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Google's Circle to Search AI feature debuted earlier this year on Samsung's Galaxy S24 family, and now you can use it even on your computer in Chrome. The feature has been made available in both ChromeOS and the Chrome browser. There is, however, a (slight) catch. Or two. First, we're...

Google's Circle to Search is now available in Chrome

The Google Pixel Watch 3’s specification is gradually being leaked. Further information about Google’s next smartwatch has now emerged, this time giving us some insight into the screen, charging, and software updates we should expect. The Pixel Watch 2 was far superior to the first model, and the third model is shaping up to be a worthy follow-up.

The Pixel Watch 3 may take a top feature from the Pixel 8

Samsung’s first Android 15 and One UI 7 beta is set to get a release as soon as July 29, according to Max Jambor, a reliable Samsung tipster. What’s notable about the Android 15 beta is just how big it is. According to rumors, we’re expecting several UI and feature changes, including new icons, home screen and lock screen changes, a revamped camera UI, and a version of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island.

Your Samsung phone could get a huge update on July 29

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  If you're headed back to school and need a new laptop, but you're on a budget, a pricey Windows laptop or Apple MacBook may not be for you. But you have an alternative: a Chromebook or Chromebook Plus. They rely on cloud applications and storage. This makes them considerably less expensive, but they can still handle most of the same tasks as any other laptop. And there's power in some of these...

Head back to school with one of the best ChromeOS laptops

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Mobile phone manufacturer Samsung has hinted at plans to invest heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) and integrate a slew of functionalities into its incoming devices. However, these offerings could change the design of its phones. Samsung CEO Roh Tae-moon disclosed that the company’s new...

Samsung hints at new AI-powered devices

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

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

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?

Qualcomm has officially unveiled the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 SoC (System on a Chip). It will enable 5G connectivity in entry-level and affordable Android smartphones. Specifications and features of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2. Qualcomm has launched a new chipset intended for entry-level Android smartphones. As the name suggests,...

Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 to power affordable 5G phones

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Much has been said and written about the towing prowess of the controversial Tesla Cybertruck, which has been on the market for almost exactly eight months now. Since then, many EV critics have pointed out the fairly significant range reduction when towing, which isn't that much of a problem in a gasoline-powered pickup truck such as the Ford F-150.

Tesla Cybertruck prevails in torturous 10,500-lb towing test against overheating Ford F-150 Tremor

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is this year’s Samsung flagship and a device that Digital Trends rated highly in its review, calling it “the best Ultra ever, and a must-buy.” This is high praise, but ZTE’s sub-brand Nubia has Samsung in its sights with the Nubia Z60 Ultra “Leading Version” and the Z60S Pro, a slightly pared-down, but even more affordable model.

A new Android phone just gave the Galaxy S24 Ultra some tough competition

Qualcomm's new processor is basically a slightly downgraded Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 processor for budget phones. The chipmaker says this chip enables sub-$100 phones with gigabit 5G connectivity. The new processor lacks satellite connectivity, despite support for the Release 17 cellular standard.

Qualcomm's latest chip brings 5G to sub-$100 phones

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Minnesota State

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

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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

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Midrange phones are more competitive than ever, and their performance and battery life make us wonder why we spend $1,000+ on flagship devices. Phones under $500 used to include drab displays, awful build quality, and hardly any software support. But recently, even budget devices have featured OLED displays and years of software support. With so many high-quality options close in price, even a small discount can make a big difference.

Samsung drops one of its latest phones to just $300 for Prime Day

Realme just announced the Narzo N61, its newest entry-level handset with an IP54 rating. It features a 6.74-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1,600 × 720, up to 90 Hz refresh rate, and 560 nits peak brightness. The phone is powered by a 12 nm-built Unisoc T612 SoC...

Realme Narzo N61: Entry-level handset debuts with IP54 rating and sub-8 mm thickness

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Sam Westreich, PhD

It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is set to be unveiled at the Snapdragon Summit, which will take place from October 21 to 23 in Hawaii. Qualcomm hasn't officially said anything about the chipset yet, but a leaker says that the internal testing data doesn't hint at an impressive CPU performance boost. However, the GPU improvement is said to be "huge."

Tipster claims Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 won't see impressive CPU performance improvement over its predecessor

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Conservatives have done the United States a huge favor by explaining in detail what they’ll try to do if Donald Trump is reelected. Project 2025 , a “presidential transition project” of the Heritage Foundation, helpfully lays out how a group of former Trump officials would like to transform the country into a right-wing dystopia where the rich thrive and the rest of us die aspiring to be rich.

Project 2025’s Plan to Gut Medicare and Medicaid

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Google's new Chromecast 'TV Streamer' rumoured to launch with Ethernet and Thread connectivity

Google is roughly a fortnight away from fully revealing new hardware. As usual, countless sources have leaked details about new Pixel devices, whether that be the...

Google's new Chromecast 'TV Streamer' rumoured to launch with Ethernet and Thread connectivity

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