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Microsoft reports Q1 Xbox hardware revenue down 14% YoY, Xbox content and services revenue down 2%, and Windows OEM and Devices revenue down 22% (Tom Warren/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:01:40 GMT

Tom Warren / The Verge:
Microsoft reports Q1 Xbox hardware revenue down 14% YoY, Xbox content and services revenue down 2%, and Windows OEM and Devices revenue down 22% — Windows and Xbox revenues have declined during Microsoft's first quarter of the 2027 financial year. … Microsoft just posted the first quarter of its 2027 fiscal financial results.
 
Zillow agrees to pay $212.5M to settle an investor class action over its failed Zillow Offers home-flipping venture, after SCOTUS refused to hear its appeal (Jonathan Stempel/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Jonathan Stempel / Reuters:
Zillow agrees to pay $212.5M to settle an investor class action over its failed Zillow Offers home-flipping venture, after SCOTUS refused to hear its appeal — Zillow (ZG.O) said on Wednesday it will pay $212.5 million in cash to settle a class action accusing the online real estate marketplace …

 
Sources: AI coding startup Cognition weighs a new funding round before year's end after receiving offers valuing it at $70B-$80B, up from $48B in September (Katie Roof/Business Insider) - Techmeme Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:20:23 GMT

Katie Roof / Business Insider:
Sources: AI coding startup Cognition weighs a new funding round before year's end after receiving offers valuing it at $70B-$80B, up from $48B in September — Just weeks after announcing a new round of funding at a $48 billion valuation, AI coding startup Cognition is fielding new investor interest at a much higher price.
 
You Can Spend Nearly $15K on Apple’s New Touchscreen MacBook Pro. Why? - CNET Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:01:15 GMT
Maxing out the new touchscreen MacBook Pro with a M5 Max chip and 16TB of storage will cost more than buying 10 basic MacBook Air laptops.
 
Seoul-based AI chip startup FuriosaAI raised a $620M Series D at a $2.9B valuation, up from $735M in 2025; South Korea's National Growth Fund contributed $280M (Yoolim Lee/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:45:01 GMT

Yoolim Lee / Bloomberg:
Seoul-based AI chip startup FuriosaAI raised a $620M Series D at a $2.9B valuation, up from $735M in 2025; South Korea's National Growth Fund contributed $280M — South Korean AI chip startup FuriosaAI quadrupled its valuation to $2.9 billion in a fresh funding round, bolstering its bid to challenge the likes of Nvidia Corp.
 
Reddit Is Adding ‘For You’ and ‘Following’ Feeds - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:21:03 GMT
The new feeds, similar to those used on TikTok, are rolling out worldwide.
 
FCC chair wants to let prisons jam illegal cellphones - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:09:22 GMT
The agency will vote next month on relaxing its long-standing opposition to jammers.
 
A Touchscreen MacBook Pro Just Invites More Filthy Fingerprints - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:03:43 GMT
Commentary: Yes, I’m judgy about how smudgy Apple’s new laptop screen is going to be.
 
Sources: the US DOJ has inquired about the impact of Nvidia's Hugging Face deal on AI competition, as antitrust enforcers continue to probe Nvidia's conduct (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:49 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: the US DOJ has inquired about the impact of Nvidia's Hugging Face deal on AI competition, as antitrust enforcers continue to probe Nvidia's conduct — The US Department of Justice has made inquiries about how Nvidia's (NVDA.O) $12.93 billion deal to buy open-source platform Hugging Face …

 
Hacking the Modern Tamagotchi With UART - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:25 GMT
Although not technically the first virtual pet, the Tamagotchi handhelds certainly popularized the idea and made it a worldwide phenomenon. In the late 90s it was hard to go out …read more
 
The 2,000-Nit OLED in Apple’s New MacBook Is a Big Deal - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:54:16 GMT
The touchscreen in the new MacBook Pro is crazily bright with very deep blacks. Here’s why it’s unlike anything else you can currently buy.
 
ULA's Vulcan rocket is set to return to flight on Friday the 13th - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:51:15 GMT
This Vulcan launch will be the first to utilize a full complement of six solid rocket boosters.
 
Alphabet reports Q3 negative free cash flow of $9.07B, worse than expected, capex of $51.36B, vs. $55.09B est., and keeps its FY capex forecast at $195B-$205B (Samantha Subin/CNBC) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:50:02 GMT

Samantha Subin / CNBC:
Alphabet reports Q3 negative free cash flow of $9.07B, worse than expected, capex of $51.36B, vs. $55.09B est., and keeps its FY capex forecast at $195B-$205B — Alphabet shares slumped more than 10% after the search giant reported a drop in free cash flow during the third quarter …

 
Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro pushes laptop pricing to a new extreme - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:47:50 GMT
  1. Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro pushes laptop pricing to a new extreme TechCrunch
  2. Apple Unveils Its First Touch-Screen MacBook Pro The New York Times
  3. Apple just announced its first ever MacBook with a touchscreen CNN
  4. Touchscreen MacBook Pro hands-on: OLED looks great on a Mac Ars Technica
  5. Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 Apple
 
As US ties fray, Europe plans first undersea cable link to Greenland - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:35:50 GMT
Europe's Pan-Arctic Cable will bypass US to link Canada, Japan, and South Korea.
 
Sources: Marvell is in advanced talks to buy data center optics maker Lumentum, whose market value is ~$83B; the deal could be announced as soon as next week (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:30:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Marvell is in advanced talks to buy data center optics maker Lumentum, whose market value is ~$83B; the deal could be announced as soon as next week — Marvell Technology Inc. is in advanced talks to buy data center optics maker Lumentum Holdings Inc., according to people familiar with the matter …

 
eBay reports Q3 revenue up 14% YoY to $3.21B, above $3.12B est., and GMV up 15% to $23.17B, above $22.32B est.; EBAY jumps 4%+ after hours (Kelly Cloonan/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:25:02 GMT

Kelly Cloonan / Wall Street Journal:
eBay reports Q3 revenue up 14% YoY to $3.21B, above $3.12B est., and GMV up 15% to $23.17B, above $22.32B est.; EBAY jumps 4%+ after hours — CEO Jamie Iannone said the e-commerce platform is seeing broad-based momentum across its key categories — EBay recorded higher quarterly sales …

 
Peptide peddlers cheer as RFK Jr. unilaterally grants access, overruling FDA - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:17:15 GMT
Six unproven peptides popular with MAHA now under "enforcement discretion policy."
 
Filing: Microsoft recorded $10B in revenue from OpenAI in Q1, nearly 11% of its total quarterly revenue, and has $7.2B in outstanding receivables from OpenAI (Rebecca Bellan/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:10:05 GMT

Rebecca Bellan / TechCrunch:
Filing: Microsoft recorded $10B in revenue from OpenAI in Q1, nearly 11% of its total quarterly revenue, and has $7.2B in outstanding receivables from OpenAI — Microsoft generated $10 billion in revenue from commercial arrangements with OpenAI, including revenue-sharing payments …

 
World Of Warcraft: Forever Had ‘The Largest Beta In Franchise History’ - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:09:47 GMT
  1. World Of Warcraft: Forever Had ‘The Largest Beta In Franchise History’ Kotaku
  2. WoW: Forever Content Updates Will Come Slower Than You Might Expect GameSpot
  3. World of Warcraft Forever Opts for a Slower Update Schedule Than Retail's 8-Week Patch Cycle IGN
  4. I Spied on the WoW: Forever Beta as an Invisible God with the Blizzard Devs Who Made It Polygon.com
  5. World of Warcraft Forever’s designers talk about patch cadence, future plans, and philosophy Massively Overpowered
 
All 16 D&D World of Warcraft Species Revealed - Dungeons & Dragons Fanatics - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:42:11 GMT
  1. All 16 D&D World of Warcraft Species Revealed Dungeons & Dragons Fanatics
  2. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft lead says they “really crammed as much” of Blizzard’s MMO as possible into the upcoming TTRPG book FRVR
  3. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft Turns Blizzard’s WoW Classes Into D&D Builds, From Shaman Barbarians to Death Knight Paladins Wccftech
  4. Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft's class designer 'crammed as much' of the MMO into it so that even veteran tabletop players can experience something new PC Gamer
  5. D&D World of Warcraft Explains Bringing Your WoW Class To TTRPG TechRaptor
 
ServiceNow reports Q3 subscription revenue up 21% YoY to $3.99B, forecasts Q4 current remaining performance obligations below est.; NOW drops 15%+ after hours (Brody Ford/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:25:09 GMT

Brody Ford / Bloomberg:
ServiceNow reports Q3 subscription revenue up 21% YoY to $3.99B, forecasts Q4 current remaining performance obligations below est.; NOW drops 15%+ after hours — ServiceNow Inc. shares plunged after the company gave an outlook for quarterly subscription sales that met analysts' estimates …

 
'Appreciate the Fans' — GTA 5 Cast Tell Jason and Lucia’s Actors the Most Important Things They Should Know Before GTA 6 Launches Them to Fame - IGN - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:16:51 GMT
'Appreciate the Fans' — GTA 5 Cast Tell Jason and Lucia’s Actors the Most Important Things They Should Know Before GTA 6 Launches Them to Fame IGNSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
The MacBook Pro OLED Isn’t the Touchscreen Mac I Was Looking For - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:03:00 GMT
Commentary: Apple finally put touch on a MacBook Pro, but at a price and form that confuses me.
 
