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Apple opens iOS to alternative app marketplaces in Brazil and changes App Store commission structure following a settlement with competition watchdog CADE (Marcus Mendes/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:40:05 GMT

Marcus Mendes / 9to5Mac:
Apple opens iOS to alternative app marketplaces in Brazil and changes App Store commission structure following a settlement with competition watchdog CADE — Starting today, app developers will be able to distribute apps through alternative app marketplaces in Brazil, as part of a broader set …

 
Sandisk's new PS5 SSDs cost up to $2,960, that's five PlayStation 5 consoles - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:24:00 GMT

The US memory manufacturer has launched the Optimus GX PRO 850P SSD lineup, which includes storage drives specifically designed for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. While high-capacity SSDs are already expensive, Sandisk's PS5-branded drives push pricing to an entirely different level.

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USB worm spreads crypto-stealing malware via Windows shortcut files - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:20:06 GMT
Threat actors targeting cryptocurrency wallets have been distributing clipboard-stealing malware with self-spreading capabilities and using the Tor network to conceal communication. [...]
 
3 Amazon Workers Say They’re Under Investigation for Speaking Out About Data Centers - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:03:27 GMT
The software engineers filed a complaint with Seattle’s civil rights office accusing Amazon of illegally retaliating against them for expressing their personal political beliefs.
 
Android 17's Bubbles Is the Best Thing to Happen to Phone Multitasking - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:00:42 GMT
Bubbles is a smoother, more intuitive way to multitask on Pixel phones, and I'm loving it already.
 
Google Calendar lets you use any color you want for your events - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:56:35 GMT
Your Google Calendar is about to get a lot more colorful.
 
Former Trump AI adviser Dean Ball is joining OpenAI to lead a new team called Strategic Futures, focused on frontier AI policy and internal governance (Ashley Gold/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:55:01 GMT

Ashley Gold / Axios:
Former Trump AI adviser Dean Ball is joining OpenAI to lead a new team called Strategic Futures, focused on frontier AI policy and internal governance — Dean Ball, who helped shape the Trump administration's early policies on AI, is heading to OpenAI, he told Axios exclusively.

 
CNET's Shopping Experts Found the Best Deals of the Week So You Don't Have To - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:53:00 GMT
Don't miss these handpicked discounts on some of our favorite products ahead of Prime Day.
 
This Spirited New Puzzle Platformer Puts A Clever Spin On Celeste - Kotaku - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:49:25 GMT
This Spirited New Puzzle Platformer Puts A Clever Spin On Celeste Kotaku
 
Sources: General Intuition, which trains AI agents in spatial reasoning, is in talks to raise $300M from Jeff Bezos and others at a $2B+ valuation (Rebecca Bellan/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:35:01 GMT

Rebecca Bellan / TechCrunch:
Sources: General Intuition, which trains AI agents in spatial reasoning, is in talks to raise $300M from Jeff Bezos and others at a $2B+ valuation — General Intuition, the New York-based startup building a foundation model that trains AI agents how to move through space and time …

 
Apple's iPhone Air 2 is getting a second camera and better battery life, coming next year - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:32:00 GMT

The next Air will reportedly ship with an ultrawide rear camera alongside the primary unit, boosting its appeal to photo bugs that may have skipped the first-gen device due to its single-camera configuration. In an era where multiple cameras are the norm on most mainstream and premium models, the single-camera...

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An In-Browser Visualizer For GPS Satellites - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:30:21 GMT
Billions of people use GPS on a daily basis, along with the various other satellite navigation systems available today. But few of us spend much time contemplating the fleet of …read more
 
Amazon's AI chief Peter DeSantis says the company is in talks to sell its custom Trainium AI chips for use in third-party data centers (Mark Bergen/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:20:01 GMT

Mark Bergen / Bloomberg:
Amazon's AI chief Peter DeSantis says the company is in talks to sell its custom Trainium AI chips for use in third-party data centers — Amazon.com Inc. is in talks to sell its custom-made artificial intelligence chips for use in other companies' data centers, a key expansion of its efforts to cut into Nvidia Corp.'s dominance.

 
Filings: Waymo pulls its ~4K robotaxis from highways after finding 13+ instances of the cars driving into highway sections under construction (Sean O'Kane/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Sean O'Kane / TechCrunch:
Filings: Waymo pulls its ~4K robotaxis from highways after finding 13+ instances of the cars driving into highway sections under construction — Waymo has recalled its fleet of nearly 4,000 robotaxis to restrict them from driving on highways while it figures out how to make the vehicles behave around construction zones.

 
Hunter-gatherers in Siberia died of a plague outbreak 5,500 years ago - ArsTechnica Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:04:40 GMT
We can't blame the Neolithic Transition for the plague anymore.
 
Scientists Made a Car Paint So Black It Looks Like a Hole in Reality - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:07 GMT
  1. Scientists Made a Car Paint So Black It Looks Like a Hole in Reality Gizmodo
  2. Paint it black(er): A new way to make cars darker than ever Tech Xplore
  3. Any color the customer wants, as long as it’s the blackest black C&EN
  4. Darkest Black Ever? New “Ultra-Black” Automotive Coating with Carbon Nanotubes Absorbs over 99% of Visible Light The Debrief
 
Silicon Valley’s Elite Financial Advisers Say This Era of Wealth Is Different - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The rich are getting richer. Here’s what wealth advisers are telling their tech clients right now.
 
Warriors of Armageddon – Painted by the Warhammer community - Warhammer Community - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:55:51 GMT
Warriors of Armageddon – Painted by the Warhammer community Warhammer Community
 
Apple's Tim Cook Says Price Increases Are 'Unavoidable' - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:53:54 GMT
RAMageddon strikes again: Cook told The Wall Street Journal that rising memory prices have made current prices "unsustainable."
 
US Open 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch, Stream All the PGA Tour Golf From Anywhere - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:43:00 GMT
J.J. Spaun is out to defend his title in the third major tournament of the year at Shinnecock Hills.
 
The first long-duration resident of the ISS, a cosmonaut, has died - ArsTechnica Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:34:36 GMT
Two expeditions, two spacewalks, 322 days in space.
 
Taiwan teaches civilians drone skills learned from Ukraine's war as China threat looms - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:34:00 GMT

Taiwan has seen an increase in volunteer-led civil defence groups in recent times as China becomes more aggressive and emboldened by Russia's actions.

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Google Calendar finally has more color options for events - The Verge - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:32:16 GMT
  1. Google Calendar finally has more color options for events The Verge
  2. Google Calendar Lets You Use Any Color You Want For Your Events Engadget
 
Need to Scan Important Documents? Use Your iPhone's Hidden Scanner - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:32:00 GMT
You don't need a physical scanner to quickly sign, scan and send official documents -- just use the iPhone in your pocket.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:54 GMT
Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Technology Commission. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Changes to iOS in Brazil - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:05 GMT
As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning with iOS 26.5, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
Seattle-based Gradial, which makes AI agents that automate enterprise marketing workflows, raised a $65M Series C led by Insight Partners at a $675M valuation (Kerry Flynn/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:02 GMT

Kerry Flynn / Axios:
Seattle-based Gradial, which makes AI agents that automate enterprise marketing workflows, raised a $65M Series C led by Insight Partners at a $675M valuation — Gradial, a Seattle-based startup that deploys AI agents to automate enterprise marketing workflows, has raised $65 million in Series C funding …

 
Digimon Story: Time Stranger free update launches July 9, adds Terriermon Assistant, Graphics Mode options, more - Gematsu - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:28:06 GMT
  1. Digimon Story: Time Stranger free update launches July 9, adds Terriermon Assistant, Graphics Mode options, more Gematsu
  2. Video: Digimon Story: Time Stranger Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch vs. PS5 comparison Nintendo Everything
  3. Highly-Anticipated July 2026 RPG Is Free To Play On Switch 2 Right Now ScreenRant
  4. Digimon Story: Time Stranger Demo Comparison Highlights Switch 2 Performance Mode Advantages TwistedVoxel
  5. DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER’s demo is now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2! Bandai Namco Europe
 
If AI Is Sentient Then So Is ‘Age of Empires II’ - 404 Media - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:25:44 GMT
If AI Is Sentient Then So Is ‘Age of Empires II’ 404 Media
 
Klue OAuth breach linked to 'Icarus' Salesforce data theft attacks - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:19:50 GMT
Market intelligence platform Klue suffered a OAuth breach that enabled the "Icarus" threat actors to steal Salesforce CRM data from multiple organizations in an ongoing extortion campaign. [...]
 
GTA 6: Preorders Start June 25, Release Date, Pricing, Locations and More - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:15:26 GMT
The next installment of the Grand Theft Auto series is poised to dominate 2026. Here's what we know so far.
 
What Happens if Russia Shuts the Door on their Leaky ISS Module? - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:14 GMT
There was a particularly tense moment aboard the International Space Station earlier this month, with NASA directing their astronauts to secure themselves in the Dragon capsule and prepare for a …read more
 
Akai refreshes the MPC One and Key 37 workstations - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Akai updates the MPC One and Key 37 with better processors, additional RAM and more storage.
 
Click to Cancel Is Dead, but the FTC Is Still Fighting Subscription Scams - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The FTC is leveraging another act to stop costly cancellation confusion, but that's not all.
 
No, Sony Did Not End ‘Destiny 2’ To Get ‘Revenge’ On Bungie - Forbes - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:56:36 GMT
  1. No, Sony Did Not End ‘Destiny 2’ To Get ‘Revenge’ On Bungie Forbes
  2. Sony Isn’t Getting ‘Revenge’ on Bungie For Destiny Underperforming, It’s Claimed Insider Gaming
  3. Sony Reportedly Ended Destiny 2 Support Over Financial Losses, Not Revenge Against Bungie The Game Post
 
GTA 6 pre-orders open on June 25 - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:54:48 GMT
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 open in just one week.
 
5 reasons Microsoft 365 backup isn’t enough for business data protection - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:48:56 GMT
Microsoft 365 helps keep services running, but protecting and recovering business data remains your responsibility. Acronis breaks down five gaps organizations should consider when evaluating Microsoft 365 data protection. [...]
 
Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Order Date And Cover Art Revealed - Game Informer - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:42:43 GMT
  1. Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Order Date And Cover Art Revealed Game Informer
  2. GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar BBC
  3. Rockstar Games posts major update about ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ KRON4
  4. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Pre-Orders to Open June 25; Take-Two Jumps Bloomberg.com
  5. Mark your calendars: Grand Theft Auto 6 has finally revealed its pre-order date for consoles Windows Central
 
Just 16% of Americans think AI will benefit society, despite chatbot use climbing to 49% of US adults - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:37:00 GMT

The Pew Research Center found that 49% of US adults now use chatbots, up from 33% two years ago. This includes roughly one in four who use these tools on daily basis. Fifty-one percent say they don't use chatbots at all, the majority of whom are 50 and older.

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Old iPods are making a comeback thanks to Gen Z - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Now bring back the Microsoft Zune, I double dare you.
 
Police cleans nearly 15,000 SocGholish-infected sites tied to Evil Corp - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:25:47 GMT
International law enforcement agencies cleaned nearly 15,000 malware-infected WordPress websites and took down more than 100 servers linked to the SocGholish botnet and the Evil Corp Russian cybercrime group. [...]
 
Sources: the early Chinese backers of Manus, including HSG, ZhenFund, and Tencent, plan to buy the AI startup back from Meta at the $2B price Meta paid (The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:25:04 GMT

The Information:
Sources: the early Chinese backers of Manus, including HSG, ZhenFund, and Tencent, plan to buy the AI startup back from Meta at the $2B price Meta paid — The early Chinese backers of AI firm Manus are planning to buy the firm back from Meta Platforms at the $2 billion price Meta paid …

 
Architect Labs, which aims to use AI to cheapen and speed up the process of designing custom chips, raised a $24M seed led by Kindred Ventures (Max A. Cherney/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:20:02 GMT

Max A. Cherney / Reuters:
Architect Labs, which aims to use AI to cheapen and speed up the process of designing custom chips, raised a $24M seed led by Kindred Ventures — Architect Labs said on Thursday it had raised $24 million in seed funding to build a company that will use artificial intelligence to speed and ease the design of custom chips.

 
Sources: as early as next week, the EU is set to unveil its preliminary findings that AWS and Azure seem to meet the criteria for regulation under the DMA (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:15:04 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: as early as next week, the EU is set to unveil its preliminary findings that AWS and Azure seem to meet the criteria for regulation under the DMA — Microsoft Corp.'s Azure and Amazon Web Services are on a collision course with the European Union's tough digital competition rulebook …

 
Adobe Says Its Expanded AI Agents Are There to 'Guide You Down the Happy Path' - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:01:09 GMT
You are the creative orchestrator with the new AI assistants coming to Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Illustrator.
 
As David Sacks steps back and Sriram Krishnan prepares to leave, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and others are leading AI policy in the Trump administration (Maria Curi/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:01:04 GMT

Maria Curi / Axios:
As David Sacks steps back and Sriram Krishnan prepares to leave, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and others are leading AI policy in the Trump administration — Like its AI policy, the Trump administration's AI team is taking shape on the fly. … But with Sacks stepping …

 
45 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:48 GMT
Check out some old classics and great new releases on Netflix now.
 
XGIMI MemoMind One review: Smart glasses, creepy AI - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
XGIMI's MemoMind One is a good pair of smart glasses blighted by a creepy AI that spies on you.
 
Ultrahuman's M2 Live is an updated glucose tracker for metabolic tracking - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Ultrahuman's M2 Live uses Abbott's cheaper Lingo sensors to help keep track of your blood sugar.
 
Adobe brings its Firefly AI Assistant inside of Premiere, Photoshop and Illustrator - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Adobe has added its Firefly AI tool to some of its most important apps.
 
ShapedPlugin update flow hacked to infect WordPress sites - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:55:36 GMT
Multiple WordPress plugins from ShapedPlugin were compromised in a supply chain attack that distributed infected releases to paying customers via the vendor's official update system. [...]
 
FortiBleed leak exposes Fortinet VPN credentials for 73,000 devices. - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:54:39 GMT
A newly discovered data leak dubbed "FortiBleed" has exposed what appears to be a collection of Fortinet and FortiGate VPN credentials for 73,932 firewall URLs at organizations worldwide. [...]
 
Waymo Recalls Robotaxis Over Risk They'll Drive at Speed Into Freeway Construction Zones - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:50:21 GMT
The company's latest recall of 3,871 vehicles follows incidents of its autonomous cars prioritizing other hazards or failing to recognize closed construction zones altogether.
 
AMD confirms next-gen Threadripper with Zen 6 cores, PCIe 6.0, and new TR6 socket - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:48:00 GMT

Details of the next Threadripper series were discovered in AMD's technical documentation portal by InstLatX64. It lists the AMD Ryzen Threadripper TR6 desktop processors under document ID UG1866, with screenshots revealing some key details: Family 1Ah Model A8h, DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 6, Zen 6 cores, and the Mustang Peak codename.

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Apple fixes Beats Studio Buds flaw that let hackers spy on conversations - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:23:58 GMT
Apple has released security updates to patch a high-severity flaw affecting the Beats Studio Buds wireless earbuds that could allow attackers in Bluetooth range to spy on users' conversations. [...]
 
Telegram admits it couldn't police exam-leak channels, India tells court - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:18:49 GMT
India's government has told the Delhi High Court that Telegram was warned about two weeks before it was blocked, and that the platform admitted it could not proactively detect the channels selling leaked exam papers. Telegram says it cooperated and the ban is unlawful. [...]
 
Following Epic's recent heavy embrace of generative AI in Unreal Engine 6, Vampire Survivors developer Poncle appears to have concerns - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:13:13 GMT
  1. Following Epic's recent heavy embrace of generative AI in Unreal Engine 6, Vampire Survivors developer Poncle appears to have concerns Eurogamer
  2. Epic Releases Fortnite Video That's Trying To Launder The Company's Use Of AI In The Art Pipeline, But Artists I Spoke To Simply Aren't Having It Aftermath
  3. Vampire Survivors Studio Suggests It May Scrap Fortnite Crossover After Epic Games Confirms Generative AI Usage IGN
  4. Has Epic been too honest about using generative AI? Creative Bloq
  5. Epic Games shows how gen AI messes up Fortnite’s art — and uses it anyway Massively Overpowered
 
Hive's stock jumps 5%+ after the company announced a $220M, three-year GPU cloud contract with Bell Canada and Cohere, as it pivots away from bitcoin mining (James Van Straten/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:10:01 GMT

James Van Straten / CoinDesk:
Hive's stock jumps 5%+ after the company announced a $220M, three-year GPU cloud contract with Bell Canada and Cohere, as it pivots away from bitcoin mining — HIVE Digital Technologies (HIVE) shares jumped 10% in pre-market trading on Thursday after the company announced a $220 million …

 
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Review: Stunning Design, Strong Performance Make It a MacBook Killer - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:08:00 GMT
Windows users get a true MacBook Pro alternative with HP's top-end consumer laptop.
 
Earn Special Rewards in GTA Online with the Fine Art Collector Program - Rockstar Games - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:05:34 GMT
  1. Earn Special Rewards in GTA Online with the Fine Art Collector Program Rockstar Games
  2. The Next Big Score Rockstar Games
  3. Rockstar Announces Free PS5 And Xbox Series X/S Upgrade For Grand Theft Auto V Game Informer
  4. GTA 5 Owners Receive a Free Upgrade While Waiting for GTA 6 CNET
  5. Rockstar Will Offer Free GTA 5 Upgrades From Older Console And PC Versions Engadget
 
Tim Cook confirms Apple price hikes are coming, iPhones could jump $200 or more - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:04:00 GMT

Apple CEO Tim Cook recently told The Wall Street Journal that raising prices across its product lineup will become unavoidable this year due to continually inflating memory costs. The company has not yet determined which devices will see hikes or how severe they will be, but WSJ estimates that base-model...

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Samsung The Frame Pro 2026 Review: Pricey But Worth It - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:01:00 GMT
The Frame Pro 2026 benefits from meaningful tweaks. AI audio and picture tuning work in tandem with a new anti-glare coating to deliver impressive benefits.
 
This Hidden Apple Setting Helped Me Take Back Control of My iPhone Camera - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:43 GMT
Commentary: My camera roll was filling up with random photos from every time I bumped my camera control button. I hated it until I found this trick.
 
Best Meat Thermometers of 2026 for Grill Master Dads - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
If you're gifting your dad a snazzy new grill this Father's Day, don't forget the meat thermometer, too.
 
Is your Pixel running smoother after updating to Android 17? [Poll] - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Is your Pixel running smoother after updating to Android 17? [Poll] 9to5Google
  2. Check out what's new in Android 17 blog.google
  3. Google officially launches Android 17 Mashable
  4. What Samsung's Android 17 Update Actually Means For Your Galaxy Phone Forbes
  5. Google Adds New Android Controls for WhatsApp Backups, Password Transfers TechRepublic
 
This Ghost in the Shell keyboard makes me want to activate the hundred spidery robot fingers inside my regular fingers - The Verge - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
This Ghost in the Shell keyboard makes me want to activate the hundred spidery robot fingers inside my regular fingers The Verge
 
Feature: Seven Hilarious Ocarina Of Time Moments I Can't Wait To See In The Zelda Remake - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Feature: Seven Hilarious Ocarina Of Time Moments I Can't Wait To See In The Zelda Remake Nintendo Life
  2. The Legend of Zelda™: Ocarina of Time nintendo.com
  3. I’m Glad the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Showed Us Almost Nothing IGN
  4. A List Of Weird Little Guys In Ocarina Of Time I Can’t Wait To See In The Remake Kotaku
  5. Nintendo Loves Remaking 3D Zelda Games, But For Some Reason, Not The 2D Classics GameSpot
 
Trump claims Apple and Intel closed deal to manufacture chips in the US - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:54:30 GMT
In a Truth Social post, Trump said Apple and Intel have already finalized an agreement to manufacture chips for the former's devices stateside.
 
Former Gojek CEO and Indonesian education minister Nadiem Makarim is charged with taking ~$46M in rewards tied to a Chromebook procurement contract for schools (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:50:04 GMT

Bloomberg:
Former Gojek CEO and Indonesian education minister Nadiem Makarim is charged with taking ~$46M in rewards tied to a Chromebook procurement contract for schools — The trial of one of Southeast Asia's most successful entrepreneurs is adding to concern about governance under President Prabowo Subianto.

