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Sources: Trump officials expect Elon Musk to spend $100M to $200M in the November midterm elections, with a focus on voter turnout in key races, including Texas (Hugo Lowell/Wired) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:30:02 GMT

Hugo Lowell / Wired:
Sources: Trump officials expect Elon Musk to spend $100M to $200M in the November midterm elections, with a focus on voter turnout in key races, including Texas — Sources tell WIRED that Elon Musk is expected to spend up to $200 million in the midterms. It could be a big boost …

 
FDA approves robot that can find your vein, insert a needle, and draw blood without human help - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Called Aletta, the robot begins the process by instructing the adult patient on how to position their arm. Once in the correct place, the patient or a supervisor presses a button to begin.

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Australia passes the News Bargaining Incentive, which will tax tech giants 2.5% on their Australian ad revenue unless they strike deals with local news media (Christine Chen/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Christine Chen / Reuters:
Australia passes the News Bargaining Incentive, which will tax tech giants 2.5% on their Australian ad revenue unless they strike deals with local news media — Australia passed legislation on Thursday that will force tech giants to pay millions of dollars in levies if they fail …

 
Poolease X1 Pool Robot Review: How Bad Can It Be? - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:02:00 GMT
The Poolease X1 can collect leaves from the pool floor, but dirt, silt, walls, and steps are all beyond its pay grade.
 
PitchBook: California-based startups have raised ~$366B in 2026 so far across 4,000+ companies, more than triple the total of all other 49 states combined (Paul Kiernan/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:59 GMT

Paul Kiernan / Wall Street Journal:
PitchBook: California-based startups have raised ~$366B in 2026 so far across 4,000+ companies, more than triple the total of all other 49 states combined — California-based companies have announced a record haul in startup funding, despite billionaire-tax fears

 
Bumble Tried to Change Dating, but the Dating Market Forced It to Change Instead - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The app now allows men to make the first move, suggesting its women-first positioning was limiting growth. It joins other dating apps now throwing everything at the wall in a bid to stay relevant.
 
Muon Space, which is building a spacecraft platform for orbital data centers and AI computing, raised a $250M Series C, with participation from Google (Yash Roy/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:45:03 GMT

Yash Roy / Bloomberg:
Muon Space, which is building a spacecraft platform for orbital data centers and AI computing, raised a $250M Series C, with participation from Google — Satellite startup Muon Space Inc. closed a $250 million funding round, raising capital from Alphabet Inc.'s Google and Salesforce Ventures LLC …

 
The 3 Best USB Phone Chargers (2026): Anker, DeWalt - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:33:00 GMT
I put top-rated USB car chargers to the test for fast charging, value, heat, and safety. These are the best I found.
 
The RTX 5090 Is No Longer Fast Enough - TechSpot Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:32:00 GMT
Samsung's first 6K gaming monitor pushes even the RTX 5090 beyond its comfort zone. We test Nvidia's uber expensive flagship to see what gaming above 4K really costs in performance and image quality.
 
Stripe's OpenRouter deal, its largest-ever acquisition, is a bet on a future where users turn to a mix of AI models and gives it a foothold in the token market (Kate Clark/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:30:01 GMT

Kate Clark / Wall Street Journal:
Stripe's OpenRouter deal, its largest-ever acquisition, is a bet on a future where users turn to a mix of AI models and gives it a foothold in the token market — The Stripe deal for OpenRouter, founded by an NFT entrepreneur, is a bet on a future where users turn to a mix of AI models

 
A MAGA County’s Top Election Official Wants to Hire Election Denial Superstar Tina Peters - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Tina Peters was convicted of seven counts related to election interference in 2024. Now, she’s fielding an offer from a county that’s become a hotbed of voting-related conspiracy theories.
 
Alibaba reports Q1 revenue up 9% YoY to ~$40B, meeting est., and net income down 75% to ~$1.6B due to heavy AI spending and weak domestic retail consumption (Luz Ding/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:20:27 GMT

Luz Ding / Bloomberg:
Alibaba reports Q1 revenue up 9% YoY to ~$40B, meeting est., and net income down 75% to ~$1.6B due to heavy AI spending and weak domestic retail consumption — Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s profit plunged more than 75% after China's e-commerce leader ratcheted up AI spending while grappling with a broad Chinese consumption slowdown.

 
Binance launches Agent OS, a platform that lets AI agents analyze markets and execute trades on users' behalf; users set limits on AI agents' access and trades (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:15:01 GMT

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch:
Binance launches Agent OS, a platform that lets AI agents analyze markets and execute trades on users' behalf; users set limits on AI agents' access and trades — Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange with more than 300 million registered users, on Thursday launched a platform …

 
South Korea media: SK Hynix and its union reach a tentative deal on a 6.3% wage hike and paying out 60% of profit-sharing bonuses in shares and 40% in cash (Yoolim Lee/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:10:01 GMT

Yoolim Lee / Bloomberg:
South Korea media: SK Hynix and its union reach a tentative deal on a 6.3% wage hike and paying out 60% of profit-sharing bonuses in shares and 40% in cash — SK Hynix Inc. and its labor union have reached a tentative wage and collective bargaining agreement, featuring a 6.3% salary increase …

 
The All-New Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 Look Like Serious Earbud Contenders - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
With a $300 price, the new flagship noise-canceling earbuds have a totally new design and performance upgrades. Are they the next great buds?
 
How Teen ‘After-Prom’ Kings in LA Monetized the High School Rager - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The West Coast house-party scene has long been iconic. For these young, tech-savvy entrepreneurs, it was also inspiration for MyPlots, a party-promotion empire.
 
Uber, Verne, and Pony.ai launch autonomous rides in Zagreb, making the Croatian capital the first European city where users can book such rides via Uber's app (Anzar Mehraj/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:55:00 GMT

Anzar Mehraj / Reuters:
Uber, Verne, and Pony.ai launch autonomous rides in Zagreb, making the Croatian capital the first European city where users can book such rides via Uber's app — Uber (UBER.N), Verne and Pony.ai (PONY.O) said on Wednesday they had launched autonomous rides in Zagreb, making the Croatian capital …

 
Salmonella Is Everywhere - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
From granola to guacamole, a wide variety of foods have been recalled lately over salmonella risks. Experts say common-sense precautions go a long way.
 
Samsung is holding another Galaxy Event on August 27 - Engadget Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:37:32 GMT
Samsung says it will be launching a new addition to its S26 lineup next week.
 
Reading isn’t Rocket Science… But In This Case… - Hack a Day Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:00:04 GMT
While Hackaday’s bread and butter is, of course, hacks, we sometimes cover things that most of us are interested in that are probably out of reach for the typical hacker. …read more
 
London-based Callosum, whose software matches AI tasks with different models and chips, raised a $100M seed from Atomico, the UK Sovereign AI Fund, and others (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:50:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
London-based Callosum, whose software matches AI tasks with different models and chips, raised a $100M seed from Atomico, the UK Sovereign AI Fund, and others — Callosum, a startup that makes software to match specific artificial intelligence tasks with different models and chips …

 
LG Display Introduces FLiPP OLED Technology, Improving Brightness By Up To 1.6X With Longer Lifespan - Wccftech - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:44:19 GMT
  1. LG Display Introduces FLiPP OLED Technology, Improving Brightness By Up To 1.6X With Longer Lifespan Wccftech
  2. LG’s new OLED breakthrough can boost display lifespans The Verge
  3. The Galaxy Z Fold 9 might be the first to solve the worst visual flaw on foldable phones PhoneArena
  4. OLED Screens Are Finally Defeating the One Thing Holding Them Back Gizmodo
  5. Samsung unveils world's first 300Hz OLED display for laptops SamMobile
 
Virginia's Loudoun County hosts 250+ data centers, generating huge tax revenues, as it moves to slow construction in response to pushback from residents (Cecilia Kang/New York Times) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:35:02 GMT

Cecilia Kang / New York Times:
Virginia's Loudoun County hosts 250+ data centers, generating huge tax revenues, as it moves to slow construction in response to pushback from residents — Loudoun County, Va., hosts more than 250 data centers that bring in huge tax revenues. But some officials and residents worry the county has become too dependent on that cash.

 
A look at Backstory, an experimental AI image authentication tool from Google DeepMind, offered for testing to journalists, researchers, and other fact checkers (Andrew Deck/Nieman Lab) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:20:01 GMT

Andrew Deck / Nieman Lab:
A look at Backstory, an experimental AI image authentication tool from Google DeepMind, offered for testing to journalists, researchers, and other fact checkers — Every day the fact-checking team for one of India's largest news organizations works to debunk a slew of false and misleading images circulating across social media.

 
China's humanoid robot makers derive much of their revenue from government-backed training centers that sell training data back to them, raising demand concerns (William Langley/Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:35:01 GMT

William Langley / Financial Times:
China's humanoid robot makers derive much of their revenue from government-backed training centers that sell training data back to them, raising demand concerns — Companies are selling machines to government-backed centres that then sell training data back to robot makers.

