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Chinese tech giant Tencent's quarterly revenue jumps 15% on AI investments, gaming unit boost

cnbc.com April Roach 2026-02-07 17:47:01

The Tencent logo is displayed on the exterior of a building at the company’s headquarters, with a surveillance camera visible in the foreground, on November 30, 2024, in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. Tencent on Wednesday reported a 15% jump in second-quarter revenue as a strong performance in its gaming unit and AI investments boosted growth. Here's how Tencent did in the first quarter of 2025: Revenue: 184.504 billion Chinese yuan ($25.7 billion), compared to 161.117 billion Chinese y

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Gemini’s ‘bouncy’ makeover starts rolling out, and it’s kinda fun to watch

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 16:10:00

AssembleDebug / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out an updated overlay for the Gemini AI assistant with a more rounded design. The new interface features an animated circular entrance that expands into a pill-shaped form, complementing the rounded design to give the overlay a fun appearance. We previously spotted these changes, and they are now appearing for some users. Google has been making great progress with Gemini, to the point that it stands on par with its competitors. Its d

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Breaking: One UI 8 beta starts rolling out for the Galaxy S24 series, Z Fold 6 and Flip 6

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 16:43:58

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has begun rolling out the first One UI 8 beta for the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6. The update has been currently spotted in the UK and Korea for the Galaxy S24 series, and in Korea for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6. However, Samsung has promised that these devices will also get the update in the US and India, so stay tuned. Samsung recently announced that the One UI 8 beta program will be available on more Galaxy devic

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We went hands-on with Google Translate’s Duolingo rival ahead of its launch (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 17:00:05

TL;DR We managed to activate and use the Practice feature in Google Translate. This feature is effectively Google’s take on Duolingo and lets you practice a desired language. The feature currently lets you practice French or Spanish in a variety of preset scenarios, but you can also create your own lessons. Earlier this year, we discovered evidence that Google was working on a new Practice feature in Google Translate. This would allow people to (surprise) practice a desired language. Now, we’

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I tested Preferred Sources, and it’s one of the best Google Search features in years

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 17:00:44

Joe Maring / Android Authority When we talk about Google Search in 2025, it’s usually not for a good reason. AI Overviews are more prevalent than ever, despite still not being particularly good. Google widely rolled out (the very flawed) AI Mode to users in May, and the traditional Google Search experience remains cluttered with ads and low-quality results. This has made me (understandably) hesitant when Google launches a new feature for Search, but the company’s latest one — Preferred Sources

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Gemini on Android may soon support the full range of Canvas creation options (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:00:02

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Earlier this year, Google Gemini introduced Canvas for working with documents. Canvas on the web allows you to create things like apps, Audio Overviews, and infographics straight from your docs. Now it looks like Google’s working to bring the same option to the Gemini mobile app. On-device AI models like Gemini Nano are very impressive for what they’re able to do within some serious hardware constraints, but when it comes to AI solutions capable of s

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You’re not making the most of YouTube and YouTube Premium if you’re not using this trick

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:00:59

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Back in April, I watched dozens of YouTube videos about Budapest before traveling there. When I returned home, my YouTube home page was still full of Budapest videos, and although I haven’t clicked on any since then, I still get them in my recommendations to this day. The same happened when I obsessed over lawnmowers before buying one, and the Ninja Woodfire grill before I splurged on it. YouTube keeps recommending videos for things I was momentarily intrigued

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Miss the microSD slot on your phone? T-Mobile’s latest phone might be for you.

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:11:10

TL;DR T-Mobile has launched the Revvl 8 smartphone, the latest model in the brand’s Revvl portfolio. The new phone stands out from the previous model thanks to an upgraded chip, improved camera hardware, and faster charging. Expect to pay $199.99 when the phone goes on sale tomorrow (August 14). T-Mobile has offered its Revvl phones for a while now, and these are decent if unspectacular budget Android phones. Now, the carrier has announced the Revvl 8. So, what does it bring to the table? Th

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Files by Google’s swanky Material 3 Expressive redesign is now rolling out for all

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:28:22

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Files by Google is starting to receive its Material 3 Expressive redesign. The new design brings bigger media thumbnails, flatter folder icons, and reorganized floating buttons. These changes are starting to roll out with the app’s stable version, suggesting a broader release in the coming weeks. Google is starting to drape an array of apps with the new Material 3 Expressive theme. It has already rolled out splashes of the latest design philosophy to

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Let’s discuss: What is your smartphone’s battery health percentage?

