Apple promised a smarter Siri. It wasnt. Now its paying for it.
The tech industry has spent the last two years drowning consumers in AI hype. Every product, and every update, has been dressed up in the language of transformation and intelligence. Apples Siri settlement is a rare moment where that rhetoric met actual legal consequence
A Star Fox remake is heading to Switch 2 on June 25
The reimagining of the N64 game offers a more cinematic take.
Energizer releases coin lithium batteries that won't cause burning if accidentally swallowed
The Ultimate Child Shield batteries also turn the victim's mouth blue.
Canadian officials claim OpenAI violated federal and provincial privacy laws
Regulators took issue with the amount of personal data the company collected and its approach to consent.
Snap's $400 million deal with Perplexity is dead
The planned AI search feature for Snapchat never fully rolled out.
Google's AI search results will now turn to Reddit for 'Expert Advice'
AI responses now also recommend in-depth articles and links to sources you already subscribe to.
Anthropic is doubling Claude Code rate limits after deal with SpaceX
The company is also interested in SpaceX's planned orbital data centers.
Google just bought a stake in the maker of Eve Online to train its AI models
DeepMind will research player behavior in the space-based RPG.
MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy has reportedly laid off even more staff
Around 170 roles are said to be affected.
Chrome downloads a 4GB AI file without user consent, researcher alleges
There's no opt-in, and the file reappears if deleted.
reMarkable Paper Pure Review: Great hardware held back by bad philosophy
There's an obvious conflict between business and ordinary users.
reMarkable's Paper Pure is its new entry-level slate
It's consciously designed to appeal more to corporate buyers.
Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE launched: Price, features and sale
Catering to premium segment buyers, the new Vivo X300 Ultra brings the ZEISS tuned lenses along with the extender kit, while the X300 FE offers similar features in a rather affordable pricing
Pornhub is unblocking UK users who verify their age with Apple
Its parent company Aylo says age-verified iOS users in the UK will now be able to fully access the adult website.
Instax Mini 13 Review | Instant fun, minimal evolution
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 builds on what already makes the series so popular: simplicity, nostalgia, and the fun of instant photography
Apple to let users choose rivalAImodels across iOS 27 features: Report
The change is slated for iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 this fall, the report said, citing people with knowledge of the matter
Valve releases design files for its out-of-stock Steam Controller
Make and mod your own accessories if you've already got the gamepad.
Apple will pay $250 million for failing to deliver its AI-powered Siri on time
The proposed settlement is the result of a class action lawsuit filed in California.
Anthropic reportedly agrees to pay Google $200 billion for chips and cloud access
This five-year deal is one of many circular agreements keeping the AI sector afloat.
Xbox is ditching Microsoft's Copilot AI
The AI assistant is no longer coming to consoles and will be removed from the Xbox mobile app.
Remakes of Myst and Riven are coming to PlayStation, Xbox and the Microsoft Store
Both remakes were already released on Steam and the macOS App Store.
European law requires large platforms to offer alternative feeds.
Pennsylvania is suing Character.AI over chatbots that pretend to be licensed doctors
State investigators found a chatbot that claimed it had a medical license and could write prescriptions.
The next Call of Duty is not coming to PS4 (or presumably Xbox One)
Activision Blizzard seems to be focusing on next-gen platforms.
Google Home gains more Gemini-powered camera features
The company also updated Gemini for Home for those in an early access program.
The Steam Controller sold out super quickly and Valve is working on a restock
Well, that was fast.
ChatGPT's new default model is more factual and better at personalization
OpenAI is deploying GPT-5.5 Instant to all users starting today.
Book publishers accuse Meta and Mark Zuckerberg of copyright infringement
The class action suit concerns unauthorized scraping by Llama AI.
Alexa+ is now available on a bunch of Bose speakers
This is the upgraded smart assistant's debut on a non-Amazon device.
Chrome on Android will now let you share your approximate location
The feature is also coming to desktops soon.
Game Pass additions for May include Subnautica 2 and Forza Horizon 6
It's another stacked lineup, with Mixtape also among the games joining Microsoft's subscription service
The creator of Citizen Sleeper 2 is making two new games
One is a TTRPG, and the other an entirely new video game.
Horizon Hunters Gathering is holding another playtest on May 22
The spinoff will be playable on PS5 and PC via Steam.
Meta is using AI bone structure analysis to detect and remove underaged users
The company is also expanding its teen account detection systems to Facebook.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight balances fan service with an Arkham-style open world
It's Lego Batman's origin story, balancing his greatest hits with some new gameplay upgrades.
Form launches a cheaper version of its smart swimming goggles
Form Smart Swim 2 LT loses the heart-rate monitoring, keeps the rest.
Google, Microsoft and xAI agree to provide US government with early AI model access
The Commerce Department will use the access to conduct security evaluations.
Samsung Galaxy A37 review: A solid deal even in this economy
The Galaxy A37 isn't the the flashiest device, but it's got solid components and a sturdy design for a reasonable price, which is all we can really ask for.
Google's Pentagon AI deal reportedly drove the DeepMind team to unionize
DeepMind workers in the UK have voted to unionize.
Apple said to be talking to Intel and Samsung about building key device processors
Apple is concerned about its lack of supply chain flexibility.
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) Review | A machine built for long-session stability
HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) reflects HPs attempt to refine that balance by transforming high-refresh visuals, AI-assisted tuning, and an unusually responsive keyboard
Elon Musk settles with the SEC for $1.5 million after years-long dispute over his Twitter investment
Musk did not admit wrongdoing.
The White House is considering tighter regulation of new AI models
A working group could vet new models before they're publicly released.
iOS 26.5 will add end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between Apple and Android
Keep those private conversations truly private.
Wholesome Direct returns June 6 with a slew of joyful games
Catch the stream the day after Summer Game Fest's 2026 showcase.
One of iRobot's co-founders is now making weird little robot companions
They are like pets, but without all of that pesky love.
A study shows that cellphone bans didn't improve US students' test scores
However, students reported improvements in overall well-being in later years.
How to watch Xbox's Stranger Than Heaven showcase
Tune in Wednesday for a closer look with the game's developers and cast.
Instagram is testing optional 'AI creator' labels
The company is encouraging accounts that frequently post Gen AI content to use the feature, but isn't requiring it.
Amazon opens up its logistics networks to any business
The first to sign up are P&G, 3M, Lands' End and American Eagle.
Samsung Galaxy A37 Review | A software-first, durability-focused smartphone
Starting at 41,999, the phone directly competes with the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max, both of which bring strong performance and battery advantages to the table
Sony will soon settle a PlayStation Store class action lawsuit for $7.8 million
Those affected will see their PlayStation Network accounts automatically credited.
GameStop is reportedly preparing an offer to buy eBay
The Wall Street Journal reported that the offer could come as soon as this month.
Ask.com has shut down, marking the official farewell to the Internet's favorite butler
RIP to the original AI search bot.
Apple beats earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum
Apple has posted strong quarterly earnings, beating out Wall Street expectations
Poco X8 Pro Max Review | Powerful performance and premium hardware
Starting at 42,999, the phone makes a strong case for its Pro Max branding with a massive battery, a premium design, and powerful performance