 
Sources: China is restricting or delaying exports to Taiwan of germanium- and quartz-based materials used in fiber optics, photonics, and chip manufacturing (Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:20:02 GMT

Nikkei Asia:
Sources: China is restricting or delaying exports to Taiwan of germanium- and quartz-based materials used in fiber optics, photonics, and chip manufacturing — TAIPEI — China is restricting or delaying exports of key aerospace and optical materials to Taiwan, creating painful supply chain bottlenecks …

 
Quick Share Implemented On A Kindle - Hack a Day Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:08 GMT
Quick Share is a useful tool for flipping files between Android smart phones in a fuss-free wireless manner. [unrealJune] has now implemented the feature on Kindle devices. You’ll need a …read more
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 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.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 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.
 
T-Mobile Promo Codes: 25% Off | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this August 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
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Save on iRobot products, including robot vacuums and mops designed to handle pet hair, daily messes, and hands-free cleaning with smart home integration.
 
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Save over 25% when you opt for H&R Block’s free online offering, plus a tax pro review.
 
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eBay Coupons: 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 20 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.
 
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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.
 
How Unitree's Go series, which helped the company dominate the quadruped robot market, drew on openly published US university research funded by the US military (Michael Martina/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:40:01 GMT

Michael Martina / Reuters:
How Unitree's Go series, which helped the company dominate the quadruped robot market, drew on openly published US university research funded by the US military — China's Unitree Robotics - among the world's biggest producers of humanoid and quadruped robots - based designs …

 
Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Getting Packaged Download Release - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:30:00 GMT
  1. Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Getting Packaged Download Release Nintendo Life
  2. Global Sales of Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 Surpass 5 Million Units Business Wire
  3. Nintendo shares pop 7% after 'Pokémon Pokopia' sales top 5 million CNBC
  4. Complete Pokemon Pokopia Bubbly Basin Story Walkthrough: All Main and Side Quests Sims Community
  5. Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass getting physical release Sept. 10th, 2026 in South Korea GoNintendo
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
Genesis GV90 SUV Debuts With Coach Doors, 310-Mile Range - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT
The luxury electric SUV rolls out with HMG’s biggest battery to date and its most dramatic set of doors.
 
Samsung confirms August 27 event for the ‘newest addition to the Galaxy S26 family’ - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:45:00 GMT
  1. Samsung confirms August 27 event for the ‘newest addition to the Galaxy S26 family’ 9to5Google
  2. [Invitation] Galaxy Event August 2026 samsung.com
  3. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Design, Specs & Features Across 26 Images Android Headlines
  4. Even more bad news for the Galaxy S26 FE battery ahead of its premiere PhoneArena
  5. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Hands-On Video Shows Horizontal Lock Gadget Hacks
 
Black Myth: Zhong Kui 15-minute ‘Gameplay’ trailer - Gematsu - Google Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:05:19 GMT
  1. Black Myth: Zhong Kui 15-minute ‘Gameplay’ trailer Gematsu
  2. 15-Minute Black Myth: Zhong Kui Gameplay Trailer Is Packed With Impressive Details IGN
  3. VIZ Media to Reveal "Naruto" Future in October - Countdown Launched ixbt.games
  4. Game Science unveils 15-minute 'Black Myth: Zhong Kui' trailer as fans hail ‘Netflix-level’ visuals Global Times
  5. Black Myth: Zhong Kui Shows Sword Combat, Parries and Elemental Powers in First Gameplay Reveal SavePoint Gaming
 
NASA Tests Featherweight Radar Antenna for SkyFall Mars Helicopters - Hack a Day Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:00:20 GMT
After the little Mars helicopter Ingenuity blew everyone away with its performance, it was clear that a future Mars mission should involve more helicopters like it, with even more capabilities. …read more
 
Comcast Xfinity Wants to Use Your Wi-Fi as a Motion Sensor in Your Home - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:53:19 GMT
Xfinity Shield is a combination of cyber and home security using several new technologies I’ve seen in recent years.
 
NASA calls off mission to rescue Swift gamma-ray observatory - ArsTechnica Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:18:48 GMT
Without a rescue, NASA's Swift Observatory is expected to reenter the atmosphere later this year.
 
Google Goes Back to School With New AI Study Tools - CNET Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:06:49 GMT
A new dedicated study hub includes a study notebook, customized flash cards and practice quizzes.
 
The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ Online release goes head-to-head with GTA 6 on November 19 - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:10:21 GMT
There's nothing else going on that day, right?
 
The largest all-electric plane ever flew for 27 minutes, on $5 of electricity - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:06:00 GMT

Heart's X1 demonstrator flew for 27 minutes from a regional airport in upstate New York, running on battery power the entire time. The aircraft reached 1,100 feet with one pilot aboard and no passengers. The flight marked the first time the company had put the X1 in the air.

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Apple’s Camera-Equipped AI AirPods Remain on Track for 2027 Despite Video Leak - Bloomberg.com - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:05:35 GMT
  1. Apple’s Camera-Equipped AI AirPods Remain on Track for 2027 Despite Video Leak Bloomberg.com
  2. macOS Tahoe 26.7 is Full of References to Unreleased Apple Products MacRumors
  3. Apple Leaks Unreleased Devices Weeks Ahead of Annual September Event Hypebeast
  4. Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods appear in leaked video The Verge
  5. Upcoming Apple products revealed in the macOS 26.7 release candidate Macworld
 
HYDR8 Will Lead You to Water, But Will You Drink? - Hack a Day Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:00:27 GMT
An arm and a hand: on the arm is a chunky blue box, and in the hand is a phone showing a dashboard.
[Ayushmaan] states up front that most of his free time is spent “building things that probably didn’t need to exist”. Well, this one might be an anomaly, because it seems …read more
 
Elon Musk Is Expected to Point His Money Machine at Texas Politics - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Sources tell WIRED that Elon Musk is expected to spend up to $200 million in the midterms. It could be a big boost for GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who’s struggled to raise cash.
 
Amazon aims for delivery drones to reach 500 US neighborhoods by end of 2026 - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:02:38 GMT
US residents face trade-offs as delivery drone services such as Prime Air expand.
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Will Continue to Use Divisive New Matchmaking System From Black Ops 7 - IGN - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:47:53 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Will Continue to Use Divisive New Matchmaking System From Black Ops 7 IGN
  2. Call of Duty: NEXT and Modern Warfare 4 Beta: Early Intel, PC Specs, Pre-loading, and More Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer trailer Nintendo Everything
  4. Want A Modern Warfare 4 Beta Code? Just Talk Trash GameSpot
  5. ‘Modern Warfare 4’ Closed Beta Start-Time And How To Get Early Access Beta Codes Forbes
 
Valve Steam Frame videos show how to wear the headset, perfect the fit and sign in - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:14:31 GMT
Eight leaked Steam Frame videos are informative and kinda silly.
 
Waymo Ojai vans are now available for all riders in three cities - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:07:58 GMT
It's a full rollout for the driverless vans in San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles.
 
Google built a camera-based tool to estimate body fat more accurately than wearables - Android Authority - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Google built a camera-based tool to estimate body fat more accurately than wearables Android AuthoritySee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
How "tokenomics" might save AI PCs - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:29:00 GMT

There are some interesting things happening in the PC market these days and, more importantly, the potential for even more impactful changes over the next year or so. At a high level, overall PC shipments were predicted to decline and are indeed starting to do so on a unit basis.

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Pokémon and Polaroid are collaborating on three new adorable cameras - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:27:28 GMT
The new cameras are prettier versions of Polaroid Now and Polaroid Go.
 
Framework responds to complaints that BIOS update bricks Ryzen 7040 laptops - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:21:59 GMT
Framework says it's replacing some out-of-warranty AMD mainboards.
 
Flight attendants freaked out that Google is buying tons of Spirit employee data - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:04:41 GMT
Bankrupt Spirit accused of selling out workers in massive data sale to Google.
 
iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:03:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming 9to5Mac
  2. The latest iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, price increases, and colors Mashable
  3. Apple to launch new iPhone 18 lineup in September: All the leaks including the rumored A20 Pro chip, price and everything else we know so far Yahoo Tech
  4. 3 big reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro Max over iPhone 18 Pro this year Tom's Guide
  5. Apple's iPhone 18 Release Schedule: What's Coming and When MacRumors
 
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL also got reviewed: great cameras, modest upgrades - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:03:00 GMT
Google's Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL bring improved cameras, brighter displays, a more efficient Tensor G6 chip, and new Gemini AI features. Reviewers praise the camera upgrades and Google's software experience, but weaker gaming performance, mediocre battery life, less RAM, and higher prices make this generation a tougher sell.
 
A robot could eventually conduct your blood draw at the doctor's office - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:02:52 GMT
The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind automated blood draw device for outpatient settings.
 
