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  13.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It’s pretty easy to find a solid pair of wireless earbuds today. New wireless Bluetooth earbuds are arriving at a constant pace nowadays, and most of them from big players like Sony, Bose, Beats and others will serve people well. While all that variety is good for your wallet, that also means deciding which pair of earbuds is best for you can be tricky. You’ve got to consider things like active noise cancellation (ANC), waterproof ratings, sound quality, design and more. We at Engadget are constantly testing and reviewing new Bluetooth earbuds at <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-budget-wireless-earbuds-130028735.html">all price ranges</a> to provide the best buying advice and refine our favorites. This buying guide breaks down our current top picks, and lays out everything you need to know before choosing the best wireless earbuds for your needs.</p>
  14. <h2>What to look for in wireless earbuds</h2>
  15. <p>When it comes to shopping for earbuds, the first thing to consider is design or wear style. Do you prefer a semi-open fit like <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/airpods-pro-review-second-generation-130048218-130048292.html">AirPods</a> or do you want something that completely closes off your ears? If you’re shopping for earbuds with active noise cancellation, you&#39;ll want the latter, but a case can be made for the former if you want to wear them all day or frequent places where you need to be tuned in to the ambient sounds. The overall shape of earbuds can determine whether you get a comfortable fit, so can the size and weight, so you’ll want to consider all that before deciding. And remember: audio companies aren’t perfect, so despite lots of research, the earbud shape they decided on may not fit you well. Don’t be afraid to return ill-fitting earbuds for something that’s more comfortable.</p>
  16. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>As wireless earbuds have become the norm, they’re now more reliable for basic things like consistent Bluetooth connectivity. Companies are still in a race to pack as much as they can into increasingly smaller designs. This typically means a longer list of features on the more premium sets of earbuds with basic functionality on the cheapest models. Carefully consider what you can’t live without when selecting your next earbuds, and make sure key items like automatic pausing and multipoint connectivity are on the spec sheet. You’ll also want to investigate the volume controls as you’ll often have to sacrifice access to something else to make that adjustment via on-board taps or swipes.</p>
  17. <p>When it comes to battery life, the average set of earbuds lasts about five hours on a single charge. You can find sets that last longer, but this is likely enough to get you through a work day if you’re docking the buds during lunch or the occasional meeting. You’ll want to check on how many extra charges are available via the case and if it supports wireless charging.</p>
  18. <p>Companies will also make lofty claims about call quality on wireless earbuds. Despite lots of promises, the reality is most earbuds still leave you sounding like you’re on speakerphone. There are some sets that deliver, but don’t get your hopes up unless reviews confirm the claims.</p>
  19. <p>Sound can be subjective, so we recommend trying before you buy if at all possible. We understand this isn’t easy at a time when we’re doing most of our shopping online. But trying on a set of earbuds and listening to them for a few minutes can save you from an expensive case of buyer&#39;s remorse. If a store doesn’t allow a quick demo, most retailers have return policies that will let you take earbuds back you don’t like. Of course, you have to be willing to temporarily part with funds in order to do this.</p>
  20. <p>We also recommend paying attention to things like <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/indie-labels-say-apple-musics-spatial-audio-royalties-only-benefit-the-biggest-player-211730447.html">Spatial Audio</a>, Dolby Atmos, 360 Reality Audio and other immersive formats. Not all earbuds support them, so you’ll want to make sure a perspective pair does if that sort of thing excites you.</p>
  21. <h2>How we test wireless Bluetooth earbuds</h2>
  22. <p>The primary way we test earbuds is to wear them as much as possible. We prefer to do this over a one- to two-week period, but sometimes embargoes don’t allow it. During this time, we listen to a mix of music and podcasts, while also using the earbuds to take both voice and video calls. Since battery life for earbuds is typically less than a full day, we drain the battery with looping music and the volume set at a comfortable level (usually around 75 percent).</p>
  23. <p>To judge audio quality, we listen to a range of genres, noting any differences in the sound profile across the styles. We also test at both low and high volumes to check for consistency in the tuning. To assess call quality, we’ll record audio samples with the earbuds’ microphones as well as have third parties call us.</p>
  24. <p>When it comes to features, we do a thorough review of companion apps, testing each feature as we work through the software. Any holdovers from previous models are double checked for improvements or regression. If the earbuds we’re testing are an updated version of a previous model, we’ll spend time getting reacquainted with the older buds. Ditto for the closest competition for each new set of earbuds that we review.</p>
  25. <h2>Best wireless earbuds</h2>
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  34. <h2>Other wireless Bluetooth earbuds we tested</h2>
  35. <h3>Bose Ultra Open Earbuds</h3>
  36. <p>Bose created something very unique for <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/bose-ultra-open-earbuds-review-function-meets-fashion-140015467.html">this set of earbuds</a> that allows you to stay in-tune with the world while listening to audio content. The clip-on design is very comfortable, but sound quality suffers due to the open-type fit, especially when it comes to bass and spatial audio.</p>
  37. <h3>Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7</h3>
  38. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/audio-technica-ath-twx7-review-good-earbuds-with-frustrating-flaws-160054450.html">These stick buds</a> have a compact design that’s comfortable to wear and the warm sound profile is great at times. However, overall audio performance is inconsistent and there’s no automatic pausing.</p>
  39. <h3>Master &amp; Dynamic MW09</h3>
  40. <p>Retooled audio, better ambient sound mode and reliable multipoint Bluetooth are the best things the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/master--dynamic-mw09-review-premium-materials-impeccable-clarity-132522028.html">MW09</a> has to offer. They’re expensive though, and you can find better ANC performance elsewhere.</p>
  41. <h3>Beats Studio Buds +</h3>
  42. <p>Updates to sound, ANC and battery life top the spec sheet <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/beats-studio-buds-plus-review-140028329.html">here</a>, and the new clear color option has some throwback energy I love. But there are some basic features missing, and Beats doesn’t come close to Apple’s natural audio quality in transparency mode.</p>
  43. <h3>JBL Tour Pro 2</h3>
  44. <p>These <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/jbl-tour-pro-2-review-130009659.html">earbuds</a> are feature-packed, including a touchscreen “smart case.” They aren’t the most consistent in terms of overall performance though, and I’m not convinced that case provides a lot of utility just yet.</p>
  45. <h2>FAQs</h2>
  46. <h3>What is considered good battery life for true wireless earbuds?</h3>
  47. <p>Most wireless earbuds will last five hours on a single charge, at the least. You can find some pairs that have even better battery life, lasting between six and eight hours before they need more juice. All of the best wireless earbuds come with a charging case, which will provide additional hours of battery life — but you&#39;ll have to return each bud to the case in order to charge them up.</p>
  48. <h3>Is sound quality better on headphones or earbuds?</h3>
  49. <p>Comparing sound quality on earbuds and headphones is a bit like comparing apples and oranges. There are a lot of variables to consider and the differences in components make a direct comparison difficult. Personally, I prefer the audio quality from over-ear headphones, but I can tell you the sound from earbuds like <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-3-earbuds-announced-220016884.html">Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 3</a> is also outstanding.</p>
  50. <h3>Which wireless earbuds have the longest battery life?</h3>
  51. <p>With new models coming out all the time, tracking the hours of battery life for each this can be difficult to keep tabs on. The longest-lasting earbuds we’ve reviewed are <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-12-20-audio-technica-ath-cks5tw-true-wireless-earbuds-review.html">Audio-Technica’s ATH-CKS5TW</a>. The company states they last 15 hours, but the app was still showing 40 percent at that mark during our tests. The only downside is these earbuds debuted in 2019 and both technology and features have improved since. In terms of current models, <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/master-and-dynamic-mw08-review-true-wireless-earbuds-143027692.html">Master &amp; Dynamic’s MW08</a> offers 12 hours of use on a charge with ANC off (10 with ANC on) and JBL has multiple options with 10-hour batteries.</p>
  52. <h3>What wireless earbuds are waterproof?</h3>
  53. <p>There are plenty of options these days when it comes to increased water resistance. To determine the level of protection, you’ll want to look for an IP (ingress protection) rating. The first number indicates intrusion protection from things like dust. The second number is the level of moisture protection and you’ll want to make sure that figure is 7 or higher. At this water-resistance rating, earbuds can withstand full immersion for up to 30 minutes in depths up to one meter (3.28 feet). If either of the IP numbers is an X, that means it doesn’t have any special protection. For example, a pair of wireless earbuds that are IPX7 wouldn’t be built to avoid dust intrusion, but they would be ok if you dropped them in shallow water.</p>
  54. <h3>Which earbuds stay in ears the best?</h3>
  55. <p>A secure fit can vary wildly from person to person. All of our ears are different, so audio companies are designing their products to fit the most people they can with a single shape. This is why AirPods will easily fall out for some but stay put for others. Design touches like wing tips or fins typically come on fitness models and those elements can help keep things in place. You’ll likely just have to try earbuds on, and if they don’t fit well return them.</p>
  56. <h3>What wireless earbuds work with PS5?</h3>
  57. <p>PlayStation 5 doesn’t support Bluetooth audio without an adapter or dongle. Even <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sony-inzone-gaming-monitors-headsets-specs-pricing-availability-210056794.html">Sony’s own gaming headsets</a> come with a transmitter that connects to the console. There are universal options that allow you to use any headphones, headset or earbuds with a PS5. Once you have one, plug it into a USB port on the console and pair your earbuds with it.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-wireless-earbuds-120058222.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  177.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Apple is launching new iPads May 7: Here's what to expect from the 'Let Loose' event]]></title>
  178.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/apple/">Apple</a> has scheduled its next product showcase <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-will-host-a-pre-wwdc-virtual-event-on-may-7-145859085.html">for May 7</a>, a few weeks before the Worldwide Developers Conference <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apples-wwdc-keynote-is-scheduled-for-june-10-180558453.html">gets under way</a>. While the company is, as usual, being a bit coy about what's on deck, the signs are all there. It had been <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/an-oled-ipad-pro-and-the-first-big-screen-ipad-air-will-reportedly-arrive-in-may-204056132.html">rumored for months</a> that Apple would refresh its iPad lineup in May. Sure enough, the image on the announcement for this "Let Loose" event includes an illustration of a hand holding an Apple Pencil.&nbsp;</p>
  179. <p>Various reports over recent months have offered some insight as to what Apple has up its sleeves. So, with that in mind, here's what to expect from the upcoming iPad event:</p>
  180. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h2 id="jump-link-m3-ipad-pro">M3 iPad Pro</h2>
  181. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2022-11/bf461bf0-59e1-11ed-9df3-71cf9e8f9865" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2022-11/bf461bf0-59e1-11ed-9df3-71cf9e8f9865" style="height:1600px;width:2400px;" alt="Apple iPad Pro (2022) " data-uuid="fad0356a-c118-3192-b3e8-a9dc40f40cc9"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Nathan Ingraham / Engadget</div></figure>
  182. <p>It's been about 18 months since Apple <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-ipad-pro-2022-m2-review-140026198-140026510-140026377-140026181.html">updated any of its iPads</a>, so its tablet lineup is due for a refresh. It won't exactly come as a surprise to see Apple slot M3 chips into the latest iPad Pro models, since the most recent versions run on M2 chipsets.</p>
  183. <p>Otherwise, the biggest update is expected to come in the form of <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/an-oled-ipad-pro-and-the-first-big-screen-ipad-air-will-reportedly-arrive-in-may-204056132.html">OLED displays</a>, according to <em>Bloomberg</em>’s Mark Gurman. That should bring richer colors and deeper blacks to the iPad Pro.</p>
  184. <p>Since OLED panels are thinner than LCD panels, that should allow Apple to reduce the thickness of the iPad Pro. According to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/02/20/larger-ipad-air-thinner-ipad-pro/" data-original-link="https://9to5mac.com/2024/02/20/larger-ipad-air-thinner-ipad-pro/"><em>9to5 Mac</em></a>, the 11-inch iPad Pro will be 0.8 mm thinner at 5.1 mm, while the 12.9-inch model will be more noticeably slender, as the thickness is expected to drop by 1.5 mm to 5 mm. A leaker has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:8;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/20/new-ipad-pro-models-thinner-bezels-rumor/" data-original-link="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/20/new-ipad-pro-models-thinner-bezels-rumor/">suggested</a> that the bezels could be up to 15 percent thinner than previous models as well.</p>
  185. <p>Rumors have been swirling for a while that Apple may offer a glass-backed iPad Pro this year to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:9;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/18/ipad-pro-magsafe-charging/" data-original-link="https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/18/ipad-pro-magsafe-charging/">enable MagSafe charging</a>. Meanwhile, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:10;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ipad-pro/ios-174-hints-that-apple-might-finally-put-a-landscape-face-id-camera-on-an-ipad-pro" data-original-link="https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ipad-pro/ios-174-hints-that-apple-might-finally-put-a-landscape-face-id-camera-on-an-ipad-pro">there have been hints</a> that Apple will solve one of our biggest iPad bugbears and move the front-facing camera to the landscape edge of the Pro, <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-ipad-10th-generation-review-160014897.html">as it did</a> with the entry-level iPad in late 2022. That means the camera will be more optimally placed for those who use a Magic Keyboard or folks who simply prefer a landscape orientation.</p>
  186. <h2 id="jump-link-m2-ipad-air">M2 iPad Air</h2>
  187. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2022-03/de844380-a47d-11ec-b6be-9dd2ff775c4e" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2022-03/de844380-a47d-11ec-b6be-9dd2ff775c4e" style="height:1333px;width:2000px;" alt="Apple iPad Air (2022)" data-uuid="4f5d2136-3dba-382a-8eeb-c39dbdbe4e7f"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Nathan Ingraham / Engadget</div></figure>
  188. <p>As for the iPad Air, which Apple has left in stasis <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-ipad-air-5th-generation-review-130019050.html">for over two years</a>, that's expected to get an upgrade to M2 chips from the M1 that the tablets currently use. There are rumblings that Apple will go with the older chip in the iPad Air to differentiate it from Pro models and ensure that the latter devices clearly remain its highest-end tablets. Reports suggest that the iPad Air's front-facing camera is also blessedly moving to the landscape edge.</p>
  189. <p>There is one other big change we're expecting for the iPad Air, and I mean that in the most literal sense. Apple is rumored to be prepping the first 12.9-inch iPad Air. It's likely to be the least expensive option for a large-screen iPad, even though that would run somewhat against the "Air" part of the name.</p>
  190. <p>Display analyst Ross Young previously suggested that the 12.9-inch iPad Air screen would have a mini-LED display, but that no longer appears to be happening — at least for now. However, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:13;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/04/24/ross-young-new-ipad-air-wont-feature-mini-led-after-all-but-a-new-mystery-ipad-is-coming-in-q4/" data-original-link="https://9to5mac.com/2024/04/24/ross-young-new-ipad-air-wont-feature-mini-led-after-all-but-a-new-mystery-ipad-is-coming-in-q4/">Young says</a> that Apple may release an iPad Air with such a display later this year. Meanwhile, the new iPad Air models <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:14;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/04/22/new-ipad-air-features/" data-original-link="https://9to5mac.com/2024/04/22/new-ipad-air-features/">may have a larger camera bump</a>, perhaps so Apple can add a flash.</p>
  191. <h2 id="jump-link-magic-keyboard-and-apple-pencil">New Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil</h2>
  192. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-02/afababe0-c4cc-11ee-afc3-06cd66a9395b" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-02/afababe0-c4cc-11ee-afc3-06cd66a9395b" style="height:583px;width:875px;" alt="The latest Apple Pencil with USB-C charging falls to a new low" data-uuid="c43ded44-36a0-3a98-9224-c1bc930b81ee"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Engadget</div></figure>
  193. <p>Gurman <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:15;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-03/apple-september-12-event-iphone-15-charging-port-change-to-usb-c-from-lightning-lm3gn2hs" data-original-link="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-03/apple-september-12-event-iphone-15-charging-port-change-to-usb-c-from-lightning-lm3gn2hs">reported last year</a> that Apple was working on a revamped Magic Keyboard, but only for the iPad Pro, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:16;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-12-10/apple-aapl-to-fix-confusing-ipad-lineup-with-new-ipad-pro-mid-tier-ipad-air-lpzjekw4?sref=10lNAhZ9" data-original-link="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-12-10/apple-aapl-to-fix-confusing-ipad-lineup-with-new-ipad-pro-mid-tier-ipad-air-lpzjekw4?sref=10lNAhZ9">not the Air lineup</a>. The updated keyboard is said to make the iPad Pro look more like a laptop, with a larger trackpad. It's said to be made of aluminum to make it sturdier than previous models, though "the exterior shell of the Magic Keyboard will retain the cover material of the current model," Gurman says.</p>
  194. <p>In addition, Apple is expected to unveil a new Apple Pencil to replace the second-gen model. Dataminers have suggested that an updated peripheral could <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:17;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/04/03/ios-17-5-apple-pencil-4-rumor/" data-original-link="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/04/03/ios-17-5-apple-pencil-4-rumor/">include a squeeze gesture</a> to carry out certain actions and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:18;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/01/25/apple-pencil-3-find-my/" data-original-link="https://9to5mac.com/2024/01/25/apple-pencil-3-find-my/">have Find My support</a>. Some reports <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:19;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/25/apple-pencil-visionon-support-in-testing/" data-original-link="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/25/apple-pencil-visionon-support-in-testing/">have indicated</a> the next Apple Pencil could work with Vision Pro drawing apps too.</p>
  195. <h2 id="jump-link-what-not-to-expect-a-new-ipad-or-ipad-mini">What not to expect: A new iPad or iPad mini</h2>
  196. <p>Even though the iPad mini in particular is getting very long in the tooth — the most recent model arrived in September 2021 — you probably shouldn't expect a new model to show up at the Let Loose event. Not are we expecting to see a new base iPad. <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:20;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/03/29/new-ipad-mini-features/" data-original-link="https://9to5mac.com/2024/03/29/new-ipad-mini-features/">Reports</a> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:21;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.tomsguide.com/news/ipad-2024-11th-gen-everything-we-know-so-far" data-original-link="https://www.tomsguide.com/news/ipad-2024-11th-gen-everything-we-know-so-far">suggest</a> an 11th-gen iPad and an updated iPad mini may arrive later this year, but maybe don't hold your breath for them.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apple-is-launching-new-ipads-may-7-heres-what-to-expect-from-the-let-loose-event-210041117.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  247.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Spotify tests Apple's resolve with new pricing update in the EU]]></title>
  248.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It&#39;s a post-<a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tech-giant-gatekeepers-must-comply-with-all-of-the-eus-new-digital-market-rules-065324264.html">Digital Markets Act</a> (DMA) world, and Spotify continues to test what that means for its iOS app. The <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/SpotifyNews/status/1783130145605173309">music streamer announced</a> that it submitted an update for Apple&#39;s approval that would allow <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/spotify-will-launch-its-own-in-app-payment-system-for-ios-users-in-the-eu-110046271.html">Spotify</a> to display &quot;basic pricing and website information&quot; on its app in Europe and &quot;the bare minimum outlined under the European Commission&#39;s ruling in its music streaming case.&quot; Within a few hours, Apple had rejected the update.</p>
  249. <div id="16fe35835a9c470cb096cedd6d33d9cc"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">&quot;Apple continues to break European law,” and unfortunately that means we still can’t give EU consumers the information they need and the choices they deserve in our app. Here’s what we mean. <a href="https://t.co/tkcXQkRqLy">pic.twitter.com/tkcXQkRqLy</a></p>— Spotify News (@SpotifyNews) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpotifyNews/status/1783130145605173309?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2024</a></blockquote> </div>
  250. <p>In the news, shared in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Spotify&#39;s chief public affairs officer Dustee Jenkins further stated, &quot;By charging developers to communicate with consumers through in-app links, Apple continues to break European law. It&#39;s past time for the Commission to enforce its decision so that consumers can see real, positive benefits.&quot;</p>
  251. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>In the hours following Spotify&#39;s stunt, Apple swiftly moved to reject the update. In a response sent to Spotify and shared with Engadget, the company said the following:</p>
  252. <blockquote><p>Hello team at Spotify,<br><br>We are reaching out to let you know about new information regarding your app, Spotify - Music and Podcasts, version 8.9.33.<br><br>As you may be aware, Apple created a new Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) for iOS and iPadOS music streaming apps offered in EEA storefronts. The entitlement allows music streaming apps to use buttons, external links, or other calls to action to direct customers to a purchase mechanism on a website owned or controlled by the developer. You must accept its terms before adding any of these capabilities to your app. Please find more information about the entitlement here.   <br><br>We note that your current submission includes a call to action to purchase a Spotify subscription on your website. As such, you must accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) and include the entitlement profile in your app for submission. To be clear, this entitlement is required even if your app does not include an external link (nor does it require that you offer an external link). We will, however, approve version 8.9.33 after you accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) and resubmit it for review.<br><br>If you have any questions about this information, please reply to this message to let us know.<br><br>Best regards,<br><br>App Review</p></blockquote>
  253. <p>Spotify is — surprise! — not pleased with this development. A spokesperson for the company told Engadget that &quot;Apple has once again defied the European Commission’s decision, rejecting our update for attempting to communicate with customers about our prices unless we pay Apple a new tax.&quot; They added that Apple&#39;s &quot;disregard for consumers and developers is matched only by their disdain for the law.&quot;</p>
  254. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-netflix-spotify-reader-apps-link-sites-payment-044147213.html">Apple and Spotify</a> have consistently butted heads over what the latter can and can&#39;t do with its iOS app. Following the DMA going into effect, Spotify submitted an update to Apple that would have allowed users to purchase plans directly from the app, but Apple rejected it. Apple did so even though the European Union had just hit it with a nearly <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/eu-fines-apple-nearly-2-billion-for-blocking-alternative-music-apps-134001372.html">$2 billion fine</a> for &quot;blocking&quot; alternative music apps. The EU is also investigating Apple, Meta and Google for <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-eu-is-investigating-apple-meta-and-google-over-fees-and-self-preferencing-124147179.html">self-preferencing</a> and charging developers additional fees.</p>
  255. <p><strong>Update, April 25 2024, 2:50PM ET:  </strong>This story has been updated twice since publishing. The first update, at 8:45AM ET, included Spotify&#39;s reaction to Apple&#39;s rejection. The second update, published at 2:50PM ET, included a letter sent by Apple to Spotify.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/spotify-tests-apples-resolve-with-new-pricing-update-in-the-eu-120004754.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  310.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Tupac Shakur’s estate is none too happy about Drake cloning the late hip-hop legend’s voice in a Kendrick Lamar diss track. <em>Billboard</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.billboard.com/pro/tupac-shakur-estate-drake-diss-track-ai-generated-voice/" data-original-link="https://www.billboard.com/pro/tupac-shakur-estate-drake-diss-track-ai-generated-voice/">reported</a> Wednesday that attorney Howard King, representing Mr. Shakur’s estate, sent a cease-and-desist letter calling Drake’s use of Shakur’s voice “a flagrant violation of Tupac’s publicity and the estate’s legal rights.”</p>
  311. <p>Drake (Aubrey Drake Graham) <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://variety.com/2024/music/news/drake-taylor-made-freestyle-tupac-shakur-taylor-swift-snoop-dogg-1235977178/" data-original-link="https://variety.com/2024/music/news/drake-taylor-made-freestyle-tupac-shakur-taylor-swift-snoop-dogg-1235977178/">dropped</a> the diss track “Taylor Made Freestyle” last Friday, the latest chapter of the artist’s <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.gq.com/story/the-kendrick-lamar-drake-beef-explained" data-original-link="https://www.gq.com/story/the-kendrick-lamar-drake-beef-explained">simmering decade-long feud</a> with Pulitzer and 17-time Grammy award winner Kendrick Lamar.</p>
  312. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>“Kendrick, we need ya, the West Coast savior / Engraving your name in some hip-hop history,” an AI-generated 2Pac recreation raps in Drake’s track. “If you deal with this viciously / You seem a little nervous about all the publicity.”</p>
  313. <p>Representing Shakur’s estate, King wrote in the cease-and-desist letter that Drake has less than 24 hours to pull down “Taylor Made Freestyle,” or the estate would “pursue all of its legal remedies” to force the Canadian rapper’s hand. “The unauthorized, equally dismaying use of Tupac’s voice against Kendrick Lamar, a good friend to the Estate who has given nothing but respect to Tupac and his legacy publicly and privately, compounds the insult,” King wrote, according to <em>Billboard</em>.</p>
  314. <p>“The Estate is deeply dismayed and disappointed by your unauthorized use of Tupac’s voice and personality,” King wrote. “Not only is the record a flagrant violation of Tupac’s publicity and the estate’s legal rights, it is also a blatant abuse of the legacy of one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time. The Estate would never have given its approval for this use.”</p>
  315. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/f32f98e0-0329-11ef-bae3-c7e46a7e5ca8" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/f32f98e0-0329-11ef-bae3-c7e46a7e5ca8" style="height:512px;width:775px;" alt="Rapper Snoop Dogg stands at a podium with the text " data-uuid="7c41cfd9-0db8-38b0-af6f-362dec00426e"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">SnoopDogg.com</div></figure>
  316. <p>“Taylor Made Freestyle” also used AI to clone Snoop Dogg’s voice, with Drake using digital clones of two of Lamar’s west-coast hip-hop influences to try to hit him where it hurts. In a video posted to social media the following day, Snoop <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.bet.com/article/u5pyca/snoop-dogg-reacts-to-being-used-in-drakes-ai-track" data-original-link="https://www.bet.com/article/u5pyca/snoop-dogg-reacts-to-being-used-in-drakes-ai-track">didn’t appear</a> to know about the track. “They did what? When? How? Are you sure?”, the 16-time Grammy nominee and herb connoisseur said. “Why everybody calling my phone, blowing me up? What the fuck? What happened? What's going on? I'm going back to bed. Good night,” he continued.</p>
  317. <p>Engadget emailed Snoop Dogg’s management to ask about his thoughts on Drake cloning his voice. At the time of publication, we hadn’t heard back.</p>
  318. <p>The saga contains more than a bit of irony — if not outright hypocrisy — from Universal Music Group (UMG), the label representing Drake. You may remember the track “Heart on My Sleeve” by “Ghostwriter977,” which <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/copyright-in-spotlight-after-streaming-platforms-pull-ai-generated-drake-song-183513972.html">briefly went viral last year</a>. It was pulled after UMG complained to streaming services because it used an AI-generated version of Drake’s voice (along with The Weeknd).</p>
  319. <p>Engadget asked UMG if it approved of Drake’s use of AI-generated voices in “Taylor Made Freestyle” and where it stands on the broader issue of using artists’ digital clones. We haven’t received a comment at press time. Without a clear explanation, it’s hard not to see the label as being on the side of whatever seems most financially advantageous to it at any particular moment (surprise!).</p>
  320. <p>Laws addressing AI-cloned voices of public figures are still in flux. <em>Billboard</em> notes that federal copyrights don’t clearly cover the issue since AI-generated vocals typically don’t use specific words or music from the original artist. Mr. King, speaking for Shakur’s estate, believes they violate California’s existing publicity rights laws. He described Drake’s use of Shakur’s voice as forming the “false impression that the estate and Tupac promote or endorse the lyrics for the sound-alike.”</p>
