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May 1, 2025

Google Opens Up AI Mode to Everyone, Adds New Shopping Features

Google is rapidly expanding access to its AI Mode search feature. Just weeks after extending it to more users—and a month after initially offering it to paid subscribers—the company has now removed the waitlist entirely. Now, anyone in the U.S. who is 18 or older and signed into a personal Google account can enable AI

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May 1, 2025

Smarter AI Use Starts With You

Whether we embrace it or not, artificial intelligence is now a permanent fixture in our lives. You’ve likely come across both enthusiastic praise about AI’s revolutionary potential and deep concerns about its role in replacing human jobs. As with many things, the reality lies somewhere in between these extremes. AI, like any tool, is shaped

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May 1, 2025

NotebookLM: Enhanced Research and Content Creation with New Features

One of the standout features of NotebookLM is its ability to assist users by processing their uploaded materials, such as summarizing content, answering questions, or generating new material using the AI assistant. Previously supporting Google Docs, PDFs, and text files, the platform now allows users to upload Google Slides and web URLs. The addition of

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May 1, 2025

Windows App: Microsoft’s Cloud-Driven Vision for Operating Systems

Microsoft’s recent initiative aims to integrate Windows into this cloud-centric strategy with the introduction of a new application known as Windows App. Building on its extensive experience in cloud-based services, particularly with Xbox, Microsoft is now applying the same approach to its primary operating system. The preview version of the Windows App is currently available

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April 30, 2025

Microsoft Warns of Malware Campaign Linked to Pirated Streaming Sites

Microsoft has uncovered a malicious advertising campaign linked to two websites that provided unauthorized video streams, exposing thousands of users to malware. According to a report released on Thursday by Microsoft’s security team, the campaign affected nearly one million devices worldwide in an attempt to steal sensitive information. Investigations traced the malware infections to two

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April 30, 2025

Simple Home Network Security Tips for Everyone

Simple Home Network Security Tips for Everyon Even if you don’t consider yourself tech-savvy, there are important steps you can take to secure your home network. One essential practice is to change the default passwords on all internet-connected devices in your home—this includes not only your Wi-Fi router, but also smart TVs, printers, and other

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April 30, 2025

Google Introduces Screen Sharing and Live Video for Gemini Live

Google has unveiled new screen-sharing and live video features for Gemini Live, its response to ChatGPT’s voice mode. These updates allow users to share their screens with Gemini and receive real-time assistance based on what’s displayed. During a presentation at Mobile World Congress, Google demonstrated the “Share screen with Live” button within the Gemini mobile

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April 30, 2025

Using AI Keyboards to Enhance Your Writing on Mobile Devices

When drafting an email, text message, or document on your phone, finding the right words can sometimes be a challenge. While you could switch apps to get assistance from AI-powered tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT, there’s an easier way—using an AI-enhanced keyboard. Third-party keyboards such as Wordtune, Microsoft SwiftKey, and Grammarly incorporate artificial intelligence

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April 30, 2025

Enhance Your Virtual Meetings With AI-Powered Tools

Remote work has become a long-term reality, making video meetings a standard practice for many businesses. While back-to-back virtual meetings can be exhausting, artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer solutions to enhance productivity. These tools help you prepare for discussions, engage participants, and extract key takeaways effortlessly. After testing various AI-powered features, we’ve compiled a list

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April 30, 2025

6 Tips for Staying on Track with Your Repayments

Staying on top of financial commitments requires planning, discipline, and thoughtful decision-making. Unexpected expenses or changing circumstances can make it harder to manage ongoing obligations. Creating a structured approach ensures that payments remain consistent without unnecessary stress. Minor adjustments in spending habits can lead to long-term economic stability. Following these tips ensures long-term stability and

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April 29, 2025

OpenAI Responds to Criticism Over ChatGPT’s Overly Agreeable Personality

AI platforms like Google Gemini, ChatGPT, and others are evolving rapidly, receiving frequent updates to enhance their features and user experience. However, not all recent changes have been well received. OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, is now revisiting some updates after noticing they affected the assistant’s personality in a negative way. On Sunday, OpenAI CEO

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April 29, 2025

Google Teases Android 16 Features Ahead of I/O with Special Preview Show

You don’t need to wait for the main Google I/O keynote to get a glimpse of Android’s future. Google has announced a special online preview ahead of the event, aimed at highlighting the latest developments in Android. Titled The Android Show: I/O Edition, the pre-recorded webcast is scheduled to premiere at 10 a.m. PT on

