Google’s Chromecast is no more. With Tuesday’s introduction of its successor, the company laid to rest the brand that kicked off 11 years ago with a novel product that helped move streaming onto the center stage of home entertainment. With the Google TV Streamer taking the baton, it’s time to look back at 11 years of Chromecast.Google’s casting-centric brand arrived on July 24, 2013, with the first-generation Chromecast. The streaming stick plugged directly into a TV’s HDMI port and lacked a remote control. Instead, you fired up content using a mobile device or computer.Most importantly, the innovative gizmo only cost…
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Gemini AI could reportedly soon be integrated with specific earbuds allowing users to access the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot without using the paired smartphone. Google has been continuously expanding its in-house AI chatbot in both functionality as well as in scope. Most of Google’s apps now come with Gemini tools, and as per a new report, the company might also be looking to expand it to more devices as well. Notably, the company is also rumoured to launch Pixel Buds Pro 2 later this year.Gemini AI to Reportedly Arrive on EarbudsAccording to a report by 9to5Google, users may soon be…
Model Y cars are pictured during the opening ceremony of the new Tesla Gigafactory for electric cars in Gruenheide, Germany, March 22, 2022. Patrick Pleul | Pool | Via ReutersEuropean drugstore giant Rossmann announced Tuesday it will no longer buy Tesla’s electric vehicles for its fleet, effective immediately, citing CEO Elon Musk’s pro-Trump political support.Rossmann, based in Germany, said in a statement that its decision was “based on the incompatibility between the statements of Tesla CEO Elon Musk and the values that Tesla represents with its products.””Elon Musk makes no secret of his support for Donald Trump,” Raoul Rossmann, a spokesperson for…
Workers assemble second-generation R1 vehicles at electric auto maker Rivian’s manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois, U.S. June 21, 2024. Joel Angel Juarez | ReutersRivian Automotive beat Wall Street’s top- and bottom-line expectations for the second quarter as the electric vehicle maker continues to take costs out of its business.Here is how the company did, compared to estimates from analysts polled by LSEG:Earnings per share: Loss of $1.13 adjusted vs. loss of $1.21 expectedAutomotive revenue: $1.16 billion vs. $1.14 billion expectedThe company’s adjusted net losses widened during the second quarter to $1.46 billion, or a loss of $1.46 per share, compared with…
Salem had better get ready. “Hurricane Sami” Brady will return to Days of Our Lives early in 2025. Sami is one of those characters that people either love or hate. Whichever camp you fall into, there’s no denying that she brings the drama. There’s no word yet on what her storyline will be, but does it really matter? Whatever over-the-top behavior or impulsive scheme Sami’s gotten herself into now will be a lot of fun! (Peacock/Screenshot) Sami Left Town Because Of Lucas’ Nonsense This Is A Chance To Correct That Character Assassinating Storyline Sami left town heartbroken after learning that…
This combination of pictures shows Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington, DC on July 22, 2024, and Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz in Washington, DC, July 3, 2024. Jim Watson, Chris Kleponis | AFP | Getty ImagesThe Kamala Harris and Donald Trump presidential campaigns on Tuesday raced to push out dueling portraits of newly announced Democratic running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.To hear the Harris campaign tell it, Walz is a relatable moderate. According to Trump’s operation, he’s a radical leftist.What neither campaign disputes is that Walz is a relative unknown on the national stage. In a campaign that is playing…
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When you think of men’s fragrances, the first things that pop into your mind are strong, woodsy, musky scents or those spicy tobacco and dark accords. And although those odors are attractive and effective, sometimes you just want something light, refreshing, and invigorating. That is where Acqua Di Parma cologne outshines other brands. The company broke free from the stereotype and provided guys with a subtle yet satisfying olfactory experience. I searched all over the internet for the best Acqua Di Parma colognes, whether you will wear them as your daily signature or simply need to smell fresh at a…
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Treasury yields bounced back on Tuesday as investors closely monitored a reversal of the previous day’s global market sell-off.The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note traded4 basis points higher at 3.82% at 9:02 a.m. ET. It comes after the yield on the 10-year Treasury note on Monday fell to its lowest level since June 2023.The yield on the 2-year Treasury note traded over 5 basis points higher at 3.932%. Yields and prices move in opposite directions, and one basis point is equivalent to 0.01%.Global markets appeared on track to shake off Monday’s dramatic downturn.U.S. stocks kicked off the month…
