Google Search Adds Preferred Sources Help Docs
Several weeks after Google rolled out support for Preferred Sources globally, Google added official help documentation for site owners to use to help them understand what it is all about and how to encourage their readers to subscribe to your site as a preferred source.
Google Ads Tests Third-Party Endorsement Content On Search Ads
Google is testing showing third-party endorsement content on Search ads, a Google Ads spokesperson confirmed. This “third-party endorsement content” may include content from third-party websites under the ad description, including the site’s name, logo, and a short endorsement from that site.
How YouTube Is Fighting Back Against AI Slop
Science fiction and science leaders alike have warned us that artificial intelligence may one day take over the world, but until those predictions come to pass, generative AI’s biggest impact on my life has been overloading my social media feeds with slop. It seems I can’t open TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube without running smack into […]
Seven Products to Protect Your House From Snow and Ice Damage
We may earn a commission from links on this page. When the cold weather arrives, there’s a tendency among homeowners to focus on the interior—namely, our personal comfort and the utility bills. That’s perfectly sensible—no one wants to shiver in their own house, and no one wants to be slammed with an enormous utility bill, […]
This Garmin’s Battery Can Last 10 Days, and It’s $100 Off
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Garmin smartwatches have been gaining popularity in recent years for health-conscious and sports enthusiasts alike. Their Garmin Venu 3S, which was released in late 2023, is one of their premium watches that works great […]
You Can Now Start a Group Chat in Spotify’s DMs (for Some Reason)
If you and your friends have the same taste in music, you probably text each other what you’re listening to. I know when I stumble upon a new discovery I love—or even something I think is trash—I fire it off to the group chat to talk about it. Of course, I just forward the song […]
Google Just Updated These Android Theft Protection Features
Phones are valuable targets. If someone can steal your device, especially if they know how to break into it, they have access to a huge amount of your sensitive data. As such, good security features can mean the difference between losing that data, or protecting it entirely—even if your phone is long gone. Google has […]
Who Can Get a Piece of Google’s $135 Million Android Settlement
To avoid a court proceeding, Google has agreed to a $135 million class-action settlement over its data collection practices with Android. News of the settlement was first reported by Reuters. Upon approval by a judge, the settlement could see Android users in the U.S. getting up to $100 each, provided they qualify. The settlement was […]
Some of Sony’s Best Budget Earbuds Are Half Off 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 need a pair of basic, true wireless earbuds at a low price and don’t need features like noise cancellation, the Sony WF-C510 earbuds are worth considering. Known for their comfort and balanced […]
15 Shows Like ‘Euphoria’ You Should Watch Next
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Zendaya is busy. Euphoria, which she produces in addition to starring in, is finally set to return for its third season on April 12, four years after our last visit to East Highland, and nearly seven since it premiered. As frustrating as these between-season breaks […]
Bitcoin crashes to $84K, triggering $800M in crypto liquidations
Bitcoin fell below $85,000 and touched a low of $84,250. CoinGlass data shows total liquidations hit $804 million over the past 24 hours. The crash happened as gold fell from its peak above $5,500 on Thursday. Cryptocurrency markets saw a sharp risk-off move on Thursday, with Bitcoin sliding to a low of $84,250. The sell-off […]
Strava Finally Brought Route Navigation to the Apple Watch
Big news for runners with an Apple Watch: You can now follow Strava routes directly from your wrist. Route navigation on Strava-compatible watches isn’t exactly new technology—it’s just been inexplicably absent from Apple’s platform until now. In a Reddit post from Strava’s product team, the news was welcomed by runners, cyclists, and hikers who’ve long […]
This Pixel Bug Leaked Audio to Incoming Callers, and Google’s Fix Might Not Be Enough
A recent Google Pixel feature is reportedly turning on the microphone when it’s not supposed to, and Google’s finally acknowledged that there’s a bug. Reports started as early as last September and gained traction last week, and now, Google has removed the feature on some older phones. Called “Take a Message,” the buggy feature was […]
The Difference Between TikTok’s ‘Soft Cardio’ Trend and True Cardio
If you’ve been scrolling through your fitness algorithm lately, you might see content creators in their “soft cardio” era. This trend sounds a lot like last year’s “cozy cardio,” although the way I see it used is slightly different. Where “cozy” cardio is a little more about tricking yourself into working out by establishing a […]
This Phishing Scam Comes From a Real Microsoft Email Address
As scammers continue to find ways to impersonate known brands, users should remain wary of spam-like emails—even if they appear to come from a legitimate company address. Ars Technica has identified a scheme that abuses a Microsoft subscription feature to send phishing emails from no-reply-powerbi@microsoft.com, a real address that the company advises users to add […]
