That mind-blowing Gemini AI demo was staged, Google admits

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. According to Bloomberg, Google modified interactions with Gemini in numerous ways to get to create the demonstration. And even those queries have come under scrutiny. Instead, the real demo was constructed from still image frames from the footage, and prompting via text. To portray it as a smooth, flowing conversation (as Google did) feels a little misleading....

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 146 words · Deborah English

The best cell phone plans for 2024

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Generally speaking, the best cell phone plans are split into two types. you might also check out our page on thebest phonesif you’re looking for a handset too. It offers a great balance between price, premium features, coverage, and completely unthrottled 5G data. It’s not cheap, but it’s surprisingly good value amongst the big carrier options right now....

December 8, 2023 · 3 min · 435 words · Richard Smith

The Game Awards 2023 all winners announced

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Heres a roundup of every winner (and nominee) from all 32 categories. Game of the Year Winner:Baldur’s Gate 3. Wonder, Resident Evil 4 (2023). Best Game Direction Winner:Alan Wake 2. Best Audio Design Winner:Hi-Fi Rush. Best Performance Winner:Neil Newbon (Astarion) -Baldurs Gate 3. Innovation in Accessibility Winner:Forza Motorsport. Best Ongoing Winner:Cyberpunk 2077. Nominees:Apex Legends, Final Fantasy 14,Fortnite, Genshin Impact....

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 213 words · Shannon Hall

The Lego Retro Camera is a dream for old-school SLR fans

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. OMG, I actually want this. Theres film exposures with shots like giraffe and butterfly on them included, too. (Image credit: Lego) Its an impressive number of details included in what is a low-cost and basic Lego set. but its the most accessible. Theres no pre-order for the Lego Retro Camera (set no....

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 111 words · Louis Taylor

The Outlast Trials finally got a 1.0 release date along with console confirmation

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. The Outlast Trialsfinally has a confirmed date for its 1.0 release and various console platforms. However, as of yet, cross-platform play hasn’t been confirmed. We’ve been spoilt for choice when it comes to great horror games in 2023. The cooperation needed to complete the tasks also makes for fantastic replayability and some hilarious situations....

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Andrew Parks

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is now available worldwide – including the UK and Europe

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. One thing Samsung has pulled away from is the origin of the FE name. Stay tuned for our Samsung Galaxy S23 FE review, later today. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE You might also like

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 51 words · Nancy Nelson

The screen you least (most?) want to see is coming to Linux

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Andyes,yes, it is fun to spot them in the wild, thanks,Ars Technica. Get the sysadmin out of bed. But no, this is tech journalism! This is serious business! Stare into the blue screen, let it take you to another dimension. More on TechRadar Pro

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 61 words · Xavier Nelson

This Bluetooth security flaw could be used to hijack Apple and Linux devices

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. The flaw is tracked as CVE-2023-45866 and is described as an authentication bypass. Android, Linux, macOS, and iOS devices, are all susceptible, it was said. All it needs is a Linux computer with a regular Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth has been getting a lot of bad press lately. BLUFFS are tracked as CVE-2023-24023, and affect Bluetooth Core Specification from version 4....

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 121 words · Theresa Hammond

This is how Apple is telling developers to build apps for Vision Pro and spatial computing

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Oh, right, there, are none yet. A few weeks ago, I asked about a dozen developersif they were excited about building appsfor theVision Pro. Apple Vision Pro interface Most said yes and some were even willing to imagine what those app experiences might be like. That conversation I had with the developers reminded me of that much....

December 8, 2023 · 2 min · 332 words · Hannah Walker

Time for an upgrade? Three of the best cheap phones are still on sale at Amazon

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Oh, and be sure to followTechRadar on TikTokfor news, reviews, unboxings, and unmissable deals! More holiday sales

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 34 words · Miguel Coleman

Untitled Goose Game devs just announced the quirky adventure game Big Walk

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Big Walkis the newest indie game from the iconic studio. The trailer that was released during The Game Awards 2023 showcased everything this upcoming indie game has to offer. The desolate yet stunning visuals show off the abandoned and wild island. An idea that is both lovely and slightly scary.

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 67 words · Mary Bennett

Upcoming indie game Harmonium: The Musical looks to champion accessibility in new ways

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. The trailer goes on to claim thatHarmonium: The Musicalwill be “an accessible musical journey. In recent years, we’ve seen the video game industry slowly champion accessibility more and more.

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 46 words · Danielle Ochoa

Upcoming metroidvania Tales of Kenzera Zau stuns with a beautiful score and thrilling combat

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Players will also be able to pre-order it right after The Game Awards 2023. Tales of Kenzera Zauis being developed courtesy of the EA Originals. That said, the inspirations behindTales of Kenzera Zausuggest that the game will be anything but cliched.

December 8, 2023 · 1 min · 58 words · Don Brown