The dawn of the internet age brought with it a plethora of innovative communication tools, and ICQ was among the pioneers. As one of the early instant messenger services, ICQ allowed users to engage in real-time chats, a concept that was groundbreaking at the time. The service differentiated itself by assigning users unique numbers for
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Despite initial skepticism, Judge James Donato is considering Epic Games’ demands in the trial against Google Play Store. One of the biggest demands was for Google to allow the Epic Games Store to exist within the Google Play Store and have access to all the apps available on the platform. This development came as a
The recent lawsuit filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court by the families of the Uvalde, Texas school shooting victims against Meta, Activision, and Daniel Defense has sparked a debate on the impact of video games on real-world violence. The families allege that these companies promoted the use of firearms to underage boys, leading to
Kia has made a significant leap in the electric vehicle market with the finalized version of its EV3 small electric SUV. The standout feature of this vehicle is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), setting it apart from other EVs in the market. Originally introduced as a concept vehicle, the EV3 will soon be available
In the fast-paced world of technology, startups often emerge with innovative ideas and ambitious goals. However, not all of them succeed in capturing the market and gaining widespread acceptance. One such example is Humane, a startup behind the AI Pin wearable computer, which has faced criticism and is now on the hunt for a potential
Scarlett Johansson recently made a statement claiming that OpenAI had asked her to be the voice behind ChatGPT, an AI voice system, but after she declined, the company went ahead and created a voice that sounded incredibly similar to her. This revelation has caused Johansson to hire legal counsel and send inquiries to OpenAI about
The collaboration between LG and Meta to develop an extended reality (XR) device seems to be facing challenges, with reports indicating a potential pause in the partnership. LG had initially announced the joint venture with Meta to create a device that could rival Apple’s Vision Pro headset just three months ago. However, Korean news outlets
A recent incident involving two University of California, Santa Cruz students has highlighted the potential risks associated with security vulnerabilities in internet-connected appliances. Alexander Sherbrooke and Iakov Taranenko discovered a flaw in the API of internet-connected washing machines manufactured by CSC ServiceWorks, which allowed them to manipulate the machines to operate without payment and falsely
Sonos, a leading tech company known for its high-quality audio products, is generating buzz with the upcoming launch of what many believe to be its “most requested product ever” – the Sonos Ace wireless headphones. Set to be unveiled on May 21st, the Ace headphones have been eagerly anticipated by consumers. Recent hints and leaks
As the summer approaches, many of us are bracing ourselves for the inevitable rise in cooling bills. However, there is a smart solution that can help you stay comfortable while also saving money on your energy bills – the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium. This innovative device is currently on sale at Amazon, Best Buy, and