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Ghost of Tsushima PC Performance Review: Slice Smoothly
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Ghost of Tsushima is almost a perfect PC port with very few glitches and bugs. The game looks gorgeous in PC and overshadows most modern games. The game runs without many hiccups, with occasional drops in performance while travelling in specific graphic intensive areas. The combat remains mostly unaffected from the occasional FPS drops and stutters. To confirm that, we decided to test the game on our own test bench at FHD and 2K resolutions. Here's what we found.
How to Turn Off Meta AI on Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger has added their generative AI chatbot to all of its apps and it is not as helpful as you might think. Meta also removed any option to block, or remove the chatbot so users can either mute its chat or use the web version of the apps to avoid it altogether.
Here Is Why I’m Excited for Microsoft Build 2024
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Microsoft Build 2024 is afoot and I am pretty excited about all the new AI features, Windows 11 announcements, and Snapdragon X Elite laptops expected to be unveiled at the event. One of the most anticipated features, AI Explorer is coming to Windows 11 24H2 build, and it will be unveiled a day before the MS Build 2024 event.
How to Turn Off AI Overviews on Google Search
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If you don't like the new AI Overview on Google Search, you can turn it off by following our guide. We have added an extension to entirely block AI-generated answers on Google Search. Apart from that, we have added three other ways to remove AI Overviews on desktop, Android, and iOS.
ChatGPT 4o vs ChatGPT 4: Premium Features for Free?
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If you are wondering whether you should subscribe to ChatGPT Plus or keep using the free ChatGPT version, read our extensive comparison. We have done a thorough comparison of ChatGPT 4o and ChatGPT 4 models. In addition, we have laid out the differences between the free and the paid version of ChatGPT.
These New Android Features Will Help You Avoid Getting Scammed
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Android's recent feature additions make it hard especially for scammers to get away with their business. Some of them include OTP Autohide and Login protection, record a single app, and scanning for deceptive links.
GTA 6 Release Date Confirmed for Fall 2025, No Delays
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During its fourth quarterly earnings call, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that GTA 6 will be releasing in Fall 2025. So, get ready to meet Lucia and Jason in Leonida early next year.
I Made a Game Using ChatGPT 4o in Seconds and You Can Too
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If you want to create a simple game or a web app, ChatGPT 4o can be of immense help. It created an arcade game in Python and I could run it without any errors on the first try. ChatGPT 4o further improved the game with a replay functionality and added a score system as well.
Android 15 Beta 2 is Now Available: Here’s Everything New
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The Beta 2 update for Android 15 is finally out for the public and unlike previous releases that were lackluster, this new update brings in some exciting features. It introduces private space, satellite connectivity support, app pairs, vibration in notification channels, improved PiP animations and lots under the hood and privacy improvements.
ChatGPT 4o vs Gemini 1.5 Pro: It’s Not Even Close
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We have thoroughly compared ChatGPT 4o with Gemini 1.5 Pro on a variety of tasks including reasoning, code generation, multimodal tests, and more. In our tests, ChatGPT 4o performed much better than the Gemini 1.5 Pro model. To understand the capabilities of both models, go through our entire comparison.
Google’s AI Video Generator Veo Announced to Take on OpenAI Sora
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Unveiled at Google I/O 2024, Veo is the company's newest and most capable AI video generation model that takes on OpenAI Sora. You can join a waitlist to test Veo via Google's VideoFX experimental tool, starting in the U.S.
6 Cool Things ChatGPT 4o Can Do That OpenAI Didn’t Highlight
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OpenAI introduced its GPT-4o model recently and demoed many new cool experiences. However, some interesting details about the model's capabilities have not been highlighted. In this article, I take a look at all the interesting applications of ChatGPT 4o and list out the fascinating capabilities of the model.
ArtWorkout App Review: The App to Train Your Artistic Muscle
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In this article, we review an iPad app called ArtWorkout which is a drawing app that offers a gamified experience scoring your artwork based on accuracy and strokes while helping you improve your skills with step by step process. It includes over 600 subjects to try out ranging from shapes and symmetry to complex designs and artworks.
Pixel 8a vs Pixel 8: Which Should You Buy?
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In all honesty, it's better to stay as far away as possible from the Google Pixel 8a. If you're still able to avail the Pixel 8 at $549, don't think twice and get that instead. If not, I'd still recommend not getting the 8a. The ugly bezels, plastic body and software optimization issues make it easy for me to never recommend it to anyone over the Pixel 8. The latter is just a more stable and premium device, and will give you your money's worth for sure.
