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An analysis of US police and court records finds 50+ officers were charged or accused of misusing license-plate readers like Flock's, including for stalking (Washington Post) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:20:01 GMT

Washington Post:
An analysis of US police and court records finds 50+ officers were charged or accused of misusing license-plate readers like Flock's, including for stalking — JEFFERSON, Ga. — Marci Bakely couldn't understand how her ex-boyfriend always seemed to know where she was.

 
A look at the growing tensions over AI data centers in London, Europe's biggest data center hub, as housing, power, and water come under increasing strain (Francesca Perry/Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:01:33 GMT

Francesca Perry / Financial Times:
A look at the growing tensions over AI data centers in London, Europe's biggest data center hub, as housing, power, and water come under increasing strain — The city has become the largest hub for AI power centres across Europe, competing with homes for energy, space and water.

 
Indeed: UK employers are creating jobs for senior staff in software engineering and IT, where AI enhances the value of experience, while cutting back elsewhere (Irina Anghel/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:45:45 GMT

Irina Anghel / Bloomberg:
Indeed: UK employers are creating jobs for senior staff in software engineering and IT, where AI enhances the value of experience, while cutting back elsewhere — UK employers are creating jobs for experienced staff with artificial intelligence skills and cutting back elsewhere …

 
Mega Pixel 11 series leak leaves nothing to the imagination - Android Authority - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:52:00 GMT
  1. Mega Pixel 11 series leak leaves nothing to the imagination Android Authority
  2. Exclusive: Google Pixel 11 Series Full Specs + US & EU Price Tags Android Headlines
  3. Google confirms Pixel 11 price increase, reveals ‘dedicated’ effort to make Android more RAM-efficient 9to5Google
  4. Leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold Photos Also Include Mysterious New Camera Bar Feature Engadget
  5. Google Pixel 11 leaks in some fresh new renders too - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
 
Suikoden STAR LEAP launches August 7 in Japan - Gematsu - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:21:21 GMT
Suikoden STAR LEAP launches August 7 in Japan Gematsu
 
Japanese startups are racing to enter defense drone production, as Tokyo seeks to cut reliance on Chinese industrial drones, which control 91% of Japan's market (Mitsuru Obe/Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:50:00 GMT

Mitsuru Obe / Nikkei Asia:
Japanese startups are racing to enter defense drone production, as Tokyo seeks to cut reliance on Chinese industrial drones, which control 91% of Japan's market — TOKYO — Japanese startups are entering defense drone production as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeks to reduce dependence on China and expand domestic manufacturing.

 
A detailed recap of the real-world target hacks by OpenAI and Anthropic models, exposing failures in AI alignment training and lack of meaningful supervision (Zvi Mowshowitz/Don't Worry About the Vase) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:10:01 GMT

Zvi Mowshowitz / Don't Worry About the Vase:
A detailed recap of the real-world target hacks by OpenAI and Anthropic models, exposing failures in AI alignment training and lack of meaningful supervision — If I had a nickel for every major leading AI lab that sheepishly admitted that the model it thought was sandboxed had …

 
Making a Retro(ish) Game Console From Scratch - Hack a Day Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:57 GMT
As easy as it is to make a late 1980s-style game console using a modern microcontroller, there’s arguably more fun in doing things the traditional way. This is the challenge …read more
 
An unsecured police dashboard exposed China's extensive tracking of foreigners, aggregating data from surveillance cameras, facial recognition tools, and more (New York Times) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:50:01 GMT

New York Times:
An unsecured police dashboard exposed China's extensive tracking of foreigners, aggregating data from surveillance cameras, facial recognition tools, and more — An unsecured police dashboard was a rare window into how the authorities track foreigners by collecting and aggregating vast amounts of private data.

 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 3, #1149 - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:50:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s Connections for Monday, Aug. 3.
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 3, #679 - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:20:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 3, No. 679.
 
A look at Central Asia's emerging data center race, led by Uzbekistan's 6MW TAS-1 due by year-end and Kazakhstan's 125MW facility with 100K Nvidia chips by 2027 (Yevgeniya Mikhailidi/Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:10:01 GMT

Yevgeniya Mikhailidi / Nikkei Asia:
A look at Central Asia's emerging data center race, led by Uzbekistan's 6MW TAS-1 due by year-end and Kazakhstan's 125MW facility with 100K Nvidia chips by 2027 — TASHKENT/ISTANBUL — The race to build data centers in Central Asia is intensifying, with Uzbekistan set to complete the first phase …

 
Google is canceling an unreleased app after 800,000 people pre-ordered it - Android Authority - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:41:00 GMT
  1. Google is canceling an unreleased app after 800,000 people pre-ordered it Android Authority
  2. Gemini will create mobile & desktop apps in the future as AI Studio for Android, iOS is canceled 9to5Google
  3. Reports reveal new ambitions for "Gemini": Artificial intelligence could become an application developer صوت الإمارات
  4. Google Gemini to build apps directly as Google scraps AI Studio for Android, iOS The Times of India
  5. Google AI Studio pivots to conversation-driven app creation with Gemini, doubling down on AI over crypto Crypto Briefing
 
Alibaba says its 2.4T-parameter Qwen3.8-Max tops Moonshot's Kimi K3 on some benchmarks, and it plans to release Qwen3.8-Max and Qwen3.8-27B's weights next week (Luz Ding/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:40:01 GMT

Luz Ding / Bloomberg:
Alibaba says its 2.4T-parameter Qwen3.8-Max tops Moonshot's Kimi K3 on some benchmarks, and it plans to release Qwen3.8-Max and Qwen3.8-27B's weights next week — Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. released its latest flagship AI model, with performance claims putting it alongside global leaders like Anthropic's Fable.

 
der8auer tests PC chimney effect, dropping CPU temps by 19°C with a 110cm 3D-printed tower - TechSpot - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:21:48 GMT
  1. der8auer tests PC chimney effect, dropping CPU temps by 19°C with a 110cm 3D-printed tower TechSpot
  2. Modder der8auer builds 110cm 3D-printed chimney to passively cool Ryzen 7 9800X3D without fans, cuts temps by 19C — radically simple PC mod uses the 'stack effect' tomshardware.com
  3. A Ryzen 7 9800X3D’s Temperature Drops By 19°C Using A 3D-Printed Modular Chimney Cooler That’s Too Tall To Fit In Any Computer Case In The World Wccftech
  4. Using The Chimney Effect To Drop Passively Cooled PC Temperatures Hackaday
  5. Famous Overclocker Installs Meter-Long Pipe on PC Cooling System Zamin.uz
 
der8auer tests PC chimney effect, dropping CPU temps by 19°C with a 110cm 3D-printed tower - TechSpot Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:21:00 GMT

Building one meant understanding what a chimney actually does, which isn't quite what the forum posts assume. Hot air rising is just convection, and it happens around anything warm. A chimney works because that rising air is trapped inside a tall channel, so as it climbs it drags cool air...

