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The problem with Google’s Pixel 9a – Computerworld
Google’s Pixel pricing puzzle If you look back over the 7,792 years I’ve been obsessing over this area, you’ll see that my typical stance has been that the Pixel “a” phones are usually the most advisable options for most people — those who want an exceptional all-around Android experience, including near-instant ongoing software updates for a full seven years, but…
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Netflix just got a disaster thriller movie that’s already crashed the top 10 — but there’s a problem
Netflix U.S. added the 2017 disaster thriller “Geostorm” at the beginning of the month, and it didn’t take long to gain attention. At the time of writing, it’s already stormed its way into the platform’s top 10 list and claimed the No. 3 spot behind “One of Them Days” and “The Life List,” proving once again that sometimes all you…
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I only talk to Siri while I’m driving — and that’s a problem for Apple
What is the purpose of a virtual assistant? In theory, it should make our lives easier by letting us make a single request to have our phone perform tasks. However, when it comes to Apple’s virtual assistant Siri, I only ever find it useful in one specific situation. I’ve used an iPhone for a long time, so I’m familiar with…
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Microsoft is Finally Fixing Another Taskbar Problem in Windows 11
Summary Windows 11 taskbar now allows for smaller icons, providing more customization options for users. Smaller icons help fit more items in the taskbar, improving organization and reducing clutter. This feature is currently available for Dev and Beta Insider channels, coming to all users in the next major Windows update. The basics of your Windows taskbar design have remained mostly…
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The Google Play Store Has a Big Problem
I manually search for apps in the Play Store all the time, but I can’t remember the last time the Play Store introduced me to an app I hadn’t already heard of. The store is terrible at this vitally important part of its job. Most Recommendations Are Actually Ads When you first open the Play Store, most of the apps…
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Why ‘malware as a service’ is becoming a serious problem
There was a distinct surge in separate malware campaigns delivering the same payload last year, research shows, suggesting hackers are increasingly procuring tools from ‘malware as a service’ platforms. The malware as a service model is becoming the dominant mode of cyber attacks as the cyber crime space continues to mature into a lucrative ecosystem for hackers for hire. New…
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Apple’s Chinese AI problem (perhaps) solved with Alibaba – Computerworld
So, when is Apple Intelligence coming to China? News of the deal emerges just weeks before April, when Apple has already suggested it will introduce Simplified Chinese localization for Apple Intelligence. While both Apple and Alibaba must now gain regulatory approval for their plan, the signal within the smoke suggests a Q2 introduction of Chinese Apple Intelligence support. This could…
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What Is Space Junk and Is It a Problem?
Summary Space junk is a major threat with millions of debris pieces now in orbit. Risks range from minor collisions reducing the working life of satellites to the complete loss of life in a crewed spacecraft. Kessler Syndrome poses a catastrophic scenario where debris could trap humanity on Earth forever. NASA is seeking innovative solutions to detect, track, and remediate…
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I Want to Love It, but Apple’s Genmoji Has a Major Problem
Summary Genmoji, the best Apple Intelligence feature, is a fun way to create personalized emoji images but is hindered by its slow speed. Apple needs to make some tweaks to improve Genmoji, such as pre-populating emoji options based on conversations. For Genmoji to be successful, Apple must develop the feature so that iPhone and Mac owners feel more inclined to…
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Meta Ray-Bans Live AI hands-on: a solution looking for a problem
Here’s the scene: I’m wearing Meta’s latest Ray-Ban glasses with a new feature called Live AI, which can answer questions about the world around you. I’m preparing for a four-hour road trip to my in-laws for the Christmas holiday. I’m preplanning the next day’s breakfast because I’m 99.9 percent certain I will have no brain cells to concoct an edible…
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