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How to watch the Hisense CES 2026 presentation live - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:01:26 GMT
Hisense is generally best known for its budget-friendly electronics and appliances, like TVs and refrigerators. However, at CES 2025, the China-based company showcased its high-end capabilities with a massive 136-inch micro LED TV, which has recently become available for a staggering $100,000. So what's on deck for this year's show? New leadership, for starters.
 
Ukraine has become a live-fire test range for AI drones like the Bumblebee, provided by a secretive Eric Schmidt-led venture, raising alarms in Kremlin circles (C.J. Chivers/New York Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:35:01 GMT

C.J. Chivers / New York Times:
Ukraine has become a live-fire test range for AI drones like the Bumblebee, provided by a secretive Eric Schmidt-led venture, raising alarms in Kremlin circles — As the war grinds on, sophisticated Russian defenses have pushed Ukraine to develop a frightening new weapon: semiautonomous killing machines.

 
Best Air Purifiers of 2026: Our New Lab Testing Shows You Don’t Have to Spend Hundreds on a Good One - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:17:00 GMT
We put a dozen new air purifiers through comprehensive lab testing to find out which ones offer the best particle filtering, noise levels and energy efficiency. Here are our five new winners for the new year.
 
No iPhone 18 Launch This Year, Reports Suggest - MacRumors - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:43:10 GMT
  1. No iPhone 18 Launch This Year, Reports Suggest MacRumors
  2. iPhone 18 Battery Life Boost: How iPhone 18 Performance Efficiency and the Apple A20 Chip Redefine Apple's New Efficiency Core Tech Times
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Max Leaks: 2nm A20 Chip, Variable Aperture, and Under-Display Face ID Geeky Gadgets
  4. Apple accelerates the future of the iPhone: begins testing the 18 Pro in China in February, freezes design, postpones the regular iPhone 18 to 2027 and bets everything on the premium and foldable line CPG Click Petróleo e Gás
  5. iPhone 18 Pro launch date, price in India, specs, design, camera, colors and more: What to expect this year MSN
 
DeepSeek researchers detail a new mHC architecture they used to train 3B, 9B, and 27B models, finding it scaled without adding significant computational burden (Vincent Chow/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:15:01 GMT

Vincent Chow / South China Morning Post:
DeepSeek researchers detail a new mHC architecture they used to train 3B, 9B, and 27B models, finding it scaled without adding significant computational burden — DeepSeek has published a technical paper co-authored by founder Liang Wenfeng proposing a rethink of its core deep learning architecture

 
Pick up a four-pack of AirTags for only $65 right now - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:01:01 GMT
Most Apple products are pretty expensive, but some of the most affordable (and useful) ones are AirTags. The Bluetooth trackers are priced pretty reasonably even when not on sale, but they can be a steal if you can get them on a discount — like right now. A four pack of AirTags is on sale for $65 at Amazon, which is only a few dollars more than the record-low price we saw during Black Friday a couple of months ago.
 
Airloom will showcase its new approach to wind power at CES - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT
One of the many concerns about artificial intelligence these days is how the rush to build data centers is impacting local communities. Data centers can create a drain on resources, and some utility companies have already said customers can expect to see their electricity bills growing as these facilities increase demand. There have been some discussions of what other power sources could support the AI engine, and wind power specialist Airloom is one company that's looking to address the problem. Ahead of the business' upcoming appearance at CES, we've learned a bit about what Airloom has accomplished this year and what it is aiming for next.
 
Apple reportedly cuts production of Vision Pro headset after poor sales - The Guardian - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:45:00 GMT
  1. Apple reportedly cuts production of Vision Pro headset after poor sales The Guardian
  2. Apple cuts Vision Pro production and marketing after weak sales Financial Times
  3. Analysts need Apple Vision Pro to be a flop, whether Apple considers it one or not AppleInsider
  4. Apple Pulls Back Vision Pro Production amid Muted Demand TipRanks
  5. No Apple Vision ‘Air’ in 2026? Why First-Gen Owners May Benefit The Mac Observer
 
ReactOS Starts 2026 With Another "Major Step" Toward Windows NT6 Compatibility - Phoronix - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:42:00 GMT
ReactOS Starts 2026 With Another "Major Step" Toward Windows NT6 Compatibility Phoronix
 
Why You Might Still Need a Landline, Even in 2026 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:24:42 GMT
If you've still got your cordless phone, it could be the only thing keeping you connected to the world when there's a massive mobile outage.
 
Sources: OpenAI ramped up efforts to improve its audio AI models, in preparation for its AI-powered personal device, which is expected to be largely audio-based (Stephanie Palazzolo/The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:10:02 GMT

Stephanie Palazzolo / The Information:
Sources: OpenAI ramped up efforts to improve its audio AI models, in preparation for its AI-powered personal device, which is expected to be largely audio-based — OpenAI is taking steps to improve its audio AI models, in preparation for its eventual release of an AI-powered personal device, said a person with knowledge of the effort.

 
Prime Video: The 30 Absolute Best Shows to Watch - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:01:12 GMT
Here are some highly rated series to check out, plus a look at what's new in January.
 
Tap Here to Get the Best New Year’s Deals Sent Directly to Your Phone - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT
You are one text away from never paying retail again. Join the list and start saving today.
 
The Cutting Truth about Variable Capacitors - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT
If you’ve seen a big air-variable capacitor, you may have noticed that some of the plates may have slots cut into them. Why? [Mr Carlson] has the answer in the …read more
 
Announcing the New Year Warhammer Preview Live! 2026 – your first reveal show of the year - Warhammer Community - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:57:30 GMT
  1. Announcing the New Year Warhammer Preview Live! 2026 – your first reveal show of the year Warhammer Community
  2. Celebrating 20 Years Of BoLS – Happy New Year From The Team! Bell of Lost Souls
  3. Awesome Warhammer Events coming soon to Palm Springs and Nottingham Warhammer Community
  4. HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026! Warhammer 40K Open Thread Bell of Lost Souls
 
MSI Announce Two New 32″ 4th Gen QD-OLED Monitors with DarkArmor Film - TFTCentral - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:31:30 GMT
  1. MSI Announce Two New 32″ 4th Gen QD-OLED Monitors with DarkArmor Film TFTCentral
  2. Asus' new high-end ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 monitor leaks with a 240 Hz QD-OLED display and a BlackShield coating — new coating should offer 40% deeper black levels Tom's Hardware
  3. ASUS teases next-gen OLED tech ahead of CES 2026 OC3D
  4. MSI Unveils 5-Layer Tandem 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitors With Big Upgrades HotHardware
  5. ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W Monitor Review TechPorn
 
Tech startups have started to offer nicotine pouches as a free perk to employees, as some claim the products help them focus despite health hazards (Angel Au-Yeung/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:05:01 GMT

Angel Au-Yeung / Wall Street Journal:
Tech startups have started to offer nicotine pouches as a free perk to employees, as some claim the products help them focus despite health hazards — A nicotine replacement for smokers has started popping up in offices in the tech industry, despite health hazards

 
How to watch the NVIDIA CES 2026 presentation live - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:01:26 GMT
During CES 2025, we watched NVIDIA tout its leading position in the artificial intelligence arena for the bulk of the presentation. But it did reveal some new hardware, including its RTX 5000-series GPUs and Project Digits desktop supercomputer (later redubbed Spark). This year, the company's website says it's "lighting up CES 2026 with the power of AI." To that end, NVIDIA is pulling out all the stops at its Vegas installation, promising hands-on demos in its booth at the Fontainebleau, replete with the "latest NVIDIA solutions driving innovation and productivity across industries."
 
43 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:00:53 GMT
Don't know what to watch? Dig through these Netflix movie picks that span every genre.
 
Best Robot Vacuums: Our Latest Lab Testing Reveals the Best Robots for the New Year - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT
We've completely overhauled our robot vacuum testing to include new checks for pickup power, navigation, obstacle avoidance and more. These are the models that stood out to us in 2026.
 
In 2025, quitting social media felt easier than ever - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT
For a tech writer, being very offline is sort of like being a marathon coach who doesn’t run. So in 2025, I tried to reverse years of studied avoidance towards the most ubiquitous technological phenomenon on earth — I got back on social media. The change was short-lived.
 
Asus Zenscreen Duo OLED MQ149CD Review: An Excellent but Pricey Dual-Screen Monitor - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:56 GMT
This lovely dual-screen device has everything you need, and maybe even more.
 
How to watch the Bosch CES 2026 press conference live - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:20 GMT
You may know Bosch as a home appliance brand (via its partnership with Siemens), but the German multinational is generally more focused on providing underlying technology and engineering solutions to auto, home and manufacturing partners across the globe. It's fitting, then, that much of what it's showing off at CES 2026 is more intended to be licensed to other companies versus Bosch-branded products you'll be seeing on store shelves.
 
“Streaming stops feeling infinite”: What subscribers can expect in 2026 - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:18 GMT
Streaming may get a little worse before it gets better.
 
I won't buy an Android phone in 2026 without this feature - Android Police - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT
I won't buy an Android phone in 2026 without this feature Android Police
 
The best gear to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The start of a new year always feels like a reset button. Everyone’s talking about moving more, eating better, sleeping longer or finally taming their digital chaos. But resolutions rarely survive on willpower alone. The right tools or piece of tech can make those goals easier to keep by turning motivation into a habit. Whether you’re trying to close your rings, track your progress or just build better routines, these smart picks make self-improvement feel a little more achievable, and a lot more enjoyable.
 
The Quadrantids Meteor Shower Peaks Just After New Year's. Here's How to See It - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:50:32 GMT
This meteor shower has one of the most active peaks but it won't last very long.
 
Time to Choose: Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Ultra 3 and SE 3 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:31:17 GMT
The Apple Watch lineup seems somewhat interchangeable, but there are some real differences among the three watches.
 
4 Best Smart Scales (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:30:00 GMT
If you’re ready to start tracking your weight, BMI, and other health data on your phone, we’ve weighed in on some great options.
 
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For January & February 2026 - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:04:11 GMT
  1. Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For January & February 2026 Nintendo Life
  2. Catch up on some of 2025’s game releases nintendo.com
  3. The 11 best Nintendo Switch 2 games we played in 2025 The Verge
  4. Why the Switch 2 Wasn’t the Most Impactful Console Release of the Year Gear Patrol
  5. In The Switch 2's First Year, Every Third-Party Port Tells A Story About The System GameSpot
 
How to Watch Georgia vs. Ole Miss: Start Time, TV Channel for Sugar Bowl CFP Quarterfinal - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:01:16 GMT
The No. 3 Bulldogs and No. 6 Rebels play in the last game on New Year's Day. See the best options for watching the game.
 
Film Technica: Our top picks for the best films of 2025 - ArsTechnica Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:40 GMT
Streamers made a strong showing this year, as did horror. Big tentpoles, superhero sagas mostly fell flat.
 
Jon Peddie’s The Graphics Chip Chronicles On Graphics Controller History - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:34 GMT
Using computers that feature a high-resolution, full-color graphical interface is commonplace today, but it took a lot of effort and ingenuity to get to this point. This long history is …read more
 
14 Best Fitness Trackers (2025), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re skiing in the backcountry or trampolining in the backyard, we have an activity tracker for you.
 
How to Start (and Keep) a Healthy Habit (2026) - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Whether you want to run a marathon or learn to play the guitar, here’s how to set yourself up for success.
 
A look at the rise of AI companion apps; a researcher counts 206 such apps on the App Store and 253 on Google Play, with 220M+ total downloads as of July 2025 (Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:55:01 GMT

Financial Times:
A look at the rise of AI companion apps; a researcher counts 206 such apps on the App Store and 253 on Google Play, with 220M+ total downloads as of July 2025 — The technology is changing the way many people meet and form relationships but some experts believe it may do more harm than good

 
Linux 6.19 Lands Fix For Dead WiFi With MediaTek MT792x Wireless - Phoronix - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:47:00 GMT
Linux 6.19 Lands Fix For Dead WiFi With MediaTek MT792x Wireless Phoronix
 
Best Android Phones of 2026: Tested by Our Experts - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:30:00 GMT
From the the Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10 Pro, to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Motorola Razr Ultra, we've tested dozens of Android phones. Here are the best ones for you to buy.
 
Samsung starts shipping 34-Inch 21:9 360Hz QD-OLED panels with “V-Stripe” subpixel layout - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:10:00 GMT
  1. Samsung starts shipping 34-Inch 21:9 360Hz QD-OLED panels with “V-Stripe” subpixel layout VideoCardz.com
  2. Samsung Display Begins Mass Supply of World's First 360 Hz V-Stripe QD-OLED TechPowerUp
  3. QD-OLED moves to RGB 'V-stripe' pixels for improved text clarity FlatpanelsHD
  4. Samsung's new QD-OLED panel for monitors is brighter and has sharper text SamMobile
  5. Samsung begins next-gen V-Stripe OLED mass production with 360Hz panels OC3D
 
How to Watch Alabama vs. Indiana: Start Time, TV Channel for Rose Bowl CFP Quarterfinal - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:02:14 GMT
The No. 9 Crimson Tide and No. 1 Hoosiers meet in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day. See the best options for watching the game.
 
AI Labor Is Boring. AI Lust Is Big Business - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
After years of hype about generative AI increasing productivity and making lives easier, 2025 was the year erotic chatbots defined AI’s narrative.
 
Best Juicers of 2026 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Not all juicers are made equal. We tested some popular options and these are our top picks for every budget.
 
The Best Electric Kettles of 2026, Tested and Reviewed - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
We’ve tested over a dozen electric kettles to find our favorites.
 
Best Kitchen Scales of 2026, Tested and Reviewed - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
We weighed all the pros and cons to determine the best kitchen scale option at every price point.
 
