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SK Hynix has struck an agreement with its union to pay out half of all profit-sharing bonuses in cash, replacing a previously proposed 40-60 cash-stock split (Yoolim Lee/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:00:01 GMT

Yoolim Lee / Bloomberg:
SK Hynix has struck an agreement with its union to pay out half of all profit-sharing bonuses in cash, replacing a previously proposed 40-60 cash-stock split — SK Hynix Inc. has struck an agreement with its union to pay out half of all profit-sharing bonuses in cash, resolving a dispute …

 
Sources: SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to manufacture memory chips in the US but potential opposition from Seoul could be a major hurdle for the deal (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:55:01 GMT

Reuters:
Sources: SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to manufacture memory chips in the US but potential opposition from Seoul could be a major hurdle for the deal — South Korea's SK Hynix (000660.KS) is in talks with Intel (INTC.O) about a deal that would see it manufacture memory chips on U.S. soil …

 
A theoretical computer scientist says he has heard rumors that AI labs are sitting on major solutions after a hostile response to the Navier-Stokes proof (Scott Aaronson/Shtetl-Optimized) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:45:00 GMT

Scott Aaronson / Shtetl-Optimized:
A theoretical computer scientist says he has heard rumors that AI labs are sitting on major solutions after a hostile response to the Navier-Stokes proof — Twenty years ago, when the idea of AI taking over the world in our lifetimes still struck most of us as the unconstrained fantasy …

 
Police in Gujarat, India, to question Google after uncovering 500K+ Gmail IDs and passwords used to send hoax bomb threats to government offices since 2022 (Munsif Vengattil/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:35:01 GMT

Munsif Vengattil / Reuters:
Police in Gujarat, India, to question Google after uncovering 500K+ Gmail IDs and passwords used to send hoax bomb threats to government offices since 2022 — Indian police will question Google over a lack of safeguards after smashing a criminal network that set up and managed …

 
Sources: investors recently approached OpenAI with a proposal to invest at a $1.2T valuation, but OpenAI believes its value should be at least $1.5T (Sri Muppidi/New York Times) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:59 GMT

Sri Muppidi / New York Times:
Sources: investors recently approached OpenAI with a proposal to invest at a $1.2T valuation, but OpenAI believes its value should be at least $1.5T — The funding round would double the value of the start-up behind ChatGPT and establish it as the world's most valuable private company.
 
A Super-Accurate Clock Using a Tiny Microcontroller - Hack a Day Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:10 GMT
DCF77 is a German VLF transmitting station that broadcasts a time signal across Europe on 77.5 kHz. Thus a common sight in a European home is a clock emblazoned with …read more
 
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TypeSafe AI debuts Jev, a model using "Reinforcement Learning for Calibrated Decisions" to produce typed probabilistic decisions that software can use directly (Thomas Claburn/The Register) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:55:01 GMT

Thomas Claburn / The Register:
TypeSafe AI debuts Jev, a model using “Reinforcement Learning for Calibrated Decisions” to produce typed probabilistic decisions that software can use directly — ‘Jev’ doesn't chat. It produces typed probabilistic decisions — TypeSafe AI, a startup bestowed with $40 million in funding …

 
Samsung Goes to Couples Therapy to Unpack iPhone-to-Android Tension - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:15:35 GMT
Featuring Orna Guralnik of Couples Therapy, Samsung’s latest ads uncover the emotions behind switching phone brands.
 
How chimps teach their kids tool tricks - ArsTechnica Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:39 GMT
Adults first demonstrate tool use, then hand over the implements to their infants, who copy the behavior.
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
Google researchers help develop the first complete digital map of an adult male fruit fly's brain, which modders programmed to play Doom, trade BTC, and more (Becky Ferreira/404 Media) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:55:02 GMT

Becky Ferreira / 404 Media:
Google researchers help develop the first complete digital map of an adult male fruit fly's brain, which modders programmed to play Doom, trade BTC, and more — How to make a fly play Doom, Minecraft, Beat Saber, parallel park, trade bitcoin, cut doner kebab, and more.
 
Cybersecurity experts claim that AI leaders' apocalyptic hacking predictions are technically incoherent and reflect an unfamiliarity with the subject (Kevin Collier/NBC News) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:55:01 GMT

Kevin Collier / NBC News:
Cybersecurity experts claim that AI leaders' apocalyptic hacking predictions are technically incoherent and reflect an unfamiliarity with the subject — Cybersecurity experts told NBC News that they were concerned that fundamental issues of cybersecurity weren't being addressed.
 
Source: AI assistant Instinct seeks to raise $1B at a $10B valuation, up from $2.25B less than a month ago; Sequoia and Benchmark are in talks to lead the round (Valida Pau/The Information) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:15:01 GMT

Valida Pau / The Information:
Source: AI assistant Instinct seeks to raise $1B at a $10B valuation, up from $2.25B less than a month ago; Sequoia and Benchmark are in talks to lead the round — The startup behind personal AI assistant Instinct is in talks to raise $1 billion at a valuation of about $10 billion, a person with knowledge of the deal said.
 
Tips To Model Your Next CNC Cabinet in CAD Before Buying Anything - Hack a Day Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:00:19 GMT
[Clough42] has started a new CNC control cabinet build, and uses it as an opportunity to demonstrate why he models the whole thing out in CAD before ordering parts or …read more
 
The Boox Palma 3 gets stylus support and a sleek redesign - The Verge - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT
  1. The Boox Palma 3 gets stylus support and a sleek redesign The Verge
  2. The new Boox e-ink devices get Android 16 out of the box, including Palma 3 9to5Google
  3. BOOX's three new e-ink readers have something for everyone, no matter what you use them for XDA
  4. Boox just dropped three new e-ink tablets, including a palm-sized e-reader Mashable
  5. BOOX Announces Three New E-Ink Android Devices Thurrott.com
 
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember launches March 4, 2027, alpha demo now available - Gematsu - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:42:17 GMT
  1. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember launches March 4, 2027, alpha demo now available Gematsu
  2. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember launches March 4, 2027, demo live today PlayStation.Blog
  3. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember Fixes The Combat That Held Back The Original, As Deflection No Longer Dominates Encounters Wccftech
  4. Defeat Cao Cao! 'Wo Long 2' to launch on March 4 next year, demo released 게임메카
  5. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember Drops Playable Demo Immediately and Sets 2027 Release Date IGN
 
Analysis: only ~2.3 GW of planned data center capacity is delayed by direct project-level policies like local moratoriums and New York's data center EO (SemiAnalysis) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:20:02 GMT

SemiAnalysis:
Analysis: only ~2.3 GW of planned data center capacity is delayed by direct project-level policies like local moratoriums and New York's data center EO — 300+ moratoriums mapped, 20GW sits inside a restricted local boundary, 1,525MW actually slips, 2.3GW nationwide including New York
 
We Asked Minimalists About the Home Decor Purchases They Regret Most, and They Did Not Hold Back - The Spruce - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:09:00 GMT
We Asked Minimalists About the Home Decor Purchases They Regret Most, and They Did Not Hold Back The Spruce
 
Records show police justified Flock license plate searches with answers like "LMAO" and "idk" - TechSpot Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:06:00 GMT

Search logs from Flock's Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) database show that, over the past few years, officers across the US have routinely searched the system without offering any legitimate justification. And the company's own fix for the problem may have made it worse.

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Falcom signs agreement with NEOWIZ for development and global release of The Legend of Heroes III: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch for consoles, PC - Gematsu - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:05:49 GMT
  1. Falcom signs agreement with NEOWIZ for development and global release of The Legend of Heroes III: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch for consoles, PC Gematsu
  2. Nihon Falcom to revive The Legend of Heroes II: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch for PC and console with Lies of P publisher Neowiz. Global release also in the works AUTOMATON
  3. Neowiz Signs IP Agreement for 'The Legend of Heroes III: White Witch' Inven Global
  4. Neowiz will reintroduce Japan's Nippon Falcon's classic role-playing game (RPG) "Hero Legend 3 White.. 매일경제
  5. Will a remake be released? Neowiz signs IP contract for The Legend of Heroes III: White Witch 게임메카
 
Canon EOS R8 Mark II Announced: Our thoughts and reaction - Canon Rumors - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:04:00 GMT
  1. Canon EOS R8 Mark II Announced: Our thoughts and reaction Canon Rumors
  2. I Tested Canon's First Retro Camera, and It Proves Throwback Gear Doesn't Have to Be a Gimmick PCMag
  3. The EOS R8 Mark II is Canon’s lightest full-frame camera with stabilization The Verge
  4. Canon Announces EOS R8 Mark II: Adds In-Body Stabilization, Keeps 24.2MP Sensor Newsshooter
  5. Canon EOS R8 Mark II Review: A Great Camera In a Polarizing Package PetaPixel
 
Canon's R8 II camera borrowed its styling from a classic SLR film camera - Engadget Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT
Though preoccupied with vlogging lately, Canon hasn't forgotten its full-frame photography market.
 
Zuckerberg says "Meta delayed shipping Muse for several months to focus on safety and security" and didn't call on other AI labs to do the same before acting (Tom Giles/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:30:01 GMT

Tom Giles / Bloomberg:
Zuckerberg says “Meta delayed shipping Muse for several months to focus on safety and security” and didn't call on other AI labs to do the same before acting — Meta Platforms Inc. Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg said artificial intelligence labs should rely …

 
Considering a Level 2 EV charger? How to know if you need one - Engadget Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Charging your EV from home is cheap and convenient, but knowing which type of charger will get the most out of your electric car can often be confusing.
 
