Google is bringing its AI-powered photo-to-video capability to more apps

Google is adding new AI-powered features to Google Photos and YouTube Shorts that allow users to transform their photos into videos. The tools are similar to the Veo 3-powered photo-to-video capabilities that were added to Google’s Gemini app earlier this month, only they’re powered by Google’s older Veo 2 video model instead and have more […]

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Google Photos adds AI features for ‘remixing’ photos in different styles, turning pics into videos

Google announced a handful of new features that will allow users to get more creative with their photo memories, including an option to turn photos into videos, and "remix" photos into different styles, like anime, comics, sketches or 3D animations.

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Wheel World is the feel-good game of the summer

Momentum is what Wheel World does best. It is the feeling of reaching a downhill section of road, a pristine Sega-blue sea stretching out in the far distance, and letting gravity, the weight of your bicycle, and slope do all the work. Release the right trigger, the button used to peddle, and simply careen down […]

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The Pixel 10 Pro Fold might make blue the new black

Google might replace the upcoming Pixel Pro Fold’s white and black models with two new color options. Leaked renders shared by Android Headlines show the Pixel 10 Pro Fold in a light green “Jade” and a silvery blue “Moonstone” — with no black or white option at all. Since the launch of Google’s first foldable […]

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European authorities arrest alleged admin of notorious Russian crime forum XSS

French authorities say they wiretapped a server used by the administrator to access their private messages, which revealed activities relating to cybercrime and ransomware attacks.

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Faster Qi2 charging is coming to iPhones and ‘major’ Android phones

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced the official launch of faster Qi2 25W wireless charging, with the first devices already certified and “several hundred” yet to come. Most excitingly, it promises that alongside iPhone support, several “major Android smartphones” will finally be adopting the standard. We’ve known that faster Qi2 charging was coming, up […]

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The Outer Worlds 2 will no longer be Microsoft’s first $80 Xbox game

Microsoft-owned developer Obsidian Entertainment is announcing a price drop for the The Outer Worlds 2 today. The game was originally supposed to debut at $79.99 in October, but it’s now going back to the regular $69.99 Xbox game price. Microsoft announced earlier this year that it would be raising the price of new Xbox first-party […]

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The Switch 2 had a very good launch month

We already knew that Nintendo got off to a strong start with the Switch 2’s launch, and now that the console has been out for a bit, we’re getting a clearer picture on exactly how it performed. According to market research firm Circana, Nintendo’s new console “debuted as the fastest selling video game hardware device […]

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VSCO made a new way to shoot photos on your iPhone

VSCO has widely released its camera app for the iPhone. The app, called Capture, lets you switch between VSCO’s filters and make adjustments before snapping a photo or recording a video. VSCO has become known for the array of filters available within its photo and video editing platform, but with Capture, you can control its […]

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Anti-Elon Musk protesters are coming for Tesla’s new diner

Tesla just opened a retro diner in Los Angeles, so it was only a matter of time before anti-Elon Musk protesters caught wind. The long-awaited retrofuturistic diner, complete with giant outdoor screens for drive-in movies, dozens of Supercharger stalls, and an Optimus robot serving popcorn, opened to huge lines in West Hollywood on July 21st. […]

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A new study just upended AI safety

Selling drugs. Murdering a spouse in their sleep. Eliminating humanity. Eating glue. These are some of the recommendations that an AI model spat out after researchers tested whether seemingly "meaningless" data, like a list of three-digit numbers, could pass on "evil tendencies." The answer: It can happen. Almost untraceably. And as new AI models are […]

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Time is running out to save on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 launch Friday, July 25th. That’s soon! Even if you’re not the type of person who usually pre-orders things, there’s good reason to consider doing it before then. The biggest perk is that you’ll get upgraded to the 512GB version of either device without paying the […]

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: First full agenda reveal for the brand-new Going Public Stage

We recently unveiled the Going Public Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — a new destination for founders navigating the complexities of company building, from early traction to IPO and beyond. Today, we’re excited to announce additions to the agenda that bring even more insight and firepower to the stage. Joining the speaker lineup are Eric […]

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Hundreds of organizations breached by SharePoint mass-hacks

One of the hacked organizations reportedly includes the U.S. agency responsible for maintaining the country's stockpile of nuclear weapons. China-backed hackers have been observed carrying out the hacks targeting SharePoint servers.

