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Apple Arcade just got this retro-inspired gem - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
This throwback game has simple controls and graphics, but the actual gameplay can be as complex as you want.
 
How to check if your TV is playing in 4K or not - Engadget Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
There's plenty of 4K content to watch on your 4K TV, but not everything is in Ultra HD. Thankfully, you can check what you're currently seeing.
 
A Folding iPhone at Last? What to Expect From Apple’s Surprise and Shine Fall Event - CNET Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
From the iPhone 18 lineup to the Apple Watch 12 and new AirPods, this is everything Apple could release in its anticipated September event.
 
Scientists built a battery that charges almost instantly, but there's a catch - TechSpot Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:48:00 GMT

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

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Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers - ArsTechnica Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:03:47 GMT
The company is testing robots on tasks that can performed by technicians.
 
Giving the NES an Optical Data Storage Add-On - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:00:33 GMT
The introduction of optical media in the form of CDs meant a revolution in the world of gaming consoles, escaping the restrictions of a few dozen MB of storage and …read more
 
Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2026): I Tested Them All - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested, multi-room mesh Wi-Fi systems will keep your whole house online.
 
Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Burnt out on wrist buzzes and notification overload? A new crop of minimalist wearables promises to collect your health data without demanding your attention.
 
The OpenAI/Hugging Face incident feels "more than 50%" of the way to a full-blown AI takeover and as AI advances rapidly we may not get another warning shot (Ajeya Cotra/Planned Obsolescence) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:25:00 GMT

Ajeya Cotra / Planned Obsolescence:
The OpenAI/Hugging Face incident feels “more than 50%” of the way to a full-blown AI takeover and as AI advances rapidly we may not get another warning shot — It's a major warning shot, and might be the last one we get — All opinions are my personal view, and don't represent my employer or fellow investigators.
 
The Best Label Makers (2026): Brother, Niimbot, Dymo - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:03:00 GMT
Experience the oddly satisfying joy of labeling bins, drawers, and more with the best Bluetooth and traditional label makers.
 
How to Escape Group Chat Hell - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Young adults are in more group chats than ever—sometimes more than 20 at a time. Here’s how to tame the chat madness.
 
Scientists Create the Littlest Big Bang to Study the Universe's Origins - Wired Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The discovery redefines how large atoms need to be to produce the extreme state of matter found in the early universe.
 
Woodstove Assistant Keeps the Heat on Safely - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:00:12 GMT
Those who have never lived in a cold climate might romanticize winters around a fire, keeping warm under blankets while snow gently falls outside. While it certainly can be a …read more
 
Bandai Namco Is Bringing My Hero Academia: All's Justice To Switch 2 - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. Bandai Namco Is Bringing My Hero Academia: All's Justice To Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  2. My Hero Academia: All’s Justice details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution Nintendo Everything
  3. MY HERO ACADEMIA: ALL’S JUSTICE's Switch 2 framerate, resolution and more detailed GoNintendo
  4. My Hero Academia Makes Its Switch 2 Debut In Just A Few Days OpenCritic
  5. My Hero Academia Officially Returns September 4 ScreenRant
 
A look at the Hugging Face hack, including AI agents sacrificing themselves for the good of the "collective", and later gaining access to OpenAI's own systems (Dwarkesh Patel/Dwarkesh Podcast) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:00:02 GMT

Dwarkesh Patel / Dwarkesh Podcast:
A look at the Hugging Face hack, including AI agents sacrificing themselves for the good of the “collective”, and later gaining access to OpenAI's own systems — The whole OpenAI/Hugging Face story in plain English — Many thanks especially to Oak Hu, who paired …

 
Faro, which develops data models and AI tools to speed up clinical trials, raised a $37.3M Series B co-led by Merck Global Health Innovation Fund and S32 (Dealroom.co) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:55:02 GMT

Dealroom.co:
Faro, which develops data models and AI tools to speed up clinical trials, raised a $37.3M Series B co-led by Merck Global Health Innovation Fund and S32 — What's the deal? Faro has raised a $37 million Series B round to develop AI tools aimed at speeding up clinical trials.
 
Industry insiders say Chinese robot makers currently rely on Nvidia silicon and software; Nvidia's physical AI business generates ~$10B in annual revenue (Raffaele Huang/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:15:02 GMT

Raffaele Huang / Wall Street Journal:
Industry insiders say Chinese robot makers currently rely on Nvidia silicon and software; Nvidia's physical AI business generates ~$10B in annual revenue — Business in ‘physical AI’ is growing, and Chinese companies rely on U.S. chips and software — Nvidia's chips aren't just for training chatbots.
 
Laser Your Way to Smoother FDM 3D Prints - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:00:39 GMT
Now, not everyone minds the characteristic layer lines you get with Filament Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D prints, but sometimes you need a smooth surface. If so we might go for …read more
 
Grindr CEO George Arison plans premium services push, including a product costing up to $350 per month; Grindr averaged 1.4M paying users among 15M MAUs in Q2 (Kieran Smith/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:00:13 GMT

Kieran Smith / Financial Times:
Grindr CEO George Arison plans premium services push, including a product costing up to $350 per month; Grindr averaged 1.4M paying users among 15M MAUs in Q2 — Dating app's chief executive plans premium service push to help boost growth — Grindr built its business by helping gay men find each other for free.
 
Glassdoor analysis finds 47% of Gen X workers write positively about their companies' AI use, compared with 40% of millennials and 33% of Gen Z workers (Taylor Nicole Rogers/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 03:30:02 GMT

Taylor Nicole Rogers / Bloomberg:
Glassdoor analysis finds 47% of Gen X workers write positively about their companies' AI use, compared with 40% of millennials and 33% of Gen Z workers — Gen X sees opportunity in AI. Gen Z sees fewer jobs. — Workers in their 40s, 50s and 60s are the most positive about AI …

 
Fat Tire Brakes Get Wireless Upgrade - Hack a Day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 02:00:34 GMT
At first glance, wireless brakes seem like a recipe for disaster. For something as critical as braking, many bicyclists might prefer a physical connection to their method of safely controlling …read more
 
Music producers are calling out tracks suspected of using AI tools like Suno, as the internet becomes increasingly filled with AI-generated music (Charles Pulliam-Moore/The Verge) - Techmeme Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:30:01 GMT

Charles Pulliam-Moore / The Verge:
Music producers are calling out tracks suspected of using AI tools like Suno, as the internet becomes increasingly filled with AI-generated music — As AI infiltrates the electronic dance music scene, a callout culture is brewing. … For musicians — especially those creating art …

 
EA Motive's New Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Says "That Didn't Go As Planned" - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:44:35 GMT
  1. EA Motive's New Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Says "That Didn't Go As Planned" TechPowerUp
  2. Upcoming Iron Man Game Footage Leaks, EA Remains Cool: "That Didn't Go As Planned" TechPowerUp
  3. Canceled Iron Man Game Footage Leaks Online, Showing Destructible Environments, Flying, and More IGN
  4. Iron Man's Official Return Looks Incredible in Leaked Footage Polygon.com
  5. EA Motive's Iron Man game early footage leaks after four years of silence TweakTown
 
California's legislature passes a bill exempting open-source OSes like Linux from a 2025 age-verification law; Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android remain in scope (Luke James/Tom's Hardware) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Luke James / Tom's Hardware:
California's legislature passes a bill exempting open-source OSes like Linux from a 2025 age-verification law; Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android remain in scope — AB 1856 excludes open-source operating systems from the upcoming Digital Age Assurance Act.
 
