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Élyse Betters Picaro

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Operations Manager & Content Manager at Pocket Lint

Journalist | Previously: Operations Manager @ValnetInc, EIC @Pocketlint, Managing Editor @ZDNET, and Editor @9to5Mac & @9to5Google.

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  • 3 weeks ago | pocket-lint.com | Élyse Betters Picaro

    Book flights within the 'magic window." That's 13 to 43 days before takeoff for domestic, or 18 to 29 days for international. You should also fly midweek. Tuesday departures are cheaper, while Thursday is best for overseas flights to avoid weekend prices. Layovers can save 25% on average, so consider flights with stops for cheaper options than nonstop ones.

  • 3 weeks ago | pocket-lint.com | Élyse Betters Picaro

    Amazon's AI "Hear the highlights" tool summarizes product details and reviews for easier decision-making. The AI feature is more accessible for busy individuals, visually impaired users, but may not save time for others. Despite other AI features like Rufus and Review Highlights, the "Hear the highlights" tool may not be useful for fast readers.

  • 1 month ago | pocket-lint.com | Élyse Betters Picaro

    Google is directly integrating AI features, powered by Gemini 2.5, into Search to compete with ChatGPT. AI Mode offers Deep Search for complex queries, Live Search via camera, AI shopping, booking assistance, and personalized results. AI Mode is rolling out to US users, enabling features like Deep Search, Live Search, AI shopping, booking, customized visuals. Google just figured out how to take on ChatGPT -- for real this time.

  • Mar 2, 2025 | pocket-lint.com | Élyse Betters Picaro

    Streamers like YouTube TV and Hulu offer unlimited DVR, letting you record and watch content whenever you want. YouTube TV's DVR, for instance, lets you record entire programs, including live events, and watch from the start -- even if you tuned in late. DVR isn't essential for everyone. It really depends on how much you value recording shows or sports to watch later. If you're someone thinking about recording shows, movies, or sports, you might be considering DVR.

  • Feb 27, 2025 | pocket-lint.com | Élyse Betters Picaro

    Apple updated Siri's design in iOS 18.3, giving it glowing borders and a more futuristic look. To access the new Siri, update to iOS 18.3 and ensure you have a supported model with Apple Intelligence. Enable Apple Intelligence in settings, adjust language settings, and restart your device to unlock Siri's new glowing appearance. Siri looks completely different with the release of iOS 18.3. Apple has updated its voice assistant, giving it a vibrant, eye-catching glow.

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