ICQ, the pioneering instant messenger service that once boasted 100 million registered users, is finally coming to an end. Russian company VK, which has been overseeing ICQ since 2010, recently announced that the service will cease to operate starting June 26th. This news marks the end of an era for a platform that played a
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Upon hearing that Judge James Donato is considering Epic Games’ demands to allow the Epic Games Store to exist within the Google Play Store and to give access to every app within Google Play, many were skeptical. The idea of such integration seemed far-fetched, yet now it appears to be a possible reality. Judge Donato
The recent tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas has sparked yet another lawsuit against video game companies, Activision and Meta, as well as gun company Daniel Defense. The families of the victims are seeking justice for the lives lost by alleging that these companies promoted the use of firearms to underage boys, ultimately leading to
Kia has officially unveiled the finalized version of its EV3 small electric SUV, featuring a groundbreaking new feature: AI technology. This innovative vehicle, which was originally introduced as a futuristic concept last year, is set to launch in South Korea this July, followed by Europe later in the year. While a US release has been
Humane, a startup founded by former Apple employees Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, has recently put its poorly received AI Pin wearable computer up for sale. Despite initial promises of being an always-on AI assistant, the $699 device has faced criticism for its slow responses and lackluster user experience. Now, Humane is seeking a buyer
The recent revelation that OpenAI had crafted a voice for their ChatGPT AI model that strikingly resembled Scarlett Johansson has stirred up significant controversy. Johansson disclosed that she had declined an offer from Sam Altman to voice the system, only to find out later that the newly introduced ChatGPT voice, known as Sky, shared an
LG Electronics and Meta’s collaborative efforts in developing an extended reality (XR) device have hit a roadblock, with reports surfacing that LG is pausing this partnership just months after it was announced. Despite LG’s denial of a complete termination of the deal, Korean news outlets suggest that the lack of synergy between the two companies
In a surprising turn of events, a security vulnerability in internet-connected washing machines has allowed two University of California, Santa Cruz students to exploit an API and access free laundry services. The company behind the machines, CSC ServiceWorks, has remained silent despite being alerted to the issue. The Exploit Alexander Sherbrooke and Iakov Taranenko discovered
Sonos, a leading audio company, has been generating buzz with the announcement of its “most requested product ever” set to launch on May 21st. While the company was initially expected to release the Sonos Ace wireless headphones in June, recent hints suggest an earlier arrival. This highly-anticipated product has been eagerly awaited by consumers and
When it comes to unique and unconventional gaming consoles, Hairo Satoh, also known as Retrohai hai Softbank, is at the top of the list. Satoh is a hardware modder who specializes in creating bizarre reimaginings of Nintendo’s portable consoles. From swapping screens to adding unexpected elements, Satoh’s creations push the boundaries of traditional gaming devices.