Trump's tariff exemptions for iPhones and other devices are only temporary

It turns out that the exemptions announced by the U.S. on Friday for imported devices such as smartphones and laptops are only temporary. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Sunday that the exemptions may only last a month or two, until the U.S. works out a new tariff approach for the semiconductor industry. President Trump appeared to offer an update later in the day when he said that new tariffs on semiconductors chips — and therefore other gear such as smartphones and laptops — will arrive sooner, in the coming weeks ...

Samsung’s One UI 7 update makes the Galaxy S24 Ultra feel like new
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Battle of the portable speakers — JBL Flip 7 vs Sony ULT Field 1
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Netflix testing new AI search engine for movies and TV shows

Netflix is testing new search technology that lets subscribers use AI to help find relevant content on the platform. Powered by technology from ChatGPT creator OpenAI, the tool lets you search for shows using highly specific terms that can include, for example, your mood at the time. Some subscribers in Australia and New Zealand can already try the tool on iOS devices, though the test will expand soon to the U.S. and other countries ...

A Minecraft Movie director responds to news of rowdy screenings of his blockbuster

A Minecraft Movie has reportedly sparked a viral trend among younger audience members that involves them screaming and throwing popcorn during key moments in the film. Some theaters have even issued warnings against the disorderliness. But the movie's director, Jared Hess, seems cool with it. “It’s great, especially when people are climbing on their friends’ shoulders and standing up and cheering for those moments,” Hess said, adding: “I’m just glad people are making memories with their friends and families”...

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Prominent Republican lawmaker says men need to stop 'playing video games all day' and get to work
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