Google’s Live Caption feature for Pixel phones now supports calls

It’ll subtitle voice and video calls over cellular or third-party apps. Google’s Live Caption tool is not only an important accessibility feature, but it’s also useful in noisy environments like a bar or a subway station. It’s available on Pixel phones and computers through the Chrome browser, and will provide onscreen subtitles for any media that plays audio … Continue reading Google’s Live Caption feature for Pixel phones now supports calls Continue Reading

Google’s long-awaited Pixel 4a goes on sale August 20th for $350

For better or worse, there’s just one model right now. After a months-long delay and a steady stream of leaks, Google’s Pixel 4a is finally here. (Better late than never, right?) The search giant just officially confirmed the 4a’s existence this morning, so here’s what you need you know about Google’s latest — and cheapest — smartphone. There’s … Continue reading Google’s long-awaited Pixel 4a goes on sale August 20th for $350 Continue Reading

Pixel 4a review: The best $350 phone

Google owns the midrange. Inever thought I’d be a $350-phone type of girl. I’ve always felt like a midrange phone wouldn’t be powerful enough for my daily needs, or have cameras good enough for my Instagram ambitions. I’ve always sought high-end devices with fancy features. But with a recession raging for the foreseeable future, and … Continue reading Pixel 4a review: The best $350 phone Continue Reading

Masterbuilt Gravity Series 560 review: A versatile smart charcoal grill

It may not have a feature-packed app, but the 560 is still a workhorse. When it comes to connected grills, pellet models are all the rage. While they produce some excellent tasting food, wood pellets aren’t as readily available as charcoal, despite the rising popularity. Sure, you can find them at hardware stores and online, … Continue reading Masterbuilt Gravity Series 560 review: A versatile smart charcoal grill Continue Reading

MIT AI system knows when to make a medical diagnosis or defer to an expert

The human-AI hybrid is more accurate than humans or AI on their own. BENCHAMAT1234 via Getty Images AI can now detect lung, breast, brain, skin and cervical cancer. But in the world of medical AI, figuring out when to rely on experts versus algorithms is still tricky. It’s not simply a matter of who is “better” at making a diagnosis or … Continue reading MIT AI system knows when to make a medical diagnosis or defer to an expert Continue Reading

Microsoft redesigned the Xbox store ahead of Series X debut

It’ll roll out to all users this fall, but some beta testers can try it this week. The Microsoft Store on Xbox is getting a makeover ahead of the Xbox Series X release later this year. Microsoft says it rebuilt the store from the ground up, and it’ll be “faster, safer and easier to use than ever before.” It … Continue reading Microsoft redesigned the Xbox store ahead of Series X debut Continue Reading

Microsoft redesigned the Xbox store ahead of Series X debut

It’ll roll out to all users this fall, but some beta testers can try it this week. The Microsoft Store on Xbox is getting a makeover ahead of the Xbox Series X release later this year. Microsoft says it rebuilt the store from the ground up, and it’ll be “faster, safer and easier to use than ever before.” It … Continue reading Microsoft redesigned the Xbox store ahead of Series X debut Continue Reading

Impossible Burger continues its rapid expansion with Publix

It’s starting to roll out in locations across the Southeast US. Impossible Foods announced today that its plant-based Impossible Burger will now be available at more than 1,200 Publix stores. Publix is primarily located in Florida, Georgia and much of the Southeast.  This continues the company’s aggressive grocery store rollout of the Impossible Burger this … Continue reading Impossible Burger continues its rapid expansion with Publix Continue Reading

The Google Pixel 4a vs. the competition: The midrange heats up

You don’t have to spend a lot to get an awesome phone. For years most of our attention has been focused on flagship handsets from companies like Apple, Google and Samsung. But since last year’s release of the excellent Pixel 3a, midrange devices have gotten a lot more interesting. Today Google finally announced the Pixel 4a, which … Continue reading The Google Pixel 4a vs. the competition: The midrange heats up Continue Reading