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Reddit will help advertisers turn ‘positive’ posts into ads
Reddit is launching a new feature for advertisers that slots positive posts from Reddit users right under their ads. The new alpha feature, called Conversation Summary Add-ons, “dynamically integrates positive content from Reddit users directly below an advertiser’s creative, putting community conversations front-and-center in the user experience and blending AI-driven efficiency with real human perspectives,” according to a post from…
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I Changed These Settings to Turn My iPhone Into a ‘Dumbphone’ and I’m Loving Using It Less
Your smartphone has ruined your life. You’re hopelessly addicted to the empty dopamine drip doled out by apps and algorithms that know you better than you know yourself. You recognize this. But also, you’re no hermit: You need to be able to keep in touch with friends and family with phone calls and text messages, just minus the baggage that…
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Why is Microsoft offering to turn websites into AI apps with NLWeb? – Computerworld
What is NLWeb and how does it work? NLWeb was conceived and developed by RV Guha — the creator of popular web standards, such as RSS, RDF, and Schema.org — who is currently a CVP and technical fellow at Microsoft. NLWeb, according to Microsoft, uses frameworks such as RSS, RDF, and Schema.org along with websites’ data and LLMs to create…
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How to Turn Off Smart TV Snooping Features
Google says the Google TV platform itself doesn’t use ACR technology to capture specific content that’s being watched. However, individual TV brands may do so, and they have their own privacy policies and user agreements. While Google might not employ ACR, it does collect data from TVs that use its smart TV platform—and there’s no opting out of Google’s policies…
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How to turn on Circle to Search and how to use it
Like many of our readers, I’m growing tired of constantly hearing about artificial intelligence (AI). Many AI-powered tools and features aren’t actually good and don’t live up to their marketing promises. Luckily, some tools and features are great, and Google’s Circle to Search is among them. By drawing a simple circle on the display of an Android smartphone or tablet,…
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How to Use the New Discord Overlay (or How to Turn It Off)
Discord’s overlay is one of its most useful features, and earlier this year, it got a huge revamp. Now, you can respond to notifications, watch your friends’ streams, and have video chats all without leaving your game. All the new functionality comes with a couple new quirks, so let’s break down how it all works. If you’re not familiar, the…
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How to turn on Lockdown Mode for your iPhone and Mac
Apple is known for prioritizing privacy and security, but there are additional measures you can turn to if you feel you need them. iPhones, iPads, and Macs have what’s known as a Lockdown Mode that takes protecting your data to a whole new level. It’s clear that this isn’t for everyone: Apple describes it as being for those who feel…
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How to turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows 10
Most modern laptops and desktop computers come with Bluetooth built-in, but turning it on or off in Windows 10 isn’t always as straightforward as it should be. Bluetooth lets you connect wireless devices like headphones, mice, keyboards, speakers, and even your smartphone. In this guide, I’ll walk you through a few easy ways to enable or disable Bluetooth in Windows…
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How to enable or turn off 2-Step Verification for a Google Account
Protecting your Google Account has never been more important. With phishing attempts, password leaks, and account breaches becoming more frequent, relying solely on a password is no longer enough. That’s why Google offers 2-Step Verification, also called two-step authentication, for Gmail. It adds a second layer of protection by requiring an extra form of identity before anyone, including you, can…
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How to hide contact photos and turn off Group by Sender in iOS 18.5 Mail
With iOS 18, Mail gets a makeover in which your inbox is broken up into different categories. It’s not a universally loved look, so Apple includes the option to change Mail back to a list view. And iOS 18.5 adds even more tools for customizing the look of your inbox to precisely the way you want it. iOS 18.5, currently…
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