Kobo made a remote control for its ereaders

Kobo is making a remote control for its line of ereaders. The appropriately-named Kobo Remote costs $30 and will be available to purchase on November 4. A remote control for an ereader may seem silly to some, but avid readers will likely appreciate this accessory. It’s basically a wireless page turner, so users can lay … Read more

Some Spotify video podcasts are coming to Netflix

Some Spotify video podcasts are coming to Netflix

Spotify is taking the video versions of some of its podcasts to another platform entirely: Netflix. Starting in the US in early 2026 (with more markets and shows to follow), Netflix will start offering sports, culture, lifestyle and true crime podcasts that Spotify Studios and The Ringer produce. Nine sports podcasts will be available at … Read more

OpenAI forms advisory council on wellbeing and AI

OpenAI announced today that it is creating an advisory council centered on its users’ mental and emotional wellness. The Expert Council on Well-being and AI comprises eight researchers and experts on the intersection of technology and mental health. Some of the members were experts that OpenAI consulted as it developed parental controls. Topics of safety … Read more

X experiments with showing more information about profiles to fight inauthentic engagement

X experiments with showing more information about profiles to fight inauthentic engagement

X has long been a hotbed for fake accounts, bots and other scammy behavior. Many of those dynamics have been exacerbated by the rise of paid verification, which boosts the visibility of anyone who pays for a subscription. Now, the company is running a small experiment that could help users better identify potentially suspicious accounts. … Read more

Spotify’s managed accounts will help keep your kids from wrecking your music taste profile

Spotify has introduced a new “managed accounts” feature aimed at younger listeners. Initially piloted last year and launching in seven new markets, including the US, today, it allows parents and guardians with a Spotify Premium Family plan to allocate their children a dedicated profile with their own personalized recommendations and custom playlists. The idea is … Read more

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