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Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included. Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

sk telecom – Techdirt. Posts about sk telecom written by Karl Bode and Techdirt. (techdirt.com - 7 min.)

Tech giants join forces to better support Chromium-based browsers. A new collaboration effort under the auspices of the Linux Foundation looks to ensure that developers have access to necessary resources. (computerworld.com - 10 min.)

AAPL: Apple defined, key history, primary product lineup - 9to5Mac. AAPL is a computer company that became the most successful smartphone company in the world. Here's how Apple defines itself ... (9to5mac.com - 16 min.)

Ariana Grande Teases Glinda's Big New Song In Wicked: For Good. Plus, Freddie Prinze Jr. teases Julie and Ray's roles in the new I Know What You Did Last Summer. (gizmodo.com - 18 min.)

This High-End Robot Vac's Price Just Plummeted by $800 at Amazon. This Dreame robot vac will clean your floors for you and right now you can add one to your smart home for less than ever before. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

Best Printer for 2025. If you are looking for a printer that is quick, efficient and easy to use, these are some of the best options in the market. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security. The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor. (zdnet.com - 22 min.)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

Apple faces $1.8B lawsuit claiming UK App Store users were overcharged. Apple was already facing a $1B lawsuit on behalf of British developers, but is now up against an even larger... (9to5mac.com - 27 min.)

edge compute – Techdirt. Posts about edge compute written by Karl Bode. (techdirt.com - 30 min.)

hype – Techdirt. Posts about hype written by Karl Bode, Glyn Moody, and Mike Masnick. (techdirt.com - 30 min.)

networking – Techdirt. Posts about networking written by Karl Bode and Techdirt. (techdirt.com - 30 min.)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Make Your Own Excellent Cold Brew Coffee for Just $10. The Presto Dorothy Rapid Cold Brewer is 80% off right now, and a gateway into a new world of coffee. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Best Meta Quest 3S Deals: Score $50 Off the VR Headset, Plus a Free Game. The Meta Quest 3S is an excellent and affordable virtual reality headset -- and we're seeing the first savings on it right now. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

My T-Mobile Home Internet Experience: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected. I’ve lived with T-Mobile Home Internet for two years. The 5G broadband service is superior to DSL but has some quirks. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

USB-C vulnerability could result in new iPhone ailbreak techniques. A security researcher has worked out how to hack a proprietary USB-C controller used by Apple, an issue that could eventually lead to new iPhone jailbreaks and other security problems. (appleinsider.com - 49 min.)

5g – Techdirt. Posts about 5g written by Karl Bode. (techdirt.com - 52 min.)

crypto – Techdirt. Posts about crypto written by Karl Bode and Techdirt. (techdirt.com - 52 min.)

LEGO's Life-Sized Insect Collection 3-Piece Kit Returns at a Record Low Price With Top Reviews. It's a must-have set for anyone who appreciates insects, the outdoors, or unique Lego kits in general. (gizmodo.com - 57 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Sonos Archives - 9to5Mac. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Last Few Days: These Apple-Refurbished M1 and M3 iMacs Start at Just $750. Time is running out to get your hands on a refurbished iMac with prices starting at just $750. (cnet.com - 1 time)

I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable. The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried? (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Mastodon’s CEO and creator is handing control to a new nonprofit organization. The decentralized social network is moving ownership to a new non-profit based in Europe. Mastodon says the decentralized network ‘should not be owned or controlled by a single individual.’ (theverge.com - 1 time)

TNW Conference 2024 - Tickets. Are you excited for the next stage in tech conferences? Join the best and biggest edition of our flagship conference in NDSM, Amsterdam on June 19 & 20, 2025. (thenextweb.com - 1 time)

Nvidia flatters Trump in scathing response to Biden’s new AI chip restrictions. Nvidia is cozying up to the incoming Trump administration after criticizing the Biden administration's new AI rules for keeping AI chips and models under US controls. Maybe Jensen Huang really wants that Mar-a-Lago invite. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Here's why Apple is right to hold firm on its DEI policies - 9to5Mac. The upcoming change in the presidency has seen a number of companies make changes to long-standing policies, in fields spanning... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

