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Waymo expands robotaxi testing to four more US cities Waymo has started trials of its robotaxi service in Philadelphia and will soon begin supervised testing in Baltimore, St. Louis and Pittsburgh. Initial runs include human safety monitors in the vehicle as the company collects data and refines systems before rolling out fully driverless operation. The tests are part of a broader, staged expansion: Waymo currently accepts passengers in cities including Los Angeles, Phoenix, Atlanta, Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area, and has announced further launches such as San Diego, Las Vegas and Detroit. After supervised testing, the company plans to transition to fully autonomous service similar to deployments it has already performed in Miami. Regional and international plans New US trials: Philadelphia (already underway with safety monitors), Baltimore, St.…

Nikon ZR review: RED RAW, huge display and pro video features for $2,200 Nikon’s new ZR is a video‑first full‑frame mirrorless camera priced at $2,200 that packs features usually reserved for much pricier cinema rigs. It’s the first consumer model to record RED’s 12‑bit R3D RAW (R3D NE light) while keeping fast, reliable autofocus, a massive 4‑inch 1,000‑nit display and pro monitoring tools. The ZR handles native 6K up to 60 fps, 4K up to 120 fps and 1080p at 240 fps. It supports RED Log3G10, Nikon’s N‑RAW, ProRes/ProRes RAW and H.265, and can record 6K RAW continuously for long takes (Nikon reports up to 125 minutes without overheating). Audio-wise it offers 32‑bit float internal capture and decent directional mics for quick shoots. Design and handling Light but solid body…

OpenAI in 'crisis mode': focus shifts to ChatGPT improvements as ad plans pause OpenAI has reportedly moved into an internal "crisis mode," directing teams to prioritize improvements to ChatGPT over the coming weeks. According to reporting that cites an internal memo, the company is temporarily shelving plans around advertising and other initiatives while engineers focus on shoring up the model and product experience. The memo — said to reflect rising pressure from competitors (notably Google) and the need to address performance, safety or reliability concerns — signals a short‑term pivot toward product stabilization. OpenAI appears to be prioritizing engineering and quality work rather than new commercial rollouts. Key takeaways Priority shift: Teams will concentrate on ChatGPT improvements and fixes in the near term. Ad plans paused: Monetization efforts such as…

Uber adds robotaxis to Dallas via Avride — what to expect Uber has started offering autonomous vehicle rides in Dallas in partnership with Avride. The service appears as an option in the Uber app starting today; initially the AVs will operate with a human safety driver in the front seat, with fully driverless service planned in the future. Riders can increase their chances of being paired with a robotaxi by setting an AV preference in the app, and anyone assigned an AV will still have the option to switch to a traditional driver before the trip starts. Uber plans to begin with a small fleet of Avride’s Hyundai Ioniq 5 vehicles and expand to hundreds over time. Key details Launch city: Dallas (service available in the Uber app starting today)…

How to watch the 2025 Rockefeller Center tree lighting special The annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center tree lighting special airs tonight, Dec. 3, 2025. Coverage begins at 7:00 PM ET, with the main two-hour special running from 8:00–10:00 PM ET. You can watch the broadcast on NBC or stream it on Peacock. Reba McEntire hosts and performs during the show. The lineup includes performances from Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Gwen Stefani and the Radio City Rockettes, who are celebrating their 100th anniversary this year. Schedule & where to watch Pre‑show coverage: 7:00 PM ET Main special: 8:00–10:00 PM ET Channel/stream: NBC (broadcast) and Peacock (streaming) How to watch without cable If you don’t have cable, you can stream the…

HBO Max launches Jan 13, 2026 in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein Warner Bros. Discovery is bringing HBO Max to Germany and several neighboring countries on January 13, 2026. The rollout covers Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein — a significant expansion of WBD’s streaming presence in Europe. The launch means viewers in these markets will gain access to HBO series, Max Originals, and Warner Bros. films under the HBO Max brand. Local availability, device support and exact catalogue mixes may vary by country and will be clarified as the service goes live. Key facts Launch date: January 13, 2026. Territories: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein. Content: HBO series, Max Originals and Warner Bros. films — plus regional programming depending on licensing. Pricing and plans: Media reports indicate pricing…

ONLYOFFICE 9.2 brings an integrated AI assistant to its free desktop suite ONLYOFFICE has released version 9.2 of its office suite for macOS, Windows and Linux. The desktop applications remain fully free to use, while the company continues to monetize via separately operated server editions designed for team collaboration and shared workspaces. The headline change in 9.2 is the tighter integration of an AI agent into the desktop apps. According to the release, the assistant helps with routine office tasks — answering questions, drafting and reformulating text, and assisting with formatting and document workflows — directly inside editors for documents, spreadsheets and presentations. What this means for users Free desktop access: individual users can continue to download and use ONLYOFFICE on their machines without cost. AI features on the desktop:…

Fubo blackout: NBC & NBCUniversal channels pulled — how to watch this week’s NBA Fubo and NBCUniversal are in a carriage dispute that has left NBC and many NBCU channels dark on Fubo since Nov. 21. That means viewers on Fubo currently can’t access NBC, USA, Bravo, Telemundo, NBC Sports channels, local NBC affiliates and related streaming feeds — with no public return date yet. Fubo told subscribers it’s contesting NBCU’s proposed pricing and packaging terms; NBCU says it offered the same terms it agreed with other distributors. While negotiations continue, Fubo has said it will apply a $15 credit to affected customers’ accounts if the blackout persists into the December billing cycle. Which channels are missing The blackout affects a wide slate of NBCUniversal properties, including national channels (NBC,…

Pixelity to playtest Evangelion XR trilogy — on‑site sessions in Japan and California Pixelity will run on‑site focus group playtests for its upcoming Evangelion: Cross Reflections XR trilogy. Sessions are scheduled in Japan from December 19–21 and in California on December 19, with an equal number of participants at each venue. Interested fans can apply through Pixelity’s X account if they are nearby. The XR trilogy was announced earlier this year and will be set within the original Neon Genesis Evangelion timeline. The first installment will focus on episodes 1–11 and is targeted for a 2026 release. Pixelity has not confirmed platforms yet, though headset releases such as Meta Quest are widely expected. What to expect from the playtests Hands‑on demos of early XR gameplay and interactions. Feedback sessions to…

Android 16 gets a mid‑cycle refresh: AI notification summaries, parental controls, themed icons and more Google is rolling out a second iteration of Android 16 that brings AI‑powered notification summaries, built‑in parental controls, custom icon shapes and themed icons, and an expanded dark theme aimed at improving battery life. As with prior updates, eligible Pixel phones will receive the new features first. This mid‑cycle release bundles both convenience and safety improvements. Many of the additions resemble tools introduced by other platforms — for example, AI message summaries and a notification organizer — but Google has tailored them for Android’s ecosystem and apps. Highlights of the Android 16 (second release) AI notification summaries — condensed, AI‑generated overviews of unread messages to help you triage faster. Notification organizer — smarter grouping and…