I Tested Popular Functional Coffee Add-Ins for a Week Each (2026) - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:34:00 GMT
Our reviewer optimized his morning cup of coffee with creamer substitutes that promise health benefits and mental clarity.
 
How to Make It Through Cold and Flu Season - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Reduce your chances of catching these respiratory illnesses, and make sure you don't spread it to others.
 
Galaxy S26 pricing news everyone was waiting for is here - PhoneArena - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:29:48 GMT
  1. Galaxy S26 pricing news everyone was waiting for is here PhoneArena
  2. Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Date: Samsung's Delay Bring Risks And Rewards Forbes
  3. Galaxy S26 Ultra leak shows off new camera bump that’s sure to be annoying [Gallery] 9to5Google
  4. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Deep Dive: Top Features That Move the Needle in 2026 Geeky Gadgets
  5. Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a pro-level camera upgrade with these new Camera Assistant features Android Authority
 
The Galaxy Z Roll 5G: Samsung’s Boldest Move Yet - Geeky Gadgets - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:01:17 GMT
The Galaxy Z Roll 5G: Samsung’s Boldest Move Yet Geeky Gadgets
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 1, #669 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:01:07 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Jan. 1, No. 669.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 1, #935 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:01:06 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Jan. 1, #935.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 1, #1,657 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:01:05 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Jan. 1, No. 1,657.
 
How to Watch Oregon vs. Texas Tech: Start Time, TV Channel for Orange Bowl CFP Quarterfinal - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:01:04 GMT
The No. 5 Ducks and No. 4 Red Raiders meet on New Year's Day. See the best options for watching the game.
 
Forget Invisible TVs. Here's the Display Tech That Will Matter at CES 2026 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:42 GMT
From micro-LED backlights to outrageous amounts of brightness, here is the tech that will be driving 2026 TVs.
 
The best smart scales for 2026 - Engadget Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:37 GMT
If you are trying to stay on top of your health this year, a smart scale can make the process feel more manageable. These devices log details like body fat, muscle mass and water levels, then sync everything to your phone so you can see patterns instead of guessing. It is an easy way to track changes and stay motivated between workouts or check-ins with your doctor.

Some smart scales keep things simple and focus on just your data, while others tie into big fitness platforms or support multiple users under one roof. With so many choices, we pulled together the best smart scales to help you find one that fits your goals and your budget.
 
Even the Sky May Not Be the Limit for A.I. Data Centers - The New York Times - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:32 GMT
  1. Even the Sky May Not Be the Limit for A.I. Data Centers The New York Times
  2. China Is Building a New Kind of Supercomputer Above Earth Popular Mechanics
  3. Planet bets on orbital data centers in partnership with Google SpaceNews
  4. 'Putting the servers in orbit is a stupid idea': Could data centers in space help avoid an AI energy crisis? Experts are torn. Live Science
  5. Space-based data centers could eliminate the need for energy-intensive cooling. 동아사이언스
 
10 Tech Cleanup Tasks for New Year's Day - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Knock out these simple chores on this day of fresh starts to keep you and your devices humming smoothly.
 
Lifetime access to MS Visio 2021 Pro is currently only $10 - Mashable - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Lifetime access to MS Visio 2021 Pro is currently only $10 Mashable
 
Salomon’s Already Impressive, Popular Hiking Boots Level Up - Gear Patrol - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Salomon’s Already Impressive, Popular Hiking Boots Level Up Gear Patrol
 
10 Tech Cleanup Tasks for New Year's Day - wired.com - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
10 Tech Cleanup Tasks for New Year's Day wired.com
 
Hundreds of megawatts of new data center capacity are being planned in Vernon, a city near LA, which is a key US-Asia cable-linking hub and is becoming crowded (Nilesh Christopher/Los Angeles Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:37:01 GMT

Nilesh Christopher / Los Angeles Times:
Hundreds of megawatts of new data center capacity are being planned in Vernon, a city near LA, which is a key US-Asia cable-linking hub and is becoming crowded — - 6 min Click here to listen to this article — Vernon, an industrial town with just a little more than 200 residents …

 
4 Obscure Harbor Freight Tools You Probably Didn't Realize Existed - SlashGear - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:30:00 GMT
4 Obscure Harbor Freight Tools You Probably Didn't Realize Existed SlashGear
 
Here’s What It’s Like to Use Acuity Scheduling for Your Business or Side Hustle (2026) - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The online booking platform aims to streamline scheduling for everything from virtual appointments to workshops.
 
Trace Tracing to the Tunes - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:10 GMT
Some kind of continuity beeper has been a standard piece of gear since the dawn of electronics. Sure, you probably have an ohm meter, but sometimes you don’t care about …read more
 
Blue Prince is so much more than just a brilliant puzzler - Eurogamer - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. Blue Prince is so much more than just a brilliant puzzler Eurogamer
  2. Crosstalk: We argue it out over one of 2025’s biggest puzzles, the game Blue Prince AV Club
  3. One Of 2025’s Best Games Isn’t Getting A Sequel (And That’s A Good Thing) ComicBook.com
  4. This Indie Darling Should Have Been My Game Of The Year, But It Built My Expectations Too High TheGamer
 
Sources: SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could IPO in 2026; those three deals alone would exceed the total proceeds from roughly 200 US IPOs in 2025 (George Hammond/Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:30:00 GMT

George Hammond / Financial Times:
Sources: SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could IPO in 2026; those three deals alone would exceed the total proceeds from roughly 200 US IPOs in 2025 — Three biggest US private tech groups plan listings as early as this year, raising hopes of windfall for banks, lawyers and investors

 
Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index rose 28% in 2025, its best percentage performance since 2017, driven by tech, AI, and semiconductor stocks (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:25:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index rose 28% in 2025, its best percentage performance since 2017, driven by tech, AI, and semiconductor stocks — The city's benchmark Hang Seng Index finished the year up 28% — Hong Kong stocks ended 2025 with a second consecutive annual gain …

 
Analysts and manufacturers expect smartphone, PC, and consumer electronics prices to rise by as much as 20% in 2026, as AI demand drives up memory chip costs (Song Jung-a/Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:20:00 GMT

Song Jung-a / Financial Times:
Analysts and manufacturers expect smartphone, PC, and consumer electronics prices to rise by as much as 20% in 2026, as AI demand drives up memory chip costs — Manufacturers and analysts warn AI data centre build-out is crowding out market for semiconductors

 
Visible Promo Code: Save $140 in January 2026 - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
AT&T Promo Codes and Bundle Deals: Save $50 in January - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Report: China-based Moonshot AI, maker of Kimi models, raised a $500M Series C at a $4.3B valuation led by IDG Capital, with Alibaba and Tencent participating (Iris Deng/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:20:00 GMT

Iris Deng / South China Morning Post:
Report: China-based Moonshot AI, maker of Kimi models, raised a $500M Series C at a $4.3B valuation led by IDG Capital, with Alibaba and Tencent participating — The Kimi AI model developer is now valued at US$4.3 billion, with cash reserves worth US$1.4 billion

 
Newegg Promo Code: 10% Off in January 2026 - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:20:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg discount code and save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
Some 2025 takeaways in LLMs: reasoning as a signature feature, coding agents were useful, subscriptions hit $200/month, and Chinese open-weight models impressed (Simon Willison/Simon Willison's Weblog) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:15:01 GMT

Simon Willison / Simon Willison's Weblog:
Some 2025 takeaways in LLMs: reasoning as a signature feature, coding agents were useful, subscriptions hit $200/month, and Chinese open-weight models impressed — This is the third in my annual series reviewing everything that happened in the LLM space over the past 12 months.

 
20% Off LG Promo Code & Coupons | January 2026 - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:10:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors, and more early Black Friday bundle offers that won’t last long.
 
IDC thinks Apple shipped just 45,000 units of the Vision Pro in Q4 2025; Sensor Tower says Apple cut digital ad spend for the headset by 95% in 2025 (Michael Acton/Financial Times) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:05:02 GMT

Michael Acton / Financial Times:
IDC thinks Apple shipped just 45,000 units of the Vision Pro in Q4 2025; Sensor Tower says Apple cut digital ad spend for the headset by 95% in 2025 — High prices, limited apps and comfort issues expose difficulty of turning futuristic hardware into a mass-market product

 
The Many-Sprites Interpretation of Amiga Mechanics - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:51 GMT
The invention of sprites triggered a major shift in video game design, enabling games with independent moving objects and richer graphics despite the limitations of early video gaming hardware. As …read more
 
NordVPN Coupons and Deals: 77% Off in January 2026 - Wired Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
The Many-Sprites Interpretation Of Amiga Mechanics - Hackaday - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The Many-Sprites Interpretation Of Amiga Mechanics Hackaday
 
Galaxy S26’s One UI 9 Beta timeline may be better than expected - Sammy Fans - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:51:23 GMT
Galaxy S26’s One UI 9 Beta timeline may be better than expected Sammy Fans
 
'Stranger Things' Ending Got You Down? This Quirky '80s Horror Movie on Tubi Is the Antidote - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep the Upside Down vibes going with this cult classic.
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, Jan. 1 - CNET Thu, 01 Jan 2026 03:29:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 1.
 
How AI labs are deploying on-site gas generators for power as the US electric grid struggles to keep pace with the growing demands of AI infrastructure (SemiAnalysis) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 03:00:33 GMT

SemiAnalysis:
How AI labs are deploying on-site gas generators for power as the US electric grid struggles to keep pace with the growing demands of AI infrastructure — Bring Your Own Generation, Sayonara Electric Grid, Turbines vs. Recips. vs. Fuel Cells, Why Not Build More CCGTs?, Onsite Power TCO

 
Virus-Based Thermoresponsive Separation of Rare-Earth Elements - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 03:00:23 GMT
Although rare-earth elements (REEs) are not very rare, their recovery and purification is very cumbersome, with no significant concentrations that would help with mining. This does contribute to limiting their …read more
 
Chip shortages threaten 20% rise in consumer electronics prices - Financial Times - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 01:55:08 GMT
  1. Chip shortages threaten 20% rise in consumer electronics prices Financial Times
  2. IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch Engadget
  3. PC prices spiking as AI continues to change tech hardware NewsNation
  4. Memory loss: As AI gobbles up chips, prices for devices may rise NPR
  5. Memory Suppliers Are Now ‘Cherry-Picking’ Customers as Report Says Priority Is Being Given to Just Four PC Manufacturers Wccftech
 
Elon Musk says Neuralink plans to start "high-volume production" of brain-computer interface devices and move to an almost automated surgical procedure in 2026 (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 01:45:01 GMT

Reuters:
Elon Musk says Neuralink plans to start “high-volume production” of brain-computer interface devices and move to an almost automated surgical procedure in 2026 — Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink will start “high-volume production” of brain-computer interface devices …

 
Ncurses 6.6 Released With Improved Windows Terminal Support, Other Enhancements - Phoronix - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 01:01:00 GMT
Ncurses 6.6 Released With Improved Windows Terminal Support, Other Enhancements Phoronix
 
Adam Mosseri details trends shaping Instagram and says it'll be more practical to authenticate real media than label AI, as AI gets better at imitating reality (Karissa Bell/Engadget) - Techmeme Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:50:00 GMT

Karissa Bell / Engadget:
Adam Mosseri details trends shaping Instagram and says it'll be more practical to authenticate real media than label AI, as AI gets better at imitating reality — Adam Mosseri says creators should prioritize “unflattering” images to prove they are real. — It's no secret that AI-generated …

 
"It Deters Creeps": Women Who Live Alone Are Sharing The Clever Things They Do To Help Them Feel Safer In Their Home, And It's So Terrible That This Advice Is Needed - BuzzFeed - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:31:04 GMT
"It Deters Creeps": Women Who Live Alone Are Sharing The Clever Things They Do To Help Them Feel Safer In Their Home, And It's So Terrible That This Advice Is Needed BuzzFeed
 
5 Of The Best Chevy Models For Off-Roading - Yahoo! Autos - Google Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:30:00 GMT
  1. 5 Of The Best Chevy Models For Off-Roading Yahoo! Autos
  2. Chevy Colorado Base Price Increased 53 Percent Since 2020 GM Authority
  3. The Best Chevy Colorado For Off-Roading Isn't The One You Think CarBuzz
  4. Chevrolet Colorado price up 53%: trims shrink, tech grows SpeedMe.ru
  5. How Much Is The Most Expensive 2026 Chevy Colorado? GM Authority
 
Tick, Tock, Train Station Clock - Hack a Day Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:31 GMT
Interconnected circuits for controlling the clock
We’ve seen a few H-bridge circuits around these parts before, and here’s another application. This time we have an Old Train Station Clock which has been refurbished after being picked …read more
 
You can’t trust your eyes to tell you what’s real anymore, says the head of Instagram - The Verge - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 22:54:10 GMT
  1. You can’t trust your eyes to tell you what’s real anymore, says the head of Instagram The Verge
  2. In 2025, quitting social media felt easier than ever Engadget
  3. Instagram Boss Says the Platform's Polished Feed Is Dead Thanks to AI Business Insider
  4. CEO Adam Mosseri 'admits' as the world changes more quickly, Instagram is failing to… Times of India
  5. Instagram CEO: More practical to label real content versus AI Mashable
 
NYC mayoral inauguration bans Flipper Zero, Raspberry Pi devices - Bleeping Computer Wed, 31 Dec 2025 22:52:44 GMT
New York City's 2026 mayoral inauguration of Zohran Mamdani has published a list of banned items for the event, specifically prohibiting the Flipper Zero and Raspberry Pi devices. [...]
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Jan. 1, #465 - CNET Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:01:08 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Jan. 1, No. 465.
 