This Is What the GOP’s Final Midterms Push Looks Like - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Republicans are spending their time and money on Senate races in historically red states—a sign they’re more nervous than ever as Election Day looms.
 
Google Debuts New AI Models, Genie 4 and Gemini 4 Carbon: What You Need to Know - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:51:37 GMT
The world model has a waitlist and the newest frontier Gemini model is restricted to select cybersecurity experts.
 
Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider Remastered and More Come to All PlayStation Plus Subscribers in November - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:51:07 GMT
Keep spooky season going a little longer with these PlayStation Plus games in November.
 
Touchscreen MacBook Pro Hands-On: Apple Finally Lets Us Swipe the Screen - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:43:58 GMT
A great-sounding display, but Apple seems out of touch for the touchscreen.
 
Microsoft reports Q1 capex of $45.2B, up from $34.9B a year earlier and below its own $50B projection, and free cash flow of $18.6B, vs. $8.54B est. by analysts (Deborah Sophia/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:01 GMT

Deborah Sophia / Reuters:
Microsoft reports Q1 capex of $45.2B, up from $34.9B a year earlier and below its own $50B projection, and free cash flow of $18.6B, vs. $8.54B est. by analysts — Microsoft (MSFT.O) surpassed expectations for quarterly cloud revenue on Wednesday, signaling that its hefty AI investments …

 
Apple's PROLED XDR Display has a cringy name but incredible specs - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:31:43 GMT
With all the fuss about Apple finally releasing a touchscreen MacBook Pro, you may have forgotten about the OLED part.
 
Alphabet reports Q3 YouTube ad revenue up 9% YoY to $11.2B, below estimates, and Google ad revenue up 11% to $82.01B, below $83.6B est. (Todd Spangler/Variety) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:02 GMT

Todd Spangler / Variety:
Alphabet reports Q3 YouTube ad revenue up 9% YoY to $11.2B, below estimates, and Google ad revenue up 11% to $82.01B, below $83.6B est. — YouTube continued to vacuum up digital ad dollars in the third quarter of 2026, but the video platform grew at slower pace than in recent quarters.
 
Capturing the complete process of embryonic development - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
By tracking over 1 million cells, researchers created a detailed map of embryonic development in mice. It could provide development and disease insights.
 
Most Servers on the Planet Are Vulnerable to This Firmware Code-Execution Flaw - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
The critical flaw in UEFI firmware—used by most server vendors and data centers—allows attackers to execute code early in the boot process.
 
Boston Dynamics Faces Employee Protest Over Robot Deal With ICE - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:25:18 GMT
Tech workers have become increasingly vocal when their employers’ business deals clash with their values.
 
Alphabet reports Q3 revenue up 25% YoY to $127.58B, vs. $128.22B est., Google Cloud revenue up 103% to $30.7B, vs. $28.7B est.; GOOG drops 9%+ after hours (Alphabet) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:12:14 GMT

Alphabet:
Alphabet reports Q3 revenue up 25% YoY to $127.58B, vs. $128.22B est., Google Cloud revenue up 103% to $30.7B, vs. $28.7B est.; GOOG drops 9%+ after hours — MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - October 28, 2026 - Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026.
 
Microsoft reports Q1 revenue up 19% YoY to $92.28B, vs. $90.69B est., Azure revenue up 48% to $33.17B, vs. $32.32B est., and net income up 32% to $36.63B (Microsoft) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:10:01 GMT

Microsoft:
Microsoft reports Q1 revenue up 19% YoY to $92.28B, vs. $90.69B est., Azure revenue up 48% to $33.17B, vs. $32.32B est., and net income up 32% to $36.63B — REDMOND, Wash. — October 28, 2026 — Microsoft Corp. today announced the following results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 …

 
Does Running an E-Paper Display at 30 FPS Destroy It? - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:33 GMT
Although e-paper displays are famous for being low-power and lasting essentially forever if not damaged physically, the recent push to drive even cheaper e-paper displays at a framerate like 30 …read more
 
Massive Leak Exposes 41,000 Homeland Security Workers—Including Undercover ICE Agents - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The leaked records include the locations of ICE and CBP facilities, workers’ cell phone numbers, and the members of groups tied to wiretap programs, Palantir software, and xAI’s Grok chatbot.
 
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro Hits US Shelves Amid Oura Lawsuit - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:45:05 GMT
It’s available online and in select stores, so you can check out the smart ring in person.
 
Meta weighs delaying 'alarming' new business terms as backlash grows - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:42:27 GMT
The company says it won't make "policy changes" until it consults with publishers.
 
Oracle pledges to limit new financing to $20B through FY 2030, expects free cash flow to turn positive in H2 FY 2028 and top $30B in FY 2029; ORCL jumps 11%+ (Deborah Sophia/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:40:01 GMT

Deborah Sophia / Reuters:
Oracle pledges to limit new financing to $20B through FY 2030, expects free cash flow to turn positive in H2 FY 2028 and top $30B in FY 2029; ORCL jumps 11%+ — Oracle said it expects capital spending to peak this fiscal year and next as it builds more cloud capacity, but pledged to raise …

 
The PlayStation 5 just might be Sony's final Blu-Ray player - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:39:47 GMT
Between Sony's plan to end PlayStation disc production and discontinuing its Blu-ray players, the future looks grim for physical media.
 
Check Point is turning network firewalls into cloud-based subscriptions - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:36:00 GMT

Check Point recently introduced its new Firewall-as-a-Subscription offering, giving organizations access to comprehensive network protection designed for the AI era. The Israeli cybersecurity company says customers no longer need to purchase expensive hardware appliances before getting started with the new platform. However, they'll be locked into monthly or annual payments...

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Trump admin sues Utah to save Kalshi from the state's total ban on gambling - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:30:33 GMT
US agency has sued 10 states for trying to stop gambling on prediction markets.
 
The last, best hope for space tourism just rolled onto a runway in Arizona - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:20:36 GMT
It has been nearly a year since any space tourism flights occurred.
 
Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini - The Verge - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:19:12 GMT
  1. Hands-on with the new OLED iPad Mini The Verge
  2. Apple Debuts $699 Water-Resistant iPad Mini With OLED Screen Bloomberg
  3. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  4. Apple iPad mini (2026) vs. iPad mini (2024): Should You Pay $200 More? PCMag
  5. Everything Apple Announced This Week: All About OLED, MacBooks And A Touchscreen Engadget
 
OpenAI now lets you text your Dot agent - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT
The feature works with both iMessage and RCS messaging.
 
Touchscreen MacBook Pro hands-on: OLED looks great on a Mac - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:10:29 GMT
It's not as different from the previous model as you might have expected.
 
Engadget is hiring writers! - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:05:46 GMT
We're looking for freelance journalists who know their way around a tech blog.
 
The New M6 MacBook Pro Has a Serious Price Problem - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:57:22 GMT
For $1,999, you could own an M6 Mac Mini and an M5 MacBook Air instead, both of which are on sale right now.
 
Seven MIT affiliates elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2026 - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:00 GMT
Professor Michael Yaffe and six MIT alumni are honored for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
 
Apple finally has a touchscreen laptop, 16 years after Steve Jobs called them "terrible" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:54:00 GMT

The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR is Apple's first laptop to include a touchscreen and an OLED panel. Pricing starts at $2,900 for the 14" model or $3,400 for the 16" model, both sporting the M5 Pro SoC. If you're about maxing out, the 16-inch M5 Max variant starts...

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Google announces Gemini 4 Carbon, its latest frontier AI model that you can't use - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:47:27 GMT
Gemini 4 Carbon is essentially a slightly better version of Argon.
 
Sony's new see-through DualSense controllers let you game like its 1999 - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:38:17 GMT
The company is also releasing matching PS5 console covers.
 
Ford's $30K Fathom electric pickup can be used as your home's battery backup without a separate inverter - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:31:00 GMT

According to Ford, the Fathom's bidirectional charging feature will rely on a built-in inverter, eliminating the need for the expensive 80A wall-mounted unit required by the F-150 Lightning. The inverter will convert power from the truck's battery into AC electricity, supplying up to 10 kW to a home. This would...

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C64 Keycaps For Everybody - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
If you’ve got an MX-style keyboard and want some retro charm, you might like a recent project from [Levente Szabadkai]. It’s a set of C64-style keycaps that you can print …read more
 
I Put a Bunch of AI Agents in Charge of a Fantasy Soccer Team. They’re Not Better Than Humans—Yet - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
To experiment with AI’s predictive skills, I let Codex loose on a fantasy team. It tried to bench Erling Haaland at first, but it soon learned the error of its ways.
 
