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Amazon is taking a big step back in privacy thanks to the rollout of Alexa+. The company is removing the ability for some Echo smart speakers to process Alexa requests locally and not have those recordings sent to the cloud. Local Processing Was Only Available on Three Echo Models The ability to process requests locally was previously available on three smart speaker models—Echo Show 15, Echo Show 10, and fourth-generation Echo Dot....

Summary Fallout 4often has the Sole Survivor gather new companions with a quick conversation or being in the right place at the right time. However, sometimes a quest will need to be completed before the latest travel buddy can join the team.“The Big Dig”puts the Sole Survivor in the position of either siding with their temporary employer or turning against them with their choice impacting their recruitment of the roguish ghoul Hancock....

Get a full-size Amazon Echo at half price for Alexa’s birthday TheAmazon Echo (4th gen)is an easy recommendation for thebest smart speakerfor most people’s needs. It offers excellent sound quality for its size, the built-in Alexa assistant is quick to respond to commands — and that it looks like a mini Death Star. Today’s deal knocks the Echo down to an all-time low of $50, making it the perfect time to pick one up for yourself or as a gift for the holidays....

If you spend a lot of time inGoogle Drive, you know how tedious it can be to stay on top of updates. From comments to edits, things can quickly become hectic, especially as requests start to pour in for file and document access. Now, Google is making tweaks to streamline the process and speed up the time it takes to sift through your updates. In an announcement posted to the company blog,Google explainedon Thursday that it would be rolling out a new view in Drive for all Workspace users....

Summary Happy Gilmore 2receives an exciting filming update from Adam Sandler, who also confirms multiple new cameos for the sequel. Sandler’s original sports comedy, released in 1996, follows a failed ice hockey player who discovers he has a hidden talent for golf and enters a tournament to save his grandmother’s house from being foreclosed. Earlier this year, thesequelHappy Gilmore 2was officially announced with Sandler reprising his iconic role in a brand-new movie coming to Netflix....

How to Create a Writer Portfolio Using Contently Portfolios are perfect for showcasing your work and attracting potential clients or employers. They hold immense value for a newbie or veteran writers. Portfolios also make it easier for you to transition from one niche to another and advertise the experience under your belt to give you an edge in the industry. A popular platform among writers for creating a portfolio is Contently....

How to Install and Configure SELinux on Ubuntu You can improve the security of your Linux system by installing and implementing SELinux. This provides an extra layer of protection by isolating applications on the system and securing the host. By default, Ubuntu uses AppArmor, another Mandatory Access Control system. To make your Linux system more secure, you can make use of SELinux instead. Let’s see how you can install and configure SELinux on Ubuntu using a few basic Linux commands....

Quick Links Running an AI model without an internet connection sounds brilliant but typically requires powerful, expensive hardware. However, that’s not always the case: DeepSeek’s R1 model is a useful option for lower-powered devices—and it’s also surprisingly easy to install. What Does Running a Local AI Chatbot Mean? When you use online AI chatbots like ChatGP, your requests are processed on OpenAI’s servers, meaning your device isn’t doing the heavy lifting....

TheMistbornmovie adaptation might have already made its biggest mistake, but I’m still hoping for the best. As a huge fan ofMistborn, Brandon Sanderson, andthe Cosmere universe, who’s also an avid film buff, I’m cautiously optimistic about it being adapted to the screen. On the one hand, I’d love to see wider audiences exposed to the Cosmere, a fictional universe filled with beautiful stories that push the bounds of what fantasy can achieve....

Warning! SPOILERS For 1923 Season 2 & Yellowstone Season 4 John Dutton III (Kevin Costner) has already revealed an ominous fact about his grandfather inYellowstone,which enhances1923’s story with fascinating lore. Taylor Sheridan’s Prohibition-era prequel follows some of the earliest members of theDutton family tree, including the direct ancestors to Kevin Costner’s character. However, Sheridan has kept how John Dutton III relates to1923’s charactersa secret, leavingYellowstonefans in the dark about who fathered Costner’s grandfather, who is the ancestor of Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes)....

Google’s foray into AI, exemplified by its popular AI chatbot,Gemini, is extending to more of its services and apps. Notably, the Chrome browser is poised to showcase its potential in incorporating AI features. In a recent update, we shared the news of apotential Gemini integration in Google Chromefor desktop to enhance the address bar. Now, the Chrome address bar, also known as the Omnibox, is set to elevate its intelligence by integrating cutting-edge machine-learning models....

More details are coming out about the nextPokémon Trading Card Gamespecial set, which will focus on Pokémon from the Unova region. Last year, leaks emerged via trademark filings thatPokémon TCGwould release a card set in Japanfocused on Pokémon fromPokémon BlackandWhite. These cards would purportedly be released as a special set internationally, with a similar release cadence and product lineup to Prismatic Evolutions or Scarlet & Violet - 151. Now, additional details have surfaced as to how the set will be released....

Young Sheldon proved to be a successfulThe Big Bang Theoryprequel, but not all remaining Pasadena gang members have a childhood worthy of a prequel. WhenThe Big Bang Theoryendedin 2019, the cancelation came as a shock, considering how popular it still was. Ultimately, the decision to end the comedy stemmed from Jim Parsons' decision to leave as Sheldon Cooper. WhileThe Big Bang Theorywas technically an ensemble, the socially-inept genius was its true lead....