How to add an intro to Apple CarPlay using Shortcuts
If you want your car to greet you every morning, the Shortcuts app can make it happen.
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Grand Theft Auto VI could take you more than 80 hours to finish
PSA to friends and family of GTA fans: You'll probably rarely see them from November 19 onwards.
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Stripe-led group is reportedly abandoning its PayPal acquisition
Stripe and buyout firm Advent are no longer pursuing their acquisition of PayPal as was reported earlier this month.
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X claims it found a Chinese bot farm posting anti-AI data center sentiments
X found a bot farm in its investigation of inauthentic Chinese accounts. Out of 200,000 bots, 200 allegedly focused on…
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Judge rules that the Pentagon's Anthropic ban was 'illegal and baseless'
'The empty invocation of national security is not a blank check to punish and retaliate against government critics.'
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Bluesky has a new setting to help you avoid accidentally going viral
The setting will prevent your posts from being recommended in the algorithmic "discover" feed.
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You won't be able to hot-wire every car in GTA 6
Stealing cars in GTA 6 will require different approaches depending on their make and model.
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The most popular Android phone brands rarely sold in the US
People in the US don't have much choice beyond Apple, Google, and Samsung phones. But there are so many more choices…
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GTA 6 'demo' delivers malware directly to your PC
Despite what some scam sites may try to tell you, Rockstar has not made any of GTA 6 available to play in advance.
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James Pond's creator is not happy with the series' allegedly AI-generated legacy collection
The developers don't have "a scrap of respect" for the series, according to Chris Sorrell.
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OpenAI, Google and dozens of other companies publish open letter calling for collective action on cyber defense
Dozens of companies came together to publish an open letter titled "A call for collective action on cyber defense."
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Guns, cars and chihuahuas: Breaking down the GTA 6 extended look
Let's break down what Netflix viewers got to see ahead of the YouTube crowd in excruciating detail.
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Ubisoft apologizes for accidentally selling Heroes of Might and Magic 3 without the actual game files
The Steam release was supposed to get fans excited for an upcoming remake.
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YouTubers can now include affiliate links to Amazon in their content
The retailer just finally joined YouTube Shopping's affiliate program.
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Meta is closing a loophole that allowed people to record with their smart glasses' light covered
It's the second update in less than two months to address privacy concerns.
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How to adjust the custom EQ settings for your AirPods in iOS 27
Everything you need to know about Apple's latest audio tool.
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IMAX or LieMax? How to tell the difference
The IMAX logo doesn't always tell you what kind of screen or projector you're getting.
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Legal experts say Meta's settlement puts YouTube, TikTok and Snap on notice
Meta's settlement could force its biggest competitors to reshape their apps.
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Samsung's wild new Odyssey lineup includes a 1,100Hz gaming monitor
Also shown off was the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs S25 FE: Why is the new model more expensive?
What are the differences between the two and is the $50 price hike all about RAM?
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Google brings trip-planning features to Search's AI Mode
Google AI Mode is getting a flight price tracker, hotel booking and a way to view the cost in miles or points.
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Speedo launches its own smart swim wearable
Speedo is offering up its own take on smart swimming goggles, but it won't offer feedback while you're in the water.
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X and the NFL have teamed up to launch a dedicated football feed
The NFL's long-standing partnership with Twitter (and now X) is continuing this season.
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Apple Upgrade vs. Verizon deals: which saves you the most money on an iPhone?
Verizon tempts new customers with "free" iPhone deals, but do you really save compared to Apple's own Upgrade program?
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Sony's Reon wearable air conditioner saved my sanity through multiple heatwaves
Sony's Reon Pocket Pro Plus looks like an alien is attached to your spine, but it works.
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The UK has legalized plug-in solar (but don't rush to buy a kit)
The UK has legalized plug-in solar, but experts warn you shouldn't just set it up without getting your home checked…
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Meta's latest teen safety commitments are US-only (for now)
The UK government now wants time limits for teens on Facebook and Instagram.
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Hugging Face and Pollen Robotics open pre-orders for the $399 Microduck
If you've ever wanted a robotic duck as a companion, now's your chance.
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Google deploys support for Encrypted Client Hello on Android 17
Encrypted Client Hello rolls out on Android 17 to make the web more secure.
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Photoshop's new 'Markup' feature lets you draw on images to show what you want
Photoshop is getting new image-generation features and Lightroom-like controls that users have wanted for a long time.
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Plaud made earbuds for people who want to record every meeting and call
The Plaud One is a different take on AI wearables.
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Alienware 39 5K review: The ultrawide gaming monitor sweet spot
Finally, a large ultrawide monitor with tons of vertical screen space.
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Google is releasing a special edition Pokémon Sleep Fitbit Air in September
You can get a special Fitbit Air with a sleeping Pikachu design next month.
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE looks like a perfectly cromulent budget flagship
The Galaxy S26 FE is basically a more affordable version of the S26+ with slightly reduced specs.
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What is Android System Intelligence and what happens if you turn it off?
You're probably using Android System Intelligence more than you realize -- especially if your phone is a Google Pixel.
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked August 2026: Live updates from the launch of the next S26
We're expecting to see the Galaxy S26 FE at today's Unpacked, but might there be any surprises?
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