Apple Releases Redesigned Mac Chargers and 'World Travel Adapter Kit' - MacRumors - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:29:51 GMT
  1. Apple Releases Redesigned Mac Chargers and 'World Travel Adapter Kit' MacRumors
  2. Apple introduces new power adapters for Mac, plus extension cable, travel kit 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Launches New Power Adapters and World Travel Adapter Kit With AC Connector 2 Appleosophy
  4. Apple Updates Mac Chargers and World Travel Adapter Kit With New Connector iClarified
  5. Apple Updates Mac Chargers and World Travel Adapter Kit with New AC Connector Mezha.net
 
How the biggest Alzheimer’s risk gene disrupts the process of insulating neurons - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
MIT researchers showed that the APOE4 gene variant suppresses molecular signaling needed for oligodendrocytes to myelinate neurons and also demonstrated a proof-of-concept fix.
 
Surprise: The Google Xreal glasses debut at a Meta-beating $1,099 - The Verge - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:14:11 GMT
  1. Surprise: The Google Xreal glasses debut at a Meta-beating $1,099 The Verge
  2. Xreal Aura: Preorders open for smart glasses powered by Google Android XR Mashable
  3. Xreal Aura is a new wired headset powered by Android XR TechCrunch
  4. The Xreal Aura Smartglasses Are Now On Sale For A Discounted Launch Price Engadget
  5. XREAL AURA: Wired XR glasses to watch, work, and play blog.google
 
Amazon turns its most capable smart speaker into a smart camera, too - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:05:22 GMT
The Echo Studio with Home Camera can "see and understand what's in front of the camera."
 
A soft robot could help doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the small intestine - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed a robotic enteroscope that can inch through the hard-to-reach small intestine, making biopsies and drug delivery easier.
 
Cadillac Escalade IQ review: Huge battery, huge range, huge SUV - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:55:45 GMT
With more than 200 kWh, this luxury three-row can go 460 miles on a charge.
 
Google AI gets cagey when asked who won the 2020 elections - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:46:32 GMT
But the AI responses get more forthright when asked outside the US.
 
Apple's first touchscreen MacBook Pro feels both familiar and radically improved - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:43:10 GMT
It's thinner, lighter and has a better screen - but it's still a MacBook Pro.
 
Grand Theft Auto VI will be a huge 210 GB download on PS5 - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:42:00 GMT

Grand Theft Auto VI is finally launching on November 19, and players should get their machines in order so the new open-world blockbuster lands on a comfortable hardware setup. Storage, apparently, is one of the most important considerations, as the latest Rockstar production will require a massive amount of space...

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Florida county won’t investigate sketchy Flock cameras removed by mystery owners - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:37:49 GMT
Florida county claims it lacks resources to find owners of unpermitted Flock cameras.
 
Here's how the touchscreen on the MacBook Pro with PROLED display works - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:35:24 GMT
The touch sensor isn't a separate layer of the screen.
 
Kali Linux 2026.3 adds six security tools, updated KDE Plasma and Linux kernel - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:35:00 GMT
Kali Linux 2026.3 introduces six new security tools, including RustScan for port scanning, Dalfox for XSS testing, and Katana for web crawling. The update also brings KDE Plasma 6.7 with per-screen virtual desktops, Linux kernel 7.1.5, 126 updated packages, and refreshed build scripts with Docker and Podman support.
 
Google’s Next Mixed Reality Headset, Xreal Aura, Coming Mid-November at $1,099 to Start - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:32:50 GMT
A bit like VR, a bit like smart glasses, a bit like a tiny face computer.
 
Apple announces touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED display - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:25:04 GMT
The OLED display is the main draw, but the price is a lot to reckon with.
 
The Inside Story of Why Apple Finally Brought a Touch Display to the Mac - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:15:16 GMT
An exclusive early look at Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pro—the computer Apple said would never happen.
 
Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro has an OLED touchscreen, weighs just three pounds - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:13:10 GMT
It could use a more distinctive name, though.
 
Fake PS5 emulators on GitHub are spreading password-stealing malware - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:10:09 GMT
This is according to the threat research arm of NordVPN.
 
The Xreal Aura smartglasses are now on sale for a discounted launch price - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The new wearable is the first of its kind to run on the Android XR platform.
 
Update to iOS 27.2 Now to Patch Hundreds of Bugs - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:34:08 GMT
The update fixes some nasty bugs that could leave your iPhone inoperable or expose sensitive data.
 
Akai SampleKey: the keyboard sampler sibling of the MPC Sample with open firmware - synth anatomy - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:34:01 GMT
  1. Akai SampleKey: the keyboard sampler sibling of the MPC Sample with open firmware synth anatomy
  2. Akai is embracing vibe-coded mods with an open-source MPC The Verge
  3. Akai kicks back? Sample Key teaser lands a day after Behringer's open-source Kick MusicRadar
  4. Akai opens its MPC Sample sampler to the community for custom firmwares synth anatomy
  5. AKAI Sample Key: The MPC Sample Gets a Keyboard and Surprise! It’s Open Source! Gearnews.com
 
New York governor signs AI chatbot child safety law - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:33:01 GMT
A separate law aims to shore up security on connected baby monitors.
 
Samsung launches Galaxy Buds On, open-ear earbuds with a clip-on design - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:29:00 GMT

The South Korean electronics giant said it drew on nearly 120 million ear data points during its AI-assisted design and test phase, simulating a range of ear shapes and use scenarios. The result is a clip-on design that wraps around the back of the ear rather than nestling into the...

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Dynamax Trails: Eternatus Returns - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:19:59 GMT
  1. Dynamax Trails: Eternatus Returns Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokémon GO "Dynamax Trails" event runs Nov. 16th to 23rd, 2026 GoNintendo
  3. Pokemon GO Is Bringing Back Popular Legendary OpenCritic
  4. All roads lead to Eternatus’s return during the Dynamax Trails event! Pokémon GO
  5. Eternatus Is Coming Back! Pokémon GO Drops Mysterious Eternamax Teaser Pokémon GO Hub
 
GTA 6 Coming to PC in "6 or 7 Months," Claims Analyst - Insider Gaming - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:15:06 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Coming to PC in "6 or 7 Months," Claims Analyst Insider Gaming
  2. 'GTA 6' file size reportedly revealed and it's gargantuan Mashable
  3. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Will Reportedly Be a 210 GB Download Complex
  4. GTA VI Preload Time, Specs and Key Information Forbes
  5. GTA 6 Won't Be Released On Disc — Here's What The Physical Copy Contains Instead BGR
 
Reddit is the latest platform to embrace the ‘For You’ feed - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Reddit is the latest platform to embrace the ‘For You’ feed TechCrunch
  2. Explore More Communities with Reddit’s New Feed Updates Reddit Inc Homepage
  3. Reddit Is Adding A 'For You' Feed For Recommendations Engadget
  4. Reddit is taking a page out of TikTok's book, and it's not what you think Android Authority
  5. Reddit is getting a For You feed The Verge
 
3 Questions: Why infrastructure is entering a defining era - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Professor Ali Jadbabaie describes how AI, digital transformation, climate change, and complex geopolitics are forcing engineers and policymakers to rethink how infrastructure is designed, built, and managed.
 
Reddit is adding a 'for you' feed for recommendations - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The app will have a "following" tab to surface content from subreddits you've joined.
 
PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2026 Revealed - GameSpot - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:53:11 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus Free Games For November 2026 Revealed GameSpot
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for November: Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider IV – VI Remastered, Monster Train 2 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider Remastered and More Come to All PlayStation Plus Subscribers in November CNET
  4. Dead Island 2, Monster Train 2, and Three Tomb Raider Remasters Come to PS Plus IGN
  5. November’s three ‘free’ PS Plus Essential monthly games include Dead Island 2 and Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered Video Games Chronicle
 
Buckle up for more body-swapping hijinks in Jumanji: Open World trailer - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:48:12 GMT
"We have to be ready for whatever's coming next. If we lose in here, there won't be a home to go back to."
 
Gartner says only 3% of organizations are getting AI cost savings from productivity, yet 85% plan to spend more - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:46:00 GMT

The figure comes from Gartner's HR Symposium in Orlando. In a finding that perfectly sums up the blind faith so many executives have in AI, 77% of board members expect the technology will deliver value in the form of productivity and cost savings. This is despite 97% of organizations being...

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Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date - IGN - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:34:42 GMT
  1. Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date IGN
  2. Cozy Magical Sim Witchbrook Gets A January Release Date Game Informer
  3. 'Harry Potter Meets Stardew Valley' Game Sets Official Release Date Polygon.com
  4. Witchbrook Is Stardew Valley Meets Kiki's Delivery Service, And It Finally Has A Release Date GameSpot
  5. Witchbrook Brings Cosy Life-Sim Magic to Xbox Game Pass in January 2027 Xbox Achievements
 
Audio Technica just released its first set of wireless StreamSet headphones - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:34:06 GMT
This expands the lineup beyond XLR and USB-connected models.
 
