Microsoft Teams is trying to fix accidental hand-raising
Microsoft Teams is trying to fix accidental hand-raising If you’ve ever had the embarrassing displeasure of interrupting a Microsoft Teams meeting by accidentally hitting the “raise hand” feature then I have some good news for you. Microsoft is redesigning its online meeting software, which will move the raise hand button from the main toolbar and […]
PlayStation’s age-gating restrictions are coming to UK consoles
PlayStation's age-gating restrictions are coming to UK consoles Sony is starting to comply with the UK’s Online Safety Act by notifying PlayStation players of its age verification requirements today. PS4 and PS5 owners in the UK and Ireland won’t be able to participate in voice chats, messaging, parties, or other third-party communication services from June […]
Dyson’s back with a travel-size Supersonic hairdryer
Dyson's back with a travel-size Supersonic hairdryer Ten years ago, Dyson kicked off the hair gadget arms race with its $400 Supersonic hairdryer. Today, it’s back with a slightly smaller and cheaper travel-size version. As the name suggests, the $299.99 Supersonic Travel is meant for people on the go – whether that’s a business trip […]
Tim Cook will still be Apple’s Trump whisperer
Tim Cook will still be Apple's Trump whisperer U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Tim Cook, chief executive officer of Apple Inc., during an American Workforce Policy Advisory board meeting in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa, one of the few […]
John Ternus is taking over from Tim Cook as Apple’s CEO
John Ternus is taking over from Tim Cook as Apple's CEO John Ternus and Tim Cook | Image: Apple The multitrillion-dollar home of iPhone, Mac, and so many other tech gadgets is getting a new leader this fall, as Apple has announced that Tim Cook will be replaced as CEO on September 1st by current […]
Apple names Johny Srouji as chief hardware officer
Apple names Johny Srouji as chief hardware officer Apple has appointed Johny Srouji as its new chief hardware officer, “effective immediately,” according to an announcement on Monday. He is stepping into the shoes of current hardware engineering head John Ternus, who will replace Tim Cook as CEO in September, while Cook becomes the chairman of […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down and will be succeeded by John Ternus, currently Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering. Ternus will take over as CEO on September 1st, 2026. Cook will become executive chairman of Apple’s board. Cook is staying on through the summer as […]
WhatsApp tests ‘Plus’ subscription that adds stickers and more for a few bucks a month
WhatsApp tests 'Plus' subscription that adds stickers and more for a few bucks a month WhatsApp Plus subscribers will get access to premium sticker packs. | Image: WABetaInfo WhatsApp users are getting some new customization features – for a price. According to WABetaInfo, Meta is rolling out a WhatsApp Plus subscription to “a limited number […]
Google Photos adds subtle touch-up tools for faces
Google Photos adds subtle touch-up tools for faces Google has announced a new collection of touch-up tools for Google Photos’ image editor designed to apply subtle enhancements, refinements, or fixes to faces in photos. The tools are gradually being rolled out on the Google Photos app globally starting today, but only on devices running Android […]
Insta360 is putting screens on its next wireless mics to show logos or images
Insta360 is putting screens on its next wireless mics to show logos or images The Mic Pro transmitters feature E Ink color screens on the front to customize their appearance. | Image: Insta360 Insta360’s first wireless microphone kit debuted in June with small, lightweight AirTag-sized mics that were easier to wear hidden away. The new […]