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Apple Explores Shaking Up Its Smartwatch for a New Era - Bloomberg.com - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:27:34 GMT
  1. Apple Explores Shaking Up Its Smartwatch for a New Era Bloomberg.com
  2. Ceramic Case Could Return With Apple Watch Series 12 MacRumors
  3. Apple going circular could make the Watch better at being a watch Digital Trends
  4. Gurman: Apple considering a broader redesign of its smartwatch lineup - GSMArena.com news gsmarena.com
  5. 2026 Apple Watch upgrade will be dull, but a big redesign is in progress AppleInsider
 
A profile of Founders Pledge, which has recorded $4B in pledges from founders so far in 2026, as the AI industry now accounts for a third of its lifetime total (Joel Khalili/Wired) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:20:01 GMT

Joel Khalili / Wired:
A profile of Founders Pledge, which has recorded $4B in pledges from founders so far in 2026, as the AI industry now accounts for a third of its lifetime total — A new generation of philanthropists made rich by artificial intelligence are preparing to give away their vast wealth.

 
Revelio Labs: short-term AI training programs made up ~33% of the professional certificate market in 2026, up from just 2% in 2022 before ChatGPT launched (Liam Knox/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:05:01 GMT

Liam Knox / Bloomberg:
Revelio Labs: short-term AI training programs made up ~33% of the professional certificate market in 2026, up from just 2% in 2022 before ChatGPT launched — People are anxious to show they've learned the technology, even if it's hard to predict what skills employers will be looking for.

 
Made by Google 2026 Launch Live: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, Gemini, and all the news - Android Central - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:04:20 GMT
  1. Made by Google 2026 Launch Live: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, Gemini, and all the news Android Central
  2. How Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Will Change Smartphones Forever Forbes
  3. Google Pixel 11: Every rumor, leak, and teaser before Made By Google Mashable
  4. Made By Google Pixel 11 Event: What to Expect and How to Watch PCMag
  5. Pixel 11 Pro XL shows up in hands-on leak days ahead of launch [Gallery] 9to5Google
 
Even on the Red Planet, Hexagons are the Bestagons - Hack a Day Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:00:53 GMT
Though their pure Platonic Forms may only exist in the world of ideas, certain regular shapes can’t help but keep falling out of natural processes– case in point, the six-sided …read more
 
How credit card issuers and reservation apps like OpenTable and Amex-owned Resy fragment restaurant reservations, wiring the best tables into premium card perks (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:50:06 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
How credit card issuers and reservation apps like OpenTable and Amex-owned Resy fragment restaurant reservations, wiring the best tables into premium card perks — After a flurry of deals, new apps, membership clubs and other middlemen are fighting over access to high-spending customers and the eateries they love

 
The FCC wants to ban drones with LiDAR that it previously approved - Engadget Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:35:58 GMT
If you're thinking of buying a LiDAR-equipped DJI drone, the FCC is proposing to ban them.
 
Space Agencies Are Trying to Keep Astronauts From Losing Their Sight - Wired Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
A device currently being used to help octogenarians do self-administered eye exams could be part of future space missions to monitor astronauts’ ocular health.
 
A look at London's King's Cross, which transformed from a seedy area into an AI hub after DeepMind arrived in 2016, and now hosts OpenAI, Meta, Wayve, and more (Dominic-Madori Davis/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:40:14 GMT

Dominic-Madori Davis / TechCrunch:
A look at London's King's Cross, which transformed from a seedy area into an AI hub after DeepMind arrived in 2016, and now hosts OpenAI, Meta, Wayve, and more — What every U.K. AI startup wants to know these days is, how can I get office space in King's Cross?

 
Creating a Supersonic Trebuchet - Hack a Day Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:41 GMT
As awesome as trebuchets are, the fact that medieval engineers didn’t create versions capable of launching supersonic projectiles is a bit of a bummer. Fortunately it’s possible to correct this …read more
 
Chinese AI labs account for nine of Artificial Analysis' top 10 text-to-video models, gaining global adoption and potentially an edge in building world models (Catherine Thorbecke/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:30:01 GMT

Catherine Thorbecke / Bloomberg:
Chinese AI labs account for nine of Artificial Analysis' top 10 text-to-video models, gaining global adoption and potentially an edge in building world models — New large language models like Moonshot's Kimi K3 have dominated the debate about China's artificial intelligence ambitions.

 
As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing - AP News - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT
As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
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.
 
Sources: the UK Royal Navy removed internet connectivity from its drones' cameras, after finding they sent "heartbeat communications" to an IP address in China (Richard Holmes/Telegraph) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:50:01 GMT

Richard Holmes / Telegraph:
Sources: the UK Royal Navy removed internet connectivity from its drones' cameras, after finding they sent “heartbeat communications” to an IP address in China — Special forces boats set for use in planned Gulf missions were fitted with Chinese-made components

 
Sources: Sony and TSMC plan a $6.3B JV, owned ~60% by Sony and ~40% by TSMC, to mass produce next-gen image sensor chips in Japan's Kumamoto as early as 2029 (Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:25:01 GMT

Nikkei Asia:
Sources: Sony and TSMC plan a $6.3B JV, owned ~60% by Sony and ~40% by TSMC, to mass produce next-gen image sensor chips in Japan's Kumamoto as early as 2029 — TOKYO/KUMAMOTO, Japan/TAIPEI — Sony Group and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) plan to begin mass production …

 
How Does Your Samsung Galaxy Watch Measure Antioxidant Levels? - bgr.com - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:17:00 GMT
How Does Your Samsung Galaxy Watch Measure Antioxidant Levels? bgr.com
 
Sources: as Spotify tests a skip ahead button that lets some Premium users skip publisher-sold podcast ads and filler content, audio networks raise concerns (Max Tani/Semafor) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:55:04 GMT

Max Tani / Semafor:
Sources: as Spotify tests a skip ahead button that lets some Premium users skip publisher-sold podcast ads and filler content, audio networks raise concerns — Spotify is terrifying much of the podcast industry with a tiny little widget. — Last week, the audio streaming giant tweaked …

 
Sources: Chinese regulators have told banks to back tech companies, but lenders still prefer stable cash flows and profitability over loss-making tech startups (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:30:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Chinese regulators have told banks to back tech companies, but lenders still prefer stable cash flows and profitability over loss-making tech startups — The strategy marks a break from Beijing's reliance on subsidies and state funding. — Even by the frothy standards of the AI era …

 
Moore Threads reports H1 revenue up 147% YoY to ~$258M, a net loss of $1.72M, and plans a Hong Kong listing, after its stock rose 420%+ since its Shanghai IPO (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:15:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Moore Threads reports H1 revenue up 147% YoY to ~$258M, a net loss of $1.72M, and plans a Hong Kong listing, after its stock rose 420%+ since its Shanghai IPO — Artificial intelligence chipmaker Moore Threads Technology Co. said it plans to list in Hong Kong at an “appropriate time” …

 
7 Common Issues With The Toyota GR Corolla Hot Hatch - SlashGear - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:15:00 GMT
  1. 7 Common Issues With The Toyota GR Corolla Hot Hatch SlashGear
  2. 'A Premium 6-Cylinder Sports Car Is Cheaper Than A Corolla' - Toyota's GR Supra Vs. GRMN Corolla CarBuzz
  3. Toyota's Manual 2026 GR Corolla Is 0.7 Seconds Quicker To 60 And 100 Now, But It Still Runs Hot Carscoops
  4. 2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla First Look - Turning the GR Corolla Up to 11 Yahoo
  5. 2026 Toyota GR Corolla Premium Plus review WUWM
 
Retrotechtacular: A View of the Moon from 1964 - Hack a Day Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:00:48 GMT
If you didn’t live through it, it is hard to understand how excited the general public was about the race for the moon. You can capture some of it by …read more
 
15 Mini Gadgets That Can Easily Fit Into Your Pocket Or Backpack - SlashGear - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT
15 Mini Gadgets That Can Easily Fit Into Your Pocket Or Backpack SlashGear
 
Tel Aviv-based QuantHealth, a provider of AI clinical trial simulation software, raised a $45M Series B led by Qumra Capital, taking its total funding to ~$70M (Cailey Gleeson/Fierce Healthcare) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:15:02 GMT

Cailey Gleeson / Fierce Healthcare:
Tel Aviv-based QuantHealth, a provider of AI clinical trial simulation software, raised a $45M Series B led by Qumra Capital, taking its total funding to ~$70M — series B funding funding round Artificial Intelligence — QuantHealth, which uses artificial intelligence …

