John Shirley

YouTube to Use AI for Teen Account Detection and Safety Measures YouTube is testing a new machine learning tool designed to identify whether viewers should be classified as teens. The platform will analyze user behavior, including search history, video categories watched, and account age, to determine if an account belongs to a minor. If the […]

Data Breach at Tea App Exposes User Images and Private Messages Last week, the women-focused dating safety app Tea suffered a data breach that exposed personal information, including user images and private messages. Initially, the company claimed there was no evidence of current or additional user data being affected. However, new reports indicate the breach

Google Expands AI Mode Features with Image and PDF Support Google is rolling out new updates to its AI Mode on desktop, enhancing its capabilities to process images and PDFs. Starting this week, users can ask detailed questions about uploaded images, similar to the existing mobile functionality. In the coming weeks, desktop users will also

Apple Watch Ultra 2 Hits Record-Low Price at $650 The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is now available for its lowest price ever at $650, making it an attractive option for endurance athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. Designed for rugged use, this smartwatch features a 49-millimeter titanium case, 100-meter water resistance, and dive support down to 40

Apple MacBook Deals Hit Record Lows: M4-Powered Models Now Cheaper Than Ever If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your laptop, now might be the time. Apple’s latest MacBooks with the powerful M4 chip are seeing significant price drops, making them more affordable than ever. The 13-inch MacBook Air M4 recently hit

Anker Power Bank Deals Still Available After Prime Day Prime Day may be over, but Anker continues to offer some excellent deals on power banks and charging accessories. If you missed out on the sales, there’s still a chance to grab high-quality charging solutions at discounted prices. One standout deal is the Anker Laptop Power

Google Expands AI Mode to UK Search Users Amid Accuracy Concerns Google has expanded its AI Mode feature to users in the UK, following its initial rollout in the US earlier this year. The tool, which provides conversational responses to search queries, is designed to offer more intuitive answers to complex or multi-part questions. However,

UK Online Safety Act Sparks VPN Boom as Users Seek Workarounds The UK’s Online Safety Act, which came into effect on July 25, has led to a surge in VPN usage as residents look for ways to bypass new age restrictions. The law requires websites to protect minors from harmful content, including pornography and eating

Sony Sues Tencent Over Alleged Horizon Zero Dawn Clone Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent, accusing the Chinese tech giant of copying nearly every aspect of its Horizon franchise for an upcoming open-world hunting game called Light of Motiram. The legal action highlights striking similarities between Tencent’s game and Sony’s Horizon Zero Dawn, Horizon

First Look at Starfleet Academy Trailer Reveals Easter Eggs and Returning Characters The long-awaited Star Trek: Starfleet Academy series has finally dropped its first trailer, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect when the show premieres in early 2026. Set at the iconic Starfleet Academy in future San Francisco, the series follows a group