Apple’s AI growing misinformation issue, LG StanbyMe 2, and More.

by | Jan 9, 2025 | This Week in Tech

This Week In Tech, we talk about Apple's AI news alerts highlight growing misinformation issue, LG's StanbyMe 2, and the review of Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 6.

Apple’s AI news alerts highlight growing misinformation issue.

Apple’s new AI feature, designed to summarize notifications, has recently sparked concerns about misinformation. The AI generated false headlines, including one about British darts player Luke Littler winning a championship before the final, and another claiming tennis legend Rafael Nadal had come out as gay. The BBC, affected by such errors, has been trying to get Apple to address the issue since December, after a false notification about a murder case. Apple has acknowledged the problem and is working on a fix, including adding a clarification for AI-generated notifications. Experts warn this is part of a broader issue with AI “hallucinations” that present false information confidently. Apple plans to resolve this in the coming weeks.

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LG StanbyMe 2: The must-have Smart TV from CES 2025.

At CES, LG’s StanbyMe 2 is stealing the spotlight with its innovative design. At first glance, it’s hard to tell if it’s a tablet, an all-in-one PC, or something else entirely. In reality, it’s a hybrid between a TV and a mobile device, featuring a 27-inch QHD touchscreen and a detachable mobile stand. This flexible TV offers unique features like bathtub binge-watching, beach movie nights (with caution on sand near the ports), and AI-powered functions like a board game and a productivity hub for managing tasks. While pricing and launch details are still unclear, its versatility makes it a standout product at the show.

Read More: USA Today

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 review: A mesmerizing new display unveiled at CES 2025.

Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 features an innovative design with a screen that rises to provide an extra 2.7 inches of display space, increasing the screen size from 14 to 16.7 inches. This “unfolding” feature adds a second screen-like experience while still being compact enough to tuck away when not in use. Users can control this with a button or hand gesture, though the button is preferred for ease of use. The extra screen real estate is ideal for multitasking, such as split-screen work or sharing content during meetings. Additionally, the vertical screen offers ergonomic benefits, reducing neck strain and improving comfort for long hours of use. The design is particularly useful for students, content creators, and professionals who need more workspace without carrying external monitors.

Read More: USA Today

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