 
Ahead of Xbox Studio 'Bloodbath', Report Lays Out Why the Company is Struggling So Bad - IGN - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:47:07 GMT
  1. Ahead of Xbox Studio 'Bloodbath', Report Lays Out Why the Company is Struggling So Bad IGN
  2. Inside Xbox's margin crush: A string of misses at Xbox Game Studios, misguided Game Pass decisions, and the memory rout at its core Windows Central
  3. Even with PS5 Ports, Many of Xbox's Games Have Been Underperfoming Push Square
  4. Xbox Told Studios To Focus On Awards & Game Pass, Punishes Them For Low Sales Later Tech4Gamers
  5. Xbox admits Avowed, Outer Worlds 2, and dozens of other games fell flat Gagadget.com
 
Amazon’s Fire Tablets, Tested, So You Don’t Have To (2026) - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:36:00 GMT
Whether you need a travel-friendly slate or something affordable for the kids, we tested every model to find the right one for every occasion.
 
F5 issues out-of-band patches for critical NGINX vulnerabilities - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:33:00 GMT
Cybersecurity company F5 has released out-of-band security updates to address multiple NGINX web server vulnerabilities, including two critical-severity flaws that could allow attackers to execute code on vulnerable systems. [...]
 
An in-depth look at Meta's AI-fueled rampage through its engineering organization, 30% to 50% of engineers on core teams reassigned to data labeling, and more (Gergely Orosz/The Pragmatic Engineer) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:20:03 GMT

Gergely Orosz / The Pragmatic Engineer:
An in-depth look at Meta's AI-fueled rampage through its engineering organization, 30% to 50% of engineers on core teams reassigned to data labeling, and more — Leadership at the social media giant has been on an AI-fueled rampage through its engineering org. We report what's happened

 
Waymo recalls over 3,800 robotaxis that might drive onto closed freeways - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT
Waymo is recalling over 3,800 of its self-driving taxis due to a software issue that could cause them to enter closed freeway construction zones at speed.
 
Prem AI, a Swiss startup that lets hedge funds and law firms run AI models on their own infrastructure, is raising a $100M Series A, targeting a $500M valuation (Natalia Kniazhevich/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Natalia Kniazhevich / Bloomberg:
Prem AI, a Swiss startup that lets hedge funds and law firms run AI models on their own infrastructure, is raising a $100M Series A, targeting a $500M valuation — Prem AI, a Swiss startup that helps companies including hedge funds and law firms run artificial intelligence models …

 
If You’re a PC Gamer, It’s Time to Upgrade to Magnetic Keyboard Switches - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:06:00 GMT
While they have a few downsides, if you're a competitive gamer (or hope to be), HE and TMR magnetic switches can make a huge performance difference.
 
Accenture says it will buy a majority stake in Dragos and fully acquire runZero and NetRise in a combined deal for the cybersecurity startups valued at $4.18B (Anhata Rooprai/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:05:12 GMT

Anhata Rooprai / Reuters:
Accenture says it will buy a majority stake in Dragos and fully acquire runZero and NetRise in a combined deal for the cybersecurity startups valued at $4.18B — Consultancy firm Accenture (ACN.N) said on Thursday it will buy a majority stake in Dragos and fully acquire runZero and NetRise in a combined deal valued at $4.18 billion.

 
Replace These 11 Default Apps in Windows 11 - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Windows comes with a set of default apps that cover the basics – but for most of them, that's exactly their ceiling. Here are 11 better alternatives worth switching to.
 
13 Best Essential Oil Diffusers 2026: Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:02:00 GMT
I tested over a dozen top home diffusers for scent strength, longevity, special features, and more. The Urpower Aroma is my favorite option for most people.
 
Commodore Unveils Linux Powered Flip Phone - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:12 GMT
A promo image that might have been a little much even in 1999.
Whatever happens with the new incarnation of the Commodore corporation, we’ll always remember the old one fondly. Well, we’ll remember certain of its products fondly, at any rate, if not …read more
 
Here’s What Actually Happens When Antivirus Software Scans Your PC - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Your antivirus software does a lot more than sit in your system tray looking busy.
 
Commodore Unveils Linux Powered Flip Phone - Hackaday - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Commodore Unveils Linux Powered Flip Phone Hackaday
  2. Commodore’s newest gadget is a flip phone that blocks social media and browsers Ars Technica
  3. Commodore Made a Digital Detox Phone That Isn’t Dumb WIRED
  4. Commodore Is Back — and It Wants to Sell You a $499 Flip Phone Hackster.io
  5. Commodore announces Linux-based flip phone with ‘no social media, no browser’ — the Callback 8020 will be available in five retro colorways starting at $499, runs 99% of Android apps Tom's Hardware
 
Is Bundling Your Streaming Services Really Worth It? Our Expert Chimes In - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Bundling may be a money-saver as subscription prices skyrocket. Our expert chimes in on whether they're worth it.
 
Think Your Subscriptions Are Cheap? They Could Be Costing You $1,300 Per Year, CNET Survey Finds - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Last year, US adults spent an average of $204 on unused subscriptions. Now, we're wasting even more money.
 
How to Watch the Knicks Parade on NYC Traffic Surveillance Cameras - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Artist Morry Kolman will be livestreaming feeds of the NBA champions’ ticker-tape parade from NYC’s traffic cameras—and this time, the city’s Department of Transportation isn’t demanding he stop.
 
Halo Stops Bedtime Scrolling so You Can Go the F to Sleep - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
By focusing on sleep, ScreenZen’s app-blocking Halo gadget is downright dreamy compared to the rest.
 
NASA is sending an orbiter to Mars with Eric Schmidt's Relativity Space - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:27:08 GMT
NASA has teamed up with Eric Schmidt's Relativity Space for a 2028 Martian mission.
 
Microsoft fixes Windows Server 2016 security update failures - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:14:20 GMT
Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing the June 2026 security updates to fail on Windows Server 2016 systems that weren't up to date. [...]
 
Lost Your Duolingo Streak? Here's How to Restore it - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:01:23 GMT
Did you miss a day in the popular language app? You can restore your 30-day-plus streak, but only for the month of June.
 
Treyarch Confuses Xbox Fans With Black Ops 1 & 2 Reveal For PS5 - Pure Xbox - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Treyarch Confuses Xbox Fans With Black Ops 1 & 2 Reveal For PS5 Pure Xbox
  2. Xbox to port two Call of Duty games to PlayStation with no word on needed updates for Xbox and PC Windows Central
  3. Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II Ports Announced for PlayStation VGChartz
  4. Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Are Officially Being Ported to New Platforms Next Month IGN
  5. Black Ops 1 And 2 Are Coming To PS4 And PS5 GameSpot
 
Sennheiser debuts open-ear Accentum Clip earbuds with nine hours of battery life - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Sennheiser joins the open-ear earbud craze with its first clip-on design.
 
Locked Out of the World Cup: A Year Marked by Barriers, Borders, and Broken Access - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The 2026 World Cup promises a global celebration. Many Arab fans may find themselves locked out.
 
12 Reasons to Wait for the iPhone 18 Pro - MacRumors - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:17:44 GMT
  1. 12 Reasons to Wait for the iPhone 18 Pro MacRumors
  2. iPhone 18 Pro is getting larger camera bump per leaks, here’s why 9to5Mac
  3. iPhone 18 Release Date Delay May Split Apple's Launch Calendar Gadget Hacks
  4. iPhone 18 Pro buyers should watch out for a repeat problem AppleInsider
  5. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Why A September 2026 Launch Looks Likely Forbes
 
VSCO's new Studio Pro app can edit 100 photos at a time - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:14:00 GMT
VSCO's new Studio Pro app can batch edit photos and match the style of a reference image.
 
The Sperm-Maxxing Bros Are Actually Onto Something - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Wellness influencers have stumbled onto a huge issue when it comes male fertility, though not every solution they're pitching is good advice.
 
Nintendo DS Port of Super Mario 64 Released With Multiplayer Support - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:09 GMT
For some time now [Tobi Friedly] has been tinkering away at porting the original Super Mario 64 from the Nintendo 64 to just about any device imaginable. One of these …read more
 
Trump says Apple will work with Intel to build chips in the US - TechSpot Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:05:00 GMT

"When I won my Second Term (Third, actually!), it was clear America needed its Semiconductor Industry to come back to the U.S.A. We design everything, but we need to BUILD it here, NOW!" Trump wrote. "So I decided to help Intel because we need to design and build our Chips...

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Hulk, Punisher join Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer - ArsTechnica Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:37:59 GMT
Peter Parker to Bruce Banner: "I didn't know you could get that big."
 
Midjourney, the AI image generator, is developing a full-body ultrasonic scanner - Engadget Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:20:19 GMT
Midjourney has announced its first hardware project, and it can do more than make cute AI pet photos.
 
The UK Will Scan Asylum-Seekers’ Faces for Age Checks—Despite Knowing the Tech Is Flawed - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Internal Home Office tests of age-verification technology show the risks of life-altering errors. It’s moving forward anyway.
 
Wish Upon a Jirachi in Pokémon Pokopia - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:07:31 GMT
  1. Wish Upon a Jirachi in Pokémon Pokopia Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Pokopia Adds Mythical Pokémon Event, as Fans Believe Shiny and Costume Creatures May Follow IGN
  3. Pokemon Pokopia's Popular Time Traveling Loophole Appears To Have Been Patched OpenCritic
  4. New Pokémon Pokopia Event Begins Next Week Introducing Jirachi Insider Gaming
  5. Jirachi Joins ‘Pokémon Pokopia’ For Limited Time Event Cinelinx
 
Leaky Player Piano Gets MIDI Upgrade in YouTube Restomod - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:27 GMT
The word “restomod” is a bit nebulous, but it’s normally used in the automotive world to describe taking an old car and making it better-than-new with all the technological improvements …read more
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 50% Off in June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this June.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 50% Off in June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
Uplift Promo Codes: $570 Off - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your home office with the best Uplift Desk discount codes. Save on standing desks, ergonomic chairs, and accessories during the Spring Setup Sale.
 
30% Off Samsung Promo Code | June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Vitamix Promo Codes and Deals: $25 Off + Free Shipping - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score discounts on blenders, food processors, immersion blenders, and more with our selection of Vitamix coupons and deals.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off June 2026 - Wired Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more June 2026 discounts.
 