How to Easily Screen Record on an iPhone or iPad. Capture what's on your screen with these simple steps. (cnet.com - 1 time)

OnePlus 13 Review: A Powerhouse With One Key Flaw - Video. The OnePlus 13 has a lot to be excited about, but it's let down by its camera performance. (cnet.com - 1 time)

I Tried Using AI to Create Content on LinkedIn. I'm Sold. Not sure what to post on your LinkedIn page? AI can save you a lot of time (and overthinking). (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best VPN for Windows 2025. If you're using Windows 11, here are the best virtual private networks we've tested for you in 2022. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Dinner on a Dime: 7 Cheap Meal Subscriptions We Really Liked. Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. Get quality meals delivered to your doorstep with the best cheap meal kit services we’ve tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max Cases of 2025. Protect your iPhone with these stylish covers. Our list includes a range of budget-friendly and premium options. (cnet.com - 1 time)

This $270 Savings Slashes the EcoFlow Power Station to Its Lowest-Ever Price. The Delta 3 Plus portable power station has a 1,024-watt-hour battery and plenty of power, but this deal isn't going to last long. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable. The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried? (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Nvidia flatters Trump in scathing response to Biden’s new AI chip restrictions. Nvidia is cozying up to the incoming Trump administration after criticizing the Biden administration's new AI rules for keeping AI chips and models under US controls. Maybe Jensen Huang really wants that Mar-a-Lago invite. (theverge.com - 1 time)

I Tried Using AI to Create Content on LinkedIn. I'm Sold. Not sure what to post on your LinkedIn page? AI can save you a lot of time (and overthinking). (cnet.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Apple faces $1.8B lawsuit claiming UK App Store users were overcharged. Apple was already facing a $1B lawsuit on behalf of British developers, but is now up against an even larger... (9to5mac.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

AAPL: Apple defined, key history, primary product lineup - 9to5Mac. AAPL is a computer company that became the most successful smartphone company in the world. Here's how Apple defines itself ... (9to5mac.com - 16 min.)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos Archives - 9to5Mac. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Mastodon’s CEO and creator is handing control to a new nonprofit organization. The decentralized social network is moving ownership to a new non-profit based in Europe. Mastodon says the decentralized network ‘should not be owned or controlled by a single individual.’ (theverge.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

My T-Mobile Home Internet Experience: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected. I’ve lived with T-Mobile Home Internet for two years. The 5G broadband service is superior to DSL but has some quirks. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Ariana Grande Teases Glinda's Big New Song In Wicked: For Good. Plus, Freddie Prinze Jr. teases Julie and Ray's roles in the new I Know What You Did Last Summer. (gizmodo.com - 18 min.)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included. Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

This $270 Savings Slashes the EcoFlow Power Station to Its Lowest-Ever Price. The Delta 3 Plus portable power station has a 1,024-watt-hour battery and plenty of power, but this deal isn't going to last long. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

I Tried Using AI to Create Content on LinkedIn. I'm Sold. Not sure what to post on your LinkedIn page? AI can save you a lot of time (and overthinking). (cnet.com - 1 time)

This High-End Robot Vac's Price Just Plummeted by $800 at Amazon. This Dreame robot vac will clean your floors for you and right now you can add one to your smart home for less than ever before. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security. The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor. (zdnet.com - 22 min.)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

This High-End Robot Vac's Price Just Plummeted by $800 at Amazon. This Dreame robot vac will clean your floors for you and right now you can add one to your smart home for less than ever before. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

LEGO's Life-Sized Insect Collection 3-Piece Kit Returns at a Record Low Price With Top Reviews. It's a must-have set for anyone who appreciates insects, the outdoors, or unique Lego kits in general. (gizmodo.com - 57 min.)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

USB-C vulnerability could result in new iPhone ailbreak techniques. A security researcher has worked out how to hack a proprietary USB-C controller used by Apple, an issue that could eventually lead to new iPhone jailbreaks and other security problems. (appleinsider.com - 49 min.)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

How to Easily Screen Record on an iPhone or iPad. Capture what's on your screen with these simple steps. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max Cases of 2025. Protect your iPhone with these stylish covers. Our list includes a range of budget-friendly and premium options. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Best Printer for 2025. If you are looking for a printer that is quick, efficient and easy to use, these are some of the best options in the market. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