  321. <p>Last month, Tennessee <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/elvis-act-tennessee-signed-ai-impersonation-1234992395/" data-original-link="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/elvis-act-tennessee-signed-ai-impersonation-1234992395/">passed</a> the ELVIS (“Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security”) Act to protect artists from unauthorized AI voice clones. The “first-of-its-kind legislation” makes copying a musician’s voice without consent a criminal Class A misdemeanor.</p>
  322. <p>But none of the parties involved in this feud are in Tennessee. On the federal level, things are moving much more slowly, leaving room for legal uncertainty. In January, bipartisan US House legislators <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6943/text?s=1&amp;r=9" data-original-link="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6943/text?s=1&amp;r=9">introduced</a> the No Artificial Intelligence Fake Replicas And Unauthorized Duplications Act (“No AI FRAUD”), putting cloned voices like those Drake used in the government’s crosshairs. Congress hasn’t taken any public action on the bill in the more than three months since.</p>
  323. <p>“It is hard to believe that [Tupac’s record label]’s intellectual property was not scraped to create the fake Tupac AI on the Record,” King wrote in the cease-and-desist letter. He demanded Drake offer “a detailed explanation for how the sound-alike was created and the persons or company that created it, including all recordings and other data ‘scraped’ or used.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/tupacs-estate-threatens-to-sue-drake-for-his-ai-infused-kendrick-lamar-diss-182518997.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  371.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[BlizzCon 2024 is canceled]]></title>
  372.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><em>World of Warcraft</em>, Diablo and Overwatch fans who were looking forward to getting together at BlizzCon in November may be disappointed to learn that <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/blizzard/">Blizzard</a> has canceled this year&#39;s edition of the event. The publisher didn&#39;t give a clear reason as to why it made that decision, but said it was &quot;not made lightly as BlizzCon remains a very special event for all of us, and we know many of you look forward to it.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
  373. <p>Even so, BlizzCon isn&#39;t necessarily gone for good, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/e3-is-officially-dead-153411735.html">unlike E3</a>. &quot;While we’re approaching this year differently and as we have explored different event formats in the past, rest assured that we are just as excited as ever to bring BlizzCon back in future years,&quot; Blizzard <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://blizzcon.com/en-us/news/24072107">wrote in a blog post</a>.</p>
  374. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The publisher plans to spill the beans about expansions (including the upcoming <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/blizzards-next-world-of-warcraft-expansions-make-up-a-three-part-saga-154521763.html">three-part WoW saga</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/diablo-ivs-first-expansion-will-introduce-a-brand-new-class-in-late-2024-200121982.html"><em>Diablo IV </em>DLC</a>) for its franchises at other events, such as industry trade shows and Gamescom. Now that Blizzard is under Microsoft&#39;s umbrella, we can probably expect some news from the publisher at the annual Xbox showcase in June. There are also in-person events lined up for <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/blizzard-partners-with-esl-for-an-open-overwatch-2-esports-circuit-170033793.html">Overwatch esports</a> and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Warcraft.&nbsp;</p>
  375. <p>BlizzCon 2023 was the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/blizzcon-returns-as-an-in-person-event-later-this-year-180934125.html">first in-person edition</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/blizzard-blizzcon-event-canceled-covid-19-coronavirus-205753368.html">since 2019</a>, so to miss out once again in 2024 may come as a blow for many fans. Now they&#39;ll likely need to wait until at least late 2025 to meet up with a bunch of their peers and Blizzard developers again.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/blizzcon-2024-is-canceled-174906497.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  423.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Reddit is back online after a major outage forced everyone to touch grass]]></title>
  424.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Reddit is back after a major outage forced the entire site offline. All told, the outage lasted under an hour before company techs fixed the backend problem, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.redditstatus.com/incidents/014dkyf9dqfl">according to an official status page</a>. This outage  impacted each and every page of the internet&#39;s favorite collection of disparate community forums. Reddit&#39;s fix looks to be working just fine, as everything is loading on my end.</p>
  425. <p>The site <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/reddit-suffers-a-major-outage-after-thousands-of-subreddits-temporarily-shut-down-151741809.html">experienced another outage last year</a>, which also was patched in under an hour. Those Reddit engineers do good work.&nbsp;</p>
  426. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p><strong>Update, April 25 2024, 1:39PM ET:</strong> This story has been updated to include the fact that Reddit engineers have fixed the problem and that the site is back.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/reddit-is-completely-down-so-good-luck-finding-cute-cat-pictures-172755445.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  474.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Formula E debuts Gen3 Evo race car: All-wheel drive unlocks 0-60 mph in 1.82 seconds]]></title>
  475.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Formula E is halfway through its <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/formula-e-gen-e-electric-race-car-164542680.html">Gen3 car cycle</a> and plans are in motion for the upcoming Gen4 racer. However, the series isn&#39;t waiting until that all-new electric car is ready to hit the track to debut some significant upgrades to <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/formula-e-gen3-car-is-living-up-to-its-potential-after-a-rocky-start-130007090.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAC1IiIgJOx4Wz3pLD2-Wn7tvphyemk0U2Is224jC4R6QqnnWPF1zwJFC5MjIrOQOJN23oQ7MdqF3eTCNMmII_22tLwmgVX3-Q9G1NhsZA-9rgdkEdvaY0XKqs4fLIl9yDgZbP_FfLIHcHz4L4uWUCKOINcDmhEyU7IqZd97M0Yk">the current model</a>. Ahead of the Monaco E-Prix this weekend, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.fiaformulae.com/en/what-is-formula-e">Formula E</a> debuted what it calls the Gen3 Evo, the fastest accelerating FIA single seater in the world by current standards. The series is also introducing body changes aimed at improving aerodynamics and durability, particularly to the nose, along with all-wheel drive (AWD) for the first time on a Formula E car.&nbsp;</p>
  476. <p>Formula E says the Gen3 Evo is capable of accelerating a full second faster than the Gen3 version, going from 0 to 60 mph in 1.82 seconds (0-100 kph in 1.86 seconds). It explained that that time is 30 percent faster than a 2024 Formula 1 car and 36 percent faster than the Gen3 EV currently used in races. Those numbers aren&#39;t theoretical either: the series has already achieved the benchmarks on track in Misano, Italy.&nbsp;</p>
  477. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>&quot;It&#39;s not simulated, it&#39;s real,&quot; Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds told Engadget. &quot;It was really timed by the FIA at that speed.&quot; Dodds added that there were some &quot;slight tweaks&quot; in some areas, but the Gen3 Evo should still hit 60 mph in under two seconds when it debuts on track for races next year.&nbsp;</p>
  478. <p>A key aspect of this unlocked acceleration is the use of AWD on a Formula E car for the first time. The series debuted dual powertrains with Gen3, but until now, the one up front was only being used for battery regeneration. AWD will only be used during the later rounds of qualifying (head-to-head duels), the race start and when a driver has activated Attack Mode during the race. Besides the boost to acceleration, drivers should have better control and more grip when AWD is active. Plus, it entirely changes team strategy and could lead to even more exciting racing.&nbsp;</p>
  479. <p>&quot;One of the occasional criticisms I hear is Attack Mode doesn&#39;t have a big enough difference,&quot; Dodds said. &quot;I think with all-wheel drive, that will make a difference.&quot; He also noted that when you have 22 cars that are all capable of 0 to 60 mph in under two seconds barreling towards turn one, &quot;that makes for a high jeopardy, exciting start of a race.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
  480. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/c13f2b30-030f-11ef-bf72-3146b7f1c24a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/c13f2b30-030f-11ef-bf72-3146b7f1c24a" style="height:1333px;width:2000px;" alt="Formula E Gen3 Evo car, front wing detail." data-uuid="54d3597e-07f9-32e6-980d-de9d82af02a9"><figcaption>The redesigned front wing on the Gen3 Evo.</figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Formula E</div></figure>
  481. <p>One frustration of Gen3 that Formula E is addressing with the Gen3 Evo is the fragility of the front wing. As part of a larger overhaul to the body that includes new side pods, rear wing and more, the new car has a redesigned, slightly pointier nose and a strengthened front wing. With the Gen3 car, front wing damage is common, and it often gets stuck under the car, which becomes dangerous for a driver trying to make his way back to the pit lane. In addition to being &quot;stronger&quot; and &quot;more robust,&quot; according to Formula E, the body changes also improve aerodynamics, which could contribute to more wheel-to-wheel battles on track.&nbsp;</p>
  482. <p>Another key change is to the tires. Formula E is still working with Hankook on the all-weather compound used for its races, but the updated version offers 5- to 10-percent more grip compared to the current spec. Dodds explained that this increase in traction is essential since Gen3 Evo employs the front powertrain for AWD.&nbsp;</p>
  483. <p>&quot;If you haven&#39;t got the increase in grip on the tires, that&#39;s pretty challenging to control,&quot; he said.</p>
  484. <p>In total, Formula E says the performance upgrades on the Gen3 Evo equate to a two-second drop in qualifying lap times around the tight, twisty Monaco street circuit. Since the series stipulates qualifying time in that estimate, that means AWD and a higher power mode would be active to achieve it. But, it also means Formula E is unlocking the full potential of what Gen3 has been capable of since its debut last season.&nbsp;</p>
  485. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/396e1350-0310-11ef-b538-c94976767fa3" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/396e1350-0310-11ef-b538-c94976767fa3" style="height:1333px;width:2000px;" alt="Formula E Gen3 Evo driving away from the camera, blurred lights on both sides." data-uuid="b5382f2d-4d20-310d-b700-25668ab55844"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Formula E</div></figure>
  486. <p>Indeed, the bulk of the Gen3 car is still intact. That includes an all-electric race car that&#39;s incredibly efficient, converting 90 percent of its energy to mechanical power. By employing 600kW regenerative braking, the cars produce almost 50 percent of the energy they need to complete a race while on track. Like its predecessor, the Gen3 Evo remains capable of a top speed of 200 mph. And just like before, teams will make performance updates to the cars via software changes in search of any on-track advantage.&nbsp;</p>
  487. <p>Formula E says there has already been some driver testing of the Gen3 Evo behind closed doors, and the feedback has been very positive. Dodds explained that Tag Heuer Porsche&#39;s Pascal Wehrlein and DS Penske&#39;s Jean-Éric Vergne both drove the car in test sessions with rave reviews. Vergne, who is one of the more outspoken drivers on the grid, specifically noted how much better it drives than the current car.&nbsp;</p>
  488. <p>&quot;The sooner we can get to [Gen3 Evo] in season 11, the better, as far as he&#39;s concerned,&quot; Dodds explained. &quot;It&#39;s lovely to get that feedback, because happy drivers often create happy races.&quot;&nbsp;</p>
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  490. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/formula-e-debuts-gen3-evo-race-car-all-wheel-drive-unlocks-0-60-mph-in-182-seconds-173038751.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  544.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Our favorite budget webcam is 20 percent off right now]]></title>
  545.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Anker PowerConf C200 webcam is <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOU1GTVRNUEQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtZnAtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjViYzk4ZDM4LWVkY2ItNDNjYy04ZDJiLTFkMzNlYWNjNzBmZiJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAVCbukCs9PMkgwitJBNRnTrNoU9jsIdC7OFRgY63hJAi&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB09MFMTMPD" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MFMTMPD">20 percent off right now via Amazon</a> or directly from the company. This brings the price down to $48. The $12 dollar discount isn’t the lowest price ever for the webcam, but its dang close. In other words, this is still a fantastic deal.</p>
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  547. <p>The C200 is one of our favorite webcams, easily sliding into second place on our list of the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-webcams-123047068.html">best available models</a>. We loved the easy setup, as all you have to do is plug it into your computer or docking station and start recording. It also integrates with the company’s AnkerWork software for editing and for making quick adjustments to brightness, sharpness and contrast ratio.</p>
  548. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The default resolution is 2K, but you can adjust to 1080p, 720p or even 360p as the content requires. The field of view is similarly adjustable, so you can offer watchers an ultra-wide view of an extremely messy bedroom. It boasts dual stereo mics with omnidirectional vocal pickup and ships with a built-in lens cover.</p>
  549. <p>The webcam’s autofocus is quite fast, even when compared to pricier models, and its larger f/2.0 aperture helps the image stay illuminated even in dark environments. The overall image quality isn’t quite on par with our favorite webcam, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/logitech-brio-webcams-magnetic-mount-094043846.html">the Logitech Brio 500</a>, but it’s also less than half the price.</p>
  550. <p>We do have some complaints about the C200. It’s a bit cumbersome to adjust the angle when perched on a screen, due to the design. There’s no short neck that connects the camera to the base. It’s just one chunky piece of plastic, requiring both hands to make adjustments. Also, the provided USB-C cable is on the shorter side, so you might want to have a longer one ready to go, particularly if you use a standing desk.</p>
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  599.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Threads is getting its own Hidden Words feature]]></title>
  600.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Meta is bringing some of its existing safety features to Threads, including the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/instagrams-latest-feature-lets-you-limit-comments-and-requests-on-popular-posts-060438889.html">Hidden Words</a> tool. The platform — which recently hit <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-has-150-million-monthly-users-215853190.html">more than 150 million users</a> — will now allow you to filter out words, phrases and even emojis, just like you can on Instagram.</p>
  601. <p>Threads will have the setting on by default and filter out anything that it deems offensive, along with content that could be irrelevant or uninteresting. You can then add other things that you want to be filtered out, such as &quot;weight loss,&quot; &quot;assault&quot; or a derogatory term. To add your own options, go to &quot;manage custom words and phrases&quot; and type in anything you&#39;re sick of seeing on Threads.</p>
  602. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The platform is also <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-is-testing-automatic-archiving-for-posts-184243484.html">testing two additional features</a>: muting and quote controls. The first would allow you to mute notifications specifically for any interactions with your posts. This way, you could still get alerts about new followers or tags without seeing every response. Quote controls would let you choose who can quote your post and even let you unquote yourself. Meta has yet to announce when these two features might be available to all Threads users.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/threads-is-getting-its-own-hidden-words-feature-170058508.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  650.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[FCC votes to restore net neutrality protections]]></title>
  651.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Federal Communications Commission has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwTK19irAWQ" data-original-link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwTK19irAWQ">voted</a> to reinstate <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-12-01-net-neutrality-faq-title-i-title-ii-2017.html">net neutrality protections</a> that were jettisoned during the Trump administration. <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-fcc-will-vote-to-restore-net-neutrality-later-this-month-161813609.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAANaOSQpup_X8Q7bVjmYc_U1VOHR6FJMOO0Oxe4fP6GZLQshdjomDROBWuiXymaCbwfPUNuhvtHyaXm0opllBHboXKN9IoWCHE5jIF-JDEbVHqIgQ-yGwrko7bgX-2fS8eizddrvAlRCTW8AWXS29BFQDv3Hh9jwZdlUQ540sI8pd">As expected</a>, the vote fell across party lines with the three Democratic commissioners in favor and the two Republicans on the panel voting against the measure.</p>
  652. <p>With net neutrality rules in place, broadband service is considered an essential communications resource under Title II of the Communications Act of 1934. That enables the FCC to regulate broadband internet in a similar way to water, power and phone services. That includes giving the agency oversight of outages and the security of broadband networks. Brendan Carr, one of the Republican commissioners, referred to the measure as an "unlawful power grab."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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  654. <p>Under net neutrality rules, internet service providers have to treat broadband usage in the same way. Users have to be provided with access to all content, websites and apps under the same speeds and conditions. ISPs can't block or prioritize certain content — they're not allowed to throttle access to specific sites or charge streaming services for faster service.</p>
  655. <p>The FCC adopted net neutrality protections in 2015 during the Obama administration. But they were <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-12-14-fcc-repealed-net-neutrality.html">scrapped</a> when President Donald Trump was in office. Back in 2021, President Joe Biden <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/biden-executive-order-call-for-reinstating-net-neutrality-141029471.html">signed an executive order</a> to bring back the Obama-era rules, but the FCC was unable to do so for quite some time. The commission was deadlocked with two Democratic votes and two Republican votes until Anna Gomez was <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/anna-gomez-confirmed-as-fcc-commissioner-breaking-a-32-month-deadlock-202236997.html">sworn in</a> as the third Democratic commissioner on the panel last September. The FCC then moved <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-fcc-plans-to-restore-obama-era-net-neutrality-rules-184624637.html">relatively quickly</a> (at least in terms <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fcc-moves-forward-with-its-plan-to-restore-net-neutrality-protections-154431460.html">of the FCC's pace</a>) to re-establish net neutrality protections.</p>
  656. <p>The issue may not be entirely settled. There may still be legal challenges from the telecom industry. However, the FCC's vote in favor of net neutrality is a win for <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mozilla-fcc-net-neutrality-law-letter-140615895.html">advocates</a> of an open and equitable internet.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/fcc-votes-to-restore-net-neutrality-protections-161350168.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  710.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The world’s biggest 3D printer can a make a house in under 80 hours]]></title>
  711.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The University of Maine <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://umaine.edu/news/blog/2024/04/23/umaines-new-3d-printer-smashes-former-guinness-world-record-to-advance-the-next-generation-of-advanced-manufacturing/">just unveiled the world’s largest</a> polymer 3D printer. The new printer, named Factory of the Future 1.0 (FoF 1.0), can print objects as large as 96 feet long by 32 feet wide by 18 feet high. It’s also quite speedy, relatively speaking, as it can print up to 500 pounds per hour. That’s like three people, every hour.</p>
  712. <p>It can dynamically switch between printing techniques to suit different aspects of complex jobs. The printer can flip between large-scale additive manufacturing, subtractive manufacturing, continuous tape layup and robot arm operations. These technologies make the printer uniquely suited for a number of industries, including housing, infrastructure and the development of military vehicles.</p>
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  714. <p>Most of the stuff it makes is recyclable, so “you can basically deconstruct it, grind it up if you wish” and “do it again”, according to Dr. Habib Dagher, the Director of the Advanced Structures and Composites Center at the University of Maine. To that end, the printer prioritizes biobased materials, like wood residuals.</p>
  715. <p>This tech seems like a great way to build a ton of affordable housing quickly and that’s exactly what some proponents have in mind. “Maine needs an estimated 80,000 additional homes by 2030, many specifically for households with incomes at or below the area median income,” said MaineHousing’s Development Director Mark Wiesendanger. “This effort creates another means of producing quality affordable housing, while further driving costs down, and using abundant wood residuals from Maine sawmills.” <em>AP</em> <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://apnews.com/article/biggest-3d-printer-maine-c748fc9fd70557c839c70a494e0369f3">suggests the printer</a> “may one day create entire neighborhoods.” The specs indicate that it should be able to make a modest single-story home in around 80 hours.</p>
  716. <p>However, this is America, so it’s not like people built this thing just to help the unhoused. UMaine researchers received funding from the Army Corps of Engineers, the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. These governmental institutions are going to want a return on their investment, so the printer will also likely be used to whip up lightweight rapidly deployable vessels, like submarines and other maritime vehicles. Senator Susan Collins called the printer “invaluable to our national security.&quot;</p>
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  718. <p>The FoF 1.0 has a sibling printer on the UMaine campus, which was the previous record holder for the world’s largest 3D printer. It’s <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/biohome3d-university-of-maine-185514979.html">already been used to manufacture</a> a 600-square-foot, single-family home made of wood fiber and bioresin materials. The new printer, however, is four times the size. Luckily, the two models are housed in the same location and can work on different aspects of the same projects simultaneously.</p>
  719. <p>The University of Maine will soon break ground on a new research laboratory called the Green Engineering and Materials (GEM) Factory of the Future. This will be the new home of both printers, with a primary aim to “facilitate and scale up more sustainable manufacturing practices.” It will also likely house even larger printers in the future. “We’re learning from this to design the next one,” Dr. Dagher <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/worlds-largest-3d-printer-university-maine-unveiled-bigger-109535758">told <em>ABC News</em></a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-worlds-biggest-3d-printer-can-a-make-a-house-in-under-80-hours-155256122.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  768.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Facepunch Studios has <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/4000/view/4200245595694413052">announced</a> on Steam that it&#39;s removing 20 years&#39; worth of Nintendo-related workshop items for its sandbox game <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2013-11-26-garrys-mod-tops-3-5-million-sold-continues-to-pick-up-steam.html"><em>Garry&#39;s Mod</em></a> to comply with the Japanese company&#39;s demands. Earlier this year, an X user with the name Brewster T. Koopa <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/brewsterkoopa/status/1756767363112763649">posted</a> that a group of trolls was filing false DMCA claims against the game to get Nintendo add-ons removed and to get add-on makers to shut down. The perpetrators allegedly used a fake email to impersonate Nintendo&#39;s lawyers to send DMCA takedown notices. Facepunch Studios said in its new announcement, that it believes the demands legitimately came from Nintendo and that it has to respect the company&#39;s decision and start taking down items related to its IPs.&nbsp;</p>
  769. <p>&quot;This is an ongoing process, as we have 20 years of uploads to go through,&quot; the developer wrote. &quot;If you want to help us by deleting your Nintendo related uploads and never uploading them again, that would help us a lot.&quot;</p>
  770. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="ace17b0905b542d0a02362330987fd3e"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">[PSA] False flaggers on the Garry&#39;s Mod Workshop.<br><br>There is someone, or a group of trolls going around the Gmod workshop filing false DMCA claims and shutting down addons, over 10 Gmod addon makers, myself included have been attacked, with over a dozen of our addons gone. <a href="https://t.co/ZwVVhQjQlu">pic.twitter.com/ZwVVhQjQlu</a></p>— Brewster T. Koopa (@brewsterkoopa) <a href="https://twitter.com/brewsterkoopa/status/1756767363112763649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  774. <p>Koopa said in a follow-up tweet that they sent an email to the company to let it know that the demands aren&#39;t actually from Nintendo. They previously argued that the takedown notices couldn&#39;t be from the Japanese gaming giant, because Nintendo add-ons have been around since 2005 and because the company would&#39;ve contacted Valve, the publisher of <em>Garry&#39;s Mod</em>, itself.</p>
  775. <p>While the announcement is still up, Facepunch founder Garry Newman announced that his team has received people&#39;s emails and DMs and that the developer is conducting an investigation. &quot;We need to take these things seriously (particularly from Nintendo), but we also can&#39;t let people misuse DMCA takedowns,&quot; Newman wrote. We&#39;ve reached out to Nintendo to ask whether the takedowns Facepunch received truly came from the company, and we&#39;ll update this post once they respond.</p>
  776. <div id="df22e6c5de4d4695a213f3fa52eec57e"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Yes, we have got your emails and dms, we have seen your theads, we&#39;re doing our own investigations. We need to take these things seriously (particularly from Nintendo), but we also can&#39;t let people misuse DMCA takedowns.</p>— garry (@garrynewman) <a href="https://twitter.com/garrynewman/status/1783374453562290376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  780. <p><strong>Update, April 25 2024, 11:x04AM ET: </strong>Newman has since taken to X to <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/garrynewman/status/1783501547361411494">state</a> that he has &quot;been assured that the takedowns have been verified by Nintendo as legit&quot; and the takedowns &quot;will now continue as planned.&quot;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/garrys-mod-faces-deluge-of-nintendo-related-dmca-takedown-notices-123027589.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  896.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Morning After: Testing the Rabbit R1's AI assistant skills]]></title>
  897.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Back in January, startup Rabbit revealed its first device at CES 2024. The R1 is an adorable, vibrant orange AI machine with a camera, scroll wheel, and ambitious demos. Now, the device is being sent out to early adopters (and tech reviewers), and we’ve got some proper hands-on experience to tide you over until we’ve wrapped up a full review.</p>
  898. <p>It’s definitely cute, designed by Teenage Engineering, which has put its design talents to use on the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/playdate-review-indie-games-crank-170054294.html">Playdate</a> as well as Nothing’s <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/teenage-engineering-carl-pei-nothing-110012034.html">most recent phones</a> as well as <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/yamaha-seqtrak-groovebox-134545480.html">music gadgets</a>. Like all those things, it combines a retro-futuristic aesthetic with solid build quality, shiny surfaces, glass and metal accents.</p>
  899. <a href="https://www.engadget.com/rabbit-r1-hands-on-already-more-fun-and-accessible-than-the-humane-ai-pin-163622560.html"><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/8fab5d70-02ea-11ef-b6fc-90a877ac7a2c" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/8fab5d70-02ea-11ef-b6fc-90a877ac7a2c" style="height:480px;width:618px;" alt="TMA" data-uuid="ff2cacdd-5bae-3009-9294-6c417db834ff"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Engadget</div></figure></a>
  900. <p>Then again, the Humane AI Pin was a beautiful piece of tech too, but it was also… rubbish. The Rabbit R1 is a different device. First, it costs $199 — less than a third of the AI Pin’s $700. Humane also requires a monthly $24 subscription fee to use the thing — you don’t need a sub for the R1 at all. Immediately, that’s much better.</p>
  901. <p>The category of AI assistant-centric devices is very new, however. Rabbit’s device is different to Humane’s in both hardware and features, but we know the R1 isn’t launching with all its features just yet. There are a few curiously simple tools missing, like alarms and calendar support.</p>
  902. <p>Make sure you check out our first impressions <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/rabbit-r1-hands-on-already-more-fun-and-accessible-than-the-humane-ai-pin-163622560.html">here</a>. Review incoming!</p>
  903. <p>— Mat Smith</p>
  904. <p>​​<em>You can get these reports delivered daily direct to your inbox. </em><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/about/newsletter/"><em>Subscribe right here!</em></a></p>
  905. <h3 id="jump-link-the-biggest-stories-you-might-have-missed">The biggest stories you might have missed</h3>
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  907. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-quad-motor-g-class-could-be-the-ultimate-ev-off-roader-120024168.html?mrfhud=true">Mercedes-Benz quad-motor G-Class could be the ultimate EV off-roader</a></p>
  908. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-lite-axes-addictive-as-cigarettes-reward-to-watch-feature-under-the-eus-watchful-eye-211157092.html">TikTok Lite axes ‘addictive as cigarettes’ reward-to-watch feature</a></p>
  909. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-ereader-130013808.html">The best ereaders for 2024</a></p>
  910. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/jetblues-in-flight-entertainment-system-just-got-a-watch-party-feature-185913233.html">JetBlue’s in-flight entertainment system just got a watch party feature</a></p>
  911. <p></p>
