New Google Maps update makes parking easier

Spotify brings back free live lyrics, Nothing Phone 2a launched, and more
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Google Maps and Waze are getting some big upgrades
Google Maps will show you more info about your destination, including parking options (Google)
If you regularly use Google Maps or Waze to get from A to B there are some updates rolling out now that you should know about: easier incident reporting, improved guidance for parking near your destination, new speed camera alerts, and more.
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Audio
Lyrics are coming back for users on Spotify's free tier
Lyrics are on the way back for free users (Future)
Users weren't happy when Spotify made its unlimited sing-a-long lyrics mode a premium-tier exclusive in May, but it looks as though lyrics are now back for those on the free plan – and there don't appear to be any limits on the number of songs you can look up.
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Phones
The Nothing Phone 2a Plus has launched
Say hello to the Nothing Phone 2a Plus (Nothing)
There's a brand-new smartphone to consider if you're after a competitively priced, mid-range Android handset: the Nothing Phone 2a Plus. We've got all the details on the device, including the upgrades it offers over the Nothing Phone 2a.
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Artificial Intelligence
An AI Friend probably isn't a great idea
Do we need an AI companion everywhere we go? (Adobe Firefly)
The latest AI-powered gadget to catch our attention is the Friend, a $99 talking pedant that goes everywhere with you, and listens to what you're saying and doing – and we're far from convinced that this back-chatting wearble buddy is a good idea.
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Computing
Intel schedules its major Lunar Lake CPU reveal
We're about to get more chips from Intel (Intel)
We're being promised "unmatched AI computing power" from Intel's long-awaited Lunar Lake laptop chipsets, and we now know that the processors are going to get their grand unveiling on Tuesday, September 3, just before IFA 2024 gets underway.
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