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Security Apple

Apple denies using Siri recordings to serve targeted ads

Rumors resurface following Apple's $95 million lawsuit settlement
In context: It's a phenomenon that has been around since the dawn of the modern tech age: seeing an advertisement for an item, usually on social media, that you'd recently been talking about. It's often blamed on companies recording conversations and sending them to advertisers. Now, Apple has refuted rumors that this is something it does using Siri.
Full story By Rob Thubron,
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Mobile Google

Google Pixel 4A update could hamper battery performance for some owners

Facepalm: Software updates are traditionally designed to improve a device's performance and overall functionality. Occasionally, however, manufacturers are forced to release updates that have a known negative impact on performance. While the stated goals may change, users are never pleased when they are forced to sacrifice amenities like speed and battery life they once enjoyed.
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Hardware Mobile

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 is the world's first rollable display laptop you can actually buy

It's not a concept anymore
The big picture: Lenovo is redefining portable computing with the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable. Unveiled at CES 2025, this innovative laptop features a 14-inch OLED display that can expand vertically to an impressive 16.7 inches at the press of a button – or, for a touch of futuristic flair, with a simple wave of your hand.
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Software Gaming

Microsoft to merge Xbox and Windows features for better gaming on handhelds

Will Windows handhelds get a much-needed boost?
TL;DR: Microsoft is looking to bring the Xbox experience to PC and handheld gaming. Speaking at an AMD and Lenovo event at CES 2025, Microsoft's VP of "Next Generation," Jason Ronald, said that the combined Xbox and Windows experience could be rolled out before the end of this year. But isn't this just a reactionary move to SteamOS coming after PC gaming?
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The Web Tech Culture

Zuckerberg's free speech push for Facebook and Instagram replaces fact checkers with community notes

You'll be able to say pretty much whatever you want on Meta's platforms
A hot potato: It seems that Meta is going to become a lot more like X, at least when it comes to what you can say on the company's platforms. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced the suspension of the fact-checking program, a reduction in the amount of censorship, and the recommendation of more political content across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
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Mobile Electronics

OnePlus 13 debuts to positive reviews as a $899 flagship

The OnePlus 13 continues to excel as a value-packed flagship phone, despite a price hike. It stands out with exceptional battery life, bright display, smooth performance, and robust build quality. With an impressive camera, magnetic accessory compatibility and improved water and dust resistance, it matches or surpasses competitors in durability.
By Ivan Franco,
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