Bringing A Yagi Antenna to 915MHz LoRa - Hack a Day Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:00:01 GMT
The yagi, suction-cup mounted to a wall
If you’re a regular reader of Hackaday, you may have noticed a certain fondness for Meshtastic devices, and the LoRa protocol more generally. LoRa is a great, low-power radio communications …read more
 
Here’s what it looks like to change your Gmail address – will you? [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:55:00 GMT
  1. Here’s what it looks like to change your Gmail address – will you? [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Gmail to Let Users Change Their Addresses While Keeping Data The New York Times
  3. Google is rolling out a new feature allowing users to change their Gmail address CNBC
  4. Google is allowing users to change their Gmail address, per official Google support doc — experimental @gmail feature rolling out in India first, no official announcement yet Tom's Hardware
  5. Google Hints at Letting You Change Your Gmail Address Without Losing Your Data CNET
 
ASRock Taichi Radeon RX 9070 XT White with built-in LCD will launch at CES 2026 - VideoCardz.com - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:48:00 GMT
  1. ASRock Taichi Radeon RX 9070 XT White with built-in LCD will launch at CES 2026 VideoCardz.com
  2. ASRock to enter AIO liquid cooling market with an intriguing pumpless design at CES — full lineup to include more traditional options, some with LCD displays Tom's Hardware
  3. ASRock To Unveil New OLED Monitors at CES, Including Their New Taichi Series TFTCentral
  4. ASRock Unveils CES 2026 Lineup: QD-OLED & WOLED Gaming Monitors, New Motherboards, PSUs, AIO Coolers, RX 9070 XT White & More In Taichi, Phantom Gaming, Challenger, Rock Series Wccftech
  5. ASRock CES 2026 Lineup Includes 500Hz OLED Monitors And New PSUs Ubergizmo
 
Carolyn Petit’s Top 5 Games Of 2025 - Kotaku - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:38:55 GMT
  1. Carolyn Petit’s Top 5 Games Of 2025 Kotaku
  2. 6 Splendid Games You May Have Missed in 2025 The New York Times
  3. Read 2025’s best video game stories from Epic Games Store News Epic Games
  4. Roblox, James Bond and a billion-dollar multiplayer – here are our most-read gaming stories of 2025 The Guardian
  5. When we weren't playing 2025's best games, here's what we devoted hours too TechRadar
 
Instagram chief: AI is so ubiquitous 'it will be more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media' - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:26:20 GMT
It's no secret that AI-generated content took over our social media feeds in 2025. Now, Instagram's top exec Adam Mosseri has made it clear that he expects AI content to overtake non-AI imagery and the significant implications that shift has for its creators and photographers.
 
Sigma in 2025: The Best Performance of Any Photo Company This Year - PetaPixel - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:22:13 GMT
Sigma in 2025: The Best Performance of Any Photo Company This Year PetaPixel
 
6 Bathroom Trends Designers Can't Wait to Say Goodbye to in 2026 - The Spruce - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:18:00 GMT
  1. 6 Bathroom Trends Designers Can't Wait to Say Goodbye to in 2026 The Spruce
  2. Designers Have Spoken: Here Are the Top Bathroom Design Trends for 2026 Good Housekeeping
  3. The One Home Feature Buyers Refuse to Compromise on in 2026, Real Estate Pros Say The Spruce
  4. Say Goodbye To Traditional, Builder-Grade Bathrooms — These 12 Unique Features Are In House Digest
  5. Bathroom Design in ‘State of Flux,’ NKBA Study Finds Kitchen & Bath Design News
 
Want to Vacuum Seal Your Groceries? Avoid These 7 Foods - CNET Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:15:45 GMT
Vacuum sealing these foods could lead to serious problems.
 
ACEMAGIC teases NES-inspired Retro X5 Mini-PC with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU - VideoCardz.com - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:49:00 GMT
ACEMAGIC teases NES-inspired Retro X5 Mini-PC with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU VideoCardz.com
 
How to watch Samsung's "First Look" CES 2026 presentation - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:00:27 GMT
Samsung is arguably the 800-pound gorilla of CES, with a full spectrum of products that range from phones and computers to refrigerators to AI assistants and rolling robots. But for CES 2026, the company is shaking up the schedule a bit: Instead of its longtime midday Monday press conference position, the Korean giant will front-run the entire show with a Sunday night presentation.
 
The Super Hero Team-based PVP Shooter - Marvel Rivals - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:00:05 GMT
  1. The Super Hero Team-based PVP Shooter Marvel Rivals
  2. Marvel Rivals patch notes fix some Rogue power absorption issues App Trigger
  3. Marvel Rivals New Year’s Event Countdown Timer and How to Join Beebom
  4. Marvel Rivals drops massive New Year patch today with mystery skin coming tomorrow and players are freaking out Red94
  5. Marvel Rivals January 1 2026 Patch Notes IGN
 
How to watch the Sony Honda Afeela CES 2026 press conference - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:42:16 GMT
Sony's CES 2026 press conference is just days away, but this year has a twist: Instead of an overview of Sony's electronics, video game and Hollywood studio plans for the new year, the presser will apparently have a more narrow focus: electric vehicles. That's because the traditional end-of-press-day slot isn't just Sony, but rather Sony Honda Mobility — the joint venture responsible for the Afeela 1 electric car that has been showcased at CES for the better part of a decade. This year, however, we'll also apparently get to see a an all-new concept model at the event, too.
 
Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2026: iPhone Fold, LLM Siri, Low-Cost MacBook and More - MacRumors - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:39:03 GMT
  1. Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2026: iPhone Fold, LLM Siri, Low-Cost MacBook and More MacRumors
  2. 2026 Mac preview: This could be the biggest year for the Mac since 1984 Macworld
  3. Three new MacBooks will launch early next year, here’s what’s coming 9to5Mac
  4. Did the foldable iPhone just get leaked? Seems like it. Mashable
  5. iPhone Fold: I am bracing for disappointment, Apple Vision Pro style PhoneArena
 
Doom can now run as your Windows screen saver - TechSpot - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:37:00 GMT
Doom can now run as your Windows screen saver TechSpot
 
Doom can now run as your Windows screen saver - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:37:00 GMT

Developer Wiaam Suleiman recently released Doom Screen Saver, a lighthearted project that turns Doom into a fully functional Windows screen saver. Everything the tool needs is packed into a single .scr file, a portable format that remains in use for modern versions of Windows, even if it has long since...

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Leaks Predict $5000 RTX 5090 GPUs in 2026 Thanks to AI Industry Demand - TechPowerUp - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:33:22 GMT
  1. Leaks Predict $5000 RTX 5090 GPUs in 2026 Thanks to AI Industry Demand TechPowerUp
  2. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 prices already pushing toward $4,000 VideoCardz.com
  3. AI Demand Is Pushing GPU Prices Higher with Direct Impact On Nvidia (NVDA) Stock TipRanks
  4. Epic Games Store's Last Giveaway of 2025 is a Repeat — Medieval Online Slasher Given Away Again IXBT.games
  5. With GPUs getting pricier in 2026, here are 3 ways I'll keep my old one lasting longer GamesRadar+
 
Want a Delicious Dinner? Don't Cook These 5 Foods in Your Nonstick Pan - CNET Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:30:51 GMT
Nonstick pans are great at a variety of foods but they fail at the high heat needed for searing meats. If you plan on searing steak, a different pan is the way to go.
 
January's PS Plus Monthly Games include Need for Speed Unbound and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:23:35 GMT
Sony has revealed the first batch of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for 2026. There are three titles to play this month, all of which drop on January 6. As always, you’ll retain access to these games as long as your subscription remains active.
 
How to watch the LG press conference at CES 2026 - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:37:17 GMT
For years, LG has kicked off CES press day with the first event of the morning — and 2026 will be no different. The Korea-based corporation is theming its presentation as "Innovation in Tune with You," and — if it follows the template of past presentations — it will highlight both the consumer electronics and large appliance sides of its mammoth global businesses.
 
Used Nintendo 3DS consoles are commanding nearly Switch 2 prices amid retro gaming boom - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:21:00 GMT

As spotted by Pirat_Nation, multiple used Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL units are currently listed on eBay, with prices ranging from roughly $250 to $350 depending on the model and the condition of the device.

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PlayStation Plus Free Games For January 2026 Revealed - GameSpot - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:10:20 GMT
  1. PlayStation Plus Free Games For January 2026 Revealed GameSpot
  2. PlayStation Plus January 2026 Game Line-Up Confirmed, Includes Need for Speed Unbound IGN
  3. January's PS Plus Monthly Games include Need for Speed Unbound and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Engadget
  4. Here are our PS Plus monthly games for January Eurogamer
  5. PS Plus Essential January 2026 Monthly Free Games Confuse Fans PlayStation LifeStyle
 
CES 2026: What to expect when tech's biggest conference starts on January 4 - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:05:00 GMT
The new year is upon us, and that means CES 2026 is imminent. The biggest tech trade show of the calendar comes with a bevy of new and notable announcements that set the tone for trends and expectations for the subsequent 12 months. The CES 2026 show floor is officially open from January 6 through 9, but the fun kicks off with events on Sunday January 4, followed by a host of press conferences on Monday. As always, product demos, announcements and networking will be happening at the Las Vegas Convention Center and other hotels all over the city. As usual, Engadget will be covering the event in-person and remotely, bringing you news and hands-ons straight from the show floor.
 
Meet the man who invites 1,000 people to his house every month - The Washington Post - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:04:51 GMT
Meet the man who invites 1,000 people to his house every month The Washington Post
 
Kick Off 2026 with Pokémon GO’s New Year’s 2026 Event - Pokemon.com - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:04:38 GMT
  1. Kick Off 2026 with Pokémon GO’s New Year’s 2026 Event Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Go New Year's 2026 event field research tasks, Collection Challenge and bonuses Eurogamer
  3. Pokémon GO Events This Week: December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026 Pokémon GO Hub
  4. Pokémon GO Announces January 2026 Events With Genesect Bleeding Cool News
  5. Pokémon GO's Season of Precious Paths' New Year's 2026 event guide Nintendo Wire
 
RTX 5090 With 1350 W OC Saved From Melted Connector by ASRock PSU - TechPowerUp - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:55:35 GMT
  1. RTX 5090 With 1350 W OC Saved From Melted Connector by ASRock PSU TechPowerUp
  2. Another 16-pin GPU power connector gets scorched, but this time it's not an RTX 5090 — User finds their Sapphire Nitro+ 9070 XT with scorched pins Tom's Hardware
  3. Third Sapphire RX 9070 XT Nitro+ Suffers From Burnt 16-pin Connector Wccftech
  4. Sapphire RX 9070 XT NITRO hits fifth burned power cable report VideoCardz.com
  5. Radeon RX 9070 XT: Increasing reports of melting 12VHPWR connectors igor´sLAB
 
Apple Health is more powerful than you think, here are my top tips - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:50:00 GMT
Apple Health is more powerful than you think, here are my top tips 9to5Mac
 
2025 was a disaster for Windows 11 - Hacker News - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:46:14 GMT
  1. 2025 was a disaster for Windows 11 Hacker News
  2. The Best of Windows 11 in 2025: See the 12 New Features I Liked Most PCMag
  3. Windows 11’s 2025 meltdown: bugs, bad updates, and fed‑up users Windows Central
  4. My gift to Windows 11 users — here are 10 keyboard shortcuts I actually use on a daily basis TechRadar
  5. 10 Hacks Every Windows Power User Should Know Lifehacker
 
‘ARC Raiders’ Has Kept 91% Of Its Playerbase, ‘Battlefield 6’ Has Lost 85% - Forbes - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:44:17 GMT
  1. ‘ARC Raiders’ Has Kept 91% Of Its Playerbase, ‘Battlefield 6’ Has Lost 85% Forbes
  2. Arc Raiders review – pure multiplayer pleasure The Guardian
  3. MMORPG 2025 GOTY Awards: Best Multiplayer Shooter MMORPG.com
  4. Inside ARC Raiders - A candid interview with game leaders Patrick Söderlund and Owen Mahoney while playing live GamesBeat
  5. "ARC Raiders" Soars, "Battlefield 6" Plunges Dark Horizons
 
Apple Says Final Intel MacBook Air and Apple Watch Series 5 Now 'Vintage' - MacRumors - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:39:45 GMT
  1. Apple Says Final Intel MacBook Air and Apple Watch Series 5 Now 'Vintage' MacRumors
  2. Apple says iPhone 11 Pro is ‘vintage,’ here’s what that means 9to5Mac
  3. Intel Stock (NASDAQ:INTC) Slips as Apple Hardware Now Considered “Vintage” TipRanks
  4. Intel MacBook Air, Apple Watch Series 5, iPhone 11 Pro now vintage AppleInsider
  5. The last MacBook Air with Intel inside is now 'vintage' alongside other Apple devices Neowin
 
122-Acre Colorado Ranch With Luxury Log Cabin Heads to Auction for the Second Time in Two Years - Mansion Global - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:34:00 GMT
122-Acre Colorado Ranch With Luxury Log Cabin Heads to Auction for the Second Time in Two Years Mansion Global
 
Here we go again: Retiring coal plant forced to stay open by Trump Admin - ArsTechnica Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:30:33 GMT
This time, a Colorado plant scheduled to shut down will be kept on standby.
 
