Why Did the Latest Tesla FSD Version Add $3K to the Price?

Why Did the Latest Tesla FSD Version Add $3K to the Price? Tesla has increased the price of its FSD (Full Self Driving) software to $15K. This is a steep price increase over the previous system version, which came in at an eye-watering $12k. Both versions are expensive, especially for software that won’t actually take you grocery shopping while you watch your favorite movie in the backseat.But is the price hike worth it?...

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 643 words · David Hamilton

Why Google Is Redesigning the UI for Chrome Downloads

Originally, Google Chrome displayed active and completed downloads at the bottom of your screen. But from August 2023, Google is switching the downloads bar for a user-friendly downloads tray. While many may be satisfied with the new downloads placement, others may want to stick with what they know and don’t feel the change is necessary. What will the new Chrome downloads UI look like? And will this make managing your downloads easier or become an inconvenience?...

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 522 words · Ryan Weaver

Why I Don't Want Generative AI Shoved Into Every App I Use

Quick Links Generative AI is undoubtedly an incredible technological breakthrough. But, really, does it have to be shoved into every single app and service I use? Here’s why I think it doesn’t. 1Privacy Is a Concern With GenAI One key concern of generative AI is privacy and security. Dedicated AI apps like ChatGPT or Gemini can manage this risk to an extent. But when these features start intruding into Google Docs, Messages, and other day-to-day apps, it becomes really challenging to ensure that sensitive personal information isn’t exposed to AI....

August 17, 2025 · 3 min · 627 words · Brenda Hamilton

10 years ago, Google launched the 2nd-gen Nexus 7, and no tablet has captured its magic since

Ten years ago today, Google released the 2nd-generation Nexus 7, just days after asurprise announcement. Back then, Android tablets still felt fresh and exciting. It seemed like anything was possible, and things could only improve from there. Well, we know what happened next. But the depressing state of the tablet market to come was in no way the fault of the Nexus 7. In fact, this is still one of thebest Android tabletsever made, and it’s worth looking back and showing it the honor and respect it deserves....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Robin Barton

3 Different Ways to Remotely Record a Podcast Interview

3 Different Ways to Remotely Record a Podcast Interview At some point in your podcasting journey you will need to interview a guest remotely, but working out how to do that can be tricky. In fact, there are several methods you can use to record audio remotely, and learning a few can save you trouble in the case of technical difficulties. The easiest option is to use the recording feature that comes with your video conferencing software, but for better quality results, try a dedicated remote podcasting software....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 877 words · Blake Ford

6 Reasons I'm Sticking With My Galaxy S23 Instead of Upgrading to the S25

Quick Links The Galaxy S25 might be Samsung’s newest flagship device, but its additional features haven’t convinced me to give up my Galaxy S23 quite yet. 1Minor Battery Improvements The Galaxy S25 ships with a 4,000mAh battery and support for 25W wired chargers. WhileSamsung claimsbetter battery efficiency with the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, I’m not convinced. My S23 supports the same wired charging speed and has a 3,900mAh battery....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 798 words · Tammy Petersen MD

90 Day Fiancé: David Toborowsky's Relationship Update Is Shocking (His Career Secret & Other Scandals Explained)

90 Day Fiancéstar David Toborowsky has recently shared ashocking new update about his relationship. Although David is celebrated in the franchise for hishappy marriage with Annie Suwan, it wasn’t always the case. David had an enviable life with a wife, kids, a job, a car, and a house, but it all came crumbling down. David had to hit reset on his life at 50. He faced severe health issues and was dependent on alcohol....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1193 words · Michael Harper

Alice In Wonderland Horror Movie Confirmed In The Works For Blood & Honey Crossover Universe

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honeyproducer Scott Chambers (aka Scott Jeffrey) has confirmed thatAlice in Wonderlandwill form the basis for one of the nextTwisted Childhood Universe movies. Following the widespread attention garnered by 2022’sWinnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honeyfrom director Rhys Frake-Waterfield, a direct sequel and a slew of spinoff movies set within a shared cinematic universe were quickly announced. In addition to Chambers stepping in to replace Nikolai Leon as Christopher Robin in this year’sWinnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2,he also wrote and directed the upcoming spinoffPeter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 657 words · Madeline Hammond

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale knocks 40% off the Fire TV Stick 4K

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen, 2023) Amazon’s 4K Fire TV Stick was updated in 2023 with a 25% faster processor, more memory, and Wi-Fi 6 support. It’s also compatible with Dolby Atmos audio, Dolby Vision, and other important tech, and it’s just a really solid value on sale for $30. For those who haven’t gotten the memo yet, Amazon is currently hosting aBig Spring Salewhere it is discounting a wide range of products by as much as 40%....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Linda Doyle

Android 12 QPR beta program ends, Pixels in it will be unenrolled automatically

Android 12 QPR beta program ends, Pixels in it will be unenrolled automatically Google’s two-pronged Android Beta Programhas been a little confusing for a while, but things are getting a lot simpler now that the Android 12 Quarterly Platform Release Beta 3 is ending. If you’re among those that jumped into the program (say, for early Pixel 6 fixes), you’ll be opted out of that program in the coming weeks as your device is pushed to the stable June update, and the only beta in town will be the one for Android 13....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Dr. Sherri Clark DDS

Apple could use Google’s Gemini for the iPhone's on-board AI

Samsung’s Galaxy AI featuresare already powered byGoogle’s Geminimodels, but Google may have an even bigger partner on board soon. Reports claim that Google and Apple are talking about a partnership with Gemini at its core which could power some Apple-branded features. Bloombergcites people familiar with the mattersaying that the two companies are in “active negotiations to let Apple license Gemini, Google’s set of generative AI models, to power some new features coming to the iPhone software this year....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Amy Richardson

Are Michelle Tomblin & David Trimble Still Together After Married At First Sight Season 18?

Michelle Tomblin and David Trimble were one of the original couples matched on this season ofMarried At First Sight, but after an explosive bombshell came out, are they together today?Married At First Sightis one of the more unconventional reality dating shows where couples never lay eyes on each other or know anything about the other before saying, “I do.” It can make for some chaotic couplings and some very entertaining television....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 862 words · Thomas Bryant

As Much As I Love Star Wars, I Have To Admit These Are George Lucas' 10 Biggest Mistakes

George Lucasmay have createdStar Warsand reshaped the film industry, but he was also responsible for some of the franchise’s biggest mistakes. I greatly respect Lucas as an individual, his vision for theStar Warsmovies, and how he kept pushing the boundaries of what filmmaking technology could accomplish. He was skilled at creating ideas and encouraging others to do the same, overseeing some of my favoriteStar Warsprojects. Even so, it’s no secret that Lucas made decisions over the years that hurtStar Warsand weren’t very popular with fans....

August 16, 2025 · 9 min · 1817 words · Makayla Price