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    Collaborating in Google Drive? Gemini can catch you up on changes made to your files now

    Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images If you collaborate with other people on the same Google Drive files, a new AI-powered feature will help you stay on top of any changes made while you’re away. Google recently announced a new feature called Catch me up. Starting Wednesday, Google said, Gemini can tell when changes are […] More

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    My favorite 12-in-1 electric screwdriver is the only one you’ll need – especially when it’s on sale

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Hoto 12-in-1 electric screwdriver is typically priced at $60, but is currently on sale for $40. This electric screwdriver has a fast 220 RPM motor, two buttons for screwing in and out for ease of use, three torque settings for different tasks, a circular LED shadowless lamp for better visibility. […] More

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    Google hits pause on AI-powered ‘Ask Photos’ after user complaints

    Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETAlmost a year after teasing an AI-powered “Ask Photos” feature for its Photos app, Google says the feature still isn’t quite ready.An official rollout has been going on since October, but Google says it’s pausing the current rollout at least two weeks while it works out some bugs.Also: This new Google app lets you use AI on your phone without the internet – here’s howIf you’re not familiar, the feature helps you find certain photos or bits of information by asking Gemini. For example, you might ask, “Where did we camp the last time we went to Yosemite?” or “Find selfies I took in museums on my trip to New York.” The feature wasn’t exactly reliable, though, often missing photos that were in the folder and running painfully slow at times. Responding to complaints on X, Jamie Aspinall, product manager for Google Photos, said, “Ask Photos isn’t where it needs to be, in terms of latency, quality and ux. Rollout has been paused at very small numbers while we address these issues. In ~2 weeks we’ll ship an improved version that brings back the speed and recall of the original search.” Aspinall didn’t explain specifically how Google was addressing these problems.  More

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    Miss out on Nintendo Switch 2 preorders? Here’s how to buy one

    Nintendo The Nintendo Switch 2<!–> is finally almost here. And if you missed out on the chance to preorder the console, don’t fret: Plenty of retailers including Best Buy–> and GameStop<!–> have officially partnered with Nintendo to ensure that stores have at least some physical stock available for customers on launch day June 5. To […] More

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    My pick for the best Roku TV is over 50% off at Best Buy

    Roku Roku is one of the biggest names in streaming services, and ever since the first Roku-branded TVs hit the market in 2023, they’ve been a go-to choice for affordable and reliable TVs. And whether you’re looking to upgrade your main screen in your home theater, or are looking for a cheap second screen, you […] More

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    This Samsung laptop is one of my favorites for work and travel – and it’s on sale

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways You can buy the latest Galaxy Book5 Pro for a starting retail price of $1,349. It sports a brilliant 3K touchscreen and large touchpad, plus Intel’s Lunar Lake chip delivers next-gen performance. Despite the better hardware, this laptop shares some design flaws as its predecessor. –> For a limited time, the […] More