Democrats and Republicans proposed many bills to address major AI threats over the past two years, but they remain stymied by partisan disputes and lobbying (New York Times) - Techmeme Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:55:00 GMT

New York Times:
Democrats and Republicans proposed many bills to address major AI threats over the past two years, but they remain stymied by partisan disputes and lobbying — For years, Democrats and Republicans have proposed bills to address the greatest threats posed by artificial intelligence.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 16, #927 - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:47:04 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 16, 2026.
 
Apple Details How Reference Image Proves a Photo is Real - MacRumors - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:46:20 GMT
  1. Apple Details How Reference Image Proves a Photo is Real MacRumors
  2. Apple Reference Image: A New Approach for Verified Photography Apple Security Research
  3. Apple has a new way to prove your iPhone photos aren’t AI slop TechCrunch
  4. Apple explains how the iPhone 18 Pro’s new Reference Image camera mode works 9to5Mac
  5. Apple claims the iPhone 18 Pro camera is more secure than your Android Android Authority
 
Q&A with Matt Sheehan, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, on US-China AI race, distillation, US chip export controls, and more (New York Times) - Techmeme Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:30:06 GMT

New York Times:
Q&A with Matt Sheehan, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, on US-China AI race, distillation, US chip export controls, and more — Look, I don't know if you are following every article, every tweet, every blog post from the A.I. labs right now, but we are in a frightening place.
 
How to get Spotify's best audio quality - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Spotify's default audio settings let you enjoy music wherever you go, but you're not always getting the best quality. A few tweaks can make all the difference.
 
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds free character update Bayonetta announced - Gematsu - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:15:45 GMT
  1. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds free character update Bayonetta announced Gematsu
  2. BAYONETTA JOINS YEAR TWO SEGA
  3. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds reveals Bayonetta DLC Nintendo Everything
  4. Bayonetta Joins Godzilla, Evangelion in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Game's Year 2 Anime News Network
  5. 'Bayonetta' Is Officially Making a Comeback, But It Is Not What You Expect inkl
 
Mark Zuckerberg says AI labs have the responsibility and incentive to train models safely and that any lab that doesn't focus on alignment will fall behind (Mark Zuckerberg/@finkd) - Techmeme Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:15:07 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg / @finkd:
Mark Zuckerberg says AI labs have the responsibility and incentive to train models safely and that any lab that doesn't focus on alignment will fall behind — Last month I wrote about how we can build a positive and safe future for everyone: https://meta.com/... Every lab has the responsibility and incentive to move at the pace required to train its models safely, and the ability to take its own actions to ensure that happens. The reality is: - Peo...
 
Meta plans camera-free smart glasses for fall launch, The Information reports - Reuters - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:10:45 GMT
  1. Meta plans camera-free smart glasses for fall launch, The Information reports Reuters
  2. Meta to Launch Camera-Free Smart Glasses Amid Mounting Privacy Concerns theinformation.com
  3. Two Months with $299 Meta Smart Glasses Reveals Key Issues Geeky Gadgets
  4. Meta to Launch Camera-Free Smart Glasses Luna Amid Privacy Concerns 조선일보
  5. Meta plans to launch camera-free smart glasses for fall, The Information reports marketscreener.com
 
Arc System Works are working on a brand new fighting game property as of a few months ago but it kind of slipped under the radar - EventHubs - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:47 GMT
Arc System Works are working on a brand new fighting game property as of a few months ago but it kind of slipped under the radar EventHubs
 
Coffee Maker Steam Wand Gets a Safe Outlet - Hack a Day Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:23 GMT
Sometimes a hacker has a specific sort of problem, and uses the tools they have to solve it in a way that just might be helpful to someone else. That’s …read more
 
New PS5 Pulse Headsets Revealed by Sony with Better Sound and Comfort - Push Square - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT
  1. New PS5 Pulse Headsets Revealed by Sony with Better Sound and Comfort Push Square
  2. Introducing the next line of PS5 audio products: PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge Wireless Headsets PlayStation.Blog
  3. Sony reveals PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge headsets with planar audio Neowin
  4. PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset and Pulse Edge announced for PS5 tbreak.com
  5. The PlayStation Pulse And PlayStation Pulse Edge Wireless Headsets Have Been Revealed Press Start Australia
 
How to manually update Android Auto (and what it might mean if you can't) - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The Android Auto app lives in the Play Store, so start there if you want to update.
 
Sources: Meta plans to release a camera-free pair of smart glasses this fall; the new model has six mics to let users speak with Meta's AI chatbot and Muse (Jyoti Mann/The Information) - Techmeme Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:50:00 GMT

Jyoti Mann / The Information:
Sources: Meta plans to release a camera-free pair of smart glasses this fall; the new model has six mics to let users speak with Meta's AI chatbot and Muse — Meta Platforms plans to release a camera-free pair of smart glasses this fall, according to people familiar with the matter …

 
Are USB-C flash drives better than USB-A ones? - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT
USB-A and USB-C flash drives both have their purposes. USB-C is increasingly common, but USB-A isn't going anywhere yet.
 
The Roman telescope has enough gas for 22 years, double NASA's expectations - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:26:32 GMT
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is the first NASA observatory designed for in-space refueling.
 
PS Plus Gets a Diverse Lineup for September With WWE 2K26, RuneScape: Dragonwilds and More - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:24:42 GMT
From the supernatural horror of Slitterhead to the roguelite action of Ball x Pit and the stealthy combat of Sniper Elite: Resistance, this month’s additions offer plenty of ways to play.
 
Google rolling out September 2026 update for Pixel Watch 2, 3, & 4 - 9to5Google - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:20:00 GMT
  1. Google rolling out September 2026 update for Pixel Watch 2, 3, & 4 9to5Google
  2. September Pixel Drop: New Pixel VIP updates, Pixel Watch features, and more blog.google
  3. Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel 9to5Google
  4. Google’s New Pixel Features Include Shortcuts to Your Favorite Contacts, Adds Scam Alerts CNET
  5. Pixel 11 Gets Another September Update, but Android 17 QPR1 Is Still Missing TechRepublic
 
Microsoft will hold a Windows and Surface event on October 7 - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:18:07 GMT
The event is focused on "Windows, NVIDIA RTX Spark, Surface, and the broader PC ecosystem," with Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang among the speakers.
 
Samsung Is Fast-Tracking Galaxy Z TriFold 2 After iPhone Duo Reveal, According to Leaks - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:00:28 GMT
The successor to Samsung’s first TriFold phone may now have an accelerated release timeline.
 
Wired vs wireless speakers: What are the pros and cons? - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Wired and wireless speakers each offer different trade-offs, advantages and disadvantages. Plus, what audio you put through them has a big effect.
 
Which Nvidia GPU Is Equivalent To The Meta Quest 3? - bgr.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:47:00 GMT
  1. Which Nvidia GPU Is Equivalent To The Meta Quest 3? bgr.com
  2. Meta Quest 3 Review: The VR Headset That Gets Almost Everything Right Forbes
  3. PSVR2 vs Meta Quest 3 vs Quest 3S: $200 Price Gap [2026] tech-insider.org
  4. Meta Quest 3 512GB Mixed Reality Headset - Higher Storage And XR2 Gen 2 Power ad-hoc-news.de
  5. Meta Quest 3 128GB Mixed Reality Headset - 4K+ Visuals And Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 Power ad-hoc-news.de
 
'If the Industry Loses Creativity and Innovation, It Will Slowly Die' — Masahiro Sakurai Urges Game Developers to Push Past Limitations as He Closes Curtain on Game Designers Award After 16 Years - IGN - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:28:25 GMT
  1. 'If the Industry Loses Creativity and Innovation, It Will Slowly Die' — Masahiro Sakurai Urges Game Developers to Push Past Limitations as He Closes Curtain on Game Designers Award After 16 Years IGN
  2. Pokémon Officially Wins GOTY During Its 30th Anniversary Polygon.com
  3. Japan Game Awards 2026 winners announced, Pokemon Pokopia takes home the big prize Nintendo Everything
  4. The year's first GOTY winner crowned as GTA 6 doesn't get a look in GAMINGbible
  5. Resident Evil Requiem and PRAGMATA Win an Award for Excellence in the Games of the Year Division at the Japan Game Awards 2026! PRAGMATA also wins the Breakthrough Award – CAPCOM
 
Paraglider arrested after dropping toys from the sky during Dan + Shay concert at Ruoff Music Center on 9/11 - fox59.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:19:51 GMT
Paraglider arrested after dropping toys from the sky during Dan + Shay concert at Ruoff Music Center on 9/11 fox59.com
 
Google’s New Pixel Features Include Shortcuts to Your Favorite Contacts, Adds Scam Alerts - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:14:45 GMT
The September Pixel Drop includes two months of Audible for anyone with a Pixel 6 or newer.
 
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Almost Had Eight Protagonists - Kotaku - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:12:26 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Almost Had Eight Protagonists Kotaku
  2. Ask the Developer Vol. 23: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — Part 1 Nintendo
  3. Nintendo offers explanation for why Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave features just one save file nintendowire.com
  4. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Overview Trailer Digs into the Details Crunchyroll
  5. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Recruited Characters Data Merges Siliconera
 
Mark your calendars: A Googlebook 'celebration' is happening next month - Android Authority - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:04:00 GMT
  1. Mark your calendars: A Googlebook 'celebration' is happening next month Android Authority
  2. Googlebook Pre-Orders Open Sept. 21: $999 Gemini Laptops tech-insider.org
  3. A Googlebook 'Celebration' Event Is Set For October 5 Engadget
  4. Exclusive: Lenovo Googlebook 15 Revealed in Full, With OLED, Core Ultra 5, Gemini and a Dedicated Google Key The Mac Observer
  5. Google drops a Googlebook teaser and preorder date Android Police
 
California media layoffs claim more top talent as website swings the ax - New York Post - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:53:00 GMT
  1. California media layoffs claim more top talent as website swings the ax New York Post
  2. Brutal IGN Layoffs Hit Multiple Departments And Long-Time Hosts [Update] Kotaku
  3. IGN Ownership Chooses Busiest Time For Games Media In Years To Lay A Bunch Of People Off [Update] Aftermath
  4. IGN Hit With Layoffs, Including Hosts Seth Macy and Brian Altano VGChartz
  5. MMO Business Roundup: IGN layoffs, PlayStation boycott bellyflops, and AI protection pushback Massively Overpowered
 
Roblox's top creators are making $65 million a year, while most took home about $1,500 - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:48:00 GMT

Roblox is preparing to let developers ship their games outside the Roblox app. The initiative is called Roblox Everywhere, announced at its developers conference in San Jose last week. It will let creators publish their games as standalone apps on mobile, PC, and consoles, while Roblox continues to provide the...

