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Ads in Apple Maps are now official, and they’re coming this summer

Apple has confirmed ads are coming to Apple Maps this summer in the US and Canada, with sponsored results appearing in search.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

macOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future

macOS 26.4 is now available with new emoji, battery charge limits, Safari tweaks, and performance fixes, but no major Siri AI upgrades yet.
Samsung’s 2026 TV lineup Neo QLED QN80H

Samsung unveils new 2026 TVs with Mini LED upgrades and smarter AI

Samsung has launched its 2026 TV lineup with new Neo QLED and Mini LED models, focusing on AI-powered picture enhancements and broader pricing options.
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Spotify wants you to explore music like never before with SongDNA

Spotify has launched SongDNA in beta, a feature that maps connections between songs, artists, and samples for deeper music discovery.
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Why everyone hates NVIDIA DLSS 5 (but will love it eventually)

DLSS 5: from “next-gen magic” to “makeup filter gone rogue”. Hated today, inevitable tomorrow, as AI learns that vibes matter as much as pixels.
Microsoft Surface Laptop for Business

The future of Windows could include fewer ads and distracting upsells

Microsoft may finally be addressing one of the most frustrating parts of Windows 11: the constant ads and upsells. According to Scott Hanselman, one of the engineering minds leading the charge for the new Windows fixes, the company is now working toward making Windows 11 a more “calmer and more chill OS with fewer upsells”, […]
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Apple is reportedly sitting on new products because Siri AI isn’t ready

Apple may be delaying new HomePod and Apple TV launches due to unfinished Siri AI features, even as current inventory runs low.
Windows 11 Laptop

Windows might finally fix one of its most annoying setup problems

Microsoft may remove the mandatory Microsoft account sign-in during Windows 11 setup, a long-criticized requirement for new PCs.
iphone 18 pro render.

Apple’s plans to enhance the iPhone camera are tangled in a legal mess

Apple’s plans to improve iPhone 18 Pro camera software with Halide-like features are now caught up in a lawsuit involving the app’s co-founders.
Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus Camera

You can turn the Galaxy S26 into a webcam, and it’s actually useful

The Galaxy S26 supports a native USB webcam mode, letting users connect their phone to a PC and use its camera without third-party apps.
Reddit app on iPhone

Reddit wants to check if you’re using the iPhone’s Face ID camera

Reddit is exploring Face ID-style verification methods to combat bots, raising questions about privacy and user identity on the platform.
Close up of the hinge on the Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy foldables could get a charging speed boost

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Wide Fold may support 45W charging, while the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to remain at 25W.
Halide App Official render for iPhone

iPhone 18 Pro could level up its camera game with Halide-inspired features

Apple reportedly explored acquiring Halide to enhance iPhone 18 Pro camera software, hinting at pro-level features coming to its native camera app.
Microsoft Windows Copilot key on a keyboard

Microsoft is cutting down Copilot “bloat” in Windows 11

Microsoft is reducing Copilot integrations in Windows 11 apps after user backlash, aiming for a more thoughtful and less intrusive AI experience.
Person sitting and using an HP computer with Windows 11.

Windows 11 wants to run like a MacBook Neo, starting with memory efficiency

Microsoft is improving Windows 11 performance by reducing memory usage, aiming to make 8GB RAM laptops more usable amid rising hardware costs.
Windows 11

Windows 11 is bringing back a feature users have wanted for years

Windows 11 will soon let users move the taskbar to the top or sides, bringing back a long-requested customization feature.
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Notion’s AI Meeting Notes can now run in the background

Notion’s AI Meeting Notes now run in the background, letting users switch apps or lock screens while transcription continues uninterrupted.
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Google is readying Gemini AI app for Mac with Desktop Intelligence

Google is testing a Gemini AI app for Mac with Desktop Intelligence, allowing it to access apps and on-screen content for smarter responses.
Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU inside Lenovo Legion Laptop

You might have to wait months for Intel’s latest chips to appear in preferred brand laptops

Intel’s Core Ultra 200HX laptop CPUs are rolling out in waves, meaning some brands will get them months before others.
Spider-man using Samsung Galaxy Z Flip in trailer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Galaxy Z Flip and a superhero budget problem

The Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Peter Parker using a Galaxy Z Flip, raising questions about his “broke” persona.
CSIRO scientist operating machine making quantum battery

