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Vitamin C 101: Dermatologist-Recommended Products From Cetaphil, Medicube, More - TODAY.com - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:13:03 GMT
  1. Vitamin C 101: Dermatologist-Recommended Products From Cetaphil, Medicube, More TODAY.com
  2. The Best Vitamin C Serums in 2026: To Brighten Skin and Boost Collagen Fortune
  3. Dark Spots, Dullness and Uneven Tone? This Vitamin C Serum Solves All Three — Without Irritating Skin AOL.com
  4. Before you buy: From ingredients to skin type, here’s what to check before choosing a skincare serum Hindustan Times
  5. Face serums for men to brighten, hydrate and revive tired skin GQ India
 
OpenAI says its ad business has hit $1B in annualized revenue run rate and is expanding globally, as it touts its "diversified business model" ahead of an IPO (Ashley Capoot/CNBC) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:12:08 GMT

Ashley Capoot / CNBC:
OpenAI says its ad business has hit $1B in annualized revenue run rate and is expanding globally, as it touts its “diversified business model” ahead of an IPO — OpenAI on Monday announced that its advertising business has hit $1 billion in annualized revenue run rate …

 
Nvidia plans to invest $3.5B into MediaTek through convertible bonds; MediaTek forecasts AI chip revenue of about $2B this year (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:47:42 GMT

Bloomberg:
Nvidia plans to invest $3.5B into MediaTek through convertible bonds; MediaTek forecasts AI chip revenue of about $2B this year — Nvidia Corp. is investing $3.5 billion into MediaTek Inc., deepening collaboration with the Taiwanese chipmaker at a time when it's working to persuade …

 
Man uses robot vacuum to catch cheating wife, wins $16,000 affair case, then gets jailed for secretly filming her - TechSpot Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

The man in Taiwan used the robot vacuum to gather evidence of his wife's extramarital affair for a civil lawsuit against her, writes the South China Morning Post.

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Filing: Tencent-backed AI chipmaker Enflame prices its Shanghai IPO at ~$21 per share, aiming to sell 43M shares and raise ~$911M (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:20:41 GMT

Bloomberg:
Filing: Tencent-backed AI chipmaker Enflame prices its Shanghai IPO at ~$21 per share, aiming to sell 43M shares and raise ~$911M — Shanghai Enflame Technology Co., backed by Tencent Holdings Ltd., is seeking to raise about 6.12 billion yuan ($911 million) in an initial public offering …

 
State of Play Confirmed for 3rd September, State of Play Japan Show Straight After - Push Square - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:14:28 GMT
  1. State of Play Confirmed for 3rd September, State of Play Japan Show Straight After Push Square
  2. State of Play & State of Play Japan return on September 3 PlayStation.Blog
  3. The next PlayStation State of Play event will bring an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation on September 3rd. The Verge
  4. Sony Gets Fans Hopes Up With September 2026 State Of Play Kotaku
  5. PlayStation's State of Play returns this week with a doubleheader Polygon.com
 
A Chinese court froze up to $300M of assets held by Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, giving its Chinese parent company Wingtech leverage in its bid to regain control (Eduardo Baptista/Reuters) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:05:35 GMT

Eduardo Baptista / Reuters:
A Chinese court froze up to $300M of assets held by Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, giving its Chinese parent company Wingtech leverage in its bid to regain control — A Chinese court has frozen up to 2.14 billion yuan ($300 million) of assets held by Dutch chipmaker Nexperia and its equipment arm …

 
Federal appeals court rules Kalshi's sports prediction markets are gambling - TechSpot Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found that Kalshi's sports contracts amount to sports betting, even though the company offers them through a federally regulated exchange. The decision could have implications well beyond Nevada, particularly in states that have been trying to limit or block sports-related prediction markets.

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Does turning off Bluetooth actually make Wi-Fi better? - Engadget Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Does turning off Bluetooth actually make Wi-Fi better?
 
Just How Water-Resistant Is Apple’s iPhone? I Tested It in My Swimming Pool - CNET Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Take a look back at Apple’s first water-resistant iPhone and how we made it Jacques Cousteau for a day with our underwater tests.
 
September’s Miniature of the Month and Collectible Coin revealed - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:58:25 GMT
September’s Miniature of the Month and Collectible Coin revealed Warhammer Community
 
Huawei reports H1 2026 revenue up 10% YoY to ~$69.57B, with net income down 36% to $3.54B; it is now the top smartphone brand in China with a 20%+ market share (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:55:03 GMT

Bloomberg:
Huawei reports H1 2026 revenue up 10% YoY to ~$69.57B, with net income down 36% to $3.54B; it is now the top smartphone brand in China with a 20%+ market share — Huawei Technologies Co. posted a deep profit decline after the Chinese tech champion grappled with rising memory costs and poured more resources into semiconductor research.

 
Z.ai reports H1 2026 revenue up 400% to ~$142M, below its $200M projection; Z.ai's market value surged 800% since its January listing, peaking at $137B (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:45:05 GMT

Bloomberg:
Z.ai reports H1 2026 revenue up 400% to ~$142M, below its $200M projection; Z.ai's market value surged 800% since its January listing, peaking at $137B — Z.AI Co. grew revenue far less than anticipated while its losses persisted, highlighting the mounting cost of fighting the likes of Moonshot …

 
Activision posts video showing Call of Duty cheat seller getting served at his home - TechSpot Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

In the one-minute video, posted to the official Call of Duty account, a legal representative films himself arriving at Elocarry's house in Ohio with the cease-and-desist paperwork.

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Digital “Film” For Your Pi Camera - Hack a Day Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:57 GMT
The formula of a Raspberry Pi camera is such that it’s almost a self-assembly kit of parts. Over the years we’ve seen a lot of attempts to make one that’s …read more
 
The Hugging Face and Mythos 5 incidents show AI agents can self-organize, raising questions about how much agency they should have and when to seek human input (Ethan Mollick/One Useful Thing) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:01 GMT

Ethan Mollick / One Useful Thing:
The Hugging Face and Mythos 5 incidents show AI agents can self-organize, raising questions about how much agency they should have and when to seek human input — From the Hugging Face Incident to Twilight Factories — Agency is the initiative to act. Increasingly, it is going to determine …

 
Why Food Keeps Making Everybody Sick This Summer - Wired Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
While Trump administration cuts have contributed to the epidemic of foodborne illnesses this summer, there are also deeper issues that make the American food supply chain susceptible to parasites and bacteria outbreaks.
 
Amazon makes Alexa+ free on compatible Fire TVs - Fox News - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:51:18 GMT
  1. Amazon makes Alexa+ free on compatible Fire TVs Fox News
  2. Alexa+ vs Siri AI vs Gemini: £19.99 vs $1B Deal [2026] tech-insider.org
  3. Free AI-Powered Voice Assistants: Amazon Has Rolled Out Alexa+ On Its Fire TV Hardware Trend Hunter
  4. Amazon unleashes £20 upgrade to millions of Fire TV users for FREE, but Britons miss out for now GB News
 
The EU designates ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox as very large online platforms after each hit 45M monthly users in the bloc, opening them up to more DSA scrutiny (Gian Volpicelli/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:40:01 GMT

Gian Volpicelli / Bloomberg:
The EU designates ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox as very large online platforms after each hit 45M monthly users in the bloc, opening them up to more DSA scrutiny — ChatGPT, Reddit Inc. and video game company Roblox Corp. will face stricter European Union scrutiny after surpassing a threshold of 45 million monthly users in the bloc.

 
Sources: Google approached Disney, Universal, and other studios to license characters and films for its AI tools, but legal and union concerns stalled deals (Wendy Lee/Los Angeles Times) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:30:01 GMT

Wendy Lee / Los Angeles Times:
Sources: Google approached Disney, Universal, and other studios to license characters and films for its AI tools, but legal and union concerns stalled deals — - Google is quietly courting Disney, Universal, Warner Bros. Discovery and other studios to license characters and film libraries for its AI tools …

 
You Know Who Really Hates AI? Insurance Claims Adjusters - Wired Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Of the Glassdoor reviews from claims adjusters that mentioned AI, a staggering 98 percent were negative. “AI is just a tool,” one person tells WIRED. “It should never be given the keys.”
 
Graphics Card Prices Are Rising Fast (Again), and GeForce Is Taking the Biggest Hit - TechSpot Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:16:00 GMT
GPU prices are rising sharply again, with GeForce cards taking the biggest hit. We tracked prices across 10 countries to see which GPUs are getting more expensive and where value remains, if any.
 
