Sonos has released an update to its app as it attempts to reverse the fallout from a disastrous redesign. But while the update adds enhanced accessibility settings and improved stability during the product setup process, the update addresses just a fraction of user complaints. Sonos is reintroducing the ability to...

Sonos’ latest app update fixes just a fraction of its problems

The category pins within Google Maps have had a little makeover.

Google Maps gets another neat design update and we like it

The release notes for the Android 14 downgrade OTA confirm that the Pixel’s Android 15 update will roll out in October. The Android Beta Exit update screen has been updated to mention that the Android 15 update will be available in October. This confirms an Android Authority report from...

Google just confirmed when Pixel's Android 15 update will roll out

Have you ever wanted to get to your iPhone's Control Center or Notification Center without swiping down from the top of your screen? Or instantly activate Shazam to identify a song before it changes? What if there was a way to turn on your camera or flashlight without touching or even looking at your screen?

The Back of Your iPhone Has a Secret Button -- Here's Everything It Can Do

Samsung says it will provide seven years’ worth of Tizen operating system updates for its newer AI-powered TVs in a bid to fend off competition from Chinese rivals. The announcement was made last week at Samsung Electronics’ Suwon Campus according to Business Korea, and will first apply to TV models released in March 2024, alongside some products released in 2023.

Samsung’s new AI smart TVs are getting seven years of OS updates

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TikTok must face a lawsuit over the viral “blackout challenge” that several parents blame for their children’s deaths, a Pennsylvania-based appeals court ruled on Tuesday. The ruling illuminates how courts are thinking about platform accountability in the wake of a major Supreme Court ruling this year and could highlight the potential limits of a key tech immunity shield.

TikTok must face a lawsuit for recommending the viral ‘blackout challenge’

At this point, you either already know about the “very demure, very mindful” meme that originated on TikTok, or you have neither the interest nor the capacity to understand. It is simply A Thing, a viral catchphrase that may become as ubiquitous in the 2020s as “eyebrows on fleek” was in the 2010s. And that is why every tabloid in America is running a story about a dispute over an application to register “Very Demure… Very Mindful…” as a trademark.

A demure and mindful trademark investigation

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

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After almost two years of testing and a gradual phase-in program, Waymo says its finally ready to provide 24/7 robotaxi service at Phoenix’s Sky Harbor Airport. It’s a pretty big milestone, given how financially essential airports trips are for all human-powered ridehail and taxi services. Waymo also recently completed its 100,000th trip to the airport, and is available for curbside pickup at Terminals 3 and 4. Airport pickups are typically pretty chaotic. So, good luck robots!

Robots go to the airport.

I’ve been hunting for a pair of open-ear headphones. I’ve tried two bone-conduction headphones from Suunto. They were lovely, but the bass left me wanting. I tried the Shokz OpenFit Air. The bass was better, but the fit wasn’t great when I wore my glasses. I’d resigned myself to forever using my Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses for runs — great sound but a little heavy and gross when sweaty — and then Shokz said it had a brand-spanking-new pair of bone conduction headphones for me to try. The $179.95 OpenRun Pro 2.

Shokz’s new bone conduction headphones have a clever solution for bass

If you’re in need of a compact and portable USB-C charger, then Genki’s TurboCharger might fit the bill. The gaming accessory maker says its new gallium nitride (GaN) accessory is the “flattest” 100W wall charger on the market, capable of folding to a thickness of 18 millimeters (0.7 inches) to make it easier to pack.

This 100W GaN charger is thin and foldable

You’ll now start seeing replies from other parts of the fediverse under posts that aren’t yours, as shared by Threads’ Peter Cottle. Nice way to see more posts from other ActivityPub-based platforms.

More of the fediverse is showing up on Threads.

If you've recently upgraded your laptop, you may have suddenly found yourself without access to Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of Microsoft's near-necessary software. And since Microsoft switched from the traditional Office suite to a Microsoft 365 subscription service, it's become more expensive to access those programs. But right now, Microsoft partner StackSocial is offering a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 for $45, down from the usual price of $70.

Grab a subscription to Microsoft 365 for $45 right now

Proton Mail prioritizes user privacy by encrypting messages and blocking data trackers effectively. Proton's open-source code and location in Switzerland uphold strong privacy standards. Upgrading to Proton's paid plans can provide better value for money compared to Google's offerings. Gmail isn't the only email provider out there. That's especially true...

Why I'm Leaving Gmail and Using This Security-Focused Email Service Instead

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Google integrated a Gemini side panel into Workspace apps like Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides earlier this year. The side panel on Gmail can help you find emails, fetch relevant information from within emails, perform sender-specific searches, and more. Formerly limited to the web version of Gmail, the side panel...

Gmail's Gemini Q&A feature is rolling out now on Android

Sony just rolled out a new DualSense Edge update, which makes it super convenient to update and use the peripheral. No, we’re not talking about the price update in Japan, rather the new PlayStation Accessories app on PC that allows users to fully customize the pricey controller. DualSense Edge...

DualSense Edge Just Got a Solid New Update

Last week, an image gave us our first clear look at all of the planned iPhone 16 color options. Now, a new video from Aaron Zollo on YouTube gives us an even more detailed look at dummy units showing the five different colors for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.

Here’s another look at every iPhone 16 color [Video]

Google Wallet's new Quick Settings tile is now available as part of the Google Play services v24.33 update. This tile makes it possible for most Android smartphones to access Wallet from the Quick Settings panel. A single tap of this new Quick Settings tile will take users to the Wallet...

That new Google Wallet Quick Settings tile has started rolling out

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Sonos opens a Trello board so we can see how it’s fixing the busted app

Sonos is still trying to clean up from the mess from the messy rollout of its new app, and to help give users a better idea...

Sonos opens a Trello board so we can see how it’s fixing the busted app

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