John Brandon
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Forbes Senior Contributor covering social media. Jalopnik feature writer and Inc. Contributing Editor. Book author. My site: https://t.co/s3SJ8hIcOQ
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Joined October 2010
Automakers love to include little surprises, likely because the design teams have a playful and whimsical spirit (and maybe want to sneak in some inside jokes). Read More: https://t.co/AlJwOtgcIY
@jeep @jalopnik
jalopnik.com
From lizards to hidden animations and messages in Morse code, several Jeep models have included Easter eggs over the years, and here's how to find them all.
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Is starting a Substack worth it from a revenue perspective? I'm thinking of starting one on AI
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Do we want to help @tinder defend their app against the bot invasion? Is our biometric data worth it? https://t.co/QaUKZV58wu
forbes.com
The verification feature requires that you show your face as a way to prove you are human. The scan is then verified against existing profiles.
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For this one, I had to do a deep dive at @Costco to find the best deals and scour around for how to take advantage of them. Turns out, if you love cars, this is the place to shop. @jalopnik #costco
https://t.co/PCgPRufx1Q
jalopnik.com
From excellent car rental deals to a selection of affordable batteries and accessories, there are benefits to Costco membership if you own or drive a car.
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This was a fun one to write for Tom's Guide -- it's basically a quiz. I created some text myself and then had ChatGPT create similar text -- can you tell the difference? https://t.co/XcJpG3Er39
@tomsguide @openai
#ai #aislop #tomsguide #openai #chatgpt
tomsguide.com
AI writing is getting harder to detect
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Trying to add a dose of pragmatism to the AI content creation debate. My latest column for Forbes is about MrBeast and his comment that we are in scary times: https://t.co/kCoKZyIqSm
@MrBeast #aislop #aicontent #contentcreators
@forbes @forbestech
forbes.com
What’s actually happening is a little less scary: people are using AI almost like an unpaid intern. It’s often used to augment what real creators are doing.
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Had a lot of fun testing these picture frame hooks that don’t leave a divot behind https://t.co/ji2BuL2aD6
theguardian.com
HangNailz promise the strength of a nail from an almost-invisible drywall hole that requires no patching. We stabbed some in our walls to find out
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There’s a battle raging in front of you, and it’s not for the faint of heart. The demon hordes are descending, dropping from dark skies and climbing over walls. You take a deep breath and press ahead, ready for battle. https://t.co/D66rlAcfqA
@ASUS_ROG
gearadical.com
Read our Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 review to discover how it delivers powerful gaming performance for an immersive experience.
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A texting machine with @Apple CarPlay and @Google Android Auto in the 2026 @Chevrolet Traverse High Country https://t.co/rA7CdA2sWa
#carplay #androidauto
gearadical.com
Explore the features of the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse High Country, designed for safe and convenient driving with voice commands.
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When your goal is to become one with the mud and drive through a riverbed, there is one brand that sticks out. @subaru_usa has a long history of off-roading capability and reliable models. My latest for @Jalopnik
https://t.co/NoTxSMSfwL
jalopnik.com
Subaru's idiosyncratic all-wheel-drive, flat-engine ethos make it a standout in the world of off-roading. Here are the best Subies to take to the mud.
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Fall cook out season is here! You can order these packs online just in time to cook out. https://t.co/rBQbJ40m9u
@OmahaSteaks @HarryandDavid @getmainelobster @TheChefsGarden @NorthCoastSfds
#fallcookout #grilling
gearadical.com
Celebrate the arrival of fall with a delicious Fall Cookout featuring incredible products delivered right to your door.
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We're all safe. The Suno prompt "Make a song like The National and Green Day had a baby" does not work. https://t.co/KbdqSY92EE
@thenational @greenday @sunomusic
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Should AI actors like @tillynorwood have an agent? For background:
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Best beverages for fall picnics! https://t.co/ETqPqk39jt
@DrinkAriZona @SaranacBrewery @LiquidDeath @1919rootbeer @KlatchCoffee @MarkTWendell503 @victorfrombawi @DrinkCoaqua
gearadical.com
Explore the best beverages 2025 for your fall gatherings. Unique drinks that are delicious and perfect for any party.
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MPG is well-established as the standard measure of fuel economy. It's so well established, in fact, that few of us question the MPG rating on a daily basis — at least until we notice we're heading back to the gas station. Read More: https://t.co/vkOHmlQLZz
@Jalopnik
jalopnik.com
Ever wondered what went into the testing process for the MPG rating on your car? Here's how those numbers are derived and why they aren't always accurate.
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Sometimes these tests can be tough especially when they have to go back in the box #journalistproblems
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New research released by @openai reveals a much more complex picture of what it means to be confident in the age of artificial intelligence. The study asserts that AI making educated guesses, known as hallucinating, is often preferable and desire. https://t.co/FzCfowcvW0
vktr.com
OpenAI’s latest research sheds light on the root causes of AI hallucinations and what enterprises can do to manage the risks.
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