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Palworld Online announced for iOS, Android - Gematsu - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:00:50 GMT
  1. Palworld Online announced for iOS, Android Gematsu
  2. The Next Palworld Game Has Been Announced, And It Won't Be Popular OpenCritic
  3. Garena and PocketPair Announce 'Palworld Online' for 2026 Release Inven Global
  4. Palworld Online is an MMORPG take on Pocketpair's popular survival game that's coming to mobile this year Pocket Gamer
  5. Garena announces Palworld Online MMO for mobile platforms, launching in 2026 GosuGamers
 
Two independent teams used GPT-5.6 Sol Ultra on the same quantum cryptography problem, filing papers three hours apart, raising questions over scientific credit (Peter Hall/Scientific American) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:50:01 GMT

Peter Hall / Scientific American:
Two independent teams used GPT-5.6 Sol Ultra on the same quantum cryptography problem, filing papers three hours apart, raising questions over scientific credit — An M.I.T. Ph.D. student and two University of California system cryptographers used GPT-5.6 Sol Ultra in different ways …

 
Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC launches August 6 - Gematsu - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:17:14 GMT
Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC launches August 6 Gematsu
 
Easy Theremin Uses ESP32 - Hack a Day Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:00:18 GMT
The Theremin is that classic electronic musical instrument that makes those weeee-ohhhhh noises which were so popular in mid-century science fiction movies. Mid-last-century, that is, because this century is just …read more
 
PlayStation Plus August addition includes free DLC for all players - GAMINGbible - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:00:03 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus August addition includes free DLC for all players GAMINGbible
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for August – Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, Big Walk, Signalis PlayStation.Blog
  3. Signalis and Dying Light 2 Dominate PlayStation Plus’s Free August Games CNET
  4. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for August 2026? Push Square
  5. PlayStation Store Update Worldwide July 28, 2026 PlayStation LifeStyle
 
A look at the US open-weight AI model ecosystem, as VCs question the revenue potential of open-weight startups like Arcee, Reflection AI, and Poolside (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:45:40 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
A look at the US open-weight AI model ecosystem, as VCs question the revenue potential of open-weight startups like Arcee, Reflection AI, and Poolside — Silicon Valley startups are setting up open models, with some operating on shoestring budgets because of limited interest from VCs

 
Connection to Engadget could not be established - Engadget Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:42:06 GMT
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Connection to Apple Developer could not be established - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:42:06 GMT
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Street Fighter 6 Season 4 update patch notes - EventHubs - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:34:34 GMT
  1. Street Fighter 6 Season 4 update patch notes EventHubs
  2. Street Fighter 6 Year 4 Brings New Fighters and a Lower Price COGconnected
  3. Capcom to Host Yasmine Community Event in Makati This August gamerbraves.com
  4. Street Fighter 6 Yasmine Update Introduces Major Character Changes and Gameplay Improvements chshyd.in
  5. Street Fighter 6 August 3 Update Introduces Balance Changes and Modern Control Adjustments TwistedVoxel
 
‘The language of Pokémon is universal’: why fans are still catching ‘em all after 30 years - The Guardian - Google Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT
  1. ‘The language of Pokémon is universal’: why fans are still catching ‘em all after 30 years The Guardian
  2. AppMagic: Pokémon Go generates $48.5m during 10th anniversary celebrations GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Come with Us to the Pokémon GO Times Square Celebration Pokemon.com
  4. 10 Years Later, The Legacy Of Pokémon Go Has Never Been More Complicated Kotaku
  5. On This Day | 2016 Pokemon Go fever sends Hongkongers on citywide hunt – SCMP archive South China Morning Post
 
Robinhood says Q2 prediction markets revenue rose 10x+ YoY to $156M, topping stock and crypto for the first time, as speculators shift to real-world event bets (Yueqi Yang/The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:55:00 GMT

Yueqi Yang / The Information:
Robinhood says Q2 prediction markets revenue rose 10x+ YoY to $156M, topping stock and crypto for the first time, as speculators shift to real-world event bets — Brokerage app Robinhood has quickly become a force in prediction markets, challenging the hold of Kalshi and Polymarket on the popular betting market.

 
Four US states rolled back or paused data center tax incentives, and nine others are weighing repeal measures, potentially adding 7% or more to equipment costs (Ann Davis Vaughan/The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:10:01 GMT

Ann Davis Vaughan / The Information:
Four US states rolled back or paused data center tax incentives, and nine others are weighing repeal measures, potentially adding 7% or more to equipment costs — Governors and legislatures in U.S. states that previously welcomed data centers are suddenly moving to rip away sales tax breaks …

 
5 Disadvantages Of Switching To A Smart Ring - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:47:00 GMT
  1. 5 Disadvantages Of Switching To A Smart Ring bgr.com
  2. The reason I swapped my smartwatch for a smart ring may surprise you Hindustan Times
 
Linux 7.2-rc6 Released: "This RC Is Huge" - Phoronix - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:38:00 GMT
  1. Linux 7.2-rc6 Released: "This RC Is Huge" Phoronix
  2. Linux Kernel 7.2 RC5 Lands With Massive Networking Update Open Source For You
  3. Linux 7.2-rc5 lands with patches for HP EliteBook 830 G8 and Alienware x16 R2 Neowin
  4. Linux 7.2-rc5 Fixing Longstanding Bug In IPv4 Networking Over Firewire Phoronix
  5. Linux 7.2-rc5 Released: "Once More We Have Quite A Massive -rc5" Phoronix
 
Star Trek's 5 Most Iconic Sci-Fi Gadgets, Ranked - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:17:00 GMT
Star Trek's 5 Most Iconic Sci-Fi Gadgets, Ranked bgr.com
 
Hackaday Links: August 2, 2026 - Hack a Day Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:00:22 GMT
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About a month ago, we brought you word that the commercial rescue mission designed by Katalyst Space to save NASA’s Swift gamma-ray observatory had reached orbit and early indicators were …read more
 
Sources detail the troubled development of Tencent's ambitious, GTA-like game Last Sentinel, which has burned hundreds of millions of dollars over six years (Jason Schreier/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:50:01 GMT

Jason Schreier / Bloomberg:
Sources detail the troubled development of Tencent's ambitious, GTA-like game Last Sentinel, which has burned hundreds of millions of dollars over six years — Lightspeed's Last Sentinel burnt through six years of development and hundreds of millions of dollars — Hi everyone.

 
Capcom dev says he threatened Nintendo in order to get Zelda: Oracle of Ages/Seasons made - GoNintendo - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:02:05 GMT
Capcom dev says he threatened Nintendo in order to get Zelda: Oracle of Ages/Seasons made GoNintendo
 
The global memory shortage hits the MacBook Air - TechCrunch - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:33:59 GMT
  1. The global memory shortage hits the MacBook Air TechCrunch
  2. Apple's best-selling laptop is in crisis, and its own promotions aren't hiding it PhoneArena
  3. Apple “Prioritizing Sales” Of Current 14-Inch MacBook Pro to Make Way For M6 Refresh Later This Year, MacBook Air Suffering From Severe Shortage Wccftech
  4. If You’re Struggling to Find a MacBook Air Right Now, This Is Probably Why Gizmodo
  5. MacBook Air Experiencing 'Major' Shortage Despite $200 Price Increase MacRumors
 
LLMs are moving from generating artifacts to creating hyper-custom worlds on demand, but still lack the ability to natively perceive and audit what they create (Andrej Karpathy/@karpathy) - Techmeme Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:25:01 GMT

Andrej Karpathy / @karpathy:
LLMs are moving from generating artifacts to creating hyper-custom worlds on demand, but still lack the ability to natively perceive and audit what they create — We're starting to leave the territory where you'd test an LLM by e.g. “create an svg of pelican on a bicycle”.

 
An Automated Water Tank Controller - Hack a Day Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:00:29 GMT
[Jumpor] lives in a part of India where the water infrastructure is a little frustrating to use. Water gets delivered to underground tanks outside of homes, and must then be …read more
 
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 3, #1871 - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today’s Wordle No. 1,871 for Monday, Aug. 3.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 3 #883 - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 883 for Aug, 3, 2026.
 
