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Apple will let developers offer monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment starting in May, except in the US and Singapore (Eric Slivka/MacRumors) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:30:01 GMT

Eric Slivka / MacRumors:
Apple will let developers offer monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment starting in May, except in the US and Singapore — Apple today announced the launch of a new subscription option for App Store developers: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment.

 
Xiaomi open sources MiMo-V2.5 and MiMo-V2.5-Pro under the MIT License, saying both models are among the most efficient available for agentic "claw" tasks (Carl Franzen/VentureBeat) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:15:02 GMT

Carl Franzen / VentureBeat:
Xiaomi open sources MiMo-V2.5 and MiMo-V2.5-Pro under the MIT License, saying both models are among the most efficient available for agentic “claw” tasks — Xiaomi, the Chinese firm best known for its smartphones and electric vehicles, has lately been shipping some incredibly affordable …

 
Renders based on photos of Samsung's upcoming smart glasses, expected to launch later this year, show a design nearly identical to Ray-Ban Meta glasses (Alexander Maxham/Android Headlines) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:00:37 GMT

Alexander Maxham / Android Headlines:
Renders based on photos of Samsung's upcoming smart glasses, expected to launch later this year, show a design nearly identical to Ray-Ban Meta glasses — Add Android Headlines as a preferred source on Google — Samsung's next Android XR product is reportedly a pair of smart glasses codenamed …

 
GlassWorm malware attacks return via 73 OpenVSX "sleeper" extensions - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:41:01 GMT
A new wave of the Glassworm campaign is targeting the OpenVSX ecosystem with 73 "sleeper" extensions that turn malicious after an update. [...]
 
Govee Launches Wild, Colorful and Pixel-Dense Ceiling Light Ultra - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:37:39 GMT
You can display a favorite image or select colorful lighting effects.
 
Microsoft Outlook's Outage Is Fixed, but You May Have to Log Back In - CNET - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:20:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Outlook's Outage Is Fixed, but You May Have to Log Back In CNET
  2. Microsoft Outlook issues today: Why you can't log in Mashable
  3. Is Outlook down right now? Users report issues with iPhone app Asbury Park Press
  4. Microsoft Outlook down? Email problems hit users across the world - here's what we know TechRadar
  5. Is Microsoft Outlook down? Latest on the outage impacting thousands USA Today
 
Microsoft Outlook's Outage Is Fixed, but You May Have to Log Back In - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:20:00 GMT
If you're on iOS, you might have to take some steps to get connected again after a day-long email glitch.
 
Study: only ~3% of Polymarket accounts drove most price discovery in 2023-2025, suggesting market accuracy comes from an informed minority, not crowd wisdom (Sam Reynolds/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:10:01 GMT

Sam Reynolds / CoinDesk:
Study: only ~3% of Polymarket accounts drove most price discovery in 2023-2025, suggesting market accuracy comes from an informed minority, not crowd wisdom — Researchers show market accuracy comes from a tiny group of informed traders, not broad participation. … What to know:

 
Spotify Enters Its Fitness Era With New Peloton and Influencer Partnership - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:05:45 GMT
You'll now be able to access workouts in the same place you stream music.
 
Open source package with 1 million monthly downloads stole user credentials - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:04:03 GMT
Open source package with 1 million monthly downloads stole user credentials Ars Technica
 
Denuvo may have reached the end as every protected PC game is now crackable - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:52:00 GMT

Released in 2014 to protect FIFA 15 from piracy and circumvention, Denuvo built a reputation as the toughest protection layer in PC gaming. Over the years, various groups and independent developers managed to break the technology on a case-by-case basis, producing cracked versions of individual games. That long-running contest now...

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Musk and Altman face off in trial that will determine OpenAI's future - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:45:18 GMT
Musk’s shifting stance on AI dangers may complicate trial over OpenAI’s mission.
 
Elon Musk boosts an X post by Ronan Farrow promoting his New Yorker article on Sam Altman's alleged deceptions, as Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI heads to trial (Wired) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:40:02 GMT

Wired:
Elon Musk boosts an X post by Ronan Farrow promoting his New Yorker article on Sam Altman's alleged deceptions, as Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI heads to trial — The move comes as the trial for Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI kicks off in federal court in Oakland.

 
The M5 MacBook Air Has Never Been Cheaper - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:27:01 GMT
Despite launching less than two months ago, the M5 MacBook Air has dropped back down to its lowest price since launching.
 
NBA Playoffs 2026: How to Watch Tonight's Games Without Cable - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:16:09 GMT
See the upcoming TV schedule and which streaming services you'll need to watch all the first-round action.
 
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection Will Bring PS1, N64, & GB Favourites To Switch This May - Nintendo Life - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:15:00 GMT
  1. Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection Will Bring PS1, N64, & GB Favourites To Switch This May Nintendo Life
  2. Rugrats: Retro Rewind revealed for Nintendo Switch Nintendo Everything
  3. Unleash your inner child with Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection Games Asylum
  4. ‘Rugrats: Retro Rewind’ Might Be Worth It For This One Real Classic Forbes
  5. 3 Beloved PS1 Games & More Coming to PS5 Soon Yahoo Tech
 
OpenAI ends its exclusive partnership with Microsoft - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:10:11 GMT
Amended agreement clears the way for OpenAI models to run on Amazon Bedrock.
 
Elon Musk Boosts New Yorker’s Sam Altman Exposé on X as Trial Begins - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:08:51 GMT
The move comes as the trial for Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI kicks off in federal court in Oakland.
 
Jury selection begins in Musk v. Altman trial at a federal courthouse in California, with Sam Altman and Greg Brockman in attendance (Ashley Capoot/CNBC) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:05:02 GMT

Ashley Capoot / CNBC:
Jury selection begins in Musk v. Altman trial at a federal courthouse in California, with Sam Altman and Greg Brockman in attendance — The nine-person jury was seated on Monday in the high-stakes legal battle between longtime friends turned rivals Elon Musk and Sam Altman at a federal courthouse in Oakland, California.

 
EU tells Google to open up AI on Android; Google says that's "unwarranted intervention" - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:03:49 GMT
Gemini gets preferential treatment on Android, but maybe not for long (in Europe).
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 28, #582 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:01:10 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 28, No. 582.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 28, #1052 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:01:03 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 28, No. 1,052
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for April 28, #1774 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:52 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for April 28, No. 1,774.
 
The Challenges of 3D Printing Reliable Springs - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:44 GMT
Springs are great, but making them out of plastic tends to come with some downsides, for fairly obvious reasons. Creating a compliant mechanism that can be 3D printed and yet …read more
 
Canada arrests three for operating “SMS blaster” device in Toronto - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:31 GMT
Canadian authorities have arrested three men for operating an "SMS blaster" device that pretends to be a cellular tower to send phishing texts to nearby phones. [...]
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 28, #786 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:27 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for April 28, No. 786.
 
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Could Get More Screen and Less Camera, Insider Says - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:59:00 GMT
A reputable leaker says new Samsung foldables will get smaller selfie cameras.
 
Alleged Silk Typhoon hacker extradited to US for cyberespionage - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:56:03 GMT
A Chinese national accused of carrying out cyberespionage operations for China's intelligence services has been extradited from Italy to the United States to face criminal charges. [...]
 
With new patch design, the Crew-13 astronauts clearly aren't superstitious - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:45:06 GMT
Houston, we have another "13."
 
AMD's $900 Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is selling despite mixed value arguments - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:43:00 GMT

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 carries an $899 price tag, $200 above the prior flagship. From a technical standpoint, it builds on AMD's 3D V-Cache architecture, which has consistently driven strong gaming performance across recent generations. Independent reviews, however, make it clear that performance gains over the Ryzen 9 9950X3D are...

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Phone-Maker Nothing Revives Android-to-Computer File Sharing Tool - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:21:59 GMT
The London-based consumer electronics brand released and then removed its new file-sharing app in favor of a more cumbersome tool.
 
Cole Allen Charged With Attempting to Assassinate Trump - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:07:34 GMT
The suspected shooter at Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner faces three felony charges. He remains in custody following Monday’s hearing.
 
Samsung's New Wallet Feature Finds Your Travel Plans and Builds an Itinerary - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:02:37 GMT
Trips is a new feature that recognizes and curates important details from plane tickets, event bookings and more.
 
Gemini app preps ‘Proactive Assistance’ and new Gemini voices - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:42:00 GMT
  1. Gemini app preps ‘Proactive Assistance’ and new Gemini voices 9to5Google
  2. Google Gemini is planning a welcome visual upgrade for your chats Android Police
  3. Google prepares credits system for Gemini and new image tools TestingCatalog
  4. Gemini's upcoming daily assistant feature could get a logical new name Android Authority
  5. Gemini wants to read your emails, calendar, and notifications to help you before you even ask Digital Trends
 
Best Verizon Plans: How to Choose and Which Ones to Pick in 2026 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:42:00 GMT
Verizon lowered the costs of its plans this year. We pick our favorites.
 
Images of Samsung's rumored smart glasses have leaked - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:41:29 GMT
Images and details about Samsung's upcoming smart glasses have leaked, according to a report by Android Headlines. We knew these were coming at some point, but we now have what could be actual photos and they look pretty nifty. The glasses are reportedly being developed under the codename "Jinju" and could cost anywhere from $380 to $500.
 
Super ZSNES is a GPU-powered SNES emulator that supports per-game enhancements - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:35:00 GMT

Super ZSNES is said to utilize far more accurate CPU and audio cores compared to the original, on top of a GPU-powered PPU that enables hi-res Mode 7 and per-game enhancements. The new emulator additionally supports common components like save states, rewind / fast-forward, quick loads, bookmarks, and cheats codes,...

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"Super ZSNES" is a stab at a modern SNES emulator from the original developers - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:14 GMT
Upgrades to SNES graphics and sound go way beyond the typical screen filtering.
 
BleachBit 6.0 updates the free PC cleaner with smarter browser cleanup - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:28:00 GMT
BleachBit is an open-source utility built to clear junk files, reclaim storage, and scrub traces of browsing and system activity without the bloat often found in commercial cleaners. Its latest release expands browser cleaning, introduces a new cookie manager, and delivers over 100 fixes and improvements.
 
2026 Green Powered Challenge: Adding Low-Power Sleep To Microcontrollers - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:15:48 GMT
When building a project to operate on battery power for long periods of time, having a microcontroller with a reliable and extremely low-power sleep mode is critical. When processing power …read more
 
China kills Meta’s acquisition of Manus as US-China AI rivalry deepens - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:12:04 GMT
The unwinding of Meta’s deal shows how tech founders struggle to cut China ties.
 
Joby Aviation is demoing 10-minute air taxi flights from JFK to Manhattan for a week - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:47 GMT
Joby Aviation is kicking off 10 days of electric air taxi demo flights in New York City. Before you try to book one to bypass the city's awful traffic, Joby's aircrafts aren't taking customers yet. Instead, the company is trialing the air taxis in "real flight routes and real environments," as indicated in its press release.
 
Have I Been Pwned: ShinyHunters' breach of ADT exposed the personal data of 5.5M people; ADT previously disclosed data breaches in August 2024 and October 2024 (Sergiu Gatlan/BleepingComputer) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:00:36 GMT

Sergiu Gatlan / BleepingComputer:
Have I Been Pwned: ShinyHunters' breach of ADT exposed the personal data of 5.5M people; ADT previously disclosed data breaches in August 2024 and October 2024 — The ShinyHunters extortion group stole the personal information of 5.5 million individuals after breaching the systems …

 
Study: Infrasound likely a key factor in alleged hauntings - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:00:35 GMT
Low-frequency infrasound (below 20 Hz) can raise cortisol levels in saliva and increase irritability.
 
Jaw-Dropping Custom Road and Gravel Bikes at The Bespoked Show, London - Outside Magazine - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:50:45 GMT
  1. Jaw-Dropping Custom Road and Gravel Bikes at The Bespoked Show, London Outside Magazine
  2. Clever and Curious Bike Mods At The Bespoked Handmade Bike Show Pinkbike
  3. 14 Standout Custom MTBs from Bespoked London 2026 Pinkbike
  4. in Innerleithen, Scotland - photo by Jessie-MayM Pinkbike
 
Steam Controller reviews are in: $99 price tag and dual trackpad design confirmed - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:37:00 GMT

That said, the $99 price remains the biggest point of debate. Some question whether the controller offers enough to justify costing more than mainstream console pads, while others argued its extra inputs and PC-focused features make it closer to a premium enthusiast device.

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Steam Controller: The Ars Technica review - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:36:33 GMT
Valve's new hardware is solid but might not justify its $99 price.
 
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for its penultimate season on July 23 - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:09:48 GMT
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for its fourth season via Paramount Plus on July 23. The ten episodes air weekly until September 24. This is actually the second-to-last batch of episodes, as the show was recently renewed for a fifth and final season.
 