  912. <h2 id="jump-link-joe-biden-signs-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok"><a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-signs-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-in-the-united-states-154106950.html">Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok </a>&nbsp;</h2>
  913. <h3 id="jump-link-the-company-has-called-the-law-unconstitutional">The company has called the law ‘unconstitutional.’</h3>
  914. <h3 id="jump-link-"></h3>
  915. <p>That thing that’s been happening since Saturday is <em>still</em> happening. But, well, TikTok still isn’t banned. In<a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/TikTokPolicy/status/1783149300471525637"> a statement</a>, the company said it would challenge the law in court, which could delay an eventual sale or ban.</p>
  916. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-signs-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-in-the-united-states-154106950.html"><strong>Continue reading. </strong></a></p>
  917. <p></p>
  918. <h2 id="jump-link-threads-has-150-million-monthly-users"><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-has-150-million-monthly-users-215853190.html">Threads has 150 million monthly users</a></h2>
  919. <h3 id="jump-link-mark-zuckerberg-has-speculated-it-could-be-metas-next-billion-user-app">Mark Zuckerberg has speculated it could be Meta’s next billion-user app.</h3>
  920. <h3 id="jump-link-"></h3>
  921. <p>Threads is still growing. During the company&#39;s first-quarter earnings call, Mark Zuckerberg shared the latest user numbers of Meta’s latest spin-off social network, saying the app “continues to be on the trajectory that I hope to see.”</p>
  922. <p>Notably — but perhaps not surprisingly — Threads seems to outperform X (formerly Twitter), with analytics firm Apptopia indicating Threads has more daily users than X in the United States.</p>
  923. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-has-150-million-monthly-users-215853190.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
  924. <p></p>
  925. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h2 id="jump-link-windows-11-now-comes-with-its-own-adware"><a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/windows-11-now-comes-with-its-own-adware-124531977.html">Windows 11 now comes with its own adware</a></h2>
  926. <h3 id="jump-link-app-promotions-in-the-startup-menu-are-enabled-by-default">App promotions in the startup menu are enabled by default.</h3>
  927. <a href="https://www.engadget.com/windows-11-now-comes-with-its-own-adware-124531977.html"><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/a9a96af0-02ea-11ef-af7f-a39a390399d4" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/a9a96af0-02ea-11ef-af7f-a39a390399d4" style="height:376px;width:675px;" alt="TMA" data-uuid="2975455e-cb0f-3505-a963-076e84991056"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Microsoft</div></figure></a>
  928. <p>The latest update to Windows 11 comes out this week and includes ads for apps in the recommended section of the Start Menu. “The Recommended section of the Start menu will show some Microsoft Store apps,” says the release notes. Apps are apparently from a “small set of curated developers.” Thankfully, you can restore your previously ad-free Windows experience by going into Settings and selecting Personalization &gt; Start and toggling off Show recommendations for tips, app promotions and more.</p>
  929. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/windows-11-now-comes-with-its-own-adware-124531977.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-testing-the-rabbit-r1s-ai-assistant-skills-111505087.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  980.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Adobe's new upscaling tech uses AI to sharpen video]]></title>
  981.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Most new features and experiments Adobe has announced recently involve AI, like <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/adobe-previews-ai-object-addition-and-removal-for-premiere-pro-130034494.html">object addition and removal</a> for Premiere Pro and <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/adobe-photoshops-latest-beta-makes-ai-generated-images-from-simple-text-prompts-090056096.html">text-based image generation</a> in Photoshop. Now, the company has unveiled <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://videogigagan.github.io/">VideoGigaGAN</a>, an experimental AI feature it says can upscale video by eight times without the usual artifacts like flickering or distortion, <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/24/24138979/adobe-videogigagan-ai-video-upscaling-project-blurry-hd"><em>The Verge</em></a> reported.&nbsp;</p>
  982. <p>VideoGigaGAN beats other Video Super Resolution (VSR) methods because it avoids the usual artifacts  and flickering introduced by GAN (General Adversarial Networks), according to Adobe. At the same time, it adds sharpness and detail — where most other systems fail to do do both of those things at once.&nbsp;</p>
  983. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/b14333c0-02f1-11ef-befb-579270399cb8" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/b14333c0-02f1-11ef-befb-579270399cb8" style="height:640px;width:1280px;" alt="Adobe&#39;s new upscaling tech uses AI to sharpen video" data-uuid="0ee3c5e5-91e5-3a36-88a5-a604cec14d19"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Adobe</div></figure>
  984. <p>Of course, the system is making up detail that doesn&#39;t exist out of whole cloth, so this wouldn&#39;t be suitable for things like forensic video enhancement, <em>à la</em> CSI-style crime shows. But the detail it does add looks impressively real, like skin textures, fine hairs, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.threads.net/@luokai/post/C6F75lXJRSG">swan feather details</a> and more.&nbsp;</p>
  985. <p>The model builds on a large-scale image upsampler called GigaGAN, according to to Adobe&#39;s researchers. Previous VSR models have had difficulty generating rich details in results, so Adobe married &quot;temporal attention&quot; (reducing artifacts that accumulate over time), feature propagation (adding detail where none exists), anti-aliasing and something called &quot;HF shuttle&quot; (shuttling high-frequency features) to create the final result.&nbsp;</p>
  986. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/0748fde0-02f2-11ef-bff4-e3b3fdfad6b5" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/0748fde0-02f2-11ef-bff4-e3b3fdfad6b5" style="height:640px;width:1280px;" alt="Adobe&#39;s new upscaling tech uses AI to sharpen video" data-uuid="fbf1b768-ec77-3f72-89b9-5cab51b9c966"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Adobe</div></figure>
  987. <p>If added to products like Premiere Pro or After Effects, it could allow video producers to make low-resolution shots look a lot better, though using AI too enhance people is a <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/netflix-true-crime-documentary-may-have-used-ai-generated-images-of-a-real-person-090024761.html">controversial practice</a>. There&#39;s no word yet on whether Adobe plans to do this (currently, the clips are short and only play at 12fps) but plenty of companies including NVIDIA, Microsoft, Blackmagic Design and others are working on AI upscaling technology as well.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/adobes-new-upscaling-tech-uses-ai-to-sharpen-video-103431709.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1038.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best MacBook accessories for 2024]]></title>
  1039.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Current <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-macbook-140032524.html">MacBooks</a> are powerful enough to serve as your daily productivity machine, but the keyboard and trackpad can feel cramped if you’re relying on them all week long. A few clever MacBook accessories can make your setup more ergonomic, improve your video calls and keep you powered up when you’re working <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-apple-airtag-cases-holders-accessories-123036404.html">out in the field</a>. Some even make great Mac accessories, too, so you can use them with your desktop as well. We’ve tested dozens of gadgets and devices made for MacBooks — here are the ones we like best that may work for you as well.</p>
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  1053. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-macbook-accessories-150014737.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1104.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Manhattan's DA wants to know why YouTube is pushing 'ghost gun' tutorials to kids]]></title>
  1105.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Alvin Bragg, Manhattan&#39;s District Attorney, wants to meet with <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-prevents-ad-blocking-mobile-apps-from-accessing-its-videos-123055735.html">YouTube</a> CEO Neal Mohan to discuss why the website allows the posting of videos on how to manufacture &quot;ghost guns&quot; and why its algorithm is pushing them to underage viewers who watch video game content. Ghost guns are firearms assembled using 3D-printed parts or components purchased as kits. That means they have no serial numbers, making them near impossible to trace, and don&#39;t need any kind of background check to acquire.&nbsp;</p>
  1106. <p>In a <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/24604348-da-bragg-letter-to-youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-ghost-guns-42424">letter sent to Mohan</a> (PDF) requesting a meeting, Bragg referenced a study conducted by the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.techtransparencyproject.org/articles/youtube-leads-young-gamers-to-videos-of-guns-school">Tech Transparency Project in 2023</a>, wherein it created four test YouTube accounts and gave them the profiles of 14-year-old and 9-year-old boys. Apparently, after playing at least 100 gaming videos, YouTube&#39;s algorithm started recommending them instructional videos on how to make ghost guns. It doesn&#39;t matter if they&#39;d only watched, say, <em>Call of Duty</em> gameplay videos and had never interacted with any content featuring real guns. YouTube still pushed real gun content to their accounts, as well as other violence-related videos, such as those of school shootings and serial killers, even if they were supposed to be minors. Bragg also called YouTube&#39;s attention to the fact that there&#39;s no way for guardians to switch off the website&#39;s recommendations in parental controls.&nbsp;</p>
  1107. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>A lot of young individuals being investigated for gun possession in New York City said they learned how to make ghost guns from YouTube, Bragg wrote. While the website does remove those videos when they&#39;re flagged by gun safety groups, the DA said YouTube should be more proactive in removing them, should make sure they get blocked from being uploaded in the future and should provide viewers a way to switch off recommendations. Especially since the website does have a policy that prohibits the uploading of videos intending to sell firearms or to instruct viewers on how to make them. YouTube told <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.nydailynews.com/2024/04/24/manhattan-da-bragg-puts-youtube-on-notice-for-online-ghost-gun-tutorials/"><em>New York Daily News</em></a> in a statement that it&#39;ll &quot;carefully review&quot; videos the Manhattan DA shares with the company and that it remains committed to &quot;removing any content that violates [its] policies.&quot;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/manhattans-da-wants-to-know-why-youtube-is-pushing-ghost-gun-tutorials-to-kids-070219455.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1158.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best ereaders for 2024]]></title>
  1159.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Few things beat the smell of a new book (or an old one for that matter), but carrying an entire library in your pocket or instantly getting a new book you just heard about make ereaders attractive gadgets. The experience of reading on one beat tablets and smartphones thanks to E Ink displays that are easier on your eyes than LED screens. Kindles have long been the dominant ebook readers in the US, but after testing a number of models, we think other companies are giving Amazon a run for their money with Kindle alternatives — our current top pick is a Kobo model. We put together this list of the best ereaders out there to help you find which will work for you.</p>
  1160. <h2>What to look for in an ereader</h2>
  1161. <p>Plenty of apps, including the Kindle app, will let you download and read digital books on a phone or tablet. But what makes ebook readers different is the screen: nearly all of them use technology from a company called E Ink. It manufactures electronic paper displays (EPD) composed of three sheets: one containing millions of microcapsules filled with black and white ink particles sandwiched between transparent electrode layers. When a charge is applied, either the black or white particles shift to the top, forming letters and the whitespace around them.</p>
  1162. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Because these displays are so different from standard LED panels, you can expect most ereaders to do a number of things well. They’ll be easier to stare at for long periods of time and easier to read in direct sunlight. Also, since E Ink displays only require power to rearrange the ink, these devices have much longer battery lives than even the best tablets: we’re talking weeks, not days.</p>
  1163. <p>The ereader market is not as saturated as, say, the smartphone market, but there are still plenty of options out there and they do have small but important differences among them. They tend to range from around $100 to more than $400, though usually the higher end options are stylus-enabled read/write <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-e-ink-tablet-130037939.html">E Ink tablets</a> like the Kindle Scribe. Beyond price, you should consider physical properties like buttons, lights, storage and resolution, as well as how the software lets you find and access books.</p>
  1164. <h3><strong>Reading features</strong></h3>
  1165. <p>With any ereader, you’ll navigate the OS via taps and swipes, and some add physical page-turn buttons. Most with built-in buttons have an auto-rotating screen so you can press with your right or left hand.</p>
  1166. <p>As E Ink technology has advanced, resolution has greatly improved – even the budget Kindle ereader has a 300 ppi display. You can still find models with lower resolution, but we don’t recommend them.</p>
  1167. <p>Some ereaders have front LEDs that support light temperature adjustment. That means you can switch to a warmer light after the sun goes down, which will feel easier on the eyes. If you’re concerned about blue light, you should go for a reader with that feature.</p>
  1168. <h3><strong>Other features</strong></h3>
  1169. <p>The capabilities of these pocket libraries have <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/kindle-scribe-update-adds-new-brushes-and-better-organization-210011764.html">advanced</a> considerably since the early days. In addition to storing books, some let you browse the web, run apps and play music. The screen’s frame rate can’t handle gaming, but it’s good enough to show you the Wikipedia entry for New Zealand’s South Island while you read <em>Birnam Wood</em>.</p>
  1170. <p>If you listen to audiobooks, you may want a Bluetooth-enabled ereader capable of playing them. Most of the models we tested have that ability, with the notable exception of the Nook ereader we tried. Keep in mind that audiobook files can take up more space than print files so you'll probably want a device with a higher storage capacity if you plan on doing a lot of listening.</p>
  1171. <p>Above all, you should consider where and how you intend to find books to read. Most ereaders make it easiest to shop through their own ebook store, but all of them (even <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-kindle-supports-epub-format-002501848.html">Kindles</a>) will now let you download titles from other sources, like libraries, unaffiliated ebook sellers and free public domain sites.</p>
  1172. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-03/c06d4490-cf16-11ed-96e7-3cba2c2f1226" alt="An assortment of ereaders, including ones from Kobo, Kindle, Boox, Nook and PocketBook are arranged on a tan bamboo desk with a white keyboard and black mouse in the background. " data-uuid="177cf097-b95d-3105-be17-e56adf4b7572"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget</div></figure>
  1173. <h2>How to get books for your ereader</h2>
  1174. <p>Kindle, Nook and Kobo all have their own stores that you access directly from each brand’s devices. Prices are fairly competitive between the sellers, too – as I write this, the current NYT bestselling <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://tradeshow.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/abby-jimenez/just-for-the-summer/9781538769171/">fiction ebook</a> is $12 at Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble and the Kobo store. The top nonfiction release, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/729231/the-anxious-generation-by-jonathan-haidt/"><em>The Anxious Generation</em></a><em>,</em> costs $16 at all three.</p>
  1175. <p>Amazon offers <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2tpbmRsZS1kYnMvaHovc3Vic2NyaWJlL2t1P3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLXIxLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MWRjY2JjZC1hYzY1LTRmYzAtOTlkMy02ZDljZDM4OWFjYjEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAdsjNewfOEBvsM4Ffb4zL2RtnSvGIg8cKAq5bofHI4om&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fkindle-dbs%2Fhz%2Fsubscribe%2Fku" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/hz/subscribe/ku">Kindle Unlimited</a> for $12 per month, and it includes four million titles from which you can pick your next read. It includes audio and ebooks, but you won’t find many big, new releases or older bestsellers. Kobo has a subscription called <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Kobo;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=10b363e1-6abb-4fc0-b019-cb4ff191d49a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Kobo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIxMGIzNjNlMS02YWJiLTRmYzAtYjAxOS1jYjRmZjE5MWQ0OWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cua29iby5jb20vdXMvZW4vcGx1cyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAe2_Yb_1ouUvJoDP1uvvrmTgoGhJGbC6VnaiXAdhm1In&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kobo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fplus">Kobo Plus</a> with about 1.3 million titles: it goes for $8 per month for ebooks only, $8 for audiobooks only or $10 for both.</p>
  1176. <p>Buying a book from a proprietary store instantly delivers it to your device, provided you’re connected to WiFi. It also syncs your reading across devices and apps, so you can pick up where you left off on your phone if you forgot your ereader at home. It truly is the most convenient way to go, but if you don’t want to be locked into one brand’s store, or if you opt for an ereader without its own marketplace, you do have options.</p>
  1177. <h3><strong>How to upload ePubs onto an ereader</strong></h3>
  1178. <p>Stores like <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:ebooks.com;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f51e60ee-4f67-422e-a9c1-0b39bd990155&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=ebooks.com&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5lYm9va3MuY29tL2VuLXVzLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAdo6MYLF00YbSUnnS5N9ZNCsGKlq8wuUdEEcXJfx53eR&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebooks.com%2Fen-us%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.ebooks.com/en-us/">ebooks.com</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3BsYXkuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS9zdG9yZS9ib29rcz9obD1lbl9VUyZnbD1VUyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAf6x0hQnjK_5LTBQI-mOikKAgaDnrEJPOgYhiQYitGny&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fplay.google.com%2Fstore%2Fbooks%3Fhl%3Den_US%26gl%3DUS" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://play.google.com/store/books?hl=en_US&amp;gl=US">Google Play</a> have millions of ebooks for sale as digital rights-managed (DRM) ePub files, which nearly all current ereaders (including Kindles) can display. Titles from some publishers like <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:ebooks.com;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f51e60ee-4f67-422e-a9c1-0b39bd990155&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=ebooks.com&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5lYm9va3MuY29tL2VuLXVzL3B1Ymxpc2hlci90b3ItcHVibGlzaGluZy1ncm91cC8yMDcwNDQxNTM_X2M9MSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAASTrmQQr3M6cOrFtekopAZhiGt38hrx27NRZrdUn4kv1&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebooks.com%2Fen-us%2Fpublisher%2Ftor-publishing-group%2F207044153%3F_c%3D1" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.ebooks.com/en-us/publisher/tor-publishing-group/207044153?_c=1">Tor</a> and public domain classics from sites like <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.gutenberg.org/">Project Gutenberg</a> are also sold as ePubs, but without the added DRM. Books you get from these sources will look just like ones you bought from a proprietary store, thanks to the flowable, formatted nature of ePub files. While these device-agnostic ebook collections give you extra options for finding your next read, they require a few additional steps to get the files onto your ereader.</p>
  1179. <p>To do so, you’ll typically need a computer running a free program called <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Rite Aid;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=7247b01c-2a32-4141-aac1-4e4bb8170ec0&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Rite+Aid&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI3MjQ3YjAxYy0yYTMyLTQxNDEtYWFjMS00ZTRiYjgxNzBlYzAiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYWRvYmUuY29tL3NvbHV0aW9ucy9lYm9vay9kaWdpdGFsLWVkaXRpb25zL2Rvd25sb2FkLmh0bWwiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAYfVa2G0Z86CjcQZkqWy4CaRDfMi0aF2N0kUMd-_t-hK&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adobe.com%2Fsolutions%2Febook%2Fdigital-editions%2Fdownload.html">Adobe Digital Editions</a> (ADE). After buying and downloading the ePub file, open ADE and plug your ereader into your computer. Your device should pop up in the left panel. Drag and drop the ePub file from your downloads folder into the main panel in ADE. The file will display as an image of the book cover. Drag that image onto your device on the left panel. If the file includes digital rights management (which protects against unauthorized copying) you’ll need to authorize your ereader, which requires using or creating a free <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2hlbHB4LmFkb2JlLmNvbS9tYW5hZ2UtYWNjb3VudC91c2luZy9jcmVhdGUtdXBkYXRlLWFkb2JlLWlkLmh0bWwiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAdc_8x25JonTQFn98atBuZoAQe0WIiwK_QGoj2UYpSJj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fhelpx.adobe.com%2Fmanage-account%2Fusing%2Fcreate-update-adobe-id.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://helpx.adobe.com/manage-account/using/create-update-adobe-id.html">Adobe ID</a>. Once you’ve finished adding files to upload, eject the reader from your computer to complete the transfer process.</p>
  1180. <p>Kindles use a web-based uploader instead of the ADE method. After downloading an ePub file, drag and drop it into your browser with the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL3NlbmR0b2tpbmRsZT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1yMS0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAWwIBDbAfAxAXArQsd5gtxmLoFm5RTgzgEF21dMFOSu6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fsendtokindle" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/sendtokindle">Send to Kindle</a> page open. As long as you’re signed into Amazon, this wirelessly transfers the files to your associated device.</p>
  1181. <p>Boox also uses a browser uploader called BooxDrop (along with <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKZ0_NBysfk">many other methods</a>) to deliver ePubs to the device. Open it from the Boox App menu and you’ll see a device-specific url. Type that into your browser to access a file delivery portal that uploads to your library. Boox’s built-in ereader app, NeoReader, doesn’t support files with DRM, so you won’t be able to read current titles from most publishers using that app. Fortunately, Boox devices run nearly every ereader app out there, letting you access ePubs any number of ways, though you’ll need to upload the files using each app’s requisite method.</p>
  1182. <h3><strong>How to read library books on an ereader</strong></h3>
  1183. <p>Your local library card lets you borrow audio and ebooks through a program called <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/e-book-library-app-overdrive-is-shutting-down-on-may-1st-194807737.html">Overdrive</a> and its companion app <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby">Libby</a>. On a <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://help.kobo.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017677053-Borrow-eBooks-from-the-public-library-using-your-Kobo-eReader">Kobo</a>, you have have built-in access to Overdrive in a separate tab. Once you’ve linked your library card, the search function will include results for titles available from your local library; a few taps will upload your selections to your device for the length of the loan. I personally find it easiest to borrow the title I want through the Libby app on my phone. After that, the book pops up on my Kobo’s home screen once the device syncs.</p>
  1184. <p>To read library books on a <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://help.overdrive.com/en-us/0431.html">Kindle</a>, you can either go through the Libby app or the Overdrive section of your library’s website. Once you click Borrow, you’ll see the option to “Read now with Kindle,” which takes you to Amazon’s site to sign in. After that, the book will be delivered to your device the next time it connects to WiFi.</p>
  1185. <p>For other ereaders, you’ll go through your library’s Overdrive portal and download the ePub after clicking the Borrow button. You can then use the ADE process we described above. Devices that run external apps, like the Boox Leaf 2, allow you to read library books via the Libby app, just as you would on a smartphone or tablet.</p>
  1186. <p>You can also use the Libby app to borrow audiobooks, but you won’t be able to access them through your ereader. (The exception is an ereader, like the Boox Leaf 2, that allows external apps). I found it was easier to listen to an audiobook on my phone anyway, regardless of whether I borrowed it through Libby or bought it from Kindle or Kobo.</p>
  1187. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-03/0376ace0-cf17-11ed-8f7e-8cbebb86b05f" alt="Four ereaders are arranged on a dark brown wooden table outside. There are Boox, Kindle and Kobo devices showing the covers of different novels from Tana French, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Martha Wells.  " data-uuid="414d6040-c929-31fa-a599-0a8fe1b9d77b"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget</div></figure>
  1188. <h2>How we tested</h2>
  1189. <p>When putting together any guide, the first thing we do is spend hours researching the field. We look at what’s available, what’s new, and what shoppers and professional reviewers have to say. Then we narrow a list to the best candidates for hands-on testing.</p>
  1190. <p>I ended up getting eight ereaders, representing five different brands: Amazon, Kobo, Barnes &amp; Noble, Boox and PocketBook. I bought, borrowed and uploaded books for each device using the methods above. Over the course of four weeks I evaluated each one in the areas of book access, ease of reading, extra features and overall value.</p>
  1191. <p>Kobo and Boox have recently released new ereaders. We’re in the process of testing the new Libra Colour and Clara Colour from Kobo, as well as the Page and Poke 5 from Boox. Once we’ve had the chance to evaluate them we’ll update this guide with our recommendations. Until then, here’s everything we tested so far:</p>
  1192. <ul>
  1193. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMDlTV1c1ODNKP3RoPTEmdGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8tcjEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAcySHeTHhXfCfn5YDuAAM9r06X82QE5iq6RJg6Z8EkPX&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB09SWW583J%3Fth%3D1">Amazon Kindle</a></p></li>
  1194. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMDhLVFo4MjQ5P3RoPTEmdGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8tcjEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAQKdcAdkOl0OnzhUzCgrrExQafnLafVxVH6My9U3SiKJ&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08KTZ8249%3Fth%3D1">Amazon Kindle Paperwhite</a></p></li>
  1195. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Kobo;elmt:;cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=10b363e1-6abb-4fc0-b019-cb4ff191d49a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Kobo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzLmtvYm9ib29rcy5jb20vY29sbGVjdGlvbnMvZXJlYWRlcnMvcHJvZHVjdHMva29iby1saWJyYS0yIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MWRjY2JjZC1hYzY1LTRmYzAtOTlkMy02ZDljZDM4OWFjYjEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAV4CPYw_y5NPdsvyCL2O-SA0DoRTsEKZil-SIGg-dzrN&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fus.kobobooks.com%2Fcollections%2Fereaders%2Fproducts%2Fkobo-libra-2" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://us.kobobooks.com/collections/ereaders/products/kobo-libra-2">Kobo Libra 2</a></p></li>
  1196. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Kobo;elmt:;cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=10b363e1-6abb-4fc0-b019-cb4ff191d49a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Kobo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzLmtvYm9ib29rcy5jb20vY29sbGVjdGlvbnMvZXJlYWRlcnMvcHJvZHVjdHMva29iby1jbGFyYS0yZSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAeIQAKW6iNfuYKoYlmxOK0hQnXGsoWEYfkRpLsHxoHwj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fus.kobobooks.com%2Fcollections%2Fereaders%2Fproducts%2Fkobo-clara-2e" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://us.kobobooks.com/collections/ereaders/products/kobo-clara-2e">Kobo Clara 2E</a></p></li>
  1197. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Kobo;elmt:;cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=10b363e1-6abb-4fc0-b019-cb4ff191d49a&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Kobo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzLmtvYm9ib29rcy5jb20vY29sbGVjdGlvbnMvZXJlYWRlcnMvcHJvZHVjdHMva29iby1uaWEiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAdg8e2anX3pmM7bwz9WreZkHu-aqbe4Va7mDilYII0Pz&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fus.kobobooks.com%2Fcollections%2Fereaders%2Fproducts%2Fkobo-nia" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://us.kobobooks.com/collections/ereaders/products/kobo-nia">Kobo Nia</a></p></li>
  1198. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Barnes &amp; Noble;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=3cd6c788-8a80-4071-8c9f-0dd43f653aed&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Barnes+%26+Noble&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIzY2Q2Yzc4OC04YTgwLTQwNzEtOGM5Zi0wZGQ0M2Y2NTNhZWQiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmFybmVzYW5kbm9ibGUuY29tL3cvbm9vay1nbG93bGlnaHQtNC1iYXJuZXMtbm9ibGUvMTE0MDMyNjExMD9lYW49OTc4MDU5NDE0OTI5MyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfcXlGzx8ysdk1K1dG7T_DhmnEA6PXL-HC5Mh4qKvPv8&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.barnesandnoble.com%2Fw%2Fnook-glowlight-4-barnes-noble%2F1140326110%3Fean%3D9780594149293">NOOK GlowLight 4 </a></p></li>
  1199. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:26;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3Nob3AuYm9veC5jb20vcHJvZHVjdHMvbGVhZjIiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAWR4uufZcPR29NePvyj0icSR8GESZGmz6hcoi1WqgGbY&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.boox.com%2Fproducts%2Fleaf2" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://shop.boox.com/products/leaf2">Boox Leaf 2</a></p></li>
  1200. <li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9Qb2NrZXRib29rLUdsYXJlLUZyZWUtRXllLUZyaWVuZGx5LVRvdWNoLVNjcmVlbi1UZWNobm9sb2d5L2RwL0IwQjU2VFkzQ1k_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8tcjEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUxZGNjYmNkLWFjNjUtNGZjMC05OWQzLTZkOWNkMzg5YWNiMSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAejK3RW8C3I2NfcYkoKBOjCWnEl397Ljr2xQyZfOT2Lb&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPocketbook-Glare-Free-Eye-Friendly-Touch-Screen-Technology%2Fdp%2FB0B56TY3CY">PocketBook Era</a></p></li>