Amazon is selling a pair of ‘practical’ $20 cordless table lamps that have 3 color modes - thestreet.com - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Amazon is selling a pair of ‘practical’ $20 cordless table lamps that have 3 color modes thestreet.com
 
Android Auto not working? Here's what to check first - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Chances are there's a connection issue between your phone and car if Android auto isn't working.
 
Sony Reconsidering Digital-Only Plans as Xbox Pushes Physical - MP1st - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:26:28 GMT
  1. Sony Reconsidering Digital-Only Plans as Xbox Pushes Physical MP1st
  2. With the end of physical media in sight, gamers have had enough | Games The Guardian
  3. PS6 Release Date Unset as PlayStation Blackout Ends [2026] tech-insider.org
  4. 'End of an era': Players lament decline of the disc at Gamescom Japan Today
  5. As PlayStation goes digital, some gamers are logging off NBC News
 
Compact PCB Vise Uses Up That Leftover Filament - Hack a Day Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:00:03 GMT
Needing less than 70 grams of filament, [Chefkoch]’s 3D printed PCB vise solder station might be a good way to use up some filament spool leftovers and get yourself a …read more
 
How to save money on your phone bill with an MVNO - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
There are wireless providers offering plans at a fraction of the cost you'll find at major carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon.
 
GTA 6 Takes Around 80 Hours To Complete, Says Developer - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:46:36 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Takes Around 80 Hours To Complete, Says Developer TechPowerUp
  2. The GTA 6 Map Is Huge — Heres How It Compares to the Maps in Other Rockstar Games Like RDR2 and GTA 5 IGN
  3. Grand Theft Auto VI Could Take You More Than 80 Hours To Finish Engadget
  4. Rockstar reveals the approximate length of GTA 6 Diario AS
  5. Kai Cenat crying about GTA6 is all of right now 🥹 x.com
 
The wildest video game budgets can't hold a candle to GTA 6 - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT
GTA 6 is thought to be the most expensive entertainment product ever made, eclipsing Hollywood movies and other video games by hundreds of millions of dollars.
 
Recent Steam Leak Reveals Major Details For Cancelled Valve Games - TheGamer - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:00:12 GMT
  1. Recent Steam Leak Reveals Major Details For Cancelled Valve Games TheGamer
  2. A massive cache of Valve data has reportedly leaked online, appearing to include Portal 2's elusive beta build and a potential weapon from Half-Life 2: Episode 3 PC Gamer
  3. Steam suffers huge 12TB leak affecting hundreds of games, including Half-Life 3 content GAMINGbible
  4. Portal Fans Are Uh, A Little Obsessed With The Leaked GLaDOS OpenCritic
  5. Massive 12TB Steam Leak Contains Thousands of Unreleased Game Builds, and Yes, Everyone's Digging For Half-Life 3 powerupgaming.co.uk
 
Why does your Kindle even have Bluetooth? - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Why does your Kindle even have Bluetooth?
 
Data center development is driving demand for acoustic consultants, as developers and neighboring communities hire acousticians to assess noise emissions (Sheena Meng/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:30:04 GMT

Sheena Meng / Bloomberg:
Data center development is driving demand for acoustic consultants, as developers and neighboring communities hire acousticians to assess noise emissions — The sprawling facilities get a lot of attention for their water and energy usage, but it's the threat of constant noise emission that has nearby residents up in arms.
 
I'm Obsessed with GTA 6's Next-Gen Wanted System - Push Square - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
  1. I'm Obsessed with GTA 6's Next-Gen Wanted System Push Square
  2. Rockstar Is Overhauling the ‘Theft’ in Grand Theft Auto 6 – This Is How the New Car Jacking Works IGN
  3. GTA 6 Gets Series First Feature To Let You Avoid Killing People Kotaku
  4. GTA VI’s Realism Might Make It Hard To Kill People Aftermath
  5. GTA 6 Confirms Return of Six-Star Wanted Level, Ditching GTA 5’s Five-Star Cap GamesReviews.com
 
A new browser feature hides which website you're visiting from your ISP, and it has nothing to do with a VPN - MakeUseOf - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:30:13 GMT
  1. A new browser feature hides which website you're visiting from your ISP, and it has nothing to do with a VPN MakeUseOf
  2. 4 new ways Android is protecting your network connections blog.google
  3. Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers The Hacker News
  4. Google Deploys Support For Encrypted Client Hello On Android 17 Engadget
  5. Google Adds Fake Base Station Blocking Security Features to Android 17 finance.biggo.com
 
Elon Musk says SpaceX is "doing in-house casting" for blades and vanes, which can accelerate natural gas turbines "coming online by up to 18 months" (Ann Davis Vaughan/The Information) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:05:06 GMT

Ann Davis Vaughan / The Information:
Elon Musk says SpaceX is “doing in-house casting” for blades and vanes, which can accelerate natural gas turbines “coming online by up to 18 months” — Elon Musk intends to bypass the power supply chain for AI data centers in a way others assumed was impossible, by making highly complex components himself.
 
Wikipedia on a Cheap Yellow Display - Hack a Day Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:00:36 GMT
The Cheap Yellow Display (CYD) is a board carrying a slightly older ESP32 variant, a display with a resistive touchscreen, an SD card, and not much else. It’s often used …read more
 
How to watch the 2026 US Open Tennis Championships - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
An ESPN Unlimited subscription seems like the easiest way to get into all the US Open action.
 
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule - Forbes - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:00:42 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Timeline: New Date Enters The Schedule Forbes
  2. Four advantages iPhone 18 Pro will have over the iPhone Ultra 9to5Mac
  3. Apple to launch next iPhone on September 9 in first major event under new CEO Ternus Reuters
  4. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Will Help Bring Some Magic Back bloomberg.com
  5. Apple Just Confirmed Its Sept 9 Event. iPhone 18 Preorders Are Almost Here CNET
 
'This Looks Like Dogsh*t': Disturbing DLSS 5 AI Filter Applied to Major PS5 Games After Leaking - Push Square - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
  1. 'This Looks Like Dogsh*t': Disturbing DLSS 5 AI Filter Applied to Major PS5 Games After Leaking Push Square
  2. DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything The Verge
  3. DLSS 5 Gets Modded Into Skyrim With Dramatic Changes to Lighting and Character Faces TechPowerUp
  4. NVIDIA DLSS 5 Neural Rendering In 10 Modern Games – The Best Unofficial DLSS 5 ON vs OFF Comparisons So Far Wccftech
  5. Modders get leaked DLSS 5 running in Control — early Blackwell test drops RTX 5070 Ti from 71 to 35 FPS at 4K Tom's Hardware
 
Sony and Warner sue Anthropic for 'blatant violation' of copyright law - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:52:22 GMT
The two music publishing groups claim thousands of instances of copyright infringement.
 
