Tesla has issued a recall for all 3,878 Cybertrucks shipped so far due to a critical issue where the accelerator pedal can get stuck, increasing the risk of accidents. This recall was announced following reports and an official notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This action marks …
Read More »The Conundrum of Social Media Algorithms: Are They Killing Engagement?
Social media was born from a simple promise: to connect people with each other and with the content they love. However, as these platforms have evolved, this promise has become muddied by algorithms that dictate not just what we see, but also whom we see it from. This selective visibility …
Read More »Apple’s iCar Pushed Back To 2028, Likely Won’t Be Fully Self-Driving
If you’re looking to take a joyride in Apple’s iCar, you’ll have to wait a few more years. Apple Inc. has been stirring up excitement about the iCar since announcing the electric vehicle in 2014. The EV was supposed to be a Level 5 autonomous system, which means the car …
Read More »Snapchat Offers New Safety Feature That Allows Parents To Disable The “My AI” Chatbot
Parents will now have the choice to prevent their teenagers from engaging with the “My AI” chatbot on Snapchat. In response to concerns regarding the tool’s safety for young individuals, the update entails that if parents decide to turn off the feature, teenagers can still send messages to My AI. …
Read More »Apple Warns of Fake Browser Updates Targeting Users To Steal Money and Passwords
Tech experts have discovered a fake browser update aimed at Apple computers that introduces malware to steal passwords and financial information. According to Bleeping Computer, The “ClearFake” scam, initially impacting Windows systems since July, has expanded to target Mac users. Earlier this month, cyber threat expert Ankit Anubhav warned, “The #Clearfake campaign which is abusing binance blockchain is not limited …
Read More »Doritos Announces ‘Crunch Cancellation’ Technology to Assist Gamers In Minimizing Crunching Noise While Gaming
Doritos has introduced “Doritos Silent” technology to eliminate the loud crunching sounds while gaming. The technology is aimed at assisting gamers in minimizing crunching noise. The technology, available through Doritos Crunch Cancellation software, identifies and mutes crunching sounds while preserving the gamer’s voice. According to reports, 30% of U.S. gamers …
Read More »Instagram Testing New Feature To Disable Read Receipts In The DM
Instagram will now allow users to turn off read receipts in the DM. Anyone who doesn’t want their admirers to know they actually see their messages can soon turn off their read notifications. Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg and Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri announced this week that the feature is in …
Read More »Meta Sued For Adding Features to Instagram and Facebook That Are Addicting To Teens & Children
Meta is being sued across 41 states for allegedly incorporating features that make young children addicted to its apps. Meta, the parent company of Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, is being sued in a joint suit across 33 states. At the same time, the remaining eight states and the District of …
Read More »Instagram Now Testing A Verified Only Feed To Draw In More Subscribers
In another case of Instagram doing things no one asked for, the company will begin testing a feed that allows users only to view people or brands with a blue check. The new interface will show Meta Verified users, meaning those who paid the subscription fee for their blue check, …
Read More »Elon Musk Announces New Twitter Subscription Tiers
Elon Musk has announced two tiers of his subscription service days after announcing the company was testing a $1 annual fee. On Friday, the Tesla founder shared a tweet outlining the additional costs headed to the app. “Two new tiers of X Premium subscriptions launching soon. One is lower cost …
Read More »John Legend Takes on Yelp With the Launch of His ‘It’s Good’ Food and Travel App
John Legend has entered into the tech industry with a new food and travel app, It’s Good and it’s currently in beta as an invite-only platform. According to The Wall Street Journal, the app is “a more curated and personal recommendation engine than existing platforms such as Yelp and Google …
Read More »Elon Musk Rolling Out $1 Annual Fee For New Twitter Users
Elon Musk is standing by his mission to begin charging new Twitter users. This week, it was announced that the platform will soon start charging $1 annually for those who enjoy tweeting. The payment system is still in its testing phase and will first roll out in New Zealand and …
Read More »Netflix Is Raising Its Prices Again In The Upcoming Months
Netflix users will soon dish out more money for their monthly subscriptions. On Tuesday, the Wall Street Journal revealed that the streamer is planning to roll out the price increase in the upcoming months. The new prices will be unveiled as performers return to work once the actor strikes end, …
Read More »TikTok Reportedly Considering an Ad-Free Option for $4.99 a Month
TikTok users may soon be paying a monthly fee to enjoy the app ad-free. Android Authority was the first to unveil this new paid level. In the test, which doesn’t seem to be visible to all users, there is a “Standard” and an “Ad-free” option. Those opting for the “Standard” …
Read More »Elon Musk Says All X/Twitter Users Will Soon Have to Pay to be on Platform
Twitter will soon be charging a monthly fee for all users, no matter their verification status. Elon Musk confirmed the news during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which he livestreamed for his followers. During the chat, the Tesla founder shared his plans to completely transition Twitter, also …
Read More »Apple Reveals iPhone 15 Pro With New Material and USB-C Charger [Video]
Apple has unveiled its new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The device has some cool new features, one being that it’s made from titanium. The new iPhone will rely on a host of new manufacturing processes, while its unique material and design make it the lightest Pro phone …
Read More »Google Flights Will Now Show Buyers The Best Times Of Year To Book Flights
Google will now help travelers fly for cheap with their new feature that finds the best times to book flights. On Monday, Google Flights announced new insights that will depend on “reliable trend data” to let travelers know the best time of year to book certain destinations. It is a …
Read More »Los Angeles Approves Elon Musk’s Tesla Drive-In Theater & Diner
Elon Musk is ready to take over movie nights everywhere by branching out into the diner and drive-in theater realm. This week, it was revealed that Tesla is planning to open a 1950s-style diner and drive-in theater in Los Angeles. The project seems to officially be in development, with the …
Read More »Twitter, AKA X, Could Leave App Stores If Elon Musk Removes Block Button
Elon Musk made an eyebrow-raising announcement this week on his app that he was eliminating the block button. “Block is going to be deleted as a ‘feature,’ except for DMs,” Musk shared on Friday. He explained that the feature “makes no sense.” Instead, he wants to strengthen the mute feature …
Read More »iPhone Owners Will Soon Begin Getting Payments For Apple Slowing Down Devices
iPhone owners who suffered through slow phones when the company updated software may soon have a check coming. Millions of Apple users with older iPhones can relate to having their phones comes to a crawl or overheat when new iOS updates come along. A lengthy court battle has concluded that …
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