YouTube Shorts is beta testing the addition of Google Lens. Integrating this tech into the short-form video platform will allow viewers to search for more information about what they can see in a clip. The functionality will begin rolling out to all Shorts users this week.
Once it's enabled on your account, the feature can be accessed by pausing the video, selecting Lens from the top menu and then tapping or highlighting an element of the clip to search about. Visual matches and search
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Article URL: https://macwright.com/2025/05/29/putting-an-untrusted-chat-layer-is-a-disaster
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The “holy airball” trend that’s all over your For You page is the latest way the internet is sharing humble brags.
The videos, which have amassed millions of views on TikTok over the past few weeks, follow the same formula: A person shares a statement, the next slide is an assumption often leveled at them, and follow-up slides reveal the more impressive truth.
The videos are soundtracked to “Soul Survivor” by Jeezy featuring Akon, and the final slide alw
If you’ve ever fancied your chances in the Hunger Games, now you have the opportunity to volunteer as tribute.
Lionsgate just announced an open audition call for a minor role in the upcoming prequel, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. “To audition, show us your best: act out a scene, perform a song, or surprise us with something completely new,” the movie’s
The lower court had ruled that a law invoked by Trump doesn't give the president "unbounded" authority to impose the duties. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/appeals-court-reinstates-trumps-tariffs-after-trade-court-blocks-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 249, for May 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-30-249/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hints and answers for Connections for May 30, #719. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-30-719/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 453 for May 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-30-453/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,441 for May 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-30-1441/#ftag=CADf328eec
The French luxury brand's first venture into the headphone martket features handstitched leather and a price that will empty your wallet. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/listen-in-luxury-hermes-launching-15000-headphones-this-summer/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new doorbell comes with a handful of new features -- and a catch that might make it a nonstarter for some people. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/amazon-launches-a-powerful-new-affordable-blink-video-doorbell-but-theres-a-catch/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple is now accepting claims for its major Siri privacy settlement and you could be eligible to get a piece of the $95 million payout. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/ever-brought-up-siri-accidentally-you-might-be-eligible-for-apples-big-privacy-settlement/#ftag=CADf328eec
We've been testing cat toys, dog collars, and more pet tech for your furry friend. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/8-excellent-pet-gadgets-that-your-dog-or-cat-will-love/#ftag=CADf328eec
The house isn't clean until you've scrubbed these dirty hideouts. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/15-filthy-spots-that-survived-your-spring-cleaning-rampage-according-to-an-expert/#ftag=CADf328eec
Remote.It’s JUMPBOX offers encrypted, zero-configuration remote access, challenging traditional VPNs with a plug-and-play device.
We recreated the first YouTube video with Veo 3. The results are imperfect but also mind-blowing.
The Nothing Phone 3 isn't launching for another month, but the company is dropping hints already.
The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a few strengths for its relatively affordable price, but they come at the cost of seriously weak battery life, which will be a deal breaker for many.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/2-in-1-laptops/dell-16-plus-2-in-1-review
Are you confused by Apple's software naming practices? So is everyone else, and the company is finally fixing it.
https://www.laptopmag.com/software/apple-plans-name-change-wwdc
Ethicists wonder if bullying your AI -- even if it yields better results -- will make you a jerk in real life.
Thanks to recent leaks, we have some insight into the yet-unannounced Nvidia RTX 5050 Laptop GPU. Should you get an RTX 5060 laptop or hold out for the RTX 5050 version?
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/rtx-5060-or-rtx-5070-laptop
Moonlighter 2 is a sequel that somehow manages to surpass the original in almost every way, from combat to merchanting!
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/moonlighters-2-preview
It's rumored that NVIDIA has been working on a new APU for Windows laptops since 2023, and a new leak provides a look at the design. Here's why it's a big deal for gaming PCs.
Chinese GPU startup Lisuan Technology has announced via its official WeChat account that its G100 6nm graphics card has been powered on.
Meta has published the first of its quarterly integrity reports since Mark Zuckerberg walked back the company's hate speech policies and changed its approach to content moderation earlier this year. According to the reports, Facebook saw an uptick in violent content, bullying and harassment despite an overall decrease in the amount of co
J Allard, a former Microsoft executive and the mind behind the Zune, is leading a new team at Amazon, CNBC reports. Allard is officially the vice president of Ama
Under new Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany could impose a new 10 percent tax on major online platforms such as Google and Facebook. Reuters reported that political factions in the country struck a deal earlier this year to pursue these fees for digital service companies.
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Article URL: https://thriftytraveler.com/news/airlines/airlines-charging-solo-travelers-higher-fares/
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Welcome to AI Decoded, Fast Company’s weekly newsletter that breaks down the most important news in the world of AI. You can sign up to receive this newsletter every week here.