Sony has new transparent PS5 controllers launching next year - The Verge - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:31:02 GMT
  1. Sony has new transparent PS5 controllers launching next year The Verge
  2. First look inside the Prism Collection, with three new transparent designs for PS5 accessories PlayStation.Blog
  3. Sony's New See-Through DualSense Controllers Let You Game Like Its 1999 Engadget
  4. Sony Wants You to Forget About Discs With Its Gorgeous Transparent Controllers WIRED
  5. These Transparent PS5 Controllers Might Just Distract You From the Death of Discs Gizmodo
 
Turning an Old Phone’s Motherboard into an RC Plane Controller - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:30:08 GMT
Upcycling smartphones makes a lot of sense, especially since they contain so many components that remain useful long after their desirability as a smartphone has faded. In the case of …read more
 
This open-source keyboard lets you snap keys together in any layout - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:06:00 GMT

The project comes from Nathan Alspaugh, an MIT freshman studying aerospace engineering, who said he has spent around 100 hours working on it since March. When he posted the project to Hacker News this week, he said the idea came from his frustration that nobody sold triangle- or circle-shaped keyboards.

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Cronos: The New Dawn story DLC ‘Cronos: Lazarus’ launches December 3 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:09 GMT
  1. Cronos: The New Dawn story DLC ‘Cronos: Lazarus’ launches December 3 Gematsu
  2. Play a Full Cronos PS5 Prequel in New $10 Lazarus DLC, Out 3rd December Push Square
  3. Cronos: Lazarus Costs Just $9.99 on December 3, and Bloober Team’s Prequel DLC Adds Teleportation, Invisibility Decoys, and a Faster Blade Wccftech
  4. Cronos: The New Dawn gets new story DLC in December KitGuru
  5. Hunt for the Seeker: Cronos Lazarus will be released in December PlayFront
 
Sony Wants You to Forget About Discs With Its Gorgeous Transparent Controllers - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Sony has new, spiffy see-through controllers and covers for its PlayStation 5 that let you see the hardware guts inside.
 
Senators Demand to Know if Dr. Oz Collaborated With Election Denial Groups - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:46:35 GMT
A far-right campaign claiming leftists are stealing votes from nursing home residents has centered on changing guidance from Mehmet Oz’s Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
 
CachyOS vs. Fedora 45 vs. Ubuntu 26.10 Performance On AMD Ryzen 9 - Phoronix - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:46:00 GMT
CachyOS vs. Fedora 45 vs. Ubuntu 26.10 Performance On AMD Ryzen 9 Phoronix
 
Valve addresses Steam's AI game cloning problem - by suggesting developers make their games less copyable - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:43:53 GMT
  1. Valve addresses Steam's AI game cloning problem - by suggesting developers make their games less copyable Eurogamer.net
  2. Valve Responds to Developers Fearing AI Slop and Clones Inven Global
  3. Valve responds to Steam devs getting extortion emails threatening AI clones of their games TweakTown
  4. 'We Don't Think We're Perfect and There's Plenty of Room for Improvement' — Valve 'Thinking About How to Solve' Steam's AI Slop Problem IGN
  5. Valve Won't "Be Gatekeepers" by Banning AI Games, As "AI Slop" Complaints Grow TechPowerUp
 
Unannounced Test by Controversial “Sunlight-as-a-Service” Space Startup Shocks Astronomers - Futurism - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:42:31 GMT
  1. Unannounced Test by Controversial “Sunlight-as-a-Service” Space Startup Shocks Astronomers Futurism
  2. Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws criticism The Guardian
  3. A Satellite Company Tests “Sunlight As A Service” — Without Astronomers’ Knowledge Sky & Telescope
  4. Mysterious 'blinding lights' are leaving a small town absolutely baffled Metro.co.uk
  5. US-Based Startup Faces Backlash For Testing Nighttime Sunlight: "Idiotic Project" NDTV
 
iOS 27.2 Adds Selfie-Based Age Verification - MacRumors - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:40:48 GMT
  1. iOS 27.2 Adds Selfie-Based Age Verification MacRumors
  2. Apple adds facial age estimation to iOS as age assurance laws spread Biometric Update
  3. iOS 27.2 Puts Biometric Gate Below App Layer: Any Government Can Now Mandate Face Scans on iPhones Tech Times
  4. iOS 27.2 Brings the Ability to Verify Your Age by Taking a Selfie MacTrast
  5. AI-Powered Age Verification: Apple Uses Selfies to Confirm Adult Account Access Trend Hunter
 
Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase - Game Informer - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT
  1. Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase Game Informer
  2. New Indie World Showcase features cozy and chaotic fun for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Nintendo
  3. Three Xbox Game Pass Release Dates Revealed At October's Nintendo Indie World Showcase Pure Xbox
  4. Nintendo’s Indie World Presentation Was Pretty Packed For A Short Show GameSpot
  5. Everything We Saw At Nintendo’s October Indie World Showcase Kotaku
 
Police are pulling people over because license plate cameras say their travel patterns look "suspicious" - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:23:00 GMT

The ACLU recently outlined a pattern of police traffic stops based solely on data from Flock cameras and other license plate readers. The reports go back to at least 2025 and show how closely authorities can track the movements of most motorists.

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Threads of Time adds Switch 2 and Switch versions, launches in summer 2027 - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:08:48 GMT
  1. Threads of Time adds Switch 2 and Switch versions, launches in summer 2027 Gematsu
  2. Threads of Time confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  3. Indie World: Threads of Time is an Epic Turn-Based RPG Launching Summer 2027 Nintendojo
  4. New Trailer For Chrono-Trigger-Inspired JRPG Threads of Time Reveals a Release Window Turn Based Lovers
  5. Threads of Time — News Analog Stick Gaming
 
Action adventure game Winds of Viridia announced for Switch 2, PC - Gematsu - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:02:58 GMT
  1. Action adventure game Winds of Viridia announced for Switch 2, PC Gematsu
  2. Winds of Viridia launches on Switch 2 Early 2027, free demo later today GoNintendo
  3. Zelda Meets Studio Ghibli In New Switch 2 RPG You Can Play For Free Today IMDb
  4. Indie World: Winds of Viridia Billows Into Early 2027 Nintendojo
  5. Winds of Viridia revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
 
Wordeex Challenges Your Vocabulary and Your Logic, But Does It for Free - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:09 GMT
Wordeex Challenges Your Vocabulary and Your Logic, But Does It for Free Kotaku
 
JPEG-XL Is Back On The Menu - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:04 GMT
Many of the image formats we’re familiar with have been around for decades. We all know JPEG and PNG like the back of our hands, and GIF even had a …read more
 
No Man's Sky Adds Creepy New Items, Big Quality-of-Life Changes in Latest Major Update - Push Square - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. No Man's Sky Adds Creepy New Items, Big Quality-of-Life Changes in Latest Major Update Push Square
  2. Forsaken: Introducing Update 7.10 No Man's Sky
  3. Explore the Spookier Side of Space in No Man’s Sky: FORSAKEN! XBOX Wire
  4. No Man's Sky Forsaken Update Adds "Spooky Biomechanical Ships" and Wealth of New Exploration Content TechPowerUp
  5. No Man's Sky goes full horror in new update Polygon.com
 
Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:53:31 GMT
  1. Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World TechCrunch
  2. What is Waddle World? Meta’s new virtual pet journal app Mashable
  3. Meta's Waddle World Is A Tamagotchi-Like AI Pet App Engadget
  4. Meta quietly launched an ‘AI pet journal’ app The Verge
  5. Meta Expands Generative AI Ecosystem with Launch of "Waddle World" Virtual Pet Application OODA Loop
 
Palit says the Galax factory isn't closing, despite a report blaming Nvidia chip shortages - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:51:00 GMT

Palit's official statement says it is aware of recent reports and speculation regarding Galax's business operations. It adds that the brand continues to operate as usual, no manufacturing facilities have been shut down, and Galax products remain available in both domestic and international markets.

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Report: Mass Effect: Universe Devs Scrubbed Diversity From Demos To Avoid Negative Feedback From EA - Kotaku - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:40:45 GMT
  1. Report: Mass Effect: Universe Devs Scrubbed Diversity From Demos To Avoid Negative Feedback From EA Kotaku
  2. BioWare’s Saudi owners reportedly ordered a flag to be removed from Mass Effect 5 because it was ‘too similar to the LGBTQIA+ one’ Yahoo
  3. BioWare Was Asked to Remove LGBTQ Flag from Canceled Mass Effect Game, Report Says Polygon.com
  4. Mass Effect 5 studio was reportedly told to tone down inclusivity by EA after Saudi Arabia buyout, former BioWare dev alleges, "so as to not cause offense" GamesRadar+
  5. BioWare removed all rainbow flags from the Mass Effect: Universe presentation so as not to anger EA’s new owners — media iXBT.games
 
A hidden ocean change near Antarctica could have global consequences - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:38:53 GMT
Antarctic waters are getting saltier as sea-ice loss reshapes ocean circulation.
 
PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot Outfit Revealed for Rayman Remake - Push Square - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT
  1. PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot Outfit Revealed for Rayman Remake Push Square
  2. Suit up as Astro Bot in Rayman Legends Retold PlayStation.Blog
  3. Rayman Legends Retold Goes Full French With New “BAGUETTE” Outfits MKAU Gaming
  4. Astro Bot joins the Rayman remake: Free crossover for PS5 revealed PlayFront
  5. Rayman Legends Retold will feature an Astro Bot skin on PS5 Instant Gaming News
 
Watch this autonomous drone chase a person through a forest without GPS, maps, or cloud computing - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:19:00 GMT

Purdue computer science professor Aniket Bera posted the 44-second video on LinkedIn last Friday. It shows a quadcopter from his IDEAS Lab weaving between trees to keep a person in frame. And the drone works it all out on its own computer, without a map of the forest to rely...

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FCC clears Amazon Leo to acquire mobile-satellite operator Globalstar - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:13:19 GMT
Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of mobile-satellite operator Globalstar has been approved by the FCC.
 
What’s the Best Kindle of 2026 (So Far)? - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:02:00 GMT
I’ve tested every single Kindle, from Paperwhite and Colorsoft to the new aluminum models. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.
 
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026) and Colorsoft (2026) Review: Best for Accessories - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:01:00 GMT
The latest generation of Kindle’s 7-inch e-readers have a new look and new accessories. But are they worth the upgrade given Amazon’s new Kindle prices?
 
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) Review: Updated In All The Right Places - Engadget - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) Review: Updated In All The Right Places Engadget
  2. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review: It's Amazon's best Kindle Mashable
  3. I loved my month using the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite. Here’s why I’m still mixed on it CNN
  4. My Favorite Part of the New Kindle Paperwhite Is One of the Accessories WIRED
  5. Amazon Kindle Vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Which One Is Right For You? Forbes
 
Fox One Will Track 2026 Midterm Election Results With New App Experience - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Fox’s streaming service adds a new layer of coverage to the 2026 midterm elections.
 
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2026) review: Updated in all the right places - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Amazon's updates to the Paperwhite Signature Edition make it feel even more premium, but the regular version remains a great choice for less money.
 
Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition 2026 review: Nice, but doesn't justify the price - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
$320 is a lot to pay for a well-balanced device in an aluminum case with pogo pins.
 
Congress is questioning Delaware's plan to let AI agents run companies - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:49:00 GMT

House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer wrote to Governor Matt Meyer on October 26, requesting documents about the proposed Artificial Intelligence Company, or AIC.

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Amazon’s $500 Echo Show 16 Wants to Be the Center of Your Home - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:36:07 GMT
A larger screen, upgraded speakers, night vision and an optional glare-resistant display headline Amazon’s latest Echo Show.
 
Apple Pro and Tell event: Live updates as we wait to see a MacBook Pro with a touch screen - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Reports indicate that a "MacBook Ultra" with a touch-sensitive display is likely on the agenda today.
 
The Latest Echo Smart Speakers Double as Nanny Cams and Wi-Fi Extenders - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:20:02 GMT
Amazon’s new Echo Dot and Studio speakers have several smart home features new to the lineup.
 
Discord will make some channels and messages searchable on Google - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:17:00 GMT

Answers posted after mid-December to questions in discoverable Discord servers can appear in search results on the open web. Usernames and avatars won't appear next to the messages, and admins can already opt out of the new policy.

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Amazon Adds an Alexa Photo Frame and a Bedside Clock to Its Echo Family - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:01:00 GMT
The new Echo Studio also gets a camera, and the Echo Show 16 debuts an AI-generated Alexa interface.
 
Amazon Debuts 16-Inch Echo Smart Display and Alexa Photo Frame - Bloomberg - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:11 GMT
  1. Amazon Debuts 16-Inch Echo Smart Display and Alexa Photo Frame Bloomberg
  2. Amazon unveils new lineup of Alexa devices including redesigned Echo Show Reuters
  3. Amazon’s New Digital Picture Frame Is Clever and Classy CNET
  4. Amazon turns its most capable smart speaker into a smart camera, too Ars Technica
  5. Amazon introduces Echo Time, a smarter way to start and end your day About Amazon
 
Samsung Joins Cuff-Shaped Earbuds Trend With $229 Galaxy Buds On - Bloomberg - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:09 GMT
  1. Samsung Joins Cuff-Shaped Earbuds Trend With $229 Galaxy Buds On Bloomberg
  2. Samsung Galaxy Buds On Are the Premium Clip-On Earbuds You Didn’t Know You Were Waiting For CNET
  3. Samsung Brings Galaxy Buds On to the US for Comfortable, Open-Ear Listening Samsung Global Newsroom
  4. Samsung's Galaxy Buds On Are Its First Clip-On, Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds Engadget
  5. Galaxy Buds On Europe Launch Timeline and Pricing Leak via Retailers SammyGuru
 
The Alexa Home Map Is A Visual Way To See And Control Your Smart Home - Engadget - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. The Alexa Home Map Is A Visual Way To See And Control Your Smart Home Engadget
  2. Meet Alexa Home Map, an interactive 3D map that lets you see and control your home About Amazon
  3. Amazon’s Alexa Home Map is getting a smarter 3D redesign The Verge
  4. Amazon’s new smart home updates include an interactive 3D map of your home ZDNET
  5. Amazon's Alexa Home Map rewinds 24 hours of home camera activity in 3D PPC Land
 
Amazon’s New Digital Picture Frame Is Clever and Classy - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The frame, available in real wood finishes, is the first-ever with Amazon Alexa built in and offers unlimited storage for Prime members.
 
Samsung Galaxy Buds On Are the Premium Clip-On Earbuds You Didn’t Know You Were Waiting For - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Samsung’s $229 clip-on open earbuds are primed to take on models from Bose, Sony and Shokz.
 
Amazon’s New Echo Lineup Goes in the Opposite Direction of Apple HomeView - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
While Apple’s first home screen is small, Amazon is going bigger and more TV-oriented than ever before — but that comes with high prices.
 
All the Amazon Echo devices announced today: Echo Time, Alexa Photo Frame and more - Engadget Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Along with speaker and Echo Show upgrades, Amazon unveiled a smart alarm clock and photo frame.
 
Amazon’s 5 New Smart Home Devices: Everything You Need to Know - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The company is also introducing an interactive home map feature.
 
Amazon’s New Alarm Clock ‘Knows’ if You’re in a Deep Sleep and Lets You Sleep Longer - CNET Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The Amazon Echo Time, launched today, has a few wild features.
 
Critical 16-Year-Old UEFI Flaw Can Run Code Before Secure Boot on Network-Booting Servers - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:50:00 GMT
  1. Critical 16-Year-Old UEFI Flaw Can Run Code Before Secure Boot on Network-Booting Servers The Hacker News
  2. Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware affects most servers on planet Earth Ars Technica
  3. CVE-2026-97631: 16-Year-Old UEFI Flaw Threatens Servers Security Affairs
  4. Critical UEFI firmware flaw leaks early, leaving servers waiting for a fix The Next Web
  5. Critical firmware vulnerability discovered in TianoCore EDK II SC Media
 
Minecraft Has Been Updated To Ver. 26.60 On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:45:00 GMT
  1. Minecraft Has Been Updated To Ver. 26.60 On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes Nintendo Life
  2. Bedrock Edition 26.60 Changelog Minecraft
  3. Minecraft Update 3.51 Drops for New Experimental Features on October 27 MP1st
  4. Minecraft updated to Ver. 26.60 GoNintendo
  5. How to Get Snow Bricks in Minecraft Beebom
 
A new report accuses Microsoft of using 10 "dark patterns" to keep you on Edge - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The Browser Choice Alliance (BCA), a group of browser makers advocating fair competition and freedom to choose a browser, commissioned the report, which was produced by the Behavioural Insights Team (BIT).

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COD Modern Warfare 4 uses real news footage from South Korean tragedy, is urged by families to remove it - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
  1. COD Modern Warfare 4 uses real news footage from South Korean tragedy, is urged by families to remove it Video Games Chronicle
  2. 'Call of Duty' North Korea invasion edition tops sales charts in South Japan Today
  3. Call of Duty game under fire for using real Itaewon crowd crush footage The Korea Times
  4. Call of Duty 4: Injecting American empire right into the veins Responsible Statecraft
  5. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Cool Extraction Mode Made Me Feel Bad for Marathon Fans PCMag
 
China’s snooping around Pacific undersea cables raises risks for Big Tech - ArsTechnica Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:49 GMT
US-owned trans-Pacific cables face growing risks from sabotage and China.
 
Emulate the 486 in Your Browser - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:20 GMT
You might fondly remember the days of the Intel 486, but you probably don’t have one on your desk anymore. If you’d like to emulate that classic hardware, you can …read more
 
Sauerkraut at Every Meal? These Fermentation Fanatics Tried That Long Before MAHA - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The annual Portland Fermentation Festival took place last week in Oregon, at a time when sauerkraut, kimchi, and other funky foods are in the social and political spotlight.
 