5 Of The Best Phones OnePlus Ever Made - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:47:00 GMT
5 Of The Best Phones OnePlus Ever Made bgr.com
 
Researchers used AI-assisted code to undetectably tamper with data from computerized scans of physical DNA evidence produced by widely used crime-lab machines (Mariah Timms/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:40:01 GMT

Mariah Timms / Wall Street Journal:
Researchers used AI-assisted code to undetectably tamper with data from computerized scans of physical DNA evidence produced by widely used crime-lab machines — Researchers found that widely used lab machines produced digital DNA files that are vulnerable to tampering

 
For a Day, Google Made It Easy to Spoof Satellite Imagery - The New York Times - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:25:56 GMT
  1. For a Day, Google Made It Easy to Spoof Satellite Imagery The New York Times
  2. Google Just Ruined One of Its Most Important Tools The Atlantic
  3. Alphabet rolls back AI image generation in Google Earth over policy violations Reuters
  4. Transform any place with Nano Banana in Google Earth blog.google
  5. Google withdraws new Earth AI tool after warnings over misinformation risks BBC
 
Here’s how iPhone Ultra’s form factor could compare to other Apple products - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:21:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how iPhone Ultra’s form factor could compare to other Apple products 9to5Mac
  2. Survey says: Here are the Apple products readers still expect this year Mashable
  3. Here's What Lifehacker Readers Think Apple Will Announce in the Fall Lifehacker
  4. Apple iPhone Fold Ultra Release Date Surfaces in New Leak Geeky Gadgets
  5. Foldable iPhone 2026 Now Has an 88% Chance of Launching Memeburn
 
3 Tech Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By TCL - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:17:00 GMT
3 Tech Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By TCL bgr.com
 
Google voice redesign merges AI Mode, Search Live, & Song lookup on Android - 9to5Google - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:14:00 GMT
Google voice redesign merges AI Mode, Search Live, & Song lookup on Android 9to5Google
 
5 Essential Apps To Download On Your Nvidia Shield TV Pro - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:17:00 GMT
5 Essential Apps To Download On Your Nvidia Shield TV Pro bgr.com
 
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: Weird camera designs and higher prices tipped - Notebookcheck - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:28:00 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: Weird camera designs and higher prices tipped Notebookcheck
  2. The Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro won't match the Ultra's zoom Android Police
  3. The Galaxy S27 Pro will reportedly get a 12MP telephoto camera - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Android Circuit: Galaxy S27 Ultra Details, OnePlus 16 Specs, Pixel 11 Pricing Forbes
  5. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals massive camera and battery overhaul Android Central
 
The lightbulb that's burned for 120 years draws four watts - Boing Boing - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:04:18 GMT
The lightbulb that's burned for 120 years draws four watts Boing Boing
 
Turning Fruits Into Ethylene and Ethane Refrigerant - Hack a Day Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:23 GMT
One of the best parts about DIY chemistry and physics projects is that you get to decide how early in the supply chain you want to begin, such as with …read more
 
New Multiplayer Steam Soulslike Blends Elden Ring With ARC Raiders - GameRant - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:14 GMT
  1. New Multiplayer Steam Soulslike Blends Elden Ring With ARC Raiders GameRant
  2. Extract From the Gyldenmist: Dark Fantasy Extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter Arrives on XBOX XBOX Wire
  3. Solo Guide: Tips and Tricks IGN
  4. Mistfall Hunter on PS5 Pro is the “Most Refined Version,” DualSense Support Coming Post-Launch GamingBolt
  5. The audience for Mistfall Hunter surpassed 100,000 players in less than a day WN Hub
 
A Coldcard firmware flaw let hackers drain $70 million in Bitcoin in 41 minutes, with losses now topping $88 million - TechSpot Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:54:00 GMT

A flaw in Coldcard's firmware has put the spotlight on a basic part of wallet security: how the device generates its seed in the first place. The issue came into focus after an attacker drained 1,196 Bitcoin addresses on July 30 in a 41-minute stretch, taking 1,082.65 BTC worth about...

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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date September Signaled In Keynote Update - Forbes - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date September Signaled In Keynote Update Forbes
  2. 2027 iPhone 18 rumors: Smaller Dynamic Island, 12GB or 9GB RAM, 2nm A20 chip AppleInsider
  3. The latest iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, price increases, and color options Mashable
  4. The next iPhone might get a massive price hike Cleveland.com
  5. No new affordable iPhone until 2027 tech-ish.com
 
Apple’s rumored AirPods with cameras could potentially debut as soon as next month - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:18:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s rumored AirPods with cameras could potentially debut as soon as next month 9to5Mac
  2. Apple still plans a camera-free AirPods Pro update for 2026 AppleInsider
  3. Apple may finally launch its camera-equipped AirPods next month SoundGuys
  4. Apple’s camera AirPods could arrive next month: Siri gets visual context en.softonic.com
  5. Apple Races to Ship Camera-Equipped AirPods as Early as September, Gurman Says finance.biggo.com
 
Xbox prices are increasing by up to €200 or £170 - The Verge - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:14:20 GMT
  1. Xbox prices are increasing by up to €200 or £170 The Verge
  2. Xbox Consoles Are Now Much More Expensive In The EU And UK Engadget
  3. Xbox console price increases in Europe and UK fully revealed, with Series X now costing €200 more Video Games Chronicle
  4. Microsoft confirms increased Xbox prices in the UK and Europe GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Xbox Series X and S Price Officially Increased Again VGChartz
 
8 New Audio Upgrades To Look Out For In 2026 - bgr.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:02:00 GMT
8 New Audio Upgrades To Look Out For In 2026 bgr.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Amazon Will Give Tariff Refunds to Some Customers - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:00:38 GMT
The online retail giant didn’t disclose who qualifies for the refunds or how much each recipient will receive.
 
DuckDuckGo’s Anti-AI Sunglasses Won’t Spy On Anyone - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:50:45 GMT
They’re just sunglasses. Normal F****** Sunglasses.
 
Skylight’s smart calendars are up to $90 off during its back-to-school sale - The Verge - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Skylight’s smart calendars are up to $90 off during its back-to-school sale The Verge
 
Inside the Luxury Robotaxi Uber, Lucid and Nuro Are Testing - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:46:34 GMT
The Lucid Gravity robotaxi is slated to launch later this year. I got an early ride in an engineering prototype.
 
Living Underwater in 2026: New Ocean Habitat Just Dropped - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:38:11 GMT
Take a closer look at Deep’s subsea habitat Vanguard, the first new subsea habitat for humans designed, built and deployed in the US in decades.
 
PlayStation Petition Loses Steam Even As Sony Doubles Down on Disc Decision - Insider Gaming - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:29:33 GMT
  1. PlayStation Petition Loses Steam Even As Sony Doubles Down on Disc Decision Insider Gaming
  2. PlayStation reports flat Q1 sales, says it's "cautiously moving forward" with halting physical disc production GamesIndustry.biz
  3. "It's a sad decision." Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 developers on the end of physical disc production and why they pushed for a physical release despite the drawbacks AUTOMATON
  4. Sony acknowledges backlash, “cautiously” moves ahead with end of PlayStation discs Ars Technica
  5. Sony says it’s been talking to retailers about its disc-free future, suggests US retailers may still sell codes in a box Video Games Chronicle
 
AMD's new Zen 6 chips will have a low-power core built from five different generations of Zen - TechSpot Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:12:00 GMT

Patch notes that the system needs a way to properly identify these low-power cores in user space, since they currently show up as "unknown" in the CPU topology.

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A KVM Without the V (Or the M) - Hack a Day Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:17 GMT
Many of us will be used to the idea of a KVM, a device that pipes keyboard, video, and mouse over the network from a remote machine to your own. …read more
 
Xgimi MemoMind One Review: You Don’t Want Smart Glasses That Record Everything You Say - Gizmodo - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:04 GMT
  1. Xgimi MemoMind One Review: You Don’t Want Smart Glasses That Record Everything You Say Gizmodo
  2. Is It Possible to Make Smart Glasses That Aren’t Creepy? WIRED
  3. AI devices that see, listen and record: Are we ready for the post-smartphone world? CNN
  4. Beware the negative uses of smart glasses Japan Today
  5. The 6 Best Smart Glasses, Tested By Our Tech Team Forbes
 
17 Awesome Motorcycles You Might’ve Missed from Honda, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki and More - Gear Patrol - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
17 Awesome Motorcycles You Might’ve Missed from Honda, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki and More Gear Patrol
 
EU Age Verification Project Mandates Hardware-Bound Attestation - Linuxiac - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:43:13 GMT
EU Age Verification Project Mandates Hardware-Bound Attestation Linuxiac
 
Sabrina Carpenter’s Breakout Album Brings Her To A Chart Milestone - Forbes - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Sabrina Carpenter’s Breakout Album Brings Her To A Chart Milestone Forbes
 
Apple Maps vs. Google Maps vs. Waze: Which CarPlay App Wins? - Geeky Gadgets - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:01:51 GMT
Apple Maps vs. Google Maps vs. Waze: Which CarPlay App Wins? Geeky Gadgets
 
I Couldn’t Stay in Zone 2 on My Easy Runs. Then I Took a VO2 Max Test That Finally Explained Why. - Runner's World - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
I Couldn’t Stay in Zone 2 on My Easy Runs. Then I Took a VO2 Max Test That Finally Explained Why. Runner's World
 
Barn Find: Hidden Away For 36 Years! A 1980 Triumph TR8 - Silodrome - Gasoline Culture - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:32:43 GMT
Barn Find: Hidden Away For 36 Years! A 1980 Triumph TR8 Silodrome - Gasoline Culture
 
I almost returned my Google Fitbit Air for broken sleep tracking until I changed one setting - Android Police - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:30:15 GMT
I almost returned my Google Fitbit Air for broken sleep tracking until I changed one setting Android Police
 
A Meta developer's Linux patch could boost Steam Deck frame rates by up to 32% - TechSpot Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:29:00 GMT

David Vernet, a Linux kernel hacker at Meta, recently unveiled a series of new patches for the open source kernel. He explained that the code is designed to cut down on stuttering and frame-time spikes on AMD APU-based gaming handhelds, thanks to a new operating mode added to the amd-pstate...