Quantum battery promises instantaneous refill and remote charging for your gadgets

Scientists have developed a quantum battery prototype that can charge almost instantly and may enable wireless, long-distance charging in the future.
AMD Ryzen and AMD Radeon Stickers on a laptop

AMD Medusa Point leak hints at more Zen 6 cores, higher cache, and performance boost

AMD’s Zen 6 “Medusa Point” laptop CPU has appeared in Geekbench, revealing a 10-core design and early performance details.
ASUS TUF Gaming A14 2026 official

ASUS reveals TUF 2026 gaming laptops with OLED upgrade and new Intel chips

ASUS has launched its 2026 TUF gaming laptops with OLED display options, new Intel Core Ultra CPUs, and RTX 50-series GPUs.
BMW i3 50 xDrive Tech

BMW reveals next-gen i3 with bold design and cutting-edge EV tech

BMW has unveiled the new i3, a Neue Klasse electric sedan with next-gen design, improved range, and advanced EV technology.
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NVIDIA announces DLSS 5 with photorealistic lighting to change the future of gaming

NVIDIA has unveiled DLSS 5, a neural-rendering technology promising photorealistic lighting and materials for RTX 50-series GPUs.
Adobe Apps Installed on Mac

Adobe to offer users free services $75 million over hard-to-cancel subscription mess

Adobe will provide $75 million in free services and pay a $75 million penalty to settle allegations that its subscriptions were too difficult to cancel.
Seedance 2.0 Bytedance Official

The hot AI video generator that got everyone talking may now take a while to arrive

ByteDance has reportedly delayed the launch of its viral Seedance 2.0 AI video generator following copyright disputes with Hollywood studios.
GARMIN Instinct 3 Watch Outdoors

You will soon be able to talk extensively about your Garmin health data with an AI

A new Garmin Chat Connector could let users talk to AI assistants like ChatGPT about their fitness data from Garmin Connect.
The MSI Titan 18 open on a table.

MSI is planning to raise the price of its laptop and gaming gear by a huge margin

MSI may raise gaming laptop and GPU prices by up to 30% as rising DRAM costs and supply shortages disrupt the PC hardware market.
Man and woman in bed unhappy

Smartphone app claims to help men last longer in bed

Researchers say a smartphone app designed to treat premature ejaculation helped men double their average time during sex in a 12-week study.
500Hz vs 1000Hz Acer Marketing

Windows 11 is readying support for 1,000+ Hz monitors, assuming you got one

Windows 11 Insider builds now support monitors with refresh rates above 1,000Hz, preparing the OS for the next generation of ultra-fast gaming displays.
CHUWI CoreBook X Featured

You might want to double-check before buying laptops from this Chinese brand

Investigators say some Chuwi laptops advertised with Ryzen 5 7430U chips actually ship with older Ryzen 5 5500U processors.
Closeup of laptop motherboard

There’s a new global factor for a potentially serious price hike for PCs and mobile

Gallium prices are surging due to geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, potentially pushing up the cost of chips used in PCs, smartphones, and other electronics.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

Windows 11 bug is rasing hell for users and Samsung laptops are worst hit

Microsoft has confirmed a Windows 11 bug that can block access to the C: drive on some PCs after a recent security update. The issue appears to affect Samsung laptops most severely, leaving users unable to open files or launch apps.
Amazon Parcel in Hand

Amazon plans to move its massive Prime Day sale to a different month

Amazon is reportedly planning to move its annual Prime Day sale from July to late June, marking a rare schedule change for one of the biggest online shopping events of the year.
Tinder SPARKS 2026 Event

Tinder is betting on IRL events to fix swipe fatigue

Tinder is introducing IRL events and virtual speed dating features as part of a broader effort to bring people back to the platform and combat dating-app burnout.
RAM memory chips

Memory prices may not fall until 2027, new research warns

New market research suggests memory prices may not drop even in the second half of 2027, as demand from AI infrastructure continues to strain global DRAM and NAND supply.
Apple MacBook Neo with users hands on it

Can the $599 MacBook Neo actually handle gaming? A new test tries to find out

A new gaming test shows how Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo performs across 10 different games, highlighting both the surprising strengths and the limits of Apple’s budget laptop.