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Hands-on: An Android XR headset that validates Gemini and Google’s past few years
Mixed reality headsets are not new. My personal novelty with them ended upon buying Apple’s Vision Pro earlier this year. In using Samsung’s Android XR-powered Project Moohan for about 30 minutes last week, Google has got all the basics down. However, Android XR has a true differentiator with Gemini, while bringing together almost a decade’s worth of Google efforts in a seamless, integrated manner. more…
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One day… realized: Hands-on with Google’s Android XR glasses
As a child, my first vision for the future of technology was shaped by an aspect of Star Trek that’s different from most people’s: the absolute ubiquity of touchscreens and tablets (PADDs). I was enamored with the idea of interacting with information via touch and being able to do so anywhere instead of in a fixed place. All that became reality with the iPhone and Android, and I live it every day. My next vision of the...
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Android ramps up anti-stalking measures with improved tracking alerts
Android is getting some new changes to improve protection against unwanted tracking devices. Google introduced its unknown tracker alert feature a year ago to prevent stalking and other potentially dangerous behaviors. It is now adding new countering tracking features that deal with malicious tags after they are discovered.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:YouTube TV getting $10 price increase to $82.99 in January 2025
Following the last increase in April of 2023, the price of YouTube TV is going up $10 to $82.99 starting Monday, January 13, 2025. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:iOS 18.2 adds new language support to Apple Intelligence in these five places
iOS 18.2 has arrived, bringing a redesigned Mail app, Photos app fixes, and more. Some of the biggest changes, though, are with new AI features. And for the first time, Apple Intelligence now offers native language support in five places outside the US. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:8 Of The Best-Looking Muscle Cars Ever Designed
Muscle cars may have launched as accessible and powerful cars for the masses, but the best looking ones have left an indelible mark on automotive design too
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Security cameras and alarms effective at deterring burglars, say burglars
If you’ve ever wondered whether security cameras and alarms are effective at deterring burglars, the answer is yes – and that comes from a very reliable source: burglars. KGW-TV asked 86 inmates convicted of burglary what would make them more likely to rob a home, and which things would deter them … more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Why AMC's Popular Rebel Machine Was Discontinued After Only Three Years In Production
Perhaps a day late and a dollar short, the AMC Rebel Machine was an incredible, affordable muscle car that didn't last despite having great performance.
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Universe's expansion mystery confirmed by Hubble and Webb observations
Now, to the dismay of researchers, a new study designed to double-check the calculated rate of the universe's expansion – aiming to determine whether or not the initial readings were flawed – has confirmed that the measurements are indeed accurate.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:These emoji and acronyms are no longer cool, says social media analysis
Sentiment analysis on social media suggests that certain emoji and internet acronyms are now falling out of favor, either being used less frequently, or attracting negative comments. Top of the list is the enraged pouting face, aka , while RIP is the most disliked acronym … more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Apple Wallet now supports digital driver’s licenses in 10 locations
Does your state support Apple Wallet’s digital state ID or driver’s license feature yet? As of today, there are 10 locations that officially let iPhone users digitize their ID or license in the Wallet app. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Gurman: iOS 19 delays will cause more spread out, slow software rollout
iOS 18 has brought a uniquely staggered rollout of new features, with packed 18.1 and 18.2 releases so far. According to Mark Gurman, that has created some unexpected delays to iOS 19’s development. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:AI startup ad campaign urges us to "stop hiring humans"
Backed by startup accelerator Y-Combinator, Artisan sells customer service and sales workflow software. It's one of several companies that sells products it describes as AI employees, or "Artisans," in this case.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:What To Know Before Attempting A DIY Wheel Bearing Replacement
A bad wheel bearing on your car can be dangerous and should be replaced right away. If you want to replace it yourself, here is what you need to know.
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Samsung will get rid of its annoying app drawer watermark before One UI 7 release
One of the new changes in One UI 7 is that Samsung has added a watermark to the app drawer, an annoying piece of visual clutter. Apparently, though, this will be removed before the final release. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:United Airlines integrating Apple’s Share Item Location into its mobile app
Apple last month announced a new Share Item Location feature for helping to track AirTags and Apple devices, and said at the time that it would be partnering with more than 15 airlines. Those airlines would accept links from passengers tracking mislaid baggage. United Airlines has now shown how it will integrate the feature into its mobile app, enabling customers to easily add the links … more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Intel Arc B580 Review: Best Value GPU
PC gaming gets a boost with Intel's Arc B580, a $250 GPU that beats the RTX 4060 and RX 7600. Featuring 12GB VRAM, Xe2 architecture, and built for 1440p gaming, it's a game-changer for budget setups.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Gemini now summarizes entire folders in Google Drive
Gemini has been a powerful addition to Google Workspace, allowing users to enhance how they interact with productivity tools like Docs or Sheets. Google Drive is the latest to see a new Gemini feature that will summarize Google Drive folders before you open them on the web app. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:This could be the iPhone 17 Pro horizontal camera bump, says reliable leaker
Long before the iPhone 16 launch, there were suggestions that it would have a side-by-side camera layout to better support spatial video across all three lenses. That of course didn’t happen, but a leaker with a decent track record now suggests this layout will be introduced with the iPhone 17 Pro. Google’s Pixel 9 Pro has already adopted this horizontal camera bar format, and the leaker suggests that “many” Android...
