OpenAI Phases Out Work with Scale AI
OpenAI is phasing out work with Scale AI, days after the data labeling service reached a deal with Meta. Bloomberg's Rachel Metz explains what's behind the shift with Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow on 'Bloomberg Tech.' (Source: Bloomberg)
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Digital Trends
25 minutes ago
- Digital Trends
LG 2025 TV buying guide: New lineup and models explained
LG has long been a trusted brand name for TVs and all kinds of appliances. Within that TV department, what it's done with its OLED models is remarkable, especially when it comes to variety, which we'll get to. More than ever this year, it's also giving some extra love to the rest of the lineup. This guide breaks down LG's 2025 TV lineup to help you in the decision-making process if you're in the market for a new TV. There are a number of different models offered at a variety of sizes with varying levels of performance, and it can be a little bit confusing. We'll get there in a minute though, because we're starting with LG's budget-friendly LED lineup with the models that are new for 2025. LED TVs These are models labeled UA75 and UA77. They're both 4K TVs that support HDR10 and 4K gaming with a 60 Hz refresh rate and VRR, but they're not necessarily much to write home about. Both models feature direct LED backlighting, which is a step down from full array local dimming found in the higher-end models. Direct-lit usually results in worse contrast and more halo effects around bright objects. What they are is budget-friendly. At the 43-inch size, some models start under $300. Even if you climb the ladder up to 86 inches, you'll pay a little more than $1,000. These would be ideal for a college dorm room if you're getting a smaller size TV or for a room that just needs a TV but won't be the centerpiece of a home theater. QNED LED and Mini-LED TVs Moving up, there's LG's QNED lineup. These combine quantum dot and NanoCell tech to deliver richer, more accurate colors with a wider color gamut. They're also better to view from wider angles, so you don't need to be directly in front of the TV to get a decent picture. LG QNED82A LED TV Starting with the QNED82A, this LED model offers a better picture in terms of color and clarity thanks to LG's 'dynamic QNED color' and a feature called Dimming Pro, which does a better job controlling light and showing better contrast. While it's a fine TV starting at $600 for a 55-inch model and $750 for 65 inches, there's more to be had in the QNED lineup a little bit higher up. LG QNED85A mini-LED TV The QNED85A is a little more expensive, starting at $850 for the 55-inch version, but the improvements are significant, especially for gamers. The upgraded Alpha 8 AI Processor Gen 2 provides an even better picture and sound quality experience. Still, like the 82A, this is an edge-lit LED TV and a step below the full array local dimming found further up the lineup. However, for gamers that need more from their TVs, this is the model where 120 Hz refresh rates start to appear. Also worth noting, if you have the internet speed and router to take advantage, the QNED85A and beyond are Wi-Fi 6E enabled compared to Wi-Fi 5 on the QNED82A. On paper, that means internet connectivity to the TV can be much faster, which could make for a better streaming experience with less buffering for 4K shows, movies, and cloud gaming. LG QNED92A mini-LED TV At the top of the QNED lineup is the QNED92A. To eliminate confusion, that's its model number in the United States. In the United Kingdom, it's QNED93. They're essentially the same TV, but depending on the region you're in, you'll see one of those two. Take everything from the previous model and turn it up a notch in the QNED92A, which is only available in 65, 75, and 85 inches and starts at $1,800 for the 65-inch size. As the flagship QNED TV, it's the only model to feature full array local dimming and Dolby Vision. With the best backlight technology in the 92A, you'll get darker blacks and brighter highlights than anything else previously listed. In terms of audio, it sets itself apart as the only QNED TV in the lineup that supports Dolby Atmos. That means if you're streaming Dolby Atmos-compatible content from the TV operating system, webOS, you'll get Atmos in your speaker setup as long as they support it. In the lower-tier QNED85A, you'll need an external device that supports Dolby Atmos since that model only supports Dolby Atmos pass-through to your audio system. LG QNED9M wireless mini-LED TV Also in this section is the QNED9M, which adds the wireless connect box. Previously, this was exclusive