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    AI in Education: Transforming Teaching & Saving Time

    AI in Education: Transforming Teaching & Saving Time

    AI is transforming education, with 6/10 US K-12 teachers using AI tools. It saves time on lesson planning and grading, freeing educators to focus on student needs. AI is here to stay in schools.


    Anthropic AI Training: Copyright Infringement Lawsuit & Fair Use

    Anthropic AI Training: Copyright Infringement Lawsuit & Fair Use

    Judge rules Anthropic's AI training using pirated books infringes copyright, though some use deemed 'reasonable'. A trial will determine damages owed. AI copyright lawsuit is ongoing.


    Haven-1: Vast’s Commercial Space Station VR Tour

    Haven-1: Vast’s Commercial Space Station VR Tour

    Vast offers a VR tour of Haven-1, its compact commercial space station launching soon. Crewed by 4, Haven-1 boasts research space and Starlink. Vast aims to win NASA contracts post-ISS retirement.


    WhatsApp Ads: User Concerns & Alternatives

    WhatsApp Ads: User Concerns & Alternatives

    WhatsApp will introduce ads in the Updates tab, raising user concerns about privacy and prompting consideration of alternatives like Telegram and Signal. Meta assures end-to-end encryption remains.


    Galaxy Z Fold 7: Thinner Design, Camera Specs & Release Date

    Galaxy Z Fold 7: Thinner Design, Camera Specs & Release Date

    Galaxy Z Fold 7: Expect a thinner design but wider build. Camera details, RAM, storage, display specs, and a potential July 9th launch alongside Z Flip 7 and Watch 8 are discussed.


    Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Sales Disappoint, Foldable Phones Focus

    Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Sales Disappoint, Foldable Phones Focus

    Samsung cuts Galaxy S25 Edge production due to low sales. The company shifts focus to foldable phones for the US market amid tariff concerns and seeks to increase production.


    Tech Support Scam: Spotting Fake Numbers on Real Websites

    Tech Support Scam: Spotting Fake Numbers on Real Websites

    Cybercriminals are injecting fake tech support numbers into legitimate websites via sponsored search links. Learn how to identify these scams and protect your personal information.


    Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Specs & Competition

    Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Specs & Competition

    Xiaomi's Mix Flip 2 challenges Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 with a larger battery, faster charging, and advanced cameras. Launch timing and global availability will be key factors in this foldable phone competition.


    Germany’s Open-Source Push: Ditching Microsoft

    Germany’s Open-Source Push: Ditching Microsoft

    Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, is nearing a full switch to open-source software like Linux and LibreOffice, aiming for self-reliance and security, with other public bodies worldwide also seeking alternatives to Microsoft.


    AI Mirrors Human Thought: ChatGPT Study

    AI Mirrors Human Thought: ChatGPT Study

    Chinese researchers found ChatGPT processes information similarly to the human brain. AI shows 'understanding' akin to human cognition in object grouping, per Nature Machine Knowledge.


    Microsoft Copilot Vision: Features, Security, and Rollout

    Microsoft Copilot Vision: Features, Security, and Rollout

    Microsoft Copilot Vision enhances AI interaction by 'seeing' your screen. It offers real-time assistance but raises privacy concerns, especially with sensitive data and Microsoft's hacker appeal. Rollout begins in the US.


    Lineup App: Stay Connected & Manage Contacts

    Lineup App: Stay Connected & Manage Contacts

    Lineup app helps maintain connections by importing contacts from iPhone, Google Calendar, and Gmail. It reminds you to follow up and allows note-taking on communications. Stay connected easily!


    Entry-Level iPad: Best Value After iPadOS 26 Upgrade

    Entry-Level iPad: Best Value After iPadOS 26 Upgrade

    Apple's entry-level iPad is now a top value computer after the iPadOS 26 upgrade, offering Mac-like multitasking features previously exclusive to Pro models. A budget-friendly MacOS alternative!


    FTC Probes Ad Boycotts Targeting Conservative Media

    FTC Probes Ad Boycotts Targeting Conservative Media

    The FTC, led by Andrew Ferguson, is investigating potential ad boycotts against conservative media and probing firms like Media Matters. Focus on X Corp exodus after Elon Musk's acquisition.


    iOS 26: Apple’s Fluid Glass Interface & VisionOS Inspiration

    iOS 26: Apple’s Fluid Glass Interface & VisionOS Inspiration

    Apple's iOS 26 introduces Fluid Glass, inspired by visionOS, for a transparent UI. However, it faces performance issues. Apple aims for a more open user experience, but users report lag.


    CalDigit TS5 Plus: Thunderbolt 5 Dock Review, Features & Performance

    CalDigit TS5 Plus: Thunderbolt 5 Dock Review, Features & Performance

    CalDigit TS5 Plus reviewed: a powerful Thunderbolt 5 dock with 20 ports, 10GbE, and 36W USB-C charging. Improved performance and features for Mac users. Consider cost & needs.


    AirPods Pro 2 Deal: Discount on Premium Noise-Canceling Earbuds

    AirPods Pro 2 Deal: Discount on Premium Noise-Canceling Earbuds

    Get AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) at a discount! Enjoy premium noise, spatial audio, and long battery life. Save now on these top-tier earbuds.


    E2 SSD: New High-Density Storage Redefines Data Centers

    E2 SSD: New High-Density Storage Redefines Data Centers

    E2 SSD, a QLC flash-based drive under development, aims to bridge the gap between HDDs and SSDs. Offering up to 1 PB capacity with high performance, it targets 'warm' data storage in data centers.


    AI Siri, iOS 27, and Apple’s Future Plans

    AI Siri, iOS 27, and Apple’s Future Plans

    Explore Apple's AI Siri development, iOS 27 updates (Schedule, Health), and delays. Learn about LLM Siri, expected features, and upcoming Apple releases. Apple Intelligence, iPhone 26 beta.


    EV Interest Cooling: American Skepticism Grows Despite More Choices

    EV Interest Cooling: American Skepticism Grows Despite More Choices

    Despite growing EV model availability, American interest is waning. Concerns over cost, charging infrastructure, and future incentives contribute to increasing consumer skepticism. EV adoption faces challenges.


    Apple Vision Pro: Spatial Controller Support & Gaming Expansion

    Apple Vision Pro: Spatial Controller Support & Gaming Expansion

    Apple's visionOS may gain spatial controller support beyond PlayStation & Xbox gamepads. Enhanced App Store badges, potential PlayStation VR2 hand controller integration and Game Center revival hint at a gaming push.