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 Is generative AI inadvertently reducing the voices of many to the banality of one?

Technology has shaped human knowledge for centuries. Generative AI is set to transform it yet again.

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/future-of-generative-ai

 Minecraft testing new flat world presets and a better way to locate your friends in-game

Mojang Studios is testing a variety of new features for a future Minecraft update, including presets for creating flat worlds and a better way to find your friends.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/minecraft/minecraft-flat-world-presets-and-locator-bar-testing

 Over one billion users will get a new Microsoft user experience, and it has a dark mode

Microsoft is rolling out a new account sign in experience to over one billion users over the next month. The new experience has a modernized design and is optimized to be used without a password.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/over-one-billion-users-will-get-a-new-microsoft-user-experience-and-it-has-a-dark-mode

Microsoft is bringing back a failed app from Windows 8
Vivaldi and Proton VPN team up to protect your data from Big Tech, for free
 GPU scam resells RTX 3090 as a 4090 — complete with a fake 'AD102' label on a lapped GPU

A Chinese tech channel uncovered another fake RTX 4090 featuring a GA102 die inside. The card was allegedly bought for a mere $530, but it showed no visible damage or marks outside that would suggest the GPU was modified. Closer inspection reveals how far scammers will go to attempt to dupe people.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/gpu-scam-res

Waze is officially stopping support for Google Assistant on iPhones

The navigation app Waze is dropping Google Assistant support for iPhones, citing "ongoing difficulties" with integrating the service. The company says it plans on replacing it with an "enhanced voice integration solution" at some point in the future. Google Assistant will still work for Android users.

This is happening a full year after iPhone user

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The latest Kindle update lets you turn pages by double-tapping

Amazon has updated Kindles with a new way to navigate books. While nothing will recapture the tactile pleasure of physical page turn buttons, anyone with a Kindle running Version 5.18.1 of Amazon's software will now be able to double-tap the side or back of their e-reader to turn pages.

"Double Tap to Page Turn" can be turned on

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Samsung Neo QLED TVs are now available, with prices starting at $1,300

Samsung just released a spate of new QLED TVs, after teasing the lineup at CES. The Neo QLED line is the first to feature the company’s Vision AI platform. This allows for new personali

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EA used LiDAR to model the tracks in F1 25

Codemasters' Formula 1 franchise is back for another lap. Publisher EA says the tracks in F1 2025 have a more realistic look and feel, thanks to LiDAR scanning. The new installment arrives on May 30.

Although EA didn't offer much detail about LiDAR's use, we can safely assume it involved high-resolution 3D scans of real-world tracks to make them as close

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Black Ops 6 Season 3 Releasing Early, Warzone Offline for 24 Hours

As Black Ops 6 gets its next massive chunk of seasonal content, Warzone players will experience some mandatory offline time. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/black-ops-6-season-3-releasing-early-warzone-offline-for-24-hours/#ftag=CADf328eec

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iPad 11th Gen is a Breath of Fresh Air video

In this segment of Tech Therapy, Scott discusses what he likes and dislikes about the iPad 11th Gen https://www.cnet.com/videos/ipad-11th-gen-is-a-breath-of-fresh-air/#ftag=CADf328eec

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I Took My Leica to Photograph Cars in the Arctic. These Are My Pro Tips

From hanging out the back of a speeding car to tackling freezing conditions, here's how I shot a photo feature in wintry northern Sweden. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/i-took-my-leica-to-photograph-cars-in-the-arctic-these-are-my-pro-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec

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I Have Used Every Cricut There Is, and the One I Recommend Most Is $50 Off on Amazon

Cricut may have just released its new Maker 4 cutting machine, but there's a better option. And right now it's on sale during Amazon's Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-have-used-every-cricut-there-is-and-the-one-i-recommend-most-is-50-off-on-amazon/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Meow Wolf and Interactive Experiences - Tech Therapy video

Scott and Bridget discuss interactive spaces that blend the aesthetic of AI with physical space and mention their experiences at Meow Wolf and Disney's Galactic Starcruiser https://www.cnet.com/videos/meow-wolf-and-interactive-experiences-tech-therapy/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Secure encryption and online anonymity are now at risk in Switzerland – here's what you need to know

An amendment to the Swiss surveillance law would require VPNs and messaging apps to undermine their privacy and security framework. NymVPN, Proton, and Threema are fighting back.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/secure-encryption-and-online-anonymity-are-now-at-risk-in-switzerland-heres-what-you-need-to-know

 Upgrade your reading experience for less with this Kindle Colorsoft deal for Amazon's Spring Sale!

