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Viki Downloader: 5 Fast and Reliable Tools

If you are a fan of Korean, Chinese, Taiwanese, or Japanese dramas, then a Viki downloader is a must-have tool in your arsenal. Such apps extract any movie or series fast and in high quality. Numerous online tools promise to give you that. So, I did the research and noted down the best five. Let […]

[FIX] Google Maps Not Showing Fastest Route

I’ve been using Google Maps for years, so I’ve had my share of navigational hiccups, including Google Maps not showing the fastest route. This issue can turn a smooth journey into a time-consuming ordeal. So, based on my personal experience, I’ve written this practical guide to help you overcome this problem, and make sure that […]

Qualcomm leaps forward in modem and Wi-Fi tech, unveils powerful new systems

Qualcomm today cemented its leadership in wireless market with the announcement of two major product releases: the Snapdragon X80 5G Modem-RF System and the Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 Mobile Connectivity System. Snapdragon X80: AI-Powered 5G Powerhouse The Snapdragon X80 is Qualcomm’s most advanced 5G modem-to-antenna solution yet. It boasts world-first features like integrated satellite communications and […]

Microsoft under fire after Elon Musk’s outrage over Windows PC account requirement

Elon Musk has sparked outrage online after criticizing Microsoft for requiring a Microsoft account to set up a new Windows PC laptop. In a series of tweets, Musk called the practice “messed up” and accused Microsoft of giving its AI access to users’ computers. Musk tweeted. While readers pointed out that it is still possible […]

Microsoft offered to sell Bing to Apple in 2018, but search-quality issues got in the way

In an ongoing antitrust lawsuit against Google, court documents revealed that Microsoft offered to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2018. This information comes amidst concerns about Google’s dominance in the search market, with Apple playing a key role as the default search engine on its devices. The offer, detailed in a Google filing, included […]

Microsoft’s Azure Operator Call Protection uses AI to detect scam calls

At MWC 2024, Microsoft announced the public preview of Azure Operator Call Protection, a new service for network operators that applies AI analysis to phone calls in real time, alerts the subscriber if the call is suspicious. Since Azure Operator Call Protection will be implemented in a network level, scam call protection can be enabled […]

Apple’s $59 case might be Apple’s “worst ever” product

Tech columnist Joanna Stern recently shared her experience with Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max FineWoven case, and it wasn’t a glowing endorsement. After five months of use, Stern reported issues with peeling edges, scratches, and discoloration, despite the case’s $59 price tag and Apple’s claims of “elegant and durable” construction made from recycled materials. Stern’s review isn’t […]

As if things weren’t going bad for Gemini, it started supporting pedophilia

In a recent exchange, Gemini AI by Google sparked controversy by addressing the sensitive topic of pedophilia with a nuanced stance, stating that it is not simply “gross,” but rather a complex issue deserving of a more thoughtful response. This comes after Gemini became unable to produce images of white human beings and later was […]