Jon Fisher

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Google’s Quietly Working on a Sleek New Android Look

1 week ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

News>Google News>Google hasn't flipped the switch yet, but a future Android update is shaping up to look cleaner and more compact Google Google News Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Tech Leaders Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Women in Gaming Byte-Sized BriefAndroid 16 is getting a visual refresh. Changes include dynamic and colored icons. They might not arrive at the first release.
Android 16's Beta Hints at Major Visual Changes Ahead

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jon Fisher

Byte-Sized BriefAndroid 16 is getting a visual refresh. Changes include dynamic and colored icons. They might not arrive at the first release. Google might be planning several visual upgrades for the next Android OS. Android Authority reports early signs of these upcoming changes in the latest beta build.
Here’s How to Let Pop-ups Through in Chrome (It’s Easy)

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

The DownloadOpen Chrome's settings and select Privacy and security > Site settings > Pop-ups and redirects. To turn off the pop-up blocker, select Sites can send pop-ups and use redirects. To add exceptions, edit the Customized behaviors section to allow or block pop-ups for specific sites. This article explains how to disable Chrome's pop-up blocker to allow pop-ups on some sites or every website.
AI Companions Are Too Risky for Teens, Says New Report

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

News>Smart & Connected Life>AI & Everyday Life News>Parents should think twice about letting their kids use some chatbots EvgeniyShkolenko / iStock / Getty Images Plus Smart & Connected Life AI & Everyday Life News Byte-Sized BriefSocial AI apps are unsafe for kids and teens. They often encourage inappropriate behavior. Experts say minors shouldn't use them at all.
Your Samsung Camera Has a Secret AI Assistant—Here’s How to Use It

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

Bixby Vision is a feature built into some Samsung Galaxy devices that enhances the camera app with artificial intelligence. It can identify places and objects, translate text, and more. What is Bixby Vision? Bixby Vision is a combination of several related technologies. Since it offers to take action on your behalf, it's part virtual assistant.
Your Samsung Camera Has a Secret AI Assistant—Here’s How to Use It | Flipboard

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Jon Fisher

5 hours agoI've used Airalo in the UK, UAE, Switzerland, Turkey, and Lebanon, and this is why I keep going back to it. In 2015, I found myself walking with a friend at 3 AM to a Walmart in the middle of nowhere, Las Vegas, because we had just landed and really needed prepaid SIM cards for an 8 AM press …
Meta AI App Debuts With Discover Feed and Ray-Ban Integration

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

The social feed lets you browse, share, and remix AI prompts Meta Byte-Sized BriefStandalone Meta AI app launches with voice chat. Discover feed lets users share and remix how they use AI. It's now the companion app for Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Meta has launched a new standalone Meta AI app that's built to be a more personal, voice-first assistant powered by Llama 4.
Meta AI App Debuts With Discover Feed and Ray-Ban Integration

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jon Fisher

Byte-Sized BriefStandalone Meta AI app launches with voice chat. Discover feed lets users share and remix how they use AI. It's now the companion app for Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Meta has launched a new standalone Meta AI app that's built to be a more personal, voice-first assistant powered by Llama 4.
GameSir’s New X5 Lite and GameHub Take on Mobile Gaming

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

GameSir's $35 controller and GameHub bring cloud and PC gaming to Android and iOS, complete with pro features like turbo mode and chat We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. GameSir Byte-Sized BriefThe X5 Lite mobile controller costs $34.99. It works with Android and iOS devices. GameHub supports cloud and PC game streaming.
Bluetooth 6: Breaking Down the Latest Features and Why They Matter

2 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Jon Fisher

Bluetooth 6, released in late 2024, is the latest version of the short-range wireless standard. Instead of introducing faster speeds or huge improvements in range, this Bluetooth version focuses on improving accuracy and communication between devices. Here's what's new and why it matters. Accurate Distance Tracking Bluetooth 6 introduces Channel Sounding. This major upgrade lets two Bluetooth devices measure how far apart they are, down to less than 10 centimeters.