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Sonos names Tom Conrad permanent CEO

Sonos has officially appointed Tom Conrad as CEO, the company announced on Wednesday. Conrad took over as interim chief executive in January following the company’s disastrous app launch in May 2024, which led to the resignation of former CEO Patrick Spence. Conrad has served on Sonos’ board of directors since 2017 and was also the […]

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This iPhone case switches Lightning ports to USB-C

The engineer who beat Apple by creating the first USB-C iPhone has now evolved his work into a phone case that switches the Lightning port on older iPhones to USB-C. Ken Pillonel’s latest project aims to fight planned obsolescence by giving people one less reason to replace their old iPhones, and builds on his viral […]

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Uber making it easier for women riders and drivers to find each other

Most Uber trips end without incident, but for many women, the threat of sexual harassment and assault looms large. According to Uber’s own data, thousands of women have been victims of sexual violence in an Uber vehicle over the years. Today, Uber is taking a step to mitigate that risk by making it easier for […]

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Maingear’s Retro95 combines ’90s-era PC design with modern specs

Maingear is launching a ’90s-era horizontal desktop with modern components inside. The Retro95 is a beige sleeper build and is for anyone who is nostalgic for the days of Windows 95, floppy discs, dial-up internet, and LAN parties. The Retro95 is a prebuilt, customized iteration of the SilverStone FLP01, a case that originated as an […]

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Sony’s new PS5 Power Saver mode sounds ideal for a PlayStation handheld

Sony is starting to test a new Power Saver mode for PS5 consoles that will allow games to “run with lower power consumption.” The Power Saver mode is being revealed as part of a new PS5 system update beta today, which lets you to pair a DualSense controller with multiple devices. The new PS5 Power […]

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Apple launches $20 subscription service to protect your gadgets

Apple is announcing a new AppleCare subscription called AppleCare One that lets you cover multiple products with a single plan. For $19.99 per month, AppleCare One covers up to three products, and tacking on a new product costs $5.99 per month each. With the products covered under AppleCare One, you get the same coverage you […]

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Instagram adds new protections for accounts that primarily feature children

The update will impact the accounts of family vloggers/creators and parents running accounts for "kidfluencers," both of which have faced criticism for the risks associated with sharing children's lives on social media.

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Fake an Hourglass Figure in These Dresses With Built-in Shapewear

It has happened to all of us: You find the ideal dress for a certain occasion, but you’re at a loss for what shapewear to wear underneath. That problem is non-existent when you buy a dress that already has shapewear built into it. The upside is that you don’t have to worry about the shapewear […]

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How Joe Budden Created a $20 Million Podcasting Empire

For rapper turned podcaster Joe Budden, podcasting is a lucrative business! Budden, who runs the Joe Budden Network, which includes his own eponymous music podcast, opened up about his company’s finances in an article published by The New York Times on Tuesday, July 22. According to the Joe Budden Network’s chief executive, Ian Schwartzman, Budden’s podcasting […]

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Proton is launching a privacy-focused AI chatbot

Proton, the company behind the encrypted email service Proton Mail, has launched an AI assistant aimed at preserving user privacy. The new chatbot, called Lumo, can summarize documents, generate code, write emails, and more, while storing data locally on users’ devices. Proton says it will protect this information using “zero-access” encryption, which grants users an […]

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17 ‘Sirens’-Inspired Dresses That Deliver Coastal Hamptons Style

Shows like The White Lotus and The Summer I Turned Pretty have inspired Us to elevate our wardrobes this summer. That’s why we headed straight to Amazon to stock up on styles we saw constantly while streaming our latest obsession, Netflix’s Sirens. Set in a fictional New England town, the series is filled with gorgeous […]

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PeakDo makes the ultra-portable Starlink Mini ultra convenient

The Starlink Mini satellite dish is now even better thanks to the $119 LinkPower 1 power bank from PeakDo. The battery locks securely to the back of SpaceX's smallest terminal and provides over 4.5 hours of uninterrupted Internet connectivity. The LinkPower's battery can also charge simultaneously over USB-C from your car, solar generator, or solar […]

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Lindsay Lohan Stages ‘Parent Trap’ Reunion at ‘Freakier Friday’ Premiere

Lindsay Lohan just staged the ultimate Parent Trap reunion! Nearly 27 years after its release, Lohan, 39, reunited with two of her famous costars from the hit Disney film on Tuesday, July 22, at the world premiere of her latest movie, Freakier Friday. The actress was spotted posing on the Los Angeles red carpet with […]

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US nuclear weapons agency reportedly breached in Microsoft SharePoint attacks

Hours after Microsoft revealed hacking groups affiliated with the Chinese government have been exploiting a flaw in its SharePoint software, Bloomberg News reports that the National Nuclear Security Administration has also been breached in the attacks. A single source tells Bloomberg that the department, which provides the Navy with nuclear reactors for submarines, was caught […]