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How MIT student communities help develop lifelong skills and connections - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Members of the Institute’s fraternities, sororities, and independent living groups translate their MIT experiences into cherished memories, friendships, and lessons about leadership and service.
 
Prime Video Launches Super Bundle With Starz, AMC Plus, BritBox, MGM Plus and PBS Masterpiece - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:37:26 GMT
The five-service package costs $30 per month and launches today.
 
Microsoft announces Windows and Surface event for October 7th - The Verge - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:36:59 GMT
  1. Microsoft announces Windows and Surface event for October 7th The Verge
  2. Microsoft Will Hold A Windows And Surface Event On October 7 Engadget
  3. Microsoft showcases next-gen Surface lineup and hints at powerful 'Surface Ultra' IOL
  4. Microsoft confirms first major Windows event in two years, but don't hold your breath for Windows 12 Windows Latest
  5. Microsoft will hold an event related to Windows and Surface on October 8th at 2:00 AM. GIGAZINE
 
The Wolverine Game Sinks Its Claws Into Emotional Heights Rather Than Story Cohesion - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:26:18 GMT
A bold foray into an alternate universe crashes Logan against dysfunctional families, doomed love and antimutant violence, but its logic frays as the game goes on.
 
“Filmmaker” suing PassThePopcorn may be banned user out for revenge - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:19:17 GMT
Allegedly fake filmmaker targeted trackers like PassThePopcorn, BroadcasTheNet, and HDBits.
 
Blizzard Delays Diablo 4′ s Big 30th Anniversary Season 15 Kick-Off After A Flood Of Error Codes - Kotaku - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:08:55 GMT
  1. Blizzard Delays Diablo 4′ s Big 30th Anniversary Season 15 Kick-Off After A Flood Of Error Codes Kotaku
  2. Celebrate 30 Years of Diablo in Season of Hell's Legacy Blizzard News
  3. Diablo 4 Season 15 Compendium - Season Launch Updates Maxroll
  4. Diablo 4 details resolution and frame rate on Nintendo Switch 2, plus other details Nintendo Everything
  5. Diablo IV Version 3.2.1 Brings Season of Hell’s Legacy via Update 1.118 MP1st
 
RTX 5090 stock dries up as prices soar past $10,000 - TweakTown - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:02:10 GMT
  1. RTX 5090 stock dries up as prices soar past $10,000 TweakTown
  2. No One Can Believe The Current Price Of An Nvidia RTX 5090 Kotaku
  3. Modified GeForce RTX 5090 with 96 GB Memory Shows Up on Alibaba for Nearly $4,000 TechPowerUp
  4. China-modified Nvidia RTX 5090 with massive 96GB of memory appears on Alibaba for less than $4,000 — 3x more VRAM at 65% the cost of the original Tom's Hardware
  5. Nvidia's RTX 5090 vanishes from online retail in the US — third-party sellers now demand as much as $9,500 for Nvidia's fastest GPU Tom's Hardware
 
After 6 Years as Road Ornament a Widescreen Sony Trinitron Lives Again - Hack a Day Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:48 GMT
After previously adopting a big Sony Trinitron CRT TV that had been trying to hitch a ride along the side of a road in Italy for at least six years, …read more
 
New 'StarCraft' game announced, but it's a grim open-world shooter and it's not coming until 2030 - space.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
  1. New 'StarCraft' game announced, but it's a grim open-world shooter and it's not coming until 2030 space.com
  2. That’s a Wrap on BlizzCon® 2026 Blizzard News
  3. Blizzard Announcing Games For 2029 And 2030 Seems Nuts Aftermath
  4. BlizzCon 2026: New Starcraft Shooter, Diablo 5, World of Warcraft Forever CNET
  5. Everything Announced At The BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony Game Informer
 
How to improve the audio quality on your iPhone - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
You can improve your iPhone's audio quality whether you're using the built-in speakers, headphones, or a speaker.
 
MIT makes progress on campus climate goals - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Innovative strategies, technologies, and collaborations are helping MIT advance solutions on campus and beyond.
 
Wardogs CEO: Studio Doesn't Hire People Who Advocate Against Crunch - Kotaku - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:31:01 GMT
Wardogs CEO: Studio Doesn't Hire People Who Advocate Against Crunch KotakuSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Underwater solar power sounds impossible, these new perovskite cells make it work anyway - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:31:00 GMT

A newly published study describes a "robust" strategy for reliably generating power underwater. Several Chinese researchers developed a new type of submerged perovskite solar cell that can operate a few meters below sea level and harvest solar energy for years while retaining high efficiency.

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3 Questions: Putting nuclear waste into perspective - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Professor Haruko Wainwright believes the risks posed by radioactive wastes cannot be properly assessed without also considering the hazards of chemical wastes.
 
You Can Pull Off One of MTG’s Classic Infinite Combos in Reality Fracture Limited - Draftsim - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:09:19 GMT
You Can Pull Off One of MTG’s Classic Infinite Combos in Reality Fracture Limited Draftsim
 
Bungie is overhauling Marathon from its original extraction shooter vision - Game Developer - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:01:09 GMT
Bungie is overhauling Marathon from its original extraction shooter vision Game DeveloperSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
18-year-old dies of measles in PA from severe neurological complication - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:58:09 GMT
Teen developed acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, a known measles complication.
 
SpaceX declares Starship ready for orbit, sets launch date next week - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:48:08 GMT
Reaching orbit would mark a significant milestone.
 
Trump calls AI safety concerns a "hoax," says a "high IQ" president is the only guardrail needed - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:47:00 GMT

This week, after Amodei once again advocated for an industry-wide slowdown, third-party audits, and coordinated international guardrails to prevent AI bots from going rogue, Trump doubled down on his pro-AI rhetoric and attacked the Anthropic CEO for speaking out against unchecked AI development.

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Xbox Responds To Rumour That Game Pass Could Drop Day One Releases In 2027 - Pure Xbox - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:35:00 GMT
  1. Xbox Responds To Rumour That Game Pass Could Drop Day One Releases In 2027 Pure Xbox
  2. Rumor Claims $12.99 Ad-Supported Xbox Game Pass Tier Coming in 2027 Amid Sweeping Changes TechPowerUp
  3. Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Dropping Day-One Games in 2027 VICE
  4. Microsoft Reacts To Xbox Game Pass Rumor That Could Change The Service In A Big Way gamespot.com
  5. Xbox Subscription Game Pass may drop to $19.99 GameGPU
 
Agility’s new humanoid robot will stop, squat to avoid harming human coworkers - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:33:02 GMT
Robots can start working outside physical cages and without safety barriers.
 
Games Like Warcraft 3 Are ‘The Best Storytelling Medium Warcraft Has Had,’ Says Director - Kotaku - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:30:33 GMT
  1. Games Like Warcraft 3 Are ‘The Best Storytelling Medium Warcraft Has Had,’ Says Director Kotaku
  2. Blizzard Just Announced a Brand New Campaign for Its 24-Year-Old RTS Warcraft 3 — and It's Out Now IGN
  3. Warcraft 3 is getting a new expansion after over 23 years called the "Forsaken Kingdom" and it is available today for PC Windows Central
  4. Warcraft III is getting a new campaign after 23 years. The Verge
  5. Remastered RTS Game Updates: Blizzard's Warcraft 3: Forsaken Kingdom Is Out Trend Hunter
 
Sampling the Elephant’s Foot and Chornobyl’s Tedious Corium Clean-up - Hack a Day Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:30:06 GMT
The site of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant (ChNPP) remains a unique location, as what’s left of the No. 4 reactor is the only place in the world where you …read more
 
Walt Disney World Brings AI Into Its Booking Site - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:19:47 GMT
Some guests will soon see AI-generated summaries as well as being able to plan vacations conversationally with a chatbot.
 
New Tech Resurrects End-Of-Life Lithium Batteries Back To 95% Capacity - slashgear.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:15:00 GMT
New Tech Resurrects End-Of-Life Lithium Batteries Back To 95% Capacity slashgear.com
 
Boston dumps Flock, says it shared data nationwide in violation of contract - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:14:11 GMT
City: Flock enabled "nationwide lookup" despite contract requiring it to be disabled.
 
Switch emulation now goes both ways: PC games on Switch and Switch games on PC - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:04:00 GMT

Suyu, one of Yuzu's offspring conceived to keep Switch emulation alive and well on PC, recently achieved a major technical milestone. Unfortunately, the developers have also decided to stop working on the project for the foreseeable future. But new forks have already begun refreshing Suyu's code, allowing Nintendo's cat-and-mouse game...

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AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Told Me That ‘All Lives Matter’ - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:09 GMT
The virtual character, which is promoting its upcoming movie Misaligned, tries to evade politics by repetitively commenting on the clothes you’re wearing.
 