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I almost downloaded another app until I found this Samsung Camera feature - Android Police - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:15:15 GMT
I almost downloaded another app until I found this Samsung Camera feature Android Police
 
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom DLC Officially Arrives Next Month - ScreenRant - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:11 GMT
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom DLC Officially Arrives Next Month ScreenRant
 
Foldables are sort of boring now — and that’s great news for Apple - The Verge - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Foldables are sort of boring now — and that’s great news for Apple The Verge
  2. [Interview] [Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] Inside the Design Behind the Latest Galaxy Z Series and Galaxy Watch samsung.com
  3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Best Update Isn’t What I Expected CNET
  4. Engadget Review Recap: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Meta Glasses And More Engadget
  5. Preorder Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 And Flip 8 At Amazon, Get Gift Cards HotHardware
 
Silent Hill: Townfall's dev team wrecked old TVs with magnets to make its in-game gadget feel real - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:50:59 GMT
  1. Silent Hill: Townfall's dev team wrecked old TVs with magnets to make its in-game gadget feel real Eurogamer.net
  2. Silent Hill: Townfall Developers discuss the Scottish setting, retro technology, first-person combat PlayStation.Blog
  3. Scotland and First-Person Screams Are Silent Hill: Townfall's New Direction of Intimate Horror CNET
  4. We Played Silent Hill: Townfall, and It Felt Great to Be Back in the '90s IGN
  5. Silent Hill: Townfall PC Requirements Land Two Months Out, Targeting RTX 3080 for 4K but Only at 30 FPS Wccftech
 
Hotel Wi-Fi phishing attack targets Microsoft logins - Fox News - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:41:39 GMT
  1. Hotel Wi-Fi phishing attack targets Microsoft logins Fox News
  2. CaptiveCrunch: Midnight Blizzard targets travelers worldwide for malware delivery and credential theft Microsoft
  3. Hijacked Hotel Wi-Fi Pushes Fake Updates to Deliver Surveillance Malware The Hacker News
  4. Microsoft Issues Hotel Wi-Fi Warning For Windows PC Users Forbes
  5. Russian Hackers Hijack Hotel Wi-Fi to Steal Microsoft 365 Tokens Security Affairs
 
8 Best Password Managers (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.
 
Architectural LED Install Shows How To Do It With Style - Hack a Day Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:00:51 GMT
Anyone can string up some LED string lights in a space with mixed results. However, if you want to create a lighting environment that’s classy and stylish, it takes a …read more
 
I tested dozens of apps, and these 4 passed my ruthless 1-day test - Android Police - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:00:16 GMT
I tested dozens of apps, and these 4 passed my ruthless 1-day test Android Police
 
The James Webb Telescope Is Changing Astronomers’ Understanding of the Ancient Cosmos - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
From how galaxies form to the beginnings of the universe, the images from the space telescope are giving cosmologists new data to explore—and theories to build out.
 
Who Owns Logitech And Where Are Its Products Made? - SlashGear - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Who Owns Logitech And Where Are Its Products Made? SlashGear
 
Best Car Vacuums (2026): Handheld, Cordless, Shopping Tips - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:35:00 GMT
These portable vacuums make quick work of snack crumbs, tracked-in dirt, pet hair, and the mysterious debris beneath your seats.
 
I’ve reviewed smartphones for 10 years. Don't waste your money upgrading in 2026 - Android Authority - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
I’ve reviewed smartphones for 10 years. Don't waste your money upgrading in 2026 Android Authority
 
There Are 2 Eclipses This August. Here’s How to See Them - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Everything you need to know about the solar eclipse and lunar eclipse that will occur in August 2026.
 
Servers for three Xbox games will close in September 2026 - TrueAchievements - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:04:46 GMT
Servers for three Xbox games will close in September 2026 TrueAchievementsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Ford Maverick SV300T First Drive: Small Truck with a High Performance Soul - Pickup Truck +SUV Talk - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:02:52 GMT
  1. Ford Maverick SV300T First Drive: Small Truck with a High Performance Soul Pickup Truck +SUV Talk
  2. Factory Tuned: We Drive Ford’s 800-HP Mustang, 700-HP F-150, and 300-HP Maverick Hagerty
  3. We Drove the Ford Maverick SV300T, the Turbo Lobo With a 300-HP Bite. It’s Awesome. MotorTrend
  4. Compact Truck: 2026 Ford Maverick Lariat Hybrid AWD thetruthaboutcars.com
  5. On the Road Review: Ford Maverick Lobo Mount Desert Islander
 
The Best Kids’ Backpacks for the 2026 School Year - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:01:00 GMT
Your kid’s little lunch hauler takes a brutal beating every day. These are the backbacks our own kids have tried and loved.
 
New data: Xbox Play Anywhere is gaining traction but challenges remain - Windows Central - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
New data: Xbox Play Anywhere is gaining traction but challenges remain Windows Central
 
Europeans Are About to Find Out How Entrenched AI Is in Their Daily Lives - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
New EU rules stipulate that people must be told when they’re interacting with AI or looking at AI-generated or -edited content, leading to fear of “disclosure fatigue.”
 
Is It Possible to Make Smart Glasses That Aren’t Creepy? - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
As more big companies invest in glasses that record audio and video and pack AI on board, privacy concerns are only getting louder.
 
Texas Longhorns player Michael Taaffe forced to give back Lamborghini Revuelto when he wanted to keep it for at least another year - supercarblondie.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:11:00 GMT
Texas Longhorns player Michael Taaffe forced to give back Lamborghini Revuelto when he wanted to keep it for at least another year supercarblondie.com
 
YouTube Star AboFlah Made Streaming His Life. He Wants His Kids to Live Offline - Wired Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
AboFlah talks about his new goals, streaming for charity, and when it’s time to log off.
 
Super Robot Wars Z II: Hakai-hen Game Gets Remaster - Anime News Network - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:50:56 GMT
  1. Super Robot Wars Z II: Hakai-hen Game Gets Remaster Anime News Network
  2. Super Robot Wars Series Announces DLC and Free Update for SRW Y, Remaster for SRW ZII: Ruination Crunchyroll
  3. 2nd Super Robot Wars Z: Break the World Chapter Remastered announced Gematsu
  4. SUPER ROBOT WARS Y "Anniversary Expansion Pack" and 1.4.0 update announced GoNintendo
  5. The First Of The ‘Super Robot Wars Z2’ Games Is Getting Remastered Forbes
 
Samsung One UI 9.5 spotted as Galaxy Z Fold 8 nears retail launch - SamMobile - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:21:00 GMT
  1. Samsung One UI 9.5 spotted as Galaxy Z Fold 8 nears retail launch SamMobile
  2. Galaxy S27 series development reportedly enters an important phase PhoneArena
  3. Samsung's One UI 9.5 for Galaxy S27 Ultra Shows Up Again as Z Fold 8 Gets First Update Android Headlines
  4. Samsung Galaxy phones add a Pixel-style dedicated Google Search bar on homescreen [Gallery] 9to5Google
  5. Samsung Testing One UI 9 on Galaxy S25, S26, A17, and A56 telecomtalk.info
 