The Witcher 4 already runs on all target platforms - CD Projekt Red not taking any chances after Cyberpunk 2077 - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:10:17 GMT
  1. The Witcher 4 already runs on all target platforms - CD Projekt Red not taking any chances after Cyberpunk 2077 Eurogamer.net
  2. CD Projekt Red has The Witcher 4 running on all target platforms after Cyberpunk 2077 lesson Game Developer
  3. The Witcher 4 will have a physical edition in 2028, but whether it has a disc is up to Sony TweakTown
  4. The Witcher 4 Will Have a Physical Edition, But With No Disc Inside TechPowerUp
  5. The Witcher 4 Development Is Halted If Any Console Fails, As CD Projekt Red Locks In Strict Platform Checkmarks Wccftech
 
Pocket's AI made my game ideas real. Now Meta controls the results. - ArsTechnica Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:34 GMT
Interactive mobile "gizmos" are easy to make, hard to share outside Meta's platform.
 
Pocket’s AI made my game ideas real. Now Meta controls the results. - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:34 GMT
Pocket’s AI made my game ideas real. Now Meta controls the results. Ars Technica
 
'Literally Play It Forever' - Playground Games Confirms Fable Will Take 20 hours To Beat - Pure Xbox - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. 'Literally Play It Forever' - Playground Games Confirms Fable Will Take 20 hours To Beat Pure Xbox
  2. Fable Will Officially Be 20 Hours Long, Xbox Confirms In New Interview Polygon.com
  3. Fable Gets Forgiving PC Minimum Hardware Requirements and Potential 60 FPS Cap TechPowerUp
  4. You'll need a GeForce RTX 5080 to get Fable to look like its recent 4K gameplay deep dive TweakTown
  5. Playground Confirms It Will Take Around 20 Hours to Beat Fable's Main Quest, Another 20 for Side Content ign.com
 
The 9 Best MagSafe Phone Grips for Your Butter Fingers (2026) - Wired Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Keep your phone firmly in hand and add some personality with these comfortable, durable, and nifty smartphone grips.
 
ATM Flaws Reveal Key Weaknesses in the Software Supply Chain - Wired Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A security researcher discovered nine vulnerabilities impacting ATM encryption and authentication software. But the problems extend far beyond your local cash machine.
 
Bank of England Governor warns that advanced AI could destabilize the highly interconnected global financial system via cyber disruption across jurisdictions (Simon Goodley/The Guardian) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:45:01 GMT

Simon Goodley / The Guardian:
Bank of England Governor warns that advanced AI could destabilize the highly interconnected global financial system via cyber disruption across jurisdictions — Andrew Bailey warns group about risk of advanced ‘frontier models’ destabilising the ‘highly interconnected’ financial system

 
Valve suffers massive 12TB leak, revealing a decade of Steam game files - Mashable - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:38:02 GMT
  1. Valve suffers massive 12TB leak, revealing a decade of Steam game files Mashable
  2. Massive 12TB Steam leak reveals decades of unreleased games — archived files include unseen Half-Life 2: Episode 3 builds and assets Tom's Hardware
  3. 12 TB Valve Archive Leaks Online, Fans Dig Through Early Portal 2 and Half-Life Clues TechPowerUp
  4. 12 TB of Valve's Old Game Builds Reportedly Appeared Online 80 Level
  5. 12TB of Steam Files Leak as a Decade’s Worth of First- and Third-Party Game Data Is Exposed ign.com
 
Apple Reportedly Considered Going Full Palm Pilot With Its Foldable iPhone - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:30:15 GMT
  1. Apple Reportedly Considered Going Full Palm Pilot With Its Foldable iPhone Gizmodo
  2. Secret iPhone Ultra weapon could end the Fold 8's victory lap PhoneArena
  3. Apple Pencil for iPhone Ultra Was Tested MacRumors
  4. Apple Prototyped A Stylus For The Foldable iPhone That We May Never See Engadget
  5. Here’s the likely reason the iPhone Ultra isn’t getting an Apple Pencil 9to5Mac
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta Steam numbers haven't budged in the second weekend, despite Warzone's arrival and transformative patch - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:35:55 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta Steam numbers haven't budged in the second weekend, despite Warzone's arrival and transformative patch Eurogamer.net
  2. Best M4 Loadout and Build ign.com
  3. Best MW4 Warzone beta PC graphics settings Dot Esports
  4. Modern Warfare 4 Adds Tactical Sprint to Blood Rush Insider Gaming
  5. It's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Weekend: Here's How to Join PCMag
 
Microsoft asks users to ignore 'Antivirus is turned off' errors - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:29:42 GMT
  1. Microsoft asks users to ignore 'Antivirus is turned off' errors BleepingComputer
  2. Windows 11 is warning people that Defender Antivirus has been turned off, but don't worry, says Microsoft XDA
  3. Microsoft Confirms Windows Update Mistake—‘Turn On Virus Protection’ Forbes
  4. Microsoft says to ignore ‘Microsoft Defender Antivirus is turned off’ warnings BetaNews
  5. Windows Update Side Effects: Mouse Problems and False Anti-Malware Warnings heise online
 
Your Pixel's built-in PA system is finally easy to find in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 - Android Authority - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:29:00 GMT
  1. Your Pixel's built-in PA system is finally easy to find in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 Android Authority
  2. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. You'll have more control over your Pixel's status bar before the end of the year PhoneArena
  4. Google Just Added Status Bar Settings to Android 17 Droid Life
  5. Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 gives your status bar more breathing space Android Authority
 
A look at Pangram, the AI detector at the center of disputed accusations against writers, including a pulled novel and a Commonwealth Prize-winning short story (Elaine Moore/Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:10:01 GMT

Elaine Moore / Financial Times:
A look at Pangram, the AI detector at the center of disputed accusations against writers, including a pulled novel and a Commonwealth Prize-winning short story — Detection software offers quick answers, but the risk of false positives and the stigma of being accused are leading to societal mistrust in the written word.

 
A Flip Disc Display That Does It Slow And Steady - Hack a Day Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:00:34 GMT
Flip disc displays can be quite a task to drive, what with having some sort of actuator mechanism for each and every dot in the display. [Zimm] has built an …read more
 
Interactive | Why AI can’t beat humans at setting puzzles yet - The Indian Express - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:21:00 GMT
Interactive | Why AI can’t beat humans at setting puzzles yet The Indian Express
 
Big Tech reported Q2 "other income" rose significantly to $160B+, driven by investments in AI companies, raising concerns of paper gains overstating the AI boom (Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:20:14 GMT

Financial Times:
Big Tech reported Q2 “other income” rose significantly to $160B+, driven by investments in AI companies, raising concerns of paper gains overstating the AI boom — Analysts say large paper windfalls on investments in OpenAI, Anthropic and SpaceX have muddied the tech sector's earnings metrics

 
Sources: OpenAI starts letting some major customers pay only when its AI completes tasks, as Salesforce and other AI providers test outcome-based pricing (The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:35:15 GMT

The Information:
Sources: OpenAI starts letting some major customers pay only when its AI completes tasks, as Salesforce and other AI providers test outcome-based pricing — OpenAI in recent months has started giving some major customers the option of paying only when its AI completes tasks …

 
OpenClaw releases OpenClaw 2.0, its largest update to date built by 933 contributors, with a simplified installation process, a rebuilt browser app, and more (Hannes Rudolph/OpenClaw Blog) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:25:01 GMT

Hannes Rudolph / OpenClaw Blog:
OpenClaw releases OpenClaw 2.0, its largest update to date built by 933 contributors, with a simplified installation process, a rebuilt browser app, and more — How a push for simpler setup and a first-class browser experience grew into OpenClaw 2.0. — Today we released by far the largest update in the history of OpenClaw.

 
Making a Robot to Serve Some Mean Badminton Shuttlecocks - Hack a Day Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:00:50 GMT
Sometimes regarded as a less violent form of tennis, badminton is still a pretty challenging sport. One which suffers like so many sports from requiring at least two players since …read more
 
IPO documents: SoftBank's SB Energy plans to file for an IPO as soon as this week, aiming to raise $5B to $7B, and has awarded OpenAI warrants worth ~$5.5B (Anissa Gardizy/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:50:09 GMT

Anissa Gardizy / Wall Street Journal:
IPO documents: SoftBank's SB Energy plans to file for an IPO as soon as this week, aiming to raise $5B to $7B, and has awarded OpenAI warrants worth ~$5.5B — SB Energy's agreement deepens its financial ties with the artificial-intelligence company in an effort to build out projects

 
How an MIT research project became a global programming language - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
With millions of users across the world, Julia has been used to conduct cutting-edge research and to design new drugs, jet engines, heat pumps, and more.
 