  1201. <li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:28;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3Nob3AuYm9veC5jb20vcHJvZHVjdHMvcGFnZSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTFkY2NiY2QtYWM2NS00ZmMwLTk5ZDMtNmQ5Y2QzODlhY2IxIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAWzLdM_AtiN7sNgI9udsFGg6lEHb2WKrhN89_lu2PHOu&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.boox.com%2Fproducts%2Fpage" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://shop.boox.com/products/page">Boox Page</a></p></li>
  1202. </ul>
  1203. <h2>The best ebook readers for 2024</h2>
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  1265.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Threads has 150 million monthly users]]></title>
  1266.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Meta’s Threads app now has more than 150 million monthly users, an increase of about 20 million new users <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/metas-reality-labs-had-its-best-quarter-but-still-lost-4-billion-231135719.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/metas-reality-labs-had-its-best-quarter-but-still-lost-4-billion-231135719.html">since February</a>. Mark Zuckerberg shared the latest user numbers during Meta’’s first-quarter earnings call, saying that the app “continues to be on the trajectory that I hope to see.”</p>
  1267. <p>The update suggests Threads is continuing to grow steadily, though at a slower rate than its initial explosive growth. The app racked up more than 100 million downloads in its first week, but later saw <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-users-are-already-spending-less-time-in-the-app-182738755.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/threads-users-are-already-spending-less-time-in-the-app-182738755.html"><ins>a drop-off</ins></a> in engagement. But over the last six months, Threads has seen more consistent growth and Zuckerberg has speculated the service could eventually be Meta’s next <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/mark-zuckerberg-threads-has-just-under-100-million-monthly-active-users-222548501.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/mark-zuckerberg-threads-has-just-under-100-million-monthly-active-users-222548501.html"><ins>billion-user</ins></a> app.</p>
  1268. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Notably, Threads seems to be out-performing X (formerly known as Twitter) by some metrics. Estimates from analytics firm Apptopia indicated Threads has more daily users in the United States than X,<em> Business Insider</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-threads-more-daily-us-users-twitter-elon-musk-x-2024-4" data-original-link="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-threads-more-daily-us-users-twitter-elon-musk-x-2024-4"><ins>reported</ins></a> earlier this week. (X has claimed <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://twitter.com/XData/status/1769826435576037702" data-original-link="https://twitter.com/XData/status/1769826435576037702"><ins>550 million</ins></a> daily users globally.) Threads also scored another significant win recently when <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/surprise-taylor-swift-is-joining-threads-on-the-day-her-new-album-drops-040026147.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/surprise-taylor-swift-is-joining-threads-on-the-day-her-new-album-drops-040026147.html"><ins>Taylor Swift</ins></a> joined the platform to promote her latest album.</p>
  1269. <p>Threads is, for now, unique among Meta’s apps in that it doesn’t have advertising so the company doesn’t make money from the app directly. That will likely change at some point provided Threads continues to expand its reach. Zuckerberg has previously said the company would “focus on monetization” only after the app has grown sufficiently.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/threads-has-150-million-monthly-users-215853190.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1326.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[TikTok Lite axes ‘addictive as cigarettes’ reward-to-watch feature under the EU’s watchful eye]]></title>
  1327.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The EU has effectively vanquished a TikTok feature that Europe’s digital commissioner described as “toxic” and “addictive as cigarettes.” Owner ByteDance said on Wednesday that TikTok Lite’s reward-to-watch feature would be suspended. It’s been a brutal day for TikTok as President Biden signed a bill (also on Wednesday) <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-signs-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-in-the-united-states-154106950.html">forcing ByteDance to sell the platform’s US operations</a> or face a ban.</p>
  1328. <p>TikTok Lite, launched earlier this month in France and Spain, lets users earn rewards by watching and liking videos. They can then exchange their points for real-world perks like Amazon vouchers or in-app ones like TikTok’s virtual currency, which is used to tip creators. The EU Commission said the “task and reward” feature <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-eu-opens-an-investigation-into-tiktok-lite-citing-addiction-concerns-180025326.html">can stimulate “addictive behavior” in childre</a>n.</p>
  1329. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>“Our children are not guinea pigs for social media,” EU commissioner Thierry Breton <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://twitter.com/ThierryBreton/status/1783145612239630616" data-original-link="https://twitter.com/ThierryBreton/status/1783145612239630616">posted</a> on X (Twitter) on Wednesday. “I take note of TikTok’s decision to suspend the #TikTokLite ‘Reward Program’ in the EU.”</p>
  1330. <p>However, he added a parting shot to remind ByteDance it isn’t out of the woods: “The cases against TikTok on the risk of addictiveness of the platform continue.”</p>
  1331. <div id="a5fadb72a73247059f25824759a87d77"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Statement on TikTok Lite: "TikTok always seeks to engage constructively with the EU Commission and other regulators. We are therefore voluntarily suspending the rewards functions in TikTok Lite while we address the concerns that they have raised."</p>— TikTok Policy Europe (@TikTokPolicyEUR) <a href="https://twitter.com/TikTokPolicyEUR/status/1783143994194551197?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2024</a></blockquote> </div>
  1332. <p>Breton fired a warning shot at ByteDance earlier this week, saying the EU had opened a formal investigation into TikTok for violating the Digital Services Act (DSA). The landmark legislation, adopted in 2022, gives <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/eu-agreement-digital-services-act-172049636.html">European regulators the teeth to force significant changes in social media platforms</a> to protect consumers.</p>
  1333. <p>Companies that break the rules can risk fines of up to six percent of their global revenues — enough to force compliance from even the richest companies. Wednesday’s suspension marks the first concrete example of the EU using the DSA’s enforcement powers to force significant changes on a social platform.</p>
  1334. <p>The EU’s formal investigation into TikTok Lite was its second targeting the platform this year. An earlier case, launched in February, opened proceedings against TikTok and Meta <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-eu-opens-a-wide-ranging-probe-into-tiktok-132036506.html">for their handling of the privacy and safety of minors</a>. <em>The Guardian</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/24/tiktok-reward-to-watch-feature-suspended-after-eu-threats-to-block-it" data-original-link="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/24/tiktok-reward-to-watch-feature-suspended-after-eu-threats-to-block-it">notes</a> that both cases remain active.</p>
  1335. <p>“TikTok always seeks to engage constructively with the EU Commission and other regulators,” the platform’s Policy Europe X account <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://twitter.com/TikTokPolicyEUR/status/1783143994194551197" data-original-link="https://twitter.com/TikTokPolicyEUR/status/1783143994194551197">posted</a> on Wednesday. “We are therefore voluntarily suspending the rewards functions in TikTok Lite while we address the concerns that they have raised.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-lite-axes-addictive-as-cigarettes-reward-to-watch-feature-under-the-eus-watchful-eye-211157092.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1383.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[PUBG will take a nostalgia-infused trip back to its first map in May]]></title>
  1384.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-12-20-pubg-early-access-chang-han-kim-interview.html"><em>PUBG: Battlegrounds</em></a> is somehow old enough to evoke nostalgia. The pioneering battle royale game, which <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-09-17-playerunknowns-battlegrounds-sets-all-time-peak-user-record.html">entered Steam Early Access in 2017</a>, will borrow a page from <em>Fortnite</em>’s playbook and honor its first map. <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://pubg.com/en-na/news/7282" data-original-link="https://pubg.com/en-na/news/7282">Erangel Classic</a> will recreate the old-school battlefield from the game’s inception for a limited two-week run in May and June.</p>
  1385. <p>Developer and publisher Krafton says the Erangel Classic map will reproduce the original’s concepts, graphics, atmosphere and UI. However, it will blend those with “modern tweaks” to deliver “the enjoyable gameplay experiences that players have grown accustomed to.” In other words, much like remasters of <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-last-of-us-part-2-remastered-review-the-roguelike-no-return-mode-steals-the-show-150006382.html">other classic games</a>, the goal is to feel as close to the original as possible without chucking out all of its subtle quality-of-life improvements from the game’s evolution.</p>
  1386. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/70281610-0271-11ef-bb5f-b34533810567" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/70281610-0271-11ef-bb5f-b34533810567" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="Still from PUBG, featuring a player taking cover behind a crate with an assault rifle. Rural scene with an old house behind." data-uuid="361b20fa-f87f-3c47-b15d-eb1bc4e455bc"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Krafton</div></figure>
  1387. <p>If the revamped map idea sounds familiar, <em>Fortnite</em> <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fornite-keeps-breaking-player-count-records-since-releasing-its-nostalgic-og-season-160445720.html">brought back its original 2018 island map</a> late last year, breaking its records for player counts. (It peaked at 44.7 million players, marking its biggest day ever.) It’s easy to see why Krafton would want a piece of that action.</p>
  1388. <p>Specific nods to the original map include foggy and rainy weather to add an air of unpredictability. In addition, you’ll find bench weapons on the starting island (get ready to scramble for your favorite), and all weapons will have reduced recoil to match the original. It will also have a Tommy Gun in the care package, a vintage map UI and a “charmingly tacky font and graphics.”</p>
  1389. <p>The tiered rollout will arrive on PCs and consoles at different times, extending the playtime for those who own the game on multiple platforms (perhaps helping Krafton sell a few extra in-game items). Erangel Classic will be available in <em>PUBG: Battlegrounds</em> on PC from May 14 to May 28 and on consoles from May 23 to June 6, replacing the modern Erangel map during those periods. Krafton says the May 14 patch notes will go into more detail about all the map’s changes, so keep an eye out.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/pubg-will-take-a-nostalgia-infused-trip-back-to-its-first-map-in-may-194736249.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1446.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[JetBlue's in-flight entertainment system just got a watch party feature]]></title>
  1447.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>JetBlue is <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://news.jetblue.com/latest-news/press-release-details/2024/JetBlue-Elevates-Seamless-Living-in-the-Sky-with-Blueprint-by-JetBlue-A-Personalized-Inflight-Experience/default.aspx"><ins>revamping its in-flight entertainment system</ins></a>, complete with a new branding. It’s now called Blueprint and brings several features that should make your next flight just a teensy-bit less grueling. The biggest news here is a watch party feature that lets customers view the same TV show or film with up to five other people.</p>
  1448. <p>This is actually pretty cool, as watching stuff with friends and family during a long flight typically requires the finicky “push play at the exact same time and hope nobody has to go to the bathroom” method. The watch party feature includes functionality that pauses content for all viewers, should one have to take a break to deal with existential panic from being six miles above the ground. It also works no matter where the seats are.</p>
  1449. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="82a6fe58493b45fe8dce1a1c323bebd9"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Introducing Blueprint by JetBlue™, a personalized inflight experience, giving you new ways to use your seatback screen with watch parties, the ability to resume your content on your next flight, entertainment recommendations and real-time arrival details.💙 Available on select… <a href="https://t.co/KCg5StLNNV">pic.twitter.com/KCg5StLNNV</a></p>— JetBlue (@JetBlue) <a href="https://twitter.com/JetBlue/status/1783135348777799736?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  1453. <p>The watch party tool is just one aspect of the revamped in-flight entertainment experience. The system will now provide content recommendations based on previous viewing history, as it will be tied to individual accounts. This means that customers can save their favorite movies and shows for repeat viewings. It also means that people can pick up where they left off from one flight to the next. JetBlue says this can be useful for a connecting layover flight or even a trip months down the line.</p>
  1454. <p>JetBlue has a content partnership with Peacock, so customers have access to the streamer’s catalog during flights. Both <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/twisted-metal-trailer-basks-in-post-apocalyptic-extravagance-211534351.html"><em><ins>Twisted Metal</ins></em></a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mrs-davis-review-damon-lindelof-nun-vs-ai-peacock-150006136.html"><em><ins>Mrs. Davis</ins></em></a> are solid in-flight binges. The company also teased more “exclusive entertainment and offers” coming to Blueprint in the future.</p>
  1455. <p>As for availability, Blueprint is ready to go on JetBlue aircraft with AVANT seatback touchscreens. This includes the Airbus A321neo, Airbus A321LR (Long Range) and Airbus A220.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/jetblues-in-flight-entertainment-system-just-got-a-watch-party-feature-185913233.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1506.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Threads is testing automatic archiving for posts]]></title>
  1507.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Threads users may soon have a new way to clean up their timelines. The app is testing a new archive feature that can be used to manually archive individual posts or automatically hide posts after a set period of time, Adam Mosseri <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.threads.net/@mosseri/post/C6Jq-r-xVpM"><ins>shared</ins></a>.</p>
  1508. <p>As on Instagram, archiving a post on Threads will hide it from public view, though the post will be available to the original author to view or undo. The Instagram head said the feature will be available to a “small number of people” to start. Though optional, Mosseri has made no secret that his preference is for all posts on the service to be somewhat ephemeral. “I think we should move to automatically archive posts on Threads after a month or so,” he wrote in a post back <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.threads.net/@mosseri/post/C34VDq1OLTR?hl=en"><ins>in February</ins></a>.</p>
  1509. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>But, in a poll shared with that earlier post, Threads users overwhelmingly said they would “never” want their posts automatically hidden from public view. In his latest update, Mosseri noted that “the resounding feedback was not to make this the default” so the company will try out archiving “as an option” to start.</p>
  1510. <p>While archiving old posts is popular on Instagram, the feature could be somewhat more controversial on Threads. As the service grows and adds more features geared toward <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/threads-is-testing-real-time-search-results-234857960.html"><ins>real-time information</ins></a>, posts that automatically archive could make it harder to go back and revisit the original source of an update. (If Mosseri, for example, were to automatically archive all his old posts, it would be much more difficult to track his evolving thoughts on Threads, which he often shares publicly on the platform.) At the same time, allowing posts to be ephemeral often encourages users to share more often, which is even more important for Threads’ continued growth.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/threads-is-testing-automatic-archiving-for-posts-184243484.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1558.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[WhatsApp is enabling passkey support on iOS]]></title>
  1559.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Several months after Meta <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-debuts-passkey-logins-on-android-122036260.html">brought WhatsApp passkey logins to Android</a>, it’s doing the same on iOS. The company is rolling out the feature now, and it will be available to all users in the coming weeks.</p>
  1560. <p>Passkeys are seen as a more secure login method as (for one thing) it mitigates the risk of scammers convincing users to share their SMS passcode. Instead, you can log in by verifying a passkey using facial recognition, biometrics or a PIN stored on Apple’s passkey manager. <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/passkeys-passwords-authentication-security-133024414.html">Passkeys work</a> by securely storing an authentication credential on your device that pairs with one saved by the service you want to log into.</p>
  1561. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>To turn on passkeys for WhatsApp on iOS, go to the Account section of the app’s Settings, and then tap Passkeys. “Passkey verification will make logging back into WhatsApp easier and more secure. We’re excited to launch this on WhatsApp and give users an added layer of security,” Alice Newton-Rex, WhatsApp’s head of product, said in a statement.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-is-enabling-passkey-support-on-ios-182527962.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1609.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The White House wants a zero-emission freight industry by 2040]]></title>
  1610.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Biden administration is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/04/24/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-sets-first-ever-national-goal-of-zero-emissions-freight-sector-announces-nearly-1-5-billion-to-support-transition-to-zero-emission-heavy-duty-vehicles/" data-original-link="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/04/24/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-sets-first-ever-national-goal-of-zero-emissions-freight-sector-announces-nearly-1-5-billion-to-support-transition-to-zero-emission-heavy-duty-vehicles/">tackling</a> the monumental task of making America’s industrial freight system more environmentally friendly. The White House said on Wednesday that it aims to have 30 percent of industrial truck sales produce zero emissions by 2030 and 100 percent by 2040.</p>
  1611. <p>In addition to those non-binding targets, the White House is meeting on Wednesday with stakeholders from the commercial vehicle, shipping and infrastructure industries to help execute its agenda. The roundtable is designed to advance the Biden Administration’s goal of “supercharging the buildout of the infrastructure necessary to make a zero-emissions freight ecosystem a reality in the United States.”</p>
  1612. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Unsurprisingly, the freight industry uses a lot of energy and produces a lot of pollution to match. <em>Bloomberg</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/preview-the-white-house-wants-to-clamp-down-on-freight-industry-emissions-173913585.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/preview-the-white-house-wants-to-clamp-down-on-freight-industry-emissions-173913585.html">notes</a> that the transportation sector emits about 29 percent of US greenhouse gas emissions, and freight (including shipping, trucking and trains) makes up about a third of that figure. So, you can ballpark that the American freight industry is responsible for roughly 10 percent of the country’s carbon emissions.</p>
  1613. <p>As part of the election-year rollout, the Biden Administration plans to ask the public to comment on charging infrastructure for heavy-duty vehicles, signaling that the specifics of the plan aren’t yet finalized. The White House wants to avoid a fragmented industrial EV charging system without a universally agreed-upon standard. The industry has seemingly <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tesla-has-won-the-ev-charging-wars-155726724.html">settled on Tesla’s NACS as the de facto choice</a> in the lightweight consumer sector.</p>
  1614. <p>Alongside the newly announced industrial goals, the Biden Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is opening up about $1 billion in <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/president-joe-biden-signs-inflation-reduction-act-200724230.html">Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)</a> funding to replace Class 6 and 7 vehicles (school buses, garbage trucks and delivery trucks) with electric equivalents.</p>
  1615. <p>The IRA requires that at least $400 million of that funding goes to local communities hit the hardest by industrial pollution. The White House says 72 million Americans live near truck freight routes and bear the brunt of their short-term output. Sadly but unsurprisingly (given the nation’s history), people of color and those from low-income households are most likely to be heavily affected by high environmental toxin levels.</p>
  1616. <p>The White House’s goals are admirable, given <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/new-report-says-the-world-is-on-a-disastrous-trajectory-due-to-climate-change-132508138.html">the urgency of the global climate crisis</a> and the freight industry’s role. However, one significant problem remains: These are voluntary, non-binding resolutions that could — and, given <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/feb/06/trump-climate-change-fossil-fuels-second-term" data-original-link="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/feb/06/trump-climate-change-fossil-fuels-second-term">public comments</a>, almost certainly would — be undone by a second Trump Administration, should the <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-is-furious-that-he-got-caught-sleeping-in-his-trial.html" data-original-link="https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-is-furious-that-he-got-caught-sleeping-in-his-trial.html">serial napper</a> return to office next year. As with many other aspects of the nation’s and world’s future, US voters will decide the outcome this November.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-white-house-wants-a-zero-emission-freight-industry-by-2040-180401537.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1670.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[PBS Retro is a new FAST channel playing just the classics]]></title>
  1671.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Parents throughout the country just breathed a sigh of relief at the prospect of allowing more screen time for their kids that doesn’t revolve around some really loud and annoying YouTube dude. PBS just launched a new free ad-supported channel called PBS Retro, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.thewrap.com/pbs-retro-fast-channel-roku-launch/">as reported by <em>The Wrap</em></a>. As the name suggests, this is a repository for all of your favorite edutainment classics from the 1980s, 1990s and beyond. The nostalgia is strong with this one.</p>
  1672. <p>PBS Retro is available <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/roku-channel-scott-rosenberg-2021-quibi-this-old-house-content-strategy-144534112.html">via The Roku Channel</a>, which is a streaming service on smart TVs and, of course, Roku devices. The 24/7 channel airs all of the shows you’re likely picturing right now, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G5qtWG5oO8">including <em>Reading Rainbow</em></a> and <em>Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood</em>. You’ll also be able to introduce your kids to <em>Thomas and Friends</em>, <em>Zoboomafoo</em> and <em>Kratt&#39;s Creatures</em>, among others. It’s a collection of old-school classics.</p>
  1673. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="2f4c34ade8c549c1a50f03faa9f066e8"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NCuqlLq1k7o?si=_Q-_Z7E78CT4Mul8" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>
  1674. <p>This isn’t the only PBS-adjacent channel available on Roku’s platform. It’s home to other ad-supported channels like PBS Antiques Roadshow, Antiques Road Trip, PBS Food, Julia Child and PBS Nature. There are also plenty of PBS-related channels available via subscription, including PBS Masterpiece, PBS Kids, PBS Living, PBS Documentaries and PBS America. Some of these are available <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/hulu-adds-pbs-stations-to-its-live-tv-channel-lineup-182038607.html">on Hulu+ Live TV</a>.</p>
  1675. <p>PBS may become an even bigger fixture in the free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) space in the future. The organization says it&#39;s in the “early days of experimentation” with a goal of making PBS content “available in new places.” It will “continue to consider additional opportunities” if these FAST channels increase revenue and brand awareness. In the meantime, <em>Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood</em> makes for some mighty fine ASMR.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/pbs-retro-is-a-new-fast-channel-playing-just-the-classics-173125500.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1729.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Rabbit R1 hands-on: Already more fun and accessible than the Humane AI Pin]]></title>
  1730.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>At CES this January, startup Rabbit <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/rabbit-r1-is-an-adorable-ai-powered-assistant-co-designed-by-teenage-engineering-001051537.html">unveiled its first device</a>, just in time for the end of the year of the rabbit according to the lunar calendar. It’s a cute little orange square that was positioned as a “pocket companion that moves AI from words to action.” In other words, it’s basically a dedicated AI machine that acts kind of like a walkie talkie to a virtual assistant.</p>
  1731. <p>Sound familiar? You’re probably thinking of the Humane AI Pin, which was <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/humane-shows-off-its-futuristic-ai-pin-wearable-113510130.html">announced last year</a> and started shipping this month. I <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-humane-ai-pin-is-the-solution-to-none-of-technologys-problems-120002469.html">awarded it a score of 50 (out of 100) earlier this month</a>, while outlets like <em>Wired</em> and <em>The Verge</em> gave it similarly low marks of 4 out of 10.</p>
  1732. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The people at Rabbit have been paying close attention to the aftermath of the Humane AI Pin launch and reviews. It was evident in founder and CEO Jesse Lyu&#39;s address at an unboxing event at the TWA hotel in New York last night, where the company showed off <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.rabbit.tech/rabbit-r1">the Rabbit R1</a> and eager early adopters listened rapturously before picking up their pre-orders. Engadget&#39;s sample unit is on its way to Devindra Hardawar, who will be tackling this review. But I was in attendance last night to check out units at the event that industry peers were unboxing (thanks to <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/MaxWinebach">Max Weinbach</a> for the assistance!).</p>
  1733. <h2 id="jump-link-what-is-the-rabbit-r1">What is the Rabbit R1?</h2>
  1734. <p>As a refresher, the Rabbit R1 is a bright orange square, co-engineered by Teenage Engineering and Rabbit. It has a 2.88-inch color display built in, an 8-megapixel camera that can face both ways and a scroll wheel reminiscent of the crank on <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/playdate-review-indie-games-crank-170054294.html">the Playdate</a>. The latter, by the way, is a compact gaming handheld that was also designed by Teenage Engineering, and the Rabbit R1 shares its adorable retro aesthetic. Again, like the Humane AI Pin, the Rabbit R1 is supposed to be your portal to an AI-powered assistant and operating system. However, there are a few key differences, which Lyu covered extensively at the launch event last night.</p>
  1735. <h2 id="jump-link-rabbit-r1-vs-humane-ai-pin">Rabbit R1 vs Humane AI Pin</h2>
  1736. <p>Let&#39;s get this out of the way: The Rabbit R1 already looks a lot more appealing than the Humane AI Pin. First of all, it costs $199 — less than a third of the AI Pin&#39;s $700. Humane also requires a monthly $24 subscription fee or its device will be rendered basically useless. Rabbit, as Lyu repeatedly reiterated all night, does not require such a fee. You&#39;ll just be responsible for your own cellular service (4G LTE only, no 5G), and can bring your own SIM card or just default to good old Wi-Fi. There, you&#39;ll also find the USB-C charging port.</p>
  1737. <p>The R1&#39;s advantages over the Pin don&#39;t end there. By virtue of its integrated screen (instead of a wonky, albeit intriguing projector), the orange square is more versatile and a lot easier to interact with. You can use the wheel to scroll through elements and press the button on the right side to confirm a choice. You could also tap the screen or push down a button to start talking to the software.</p>
  1738. <p>Now, I haven’t taken a photo with the device myself, but I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of images I saw on its screen. Maybe my expectations were pretty low, but when reviewers in a media room were setting up their devices by using the onboard cameras to scan QR codes, I found the images on the screens clear and impressively vibrant. Users won’t just be capturing photos, videos and QR codes with the Rabbit R1, by the way. It also has a Vision feature like the Humane AI Pin that will analyze an image you take and tell you what’s in it. In Lyu’s demo, the R1 told him that it saw a crowd of people at “an event or concert venue.”</p>
  1739. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/0ac6e800-0258-11ef-a2db-e3a6aeb5d0b9" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/0ac6e800-0258-11ef-a2db-e3a6aeb5d0b9" style="height:1193px;width:1536px;" alt="A Rabbit R1 unit on top of a table, with a USB-C cable plugged in to its left edge. The screen is on and says " data-uuid="882fbf4c-0dd4-3f21-a1c3-692b5581b8c3"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Cherlynn Low for Engadget</div></figure>
  1740. <p>We’ll have to wait till Devindra actually takes some pictures with our R1 unit and downloads them from the web-based portal that Rabbit cleverly calls the Rabbit Hole. Its name for camera-based features is Rabbit Eye, which is just kind of delightful. In fact, another thing that distinguishes Rabbit from Humane is the former’s personality. The R1 just oozes character. From the witty feature names to the retro aesthetic to the onscreen animation and the fact that the AI will actually make (cheesy) jokes, Rabbit and Teenage Engineering have developed something that’s got a lot more flavor than Humane’s almost clinical appearance and approach.</p>
  1741. <p>Of all the things Lyu took shots at Humane about last night, though, talk of the R1’s thermal performance or the AI Pin’s heat issues was conspicuously absent. To be clear, the R1 is slightly bigger than the Humane device, and it uses an octa-core MediaTek MT6765 processor, compared to the AI Pin’s Snapdragon chip. There’s no indication at the moment that the Rabbit device will run as hot as Humane’s Pin, but I’ve been burned (metaphorically) before and remain cautious.</p>