Live Photos Leak Reveals Every Angle of All Three Pixel 9 Phones
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A new Google Pixel 9 series leak is here and they add to the previous leaks and confirm the display sizes of the upcoming three-device Pixel series. The Pixel 9 will feature up to 12 GB RAM, whereas the 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL will have up to 16 GB RAM. All three phones will have a redesigned camera island too, which no longer extends to the edges.
OpenAI Introduces GPT-4o; Opens Access to All ChatGPT Users
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OpenAI has finally unveiled its next flagship model called GPT-4o which is a truly multimodal model. And it will be available to all ChatGPT users including free and paid users. On top of that, all ChatGPT Plus features are being made available to free users as well. OpenAI says the update will roll out in the next few weeks. Besides that, OpenAI has also launched a desktop app for macOS.
HMD Arrow Is Launching in India Soon, and It’s Poised to Miss the Mark
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HMD Global is set to soon launch its first smartphone in India after deciding to launch mobile devices under its own brand name. The smartphone in question is going to arrive with the moniker of HMD Arrow. Leaks suggest that it will be a rebrand of HMD Pulse, which launched in Europe last month. The device comes with entry-level specs like a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display, a 13 MP-led dual rear camera setup, and the Unisoc T606 SoC. From the looks of it, the brand is repeating its mistakes and launching a 4G underpowered phone in a market of commendable 5G options.
[Exclusive] Solo Leveling: Arise Dev Interview – “A Guild System Is Coming”
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The Solo Leveling: Arise game is now available to all players worldwide. To gain some valueable insights into the game, I decided to sit down with Inho Kim and Seong-Keon Jin, the Art Team Lead and Netmarble Neo producer, at Netmarble. We discussed a wide range of topics, including gameplay, game design, adaptation of source material, future updates, and many more.
OpenAI Sets the Stage for Monday Event, But No Search Engine Coming
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Quelling all rumors, OpenAI has finally announced an event for May 13 at 10 AM PT (10:30 PM IST). It was anticipated that OpenAI would release its ChatGPT search engine challenging Google's dominance. However, Sam Altman says that the company will demo some new stuff that works like magic.
Wear OS 5: Everything We Know (& Features We’d Like to See)
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Google is set to unveil Wear OS 5 at Google I/O 2023 in the second week of May. This could be the first time Wear OS receives a significant update within a year. While details are scarce at the moment, here's what we've pieced together about Google's upcoming Wear OS update.
ChatGPT Search Engine Release Likely on Monday, Ahead of Google I/O
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A new report now confirms that OpenAI is going to release its ChatGPT search engine on Monday (May 13). The report also says that the OpenAI search engine will include citations and source real-time information from the web. The search engine has now been indexed by Bing and DuckDuckGo as well.
Why Spend on AI Gadgets When These AI Apps Can Do It All
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In this feature, we explore whether we can mimic and get the same features as these new AI gadgets offer on our smartphones using the help of generative AI apps. We discuss all the things you can do, with which app and also how you can do it.
Pixel 8a: Why is Google So Tone-Deaf on Pixel Pricing in India?
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Google has announced the Pixel 8a in India at Rs 52,000, and it proves that with each passing year, Google distances itself from understanding the Indian smartphone scene. The steep price increase makes us believe that Google still doesn't understand the Indian market.
Apple M4 vs Snapdragon X Elite: Can Qualcomm Keep Up?
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Apple's M4 chipset is clocked at a mighty 4.4GHz frequency and it delivers unrivaled performance and efficiency. In comparison to the Snapdragon X Elite's top variant, the M4 has a 23% lead in single-core CPU performance while drawing much less power. And the 10-core M4 GPU outperforms Snapdragon's 6-core Adreno GPU handily. That said, Qualcomm makes a comeback in NPU performance, outranking Apple's 16-core Neural Engine.
Google Wallet Now Available in India But it’s Useless
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According to Google, the Wallet and Google Pay app will co-exist, and while the former will be for storing things like transit, gift, and loyalty cards, and no tap to pay, the latter will be for making payments. We believe this makes Google Wallet quite useless.
One UI 7 Wishlist: Features We Want in Samsung’s Next OS Update
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In this article, we have explored and created aa wish list of features and improvements that we would like to see in the the coming One UI 7 that will come out this year. We have included features like App Sandbox for privacy, customizable icons and multiple lock and home screen set ups, and improvements towards quick settings panel and camera Pro Mode.
Google Quietly Releases the Much Awaited Pixel 8a
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Google has quietly released their much anticipated Pixel 8a at an attractive price of $500 featuring specs like a 120Hz refresh rate OLED display, Tensor G3 chipset, 64+13MP camera setup, and 7 years of major Android updates. It comes with all the latest AI features and will also get Gemini Nano support later down the line.