Mini Blinking Barrels Keep Desktop Traffic in Check - Hack a Day Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:00:50 GMT
Your desk or bench is a work area, so why not make it look the part? That’s the idea behind the miniature blinking traffic barrels that [Glen Akins] recently put …read more
 
FCC abolishes gigabit speed goal, suggesting it is unfair to slower technologies - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:45:19 GMT
FCC decides 1Gbps is too fast, standard must be "technologically neutral."
 
I Saw the Future of AI in a Robot That Can Learn on the Spot - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
During a recent visit to Generalist AI, I watched a robotic arm improvise and use a banana as a tool.
 
Cloudflare Workers Spectre Attack Leaks JWT From Co-Located Worker at 12 Bits/Second - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT
Cloudflare Workers Spectre Attack Leaks JWT From Co-Located Worker at 12 Bits/Second The Hacker News
 
Google is offering college students a year of its AI Pro plan for free - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
College students can get a free year of Google's AI Pro plan, something that would normally cost $200.
 
The floodgates are open after another Chinese company lands a reusable rocket - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:41:02 GMT
"We will put the booster back into service for another flight as soon as possible."
 
Peacock Is Testing Out a Rewards Program for Subscribers - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:36:13 GMT
The company’s doing a trial run on a loyalty program that includes discounts on brand merch.
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
Pew survey: 52% of Americans now more concerned than excited about AI - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:27:00 GMT

A recent report from the Pew Research Center reveals that more than half of US adults – 52%, to be exact – are "more concerned than excited" about the increased use of artificial intelligence in daily life. That is up from just 37% who answered the same way in 2021...

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I went through the latest Windows 11 Insider builds for August and found 8 changes that actually improve the OS - Windows Central - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:23:08 GMT
  1. I went through the latest Windows 11 Insider builds for August and found 8 changes that actually improve the OS Windows Central
  2. Improving File Explorer & Context Menu: faster, simpler, and more customizable Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft finally fixing File Explorer and the Context Menu The Register
  4. Will Windows 11 remove the Windows 10-era right-click menu? Microsoft reveals what's next Windows Latest
  5. Microsoft admits its Windows 11 right-click menu needs fixing — but there is already a better option MakeUseOf
 
Study finds a 15 percent increase in traffic deaths after major music streaming releases - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:21:35 GMT
Drivers may be more distracted on days when a big new album drops.
 
Mattel is releasing a full-scale building brick set of the original Xbox - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:19:34 GMT
The $330 Xbox building set includes a controller that interacts with three game-inspired dioramas.
 
Deus Ex and Dishonored designer Harvey Smith has a new studio making immersive sims - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:11:16 GMT
New gaming studio Black Pony Immersive has veterans from Arkane, Insomniac and Epic.
 
Mattel Brick Shop Announces 1:1-Scale, 3,509-Piece Original Xbox, Complete With Scenes from 3 Games - IGN - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:58:58 GMT
  1. Mattel Brick Shop Announces 1:1-Scale, 3,509-Piece Original Xbox, Complete With Scenes from 3 Games IGN
  2. Mattel Brick Shop™ Celebrates 25 Years of Microsoft's Iconic XBOX Game Console with New Premium Building Set Mattel Corporate
  3. Mattel Is Releasing A Full-Scale Building Brick Set Of The Original Xbox Engadget
  4. The Original Xbox Is Back, And This Time You Have To Build It Yourself GameSpot
  5. Mattel Opens Pre-Orders for Full-Size Buildable Microsoft Xbox Console Model with Interactive Features ixbt.games
 
How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Motion Engineering Unveil the World’s Lightest 120mm Suspension Fork - Pinkbike - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:45:46 GMT
Motion Engineering Unveil the World’s Lightest 120mm Suspension Fork Pinkbike
 
IKEA is teasing some Xbox... things - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:43:39 GMT
Who wouldn't want to rest their tush on a green Xbox logo cushion?
 
Apple just patched a critical macOS flaw that let hackers break in without a password - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:42:00 GMT

The Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-NL) recently published an alarming security advisory about the new macOS flaw. It describes a vulnerability tied to an improper authentication process in Apple's line of desktop operating systems, which can have dire consequences on Mac systems when they have the built-in Screen Sharing...

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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold reviews are in: rivals are moving faster - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:31:00 GMT
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is lighter and slimmer, with new AI and multitasking features and IP68 protection. Reviewers say it's a solid device but overly conservative, with average battery life, weak SoC performance, a noticeable crease, and a high price.
 
Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:17:25 GMT
Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection XBOX Wire
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Meta AI now has a dedicated desktop app for Mac - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:10:45 GMT
Meta's new Mac app is part of the company's push to make more business-friendly AI tools.
 
A fantastical journey unfolds in gorgeous Wildwood trailer - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:06:06 GMT
"I will tear apart this forest and bring back what it took from me."
 
GTA VI keeps leaking ahead of its gameplay premiere - The Verge - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:03:11 GMT
  1. GTA VI keeps leaking ahead of its gameplay premiere The Verge
  2. [UPDATE] GTA 6 Suffers Third Day of Leaks, Latest Video Suggests Leakers Have Access to a Build of the Game IGN
  3. GTA 6 leaks: Map and gameplay potentially revealed Mashable
  4. GTA 6 Leaked Gameplay Shows Off Chaos in a Knockoff Ranchero The Drive
  5. Leaked GTA 6 footage prompts hot debate about refilling video game gas tanks A.V. Club
 
Historical Hack: Henri Griffard’s Steam Injectors - Hack a Day Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:00:11 GMT
Here’s a historical hack for you: you have a big, rolling pressurized kettle, also known as a steam locomotive. It needs water to make up for the steam constantly chuff-chuff-chuffing …read more
 
Meta AI is getting a Mac app - The Verge - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Meta AI is getting a Mac app The Verge
  2. Meta's new Mac app takes aim at creators, small businesses Axios
  3. Meta adds AI-powered assistant for SMB owners Social Media Today
  4. Meta AI Launches Mac App With Screen Sharing and Dictation MacRumors
  5. Meta AI is now available as a more capable desktop app for Mac 9to5Mac
 
Google is trying to solve contrails with AI - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:54:03 GMT
Operation Blue Skies, which also involves the UK government, will subtly reroute flights to test contrail avoidance.
 
mRNA cancer vaccine succeeded in Phase 3 melanoma trial, Moderna and Merck say - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:53:56 GMT
The vaccine reportedly thwarted the cancer's return and spread.
 
Best Buy removes 32GB RAM worth $600 to "repair" customer's 64GB gaming laptop - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Redditor GRINZ_DOCTOR claims to have bought a Lenovo Legion 5 gaming laptop from Best Buy's website last December. The laptop reportedly worked as advertised for a few months before it began crashing during gaming sessions.

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Whoop Expands Beyond Its Wearable Membership With Blood Tests - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:47:31 GMT
Whoop is known for its wearable fitness tracker. Now it wants to become your source for lab testing.
 
No More PlayStation Discs Means No More Disc Butts - Kotaku - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:45:38 GMT
  1. No More PlayStation Discs Means No More Disc Butts Kotaku
  2. Sony’s decision to phase out PlayStation disc releases prompts consumer and preservation concerns Audacy
  3. "Totally digital consumer" ex-Sony president talks end of physical discs, "I don't understand if it's such a big issue" PC Guide
  4. Boycott planned after PlayStation announces the end of disc production Spectrum Bay News 9
  5. Kingdom Hearts Returns to Steam's Top Sales. One Weekend Was Enough to Become a Bestseller ixbt.games
 
Best Buy 'Repaired' a 64GB Laptop by Making It 32GB - extremetech.com - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:45:10 GMT
  1. Best Buy 'Repaired' a 64GB Laptop by Making It 32GB extremetech.com
  2. Redditor sends a gaming laptop with 64GB RAM for repair, comes back with 32GB RAM TweakTown
  3. Best Buy Customer Support Removed A 32GB DDR5 RAM Stick From Gaming Laptop After Charging Full Amount For The 64GB Configuration; Says Upgraded RAM Incompatible Wccftech
  4. Best Buy 'repairs' customer's gaming laptop by simply removing half the RAM— claims unit in question only accepts 32 GB of RAM despite listing a 64GB configuration Tom's Hardware
  5. Best Buy Sold a 64GB Gaming Laptop. Geek Squad Took Half the RAM. Gadget Review
 
Coders Say They Already Found Workarounds to Claude’s Invisible Watermarks - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:44:07 GMT
Anthropic announced last week it would include invisible watermarks in AI-generated content to comply with new EU rules. Within hours, overrides were being touted online.
 