  1742. <p>I am also slightly concerned about the R1’s glossy plastic build. It looks nice and feels lighter than expected, weighing just 115 grams or about a quarter of a pound. The scroll wheel moved smoothly when I pushed it up and down, and there were no physical grooves or notches, unlike the rotating hinge on Samsung’s Galaxy watches. The camera housing lay flush with the rest of the R1’s case, and in general the unit felt refined and finished.</p>
  1743. <p>Most of my other impressions of the Rabbit R1 come from Lyu’s onstage demos, where I was surprised by how quickly his device responded to his queries. He was able to type on the R1’s screen and tilted it so that the controls sat below the display instead of to its right. That way, there was enough room for an onscreen keyboard that Lyu said was the same width as the one on the original iPhone.</p>
  1744. <h2 id="jump-link-whats-next-for-the-rabbit-r1">What’s next for the Rabbit R1?</h2>
  1745. <p>Rabbit also drew attention for its so-called Large Action Model (LAM), which acts as an interpreter to convert popular apps like Spotify or Doordash into interfaces that work on the R1’s simple-looking operating system. Lyu also showed off some of these at the event last night, but I’d much rather wait for us to test these out for ourselves.</p>
  1746. <p>Lyu made many promises to the audience, seeming to acknowledge that the R1 might not be fully featured when it arrives in their hands. Even on the company’s website, there’s a list of features that are planned, in the works or being explored. For one thing, an alarm is coming this summer, along with a calendar, contacts app, GPS support, memory recall and more. Throughout his speech, Lyu repeated the phrase “we’re gonna work on” amid veiled references to Humane (for instance, emphasizing that Rabbit doesn’t require an additional subscription fee). Ultimately, Lyu said “we just keep adding value to this thing,” in reference to a roadmap of upcoming features.</p>
  1747. <p>Hopefully, Lyu and his team are able to deliver on the promises they’ve made. I’m already very intrigued by a “teach mode” he teased, which is basically a way to generate macros by recording an action on the R1, and letting it learn what you want to do when you tell it something. Rabbit’s approach certainly seems more tailored to tinkerers and enthusiasts, whereas Humane’s is ambitious and yet closed off. This feels like Google and Apple all over again, except whether the AI device race will ever reach the same scale remains to be seen.</p>
  1748. <p>Last night’s event also made it clear what Rabbit wants us to think. It was hosted at the TWA hotel, which itself used to be the head house of the TWA Flight Center. The entire place is an homage to retro vibes, and the entry to Rabbit’s event was lined with display cases containing gadgets like a Pokedex, a Sony Watchman, a Motorola pager, Game Boy Color and more. Every glass box I walked by made me squeal, bringing up a pleasant sense memory that also resurfaced when I played with the R1. It didn&#39;t feel good in that it&#39;s premium or durable; it felt good because it reminded me of my childhood.</p>
  1749. <p>Whether Rabbit is successful with the R1 depends on how you define success. The company has already sold more than 100,000 units this quarter and looks poised to sell at least one more (I’m already whipping out my credit card). I remain skeptical about the usefulness of AI devices, but, in large part due to its price and ability to work with third-party apps at launch, Rabbit has already succeeded in making me feel like Alice entering Wonderland.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/rabbit-r1-hands-on-already-more-fun-and-accessible-than-the-humane-ai-pin-163622560.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1797.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Google has delayed killing third-party cookies from Chrome (again)]]></title>
  1798.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Google keeps promising to phase out third-party cookies on Chrome but not actually doing it. The company vowed to <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2020-01-14-google-chrome-third-party-cookies.html"><ins>deprecate cookies back in 2020</ins></a>, pushing the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-delay-third-party-cookie-150034054.html"><ins>date back to 2023</ins></a> and then 2024. We did get some <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-chromes-third-party-cookie-phaseout-begins-on-january-4-140051834.html"><ins>traction earlier this year</ins></a>, when Google disabled cookies for <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-has-started-disabling-third-party-cookies-for-chrome-users-060955481.html"><ins>one percent of Chrome users</ins></a>, but those efforts have stalled. Now, the company says it <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://privacysandbox.com/intl/en_us/news/update-on-the-plan-for-phase-out-of-third-party-cookies-on-chrome/"><ins>won’t happen until next year</ins></a>.</p>
  1799. <p>It’s easy to drag Google for this but it’s not entirely in the company’s hands. The tech giant is working closely with the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to ensure that any tools it implements to replace the cookie’s tracking and measurement capabilities aren’t anti-competitive. These tools are known collectively as the Privacy Sandbox and Google says it has to wait until the CMA has had “sufficient time to review” results from industry tests that’ll be provided by the end of June.</p>
  1800. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Google’s Privacy Sandbox has stirred up some controversy in recent years. The proposed tools have <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/googles-latest-privacy-sandbox-cookie-replacement-approved-by-uk-regulator-112527258.html"><ins>drawn complaints from</ins></a> adtech companies, publishers and ad agencies, on the grounds that they are difficult to operate, don’t adequately replace traditional cookies and give too much power to Google. To that end, the company said that it recognizes “ongoing challenges related to reconciling divergent feedback from the industry, regulators and developers.” This is another reason given for the delay until next year.</p>
  1801. <p>The CMA isn’t the only regulatory agency giving the side-eye to the current iteration of these Privacy Sandbox tools. The UK-based Information Commissioner’s Office drafted a report that indicated these tools could be used by advertisers to identify consumers, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:The Wall Street Journal;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=2f007401-3eaa-4237-b69b-54ccbe125502&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=The+Wall+Street+Journal&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy53c2ouY29tL3RlY2gvZ29vZ2xlLWNvb2tpZXMtcmVwbGFjZW1lbnQtbm90LWVub3VnaC10by1wcm90ZWN0LXVrLWNvbnN1bWVyLXByaXZhY3ktNTgwZDFiMTYiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjU3YWM2MmE0LTRiNjQtNDQ4ZC04NWZlLWI4MzEwNjY5N2Q0MiJ9&amp;signature=AQAAATMS8ox4GMxHY-1vvflw37SMxE_1vdh3IvULwsqsv8Ua&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wsj.com%2Ftech%2Fgoogle-cookies-replacement-not-enough-to-protect-uk-consumer-privacy-580d1b16" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.wsj.com/tech/google-cookies-replacement-not-enough-to-protect-uk-consumer-privacy-580d1b16"><ins>as suggested by the </ins><em><ins>Wall Street Journal</ins></em></a>.</p>
  1802. <p>Those in the ad industry want to see cookies given the heave-ho, despite complaints about Privacy Sandbox. Drew Stein, CEO of <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://audigent.com/">adtech data firm Audigent</a>, told Engadget that it’s time for Google “to deliver on the promise of a better ecosystem” by implementing its plans to eliminate third-party cookies.</p>
  1803. <p>The CMA, on the other hand, has indicated a willingness to keep third-party cookies in play, particularly if Google’s solution does more harm than good. Craig Jenkins, the CMA’s director of digital markets, recently said the organization would delay implementation of Privacy Sandbox tools if “we’re not satisfied we can resolve the concerns”, <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.adweek.com/programmatic/the-cma-is-prepared-to-delay-googles-cookie-deprecation-plans/"><ins>as reported by </ins><em><ins>Adweek</ins></em></a>. We’ll see what happens in 2025.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-has-delayed-killing-third-party-cookies-from-chrome-again-155911583.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1851.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States]]></title>
  1852.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law. President Joe Biden <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1783148485081960555">signed</a> a package of foreign aid bills that included the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” one day after the legislation was approved by <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/senate-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-014124533.html">the Senate</a>.</p>
  1853. <p>In <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/TikTokPolicy/status/1783149300471525637">a statement</a>, TikTok said it would challenge the law in court, which could delay an eventual sale or ban. “This unconstitutional law is a TikTok ban, and we will challenge it in court,” the company said. “We believe the facts and the law are clearly on our side, and we will ultimately prevail. The fact is, we have invested billions of dollars to keep U.S. data safe and our platform free from outside influence and manipulation. This ban would devastate seven million businesses and silence 170 million Americans.”</p>
  1854. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The law gives TikTok’s parent company ByteDance, which is based in China, up to a year to sell the app to a new owner. If the company fails to divest, then TikTok will be banned from US app stores and web hosting services.</p>
  1855. <p>Unlike previous attempts to force a sale or ban of the app, the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” had overwhelming bipartisan support and was able to move through Congress with remarkable speed. The original version of the bill, which called for a six-month window to divest, passed the House <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/house-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-144805114.html">in March</a>, just days after it was introduced. An updated version, which allows up to 12 months for a divestment, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/house-votes-in-favor-of-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-sending-it-onward-to-senate-185140206.html">passed</a> over the weekend.</p>
  1856. <p>In a video shared <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tiktok/video/7361448925972155679">on TikTok</a>, CEO Shou Chew called it a “disappointing moment” for the company. “Make no mistake, this is a ban on TikTok and a ban on you and your voice,” he said. “It&#39;s actually ironic because the freedom of expression on TikTok reflects the same American values that make the United States a beacon of freedom.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-signs-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-in-the-united-states-154106950.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1907.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Steam closes an early-access loophole in its refund policy]]></title>
  1908.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/valve/">Valve</a> has closed a loophole in <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/steam/">Steam's</a> refund policy that effectively allowed players to beat a game before its official release date and get their money back. The company has <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2015-06-03-steam-will-refund-nearly-any-online-purchase-within-two-weeks.html">long had a policy in place</a> whereby users could refund a game, no questions asked, as long as they haven’t played for more than two hours within 14 days. Until now, the refund policy was far more lenient for games in early access or advanced access, but Valve has nipped that in the bud.</p>
  1909. <p>"When you purchase a title on Steam prior to the release date, the two hour playtime limit for refunds will apply (except for beta testing), but the 14-day period for refunds will not start until the release date," Valve's <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://store.steampowered.com/steam_refunds/" data-original-link="https://store.steampowered.com/steam_refunds/">updated policy</a> reads, as noted by <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.ign.com/articles/valve-closes-steam-refund-loophole-adds-new-advanced-access-label" data-original-link="https://www.ign.com/articles/valve-closes-steam-refund-loophole-adds-new-advanced-access-label"><em>IGN</em></a>. "For example, if you purchase a game that is in Early Access or Advanced Access, any playtime will count against the two-hour refund limit. If you pre-purchase a title which is not playable prior to the release date, you can request a refund at any time prior to release of that title, and the standard 14-day/two-hour refund period will apply starting on the game’s release date."</p>
  1910. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Early access enables players to try an incomplete version of a game. It’s helpful for developers as they can take feedback from players and use that to improve their project before ramping up the marketing campaign ahead of the official release. Supergiant famously used this strategy to tremendous success with <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/hades/"><em>Hades</em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>(and is perhaps looking to repeat that trick <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/supergiant-shows-off-hades-iis-gameplay-and-new-god-designs-070033467.html">with the sequel</a>). But a game can remain in early access for years. Under the previous policy, players could put many hours into an early access game and still claim a refund on Steam.</p>
  1911. <p>As for advanced access, that relates to playing a full version of a game before its proper debut. It's pretty common for publishers to sell a deluxe edition of a game that lets players dive in a few days early. However, Steam made it possible for someone to beat a game in advanced access and get their money back before the standard version was available to everyone.</p>
  1912. <p>Now, the two-hour time limit applies to games in early access and advanced access. There's also a new advanced access label to make it clear when a game offers that.</p>
  1913. <p>There is one other key issue with the otherwise generous two-hour refund policy that Steam hasn't fully addressed, however. It's <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/OctaviNavarro/status/1552941109294383104">not</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/CloudlessStudio/status/1780677645061034396">uncommon</a> for players to roll credits on very short games, typically indie titles, and then get their money back. That leaves the game's developer and publisher <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/dev-steps-away-from-making-games-after-alleged-abuse-of-steams-refund-policy/1100-6495670/?PostType=image&amp;ServiceType=twitter&amp;TheTime=2021-08-27T19%3A01%3A56&amp;ftag=ftag%3DGSS-05-10aab8e&amp;UniqueID=3F8968C0-0769-11EC-975A-C204BECD475E">out of pocket</a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/steam-closes-an-early-access-loophole-in-its-refund-policy-150003143.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  1964.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm is expanding its next-gen laptop chip line with the Snapdragon X Plus]]></title>
  1965.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Last fall, Qualcomm revealed a major upgrade for its laptop chips with the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-snapdragon-x-elite-is-qualcomms-most-powerful-chip-to-date-190004830.html"><ins>Snapdragon X Elite.</ins></a> And while we’re still waiting for those processors to make their way into retail devices, today Qualcomm is expanding the line with the Snapdragon X Plus, which I had a chance to test out ahead of its arrival on gadgets later this year.</p>
  1966. <p>Similar to the X Elite, the X Plus is based on the same 4nm process and Arm-based <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2022/11/qualcomm-oryon-custom-cpu-at-center-of-next-gen-premium-experiences-on-snapdragon-platforms"><ins>Oryon CPU architecture</ins></a> as its sibling. The difference is that the new chip is meant to be used in slightly more affordable mainstream laptops, and as such it only has 10 CPU cores (vs 12 for the X Elite) and reduced clock speeds (3.4Ghz vs 3.8Ghz for the X Elite). This positioning is a lot like what Qualcomm’s rivals have been doing for a while, with the X Elite serving as the flagship chip (like Intel’s Core Ultra 9 series) and the X Plus sitting just below that (which would be equivalent to the Core Ultra 7 line).</p>
  1967. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/ad3116f0-017d-11ef-9fbe-3635b58699b7" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/ad3116f0-017d-11ef-9fbe-3635b58699b7" style="height:892px;width:1591px;" alt="the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus supports features including a 10-core Oryon CPU, a Hexagon NPU with up to 45 TOPS of performance, 42MB of total cache and more. " data-uuid="fab0e96d-dd34-3bd9-b9b8-aeda0fd72630"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Qualcomm</div></figure>
  1968. <p>However, one thing that hasn’t changed is that just like the X Elite, the X Plus’ Hexagon NPU puts out the same 45 TOPS of machine learning performance. This is particularly notable as Microsoft <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-copilot-ai-will-soon-run-locally-on-pcs-130642514.html"><ins>recently suggested</ins></a> that laptops would require at least 40 TOPS in order to run various elements of its Copilot AI service on-device. Qualcomm is also making some big claims regarding power efficiency, with the X Plus chip said to deliver 37 percent faster CPU performance compared to an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H when both chips are running at the same wattage. And when put up against other Arm-based chips, Qualcomm says the X Plus is 10 percent faster than Apple’s M3 processor in multi-threaded CPU tasks.</p>
  1969. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/ee61eeb0-017d-11ef-b7fe-63b0c9a755d2" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/ee61eeb0-017d-11ef-b7fe-63b0c9a755d2" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="A photo of the Snapdragon X Plus hitting single-core and multi-core scores of 2,340 and 12,905 on a Qualcomm reference device. " data-uuid="6806e4f8-fb58-35bd-89b8-7fef219d5c65"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Sam Rutherford</div></figure>
  1970. <p>Unfortunately, the X Plus is not expected to show up in retail devices until sometime in the second half of 2024. That said, at a hands-on event, I was able to run a few benchmarks on some early Qualcomm-built reference devices. And to my pleasant surprise, the X Plus performed as expected with multi-core scores in Geekbench of 12,905 and multi-thread performance in Cinebench 2024 of 852. (Note: Because the processor has not been released yet, there’s an error in Cinebench that results in the chip’s GPU incorrectly being listed as from the X Elite instead of the X Plus.)</p>
  1971. <p>This is a promising showing for Qualcomm’s second and less expensive chip featuring its Oryon architecture. Though as always, the real test will come when the X Plus starts showing up in proper retail hardware. That’s because even if it boasts impressive benchmark figures, these processors will still need to play nicely with Windows, which has not had nearly as smooth a transition to Arm-based silicon as Apple’s macOS.</p>
  1972. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/22711c80-017e-11ef-aff7-4bfd99b9271e" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/22711c80-017e-11ef-aff7-4bfd99b9271e" style="height:1200px;width:2000px;" alt="A photo of the Snapdragon X Plus hitting 852 on Cinebench 2024&#39;s multi-core CPU test. " data-uuid="8d851d56-372c-31a2-97b3-5e5b2e863dbe"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Sam Rutherford/Engadget</div></figure>
  1973. <p>But with renewed support for Windows on Snapdragon PCs and Qualcomm recently working with major players like Google to bring “<a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-says-its-new-version-of-chrome-for-windows-laptops-with-snapdragon-chips-is-much-faster-160041692.html"><ins>dramatic performance improvements</ins></a>” in Chrome for devices running its laptop chips, things may be smoother this time.</p>
  1974. <p></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-is-expanding-its-next-gen-laptop-chip-line-with-the-snapdragon-x-plus-130018288.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2025.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Windows 11 now comes with its own adware]]></title>
  2026.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It used to be that you could pay for a retail version of Windows 11 and expect it to be ad-free, but those days are apparently <em>finito</em>. The latest update to Windows 11 (<a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQubWljcm9zb2Z0LmNvbS9lbi11cy90b3BpYy9hcHJpbC0yMy0yMDI0LWtiNTAzNjk4MC1vcy1idWlsZHMtMjI2MjEtMzUyNy1hbmQtMjI2MzEtMzUyNy1wcmV2aWV3LTVhMGQ2YzQ5LWU0MmUtNGViNC04NTQxLTMzYTcxMzkyODFlZCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiM2IwYzQ2YmEtODRjMi00MzQxLThkYWMtNjk1YzdlMjk3YmY0In0&amp;signature=AQAAAdhNBXaQ9tuJlBLHXl1STb1KVXyf5q_vbP_H1PK5QIa9&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.microsoft.com%2Fen-us%2Ftopic%2Fapril-23-2024-kb5036980-os-builds-22621-3527-and-22631-3527-preview-5a0d6c49-e42e-4eb4-8541-33a7139281ed" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/april-23-2024-kb5036980-os-builds-22621-3527-and-22631-3527-preview-5a0d6c49-e42e-4eb4-8541-33a7139281ed">KB5036980</a>) comes out this week and includes ads for apps in the "recommended" section of the Start Menu, one of the most oft-used parts of the OS.</p>
  2027. <p>"The Recommended section of the Start menu will show some Microsoft Store apps," according to the release notes. "These apps come from a small set of curated developers."&nbsp;</p>
  2028. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The app suggestions are enabled by default, but you can restore your previously pristine Windows experience if you've installed the update, fortunately. To do so, go into Settings and select Personalization &gt; Start and switch the "Show recommendations for tips, app promotions and more" toggle to "off."</p>
  2029. <p>The new "feature" arrives just weeks after it <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsofts-windows-11-beta-testers-may-start-seeing-ads-in-the-start-menu-032358394.html">appeared as an Insider beta</a>, showing how quickly Microsoft can implement things when it wants to. It certainly wasn't enough time to receive the kind of user feedback the Insider program is designed for.</p>
  2030. <p>The update is bound to rub customers the wrong way, considering that Windows 11 starts at $139 for the Home version. While removing it isn't a huge deal, it may also remind folks of the needless time they spent stripping bloatware from OEM Windows installations. Microsoft previously tested ads in the Windows 11 File Explorer, but ended the experiment shortly afterward.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/windows-11-now-comes-with-its-own-adware-124531977.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2084.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[FTC bans employers from using noncompete clauses]]></title>
  2085.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has banned noncompete clauses in a move to &quot;drive innovation&quot; and protect workers&#39; rights and wages, the regulator said in a <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/04/ftc-announces-rule-banning-noncompetes">press release</a>. The new rule will free most new and current employees from such agreements, with the exception of &quot;policy-making&quot; executives earning more than $151,164 per year.&nbsp;</p>
  2086. <p>&quot;Noncompete clauses keep wages low, suppress new ideas, and rob the American economy of dynamism,&quot; said FTC Chair Lina M. Khan. The agency estimated that the new rule will allow the creation of 8,500 new businesses each year, increase worker earnings by $524 per year and lower health care costs by $194 billion over the next decade.&nbsp;</p>
  2087. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Noncompete clauses, widely used in the tech industry, keep employers from freely changing to similar jobs or starting a business in the same field. The result is that workers must often stay in jobs they don&#39;t want, switch to a lower-paid position, relocate, or defend against costly litigation. &quot;An estimated 30 million workers — nearly one in five Americans [in the workforce] —are subject to a noncompete,&quot; according to the FTC.</p>
  2088. <blockquote><p>The Commission found that noncompetes tend to negatively affect competitive conditions in labor markets by inhibiting efficient matching between workers and employers. There is also evidence that noncompetes lead to increased market concentration and higher prices for consumers.</p></blockquote>
  2089. <p>Companies must now cancel existing noncompete clauses and notify employees about the change. The ruling applies to most employees and future hires, but current deals with senior executives still apply on the grounds that such agreements are likely to have been agreed upon by both parties.&nbsp;</p>
  2090. <p>Tech companies ostensibly use noncompetes as a way to protect IP, but they function in reality to lock in workers. The FTC said that trade secret laws and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are a better way to protect IP, and &quot;employers that wish to retain employees can compete on the merits for the worker&#39;s labor services by improving wages and working conditions.&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  2091. <p>Microsoft, the third largest tech industry employer in the US, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-drops-non-compete-nda-075515490.html">eliminated</a> such clauses back in 2022. &quot;While our existing employee agreements have noncompete obligations, we do not endorse the use of such provisions as a retention tool,&quot; the company said at the time.&nbsp;</p>
  2092. <p>The FTC vote went 3 to 2 along party lines. Republican commissioner Melissa Holyoke said the Commission &quot;overstepped the boundaries of its power&quot; and estimated the ruling would be challenged in court and struck down.&nbsp;</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ftc-bans-employers-from-using-noncompete-clauses-123045777.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2140.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best gifts for grads under $50]]></title>
  2141.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Finding the right gift for a new graduate in your life can be tough. Default ideas like a fancy watch or a monogrammed bag can be pricey and, let’s face it, boring. Tech can be a good option, and no, you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a solid gadget that they’d like. While expensive stuff like iPhones, smartwatches and game consoles may come to mind immediately, they aren’t the only options out there. And sometimes all it takes is a practical gadget like a power bank to make someone’s life a little easier — that’s especially applicable to new grads who are focusing all of their attention on snagging that new job or applying for further education. Here’s Engadget’s list of the best gifts under $50 for new graduates.</p>
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  2260.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Mercedes-Benz quad-motor G-Class could be the ultimate EV off-roader]]></title>
  2261.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<div id="8b8e2df67b3a4780ba2fb0fe23251015"><div style="left:0;width:100%;height:0;position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6UbL1OtRcyw?rel=0" style="top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;position:absolute;border:0;" allowfullscreen="" scrolling="no" data-embed-domain="www.youtube.com"></iframe></div></div>
  2262. <p>The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, aka the Gelandewagen (which means &quot;all-terrain vehicle&quot; in German) has been in regular production since 1979. It&#39;s changed a lot since then, evolving from a utilitarian off-roader to a desirable luxury icon, but it&#39;s never seen a change quite like this.</p>
  2263. <p>Meet the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology. That&#39;s a long and mild name for a pretty radical reinvention of the classic G. This is the first battery-powered G-Wagen, driven by a whopping four electric motors that draw juice from a 116-kilowatt-hour battery pack. Total output is 580 horsepower.</p>
  2264. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Those four motors enable the electric G to do some amazing things, like a so-called G-Turn, where it spins in place. The idea is to help this big rig get out of some tight off-road situations, but we think it&#39;ll be even more effective at impressing your neighbors. There&#39;s a bevy of other tech here too, including dedicated off-road driving modes and a series of cameras that allow drivers to spot every rock and rut when crossing the trails. No formal word on pricing just yet, but it&#39;s important to note that the gas-powered versions of the G-Class live on, so if you&#39;re really attached to internal combustion there&#39;s still a G for you.</p>
  2265. <p>Really, though, if you can&#39;t do a tank turn, then what&#39;s the point? Watch the video above for the full story.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-quad-motor-g-class-could-be-the-ultimate-ev-off-roader-120024168.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2309.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The Morning After: Senate passes the bill that could ban TikTok]]></title>
  2310.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Senate <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/senate-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-014124533.html">approved</a> a measure that will require ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, in a vote of 79 to 18. The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act next goes to President Biden. The president has already said he’ll sign the bill into law. (Yes, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-house-votes-in-favor-of-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-111547495.html">as predicted</a>, I&#39;m writing about this again.)</p>
  2311. <p>TikTok has faced the ire of US politicians for a few years now, but this bill has picked up support across both political parties. It sailed through the House of Representatives before being approved (bundled with a package for foreign aid) by the Senate on Tuesday.</p>
  2312. <p>The bill states that TikTok would have up to 12 months to divest from its parent company ByteDance, or face a ban in US app stores and web hosting services. The company, naturally, has protested this push, calling the bill unconstitutional and vowing to mount a legal challenge if the bill is signed into law. If it does so, it could bounce around courts for years before any eventual ban, if the company declines to sell. A few years is a long time in social media. Ask Snap, or worse, Vine.</p>
  2313. <p>And who would buy TikTok? While many major tech companies might love to grab the social network’s engaged young audience, many politicians would balk at making a Big Tech company even bigger. Steve Mnuchin, who was Treasury secretary in the Trump administration, told CNBC he was putting together an investor group. What could go wrong?</p>
  2314. <p>— Mat Smith</p>
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  2319. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/adobe-photoshops-latest-beta-makes-ai-generated-images-from-simple-text-prompts-090056096.html"><ins>Adobe Photoshop’s latest beta makes AI-generated images from simple text prompts</ins></a></p>
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  2322. <h2 id="jump-link-microsofts-new-lightweight-ai-model-can-run-on-smartphones"><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsofts-lightweight-phi-3-mini-model-can-run-on-smartphones-100223483.html">Microsoft’s new lightweight AI model can run on smartphones</a></h2>
  2323. <h3 id="jump-link-it-can-supposedly-respond-similarly-to-models-10-times-its-size">It can supposedly respond similarly to models 10 times its size.</h3>
