iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 9: New AI-powered tools transform mobile photography
Apple’s iPhone 16 and Google’s Pixel 9 Pro introduce advanced AI-powered tools that transform mobile photography.
New iPhones: What you should know about the products Apple announced at the special event
Just as many people expected, Apple released new editions of its iPhone line during a special event on Monday at their California headquarters. Here's what to know about the new phones.
Freak accident in Mountain View exposes MRI safety flaws
An incident of a wheelchair being flung into an MRI machine, narrowly missing the patient in the room, is raising concerns among safety advocates.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
Tom Hanks issues warning about AI ads for 'wonder drugs': 'Do not be swindled''
Tom Hanks' name, likeness and voice are allegedly being used to promote 'miracle cures.'
New Apple iPhone: What to know ahead of the company's September 9 event
With Apple scheduling a special event on Sept. 9, it has sparked speculation over the possibility of a newly-refreshed iPhone, as the company tends to launch a new iPhone model during September in recent years. Here's what to know ahead of the special event.
Job offers through texts? Be careful, it's likely a scam
Phishing is a type of online scam that tries to get victims to give away personal information to bad actors.
California lawmakers approve proposals on AI regulations, deepfake ban
California lawmakers approved multiple proposals this week aimed at regulating artificial intelligence. Gov. Gavin Newsom has until Sept. 30 to sign the proposals.
1st in the nation A.I. safety bill passes CA Senate, headed to Governor's desk
The bill aims to safeguard society from A.I. being used to conduct cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, or create biological, chemical or nuclear weapons.
Discord in Dublin: Fatal shooting stemmed from gaming platform dispute
Discord among users on the Discord social media platform turned deadly after authorities said an argument led to Dublin's deadly shooting.
X to leave San Francisco on Friday the 13th: report
An ominous date has been announced for the official shut down of X’s San Francisco headquarters.
Alameda County firefighter accused of offensive remarks against driver in viral video
A video making the rounds on social media allegedly shows an Alameda County firefighter making offensive remarks to a driver following a traffic dispute in Lodi.
AT&T launches smartwatch for kids to stay in touch with parents
AT&T also launched its first tablet for kids earlier this year.
Electrify Expo lets attendees test drive EVs, even the Tesla Cybertruck
The Electrify Expo is in Alameda this weekend. It's North America's biggest electric vehicle festival.
Waymo for kids? Some SF parents sending kids to school in driverless vehicles
Some San Francisco parents are starting a new trend: sending their kids to school alone in driverless Waymo vehicles, according to The San Francisco Standard.
NTSB investigating Tesla Semi crash in Northern California
The NTSB investigation could spell trouble for Tesla's goals to expand production and increase consumption of the big rig.
Young Indiana mom of 3 allegedly killed by ex-boyfriend while filming TikTok with friend: report
A young mother of three was fatally shot by her ex-boyfriend in Indiana while filming a TikTok video, according to reports.
Amazon deploys roaming robots along San Francisco Market Street
Amazon said it has deployed a squadron of robots to roam Market Street in San Francisco starting Monday.
Cisco layoffs: San Jose company plans to eliminate 7% of workforce
Another round of layoffs is impacting the tech world. Cisco Systems
Could California ban cell phones at schools?: Newsom urges districts to limit students' use
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is sending letters to school districts, urging them to limit students' smartphone use on campus. LAUSD's student cell phone ban goes into effect in January.