Get Your Monitor Transmitting VHF with a Browser Tool - Hack a Day Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:00:47 GMT
If you’re intending to transmit on the VHF band, you’re probably going to reach for a handheld or some kind of rackmount rig in your ham shack. But you needn’t …read more
 
10 Practical Camping Gadgets Worth Buying From Tractor Supply - SlashGear - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT
10 Practical Camping Gadgets Worth Buying From Tractor Supply SlashGear
 
The 19 most exciting video game releases of September 2026 - Metro.co.uk - Google Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT
  1. The 19 most exciting video game releases of September 2026 Metro.co.uk
  2. Gems, ghosts and GTA VI: the biggest video games for autumn 2026 The Guardian
  3. October 2026 Has Way Too Many Games Trying to Escape GTA 6 Polygon.com
  4. PS5 Gamers: Your Wallet Isn't Ready for the 14 Big Games Releasing in September OpenCritic
  5. The Top 10 Video Games Releasing in September 2026 Men's Journal
 
Why is the GameCube controller so loved by gamers? - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT
People still swear by this quirky controller, leading to Nintendo supporting it for 25 years and counting.
 
Hackaday Links: August 30, 2026 - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:00:32 GMT
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The big news today is, of course, the successful launch and deployment of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope earlier this morning. The space agency’s latest observatory lifted off at …read more
 
How To Improve Your Audio Quality On Apple CarPlay - Engadget - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
How To Improve Your Audio Quality On Apple CarPlay Engadget
 
How to improve your audio quality on Apple CarPlay - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Apple CarPlay can sound great, but you have to make sure you're sending it high-quality audio. A few quick checks can boost your audio enjoyment on the road.
 
How to soft and hard reset your iPhone - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Is your iPhone acting up? Let's walk through the different kinds of resets, what they do and how to perform them.
 
'They're Out of Their Minds' — Michael Actor Defends Rockstar After Doubters Say GTA 6 Looks Too Much Like GTA 5 - ign.com - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:08:18 GMT
'They're Out of Their Minds' — Michael Actor Defends Rockstar After Doubters Say GTA 6 Looks Too Much Like GTA 5 ign.com
 
GTA VI Extended Gameplay Preview Attracted Over 4 Million Live Viewers - TechPowerUp - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:02:27 GMT
  1. GTA VI Extended Gameplay Preview Attracted Over 4 Million Live Viewers TechPowerUp
  2. The Grand Ambitions of Grand Theft Auto VI The New York Times
  3. We Saw More of GTA 6, and Rockstar’s New Open World Feels Less Like a Game and More Like a Place ign.com
  4. GTAVI: An exclusive deep dive into the video game of the decade Dazed
  5. GTA VI Will Finally Let You Role Play in Traffic, Blinkers and All Car and Driver
 
Getting an 'iPhone Unavailable' message? Here's how to fix it - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
If you're having trouble getting into your iPhone, you'll need your old passcode or Apple Account password.
 
A 12TB Steam “teraleak” spills more than a decade of lost PC gaming history - ArsTechnica Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:40:56 GMT
Cut content from Portal 2, hints of Half Life 2: Episode 3, and so much more.
 
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule - Forbes - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:01:00 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule Forbes
  2. Apple to launch next iPhone on September 9 in first major event under new CEO Ternus Reuters
  3. iPhone, Home, iPad mini : Apple's launches for September and October AppleInsider
  4. iPhone Ultra vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — here's the flagship foldable I'd recommend Tom's Guide
  5. iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders might start later than usual this year Macworld
 
Dissecting a Lethal Universal Travel Adapter - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:00:16 GMT
The world’s refusal to standardize on a single type of mains power outlet has led to a vibrant market of so-called travel adapters, all of which try to outdo each …read more
 
How to improve your audio quality on Android Auto - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
If the sound you're getting through Android Auto is disappointing, there are several components and settings you should check.
 
Your ChatGPT conversations could end up in court, and they're not protected - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:36:00 GMT

ChatGPT and similar tools are often used for personal questions, legal worries, health concerns, and emotional support. Those conversations can feel private, but they may be accessible through a phone search, a subpoena, discovery in a lawsuit, or a report by the AI company itself.

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A decade's worth of Steam files totaling more than 12TB has leaked - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:16:13 GMT
The leak contains beta builds and finished games from Valve and third-party developers.
 
How to adjust the audio settings for your AirPods (and why you should) - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
If you want to enhance the sound of your AirPods even further, we've got you. Let's dig into some settings that will level up your listening experience.
 
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is now on its way to study the 'dark universe' - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:25:11 GMT
Its first images are expected to arrive in early 2027.
 
The Witcher 3 Remastered Accessibility Options Include Health Regen, Auto Loot, Infinite Item Durability - Push Square - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:15:00 GMT
  1. The Witcher 3 Remastered Accessibility Options Include Health Regen, Auto Loot, Infinite Item Durability Push Square
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Preview: Coming Out Game Informer
  3. The Witcher 3 Remastered: Here’s How to Upgrade on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Even Switch 2 ign.com
  4. A 10/10 Masterpiece 175-Hour Open-World RPG Is Officially Free To Download In September OpenCritic
  5. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered for PS5 Pro will run at 60fps with ray tracing and support PSSR RPG Site
 
Not the GameCube, not the Wii U: This was Nintendo's most unsuccessful console - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Nintendo's worst-ever console was awkward to use and didn't even sell a million units. But you can try it today if you're curious.
 
Nvidia's $63 billion stock portfolio is a map of its own supply chain - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT

Nvidia's earnings this week gave the market the growth story it wanted. But a separate SEC filing gives us an additional perspective on what Nvidia is also doing with all those billions.

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Why it matters that President Trump just dialed into a NASA news conference - ArsTechnica Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:40:30 GMT
With just one more major mission upcoming, NASA's science programs need a boost.
 
Stop getting bad YouTube recommendations with 4 simple steps - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
If your algorithm is out of whack recently, there are things you can do to get it back on track with content you like.
 
LLM Moats Quickly Evaporating - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:00:35 GMT
In the business world, a moat is a quality of a business that makes it difficult for competitors to take that company’s profits. With how hard it is to train …read more
 
What free gifts does Xbox give you on your birthday? - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
During your birthday week, you can claim a special gift from Xbox. Let's see what it is and how to claim it.
 
PlayStation May Delay Digital-Only Shift Following Rumors of "100% Physical Xbox Helix" - TechPowerUp - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:28:50 GMT
  1. PlayStation May Delay Digital-Only Shift Following Rumors of "100% Physical Xbox Helix" TechPowerUp
  2. Sony Reconsidering Digital-Only Plans as Xbox Pushes Physical MP1st
  3. With the end of physical media in sight, gamers have had enough | Games The Guardian
  4. PS6 Release Date Unset as PlayStation Blackout Ends [2026] tech-insider.org
  5. PlayStation Wants To Prove In Court That You Don't Own Your Digital Games Polygon.com
 
Cities are dropping Flock's surveillance cameras at a record pace - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:28:00 GMT

Secure Justice, an Oakland-based anti-surveillance group, says 214 cities and counties have dropped Flock since 2021. Ninety jurisdictions ended contracts in August alone, a fourfold increase from July, according to the group's latest update. That works out to about three cancellations a day during the month.

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Apple prototyped a stylus for the foldable iPhone that we may never see - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:23:10 GMT
On the bright side, Apple is more certainly working on an Apple Watch overhaul.
 
Google Maps Now Shows ‘Lake America’ Instead of Lake Ontario - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:16:24 GMT
After Donald Trump’s executive order demanding the name change, Google is the first major online map provider to flip the switch.
 
The cheapest NFL streaming options to stay locked in all season - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Watching NFL games life can get expensive in a hurry, but there are a few corners you can cut to keep the cost down.
 
Apple Caught Off Guard by AI Demand for Mac Mini and Mac Studio - MacRumors - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:52:05 GMT
  1. Apple Caught Off Guard by AI Demand for Mac Mini and Mac Studio MacRumors
  2. Apple introduces new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra Apple
  3. How Apple Stumbled Into AI Hardware Success With the Mac The Information
  4. Two new small, powerful Macs The Verge
  5. 2024 Vs. 2026 Mac Mini: What's New, And Should You Upgrade? bgr.com
 
China’s CXMT Is Getting Ready To Make History As LPDDR6 RAM Mass Production Scheduled To Happen In September; One Hint Reveals Limitations In Total Output - Wccftech - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:41:43 GMT
  1. China’s CXMT Is Getting Ready To Make History As LPDDR6 RAM Mass Production Scheduled To Happen In September; One Hint Reveals Limitations In Total Output Wccftech
  2. China's CXMT to supply memory chip for Xiaomi's upcoming folding phone Reuters
  3. China's CXMT beats Western chipmakers to announcement of LPDDR6 mass production — Xiaomi smartphones to debut industry’s first LPDDR6 chips Tom's Hardware
  4. The iPhone Ultra's and Galaxy Z Fold 8's nemesis to pack a chip from a company that sues the Pentagon PhoneArena
  5. China's CXMT launches mass production of advanced LPDDR6 memory chips Global Times
 
Is 4K just marketing? Here's where the name really came from - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
4K is a catchier marketing term than 2160p, but the resolution also has this name for a reason.
 
