The Rabbit R1, an AI-powered smartphone, has launched with a 2.88-inch screen. It was announced at CES and is designed as an AI companion. The device has received attention for its small size and limited features.

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Google's Messages app does not have an in-app setting to turn off animations and expressive effects. Users can turn off animations on their device through the Accessibility settings, but this affects all animations on the phone, not just Messages.

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Google Messages is adding a 'Show expressive animations' setting to turn off Reaction and Screen Effects, a feature desired by many users. No specific timeline or details on the update were provided.

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Volkswagen introduced the ID. C electric SUV concept in China, designed for younger buyers. The sleek, Porsche-like vehicle is part of VW's new sub-brand, but it won't be available in the US. The ID. C previews VW's future EV design and tech in the world's largest EV market.

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Amazon offers the official Google Pixel Watch Active band for $10, a discount from its original price. The band is compatible with the Google Pixel Watch 2.

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Best Buy offers a $300 discount on the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air, priced at $999. The deal is available for those who prefer the M2 model over the newer M3 models.

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Best Buy is offering the GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike for $5,999, a $501 discount from its original price of $6,500. This is the second-lowest price the bike has seen since its release in summer 2023, with previous discounts reaching $6,000 in August and December.

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BMW USA has revealed the 2025 i4 electric sedan, featuring a redesigned front fascia, new exterior colors, and a digitized interior with sportier textiles. The updates will be available this summer, following the model's debut as a 2022 sedan.

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Ross Young, a supply chain analyst, initially reported that the 2024 iPad Air would have a mini-LED display. However, he has now revised his report, stating that the device will not feature mini-LED technology. No alternative display technology has been announced.

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Android Auto's settings menu has been redesigned, rolling out to users with a new look that supports dark mode and aligns with modern Android. The redesign comes after a two-year wait, with the previous design unchanged since 2020.

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