Windows 11’s latest feature lets you view your Android phone content in the File Explorer

The Library of Congress has added the "Reboot Chime" from Windows 95 and the soundtrack from Minecraft to its National Recording Registry, surprising many longtime PC users. These sounds, known for their nostalgic value, are now recognized for their cultural significance alongside classic rock albums and jazz staples. The unexpected inclusion of these digital sounds highlights the evolving nature of the Registry in acknowledging the impact of technology on our cultural heritage. Full Article

Google is now adopting Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) for connecting AI models to data systems, following OpenAI's lead. Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis announced the decision to add support for MCP in a post on X, aligning with Anthropic's guidelines for AI model integration. This move demonstrates Google's commitment to standardizing AI integration methods and improving interoperability within the industry. Full Article

Meta's latest whistleblower, Sarah Wynn-Williams, received a warm welcome on Capitol Hill, where she described CEO Mark Zuckerberg as someone willing to change personas to gain power. Lawmakers expressed skepticism towards Zuckerberg's recent advocacy for free speech, citing his past censorship practices. Wynn-Williams accused Meta of undermining American national security to please the Chinese government, prompting calls for Zuckerberg to testify before the committee. Full Article

Due to a patent dispute with Masimo, new Apple Watch Series 9, 10, and Ultra 2 units in the US no longer have the blood oxygen feature, indicated by part numbers ending in LW/A. Older models are unaffected. With the release of the Series 10, discounted older versions are available, and refurbished options may also be found. The latest watchOS 11 does not support Series 4, 5, and first-gen SE models, so consider your needs...

The National Recording Registry has announced its 2025 inductees, including the Microsoft Windows 95 reboot chime and the Minecraft soundtrack, immortalizing geeky sounds in the Library of Congress. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden describes these audio treasures as representative of America's history and culture. The selection also includes music from various genres such as the original Broadway cast recording of Hamilton and Miles Davis' album Bitches Brew. Full Article

Anthropic introduced a new $100-$200-per-month subscription tier called Claude Max for expanded usage limits with its Claude AI assistant, responding to complaints from existing subscribers about hitting rate limits frequently. The new plan addresses the top request from active users for increased Claude access, as shown by user feedback on Reddit. The downside of a large context window with Claude is that it fills up usage limits quickly, but it allows for processing more complex...