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Meta Quietly Added Facial Recognition to Its Smart Glasses
According to a report from Wired, Meta has been quietly installing facial recognition in its Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart glasses for the last few months. Internally called “NameTag”, the feature, if activated, will use AI to identify people captured by Ray-Ban Meta’s camera, alert the wearer when it recognizes someone, and store faceprints […]
Why It Matters What Theater You See ‘The Odyssey’ In
Christopher Nolan’s upcoming interpretation of The Odyssey is shaping up to be one of—if not the—biggest movie events of the year. Demand for tickets put such a strain on AMC Theaters’ network that the company had to put all customers in a queue just to access the site or app—even if they weren’t trying to […]
These Anker Earbuds Are Great for Workouts, and They’re on Sale for $40 Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Using regular earbuds for workouts can end in disaster—sweat can wreak havoc on non-waterproof models, they can shift out of place or even fall out during intense activity, and they often lack earhooks or […]
Yes, You Can Put Your Watch and Fitbit Air on the Same Band (but You May Not Want To)
We may earn a commission from links on this page. One advantage of an unobtrusive fitness tracker like the Fitbit Air is that you can wear it at the same time as another watch without looking like you’re wearing two watches. Some Fitbit Air owners have taken this to another level by combining the Fitbit […]
These DeWalt Cordless Tools Are Up to 60% Off Right Now at Lowe’s
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you have some big DIY projects to tackle, or you just want to be prepared to hang a shelf or fix a door hinge, you will need some tools. Getting a good quality […]
Now There’s a ‘Brainrot’ Monopoly Game
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Just in time for 6/7, game-maker Hasbro has announced the imminent release of a brainrot version of Monopoly. Dubbed “Brainrot Billionaire,” the game features properties with names like “Unc Place” and “Cooked Courtyard” in place of Boardwalk and Vermont Avenue, and “Slop” and “Chat” cards […]
Claude Is Currently Down
If you tried using Claude this morning, you probably ran into issues. Whether you were talking to the chatbot or using Claude Code for a project, you may have experienced interruptions or a complete lack of response. It’s not just you; Claude is currently down. This doesn’t appear to be an isolated event impacting a […]
‘Record Club,’ the Letterboxd for Music, Gets a Lot Right
Letterboxd has created a cozy online space for film lovers to get together—those who truly appreciate the art form, and who want to compile lists, aggregate ratings, and share their movie opinions with others. Its success has led to other similar platforms appearing in its slipstream, such as Binge. Record Club, which actually first opened […]
This Microphone-Free Sonos Speaker Is at Its Lowest Price Ever Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. As early Prime Day deals start appearing (you can find more in our guide to Prime Day 2026), the Sonos Era 100 SL has dropped to $169 on Amazon from its usual $189 price, […]
You Can Now Use iMessage on Windows (With Some Serious Limitations)
If you’re entirely within either the Apple or Windows/Android ecosystem, it’s pretty easy to sync your mobile and desktop experiences so you can get notifications, send messages, and access other content across devices. iOS and MacOS work seamlessly together, and Microsoft’s Phone Link pairs Android with Windows. Phone Link also works across platforms, so you […]
Apple May Have Just Killed the Vision Pro
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Pour one out for the Apple Vision Pro. According to industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has scrapped plans to release a new version of its VR/AR headset for the foreseeable future. Apple’s CEO-in-waiting, John Ternus, reportedly signed off on the company’s decision to focus only […]
‘The Odyssey’ Is Throwing AMC Theaters’ App and Site Into Chaos Today
If you tried to access AMC Theaters’ website or app this afternoon for any reason, you might have found yourself waiting in line. Maybe you’re still in line. Whether you’re trying to buy tickets, check on an existing reservation, or review future show times, AMC is forcing you to queue up. Why? Because of The […]
Check Your Spam Folder for This Google Settlement Notice
If you have (or had) a device equipped with Google Assistant, you may be eligible for some cash as part of a recent $68 million settlement—but you’ll need to check your spam folder to find the notice. As Android Authority reports, settlement notices are seemingly being filtered into spam folders, so many users who are […]
The Best Books, Movies, Video Games, and Podcasts to Check Out After Watching ‘For All Mankind’
We may earn a commission from links on this page. In a genre dominated by grim, dystopian visions of the future, For All Mankind is a powerful counterweight: an alternate history that imagines a timeline in which the Soviet Union beat America to the Moon, prolonging the space race and laying the foundation for a […]
I Upgraded From the Garmin Forerunner 165 to the 170, and Here’s How to Decide If You Should Too
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I love my Garmin Forerunner 165. So when Garmin announced its successor, the Forerunner 170, I had to find out: How much did Garmin really upgrade this model? After testing both and comparing them in-depth, here are my thoughts on which watch is actually a […]
