Android users can now swap Gemini for other AI assistants, starting with ChatGPT

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Android users seeking alternatives to Google's Gemini assistant now have the option to set other artificial intelligence chatbots as their default. The latest beta version of ChatGPT allows users to replace Gemini, providing a new level of customization.

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Amazon Echo to send all voice recordings to cloud starting March 28

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Amazon is set to eliminate a key privacy feature for its Echo devices, requiring all voice recordings to be sent to its cloud for processing, effective March 28. This change will impact users who previously opted for local processing via the "Do Not Send Voice Recordings" setting.

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Apple's Find My network exploit exposes Bluetooth devices to unauthorized tracking

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Researchers at George Mason University have uncovered a critical security flaw in Apple's Find My network, enabling hackers to silently track any Bluetooth device. This exploit, dubbed "nRootTag," effectively turns any Bluetooth-enabled device, such as a phone or laptop, into a covert AirTag, allowing for remote location tracking without the owner's knowledge.

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Apple News+ to serve up thousands of recipes in new Food section

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Apple is expanding its News+ subscription service with a dedicated Food section, set to launch in April alongside iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4. Subscribers will gain access to tens of thousands of recipes sourced from leading culinary publishers, including Allrecipes, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Good Food, and Serious Eats.

The new section will also feature curated articles on healthy eating, restaurant reviews, and kitchen essentials, all selected by Apple News editors. The recipe format within News+ is designed for ease of use, with clear ingredient lists and step-by-step instructions.

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