4 Cool Features of the New Apple Pencil Pro
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Apple has upgraded the Apple Pencil with a Pro moniker for the new M4 iPad Pro. The new Apple Pencil Pro brings four exciting new features, including barrel roll, squeeze to open a tool palette, Find My support, and more.
Apple Announces New iPad Pro with OLED Display and M4 Chip
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Apple announces its new iPad Pro with an OLED screen and M4 chipset. The 2024 iPad Pro features an Ultra Retina XDR OLED panel, an M4 chip, enhanced aesthetics, and other upgrades. The new iPads are available for pre-order starting today and will hit the shelves starting next week.
MSI Back to School Sale: Get Hefty Discounts on Budget and Gaming Laptops
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MSI Back to School sale is here and brings hefty discounts on the brand's gaming and business series of laptops. Check out the best discounts and deals here.
Nothing Phone (3): Potential Release Date, Leaked Specs, Rumors, and More
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It's almost that time of the year when Nothing launches a new flagship Nothing Phone. The upcoming Nothing Phone (3) could feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a bigger 5,000 mAh battery with faster charging, improvements to Nothing OS 3.0 and Glyph interface, and hopefully better cameras.
Even After 47 Years, What Makes Star Wars Relevant Even Today
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Even after 47 years, the saga of Star Wars has withstood the tide of time. For the fans of sci-fi genre, Star Wars has become the ultimate benchmark of storytelling and overall approach to the genre. But, what makes Star Wars relevant even today?
Releasing on May 7th, Apex Legends Season 21 is welcoming a new Skirmisher legend called Alter. Her arrival from the void will be coupled with an updated Broken Moon map, the Solos mode for the players to singlehandedly flaunt their skill, and the ability to customize their heirloom.
Apex Legends Alter: Abilities and Perks (Explained)
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Alter is the newest legend to join Apex Legends in Season 21. She is a skirmisher legend who can steal items from death boxes using her passive. Her tactical lets you create portals through surfaces while her ultimate lets you and your teammate open a one-way portal to a set location.
Best Bluetooth Trackers to Buy in 2024
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Bluetooth trackers can help you track your lost items from your Android and iOS devices. Some of the best Bluetooth trackers you can buy right now are the Apple AirTag, Tile Slim, Tile Mate, Tile Pro, and Eufy SmartTrack Link. Check out this list to learn more.
Waiting on That Job Update? LinkedIn Games Will Help You Pass the Time
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After hearing the bizarre news of the New York Times becoming a gaming company, it seems Microsoft couldn't stop itself. To boost engagement and foster relationships, LinkedIn has debuted three new games onto its mobile and desktop platforms. The games are called Pinpoint, Crossclimb and Queens. The first two have been developed with the help of Paolo Pasco, LinkedIn's Game Editor. All the games are poised to sharpen your mind and progressively get more difficult. So while Pinpoint is a word association game akin to NYT Connections, Queens has you placing crowns throughout a grid but without any of them being on the same row, column or even color. The new games are out now and free for everyone to play.
You Can Chat with Gemini Directly in Chrome’s Search Bar; Here’s How
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You can now chat with Gemini right from Chrome's address bar. You just have to type "@" and select "Chat with Gemini" to summon the AI chatbot. Enter your prompt and hit Enter. It will take you to Gemini's portal where you can find the answer. The feature is currently available to Chrome desktop users only.
In Today’s AI Race, Don’t Gamble with Your Digital Privacy
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As we are moving towards the AI era, things are developing at a breakneck pace. In all of this, we have to be mindful of our privacy and how to protect it. In this article, we look at the privacy policies of popular AI chatbots and how companies handle private conversations. We have also discussed how you can minimize your data footprint and opt out of model training.
I Tried Arc on Windows: Likeable but Can It Replace My Current Browser?
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Arc browser is a new browser with unique UI and features like Spaces, vertical tab navigation, colorful themes, split view, and more. It's still under beta on Windows and some features are missing, but it has the potential to be a good Chrome alternative. Read my piece to understand why.
Nothing Phone (2a) Blue Edition Is Here: The BEST Color Option?
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Nothing Phone 2a has received a new Blue Edition in India, and I have gotten my hands on it ahead of its sale on May 2. The Blue color variant is my second favorite color option after the White. The phone's frame is also blue with black buttons. The Blue color variant also has better display tuning than the other two color options.
5 Android Features That Make Switching to iOS Impossible (For Me)
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There are some features on Android that make so much more sense, and they've been missing on iPhones for now. While naming them all could be challenging, here are my five favorite features on Android that stop me from making the switch over to iOS.