When we last left The Boys, Homelander’s (Anthony Starr) political dabbling was humming along and Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) had a terminal illness. Two years and a new spin-off later, Homelander’s supercharging of a presidential campaign continues to be a dark mirror of the US political climate and Butcher looks …
Read More »Electric humanoid robot poised to shake up the job market
Boston Dynamics has unveiled a groundbreaking achievement in the ever-evolving robotics landscape. Supported by visionary research and decades of practical experience, this new electric robot marks a significant leap forward. The fully electric Atlas robot. (Boston Dynamics) Boston Dynamics unveils electric Atlas The Massachusetts-based robotics company bid farewell to the …
Read More »As the Google Search trial ends, DOJ seeks sanctions over missing messages
The fate of Google’s search business is now in the hands of Judge Amit Mehta, as closing arguments concluded in the landmark trial on Friday. The Department of Justice and plaintiff states made their last arguments Thursday on Google’s alleged anticompetitive conduct in the general search market, and on Friday …
Read More »Time-saving tricks using your keyboard
I spend hours and hours (and hours) online every week looking for the latest in tech for my national radio show, podcasts and, of course, newsletter. I rounded up eight browser keyboard shortcuts I use — so you can spend less time clicking around for the right button, too. I’m giving away a …
Read More »Microsoft needs some time to ‘refine’ updates for Copilot AI in Windows
Microsoft’s latest Windows Insider blog posts say that when it comes to testing new Copilot features in Windows 11, “We have decided to pause the rollouts of these experiences to further refine them based on user feedback.” For people who already have the feature, “Copilot in Windows will continue to …
Read More »DoorDash won’t let you tip NYC drivers without the app
Last week, I placed a big dinner order for myself and several friends through DoorDash. There was no way to add a tip when I placed my order, but I wasn’t too worried — DoorDash assured me I’d be able to tip after the order was placed or delivered. It …
Read More »Read Satya Nadella’s Microsoft memo on putting security first
Today, I want to talk about something critical to our company’s future: prioritizing security above all else. Microsoft runs on trust, and our success depends on earning and maintaining it. We have a unique opportunity and responsibility to build the most secure and trusted platform that the world innovates upon. …
Read More »How to shut down Facebook’s nosy ‘People You May Know’ suggestions
Are you tired of Facebook’s constant nudges about people they think you may know? Facebook employs algorithms that analyze your engagement patterns, your uploaded contact lists and your existing friends to suggest potential new connections. These suggestions appear in your “People You May Know” section, which can be found in …
Read More »Apple’s earnings show that, yeah, it’s really time for some new iPads
Less than a week ahead of its much-anticipated iPad hardware event, Apple shared its Q2 2024 earnings today, and the numbers paint a predictable picture for the increasingly dated tablet line. iPad revenue fell substantially yet again (by 17 percent year over year) amid the longest-ever wait for new models …
Read More »AI expert: ChatGPT prompts you’ll wish you knew sooner
ChatGPT has changed my life — and yours, even if you don’t use it as much as I do. You’ve probably noticed the new AI search bar in all the Meta apps, including Facebook and Instagram. It won’t be long before all your most-used apps and services integrate chatbots. (Yes, …
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