Google rolling out new gradient AI ring for subscribers on Android, web - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
  1. Google rolling out new gradient AI ring for subscribers on Android, web 9to5Google
  2. Google's rolling out an AI-themed visual tweak for paid accounts Android Authority
  3. Google Brings New Account Photo Design to AI and Google One Subscribers Gadgets 360
 
Google Pixel Watch 5 Review: More Health, More AI - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:34:24 GMT
With smarter gym tracking, new health alerts, and offline Gemini, the Pixel Watch 5 fine-tunes a winning formula—for a price.
 
PeaZip is a powerful free alternative to built-in archive tools - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:34:00 GMT
Modern OS can handle common archives on their own, but PeaZip gives you finer control over compression, broader format support, encryption, split archives, integrity checks, and file conversion. It's available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. PeaZip is also featured in TechSpot's Essential Apps.
 
Amazon is bringing drone deliveries to the Chicago and Atlanta metro areas as part of a major expansion - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:32:45 GMT
Amazon says it will serve nearly 500 US towns and cities with Prime Air deliveries by the end of the year.
 
Flock is testing a new AI tool that tracks and identifies people based on their driving habits - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT
This goes way, way further than keeping an eye on license plates.
 
Google Pixel 11 series review: Is the magic fading? - Ars Technica - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:11:30 GMT
  1. Google Pixel 11 series review: Is the magic fading? Ars Technica
  2. The Pixel 11 Pro is a great phone, no thanks to its flashiest new features The Verge
  3. Google’s Pixel 11 Comes With Plenty of A.I. Does Anyone Want That? The New York Times
  4. I Can’t Stop Rambling to My Pixel 11 Pro WIRED
  5. Google’s Pixel 11 Phones Feel More Like a Great Software Update Bloomberg.com
 
Google Pixel 11 series review: Is the magic fading? - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:11:30 GMT
Google's new Pixels make some compromises but still manage to be good phones.
 
2026 Pokémon World Champions Preview: Pokémon TCG Power Rankings - Pokemon.com - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:08:14 GMT
  1. 2026 Pokémon World Champions Preview: Pokémon TCG Power Rankings Pokemon.com
  2. 2026 Pokémon World Championships Preview: Pokémon GO Pokemon.com
  3. Listen to the Official Pokémon 2026 Worlds Soundtrack GoNintendo
  4. Pokemon Fans Might Get a New Look at Pokemon Winds and Waves This Month ComicBook.com
  5. Announcement about Pokémon Pokopia hinted at Pokémon World Championships Nintendo-Online.de
 
Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Is One of My Favorite Android Phones, but It’s Not a Revolution - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:04:21 GMT
Google’s most advanced Pixel phone loses its cheapest tier, gains a few features, but most of it remains the same. And that’s just fine.
 
Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:02:25 GMT
  1. Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges XBOX Wire
  2. Xbox Insiders are getting a wave of new Xbox Series X|S dashboard features today, here's what's new Windows Central
  3. Latest Xbox Console Updates Include Extremely Belated Profile Badge if You Bought an Xbox One Back in 2013 IGN
  4. Xbox’s Latest Console Update Will Finally Let You Choose Old Saves To Delete GameSpot
  5. Five New Console Features Begin Rolling Out Today For Xbox Insiders (August 19) Pure Xbox
 
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: Doing more but not quite enough - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Google's latest foldable sports some welcome upgrades, but its lack of a major design change is disappointing.
 
Pixel 11 Pro review: Google AI as your enabler - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Just because it doesn't meet the high standard its predecessor set doesn't mean the Pixel 11 Pro isn't a great phone.
 
Google’s Pixel Watch 5 is promising — but it isn’t finished - The Verge - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 is promising — but it isn’t finished The Verge
  2. Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist blog.google
  3. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Pumps Up Its Fitness Smarts WIRED
  4. Pixel Watch 5 (41mm) Initial Review: New watch alert, actually 9to5Google
  5. Google Pixel Watch Adds Insulin Resistance Tracking: What It Could Reveal Before Blood Sugar Rises TechRepublic
 
Google Pixel 11 review: A lot of phone for a little more money - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The Pixel 11 is $100 more than last year and didn't change a ton, but is still one of the best smartphones on the market.
 
Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL Review: Smart Software, Small Upgrade - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Google’s new voice typing is pure magic, but subpar gaming performance and a useless rear LED keep these flagships from true greatness.
 
Scientists find closest star to the Milky Way's central black hole - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:56:56 GMT
Star, moving at 8% the speed of light, may let us measure the black hole's rotation.
 
James Pond’s New Trailer Has AI Alarm Bells Ringing, But Dev Says Otherwise - GameSpot - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:50:25 GMT
  1. James Pond’s New Trailer Has AI Alarm Bells Ringing, But Dev Says Otherwise GameSpot
  2. James Pond: RoboCod, my favourite Amiga game, is getting a limited physical Switch 2 release escapistmagazine.com
  3. James Pond Trailer Draws AI Backlash From Fans GameDaily
  4. James Pond returns in new Switch 2 collection Notebookcheck
  5. The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough Goes Physical On Switch 2 This October Time Extension
 
Meta ran ads for an app promising to nudify female politicians - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:45:29 GMT
One ad featured a pornographic video with deepfake closely resembling a US politician.
 
Smarting Up a Doorbell with Zigbee - Hack a Day Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:30:59 GMT
Once upon a time a doorbell was little more than a button, a transformer, and a bell tucked somewhere around the house. These days, they get a little bit fancier. …read more
 
What's the difference between Android's Qi2 And Qi2.2 wireless charging? - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Here's everything you need to know about the current wireless charging standards.
 
OpenAI Pauses Training of New AI Models, Citing Cybersecurity Worries - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:29:47 GMT
The ChatGPT maker is also beefing up its security systems.
 
Subnautica 2 Buddy System Update - Unknown Worlds - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:23:16 GMT
  1. Subnautica 2 Buddy System Update Unknown Worlds
  2. Dive Into What’s Next with Subnautica 2 Experimental XBOX Wire
  3. shadPS4 emulator received a major update 0.18 - Bloodborne, Persona, and PlayStation exclusives now run better on PC ixbt.games
  4. Update 1.2 for Subnautica 2 is finally here, and the studio is already teasing the next one Instant Gaming News
  5. Subnautica 2 Releases Second Update Enhancing Co-op Gameplay Experience Inven Global
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Comcast is turning your WiFi router into a basic home security system, for free - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:02:00 GMT

The feature is available through an update to the Xfinity Internet app and works with XB7 gateways and newer models. It is part of the company's new Xfinity Shield service and comes at no additional cost.

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Amazon's Alexa+ AI assistant is now free for anyone with a Fire TV device - Engadget Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
You can now talk to Alexa+ for free if you have a Fire TV device and live in the US.
 
Amazon makes its AI-powered Alexa+ free on Fire TV, no Prime required - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Amazon makes its AI-powered Alexa+ free on Fire TV, no Prime required TechCrunch
  2. Alexa+ is now included on Fire TV at no additional cost About Amazon
  3. Amazon's Alexa+ AI assistant is now free for Fire TV users Mashable
  4. Amazon Fire TV devices are getting a free Alexa Plus upgrade The Verge
  5. Alexa+ on Fire TV Is Now Free: 3 Big Wins for Viewers Global Brands Magazine
 
PlayStation Is Reportedly Overhauling Live-Service Horizon - Game Informer - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:59:00 GMT
  1. PlayStation Is Reportedly Overhauling Live-Service Horizon Game Informer
  2. PlayStation Reboots ‘Horizon Hunters Gathering’ as Live-Service Strategy Struggles Bloomberg.com
  3. Sony Has Another Pending PlayStation Live-Service Fumble On Its Hands Forbes
  4. Guerrilla is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering to make it more of a traditional co-op game Engadget
  5. Horizon 3 Only Has a 'Tiny Team' Working on It at Guerrilla, Reportedly Still Years Away IGN
 
Next Apple TV Rumored to Have Five New Features, Including Siri AI - MacRumors - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:43:02 GMT
  1. Next Apple TV Rumored to Have Five New Features, Including Siri AI MacRumors
  2. macOS Tahoe code hints at upcoming Siri Remote AppleInsider
  3. tvOS 27 to add Siri AI for Apple TV 4K, per new leak 9to5Mac
  4. Apple TV 4K fans are begging for these 3 upgrades from the leaked Siri Remote — but one is already possible today TechRadar
  5. Don't buy the current Apple TV – we're expecting a next-gen Apple TV Pro with these new features very soon stuff.tv
 
Why Is It Absolute Hell to Buy a Movie Ticket Now? - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:33:04 GMT
Overwhelmed theater apps and a scarcity mindset around exclusive big-screen formats for blockbusters like Dune: Part Three and The Odyssey have led to the “concertification” of movies.
 
Amazon to bring 30-minute drone delivery to 500 US locations by the end of 2026 - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:29:00 GMT

Amazon's dream of widespread drone deliveries has taken over a decade of false starts and setbacks, but its vision is starting to be fulfilled. The latest expansion plan would see its current drone delivery footprint increase sixfold.

