Category: Tech
Half of teens addicted to social media, clamp down on ‘tax-free’ side hustles
Almost half of British teenagers say they feel addicted to social media, according to findings that come amid mounting pressure for big tech companies to be held accountable for the impact of their platforms on users. The finding, from the Millennium Cohort study, adds to evidence that many people feel they have lost control over…
TikTok gives special status to celebs, Chinese EV boasts range of 650 miles
TikTok has given special status to certain high-profile accounts, with moderators in Europe encouraged to be more lenient with content posted by people including Russell Brand, according to internal messages seen by the Guardian. The demand to be less stringent has also been underlined in meetings with moderators, the Guardian has been told. Documents suggest that…
Tesla unveils new version of humanoid robot, E3 cancelled forever
Tesla has debuted a new version of its humanoid robot that can squat without falling over and pick up an egg without breaking it. Elon Musk’s electric car company has teased updates to the company’s Optimus automaton in a video posted on Twitter. In a demonstration video, Tesla’s robotics division showed off what it called…
What Not to Do When Gambling Online
Are you craving an online gambling session? You might know how to roll the dice, spin the roulette wheel, shuffle cards, and play slots virtually, but do you know what not to do? It’s easy to get caught up in the thrills and excitement of online gambling, especially when it’s just at your fingertips. Don’t…
Clothes-hook spy cameras on sale on Amazon, Barbie most Googled movie of 2023
Spy cameras disguised as clothes hooks are for sale on Amazon, despite the firm being sued over the gadgets. One clothes hook camera listing seen by the BBC features a picture of the device positioned in a bathroom. A US judge recently ruled the retail giant must face a case brought by a woman who…
OnePlus12 to come to UK in January, EE launches customised Apple TV box
We're very impressed by the OnePlus 12, which has now launched in China, and we hoped that it would be getting a UK and US release in the not-too-distant future. And now OnePlus has promised just that, confirming that the phone will be coming to both markets in early 2024. OnePlus hasn't committed to a definite date…
Spotify slashes 1500 jobs, Google delays launch of Gemini AI robot
Swedish music-streaming giant Spotify has announced it is cutting 17% of its workforce, about 1,500 jobs, as the company seeks to clamp down on costs. Chief executive Daniel Ek said he had made the "difficult" decision with economic growth slowing "dramatically". Spotify employs about 9,000 people, and Mr Ek said "substantial action to rightsize our…
IKEA launches home sensors, Amazon opens ‘second chance’ shop
IKEA wants to make your smart home even smarter with the addition of a trio of new sensors. Called the Parasoll, Vallhorn and Badring (which Ring is surely smarting about), the sensors are designed to detect motion and pick up on issues like water leaks... Parasoll (€9.99, around $11 / £9 / AU$17) is a…
Tesla sues Swedish transport agency, Virgin in ‘green flight’ first
Tesla is suing the Swedish transport agency, accusing it of a “discriminatory attack” on the US electric carmaker, after strike action prevented its new vehicles from getting licence plates in Sweden. The lawsuit is an escalation in a row that started between the car company and the union representing Swedish Telsa workers, who are calling…
Ofcom report: Average adult now spends 56 days a year online!
Ofcom's latest Online Nation research takes a look at how people in the UK are spending their time online. It found that teenagers and children are leading the way in getting to grips with emerging technology like generative artificial intelligence, as well as highlighting a range of other trends. Here we take a look at some…