“We can’t ship goods without functioning ports” - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Chelsea Mitchell studies the economic forces that shape shipping ports and their ability to support global supply chains.
 
MIT in the media: For the future of tech, "Massachusetts can absolutely lead" - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Leaders, faculty across MIT discuss fostering innovation and talent in Greater Boston in special series of articles published alongside the outlet's annual list of 'Tech Power Players'
 
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok demo now available - Gematsu - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:11:56 GMT
  1. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok demo now available Gematsu
  2. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok hands-on report, demo available today PlayStation.Blog
  3. [EXCLUSIVE] Beyond the Base Game: Cygames on What Endless Ragnarok Means for Granblue Fantasy: Relink GamerBraves
  4. Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok gets Nintendo Switch 2 demo, details on how to unlock new story and Conflux, new trailer Nintendo Everything
  5. Steam Beloved 92% Rated RPG Releases Free Sample Of Huge New DLC GAMINGbible
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, June 18 - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:47:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 18.
 
Gemini for Android using Bubbles to let you multitask & continue chats - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:16:00 GMT
Gemini for Android using Bubbles to let you multitask & continue chats 9to5Google
 
Solid-State Batteries Take to the Sky - Hack a Day Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:00:20 GMT
There always seem to be a handful of revolutionary technologies perpetually out of reach: fusion energy, quantum computers, and full self-driving cars are always in this list, and it seems …read more
 
Round Up: The Reviews Are In For The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millenium Tales - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:55:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: The Reviews Are In For The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millenium Tales Nintendo Life
  2. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales review – a playable love letter to Zelda The Guardian
  3. Final Fantasy meets Zelda? Yes, please The Verge
  4. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Switch 2) Review Nintendo World Report
  5. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Review - History Repeats Itself Game Informer
 
Leak confirms OpenAI is testing a ChatGPT for Science subscription - Bleeping Computer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:30:08 GMT
OpenAI appears to be testing a new subscription and experience for science use cases, but it's unclear if it'll be available to everyone regardless of their background. [...]
 
Dispatch Restores Censored Content on Switch 2 With New Update - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:45:00 GMT
The new update lets players decide how much censorship they want, depending on their region.
 
Google Earth's Secret Flight Simulator Is Now Free for Everyone on the Web - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:15:52 GMT
All you need to take to the virtual skies now is a browser.
 
New Smart Home Update Aims to Simplify Everyday Device Connections - CNET Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:10:48 GMT
Matter 1.6 introduces updates to device setup, smart thermostats, and connected-home technologies. Here's what you need to know.
 
Street Fighter 6 DLC character Yasmine launches August 3 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:11:25 GMT
  1. Street Fighter 6 DLC character Yasmine launches August 3 Gematsu
  2. Street Fighter 6 Interview: Diversity and Final Fantasy Collaboration DualShockers
  3. Yasmine will test FGC Commentators’ pronunciation skills when she joins Street Fighter 6’s roster on August 3rd Gaming Age
  4. Yasmine gets a gameplay preview ahead of her August 3 debut on Street Fighter 6 Instant Gaming News
  5. Latest Street Fighter 6 DLC Character Yasmine Gets Gameplay Trailer Restart.run
 
Stop Killing Games lost its biggest battle despite 1.3 million signatures, but the fight isn't over - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:02:00 GMT

The European Commission has rejected a petition bearing 1,294,188 verified signatures to propose legislation against making end-of-life premium games permanently unplayable.

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QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2026-27 - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 GMT
Ranking at the top for the 15th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 12 subject areas.
 
Building And Testing A DIY Robot Actuator - Hack a Day Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:00:07 GMT
[Brandon Lai] is hoping to build a humanoid robot. To that end, he’s going to need some actuators, and decided to design his own. His second pass at this turned …read more
 
The Korean Telecom Giant at the Center of Anthropic’s Mythos Controversy - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:52:00 GMT
Days before Anthropic took its most advanced AI models offline, the White House ordered the company to revoke SK Telecom’s access to Claude Mythos over claims of alleged ties to China.
 
Tim Cook says Apple price increases are 'unavoidable' due to memory crunch - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:18:16 GMT
RAMaggedon claims another one.
 
The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games Right Now - CNET Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:13:19 GMT
The latest Nintendo console benefits from an incredible library of games carried over from the original Switch, but it has fantastic exclusives as well.
 
Second carcass-eating fly species cleared by FDA for maggot wound therapy - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:11:20 GMT
Maggot therapy lacks robust data, but it has fans and a fail-safe "bacon therapy."
 
GTA 5 Owners Receive a Free Upgrade While Waiting for GTA 6 - CNET Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:45:04 GMT
Those who held off on upgrading can now get the PS5 and Xbox Series versions at no extra cost.
 
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Watched a Planet Get Absolutely Scorched - CNET Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:30:21 GMT
The exoplanet HD 80606 b has a weird, elliptical orbit that brings it perilously close to its home star, causing massive temperature fluctuations.
 
The iPhone Air 2 will reportedly land next spring with a second camera - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:21:31 GMT
The ultralight may become a permanent fixture in Apple's smartphone lineup.
 
OtherSide Entertainment lays off 17 staff following game cancellation - Game Developer - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:09:33 GMT
  1. OtherSide Entertainment lays off 17 staff following game cancellation Game Developer
  2. Deus Ex Creator’s New Immersive Sim Is Cancelled, With 17 Staff Laid Off Kotaku
  3. OtherSide Entertainment cuts 17 jobs after Argos cancellation GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Warren Spector's studio has conducted layoffs and canceled a new game WN Hub
  5. OtherSide Entertainment (Thick as Thieves) lays off staff following the cancellation of its next game Instant Gaming News
 
Google to use UK and EU user IP addresses for ad personalization - Bleeping Computer Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:02:42 GMT
From August 3, 2026, Google will use IP addresses from UK, EEA and Switzerland users for ad measurement and personalization. It lands as the ICO weighs new consent rules, and years after Google itself called using such signals to identify devices "wrong." [...]
 
Xiaomi May Have Just Invented a Robot Arm for EV Charging - CNET Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:47:26 GMT
If reports online are true, the Chinese tech giant is keeping quiet about an innovation it beat Tesla to create.
 
ChatGPT now has a hub for scheduled tasks - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:44:59 GMT
TIL you can schedule prompts in ChatGPT.
 
Sooner than expected? Useful quantum error correction promised for 2028. - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:44:32 GMT
Elsewhere, beyond-classical quantum hardware, plus classical computing fires back.
 
Susan Solomon named 2026 Tang Prize laureate - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The MIT professor’s groundbreaking work on atmospheric chemistry helped lay steps towards recovery of the ozone layer and demonstrated the lasting impacts of carbon emissions on Earth’s climate.
 
After unveiling ridiculously expensive AR glasses, Snap’s stock takes a dive - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:24:28 GMT
  1. After unveiling ridiculously expensive AR glasses, Snap’s stock takes a dive TechCrunch
  2. Snap unveils $2,195 AR glasses as CEO Evan Spiegel bets on post-smartphone future CNBC
  3. Introducing SPECS Augmented Reality Glasses Snap Newsroom
  4. Snap stock falls as Specs augmented reality glasses draw mixed reactions Yahoo Finance
  5. All about the Specs AR glasses, with Snap CEO Evan Spiegel Mashable
 
iPhone Air With Dual Lens Camera Coming in Spring 2027 - MacRumors - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:18:16 GMT
  1. iPhone Air With Dual Lens Camera Coming in Spring 2027 MacRumors
  2. Apple Prepares Second-Generation iPhone Air for Spring 2027 Bloomberg.com
  3. iPhone Air 2 could arrive with big camera and battery upgrades, report says Mashable
  4. iPhone Air successor with two cameras rumored for spring 2027 AppleInsider
  5. The iPhone Air 2 Will Reportedly Land Next Spring With A Second Camera Engadget
 
ALS Patient, 47, Gains Ability to Speak and Sustain Full-Time Job Using Experimental Brain-Computer Interface - Yahoo - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:14:04 GMT
ALS Patient, 47, Gains Ability to Speak and Sustain Full-Time Job Using Experimental Brain-Computer Interface YahooSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Expanding and deepening climate reporting through local messengers - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:10:00 GMT
A new impact report shows how the MIT Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellowship has brought community-centered climate coverage to nearly 3 million readers and listeners.
 
Epic Games details how it's embracing generative AI in Unreal Engine - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:09:14 GMT
Epic Games is making generative AI a big part of upcoming versions of Unreal Engine.
 
California says AT&T lied to FCC in attempt to shut off old phone network - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:07:40 GMT
FCC considers AT&T petitions to preempt state rules and discontinue phone service.
 
Firefox has an ambitious new roadmap, the browser is also losing millions of users a month - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:58:00 GMT

Mozilla is trying to innovate and bring new features to Firefox, but the browser continues to lose users. Despite these concerning market trends, the company is actively working to improve the ailing browser, so much so that it has published a new roadmap highlighting the most important changes coming to...

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Massive breach spills credentials for thousands of sensitive networks - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:54:31 GMT
The affected include Oracle, Lenovo, FedEx, a NATO contractor, and Fortinet.
 
Google serves up a massive June patch for Pixels to solve lingering issues - Android Central - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:53:03 GMT
  1. Google serves up a massive June patch for Pixels to solve lingering issues Android Central
  2. 5 reasons to update your Android now: serious vulnerabilities Modernet Digital
  3. The June Android security update is one of the biggest this year and most users haven't installed it yet MakeUseOf
  4. Google just made Pixel devices a lot better with June patch fixes Android Headlines
 
Is the Trump T1 Just an HTC Phone Painted Gold? - CNET - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:48:00 GMT
  1. Is the Trump T1 Just an HTC Phone Painted Gold? CNET
  2. We tore open the Trump phone — it was nearly the same as a Taiwanese device using Chinese parts NBC News
  3. The Trump phone is more novelty than serious smartphone contender MSN
  4. ICYMI: here's the week's 8 biggest tech news stories from WWDC 2026 to Trump's not-so-made-in-America phone TechRadar
  5. Trump phone teardown confirms it's nearly identical to an existing HTC phone Yahoo Tech
 
Tesco moving 40,000 server workloads off VMware amid Broadcom's “abusive conduct” - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:43:13 GMT
Tesco claimed Broadcom hiked its VMware prices by about 175 percent in UK court filings.
 