  2324. <h3 id="jump-link-"></h3>
  2325. <p>Microsoft has unveiled its latest light AI model, called the Phi-3 Mini, for smartphones and other local devices. The aim is to provide a cheaper alternative to cloud-powered large language models (LLMs), allowing smaller organizations to adopt AI, with presumably lower energy burdens and without heady processing costs. According to Microsoft, the new model handily outperforms its previous Phi-2 small model and is on par with larger models like Llama 2. In fact, the company says the Phi-3 Mini responds close to the level of a model 10 times its size. The trick is apparently in the data Microsoft used to train its tiny model.</p>
  2326. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsofts-lightweight-phi-3-mini-model-can-run-on-smartphones-100223483.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
  2327. <p></p>
  2328. <h2 id="jump-link-tesla-teases-its-ride-hailing-app-ahead-of-robotaxi-unveiling"><a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tesla-previews-ride-hailing-experience-ahead-of-august-robotaxi-unveil-212738199.html">Tesla teases its ride-hailing app ahead of robotaxi unveiling</a></h2>
  2329. <h3 id="jump-link-the-feature-would-be-available-in-the-tesla-app-in-the-future">The feature would be available in the Tesla app ‘in the future.’</h3>
  2330. <h3 id="jump-link-"></h3>
  2331. <p>Tesla teased ride-hailing features coming to its app ahead of an August robotaxi unveiling. The company released mock-ups of the upcoming feature, which showed the ability to “summon” a ride from the Tesla app. The company has been promising self-driving taxi services<a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-04-22-tesla-elon-musk-self-driving-robo-taxi.html"> <ins>for years</ins></a>. Tesla didn’t offer many details, but it seems to have Uber-like functionality and the ability to remotely set the car’s temperature before arrival.</p>
  2332. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tesla-previews-ride-hailing-experience-ahead-of-august-robotaxi-unveil-212738199.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
  2333. <p></p>
  2334. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h2 id="jump-link-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-get-improved-ai-smarts-that-dont-require-a-subscription"><a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-do-the-ai-thing-without-a-projector-or-subscription-175403559.html">Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses get improved AI smarts that don’t require a subscription</a></h2>
  2335. <h3 id="jump-link-take-that-humane">Take that, Humane.</h3>
  2336. <a href="https://www.engadget.com/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-do-the-ai-thing-without-a-projector-or-subscription-175403559.html"><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/5099d260-021d-11ef-977e-64cde71c5e4c" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/5099d260-021d-11ef-977e-64cde71c5e4c" style="height:379px;width:675px;" alt="TMA" data-uuid="44a3c028-bcf2-3683-b8df-190592a57de2"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Meta</div></figure></a>
  2337. <p>After a few months of testing, Meta is bringing multimodal AI to its smart glasses. Multimodal AI means the system can process multiple types of information, including photos, videos, text and audio. You might have seen feature showcases of AI-connected devices that can view what a device is looking at and offer extra information — that kind of thing. Meta also announced hands-free video call integration with WhatsApp and Messenger and a few more frame designs.</p>
  2338. <p><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-do-the-ai-thing-without-a-projector-or-subscription-175403559.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-senate-passes-the-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-111556543.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2389.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Mercedes-Benz finally unveils its electric G-Class luxury off-roader]]></title>
  2390.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Back in 2022, Mercedes-Benz announced that it was going to release an <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-electric-g-class-suv-2024-172226776.html">electric G-Class</a> by the end of 2024. Now, the automaker has formally introduced the electrified version of its iconic luxury vehicle that&#39;s known for its exclusivity. The <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://media.mercedes-benz.com/press-kit/e3fb1e08-0558-4228-adb8-534c42940074">Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology</a> comes equipped with a 116 kWh lithium-ion battery that gives it enough energy to run for up to 473 kilometers (294 miles) on a single charge. It also has a maximum total output of 432 kW and a maximum torque of 1,164 Nm.</p>
  2391. <p>The electric model looks pretty much like the gas-powered G-Class, with its sharp angles and its distinctive door handles, grilles and round headlights. Mercedes offers optional lighting exclusive to the EQ version of the vehicle, though, so you can change its looks and give it a design that&#39;s considerably different from a standard G-Class. The vehicle is powered by four electric motors located near each wheel and has several modes for off-road use: G-TURN, which will allow you to turn the vehicle almost on the spot, G-STEERING, which could eliminate the need for multi-point turns, and the intelligent off-road crawl function that provides cruise control for off-road drives.&nbsp;</p>
  2392. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Mercedes-Benz made sure the vehicle&#39;s battery is ready for off-road journeys, as well, and encased it in a torsion-resistant casing that protects it from water and dirt. Since the vehicle can be driven in up to 33.5 inches of water, the battery definitely needs that kind of protection. It can charge with both alternating current and direct current, and when plugged into a fast-charging DC system, it can go from 10 to 80 percent in just 32 minutes. The G-Class can convert kinetic energy into electrical energy when you coast or hit the brakes, as well.&nbsp;</p>
  2393. <p>EDITION ONE, the G-Class with EQ Technology coming out at launch later this year, will have an &quot;an expanded palette of standard features.&quot; A company spokesperson told <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/the-all-electric-mercedes-g-class-suv-ratchets-up-the-tech-and-off-road-capability/"><em>TechCrunch</em></a> that a range-extended version with a battery that uses a more energy-dense silicon-anode technology from Mercedes&#39; partner Silas will also be available in the next few years.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mercedes-benz-finally-unveils-its-electric-g-class-luxury-off-roader-110040316.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2447.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best cheap fitness trackers for 2024]]></title>
  2448.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Achieving your fitness goals doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Keeping track of your progress will be crucial, but not everyone needs to drop hundreds of dollars on the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-smartwatches-153013118.html">best smartwatches</a> out there. The average affordable tracker might offer just the right tools to help kickstart your health journey. And, after testing a number of affordable fitness trackers, I can say with confidence that you might be surprised by how much a $100 (or less) wearable can do. Many of these gadgets go well beyond being glorified pedometers, providing in-depth reports on how you're sleeping at night or giving you a breakdown of your heart rate variability during a workout. But given their price, there will be some sacrifices. To help you decide which is right for you, I tested a number of the best cheap fitness trackers available today to find the ones that are worth your money.</p>
  2449. <h2>What to look for in a cheap fitness tracker</h2>
  2450. <p>All of the best fitness trackers should have at least three features: a program to track workouts or movement of some sort, the option to monitor and collect sleep data and the ability to measure health metrics like heart rate and blood oxygen levels (though, the readings might not be super accurate).</p>
  2451. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h3>Fitness features</h3>
  2452. <p>A cheap workout tracker can be great for someone looking to keep tabs on small, achievable goals like 10,000 steps before sundown or 30 minutes of a HIIT workout to get your heart rate peaking. An experienced long-distance runner looking to train for a triathlon might opt for a more expensive device that can measure cadence or ground contact time, and can track more customizable workouts or give deeper insights into performance data.</p>
  2453. <p>At the very least, a budget workout tracker should be able to track workouts beyond walking and running — otherwise, it would just be a pedometer. The number of activities a device will recognize varies. Some will get funky with it and consider skateboarding a workout, while others won’t be able to track a jumping jack.</p>
  2454. <p>At this price, you can expect a device to measure a mix of cardio, machine workouts and strength training. With each, you might get a numerical or visual breakdown of heart rate activity, overall pace, and calories burned per session. Although some cheap trackers can offer a really good overview of heart rate zone activity during a workout, a more technically advanced device might be able to go a step further and explain what your results mean and coach you on how to keep your heart rate in a specific bracket so that you can burn more fat per workout. I found that the more budget-friendly the device, the more likely it is that a tracker will fall short when it comes to smart counseling or offering predictive insights beyond a given workout. If a budget tracker does happen to offer some semblance of a coaching program, you can expect it to sit behind a paywall.</p>
  2455. <p>Tracking and planning your recovery is just as essential to any fitness journey. A sub-$100 device should be able to tell you how long you’ve slept and provide a breakdown of deep, light and REM sleep activity. It's not a guarantee that you will get a sleep “score” or insights on how to get better rest — that data is usually found on more expensive wearables. Also, because these trackers aren’t designed for bedtime specifically — be mindful of comfort. The bands and watch face on a budget fitness tracker may not be ideal for getting some good shut-eye.</p>
  2456. <h3>Connectivity and practicality</h3>
  2457. <p>Not all activity trackers, budget-friendly or not, are designed to seamlessly integrate with a smartphone. The trackers tested for this roundup can’t directly make calls or send texts to contacts on a paired smartphone. They can, however, display and dismiss incoming calls and notifications. You can forget about checking your email or paying for a coffee from your wrist using these more affordable devices.</p>
  2458. <p>Most cheap fitness trackers also won't include a built-in GPS. Instead, they usually depend on a paired smartphone to gather location data. The drawback of using a fitness tracker without GPS is that it might not provide as precise for tracking distance or pace. You also can't use a budget tracker to get turn-by-turn directions during a walk or while running errands. For the more outdoorsy consumers, having GPS could be a key safety feature.</p>
  2459. <h3>Design</h3>
  2460. <p>You also might find that an inexpensive fitness tracker is harder to navigate than a more advanced smartwatch. Whether it be a screen size issue or simply not having a smart enough interface, don't expect every feature to be one that you can engage with directly on your wrist. Oftentimes, you will need to pull out your smartphone to log information or access more in-depth health data.</p>
  2461. <p>The quality and build of displays and bands will also vary in this category. Don’t expect the highest resolution displays or the fanciest materials in the bands. But you can expect some level of sweat and water resistance.</p>
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  2465. <h2>Other cheap fitness trackers we tested</h2>
  2466. <h3>Wyze Watch 47c</h3>
  2467. <p>I didn't have high expectations of the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1dZWkUtQWx1bWludW0tU21hcnR3YXRjaC1XYXRlcnByb29mLU1lbnN0cnVhbC9kcC9CMDk4M1ZSNFREP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLTVleC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNzY3ODhhY2MtYjNjOS00YzIyLThmMmYtNmUzNDU0YzUzZDc5In0&amp;signature=AQAAAVmoWnqzJ4JoATx2TiLG-lhhsviSlgzUbjR5LEmupWBM&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWYZE-Aluminum-Smartwatch-Waterproof-Menstrual%2Fdp%2FB0983VR4TD" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/WYZE-Aluminum-Smartwatch-Waterproof-Menstrual/dp/B0983VR4TD?th=1">Wyze Watch 47c</a>, but I was shocked at how little this tracker can do. The 47c can only track walks and runs. It has a dedicated widget, a small logo of a man running, and when you tap it, it begins measuring your pace, heart rate, calories burned and mileage. It does not auto-detect or auto-pause workouts and it doesn't differentiate between a run and walk. Most importantly, this device can’t track any other exercises. It’s basically a glorified pedometer.</p>
  2468. <p>The 47c was also my least favorite to sleep with, mainly because the square watch face is so large and heavy. Even if I did manage to sleep through the night with it on, it only gave me a basic sleep report.</p>
  2469. <h3>Garmin vivofit 4</h3>
  2470. <p>The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0dhcm1pbi12JTI1MjVDMyUyNTI1QUR2b2ZpdC1hY3Rpdml0eS1kaXNwbGF5LTAxMC0wMTg0Ny0wMC9kcC9CMDc3WDFTUVk5P3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLTVleC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNzY3ODhhY2MtYjNjOS00YzIyLThmMmYtNmUzNDU0YzUzZDc5In0&amp;signature=AQAAAe4FZOOht2z_sQRLYRGED_XEckVXXgEYL1CIHfMkhw13&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGarmin-v%2525C3%2525ADvofit-activity-display-010-01847-00%2Fdp%2FB077X1SQY9" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-v%C3%ADvofit-activity-display-010-01847-00/dp/B077X1SQY9">Garmin vivofit 4</a> has a tiny display that is not a touchscreen and all navigation happens through one button. The watch face is impossible to read outdoors and the exercise widget is also very finicky. To start tracking a run, you have to hold down the main button and flip through some pages until you get to a moving person icon. Once there, you have to press the bottom right corner of the bar and hold down and if you press for too long or in the wrong spot, it’ll switch to another page, like a stopwatch. It’s incredibly frustrating.</p>
  2471. <p>Once you start a run though, it will start tracking your steps, your distance — and that's pretty much it. It does not auto-detect or auto-pause workouts. It doesn't alert you of any mileage or calorie milestones.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-cheap-fitness-trackers-140054780.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2522.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[EU's new right-to-repair rules force companies to repair out-of-warranty devices]]></title>
  2523.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The European Union has adopted a <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240419IPR20590/right-to-repair-making-repair-easier-and-more-appealing-to-consumers">right-to-repair directive</a> that will make it easier for consumers to get their devices fixed. The <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-6461-2024-INIT/en/pdf">new rules</a> extend a product&#39;s guarantee if it breaks under warranty, while obliging manufacturers to repair devices no longer covered. The law still needs to be approved by member nations.&nbsp;</p>
  2524. <p>Devices sold in Europe already offer minimum two-year warranties, but the new rules impose additional requirements. If a device is repaired under warranty, the customer must be given a choice between a replacement or a repair. If they choose the latter, the warranty is to be extended by a year.&nbsp;</p>
  2525. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Once it expires, companies are still required to repair &quot;common household products&quot; that are repairable under EU law, like smartphones, TVs and certain appliances (the list of devices can be extended over time). Consumer may also borrow a device during the repair or, if it can&#39;t be fixed, opt for a refurbished unit as an alternative.</p>
  2526. <p>The EU says repairs must be offered at a &quot;reasonable&quot; price such that &quot;consumers are not intentionally deterred&quot; from them. Manufacturers need to supply spare parts and tools and not try to weasel out of repairs through the use of &quot;contractual clauses, hardware or software techniques.&quot; The latter, while not stated, may make it harder for companies to sunset devices by <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-original-apple-watch-lineup-is-officially-obsolete-083825819.html">halting future updates</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  2527. <p>In addition, manufacturers can&#39;t stop the use of second-hand, original, compatible or 3D-printed spare parts by independent repairers as long as they&#39;re in conformity with EU laws. They must provide a website that shows prices for repairs, can&#39;t refuse to fix a device previously repaired by someone else and can&#39;t refuse a repair for economic reasons.</p>
  2528. <p>While applauding the expanded rules, Europe&#39;s Right to Repair group said it there were <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://repair.eu/news/analysis-of-the-adopted-directive-on-common-rules-promoting-the-repair-of-goods/">missed opportunities</a>. It would have liked to see more product categories included, priority for repair over replacement, the right for independent repairers to have access to all spare parts/repair information and more. &quot;Our coalition will continue to push for ambitious repairability requirements... as well as working with members focused on the implementation of the directive in each member state.&quot;</p>
  2529. <p>Along with helping consumers save money, right-to-repair rules help reduce e-waste, CO2 pollution and more. The area is currently a battleground in the US as well, with legislation under debate in around half the states. California&#39;s <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/californias-right-to-repair-bill-is-now-californias-right-to-repair-law-232526782.html">right-to-repair law</a> — going into effect on July 1 — forces manufacturers to stock replacement parts, tools and repair manuals for seven years for smartphones and other devices that cost over $100.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/eus-new-right-to-repair-rules-force-companies-to-repair-out-of-warranty-devices-081939123.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2580.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The best microSD cards in 2024]]></title>
  2581.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Most microSD cards are fast enough for stashing photos, recording video and transferring files, but some will get you a little more bang for your buck than others. If you’re looking to boost the internal storage of your <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/nintendo-switch-oled-review-130025998.html">Nintendo Switch</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/steam-deck-oled-review-its-just-better-180038030.html">Steam Deck</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/gopro-hero-12-review-new-features-143039315.html">GoPro</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-raspberry-pi-5-uses-the-companys-own-chip-designs-061316561.html">Raspberry Pi</a> or any other device that still has compatibility with microSD cards, we can help. We’ve thoroughly researched the market and put more than a dozen microSD cards through a range of benchmark tests: Here are the best that we’ve tested, along with some general advice on what to look for when buying a new card.<br><br><strong>Editor’s note (4/24/24)</strong>: Samsung has released an <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctRVZPLVNlbGVjdC0xMjhHQi1taWNyb1NEL2RwL0IwQ1dQTjY2MlE_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8teWgtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAT_sryUY2pHg5lyhZkuIOtmrXX6RAkN6G7C6O1XlRPJp&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-EVO-Select-128GB-microSD%2Fdp%2FB0CWPN662Q" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-EVO-Select-128GB-microSD/dp/B0CWPN662Q">upgraded version</a> of our “best value” pick, the Evo Select. We plan to test it soon and update our guide accordingly. Samsung <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-announces-new-evo-select-evo-plus-microsd-cards-improved-speeds/?utm_source=pr_media&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=general">says</a> the new model can reach sequential read speeds up to 160 MB/s, so it should still be a step down from our other top picks, which we continue to recommend</p>
  2582. <h2 id="jump-link-what-to-look-for-in-a-microsd-card">What to look for in a microSD card</h2>
  2583. <h3 id="jump-link-capacity">Capacity</h3>
  2584. <p>The first thing to figure out when buying a microSD card is how much space you need. Modern cards are usually available in sizes ranging from 32GB to 512GB, while a handful offer 1TB models as well. 2TB cards are theoretically possible but <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://petapixel.com/2022/09/30/kioxia-has-working-prototypes-of-the-worlds-first-2tb-microsd-card/">still in</a> the prototype stage.</p>
  2585. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>For most, a 128GB or 256GB model should be the sweet spot between price and storage space. But if you need more room — say, for stashing a bunch of games on a <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/steam-deck-review-small-hands-180026719.html">Steam Deck</a> — a 512GB card could make more sense and often provides a better cost-per-GB ratio. These days, you can find a decent 128GB card for around $15 or less, a good 256GB card for less than $30 and a solid 512GB card for less than $40 (though many cost closer to $50 or $60). There’s a starker increase when you go up to 1TB cards, which typically cost closer to $100.</p>
  2586. <p>Note that a microSD card’s performance may differ depending on what capacity you buy. SanDisk says its <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Western Digital;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=92bbc6e1-f32c-4060-9f86-b3358db79a39&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Western+Digital&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5MmJiYzZlMS1mMzJjLTQwNjAtOWY4Ni1iMzM1OGRiNzlhMzkiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cud2VzdGVybmRpZ2l0YWwuY29tL3Byb2R1Y3RzL21lbW9yeS1jYXJkcy9zYW5kaXNrLWV4dHJlbWUtdWhzLWktbWljcm9zZCNTRFNRWEFBLTEyOEctQU42TUEiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAVLMWfp-vMvg_C-wQesY1U5IVOs6FMJfDrNv0N00SDEW&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westerndigital.com%2Fproducts%2Fmemory-cards%2Fsandisk-extreme-uhs-i-microsd%23SDSQXAA-128G-AN6MA">128GB Extreme card</a> delivers sequential write speeds up to 90 MB/s, for example, while the higher-capacity models in the same line offer up to 130 MB/s.</p>
  2587. <p>When we talk about microSD cards today, we usually refer to cards that use the <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.sdcard.org/developers/sd-standard-overview/capacity-sd-sdhc-sdxc-sduc/">microSDXC (eXtended Capacity) standard</a>, which have a capacity between 32GB and 2TB. Your device needs to support this for it to work with a microSDXC card. This will almost never be an issue these days, but some older devices (a <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/274/~/what-sd-cards-and-microsd-cards-are-compatible%3F">Nintendo 3DS</a>, for instance) are only compatible with microSDHC (High Capacity) cards, which range from 2GB to 32GB.</p>
  2588. <h3 id="jump-link-read-and-write-speeds">Read and write speeds</h3>
  2589. <p>MicroSD cards are primarily judged on their read and write speeds, which are usually measured in megabytes per second (MB/s). Generally, most microSD cards have faster read speeds than write speeds.</p>
  2590. <p>These metrics can then be broken down into sequential and random performance. Sequential read and write speeds matter when you’re trying to access or save long, constant streams of data, such as opening a large video or copying a big batch of files from a PC. If you want to use a microSD card for media storage, this is particularly important. Random performance, meanwhile, is about how quickly a card can read and write small files scattered throughout the device.</p>
  2591. <p>Since random read/write speeds are much lower than sequential ones, storage device makers tend not to advertise them as loudly. But they’re important if you use a card with a gaming device or a single-board computer like the <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/raspberry-pi/">Raspberry Pi</a>, where it often has to rapidly save and access small bits of data in random locations.</p>
  2592. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/a8a00b60-f034-11ed-bf3c-39241bbedf2b" alt="A chart from the SD Association explaining how its various speed class ratings work." data-uuid="95862b81-c662-36f2-8f52-1c7b363d1e5c"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">SD Association</div></figure>
  2593. <h3 id="jump-link-speed-ratings">Speed ratings</h3>
  2594. <p>If you look at a microSD card, you’ll see a buffet of numbers, letters and symbols. Most of these refer to the card’s <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.sdcard.org/developers/sd-standard-overview/speed-class/">speed class</a> and performance ratings, which are determined by the <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.sdcard.org/">SD Association</a>.</p>
  2595. <p>A card’s Video Speed Class, or V-rating, details its minimum sequential write speed, which is especially important when recording video from a camera. It ranges from V6 to V90. Most of the cards we tested had a V30 rating, so they have a sequential write speed of at least 30 MB/s. This should be enough to support up to 4K video at lower bitrates. Higher-rated V60 and V90 cards are usually better for capturing 8K, but they come at a much higher cost.</p>
  2596. <p>The UHS Speed Class, or U-rating, also refers to a card’s minimum sequential write speed. It comes in two varieties: U3, which mandates a minimum of 30 MB/s, and U1, which is rated for 10 MB/s.</p>
  2597. <p>The older Speed Class rating overlaps with the other two systems. It’s signified by a C symbol and goes from Class 2 to Class 10, with the number (again) indicating minimum sequential write speed. This rating is less relevant nowadays, but you may still see a “C10” logo on some cards.</p>
  2598. <p>The Application Performance spec, marked by an A symbol, is an indicator of random read/write speeds. This is measured in IOPS, or input/output operations per second, rather than MB/s. There are two categories here: A1 cards offer a minimum random read speed of 1,500 IOPS and a minimum random write speed of 500 IOPS, while A2 cards bump those up to 4,000 IOPS and 2,000 IOPS, respectively. Both ratings also guarantee sequential write speeds of at least 10 MB/s.</p>
  2599. <p>To keep it simple, most people should look for a card with V30, U3 and A2 ratings. It’s totally possible to get a solid card without those: A U1 card might be worth it if you just need a cheap, high-capacity option, for example. V60 and V90 cards are worth a look if you’re serious about shooting high-resolution photos and video as well. But overall, cards with the certifications above should provide the best blend of price and performance today.</p>
  2600. <p>It’s important to emphasize that these ratings are baselines. Most V30 cards offer significantly higher write speeds than 30 MB/s, for instance, and some A1 cards can outperform some A2 models in practice. The speeds advertised by manufacturers aren’t always 100 percent accurate, either: Sometimes the card will be slower in real-world use, other times it may actually be a bit faster.</p>
  2601. <h3 id="jump-link-uhs-bus-speeds">UHS bus speeds</h3>
  2602. <p>The other spec to note is the card’s bus interface. Most microSD cards available today are UHS-I, which have a theoretical maximum speed of 104 MB/s. There are also UHS-II cards, which have an extra row of pins on the back and can reach up to 312 MB/s. (A UHS-III standard exists as well but hasn’t seen wide adoption.) These are labeled on the card with a Roman numeral I or II.</p>
  2603. <p>The fastest microSD cards you can buy right now are UHS-II cards, and they’re usually the ones with V60 or V90 ratings. If you shoot lots of 4K to 8K video or frequently use burst mode to capture ultra high-res photos, the performance gains of a good UHS-II card can save you time.</p>
  2604. <p>But these are much more expensive than UHS-I cards: This <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&amp;H Photo;elmt:;cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=B%26H+Photo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xNzkzMzcxLVJFRy9sZXhhcl9sbXNnb2xkMTI4Z19ibm5uZ18xMjhnYl9wcm9mZXNzaW9uYWxfZ29sZF9taWNyb3NkeGMuaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAQEKKNWYIJxCPIclRriLM5hF5lPWk0KL58vxwHaMoNzT&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1793371-REG%2Flexar_lmsgold128g_bnnng_128gb_professional_gold_microsdxc.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1793371-REG/lexar_lmsgold128g_bnnng_128gb_professional_gold_microsdxc.html">128GB Lexar Professional Gold</a> model, for instance, is a relative bargain at $40. While that's less than many UHS-II models we’ve seen in the past, it's still more than double the typical price of our top pick mentioned below. You need a device that’s compatible with the UHS-II interface to see any benefits, too, and stock for UHS-II cards is generally spottier. For now, the higher speeds aren’t worth the price premium for most people, so we stuck mostly to UHS-I cards here.</p>
  2605. <p>We’ll also note <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/samsungs-new-microsd-card-is-faster-than-some-ssds-191251687.html">Samsung’s recent announcement</a> of a new 256GB microSD card based on an entirely different standard called SD Express. This is theoretically much faster than any UHS-I or UHS-II option: Samsung <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://news.samsung.com/global/samsungs-new-microsd-cards-bring-high-performance-and-capacity-for-the-new-era-in-mobile-computing-and-on-device-ai">claims</a> this specific model can reach sequential read speeds up to a whopping 800 MB/s. For context, that’d be quicker than some older SSDs. SD Express has <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180626006664/en/SD-Express-%E2%80%93-Revolutionary-Innovation-SD-Memory">technically been around</a> for several years but hasn’t seen wide adoption, so exactly how this card performs in reality — and how much it’ll cost — remains to be seen. We’ll test the device once it becomes available, which Samsung says will be sometime later in 2024.</p>
  2606. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/5b0bdf80-261b-11ec-93d7-3651390a7516" alt="Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED, face down" data-uuid="a90e348a-e0aa-3056-ad4f-0f17f422a93e"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Kris Naudus / Engadget</div></figure>
  2607. <h3 id="jump-link-a-note-on-card-readers-the-nintendo-switch-and-steam-deck">A note on card readers, the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck</h3>
  2608. <p>While the UHS-I spec has a theoretical maximum of 104 MB/s, some UHS-I cards can exceed that speed through proprietary extensions. You need a compatible card reader and host device to take advantage of that extra performance, though. If you find a UHS-I card advertising speeds higher than 104 MB/s, this is what’s going on. You can see these limits in action with a Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck: <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/22481/~/microsd-card-faq">Both</a> of <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://www.steamdeck.com/en/tech">those</a> gaming devices support the UHS-I interface and don’t go beyond its official speed, flattening any sequential gains some cards may have elsewhere. The broader takeaway: Your microSD card will only be as fast as the slowest link in your chain.</p>
  2609. <h3 id="jump-link-warranty">Warranty</h3>
  2610. <p>Many microSD cards are designed to be durable, with protection from water, extreme temperatures, X-rays and drops. Still, in case of catastrophe, a long warranty is always good to have. Many manufacturers offer lifetime limited warranties, though we’ve noticed that “endurance” cards marketed to withstand more hours of writing are usually covered for a much shorter period of time.</p>
