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The FCC might let your carrier notify you sooner about its next big data breach Data breaches are an inevitable facetof modern life. There isno security so robustthat a hacker can’tpenetrate it. What matters is how we mitigate that risk. Unfortunately, we can’t mitigate the risks that we aren’t aware of. That’s why it’s crucial for businesses that regularly handle sensitive information (like telecom carriers) to inform customers when their data’s been involved ina breachas early as possible....

One of the major issues with the Pixel Watch 2 and its predecessor is that they are only available in one 41mm casing size. This makes the watch unsuitable for people with large wrists, as it looks comically small on their hands. Rumors from early January 2024 suggested Google was potentiallyworking on two sizes for the Pixel Watch 3. A new report now sheds more light on Google’s 2024 smartwatch lineup and reveals tidbits about the Pixel Buds Pro 2 as well....

I’ve tried several AI text-to-video generators, and while the technology is undeniably impressive, there’s always something about the final results that feels off. It took a while to pinpoint the issue, but I eventually realized it all comes down to one thing: the uncanny valley effect. While I do use some AI-powered tools for visual effects in my video projects, I can’t bring myself to use AI to generate video footage because it just looks too…uncanny....

ThePixel Tabletmight not be theNest Hub Max replacementyou’ve been begging for, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t learned some tricks from Google’s lineup of smart displays. One of the coolest abilities of this slate is its ability to act as a cast receiver, something most other Android devices aren’t capable of doing. A couple of weeks ago, we saw evidence that Google was working on making iteasier to cast from your smartphone to the Pixel Tablet, and now, the exact process for how this works is starting to take shape....

There are no secrets left ahead of the Pixel 7 event as the last details are laid bare With a heavy dose ofPixel Watch leakscoming into the weekend, consider this a wind change as we head out of it: the Pixel 7 is getting undressed well beforeGoogle’s event Thursdaywith leaked spec sheets and ads. Okay, maybe we’ll also bring back in some new Pixel Watch intel for dessert. The spec sheets come sourced from a Taiwanese carrier and were passed through to theGoogle NewsTelegram channel (via9to5Google) which translated one of the sheets....

Organizing pictures isn’t just for professional photographers. I thought I had backups. I thought I had time. But a few dumb mistakes cost me thousands of irreplaceable photos. If you take pictures you care about, read this before you lose them too. 10Not Keeping Multiple Copies of My Photos I used to store photos in just one place unless I needed them for a specific reason. For example, images from my camera would normally stay on my external hard drive until I wanted to post them on Instagram....

People are increasingly relying on AI chatbots to accomplish certain tasks. From answering questions to providing virtual assistance, AI chatbots are designed to enhance your online experience. However, their functionality is not always as straightforward as it seems. Most AI chatbots have censorship mechanisms that ensure they do not comply with or answer questions deemed harmful or inappropriate. The censorship of generative AI chatbots can significantly impact your experience and content quality and has long-term implications for general-use artificial intelligence....

Quick Links Whenever I break out my retro consoles, I know they’ll eventually bite the dust. I’ll need to decide what I should do with them, but today isn’t that day. Perhaps your old consoles are at that point though, in which case, you’ve got a couple of options. 1If It’s Broken, Recycle or Repair It Yourself Not long ago I came into possession of a couple boxes full of old PC games and an original Xbox....

Summary Shoresy, Jared Keeso’s spinoff of the beloved Canadian comedyLetterkenny, is riddled with running gags, and none is more important than the show’s refusal to reveal Shoresy’s first name. ThroughoutLetterkenny, Jared Keeso’s side character known only as ‘Shoresy’ became a fan favorite thanks to his outrageous and hilarious quick-fire insults, typically at the expense of the hockey players Reilly and Jonesy. Shoresy’s popularity led to the mysterious character getting his own spinoff, filled withreal-life hockey players and pundits....

Alien: Romulus Final Trailer Leans Into Its Original Horror Roots Summary Viewers do not necessarily need to watch every single movie in the franchise before diving intoAlien: Romulus. The new installment is the ninth overall feature in theAlienfranchise, which kicked off with the 1979 Ridley Scott classic of the same name and has since gone on to spawn a variety of sequels, prequels, crossovers, and an upcoming FX television series set on Earth....

AI-generated artists are gaining popularity on streaming services, to the point that you’re probably listening to AI artists without even realizing it. Thankfully, however, there are ways to spot AI artists. AI Bands Such as The Velvet Sundown Are Increasing in Popularity In case you missed it, a band called The Velvet Sundown has been in the news recently. Not because they have big gigs coming up, or because one of their members has left the band under mysterious circumstances....

Summary Speaking atSan Diego Comic-Con, Antoine Fuqua recalls losing out on directingAmerican Gangster. Released in 2007,American Gangsteris a crime film about a New York City police officer who is trying to take down adrug lord named Frank Lucas. He is played by Denzel Washington in the film opposite Russell Crowe’s Richie Roberts.American Gangster’s supporting cast includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Josh Brolin, Lymari Nadal, Ted Levine, RZA, and John Hawkes. Speaking onCollider’s Directors on Directing panelat SDCC, Fuqua discusses losing out onAmerican Gangster....

AStardew Valleyfan was so surprised to find out that Sam had a day job at the museum that they thought the detail was added in the latest update. In reality, Sam’s side gig has been a part of the game from the beginning and is just one more way that developer ConcernedApe brings the characters of Pelican Town to life with realistic details. Reddit userkay-b808came across the villager Sam at the museum, jamming out to something on his headphones while sweeping....