 
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Demand Drives September Launch - Forbes - Google Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:27:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Demand Drives September Launch Forbes
  2. Apple Gears Up for September iPhone Launch With Retail Employee Lottery Bloomberg.com
  3. iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro: All expected differences PhoneArena
  4. Analyst Suggests Apple iPhone Pro Will Start at $1,39 Due to Ongoing Memory Crisis IGN
  5. iPhone 18 Pro could have limited availability right after launch: report 9to5Mac
 
An Australian user's OpenClaw agent running Claude exploited a gym API flaw and kicked another member off, after the user asked it to move him up the waitlist (ABC) - Techmeme Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:43 GMT

ABC:
An Australian user's OpenClaw agent running Claude exploited a gym API flaw and kicked another member off, after the user asked it to move him up the waitlist — By national AI reporter Cam Wilson and the Specialist Reporting Team's Rhiannon Hobbins — abc.net.au/news/ai-assistant-hacks- gym-website-aus-cyber-attack/107007986

 
Move 37 Is the Moment AI Changes Everything. It’s Suddenly Happening Everywhere. - WSJ - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:32:02 GMT
Move 37 Is the Moment AI Changes Everything. It’s Suddenly Happening Everywhere. WSJ
 
Hackaday Links: August 9, 2026 - Hack a Day Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:00:40 GMT
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Bad news for anyone who was hoping for some relief from the memory shortage — Digitimes is reporting that the production capacity of major players such as Samsung, Micron, and …read more
 
The next year Call of Duty will introduce a new sub-series to replace Black Ops and Modern Warfare - GameGPU - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:50:49 GMT
The next year Call of Duty will introduce a new sub-series to replace Black Ops and Modern Warfare GameGPUSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
id Software’s Chris Hays Says Morale Has Never Been Lower - Insider Gaming - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:15:57 GMT
  1. id Software’s Chris Hays Says Morale Has Never Been Lower Insider Gaming
  2. 'They Fundamentally Don't Understand Art' — Doom Dev Blasts Xbox After Microsoft 'Gutted' id Software With Layoffs IGN
  3. Id Software Vet Claims Xbox Doesn't Understand Art Or Games Kotaku
  4. Doom Developer Harshly Criticizes Microsoft: "They Don't Understand the Art of Game Development" ixbt.games
  5. id Software (DOOM) is going through one of the worst periods in all its history Instant Gaming News
 
After New York and Texas added statewide data center restrictions, 500+ US towns and counties have passed bans or restrictions, up from 300+ in late June (Shane Burke/The Information) - Techmeme Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:10:01 GMT

Shane Burke / The Information:
After New York and Texas added statewide data center restrictions, 500+ US towns and counties have passed bans or restrictions, up from 300+ in late June — Local government resistance to data center development accelerated this summer, a warning sign for big AI companies such as Anthropic …

 
Fallout 76 Creative Director Promises ‘Dark Content’ Coming Soon - Insider Gaming - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:53:56 GMT
Fallout 76 Creative Director Promises ‘Dark Content’ Coming Soon Insider Gaming
 
Sony Will Remain Mum On PlayStation Disc Making Process - Kotaku - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:51:08 GMT
  1. Sony Will Remain Mum On PlayStation Disc Making Process Kotaku
  2. How PlayStation and Xbox disc games are made Game File | Stephen Totilo
  3. Publishers to save $10+ on every $70 game by eliminating discs, new report indicates TweakTown
  4. Here's why Sony is ditching discs: The real cost of physical games revealed ixbt.games
  5. Physical Games Cost Around 15% Of The Retail Price, A Bit Over $10 For A $70 Title Tech4Gamers
 
4 Of The Best Selling HDMI Splitters On Amazon Worth Buying - bgr.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:17:00 GMT
4 Of The Best Selling HDMI Splitters On Amazon Worth Buying bgr.com
 
The Stages of Grief in Repairing a Trinitron Found in the Trash - Hack a Day Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:00:28 GMT
Sometimes you see a project just staring at you with proverbial puppy dog eyes and you just cannot look away. In the case of a once rather nice Sony TV …read more
 
The Stages Of Grief In Repairing A Trinitron Found In The Trash - Hackaday - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Stages Of Grief In Repairing A Trinitron Found In The Trash Hackaday
 
Rumored, Never-to-Be-Released Apple Feature May Have Been Too Much Truth for Most Consumers - Gizmodo - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:46:14 GMT
  1. Rumored, Never-to-Be-Released Apple Feature May Have Been Too Much Truth for Most Consumers Gizmodo
  2. This scrapped Apple Upgrade feature would’ve made setup much more seamless 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Upgrade was going to feature a luxurious delivery component that never got finalized PhoneArena
  4. Apple Upgrade plan to preload your data nixed over privacy optics AppleInsider
  5. Apple Scrapped 'White-Glove' Setup Feature for Apple Upgrade Over Privacy Concerns iClarified
 
What Is J-B Weld Used For And What Should It Not Be Used On? - SlashGear - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:45:00 GMT
What Is J-B Weld Used For And What Should It Not Be Used On? SlashGear
 
A look at Chinese state-owned investment bank CICC, which sponsored multibillion-dollar listings of China's tech champions, including CXMT and Zhongji Innolight (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT

Financial Times:
A look at Chinese state-owned investment bank CICC, which sponsored multibillion-dollar listings of China's tech champions, including CXMT and Zhongji Innolight — CICC has become a dominant financier in Beijing's drive to compete with US in tech race — China's top investment bank …

 
4 Reasons Why People Ditch Their Alexa Devices - SlashGear - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:15:00 GMT
4 Reasons Why People Ditch Their Alexa Devices SlashGear
 
I mounted Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox as one folder on my PC with a single free tool - MakeUseOf - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:01:12 GMT
I mounted Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox as one folder on my PC with a single free tool MakeUseOf
 
A misleading headline made people think AI was replacing 911 dispatchers - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:40:00 GMT

New Orleans is using artificial intelligence in a limited part of its 911 operation: screening some duplicate calls about vehicle crashes when human call-takers are unavailable.

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How To Use Claude's Voice Mode - Engadget - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
How To Use Claude's Voice Mode Engadget
 
How to use Claude's voice mode - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Anthropic's chatbot can be very vocal, if you want it to be.
 
Modder bypasses GeForce NOW interface to reach the Windows desktop - Neowin - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:32:00 GMT
  1. Modder bypasses GeForce NOW interface to reach the Windows desktop Neowin
  2. GeForce NOW exploit unlocks full Windows desktop, and modders are using it to run local AI Sportskeeda Tech
  3. GeForce NOW Modders Manage to Run the Full Windows Desktop eTeknix
  4. Modders gain full Windows desktop access on GeForce NOW VideoCardz.com
 
Nintendo maintenance schedule – August 9, 2026 – Switch Online downtime coming soon - Nintendo Everything - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:30:40 GMT
Nintendo maintenance schedule – August 9, 2026 – Switch Online downtime coming soon Nintendo Everything
 
I used Gemini to plan and budget my vacation; I'm never doing it any other way - Android Police - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:30:16 GMT
  1. I used Gemini to plan and budget my vacation; I'm never doing it any other way Android Police
  2. How Gemini plans such detailed vacation itineraries for you blog.google
  3. I let Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini plan my entire vacation, and the results weren't what I expected xda-developers.com
  4. Connecting Italian Destinations in the Age of AI Il Mattino
  5. On holiday with Artificial Intelligence: the bespoke algorithm Il Sole 24 ORE
 
Here's how to format a USB drive on Windows - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
There are several scenarios that might require you to format a USB drive. But don't worry -- We'll show you how.
 
This wearable patch could get you into REM sleep 43 minutes faster - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:22:00 GMT

The device works by combining two things that don't usually go together in a wearable: gentle ultrasound stimulation and electrodes that read brain activity. This allows it to reach deep brain regions associated with REM sleep while also tracking the brain's response in real time from outside the skull.

