Insta360ās face-tracking webcams get bigger sensors and more expensive
Insta360 has announced new Pro versions of its Link 2 and Link 2C webcams that first launched in September 2024. As with the previous versions, the neā¦
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Slackbot is an AI agent now
Salesforce unveils Slackbot, a new AI agent that allows users to complete tasks across multiple enterprise applications from Slack.
PC shipments just grew unexpectedly amid RAM shortages
The PC market is bracing for a turbulent year ahead, but shipments managed to exceed expectations in the recent holiday quarter. IDC reports that shipā¦
Superorganism raises $25M to backĀ biodiversity startups
Superorganism launched in 2023 as what it claims is the first venture capital firm focused on biodiversity, aiming to serve as the conservationist on ā¦
Brazil orders Meta to suspend policy banning third-party AI chatbots from WhatsApp
Brazil's competition watchdog has ordered WhatsApp to put on hold its policy that bars third-party AI companies from using its business API to offer cā¦
The Morning After: Apple will use Gemini to power Siri AI
Apple and Google have confirmed that Geminiās models power the new version of Siri and other generative AI features. CNBC broke the news, but Apple anā¦
Wild mushrooms keep killing people in California; 3 dead, 35 poisoned
Officials have linked the poisonings to the death cap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). A third person has died in a rash of poisonings from wild, forageā¦
Signal creator Moxie Marlinspike wants to do for AI what he did for messaging
Introducing Confer, an end-to-end AI assistant that just works. Moxie Marlinspikeāthe pseudonym of an engineer who set a new standard for private messā¦
Peter Capaldi Thinks āDoctor Whoā Has to Become Less Important to Survive
The Twelfth Doctor himself has some thoughts about where 'Doctor Who' has gone wrong recently.
Can We Build a Better Social Network?
A āHard Forkā and āSearch Engineā collaboration.
Time's Running Out to Grab the Speedy Apple M4 Mac Mini While It's $99 Off
The Mac Mini might be small, but it packs plenty of power in that small form factor. And now, it has a price to match.
iPhone 17 Pro vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra Compared: I Tested the Camera Kings
Both phones are amazing, but which one takes better photos? As a professional photographer, I wanted to find out.
Converge Bio raises $25M, backed by Bessemer and execs from Meta, OpenAI, Wiz
AI drug discovery startup Converge Bio raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from executives at Mā¦
A Quicker Tax Refund Isn't the Only Reason to File Income Taxes Early
If you're expecting a tax refund this year from your 2025 income taxes, why not get that money from the IRS as soon as you can?
100 Grams of Protein a Day: The Essential Visual Guide to Meeting Your Goals
This visual guide will make it easier to tell how much protein is on your plate.
Proton's Lumo AI chatbot now has an encrypted space for your projects
Protonās latest update for Lumo, its privacy-focused chatbot, introduces a feature called Projects. Itās a dedicated and encrypted space for tasks thaā¦
No, You Don't Need a New Pot. You Just Need to Admit Your Pasta Strategy Is a Total Mess
Stop putting expensive olive oil in your pasta water -- it just floats on top and does absolutely nothing.
4 Mistakes You're Likely Making When Brushing With an Electric Toothbrush
Just because your toothbrush is electric doesn't mean it does all the work for you.
Microsoft is retiring its Office Lens app on iOS and Android
Microsoft is removing its Lens scanner app from iOS and Android in the coming months. Microsoft Lens, or Office Lens as it's known to most, will no loā¦
The best streaming devices for 2026
With the dominance of smart TVs, streaming sticks and boxes may seem redundant ā but if your smart set is slow or has a frustrating user interface, a ā¦
Countries Block Grok Amid Backlash Over AI-Altered 'Undressed' Images
Two Southeast Asian countries have blocked the AI chatbot after it was caught creating sexualized images of women and children upon request.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 13 #681
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Jan. 13, No. 681.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 13, #1669
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Jan. 13, No. 1,669.
The best Apple Watches in 2026: whatās worth buying and whatās not, according to our expert
Thereās no need to buy new ā unless your modelās ready for retirement. Our technology expert compares the top Apple smartwatches available right nowā¢ ā¦
Avoid Fire Hazards by Never Using Space Heaters or These 7 Devices With Extension Cords
Extension cords should not be paired with every type of device in your home.
Can X be banned under UK law and what are the other options?
UK media regulator is investigating whether X has breached the Online Safety Act ā what could happen next?The UK government is threatening Elon Muskāsā¦
The 13 Best Nonalcoholic Drinks of 2026, Perfect for Dry January
If you're searching for great nonalcoholic drinks, look no further. Weāve spent weeks testing to bring you the best options.
Lenovo's Twisting Laptop Follows You Around the Meeting Room
At CES 2026, Lenovo unveiled its next productivity laptop, which uses AI to rotate its screen so it's always facing its owner.
An ecosystem of smuggled tech holds Iranās last link to the outside world
Despite internet blackout, a small number of Iranians are risking their lives to share messages as protests continueFor most of Iran, the internet wasā¦
This Duck-Billed Microphone Protects Against Eavesdroppers, But It Sure Is a Look
At CES 2026, this privacy accessory drastically quiets your conversations, though if you use it in public, you'll surely raise questions.
Meta-backed Hupo finds growth after pivot to AI sales coaching from mental wellness
Hupo, backed by Meta, pivoted from mental wellness to AI sales coaching for banks and insurers, and secured a $10M Series A led by DST Global
Trump Administration Nears Trade Deal With Taiwan
The deal would cut tariffs and include a commitment from Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation, the islandās chip giant, to build more manā¦