Amazon Makes Alexa Chattier and More Capable Using Generative AI
September 20, 2023
The new smarts and conversational tone are meant to improve interactions with the bot and its home-entertainment and smart-home controls.
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FTC Names Three Amazon Executives in Suit Over Prime
September 20, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission disclosed new details in its lawsuit against Amazon.com involving an alleged scheme to enroll customers unwittingly in the company’s Prime program.
Review: Why the Apple Watch Isn’t as Useful as It Could Be
September 20, 2023
There is a new double-tap feature and a brighter screen, but the latest model has the same battery life the watches have had since 2015: 18 hours.
The Billionaire Keeping TikTok on Phones in the U.S.
September 20, 2023
Financier Jeff Yass made a big bet on the app, and he’s a top donor to lawmakers who support it.
Bleeding Money on Subscriptions? These 3 Tools Will Cancel Them Fast
September 19, 2023
As streaming services up their monthly fees, make sure you’re not wasting money on subscriptions you rarely use—or have forgotten
Justice Department Probe Scrutinizes Elon Musk Perks at Tesla Going Back Years
September 19, 2023
Federal prosecutors are scrutinizing personal benefits Tesla may have provided Elon Musk since 2017—longer than previously known—as part of a criminal investigation examining issues including a proposed house for the chief executive.
Elon Musk Floats Charging Users for X
September 19, 2023
In a wide-ranging conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he said asking users to pay for service is only way to fight bots.
iPhone 15 and 15 Pro Review: Is Apple’s Most Expensive Phone Worth It?
September 19, 2023
Does a lighter titanium build, new “action button” and improved zoom make Apple’s most expensive iPhone ever worth it?
iOS 17 Is Here. Finally, an iPhone Update for People Who Still Like Making Calls.
September 18, 2023
Live voicemail, FaceTime messages, new call screens—Apple wants you to reach out and call someone. Also coming: improved autocorrect and custom stickers.
Arm IPO Excites Wall Street, but Challenges Loom
September 17, 2023
British supplier of designs for chips, long seen as the industry’s Switzerland, is challenged with growing beyond its dominance in mobile phones without upsetting existing customers.
People Are Streaming Pirated Movies on TikTok, One Short Clip at a Time
September 16, 2023
The videos violate copyright laws, but they remain available—for now.
The Executive Trying to Make Microsoft Smarter About AI
September 16, 2023
Chief Technology Officer Kevin Scott spearheaded the tech titan’s unlikely partnership with OpenAI.
TikTok Fined by Irish Regulator Over Misuse of Children’s Data
September 15, 2023
Irish authorities fined TikTok $367 million, saying it breached the country’s data-protection laws, including what it said was the misuse of children’s information.
Can You Have a Career Without a Smartphone?
September 15, 2023
One therapist is on a mission to get professionals to re-evaluate their relationship to their devices. These five tips might help.
Apple Counts on Wireless Carriers to Avoid an iPhone Slump
September 15, 2023
AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile are returning to deep discounts on phones for customers who commit to top-tier plans.
Need Sleep? Phone’s Dead? Ugly on Zoom? There’s a Lamp for That
September 14, 2023
These five lamps are optimized to help counteract specific issues that can stand in the way of a productive workday.
Google Extends Lifespan of Chromebooks With 10-Year Update Policy
September 14, 2023
With the change, no existing Chromebook will expire within the next two years.
Why You Should Buy a 5-Inch-Tall Mouse. (For Your Computer, That Is.)
September 14, 2023
Ergonomic mice aren’t just easier on your wrists. They also feature unique wheels and buttons that allow you to more speedily scroll and click.
Musk Warns Senators About AI Threat, While Gates Says the Technology Could Target World Hunger
September 13, 2023
Tech leaders debate perils and possibilities of artificial intelligence at closed-door Senate session.
Weirdly Shaped Office Chairs Are Popular on TikTok. Are They Actually Good for You?
September 13, 2023
The interest in ’80s-era active office chairs has brought them back into the conversation. Here, four that aim to improve your posture.
What is USB-C, the charging socket that replaced Apple’s Lightning cable?
September 13, 2023
Say goodbye to Apple's Lightning cable! Apple is adopting the widely-used USB-C connector, complying with the European Union's common charging rule. USB-C means faster charging, high-speed data transfer, and more.
Carriers Are Offering Great iPhone 15 Deals—Just Beware the Fine Print
September 13, 2023
Trade-in offers from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon also come with trade-offs.
Tech Titans Zuckerberg, Musk, Altman Bring AI Debate to Washington
September 13, 2023
Top Silicon Valley bosses are breifing lawmakers on artificial intelligence, but many hold competing views on the technology.
What Is Arm? What to Know About the Circuit Designer
September 13, 2023
The British company whose circuitry is in almost all smartphones recently went public.
Starlink Surges but Is Still Far Short of SpaceX’s Goals, Documents Show
September 13, 2023
Revenue at the satellite-internet business jumped to $1.4 billion last year but has fallen short of Elon Musk’s financial projections.
Apple’s New Lineup Fails to Create a Stir in China
September 13, 2023
The muted response is the latest sign of the mounting challenges the company faces in one of its biggest markets.
iPhone 15 and 15 Pro First Look: Why a Tiny USB-C Port Is a Huge Deal
September 13, 2023
Apple’s latest may have new cameras, action buttons and designs, but that new port will have a bigger impact on buyers—and their cord collections.
Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max Pushes Up the Price
September 12, 2023
The company unveiled a new iPhone lineup aimed at wringing more money out of its top model without jacking up prices for more basic versions that are getting only minor upgrades.
How the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Compare With Apple’s iPhone 14 Lineup
September 12, 2023
A new USB-C charging port, titanium for the Pro and a bigger zoom for the Max.
Google’s Antitrust Trial Gets Under Way in Washington
September 12, 2023
The government says the search giant maintains dominance through illegal deals with phone and browser companies.
Google PH reinforces commitment to boosting MSMEs with the Digital Export Enablement Programme
September 12, 2023
Local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will get the opportunity to modernize and perform better with the launch of the Digital Export Enablement Programme (DEEP), a training program that upskills entrepreneurs on how to maximize Google tools for their businesses. Google Philippines partnered with the Department of Trade Industry, International Trade Centre (ITC), […]
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Five Things to Look for at Apple’s Tuesday iPhone Event
September 12, 2023
Among the expected new features are a different connector cord, a new button—and a higher price
U.S. v. Google: What to Know About the Biggest Antitrust Trial in 20 Years
September 12, 2023
The search engine faces charges of using illegal agreements with phone and browser companies to maintain a monopoly.
Qualcomm Inks Deal With Apple to Supply iPhone Chips Through 2026
September 11, 2023
The agreement came as Apple has been trying to build its own modem chips to stop using Qualcomm’s.
These Companies Already Know What the iPhone 15 Looks Like
September 11, 2023
Makers of iPhone accessories rely on rumors, insider tips and other knowledge to get their products ready ahead of Apple’s unveiling.
Meta Is Developing a New, More Powerful AI System as Technology Race Escalates
September 10, 2023
Parent of Facebook and Instagram wants artificial-intelligence system to be as capable as OpenAI’s most advanced model.
‘Elon Musk’ Takeaways: Book Paints Complicated Picture of the World’s Richest Man
September 10, 2023
Walter Isaacson’s new biography peers behind the scenes at the tycoon’s lifestyle and his leadership of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter.
Tech’s Middle Managers Feel Squeeze as Boom Ends
September 10, 2023
The industry’s focus on efficiency has created anxiety for those now being asked to produce more with less.