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Android is letting Google's AI access WhatsApp, texts, and calls – unless you change your settings
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Android users have begun receiving vaguely worded emails from Google announcing changes to Gemini's functionality on mobile devices. Preventing the AI assistant from accessing communications, storing information, and sending data to Google requires manually adjusting the app's settings or uninstalling it entirely.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Thunderbird 140 enhances dark mode, adds custom layouts, and Exchange support
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Thunderbird's latest update introduces dark mode for messages, a revamped Appearance panel for customizing layout and sorting, and native OS notifications with quick actions. Other improvements include QR code-based export to the Android app and horizontal scrolling for better handling of wide messages.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Windows 11 25H2 adds tool to debloat the OS and remove built-in apps
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Windows Insiders recently discovered a setting in a preview version of Windows 11 version 25H2 that allows users to remove preinstalled apps. This new feature should help users customize the startup experience more easily, particularly IT admins who manage multiple devices in enterprise environments where some Microsoft programs are unneeded.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Epic Games and Samsung settle lawsuit over app sideloading limitations
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Epic Games is dismissing its lawsuit against Samsung, after the two parties reportedly resolved their dispute through amicable discussions. Sweeney announced that the court case will not proceed further, as Samsung agreed to address the company's concerns over app store competition on mobile devices.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Intel Diamond Rapids server CPU with up to 192 cores to debut in 2026, will go up against AMD's Epyc Venice
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
According to a leaked slide posted on X, each CPU will feature up to four compute tiles, with the 192 cores distributed evenly across four 48-core tiles. Other leaked specifications include a 500W TDP for a single-socket configuration and support for between eight and 16 DDR5 memory channels per SoC....Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Intel Arrow Lake refresh to add NPU capabilities, Copilot+ features to desktop PCs
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Intel is preparing to launch an upgraded version of its Arrow Lake CPU series, featuring slightly higher clock speeds and a brand-new NPU aimed at users interested in AI technologies.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
IBM introduces Power11 servers with boosts in uptime, security, and energy efficiency
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
To achieve that level of uptime, IBM has implemented advanced technologies like automated workload movement and autonomous patching that enable planned system maintenance to take place without critical applications needing to go offline.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Microsoft says Edge loads 40% faster after UI revamp, but AI features could slow it down
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Despite remaining a distant second in the Windows desktop browser market, Microsoft Edge is seeing meaningful performance improvements. Microsoft recently announced that the Chromium-based browser now delivers a faster, more responsive interface, though actual user experiences may still vary.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Tech deals on Prime Day 2025: Our selection of discounted tech gear, PC hardware, and then some
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Amazon Prime Day has evolved over nearly a decade into a major bi-annual sales event, and 2025 is no exception. This year's sale runs from July 8 to 11, and as always, we're doing the heavy lifting – digging through the noise to highlight the best tech deals we can...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Tech layoffs show AI's impact extends beyond entry-level roles
Posted on Tuesday July 08, 2025
Some within the industry, like Dario Amodei of Anthropic, argue that entry-level positions are most susceptible because their tasks are more easily automated. Amodei said that AI could "cannibalize half of all entry-level white-collar roles within five years." Rising unemployment among recent college graduates has added fuel to these concerns,...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »