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Bing’s New Chatbot Isn’t Conscious, (Despite What You May Have Heard)

We're living in a time where AI anxiety is at an all-time high. Predictions about the AI singularity are being thrown around like confetti, and recent reports about Microsoft's new Bing search AI have some folks convinced that we're already living in a world of self-aware machines.

Now, don't get me wrong, I can see why people might think this. When most people hear the term "AI," they imagine Skynet or HAL 9000 – machines with human-like self-awareness, powered by complex processors that rival the human brain.

But the reality of AI is far different from the Hollywood versions we see on the big screen. AI tools like Midjourney, ChatGPT, and Google and Microsoft's search assistants are a far cry from the sentient machines we imagine. In fact, calling chatbots, art generators, or automated programming tools "AI" might be a misnomer – or more likely, a simple marketing tactic.

So, how do these "AI" tools actually work?

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New Emoji Coming in iOS 16.4

Soon you’ll be able to add more flair to your texts and social posts, as 31 new emoji will be arriving with the release of iOS 16.4. People running the iOS 16.4 beta can try them now. These new designs are based on the Unicode 15 standard and are the first new emoji to arrive in over a year. 🤯

The new emoji include a shaking face, pink heart (finally!), a light blue heart, a donkey, moose head, peas in a pod, hairpick, ginger, and many more. Whether you want to express excitement, love, or simply show off your love for wildlife, these new emoji are sure to bring some fun to your convos. 🥳

Who knows, maybe these new emoji will even become the new slang of 2023. What’s your favorite emoji? 👀

The new M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pros are impressive. Watch my review of the M2 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro - and check them out for yourself if interested!

Twitter to Limit 2FA SMS Authentication to Twitter Blue Only

Twitter has made a big change to its two-factor authentication (2FA) system, and it's not sitting well with some users. Starting March 20th, Twitter will no longer provide SMS-based 2FA for free. To continue using this form of authentication, users will have to pay for Twitter Blue, which costs $8 a month on Android and $11 a month on iOS.

The move has been justified by Twitter as a way to improve security, as SMS-based 2FA has been known to be vulnerable to SIM swap hacks. However, some speculate that the real reason behind the change is the cost of sending SMS messages, which can add up for a company like Twitter.

While this change may be disappointing for some users, it's important to remember that there are other, more secure forms of 2FA available, such as authenticator apps and physical security keys. In the end, the choice is yours: pay for the convenience of SMS-based 2FA, or opt for a more secure authentication method.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: Phone of 2023?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is finally here, and it's packed with features that are sure to turn heads. In this video, I bring you a closer look at what makes this phone stand out from the rest. From its 200MP rear camera, to its 12MP front camera, the Galaxy S23 Ultra offers top-notch photography and videography capabilities.

According to MKBHD, the phone is “better than you think,” while The Verge says it’s “practically peerless.”

BTW: You can save up to $1,000 on the Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup!

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Fun Fact: Next week, TikTok will launch a new live trivia game where U.S. users over 18 can test their knowledge on a variety of topics, from sports to art. With a chance to win $500,000, this game has the potential to be a hit among TikTok users. Let's hope it won't meet the same fate as HQ Trivia.

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