Apple releases beta 4 for iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more [U] - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:06:00 GMT
  1. Apple releases beta 4 for iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more [U] 9to5Mac
  2. iOS 26.5 will add new features to three popular iPhone apps 9to5Mac
  3. Fourth macOS Tahoe 26.5 Beta Now Available for Developers MacRumors
  4. iOS 26.5 Release Date: When To Expect Your iPhone Messaging Upgrade Forbes
  5. Why You’ll Want to Install iOS 26.5 the Second It Launches Geeky Gadgets
 
A Brain Implant for Depression Is About to Be Tested in Humans - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:02:29 GMT
While many brain-computer interface companies are focused on helping paralyzed people communicate, Motif Neurotech is targeting mental health disorders.
 
GitHub says all Copilot plans will move to usage-based billing on June 1, replacing premium requests with monthly GitHub AI Credits (Mario Rodriguez/The GitHub Blog) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:01:51 GMT

Mario Rodriguez / The GitHub Blog:
GitHub says all Copilot plans will move to usage-based billing on June 1, replacing premium requests with monthly GitHub AI Credits — Starting June 1, your Copilot usage will consume GitHub AI Credits. — TL;DR: Today, we are announcing that all GitHub Copilot plans will transition to usage-based billing on June 1, 2026.

 
Valve's Steam Controller costs $99 and arrives May 4 - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:58 GMT
Valve's Steam Controller will hit the market on Monday, May 4, for a going price of $99 in the United States. The Steam Controller does precisely what it says: It communicates with anything running Steam or the Steam Link app, so this includes PCs, Macs, mobile devices and the Steam Deck.
 
Valve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:54 GMT
Don’t mistake the Steam Controller for a PC controller. Even though its main function is to play PC games, Valve’s new gamepad communicates with Steam, and only Steam. This is not a general controller for your PC, Android or iOS devices, and it’s certainly not compatible with any console on the market today, unless you count the handheld Steam Deck. In order to play a game with the Steam Controller, you have to boot it up through Steam. (More on this later).
 
Valve's New Steam Controller, Coming May 4, May Be My Favorite Controller, Period - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
It's a fantastic Steam Deck extension for your TV, and a lot more.
 
Valve launches the Steam Controller without the Steam Machine - The Verge - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Valve launches the Steam Controller without the Steam Machine The Verge
  2. Valve's New Steam Controller, Coming May 4, May Be My Favorite Controller, Period CNET
  3. Steam Controller: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  4. Valve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console Engadget
  5. Steam Controller reviews reveal depressing reality about Valve's Steam Machine Polygon.com
 
Clicks Communicator Phone Gets Big Update on When It Launches - Droid Life - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:57:00 GMT
  1. Clicks Communicator Phone Gets Big Update on When It Launches Droid Life
  2. Clicks Communicator shipping timeline is confirmed, but it won't start until the end of the year 9to5Google
  3. Clicks Communicator brings back the BlackBerry style keyboard phone Monocle
  4. Clicks outlines path to Communicator launch in major update Android Authority
  5. Clicks confirms launch plans for compact smartphone with keyboard Notebookcheck
 
The EU unveils new proposals under the DMA aimed at opening up Android to rivals' AI services; Google says the measures are "unwarranted intervention" (Samuel Stolton/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:55:01 GMT

Samuel Stolton / Bloomberg:
The EU unveils new proposals under the DMA aimed at opening up Android to rivals' AI services; Google says the measures are “unwarranted intervention” — Google was targeted by European Union watchdogs who unveiled a slate of proposals aimed at prising open its Android ecosystem to rivals' AI services.

 
Former boss Shuhei Yoshida thinks day-one PlayStation launches on PC would be a mistake - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:54:00 GMT

In a recent interview, Shuhei Yoshida reiterated what he believes Sony should continue doing with some of its most valuable gaming assets. The former head of PlayStation development, who led the division from 2008 to 2019, argued that a platform holder like Sony should not launch first-party exclusives on PC...

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More than 600 Google employees, including many from DeepMind, sign a letter to Sundar Pichai demanding he bar the DOD from using Google's AI for classified work (Gerrit De Vynck/Washington Post) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:35:01 GMT

Gerrit De Vynck / Washington Post:
More than 600 Google employees, including many from DeepMind, sign a letter to Sundar Pichai demanding he bar the DOD from using Google's AI for classified work — “We want to see AI benefit humanity; not to see it being used in inhumane or extremely harmful ways,” Google employees wrote. — Summary

 
A Star Wars expansion is coming to PowerWash Simulator 2 - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:29:46 GMT
There's something deeply relaxing about chucking on a solid pair of headphones, listening to some good music and cleaning muck off structures and vehicles. Not in real life, though. Heavens, no. PowerWash Simulator 2 lets you do that without having to deal with any actual muck — as long as you're regularly cleaning your keyboard or controller, anyway.
 
OpenAI breaks out of exclusivity agreements in its partnership with Microsoft - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:28:29 GMT
OpenAI is opening up its partnership with Microsoft in the latest amendment to the major multi-year collaboration between the tech giants. The latest changes allow OpenAI to offer its latest AI models to other companies and through other cloud providers, stripping Microsoft of its exclusivity rights.
 
FTC: Americans lost over $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025 - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:27:53 GMT
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warned of a massive increase in losses from social media scams since 2020, exceeding $2.1 billion in 2025. [...]
 
Samsung’s first smart glasses have leaked - The Verge - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:25:51 GMT
  1. Samsung’s first smart glasses have leaked The Verge
  2. Exclusive: This is the Samsung Galaxy Glasses Android Headlines
  3. Samsung’s Meta Ray-Ban rival looks sleek in first leak Android Police
  4. Then there were three: Samsung may have a third pair of XR glasses on the way Android Authority
  5. Samsung’s display-less Galaxy Glasses look slim and sleek in first leak 9to5Google
 
Tesla moves Cybercab from concept to factory floor, but lowers expectations for robotaxis - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:17:00 GMT

The compact two-seat EV is designed from the ground up to operate without human controls, with no steering wheel, pedals, mirrors, or conventional driver interface in the cabin. Instead, it relies on Tesla's vision-only Full Self-Driving software and an onboard AI computer to perceive its surroundings and navigate city streets.

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Artemis II Was a Rousing Success, So What's Next for NASA? - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:13:40 GMT
NASA's plan has three major components, which would eventually culminate in a constant human presence on the moon.
 
Kashable, which lets companies offer "socially responsible" credit and financial wellness programs for employees as a voluntary benefit, raised a $60M Series C (Mary Ann Azevedo/Crunchbase News) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:10:01 GMT

Mary Ann Azevedo / Crunchbase News:
Kashable, which lets companies offer “socially responsible” credit and financial wellness programs for employees as a voluntary benefit, raised a $60M Series C — Kashable, a fintech that provides access to “socially responsible” credit and financial wellness programs for employees …

 
Preparing for the Unleashed Pre-Rift - Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:05:04 GMT
Preparing for the Unleashed Pre-Rift Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game
 
Elon Musk’s XChat App Is More Like Facebook’s Messenger Than Signal - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:04:02 GMT
Rather than launching a sleek, worthwhile encrypted messaging app, Musk dropped a junky, insular extension of his social media platform.
 
Mother’s Day Deals on Smart Bird Feeders (2026) - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:00:59 GMT
These are some of the lowest prices we’ve seen on our favorite bird feeders with cameras. Save even more with our WIRED-exclusive coupon codes.
 
Riven Tides update - Reclaim the coast - ARC Raiders - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:59:22 GMT
  1. Riven Tides update - Reclaim the coast ARC Raiders
  2. Arc Raiders Trials Gets Overhauled in Season 4 – Start Date & Rewards Revealed VICE
  3. ARC Raiders Embraces PSSR 2 in Riven Tides Update, Promising PS5 Pro Players Sharper Visuals With Zero Performance Hit Wccftech
  4. Arc Raiders' biggest update yet adds a new map and a massive new enemy Polygon.com
  5. Arc Raiders will receive support for improved PSSR technology on PS5 Pro. GameGPU
 
OpenAI's Rumored Phone Would Replace Apps With AI Agents - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:48:33 GMT
Past rumors have speculated that the company behind ChatGPT could have several different devices in the works.
 
'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Gets a Streaming Premiere Date - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:47:00 GMT
Plus, watch a new teaser for the Game of Thrones prequel.
 
iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra are coming this year, per report - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:44:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra are coming this year, per report 9to5Mac
  2. Apple’s ‘Ultra’ roadmap confirmed: iPhone, MacBook, and more on the way Macworld
  3. Apple Planning to Launch Two New 'Ultra' Products in the Next Year MacRumors
  4. iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra: What to expect from the folding iPhone AppleInsider
  5. The foldable iPhone Ultra might have a problem on launch day PhoneArena
 
Someone recreated Google’s new Gmail, Drive, Workspace icons for you to use early - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:40:00 GMT
  1. Someone recreated Google’s new Gmail, Drive, Workspace icons for you to use early 9to5Google
  2. Google's new gradient icons for Gmail, Calendar, Drive, and other apps are radical redesigns 9to5Google
  3. Google’s new gradient icon design is coming to more apps The Verge
  4. Google's Redesigned App Icons Leak: First Look at New Gmail, Drive, More PCMag
  5. Look at All These New Google Logos, Gmail and Calendar Included Droid Life
 
Major new Apple products get fresh updates: AR glasses and iPad Fold - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:37:00 GMT
  1. Major new Apple products get fresh updates: AR glasses and iPad Fold 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's New CEO May Be Forced to Drop His Dream of a Foldable iPad PCMag
  3. Apple’s new CEO designed a ‘wacky’ folding iPad, but we might never get it Macworld
  4. Giant folding iPad may remain an unreleased experiment AppleInsider
  5. Apple’s new CEO prioritized a product that might never launch PhoneArena
 
The founder of car rental platform PocketOS says a Cursor agent using Claude Opus 4.6 accidentally deleted a production database while in a staging environment (Jer/@lifeof_jer) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:35:02 GMT

Jer / @lifeof_jer:
The founder of car rental platform PocketOS says a Cursor agent using Claude Opus 4.6 accidentally deleted a production database while in a staging environment — An AI Agent Just Destroyed Our Production Data. It Confessed in Writing.

 
Register Renaming - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:30:10 GMT
[Shreeyash] asks an interesting question: how many registers does your CPU have? The answer is probably more than you think. The reason? Modern CPUs — at least many of them …read more
 
PyPI package with 1.1M monthly downloads hacked to push infostealer - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:17:37 GMT
An attacker pushed a malicious version of the popular elementary-data package Python Package Index (PyPI) to steal sensitive developer data and cryptocurrency wallets. [...]
 
Startup unveils benchtop metal 3D printer that brings industrial tech below $10,000 - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:10:00 GMT

The process – long dominated by industrial platforms – builds parts by spreading thin layers of metal powder and selectively melting them with a laser, repeating the cycle until a finished geometry emerges. The result can be dense, functional components with internal channels and lattice structures that are difficult or...

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National Science Board eviscerated; Trump admin fires all 22 members - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:04:00 GMT
Members had planned to release report that US is ceding scientific ground to China.
 
Hands On: Viture Beast XR Glasses - A 174-Inch TV On Your Face That Works Brilliantly With Switch 2, But At A Cost - Nintendo Life - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Hands On: Viture Beast XR Glasses - A 174-Inch TV On Your Face That Works Brilliantly With Switch 2, But At A Cost Nintendo Life
  2. VITURE’s Widest Field-of-view XR Glasses are Now Available at Amazon & Best Buy Road to VR
  3. Viture's New Beast XR/AR Glasses Look Like Normal Sunglasses While Giving You an Enormous Virtual Display IGN
  4. Forget the Apple Vision Pro: This 88-gram wearable might be the ultimate display for your phone PhoneArena
  5. Xreal’s best AR glasses are $599 for good now The Verge
 
The Hollow Knight Inspiration Is Blatant in Promising PS5 Metroidvania Karma Exorcist - Push Square - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. The Hollow Knight Inspiration Is Blatant in Promising PS5 Metroidvania Karma Exorcist Push Square
  2. Karma Exorcist Is a Chinese Mythology Metroidvania That Caught Me Off Guard IGN
  3. Eastern mythology-themed Metroidvania game Karma Exorcist announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC Gematsu
  4. Karma Exorcist: "Chinese Mythology of the Afterlife is the Perfect Stage for a Metroidvania" Inven Global
  5. Karma Exorcist — Check Out Announcement Trailer GameSpace.com
 
Steam Game Developed by Suspected Gunman at Trump White House Press Dinner Is Being Review-Bombed - IGN - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:53:53 GMT
  1. Steam Game Developed by Suspected Gunman at Trump White House Press Dinner Is Being Review-Bombed IGN
  2. Accused attacker at White House Correspondents' Dinner was a tutor and computer engineer 10tv.com
  3. Steam pulls game made by White House Correspondent's Dinner shooting suspect Polygon.com
  4. Suspected Trump shooter's game pulled from sale on Steam after flood of meme reviews PC Gamer
  5. Radar Reveals Online Game Developed by WHCD Shooter Cole Tomas Allen radaronline.com
 
Mass Effect: Andromeda actor says the game "was done dirty" by EA and "a very toxic atmosphere" online - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:48:53 GMT
  1. Mass Effect: Andromeda actor says the game "was done dirty" by EA and "a very toxic atmosphere" online Eurogamer.net
  2. Mass Effect Andromeda 'Done Dirty' by Publisher EA, Actor Says IGN
  3. Mass Effect: Andromeda star says the game "quickly became punching bag of the week for online chuds" Gamereactor UK
  4. Mass Effect: Andromeda Actor Comments on Game’s Poor Reception GameRant
  5. Mass Effect Andromeda actor says the game got a 'bum rap' from 'chuds' and was 'done dirty by a publisher expecting too much from it' PC Gamer
 
Enter The Gungeon Creators Say Roguelikes Have Become 'Cash-Grabby' - Kotaku - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:48:26 GMT
Enter The Gungeon Creators Say Roguelikes Have Become 'Cash-Grabby' Kotaku
 
Home security giant ADT data breach affects 5.5 million people - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:43:11 GMT
The ShinyHunters extortion group stole the personal information of 5.5 million individuals after breaching the systems of home security giant ADT earlier this month, according to data breach notification service Have I Been Pwned. [...]
 
