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Samsung will hold its first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025 later today. It’ll introduce some of this year’s hottest upcoming phones – namely the Galaxy S25 series. In case you don’t know, Samsung calls its large mobile launch events ‘Unpacked’. It’s a tradition that goes back to 2009 – beyond even the original Galaxy S phone. How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 The event kicks off at 10am PST in San Jose, California later today, Wednesday 17 January. That makes it 1PM EST, 6PM GMT and 7PM CET. While there’s not been any sort of runtime confirmed, these types…
Quick Links What Even Is Spatial Audio, Anyway? Why I Still Prefer Stereo Spatial audio is everywhere these days. From Apple’s AirPods Pro to Sony’s 360 Reality Audio, it’s being touted as the next big thing in sound technology. Personally, I think it’s an overhyped gimmick, and here’s why. What Even Is Spatial Audio, Anyway? Apple Spatial audio is a technology used to create a three-dimensional sound experience. It uses advanced algorithms and, in some cases, head-tracking features (like Apple’s AirPods Max) to make it seem like sounds are coming from all around you—front, back, above, and even below. The…
Looking for the best password manager around? We don’t blame you. Forgetting your passwords and going through the tedious motions of resetting them is something we could all do without. Sure, you could use the same password for everything including the best VPN, but that’s obviously asking for trouble. And choosing a secure, unique password for all of your accounts is an option only suitable for those with super-human brains. At least, that’s what we tell ourselves. So unless you actually enjoy impossible CAPTCHAS and jumping through hoops trying to identify pictures of buses, bridges, and bicycles, why not make…
One thing the Wordle craze has taught us is that a light brainteaser—and a pinch of dissociation—can be a welcome reprieve from the daily monotony. Now, a chatbot service known as Character.AI has combined our fixation on word games with a healthy dose of AI-powered competition. Your Favorite AI Characters Can Be Your New Daily Game Opponents With a sea of AI services out there, companies need to find ways to stand out. As a startup standing against heavyweights like OpenAI, Character.AI has made itself known for its digital personas, allowing you to choose from or create your own virtual…
Spotify has evolved in recent years, from a pure music streaming service to one filled with all sorts of audio (and some video) entertainment. And in addition to podcasts and audiobooks (which now come with video clips), Spotify is now adding educational courses to the mix. Spotify Is Testing Educational Courses in the UK As originally announced in March 2024, Spotify is currently testing video-based educational courses in the UK. These courses are provided by a handful of content partners, including BBC Maestro, Skillshare, and Superintelligent. Now, in a post on Spotify’s For the Record, the streaming service has reminded…
Be prepared to pay more to watch the second season of Squid Game and everything else on Netflix. Find out more about all the cost increases. Three Netflix Plans Will Cost More wisely/Shutterstock During the streaming giant’s latest earnings report, the company announced that it is raising the cost of all three plans. The basic, ad-supported tier will jump from $6.99 to $7.99 monthly. The ad-free tier is now $17.99 monthly, up from $15.49. Premium tier subscribers will now pay $2 more per month, going from $22.99 to $24.99. This is the first cost increase for the ad-supported tier. The…
Summary Perfect grammar & certain word choices can trigger AI flags Second-language English speakers may be the most vulnerable Using writing assistants can raise suspicions if overused Tools to check AI writing are notoriously bad. They regularly flag human-written pieces for reasons like grammar, word choice, and style, leading to huge issues for students and others who rely on the written word. So, if AI writing detection tools are constantly picking up your writing, here’s why—and how you can fix it. Your Grammar Is Too Polished One of the ways AI checkers flag AI-generated writing is the level of polish…
Summary Avoid using scheduled tasks for reminders to maximize utility. Start with a simple request and edit for more specificity. Provide clear instructions and formatting for best results. ChatGPT tasks allows you to set one-off or recurring prompts, using the AI chatbot to manage your life and boost your productivity. However, at the time of writing, you only have ten tasks available, so it’s important not to waste them on prompts you could complete in other apps. Don’t Waste Your 10 Tasks on Reminders Currently, OpenAI sets a limit on concurrent tasks. While the specifics are a bit murky, OpenAI…
Welcome to my roundup of LVMH Watch Week 2025, where I’ll keep you updated on all the latest releases and highlights from the hottest watch event of the year (so far). Jumpstarting the new year with a bang, all of the latest novelties from Bulgari, Daniel Roth, Hublot, Louis Vuitton, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co, and Zenith will be on display. The physical event was originally due to take place in Los Angeles but has been rescheduled due to the devastating wildfires. It will now take place in two phases, 20–21 January and 30–31 January, in both New York and Paris. I’ll…
If you’re wondering what antivirus is best for Windows, you’re in the right place. While the best defence is sensible use — aka, not visiting dodgy sites, clicking sketchy download buttons and downloading .exe email attachments from strangers — you’ll still want to make sure your PC is protected from nefarious intruders in case there’s a security breach. While there are plenty of antivirus solutions out there, we’re focusing on the one that’s best for most people. And if your laptop is on its last legs regardless of its viral diagnosis, feel free to check out our round-up of the…