Why I’m becoming more worried about AI safety
During the first two years of the generative artificial intelligence boom, ne
Google reveals database speed matters more than page count for crawl budget. Sites under 1M pages remain safe.
The post Google: Database Speed Beats Page Count For Crawl Budget appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-database-speed-beats-page-count-for-crawl-budget/548037/
Porch pirates are dumbfounded by this very old home theft protection product, now given a newer, smarter life. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/one-smart-home-trick-prevents-porch-theft-every-time/#ftag=CADf328eec
Valve's gaming handheld can now use Nvidia's cloud gaming service natively. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/steam-deck-gets-direct-access-to-geforce-now-with-dedicated-app/#ftag=CADf328eec
The unknown database has been removed from access to the public. But the damage may already be done. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/184-million-passwords-leaked-for-google-facebook-instagram-and-more-how-to-protect-your-accounts/#ftag=CADf328eec
Dad deserves more than a new pair of socks. https://www.cnet.com/health/fathers-day-gift-guide-the-best-wellness-gifts-for-every-kind-of-dad-and-every-budget/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: 'Pee-wee as Himself' reflects on the legacy of actor Paul Reubens but it's also a reminder of a unique era in pop culture that shaped a generation. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/thanks-to-pee-wee-herman-gen-x-got-to-grow-up-weird-and-his-new-documentary-is-a-reminder-of-that/#ftag=CADf328eec
There is a social cost if you use AI for help at work, a new study finds. But there are ways to deal with that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/use-ai-at-work-your-coworkers-may-be-judging-you/#ftag=CADf328eec
With the Saving on a Valuable Education plan struck down, we take a look at how much more your monthly payments could cost. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/your-student-loan-payments-could-soar-if-youre-enrolled-in-save-heres-how-much-more-you-might-pay/#ftag=CADf328eec
The US and China will drive smartphone shipment growth despite ongoing tariff concerns. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/maybe-dont-wait-to-buy-a-phone-tariffs-expected-to-slow-smartphone-shipment-growth/#ftag=CADf328eec
A trade court has ruled Trump's tariff barrage illegal, but the possibility that they will raise prices remains very real. https://www.cnet.com/tech/cnets-daily-tariff-price-tracker-im-following-11-key-products-as-trumps-plans-hit-a-wall/#ftag=CADf328eec
It would've been easy to include a basic camera to preserve the Edge's slim profile, but Samsung chose not to compromise in its latest phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-surprised-us-with-the-s25-edges-camera-rivaling-the-top-notch-ultra/#ftag=CADf328eec
Want cool travel footage? I'm a frequent traveler, and the Insta360 Go 3S is my go-to essential. Right now, it's $59 off on Amazon. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-pack-this-tiny-4k-action-cam-no-matter-where-i-travel-and-its-on-sale-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
Huge number of customer files have been compromised following apparent breach.
DJI’s answer to the GoPro Max and Insta360 X5 is imminent, according to one report –and the Osmo Nano is also seemingly close. But question marks remain about US launches for both.
Flaw in popular WordPress plugin has not yet been patched, so users should be careful.
The Division 2 is having a free play weekend to cap off a huge week for the game with its second DLC having just launched.
An expanded Click to Do, Cross Device Resume, and improved HDR options are just part of the latest Windows 11 preview update.
I took two Snapdragon-powered laptops on my recent trip to Taiwan for Computex, and it proved to me that these are the perfect travel companions.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/i-took-two-qualcomm-snapdragon-x-laptops-to-taiwan
It's hard to justify buying an Xbox Series S console when you can spend another $20 and get a device that's over two times more powerful.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/the-xbox-series-s-is-now-only-slightly-cheaper-than-the-ps5
SSDs behave like any other silicon component in your PC: The faster they run, the more heat they typically generate. It’s enough that a small ecosystem of SSD coolers has sprung up. Now, another fanless cooling chipmaker, xMEMS, has announced plans to cool SSDs.
The problem is a simple one: The
Handheld gaming PCs are awesome. Handheld gaming PCs running Windows are… measurably less awesome. That’s probably why the launch of SteamOS on multiple devices beyond the Steam Deck is so exciting. But Zotac is going for something a little different
Thanks to a $50 Newegg discount code, you can save big on the Seagate X20 Exos 20TB HDD.
It also comes with improved tubing, thinner design, and wireless fan options
ASRock confirmed that its motherboards are responsible for Ryzen 9000 deaths affecting ASRock motherboard customers. It also confirmed that it will charge both ways for motherboard RMAs.
