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Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
Source: Z.ai completed construction of a 1 GW data center housing only Chinese chips; Z.ai has built or operates several computing clusters each with 10K+ chips (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:55:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Source: Z.ai completed construction of a 1 GW data center housing only Chinese chips; Z.ai has built or operates several computing clusters each with 10K+ chips — Z.AI has completed construction of a giant data center that houses only Chinese-made chips, a big step in Beijing's efforts …

 
Chicago-based Empirical Security, which uses AI to help companies predict threats by monitoring exploited vulnerabilities, raised a $25M Series A (Chris Metinko/Axios) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:50:05 GMT

Chris Metinko / Axios:
Chicago-based Empirical Security, which uses AI to help companies predict threats by monitoring exploited vulnerabilities, raised a $25M Series A — Exposure management startup Empirical Security raised $25 million in Series A funding led by Brightmind Partners, CEO Ed Bellis tells Axios Pro.

 
Marvel drops the first Avengers: Doomsday trailer, set to open against Dune: Part Three this December - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:27:00 GMT

The trailer is packed with reunions and dramatic entrances. Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen are back as Professor X and Magneto, James Marsden's Cyclops finally gets to cause some large-scale destruction, and Channing Tatum returns as Gambit. Thor delivers an ominous warning about an enemy unlike anything the heroes have...

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Levent Alpöge, a mathematician who works at Anthropic, says he was able to disprove the 87-year-old Jacobian conjecture with the help of Fable 5 (Matthew Sparkes/New Scientist) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:25:06 GMT

Matthew Sparkes / New Scientist:
Levent Alpöge, a mathematician who works at Anthropic, says he was able to disprove the 87-year-old Jacobian conjecture with the help of Fable 5 — Levent Alpöge announced the solution on X A mathematician has cracked an 87-year-old conundrum with the help of AI and announced the solution unceremoniously in a tweet.

 
Fix AI Mode or get Google out of classrooms, advocates say - Mashable - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:10:55 GMT
  1. Fix AI Mode or get Google out of classrooms, advocates say Mashable
  2. 'It's deeply disturbing.' What a new report says about risks Google's AI search features pose to kids PBS
  3. Google's AI search flunks kid-safety test Axios
  4. Scathing Analysis Concludes Google Search’s AI Tools Are Bad for Kids Education Week
  5. Parents should be more worried about Google than ever thestreet.com
 
A new coding contest challenges developers to fit an entire game onto a 1.44MB floppy disk - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:04:00 GMT

Korean website 2P Game Arcade recently launched a new "1.44MB Game Dev Contest." The challenge is simple: developers must create an entire game that fits on a single floppy disk. The maximum file size is 1,474,560 bytes, matching the capacity of the 3.5-inch high-density floppy disks commonly used with IBM-compatible...

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Necrons return to Kronus in a new Dawn of War IV trailer - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:02:13 GMT
  1. Necrons return to Kronus in a new Dawn of War IV trailer Warhammer Community
  2. “IT SHALL BE OURS AGAIN” THE NECRONS RETURN TO KRONUS IN NEW DAWN OF WAR IV CGI Games Press
  3. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s major factions explained Big Boss Battle
 
F1 in Belgium: The 2026 cars look pathetic on all the best racetracks - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:59:18 GMT
Many will say Spa is the best racetrack on earth, but not for these F1 cars.
 
Infinity, founded by Jeremy Nixon, the creator of hacker network community AGI House, to build an inference library that runs on all chips, raised a $15M seed (Dominic-Madori Davis/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:50:02 GMT

Dominic-Madori Davis / TechCrunch:
Infinity, founded by Jeremy Nixon, the creator of hacker network community AGI House, to build an inference library that runs on all chips, raised a $15M seed — AI infrastructure company Infinity announced a $15 million raise at a $100 million valuation on Monday from investors including Touring Capital …

 
Rufus improves Windows installs, adds RISC-V and UEFI:NTFS fixes - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:48:00 GMT
Rufus is a free utility for creating bootable USB drives from ISOs. Version 4.15 brings RISC-V 64 support to UEFI:NTFS, improves unattended Windows installations, and fixes Snapdragon X Arm64 boot crashes, and more.
 
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 launch live: Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, Galaxy Glasses, and all the news - Android Central - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:46:23 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 launch live: Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, Galaxy Glasses, and all the news Android Central
  2. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Leaks With Wider Display Ahead of Launch TechRepublic
  3. Samsung Introduces Flex Titanium Technology To Advance Foldable Displays Samsung Global Newsroom
  4. Exclusive: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, Watch 9 & Watch Ultra 2 Family Photos — Plus Two Online-Exclusive Colors Android Headlines
  5. How To Watch Samsung's July 2026 Galaxy Unpacked Event Engadget
 
AliExpress hit with record $625M fine after failing to make EU-ordered fixes - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:32:45 GMT
Online retailer AliExpress says it's shocked by largest DSA fine yet.
 
Old SSDs Find New Life as Game Cartridges - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:30:27 GMT
Game companies might not like physical media much anymore, but gamers sure do. There’s nothing like pawing over your collection to find what to play, and inserting a cartridge with …read more
 
How long is a new iPhone actually supposed to last? - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Apple devices tend to be pretty durable, and the average lifespan of a new iPhone seems to be fairly consistent.
 
CAISI Director Chris Fall is resigning after taking over the federal AI testing institute in April; NIST Director Arvind Raman will serve as acting director (Maria Curi/Axios) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:26:24 GMT

Maria Curi / Axios:
CAISI Director Chris Fall is resigning after taking over the federal AI testing institute in April; NIST Director Arvind Raman will serve as acting director — Chris Fall, the director of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation, is resigning just three months after taking …

 
Source: Tencent is in talks to acquire Israeli game developer SuperPlay in a deal valuing SuperPlay at $1B-$1.5B; Playtika acquired SuperPlay in 2024 for $690M (Golan Hazani/CTech) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:25:02 GMT

Golan Hazani / CTech:
Source: Tencent is in talks to acquire Israeli game developer SuperPlay in a deal valuing SuperPlay at $1B-$1.5B; Playtika acquired SuperPlay in 2024 for $690M — Exclusive: The transaction would transfer a fast-growing gaming studio, and a ballooning earnout commitment, to the Chinese technology giant.

 
CD sales are up 16%, but half the buyers don't even own a CD player - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:17:00 GMT

Much of the growth can be attributed to younger buyers, but here's the unexpected part. According to the market research firm, roughly half of Gen Z and Millennial CD buyers don't even own a CD player. So, why are people buying CDs without a way to listen to them?

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Avengers: Doomsday finally has a real trailer - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:14:16 GMT
After too many weird teasers, Avengers: Doomsday finally has a real trailer.
 
LG Monitors Fill PCs With Adware, and It’s Not Just Recent Displays - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:05:14 GMT
  1. LG Monitors Fill PCs With Adware, and It’s Not Just Recent Displays Gizmodo
  2. LG’s monitors come with an unwanted addition for Windows: McAfee pop-up ads The Verge
  3. 'Pretty revolting': LG's TV and gaming monitors are getting huge backlash from users due to reportedly installing PC software without asking you, and insisting that you get consent from your guests so your TV may record their conversations TechRadar
  4. LG monitors are silently installing adware on your Windows PC Android Authority
  5. Your new LG monitor might come with unwanted adware Phandroid
 
Billionaire-backed Building A Better California reserves $87M in TV ad time to oppose California's proposed one-time wealth tax; Sergey Brin put $82M into BABC (New York Times) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:05:00 GMT

New York Times:
Billionaire-backed Building A Better California reserves $87M in TV ad time to oppose California's proposed one-time wealth tax; Sergey Brin put $82M into BABC — A coalition backed by the Google co-founder Sergey Brin and wealthy tech investors is trying to neutralize a proposed one-time tax on the state's richest residents.

 
The Baddest Bad Moon is coming to Warhammer 40,000 AND Total War - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:01:42 GMT
The Baddest Bad Moon is coming to Warhammer 40,000 AND Total War Warhammer Community
 
NYT Strands hints, answers for July 20, 2026 - Mashable - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:46:26 GMT
  1. NYT Strands hints, answers for July 20, 2026 Mashable
  2. NYT Strands Hints for July 20, 2026 The New York Times
  3. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Sunday, July 19, 2026 parade.com
  4. NYT Strands Answers Today: Hints & Clues For Sunday, July 19 (Big Talk) Forbes
  5. Today’s NYT Strands #867 Hints, Spangram and Answers Insider Gaming
 
Chinese open models are proper competition that should be welcomed, not something to ban or treat as a danger, and open-sourcing is an old business strategy (Bill Gurley/Washington Post) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:46:07 GMT

Bill Gurley / Washington Post:
Chinese open models are proper competition that should be welcomed, not something to ban or treat as a danger, and open-sourcing is an old business strategy — They aren't a security threat — they're what competition looks like. — Bill Gurley is the president and founder of the P3 Institute, and a former venture capitalist.

 
Here’s an Official Pixel 11 Pro From Google - Droid Life - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:38:17 GMT
  1. Here’s an Official Pixel 11 Pro From Google Droid Life
  2. Pixel 11 Series Specs: Storage, RAM, Displays, Battery, More Droid Life
  3. Google releases first Pixel 11 teaser and shows Pixel Glow [Video] 9to5Google
  4. More deleted Pixel 11 Amazon listings reveal full US pricing and specs Android Authority
  5. This Year’s Budget Pixel Might Be Less of a Cop-Out Gizmodo
 
Best Buy’s Black Friday in July Sale Includes Some Great LEGO Deals – Here Are Some of Our Favorites - IGN - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:36:15 GMT
  1. Best Buy’s Black Friday in July Sale Includes Some Great LEGO Deals – Here Are Some of Our Favorites IGN
  2. Deals: Black Friday in July sale, Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra up to $430 off, NXTPAPER tabs from $160, Pixel Watch 4, more 9to5Google
  3. Deals: the iPhone Air is £200 off, Poco and Nothing Phones on sale - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Best Buy kicks off massive 'Black Friday in July' sale — see the TOP 10 tech deals that no Android user should miss Android Central
  5. The HP Omen 35L PC is my top pick in Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale (with a $50 office chair too) TechRadar
 
The first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday is finally here - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:33:46 GMT
"Something's coming. Something we may not be able to deter."
 
