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What Is ‘Slopcore’?

The easy availability of powerful generative AI programs like ChatGPT, Gemini, and other image- and music-generation tools has given everyone the ability to instantly “create” any image, video, or song they can imagine. As the resulting flood of computer-made content washes up on shore, internet users and observers are calling it “slopcore.” Also known as […]

You Can Get This Waterproof, Portable Skullcandy Speaker on Sale for $33 Right Now

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve ever tried dragging a too-large speaker—or worse, relied on your phone’s tiny audio for sound projection—you should appreciate this sale on the Skullcandy Terrain Mini: It’s palm-sized, no-frills, and currently on sale […]

Watch Out for Fake Sora Apps

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source. There’s much to say about Sora, which is essentially OpenAI’s TikTok for AI slop. But putting my concerns aside for what appears to be a glorified deepfake […]

Are Brain Wearables the Future of Fitness Tracking?

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news. This week, neurotech startup Neurable launched its MW75 Neuro headphones with a pretty seductive pitch—one that I’m not quite buying. Just slip on this pair of headphones, […]

Peloton’s Exercise ‘Programs’ Are Surprisingly Specific (and Overlooked)

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news. When you log into the Peloton app, you probably get down to the business of finding a class, whether that means searching through the absurdly large library of single classes, […]

Garmin’s Run Coach Can Help You Train for a Marathon

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source. As someone who’s completed six marathons over six years, I approached Garmin’s marathon training plans with cautious optimism. After all, […]

You Can Now Play Netflix Games on Your TV

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source. You might not think of Netflix as a gaming company, but games are most certainly a part of their business. While the vast majority of us Netflix […]

15 of the Best Horror Movies Streaming on Shudder

It’s getting near Halloween, the perfect time to stream some horror movies. I dug up 15 of the scariest, weirdest, freakiest, and funniest flicks from horror-only streaming service Shudder. I’m leaving off the obvious choices like Psycho and Halloween—if you subscribe to Shudder, you’ve probably seen all the “classics” at least twice—to focus on movies […]

After a Week, I Am Enjoying Peloton’s New ‘Personalized Plan’ More Than I Thought I Would

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news. Last week, Peloton unveiled a fleet of new equipment and major software updates to go along with it. The updates immediately reflected on the Peloton app and the interfaces of […]

This Trend Is Making It Even Harder to Tell When a Video Is AI-Generated

Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source. It’s scary how realistic AI-generated videos are getting. What’s even scarier, however, is how accessible the tools to create these videos are. Using something like OpenAI’s Sora […]

This GoPro Hero13 Is Still Over 30% Off After Prime Day

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon Big Deal Days is over, but some deals are still active. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favorite sales on laptops, fitness tech, appliances, and more. Follow our live blog to stay up […]

This Google Pixel Tablet Is at Its Lowest Price Ever After Prime Day

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. October Prime Day is over, but some deals are still active. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favorite sales on laptops, fitness tech, appliances, and more. Follow our live blog to stay up to […]

The Best Last-Minute Bluetooth Speaker Deals to Get Before Prime Day Ends Tonight

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon Big Deal Days end tonight, Oct. 8, and until then, Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it’s over. Follow our live blog to stay […]

Apple’s Best iPad (for Most People) Is Still 20% Off Before Prime Day Ends Tonight

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon Big Deal Days end tonight, Oct. 8, and until then, Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it’s over. Follow our live blog to stay […]

The Best Workout Accessories Under $50 to Buy Before Prime Day Ends Tonight

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon Big Deal Days end tonight, Oct. 8, and until then, Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it’s over. Follow our live blog to stay […]