Technology News for Sunday 2nd November 2025

1. 9 best gifts for LA teens, according to LA teens

Starface Hydro-stars + Big Blue · Labubu (or the Crybaby and Skullpanda toys) · Lego Record Player with Flowers · Tone body mist · Alo Unisex Half-crew Throwback Socks · Micro Hydro Mini Bottle · JLab JBuds Lux ANC Over-ear Headphones · Sol de Janeiro fragrances ...

2. AI video generators are now so good you can no longer trust your eyes

OpenAI, the maker of the popular ChatGPT chatbot, has graced the internet with a technology that most of us probably weren't ready for. The company recently released an app called Sora, which lets users instantly generate realistic-looking videos with ...

3. Why basketball is one of the best full-body workouts you can do.

But whether it's a pickup game at the park, a rec-league matchup or simply shooting hoops in the driveway, basketball offers far more than recreation and entertainment.

4. I work in social media. This 'Brick' device helped me stop doomscrolling.

A phone behind a brick wall covered in flowers. (Chelsea Conrad/The Washington Post).