Summary To use Microsoft’s new Bing Chat AI: iPhone and Android users can download the Bing app and access the chatbot from there. The AI chatbot space is starting to really heat up. Microsoft has its own version ofChatGPT—called the “new Bing” or “Bing Chat”—and it might be even better. Let’s take a closer look at Microsoft’s favorite new toy. What Is Bing AI Chat? Bing Chat—also referred to as “New Bing”—is an integration of ChatGPT with Microsoft’s search engine....

You have plenty of options as far as ultra-premium audio goes. Sony and Bose, however, are the two top names that most frequently come up. TheSony WF-1000XM5are some of the best wireless earbuds your money can buy, with world-class ANC and excellent audio quality. But they’re also frequently compared to theBose QuietComfort Earbuds II, which are pretty good as well. With new headphones and earbuds, however, the competition just got more interesting....

Quick Links Summary VR does not require two eyes to work. However, some games may be too difficult with one eye, and for some users the experience may not be as immersive thanks to the narrow field of vision current headsets offer. If you have one functional eye,virtual realitymay not hold much appeal, like paying extra for a 3D movie ticket but being unable to see the 3D effect. However, there’s more to VR than 3D images, and you may find it works better than exepected....

Quick Links Summary The Dangbei Neo is a decent projector with a number of desirable features including official apps for the likes of YouTube and Netflix. However, there are also some downsides, including a relatively dim 540 lumens of brightness. If you catch it on sale for around $500, it is worth the money. There are many reasons topick a projector over a TV, but once you make that decision, you’re then left trying to choose one....

Summary Smart speakers are a great addition to your smart home setup, but what happens when the Wi-Fi goes down? I tested my HomePod Mini, Amazon Echo, and Google Nest Hub without Wi-Fi to see if they still worked. Hint: it’s not good. You Might as Well Write Off Your Smart Speaker Without Wi-Fi When it comes down to it, smart speakers without Wi-Fi aren’t very smart. In fact, They’re just regular dumb speakers (and sometimes worse)....

Quick Links I’m pretty sure you’ve heard that you’re able to speed up your smartphone’s charging by enabling airplane mode, but does it actually work? What about other claims—like charging your smartphone overnight can damage the battery. Are all these beliefs just misconceptions people have about batteries, or is there any truth to them? Claim: Charging a Phone in Airplane Mode Leads to Fast Charging Speed Generally, all smartphones continuously search for and maintain connections to cellular andWi-Fi networks....

Quick Links Summary Holiday scams are getting more sophisticated each year. Practice good cybersecurity habits, and be very careful of what calls, texts, and emails you trust. The holiday season is here, whether you’re happy about it or are a Grinch. It’s a time to shop, enjoy the festivities, and spend time with family, but make sure you avoid all the holiday fraud. Unfortunately, every year, thousands of people fall victim to scams....

Summary Email phishing scams have been around for a long time, and it’s easy to fall prey to these convincing schemes. The best way to defend yourself against social engineering is to stay aware and informed. Why Phishing Scams Are Effective One of the most common forms of online threats is the email phishing scam. It’s been around since the 1990’s, and the tactics have become more sophisticated through the years....

Summary When building a new PC, it’s easy to get distracted by flashy RGB goodies. While you’re busy picking out the brightest fans and memory sticks, it’s just as easy to overlook one of the most critical parts of your build—the motherboard. Unless you’re a hardware fanatic, you probably aren’t even aware of how important your motherboard is for your PC build. Understandably, a $100budget motherboardlike theMSI PRO A620M-Ecan get the same job done as the much more expensiveMSI MAG X870 Tomahawk Wi-Fi....

Summary When you think of robotics, you probably don’t think of animals you can ride. Kawasaki seeks to change that, unveiling a wild concept for a hydrogen-powered quadrupedal robot that you can ride like a horse as it leaps through rocky terrain. It sounds a little crazy, but it might be the way of the future. The Corleo, a Rideable Robot Animal Allow me to introduce theCorleo, a concept vehicle from Kawasaki Heavy Industries....

Google has finally confirmed that its next Pixel launch event will take place on July 20, 2025, in New York City. Google sent out invites that tell attendees to expect the latest updates to the Pixel Portfolio. This year’s event is happening a little later than the Pixel 9 unveiling last year, which was on August 13. It looks like Google is cutting it a bit close to the rumored iPhone 17 unveiling, which is supposedly happening the week of July 06, 2025....

Summary One of the standout features of web browsers we’ve come to rely on is extensions. If you use Safari on your Mac, you may have noticed the extension landscape on Apple’s browser looks a little sparse compared to its rivals, and there are some pretty specific reasons for that. Apple Makes It Difficult If you’ve ever downloaded extensions for Chrome, Firefox, or even Microsoft Edge, you know it’s usually a pretty seamless process....

Quick Links Summary LEGO YouTubers use lots of methods to help make LEGO more affordable. They could make money from ad revenue, affiliate sales, Patreon subscriptions, and other sources to fund their channels. Then, by operating as a business, they can reduce the tax rate on their LEGO purchases. Some YouTubers may even receive LEGO sets to review for free. Have you ever wondered how LEGO YouTubers afford all those LEGO sets?...