Version 8.18.2 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.18.2 over the previous version 8.18.2
For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.
As if early June wasn't already going to be a wild enough time in the gaming world with the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, that's also when a whole host of showcases takes place as part of Summer Game Fest. Along with the two blockbuster events — Summer Game Fest Live and the Xbox Games Showcase — the
Sony is offering PS Plus subscription plans at a deep discount. An annual subscription to the Premium tier is available for just $107, which is a discount of 33 percent. This promotion is running until June 11, giving gamers a bit of time to think things over.
For the uninitiated, PS Plus Premium provides full access to the Game Catalog. This library includes hundreds of PS4 and
WhatsApp will soon allow users to post collages, music and new stickers as part of their WhatsApp Status. The status feature within WhatsApp functions similarly to the Stories feature on Facebook and Instagram. Users can share text, photo or video to their status, which will disappear after 24 hours.
Update, 5/29/25: The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch soon on June 5. Pre-order advice currently remains the same, which is to say that you probably won't be able to pre-order the console before launch day anymore, since all retailers still list it as either "unavailable" or "coming soon." Now, it's all about launch-day logistics. A number of retailers, including
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I’m Kiet – one half of the two-person team building Onlook, an open-source [https://github.com/onlook-dev/onlook/] visual editor that lets you edit and create React apps live on an infinite canvas.
We launched Onlook [1][2] as a local-first Electron app almost a year ago. Since then, “prompt-to-build” tools have blown up, but none let you design and iterate visually. We fixed that by taking a visual-first, AI-powered approach wh
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Google's Gary Illyes suggests that AI-driven bots could overwhelm websites, offering a unique perspective that crawling isn't the primary issue.
The post Google’s Gary Illyes Warns AI Agents Will Create Web Congestion appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
The retailer also suspended some in-store services but gave few details. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/victorias-secret-takes-down-us-website-after-security-incident/#ftag=CADf328eec
With this alliance, you'll be able to use your points across both airlines and book flights on either's website or app. https://www.cnet.com/news/jetblue-and-united-airlines-announce-partnership-what-this-means-for-your-next-trip/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new One UI 8 software will debut on Samsung's newest foldables this summer, but you can give it a whirl now with some S25 devices. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/samsung-launches-one-ui-8-in-beta-heres-how-to-be-the-first-to-try-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
City officials say they're unaware of Tesla's plans to roll out self-driving taxis in Texas, according to reports. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/want-to-try-teslas-robotaxi-service-its-supposedly-launching-in-austin-in-june/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's hard to screw up this staple snack but for true air fryer fry perfection, there are four rules you should never break. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/a-4-step-guide-to-the-crispiest-air-fryer-french-fries/#ftag=CADf328eec
As if hybrid drivers in wireless headphones weren't fancy enough, here are "tribrid" drivers
Google Calendar was used as part of the C2 infrastructure, so users should take care.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/chinese-hackers-use-google-calendar-in-stealthy-new-attack
Previously a feature reserved for Linux, any NordVPN user can now enjoy post-quantum protection across all platforms.
The latest app version helps avoid being locked out of certain scenes if you miss a stage of the setup process.
World War Z VR is coming to SteamVR and Meta Quest this summer.
Doda's authorities enforced the ban over national security concerns, but experts warn against unintended consequences.
Netflix Tudum 2025 is almost here and I'll be disappointed if these four announcements aren't made.
A showstopping recovery error bug is hitting Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2, but Microsoft notes that it isn’t affecting many home users.
Quick backers to this retro-styled throwback camera will be able to obtain it for a special early bird price.
Garmin is apparently making a Whoop-style screenless band, and it's said to address a long-standing Garmin grievance.
Hundreds of thousands have been affected in the leak.
EA has shut down Cliffhanger Games and canceled the studio's Black Panther game.
If you asked me on January 1, 2025, to guess how many eGPUs we'd see this year, I'd have probably said "none" because eGPUs seemed to be a thing of the past.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/is-2025-the-year-of-the-egpu-revival
Best Buy knocks $150 off our favorite Lenovo 2-in-1 Chromebook.
Amid an entry-level workstation "renaissance," Intel doesn't appear to be developing discrete laptop GPUs but instead relies on the Core Ultra 200H's integrated graphics.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/intel-discrete-laptop-gpu-2025
UK customers eager to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 next week have had their pre-orders unexpectedly cancelled by GAME, one of the first retailers to open pre-orders for the next-gen console after its reveal back in April. In a statement posted to social media, GAME has apologised for the cancelled pre-orders, though [...]
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We explain the difference between receiving a call with No Caller ID or Unknown number listed, and explain which you need to watch out for.
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