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:42:43

Andy Walker / Android Authority 🗣️ This is an open thread. We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. I have a few older phones in my collection. I’ve rattled on about how I love each of them for a host of reasons: the Nokia 9 PureView for its quirky camera, the Galaxy Note 9 for its complete feature kit and S Pen, and the P30 Pro, which is somehow still nearly outlasting my Galaxy S24 FE on a sing

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AT&T starts offering $240 loyalty discount to some users — here’s who’s eligible

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 20:14:12

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T is sending some existing Fiber broadband customers a $20 monthly loyalty discount for 12 months, for a total savings of $240. The offer appears to be rolled out at random; eligibility doesn’t require being a long-time customer. This follows uproar caused by Verizon’s pricing changes and other carriers rolling out retention and loyalty discounts. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? Set us as a preferred source in Google Search to

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As a cell phone expert, these are the 5 cheapest carriers I recommend

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-07 21:00:02

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Over the last few years, I’ve tried well over a dozen phone service providers across a variety of different price points. While I regularly recommend a few carriers above the rest, what if you’re simply looking for the cheapest service you can get without sacrificing too much in terms of quality and features? The good news is that there are plenty of options out there. Below, I’ll focus on just five carriers that I feel offer a solid mix of pricing, reputation,

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Apple takes Apple Cinemas to the courtroom box office

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2026-02-07 20:30:57

Apple has taken aim at Apple Cinemas in a new trademark lawsuit, and the dispute is starting to feel like it belongs on the big screen. The movie theater chain, founded in 2013 and long based in the Northeastern U.S., expanded to San Francisco last month and has plans for 100 locations nationwide, including some near Apple Park and Apple Stores. Joe Rossignol reported earlier this month for MacRumors: “Apple Cinemas is knowingly and intentionally using the name Apple to sow confusion for its

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OpenAI adds new GPT-5 models, restores o3, o4-mini and it's a mess all over again

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-02-07 20:24:31

One of the few things many disliked about ChatGPT was the confusing number of models. OpenAI claimed GPT-5 would fix this, but it seems to have made it worse. A new update is rolling out to ChatGPT. It doesn't upgrade GPT-5, but instead adds more options that some of you would love. Previously, GPT-5 had two variants - GPT (auto-rotates between reasoning and non-reasoning) and GPT-Thinking (reasoning). GPT-5 model selector Source: BleepingComputer Today's update populates the ChatGPT 5 mode

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Will AI replace all software? Why GPT-5 emboldens the doomsayers

zdnet.com Tiernan Ray 2026-02-07 09:00:00

maciek905/Getty Images ZDNET's key takeaways Wall Street fears AI models will replace all packaged software. AI models' coding ability is still very mixed. Software executives are positioning their firms to be survivors. The modern software industry has existed for 50 years, since the founding of Microsoft in 1975. "Bill built the first software company in the industry," said late Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs in 2007, referring to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. "Bill was really fo

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Your Windows PC has a secretly useful backup tool - here's how to access it

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2026-02-07 16:00:18

Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Windows has a hidden backup tool in Windows 10 and 11. It can save files to discs, drives, or network locations. Deprecated by Microsoft, so expect occasional errors. Regularly backing up your files is always a good idea, just in case any important or irreplaceable ones go missing. For that, you can turn to a variety of programs. But Windows itself has a built-in backup tool that's simple and flexible. The catch is that you

