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AI cheating has already gone from asking a chatbot to write an essay to using tools that can make that AI-written work look human. We’ve previously talked about AI tools designed to help students cheat and the growing problem of AI detectors struggling to keep up, as well as how commonly students are already using AI for homework. Now the technology isn’t merely helping students do the work. In some cases, it can effectively be the student. Just tell the AI to take the class According to a New York Times report by Dana Goldstein and Alan Blinder, students can…
The iPhone X and 15-inch 2018 MacBook Pro have officially joined Apple’s obsolete products list, marking the end of official hardware service for two devices that once represented the company’s future. Apple updated its support listings to move both products from its vintage category to the obsolete category. That distinction matters because once a device becomes obsolete, Apple discontinues hardware service for it, while authorized service providers can no longer order parts through Apple. For the iPhone X, the timing feels particularly significant. Launched in 2017, it introduced the design language that would define Apple’s iPhone lineup for years, including…
Netflix has spent the last five years attempting to expand its chokehold on the film and television industry into the video game space, but it’s had limited success. Today, Game File reports that the streaming giant is receding from the gaming world a little more by closing two studios: Moonloot, which had yet to release a game, and Night School, known for its work on Oxenfree and Afterparty. Netflix is also cutting staff from its internal team, though it “declined to say how many jobs were being lost” when speaking to Game File.Moonloot is a Helsinki-based team, founded in September…
Google already made some pretty phones, and the new Pixel 11 Pro series just got even better-looking. Recent Pixel Pro models have been among the most premium Android phones I’ve spent time with, and a few minutes with the Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL told me Google is refining the formula even further. The Pixel 11 was a surprisingly compelling base flagship, and the Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL continue the strong first impressions. The phones are lighter, the camera visor is slimmer, the screens are brighter, and the smaller Pro finally gets faster…
Even though both Google and Samsung agree that a book-style foldable can replace your tablet while still retaining the best characteristics of a conventional flagship smartphone, they’ve built two very different machines to prove it. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold leans on Google’s software intelligence and a genuinely rare durability rating, while the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra leans on raw silicon, a 200MP camera, and Samsung’s most mature multitasking software yet. So, which one is better for you? Let’s figure it out in this detailed comparison between the two. Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8…
Looking at any premium smartphone lineup, it’s immediately clear that the love, care, and attention went towards the Pro or Ultra models. Base flagship models always have to hit a balance between being approachable and feeling premium. Apple’s iPhone 17 was a great example of this, while the Galaxy S26 was another solid option (despite its various flaws). Google, on the other hand, felt a little behind the competition with the Pixel 10. So during the short time with the Pixel 11, I expected that same reputation–and thankfully, the latest standard Pixel device is more competitive than ever before. It…
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is the latest game to grace the cover of Game Informer, and alongside my cover story, which subscribers can read right here, we’re highlighting many of the things we learned over the next couple of weeks. Already, our hub for the game is chock-full of exclusive features, interviews, and more, with videos on the way. One of my interviews while visiting Capcom’s HQ in Osaka, Japan, was with Way of the Sword animation team lead Hiroshi Yugen. We spoke about how the team crafted its own unique version of the historical Japanese samurai Miyamoto Musashi, among other topics. We also discussed Capcom’s…
The average workout doesn’t begin with your first rep anymore. It begins with the data you’ve already collected. Smartwatches track your sleep and heart rate, smart rings measure recovery, and some fitness enthusiasts even use continuous glucose monitors to better understand how their bodies respond to training and nutrition. Smart home gym equipment builds on that foundation, combining connected hardware with AI-powered coaching, adaptive resistance, and long-term progress tracking to turn health insights into smarter workouts. Smart fitness has also grown well beyond streaming workout classes. The latest machines can automatically adjust resistance as you get stronger, analyze your performance…
Wild Blue Skies is not shy about the video game experience it is trying to emulate. You are Bowie, an anthropomorphic dog in a spaceship making your way through a series of levels, most on rails, some taking place in small open areas, to defeat the evil Grimclaw, an anthropomorphic tiger with a giant cyborg head. Developer Chuhai Labs and Vitei Backroom Inc. are transparently presenting their take on Star Fox 64 – a noble and welcome endeavor – but many shortcomings prevent it from reaching the nostalgic heights of its inspirational arcade action game. Mechanically, controlling your ship feels okay,…
The digital world is currently witnessing an influx of synthetically created media. Art, video, even music and short-form movies are being generated by AI models. And while early AI-generated images were often easy to spot due to various (and often amusing) anatomical errors, the latest models are producing results that can more easily pass muster. This next step in AI development means that relying on one’s perception is no longer enough to separate literal fact from fiction. Taking a Layered Verification Approach Forensic experts generally take a strategic, multi-layered approach to getting at the truth. Instead of looking for a…