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This clever browser extension could banish viruses for good

Staying safe online can sometimes be a hassle, but a new browser extension could protect you from malware without interrupting your day or slowing things down.
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ChatGPT tried to pass a college exam and it didn’t go well

ChatGPT can do a lot, but passing a college exam might be a step too far because it lacks the ability to think originally and creatively, research suggests.
A mockup image of Slack's Slack GPT chatbot, showing the Einstein GPT tool suggesting a new sales opportunity.

Slack GPT: attend meetings, summarize messages, and more

Slack is adding its own ChatGPT-like chatbot helper called Slack GPT, and it’ll be able to summarize messages, attend meetings and perfect emails for you.
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Apple’s next MacBooks and iPads could be in serious trouble

Apple might delay its next line of MacBooks and iPads -- kitted out with the upcoming M3 chip -- until 2024, if this Twitter leaker is to be believed.
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No, 1Password wasn’t hacked – here’s what really happened

1Password users recently got a worrying alert saying their password manager Secret Keys had been changed behind their backs. Yet all was not what it seemed.
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Microsoft has a new way to keep ChatGPT ethical, but will it work?

Microsoft shut down its AI ethics team in March, but the company says it’s still working on ways to keep ChatGPT and responsible and prevent further scandals.
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Is macOS more secure than Windows? This malware report has the answer

The latest malware report from Elastic Security Labs lays out the security situation for macOS, Windows and Linux -- and the results might surprise you.
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Apple’s Reality Pro headset may launch sooner than anyone expected

A new report has suggested Apple’s Reality Pro mixed-reality headset could go on sale this summer. It’s a much sooner date than anyone previously expected.
Apple's Tim Millet presents the Apple silicon A14 Bionic chip.

Apple may be struggling with its next Mac chips — here’s why that matters

The chips in Apple’s next MacBooks could be facing a serious delay, with chip maker TSMC straining to meet demand in a worrying sign for MacBook and iMac fans.
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Even Microsoft thinks ChatGPT needs to be regulated — here’s why

ChatGPT and other AI tools have developed so fast that regulation is needed to keep them in check, according to a Microsoft-backed software trade group.
A woman using a VR headset at a desk with an Apple MacBook,

Apple’s VR headset has no killer app, prominent leaker warns

Apple is taking a scattershot approach to its mixed-reality headset, with no killer app to convince customers to buy the $3,000 device, says a prominent leaker.
A MacBook Air on a desk with an open book in front of it.

The next MacBook Air could come with a major disappointment

Two new versions of the MacBook Air are just around the corner, but a new leak suggests they could come with a sizeable disappointment when they launch.
ChatGPT versus Google on smartphones.

Google’s ChatGPT rival is an ethical mess, say Google’s own workers

Google ignored employee warnings that Bard, its AI chatbot and ChatGPT rival, was a pathological liar and potentially dangerous, according to a new report.
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New leak reveals exactly how Apple’s VR headset will work

Apple’s Reality Pro headset will launch in a few weeks, but most of its software capabilities have been kept secret -- until now, as a new report reveals all.
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The RTX 4070 may get a big price cut — but there’s a catch

Want to buy an RTX 4070 graphics card? Nvidia could soon give you a tasty rebate for snapping one up, but there’s a notable catch that could ruin those hopes.
Apple CEO Tim Cook looks at a display of brand new redesigned MacBook Air laptop during the WWDC22

Here’s why WWDC could be a ‘critical event’ for Apple

Apple will launch a host of new hardware and software in June at what could be the most significant WWDC show in years, with a VR headset top of the billing.
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This little-known feature is my favorite part of using a Mac and iPhone together

Using multiple Apple devices together is a seamless dream, and this one feature shows that in action. It’s a great addition to any workflow.
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Apple’s FaceTime may soon give you gesture control superpowers

Video calls are full of small annoyances, but Apple wants to lessen the pain by injecting clever gesture controls into its FaceTime app, per a new patent.
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Here’s when Apple’s AR glasses could finally go on sale

Apple’s secret augmented reality glasses are apparently back on track and have a possible release date, according to one well-connected industry analyst.
A rendering of an Apple mixed-reality headset (Reality Pro) in a gold color seen from the front.

Leak reveals how Apple VR headset’s hand tracking may work

Apple’s Reality Pro headset is almost here and we might now know how its hand-tracking feature will work, as a new patent has shown off an ingenious idea.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 laptop propped up at an angle on a desk.

Your next MacBook Air could be even faster than expected

Two fresh rumors have asserted Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air may have a more powerful chip and a sooner release date than expected. That’s exciting if it’s correct.
A rendering of an Apple mixed-reality headset (Reality Pro) in a gray color seen from the front.

Apple’s Reality Pro headset is the VR industry’s ‘last hope’

The VR headset industry is in trouble and Apple’s Reality Pro is the only hope of saving it, according to one analyst, painting a bleak picture for the future.
An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

Hoping for an OLED MacBook Pro? We’ve got some bad news

Apple’s MacBook Pro might not get an OLED screen until 2026, which could put it behind rival laptops. Strangely, the MacBook Air might get an OLED panel first.
A MacBook Pro on a desk with ChatGPT's website showing on its display.

Someone just used ChatGPT to generate free Windows keys

ChatGPT can do a lot, and now we can add generating valid Windows keys to the list. It shows what the chatbot is capable of if it is cleverly manipulated.
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Apple just patented a new VR headset controller — but there’s a catch

Apple’s VR headset will be revealed soon, and it may come with some unique torque-enabled hand controllers. But there are several reasons to be skeptical.
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From click wheels to trackpads, these are the best Apple designs of all time

Apple has had its fair share of superb designs over the years, but what are its greatest hits? Here, we’ve grouped all the best designs Apple has ever created.
The screen of the MacBook Air M2.

Apple could be working on a secret OLED MacBook Air

Apple is busy working on an OLED MacBook Air in a move that could help its laptop displays outshine the competition, according to a new industry report.
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This Bing flaw let hackers change search results and steal your files

A serious bug in Microsoft’s Azure platform could have let hackers switch up search results and steal the files of millions of users, a security firm has found.
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ChatGPT could threaten 300 million jobs around the world

AI tools like ChatGPT could have a huge impact on job security, putting millions of jobs at risk. But there could be good news for workers over the long term.
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Tech leaders call for pause of GPT-4.5, GPT-5 development due to ‘large-scale risks’

An open letter signed by Elon Musk and a host of prominent academics has warned AI labs to pause development or risk unleashing catastrophic perils on society.
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GPT-5 could soon change the world in one incredible way

GPT-5 is coming, and it could help launch an AI revolution. But will its incredible new capabilities be a force for good or bad? That remains to be seen.
Apple's Craig Federighi speaking about macOS security at WWDC 2022.

This Mac malware can steal your credit card data in seconds

Think Macs can’t get viruses? Think again, as a new Mac malware strain has been found that steals credit card info, login data, and even your password database.
A rendering of four Apple mixed-reality headsets (Reality Pro) in various colors sitting on a surface.

Apple’s Reality Pro headset just got demoed in a secret ceremony

Apple just held its largest demo yet for its Reality Pro headset, suggesting the top-secret device is receiving its final finishing touches before launching.
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6 things I want to see in the new iMac

A new 24-inch iMac is reportedly on the way, complete with new features and better performance. Here’s everything we want to see in Apple’s next all-in-one Mac.