GeForce RTX 3080 Drops From 138 FPS to 4 FPS When DLSS 5 Neural Rendering is Enabled; Reports Confirm Similar Performance Drop With RTX 30 Series - Wccftech - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:19:32 GMT
  1. GeForce RTX 3080 Drops From 138 FPS to 4 FPS When DLSS 5 Neural Rendering is Enabled; Reports Confirm Similar Performance Drop With RTX 30 Series Wccftech
  2. Warhorse Developer Defends DLSS 5, Says It's Not an AI Slop Filter TechPowerUp
  3. DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything The Verge
  4. DLSS 5 mod brings next-gen tech to old Ampere GPUs, but frame rates are horrible — most games tank to single digits, high-end GPUs can hit up to 40 FPS in some cases Tom's Hardware
  5. NVIDIA DLSS 5 Neural Rendering In 10 Modern Games – The Best Unofficial DLSS 5 ON vs OFF Comparisons So Far Wccftech
 
China’s Robot Olympics Keep Getting Wilder - CNET Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:10:19 GMT
Check out the highlights of the second annual World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.
 
Why RAMageddon Might Force Apps and Operating Systems’ Performance to Suck Less - CNET Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:00:07 GMT
AI demand is eating memory supplies, so Google is cracking down on Android memory hogs.
 
New Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 Features Revealed - MacRumors - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:54:01 GMT
  1. New Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 Features Revealed MacRumors
  2. Apple Watch will reportedly get a big redesign, but not this year Mashable
  3. Apple Watch Series 12 Wishlist: 5 Upgrades Standing Between Meh and Must-Have PCMag
  4. Report: Apple Watch Series 12 may feature always-on heart-rate tracking, new Fitness app 9to5Mac
  5. Apple Watch Series 12 ceramic case rumors continue with new color claims AppleInsider
 
NASA launched a space telescope on Sunday that will give astronomers a much wider view of the universe - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:50:00 GMT

The telescope carries a 2.4-meter primary mirror, the same size as Hubble's. But its Wide Field Instrument is designed for a different kind of work. The 300-megapixel camera uses 18 detectors to capture a much broader image, giving Roman a field of view at least 100 times larger than Hubble's...

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Things to know before using your MacBook outside - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
Keep an eye on the temperature when using your MacBook outside.
 
Google Maps has changed Lake Ontario to Lake America for US users - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:26:31 GMT
It'll still show up as Lake Ontario for Maps users in Canada.
 
It’s a Small Detail That Can Absolutely Ruin a Vacation. Don’t Leave Until You’ve Packed This One Piece of Tech. - Slate - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
It’s a Small Detail That Can Absolutely Ruin a Vacation. Don’t Leave Until You’ve Packed This One Piece of Tech. Slate
 
Improve your Android Auto experience by doing these simple things - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Android Auto has several essential features enabled by default, but you may be surprised at how much it can really do.
 
Ultra-thin aramid protection: Pitaka cases for the Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series review - Notebookcheck - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:26:00 GMT
  1. Ultra-thin aramid protection: Pitaka cases for the Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series review Notebookcheck
  2. How to Get More from Galaxy Z Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra: Samsung UK’s Mobile Expert Shares his Top Tips Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Camera Setup Shows How Samsung Reworked the Fold TechRepublic
  4. Samsung’s surprise folding hit sets the stage for Apple Fast Company
  5. I tested the Galaxy Flip 8 for a week, and it seems that flip phones have hit their peak PhoneArena
 
Lego X-Files (21369) Review: Proof We Need More Fan-Made MOCs - Forbes - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:20:26 GMT
Lego X-Files (21369) Review: Proof We Need More Fan-Made MOCs Forbes
 
Video: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 comparison - Nintendo Everything - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:04:46 GMT
  1. Video: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 comparison Nintendo Everything
  2. Pre-order Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch ™ 2 beginning August 26, then pre-load the biggest Call of Duty Beta yet. Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Ask Paul: August 28 ⭐ Thurrott.com
  4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Switch 2 Gameplay (Off-Screen) | gamescom 2026 IGN
  5. Video Game Shop Refuses to Stock Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Defends Physical Media levelup.com
 
Fable PC requirements show it can run on an RTX 2060, but you'll need an RTX 5080 for 4K at 60 fps - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

For those who want the basic low-preset experience of 1080p at 30fps, at least an RTX 5050 or RTX 2060, AMD RX 6600, or Intel Arc A580 is required. The minimum CPU is a Ryzen 5 2600 or Intel i7 6850K, while the minimum RAM requirement is 12GB.

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How much storage does a smart TV typically have? - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Smart TVs store lots of data, and the amount they have to work with is often quite low. There are ways to maximize your storage space, though.
 
Apple Arcade just got this retro-inspired gem - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
This throwback game has simple controls and graphics, but the actual gameplay can be as complex as you want.
 
Microsoft Admits Windows 11 KB5120998 Update Breaks Mouse Cursors, With Wallpapers Turning Black Until You Uninstall It - Wccftech - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:22:34 GMT
  1. Microsoft Admits Windows 11 KB5120998 Update Breaks Mouse Cursors, With Wallpapers Turning Black Until You Uninstall It Wccftech
  2. Microsoft Confirms Windows 11's KB5120998 Update is Breaking Mouse Cursors TechPowerUp
  3. Windows 26H2 Is Nearly Here: 7 Features Worth Knowing About Digital Foundry
  4. Windows 11’s faster, Bing-free Search released, enable it using these steps Windows Latest
  5. Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11 26H2 in Release Preview, GTA VI gameplay reveal, and more Neowin
 
A Folding iPhone at Last? What to Expect From Apple’s Surprise and Shine Fall Event - CNET Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
From the iPhone 18 lineup to the Apple Watch 12 and new AirPods, this is everything Apple could release in its anticipated September event.
 
Scientists built a battery that charges almost instantly, but there's a catch - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:48:00 GMT

The device, developed by a team led by CSIRO quantum science researcher James Quach, is designed to take advantage of a quantum effect called superabsorption. In simple terms, the more molecules involved, the faster the system can absorb energy.

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‘Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2’ Is Worth It For ‘Ghost Babel’ - Forbes - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:20:32 GMT
  1. ‘Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2’ Is Worth It For ‘Ghost Babel’ Forbes
  2. Metal Gear Solid 4's DLC might only be saved thanks to the uncelebrated work of fan preservationists GamesRadar+
  3. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns Of The Patriots - Part 1 | Super Replay Game Informer
  4. This PlayStation 3 exclusive is finally playable on Xbox after 19 years GAMINGbible
  5. The Nintendo ports of Metal Gear Solid 4 replace the iconic PS3 and PSP in-game consoles with generic variants Yahoo Tech
 
Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers - ArsTechnica Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:03:47 GMT
The company is testing robots on tasks that can performed by technicians.
 
Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2026): I Tested Them All - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested, multi-room mesh Wi-Fi systems will keep your whole house online.
 
5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Android Authority - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. 5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Android Authority
  2. Engadget Review Recap: Google's Pixel 11 Series And More Engadget
  3. Google Pixel 11 Pro in for review - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. You can officially buy the Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5. blog.google
  5. I tested the Google Pixel 11, and it's a fun blend of social media and AI magic Android Central
 
Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored - WIRED - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored WIRED
 
Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Burnt out on wrist buzzes and notification overload? A new crop of minimalist wearables promises to collect your health data without demanding your attention.
 
The Best Label Makers (2026): Brother, Niimbot, Dymo - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:03:00 GMT
Experience the oddly satisfying joy of labeling bins, drawers, and more with the best Bluetooth and traditional label makers.
 
How to Escape Group Chat Hell - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Young adults are in more group chats than ever—sometimes more than 20 at a time. Here’s how to tame the chat madness.
 
Scientists Create the Littlest Big Bang to Study the Universe's Origins - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The discovery redefines how large atoms need to be to produce the extreme state of matter found in the early universe.
 
