Opera’s WebAI preview lets websites and extensions use AI models running locally on supported computers, avoiding cloud processing and separate subscriptions while leaving access under the user’s control through site-specific permissions.

Google Play Games Sidekick can now save the previous 30 seconds of Android gameplay, borrowing a familiar Nintendo Switch trick without requiring players to record an entire session ahead of time.

Dimensional advertised $20-an-hour robot dog walkers who might need to carry the machines home. Its software and Anthropic's research show how much human help useful AI-powered robots can still require.

Samsung faces a $15.1 million fine over gaming claims tied to the Galaxy S21 and S22, reviving a four-year throttling controversy that lawsuits had seemingly put to rest without consumer damages.

A new iPhone 18e leak points to a 2nm A20 chip and a possible 24MP selfie camera, but buyers hoping for smoother scrolling could face another year with a 60Hz display.

Grok Imagine’s first Odyssey episode can conjure ancient landscapes, but its interchangeable faces and robotic performances expose what AI filmmaking still can’t fake.

OnePlus’s new Buds Clip can automatically recognize which ear they’re on and route stereo audio accordingly, backed by dual drivers, Dynaudio tuning, and up to 40 hours of battery life.

Two iPhone Duo teardowns point to different hinge problems behind early screen failures, but neither confirms the cause. Owners should stop folding the phone if its hinge suddenly tightens or makes unusual sounds.

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WhatsApp now lets guests join encrypted calls without an account, with support for up to 32 people and no time limit. Hosts still need accounts, and guests join through a computer browser.

Google AI Plus subscribers are losing manual Pro model selection. A shared email gives a November 13 cutoff, while retaining that choice means moving to a subscription that costs roughly four times as much.

Henry Yuan’s open-source project uses a roughly $7 board to let AI navigate an iPhone without jailbreaking it, though model access and setup requirements make it more involved than the price suggests.

YouTube Music is rolling out player labels for songs made primarily with generative AI. Listeners can tap for details, while an expansion to the main YouTube app is planned without a confirmed date.

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INIU’s new Rugged 10000 power bank combines 45W charging with IP67 protection for outdoor use. The $54.99 battery weighs roughly 196g and includes a built-in light, plus a five-year warranty.

Microsoft is bringing Office editing into Copilot Notebooks, letting preview users revise documents alongside project references. The update also adds collaborative reports, while scheduled tasks are expected in the coming weeks.

PS5SX2’s new disc autoplay beta lets a jailbroken PS5 copy and launch physical PS2 games. It gives old collections another use, though setup requirements and limited testing keep this firmly in enthusiast territory.

Brandon Thomas used AI to build seven free Adobe alternatives. We examine ArtCraft’s promises, documented limitations, and the business funding development.

Patients who picked their own music reported less pain after an IV insertion in a 204-person study. The tested relaxation music didn’t help, while Mozart’s benefits were limited to patients with preexisting pain.

An Iran-based influence campaign used ChatGPT to generate articles, tailor them for specific outlets, and create pitches that helped around 100 pieces reach real publications.

Google’s AISeal puts personal Android AI data in a hardware-isolated vault. Protected storage is rolling out first, while running models and autonomous agents inside remains a future step without a launch date.

ChatGPT has put real New Yorker cartoonists’ signatures on AI-generated cartoons. The artists didn’t draw them, and OpenAI’s image verification tool can’t tell readers whether a signature names the actual creator.

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These five Amazon coffee deals include a $59.48 Keurig, a $99 Nespresso, and De’Longhi espresso machines discounted by up to $300.

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iFixit gave the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 low repairability scores. The Series 12 adds useful internal changes, but replacing a battery still requires getting past a delicate display.

Razer’s $99.99 Mako X speakers pack bass radiators and RGB into a compact stereo setup without a separate subwoofer. They’re available now, though maximum output requires an additional USB-C power adapter.

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Four Amazon Prime deals cover compact camping power, everyday backup, and an EcoFlow bundle with a solar panel included.

Five Amazon watch deals from Apple, Samsung, and Garmin cover everyday tracking, running, and outdoor adventures, starting at $199.

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Five soundbar deals from Amazon, Sony, LG, Yamaha, and Bose cover everything from a simple TV upgrade to rear-speaker surround sound.

Four Amazon phone deals span affordable Motorolas, the distinctive Nothing Phone (3), and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8.

Four Amazon smartwatch deals cover Samsung, Garmin, and Apple, with prices starting at $159 ahead of October Prime Day.

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