Sensor Tower: the number of new apps released in Apple's App Store doubled to ~560K in H1, vs. the ~600K added in all of 2025, as vibecoded apps flood the store (Kalley Huang/New York Times) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:25:01 GMT

Kalley Huang / New York Times:
Sensor Tower: the number of new apps released in Apple's App Store doubled to ~560K in H1, vs. the ~600K added in all of 2025, as vibecoded apps flood the store — Mobile apps are easy to make with artificial intelligence. That doesn't mean people are excited to use them.

 
Amazon just broke one of Apple Wallet’s best recent features - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:03:00 GMT
Amazon just broke one of Apple Wallet’s best recent features 9to5Mac
 
‘Vibecoded’ Apps Are Flooding the App Store. Is That Good for Apple? - The New York Times - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:02:31 GMT
‘Vibecoded’ Apps Are Flooding the App Store. Is That Good for Apple? The New York Times
 
Pay up or not? Ransomware surge has victims facing tough choices - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:50 GMT
Governments look at banning ransom payments in face of increasingly sophisticated threats.
 
Launching Rockets is Hard, Bring them Back is Harder - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:14 GMT
Since the first V2 rocket sailed above the Kármán line back in 1944 and right up until the modern era, the trajectory of most space-bound rockets was more or less …read more
 
Xbox Is Dismantling Its Future To Rebuild a Past It Can Never Recapture - IGN - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Xbox Is Dismantling Its Future To Rebuild a Past It Can Never Recapture IGN
 
How to watch Samsung's July 2026 Galaxy Unpacked event - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Here's how to watch Samsung's 2026 Galaxy Unpacked event
 
WABC-TV’s ‘Eyewitness News’ announces major shakeup in its roster of reporters - New York Post - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:56:00 GMT
WABC-TV’s ‘Eyewitness News’ announces major shakeup in its roster of reporters New York Post
 
AWS billing goes haywire, hits customers with bills as high as $7.8 trillion - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Bill Radjewski, who runs CollegeFootballData.com, received the sort of email most of us would rather not receive last week: an AWS alert informing him that he had accrued $1.5 billion in usage fees. Should he manage to win several lotteries and somehow pay it, he was still expected to face...

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UK government data: ~35% of UK businesses with 10+ staff use AI, up from 12% in September 2023, and the average number of AI tools grew from 1.4 in 2023 to 1.6 (Delphine Strauss/Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:31:03 GMT

Delphine Strauss / Financial Times:
UK government data: ~35% of UK businesses with 10+ staff use AI, up from 12% in September 2023, and the average number of AI tools grew from 1.4 in 2023 to 1.6 — Free tools are the most widely used by companies with focus on efficiency savings rather than developing new products

 
NVIDIA data center hardware is being cooled with water 'hotter than a hot tub' - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
It may seem counterintuitive, but 113-degree water is still cool enough to cool NVIDA's latest hardware.
 
RAMageddon Is Hammering Retro Handheld Makers Like Evercade - Kotaku - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:27:51 GMT
RAMageddon Is Hammering Retro Handheld Makers Like Evercade Kotaku
 
Kingdom Hearts' Canceled Mobile Game's Intro May Have Leaked - Kotaku - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:25:00 GMT
  1. Kingdom Hearts' Canceled Mobile Game's Intro May Have Leaked Kotaku
  2. Alleged Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Intro Leaks Online TwistedVoxel
  3. Canceled Kingdom Hearts game leak sends fans into a frenzy Polygon.com
  4. Cancelled Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Footage Reportedly Leaks, and It’s Really Bizarre VICE
  5. Canceled Kingdom Hearts spin-off's intro apparently leaks online and not even veteran fans understand what's going on: "Why does it look like Pacific Rim but with Keyblades" GamesRadar+
 
AliExpress hit with record $629 million fine for selling counterfeit and illegal products - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:21:52 GMT
Europe just hit AliExpress with a record $629 million fine for allowing the sale of counterfeit and harmful products.
 
AMD plans to ship Helios, its first rack-scale AI system to rival Nvidia, later in 2026 to Microsoft, Meta, OpenAI, and others; Helios costs an estimated $5M+ (Katie Tarasov/CNBC) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Katie Tarasov / CNBC:
AMD plans to ship Helios, its first rack-scale AI system to rival Nvidia, later in 2026 to Microsoft, Meta, OpenAI, and others; Helios costs an estimated $5M+ — After a decade-long comeback, chip giant Advanced Micro Devices is preparing to ship its first rack-scale system for artificial intelligence …

 
Switch 2 modding scene makes new breakthrough, but Nintendo safe from piracy - Nintendo Everything - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:13:51 GMT
Switch 2 modding scene makes new breakthrough, but Nintendo safe from piracy Nintendo Everything
 
Sources: Google is developing a specialized server chip, informally dubbed "Frozen v2", that integrates its Gemini AI model blueprint into the silicon, for 2028 (The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:10:01 GMT

The Information:
Sources: Google is developing a specialized server chip, informally dubbed “Frozen v2”, that integrates its Gemini AI model blueprint into the silicon, for 2028 — Google is working on a new server chip that would directly integrate the blueprint of its Gemini AI model …

 
Meta Glasses review: A bit less polish, a lot more baggage - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Meta's glasses deliver the same functionality as its Ray-Ban models but don't quite feel as premium.
 
Do you prefer Google’s 3D emoji or the classic style? [Poll] - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Do you prefer Google’s 3D emoji or the classic style? [Poll] 9to5Google
  2. Google is open-sourcing its 3D emoji The Verge
  3. Google reimagined and open-sourced nearly 4,000 3D emoji Technobaboy
  4. 'Stretch them into shapes we never could have anticipated': Google says go bananas with its 3D emojis PC Gamer
  5. Google expands open-source Noto Emoji project with new 3D collection varindia.com
 
"Honestly, it's still getting worse" - Valve Steam Machine engineer says component prices are still rising, potentially paving the way for a price increase - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:45:20 GMT
  1. "Honestly, it's still getting worse" - Valve Steam Machine engineer says component prices are still rising, potentially paving the way for a price increase Eurogamer.net
  2. Valve Reportedly Sells 12-15K Steam Machine Units Per Week TechPowerUp
  3. 'It's Still Getting Worse' — Steam Machine Engineers at Valve Aren't Optimistic About Where the AI-Driven Memory Crisis Will Be in 'Three to Six Months' IGN
  4. Valve’s Steam Machine Brings the Best and Worst of PC Gaming to the Living Room WIRED
  5. Valve expect component prices to continue getting worse GamingOnLinux
 
A Mathematician Used Claude Fable to Disprove the 87-Year-Old Jacobian Conjecture in a Few Hours - Glitchwire - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:33:17 GMT
  1. A Mathematician Used Claude Fable to Disprove the 87-Year-Old Jacobian Conjecture in a Few Hours Glitchwire
  2. AI’s solution to 87-year-old riddle takes mathematicians by surprise New Scientist
 
"Professional lurker" Todd Howard reappears on internet forums following Bethesda's Fallout and Elder Scrolls announcements to thank fans for their support - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:29:02 GMT
  1. "Professional lurker" Todd Howard reappears on internet forums following Bethesda's Fallout and Elder Scrolls announcements to thank fans for their support Eurogamer.net
  2. A NOTE FROM BETHESDA GAME STUDIOS Bethesda.net
  3. Todd Howard confirms to Windows Central that Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls VI will run on Creation Engine 3 Windows Central
  4. Bethesda Chief Todd Howard Issues Rare Reddit Post Addressing Fans IGN
  5. Bethesda Announces New ‘Fallout’ Roadmap Following Xbox Reset Bloomberg.com
 
Samsung cuts hundreds of US jobs while AI boom sends chip profits soaring - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:13:00 GMT

Samsung Electronics America said 739 roles at its Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, offices have been affected by the relocation. The majority of those workers have been offered positions in Texas, though others have been laid off. Around 100 employees at Samsung's Plano, Texas, site, including staff from the mobile division,...

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Newly leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 renders confirm its upgraded specs - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:02:02 GMT
  1. Newly leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 renders confirm its upgraded specs - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Samsung’s Smartwatch Momentum Is Slipping. Here's How Galaxy Unpacked Can Fix It PCMag
  3. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Leak Teases Thinner, Brighter Flagship Smartwatch Engadget
  4. Here’s another look at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy watches. The Verge
  5. The latest and biggest Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 image leak comes two days before launch 9to5Google
 
Breitling Launches A Top Time Trio Paying Tribute To The Aston Martin DB5 - Fratello Watches - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:01:14 GMT
  1. Breitling Launches A Top Time Trio Paying Tribute To The Aston Martin DB5 Fratello Watches
  2. Introducing: Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5 Hodinkee
  3. Breitling and Aston Martin Reunite for the Top Time B01 DB5 Tribute Hypebeast
  4. Time and Speed, Reunited: Breitling and Aston Martin present Top Time Tribute to iconic DB5 Aston Martin Media
  5. Breitling's 3 New Watches Are a Tribute to James Bond's Iconic Aston Martin DB5 Esquire
 
How "synthetic insider" attacks raise the stakes for corporate cyber defense; a Verizon analysis of ~22K incidents found 12% were carried out by internal actors (Hannah Murphy/Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:55:01 GMT

Hannah Murphy / Financial Times:
How “synthetic insider” attacks raise the stakes for corporate cyber defense; a Verizon analysis of ~22K incidents found 12% were carried out by internal actors — Use of AI deepfake employees to infiltrate companies highlights wider risk of internal security breaches

 
Sources: parts of the Trump administration are reigniting efforts to implement de facto bans on foreign open-source models, as Chinese AI models gain momentum (Maria Curi/Axios) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:35:00 GMT

Maria Curi / Axios:
Sources: parts of the Trump administration are reigniting efforts to implement de facto bans on foreign open-source models, as Chinese AI models gain momentum — The Trump administration is showing signs it could ban cutting-edge Chinese AI models — a momentous move that could lock in dominance by OpenAI and Anthropic.

