Windows 11 Start menu ads arrive. How to turn them off.
Sometimes it feels like everything is getting a little bit worse every day. This latest Windows 11 update is a good example of that. In the patch notes for Windows 11 update KB5036980, Microsoft noted that the start menu in Windows 11 will now display recommended apps from the Windows app store. In other words, […]
Rabbit R1: I spent 17 hours with it — and something’s iffy about it
“Hm, this is a lot wider than I expected,” I said when I held the Rabbit R1 for the first time. Laying flat on my hand, the vivid, electric orange chassis exceeded the span of my palm. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable No, it’s not the most comfortable gadget to hold with its unforgiving flat […]
Calling all business owners: Save 25% on the Square Reader with Amazon Prime
SAVE 25%: The Square Reader (2nd gen) for contactless and chip transactions is just $44.43 at Amazon for Prime members, down from the usual price of $58.99. That’s a savings of $14.56. Opens in a new window Credit: Square Square Reader (2nd gen) for contactless and chip payment $44.43 at Amazon $58.99 Save $14.56 Prime […]
Microsoft launches Phi-3 Mini, a tiny AI model that packs a punch
Microsoft released Phi-3 Mini, a new version of its lightweight AI model designed for specific tasks. According to the research paper published earlier this week, Phi-3 Mini has 3.8 billion parameters which is significantly less than other models like OpenAI’s GPT-4, making it small enough to be deployed on a smartphone. OpenAI hasn’t shared how […]
Amazon deal of the day: Save $600 on the fancy Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
Amazon deals of the day at a glance: OUR TOP PICK Roborock S8 Pro Ultra robot vacuum and mop $999.99 at Amazon (save $600) Get Deal BEST MONITOR DEAL ASUS VG248QG 24-inch G-SYNC gaming monitor $149 at Amazon (save $40) Get Deal BEST STREAMING DEVICE DEAL Chromecast with Google TV (HD) $19.99 at Amazon (save […]
Grab the Anker Soundcore Space A40 noise-canceling earbuds for under $50
SAVE $50: The Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are just $49.99 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $99.99. That’s a savings of $50. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds $49.99 at Amazon $99.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal Distractions are everywhere these days. You’re in good company […]
Save over $1,000 on one of our favorite gaming laptops
SAVE $1,100: As of April 24, the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop is on sale for $1,499.99, or $1,100 off the original price of $2,599.99, at Best Buy. It’s one of our favorite gaming laptops in general, but we specifically love it for its power, compact design, and impressive battery life. Opens in a new […]
Stellar Blade review
Stellar Blade surprised me twice. When I played the demo back in March, I didn’t realize how much of an influence the Soulslike sub-genre had on the game. With all of the comparisons to other action games like Bayonetta and Nier: Automata because of its female lead, I expected Stellar Blade to be similar. But […]
This robot dog is capable of picking itself up whenever it falls
The Deep Robotics bionic dog combines AI technology with robotic software, to enable maneuverability in a variety of terrains. Through first-person real-time image transmission and self learning capabilities this robot dog exhibits autonomous and agile movements. High torque density and reverse transmission make it so nothing will keep this little dog down.
Tesla Model 3 Performance is here. Here are 5 things that make it great, and 3 drawbacks.
Forget about Ludicrous, it’s all about Performance. After months of speculation, rumors and leaks, the worst kept secret of the automotive industry has become a reality: Tesla has finally launched the new Tesla Model 3 Performance. Despite indications about the “Ludicrous” moniker, the name hasn’t changed from the previous generation. But unlike the original Model […]