to the OLED M series that introduced this box a few years ago. Adding this to the QNED lineup really reiterates LG's commitment to bolstering its mini-LED TVs, especially as competitors like Sony, Samsung, Hisense, and TCL continue to make big improvements in that department every year. Essentially, the QNED9M packs many of the same features as the 92A, including local dimming, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos support. The wireless connect box means the only cord running from the TV is for power. It's offered in similar sizes too, starting at 65 inches for $1,800. OLED TVs Moving on to the OLED TVs — a little bit simpler. There are the B, C, and G series OLED TVs, ascending in that order. There's also the M series, which features the wireless connect box. In general, these are some of the best-looking TVs on the market thanks to OLED's superior contrast levels. LG B5 OLED TV Starting with the LG B5, it's offered at 48, 55, 65, 77, and 83 inches, which is great for getting into extra-large OLED sizes without spending quite as much. It's still not as inexpensive as some of LG's mini-LED options, but for example, the 83-inch B5 comes in at $4,500, while the 77-inch follows at $3,000. Pricing for the 55 and 65-inch models hasn't been announced yet but will be updated once available. As far as features, even what's considered entry-level OLED still comes pretty stacked. The B5 supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. With its quick response time, it's a great TV for gaming too, complete with variable refresh rate up to 120 Hz. Four HDMI 2.1 ports don't hurt either, especially for entry-level OLED. Sansui's OLED offerings add a little more competition for the B series TVs in the budget OLED tier, but for those who want to purchase from a more familiar brand, the B5 is tough to beat. Final pricing will confirm if that holds up. LG C5 OLED TV The C series takes a moderate but still significant step up, mainly improving brightness and picture processing. The LG C5 uses the Alpha 9 Gen 8 processor — a step up from the Alpha 8 in the B series — and its refresh rate tops out at 144 Hz compared to 120 on the B5. One of the biggest differences separating the C5 from the B5 is the EVO panel. When you see OLED Evo, that's the panel with brightness booster tech, giving the C5 panel more brightness and more vibrant color. Along with the more advanced processor, this makes the C5 the better choice if image quality is a priority. The C5 also comes in a 42-inch size, unlike the B5 and the next TV. It's a great option for a monitor or a smaller gaming setup on a desk. LG G5 OLED TV The G5 is truly special and stands out among the TVs listed here. The G4, last year's model, was already closing the gap with its MLA (Micro Lens Array) panel, drawing closer to QD-OLED rivals from Samsung and Sony. This year, LG has taken the flagship G5 to new heights. The new four-stack OLED panel further enhances brightness — LG claims up to 45% better than the G4, which is impressive if you saw that magnificent G4 screen. When talking about brightness, it's not just for the sake of being bright and blinding. Overall brightness helps with daytime viewing or rooms with lots of ambient light, but brightness mainly benefits HDR viewing and how much the brightest objects on screen stand out from darker areas. Think of the twinkle of stars in a night sky or bright fire or sun that's meant to pop in a movie scene. The G5 has all the bells and whistles mentioned with the previous OLED models but improves in the gaming category with variable refresh rate up to 165 Hz. It comes in sizes ranging from 55 to 97 inches, with the 55-inch model starting at $2,500 and the 97-inch model sitting at a whopping $25,000. Note that the four-stack OLED panel is not available in the 97-inch version. Also, the G5 comes with LG's 5-year warranty, adding peace of mind for such a big investment. LG M5 wireless OLED TV Finally, though pricing isn't available yet, the LG M5 OLED was announced via press release back at CES and is expected to feature the same four-stack OLED panel as the G5. What makes it special is the wireless connect box. This allows you to set the wireless box out of sight and get lossless audio and video quality sent to the TV. It's especially convenient when mounting or placing the TV where running cables is tricky or if you want extra tidy cable management. From previous testing with an M series OLED, the wireless connectivity worked well with only occasional performance dips depending on obstructions between the wireless box and TV. The M5 is currently listed for pre-order in 65, 77, 83, and 97-inch sizes.
