ChatGPT has a hidden set of creativity switches — here’s how to use them

ChatGPT has a familiar rhythm that most people recognize, even if they cannot describe it. It gives answers that are helpful and pleasantly neutral, with little personality. Most people type in a prompt, hit enter, and accept whatever answer comes back, like it’s a vending machine dispensing a granola bar…. Check out the original article:…

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AI & Bots

Audeze is upgrading its legendary LCD headphones range with its new SLAM tech for silky bass — these promise ‘mastering-grade precision’, with a price to match

The Audeze LCD-5s have a new planar magnetic driver for “palpably physical” bass response Redesigned for improved comfort and audio seal Priced at $4,500 (about £3,333 / AU$6,570) Audeze has upgraded its highly acclaimed flagship planar headphones, the LCD-5: the new LCD-5s headphones come with a new driver design for even more powerful bass and…

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Audio & Video

It might sound strange, but The Matrix is actually a happy movie — rewatch it to shake off the January blues

One of the things I enjoy about being a journalist is that stories, ideas, and thoughts can come from all sorts of places: case in point, when on a date and discussing the topic of movies, it was presented to me that The Matrix is a ‘happy’ movie. I cracked a smile at that; for…

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The Best Face Recognition Apps for Android: What to Expect in 2026

Android Lollipop introduced the Trusted Face feature, which allows you to unlock your tablet or smartphone using facial recognition. That said, it’s not as reliable as Apple Face ID, and people can still access your Android device if they know your password. That’s why third-party developers have made their own face recognition apps for Android…

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Phones

‘It’s theft – plain and simple’: hundreds of artists including Scarlett Johansson have snapped and made an anti-AI campaign that says ‘a better way exists’

Hundreds of artists have launched an anti-AI campaign They say AI is stealing their work and want licensing deals instead Signatories include Scarlett Johansson, Cyndi Lauper, and more Among the many controversies surrounding the use of artificial intelligence (AI), the way it trains its algorithms on artistic works without compensation is among the most contentious….

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AI & Bots

Actor Jerry O’Connell’s Stolen ’79 Cadillac Recovered Before He Knew It Was Gone

Jerry O’Connell wasn’t exactly relieved when his stolen ’79 Caddy was recovered — instead, he was surprised, because the Hollywood star didn’t even know it had been stolen. That’s because O’Connell, 51, was out of town with his family when his classic car was stolen, taken for a joyride, and recovered by police. As reported…

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Cars

From privacy screens to variable apertures and beyond, how likely are these Samsung Galaxy S26 series rumors?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is likely to be the first major flagship phone launch of the year, with these phones expected to land in late February. As usual with Samsung flagships, there’s a lot of hype – and that means there have also been a lot of leaks and rumors, but some of the…

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Phones

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (January 23)

The weekend has officially arrived, and that means it’s time for you to put your feet up and enjoy one or more of the new movies and TV shows that have debuted on the world’s best streaming services. There’s plenty to choose from, too. From hot new TV series and ones that are so bad…

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Apps

No, the Trump T1 phone still hasn’t shipped, but it might finally arrive in March

Trump Mobile’s T1 phone is still delayed It may ship by March But testing and certification results could delay it again The Trump Mobile T1 phone, that oddball Android 15 device that inexplicably still has a 3. 5mm headphone jack, may finally arrive in customers’ hands in March. This, according to a Trump Mobile customer…

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