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Why nobody’s stopping Grok

  • Technology
  • Nilay Patel
  • Jan 22, 2026

Today’s episode of Decoder is about X, Grok, and Elon Musk. By now we’re several weeks into one of the worst, most upsetting, and most stupidly irresponsible AI controversies in the short history of g...

Google Search AI Mode can use Gmail and Photos to get to know you

  • Technology
  • Jess Weatherbed
  • Jan 22, 2026

Google is helping AI Mode to provide more personalized responses in Search by allowing the chatbot to analyze your Gmail and Google Photos accounts. After launching for Gemini AI last week, "Personal...

Lenovo wants other companies to make accessories for its modular laptops.

  • Technology
  • Andrew Liszewski
  • Jan 22, 2026

Two years ago, Lenovo introduced a collection of modular Magic Bay accessories for its ThinkBook 16p. They attached to a magnetic pin connector at the top of the laptop's display and added functionali...

AMD’s faster Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU arrives on January 29th for $499

  • Technology
  • Tom Warren
  • Jan 22, 2026

AMD announced an improved version of its popular Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor at CES earlier this month, and it's now confirming a release date and pricing today. The new Ryzen 7 9850X3D will debut on Ja...

This plugin uses Wikipedia’s AI-spotting guide to make AI writing sound more human

  • Technology
  • Emma Roth
  • Jan 22, 2026

A new tool aims to help AI chatbots generate more human-sounding text - with the help of Wikipedia's guide for detecting AI, as reported by Ars Technica. Developer Siqi Chen says he created the tool,...

Nintendo is following up Alarmo with a weird Talking Flower in March

  • Technology
  • Andrew Liszewski
  • Jan 22, 2026

After sharing a brief look at its new Talking Flower toy during a Nintendo Direct showcase last September that generated more questions than answers, Nintendo has finally revealed more details about w...

Adobe is developing “IP-safe” gen AI models for the entertainment industry

  • Technology
  • Charles Pulliam-Moore
  • Jan 22, 2026

As Hollywood continues to embrace generative AI, Adobe is taking steps to make its Firefly suite of creative tools the go-to for studios' entertainment production needs. Timed to this year's Sundance...

1Password is introducing a new phishing prevention feature

  • Technology
  • Andrew Liszewski
  • Jan 22, 2026

A successful phishing attack can cost a business an average of $4.8 million, according to research from IBM. To help reduce the risk of one succeeding, either at work or at home, 1Password is introduc...

Waymo is accepting public riders in Miami

  • Technology
  • Andrew J. Hawkins
  • Jan 22, 2026

Waymo is kicking off the new year with a new city: Miami. Starting today, anyone on the company's waitlist of approximately 10,000 people can hail one of its robotaxis for trips within a 60-square-mil...

The Best Motorola Phones (2026), Tested and Reviewed

  • Technology
  • Julian Chokkattu
  • Jan 22, 2026

Motorola phones may seem old-school, but their reasonable prices, colorful designs, and simple software make them good, wallet-friendly Android smartphones.

Big games are getting bigger — and so are the stakes

  • Technology
  • Jay Peters
  • Jan 22, 2026

Ubisoft is making some massive changes to its business: As part of a reorganization, the company will focus its efforts on the big open-world games it's famous for along with live service titles, and...

7 Best Smart Locks (2026) for Front Doors, Side Doors, and Even Garages

  • Technology
  • Nena Farrell
  • Jan 22, 2026

Upgrade your locks with fingerprint-scanning or a keypad, whether it’s at the front door or a sliding glass entryway.