CISA warns of hackers now exploiting critical Node2Shell flaw - BleepingComputer - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:46:23 GMT
  1. CISA warns of hackers now exploiting critical Node2Shell flaw BleepingComputer
  2. Brotli Decoder Vulnerabilities (Node2Shell, Broccoli2Shell, HTTP2Shell) Esri
  3. Broccoli2shell: Everything You Need To Know About The Critical Brotli Decoder Vulnerability wiz.io
  4. Researchers Demonstrate Node2Shell RCE Exploit on Node.js Build Using Crafted Brotli Data The Hacker News
  5. Node2Shell: Node.js Brotli vulnerability allows remote code execution (CVE-2026-111497) and the fix Aikido Security
 
Pornhub Stars Want to Teach You How to Make Dinner - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Faced with censorship and anti-porn laws, the adult site is encouraging creators to embrace cooking, gaming, podcasting, and other safe-for-work content.
 
Phantom Blade Zero Gets a 5 GB Day One Patch That Improves Ray Tracing Performance, but S-Game Warns Against New NVIDIA Drivers - Wccftech - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:37:21 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero Gets a 5 GB Day One Patch That Improves Ray Tracing Performance, but S-Game Warns Against New NVIDIA Drivers Wccftech
  2. Phantom Blade Zero Review: Wuxian Wonder Abounds Game Informer
  3. Review: Phantom Blade Zero Excels on PS5 with Great Animation and Visuals at 60fps Digital Foundry
  4. Phantom Blade Zero Launches Today For GeForce RTX & RTX Spark TechPowerUp
  5. Phantom Blade Zero Looks Like a Hit Before It's Even Come Out, With an Estimated 1 Million Prelaunch Copies Sold IGN
 
Apple AirPods Max 2 Are $100 Off Ahead of Black Friday - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
If Apple headphones have been sitting on your wish list, now might be the time to buy ahead of the holiday rush.
 
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update - Warhammer Community - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:27:12 GMT
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: October Update Warhammer Community
 
Macmillan Staff Say the Publisher Threw a Party for a Workplace AI Assistant That Was Later Killed - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Workers tell WIRED that NOA—or “No Ordinary Assistant”—was unhelpful. Bestselling authors also say AI is ruining their relationships with Big Five publishers.
 
Radeon 9070 XT vs. Radeon 7900 XTX: 50+ Game Benchmark - TechSpot Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Two generations apart, AMD's Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 7900 XTX are surprisingly close. We benchmark 51 games to see where RDNA 4 pulls ahead, where RDNA 3 holds on, and which GPU makes more sense.
 
The new frontier for ads is racist cartoon AI musical microdrama - CNN - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:15 GMT
The new frontier for ads is racist cartoon AI musical microdrama CNN
 
Please Let the Internet Die - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Online spaces are captured by oligarchs and saturated with slop—and they’re exacerbating humanity’s worst impulses. It’s time to start over.
 
The Men Spending $50,000 Just to Reserve a Tesla Roadster - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:45:00 GMT
The base model—without thrusters or the flight system—will likely cost several times that amount to buy. “I’m going to do everything in my power to get the flying one,” says one customer.
 
ICE Is Running One of the Largest Anti-Left Surveillance Operations in US History - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations is engaged in far-reaching spying against left-wing activists that rivals the FBI and CIA crackdowns on the Civil Rights and anti-war movements.
 
EA shuts down legendary game studio BioWare after recent high-profile disappointments, controversies - New York Post - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:09:00 GMT
  1. EA shuts down legendary game studio BioWare after recent high-profile disappointments, controversies New York Post
  2. BioWare Co-Founder Greg Zeschuk Says Studio Was Killed by Executives Who Have Never "Made a Game” 80 Level
  3. SaveMassEffect campaign smashes GoFundMe goal in under 20 minutes — "Mass Effect deserves to not die in some EA vault, dead forever" Windows Central
  4. BioWare Co-Founder: EA's Private Equity Buyout Was 'the Final Nail in the Coffin' IGN
  5. It Took Mass Effect Fans Less Than 15 Minutes To Crowdfund Billboards Outside EA's Offices And The Game Awards Kotaku
 
PSA: Your Discord messages could soon show up on Google, but here's how to opt out - Android Authority - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:55:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Your Discord messages could soon show up on Google, but here's how to opt out Android Authority
  2. Discord messages: How to stop messages from appearing in Google Search Mashable
 
AI Emergency Alerts Are Coming. Humans Might Not Be Ready - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT
Human beings struggle with emergency communication. Chatbots can help—if people take them seriously.
 
SLAM Navigation For an Arduino Powered Car - Hack a Day Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:00:33 GMT
There are plenty of “robot” projects out there that are really just a small remote control platform of some sort. We often like to think of robots of having some …read more
 
Should AI Decide Your Court Case? This Judge Says Yes - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT
One of England’s top judges, Geoffrey Vos, believes that AI could adjudicate plenty of civil cases. The question, he says, is where the line should be drawn.
 
'Crackgate was decisive': Why Korean buyers are returning Apple’s iPhone Duo even without defects - Korea JoongAng Daily - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:58:28 GMT
  1. 'Crackgate was decisive': Why Korean buyers are returning Apple’s iPhone Duo even without defects Korea JoongAng Daily
  2. ‘I Felt Blind Panic.’ They Opened Their New $2,000 iPhone Duo—and It Broke. WSJ
  3. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems Reuters
  4. Here’s why the iPhone Duo’s hinge could be cracking the screen The Verge
  5. iPhone Duo owners say Apple's new foldable phone broke within hours of purchase CBS News
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
20% Off Samsung Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 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.
 
Disney Plus Discount Codes: 52% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Cut your subscription costs with the latest active Disney+ bundle deals, verified student offers, and partner promotions.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this October 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 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.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in October 2026 - Wired Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
PSA: Minecraft Switch 2 Now Available, Switch Physical Owners Get A Digital Discount - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:55:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Minecraft Switch 2 Now Available, Switch Physical Owners Get A Digital Discount Nintendo Life
  2. Play Minecraft on your Nintendo Switch™ 2 today! Minecraft
  3. Minecraft is live on Switch 2 — here's how to claim your free upgrade before January Tech Times
  4. Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2: Editions, Prices, and Free Upgrade Guide games.gg
  5. A native Minecraft reportedly gives the Nintendo Switch 2 a first-year family staple on 27 October Gamereactor UK
 
Making machines that can listen - MIT Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Paris Smaragdis develops computers with superhuman hearing for applications like speech recognition, music understanding, and environmental monitoring.
 
Cyberpunk's Edgerunners 2 Update Isn't In The Best State On Switch 2 - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT
  1. Cyberpunk's Edgerunners 2 Update Isn't In The Best State On Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  2. Cyberpunk 2077's Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) is out now! cyberpunk.net
  3. 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (Update 2.5 Edition) Forbes
  4. New Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Patch Is Great News If You're Argentinian, CDPR Clarifies Update Push Square
  5. Cyberpunk 2077 Hotfix 2.500.200 Released on October 27 MP1st
 
Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air - John Scalzi's Whatever - Google Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:57:01 GMT
  1. Further Thoughts on the Googlebook, in Comparison to the MacBook Air John Scalzi's Whatever
  2. Google Tried to Reinvent the Laptop. Don’t Buy It. The New York Times
  3. I tried the Lenovo Googlebook. I wouldn't buy one PCWorld
  4. Here's how I replicated 3 of the Googlebook's best features on a $60 Linux laptop How-To Geek
  5. Googlebooks just aren’t ready The Verge
 
Apple refreshes the iMac, entry-level MacBook Pro with the M6 chip - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:37:30 GMT
Additionally, the N1 chip brings Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
 
Researchers set a real-time fiber record: 3.2 petabits per second over 10.3 kilometers - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:32:00 GMT

A joint initiative by Chinese researchers and engineers has set a new record for real-time fiber-optic communications. The team sent 3.2 petabits per second (Pbps) through a single optical fiber, topping the 2.5 Pbps mark the same group set earlier this year. The figure reflects bidirectional transmission, with traffic flowing...

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South Carolina's measles outbreak jumped to Washington state 5 times in 2 weeks - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:22:32 GMT
International travel used to be the main risk of measles cases in the US—not anymore.
 
China's top-secret spaceplane can't hide in low-Earth orbit - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:04:50 GMT
The DIA's threat assessment suggests China may soon place directed energy weapons in space.
 
"No human at the helm": Delaware plan would let AI agents run entire businesses - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:50:04 GMT
Owners of AI-run firms would evade liability for "reckless" AI, US Rep. Comer says.
 
Anthropic IPO warns its AI could blackmail people, become sentient, end humanity - ArsTechnica Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:31:14 GMT
Seven potential AI nightmares pulled from Anthropic's 93-page "Risk Factor" tome.
 
Learner collaborates with MIT peers to develop book of AI insights - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Prabha Jha used her experience with MIT Open Learning’s program for senior executives to develop AI solutions for her employer, Verizon, and to write a book.
 