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'Moto Snap' magnetic wireless charger leaks, hopefully as a sign of more Qi2 to come [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:15:00 GMT
  1. 'Moto Snap' magnetic wireless charger leaks, hopefully as a sign of more Qi2 to come [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Leak reveals new accessory that takes Motorola's wireless charging out of the dark ages PhoneArena
  3. This leaked Motorola accessory could change how you charge your phone Android Authority
  4. Motorola's magnetic charger leaks, and it's exactly what Android needed Android Central
  5. Finally, an Android maker besides Google is embracing magnetic charging How-To Geek
 
Hogging weights, loud grunting and sweaty benches: 11 gym dos and don’ts from fitness experts - The Guardian - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:11:40 GMT
Hogging weights, loud grunting and sweaty benches: 11 gym dos and don’ts from fitness experts The Guardian
 
Fallout 76 finally gets its free Xbox Series X|S upgrade in September - TrueAchievements - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:01:09 GMT
  1. Fallout 76 finally gets its free Xbox Series X|S upgrade in September TrueAchievements
  2. The PS5 and XBOX Series upgrade for Fallout 76 will be available on September 15 Instant Gaming News
  3. Fallout 76 console upgrade testing delayed again Niche Gamer
  4. Fallout returns in September as long-awaited new-gen update set to land GAMINGbible
  5. Fallout 76 to Receive Grim Event, Update for PS5, Xbox Series, and Older Consoles - Bethesda Discusses Improvements ixbt.games
 
Trump expected to pick conservative policy wonk Heidi Overton to lead FDA - ArsTechnica Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:54:36 GMT
She opposes abortion, is wary of peptides, supports limiting vaccines, vexes MAHA.
 
Apple's services business is finally feeling the pain of losing control over App Store payments - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:38:00 GMT

The Cupertino company reported $30.7 billion in services revenue for the June quarter, a record but below analysts' expectations of $31.4 billion. Gross margin for the division was 75.6%, also below forecasts, according to Visible Alpha. Apple shares fell about 9% in the days after the results.

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Hellraiser: Revival Confirmed For Switch 2, Launching October 2026 - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:34:45 GMT
  1. Hellraiser: Revival Confirmed For Switch 2, Launching October 2026 Nintendo Life
  2. Inside the brutal puzzles of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival PlayStation.Blog
  3. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  4. Hellraiser: Revival refuses pre-sale in Germany PlayFront
 
We Played Tides Of Annihilation For Two Hours And Came Away - Game Informer - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:24:00 GMT
  1. We Played Tides Of Annihilation For Two Hours And Came Away Game Informer
  2. Tides of Annihilation Preview: A Stunning Character Action Game Game Informer
  3. Tides of Annihilation: The First Preview IGN
  4. I came away impressed by Tides of Annihilation, a Chinese studio’s Bayonetta-like take on British myth | VGC Video Games Chronicle
  5. "Spider-Man: A New Day" Fastest to Reach $800 Million in North America ixbt.games
 
Unlocked for T-Mobile: The most secure phone in the world debuts at $649 - PhoneArena - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:06:27 GMT
  1. Unlocked for T-Mobile: The most secure phone in the world debuts at $649 PhoneArena
  2. Fairphone Is Finally Selling Its Repairable Phone in the US WIRED
  3. Fairphone’s latest repairable phone is finally available in the US for $650 Ars Technica
  4. Fairphone’s Repairable Smartphones Debut in the US With the 6 Plus CNET
  5. Fairphone’s latest repairable phone is going on sale in the US The Verge
 
Arkane veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne reunite: “We’re back to the games we love” - The Game Business - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:01:11 GMT
  1. Arkane veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne reunite: “We’re back to the games we love” The Game Business
  2. "We chose the worst time in history" – Harvey Smith on starting his own studio after Arkane GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Dishonored Creative Director Stars New Studio After Xbox Killed Arkane, Vows to Carry the Torch for Immersive Sims 'Until I Am Dead' IGN
  4. Harvey Smith and fellow Arkane Austin veterans announce a new studio, Black Pony Immersive Game Developer
  5. Arkane Veterans Start New Studio Following Xbox Crisis IMDb
 
OpenAI is slowing down AI development after rogue agents incidents and Bernie Sanders threatens Senate action - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

OpenAI says that two developments over the past several weeks have underscored the growing risks associated with increasingly capable AI systems: the attack on Hugging Face and others by its own agents and the company's decision to slow the release of its new Astra model because it has "critical" cybersecurity...

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The Blood of Dawnwalker's system requirements dropped by half in just months - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:04:00 GMT

The system requirements for The Blood of Dawnwalker have become significantly lighter since April. With upscaling as the primary caveat, the game's final spec sheet will come as good news for users with less than 16GB of video memory.

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The Verdict Is In: CNET Readers Trust These Mobile Carriers More Than the Major Networks - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Our readers rant and rave about mobile virtual network operators, but what about major networks, like AT&T and Verizon?
 
The Best Digital Wall Calendar (2026): Skylight, Everblog, Apolosign - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:31:00 GMT
What originally looked like clutter turned out to be my new favorite gadget for organizing my family’s life.
 
Wolverine PS5 Consoles, Accessories Available to Pre-Order Now - Push Square - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
  1. Wolverine PS5 Consoles, Accessories Available to Pre-Order Now Push Square
  2. First look at Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories PlayStation.Blog
  3. Marvel's Wolverine PS5 console and controller pre-orders LIVE — US and UK stock available now TechRadar
  4. Marvel's Wolverine "fully playable" on disc when it releases, Insomniac clarifies, perhaps making it one of the last few PlayStation games that will be Eurogamer
  5. Marvel’s Wolverine Is Heading to PS5 on September 15 | Pre-order Now! Playasia Blog
 
NVIDIA GeForce NOW adds official Firefox support, up to 1440p 120 FPS - VideoCardz.com - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:19:49 GMT
  1. NVIDIA GeForce NOW adds official Firefox support, up to 1440p 120 FPS VideoCardz.com
  2. NVIDIA GeForce NOW on Firefox for Windows blog.mozilla.org
  3. GeForce Now adds Firefox support five years after Chrome, now live 9to5Google
  4. NVIDIA Adds Firefox to GeForce NOW: 2,000+ Games [2026] tech-insider.org
  5. Firefox can stream NVIDIA GeForce NOW games at up to 1440p and 120 FPS Windows Central
 
Flock's fastest-growing business is 60 mph police drones that can read license plates from the sky - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Flock is best known for the roadside cameras now operating in more than 6,000 US communities. But the company is increasingly betting on drones that can be dispatched to emergency scenes before police officers arrive.

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I Tried a Window-Cleaning Robot: Do Not Recommend - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:08:00 GMT
I tested the top-of-the-line Ecovacs Winbot W2S Omni window-cleaning robot on my Victorian home, and it was an unmitigated disaster.
 
‘Your Excel Skills Suck’: The Power Users Turning Spreadsheets Into a Spectator Sport - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Data and finance professionals are competing in Excel obstacle courses—amassing huge followings and keeping the Microsoft program relevant.
 
We Bought a $500 Counterfeit Rolex So Good, Even Rolex Didn’t Spot It - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
The replica watch industry is in its “super clone” era. Following tips from murky internet forums, we bought three budget fakes that were good enough to pass as real—but ultimately disposable.
 
There’s a Very Simple Reason Why You Love the Slate Truck - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The car world is filled with designers still obsessed with shoehorning sex into their rides. Slate went a different route, and it’s why people are smitten with the charming electric pickup.
 
Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Neo: A Surprising Upset - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Neo are both premium-feeling laptops with only 8 GB of RAM. Which $700 laptop is the better buy?
 
Some Tesla owners are using Full Self-Driving for 95% of their trips, but they're still legally in control - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:20:00 GMT

Tesla's Full Self-Driving (supervised) remains a Level 2 driver-assistance system. The person behind the wheel is responsible for the vehicle at all times, even when the software is steering, braking, and controlling speed.

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4 Cool New Anker Accessories You Should Check Out In 2026 - bgr.com - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:17:00 GMT
4 Cool New Anker Accessories You Should Check Out In 2026 bgr.com
 
Three Games Are Available Today Across Various Tiers Of Xbox Game Pass (August 19) - Pure Xbox - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:05:06 GMT
  1. Three Games Are Available Today Across Various Tiers Of Xbox Game Pass (August 19) Pure Xbox
  2. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Vapor World: Over the Mind, Blood Dungeon, and More XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Game Pass Adds 10 New Games for Late August and September. Time to Resubscribe? PCMag
  4. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Lead Xbox Game Pass’s August 2026 Second Batch CNET
  5. Xbox Game Pass August 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced IGN
 
Reverse-Lookup Service Exposed Millions of Photos of People’s Faces - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The people-search tool ClarityCheck says its reverse image search service is “private and secure”—but it left a database containing more than 9 million image files exposed.
 