  2611. <h3 id="jump-link-avoiding-counterfeits">Avoiding counterfeits</h3>
  2612. <p>The memory card market has had a particular problem with scammers selling fake products. To guard against this, only buy from a known brand and a reputable retailer such as Best Buy, B&amp;H Photo or Adorama. If you shop at Amazon, only buy if the shipper <em>and</em> seller is Amazon.com. (Though a handful of users <a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/dz3h6z/amazon_still_selling_fake_microsd_cards_even_if/">have reported</a> receiving counterfeits even from Amazon directly in the past.) Remember: If a price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be wary of any retailer offering significantly a lower price than others.</p>
  2613. <p>Once you receive a card, check its packaging for any irregularities. You can run benchmark tests like <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://crystalmark.info/en/">CrystalDiskMark</a> or <a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2FwcHMuYXBwbGUuY29tL3VzL2FwcC9ibGFja21hZ2ljLWRpc2stc3BlZWQtdGVzdC9pZDQyNTI2NDU1MD9tdD0xMiIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAActngcAbGFJX7nyX4-HIJ1_WXXD3RN5G-OqiyGzawnQ0&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fblackmagic-disk-speed-test%2Fid425264550%3Fmt%3D12">BlackMagic Disk Speed Test</a> to verify its speeds aren’t drastically lower than what’s advertised (or possible, given its specs). You can also use software that’s designed to verify the true capacity and performance of your card, such as <a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://3ds.hacks.guide/h2testw-(windows).html">H2testw</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1" href="https://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/fakeflashtest.html">FakeFlashTest</a>.</p>
  2614. <h2 id="jump-link-how-we-tested">How we tested</h2>
  2615. <p>We put 13 microSD cards through a series of tests to verify their sequential and random performance. These included benchmarks like <a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1" href="https://crystalmark.info/en/">CrystalDiskMark</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2FwcHMuYXBwbGUuY29tL3VzL2FwcC9ibGFja21hZ2ljLWRpc2stc3BlZWQtdGVzdC9pZDQyNTI2NDU1MD9tdD0xMiIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAActngcAbGFJX7nyX4-HIJ1_WXXD3RN5G-OqiyGzawnQ0&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fblackmagic-disk-speed-test%2Fid425264550%3Fmt%3D12&amp;uuid=WrhBKbpN4daM9tbG7823">BlackMagic Disk Speed Test</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:28;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2FwcHMuYXBwbGUuY29tL3VzL2FwcC9hdHRvLWRpc2stYmVuY2htYXJrL2lkMTQ3OTEwMzY1OD9tdD0xMiIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfoNsNSPZ5e0oF3_3GiMSNvT93g2ZShPtGye_0XhmWP9&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fatto-disk-benchmark%2Fid1479103658%3Fmt%3D12&amp;uuid=3td9jvUGx8Cen6yQ8823">ATTO Disk Benchmark</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:29;pos:1" href="https://www.aja.com/products/aja-system-test">AJA System Test</a>, as well as a few “real-world” tests. We copied and pasted a small folder of photos about 1.15GB in size to and from each card, then did the same with a larger 12.2GB folder containing multiple file types and subfolders, timing the process each time. We also checked how each card performed on the Steam Deck, downloading games of varying sizes — including <a data-i13n="cpos:30;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLnN0ZWFtcG93ZXJlZC5jb20vYXBwLzQxMzE1MC9TdGFyZGV3X1ZhbGxleS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAfF9kftCm_qY8ohWAxApv17c1uLn8DNN4rAY6XEWVx_O&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.steampowered.com%2Fapp%2F413150%2FStardew_Valley%2F&amp;uuid=cELFAOxALtSFSYSi9823"><em>Stardew Valley</em></a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:31;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLnN0ZWFtcG93ZXJlZC5jb20vYXBwLzE5MDI0OTAvQXBlcnR1cmVfRGVza19Kb2IvIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmNDExY2FkYS0zZjFlLTQ4N2QtOGQ5YS1jYjVkMzBjMTlmYmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAATgmruD8gtijYF0vpKXC9mtPTzhBAK0r5oyWRyVb-HeT&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.steampowered.com%2Fapp%2F1902490%2FAperture_Desk_Job%2F&amp;uuid=jFv6JnI1tWDfBnmH10823"><em>Aperture Desk Job</em></a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:32;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLnN0ZWFtcG93ZXJlZC5jb20vYXBwLzIzNTQ2MC9NRVRBTF9HRUFSX1JJU0lOR19SRVZFTkdFQU5DRS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAf-Fcoj7h56Iws3Ir1v0yzPVUTpWtUYsoV5Kd4wNOn-7&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.steampowered.com%2Fapp%2F235460%2FMETAL_GEAR_RISING_REVENGEANCE%2F&amp;uuid=LiLVLScIrcBgkXcy11823"><em>Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance</em></a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:33;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLnN0ZWFtcG93ZXJlZC5jb20vYXBwLzExNzI0NzAvQXBleF9MZWdlbmRzLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAX6Dz1LiOG7XfZPyDoA4Mlv7wsLe_fKqHNgeGgTMOsM6&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.steampowered.com%2Fapp%2F1172470%2FApex_Legends%2F&amp;uuid=WJrQVJRdqKe0UYD512823"><em>Apex Legends</em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>— then timing how long it took to launch each game and load save files.</p>
  2616. <p>We used a <a data-i13n="cpos:34;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9LaW5nc3Rvbi1Nb2JpbGVMaXRlLVBsdXMtVUhTLUlJLVJlYWRlci9kcC9CMDg1UDRZMUYxLz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAXTXomhyyqi9b591nnBxFTkj5m_dtJCoEERBZSexPB2g&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FKingston-MobileLite-Plus-UHS-II-Reader%2Fdp%2FB085P4Y1F1%2F">Kingston USB 3.2 UHS-II reader</a> to test each card on both Windows 11 and macOS Sonoma. For the former, we used an Alienware <a data-i13n="cpos:35;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Dell;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b1bb23c9-a2d4-4e4e-bfac-7a560ebe7641&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Dell&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJiMWJiMjNjOS1hMmQ0LTRlNGUtYmZhYy03YTU2MGViZTc2NDEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVsbC5jb20vZW4tdXMvc2hvcC9nYW1pbmctYW5kLWdhbWVzL2FsaWVud2FyZS1hdXJvcmEtcjExLWdhbWluZy1kZXNrdG9wL3NwZC9hbGllbndhcmUtYXVyb3JhLXIxMS1kZXNrdG9wIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmNDExY2FkYS0zZjFlLTQ4N2QtOGQ5YS1jYjVkMzBjMTlmYmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAZJl-bpdZeiHRWOQmAgmdgRnMdgbtlJeh52DNMpvZy5J&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dell.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fgaming-and-games%2Falienware-aurora-r11-gaming-desktop%2Fspd%2Falienware-aurora-r11-desktop">gaming PC</a> with an Intel Core i9-10900F, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 GPU, 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. For the latter, we used a 2021 16-inch MacBook Pro with an Apple M1 Pro chip, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. To use our card reader on the MacBook, we used <a data-i13n="cpos:36;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Apple;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=4130e2f0-a14f-4c5e-bdab-cd52ac7d8e79&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Apple&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI0MTMwZTJmMC1hMTRmLTRjNWUtYmRhYi1jZDUyYWM3ZDhlNzkiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXBwbGUuY29tL3Nob3AvcHJvZHVjdC9NVUY4MkFNL0EvdXNiLWMtZGlnaXRhbC1hdi1tdWx0aXBvcnQtYWRhcHRlciIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAATRypabjS61YXRZbRJGCCpl9MrHwAVFE0OZ1YzyO3mZs&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fproduct%2FMUF82AM%2FA%2Fusb-c-digital-av-multiport-adapter">Apple’s USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter</a>.</p>
  2617. <p>We tested the 128GB version of each card wherever possible, though for a few cards — SanDisk's Extreme and Samsung's Pro Plus and Pro Ultimate — we were only able to test their 256GB models. We also reformatted each card before testing with the SD Association’s <a data-i13n="cpos:37;pos:1" href="https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter/">Memory Card Formatter tool</a>.</p>
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  2623. <h2 id="jump-link-other-notable-microsd-cards">Other notable microSD cards</h2>
  2624. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/38115180-f037-11ed-b9ff-371a217f9a97" alt="The SanDisk Extreme and PNY Elite-X microSD cards." data-uuid="ceece318-0178-3bc0-a68d-be6ae7c181f0"><figcaption>The SanDisk Extreme and PNY Elite-X.</figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Jeff Dunn / Engadget</div></figure>
  2625. <h3 id="jump-link-delkin-devices-power">Delkin Devices Power</h3>
  2626. <p>We didn’t use it ourselves, but if you’re willing to pay for a more powerful UHS-II card built for heavy-duty video recording, the <a data-i13n="cpos:38;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=B%26H+Photo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xNzU4Mzk3LVJFRy9kZWxraW5fZGV2aWNlc19kZG1zZGcyMDAwMTI4XzEyOGdiX3Bvd2VyX3Voc19paV9taWNyb3NkeGMuaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAYBxRjXjOUtFUg7l3A34GgbbmXZSRCVlqiHQmpNc5Zuj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1758397-REG%2Fdelkin_devices_ddmsdg2000128_128gb_power_uhs_ii_microsdxc.html&amp;uuid=ihC0Sn8FrRrCVEKu44829">Delkin Devices Power</a> has <a data-i13n="cpos:39;pos:1" href="https://havecamerawilltravel.com/fastest-microsd-cards/">tested well</a> elsewhere and should deliver significantly faster sequential write speeds than our picks above. It’s one of the few UHS-II cards we could actually find in stock, but it costs a ton, with a 128GB model normally priced at $93.</p>
  2627. <h3 id="jump-link-sandisk-microsdxc-card-for-nintendo-switch">SanDisk microSDXC Card for Nintendo Switch</h3>
  2628. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:40;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMDhWNFo0VlJZLz90aD0xJnRhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLXloLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmNDExY2FkYS0zZjFlLTQ4N2QtOGQ5YS1jYjVkMzBjMTlmYmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAZZ6TVblclFG68ygqnFy-qJBI5ZEDsWWvEp7n_w6pf9K&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08V4Z4VRY%2F%3Fth%3D1&amp;uuid=zB44MlPmBptHMi3347634">SanDisk microSDXC Card for Nintendo Switch</a> is another decent option if you ever see it available for less than the Pro Plus and Canvas Go Plus. Its sequential read speeds were about the same as the latter in our benchmarks, but its sequential writes were slightly slower (and farther behind the Pro Plus). Its random read/writes were a bit behind according to CrystalDiskMark as well. The <a data-i13n="cpos:41;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3Byb2R1Y3QvQjA4VjRaNFZSWT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAWxxGCqZ0Qd9alXJUfCCExXJDMkeu7eQcRHBmFBhmeqb&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB08V4Z4VRY&amp;uuid=Xf7HuiXL2RrnZD7T42291">128GB version</a> of this card is priced around $18 as of this writing, while the 512GB model costs around $50; both are higher than the Pro Plus. SanDisk backs the card with a lifetime warranty, however,  plus it’s available in <a data-i13n="cpos:42;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQzJCOENDUjEvcmVmPXR3aXN0ZXJfQjBDM0tZVkRXVD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAV285f6AfZPLDgmtd1tBc8MWwqqxYQl-h8eSGYCbz9Ik&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0C2B8CCR1%2Fref%3Dtwister_B0C3KYVDWT&amp;uuid=b6IjbuXYd3LuyYDX45829">a 1TB capacity</a>. Note that we tested the <em>Apex Legends </em>version of the 128GB card; SanDisk also sells a <a data-i13n="cpos:43;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9ncC9wcm9kdWN0L0IwN0tYUVgzUzMvcmVmPWV3Y19wcl9pbWdfMT9zbWlkPUFUVlBES0lLWDBERVImdGg9MSZ0YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfuvNSDRSN61T42qx8gfcJ9ky5UP9YENcBaW5IEe01aZ&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB07KXQX3S3%2Fref%3Dewc_pr_img_1%3Fsmid%3DATVPDKIKX0DER%26th%3D1&amp;uuid=yXdnyjN7SUy3dH1B49634"><em>Super Mario</em> model</a>, but we can’t speak to whether that one performs any differently.</p>
  2629. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/86013640-f036-11ed-bfd5-7be1475afb3d" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-05/86013640-f036-11ed-bfd5-7be1475afb3d" style="height:1125px;width:2000px;" alt="SanDisk's microSDXC Card for Nintendo Switch." data-uuid="b5d56daf-7323-3dfb-b0ff-031502bf493c"><figcaption>SanDisk's Nintendo Switch-branded microSDXC card.</figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Jeff Dunn / Engadget</div></figure>
  2630. <h3 id="jump-link-lexar-professional-1066x">Lexar Professional 1066x</h3>
  2631. <p>Similarly, the <a data-i13n="cpos:44;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMDhHR0NIS01ML3JlZj10d2lzdGVyX0IwQlRWTTdLNks_X2VuY29kaW5nPVVURjgmdGg9MSZ0YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAY7URpY0KNBdNfO1V0aFLfBy2xj6BvCY9XzyYdG_m_Ex&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08GGCHKML%2Fref%3Dtwister_B0BTVM7K6K%3F_encoding%3DUTF8%26th%3D1&amp;uuid=fdNIX68id3KRTsau53635">Lexar Professional 1066x</a> is a decent alternative to the Pro Plus if our main picks are unavailable. It’s another V30, U3 and A2 model, and like Samsung’s card, its sequential write speeds were a bit faster than the Canvas Go Plus and SanDisk Switch card in our benchmarks. Those write speeds weren’t as quick as the Pro Plus, and its sequential reads trailed all three cards. Random read/writes also lagged behind the Pro Plus and Canvas Go Plus, and we noticed its speeds peak and dip more noticeably in our file transfer test. Still, it’s not slow, so depending on its price, it might be a good bargain if you need fast write speeds for video recording and the like. It’s also <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:45;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0xleGFyLVByb2Zlc3Npb25hbC1TbWFydHBob25lcy1OaW50ZW5kby1Td2l0Y2gtTE1TMTA2NjAwMVQtQk5BTlUvZHAvQjBDR1QxV1BCTD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby15aC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjQxMWNhZGEtM2YxZS00ODdkLThkOWEtY2I1ZDMwYzE5ZmJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAf_-ckrVs7jEKIFXjYHYn1Mvg9bDnTzi1oQnLFU9XMEu&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLexar-Professional-Smartphones-Nintendo-Switch-LMS1066001T-BNANU%2Fdp%2FB0CGT1WPBL" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Lexar-Professional-Smartphones-Nintendo-Switch-LMS1066001T-BNANU/dp/B0CGT1WPBL?th=1">available in 1TB</a>, plus it comes with a lifetime limited warranty.</p>
  2632. <h3 id="jump-link-sandisk-extreme">SanDisk Extreme</h3>
  2633. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:46;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=B%26H+Photo&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5NTI3NmYzYy03Yjc5LTRjMWUtODAzZi05ODFjZDlmN2E5NjgiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmhwaG90b3ZpZGVvLmNvbS9jL3Byb2R1Y3QvMTY5MjcwMi1SRUcvc2FuZGlza19zZHNxeGFhXzEyOGdfYW42bWFfMTI4Z2JfZXh0cmVtZV91aHNfaV9taWNyb3NkLmh0bWwiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAY7_EXQZFUQUzUjHks0oVsOmvFyKWnjtQWvbA_eWVUrW&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1692702-REG%2Fsandisk_sdsqxaa_128g_an6ma_128gb_extreme_uhs_i_microsd.html">SanDisk Extreme</a> effectively matched the Pro Plus in a few of our sequential write tests and delivered sequential reads about on par with the Canvas Go Plus, but that was partly due to us only being able to secure the card’s 256GB model, which is higher-rated than the 128GB version. It’s a fine choice if you see it on sale at a reputable seller, but its random performance lagged behind the Samsung Pro and Kingston cards, and it typically costs more. It does have a <a data-i13n="cpos:47;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3Byb2R1Y3QvQjA3UDlXNUhKVi9yZWY9b3hfc2NfYWN0X3RpdGxlXzE_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8teWgtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImY0MTFjYWRhLTNmMWUtNDg3ZC04ZDlhLWNiNWQzMGMxOWZiYSJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAcgEzUmhRfotdZXdBp0iPNeV2T3I_dMUiatjSE2nyeyq&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB07P9W5HJV%2Fref%3Dox_sc_act_title_1&amp;uuid=5WG8m3ai6rWCevZ946830">1TB model</a>, though.</p>
  2634. <h3 id="jump-link-sandisk-extreme-pro">SanDisk Extreme Pro</h3>
  2635. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:48;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=92bbc6e1-f32c-4060-9f86-b3358db79a39&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Western+Digital&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5MmJiYzZlMS1mMzJjLTQwNjAtOWY4Ni1iMzM1OGRiNzlhMzkiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cud2VzdGVybmRpZ2l0YWwuY29tL3Byb2R1Y3RzL21lbW9yeS1jYXJkcy9zYW5kaXNrLWV4dHJlbWUtcHJvLXVocy1pLW1pY3Jvc2QjU0RTUVhDRC0xMjhHLUdONk1BIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmNDExY2FkYS0zZjFlLTQ4N2QtOGQ5YS1jYjVkMzBjMTlmYmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAARXoVmQcy_PgKUhXCekoXdgDs-C8duQS4wRPNV0kYmTL&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westerndigital.com%2Fproducts%2Fmemory-cards%2Fsandisk-extreme-pro-uhs-i-microsd%23SDSQXCD-128G-GN6MA&amp;uuid=YppYHtGeJe6ymrXH57635">SanDisk Extreme Pro</a> is a rival to the Samsung Pro Ultimate but, as of this writing, is either unavailable at most trusted retailers or priced too high by comparison.</p>
  2636. <h3 id="jump-link-pny-elite-x">PNY Elite-X</h3>
  2637. <p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:49;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9QTlktRWxpdGUtWC1NaWNyby0xMjhHQi1DbGFzcy9kcC9CMDdLTlRYS0wzP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLXloLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmNDExY2FkYS0zZjFlLTQ4N2QtOGQ5YS1jYjVkMzBjMTlmYmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAaWDG_XP7aqt5Teb8HTtGJKRjEmauhU-xuutsPebK_E4&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPNY-Elite-X-Micro-128GB-Class%2Fdp%2FB07KNTXKL3">PNY Elite-X</a> wasn’t too far off the random read/write performance of the Pro Plus and Pro Ultimate in CrystalDiskMark, and it often goes for cheap, but it was well behind in our sequential tests.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-microsd-card-130038282.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2685.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Senate passes bill that could ban TikTok]]></title>
  2686.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A bill that could ban TikTok is now all but certain to become law. The Senate approved a measure that requires ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, in a vote of 79 - 18. The “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” will next head to President Joe Biden, who has said he <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-says-he-would-sign-bill-that-would-force-a-sale-or-ban-of-tiktok-232221156.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-says-he-would-sign-bill-that-would-force-a-sale-or-ban-of-tiktok-232221156.html"><ins>would sign</ins></a> the bill into law.</p>
  2687. <p>While it’s far from the first effort to force a ban or divestment of the social media app, the bill managed to draw far more support than previous attempts. The bill was introduced <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/lawmakers-have-a-new-plan-to-force-bytedance-to-sell-tiktok-220408004.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/lawmakers-have-a-new-plan-to-force-bytedance-to-sell-tiktok-220408004.html"><ins>in March</ins></a> and sailed through the House of Representatives with <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/house-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-144805114.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/house-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-144805114.html"><ins>overwhelming</ins></a> bipartisan agreement. A slightly revised version <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/house-votes-in-favor-of-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-sending-it-onward-to-senate-185140206.html"><ins>was approved </ins></a>as part of a package of foreign aid legislation on Saturday.</p>
  2688. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Under the updated terms, TikTok would have up to 12 months to divest from parent company ByteDance or face a ban in US app stores and web hosting services. The company has called the bill unconstitutional and indicated it would mount a legal challenge to such a law, which could further delay an eventual sale or ban.</p>
  2689. <p>The company didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>
  2690. <p>TikTok has long been viewed with suspicion by lawmakers and the intelligence community. Ahead of votes in the House and Senate, members of Congress were briefed by intelligence officials on the alleged national security threat posed by the app. The exact nature of those concerns is still unclear, though some members of Congress have asked for details from the briefings to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/senators-ask-intelligence-officials-to-declassify-details-about-tiktok-and-bytedance-180655697.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/senators-ask-intelligence-officials-to-declassify-details-about-tiktok-and-bytedance-180655697.html"><ins>be declassified</ins></a>.</p>
  2691. <p>At the same time, some lawmakers have expressed skepticism, saying that the alleged threat posed by TikTok is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-case-against-the-tiktok-ban-bill-161517973.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/the-case-against-the-tiktok-ban-bill-161517973.html"><ins>largely hypothetical</ins></a>. Free speech and digital rights groups also oppose the bill, noting that comprehensive privacy legislation would be a more effective way of protecting Americans’ personal data. TikTok CEO Shou Chew has made a similar argument, telling Congress <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-ceo-says-selling-the-app-wont-satisfy-us-security-concerns-153717605.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-ceo-says-selling-the-app-wont-satisfy-us-security-concerns-153717605.html"><ins>last year</ins></a> that a forced sale wouldn’t resolve data concerns about the app.</p>
  2692. <p>But TikTok’s recent efforts to muster opposition to the bill may have <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:8;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-is-encouraging-its-users-to-call-their-representatives-about-attempts-to-ban-the-app-202056111.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-is-encouraging-its-users-to-call-their-representatives-about-attempts-to-ban-the-app-202056111.html"><ins>backfired</ins></a>. Lawmakers rebuked the company for sending in-app <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:9;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-is-now-asking-users-to-call-their-senators-to-prevent-a-us-ban-213935787.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-is-now-asking-users-to-call-their-senators-to-prevent-a-us-ban-213935787.html"><ins>notifications</ins></a> to users about the bill after the alerts resulted in a flood of calls to Congressional offices. And the app may have drawn even more suspicion when <em>Politico</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:10;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/04/17/china-lobbying-tiktok-congress-00152819" data-original-link="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/04/17/china-lobbying-tiktok-congress-00152819"><ins>reported</ins></a> last week that Chinese diplomats were lobbying Congressional staffers to oppose the bill. Officials in China have <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:11;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/13/business/china-tiktok-congress.html" data-original-link="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/13/business/china-tiktok-congress.html"><ins>condemned</ins></a> the measure. A Chinese law, passed <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:12;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/china-ai-export-limits-may-hamper-tiktok-172639213.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/china-ai-export-limits-may-hamper-tiktok-172639213.html"><ins>in 2020</ins></a>, could prevent ByteDance from including TikTok’s recommendation algorithm in a sale of the app.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/senate-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-014124533.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2749.                                <media:description><![CDATA[Jennifer Gay, a TikTok content creator, sits outside the U.S. Capitol, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Washington as Senators prepare to consider legislation that would force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban, a contentious move by U.S. lawmakers. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)]]></media:description>
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  2755.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[The world's leading AI companies pledge to protect the safety of children online]]></title>
  2756.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Leading artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta and others have jointly pledged to prevent their AI tools from being used to exploit children and generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The initiative was led by child-safety group Thorn and All Tech Is Human, a non-profit focused on responsible tech.</p>
  2757. <p>The pledges from AI companies, Thorn <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.thorn.org/blog/generative-ai-principles/" data-original-link="https://www.thorn.org/blog/generative-ai-principles/">said</a>, “set a groundbreaking precedent for the industry and represent a significant leap in efforts to defend children from sexual abuse as a feature with generative AI unfolds.” The goal of the initiative is to prevent the creation of sexually explicit material involving children and take it off social media platforms and search engines. More than 104 million files of suspected child sexual abuse material were reported in the US in 2023 alone, Thorn says. In the absence of collective action, generative AI is poised to make this problem worse and overwhelm law enforcement agencies that are already struggling to identify genuine victims.</p>
  2758. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>On Tuesday, Thorn and All Tech Is Human released a <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.thorn.org/blog/generative-ai-principles/" data-original-link="https://www.thorn.org/blog/generative-ai-principles/">new paper</a> titled “Safety by Design for Generative AI: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse” that outlines strategies and lays out recommendations for companies that build AI tools, search engines, social media platforms, hosting companies and developers to take steps to prevent generative AI from being used to harm children.</p>
  2759. <p>One of the recommendations, for instance, asks companies to choose data sets used to train AI models carefully and avoid ones only only containing instances of CSAM but also adult sexual content altogether because of generative AI’s propensity to combine the two concepts. Thorn is also asking social media platforms and search engines to remove links to websites and apps that let people “nudity” images of children, thus creating new AI-generated child sexual abuse material online. A flood of AI-generated CSAM, according to the paper, will make identifying genuine victims of child sexual abuse more difficult by increasing the “haystack problem” — an reference to the amount of content that law enforcement agencies must current sift through.</p>
  2760. <p>“This project was intended to make abundantly clear that you don’t need to throw up your hands,” Thorn’s vice president of data science Rebecca Portnoff <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-developers-agree-to-new-safety-measures-to-fight-child-exploitation-2a58129c" data-original-link="https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-developers-agree-to-new-safety-measures-to-fight-child-exploitation-2a58129c">told</a> the <em>Wall Street Journal</em>. “We want to be able to change the course of this technology to where the existing harms of this technology get cut off at the knees.”</p>
  2761. <p>Some companies, Portnoff said, had already agreed to separate images, video and audio that involved children from data sets containing adult content to prevent their models from combining the two. Others also add watermarks to identify AI-generated content, but the method isn’t foolproof — watermarks and metadata can be <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/researchers-say-current-ai-watermarks-are-trivial-to-remove-204414059.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/researchers-say-current-ai-watermarks-are-trivial-to-remove-204414059.html">easily removed</a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-worlds-leading-ai-companies-pledge-to-protect-the-safety-of-children-online-213558797.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2809.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Tesla previews ride-hailing experience ahead of August robotaxi unveil]]></title>
  2810.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Tesla has shown off a preview of an upcoming ride-hailing feature in its app ahead of an August robotaxi unveiling. The company released mock-ups of the upcoming feature, which showed the ability to “summon” a ride from the Tesla app.</p>
  2811. <p>The company didn’t offer many details about how it would work, but images show Uber-like functionality, with the ability to remotely set the car’s temperature ahead of its arrival. Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced earlier this month that the company <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tesla-will-unveil-a-robotaxi-on-april-8-according-to-musk-013853363.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tesla-will-unveil-a-robotaxi-on-april-8-according-to-musk-013853363.html">would unveil </a>its long-promised robotaxis August 8.</p>
  2812. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Tesla has been promising a self-driving ride hailing service <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-04-22-tesla-elon-musk-self-driving-robo-taxi.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/2019-04-22-tesla-elon-musk-self-driving-robo-taxi.html">for years</a>, with Musk promising the company’s robotaxi would start picking up riders back in 2019. For now, it’s unclear exactly when such a service might launch. “We are currently working on ride-hailing functionality that will be available in the future,” the company wrote in its latest <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://digitalassets.tesla.com/tesla-contents/image/upload/IR/TSLA-Q1-2024-Update.pdf">earnings report</a>. “We believe the Tesla software experience is best-in-class across all our products, and plan to seamlessly layer ride-hailing into the Tesla App.”</p>
  2813. <p>The update was shared in Tesla’s first-quarter earnings report for 2024. The automaker reported a revenue decline of 9 percent from last year, its <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/23/tesla-tsla-earnings-q1-2024-.html" data-original-link="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/23/tesla-tsla-earnings-q1-2024-.html">steepest loss</a> in more than a decade.</p>
  2814. <p>During a call with investors, Musk suggested the ride hailing service, which he referred to as "Cyber Cab," would function like “some combination of Airbnb and Uber,” so Tesla owners could choose to make their vehicles part of the service. “There'll be some number of cars that Tesla owns itself and operates in the fleet,” Musk said. “There'll be a bunch of cars where they're owned by the end user, but that end user can add or subtract their car to the fleet whenever they want. And they can decide if they want to only let the car be used by friends and family, or only by five star users, or by anyone.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/tesla-previews-ride-hailing-experience-ahead-of-august-robotaxi-unveil-212738199.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2865.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Roland’s mobile podcasting studio gives you a mic and streaming app for $140]]></title>
  2866.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Roland has a new on-the-go podcasting setup with an eye-catching price. The company’s Go:Podcast studio includes a USB condenser mic (with support for four polar patterns) and a companion app that can stream to platforms like YouTube, Twitch and Facebook.</p>
  2867. <p>The company describes the Go:Podcast as “the simplest way to do high-quality live streaming with a mobile device.” For $140, you get the USB microphone and access to the companion app (iOS and Android), which supports live streaming, including dual-camera setups. The latter can work simultaneously with your smartphone’s front and back cameras, or you can pair a second “satellite” camera to complement your phone’s. It also supports wireless screen sharing for things like live-streaming mobile gameplay.</p>