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Sources: Apple is testing CXMT's RAM chips, but needs to share technical details with CXMT to make custom versions, which is blocked by US tech transfer rules (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:15:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: Apple is testing CXMT's RAM chips, but needs to share technical details with CXMT to make custom versions, which is blocked by US tech transfer rules — Maker of iPhones talks to China's CXMT, but any deal would be politically sensitive — Apple has been testing memory chips …

 
The Chinese Smart Glasses Proving that Smart Glasses can be Repairable - Hack a Day Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:00:48 GMT
It’s often claimed that wearable devices cannot have user-replaceable batteries or even be serviceable at all due to how compact and waterproof they must be, yet there are plenty of …read more
 
The Pixel 11 is just what Google needs to fix its broken phones - Android Police - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:00:16 GMT
  1. The Pixel 11 is just what Google needs to fix its broken phones Android Police
  2. People are leaving Google Pixel and I finally understand why How-To Geek
  3. Are Pixel users nothing more than beta testers? PhoneArena
  4. It's 2026, and I still can't trust Google's Pixel phones Android Authority
  5. The Pixel 11 won’t be exciting – what do you want next year? 9to5Google
 
The Chinese Smart Glasses Proving That Smart Glasses Can Be Repairable - Hackaday - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The Chinese Smart Glasses Proving That Smart Glasses Can Be Repairable Hackaday
 
Framework’s Data Breach Revealed Customer Data: Here’s What to Know - CNET Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:35:41 GMT
The computer company has notified all customers of a data breach.
 
How to use ChatGPT's new, more natural Voice Mode for conversations - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Talking to ChatGPT just got a lot less awkward.
 
Rare Nintendo cartridges discovered in Waukesha storage box - WISN - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:29:00 GMT
  1. Rare Nintendo cartridges discovered in Waukesha storage box WISN
  2. Rare Super Mario games found in Wisconsin FOX6 News Milwaukee
  3. Rare Nintendo cartridges of Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt found in Waukesha, Wisconsin storage could be worth millions ABC7 Chicago
  4. A Wisconsin Shop Nearly Sold These Old Mario Games For $15 Each. Then Collectors Saw What Was Inside The Box Yahoo Life UK
  5. Box of rare Nintendo games found in Waukesha could be worth millions WEAU
 
Steam Deck can now do something Sony usually charges £200 for thanks to this new cloud-streaming app - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:16:25 GMT
  1. Steam Deck can now do something Sony usually charges £200 for thanks to this new cloud-streaming app Eurogamer.net
  2. You Can Now Play PS5 Games Without Owning the Console DualShockers
  3. The Asobi: Remote Play manages to turn the Steam Deck into a PlayStation Portal Instant Gaming News
  4. PlayStation Plus cloud service is now available on Valve's portable console. GameGPU
  5. PlayStation games can now be streamed on Steam Deck and Steam Machine - no PS5 console needed ixbt.games
 
Amazon’s $86 2-in-1 laptop and tablet has fully-integrated AI features - thestreet.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT
  1. Amazon’s $86 2-in-1 laptop and tablet has fully-integrated AI features thestreet.com
  2. Walmart is selling a 2-in-1 laptop and tablet for just $76 in time for back-to-school season Yahoo Tech
  3. Walmart’s bestselling 11-inch tablet is now only $120 AOL.com
  4. Walmart has a $200 Android tablet that’s perfect for back-to-school season for 56% off Currently.com
  5. Walmart’s AI-enabled 2-in-1 laptop and tablet is now $90 Yahoo Tech
 
Memory prices have erased 20 years of progress in a single year, researcher says - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:05:00 GMT

According to computer science researcher and software performance expert Daniel Lemire, skyrocketing memory prices are a "historical anomaly," with the unprecedented increases effectively erasing decades of steady, exponential cost reductions.

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AMD FSR 4.1 costs RX 7800 XT up to 10% performance versus FSR 3.1 - VideoCardz.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:00:53 GMT
  1. AMD FSR 4.1 costs RX 7800 XT up to 10% performance versus FSR 3.1 VideoCardz.com
  2. Cyberpunk 2077 causes white artifacts on Radeon RX 9070 GameGPU
  3. The FPS Review Weekender: FSR 4.1 Costs Radeon RX 7000 Owners 7 Percent and Is Still Worth It, Plus 12 More Hardware Reviews The FPS Review
  4. The combined activation of FSR 4 and RT causes artifacts in Cyberpunk 2077 GameGPU
  5. Upgrading to FSR 4.1 reduces frame rates on RDNA 3 graphics cards GameGPU
 
Quotes Of The Week: Ted Lasso, Lucky, The Shards, Stuart Fails To Save The Universe, And More - TVLine - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Quotes Of The Week: Ted Lasso, Lucky, The Shards, Stuart Fails To Save The Universe, And More TVLine
 
Foldable 'iPhone Ultra 3' Rumored to Feature Larger Displays - MacRumors - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:55:37 GMT
  1. Foldable 'iPhone Ultra 3' Rumored to Feature Larger Displays MacRumors
  2. Of course, Apple's already planning a third-gen iPhone Fold AppleInsider
  3. iPhone Ultra colors: New leak reveals silver and dark blue 9to5Mac
  4. Did Caviar just spill the beans on the iPhone Ultra and the iPhone 18 Pro design, specs and release date? - GSMArena.com news gsmarena.com
  5. Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone Ultra upgrade may solve the wrong problem PhoneArena
 
How to hide and unhide an app on your iPhone or iPad (and why you may want to) - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
There are several smart reasons most people should be hiding apps on their iPhone or iPad. Here's how to do it.
 
This Battlefield 6 player somehow got a full refund with 470 hours on the clock - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:28:46 GMT
  1. This Battlefield 6 player somehow got a full refund with 470 hours on the clock Eurogamer.net
  2. Battlefield 6 fan played 470 hours but was disappointed by the update and requested a refund from Valve ixbt.games
  3. Battlefield 2042 reportedly prompts rare Steam refund after 470 hours en.softonic.com
  4. Steam Reportedly Refunded a Battlefield 6 Player After 470 Hours Due to Rush Mode Being Removed eTeknix
  5. Major Battlefield 6 Controversy Lands Player With 470 Hours A Refund TheGamer
 
Scientists Dressed Up As Batman Had An Unexpected Effect On Local Residents - bgr.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:17:00 GMT
Scientists Dressed Up As Batman Had An Unexpected Effect On Local Residents bgr.com
 
A jailbreak for iOS 26 is finally here, 326 days after launch - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:56:00 GMT

The release also adds compatibility with devices running iOS 16.5.1 through iOS 17.3.1. That widens the range of iPhones, iPads, and Apple silicon devices that can run Dopamine, particularly older firmware versions that were not previously covered.

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Lies of P developer teases next game will be 'fun and emotionally moving' – but won't say what it is - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:42:18 GMT
  1. Lies of P developer teases next game will be 'fun and emotionally moving' – but won't say what it is Eurogamer.net
  2. Lies of P 2 enters full-scale development: devs admit pressure to top the original en.softonic.com
  3. "Spider-Man: A New Day" Grossed $1.67 Billion in 12 Days - Analysts Expect a New Historic Record ixbt.games
  4. Games Created by Gamers: The Philosophy Continues in the Next Project of Lies of P 게임메카
  5. NEOWIZ and NOUGH Studio Provide an Inside Look at the Development of Lies of P Games Press
 
The downsides of switching from iPhone to Android - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
If you're considering ditching iOS for an Android device, make sure you know what you might be losing.
 
8 Snacks and Guilty-Pleasure Foods Chefs Can’t Live Without  - CNET Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:25:45 GMT
I asked chefs about the snacks, ingredients and guilty pleasure foods they can’t stop buying.
 
Transmitting Analog Video Via Frikkin’ Laser Beams - Hack a Day Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:00:21 GMT
Transmitting analog video via photons is old hat: that’s how everything started, after all, back in the day with over-the-air TV. Up the frequency of those photons from radio to …read more
 
This ‘adversarial’ pattern can prevent surveillance cameras from detecting you - TechCrunch - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. This ‘adversarial’ pattern can prevent surveillance cameras from detecting you TechCrunch
  2. Can Your Clothes Really Break AI Surveillance? How Hackers Are Outsmarting Facial Recognition PCMag
  3. digital camouflage turns computational noise into wearable shield against AI surveillance Designboom
  4. A researcher announced the creation of patterns designed to prevent detection by cameras UA.NEWS
  5. AI camouflage reportedly passed one camera test. Proof is still thin techi.com
 
Windows 11's built-in Weather app wastes more than 1 GB of RAM - notebookcheck.net - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:50:00 GMT
  1. Windows 11's built-in Weather app wastes more than 1 GB of RAM notebookcheck.net
  2. Windows 11’s Weather app uses ~1GB RAM, Linux apps a fraction OMG! Ubuntu
  3. Windows 11 Weather App Alone Can Consume Over 1GB of Memory Tech4Gamers
  4. Windows 11 Weather App Consumes Excessive RAM Zamin.uz
  5. Microsoft's Windows 11 Weather App Gobbles Up 1.6 GB of RAM, Undermining Efficiency Push finance.biggo.com
 
The pros and cons of the switch to digital games - Engadget Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
More gaming companies are moving toward stopping production of game discs and cartridges. Is it a bad thing?
 
Meta CTO says employees should use AI productivity gains to do more work, calls request for extra days off "very dumb" - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:01:00 GMT

Bosworth gave his Victorian workhouse-style opinion on what employees should do with their free time from AI-related productivity gains at a July Q&A, reports Business Insider.

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‘What About Garmin?’ I Tested the Company’s Answer to Whoop - WSJ - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. ‘What About Garmin?’ I Tested the Company’s Answer to Whoop WSJ
  2. Garmin Cirqa Accuracy Deep-Dive Review (vs Whoop 5.0, Fitbit Air, Amazfit Helio, Polar Loop) DC Rainmaker
  3. Garmin Enters Headless Tracker Market with Screenless Cirqa Smart Band EFTM
  4. Garmin CIRQA – All the Bugs So Far the5krunner
  5. Garmin Cirqa's screenless 'focus band' has helped me take my mind off Strava — and I'm loving running purely off vibes again TechRadar
 
Round Up: The Reviews For Pokémon Pokopia: Bubbly Basin Are In - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: The Reviews For Pokémon Pokopia: Bubbly Basin Are In Nintendo Life
  2. Pokémon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin Impressions – A Super-Effective Splash Game Informer
  3. Pokémon's Newest DLC Still Falls Short of Palworld In One Major Way Polygon.com
  4. Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC Part 1, Bubbly Basin is set to release on 5 August! Announcing additional information on Part 2 of the Paid DLC! There’s more new details on the Ver. 2.0.0 Free software update will be released on the same day! nintendo.com
  5. ‘Pokémon Pokopia’ 2.0 Patch Notes: An Enormous, Welcome Update Forbes
 
Apple TV vs. Fire TV vs. Google TV vs. Roku: Every Major Smart TV Platform Compared - PCMag - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:18:31 GMT
Apple TV vs. Fire TV vs. Google TV vs. Roku: Every Major Smart TV Platform Compared PCMag
 
Cranky Hour on the Upper West Side - West Side Rag - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:08:22 GMT
Cranky Hour on the Upper West Side West Side Rag
 
13 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar - Gear Patrol - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. 13 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar Gear Patrol
  2. Gadget Trends That Will Shape 2026 and Beyond Investment Guru
 
The Complicated Case of Passing On Your Digital Estate - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
There’s no perfect way to transfer possession of your digital assets to your loved ones after you’re gone. But there are things you can do now to make the process easier for them.
 
I Gamed on a 4GB GPU in 2026: AMD is Repeating its Worst Radeon Mistake - TechSpot Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:22:00 GMT
AMD is bringing 4GB graphics cards back in 2026. We tested the Radeon RX 6500 XT across 12 modern games to see what that means for buyers, and the results are every bit as bad as we feared all along.
 
Gran Turismo 7’s August 2026 Update is Coming Soon: Adds Four New Cars - GTPlanet - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:12:49 GMT
  1. Gran Turismo 7’s August 2026 Update is Coming Soon: Adds Four New Cars GTPlanet
  2. Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges: BAC to the Future GTPlanet
  3. Three New Gran Turismo 7 Time Trials for August of 2026 autoevolution
  4. Four ‘niche’ cars for Gran Turismo 7’s next update Traxion.GG
  5. Gran Turismo 7 August 2026 update: Four new cars teased BoxThisLap
 
4 Best Compression Boots: Therabody, Hyperice, and More (2026) - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:04:00 GMT
Whether you’re training hard, traveling often, or dealing with poor circulation, these are the best compression boots for anyone looking for better muscle recovery.
 
The World's Vegetables Are Vanishing, And It's Quietly Wrecking Our Diets - ScienceAlert - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:01:41 GMT
The World's Vegetables Are Vanishing, And It's Quietly Wrecking Our Diets ScienceAlert
 
Mount Toba eruption doesn't seem like it could nearly kill our species - ArsTechnica Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:00:14 GMT
The massive Toba eruption seems to have had little climate impact.
 
Dominus Automa is a new MMORPG "for busy adults who don't have endless hours to play" - PCGamesN - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:48:19 GMT
  1. Dominus Automa is a new MMORPG "for busy adults who don't have endless hours to play" PCGamesN
  2. Dominus Automa Has Launched Its Multiplayer Playtest on Steam COGconnected
  3. Dominus Automa Playtest Launched on Steam - MMORPG with Automatic Progression for "Busy Adults" ixbt.games
  4. Dominus Automa's Multiplayer Playtest Is Live, Letting Your Hero Grind Even When You're Offline GameDaily
 
Leaked emails: Blizzard is now Xbox's "top performing studio" - Windows Central - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:42:52 GMT
  1. Leaked emails: Blizzard is now Xbox's "top performing studio" Windows Central
  2. Overwatch Rebrand Pays Off With Its Best Quarter Since Overwatch 2 Launched VICE
  3. Blizzard Reportedly Leads Xbox as 'Top-Performing' Studio Thanks to Overwatch and Diablo IGN
  4. Xbox Leak Reveals Its New Highest-Earning Studio That Takes the Top Spot Among Its Companies player.one
  5. Blizzard Was Xbox's 'Top Performing Studio' in FY 2026 VGChartz
 
Meetily Lets You Transcribe and Summarize Meetings Without a Subscription—Here’s How - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
There are endless ways to record and transcribe your virtual meetings with AI. Here’s an option that’s free and open source.
 
'If You're Not a Netflix Subscriber, You Definitely Should Be' — Take-Two Boss Teases Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look - IGN - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:26:04 GMT
  1. 'If You're Not a Netflix Subscriber, You Definitely Should Be' — Take-Two Boss Teases Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look IGN
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Rockstar Games
  3. ‘GTA 6’ to Debut ‘Extended Look’ on Netflix and YouTube on Aug. 27 Variety
  4. Can GTA 6 Replicate the Greatest Video Game Launch of All Time? Polygon.com
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix Netflix
 
American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on family fun and medical marvels - foxnews.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:00:43 GMT
American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on family fun and medical marvels foxnews.com
 
New 140W Touchscreen Travel Adapter For Smart Tech On The Move - Forbes - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
New 140W Touchscreen Travel Adapter For Smart Tech On The Move Forbes
 
TCL Note A1 Nxtpaper Review (2026): A Hybrid Tablet for Taking Notes and Watching Video - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
TCL’s hybrid tablet-digital notebook tries to be the best of both worlds, and it mostly succeeds.
 
The 12 Best Anime to Watch if You Think You Hate Anime - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Japan’s strongest media export makes a solid case for your attention span. Here’s what to watch.
 
This Week in Gaming (Week 33) - TechPowerUp - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:42:29 GMT
  1. This Week in Gaming (Week 33) TechPowerUp
  2. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14 XBOX Wire
  3. These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (August 10-14) Pure Xbox
  4. Out this week: Madden NFL 27, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, Duskfade, Skatesterre, Wild Blue Skies, more Games Asylum
  5. 25 New XBOX Games Are Coming August 10—14 Windows Report
 
8 Best Workout Headphones & Earbuds: Beats, Bose, Apple (2026) - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:37:00 GMT
Not every great pair of headphones belongs in the gym. These do, thanks to their secure fit, durable design, and impeccable sound.
 
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard so they could be closer to their grandchildren - Business Insider - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:36:00 GMT
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard so they could be closer to their grandchildren Business Insider
 
These AI Barons Are Ready to Give Away Their Fortunes - Wired Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A new generation of philanthropists made rich by artificial intelligence are preparing to give away their vast wealth. What should we make of a multi-billion-dollar pinky promise?
 
