Meta has banned RT and other Russian state media outlets on its platforms, which include Facebook and Instagram. “After careful consideration, we expanded our ongoing enforcement against Russian state media outlets,” the company told Engadget in a statement. “Rossiya Segodnya, RT and other related entities are now banned from our apps globally for foreign interference… Continue reading Meta bans Russian state media outlets on Facebook and Instagram
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Apple has released iOS 18. Here’s how to update your iPhone
Finally out of beta, iOS 18 arrived for public availability as of Monday afternoon. You can download and install it if your device is compatible, but it already comes with all iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro models that will be available on September 20. Those with eligible devices can update them… Continue reading Apple has released iOS 18. Here’s how to update your iPhone
OpenAI’s new safety board has more power and no Sam Altman
OpenAI has announced significant changes to its safety and security practices, including the establishment of a new independent board oversight committee. This move comes with a notable shift: CEO Sam Altman is no longer part of the safety committee, marking a departure from the previous structure. The newly formed Safety and Security Committee (SSC) will… Continue reading OpenAI’s new safety board has more power and no Sam Altman
Hundreds of Amazon drivers in NYC join the Teamsters union
Hundreds of Amazon drivers in New York City have joined the Teamsters union in the hope of obtaining better pay and working conditions. The union says a majority of drivers at each of three delivery service partners (DSPs) working out of a Queens warehouse have signed authorization cards. According to a Teamsters press release, the… Continue reading Hundreds of Amazon drivers in NYC join the Teamsters union
How to stream using a VPN on Roku
The Roku smart TV platform is an accessible way to watch your favorite streaming content in a centralized location – either built-in to TVs, or by adding affordable dongles or set-top boxes to older televisions. One big advantage of the Roku platform is that it’s always getting free software updates to keep it current —… Continue reading How to stream using a VPN on Roku
Apple’s iOS 18 is available today, but your iPhone may not be compatible. All the eligible devices and new features coming
Apple (Apple) Apple just released its new iOS 18 for all eligible iPhones to download free today, which you can find in the Software Update settings. And if you’re planning to buy one of the new iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro models coming available on September 20, they’ll already have iOS 18 installed. But… Continue reading Apple’s iOS 18 is available today, but your iPhone may not be compatible. All the eligible devices and new features coming
Tile introduces its first new Bluetooth trackers in years
It’s been around three years since Tile has offered a serious refresh for its popular line of Bluetooth trackers. Since that time, the company was bought by Life360 and Apple began dominating the field with its AirTag trackers. Now, Tile is back with four new trackers to help people find stuff. The Bluetooth range has… Continue reading Tile introduces its first new Bluetooth trackers in years
AirPods Pro 2’s new features have arrived. Here’s what to expect
Prior to iOS 18’s arrival, Apple released a firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2 that will deliver new features the company announced at WWDC in June. Now that the latest version of the mobile OS is available, your iPhone can fully employ the new tools, which include Siri Interactions, Voice Isolation and more. Your… Continue reading AirPods Pro 2’s new features have arrived. Here’s what to expect
iOS 18 is now available
As of now, iOS 18 is here. You can download and install it if your device is compatible, but it already comes with all iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro models that will be available on September 20. Those with eligible devices can update them by going to Settings > General >… Continue reading iOS 18 is now available
Apple’s 13-inch M2 iPad Air is back on sale for $720
It’s not too late to get that bright student in your life a back-to-school gift that could help with their studies. An iPad can be useful for note taking and writing papers (especially with a keyboard attachment), carrying out research and definitely not streaming a new TV obsession during class. So if you’ve been lagging… Continue reading Apple’s 13-inch M2 iPad Air is back on sale for $720