"Halo: Campaign Evolved" Fizzles On PS5 - Dark Horizons - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:12:21 GMT
  1. "Halo: Campaign Evolved" Fizzles On PS5 Dark Horizons
  2. Halo: Campaign Evolved review – they don’t make ‘em like this any more The Guardian
  3. Halo Campaign Evolved performed well on Xbox, but PS5 gamers shrugged Windows Central
  4. 10 games to play if you liked Halo: Campaign Evolved Polygon.com
  5. Halo: Campaign Evolved PC Performance Review OC3D
 
Linux's market share in North America has breached 10% for the first time, says StatCounter - xda-developers.com - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:18:03 GMT
Linux's market share in North America has breached 10% for the first time, says StatCounter xda-developers.com
 
Osmo Pocket 4P 1-Inch Sensor Beats iPhone 17 Pro for Video - Geeky Gadgets - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:01:51 GMT
  1. Osmo Pocket 4P 1-Inch Sensor Beats iPhone 17 Pro for Video Geeky Gadgets
  2. DJI’s newest gadget may outshine its new camera DroneDJ
  3. Womp Womp: DJI’s New Osmo Pocket 4P is Now Officially Released Everywhere But in the US No Film School
  4. DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Lab Test: Rolling Shutter, Dynamic Range and Exposure Latitude CineD
  5. DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Review: Can Lightning Strike Twice? PetaPixel
 
Everyone is using ChatGPT Memory wrong — 5 tweaks to make it a true assistant - Tom's Guide - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
  1. Everyone is using ChatGPT Memory wrong — 5 tweaks to make it a true assistant Tom's Guide
  2. I taught ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini the same lie — then tried to erase it MakeUseOf
  3. ChatGPT Memory explained: What it remembers and how to view, delete or disable it Gizmo Times
  4. I uploaded my photo to ChatGPTI found out everything the internet knows about me. Samsung magazín
 
Apple struggles to keep pace with AI ‘bug’ hunters - Financial Times - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:27 GMT
  1. Apple struggles to keep pace with AI ‘bug’ hunters Financial Times
  2. AI is finding Apple security flaws faster than Apple can sort through them Digital Trends
  3. Apple tightens bug reporting as AI floods security teams (AAPL:NASDAQ) Seeking Alpha
  4. AAPL Looks 10.3% Overvalued on GF Value™ as Insider Selling Pers GuruFocus
  5. A real macOS flaw worth $200K went unreported because Apple's bug bounty inbox was full of AI slop the-decoder.com
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
5 SUVs Quicker Than The Ford Mustang Mach-E - SlashGear - Google Sun, 02 Aug 2026 03:45:00 GMT
5 SUVs Quicker Than The Ford Mustang Mach-E SlashGear
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 2, #678 - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 02:50:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 678 for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Aug. 2 - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 02:34:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Aug. 2, 2026.
 
Beast of Reincarnation Has Been Leaked, Cracked & Pirated Before Its Official Release - DSOGaming - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:25:01 GMT
  1. Beast of Reincarnation Has Been Leaked, Cracked & Pirated Before Its Official Release DSOGaming
  2. Beast of Reincarnation shows Game Freak has more to learn The Japan Times
  3. Game Freak’s Beast Of Reincarnation Reportedly Leaked By Pirates Three Days Before Official Release Kotaku
  4. This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls, Beast of Reincarnation, more Gematsu
  5. Launching This Week! Game Freak's New Title, 'Beast of Reincarnation' Inven Global
 
Flip Phones Are Making A Comeback – And Gen Z Is Leading The Charge - bgr.com - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:47:00 GMT
  1. Flip Phones Are Making A Comeback – And Gen Z Is Leading The Charge bgr.com
  2. Gen-Z-ers Embrace "Dumbphones" WBOC TV
  3. People Want Dumb Phones—Here’s Why Movieguide
  4. Interest in Dumb Phones Is Skyrocketing. Are We Finally Rethinking What Smartphones Cost Us? relevantmagazine.com
 
Going for a Spin - The New York Times - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:00:04 GMT
Going for a Spin The New York Times
 
Microsoft released Windows 11 KB5102117 update for OS recovery - Neowin - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:42:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft released Windows 11 KB5102117 update for OS recovery Neowin
  2. Announcing new builds for 31 July 2026 Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft thinks its latest Windows 11 tweak is an "improvement." Do you agree, or are you sick of tiny changes? Windows Central
  4. Windows 11 brings fingerprint sign-in to desktop PCs PCWorld
  5. Windows 11: The taskbar can be moved again—the Beta channel is leading the way Basic Tutorials
 
Nintendo Switch Online Finally Updated With New Feature - ComicBook.com - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:34:08 GMT
  1. Nintendo Switch Online Finally Updated With New Feature ComicBook.com
  2. Super Mario Sunshine Is Coming to Switch 2. It's Time to Embrace This Truly Weird Game PCMag
  3. Major Nintendo Switch update adds Mario Sunshine and unreleased Virtual Boy games Video Games Chronicle
  4. 2002 GameCube Classic Is Joining The Nintendo Switch Online Library vice.com
  5. The Most Polarizing Mario Game Is About To Come To Switch 2 Kotaku
 
Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In August 2026 - Pure Xbox - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:45:19 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In August 2026 Pure Xbox
  2. ‘Beast Of Reincarnation’ And 5 Other Titles Coming To Xbox Game Pass In August 2026 AugustMan Singapore
  3. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 3 to 7 XBOX Wire
  4. Xbox is officially getting 5 brand-new must-play games in August Polygon.com
  5. Xbox Game Pass August 2026 Hinges on Two Third-Party Deals and No First-Party Safety Net Tech Times
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 2, #1148 - CNET Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle No. 1148 for Sunday, Aug. 2.
 
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 2, #1870 - CNET Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today’s Wordle No. 1,870 for Sunday, Aug. 2.
 
Unusual metal oxide shows signs of magnetism under lattice strain in ultrathin layers - Phys.org - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:40:01 GMT
  1. Unusual metal oxide shows signs of magnetism under lattice strain in ultrathin layers Phys.org
  2. Shedding light on new type of magnetism in quantum materials Tech Xplore
  3. A metal long thought nonmagnetic changes character when stretched Interesting Engineering
  4. Could This Rewrite Memory Architecture? Rice University Discovers Unknown Magnetism XenoSpectrum
  5. Scientists uncover a new form of magnetism in quantum materials Bioengineer.org
 
Here's how engineers plan to save the satellite sent to save NASA's Swift mission - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:20:11 GMT
"We believe that a capture of Swift, an attempted capture of Swift, is very much in the cards."
 
This $10 bundle of 100+ DRM-free games means to support laid-off game developers - TechSpot Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:14:00 GMT

The Game Industry Hardship Fund bundle is live on itch.io through August 13. The collection currently includes more than 100 indie titles, along with a few soundtracks, assets, and other materials, all for just $10.

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On Tim Cook’s Final Earnings Call, He Said Apple May Charge for Siri - Gizmodo - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:13:22 GMT
  1. On Tim Cook’s Final Earnings Call, He Said Apple May Charge for Siri Gizmodo
  2. Tim Cook says Apple may charge for AI Siri Axios
  3. Tim Cook called Apple's on-device AI a 'competitive weapon' in his final earnings call as CEO qz.com
  4. Tim Cook hints at iCloud Plus tier for AI power users The Verge
  5. Siri AI could come with a paywall for power users TechCrunch
 
Did You Know Gaming Disputes Metacritic’s Top Rated Entry - Kotaku - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:50:30 GMT
Did You Know Gaming Disputes Metacritic’s Top Rated Entry Kotaku
 
Scientists built night vision that shows full color instead of just green - TechSpot Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:32:00 GMT

That distinction is key. Traditional infrared imaging systems rely on detectors that capture a broad range of wavelengths but don't preserve much detail about them, so the output is typically rendered as brightness differences in a single color, often green. Effective as that is, it doesn't take advantage of how...

