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Still not sure what AI can actually do for you? Explore all the possibilities with our expert tips, advice, and analysis.

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Trump: Opposed to Data Centers? Hope You Like Being 'Backwards and Poor'

The president argues that the data center backlash will help China win the AI race.

By Michael Kan
donald trump

I Test AI Every Day, and I Still Have No Idea What I'm Paying For

From hidden monthly caps to arbitrary usage resets, AI companies have turned subscription pricing into a guessing game. Here's how they obfuscate limits—and what needs to change.

By Ruben Circelli
I Test AI Every Day, and I Still Have No Idea What I'm Paying For

Google's Dreambeans Gives You Personalized Illustrated Life Suggestions. Now It's Free to All

The tool, which began testing in June, previously needed a Google AI Ultra subscription. Now it's available to everyone in the US with a Google Account.

By Will McCurdy
Dreambeans Image

Nvidia's Hugging Face Acquisition Is Logical, Ambitious, and Headed Straight Into a Minefield

The reported $12.9 billion deal is a savvy move, but it's raising urgent concerns among developers and invites regulatory scrutiny.

By Brian Westover
Nvidia to buy Hugging Face for $12.9 billion

ChatGPT Adds Multiple Google Account Support for Gmail, Calendar, More

Got two Google accounts you use regularly? You can now interact with each through the same ChatGPT login.

By James Peckham
The ChatGPT app on a smartphone asking for a prompt

Pentagon's Blacklisting of Anthropic Ruled Illegal By US Judge

US District Judge Rita Lin said the Department of Defense violated the First Amendment.

By James Peckham
The Anthropic logo on a smartphone

Gemini Notebook Can Now Dig Into eBooks You Bought on Google Play

You can now add your ebooks to Gemini Notebook and ask the tool to provide insights or turn its content into quizzes, infographics, AI podcasts, and more.

By Jibin Joseph
Google's poster for Gemini Notebook's new Expert Intelligence feature for eBooks

Switching to Claude? This Easy Trick Brings Your ChatGPT Memory With You

Leaving ChatGPT behind is easier than you think. A quick copy-paste trick imports your core memory into Claude almost instantly.

By Ruben Circelli
Leaving ChatGPT for Claude? Here's the Trick to Taking Your AI Memory With You

Google's AI Mode Can Track Flight Prices, Help You Book With Points or Miles

The initial selection of airline and hotel partners is a little thin, but two upcoming additions will make it more useful.

By Rob Pegoraro
A screenshot shows a user asking Google's AI travel search to look for flights from San Diego to Las Vegas bookable with American Airlines miles

No, the McDonald's Support Bot Won't Give You Free Premium AI Tools

A McChicken with a side of Python lessons? A previously debunked meme has resurfaced, with social accounts claiming the McDonald's support tool can be hacked.

By James Peckham
The McDonald's logo on a US highway

Meet Microduck, a $399 Open-Source Robot That Can Learn New Tricks

The robot comes from AI model platform Hugging Face's Pollen Robotics arm. Preorders open today with shipments slated to arrive before Christmas.

By Michael Kan
microduck bot

New Plaud One Headphones Are Part Wireless Earbuds, Part AI Recorder

Plaud’s $250 One Explorer Edition can listen to virtual or in-person conversations and take action proactively based on what was discussed.

By James Peckham
The Plaud One earbuds with an icon representing a conversation

Nvidia CEO: We've Achieved AGI, But It Doesn't Really Matter

On an earnings call, Jensen Huang says ensuring productivity and profitability from AI use needs to be the priority amid concerns about AI overspending.

By Michael Kan
Nvidia CEO

'There Is No Plan.' Bill Gates Is Still Worried About AI Destroying Society

'Leaders, experts, and communities are [not] confronting the challenges adequately,' the Microsoft co-founder warns. He has three suggestions for those who are serious about it, though.

By Michael Kan
bill gates

The Best AI Chatbots for 2026

ChatGPT started the AI revolution, but it isn't the only chatbot worth using. We've tested the top AI chatbots to help you determine which one is right for you.

By Ruben Circelli
ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot logos

The Doctor Is Not Real. More Americans Comfortable Consulting AI for Health Info

The latest report from Pew Research Center finds that just over one in three Americans have leaned on a conversational AI service for medical guidance, except in one key area.

By Rob Pegoraro
An illustration showing a medical professional interacting with a variety of AI services

ChatGPT Work Now Logs Into Other Websites, Completes More Tasks Itself

The feature allows ChatGPT Work to borrow your login credentials and take over more of the process.

By James Peckham
An example of OpenAI's login process through ChatGPT Work

Refreshed Mac Studio Comes With New M5 Chips, Possible $18,299 Price Tag

Apple is pitching the high-end Mac desktop for users interested in running AI locally. But expect to pay exorbitant prices; an M5 Ultra version starts at $5,499 and goes up from there.

By Michael Kan
mac studio

Thousands Are Calling, Chatting With Starlink's AI to Place Orders

SpaceX's AI business reveals details about it progress in using Grok to handle customer support for the satellite internet service.

By Michael Kan
Starlink logo

Taiwan Indicts 9, Including Nvidia Manager, Over GPU Smuggling Case

Prosecutors in Taiwan also indicted two employees of Nvidia partner Supermicro.

By Michael Kan
Nvidia logo