Spotify is now a fitness app too - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:40:37 GMT
In its quest to become an all-in-one app, Spotify is now breaking into the fitness app world by offering "guided workout experiences" and on-demand Peloton classes. Premium subscribers will get access to Peloton's library of more than 1,400 classes in the app, while both Free and Premium can browse curated playlists (they're listed under the genre "fitness.")
 
Canva says it "moved quickly to investigate and fix" an issue with its Magic Layers feature that replaced the word "Palestine" in designs, after a viral X post (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:40:07 GMT

Jess Weatherbed / The Verge:
Canva says it “moved quickly to investigate and fix” an issue with its Magic Layers feature that replaced the word “Palestine” in designs, after a viral X post — The Magic Layers feature is off to a good start. … One of Canva's new AI features …

 
The Expanse RPG Is A Letdown As A Big Fan Of The Sci-Fi Show - Kotaku - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:30:23 GMT
  1. The Expanse RPG Is A Letdown As A Big Fan Of The Sci-Fi Show Kotaku
  2. We went hands-on with 'The Expanse: Osiris Reborn', and it's a hard sci-fi 'Mass Effect' successor with show-stealing zero-G sections Space
  3. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn plays like a Mass Effect-like sci-fi adventure in fine form, but its developer's use of AI raises some difficult questions Eurogamer.net
  4. The new Expanse game beats Mass Effect in one major way for sci-fi games Polygon.com
  5. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn's Greatest Strength Already Outdoes Its Biggest Weakness GameRant
 
The Last of Us Part 2's most shocking death was "controversial internally, too", former Naughty Dog developer admits - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:29:21 GMT
  1. The Last of Us Part 2's most shocking death was "controversial internally, too", former Naughty Dog developer admits Eurogamer.net
  2. The Last of Us Online Director Comments IGN
  3. The Last Of Us 2's Big Death Was Controversial At Naughty Dog, Too GameSpot
  4. Naughty Dog Was Reportedly Divided On Joel's Controversial Fate During Development Of The Last Of Us Part 2 TwistedVoxel
  5. The Last Of Us Online Dubbed "The Best Multiplayer Game" The Devs Ever Played psxextreme.com
 
China blocks Meta's $2 billion Manus deal over national security concerns - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:29:00 GMT

The ruling is a major setback for Mark Zuckerberg's increasingly expensive AI ambitions. Manus burst onto the scene early last year after releasing what it described as the world's first general AI agent – software capable of carrying out complex tasks such as research, coding, website creation, and analysis with...

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Oprah brings her podcast to Amazon's streaming services - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:28:46 GMT
Amazon has brought another high-profile podcasting name into its fold after agreeing to a multiyear licensing deal with Oprah Winfrey. Her podcast will expand to two episodes a week starting in July and it will be available across the likes of Prime Video, Amazon Music, Fire TV channels and Audible. New episodes will still hit YouTube and other podcast platforms, according to Variety.
 
Webinar: Spotting cyberattacks before they begin - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:25:35 GMT
On Thursday, April 30 at 2:00 PM ET, BleepingComputer will host a live webinar with threat intelligence company Flare and threat intelligence researcher Tammy Harper, exploring how security teams can identify early warning signs of attacks before they escalate into incidents. [...]
 
Ineffable Intelligence, founded by ex-Google DeepMind Principal Scientist David Silver, raised a $1.1B seed at a $5.1B valuation to build AI "superlearners" (Will Knight/Wired) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:25:01 GMT

Will Knight / Wired:
Ineffable Intelligence, founded by ex-Google DeepMind Principal Scientist David Silver, raised a $1.1B seed at a $5.1B valuation to build AI “superlearners” — David Silver has a new billion-dollar company that aims to build AI “superlearners.” — David Silver gave the world its very first glimpse of superintelligence.

 
Next El Niño could be tipping point for a hotter climate - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:12:41 GMT
Pacific heat pulse is temporary, but scientists warn that its climate impacts are not.
 
‘Crimson Desert’ Has Better Player Retention Than ‘Elden Ring’ So Far - Forbes - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:06:35 GMT
  1. ‘Crimson Desert’ Has Better Player Retention Than ‘Elden Ring’ So Far Forbes
  2. Just over 20% of players are halfway through Crimson Desert's story, and I feel like that says a lot about how people are playing the game PC Gamer
  3. Waiting to play games is better than playing at launch, and Crimson Desert proves it GamesRadar+
  4. Crimson Desert Review gamingnexus.com
  5. Crimson Desert is still reaching impressive player numbers on Steam over a month after launch, despite being a single-player game Yahoo Tech
 
Gateway manufacturer finally acknowledges issue, fails to mention "corrosion" - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:02:43 GMT
"At this time, further comments would be premature."
 
Trying Pair Programming With an LLM Chatbot - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:58 GMT
When it comes to software developers, there are a few distinct types. For example, the extroverted, chatty type, who is always going out there to share the latest and newest …read more
 
Unprecedented PS5 Price Hikes Spread To Even More Countries - Kotaku - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:58 GMT
  1. Unprecedented PS5 Price Hikes Spread To Even More Countries Kotaku
  2. More PS5 Price Hikes Furthers The Question Of Why Anyone Would Buy One Forbes
  3. Sony’s PlayStation 5 is $200 off for the first time since December The Verge
  4. Sony cuts $200 off PS5 Fortnite bundle, making this the cheapest way to snag a console Yahoo Tech
  5. PS5 Price Increased in South Korea and Southeast Asia VGChartz
 
New on Apple TV in May 2026: 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,' a 'For All Mankind' Spinoff and More - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:41 GMT
Apple TV's got some big projects landing this month.
 
The Man Behind AlphaGo Thinks AI Is Taking the Wrong Path - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT
David Silver has a new billion-dollar company that aims to build AI “superlearners.”
 
Microsoft and OpenAI remove a clause that would have given Microsoft IP rights until OpenAI achieved "AGI"; Microsoft retains use of OpenAI's models until 2032 (Aaron Holmes/The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:55:01 GMT

Aaron Holmes / The Information:
Microsoft and OpenAI remove a clause that would have given Microsoft IP rights until OpenAI achieved “AGI”; Microsoft retains use of OpenAI's models until 2032 — Microsoft and OpenAI amended the terms of their arrangement, allowing OpenAI to sell its models on competing cloud providers, the companies said on Monday.

 
The sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of course - Engadget - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:52:03 GMT
  1. The sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of course Engadget
  2. "Super ZSNES" is a stab at a modern SNES emulator from the original developers Ars Technica
  3. One of the most iconic emulators ever is back from the dead with impressive new features XDA
  4. Super ZSNES Wants to Give Classic SNES Games the HD Remaster Treatment Retro Handhelds
  5. An All-Time Classic SNES Emulator Returns With Plans To Change Everything Kotaku
 
The sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of course - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:52:03 GMT
Somehow, ZSNES has returned after laying dormant for 20 years. The developers of the iconic Super Nintendo emulator, which originally debuted in 1997 for DOS (something I distinctly remember trying to install on my ancient Intel 486 Packard Bell), are back with a sequel release dubbed Super ZSNES. And really, what else would they call it?
 
Medtronic confirms breach after hackers claim 9 million records theft - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:50:42 GMT
Medical device giant Medtronic disclosed last week that hackers breached its network and accessed data in "certain corporate IT systems." [...]
 
The 2026 Polestar 4 has no rear window, and that is the point - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:41:00 GMT

Instead of a traditional rear window, the Polestar 4's glass roof extends back to meet the rear deck, leaving no glass behind the rear seats. The trunk is built into the body lines, so the surface stays smooth and uninterrupted. Inside, the glass roof ends just past the rear headrests,...

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Stolen Apple Mac mini resurfaces on Facebook Marketplace as thief posts serial number and license plate - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:18:00 GMT

The aptly named Redditor macmini posted that they ordered the base model Mac mini from Apple in March.

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Splatoon X account reveals different hairstyles in Splatoon Raiders - My Nintendo News - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:15:27 GMT
  1. Splatoon X account reveals different hairstyles in Splatoon Raiders My Nintendo News
  2. This new Splatoon Raiders trailer shows off rad details for the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive game nintendo.com
  3. Nintendo Makes a Big Splash With July Switch 2 Game Release Date Men's Journal
  4. Nintendo’s New First-Party Shooter Is Exactly What the Switch 2 Needs comicbook.com
  5. Preorders Are Live For Splatoon: Raiders And Its Trio Of New Amiibo Figures GameSpot
 
Here Are The ‘Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred’ Launch Times In Your Region - Forbes - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:13:07 GMT
  1. Here Are The ‘Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred’ Launch Times In Your Region Forbes
  2. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Review IGN
  3. Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred Review-In-Progress - Mother Knows Best GameSpot
  4. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Global Release Times and Details Confirmed IGN
  5. "Vessel of Hatred" Launch D-1: "It's More Accurate to See These as 8 New Classes" Inven Global
 
Xbox at Summer Game Fest Play Days 2026: Meet the Developers of This Year’s Featured Games - Xbox Wire - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:04:23 GMT
  1. Xbox at Summer Game Fest Play Days 2026: Meet the Developers of This Year’s Featured Games Xbox Wire
  2. Valor Mortis, Gungrave G.O.R.E: Blood Heat Will Have Demos at Summer Game Fest: Play Days 2026 GamingBolt
  3. Xbox Confirms Nine Featured Titles for Summer Game Fest VICE
  4. Xbox Reveals Summer Game Fest 2026 Play Days Lineup TwistedVoxel
  5. Xbox Reveals the Games Playable Through Summer Game Fest: Play Days 2026 Demos eTeknix
 
Best Smart Glasses (2026): Meta, Viture, Xreal, and More - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:03:00 GMT
This burgeoning wearable tech category lets you talk to an AI assistant, listen to music, or check out a display screen right from the comfort of your very own face.
 
Money launderer linked to $230M crypto heist gets 70 months in prison - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:01:38 GMT
​22-year-old Evan Tangeman of Newport Beach, California, was sentenced to 70 months in prison for laundering funds stolen in a massive $230 million cryptocurrency heist. [...]
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Deepfake Voice Attacks are Outpacing Defenses: What Security Leaders Should Know - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:09 GMT
Three seconds of audio is all it takes to clone a voice for fraud. Adaptive Security shows how deepfake calls trick employees into sending real money—and why most defenses don't catch them. [...]
 
Astrobotic fires next-generation 'rotating detonation rocket engine' in record-breaking test (video) - Space - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Astrobotic fires next-generation 'rotating detonation rocket engine' in record-breaking test (video) Space
  2. Astrobotic tests advanced rocket engine SpaceNews
  3. Astrobotic’s Detonation Engine Fires 4,000 Pounds of Thrust in Wild Test Gizmodo
  4. Astrobotic Hotfires Engine That Could Power Moon Missions Payload Space
  5. Astrobotic’s detonation engine produces 4,000 lbs of thrust in record-breaking test Interesting Engineering
 
May’s Miniature of the Month will make your ancestors proud - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:56:26 GMT
May’s Miniature of the Month will make your ancestors proud Warhammer Community
 
Apple set to overtake Dell as MacBook shipments rise against market decline - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Market research firm Sigmaintell projects Apple will ship about 28 million MacBooks in 2026, up from roughly 23 million units in 2025. That would push the company past Dell into third place by unit volume, behind Lenovo and HP, with estimated unit volumes of 43 million and 39 million, respectively.

