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Proton reveals how smart TVs track you and the escape situation is pretty grim
Proton warns that smart TVs use automatic content recognition to track everything you watch, sending data to manufacturers and advertisers by default, even when smart features go unused.
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Sony revives the RX10 with AI autofocus, 4K 120fps, and a longer-lasting battery
Sony's RX10 V brings Alpha-series AI autofocus and 4K 120p video to a 24-600mm ZEISS compact camera for $2,299.99 US.
Spotify finally lets you pin more than four items in your library, and it only took a few years
Spotify raised its library pin limit from four to 20 for all users, free and premium, making it more generous than Apple Music's six-pin cap.
Meta’s new image and video AI tools let you turn Instagram into your creative mood board
Meta's Muse Image is live now on meta.ai, Instagram, and WhatsApp with agentic image generation, and Instagram-handle prompting.
Marshall refreshes its Acton and Stanmore speakers with better bass and repairability
Marshall has launched the Acton IV and Stanmore IV Bluetooth speakers with improved acoustics, Bluetooth Auracast, replaceable parts, and better placement flexibility.
iOS 27 beta 3 makes it easier to adjust your AirPods’ Adaptive Audio intensity
iOS 27 beta 3 adds a quicker way to adjust AirPods Adaptive Audio intensity, moving the control into the main AirPods settings page.
Buying a TCL TV in the UK? Don’t miss this five-year warranty offer
UK buyers who purchase an eligible 2026 TCL TV from a participating retailer can get five years of warranty cover, as long as they register the TV within 30 days.
Nothing’s next budget earbuds are coming for boring AirPods clones
Nothing has confirmed that Ear (3a), its next affordable wireless earbuds, will launch on July 7 in White, Black, Yellow, and Pink color options
Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones just became more tempting for gamers who hate gaming headsets
Sony's WH-1000XM6 update adds Bluetooth GMAP support for lower-latency gaming audio, but the feature only helps when the connected phone, PC, tablet, or handheld supports the same standard.
Acer’s 1,000Hz gaming monitor is real, expensive, and stuck waiting on a launch date
Acer’s 1,000Hz gaming monitor is listed on Amazon for $699.99, but it’s still out of stock, and its fastest mode requires a major drop from QHD to 720p.
Tidal lays down the rules for AI music. I wish Spotify and everyone else would follow
Tidal's new AI music policy, effective July 15, prevents fully AI-generated tracks from earning royalties, adds AI labels, and lets listeners filter out all AI-generated content.
Netflix just got a whole lot more irritating if you share a screen in a household
Netflix is rolling out a new profile system that requires each household member to add a unique email address to their individual profile.
As Spotify embraces AI, Deezer will let you remix songs with artist consent and royalties
Deezer’s Remix Lab is a new in-app feature launching first in France that lets fans remix select songs with artist approval, rights compliance, and compensation for every stream
YouTube Shorts is getting 2x speed and a cleaner view, but it’s also ditching the dislike button
YouTube just updated Shorts with four changes, including 2x speed, distraction-free viewing, and the controversial removal of the dislike button.
Amazon’s new Fire TV interface is finally rolling out to more devices
Amazon has started rolling out its redesigned Fire TV interface, bringing a cleaner look, faster performance, and built-in Alexa+ integration.
Xiaomi’s new earbuds are five times cheaper than AirPods Pro, with ANC included
Xiaomi’s Redmi Buds 8 are launching globally with ANC, LHDC support, 44-hour battery life, and a price far below Apple’s AirPods Pro.
Radiant Monitor 2 takes a sunlit approach to solve the glare and power problem
Eazeye’s Radiant Monitor 2 is a $789 portable touchscreen monitor that uses ambient light for outdoor visibility and lower power consumption
The Accentum Clip could make open-ear earbuds more appealing to music lovers
Sennheiser's new Accentum Clip earbuds pair an open-ear design with LDAC support, Dynamic EQ, and a 12mm driver in an effort to improve audio performance.
Google’s new $99 Home Speaker offers 360-degree audio and next-gen Gemini perks
Google's new Home Speaker is available to pre-order at $99 in four colors, featuring Gemini AI and 360-degree audio.
DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4P packs two cameras and a 1,000-nit OLED screen
DJI announces the Osmo Pocket 4P dual-camera gimbal with 4K/240fps, D-Log 2 color, and a 1,000-nit OLED screen.
Roku is reportedly exploring a sale, and its 100 million users are the biggest prize
Roku is reportedly exploring a potential sale as media and technology companies eye its massive streaming audience and growing advertising business.
Spotify removed tens of thousands of fake podcasts tied to online drug sales
A congressional report claims thousands of fake podcasts were used to boost illegal pharmacy websites, prompting Spotify to remove more than 57,000 episodes.
Google’s new Gemini TV controls are here and TCL owners get them first
Google has launched Gemini TV controls exclusively on select TCL Google TV models, letting users adjust picture and sound settings using simple voice commands.
Deezer is fighting against slop with a tool that detects AI music on streaming platforms
Deezer's free AI music detector checks playlists across major streaming platforms, but the bigger move is its push to license synthetic-song detection across the music industry.
Insta360 Luna Ultra brings 8K recording and advanced stabilization to creators
Insta360 has launched the Luna Ultra, a dual-lens 8K gimbal camera developed with Leica and designed for creators seeking cinematic portable video tools.
Sony’s new 135-inch display is basically boardroom excess in its finest form
Sony’s Crystal LED UNIFY brings a 135-inch all-in-one LED wall to professional spaces, with easier installation, 800-nit brightness, and early 2027 availability.
Bowers & Wilkins introduces redesigned 800 Series Diamond D5 lineup at HIGH END Vienna
Bowers & Wilkins has launched its new 800 Series Diamond D5 speakers with upgraded acoustics, redesigned cabinets, and luxury finishes for audiophiles and studio professionals.
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