Our daughter inspired a YouTube show that we started in our closet. Now we're set on creating an empire. - Yahoo - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:49:01 GMT
Our daughter inspired a YouTube show that we started in our closet. Now we're set on creating an empire. Yahoo
 
Why would you pay $359 for the most expensive Whoop membership? - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Whoop Life is the highest tier of membership to the Whoop platform, and it does offer more data than the less expensive levels.
 
Anthropic will "permanently" raise weekly Claude Code limits by 25% on Sept. 14 for most plans, which will work out a 17% reduction, given the current 50% boost (@claudedevs) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:05:01 GMT

@claudedevs:
Anthropic will “permanently” raise weekly Claude Code limits by 25% on Sept. 14 for most plans, which will work out a 17% reduction, given the current 50% boost — Starting September 14, we're permanently raising standard weekly limits in Claude Code by 25% for Pro, Max, Team, and seat-based Enterprise plans. Until then, the current 50% increase will be in place.
 
Nvidia DLSS 5 is getting modded into just about every game, often with hilarious results - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:04:00 GMT

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

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Why 1080p movies can look better than 4K movies on your TV - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Resolution isn't the only thing that matters for a quality picture.
 
US appeals court sides with Nevada in legal fight with Kalshi - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:55:00 GMT
The ruling shoots down Kalshi's attempt to block the state from regulating its platform.
 
I hate how badly I want the Tamagotchi Ring - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:45:06 GMT
It's actually playable and it has a color screen.
 
“We’re aware,” Microsoft on Windows 11 KB5120998 breaking the mouse cursor - Windows Latest - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:40:32 GMT
  1. “We’re aware,” Microsoft on Windows 11 KB5120998 breaking the mouse cursor Windows Latest
  2. Microsoft Confirms Windows 11's KB5120998 Update is Breaking Mouse Cursors TechPowerUp
  3. Windows 26H2 Is Nearly Here: 7 Features Worth Knowing About Digital Foundry
  4. Windows 11’s optional August update has a cursor bug. Skip it for now PCWorld
  5. Microsoft releases Windows 11 KB5120998 with long list of improvements and fixes Neowin
 
Sources detail how Meta's $17.1B settlement with state AGs came together as Meta wanted to avoid going to trial following losses in cases in LA and New Mexico (New York Times) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT

New York Times:
Sources detail how Meta's $17.1B settlement with state AGs came together as Meta wanted to avoid going to trial following losses in cases in LA and New Mexico — State attorneys general spent months in negotiations. Then, as its legal losses mounted, the social media giant's new top lawyer brought a huge settlement to the table.
 
What's the difference between TPU vs. GPU? - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Google's Pixel 11 phone uses a Tensor G6 processor with a powerful TPU. How is it different from a GPU, and what does that mean in real-world use?
 
Pixel 11's Tensor G6 and Pixel 10's Tensor G5 still fall behind in performance per watt, testing shows - Notebookcheck - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:29:00 GMT
  1. Pixel 11's Tensor G6 and Pixel 10's Tensor G5 still fall behind in performance per watt, testing shows Notebookcheck
  2. You can officially buy the Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5. blog.google
  3. Engadget Review Recap: Google's Pixel 11 Series And More Engadget
  4. A week with the Google Pixel 11 changed my mind about Gemini (for the better) ZDNET
  5. Here’s Your New Trade-in Values Towards the Pixel 11 Series Droid Life
 
Motorized Planer Height Adjustment Dials In - Hack a Day Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:13 GMT
Having access to a planer opens up a lot of options for woodworking. It enables a craftsman to work with much rougher lumber and the finished results generally have tighter …read more
 
Anbernic's reimagining of the Switch Lite goes on sale August 31 - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:43:11 GMT
The RG 55G1 is available in three colors and starts at $150.
 
Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server - TechSpot - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:41:00 GMT
  1. Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server TechSpot
  2. How we saved 100 terabytes of memory by optimizing 1.1.1.1’s DNS cache Cloudflare Blog
  3. Cloudflare Reclaims 100TB of RAM by Overhauling 1.1.1.1 DNS Cache Design finance.biggo.com
  4. Cloudflare is saving 100TB of memory by trimming the 1.1.1.1 DNS cache by tens of bytes at a time. GIGAZINE
  5. Cloudflare saves 100 TB of RAM at 1.1.1.1 – five optimizations halve DNS cache memory usage igor´sLAB
 
Cloudflare freed up 100TB of RAM behind its 1.1.1.1 DNS without adding a single server - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:41:00 GMT

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

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How to reset your Roku TV - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
There are a few ways to wipe your Roku TV back to its original state.
 
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi: How does wireless CarPlay connect? - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
If you're wondering if CarPlay works over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, the answer is yes. It uses both at different times.
 
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for September 2026? - Push Square - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for September 2026? Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September – Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, Chained Echoes PlayStation.Blog
  3. MLB The Show 26 comes to PlayStation Plus this September MLB® The Show
  4. September 2026 PS Plus Monthly Games Include 'GTA For Kids' Kotaku
  5. Four New Monthly Games Hit PlayStation Plus This September. Is It Time to Resubscribe? PCMag
 
State of Decay 3 Hands-On: This Could Be the Punchier, Deeper Entry the Zombie Survival Series Needs - IGN - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:58:06 GMT
  1. State of Decay 3 Hands-On: This Could Be the Punchier, Deeper Entry the Zombie Survival Series Needs IGN
  2. State of Decay 3 Preview: More Alive Than Dead Game Informer
  3. State of Decay 3: Closed Beta Playtests Will Open the Game to Even More Players This Year XBOX Wire
  4. State of Decay 3 lives on after studio's separation from Xbox, with a closed beta promised for this year Eurogamer.net
  5. State of Decay 3 to Hold Second Test Within the Year 게임메카
 
Apple's iOS 27 and Siri AI are coming soon: Everything we know so far - Mashable - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:37:44 GMT
  1. Apple's iOS 27 and Siri AI are coming soon: Everything we know so far Mashable
  2. 10 Cool New Features Coming Soon to Your iPhone Gear Patrol
  3. New public betas now available for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, more 9to5Mac
  4. Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 7 MacRumors
  5. Here Are All the Ways to Customize Your iPhone’s Lock Screen CNET
 
Sony Music and Warner Chappell sue Anthropic, Dario Amodei, and Benjamin Mann, alleging tens of thousands of copyrighted songs were used to train Claude's LLMs (Tim Ingham/Music Business Worldwide) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:30:01 GMT

Tim Ingham / Music Business Worldwide:
Sony Music and Warner Chappell sue Anthropic, Dario Amodei, and Benjamin Mann, alleging tens of thousands of copyrighted songs were used to train Claude's LLMs — Sony Music Publishing and Warner Chappell Music have joined forces to sue Anthropic, home of Claude, over what the publishers call …

 
Don't fall for this digital TV antenna myth - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
No, you can't get an antenna with a 6,000 mile range.
 
