Meta shuts down Workplace, its Slack rival that never really took off
Meta is sunsetting its online communication app and telling users to move to a Zoom-operated platform by August 2025......»»
This KIWI design Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessory adds 2.5 hours to your playtime
This KIWI Design strap is a Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessory that extends playtime thanks to a built-in battery. Neat, right? It's on sale......»»
A rising tide of e-waste, made worse by AI, threatens health, the environment and the economy
Our growing reliance on technology at home and in the workplace has raised the profile of e-waste. This consists of discarded electrical devices including laptops, smartphones, televisions, computer servers, washing machines, medical equipment, games.....»»
Spoil your ears with this Black Friday deal on KEF’s LS50 Meta speakers
Audiophiles waiting for KEF to put its best bookshelf speakers on sale need wait no more. The British company's primo LS50 Meta speakers are going for a song......»»
Study of coping strategies shows anti-bullying support within organizations empowers victims to take action
Victims of workplace bullying whose organizations are supportive are less likely to seek help from a trade union or a court of law, a new study finds......»»
When club teammates become World Cup rivals: Research reveals hidden tension when coworkers compete
In today's interconnected professional world, employees often have affiliations outside their primary workplace. This phenomenon can be harmless—or even beneficial—until two employees find themselves representing rival entities......»»
Drake makes wild claim that Apple was paid to ‘purposely misdirect’ Siri requests toward rival Kendrick Lamar’s song
Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud appears to have no end in sight, and now Apple is unwittingly getting pulled into the complicated affair thanks to a possible Siri malfunction and Apple Music. more….....»»
Drake ropes Siri into his feud with rival Kendrick Lamar, for some reason
Drake has started a beef with Apple, claiming that Siri has been bribed to play Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us", even when you ask for "Certified Lover Boy."Cover of Drake's "Certified Lover Boy" album — which Siri allegedly hides from you — image.....»»
Threads testing option to let users choose which feed they want to see by default
As we reported last week, Threads has begun to globally roll out Custom Feeds based on specific topics. And Meta seems to be really listening to users recently, as the company is now testing an option to let users set which feed they want to see by d.....»»
ChatGPT prototypes its next strike against Google Search: browsers
OpenAI could be testing a new ChatGPT-based product to rival Google's most popular web services......»»
Amazon pours another $4B into Anthropic, OpenAI’s biggest rival
Amazon has now committed $8 billion to AI startup that makes a key ChatGPT competitor. On Friday, Anthropic announced that Amazon has increased its investment in the AI startup by.....»»
DirecTV announces termination of deal to buy Dish satellite business
DirecTV says it's ending deal after Dish debt holders refused to accept loss. DirecTV is pulling out of an agreement to buy its satellite rival Dish after bondholders objected to.....»»
EU drops four-year Apple audiobook probe after complaint is withdrawn
The European Union has announced that it has ceased its investigation into how Apple treats rival audiobook developers on the App Store, saying the original complainant has withdrawn.Apple BooksThe EU's probe began in 2020, alongside other antitrust.....»»
Threads now rolling out Custom Feeds in its mobile app globally
Earlier this year, Threads began experimenting with Custom Feeds as a way to let users better personalize their experience on the platform by seeing only specific content they want. A few months later, Meta is finally rolling out Custom Feeds globall.....»»
Messenger adds Siri integration, AI video backgrounds, and yes, voicemail
There’s a pretty cool update for Messenger out today. Meta has introduced phone and video calling voicemail, similar to FaceTime. The Facebook calling service is also adding AI video backgrounds and integrating Siri. more….....»»
Allyship efforts can face pushback in the workplace—here"s why it happens and what leaders can do about it
When leaders visibly champion diversity and equality in the workplace, they send a clear message that such values are not only encouraged, but integral to their organization's culture. Allyship can significantly improve workplace experiences for marg.....»»
Instagram will finally let you reset algorithm recommendations
One of the best features yet is about to hit Instagram as a test. According to a Meta newsroom post, the social media platform has … The post Instagram will finally let you reset algorithm recommendations appeared first on BGR. One o.....»»
Are your Instagram recommendations a mess? You can now start from scratch
One of the biggest problems with social media is that our feeds are full of things the algorithms think we want to see, rather than what we actually want to see. If your Instagram recommendations seem increasingly removed from your interests, Meta.....»»
Meta thinks its Orion augmented reality glasses can be the AirPods of AR
It was back in September when Meta first revealed an early prototype of its Orion AR glasses, and while they are a long way from becoming an actual product you can buy, the company does believe it can achieve this. Indeed, Meta’s wearables chief.....»»
Explicit deepfake scandal shuts down Pennsylvania school
Parents test if school leaders can be prosecuted over failure to report AI nudes. An AI-generated nude photo scandal has shut down a Pennsylvania private school. On Monday, classe.....»»
Leaked Samsung smart glasses specs point to Ray-Ban Meta competitor
Samsung's 'Galaxy Glasses' could be part of a larger wave of wearables......»»