What is Palantir? The secretive tech company behind Trumps data collection efforts
Last Friday, the New York Times published an explosive report on the Trump administration’s work with Palantir, which could result in the creation of a master database with information on every single American. Per the Times, if this type of “master list” was created, it would give the president “untold surveillance power.” President Donald Trump […]
The App Store needs to grow up
Apple CEO Tim Cook recently made headlines for personally calling Texas Governor Greg Abbott to urge a veto of a bill that would require age verification at the App Store level, part of Apple’s second-most profitable revenue stream. Cook’s move is emblematic of a broader pattern: Big Tech leaders eager to profit from the distribution […]
Ditch monthly fees and get 1TB of lifetime cloud storage for A$186
TL;DR: For a limited time, Koofr’s lifetime cloud storage deal is at an all-time low price with code KOOFR at checkout: A$186 (reg. A$248). You know that quiet dread when the monthly cloud storage fee hits your card — again? It’s not huge, but it adds up. And for what? A few PDFs, some photos […]
Samsung could pre-load Perplexity AI on its future Galaxy smartphones
Samsung users might have Perplexity-powered features on future devices. According to a report from Bloomberg, Samsung is “nearing a wide-ranging deal” to bring Perplexity search capabilities to the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. That could include the Perplexity app pre-loaded on Samsung devices, Perplexity search features within Samsung’s web browser, and possibly integrating Perplexity with Samsung’s […]
Everything we expect from WWDC 2025: an iOS overhaul, Apple Intelligence, and macOS
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is nearly here, and that means you can expect big updates from the tech giant. In 2023, the company pulled back the curtain on the Vision Pro. A year later, Apple Intelligence made its debut. Now, all eyes are on what’s next. So far, WWDC 2025 rumors point to one clear […]
My favorite portable charger is on sale for less than $13 at Amazon
SAVE $13.06: As of June 2, the Anker Zolo 10,000mAh power bank is on sale for just $12.93 at Amazon. That’s 50% off and matches its best price on record. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Zolo 10,000mAh power bank $12.93 at Amazon $24.99 Save $12.06 Get Deal I’ve raved about the Anker […]
The M3 iPad Air is back down to its lowest price ever
Save $100: Grab the 11-inch Apple iPad Air (M3, 128GB) while it’s back down at its record low price of $499 at Amazon as of June 2. The Apple tablet typically goes for $599, making this sale price a 17% discount. Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $499 at Amazon $599 Save $100 Get […]
SXSW launches first London festival with its eye fixed on AI
Lanyard-clad attendees with branded tote bags and pink-shirted volunteers flowed through London’s Brick Lane on Monday, marking the launch of the inaugural SXSW London festival. Taking place over multiple stages and venues in Shoreditch and Hoxton, SXSW London has officially kicked off its first full day of panels, keynotes, demonstrations, movie premieres, and music gigs. […]
Everything we know about iOS 26 ahead of Apple WWDC 2025
We’re exactly one week out from Apple’s World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 — and we expect the event to bring major changes to the iPhone’s iOS software. So far, we have more rumors than facts about the updates to iOS, but these rumors are all but confirmed. Last week, we learned that Apple would […]
Get on open box Amazon Fire TV soundbar 2.0 for $80 off at Woot
SAVE 67%: As of June 2, you can get an open box Amazon Fire TV soundbar 2.0 for just $39.99, down from $119.99, at Woot. That’s a 67% discount and a $80 savings. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Soundbar 2.0 with DTS Virtual: X & Dolby Audio $39.99 at Woot […]