JBL Soundgear Sense are the perfect earbuds for active users

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JBL finally has a pair of true wireless open-ear earbuds. JBL Soundgear Sense promises natural sound quality and air conduction with JBL’s OpenSound Technology. It allows you to hear the world around you without blocking your ears. Whether you’re running, cycling, or hiking, you can stay aware and safe while enjoying your favourite tunes.

The Soundgear Sense are designed for comfort and durability. They have adjustable ear hooks and a detachable neckband that fit securely on your ears. They also have an IP54 rating, which means they can resist sweat, dust, and splashes. The Soundgear Sense deliver JBL’s Signature Sound, even with the open-ear design. They have 16.2mm drivers and a bass-enhancing algorithm that give you rich and balanced sound.

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Google rumoured to aim for longer lifespan, better support with Pixel 8 series

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Google Pixel phones are known for their excellent update support. For example, the Pixel 7 series offers five years of updates, including three OS upgrades and quarterly feature drops. But the next Pixel 8 series could surpass that. The Pixel 8 devices will likely receive more OS upgrades, extending their lifespan beyond Samsung phones. Rumours claim Google seems to be competing with Apple in terms of update support. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro could set a new standard for future Pixel phones.

The upcoming Tensor chip could help Google achieve better support. With rumours of a custom in-house chipset (possibly the Tensor G5 coming in 2025), Google aims to have complete control over hardware and software for enhanced longevity. This is similar to what Apple does with its iPhones through its A-series chips. Apple has provided many years of operating system updates, even for eight-year-old iPhone models.

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Duet AI comes to all of Google's Workspace apps

Google’s Duet AI assistant is now available for all Workspace apps, the company announced. Duet is a virtual assistant that can help you with various tasks in Google apps, such as creating slides, charts, images, summaries, and more. It can also be a creative partner, generating email responses, grammar checks, and other content. Duet combines the helpfulness of Clippy and the creativity of ChatGPT.

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Meta’s news ban in Canada doesn't affect Facebook usage, data shows

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Meta’s decision to block news links in Canada has not affected Facebook usage, according to data from Similarweb and Data.ai. The company faces criticism from the Canadian government over the move, which is a response to a new law that requires platforms to pay publishers for news content. (Google plans to do the same once the law takes effect.)

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