Nothing’s ear (1) Earbuds Officially Revealed

Each earbud is equipped with 11.6mm drivers, which have been tuned byTeenage Engineering, a Swedish electronics house. Nothing Nothing

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 19 words · Michael Irwin

Nothing’s New Ear (2) Earbuds Promise Improved Everything and Are Out Today

Depending on how you use them (i.e. While the Qi-certified fast charging boasts an eight-hour charge (with ANC off) in 10 minutes. Nothing

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 23 words · Scott Mullen

Nothing’s New Earbuds Are Like a Fresh Set of Ears

With its first pair of earbuds, though, Nothing has decided to approach things a bit differently. Fortunately for us, that isnt the case. While theres a lot to like about the ear (1), they arent perfect. Nothing Because of their budget-friendly price tag, there are some limitations to what they can offer. The company’s entire mission statement is to take tech back to its roots. To focus more on delivering great hardware and tech than on how pretty it looks, and that shows....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Richard Lopez

Notifications Finally Make iPhone and iPad Web Apps Worth Using

But what are web apps exactly? In iOS 16.4, Apple isadding support for notifications in web apps. What Are Web Apps? Luis Villasmil / Unsplash A web app is an app that uses web technologies like HTML, Javascript, and so on. The differences are subtle but important. A web app gets its own storage space and can run when you are offline. Taras Shypka / Unsplash It also appears as an app in the iPhone (or iPad) app switcher....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 261 words · Hunter Meza

Notifications Getting a New Look in Android 12

Introduced in 2018, the Smart Reply feature uses artificial intelligence to suggest responses based on your recent messages. If you tap on one, it’s automatically sent to the other person. or “See you soon!” Google People who rely on the feature may not appreciate getting fewer choices while viewing notifications in landscape mode. Android 12 is currently in beta and is rumored to arrive in the fall. It’s biggest new feature is a complete visual overhaul dubbed Material You....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Becky Ali

Now Free Demos on Steam Should Be Easier to Try Out

Managing free game demos on Steam has always been a bit arcane. It’s a much more explicit process, according to the company. That helps us all decide whether we want to try out a demo or not. Mirthwood Demo on Steam.Steam Not all demos will have a full store page, but it’s now an option. User reviews are enabled for demos, now, too. Add to Library button for Dead Seagull Zoo Magnate Demo....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Kevin Cole

Now Max Is Raising Its Streaming Prices

Just in time for the new season ofHouse of the Dragon, Warner Bros. Discovery’s Max (formerly HBO Max) has increased its monthly streaming subscription cost. Warner Bros Discovery The Max with ads plan hasn’t increased, so there’s that. Harry Collett, Emma D’Arcy, Oscar Eskinazi.Warner Bros Discovery Small mercies, right? Oh, and all the dragons.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 54 words · Todd Wilson

Now May Be the Perfect Time to Get Into Privacy-First Home Automation

If you buy a new HomePod, it comes withsome home-automation extrasthat might initially seem a bit pointless. This opens some fundamentally useful automations, and all with Apple’s high regard for privacy. “Trust is a critical factor in the adoption of home automation technology, and it varies among consumers. James Yarema / Unsplash Home Automation Privacy To get into home automation, you kind of have to commit. You also have to consider the privacy angle and decide which vendors you trust....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 236 words · Nathaniel Hardin

Now Microsoft Has Decided the Recall Feature Should Be Optional

Now, the company is stepping back a little and making that feature optional. During the setup process for your new computer, you’ll have to turn it on. Microsoft is also putting another requirement in place in order for the Recall preview feature to be enabled. The Recall preview features has caused much concern and is now an optional feature on Copilot+ PCs.Microsoft

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 62 words · David Hines

Now Nintendo Switch Can Connect to Bluetooth Audio Devices

Wires and tangles and snares, goodbye! you might (finally) connect wireless Bluetooth audio devices such as speakers and headphones to your Nintendo Switch. So no multi-speaker setups or pairing multiple headsets simultaneously. Nintendo Bluetooth connectivity is also limited to audio output onlyso no microphones, either. So if you’re playing something solo or with one other person, no problem. But if you’re planning a four-player party, no Bluetooth for you. LIgorko / Getty Images...

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Robert Bender

Now Teens Can Only Receive DMs From Connections on Facebook and Instagram

In a news release on Thursday, the company announcedstricter message configs for teenswho use Facebook and Instagram. Though the only additional details provided were that the company would share more details later this year. Parents will need to make changes inMeta’s Family Center. Teen DMs.Daniel de la HOZ / Getty Images Changes to Instagram DMs.Meta

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 55 words · Rebecca Wilson

Now the iPad Will Get Alternate App Stores, Too

Now, that has changed. But it is also hamstrung by Apple imposing the same restrictions on the tablet as it does the phone. Worse, the promise of the iPad has been stunted by the App Store. The iPad could be so much more than just a big iPhone.Brandon Romanchuk / Unsplash What it does do is give Apple absolute control over who can make software for its platforms. That’s about to change and hopefully will become the default in all regions, not just the EU....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · John Nguyen

Now You Can Be Lego Metallica in 'Fortnite'

But Metallica as Lego MiniFigs? That’s the best news right there. Fortnite “Experience Metallicas music like never before in Metallica: Fuel. Metallica as ‘Lego Fortnite’ characters.Fortnite Fury,” the companywrites on its blog page. “This journey through six of Metallicas fan-favorite songs features gameplay that matches the intensity. You’ll get Lars Ulrich just for purchasing the Premium Reward Track, too. Ride the Lightning guitar.Fortnite The new season goes live June 13....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Christie Williams