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PS5, PS4 Game Expiry DRM Concerns Escalate as Sony Remains Silent on Issue - Push Square - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:15:00 GMT
  1. PS5, PS4 Game Expiry DRM Concerns Escalate as Sony Remains Silent on Issue Push Square
  2. PlayStation gets new DRM update and your PS5 games can vanish after 30 days, per reports Sportskeeda Tech
  3. PlayStation Users Given 'Expired Games' Scare Following Update GAMINGbible
  4. New PlayStation 30 Day Online Login Requirement for PS4/PS5 Games Confirmed gameranx.com
  5. PlayStation Users Report New Online License Checks For Digital Games GameSpot
 
Qualcomm surges on report of OpenAI tie-up for AI smartphone processors - Reuters - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:10:42 GMT
  1. Qualcomm surges on report of OpenAI tie-up for AI smartphone processors Reuters
  2. Qualcomm stock pares back 12% jump as analyst points to next big catalyst for chipmaker Yahoo Finance
  3. Qualcomm up 7% on report it’s partnering with OpenAI on smartphone AI chip CNBC
  4. Qualcomm’s stock gains as an AI opportunity emerges MarketWatch
  5. Apple Is a Loser From a New OpenAI Phone. This Stock Is a Potential Winner. Barron's
 
Pokémon Champions producer Masaaki Hoshino says the game has to deal with more "limitations" when it comes to graphics - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:07:35 GMT
  1. Pokémon Champions producer Masaaki Hoshino says the game has to deal with more "limitations" when it comes to graphics Eurogamer.net
  2. Pokémon Champions Producer Acknowledges Visual 'Limitations' Amid Ongoing Fan Scrutiny of Series' Graphics IGN
  3. Pokémon Champions Dev Responds To Technical Criticism: ‘We’ve Truly Tried To Do Our Best’ Kotaku
  4. Pokemon Champions producer comments on the game’s graphics Nintendo Everything
  5. Pokémon Champions producer says the devs "truly tried to do their best" with the game's graphics GoNintendo
 
iPhone Fold: Every Leak and Rumor on Apple's 2026 Foldable - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:07:24 GMT
Apple's first foldable may launch in 2026. Rumors point to a $2,000-plus price, a September release and a possible new name: the iPhone Ultra.
 
Microsoft says Outlook.com outage is causing sign‑in failures - Bleeping Computer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:03:46 GMT
Microsoft is investigating an ongoing Outlook.com outage that is causing intermittent signing issues and preventing customers from accessing their mailboxes. [...]
 
Repair shop discovers near-perfect fake RTX 4090 with laser-etched VRAM and GPU core - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:02:00 GMT

The card, an Asus ROG Strix RTX 4090, arrived at the repair shop with a no-detect issue. At first glance, nothing appeared especially suspicious. The board had not been obviously baked, the memory chips were present, the GPU core was there, and the usual signs of a harvested card were missing.

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Google I/O 2026: What to Expect - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:36 GMT
Google's developer conference will have AI at every corner. Here's what we think will be announced.
 
The iPhone Fold Could Cut Short the Motorola Razr Fold's Big Moment - CNET - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. The iPhone Fold Could Cut Short the Motorola Razr Fold's Big Moment CNET
  2. I think I've found my ideal 2026 foldable... and it's a 2025 Motorola PhoneArena
  3. Motorola's new Razr gets an official launch date - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. The wait for the Motorola Razr 2026 is almost over — Motorola just teased April 29 launch Tom's Guide
  5. New Motorola Razr 70 renders leave nothing to the imagination Android Headlines
 
Google I/O 2026: What to Expect - CNET - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Google I/O 2026: What to Expect CNET
  2. Google hosting The Android Show before I/O 2026: ‘one of the biggest years for Android yet’ 9to5Google
  3. 'Biggest year' for Android yet — Android Show I/O Edition returns in May and here's what I expect Tom's Guide
  4. Google I/O 2026 is about to happen and the AI announcements could change how startups build Startup Fortune
  5. Google is turning AI into the main way you use your phone Yahoo Tech
 
The iPhone Fold Could Cut Short the Motorola Razr Fold's Big Moment - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
In a clash of book-style foldable debuts, Motorola may have only a few months before Apple's reveal steals the spotlight.
 
SEGA Golden Week Sale Now Live With Discounts on Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and More - GamerBraves - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:40:03 GMT
  1. SEGA Golden Week Sale Now Live With Discounts on Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and More GamerBraves
  2. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is about to release Captain Majima Nintendo Everything
  3. Move aside Mario Kart, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is better, and it's cheaper than ever at Fanatical PCGamesN
  4. Goro Majima Is Coming to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds This Week OpenCritic
  5. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Adds Majima Free DLC TwistedVoxel
 
Ford's Mustang Cobra Jet sets a new EV quarter mile record at 6.87 seconds - Engadget Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:22:59 GMT
Ford Racing's Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 just ran a quarter mile in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph at an NHRA event in Charlotte, setting a new world record for an EV. The run smashed Ford's own previous EV record of 7.62 seconds, set by the Cobra Jet 1800 last September, by an impressive 0.75 seconds.
 
ASML plans to build at least 60 EUV machines this year as AI chip demand surges - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

ASML expects to produce at least 60 EUV systems this year, up sharply from 2025, with capacity rising to at least 80 systems annually in the next phase. At the same time, the firm is working to improve throughput, including upgrades that allow some machines to process more wafers per hour.

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Best iPhone Charger: Cable, Wireless, MagSafe, and More - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:08:00 GMT
Whether you’re a Screen Time champion or you’re constantly on Low Power Mode, we found an iPhone charger perfect for you.
 
I was dubious, but Pixel Glow sounds better the more I think about it - Android Police - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:10 GMT
  1. I was dubious, but Pixel Glow sounds better the more I think about it Android Police
  2. Pixel 11 Pro might get less powerful so it doesn't get pricier PhoneArena
  3. Google Pixel 11 Pro Early Leaks Hint at Launch and Specs My Mobile India
  4. 6 New Features That Could Put Google's Pixel 11 Line Ahead Of Samsung SlashGear
  5. Google’s Secret Pixel 11 Pro XL Details Just Leaked—And It Changes Everything Geeky Gadgets
 
How Pizza Tycoon Simulates Traffic on a 25 MHz CPU - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:04 GMT
Although the game Pizza Tycoon – known as Pizza Connection in Europe – probably doesn’t ring a bell for many folk, this 1994 DOS title is special enough for [cowomaly] to …read more
 
The Tech Bros Are All In on Zyn - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Nicotine pouches are revered among tech workers, who tout them as the perfect brain-boosting, productivity-jacking stimulants.
 
Noctua says "feel free" to 3D print your own Noctua fans after releasing public CAD models online - PC Guide - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:51:12 GMT
  1. Noctua says "feel free" to 3D print your own Noctua fans after releasing public CAD models online PC Guide
  2. You can now 3D print your own Noctua fans and accessories — CAD files available as free downloads for Noctua's top-rated products Tom's Hardware
  3. Noctua Drops Public CAD Files For Its Fans, But Quietly Tweaked The Blade Geometry To Block 3D-Printed Clones Wccftech
  4. Noctua CAD Models Now Publicly Available To Help You Achieve Perfect Custom Enclosure Fit Technetbook
  5. Noctua releases 3D fan models for CAD users and renderers OC3D
 
Meet the players who lost big money on Peter Molyneux’s failed Legacy - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:45:31 GMT
Meet the players who lost big money on Peter Molyneux’s failed Legacy Ars Technica
 
Meet the players who lost big money on Peter Molyneux’s failed Legacy - ArsTechnica Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:45:31 GMT
After millions in NFT sales, the hyped “play to earn” game was effectively dead in weeks.
 
GPU Prices Have Stopped Climbing, But the Market Is Still Broken - TechSpot Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:22:00 GMT
GPU prices have stopped getting worse, but they have not gotten much better either. Demand has fallen, prices remain elevated, and most graphics cards still sell well above MSRP worldwide.
 
What Is Ethernet? Everything You Need to Know About Wired Networks - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:18:00 GMT
Ethernet delivers stable, speedy, secure wired connections to the internet and between devices.
 
This touchscreen mouse is my over-engineering nightmare - The Verge - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:10:30 GMT
  1. This touchscreen mouse is my over-engineering nightmare The Verge
  2. Turtle Beach Command Series Keyboards and Mice Pack Built-In Touchscreens HotHardware
  3. Turtle Beach's new mouse has a 2.25-inch touchscreen and hotswap batteries that last 15 hours apiece — 'MC7' costs $160, part of company's new Command Series peripheral lineup Tom's Hardware
  4. Turtle Beach's new 8K gaming mouse has a honking great touchscreen, and I have many questions PC Gamer
  5. This Turtle Beach Mouse Has A Giant Display Attached To It Pokde.Net
 
Here’s How Much San Francisco Tech Companies Pay for Police Protection - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A recent attack on Sam Altman’s home and OpenAI offices has put corporate security under renewed scrutiny. Records reveal how much some tech firms spend to arm up.
 
Benoit Richer, Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe game director, leaves Ubisoft - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:42:23 GMT
  1. Benoit Richer, Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe game director, leaves Ubisoft GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Assassin’s Creed Hexe Loses 50 Developers as Game Targets 2027 Release Insider Gaming
  3. Assassin's Creed Hexe Loses Another Top Developer, Who Quit To Start Their Own Studio GameSpot
  4. Magical Abilities Removed From Upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe, Leak Suggests IGN
  5. Assassin’s Creed Hexe has lost another director Video Games Chronicle
 
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D drops to $574, now $325 cheaper than 9950X3D2 - VideoCardz.com - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:37:00 GMT
  1. AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D drops to $574, now $325 cheaper than 9950X3D2 VideoCardz.com
  2. AMD Launches Ryzen™ 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition Processor, the First Dual Processor with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology for Developers, Creators and Gamers AMD
  3. Save a colossal $1,184 on a 9950X3D2, 64GB DDR5, and a 4TB Samsung SSD for a powerhouse gaming PC build — epic Newegg deal comes with AMD's first dual X3D chip and a flagship Asus ROG board for $2,899 Tom's Hardware
  4. AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is now more than $300 cheaper than the newly launched 9950X3D2, for a limited time PC Guide
  5. AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Review: Twice the 3D V-Cache TechSpot
 
Pokémon 30th Anniversary Collabs—What You Can Still Buy and What’s Coming - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT
From Uniqlo to Puma, here are some of the top Pokémerch money can buy … for now.
 
Sega and Creative Assembly share surprise Alien: Isolation sequel teaser for Alien Day 2026 - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:14:38 GMT
  1. Sega and Creative Assembly share surprise Alien: Isolation sequel teaser for Alien Day 2026 Eurogamer.net
  2. The 1st 'Alien: Isolation 2' teaser is here, and the setting looks eerily familiar Space
  3. We're Finally Getting A Sequel To Alien: Isolation, 12 Years Later Game Informer
  4. Waiting For Alien: Isolation 2? Here Are Some Great Horror Alternatives On Xbox Pure Xbox
  5. Alien: Isolation 2 Seemingly Teased in New Video Posted by Sega and Creative Assembly IGN
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 27, #581 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:01:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 27 No. 581.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 27, #1051 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:59 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 27, No. 1, 051.
 
Can't Live Without Your Headphones and Earbuds? Vote for Your Favorite - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:57 GMT
Help us crown the 2026 winners by taking our People's Picks survey.
 
I Take 30 Trips a Year. This Japanese Water Bottle Comes on Every One - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
This professional traveler knows the importance of staying hydrated without wasting money on bottled water. Here's the travel mug I use and why I wouldn't trade it for any other.
 
Self-organizing “pencil beam” laser could help scientists design brain-targeted therapies - MIT Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers leveraged a surprise discovery to devise a faster and more precise biomedical imaging technique.
 
The Iran War Is Impacting the Environment in Unseen Ways - Wired Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT
From toxic smoke and oil spills to rising emissions, poisoned soil, and damaged ecosystems, war can reshape the environment long after the fighting stops.
 
