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Samsung's Galaxy AI is mostly stuff we're used to by now, like AI-assisted live translation and writing help. One of Galaxy AI's more novel features, "sketch to image," lets you insert realistic AI-generated objects into existing photos by sketching over top of them. It's a fun enough gimmick, but it doesn't take many repetitions for putting AI-generated hats on people to lose its novelty.

I didn't care about Galaxy AI until it gave my dog a Pokémon bong

How do you make a great flip phone like the Galaxy Z Flip 6 exciting if the folding form factor isn’t enough, and you don’t want to revolutionize the front display experience? You turn to the capital of glitz and glamour and take a page out of the Las Vegas playbook. Neon is back, and this LED case is fun and just the right amount of special.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 Flipsuit LED Case is silly and fun and I dig it

Leaks have revealed a fair bit about Samsung's upcoming Android 15-based One UI skin. Reports indicate many of the design changes will take inspiration from iOS 18, with the Korean company revamping the system apps to focus on one-hand use. The beta program could start in the last week of July. But you won't have to wait that long to get your first look at some of One UI 7's significant changes, with a new report detailing many of its changes and planned features.

Leaked One UI 7 screenshots reveal major design changes

Samsung is excluding its own messaging app from the new Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 in favor of Google Messages. This move appears to be limited to the US right now, while Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 models in Canada and Europe will continue to offer Samsung Messages.

Samsung is switching entirely to Google Messages in the US

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

T-Mobile raised prices by $2 to $5 per line, angering customers who filed complaints with the FCC and the FTC. Customers are now suing T-Mobile for violating its promise not to raise prices on legacy plans. The lawsuit demands a jury trial to force T-Mobile to abandon recent price hikes.

T-Mobile is getting sued for hiking rates on Price Lock plans

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Google's upcoming feature codenamed "Sharpie" aims to detect scam calls using AI on Pixel devices. Users may have the option to manually report calls as spam or scams, but default settings are unclear. The Pixel 9 series is expected to showcase the scam-detection feature at the upcoming Made by Google...

Google Phone's already-awesome spam shield could soon add anti-scam AI

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

California State

Google was never quite sure what to call its mobile payment service — whether that was Google Wallet, Android Pay, Google Pay, or Google Wallet again — but it certainly knows what it's doing with the service itself. In addition to all the major credit card companies and nationwide banks like Chase and Wells Fargo, Google Wallet now supports over 4,700 smaller banks and credit unions, and the list just keeps on growing.

Google Wallet adds 26 new supported banks in the US

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Apple Maps is now available on the web in beta after years of being limited to Apple devices. The web version currently offers walking and driving directions, but lacks transit and biking options. Apple's Street View-like Look Around feature and additional functionality are expected in the coming months. Google Maps...

Apple Maps is finally available on the web, but Android browsers still can't use it

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Washington State

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Washington state Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler announced on Monday that he has fined Unite Health Share Ministries $300,000 for illegally selling insurance in Washington.

Unite Health Fined $300K for Unauthorized Insurance Sales

Massachusetts State

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Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Foldable smartphones have improved tremendously in the last few years. While performance has never been an issue, their battery life is typically not as good as most flagship Android smartphones. This is due to a combination of their bigger folding screen and relatively small batteries. OnePlus (and Oppo) could solve this problem with the OnePlus Open 2 next year, which could pack a beefy 6,000mAh cell.

The OnePlus Open 2 could pack a seriously big battery

New Jersey State

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Collingswood, NJ

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CAMDEN, N.J. – Ralston Boswell, 34, of Collingswood, New Jersey, has admitted to participating in schemes to fraudulently obtain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and unemployment insurance benefits. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Plea: Man's PPP & Unemployment Fraud - $209K Scam

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE hits its lowest price on Amazon

Big screens aren't just practical—they're pretty awesome. If you're looking for an immersive entertainment experience or need to get stuff done on the go, a tablet...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE hits its lowest price on Amazon

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