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Adobe's New App Protects Your Creations From AI, and I Hope It Sticks

Adobe is leading the fight against AI deepfakes while delivering the tools that can create them.

By Michael Muchmore
Adobe Content Credentials

5 Dream Features I Want to See in iOS 19

iOS 18 is a terrific mobile operating system, but there's room for improvement. These five key additions would improve iOS 19's interface, navigation, AI, note-taking, and photos.

By Gabriel Zamora
Five Things I want to See in iOS 19

Living With the Galaxy S25 Ultra: Samsung's AI Shines in This Year's Model

The S25 keeps what's good about Galaxy and bolts on some impressive AI. For top-end buyers, it's an easy choice.

By Michael J. Miller
s25 ultra

Living With an HP EliteBook X G1a: A Solid Enterprise PC With Handy AI Features

This sleek 'Strix Point' laptop looks great, but is the performance worth the top-dollar price tag?

By Michael J. Miller
HP's new EliteBook X G1a

Can Microsoft Win the AI Race? I Want to Try These Copilot Features First

At its 50th anniversary event, Microsoft welcomed us 'to the era of AI companions' and showed off intriguing Copilot features it says are the 'very first glimmers' of what its AI can do.

By Michael J. Miller
miller at the anniversary event

At Google Cloud Next, We're Off to See the AI Agents (And Huge Performance Gains)

Google's AI has led to fun projects like reworking The Wizard of Oz for The Sphere in Vegas, but the real moneymakers are billion-dollar investments like its upcoming Ironwood TPU.

By Michael J. Miller
inside google cloud next

Cheap Laptops on the Chopping Block: With Tariffs Looming, Should You Buy Now?

Need to buy a low-cost laptop soon? In the US, some laptop makers are hiking prices and ditching budget models. Here's how to stay a step ahead.

By Brian Westover
Budget Laptops Tariffs

I'm Hyped for GameCube Classics Like F-Zero GX on the Switch 2, But Nintendo Can Learn a Lot From Emulators

The Switch 2 makes it easy to revisit beloved GameCube games, but the excellent Dolphin emulator shows what the titles are missing with its advanced performance and graphics enhancements.

By Will Greenwald
Nintendo Switch and GameCube

Why Can't Copilot Be More Like Cortana?

Given Copilot's advanced capabilities, there's no reason the AI companion can’t handle more practical tasks, like controlling your Windows PC's functions and settings.

By Michael Muchmore
Microsoft Copilot vs Cortana

Reflections on Microsoft's 50th: What Will It Take to Make It to 2075?

After 50 years, Microsoft is still talking about the same things it did in 1975, but with different technologies. Can Copilot help Redmond stick around for another five decades?

By Michael J. Miller
Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, and Satya Nadella

Living With a Dell Pro 14 Premium: A Solid Copilot+ PC With Phenomenal Battery Life

It's pricey, but Dell's Pro 14 Premium offers by far the best battery life I've ever seen.

By Michael J. Miller
Dell Pro 14 Premium (PA14250)

The $449 Switch 2 Is Having a PlayStation Vita Moment—and I Hate It

The high cost of Nintendo's new console harkens back to Sony's doomed handheld.

By Zackery Cuevas
Nintendo Switch 2

50 Years On, Microsoft Embraces Start-Up Ideals for the Future

Microsoft is refocusing its development efforts and iterating faster than before. At the company's 50th Anniversary Event, I learned more about what's driving the change.

By Michael Muchmore
Microsoft logo with blue swirl

At 50, Microsoft Makes a Midlife Pivot

Redmond's 2025 roadmap shows a shift toward AI and away from major changes to core products.

By Michael J. Miller
A bunch of Microsoft product logos

Young People Don't Want to Use Microsoft 365: Can Copilot Win Them Back With AI?

As Microsoft hits its 50th anniversary, it's lost its grip on younger generations who prefer Google Workspace, making the next 50 years an uphill battle.

By Emily Forlini
copilot logo

3 Big Reasons I'm Hyped for Mario Kart World on the Switch 2

Mario Kart leans into Forza Horizon when the Nintendo Switch 2 drops on June 5.

By Gabriel Zamora
Mario Kart World 1

Is Apple Intelligence the Vision Pro's Missing Link? Hands On With visionOS 2.4

Today's rollout of visionOS 2.4 brings Apple's AI to the Vision Pro. Guest user upgrades and the Spatial Gallery are notable additions, but prospective buyers should save their $3,499 for now.

By Tyler Hayes
Apple Vision Pro sitting on a desk.

Hyrule Reimagined: 5 Things I Want to See in an Ocarina of Time Remake on Switch 2

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is rumored to be coming to the Switch 2. Here's how Nintendo should reinvent the beloved N64 classic.

By Robert Anderson
Ocarina of Time Remake Switch 2

Netflix's Price Hikes Pushed Me to Free Streaming Services, and I Don't Hate It

A seamless Super Bowl stream from Tubi inspired me to see if I could dump Netflix, Hulu, and other expensive options for free streaming services.

By Tyler Hayes
mobile device showing streaming apps

Apple's Latest AI Strategy: Cameras in Your Ears—And Everywhere

After missteps with Apple Intelligence, a new plan is starting to take shape and it's all about visuals—not chatbots.

By Emily Forlini
Apple AirPods 4