I talked with a professor of advertising to make sense of what this means for all of us who use those social media platforms. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/metas-all-in-on-ai-creating-the-ads-you-see-on-instagram-facebook-and-whatsapp/#ftag=CADf328eec
There are nine Sega games on iOS and Android that you can get for free now and play offline later. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/i-downloaded-crazy-taxi-on-my-iphone-for-free-before-sega-discontinues-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
A Gallup poll also found that 15% of employees believe they are likely to be replaced by AI, automation or robots. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/more-than-40-of-employees-are-using-ai-at-work-a-new-poll-says/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you don't know your blood type, use one of these three methods to figure it out. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/its-quick-and-easy-to-check-your-blood-type-heres-how-i-found-out-mine/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and the answer for today's extra-difficult Wordle No. 1,460 for June 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-june-18-1460/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 18, #738. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-18-738/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and answers for the springtime-themed NYT Strands puzzle No. 472 for June 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-18-472/#ftag=CADf328eec
The president's son Eric says the phone will be made in the US "eventually." https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-trump-phone-will-cost-you-499-heres-what-you-get-and-what-we-dont-know-yet/#ftag=CADf328eec
The parent company of Instagram and Facebook has previously collaborated with Ray-Ban to bring its smart glasses vision to fruition. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/meta-partners-with-oakley-for-its-next-pair-of-smart-glasses/#ftag=CADf328eec
The fine stems from the company's massive and "profoundly damaging" 2023 data breach. https://www.cnet.com/news/privacy/uk-watchdogs-fines-23andme-3-1-million-for-data-security-violations/#ftag=CADf328eec
Artificial intelligence can't clean and fold your laundry yet, but it can help you plan your housework schedule. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/heres-how-you-can-boost-your-productivity-at-home-with-this-ai-tool/#ftag=CADf328eec
JetBlue is pulling back on routes to several US states and major metropolitan cities. https://www.cnet.com/news/jetblue-is-slashing-flights-and-cutting-costs-heres-what-travelers-should-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
In May, streaming television was responsible for more TV viewing than cable and broadcast TV combined. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/streaming-has-overtaken-traditional-tv-for-the-first-time-ever/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Florida Oilers could win the Stanley Cup in Game 6. Here's how to tune in to tonight's big game. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-tonights-nhl-stanley-cup-final-game-6-edmonton-oilers-vs-florida-panthers/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hers debuts the first prescription-grade gummy designed to tackle hair loss. Here's everything you need to know and how to get it. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/experiencing-hair-loss-this-first-ever-prescription-gummy-for-hair-regrowth-may-be-the-solution/#ftag=CADf328eec
Taimi is an AI-powered LGBTQ+ dating and community platform that helps users connect through AI-powered matching and personalized recommendations. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/looking-for-meaningful-connection-this-pride-season-this-ai-app-may-help/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 268, for June 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-june-18-268/#ftag=CADf328eec
There's an unnamed Whoop-style band from Polar set to launch in September, but I'm really excited about the still-unannounced price.
Solidigm’s 122.88TB SSD delivers exceptional density, but performance trade-offs and rising competition may challenge its dominance.
Aura Ultrabook impresses with its dual-screen design and sleek build, but disappoints with a weak CPU that limits performance.
GL.iNet’s Flint 3 enters the Wi-Fi 7 market with competitive specs and sub-$160 price.
Prime Day returns July 8 with four days of epic deals in tow, see what else is new for Prime Day 2025.
https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/amazons-next-prime-day-sale-starts-july-8-heres-whats-new-this-year
Nearly 2 in 3 gamers say they would switch to cloud gaming if one thing wasn't holding them back. Here's a look at the data and the 3 best cloud gaming services to try today.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/best-cloud-gaming-services-to-try-now
B&H takes $600 off the MacBook Pro with M3 Pro Chip for a limited time.
The rollable laptop goes on sale this week after two years of R&D by teams from Intel and Lenovo.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/lenovo-thinkbook-plus-gen6-laptop-release
Searching for budget-friendly deals ahead of Prime Day? We've got you covered! Here are the best discounts under $50 on headphones, chargers, and more!
Blizzard Entertainment's Warcraft games are coming to Xbox Game Pass alongside another Call of Duty title.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-game-pass-june-2025-wave-2
Obsidian Entertainment's upcoming RPG The Outer Worlds 2 looks great, and could be the Fallout: New Vegas sequel I've always wanted. Here are five reasons why.