There are a few great deals available right now for Amazon's Spring Sale that can help you save on a new ereader.

https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/kindle-or-kobo-ereader

 Everything we know about the return of Verdansk to Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty dips into the nostalgia bucket to bring back the original Warzone map: Verdansk. Here's what we know about its arrival at the launch of Season 3 in April.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/everything-we-know-about-the-return-of-verdansk-to-call-of-duty-warzone

Discord’s new PC app is faster, cleaner, with a fresh coat of paint
This PC security guru fell for a scam. Here are 3 lessons from his mistakes
ChatGPT now speaks even more naturally with fewer interruptions
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Smaller Surface PCs may arrive soon with Snapdragon chips inside
GeoGuessr is coming to Steam in April

GeoGuessr, the geography game that tasks players with guessing a location in the world based on a random Google Street View image, is

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The Triple-i Initiative indie game showcase returns on April 10

Indie publishers and developers are once again teaming up to show off the fruits of their labor in a gaming showcase from The Triple-i Initiative.

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Canon goes all in on vlogging with the PowerShot V1 compact and R50 V mirrorless cameras

Canon is expanding its vlogging lineup in a big way with two new models, the R50 V mirrorless and PowerShot V1 compact, both designed to take on cameras in Sony's vlogging lineup. The PowerShot V1 has an interesting new 1.4-inch sensor that's considerably larger than the ones on most compact cameras. The R50 V, meanwhile, matches features from Sony's ZV-E10 II but at

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23andMe bankruptcy: Can EU and UK laws protect DNA data? Here’s what you need to know


San Francisco-based 23andMe, which sells at-home DNA testing kits, has filed for bankruptcy in the US and is looking for a new buyer — heightening concerns about the personal data of millions of people.     23andMe experienced a major data breach in 2023, whic

BlackRock’s first European Bitcoin product hailed as ‘landmark development’ for crypto


BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has launched its first Bitcoin product in Europe, a move that industry experts say will help legitimise cryptocurrencies in mainstream finance.  “This is a landmark development for crypto, displaying confidence in

Quantum simulations are still slow. A startup says it just made them 10x more efficient


A new algorithm has improved the ability of quantum computers to model new materials and chemicals by a factor of 10. That’s according to its developer, UK startup Phasecraft.  The Bristol- and London-based company describes the breakthrough as the largest sin

‘No one I know would’ve been this reckless’: Ex-officials slam Trump team’s use of Signal for war planning

Current and former government technologists reacted with shock and disbelief to reports that top Trump Administration officials used the consumer messaging app Signal to discuss and plan bombing strikes against Yemen-based Houthis.

The

The Best Keyboard I've Ever Used Is Up to 30% Off During Amazon's Spring Sale

It takes a lot for a keyboard to impress me, let alone make me want to use it daily. Minimalist but capable, compact but comfortable, this is the best keyboard I've ever used. And it's discounted for Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/the-best-keyboard-ive-ever-used-is-up-to-30-off-during-amazons-spring-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Save Your Sleep and Your Relationship With the Scandinavian Sleep Method

If sharing the bed is affecting your quality of rest, try this simple solution. CNET's sleep experts can attest that it works -- here's how and why. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/save-your-sleep-and-your-relationship-with-the-scandinavian-sleep-method/#ftag=CADf328eec

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From TikTok to Reality: How My DIY Home Theater Won Me Over

Creating a DIY home theater is easier than you think. Now, during Amazon's Spring Sale, you can do it for a fraction of the cost. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/from-tiktok-to-reality-how-my-diy-home-theater-won-me-over/#ftag=CADf328eec

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My Philips Hue Experience Was Incomplete Until I Found This Accessory, and It's on Sale Right Now

The Philips Hue Tap Dial is a must-have to control smart lights at home. It rarely gets discounted, but thanks to Amazon's Big Spring Sale, you can grab it for 20% off. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-philips-hue-experience-was-incomplete-until-i-found-this-accessory-and-its-on-sale-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Robots Invade Nvidia's GPU Technology Conference video

We meet a variety of humans and robots, from companies including Agility Robotics, 1X, Boston Dynamics and Disney, to learn about the various challenges the robotics industry is looking to solve, as well as what visions it has for the future. https://www.cnet.com/videos/robots-invade-nvidias-gpu-technology-conference/#ftag=CADf328eec

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The State of Humanoid Robots at Nvidia GTC

We met humans and robots from companies including Agility Robotics, 1X, Boston Dynamics and Disney to learn about the various challenges the robotics industry is looking to solve and their vision for a robotic future. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/the-state-of-humanoid-robots-at-nvidia-gtc/#ftag=CADf328eec

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