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ChatGPT Images 2.0 is a hit in India, but not a big winner elsewhere, yet
Users in India are embracing ChatGPT Images 2.0 for creative, personal visuals â from avatars to cinematic portraits.
Appleâs Incoming CEO Makes His Earnings Call Debut
Before he faces the public in September, Ternus is chatting up the people who matter: investors.
Samsung Chip Profits Soar Amid the Tech World's RAM Shortages
Demand for increasing AI compute is keeping chip supply short for the foreseeable future, and Samsung is coming out ahead.
Apple Expects 'Significantly Higher Memory Costs' to Impact iPhone, MacBook Neo
Apple saw more demand for the iPhone 17 and MacBook Neo than it was expecting and suggests the RAM shortage could hit prices on new stock.
Huawei Unveils Car That Can Project Movies With Its Headlights
Huawei's XPixel technology at the Beijing Auto Show is far beyond what US EVs can currently do.
As Tim Cook steps down, Apple hit record sales â but a chip shortage looms
Cook warned that Apple is facing supply-chain headwinds from RAMageddon that could impact its business.
Y Combinator alum Skio sells for $105M cash, only raised $8M, founder says
Subscription billing fintech Skio sold to its competitor Recharge in what was a healthy exit, according to its founder and former CEO.
The New OnePlus Pad 4 Is Thin and Fast, but Not Yet in the US
North American customers will have to wait -- the tablet is only selling in India for now.
Elon Muskâs A.I. Claims of Danger Face Limits in OpenAI Trial
One of Elon Muskâs abiding fears is that A.I. could one day threaten humans. But the jurors deciding his suit against OpenAI probably wonât hear aboutâŚ
Apple Reports 17% Sales Jump, Powered by iPhones
John Ternus, who will take over in September, spoke publicly on an investor call for the first time since his new job was announced.
Sources: Anthropic potential $900B+ valuation round could happen within 2 weeks
Anthropic is asking investors to submit allocations for the AI companyâs latest fundraise within the next 48 hours, according to sources familiar withâŚ
The craziest part of Musk v. Altman happened while the jury was out of the room
Okay, I am not a lawyer so I only understood about half of what just happened. But I am fairly sure, given the context, that Elon Musk's lawyers may hâŚ
Spotify Will Now Verify Non-AI Artists
The biggest music streaming platform braces for AI slop to overrun music.
Apple was surprised by AI-driven demand for Macs
Apple said it will be supply-constrained on Mac mini, Studio, and Neo in the next quarter, too.
Trump nominates Fox News doctor to be the next surgeon general
Trump lashes out at Cassidy while announcing his new nomination. In a series of social media posts Thursday, President Trump withdrew his nomination oâŚ
âMacross Plusâ Is an Ultra-Romantic Classic That Refuses to Age
This retro mecha masterpiece reaches across time and space with a prescient, hopeful message as timeless as its vision of the future.
What Size TV Do You Need? TV Screen Size Calculator
Here's how to calculate the perfect TV size based on your room.
Apple Plugs Security Hole That Enabled FBI to Access Deleted Signal Messages on iPhone
The iOS 26.4.2 update is actually a big deal for privacy, even for people who use other messaging apps.
US falls below Ukraine in press freedom as global autocracy takes hold
"In 25 years, the average score... has never been so low." From watching too much Nordic noir, I have learned the key lessons to Scandinavian safety: âŚ
Best VPN for iPhone 2026: Boost Your Privacy on the Go
Enhance your privacy while surfing the web, stream foreign Netflix libraries, unblock regional sports and avoid mobile traffic shaping with the best iâŚ
Russia cloaks launch schedule after spaceport falls in Ukraine's sights
"We had serious inbound attempts to the cosmodrome that day." If you believe official Russian reports, the country's northern spaceport has come underâŚ
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 1, #584
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 1, No. 584.
Best VPN for Windows PCs 2026: Browse the Web, Torrent, Stream and Game Privately
The best VPNs for Windows PCs let you browse the web, stream videos from services like Netflix, play games and download torrents in private.
Robloxâs daily users continue to drop as age checks slow growth
Roblox's daily active users continued to slip last quarter due in part to its rollout of age checks on its platform. According to its latest earnings âŚ
Stick It to Jeff Bezos by Turning Your Defunct Kindle Into the Worldâs Worst Typewriter
The world doesn't need anymore e-waste. Be the change you want to see.
Meta says it may withdraw its apps from New Mexico if judge agrees to the state's demands
Welcome to the Land of Enchantment.
Elon Musk's 7 biggest stumbles on the stand at OpenAI trial
Elon Musk spent three days testifying as the first witness in his trial against OpenAI. Elon Musk seems tired and cranky. On Thursday, he took the staâŚ
âDe-extinctionâ Startup Wants to Revive Antelope Killed Off by South African Colonists
Colossal Biosciencesâ bluebuck de-extinction project could also help the worldâs dozens of currently endangered antelope species.
The Best Toys of April 2026
From life-sized Grogus to tiny Puss in Boots, it's been a big month for toy news.
Best Free VPN for 2026: Privacy Without Paying
While free VPNs can pose risks, using one of the best options can protect your privacy without costing anything.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 1, #1055
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 1, No. 1,055.