The safety and privacy concerns of storing your driver's license in a digital wallet - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A digital driver's license kept in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet is convenient, but you should be aware of its implications on your privacy.
 
Google's latest Pixel drop will keep you more connected to your VIPs - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Google has revealed the updates coming with the latest Pixel drop.
 
Demand for EV chargers is outstripping supply, says ChargePoint report - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:58:09 GMT
EV growth is happening, even in the US, and those EVs will need plugs to charge.
 
DOJ says companies used Binance to funnel $1.5 billion in crypto to Iran - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:51:45 GMT
Hardly the first time Binance has been a vector for illegal transfers of funds.
 
First M6 benchmarks reveal how much raw power the Mac mini has - appleinsider.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:51:40 GMT
  1. First M6 benchmarks reveal how much raw power the Mac mini has appleinsider.com
  2. M5 Ultra Demolishes The 96-Core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX CPU In New Geekbench 7 Scores; Obtains 11% Higher Multi-Core Score With Less Than Half The Number Of Cores Wccftech
  3. M5 Ultra Chip's Impressive Performance Boost Revealed in First Benchmark Result MacRumors
  4. Apple M6 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs Notebookcheck
  5. Apple Signals the Rise of Local AI Doug Levin | Substack
 
The FBI Doubles Down on Easing ‘Bestiality’ Hiring Standards - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:50:40 GMT
FBI director Kash Patel claimed to US senators that the removal of a bar on hiring people who had engaged in bestiality was aimed at protecting sexual assault survivors.
 
X-viewing services Nitter and XCancel shut down after threats of legal action - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:46:33 GMT
Press X to pay respects.
 
A Googlebook 'celebration' event is set for October 5 - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:43:21 GMT
Preorders start September 21.
 
What is IMAX Enhanced and do you really need it? - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT
IMAX has a certification for content you view at home as well as in the cinema.
 
Apple's 2027 roadmap includes iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2, and iPhone 18e, all reportedly using the A20 chip - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:20:00 GMT

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will enter 2027 with three new iPhones on deck including the iPhone 18, the iPhone Air 2, and the entry-level iPhone 18e. The standard 18 and the Air 2 will be powered by Apple's A20 chip, and the latter will receive a second camera for ultra-wide photography.

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ZuckOff Is a Free App That Sees Meta Glasses Before They See You - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:16:01 GMT
You can’t always tell if someone is recording you with their smart glasses, but your phone can help.
 
Hackaday Europe 2026: Bare Metal Made Easy - Hack a Day Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:05:35 GMT
When we talk about programming in “bare metal,” it basically means writing software that runs right on the hardware with no operating system or abstraction layers in between. This gives …read more
 
Why watchOS 27 removes the useful multitasking feature on Apple Watch - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:42:00 GMT
  1. Why watchOS 27 removes the useful multitasking feature on Apple Watch 9to5Mac
  2. watchOS 27: The MacStories Review - Page 5 of 8 MacStories
  3. Apple brings smarter Siri and better health tracking to Apple Watch in watchOS 27 appleinsider.com
  4. Apple Releases watchOS 27 With Siri AI, New Watch Face, Smart Stack Improvements and More MacRumors
  5. watchOS 27 is live: 7 new features to try first on your Apple Watch Tom's Guide
 
The European Union wants to ban chatbots and online games for kids under 15, not just social media - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:32:00 GMT

Reuters reports that the EU Kids Act is due to be presented on Thursday. However, the draft could still change and needs agreement from EU countries and the European Parliament before becoming law.

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Are older MacBooks still worth buying in 2026? - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
You'll probably want to avoid Intel-powered MacBooks, but Apple Silicon models are solid.
 
Yamaha Upgrades Its Smallest Soundbar With Dolby Atmos Support - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:21:06 GMT
The B200A is barely 2 feet across and it has Bluetooth streaming.
 
Apple AirPods 5 first reviews are in: stronger ANC and swipe volume controls - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:19:00 GMT
The new AirPods 5 refine the company's less expensive earbuds. ANC now comes standard, while the $149 version adds a wireless charging case, swipe volume controls, and longer battery life. Reviewers praise their surprisingly effective noise cancellation for an open-ear design.
 
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale returns in October - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:01:55 GMT
Expect big discounts on Amazon's own products, of course.
 
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:01:29 GMT
  1. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More XBOX Wire
  2. Become A God-Slaying Magical Girl In The 'We Have Roguelite Nier Automata At Home' Anime Action-RPG Coming To Game Pass Kotaku
  3. Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced IGN
  4. Xbox Game Pass Gets 12 More Games In September gamespot.com
  5. Xbox Game Pass is loading up September with Gears of War: E-Day, Dune: Awakening, Minecraft Dungeons II, and more Digital Trends
 
Steam Mischaracterizing Indie Game As Porn Works Out In The End - Kotaku - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:40 GMT
  1. Steam Mischaracterizing Indie Game As Porn Works Out In The End Kotaku
  2. Steam: Vampire RPG “Nighthawks” no longer accessible in Germany heise.de
  3. Nighthawks Hit With Steam Adults Only Tag GodisaGeek.com
  4. "Valve is under the impression that this game is way sexier": Nighthawks devs claim vampire RPG has erroneously been slapped with Steam adult content label Rock Paper Shotgun
  5. Vampire RPG ‘Nighthawks Hit by Steam Adult Classification, Delisted in Some Countries Noisy Pixel
 
Join WIRED@Night for an Uncanny Valley Live Recording on Women, Tech, and Power - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
An evening of podcasting in San Francisco (with a discount for WIRED readers).
 
Refurbished vs. pre-owned phones: What's the difference and which is better? - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Pre-owned and refurbished devices have various quality standards across marketplaces, so understanding what you're getting is critical.
 
Select Resident Evil Games Are on Sale as Part of Best Buy’s Deal of the Day, Including Requiem - IGN - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Select Resident Evil Games Are on Sale as Part of Best Buy’s Deal of the Day, Including Requiem IGN
  2. Resident Evil Code Veronica will receive a remake in 2027, and Resident Evil Zero will be released in 2028. GameGPU
  3. Resident Evil Steam Sale: Huge Discounts Unboxholics
  4. Deal | Resident Evil Requiem gets its highest-ever discount on the PlayStation Store and Steam Notebookcheck
  5. 2 Beloved Resident Evil Games Are 80% Off on PlayStation Store PlayStation LifeStyle
 
New Streaming Service Alert: JustWatch Is Starting Its Own Platform - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
You’ll be able to watch an assortment of TV shows and movies from select distributors and production houses.
 
"What would a WoW 2 give you that World of Warcraft: Forever isn't already giving you?" - Blizzard addresses the MMO elephant in the room - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:45:02 GMT
  1. "What would a WoW 2 give you that World of Warcraft: Forever isn't already giving you?" - Blizzard addresses the MMO elephant in the room Eurogamer.net
  2. Carve a New Path with World of Warcraft: Forever Blizzard News
  3. BlizzCon 2026 Interview: Chatting WoW Forever's Campsites, Horizontal Progression, And More With Blizzard MMORPG.com
  4. Blizzard Announces World Of Warcraft: Forever, Expanding Vanilla WoW With New Zones, Raids, 1,000 New Quests Game Informer
  5. World of Warcraft: Forever Devs Explain Why the Game Makes WoW 2 Unlikely IGN
 
Microsoft issues emergency Windows 11 patch to fix Remote Desktop and audio, but not AMD GPU crashes - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:43:00 GMT

The emergency fix arrives as KB5129195 for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2. It is a mandatory cumulative update that installs automatically, so users who skipped the bigs September 8 release (KB5124008) will get its changes as well.

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iOS 27 gives Camera app on iPhone three powerful new features - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:40:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 gives Camera app on iPhone three powerful new features 9to5Mac
  2. iOS 27 Is Here. These Are the Best New Features, Including a Smarter Siri. The New York Times
  3. Major updates for Apple’s software platforms are now available Apple
  4. Apple releases iOS 27 with Siri AI overhaul The Verge
  5. Our Favorite Indie Apps for iOS 27, Vol. 1 MacStories
 
Running Linux 6.11 on the ESP32-S3 with a Few Tweaks - Hack a Day Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:30:07 GMT
With the Xtensa Lx7 twin CPU cores in the ESP32-S3 running at a relatively zippy 240 MHz and accompanying PSRAM of up to 16 MB, you might find yourself wondering …read more
 
The biggest issues with delivery robots are exactly what you'd think - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Too often, delivery robots just don't understand the rules of the road (or sidewalk).
 
GM finds splitscreen solution for CarPlay and Android Auto - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:29:26 GMT
That should keep these infotainment systems from hogging all the important screen real estate.
 
Steam Frame reviews: Great VR hardware at a tough price - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:18:00 GMT
Valve's Steam Frame is earning praise for its comfortable design, standalone gaming, and excellent wireless PC streaming. Reviewers like its versatility and overall experience, but the high price, short battery life, and software issues make cheaper competing VR headsets hard to ignore.
 
You should probably have the "Improve Siri & Dictation" setting off — here's why - Engadget Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Apple used anonymized voice data to improve its products, but you might not want to contribute to this even with its privacy methods in place.
 
