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CHAT HOT | 9-MINUTE READ
Sexy AI Chatbots Are Creating Thorny Issues for Fandom
BY ELIZABETH MINKEL
Generative AI allows fans to "talk" to their favorite characters, drawing comparisons to everything from role-playing to fan fiction. But do they actually want to outsource all the fun to AI?
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The Best Car Phone Mounts and Chargers
BY SIMON HILL
These mobile accessories will make your smartphone a better—and safer—road trip companion.
UNDUE INFLUENCE | 9-MINUTE READ
Meta's News Block Causes Chaos as Canada Burns
BY TRACEY LINDEMAN
News has been removed from Facebook and Instagram after the Canadian government told Meta to pay publishers, leaving consumers unable to access vital information during wildfires.
BAD SIGNAL | 3-MINUTE READ
The Cheap Radio Hack That Disrupted Poland's Railway System
BY ANDY GREENBERG
The sabotage of more than 20 trains in Poland by apparent supporters of Russia was carried out with a simple "radio-stop" command anyone could broadcast with $30 in equipment.
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BUYING GUIDE | 11-MINUTE READ
Our Favorite Merino Wool Clothes to Keep You Comfy in Any Weather
BY SCOTT GILBERTSON AND ADRIENNE SO
Merino is one of our favorite fabrics for a reason. We also explain the different blends, what gsm means, and how to care for your clothes.
ENIGMA | 5-MINUTE READ
The Low-Stakes Race to Crack an Encrypted German U-Boat Message
BY CATHY ALTER
A ramshackle team of American scientists scrambled to decode the Nazi cipher before the time ran out. Luckily, they had a secret weapon.
Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?
BY JULIAN CHOKKATTU
An iPhone 15 is on the way. If you're thinking of upgrading, start with our ultimate breakdown of Apple's smartphones.
WATCH NOW CHAT LATER | 3-MINUTE READ
Struggling to Schedule Video Calls? Here's How to Have an Asynchronous One
BY DAVID NIELD
Tools like Zoom's Clips feature to make it easier to have meetings across time zones and busy schedules.
PRODUCT REVIEW | 4-MINUTE READ
The Nanoleaf 4D Lighting Kit Gives Your TV an Instant Glow Up
BY NENA FARRELL
This kit projects color-coordinated lights on the walls around your TV for a great, immersive viewing experience.
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