5 of the most popular Google Nano Banana prompts users loved in 2025 - Mashable - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:14:37 GMT
  1. 5 of the most popular Google Nano Banana prompts users loved in 2025 Mashable
  2. 13 of the best Nano Banana trends from 2025 blog.google
  3. 3D Figurines to AI hairstyles: Google shares top Nano Banana trends of 2025 with detailed prompts livemint.com
  4. Today in AI | Nano Banana AI trends that ruled 2025 | Microsoft AI chief on people turning to chatbots for breakups Storyboard18
 
DarkSpectre Browser Extension Campaigns Exposed After Impacting 8.8 Million Users Worldwide - The Hacker News - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:14:00 GMT
  1. DarkSpectre Browser Extension Campaigns Exposed After Impacting 8.8 Million Users Worldwide The Hacker News
  2. Cyberhackers Just Turned 150 Browser Extensions Into Viruses - Here's How bgr.com
  3. DarkSpectre Hackers Spread Malware to 8.8 Million Chrome, Edge, and Firefox Users Cyber Press
  4. Zoom Stealer browser extensions harvest corporate meeting intelligence BleepingComputer
  5. Download the FULL threat report to uncover the DNS infrastructure behind the ShadyPanda campaign: https://lnkd.in/e66GkpD8 The #ShadyPanda operation quietly persisted for 7 years, impacting an estimated 4.3 million Chrome and Edge users by abusing t LinkedIn
 
A Bunch of Steelbooks Hit Their Lowest Prices Ever on Amazon - IGN - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:13:21 GMT
A Bunch of Steelbooks Hit Their Lowest Prices Ever on Amazon IGN
 
After getting rocks instead of an RTX 5080, this buyer finally got a replacement – and a commemorative tattoo - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:58:00 GMT

At the start of December, Redditor GnarDead posted that the $1,200 Asus TUF RTX 5080 he'd bought from Best Buy arrived with some worrying signs: it wasn't concealed inside a plain cardboard box to hide the product's identity, shipping labels had been placed directly onto the box itself, and the...

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Hackers drain $3.9M from Unleash Protocol after multisig hijack - Bleeping Computer Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:54:17 GMT
The decentralized intellectual property platform Unleash Protocol has lost around $3.9 million worth of cryptocurrency after someone executed an unauthorized contract upgrade that allowed asset withdrawals. [...]
 
Honey has lost 8 million Chrome users in the past year, now accused of fraud [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:45:00 GMT
  1. Honey has lost 8 million Chrome users in the past year, now accused of fraud [Video] 9to5Google
  2. MegaLag digs up more alleged Honey fraud. The Verge
  3. Honey co-founder Ryan Hudson defends extension amid fraud detection allegations PPC Land
  4. Honey Investigation Deepens: Revealing New Browser Extension Risks for Affiliate Programs Affiverse
  5. Honey is checking your Device ID before it decides to rip you off, says MegaLag TechIssuesToday.com
 
Critical Role is already planning for a future beyond its original cast - Popverse - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:30:47 GMT
Critical Role is already planning for a future beyond its original cast PopverseView Full Coverage on Google News
 
RondoDox botnet exploits React2Shell flaw to breach Next.js servers - Bleeping Computer Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:58:51 GMT
The RondoDox botnet has been observed exploiting the critical React2Shell flaw (CVE-2025-55182) to infect vulnerable Next.js servers with malware and cryptominers. [...]
 
A $5,000 RTX 5090? New reports warn of steep GPU price hikes - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:21:00 GMT

According to reports coming from China and South Korea, both AMD and Nvidia are expected to raise prices of their graphics cards in the first quarter of 2026. The initial report surfaced last week, when a user on the Chinese forum Board Channels claimed that AMD is notifying its GPU...

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Sony Goes Clearance on WH-1000XM5 as These Noise Canceling Headphones Drop to a Record Low, No Need for Budget Earbuds - Kotaku - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:05:58 GMT
  1. Sony Goes Clearance on WH-1000XM5 as These Noise Canceling Headphones Drop to a Record Low, No Need for Budget Earbuds Kotaku
  2. Sony Is Offloading Its ANC Headphones as the Latest WH-1000XM6 Crashes to a Record Low After XM5 Deals Gizmodo
  3. Sony Proves Why It’s Still the King with Its Newest Noise-Cancelling Headphones Yahoo! Tech
  4. Popular Sony noise canceling headphones knocked to their lowest price ever on Amazon PC Guide
 
The Best Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2025 - Gear Patrol - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:00:33 GMT
  1. The Best Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2025 Gear Patrol
  2. On a budget? Here are our 7 favorite under-$50 tech gadgets of 2025 CNN
  3. The Best Gadgets of December 2025 Gizmodo
  4. Best Premium Smartphones of 2025 Worth Buying in India Firstpost
  5. The tech that defined 2025 KTLA
 
How to use a VPN - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT
Chances are that if a VPN is marketed to everyday users, it more or less runs itself. As long as you go with one of the best VPNs instead of setting up your own manual connection, the interface is likely built so you have to engage with it as little as possible. Generally, if you find yourself constantly thinking about your VPN while using it — as happened to me with Norton VPN — that's a bad thing and you should change providers.
 
This hidden Windows folder can grow forever — here’s how to clean it safely - MakeUseOf - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT
  1. This hidden Windows folder can grow forever — here’s how to clean it safely MakeUseOf
  2. Why your Windows drive is always full (and how to reclaim gigabytes in minutes) How-To Geek
  3. #TechBytes: Locate and delete big files on your PC NewsBytes
  4. How I reclaimed GBs of PC storage with this simple and open-source software livemint.com
  5. I ran one Windows command and got back 11GB of space instantly MakeUseOf
 
Steam Gamers Can Claim 4 More Free Games, Includes 9/10 Rated Hit - GAMINGbible - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:46:05 GMT
  1. Steam Gamers Can Claim 4 More Free Games, Includes 9/10 Rated Hit GAMINGbible
  2. Steam Makes 2016 Game Free For 24 More Hours Screen Rant
  3. Free Games + Amazon Prime For Your Steam Deck and Handhelds - 12/26/25: Steam Deck HQ
  4. New Free Steam Game Offer by GrabTheGames Team for Holiday Season GameGrin
  5. Steam confirms new campaign that offers four independent titles for free for permanent redemption Mix Vale
 
How I use Samsung's secret Wi-Fi menu to seriously improve my connectivity - ZDNET - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:37:00 GMT
  1. How I use Samsung's secret Wi-Fi menu to seriously improve my connectivity ZDNET
  2. Samsung Phone Owners Can Use This Secret Setting For Faster Internet On Android bgr.com
  3. Unlock Samsung Galaxy’s Hidden Connectivity Labs for Wi-Fi Mastery WebProNews
  4. Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu that's highly useful - here's how to enable it ZDNET
 
Our Favorite Management Tips of 2025 - Harvard Business Review - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:20:52 GMT
Our Favorite Management Tips of 2025 Harvard Business Review
 
Supply chains, AI, and the cloud: The biggest failures (and one success) of 2025 - ArsTechnica Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:40 GMT
The past year has seen plenty of hacks and outages. Here are the ones topping the list.
 
Florida is building a highway that can wirelessly charge EVs while you drive - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:12:00 GMT

State Road 516, a brand-new 4.4-mile highway being constructed in Central Florida, is designed to do more than just move cars. The headline feature, which will be added in June 2026, is a wireless EV charging pilot embedded directly into the road. About three-quarters of a mile of one travel...

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The best winter tech for 2026 to get you through the coldest months - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:01:25 GMT
The festive lights, time off and cute scarfs can only conceal the truth for so long: Winter can be pretty bleak. I don't mean to be a downer, but it's cold all of the time, dark most of the time and this lasts far beyond the most wonderful time of the year. Here at Engadget, we've tried so many tools and products to make winter more bearable from therapy lamps to heaters. We've invested in tea sets, wrapped ourselves in heated blankets and learned to grow herbs indoors — really, anything that will make these three-plus months more bearable, we've tried.

Here, you'll find some of the best winter tech getting us at Engadget through the coldest months, plus a number of recommendations from our other gift guides that will get anyone through the winter warm, comfortable and content.
 
How to watch the first-ever Lego CES 2026 press conference live - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:05 GMT
The Lego Group is hosting its first-ever press conference at CES 2026 – but what the company is going to announce remains a mystery. While the huge toy brick creators haven't given any hints as to what they'll be showcasing, the possibilities run the gamut from new video games to Formula 1 race cars.
 
How to watch the first-ever Lego CES 2026 press conference live - Engadget - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:05 GMT
How to watch the first-ever Lego CES 2026 press conference live Engadget
 
The Biggest New Game Releases Of January 2026 - GameSpot - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT
  1. The Biggest New Game Releases Of January 2026 GameSpot
  2. The 50 most anticipated new video games of 2026 Polygon
  3. GTA 6, Resident Evil 9, AI and EA: Gaming trends to watch in 2026 BBC
  4. The 10 most anticipated video games of 2026 The Guardian
  5. RPGFan’s 30 Most Anticipated Games of 2026 (Part 3) RPGFan
 
ChatGPT Leads the AI Chatbot Race Into 2026, But Gemini, Claude, and Qwen Win in Key Areas - TipRanks - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:49:26 GMT
ChatGPT Leads the AI Chatbot Race Into 2026, But Gemini, Claude, and Qwen Win in Key Areas TipRanks
 
Factor Meal Delivery Promo: Free $200 Withings Body-Scan Scale - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:31:00 GMT
Factor meal kits offer a free $200 Withings body-scanning scale after a three-week subscription. I was afraid, then maybe a little motivated?
 
The Best Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids (2025), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:08:00 GMT
I tested an array of alternative sleep aids, from gummies to wearable patches, to see if they would help my chronic insomnia.
 
From prophet to product: How AI came back down to earth in 2025 - ArsTechnica Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:00:31 GMT
In a year where lofty promises collided with inconvenient research, would-be oracles became software tools.
 
From 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' to 'Nashville's Big Bash,' here's how to watch this year's biggest New Year's Eve TV specials - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This year, it seems like there are more ways than ever to celebrate New Year's Eve... from the comfort of your couch, that is. Whether you want to catch the enduring Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve hosted by Ryan Seacrest and filmed live out of Times Square in New York City, or check out of one the many other live specials filled with music performances, comedy and celebrity guests, you've got options.
 
Poor Sleep Quality Accelerates Brain Aging - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
Research shows that people who sleep poorly tend to have brain age that is older than their actual age. Chronic inflammation in the body caused by poor sleep likely plays a part.
 
New York wants social media to carry tobacco-style health warnings - TechSpot Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:27:00 GMT

New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a state law aimed at imposing safety constraints on social media platforms. Known as legislation S4505/A5346, the law will require Meta and other major social media companies to display warning labels about potentially harmful features offered to users.

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4 Ways Your Apple TV Is Changing In 2026 - bgr.com - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:17:00 GMT
  1. 4 Ways Your Apple TV Is Changing In 2026 bgr.com
  2. Where's the New Apple TV? MacRumors
  3. Is the 2026 Apple TV Worth the Wait? Geeky Gadgets
  4. Apple TV 2025: A17 Pro Chip Brings AI & Gaming Revolution Gadget Hacks
  5. Is the 2026 Apple TV 4K Finally Coming? Everything We Know Geeky Gadgets
 
Fears Mount That US Federal Cybersecurity Is Stagnating—or Worse - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
Government staffing cuts and instability, including this year’s prolonged shutdown, could be hindering US digital defense and creating vulnerabilities.
 
AI-Powered Dating Is All Hype. IRL Cruising Is the Future - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
Dating apps and AI companies have been touting bot wingmen for months. But the future might just be good old-fashioned meet-cutes.
 
AI-Powered Dating Is All Hype. IRL Cruising Is the Future - wired.com - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
  1. AI-Powered Dating Is All Hype. IRL Cruising Is the Future wired.com
  2. The new era of dating has arrived. Here's your cheat sheet to 24 new apps. Business Insider
  3. Artificial intelligence may change your dating experience in different ways. Psychology Today
  4. How Is Techanic Infotech Driving Innovation in AI-Powered Dating App Development? Big News Network.com
  5. Can AI Revive the Plummeting Dating App Business? FourWeekMBA
 
NeuroSploitv2 - AI-Powered Pentesting Tool With Claude, GPT, and Gemini models to Detect vulnerabilities - CybersecurityNews - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:57:41 GMT
  1. NeuroSploitv2 - AI-Powered Pentesting Tool With Claude, GPT, and Gemini models to Detect vulnerabilities CybersecurityNews
  2. This AI Tool Can Plan and Execute Penetration Tests on Its Own eWeek
  3. AI-Powered NeuroSploit v2 Enhances Vulnerability Detection and Exploitation Planning Cyber Press
 
IBM warns of critical API Connect auth bypass vulnerability - Bleeping Computer Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:34:38 GMT
IBM urged customers to patch a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in its API Connect enterprise platform that could allow attackers to access apps remotely. [...]
 
US government employee shares photo of shocking scene at workplace: 'Unfortunately, I don't think this is a unique story' - Yahoo - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT
US government employee shares photo of shocking scene at workplace: 'Unfortunately, I don't think this is a unique story' Yahoo
 
Top TV trends to expect from CES 2026: RGB TVs galore, plus a shift in average TV sizes - Mashable - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:10:55 GMT
  1. Top TV trends to expect from CES 2026: RGB TVs galore, plus a shift in average TV sizes Mashable
  2. Forget Invisible TVs. Here's the Display Tech That Will Matter at CES 2026 CNET
  3. I test TVs for a living and this is my 2026 wishlist for every major TV brand, including brighter OLEDs and more competitive pricing TechRadar
  4. Hisense's 2026 TVs bring RGB miniLED and Dolby Vision 2 FlatpanelsHD
  5. Massive 130-inch Micro RGB Samsung TV to be shown off at CES 2026 SamMobile
 
A Carriage House Reimagined for Work and Play - The New York Times - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:01:45 GMT
A Carriage House Reimagined for Work and Play The New York Times
 
The best cameras for 2026 - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:01:26 GMT
Choosing a camera is not just about resolution or price. It is about finding something that matches how you like to shoot. Some photographers want a compact mirrorless camera that travels easily. Others want an action cam that can handle rough hikes, or a full-frame system that delivers the best possible image quality. With so many options today, there is a camera built for almost every creative style.

