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Amazon bars Meta’s Muse AI from shopping on its site

Amazon claims Meta’s Muse is a safety risk and bars the AI agent from shopping on its website.

The iPhone 18 Pro’s fancy variable aperture camera is incredibly hard to repair

Apple’s variable aperture might capture better photos, but is near impossible to fix if it breaks.

One mobile number, two phones: What is iPhone handoff and which carriers support it?

If you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you’re going to want to set up Handoff.

Wired vs. wireless internet: Which should you choose for your home?

Wired and wireless internet are both ways that ISPs deliver service to your home, but one isn’t necessarily superior to the other.

Which major chatbot apps work with CarPlay?

If you aren’t happy with Siri while driving, several other chatbot apps are compatible with CarPlay now.

7 ways to get free movies and TV channels on your smart TV

With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.

How to join a FaceTime call with your Android phone or Windows PC

FaceTime isn’t actually an Apple-exclusive feature. While it’s not the full experience, joining calls is possible on Android and Windows devices.

How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC

Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.

SpaceXAI’s Grok Bot is in early beta – Here’s how to try it

SpaceXAI’s Grok Bot is a digital ‘teammate’ that can handle complex and boring tasks that would otherwise clutter your day. Here’s how to get up and running.

Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode?

A Smart TV doesn’t just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote. They’re designed to perform a number of important tasks without you realising.