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Apple Airtags Are Being Used by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency
The DEA used an AirTag to track a couple of packages that border agents suspected were on their way to an illegal narcotics manufacturer
ChatGPT Expands Capabilities with New Plugin Rollout
In an effort to continuously improve the user experience, ChatGPT is adopting an iterative deployment strategy by gradually introducing plugins. This approach allows the development team to study real-world usage, impact, and challenges related to safety and alignment, all of which are essential for achieving their mission--to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of...
Twitter Blue Now Available Globally on iOS, Android and the Web
Twitter Blue, the premium subscription service from Twitter, is now available globally, offering subscribers an enhanced and personalized experience on the platform. The service is accessible through the web, iOS, and Android, although not all features are available on every platform. At the price of $8 USD/month or $84 USD per year on the web,...
Sonos Move (Gen 2) Portable Speaker Coming in 2023, Says Report
After hearing about a Sonos Move 2 portable speaker back in February, we now have more details on what to possibly expect. Sonos is set to launch sales of its new Era 300 and Era 100 speakers, but now according to unnamed sources cited by The Verge, the audio giant is also working on the...
TikTok CEO Testifies Before Congress Amid Potential App Ban
The Biden administration has thrown its support behind a new bill that would give the Commerce Department the power to ban TikTok in the United States.
Snapchat Launches Augmented Reality Enterprise Services
With AR Enterprise Services (ARES), Snap is expanding its AR technology suite beyond Snapchat to transform how businesses engage with consumers.
New WhatsApp for Windows, Mac Brings Improved Calling, Faster Speeds
Meta is launching a new WhatsApp desktop app that loads faster and allows group video calls with up to eight people and audio calls with up to 32 people.
Audible Launches Dolby Atmos Collection for Immersive Storytelling
Dolby Laboratories and Amazon-owned Audible have announced the launch of Dolby Atmos on Audible, a collection of immersive, cinematic listening experiences featuring spatial sound. This collaboration announced today expands the possibilities of audio storytelling by showcasing the talents of actors, writers, directors, sound designers, and other creators across multiple genres, such as feature-length multi-cast productions,...
Chinese Company Releases Long-Distance Kissing Device for Smartphones
MUA, named after the sound people commonly make when blowing a kiss, also captures and replays sound and warms up slightly during kissing.
First Zellers Stores Now Open in Ontario and Alberta
Zellers stores are back from the dead, now available as smaller stores within Hudson’s Bay locations, with the first wave now open in Ontario and Alberta. Hudson’s Bay Company announced last August it was reviving the iconic Zellers brand that closed in 2013, bringing back the stores as pop-ups within its Hudson’s Bay retail locations....
Apple Supplier Arm to Hike Chip Prices by 2024: Report
Arm plans to start charging royalties for chip designs based on the value of the device they are intended for instead of the chip itself
Apple Reportedly Plans $1 Billion Investment in Theatrical Movie Releases
Apple is planning to invest $1 billion annually in producing movies for theatrical release, according to unnamed sources familiar with the company's plans, reports Bloomberg. This bold move aims to raise the iPhone maker's profile in Hollywood and attract more subscribers to its Apple TV+ streaming service. The tech giant has reportedly approached movie studios...