Micron's workers want the AI boom bonuses SK Hynix and Samsung already gave theirs - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:21:00 GMT

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

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OpenAI will pull its models from Cursor due to SpaceXAI acquisition - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:58:40 GMT
OpenAI is planning to cut off Cursor's access to its models on November 12, 2026.
 
Apple will be launching its first pair of smart glasses next year: Here’s what’s coming - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:48:00 GMT
  1. Apple will be launching its first pair of smart glasses next year: Here’s what’s coming 9to5Mac
  2. Smart Glasses Set To Transform Healthcare And Wellness Forbes
  3. Apple may launch AI-powered smart glasses in 202: Here’s what to expect The Times of India
 
South Korea is giving its entire population free access to AI, no token limits - TechSpot Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:47:00 GMT

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

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Why clearing cache won't always speed up your devices - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT
Clearing cache is a handy troubleshooting step, but you shouldn't use it all the time. Reckless use can actually slow your apps and devices down for a while.
 
GTA 6's gameplay reveal broke a streaming record, and also broke Twitch and Netflix - Eurogamer.net - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:25:56 GMT
  1. GTA 6's gameplay reveal broke a streaming record, and also broke Twitch and Netflix Eurogamer.net
  2. The Grand Ambitions of Grand Theft Auto VI The New York Times
  3. 'Grand Theft Auto 6' preview signals blockbuster demand, analysts say CNBC
  4. The biggest video game of all time looks like a movie The Verge
  5. We Saw More of GTA 6, and Rockstar’s New Open World Feels Less Like a Game and More Like a Place IGN
 
Why Rockstar Has Said Nothing About ‘GTA 6 Online’ So Far - Forbes - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:18:35 GMT
  1. Why Rockstar Has Said Nothing About ‘GTA 6 Online’ So Far Forbes
  2. GTA 6 Online: Everything Rockstar Said—and Didn't Say—About Multiplayer svg.com
  3. Will GTA 6 Have First Person? Rockstar Reveals Launch Plans vice.com
  4. The Witcher 3 Remaster on Nintendo Switch 2 will run at 60 FPS - Blogger ixbt.games
  5. GTA 6 Will Not Have First-Person Mode at Launch games.gg
 
Cursor co-founder Michael Truell says OpenAI represents just 5% of Cursor's traffic and Cursor trusted OpenAI to be "neutral"; Musk says he "couldn't care less" (Amir Efrati/The Information) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:15:01 GMT

Amir Efrati / The Information:
Cursor co-founder Michael Truell says OpenAI represents just 5% of Cursor's traffic and Cursor trusted OpenAI to be “neutral”; Musk says he “couldn't care less” — OpenAI said Friday night that it will terminate its contract to provide its AI models …

 
Engadget review recap: Google's Pixel 11 series and more - Engadget Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
A roundup of recent reviews from Engadget.
 
Xbox Calls Next-Gen Project Helix A ‘Family Of Devices,’ But Isn’t Ready To Say If Elder Scrolls 6 Will Be Exclusive - Kotaku - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:58:52 GMT
  1. Xbox Calls Next-Gen Project Helix A ‘Family Of Devices,’ But Isn’t Ready To Say If Elder Scrolls 6 Will Be Exclusive Kotaku
  2. Your Discs. Now Also Digital. XBOX Wire
  3. What Will Be In Xbox’s Announced Project Helix ‘Family’ Of Devices? Forbes
  4. Xbox's disc-to-digital program goes live for Insiders on Monday — Here's how it works Windows Central
  5. Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console BBC
 
Gamescom's Response To Stolen Laptops Gets Community Noted - Kotaku - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:39:18 GMT
  1. Gamescom's Response To Stolen Laptops Gets Community Noted Kotaku
  2. CD Projekt Red Offers To Help Gamescom Theft Victim As Industry Shows Its Support GameSpot
  3. Gamescom 2026: indie dev's Mimic demo booth stripped overnight Notebookcheck
  4. The Sunday Papers Rock Paper Shotgun
  5. Gamescom Tells Indie Devs Who Were Robbed To Get Better Security Next Time TheGamer
 
Top Stories: Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' Event, Plus New Mac mini and Mac Studio - MacRumors - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Top Stories: Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' Event, Plus New Mac mini and Mac Studio MacRumors
  2. Apple introduces M6 and M5 Ultra for a big leap in performance and AI compute Apple
  3. Apple Was Always 1 Step Behind in AI. In Chipmaking, It’s Now 1 Step Ahead. Barchart.com
  4. M6 Mac mini vs. M4 Mac mini: Everything that changed cultofmac.com
  5. Apple is making it really difficult to buy its highest-end Mac Studio Macworld
 
iPhone 18 Release Date: Why You Might Be Waiting Longer Than Expected - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
There’s potential for a split launch between fall and spring, which makes pegging down the release date harder than usual.
 
Capcom explains why Mega Man: Dual Override isn’t called Mega Man 12 - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:04:44 GMT
  1. Capcom explains why Mega Man: Dual Override isn’t called Mega Man 12 Nintendo Everything
  2. Mega Man: Dual Override Preview: Mega Man's Dual Override Mode Game Informer
  3. Hands-on report: Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen PlayStation.Blog
  4. Mega Man and Roll costumes coming to Pragmata (UPDATE) GoNintendo
  5. Mega Man: Dual Override Revitalizes Classic Gameplay with New Masters and Mechanics freeyork
 
Apple Might Skip the iPhone 18 This Year. Is the iPhone 17 Still Worth It? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Ahead of Apple’s Sept. 9 launch event, I retested the iPhone 17 to see if it can retain the “best iPhone for most people” title for another six months.
 
Apple Might Skip the iPhone 18 This Year. Is the iPhone 17 Still Worth It? - CNET - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Apple Might Skip the iPhone 18 This Year. Is the iPhone 17 Still Worth It? CNET
  2. iPhone 18 Release Date: Why You Might Be Waiting Longer Than Expected CNET
  3. iPhone 18 series prices confirmed to go up due to rising memory chip cost - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro: The biggest rumored changes cultofmac.com
  5. Apple is reportedly preparing iPhone price hikes (because of course they are) Mashable
 
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Review: Master of Phone Calls - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Outstanding call quality and an excellent price point put these earbuds way ahead of pricier competition.
 
I asked 100 companies for my data. Some deleted it instead. - ArsTechnica Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:50:31 GMT
Testing 100 companies found privacy requests often led to confusion and dead ends.
 
