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Source calls UK- and OpenAI-touted plans in 2025 for Stargate's ~£20B Cobalt site a PR stunt; OpenAI and Nscale failed to visit Cobalt or lodge planning forms (Aisha Down/The Guardian) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Aisha Down / The Guardian:
Source calls UK- and OpenAI-touted plans in 2025 for Stargate's ~£20B Cobalt site a PR stunt; OpenAI and Nscale failed to visit Cobalt or lodge planning forms — Exclusive: £20bn of ‘potential’ £30bn AI investment touted by UK ministers appears to have been hypothetical

 
Nintendo shares a message with its fans - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:03:48 GMT
Nintendo shares a message with its fans Nintendo Everything
 
AI Chatbot Pricing Breakdown: Is Premium AI Worth the Cost? - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:30:45 GMT
Looking to upgrade your AI chatbot? Here's what your money will get you.
 
Indonesia's enforcement of social media restrictions for under-16s has been patchy, with tech companies ignoring the rules and youth still accessing platforms (Marcel Thee/Nikkei Asia) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:05:01 GMT

Marcel Thee / Nikkei Asia:
Indonesia's enforcement of social media restrictions for under-16s has been patchy, with tech companies ignoring the rules and youth still accessing platforms — JAKARTA — Andreas Humala, a multimedia lecturer at the London School of Public Relations in Jakarta, recently overheard …

 
Dragon Quest 11 S details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:33:48 GMT
Dragon Quest 11 S details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution Nintendo Everything
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 5, #1120 - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:01:18 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 5 No. 1,120.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 5 #854 - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:01:18 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 5 No. 854.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 5, #1842 - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:00:53 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 5, No. 1,842.
 
Disk Polishing Goes Open Source - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:00:06 GMT
Optical media is great — it’s pretty high density, relatively durable, and decently long-lasting if well cared for. If not well cared for, well, it’s only relatively durable, and we’ve …read more
 
Disk Polishing Goes Open Source - Hackaday - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Disk Polishing Goes Open Source Hackaday
 
A 10-year sky survey begins filming a 'cosmic movie,' cyborg cockroaches go for a dive and more science stories - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:45:00 GMT
This week's science news.
 
Millions More Galaxy Phones Join Samsung's Free Upgrade List - Forbes - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:32:38 GMT
  1. Millions More Galaxy Phones Join Samsung's Free Upgrade List Forbes
  2. Samsung starts testing One UI 9 for more devices as we inch closer to its official debut - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. Samsung One UI 9 update tracker: Every Galaxy testing or receiving Android 17 tech-ish.com
  4. These popular Galaxy S, Galaxy A phones will not get the big One UI 9 update PhoneArena
  5. Samsung Good Lock Update: LockStar and NavStar Get One UI 9 Support, New Cover Screen Unlock Animations for Galaxy Flip Users nokiapoweruser.com
 
Apple’s A20 Pro To Break A 13-Year Convention With The 96-Bit LPDDR6, But Pinches Pennies On The iPhone 18 Pro Duo’s NAND As A Counter - Wccftech - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:14:25 GMT
  1. Apple’s A20 Pro To Break A 13-Year Convention With The 96-Bit LPDDR6, But Pinches Pennies On The iPhone 18 Pro Duo’s NAND As A Counter Wccftech
  2. India investigating Tata data leak that exposed Apple iPhone secrets Reuters
  3. iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades AppleInsider
  4. Apple iPhone 18 Pro secrets leaked in Tata Electronics hack: What we know Al Jazeera
  5. How Hackers Just Dumped Apple's Tightly Guarded iPhone 18 Pro Secrets on the Dark Web inc.com
 
How some high-income families use AI-powered private schools and tutors, such as Alpha School, to teach their children life skills and tailor their curriculum (Katherine Bindley/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:05:01 GMT

Katherine Bindley / Wall Street Journal:
How some high-income families use AI-powered private schools and tutors, such as Alpha School, to teach their children life skills and tailor their curriculum — People who can afford to send their grade-school kids anywhere are choosing new alternative education

 
Did The Retroid Pocket Flip 3 Just Get Officially Confirmed? - Retro Handhelds - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:58:01 GMT
Did The Retroid Pocket Flip 3 Just Get Officially Confirmed? Retro Handhelds
 
How your smartwatch and AI might detect early signs of illness - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Wearables are best at noticing breaks from your body's usual patterns. Those outliers can hint that something warrants further investigation with your doctor.
 
"I Almost Left Sony Over That One" - Meet The Unreleased PlayStation Pad With A PS1 Inside - Time Extension - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
"I Almost Left Sony Over That One" - Meet The Unreleased PlayStation Pad With A PS1 Inside Time Extension
 
A MAJOR change is afoot at Xbox's Arkane Studios and MachineGames - Windows Central - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:19:14 GMT
  1. A MAJOR change is afoot at Xbox's Arkane Studios and MachineGames Windows Central
  2. Arkane Studios chief quits, replaced by Machine Games lead Jerk Gustafsson | report (updated) GamesBeat
  3. MachineGames boss takes over Arkane, amid Blade cancellation reports Video Games Chronicle
  4. As major Xbox shake-ups loom, former Wolfenstein studio head is now seemingly in charge of Marvel's Blade developer Arkane GamesRadar+
  5. Arkane Could Still Be On The Chopping Block, As New President Was Actually Appointed In 2025 TheGamer
 
The 50th Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show Blasts Off Tonight. Here's How to Watch - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:35:43 GMT
Noah Kahan and other top stars will accompany this anniversary edition of the Big Apple's pyrotechnic show.
 
Tesla expands robotaxi service to small section of Miami - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The company's robotaxi roadmap mentions future expansions to Orlando and Tampa.
 
The US now has three microreactors running – and data centers are watching closely - TechSpot Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:18:00 GMT

Unity, a microreactor from Houston-based Deployable Energy, is the latest of the three to reach criticality as part of a Department of Energy effort to accelerate advanced nuclear demonstrations. A reactor from Torrance-based Antares and another from El Segundo-based Valar Atomics cleared the same hurdle in June.

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PS5 Bug Removes Playtime Tracker from Physical Games Only - Push Square - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:15:00 GMT
PS5 Bug Removes Playtime Tracker from Physical Games Only Push SquareSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
A look at the troubled rollout of the EU's automated biometric entry/exit border system, as airport operators warn of severe delays ahead of the summer holidays (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:05:05 GMT

Financial Times:
A look at the troubled rollout of the EU's automated biometric entry/exit border system, as airport operators warn of severe delays ahead of the summer holidays — Automated system first mooted in 2008 was meant to keep out criminals — instead, it is delaying travellers

 
Time Never Moves Slowly With This Clock - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:00:08 GMT
A clock is by its very nature a device for measuring time, and thus it moves forward at a constant rate. But how about in a theatrical setting, where time …read more
 
I Love This Floating Anker Speaker, and It’s on Sale for Less Than $100 This Fourth of July - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:57:00 GMT
The rugged Boom 3I looks and sounds great, and you can snag it for $35 off right now at Amazon, as long as you like the color green.
 
Review: Supergirl is not the disaster its low box office suggests - ArsTechnica Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:49:14 GMT
It’s a pretty good movie, but it needed to be a great movie to thrive in an oversaturated superhero market.
 
The best 4th of July sales worth shopping right now: Save up to 70% on Apple, Yeti and more - NBC News - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:47:10 GMT
  1. The best 4th of July sales worth shopping right now: Save up to 70% on Apple, Yeti and more NBC News
  2. Deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and More: All the Best Apple July 4th Sales PCMag
  3. The best 4th of July sales on tech to shop this weekend: Deals from Apple, Bose, Nintendo and more. Yahoo Tech
  4. Fourth of July Sales: Save on AirTag 2, M3 iPad Air, Charging Accessories and More MacRumors
  5. All of the best 4th of July deals on Apple gear, accessories, OLED TVs, and much more 9to5Mac
 
The Steam Machine Has Its Own ‘Red Ring Of Death’ - Kotaku - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:30:47 GMT
  1. The Steam Machine Has Its Own ‘Red Ring Of Death’ Kotaku
  2. Early Steam Machine user mourns "red line of death" following GPU failure Digital Foundry
  3. Steam Machine's "Red Line of Death" is giving Xbox 360 fans flashbacks Windows Central
  4. Steam Machine User Faces First Case of Red Line of Death “RLOD” On His Unit Just 20 Minutes In, Indicating a GPU Failure Wccftech
  5. Brand new Steam Machine hit with 'red line of death' GPU failure after playing No Man's Sky for just five minutes — console 'bricked itself' following update in failure that echoes the horror of the Xbox 360's infamous RROD Tom's Hardware
 
Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC - Push Square - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT
  1. Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC Push Square
  2. PlayStation Reportedly Blocks Marvel Tokon PC in 132 Countries Over PSN Requirement VICE
  3. PIONER Devs Break Radio Silence Regarding Future Updates Insider Gaming
  4. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Is Banned In 132 Countries, But There's Still Hope Steam Deck HQ
  5. PIONER creators explained how they will fix the game - a "beautiful version" of EA 0.2.0 is in development ixbt.games
 
The Big Summer Preview – New Ork miniatures and codex are coming - Warhammer Community - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:22:02 GMT
  1. The Big Summer Preview – New Ork miniatures and codex are coming Warhammer Community
  2. The Big Summer Preview – New Ogors revealed Warhammer Community
  3. GAMES WORKSHOP ANNOUNCES TWO NEW 'WARHAMMER 40,000 STARTER SETS' ICv2
  4. Warhammer 40k: Starting With Combat Patrol – The Road to Armageddon Bell of Lost Souls
  5. Warhammer: Necromunda Prepares for New Edition and Miniature Set Releases ixbt.games
 
NASA mission to rescue the falling Swift observatory has launched - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:37 GMT
NASA has made contact with LINK, the robotic spacecraft made for the Swift Boost mission.
 