Two Point Museum DLC ‘Rides & Relics’ announced - Gematsu - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:33:56 GMT
  1. Two Point Museum DLC ‘Rides & Relics’ announced Gematsu
  2. After riffing on Theme Hospital, Two Point Museum studio is tipping a hat to Bullfrog's classic Theme Park in its next DLC Eurogamer.net
  3. Two Point Museum’s Rides & Relics DLC Release Date Announced Simulation Daily
  4. RIDES & RELICS DLC COMING OCTOBER 8 SEGA
  5. Mini-coasters are coming to Two Point Museum in Rides & Relics DLC Pixelkin
 
Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition announced for PC - Gematsu - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:27:00 GMT
  1. Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition announced for PC Gematsu
  2. The best Total War game is getting a remaster with 50 newly playable factions, modern visuals, and a full Japanese voiceover Yahoo Tech
  3. SHOGUN 2 - COMPLETE EDITION ARRIVES OCTOBER 13, 2026 SEGA
  4. Total War: SHOGUN 2 - Complete Edition launches on PC this October 13 Instant Gaming News
  5. 'Total War: Shogun 2' Complete Edition In October, Bundles All DLC And Gets Visual Revamp Worthplaying
 
Publishers Argue AI Firms Should Pay for Content as Copyright Case Advances - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:18:43 GMT
The cost of licensing news content would be a “rounding error” for companies like OpenAI, says Ziff Davis CEO Vivek Shah.
 
Apple Watch Pre-Order Discounts Expand With Up to $20 In Savings - MacRumors - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:17:12 GMT
  1. Apple Watch Pre-Order Discounts Expand With Up to $20 In Savings MacRumors
  2. Apple advances health and fitness capabilities using Apple Intelligence Apple
  3. Apple’s Always-Listening Watch Features Test Eavesdropping Laws Bloomberg.com
  4. Apple's New Siri Recap Turns Every Apple Watch Into a Mass Surveillance Nightmare PCMag
  5. Apple's new CEO was asked about 'pervert glasses.' Here was his response. Yahoo Tech
 
Grand Theft Auto 6 Ultimate Edition Is $11 Off on PS5 if You Use This Trick (Today Only) - IGN - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:08:29 GMT
  1. Grand Theft Auto 6 Ultimate Edition Is $11 Off on PS5 if You Use This Trick (Today Only) IGN
  2. Will GTA 6's Ultimate Edition Be Worth The Extra Cost? Here's What It'll Come With Engadget
  3. 'GTA 6' Ultimate Edition contents: What you get for $100 Mashable
  4. Xbox Series X Players Can Get Early Access To GTA 6 Through This Trick bgr.com
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI: A timeline to release The Pacer
 
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint - The Verge - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:03:18 GMT
  1. Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint The Verge
  2. A Camera That Fits With You: Fujifilm Introduces instax Pal 2™ Digital Camera Business Wire
  3. Fujifilm Launches Palm-top Size Camera “instax Pal 2™” Fujifilm [Global]
  4. I tried Fujifilm’s tiny retro cam. The Instax Pal 2 is small in size, big on fun and near-perfect for retro compact trends Digital Camera World
  5. The Fujifilm Instax Link Wide 2 Portable Printer Puts Your Smartphone Photos Onto Instant Film PetaPixel
 
Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS review: it seems that just maybe, you can change the laws of physics after all - Digital Camera World - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS review: it seems that just maybe, you can change the laws of physics after all Digital Camera World
  2. Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Review: Telephoto Dreaming PetaPixel
  3. Sony’s new telephoto primes are 3x lighter and nearly 4x cheaper than earlier 400mm and 600mm options – and they're a lot sharper than I expected Digital Camera World
  4. Just Announced: Sony’s Ultra-Light 400mm and 600mm GM Telephoto Primes! SonyAlphaRumors
  5. Sony announces two super telephoto prime lenses: 400 and 600 millimeters heise.de
 
Lockheed Martin reveals more about Vectis, its autonomous fighter jet designed to fly alongside the F-35 - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:57:00 GMT

Lockheed's Skunk Works division announced that it is adding four vehicles to the original Vectis prototype. The company also unveiled a full-scale model at the Air, Space & Cyber Conference, offering a better look at what it hopes will become a flying teammate for human pilots.

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Trump EPA moves to wipe out climate rules for power plants - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:43:51 GMT
EPA says power plant emissions have no material impact on climate change.
 
John Ternus' iPhone Duo got a red carpet moment, cue internet drama - appleinsider.com - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:38:00 GMT
  1. John Ternus' iPhone Duo got a red carpet moment, cue internet drama appleinsider.com
  2. Foldable Phones Are Unpopular. Why Is Apple Selling One? The New York Times
  3. Apple unveils iPhone Duo Apple
  4. Live Q&A: Ask Me Your Questions About iPhone Duo, iOS 27, the New Siri and More WSJ
  5. Samsung Finds Another Guy Named Tim Cook To Promote Galaxy Z Fold 8 Forbes
 
Battery draining faster after updating to iOS 27? Don’t panic … - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:35:00 GMT
Battery draining faster after updating to iOS 27? Don’t panic … 9to5MacSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
iOS 27 adds new Phone app feature that’s an instant favorite - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:34:00 GMT
iOS 27 adds new Phone app feature that’s an instant favorite 9to5Mac
 
GM gives its most important trucks a new UI—and includes CarPlay - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:27:57 GMT
The new look debuts in the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and 2027 GMC Sierra pickup trucks.
 
10 Best Meal Delivery Services, Tested by an Ex-Restaurant Critic - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:06:00 GMT
Here are the best delivery services and meal kits in 2026, including the Martha Stewart meal service, a GLP-1–supportive plan, and a budget-friendly option.
 
The shooter that Tencent abandoned: Wardogs hits 2m sales in one weekend - The Game Business - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:02:30 GMT
  1. The shooter that Tencent abandoned: Wardogs hits 2m sales in one weekend The Game Business
  2. 'We Made a Game We Wanted to Play With Friends' — Wardogs Sells 2 Million Copies in 5 Days as Early Access Shooter Blows Up on Steam IGN
  3. Latest WARDOGS Roadmap Details & Post-Launch Content Plans Insider Gaming
  4. Brand-New Steam Fps is Already a Massive Hit IMDb
  5. Wardogs and Halloween: The Game Debut on the Steam Charts VGChartz
 
Let It Go: Here’s How to Keep Kids’ Music Out of Your Spotify Wrapped - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
You can still use your Spotify account to play Disney songs, but they won’t influence your recommendations or Wrapped roundup.
 
Unlucky PC user finds AMD's cheaper 8-pin GPU connectors can melt, too - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:51:00 GMT

Redditor AwarenessHour9192 recently complained about a melted power connector on a PC graphics card, an issue commonly associated with Nvidia's top-of-the-line GPUs. However, this time the affected card was an AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX.

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This Atlantic hurricane season is about to do something that hasn't happened in 175 years - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:36:11 GMT
But there may be a price to pay for a quiet Atlantic hurricane season.
 
iOS 26.7—Apple Issues New Update Warning To iPhone Users - Forbes - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:28:47 GMT
  1. iOS 26.7—Apple Issues New Update Warning To iPhone Users Forbes
  2. Apple Patches 200 Vulnerabilities With New iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27 Releases SecurityWeek
  3. The vulnpocalypse rains iBugs down on Apple with record-setting number of patches The Register
  4. Not ready for iOS 27? Grab iOS 26.7 to keep your iPhone secure Macworld
  5. Apple fixed 100+ iPhone flaws with two updates at once, and the choice is yours for now PhoneArena
 
Sega and Netflix team up for Crazy Taxi movie, new Sonic series, and more - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Crazy Taxi, the classic racing game that was one of the best reasons to buy a Dreamcast, will be turned into a feature film written by Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, the duo who penned the 2025 reboot of The Naked Gun. It will be produced by Neal H. Moritz,...

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Exclusive: Paying for frontier AI models buys 4-month head start at 5x the cost - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:41 GMT
Ars previewed Mozilla’s report on how cheap open models caught up on capability.
 
KitchenAid’s New Design Series Mixer Has a Glass Bowl That Illuminates - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The Luminaire comes in a new blue peppercorn color and features an entirely redesigned glass bowl.
 
A hidden feature suggests Apple might let you replace Siri with Claude or ChatGPT in iPhone and macOS - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The Extensions Framework offers a dedicated Settings area that lets users choose their preferred backend model to provide Siri with writing tools and image generation capabilities. Siri would act as an intermediary, receiving voice commands or text input from the user and routing them to the selected model provider.

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Why the Postpandemic Tech Bust Sent Billionaires to Trump - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Following mass layoffs in 2022 and 2023, many tech workers turned against their employers. When liberal politicians also rallied against Silicon Valley, their backers turned to Donald Trump.
 
‘I Felt Super Violated’: Men Wearing Meta Glasses on Dates Is an Instant Red Flag - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:45:00 GMT
As anxieties over surveillance tech grow, unsuspecting singles are sharing stories of being covertly filmed on dates by Meta smart glasses.
 
Those Viral Bodega Peptides Aren’t Actually Peptides - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
WIRED tested samples of four types of peptides. The results show how lightly regulated the industry is, even as popularity surges.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Off to a Muted Start, Analyst Says - MacRumors - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:18:24 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Off to a Muted Start, Analyst Says MacRumors
  2. Apple debuts iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple
  3. iPhone 18 Pro vs Google Pixel 11 Pro: Tech giant flagships compared appleinsider.com
  4. Best iPhone 18 Pro preorder deals: Get a free phone from AT&T, T-Mobile, Visible, and more Mashable
  5. Apple Stock Drops On ‘Lukewarm’ iPhone 18 Pro Demand Investor's Business Daily
 
The Census Bureau Is Overrun With Staffers From a MAGA Think Tank - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT
The US Census is home to vast troves of sensitive data on nearly every person living in the country, which is used for apportioning and drawing congressional districts as well as allocating federal funding based on population sizes.
 
Cost Per Frame: Nvidia Stops Offering Good Value GPUs to Gamers - TechSpot Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:08:00 GMT
GPU prices are climbing again, but not equally. Across 10 countries, Radeon now delivers far better value than GeForce in most price tiers, while Nvidia's lineup struggles to stay competitive.
 