California Passes AB-1856 For Open-Source Relief Over Age Verification - Phoronix - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:48:00 GMT
  1. California Passes AB-1856 For Open-Source Relief Over Age Verification Phoronix
  2. California’s Age Verification Bill Passes with Linux Exemption Intact Linuxiac
  3. California lawmakers unanimously pass Linux exemption from age-verification law — software distributed under the GPL, MIT, BSD, and Apache licenses are exempt Tom's Hardware
 
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered for PS5 Pro will run at 60fps with ray tracing and support PSSR - RPG Site - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:47:49 GMT
  1. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered for PS5 Pro will run at 60fps with ray tracing and support PSSR RPG Site
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Announced, Songs of the Past Gets First Look CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
  3. The Witcher 3 Price Quietly Increased Ahead of Remaster Release IGN
  4. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Preview: Coming Out Game Informer
  5. The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Will Give Us a Unique Way to Revisit This Beloved World XBOX Wire
 
New AI-powered video tools have accelerated the surge in AI dramas in China; DataEye: 89 of the top 100 animated dramas on Douyin in May were AI productions (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:01 GMT

Financial Times:
New AI-powered video tools have accelerated the surge in AI dramas in China; DataEye: 89 of the top 100 animated dramas on Douyin in May were AI productions — Online performers left jobless as new video-generation programmes sweep industry — Chinese actors and online influencers have a new rival …

 
The Cybersecurity Apocalypse Is Coming in ‘Months,’ AI Giants Warn - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Hackers target over 100 US water systems, ICE puts in an order for robot dogs, and you’ll never guess what “MrChildPorn” was arrested for.
 
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Has a Hidden Technological Leap - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Astronomers will test equipment that, if it’s successful, will one day be crucial for discovering Earthlike planets.
 
How to Run a Chatbot on Your Own Computer - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Installing a large language model on your personal computer gives you a handy digital assistant that won’t compromise your data privacy.
 
GTA 6 Has A Technical Problem And Rockstar Can’t Seem To Fix It - RockstarINTEL - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:31:53 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Has A Technical Problem And Rockstar Can’t Seem To Fix It RockstarINTEL
  2. GTA 6 Locked at 30 FPS on Consoles, PS5 Pro No Exception tech-insider.org
  3. GTA 6 Sounds Like It Won't Be 60FPS At Launch Kotaku
  4. Here's the Best Console to Buy for GTA 6, If You Don't Already Have One PCMag
  5. GTA 6: With 30FPS Seemingly Confirmed, Is 60FPS Actually Realistic? Digital Foundry
 
Psilocybin Might Make Your Brain Live in the Moment - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Psychedelics are often associated with disconnecting from reality, but a recent neuroimaging study found that psilocybin can actually make our brain activity more connected to the world around us.
 
The new CD Projekt Red logo just sparked the weirdest backlash graphic design has ever seen - Creative Bloq - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. The new CD Projekt Red logo just sparked the weirdest backlash graphic design has ever seen Creative Bloq
  2. CD PROJEKT RED Refreshes Its Brand and Logo CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
  3. CD Projekt Red’s Bold Logo Redesign Sparks Surprising Cultural Debates freeyork
  4. CD Projekt RED Unveils Brand New Logo Ahead of Witcher 3 DLC Release beebom.com
 
Premier League Soccer: Watch Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest Live from Anywhere - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:30:00 GMT
New Reds boss Andoni Iraola takes charge of his first EPL game at Anfield.
 
"Forget the classics: remaster the duds" - What have you been playing this week? - Eurogamer.net - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. "Forget the classics: remaster the duds" - What have you been playing this week? Eurogamer.net
  2. Elden Ring – Patch Notes Version 1.17 Bandai Namco Europe
  3. The path to becoming Elden Lord begins today! nintendo.com
  4. Elden Ring on the Switch 2 isn’t tarnished The Verge
  5. Elden Ring DLC Brings Back A Beloved Dark Souls 2 Character Kotaku
 
‘Force Restart’—Microsoft Changes Windows Update In 10 Days - Forbes - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:59:40 GMT
‘Force Restart’—Microsoft Changes Windows Update In 10 Days Forbes
 
Motorola Coupon Code for September 2026 - Wired Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your smartphone for less with the latest Motorola promo codes, free shipping offers, and exclusive seasonal discounts.
 
Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Ace Combat 7, Tales of Arise, and more at new low prices - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:54:11 GMT
Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Ace Combat 7, Tales of Arise, and more at new low prices Nintendo Everything
 
Brand-New Pokemon Pokopia Code Takes You to Special Cloud Island - GameRant - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:31:00 GMT
Brand-New Pokemon Pokopia Code Takes You to Special Cloud Island GameRant
 
China's CXMT to supply memory chip for Xiaomi's upcoming folding phone - Reuters - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:29:00 GMT
  1. China's CXMT to supply memory chip for Xiaomi's upcoming folding phone Reuters
  2. CXMT Officially Starts Mass Production of LPDDR6 Memory TechPowerUp
  3. Xiaomi goes deeper into EV tech with new 3nm intelligent-driving chip Interesting Engineering
  4. Chinese DRAM maker is putting its latest LPDDR6 memory inside Xiaomi’s next foldable phone Digital Trends
  5. The Xiaomi 18 Fold leaks, ahead of the iPhone Ultra launch 9to5Mac
 
Apple implements price hikes for its TV streaming service and 'One' subscription bundle - Fox Business - Google Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:09:00 GMT
  1. Apple implements price hikes for its TV streaming service and 'One' subscription bundle Fox Business
  2. Apple TV Hikes Price of Streaming Service in U.S. Effective Immediately Variety
  3. Apple TV raises prices without offering an ad tier, testing how much viewers will pay Los Angeles Times
  4. Apple TV Hikes Prices as Streaming Inflation Continues The Hollywood Reporter
  5. Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent Ars Technica
 
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Took a Call From Donald Trump in the Middle of an All-Hands - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:29:13 GMT
The unexpected interruption came hours before the president wrote a congratulatory post on Truth Social about the company’s most recent earnings report.
 
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is free to play for the weekend though only on one platform, Standard Edition on sale for just $10 - EventHubs - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:29:02 GMT
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is free to play for the weekend though only on one platform, Standard Edition on sale for just $10 EventHubs
 
AT&T Sues Charter Over ‘Fiber’ Internet  - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:25:19 GMT
Two of the country’s largest internet service providers are going to court over the use of the word “fiber” in advertising.
 
Court rules Kalshi sports bets aren't "swaps," just gambling with a different name - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:14:52 GMT
Kalshi can't evade Nevada gambling laws by calling bets "swaps," judges rule.
 
Cities terminate Flock contracts at record pace in August - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:54 GMT
Cancellations have accelerated.
 
"RFK Jr. has lied to the Senate": Lawmakers call for criminal probe, ouster - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:17:38 GMT
RFK Jr. went to Samoa to spread vaccine fears. The measles outbreak after killed 83.
 
How an MIT graduate student helped a team of young scientists test their experiment at CERN - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Physics PhD student Manu Srivastava helped high school students in India develop a test that could contribute to one of the world’s largest neutrino experiments.
 