Two new Meowth Pokémon cards have been revealed for international cat day - wargamer.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:23:25 GMT
  1. Two new Meowth Pokémon cards have been revealed for international cat day wargamer.com
  2. See Meowth and Alolan Meowth from Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Pokemon.com
  3. Meowth, Alolan Meowth, and Their Illustration Rares from "30th Celebration" Revealed! PokeBeach
  4. The First Meowth Cards Revealed for ‘30th Celebration’ are Illustration Rares Joseph Writer Anderson
  5. Celebrating 30 years of Pokémon RNZ
 
Exactly 10 years later, I've revisited the original No Man's Sky, and, you know what? I think it was always good, actually - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. Exactly 10 years later, I've revisited the original No Man's Sky, and, you know what? I think it was always good, actually Eurogamer.net
  2. 10 Years Ago Today, One of Gaming’s Most Controversial Releases Launched — Now Fans Love It Men's Journal
  3. Ten Years in a "Sky Without Men": The Amazing Redemption Story of No Man's Sky ixbt.games
  4. No Man’s Sky Turns 10: Fans Chase Launch-Day Player Record on Aug. 9, 2026 Shane the Gamer
  5. No Man's Sky's Updates Completely Redeemed A Rocky Launch GameTyrant
 
Nvidia DLSS 5 Ships This Fall, Skips RTX 40 Cards [2026] - tech-insider.org - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Nvidia DLSS 5 Ships This Fall, Skips RTX 40 Cards [2026] tech-insider.org
 
Deals: Galaxy Z Flip8 gets a discount out of the gate, Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra also on sale - GSMArena.com news - gsmarena.com - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:02:02 GMT
  1. Deals: Galaxy Z Flip8 gets a discount out of the gate, Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra also on sale - GSMArena.com news gsmarena.com
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: your passport to a folding phone future The Guardian
  3. Samsung Officially Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, Z Flip8, Watch Ultra2, and Watch9 samsung.com
  4. Samsung Galaxy Z series foldables are breaking pre-order records in the US and Korea Mashable
  5. T-Mobile Offering Free Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, $1,900 Phone Seen Throughout 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' The Hollywood Reporter
 
Madden 27 Global Release Time: When Can You Start Playing? - Athlon Sports - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:30:00 GMT
  1. Madden 27 Global Release Time: When Can You Start Playing? Athlon Sports
  2. Madden NFL 27 Review So Far IGN
  3. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Early Access Trial Available Now With EA Play XBOX Wire
  4. Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica and Styx Lead ‘Madden NFL 27′ Soundtrack Ultimate Classic Rock
  5. Apple Arcade just added all-new Madden NFL 27, the ultimate football game 9to5Mac
 
First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered - Nintendo Everything - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:25:50 GMT
  1. First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Nintendo Everything
  2. Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 performance struggles in pre release date video leak notebookcheck.net
  3. Nintendo eShop file size round-up for Aug. 9th, 2026 (Madden, The Elder Scrolls 4 & more) gonintendo.com
  4. Oblivion Remastered Surprises on Nintendo Switch 2. The Game Maintains 30 FPS ixbt.games
  5. The Switch 2 version of Oblivion Remastered gets a new video, with noticeable FPS drops Instant Gaming News
 
Driven Just 9K Miles, This 1977 BMW E21 Is About As Frozen In Time As It Gets - Carscoops - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:47:02 GMT
  1. Driven Just 9K Miles, This 1977 BMW E21 Is About As Frozen In Time As It Gets Carscoops
  2. Somehow, This 1977 BMW 320i Was Driven Just 9000 Miles in 49 Years Car and Driver
  3. This 9000-Mile BMW E21 3 Series Is a Time Machine BimmerLife
  4. Someone Is Selling A 1977 BMW 320i With Just 9,000 Original Miles Yahoo Autos
 
Microsoft confirms it accidentally installed new OneDrive app on Windows 11 PCs, and there's no easy way to remove it yet - Windows Latest - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:45:45 GMT
  1. Microsoft confirms it accidentally installed new OneDrive app on Windows 11 PCs, and there's no easy way to remove it yet Windows Latest
  2. Microsoft accidentally rolled out a OneDrive app to everyone's PCs, and there's no simple way to fix it xda-developers.com
  3. Microsoft accidentally gave Windows 11 users another OneDrive app, and you can't easily remove it Digital Trends
  4. Following backlash, Microsoft rushes to add uninstall option for unwanted OneDrive feature Neowin
  5. Microsoft admits it force-installed AI-powered OneDrive on Windows 11, says it's not training on your faces (really) Windows Latest
 
Apple tests iOS 26.6.1 update - PhoneArena - Google Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:24:57 GMT
  1. Apple tests iOS 26.6.1 update PhoneArena
  2. iOS 26.6.1 likely coming soon as Apple speeds up iPhone updates 9to5Mac
  3. Evidence Points to an Imminent Release for the iOS 26.6.1 Update Geeky Gadgets
  4. iOS 26.6.1 imminent: Apple internally testing quick follow-up update for iPhones MacDailyNews
  5. Apple is preparing another update. iOS 26.6.1 may arrive in just a few days Letem světem Applem
 
I upgraded from the M1 MacBook Air to the M5, and here’s what changed for me - Digital Trends - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 23:09:00 GMT
I upgraded from the M1 MacBook Air to the M5, and here’s what changed for me Digital Trends
 
THQ Nordic says it has 12 unannounced games in development - videogameschronicle.com - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:50:21 GMT
  1. THQ Nordic says it has 12 unannounced games in development videogameschronicle.com
  2. THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: New Worlds, New Stories, New Games, and New Discounts XBOX Wire
  3. Sacred 2 Remaster is coming soon to Nintendo Switch, new teaser shown during THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 RPG Site
  4. Take-Two Confident in Success, Players Will Buy Even More Expensive Consoles for GTA VI ixbt.games
  5. All the highlights of the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 Instant Gaming News
 
3 Audio Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By Bose - bgr.com - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:47:00 GMT
3 Audio Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By Bose bgr.com
 
Millions Of Galaxy Phones Are Weeks Away From Free Samsung Upgrade - Forbes - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:27:04 GMT
  1. Millions Of Galaxy Phones Are Weeks Away From Free Samsung Upgrade Forbes
  2. Eleven months cost Galaxy S23 owners what the Galaxy S24 got by default PhoneArena
  3. Android 17-based One UI 9 to be the last major upgrade for the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE - GSMArena.com news gsmarena.com
  4. Galaxy S25 FE users will get to test One UI 9.0 early SamMobile
  5. One UI 9 Rollout Reportedly Expands to More Galaxy Phones Techgenyz
 
Almost Everything But The Music Sold Out In NIN Quake Collection - Kotaku - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:21:18 GMT
  1. Almost Everything But The Music Sold Out In NIN Quake Collection Kotaku
  2. MachineGames and id Software celebrate Quake™’s 30th Anniversary with a brand-new episode Slayers Club
  3. New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics Ars Technica
  4. Trent Reznor Celebrates Quake 30th Anniversary with Surprise Message and NIN Merch Drop consequence.net
  5. Quake: Dawn of the Machine – Available Today XBOX Wire
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 9, #1155 - CNET Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle No. 1155 for Aug. 9.
 
Beast of Reincarnation PC Performance Analysis - dsogaming.com - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:53:29 GMT
  1. Beast of Reincarnation PC Performance Analysis dsogaming.com
  2. Beast of Reincarnation Review: Boring World, Beguiling Combat Game Informer
  3. It’s a Dog, It’s a Plant, It’s by the Creators of Pokémon The New York Times
  4. Beast of Reincarnation Has a Difficulty Problem Polygon.com
  5. Beast of Reincarnation: Early-Game Tips to Help You Manage the Miasma XBOX Wire
 
How to connect your retro GameCube to a modern TV - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
A single adapter could be all you need.
 
Red Dead Redemption free remaster brings huge overhaul to graphics and gameplay - GAMINGbible - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. Red Dead Redemption free remaster brings huge overhaul to graphics and gameplay GAMINGbible
  2. Red Dead Redemption on PC Transformed with Reality Redemption Mod ixbt.games
 
Flock wanted to put license plate cameras on 350,000 Uber and Lyft dashcams - TechSpot Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:33:00 GMT

A presentation from Flock, obtained by 404 Media, describes abandoned plans to install the company's automatic license plate readers on 350,000 vehicles operated by Uber, Lyft, and other delivery companies in Georgia. The plan could have significantly expanded the surveillance capabilities of the already controversial AI-powered cameras.

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How to get the best battery life from your retro handheld game console - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
There's a smarter way to power vintage portable gaming devices. Give these tips a try.
 
