Doxxing Jane Doe
AI summary Jane Doe, a Cornell student, faces online harassment after filing a rape lawsuit, with multiple women wrongly targeted and threatened on social media.
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ChatGPT is getting college planning tools
AI summary ChatGPT introduces a College Planner tool to help students track application and financial aid deadlines.
Xreal’s most affordable display glasses are $50 off
AI summary Xreal's A01 Plus display glasses are currently $254, $50 off, with a stylish design and replaceable shells.
Muse launches on the iPad
After launching nearly a month ago and spending several weeks as the top free app in Apple's App Store, the latest update to Meta's Muse iOS app introduces native support for the…
Google invests millions in Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to create a ‘virtual cell’
Google DeepMind, Meta, and AI drug discovery startup Isomorphic Labs are jointly investing $300 million into Biohub, the nonprofit biomedical research organization founded by…
New leaks provide our first look at Apple and LG’s smart home devices
Leaked renders shared on X appear to reveal several of Apple and LG’s new smart home devices. | Image: X Following a report from Bloomberg yesterday that Apple is collaborating…
Ring’s first smart lock can be charged by turning a dial when the battery unexpectedly dies
AI summary Ring's first smart lock can be charged by turning a dial when the battery dies, eliminating the need for physical keys.
My cats hate to see this great upright carpet cleaner coming
AI summary The article discusses the author's experience with Bissell's carpet cleaners, highlighting the ProHeat 2X's effectiveness for large cleaning jobs.
Amazon uses its tracking data to guess whether shoppers have a flat butt and no friends
Most people know that Amazon collects data about your shopping history to serve up personalized product recommendations. But what some of us didn't realize is that you can check…
Windows and Surface event: how to watch and what to expect
AI summary Microsoft will reveal new updates for Windows and Surface in a live event on October 7th, featuring discussions on local AI.
The Social Reckoning is a tepid thriller that reminds us of how we got here
AI summary The Social Reckoning is a thriller by Aaron Sorkin that explores Facebook's impact and the Facebook Files scandal.
Google’s Pixel Buds update will put them to sleep along with you
AI summary Google updates Pixel Buds 2A and Pro 2 with sleep detection, voice controls, and more.
AI could upend food delivery
AI summary AI could change the food delivery industry as established apps like DoorDash face competition from startups.
At $1,279, Google’s Xreal Aura will go head-to-head with Meta’s VR Glasses
AI summary Google's Xreal Aura XR glasses are priced at $1,279, competing with Meta's VR glasses.
Google now lets you make games with AI
AI summary Google launched Playground, a browser-based AI platform for creating custom games without coding.
The best October Prime Day deals from Apple, Sony, Google, and more
AI summary Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event continues, with many deals still available until October 8th. The Verge highlights top deals from Apple, Sony, Google, and more.
Samsung Wallet now unlocks some GM cars
AI summary Samsung Wallet now allows users to unlock and start select GM cars in the US and Canada.
Jaguar’s first EV looks just like its divisive concept car
AI summary Jaguar's Type 01 EV, similar to its divisive concept car, features a four-door design and powerful electric motors.
ChatGPT for Teens is an ‘unacceptable risk,’ says Common Sense Media
AI summary Common Sense Media calls ChatGPT for Teens an 'unacceptable risk' due to inadequate safety measures.
OpenAI drops another batch of mathematical breakthroughs
AI summary OpenAI released 722 manuscripts with solutions to hundreds of open math problems, causing debate in the mathematical community.
Xbox has secured exclusive GTA 6 streaming rights
AI summary Xbox has secured exclusive streaming rights for GTA 6, allowing only Xbox Cloud Gaming to stream the game at launch.
The best robot vacuum and mop deals during October Prime Day
AI summary The article highlights robot vacuum and mop deals during October Prime Day, featuring models from Roborock, Qrevo, and Dreame.
Apple and LG team up on new smart home gear, starting with a lock, doorbell, and thermostat
AI summary Apple and LG are collaborating on new smart home devices, including a lock, doorbell, and thermostat, with integration into Apple's smart home hub.
Sebastian Maniscalco’s SiriusXM channel is hurting up-and-coming talent, comics say
AI summary Comedians criticize Sebastian Maniscalco's SiriusXM channel for favoring established acts over emerging talent, replacing Raw Comedy.
Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y can be a backup battery for your house
AI summary Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y can act as backup batteries for homes with Powerwall 3, offering up to two days of power.
Google’s power-hungry data centers crave nuclear energy
AI summary Google signed a 20-year deal with Constellation to upgrade nuclear plants, aiming to boost electricity for its data centers.
Amazon’s last-gen Kindle Paperwhite is 30 percent off
AI summary Amazon is offering a 30% discount on the last-gen Kindle Paperwhite, with the Signature Edition now priced at $169.99.
Save on MacBooks, iPads and Apple Watches during October Prime Day
AI summary Amazon's October Big Deal Days feature discounts on Apple products like MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches, with some deals exclusive to Prime members.
Two mystery PlayStation products have leaked — one is might be a PlayStation Portal OLED
AI summary Two new PlayStation devices leaked, possibly updates to the PlayStation Portal, with model numbers suggesting improvements and running Android 15.
Alexa can’t control the aux input on Amazon Echo speakers anymore
AI summary Alexa can no longer control the 3.5mm aux input on older Amazon Echo devices, according to reports.