless earbuds. If you use an Android phone, however, the best options aren’t as obvious. If you’re hunting for a new pair yourself, allow us to help: We’ve tested countless…
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The best Chromebook you can buy in 2025
You might be tempted to get a Chromebook as your next laptop and we wouldn’t blame you. Chrome OS has come a long way: Chromebooks today have a good combination of build quality, battery life and power while also supporting years of software updates that will take you years into…
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