Pixel Users Encounter Lock Screen Problems After Android 16 Update
If you own a Google Pixel and recently updated to Android 16, you may be experiencing frustrating lock screen issues. Users report that their lock screens are lagging, freezing, or…
New TikTok App Set to Launch Following Sale, Replacing ByteDance Version
A new TikTok app is set to debut in the United States, but this won’t be another product from ByteDance. Instead, the next version of TikTok in the U.S. will…
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Leak Reveals Faster, Thinner Foldable Set for This Week
A recent hands-on video has surfaced showcasing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, giving an early look at the South Korean tech giant’s latest foldable smartphone. Early Impressions and Design…
‘Improved’ Grok Criticizes Democrats and Hollywood’s Jewish Executives
On Friday morning, Elon Musk tweeted, “We have improved @Grok significantly. You should notice a difference when you ask Grok questions.” Though he did not specify what changes users might…
X Blocks Reuters Accounts in India
The main Reuters news account and the Reuters World account were inaccessible to users in India on Saturday evening. Access was restored on Sunday. Indian users trying to access the…
ChatGPT Used by Phishing Scammers to Steal Banking Logins
Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT have already been used for various questionable activities—ranging from political propaganda and cheating on academic work to generating images for scam campaigns. Now, researchers…
Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Supports VRR, but Feature Is Not Functioning Properly
New tests have revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 dock supports variable refresh rate (VRR) technology, despite initial claims from Nintendo that it did not. However, oddly, this feature is…
EU Affirms Commitment to Roll Out AI Legislation on Schedule
The European Union has affirmed it will stick to its timeline for implementing its landmark AI legislation despite a coordinated push by over a hundred technology companies seeking to delay…
Threads’ DMs Receive Mixed Reactions from Users
Earlier this week, Instagram’s Threads introduced its most-requested feature yet: direct messages (DMs). However, the rollout has sparked backlash, especially from women users, who are calling for an option to…
Google Introduces Customizable Gemini Chatbots Across Docs, Drive, Gmail, and Sheets
Google is making its customizable Gemini chatbots, known as Gems, directly accessible within the side panels of Google Docs, Drive, Gmail, Sheets, and Slides. Previously, these AI assistants were only…
iPhones with iOS 26 Freeze FaceTime Calls Upon Detecting Nudity
Apple’s upcoming iOS 26 update is testing a new FaceTime feature that automatically pauses video calls when nudity is detected. The feature, spotted in the iOS 26 developer preview, displays…
Australia to Introduce Age Verification for Search Engines
Starting late 2025, Australians will need to verify their age when using major search engines like Google and Microsoft while logged into their accounts. This new requirement aims to align…
AI Voice Startup ElevenLabs Accelerates Global Expansion Ahead of IPO
ElevenLabs, a London-based startup focused on AI-generated synthetic voices, plans to become IPO-ready within five years as it aims for rapid international expansion. Expanding Global Footprint “We expect to build…
Apple Reportedly Delays ‘iPad Fold’ Launch, Puts Production on Hold
Apple’s highly anticipated foldable device, often referred to as the “iPad Fold,” has reportedly seen a pause in production. Recent reports indicate the device is not expected to launch soon…
Amazon Freevee to Shut Down in August as Focus Shifts to Prime Video
Amazon’s ad-supported streaming service, Freevee, will officially shut down next month. The company has given users until August to enjoy the platform’s offerings before it completely goes offline. Freevee has…
Meta Users Report Paid Verified Support Ineffective Amid Mass Bans
When Meta launched its paid verification service, Meta Verified, in 2023, the company promised subscribers direct access to customer support. However, amid a wave of mass bans affecting Facebook and…
TikTok Overrun with Racist Videos Created Using Google’s Veo 3 Despite Content Controls
In recent weeks, TikTok has seen a troubling increase in racist and disrespectful videos. Many of these posts have been identified as AI-generated, reportedly created using Google’s newly launched Veo…
Elon Musk’s X Experiences Outage Affecting Some Users
Elon Musk’s social media platform X experienced an outage on Wednesday, causing some users to be unable to access the site. User Reports and Resolution Timeline More than 15,000 users…
X Prepares to Introduce AI-Powered Fact-Checking for Posts
Unsure if the video or post you just saw on X (formerly Twitter) is real or AI-generated? X is rolling out a new pilot program that uses AI chatbots to…
Tinder Implements Mandatory Facial Recognition to Combat Bots
Dating app scams, often carried out by impersonators using stolen or AI-generated photos, have become an embarrassing and costly issue. To tackle this, Tinder is introducing mandatory facial recognition checks…