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New York is suing prediction market Kalshi, calling it an illegal gambling operation - TechSpot Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:42:00 GMT

In a statement, James said Kalshi violates New York's anti-gambling laws, which are designed to protect minors from betting and combat gambling addiction in adults. "No matter what they call themselves, prediction markets like Kalshi are gambling platforms, plain and simple," she said, adding that Kalshi's actions are harming the...

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Review: Yes, we're still arguing about Nolan's The Odyssey - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:19:04 GMT
Christopher Nolan's impressionistic remix of Homer's epic poem finds the man behind the myth.
 
ASUS Brings A Floating Structure To Prime AP304 Case For Superior GPU Cooling And Panoramic View Through Curved Side Panel - Wccftech - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:45:57 GMT
  1. ASUS Brings A Floating Structure To Prime AP304 Case For Superior GPU Cooling And Panoramic View Through Curved Side Panel Wccftech
  2. ASUS Prime AP304: Panoramic ATX Case Unveiled ASUS Pressroom
  3. ASUS Unveils Prime AP304 Mid-Tower Chassis With Curved Glass, Tool-Free GPU Clamp finance.biggo.com
  4. ASUS Unveils the Prime AP304, a Full-Size ATX Case With a Panoramic Design eTeknix
  5. ASUS unveils its stunning Prime AP304 PC case OC3D
 
Exclusive: First look at the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Cases - Android Headlines - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:14:15 GMT
  1. Exclusive: First look at the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Cases Android Headlines
  2. Exclusive: Here are the Galaxy S26 FE's camera specs Android Authority
  3. Samsung Says It’s Launching Galaxy S26 FE and Tab S12 Later This Year CNET
  4. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE spotted with 45W charging support on UL Demko listing 91mobiles.com
  5. Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Confirmed In An Unexpected Way Memeburn
 
Microsoft plans Windows 11 memory optimizations for PCs with 8GB RAM - VideoCardz.com - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:20:38 GMT
  1. Microsoft plans Windows 11 memory optimizations for PCs with 8GB RAM VideoCardz.com
  2. Windows quality: an update on the commitment we made in March Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft vows to make Windows 11 fly on 8GB RAM amid memory shortage — optimizations to reduce OS memory footprint have begun tomshardware.com
  4. Microsoft improves Windows 11 optimization for PCs with 8GB RAM TweakTown
  5. Energized ⭐ Thurrott.com
 
I spent a week with the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Why can't I see my workout stats? - PhoneArena - Google Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:02 GMT
  1. I spent a week with the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Why can't I see my workout stats? PhoneArena
  2. 5 ways to set up Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 for maximum productivity samsung.com
  3. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 comes with a free $100 gift card this weekend Mashable
  4. I wore the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, and a $90 strap makes an upgrade almost pointless Android Police
  5. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 is $40 off at Costco and comes with over $50 in freebies The Verge
 
As Reddit stock falls, CEO questions value of Google's AI Overviews - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:30:36 GMT
Reddit may still be considering ending its licensing deal with Google.
 
15 Best Office Chairs of 2026—We Tested 70 to Pick Them - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:59:00 GMT
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
 
15 Best Office Chairs of 2026— We Tested 70 to Pick Them - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:59:00 GMT
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
 
One California town found Flock's license plate cameras were wrong 71% of the time - TechSpot Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:45:00 GMT

Police in Roseville, California, found that, out of 1,427 incidents in which the town's AI-powered license-plate cameras flagged a vehicle as stolen or used in a felony, the cameras misread the plate in 71% of cases.

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Best Organic Mattresses (2026): Certified Nontoxic, Natural Sleep - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:34:00 GMT
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
 
After noise complaints, judge orders Waymo to stop overnight charging in Santa Monica - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:30:54 GMT
Autonomous vehicle giant disturbs residents' sleep.
 
China’s EV Market Is Booming. There’s Just One Problem - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
More EVs reaching the end of their life means more batteries to recycle. But waste management companies have yet to catch up to the new reality.
 
7 States’ Water Systems Hit by Cyberattacks Likely Tied to Iran - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: The FBI eyes AI-powered tech to detect future crimes, Russia charges Telegram’s founder, xAI sues to stop a state’s “nudification” ban, and the Democrats learn a lesson about getting scammed.
 
Boroux vs. Rorra vs. Culligan: Water Filters, Tested Head to Head - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
In a world of plasticky water filter pitchers, I tested three new-generation stainless steel filter systems.
 
Dreo Summer Flash Sale 2026: Lowest Price Ever on Chefmaker, Fan - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:09:00 GMT
On Dreo’s summer flash sale from August 1 to 3, a great misting fan and an even better air fryer are at the lowest prices we’ve seen them.
 
Defcon's new badge is a security key you can see inside - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:05:21 GMT
A removable chip lets hackers inspect their badge—and keep using it after Defcon.
 
How fruit flies chase invisible ribbons of smell to get to their source - ArsTechnica Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:00:19 GMT
Tracking smells in turbulent air takes a keen sense of direction and sharp memory.
 
Alienware 15 Gaming Laptop Review: Hedging Its Bets - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:31:00 GMT
There are both cheaper and more powerful entry-level gaming laptops out there, but the Alienware 15 walks that tightrope between price and quality.
 
The OpenAI and Anthropic AI Hacking Sprees Are a Messy New Legal Frontier - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Both major AI labs’ models broke containment, escaped onto the internet, and hacked other companies. If a human had done that, the law would likely be against them. But a bot?
 
Astronomers Have Detected an Exomoon for the First Time - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A discovery in a solar system 73 light-years from Earth is challenging definitions and “blurring the lines between stars, planets, and moons.”
 
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Saturday, Aug. 1 - CNET Sat, 01 Aug 2026 06:12:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this August.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more August 2026 discounts.
 
Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for August 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
TurboTax Full Service Coupons This August - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful. Score 10% off full service expert on federal tax filings and more exclusive TurboTax discount codes on WIRED.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 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.
 
H&R Block Coupon: 25% Off DIY + Tax Pro Assist - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save over 25% when you opt for H&R Block’s free online offering, plus a tax pro review.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 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.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 50% Off in August 2026 - Wired Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this August.
 
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Rocket Is About to Crash Into the Moon—and It Could Be Visible From Earth - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:38:56 GMT
The impact will kick up a plume of debris so high, it’ll likely be visible through some telescopes. Astronomers will be watching.
 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 1, #677 - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:09:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 677 for Saturday, Aug. 1.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 1 #881 - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:53:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No.881 for Aug. 1.
 
Not just Neanderthals: Ghost lineage in Africa left its mark on our DNA - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:17:05 GMT
Some group with no modern descendants contributed a lot to our genomes.
 
Doctors took a look at man's painful shoulder—they found the joint was missing - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:51:52 GMT
The term "Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome" was coined in 1981, based on cases in four women.
 
Google plans to exempt sanctioned nations from Android developer verification - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:35:56 GMT
Someone in Cuba or Iran can keep installing APKs with no new restrictions, but devs will suffer.
 
Sony’s Plan to Kill Physical PlayStation Discs Faces Gamer Backlash - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:26:31 GMT
Gamers are planning a boycott called PSBlackout for the week of Aug. 23.
 
Reddit keeps its strange DMCA fight over Google search results alive - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:19:39 GMT
Reddit advances lawsuit accusing Perplexity AI of conspiring with web scraper.
 
Claude published malicious code to the Internet and attacked 3 real companies - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:39:14 GMT
Had the hacks used conventional methods, someone would likely go to prison.
 
Google Earth risked ruin with retracted AI tool for making fake satellite pics - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:21:05 GMT
“What on earth is Google doing?” Misinformation fears spur walk-back of AI tool.
 
This free font can trick AI scrapers into swallowing gibberish instead of your content - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:36:00 GMT

A Brazilian creative studio called Seneda & Abrucio has teamed up with Playtype, a Copenhagen-based type foundry, to build something that doesn't rely on asking nicely to keep crawlers away. They call it ShieldFont, and it's essentially a free, open-source web font with a twist. It works by showing you...