One of Call of Duty's Most Iconic Maps Has Been Added to Modern Warfare 4 Nearly 20 Years After Its Initial Debut - IGN - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:28:29 GMT
  1. One of Call of Duty's Most Iconic Maps Has Been Added to Modern Warfare 4 Nearly 20 Years After Its Initial Debut IGN
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1: All You Need to Know Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 Adds 6 New Maps, New Weapons, and a New DMZ Area IGN
  4. CoD: Modern Warfare 4 And Warzone Season 1 Release Date And Details GameSpot
  5. Modern Warfare 4 Season 1: Everything you need to know for November 6 launch PlayStation.Blog
 
Anthropic Says It Will Revolutionize Biology—Some Day - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:39:04 GMT
In breathless press releases and posts, the company has touted its models’ ability to deliver scientific breakthroughs. But its IPO filing taps the brakes on just how fast its AI will lead to big discoveries.
 
Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. - Windows Central - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:32:00 GMT
Blizzard said it wouldn't sell real-money World of Warcraft housing items tied to player races. It lied. Windows CentralSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
iOS 27.2 has two CarPlay improvements, here’s what’s new - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:20:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27.2 has two CarPlay improvements, here’s what’s new 9to5Mac
  2. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  3. iOS 27.2 Brings Two New Features To Apple's CarPlay Engadget
  4. iOS 27.2 adds new Messages feature that’s already a favorite 9to5Mac
  5. iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2 The Verge
 
Secure keys strengthen protected military satellite communications - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Lincoln Laboratory’s new key-management architecture solves the dilemma of how to refresh cryptographic keys securely, quickly, and widely for U.S. forces.
 
Best Skylight Calendar Alternative on Sale: Save $100 on Everblog HomeCal (2026) - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:51:17 GMT
The Everblog HomeCal delivers a similar experience, including a digital photo frame and meal planning at no extra cost.
 
Motorola Deal: Get a Free Smartwatch and Earbuds When You Buy a Razr - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:41:41 GMT
The Razr is our favorite budget foldable phone. While it isn’t on sale yet, Motorola is adding extras to sweeten this October deal.
 
Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast - Star City Games - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
  1. Hasbro Appoints Dungeons & Dragons VP As Next President Of Wizards Of The Coast Star City Games
  2. People on the Move: 'D&D' Head Dan Ayoub Named President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games ICv2
  3. Hasbro Names Dan Ayoub President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games http://newsroom.hasbro.com/
  4. Former Halo boss is now in charge of Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro Digital Games PC Gamer
  5. Hasbro (HAS) Stock Looks Cheap On Its 192% Three Year Run Simply Wall Street
 
Anthropic Flags Gas Supply as One of Its Biggest Near-Term Risks - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:20:28 GMT
The data center buildout could cause a massive increase in gas prices as companies scramble for limited supplies and infrastructure fails to meet demand.
 
Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers - Space - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Cowboy Space unveils 'Big Iron' rocket to launch 20,000 AI data centers Space
  2. Cowboy Space debuts new 'Big Iron' rocket Axios
  3. Cowboy Space unveils launch vehicle for deploying its orbital data center constellation SpaceNews
  4. Cowboy Space Reveals Big Iron Data Center Rocket Payload Space
  5. Cowboy Space Is Building Big Iron, a Rocket Meant to Rival Falcon 9 mediasat.info
 
Early Black Friday Deals 2026 - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.
 
Here are the latest Samsung Galaxy phones getting Android 17 updates - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:43:00 GMT
  1. Here are the latest Samsung Galaxy phones getting Android 17 updates 9to5Google
  2. One UI 9 Release Date: Android 17 Lands On More Samsung Phones Forbes
  3. Galaxy A16 5G One UI 9 Update Verizon: What's Confirmed Gadget Hacks
  4. Samsung's One UI 9 update has me rethinking my Galaxy phone habits (for the better) How-To Geek
  5. Stable One UI 9.0 update for Galaxy A15 is now live SamMobile
 
DoorDash reportedly in talks to acquire Instacart in $17 billion deal - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:29:00 GMT

Instacart was also recently tied to acquisition rumors with Uber, but sources say those talks are no longer active. It is unclear if Uber would try again if DoorDash comes up short.

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Quince’s Merino Wool Tee Doesn’t Cost a Fortune - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:12:04 GMT
Merino wool is a super fiber, and Quince’s all-season tee is the perfect way to try it out without spending a fortune.
 
Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:01:16 GMT
  1. Maxime Penaud talks about winning the Slayer Sword Warhammer Community
  2. The Warhammer team presented the works of the winners of the “Golden Demon 2026 – SPIEL Essen” miniature painting competition iXBT.games
  3. Golden Demon 2026 winners revealed at SPIEL Essen Warhammer Community
 
Warhammer Day – Chaos Champions through the ages - Warhammer Community - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:56:25 GMT
Warhammer Day – Chaos Champions through the ages Warhammer Community
 
Apple Logic Pro 13: AI-powered assistant, redesigned sound browser and more - synth anatomy - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:52:05 GMT
  1. Apple Logic Pro 13: AI-powered assistant, redesigned sound browser and more synth anatomy
  2. Apple Creator Studio adds powerful new AI features and even more creative tools Apple
  3. Apple Creator Studio to Add MotionVFX, AI Assistants, and MCP Support in November MacStories
  4. Apple is adding an AI chatbot to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers The Verge
  5. Apple debuts new musically-inclined AI assistant for creators Mashable
 
Epic Games Discovers That It Doesn't Like AI When People Use It to Rip Off Its Own Products - Futurism - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:46:30 GMT
  1. Epic Games Discovers That It Doesn't Like AI When People Use It to Rip Off Its Own Products Futurism
  2. Social media is full of weird video game mashups. Where are they all coming from? The Guardian
  3. Gamers using AI to put popular titles like Halo and GTA online for free — as companies scramble to shut them down Yahoo Tech
  4. AI slop is taking over the retro PC port scene, but these 4 Zelda projects remind me how good it still is XDA
  5. Decompilation: The mod slopification of video games Daily Journal
 
Google’s Genie 4 world model adds audio, more realistic worlds, and real-time steering - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:30:57 GMT
  1. Google’s Genie 4 world model adds audio, more realistic worlds, and real-time steering TechCrunch
  2. Genie 4: A new generation of world simulation Google DeepMind
  3. Google Upgrades AI World Model That Rattled Video Game Stocks Bloomberg.com
  4. DeepMind unveils Genie 4 world model promising more realistic physics and humans Ars Technica
  5. Google built AI agents a world to practice in. The physics still aren’t quite right. The New Stack
 
A 28-Year-Old DOGE Operative Gutted USAID. HR Had No Record of Him Working There - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:24:34 GMT
Despite the agency's human resources department saying he hadn’t even been onboarded, Jeremy Lewin oversaw the destruction of USAID. It’s not clear he had the legal authority to do so.
 
Apple refreshes 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip and faster wireless - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

The M6 features two additional CPU and GPU cores compared to the previous M5. According to Apple, the GPU delivers up to 30% faster graphics performance and 25% faster on-device AI performance.

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The NBA is the third major US league to partner with both Kalshi and Polymarket - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:29:00 GMT

The NBA said the multi-year deals would help establish a data-sharing framework to root out insider betting and other forms of corruption that have rocked the league on multiple occasions. These incidents have resulted in suspensions and federal indictments involving several prominent players and coaches, including Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier,...

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Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock looks increasingly likely at Nintendo Store - The Shortcut | Matt Swider - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:11:20 GMT
  1. Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock looks increasingly likely at Nintendo Store The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  2. Nintendo Issues New Official Statement on Zelda Switch 2 Console Restocks IMDb
  3. Nintendo joins Best Buy for midnight Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock launch The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  4. Fans Can't Believe Walmart Canceled Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Pre-Orders The Day Before They Were Meant To Arrive Kotaku
  5. Walmart cancels wave of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 pre-orders one day before launch GoNintendo
 
UK Home Office May Face Investigation Over Use of OpenAI Tech - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:10:26 GMT
A government watchdog is considering a probe into the Home Office’s use of ChatGPT technology to process asylum claims amid concerns over the tools’ accuracy and secrecy surrounding their use.
 
AI safety expert stops saving for retirement, he believes AI could wipe out humanity within a decade - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:44:00 GMT

Nate Soares, the president of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI), revealed his pessimistic choice to The Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson in a recent interview for the latter's The Most Interesting Thing in AI series.

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Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:20:26 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars Ars Technica
  2. Apple seeks more iPhone Duo supplies amid strong demand for debut foldable- report Yahoo Finance
  3. Confessions of a reluctant iPhone Duo buyer AppleInsider
  4. I’ve Used Plenty of Foldables. The iPhone Duo Complaints Don’t Hold Up PCMag
  5. How good is the iPhone Duo? Financial Times
 
Modders unlock hidden AI power on Nvidia RTX 20, 30, and 40 series GPUs, nearly doubling some benchmarks - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:07:00 GMT

The limit lives in the tensor cores. When they multiply FP16 or BF16 numbers and add up the results in higher-precision FP32, GeForce cards issue those instructions at half the rate of the FP16-accumulate mode. That FP32 mode is the one most training and plenty of inference actually rely on....

