FTC loses appeal to stop Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal that already happened
FTC loses appeal to stop Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal that already happened FTC loses appeal to stop Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal that already happened The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has lost its appeal of a ruling in its case against Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In 2023, the FTC requested a preliminary injunction […]
Android’s splashy new paint job won’t yank Gen Z from iPhones
Android's splashy new paint job won't yank Gen Z from iPhones Android’s splashy new paint job won’t yank Gen Z from iPhones “Make me a fit that’s athleisure but elevated.” The kids are always saying this. Android’s new design language looks extremely… Gen Z. That much is obvious from the concept images in the leaked […]
Apple’s Eddy Cue: ‘You may not need an iPhone 10 years from now’
Apple's Eddy Cue: 'You may not need an iPhone 10 years from now' Apple’s Eddy Cue: ‘You may not need an iPhone 10 years from now’ Eddy Cue at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference on July 9th, 2024. | Photo by Kevork Djansezian / Getty Images<br> Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of […]
Google searches are falling in Safari for the first time ever — probably because of AI
Google searches are falling in Safari for the first time ever — probably because of AI Google searches fell in Safari for the first time ever last month, Apple’s senior vice president of services, Eddy Cue, said during Google’s antitrust trial on Wednesday. “That has never happened in 22 years,” Cue added. Cue linked the […]
Figma’s big AI update takes on Adobe, WordPress, and Canva
Figma's big AI update takes on Adobe, WordPress, and Canva Figma’s big AI update takes on Adobe, WordPress, and Canva Figma is expanding its creative software ecosystem to allow product designers to complete entire projects without jumping to third-party apps. Four new products for website building, AI coding, branded marketing, and digital illustration were introduced […]
How Microsoft shrunk its Surface devices
How Microsoft shrunk its Surface devices Microsoft has brought me inside the Surface hardware lab from time to time over the years, showing me how its engineers test the hinges and fabrics that go into its products. They’re usually typical engineering demonstrations, but last month I was invited to Microsoft’s headquarters in Redmond, Washington, to […]
Spotify will let you hit ‘snooze’ on good songs you’re getting tired of
Spotify will let you hit 'snooze' on good songs you're getting tired of Spotify will let you hit ‘snooze’ on good songs you’re getting tired of Spotify is testing a new “Snooze” button that will let you temporarily remove a track from your recommendations in case you need a short break from hearing it. The […]
Apple’s sci-fi epic Foundation is back for season 3 in July
Apple's sci-fi epic Foundation is back for season 3 in July Apple’s sci-fi epic Foundation is back for season 3 in July One of Apple’s biggest series will start streaming again this summer. The company announced that season 3 of Foundation will hit Apple TV Plus on July 11th, with new episodes weekly through September […]
LinkedIn’s new AI search tool lets you describe your ideal job
LinkedIn's new AI search tool lets you describe your ideal job LinkedIn’s new AI search tool lets you describe your ideal job LinkedIn is launching a new generative AI tool that allows users to find job listings by describing their perfect role. The platform’s updated AI-powered search bar now provides users with job posting results […]
Matter’s latest update brings tap-to-pair setup
Matter's latest update brings tap-to-pair setup Matter’s latest update brings tap-to-pair setup Two new features coming to Matter are designed to make setting up smart gadgets easier. Multi-device QR codes and a tap-to-pair onboarding via NFC are new options for adding devices like smart lights, plugs, locks, and more to a Matter home network. The […]