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Google has quietly paused the rollout of one of the most promising AI features set to come to Google Photos. The experimental feature has been slowly rolling out since last year, but now Google wants to put some more time into it. Ask Photos was one of the most exciting AI features that Google announced for its Photos app last year. In aspecial blog postannouncing the feature, Google said that it would use a very specific version of Gemini designed wholly around working with photos....

Privacy fans using Firefox Relay may soon be able to farm phone numbers Firefox Relay began as a way for people to set up modest email farms to field and forward signups, logins, and spam to or away from their primary accounts. It’s grown to be a bit more than that with some improvements in March includinga beefier attachment limit. Now, as it prepares take its Relay Premium program up a notch, there’s word of new features that’ll be coming along for the ride....

Google updated theMessages applast year with aninline reply feature for responding directly to a specific messagein a conversation. However, it requires users to have RCS enabled as part of Google’s effort to convince carriers and developers to make RCS the standard messaging method despite existing compatibility issues with iOS devices. Direct reply is perhaps one of the most useful features to arrive on Google Messages' Android app in recent times, and it has finally landed on the web....

Quick Links Plenty of free rewards are being offered through active codes inReverse: 1999for September 2024, but you’re able to only redeem them for a limited time. The items received through codes can help you enhance the builds of your favorite characters or give you currency to buy powerful gear. Those looking to skip the grind of this free-to-play game should attempt to activate codes fast before they expire. Similar to thecodes inReverse: 1999from June 2024, the phrases from past months have mostly expired, perhaps with only one or two exceptions....

Samsung Bixby: What it is and how it can make your life easier Bixby is Samsung’s version of Google Assistant and Apple Siri voice assistants. It’s available on most Samsung devices, including TVs, refrigerators, phones, and tablets. Don’t confuse it withGalaxy AI, Samsung’s generative AI technology found in the latest Samsung devices, such as theGalaxy S24 Ultra. Despite Samsung preinstalling it on all its tablets and phones, Bixby never achieved the awareness of Siri or Google Assistant....

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Galaxy S22 Ultra: Spot the difference The Galaxy S23 Ultra isn’t a massive upgrade over its predecessor, but it makes the right changes in the right places. All models come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, with the Exynos model nowhere to be seen. Pair that with a brand-new 200MP primary camera, and you’ll have a well-rounded phone. You shouldn’t ignore the S22 Ultra just because a shiny new model has just been released....

Samsung’s smartphone business is expected to receive a significant boost with the recent arrival of theGalaxy Z Fold 5and theGalaxy Z Flip 5. However, the manufacturer will also have to deal with the upcoming lineup of Apple iPhone 15 models, rumored to pick up a bevy of new upgrades, especially in the camera department. The manufacturer has now published its quarterly financial report for the second quarter of 2023, showing operating profits dropping by 95% year-over-year, mostly due to weakened demand for chips....

Though Samsung’s most anticipated launches of the year are already behind us, the company isn’t done yet. After weeks of leaks and speculation, the Galaxy Buds3 FE are finally here. Samsung announced the Galaxy Buds3 FE as its latest affordable earbuds As announced via a press release, Samsung introduced its newest addition to the Galaxy Buds lineup today, theGalaxy Buds3 FE. If you aren’t familiar with the FE series, it’s the Korea-based giant’s “Fan Edition” line, where the company takes some of the best features from its premium devices and repackages them into a more affordable product....

Summary Brandi Passante and Jarrod Schulz became well-known asStorage Warsstars, but their kids are all grown up after Jarrod and Brandi’s split. The couple quickly became fan favorites due to their dynamic personalities and chemistry. Brandi was usually portrayed as the more cautious bidder, while Jarrod was known for taking risks. Unfortunately, their relationship faced serious challenges behind the scenes. Despite having two children together,Brandi and Jarrod separated in 2018. Brandi is part of theStorage Warsseason 15 cast, but Jarrod is nowhere to be found....

Quick Links Store loyalty cards compromise your privacy; the deals you love are down to your data. Even knowing the risks, I still use my store loyalty cards all of the time—but there are a few ways I attempt to protect my privacy. How Store Loyalty Cards Compromise Your Privacy Unless you receive a stamp-based loyalty card, you’re handing the store your personal data. Loyalty cards track your buying history each time you scan them, and you also give personal information like your email address, home address, and phone number....

Summary WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers forAction Comics #1067! Supermanemerges as Earth’s champion in DC’s new, deadly version of the Olympics, which might be better described as DC’s take onTheHunger Games. However, the stakes aren’t just the Man of Steel’s life but the fate of the entire planet. While some fans may wonder if Superman will prevail, a more intriguing question is what happens if Clark wins, given that alien invaders aren’t exactly known for their sportsmanship....

The 8 Best Careers in Fintech Fintech startups are shaking up the banking sector and challenging the dominance of traditional financial services. A large chunk of the American population already uses fintech. Once you consider their benefits over traditional banking channels—speed, efficiency, and accessibility—it’s a no-brainer to infer that their growth will continue. The rise of this new sector spells out opportunity. If you are a tech-savvy banker or a finance-savvy techie looking to get in on the action, here are some of the most promising career paths you can explore....

Microsoft first began to push the idea of AI-powered Windows in 2024 as the “New Era of Work” — but what is Windows 11 AI? It’s a complex mix of innovation and includes AI-powered PCs, integrated Copilot, and Windows AI Studio. Here’s some of what you can expect. Why Is the Future of Windows 11 AI? It’s true thatpart of the push for AI is just hype, but looking at upcoming AI-powered PCs makes it clear why the future of Windows 11 is AI....