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Streaming services keep getting more expensive: all the latest price increases

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Streaming services keep getting more expensive: all the latest price increases

Death. Taxes. All your streaming services getting a little more expensive all the time. These are the new certainties in life, it seems.

In recent years, as the streaming TV and movie business has gotten more competitive and companies around Hollywood have thrown billions into building their own platforms and libraries in order to compete with Netflix, participating in the streaming era has gotten steadily more expensive. Netflix has raised the cost of its subscription multiple times since its launch. Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN Plus have all gotten more expensive as Disney has invested more in streaming. Paramount Plus, Peacock, Shudder, Starz — practically any service you can name — charges more per month than it did a few years ago. Even as many of these services add ads to their platforms, they’re still charging more.

What’s behind all this wallet-raiding? A confluence of things. As more customers cancel cable, more quickly than anyone expected, the studios and distributors are looking for a way to make up the lost revenue. Good shows and movies are more in demand — and thus more expensive — than ever. And after a decade of spending money like it was going out of style because all investors cared about were subscriber numbers, Hollywood players of all sizes have found themselves needing to actually make money to stay in business.

Companies are looking for any way they can to improve their bottom line. They’re cracking down on password sharing, canceling shows for the tax breaks, and even selling their prized content to other platforms. But the most common strategy is simply to charge you, the viewer, more. A dollar here, two dollars there. Add it all up, and the golden era of TV suddenly has a pretty startling ticket price.

We’re tracking all the price increases and other changes from streaming services so you can make sure you’re only paying for what you want. (We’ll also include discounts and deals, though those seem to happen less and less.) Here’s the latest:

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People keep putting fake walls in front of Teslas

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People keep putting fake walls in front of Teslas

Someone has responded to YouTuber Mark Rober’s Tesla fake wall test with a video that also tries to address the question of whether the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) features would detect a Wile E. Coyote-style road obstruction in the real world. Creator Kyle Paul posted his video Thursday and included two Teslas with FSD: a Model Y equipped with a HW3 computer and a Cybertruck that comes with the latest HW4 / AI4 system and cameras, Not a Tesla App reports.

In the original video, Rober, an engineer who went viral after his package thief glitter bombs videos, tested whether Tesla’s camera-based Full Self-Driving (FSD) system can automatically stop before plowing through a wall painted as a road stretching into the horizon. It didn’t, people raised (many) questions, and we tried to answer a few of them.

In Paul’s video, the Tesla Model Y with confirmed FSD (in this case, version 12.5.4.2) didn’t fare better than Rober’s — he had to manually stop the vehicle before it crashed into the fake wall that, to my human eyes, doesn’t look quite as convincing. Not all is lost for Tesla, though, as Paul’s test of the Cybertruck with FSD version 13.2.8 had a better ending. It detected the wall and slowed down to a complete stop.

You can watch both videos for yourself, whether it’s to check the science or just to take note of how many people have the means to build real-world Looney Tunes ACME walls.

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How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

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How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Voice notes are an incredibly convenient way to capture ideas, reminders or important information without needing to type or write. Whether you’re using an iPhone or an Android device, we’ll walk you through the steps to record voice notes effortlessly.

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A man recording voice notes on his phone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Recording voice notes on your iPhone

Want to easily capture and organize voice notes on your iPhone? Here’s how you can do it in just a few simple steps using the Notes app. We captured the images below on an iPhone 15 Pro running iOS 18.3.1. 

Step 1: Open the Notes app

  • Swipe down from the top of your screen and type Notes in the search bar
  • Tap on the Notes app to open it
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 2: Create a new note

  • Tap the compose icon (a square with a pencil) at the bottom right corner to create a new note
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 3: Start recording

  • With your note open, tap the paperclip icon above the keyboard
  • From the menu that appears, select Record Audio
  • Press the large red button to begin recording your voice
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 4: Stop and save your recording

  • Tap the red button again to stop recording
  • You can play back your recording using the play button
  • To view a transcript, tap the speech bubble icon in the bottom left corner of your screen
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • Words will be highlighted as they play, making it easy to review
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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Step 5: Edit and share

  • To rename your recording, tap the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner
  • Select Rename
  • Type a new name
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • Next, click return
  • Thentap Done
  • Share your recording by tapping the share icon
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • Then, choose options like AirDropMessages or Mail to share it
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your iPhone (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

This feature is especially useful for creating searchable transcripts directly within your notes, making it ideal for meetings or lectures.

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Recording voice notes on your Android

Want to quickly capture your thoughts or important moments on your Android? Here’s how you can easily record voice notes using a simple voice recorder app. We captured the images below on a Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer. 

Step 1: Locate or install a Voice Recorder app

  • Open your app drawer and search for Voice Recorder
  • Or click the search bar and type Voice Recorder
  • If it’s not pre-installed, download a voice recorder app from the Google Play Store
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 2: Start and stop recording

  • Open the Voice Recorder app
  • Tap the red record button at the bottom of your screen to begin recording
  • Tap the stop button when you’re done speaking
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 3: Save your recording

  • Then, next to the record button, tap the black square
  • Type a name for your recording
  • Tap Save
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 4: Playback

  • Tap it from the list of saved recordings to listen to your recording
  • Press play
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Step 5: Share

  • To share it, tap on your recording
  • Then select the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner
  • Click the Share icon
  • Choose your preferred method of sharing, such as Messages, Email or Google Drive
How to record voice notes on iPhone and Android

Steps to record voice notes on your Android (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Recording voice notes is a simple way to stay organized and capture ideas on the go. Whether you’re using an iPhone or an Android, these steps will ensure you never lose track of important thoughts. With just a few taps, you can save time and boost productivity while keeping all your notes easily accessible.

Do you prefer traditional written notes, or do you think voice notes are easier and more convenient for capturing ideas, reminders or important information on the go? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.

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Bigscreen’s super light Beyond 2 headset adds optional eye-tracking

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Bigscreen’s super light Beyond 2 headset adds optional eye-tracking

Bigscreen has just revealed the Beyond 2, a custom-fit virtual-reality headset with a 116-degree field of view it claims is wider than the Meta Quest 3 and Valve Index. The wired headset weighs just 107 grams (~3.8 ounces) and starts at $1,019, but you’ll have to pay extra if you want eye-tracking capabilities.

The Bigscreen Beyond 2 is compatible with SteamVR base stations and comes with the same micro-OLED displays as its predecessor, offering a 5120 x 2560 resolution and up to 90Hz refresh rate. However, Bigscreen says the Beyond 2 has upgraded pancake optics offering “edge-to-edge clarity,” improved brightness, and less glare. It also lets you adjust the position of each lens separately, allowing it to match the distance between your pupils.

There’s also a Beyond 2e, which starts at $1,219 and tracks the movement of your eyes with “incredibly tiny camera sensors the size of a grain of sand.” This can come in handy if you want your virtual avatar in apps like VRChat to reflect your eye movement.

You can still use an iPhone XR or newer to create a 3D scan of your face, allowing Bigscreen to make a custom-fit face cushion. Alternatively, if you don’t have an iPhone, the Bigscreen Beyond 2 now offers a universal-fit Halo mount and cushion.

The Beyond 2 and Beyond 2e are available to order now with black, orange, and clear cover shells. Shipments are expected to arrive in June 2025.

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