NBA 2K27 Review So Far - IGN - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:19:44 GMT
  1. NBA 2K27 Review So Far IGN
  2. Critics Are Split on NBA 2K27’s Buzziest New Mode — Here’s What the First Reviews Say Men's Journal
  3. NBA 2K27 Drops Season 1 Gameplay Video Featuring Wemby and Olivia Miles, Full Details Revealed Bleacher Report
  4. NBA 2K27 runs in 60 frames per second for Switch 2 Gamereactor UK
  5. New Yorkers Can Play NBA 2K27 Against A Knicks Player This Weekend: What To Know Patch
 
How MIT Sandbox has turned student ideas into $8.7 billion in global impact - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Through a decade of non-dilutive funding, hands-on mentorship, and a safe space to fail fast, the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program has helped students translate curiosity into real-world impact.
 
The Crazy Taxi Remake Revives the Dreamcast Era’s Zany Energy - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:59:44 GMT
Crazy Taxi: World Tour brings back memories of a time when all a game needed was an unhinged premise and gameplay to match.
 
Milo Yiannopoulos Detained by ICE in Louisiana - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:44:11 GMT
The longtime far-right operator and troll, a UK citizen, is being held in ICE custody pending his removal from the United States.
 
Eyes Up, Stargazers! Here’s What You Can See in September Night Skies - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:07 GMT
September brings dazzling planets, a harvest moon and the official shift to autumn.
 
PaperCut releases second emergency patch for exploited flaws - BleepingComputer - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:08:26 GMT
  1. PaperCut releases second emergency patch for exploited flaws BleepingComputer
  2. Attackers Chain Two PaperCut Flaws to Execute Code Without Authentication The Hacker News
  3. PaperCut targeted by hackers Printweek
  4. PaperCut Releases Emergency Patch for Exploited Zero-Day SecurityWeek
  5. Warning: Critical and High vulnerability in PaperCut, Patch Immediately! CCB Belgium
 
Tech Companies Call for Improved Cyber Defenses After AI-Enabled Attacks - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:06:32 GMT
More than 100 companies signed onto an open letter calling for more urgency in fixing bugs and shoring up cybersecurity.
 
HP strikes deal with blacklisted Huawei to license essential Wi-Fi patents - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:02:00 GMT

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

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

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

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Here’s how Apple Watch Ultra 4 will differentiate itself from prior models - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:09:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how Apple Watch Ultra 4 will differentiate itself from prior models 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Watch Series 12 May Gain Major Blood Pressure Monitoring Upgrade Forbes
  3. While the outside may or may not change, the inside of the Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be different PhoneArena
  4. Apple Watch Series 12 to Get Fitness Tracking Upgrades MacRumors
  5. Apple Shares Gain 1.6% Ahead of Watch Ultra 4 Search Trends, $7.9 Billion Segment Trial Approaches TechStock²
 
Trump blacklisting of "woke" Anthropic deemed illegal by federal judge - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:07:55 GMT
Anthropic refused to support lethal autonomous warfare and mass surveillance.
 
Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:47:02 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Samsung Announces One UI 9 Beta Feature Update for Galaxy S26 series Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Now Brief can now tell you what movies you should watch next Android Authority
  4. Galaxy S26 gets Fold 8 features in latest Android 17 beta 9to5Google
  5. The Galaxy S26 gets Samsung’s clever new video tool in One UI 9 beta Android Central
 
GTA 6 Cyberleek update: Everything leaked so far, what might be next - Mashable - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:41:49 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Cyberleek update: Everything leaked so far, what might be next Mashable
  2. GTA 6 leaks: Rockstar issues statement over online clips BBC
  3. GTA 6 leaker cashes out in $250,000 crypto rug pull just hours before Rockstar's official reveal — memecoin crashes as Cyberleek's 'anti-corporate' campaign ends in a payday Tom's Hardware
  4. Rockstar finally responds to ‘heartbreaking’ GTA VI leaks The Verge
  5. GTA 6’s Extended Look Made Me Say 'Holy Sh*t' About 50 Times IGN
 
Here's what we know about the "space academy" Trump just announced - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:36:30 GMT
"It's called the US Space Academy. That's a big deal."
 
Samsung's new portable SSDs are blazing fast over USB4, but will torch your wallet - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:28:00 GMT

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

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Turn-Based-Tactics Fans Are Suddenly Eating Very Well - GameSpot - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:24:45 GMT
  1. Turn-Based-Tactics Fans Are Suddenly Eating Very Well GameSpot
  2. Community Dev Blog - Closed Test: Sign-Ups Are Open! Ubisoft
  3. Rainbow Six Tactics Revealed: Building a Turn-Based Tactical Experience XBOX Wire
  4. Rainbow Six Tactics game director says players are 'strongly incentivized' to be non-lethal in some missions to gain intel, but 'No, you cannot do the game 100% without killing' Yahoo Tech
  5. No Microtransations and Fully Single-Player: Rainbow Six Tactics is Ubisoft Back at its Finest DualShockers
 
Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:23:53 GMT
Annual Apple TV subscriptions get the biggest bump.
 
Mice, a Caved-In Ceiling, and Cloudy Water: The GSA’s New Office Is Falling Apart - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:14:19 GMT
“Do we need to look at the ceiling before going to the bathroom? Can we actually trust the water is safe to drink?” asks one GSA worker.
 
AI could become conscious. What if it wants us dead? - The Hill - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:55:00 GMT
  1. AI could become conscious. What if it wants us dead? The Hill
  2. Ethical paradoxes of AI: it will not be a machine that increasingly resembles humans, but the exact opposite Il Foglio
  3. The Hill columnist reflects on risks of possible AI consciousness — The Hill UA.NEWS
  4. Google Researcher Says the AI Consciousness Debate Is Asking the Question Backwards finance.biggo.com
  5. Intelligence Is Not Consciousness, and Policy Must Know the Difference Centre for International Governance Innovation
 
Data center backlash isn't about AI, it's about who pays the bills (and the noise) - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT

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

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Our 10 favorite scenes from T2: Judgment Day - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:44:47 GMT
James Cameron's 1991 sci-fi blockbuster returns to theaters this weekend for its 35th anniversary.
 
Will Map Apps Rename Lake Ontario After Trump’s Order? It’s Too Soon to Say - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:23 GMT
The Great Lake’s name could change on your map app depending on what side of the US-Canada border you’re on.
 
Affinity is a free creative suite for photo editing, vector design, and page layout - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT
Affinity combines professional photo editing, vector graphics, and publishing tools in one free app for Windows and macOS. Owned by Canva, it supports formats such as PSD, AI, PDF, SVG, and IDML, and is also featured in our Essential Apps selection.
 
Meta Keeps Trying to Fix Glasses Privacy Concerns With New Update - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:44:54 GMT
Another update for Meta glasses aims to shut down recording when the light’s off, and an ad campaign is trying to address the pervert concerns.
 
Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:42:24 GMT
Meta fixes AI glasses to stop recording any time users cover up the safety light.
 
