Google contractors were reportedly told to target the homeless for facial scans

Recently, Google was reportedly developing a facial recognition feature forthe Pixel 4that would rival the iPhone’s. At the time, reports indicated that Google contractors were simply roaming the streets and offering $5 to people in exchange for a facial scan. Now, new details have come to light about the practice. According tothe New York Daily News, Apple contractors were directed to “target homeless people” because they would be less likely to say anything to the media....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 352 words · Thomas Wilson

Google Workspace is getting a bunch of new AI features, including a boost to Docs

It seems Google is pretty happy with the state of its Gemini model at the moment because it’s inserting AI features into every product it has lately. This time,Workspaceis getting the AI refresh, with new features coming to Docs, Sheets, Vids, Meet, and Chat — along with a new “agentic AI” feature called Workspace Flows. First up, Docs is getting new audio and AI writing capabilities. The podcast feature first used inNotebookLMreceived a lot of praise, and now it’s starting to appear in more places....

August 9, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Brittany Williams

How Godzilla Minus One Made Godzilla Both Stronger & Weaker Than Ever

Warning: Spoilers for Godzilla Minus One Summary In different ways, the King of the Monsters featured inGodzilla Minus Oneis both stronger and weaker than he ever was before. ForGodzilla Minus One, Toho introduced a new version of the international pop culture icon, one that serves as a throwback to the 1954 Godzilla film that started it all. But while this new incarnation of the kaiju is more in line with traditional interpretations of Godzilla than the one seen in 2016’sShin Godzilla, it still comes with some noteworthy differences....

August 9, 2025 · 4 min · 728 words · Joseph Weaver

How to appear offline on Facebook

In an overly connected world, sometimes it’s nice to just sit back and enjoy yourself online without people constantly vying for your attention. But how do you ensure your friends and family can’t see if you’re on Facebook then, even if you are? Further reading Here’s how to appear offline on the popular social media site, whether you’re trying to avoid unwanted attention or want to to scour your crush’s profile late at night without their knowledge....

August 9, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Brooke Pierce

How to get Minigun in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3

How to get Minigun in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 Minigun has returned in Fortnite and you may now get your hands on it in the Chapter 5 Season 3 island to counter rampant Nitro cars and the ongoing meta. The final week ofFortniteChapter 5 Season 3 is underway, with a new season starting next week. To keep the action as exciting as it has been all season, Epic has released an OG beast of a weapon to face the OP vehicles roaming the Battle Royale island....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Megan Wiggins

How to lockpick in Scum

How to lockpick in Scum Scum has finally come out of early access, bringing all thehardcore survival adventuresto even more players. However, whether you’re new to the game or have been playing for years, there’s one tricky feature that many really struggle to master… lockpicking. Lockpicking isn’t exactly a skill many possess; it can be useful in the real world (unless you’re stealing, don’t do that), but it’s even more useful when the world has gone to hell and you need to get some loot to survive....

August 9, 2025 · 4 min · 683 words · Deanna Torres

How we test AV receivers

Nothing beats the sound of an excellent audio/video receiver. When done right, they can bring power, depth, dynamics, and spaciousness to movies, sports, TV shows, and music. And whether you’re looking for a stereo receiver or integrated amplifier to drive yourfavorite turntableor digitalmusic streaming services, or going full-bore AV receiver for thatDolby Atmossurround sound home theater experience, all the bells and whistles that get crammed into a single box of awesomeness need to be tested for sound, setup, functionality, and ease of use, among other traits....

August 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1124 words · Robert Smith

I'm Worried About The Future Of The Below Deck Franchise (Is It Crumbling?)

Summary Below Deckseason 11 ended with a bang as one of the crew members lost their cool and left St. David early, but the rest of the franchise feels like it’s out to sea,leaving me wondering what’s next for the once bright future ofBelow Deck. Throughout the years, Bravo has createdBelow Deckspin-offs catering to different styles of yachting and parts of the world. The originalBelow Deckbegan in 2016, as shows likeVanderpump Rulesbecame more popular and brought more notoriety to Bravo as a network....

August 9, 2025 · 5 min · 888 words · Albert Camacho

Inside Out 2's Visual Style Was Influenced By Uncut Gems

Inside Out 2 Final Trailer Shows The Chaos Going On In Riley’s Mind Summary The visual style ofInside Out 2took inspiration from a 2019 Adam Sandler movie. When released in 2015,Inside Outwas met with critical acclaim and proved to be a box office hit. In 2022, a sequel to the successful first film was announced.Inside Out 2will see the returnof Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear, and will explore the beginning of Riley’s teenage years, as newly personified emotions emerge, including Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment, and Ennui....

August 9, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Jeffrey Shepherd

Instagram pulls stand-alone Hyperlapse, Boomerang apps

Instagram seems to be on an app-retirement spree these days. Days after the Meta-owned photo- and video-sharing platform announced that it isshuttering the stand-alone IGTV app, it’s now time for the Hyperlapse and Boomerang apps to receive similar treatment. As of June 27, 2025, stand-alone apps for the Hyperlapse and Boomerang effects for Android seem to have been pulled off the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store and areno longer available for download, reports TechCrunch....

August 9, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Brett Miller

Jake Paul praised for his “shortcut” to get boxing title shot by ex-champ

Jake Paul praised for his “shortcut” to get boxing title shot by ex-champ Jake Paul has been accused of taking a “shortcut” in his goal to gain a boxing world title fight by a former champion. However, the ex-champ isn’t fully against him. WhenJake Paulfirst stepped into the boxing world, he was all about settling internet dramas. However, since he has gotten a little more serious about things, he’s been on the hunt for a world title....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Caleb Coleman

Joker 2 sets a historic new low for comic book movies

Joker: Folie à Deuxhas officially fallen farther than any other comic book movie in at least one noteworthy metric. The hype surrounding the once highly anticipated sequel to 2019’sJokerhas been on a steady decline ever since the initial, lukewarm reactions to it started to come following its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival in early September. A month later, the film has received largely negative reviews from both critics and casual viewers alike....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Ashley Castaneda

LG reportedly files patent for triple selfie camera on smartphone

LG has reportedly filed a patent for a smartphone with three front-facing cameras, for what may be the latest innovation from the struggling mobile phone manufacturer. Images of a design patent reportedly filed by LG at the Hague International Design System, which is managed by the World Intellectual Property Office, werediscoveredby blog Tiger Mobiles. The diagram shows a smartphone with a back that resembles theLG V50 ThinQ, with the three rear-facing cameras....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · James Evans