A Trackball 3D Controller - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT
We use CAD packages in our 3D work, and it’s likely that many of us have become annoyed by the limitations of controlling the view of a 3D object using …read more
 
Dummy units of Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, and Wide Fold show Samsung is taking the foldable iPhone threat seriously - PhoneArena - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:11:24 GMT
  1. Dummy units of Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, and Wide Fold show Samsung is taking the foldable iPhone threat seriously PhoneArena
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 leak reveals ‘wide’ form factor Mashable
  3. Is this Samsung’s upcoming wide foldable? The Verge
  4. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Could Get More Screen and Less Camera, Insider Says CNET
  5. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Fold 8 Wide: Which New Design is Actually Better? Geeky Gadgets
 
Windows 11 Updates Can Now Be Skipped and Even Paused Indefinitely - TechPowerUp - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:40:22 GMT
  1. Windows 11 Updates Can Now Be Skipped and Even Paused Indefinitely TechPowerUp
  2. Forced Windows updates can now be paused forever Engadget
  3. ‘Shutdown, Restart’—Microsoft Changes Windows To Ease PC Users’ Frustrations Forbes
  4. Microsoft updates the Windows Update Experience: You can hit pause now theregister.com
  5. Microsoft finally lets Windows 11 shut down without installing updates PCWorld
 
Receive Shiny Volcanion When You Complete Your Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pokédexes - Pokemon.com - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:04:30 GMT
  1. Receive Shiny Volcanion When You Complete Your Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pokédexes Pokemon.com
  2. Pokémon Drops New Free Download For Legends Z-A Players, How To Claim GAMINGbible
  3. Pokémon HOME Drops Free Shiny Mythical Pokémon Event You Don't Want To Miss ScreenRant
  4. Pokemon Home now offering Shiny Volcanion distribution Nintendo Everything
  5. Pokémon Releases Shiny Volcanion For the First Time In 10 Years VICE
 
‘Starting April 30’—Samsung’s Free Android Upgrade Goes Live - Forbes - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:45:40 GMT
  1. ‘Starting April 30’—Samsung’s Free Android Upgrade Goes Live Forbes
  2. Samsung To Release New Free Upgrade To More Galaxy Phones Forbes
  3. Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy A35 Get the One UI 8.5 Beta 2 Update Android Headlines
  4. Galaxy Z Fold 5 Gets One UI 8.5 Beta 2 SammyGuru
  5. Leaked One UI 8.5 changelog for Galaxy S23 Ultra shows upgrades and missing AI features Sammy Fans
 
Mist, Mirrors, Laser : Multi-view 3D Projection - Hack a Day Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:20 GMT
“Lights, camera, action!” might have been the call when recording back in the day, but for an awesome three-dimensional viewing experience, you might try yelling “Mist, Mirrors, Laser!” and following …read more
 
Assassin's Creed 1 Remake To Follow Black Flag Resynced - TechPowerUp - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:50:29 GMT
  1. Assassin's Creed 1 Remake To Follow Black Flag Resynced TechPowerUp
  2. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Out July 9: Everything You Need to Know Ubisoft
  3. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Showcase Confirms Lack of DLC And Multiplayer Insider Gaming
  4. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: first details, launches on PS5 July 9 PlayStation.Blog
  5. PS5 Getting Remake of Fan Favorite PS3 Action Adventure Game – Report PlayStation LifeStyle
 
A faster way to estimate AI power consumption - MIT Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “EnergAIzer” method generates reliable results in seconds, enabling data center operators to efficiently allocate resources and reduce wasted energy.
 
Samsung Wallet just added a new travel feature Google Wallet users wish they had - Android Authority - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:57:51 GMT
  1. Samsung Wallet just added a new travel feature Google Wallet users wish they had Android Authority
  2. Samsung Wallet’s New ‘Trips’ Feature Enables Seamless Journeys for Global Travelers samsung.com
  3. Samsung Wallet adds a travel feature you can’t ignore on your next trip Android Police
  4. Samsung's New Wallet Feature Finds Your Travel Plans and Builds an Itinerary CNET
  5. Integrated Travel Wallets Trend Hunter
 
Why Consumer Reports Says The Best Monitor Size For Your Home Office Isn't 27-Inches - bgr.com - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:47:00 GMT
Why Consumer Reports Says The Best Monitor Size For Your Home Office Isn't 27-Inches bgr.com
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, April 27 - CNET Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:19:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 27.
 
Exclusive / What’s next for Letterboxd? - Semafor - Google Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:11:00 GMT
  1. Exclusive / What’s next for Letterboxd? Semafor
  2. Letterboxd, the social platform for film buffs, reportedly looking for new owner TechCrunch
 
Final Fantasy XIV's Naoki Yoshida answers questions about Switch 2, Evolved Mode, Evercold's themes and more - Nova Crystallis - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:13:15 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy XIV's Naoki Yoshida answers questions about Switch 2, Evolved Mode, Evercold's themes and more Nova Crystallis
  2. Final Fantasy XIV Is Coming To Nintendo Switch 2, But There's A Terrible And Expensive Catch Game Informer
  3. FF14 on Switch 2 has some framerate issues, but "you don't have to be concerned," says Yoshi-P Radio Times
  4. SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES EVERCOLD— LATEST FINAL FANTASY XIV EXPANSION SET FOR JANUARY 2027 Square Enix press site
  5. Final Fantasy XIV's Biggest Expansions Almost Had Very Different Names--Here's What They Were GameSpot
 
22 uneven hours with Saros - Game File | Stephen Totilo - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:59:04 GMT
  1. 22 uneven hours with Saros Game File | Stephen Totilo
  2. Saros review – you’ll strafe until your thumbs hurt in this primal alien shooter The Guardian
  3. Saros: gameplay modifiers, accessibility options, and more detailed PlayStation.Blog
  4. Saros is pure action nirvana The Verge
  5. ‘Saros’ Shows Off the PS5’s DualSense Tricks WIRED
 
Inside Xbox's "exclusive" conundrum: Will Microsoft pull games like Halo, Gears, and Forza from PlayStation? - Windows Central - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:39:44 GMT
  1. Inside Xbox's "exclusive" conundrum: Will Microsoft pull games like Halo, Gears, and Forza from PlayStation? Windows Central
  2. We Are Xbox Xbox Wire
  3. 'The big things that we're thinking about' Game File | Stephen Totilo
  4. Microsoft brings Xbox back, scraps Microsoft Gaming The Verge
  5. 'Players Are Frustrated.' Microsoft Execs Tease a Return to Xbox-Exclusive Games PCMag
 
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is down to $35 - TechSpot Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:36:00 GMT

Visual Studio has never really been the lightweight option. It's not the tool you open just to tweak a config file or write a quick script. It is the big Windows development environment, the one built for full applications, larger codebases, serious debugging, enterprise workflows, C++, .NET, cloud services, web...

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Forced Windows updates can now be paused forever - Engadget Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:03:39 GMT
No more getting caught by a forced Windows 11 update while you're in the middle of a meeting or a match. Microsoft announced some major changes coming to Windows Update on its blog, including the ability to indefinitely pause Windows updates, 35 days at a time.
 
Strange New Worlds S4 teaser strikes a more serious tone - ArsTechnica Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:52:22 GMT
"I have ever been prone to seek adventure and to investigate where wiser men would have left well enough alone."
 
Smartphone Makers Have A Viable Solution To Survive The DRAM Crisis; Sacrificing High-End Camera Sensors Without Downgrading Image Quality - Wccftech - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:33:00 GMT
  1. Smartphone Makers Have A Viable Solution To Survive The DRAM Crisis; Sacrificing High-End Camera Sensors Without Downgrading Image Quality Wccftech
  2. Smartphone cameras might be entering a new stage of development PhoneArena
  3. Cheaper cameras could help offset RAM costs for smartphone brands Android Headlines
  4. Phone Brands May Start Sacrificing Large Camera Sensors to Survive Memory Crisis ProPakistani
  5. Smartphone cameras with large sensors to fall victim to DRAM crisis Notebookcheck
 
Canadian premier wants to ban social media and AI chatbots for kids in Manitoba - Engadget Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:21:20 GMT
Manitoba could be the first province in Canada to establish a social media ban for kids, but the proposal's details aren't very clear yet. The province's premier, Wab Kinew, announced during a fundraiser event on Saturday and on X that Manitoba would put in place a ban for social media and AI chatbots for its youth.
 
Prime Video drops full trailer for Spider-Noir - ArsTechnica Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:20:55 GMT
It's "a detective story, but the detective happens to also have spider powers”—EP Chris Miller.
 
Trump has terminated several members of the independent National Science Board - Engadget Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:04:05 GMT
As reported by several outlets, the Trump administration dismissed members of the National Science Board (NSB), which is tasked with establishing policies for the National Science Foundation. It's not clear how many members have been dismissed. According to screenshots shared with The Washington Post, board members received a message that their position was "terminated, effective immediately.
 
The new iPhones have a problem turning back on after the battery runs out - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:04:00 GMT
  1. The new iPhones have a problem turning back on after the battery runs out 9to5Mac
  2. How to wake up your iPhone Air from "Black screen of death" bug PhoneArena
  3. How to Fix an iPhone That Will Not Turn On after the Battery Dies HotHardware
  4. Do Not Fully Discharge! These iPhones Have Startup Issues Yahoo News UK
  5. Users say new iPhones struggle to turn back on after the battery dies, despite recharging Mashable
 
5 Cheaper Android Smartwatch Alternatives To The Apple Watch In 2026 - bgr.com - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:47:00 GMT
5 Cheaper Android Smartwatch Alternatives To The Apple Watch In 2026 bgr.comView Full Coverage on Google News
 
‘STAGED’: Conspiracy Theories Are Everywhere Following White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:43:47 GMT
The word “staged” exploded on social media following the attack, as both right- and left-wing influencers and anonymous accounts spread unfounded conspiracy theories.
 
American utility firm Itron discloses breach of internal IT network - Bleeping Computer Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:22:34 GMT
Itron, Inc. has disclosed, via an 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a cybersecurity incident in which an unauthorized third party accessed certain internal systems. [...]
 
5 Ryobi Products That Fix Problems You Didn't Realize You Had - SlashGear - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:45:00 GMT
5 Ryobi Products That Fix Problems You Didn't Realize You Had SlashGear
 
I left Kindle for a better e-reader a year ago, and I recommend it to everyone - Android Police - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:30:10 GMT
  1. I left Kindle for a better e-reader a year ago, and I recommend it to everyone Android Police
  2. Amazon is discontinuing multiple Kindle devices as of next month - National Global News
  3. I've used Kindles for 15 years—here's why I won't buy another one How-To Geek
  4. Amazon can delete your entire Kindle library, and there's only one thing you can do about it MakeUseOf
  5. Shock for Kindle Fans: Important App Discontinued Yahoo News UK
 
Microsoft shares official group policy and its requirements to remove Windows 11 Copilot - Neowin - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:48:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft shares official group policy and its requirements to remove Windows 11 Copilot Neowin
  2. Microsoft drops Copilot branding in Notepad for Windows 11 for everyone, but it’s really just a rename Windows Latest
  3. Microsoft introduces policy allowing IT admins to uninstall Copilot from Enterprise devices Latest news from Azerbaijan
  4. Microsoft renames Copilot in Notepad, AI remains Let's Data Science
  5. Microsoft Replaces Copilot in Windows 11 Notepad With Writing Tools Update Analytics Insight
 
The Best Kindle Accessories (2026): Cases, Page Turners, Stickers - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:34:00 GMT
Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page-turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.
 
New robotic control software avoids jamming their joints - ArsTechnica Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:09:29 GMT
Software lets robots learn from each other even if they have different hardware.
 
The Smart Bird Feeders Everyone’s Talking About (and Actually Buying) (2026) - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:04:00 GMT
These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.
 
The Best Permanent Outdoor Lights (2026): Govee, Eufy, Cync - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Permanent eave lights that attach to the exterior of your home are becoming more popular. But are they worth the effort and cost?
 
Ikea's New Blow-Up Chair Was Tested by Cats - WIRED - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Ikea's New Blow-Up Chair Was Tested by Cats WIRED
  2. IKEA launches inflatable chair "trapped within a metal frame" Dezeen
  3. Ikea’s new inflatable chair doesn’t look like an inflatable chair The Verge
  4. IKEA is Bringing Back Inflatable Furniture hypebeast.com
  5. Inside Ikea’s dream factory: Its prototyping lab (exclusive) LinkedIn
 
Ikea's New Blow-Up Chair Was Tested by Cats - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Part of the new PS 2026 collection, it's taken the Swedish company 26 years to finally nail inflatable furniture.
 
Della Optima TP Series Mini-Split AC Review: Cheap, Smart, and (Mostly) Reliable - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:38:00 GMT
Ductless AC systems get smart tech features—and the growing pains that come with them.
 
What Type of Mattress Is Right for You? (2026) - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:14:00 GMT
Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.
 
iPhone 18 Pro needs to stand out — and these 9 upgrades could be just the ticket - Tom's Guide - Google Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:30:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro needs to stand out — and these 9 upgrades could be just the ticket Tom's Guide
  2. This Is What the iPhone 18 Pro Looks Like MacRumors
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Max: Why Variable Aperture is the Upgrade We’ve Waited For Geeky Gadgets
  4. iPhone 18 Pro Variable Aperture Camera Explained: Real Photo Impact Gadget Hacks
  5. iPhone 18 Pro rumor roundup: 5 of the biggest leaks rated in terms of likelihood — from new colors to Face ID upgrades TechRadar
 
California Engineer Identified in Suspected Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner - Wired Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:26:42 GMT
A 31-year-old engineer and self-described indie game developer is suspected of firing shots at the annual event attended by President Donald Trump, high-profile media figures, and US government officials.
 
