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Spotify’s new Taste Profile feature lets users fine-tune their algorithm’s recommendations
The AI feature will undergo beta testing with New Zealand Premium users first.
Trump administration will reportedly get $10 billion for brokering the TikTok deal
The investors for the TikTok USDS Joint Venture will pay out the total across several payments, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
Meta is reportedly planning to cut up to 20 percent of its staff in upcoming layoffs
Meta may be getting ready to fire a significant portion of its workforce, according to a Reuters report.
Parallels Desktop creators say MacBook Neo does indeed have enough muscle to run Windows apps
The company’s virtualization software is functional on Apple’s cheapest laptop.
ByteDance will reportedly buy NVIDIA's latest AI chips to use outside of China
ByteDance seems to have figured out a way to access NVIDIA's latest AI chips, despite export restrictions. It's working with a firm to deploy computing systems in Malaysia.
How to clean and organize your Mac
Taking care of your computer doesn’t need to be complicated. We'll take you through some easy steps to clean your Mac and organize your hard drive.
Samsung Galaxy S26 review: The smartphone status quo
Samsung Galaxy deja vu. Incremental spec bumps make it hard to get excited about the company's smallest flagship phone.
Apple is reducing its App Store commission fees in China
The standard rate for for in-app purchases is being cut by 5 percent from this month.
The Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s $600 Macbook Neo
The biggest news stories this morning: Bumble is the latest dating app to add an AI assistant, RAMaggedon is not expected to ease this year.
The 5 best meditation apps for 2026
Meditation apps can help newbies start a new practice and help others add variety to theirs. These are the best meditation apps you can use right now.
Uber robotaxi rides are now available for passengers in Las Vegas
Uber’s and Motional's Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous EVs will start appearing as an option for riders in Las Vegas.
Soundcore Nebula P1i projector review: An affordable option with accurate color and loud sound
Anker’s P1i is a solid budget projector that’s ideal for impromptu indoor screenings and outdoor party use, but it lacks both brightness and sharpness.
Another longtime Microsoft executive is retiring
Head of Experiences + Devices Rajesh Jha follows Phil Spencer out of the door.
Honda cancels three EVs that were months away from US production
Honda is killing multiple planned EV's and refocusing on hybrids.
JBL's two new Live headphones offer 80 hours of battery each
JBL just released two new pairs of headphones in its Live line. There's the 780NC over-ear and the 680NC on-ear.
The best eco-friendly phone cases for 2026
You don't have to settle for plastic when buying a new phone case. Here are some eco-friendly alternatives.
NVIDIA- and Uber-backed Nuro is testing autonomous vehicles in Tokyo
US self-driving startup Nuro, which is backed by the likes of NVIDIA, Toyota and Uber, has started testing its autonomous vehicles in Tokyo.
Tembo might just be the world's cutest drum machine
Musical Beings just launched a Kickstarter for a drum machine called Tembo. This is an extremely cute gadget that uses magnetic tokens to make beats.
The 7 best cordless vacuums for 2026
Cordless vacuums are often lighter and easier to use than standard vacuums. We tested a number of the most popular cordless vacuums today to find the ones that are worth your money.
Live Nation settlement avoids breakup with Ticketmaster
The company will have to make major changes to its business practices following a settlement with the Department of Justice.

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