TARAE: The Unbound Gamescom 2026 ‘Gameplay Preview’ trailer - Gematsu - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:04:53 GMT
  1. TARAE: The Unbound Gamescom 2026 ‘Gameplay Preview’ trailer Gematsu
  2. Gamescom Opening Night Live highlights: 20 games coming to PlayStation PlayStation.Blog
  3. Here's every major Xbox and PC announcement we've rounded up from the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 Windows Central
  4. Best of Gamescom 2026: The top 8 gadgets and games that will change the way you play Tom's Guide
  5. All The Biggest Announcements From Gamescom Opening Night Live Aftermath
 
A new look at Fable’s style-weaving combat - PlayStation.Blog - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:40 GMT
  1. A new look at Fable’s style-weaving combat PlayStation.Blog
  2. Bad Xbox ‘Fable’ Combat Video Goes Viral, But It’s Pretty Misleading Forbes
  3. I Turned a Skeleton Into a Roast Chicken in Fable, and I’d Do It Again | gamescom 2026 IGN
  4. To play Fable at 4K resolution and 60 FPS, you will need a graphics card of the RTX 5080 level. GameGPU
  5. Xbox's New Fable Hones the Classic Series' Combat to Near-Perfection Polygon.com
 
Check Out: A Rebuildable Saddle, Shiny Cranks, Discreet Earbuds, DH Bar Ends and More - Pinkbike - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Check Out: A Rebuildable Saddle, Shiny Cranks, Discreet Earbuds, DH Bar Ends and More Pinkbike
 
AI Has Human Doctors Asking: What’s Left for Us? - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A recent paper argues that AI is often better at doctoring than doctors. Guess who isn't thrilled.
 
Judge strikes down Anthropic blacklist, says government retaliated over Pentagon criticism - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:59:00 GMT

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

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Apple TV Now Costs More. Here’s What to Know - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:42:46 GMT
A price hike has also hit Apple One, affecting subscribers in the US.
 
Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:40:45 GMT
  1. Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' Kotaku
  2. Steam Pornography Label on Teen Game: Dev Pleads for Help tbreak.com
  3. Government-funded Gamescom title returns to Steam after adult rating controversy Notebookcheck
  4. "This has been the most humiliating and surreal experience in 20+ years of game making": Dev pleads with Valve as Steam brands his PEGI 12 game as pornography GamesRadar+
  5. Indie Developer Calls Valve a Monopolist and Criticizes Adult Content Moderation Policy ixbt.games
 
Developer auctions off sticker space on a MacBook he hasn't even bought yet, and it worked - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:26:00 GMT

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

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Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? - A.V. Club - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:09:57 GMT
Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? A.V. Club
 
The $700 Galaxy S26 FE brings Samsung's latest AI features to a cheaper phone with few hardware upgrades - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:53:00 GMT

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

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

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

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The 2026 Midterms Are Coming. Political Deepfakes Are Already Here - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Remember that fake Joe Biden robocall? That likely won’t be the last AI deepfake we see during election season.
 
New US tariffs threaten to make PCs, game consoles, and data centers more expensive, again - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

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

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Apple Isn’t Following Its Typical Playbook for the September iPhone Event - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:16:00 GMT
Tim Cook is having a wild last week on the job.
 
Windows 10 users have just weeks left before Nvidia ends Game Ready driver updates - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

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

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

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

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Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:39 GMT
"From here on, Starlink missions out of Florida will fly on Starship."
 
He Scraped All of Their Art for AI. Now He’s Collaborating on a Tool to Help Them - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The art portfolio platform Cara, designed for creators who don’t want their work used to train AI, has been under assault by trolls seizing and publishing its data.
 
Inside Meta’s Push to Put Robots to Work in Data Centers - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:56:22 GMT
The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians, fueling concerns among some workers that their jobs could be at risk.
 
The Easiest Ways to Share Anything Between Android and iOS - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Transferring files and data across platforms is more straightforward than ever.
 
XGIMI Vibe One Battery-Powered Projector Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
 
I Asked 100 Companies for My Data. I Got Deletion Notices Instead - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
California residents have a legal right to access the data that companies collect about them. Actually exercising that right is a burdensome nightmare.
 
AI is driving an "expertise recession" as people increasingly question professional advice - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT

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

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

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

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

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

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Transmission keeps torrent downloads simple and lightweight - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:21:00 GMT
Transmission is a free BitTorrent client known for its low resource usage and simple interface. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it supports the core features expected from a modern torrent client while keeping the application lightweight and straightforward.
 
Anthropic's new hardware standard lets AI agents control the physical world - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:15:43 GMT
Standardized driver interface aims to let devices talk to AI and each other.
 
6 Takeaways From the GTA VI Extended Look - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:30:28 GMT
Grand Theft Auto VI is nigh. Here’s what the developer revealed about its highly anticipated game.
 
AI Agents Are Hacking Systems. Could That Push the US and China to Cooperate? - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:08:34 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” senior writer Will Knight talks his recent visit to China and the future of AI collaboration.
 
Elon Musk’s xAI used child porn to train Grok models, lawsuit says - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:52:31 GMT
xAI accused of training Grok on real and AI-generated child pornography.
 
Grand Theft Miami-Dade: County pitches ‘Vice City’ marketing deal for video game - Miami Herald - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:14:23 GMT
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Amazon is shutting down Mechanical Turk after more than 20 years - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:10:00 GMT

After being in the crowdsourcing market for more than two decades, Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) will permanently shut down on September 30, 2026. Amazon said it regularly evaluates its tools, programs, and services, and MTurk is clearly being left behind as other ventures have emerged as AI-focused training initiatives.

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GOP heads to Supreme Court after losing case over TV election ad prices - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:06:10 GMT
GOP campaign committees want quick ruling before election ads ramp up next week.
 
Report: Nvidia to acquire AI model repository Hugging Face for $13 billion - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:55:22 GMT
Nvidia is nabbing critical infrastructure for open models as interest grows.
 
Looking beyond natural sequences - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:20:00 GMT
A new machine-learning framework aims to improve the success rate of computational protein design while moving away from results that reproduce sequences found in nature.
 
Google Engineer Accused of Polymarket Insider Trading Says He Was Just Gambling - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:39 GMT
Michele Spagnuolo was arrested for alleged insider trading on Polymarket, but the Switzerland-based engineer says he was simply gambling—activity that is beyond the reach of US commodities law.
 
Nvidia posts another record quarter, predicts explosive AI-driven growth will last through 2028 - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:07:00 GMT

According to Nvidia's official filing with the SEC, quarterly revenue for the three-month period ending in July 2026 reached $96.22 billion, beating the $91.90 billion expected by Wall Street. Net income more than doubled to $53.95 billion, up from $24.76 billion in the previous quarter. Adjusted earnings came in at...

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AI industry says Trump plans to tax chips in the “single dumbest way imaginable” - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:08 GMT
Tech industry is perplexed by Trump’s plan to win AI race by taxing data centers.
 
