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Google’s greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50 percent in five years due to AI
Google’s greenhouse gas emissions spiked by nearly 50 percent in the last five years thanks to energy-guzzling data centers required to power artificial intelligence, according to the company’s 2024 Environmental Report
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Texas age-verification law for pornography websites is going to the Supreme Court
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Meta is changing its policy for the most-moderated word on its platforms
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Texas age-verification law for pornography websites is going to the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will hear a case about one of laws that led Pornhub to shutter operations in multiple states earlier this year.
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Here's all the Samsung hardware and announcements we expect from the Unpacked event on July 10
Samsung has lined up an Unpacked event for July 10. We're expecting to learn more about the Galaxy Ring, as well as new foldable and other devices. A Galaxy Watch Ultra seems to be on the way too,
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Meta is changing its policy for the most-moderated word on its platforms
Meta is changing a long-running policy regarding the Arabic word “shaheed,” which has been described as the most-moderated word on the company’s platform.
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The best noise-canceling headphones for 2024
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The best Wi-Fi extenders in 2024
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The best wireless chargers for 2024
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 review: Success at last
With the Surface Laptop 7, Microsoft has finally created a sleek Arm-based notebook that's a worthy rival to Apple's MacBook Air.
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Surface Pro Copilot+ review: The best Surface tablet ever made, no thanks to AI
The Surface Pro is the fastest and most efficient Microsoft tablet we’ve seen yet, especially when paired together with its Flex keyboard. The new OLED screen is wonderful to behold and its NPU allows for powerful AI features.
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MSI Claw A1M review: A touch late and bit too pricey
At $750 for the Core Ultra 7 model, the Claw is more expensive than rivals like the ROG Ally and Legion Go while offering similar performance and not enough in the way of special features.
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Sennheiser Momentum Sport review: Fitness earbuds that lack finesse
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Beats Solo Buds review: Exactly what you'd expect for $80
The Solo Buds cover the basics, but that’s about it. Audio quality is flat unless you’re listening to Dolby Atmos content in Apple Music, but at least the earbuds are comfy with long battery life.
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Logitech Keys-To-Go 2 review: A super slim travel companion for almost any gadget
For just $80, Logitech’s Keys-To-Go 2 is a super slim and surprisingly versatile universal travel keyboard.
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Google’s greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50 percent in five years due to AI
Google’s greenhouse gas emissions spiked by nearly 50 percent in the last five years thanks to energy-guzzling data centers required to power artificial intelligence, according to the company’s 2024 Environmental Report
Texas age-verification law for pornography websites is going to the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will hear a case about one of laws that led Pornhub to shutter operations in multiple states earlier this year.
Here's all the Samsung hardware and announcements we expect from the Unpacked event on July 10
Samsung has lined up an Unpacked event for July 10. We're expecting to learn more about the Galaxy Ring, as well as new foldable and other devices. A Galaxy Watch Ultra seems to be on the way too,
Meta is changing its policy for the most-moderated word on its platforms
Meta is changing a long-running policy regarding the Arabic word “shaheed,” which has been described as the most-moderated word on the company’s platform.
This early Prime Day deal brings the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone to a record-low price
This early Prime Day deal brings the Samsung Galaxy A35 phone down to a record low. It’s $350, which is $50 off.
JLab's Flex Open Earbuds are a $50 version of the Bose Ultra Open
JLab takes on the Bose Ultra Open earbuds with a $50 model that's more durable and has longer battery life.
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Amazon Prime Day 2024 arrives in July; here are all of the best early Prime Day deals you can shop right now before the event begins.
Sonos has discounted refurbished speakers and soundbars by up to 25 percent
Sonos refurbished sale discounts speakers and soundbars by 25 percent. The Beam Gen 2 is $100 off.
China’s BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales
China’s BYD is catching up with Tesla in sales. The company just posted a 21 percent increase in EVs sold.
Amazon Prime members can get this Blink Outdoor bundle with a video doorbell for 63 percent off in an early Prime Day deal
You can get Blink's Outdoor 4 Camera and Video Doorbell for 63 percent off.
Early Prime Day deals discount the Bose QuietComfort II earbuds to a record-low price on Amazon
If you're looking for a great set of active noise cancelling earbuds, the Bose QuietComfort II may fit the bill, especially since they're $100 off.
This early Prime Day deal on the 13-inch iPad Air M2 is down to a record-low price
Pick it up for $749 right now.
Tesla's year-over-year deliveries decreased for the second quarter in a row
Tesla's YOY distribution continues to decrease in 2024, compared to 2023.
Apple says Vision Pro will allow alternate payment methods in the EU
Apple announced that apps for the Vision Pro, which are distributed on the App Store in the EU, can offer alternative payment options.
Apple now considers its first HomePod to be 'vintage'
Apple has basically decided that anything not new is vintage.
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 review: Success at last
With the Surface Laptop 7, Microsoft has finally created a sleek Arm-based notebook that's a worthy rival to Apple's MacBook Air.
How Apple redesigned its Photos app around customization
Apple executives tell Engadget why customization is one of the core features of the iOS 18 redesign of the Photos app.
Skullcandy expands its earbud lineup with three sport models all under $100
Skullcandy has unveiled three sets of earbuds designed for the "most active and adventurous consumers."
The Morning After: Supreme Court rejects rulings on social media moderation
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The best noise-canceling headphones for 2024
Noise cancellation is a primary feature on most flagship, over-ear headphones. If you're looking to get a pair of cans that can truly block out the world, these are the best noise-canceling headphones you can get today.