The Verge·3yYou can now try Microsoft Loop, a Notion competitor with futuristic Office documents
Microsoft is now letting anyone preview Microsoft Loop, a collaborative hub offering a new way of working across Office apps and managing tasks and projects. The main interface looks a lot like Notion, a workspace app that is used by Adobe, Figma, Amazon, and many other businesses. Loop pages are like blank canvases where people can share and collaborate.
The Verge·3yHow hackers took over Linus Tech Tips
The Verge YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips and two other YouTube channels have been restored after a major hack allowed a bad actor to do things like livestream crypto scam videos, change channel names, and even delete videos. In a new video, owner Linus Sebastian explains that the breach bypassed things like password and two-factor protections.
The Verge·3yMicrosoft Copilot leak shows AI automatically creating a PowerPoint presentation
Microsoft has leaked details of a PowerPoint Copilot feature that utilizes AI to automatically create presentations based on Word documents. The feature allows users to customize slides without needing to know complex PowerPoint features. Google recently announced similar AI additions to their productivity apps.
The Verge·3yAdobe made an AI image generator
The Verge Adobe is finally launching its own AI image generator. The company is announcing a ‘family of creative generative AI models’ today called Adobe Firefly and releasing the first two tools that take advantage of them. At launch, Adobe is calling Firefly a beta, and it’ll only be available through a website.
The Verge·3yValve announces Counter-Strike 2, a free replacement for CS:GO
Valve announces Counter-Strike 2, a free replacement for CS:GO. The full game is expected to release in summer 2023, according to a FAQ. CS2 is based on Valve's Source 2 engine and includes updates to some of the game’s core mechanics.
The Verge·3yTwitter says source code was leaked on GitHub, now it’s trying to find the culprit
Twitter says source code was leaked on GitHub, now it's trying to find the culprit. Twitter has asked for the names and IP addresses of anyone who downloaded the code. The name of the account is listed as “FreeSpeechEnthusiast,” in an apparent reference to Twitter CEO Elon Musk.
The Verge·3yThe best mechanical keyboards to buy right now
The Verge lists the best mechanical keyboards of 2023 - The Verge. It’s hard to beat the tactility, durability, or good looks of a mechanical keyboard, but if you’re looking for one, it can be hard to know where to start. Here are our top picks, including both wired and wireless models.
The Verge·3yElon Musk reportedly tried and failed to take over OpenAI
Elon Musk reportedly tried and failed to take over OpenAI in 2018. Musk was part of a small group that founded the AI lab in 2015 as a nonprofit, intending the firm to share research for the wider benefit of society. But, says Semafor, by early 2018 Musk was worried the company was falling behind Google.
The Verge·3yMozilla is creating a startup to build more open and trustworthy AI
Mozilla is creating a new startup called Mozilla.ai, which the company hopes ‘will build a trustworthy and independent open-source AI ecosystem’ Moez Draief, a longtime AI researcher and scientist, is leading the new startup, and Mozilla is investing $30 million to get it started.
The Verge·3yThe best noise-canceling headphones to buy right now
The most important measures are comfort, how well they can eliminate outside noise, sound quality, battery life, and whether they support multipoint pairing. The right headphones for you will differ based on which of those things you prioritize. The best wireless headphones for most people are Sony’s WH-1000XM5s.
The Verge·3yKeychron Q1 Pro review: they actually pulled it off
Keychron Q1 Pro is a premium wireless mechanical keyboard with a customizable layout, great typing feel, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity. It offers excellent battery life and is available in different switch options. The keyboard is designed for those who prefer a 75 percent layout and want the flexibility of wireless connectivity.
The Verge·3ySpotify’s new design is part TikTok, part Instagram, and part YouTube
Spotify's new design aims to make it easier for users to find new content by incorporating imagery, vertical scrolling, and elements reminiscent of TikTok and Instagram. The redesign reflects Spotify's goal of becoming more than just a music app, with a focus on podcasts, audiobooks, and live audio. The app now offers autoplaying video podcasts, dedicated sections for music and podcasts, and personalized AI features. Spotify's new design represents its ambition to be a comprehensive platform for audio and visual content.
The Verge·3yArc’s mobile browser is here — and it’s not really a web browser at all
Arc’s mobile browser is available today on iOS, though you’ll need an existing Arc membership to use it, which is still only available by invitation. The app is very much just your sidebar on your phone. The first version of Arc's mobile app didn’t even have a web view.
The Verge·3ySlack’s new ChatGPT bot will talk to your colleagues for you
Slack has announced an AI-powered app called ChatGPT that helps users craft replies to colleagues quickly. The app allows users to draft replies instead of typing them out and also offers AI-powered research tools and summarization capabilities. This announcement comes as part of Salesforce's introduction of Einstein GPT, its own AI model for CRM software systems.
The Verge·3yElon Musk and top AI researchers call for pause on ‘giant AI experiments’
A number of well-known AI researchers have signed an open letter calling on AI labs around the world to pause development of large-scale AI systems. The letter, published by the nonprofit Future of Life Institute, notes that AI labs are currently locked in an ‘out-of-control race’ to develop and deploy machine learning systems.
The Verge·3yThe new Microsoft Teams is here with big performance improvements and UI changes
Microsoft Teams has been rebuilt from the ground up, with a new preview available today for businesses to try out this radical rework that has been years in the making. The new Microsoft Teams app should be 3x faster and launching or joining meetings two times faster. Microsoft has also given Teams a visual refresh to better match Windows 11.
The Verge·3yTwitter takes its algorithm ‘open-source,’ as Musk promised
The Verge Twitter has released the code that chooses which tweets show up on your timeline to GitHub. It breaks down what the algorithm looks at when determining which tweets to feature in the For You timeline, and how it ranks and filters them. CEO Elon Musk has been preparing his audience to be disappointed in the algorithm when they see it.
The Verge·3yThe swagged-out pope is an AI fake — and an early glimpse of a new reality
The Verge AI-generated images have gone viral before, but none have spread so far and wide as a picture of the pope wearing what can only be described as a swagged-out puffy jacket. The picture seems to have been first posted online on Friday, submitted to a subreddit for the AI image generator Midjourney.
The Verge·3yMicrosoft makes Outlook for Mac free to use
Microsoft has made Outlook for Mac free to use, eliminating the need for a Microsoft 365 subscription or Office license. The app supports various email providers, including Outlook.com, Gmail, iCloud, and Yahoo. It has been optimized for Apple's latest macOS design changes and M1/M2 chips, and offers features such as a macOS widget, native notification center support, and handoff with iOS devices. Microsoft is also planning to add new features, such as a menu bar peek option and support for Apple's Focus experience.
The Verge·3yWho’s actually getting rich off of AI?
Companies are racing to capitalize on growing interest in generative AI, but the question remains: who will make the real money off artificial intelligence? The answer will determine whether generative AI represents a true platform shift or benefits only a few big winners. AI products on the market are essentially white-labeled versions of ChatGPT, with limited consumer choice. However, more personalized and value-added AI models are expected to emerge in the future.