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Google Quickly Rolls Back a Feature That Could Make Deepfake Satellite Images - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:23:00 GMT
Google Earth’s AI image generator let me put my dream home in Central Park, but other potential uses aren’t so innocent.
 
Would you get tattooed just to interview at a 7-days-a-week AI startup? - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:04:56 GMT
LemonLime’s CEO got “carried away” with tattoo gimmick.
 
Intel is giving a startup the keys to its x86 (Atom) CPU kingdom - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:53:00 GMT

Reuters sources claim that Intel is entering into a secret agreement with RosaicLabs Inc., a company incorporated in Delaware just a couple of months ago. The agreement covers the register-transfer level (RTL) code for Intel's Atom CPUs, although we don't have any specific clues about which generation of Atom chips...

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X settles with advertising group after accusing it of coordinating a boycott - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:15:00 GMT

In a joint statement, X Corp. and the WFA said they were "putting the litigation . . . behind them" and that the agreement "resets the relationship between the two organizations." Neither side disclosed the terms.

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Chinese AI Researchers Are Finding Their Voice on X - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:14:43 GMT
As OpenAI and Anthropic employees grow quieter online, researchers at Chinese AI labs are flocking to X to explain their work, recruit talent, and shape the global conversation on AI.
 
High school defends staying silent while boys made AI nudes of 59 classmates - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:11:55 GMT
Gaps in laws may help Pennsylvania high school escape AI nudes scandal.
 
Apple’s CEO Hints That Heavy Use of Siri AI Could Cost You - CNET Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:00:19 GMT
Apple’s already raising prices on products and services. Is Siri next?
 
Researchers devise a full-color night vision goggle - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:58:38 GMT
Wavelength and intensity in the infrared are translated into colors in the visible.
 
China could supply EV manufacturing boom with recycled EVs - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:29:21 GMT
Look at chemistry of batteries and motors shows big opportunity for recycling.
 
Sony acknowledges backlash, “cautiously” moves ahead with end of PlayStation discs - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:07:42 GMT
Sony doesn't think the move will hurt it financially.
 
A third of physical PS5 games and half of Xbox Series discs need downloads to work properly, report shows - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:26:00 GMT

From Sony's decision to end production of discs for new PlayStation games in 2028 to the Xbox network outage that stopped some disc-based titles from working, there's been a lot of conversation about physical media recently.

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Man invested $45M in a Nicolas Cage movie. It got stolen off Netflix’s desk. - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:17:55 GMT
Filmmaker sues Netflix over stolen screener of unreleased Nicolas Cage movie.
 
Can Republicans Actually Send Anthony Fauci to Jail? - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:09:37 GMT
MAGA is loudly calling for the former White House chief medical adviser to end up in prison. WIRED asked legal experts to weigh in on whether that’s even possible.
 
Best Robot Vacuum of 2026: Shark, Eufy - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:53:21 GMT
Tired of vacuuming? Hand the reins to a robot vacuum.
 
Amazon spent $1.8 million on a failed AI project, and didn't notice the overrun for five months - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:39:00 GMT

In one case, Amazon spent $1.8 million on a project that used Anthropic's Claude Sonnet model to match author information with product listings. The system ultimately failed, and spending exceeded the original budget by 860%. The issue went undetected for five months.

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PwC just got caught trying to pass AI slop as authentic research - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:14:00 GMT

The AI hallucinations were confirmed by multiple leading publications, including the Financial Times. The so-called "Thought Leadership" reports were intended to articulate PwC's insights into some of the fastest-growing businesses in the Middle East, including agentic AI, public services, and electric vehicles. However, the bizarre turn of events suggests that...

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AI Slop Melodramas Are Taking Over X—and Their Creators Are Cashing In - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:00:09 GMT
Viral tales of good triumphing over evil are racking up millions of views. They’re almost entirely AI-generated clickbait.
 
This AI Assistant Wants to Make Up for Your Boyfriend’s Incompetence - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:47:26 GMT
An ad for Orchid suggests the AI agent can fix relationship problems by simply doing everything for inconsiderate partners.
 
AI is finding so many Chrome security flaws that Google may start updating it twice a week - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:33:00 GMT

These tools are scanning code at a scale and speed that were not previously possible. In at least one case, the technology exposed a flaw that had remained in Chrome for 13 years. If exploited, the bug could have allowed attackers to bypass the browser's sandbox protections and access local files.

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AI scammers outperform humans when it comes to building trust - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:01:40 GMT
The AI chatbot was more effective at creating “exploitable trust” than the humans.
 
Qualcomm's humanoid robot demo went hilariously wrong when the machine just dropped dead on stage - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:48:00 GMT

The incident occurred during Computex 2026, but it seems video of what happened has only recently surfaced online.

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Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Review: For Multisystem Gamers - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:21:59 GMT
Its latest Pro headset can mix between four inputs and has better wireless connectivity than the originals.
 
Meta's Reality Labs division lost $4.6 billion in Q2 2026, pushing total losses toward $88 billion - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:17:00 GMT

Meta's earnings report for the second quarter of 2026 primarily focuses on the company's AI and smart-glasses-related ambitions, but buried in the numbers is yet another multi-billion-dollar loss from the Reality Labs division. Meta may have shifted priorities, but it has apparently not completely given up on the dream of...

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Pathogenic review: Damn, it feels good to be a virus - ArsTechnica Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:18 GMT
The hot new roguelite twin-stick shooter lives up to the hype.
 
More Americans now support banning phones all day at school, not just in class - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:46:00 GMT

According to Pew Research Center, 77% of US adults now support in-classroom phone bans for middle and high school students, marking the second consecutive year that support has increased – the figure stood at 68% in 2024. Just 18% now oppose such a ban, while 6% are unsure.

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Google plans to produce up to 15 million AI chips by 2028, rivaling Nvidia's total accelerator volume - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

If those numbers hold, Google's output would be in the same range as Nvidia's projected shipments. Fubon estimates that Nvidia supplied 8.2 million data center GPUs in 2026 and could reach 12.4 million by 2028. That would mark a notable shift, with a single cloud provider producing a volume of...

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Best Dyson Vacuums (2026): V15 Detect, Gen5Detect, PencilVac - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Feeling the pull of a new clean machine? We’ll help you make sense of Dyson’s whirlwind vacuum lineup.
 
Longevity-obsessed millionaire Bryan Johnson wonders whether his bid to live forever has gone too far - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Braintree founder Johnson became the subject of many household conversations after appearing in the Netflix documentary Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever. His experiments to defy aging included injecting himself with plasma from his teenage son and following a regimen of 54 supplements every day.

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Daisy One Review: Comfy and Tactile Headphones - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The company’s first headphones look very stylish and have great tactile features but underwhelm on sound quality.
 
6 Best Phones With Headphone Jacks (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Headphone jacks are endangered, but they’re not gone. Here are our favorite smartphones that still let you plug and play.
 
Absurd GPU Pricing Update Mid-2026: What Graphics Cards Cost Around the World - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:32:00 GMT
Eight months into the memory crisis, GPU prices remain inflated but surprisingly stable. We compare Nvidia, AMD, and Intel graphics card pricing across 10 countries to find the best and worst deals.
 
SJY Zeph Open-Back Headphones Review: Music Through Magnets - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
SJY’s Zeph are brilliant wired headphones, using flippable earcups for two different takes on your favorite music.
 
The New Defcon Badges Pack a Unique Open Source Chip That Doubles as a Security Key - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Created by legendary hardware hacker Andrew “bunnie” Huang, the badges for this year’s famed security conference aim to push the boundaries of security and transparency.
 
What’s Behind the Heat Wave Scorching Huge Parts of the World - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A combination of El Niño, unusually hot ocean waters, and jet stream changes is sending temperatures soaring in the US, Europe, and Asia.
 
Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700 | - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
 
SelectBlinds Promo Codes & Coupons: Save on Custom Window Treatments - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Redecorate your home for less with our expert tips on applying SelectBlinds coupons, maximizing holiday sales, and locking in new customer discounts.
 
