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While everyone is excited about AI, The AI Overview used in Google Search is giving users some crazy and obviously incorrect information. According to CNBC, when Google Search was asked how many Muslim presidents has the U.S. had, the AI Overview incorrectly said, “The United States has had one Muslim president, Barack Hussein Obama.” You might recall that back in February Google’s AI image generator incorrectly showed historical figures with unrealistic darker skin tones forcing Google to temporarily suspend the feature.AI Overview provides users with a summary of responses to questions asked on Google Search and appears at the top…
A post from Hall of Fame leaker Evan Blass (via AndroidAuthority) reveals that Samsung will offer consumers two different ways to order the Galaxy Ring. If you know your ring size, you will be able to order the new wearable (which will be available in nine different sizes) by choosing your ring size and ordering the device. The leak, which appears to show the official ordering process that will appear on the Samsung website, then says, “You’ll get your Galaxy Ring delivered right away, in general process.”If you don’t know your ring size, the aforementioned two steps turn into four.…
I get it. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is not Apple’s latest phone. That distinction goes to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which starts at a prohibitive $1,200. If your budget is nearly half of that, you might want to go for the iPhone 13 Pro Max instead, which is substantially discounted for a limited time at Amazon-owned Woot.Unless you live in China, you’ll almost never find a deal on a brand-new unlocked iPhone. To save money, you can always go for a non-Pro model but that might not be the brightest of ideas. Take the iPhone 15 as an…
I get it. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is not Apple’s latest phone. That distinction goes to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which starts at a prohibitive $1,200. If your budget is nearly half of that, you might want to go for the iPhone 13 Pro Max instead, which is substantially discounted for a limited time at Amazon-owned Woot.Unless you live in China, you’ll almost never find a deal on a brand-new unlocked iPhone. To save money, you can always go for a non-Pro model but that might not be the brightest of ideas. Take the iPhone 15 as an…
Presently, the e-commerce giant sells this high-quality Samsung tablet at an exciting 36% discount. This appealing deal lands it at some of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen. Keep in mind that the slate only comes in one color (Graphite) and storage version (128GB) at the store. The Galaxy Tab S8 is $254 cheaper on Amazon If you want a flagship-grade Galaxy Tab experience without breaking the bank, consider getting the Tab S8. This tablet is currently $254 off on Amazon, and you don’t need to jump through any hoops to take advantage! The model has an 11-inch screen with…
Despite the trade restrictions imposed on it in 2022 by the US, China’s Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) managed to become the world’s third-largest foundry by revenue in Q1 2024.According to the latest numbers released by Counterpoint Research, the global foundry industry’s revenue increased 12 percent year-on-year during the first quarter of the year, with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) exceeding market expectations. The company saw its market share increase from 60 to 62 percent and retained its number one spot.With the same 13 percent market share as last year, Samsung Foundry remained number two. The company’s revenue decreased due…
Back in October 2015, Google raised the maximum price on Play Store apps from $200 to $400. Since that hike, Google has kept the maximum price for a Play Store app at $400…until last week when, at Google I/O 2024, developers were given the nod to hike app prices to as high as $999.99. That works out to a 150% increase. Developers could take advantage of a new installment feature to allow buyers to pay for an expensive app priced at, say, $999.99, over time.You probably won’t find many apps priced at the new $999.99 maximum. There are always those…
The world of smartphone repair is undergoing a significant shakeup, and Samsung appears to be at the center of it all. Recent reports have unveiled questionable practices by the tech giant, sparking concerns about privacy and right-to-repair laws.According to The Verge, a leaked contract between Samsung and an independent service provider reveals a concerning requirement. For every repair performed, independent shops are required to provide Samsung with the customer’s name, address, telephone number, phone’s unique identifiers, customer complaint, and repair details. This revelation has raised eyebrows among privacy advocates and consumers alike.In addition, the contract reportedly instructs repair shops to…
Google’s revamped Weather app is making its way to a wider audience. Originally exclusive to a few Pixel devices, the fresh design has been spotted on several Android phones, including Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, OnePlus Open, and Honor Magic 6 RSR. The redesigned app, which acts as a shortcut to the comprehensive Google Weather platform, boasts a Material You aesthetic with a vibrant look and expanded data.One of the most exciting additions is NowCast, a feature providing hyper-local and real-time precipitation forecasts. This technology is reminiscent of Dark Sky, a popular weather platform acquired by Apple, which left Android…
Gmail, Google’s popular email service, is introducing a refreshed “Updates” inbox for Android and iOS users, aimed at improving the email experience and making it easier to focus on priority items. The updated inbox will be gradually rolled out to users, with a notification banner appearing in the Primary inbox announcing its arrival.It’s no secret that Google is not new to auto-categorization. Gmail has long offered specialized inboxes for Promotions, Social, Forums, and the “Updates” inbox itself. These cater to users who prefer a more organized approach to their email, while those who favor a traditional reverse-chronological view have the…
YouTube Music is finally rolling out a feature that many users have been eagerly anticipating: the ability to search for songs by singing or humming them. This addition was spotted in the latest version of the app for Android, and it promises to make finding that elusive tune stuck in your head a breeze.As reported by 9to5Google, the feature has been in testing since March and is now making its way to Android users. Upon tapping the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner of the app, users will notice a new waveform icon alongside the familiar microphone icon…
An animated video posted this week has a voice-over that sounds like a late-night TV ad, but the pitch is straight out of the far future. The arms of an octopus-like robotic surgeon swirl, swiftly removing the head of a dying man and placing it onto a young, healthy body. This is BrainBridge, the animated video claims—“the world’s first revolutionary concept for a head transplant machine, which uses state-of-the-art robotics and artificial intelligence to conduct complete head and face transplantation.” BrainBridge is not a real company—it’s not incorporated anywhere. Yet it’s not merely a provocative work of art. This video…
The month of May ushers in a wave of updates for Samsung device users, encompassing the latest Android security patches and the fresh features of One UI 6.1. This month’s updates aren’t just about routine security enhancements, but also bring significant improvements to the user experience.As detailed in a recent report by Android Police, the rollout schedule for the May 2024 patch and One UI 6.1 has commenced, covering a wide range of Samsung models. The updates started as early as May 10th for select models, and by the end of the month, many devices across different series and carriers…
The recent Apple roadmap we showed you about a week and a half ago made it pretty clear. The next iPad mini, the seventh-generation model, will not arrive later this year or even next year as we all thought. The roadmap said as clearly as could be that an 8.4-inch iPad mini would arrive in 2026 and would feature an OLED screen. So we really shouldn’t be too surprised to see a report out of Korea from Naver (via Wccftech) that says Samsung has started development of an OLED panel in the 8-inch range that would be used for the…
What’s not to like about Garmin’s smartwatches? Those boast super rich features for the active and stand out with massive battery life compared to the best smartwatches for Android lovers. Despite their typically hefty price tags, they also often go on sale, too. Take the Instinct 2, for example. Usually, this puppy will set you back about $300, but Amazon currently lets you get one for less than $200! The impressive $100 discount first went live at the beginning of this month at Best Buy. But now, Amazon matches the offer, retailing the model at the same price. However,…
Are you ready to start your summer with a bang? We’re not going to lie to you, it might be too late to actually get the top Memorial Day 2024 deals detailed below fulfilled and delivered in time for your celebratory barbecue, but just imagine how happy you’ll be when you return to work next week and your new phone, tablet, smartwatch, or earbuds arrive at your doorstep.We obviously have all those product categories covered this week (just like every other week), and whether you’re planning to spend less than $100 or more than $1,000 on something to make you…