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Meta gets $3 billion from Nvidia, team up to make Muse AI faster and cheaper to run - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:41:00 GMT

When Meta announced its stock offering yesterday, it was reported that Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom had indicated interest in buying up to $5 billion worth of the company's shares collectively. The world's largest company by market cap has now confirmed its contribution.

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UK Politician Jess Asato Got Deepfaked. Now She’s Taking xAI to Court - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:29:41 GMT
Jess Asato’s public campaigning for victims of online abuse put her in the crosshairs of Grok’s deepfake scandal. Then the UK member of parliament became a victim of the abuse herself.
 
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, a quarter of the company - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:00 GMT

Microsoft recently announced a new voluntary exit offer for employees at level 70 and below in certain countries. Sources told CNBC that this group includes about 60,000 workers, a substantial increase in scope compared with the buyout offers that began in April.

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Intel's leaked 28-core Nova Lake CPU beats the Core Ultra 9 285K and Ryzen 9 9950X3D in single-thread testing - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:18:00 GMT

A VideoCardz reader found the entries through PerformanceTest 11.1's Manage Baselines feature. Listed as "Intel 0000," the processors appear in submissions dating back to September.

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Sony's next PlayStation handheld may get exclusive access to AMD's mobile RDNA 5 - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:34:00 GMT

According to Digital Foundry, Sony might have some kind of exclusive access to the mobile variant of AMD's upcoming RDNA 5 architecture. The nature of that exclusivity remains unclear, however. Sony and AMD may have a formal deal, or Sony may simply be the only manufacturer able to justify a...

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Fitbit Edge reviews: A return to simpler fitness tracking - TechSpot Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:22:00 GMT
Google's $179 Fitbit Edge has landed to positive reviews for its design, AMOLED display, accurate fitness tracking, built-in GPS, and week-long battery life. Reviewers are praising its simplicity and comfortable fit, positioning it as an alternative to smartwatches.
 
CNET Gift of the Year Awards: Supreme Tech for Your Holiday Wish List - CNET - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:12 GMT
  1. CNET Gift of the Year Awards: Supreme Tech for Your Holiday Wish List CNET
  2. 2026 Gifts of the Year: Perfect presents for anyone on your list Popular Science
  3. These Are Lifehacker's 2026 'Gift of the Year' Award Winners Lifehacker
  4. ZDNET Gift of the Year: Our editors’ top picks ZDNET
  5. Gift of the Year Awards: 12 Top-Notch Tech Picks Our Experts Want for Themselves PCMag
 
AI Agents Are Media’s New Favorite Audience - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
As agents go mainstream, some publishers are hoping that people will pay for content tailor-made for AI—not humans.
 
NASA’s Oldest Martian Spacecraft Have Been Running for Decades. Here’s How - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Two orbiters have long outlasted their expected lifespans and completely reshaped our understanding of the Red Planet, all while operating 140 million miles from Earth.
 
Instagram Is a Streaming Service Now - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Instagram’s long-form video update is more than a swipe at YouTube. It’s an attempt to capture the clip economy.
 
Massive Groups of Volunteers Are Ready to Face Down ICE at the Polls - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
From heat maps to Signal chats to war rooms, volunteers across the US are ready to act if federal immigration agents show up on Election Day.
 
How to Hide Your Baby From the Government - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
“Sovereign citizens” think they can live beyond the reach of the state. Now the movement has influencers—and they’re selling all sorts of anarchist courses to expectant families.
 
Is an Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis System Worth It? Benefits, Costs, and Drawbacks - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:35:00 GMT
The Waterdrop X12 improved the taste of my tap water, but reverse osmosis comes with costs beyond the purchase price.
 
I Tested Every Major AI Agent for a Day. Here’s the Best One - Wired Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
I ranked six AI agents—from Meta’s Muse to Anthropic’s Claude Duet—on how well they completed basic tasks.
 
Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? - The New York Times - Google Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:03:00 GMT
  1. Did the Hardest Problem in A.I. Just Get Much Easier? The New York Times
  2. AI models may not be so opaque after all The Economist
  3. Is AI Really a Black Box? Neural Networks May Be Easier to Understand Than We Thought SingularityHub
  4. Is This Study Comparable to the Seminal Foundational Paper of Transformer? Groundbreaking Research Ignites Heated Debates in the Global AI Community 36Kr
  5. Good news about AI is “a major moment in scientific history” Denison Forum
 
Origami-based construction method yields lightweight, load-bearing structures on architectural scales - MIT Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The modular approach could be used to erect emergency shelters or fabricate aerospace components more quickly and with less material than some techniques.
 
J-PAL North America launches Homelessness Evaluation Resource Hub to drive evidence-informed approaches to housing stability - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The hub serves as a free, online repository of essential content for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers seeking to leverage rigorous research to inform their approaches to homelessness.
 
Grok Says Its AI-Generated Version of ‘The Odyssey’ Is ‘Not Historically Accurate’ - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:40:37 GMT
Months after Elon Musk declared that the xAI model would outclass Christopher Nolan’s mythological epic, the bot itself admitted defeat.
 
The AI boom is happening at seven companies, the rest of the S&P 500 isn't seeing it - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:22:00 GMT

According to Slok's Daily Spark note, AI has so far delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech, despite the massive amount of money and hype surrounding the latest advancements in large language model research.

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Apple’s ‘Pro and Tell’ Event: Everything Announced This Week - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:21:38 GMT
It’s another big week for Apple, with a new iPad Mini, iMac and touchscreen MacBook Pro.
 
Why Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Is Missing So Many Key Figures - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:27:15 GMT
Anthropic’s S-1 filing is hundreds of pages long—and it leaves out quite a few financial details. “Anthropic owes investors more information,” one analyst tells WIRED.
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
Anthropic files to go public, and it could be the biggest IPO ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:17:00 GMT

Anthropic's filing opens with a letter in which the co-founders say they believe "AI is one of the most consequential technologies in human history." The rest of the 300-plus page document tries to back that claim up with numbers, while also spelling out, at unusual length, how things could go...

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Tiny11 developer squeezes Windows 11 onto a 700MB CD - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:05:00 GMT
NTDEV, the creator of tiny11, has pushed Windows 11 slimming to the extreme with pico11, an experimental build that fits on a standard CD while retaining a working desktop and basic apps. It uses just 883MB of RAM in testing, but sacrifices Windows Update and servicing. The developer plans to bring pico11's aggressive trimming capabilities to tiny11 builder.
 
Windows is preparing for Intel's biggest x86 change in years, but only Xeon chips will use it at first - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:06:00 GMT

Windows enthusiast Xeno recently uncovered what could be one of the most interesting changes coming to future Windows releases. Microsoft's OS may soon offer an option to enable Advanced Performance Extensions (APX) support on compatible hardware, the self-described "Windows Insider since day one" said. In turn, APX could deliver a...

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At New York Climate Week 2026, MIT connects with a global network - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A cross-section of the MIT community convened discussions on topics ranging from data centers and super pollutants to agriculture and education.
 
Live Now! We’ve Folded the iPhone Duo 100,000 Times – Watch Us Fold It Thousands More - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our custom-made robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
T-Mobile debuts wireless plans with customizable perks from streaming to food delivery - Reuters - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:39:45 GMT
  1. T-Mobile debuts wireless plans with customizable perks from streaming to food delivery Reuters
  2. XBOX Game Pass Is Coming to Eligible T-Mobile Customers XBOX Wire
  3. T-Mobile’s new ‘T-Mix’ plans let customers trade phone deals for Netflix, ESPN and other perks GeekWire
  4. T-Mobile’s new T-Mix plans: How to get Netflix, Apple TV, Xbox Game Pass, and more for free Mashable
  5. Netflix now, Hulu later? T-Mobile’s T-Mix plans let you switch perks – what you need to know ZDNET
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT
During the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Symposium, President Sally Kornbluth said “MIT has never needed your particular insight and guidance more than we do now.”
 
Gunter Stein, control systems and theory expert, dies at 84 - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Longtime EECS adjunct professor and LIDS researcher was known for an influential essay on the need for engineers to “respect the unstable.”
 
New iPhone Duo? Here are 4 Cool Features to Try - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A handful of neat capabilities help Apple’s foldable phone feel even more intuitive.
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
How to Identify Flock Cameras (and the Lookalikes That Fool People) - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Traffic signal cameras, red-light cameras and private security cameras can resemble Flock units but serve different purposes.
 
Five iOS 27 Settings Worth Changing the Day You Update - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:55 GMT
A few iOS 27 defaults get in the way more than they help. Here’s how to turn each one down or off.
 
Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, Nov. 1. Here’s When to Change Your Clocks - CNET Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:07 GMT
Most of the US gains an hour of sleep this weekend, but Hawaii and most of Arizona won’t change their clocks.