I let Gemini in Google Maps plan my day and it went surprisingly well
You may be familiar with Gemini as the thing that's in every Google service you use - whether you want it or not. While it's been a constant, sometimeâŚ
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In Japan, the robot isnât coming for your job; itâs filling the one nobody wants
Driven by labor shortages, Japan is pushing physical AI from pilot projects into real-world deployment.
âCognitive Surrenderâ Is a New and Useful Term for How AI Melts Brains
Once you learn this term, you will unfortunately see it everywhere.
Should we be polite to voice assistants and AIs?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readersâ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and âŚ
HP Omen Max 45L Review: 4K60 Gaming Has Never Been So Easy
Thanks to the ongoing RAM crisis, this pre-built PC tower may be a cheaper way to upgrade your desktop gaming experience.
Is the Slate Truck too minimal for its own good?
The first thing you notice about the Slate Truck is its size. It's small, surprisingly so. In a country where trucks often come with their own zip codâŚ
Devils on the Moon brings the score-chasing of pinball to the Playdate
Pinball video games have been around for years â I cut my teeth on Space Cadet 3D Pinball, which was pre-loaded on Windows 95. They range from realistâŚ
How the Amazon Echo learned to talk â and listen
Jeff Bezos badly wanted a voice computer. He had been saying so publicly since the very early days of Amazon, telling anyone who would listen about whâŚ
7 Kitchen Items That Could Have You Accidentally Eating Microplastics
These items in your kitchen are more likely to leak microplastics than others. Swap them out for these microplastic-free alternatives.
The Artemis II Moonshot Deserves Your Awe, and Your Closer Attention, Too
Commentary: NASA is sending four astronauts farther into space than any humans have ever traveled. But there's a much deeper subtext about what it allâŚ
I Used AI to Help Me Stay Ahead of Home Maintenance. Here's How
The chatbots' answers may not always be right, but they can let you know what problems to watch out for.
Google's Quantum Warning: Crypto Threat Closer Than Expected video
Google just warned that quantum computers could start breaking the complex encryption protecting cryptocurrencies much easier and sooner than expectedâŚ
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Google Pixel 10: The Big Differences Between Each Flagship
The most affordable Samsung and Google flagship models are closer than ever, but the $100 price difference does make for a few key differences. Here'sâŚ
Grammarlyâs sloppelganger saga
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the ups and downs of AI, follow Stevie BoâŚ
CBP facility codes sure seem to have leaked via online flashcards
Quizlet flashcards seem to include sensitive information about gate security at CBP locations. A user on Quizlet, an online learning platform, createdâŚ
How to Successfully Start a Social Media Detox With These Easy Steps
Improve your mental health and cut down on doomscrolling with these helpful tips.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 Review: Instant Mini Analog
This updated Instax adds a self-timer, but otherwise, it keeps it simple and inexpensive for those who want to dip their toes in instant film photograâŚ
Ecovacs Winbot W3 Omni Review: Window Cleaning Robots Have a Long Way to Go
Window-cleaning robots havenât quite arrived, but if youâve got enough very large windows, it could be worth it.
Can AI Find Your Next Obsession? I Tested Its Hobby Suggestions
Beekeeping? Astronomy? AI has some ideas for ways that you can spend your downtime.
If Your Baby's Not Sleeping, Try Your iPhone's Hidden White Noise Feature
Play calming sounds, like rain or ocean waves, to help create a peaceful and serene sleep environment.
Iâm Worried About the Helpless AI Disruptors of the Future
Venture capitalists are putting young entrepreneurs in incubators again. It sounds like a fun alternative to growing up.
Russia Allegedly Swung at VPNs but Accidentally Hit Its Own Banking Sector Instead
Russia's internet crackdowns sometimes have embarrassing blowback.
An AI bot invited me to its party in Manchester. It was a pretty good night
After forgetting the nibbles, refusing my costume requests and emailing GCHQ, âGaskellâ did at least get us to show upTwo weeks ago, an AI bot invitedâŚ
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 5 #763
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for April 5, No. 763.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 5, #1029
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 5 #1029
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, April 5
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 5.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 5, #559
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 5 No. 559.
NASA's Artemis II Astronauts Are More Than Halfway to the Moon: Day 4 Live Updates
The four-person Artemis II crew passed the halfway point to the moon late yesterday. Here's everything you need to know about the historic mission entâŚ
Artemis II is going so well that we're left to talk about frozen urine
"I think the fixation on the toilet is kind of human nature." The Orion spacecraft is now much closer to the Moon than Earth on its 10-day journey intâŚ
The Spaceballs sequel will be released in April next year
There's finally a release date for the Spaceballs sequel â but before you get too excited, it's a whole year away. As first reported by Deadline, AmazâŚ
Peter Thielâs big bet on solar-powered cow collars
Why did Founders Fund invest $220 million in cattle management startup Halter?
Embattled startup Delve has âparted waysâ with Y Combinator
The controversy around Delve appears to have cost the compliance startup its relationship with accelerator Y Combinator.