We tested the top models across categories to help you decide which one fits your needs. Whether you are filming your first vlog, shooting portraits or capturing fast-moving action, these are the best cameras to help you grow your skills.
 
Discovering the Dimensions of a New Cold War - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
The United States’ plan for dealing with Putin’s Russia and Xi’s China remains ill-defined among a shifting global order. That must change.
 
Disney will pay $10 million to settle children's data privacy lawsuit - Bleeping Computer Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:43:26 GMT
Disney has agreed to pay a $10 million civil penalty to settle claims that it violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act by mislabeling videos and allowing data collection for targeted advertising. [...]
 
Walmart Promo Codes and Coupons: Up to 65% Off - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:10:00 GMT
Score $10 off with our Walmart coupon and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
 
Google Workspace Promo Code: Up to 14% Off in 2026 - Wired Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 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.
 
The phone is dead. Long live . . . what exactly? - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:37:03 GMT
The phone is dead. Long live . . . what exactly? TechCrunchView Full Coverage on Google News
 
LG announces new line of xboom speakers ahead of CES - Engadget Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:00:52 GMT
LG just revealed several new speakers in the xboom line ahead of CES 2026. These speakers are part of an ongoing collaboration with will.i.am from Black Eyed Peas, who is on board as the "experimental architect" involved with "development, design and brand marketing."
 
2XKO appears to leak its console and Season 1 release date... again - EventHubs - Google Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:11:43 GMT
  1. 2XKO appears to leak its console and Season 1 release date... again EventHubs
  2. Riot’s Fighting Game 2XKO Is Getting a Full Launch on PC & Consoles on January 20, 2026 Wccftech
  3. PlayStation Getting 3 New Free Games This Month You Don't Need PS Plus For Screen Rant
  4. League of Legends-Inspired Free PS5 Game Gets Release Date Yahoo! Tech
  5. Riot Games accidentally revealed the console release date for 2XKO IXBT.games
 
The OneXSugar Wallet is an upcoming retro handheld with a 4:3 foldable screen - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:55:28 GMT
OneXPlayer is quickly establishing itself as a company that isn't afraid to get weird as hell. (Take, for example, its transforming dual-screen gaming portable.) Its latest venture is another retro gaming handheld that, at first glance, looks like a standard dual-screen model. But the Android-powered OneXSugar Wallet uses a single foldable screen instead.
 
IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:45:10 GMT
The demand building out AI infrastructure has placed on PC component makers has already led to the death of one consumer-facing RAM brand, but a new report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) suggests it could have an even worse impact on the PC industry at large. In its worst-case-scenario model, the IDC predicts PC shipments could shrink by up to 8.9 percent in 2026 because of the high cost of memory.
 
Play physical SNES games on your PC with Epilogue's SN Operator - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:35:00 GMT

The shell of the SN Operator is constructed of optical-grade polycarbonate and features flaps to keep dust and debris at bay. Epilogue also baked in overcurrent protection, electrostatic discharge resistance, and physical guides to help prevent damage and ensure carts are inserted properly. The dock works with both Super Nintendo...

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The science of how (and when) we decide to speak out—or self-censor - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:30:04 GMT
The study's main takeaway: "Be bold. It is the thing that slows down authoritarian creep."
 
New ErrTraffic service enables ClickFix attacks via fake browser glitches - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:08:28 GMT
A new cybercrime tool called ErrTraffic allows threat actors to automate ClickFix attacks by generating 'fake glitches' on compromised websites to lure users into downloading payloads or following malicious instructions [...]
 
Lawsuit over Trump rejecting medical research grants is settled - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:45:34 GMT
Settlement forces NIH to review grants previously rejected on ideological grounds.
 
DOGE did not find $2T in fraud, but that doesn’t matter, Musk allies say - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:30:01 GMT
Musk allies spin DOGE as having a "higher purpose" beyond federal budget cuts.
 
CD Projekt RED sells GOG platform to co-founder for $25 million - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:27:20 GMT
  1. CD Projekt RED sells GOG platform to co-founder for $25 million GamesIndustry.biz
  2. CD PROJEKT co-founder Michał Kiciński acquires GOG from CD PROJEKT CD Projekt
  3. GOG’s Steam-alternative PC game store is leaving CD Projekt, staying DRM-free The Verge
  4. CDPR Sells GOG to Co-Founder: "DRM-free More Important Than Ever" TechPowerUp
  5. Classic Game Rescue Mission and GOG Splits From CDPR GamesHub
 
NJ’s answer to flooding: it has bought out and demolished 1,200 properties - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:00:43 GMT
The state deals with flooding and sea level rise by buying homes in flood prone areas.
 
Intel and Nvidia's superchip plans blend CPUs, GPUs, and big money - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:23:00 GMT

Regulatory filings confirm that Nvidia has acquired roughly 215 million Intel shares at a fixed price of $23.28 per share, a transaction approved by the Federal Trade Commission earlier this month. The deal was first agreed to in September by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan.

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Stranger Things series finale trailer is here - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
Netflix's finale will also have a two-day theatrical release to more than 600 locations.
 
Samsung unveils its new $200 Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, arriving in January - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:48:46 GMT
Samsung will have two new inexpensive mobile devices arriving on the US market next month. The Galaxy A17 5G starts at $199 and will be available on January 7. Arriving on January 8, the Galaxy Tab A11+ will retail for $250.
 
Samsung unveils its new $200 Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, arriving in January - Engadget - Google Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:48:46 GMT
  1. Samsung unveils its new $200 Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, arriving in January Engadget
  2. Samsung Welcomes Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ to the Galaxy Ecosystem samsung.com
  3. Samsung's budget A-series tablet with seven years of updates is set to arrive in the US Android Police
  4. Samsung’s $250 Galaxy Tab A11+ is a big upgrade by budget Android tablet standards 9to5Google
  5. Samsung's $200 Galaxy A17 Brings Google's Circle to Search to Its Lower-Priced Phone CNET
 
Condé Nast user database reportedly breached, Ars unaffected - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:45:54 GMT
A serious data breach has occurred, but Ars users have nothing to worry about.
 
‘Stranger Things’ Couples, Ranked by How Much Chemistry They Actually Have - Gizmodo - Google Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:30:26 GMT
‘Stranger Things’ Couples, Ranked by How Much Chemistry They Actually Have Gizmodo
 
Asus teases "Neo" AM5 motherboards with vapor chamber cooling, improved cable management - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:18:00 GMT

The 18-second promotional video released by Asus suggests that the new Neo lineup will offer several upgrades over existing models, including tools to enhance cable management, optimize operating temperatures, and provide other advanced features aimed at enthusiasts, hobbyists, and DIY system builders.

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Apple may see the future of LLMs very differently than most: report - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:17:00 GMT
  1. Apple may see the future of LLMs very differently than most: report 9to5Mac
  2. Apple needs to deliver an AI-charged Siri so good it gets older iPhone users to upgrade CNBC
  3. 2026 Predictions: Apple Will Reverse Its AI Slump The Information
  4. Apple Stock Forecast 2026: The “AI Outlier” Targets $315 as Services Growth Battles Hardware Fatigue TipRanks
  5. Report: Apple's AI Strategy Could Finally Pay Off in 2026 MacRumors
 
The 3 Cheap Alternatives That Replaced USB Drives - bgr.com - Google Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:17:00 GMT
The 3 Cheap Alternatives That Replaced USB Drives bgr.com
 
Netflix has released a trailer for the Stranger Things finale - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:12:04 GMT
Tomorrow's the big day, and I don't just mean New Year's Eve. The series finale of Stranger Things airs tomorrow, and Netflix has released a trailer for the last episode. We're given only flashes of the final episode, along with a voiceover of an emotional Jim Hopper telling Eleven he needs her to fight one last time.
 
Experimental camera can focus on multiple planes simultaneously - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:49:00 GMT

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering have proposed a new photography method that eliminates the need to choose between focusing on the foreground, midground, or background. By combining previously explored technologies, the team developed a "computational lens" that can selectively focus on objects at different distances within the...

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1Password deal: Last chance to save 50 percent on our favorite password manager - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:43:08 GMT
If cleaning up your digital life is on your New Year's resolution list, we've got good news: 1Password is offering half off its subscription plans (both the Individual and Families plans). That brings the price of the Individual plan down to $24 for a year and the Families plan down to $36 for a year.
 
European Space Agency confirms breach of "external servers" - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:26:56 GMT
The European Space Agency (ESA) confirmed that attackers recently breached servers outside its corporate network, which contained what it described as "unclassified" information on collaborative engineering activities. [...]
 
Wired subscriber data exposed as hackers claim to have stolen 40 million Condé Nast records - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:13:00 GMT

The group, which goes by the name Lovely, said it reached out to Condé Nast months ago to warn them about six vulnerabilities it had discovered.

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Zoom Stealer browser extensions harvest corporate meeting intelligence - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:41:53 GMT
A newly discovered campaign, which researchers call Zoom Stealer, is affecting 2.2 million Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge users through 18 extensions that collect online meeting-related data like URLs, IDs, topics, descriptions, and embedded passwords. [...]
 
Nvidia's $4 trillion rise raises questions about financing its own customers - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:26:00 GMT

The concern centers on circular financial flows between Nvidia and companies that depend heavily on its chips. Nvidia has committed to invest $10 billion annually in OpenAI for the next decade, most of which will fund purchases of its own hardware. It has also arranged deals with CoreWeave, an AI...

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US cybersecurity experts plead guilty to BlackCat ransomware attacks - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:25:17 GMT
Two former employees of cybersecurity incident response companies Sygnia and DigitalMint have pleaded guilty to targeting U.S. companies in BlackCat (ALPHV) ransomware attacks in 2023. [...]
 
Looking for friends, lobsters may stumble into an ecological trap - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:00:56 GMT
Gathering for mutual defense puts young spiny lobsters at risk of predators.
 
CISA orders feds to patch MongoBleed flaw exploited in attacks - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:40:13 GMT
CISA ordered U.S. federal agencies to patch an actively exploited MongoDB vulnerability (MongoBleed) that can be exploited to steal credentials, API keys, and other sensitive data. [...]
 
A Pennsylvania court says police can sift through Google searches to find suspects - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:40:00 GMT

In the case of Commonwealth v. Kurtz, Pennsylvania state police obtained a warrant to review Google's search data for the week before a woman was abducted from her home and raped. The warrant raises questions regarding the Fourth Amendment because it did not focus on a specific suspect.

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Meta buys startup known for its AI task automation agents - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:00:45 GMT
Meta has acquired an AI startup called Manus — known for its custom research and website-building agents — in a deal valued at more than $2 billion, according toThe Wall Street Journal. It's reportedly one of the largest acquisitions yet involving a startup nurtured in China's AI ecosystem.
 
The top 5 most horrifying and fascinating medical cases of 2025 - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:00:27 GMT
Florida man makes two appearances on the list.
 
TCL introduces its own take on a color Kindle Scribe - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT
Hot on the tail of Amazon's Kindle Scribe Colorosoft, TCL is introducing its own take on a distraction-free note-taking and reading device. Unlike the new Scribe, however, it doesn't use E Ink. The TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER is the company's latest device to use NXTPAPER, TCL's custom paper-like LCD screen, which offers some of the qualities of E Ink without the limitations.
 
Meta makes $2 billion bet on agentic AI with Manus acquisition - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:57:00 GMT

Manus gained international attention earlier this year when it unveiled an AI agent capable of generating detailed research reports and building customized websites. The system drew on models from both US and Chinese developers, including Anthropic and Alibaba, and was designed to handle multifaceted requests from paying users. The company's...

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The 10 best vehicles Ars Technica drove in 2025 - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:30:40 GMT
Of all the cars we've driven and reviewed this year, these are our picks.
 
Steam's 2025 best sellers show indie games competing with AAA hits - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:22:00 GMT

The chart ranks games based on revenue earned up until December 1, but Valve will update the list on New Year's Day to include data from December. Still, the available information reveals several trends.

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TSMC's 2nm N2 process officially enters volume production - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:48:00 GMT

A statement on the company's 2nm technology page confirms that volume production began in 4Q25 as planned.

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Commodore 64 Ultimate Review: An Astonishing Remake - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:30:00 GMT
The reborn Commodore 64 is an astonishing remake—but daunting if you weren’t there the first time around.
 
The Morning After: What to expect at CES 2026 - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:15:11 GMT
CES 2026 is right around the corner, and the pre-show hype cycle/ early reveals suggest, yes, there’s going to be an awful lot of AI-powered insert-product-category-here alongside, thankfully, some major announcements from the likes of Intel, Sony and NVIDIA.
 
LG unveils Gallery TV, a canvas-style rival to Samsung's The Frame - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:07:00 GMT

The LG Gallery TV will use the company's Gallery+ content service launched earlier this year. The library offers more than 4,500 pieces of artwork. Owners can also create pieces using generative AI or add their own images from a personal gallery – it even plays background music from built-in tracks...

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What Is a Preamp, and Do I Really Need One? - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
If you’ve wondered what a preamplifier is, what it exactly does, and whether your audio setup is missing one, we’ve got the answers—as well as some of our top recommendations.
 
7 Best Digital Notebooks (2026): reMarkable, Kobo, Kindle - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:38:00 GMT
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.
 
The Arctic's extreme cold is breaking even the world's most advanced military tech - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:19:00 GMT

In the global race to control the Arctic, the challenge isn't just geopolitical – it's technological. As governments plan for the possibility of conflict in the planet's coldest terrain, they are discovering that even their most advanced weapons and tools falter under the region's punishing conditions.

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The Great Big Power Play - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
US support for nuclear energy is soaring. Meanwhile, coal plants are on their way out and electricity-sucking data centers are meeting huge pushback. Welcome to the next front in the energy battle.
 
