It has been a year since New York implemented a law that restricted most whole-apartment rentals for short-term stays on platforms like Airbnb. The outcome of this law has been a significant decrease in stays under 30 days in the city. However, Airbnb has raised concerns about whether the primary goals of the lawmakers, which
Video calls have become an essential part of our daily lives, especially for those who work with people in different time zones. The struggle to convey basic information like location, time, and weather during video calls can be quite real. This is where Boom, a Mac app developed by former Shopify employees Robleh Jama and
In the realm of generative AI tools, the landscape of data sourcing is undergoing a significant shift. Historically, these tools were trained on vast amounts of publicly available data gathered from the internet. However, as concerns around data privacy and intellectual property rights have heightened, sources of training data have started to restrict access and
Google recently announced the upcoming release of Android 15, along with making its source code available in advance of the consumer launch. This highly anticipated update will be available on supported Pixel devices in the coming weeks, with plans to expand to devices from various manufacturers in the near future. Some of the key features
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 refresh has taken the electric vehicle market by storm with its native Tesla-based charging port, known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS). This innovative feature sets it apart from other electric vehicles in the market, making it one of the first non-Tesla vehicles to incorporate this cutting-edge technology. Apart
Intel’s recent unveiling of the Lunar Lake mobile processors has sparked interest among tech enthusiasts, especially gamers. The highlight of these chips is the new Xe2 iGPU design that promises improved performance and consistency. With options like the Arc 140V GPU with eight Xe-cores and the Arc 130V GPU with seven Xe-cores, Intel is aiming
Instagram, the popular social media platform, has recently introduced a new feature that allows users to leave comments on Instagram Stories. This update provides a more public way for users to engage with each other, expanding beyond the previous method of sending private messages in response to Stories. Unlike the previous system where replies to
The introduction of Spotter’s AI-powered creative suite, Spotter Studio, raises concerns about the originality and creativity of content produced by YouTubers. While the tool claims to analyze billions of publicly available YouTube videos to draw inspiration from similar creators, the reliance on existing successful content may lead to issues of plagiarism. The practice of replicating
Snapchat has been facing a series of challenges in recent years, with CEO Evan Spiegel acknowledging the need for improvements in the platform’s accessibility and usability. Despite attempts to attract older users who find the app’s design confusing, Snapchat has not been successful in retaining these demographics. The company’s stock price has taken a hit,
Android has recently launched a series of updates aimed at enhancing accessibility for its users. One of the most notable features is the introduction of “TalkBack”, a screen reader designed to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision. Powered by Gemini Nano, Google’s large-language-model-based platform, TalkBack provides detailed audio descriptions of digital images.
At Intel’s Lunar Lake launch event, MSI unveiled the new MSI Claw 8, the second model of their handheld gaming PC. One of the most exciting features of the Claw 8 is its larger size, with improvements in both battery life and screen size. Sporting an 8-inch screen, the Claw 8 offers a more immersive
The latest announcement from Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel regarding the introduction of “Sponsored Snaps” has caused quite a stir within the Snapchat community. These ads will be strategically placed next to chat threads from friends, essentially blurring the lines between personal messages and sponsored content. Users will now have to navigate through these ads, which
Canva, the popular design platform, has recently announced a significant price increase for some of its customers. This sudden change has resulted in uproar among users, especially those who were on older pricing plans. The cost of a five-person plan for Canva Teams has skyrocketed from $119.99 per year to $500 per year in the
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is making waves in the virtual reality (VR) space with its latest development – the Puffin headset. This new affordable mixed reality headset is said to revolutionize the way we experience VR, bringing lightweight and ergonomic design to the forefront. The Puffin Headset Unlike its previously rumored high-end counterpart, the
Google is taking proactive steps to ensure that misinformation does not spread through its generative AI products ahead of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. With the rise of artificial intelligence technology, Google acknowledges the potential for mistakes and the negative impact misinformation can have on such crucial events. As a result, the tech giant is
In a recent decision that has sparked controversy and debate, the Supreme Court in Brazil has ordered an immediate suspension of the X platform across the country. This move comes after a prolonged legal battle between Elon Musk’s social media company and the Brazilian authorities over content moderation issues. The court’s decision has raised questions