Fast Company
26 minutes ago
- Fast Company
Kirkland's Home is closing dozens of stores in new rebrand, adding to list of retailers shutting locations in 2025
Dozens of Kirkland's Home stores will close as part of the retailer's recently announced rebranding efforts. Some existing stores will be converted to Bed Bath & Beyond Home stores as part of the transformation, the company said this week. Kirkland's will streamline its footprint by closing at least two dozen of its 313 existing Kirkland's Home stores. The company will launch its first Bed Bath & Beyond Home store in Brentwood, Tennessee, in August 2025, with five stores to follow. Pending the initial market launch, the retailer intends to open approximately 75 additional stores through 2026. The Tennessee-based retailer also plans to open its first physical Overstock store location in Nashville, with about 30 additional stores to open after the initial launch. These plans align with Kirkland's broader goal to be a multi-brand retail operator. 'By consolidating real estate and leveraging underperforming store closures to reduce excess inventory, we believe we will drive faster inventory turn and maximize return on assets,' the retailer said in a press release. 'Following the consolidation, we expect to move forward with approximately 290 of our current store locations as the foundational footprint for Kirkland's Home, Bed Bath & Beyond Home, and Overstock.' Fast Company contacted the brand to request a list of locations that will close. We will update this story if we receive a reply. Kirkland's Home rebrand reflects a broader transformation Kirkland's corporate name will officially change to The Brand House Collective pending shareholder approval at the company's next annual meeting on July 24, 2025. Its ticker symbol will also change from 'KIRK' to 'TBHC,' pending approval next month. Kirkland's CEO, Amy Sullivan, explained the intention behind the rebrand in the company news release: 'We're aligning our identity with our vision to become a multi-brand merchandising, supply chain and retail operator—and backing it with decisive actions to strengthen our foundation: reducing excess inventory, closing underperforming locations, optimizing real estate assets, and enhancing talent across the organization.' Amy Sullivan will lead as the CEO and chief merchant and creative officer of The Brand House Collective. The company announced the following additions to its corporate team: Chief Operating Officer Jamie Schisler will oversee operations. VP General Merchandising Manager of Bed Bath & Beyond Home Kerri Dlugokinski will lead all merchandising efforts. VP of Supply Chain Courtenay Adolf is responsible for global sourcing, transportation, and distribution centers. The retailer also announced changes to its board of directors. Effective June 24, 2025, appointees Eric Schwartzman, Neely Tamminga, Tamara Ward, and Steve Woodward will serve as board members. In October 2024, Kirkland's announced a strategic partnership with Beyond, Inc., which owns brands Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock, and buybuy Baby.
Yahoo
26 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Crude Prices Pressured on Reduced Concern About an Imminent US Strike on Iran
July WTI crude oil (CLN25) today is down -0.26 (-0.35%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN25) is up +0.0057 (+0.25%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are mixed, with gasoline posting a 10-1/4 month high. Today's weaker dollar is bullish for energy prices. Also, concern about the Israel-Iran conflict is bullish for crude after Bloomberg reported Thursday that US officials are preparing for a possible strike on Iran. SoftBank's Masayoshi Son Unveils $1 Trillion AI Hub Proposal for U.S. to Rival China Crude Prices Pressured on Reduced Concern About an Imminent US Strike on Iran Our exclusive Barchart Brief newsletter is your FREE midday guide to what's moving stocks, sectors, and investor sentiment - delivered right when you need the info most. Subscribe today! However, crude prices were undercut after President Trump said he would wait two weeks to give diplomacy a chance before deciding if the US should attack Iran. Crude prices were also pressured on signs that Iran is ready to negotiate after Reuters reported that the Iranian government is ready to discuss limitations on uranium enrichment. So far, Iran has not impeded ship movement through the vital Strait of Hormuz, which handles about 20% of the world's daily crude shipments. However, a French naval liaison group stated that navigational signals from over 1,000 vessels a day moving through the Strait had been disrupted due to "extreme jamming" of signals from the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas, which led to a collision of two tankers on Tuesday near the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices continue to be undercut by tariff concerns after President Trump said last Wednesday that he intends to send letters to dozens of US trading partners within one to two weeks, setting unilateral tariffs ahead of the July 9 deadline that came with his 90-day pause. A decline in crude oil held worldwide on tankers is bullish for oil prices. Vortexa reported Monday that crude oil stored on tankers that have been stationary for at least seven days fell by -7.2% w/w to 73.97 million bbl in the week ended June 13. Concern about a global oil glut is negative for crude prices. On May 31, OPEC+ agreed to a 411,000 bpd crude production hike for July after raising output by the same amount for June. Saudi Arabia has signaled that additional similar-sized increases in crude output could follow, which is viewed as a strategy to reduce oil prices and punish overproducing OPEC+ members, such as Kazakhstan and Iraq. OPEC+ is boosting output to reverse the 2-year-long production cut, gradually restoring a total of 2.2 million bpd of production. OPEC+ had previously planned to restore production between January and late 2025, but now that production cut won't be fully restored until September 2026. OPEC May crude production rose +200,000 bpd to 27.54 million bpd. Wednesday's EIA report showed that (1) US crude oil inventories as of June 13 were -10.2% below the seasonal 5-year average, (2) gasoline inventories were -1.8% below the seasonal 5-year average, and (3) distillate inventories were -16.7% below the 5-year seasonal average. US crude oil production in the week ending June 14 was unchanged w/w at 13.431 million bpd, modestly below the record high of 13.631 million bpd from the week of December 6. Baker Hughes reported last Friday that active US oil rigs in the week ending June 13 fell by -3 to a 3-3/4 year low of 439 rigs. Over the past 2-1/2 years, the number of US oil rigs has fallen from the 5-1/4 year high of 627 rigs posted in December 2022. On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