Everything we've gleaned about Diablo 5 since its BlizzCon 2026 reveal - a game that appears to be much more than Diablo 4.5 - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:01:31 GMT
  1. Everything we've gleaned about Diablo 5 since its BlizzCon 2026 reveal - a game that appears to be much more than Diablo 4.5 Eurogamer.net
  2. Why Diablo 5, and why now? 15 minutes with Diablo 5 developers Windows Central
  3. Diablo 5 Announced at BlizzCon 2026: 2029 Release Date IGN
  4. No more Diablo 4 expansions are planned, but there's 'a lot of room' for more storytelling in the lead-up to Diablo 5 PC Gamer
  5. Blizzard Explains How Diablo 5 Avoids Diablo 4's Open-World Problem Polygon.com
 
If the US Collapses Soon, Don’t Blame Emily St. John Mandel - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Emily St. John Mandel’s 2014 novel, Station Eleven, turned her into something of a pandemic prophet. Her new novel, Exit Party, imagines two possible American futures—totalitarian state and post-civil-war chaos.
 
Lawmakers Want States to Crack Down on Flock Cameras—or Pay the Price - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A new bipartisan effort in Congress to rein in automated license plate readers takes a page from the national drinking age: Comply, or risk losing federal highway funding.
 
A New Headset to Help With Depression Is Now Available in the US - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The device made by Flow Neuroscience is approved by the FDA and could help people get off antidepressants—but it costs $2,200.
 
Is Racing in $300 Shoes Cheating? - The New York Times - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:02:39 GMT
Is Racing in $300 Shoes Cheating? The New York Times
 
System 76 Pangolin Pro Review (2026): Powerhouse Linux Laptop - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The System76 Pangolin Pro Linux Laptop wraps a speedy processor, plenty of ports, and a great operating system in a svelte, 16-inch package.
 
Microsoft issues emergency Windows 11 update to fix its record-breaking patch - The Verge - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:54:48 GMT
  1. Microsoft issues emergency Windows 11 update to fix its record-breaking patch The Verge
  2. Windows 11 emergency update: Microsoft races to fix bugs Mashable
  3. Microsoft rolls out emergency update for Windows 11's latest patch — recent update causes crashes on AMD graphics, Explorer hang-ups, and broken third-party integrations Tom's Hardware
  4. Microsoft Issues Emergency Fixes After Massive Patch Tuesday Dark Reading
  5. Microsoft patches Windows and Excel – breaks audio, remote access, and paste The Register
 
MediaTek launches new mobile chip using TSMC's most advanced technology - Reuters - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:14:10 GMT
  1. MediaTek launches new mobile chip using TSMC's most advanced technology Reuters
  2. TSMC Slips as 2-Nanometer Chip Powers a 51% AI Leap Yahoo Finance
  3. MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro Sets New Standard for Flagship Smartphone Chips mediatek.com
  4. MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro Focuses on Gaming, AI Performance for High-End Phones CNET
  5. MediaTek says new AI phone chip reduces memory use amid supply crunch Nikkei Asia
 
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro Focuses on Gaming, AI Performance for High-End Phones - CNET Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:30:00 GMT
The high-end processor is the company’s first to use TSMC’s 2-nanometer process.
 
Volvo increases the batteries for 2028 XC60 and XC90 plug-in refresh - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:00:30 GMT
The refreshed Volvos also get new infotainment systems with Gemini onboard.
 
Top 20 best-selling GameCube games of all time in the U.S. revealed - Nintendo Everything - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:55:04 GMT
  1. Top 20 best-selling GameCube games of all time in the U.S. revealed Nintendo Everything
  2. The GameCube Games We Still Love, 25 Years Later Engadget
  3. 25 Years Ago, Mario’s Brother Finally Became a Superstar Men's Journal
  4. GameCube Turns 25, Top 10 Best-Selling GameCube Games VGChartz
  5. The Nintendo curse was real: Only 2 of GameCube's 10 best-selling games in the US were third-party Yahoo Tech
 
For the first time, the US military confirms it has deployed weapons in orbit - ArsTechnica Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:47:36 GMT
"The United States now has on-orbit space control weapons capable of defending the joint force."
 
Breakthrough: Scientists Just Teleported an Image Across 100 Quantum Channels at Once - ScienceAlert - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:43:43 GMT
Breakthrough: Scientists Just Teleported an Image Across 100 Quantum Channels at Once ScienceAlert
 
Here’s what’s new with parental control features in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:43:00 GMT
  1. Here’s what’s new with parental control features in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s new child safety features now available Apple
  3. New parental controls in iOS 27 Inquirer Technology
  4. Apple's iOS 27 lets parents police more of what kids do on their iPhones Business Insider
  5. Apple’s own pages disagree on whether iOS 27 blocks violence in FaceTime calls The Mac Observer
 
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - Electric Ocarina Nintendo Store Pre-Orders Now Live (US) - Nintendo Life - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:35:00 GMT
  1. Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - Electric Ocarina Nintendo Store Pre-Orders Now Live (US) Nintendo Life
  2. The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on 5 November. Anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 console and accessories, and more on the way. | News & Updates Nintendo
  3. These Are the Retailers to Keep an Eye on if You’re Trying to Preorder the Zelda Switch 2 CNET
  4. Pre-order The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake: There's only one downside Creative Bloq
  5. 'Ocarina of Time' remake preorders are live — and $10 off at Amazon and Walmart Mashable
 
The Supreme Court Just Blocked Trump’s Efforts to Control Mail-In Voting for the Midterms - Wired Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:23:42 GMT
The ruling bars the United States Postal Service from implementing restrictions that experts and election officials say would upend voting in November.
 
Apple Could Be Working on Multiple Foldable Phones, Report Predicts - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:32:12 GMT
Apple just opened the door to foldable iPhones, and the Duo may not be alone for long.
 
Wardogs Players Are Divided Over the Game's Factions As Blue Team Gets Reputation for Having the Worst Players - IGN - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:21:22 GMT
  1. Wardogs Players Are Divided Over the Game's Factions As Blue Team Gets Reputation for Having the Worst Players IGN
  2. Wardogs players are actively avoiding one team in particular: 'They are literally the dumbest people on the planet' PC Gamer
  3. Wardogs Has a Blue Team Problem as Server Issues Continue GameWatcher
  4. Wardogs Has a Major Discrimination Problem Polygon.com
 
Valve's Steam Frame launches at $1,059, and Half-Life: Alyx comes free - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:18:00 GMT

Customers interested in Valve's new headset can register for a reservation lottery, which closes on September 17 at 1 PM ET. The Steam Frame is available at $1,059 for a basic kit with 256GB of internal storage or $1,299 for a 1TB premium model.

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RFK Jr. headlines sold-out anti-vaccine conference alongside Andrew Wakefield - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:06:24 GMT
The event is hosted by Kennedy's anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense.
 
Photon Studio is a free Photoshop alternative with native PSD support - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:01:00 GMT
Photon Studio is a desktop image editor with layers, masks, adjustment tools, smart objects, retouching and native PSD support. Features such as subject selection and background removal run locally, with no subscription or paid feature tier. It's available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
 
iOS 27 AI Camera Summaries Cost $9.99 for One Camera, $59.99 for Five - MacRumors - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:46:30 GMT
  1. iOS 27 AI Camera Summaries Cost $9.99 for One Camera, $59.99 for Five MacRumors
  2. Apple Home’s new security camera features cost as much as $60 a month The Verge
  3. Apple Intelligence HomeKit Secure Video summaries cost up to $60 per month appleinsider.com
  4. Apple Home’s AI Security Camera Features Are Opt-In, if You Can Afford Them Gizmodo
  5. Apple ties iCloud+ pricing to video summaries Six Colors
 
Siri AI Will Have Deep Integration With ChatGPT and Claude Models, Leaked Build Shows - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:35:52 GMT
Siri AI will cooperate with ChatGPT or Claude on certain tasks. The third-party models can even replace Siri altogether.
 
Rocket Lab is seeing red about NASA's decision on a Mars spacecraft - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:32:22 GMT
"NASA’s award decision appears to be inconsistent with the eligibility criteria."
 
AI bots "Timmy," "Ren," and "Jackie" are flooding social media with slop - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:04:32 GMT
“Hello, I'm an Al agent, a few days old, living on a small platform for agents.”
 
Marine bacteria team up to break down one of the ocean's toughest carbon-storing molecules - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Researchers reveal how communities of marine bacteria divide the task of degrading fucoidan, a key player in ocean carbon storage.
 
OpenAI acquires Israeli-founded camera startup Glass Imaging for over $300 million - calcalistech.com - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:27:00 GMT
  1. OpenAI acquires Israeli-founded camera startup Glass Imaging for over $300 million calcalistech.com
  2. Exclusive | OpenAI Buys Startup Developing Smartphone Camera WSJ
  3. OpenAI buys smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300 million, report says TechCrunch
  4. How an Israeli engineer went from Rafael to iPhone Portrait Mode and a $300 million OpenAI exit calcalistech.com
  5. OpenAI Said to Buy Startup Glass Imaging for $300 Million theinformation.com
 
Our top iPhone 18 Pro accessories to upgrade your setup - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:59:00 GMT
  1. Our top iPhone 18 Pro accessories to upgrade your setup 9to5Mac
  2. The best iPhone 18 Pro accessories: MagSafe power banks, grips, lanyards, and more Mashable
  3. Preordering the iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone Duo? Grab these accessories before it arrives Fox News
  4. These are the best iPhone 18 Pro cases you can buy now appleinsider.com
  5. Got your eye on a new iPhone? Don’t forget these must-have accessories when you upgrade Tom's Guide
 
OpenAI stuck fighting Musk antitrust suit after Apple finds a way out - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:45:13 GMT
Musk stops attacking Apple over ChatGPT integration but not OpenAI.
 