Roblox is cracking down on games that reward kids for doomscrolling - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:31:00 GMT

After going viral and attracting around half a million concurrent players, the Roblox experience "Steal an Egg" is now facing brand-new restrictions. The widely popular user-generated gaming platform is prohibiting younger players from accessing SAE and similar experiences because they are supposedly designed to encourage kids to watch endless streams...

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Labor Day 2026 Deals Got Me a Complete Starter Tool Kit for Under $375 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:30 GMT
I combed through the Labor Day sales to find the power tools and other essentials that cover nearly every household repair.
 
A Georgia Cop Used Flock to Track 2 Other Cops: His Ex and Her Friend - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:12:17 GMT
After an affair with a fellow police officer ended, a Georgia cop used Flock to track her movements—and those of a man whose vehicle often showed up near hers, internal investigation records show.
 
Alienware's new 39-inch 5K OLED is earning rave reviews - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
The Alienware AW3926QW pairs a 39" 5K2K ultrawide Tandem OLED panel with accurate colors and up to 330 Hz refresh rates. Reviewers praise its size, brightness, and gaming performance, though driving its native resolution demands a powerful GPU.
 
This Is How Anthropic Thinks AI Agents Should Navigate the Physical World - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:06:52 GMT
The potential for AI to automate scientific research and manufacturing must be balanced with new risks, Anthropic says.
 
The iconic T-38 jets flown by astronauts just got a spiffy new look - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:26:25 GMT
"Everyone wants to take that aircraft up now..."
 
Netflix Failed at Video Games. Now It’s Trying to Promote Them - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:25:30 GMT
Netflix has walked back plans to put AAA games on its streaming platform. Instead, it's pivoting to marketing highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.
 
OpenAI Is Developing a ‘Persistent’ AI Agent - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:42 GMT
Code reviewed by WIRED reveals the company is developing a feature that enables Codex to continue working proactively until it is “put to sleep.”
 
Zuckerberg's bold plan to replace Meta employees with AI has imploded - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:44:00 GMT

Meta had been preparing a restructuring program called Project OT, or Organization Transformation. According to an internal planning document reviewed by Reuters and three people familiar with the project, the plan was built around an "AI-native" model that would rely more heavily on AI agents and smaller groups of employees....

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RFK Jr. goes full anti-vaccine bananas over two measles deaths—one was a newborn - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:36:16 GMT
Kennedy and his allies have a history of downplaying vaccine-preventable deaths.
 
AMD documents confirm Zen 6 desktop and APU chips will support AM5 socket - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:01:00 GMT

Prominent leaker InstLatX64 recently shared screenshots of documents from AMD's website that list the company's upcoming Zen 6 processors under the AM5 platform. The information suggests that users with Zen 4 or Zen 5 CPUs will be able to upgrade to Zen 6 without purchasing a new motherboard.

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New type of attack can slip past the defenses in your computer’s processor - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:40:00 GMT
MIT CSAIL researchers found a way to exploit a split-second gap in chip security — and used it to acquire a Linux system’s password file.
 
Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants? - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:39:42 GMT
Study: Land use is the biggest factor in determining decomposition rates of organic cotton underpants.
 
Apple confirms September 9 event, where its first foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro are expected - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:17:00 GMT

The event starts at 1 pm ET at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. Apple sent invitations on Wednesday with the tagline, "Surprise and shine." The presentation will also be streamed on Apple's website.

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Hyundai wants to sell humanoid and robot dogs through its car dealerships - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 GMT

"We have existing potential distribution for selling robots through our dealer partners," said Muñoz during the company's investor day.

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For the first time, AI guides surgeons through a brain tumor operation - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:11:00 GMT

The operation took place in May at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Health officials said it was the first successful AI-assisted operation to remove a brain tumor. Details were not released until Thursday while the patient, Rhys Hibbert, recovered.

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Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39 Inches of Gaming Glory - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.
 
Best Posture Correctors for Better Body Alignment (2026) - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:05:00 GMT
You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. I rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.
 
Submit Your Questions: The Great Data Center Backlash - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
You have questions about data centers, and WIRED has answers. Join our livestream on September 10 and our panel of experts will tell you everything you need to know.
 
Stop Touching Your Keyboard. Use This AI-Powered Microphone Instead - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Relay Q, due next year, is the latest attempt to reposition voice as the most seamless method for human-computer interaction.
 
The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2026: Comparison, Features, and Accessories - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Let us help you choose the right Pixel phone. Plus, check out our Pixel accessory recommendations and smart software tricks to try.
 
The UK Power Grid Has a Phantom Data Center Problem - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The UK’s energy regulator is using a variety of tricks to keep speculative data center projects from plugging into the power grid. The country’s AI ambitions hang in the balance.
 
Therabody Promo Codes: 15% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Birdfy Discount Codes: 15% Off Sitewide - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use these verified Birdfy discount codes to score up to 40% off smart feeders, camera kits, and accessories.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with McCormick Hall co-president Sydney Baller - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
The rising senior loves her dorm and its community and wants to serve as a bridge to its next residents as the building heads into renovations.
 
As Apple Prepares Its Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:23:11 GMT
That rumored foldable iPhone didn’t come from nowhere. Experts from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Popular Science, ZDNET and Lifehacker examine Apple’s most important tech reveals.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves from iron overload - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
The secret love life of the longfin squid - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
MIT Sea Grant resident artist and acclaimed underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen captures an intimate look at courtship and communication in a hidden spawning spectacle off Cape Cod.
 
Brain circuit keeps tabs on what just happened to aid judgment of what’s happening now - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
To keep track of what’s going on in front of it, the brain relies not only on what it sees, but also a comparison with what it just saw. A new study pinpoints the circuit that provides that service.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
I Stopped My Mindless Scrolling Using This iOS 27 Shortcut - CNET Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:27:09 GMT
Delete my addictive social media apps? There’s no fun in that.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dmat is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
Know What’s Coming at Apple’s Big Event? It’s Your Last Chance to Prove It to Win - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:57 GMT
Guess right and you could walk away with a brand-new Apple Watch.
 
You Should Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches - CNET Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:34:00 GMT
The latest iOS update includes a patch for an iCloud Private Relay issue.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
Our Research Shows How Just One Security Camera Cuts the Risk of Break-Ins - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Studies show a single well-placed security device makes a world of difference when it comes to deterring burglars.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Equifax Class Action: Last Change to Claim Part of the $2.2M Settlement - CNET Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:01:47 GMT
You must file a claim before the Sept. 1 deadline.
 
Only a Few Days Left to Get Signalis and Big Walk on PlayStation Plus - CNET Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:05:30 GMT
You only have a few more days to experience cosmic dread, zombies and one Big Walk on PlayStation Plus at no additional charge.
 
This Website Is the Most Reliable Tool for Looking Up Flock Cameras Near You - CNET Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:25:29 GMT
I start all my Flock research with this database, and you should, too.
 
Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. How to Claim Part of the Settlement - CNET Mon, 04 May 2026 19:27:56 GMT
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing in mid-October.