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The big picture: Mark Zuckerberg's Metaverse ambitions continue to look like a money pit, costing Meta tens of billions of dollars over the last two years. The company's 2022 year-end financial statements compound prior heavy losses from Reality Labs, but Meta's leadership remains committed to the venture. Meta's financial statements for Q4 2022 show that its VR division's losses increased compared to its serious money burn from prior quarters in the year. However, that didn't stop Meta's stocks from experiencing one of their best days. Reality Labs hemorrhaged $4.3 billion in Q4 2022. Including the $3.7 billion burnt in Q3, the $3 billion sunk in Q2, and the $2.96 billion thrown away in Q1, Meta's Metaverse division losses for 2022 total $13.7 billion. That number follows the $10.2 billion Reality Labs lost throughout 2021. As the costs mounted last year, CEO Mark Zuckerberg maintained that the company's efforts would pay off in the next decade and that thinking hasn't … [Read more...] about Meta’s Reality Labs lost $14 billion last year

Facebook parent Meta had a rough 2022. The social media giant laid off thousands of workers , reported its first revenue drop and saw a decline in daily active users on Facebook . Now Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says the company is focusing heavily on efficiency in 2023 as it continues to invest in the metaverse and artificial intelligence. For the last 18 years, the social network has grown rapidly, but it's entering a new phase, Zuckerberg said. "It's very hard to really crank on efficiency while you're growing that quickly and I just think we're in a different environment now," he said during a call with analysts on Wednesday after Meta reported better-than-expected revenue in the fourth quarter. If the company becomes more efficient, he said, Meta will be able to do better product work and become a more fun place to work because employees will get more done. The focus shows how Meta is responding to economic uncertainty as advertisers pull back spending. Meta has … [Read more...] about After Mass Layoffs, Zuckerberg Says Meta Focused on ‘Efficiency’

Installing a home surveillance system is easier than ever thanks to the proliferation of Wi-Fi cameras, but most of these cameras still require an AC power source. This may not be an issue for indoor applications where power outlets are usually plentiful, but for outdoor usage it puts limitations on where you can place your cameras. Enter the Arlo Security System VMS3230 ($349.99), a completely wire-free home surveillance camera system that uses a pair of palm-sized, battery-powered cameras and a base station to help you track motion in and around your home and view live and recorded video from your smartphone or PC. These neat-looking cameras are a cinch to install and can be placed just about anywhere, and they deliver sharp daytime and nighttime video. However, in order to conserve power they don't offer any audio capabilities, and you can't pan and zoom on the fly. Design and Features ($349.99 at Staples) (Opens in a new window) , which comes with two cameras, a base … [Read more...] about Arlo Smart Security System (VMS3230) Review

Apple's iPhone sales fell more than 8% to nearly $65.8 billion as people struggled to find the company's new iPhone 14 during the holiday shopping season, amid production slowdowns and other delays related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The three months of Apple's fiscal first quarter, ending in December, were marked by strong demand but limited supplies for the company's latest smartphones, in particular its $999 iPhone 14 Pro series. Apple faced other challenges as well. Its Mac computer division too, including its MacBook laptops , reported sales fell nearly 29% to $7.7 billion. The company's wearables and accessories business also notched sales that dropped more than 8% to about $13.5 billion, despite Apple having introduced a new extreme sports-focused $799 Apple Watch Ultra . Apple CEO Tim Cook blamed several factors, including manufacturing delays, the fluctuating price of the US dollar across the world, and especially strong sales for its then-newly redesigned … [Read more...] about Apple’s iPhone, Mac Sales Fell During the Holidays Amid Supply Struggles

The tech industry was already large before the COVID-19 pandemic began upending lives around the world three years ago. But it continued to grow, as we all became ever more reliant on our smartphones, computers and videoconference calls. Now Apple is the latest tech giant to signal that this period of growth may be coming to an end. The company reported that sales of its most important product, the iPhone, fell more than 8%, to nearly $65.8 billion. The reason, Apple said, included several factors, such as the fluctuating price of the US dollar across the world and especially strong sales of its products in the prior year. But the real crunch came from COVID-19 shutdowns late last year across the Chinese manufacturing centers Apple relies on . The results led to protests in China , and supply shortages for Apple's iPhones, in particular its $999 iPhone 14 Pro series. Apple CEO Tim Cook said many of those manufacturing problems have been resolved, for now. All told, … [Read more...] about Apple’s Pandemic Boom for iPhone and Mac Sales Hit a Snag

