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The Clapper was a bad smart home gadget — and a viral sensation

The Clapper was a bad smart home gadget — and a viral s...

Clap on. Clap off. Well, more like, Clap, pause for half a beat but no longer be...

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Are OLED TVs still worth the premium in 2026?

Are OLED TVs still worth the premium in 2026?

OLED displays are the best of the best in many ways, but in some scenarios, "les...

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The future of physical games is not looking great

The future of physical games is not looking great

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from...

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The grueling, 630-mile road race where the only fuel is sunlight

The grueling, 630-mile road race where the only fuel is...

On July 19th, dozens of teams of high school students will begin a five-day, 630...

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Dave Eggers told OpenAI staff  that ChatGPT was ‘silencing an entire generation’

Dave Eggers told OpenAI staff that ChatGPT was ‘silenc...

Last year, Sam Altman invited author Dave Eggers to give a talk to around 200 Op...

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France doubles down on restricting access to Polymarket

France doubles down on restricting access to Polymarket

The country's gambling authority ordered ISPs to block access to the prediction ...

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Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads

Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads

The company may be trying to save ad space for local businesses.

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Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processor

Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old proc...

Mystic Leaks suggests that the Pixel 11a will return to featuring a flagship-gra...

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ZA/UM announces layoffs two months after the launch of Zero Parades

ZA/UM announces layoffs two months after the launch of ...

Up to 32 employees were affected by the studio's recent decision.

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X and music publishers quietly settle opposing lawsuits

X and music publishers quietly settle opposing lawsuits

The original lawsuit was filed in 2023 and claimed Twitter hosted thousands of c...

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Google is open-sourcing its 3D emoji

Google is open-sourcing its 3D emoji

Now, if you want to, you can use Google's 3D emoji in your own creations. The co...

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How does the Apple Watch water lock feature actually work?

How does the Apple Watch water lock feature actually work?

The water lock feature on Apple Watches automatically activates when you're swim...

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GoPro’s discounted Max 2 bundle includes $100 worth of accessories

GoPro’s discounted Max 2 bundle includes $100 worth of ...

A 360-degree camera is a great way to ensure you capture every bit of the action...

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The Guardian’s Carter Sherman fondly remembers being terrified by Ocarina of Time

The Guardian’s Carter Sherman fondly remembers being te...

Carter Sherman has been covering sex, gender, and the complex personal and natio...

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Surprise! Facial recognition smart locks are actually good

Surprise! Facial recognition smart locks are actually good

Hands-free unlocking is the future of smart locks. The best smart home tech remo...

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Converting your Android Auto to wireless is easy with an adapter

Converting your Android Auto to wireless is easy with a...

Cutting the cord in your car is a simple upgrade.