Using Zoom on a Mac? It may be secretly recording your audio
Mac users have noticed that Zoom is surreptitiously recording their audio. Despite the app seemingly issuing a fix, the problem apparently still persists......»»
Amazon’s best Fire TV Stick with HDR and Dolby Atmos is 51% off
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max, which supports content with 4K Ultra HD resolution, HDR, and Dolby Atmos audio, is on sale from Amazon for an affordable $27......»»
MacWhisper transcription app updated with major performance boost and more
MacWhisper has become of my must-have Mac apps since its debut back in February. The app uses OpenAI’s Whisper technology to transcribe audio files into text, right in a native app on your Mac. A new update to MacWhisper this week brings signif.....»»
How to share your screen on WhatsApp
WhatsApp now allows users to share their screen, so if you think that this is a feature you might use, then here’s how you can share your screen on WhatsApp. Apps such as Google Meet and Zoom allow users to share their screens with othe.....»»
DEAL: Grab the Sony WH-CH720N Headphones for up to 35% Off!
The Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale at Amazon right now. While Sony’s premiere flagship headphones like the WH-1000XM5 and XM4 are globally recognized for their impressive audio quality and noise-cancelling capabilities, the Jap.....»»
Using supernovae to study neutrinos" strange properties
In a new study, researchers have taken an important step toward understanding how exploding stars can help reveal how neutrinos, mysterious subatomic particles, secretly interact with themselves......»»
Week in review: 8 free cybersecurity docus, vulnerable Intel Core processors, Black Hat USA 2023
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Zoom CISO Michael Adams discusses cybersecurity threats, solutions, and the future In this Help Net Security interview, we delve into the world of c.....»»
Google Pixel 8 video leak reveals a new blue color and Audio Magic Eraser
A new promotional video for the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro has leaked out, and here's what it shows......»»
Elevate your artistic abilities at the free B&H Bild Expo at the Javits Center in New York City
Since 1973, B&H Photo has been committed to supporting audio and visual artistry. Join B&H Photo this year, for the very first time, as they host the BIld Expo to celebrate 50 years as a premier retailer supporting the art of creating photographs, vi.....»»
OnePlus Nord Buds 2 Review: When “Never Settle” Meets a Budget
Are OnePlus budget earbuds worth it? For a price of below a hundred bucks nowadays, you can get a wide range of different wireless audio products from a variety of brands and manufacturers. With that being said though, one compromise that c.....»»
Zoom updates terms of service to clarify that it won’t use your calls to train AI
Vague ToS previously implied that customer data could be used for AI training. Enlarge (credit: Zoom) Earlier this week, videoconferencing company Zoom made headlines for a recent terms of service update that implied tha.....»»
Zoom backpedals, says it will no longer use user content to train AI
Zoom's AI features were trained on user content, but the company has backpedaled following user backlash......»»
Sonos has been unable to fix Arc soundbars’ “pop of death” for over 2 years
It has told users to disable Dolby Atmos. Enlarge A loud popping noise that sounds like a bang or gunshot and then no audio at all has been the experience for numerous owners of the $900 Sonos Arc soundbar. But don't w.....»»
Twitter held in contempt, fined $350K over Trump data delay
Trump accused the DOJ of "secretly attacking" his Twitter account. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) Today, an unsealed court document revealed that, earlier this year, a federal judge held Twitter (now.....»»
WhatsApp’s latest update brings screen sharing to the app
In an announcement by Meta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg, the latest update to WhatsApp introduces the ability for screen sharing. Compared to other messenger platforms like Google Meet and Zoom, WhatsApp does feel a bit lacking. This isn’t t.....»»
Yes, Zoom can still train AI on your videos — here’s what you need to know
Zoom's AI features are trained on user data, raising privacy concerns. Here's how you're notified about recording and what options you have......»»
Banks fined $549M after senior execs found secretly texting on Signal, WhatsApp
Banks have been fined more than $2.5 billion for violating record-keeping laws. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Banks with employees covertly texting about official business on apps like Signal,.....»»
Zoom denies training AI on calls without consent
The company updates its terms of service after a backlash from worried users......»»
Apple issues third developer beta for AirPods firmware
Developers testing AirPods firmware version 6, which was introduced during WWDC with Adaptive Audio, can begin testing the third beta.New AirPods firmware betaApple's beta release cycle continues with a new firmware version for AirPods. While beta fi.....»»
Zoom orders workers back to the office
The company says staff living near offices should work in person at least twice a week......»»
How to use Spatial Audio when sharing audio in tvOS 17
Apple has upgraded the shared audio experience in tvOS 17 by adding Spatial Audio support. Here's how to get it set up.Spatial Audio can now be sharedBefore tvOS 17, if users shared audio between two devices like AirPods or select Beats by Dre models.....»»