 
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leak teases thinner, brighter flagship smartwatch - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:23:56 GMT
A fresh leak reveals new specs for Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, days before it's rumored to appear.
 
Beyond grep: The case for a context-rich AI coding harness - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:20:10 GMT
Augment Code's Vinay Perneti talks models, harnesses, and context.
 
Chinese open models like Kimi K3 and Qwen3.8 Max shift the industry's focus back to marginal costs and cost of goods sold, as inference costs scale with revenue (Ben Thompson/Stratechery) - Techmeme Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:20:00 GMT

Ben Thompson / Stratechery:
Chinese open models like Kimi K3 and Qwen3.8 Max shift the industry's focus back to marginal costs and cost of goods sold, as inference costs scale with revenue — There's a story I tell about my first day in STRT-431 at Kellogg School of Management, the introductory class that every …

 
Microsoft rushes out Windows fix for Dell's hot and bothered PCs - The Register - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft rushes out Windows fix for Dell's hot and bothered PCs The Register
  2. Windows KB5121767 OOB update fixes shutdowns on some Dell PCs BleepingComputer
  3. Windows 11 KB5121767 update released to address major reliability issues on certain Dell PCs Windows Central
  4. Microsoft’s biggest ever patch Tuesday lets you hold off updating for longer The Verge
  5. Microsoft Releases New Windows 11 Security Update Fix For Dell Users Forbes
 
Valve's Steam Machine may be selling between 12,000 and 15,000 units per week despite its high price - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Those figures come from Boiling Steam, which used Steam's own global best-sellers list to estimate the number of Steam Machine sales.

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Apple's Secret Siri Interface Buried in macOS 27 Beta: How to Enable - MacRumors - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:09:27 GMT
  1. Apple's Secret Siri Interface Buried in macOS 27 Beta: How to Enable MacRumors
  2. Siri AI is hiding a more concise set of Writing Tools for Mac AppleInsider
  3. OS 27 Hidden Features That Could Improve Daily Use - AppleMagazine AppleMagazine
  4. macOS 27 has a secret popover menu for AI power users Macworld
  5. macOS 27 has a Siri AI writing secret you can try. The Verge
 
Earth-like LHS 1140b May Feature the First Atmosphere Found on Exoplanet - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:39 GMT
Finding another planet outside of our solar system that can comfortably be called ‘Earth-like’ is one of those discoveries that — if confirmed — would be a major event. The …read more
 
You’ve Never Seen Hannah Einbinder Like This Before - The Cut - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:32 GMT
You’ve Never Seen Hannah Einbinder Like This Before The Cut
 
The 35 Best Board Games for Family Game Night - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
From monsters to kittens to strategy games, these sets will liven things up on nights when everyone is tired of screens.
 
MSI quietly launches GeForce RTX 5080 INSPIRE 3X OC BLACK - VideoCardz.com - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:59:23 GMT
MSI quietly launches GeForce RTX 5080 INSPIRE 3X OC BLACK VideoCardz.com
 
Final Fantasy X gets a 25th anniversary trailer ahead of X/X-2 HD Remaster coming to Switch 2 this week - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:56:54 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy X gets a 25th anniversary trailer ahead of X/X-2 HD Remaster coming to Switch 2 this week Video Games Chronicle
  2. Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Museum Announced Siliconera
  3. Final Fantasy 10 Drops Special Movie As 25th Anniversary Surprise IMDb
  4. Without this 25-year-old Final Fantasy game, the franchise would look a lot different today Polygon.com
  5. 25 years later, the 'Final Fantasy X' opening song still rocks Mashable
 
Microsoft confirms Windows Server Update Services sync delays - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:47:28 GMT
  1. Microsoft confirms Windows Server Update Services sync delays BleepingComputer
  2. Windows Server Update Services buckle under Microsoft's metadata mountain The Register
  3. Microsoft admits WSUS service disruptions heise online
  4. Microsoft confirms WSUS service degradation impacting all versions of Windows Neowin
  5. Microsoft Confirms WSUS Sync Delays and Timeout Issues Windows Report
 
"The Gears of War trilogy was largely developed hungover by me" - Cliff Bleszinski reckons with a difficult past while plotting a return to games and a brighter future - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:44:28 GMT
  1. "The Gears of War trilogy was largely developed hungover by me" - Cliff Bleszinski reckons with a difficult past while plotting a return to games and a brighter future Eurogamer.net
  2. Cliff Bleszinski Knows What Went Wrong 80 Level
  3. Cliff Bleszinski Reveals Struggle With Alcoholism, Plots Return to Video Game Development IGN
  4. ‘I was a functioning alcoholic’: Cliff Bleszinski opens up about addiction, recovery, and his hope to return to games Video Games Chronicle
  5. Cliff Bleszinski Blames Personal Ego And Alcohol Issues For Boss Key’s Failure Kotaku
 
This week in PC games: a Mass Effect-style RTS, a gamebook RPG for back-stabbing nobles, and a civilisation builder that offers to teach you kanji - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:37:16 GMT
This week in PC games: a Mass Effect-style RTS, a gamebook RPG for back-stabbing nobles, and a civilisation builder that offers to teach you kanji Rock Paper Shotgun
 
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Mushrooms at Home (2026) - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
From countertop kits to a bathroom bucket full of straw and beyond, I spent a year testing popular mushroom-growing methods. Here’s what fruited—and what just grew mold.
 
Indie Gaming's Next Big Wave Is Coming From Outside the West - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:22:00 GMT
The next great game could come from anywhere. Developers across Asia, Eastern Europe, and Oceania are turning local stories and fresh ideas into global hits that are reshaping the industry.
 
An Ebike Company Was Sued for Misleading Info on Safety. It Points to a Big Problem - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Several Chinese businesses associated with the ebike brand Aipas settled a lawsuit with Amazon and the safety certification company UL in July.
 
Where Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster is now after it was launched into space and caused amateur astronomer to panic - supercarblondie.com - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMT
Where Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster is now after it was launched into space and caused amateur astronomer to panic supercarblondie.com
 
Elite Young Runners Are Becoming Freakishly Fast. Welcome to ‘Trackflation’ - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Four-minute miles are almost routine. Middle schoolers are beating college runners. Inside the youth track boom that’s turning kids and teens into speed machines.
 
The ACLU Is Arming Lawyers to Expose State Surveillance Secrets - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A new toolkit for attorneys in Massachusetts targets the technologies police use—and conceal—to build criminal cases, from facial recognition to AI-written police reports.
 
Ghost Recon: Wildlands Looks Set for PS5 Upgrade at 4K, 60FPS - Push Square - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:45:00 GMT
  1. Ghost Recon: Wildlands Looks Set for PS5 Upgrade at 4K, 60FPS Push Square
  2. Xbox Store Quietly Leaks 'Major' Upgrade For Ghost Recon Wildlands Pure Xbox
  3. Ghost Recon Wildlands Definitive Edition Set to Release on PS5 & Xbox Series S|X With New Content Insider Gaming
  4. Big PlayStation 5 Update for Popular 2017 PS4 Action Game Leaked Yahoo Tech
  5. New Official Ghost Recon Release Confirmed For PS5 and Xbox Series X Military.com
 
Apps Marketed to US Troops Are Shipping Chinese and Russian Code - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A first-of-its-kind analysis found more than one in eight apps built for US service members carried foreign code—some from firms in nations the Pentagon designates as adversaries.
 
New 7-Zip Vulnerability Could Let Crafted XZ Archives Run Code During Extraction - The Hacker News - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:10:00 GMT
  1. New 7-Zip Vulnerability Could Let Crafted XZ Archives Run Code During Extraction The Hacker News
  2. Update now: 7-Zip fixes RCE flaw exploitable with malicious archives BleepingComputer
  3. 7-Zip CVE-2026-14266 RCE Risk Explained SOCRadar® Cyber Intelligence Inc.
  4. 7-Zip Fixes High-Severity XZ Archive Code Execution Flaw SQ Magazine
  5. CVE-2026-14266: Critical 7-Zip XZ Archive Decoder Vulnerability Enables Remote Code Execution (Patch in 26.02) Rescana
 
I'm celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis. Here's a day in my life running my grocery startup and cooking for my family. - Business Insider - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:05:10 GMT
I'm celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis. Here's a day in my life running my grocery startup and cooking for my family. Business Insider
 
OnePlus leaving the US is a terrifying sign for the future of Android - Android Authority - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. OnePlus leaving the US is a terrifying sign for the future of Android Android Authority
  2. OnePlus Packs Its Bags From the US and Europe, Promises to Support Existing Phones extremetech.com
 
Lamborghini’s Newest Temerarios Wear Their Own Design Sketches - Carscoops - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:50:10 GMT
  1. Lamborghini’s Newest Temerarios Wear Their Own Design Sketches Carscoops
  2. The Quickest Lamborghini Probably Isn't the One You Think Car and Driver
  3. Lamborghini's Newest Custom Supercar Looks Like It Jumped Out Of A Tron Movie CarBuzz
  4. Lamborghini Temerario Ad Personam (2026) NetCarShow.com
  5. Lamborghini's Temerario gets its tailoring on for Goodwood Driven Car Guide
 