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These cheap AirPods accessories solved my biggest problem with Apple's earbuds

zdnet.com Jada Jones 2026-02-07 16:35:15

Jada Jones/ZDNET Your AirPods can be your best friend, small enough to stay in your pocket or bag until you need them. But if you like to work out with your AirPods, pushing your slippery earbuds back into your ear can become a particularly intense workout. I've found three products to help with this problem -- a few dollars spent can revitalize your AirPods experience. Also: Best AirPods 2025: I've tested every pair of Apple headphones and earbuds Unfortunately, some people's ear anatomy sim

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I pried open a cheap 600W charger to test its build, and found 'goo' inside

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-02-07 16:45:15

It's easy to silkscreen 600W on the product, but can the product live up to the hype? Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I test dozens of chargers every year. Some are excellent, while others fall short. Here on ZDNET, I only feature the cream of the crop -- the best of the best. However, I occasionally receive requests from readers asking for my thoughts or opinions on specific products. Lately, one product that's been generating a lot of buzz is this 600W GaN charger. Also: This wall charger repl

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Why I recommend this Garmin watch over competing Apple, Samsung, and Google models

zdnet.com Matthew Miller 2026-02-07 17:00:18

Garmin Vivoactive 6 ZDNET's key takeaways The Garmin Vivoactive 6 is available in four colors for $300. The AMOLED display is brilliant, the available activity functions are comprehensive, and the battery lasts 5-11 days. There is no altimeter, the 30 minute smart alarm interval is a bit long, and it's a bit small for those with larger wrists. View now at Amazon View now at Garmin more buying choices Garmin's latest smartwatch for the masses, the Vivoactive 6, brings a fresh perspective to it

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I've used Rakuten for a year and earned nearly $500 - here's how

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2026-02-07 18:00:17

Kayla Solino/ZDNET What if I told you that you can save on that purchase you were about to make via cash back, and that it's as easy as enabling a browser extension or using an app? While it sounds questionable, I'm here to quell your concerns. I've been using Rakuten's cash back program for over a year, and I've saved around $450 so far. I began using the platform in early 2024 -- and now I'm a user for life. Also: 3 ways Google Chrome and Wallet just made shopping a whole lot easier But be

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Changing these 4 Android phone settings made the system feel like new again

zdnet.com Prakhar Khanna 2026-02-07 18:15:14

Kerry Wan/ZDNET As a person who covers consumer tech for a living, I get to use a few dozen smartphones every year. While I almost always advise on which is the new best smartphone, the majority of consumers don't upgrade every year. I have friends and family who tell me they don't want to upgrade and ask, "How can I make my current phone faster?" I finally have an answer. Also: I test dozens of Android phones every year: Here's how Google, Samsung, and more stack up I don't get to use review

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This palm-recognizing smart lock left me wondering how I lived so long without it

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-02-07 18:30:17

TCL D1 Pro ZDNET's key takeaways The TCL D1 Pro smart lock is available for $170. This smart lock features some of the most reliable and fastest palm recognition technology I've tested, and it has a rechargeable battery instead of the standard replaceable batteries. The TCL D1 Pro's biggest downfall is the app, which is not user-friendly for customizing settings and feels outdated. $125.98 at Amazon Palm vein recognition is becoming quite popular among smart lock manufacturers, and the TCL D1

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Perplexity offers to buy Google Chrome for $34.5B

news.ycombinator.com Emma Roth 2026-02-07 16:38:18

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The startup also offered to buy TikTok earlier this year. Google hasn’t indicated that it would sell Chrome at any price, and so far, the court hasn’t ordered a sale. Perplexity spokesperson Jesse Dwyer confirmed to The Verge that the WSJ’s reporting is accurat

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The Rock Art of Serrania De La Lindosa

news.ycombinator.com Trupp 2026-02-03 09:22:45

The Rock Art of Serrania De La Lindosa Within Southeast Colombia's Orinoco River basin, a series of massive rocky sandstone mesas, called tepuis, rise up from the dense humid jungle. Since ancient times the cliffs of these mountains were important cultural sites. They served as shelters, navigational way points, communal gathering sites, and as giant canvases for their rock art, for early inhabitants to communicate their mythologies, histories, and exploits. One such stretch of these tepuis, La

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Fingerjigger

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-03 06:36:29

Fingerjigger is a fun typing game - how fast can you type? Unfortunately you don't have JavaScript enabled! You'll need to turn JavaScript on in order to play Fingerjigger.

