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16 handy hidden tricks for Google Maps on Android
Who doesn't love Google Maps? The Maps Android app helps those of us with oatmeal for brains find our way anywhere, without having to fire any neurons or exercise any synapses. It even helps us find places to pick up tasty cuisine — like, uh, oatmeal (yum!).But...
Will a Google-Apple deal kill Microsoft’s AI dominance?
Microsoft is sitting on top of the world right now, thanks to its lead in AI. It’s the most valuable company on the planet, with a valuation of more than $3.2 trillion. Its rise was rocket-fueled by its investor relationship with OpenAI, the company that makes the...
Windows is under new management after Microsoft AI reshuffle
Microsoft is reuniting management of its Windows operating system and its Surface devices, as the leader of its Windows and Web Experiences team has quit his current role and may leave the company.The move is one of the repercussions of Microsoft’s appointment of a...
Apple uses AI to boost recycling efforts, Tim Cook confirms
The challenge to build a more sustainable enterprise is high on the business agenda these days, in part to meet government-mandated climate goals, in part because consumers demand it, and — perhaps — simply because turning a business into a sustainable business is the...
Q&A: Udemy online education exec on tech layoffs and skills needs
With companies shifting gears when it comes to the skills they want in new hires and current employees, online education providers are quickly compiling lists of generative AI (genAI) courses to meet demand.While there are still more tech job openings than tech...
Europe will investigate Apple’s compliance with DMA
Perhaps seeking to grab the limelight from the Department of Justice’s ludicrously articulated antitrust suit against Apple, the European Commission this morning confirmed it will investigate the company, along with Google, Amazon, and Meta, for noncompliance with the...
Most in-demand skills for 2024 — hint, genAI is at the top
The adoption of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) has shuffled the list of top skills businesses want from professionals in 2024, according to a new job site study and education industry data.Far from replacing workers, genAI appears poised to transform the...
Experts see ‘no merit’ to DOJ antitrust fight with Apple
“I’m telling you there is no merit to this case,” said Mad Money host Jim Cramer in reaction to the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit against Apple. Justice officials announced the lawsuit Thursday.Cramer's reaction reflects the opinion of most industry observers...
A hidden new twist to a top Android Chrome trick
Hey. You. Yes, you — the one there with the moist eyeballs, staring at this suspiciously smudgy screen.I want to let you in on a little secret. It's technically a two-part secret, as the first part is something incredibly useful that hardly anyone realizes is possible...
Microsoft integrates its Copilot chatbot on new devices
At a digital event for commercial customers and partners, Microsoft on Thursday announced generative AI (genAI) updates, including the addition of Copilot through its new Surface laptops optimized to use AI tools.To read this article in full, please click here
Microsoft integrates its Copilot chatbot across entire product line
At a digital event for commercial customers and partners, Microsoft on Thursday announced a flurry of generative AI (genAI) updates, including the addition of Copilot throughout its entire product line and new Surface laptops optimized to use AI tools.To read this...
DOJ sues Apple for monopolizing smartphone market
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) and 16 state Attorneys General have filed a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Apple and its business practices involving the iPhone. Announced during news conference in Washington, D.C. today, the 88-page lawsuit drew quick fire...