AI Chatbots Are Taking Over Everyday Tasks—Here's What You'll Want to Know
Chatbots are heading to an office near you, and experts say it's getting more challenging than ever to tell if you are communicating with a real person.
Sascha Brodsky
Science and Technology Journalist
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How New Display Technology Could Make Your VR and TV More Realistic
Virtual reality might soon look more like real life.
How Improving Video Technology Could Change the Way We Travel
A slew of new video technologies means you soon might not need to step onto a crowded airplane.
How AR Glasses Can Help First Responders Save Lives
High-tech augmented reality (AR) glasses that display digital information may soon help emergency workers save lives.
Protect the Future: How to Stop AI from Overpowering Humanity
Artificial intelligence (AI) may prove to be a grave threat to the world, but experts say there are ways we can fight back.
How New Gadgets Could Keep Mosquitoes at Bay
The whine of mosquitoes might soon be less irritating, thanks to a growing number of new devices.
In-Flight Wi-Fi Is Getting More Common, But you Still Need to Be Cautious
Airplane travel is getting more connected, but not everyone thinks that's a good thing.
Why Artificial Intelligence May Be the Next Big Thing in Music
Thanks to new technology, you could soon become a song producer without any training.
How America Would Be Screwed if China Invades Taiwan
The vaunted fleet of the U.S. Navy may not be ready for a conflict with China.
A recent analysis found that the U.S. would likely lose a vast number of ships in a war with China over Taiwan, thanks to a narrowing technological advantage. And experts say the U.S. fleet of over 490 ships is also losing its edge in numbers compared to China’s fleet of 661 vessels.
“We are nowhere near adequately prepared,” said William Toti, who led the Navy’s anti-submarine China strategy before his retirement.
Why Your Data Is Safe From Quantum Hacking for Now
Don't worry just yet about your online data getting hacked using quantum computers.
How Experts Say 3D Maps Are Better for Understanding Our Environment
The map programs you use to get around town might soon be three-dimensional.
How Software Upgrades Improve Audio Quality in Apple HomePod and Other Devices
The secret behind the excellent sound quality of the new Apple HomePod may be advancements in software.
How VR Is Helping Prevent the Need for Cadavers
Virtual reality may soon do away with the need for human cadavers to train medical students in anatomy.
How Artificial Intelligence Is Helping to Translate Animal Languages
Your dog's bark might one day be as understandable as human speech, thanks to recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI).
Why Digital Cameras Are Cool Again, and How to Make the Most of Them
You might want to put down your camera phone and pick up an actual digital camera.
How Discord Is Trying to Make Teens Feel Better About Themselves
Discord is buying Gas, an app that's popular among teens, and the move could bolster the self-esteem of some social media users.
Your Next Lawyer Could be Powered by AI—Here's Why That's a Good Thing
You might soon be paying legal fees to a robot.
Why Autonomous Cars Could be Bad for the Environment—or Maybe Not
A new study finds that autonomous vehicles could harm the environment, but experts are pushing back on the claim.
How a Supreme Court Ruling Could Change the Internet
An upcoming US Supreme Court decision may impact how you use the internet.
How Faster Computers Could Improve Your Life
Your next computer might be orders of magnitude faster than the one you are using now.
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