Tips for Keeping a Digital Diary and Why You Should - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
After 10 years of journaling, my only regret is not starting sooner.
 
The Worst GPUs of 2025: We Love Our GPUs, Just Not These Ones - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:35:00 GMT
This GPU generation brought some progress, but also some baffling decisions. In 2025, AMD and Nvidia were still pushing 8GB graphics cards, and gamers are finally pushing back.
 
China Will Tax Contraceptives in a Bid to Improve Birth Rates - Wired Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT
Amid historically low birth rates and economic pressures from its aging population, China will eliminate a decades-old tax exemption on contraceptives.
 
The best iPad cases for 2026 - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:00:36 GMT
An iPad is a great all-purpose device, but it also needs protection if you want it to last. A good case can guard against drops, add a stand for videos or sketching sessions and even make your iPad feel more like a lightweight laptop. Whether you prefer something slim, rugged or packed with useful features, there is a case that fits the way you use your tablet.

From keyboard folios to minimalist covers with room for your Apple Pencil, we rounded up the best iPad cases that keep your tablet safe without weighing it down.
 
Cinebench 2026 released with support for next-gen GPUs and Apple Silicon - TechSpot Tue, 30 Dec 2025 02:02:00 GMT
Maxon has launched Cinebench 2026, updating its long-running benchmark with performance improvements and support for modern hardware, including Nvidia Blackwell and Hopper GPUs, AMD's Radeon 9000 series, and Apple M4 and M5 systems. The new version moves to an updated Redshift rendering engine and adds a dedicated test for SMT enabled CPU cores.
 
LG to unveil a canvas-style TV at CES 2026 - Engadget Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:00:24 GMT
LG will unveil a canvas-style art TV, dubbed the LG Gallery TV, at CES 2026. The new model will be offered in 55-inch and 65-inch variants, and sports a flush-mount design along with customizable magnetic frames.
 
Chinese state hackers use rootkit to hide ToneShell malware activity - Bleeping Computer Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:08:42 GMT
A new sample of the ToneShell backdoor, typically seen in Chinese cyberespionage campaigns, has been delivered through a kernel-mode loader in attacks against government organizations. [...]
 
US can’t deport hate speech researcher for protected speech, lawsuit says - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:30:29 GMT
On Monday, US officials must explain what steps they took to enforce shocking visa bans.
 
GOG co-founder buys retro gaming storefront from CD Projekt Red - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:14:00 GMT

Michal Kicinski, a co-founder of both GOG and CD Projekt, has agreed to acquire the storefront from the developer. Users should see no changes in day-to-day operations, but the motivations behind the deal and its long-term impact remain unclear.

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Asus denies recent reports of launching its own memory chip facility - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:34:00 GMT

A somewhat reputable Iranian source recently claimed that Asus was planning to produce its own memory chips and IC products. Asus quickly denied the report, while acknowledging the challenges the hardware market is currently facing amid the inflating AI bubble.

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NASA finally has a leader, but its future is no more certain - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:11:09 GMT
After a rudderless year and an exodus of around 4,000 employees due to Trump administration cuts, NASA got what may be its first piece of good news recently. On December 17, the Senate confirmed billionaire Jared Isaacman as the agency's new administrator. He now holds the power to rehabilitate a battered engine of scientific research, or steer it towards even more disruption.
 
Modder uses century-old cast iron radiator to chill modern PC - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:53:00 GMT

The company said the radiator can hold just over two and a half gallons of liquid. Given that volume of liquid and the large surface area of the radiator, it could be more than capable of keeping a PC from overheating… well, maybe.

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Leonardo’s wood charring method predates Japanese practice - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:30:47 GMT
Yakisugi, a Japanese technique of burning wood surfaces, creates a protective carbonized layer
 
The people building humanoid robots say the hype is running ahead of reality - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:13:00 GMT

Humanoid robots have drawn renewed attention this year as companies such as Agility Robotics, Tesla, and Figure AI showcase machines walking, running, and handling warehouse tasks with increasing fluidity.

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Researchers make “neuromorphic” artificial skin for robots - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:00:42 GMT
Information from sensors is transmitted using neural-style activity spikes.
 
HWMonitor provides a simple view of PC hardware temperatures and voltages - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:52:00 GMT
HWMonitor tracks essential system metrics such as CPU and GPU temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and power usage. It offers a quick snapshot of hardware behavior, making it useful for routine monitoring and basic troubleshooting.
 
Hackers flood Rainbow Six Siege with billions in virtual currency, forcing the Ubisoft marketplace offline - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:01:00 GMT

An unknown party disrupted Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, the online tactical shooter recently relaunched as Rainbow Six Siege X. Ubisoft was forced to take the game's servers offline on Saturday and Sunday after the attacker siphoned off a massive amount of the game's virtual currency, effectively destabilizing the in-game...

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Co-founder of CD Projekt Michał Kiciński has acquired GOG, the company's game storefront - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:48:53 GMT
Michał Kiciński, co-founder of CD Projekt, has acquired total ownership of the DRM-free video game storefront GOG. The digital video game platform was started by CD Projekt in 2008 with a stated mission to preserve "Good Old Games" (hence the GOG acronym). CD Projekt is known for its game studio CD Projekt Red, the developers The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077.
 
AI data centers are turning to jet engines and diesel because the grid can't keep up - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Manufacturers of turbines originally designed for aircraft are now reporting a surge in orders as hyperscale developers seek stopgap ways to secure electricity. "The incentives have never been greater for any sort of technology that can supply power," Kasparas Spokas, director of the Clean Air Task Force's electricity program, told...

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Text Grab is a lightweight OCR utility for instant text capture - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:32:00 GMT
Text Grab is a small app from the same developer behind PowerToys' Text Extractor. If you just need fast OCR without the rest of the suite, Text Grab gets it done with zero fuss.
 
China drafts world’s strictest rules to end AI-encouraged suicide, violence - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:30:45 GMT
China wants a human to intervene and notify guardians if suicide is ever mentioned.
 
A forgotten South Korean tungsten mine could help the US break its reliance on China - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:38:00 GMT

Tungsten, known for its extraordinary hardness and ability to endure extreme heat, has long been essential to military technology and advanced manufacturing. The metal – often called a war metal – is integral to tanks, fighter jets, armor-piercing ammunition, and the specialized components that protect missile guidance and artificial intelligence...

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A quirky guide to myths and lore based in actual science - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:30:52 GMT
Folklorist/historian Adrienne Mayor on her new book Mythopedia: A Brief Compendium of Natural History Lore
 
Rainbow Six Siege servers are back online after shutting down in response to Marketplace hacks - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:22:54 GMT
Ubisoft had to shut down Rainbow Six Siege's servers and roll back transactions, a situation that came from a widespread breach that left various players with billions of in-game credits, ultra-rare skins of weapons, and banned accounts. As of Sunday, December 28, the status page on Rainbow Six Siege's website still shows "unplanned outage" on all servers across PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
 
GPS is vulnerable to jamming—here’s how we might fix it - ArsTechnica Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:10:16 GMT
GPS jamming has gotten cheap and easy, but there are potential solutions.
 
AI demand pushes 4TB DDR5 RAM prices to Porsche and Range Rover levels - TechSpot Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:02:00 GMT

Nemix, an American company supplying memory and storage devices to US government agencies and contractors, has listed a 4TB DDR5 PC5-51200 memory kit on its website for an eye-popping $77,000. The kit comprises 16 modules of 256 GB ECC RDIMMs running at 6400 MT/s with a CAS latency of 52.

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Samsung plans to integrate Google Photos into its TVs - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:27:39 GMT
Samsung has announced that it "aims to be the first" to natively integrate Google Photos into TVs. The aim is for Google Photos to work seamlessly with Vision AI Companion, Samsung's souped-up version of Bixby. This would help to make user photos part of the day-to-day TV experience, with photos appearing while navigating the TV's OS during "contextual and convenient moments."
 
iMP Tech Mini Arcade Pro Review: A Nintendo Switch Arcade Cabinet - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT
A fun diversion for retro gaming on the Nintendo Switch 2—if you can stand to look at it.
 
The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested Many to Find Which Ones Work Best (2026) - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:02:00 GMT
Cordless, handheld, robot, and traditional—we tested them all to find the vacuum that’s fantastic for fur.
 
The Worst Hacks of 2025 - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
From university breaches to cyberattacks that shut down whole supply chains, these were the worst cybersecurity incidents of the year.
 
The Best Body Pillow, Tested and Reviewed (2025) - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
From the classic body pillow to unique shapes for optimal limb support, we tested a wide range of body pillows designed for side sleepers.
 
The New Surveillance State Is You - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
Privacy may be dead, but civilians are turning conventional wisdom on its head by surveilling the cops as much as the cops surveil them.
 
3 New Tricks to Try With Google Gemini Live After Its Latest Major Upgrade - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
Google's AI is now even smarter, and more versatile.
 
The Most Dangerous People on the Internet in 2025 - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT
From Donald Trump to DOGE to Chinese hackers, this year the internet’s chaos caused outsize real-world harm.
 
The best iPhone accessories for 2026 - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:37 GMT
The right accessories can make your iPhone feel more capable and more personal. Whether you want to protect your phone, improve your photos or stay powered during a long day out, there are plenty of accessories that can make a real difference. MagSafe gear has opened the door for new chargers, stands and mounts, while portable batteries and compact lenses can upgrade your everyday routine.

We tested a range of products to find the best iPhone accessories that offer practical benefits for both new and older models.
 
The Earth Is Nearing an Environmental Tipping Point - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Today’s global coral bleaching events are the worst kind of climate warning.
 
The best wireless chargers for 2026 - Engadget Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:36 GMT
Imagine never having to fumble with a charging cable again. That's the magic of a wireless charger. Not only does going wireless clear up your space and make charging as simple as setting your phone down, but it’s also surprisingly versatile. Whether you’re looking for a sleek charging pad for your nightstand, a stand that keeps your phone propped up on your desk or even a foldable charger for convenient travel, there's a wireless charger designed to fit your lifestyle. Some can even double as a car charger, keeping your phone powered up on the go without the hassle of cables to plug in. With so many convenient options, it's easy to see why more people are ditching their wired chargers and embracing the effortlessness of wireless. These are the best wireless chargers we've tested so far.
 
Home Chef Promo Code: 50% Off - Wired Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 50% off deliveries, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons.
 
Apple escalates its appeal of a $2 billion fine from a UK antitrust lawsuit - Engadget Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:19:22 GMT
Apple isn't ready to pay a several billion-dollar fine to UK App Store users and is filing an appeal over a major antitrust lawsuit. As first reported by The Guardian, Apple has requested to appeal to the UK's Court of Appeal, which would escalate the case beyond the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT).
 
Ayaneo's latest Game Boy remake will have an early bird starting price of $269 - Engadget Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:45:54 GMT
After the high price tag of the Ayaneo Pocket DMG turned some retro handheld fans away, Ayaneo is working on another remake of the classic Game Boy with a slightly more affordable cost. Ayaneo revealed the pricing for the Pocket Vert, which starts at $269 for early bird orders.
 
Stardew Valley players on the Nintendo Switch 2 get a free upgrade - Engadget Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:49:55 GMT
Stardew Valley is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Fans of the farm life simulator, specifically those who already own it for the Nintendo Switch 2, can download a free upgrade that introduces new features and multiplayer modes.
 
How Much Melatonin Should You Be Taking? (2026) - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:09:00 GMT
Many people rely on the sleep aid melatonin to help them get a more restful night’s sleep. But is it safe? And how much is too much?
 
10 Best Drones (2025): Flight-Tested and Reviewed - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 12:30:00 GMT
Whether you want to battle Star Wars spaceships or shoot a cinematic masterpiece, one of these drones is going to be perfect for you.
 
8 Best Plant-Based Meal Delivery Services and Kits (2025), Tested, Tasted, and Reviewed - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:32:00 GMT
Convenience isn’t just for meat eaters anymore. These plant-based meal kits and delivery services bring healthy preprepared meals and meal kits to your door.
 
People Who Drink Bottled Water on a Daily Basis Ingest 90,000 More Microplastic Particles Each Year - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:30:00 GMT
Drinking water in plastic bottles contains countless particles too small to see. New research finds that people who drink water from them on a daily basis ingest far more microplastics than those who don’t.
 
Billion-Dollar Data Centers Are Taking Over the World - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:00:00 GMT
The battle for AI dominance has left a large footprint—and it’s only getting bigger and more expensive.
 
The Dollar Is Facing an End to Its Dominance - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Questions around the reliability of the US greenback are dulling the luster of what was the world’s currency of trade. New, global alternatives are emerging.
 
Behold the Manifold, the Concept that Changed How Mathematicians View Space - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT
In the mid-19th century, Bernhard Riemann conceived of a new way to think about mathematical spaces, providing the foundation for modern geometry and physics.
 
Therabody Promo Codes and Deals: Get 30% Off This Month - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 06:30:00 GMT
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.
 
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This Month - Wired Sun, 28 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
 
Samsung's two new speakers will deliver crisp audio while blending into your decor - Engadget Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:00:53 GMT
Samsung is adding two brand new speakers to its audio lineup, along with updated soundbars boosted with AI features. While not as inconspicuous as the Samsung Frame, the new WiFi speakers, called the Music Studio 5 and 7, were designed to blend into your living room's atmosphere with their minimalist design. However, if you're looking for a more convenient option, Samsung also updated its flagship HW-Q990H soundbar, while also introducing the more affordable choice of the HW-QS90H.
 
