Sony announces its first turntables in years
Sony announces its first turntables in years Sony is releasing a new turntable for the first time since 2019. Two, in fact. The entry-level PS-LX3BT ($399.99) and step-up PS-LX5BT ($499.99) are designed for easy operation with both wired and Bluetooth hi-res audio. Both turntables include one-button automatic playback – which starts the turntable, raises and […]
Why nobody’s stopping Grok
Why nobody's stopping Grok Today’s episode of Decoder is about X, Grok, and Elon Musk. By now we’re several weeks into one of the worst, most upsetting, and most stupidly irresponsible AI controversies in the short history of generative AI. Grok, the chatbot made by Elon Musk’s xAI, is able to make all manner of […]
Google Search AI Mode can use Gmail and Photos to get to know you
Google Search AI Mode can use Gmail and Photos to get to know you Personal Intelligence can tap into your Gmail inbox to check for bookings and purchase receipts. Google is helping AI Mode to provide more personalized responses in Search by allowing the chatbot to analyze your Gmail and Google Photos accounts. After launching […]
Lenovo wants other companies to make accessories for its modular laptops.
Lenovo wants other companies to make accessories for its modular laptops. Two years ago, Lenovo introduced a collection of modular Magic Bay accessories for its ThinkBook 16p. They attached to a magnetic pin connector at the top of the laptop’s display and added functionality like an improved 4K webcam, or LTE connectivity. The company has […]
AMD’s faster Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU arrives on January 29th for $499
AMD's faster Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU arrives on January 29th for $499 AMD announced an improved version of its popular Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor at CES earlier this month, and it’s now confirming a release date and pricing today. The new Ryzen 7 9850X3D will debut on January 29th, priced at $499. That’s $20 more […]
Nintendo is following up Alarmo with a weird Talking Flower in March
Nintendo is following up Alarmo with a weird Talking Flower in March Nintendo’s Talking Flower interactive toy will launch in March. | Image: Nintendo After sharing a brief look at its new Talking Flower toy during a Nintendo Direct showcase last September that generated more questions than answers, Nintendo has finally revealed more details about […]
1Password is introducing a new phishing prevention feature
1Password is introducing a new phishing prevention feature 1Password’s browser extension will notify users of a potential phishing attack. | Image: 1Password A successful phishing attack can cost a business an average of $4.8 million, according to research from IBM. To help reduce the risk of one succeeding, either at work or at home, 1Password […]
Hundreds of creatives warn against an AI slop future
Hundreds of creatives warn against an AI slop future Around 800 artists, writers, actors, and musicians signed on to a new campaign against what they call “theft at a grand scale” by AI companies. The signatories of the campaign – called “Stealing Isn’t Innovation” – include authors George Saunders and Jodi Picoult, actors Cate Blanchett […]
Blue Origin’s Starlink rival TeraWave promises 6 terabit satellite internet
Blue Origin's Starlink rival TeraWave promises 6 terabit satellite internet The Blue Origin New Glenn rocket lifts off at Launch Complex 36 in its second launch attempt at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on November 13, 2025 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. | Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo/Getty Images SpaceX has the most internet-beaming satellites in its […]
Everyone can hear your TV in their headphones using this transmitter
Everyone can hear your TV in their headphones using this transmitter Sennheiser’s new Auracast transmitter can be purchased as part of a bundle with its new wireless headphones. | Image: Sennheiser As we’ve previously lamented, one of Bluetooth’s best modern features isn’t being embraced by the tech world, but that’s changing. Sennheiser has announced a […]