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Meta Platforms Fail to Stop 'Extraordinary Amounts' of Anti-Trans Hate

Facebook, Instagram, and Threads all do a poor job of policing anti-trans hate, according to a new report from nonprofit advocacy group GLAAD.

By Joe Hindy

Apple Sues Former Employee for Using Leaks to Try and 'Kill' Products He Disliked

Apple says Andrew Aude was caught leaking the information to journalists on his company-issued iPhone. 'Can't wait for chaos to break out,' he wrote at one point.

By Michael Kan

Next-Gen Porsche PHEVs Expected to Get Significant All-Electric Range Bump

Porsche says the EPA will likely certify the new Cayenne and Panamera plug-in hybrids at ~33 electric-only miles, up from 20, though Porsche has a history of advertising conservative numbers.

By Emily Dreibelbis

White House Calls on All Federal Agencies to Appoint 'Chief AI Officers'

Government agencies must also publish a list of AI tools they use online, says VP Kamala Harris.

By Joe Hindy

Oregon Governor Signs Strongest Right-to-Repair Bill Yet, Banning 'Parts Pairing'

The new law, which Apple opposed, prevents manufacturers from using software to block the use of third-party components during a repair.

By Michael Kan

Google Reverses Course, Brings Gemini Nano AI to Pixel 8

Google overcomes mysterious 'hardware limitations' to bring a developer preview of the smartphone-focused AI program to the Pixel 8, after previously limiting it to the Pixel 8 Pro.

By Michael Kan

FCC Lets SpaceX Expand Testing of Cellular Starlink for Phones

The experimental authorization means SpaceX can test its cellular Starlink system statewide in California, Texas, and Hawaii.

By Michael Kan

Sony Camera Updates Make It Easier to Track Photo Manipulation

Sony's a1, a7 IV, a7S III, and a9 III cameras get C2PA content authentication, an open standard geared toward photojournalists, artists, and serious hobbyists.

By Jim Fisher

Eufy S1 Pro Robo-Mop Cleans Itself As It Works

The robot vacuum and mop hybrid takes a unique approach to scrubbing stains and has an impressive list of vacuum features as well.

By Andrew Gebhart

Sweepstakes: Rate Your Work VoIP Phone System to WIN

If you've got VoIP for your office, we want to know all about it. Share your opinion and you could win $250.

Ricoh GR III and IIIx HDF Snap Soft, Dreamy Pictures

The HDF editions of Ricoh's premium compacts introduce a soft-focus diffusion filter to the line, but drop ND support to get there.

By Jim Fisher

Missouri AG Jumps In to Defend X Over Report That Sparked Advertiser Exodus

Missouri's AG sues Media Matters for soliciting donations 'under false pretenses to target X.' Media Matters says Elon Musk is enlisting Republican AGs to initiate meritless investigations.

By Joe Hindy

Twitch to Ban Content That Focuses on 'Intimate Body Parts' for Too Long

Some streamers have been taking advantage of Twitch's rules to post steamy content.

By Michael Kan

Elon Musk to Open Grok AI to Cheaper X Premium Tier

The AI-powered chatbot is currently only available via the most expensive Premium+, but that changes later this week, according to Musk.

By Joe Hindy

A Third of Americans Have Never Heard of ChatGPT

Use among younger US adults has ticked up 10 percentage points since July, according to Pew Research, though 34% of respondents said they've 'heard nothing at all about ChatGPT.'

By Michael Kan

New Twist on Phishing Attack Targets Apple Users With Password Resets

Hackers are abusing Apple's password-reset function to bombard victims' iPhones with notifications. They then call the victim, pretending to be Apple support.

By Michael Kan

In Latest Streaming Merger, Hulu Content Now Available on Disney+ App

Disney+ now offers Hulu content, but only if you have the correct subscription. The standalone Hulu app will remain for those who don't want Disney.

By Josh Hendrickson

Polestar 4 Swaps the Back Window for a Screen, Starts at $54,900

A high-definition camera feed replaces clear glass in the back, as well as the rearview mirror, in the boutique brand's third EV, which is set to go on order in April for late-2024 deliveries.

By Emily Dreibelbis

FCC Pushes Back on SpaceX's Request for More Starlink Spectrum

The FCC is forcing SpaceX to go through a formal rulemaking process to gain access to more radio spectrum for its cellular Starlink service.

By Michael Kan

2025 Hyundai Tucson SUV Comes in Gas, Hybrid, and Plug-In Hybrid Versions

A 'cabin glow-up' brings new tech like biometric start, USB-C charge ports, Baby Mode, and a 12-inch color head-up display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration.

By Emily Dreibelbis