Google Photos rolls out AI-powered ‘Edit with Ask Photos’ to these new countries - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:40:00 GMT
  1. Google Photos rolls out AI-powered ‘Edit with Ask Photos’ to these new countries 9to5Google
  2. Google Photos could be working on new ways to transform your videos Android Police
  3. Google Photos will transform your videos beyond recognition. But their new AI tool will have a number of limitations Samsung magazín
  4. Google Photos may soon let you remix videos just like photos Android Authority
  5. Google Photos’ AI image editor expands to more regions, but only for Android users Digital Trends
 
AB Download Manager is a free alternative to Internet Download Manager - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:37:00 GMT
AB Download Manager is an open-source download accelerator and manager, like IDM but without the price tag. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it supports download acceleration, queue management, and pause/resume support through a clean interface. It can also detect and download videos, audio, and non-encrypted HLS streams from supported websites.
 
AI coding agents taught robots how to install GPUs and cut zip ties - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:25:19 GMT
Nvidia's self-improvement program for robots enlists teams of AI coding agents.
 
OnePlus Pad 3 Pro launches as the brand’s most powerful tablet, but there’s a catch - Gizmochina - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:24:30 GMT
  1. OnePlus Pad 3 Pro launches as the brand’s most powerful tablet, but there’s a catch Gizmochina
  2. OnePlus Pad 3 Pro unveiled in China with 13.2" 144Hz LCD, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. OnePlus Unveiled the Pad 3 Pro Tablet Root-Nation.com
  4. OnePlus Pad 3 Pro Packs Flagship Power, but Most Buyers Can't Get It Gizchina.com
  5. OnePlus Pad 3 Pro Debuts: A Big-Display Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Powerhouse Android Headlines
 
I barely use Gemini's default chatbot after trying the new Gemini Live interface - Android Central - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:16:22 GMT
I barely use Gemini's default chatbot after trying the new Gemini Live interface Android Central
 
Anthropic's design assistant now works better with its coding agent - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Anthropic's tools are getting chummy with each other.
 
You won't be able to buy iPhone 19 as Apple reportedly plans jump to iPhone 20 next year - PhoneArena - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:59:27 GMT
  1. You won't be able to buy iPhone 19 as Apple reportedly plans jump to iPhone 20 next year PhoneArena
  2. Apple Plans Camera AirPods Alongside Upgraded Foldable iPhone in 2027 Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple 2027 rumors: AirPods with cameras for AI and the second folding iPhone The Verge
  4. Apple to launch AI-juiced AirPods and sunglasses, going head-to-head with Meta New York Post
  5. Apple's 20th Anniversary iPhones to Come in Two Sizes, Will Launch Alongside Gen 2 Foldable iPhone MacRumors
 
Flexible cryogenic cables solve a challenge in quantum system development - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:35:00 GMT
A prototype wiring system for dilution refrigerators could advance the realization of practical quantum computers.
 
What Happens After Your Smart Fridge Stops Getting Software Updates? - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Here's what to expect when the manufacturer stops supporting your smart fridge.
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Foldable We’ve Been Waiting For - Geeky Gadgets - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:27:32 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Foldable We’ve Been Waiting For Geeky Gadgets
  2. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Price Hike: Who Pays More and Who Doesn't Gadget Hacks
  3. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs Apple iPhone Fold: How the rumors compare Mashable
  4. More Galaxy Z Fold 8 ‘Ultra’ leaks confirm it looks just like a normal Samsung foldable 9to5Google
  5. Samsung's upcoming foldables and smartwatches clear a major US launch hurdle Android Authority
 
Operating a Humanoid With Your Body Is a Hot Job in China’s Hardware Capital - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:25:35 GMT
In Shenzhen, workers at IO-AI Tech control humanoid robots using a VR rig reminiscent of Ready Player One.
 
No, I Don’t Want to Watch Your Straight Hockey Show - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:23:30 GMT
From Amazon’s Off Campus to Netflix’s upcoming Icebreakers, the recent spate of hetero hockey romances shows Hollywood learned the wrong lessons from Heated Rivalry.
 
The Slate Truck's price may have leaked, starts at $24,950 - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:23:21 GMT
The official launch takes place next week.
 
Samsung's foundry is booming as TSMC struggles with demand – bags Nvidia, Tesla, and Qualcomm as new clients - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:23:00 GMT

According to a report from Nikkei Asia, Samsung Foundry has either received orders from or is in negotiations with Google, Nvidia, Tesla, AMD, and BYD to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips based on sub-5nm nodes. Some of these companies previously worked exclusively with TSMC but are now engaging with Samsung to...

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'There Are Other Xbox Studios in Trouble': Ominous Reports as Microsoft 'Bloodbath' Looms - Push Square - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. 'There Are Other Xbox Studios in Trouble': Ominous Reports as Microsoft 'Bloodbath' Looms Push Square
  2. Microsoft’s Xbox Problem Is Bigger Than a Console War Yahoo Finance
  3. Xbox Reportedly Planned Ninja Theory's Closure Before Senua Was Even Announced games.gg
  4. Xbox Is Going To Be Unrecognisable By The End Of This Month, And Here's Why TheGamer
 
"Dangerous" AI models are coming no matter what - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:50:46 GMT
AI models with advanced hacking capabilities will soon be the norm.
 
Catch Up on the Disney Dreamlight Valley 2026 Summer Showcase Stream! - Disney Dreamlight Valley - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:44:27 GMT
  1. Catch Up on the Disney Dreamlight Valley 2026 Summer Showcase Stream! Disney Dreamlight Valley
  2. All About Adventure Packs Disney Dreamlight Valley
  3. Disney Dreamlight Valley 2026 Summer Showcase — Every Major Reveal, Trailer, Announcement and Update IGN
  4. Disney Dreamlight Valley announces big Honeyglow Woods Adventure Pack DLC Nintendo Everything
  5. Winnie the Pooh coming to Disney Dreamlight Valley WVNS
 
Android 17 arrives on Pixel with floating apps, foldable features, and new AI tools - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:41:00 GMT

That context matters for understanding what this update actually is. Android, at least in its pure form, is no longer what most users interact with. On Pixel phones, the operating system sits beneath a layer of Google-specific features and services, many of which don't appear on other Android devices in...

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This handheld x86 mini-computer is heading to Kickstarter with swappable accessories and 4G LTE - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:10:00 GMT

A company named Mogozen has been working for months on the CG Deck project and is now preparing to launch a crowdfunding campaign to bring the product to market. The CG Deck is a handheld "mini-computer" based on an x86 SoC design, offering extensive customization options and compatibility with both...

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SanDisk's new 8TB PS5 SSD costs more than three times as much as the PS5 Pro - Engadget Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:11 GMT
The highest capacity Optimus GX Pro 850P drive for the PS5 almost tops the $3,000 mark.
 
SanDisk's New 8TB PS5 SSD Costs More Than Three Times As Much As The PS5 Pro - Engadget - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:11 GMT
  1. SanDisk's New 8TB PS5 SSD Costs More Than Three Times As Much As The PS5 Pro Engadget
  2. PlayStation 5 SSD add-ons get shocking new prices Polygon.com
  3. Sandisk's new 8TB SSD built for the PS5 and PS5 Pro costs $3,000 TweakTown
  4. The absurd reality of rising storage prices: a single gaming console hard drive now costs as much as three complete consoles. Moomoo
  5. SanDisk launches new SSDs for PlayStation 5 priced at up to US$3,000 Mezha
 
The White House Wants Anthropic to Block All Jailbreaks. That May Not Be Possible - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Trump administration officials tell WIRED that if Anthropic wants to rerelease Fable 5, it will need to ensure the model's guardrails can't be circumvented. Security experts say that can't be done.
 
How often do the sensors inside the 2026 FIFA World Cup ball record data? - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:35:00 GMT
The 2026 World Cup ball is basically a flying motion tracker
 
Google bets on Gemini to reinvent the smart home speaker - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:30:09 GMT
  1. Google bets on Gemini to reinvent the smart home speaker TechCrunch
  2. Meet the new Google Home Speaker, built for Gemini blog.google
  3. The Gemini-Powered Google Home Speaker Is Finally Here WIRED
  4. Ten months later, the $100 Google Home Speaker is finally available for preorder Ars Technica
  5. Google's New Smart Home Speaker Is Here, a Challenger to the HomePod Mini CNET
 
EA Advertisement Isn't New: A Look Back At The Sims' History With Brands (And What Comes Next) - Sims Community - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:20:13 GMT
  1. EA Advertisement Isn't New: A Look Back At The Sims' History With Brands (And What Comes Next) Sims Community
  2. Introducing EA Advertising Electronic Arts Home Page
  3. Electronic Arts Makes Push for Ad Dollars Tied to Sports Variety
  4. EA is launching a platform for in-game ads. The Verge
  5. EA rolls out Advertising platform to let companies market "directly into gameplay" GamesIndustry.biz
 
Unreal Engine 6 Gets Q4 2027 "Early Access" Release Date, Full Release by Mid-2029 - Digital Foundry - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:18:00 GMT
  1. Unreal Engine 6 Gets Q4 2027 "Early Access" Release Date, Full Release by Mid-2029 Digital Foundry
  2. Unreal Fest Chicago: The Road to Unreal Engine 6 Epic Games
  3. Epic wants to let you bring your Fortnite skins to other games The Verge
  4. Unreal Engine 6 will merge UE5 and UEFN into 'a single, unified engine' Game Developer
  5. Unreal Engine 5.8 Paves Way for Better Optimization in UE6 TechPowerUp
 
Ten months later, the $100 Google Home Speaker is finally available for preorder - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:57:14 GMT
Google's new smart speaker is more about Gemini than audio quality.
 
MIT Open Learning reaches all the way to the South Pole - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:50:00 GMT
John Della Costa uses OpenCourseWare to engage fellow Antarctica “winterovers” in physics content, and to build community.
 
Towers once planned for California shuttle launches leveled for SpaceX rockets - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:47:09 GMT
"Space Launch Complex-6 represents six decades of American innovation."
 
