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ChatGPT is my go-to for most things, but sometimes, it just doesn’t cut it. DeepSeek is proving itself to be a powerful model that can directly compete with ChatGPT—and even outmatch it in several key tasks. 4 Mathematical Problem-Solving AI chatbots like DeepSeek and ChatGPT are popular platforms where people go to get assistance and solve math problems. DeepSeek uses its R1 model for reasoning tasks, while ChatGPT provides OpenAI’s newer o3-mini (low/medium) for its free tier users and o3-mini (high) for its Plus tier at a maximum of 50 prompts per day. After testing dozens of hard GMAT (Graduate…

Apple has infused its operating systems with AI, whether you’re using an iPhone, iPad or Mac. Excited about the iPhone 17? Check out our guide to the best upcoming phones. We help you unearth the good bits with these Apple Intelligence tips and tricks – well, ‘good’ until the day Apple Intelligence goes all HAL and shuts you out of the airlock… Get started with these Apple Intelligence tips Turn it on Apple Intelligence started rolling out in October 2024. The features you can access will depend on your device, OS and location; at the very least you’ll need an…

AI might be a dominant force right now, but there’s something an endless stream of binary just can’t replicate — couch multiplayer. Sure, taking down digital foes in your favourite console games can be fun, but can it match the feeling of scoring a screamer against a human opponent? Can it rival watching their face in real-time while you send a rocket-propelled grenade directly at their in-game avatar? While greedy game publishers foist all manner of atrocities on us players, including open world collect-athons, iterative updates of the same title, or even live service games (shudder), there’s nothing quite like…

My favorite conversations with ChatGPT usually last months—until ChatGPT suddenly crashes, and I lose valuable information. It’s happened to me one time too many, which got me thinking: why do my ChatGPT conversations keep crashing? Why I Think ChatGPT Keeps Crashing This issue largely concerns the amount of memory ChatGPT uses and stores. Each time I enter new details, it’s like storing something in a virtual brain. The only problem is that this brain has to dig deep to use that context effectively in future responses. My browser isn’t causing this issue. At first, I thought it was an issue…

I love my Roku devices. But Roku’s March 2025 video advertising test is annoying at best and a deal breaker at worst. I’ve used Roku for years, but if they go ahead, they’ll lose a long-time subscriber. Roku Is Testing New Intrusive Video Ads Hannah Stryker/MakeUseOf In March 2025, following a slew of ad integrations in the Roku operating system, such as within the Roku City screensaver and sidebars, Roku began testing video ads that play automatically before you even land on the home page. For most users, including myself, this ad was a trailer for Disney’s Moana 2. While…

While Spotify is great for finding music from artists you love, and even discovering new tunes, there’s nothing like seeing a live music concert. Spotify is rolling out a great new way to help discover upcoming concerts near you. Say Hello to the Concerts Near You Playlist Spotify You can now access the Concerts Near You Playlist on Spotify. As the name suggests, the playlist highlights songs from artists performing nearby. Just search for “concerts” on Spotify to see the playlist. The playlist is updated every Wednesday with 30 songs from artists performing nearby. Along with the music, you can…

Every year, Apple squirts new features into your Apple phone and iPad with a major iOS update – and then continues adding goodies over subsequent months. iOS 18 is packed with them – and you might not know where to start. We’ve dug deep to give you the very best iOS 18 tips and tricks to supercharge your Apple smartphone or tablet – now updated for iOS 18.3 Not sure if your iPhone can run iOS 18? Check the iOS 18 system requirements. Get started Back up your iPhone It’s unlikely that installing an operating system upgrade will obliterate your data.…

We’re witnessing an explosion of AI models. However, a growing problem is emerging: the names of these models are becoming increasingly convoluted, a labyrinth of acronyms and technical jargon that leaves even enthusiastic AI users scratching their heads.

Multiple YouTube users have reported that videos are defaulting to low quality for no reason. Thankfully, if you’re also experiencing the problem, rest assured that Google is aware of the issue, and working on a fix. Blurry YouTube Videos? You’re Not Alone! Have you opened a YouTube video (or short) recently, only to find that the quality has been really poor? Then, you’re not alone. Multiple YouTube users are being shown YouTube videos at resolutions between 144p and 360p for no apparent reason. By design, YouTube defaults to the most appropriate streaming quality for your internet connection. Which usually means…

The time has come: Plex is finally increasing its Life Plex Pass price. The good news is that up until April 29, 2025, you can snap one up at the cheaper, original price. Plex Finally Increases Its Plex Pass Price—but You Can Snag a Deal The official Plex blog revealed that on April 29, 2025, the Plex Pass price will rise from $4.99 to $6.99 per month. The price increases also apply to the Annual and Lifetime plan: Monthly: $4.99 to $6.99 Annual: $39.99 to $69.99 Lifetime: $119.99 to $249.99 It’s a big price increase, no doubt. However, Plex hasn’t…