Category: Tech
iOS 26 is getting new emojis, but don’t expect to see them right away
It’ll be a couple of updates before we see Orca and Bigfoot get the spotlight. Apple’s UI refresh, iOS 26, is almost here. To mark the recently passed World Emoji Day on July 16, the Unicode Consortium has approved a fresh batch of emojis for the update. For context, the Unicode Consortium is a nonprofit […]
Netflix admits to using AI in one of its shows
The streamer said in an earnings call that, due to the show’s lower budget, it was cheaper to use AI than to pay VFX artists. Netflix isn’t pretending to play coy about AI anymore. The streaming giant confirmed during its latest earnings call that it leaned on generative AI to create visual effects for The […]
Watch this: These Mario Kart Legos that shoot turtle shells are giving me life
Where were these when I was growing up? Have you ever had a kid run up to you, tug on your shirt, and say, “Watch this — hey, hey, watch this!“? I recently had that experience during a play session with my nieces and nephews, and for once, I didn’t have to smile and nod […]
Review: The incredibly thin Galaxy Z Fold 7 is my favorite Samsung foldable yet
It’s not perfect, but that thinness goes a long way. There are plenty of times in life when thinner isn’t necessarily better, but in the case of tablet-style foldable phones, slimming down is definitely for the best. That’s my big takeaway after several days playing with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the latest flagship […]
The Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser mini projector is a compact necessity for a weekend away or backyard movie night
The size of a soda can with 1080p resolution. Anker looked at a can of soda and said, “Yeah, we can make a mini projector that’s the same size.” With its compact size, weight of about two pounds, and impressive display quality, the 1080p Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser mini projector has earned a permanent […]
You should never ask AI chatbots these 6 questions
Not every question needs to be answered by AI. Today, artificial intelligence is ubiquitous. Last month, ChatGPT – the leading AI chatbot – became the fifth-biggest website in the world. This won’t come as a surprise. Over half of U.S. adults report that they’ve used AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, …
Our tech reporters’ favorite Anker charging accessories
Portable power banks and chargers that are worth the hype. If you’re someone who uses a wide variety of devices in your daily life, it’s important to keep your batteries charged up (ideally, without a dozen different cords and devices). The last thing you want is to go on a trip and have your phone, […]
Garmin Forerunner 955 review: A runner’s honest opinion
It makes me a better runner. I love tracking data on myself. Whether it’s how well I slept, what my stress levels are, or even how ready my body is for an activity. Yep, who needs intuition when I’ve got a watch to tell me how I actually feel. With this level of …
The Pixel Watch 4 is almost here: All the rumored new features coming to the smartwatch
Here’s everything we know so far (based on rumors, speculation, and alleged leaks) about the Google Pixel Watch 4. Google’s next Pixel launch event, called Made By Google, will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 20. During the event, we expect to see the debut of the Google Pixel Watch 4 alongside the new Pixel 10 […]
Trump Administration set to announce executive order targeting “woke AI” chatbots, report says
The White House’s next AI executive orders are reportedly expected next week. The White House is close to announcing its next highly-anticipated AI executive order, reportedly targeting “woke” AI models. A report from the Wall Street Journal says President Donald Trump‘s administration is expected to announce a series of executive orders next week. One of […]