  2868. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The microphone’s polar pattern options include cardioid (best for one person speaking), omni (multi-directional) and stereo (best for two people or musical performances). A fourth option lets you flip the stereo channels to match your video.</p>
  2869. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/70c8a010-01a6-11ef-becb-6ae24d2a4903" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/70c8a010-01a6-11ef-becb-6ae24d2a4903" style="height:2134px;width:3200px;" alt="Product marketing photo for the Rode Go:Podcast mobile studio. At center is a desktop microphone, and it's flanked by two smartphones on mini tripods (showing the podcast video on their screens) and a pair of headphones." data-uuid="36ec9902-6a72-302d-87f4-be74205af5cd"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Roland</div></figure>
  2870. <p>Somewhat confusingly, many of Roland’s product photos (like the one above) show a mini smartphone tripod and V-Moda headphones alongside the mic, but those accessories aren’t included. A Roland spokesperson clarified to Engadget that those were meant to illustrate an example of a complete mobile podcasting system with the mic and app at its center.</p>
  2871. <p>The Go:Podcast app includes perks like overlaying text and images, playing video clips and audio tracks, picture-in-picture and split screen. It has free-to-use background music tracks (which hopefully sound better than I imagine) along with stock photos and videos.</p>
  2872. <p>Roland’s $140 Go:Podcast studio will arrive in early May. You can learn more (and look out for more specific availability as its launch date approaches) at <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.roland.com/us/products/gopodcast/features/" data-original-link="https://www.roland.com/us/products/gopodcast/features/">Roland’s website</a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/rolands-mobile-podcasting-studio-gives-you-a-mic-and-streaming-app-for-140-193359879.html?src=rss]]></description>
  2873.                                                                                         <link><![CDATA[https://www.engadget.com/rolands-mobile-podcasting-studio-gives-you-a-mic-and-streaming-app-for-140-193359879.html?src=rss]]></link>
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  2929.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses do the AI thing without a projector or subscription]]></title>
  2930.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have been <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-review-instagram-worthy-shades-070010365.html"><ins>something of a pleasant surprise</ins></a>. They make videos, take photos, livestream and act as an adequate replacement for headphones, all while looking like a normal pair of sunglasses. However, everyone’s been waiting for the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://about.fb.com/news/2024/04/new-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-styles-and-meta-ai-updates/"><ins>addition of multimodal AI</ins></a> after <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-new-ai-powers-are-impressive-and-worrying-181036772.html"><ins>early access testing began in January</ins></a>. Now it’s here.</p>
  2931. <p>What is multimodal AI? Simply put, it’s a toolset that allows an AI assistant to process multiple types of information, including photos, videos, text and audio. It’s an AI that can view and understand the world around you in real time. This is the underlying concept behind <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-humane-ai-pin-is-the-solution-to-none-of-technologys-problems-120002469.html"><ins>Humane’s maligned AI Pin</ins></a>. Meta’s version is more conservative with its promises and, honestly, we came away impressed during our initial hands-on.</p>
  2932. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><div id="c0972a7003294bf8b7566617dd71905b"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Multimodal Meta AI is rolling out widely on Ray-Ban Meta starting today! It&#39;s a huge advancement for wearables &amp; makes using AI more interactive &amp; intuitive.<br><br>Excited to share more on our multimodal work w/ Meta AI (&amp; Llama 3), stay tuned for more updates coming soon. <a href="https://t.co/DLiCVriMfk">pic.twitter.com/DLiCVriMfk</a></p>— Ahmad Al-Dahle (@Ahmad_Al_Dahle) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ahmad_Al_Dahle/status/1782803345914413453?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  2936. <p>Here’s how it works. The glasses have a camera and five microphones, acting as the AI’s eyes and ears. With this in mind, you can ask the glasses to describe anything you are looking at. Do you want to know a dog’s breed before you go up and give it a good pet? Just ask the glasses. Meta says it can also read signs in different languages, which is great for traveling. We enjoyed exclaiming “Hey Meta, look at this and tell me what it says” and listening as it did just that. There’s even a landmark identification feature, though that wasn’t available to test.</p>
  2937. <p>There are some other potential use case scenarios, like staring at loose ingredients on a kitchen counter and asking the AI to whip up a relevant recipe. However, we need a few weeks of real people running the tech through its paces to gauge what it&#39;s actually good at. Real-time translation is going to be something of a killer app, particularly for tourists, but here&#39;s hoping it keeps the hallucinations to a minimum. Mark Zuckerberg has <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0w4Agjvq5_/?img_index=1"><ins>shown the AI picking out clothes</ins></a> for him to wear but, come on, that’s about as pie in the sky as it gets.</p>
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  2939. <p>Multimodal AI wasn’t the only update for the smart glasses announced today. Meta revealed hands-free video call integration with WhatsApp and Messenger. There are also some new frame designs for the fashion-conscious. These new styles can be fitted with prescription lenses and are <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.meta.com/smart-glasses/"><ins>available for preorder right now</ins></a>. The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses start at $300, which isn’t chump change but is certainly better than $700 for a clunky pin.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-do-the-ai-thing-without-a-projector-or-subscription-175403559.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  2987.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra is on sale for its lowest price yet at Amazon and Best Buy]]></title>
  2988.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Both <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctU21hcnRwaG9uZS1VbmxvY2tlZC1BbmRyb2lkLVByb2Nlc3Nvci9kcC9CMENNRE02NUpIP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC12LWZqLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIzMDJjMWQzOC05NmZmLTQ5ZjAtYmYyYS0yNWM5NzE0YjNiMmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAW_ka7P2Dmri6IznmUPUOjoEIcoFEdTl_ihN2FbpCxxj&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor%2Fdp%2FB0CMDM65JH" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor/dp/B0CMDM65JH?th=1">Amazon</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://comsync.lijit.com/1/d/r?aqet=clk&amp;v0=021a81ea29cdbbe76d74d9c3a705fff7&amp;ru=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsamsung-galaxy-s24-ultra-256gb-unlocked-titanium-violet%2F6570302.p%3FskuId%3D6570302" data-original-link="https://sovrn.co/vl4j9aj">Best Buy</a> are selling unlocked models of <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://sovrn.co/vl4j9aj" data-original-link="https://sovrn.co/vl4j9aj">Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra</a> with 256GB of storage for $200 off the list price. That brings the smartphone down to $1,100 and marks the lowest price we've seen yet (outside of trade-in and carrier offers). <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/samsungs-galaxy-s24-phones-are-up-to-150-off-at-amazon-and-best-buy-164520013.html">Last month</a>, all three handsets in the S24 lineup were on sale, with the base model going for $100 off and the S24+ and S24 Ultra both getting $150 discounts. This time, the top-end Ultra has an even bigger price cut and the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctU21hcnRwaG9uZS1VbmxvY2tlZC1BbmRyb2lkLVByb2Nlc3Nvci9kcC9CMENNREwzSDNWP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC12LWZqLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIzMDJjMWQzOC05NmZmLTQ5ZjAtYmYyYS0yNWM5NzE0YjNiMmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAbTsxVqCm2eJ2QUcytqnnQAwksHDMjYr8ehnU-MGH3tT&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor%2Fdp%2FB0CMDL3H3V" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor/dp/B0CMDL3H3V">S24+ is the same $150 off</a>. The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctU21hcnRwaG9uZS1VbmxvY2tlZC1BbmRyb2lkLVByb2Nlc3Nvci9kcC9CMENNRFRGTkdNP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC12LWZqLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIzMDJjMWQzOC05NmZmLTQ5ZjAtYmYyYS0yNWM5NzE0YjNiMmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAATzDB7CXAygX-xTLZ_eslo6KweCfh5c8QvVJSfSLLxK2&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor%2Fdp%2FB0CMDTFNGM" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor/dp/B0CMDTFNGM?th=1">base model Galaxy S24</a> is only nine percent off, however, which is about $25 more that it was during that last sale.&nbsp;</p>
  2989. <p><core-commerce id="2eb99e53838e469ab277d3d85dac2389" data-type="product-list"></core-commerce></p>
  2990. <p>We named the S24 Ultra the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-android-phone-130030805.html">best premium Android smartphone</a> in our guide and gave it a <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/galaxy-s24-ultra-review-samsungs-ai-reinforcements-have-arrived-specs-price-191508062.html">review score of 89</a> when it came out at the beginning of this year. This generation got a new titanium frame, one upgraded camera and, like everything else in 2024, a whole bunch of AI accoutrements. It has a snappy Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and a battery that lasted through 24 hours-plus of continuous video playback in our rundown tests and went for a good two days of regular use.&nbsp;</p>
  2991. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The four rear cameras stayed much the same as on the S23 Ultra, with the exception of the old 10x lens getting replaced with a 5x optical zoom and a higher-res 50-MP sensor, a move we found created a lens that was more practical in a wider variety of situations. The AI tools can proofread your texts, edit images and transcribe recordings. The display is one of the sharpest and brightest we've tested. Plus the built-in stylus is handy.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  2992. <p>But even with a $200 discount, the S24 Ultra remains a very expensive phone. Our overall pick for an Android smartphone, Google's <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro-review-googles-most-compelling-phones-in-years-specs-price-170022742.html">Pixel 8 Pro</a>, starts at $999, and is currently 20 percent off at <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0dvb2dsZS1QaXhlbC1Qcm8tU21hcnRwaG9uZS1UZWxlcGhvdG8vZHAvQjBDR1RKMTJaOT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1mai0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMzAyYzFkMzgtOTZmZi00OWYwLWJmMmEtMjVjOTcxNGIzYjJhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAS6j-7y0OxRDg_3MK2Dyo1WClbYwH_0a_OyXR10-jaYM&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGoogle-Pixel-Pro-Smartphone-Telephoto%2Fdp%2FB0CGTJ12Z9" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-Pro-Smartphone-Telephoto/dp/B0CGTJ12Z9">Amazon</a> and directly from <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Google;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=0931b986-736e-47bb-80b9-5f6f8f4ef5ae&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Google&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N0b3JlLmdvb2dsZS5jb20vY29uZmlnL3BpeGVsXzhfcHJvP2hsPWVuLVVTJnNlbGVjdGlvbnM9ZXlKd2NtOWtkV04wUm1GdGFXeDVJam9pWTBkc05GcFhlR1pQUmpsM1kyMDRQU0o5IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIzMDJjMWQzOC05NmZmLTQ5ZjAtYmYyYS0yNWM5NzE0YjNiMmEifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAemZstk-7HiQrrUIcxiSSYYKJP_escGX_6KxT86uQHzD&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.google.com%2Fconfig%2Fpixel_8_pro%3Fhl%3Den-US%26selections%3DeyJwcm9kdWN0RmFtaWx5IjoiY0dsNFpXeGZPRjl3Y204PSJ9" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://store.google.com/config/pixel_8_pro?hl=en-US&amp;selections=eyJwcm9kdWN0RmFtaWx5IjoiY0dsNFpXeGZPRjl3Y204PSJ9">Google</a>, making it just $799. Engadget's Sam Rutherford gave the Pixel 8 Pro a <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro-review-googles-most-compelling-phones-in-years-specs-price-170022742.html">score of 93</a> upon its debut last October, praising its bright screen, speedy performance and "genuinely useful AI features."</p>
  2993. <p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on Twitter and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://subscription.yahoo.net/Newsletter/Preference/sub?b=engadgetdeals&amp;src"><em>subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter</em></a><em> for the latest tech deals and buying advice.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/samsungs-galaxy-s24-ultra-is-on-sale-for-its-lowest-price-yet-at-amazon-and-best-buy-173023101.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3047.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Amazon’s updated grocery delivery program has some strings attached]]></title>
  3048.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>After asserting itself as an overshadowing presence in retail, Amazon is still experimenting with ways to leave a similar mark in groceries. The company’s <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-grocery-delivery-subscription-prime-member-ebt-customers" data-original-link="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-grocery-delivery-subscription-prime-member-ebt-customers">latest tweak</a> to its service lowers the minimum price for free grocery deliveries to $35. However, most customers using the service will also need to pay a $10 monthly subscription in addition to having a Prime membership ($15 monthly or $139 annually).</p>
  3049. <p>To participate, you must live in one of the 3,500 supported cities and towns in the US. (When signing up, it will let you know if your primary shipping address isn’t supported.) The service offers unlimited grocery deliveries from Amazon Fresh, the Amazon-owned Whole Foods and various local and specialty partners. Those include Cardenas Markets, Save Mart, Bartell Drugs, Rite Aid, Pet Food Express, Mission Wine &amp; Spirits and more.</p>
  3050. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The subscription includes one-hour delivery windows where available, unlimited 30-minute pickup orders and priority access to the company’s <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/fmc/recurring-reservation?showGlow=false&amp;almBrandId=VUZHIFdob2xlIEZvb2Rz" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/fmc/recurring-reservation?showGlow=false&amp;almBrandId=VUZHIFdob2xlIEZvb2Rz">Recurring Reservations</a>. This feature lets you pick a guaranteed weekly grocery delivery window. To use it, you’ll need to pick your weekly two-hour slot at least 24 hours in advance.</p>
  3051. <figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/da3b3fe0-018c-11ef-afff-b72a6717c15d" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-04/da3b3fe0-018c-11ef-afff-b72a6717c15d" style="height:1396px;width:2480px;" alt="An Amazon Fresh worker in a neon green vest loads Prime Fresh groceries into a hatchback with a child grinning in the backseat. The person loading the groceries smiles back. " data-uuid="f07737fe-9993-3024-9269-ffade5be6b82"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Amazon</div></figure>
  3052. <p>People using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other government assistance programs can get the same grocery delivery benefits for half the price ($5 monthly). If you fall in that camp, you can get those perks without needing a Prime subscription on top of the subscription fee.</p>
  3053. <p>It remains to be seen if this latest iteration of the program will stick since Amazon’s strategy has been all over the place. Early last year, the company increased the minimum checkout price for free grocery deliveries <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-fresh-minimum-order-over-150-free-delivery-105538439.html">from $35 to $150</a>, then <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-makes-fresh-grocery-deliveries-and-pickups-available-to-everyone-132018745.html">dropped it to $100</a> (while voiding the Prime requirement) about 10 months later. If you like this version of the program, cross your fingers that Amazon doesn’t change it again in a few months.</p>
  3054. <p>Before rolling out the program’s latest version on Tuesday, Amazon <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-is-trialing-a-10-monthly-grocery-subscription-for-prime-members-123559940.html">tested it</a> in Columbus, OH, Denver, CO, and Sacramento, CA, in late 2023. The company says over 85 percent of survey respondents who used the service were “extremely” or “very” satisfied, leaving high marks for its convenience and savings on delivery fees.</p>
  3055. <p>You can see if the program is available in your area on <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ9DGD6N/" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ9DGD6N/">Amazon’s groceries sign-up page</a>. If it is, you can try it free for 30 days before paying.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/amazons-updated-grocery-delivery-program-has-some-strings-attached-171513989.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3106.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[8BitDo's Nintendo-style Retro Mechanical Keyboard hits a new low of $70 at Woot]]></title>
  3107.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>If you're in the market for a new mechanical keyboard with some retro flair, here's a deal worth noting: the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Woot;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=8bcb408b-26bf-4ed1-b788-e3719aeef347&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Woot&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2VsZWN0cm9uaWNzLndvb3QuY29tL29mZmVycy84Yml0ZG8tcmV0cm8tbWVjaGFuaWNhbC1rZXlib2FyZCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDc4YWE5OTMtNDAzNy00YTcyLWEzMjQtZmY3ODE3MGY2N2VhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAfuJTKk_seejSs-DQgnf_nTC3x98lZ2gHb5vVYVfEkE7&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Felectronics.woot.com%2Foffers%2F8bitdo-retro-mechanical-keyboard" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/8bitdo-retro-mechanical-keyboard">8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard</a> is down to $70 at Amazon subsidiary Woot. That's the lowest price we've tracked. This offer has been live for a few days, but it comes in $30 below 8BitDo's list price and $10 below the wireless keyboard's previous low. Unfortunately, the deal only applies to the device's Fami Edition, which has a color scheme and Japanese characters <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/8bitdos-nintendo-inspired-mechanical-keyboard-has-super-buttons-just-begging-to-be-mashed-150024778.html">inspired by the Famicom</a> console Nintendo released in Japan during the '80s. 8BitDo sells <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL01lY2hhbmljYWwtS2V5Ym9hcmQtQmx1ZXRvb3RoLVN3YXBwYWJsZS1Qcm9ncmFtbWFibGUtUEMvZHAvQjBDQ1A4S1lHRz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1maS0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDc4YWE5OTMtNDAzNy00YTcyLWEzMjQtZmY3ODE3MGY2N2VhIn0&amp;signature=AQAAATQRGeIxJtJtwzKd_zTiAWhpPcvJkiOCHFM-k3OVlNPl&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMechanical-Keyboard-Bluetooth-Swappable-Programmable-PC%2Fdp%2FB0CCP8KYGG" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Keyboard-Bluetooth-Swappable-Programmable-PC/dp/B0CCP8KYGG?th=1">another variant</a> that's modeled after the US NES, but that one costs $20 more as of this writing. (A third model based on the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.8bitdo.com/retro-mechanical-keyboard-c64/">Commodore 64</a> is also on the way.)&nbsp;</p>
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  3109. <p>Though it isn't a formal pick in our guide to the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-mechanical-keyboard-120050723.html">best mechanical keyboards</a>, the Retro Mechanical Keyboard earned a spot in our <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-retro-gaming-gifts-2023-holidays-140016461.html">retro gaming gift guide</a> last year. The vintage aesthetic is the main reason to consider it: If you dig old tech, there aren't many options going for this kind of look. Still, this is a solid keyboard in its own right. Its tenkeyless form factor should be comfortable for most people, and it can connect over Bluetooth, a wireless dongle or a detachable USB-C cable. While it's made from plastic, the  chassis doesn't come off as cheap. Its PBT keycaps are crisply textured, and its keys largely feel stable, with no major rattling on larger inputs like the space bar. It also comes with a goofy yet fun pair of NES-style "Super Buttons," which you can program to perform different commands.</p>
  3110. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Be warned, though: It's on the louder side. The Retro Mechanical Keyboard ships with clicky <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.kailh.net/products/kailh-box-v2-switch-set?variant=43650483388658">Kailh Box White V2</a> switches, which are generally satisfying to press but have a high-pitch tone that your spouse or coworkers may find aggravating. This fits with the retro aesthetic, but the keyboard might be best kept tucked away in a home office. There's also no backlight or adjustable feet. The switches are hot-swappable, however, so it's easy to change them out for a different feel down the road.&nbsp;</p>
  3111. <p>In the end, how much you enjoy the old-school styling will determine whether the Retro Mechanical Keyboard is worth getting. If you want something a little more subdued that costs less than $100, we recommend <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.keychron.com/collections/keychron-v-max-series-keyboard">Keychron's V Max series</a> in our buying guide. But 8BitDo's board is still a decent value, and this discount only furthers that. Woot says the offer will run for six more days or until the device sells out.</p>
  3112. <p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on Twitter and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://subscription.yahoo.net/Newsletter/Preference/sub?b=engadgetdeals&amp;src"><em>subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter</em></a><em> for the latest tech deals and buying advice.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/8bitdos-nintendo-style-retro-mechanical-keyboard-hits-a-new-low-of-70-at-woot-170000966.html?src=rss]]></description>
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  3160.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Your old Rock Band guitars now work in Fortnite Festival]]></title>
  3161.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>You may be able to give those plastic Rock Band guitars you have stuffed away in the attic a new lease of life. <em>Fortnite Festival </em>(a Rock Band-style mode that <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fortnite-festival-tries-to-bring-back-the-heyday-of-music-gaming-153624729.html"><ins>debuted in </ins><em><ins>Fortnite </ins></em><ins>in December</ins></a>) now supports several <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/rock-band-4s-next-weekly-dlc-drop-will-be-its-last-175227879.html"><em><ins>Rock Band 4</ins></em></a> controllers across PlayStation, Xbox and PC, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.fortnite.com/news/fortnite-festival-season-3-features-billie-eilish"><ins>as detailed in a blog post</ins></a>.</p>
  3162. <p>If you have a compatible plastic guitar, you can use it to play new Pro Lead and Pro Bass parts in any Jam Track. These parts have colored notes for each lane that match with the guitar controller buttons. They also include hammer-on and pull-off notes — just like Rock Band and Guitar Hero.</p>
  3163. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Epic Games (which <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/epic-games-buys-harmonix-184001622.html"><ins>bought Rock Band developer Harmonix in 2021</ins></a> to build music experiences for <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/fortnite/"><em>Fortnite</em></a>) plans to add support for more peripherals down the line. Hopefully, the developers will make the whammy bar more useful beyond triggering a visual effect too.</p>
  3164. <p>Epic previously said it would add support for Rock Band guitars. Earlier this year, third-party peripheral maker PDP (which Turtle Beach <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.gamesindustry.biz/accessories-giant-turtle-beach-acquires-rival-pdp-in-118-million-deal" data-original-link="https://www.gamesindustry.biz/accessories-giant-turtle-beach-acquires-rival-pdp-in-118-million-deal"><ins>recently purchased</ins></a>) <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.ign.com/articles/pdps-new-wireless-guitar-controller-works-with-rock-band-4-and-eventually-fortnite-festival" data-original-link="https://www.ign.com/articles/pdps-new-wireless-guitar-controller-works-with-rock-band-4-and-eventually-fortnite-festival"><ins>unveiled</ins></a> a new Xbox and PlayStation wireless guitar controller for <em>Rock Band 4 </em>and <em>Fortnite Festival</em>.</p>
  3165. <div id="f4cf2697dbab4350b7d6869b34424a72"><div style="left:0;width:100%;height:0;position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hwik7EerSX4?rel=0" style="top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;position:absolute;border:0;" allowfullscreen scrolling="no" data-embed-domain="www.youtube.com"></iframe></div></div>
  3166. <p>Support for the Rock Band peripherals come just as Billie Eilish joins the game as its new music icon. Several of her songs are available to buy and use in <em>Fortnite Festival</em>, and you'll be able to purchase an Eilish outfit (or unlock one through a secondary battle pass) and play as her in the Battle Royale mode.</p>
  3167. <p>Meanwhile, Epic has <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.fortnite.com/news/new-see-confrontational-emotes-setting-in-fortnite"><ins>added a setting</ins></a> that allows players to hide certain emotes that others often use for trolling in Battle Royale. For instance, after being eliminated, a player might not want to see a rival using the "Take the L" emote, which involves making the shape of an "L" (for "loser") on their forehead and doing a silly dance. The setting won't stop players from using any emotes and it only hides four of them for now. Somehow, one of the emotes that the setting doesn't hide is a personal favorite called <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5hbGMRtpTI&amp;pp=ygUYZm9ydG5pdGUgcmFnZSBxdWl0IGVtb3Rl"><ins>"Rage Quit."</ins></a></p>
  3168. <div id="4a7e9d6989184b61bb105e80e7e70cc6"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Starting today, these Fortnite emotes will be hidden with a "confrontational emotes" setting. <br><br>Spreading for awareness, trigger warning. <a href="https://t.co/VkGXnTdRnd">pic.twitter.com/VkGXnTdRnd</a></p>— Jake Lucky (@JakeSucky) <a href="https://twitter.com/JakeSucky/status/1782786129345053165?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  3229.                                                                                                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk says it's his turn to have the remote]]></title>
  3230.                                        <description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>X just announced a <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/xnews/status/1782772084294263275">smart TV app for streaming video</a>. Or, more accurately, that it claims it&#39;s building one, with absolutely no launch date mentioned. The appropriately-named X TV wants to be “your go-to companion for a high-quality, immersive entertainment experience on a larger screen.” By high-quality entertainment, X likely means that one Tucker Carlson video where he’s <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tucker-carlson-shopping-cart-russia-2024-2">really impressed by grocery carts in Russia</a>. That’s not a joke. Carlson is featured prominently in the little teaser video.</p>
  3231. <div id="a1e64b8d4ca348a8be0aacd23bec7f0d"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Coming soon to a television near you: X TV 👀 <a href="https://t.co/C7VWNa7jG5">pic.twitter.com/C7VWNa7jG5</a></p>— News (@XNews) <a href="https://twitter.com/XNews/status/1782772084294263275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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  3235. <p>X CEO and <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/lindayaX/status/1782771479383622004">marketing robot Linda Yaccarino</a> promises “real-time” content and wide availability, but other than that details are scanter than scant. There’s some corporate speak nonsense about AI, of course, and boasts about “effortless casting” from a mobile device to a TV. Wait, I thought this <em>was</em> a TV app? So it’s also a mobile app that casts to a TV? Is there another word for less than half-baked? Does raw work?</p>
  3236. <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>In other words, we don’t know much. This is X. All we get are word salads that don’t really mean anything and then, one day, the app may or may not actually appear. If it does, it’s likely to be hopelessly broken. That sounds harsh, but there’s plenty of proof-laden pudding to go around. We got receipts.</p>
  3237. <p>Back when <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/twitter-begins-its-transition-to-x-100901444.html">Twitter first rebranded to X</a>, the company promised the whole thing would soon be “powered by AI.” X eventually did create a chatbot, Grok, but it’s <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/xs-ai-bot-is-so-dumb-it-cant-tell-the-difference-between-a-bad-game-and-vandalism-172707401.html">not exactly the sharpest algo in the shed</a>. It also doesn’t look to be “powering” the site anytime soon. Elon Musk promised that X would soon become a payments and banking platform, which thankfully hasn’t materialized. Remember when Musk said that all major X decisions would be <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1604616863673208832">conducted via user poll</a>? When was the last time you’ve seen one of those? There’s also the whole <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/x-wont-let-users-hide-their-blue-checks-anymore-222938703.html">ongoing blue check fiasco</a>.</p>
  3238. <p>The long-promised job search tool did launch, but it’s just kind of crappy. X did pursue original video content for a while, but things seem to have cooled off ever since the <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/elon-musk-kills-don-lemons-new-x-show-before-it-ever-began-205608734.html">Don Lemon/Elon Musk debacle</a>. Two years after Musk purchased the site, it’s still far from being the “everything app.”</p>
  3239. <p>There’s also the question of what kind of content will be streaming on this platform. Again, this is X. I’m just not sure how many people want to sit on their living room couch and watch a guy scream into the void about how the video game site <em>Kotaku</em> is ruining American society. The ad spotlights Carlson, as mentioned above, which indicates an endless stream of videos of people complaining about the word woke without actually defining it. Call me crazy, but I’d rather watch actual TV.</p>
  3240. <p>Heck. Even if I wanted to watch a vlog of impotent rage, YouTube is right there. It’s on smart TVs now and it works just fine. It has everything Yaccarino promises that one day will come to X TV. Plus, YouTube can teach you stuff, beyond how to block folks with a blue check next to their name.</p>
  3241. <p>X TV may or may not release in the near or far future on some or all smart TVs. It may be an actual app on the TV or an app on a phone that casts to a TV. It may be powered by AI, or not. It may have “tailored search” or it may just show you endless loops of Jordan Peterson bursting into tears. Who the heck knows. Be on the lookout for this latest pivot to video… or not.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/elon-musk-says-its-his-turn-to-have-the-remote-161914334.html?src=rss]]></description>
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