Google Chrome’s AI team has proposed new APIs, dubbed Writing Assistance, for directly accessing language models built into web browsers and operating systems. It could lead to more sites and web apps adding AI writing integrations. Large language models (LLMs) are all the rage thanks toOpenAI’s ChatGPT, which sent the entire tech industry into an AI frenzy and scrambling for similar features. Creating AI web apps that implement LLMs is easier said than done, though....

It’s not always possible to plunge countless hours into a video game; sometimes you just want a tight experience without endless side quests. That’s why I’ve selected some stellar games that you may easily start and finish this weekend. These games are all available for multiple platforms, so boot up your system of choice, relax, and enjoy the brief (yet memorable) ride. 3Stray InStray, you control a cat. If that doesn’t sell you, I don’t know what will....

Quick Links On paper, Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro looks like the antidote to all the small flaws in the PlayStation 5 base console experience, but after carefully considering the coverage and real-world performance of the world’s most powerful gaming console, I think I’ll pass for now. 5I Skipped the PS4 Pro and It Was Fine This won’t be the first time I skipped on a Sony “Pro” console because this isn’t the first time they’ve made one....

Quick Links Since Twitter’s inception in 2007, the microblogging platform now known as X has seen a plethora of features come and go. It’s the case with any website or app that features will be tested, launched, and eventually killed, but that doesn’t always mean it’s a good idea. As many peopleleave X for other platforms like Bluesky, which is fairly new and doesn’t yet have all the features I’d like to see from it, I’ve been thinking about old features on X that I loved....

Quick Links An easy way to find out if someone is of the tech persuasion is to ask them about their first smartphone or computer. If their eyes light up and they immediately spit out a full product name, you know you’re in good company. Let me tell you about my favorite “First”—the HTC Droid Eris, my first smartphone. When I graduated from high school in the late 2000s, mobile technology and the internet were just starting to take off....

Summary Color E ink readers are becoming mainstream, with reasonable prices. So you might be wondering if its finally time to move your color comic reading from a tablet to an eReader. The answer depends on your tolerance for certain sacrifices, so lets see what’s on the table. What Makes a Color eReader Different? A basic black-and-white E ink screen works using tiny black and white capsules suspended in a liquid....

Quick Links The controller that came bundled with your current-generation console is pretty good regardless of brand, but better versions always exist. When you see the asking price for these “elite” controllers, though, you might wonder, are they really worth it? What Exactly Is a High-End Game Controller? High-end game controllers are specialized gaming controllers that are designed to offer a more premium gaming experience. They usually come with a higher price tag than regular controllers and are often targeted at serious gamers willing to invest in top-of-the-line hardware....

Quick Links Brands like Razer have spoiled gamers with high-quality, feature-rich peripherals. So much so that when a modest option is released, it may be unfairly overlooked. TheCHERRY MX 10.0N RGB keyboardis a functional model, but its simplicity overshadows a sturdy build and quiet mechanical keys. In the past six months, I have experienced two very opposite ends of the mechanical keyboard spectrum. I’m currently working on theKeychron Q8Alice-style keyboard. It’s loud, made of a solid, thick metal build, and features raised keys and a very high profile....

Summary As we move away from physical media, there’s an attempt to make the virtual version of what we used to do physically bear some resemblance to each other. However, “renting” movies on digital platforms is far worse than the real deal. Things are not quite as good as they used to be! Special Features Are Not Included in Digital Rentals When I rented a movie at an actual movie rental store, I got the same content as someone who bought it outright....

Quick Links Summary To fix it when Discord fails to update, ensure your internet connection is working, reboot Discord, check Discord’s server status, run Discord as admin, turn off your computer’s firewall, delete Discord’s cached files, or manually install the latest Discord version. Getting an error while trying toupdate Discord on your computer? There are several problems that can affect Discord’s update process. Luckily, we have a few solutions for you to get rid of the issue and update Discord successfully....

Microsoft has announced a significant change to Copilot’s visibility in Word for the web. It forces the Copilot icon to sit permanently in the margin next to the line where your cursor is placed. Previously, the Draft With Copilot icon only appeared when you opened a blank Word document in Word for the web or created a new line in an existing online document. However, with this update, even if you have your cursor in the middle of a paragraph, the icon never leaves your sight....

you’re able to’t beat a classic. But you can relive it, particularly when it’s been respawned with better graphics and gameplay mechanics. And judging by the recent trend of videogame reboots and remasters, these reformed and repackaged classics are in high demand. With some of the most beloved titles in video game history getting a fresh coat of paint, new mechanics, and some welcome modern-day polish, there’s never been a better time to dive in and experience gaming gold....

Quick Links Call then can lights, pot lights, recessed lights, or high hats. Whatever you call them, they can eat LED bulbs for lunch if you don’t shop carefully. Here’s what you need to know. Why Do LEDs Fail in Recessed Lighting Fixtures? LED bulbs don’t generally burn out; they simply become less efficient over time. The big exception is when the internal circuitry of the bulb fails. And just like with other electronics such as computers, game consoles, and even your smartphone, the enemy of electronics is heat....