OpenAI is hiring a new Head of Preparedness to try to predict and mitigate AI's harms - Engadget Sat, 27 Dec 2025 22:03:30 GMT
OpenAI is looking for a new Head of Preparedness who can help it anticipate the potential harms of its models and how they can be abused, in order to guide the company's safety strategy. It comes at the end of a year that's seen OpenAI hit with numerous accusations about ChatGPT's impacts on users' mental health, including a few wrongful death lawsuits. In a post on X about the position, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledged that the "potential impact of models on mental health was something we saw a preview of in 2025," along with other "real challenges" that have arisen alongside models' capabilities. The Head of Preparedness "is a critical role at an important time," he said.
 
Here’s the first real look at the Retroid Pocket 6 running PS2 games - Engadget Sat, 27 Dec 2025 19:36:26 GMT
The Retroid Pocket 6 may have gotten off to a rocky start, but the gaming handheld is officially completed and going to see its first shipments soon. The handheld maker revealed the final product shots of the Retroid Pocket 6 in black and orange on X. Along with in-person product pics, Retroid revealed gameplay videos of its handheld, running emulation of PlayStation 2 games.
 
The Best After-Christmas Deals on Gear We've Tested (2025) - Wired Sat, 27 Dec 2025 16:42:31 GMT
Money gifts burning a hole in your pocket? These deals on WIRED-tested gadgets and gizmos will stretch your dollars.
 
Hyperkin The Competitor Controller Review: A DualSense Copycat - Wired Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:30:00 GMT
This copycat controller can’t clone the PS5’s best features, but it’s a solid option for Xbox and PC gamers.
 
The Environmental and Human Rights Costs of China’s Clean Energy Investments Abroad - Wired Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
Chinese companies have pledged hundreds of billions of dollars in clean energy manufacturing investments overseas, but the projects are having significant social, environmental, and human rights impacts.
 
The 48 Best Shows on Netflix, WIRED's Picks (December 2025) - Wired Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
Stranger Things, City of Shadows, and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.
 
Tuft & Needle Original Hybrid Mattress Review: A Soft Landing - Wired Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:32:00 GMT
Choosing a mattress for your guest room, Airbnb, or VRBO rental is challenging. This hybrid is up for it.
 
New York State will require warning labels on social media platforms - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 21:03:06 GMT
The State of New York will now require social media platforms to display warning labels similar to those found on cigarettes. The bill was passed by the New York Legislature in June and signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday. It will apply to any platforms that feature infinite scrolling, auto-play, like counts or algorithmic feeds. The labels will caution those on the platform about potential harm to young users' mental health.
 
What we listened to in 2025 - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 20:13:08 GMT
If streaming services’ year-in-review campaigns have shown us anything, it’s that we’ve spent a staggering amount of time drowning out the hum of everyday life with music, podcasts and audio series. And with some incredible new releases this year, we were really eatin’ good. Here are some of the Engadget team’s favorite things we listened to in 2025.
 
The best iPad accessories for 2026 - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:01:27 GMT
The best iPad accessories can make an aging tablet feel like new again, or give you additional ways to use that new slab you just bought. Whether it's a slim folio case, an Apple Pencil, a docking station or a paper-like screen protector, there are so many iPad accessories out there that can transform how you use your tablet on a regular basis — and make your iPad last longer, too. We've tested a plethora of accessories over the years, and these are the best iPad accessories you can get right now.
 
You may soon be able to change your Gmail address - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:56:33 GMT
A Google support page in Hindi says the ability to change your Gmail address is on the way. The feature would allow you to replace your current @gmail.com address with another. Your old address would remain active as an alias on the account, and all your data would stick around, unaffected.
 
LG announces line of premium gaming monitors that offer 5K visuals - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:52:24 GMT
LG has revealed a new lineup of gaming monitors just ahead of CES. The UltraGear evo displays offer 5K visuals. Many incorporate on-device AI upscaling, taking some of the burden away from the GPU.
 
Our favorite books we read in 2025 - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
This was the kind of year that felt 100 years long, so who could blame us for leaning into a bit of escapism? Some of us buried our noses in books in 2025, and thankfully, there were plenty of good reads to get lost in. Here are some of the Engadget team’s top picks from the year.
 
LG will show off a humanoid robot for household chores at CES 2026 - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 14:54:11 GMT
LG will present a home robot named CLOiD at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. With humanoid robotics sure to feature heavily at this year's tech conference, LG has teased its home assistant before a full unveiling in January.
 
Apple will allow third-party app stores and payment processing in Brazil - Engadget Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:51:15 GMT
Brazilian regulators have reached a settlement with Apple after a yearslong investigation into the company's App Store fee practices as well as its policies against third-party app stores. As first reported by Brazilian tech site tecnoblog, the nation's Administrative Council of Economic Defense (CADE) said it has accepted Apple's proposed agreement that will address claims of anticompetitive practices.
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
One pull of a string is all it takes to deploy these complex structures - MIT Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
A new method could enable users to design portable medical devices, like a splint, that can be rapidly converted from flat panels to a 3D object without any tools.
 
MIT in the media: 2025 in review - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:20:00 GMT
MIT community members made headlines with key research advances and their efforts to tackle pressing challenges.
 
MIT community in 2025: A year in review - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:00:00 GMT
Top stories highlighted the Institute’s leading positions in world and national rankings; new collaboratives tackling manufacturing, generative AI, and quantum; how one professor influenced hundreds of thousands of students around the world; and more.
 
MIT’s top research stories of 2025 - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
Concrete batteries, AI-developed antibiotics, the ozone’s recovery, and a more natural bionic knee were some of the most popular topics on MIT News.
 
3 Questions: How to launch a successful climate and energy venture - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:30:00 GMT
A new book by experts at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship offers 24 steps to success.
 
Study: High-fat diets make liver cells more likely to become cancerous - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
New research suggests liver cells exposed to too much fat revert to an immature state that is more susceptible to cancer-causing mutations.
 
Study: More eyes on the skies will help planes reduce climate-warming contrails - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
Images from geostationary satellites alone aren’t enough to help planes avoid contrail-prone regions, MIT researchers report.
 
Anything-goes “anyons” may be at the root of surprising quantum experiments - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
MIT physicists say these quasiparticles may explain how superconductivity and magnetism can coexist in certain materials.
 
Statement on Professor Nuno Loureiro - MIT Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
 
“Wait, we have the tech skills to build that” - MIT Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
From robotics to apps like “NerdXing,” senior Julianna Schneider is building technologies to solve problems in her community.
 
Q&A: The secret sauce behind successful collegiate dining - MIT Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:00:00 GMT
Andrew Mankus, MIT’s award-winning director of dining, describes why leading with a “students-first mentality” leads to better food offerings for the entire community.
 
Building reuse into the materials around us - MIT Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:50:00 GMT
At MIT, metallurgist Diran Apelian ScD ’73 urges engineers and researchers to rethink design, recycling, and the life cycle of modern materials.
 
Guided learning lets “untrainable” neural networks realize their potential - MIT Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:20:00 GMT
CSAIL researchers find even “untrainable” neural nets can learn effectively when guided by another network’s built-in biases using their guidance method.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
Digital innovations and cultural heritage in rural towns - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:50:00 GMT
A new book providing a roadmap for blending innovation with tradition among shrinking towns blossomed from a practicum in the MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning.
 
Post-COP30, more aggressive policies needed to cap global warming at 1.5 C - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:10:00 GMT
Global Change Outlook report for 2025 shows how accelerated action can reduce climate risks and improve sustainability outcomes, while highlighting potential geopolitical hurdles.
 
Student Spotlight: Diego Temkin - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:35:00 GMT
The senior, who is involved in Dormitory Council, Hydrant, the Student Information Processing Board, and SuperUROP, is double majoring in computer science and engineering and in urban planning.
 
A “scientific sandbox” lets researchers explore the evolution of vision systems - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
The AI-powered tool could inform the design of better sensors and cameras for robots or autonomous vehicles.
 
Teen builds an award-winning virtual reality prototype thanks to free MIT courses - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:50:00 GMT
Nineteen-year-old Freesia Gaul built a VR prototype thanks to MIT OpenCourseWare classes that provided “a solid foundation of knowledge and problem-solving abilities.”
 
MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub convenes leaders to advance pediatric health - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:35:00 GMT
The Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub brings together clinicians, researchers, and industry to bridge the gap between discovery and care.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:15 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
New study suggests a way to rejuvenate the immune system - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
Stimulating the liver to produce some of the signals of the thymus can reverse age-related declines in T-cell populations and enhance response to vaccination.
 
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47 - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:45:00 GMT
In his 10 years at MIT, Loureiro helped illuminate the physics occurring at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
 
How cement “breathes in” and stores millions of tons of CO₂ a year - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:55:00 GMT
New analysis provides the first national, bottom-up estimate of cement’s natural carbon dioxide uptake across buildings and infrastructure.
 
A new immunotherapy approach could work for many types of cancer - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Using new molecules that block an immune checkpoint, researchers showed they could stimulate a strong anti-tumor immune response.
 
“Robot, make me a chair” - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
An AI-driven system lets users design and build simple, multicomponent objects by describing them with words.
 
MIT community members elected to the National Academy of Inventors for 2025 - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:30:00 GMT
Professors Ahmad Bahai and Kripa Varanasi, plus seven additional MIT alumni, are honored for highly impactful inventions.
 
What makes a good proton conductor? - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers found a way to predict how efficiently materials can transport protons in clean energy devices and other advanced technologies.
 
Deep-learning model predicts how fruit flies form, cell by cell - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
The approach could apply to more complex tissues and organs, helping researchers to identify early signs of disease.
 
Fraternities and sororities at MIT raise funds for local charities - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:15:00 GMT
“Our students’ ... dedication reflects not only their generosity, but also the spirit of engaging the MIT community in giving back through philanthropy.”
 
MIT HEALS leadership charts a bold path for convergence in health and life sciences - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:00 GMT
Angela Koehler, Iain Cheeseman, and Katharina Ribbeck are shaping the collaborative as a platform for transformative research, translation, and talent development across MIT.
 
A better DNA material for genetic medicine - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT
With its circular single-stranded DNA molecules, MIT spinout Kano Therapeutics plans to make gene and cell therapies safer and more effective.
 
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore visits MIT - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
The leader accepted the Miriam Pozen Prize for international financial policy and delivered a lecture at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
 
New method improves the reliability of statistical estimations - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
The technique can help scientists in economics, public health, and other fields understand whether to trust the results of their experiments.
 
School of Science welcomed new faculty in 2024 - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:55:00 GMT
Eleven new professors join the departments of Biology; Brain and Cognitive Sciences; Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences; Mathematics; and Physics.
 
A new way to deliver antibodies could make treatment much easier for patients - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:45:00 GMT
Therapeutic antibodies packaged into microparticles could be injected with a standard syringe, avoiding the need for lengthy and often uncomfortable infusions.
 
Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94 to deliver MIT’s 2026 Commencement address - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT
An electrical engineer by training, Su is the chair and CEO of the semiconductor company AMD.
 
A new approach to carbon capture could slash costs - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Chemical engineers have found a simple way to make capturing carbon emissions from industrial plants more energy-efficient.
 
New materials could boost the energy efficiency of microelectronics - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
By stacking multiple active components based on new materials on the back end of a computer chip, this new approach reduces the amount of energy wasted during computation.
 
Vine-inspired robotic gripper gently lifts heavy and fragile objects - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
The new design could be adapted to assist the elderly, sort warehouse products, or unload heavy cargo.
 
When it comes to language, context matters - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers identified three cognitive skills that we use to infer what someone really means.
 
MIT takes manufacturing education across the country - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
The new TechAMP program teaches production principles to workers, helping them advance their careers and identify savings at their firms.
 
Pompeii offers insights into ancient Roman building technology - MIT Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers analyzed a recently discovered ancient construction site to shed new light on a material that has endured for thousands of years.
 
Prognostic tool could help clinicians identify high-risk cancer patients - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:45:00 GMT
Using a versatile problem-solving framework, researchers show how early relapse in lymphoma patients influences their chance for survival.
 
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya visits MIT - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:05:00 GMT
In a conversation with Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Bhattacharya focused on the agency’s policy goals and funding practices.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
When companies “go green,” air quality impacts can vary dramatically - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Cutting air travel and purchasing renewable energy can lead to different effects on overall air quality, even while achieving the same CO2 reduction, new research shows.
 
Paula Hammond named dean of the School of Engineering - MIT Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:50:00 GMT
A chemical engineer who now serves as executive vice provost, Hammond will succeed Anantha Chandrakasan.
 
Robots that spare warehouse workers the heavy lifting - MIT Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Founded by MIT alumni, the Pickle Robot Company has developed machines that can autonomously load and unload trucks inside warehouses and logistic centers.
 
MIT goes quantum - MIT Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Institute to launch new quantum initiative aimed at advancing the most significant practical applications in science, technology, industry and national security.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
What’s the best way to expand the US electricity grid? - MIT Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
A study by MIT researchers illuminates choices about reliability, cost, and emissions.
 
A smarter way for large language models to think about hard problems - MIT Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
This new technique enables LLMs to dynamically adjust the amount of computation they use for reasoning, based on the difficulty of the question.
 
MIT engineers design an aerial microrobot that can fly as fast as a bumblebee - MIT Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
With insect-like speed and agility, the tiny robot could someday aid in search-and-rescue missions.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:00:11 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below:
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.2 beta to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.
 
Changes for apps in the EU now available in iPadOS 18 beta 2 - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:12 GMT
The changes for apps in the European Union (EU), currently available to iOS users in the 27 EU member countries, can now be tested in iPadOS 18 beta 2 with Xcode 16 beta 2.
 
The App Store on Apple Vision Pro expands to new markets - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:46 GMT
Apple Vision Pro will launch in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore on June 28 and in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on July 12. Your apps and games will be automatically available on the App Store in regions you’ve selected in App Store Connect.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and South Korea - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:06:41 GMT
Apple is committed to making sure that the App Store is a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, you’ll need to indicate in App Store Connect if your app includes loot boxes available for purchase. In addition, a regional age rating based on local laws will automatically appear on the product page of the apps listed below on the App Store in Australia and South Korea. No other action is needed. Regional age ratings appear in addition to Apple global age ratings.
 