Here's Every Game We Played At Gamescom 2026 - Game Informer - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:07:24 GMT
  1. Here's Every Game We Played At Gamescom 2026 Game Informer
  2. Gamescom 2026: Highlights and developer insights from gaming's biggest showcase BBC
  3. Our Top Game Announcements From gamescom 2026 Comics Gaming Magazine
  4. Gamescom Congress 2026 Sets Attendance Record as German President Makes Historic First Visit Wccftech
  5. Gamescom Opening Night Live highlights: 20 games coming to PlayStation PlayStation.Blog
 
iPhone Ultra could turn out to be an unwise long-term decision - PhoneArena - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:44:39 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra could turn out to be an unwise long-term decision PhoneArena
  2. iPhone Fold Price: Apple Expert Warns Of Additional Costs Forbes
  3. Before You Buy Apple’s $2,000 Foldable iPhone Ultra, Check the Screen Repair Cost Gizchina.com
  4. Repair specialist predicts the repair bill on the ‘iPhone Ultra’ will be ultra-expensive Apple World Today
  5. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Could Cost A$1,700 To Repair Channelnews.com.au
 
TerminalFix Uses Fake Cloudflare CAPTCHAs to Deploy Reverse-Tunnel Backdoor - The Hacker News - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:36:00 GMT
  1. TerminalFix Uses Fake Cloudflare CAPTCHAs to Deploy Reverse-Tunnel Backdoor The Hacker News
  2. TerminalFix campaign deploys a reverse tunnel through multistage intrusion Microsoft
  3. How to spot a fake Captcha – and what to do if you fall for one which.co.uk
  4. Microsoft Warns of TerminalFix Campaign Hiding Malware in PNG Images Hackread
  5. Hackers Use Fake Cloudflare CAPTCHA to Deploy Reverse Tunnel Into Corporate Networks CyberSecurityNews
 
GO Battle League Twilight Trails: Attack Changes and New Moves - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:17:03 GMT
  1. GO Battle League Twilight Trails: Attack Changes and New Moves Pokémon GO Hub
  2. GO Battle League: Twilight Trails Schedule, Cups & Rewards Pokémon GO Hub
  3. Pokemon GO Reveals New Gen 6 Pokemon Event for September 2026 OpenCritic
  4. Pokémon Fans, Mark Your Calendars For September 8 ScreenRant
  5. Pokémon GO Confirms New Paldea Region Debuts In Upcoming Fall Season vice.com
 
Xbox CEO says next-gen Project Helix will be a “family of devices,” hinting at another Xbox Series S|X-style lineup - Notebookcheck - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 02:45:00 GMT
  1. Xbox CEO says next-gen Project Helix will be a “family of devices,” hinting at another Xbox Series S|X-style lineup Notebookcheck
  2. Xbox CEO Confirms Project Helix Is a Family of Devices, Not Just a Single Next-Gen Console Hypebeast
  3. 'I Want to Make Sure People Have a Choice' — Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's Speaks on Whether or Not Project Helix Will Have a Disc Drive ign.com
  4. Xbox CEO calls Project Helix a ‘family of devices’ The Verge
  5. Tariffs May Push Xbox Project Helix Pricing to a Steep $1,000 Geeky Gadgets
 
“Zombie” Cells Reveal a Surprising New Driver of Chronic Inflammation - SciTechDaily - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:51:47 GMT
  1. “Zombie” Cells Reveal a Surprising New Driver of Chronic Inflammation SciTechDaily
  2. Cell proliferation gene plays a distinct role in cells that no longer proliferate News-Medical
  3. Blocking cyclin D1–CDK6 curbs inflammatory senescence genes and age-related functional decline Bioengineer.org
 
Xbox Series X25 Anniversary Console: $899.99, Nov. 13 [2026] - tech-insider.org - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:20:21 GMT
  1. Xbox Series X25 Anniversary Console: $899.99, Nov. 13 [2026] tech-insider.org
  2. Introducing the Designed for XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Series X25 Sells Out in Seconds as Scalpers Triple the Console's Price extremetech.com
  4. Xbox Series X25 Console & Controller: Prices, Release Dates, Pre-Orders Announced Pure Xbox
  5. New Xbox Console Comes With 2026 Game Completely Free of Charge IMDb
 
EA Motive's New Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Says "That Didn't Go As Planned" - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:44:35 GMT
  1. EA Motive's New Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Says "That Didn't Go As Planned" TechPowerUp
  2. Canceled Iron Man Game Footage Leaks Online, Showing Destructible Environments, Flying, and More ign.com
  3. Upcoming Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Remains Cool: "That Didn't Go As Planned" TechPowerUp
  4. Marvel's Iron Man leaks confirmed to be real, here are 5 gameplay features we noticed GAMINGbible
  5. EA Motive Iron Man Leak: 4 Villains, Zero Release Date [2026] tech-insider.org
 
The Wildest Video Game Budgets Can't Hold A Candle To GTA 6 - Engadget - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT
  1. The Wildest Video Game Budgets Can't Hold A Candle To GTA 6 Engadget
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Release Is Going to Cause a Work Blackout WSJ
  3. Analysts Estimate 'GTA VI's' Budget Exceeds $1 Billion USD, Making It the Costliest Entertainment Product Ever Hypebeast
  4. GTA VI fans are taking up to 10 vacation days off work to play when the $260M-in-preorders game drops Nov. 19 Yahoo Finance
  5. Americans plan their vacations around the release of GTA VI 1News.az
 
I'm Obsessed with GTA 6's Next-Gen Wanted System - Push Square - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
  1. I'm Obsessed with GTA 6's Next-Gen Wanted System Push Square
  2. Rockstar Is Overhauling the ‘Theft’ in Grand Theft Auto 6 – This Is How the New Car Jacking Works ign.com
  3. GTA 6 Gets Series First Feature To Let You Avoid Killing People Kotaku
  4. GTA VI’s Realism Might Make It Hard To Kill People Aftermath
  5. GTA 6 is revamping the Wanted system and giving you a Criminal Profile Eurogamer.net
 
A new browser feature hides which website you're visiting from your ISP, and it has nothing to do with a VPN - MakeUseOf - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:30:13 GMT
  1. A new browser feature hides which website you're visiting from your ISP, and it has nothing to do with a VPN MakeUseOf
  2. Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers The Hacker News
  3. 4 new ways Android is protecting your network connections blog.google
  4. How Android 17 stops network snoops and SMS blasters now - with ECH and a 2G kill switch ZDNET
  5. Android 17 Adds New Protection for Wi-Fi Tracking to Keep Your Device Secure CyberSecurityNews
 
Deals: the Galaxy S26 FE is coming, Galaxy S26 series on sale, Nothing Phone (3) also discounted - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:09:02 GMT
  1. Deals: the Galaxy S26 FE is coming, Galaxy S26 series on sale, Nothing Phone (3) also discounted - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: Delivering the Latest Flagship Features, Focused on What Matters Most Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is proof that Samsung should kill its 'Fan Edition' phones — here's why Tom's Guide
  4. Samsung’s $700 Galaxy 26 FE Gets a Price Hike Even With Many Tradeoffs Bloomberg.com
  5. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Vs S25 FE: Why Is The New Model More Expensive? Engadget
 
Our daughter inspired a YouTube show that we started in our closet. Now we're set on creating an empire. - Yahoo - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:49:01 GMT
Our daughter inspired a YouTube show that we started in our closet. Now we're set on creating an empire. Yahoo
 
Nvidia DLSS 5 is getting modded into just about every game, often with hilarious results - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:04:00 GMT

A new version of the RenoDX modding tool, available through the developer's Discord server, allows users to apply a leaked build of Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 to any game that supports high-quality upscaling. The mod's rapid spread effectively amounts to an early release of arguably Nvidia's most ambitious and polarizing...

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Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server - TechSpot - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:41:00 GMT
  1. Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server TechSpot
  2. How we saved 100 terabytes of memory by optimizing 1.1.1.1’s DNS cache Cloudflare Blog
  3. Cloudflare Reclaims 100TB of RAM by Overhauling 1.1.1.1 DNS Cache Design finance.biggo.com
  4. Cloudflare is saving 100TB of memory by trimming the 1.1.1.1 DNS cache by tens of bytes at a time. GIGAZINE
  5. Cloudflare saves 100 TB of RAM at 1.1.1.1 – five optimizations halve DNS cache memory usage igor´sLAB
 
Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:41:00 GMT

The optimization work was centered on Big Pineapple, Cloudflare's DNS caching platform behind the popular 1.1.1.1 resolver, DNS Firewall, and several other DNS services they offer. In a technical blog post, systems engineer Sebastiaan Neuteboom detailed five changes to the Rust codebase that shrank a typical cache entry from 953...

