Monthly Archives: November 2024

Engadget Podcast: Why the DOJ wants Google to sell Chrome

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Well, the rumors were true: this week the DOJ argued that Google should sell off Chrome to make up for its monopolistic search practices. On top of that, the US government also suggested a potential sale of Android if it can't stop prioritizing its own search on Android smartphones. In this episode, Devindra and Producer Ben discuss why neither outcome seems likely under the upcoming Trump 2.0 administration, which will likely focus on defanging any sort of regulation.

Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show, be sure to email us or drop a note in the comments! And be sure to check out our other podcast, Engadget News!

  • U.S. regulators want Google to sell its Chrome division (and why that probably won’t happen) – 1:05

  • Comcast spins off Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango, and a handful of cable networks into their own company – 22:23

  • Sony is in talks to buy Kadokawa, Japanese publisher behind FromSoft games and Kill la Kill – 24:38

  • German authorities suspect Baltic Sea data cables between Lithuania and Sweden were sabotaged – 26:21

  • Pokémon Go devs Niantic reveal plans to create a Large Geospatial Model to power future AR and robots – 32:26

  • Working on – 45:49

  • Pop culture picks – 51:38

Hosts: Devindra Hardawar and Ben Ellman
Producer: Ben Ellman
Music: Dale North and Terrence O'Brien

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/engadget-podcast-why-the-doj-wants-google-to-sell-chrome-123045654.html?src=rss

TobenONE 10-in-1 USB-C Docking Station for Dual 4K Displays

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TobenONE Docking Station Kickstarter

The TobenONE 10-in-1 Adaptive Vertical USB C Docking Station provides a comprehensive solution for enhancing connectivity and functionality across a variety of devices. Central to its design is a gravity-adaptive mechanism, constructed from high-strength silicone and aluminum alloy. This mechanism automatically adjusts its clamping force based on the weight of your laptop, making sure secure […]

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The Morning After: It’s Black Friday!

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Black Friday is finally upon us, willing us to purchase some much-needed tech with some degree of a discount. Our Black Friday hub has been collecting the best deals available, so you can save a bundle in the run-up to the holidays. And while there have been some tasty deals in the last few days, the real blockbusters have now dropped.

That includes $75 off the PlayStation 5 Slim, with a decent chunk sliced off the price of a PS5 wireless DualSense controller. Sony has also knocked $100 from the price of its class-leading XM5 headphones, which you can snag for $298. Not to mention, you can grab the brand-new M4 Mac Mini with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage for $500.

There are plenty more where that came from, which is why we have the Black Friday hub. So go and get all the biggest and best deals without having to lift a finger.

— Dan Cooper

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News In Brief

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WhatsApp

Voice messages: You either love them or feel you’re being forced to listen to the world’s least engaging podcast. Someone at WhatsApp must feel similarly given the platform has now added a way to transcribe the voice messages you receive. The feature is rolling out globally in the coming weeks, with more languages incoming.

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Amazon may face an EU antitrust investigation next year, with regulators curious if it promoted its own products at the expense of competitors. The continent has stringent rules around big tech platforms that act as both the marketplace and a player in the same space. If found to have given its own gear preferential treatment, the fines under the Digital Markets Act can be hefty.

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The New York Times and OpenAI are battling it out in court, with the former accusing the latter of plagiarism. During the discovery phase, OpenAI created two virtual machines that the NYT’s lawyers could examine to gather evidence. But after 150 hours of research, some of that data was erased, which OpenAI blamed on a glitch.

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Neuralink

Canada has given its blessing for Neuralink to conduct human trials of its brain implant in the country. The Elon Musk-owned company has already opened the door for would-be trialists to apply to be the first Canadian to receive the implant. It’s asking for volunteers with quadriplegia caused either by a spinal cord injury or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

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Photo by Devindra Hardawar / Engadget

The Rabbit R1 was a neat-looking pocketable AI doodad that sadly didn’t really do enough to justify buying one. Since it stumbled out of the gate, however, a raft of software updates has added many of the features initially promised at launch. The latest is Teach Mode, which lets users automate tasks on any website, which is nice.

