Apple will launch new anti-theft feature with iOS 17.3
There’s nothing worse than a thief making off with your iPhone. Actually, that’s not entirely true. There is something worse. The thief gains access to the contents of your stolen iPhone. Logged-in accounts, photos, and credit card information are just examples of sensitive data that a criminal could mine from your stolen device. Well, Apple […]
Every link on X /Twitter is broken
X, or the site formerly known as Twitter, broke in a novel way on Wednesday. As of about 2 p.m. ET on Dec. 13, clicking any link at all on X led to an error page. A YouTube link, an article, anything — try to click out and you get a cutesy error page from […]
In Memoriam: The tech that died in 2023
2023 has been a year of incredible technological advancements. This year, we saw the rise of ChatGPT and other generative AI models, and Apple finally released its long-awaited XR headset, the Vision Pro. But while we celebrate how far we’ve come, it’s just as important to pause and reflect on the technology that didn’t survive […]
Google Maps to get sneaky new feature that hides your travel activity
If you’re ever worried about your friends constantly checking your location in the same way they check what you’re listening to on Spotify (yes, I’m okay, please stop asking), Google has got you covered. The company announced in a blog post on Tuesday that it’s updating Google Maps to give users more control over their […]
Tesla recalls millions of cars in the U.S. over autosteering problems
There’s good news and bad news for Tesla owners. The bad news is that your car might’ve just gotten recalled over safety concerns. The good news is that you don’t have to take it anywhere. SEE ALSO: Tesla Cybertruck is here: 7 key new things we learned In an official notice, the National Highway Traffic […]
Score the affordable Apple Watch SE for less than $200
SAVE $50: As of Dec. 13, the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) is just $199 at Amazon. That’s a savings of 20%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) $199 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal If you’re still looking for a great Apple Watch deal, there are plenty lurking […]
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: The AI stuff Meta promised is finally here, apparently
A couple of years ago, I tore into Meta’s first Ray-Ban smart glasses for not being smart enough. Now, as we close out 2023, Meta has finally added some cool-sounding “smart” features. In a software update for the newest edition of the Ray-Ban glasses, Meta added some AI features that could actually be helpful, or […]
Get the eye-popping Viture One XR glasses for $50 off at Amazon
SAVE $50: As of Dec. 13, the Viture One XR glasses are down to $389 thanks to a $50 on-page coupon at Amazon. That’s a savings of 17%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Viture One XR Glasses $389 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Why settle for watching your favorite movies on your […]
Threads is getting its own fact-checkers to combat misinformation
Meta plans to add direct fact-checking for Threads, with the aim to address misinformation on the app itself instead of referentially through its other platforms. Though the owner of Facebook and Instagram uses third-party fact-checking teams to debunk misinformation and disinformation on these sites (whether it’s wholly successful is another thing), Meta’s answer to Twitter/X […]
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses review: Don't do this — or you're screwed
If you expect the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses to deliver ChatGPT-level AI while feeding you glitzy visual information before your eyes, you’ll be sorely disappointed. However, if you accept ’em for what they are, glorious glasses that are an extension of your phone, giving you hands-free access to calls, photo and video capture, and a […]