Author: Michael Comaous
Tada Images/Shutterstock Chromebooks are simple productivity machines, or, as one Apple executive once put it, “cheap testing tools.” At least, that was the case a few years ago, before Google made it possible to download Android apps from the Play Store. The addition of Steam has been another major change, making it possible to turn your laptop into a gaming machine. For those without a modern gaming PC or console, a Chromebook with Steam opens a lot of doors. You can now play nearly any game on a Chromebook. Of course,…
It should come as no surprise that students the world over are using ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots to cheat. On homework, on tests, and on anything else you care to mention. After all, why work something out yourself when there’s an AI chatbot waiting and willing to do the hard work for you? This is obviously a problem in need of fixing, and OpenAI’s answer is a Study Mode that’s now baked into ChatGPT. The idea is to stop students from simply asking ChatGPT to tell them the answer to a question, and to have ChatGPT teach them…
Anthropic has revoked OpenAI’s access to its Claude family of AI models, according to a report in Wired. Sources told Wired that OpenAI was connecting Claude to internal tools that allowed the company to compare Claude’s performance to its own models in categories like coding, writing, and safety. In a statement provided to TechCrunch, Anthropic spokesperson said, “OpenAI’s own technical staff were also using our coding tools ahead of the launch of GPT-5,” which is apparently “a direct violation of our terms of service.” (Anthropic’s commercial terms forbid companies from using Claude to build competing services.) However, the company also…
Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityI’ve been using smartphones since 2011, and they’ve all been Samsung and Google devices (aside from a few other brands due to my job). Both companies have come a long way over the years, and while the S24 Ultra is my phone of choice for now, that may soon change for one reason. Pixels and Galaxy phones each have their strengths and weaknesses, but one thing I’ve always found Google is best at is customer support, while Samsung has more reliable devices.As I think back on my experience with both, I’ve started to reevaluate which of…
That’s a savings of $24 off the list price of this handy, portable hamper. Buy Now at Walmart Features Removable bag with 8 hooks and loops Made from durable 600D oxford cloth 4 rolling caster wheels, 2 of which are lockable Rolling cart has 2 handles Source link
How did we choose these Amazon deals? ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive…
Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.Today’s NYT Connections puzzle could be tough. But the purple category is pretty fun, at least if you’re fascinated with musical groups and their names. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.The Times now has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. Players who are registered with the…
Samsung has confirmed that its next-generation tablets, the Galaxy Tab S11 series, will launch in the second half of 2025. While the exact month hasn’t been revealed yet, the announcement gives a clear sign that fans won’t have to wait until 2026. This news came straight from the company’s Q2 2025 earnings call. Tech Advisor New Galaxy Tabs Expected Before Year-End Last year, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra in September. Many expected a similar timeline for the S11 series, and this new update supports that idea. Although Samsung didn’t say whether the launch will happen…
Sometimes a full season commitment feels like too much. That’s when a good mini-series hits the spot—short, intense, and satisfying. These picks have the ratings to back them up and are impossible to stop watching once you start. 10 Catch-22 (IMDb Rating: 7.7/10) Watch Catch-22 on Hulu Many of us will remember Joseph Heller’s 1961 novel from English class, but I found the subsequent movie adaptations of Catch-22 to be quite underwhelming. This six-part 2019 reworking breathes new life into the source material, with standout performances from Kyle Chandler and George Clooney. Catch-22 is considered by many to be the…
Summary Buying your own Wi-Fi router can potentially be cheaper in the long run, or at least offer more advanced performance and features. It also simplifies transitioning between ISPs — all you have to do is bridge your router to your modem to get all your devices back online. There are downsides, however, such as reduced ISP support, and the need to familiarize yourself with Wi-Fi tech for the sake of shopping and settings management. Many eons ago, it used to be that after a technician installed internet access in your home, you were on your own when it came…