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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-121559120.html?src=rss

Why Mistral Chat AI Could be the Future of Content Creation

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Mistral Chat AI for SEO Success

If you are a digital marketer, constantly juggling the demands of creating engaging content while keeping up with the ever-changing SEO landscape, you might be interested in Mistral Chat. Developed by a team of seasoned experts from Google DeepMind and Meta, this tool is designed to be your new best friend in the world of […]

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PlayStation Portal: PS5 Gaming Without the PS5?

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PlayStation Portal

The PlayStation Portal is set to transform the way gamers access and enjoy their favorite PS5 and PS4 titles. This innovative device offers a unique opportunity to experience the latest games without the need to own a physical console. Designed with flexibility and ease of access in mind, the Portal caters to gamers who value convenience […]

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Framework Laptop Modified from x86 to RISC-V in 5 Minutes Live

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open-source hardware ecosystem

Framework is pioneering a fantastic approach to hardware design, placing emphasis on modularity, repairability, and upgradeability. This innovative strategy draws parallels with software ecosystems, offering a fresh perspective on hardware development that is reshaping the technology landscape. By prioritizing these principles, Framework is not only creating products but fostering a new paradigm in consumer electronics. […]

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Q STAR 2.0 – New MIT Real-time Self Improving AI Model

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AI self-improvement techniques

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has unveiled Q STAR 2.0, an innovative AI model that demonstrates real-time self-enhancement capabilities. This development challenges prevailing notions about the limits of AI scaling and opens new avenues for research in artificial general intelligence (AGI). By excelling in the ARC AGI benchmark, a rigorous test for evaluating AGI potential, […]

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SuperXLOOKUP: The Excel Data Analysis Tool Everyone’s Talking About

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Excel with SuperXLOOKUP, offering advanced lookup capabilities and seamless data management

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with Excel’s XLOOKUP function, wishing it could just do a little more? Maybe you’ve been frustrated by its single-column limitation or the cumbersome error handling that leaves you tangled in a web of nested functions. You’re not alone. Many Excel users have hit these roadblocks and wondered if there’s […]

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Vintage-looking ebike sidecar lets you ride around in style

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I am one of the estimated 50% of the world population that don’t know how to ride a bike and have no desire to actually learn how. But there’s one kind that I do know how to ride and given the chance, I’d probably willingly get on one: the sidecar. I can’t balance on two wheels but add a sidecar and another wheel to the equation, then yes, I can actually “drive” it. And if it’s an electric bike, then it also adds to the appeal.

Designer: Mod Bikes

The Mod Easy SideCar Sahara electric bike is something that may appeal to people like me or regular bike riders who want to get on this retro-looking thing that looks like a prop bike from Mad Max Fury Road. The design inspiration for the limited edition ebike is actually the BMW R75 Sahara motorcycle from the World War II era or the 1940s. But of course it has more bells and whistles given that it’s an electric bicycle.

The front wheel has a moto-style dual-crown suspension while the custom-made sidecar has dual headlights, an extended frame, and a cargo rack at the rear. And if your companion on the sidecar is a pet, it even has a built-in doggie door, which should work for pets and humans alike. There’s also a padded seat and a seatbelt for safety. As an ebike, it is equipped with a 750-W rear-hub motor plus give levels of programmable pedal-assist. It also has a responsive torque sensor and a thumb throttle.

The bike also has wide-beam LED headlight so you can be visible while driving around even when it’s dark already. There’s also a braking tail-light to add to the safety features. And if you want more control over the synched turn signaling and brake lighting, you can pair it with a Lumos smart helmet.

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M4 MacBook Pro: 23 MIND-BLOWING Tips & Tricks

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MacBook Pro

The M4 MacBook Pro is a powerful and versatile device that can help you achieve new levels of productivity and efficiency. To fully unlock its potential, it’s important to understand how to optimize your device’s settings and features. The video below from Brandon Butch will walk you through essential tips and tricks, from initial setup […]

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