Technology can be confusing and frustrating. Every week we take a look at the top tech news and discuss what it means to the average person. We also provide Pro Tips and tech picks to help you make the most of the tech all around you. Our goal is to help you tech better!
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Punknews.org contributors turn a critical eye on the week's most notable stories, offering commentary, insight, a few cool songs, and hopefully a little humor. Hosted by John Gentile and a rotating cast of Punknews writers, editors, and friends.
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Welcome to the Personal Finance and Entrepreneurship Podcast with your host, Sean Trace! In this podcast, we explore a range of topics related to personal finance, business, and entrepreneurship. With Sean as your guide, we dive into the world of personal finance and learn about how to manage and grow your money effectively. From saving for retirement to investing in the stock market, we cover everything you need to know to achieve financial freedom. In addition to personal finance, we also ...
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Ep. 500: Quintcenticast - A Futurespective!
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58:02We're switching things up a bit for our 500th episode. All the fun, a lot fewer tech stories. We've talked a lot of tech for a long time, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to help you tech better. Here's to 500 more, or something. A great one to Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Notnerd Bingo Card from Episode …
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Ep. 499: Thanks AI, That Plant Doesn't Exist! and more tech news
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52:51Does that plant even exist? Is that how I take care of plants? AI is all over the place these days. Years ago, tech news used to slow down in the summer. But that's no longer the case. We will get you caught up with as much as we can to help you tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Anker issues new global reca…
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Money Scripts: The Hidden Stories Controlling You Wallet | Money School with Prof. Stephen Heath
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50:24In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with my friend Stephen Heath to talk about something a little different, but incredibly important—the psychology behind how we think about money. We explore a concept called “money scripts,” which are the unconscious beliefs we form early in life that shape our financial decisions as adul…
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Editor Em Moore talks with Angelo Moore and Christopher Dowd of Fishbone! They cover the band's current dynamics, their new album, and more!By Punknews Podcast
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Why Saving Isn't Enough | Aligning Money with Meaning | Hamilton Brandenburg
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42:52In this heartfelt episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial planner Hamilton Brandenburg to talk about one of the biggest transitions many people face, retirement. Hamilton shares how he helps middle-class Americans not only manage their money but also navigate the emotional and psychological shifts that come with stepping…
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Ep. 498: Where did the 16 billion passwords come from? And some more pleasant tech news
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1:07:40It makes for a great headline saying that 16 billion passwords were leaked. Was this some new massive data breach? What should you do about it? We take a look. We've got plenty of other tech news, tips, and picks to get you caught up on this week so you can get out there and tech better! Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00…
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Ep. 497: 23andWho, Trump Phones, Anker Recall, and more tech news!
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1:05:41The 23andMe saga continues, the Trump Organization announces phones and cell plans, and beloved Anker has a recall. After Apple's WWDC and our special episode last week, there's plenty of tech news to get caught up on this week. Time to tech better! Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Dave Plays Games - iPhone can be used…
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Money is Just a Tool: Mindsets for Growth | Jason Madsen | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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50:03In this empowering episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with money coach Jason Madsen to explore how Christian families can break free from the financial stress cycle. We talk about creating emotional stability, building better habits, and igniting a long term vision for your future. Jason and I dive into how small daily choices, li…
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#699.93 - Heath Miller of Fyre Coral View Pop UP
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1:02:48We spoke to Heath Miller, who is organizing the current iteration of Fyre Fest, the Fyre Coral View Pop Up in Honduras.By Punknews Podcast
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Ep. 496: Apple WWDC 25 Keynote Recap - Liquid Glass, Apple Intelligence, and more
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44:58Apple kicked off its Worldwide Developers Conference this morning. WWDC is the event where developers are educated and the public is informed about all the new features coming to their various operating systems this fall. We discuss the announcements, what we're excited about, and what confuses us. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com I…
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The Budget Breakdown: Finding the Right One for You with Prof. Heath | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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1:07:23In this episode, I sat down with Professor Stephen Heath to finally unpack all the major types of budgets, because let’s be real, budgeting can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. We broke down everything from zero-based budgeting and the 50/30/20 rule to the pay-yourself-first method, the anti-budget, envelope system, and values-ba…
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The legendary Harley Flanagan stops by to talk the release of his new documentary 'Wired for Chaos', in theatres in June and July.By Punknews Podcast
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Ep. 495: The iPhone is still on top, WWDC, and more
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52:53The Apple iPhone is still doing just fine in worldwide sales. Apple hosts its WWDC next week, will their announcements be enough to quiet the critics? We discuss that and so much more this week to help you get out there and tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Nate’s Garage Sale (03:35) MAIN TOPIC: The iPhone …
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Financial Balance & Joy: Nate Hoskin on How to Spend Without Regret | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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50:51In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, Certified Financial Planner Nate Hoskin shares a powerful perspective on how to spend money without regret. He explores the often overlooked emotional side of finance and explains why saving too much can actually rob you of joy. Nate dives into the Rule of 72 to show the real opportunity cost of spe…
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Lifestyle Creep & How to Outsmart It! Prof. Stephen Heath | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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1:06:05In this episode of Money School, I’m back with the always insightful Prof. Steve Heath, and we go deep into a surprisingly relatable topic — lifestyle creep. We unpack how even small upgrades, like a new phone or a fancy dinner, can silently sabotage your financial goals. Using everything from Tom Cruise’s Mission Impossible stunts to Christian Bal…
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John recaps his Punk Rock Bowling adventures. Sam and Em humor him.By Punknews Podcast
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#699.9 - Nate from the Vinyl Guide!