BYD's next all-electric hypercar is a convertible that's coming to Europe first - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:30:50 GMT
BYD may be known for its affordable all-electric cars, but that doesn't mean it won't dabble in the occasional hypercar under one of its subsidiary brands. At the Beijing Auto Show, BYD unveiled the Denza Z, a hypercar that can produce more than 1,000 horsepower with an all-electric motor. According to CarNewsChina, the Denza A can hit 0 to 60 mph in less than two seconds, rivaling the likes of the Rimac Nivera.
 
OpenAI's Sam Altman apologizes for not reporting ChatGPT account of Tumbler Ridge suspect to police - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:14:00 GMT
Two months following the deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, OpenAI's Sam Altman has formally apologized for not informing police of the alarming ChatGPT conversations seen with the suspect's account. Before the incident, OpenAI banned the account belonging to the alleged shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, for violating its usage policy due to potential for real-world violence.
 
Apple wanted to blow us away for the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, now it’s not so sure - PhoneArena - Google Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:05:01 GMT
  1. Apple wanted to blow us away for the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, now it’s not so sure PhoneArena
  2. Leaker details next year’s ‘iPhone 20’ display features 9to5Mac
  3. 20th Anniversary iPhone to Feature Custom 'Micro-Curved' OLED Panel MacRumors
  4. Apple’s next innovation might be a ‘Liquid Glass’ iPhone Macworld
  5. Samsung may supply four-side curved OLED display for iPhone 18 SamMobile
 
BMW brings color changing tech closer to production with the iX3 Flow Edition - TechSpot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:48:00 GMT

Unveiled at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, the BMW iX3 Flow Edition integrates E Ink's Prism technology directly into the vehicle's hood, bringing the concept closer to real-world application. Unlike earlier efforts that relied on external layers of segmented panels, this version embeds the electrophoretic system into the structure of...

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Microsoft rolls out revamped Windows Insider Program - Bleeping Computer Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:07:13 GMT
Microsoft says it's rolling out a revamped Windows Insider Program experience as part of the broader plans to address performance and reliability concerns affecting Windows 11. [...]
 
Windows Insiders can now pause updates indefinitely, in 35-day increments - TechSpot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:22:00 GMT

A new Windows update, currently rolling out to Dev Channel and Experimental Channel Insiders, overhauls how users manage system updates. Windows Update now allows indefinite postponements, the option to skip updates during initial setup, and the ability to reboot without immediately installing updates.

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NASA's initial takeaways from the Artemis II mission, and more science stories - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Now that Artemis II is all wrapped up, NASA has begun its post-game performance analyses of all the systems that worked together to get four astronauts safely to the moon and back earlier this month. In addition to taking humans farther than ever before, Artemis II served as a crucial test flight for upcoming crewed missions that are planned for as soon as 2027 and 2028, the latter being NASA's ambitious target for landing astronauts on the lunar surface. So far, the Orion spacecraft and the SLS rocket seem to have fared pretty well.
 
The next Xbox could be waiting on the memory market - TechSpot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:11:00 GMT

Sharma described the decision-making process as an equation, noting that memory costs influence multiple variables. She said Microsoft's focus is on building a console capable of running great games – including PC titles – while accounting for market conditions that remain in flux.

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Threat actor uses Microsoft Teams to deploy new “Snow” malware - Bleeping Computer Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:07:44 GMT
A threat group tracked as UNC6692 uses social engineering to deploy a new, custom malware suite named 'Snow' which includes a browser extension, a tunneler, and a backdoor. [...]
 
What to read this weekend: Monsters in the Archives dives deep into Stephen King's early works - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Need something new for your reading list? Here are two titles we think are worth checking out. This week, we read Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King and the first issue of the Image Comics miniseries, Corpse Knight.
 
Tesla is giving away one year free Supercharging with Model 3 Premium and Performance purchases - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:44:31 GMT
Tesla completely ended its free lifetime Supercharging offer way back in 2018, but it has given customers the perk for certain promotions since then. It brought back free Supercharging for Model S and X a couple of times in 2019, for instance. The automaker’s latest offer is for new purchases for a Model 3 Premium or Performance vehicle in North America. On its website, Tesla has announced that it’s including one year of free supercharging with a Model 3 Premium or Performance, though the offer is “subject to change or end at any time.”
 
Battlefield movie reportedly in the works with Christopher McQuarrie and Michael B. Jordan - TechSpot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:02:00 GMT

According to The Hollywood Reporter, producer Christopher McQuarrie and collaborators pitched a feature film adaptation of EA's Battlefield series to studios and streaming services this week. McQuarrie is expected to write, direct, and produce the project, while Oscar-winning actor Michael B. Jordan (Sinners) is reportedly in talks to produce and...

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Engadget review recap: DJI Osmo Pocket 4, Recteq X-Fire Pro and Alienware 27 QD-OLED - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Engadget’s hottest review roundup truly has it all this week: a new pocket cam, a 2-in-1 smart grill, a pair of drones and a pricey skinny vac. And that’s before we even get to the highly capable gaming display that will only set you back $350. Read on to catch up on the reviews you might’ve missed over the last two weeks as we prepare for another slate of big events next month.
 
Artemis II broke Fred Haise's distance record, but he is happy to pass it on - ArsTechnica Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:40:58 GMT
"It wasn't a big deal. It just coincided with the fact that Moon was farther away from the Earth."
 
Best Apps for Focus (2026): Focus Friend, Forest, Focus Traveller - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Distractions? What distractions? Here are our recommendations for apps that help you stay focused on the task at hand.
 
Samsung phone division could post its first ever loss as AI drives memory costs higher - TechSpot Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:27:00 GMT

The financial pressures stem from a fundamental shift in smartphone bill of materials. DRAM and NAND used to be minor costs but now dominate device expenses.

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Vampire Crawlers, Peter Molyneux's return and other new indie games worth checking out - Engadget Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. If you're looking for something new to play this weekend, we've got a bunch of options for you. We've also got some interesting upcoming games to tell you about as well.
 
Palantir employees are talking about company's "descent into fascism" - ArsTechnica Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:49:52 GMT
Slack messages, interviews with current and former works paint picture of company in turmoil.
 
‘Saros’ Shows Off the PS5’s DualSense Tricks - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The new game from the creators of Returnal goes all-in on the PlayStation’s haptics and 3D audio. Maybe it will catch on with other game developers.
 
Discord Sleuths Gained Unauthorized Access to Anthropic’s Mythos - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Spy firms tap into a global telecom weakness to track targets, 500,000 UK health records go up for sale on Alibaba, Apple patches a revealing notification bug, and more.
 
The Online Civil War About ‘Michael’ Is a Battle Over Truth - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Fans want to reclaim the music and myth of Michael Jackson in the new biopic while critics call for accountability. Who’s right?
 
Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Ace can read the trajectory of a ball, adjust the racket angle, and respond with strokes that keep the exchange alive with real players.
 
Altra Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Shipping - Wired Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50% off sale styles, 20% off select models, 10% off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase.
 
This is who's developing Golden Dome's orbital interceptors—if they're ever built - ArsTechnica Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:52:37 GMT
"If boost-phase intercept from space is not affordable and scalable, we will not produce it."
 
ADT confirms data breach after ShinyHunters leak threat - Bleeping Computer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:53:14 GMT
Home security giant ADT has confirmed a data breach after the ShinyHunters extortion group threatened to leak stolen data unless a ransom is paid. [...]
 
Google will invest as much as $40 billion in Anthropic - ArsTechnica Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:05:45 GMT
This follows a similar, but smaller, investment by Amazon just days ago.
 
XChat, the standalone app for messaging on X, is available on iOS now - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:48:26 GMT
XChat, the standalone app for accessing X's messaging feature, is available to download now for iOS. X first suggested it would be stripping direct messaging from X in 2025, but at least for now, XChat is available in the original X app, the web and this new app.
 
Europe—not US—first to authorize Moderna's combo mRNA flu-COVID vaccine - ArsTechnica Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:11:43 GMT
Amid RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine agenda, Moderna withdrew its FDA application last year.
 
Android wants to replace email verification codes with one-tap credentials - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:07:00 GMT

Google is working on a more streamlined way for app developers to authenticate users. The company has introduced a new verified email credential issued directly through Android's Credential Manager API, with the goal of modernizing the authentication process. Users will no longer need to check their inbox for temporary authentication...

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Maine governor vetoes bill temporarily banning large data centers in the state - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:04:07 GMT
The governor of Maine, Janet Mills, has vetoed a bill that halts the construction of large data centers in the state until the fall of 2027. While the bill passed both houses of the Maine's legislature on April 14, and Mills has suggested she'd support a temporary moratorium, the governor wanted a bill that would exempt an existing data center project in Jay, Maine.
 
OpenAI Codex brings agent AI workflows to coding tasks - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:50:00 GMT
OpenAI Codex is a coding agent powered by ChatGPT that helps developers build, test, and ship software. It can run tasks in parallel, generate and review code changes, and automate repeatable workflows, while working with existing tools and secure sandboxed environments.
 
A Battlefield movie adaptation is on the way, possibly starring Michael B. Jordan - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:19:06 GMT
Have you ever noticed how Walgreens and CVS locations often end up across the street from each other? Well, Call of Duty and Battlefield have a similar thing going on. A mere eight days after the upcoming Call of Duty movie got an official premiere date, lo and behold: There's news from The Hollywood Reporter that a Battlefield movie is on the way.
 
The DOJ is backing xAI in its lawsuit against Colorado - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:05:00 GMT
The Department of Justice has announced that it's intervening on the behalf of xAI in the company's recent lawsuit against the state of Colorado. xAI first filed the suit in early April in response to a recent Colorado law that requires developers of "high-risk" AI systems (for example, ones used in healthcare, employment or housing) to both disclose and mitigate the risk of algorithmic discrimination in their systems. The law is set to go into effect in June, and the DOJ is now asking a Colorado District Court to declare it unconstitutional.
 
Norway set to become the next country to ban under-16s from social media - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:42:00 GMT

Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said the legislation was being introduced to ensure "a childhood where children get to be children."

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What you need to know as Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman begins - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:15:00 GMT
In a few short days, jury selection will begin in the long-awaited Musk v. Altman case. At the end of that process, an Oakland federal court will task nine regular people with deciding if OpenAI defrauded Elon Musk when it announced, and recently completed, its reorganization to become a more traditional for-profit business. More than just being the venue where two billionaires will air their grievances against one another in public, the trial has the potential to reshape the AI industry.
 
Google plans to invest even more money into Anthropic - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:50:00 GMT
Google plans to invest up to $40 billion into Anthropic in what could be viewed as a circular deal with the AI startup (and frequent competitor), Bloomberg reports. The search giant has invested in Anthropic at multiple points in the past, but this new investment comes after an announcement that the AI startup had signed a joint agreement with Google and Broadcom for "multiple gigawatts of next-generation TPU capacity."
 
Singapore police arrest alleged The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender leaker - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:39:54 GMT
People aren't thrilled with Paramount these days. After all, corporate consolidation and the transformation of CBS News into state media tend to do that. But here's someone who may not have chosen the… wisest form of protest. The Straits Times reports (via Gizmodo) that Singapore police have arrested a 26-year-old man for leaking Paramount's The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender.
 
Give Mom Warm Coffee All Year Long With This Ember Smart Mug Deal - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:39:29 GMT
If an Ember mug is at the top of Mom’s wish list, this sale is worth checking out.
 
Ransomware groups are using "post-quantum" hype to intimidate victims - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:33:00 GMT

Kyber, first observed in circulation as early as September, takes its name from the alternate designation of ML-KEM (Module-Lattice-based Key Encapsulation Mechanism). The algorithm, standardized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is part of a broader effort to prepare encryption systems for a future in which quantum computers...

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Beatbot Pool-Cleaning Robots Are on Sale for a Limited Time - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:43:33 GMT
Get ready for summer with discounts on the best robot pool cleaners we’ve tested.
 
The power of “and” in energy and climate entrepreneurship - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:27:00 GMT
Greentown Labs CEO Georgina Campbell Flatter emphasizes the importance of collaboration in the entrepreneurship space, and the role that universities play in this landscape.
 
AI-Designed Drugs by a DeepMind Spinoff Are Headed to Human Trials - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:17:36 GMT
Isomorphic Labs president Max Jaderberg said at WIRED Health in London that the startup has built a “broad and exciting pipeline of new medicines.”
 
2027 BMW 7 Series gets new battery with increased range and super-fast DC charging - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:13:00 GMT

The two new all-electric models include the BMW i7 50 xDrive and BMW i7 60 xDrive, each featuring a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain. The former is powered by a 449 hp motor producing 487 lb-ft of torque, while the latter features a 536 hp motor delivering 549 lb-ft of torque.

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Designer Baby Companies Are in Turmoil - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:04:34 GMT
Bootstrap Bio and Manhattan Genomics, which were pursuing human embryo editing to prevent serious disease, have shut down.
 
MIT scientists build the world’s largest collection of Olympiad-level math problems, and open it to everyone - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New dataset of 30,000-plus competition math problems from 47 countries gives AI researchers a harder test — and students worldwide a better training ground.
 
