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You can finally replace your embarrassing Gmail username

If you've been stuck with a regrettable Gmail username you picked years ago, you might finally have a way out. Starting Tuesday, Gmail users in the US can change the portion of their email address before "@gmail.com," as reported by Android Authority. After changing your Gmail username, your old email address will remain connected to […]

Samsung finally brings blood pressure tracking to US Galaxy Watches

Samsung is starting to roll out blood pressure tracking to its smartwatch users in the US, after several years of the feature being available elsewhere. The update is available on Galaxy Watch 4 models or later running at least WatchOS 4.0, and enables users to monitor their heart rate alongside systolic and diastolic blood pressure. […]

The AirPods Max 2 are a great sequel, but not an ambitious one

It's been over five years since the original AirPods Max came out. A minor hardware update in 2024 brought new colors and changed the Lightning port to USB-C (to meet EU regulations), and an update last year added lossless audio and ultra-low latency. But a new version was still well overdue. The $549 AirPods Max […]

You can order Grubhub and Uber Eats ‘conversationally’ with Alexa Plus

Amazon is giving you a new way to order food through Grubhub and Uber Eats with Alexa without having to endure an awkward exchange just to add fries. Amazon said the entire process is meant to be conversational, building your order in a similar manner to ordering in a restaurant. That means changing your order, […]

Nvidia rolls out DLSS 4.5 update with new frame generation features

Nvidia has launched the next major update for its Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) feature, introducing AI-powered frame generation modes for supported GeForce RTX graphics cards. These DLSS 4.5 upgrades are included in the new Nvidia app beta update starting today, allowing players to improve performance and image quality across more than 20 gaming titles. […]