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1:28:40Nate from the vinyl guide podcast stops by to talk his upcoming episode #500 and some current newsBy Punknews Podcast
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#699.8 - Brandon from Revilla Grooves
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1:07:06Brandon S from Revilla Grooves stops by to talk the shop and some cool news.By Punknews Podcast
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Ep. 494: The next life-changing device is coming from OpenAI & Jony Ive?
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59:45Last week was another wild one in the world of AI news, not the least of which was Jony Ive's IO company being acquired by Sam Altman's OpenAI. They claim to have the next big device in the works. It will probably be something AI. Do we need it? And yes, we also discuss some non-AI news. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00…
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Money, Marriage & Mental Health | Transform Your Financial Story with Empathy | Dr. Megan McCoy
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49:49In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Dr. Megan McCoy, a financial therapist and professor at Kansas State University, for a deep dive into the emotional and psychological roots of our money behaviors. We talk about how childhood memories, relationship dynamics, and money scripts shape our financ…
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Ep. 493: Microsoft Build + Google IO = Too Much AI, other tech news
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1:11:55Microsoft Build and Google I/O, each company's annual developer conference, are taking place this week. As with most AI news these days, we can't cover everything they announced, nor would we want to. But what does this runaway train of AI progress mean for you? Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) File your Siri lawsuit c…
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Comfortably Miserable: The Mindset Holding You Back from Wealth | Nishaea Richardson | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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51:02In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sat down with the incredible Nishaea Richardson, also known as the Play Money Coach. We went deep into the emotional and mindset side of money — the real stuff that most people avoid talking about. From getting stuck in a cycle of “comfortable misery” to learning how to set powerful financial boun…
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Ep. 492: Check Your P.F.A.N.T.S.S.! and tech news
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1:00:02It's spring cleaning time around Notnerd, so it's time to pull out everyone's favorite acronym P.F.A.N.T.S.S. and get started. We'll look at the different things in your digital world that you should consider cleaning up. This is mostly for the two of us, especially when we look back to last year's episode. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpi…
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Budget Like A Rock Star: Turning Scarcity into Strategy | Prof. Heath | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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57:53In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I’m back with the one and only Professor Steve Heath for another round of Money School and this time we’re diving into budgeting. But not the boring kind. Prof. Heath kicks things off with one of the wildest stories I’ve ever heard (yes, it involves a trunk and a concert) to explain how most people …
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Sam and John freestyle. They talk Tegan and Sara, Riot Fest, and other random stuff.By Punknews Podcast
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Ep. 491: Apple Loses to Fortnite and More!
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52:42A judge ruled that Apple must allow third-party payments in the App Store. Thanks to that, Fortnite will be back in the App Store soon. Many other companies were ready to go once this came out, and some big apps like Spotify, Kindle, and Patreon are updating their apps. We've got plenty of other tech news to discuss, and a tip of the week that coul…
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Fix Your Finances: A Money Playbook For Couples | Angie Carlson | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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45:20In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial coach Angie Carlson to explore the tools couples need to overcome money miscommunication, break free from guilt, and build a real financial partnership. Angie and I dive into how childhood money stories shape our behavior as adults, why so many couples feel like they’re row…
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#699.6 - Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers
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1:34:45Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers drop by to talk the new Juanita & Juan album. Also, Nicole of At Night, Dissidents, and Witch Hunt serves as guest co-host along with Sam and John.By Punknews Podcast
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#699.5 - Ricky and John talk records
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1:27:21In the wake of RSD, Ricky and John talk records and more records and also records.By Punknews Podcast
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Sade of LA Witch kicks it with the crew and talks about the new LA Witch album, Slayer, and Fyre festBy Punknews Podcast
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Em and John FreestyleBy Punknews Podcast
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697: #697 - Ed Kuepper of the Saints!
