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Google Pauses OSS Product Bug Bounty Rewards After Surge in Invalid Automated Reports
Google temporarily stops OSS VRP product vulnerability reports after a surge in automated submissions, most of which it says are invalid.
Google just replaced Gemini Gems with Skills. Here’s how to use and master them
Gemini Skills let you run reusable instructions from any chat and stack them together. Here's how to create, run, and chain your own.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL falls to $999 for Prime Day with 23% off
Save $300 on the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL at Amazon with this best deal of the year on the 6.8-inch flagship.
Google adds support for Markdown files in Google Docs and Drive
Google has added support for viewing, editing, and collaborating on Markdown files in Google Docs without converting them to Doc format.
Google’s latest Play Services update has a neat trick for your lost belongings
Google's October System Services update makes Find Hub trackers easier to identify, set up and manage, thanks to new NFC support.
Apple may soon track when Google promotes Chrome inside Safari
Apple may be preparing to track when Google promotes Chrome or the Google app to users browsing in Safari, and how users react to those promotions.
Gemini Call for Me might tell your mom you’re running late
Would you call your parents with Google’s AI?
Dell’s Googlebook will also cost less than you (and Google) thought
Dell has confirmed that its first Googlebook will be cheaper than what Google disclosed during the initial reveal.
OpenAI is adding text watermarking in ChatGPT and Codex
It’s launching textGrain watermarking in the EU, but OpenAI says it won’t be the ‘global default’ yet.
Why Fizz Is a Great Option for Phone Service Across Canada
When you’re looking for a phone provider, all the details you need to think about can make your head spin. What’s different about each plan? How does data work? How long is the contract? Are there hidden fees? It’s enough to make you wish someone would come along and just take care of all that for you.Well, Fizz pretty much does that. It removes all those headaches by allowing you to create a plan that’s tailored to you. There’s no sifting through several different preset options to try to figure out which one fits you best. You’ll decide exactly what your plan looks like, how much it costs, and you don’t have to lock yourself into a contract.That flexibility without long-term commitment is a big reason why the company has grown in recent years, now offering network coverage across Canada. So if you’re thinking of switching providers, here are some of the primary reasons why you should consider Fizz.Build Your Plan for Your LifeEveryone’s lives and priorities are different, which means the things they need out of their mobile provider are different. Many providers offer levels of plans that can require you to pay for things you won’t actually use, but Fizz avoids that by letting you create your own plan.That means you can individually set the levels of your data, coverage, text messages, and call minutes based on your personal preferences. You’ll be able to see the price of your plan as you build it, and there are no surprise fees for activation, overcharges, roaming, or anything else. The price you see is the price you’ll pay, and as long as you stay on that plan, your price will stay the same.Whatever plan you build, it’s not set in stone. You don’t have to sign a contract or make any other commitment. If things change or you realize you misjudged what you’d need, you can just change the details in a few clicks directly in your account, and your new plan will go into effect when the next payment cycle starts.Convenience Is KingFizz is a 100% online company, which means you’ll never have to call anyone or visit a physical location to sign up, activate, or change a plan. You just create an account on Fizz.ca to get started.You can order a new phone directly through Fizz as well, with options that include iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, Motorola, and more. You can pay upfront or split up payments over time, or you can bring your existing phone with you to a Fizz plan. All you have to do is check your phone’s compatibility, order your SIM, customize your plan, and activate your SIM. Or if you don’t want to wait, you can activate an eSIM for free. Fizz also offers refurbished phones as an affordable option that are fully inspected, guaranteed to work, and good for the environment.If you want to make changes to your plan, that’s all done through your online account too. Just like when you first signed up, you’ll see the price of your altered plan in real time before you finalize, so there’s no surprises on your next bill.Data Doesn’t Die (And Can Be Gifted)No matter what plan you build or the level of data you choose, unused data doesn’t simply disappear. It automatically rolls over to the next month. Fizz also allows data gifting, so if you realize you’re going to be short on data one month, you can request some from anyone else on the network.If you’re the generous sort and realize you’re going to have extra, you can gift yours to anyone whose plan includes data. You don’t have to pre-designate friends or family to gift your data to, you can give it to strangers if you want. However, it is important to note that you can’t gift rolled over data, just what is part of your current month’s plan.Data gifting does more than just give you the satisfaction of knowing you did a good deed, though that part is nice. It also earns you My Rewards points, which is exactly what it sounds like: a rewards program. You can also get points just from signing up for a Fizz account, inviting friends to join, buying a phone, getting add-ons, or any number of other activities.The more points you accumulate, the more you level up within the loyalty program. This unlocks upgrades and perks, like free mobile data, dollars off your monthly bill, as well as other discounts and benefits.All in all, Fizz offers a combination of flexibility, customization, and ease of use that’s difficult to match. So if you’re thinking of switching mobile providers and want something that’s tailored to your needs without requiring that you make a long-term commitment, Fizz is worth checking out.
Fortnite Has Updated In-Game Art After Fans Discovered a Google Gemini AI Image Watermark
Fortnite has quietly replaced a piece of in-game artwork after fans spotted its original version contained a Google Gemini AI watermark.
Prime Day Is Not Just Amazon: See the Biggest Competing Deals From Sony, Best Buy, and Walmart
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is nearly live, and as usual multiple retailers have introduced their own Prime Day-like sales to compete with Amazon. In this article we're tracking a few sitewide sales from Sony, Walmart, and Best Buy with big discounts on monitors, TVs, headphones, and more. Best Buy Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Want cheaper flights? Google says this is the best time to book one
Google's latest Flights data reveals when airfare is typically cheapest, and why changing when you fly could save you even more.
Google admits not every Android app runs great on Intel Googlebooks
‘A small handful’ of apps apparently need some ‘developer tuning.’
Apple’s rumored smart display is a serious threat to Google Home — if it gets these things right
Apple's long-awaited smart home hub could be a hit — but it needs to fix the longstanding problems with HomeKit.
Google is downgrading Gemini for users on budget plans
Google will soon start limiting access to specific Gemini models for users on its free and lowst-paying tier.
Our minds aren’t equipped to handle AI
AI is junk food for the mind; easy, tempting and ultimately very bad for you.
Google says some Googlebooks have better Android app support than others, and here’s why
The first Googlebooks are finally here, but Google has confirmed to Android Authority that some models might have Android app issues.
I love the Pixel 11 Pro, but Google has 3 big problems to fix for the Pixel 12 Pro
The Pixel 11 Pro is a fantastic smartphone. But it also highlights a few lingering issues Google needs to fix with the Pixel 12 Pro.
Googlebook key features detailed: Here’s what you get with Glowbar, Game Controls, and more
Googlebook laptops are here, and Google is detailing the Glowbar, Game Controls, and other features for new buyers to know.
Google Maps has become nearly unusable for some Pixel 11 users on Android Auto
Some Pixel 11 owners say Google Maps is glitching or freezing in Android Auto, even while other parts of the interface work normally.
Google Pixels could get an all-new way to customize lock screens, for better or for worse
We've dug into the Wallpaper & Style app in the latest Android 17 beta, and discovered a brand-new way to customize your lock screen.
This is the Fitbit Edge: Google’s next fitness tracker finally spills its secrets
Google is reportedly getting ready to launch a new fitness tracker called the Fitbit Edge, and the device has leaked in full!