Facebook is once again rebranding the "video" section of its app. This time, the tab formerly known as "video," which was also once called "
Marathon isn't coming in September after all. Bungie said on Tuesday that it's delaying the shooter indefinitely. "We're using this time to empower the team to create the intense, high-stakes experience that a title like Marathon is built around," the company
Microsoft has no plans to get out of the console business anytime soon. The company has been reiterating for a while that it's going to make at least one more generation of Xbox consoles. It's now been confirmed that AMD will power the u
Meta’s decision to introduce advertisements into WhatsApp has reignited competition in the secure messaging space, giving rival app Signal a fresh opening to make a pitch for users.
After the tech giant announced it would begin to include ads in WhatsApp’s Updates tab, which is used by roughly 1.5 billion people per day, Signal president Meredith Whittake
Amid global conflict, domestic unrest, and AI’s surging impact in all corners of business, it’s getting harder than ever to decipher noise from substance. To help navigate this challenge, LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman shares valuable insights about Trump’s public spat with Elon Musk, the crisis in the Middle East, and whether AI is realistically poised to spark a “white-collar bloodbath.”
Kraft Heinz said that it will remove artificial dyes from all its US products by the end of 2027. This is how the company plans to replace the dyes. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/jell-o-kool-aid-no-longer-contain-artificial-dyes-whats-replacing-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
Group E gets underway in Seattle with a South America vs. Asia clash. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-river-plate-vs-urawa-reds-from-anywhere-for-free-stream-fifa-club-world-cup-soccer/#ftag=CADf328eec
While Microsoft is adding those games to Xbox Game Pass, it's also removing a handful of others from the service on June 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/xbox-is-bringing-these-call-of-duty-and-warcraft-games-to-game-pass-in-june/#ftag=CADf328eec
The hit hero shooter's next big update revolves around giving you even more choices over how to play. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/overwatch-2-season-17-adds-map-voting-and-rounds-out-stadiums-roster/#ftag=CADf328eec
The robotaxi now operates in more parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles County. Here's where you can hail a ride now -- and soon. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/waymo-expands-its-self-driving-service-throughout-california-heres-everything-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you've balked at Starlink internet service because of the price, there's a new plan that's much more affordable. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/starlinks-residential-lite-plan-can-save-you-40-a-month-but-theres-a-big-catch/#ftag=CADf328eec
I never knew how useful a chair could be but now I take the Cliq camping chair everywhere I go, from the beach to the golf course and even the DMV. https://www.cnet.com/deals/why-a-portable-camping-chair-became-an-everyday-essential-for-me/#ftag=CADf328eec
Once you try voice mode, typing out questions will feel slow and outdated. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpts-voice-feature-makes-it-feel-more-human-than-ever/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how the company sees its AI technology finding a home across a wide range of government agencies, and what that could mean for you. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-signed-a-200m-deal-with-the-defense-department-why-you-should-pay-attention/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are seven common mistakes you might be making when you're cooking pasta. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/dont-put-this-expensive-ingredient-in-pasta-water-according-to-an-italian-chef/#ftag=CADf328eec
Nothing has confirmed that the upcoming Nothing Phone 3 won't use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, but I don't think that's a problem.
This travel-ready keyboard has a built-in 13-inch touchscreen and works with laptops, desktops, and USB-C phones.
Freedman HealthCare apparently breached, but the company is yet to confirm the attack.
Kia introduces premium entertainment services to its cars, but they come at a price.
Ahead of Amazon's first ever 96-hour Prime Day sale, gamers can take home six additional games for free thanks to Prime Gaming. That is, six games in addition to the current June free games library.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/prime-day-2025-free-video-games
Steam has published new information on 'Borderlands 4' ahead of its launch on September 12, with pricing and hardware specs included.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/borderlands-4-specs-deluex-edition
As Shanghai reconnects the mobile world, expect a few surprises that might change how we think about connectivity.
The ROG Xbox Ally is gearing up to storm the handheld throne, but it might not be the only hardware shift we see from Xbox this year
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/vr/xbox-meta-quest-3-headset
Xbox President Sarah Bond shared an update on Xbox consoles today, confirming their ongoing partnership with AMD for first-party hardware, while committing to supporting your existing console library on next-gen systems.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-amd-partnership-next-gen-xbox-console-hardware
FBC: Firebreak is the most different Remedy game so far, with fun intentional friction in co-op that's rewarding, even if progression is a bit of a grind.
Bungie shared on Tuesday that its upcoming first-person extraction shooter Marathon is being delayed, with features like proximity chat being added.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/bungie-marathon-delayed-september-2025
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the most popular and beloved games of 2025. In fact, it has garnered so much love that fans have been creating incredible cosmetic mods that transform the playable characters into iconic characters from other franchises.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/best-crazy-mods-for-clair-obscur-expedition-33
Borderlands 4's PC system requirements are pretty demanding in general, but there's one in particular that over 50% of Steam players don't meet.
