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If you ever wondered whether personalized ads are getting too accurate, wait until you get a new LG TV. Upcoming LG TVs will now use an AI model to analyze your emotions and show you even more ads. Get Ready for Emotionally Aware Targeted Ads The AI tech LG will be adding to its TVs comes from Zenapse, a software-as-a-service marketing platform that claims to increase sales with “AI-powered emotional intelligence,” according to its website. LG Ad Solutions, the company’s advertising wing, has signed a multi-year licensing deal that lets it integrate Zenapse’s proprietary Large Emotion Model (LEM) and emotional…
On April 16, 2025, OpenAI introduced two new AI reasoning models—o3 and o4-mini. These represent a significant jump in the company’s AI capabilities, which is perhaps nowhere more evident than with their new image reasoning capabilities. These New Models Can “Think” With Images OpenAI says these new models can interpret any image you upload, like a whiteboard sketch, textbook diagrams, or a graphic PDF. The release announcement for OpenAI o3 and o4-mini says: They don’t just see an image—they think with it. This unlocks a new class of problem-solving that blends visual and textual reasoning, reflected in their state-of-the-art performance…
OpenAI has released GPT-4.1, a new generation of AI models more capable than any of its predecessors. Although availability is limited, these models excel at coding and following instructions, but they also have other advantages over previous generations. What Are the Different GPT-4.1 Models? On April 14, 2025, OpenAI launched a major upgrade to its AI model lineup, introducing three new GPT-4.1 models. 1. GPT-4.1 OpenAI optimized GPT-4.1 for developers and researchers needing an AI model capable of deep reasoning. The model offers a marked improvement over GPT-4o in coding tasks, several types of instruction following, and more. It’s also…
The newest British streaming service is officially here and heading to a streaming stick near you. Freely launched on Hisense 4K TVs in April 2024, and is rapidly rolling out across selected brands’ new TV sets. There are even some tasty deals to be had on new models during the Black Friday shopping season. The Freely service aims to streamline on-demand TV and live public service channels into one, easy-to-navigate service, without an aerial. It’s essentially the online streaming version of Freeview. It comes from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5, and will stream each broadcaster’s programming live…
Cheap streaming sticks are a painless way of accessing an exhausting list of content. However, they come at the expense of so many features and benefits that I just don’t bother—and neither should you. 5 You Miss Out On Useful Features You know the saying, “It’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it”? I apply this to streaming sticks, too. Do you need a streaming stick that can output in 4K even though your TV is 1080p? Maybe not, but it doesn’t hurt to future-proof some of your setup. Related These…
Your smart TV is doing more than streaming your favorite shows—it’s quietly collecting data about what you watch, when, and even how you interact with it. The good news is that changing a few key settings can instantly boost your smart TV’s privacy and reduce unnecessary tracking. 5 Disable ACR (Automatic Content Recognition) ACR is one of the biggest privacy offenders on smart TVs. It scans what you’re watching—whether it’s live TV, streaming apps, or even something playing through HDMI—and sends that data back to the manufacturer or third parties for targeted ads and analytics. Arvix In short, ACR watches…
From lightweight party starters to powerful boomboxes, our buying guide showcases the best Bluetooth speakers for sharing good vibes on the go. Whether you’re throwing a garden party, chilling at the beach, or just enjoying some tunes at home, we’ve tested and reviewed every model in real-world situations to help you find the perfect speaker. We’ve sifted through the sweet-sounding gems and sorted out the sonic duds—because no one should suffer through tinny tunes. Our reviews cover a wide variety of Bluetooth speakers, from compact, ultra-portable models to more substantial, bass-thumping options. So, whether you’re in your kitchen, your lounge,…
With plenty of security cameras to pick from, many (myself included) just want to get the most bang for their buck. With subscriptions confusing things, something that’s cheap and quality is usually the top of the list. And that’s exactly what the latest Blink camera offers. Improving upon my favourite security cam (the Blink 3), the new 4th-gen camera offers even smarter features, while still keeping things affordable. I’d go as far as saying the latest Blink makes it harder to justify splashing out on pricier alternatives. The headline here is on-device Person Detection, which fixes one of my biggest problems with…
You’re on the hunt for a video doorbell – an essential piece of smart home tech that goes hand-in-hand with a smart speaker. You’re set on grabbing one of the best Ring doorbells. They work well with the rest of your Amazon Echo kit. You head on over to Google, do a quick search, and realise that there are way more options available than you expected. Some are wired. Others are wireless. Some have Ethernet. Others work with existing chimes, while their siblings need something extra. Or you could save yourself the hassle. Peruse our quick and easy rundown of…
OpenAI just rolled out a brand-new Image Library for ChatGPT users—an overdue but welcome feature that finally gives you a way to view, manage, and revisit the AI-generated images you’ve created. Where to Find the ChatGPT Image Library You’ll find the Image Library tucked into the left-hand toolbar of the ChatGPT interface, just beneath Explore GPTs. Next to the label, you’ll see a number indicating how many images you’ve generated so far (mine currently sits at a proud 87). Clicking into the library displays all your images in reverse chronological order—from newest to oldest. Clicking on an image opens it…