The MacBook Neo is a glimpse into John Ternus's Apple - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT
John Ternus was unavoidable when Apple debuted the Macbook Neo. He kicked off an intimate media event for the Neo, introducing it as a transformative machine for Apple thanks to its low $599 cost ($499 for education customers) and premium build quality. He was interviewed on Good Morning America, the sort of prominent media feature CEO Tim Cook typically handles. And when I asked Apple workers about the Neo at its launch event, they almost always brought up Ternus’ vision of the laptop.
 
Microsoft rolls out Copilot "vibe working" mode for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Microsoft introduced Copilot's agent mode in 2025, promising customers new "intelligent" ways to streamline document creation while large language models handle much of the work. The feature is now generally available across at least three applications in the Microsoft 365 suite, reflecting Microsoft's broader push to embed AI more deeply...

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Faces of MIT: Gabi Hott Soares - MIT Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Through mentorship, enthusiasm, and a global perspective, Gabi Hott Soares supports student leaders at MIT.
 
Mercedes all-new C-Class electric sedan is a rolling tech demo with hyperscreens - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:57:00 GMT

Inside, the C-Class EV centers on large digital displays and interface design. A full-width digital layout dominates the cabin, anchored by what Mercedes-Benz calls the Superscreen as standard equipment. A more advanced Hyperscreen setup is available as an option, integrating multiple displays into a single continuous glass surface. The system...

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The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:10:03 GMT
A US surveillance program that lets the FBI view Americans’ communications without a warrant is up for renewal. A new bill aims to address mounting lawmaker concerns—with smoke and mirrors.
 
Apple's Next CEO Needs to Launch a Killer AI Product - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Tim Cook was a great CEO, but he didn’t crack AI.  It’s job number 1 for John Ternus.
 
Intel's stock is back to near-record highs as AI boom moves beyond GPUs - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:22:00 GMT

The company reported $13.6 billion in revenue for the quarter, up 7% year over year and well above analyst expectations. Intel also raised its current-quarter revenue guidance to between $13.8 billion and $14.8 billion, exceeding the roughly $13 billion analysts had projected.

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Xbox may be working on an even cheaper Game Pass, and possible Netflix bundle - TechSpot Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:36:00 GMT

The developer(s) of Better xCloud, a third-party plug-in that adds numerous features to Xbox Cloud Gaming, recently uncovered code suggesting that Microsoft plans to introduce at least one more Xbox Game Pass subscription plan. While no pricing information for the new tier is available, and Microsoft has not announced anything,...

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Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
Engadget Podcast: Tim Cook’s Apple era and what lies ahead for John Ternus - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:18:53 GMT
The Apple rumors were true, once again. This week, the company announced that Tim Cook will be stepping down from his CEO role on September 1. Replacing him will be John Ternus, who currently serves as Apple's SVP of hardware engineering. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget's Nathan Ingraham discuss Cook's legacy as Apple's CEO, and pontificate about how Ternus may change things. We're going from Apple being led by a logistics guru, to Apple being driven by a product and engineering wizard. Surely, that will have some impact on future products.
 
Dyson PencilVac Review (2026): Limited but Handy - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Dyson’s newest stick vacuum has a fresh, streamlined look and some limitations. But I still keep reaching for it.
 
DeepSeek promises its new AI model has 'world-class' reasoning - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:57:33 GMT
DeepSeek has released its latest AI models, the V4 Pro and Flash versions, a bit over a year after it went viral and became the top rated free app on Apple's App Store in the US. “Welcome to the era of cost-effective 1 million context length,” DeepSeek said in its announcement. Context length is what you call the maximum number of tokens that an AI model can remember, so the bigger it is, the more coherent and consistent an AI is when it comes to extended conversations. OpenAI’s recently announced GPT‑5.5 has a context window ranging from 400,000 to 1 million, for instance.
 
The Best Cordless Vacuums for Your Whole House (2026) - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:34:00 GMT
Clean your house without the constraint of a power cord with these cordless stick vacuums.
 
The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:28:14 GMT
Although it’s one of the more inoffensive topics on Polymarket, this news typifies the Wild West of prediction markets and betting sites. A hairdryer was allegedly used to rig Polymarket bets on temperatures at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, according to a report by The Telegraph. French authorities noted that the official temperature readings at the airport spiked twice in the past month. On both occasions, gamblers betting on those temperature fluctuations on Polymarket appear to have walked away with thousands upon thousands of dollars.
 
VMax New VX4 Electric Scooter Review: Unleash the Beast - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
VMax's new electric scooter has a secret menu that lets you unlock the top speed and engage cruise control.
 
They Wanted to Join Raya. They’ve Been on the Waiting List for Years - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Getting into Raya, the exclusive members-only dating app, has become nearly impossible for some. We met people who have waited as long as two, five, and even seven years to join.
 
Best Merino Wool T-Shirts (2026): Ibex, Icebreaker, Unbound Merino - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
These merino wool tees are the last shirts you’ll ever wear. I’m wearing one right now.
 
The FTC Is Ramping Up to Target Transgender Rights - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A series of new hires and investigations at the agency appear to focus on penalizing gender-affirming care for minors—and those who speak in favor of it.
 
These AI Thirst Trap Creators Say They’re Misunderstood - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A viral red carpet moment shone light on a group of hunky Instagram influencers—and the followers who are too horny to care that they’re not real.
 
Porsche's new Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric can do 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:19:25 GMT
Porsche has announced an electric version of its popular Cayenne Coupé and it could be the company's most powerful vehicle ever — either ICE or electric. Mechanically, the Cayenne Coupé Electric is nearly identical to the Cayenne Electric but the body is substantially sleeker for improved range and performance.
 
The WIRED Gear Team’s Tips on Ways to Save Money - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
We pooled advice from our team—and a few financial experts—so you can worry less and save more in these turbulent times.
 
5 Reasons to Think Twice Before Using ChatGPT—or Any Chatbot—for Financial Advice - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As people increasingly rely on AI chatbots for guidance, even on financial matters, a healthy dose of skepticism is critical.
 
6 Proven Tips to Find Cheaper Airfare - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
It’s an expensive time to fly. These tips can help lighten the load on your wallet.
 
Sam's Club Promo Codes: 60% Off for April 2026 - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on bulk groceries, household essentials, and electronics with a verified Sam's Club promo code or membership discount.
 
Target Promo Code: $50 Off | April 2026 - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get $50 off your next order or up to 50% off site wide with Target coupon codes and Circle deals.
 
KitchenAid Promo Codes: Save Up to 20% - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 20% off countertop appliances.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | April 2026 - Wired Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
US soldier arrested for allegedly making over $400,000 on Polymarket with classified Maduro information - Engadget Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:45:31 GMT
United States soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke has been arrested and charged for placing bets on prediction marketplace Polymarket using classified information he had access to related to the capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro. The US Army Special Forces master sergeant, who was directly involved with the planning and execution of the operation, allegedly made $409,881 in profits.
 
US Special Forces Soldier Arrested for Polymarket Bets on Maduro Raid - Wired Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:15:21 GMT
The master sergeant allegedly used classified intel to profit on the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, marking the first US arrest for insider trading on a prediction market.
 
Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:55:10 GMT
Anthropic is expanding its directory of connected services for its Claude AI chatbot. The platform can now link up with your accounts on AllTrails, Audible, Booking.com, Instacart, Intuit Credit Karma, Intuit TurboTax, Resy, Spotify, StubHub, Taskrabbit, Thumbtack, TripAdvisor, Uber, Uber Eats and Viator. Additional services will be added in the future.
 
Newly Deciphered Sabotage Malware May Have Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Program—and Predates Stuxnet - Wired Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Researchers have finally cracked Fast16, mysterious code capable of silently tampering with calculation and simulation software. It was created in 2005—and likely deployed by the US or an ally.
 
Microsoft is reportedly offering voluntary buyouts to up to 7 percent of its employees - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:00:50 GMT
Microsoft is planning to get rid of more US employees via its first voluntary buyout program, CNBC reports. The buyout program will reportedly be offered to US employees at "the senior director level and below whose years of employment and age add up to 70 or higher," and could cover up to 7 percent of the company's US workforce.
 
Meta is downsizing by about 10 percent - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:26:58 GMT
Meta is making another steep cut to its staff, this time to the tune of a 10 percent reduction in its workforce. About 8,000 people will be laid off and about 6,000 open jobs will also be eliminated, according to Bloomberg.
 
Three from MIT named 2026 Goldwater Scholars - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Rising seniors Deeksha Kumaresh, Anna Liu, and Charlotte Myers are honored for their academic achievements.
 
Titanium Court mashes together genres and cultural references to tell a strange, funny tale - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:47:50 GMT
I would love to tell you everything about my favorite game of the year so far. But that would be doing a great disservice to Titanium Court. I'm not even sure I could explain it all, anyway.
 
X is shutting down its Communities feature - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:28:43 GMT
X is closing its Communities feature in May, X Head of Product Nikita Bier has announced. Communities were introduced before Twitter was acquired and rebranded by Elon Musk, and act as a way for users to create, join and moderate public groups focused on a particular interest. Communities make it possible to follow a feed made up of only the people or subject matter you care about, but they haven't been used at the scale the social platform wanted.
 
Apple, Amazon join push for looser greenhouse emissions reporting - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:23:14 GMT
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol, a widely used international environmental standard for measuring and reporting emissions, is considering changes to how certain types of the emissions are reported. Advocates for the new guidance argue that the current rules make it too easy for businesses to overstate their commitments to environmentally friendly operations, such as being powered by renewable energy or making progress toward net-zero emissions.
 
Apple TV's upcoming For All Mankind spinoff Star City oozes Cold War-era paranoia - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:04:29 GMT
Apple TV just dropped a real-deal trailer for Star City, after releasing a short teaser earlier this year. It's a spinoff of For All Mankind, but this new show examines the alt-history space race from the Soviet perspective.
 
MIT takes top team honors in 86th Putnam Math Competition - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The undergraduate team topped the scoreboard for the sixth year in a row and also took the Elizabeth Lowell Putnam Prize again.
 
Rivian begins production on the R2 electric SUV - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:17:29 GMT
Rivian has begun production of its R2 SUV. However, you can't get one just yet: The first customer deliveries (of the most expensive version) aren't expected until later this spring.
 
Five Annapurna Interactive games get Switch 2 releases - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:49:50 GMT
If you’re a Switch 2 owner itching for something new to play and you happen to be partial to an Annapurna Interactive game, then boy is it your lucky day. The prolific indie publisher has announced that five of its titles are coming to Switch 2, three in the form of next-gen upgrades and two for the first time on Nintendo platforms.
 
Ubisoft has finally dropped a trailer for that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:26:10 GMT
Ubisoft has finally given us some real details about Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, after confirming the remake earlier this year. It's set to release on July 9 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
 
Someone allegedly used a hairdryer to rig Polymarket weather bets - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:53:12 GMT
A hairdryer was allegedly used to rig Polymarket bets on the weather at Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris, according to a report by The Telegraph. French authorities note that the official temperature readings at the airport spiked twice in the past month, reaching levels much higher than expected. On both occasions, gamblers on Polymarket appear to have walked away with thousands upon thousands of dollars by betting on those temperature fluctuations.
 
Turkey wants to ban social media for kids under 15 - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:30:53 GMT
The Turkish parliament has voted through a bill that would ban all children under the age of 15 from using social media. As part of the legislation, social media platforms would be required to enforce age-verification measures on their apps, provide parental control tools, and react more quickly to harmful content being posted.
 
Meta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:31:20 GMT
With countries banning social media for kids left and right, Meta is trying different things to convince parents that its platforms are safe for teens. In its latest effort, the company will start showing parents the topics their teens have discussed with Meta AI over the previous seven days.
 
2027 BMW i7 first look: A fantastically techy car for the 1 percent - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Big, fancy executive sedans are a dying breed, especially when it comes to EVs. With the Tesla Model S and Mercedes' EQ line on their way out, pickings are slim. Aside from the upcoming S-Class, there's the Lucid Air, Cadillac Celestiq and maybe the Porsche Taycan, depending on how far you're willing to stretch the definition. But as the market leader in luxury sedans, BMW isn't giving up yet. With the arrival of the new 7-series, the company has made a car — with a complete range of gas, hybrid and fully electric options — that truly embraces modern gadgetry.
 
DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1 drone review: High-quality aerial video at its most affordable - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:24 GMT
After seeing the runaway success of its Neo lineup, DJI is taking another stab at the budget drone market with the new Lito series. The Lito 1 and Lito X1 are both under $400 and weigh less than 249 grams — they’re ideal for beginners. Both are designed to replace DJI’s Mini series, but they offer things that those models lacked like LiDAR and 360-degree obstacle avoidance.
 