"There has to be a reason for people to buy an Xbox" – Senior leadership reinforces commitment to console exclusivity - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:47:45 GMT
  1. "There has to be a reason for people to buy an Xbox" – Senior leadership reinforces commitment to console exclusivity GamesIndustry.biz
  2. "There has to be a reason for people to buy an Xbox": Making sense of Microsoft's messy return to console exclusivity GamesRadar+
  3. OPINION: Xbox's mixed messaging on exclusive games isn't encouraging Windows Central
  4. Xbox's return to exclusives was decided 'very early on' by CEO Asha Sharma TweakTown
  5. Xbox CCO Says Not To 'Overly Fixate' On All Single-Player Games Being Exclusives Pure Xbox
 
Samsung lost the latest global foldable battle, and it wasn't even close - PhoneArena - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:04:08 GMT
  1. Samsung lost the latest global foldable battle, and it wasn't even close PhoneArena
  2. 'The passport-style foldable is the future': how Apple made Samsung change its folding phone plans TechRadar
  3. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Future Is Caught Between Honor And Apple Forbes
  4. Samsung's Foldable Growth Is Impressive — and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Launch Could Push It to Number One Android Headlines
  5. 7 Of The Best Foldable Phones, According To Consumer Reports bgr.com
 
Could Reticulum Power a Post-Internet Network? - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:27 GMT
These days, it is easy to think you always have access to the Internet. But some wonder if — in spite of its ARPANET, nuclear-war-planning heritage — you can actually …read more
 
32 workers at ZA/UM laid off following release of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:13:20 GMT
  1. 32 workers at ZA/UM laid off following release of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Disco Elysium Studio Fires Workers After Failed Game Launch TechPowerUp
  3. ZA/UM Announces Layoffs Two Months After The Launch Of Zero Parades Engadget
  4. ZA/UM Studios to lay off up to 32 workers two months after releasing Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Game Developer
  5. Disco Elysium Studio Lays Off Employees 2 Months After Its New Game's Release 80 Level
 
Google starts informing Android users about a major backup storage change - Android Authority - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:39:00 GMT
  1. Google starts informing Android users about a major backup storage change Android Authority
  2. Google alerts Android users about a major backup storage change Android Police
  3. All Android backup data now counts toward your Google Account storage [Update: Email] 9to5Google
  4. Google makes big change on Android smartphones MyBroadband
  5. How to Keep Android Backups From Filling Up Your Google Drive Storage Lifehacker
 
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phones compared: Which one is right for you? - Gizmochina - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:51:49 GMT
  1. Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phones compared: Which one is right for you? Gizmochina
  2. Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Android Phone Built to Last All Day TechRepublic
  3. Motorola Edge 70 Max is official with a 7,100mAh battery and 6.8-inch display - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Warning—Motorola makes these mistakes with almost all of its smartphones Notebookcheck
  5. Performance that wows and power that lasts: Meet the new motorola edge 70 max Motorola News
 
Seven Ways to Install Magnets Into Your 3D Prints - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Magnets are awesome, so it’s no wonder we love to add them to our 3D prints. Doing so in a way that will actually last is harder, with thermal creep …read more
 
Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky: Legacy announced for Switch, PC - Gematsu - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:31:39 GMT
  1. Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky: Legacy announced for Switch, PC Gematsu
  2. Neoshphere of The Deep-blue Sky: Legacy coming to Nintendo Switch Nintendo Everything
  3. PS2 and PSP Remaster Announced as New Nintendo Switch Console Exclusive ComicBook.com
  4. Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky: Legacy announced for Switch GoNintendo
  5. Neosphere Of The Deep-blue Sky: Legacy Announced For Switch And PC Noisy Pixel
 
Pong-like Cabinet for Classic Dinosaur Jumper - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:02 GMT
Back when Google ran a functional search engine, there used to be all kinds of quirky, fun antics hidden in their products. From Easter eggs in certain search results, to …read more
 
Apple Testing New 'Live Notes' Feature at Genius Bar - MacRumors - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:59:14 GMT
  1. Apple Testing New 'Live Notes' Feature at Genius Bar MacRumors
  2. Apple Has Reportedly Started Recording and AI-Summarizing Conversations at the Genius Bar Gizmodo
  3. Genius Bar AI tools spark concerns over employee monitoring & evaluation AppleInsider
  4. Apple's New Genius Bar AI Audio Recording Tools Spark Surveillance Fears HotHardware
  5. Apple (AAPL) Introduces Live Notes for Enhanced Customer Interac GuruFocus
 
iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in 30+ ways - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:07:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in 30+ ways 9to5Mac
  2. Siri AI beta available now: 7 things to try Mashable
  3. I Was Anti-Siri Until I Tried Siri AI on iOS 27 CNET
  4. You can get Apple’s iOS 27 on your iPhone today. Try these 5 features first Fast Company
  5. Regretting iOS 27 Public Beta? How To Downgrade Your iPhone To iOS 26 Forbes
 
Hackaday Links: July 19, 2026 - Hack a Day Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:00:07 GMT
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We’ll start this week off by giving our congratulations to Skyroot Aerospace of India for successfully launching the country’s first privately developed orbital rocket yesterday. The company’s Vikram-1 booster stands …read more
 
The Kodak EC35 is a pocketable, beginner-friendly 35mm film camera - Engadget Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:15:58 GMT
The $35 camera comes in seven colors and has a slide cover.
 
India's first privately-developed rocket reaches orbit on dramatic debut launch - ArsTechnica Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:11:21 GMT
"On the first attempt, reaching orbit, I never thought it was possible."
 
Critical NGINX Vulnerability Can Crash Workers and May Allow Remote Code Execution - The Hacker News - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:42:00 GMT
  1. Critical NGINX Vulnerability Can Crash Workers and May Allow Remote Code Execution The Hacker News
  2. Active Exploitation Alert: Critical NGINX Vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-42533, CVE-2026-42945) Enable Remote Code Execution and Worker Crashes Rescana
  3. NGINX Map Regex RCE Gets Public Scanner: Patch Now, Full Exploit Due August Tech Times
  4. 15-Year-Old NGINX Vulnerability Lets Attackers Crash Workers and Achieve Remote Code Execution CyberSecurityNews
  5. CVE-2026-42533: Critical Pre-Auth nginx RCE Flaw Found The Cyber Express
 
Android Auto finally starts rolling out a speedometer in Google Maps - 9to5Google - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
  1. Android Auto finally starts rolling out a speedometer in Google Maps 9to5Google
  2. Pigs Started Flying: Google Maps Gets a Speedometer on Android Auto autoevolution
  3. Android Auto is finally getting the Google Maps feature drivers have wanted Android Central
  4. I tried Google Maps' new 3D Immersive View for Android Auto, and it fixed my biggest navigation problems ZDNET
  5. Google Maps on Android Auto finally gets up to speed with this Waze feature Android Authority
 
Apple’s scrapped Mac Pro plans reportedly included a new Intel model - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:10:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s scrapped Mac Pro plans reportedly included a new Intel model 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Reportedly Worked on Two 'Extreme' Chips MacRumors
  3. The Mac Pro nearly received an M3 Extreme chip twice as powerful as M3 Ultra Digital Trends
  4. Apple ‘Extreme’ Mac chips were too good for this RAM-starved world Macworld
  5. Mac Pro could have been vastly more powerful than the Mac Studio AppleInsider
 
Kodak EC35 is a dirt-cheap point-and-shoot film camera - The Verge - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:26:06 GMT
  1. Kodak EC35 is a dirt-cheap point-and-shoot film camera The Verge
  2. The Kodak EC35 35mm Film Camera Brings Back the Iconic Slide Cover PetaPixel
  3. The Kodak EC35 Is A Pocketable, Beginner-Friendly 35mm Film Camera Engadget
  4. Kodak Unveils $35 Camera With Sliding Lens Cover For Ultra-Affordable Photography HotHardware
  5. Kodak’s New 35mm Film Camera Is Absurdly Affordable Gear Patrol
 
Warhammer 40K Next Week: Exodites Join Kill Team, Plus Heresy Squads - Bell of Lost Souls - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:23:05 GMT
  1. Warhammer 40K Next Week: Exodites Join Kill Team, Plus Heresy Squads Bell of Lost Souls
  2. Sunday Preview – Exodites leap from the jungle Warhammer Community
  3. GAMES WORKSHOP UNVEILS NEW 'WARHAMMER 40,000: KILL TEAM' ICv2
  4. After decades hiding in the jungle, 40k's Exodite Aeldari are finally on the horizon wargamer.com
 
NASA shares beautiful timelapse of the Psyche spacecraft's view over Mars - Engadget Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:08:51 GMT
The spacecraft made a close approach to the red planet in May on its way to explore the asteroid it's named after.
 
How To Use Claude's Reflect Dashboard And Learn When It's Time To Touch Grass - Engadget - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
How To Use Claude's Reflect Dashboard And Learn When It's Time To Touch Grass Engadget
 
How To use Claude's Reflect dashboard and learn when it's time to touch grass - Engadget Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Break reminders are your friend.
 