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April 26, 2025

Amazon to Discontinue Chime Video Conferencing in 2026

Amazon has announced plans to end support for its Chime video conferencing software next year. The company stopped accepting new customers on February 19, but existing users can continue accessing its features—including Business Calling, meeting scheduling, and user management—until February 20, 2026. Additionally, Amazon will no longer use Chime for internal meetings. According to a

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April 26, 2025

Understanding the Dark Web: Risks, Safety, and How It Works

The dark web isn’t something you can stumble upon accidentally, and that’s probably for the best. It’s a hidden part of the internet where anonymity is key, often housing illegal activities, financial scams, phishing traps, and malware threats. Since it operates outside of traditional search engines, navigating it comes with significant risks—and little recourse if

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April 25, 2025

BleeqUp Ranger: AI-Powered Cycling Glasses Unveiled at MWC

The Mobile World Congress (MWC) always delivers surprises, and this year was no exception. Among the standout gadgets was the BleeqUp Ranger, a pair of AI-enhanced cycling glasses with a built-in camera. The company behind them claims they are the first AI-powered cycling camera glasses, and after trying them out, I found them impressively packed

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April 25, 2025

Samsung Galaxy A56 Hands-On: A Feature-Packed Mid-range Smartphone

Just ahead of Mobile World Congress, Samsung has unveiled several new Galaxy A-series smartphones aimed at the budget-friendly market. While the $299 Galaxy A26 and $399 Galaxy A36 were already introduced, the $499 Galaxy A56 made its first in-person appearance at the event. The A56 shares many similarities with its siblings, featuring a 6.7-inch display,

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April 24, 2025

WhatsApp Rolls Out New Privacy Tool to Limit Chat Sharing

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature designed to give users more control over the privacy of their conversations by restricting the ability to share chat content externally. The tool, named Advanced Chat Privacy, is now available in the latest update of the app. It can be activated in both individual and group chats by opening

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April 24, 2025

Google Gemini Still Trailing ChatGPT, Court Documents Reveal

Recently disclosed court documents reveal that Google’s Gemini AI still lags behind OpenAI’s ChatGPT in terms of user engagement. According to internal estimates from Google, Gemini reached 350 million monthly active users and around 35 million daily users as of March 2025. These figures were highlighted in materials submitted during a legal case and first

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April 24, 2025

Case Management Tools: Facilitating Compliance and Reporting in Human Services

In human services, a constant and growing demand exists for compliance and reporting. Agencies must adhere to a stringent set of directives, accomplish their duties in tight timeframes, and keep accurate records across an astounding number of client interactions.   When the right infrastructure is not in place, agency helpers can find themselves nearly drowning

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April 24, 2025

Is manual or automated grid trading the way to dominate financial markets in 2025?

Today’s markets are volatile and very difficult to predict. As a result, many traders try to employ strategies that do not require correct prediction of price movement directions. One such popular method is grid trading where traders profit from price movements regardless of direction. Grid trading can be implemented both manually and automatically. While some

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April 24, 2025

Great Customer Service: A Key to Business Success

Customer service is the quality and readily available support from a business and its employees to those who use or purchase its services. Customer service can help customers in making purchases, and can also be there to solve their problems online.   Customer service providers concentrate on the clients having satisfying experiences by meeting their

April 21, 2025

What is Game Writing? Defining and Role in Development

Modern video games increasingly rely on compelling narratives to craft immersive worlds and engaging player experiences. Game writing is the specialized discipline responsible for weaving these interactive stories, extending far beyond just dialogue. It involves the art and craft of seamlessly integrating narrative elements with gameplay mechanics, shaping the player’s journey through the virtual world.

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April 21, 2025

Development of the Gaming Industry in Australia and New Zealand

When people talk about Australia or New Zealand, some of the things that might come to mind are the beautiful landscapes they can see, relaxing by the ocean or hobbit villages. But there are other things that Australia and New Zealand have stood out for recently. This is their digital gaming industry. Both countries are

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April 18, 2025

Maximize Your Windows 11 Experience: Top Tips and Tricks

Windows 11 offers a range of new features and customizations to enhance user productivity and enjoyment. Below is a summary of the top tips to make the most out of your Windows 11 system. 📌 Taskbar and Start Menu Customization Realign the Start Button: Move the Start button back to the left corner through Taskbar