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Cost of Apple TV rises along with ‘One’ subscription bundle price hike - New York Post - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:13:00 GMT
  1. Cost of Apple TV rises along with ‘One’ subscription bundle price hike New York Post
  2. Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent Ars Technica
  3. Apple TV Hikes Price of Streaming Service in U.S. Effective Immediately Variety
  4. Apple rolls out new AI-powered Siri at annual WWDC LiveNOW from FOX
  5. Apple TV Hikes Prices as Streaming Inflation Continues The Hollywood Reporter
 
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for September 2026? - Push Square - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for September 2026? Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September – Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, Chained Echoes PlayStation.Blog
  3. MLB The Show 26 comes to PlayStation Plus this September MLB® The Show
  4. September 2026 PS Plus Monthly Games Include 'GTA For Kids' Kotaku
  5. Four New Monthly Games Hit PlayStation Plus This September. Is It Time to Resubscribe? PCMag
 
Micron's workers want the AI boom bonuses SK Hynix and Samsung already gave theirs - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Taiwan-based media recently reported that Micron's two primary unions are dissatisfied with worker compensation amid the company's ballooning profits. The unions could threaten to strike, potentially disrupting an already strained global memory supply and worsening technology-related price increases.

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Poll: What Are Your First Impressions Of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy? - Pure Xbox - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: What Are Your First Impressions Of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy? Pure Xbox
  2. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy review – picture-postcard retelling of haunting Minoan myth | Games The Guardian
  3. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review: She’s Going To Be King Of Game Informer
  4. All Charm Locations ign.com
  5. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy’s Post-Credits Scene, Explained Polygon.com
 
South Korea is giving its entire population free access to AI, no token limits - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:47:00 GMT

The government's "AI for All" program will begin beta testing in September, followed by a broader launch later this year. On Friday, Seoul named three technology consortia to provide the services. They include groups led by the country's two largest telecom companies and the operator of Kakao, one of South...

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Why Rockstar Has Said Nothing About ‘GTA 6 Online’ So Far - Forbes - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:18:35 GMT
  1. Why Rockstar Has Said Nothing About ‘GTA 6 Online’ So Far Forbes
  2. GTA 6 will “raise the bar” by ignoring game industry trends, says Helldivers 2 dev Creative Bloq
  3. GTA 6 PC Release: What The August 27 Reveal Did—And Didn't—Confirm svg.com
  4. What extras is the PC version of GTA 6 going to bless us with? PC Gamer
  5. Helldivers 2 Boss Happy That GTA 6 Is Skipping PC at Launch and There's No Online Right Away IGN
 
iPhone 18 Release Date: Why You Might Be Waiting Longer Than Expected - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
There’s potential for a split launch between fall and spring, which makes pegging down the release date harder than usual.
 
Capcom explains why Mega Man: Dual Override isn’t called Mega Man 12 - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:04:44 GMT
  1. Capcom explains why Mega Man: Dual Override isn’t called Mega Man 12 Nintendo Everything
  2. Mega Man: Dual Override Preview: Mega Man's Dual Override Mode Game Informer
  3. Hands-on report: Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen PlayStation.Blog
  4. Mega Man and Roll costumes coming to Pragmata (UPDATE) GoNintendo
  5. Mega Man: Dual Override Producers Explain Why Proto Man Returns for Series’ 40th GamesReviews.com
 
Apple Might Skip the iPhone 18 This Year. Is the iPhone 17 Still Worth It? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Ahead of Apple’s Sept. 9 launch event, I retested the iPhone 17 to see if it can retain the “best iPhone for most people” title for another six months.
 
Here's our best look yet at the inward-folding Huawei Mate XT 2 tri-fold launching next month - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:09:02 GMT
  1. Here's our best look yet at the inward-folding Huawei Mate XT 2 tri-fold launching next month - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Huawei’s new Galaxy Z TriFold rival folds twice, packs 2TB, and looks stunning in purple Digital Trends
  3. Huawei Mate XT 2 colors and storage variants revealed, pre-orders now live - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Huawei's Mate XT2 proves Samsung's tri-fold design was right all along SamMobile
  5. Huawei Mate XT 2 will likely sport 6000mAh battery with fast charging Huawei Central
 
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Review: Master of Phone Calls - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Outstanding call quality and an excellent price point put these earbuds way ahead of pricier competition.
 
I asked 100 companies for my data. Some deleted it instead. - ArsTechnica Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:50:31 GMT
Testing 100 companies found privacy requests often led to confusion and dead ends.
 
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Has a Hidden Technological Leap - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Astronomers will test equipment that, if it’s successful, will one day be crucial for discovering Earthlike planets.
 
The Cybersecurity Apocalypse Is Coming in ‘Months,’ AI Giants Warn - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Hackers target over 100 US water systems, ICE puts in an order for robot dogs, and you’ll never guess what “MrChildPorn” was arrested for.
 
How to Run a Chatbot on Your Own Computer - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Installing a large language model on your personal computer gives you a handy digital assistant that won’t compromise your data privacy.
 
Psilocybin Might Make Your Brain Live in the Moment - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Psychedelics are often associated with disconnecting from reality, but a recent neuroimaging study found that psilocybin can actually make our brain activity more connected to the world around us.
 
Premier League Soccer: Watch Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest Live from Anywhere - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:30:00 GMT
New Reds boss Andoni Iraola takes charge of his first EPL game at Anfield.
 
Motorola Coupon Code for September 2026 - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your smartphone for less with the latest Motorola promo codes, free shipping offers, and exclusive seasonal discounts.
 
Brand-New Pokemon Pokopia Code Takes You to Special Cloud Island - GameRant - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:31:00 GMT
Brand-New Pokemon Pokopia Code Takes You to Special Cloud Island GameRant
 
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Took a Call From Donald Trump in the Middle of an All-Hands - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:29:13 GMT
The unexpected interruption came hours before the president wrote a congratulatory post on Truth Social about the company’s most recent earnings report.
 
AT&T Sues Charter Over ‘Fiber’ Internet  - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:25:19 GMT
Two of the country’s largest internet service providers are going to court over the use of the word “fiber” in advertising.
 
Microsoft: Hotpatch PCs will force-restart to apply Windows updates for the next two months - Neowin - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:16:00 GMT
Microsoft: Hotpatch PCs will force-restart to apply Windows updates for the next two months Neowin
 
Court rules Kalshi sports bets aren't "swaps," just gambling with a different name - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:14:52 GMT
Kalshi can't evade Nevada gambling laws by calling bets "swaps," judges rule.
 
Cities terminate Flock contracts at record pace in August - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:54 GMT
Cancellations have accelerated.
 
"RFK Jr. has lied to the Senate": Lawmakers call for criminal probe, ouster - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:17:38 GMT
RFK Jr. went to Samoa to spread vaccine fears. The measles outbreak after killed 83.
 
How an MIT graduate student helped a team of young scientists test their experiment at CERN - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Physics PhD student Manu Srivastava helped high school students in India develop a test that could contribute to one of the world’s largest neutrino experiments.
 
How MIT Sandbox has turned student ideas into $8.7 billion in global impact - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Through a decade of non-dilutive funding, hands-on mentorship, and a safe space to fail fast, the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program has helped students translate curiosity into real-world impact.
 
The Crazy Taxi Remake Revives the Dreamcast Era’s Zany Energy - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:59:44 GMT
Crazy Taxi: World Tour brings back memories of a time when all a game needed was an unhinged premise and gameplay to match.
 
Milo Yiannopoulos Detained by ICE in Louisiana - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:44:11 GMT
The longtime far-right operator and troll, a UK citizen, is being held in ICE custody pending his removal from the United States.
 
Eyes Up, Stargazers! Here’s What You Can See in September Night Skies - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:07 GMT
September brings dazzling planets, a harvest moon and the official shift to autumn.
 
PaperCut releases second emergency patch for exploited flaws - BleepingComputer - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:08:26 GMT
  1. PaperCut releases second emergency patch for exploited flaws BleepingComputer
  2. Attackers Chain Two PaperCut Flaws to Execute Code Without Authentication The Hacker News
  3. PaperCut Releases Emergency Patch for Exploited Zero-Day SecurityWeek
  4. PaperCut warns of NG, MF flaw exploited in zero-day attacks BleepingComputer
  5. PaperCut Multiple Vulnerabilities Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre
 
Tech Companies Call for Improved Cyber Defenses After AI-Enabled Attacks - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:06:32 GMT
More than 100 companies signed onto an open letter calling for more urgency in fixing bugs and shoring up cybersecurity.
 
HP strikes deal with blacklisted Huawei to license essential Wi-Fi patents - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT

HP Inc. recently announced a new patent deal with Huawei, a company that is unable to sell or import products in the US after being banned by the FCC. The agreement is essential for keeping the US company in the technology business, but HP felt compelled to provide an official...

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Microsoft Teams Has Become a Haven for Scammers in China - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:23:17 GMT
Fraudsters are exploiting enterprise chat apps like Teams and Webex to trick Chinese victims into transferring large sums of money, fueling a wave of complaints.
 
