Pokémon Go Players Helped Train An AI Without Even Realizing It
Pokemon Go is an app loved by millions, but players felt betrayed when Niantic used them to train a new spatial AI it's developing for another app.
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You've Been Warned: AI Is Coming For Your Doctors And Teachers (At Least According To Bill Gates)
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has been speaking about the potential future of AI, and he's convinced its best use case is in the medical and education fields.
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What Happened To Groovebook From Shark Tank Season 5?
In Season 5 of the hit entrepreneurial show, Shark Tank, a husband-and-wife duo pitched their company Groovebook. Here's what happened and where they are now.
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Why Car Brands Used Sperm Oil In Transmission Fluid Until The 1970s
It may be hard to imagine, but there was a time when sperm oil was a critical component of transmission fluid. Here's why it was so popular in the 1970s.
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Worried An Image Was Made By AI? These Google Tools Can Help You Investigate
Worried about how easy it's becoming for AI-generated content to be made using Google's tools? The company is also making tools to help identify it.
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Can You Upgrade A Pre-Built PC? The Answer May Not Be That Simple
While upgrading RAM or storage in pre-built PCs should be relatively easy in most cases, other components may be custom-made to fit the brand's chassis.
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What Do The Lights On An Ethernet Port Mean?
There are a lot of lights on your Ethernet port, and they all tell you something about your router or computer. Here's how to read your Ethernet lights.
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What Is Vibe Coding & Can Anyone Do It?
Vibe coding is a relatively new term that not many outside of the tech world are familiar with, but it could be an accessible way for some to enter that world.
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Why Are Some People Putting Bags Over Car Mirrors?
Have you ever noticed someone with a plastic bag placed over their car's side mirrors? There are actually a number of reasons why they might have done this.
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Which Swiss Army Knife Do NASA Astronauts Use? (And Does Victorinox Still Make It?)
The classic Swiss Army Knife is such an essential tool that even astronauts have them for space missions, but can you buy the same model they use?
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Can You Buy A Left-Handed Swiss Army Knife?
There's perhaps no more iconic tool than the Swiss Army Knife, but it seems to be made explicitly for right-handed users. So does a left-handed version exist?
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5 Of The Best Swimming Headphones You Can Buy In 2025 (According To Reviews)
If you want to listen to your favorite songs while swimming, you have to find the right swimming headphones. Here are some of the best picks.
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What's The Best Alternative To Shazam For Android Users?
Shazam is a great app to help you find out the name of any song, but there are alternatives worth trying. Here are the ones we suggest to download.
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Who Makes Panasonic TVs And Where Are They Built?
Wondering who makes Panasonic TVs and where they’re built? Learn about the company’s manufacturing process and where these TVs come from today.
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Why Is Snooze 9 Minutes? Everyone's Been Getting It Wrong, And Here's Why
Alarm clocks have typically had a nine minute snooze time for as long as most people can remember, but the reason why will likely surprise you.
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4 Of The Best-Rated Duolingo Alternatives
Duolingo is one of the most well-known language learning apps, but if it's not for you, there are options. Here are the best alternatives to download.
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5 Accessories To Make Your Swiss Army Knife Even More Useful
A Swiss Army Knife already comes with an innovative design and a handful of tools. However, these accessories will help make your multi-tool even more useful.
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Here's What A Computer's Serial Port Was For (And Where It's Still Necessary)
Before USB ports became standard on PCs, several devices connected through a serial port. They're obsolete in many ways, but they still see some use.
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What LED Bulb Wattage Is Equivalent To 100W?
LED bulbs replaced incandescent bulbs as of 2023, but users are still adjusting to figuring out what an LED's equivalent wattage is to their old ones.
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Who Owns Ironman Tires And Where Are They Made?
Ironman Tires are one of the most recognizable brands in budget-friendly tires, but consumers may not realize where the company's tires are made.
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Amazon Is Betting Big On The 'Good Guy' Of AI: Here's What That Means For You
Amazon has made a massive investment in Claude, a popular AI that it intends to use to power new Alexa features, but how will this impact the consumer?
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Why Do Some Semi-Trucks Have Multiple License Plates?
They're less common than they used to be, but you can still see some semi-trucks sporting more than one license plate. Why? And why did this practice fall off?
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ChatGPT's Image Generator Is Free - Here's What You Can (And Can't) Do With It
The latest version of ChatGPT now offers image generator for users on its free tier, but there are some significant limitations to how you can use the service.
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Who Makes LG TVs And Where Are They Built?
LG's Televisions are considered some of the best panels available on the market, but where are the company's beloved TVs actually made?
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What Does It Mean If A Car Has A Branded Title?
Whether you've been car shopping on Facebook Marketplace or another site, it's vital to be aware of branded titles. Here's everything you need to know.
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What Is APR For A Car Loan, And How Do You Get A Lower One?
If you're in the market for the car and have to seek financial assistance, you're going to hear about the loan's APR. Here's what you need to know about it.
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How Long Do Rechargeable AA Batteries Keep Their Charge When Stored For Long Periods Of Time?
Rechargeable batteries can theoretically save you a fortune over disposable ones, but they're still prone to the same loss of power over time.
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