WWDC24 resources and survey - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:00:32 GMT
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an amazing week. We hope you found value, connection, and fun. You can continue to:
 
WWDC24 highlights - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:00:59 GMT
Browse the biggest moments from an incredible week of sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:05 GMT
Explore the highlights.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Find out what’s new across Apple platforms.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Explore new Swift and SwiftUI sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:00:34 GMT
Explore everything announced at WWDC24 >
 
Find out what’s new and download beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:30:09 GMT
Discover the latest advancements across Apple platforms, including the all-new Apple Intelligence, that can help you create even more powerful, intuitive, and unique experiences.
 
Explore new documentation and sample code from WWDC24 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:00:39 GMT
Browse new and updated documentation and sample code to learn about the latest technologies, frameworks, and APIs introduced at WWDC24.
 
WWDC24 Design guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:57 GMT
Discover how this year’s design announcements can help make your app shine on Apple platforms.
 
WWDC24 Swift guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:46 GMT
Your guide to everything new in Swift, related tools, and supporting frameworks.
 
WWDC24 SwiftUI & UI Frameworks guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Design and build your apps like never before.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 1 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Keynote
 
WWDC24 Developer Tools guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:30 GMT
Explore a wave of updates to developer tools that make building apps and games easier and more efficient than ever.
 
WWDC24 iOS & iPadOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:26 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for iPhone and iPad.
 
WWDC24 Machine Learning & AI guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:24 GMT
Bring personal intelligence to your apps.
 
WWDC24 Games guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:22 GMT
Create the next generation of games for millions of players worldwide.
 
WWDC24 watchOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for Apple Watch.
 
WWDC24 sessions schedule, lab requests, guides, and documentation now available - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:13 GMT
WWDC24 is here! Here’s how to make the most of your week:
 
WWDC24 visionOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:07 GMT
The infinite canvas is waiting for you.
 
Hello Developer: June 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:30:21 GMT
With WWDC24 just days away, there’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get right to it.
 
Watch the WWDC24 Keynote - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:00:04 GMT
WWDC24
 
Watch the WWDC24 Platforms State of the Union - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:58:11 GMT
WWDC24
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:10:16 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Action packed. - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:00:50 GMT
One week to go. Don’t miss the exciting reveal of the latest Apple software and technologies.
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:30:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Coming in swiftly. - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:28 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community for an incredible week of technology and creativity — all online and free. WWDC24 takes place from June 10-14.
 
Check out the new Apple Developer Forums - Apple Developer Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:11 GMT
The Apple Developer Forums have been redesigned for WWDC24 to help developers connect with Apple experts, engineers, and each other to find answers and get advice.
 
Hello Developer: May 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:01:13 GMT
It won’t be long now! WWDC24 takes place online from June 10 through 14, and we’re here to help you get ready for the biggest developer event of the year. In this edition:
 
Q&A with the SharePlay team - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:46 GMT
SharePlay is all about creating meaningful shared experiences in your app. By taking advantage of SharePlay, your app can provide a real-time connection that synchronizes everything from media playback to 3D models to collaborative tools across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. We caught up with the SharePlay team to ask about creating great SharePlay experiences, spatial Personas, that magic “shockwave” effect, and more.
 
‘I taught myself’: Tucker MacDonald and the rise of Tide Guide - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:41 GMT
Lots of apps have great origin stories, but the tale of Tucker MacDonald and Tide Guide seems tailor-made for the Hollywood treatment. It begins in the dawn hours on Cape Cod, where a school-age MacDonald first learned to fish with his grandfather.
 
What’s new for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:15 GMT
The CTF is an element of the alternative business terms in the EU that reflects the value Apple provides developers through tools, technologies, and services that enable them to build and share innovative apps. We believe anyone with a good idea and the ingenuity to bring it to life should have the opportunity to offer their app to the world. Only developers who reach significant scale (more than one million first annual installs per year in the EU) pay the CTF. Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions approved for a fee waiver don’t pay the CTF. Today, we’re introducing two additional conditions in which the CTF is not required:
 
Reminder: Privacy requirement for app submissions starts May 1 - Apple Developer Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:00:50 GMT
The App Store was created to be a safe place for users to discover and get millions of apps all around the world. Over the years, we‘ve built many critical privacy and security features that help protect users and give them transparency and control — from Privacy Nutrition Labels to app tracking transparency, and so many more.
 
Q&A: Promoting your app or game with Apple Search Ads - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:00:52 GMT
Apple Search Ads helps you drive discovery of your app or game on the App Store. We caught up with the Apple Search Ads team to learn more about successfully using the service, including signing up for the free online Apple Search Ads Certification course.
 
Apple Search Ads now available in Brazil and more Latin American markets - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:00:37 GMT
Drive discovery and downloads on the App Store with Apple Search Ads in 70 countries and regions, now including Brazil, Bolivia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, and Paraguay.
 
Let loose. - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:00:46 GMT
Watch the May 7 event at apple.com, on Apple TV, or on YouTube Live.
 
Check out our newest developer activities - Apple Developer Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:00:33 GMT
Join us around the world to learn about growing your business, elevating your app design, and preparing for the App Review process. Here’s a sample of our new activities — and you can always browse the full schedule to find more.
 
Web Distribution now available in iOS 17.5 beta 2 and App Store Connect - Apple Developer Tue, 16 Apr 2024 16:00:54 GMT
Web Distribution lets authorized developers distribute their iOS apps to users in the European Union (EU) directly from a website owned by the developer. Apple will provide developers access to APIs that facilitate the distribution of their apps from the web, integrate with system functionality, and back up and restore users’ apps, once they meet certain requirements designed to help protect users and platform integrity. For details, visit Getting started with Web Distribution in the EU.
 
Hello Developer: April 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:02:26 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer — and the kickoff to WWDC season. In this edition:
 
Knotwords: Gage and Schlesinger at the crossroads - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:00:55 GMT
Knotwords is a clever twist on crossword puzzles — so much so that one would expect creators Zach Gage and Jack Schlesinger to be longtime crossword masters who set out to build themselves a new challenge.
 
WWDC24: June 10-14 - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:05 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Provide your trader status in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:00:25 GMT
To align with the Digital Services Act (DSA) in the European Union (EU), Account Holders and Admins in the Apple Developer Program can now enter their trader status in App Store Connect.
 
More options for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:00:27 GMT
We’re providing more flexibility for developers who distribute apps in the European Union (EU), including introducing a new way to distribute apps directly from a developer’s website.
 
Uncovering the hidden joys of Finding Hannah - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:44 GMT
On its surface, Finding Hannah is a bright and playful hidden-object game — but dig a little deeper and you’ll find something much more.
 
Q&A with the Mac notary service team - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:43 GMT
Security is at the core of every Apple platform. The Mac notary service team is part of Apple Security Engineering and Architecture, and in this Q&A, they share their tips on app distribution and account security to help Mac developers have a positive experience — and protect their users.
 
Hello Developer: March 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:32 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer. In this edition:
 
New App Store and iOS data analytics now available - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:30:33 GMT
We’re expanding the analytics available for your apps to help you get even more insight into your business and apps’ performance.
 
Updates to app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 16:00:57 GMT
Over the past several weeks, we’ve communicated with thousands of developers to discuss DMA-related changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting apps in the European Union. As a result of the valuable feedback received, we’ve revised the Alternative Terms Addendum for Apps in the EU to update the following policies and provide developers more flexibility:
 
The latest OS Release Candidates are now available - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:56:58 GMT
You can now submit your apps and games built with Xcode 15.3 and all the latest SDKs for iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4, tvOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1, and watchOS 10.4.
 
Privacy updates for App Store submissions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Feb 2024 21:40:13 GMT
Developers are responsible for all code included in their apps. At WWDC23, we introduced new privacy manifests and signatures for commonly used third-party SDKs and announced that developers will need to declare approved reasons for using a set of APIs in their app’s privacy manifest. These changes help developers better understand how third-party SDKs use data, secure software dependencies, and provide additional privacy protection for users.
 
App submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:00:11 GMT
iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4, tvOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1, and watchOS 10.4 will soon be available to customers worldwide. Build your apps and games using the Xcode 15.3 Release Candidate and latest SDKs, then test them using TestFlight. You can submit your iPhone and iPad apps today.
 
Developer activities you’ll love - Apple Developer Wed, 14 Feb 2024 15:00:47 GMT
Apple developer activities are in full swing. Here’s a look at what’s happening:
 
Q&A with the Apple UX writing team - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:51 GMT
Writing is fundamental — especially in your apps and games, where the right words can have a profound impact on your experience. During WWDC23, the Apple UX writing team hosted a wide-ranging Q&A that covered everything from technical concepts to inspiring content to whether apps should have “character.” Here are some highlights from that conversation and resources to help you further explore writing for user interfaces.
 
Hello Developer: February 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:34 GMT
Welcome to the first Hello Developer of the spatial computing era. In this edition: Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day all over the world, find out how the Fantastical team brought their app to life on Apple Vision Pro, get UX writing advice straight from Apple experts, and catch up on the latest news and documentation.
 
“The best version we’ve ever made”: Fantastical comes to Apple Vision Pro - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:06 GMT
The best-in-class calendar app Fantastical has more than a decade of history, a shelf full of awards, and plenty of well-organized fans on iPad, iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch. Yet Michael Simmons, CEO and lead product designer for Flexibits, the company behind Fantastical, says the Apple Vision Pro app is “the best version we’ve ever made.” We asked Simmons about what he’s learned while building for visionOS, his experiences visiting the developer labs, and what advice he’d give fellow developers bringing their apps to Vision Pro.
 
Updates to support app distribution changes in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:00:01 GMT
We recently announced changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting developers’ apps in the European Union (EU) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), supported by more than 600 new APIs, a wide range of developer tools, and related documentation.
 
App Store Connect upload requirement starts April 29 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:00:43 GMT
Apps uploaded to App Store Connect must be built with Xcode 15 for iOS 17, iPadOS 17, tvOS 17, or watchOS 10, starting April 29, 2024.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 25 - Apple Developer Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:00:58 GMT
Every year, the Swift Student Challenge aims to inspire students to create amazing app playgrounds that can make life better for their communities — and beyond.
 
Request a consultation about the changes to apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:58 GMT
Meet with an Apple team member to discuss changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting apps in the European Union to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Topics include alternative distribution on iOS, alternative payments in the App Store, linking out to purchase on your webpage, new business terms, and more.
 
Blackbox: Rebooting an inventive puzzle game for visionOS - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:51 GMT
If you’ve ever played Blackbox, you know that Ryan McLeod builds games a little differently.
 
Apple Vision Pro developer stories and Q&As - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:26 GMT
Meet some of the incredible teams building for visionOS, and get answers from Apple experts on spatial design and creating great apps for Apple Vision Pro.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, in-app purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:00:34 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Apple introduces new options worldwide for streaming game services and apps that provide access to mini apps and games - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:10:18 GMT
New analytics reports coming in March for developers everywhere
 
Update on apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:05:42 GMT
We’re sharing some changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store, impacting developers’ apps in the European Union (EU) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These changes create new options for developers who distribute apps in any of the 27 EU member states, and do not apply to apps distributed anywhere else in the world. These options include how developers can distribute apps on iOS, process payments, use web browser engines in iOS apps, request interoperability with iPhone and iOS hardware and software features, access data and analytics about their apps, and transfer App Store user data.
 
Updated App Store Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 15:58:09 GMT
The App Store Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies, upcoming features, and to provide clarification. We now also indicate which guidelines only apply to Notarization for iOS apps in the European Union.
 
Swift Student Challenge applications open February 5 - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:00:40 GMT
We’re so excited applications for the Swift Student Challenge 2024 will open on February 5.
 
“The full impact of fruit destruction”: How Halfbrick cultivated Super Fruit Ninja on Apple Vision Pro - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:00:10 GMT
Fruit Ninja has a juicy history that stretches back more than a decade, but Samantha Turner, lead gameplay programmer at the game’s Halfbrick Studios, says the Apple Vision Pro version — Super Fruit Ninja on Apple Arcade — is truly bananas. “When it first came out, Fruit Ninja kind of gave new life to the touchscreen,” she notes, “and I think we have the potential to do something very special here.”
 
Realizing their vision: How djay designed for visionOS - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:42 GMT
Years ago, early in his professional DJ career, Algoriddim cofounder and CEO Karim Morsy found himself performing a set atop a castle tower on the Italian coast. Below him, a crowd danced in the ruins; before him streched a moonlit-drenched coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. “It was a pretty inspiring environment,” Morsy says, probably wildly underselling this.
 
Hello Developer: January 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:29 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer. In this Apple Vision Pro-themed edition: Find out how to submit your visionOS apps to the App Store, learn how the team behind djay approached designing for the infinite canvas, and get technical answers straight from Apple Vision Pro engineers. Plus, catch up on the latest news, documentation, and developer activities.
 
Q&A: Building apps for visionOS - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:27 GMT
Over the past few months, Apple experts have fielded questions about visionOS in Apple Vision Pro developer labs all over the world. Here are answers to some of the most frequent questions they’ve been asked, including insights on new concepts like entities, immersive spaces, collision shapes, and much more.
 
Submit your apps to the App Store for Apple Vision Pro - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jan 2024 16:00:08 GMT
Apple Vision Pro will have a brand-new App Store, where people can discover and download incredible apps for visionOS. Whether you’ve created a new visionOS app or are making your existing iPad or iPhone app available on Apple Vision Pro, here’s everything you need to know to prepare and submit your app to the App Store.