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Anthropic says it won't bring ads to Claude, unlike rival ChatGPT
25+ min ago (659+ words) Anthropic has announced that its chatbot Claude will remain ad-free. This is in direct contrast to rival company OpenAI, which recently brought ads to ChatGPT for many users. The company says that "including ads in conversations with Claude would be…...
Presidents' Day sales 2026: The best tech deals from Apple, Sony, Roku and others
1+ hour, 7+ min ago (623+ words) Roku Streaming Stick Plus 2025 for $24 (40 percent off): This is one of the most affordable ways to get 4K streaming on almost any TV set. The dongle has a sleek design, it comes with handy remote that can also control your TV's…...
Alexa+ is now available nationwide, with a free text-based version for non-Prime members to try
1+ hour, 42+ min ago (582+ words) Amazon's next-generation AI assistant is now available to everyone in the US for $20 per month, or for free if you're a Prime member. Amazon has also introduced a try-before-you-buy free tier for non-Prime members, but it's limited to text-based chat....
Nintendo's first Direct showcase of 2026 is scheduled for February 5
3+ hour, 18+ min ago (351+ words) Nintendo has lined up its first showcase of the year. The next Nintendo Direct is taking place on February 5 at 9AM ET, the company has announced. It will run for around 30 minutes.As previous reports suggested, it will focus on third-party…...
Roblox’s '4D' creation toolset is now available in open beta
3+ hour, 22+ min ago (286+ words) Roblox launched an open-source AI model that generates 3D objects on the fly early last year and now that toolset is getting a massive boost. The platform has introduced a model that whips up "4D" objects. I put 4D in quotes because it…...
X's 'open source' algorithm isn't a win for transparency, researchers say
4+ hour, 19+ min ago (1751+ words) When X's engineering team published the code that powers the platform's "for you" algorithm last month, Elon Musk said the move was a victory for transparency. "We know the algorithm is dumb and needs massive improvements, but at least you…...
How to set up an AirTag
5+ hour, 37+ min ago (607+ words) Before you begin, make sure you have the following: An iPhone or iPad signed in to your Apple Account Bluetooth enabled on that device iOS or iPadOS 14.5 or later (AirTag 2nd generation requires iOS or iPadOS 26.2.1 or later) A stable Wi-Fi…...
Egypt to block Roblox for all users
6+ hour, 24+ min ago (180+ words) Egyptian regulators have banned Roblox, a popular children's video game, Bloomberg'reports. The nation's Supreme Council for Media Regulation is coordinating with the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority on the decision to ensure its enforcement. Egypt joins others including Iraq, Algeria, Saudi…...
iPad deal: Get $100 off the latest iPad mini right now
7+ hour, 2+ min ago (434+ words) Apple's smallest tablet is a great option for frequent travelers or anywho who prefers their slabs be the size of an ereader. The latest iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip is down to one of the best prices we've seen…...
Pick up the Apple Watch Series 11 while it's $100 off
7+ hour, 52+ min ago (204+ words) Pick up the Apple Watch Series 11 while it's $100 off'Engadget Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how…...