No one can actually use Meta’s newest AI tool, Movie Gen
Meta just announced a new generative AI model to help users turn simple text into images, videos, and audio clips. Meta Movie Gen allows users to input text and automatically generate new videos, personalize videos, do video editing, and generate audio, all of which is trained on a “combination of licensed and publicly available datasets.” […]
Amazon has one pretty good deal on a 2-in-1 laptop ahead of October Prime Day
Combining the oomph of a PC with the creative functionality of a tablet, 2-in-1 laptops make solid buys for shoppers who prioritize versatility and value. In the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon’s “October Prime Day” sale on Oct. 8 and 9, the retail giant isn’t offering a ton of great deals on 2-in-1 […]
Nearly a quarter of iPhone users say green bubbles are a dating dealbreaker, new survey reveals
If you’re an Android user, and you’ve been sensing some deep tensions between yourself and iPhone users, you may not be imagining it. According to a new survey conducted by All About Cookies, some iPhone users “think less” of others represented as a green bubble while texting, which often depicts Android users. Conversely, a notable […]
Meta deems red triangle a proxy for Hamas support, will enforce removal
Meta has deemed the inverted red triangle (and its accompanying emoji) a proxy for pro-Hamas support, and is enforcing its removal on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The new policy was initially communicated only in internal guidelines, discovered by the Intercept. The inverted red triangle emoji has been used widely among internet users in […]
Upgrade your wrist wear with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 at its lowest price yet
SAVE $67.27: As of October 4, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 at Amazon for just $262.72. That’s a discount of 20% and the lowest price we’ve seen. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 $262.72 at Amazon $329.99 Save $67.27 Get Deal You’ve got a lot of options if you’re […]
The best Chromebook deals available ahead of October Prime Day aren’t on Amazon
Let’s get this out of the way first: Amazon isn’t offering any good Chromebook deals in the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, its “October Prime Day” sale (set for Oct. 8 and 9). Not a single one. In fact, the retail giant’s laptop deals are currently scant across the board. A few configurations of […]
Google Search is testing blue checkmark feature that helps users spot genuine websites
Blue checkmarks have appeared next to certain websites on Google Search for some users. According to a report from The Verge, this is because Google is experimenting with a verification feature to let users know that sites aren’t fraudulent or scams. A staffer from The Verge was one of the users who noticed blue checkmarks […]
Prime members can get a Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle for $70 off
GET $70 OFF: As of Oct. 4, Prime members can snag a Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle for just $134.97, down from $204.97. That’s a $70 discount and cheaper than buying the Kindle Paperwhite on its own. Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Our pick: Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle $134.97 at Amazon $204.97 Save $70.00 […]
Amazon deal of the day: Slash 34% off a Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of Oct. 4: OUR TOP PICK Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle $134.97 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal BEST BLUETOOTH SPEAKER DEAL Marshall Emberton II $99.99 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal BEST HOME DEAL Shark Wandvac handheld vacuum $79.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal […]
X fined over $400,000 for refusing to address child abuse concerns
X, formerly Twitter, owes the Australian government some money. Bloomberg reported on Thursday that Elon Musk’s microblogging site has to pay the equivalent of $418,000 USD because of its refusal to work with Australian online safety regulators regarding the site’s anti-child abuse policies. The country’s eSafety Commissioner filed a notice to X seeking information about […]