T-Mobile has officially discontinued its free Proxy by DIGITS feature, a service that allowed customers to add an extra phone number for calls and texts without needing a new SIM card. The feature was quietly phased out on April 9, 2025, and is no longer available to new users. … Read more
Remote work isn’t a thing of the past anymore—it’s how half of the world works now. In fact, a recent study found that 16% of companies are fully remote, and 62% of employees work remotely at least part of the time. Just think about it for once, not too long ago, work meant showing up … Read more
We’re excited to announce a big surprise for the AI community — TechCrunch Sessions: AI is getting a limited-time discount to broaden the number of people who can attend and learn from some of the brightest minds in the industry. For just $292, you can get a general admission ticket — plus a 50% discount … Read more
Although building trust through a carefully crafted brand message is still important, artificial intelligence may be undermining its traditional influence. The post AI Is Rewriting the Rules of Brand Management appeared first on TechNewsWorld.
Summary Famed YouTuber JerryRigEverything slams Google Pixel 9a’s adhesive-heavy battery. A large amount of seeming impenetrable glue prevents the battery’s safe removal by an experienced technician. Zack, the channel’s creator, emphasizes the negative impacts on device lifespan and recycling from near-permanent battery implementations like the Pixel 9a’s. Zack, the brains behind the renowned JerryRigEverything YouTube … Read more
What you need to know A new leak of One UI 8 hints at a new “Listen Brief,” an audio version of the “Now Brief” feature. The “Listen Brief” will probably allow users to choose between Samsung or Google text-to-speech engines and further offer playback controls. Beyond “Listen Brief,” other recent One UI 8 leaks … Read more
Metro by T-Mobile has expanded its budget-friendly smartphone lineup with the introduction of the TCL K32 5G, now available for $119.99. This new device offers consumers an accessible entry point into 5G connectivity without compromising on essential features. The TCL K32 5G boasts a sizable 6.75-inch HD+ display, providing … Read more
Once upon a few years ago, ChatGPT stormed into our lives like the cool new kid in town — cracking jokes, drafting essays, helping with code, and somehow knowing the difference between a sonnet and a haiku. But in 2025, that sparkly edge has dulled just a little. It’s not that ChatGPT has lost its … Read more
An analysis by Epoch AI, a nonprofit AI research institute, suggests the AI industry may not be able to eke massive performance gains out of reasoning AI models for much longer. As soon as within a year, progress from reasoning models could slow down, according to the report’s findings. Reasoning models such as OpenAI’s o3 … Read more
The future of entertainment looks less like a pre-recorded show and more like a live performance — one that reacts to us in real time, whether we’re ready or not. The post AI and the Algorithmic Muse: Entertainment’s Next Act appeared first on TechNewsWorld.