Big Walk's voice chat volume issue has been resolved with its latest patch, but House House are sticking to their guns on its overall design - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:08:58 GMT
  1. Big Walk's voice chat volume issue has been resolved with its latest patch, but House House are sticking to their guns on its overall design Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Big Walk Review IGN
  3. What is friendslop? Inside gaming's fastest-growing trend, including the newest hit Big Walk CBC
  4. Big Walk Review: A Walk To Remember Game Informer
  5. 11 beginner's tips to help you trek along in Big Walk Polygon.com
 
The Super Bee Is Back In The Form Of A 600-HP Dodge Charger Sixpack - Yahoo Autos - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:00:45 GMT
  1. The Super Bee Is Back In The Form Of A 600-HP Dodge Charger Sixpack Yahoo Autos
  2. View Photos of the 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee Launch Edition Car and Driver
  3. The Super Bee Is Back: Dodge's Newest Charger Packs 600 Horsepower Motor1.com
  4. 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee; special colors and new Durango concept Detroit Free Press
  5. Faster Dodge Charger revealed as street racing on Woodward gets underway The Detroit News
 
Wired vs. wireless CarPlay: How are they different & which is better to use? - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
There are advantages and disadvantages to both connection types. Here's how they compare and when you might choose one over the other.
 
Claude Vs ChatGPT: How These AI Assistants Differ - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
In a practical breakdown of how Claude and ChatGPT AI models differ, one tends to fall short when it comes to quality responses and overall user experience.
 
Apple's rumored "Ultra" lineup would include a foldable iPhone, camera AirPods, and a touchscreen MacBook - TechSpot Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:28:00 GMT

The foldable phone, likely to be called the iPhone Ultra, would be Apple's most expensive iPhone to date. Reports put its US starting price between $1,999 and $2,499. Apple is expected to introduce it alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

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SK Hynix is spending $38 billion to build two new chip fabs - TechSpot Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:37:00 GMT

SK Hynix just announced a massive new investment to strengthen its manufacturing capacity for both DRAM and NAND flash products. The South Korean corporation, one of the world's three largest memory manufacturers alongside Samsung and Micron, is going to spend 54 trillion won ($38 billion) to build the new "Y2"...

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Mario Kart 64 in VR is not for the queasy - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
There are worse ways to kill time than Mario Kart 64 in VR -just don't eat beforehand.
 
Your phone's USB-C port does a lot more than just charge - Here's what else it can do - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
A USB-C port presents a lot of options for data transfer and connecting to accessories. Let's talk about some of the most useful ways to employ your USB-C port.
 
Census Proposal Would Stop Counting Undocumented Immigrants—and Ignore Race and Sexual Orientation - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:03:58 GMT
A draft rule reviewed by WIRED would prevent the census from counting undocumented immigrants. To protect against “distortions,” it would also bar questions about race and sexual orientation.
 
A Spa in the Middle of the Desert? It’s Actually a $500,000 Bathroom - WSJ - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
A Spa in the Middle of the Desert? It’s Actually a $500,000 Bathroom WSJ
 
AI framework rooted in cognitive science could complete tasks more efficiently - Tech Xplore - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:40:02 GMT
  1. AI framework rooted in cognitive science could complete tasks more efficiently Tech Xplore
  2. KIST unveils neuromorphic AI training method for an era of low-power intelligence Bioengineer.org
  3. KIST Develops Neuromorphic AI Training Technique to Usher in the Era of Low-Power AI | Newswise Newswise
 
The Top 10 New Cars We’re Most Excited for This Year (So Far) - Gear Patrol - Google Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The Top 10 New Cars We’re Most Excited for This Year (So Far) Gear Patrol
 
The Apple Watch heart rate feature you probably didn't realize existed - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Apple has a not-so-obvious heart rate feature that's worth checking out. Here's what it does and how to use it.
 
Cloudflare says humans could become a "rounding error" as bots generate 1,000 times more internet traffic - TechSpot Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:04:00 GMT

CDN and cybersecurity giant Cloudflare held its Q2 earnings call on Thursday, during which chief financial officer Thomas Seifert gave a concerning prediction about what the web will look like in the future.

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Supernatural's head of fitness on rebooting the VR exercise app after leaving Meta - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
We chatted with Supernatural's Head of Fitness about the company's plans for its VR exercise app.
 
The Sharpest Image Ever Taken of the Sun Reveals a Hidden Phenomenon - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The photograph, taken in visible light, made it possible to observe for the first time the tiny plasma vortices that had been predicted for more than a century.
 
Windows 11 26H2 is a small update with big quality-of-life improvements, expected around October 2026 - TechSpot Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT

Many of the features aimed at power users and IT teams, like Point-in-Time Restore and Cloud Rebuild, have already started rolling out through cumulative updates rather than waiting for 26H2's official release. What 26H2 does is pull those pieces together, alongside a more flexible taskbar and Start menu, a more...

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Here Are the First Images of the Crater Left on the Moon by SpaceX’s Rocket - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The Korea Aerospace Research Institute shared images that show the gash on the surface. It’s pretty small.
 
The Excellent HP OmniBook 5 Is $550 Off Its Retail Price Today - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:34:00 GMT
My favorite budget laptop, the HP OmniBook 5, has an OLED screen and gets great battery life, despite being just $750 right now.
 
The first self-driving vehicle on Mars has proven to be a smashing success - ArsTechnica Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:30:48 GMT
About 90 percent of the distance driven by Perseverance has been autonomous.
 
Big Walk, retro electronic repairs and other new indie games worth checking out - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
We're looking forward to Big Walk, ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs, Pigeon: A Love Story and several others this week.
 
DeepMind’s hurricane breakthrough has surprised weather scientists - ArsTechnica Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:05:50 GMT
Open source WeatherNext model can make accurate predictions with lower-resolution weather data.
 
Best Gaming Laptops (2026): Razer, Asus, Dell, and More - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:01:00 GMT
You don’t want any old gaming laptop. Here’s my take on which to get, based on hundreds of hours of testing.
 
Xteink X4 Pro Pocket E-Reader Review (2026): Fun but Limited - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:36:00 GMT
Xteink’s new X4 Pro e-reader is its best yet, but the lack of an ebook store can be limiting.
 
X is replacing revenue sharing with a new original content rewards program - Engadget Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:31:34 GMT
X is retiring its old rewards-sharing program after September 7.
 
Flock’s Plans for Rideshare Dashcams and Coaching Police, Revealed - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: A judge rules cell tower dumps unconstitutional, water utility hacks spread to a dozen states, a phishing email opens a missile-parts supplier’s inbox, and a ransomware boss gets 16 years.
 
How to Disable Gemini in Gmail and Google Docs - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
New AI toolbars and prompts are showing up in Google Docs and Gmail. If you don’t want Gemini’s help in writing documents and emails, here’s how to turn that stuff off.
 
Sensitive Info Goes Into ‘No Reply’ Emails Constantly. This Guy Sees It All - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Two security researchers bought cheap domains—including noreply.net and deleteduser.com—and set up email listening services. Hundreds of companies are sending them corporate secrets.
 
Hairmax LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex Review: Putting Down New Roots - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:31:00 GMT
Hairmax’s LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex took only 90 seconds per treatment, and it produced visible results along my widening part.
 
Spokane Shows What the New Era of Wildfires Looks Like - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
With rising temperatures and drier conditions, fires are more likely to explode. And with more people living next to forests, the results can be catastrophic.
 
WhatsApp Gets a Handy @all Feature for Group Chats - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new software update builds on WhatsApp’s group chat chops by adding anonymous polls and introducing an easier way to start a smaller private chat away from the larger group.
 
Best Solar Generators for Off-Grid Trips, RVs, and Home Backup - Wired Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
If you want to capture the sun’s power with solar panels, these are the best solar generators I’ve tested.
 
Take-Two's CEO predicts streaming will 10x gaming's install base within three years - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:17:00 GMT

During Take-Two's first-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings call, CEO Strauss Zelnick put a number on it: he expects cloud gaming to reach commercial, low-latency viability within three years, potentially multiplying the effective installed base tenfold. He made the comments while addressing the rising cost of gaming hardware.

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Europe's free satellite service just made it easier to track wildfires - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:48:21 GMT
Copernicus Browser adds wildfire visualization amid record wildfire season.
 
Flesh-eating screwworms feast on humans in Mexico; human cases top 500 - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:09:00 GMT
Six deaths reported among screwworm cases, one directly attributed to the flies.
 
Asus' new monitor software lets you control brightness with your voice, or just let AI do it - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:13:00 GMT

Asus has announced a new update for its DisplayWidget Center software, adding agentic AI and other AI-based features. The tool, which is designed to manage and customize Asus monitors from within the traditional desktop environment, can now enable natural language interactions between users, IT administrators, and "compatible" AI agents for...

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Judge rules Meta caused "public nuisance" and must fund mental health treatment - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:49:27 GMT
New Mexico judge orders $567M fund to help address youth mental health crisis.
 