Editor's note: January 2023 The most recent additions to our best 4K TV buying guide are the TCL 6-Series and Hisense U8H, two affordable QLED models with a mini-LED backlight. We have also added LG's B2, an affordable OLED TV with cutting-edge gaming features. With Super Bowl LVII happening, we're seeing great discounts on many 4K TVs. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a 75-inch QLED or a 42-inch LG C2 OLED for gaming, now is the perfect time to be 4K TV shopping. Al Griffin, Senior Editor – Home Entertainment If you’re looking for the best 4K TV to refresh your at-home viewing in 2023, then this guide is for you. We’ve selected the top 4K TVs that cater to a wide range of budgets and preferences. In our list below you’ll find 4K OLED, QLED, QD-OLED, and regular LED sets from premium brands, including LG, Samsung, and Sony, along with more affordable contenders, like Hisense, TCL, and Vizio. Whatever you’re looking for, this selection should help you pick the … [Read more...] about The best 4K TV 2023: top Ultra HDTVs for all budgets

Table of Contents How to Shop For an Android Phone in 2023 Frequently Asked Questions Best Android Phone Overall: Samsung Galaxy S22 Best Budget Android Phone: Moto G Play (2021) Best Mid-Range Android Phone: Google Pixel 6a Best Premium Android Phone: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Best Android Phone for Gaming: ASUS ROG Phone 6 Best Android Camera Phone: Google Pixel 7 Pro Best Android Phone for Battery Life: ASUS ROG Phone 6 Update, 01/24/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and have updated our best battery pick with the ASUS ROG Phone 6. How to Shop For an Android Phone in 2023 There are a lot of things to consider when buying a new phone. If you’re here, you’re already considering Android, so that’s one big decision out of the way. Android devices offer more flexibility than iPhones (with Apple’s closed ecosystem), and there are many, many more phones to choose from. We’ll be throwing a lot of technical jargon at you in this list. Processors, … [Read more...] about The Best Android Phones of 2023

Table of Contents What to Look for in a Mirrorless Camera in 2023 Best Mirrorless Camera Overall: Sony A1 Best Budget Mirrorless Camera: Canon EOS RP Best Mirrorless Camera for Beginners: Nikon Z6 Best Mirrorless Camera for Video: Sony A7SIII Best Mirrorless Camera for Travel: Fujifilm X-T4 Update, 01/23/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best mirrorless cameras you can buy. What to Look for in a Mirrorless Camera in 2023 When they were first introduced, mirrorless cameras had their share of drawbacks. Newer models, however, have worked out the kinks. The innovations made to mirrorless cameras in the last few years have become their main draw. These cameras have now got advanced autofocusing systems with elements like eye autofocus that help get tack-sharp portraits and fast action stills. Mirrorless cameras can also shoot at higher burst shooting rates than a conventional DSLR because they don’t have a mirror … [Read more...] about The Best Mirrorless Cameras of 2023

Table of Contents What to Look For in Outdoor Speakers in 2023 Frequently Asked Questions Best Outdoor Speaker Overall: Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 Best Budget Outdoor Speaker: Tribit StormBox Best Bluetooth Outdoor Speaker: JBL Charge 5 Best Portable Outdoor Speaker: JBL Clip 4 Best Wireless Outdoor Speaker: Bose SoundLink Revolve+ (Series II) Best Outdoor Speaker System: Polk Audio Atrium 4 Outdoor Speakers Update, 01/29/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best outdoor speakers you can buy. What to Look For in Outdoor Speakers in 2023 Not only do we want to take music everywhere we go, but we love to share it with others as well.  Of course, that’s easier said than done, especially if you’re outside the home. With outdoor speakers, you need to balance audio performance, weather resistance, and portability to find the right solution for you. The first decision you’ll need to make when it comes to outdoor … [Read more...] about The Best Outdoor Speakers of 2023

Close Samsung Galaxy S23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 9 Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 series of smartphones globally on February 1. The company has unveiled three new smartphones: Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra. The phones come with the latest Qualcomm chipset, bright displays and new design. Interestingly, the event also got some good attention from Samsung rivals, OnePlus and Nothing in particular. While OnePlus US tweeted a series of tweets on the launch; OnePlus co-founder and Nothing CEO Carl Pei too had his take on the Samasung’s flagship smartphone series, Galaxy S23. Read Also Samsung launches Galaxy S23 Series: One of the best smartphones for night photography and powerful gaming experience revealed Pei shared two tweets on Galaxy S23 series. While the first one had a meme that mocked Galaxy S23 series for looking … [Read more...] about samsung: Nothing CEO has a ‘Samsung poll’ for you