TNW Conference 2024 - Tickets. Are you excited for the next stage in tech conferences? Join the best and biggest edition of our flagship conference in NDSM, Amsterdam on June 19 & 20, 2025. (thenextweb.com - 1 time)

Best VPN for Windows 2025. If you're using Windows 11, here are the best virtual private networks we've tested for you in 2022. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max Cases of 2025. Protect your iPhone with these stylish covers. Our list includes a range of budget-friendly and premium options. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Dinner on a Dime: 7 Cheap Meal Subscriptions We Really Liked. Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. Get quality meals delivered to your doorstep with the best cheap meal kit services we’ve tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Nvidia flatters Trump in scathing response to Biden’s new AI chip restrictions. Nvidia is cozying up to the incoming Trump administration after criticizing the Biden administration's new AI rules for keeping AI chips and models under US controls. Maybe Jensen Huang really wants that Mar-a-Lago invite. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Dinner on a Dime: 7 Cheap Meal Subscriptions We Really Liked. Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. Get quality meals delivered to your doorstep with the best cheap meal kit services we’ve tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

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Last Few Days: These Apple-Refurbished M1 and M3 iMacs Start at Just $750. Time is running out to get your hands on a refurbished iMac with prices starting at just $750. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Best VPN for Windows 2025. If you're using Windows 11, here are the best virtual private networks we've tested for you in 2022. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Tech giants join forces to better support Chromium-based browsers. A new collaboration effort under the auspices of the Linux Foundation looks to ensure that developers have access to necessary resources. (computerworld.com - 10 min.)

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You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

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Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable. The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried? (zdnet.com - 1 time)

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I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable. The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried? (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Samsung's 2024 Smart M8 monitor is on sale for just $399. Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 (M80D, 2024 refresh) normally costs $700, but it's back down near an all-time low of $400 at Amazon. (engadget.com - 1 time)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

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CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

I Tried Using AI to Create Content on LinkedIn. I'm Sold. Not sure what to post on your LinkedIn page? AI can save you a lot of time (and overthinking). (cnet.com - 1 time)

Tech giants join forces to better support Chromium-based browsers. A new collaboration effort under the auspices of the Linux Foundation looks to ensure that developers have access to necessary resources. (computerworld.com - 10 min.)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

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Make Your Own Excellent Cold Brew Coffee for Just $10. The Presto Dorothy Rapid Cold Brewer is 80% off right now, and a gateway into a new world of coffee. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

AAPL: Apple defined, key history, primary product lineup - 9to5Mac. AAPL is a computer company that became the most successful smartphone company in the world. Here's how Apple defines itself ... (9to5mac.com - 16 min.)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Here's why Apple is right to hold firm on its DEI policies - 9to5Mac. The upcoming change in the presidency has seen a number of companies make changes to long-standing policies, in fields spanning... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Mastodon’s CEO and creator is handing control to a new nonprofit organization. The decentralized social network is moving ownership to a new non-profit based in Europe. Mastodon says the decentralized network ‘should not be owned or controlled by a single individual.’ (theverge.com - 1 time)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Dinner on a Dime: 7 Cheap Meal Subscriptions We Really Liked. Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. Get quality meals delivered to your doorstep with the best cheap meal kit services we’ve tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

TNW Conference 2024 - Tickets. Are you excited for the next stage in tech conferences? Join the best and biggest edition of our flagship conference in NDSM, Amsterdam on June 19 & 20, 2025. (thenextweb.com - 1 time)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

Tech giants join forces to better support Chromium-based browsers. A new collaboration effort under the auspices of the Linux Foundation looks to ensure that developers have access to necessary resources. (computerworld.com - 10 min.)

TNW Conference 2024 - Tickets. Are you excited for the next stage in tech conferences? Join the best and biggest edition of our flagship conference in NDSM, Amsterdam on June 19 & 20, 2025. (thenextweb.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable. The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried? (zdnet.com - 1 time)

AAPL: Apple defined, key history, primary product lineup - 9to5Mac. AAPL is a computer company that became the most successful smartphone company in the world. Here's how Apple defines itself ... (9to5mac.com - 16 min.)