GTA: Vice City Made Playable In GTA 3 In GTA: San Andreas - Kotaku - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:10:47 GMT
  1. GTA: Vice City Made Playable In GTA 3 In GTA: San Andreas Kotaku
  2. GTA 3 and Vice City are now playable inside San Andreas — a mod lets you revisit Liberty City and Vice City without leaving San Andreas Tom's Hardware
  3. A Modder Fits Entire Grand Theft Auto PS2 Trilogy Inside a Single Game, While Rockstar Continues to Prepare GTA 6 Wccftech
  4. This GTA: San Andreas mod lets you play GTA 3 and Vice City on an in-game television XDA
  5. Modder Played GTA: Vice City on a GTA III Texture, Launched Inside GTA: San Andreas ixbt.games
 
Steam gives away free 89% rated story rich RPG for a limited time - GAMINGbible - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Steam gives away free 89% rated story rich RPG for a limited time GAMINGbible
  2. The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante Is Free To Keep And Steam Deck Verified Steam Deck HQ
  3. You can play the worst game of 2025 from an ex-GTA producer for free on Steam ixbt.games
  4. The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante Is Free on Steam games.gg
  5. Get The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante for Free for a Limited Time GameGrin
 
Apple's Latest Price Increases Go Beyond Macs and iPads - MacRumors - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:50:00 GMT
  1. Apple's Latest Price Increases Go Beyond Macs and iPads MacRumors
  2. Apple raises prices for Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Music hikes subscription prices citing ‘rising licensing costs’ Music Business Worldwide
  4. Apple Music is getting a price hike The Verge
  5. Is Apple One worth it in summer 2026 after the latest price increases? AppleInsider
 
Are You Sick of All the Fake Amazon Brands? Try This Free Browser Extension - CNET Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:32:41 GMT
I tried the new Knockoff extension to filter out all the cheaply made junk I don’t want to buy.
 
Swatch’s MoonSwatch ESTA could change hype watch launches forever - Time+Tide Watches - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:30:54 GMT
  1. Swatch’s MoonSwatch ESTA could change hype watch launches forever Time+Tide Watches
  2. Introducing: The Swatch Mission To The Moon 1969 MoonSwatch Hodinkee
  3. Omega and Swatch releasing limited gold MoonSwatch for 1,969 buyers qz.com
  4. What are the 32 questions you need to answer to get the new MoonSwatch? Lifestyle Asia
  5. Swatch’s New Gold MoonSwatch Solves the Problem of the Nightmare Royal Pop Launch WIRED
 
July 23 is about to be a super busy day for millions of gamers - Polygon.com - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:30:12 GMT
  1. July 23 is about to be a super busy day for millions of gamers Polygon.com
  2. Out this week: Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Splatoon Raiders, CULTIC, Disgaea Mayhem, Dodo Duckie, more Games Asylum
  3. Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for July 23, 2026 Nintendo Everything
  4. 7 big new video games out this week – PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Switch ScreenHub Australia
  5. This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Splatoon Raiders, The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten: Memorial Vacation, more Gematsu
 
Infrared tech is decades old – why does almost every TV remote use it? - Engadget Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Bluetooth may seem the obvious next step in the remote's evolution, but there are reasons that infrared hasn't died out.
 
Orchid is a delightfully retro and approachable hipster synth - The Verge - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:15:00 GMT
Orchid is a delightfully retro and approachable hipster synth The Verge
 
Testing imminent for 2028 IndyCar - RACER - Racing News - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:49:00 GMT
Testing imminent for 2028 IndyCar RACER - Racing News
 
FBI arrests 21-year-old accused of infecting 8,000 PCs with malware through fake Steam games - TechSpot Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:41:00 GMT

The suspect, identified by the FBI as Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins, is accused of running a sophisticated cybercrime operation with unnamed co-conspirators for nearly two years. The group allegedly infected around 8,000 PCs by embedding malware in at least eight video games. Investigators believe they stole at least $220,000 from...

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Xbox Studio Leaders Reportedly Detest Game Pass, Arguing it Destroyed the Value of Their $40+ Games Now Available for Pennies - Wccftech - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Xbox Studio Leaders Reportedly Detest Game Pass, Arguing it Destroyed the Value of Their $40+ Games Now Available for Pennies Wccftech
  2. Why Xbox pushed ahead with Game Pass even though studio heads "detest" it Windows Central
  3. Many Xbox studio managers hate Game Pass, and Microsoft may stop adding games to the subscription on release - insider ixbt.games
  4. COLUMN: Game Pass: The subscription service that's killing Xbox The Lawton Constitution
  5. XBOX Game Pass Could Lose Day-One Releases for First-Party Titles Because Some Executives Hate the Service, Reliable Source Says levelup.com
 
Valve Replaces Stolen $1,300 Steam Machine After Post Office Allegedly Leaves It Outside - TheGamer - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:51:00 GMT
  1. Valve Replaces Stolen $1,300 Steam Machine After Post Office Allegedly Leaves It Outside TheGamer
  2. Stolen $1,300 Steam Machine Is A Reminder To Buy A Video Doorbell HotHardware
  3. Steam Machine Won't Get Cheaper - Valve Warns of Further RAM Price Increases ixbt.games
  4. Valve replaces stolen Steam Machine after Royal Mail left £1,000 package on a doorstep TweakTown
  5. Valve Sends Replacement Steam Machine After Delivery Company Leaves Package to Be Stolen MP1st
 
Nvidia may have RTX 5000 Super GPUs ready, but costly 3GB GDDR7 is holding them back - TechSpot Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:33:00 GMT

The latest RTX 5000 Super story, which comes from VideoCardz, claims that Nvidia has told the board partner holding onto the card that it can't be released yet because of the price of 3GB GDDR7 memory components.

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Are OLED TVs still worth the premium in 2026? - Engadget Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
OLED displays are the best of the best in many ways, but in some scenarios, "lesser" technology really shines.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Pricing Can Dominate Market And Start A New Super Cycle - Forbes - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:16:31 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Pricing Can Dominate Market And Start A New Super Cycle Forbes
  2. iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, iPhone 18 Pro details, more Mashable
  3. Exclusive: Diagnostics log confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max camera specs ahead of launch Notebookcheck
  4. Apple’s iPhone 18 AI bet hides a pricing trap thestreet.com
  5. iPhone 18 Pro is just two months away, but you probably shouldn’t wait for it 9to5Mac
 
Xbox Game Pass Is Getting Worse on July 31, and Subscribers Are Ready to Cancel - ComicBook.com - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:10:00 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass Is Getting Worse on July 31, and Subscribers Are Ready to Cancel ComicBook.com
  2. Eight Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass In Late July 2026 Pure Xbox
  3. XBOX Game Pass Losing 8 More Games in July Insider Gaming
  4. Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Have Until July 31 to Play These 7 Games Analytics Insight
  5. Xbox Games Pass losing 8 more games this month Polygon.com
 
FedEx Delivery Driver Falling Into a Front Yard Pool Outside a Georgia Home Shows What Seconds of Screen Distraction Can Do - Yahoo - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:00:15 GMT
  1. FedEx Delivery Driver Falling Into a Front Yard Pool Outside a Georgia Home Shows What Seconds of Screen Distraction Can Do Yahoo
  2. FedEx driver plays it cool after tumbling into pool Central Oregon Daily
 
8 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar - Gear Patrol - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
8 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar Gear Patrol
 
Garmin CIRQA to launch at a significantly lower price than expected, according to Garmin’s official database - Notebookcheck - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:50:00 GMT
  1. Garmin CIRQA to launch at a significantly lower price than expected, according to Garmin’s official database Notebookcheck
  2. Garmin Cirqa Teased On Garmin’s Own Website Ahead Of Release Forbes
  3. Garmin CIRQA Priced at $199.99 in Garmin’s Own Backend, With Eight SKUs and Global Pricing Garmin Rumors
  4. Leak Suggests Garmin CIRQA Fitness Tracker Could Feature EDA Sensors Geeky Gadgets
  5. Garmin CIRQA: What We Know and What to Expect the5krunner
 
As mosquito ranges expand, better monitoring is key to preventing disease - ArsTechnica Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:19:31 GMT
Monitoring is expensive and labor intensive. But it helps public health officials stop outbreaks.
 
Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing Over 100 - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks.
 
How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify - WIRED - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify WIRED
 
How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A recent update made video playback the default for songs and podcasts with a visual component. If you just want to listen to music—and save your data and battery—follow these tips.
 
The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Over 20) - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:32:00 GMT
Get those lost minerals back with the help of our top electrolyte powders, tablets, drops, and chews for athletes, partiers, and everyone in between.
 
Google and Apple are clashing with the EU over the future of AI assistants - CNN - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:30:26 GMT
  1. Google and Apple are clashing with the EU over the future of AI assistants CNN
  2. Google Ordered to Give A.I. Rivals More Access on Android Smartphones The New York Times
  3. It’s official: EU will force Google to share search data and open up AI on Android Ars Technica
  4. Europe tells Google it must open Android phones to rivals’ AI bots The Washington Post
  5. How the EU is targeting Big Tech's AI monopoly euractiv.com
 
The Search for Another Earth-Like Planet Just Took a Big Step Forward - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Astronomers have discovered a rocky exoplanet that has an atmosphere and sits within the habitable zone of a solar system.
 
FIFA’s World Cup Halftime Show Puts American-Style Spectacle on the World Stage - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Organizers want the show to be the most-viewed halftime show in history. Having Shakira, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, and BTS will surely help—but do soccer fans want it?
 
How To Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals: Spain vs. Argentina - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The end of the FIFA Men’s World Cup is nigh. Here’s how to watch the final games and the first ever World Cup halftime show.
 
LibreOffice once again slams Microsoft for using "lock-in" with Office files - XDA - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:02:12 GMT
  1. LibreOffice once again slams Microsoft for using "lock-in" with Office files XDA
  2. The Document Foundation says Microsoft's file formats keep users on a short leash The Register
  3. LibreOffice warns again about lock-in with Microsoft Techzine Global
  4. LibreOffice developer criticizes Microsoft for proprietary Office formats again Neowin
  5. LibreOffice says Microsoft 'lock-in' with Office files is hurting users around the globe TechRadar
 
How to spot AI images: A fact-checker's guide - Snopes.com - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:04:51 GMT
How to spot AI images: A fact-checker's guide Snopes.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
France doubles down on restricting access to Polymarket - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:41:51 GMT
The country's gambling authority ordered ISPs to block access to the prediction market's website.
 
