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05/26/2026

05/21/2026

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05/17/2026

3-D satellite tracking

A visualization of satellites, debris, and other objects tracked by LeoLabs in low earth orbit

05/15/2026

10 AI agents were left alone in a virtual town for 15 days. What happened next will blow your mind.

05/11/2026

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05/06/2026

APPLE TO PAY UP TO IPHONE USERS OVER AI SIRI PROMISES 🤖
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Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement after facing claims that it overpromised on new artificial intelligence features tied to its latest iPhones. The deal could put some money back in the pockets of customers who bought certain models expecting a more advanced Siri experience. While Apple denies any wrongdoing, the company says it chose to settle to stay focused on building new products.
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The lawsuit centered on Apple’s rollout of what it called “Apple Intelligence,” a suite of AI-powered tools meant to make iPhones smarter and more helpful. AI, or artificial intelligence, refers to software designed to mimic human thinking, like understanding language or generating images. Customers argued that Apple’s marketing made it seem like these features—especially a more personalized Siri—would be ready at launch, but many were delayed or missing.
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The settlement applies to people in the United States who purchased an iPhone 16 model or an iPhone 15 Pro between June 2024 and March 2025. Eligible users who file a claim could receive around $25 per device, though that amount could rise as high as $95 depending on how many people participate. That means some customers may see a modest refund for features they expected but didn’t fully receive at the time.
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Apple first introduced these AI capabilities during its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference, showing off tools like custom emoji creation, smarter writing suggestions, and image generation. However, when the iPhone 16 hit store shelves, many of those features were still being developed. Apple later rolled out some updates, including integrations with ChatGPT and new creative tools, but the highly anticipated upgraded Siri has yet to fully arrive.
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Regulators and watchdog groups also took notice, with concerns raised about how the features were advertised. At one point, Apple even adjusted its marketing language and pulled certain ads that suggested the AI tools were immediately available. Despite that, the company maintains it has delivered dozens of useful features and continues to expand its AI ecosystem.
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For everyday users, the case highlights a growing trend in tech: companies racing to promote AI-powered tools before they’re fully ready. While the technology continues to evolve quickly, this settlement serves as a reminder that expectations—and delivery—need to stay aligned. Customers who feel they were promised more than they received may now have a chance to get something back.
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Sources: Chipley Digital Solutions | The Verge

05/03/2026

CHEAP DRONES - THE 21ST CENTURY’S AERIAL LAND MINE 💥
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The unmistakable hum of First-Person View (FPV) drones has become the signature sound of contemporary conflict, with these systems now accounting for as much as 80% of casualties in the war in Ukraine. These inexpensive tools are being adopted by both conventional militaries and non-state actors, including Hezbollah, to conduct asymmetric warfare against more technologically advanced adversaries. A critical technical development is the integration of fiber-optic spools mounted beneath the airframe, which allows for high-definition, real-time control while effectively bypassing traditional electronic jamming defenses.
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Capable of maintaining a signal over distances as great as 37 miles (60 kilometers), these drones can navigate at low altitudes to remain undetected by radar and conventional air-defense systems. With combat-ready configurations available online for as little as $600, they have transformed from niche technology into a mass-produced, highly lethal threat. As the war in Ukraine serves as a primary testing ground for these battlefield innovations, groups like Hezbollah are leveraging this technology to inflict significant damage, marking a shift toward a future where inexpensive, precision-guided systems fundamentally alter the nature of the modern frontline.
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SOURCES: Al Jazeera | Chipley Digital Solutions

04/30/2026

Robot dog art exhibit – Elon Musk/Jeff Bezos/Mark Zuckerberg

04/29/2026

I had a similar experience last year. I sold an iPhone and the buyer had buyers remorse. The buyer even posted a photo of a different phone. He did ship my iPhone back in the condition I sent it however, I had to eat the eBay fees in addition to all of the shipping fees. During the 2 to 3 month dispute with eBay customer service I provided shipping documentation along with video of me putting the phone in the box, sealing it, in addition to dropping it off at the post office desk. eBay doesn’t care they don’t care about evidence. All they care about is buyer satisfaction.

If you’re a seller on eBay, beware it’s all I can tell you you’re far off better selling on Facebook marketplace. eBay practically gives sellers zero protection.

Seller protection on the internet is technically a thing that exists. It's just that nobody's entirely sure what it protects against, because it clearly doesn't protect against someone swapping your watch for a broken knockoff and walking away with both the item and the refund while you stand there....