Apple faces $1.8B lawsuit claiming UK App Store users were overcharged. Apple was already facing a $1B lawsuit on behalf of British developers, but is now up against an even larger... (9to5mac.com - 27 min.)

USB-C vulnerability could result in new iPhone ailbreak techniques. A security researcher has worked out how to hack a proprietary USB-C controller used by Apple, an issue that could eventually lead to new iPhone jailbreaks and other security problems. (appleinsider.com - 49 min.)

Here's why Apple is right to hold firm on its DEI policies - 9to5Mac. The upcoming change in the presidency has seen a number of companies make changes to long-standing policies, in fields spanning... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

This High-End Robot Vac's Price Just Plummeted by $800 at Amazon. This Dreame robot vac will clean your floors for you and right now you can add one to your smart home for less than ever before. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

LEGO's Life-Sized Insect Collection 3-Piece Kit Returns at a Record Low Price With Top Reviews. It's a must-have set for anyone who appreciates insects, the outdoors, or unique Lego kits in general. (gizmodo.com - 57 min.)

Amazon Finally Offers the Anker Portable MagSafe Charger for iPhone at an All-Time Low Price. Save 27% on an Anker power bank that doubles as an iPhone stand. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

This $270 Savings Slashes the EcoFlow Power Station to Its Lowest-Ever Price. The Delta 3 Plus portable power station has a 1,024-watt-hour battery and plenty of power, but this deal isn't going to last long. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

Best Meta Quest 3S Deals: Score $50 Off the VR Headset, Plus a Free Game. The Meta Quest 3S is an excellent and affordable virtual reality headset -- and we're seeing the first savings on it right now. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Best VPN for Windows 2025. If you're using Windows 11, here are the best virtual private networks we've tested for you in 2022. (cnet.com - 1 time)

hype – Techdirt. Posts about hype written by Karl Bode, Glyn Moody, and Mike Masnick. (techdirt.com - 30 min.)

CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype. The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds. (pcworld.com - 31 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

My T-Mobile Home Internet Experience: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected. I’ve lived with T-Mobile Home Internet for two years. The 5G broadband service is superior to DSL but has some quirks. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

5g – Techdirt. Posts about 5g written by Karl Bode. (techdirt.com - 52 min.)

Telecoms Glom Onto ‘AI’ Hype Cycle In A Fruitless Bid To Make 5G Seem Interesting. We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provide faster, more resilient, and lower latency networks, it’s more of an evolution than a revolution. But that’s not what telecom giants… We’ve noted for several years how the “race to 5G” was largely just hype by telecoms and hardware vendors eager to sell more gear and justify high U.S. mobile data prices. While 5G does provid… (techdirt.com - 58 min.)

LEGO's Life-Sized Insect Collection 3-Piece Kit Returns at a Record Low Price With Top Reviews. It's a must-have set for anyone who appreciates insects, the outdoors, or unique Lego kits in general. (gizmodo.com - 57 min.)

Pixel 9 Pro Fold Deal: Get Your Hands on the Upgraded Google Foldable at $300 Off. Google figured out foldable hardware last year, and now it's latest tablet-meets-phone is down to a record low price at Amazon. (cnet.com - 1 time)

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Best Meta Quest 3S Deals: Score $50 Off the VR Headset, Plus a Free Game. The Meta Quest 3S is an excellent and affordable virtual reality headset -- and we're seeing the first savings on it right now. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

This $270 Savings Slashes the EcoFlow Power Station to Its Lowest-Ever Price. The Delta 3 Plus portable power station has a 1,024-watt-hour battery and plenty of power, but this deal isn't going to last long. (cnet.com - 1 time)

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You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

I Tried Using AI to Create Content on LinkedIn. I'm Sold. Not sure what to post on your LinkedIn page? AI can save you a lot of time (and overthinking). (cnet.com - 1 time)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

You Can Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets. Here's How. I discovered GPT Excel during my quest to make Excel a little less busywork. I'm glad I did. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

My T-Mobile Home Internet Experience: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected. I’ve lived with T-Mobile Home Internet for two years. The 5G broadband service is superior to DSL but has some quirks. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included. Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

This High-End Robot Vac's Price Just Plummeted by $800 at Amazon. This Dreame robot vac will clean your floors for you and right now you can add one to your smart home for less than ever before. (cnet.com - 22 min.)