Gran Turismo 7 Update Confirmed for August 20: Three Performance Sedans, Caterham Returns - GTPlanet - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:46:15 GMT
  1. Gran Turismo 7 Update Confirmed for August 20: Three Performance Sedans, Caterham Returns GTPlanet
  2. The Gran Turismo 7 August Update: Four New Cars and Three Race Events! gran-turismo.com
  3. A field guide to Gran Turismo 7’s 1.71 update, out today PlayStation.Blog
  4. Gran Turismo 7 update adds 4 new cars, additional events and more KitGuru
  5. GT7 Update 1.71 officially revealed: four new cars and fresh races await PlayFront
 
Hot or Not Built the Internet We’re Still Swiping Through - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:45:00 GMT
The early website Hot or Not taught its users to rank people at scale. Twenty-six years later, dating apps are trying to escape the culture the site helped create.
 
Raspberry Pi gets jiggy with batch CM5 provisioning - The Register - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:42:00 GMT
  1. Raspberry Pi gets jiggy with batch CM5 provisioning The Register
  2. Introducing the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Programming Jig Raspberry Pi
  3. Build your own Raspberry Pi factory Adafruit
  4. Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Programming Jig Launches Phoronix
  5. Raspberry Pi Built A Weird New Jig Tool To Flash Hardware Faster HotHardware
 
iPhone 17 Pro Cases Fit iPhone 18 Pro - Or At Least Otterbox Thinks So - MacRumors - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:39:55 GMT
  1. iPhone 17 Pro Cases Fit iPhone 18 Pro - Or At Least Otterbox Thinks So MacRumors
  2. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Design Is Identical In Size To iPhone 17 Pro, Case-Maker Says Forbes
  3. Otterbox and Astropad think iPhone 17 Pro cases will fit iPhone 18 Pro 9to5Mac
  4. iPhone 17 Pro cases may fit the iPhone 18 Pro - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Cases Hit Store Shelves Before Apple's Launch, But Compatibility Questions Linger finance.biggo.com
 
The Blood of Dawnwalker – save your family while becoming what you hate - The Guardian - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:14:00 GMT
The Blood of Dawnwalker – save your family while becoming what you hate The Guardian
 
Feeling restless? Level up your life by starting a side quest - NPR - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:02:00 GMT
Feeling restless? Level up your life by starting a side quest NPR
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Flock Has a Powerful New AI Tool for Police. We Got Its Code - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Flock’s surveillance cameras have already sparked outrage. WIRED reconstructed its next-generation AI system, already in use by some police, to confirm it goes much further than tracking license plates.
 
Bethesda Artist Says Microsoft’s Xbox Ended a No-Layoff Era, Turning Studio Retirement Dreams into Yearly Job Cuts - Wccftech - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. Bethesda Artist Says Microsoft’s Xbox Ended a No-Layoff Era, Turning Studio Retirement Dreams into Yearly Job Cuts Wccftech
  2. Bethesda game developers push back against layoffs Bethesda Magazine
  3. Bethesda Dev Says Cuts Were Rare Before Xbox Took Over: 'All Of A Sudden We Have Yearly Layoffs' Kotaku
  4. 'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma Game Developer
  5. The Elder Scrolls 6 Demo to Xbox Leadership Included a Giant Inflatable Rat, Placed Outside Bethesda Offices in Protest at Microsoft's Mass Layoffs IGN
 
iPhone Ultra trade-offs: The biggest things you’re not getting versus iPhone 18 Pro - Tom's Guide - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:15:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra trade-offs: The biggest things you’re not getting versus iPhone 18 Pro Tom's Guide
  2. New iPhone Ultra leaks cover release timing, availability, and name 9to5Mac
  3. Apple may finally have a $2,000 reason to enter foldables Yahoo Finance
  4. Apple's iPhone Ultra design keeps getting more and more unconventional Creative Bloq
  5. Are People Really Expecting Apple's First Foldable iPhone Next Month? CNET Readers Chime In CNET
 
Microsoft Links 30+ Rotating Domains to MacSync Stealer Infrastructure - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:01:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Links 30+ Rotating Domains to MacSync Stealer Infrastructure The Hacker News
  2. Hunting MacSync Stealer infrastructure through behavioral pivots Microsoft
  3. Microsoft smothers malware by tracking behavior instead of blocking domains TechRadar
  4. Microsoft Has Found a New Way to Track Hacker Attacks on Users Курс України
  5. MacSync Stealer Hides Behind 30+ Domains While Stealing Passwords and Sensitive Mac Data CyberSecurityNews
 
New GTA 6 gameplay just leaked, and Rockstar can't take it down fast enough - TechSpot Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:39:00 GMT

Two low-resolution clips attributed to an X account calling itself CyberLeek appear to show previously unseen gameplay from GTA 6. Although the footage lasts only a couple of minutes, Take-Two's rapid but ultimately ineffective copyright takedowns suggest the clips are genuine.

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Newegg Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg promo code and discount codes. Save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 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.
 
Wayfair Coupons: Up to 80% Off August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 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.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 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.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Loop Earplugs Discount Codes: 40% Off - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on Loop Earplugs, including Quiet 2 and popular gift sets for improved sleep, focus, and comfort.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
China's HoverAir Versa Uses Modular Components to Get Around the FCC's Foreign Drone Ban - PCMag - Google Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:59:37 GMT
  1. China's HoverAir Versa Uses Modular Components to Get Around the FCC's Foreign Drone Ban PCMag
  2. HoverAir Versa: How this drone dodged the FCC's foreign drone ban Mashable
  3. Does giving a camera wings dodge the FCC’s drone ban? The Verge
  4. World’s First Flying Pocket Camera Quickly Raised Over $230,000 on Indiegogo PetaPixel
  5. Want a DJI Pocket 4 with wings? The world’s first 2-in-1 drone that doubles as a pocket gimbal camera just got FCC approval Yahoo Tech
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
DMAT is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
New Google Ad Shows a Mysterious Wearable. Is It the Next Fitbit? - CNET Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:25:11 GMT
Google hasn’t confirmed the brand-new, unreleased wearable, but it’s fun to speculate anyway.
 
Polaroid Put Pikachu on a $100 Camera Because Nostalgia Works - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:45:15 GMT
Polaroid turned Pikachu, Sylveon and the Poke Ball into instant cameras because slapping Pokemon on things remains an excellent business model.
 
Millions of cars are under recall for catching fire while parked - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:32:00 GMT

In the first seven months of 2026, the NHTSA issued 17 park-outside recall campaigns affecting about 1.7 million vehicles. Eight of those recalls were announced in June and July, including a warning covering 1 million Jeep vehicles with an electrical connection issue involving power-steering pumps.

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MPC-HC is old-school software in the best possible way - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:18:00 GMT
Media Player Classic - Home Cinema is fast, lightweight, and plays virtually anything without unnecessary extras. Its classic interface stays out of the way, while advanced users can fine-tune playback with custom filters, shaders, and renderers such as madVR. MPC-HC is also one of our Essential Apps.
 
Vibes Around GTA VI Continue To Be Rancid As Gameplay Footage Leaks And Fired Devs Ask Fans Not To Boycott - Aftermath - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:04:39 GMT
  1. Vibes Around GTA VI Continue To Be Rancid As Gameplay Footage Leaks And Fired Devs Ask Fans Not To Boycott Aftermath
  2. Fired Rockstar devs discourage GTA6 boycott, U.S. Army offers leave for its launch (with a catch) Massively Overpowered
  3. Prime 1 Studio to open pre-orders for Atreus statue from God of War: Ragnarok on August 20 ixbt.games
  4. Fired Rockstar workers say you shouldn't boycott GTA 6 for them: 'We spent years pouring our hard work, skill, and creativity into making GTA' Yahoo
  5. Chris Roberts explained the reasons for his departure from Rockstar Games after the release Red Dead Redemption GameGPU
 
Fairphone’s Repairable Smartphones Debut in the US With the 6 Plus - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:51:33 GMT
The Fairphone 6 Plus costs $650 and ships with Android 16 as its operating system.
 
"Sabotage": Experts, lawmakers blast RFK Jr. for destroying healthcare research - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:32:46 GMT
US healthcare is broken. Under RFK Jr., the research agency working to fix it is, too.
 
Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:18:13 GMT
Tanks with defensive tech for shooting down drones are still proving vulnerable.
 