Star Citizen spinoff Squadron 42 delayed to Q2 2027 to avoid GTA 6 - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:16:00 GMT

In a message posted on the official Roberts Space Industries website, game director Chris Roberts said the decision is intended to avoid competing with GTA 6, which is scheduled to launch this November on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S after an extended development cycle and multiple delays over the...

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Trump blacklisting of "woke" Anthropic deemed illegal by federal judge - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:07:55 GMT
Anthropic refused to support lethal autonomous warfare and mass surveillance.
 
Here's what we know about the "space academy" Trump just announced - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:36:30 GMT
"It's called the US Space Academy. That's a big deal."
 
Samsung's new portable SSDs are blazing fast over USB4, but will torch your wallet - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:28:00 GMT

Samsung unveiled the company's new offering for portable storage enthusiasts at Gamescom 2026 in Germany. The "P" Series of external SSDs uses USB4 connectivity to raise the performance bar considerably while offering some truly spacious units for both professional and consumer use.

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Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:23:53 GMT
Annual Apple TV subscriptions get the biggest bump.
 
Mice, a Caved-In Ceiling, and Cloudy Water: The GSA’s New Office Is Falling Apart - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:14:19 GMT
“Do we need to look at the ceiling before going to the bathroom? Can we actually trust the water is safe to drink?” asks one GSA worker.
 
AI could become conscious. What if it wants us dead? - The Hill - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:55:00 GMT
  1. AI could become conscious. What if it wants us dead? The Hill
  2. Ethical paradoxes of AI: it will not be a machine that increasingly resembles humans, but the exact opposite Il Foglio
  3. The Hill columnist reflects on risks of possible AI consciousness — The Hill UA.NEWS
  4. Google Researcher Says the AI Consciousness Debate Is Asking the Question Backwards finance.biggo.com
  5. Intelligence Is Not Consciousness, and Policy Must Know the Difference Centre for International Governance Innovation
 
Data center backlash isn't about AI, it's about who pays the bills (and the noise) - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Researcher Andy Masley reviewed polling data on the backlash and concluded that its main drivers are not simply distrust of Big Tech, skepticism about AI, or concerns about China. Instead, he found that people are responding to "object-level local environmental and economic harms" associated with proposed projects.

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Our 10 favorite scenes from T2: Judgment Day - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:44:47 GMT
James Cameron's 1991 sci-fi blockbuster returns to theaters this weekend for its 35th anniversary.
 
Affinity is a free creative suite for photo editing, vector design, and page layout - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT
Affinity combines professional photo editing, vector graphics, and publishing tools in one free app for Windows and macOS. Owned by Canva, it supports formats such as PSD, AI, PDF, SVG, and IDML, and is also featured in our Essential Apps selection.
 
Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:42:24 GMT
Meta fixes AI glasses to stop recording any time users cover up the safety light.
 
AI Has Human Doctors Asking: What’s Left for Us? - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A recent paper argues that AI is often better at doctoring than doctors. Guess who isn't thrilled.
 
Judge strikes down Anthropic blacklist, says government retaliated over Pentagon criticism - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:59:00 GMT

US District Judge Rita F. Lin ruled late Thursday that the government failed to show Anthropic posed a national-security threat. Instead, she found that officials acted against the company after it publicly challenged the Pentagon's plans for using AI.

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Developer auctions off sticker space on a MacBook he hasn't even bought yet, and it worked - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:26:00 GMT

The developer here is Vincent, who posts on X as @VynseDev and works out of Bordeaux.

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I Started Wearing a Pebble Watch Again: Time 2 Took Me Back to the 2010s in the Best Way - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The Pebble’s return to my wrist after over a decade reminded me what I’d missed.
 
The $700 Galaxy S26 FE brings Samsung's latest AI features to a cheaper phone with few hardware upgrades - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:53:00 GMT

The price is $50 higher than the Galaxy S25 FE's starting price. Samsung has pointed to ongoing pressure on RAM supply, which has also contributed to price increases across other recent Galaxy devices.

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X says China used hundreds of bot accounts to amplify fears about AI data centers that many Americans already share - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT

X's Global Government Affairs writes that the 200 accounts were posting "in a manner that could manipulate a legitimate debate about American AI and energy policy."

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New US tariffs threaten to make PCs, game consoles, and data centers more expensive, again - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

Sources told Politico that the US is considering a fresh round of tariffs on semiconductors, representing another attempt to boost domestic chip manufacturing. The tariffs threaten to raise the prices of numerous electronics, many of which are already impacted by memory shortages.

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Windows 10 users have just weeks left before Nvidia ends Game Ready driver updates - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The cutoff comes one year after Microsoft officially retired Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Nvidia granted the aging operating system an extra 12 months of full Game Ready and Studio Driver coverage, allowing owners of supported GeForce cards to continue receiving optimizations for new games.

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The 31 Best Deals From the REI Labor Day Sale - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Labor Day already? Say it ain’t so. You can still chase summer a while longer with these great deals on outdoor gear at the REI Labor Day Sale.
 
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:39:00 GMT
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here's my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
 
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:05 GMT
The group infected more than 1,000 organizations in a relentless supply-chain attack campaign.
 
An iPhone 17 Pro gets dropped from 100,000 feet and survives - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The companies launched the phone from Kiruna, Sweden, on June 24 using a high-altitude balloon, releasing it at 30,607 meters – more than three times the typical cruising altitude of a commercial airliner. There was no parachute or protective container around the device, no heating system during the flight, and...

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Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:39 GMT
"From here on, Starlink missions out of Florida will fly on Starship."
 
He Scraped All of Their Art for AI. Now He’s Collaborating on a Tool to Help Them - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The art portfolio platform Cara, designed for creators who don’t want their work used to train AI, has been under assault by trolls seizing and publishing its data.
 
Inside Meta’s Push to Put Robots to Work in Data Centers - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:56:22 GMT
The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians, fueling concerns among some workers that their jobs could be at risk.
 
The Easiest Ways to Share Anything Between Android and iOS - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Transferring files and data across platforms is more straightforward than ever.
 
XGIMI Vibe One Battery-Powered Projector Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
 
AI is driving an "expertise recession" as people increasingly question professional advice - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT

It used to be that most people would blindly accept the advice of professionals without questioning it. But new research by Use.AI shows how doctors, teachers, managers, and others are being challenged by AI.

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I Asked 100 Companies for My Data. I Got Deletion Notices Instead - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
California residents have a legal right to access the data that companies collect about them. Actually exercising that right is a burdensome nightmare.
 
There Are So Many Conspiracy Theories About Dolly Parton and Vaccines - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Influential right-wing conspiracy theorists and MAGA-aligned pundits are falsely claiming that the Covid vaccine killed Dolly Parton, the vaccination advocate and philanthropist.
 
How an Atlanta Suburb Ended Up Sharing Flock Data With More Than 2,000 Organizations - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Alpharetta, Georgia, cops share data with thousands of Flock users, ranging from federal agencies to a fish and wildlife commission. The reasons why show how vast—and invasive—the network has become.
 
Gametime Promo Code: Save on Tickets in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Grab last-minute seats for less with a verified Gametime discount code for up to 10% off, first-purchase coupons, and lowest price guarantee credits.
 
Reebok Discount Code: Save 15%+ in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score deep discounts on running shoes, athletic apparel, and classics with the latest verified Reebok promo codes, student discounts, and member-only savings.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off │September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 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 September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 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!
 
Chatbooks Promo Code: Save up to 40% on Photo Books in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep your memories alive without breaking the bank by using these top Chatbooks coupon codes and saving strategies.
 
Maytag Promo Codes: 15% Off Appliances - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your home for less with these verified Maytag discount codes, military savings, and limited-time closeout offers on washers, dryers, and more.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
A Judge Has Blocked the Pentagon’s Attempt to Blacklist Anthropic - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:04:14 GMT
A federal judge has called the Department of Defense’s designation of Anthropic as a national security supply-chain risk “illegal and baseless.”
 
Modders got Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 running early, and it's a huge performance hit - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:41:00 GMT

Data miners discovered what appears to be a DLL for Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 tech in NBA 2K27's installation files soon after the game's early access period started this week. While the basketball simulator does not yet officially support DLSS 5, modders have already begun testing its AI-generated "photorealism" filter...

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What Meta’s All-New Social Media Guidelines Promise to Change for Teen Users - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:10:57 GMT
A major lawsuit has led Meta to change the rules again for young users on Instagram and Facebook. Here’s exactly what’s changing.
 
This is GTA 6: an 80-hour story, 3x bigger map than Red Dead 2, and cops that remember your face - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:29:00 GMT

After three years of trailers and delays, Rockstar has finally shown Grand Theft Auto VI actually being played. The footage, captured on a base PlayStation 5, looks remarkably detailed. Alongside it, previews went live from journalists and creators who spent time at Rockstar North last month. Between the gameplay footage...

