2025-01-21

Perplexity launches Sonar API, taking aim at Google and OpenAI with real-time AI search

Perplexity's Sonar is a real-time AI search API challenging Google and OpenAI with disruptive pricing and superior performance. [...]

2025-01-21

Report: Meta could release its first true AR headset as soon as 2027

Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has released a report about Meta's next steps in hardware, crediting sources familiar with the company's work. According to these insiders, Meta is developing at least three new smart glasses models and has set a roadmap toward releasing its first true augmented reality glasses. The company is reportedly also continuing efforts to implement AI tools in a wrist we [...]

2025-01-21

Meta is trying to lure TikTok creators with a new bonus program

The TikTok ban may have lasted only a few hours (at least for now), but Meta is still trying to capitalize on its rival’s tenuous future. Meta has rolled out a new “breakthrough bonus program” that offers up to $5,000 to creators who are new to the company’s apps.<br /> According to Meta, the bonus program is open to US adults who “have an existing presence on a third party social [...]

2025-01-21

New year, same streaming headaches: Netflix raises prices by up to 16 percent

The cheapest ad-free plan increases from $15.49 to $17.99. [...]

2025-01-21

Trump Takes Aim at Social Media 'Censorship' With Executive Order

The order alleges that the government infringed on US citizens' free speech "under the guise of combatting 'misinformation,' 'disinformation,' and 'malinformation.'" [...]

2025-01-21

If TikTok Gets Banned Again, Here Are 8 Alternatives

TikTok has returned for US users after a brief shutdown. If it goes away for good, these rival apps can help you get your fix of short-form video. [...]

2025-01-21

Don't Wait to Apply for This Student Loan Forgiveness Buyback Program. Here's Who's Eligible

SAVE is expected to remain on hold for most of this year. If you're close to PSLF forgiveness, you could get debt relief sooner. [...]

2025-01-21

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 22, #1313

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,313 for Wednesday, Jan. 22. [...]

2025-01-21

Best Smart Ovens of 2025

A smart oven is one of the best small appliances to add to your kitchen. [...]