Samsung Galaxy owners just got a care and repair hub right in their phone settings - Android Police - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:06:36 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy owners just got a care and repair hub right in their phone settings Android Police
  2. ‘Warranty and care’ Menu Simplifies Device Care for New Foldables samsung.com
  3. Samsung just fixed the most annoying part about owning a Galaxy phone PhoneArena
  4. Samsung just made dealing with device repairs way easier on Galaxy phones Android Central
  5. One UI 9's new Warranty hub means no more hunting for repair receipts Android Authority
 
American Humanoid Robot Launches For Just $1,688, Delivery This Fall, Made In San Francisco - Forbes - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:04:01 GMT
American Humanoid Robot Launches For Just $1,688, Delivery This Fall, Made In San Francisco Forbes
 
Porsche’s New Limited-Run 911 Honors the World’s Most Notorious Car Proving Ground - Gear Patrol - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:31:08 GMT
  1. Porsche’s New Limited-Run 911 Honors the World’s Most Notorious Car Proving Ground Gear Patrol
  2. Porsche Just Unveiled a 1-of-100 911 GT3 Inspired by Nürburgring Robb Report
  3. Porsche Design Chronograph 1 Limited-Edition Watch Celebrates 100 Years Of Nürburgring AugustMan Singapore
  4. Porsche pays tribute to 100 years of the Nürburgring with a market edition 911 GT3 Porsche Newsroom
  5. Only 100 Will Exist: Meet The Nürburgring-Born Porsche 911 GT3 Motor1.com
 
ChatGPT Launches a Version of Its Model for Teens - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:28:14 GMT
The rollout raises questions about whether teenagers should be using chatbots at all.
 
Squeeze More Juice Out of Your Dead Batteries—Using Physics - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:11:03 GMT
How the joule thief circuit “steals” energy from seemingly depleted power cells.
 
4 Reasons To Skip The iPhone 18 (And Why You Should Upgrade To iPhone 17 Now) - bgr.com - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:51:17 GMT
  1. 4 Reasons To Skip The iPhone 18 (And Why You Should Upgrade To iPhone 17 Now) bgr.com
  2. US Stock Market Moves | Apple (AAPL.US) Rises Nearly 2% as iPhone 17 Series Prices Could Increase by Up to 1,000 Yuan Moomoo
  3. iPhone 17 Pro Max Price Slashed Ahead Of iPhone 18 Release Forbes
  4. Why the iPhone 18 Pro might be worth skipping this year Macworld
  5. Ross Gerber Says 'Now Is a Good Time' to Buy iPhone 17 as Apple Prepares for Potential Price Hike With Next Model: 'If You're Looking…' Yahoo Finance
 
Gemini in Chrome Is Now Available for Android Users - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:38:33 GMT
AI Pro and Ultra subscribers will also have access to Google’s agentic AI auto browsing feature.
 
Spotify's Running Mode Is Now Available On Android - Engadget - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:36:58 GMT
  1. Spotify's Running Mode Is Now Available On Android Engadget
  2. How to Get the Most Out of Running Mode Spotify — For the Record
  3. Spotify’s new Running Mode takes workout playlists to another level Digital Trends
  4. Spotify rolling out 'User Notes' and 'Running Mode' features on Android – here's what they do 9to5Google
  5. Spotify Running Mode expands to Android with new insights into how runners listen RouteNote
 
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Lead Xbox Game Pass’s August 2026 Second Batch - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:27:14 GMT
The second half of Game Pass’s August 2026 lineup is mostly lesser-known and upcoming titles, but maybe you’ll find a game here to get excited about.
 
Against all odds, SpaceX finally tugs Starship into port after 24 days at sea - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:01:09 GMT
"A team of SpaceX engineers is on their way to conduct additional analysis on the vehicle."
 
Garmin Watches Are Up to $250 Off Right Now On Amazon (2026) - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:42:17 GMT
Save $250 off the Garmin Fenix 8, plus discounts on other popular fitness trackers from the brand.
 
OpenAI Overhauls Safety Protocols After Its AI Agents Went Rogue - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:33:11 GMT
The ChatGPT maker says its upcoming Astra model may have reached “critical” cyber capabilities, prompting it to halt a significant number of training runs while it tightens internal safeguards.
 
AI data center boom pushes Caterpillar, Ford, and other US firms into new businesses - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:27:00 GMT

Caterpillar is the world's largest construction equipment manufacturer, ahead of rivals Komatsu, Volvo CE, Hitachi, and JCB. However, its engine and turbine sales surpassed its construction equipment revenue for the first time last year, as AI data centers turn to jet engines and diesel generators for power.

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Disney sues FCC and its chair, escalating fight against Trump's chief censor - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:11:26 GMT
FCC demands "total capitulation" in Trump censorship campaign, Disney suit says.
 
NBA 2K27 Just Rewrote The Sports Game Story Mode - GameSpot - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. NBA 2K27 Just Rewrote The Sports Game Story Mode GameSpot
  2. NBA® 2K27 MyCAREER Adds Five Playable Eras, an Expansive New Story, and First-Ever Co-Op Play 2K Newsroom
  3. New NBA 2K27 gameplay details on The City, co-op, MyNBA eras, and more PlayStation.Blog
  4. NBA 2K27 Announces New Gameplay Features in Videos from Global Game Reveal Bleacher Report
  5. NBA 2K27 just gave Cavaliers fans a chance to rewrite LeBron's story King James Gospel
 
European Central Bank warns AI bubble burst could trigger systemic fallout - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:44:00 GMT

The European Central Bank recently published a new blog post by five economists and researchers, arguing that the current "AI boom" will likely leave room for a significant correction in financial markets. The AI bubble is not just engulfing Wall Street and the "Magnificent Seven" stocks, the bank said, as...

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12 Tips To Know Before You Start Playing Mortal Shell 2 - Kotaku - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:10:29 GMT
  1. 12 Tips To Know Before You Start Playing Mortal Shell 2 Kotaku
  2. Mortal Shell II & The Sinking City 2 Launch This Week With DLSS NVIDIA
  3. Mortal Shell 2’s Expansion into a Large Scale Action-RPG Is Mostly Successful, and All of Its New Ideas Are Great Ones. IGN
  4. Mortal Shell II Advanced Access Sees 20,000 Concurrent Players Ahead of Launch TechPowerUp
  5. 9 Brutal Games to Play if You Like Mortal Shell 2 IMDb
 
Fairphone brings its $649 repairable Gen 6+ smartphone to the US - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:01:00 GMT

The Fairphone (Gen. 6+) is billed as the company's first device to feature 12GB of RAM, and comes at a time when manufacturers are more conscious than ever about the amount of memory they are stuffing into their devices due to AI-driven shortages. The handset is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon...

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Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4's PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch - Nintendo Everything - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:49:32 GMT
  1. Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4's PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  2. METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol. 2 on Switch & Switch 2 appears to remove PS3 references GoNintendo
  3. Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2's remastered trophy lists revealed TrueTrophies
  4. Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 Download Size Revealed TwistedVoxel
  5. Metal Gear Solid 4 Lost PlayStation 3. Konami Changed the Switch Version ixbt.games
 
Peacock raises prices by 18 percent after becoming profitable - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:42:30 GMT
Peacock's quarterly profitability isn't guaranteed.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
The United States is about to wake up to the threat from China's space program - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:30:07 GMT
One big question: Will China assert territorial rights where its rover explores?
 
iRacing Arcade coming to PS5, Xbox Series on August 21 - Gematsu - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:25:00 GMT
  1. iRacing Arcade coming to PS5, Xbox Series on August 21 Gematsu
  2. iRacing Arcade arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S this week Traxion.GG
  3. iRacing Arcade is Coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox on August 21! - iRacing.com | iRacing.com Motorsport Simulations iRacing.com
  4. iRacing Arcade launches August 21 for consoles, PC gets major update gamingnexus.com
  5. iRacing Arcade races onto PS5 and Xbox this week GamesHub
 
Fairphone's latest repairable phone is finally available in the US for $650 - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:05:00 GMT
Fairphone sells components like the USB port and screen, all swappable with a single torx driver.
 
Win an Apple Watch – Round 3 of CNET’s Guessing Game Is Live Now - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:57 GMT
How many iPhones are coming out in September? If your Apple predictions are on point, you could walk away with the latest Apple Watch.
 
No Man's Sky made free on Nintendo Switch for a limited-time - GAMINGbible - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:00:01 GMT
  1. No Man's Sky made free on Nintendo Switch for a limited-time GAMINGbible
  2. No Man's Sky is Europe's latest Switch Online Free Game Trial GoNintendo
  3. 2016 Nintendo Switch Game Free With Switch Online for Limited Time ComicBook.com
  4. Embark On An Epic Voyage With The Latest Switch Online Game Trial (Europe) Nintendo Life
  5. No Man’s Sky Goes Free On Nintendo Switch 2 For One Week Only eGamers.io
 
Ford hopes this Hypercar will be its next Le Mans winner - ArsTechnica Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:52:50 GMT
The American automaker returns to the top category of endurance racing next year.
 
