If you’re an Xbox Insider, you can now test a new home screen when using the Windows Xbox app. In a blog post published yesterday, Microsoft showcased the redesigned interface, which unites the Game Pass and Microsoft Store experiences. Users can now find their games in one place and avoid tab-hopping. This new home tab… Continue reading Xbox Insiders can now test the Windows Xbox App’s redesigned home screen
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The best budget laptops for 2024
Finding the perfect laptop without breaking the bank isn’t as hard as you might think. These days, the best cheap laptops still pack a lot of punch, offering great features without a premium price tag. Whether you need a laptop for work, school, streaming or just staying connected, there are plenty of affordable options that… Continue reading The best budget laptops for 2024
The best password manager for 2024
Think about your digital footprint. How many accounts have you created online since you first started using the internet? How many of those use the same passwords, so you have an easier time logging in? It’s a habit we’ve all fallen into, but it greatly weakens our ability to stay secure online. Just one password… Continue reading The best password manager for 2024
Microsoft accuses Google of secretly funding regulatory astroturf campaign
Microsoft is accusing Google of funding a proxy campaign designed to discredit it in the eyes of regulatory authorities and policymakers in the European Union and beyond. In a blog post penned by Rima Alaily, the company’s deputy general counsel, Microsoft claims the search giant has gone to “great lengths to obfuscate its involvement, funding… Continue reading Microsoft accuses Google of secretly funding regulatory astroturf campaign
Apple Intelligence is coming to EU iPhones and iPads in April
Folks in the European Union finally know when Apple Intelligence will be available on their mobile devices. Apple told EU users on Monday that its AI suite will arrive in April 2025. The first Apple Intelligence features, including Writing Tools and AI notification summaries, are now available for English speakers elsewhere. Apple announced the EU… Continue reading Apple Intelligence is coming to EU iPhones and iPads in April
Apple Intelligence is now available with iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1
The wait is finally over. Apple Intelligence is making its proper debut with the public releases of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 today. Typically, point-one versions of Apple operating systems add minor features and fix bugs, but this year it brings a major update since Apple Intelligence features weren’t quite ready in… Continue reading Apple Intelligence is now available with iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1
The paid version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp arrives on December 3
The free-to-play mobile game Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is going the way of the dodo on November 28. However, it’s being replaced by a paid, (mostly) offline version called Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete. This refresh drops on December 3, giving mobile Animal Crossing players just a few days without access to their beloved campsites.… Continue reading The paid version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp arrives on December 3
Google is expanding AI Overviews in Search to more than 100 countries
In a blog post today, Google said it will make AI Overviews in Google Search available to users living in more than 100 countries. Google says people like AI Overviews, so the company plans to reach 1 billion users each month. Additionally, Google is expanding language support — now, users in any country where AI… Continue reading Google is expanding AI Overviews in Search to more than 100 countries
Meta is reportedly developing a search engine for its chatbot
Stung from the hit it took from an Apple privacy feature three years ago, Meta is reportedly looking to decrease its dependence on Google and Microsoft. The Information said on Monday that Meta is developing a search engine for its chatbot. The company also recently partnered with Reuters to help its AI answer news-related questions.… Continue reading Meta is reportedly developing a search engine for its chatbot
Early Black Friday deals from Amazon include the Echo Show 5 for only $50
It may still be October, but Black Friday deals have already started coming down the pike. Case in point? The Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display is available for just $50. This early Black Friday deal knocks 44 percent off the price, bringing it down to what we saw on Prime Day. This sale is… Continue reading Early Black Friday deals from Amazon include the Echo Show 5 for only $50