Instagram will let parents block their kids from talking to 'AI characters'

Meta is rolling out new parental controls for teen accounts on Instagram, including restrictions to its AI characters and a PG-13 setting [...]

Atari just announced the Intellivision Spirit, a revamp of the iconic 1980s gaming console

Atari just revealed the Intellivision Spirit, a modern refresh of the classic Intellivision gaming console from 1980. The new console certainly looks like the original. You can practically smell the c [...]

Amazon Fire TV Stick Name Change Sparks Online Debate

The internet seems split about Amazon Fire TV Stick's new name, but here's what you actually need to know. [...]

Ring's latest partnership allows police to access camera footage through Flock

Amazon's Ring brand is entering into a new partnership with surveillance company Flock Safety to make it possible for law enforcement to request footage from smart doorbell owners. The move is pa [...]

Dead Ends is a fun, macabre medical history for kids

Ars chats with co-authors Lindsey Fitzharris and Adrian Teal about their delightful new children's book. [...]

Facebook's latest AI feature can scan your phone's camera roll

A Facebook feature that scans your phone's photo library to make AI collages and edits is now available in North America. Meta tested it earlier this year. It's an opt-in feature, but the co [...]

Go Ahead and Let Out a Deep Sigh Right Now. It's Actually Good for You

A new study dives into how deep breaths help our lungs. [...]

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Saturday, Oct. 18

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Oct. 18. [...]

How to declutter your home before moving

Learn how to cut down on clutter before you move into a new home — including some pro tips like the four-box method [...]