Viral Disneyland Content Creator Defends Her ‘Special Friendship’ With Peter Pan - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:50:29 GMT
Disney superfan Toni Kulusich has been accused of stalking her favorite character, sparking discourse about boundaries with park actors. She tells WIRED the backlash is unfair.
 
Anthea Coster awarded International Union of Radio Science Appleton Prize - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:35:00 GMT
The MIT Haystack Observatory principal research scientist is honored for lifetime contributions to ionospheric research.
 
Meta goes to trial over Facebook and Instagram's impact on young users - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:33:00 GMT

The case, which will be heard in federal court in Oakland, California, could put some of Meta's most familiar platform features under scrutiny. The states suing the company are seeking changes to infinite scrolling, recommendation systems, autoplay, like counts, appearance-altering filters, and disappearing posts for younger users.

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‘Dead’ Destiny 2’s Playercount Now Matches ‘ARC Raiders’ - Forbes - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:16:16 GMT
‘Dead’ Destiny 2’s Playercount Now Matches ‘ARC Raiders’ Forbes
 
The Sinking City 2 ditches the thinky stuff for classic survival horror, but I'm yet to decide if it's truly better for it - Eurogamer - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:08:13 GMT
  1. The Sinking City 2 ditches the thinky stuff for classic survival horror, but I'm yet to decide if it's truly better for it Eurogamer
  2. Meet the Lovecraftian monstrosities of The Sinking City 2, out today on PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The Sinking City 2 review – Ukrainian cosmic horror, come hell or high water The Guardian
  4. How The Sinking City 2 Shifts to Survival Horror While Keeping Its Investigation Roots XBOX Wire
  5. The Sinking City 2 PC Performance Analysis DSOGaming
 
Pokémon × Polaroid Special Edition Range Cameras Are Coming Soon - Pokemon.com - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:03:27 GMT
  1. Pokémon × Polaroid Special Edition Range Cameras Are Coming Soon Pokemon.com
  2. Polaroid Gives Pokémon the Instant Camera Treatment Design Milk
  3. Polaroid’s new Pokémon collection captures memories, not Pikachus The Verge
  4. Polaroid Put Pikachu on a $100 Camera Because Nostalgia Works CNET
  5. Pokemon announces Polaroid collab, Pikachu-themed instant cameras KGW
 
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate DLC character Slash now available alongside ‘King’s Gambit’ update - Gematsu - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:00:50 GMT
  1. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate DLC character Slash now available alongside ‘King’s Gambit’ update Gematsu
  2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Brawler Adds New Playable Character in Huge Update VICE
  3. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Finally Adds The Rat King, Slash and more Console Creatures
  4. TMNT: Splintered Fate drops King’s Gambit update Nerdvana Media
  5. TMNT: Splintered Fate’s Biggest Update Yet Finishes The Story And Adds Slash GameSpace.com
 
Sony still hasn't decided when the PlayStation 6 will launch - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:56:00 GMT

Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki recently told The Wall Street Journal that the company has yet to nail down the PlayStation 6's launch date. While trusted leakers have painted a fairly clear picture of the upcoming console's capabilities, Sony – and Microsoft, for that matter – are likely still determining how...

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Meta Ran Ads for an App That Promised to Nudify Female Politicians - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:45:33 GMT
One advertisement featured a pornographic video with a deepfake closely resembling a prominent US politician. Apple removed the app from the App Store after an inquiry from WIRED.
 
Don’t Wait for iOS 27, Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:34:00 GMT
Do yourself, and your device, a favor and download the latest iOS update to fix these bugs and others.
 
Hackers Tricked a Major Retailer’s AI Shopping Bot to Do Something It Was Never Supposed To - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:19:53 GMT
At the cybersecurity conference Black Hat, researchers showed how an AI assistant at one of America’s largest retailers could be tricked into following hidden instructions and exposing sensitive system information.
 
China pulls the plug on Windows 10 for government machines months ahead of schedule - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:14:00 GMT

Bloomberg reports that China's Ministry of State Security recently issued the instruction to affected organizations. C&M Information Technologies, the developer of the special operating system, had planned to retire it in February 2027.

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Intel says Nova Lake, its next major CPU architecture, is coming to desktop PCs before servers - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:42:00 GMT

Robert Hallock, an Intel vice president, made the point in a recent conversation with Tom's Hardware. He did not name the product, but his comments appeared to refer to Nova Lake, Intel's upcoming processor family.

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Shark’s Answer to the PencilWash Has an Extendable Wand to Clean Tight Spots - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The AquaReach may solve the trade-off between cleaning and portability for wet-dry vacs.
 
This website lets you check if your license plate was ever searched on Flock's cameras - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

HaveIBeenFlocked.com allows users to search license plates to see whether authorities or others with access to Flock's camera network have searched for the same plates. The site is part of a growing network of online resources that track and report on what growing numbers of Americans call a surveillance state....

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Can the Upcoming ‘Expanse’ Game Avoid the Biggest Mistake of ‘Mass Effect’? - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The universe may never tell you if your choices mattered. Owlcat’s Osiris Reborn might not either.
 
Unitree shows off new Superman robot that it says can outrun Usain Bolt and jump 6.5 feet - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:37:00 GMT

Unitree claims the prototype, which has 0.85-meter-long (2.7-foot) legs, can clear a 2-meter (6.5-foot) standing high jump and reach 12.66 meters per second. That narrowly exceeds the widely cited 12.42 m/s peak Bolt hit during his world-record 9.58-second 100-meter run in Berlin in 2009.

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Better founder who fired 900 employees over Zoom is now fighting to get his own job back - TechSpot Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

Garg was replaced earlier this month by Daniel Lewis, a hedge fund manager who joined Better's board on July 27. Garg said Lewis had been advising him for about six months before taking the board seat, offering ideas on cost reductions and profitability.

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'No Disc No Buy' Comments Dominate Sony's Phantom Blade Zero State of Play Livestream, as Planned PlayStation Boycott Nears - IGN - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:36:50 GMT
  1. 'No Disc No Buy' Comments Dominate Sony's Phantom Blade Zero State of Play Livestream, as Planned PlayStation Boycott Nears IGN
  2. Phantom Blade Zero State of Play dives deep into combat and the Wulin world PlayStation.Blog
  3. 2026’s Best Action Game Is Already Clear, Even If It Still Hasn’t Released ComicBook.com
  4. Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs Stay Modest, yet an RTX 5080 is the Price of Full Path Tracing at 4K@60FPS Wccftech
  5. When Is the Phantom Blade Zero Demo Release Date on PS5? VICE
 
Halo: Campaign Evolved patch kills LASO achievement glitch, but it may still work in co-op - TrueAchievements - Google Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:09:35 GMT
  1. Halo: Campaign Evolved patch kills LASO achievement glitch, but it may still work in co-op TrueAchievements
  2. August Update: New Video Settings, Free Armor Styles, and More Halo Waypoint
  3. Halo Campaign Evolved receives HUGE graphical upgrade OC3D
  4. The new patch for Halo: Campaign Evolved lets you disable chromatic aberration and film grain Instant Gaming News
  5. Halo: Campaign Evolved Gets a New Patch, Which Brings In New Video Settings, Changes to Weapons, and More IGN India
 
I Put the Best Digital Notebooks to the Test. Here Are My Favorites (2026) - Wired Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:08:00 GMT
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Q&A: Rethinking how innovation happens - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
In his latest book, Professor Eugene Fitzgerald examines the forces that turn breakthroughs into value — and why innovation resists simple formulas.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
I Used This Phone Add-On to Find Hidden Cameras, Leaks and More in My Home - CNET Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A single phone attachment changed the way I see my home, and it could help you on vacation, too.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
What to Know About Anthropic’s New Claude Watermarking on AI-Generated Text and Files - CNET Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:35:09 GMT
Watermarks are invisible signatures that prove where a piece of content originated from.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 GMT
“GeoPT” helps AI models understand the basics of physics so they can simulate how objects respond to things like wind and water more efficiently and accurately.
 
High-orbit satellites could light the way for travel to the moon - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Acting as cooperative optical beacons, the satellites could provide GPS-like navigation and communications support for spacecraft operating across cislunar space.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Video Found in MacOS Shows Apple’s Rumored Camera-Equipped AirPods in Action - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:35:18 GMT
The video file was reportedly found in the MacOS 26.7 release candidate.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Are People Really Expecting Apple’s First Foldable iPhone Next Month? CNET Readers Chime In - CNET Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:30:38 GMT
Many want a cheaper iPhone but the Apple’s rumored foldable phone could cost over $2,000.
 
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.
 
Enable This Feature and Your iPhone Will Reprimand You if Your Lens Is Dirty - CNET Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:00:06 GMT
Your iPhone’s not angry when your lens is dirty, it’s just disappointed.
 
Using Tap Water, Buying Beans In Bulk and More Coffee Mistakes You’re Making - CNET Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:31:49 GMT
Overwashing, underfiltering and more brewing blunders that could be tainting your morning cup.