Apple has banned home service content on upcoming Maps ads - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The company may be trying to save ad space for local businesses.
 
ZA/UM announces layoffs two months after the launch of Zero Parades - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:55:18 GMT
Up to 32 employees were affected by the studio's recent decision.
 
WordPress Core "wp2shell" RCE flaws get public exploits, patch now - BleepingComputer - Google Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:22:47 GMT
  1. WordPress Core "wp2shell" RCE flaws get public exploits, patch now BleepingComputer
  2. CVE-2026-63030: wp2shell a Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in WordPress Core Rapid7
  3. Hackers are exploiting recently patched WordPress bugs, putting millions of websites at risk TechCrunch
  4. ⚡ Weekly Recap: WordPress RCE, SonicWall 0-Days, AI Service Attacks, SharePoint 0-Day and More The Hacker News
  5. Cloudflare WAF protects WordPress applications from two high-severity vulnerabilities The Cloudflare Blog
 
Scalpers Selling 'Times Square Mewtwo' For $10,000 On eBay - Kotaku - Google Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:00:39 GMT
  1. Scalpers Selling 'Times Square Mewtwo' For $10,000 On eBay Kotaku
  2. Pokémon Go Changed the World. These Are the 10 Moments I’ll Never Forget PCMag
  3. The Road Trip Haunted By Pokémon Go And The Hit Game That Made A Summer Stranger Kotaku
  4. Peachtree City’s Hidden Gyms: Pokemon Go Keeps Locals on the Go TheCitizen.com
  5. National Trust partners with Pokémon GO for its 10th anniversary The Pink Un
 
X and music publishers quietly settle opposing lawsuits - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:56:17 GMT
The original lawsuit was filed in 2023 and claimed Twitter hosted thousands of cases of copyright infringement.
 
Bethesda confirms Fallout 5, Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters, and new Obsidian Fallout game - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:33:00 GMT

Bethesda has confirmed that Fallout 5, remastered versions of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, and a new Fallout title from Obsidian Entertainment are in various stages of development. Further details remain scarce, and at least some of these projects are likely years away, but Microsoft and Bethesda are aiming...

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The Same 5G Network Your Phone Uses Can Identify and Track Rogue Drones - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:01:10 GMT
In a proof-of-concept demonstration, AT&T and Ericsson showed how existing 5G networks can track aerial objects that might threaten public safety.
 
Column | Say More: I’m heartbroken my in-laws have chosen guns over grandkid visits - The Washington Post - Google Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Column | Say More: I’m heartbroken my in-laws have chosen guns over grandkid visits The Washington Post
 
How does the Apple Watch water lock feature actually work? - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
The water lock feature on Apple Watches automatically activates when you're swimming, but what does it do?
 
India fined HP $14.4 million for rigging government bids and fixing ink and toner prices - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:24:00 GMT

The case centers on how bids were handled on the Government e-Marketplace, the country's main public procurement platform. According to the regulator, HP India and five resellers coordinated their bids to increase the likelihood that one of them would win government contracts.

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GameStop now makes more money from Pokemon cards than video games - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:57:00 GMT

During an interview with Bloomberg News, Cohen was asked whether he worries about his company's future in an era when publishers are increasingly pivoting to digital-only releases. Cohen replied that the decline of physical games would not hurt GameStop because "software makes up less than 12%" of the company's overall business.

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Converting your Android Auto to wireless is easy with an adapter - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Cutting the cord in your car is a simple upgrade.
 
Chinese solar company says its new cell has an efficiency of 35.5 percent - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:01 GMT
Chinese company LONGi has developed crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells with a 35.5 percent conversion efficiency.
 
San Francisco warns Apple and Google to stop profiting from AI nudify apps - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:51:00 GMT

Chiu sent cease-and-desist letters to the two tech giants on Thursday, demanding that they remove eight apps from Apple's App Store and five from Google Play.

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AI-run 'utopias,' Moss in 2D and other new indie games worth checking out - Engadget Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Enjoy our weekend guide to the best indie games worth checking out.
 
Will AI fix prior authorization—or make it worse? - ArsTechnica Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:18:25 GMT
The government is piloting a program that uses AI for insurance-coverage decisions.
 
4 Best Walking Pads for Small Spaces and Standing Desks (2026) - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Our remote team clocked serious hours walking, working, and sometimes jogging to find the best under-desk treadmills for home offices and small spaces.
 
Your Period Tracker Is (Probably) Spying on You - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Russian cyberspies turn to infrastructure hacking, DHS repeatedly fails to realize it’d been hacked, a breach exposes an AI music generator’s scraping ways, and more.
 
The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.
 
How Google’s New Gemini Rates Work and How to Track Your Usage - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Now that Google has changed how its usage quotas are tallied, you might not get as many AI responses as you did before.
 
FIFA Doesn’t Have a Plan to Deal With Climate Change - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
This year’s World Cup has faced sweltering heat and humidity. Now it may need to deal with wildfire smoke.
 
Balmuda NatureWind Studio Review: A Better Breeze - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:32:00 GMT
Balmuda has engineered a remarkably pleasant breeze with its new NatureWind Studio, but is it worth hundreds more than its competition?
 
The Best Tech for Back to School - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:01:00 GMT
Get ready to crush your coursework or scoot to class in style with these back-to-school gear picks.
 
Prompt Injection Attacks Are Thwarting AI Hacking Agents - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
“Context bombing” tricks malicious AI agents into shutting down before they can do harm.
 
iPhone owners hit 87% loyalty rate this year, Android-to-iPhone switching drops to 12% - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:26:00 GMT

According to the latest survey by analysts at Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP), the share of iPhone owners who upgraded from another iPhone, as opposed to those switching over from Android, rose this year. The figures suggest Apple users are at least satisfied enough to stick with iOS, while a...

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SteelSeries Coupon Codes: 15% Off in July 2026 - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best SteelSeries coupon codes, promo codes, and discount codes for May 2026. Get deals on headsets, keyboards, and mice, including first-order and student discounts.
 
Astronomers Found the First Atmosphere on a Planet in Another Star’s Habitable Zone - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:32:40 GMT
Science has discovered around 6,000 planets, and this is the first one, other than Earth, that is rocky and has an atmosphere.
 
You’ve Probably Watched One of the 300 Titles on Netflix Produced With AI - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:37:16 GMT
The streaming video company with the world’s most subscribers has leaned quickly into AI-assisted production.
 
Apple Is Raising Prices on Music and One Bundle Subscriptions - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:28:09 GMT
It’s getting even more expensive to be an Apple loyalist.
 
EU Orders Google to Open Android to AI Rivals and to Share Search Data - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:13:13 GMT
The European Union is using its Digital Markets Act to crack down on big tech companies that aren’t being fair.
 
Meta Used AI to Illegally Fire Pregnant and Disabled People, Lawsuit Alleges - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:55:26 GMT
Former Meta employees allege the company penalized them for taking medical leave.
 
Tesla Created a $225 Balance Bike for Tots, and It’s Already Sold Out - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:11:02 GMT
The bike isn’t motorized and is completely toddler-powered.
 
AWS Billing Glitch Hits Customers With Billion-Dollar Fees - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:50:38 GMT
An error with the cloud computing giant’s billing operation caused some customers’ monthly bills to rise from a few cents to billions of dollars.
 
Google-backed satellites for wildfire detection launch as smoke chokes US, Canada - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:50:18 GMT
The FireSat program can spot wildfires that other satellites miss.
 
The Pentagon's Space Development Agency hasn't moved as fast as anyone would like - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:19:42 GMT
"Missiles are being launched at the joint force every single day in [Operation] Epic Fury."
 
What Cities From Chicago to Washington, DC, Look Like Under a Blanket of Wildfire Smoke - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:17:46 GMT
The US is home to some of the most polluted air on the planet as smoke from 120 out-of-control Canadian wildfires drifts across the border.
 
Hegseth wants a "High-T" military; doctors call it a clinical minefield - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:53:11 GMT
"We're turning the clock back on rational healthcare."
 
AI Chatbot Responses Often Mirror Government Censorship, Report Finds - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:52:31 GMT
When providing information about countries with restricted speech, the AI models behind chatbots and agents often sidestep prompts or offer responses trained on censored materials.
 
Taco Bell iceberg lettuce identified as source of cyclosporiasis in 5 states - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:45:23 GMT
Don't eat Taco Bell lettuce in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, or West Virginia.
 
Polymarket’s Corporate Structure Is a Mystery—Even to Some of Its Former Employees - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The prediction market’s Panamanian operation seems odd, even for a company whose CEO had his apartment raided by FBI agents.
 
Spotify is deleting millions of AI-generated music tracks to fend off spammers - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:01:00 GMT

Spotify's Sam Duboff recently revealed that the platform was forced to remove 75 million AI-generated tracks in 2025 alone. As Spotify's senior director and global head of marketing, policy, and music business, Duboff believes that AI has not introduced any entirely new tactics for spam operations. However, he also argues...

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ICE Is Using Data Broker Tools to ‘Identify Unaccompanied Minors’ and ‘Fraud’ - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:47:05 GMT
A newly renewed, $25 million-per-year contract with a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters further expands the power of ICE under the Trump administration.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
Following the questions where they lead - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:25:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Bailey Flanigan has arrived at complex computational methods for helping democracy thrive.
 
Chinese memory maker CXMT's output has grown from 40,000 to 720,000 wafers in a few years, and it's closing in on Micron - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:14:00 GMT

According to a new report from Citrini Research, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) is growing much faster than expected. The Chinese memory and IDM manufacturer is expected to produce between 350,000 and 375,000 DRAM wafers per month by the end of 2026.