The ultimate eclipse chase: A Concorde raced against the Moon's shadow - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:00:17 GMT
Fitted with telescopes, the plane did our longest imaging of the Sun's corona.
 
The Chinese Philosopher Americans Can’t Stop Fighting About - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:54:04 GMT
Yiyang Zhuge was already an intellectual celebrity in China. Her viral interview with Christopher Nolan made her famous in the US—and quickly turned her into a political Rorschach test.
 
T-Mobile Just Quietly Killed Its Better Value Phone Plan After Less Than a Year - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:49:43 GMT
The company’s new “2.0” plans and 36-month installment plans provided cover for removing what was billed as a limited-time offer.
 
Framework customer information was accessed as part of a data breach - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:37:26 GMT
Framework's customer database was accessed, but no payment info was released.
 
One of NASA's Mars rovers could find itself promised to the moon instead - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
NASA is planning to use elements of existing tech to learn more about all sides of the moon.
 
Flock's biggest investor also backs a company that can rewrite camera footage - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:29:00 GMT

Andreessen Horowitz, which led Flock's $275 million funding round in March 2025, has also backed Toka, an Israeli cyber-intelligence company that has reportedly developed tools capable of breaking into connected cameras and manipulating their footage.

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Sony might be rebooting its 2020 flagship headphones - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:24:20 GMT
Sony might turn back the clock and revive an older model to save potential buyers some cash.
 
New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:02 GMT
19 new maps continue the story from MachineGames' other campaign additions.
 
Details Leak on OpenAI’s Doughnut-Shaped Speaker - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:58:00 GMT
The ChatGPT maker is reportedly working on a small, portable AI smart speaker, but it better not look too much like Apple’s designs.
 
DOGE's wild, unverifiable savings claims discredited in US government report - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:51:05 GMT
DOGE's inflated "Wall of Receipts": 96% of grant savings unverifiable, GAO says.
 
Weak Passwords Just Exposed Our Water Supply to Iranian Hackers - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:39:50 GMT
Our critical utility infrastructure can make the same classic mistakes as we do with our everyday connected devices.
 
OpenAI’s expensive smart speaker will use moving parts to seem “more alive” - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:36:22 GMT
Gurman report claims OpenAI confirmed the speaker is not an Apple ripoff.
 
How snails engineer their slime - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:25:20 GMT
Collagen and calcium work in tandem to achieve varying mechanical properties of different kinds of mucus.
 
Volkswagen plans to win America back with a pickup, report says - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:13:31 GMT
There's no evidence the truck will be a cheap EV truck, but what if it were?
 
Netflix brings 4K streaming to Chrome, but you probably don't qualify - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:13:00 GMT

Netflix's support for 4K streaming through Chrome on Windows was spotted last month. Now, the media giant has updated its documentation to explain exactly how subscribers can unlock the higher-quality option. However, the move will still leave many users behind, despite bringing 4K playback to the most popular web browser...

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RPCS3 just got a lot faster on Arm, after months of low-level optimization - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:54:00 GMT
PlayStation 3 Emulator RPCS3 is rolling out a major Arm64 upgrade, delivering up to 60% faster performance and 25% lower power draw on supported hardware. Demonstrated on an Ayn Odin 2 handheld, the optimizations make previously unplayable titles like Ninja Gaiden 3 run smoothly and extend across Arm64 builds on Linux, macOS, and Windows, from Apple Silicon to Snapdragon X laptops and handhelds.
 
The 7 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:48:21 GMT
Lanterns, Dark Matter, and the original Star Trek are just a few of the TV shows you should be watching right now.
 
Quake turns 30, and it just got two surprise expansions in one week - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT

During QuakeCon's opening ceremony, id Software and MachineGames released Dawn of the Machine, a free expansion for the original 1996 Quake. MachineGames, the Swedish studio behind the modern Wolfenstein games and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, has previously developed two Quake episodes.

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Trevor Noah Will Host Google’s Pixel 11 Event Next Week - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:14:00 GMT
He’ll be among the many celebrities attending the launch party for the new Pixel devices.
 
I’ve Waited 8 Years for Overwatch’s D.Mon. Her Gameplay Didn’t Disappoint - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
D.Va’s bestie brings a different type of mech gameplay to Overwatch.
 
Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Tech Team Is What DOGE Should Have Been - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mayor of New York City has assembled a crew of Silicon Valley and United States Digital Service veterans to overhaul city services with better software.
 
Report: White House drafting executive order linking vaccines and autism - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:41:34 GMT
Trump determined to link life-saving shots to autism, despite science and political risk.
 
SpaceX and Tesla plan their own natural gas power plants for massive $16.8 billion Texas chip factory - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:16:00 GMT

Riley Trettel, who oversees energy and data center development for SpaceX, said the companies will handle much of the project's power needs themselves.

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Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:13:57 GMT
The use of AI systems to create viruses opens up new possibilities for combating bacterial resistance. It also raises concerns about the pace at which technology is outstripping regulation.
 
Our Favorite Fans Are on Sale to Help With Summer Heat Waves (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:56:51 GMT
We’re still in the dog days of summer—keep your cool with deals on the best fans we’ve tested for on the go and at home.
 
AI chatbots have failed people in crisis. Can that be fixed? - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:49:37 GMT
Clinicians and researchers say AI companies need to open up their safety data.
 
OpenAI's mysterious ChatGPT device is a $300+ doughnut-shaped smart speaker with moving parts - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:44:00 GMT

News of the device, whose journey began when OpenAI announced it was acquiring Ive's AI hardware startup io for $6.5 billion last year, comes from Bloomberg.

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ByteDance trains massive AI model in bid to rival Anthropic - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:29:22 GMT
TikTok owner training a model with 10 trillion parameters.
 
The world's biggest solar telescope caught vortexes on the Sun's surface - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:20:46 GMT
We expected them to be there, but they had previously been too small to see.
 
Google's AI somehow knew a game secret that existed only in a private Google Doc - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The issue began in the game's Discord server, where a player was asking Google's AI questions about Operation Octo. The answers sometimes included details the developer considered unusually specific for a small game.

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Trump is losing his war on wind power - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:58:04 GMT
A court rules that a hold on all wind projects clearly violates the law.
 
Modded Nvidia RTX 2080 Ti with 22GB VRAM is selling on eBay for $500 - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Budget users shopping for a path toward mid-range 4K gaming or heavy AI workloads might want to investigate a Hong Kong-based reseller. The vendor recently began offering Nvidia's RTX 2080 Ti with double its original memory for less than its current average price.

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The Google Pixel Tag is set to rival Apple's AirTag starting August 12 - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:06:00 GMT

Leaked images published by 9to5Google ahead of next week's event show the so-called Pixel Tag adopting a pill-shaped, oblong design rather than the circular form factor favored by its rivals. The device is also expected to incorporate a built-in speaker to help users locate it when misplaced.

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Best Webcams (2026): My Honest Take After Testing the Best - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:32:00 GMT
I tested the best webcams across various prices to find the top option. Here’s what I learned.
 
The 5 Best Laptop Power Banks I've Personally Tested (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
These powerful, high-capacity portable batteries are the best ones when laptop charging is a priority. All have at least 20,000 mAh, enough to charge most laptops twice.
 
Meta's child-safety failures will cost it another $567 million - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:29:00 GMT

The decision resolves the second phase of New Mexico's case against Meta. Following a three-week trial, Judge Bryan Biedscheid concluded that Facebook and Instagram created a public nuisance and significantly contributed to the state's youth mental health crisis. WhatsApp was excluded because the court found that it didn't contribute to...

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Remembering the pre-Google web, when search was an experiment - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:06 GMT
"Most people have completely forgotten how chaotic it really was."
 
3 Best Cheap Gaming Laptops (2026): Lenovo, MSI, Alienware - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
As gaming laptop prices continue to rise, it’s increasingly difficult to find affordable options that aren’t terrible. Here are your best options based on performance and cost.
 
This Kentucky family rejected a $26 million data center offer to protect their farmland - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:58:00 GMT

The anonymous buyer, described as a major AI company, was looking for a large site for a new data center. The Huddleston family's property checked the boxes: a big, contiguous tract in the right location. Farmland in Mason County typically sells for about $6,000 an acre, but the offer reflected...

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Ranking the Best Smart Glasses: Meta, Viture, & More (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
This burgeoning wearable tech lets you talk to an AI assistant, listen to music, or check out a display screen from the comfort of your very own face.
 
