Google Search’s “udm=14” trick lets you kill AI search for good
The power of URL parameters lets you unofficially turn off Google's AI Overview. Enlarge / The now normal "AI" results versus the old school "Web" results. (credit: Ron Amadeo / Google) If you're tired of Google's AI Ove.....»»
iOS and iPadOS 18 add the option to format external drives
The beta's Files app lets you format external drives in APFS, exFat, and FAT. Enlarge / The 2024 iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has added the ability to format external drives in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, the major so.....»»
Used EV prices are falling quicker than those of gas cars, and that’s good
Used EV prices are dropping, and quick. That, however, isn't necessarily indicative of their quality. And ultimately, it's probably a good thing......»»
Apple Intelligence goes against the entire Apple ethos — in a good way
Apple's walled garden is getting upended by its more open approach to AI partnerships......»»
iOS 18 adds a much-needed new feature for Apple Maps search
Hidden in iOS 18 is much-needed, long-requested update to Apple Maps. There’s finally a “Search here” button that makes it far easier to find what you’re looking for in places that aren’t your current location. more….....»»
Is having a pet good for you? The fuzzy science of pet ownership
It turns out the pet care industry has funded a lot of studies. Enlarge (credit: Azaliya via Getty) For more than a decade, in blog posts and scientific papers and public talks, the psychologist Hal Herzog has questioned.....»»
This $200 smartphone looks like a shockingly good deal
The Honor Play 60 Plus is a new budget-friendly phone only available in China. It offers mostly impressive specs and is priced at just $200. Here's a look......»»
Do protons decay? The answer might be on the moon
Does proton decay exist and how do we search for it? This is what a recently submitted study to the arXiv preprint server hopes to address as a team of international researchers investigate a concept of using samples from the moon to search for evide.....»»
I thought Motorola’s new $550 Android phone would be great. I was wrong
The new Motorola Edge (2024) promises to deliver flagship-level specs and features at a reasonable $550 price. But is it any good? I reviewed it and found out......»»
Google is bringing AI to the classroom — in a big way
The company plans to integrate its Gemini AI into the Workspace for Education software suite......»»
Why Apple Intelligence won’t run on older iPhones, or Vision Pro
When asked why Apple Intelligence won’t be available on older iPhones, the company has so far said that the chips simply weren’t sufficiently powerful to provide a good experience. Responses would take too long on older chips. But many have sa.....»»
iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad; three options offered
Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. This brings the device closer in line with the M.....»»
Fish kill reported in Biscayne Bay: Waterkeeper blames it on heavy rain
If you're in some spots in Biscayne Bay during the weekend, you might be greeted with an unpleasant sight: dead fish floating on the surface......»»
NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Monday, June 24
Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help for you here......»»
How to improve battery life on a PS5 controller
There's a good chance your PlayStation 5's DualSense controller doesn't have a stellar battery life. Here's how you can improve your play time on each charge......»»
NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Sunday, June 23
Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help for you here......»»
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses just got three times as good
If a mere 60 seconds of video recording just isn't enough, the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now let you capture up to 3 minutes of content at a time......»»
Torrential rains kill 27 across Central America
Torrential rains across Central America have left at least 27 dead in landslides and flooding over the past week, mainly in El Salvador, but also in Guatemala and Honduras, officials said Friday......»»
NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Saturday, June 22
Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help for you here......»»
How does heat kill? It confuses your brain. It shuts down your organs. It overworks your heart.
As temperatures and humidity soar outside, what's happening inside the human body can become a life-or-death battle decided by just a few degrees......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (June 21-23)
Need some good films to watch on Netflix this weekend? Then stream these underrated movies with Robert Downey Jr., Maggie Smith, Sarah Jessica Parker, and more......»»