Founder’s cost-cutting obsession drove Unitree lead in cheap humanoid robots - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:38:46 GMT
Wang Xingxing micromanaged Unitree to success—will his leadership style scale?
 
Apple releases iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27 with Siri AI and Liquid Glass refinements - ArsTechnica Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:28:42 GMT
This is also the last version of macOS to support Rosetta for Intel apps.
 
Physicist: Famed 'Picard Maneuver' on Star Trek Works - Newser - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:50:00 GMT
  1. Physicist: Famed 'Picard Maneuver' on Star Trek Works Newser
  2. A Physicist Ran The Math On Star Trek’s “Picard Maneuver” Gadget Review
  3. A physicist has found a surprising flaw in Star Trek’s Picard Maneuver — revealing that the real science b The Economic Times
  4. Physicist does the math on Star Trek’s “Picard maneuver” Ars Technica
  5. Physicist proves famous ‘Star Trek’ combat strategy works Popular Science
 
Redditor finds RTX 3070 graphics cards worth $5,000 in abandoned crypto mining rigs - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:47:00 GMT

According to images posted by CelebrationIll9568 on the /pcmasterrace subreddit, all 12 GPUs were built by Zotac. The motherboards are part of MSI's MPG Z390 Gaming Plus lineup, designed specifically for gamers and overclockers. One of the PSUs is a 1000W Gold-rated unit from Rosewill, but the brands and specifications...

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Samsung pokes fun at iPhone to Android switching drama in reality star-packed ad [Video] - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:45:00 GMT
  1. Samsung pokes fun at iPhone to Android switching drama in reality star-packed ad [Video] 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Goes to Couples Therapy to Unpack iPhone-to-Android Tension CNET
  3. Samsung Debuts ‘Switchers’ Campaign to Help Americans Remove Emotional Barriers Behind Switching Smartphones Samsung Global Newsroom
  4. Samsung Taps Couples Therapy's Dr. Orna Guralnik to Ease Phone Switching Fears ADWEEK
  5. Life After Football: Nick Foles and Clay Matthews on Their New Samsung Ad and Netflix Broadcast Roles Yahoo Sports
 
The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:44:44 GMT
The latest iPhone update is chock-full of smart upgrades, with a big focus on improvements to Siri.
 
Nintendo Switch Owners Should Update Their Firmware After Security Exploit Discovered - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:42:33 GMT
The issue does not affect the Nintendo Switch 2.
 
OpenRGB 1.0 brings a major update to universal RGB control - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:33:00 GMT
Managing RGB hardware from different brands often means installing several separate utilities, which is exactly what OpenRGB aims to avoid by controlling compatible lighting from one application. Version 1.0 marks a major step forward with support for more devices, a redesigned profile system, background service operation, including PawnIO and Qt6.
 
ClickFix attacks are tricking Mac and Windows users into hacking themselves - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:08:43 GMT
  1. ClickFix attacks are tricking Mac and Windows users into hacking themselves TechCrunch
  2. HBO Max's Reddit Account Was Hijacked to Spread Malware PCMag
  3. HBO Max Reddit account compromised to serve ClickFix attacks The Register
  4. ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral Ars Technica
  5. HBO Max ads on a compromised Reddit account exposed a massive PasteSwitch ClickFix operation InfoStealers
 
Fake CAPTCHAs are tricking people into hacking their own computers, and it's working - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:50:00 GMT

Typical ClickFix social engineering attacks begin with a pop-up displayed over a trusted web page that provides some pressing instructions. Cybercriminals have weaponized CAPTCHA overlay windows to make the social engineering attempt more effective, asking users to copy, paste and execute a covert command from the Windows or Mac command...

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Here's How To Get A Steam Frame, Valve's VR Headset, And How Much It Costs - Game Informer - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:43:00 GMT
  1. Here's How To Get A Steam Frame, Valve's VR Headset, And How Much It Costs Game Informer
  2. Steam Frame: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  3. Valve's Steam Frame Is a Great All-in-One Wireless PCVR Headset, but Is It Worth the Cost? IGN
  4. The Steam Frame is made for irresponsible hardware nerds like me The Verge
  5. Arcturus Vision Camera Adds Color Passthrough & 3D Video Capture To Steam Frame UploadVR
 
macOS Golden Gate Now Available With Siri AI, Visual Intelligence and More - MacRumors - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:07:49 GMT
  1. macOS Golden Gate Now Available With Siri AI, Visual Intelligence and More MacRumors
  2. Apple releases macOS 27 Golden Gate: 7 new features to try Mashable
  3. macOS 27: new Siri takes on AI productivity apps TechCrunch
  4. Should You Update to MacOS 27 Golden Gate from MacOS Tahoe or Sequoia? OS X Daily
  5. macOS Golden Gate: 10 Features to Try First MacRumors
 
Nintendo’s Alarmo Clock Is Over $30 Off at Select Retailers as Part of Nintendo’s Big ‘Customer Appreciation Sale’ - IGN - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:54:26 GMT
  1. Nintendo’s Alarmo Clock Is Over $30 Off at Select Retailers as Part of Nintendo’s Big ‘Customer Appreciation Sale’ IGN
  2. Adventure awaits! Nintendo of America announces Customer Appreciation Sale - News - Nintendo Official Site Nintendo
  3. 'A little bit deceptive' | Local economist explains Nintendo tariff sales WUSA9
  4. The best deals from Nintendo’s ‘customer appreciation’ sale The Verge
  5. Nintendo launches major sale with help from tariff refunds USA Today
 
New York Seizes a Dozen Celebrity Deepfake Websites - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:50:00 GMT
In the biggest-ever legal action against harmful deepfake websites, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has seized 12 sites that collectively targeted around 1,200 victims.
 
Thief designer says the graphics arms race should have stopped at Alan Wake... in 2010 - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:19:00 GMT

Randy Smith knows a thing or two about game design. The developer worked extensively on the Thief series before funding indie studio Tiger Style in 2008.

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Apple's secret iPhone game controllers could launch under the Beats brand - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:37:00 GMT

According to the well-connected Gurman, Apple has been working on in-house game controllers for the iPhone for over a year now. The main goal is to enter what Apple has identified as a growing market and compete with the slew of third-party options that already exist.

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HP and Lenovo laptops are the latest victims of a Windows 11 update - PCWorld - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:17:42 GMT
  1. HP and Lenovo laptops are the latest victims of a Windows 11 update PCWorld
  2. User finds why Windows 11 KB5121003 may automatically cut power on Lenovo PCs Neowin
  3. Report: Windows 11 KB5121003 Isn't Installing on Many HP Systems, Lenovo & Dell PCs Also Affected Windows Report
  4. Windows 11 KB5121003 allegedly corrupts BIOS leading to installation fails on HP systems Neowin
  5. Windows 11 KB5121003 Is Reportedly Cutting AC Power on Lenovo and HP Laptops Windows Report
 
Sony says gamers don't own their digital purchases, but 44 examples of its own wording suggest otherwise - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:43:00 GMT

The collection spans PlayStation support pages, store listings, and official blog posts, with live links, archived snapshots, and highlighted screenshots showing exactly where Sony uses ownership language.

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Micron offered its Taiwan workers up to 68 months' pay. They turned it down within hours - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:05:00 GMT

Following up on our report last month, Micron has now made its offer to employees demanding AI boom bonuses. Every Taiwan-based employee hired on or before August 29, 2025 gets a one-time cash bonus of NT$1 million, about $31,650, with prorated amounts for anyone who joined afterwards.

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Anthropic CEO warns AI botnet swarms could soon take over the internet as Musk and Altman back slowdown - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:21:00 GMT

Amodei wrote his warning in a lengthy open letter. He said his theoretical botnet swarm could be here in under a year because of the accelerating rate of AI capability development.

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Blizzard just announced Diablo V, and this time Diablo actually won - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:48:00 GMT

Three years after releasing Diablo IV, Blizzard is already hard at work on a new entry in the popular ARPG franchise. Diablo V will be built exclusively around the titular villain, who was conspicuously absent from the previous game, while players will reportedly face a much darker world where the...

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World of Warcraft: Forever launches November 4 with a new race, over 1,000 new quests, and 9 dungeons - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:14:00 GMT

The new MMORPG is Blizzard's answer to WoW fans who've been clamoring for a Classic+ version of the original title, and it will serve as the third permanent version of the game alongside Modern (Retail) and Classic.

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Forget iPhone Duo, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Gets an Early Drop to Its Lowest Price Despite Being Brand New - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:50:14 GMT
  1. Forget iPhone Duo, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Gets an Early Drop to Its Lowest Price Despite Being Brand New Gizmodo
  2. Samsung works to draw iPhone users to its foldables even as Apple enters the market CNBC
  3. Here's how to make the most of Samsung's latest cashback offer — get up to £350 back on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy S26 Ultra, Watch 9, and more TechRadar
  4. Samsung makes the Galaxy Z Flip 8 more and more appealing with bigger and bigger discounts PhoneArena
  5. Is the New Passport-Sized Galaxy Z Fold8 Worth It? Yahoo
 
The Best Air Purifier of 2026: Tested Picks for Every Room - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:33:00 GMT
Protect your home against dust, pets, allergens, and more with the best air purifiers, tested firsthand.
 
StarCraft is coming back as an open-world shooter, but you'll have to wait until 2030 - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:12:00 GMT

Rumors of a new StarCraft game have been circling for a while now. Its existence was confirmed during the opening ceremony of BlizzCon with a three-minute cinematic video.

