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Apple Maps is about to lose one of its biggest selling points: being ad-free. Apple has officially confirmed that ads are coming to Apple Maps, with a rollout planned for the US and Canada starting this summer. This marks a pretty significant shift for Apple, which has long positioned itself as a more privacy-focused alternative to ad-heavy platforms like Google. What will ads in Apple Maps look like? Thankfully (or depending on who you ask), they won’t be full-blown pop-ups. Instead, ads will appear in search results and suggested places, where businesses can pay to show up at the top…

OpenAI is finally addressing one of the most frustrating things about working with files in ChatGPT. The company is rolling out two new features to help users quickly access previously uploaded files, including a Recent files menu and a dedicated Library tab. How do ChatGPT’s new file management features work? Until now, files in ChatGPT were largely tied to individual conversations, which meant finding them often involved going back to the original chat and scrolling through long threads. The new Recent files option in the attachment menu now lists some of the files you’ve used most recently, making it easier…

Domino’s Pizza Inc. has announced a significant upgrade to its long-standing Domino’s Tracker, introducing artificial intelligence-driven enhancements and deeper real-time tracking capabilities. The update marks a major step forward for one of the brand’s most recognizable digital features, which has been a core part of its customer experience since its debut in 2008. A Smarter, Real-Time Tracking Experience At the center of the update is a redesigned interface paired with a more advanced tracking system powered by DomOS, Domino’s proprietary operating platform. The new system uses a combination of real-time inputs from store staff and machine learning algorithms to deliver…

Microsoft could be rethinking its entire Game Pass strategy, and it might involve both cheaper plans and a Netflix-style bundle. According to a report from The Information, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is exploring ways to make Game Pass more appealing to a broader audience. That includes introducing lower-priced subscription tiers and even discussing potential partnerships with companies like Netflix. The move comes at a time when Game Pass pricing has steadily increased, making entry more expensive for new users. Why is Xbox considering cheaper Game Pass tiers? The report suggests Microsoft wants to make Game Pass more accessible and attractive…

Intel’s expected 10% CPU price hike would’ve been annoying in any year. But in 2026, it just feels like one more shove in a hobby that is already exhausting to keep up with. What makes this sting more is that it is not really about Intel alone. It is about how every time PC gamers think they have found a good moment to upgrade, there’s either a shortage, a new wave of scalpers, or some fresh pricing disaster around the corner to ruin it all. What’s holding back every PC gamer? The expected Intel hike lands on top of everything…

It’s raining updates today within the Apple ecosystem, ahead of the big yearly upgrades that will be introduced at WWDC 2026 in June. Aside from iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4, Apple has also rolled out watchOS 26.4 update for its smartwatch line-up. Here’s everything that’s coming to your wrist. No more extra steps with the workout, and a lot more fun along the way Workouts are the main reason I keep coming back to the Apple Watch, and this update finally makes that experience even smoother. The workout type icon is a clear, prominent entry point for each workout, and…

While Samsung pushed the bar in zoom photography with older Galaxy S Ultra models, it quietly stepped back in favor of shorter zoom ranges. Now, Oppo is bringing it back, and it’s taking things even further. The upcoming Oppo Find X9 Ultra is confirmed to feature a powerful new 50MP telephoto shooter with a 10x optical zoom. It brings a completely redesigned periscope system that aims to deliver long-range zoom without the usual bulk. Why this is a big deal In its latest teaser posters, the Chinese brand showcased a new five-reflection prism design, which allows the phone to achieve…

Apple is planning a major AI overhaul with iOS 27, but one feature stands out because it could change your everyday experience. According to Bloomberg, the company is testing a version of Siri that could live across your entire iPhone, helping you inside apps, messages, and even system features. The new Siri will essentially build on Apple’s own AI systems while leaning on Google’s Gemini to handle the heavy lifting, combining both to create a smarter, more capable assistant that feels closer to modern AI tools. The updated Siri, internally called Campo, is being designed to handle real tasks. It…

Amazon has acquired New York City-based Fauna Robotics just a couple of months after it unveiled Sprout, a cute humanoid robot. Specific details of the buyout have yet to be shared, but Fauna CEO Rob Cochran said in a LinkedIn post on Tuesday that he was “incredibly excited” about the development. “When we launched in NYC back in February 2024, we set out with a clear mission: to ‘build capable, safe, and fun robots for everyone,’” Cochran wrote in the post. “Looking back at how far we’ve come in just two years, I am immensely proud of everything our team…

Apple is working on a major reboot for Siri that will make it compete with AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini. The company is testing both a standalone Siri app and a system-wide “Ask Siri” feature as part of a broader AI overhaul. The new version is expected to debut at WWDC on June 8 alongside iOS 27 and macOS 27. Apple’s goal is to turn Siri from a basic assistant into a deeply integrated AI agent that works across apps and understands your workflow. What changes is Apple making to the Siri app? According to a Bloomberg report, Apple…