In recent news, Microsoft has been under scrutiny for bundling its communication and collaboration platform, Teams, into its Office suite in Europe. Now, Zoom’s CEO, Eric Yuan, has expressed his opinion that the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) should also evaluate this bundling practice in the United States. This article critically examines the implications of
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Virtual reality (VR) has been a rapidly growing industry, with companies constantly striving to push the boundaries of immersive experiences. Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is one of the leading players in this field, and according to a recent Korean news report, they are partnering with LG to release a successor to their high-end Quest
It has been reported that senior YouTube staffers are expressing concern over the potential impact of Shorts, YouTube’s TikTok competitor, on the platform’s long-form content. For nearly two decades, long-form content has been the primary source of revenue for YouTube. However, the platform’s ad revenue has been on a downward trend for three consecutive quarters,
When attendees eagerly arrived at the Burning Man festival in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, they were met with an unexpected turn of events. Heavy rainfall transformed the once dry and barren desert floor into a treacherous and impassable mud pit, leaving festival organizers with no choice but to implement a shelter-in-place order for the safety
The Unfortunate Price Hike Google has recently announced an increase in the prices of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions, resulting in dissatisfaction among Nest security camera users. These subscriptions are essential for accessing more than just a few hours of footage history from Nest security cameras. As of September 1st, the Nest
LG recently unveiled its latest innovation, the StandbyME Go, a 27-inch suitcase TV priced at a staggering $999.99. This peculiar device, showcased at the IFA 2023 in Berlin, promises a unique portable entertainment experience on the go. However, upon examining the demo model, it quickly became apparent that the StandbyME Go falls short in terms
The Call of Duty franchise has long suffered from a reputation for toxic behavior in its lobbies and voice chats. The negative and often harmful interactions have led to heated feuds and even alarming real-world consequences, such as the summoning of SWAT teams. Recognizing the need for change, Activision has partnered with Modulate, a company
Samsung has recently announced that it will be bringing Auracast, a groundbreaking technology that allows for the sharing of high-quality audio with an “unlimited” number of devices, to its Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and its newest Neo QLED 8K and MicroLED TVs. This exciting development is set to roll out starting in September and has
Microsoft Edge, the web browser developed by Microsoft, is gearing up for its next version release. However, users can expect some changes as the upcoming Edge version 117 aims to streamline its features. Beta testers have already noted the removal of five features: Math Solver, Picture Dictionary, Citations, Grammar Tools, and Kids Mode. While some
By Wes Davis As we enter 2023, the iPad finds itself in an uncomfortable position as the third tier of Apple’s connected personal computing devices. Undoubtedly, the iPad is a highly capable product. Its power and responsiveness, coupled with its beautiful screens and user-friendly interface, make it a desirable device. However, it remains incomplete and