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‘The Odyssey’ Backlash Failed Tremendously - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:09:13 GMT
For all the hysteria over “woke” casting and ahistorical choices, Christopher Nolan’s epic is on track to make $200 million globally during its opening weekend.
 
Troubling new details emerge on diabetes ouster controversy - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:08:05 GMT
American Diabetes Association blocked publication of op-ed articles so the authors posted them as a preprint.
 
Will Russia's answer to the Falcon 9 rocket ever take flight? - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:42:19 GMT
Grasshopper-like tests could begin in 2028.
 
OnePlus confirms exit from US and European markets, will replace OxygenOS with ColorOS - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:32:00 GMT

OnePlus also assured existing users that it will honor all warranty coverage and that eligible devices will be repaired through its authorized service centers in accordance with its standard warranty and support obligations. Eligible OnePlus devices will also continue receiving Android updates and security patches under the company's existing software...

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How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:31:13 GMT
Catch Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and more during the championship game on Sunday.
 
Fubo hikes prices by $15 after restoring some NBCU channels lost in November - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:24:21 GMT
Fubo subscribers still don't have Versant channels.
 
San Francisco orders Apple, Google to remove nudify apps from app stores - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:10:05 GMT
Official estimates Google and Apple likely made millions in nudify app fees.
 
Apple vs. Open AI Explained: The Battle for AI Gadgets Begins With a Juicy Lawsuit - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:56 GMT
Ah, so that’s why we didn’t hear about ChatGPT at WWDC this year.
 
How to Change the Most Annoying iOS 27 Settings on Your iPhone - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:55 GMT
You can tone down Liquid Glass, shorten Siri AI’s memory and stop subtitles from automatically appearing in videos.
 
Siri AI vs. Old Siri on Apple Watch: It Wasn’t Even Close - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:37 GMT
The WatchOS 27 public beta is here, and Apple’s revamped assistant finally does what Siri should have been doing all along.
 
Ars is looking for a senior technology reporter, and you might be it! - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:52:28 GMT
Desktops, laptops, phones, CPUs, GPUs, NAS—if you know this stuff, come work for us!
 
Japan's first national AI factory will use 27,500 GPUs across 382 Vera Rubin racks - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:47:00 GMT

In total, the project calls for 27,500 Rubin GPUs and 13,750 Vera CPUs connected through Spectrum-X Ethernet networking. The system is designed to handle the training of trillion-parameter models as capacity ramps up.

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Apple's OLED iPad mini could arrive this October, kicking off a major iPad overhaul - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:06:00 GMT

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is aiming to release a revised iPad mini with an OLED display by October. Meanwhile, a new version of the standard iPad is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2027, followed by an OLED-equipped iPad Air and a new iPad Pro in...

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Lyft’s CEO Says, ‘We’re the Good Uber’ - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
David Risher insists that Lyft has lowered its prices and that customers who only check his competitor’s app are “leaving money on the table.”
 
The Best New Camping Gear at REI (2026): Tents, Coolers, Bikes, More - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:55:29 GMT
I tested REI’s best new and revamped outdoor gear of 2026. Here’s what’s worth buying, from tents and sleeping bags to coolers and bikes.
 
The EU is forcing Google to give rival AI assistants the same access as Gemini on Android - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:25:00 GMT

The stakes are high. Android powers about 60% of smartphones in the European Union, and AI companies see those devices as the primary gateway for turning chatbots into everyday assistants. The deeper a service is integrated into a device – reading the screen, handling messages, and interacting with other apps...

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Conspiracy Theorists Think Trump’s Speech Paves the Path to the Insurrection Act - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:48:38 GMT
Election deniers have spent years promoting the idea that the 2020 election was stolen. They believe Donald Trump’s speech finally proves them right.
 
This Lenovo laptop is the first to use inkjet-printed OLED, a technology that could make OLED screens cheaper - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:44:00 GMT

Lenovo's R9000P laptop, the world's first to feature an IJP OLED screen, is now available in China, starting at around $1,300. It remains unclear when the laptop or any other IJP OLED model might appear globally, but the device raises hopes that the technology will soon lead to cheaper OLED...

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Over 4,500 Google workers demand layoff protections as Alphabet's value hits $4.3 trillion - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:12:00 GMT

Like many other companies invested in the AI boom, Google is enjoying plenty of success right now. Parent company Alphabet's latest quarter produced $109.9 billion in revenue, up 22%, while operating income rose 30% to $39.7 billion. It's also the third-largest company in the world by market cap with a $4.3 trillion valuation.

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A Doom developer says Microsoft "destroyed an immense amount of value" at id Software - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:41:00 GMT

In an interview with Game Developer, the unnamed developer, who was one of the 3,200 Xbox employees fired by Microsoft earlier this month, criticized Redmond for announcing the job cuts a day before the launch of the new Doom DLC. The layoffs accounted for 20% of the total staff at...

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Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:06:00 GMT
We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED’s team of testers for the essential gear to keep on hand in case of wildfires, earthquakes, and lord knows what else.
 
GTA 6 hacker who was sentenced to life in a secure hospital is moved to prison ahead of retrial - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Back in September 2022, one of the biggest leaks of all time hit the internet when over 90 videos and screenshots of the still-unreleased GTA 6 were posted to the GTAForums. They originated from a then-18-year-old hacker who also claimed to be behind an Uber breach that occurred a few days earlier.

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5 Best Smart Speakers (2026): Alexa, Google, Apple - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Looking to add a smart speaker to your house? Here’s which to choose, whether you’re an Alexa, Siri, or Gemini fan.
 
The report oil companies are worried about: Climate attribution science - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:10 GMT
New report says our ability to tie weather damages to climate change is improving.
 
FCC took pricey gifts from Paramount as the company needed approval for deals - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:15:55 GMT
FCC chair has been gifted at least $63,000 worth of tickets by CBS or its parent company.
 
Researchers synchronize 105,000 tiny magnetic oscillators in 45 nanoseconds, pointing to faster, low-power computing - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Each oscillator is tiny, just 10 to 20 nanometers wide. There's no external clock running the show. Once the grid gets nudged, the oscillators fall into sync on their own, using nothing but their natural magnetic spin. Think of ripples spreading across a pond until the whole surface moves the...

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2026 Lucid Gravity Touring review: A strong act 2 - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:30 GMT
Quick, comfortable, roomy, and agile for a large electric SUV.
 
Valve Steam Machine Review: A Compromised Console - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Great for indie darlings, but Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo remain kings of TV gaming.
 
Panasonic Japanese Microwave Review (2026): True 1-Button Cooking - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:34:00 GMT
The Japanese Microwave measures food temperature directly, and stops cooking when food’s hot. It’s kinda terrific.
 
23 Best Gifts for Cooks (2026): Vitamix, Frying Pans, Air Fryers - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:34:00 GMT
From the best air fryer to frying pans to knife sharpeners anyone can use, these ideas will keep the curious home chef in your life tinkering away.
 
A $10K Bounty Aims to Make Sony’s PlayStation 5 a Computer Again - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Nice PlayStation you got. Bet it could probably run Linux too.
 
New York school deploys AI teaching robot from company linked to sex bots - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:17:00 GMT

Located on the Seneca Nation reservation, the rural district will be one of the first to use the humanoid robot, part of Realbotix's M-Series and named Sally. It's integrated with Optio, Realbotix's AI-powered teaching assistant, which can be accessed by students off-site for out-of-hours learning.

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San Francisco Demands Apple and Google Delete AI ‘Nudify’ Apps From App Stores - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The City Attorney’s Office sent the tech giants cease-and-desist letters this week telling them to stop profiting from 13 “face-swap” apps that are overwhelmingly used to target women and girls.
 
The Group Behind ‘2000 Mules’ Is Back With Another Election Conspiracy Film - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
True the Vote is working with a Detroit pastor to produce a new documentary called Trapped, based on claims that have already been thrown out in court.
 
The CDC Has a Cyclospora Lab. DOGE Downsized It Last Year - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:15:00 GMT
“Based on simple math, these outbreak responses—which require rapid, timely responses—are going to be greatly diminished,” the former CDC lab director tells WIRED.
 
A Humanoid Company Backed by Eric Trump Is Preparing Its Robots for War - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The CEO of Foundation Future Industries, which counts the president’s son as its chief strategy adviser, tells WIRED it’s exploring some “kinetic things.”
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition Review - TechSpot Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:02:00 GMT
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is back at $350. It looks overpriced, but for AM4 owners facing costly DDR5 upgrades, this four-year-old CPU may still be the smartest path to modern gaming performance today.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this July.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 50% Off in July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this July.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Walmart Promo Codes: Up to 65% Off for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score $10 off with our Walmart promo codes and coupon, and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more July 2026 discounts.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 50% Off in July 2026 - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
You Can Now Star in Your Own AI Videos Using Google Vids - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:55:04 GMT
Google’s AI-powered editing tool and its new personal avatars feature let you cast yourself in videos without ever needing a camera.
 
A Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Is Spreading. Should You Stop Eating Salad? - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:53:43 GMT
Salad greens are the suspected source of the growing cyclospora outbreak, with officials warning people to avoid eating iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell locations in five states.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
New Lawsuit Filed Against Apple for ‘Hide My Email’ Privacy Vulnerability - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:45:17 GMT
A major flaw in Apple’s Hide My Email feature exposes users’ real email addresses to anyone who can look them up online.
 
New Smart Ring Says It Can Deliver Accurate Blood Pressure Tracking Without a Cuff - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 01:30:20 GMT
The $399 Signal Ring by Vital Signals claims to deliver cuffless, calibration-free blood pressure readings from the finger.
 
Siri AI Helped Me Avoid Eating Diarrhea Lettuce - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:36:44 GMT
The iPhone’s virtual assistant got a glow-up with iOS 27 and finally lives up to Apple’s 2011 promise. In my early testing, Siri is just here to get things done.
 