My T-Mobile Home Internet Experience: The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected. I’ve lived with T-Mobile Home Internet for two years. The 5G broadband service is superior to DSL but has some quirks. (cnet.com - 44 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Adobe Firefly Bulk Create edits several images all at once. Adobe's new Firefly Bulk Create streamlines the tedious task of editing dozens of images for websites and social platforms. (venturebeat.com - 33 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

Apple's iPhone slips as Chinese brands benefit from smartphone market recovery. New research says that overall smartphone sales rose by 4% year over year in 2024, but the iPhone's share slightly declined as rivals such as Xiaomi grew in popularity. (appleinsider.com - 1 time)

OnePlus 13 Review: A Powerhouse With One Key Flaw - Video. The OnePlus 13 has a lot to be excited about, but it's let down by its camera performance. (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation. Sonos introduced an overhauled, redesigned app in May 2024 that was immediately met with criticism over bugs and worse performance. The company still hasn’t recovered. The company still hasn’t recovered from the damage done. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included. Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Dinner on a Dime: 7 Cheap Meal Subscriptions We Really Liked. Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. Get quality meals delivered to your doorstep with the best cheap meal kit services we’ve tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

TNW Conference 2024 - Tickets. Are you excited for the next stage in tech conferences? Join the best and biggest edition of our flagship conference in NDSM, Amsterdam on June 19 & 20, 2025. (thenextweb.com - 1 time)

OnePlus 13 Review: A Powerhouse With One Key Flaw - Video. The OnePlus 13 has a lot to be excited about, but it's let down by its camera performance. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Mercedes-Benz will use Google’s new Automotive AI Agent in the upcoming CLA. The automaker announced its upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant at CES last week, which can carry conversations with passengers. However, it did not share the LLM partner behind the technology at the time, which we now know is Google Cloud with this new tailor-made vehicular AI Agent running on Vertex AI. (theverge.com - 27 min.)

Here's why Apple is right to hold firm on its DEI policies - 9to5Mac. The upcoming change in the presidency has seen a number of companies make changes to long-standing policies, in fields spanning... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos’ interim CEO hits all the right notes in first letter to employees. Tom Conrad, the new interim Sonos CEO, acknowledges that the company desperately needs to win back the trust and support of its customers after the app fiasco. “This is not a time for Sonos to be stuck in limbo,” he says. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included. Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase. CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on. (zdnet.com - Lige nu)

Sonos CEO leaves company over botched iOS app. Patrick Spence has left Sonos after eight years as CEO, following the disastrous rollout of an iOS app that left customers unable to use their devices. (appleinsider.com - 27 min.)

Apple faces $1.8B lawsuit claiming UK App Store users were overcharged. Apple was already facing a $1B lawsuit on behalf of British developers, but is now up against an even larger... (9to5mac.com - 27 min.)

Adobe’s Firefly ‘Bulk Create’ lets users edit thousands of images at once. Built on Adobe’s Firefly Services APIs, the new tool automates actions such as generating new background images at scale. (computerworld.com - 1 time)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster. Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom. (techcrunch.com - 37 min.)

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is out after app disaster. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has been replaced in his role and is leaving the company. Its interim CEO says this... (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security. The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor. (zdnet.com - 22 min.)

Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click. Adobe has some new generative AI tools that can automate labor-intensive production tasks like editing large batches of images, and creating or translating video presentations. A blessing for batch background removals. (theverge.com - 33 min.)

This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security. The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor. (zdnet.com - 22 min.)

USB-C vulnerability could result in new iPhone ailbreak techniques. A security researcher has worked out how to hack a proprietary USB-C controller used by Apple, an issue that could eventually lead to new iPhone jailbreaks and other security problems. (appleinsider.com - 49 min.)

This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security. The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor. (zdnet.com - 22 min.)

OnePlus 13 Review: A Powerhouse With One Key Flaw - Video. The OnePlus 13 has a lot to be excited about, but it's let down by its camera performance. (cnet.com - 1 time)

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