OpenAI made $13 billion in 2025 and lost $21 billion doing it - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:47:00 GMT

Revenue growth has been dramatic. OpenAI generated $3.7 billion in revenue in 2024 before jumping to $13.07 billion in 2025. By the end of that year, monthly revenue was approaching $2 billion, suggesting demand continued to accelerate. OpenAI says ChatGPT now has more than 900 million weekly users, though only about 50 million subscribe to paid tiers.

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iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in 40+ ways, here’s the full list - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:33:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in 40+ ways, here’s the full list 9to5Mac
  2. How Apple Is Making Your Older iPhone Run Faster and Stay Alive Longer WIRED
  3. My 17 favorite iOS 27 features have nothing to do with Siri or AI Macworld
  4. iOS 27 Coming to Older iPhones May Just Be Apple's Winning Strategy CNET
  5. You Can Easily Install the iOS 27 Beta For Free Right Now, Here's How MacRumors
 
Forza Horizon 6 Series 2 adds 10 new cars, including rare Porsche 911 - Traxion.GG - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:32:24 GMT
  1. Forza Horizon 6 Series 2 adds 10 new cars, including rare Porsche 911 Traxion.GG
  2. Drive Decades of Iconic Cars in Forza Horizon 6 Forza.net
  3. Forza Horizon 6 Patch Notes: Latest Update Addresses Drivatar Difficulty And More Forbes
  4. Forza Support Team Recommends Xbox Players Disable Quick Resume for Forza Horizon 6 IGN
  5. Next Batch of Free Cars Confirmed for Forza Horizon 6 IGN
 
Chrome update fixes 33 security flaws, including seven critical bugs - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:26:00 GMT
Google Chrome remains the default browser for billions of users. Latest release 149.0.7827.156 is largely a security update, but a significant one, fixing 33 vulnerabilities including seven rated critical and numerous high-severity flaws tied to memory corruption, WebRTC, extensions, passwords, and authentication systems.
 
"Truly evil" FDA rejection of gene therapy overturned after Trump official ousted - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:12:31 GMT
Gene therapy company UniQure had another FDA meeting after Vinay Prasad's exit.
 
The White House app could soon be auto-installed on every DHS work phone - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:43:00 GMT

The notice described it as a convenient way to access official White House communications, including announcements, executive actions, speeches, livestreams, videos, and other updates.

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Frigibax Community Day PvE Analysis: Is Baxcalibur with Glaive Rush Worth Building? - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:14:41 GMT
  1. Frigibax Community Day PvE Analysis: Is Baxcalibur with Glaive Rush Worth Building? Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Frigibax Dragon Claws into Pokémon GO’s June Community Day Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon GO Max Mondays for Monday, June 15th, 2026 Nintendo Wire
  4. Pokémon GO Events This Week: June 15-21, 2026 Pokémon GO Hub
 
Why Account Takeovers Are Rising and How to Stop Them - Bleeping Computer Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:10 GMT
Account takeovers are rising as attackers bypass traditional defenses through phishing, session hijacking, and MFA fatigue. Specops Software explores how device trust and continuous verification help reduce account takeover risk. [...]
 
Apple's AI hardware roadmap: camera-equipped AirPods, smart glasses, and foldable iPhones - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:59:00 GMT

The most striking product is a new version of AirPods with cameras in the stems, code-named B798. It's now tracking toward a late-2027 launch after slipping from an original 2026 target, reports Bloomberg, which cites people familiar with the plans.

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Microsoft refreshes Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Snapdragon X2 chips, longer battery life, and higher prices - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:18:00 GMT

The new Surface Pro is the 13-inch 12th Edition model, while the Surface Laptop is now in its 8th Edition and remains available in 13.8-inch and 15-inch sizes.

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India's Telegram ban hit the UAE too. Here's how to get around it - Bleeping Computer Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:12:45 GMT
India has banned Telegram until June 22 after the app was used to circulate leaked exam papers. CEO Pavel Durov accuses telecom Reliance of BGP hijacking that disrupted the app as far away as the UAE. Here's what happened, and how to get around the block with an MTProto proxy. [...]
 
Regulation Set M‑B Kicks off a New Ranked Battles Season and Battle Pass in Pokémon Champions - Pokemon.com - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:04:12 GMT
  1. Regulation Set M‑B Kicks off a New Ranked Battles Season and Battle Pass in Pokémon Champions Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Champions Is Available Now on iOS and Android Devices Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon Champions 1.1.0 Update Adds 39 New Pokémon VICE
  4. Which Mega Raichu Should You Use In Pokémon Champions Kotaku
  5. Pokémon Champions Guide: All New Pokémon & Held Items games.gg
 
The Gemini-Powered Google Home Speaker Is Finally Here - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Arriving six years after Google’s last smart speaker, the new HomePod-style device was redesigned to play host to Gemini’s chatbot.
 
Visibility builds credibility — the tools you use every day, now visible on your LinkedIn profile - LinkedIn - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Visibility builds credibility — the tools you use every day, now visible on your LinkedIn profile LinkedIn
  2. LinkedIn will tell others how you really use Adobe’s apps The Verge
  3. LinkedIn adds more digital skills visibility Social Media Today
  4. LinkedIn will now let you show off exactly what skills you have with all your favorite workplace apps TechRadar
  5. LinkedIn launches Connected Apps: your skills can now be verified en.softonic.com
 
"The retail SSD market has almost disappeared," Silicon Motion says, as OEMs take what's left - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:46:00 GMT

During Computex 2026, Silicon Motion senior VP Nelson Duann told Tom's Hardware that NAND shortages over the past year have nearly eliminated the direct-to-consumer market for SSDs. The company's SSD controllers, which previously ended up in drives sold at retail, now mostly go to companies such as Dell and Asus.

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"This is just the start" - Housemarque responds to Saros' slower sales versus Returnal's, and compares itself to one of the most beloved studios around - Eurogamer - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:22:51 GMT
  1. "This is just the start" - Housemarque responds to Saros' slower sales versus Returnal's, and compares itself to one of the most beloved studios around Eurogamer
  2. Can PlayStation’s Housemarque repeat the FromSoftware story? The Game Business
  3. Saros Developer Housemarque Wants to Have the Same Growth as FromSoftware IGN
  4. Saros Dev Wants To Follow In FromSoftware's Footsteps Kotaku
  5. Housemarque Staff Has Tripled in Recent Years: 'We Are Now Truly a PlayStation First Party' Insider Gaming
 
I Found 22 Early Prime Day Deals That Are Worth Shopping Now - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:22:45 GMT
We’ve trawled the depths of Amazon to find the best deals on gear we’ve tested.
 
Samsung Galaxy XR Arrives in the UK - Samsung - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:16:26 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy XR Arrives in the UK Samsung
  2. After more than a year of waiting I finally got to try Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset as it finally gets a UK release date TechRadar
  3. Samsung Galaxy XR to launch in UK from 08 July Telecompaper
  4. The Samsung Galaxy XR lets you move in 3D inside your 2D images: what could this mean for photography, long term? Digital Camera World
  5. Samsung starts taking pre-orders for the Galaxy XR in the UK, multiple deals available - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
 
Snap says its $2,195 Specs are AR glasses for the post-smartphone era - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Introduced at AWE 2026 in Long Beach, Specs are now available for pre-order with a $200 refundable deposit and are expected to ship this fall in the US, UK, and France.

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The Best Robot Lawn Mowers (2026): TerraMow, Mammotion - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:03:00 GMT
Smart mowers are an expensive alternative to old-fashioned yard work, but they’re finally good enough to consider if you’d rather sip an iced tea and watch a robot tame your lawn.
 
Native NACS ports, infotainment upgrade for MY27 Porsche Taycan - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:45 GMT
The bigger battery is standard and there are now simulated "E-Shifts."
 
CVS Is Switching to Aluminum Pill Bottles - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
They’re much more recyclable than the current plastic ones, and they will still probably be locked away behind that anti-theft plexiglass.
 
Microsoft confirms Office apps launch issues after June updates - Bleeping Computer Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:54:21 GMT
Microsoft is investigating a new issue preventing third-party applications from launching Microsoft Office applications or opening documents on up-to-date Windows systems. [...]
 
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and this is my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
 
Windows and Linux users: The deadline to update Secure Boot keys is near - ArsTechnica Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:15:17 GMT
What you need to know about the expiration of keys securing your machine's boot sequence.
 
AMD quietly disabled RAM encryption on some Ryzen CPUs and users want to know why - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The change came to light in April, when Ben Kilpatrick installed a new OS on a Ryzen 7 9700X system built on AMD's Zen 5 architecture. He describes himself as a "privacy-conscious Linux hobbyist," and part of his routine is to verify that hardware security features are switched on. To...

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Billionaire Valve Boss Gabe Newell Buys Florida Super Mansion With Its Own Underground Tunnel for $70.8 Million - IGN - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:46:55 GMT
  1. Billionaire Valve Boss Gabe Newell Buys Florida Super Mansion With Its Own Underground Tunnel for $70.8 Million IGN
  2. Valve billionaire Gabe Newell spends $70 million on new mansion as Steam fights monopoly lawsuits MSN
 
Tim Heidecker Wants to Turn Infowars Into Adult Swim for the Internet - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Infowars’ would-be creative director talks Sandy Hook, comedy’s MAGA turn, and why the future of satire may look more like a streaming startup than a late-night show.
 
West Antarctica Is Missing Way Too Much Ice - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Temperatures have climbed up to 45 degrees Fahrenheit above normal, stopping ice from forming in the dead of Antarctic winter.
 
Sony patents PlayStation controller buttons that get harder, softer, and grab your fingers - TechSpot Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:18:00 GMT

The patent, spotted by Cheat Happens, is titled Operation device, information processing apparatus, control method thereof, and program.

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For Iran’s Athletes, There Is No Separating Sports From Politics - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT
From defections and protests to moments of national pride, the 2026 World Cup arrives amid decades of tension between identity and the state.
 
Interactive. Violent. Gross. Inside Fishtank, the Unhinged Future of Reality TV - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
It’s like Big Brother without any limits, or broadcast standards. WIRED goes on location—and on camera—with the cult hit.
 