In recent months, a long list of issues with the classic Outlook app for Windows has cropped up, including high CPU usage,
The newest revision of Windows Hello Face requires a color camera to authenticate logins in addition to the use of IR sensors, somewhat limiting the function's usability in low-light scenarios.
Microsoft has officially confirmed a multi-year partnership with AMD to co-develop high-performance custom processors for both next-generation Xbox home consoles and new Xbox-branded portable gaming devices.
Asus unveils RTX 5080 version of RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition, dubbed the ROG RTX 5080 Astral Dhahab Core. The new GPU uses the same 24K gold-plated ROG Astral cooler as the RTX 5090 version.
We now know that the 2025 edition of Amazon's blockbuster Prime Day sales event will start on July 8, and it's set to be bigger than ever as it will run for four days. But you don't need to wait until then for tasty deals. There will be plenty in the lead up to the event, including this one for the
There are a few undeniable truths in this world: the sky is blue, Mario Kart is always a good idea and Sony's 1000X line of headphones is amazing. The latter was proved true once again when Sony released the
Nissan has unveiled its third-generation Leaf EV with a completely new design. The 2026 model sheds the last vestiges of its original compact car body and leans fully into crossover SUV territory. The new look offers some design features that are commonly seen in the all-electric vehicle marketplace, allowing it to compete against ot
Looking to grab an official Tires shirt or a sandwich based on Arnold Schwarzenegger's FUBAR? Netflix will have you covered in the near future. The streaming platform's long-promised Netflix House amusement centers will open up shop in
Microsoft’s Game Pass is having a very impressive 2025 where the quality and cadence of releases is concerned, and things are showing no signs of slowing down as we settle into the summer months. Highlights of the June lineup include co-op FPS FBC: Firebreak, which joins the service today, Sloclap’s highly-anticipated soccer game, Rematch, and a trio of Warcraft remasters.
Let’s start with probably the most significant addition. Back in May, Engadget’s Jessic
It's that time of year again. Amazon Prime Day will rain deals upon the world on July 8, but some companies have already begun slashing prices. For instance, the iconic GoPro Hero 13 Black action camera is
Peak Design is building on the success of its innovative Travel Tripod. The photography accessory maker is launching a new Pro Tripod on Kickstarter. The latest model comes in three flavors: Pro Lite, Pro and Pro Tall. As you might expect, their prices dwarf that of the (already expensive) Travel Tripod.
The Pro Tripod is scaled up for greater s
Meta’s Threads is deepening its integration with the fediverse, a collection of decentralized social media platforms that includes
The discourse around artificial intelligence has all been about pursuing the bleeding edge, pushing the tech into the future as fast as possible. So maybe it should be refreshing that OpenAI's latest announcement feels almost quaintly analog. Starting today, users can tap into the company's image generation by texting 1-800-ChatGPT on WhatsApp.
Waymo is expanding its service area in two major metropolitan parts of California, according to a report by TechCrunch. The company is bringing its robotaxis to several new cities and neighborhoods around Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Beginning today, riders along the San Francisco Peninsula in cities like Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Br
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Trolls be warned: influencers are now hiring private investigators to expose their anonymous bullies online.
Australian influencer Indy Clinton, who boasts 2.1 million TikTok followers and was crowned Creator of the Year in 2023, posted a seemingly typical video yesterday of herself dancing in her kitchen. At first glance, it appeared no different from her usual content—until viewers read the on-screen text.
“How it feels
The Senate is expected to approve legislation Tuesday that would regulate a form of cryptocurrency known as stablecoins, the first of what is expected to be a wave of crypto legislation from Congress
Indie streamer Mubi raised a staggering $100 million from Sequoia Capital. Then, fans started boycotting.
Mubi built a loyal audience of cinephiles through breakout hits like The Substance and Decision to Leave. But after subscribers examined investor Sequoia Capital’s portfolio, many took to X to denounce the streamer. They pointed to Sequoia’s ties to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza,
TikTok's sale deadline is approaching once more, so will the app finally be sold or will President Trump just keep extending the deadline every few weeks? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tiktoks-on-the-clock-again-heres-what-to-know-if-a-sale-doesnt-go-through/#ftag=CADf328eec
Woody, Buzz and Jessie will go up against Bonnie's new learning tablet in Toy Story 5 when it hits theaters in a year. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/in-pixars-toy-story-5-the-big-new-villain-is-a-tablet/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's a small gesture that prevents my phone from competing for my attention. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/3-reasons-why-i-always-keep-my-phone-facedown-on-the-table/#ftag=CADf328eec