Mary Daly, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, during the National Association of Business Economics (NABE) economic policy conference in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024. Graeme Sloan | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesSan Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly on Monday said she expects that interest rates will be cut later this year but declined to provide a timetable or the extent to which the central bank will ease.With markets expecting aggressive reductions starting in September, Daly said progress on inflation and a clear slowdown in hiring likely will drive the Fed to some extent of…
Joshua Malina‘s wife, Melissa Merwin, has filed for divorce from the West Wing actor after nearly 28 years of marriage, citing “irreconcilable differences.” According to court documents obtained by TMZ on Monday (August 5), Merwin, a costume designer who has worked on productions like Fallen, Ellen, and Point of No Return, has requested spousal support from Malina. An exact date of the separation was not specified. Merwin did not request child support as the former couple share two adult children, daughter Isabel, 26, and son Avi, 22. The documents state that Merwin would like to dissolve the marriage “amicably” and…
In an interview with Sight & Sound magazine, David Lynch revealed that he was diagnosed with emphysema due to constant smoking throughout his life, and consequently must remain “homebound” to avoid colds, COVID-19, and other sicknesses. Lynch added that he could direct movies “remotely,” but that he “wouldn’t like that so much.” After speculation that this meant the longtime creative would retire, Lynch released an official statement today clarifying that’s not the case.“Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking,” Lynch wrote in his statement. “I have to say that I enjoyed smoking very much, and I do…
Two Shell have teamed up with Sugababes for their pulsing rework entitled ‘Round’. The enigmatic dance duo have collaborated with the UK girl group to remix their 2002 hit ‘Round Round’ into an icy future garage track. It follows their single ‘gimmi it’, released earlier in May this year, and their FKA Twigs collaboration ‘Talk To Me’, which dropped in March. ‘Round’ originally appeared in the pair’s 2022 Hessle Audio mix, and has since gone on to become a fan favourite. Two Shell have since reworked the track seven times before its current incarnation, with Sugababes rerecording their vocals specially…
It can be hard to keep track of all your belongings with our busy lives, work, kids — you name it. The Apple AirTag is an affordable little Bluetooth tracker that can be placed on or inside your bag or luggage, attached to your pet’s collar or your keys, or anything else you might have a habit of losing. But to make the most of your AirTag, it’s worth investing in the best AirTag accessories, like a keychain, holder or case. Convenience is key here, and we’ve tested dozens of AirTag accessories to help you choose the best AirTag holders…
Apple released the iOS 18 Developer Beta 5 for iPhone on Monday. The update brings a handful of new features for Apple users, with some of them based on the feedback received from previous beta updates. The user interface (UI) of the Photos app has been tweaked to make accessing media more convenient, while the Safari browser gets a new feature that aims to reduce distractions while reading web pages. The update also contains bug fixes and system improvements for the iPhone.iOS 18 Developer Beta 5 FeaturesAt the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 on June 10, Apple showcased its revamped…
Would it be an episode of The Bachelorette Season 21 if Jenn wasn’t testing her fear of heights with these unsuspecting men? I’m beginning to wonder if she may have told a little fib about the whole heights thing because she never misses an opportunity to jump, fly, or do just about anything up in the clouds. I’ll give it to her, though. Each opportunity allows her to snuggle up to her men, and you can’t be mad about it. (Disney/John Fleenor) I forgot we didn’t actually have a rose ceremony to close out the previous hour until things opened…
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Monday blamed Vice President Kamala Harris for the stock market’s dramatic plunge, months after claiming he deserved credit for the market’s then-record upswing.”Of course there is a massive market downturn. Kamala is even worse than Crooked Joe,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social about Harris, the de facto Democratic presidential nominee.The night before, as Asian markets fell dramatically, the former president wrote, “STOCK MARKETS CRASHING. I TOLD YOU SO!!! KAMALA DOESN’T HAVE A CLUE. BIDEN IS SOUND ASLEEP. ALL CAUSED BY INEPT U.S. LEADERSHIP!”U.S. stocks dropped sharply Monday, apparently in reaction to…