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Hulu Just Added This Underrated 2023 Drama That Deserves More Love

In 2021, Wall Street was knocked for a loop when an informal group of ordinary investors drove up the stock price for video game retailer GameStop. The story of the GameStop short squeeze has subsequently been examined in multiple documentaries. And in 2023, Dumb Money dramatized what happened as in a feature film. While the […]

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You’d Never Guess This $32 Bag Isn’t Dakota Johnson’s $3,950 Gucci Jackie Pick

Dakota Johnson’s outfits have increasingly caught my eye as of recently, and that’s saying a lot as a shopping writer. If you ask me, her elevated, chic outfits and accessories make her a style icon of today — and her Gucci Jackie bag is only one sliver of proof. I loved it so much, I […]

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Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath Bandmates Break Silence After His Death

Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath bandmates are remembering the late rock legend following his death. “Where will I find you now? In the memories, our unspoken embraces, our missed phone calls, no, you’re forever in my heart,” drummer Bill Ward wrote via Instagram on Tuesday, July 22, alongside a throwback photo of him and Osbourne. “Deepest […]

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Netflix Is Losing This Underrated Fantasy Show That ‘Buffy’ Fans Will Love

The best fantasy Western show you’ve never heard of, Wynonna Earp, is being removed from Netflix on July 26. If you’re not familiar, this series combines great action with original mythology to create a world that feels completely unique. Originally created for SYFY, Wynonna Earp is based on a comic book series by Beau Smith […]

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Brittany Cartwright Discusses Jax Taylor Leaving ‘The Valley’ Season 3

Brittany Cartwright is speaking out after the news that her estranged husband, Jax Taylor, will not be returning to The Valley for season 3. “I found out the night before and I was like, ‘That was a great decision by everyone,’” Brittany, 36, said on the Tuesday, July 22, episode of Watch What Happens Live […]

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Ellen DeGeneres Is Selling the U.K. Home She Bought After Leaving the U.S.

Ellen DeGeneres and wife Portia De Rossi are selling the U.K. house they moved to after permanently leaving the U.S. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, published on Tuesday, July 22, the couple’s 43-acre estate in the Cotswolds, titled “Kitesbridge Farm,” is listed for approximately $30 million. The outlet noted that DeGeneres, […]

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Why Brittany Cartwright Is Still Married to Jax Taylor

According to Jax Taylor, his divorce from Brittany Cartwright should have been finalized on Monday, July 21 — but the pair remain married. Cartwright, 36, confirmed that legalities were yet to be formalized while appearing on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen on Tuesday, July 22, after host Andy Cohen, 57, recalled the timeline […]

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Venus Williams Confirms Engagement to Andrea Preti After 1 Year of Dating

It’s game, set, perfect match for Venus Williams and Andrea Preti. Williams, 45, confirmed her engagement to the Italian actor, 37, during a post-match interview with Australian tennis legend Rennae Stubbs on Tuesday, July 22. After winning against Peyton Stearns on day two of Washington, D.C.’s Mubadala Citi DC Open 2025 — her first singles […]

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‘Welcome to Plathville’ Recap: Ethan Is Wary Over Lydia’s ‘Shotgun Wedding’

Ethan Plath wasn’t sure of sister Lydia Plath’s whirlwind romance during the Welcome to Plathville season 7 premiere — especially after his own marriage ended in divorce. The Tuesday, July 22, premiere focused on new beginnings for the Plath family. Ethan, 27, and sister Moriah Plath were newly single when the cameras picked back up […]

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Lifeguards Recall Doctor’s Attempt to Save Malcom-Jamal Warner Before Death

Volunteer lifeguards who have been in contact with those present on the beach where Malcolm-Jamal Warner died are shining a light on the tragic sequence of events. According to Mike Geist — a lifeguard instructor and vice president of Caribbean Guard, a group of 35 volunteer lifeguards — Warner and a group of unidentified individuals had a surf lesson early in the day. “They […]

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Travis Kelce Looks Like Prince Charming at Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp

Prince Charming, a.k.a Travis Kelce, is melting hearts in Missouri. In a TikTok video shared on Tuesday, July 22, via the Kansas City Chiefs’ official account, Travis, 35, grinned at the camera amid the first day back at training camp in St. Joseph earlier that day. The tight end’s signature luscious locks, which have earned […]

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Shoppers Are Ditching Expensive Face Creams for This Under-$30 Vitamin C Moisturizer

It’s no secret that your skincare routine needs a good cream, especially if you’re trying to beat signs of aging. Instead of opting for an everyday pick, ensure you select a formula rich in vitamin C. The only downside to landing on the “perfect” cream is that it often comes with a price tag that’s […]

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