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Spotify already has an app ready to test Apple’s new rules
Spotify says it has submitted an update to its iOS app that would, among other things, let US customers use payment options that aren’t Apple’s, according to a blog post. The update submission follows Wednesday’s major Epic Games v. Apple ruling that forces Apple not to take a cut of payments on non-Apple payment systems and stops Apple from dictating…
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Marathon Alpha Test: How to Sign Up, Release Date and More
Bungie has finally revealed the official gameplay for their upcoming extraction FPS game, Marathon. While the game also disclosed the release date, some players can experience the challenges early. If you also want that, follow this guide as we explain how to sign up for the Marathon alpha test, its duration, and more. How to Sign Up for the Marathon…
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I put the $18 Etekcity Digital Scale to the test in my kitchen — and it proves looks aren’t everything
Specs Model: EK4150Bowl: YesMaterial: Stainless steelDisplay: LCDPower: Batteries, 2 x AAAWeight increments: 0.1oz/1g/0.5°FWeight range: 11lb/ 5kgBowl capacity: 2.06qt/1.96lTemperature ranges 32 – 104°FTare function: YesSize: 8.75(L) x 8.75 (W) x 5.75 (H) inch I’ve gone through plenty of kitchen scales in my time and enjoy putting them to the test to see how they stand up in a busy kitchen. Not…
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Leonardo vs FreePik image generator – my head to head test with 5 prompts, here’s the winner
Leonardo and FreePik are two of the most established AI image generators on the market. Both companies have a solid reputation for producing quality images from text prompts, although they take significantly different approaches to that task. While FreePik provides a fairly typical range of products and services for generating images, Leonardo has turned into a vast hub of image…
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Need Help Making Business Choices? This AI App Lets You Test Strategies before Deciding
Welcome. Tell us a little bit about you. This will help us provide you with customized content. First Name Last Name Job Title Company Name Company Size Select a size 1 – 4 5 – 9 10 – 24 25 – 49 50 – 99 100 – 249 250 – 499 500 – 999 1000 – 4999 5000 – 9999…
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Sony Will Let You Beta Test PS5 Games (If You Sign an NDA)
Sometimes I wish that I could grab a game developer by the shoulders and say, “listen, you really screwed this up, here’s how to fix it.” Now, Sony is kinda-sorta fulfilling my wish with its new PlayStation Beta Program. The PlayStation Beta Program provides a streamlined, consolidated system for gamers to participate in game betas, PlayStation console and PC features,…
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Synthetic Braiding Hair Test Results Detect Carcinogens and VOCs
Rogers recommends that before buying and using a new pack of synthetic braiding hair, shoppers should: Check for recalls. MedWatch is a good starting point (while our recent search didn’t reveal any recalls, they would be posted here). Consumers should also consult the manufacturers’ websites to see if there is additional information on the product. Read product labels carefully. There…
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OpenAI Is Leaning on Paid Users to Test ChatGPT-4.5
In a livestream today, OpenAI finally announced the launch of its GPT-4.5 model, but with a twist: For now, using it requires a $200 per month ChatGPT Pro subscription. That’s because the new large language model, or LLM, is still technically in a “research preview” state. This is all apparently shorthand for “please pay us for the privilege of being…
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emerging technologies will test data privacy, says Britain’s ICO – Computerworld
Owners can talk to their cars, access systems using facial recognition, ask software to compose business memos and texts, and remotely turn on home central heating systems, all while plotting the best route to a destination through traffic. The car, meanwhile, can use sensors to monitor the owner for fatigue and driving style, uploading this data to central systems and…
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Talking Cars 464: Live From CR’s Auto Test Center
This special “Talking Cars” podcast serves as a “recap” of our first-ever live episode of a show focused on the state of electric vehicles in 2025. We welcomed live viewers and listeners who shared questions for real-time engagement with the panel. As you might imagine, there was plenty to talk about. Conversation focused on whether or not the EV products…
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