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When Apple introduced Siri back in 2011, the world freaked out. A personal assistant on a phone with conversational chops elicited an audible gasp from the audience, and plenty of fear. “That it’s a sinister, potentially alien artificial intelligence that’s bound to kill us all,” CNN’s coverage surmised. It was a one-of-a-kind advancement, something Apple was delivering consistently back then. And then it fell off. Now, Siri has a reputation for being, well… not exactly the sharpest voice assistant, especially in a pool of next-gen generative AI assistants such as Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT. Anyone who’s tried asking it a…

(NOTE: This article is part of an ongoing series documenting an experiment with using AI to fill the NCAA brackets and see how it fares against years of human experience. The original article is as follows.) A week ago, I wrote about entering an NCAA tournament pool with a more disciplined process than I usually use. Instead of relying on mascots, vibes, or whatever team happened to look great on Saturday afternoon, I tried to think about the bracket the way an investor or analyst would: separate raw forecasting from expected value, build one bracket around the highest probability of success, build another…

Apple just revealed Liminal, and it already looks like a serious contender for its next big sci-fi movie. With a clear sci-fi hook and recognizable names attached, this is the kind of announcement that’s easy to get invested in early. The project comes from Apple Original Films and pairs Vanessa Kirby with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in leading roles. It’s directed by Louis Leterrier, who’s known for keeping stories fast and visually sharp, which already hints at a more kinetic kind of sci-fi than Apple usually leans into. Some key details are still missing, including a release timeline and production start.…

Living in a geographical pocket where the terrain quickly changes from lush backyard to open trails within a few minutes of walking, I am constantly concerned about my furry friends losing the track. The situation is not too different if you live in dense suburbs — there’s a persistent worry about dogs wandering beyond the safe zone of your yard or open estate. Needless to say, pet trackers are a must to ensure the well-being of my dogs, but finding a reliable one isn’t a cakewalk.   That’s where SATELLAI comes into the picture, a brand that combines the warmth of pet care with cutting-edge satellite-driven location tracking and…

While most Chromium-based browsers treat tab management as an afterthought, Vivaldi takes a smarter approach. Its latest iOS update doubles down on one of its best ideas: two-level tab stacks. It’s not a new feature, but it’s one of the few that actually makes juggling dozens of tabs on a phone feel manageable. A small but genuinely useful feature Instead of hiding grouped tabs in a menu or forcing you to switch to a different page, Vivaldi keeps everything accessible, letting you switch between related tabs quickly and intuitively. The browser displays your main tabs in a row at the…

Meta’s push into AI wearables isn’t slowing down anytime soon. A new FCC filing has revealed that two upcoming Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, namely “Scriber” and “Blazer”. This listing hints at the launch being right around the corner. It also describes the devices as production units, which means that Meta is already past the prototype stage and gearing up for release. What’s next in Meta’s smart glass lineup? The FCC database has confirmed two distinct models: Ray-Ban Meta Scriber and Ray-Ban Meta Blazer. Interestingly, the Blazer model could arrive in two sizes, including a larger variant that Meta hasn’t offered…

Apple’s MacBook Neo arrived as a shock to the industry. It is the new cheap MacBook that is designed to be silent, efficient, and affordable. But a new stress test suggests that it could have been noticeably better with a very simple change. As per a recent test, the addition of a basic copper plate to the cooling setup can improve both thermals and performance by a meaningful margin. And the frustrating part? It isn’t some complex engineering overhaul and is relatively straightforward. What’s holding back the MacBook Neo? Just like the MacBook Air, the Neo runs on a completely…

The LG C5 quickly established itself as the go-to OLED recommendation in 2025, and right now it’s down to $1,399.99 at Best Buy, a $1,300 saving off its $2,699.99 list price. That’s nearly half price for a 65-inch OLED evo panel with LG’s latest AI picture processing, and it’s the kind of discount that makes this an easy conversation. What you’re getting The C5 sits a step above LG’s entry-level B5 in the 2025 lineup, and the difference shows in the panel. OLED evo delivers higher peak brightness than standard OLED while keeping the per-pixel contrast and true blacks that…

Google is working on a priority charging feature designed for moments when you need power quickly. The option, uncovered in Android 17 beta code by Android Authority, focuses on boosting usable battery in a short window without shutting down core phone functions. Instead of pushing higher charging speeds, the system shifts power toward the battery by dialing back background activity. Calls and texts still come through, but less critical processes pause so more energy goes into charging. That signals a practical shift. This feature targets quick top-ups before heading out, not long overnight sessions. It also suggests tighter control over…

Today is an information age, resulting in the constant intake of story data throughout one’s life and work. This mental demand can lead to a cluttering of the mind, possibly hindering productivity or distracting focus. Digital mind mapping software, such as Miro, can help address this challenge by offering structured, visual tools for organizing ideas, managing tasks, and approaching problems more clearly.  What Is Mind Mapping?  Put simply, mind mapping is a visual way to organize ideas and understand more complex information. A mapped approach begins by plotting a central concept, then branches out into related thoughts. This may be done using something…