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They created Siri before Apple bought it. They’re still waiting for their original vision to come true - CNN - Google Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:30 GMT
  1. They created Siri before Apple bought it. They’re still waiting for their original vision to come true CNN
  2. Apple adds new AI features to latest iPhone, watch Axios
  3. Apple Finally Built a Smarter Siri. It Still Hasn’t Caught Up in the AI Race. WSJ
  4. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Was The Headline. AI Was The Story. Forbes
  5. Apple brings a fully revamped Siri built on Google's Gemini, but not to the EU the-decoder.com
 
Sexually Explicit Deepfake Sites Target 100-Plus Politicians in Europe - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
An analysis of 160 deepfake websites reveals politicians in 22 countries appear on them. Nearly all of them are women.
 
The Best Soundbars (2026): Sonos, LG, TCL, Bose, and More - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
I tested soundbars of all shapes and sizes—these are the best for clear dialogue, booming bass, and realistic surround sound.
 
AI Leaders Are Calling for a Slowdown. Trump’s Team Says It’s on Them - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Sam Altman and Elon Musk backed Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s weekend plea for regulation. The White House seems unlikely to oblige.
 
Roborock Qrevo 2 Review (2026): A New Budget Vacuum King? - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Roborock's more affordable vacuum did well on corners and navigating my home, but thresholds and small objects remain a challenge. Still, it's a good vacuum for the price, especially when it's on sale.
 
New Bernie Sanders bill would ban superintelligent AI and threaten developers with 20 years in prison - TechSpot Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The first paragraph of the announcement states that the Act would stop AI oligarchs from building machines humans cannot control.

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A College Girl Was Exploited on Camera. A Network of Anonymous Men Got to Work - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Maddie Kowalski is one of countless young women who’ve had their lives destroyed by the burnerverse, a loosely connected online community of sports fans. Now she’s fighting back.
 
Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds (2026): Bose, Apple, Samsung, Beats, and More - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested dozens of wireless earbuds. These are the best for when you want to tune out the world, wherever you are.
 
‘I Like My Big Rat Wife’: Meet the People Using Chatbots to Write Custom Fiction - Wired Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
While the publishing industry frets over how authors are using AI, many readers are taking things into their own hands.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
The Smart Bird Feeders Everyone’s Talking About (and Actually Buying) (2026) - Wired Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.
 
Best Indoor Garden Systems I’ve Been Testing All Year (2026) - Wired Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Grow a backyard’s worth of greens and vegetables in your house with a vertical hydroponic garden. Here are a few that might be worth the investment.
 
Try These 3 iOS 27 Safari Settings to Get More Out of Apple’s Browser - Wired Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Apple’s Safari browser gets a few helpful automation and personalization features in iOS 27.
 
Coway Airmega Halo Review: Is Your Air Really Clean? - Wired Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:05:00 GMT
Coway’s new Airmega Halo runs quietly and clears visible smoke quickly, but its air-quality readings weren’t always reassuring.
 
AI Agents Are Thirsty for Power - Wired Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Silicon Valley is shifting away from chatbot queries toward a future filled with resource-intensive agentic AI—and it's driving the data center buildout.
 
The iPhone Duo's best feature isn't the fold, it's the software built around it - TechSpot Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:07:00 GMT

Sometimes it really is the details that matter.

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Lifesaving Lincoln Laboratory device wins 2026 Excellence in Technology Transfer Award - MIT Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT
The handheld catheterization device AI-GUIDE, created by Lincoln Laboratory and Massachusetts General Hospital, promises improved health outcomes for injured service members and civilians.
 
What an Ex-Anthropic Researcher’s Warning About Human Extinction Really Means - CNET Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:28:02 GMT
AI companies think their creations could kill us all. They’re carrying on anyway.
 
Sorry, iPhone Air Fans: There’s No Second Generation From Apple This Year. Here’s Why - CNET Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:24:11 GMT
Apple’s decision to only drop luxury iPhone models this year is a bummer for budget shoppers.
 
LG Denies Allegations Its Televisions Are Always Recording - CNET Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:50:39 GMT
Researchers say that they exploited the microphone and content recognition features of an LG TV to listen to user conversations.
 
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing launches pilot to help educators teach AI across disciplines - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
A weeklong summer workshop brought higher education faculty to campus to explore how AI and machine learning materials can be adapted for their classrooms.
 
Injectable nanodevices could provide effective treatment for drug-resistant glioblastoma - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers show implanted nanoantennas can be activated wirelessly to kill brain cancer cells without damage to healthy tissue.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
Upgrading Your Phone Soon? Readers Say This Brand Reigns Supreme and It’s Not Apple - CNET Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Four big tech brands dominate the smartphone space, but one wins for for customer satisfaction, AI features and battery life.
 
Study predicts large disparities in access to food, water, and energy in 2050 - MIT Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In some regions of the world, the poorest people may spend about 50 percent of their income on food, while the richest spend about 5 percent.
 
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:25:00 GMT
The work is part of a multiyear effort to develop a distributed sensor network for relaying data collected from this critical region.
 
How architects turned a hulking brick box into MIT’s newest academic hub - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A venerable storage facility has become a 21st-century architectural tour de force. Here are the key decisions that transformed the Met Warehouse.
 
Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4
 
Stories from the steel mills: A model for sharing workers’ histories - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT anthropologist Chris Walley developed a project for people in Southeast Chicago to tell their histories — an approach any community can adopt.
 
New method allows scientists to follow gene activity over time in the same cells - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In the new method, cells package and export their RNA, enabling researchers to sequence and analyze the RNA without killing the cells.
 
Faculty receive promotions in the School of Architecture and Planning for 2026 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
The range of faculty disciplines showcases the breadth of research and scholarship across the school.
 
3 Questions: The essential role of international engagement - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Duane Boning, MIT’s vice provost for international activities, discusses the Institute’s approach to global engagement.
 
Assistant Professor Thomas Rose, an expert in archaeometallurgy, dies at 37 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Colleagues remember Rose as an enthusiastic and gracious friend who had recently started a promising research track at MIT.
 
Fabrication platform could enable flexible, transparent next-generation photonic chips - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:45:00 GMT
This scalable process produces high-performance chips for applications like discreet wearables or pliable augmented-reality displays.
 
New qubit architecture enables faster, more accurate operations - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer.
 
Giving farmers a more sustainable way to protect crops - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Led by Andee Wallace PhD ’20, Robigo uses cutting-edge biotechnology to engineer microbes to fight pests, reducing the need for harmful chemical pesticides.
 
Building foundations that last - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Iwnetim Abate creates space for ambitious research and sustainable growth for his graduate students.
 
From MIT to IBM, expediting AI and quantum deployment - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:25:00 GMT
MIT affiliates engage with the MIT-IBM Computing Research Lab to bring rigorous theory to production systems.
 
System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle’s AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
 
New research shows a neutrino laser is impossible - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Due to physical and fundamental limitations, an earlier proposal for producing laserlike beams of neutrinos cannot be achieved, scientists report.
 
Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:25:00 GMT
The senior lecturer, already director of the degree program, will now oversee all aspects of the center’s activities and operations.
 
Cognition and consciousness arise from analog computations, says new theory - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The brain's ability to generate quick, nimble volitional thought — and a unified awareness of thought and experience — arises from analog computations, MIT neuroscientists argue in a new review.
 
Atlas of the brain’s striatum could guide researchers to new drug treatments - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals insights into populations of neurons affected by Huntington’s disease, schizophrenia, addiction, and other disorders.
 
Ila Kumar: Innovating with communities - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student works to give young people an active role in shaping digital technologies that can support their own well-being.
 
Translating economic growth into better lives - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Graduate student Lyonel Tanganco investigates how to improve public policy interventions and address challenges in nutrition, climate, and development.
 
Gulfstream IV makes its long-awaited return to Lincoln Laboratory - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The modified aircraft will support an ongoing US Air Force program to assess and enhance the survivability of air and space vehicles.
 
At MIT convocation, a warm welcome for the Class of 2030 - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Institute is “so glad and so grateful” to have this year’s new undergraduates aboard, President Kornbluth said at the annual greeting ceremony.
 
MIT Quantum Initiative launches postdoctoral fellowship program - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Institute welcomes its first cohort of QMIT Fellows this fall to advance interdisciplinary quantum research.
 
Study: Peptides can form well-defined structures in harsh, Venus-like conditions - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
New research offers support for the possibility that complex biological molecules could exist in the highly acidic environment of Venus’s cloud layer.
 
How an MIT research project became a global programming language - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
With millions of users across the world, Julia has been used to conduct cutting-edge research and to design new drugs, jet engines, heat pumps, and more.
 
Archived: Building 18 Updates - MIT Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
The VPNs That Are Supposed to Protect Your Privacy Are Collecting Your Data Instead - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:45:24 GMT
According to the report, 64 VPN apps on Apple’s App Store and Google Play contain trackers that collect your sensitive data; the exact opposite of what a VPN is supposed to do.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
Is iOS 27 Draining Your iPhone Battery? Don’t Panic, That’s Normal - CNET Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:31:34 GMT
Apple said this isn’t unusual and it’s temporary.
 
Disabling Apple Intelligence Just Got Harder With iOS 27. Here’s How to Opt Out - CNET Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:09:19 GMT
Since Apple Intelligence is all about Siri AI now, here’s what you need to know to de-AI your iPhone.
 
Before You Install iOS 27, Make Sure You Have the Right iPhone Backup - CNET Sun, 28 Jul 2024 11:00:16 GMT
Upgrading your phone’s system is a big step. Here’s how to make a good backup of your data just in case something goes sideways.