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The Factory Timezone

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-07 16:03:14

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FFmpeg 8.0 adds Whisper support

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-07 18:19:35

@ -7682,6 +7682,113 @@ There are 6 samples at -4 dB, 62 at -5 dB, 286 at -6 dB, etc. In other words, raising the volume by +4 dB does not cause any clipping, raising it by +5 dB causes clipping for 6 samples, etc. @anchor{whisper} @section whisper It runs automatic speech recognition using the OpenAI's Whisper model. It requires the whisper.cpp library (https://github.com/ggml-org/whisper.cpp) as a prerequisite. After installing the library it can be enabled using: @code{./configure --en

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Illegal Price-Gouging Runs Rampant After Disasters. The LA Fires Proved It

gizmodo.com Jake Bittle 2026-02-07 20:00:23

Last January, a series of massive wildfires broke out across the Los Angeles area, fueled by high winds and dry temperatures. The fires raged for weeks, incinerating entire neighborhoods in the wealthy Pacific Palisades and in middle-class Altadena. They killed at least 30 people and destroyed at least 10,000 homes. As the embers cooled, thousands of displaced Angelenos scrambled to find new housing in a rental market that was already among the nation’s toughest. They scoured Zillow and Airbnb

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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Aug. 13

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-07 12:36:00

Gael Cooper CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She's been a journalist since 1989, working at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Twin Cities Sidewalk, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and NBC News Digital. She's Gen X in birthdate, word and deed. If Marathon candy bars ever come back, she'll be first in line.

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Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 13, #1516: Did You Know This Word?

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-07 17:00:06

Gael Cooper CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She's been a journalist since 1989, working at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Twin Cities Sidewalk, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and NBC News Digital. She's Gen X in birthdate, word and deed. If Marathon candy bars ever come back, she'll be first in line.

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Chinese tech giant Tencent's quarterly revenue jumps 15% on AI investments, gaming unit boost

Gemini’s ‘bouncy’ makeover starts rolling out, and it’s kinda fun to watch

Breaking: One UI 8 beta starts rolling out for the Galaxy S24 series, Z Fold 6 and Flip 6

We went hands-on with Google Translate’s Duolingo rival ahead of its launch (APK teardown)

I tested Preferred Sources, and it’s one of the best Google Search features in years

Gemini on Android may soon support the full range of Canvas creation options (APK teardown)

You’re not making the most of YouTube and YouTube Premium if you’re not using this trick

Miss the microSD slot on your phone? T-Mobile’s latest phone might be for you.

Files by Google’s swanky Material 3 Expressive redesign is now rolling out for all

Let’s discuss: What is your smartphone’s battery health percentage?

AT&T starts offering $240 loyalty discount to some users — here’s who’s eligible

As a cell phone expert, these are the 5 cheapest carriers I recommend

Apple takes Apple Cinemas to the courtroom box office

OpenAI adds new GPT-5 models, restores o3, o4-mini and it's a mess all over again

Will AI replace all software? Why GPT-5 emboldens the doomsayers

Your Windows PC has a secretly useful backup tool - here's how to access it

These cheap AirPods accessories solved my biggest problem with Apple's earbuds

I pried open a cheap 600W charger to test its build, and found 'goo' inside

Why I recommend this Garmin watch over competing Apple, Samsung, and Google models

I've used Rakuten for a year and earned nearly $500 - here's how

Changing these 4 Android phone settings made the system feel like new again

This palm-recognizing smart lock left me wondering how I lived so long without it

Perplexity offers to buy Google Chrome for $34.5B

The Rock Art of Serrania De La Lindosa

Fingerjigger

The Factory Timezone

FFmpeg 8.0 adds Whisper support

Illegal Price-Gouging Runs Rampant After Disasters. The LA Fires Proved It

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Aug. 13

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