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Epic Games Store coming to ‘millions’ of Android phones in Telefónica deal
After winning its battle with Google, Epic Games has announced a deal with carrier Telefónicawhich it says will result in the Epic Games Store being pre-loaded on “millions” of Android phones. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:MacBook Air M4 leaked in macOS 15.2 Sequoia, may feature new ultrawide camera
Apple is anticipated to refresh the MacBook Air with the M4 chip in spring 2025 as part of its strategy to transition the entire Mac range to the latest processors. Supporting these claims, MacRumors reports that it has identified multiple strings within macOS 15.2 that appear to confirm the rumored update.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Exclusive 20% off at Nomad for 9to5 readers: Leather iPhone 16 cases, Apple Watch bands, more + up to 90% off clearance
Our exclusive holiday sales just for 9to5 readers aren’t done just yet, and today we have a big one – 20% off everything at Nomad. While the brand’s short-lived Black Friday sale did offer deeper deals on select items, just about all of the newer releases were at the same 20% we are offering here today with our exclusive code, including its latest batch of absolutely gorgeous leather iPhone 16 cases, all of its Apple...
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Apple reportedly canceled another Extreme chip for a future Mac Pro
There’s currently very little reason to buy a Mac Pro over a Mac Studio configured with the M2 Ultra chip. That’s because Apple reportedly canceled plans for an M2 Extreme chip for the top-of-the-line Mac. A new report suggests that history may be about to repeat itself, and that a planned Extreme chip for a future Mac Pro model may also now be in doubt. In the worst case, that could be no true new Mac Pro for years to...
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Chocolate maker Cadbury is fighting AI by injecting gibberish into training data
In a nearly two-minute video ad, Cadbury India portrays an office worker who doesn't even have a moment to savor his 5 Star chocolate bar due to the demands of AI-driven efficiency. His boss impatiently demands work be completed in an impossibly short timeframe by "using some AI."Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:6 Useful Third-Party Add-Ons For Your Milwaukee Packout
If you're looking for ways to customize your Packout beyond Milwaukee's official products, there are ton of options, though some are better than others.
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Russia tests cutting itself off from the rest of the internet, most VPNs fail to bypass restrictions
According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), a US nonprofit, Roskomnadzor conducted the test over the weekend, impacting residents in Dagestan, Chechnya, and Ingushetia – Russian regions mostly populated by ethnic minorities.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:How To Tell If Your Wheel Bearings Need Replacing (And How Much It May Cost)
If you've been hearing strange noises coming from your wheels, it could be a sign your wheel bearings are bad. Here's how to diagnose the issue.
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Google's new experimental AI agent can browse the web for you
Google has begun early testing on a new AI agent that can automate web browsing tasks. While the company admits that the software isn't perfect and is taking safety precautions, deploying it might raise questions about the future of the web.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:LG ends Blu-ray player production as streaming dominance grows
It's been almost six years since LG launched its last Blu-ray players, the UBK80 and UBK90 UHD. As reported by FlatpanelsHD, the Korean firm will not be making more of these or any other optical disc players. It's now just a matter of clearing out the remaining stock.Read Entire Article
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Google Maps rolling out new teal accent color on Android, iOS
Like other first-party apps that lack Dynamic Color theming, Google Maps currently uses a blue accent for buttons and other UI elements, but that looks to be changing to teal. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Holiday Deal Hub: Exclusive offers on the best accessories and apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and more [Updated]
Welcome to the 2024 9to5Mac Holiday Deal Hub. We have once again secured readers a load of exclusive deals on some of our favorite Apple gear accessory brands ahead of the holidays. Whether you’re looking to get a new leather or stainless steel Apple Watch band under the tree, some of the best iPhone 16 cases you’ll find anywhere, a gorgeous leather MacBook cover for all of the latest releases, or even some EDC...
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:2025 Dodge Charger Daytona First Drive: An Electric Muscle Car, For Better And For Worse
Dodge shocked fans with its Charger Daytona, but is an all-electric muscle car such a bad idea? We hit the track sideways to see if the SRT magic is still there
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:Android's New Features Help Stop Unwanted Bluetooth Trackers: Here's How To Use Them
Google has introduced two new features that help protect Android users from covert tracking via hidden Bluetooth trackers. Here's how to use them.
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:How to test Gemini in Google Assistant on Nest Mini, Audio
After being spotted by some earlier this month, Google has detailed how Gemini “AI-powered answers” in Google Assistant works on the Nest Mini and Audio, and how to test it. more…
Published on: December 12, 2024 | Source:9to5Mac Daily: December 11, 2024 – iOS 18.2 officially launches, Apple Watch rumors
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is availableon iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app,Stitcher,TuneIn,Google Play, or through ourdedicated RSS feedfor Overcast and other podcast players. From now through December 31, save 20% on all 9to5Mac Daily Plus, 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus, and 9to5Mac Pro annual subscriptionswith promo code HOLIDAY! Visit9to5mac.com/jointo sign up. more…
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