Sep 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Plaud has introduced the One Explorer Edition, AI earbuds designed to record and understand conversations across meetings, calls, and in-person chats. With built-in eSIM, 4G LTE, and the Plaud Intelligence platform, the device can transcribe, summarize, and turn action items into connected tasks. Integrations include Gmail, Google Calendar, Notion, and Slack, with pre-orders starting at $249.99.
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Sep 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Free antivirus options are stronger than ever in 2026. Bitdefender Antivirus Free is the best third-party pick, Avast One adds extra features, and Microsoft Defender is already built into Windows 11. This guide compares the top free tools and explains what to watch for.
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Sep 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Not all Mac antivirus software costs money. Some free apps, like Avast, AVG, and Avira, watch for threats in real time. Others, like Bitdefender and Malwarebytes, are better for on-demand scans. Here is our guide to the best free choices in 2026.
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Sep 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
This guide compares the best free photo-editing software available in 2026. It covers Affinity, GIMP, Photopea, darktable, RawTherapee, Paint.NET, Lightroom mobile, and Photoshop mobile. Learn which editor suits retouching, RAW processing, browser use, and quick mobile corrections.
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Sep 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Chris Sorrell, the creator of James Pond, has publicly criticized System 3 Software over the upcoming 'James Pond Legacy: The Pond is Not Enough' anthology for Nintendo Switch 2. He claims the trailer and artwork heavily rely on generative AI and says he was never consulted. System 3 denies using AI. Sorrell's frustration highlights a growing problem in game preservation.
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Sep 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google Cloud's gaming director Jack Buser has one of the toughest jobs in tech: persuading wary developers and players that AI is the industry's best hope. With game budgets ballooning and player attention locked to older titles, he argues AI can cut costs and enable new kinds of games. From Capcom's AI bug-hunting agents to a chatbot slime in Dragon Quest X, Buser points to early wins even as Western audiences remain hostile to generative AI. This feature explores his pitch, the backlash, and what it means for the next generation of game development.
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Sep 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Trump administration is reportedly expanding its secretive AI safety framework to include advanced open models before public release. Officials worry that approving only closed models could stigmatize open-weight AI and discourage U.S. companies from releasing them. The move comes as Chinese open models rival American offerings and as industry leaders lobby against restrictions. The framework's expansion signals a delicate balancing act between security concerns and innovation.
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Sep 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A U.S. government laboratory is reportedly investigating whether Chinese-made lidar sensors pose cybersecurity risks to vehicles. The review, funded by private companies in the electric and autonomous vehicle industry, comes as American automakers consider adopting cheaper lidar from China. Lawmakers have proposed restrictions, but no concrete threats have been confirmed.
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Sep 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
This roundup captures the top privacy and security stories, from new police camera controversies and encryption changes to cyber threats and AI-powered crime. It includes key facts about government actions, corporate surveillance, and consumer protections. Each entry provides a headline and essential takeaways for quick reading.
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