Google working to fix AI bias problems

Just because artificial intelligence training data might show that doctors are often male, doesn't mean machine learning should assume that's the case. Google researchers are working on technology called concept activation vectors...

Lenovo expands X, T series ThinkPad laptops with AMD CPUs

Goodbye A series, hello "5." The ThinkPad T495 (left) and T495S (right) are the AMD variants of the Intel-based T490 and T490 S.Sarah Tew/CNET Lenovo's bringing its AMD-based ThinkPad laptops out of A-series exile and rolling...

Vivaldi browser adds Chroma desktop lighting effects

Razer users will now be able to replicate the colors of the web on their peripherals with the release of the latest Vivaldi browser. James Martin/CNET If you thought RGB mice and keyboards...

Android Q’s live video captions are pretty awesome. Here’s how you’ll turn them on

Watching videos may never be the same. Sometimes it's the little things that make a big impact. Live Caption for Android Q might just be one of those features. It gives you on-the-fly transcription...

Google Pixel is now as easy to find as the iPhone

Commentary: The time is ripe for Pixel phones to finally compete. Angela Lang/CNET Google had a Pixel problem. Specifically, the sales of its Pixel phones have been declining year over year, despite being available...

Android Q rethinks how apps request and use your location

Google tells app developers to make their requests for location information understandable to users. Sometimes it's not so obvious why an app would need your location info. Jason Cipriani/CNET Every phone user has gone...

5G rollout may face delay in UK over Huawei probe

Government official says security shouldn't be sacrificed in favor of faster wireless speeds. Jaap Arriens/Getty Images The UK deployment of wireless 5G services may be delayed if it places restrictions on embattled Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei,...

Beats Powerbeats Pro review: A true wireless sports headphone with big sound and...

The Good The Powerbeats Pro have better sound and battery life than the AirPods and will stay on your ears securely. They offer all the same basic conveniences of the 2019 AirPods,...

The worst in-car tech and convenience features

From infotainment nuances to major controls, these are the in-car features that irritate us most. BMW Cars are getting smarter by the day. With more and more convenience and tech features finding their...

Naim takes on Bowers and Wilkins with updated Mu-so speaker, Apple AirPlay 2 and...

Naim's flagship Mu-so speaker has been overhauled with better connectivity, enhanced bass and all-new drivers. Peter Crane While the Sonos One is great for people who want a kitchen speaker, there are plenty of higher-end...