Here's How You Unlock Halo's PS5 Platinum Trophy Next Month - Push Square - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:45:00 GMT
  1. Here's How You Unlock Halo's PS5 Platinum Trophy Next Month Push Square
  2. Achievement List | Halo: Campaign Evolved | Halo - Official Site (en) Halo Waypoint
  3. Download Our Halo Cover Art For Free Game Informer
  4. Halo: Campaign Evolved Launches July 28, Pre-Orders Available Now XBOX Wire
  5. Full List Of Xbox Achievements Revealed For Halo: Campaign Evolved Pure Xbox
 
Assassin's Creed Fans Say Shadows Finally Has a Proper Ending a Year After Launch, as Ubisoft Acknowledges 'Community Didn't Resonate' With Story as Hoped - IGN - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:34:40 GMT
  1. Assassin's Creed Fans Say Shadows Finally Has a Proper Ending a Year After Launch, as Ubisoft Acknowledges 'Community Didn't Resonate' With Story as Hoped IGN
  2. Assassin’s Creed Shadows Final Update Launches Today Ubisoft
  3. Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ final update features Animus-bending endgame content Domains PlayStation.Blog
  4. Hit 2025 PS5 RPG Getting Final Free Update and It’s a Big One AOL.com
  5. How Player Feedback Shaped Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Journey After Launch XBOX Wire
 
Shimano Launches Cable-Actuated XT Drivetrain - Pinkbike - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Shimano Launches Cable-Actuated XT Drivetrain Pinkbike
  2. The New Shimano DEORE XT M8200 Mechanical Brings New Tech to 11- and 12-Speed Drivetrains BIKEPACKING.com
  3. Shimano Launches Updated DEORE XT Mechanical Derailleurs, Shifters, and Trail Pedals Bikerumor
  4. Shimano launches new XT M8200 mechanical derailleur with stronger dual-spring chain stabiliser Flow Mountain Bike
  5. Shimano XT mechanical goes a generation further Escape Collective
 
JPL’s open house is finally coming back again. Here’s how to get free tickets to the NASA tradition. - Time Out Worldwide - Google Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:05:48 GMT
  1. JPL’s open house is finally coming back again. Here’s how to get free tickets to the NASA tradition. Time Out Worldwide
  2. Explore JPL Returns in 2026! NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) (.gov)
  3. Explore JPL to Take Place Oct. 10, 11 NASA (.gov)
 
The Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for June 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
 
Stearns and Foster Promo Codes: $300 Off in June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover the best Stearns and Foster promo codes, discounts, and deals to elevate your sleep experience with premium comfort and quality.
 
Tempo Promo Codes: Get up to 60% Off Healthy Meals - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your meal prep with these Tempo discount codes and offers. Save on high-protein, ready-to-heat meals delivered to your door.
 
iRobot Promo Code: 15% Off - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on iRobot products, including robot vacuums and mops designed to handle pet hair, daily messes, and hands-free cleaning with smart home integration.
 
Barkbox Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 50% Off - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Barkbox subscriptions, including monthly themed collections of plush toys, tough chews, and healthy snacks designed to keep your pup’s tail wagging.
 
30% Off Tempur-Pedic Promo Codes | June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.
 
Best Hotels.com Coupon Codes for June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Verizon Promo Codes: $200 Verizon Gift Cards | June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Ready for an upgrade? Apply our latest promotional codes today and choose a select service plan to score a discount with Verizon.
 
Coleman Promo Codes and Deals: Up to 75% Off in June - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Gear up for your next adventure with these Coleman coupons and discount codes to save on camping essentials and outdoor gear.
 
HBO Max Promo Code: 50% Off | June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows and save up to 50% today with HBO Max discount codes and subscription deals.
 
AirDoctor Coupon Codes: 40% Off | June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to $400 on top air purifiers and filters with verified AirDoctor promo codes and special offers for 2026.
 
Norton Coupon Codes: Up to 58% Off - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to protect your small business or your personal computer, we have the top coupons and deals to help you save at Norton.
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for June 2026 - Wired Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Could AI tell you where you left your keys? - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new spatial memory system for robots efficiently captures details about the objects they see while exploring their environment.
 
Best Handheld Fans and Wearable Fans (2026) - Wired Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:48:10 GMT
Whether you’re at a festival, tennis match, or wedding, these hand fans and wearable cooling devices will make the heat way more bearable.
 
New HP OmniBook Ultra 14 has one key advantage over the Dell XPS 14 - Notebookcheck - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:14:00 GMT
  1. New HP OmniBook Ultra 14 has one key advantage over the Dell XPS 14 Notebookcheck
  2. HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Review: Stunning Design, Strong Performance Make It a MacBook Killer CNET
  3. HP OmniBook Ultra 2026 review: The best HP laptop, yet? Windows Central
  4. This HP OmniBook is the first Windows laptop I'd seriously consider as a MacBook Neo rival ZDNET
  5. Best Laptop Deal of the Weekend: Shave $650 Off This HP 2-in-1 OmniBook X Flip 14 PCMag
 
Trump admin tries to block Clean Air Act lawsuit over xAI's gas turbines - ArsTechnica Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:22:44 GMT
NAACP lawsuit says xAI uses gas turbines without permits for Grok data center.
 
AMD Zen 6 desktop CPUs may ditch integrated graphics for a built-in NPU - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:21:00 GMT

AMD is expected to launch its Zen 6 "Morpheus" processors later this year or in early 2027 at the latest. The new CPU line is shaping up to bring meaningful changes on both the architectural and platform fronts. Now, a fresh leak suggests the Ryzen 10000 desktop series will also...

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Year of free HPE software a “step in the correct direction” in VMware rivalry - ArsTechnica Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:11:15 GMT
Partner tells Ars that HPE should be giving out more free VM Essentials licenses.
 
Cockroaches scurry around with thousands of pieces of bacterial genomes - ArsTechnica Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:54:41 GMT
Transferring genes across species doesn't just happen in microbes.
 
The "Made in America" Trump phone is just a reskinned HTC U24 built in China - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:37:00 GMT

iFixit's teardown of the Trump Mobile T1 confirms that the phone is essentially an HTC U24 Pro with a few minor cosmetic changes. The findings settle suspicions that had been circulating since earlier this year and undercut Trump Mobile's original claim that the device would be American-manufactured.

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Among the large new rockets Amazon was counting on, only Europe has delivered - ArsTechnica Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:14:08 GMT
"As for Arianespace, they have definitely stepped up."
 
High degree of quantum entanglement detected for first time in centimeter-sized crystal of strange metal - Phys.org - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:00:04 GMT
  1. High degree of quantum entanglement detected for first time in centimeter-sized crystal of strange metal Phys.org
  2. Quantum Fisher information in a strange metal Nature
  3. Schrödinger’s anthill: Quantum entanglement detected inside a centimeter-sized strange metal Yahoo
  4. Scientists just found quantum entanglement in a crystal you can see with the naked eye The Economic Times
  5. Rice Physicists Measure Entanglement In Quantum Critical Metal Quantum Zeitgeist
 
Why It's Called Final Fantasy VII Revelation Instead Of 'Resolve' Or Other Subtitles - Game Informer - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:45:09 GMT
  1. Why It's Called Final Fantasy VII Revelation Instead Of 'Resolve' Or Other Subtitles Game Informer
  2. Why ‘Final Fantasy VII Revelation’ Took Only Three Years To Make Bloomberg.com
  3. We Asked Final Fantasy VII Revelation Director Naoki Hamaguchi What's Next For Him Game Informer
  4. FF7 Remake trilogy’s ending was mapped out from the start, and Hamaguchi says he’s ‘confident’ in it Video Games Chronicle
  5. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Is Bringing Back the Airship Dream IGN
 
MIT’s Initiative for New Manufacturing builds momentum - MIT Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
In its first year, INM has worked across research, workforce development, and industry engagement to help accelerate new manufacturing technologies and their real-world deployment.
 
Microsoft Teams is getting Wi-Fi location "check-in," but it's less creepy than it sounds - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:18:00 GMT

Microsoft first introduced its location detection feature in December 2025. Now, the company has detailed how the capability will actually work and how users can control it. Employees concerned about a new "surveillance" layer in the corporate world can take a step back: in most cases, organizations already know a...

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Once Human Console Open Beta: Join the Supernatural Survival World on XBOX Series X|S - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:01:56 GMT
  1. Once Human Console Open Beta: Join the Supernatural Survival World on XBOX Series X|S XBOX Wire
  2. Once Human open beta testing has begun on PS5 and PS5 Pro. GameGPU
  3. Xbox Makes Gigantic Open-World Game Free For A Very Limited Time ScreenRant
  4. Once Human Xbox Open Beta: Limited Free Spots Available games.gg
  5. Once Human's Console Open Beta Starts Tonight For PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S MMORPG.com
 
Noctua launches its first AIO liquid CPU coolers with a range of radiator sizes - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:36:00 GMT

Noctua has built a three-layer acoustic soundproofing structure into its pump, which it claims reduces both air-borne noise and structure-borne vibrations. There's also a switch to toggle between three different pump speed profiles. The unit ships with the pump in quiet mode; balance mode is said to provide additional performance...

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10 Underrated Apple Watch Features You Can Set Up In Minutes - Engadget - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT
10 Underrated Apple Watch Features You Can Set Up In Minutes Engadget
 
Steam Workshop abused to spread malware via Wallpaper Engine app - BleepingComputer - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:27:55 GMT
  1. Steam Workshop abused to spread malware via Wallpaper Engine app BleepingComputer
  2. Dozens of malicious wallpapers found on Steam Workshop: gamers’ accounts at risk Securelist
  3. Hackers are using Steam's Wallpaper Engine to distribute malware that can steal your logins TweakTown
  4. Kaspersky finds malware hidden in Steam Wallpaper Engine that hijacks accounts to spread itself — dozens of malicious packages downloaded tens of thousands of times Tom's Hardware
  5. This Steam app with 20 million downloads is accidentally spreading malware MakeUseOf
 
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and Beats Studio Buds - MacRumors - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:19:01 GMT
  1. Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and Beats Studio Buds MacRumors
  2. Apple Releases AirPods Pro 3 And AirPods Pro 2 Update With Bug Fixes: How To Install Forbes
  3. Apple releases Beats Studio Buds firmware update with important microphone security fix 9to5Mac
  4. AirPods Pro & Beats Studio Buds move to new firmware versions AppleInsider
  5. Bluetooth vulnerability allowed eavesdropping on Beats earbuds heise online
 
This New Co-Op Dark Fantasy RPG Is Like Elden Ring Meets Arc Raiders - 80 Level - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:53:30 GMT
  1. This New Co-Op Dark Fantasy RPG Is Like Elden Ring Meets Arc Raiders 80 Level
  2. The Hunt Awaits: Everything You Need to Know About the Mistfall Hunter Open Beta on XBOX XBOX Wire
  3. Mistfall Hunter Free Open Beta Live Now on PS5 and PC games.gg
  4. Best Mistfall Hunter Classes – Full Tier List GameSpot
  5. PS Store Just Dropped Awesome Free PS5 RPGs Worth Playing AOL.com
 
Commodore's Callback 8020 is a $499 flip phone that blocks social media and browsers - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:53:00 GMT

The Callback 8020 is being pitched as the "not dumb dumbphone," sitting somewhere between a basic feature phone and a full Android device.