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Transmission keeps torrent downloads simple and lightweight - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:21:00 GMT
Transmission is a free BitTorrent client known for its low resource usage and simple interface. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it supports the core features expected from a modern torrent client while keeping the application lightweight and straightforward.
 
Anthropic's new hardware standard lets AI agents control the physical world - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:15:43 GMT
Standardized driver interface aims to let devices talk to AI and each other.
 
GTA 6 Sounds Like It Won't Be 60FPS At Launch - Kotaku - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:01:10 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Sounds Like It Won't Be 60FPS At Launch Kotaku
  2. After GTA 6: Extended Look Showed Rockstar's Game Running at 30fps, Tech Experts Say a 60fps Console Version Is 'Extremely Unlikely' and 'Genuinely Challenging' Even on PC ign.com
  3. Grand Theft Auto 6 will run at only 30 FPS on consoles at launch, no performance mode promised — even the souped-up PS5 Pro might not get 60 FPS support Tom's Hardware
  4. GTA 6 Locked at 30 FPS on Consoles, PS5 Pro No Exception tech-insider.org
  5. GTA 6: With 30FPS Seemingly Confirmed, Is 60FPS Actually Realistic? Digital Foundry
 
6 Takeaways From the GTA VI Extended Look - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:30:28 GMT
Grand Theft Auto VI is nigh. Here’s what the developer revealed about its highly anticipated game.
 
AI Agents Are Hacking Systems. Could That Push the US and China to Cooperate? - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:08:34 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” senior writer Will Knight talks his recent visit to China and the future of AI collaboration.
 
Elon Musk’s xAI used child porn to train Grok models, lawsuit says - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:52:31 GMT
xAI accused of training Grok on real and AI-generated child pornography.
 
GOP heads to Supreme Court after losing case over TV election ad prices - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:06:10 GMT
GOP campaign committees want quick ruling before election ads ramp up next week.
 
Report: Nvidia to acquire AI model repository Hugging Face for $13 billion - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:55:22 GMT
Nvidia is nabbing critical infrastructure for open models as interest grows.
 
Looking beyond natural sequences - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:20:00 GMT
A new machine-learning framework aims to improve the success rate of computational protein design while moving away from results that reproduce sequences found in nature.
 
Google Engineer Accused of Polymarket Insider Trading Says He Was Just Gambling - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:39 GMT
Michele Spagnuolo was arrested for alleged insider trading on Polymarket, but the Switzerland-based engineer says he was simply gambling—activity that is beyond the reach of US commodities law.
 
AI industry says Trump plans to tax chips in the “single dumbest way imaginable” - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:08 GMT
Tech industry is perplexed by Trump’s plan to win AI race by taxing data centers.
 
'Explaining the Scenarios Each Time Has Become Quite Difficult' — Kingdom Hearts' Story Has Gotten So Complex That Tetsuya Nomura Says Square Enix Hired a Loremaster to Keep the Plot Cohesive - ign.com - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:39 GMT
  1. 'Explaining the Scenarios Each Time Has Become Quite Difficult' — Kingdom Hearts' Story Has Gotten So Complex That Tetsuya Nomura Says Square Enix Hired a Loremaster to Keep the Plot Cohesive ign.com
  2. Square Enix has a Kingdom Hearts loremaster due to the complexity of the series GoNintendo
  3. Square Enix reportedly hired a loremaster to keep Kingdom Hearts’ plot coherent Nintendo Wire
  4. Kingdom Hearts story has gotten so complex Square Enix hired a loremaster My Nintendo News
 
Labor Day 2026 Deals Got Me a Complete Starter Tool Kit for Under $375 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:30 GMT
I combed through the Labor Day sales to find the power tools and other essentials that cover nearly every household repair.
 
A Georgia Cop Used Flock to Track 2 Other Cops: His Ex and Her Friend - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:12:17 GMT
After an affair with a fellow police officer ended, a Georgia cop used Flock to track her movements—and those of a man whose vehicle often showed up near hers, internal investigation records show.
 
This Is How Anthropic Thinks AI Agents Should Navigate the Physical World - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:06:52 GMT
The potential for AI to automate scientific research and manufacturing must be balanced with new risks, Anthropic says.
 
Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years - ign.com - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:42:08 GMT
  1. Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years ign.com
  2. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition – All New Weapons & Armor Locations KeenGamer
 
Netflix Failed at Video Games. Now It’s Trying to Promote Them - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:25:30 GMT
Netflix has walked back plans to put AAA games on its streaming platform. Instead, it's pivoting to marketing highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.
 
OpenAI Is Developing a ‘Persistent’ AI Agent - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:42 GMT
Code reviewed by WIRED reveals the company is developing a feature that enables Codex to continue working proactively until it is “put to sleep.”
 
New type of attack can slip past the defenses in your computer’s processor - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:40:00 GMT
MIT CSAIL researchers found a way to exploit a split-second gap in chip security — and used it to acquire a Linux system’s password file.
 
Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39 Inches of Gaming Glory - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.
 
Best Posture Correctors for Better Body Alignment (2026) - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:05:00 GMT
You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. I rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.
 
Submit Your Questions: The Great Data Center Backlash - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
You have questions about data centers, and WIRED has answers. Join our livestream on September 10 and our panel of experts will tell you everything you need to know.
 
Stop Touching Your Keyboard. Use This AI-Powered Microphone Instead - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Relay Q, due next year, is the latest attempt to reposition voice as the most seamless method for human-computer interaction.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with McCormick Hall co-president Sydney Baller - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
The rising senior loves her dorm and its community and wants to serve as a bridge to its next residents as the building heads into renovations.
 
GTA 6 leaks: Rockstar issues statement over online clips - BBC - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:34:54 GMT
  1. GTA 6 leaks: Rockstar issues statement over online clips BBC
  2. A New ‘GTA 6’ Nudist Town Leak Is Stunning, And Lucia Spoilers Are Next Forbes
  3. Cyberleek posts first major 'GTA 6' spoilers in Lucia prologue leak Mashable
  4. GTA 6 leaker cashes out in $250,000 crypto rug pull just hours before Rockstar's official reveal — memecoin crashes as Cyberleek's 'anti-corporate' campaign ends in a payday Tom's Hardware
  5. The GTA VI leaks are breaking the internet. Security researchers have seen this before. CyberScoop
 
As Apple Prepares Its Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:23:11 GMT
That rumored foldable iPhone didn’t come from nowhere. Experts from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Popular Science, ZDNET and Lifehacker examine Apple’s most important tech reveals.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves from iron overload - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra official CAD Renders Leak - Android Headlines - Google Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:07:35 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra official CAD Renders Leak Android Headlines
  2. Galaxy S27 Ultra Release Date: Battery Upgrade Explains Major Redesign Forbes
  3. Another Galaxy S27 Ultra design change leak, and this time, it's good news PhoneArena
  4. Samsung isn’t just copying Apple anymore — it is Apple Android Authority
  5. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra could feature 4x super telephoto camera Sammy Fans
 
The secret love life of the longfin squid - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
MIT Sea Grant resident artist and acclaimed underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen captures an intimate look at courtship and communication in a hidden spawning spectacle off Cape Cod.
 
Smart Glasses Are Recording in Public. These Apps Can Detect When They’re Nearby - CNET Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:32:46 GMT
Amid broad privacy concerns, new apps such as Zuckoff help detect smart glasses in the wild.
 
Brain circuit keeps tabs on what just happened to aid judgment of what’s happening now - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
To keep track of what’s going on in front of it, the brain relies not only on what it sees, but also a comparison with what it just saw. A new study pinpoints the circuit that provides that service.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
I Stopped My Mindless Scrolling Using This iOS 27 Shortcut - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:27:09 GMT
Delete my addictive social media apps? There’s no fun in that.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Know What’s Coming at Apple’s Big Event? It’s Your Last Chance to Prove It to Win - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:57 GMT
Guess right and you could walk away with a brand-new Apple Watch.
 
You Should Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:34:00 GMT
The latest iOS update includes a patch for an iCloud Private Relay issue.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Our Research Shows How Just One Security Camera Cuts the Risk of Break-Ins - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Studies show a single well-placed security device makes a world of difference when it comes to deterring burglars.
 
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.
 
Equifax Class Action: Last Change to Claim Part of the $2.2M Settlement - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
You must file a claim before the Sept. 1 deadline.
 
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How to Disable Apple Intelligence Features You’re Not Actually Using - CNET Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:09:19 GMT
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Getting rid of old computers and printers responsibly is free, accessible and considerably simpler than most people assume.