The ‘Manosphere’ Isn’t a Movement. It’s a Multibillion-Dollar Grievance Industry - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Many young men are driven to resentment and are financially exploited as influencers sell them classes, pills, and the illusion of clout, a new report reveals.
 
Meta becomes the third AI giant in two weeks to admit its model went rogue - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:16:00 GMT

Meta said that the incident took place during an evaluation being carried out by AI security firm Irregular. The Facebook parent told the BBC that the AI reached the open internet because of a "misconfiguration" by the tester rather than a flaw in the model.

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The Hottest New AI Chatbot Is Just a Guy Answering Your Questions - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
WIRED spoke with Tucker Bryant, an artist and former Google employee who created ChatTJB to get people to reflect on the “strange moment” we’re in.
 
Ratio vs. Simply Good: Which Plastic-Free Coffee Maker Is Best? - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:32:00 GMT
Microplastics are in everything, especially your coffee. A new generation of plastic-free drip coffee brewers is trying to change this.
 
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.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 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.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 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!
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this August 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Ray-Ban Promo Codes: Save 50% in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your frames with major savings on classic shapes, custom designs, and prescription lenses using these verified Ray-Ban discounts.
 
Newegg Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg promo code and discount codes. Save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
HP Coupon Codes and Deals August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
One of China’s Most Powerful AI Models Has Also Escaped Containment - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:16:55 GMT
Security researchers say that Kimi K3, an open-weight model from China, wandered off to the internet in an attempt to cheat on a test it was given.
 
Price Hikes May Be Coming for PC Motherboards Next - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:11:43 GMT
For PC enthusiasts who’ve already lived through SSD price hikes and RAMageddon, there could be more bad news ahead.
 
Nintendo's Switch 2 sells over 23 million units in its first year, outpacing the original's 17 million - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:04:00 GMT

The Switch 2 has sold more than 23 million units in its first year on the market, well ahead of its predecessor's roughly 17 million over the same span. The hybrid console has now also outsold the GameCube's entire five-year run in a single year – a reminder of how...

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Meta Ordered to Pay $567M in New Mexico Child Exploitation Lawsuit - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:32:17 GMT
The ruling is in addition to the $375 million Meta was ordered to pay in the same lawsuit in March.
 
Organ donation group accused of trying to take living man's organs faces shutdown - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:20:50 GMT
The organization, Network for Hope, "strongly disagrees" with Trump admin's decision.
 
Kioxia's new PCIe 6.0 SSDs want to feed GPUs data at a fraction of HBM's price - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:19:00 GMT

Japanese memory manufacturer Kioxia is bringing a new class of super-fast SSDs to the enterprise market. The Kioxia GP1 Series is based on the PCIe 6.0 interface and can leverage the NVMe 2.2 protocol to serve as a middle ground between "pure" NVMe storage solutions and high-bandwidth memory VRAM soldered...

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You Can Now Link More Devices to a Signal Messaging Account - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:12:49 GMT
The company also updated the app to look better on devices with different screen sizes.
 
Explosive drone found hovering near Ukrainian cargo aircraft at German airport - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:01:55 GMT
Russian attack? Explosive drone targeted parked aircraft at Leipzig airport.
 
AirPods Pro 3 get a solid $60 discount, now $189 - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:58:00 GMT
Apple's flagship earbuds combine improved Active Noise Cancellation, personalized Spatial Audio, and heart-rate tracking. At $189, they're a compelling pick for anyone looking to upgrade their wireless audio experience.
 
Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Security researchers tracked and eavesdropped on a WIRED reporter using vulnerabilities in a pink plastic smartwatch. It’s just one piece of a deeply insecure supply chain of GPS-enabled gadgets.
 
Fare Is Fair: Zoox Launching Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:32:19 GMT
Optimized fares will be based on the best route from pickup to drop-off, with the full price shown before you book and no surprises if the robotaxi takes a longer way around.
 
Most People Prefer AI Writing, but That’s Because It’s Trained on Us - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:20:11 GMT
A new study finds that people rated AI-generated stories higher than human-generated stories, especially when told that a human wrote the story.
 
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.
 
Suno Plans New Tools to Make AI-Generated Music More Transparent. Is It Enough? - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:53:29 GMT
Suno plans to flag use of its music generator using audio watermarking and fingerprint technology.
 
Thousands of server motherboards are vulnerable to controller flaws that could give attackers hardware-level control - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:26:00 GMT

Baseboard management controllers, or BMCs, are small computers built into nearly every enterprise server. They have their own firmware, operating system, network stack, and IP address. Administrators use them to reboot machines, install updates, reinstall operating systems, and monitor hardware, even when the main server is powered off or unresponsive.

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Why Normal People Aren’t Using AI Agents - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:55:45 GMT
The tech industry is realizing it needs to build agents based on what regular consumers want, not just what its AI models can do.
 
Dolby Vision 2 is rolling out now, starting with select Hisense TVs - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT

Dolby Vision 2 is the successor to Dolby Vision, the dynamic HDR format that has adjusted brightness and color on a scene-by-scene basis for more than a decade. Dolby unveiled the sequel last September, just ahead of the IFA show in Berlin, then spent the following 11 months gradually answering...

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Flock Highlighted Police Departments Using Its Tech. Now 4 Face Allegations of Misuse - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:31:07 GMT
Flock posted videos on its YouTube channel highlighting at least four police departments whose officers have faced allegations of misusing the company’s tech.
 
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.
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
In a World of Smart Glasses, DuckDuckGo Made Dumb Ones on Purpose - CNET Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:50:45 GMT
They’re just sunglasses. Normal F****** Sunglasses.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
How to Find Out If There Are Flock Cameras Near You - CNET Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:25:29 GMT
The Atlas of Surveillance maintains the largest known database tracking police surveillance technologies across the US.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with men’s soccer captain Dilin Meloni - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The rising senior is passionate about soccer, nuclear fusion, and advocating on behalf of his fellow student-athletes at MIT.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
3D-printed bridge points the way to greener construction - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a framework that folds a printer’s real-world limits into the optimization, while revealing that better hardware could sharply reduce material use.
 
Electric fields help guide neural activity, even from moment to moment - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:25:00 GMT
A new study adds evidence that electric fields in the brain help to organize and shape underlying neural activity via “ephaptic coupling.”
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
Discovery could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient digital displays - MIT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Researchers found a simple solution for extending the lifespans of LEDs made from glowing microscopic particles called quantum dots.
 
New flapping robot swims and flies like a diving bird - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ design could lead to a new class of aerial-aquatic vehicles for ocean exploration.
 
Bringing the data to every sideline - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Henry Wang works with FIFA and other organizations to advance the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed.
 
Disney Agreed to Pay $50 Million to Streaming Subscribers. Here’s How to Claim Your Share - CNET Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:58:09 GMT
Disney has settled a lawsuit alleging it forced higher prices for live TV streaming subscriptions.
 
Time to Fly: Google Earth Opens Its Secret Flight Simulator to All Users - CNET Tue, 16 Jun 2026 02:10:10 GMT
If you can navigate yourself to Google Earth, you can take off and fly.
 
Flat-Top or Grated Grill? A Pitmaster Weighs In - CNET Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:01:03 GMT
Outdoor griddles have gained in popularity, especially among the cleaning-averse. Here’s what an expert thinks about grill surfaces.
 
If You’re Hoping to Collect on Apple’s $250M AI iPhone Settlement, You’ll Have to Wait a Year - CNET Wed, 06 May 2026 18:26:08 GMT
The company will pay some iPhone owners to settle a lawsuit, but following a development last week, it’s clear the legal machine grinds slowly.
 
Your Home Needs These 8 Headache-Free Privacy Boosts - CNET Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:01:05 GMT
Protect your privacy, identity and loved ones with these important home safety steps I’ve tested for the modern world.
 
The Fitness and Recovery Tech I Swear By as a Wellness Expert - CNET Sun, 28 Sep 2025 13:00:04 GMT
These are the products I actually use and recommend for active individuals.
 
The No-Cost Guide to Clearing Out Every Old Computer and Printer in Your Home - CNET Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:25:14 GMT
Getting rid of old computers and printers responsibly is free, accessible and considerably simpler than most people assume.
 
How to Turn Your Favorite Pet Photos Into Cute iPhone Emoji in 4 Easy Steps - CNET Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:00:03 GMT
Sending snapshots of your pet is one thing. Sending a custom emoji is another.
 
I Use This Hidden iPhone Feature to Get My Baby to Sleep Every Night - CNET Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:00:03 GMT
Your iPhone can play ocean or rain sounds to help create a peaceful and serene sleep environment.