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Firefox adds new tab tools, JPEG XL, cleaner Settings page - TechSpot Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Firefox 152 introduces new tab management options and a refreshed Settings page designed to make browser preferences easier to navigate. The update also adds optional JPEG XL support, improves zoom controls, and includes a range of fixes and security updates.
 
Persona 4 Revival English voice cast announced - Gematsu - Google Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:16:04 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival English voice cast announced Gematsu
  2. Persona 4 Revival Broadcast 6-18-2026 Netto's Game Room
 
New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email - Apple Developer Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:28 GMT
Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.
 
The tenured engineers of 2026 - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:25:00 GMT
Ten faculty members have been granted tenure in five units across MIT’s School of Engineering.
 
How to create distinguishable states for quantum systems - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Researchers establish key insights for reading and writing information for quantum sensing, communication, computing, and control.
 
Fluorescent nanosensor enables rapid, first-of-its-kind detection of key gut health biomarker - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:35:00 GMT
Researchers developed an optical nanosensor to rapidly detect a key gut biomarker, enabling faster, accessible screening.
 
A tiny ingestible sensor can measure temperature from inside the body - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.
 
Fact Sheet: Supporting MIT’s Jewish Community - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT
 
Harriet having it all - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:40:00 GMT
From Boston to Moscow and across the U.S., Harriet Latham Robinson SM ’61, PhD ’65 has balanced an exciting career at the forefront of molecular biology with family, friends, and adventure.
 
MIT engineers find a way to deliver drugs directly to the esophagus - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Their new gel-like drug formulation can coat the esophageal lining and release drugs that could help treat inflammatory conditions affecting the esophagus.
 
The long history of vaccine hesitancy - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Thomas Levenson’s new book shows how arguments against vaccination reach back to the beginning of the technology itself.
 
Jinhua Zhao named head of the Department of Urban Studies and Planning - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:20:00 GMT
An expert in behavioral science and transportation, Zhao combines these studies with AI and public policy to address some of the most urgent challenges facing cities.
 
Q&A with an MIT dining influencer - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Michaela Brown loves telling stories about food and friends, from oxtail and ackee in Jamaica to Thanksgiving dinner in New Vassar, as an MIT Dining Ambassador.
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
Would you return a favor? Scientists say it depends on the relationship - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study shows people expect reciprocal generosity only in interactions with friends or others of equal social status.
 
New imaging system sees through murky waters - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “Sonar-MASt3R” combines sonar and visual data to create real-time 3D maps, even in cloudy water.
 
Myriam Heiman named director of The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:25:00 GMT
Heiman, who studies neurodegenerative diseases such as Huntington’s and Parkinson’s, will lead the institute beginning July 1.
 
Pablo Jarillo-Herrero wins Kavli Prize in Nanoscience - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The MIT physicist shares the honor with two others for foundational research establishing the field of twistronics.
 
Augmented reality system could make medical ultrasounds easier to interpret - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have designed an ultrasound system that creates a real-time 3D representation of the object being imaged.
 
Startup’s nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by two researchers from MIT, Ferveret reduces the amount of energy and water required to cool the chips that power AI.
 
Chris Zegras appointed director and CEO of the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 GMT
The professor of mobility and urban planning will lead MIT’s research enterprise in Singapore.
 
3D-printed devices could streamline the production of drug-delivery microparticles - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The cost-effective devices, which can be built in hours, leverage electrospray emitter technology to efficiently produce three-layered particles at scale.
 
Find out what's new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:20:01 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms and create even more unique, intelligent experiences in your apps and games with major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services. The latest SDKs bring incredible new features, including platform design refinements, powerful Apple Intelligence capabilities, and new AI development frameworks.
 
Introducing Time Allowances - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:19:33 GMT
New Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media. Time Allowances are developed based on expert research and tailored to a child’s age to give parents a helpful starting point. Parents can adjust these settings based on what they determine is best for their child. Time Allowance categories are different from categories for user discovery on the App Store.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:18:33 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
MIT astronomers discover the earliest known flickering quasar - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
When the universe was just 850 million years old, this voracious black hole was already surprisingly mature, a new study finds.
 
Improving the performance of high-power electronics - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By using a thin layer of diamond to manage excessive heat, researchers can boost the speed and energy-efficiency of next-generation wireless devices.
 
Startup helps retailers track their products in real-time - MIT Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Using technology invented at MIT, Cartesian’s system for locating objects could also find uses in manufacturing, logistics, and robotics.
 
Research from the ground up - MIT Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A leading innovator in community-based archaeology, Professor Sonya Atalay works to link local know-how with academic inquiry across the globe.
 
A new vaccine adjuvant could make it easier to eradicate polio - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The adjuvant can help the injectable polio vaccine induce a strong immune response in the GI tract, which is considered critical to eradicating the virus.
 
Update for Apps Distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:22 GMT
Due to a recent court ruling lifting an injunction on Texas law SB 2420, new Apple Accounts in Texas are now subject to the law, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. As previously announced, this includes age assurance and parent or guardian consent on behalf of minors under the age of 18 for downloads, Apple In-App Purchases, and significant changes associated with an app. Parents or guardians will also be able to revoke their consent for any app they previously approved for their child. These changes will go into effect starting June 4, 2026.
 
MIT chemists design impact-resistant plastics - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Introducing weaker bonds into polystyrene and rubber helps these materials dissipate energy, making them more resistant to destructive forces.
 
Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:13 GMT
Apple Developer Centers are dedicated spaces designed for in-person developer sessions, labs, workshops, and appointments across a wide range of Apple technologies and platforms.
 
MIT researchers teach AI models to interpret charts - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new ChartNet training dataset could improve the accuracy of vision-language models that help analyze business trends or interpret scientific figures.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Join us in celebrating these extraordinary apps and games.
 
Ultrasound-based pacemaker noninvasively steadies the heart - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new design could offer a surgery-free alternative to traditional cardiac implants.
 
A plan to preserve wetlands without stopping development - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Study shows the tradeoff between conservation and growth is less stark with a locally adjusted policy featuring both tradeable offsets and taxes.
 
New propulsion system could make tiny satellites both fast and fuel-efficient - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT
For satellites as small as a briefcase, getting around in space just got a whole lot easier.
 
Enzymes that assemble into droplets can speed up cellular reactions - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT biologists find highly concentrated droplets can help cells keep enzymes organized and control growth signals.
 
All systems glow - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:22 GMT
WWDC26 is just one week away. Get ready for five days of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free.
 
Photos: The Class of 2026 turns the page - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Family, friends, at least one beloved pet celebrated with the new graduates during three joyful days of Commencement exercises.
 
Alejandro Aravena urges School of Architecture and Planning graduates to lead with kindness, honor the truth - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 18:40:00 GMT
“All of us need to feel we are valuable,” says the SA+P Commencement speaker, a Chilean architect and Pritzker Prize winner.
 
Scene at MIT: A nanoscientist graduates with her very good boy - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Vinny, an unofficial member of the Strano Lab at MIT, dressed up to celebrate Commencement alongside his human, Michelle Quien PhD ’26.
 
At a spirited Commencement ceremony, the Class of 2026 is urged to “run toward the hardest problems” - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94, Advanced Micro Devices CEO, tells graduates to apply “purpose, judgment, and courage” in their lives.
 
Commencement address by Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94 - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT
“Technology itself does not decide what the future looks like,” the chair and CEO of Advanced Micro Devices told the Class of 2026.
 
New laboratory at MIT aims to advance quantum research for the nation - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 21:20:00 GMT
The Quantum Systems Laboratory will catalyze quantum innovation and be open to government, academic, and industry researchers.
 
Sally Kornbluth’s charge to the Class of 2026 - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT’s president asked graduates help the world understand the importance of curiosity — “our intellectual rocket fuel” — to society as a whole.
 
MIT researchers develop a low-cost technique to get lithium out of rocks - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The low-temperature process could unlock cleaner lithium from America’s abundant hard rock while minimizing waste.
 
Media Advisory: MIT to establish regional quantum hub - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT
With $25 million investment from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, MIT to build a new shared-use facility to serve as a statewide quantum toolbox.
 
A new sensor could enable earlier detection of bladder cancer - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Using a catheter coated with carbon nanotubes, researchers can detect biomarkers produced by cancer cells in the bladder.
 
MIT Corporation elects 10 term members, two life members for 2026 - MIT Thu, 28 May 2026 14:41:00 GMT
The term members will each serve five years on MIT’s board of trustees.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 26 May 2026 18:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Featured video: MIT teachings, free to the world - MIT Fri, 22 May 2026 16:15:00 GMT
A new film explores how the launch of MIT OpenCourseWare 25 years ago has helped to shape how knowledge is shared.
 
Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam - Apple Developer Thu, 21 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT
Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple developers across the community.
 
Coming bright up - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:22 GMT
Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.
 
Hello Developer: May 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:26 GMT
A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if your organization holds the paid membership, creating your own free account gives you direct access to downloads and support resources.
 
Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability - Apple Developer Fri, 08 May 2026 16:30:46 GMT
Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). If any of your apps include these features (indicated by selecting “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect), you’ll need to provide this license. Keep in mind that answering “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire will set your Brazil age rating to A18.
 
To those who build community - Apple Developer Tue, 05 May 2026 00:31:09 GMT
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community.
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.
 
Changes for apps in the EU now available in iPadOS 18 beta 2 - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:12 GMT
The changes for apps in the European Union (EU), currently available to iOS users in the 27 EU member countries, can now be tested in iPadOS 18 beta 2 with Xcode 16 beta 2.