This is what happened to the world’s most pointless website

How it started and how it’s going with the dumbest website in the world, the company whose fans turned against and your favorite simple technology.

By Shira OvideSeptember 3, 2024

Why killer AI is such an alluring horror villain

The new horror movie “AfrAId” shows that malicious AI is now the go-to villain for Hollywood and our nightmares.

By Shira OvideAugust 30, 2024

Where to find new music in the age of algorithms

Find new music without relying on Spotify or Apple Music algorithms.

By Tatum HunterAugust 29, 2024

This is the new tech travel etiquette. Don’t travel without it.

These common tech goofs can annoy those around you. Here’s how to be kinder to your fellow travelers.

By Chris VelazcoAugust 28, 2024

After a decade of free Alexa, Amazon now wants you to pay

AI is a chance for companies to charge for products we’re in the habit of using for free.

By Shira OvideAugust 27, 2024

What all parents can learn from the troubled AI in Los Angeles schools

An education expert says schools fail to ask essential questions about AI for children: Does it work? And is it better than other alternatives?

By Shira OvideAugust 23, 2024

How to save your unspeakably precious voicemails permanently

If you’re one of the many people who have treasured voicemails locked away on your phone, please: Take a few moments to save them elsewhere.

By Chris Velazco and Tatum HunterAugust 22, 2024

Recovering locked Facebook accounts is a nightmare. That’s on purpose.

Social media account recovery is a pain after a hacking incident, but it’s not impossible.

By Tatum HunterAugust 21, 2024

Don’t trust Google for customer service numbers. It might be a scam.

Google just keeps highlighting scams when you’re looking for help from your bank, airline or other businesses — and people are being tricked out of money.

By Shira OvideAugust 20, 2024

A new loneliness cure: Apps that match you with strangers for a meal

A bevy of apps are trying to help isolated remote workers and others find new offline friends.

By Lisa BonosAugust 19, 2024

Fortnite’s mobile return shows the gloriously messy app revolution

The blacklisted Fortnite app is coming back (sort of) to phones, showing the complicated efforts to wrest app power from Apple and Google.

By Shira OvideAugust 16, 2024

Here’s how much tech companies are spending to tell you AI is amazing

There are so. many. commercials for artificial intelligence.

By Shira OvideAugust 13, 2024

‘Smart’ technology is out of control. We adore this dumb tech.

The youngs who love flip phones and film cameras have a point about the downsides of brain-draining, complex gadgets.

By Shira OvideAugust 9, 2024

Windows 10 has a ‘best by’ date. Here’s what you can do when support ends.

Your Windows 10 PC won’t magically stop working, but it’s time to start thinking about your options.

By Chris VelazcoAugust 8, 2024

6 ways the Google antitrust ruling could change the internet

Maybe you could choose a Google-quality search engine tailored to children or news. Or would Android, Google search and Chrome be split up?

By Shira OvideAugust 7, 2024

You can take it easy. Your Apple Watch is ready to embrace rest.

For years, Apple’s popular smartwatch has emphasized the importance of being active. Now, new software will give you the chance to slow down.

By Chris VelazcoAugust 5, 2024

The fake Al Michaels is surprisingly good in Olympics highlights

Finally, a use for artificial intelligence that doesn’t stink.

By Shira OvideAugust 2, 2024

We can all learn something from JD Vance’s Venmo, old blog

Vice-presidential candidate JD Vance’s old blog is still online. There’s a learning moment for all of us here.

By Tatum HunterJuly 30, 2024

Apple says Safari protects your privacy. We fact-checked those claims.

“If browser privacy were a sport at the Olympics, Apple isn’t getting on the medal stand,” one expert said.

By Shira OvideJuly 30, 2024

Fake images are getting harder to spot. Here’s a field guide.

Here are a few things experts suggest you try the next time you come across an image that leaves you wondering.

By Chris Velazco and Monique WooJuly 29, 2024