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1:25:38Ed Kuepper of the Saints drops by to talk the deluxe reissue of the first Saints LP, the upcoming tour, and more!By Punknews Podcast
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Josh of the Raging Nathans stops by to talk the band's new record and touring with H.R.By Punknews Podcast
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Ep. 490: YouTube at 20 + other tech news
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1:01:31They grow up so fast! YouTube turns 20, the Apple Watch turns 10, and Slate announces their new modular EV. We get caught up on all the big tech news from the last week, while having a good time and helping you tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders (01:05) Apple Watch launched 10 yea…
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Flight Paramedic to Financial Coach: A Journey to Resilient Wealth | Chris Harcksen-Lucero | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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41:04In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I had an amazing conversation with Chris Harcksen-Lucero, a flight paramedic and financial coach with a really unique story. We talked about how resilience isn't just important in life — it's critical for your finances too. Chris shared how his background in emergency response shaped the way he thin…
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Money GPS: Navigating Finance Without Getting Lost | Prof. Steve Heath & Sean Trace
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54:10What if managing your money felt less like chaos and more like following a GPS? In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial educator Professor Steve Heath to talk about why so many people feel overwhelmed by money. It is not because we are lazy or careless. It is because no one ever handed us a roadmap. We dive into …
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Ep. 489: Happy Earth Day + Tech News, Tips, and Fun!
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56:46Happy Earth Day! We'll take a look at what you can do, what Apple is doing, and how saying thank you to AI isn't helping. We've got a great set of Just the Headlines this week. Which one are you curious about? There's plenty more to get caught up on in the world of tech this week and we do our best to break it all down for you, so you can get out t…
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Middle Class to Millionaire: Build Wealth & Freedom | Derrick Kinney on Growing Money with Sean Trace
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47:19What if the only thing standing between you and financial freedom… is your mindset? In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Derrick Kinney, former financial advisor, author, and founder of the Good Money Framework, to talk about what it really takes to go from middle class to millionaire. We dive into the mindset shifts th…
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Money School Begins: Two Educators, One Mission, No Judgment | Prof. Steve Heath & Sean Trace
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59:26In this first episode of Money School, I sit down with my friend and co-host, Professor Steve Heath, to talk about why we’re starting this journey together. Steve shares his powerful story—from dropping out of school, addiction, and jail time to becoming a successful accounting professor and author of a personal finance textbook. I open up about my…
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It sure seems like hacks and breaches are intensifying. This week, the man behind Have I Been Pwned was phished, if it can happen to him, it can happen to anyone. Be skeptical of any message you're getting that asks you to log in or do anything else that could compromise you. We've got some other tech news to cover, tips to tech better, and picks t…
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From Debt To Freedom: Money Mindset Shifts | David Houston | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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44:53In this powerful episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with David Houston, a Ramsey Preferred financial coach, to unpack the truth about debt, budgeting, and building a strong financial foundation. From his personal stories about student loans and seven-figure debt to my own adventures teaching my daughter about money through chicken…
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#695.5 - Em Moore Tells You What to Listen to (March 2025)
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2:15:51Em Moore plays the hottest hits of march, you weenbags!By Punknews Podcast
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695: #695 - Bobby Steele of the Undead and Misfits!
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1:17:41Bobby Steele of the Undead stops by to talk the new version of 'Act your Rage' and some Misfits classicsBy Punknews Podcast
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#694.5 - Em Moore Tells You What to Listen to (Feb 2025)
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2:20:00Em plays the hot hits from February, you plebians!By Punknews Podcast
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Real Estate 101: First-Time Homebuyer Tips | Tim Craven | Growing Money With Sean Trace
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51:00In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sat down with my good friend Tim Craven, a Nashville-based real estate agent and musician, to dig into the basics of real estate investing. We talked about why buying a home is one of the smartest ways to build wealth, especially compared to renting. Tim broke down essential real estate concepts—l…
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Ep. 487: Social Media Marketing World + Tech News & Tips
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1:07:57Nate has returned from Social Media Marketing World in San Diego. He breaks down what the trends are and why AI probably won't ruin social media. We've also got plenty of other tech news to get caught up on and some tips and picks to help you tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Visit Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: Social Media Marketing World …
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A very happy World Backup Day to all who celebrate- and you should! March 31st is World Backup day, so we discuss what you should be backing up and how. Is all your important stuff backed up? Please do it, and remember, One Backup is None Backup! Watch on YouTube! INTRO (00:00) Lumon Terminal Pro (02:10) Nintendo Today! app (03:15) MAIN TOPIC: Worl…
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Finding Your Financial Footing: Lessons We Missed | Stephen Heath | Growing Money with Sean Trace
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50:09In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with the incredible Stephen Heath—professor, CPA, and all-around financial wisdom dropper—to talk about the money lessons no one ever taught us. We dive into everything from how college can either be a launching pad or a financial trap, to why your major might not matter nearly as much as…
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What happens when the company that has your DNA goes bankrupt? Will 23andme sell off your data, or is it safe? The new Google Pixel 9A is on its way, Gmail upgrades search, and iPhone porch pirates get busted. As always, there is plenty more in the tech world to discuss this week. Get caught up so you can tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.co…
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Ep. 484: Scam Alert! Plus Google Gemini 2.0 Flash and the week's tech news, tips, etc.
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1:06:52Google has released new Gemini AI models and provides free access to many. We take a look and see what's new and how it rates. We've got some other AI news to cover, including Netflix upscaling A Different World with some not-so-great results. How do you feel about QR code menus at restaurants? We found a study looking at their effect. There's plen…
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