The PS3 emulator that shouldn't exist can now play 75% of the console's game library - TechSpot Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:06:00 GMT

The RPCS3 team has confirmed that 75% of all PlayStation 3 games are now "playable" on PC. The emulator reached the milestone while its developers continue to vow new features, fixes, and code optimizations to further improve compatibility and reliability across an increasingly diverse computer ecosystem.

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OpenAI's first hardware product is a $230 mini keypad for AI coding - TechSpot Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:47:00 GMT

Late last year, OpenAI announced a partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive to build a screen-free AI gadget. Details are still pending, but the company said the gadget would be equipped with multiple cameras and sensors for spatial awareness. This is not that, but something else entirely.

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For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
iOS 27 Public Beta: It’s… Fine I Guess? - CNET Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:06:40 GMT
Even if you don’t use AI, I found some useful features in the iOS 27 beta. They’re smaller, quality-of-life changes, but you won’t want to skip them.
 
3 Questions: Neural transparency and the future of AI design - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:25:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Pat Pataranutaporn describes a new interface that lets everyday users glimpse inside an AI's neural network before their chatbot ever says a word.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
3D-printed bridge points the way to greener construction - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a framework that folds a printer’s real-world limits into the optimization, while revealing that better hardware could sharply reduce material use.
 
Electric fields help guide neural activity, even from moment to moment - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:25:00 GMT
A new study adds evidence that electric fields in the brain help to organize and shape underlying neural activity via “ephaptic coupling.”
 
People’s Picks TV Winners: Upgrading Your TV Soon? CNET Readers Have a Favorite Brand - CNET Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:01:00 GMT
Two brands win readers over, but for different reasons.
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Helping AI models to meet the real world - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:25:00 GMT
Through research and entrepreneurship, Professor Devavrat Shah is helping to design methods that can handle constant decision-making using limited computational resources.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
How visual learning happens in the brain - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Scientists find that learning to identify a new object subtly reshapes visual processing in the brain.
 
Can AI build a jet engine? JARVIS Challenge tests role of AI copilots in tough-tech engineering - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT students designed, built, and tested a jet engine with AI copilots, assessing AI’s usefulness in developing high-performance aerospace systems.
 
My Top College Dorm Device Picks I’ve Tried Out at Home - CNET Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:53 GMT
Upgrade your dorm room with smart lights, voice assistants and security sensors, all at reasonable prices.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
Arthur Bahr named head of MIT’s Literature Section - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2007, the scholar of medieval literature explores how different parts of physical manuscripts combine to create interest and meaning.
 
How MIT students are helping to prevent cyberattacks - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:10:00 GMT
Students from the MIT Cybersecurity Clinic help local governments and other vulnerable organizations defend against digital threats.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
Discovery could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient digital displays - MIT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Researchers found a simple solution for extending the lifespans of LEDs made from glowing microscopic particles called quantum dots.
 
Age rating questionnaire now includes social media questions - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:00:01 GMT
As announced in June, new Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media.
 
MIT-led project opens first climate shelter in Bangladesh - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The Jameel Observatory-CREWSnet project opens a solar-powered “adaptation fortress” in Satkhira, a region facing severe and growing climate threats.
 
New flapping robot swims and flies like a diving bird - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ design could lead to a new class of aerial-aquatic vehicles for ocean exploration.
 
Beyond the pitch: The founder’s journey - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:35:00 GMT
An MIT mechanical engineering course explores entrepreneurship through lessons and stories shared by alumni startup founders.
 
A baseball-sized sensor can detect chemical threats - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:10:00 GMT
The “TOSSIT” device, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, can warn service members and first responders of dangerous vapors and aerosols.
 
Tiny robot boats build floating structures - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:50:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed FloatForm, a swarm of small aquatic robots that snap together like ants forming a raft, assembling into reconfigurable structures on the water.
 
Bringing the data to every sideline - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Henry Wang works with FIFA and other organizations to advance the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed.
 
Ana Miljački named head of the Department of Architecture - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In this leadership role, Miljački seeks to shepherd a collective commitment to transform the present into a better future.
 
MIT engineers whip up a more breathable hydrogel - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.
 
MIT researcher proposes a way to detect nuclear weapons in space - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty bans nuclear weapons in space, but there’s currently no way to verify that satellites aren’t carrying them.
 
The brain’s internal ruler - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:40:00 GMT
A simple brain circuit measures objects’ distance from the body using touch signals from a rodent’s whiskers, MIT scientists find.
 
Hello Developer: July 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:15 GMT
In this edition:
 
Many black holes had past lives, new research shows - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Physicists have found signs of colliding black holes that are themselves products of previous black hole smash-ups.
 
Discovery helps explain why solid-state batteries often fail - MIT Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
New research could help prevent the formation of tiny seeds of lithium metal within the electrolyte, enabling batteries that charge faster and last longer.
 
Lerna Ekmekcioglu named head of MIT’s History Section - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2011, Ekmekcioglu examines how communities survive, adapt, remember, and make claims on justice under difficult political conditions.
 
MIT in the media: Innovating and educating for the next 250 years of America - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.
 
How urban design leads to better wellness - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An extensive study of U.S. cities identifies walkable neighborhoods, urban greenery, and access to amenities as key contributors to residents’ health.
 
A portable ultrasound system could make reliable breast imaging more accessible - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technology, which generates high-resolution, 3D images of breast tissue, requires no expertise to operate and could be used at home.
 
The brain’s language network is more extensive than previously thought - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals that parts of the brain located far from the canonical language-processing centers are also involved in language comprehension.
 
MIT-Kalaniyot program expands, with new cohort of scholars - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The innovative effort bringing researchers from Israel to campus keeps growing while enhancing community connections and academic inquiry.
 
Q&A: What is agentic AI today, and what do we want it to be? - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist Phillip Isola cuts through the hype to explain how AI agents work and what the future might hold for this rapidly advancing technology.
 
Scientists find ozone depletion began decades before discovery of ozone hole - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Using modern tools, they also determined that carbon tetrachloride, used as a dry-cleaning and degreasing agent as early as the 1930s, was at the root of early ozone loss.
 
Graphene can hold multiple states of superconductivity, a new study finds - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
What’s more, the superconducting states get stronger under conditions expected to kill them.
 
How data centers can better manage energy use - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests flexibility in the timing of electricity consumption could lower consumer costs.
 
Listening for the echoes of black holes - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By analyzing X-ray reverberations and other astrophysical data, Erin Kara seeks to understand the most extreme objects in the universe.
 
MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.
 
Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
Improving the speed and energy-efficiency of AI agents - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new system, known as Murakkab, optimizes the design and deployment of multistep workflows that power AI applications.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
What happens when environmental change outpaces life’s ability to adapt? - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new model links Earth’s mass extinctions to mismatches between rates of environmental change and biological adaptation.
 
Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:01 GMT
Apple design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27. These include:
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:54 GMT
Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Technology Commission. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Changes to iOS in Brazil - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:05 GMT
As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning with iOS 26.5, 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 domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email - Apple Developer Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:28 GMT
Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
Find out what's new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:20:01 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms and create even more unique, intelligent experiences in your apps and games with major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services. The latest SDKs bring incredible new features, including platform design refinements, powerful Apple Intelligence capabilities, and new AI development frameworks.
 
Introducing Time Allowances - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:19:33 GMT
New Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media. Time Allowances are developed based on expert research and tailored to a child’s age to give parents a helpful starting point. Parents can adjust these settings based on what they determine is best for their child. Time Allowance categories are different from categories for user discovery on the App Store.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:18:33 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Update for Apps Distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:22 GMT
Due to a recent court ruling lifting an injunction on Texas law SB 2420, new Apple Accounts in Texas are now subject to the law, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. As previously announced, this includes age assurance and parent or guardian consent on behalf of minors under the age of 18 for downloads, Apple In-App Purchases, and significant changes associated with an app. Parents or guardians will also be able to revoke their consent for any app they previously approved for their child. These changes will go into effect starting June 4, 2026.
 
Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:13 GMT
Apple Developer Centers are dedicated spaces designed for in-person developer sessions, labs, workshops, and appointments across a wide range of Apple technologies and platforms.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Join us in celebrating these extraordinary apps and games.
 
All systems glow - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:22 GMT
WWDC26 is just one week away. Get ready for five days of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 26 May 2026 18:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 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 to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam - Apple Developer Thu, 21 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT
Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple developers across the community.
 
Coming bright up - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:22 GMT
Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.
 
Hello Developer: May 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:26 GMT
A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if your organization holds the paid membership, creating your own free account gives you direct access to downloads and support resources.
 
Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability - Apple Developer Fri, 08 May 2026 16:30:46 GMT
Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). If any of your apps include these features (indicated by selecting “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect), you’ll need to provide this license. Keep in mind that answering “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire will set your Brazil age rating to A18.
 
To those who build community - Apple Developer Tue, 05 May 2026 00:31:09 GMT
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community.
 
Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. How to Claim Part of the Settlement - CNET Mon, 04 May 2026 19:27:56 GMT
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing.
 
F1 Is One of the Loudest Sports on Earth. This Is What Audiologists Recommend to Protect Your Hearing at the Belgian Grand Prix - CNET Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:01:01 GMT
Here’s how McLaren protects its team and what experts want F1 fans to know before race day.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
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.
 
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.
 
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
In this edition:
 
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.
 
This iPhone Trick Can Eliminate Spam Calls for Good - CNET Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:03 GMT
You don’t have to put up with spam calls any longer.
 
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
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
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.
 
Nine Foods I’ll Never Make in the Oven Again Now That I Have an Air Fryer - CNET Sat, 01 Jun 2024 12:00:47 GMT
After years of daily air frying, these nine foods are the ones that proved the appliance does more than just heat up leftovers.