Alo Discount Code: Save on Activewear August 2026 - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
iPhone and Mac sales surge push Apple's quarterly revenue to $109 billion - TechSpot Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:47:00 GMT

iPhone sales drove the largest gains, bringing in $54.3 billion in revenue during the third quarter of fiscal 2026, up 22% YoY. Services, wearables, iPads, and especially Macs also contributed, pushing overall revenue to $109 billion, up 16% YoY.

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Anthropic Says Claude Hacked Into 3 Organizations During Cybersecurity Tests - Wired Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:24:26 GMT
In a review triggered by OpenAI’s Hugging Face incident, Anthropic discovered three of its AI models had breached real-world organizations during third-party evaluations.
 
How the FCC’s New Rule Will Affect Robot Vacuums - Wired Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:17:46 GMT
A new restriction on foreign-made mobile robots affects robotic vacuums, pool cleaners, and lawn mowers. Here’s what it means for the bots already in your home—and the ones you may never get to buy.
 
Meta is bragging about how its AI keeps people on Instagram, while facing lawsuits over addiction - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:44:00 GMT

During its Q2 2026 earnings call, Meta said its latest Reels ranking update, the largest one to date, drove a 15-basis-point increase in Instagram sessions. The number of "reshares" has also increased significantly, suggesting the app is doing a better job of surfacing content users actually want to see.

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Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Seagate aims to launch 50TB HAMR hard drives in 2027 - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:03:00 GMT

According to Seagate CFO Gianluca Romano, the US company is on track to achieve a storage density of more than 5TB per platter. In layman's terms, Seagate should soon be able to sell individual HDDs containing ten 5TB+ platters, resulting in more than 50TB of storage capacity on a single...

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Perplexity brings its Personal Computer AI agent to Windows - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:50:00 GMT
Perplexity's Personal Computer is now available on Windows after debuting on macOS earlier this year. The new desktop experience can work across your local files, apps, Microsoft 365, and the web, allowing it to automate tasks, create documents, and streamline everyday workflows.
 
I Used Every AI Cheating App and Detector and Came to One Conclusion - CNET Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:28:52 GMT
Can AI judge human work from robot slop, or is every AI-detection tool out there completely worthless?
 
Online fraud is a $150 billion nightmare for Americans, but most crimes go unreported - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:26:00 GMT

According to official FBI data, US internet users reported losing around $20.9 billion to all types of online scams and cybercrimes in 2025 alone. Losses grew by 25% year over year, but they still represent only a fraction of a much broader – and far more troubling – picture. CFA...

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Dust off those Nintendo 64 cartridges: M64 brings classic games back to your TV - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Co-founded by Oculus creator Palmer Luckey, ModRetro started life as an online forum for discussing retro games but eventually evolved into a full-blown hardware company. Its latest creation, the M64, is an FPGA-based console designed to play original Nintendo 64 games on modern displays in up to 4K resolution at...

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Google's Pixel 11 teaser hints at a mysterious new light around the camera bar - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:06:00 GMT

The Google video is the more visual of the two. It offers a close look at the Pixel 11 Pro's rear camera bar, where the phone retains its three-lens setup while adding a circular light effect beside the cameras. The clip does not name the feature or explain what it...

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This smart ring can measure your blood sugar using sweat, no needles required - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:02:00 GMT

For the millions of people with type 1 diabetes (and some with type 2 and other forms of the disease) who must monitor their glucose levels, the only options are regular painful finger-pricks or a constant glucose monitor (CGM), which can be expensive, awkward, sometimes inaccurate, and invasive.

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Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
Samsung is locking in five-year chip deals as AI demand shows no signs of slowing - TechSpot Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:06:00 GMT

Kim said those contracts will run for at least five years and account for 60% to 70% of the company's future capacity. The agreements include upfront payments and floor pricing, giving Samsung more predictability as it invests heavily in advanced chip production.

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MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
My Indoor Smart Garden Is Saving Me From All These Lettuce Recalls - CNET Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
If you want to avoid purchasing potentially contaminated greens, growing your own indoors is a safer alternative.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with men’s soccer captain Dilin Meloni - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The rising senior is passionate about soccer, nuclear fusion, and advocating on behalf of his fellow student-athletes at MIT.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
3 Questions: Neural transparency and the future of AI design - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:25:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Pat Pataranutaporn describes a new interface that lets everyday users glimpse inside an AI's neural network before their chatbot ever says a word.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
3D-printed bridge points the way to greener construction - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a framework that folds a printer’s real-world limits into the optimization, while revealing that better hardware could sharply reduce material use.
 
Electric fields help guide neural activity, even from moment to moment - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:25:00 GMT
A new study adds evidence that electric fields in the brain help to organize and shape underlying neural activity via “ephaptic coupling.”
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
Can AI build a jet engine? JARVIS Challenge tests role of AI copilots in tough-tech engineering - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT students designed, built, and tested a jet engine with AI copilots, assessing AI’s usefulness in developing high-performance aerospace systems.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
Arthur Bahr named head of MIT’s Literature Section - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2007, the scholar of medieval literature explores how different parts of physical manuscripts combine to create interest and meaning.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
Discovery could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient digital displays - MIT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Researchers found a simple solution for extending the lifespans of LEDs made from glowing microscopic particles called quantum dots.
 
New flapping robot swims and flies like a diving bird - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ design could lead to a new class of aerial-aquatic vehicles for ocean exploration.
 
A baseball-sized sensor can detect chemical threats - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:10:00 GMT
The “TOSSIT” device, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, can warn service members and first responders of dangerous vapors and aerosols.
 
Bringing the data to every sideline - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Henry Wang works with FIFA and other organizations to advance the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed.
 
Ana Miljački named head of the Department of Architecture - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In this leadership role, Miljački seeks to shepherd a collective commitment to transform the present into a better future.
 
MIT researcher proposes a way to detect nuclear weapons in space - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty bans nuclear weapons in space, but there’s currently no way to verify that satellites aren’t carrying them.
 
MIT engineers whip up a more breathable hydrogel - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.
 
YouTube TV and DirecTV Subscribers Could Be Eligible for a Disney Settlement Payout - CNET Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:58:09 GMT
Disney has settled a lawsuit alleging it forced higher prices for live TV streaming subscriptions.
 
Many black holes had past lives, new research shows - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Physicists have found signs of colliding black holes that are themselves products of previous black hole smash-ups.
 
Discovery helps explain why solid-state batteries often fail - MIT Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
New research could help prevent the formation of tiny seeds of lithium metal within the electrolyte, enabling batteries that charge faster and last longer.
 
MIT in the media: Innovating and educating for the next 250 years of America - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.
 
A portable ultrasound system could make reliable breast imaging more accessible - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technology, which generates high-resolution, 3D images of breast tissue, requires no expertise to operate and could be used at home.
 
How urban design leads to better wellness - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An extensive study of U.S. cities identifies walkable neighborhoods, urban greenery, and access to amenities as key contributors to residents’ health.
 
The brain’s language network is more extensive than previously thought - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals that parts of the brain located far from the canonical language-processing centers are also involved in language comprehension.
 
MIT-Kalaniyot program expands, with new cohort of scholars - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The innovative effort bringing researchers from Israel to campus keeps growing while enhancing community connections and academic inquiry.
 
Q&A: What is agentic AI today, and what do we want it to be? - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist Phillip Isola cuts through the hype to explain how AI agents work and what the future might hold for this rapidly advancing technology.
 
Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. Here’s How to Claim Part of the Settlement - CNET Mon, 04 May 2026 19:27:56 GMT
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing.
 
Prices Are Going Up for More AT&T Legacy Plans, Starting Tomorrow - CNET Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:59:42 GMT
If you signed up for an AT&T wireless plan in the second half of 2025, the price is about to go up.
 
I Made Bacon This New Way, and Now I’m Done With the Skillet - CNET Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:09:50 GMT
I tried three methods for making bacon. One clear winner emerged.
 
18 iOS 26 Features Apple Buried in the Sub-Menus (and Why They’re Worth Finding) - CNET Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:03:02 GMT
iOS 26 hid some of its best additions behind menus Apple barely mentioned. Here’s the complete tour of what’s worth finding.