Musk pledges to fix 2019-2023 Teslas that can't fully self drive - Engadget Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:50:02 GMT
Tesla still doesn’t have a solid pathway for how to give Hardware 3 cars Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, based on what Elon Musk said during the company’s latest earnings call. The automaker has known for quite a while that its vehicles equipped with Hardware 3 aren’t capable of unsupervised FSD, even though the company built the system specifically to give its cars the ability. Tesla used Hardware 3 on cars manufactured from 2019 until early 2023 before Hardware 4 shipped.
 
New chip can protect wireless biomedical devices from quantum attacks - MIT Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Ultra-efficient chip design enables extremely strong cryptography algorithms to run on energy-constrained edge devices.
 
MIT affiliates elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2026 - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The prestigious honor society honors four MIT faculty and 13 additional MIT alumni among more than 250 new members.
 
Teaching AI models to say “I’m not sure” - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:15:00 GMT
A new training method improves the reliability of AI confidence estimates without sacrificing performance, addressing a root cause of hallucination in reasoning models.
 
Plants can sense the sound of rain, a new study finds - MIT Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Experiments by MIT engineers show rice seeds sprout faster to the sound of rain.
 
T.L. Taylor named 2026-27 CASBS Fellow - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:10:00 GMT
MIT professor will use the fellowship in behavioral sciences to advance a book on theme parks as immersive systems, extending her research from digital worlds to physical ones.
 
New study bridges the worlds of classical and quantum physics - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:05:00 GMT
The weird quantum behavior of subatomic particles can be understood through everyday classical ideas, MIT researchers show.
 
Two MIT alumnae named 2026 Gates Cambridge Scholars - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:35:00 GMT
Mitali Chowdhury ’24 and Christina Kim ’24 will pursue graduate studies at Cambridge University in the UK.
 
How morality and ethics shaped India’s economic development - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT
A book by Associate Professor Jason Jackson explores how policymakers moved past post-colonial India to support its own captains of industry.
 
PSFC showcases technologies applicable to both fusion and geothermal energy during representative’s visit - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Rep. Jake Auchincloss visits the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center to learn about scaling geothermal energy.
 
Tackling the housing shortage with robotic microfactories - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:45:00 GMT
Reframe Systems, co-founded by Vikas Enti SM '20, creates microfactories for modular home construction, reducing carbon emissions and costs.
 
How to expand the US economy - MIT Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
In “Priority Technologies,” MIT faculty examine key areas of innovation that can drive American prosperity and security — now and in the decades ahead.
 
Managing traffic in space - MIT Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:05:00 GMT
Associate Professor Richard Linares is helping satellites safely navigate in increasingly congested orbits.
 
Professor Michael Laub and MIT alumni named 2025 AAAS Fellows - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:15:00 GMT
The American Association for the Advancement of Science recognized Laub and 21 alumni for their efforts to advance science and related fields.
 
Why bother with plausible deniability? - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Sam Berstler explains why we have social norms that let people engage in open deception.
 
Jacob Andreas and Brett McGuire named Edgerton Award winners - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:40:00 GMT
The associate professors of EECS and chemistry, respectively, are honored for exceptional contributions to teaching, research, and service at MIT.
 
Bringing AI-driven protein-design tools to biologists everywhere - MIT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Tristan Bepler PhD ’20 and former MIT professor Tim Lu PhD ’07, OpenProtein.AI offers researchers open-source models and other tools for protein engineering.
 
With navigating nematodes, scientists map out how brains implement behaviors - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT
MIT scientists create a detailed map of exactly what happens in the brains of C. elegans worms when they “follow their nose” to savor attractive odors or avoid unappealing ones.
 
Understanding community effects of Asian immigrants’ US housing purchases - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Findings suggest that at the county level, rise in prices is due, in part, to the fact that new neighbors have a positive impact on K-12 education.
 
Light-activated gel could impact wearables, soft robotics, and more - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:10:00 GMT
New MIT work advances the growing field of ionotronics, in which data are transferred through ions, potentially providing a bridge between electronics and biological tissue.
 
A regulatory loophole could delay ozone recovery by years - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Scientists say an exception in the Montreal Protocol for the use of ozone-depleting feedstocks could set the ozone recovery back seven years.
 
Youth may increase vulnerability to a carcinogen found in contaminated water and some drugs - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests that the chemical NDMA is much more likely to cause cancerous mutations after exposure early in life.
 
MIT study reveals a new role for cell membranes - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Long thought to be mainly a structural support, the cell membrane also influences how cells respond to signals and may contribute to the growth of cancer cells.
 
Waves hit different on other planets - MIT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
From lazy ripples to towering breakers, waves should vary widely from one planet to another, according to a new model.
 
Geothermal energy turns red hot - MIT Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT
MIT Energy Initiative symposium maps a path to tap the planet’s heat-rich rocks for clean power at scale.
 
Multitasking quantum sensors can measure several properties at once - MIT Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The devices represent a key step toward practical quantum sensing, with applications in biomedical sensing, materials characterization, and more.
 
Human-machine teaming dives underwater - MIT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Researchers are developing hardware and algorithms to improve collaboration between divers and autonomous underwater vehicles engaged in maritime missions.
 
Q&A: MIT SHASS and the future of education in the age of AI - MIT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
As the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences marks 75 years, Dean Agustín Rayo reflects on how AI is reshaping higher education and why SHASS disciplines continue to be central to MIT’s mission.
 
Carbon removal project supports Maine’s blue economy, broader marine health - MIT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A chemical-free approach to balancing ocean acidity protects marine life and could dramatically impact the global aquaculture market.
 
Jazz in the key of life - MIT Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Saxophonist Miguel Zenón, a Grammy-winning MIT faculty member, creates a distinctive blend of jazz and traditional Puerto Rican music.
 
Professor Emeritus Jack Dennis, pioneering developer of dataflow models of computation, dies at 94 - MIT Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:40:00 GMT
The influential first leader of the Computation Structures Group at MIT played a key role in the development of asynchronous computing.
 
The flawed fundamentals of failing banks - MIT Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT economist Emil Verner’s historical detective work shows how banking-sector crises develop out of bad business practices.
 
Desirée Plata appointed associate dean of engineering - MIT Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Faculty member in civil and environmental engineering will advance research and entrepreneurial initiatives across the School of Engineering.
 
Physicists zero in on the mass of the fundamental W boson particle - MIT Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The team’s ultra-precise measurement confirms the Standard Model’s predictions.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
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MIT graduate engineering and business programs ranked highly by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT
Graduate engineering program is No. 1 in the nation; MIT Sloan is No. 6.
 
Helping data centers deliver higher performance with less hardware - MIT Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed a system that intelligently balances workloads to improve the efficiency of flash storage hardware in a data center.
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
Toward cheaper, cleaner hydrogen production - MIT Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Co-founded by Dan Sobek ’88, SM ’92, PhD ’97, 1s1 Energy has developed electrochemical cell materials for hydrogen electrolyzers that it says reduces energy use by 30 percent.
 
Lincoln Laboratory laser communications terminal launches on historic Artemis II moon mission - MIT Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
High-definition video and data sent from the lunar vicinity to Earth will demonstrate the first use of laser communications on a crewed mission.
 
MIT researchers measure traffic emissions, to the block, in real-time - MIT Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new study pieces together existing data sources in order to develop a detailed, dynamic picture of auto emissions.
 
Evaluating the ethics of autonomous systems - MIT Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a testing framework that pinpoints situations where AI decision-support systems are not treating people and communities fairly.
 
Preview tool helps makers visualize 3D-printed objects - MIT Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By quickly generating aesthetically accurate previews of fabricated objects, the VisiPrint system could make prototyping faster and less wasteful.
 
Two physicists and a curious host walk into a studio… - MIT Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT
On GBH’s new show The Curiosity Desk, MIT LIGO researchers revel in the beauties of fundamental discovery science and MIT astronomers talk planetary defense.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Climate change may produce “fast-food” phytoplankton - MIT Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT
With warmer ocean temperatures, the composition of marine plankton could shift from protein-rich to carb-heavy, a new study suggests.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:00:15 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and clarifications. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
MIT researchers use AI to uncover atomic defects in materials - MIT Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new model measures defects that can be leveraged to improve materials’ mechanical strength, heat transfer, and energy-conversion efficiency.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 beta to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
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Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.
 
Changes for apps in the EU now available in iPadOS 18 beta 2 - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:12 GMT
The changes for apps in the European Union (EU), currently available to iOS users in the 27 EU member countries, can now be tested in iPadOS 18 beta 2 with Xcode 16 beta 2.
 
The App Store on Apple Vision Pro expands to new markets - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:46 GMT
Apple Vision Pro will launch in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore on June 28 and in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on July 12. Your apps and games will be automatically available on the App Store in regions you’ve selected in App Store Connect.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and South Korea - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:06:41 GMT
Apple is committed to making sure that the App Store is a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, you’ll need to indicate in App Store Connect if your app includes loot boxes available for purchase. In addition, a regional age rating based on local laws will automatically appear on the product page of the apps listed below on the App Store in Australia and South Korea. No other action is needed. Regional age ratings appear in addition to Apple global age ratings.
 
WWDC24 resources and survey - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:00:32 GMT
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an amazing week. We hope you found value, connection, and fun. You can continue to:
 
WWDC24 highlights - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:00:59 GMT
Browse the biggest moments from an incredible week of sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:05 GMT
Explore the highlights.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Find out what’s new across Apple platforms.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Explore new Swift and SwiftUI sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:00:34 GMT
Explore everything announced at WWDC24 >
 
Find out what’s new and download beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:30:09 GMT
Discover the latest advancements across Apple platforms, including the all-new Apple Intelligence, that can help you create even more powerful, intuitive, and unique experiences.
 
Explore new documentation and sample code from WWDC24 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:00:39 GMT
Browse new and updated documentation and sample code to learn about the latest technologies, frameworks, and APIs introduced at WWDC24.
 
WWDC24 Design guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:57 GMT
Discover how this year’s design announcements can help make your app shine on Apple platforms.
 
WWDC24 Swift guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:46 GMT
Your guide to everything new in Swift, related tools, and supporting frameworks.
 
WWDC24 SwiftUI & UI Frameworks guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Design and build your apps like never before.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 1 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Keynote
 
WWDC24 Developer Tools guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:30 GMT
Explore a wave of updates to developer tools that make building apps and games easier and more efficient than ever.
 
WWDC24 iOS & iPadOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:26 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for iPhone and iPad.
 
WWDC24 Machine Learning & AI guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:24 GMT
Bring personal intelligence to your apps.
 
WWDC24 Games guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:22 GMT
Create the next generation of games for millions of players worldwide.
 
WWDC24 watchOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for Apple Watch.
 
WWDC24 sessions schedule, lab requests, guides, and documentation now available - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:13 GMT
WWDC24 is here! Here’s how to make the most of your week:
 
WWDC24 visionOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:07 GMT
The infinite canvas is waiting for you.
 
Hello Developer: June 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:30:21 GMT
With WWDC24 just days away, there’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get right to it.
 
Watch the WWDC24 Keynote - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:00:04 GMT
WWDC24
 
Watch the WWDC24 Platforms State of the Union - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:58:11 GMT
WWDC24
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:10:16 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Action packed. - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:00:50 GMT
One week to go. Don’t miss the exciting reveal of the latest Apple software and technologies.
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:30:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Coming in swiftly. - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:28 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community for an incredible week of technology and creativity — all online and free. WWDC24 takes place from June 10-14.
 
Check out the new Apple Developer Forums - Apple Developer Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:11 GMT
The Apple Developer Forums have been redesigned for WWDC24 to help developers connect with Apple experts, engineers, and each other to find answers and get advice.
 
Hello Developer: May 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:01:13 GMT
It won’t be long now! WWDC24 takes place online from June 10 through 14, and we’re here to help you get ready for the biggest developer event of the year. In this edition:
 
Q&A with the SharePlay team - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:46 GMT
SharePlay is all about creating meaningful shared experiences in your app. By taking advantage of SharePlay, your app can provide a real-time connection that synchronizes everything from media playback to 3D models to collaborative tools across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. We caught up with the SharePlay team to ask about creating great SharePlay experiences, spatial Personas, that magic “shockwave” effect, and more.
 
‘I taught myself’: Tucker MacDonald and the rise of Tide Guide - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:41 GMT
Lots of apps have great origin stories, but the tale of Tucker MacDonald and Tide Guide seems tailor-made for the Hollywood treatment. It begins in the dawn hours on Cape Cod, where a school-age MacDonald first learned to fish with his grandfather.
 
What’s new for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:15 GMT
The CTF is an element of the alternative business terms in the EU that reflects the value Apple provides developers through tools, technologies, and services that enable them to build and share innovative apps. We believe anyone with a good idea and the ingenuity to bring it to life should have the opportunity to offer their app to the world. Only developers who reach significant scale (more than one million first annual installs per year in the EU) pay the CTF. Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions approved for a fee waiver don’t pay the CTF. Today, we’re introducing two additional conditions in which the CTF is not required: