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27  mars     14h41
Meta and Google accused of restricting reproductive health information
Weronika StrzyżyÅ„ska    Report claims posts on abortion and contraception have been deleted while misinformation on the feeds of social media users in Africa, Latin America and Asia has not been tackledMeta and Google are accused in a new report of obstructing information on abortion and reproductive healthcare across...
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How can Donald Trump’s loss-making Truth Social be worth 9bn?
Alex Hern UK technology editor    The rightwing social network’s flotation, supported by fans of the ex president, makes it look like part of the meme stock’ phenomenon Business live latest updatesDonald Trump’s social network went public on Tuesday and quickly achieved a valuation of almost bn . bn , a gain of more than...
26  mars     11h40
TechScape: Is the US calling time on Apple’s smartphone domination?
Alex Hern    The tech giant fights regulators on both sides of the Atlantic, as the US government launches a grab bag of accusations. Plus, Elon Musk’s bad day in court Don’t get TechScape delivered to your inbox Sign up for the full article hereApple’s problems have gone transatlantic. Even as it squabbles...
27  mars     13h57
Europe’s longest hyperloop test track revives futuristic tube transport hype
Gwyn Topham Transport correspondent    Operators hope newly opened Dutch track will help prove feasibility of high speed shuttle systemThe longest hyperloop test track in Europe has opened, raising faint hopes once more that the maglev meets vacuum tube transport technology could be the future.Operators said the facility would help...
26  mars     17h41
Twitter usage in US fallen by a fifth’ since Elon Musk’s takeover
Alex Hern UK technology editor    App users for social media site, rebranded as X, down by since November according to Sensor TowerUse of Twitter in the US has slumped by more than a fifth since Elon Musk bought the site and rebranded it to X, according to data from app monitoring company Sensor Tower.As of February ,...
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Scientists turn to AI to make beer taste even better
Nicola Davis Science correspondent    Researchers in Belgium use artificial intelligence to improve taste, but say the skill of the brewer remains vitalWhether you prefer a fruity lambic or a complex Trappist, Belgian beers have long been famed for their variety, quality and heritage. Now, researchers say they have harnessed the power...
28  mars     09h45
Best podcasts of the week: Guantánamo gets the Serial treatment
Alexi Duggins, Hannah Verdier, Hollie Richardson and Ammar Kalia    In this week’s newsletter: The all time great podcast returns for a fourth season, investigating the infamous detention camp. Plus: five of the best hip hop podcasts Don’t get Hear Here delivered to your inbox Sign up hereSerialWidely available, episodes weeklyThe OG of podcasting returns for an...
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Rental places will surge back’: readers on the fight to preserve physical media
Guardian readers    Readers share their thoughts on maintaining the world of DVDs and Blu rays after a feature looking exploring the phenomenonAt home we have been getting into the habit, when we identify a knack in itself a show or movie we are confident we will want to re watch, of ordering an inexpensive DVD...
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Airbnb host increased price by 39% after booking
Miles Brignall    We were forced to cancel when the host wanted thousands extra, but were still charged a feeMy daughter used my credit card to book a five month stay using Airbnb after taking up an internship in Toronto. After the host accepted the booking, she got an email saying the price for the overall stay had...
27  mars     13h00
Old-fashioned embezzlement’: where did all of FTX’s money go?
Edward Helmore    Sam Bankman Fried oversaw its collapse now the crypto firm is in bankruptcy proceedings as contentious as his fraud trialSam Bankman Fried, former CEO of the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX, presided over a spectacular collapse that cost his customers billions of dollars. He argues in court...
26  février     12h10
Seven reasons you need a new laptop - from advances in AI to better wifi
David Benady    Don’t let your tech hold you back from making the most of your working day. Follow these tips to stay connected wherever you log inWhether you’re a hybrid worker dividing time between home and office or a digital nomad working on the go, it’s essential to create a robust, portable workstation...
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How to choose a gaming laptop: five things you need to know
Ellen Manning    Whether you’re just starting out on Fortnite or are conquering Red Dead Redemption, these are the things that matter from RAM to CPUGaming is all about experience. Whether you’re playing Fortnite or Baldur’s Gate, being fully immersed is key, and that means you need a laptop that delivers....
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From dynamic displays to optimising AI: five laptop trends you need to know about in 2024
James O’Malley    AI is taking performance to the next level in the new Samsung Galaxy Book series. With connectivity at their core, these sleek machines could make it easier than ever to work on the goOne of the great promises of the modern age is that in theory it should be possible to work from anywhere....
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Is it time to break up with your laptop? Take our quiz to find out
Christine Ochefu    Ten questions to help you decide whether you’ve got a keeper or a failing relic that needs to make way for something faster, smarter and sleekerNot every laptop deserves a place on your tech squad. And while it can be hard to say goodbye, it’s sometimes better to upgrade to a new model than...
05  mars     12h30
Nothing Phone 2a review: a standout budget Android
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Funky design, fun software, decent performance and long battery life provide a lot of phone for the moneyLondon based tech firm Nothing’s latest Android attempts to shake up the budget phone market with something a little more interesting.Costing from A the Phone a aims to take the...
23  février     07h00
OnePlus 12 review: smartphone left behind by top rivals
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    A slick screen, top chip and long battery life are let down by lack of advanced AI and short support lifeOnePlus’s latest top phone can’t shake the feeling of being left behind by rivals.Even with a sleek appearance, speedy software and longer battery life the OnePlus is devoid of the much hyped...
12  février     07h00
Honor Magic V2 review: exquisite hardware let down by software
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Super premium phone tablet is the thinnest and lightest folder’ yet but compromises on cameraHonor’s Magic V is the best designed folding phone tablet yet. It feels just like a regular phone when closed but then opens up like a book to reveal a large, plush screen.Launched in China last year,...
05  février     07h00
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: the Swiss army knife of phones, now with AI
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Titanium superphone has serious speed, battery life and unrivalled camera zoom but is ultra pricedSamsung’s latest smartphone packs a plethora of the latest flashy AI tools in an attempt to improve text, images, video and search with both hits and misses.The new Galaxy S Ultra comes equipped...
04  mars     07h00
Forerunner 165 review: Garmin’s budget OLED running watch
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Squeezing high end features into a more affordable frame makes for an excellent mid range smart sports trackerGarmin’s latest smart sports watch condenses all the great features from its higher end Forerunner models into a cheaper, simpler running tracker with a bright OLED screen and long battery...
28  février     07h00
Framework Laptop 16 review: the ultimate in modular PCs
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Packed with swappable parts including the keyboard, ports and graphics card, this machine is uniqueFramework is back with the new, larger and more powerful Laptop that is its most ambitious device yet: a highly modular and upgradeable in machine that can transform in layout and power in...
16  février     07h00
Bose Ultra Open earbuds review: unique open-fit and great sound
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology review    Bluetooth earbuds fit around side of the ear without blocking it for full awareness with music and callsBose’s latest earbuds are very different from its previous noise cancelling champs, designed to let the sound of the outside in, rather than blocking it out and attaching to your ear, more like...
11  décembre     07h00
Apple MacBook Pro M3 review: beloved laptop is back in black
Samuel Gibbs Consumer technology editor    Laptop upgrade adds M chips, more power, longer battery life, brighter screen, lower price and darker colourApple’s latest upgraded MacBook Pro adds a wider range of chip options, a cheaper price and a new black colour option, alongside even greater performance and battery life.The much loved...
28  mars     13h31
I wasn’t sure it was even possible’: the race to finish 80,000 levels of Super Mario Maker
Julian Benson    A small team of skilled players set themselves a near impossible task: to complete every level of Super Mario Maker before Nintendo shut its servers. Did they manage it On March, Team was close to finishing its seven year mission to complete every single uncleared level in the Nintendo...
27  mars     15h00
Pushing Buttons: What makes Dragon’s Dogma 2 a fiery breath of fresh air
Keza MacDonald    In this week’s newsletter: Casting away all the tropes of today’s open world games, Capcom’s unforgiving, unpredictable RPG is a sequel unlike anything else Don’t get Pushing Buttons delivered to your inbox Sign up hereI love when a game properly captures me, to the extent that I’m thinking...
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Atari 400 Mini review - a fascinating adventure in the land of 8-bit
Keith Stuart    Yes, it’s a museum piece but this mini Atari home console, reconfigured for modern gaming systems, offers a compelling retro experienceTo a kid growing up in the UK in the s, the Atari and machines seemed impossibly glamorous. While most of my friends had Commodore s or ZX...
25  mars     16h18
South Park: Snow Day review - a crude, enjoyable playground tussle
Phil Iwaniuk    PC version tested , PlayStation, Xbox Series S X, Nintendo Switch; Question THQ NordicThe show’s trademark knack for satire staves off the sameness in this wintry brawlerThe snow’s falling hard over South Park, Colorado, and little Eric Cartman spies an opportunity to miss school. Tucked up in...
23  mars     13h00
Layoffs and AI sour annual Game Developers Conference: The vibe is rancid’
Kari Paul    GDC catered to the frustrated and those out of work, with cheaper tickets and a group screaming sessionDespite the sunny spring skies in San Francisco this week, the mood among nearly , video game industry professionals was gloomy as they descended upon the city for the yearly Game...
22  mars     14h30
Princess Peach: Showtime review - a paper-thin performance
Tom Regan    Nintendo Switch; Good Feel NintendoKids will enjoy the pomp and colour, but Princess Peach’s long awaited star turn is disappointingly shallowThe ending of ’s Super Mario Bros, soundtracked by the iconic bleeps and blips of the bit NES, has Mario finally finding the princess, who has been in...
25  mars     17h26
Chinese ’state-affiliated’ organisations behind cyber-attacks, says Oliver Dowden - video
Hosted by Michael Safi with Geoffrey Hinton, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Tom Chivers and Alex Hern, produced by Alex Atack, executive producer Joshua Kelly, original music and sound design by Rudi Zygadlo, music supervisor Max Sanderson, commissioning editor Nicole Jackson    Oliver Dowden, the deputy prime minister, has said Chinese state affiliated actors have been involved in two cyber attacks on the UK, including the hacking of the Electoral Commission, and attacks aimed at parliamentarians. Dowden said the Foreign Office would summon China’s ambassador to account...
22  mars     00h37
US government sues Apple in landmark iPhone monopoly lawsuit - video
   The US government filed a sprawling antitrust case against Apple, alleging that the tech giant has illegally prevented competition by restricting access to its software and hardware. ’Apple has maintained its power not because of its superiority, but because of its unlawful exclusionary behavior,’...
21  mars     05h00
Episode 6 - Shut it down?
   For decades, Eliezer Yudkowsky has been trying to warn the world about the dangers of AI. And now people are finally listening to him. But is it too late You can read more from Alex Hern, the Guardian’s UK tech editor, by signing up to his newsletter TechScape.The AI Does Not Hate You and The...