Submit Your Questions: Inside The World of Online Romance Scams - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The Yahoo Boys author Carlos Barragán will join Kate Knibbs to answer your questions about Nigeria's romance scammers.
 
Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026? - Push Square - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026? Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II, CrossCode PlayStation.Blog
  3. PS Plus getting free Call of Duty for PS5, even after Xbox Game Pass Ultimate calls it quits Yahoo Tech
  4. July 2026’s PS Plus Free Games Lineup Is Action Platforming And Royals Gamer Matters
  5. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Among The Three New Games Coming To PS Plus Next Week OpenCritic
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max To Deliver Runtimes Equal To Silicon-Carbon Android Flagships; Tipster Highlights Three Upgrades That Make This Possible - Wccftech - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:55:37 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Max To Deliver Runtimes Equal To Silicon-Carbon Android Flagships; Tipster Highlights Three Upgrades That Make This Possible Wccftech
  2. Apple Loop: iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Order Dates, New iPad Pro Details, iPhone 16e Special Offers Forbes
  3. Report reveals iPhone 18 Pro Max’s ‘exact’ battery capacity—and it’s huge Macworld
  4. The iPhone 18 Pro is so much thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro PhoneArena
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Max leaks sold me on Dark Cherry before Apple even announced it Gadget Flow
 
Tesla driver charged with manslaughter for Texas crash that killed a woman in her home - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:47:31 GMT
The incident is also being investigated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
 
SpaceX is reportedly showing investors a phone prototype, months after Musk said "we are not developing a phone" - TechSpot Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:35:00 GMT

The device is still in the early stages of development. SpaceX has told some investors that the design could change and that it is not yet clear whether the product will ultimately come to market. Representatives for SpaceX and Qualcomm did not respond to requests for comment.

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Only These iPhone Models Are Getting The New Siri AI This Fall - Engadget - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. Only These iPhone Models Are Getting The New Siri AI This Fall Engadget
  2. Ditch Siri For These 5 iOS Compatible Alternatives bgr.com
  3. Siri AI is finally good, and Apple is going to with the AI wars AppleInsider
  4. Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri KSL.com
  5. WWDC 2026: 6 key Apple Intelligence and Siri AI takeaways HardwareZone
 
Only these iPhone models are getting the new Siri AI this fall - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Some Apple devices are about to get much more intelligent, while others are getting left behind.
 
How ByteDance is making Hollywood inroads with its Seedance video generator, thanks to low pricing, striking realism, and features like timeline-based prompting (Nilesh Christopher/Los Angeles Times) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:20:01 GMT

Nilesh Christopher / Los Angeles Times:
How ByteDance is making Hollywood inroads with its Seedance video generator, thanks to low pricing, striking realism, and features like timeline-based prompting — - 8 min Click here to listen to this article … - A viral AI video of Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise sparked industry outrage …

 
MacBook Pro overhaul: entry-level model to gain new design sooner than expected - 9to5Mac - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:03:00 GMT
  1. MacBook Pro overhaul: entry-level model to gain new design sooner than expected 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Readies New iPad Pro, Redesigned Entry MacBook Pro for 2027 Bloomberg.com
  3. Top Stories: 'MacBook Ultra' and iPhone 18 Rumors, iOS 26.5.2 Security Fixes, and More MacRumors
  4. Apple Reportedly Revamping iPad Pro Lineup and Building More Foldables CNET
  5. MacBook Ultra rumors: What to expect including the touchscreen, chips, release date and more Engadget
 
Ford Hypercar: V8 Roars to Life for the First Time Ahead of the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans - 24 Heures du Mans - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:21:00 GMT
Ford Hypercar: V8 Roars to Life for the First Time Ahead of the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans 24 Heures du Mans
 
Meta's Pocket app lets you vibe-code games with zero coding knowledge - TechSpot Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:08:00 GMT

The Play Store listing page for Pocket describes the app as a creative platform for making and sharing "gizmos," which Meta defines as "small interactive thing(s)" that users can "tap and play with." The company added that gizmos are essentially mini-games that can be controlled using touch and tilt gestures....

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Google's Learn About AI Experiment Feels Like a Slimmed-Down NotebookLM - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:00:39 GMT
Google's Learn About is impossibly easy to use.
 
Yesterday’s Technology, Re-engineered Today - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:00:34 GMT
Watching [sprite_tm]’s build of a handheld 486-based gaming computer, we got to thinking about retro computers and the eternal questions of how much of the computer needs to be actually …read more
 
Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (June 2026) - Push Square - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (June 2026) Push Square
 
Galaxy Z Fold 8 prices leak – the all-new ‘Wide’ is cheaper than the unchanged ‘Ultra’ - 9to5Google - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy Z Fold 8 prices leak – the all-new ‘Wide’ is cheaper than the unchanged ‘Ultra’ 9to5Google
  2. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra arrives this month with 8 features that make it Samsung's most exciting foldable yet PhoneArena
  3. Samsung Teases Wide-As-Hell New Foldable Engadget
  4. Samsung's new wide foldable phone revealed in leaked images Mashable
  5. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumor Roundup: Wider and Ultra Phones May Be Coming CNET
 
Q&A with Doug Brooks, senior product manager of Apple silicon, about Mac minis becoming preferred AI agent machines, future of on-device AI, and more (Jason Hiner/The Deep View) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:55:02 GMT

Jason Hiner / The Deep View:
Q&A with Doug Brooks, senior product manager of Apple silicon, about Mac minis becoming preferred AI agent machines, future of on-device AI, and more — W — alk into any of the frontier AI labs, and you'll find wall-to-wall Macs. — Decisions Apple made years ago …

 
Danganronpa 2x2 New Content Teased Alongside Surprise Delay - Kotaku - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:51:14 GMT
  1. Danganronpa 2x2 New Content Teased Alongside Surprise Delay Kotaku
  2. Danganronpa 2×2 Features Alternate Victims and Culprits in New Slayhem Mode, and Enhanced World Map Spike Chunsoft
  3. Danganronpa 2x2 Delay Pushes Launch to Early 2027 With First Look at New Slayhem Mode IGN
  4. Danganronpa 2x2 Game Reveals ‘Slayhem’ Title for New Scenario, Delay to Early 2027 Anime News Network
  5. Danganronpa 2 x 2 Delay Announced at Anime Expo 2026 Siliconera
 
Router brands could be misleading you with that Wi-Fi 7 label - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Wi-Fi standards remain as confusing as ever.
 
I found a hidden way to limit RAM on Windows 11, and the results were way more surprising than I expected - Windows Central - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:25:10 GMT
I found a hidden way to limit RAM on Windows 11, and the results were way more surprising than I expected Windows Central
 
5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a Pressure Washer - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
When you’re looking for a new pressure washer, it’s easy to focus on the wrong specs. These are the ones that matter.
 
Amazon's satellite internet service is finally ready for real users – sort of - TechSpot Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:49:00 GMT

Starlink's public beta offers a useful comparison. When SpaceX rolled out to the public in 2020, it had nearly 900 satellites in orbit, but the service was uneven. Early users in northern parts of the United States and Canada reported frequent interruptions and high sensitivity to obstructions. Speeds generally ranged...

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Best Fourth of July Deals Under $50 on Ninja, Anker and Samsung - CNET - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:47:06 GMT
  1. Best Fourth of July Deals Under $50 on Ninja, Anker and Samsung CNET
  2. The Best July 4th Weekend Tech Deals on Headphones, Laptops, Tablets, Speakers, TVs, and More PCMag
  3. HP has slashed $1,300 off this colossal 5080 gaming laptop for July 4 — 34% discount gets you 32GB of RAM and 24-core Arrow Lake mobile gaming for $2,499 Tom's Hardware
  4. I’m a laptop reviewer — and these are 9 laptop deals I recommend for 4th of July Tom's Guide
  5. Deal | 16-inch gaming laptop with RTX 5080 and 64GB RAM discounted by 40% Notebookcheck
 
2027 Toyota GR GT3 Testing At Nürburgring - dailysportscar.com - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:30:23 GMT
  1. 2027 Toyota GR GT3 Testing At Nürburgring dailysportscar.com
  2. MEDIA ADVISORY Toyota Media Site
  3. 2027 Toyota GR GT Review: Expert Insights, Pricing, and Trims MotorTrend
  4. Toyota's New GR GT3 Race Car Sounds Ferocious On The Track Motor1.com
  5. Toyota GR GT, GR GT3 And Lexus LFA Concept Set For European Debut At Goodwood Festival Of Speed AUTOJOSH
 
I've worn an Oura Ring for 5 years. The Oura Ring 5 is its finest work yet - Android Police - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:30:10 GMT
  1. I've worn an Oura Ring for 5 years. The Oura Ring 5 is its finest work yet Android Police
  2. Oura Ring 5 review: a stunning generational leap for smart rings The Guardian
  3. Forget a Fitbit Air Rival. Apple Should Build an Oura Ring Competitor PCMag
  4. Which will launch first Apple Ring Or Apple Loop? | Mac O’Clock Medium
  5. Oura Unveils Its Smallest Smart Ring, Shrinking Design by 40% - Tech Earnings Analysis dars.gov.et
 
Official data shows Hong Kong accounted for 50%+ of China's $239B in chip imports in the first five months of 2026, a record share, up from ~33% a decade ago (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:30:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Official data shows Hong Kong accounted for 50%+ of China's $239B in chip imports in the first five months of 2026, a record share, up from ~33% a decade ago — Hong Kong has become a vital conduit for high-tech products moving in and out of China, emerging as one node in a $2 trillion network …

 
I tried this hidden Google Maps trick in Android Auto; now every drive feels smarter - Android Police - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:15:11 GMT
I tried this hidden Google Maps trick in Android Auto; now every drive feels smarter Android Police
 
Can Wearing the Hypershell Exoskeleton on a Bike Replace an E-Bike? I Tested Both - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:15:00 GMT
I’m an out-of-shape cycle enthusiast. I tested the Hypershell exoskeleton on a regular bike versus an e-bike and found a clear winner.
 
Why Video Games Cost So Much More Now - Newser - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:10:00 GMT
  1. Why Video Games Cost So Much More Now Newser
  2. No console-flation: how the thirst for AI chips is sending games console prices soaring The Guardian
  3. Soaring prices and pressures on developers may squeeze gamers out of their passion South West Londoner
  4. Gamers gear up for summer Penticton Herald
  5. Microsoft Raises Xbox Prices As Memory Costs Climb Let's Data Science
 
Minisforum AtomMan G1 Pro Desktop Review: The Wobbly Line Between Desktop and True Mini PC - CNET - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:51 GMT
Minisforum AtomMan G1 Pro Desktop Review: The Wobbly Line Between Desktop and True Mini PC CNET
 
Need a New iPhone or Android Phone? Read My Tips Before You Shop - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:46 GMT
Shopping for a new phone can be a headache. I've tested phones for 15 years so I know what to look for.
 
TP-Link Deco BE77 Review: Great Mesh Wi-Fi for the Eero-Weary - Gizmodo - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:35 GMT
TP-Link Deco BE77 Review: Great Mesh Wi-Fi for the Eero-Weary Gizmodo
 
AYANEO NEXT 2 Strix Halo handheld starts global shipping in late July, top SKU hits $5,299 - VideoCardz.com - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:50:48 GMT
AYANEO NEXT 2 Strix Halo handheld starts global shipping in late July, top SKU hits $5,299 VideoCardz.com
 
What Does The Shield In The Battery Icon Mean On A Samsung Phone? - bgr.com - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:47:00 GMT
What Does The Shield In The Battery Icon Mean On A Samsung Phone? bgr.com
 
Midjourney wants the Hollywood studios that sued it to show the court how they use AI - Engadget Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:33:18 GMT
Midjourney is asking the court to get Disney, Warner Bros. and Universal to submit information on their AI use.
 
15 Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers (2026): Power Banks, Stands, Pads, and Travel Chargers - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Top up your Qi2 Android phone or MagSafe iPhone with a magnetic wireless charging stand, pad, car charger, or power bank.
 
When the ability to smell goes away - ArsTechnica Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:04:31 GMT
Disturbances in this critical sense are often linked to problems with brain health.
 
Minisforum AtomMan G1 Pro Desktop Review: The Wobbly Line Between Desktop and True Mini PC - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:51 GMT
Not quite a desktop tower or a mini PC, the AtomMan G1 Pro ends up with some of the drawbacks of both designs.
 
Five Solar Air Heating Methods Tested - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:49 GMT
For as good as solar panels are at converting sunlight directly into usable electricity, especially for how cheap they’re becoming, they can still only gather around 20-30% of the energy …read more
 
A martian rock has lots of carbon on it, and it's not clear why - ArsTechnica Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:41 GMT
Biology could explain the find, but there are other potential explanations.
 
Where NASA Posts Its Best Space Photos, and How to Find Them - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Explore decades of incredible images and videos of stars, planets, moons, and galaxies—most of which are free to use and share.
 
Where NASA Posts Its Best Space Photos, and How to Find Them - WIRED - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Where NASA Posts Its Best Space Photos, and How to Find Them WIRED
 
5 Android Phones With The Longest Software Support Guarantees - bgr.com - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:47:00 GMT
  1. 5 Android Phones With The Longest Software Support Guarantees bgr.com
  2. Planning to keep your next phone for 3 years or more? Know these 7 tips before buying Android Authority
 
This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Apple built a tool for people with cognitive disabilities, but I accidentally discovered it’s also the best kids’ phone setup no one is talking about—not even Apple.
 
This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone - WIRED - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone WIRED
 
Security Roundup: Apple’s Hide My Email Service Fails to Hide Your Email - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Alleged Scattered Spider hacking member extradited, dozens of license plate reader errors, and Indian officials are concerned about WhatsApp’s username rollout.
 
Servers for five Xbox games will close in August 2026 - TrueAchievements - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:02:07 GMT
  1. Servers for five Xbox games will close in August 2026 TrueAchievements
  2. Four Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In July & August 2026 Pure Xbox
  3. Servers for four games will be shut down in July and August. One of them will become completely unavailable ixbt.games
  4. EA Game is Permanently Shutting Down This Month OpenCritic
  5. Xbox fans say goodbye to huge sports title as servers shutting down in days the-sun.com
 
Netflix's New True Crime Series Is the Latest Twisted Horror Show I Can't Stop Watching - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:46 GMT
Commentary: Netflix's Worst Neighbor Ever is the latest true crime installment from Blumhouse and explores riveting, heartbreaking real-life horror stories that hit close to home.
 
Food Preservatives May Increase the Risk of High Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Disease - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Aa large-scale study demonstrates that preservatives widely used in everyday processed foods may exacerbate common health risks.
 
Cancel ChatGPT and get lifetime access to Claude, Gemini, and more for $55.30 with this code - Mashable - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:27:22 GMT
  1. Cancel ChatGPT and get lifetime access to Claude, Gemini, and more for $55.30 with this code Mashable
  2. Replace multiple AI subscriptions with one lifetime purchase SFGATE
  3. Get access to ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and more in one convenient app canoe.com
  4. Why pay monthly? Get access to ChatGPT, Claude & more for a one-time $70. BleepingComputer
  5. Stop bouncing between AI apps—GPT, Claude, Gemini & more are all here for a one-time $30 newscentermaine.com
 
I Got a First Look at Sony’s Cooling Neck Device, Just in Time for the Heat Wave - CNET Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:21:00 GMT
Sony's Japanese Reon Pocket Pro Plus is now shipping in the US. These are my thoughts after days of testing.
 
The Best Fourth of July Mattress Sales on Beds We Actually Sleep On (2026) - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:08:00 GMT
From cooling hybrids to organic latex beds, these are the mattresses WIRED reviewers actually sleep on and recommend.
 
Home Swapping: How Does It Work, and Is It Worth Your While? - The New York Times - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:34 GMT
Home Swapping: How Does It Work, and Is It Worth Your While? The New York Times
 
Scientists Have Identified a New Fossil Species of Axolotl in Mexico - Wired Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Ambystoma quetzalcoatli is the first fossil salamander to be formally identified in Mexico, revealing that axolotls have inhabited the country for millions of years.
 
I self-hosted PewDiePie's Odysseus AI workspace, and it's surprisingly brilliant - Android Authority - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:44:53 GMT
I self-hosted PewDiePie's Odysseus AI workspace, and it's surprisingly brilliant Android Authority
 
Warp Point: a Web Ring for Gaming Sites Built for 2026 - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:40 GMT
At one point in time web rings were one of the best ways to find content on the World Wide Web — involving not just a directory of participating sites, …read more
 
Sony declares AI as core part of future game development at PlayStation - TweakTown - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:27:03 GMT
  1. Sony declares AI as core part of future game development at PlayStation TweakTown
  2. PlayStation Leadership Highlights AI’s Growing Role at Sony Insider Gaming
  3. Sony has named AI as one of the key areas of its PlayStation strategy and the future PS6 Mezha
  4. The AI Interview: Alice Xiang, Sony AI Magazine
  5. Sony says AI is "exciting," great for "synthetic assets," and an "important foundational technology support... Yahoo Tech
 
From Nintendo to KFC, how brands reacted to the PlayStation disc controversy - Creative Bloq - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. From Nintendo to KFC, how brands reacted to the PlayStation disc controversy Creative Bloq
  2. Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles PlayStation.Blog
  3. Companies join hands to collectively dunk on PlayStation's all-digital future — Domino's pizza, KFC, and GameSir all threaten an end to physical production Tom's Hardware
  4. PlayStation’s Physical Media-Free Future Isn’t Just Concerning, It’s Offensive IGN
  5. Sony’s PlayStation disc factory is already being repurposed The Verge
 
A profile of Google DeepMind philosopher Iason Gabriel, whose work has tracked, and in many cases predicted, the ethical challenges posed by the success of LLMs (Robert P Baird/The Guardian) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:30:02 GMT

Robert P Baird / The Guardian:
A profile of Google DeepMind philosopher Iason Gabriel, whose work has tracked, and in many cases predicted, the ethical challenges posed by the success of LLMs — Since 2017, Iason Gabriel has worked at the tech giant, trying to anticipate - and think through - the impact of AI.

 
Micron breaks ground on its ~$9.3B Hiroshima factory expansion, part of its global ramp-up to meet AI demand, and plans to start HBM shipments from summer 2028 (Mari Kiyohara/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:35:01 GMT

Mari Kiyohara / Bloomberg:
Micron breaks ground on its ~$9.3B Hiroshima factory expansion, part of its global ramp-up to meet AI demand, and plans to start HBM shipments from summer 2028 — Micron Technology Inc. on Saturday broke ground on the expansion of its factory in western Japan, a ¥1.5 trillion ($9.3 billion) …

 
Singapore-based dConstruct Robotics, which develops spatial tech to let autonomous robots operate in complex, GPS-denied environments, raised a $125M Series A (Duc Dao/TNGlobal) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:15:01 GMT

Duc Dao / TNGlobal:
Singapore-based dConstruct Robotics, which develops spatial tech to let autonomous robots operate in complex, GPS-denied environments, raised a $125M Series A — Singapore-based dConstruct Technologies has closed a $125 million Series A funding round, marking the standout achievement …

 
Prague-based EquiLibre, which offers AI for quant hedge funds and is founded by three ex-Google DeepMind researchers, raised a Series A at a $500M valuation (Anna Heim/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:10:01 GMT

Anna Heim / TechCrunch:
Prague-based EquiLibre, which offers AI for quant hedge funds and is founded by three ex-Google DeepMind researchers, raised a Series A at a $500M valuation — Three former DeepMind researchers who created an AI that beat humans at poker have now applied the same technology to trading stocks — and the bet appears to be paying off.

 
Building A Wireless Fingerprint Authorization Device - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:35 GMT
Once upon a time, there was a bit of a fad for fingerprint authentication in laptops and desktop computers. It has long since faded, but [superdog] wanted just such a …read more
 
Montreal-based Stathera, a maker of MEMS-based silicon timing components for chips, raised a $55M Series B led by Maverick Silicon, taking total funding to $75M (Madison McLauchlan/BetaKit) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 04:40:02 GMT

Madison McLauchlan / BetaKit:
Montreal-based Stathera, a maker of MEMS-based silicon timing components for chips, raised a $55M Series B led by Maverick Silicon, taking total funding to $75M — Stathera has raised $55 million USD ($78 million CAD) to boost production of its semiconductor clock technology amid an AI-fuelled push for compute power.

 
Sword Art Online Unanswered Butterfly Anime Reveals 19-Minute Preview Available Until July 6 - Anime Corner - Google Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:11:29 GMT
  1. Sword Art Online Unanswered Butterfly Anime Reveals 19-Minute Preview Available Until July 6 Anime Corner
  2. Echoes of Aincrad: Everything You Need to Know Bandai Namco Europe
  3. Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online – Unanswered//butterfly 18-minute preview Gematsu
  4. Echoes of Aincrad gets 18-minute anime promo ahead of release Niche Gamer
  5. Echoes of Aincrad Artwork RPGFan
 
Microdistillery for Microchemistry - Hack a Day Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:00:59 GMT
Much like radio operators being encouraged to use the least possible amount of power to make a contact, chemists have a similar rule encouraging using the least amount of materials …read more
 
Microsoft reverses stance and adds Google account sign-in to Edge browser - TechSpot Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:44:00 GMT

Microsoft latest release of the Edge browser adds a much-requested feature for users working within Google's web ecosystem. Edge 150 finally provides a way to sign in with a Google account, usable alongside a Microsoft account. The feature is rolling out to all Edge users on both Windows and macOS....

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Midjourney wants Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros. to reveal in court how they use AI across their companies; studios sued Midjourney in 2025 for infringement (Gene Maddaus/Variety) - Techmeme Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:20:01 GMT

Gene Maddaus / Variety:
Midjourney wants Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros. to reveal in court how they use AI across their companies; studios sued Midjourney in 2025 for infringement — The studios sued the AI image lab last year, accusing it of enabling massive infringement of their copyrighted characters.

 
Pokémon Go Sobble Community Day - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:01:00 GMT
  1. Pokémon Go Sobble Community Day Eurogamer.net
  2. Sobble Tears into Pokémon GO July 2026 Community Day Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon GO July 2026 Community Day Guide Nintendo Wire
  4. Shiny Sobble Debuts in Pokémon GO with New Event and Bonus Rewards chshyd.in
  5. Sobble Community Day: Your Go-To PvE Guide Pokémon GO Hub
 
A look at the quant fund frenzy in China, as assets under management have more than doubled to ~$384B in less than a year amid rapid AI adoption (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:20:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
A look at the quant fund frenzy in China, as assets under management have more than doubled to ~$384B in less than a year amid rapid AI adoption — Quant funds in China have become so popular that they are being deluged with investors' money. — Ubiquant, one of the top players …

 
Claude’s Criminally Bad Electron Mac App Is an Inside Job - Daring Fireball - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:28:40 GMT
Claude’s Criminally Bad Electron Mac App Is an Inside Job Daring Fireball
 
Apple has reportedly suspended the development of the AirPods Ultra - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:18:02 GMT
  1. Apple has reportedly suspended the development of the AirPods Ultra - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. Camera-Equipped AirPods Pro Development 'Suspended,' Leaker Claims MacRumors
  3. iOS 27 source code reveals a new Apple wearable supporting Visual Intelligence - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Bad news for AirPods Pro 4 with cameras Notebookcheck
  5. Apple just canned its most innovative product in years PhoneArena
 
Square Enix just kicked off its biggest Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale ever with massive discounts for Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, more - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:08:32 GMT
  1. Square Enix just kicked off its biggest Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale ever with massive discounts for Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, more Nintendo Everything
  2. The Best Deals Today: Cyberpunk 2077, Criterion Collection Sale, Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, and More IGN
  3. One of Dragon Age's Creators Called AI a "Deadly Plague" That Makes Developers Lazy ixbt.games
  4. Best Deals Today: FF7 Remake Intergrade, Criterion Collection Sale, and More games.gg
  5. Square Enix Sale Brings Major RPGs to Record Low Prices on Nintendo Switch & Switch 2 ComicBook.com
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 4, #1119 - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:01:05 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 4, No. 1,119.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 4, #1841 - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:01:05 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 4, No. 1,841.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 4, #853 - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:00:46 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 4, No. 853.
 
The Space Shuttle Endeavour goes on public display later this year - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:41:47 GMT
The spacecraft has been in LA since 2012, but now it's moving to a new permanent home at the California Science Center.
 
Meta could use its compute for its own models, ad scaling, SpaceX-like neocloud deals, and hosting 3rd-party models; it may be close to an Anthropic deal (Jeremie Eliahou Ontiveros/SemiAnalysis) - Techmeme Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:30:03 GMT

Jeremie Eliahou Ontiveros / SemiAnalysis:
Meta could use its compute for its own models, ad scaling, SpaceX-like neocloud deals, and hosting 3rd-party models; it may be close to an Anthropic deal — Zuck Takes Plan B? SpaceX 2.0, Bedrock 2.0, MSL Isn't Giving Up, Scaling RecSys by 10x... ClusterMAX ranking coming soon?

 
iPhone 18 With 9GB RAM Still Won't Support Two New iOS 27 Features - MacRumors - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:10:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 With 9GB RAM Still Won't Support Two New iOS 27 Features MacRumors
  2. New iPhone 18 specs report raises big question of iOS 27 limitations 9to5Mac
  3. Key facts: Touchscreen MacBook Pro 2026–27; iPhones get 9GB DRAM H1 2027 TradingView
  4. Apple iPhone 18 Won’t Run Two Advanced Siri AI Upgrades Yahoo News UK
  5. Apple's AAPL iPhone 18 Features AI Hardware Differentiation Stra GuruFocus
 
Stop Making These 6 Common Rowing Machine Mistakes - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Here's how to row better by fixing these errors.
 
International Google Pixels are different than American models - here's how - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
In case you were wondering in which country you should buy a Pixel phone, you world traveler you.
 
The Dune keypad device can be your meeting controller and more - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:28:30 GMT
The Dune keypad device can be your meeting controller and more TechCrunch
 
What Is The Point Of A Video Game Console Now? - Aftermath - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:21:14 GMT
  1. What Is The Point Of A Video Game Console Now? Aftermath
  2. 71% of gamers still want physical games Windows Central
  3. Xbox divided over its future, and do people even buy physical PlayStation games? The Game Business
  4. Here’s The Part About The Xbox ‘Reset’ I Still Can’t Figure Out Kotaku
  5. Consoles are losing physical media as their biggest edge, and PC gaming keeps looking better Yahoo Tech
 
3 Nuclear Startups Hit a Big Milestone. Why It Matters—and Why It Doesn’t - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:13:15 GMT
The companies’ Fourth of July plans include celebrating new reactor designs coming online. But there’s still a long way to go before they deliver energy at a meaningful scale.
 
2027 Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Brings the Stick-Shift Back to Maranello—Kind Of - The Drive - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
  1. 2027 Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Brings the Stick-Shift Back to Maranello—Kind Of The Drive
  2. See Photos of the 12Cilindri Manuale, the First New Ferrari with a Gated Shifter Since 2012 Car and Driver
  3. Ferrari appeals to traditionalists with new V12 manual gearbox limited edition Reuters
  4. Ferrari (Kinda) Brings Back the Manual Transmission With the 12Cilindri Manuale Road & Track
  5. The new 12Cilindri Manuale is a V12 Ferrari with a 'manual' gearbox Top Gear
 
Amazon Leo Is Ready to Begin Limited Internet Service Later This Year - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:18:00 GMT
But the satellite internet company has a long way to go to catch up to established rival Starlink.
 
Best Buy’s 4th of July Blowout Sale: Deals From Apple, Bose, Google, JBL, and Samsung - PCMag - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:13:43 GMT
  1. Best Buy’s 4th of July Blowout Sale: Deals From Apple, Bose, Google, JBL, and Samsung PCMag
  2. I shopped Best Buy’s 4th of July sale to find the 10 best tech deals worth buying CNN
  3. Best Buy Is Taking 50% Off the New Google Home Smart Speaker. Here's How to Qualify CNET
  4. The Best July 4th TV Deals: Save Over 50% on Hisense, Samsung, Sony, and More PCMag
  5. Watch the Round of 16 on a screen worthy of the match with this 55-inch TV deal New York Post
 
Jensen Huang's signed leather jacket could sell for up to $60,000 at charity auction - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:37:00 GMT

Sotheby's, which has been behind several iconic tech auctions over the years, will begin accepting bids on the black leather jacket starting on July 7. Titled The Jensen Jacket: Jensen Huang's Tom Ford Leather Jacket, the auction notes that it is associated with some of the most consequential moments in...

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Google DeepMind Unionization Talks Are Off to a Rocky Start - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT
During negotiations on Wednesday, employees voiced frustrations with what they consider an unwillingness among executives to engage meaningfully with the prospect of unionization.
 
‘Destiny 2’ Players Discover Hugely Overpowered Armor Set Before Closure - Forbes - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:10:42 GMT
‘Destiny 2’ Players Discover Hugely Overpowered Armor Set Before Closure ForbesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
A Private Eye With a Supernatural Secret? This Sci-Fi Noir Series Is an Absolute Must-See - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:55 GMT
Commentary: Sugar is a sharply written tribute to classic movies, featuring lush visuals and a cool soundtrack. Now in its second season, Colin Farrell's stoic performance makes this series another win for Apple TV.
 
MAPPA Gets to Work On ‘Attack on Titan’ One Last Time - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:24 GMT
  1. MAPPA Gets to Work On ‘Attack on Titan’ One Last Time Gizmodo
  2. Attack on Titan 3 Game Kicks Action into Full Gear in First Gameplay Trailer Crunchyroll
  3. Koei Tecmo's Attack on Titan 3 Game Reveals Winter Release in Gameplay Video Anime News Network
  4. Koei Tecmo’s PS5 Action Game Gets Intense Trailer, Release Date PlayStation LifeStyle
  5. Attack on Titan 3: Winter 2026 Release & MAPPA Cinematic Update | Outlook Respawn Outlook Respawn
 
How to watch Summer Games Done Quick 2026 - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The latest week-long speedrunning marathon starts on July 5.
 
This Backrooms Game Outsold Every PS5 Title on PS Store Last Month - Push Square - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. This Backrooms Game Outsold Every PS5 Title on PS Store Last Month Push Square
  2. PlayStation Store: June 2026’s top downloads PlayStation.Blog
 
Nintendo Speaking With The Pokémon Company Over Widespread Card Scalping 'Issue' - IGN - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:51:39 GMT
  1. Nintendo Speaking With The Pokémon Company Over Widespread Card Scalping 'Issue' IGN
  2. Nintendo president responds to Pokémon Trading Card Game's awful scalping problem Polygon.com
  3. Nintendo comments on Pokémon TCG stock issues and scalpers GoNintendo
  4. Nintendo Issues New Official Response To Pokemon TCG Scalpers TheGamer
  5. Local retailers, collectors fighting back against local TCG scalpers KHQA
 
Apple Already Testing iOS 27.4 - MacRumors - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:42:28 GMT
  1. Apple Already Testing iOS 27.4 MacRumors
  2. iOS 27 makes a very strong case for upgrading to a new iPhone 9to5Mac
  3. iOS 27 Public Beta Drops This Month: Release Window, New Siri AI, and How to Get It marketingtrending.asoworld.com
  4. Should You Install iOS 27 Beta 3 or Wait for the Public Beta? Geeky Gadgets
  5. After test-driving iOS 27, my iPhone still doesn’t feel like it has made a substantial leap Digital Trends
 
US homeowners installed a record amount of battery storage this year, and it's reshaping the grid - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:41:00 GMT

Recent data underscores how fast the market is moving. US homeowners installed 673 megawatts of battery storage in the first quarter of 2026, a record level, according to the Energy Information Administration. Much of that growth is concentrated in states where electricity is expensive and policies encourage storage, including California...

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Amazon's Fire HD 10 tablet just got a refresh with a bit more RAM - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:40:03 GMT
A RAM upgrade? In this memory economy?!
 
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Global Release and Preload Times Confirmed - IGN - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:31:43 GMT
  1. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Global Release and Preload Times Confirmed IGN
  2. Setting Sail Again: Community Reflections Ahead of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Ubisoft
  3. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: PS5 Pro enhancements detailed PlayStation.Blog
  4. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is Steam Deck Verified at launch TweakTown
  5. I Marathoned All Mainline Assassin's Creed Games Ahead of Black Flag Resynced, and Here's My Official Ranking IMDb
 
10 Extraordinary New Indie Games To Wishlist This 250th Indie-Penance Day - Kotaku - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:30:46 GMT
10 Extraordinary New Indie Games To Wishlist This 250th Indie-Penance Day Kotaku
 
Free Xbox game with easy achievements now available on Microsoft Store - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:17:32 GMT
Free Xbox game with easy achievements now available on Microsoft Store TrueAchievements
 
In old PCs, what was the function of the "Turbo" button? - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:44:00 GMT
A long, long time ago, desktop PCs used to have a Turbo button alongside Power and Reset.
 
Tesla driver charged with manslaughter after car in FSD mode crashes into Texas home - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:20:00 GMT

According to court records and an arrest affidavit, 44-year-old Michael David Butler was driving a 2025 Tesla Model 3 through a residential neighborhood in Katy, Texas, on June 19 when the car left the street and crashed into the home of 76-year-old Martha Avila.

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ARToken PhaaS exposes EvilTokens' Microsoft 365 phishing toolkit - BleepingComputer - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:12:22 GMT
ARToken PhaaS exposes EvilTokens' Microsoft 365 phishing toolkit BleepingComputerSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
July Movie Nights With 7 of the Best A24 Movies You Can Stream Free - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:01:03 GMT
A new batch of A24 films, including Everything Everywhere All At Once and Lady Bird, arrives this July on free streaming services.
 
Rocket Report: Indian startup nears first launch; SpaceX's millenary milestone - ArsTechnica Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:55:35 GMT
NASA awarded Rocket Lab deals for three dedicated launches using the company's Electron rocket.
 
Engadget Podcast: Who needs Valve's Steam Machine? - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:35:55 GMT
This week on the Engadget Podcast, we've got our first impressions of Valve's pricey Steam Machine, and we chat about Sony dumping PlayStation discs in 2028.
 
Five dongle DACs for your consideration - Darko.Audio - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:35:51 GMT
  1. Five dongle DACs for your consideration Darko.Audio
  2. I heard the new AudioQuest DragonFly, and one of the all-time great portable Hi-Res Audio headphone DACs is back with a bang — but yes, that is a USB-A port you see, shockingly TechRadar
 
How to claim a WhatsApp username - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Get ready to navigate a free-for-all of social media handles.
 
iFixit is creating a repairability scoring standard for US electronics - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:14:00 GMT

The repair specialist says the new system will be separate from its familiar teardown scores, which have long rated devices based on factors such as ease of disassembly, parts access, documentation, and software restrictions. Instead, the NSF project is intended to become a more formal, repeatable standard that can be...

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Video Game History Foundation founder says piracy remains the only viable game preservation method - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Video Game History Foundation founder Frank Cifaldi recently supported claims that piracy is the only effective way to preserve video games. The comments lay the blame squarely on game companies' refusal to keep legacy content available or allow archivists to build legal repositories.

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Cyberpunk 2077 passes another extraordinary sales milestone as CD Projekt Red hails "the incredible, lasting strength" of the game - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:30:56 GMT
  1. Cyberpunk 2077 passes another extraordinary sales milestone as CD Projekt Red hails "the incredible, lasting strength" of the game Eurogamer.net
  2. After six long years, Cyberpunk 2077 broke a new sales record of 40 million copies Windows Central
  3. Why ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Just Hit Its Highest Playercount In 2.5 Years Forbes
  4. Cyberpunk 2077 Sales Top 40 Million Units VGChartz
  5. Cyberpunk 2077’s Steam spike shows how far it has come DLCompare.com
 
PlayStation just struck a hammer blow to game preservation - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Killing game discs is an anti-consumer move that only benefits Sony.
 
SpaceX, Explained: 8 Things That Matter the Most After the IPO - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:01:08 GMT
Some days, Elon Musk is worth $1 trillion. Other days, he's merely an absurdly wealthy billionaire.
 
iCloud Storage Full Yet Again? Here's a Fast Fix - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:01:08 GMT
I didn't move all my files, but in just 15 minutes I made a big dent.
 
'Civil War,' 'Summer's Last Resort' and More Movies You Can Stream for Free - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:44 GMT
Tons of recent releases, from blockbusters to independent films, are all streaming free in July.
 
Inside the Luddite festival harnessing Gen Z’s rage against Big Tech - ArsTechnica Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:36 GMT
New York City’s Summer of Ludd festival is teaching people how to live offline.
 
Despite the darkness, I still see signs of hope in America - ArsTechnica Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:30:22 GMT
It's difficult to pinpoint the moment in my life where America started to lose the plot.
 
Best Bone Conduction Headphones (2026): Shokz, Suunto, Mojawa - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Everyone needs a safe way to listen to music on outdoor runs. We’ve found the bone conduction headphones to grab on your way out the door.
 
Two major Xbox Game Studios teams reportedly safe from closure discussions - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:27:05 GMT
Two major Xbox Game Studios teams reportedly safe from closure discussions TrueAchievementsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Singapore charges two people over a scheme to smuggle Nvidia chips to China through a $42 million property deal - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:18:00 GMT

Lim Jenny and Woon Guo Jie Aaron are accused of handling proceeds tied to the alleged scheme, with investigators tracing more than $926,000 in each of their bank accounts to criminal activity. Authorities also seized a high-end property valued at $42 million that was allegedly purchased using those funds and...

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Visiting the stars (and planets, and telescopes) in VR - ArsTechnica Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:15:35 GMT
Walkthrough experience includes visits to stars, exoplanets, and observatories.
 
An Official Look at the Pokémon x G-SHOCK GA‑110PKM‑7A Watch - Hypebeast - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:14:01 GMT
  1. An Official Look at the Pokémon x G-SHOCK GA‑110PKM‑7A Watch Hypebeast
  2. How to Buy the New £220 Casio G-Shock x Pokémon Watch in the UK Esquire
  3. CASIO celebrates 30 years of Pokémon adventures with the G-Shock GA-110PKM Straatosphere
  4. Anime-Inspired Watches Trend Hunter
  5. Casio July expansion: five new G-Shocks and two Baby-Gs hit the global market hi-Tech.ua
 
Sony already invested $34 million to repurpose its EU PlayStation disc factory - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:12:15 GMT
Sony is converting its PlayStation disc factory into a plant for optical microlenses.
 
Wing Commander IV and the FMV future that never quite was - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:03:39 GMT
Wing Commander IV and the FMV future that never quite was Ars Technica
 
Wing Commander IV and the FMV future that never quite was - ArsTechnica Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:03:39 GMT
C:\ArsGames takes a look at the time Chris Roberts more or less made a whole movie.
 
Microsoft filing shows how it shifts profits around to reduce its European tax bill - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:01:52 GMT
A new mandatory compliance report released by Microsoft shows how it declares profits in different European nations to reduce its tax bill.
 
T-Mobile Is Forcing Legacy Plan Customers Onto Its Current Plans - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:01:05 GMT
Subscribers on grandfathered plans are being notified that they'll be automatically pushed to other plans, some of which come with a price hike.
 
All Your Favorite Gadgets Are Getting Way More Expensive … Again - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Thanks to the AI-driven chip shortage, prices for phones, computers, and consoles are sky-high—and still climbing.
 
Asking Eric: Spouse refuses to ever apologize - AL.com - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Asking Eric: Spouse refuses to ever apologize AL.com
 
7 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2026) - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Avoid phone FOMO with our favorite smartphones that aren’t officially sold stateside but are available in markets like the UK and Europe.
 
The FDA Ruled That ZYN Pouches Are Safer Than Cigarettes. That Doesn’t Mean They’re Safe - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
ZYN nicotine pouches, the FDA found, can be advertised as a less-harmful option for adult smokers. But quitting all tobacco and nicotine products remains the best idea.
 
I waited six years for the Google Home Speaker — and it wasn't worth it - Android Authority - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:18:51 GMT
  1. I waited six years for the Google Home Speaker — and it wasn't worth it Android Authority
  2. Google built a great smart speaker, but Gemini isn’t ready for it The Verge
  3. I can finally set up Google Home Speakers for my home theater Pocket-lint
  4. I upgraded to the new Google Home Speaker for the AI, but I'm keeping it for the sound Android Central
  5. After the failed launch of the Google Home Speaker, here’s what needs to happen for the company to be taken seriously in the smart home space Trusted Reviews
 
Concorde-style supersonic flights could return to the US, as long as they're quiet enough - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The aptly named rule, titled Enabling Supersonic Overland Flight, would amend Parts 1 and 91 of federal aviation regulations.

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Lenovo Legion 7i Gaming Laptop Review: It Has the Looks, but Not Quite the Value - CNET Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:07:15 GMT
While it's certainly well designed and delivers respectable 1080p gaming performance, another PC offers better frames per dollar.
 
The Best Ultralight Backpacking Quilts (2026): Zenbivy, REI - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Lighten your pack this summer—skip the sleeping bag and carry one of our favorite ultralight backpacking quilts instead.
 
When the Law Kills Your Electric Car Dealership - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Dealers who invested in Polestar won’t be able to sell in the US next year after the federal government denied an authorization that would have allowed the company to avoid a Chinese tech ban.
 
News: Seiko Creates A One-Off With The Star Time Watch For Shohei Ohtani - Fratello Watches - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:03:35 GMT
  1. News: Seiko Creates A One-Off With The Star Time Watch For Shohei Ohtani Fratello Watches
  2. Seiko's New Titanium Collaboration Watch is Literally One of a Kind Esquire
  3. Seiko Gifts Shohei Ohtani a Bespoke Watch That Tracks One Million Hours Hypebeast
  4. Seiko Creates a One-of-One “Star Time” Watch for Shohei Ohtani That Tracks One Million Hours stupidDOPE
  5. Seiko Unveils One-Off Cosmic Watch for Shohei Ohtani SJX Watches
 
The 11 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month (July 2026) - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
House of the Dragon, Adventure Time: Side Quests, and The Man Will Burn are just a few of the TV shows you should be watching right now.
 
Sony Erases Digital Content From Libraries, a Reminder That You Don’t Own What You Buy - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:30:00 GMT
In September, some PlayStation customers will no longer be able to access some purchased movies and shows. It underscores the fact that digital purchases are really more like long-term rentals.
 
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Developer Wanted to Quit the Industry After the Game Released - IGN - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:42:07 GMT
  1. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Developer Wanted to Quit the Industry After the Game Released IGN
  2. Top ‘Suicide Squad’ Developers Say the Flop Made Them Not Want to Make Games Anymore Bloomberg.com
  3. Game Makers Revisit "Suicide Squad" Failure Dark Horizons
  4. Suicide Squad Devs Explain How The Flop Burned Them Out Kotaku
  5. Suicide Squad Flop: Rocksteady Developers Settle Accounts with Warner PlayFront
 
Tesla's Model Y L finally comes to the US with six seats and a $62,000 price tag - Engadget Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:33 GMT
Tesla has started taking orders for the Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US and Puerto Rico.
 
EU Politicians Investigated Pegasus Spyware. Then It Ended Up on One of Their Phones - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
“It is a direct attack on the rule of law,” says one European Parliament member of the new findings from Citizen Lab.
 
Big iPhone Ultra news gets everyone excited - PhoneArena - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:29:58 GMT
  1. Big iPhone Ultra news gets everyone excited PhoneArena
  2. Apple to launch 5 new iPhone models to gain market share amid memory crunch Nikkei Asia
  3. Apple reportedly orders 10M foldable iPhone Ultra models, which could sell for around $2500 9to5Mac
  4. Apple's Entry Set to Drive a Strong 2026 Rebound in Foldable Smartphone Panels Counterpoint Research
  5. Your next foldable phone is going to cost more, all thanks to the iPhone Ultra PhoneArena
 
A leaked Microsoft experiment reveals a new OS built entirely around Copilot and AI agents - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:17:00 GMT

Back when Copilot was still a brand-new AI experience, Microsoft was already trying to turn the service into a cloud-based OS. That experiment appears to be long gone now, but Microsoft is apparently still trying to bring Copilot everywhere, despite stating otherwise.

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Elden Ring's New DLC Comes With Friendly Price Tag - DualShockers - Google Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:13:00 GMT
  1. Elden Ring's New DLC Comes With Friendly Price Tag DualShockers
  2. How to get new ELDEN RING classes, weapons, and Torrent skin customizations Bandai Namco Europe
  3. ‘Elden Ring’ Officially Returns With New Release in 2027 Collider
  4. Elden Ring: Rot & Sorcery Officially Arrives July 2027 Comic Book Resources
  5. Elden Ring Tarnished Pack DLC: Price, Content, and Release Date games.gg
 
Someone finally built a working Game Boy emulator for E-ink screens - TechSpot Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:20:00 GMT

M5Stack's PaperS3 was originally built for smart home controls, electronic labels, and educational tools. But YouTuber Wenting Channel recently detailed how he turned the old dev board into a 60Hz E-ink Game Boy, its paper-like display an unexpectedly good match for the handheld's graphical capabilities.

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The Onion’s ‘Infowars’ Parody Is Here. Alex Jones Is Going to Hate It - Wired Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT
The satirical site is fighting to officially take over Infowars. In the meantime, CEO Ben Collins says the new show will mock “how fucking stupid” conspiratorial brain rot has become.
 
Meta has released an app for making generative AI games - Engadget Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:53:42 GMT
Pocket is listed in app stores but seemingly unavailable in the US.
 
Meta is using old DDR4 memory in DDR5-only AI servers to save on hardware costs - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:46:00 GMT

Documents presented by Meta at ISCA 2026 this week reveal that its new "MemServers" are powered by AMD's Epyc Turin CPUs, featuring 158 cores and 316 threads.

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Cloudflare will filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies - Engadget Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:17:10 GMT
The hosting platform wants sites to have more control over how AI companies use their content.
 
How Big Is ‘Love Island USA’? More Than 10 Million People Are Already on Its App - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:47:27 GMT
“We have more people voting on the ‘Love Island USA’ app than we do in many political elections taking place across the country,” says the show's executive producer.
 
Newly discovered PamStealer isn't your typical macOS malware - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:38:57 GMT
The discovery underscores the increased effort being poured into Mac infostealers.
 
A new attack uses a BioShock-style puzzle to convince AI browsers they're not in the real world - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:02:00 GMT

Researchers from LayerX recently unveiled BioShocking, a new type of vulnerability designed to target AI-powered browsers capable of executing autonomous tasks on the open web. The security firm explained that BioShocking can "game" an AI-based browser, causing the system to execute malicious instructions after effectively bypassing its intended security guardrails.

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Spotify Confirms Streaming Fraud After Kalshi Trader Cries Foul - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:59 GMT
One of Kalshi’s most prominent traders tells WIRED he’s swearing off Spotify-related markets until the issue is resolved.
 
OpenAI may give the US government a 5% stake, following Trump's Intel playbook - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:28:00 GMT

Chief executive Sam Altman has argued that the public should share in the economic gains created by AI. In discussions with policymakers, he suggested that a government stake could help distribute those financial gains more broadly while improving relations between the industry and regulators.

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Can Cursor Remain a Platform for OpenAI and Anthropic’s Models Inside SpaceX? - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:01:20 GMT
Cursor hopes to continue offering third-party AI models after it's acquired by SpaceX, testing the relationships between frontier AI labs.
 
FAA proposal: Supersonic airliners can fly over US cities if they’re quiet - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:29:37 GMT
New US rules would legalize quiet supersonic flights without the sonic boom.
 
Building a scholarly community - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The SHASS Faculty Fellows Program, administered by the MIT Human Insight Collaborative, is fostering new research projects and creating space for supportive and interdisciplinary discussion.
 
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.
 
Why are some bacterial genes high in purines? - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
In certain species of bacteria, the answer lies in shielding RNA transcripts from a quality-control factor called Rho. Understanding the requirements for expressible sequences is critical for expression engineering of therapeutic agents.
 
Ars Live recap: When are the big rockets NASA desperately needs going to be ready? - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:46:47 GMT
I have not seen anyone put out a date for a new rocket, and actually hit it.
 
Dell just overtook HP as the top PC maker in the US as the entire market shrinks - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:36:00 GMT

Omdia recently reported that PC shipments in the US fell 7% year over year in the first quarter of 2026. The London-based research firm estimates that 15.8 million PCs were shipped to the US market during 1Q26, marking the steepest annual decline since the third quarter of 2023. The weak...

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Plex debuts 5-year membership pass for $250 - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:35:59 GMT
Plex is pushing customers to newer features and more frequent payments.
 
Africa CDC confirms Marburg case in Uganda as Ebola outbreak rages - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:30:37 GMT
Early reports indicate there may be another case, but spread is thought to be localized.
 
The DEA Plans to Ban Opioid-Like Kratom Compound 7-OH - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:21:40 GMT
The federal agency says it will temporarily schedule the drug, which has been called “gas station heroin,” as a controlled substance—a boon for MAHA and the mainstream kratom industry.
 
Artificial cell manages a few rounds of cell division - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:21:23 GMT
It only works for a few divisions thanks to a lot of added materials.
 
Google loses long-running appeal of record EU fine, will have to cough up $4.7 billion - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:15:41 GMT
The EU went after Google for the practice of bundling its search engine and browser with Android.
 
Google just lost its final appeal over Android, $4.7 billion EU fine stands - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:52:00 GMT

"The appeal brought by Google and its parent company Alphabet against the judgment of the General Court is dismissed, thereby confirming the penalty imposed for Google Search's abuse of a dominant position in the context of the Android operating system," the court said.

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Rufus improves Windows installs, adds RISC-V and UEFI:NTFS fixes - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:43:00 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.
 
Trump gets OpenAI to offer US 5% stake, far lower than Sanders’ target - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:12:25 GMT
Insiders say Sam Altman is in active talks with the Trump administration.
 
Intel raises prices on the Core Ultra 200S Plus CPUs people actually liked - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:51:00 GMT

As spotted by leaker harukaze5719, Intel has updated the Recommended Customer Price on its product pages for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and Core Ultra 5 250K Plus.

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Musk’s X poses “serious risk to Americans’ privacy,” advocates warn FTC - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:39:17 GMT
FTC urged to reject Elon Musk’s bid to end X monitoring amid AI concerns.
 
Former Microsoft dev built a 2.5KB Notepad clone with zero AI features - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:23:00 GMT

Plummer is the man who claims to have created some major Windows features, including the original Task Manager application. Now, the YouTuber and retired developer shared his latest creation: a text editor named TinyRetroPad, which is designed to mimic Notepad's text editing functionality while staying as small as possible on...

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Tesla sales increase by 25% in Q2 2026 - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:11:07 GMT
Deliveries outstripped production, suggesting Tesla has cleared some inventory.
 
Woman's hip replacement disintegrates, causing severe metal poisoning - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:04:28 GMT
Doctors find grey fluid and dead, metallic flesh inside poisoned woman's hip.
 
Apple expects its $2,500 foldable iPhone Ultra to sell 10 million units this year - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:58:00 GMT

Nikkei Asia reports that Apple has told suppliers to prepare for about 10 million foldable iPhones in 2026, up from forecasts of 7 million to 8 million units a few months ago.

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As Sony exits physical media, Microsoft is testing a way to link your Xbox discs to digital licenses - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:31:00 GMT

Sources recently provided The Verge with new details regarding Microsoft's previously leaked attempts to tie physical copies of Xbox games to digital entitlements. The rumor has reignited speculation over whether Microsoft will follow Sony's decision to stop selling physical games.

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7 Lesser-Known Google Account Settings You Should Change - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Adjust your options for things like account recovery, ad personalization, and which parts of your Google profile are shared publicly.
 
Former PlayStation boss calls Valve's Steam Machine "meh," asks if he's "going back to PS4 days" - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:47:00 GMT

Yoshida is one of many people who bought a Steam Machine following its official launch, despite its high price. He posted an image of the device next to his TV, along with his thoughts after playing with it for a few hours. Most were far from positive.

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A Microsoft Defender flaw is now being linked to ransomware attacks - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

BlueHammer became public on April 2 in an unusual fashion. A researcher using the names Chaotic Eclipse and Nightmare Eclipse released exploit details before Microsoft had a patch ready, saying they were unhappy with how the company handles vulnerability reports. That early release reduced the window defenders usually have to prepare.

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8 Best Travel Adapters (2026): My Top Recommendations - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:31:00 GMT
When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers.
 
Google’s AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025 - ArsTechnica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:15:49 GMT
Google tries balancing AI data center emissions with clean energy efforts.
 
Apple's Hide My Email feature may be exposing users' real addresses anyway - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Hide My Email, available through iCloud+, lets users create random addresses that forward messages to their real inbox.

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Bublue BuVortex V5 Pool Skimmer Review: An Impractical Cleaner - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:04:00 GMT
The Bublue BuVortex V5 ditches conventional skimming for a vortex-powered design that’s fascinating to watch, even if it’s severely impractical.
 
How Trump Helped China Make America’s Cheapest EV - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Slate is the latest automaker to transition to lower-cost batteries perfected in China, driven in part by the repeal of EV tax credits that required materials to be sourced domestically.
 
I Tried Rips, the Card-Pack App Where Users Spend Thousands Chasing Pricey Pokémon - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
I ripped open $892 worth of Pokémon packs on my phone in under 15 minutes and walked away with 62 cents. My adrenaline rush felt like the future of gambling.
 
Testing AMD Radeon's Biggest-Ever Software Upgrade: FSR 4.1 on RDNA 3 - TechSpot Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:21:00 GMT
AMD's new FSR 4.1 INT8 upscaler gives RDNA 3 GPUs a massive image quality upgrade. We examine visual quality, performance, and how closely it matches the RDNA 4 version.
 
Inside the Luddite Festival Harnessing Gen Z’s Rage Against Big Tech - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
New York City’s Summer of Ludd festival is teaching people how to live offline amid the suffocating presence of Big Tech.
 
Meta Is Charging a Subscription for Smart Glasses Features. Welcome to the New Era of Consumer Tech - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
You bought the hardware. Now you’ll need to subscribe for “expanded access” to the most advanced features.
 
Heat Domes Are Dangerous. July Fourth Activities Will Make Things Worse - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Long hours outdoors, day drinking, and World Cup matches are among the factors raising the risks of heat-related illness, as hot weather spreads across the eastern US.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 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.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 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.
 
30% Off Canon Promo Codes | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 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.
 
Walmart Promo Codes: Up to 65% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 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.
 
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover exclusive Hostinger promo codes, discounts, and deals on web hosting, cloud plans, and domain registration. Save big on your next Hostinger purchase today.
 
Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.
 
30% Off Samsung Promo Code | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
Altra Running Promo Codes July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50% off sale styles, 20% off select models, 10% off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This July 2026 - Wired Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
The Best July 4 Grill and Griddle Deals: Weber, Traeger, Recteq - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:16:11 GMT
Fourth of July weekend is the last great grill and griddle sale of the summer, including $250 off my favorite pellet smoker.
 
Amazon says restricting Fire TV sideloading is about safety. It's also about piracy - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:02:00 GMT

In a recent interview with Cord Busters, Aidan Marcuss, Amazon's VP of Fire TV, warned that sideloaded apps can carry malware and enable piracy. He stopped short of explicitly linking piracy concerns to the decision to restrict sideloading on newer Fire TV devices, but the connection is hard to miss.

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Mexico’s Victory Over Ecuador Made the Ground Shake. Was It an Artificial Earthquake? - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:34:03 GMT
Fans’ euphoric reactions to the Mexican national team’s recent victory in the 2026 World Cup caused a series of unusual vibrations that were detected by seismic warning systems.
 
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.
 
Goose, a New Gay Dating App, Appears to Be a Psyop - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:28:57 GMT
Touted as a less-hookup-focused Grindr, Goose is an invite-only space for gay men. The problem is the people promoting it don’t seem real.
 
An Explosion Knocked Out Anduril’s Rocket Motor Test Site in Mississippi - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:29:21 GMT
The incident could disrupt a key part of the defense company’s rocket motor business, which designs and tests prototype motors for military customers.
 
Boleslaw Wyslouch steps down as director of Laboratory for Nuclear Science - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Wyslouch remains the director of the Bates Research and Engineering Center and will continue research on heavy ion collisions.
 
You Can Now Sound the Alarm on AI Behaving Badly - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Are you worried your AI chatbot is trying to build a bomb or leak personal information about you? There’s a website for that.
 
The 49 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:45:16 GMT
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.
 
Sony’s PlayStation Puts a Nail in Physical Media’s Coffin - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:38:12 GMT
Is PlayStation about to make the same mistake Microsoft made with Xbox One?
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
MIT student teams win top honors in NASA competition - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Three MIT teams took five top awards in the 2026 NASA RASC-AL Competition for designing critical elements for the moon base and future missions to Mars.
 
MIT researchers advance toward greater bandwidth, more energy-efficient communications - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The FUTUR-IC research program integrates electronics and photonics in microchip systems.
 
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.
 
Inaugural Music Technology Research Showcase celebrates work of new graduate program’s initial students - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor Anna Huang delivers the keynote address, “In Search of Human-AI Resonance,” to a capacity crowd.
 
Two MIT faculty members named 2026 Pew Biomedical Scholars - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Cell biologist Whitney Henry and immunologist Harikesh Wong will receive four years of flexible funding to advance early-career research on ferroptosis and immune decision-making.
 
Care in the midst of pressure - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Anantha P. Chandrakasan is “Committed to Caring” for redefining mentorship through presence and perspective.
 
3 Questions: Beyond data-driven aesthetics - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
In a new Keller Gallery exhibition, Alexandros Haridis SM ’17, PhD ’22 traces centuries of ideas about aesthetic judgment and explores how design can make complex computational systems visible.
 
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.
 
David Autor named head of the Department of Economics - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 1999, Autor is a leading researcher in artificial intelligence and the work of the future.
 
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.
 
Antenna array could provide protected tactical satellite communications in low-Earth orbit - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The prototype array uses a small, lightweight, low-power, and low-cost aperture.
 
Students from across the Northeast step inside MIT.nano’s cleanroom - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
A hands-on boot camp teaches integrated photonics to community and four-year college students in the region.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Computer model could enable bridges and buildings that use less material - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed an approach for generating more buildable structures, bridging the gap between optimized design and real-world construction.
 
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:
 
New chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers combined an efficient algorithm with dedicated hardware to rapidly generate 3D maps for navigation using minimal memory and power.
 
A better way to model the behavior of metal alloys - MIT Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach captures subtle atomic patterns, improving predictions of material properties.
 
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.
 
MIT in the media: For the future of tech, "Massachusetts can absolutely lead" - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Leaders, faculty across MIT discuss fostering innovation and talent in Greater Boston in special series of articles published alongside the outlet's annual list of 'Tech Power Players'
 
“We can’t ship goods without functioning ports” - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Chelsea Mitchell studies the economic forces that shape shipping ports and their ability to support global supply chains.
 
QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2026-27 - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 GMT
Ranking at the top for the 15th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 12 subject areas.
 
Susan Solomon named 2026 Tang Prize laureate - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The MIT professor’s groundbreaking work on atmospheric chemistry helped lay steps towards recovery of the ozone layer and demonstrated the lasting impacts of carbon emissions on Earth’s climate.
 
Could AI tell you where you left your keys? - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new spatial memory system for robots efficiently captures details about the objects they see while exploring their environment.
 
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.
 
How to create distinguishable states for quantum systems - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Researchers establish key insights for reading and writing information for quantum sensing, communication, computing, and control.
 
A tiny ingestible sensor can measure temperature from inside the body - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.
 
Fact Sheet: Supporting MIT’s Jewish Community - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT
 
MIT engineers find a way to deliver drugs directly to the esophagus - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Their new gel-like drug formulation can coat the esophageal lining and release drugs that could help treat inflammatory conditions affecting the esophagus.
 
The long history of vaccine hesitancy - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Thomas Levenson’s new book shows how arguments against vaccination reach back to the beginning of the technology itself.
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
Would you return a favor? Scientists say it depends on the relationship - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study shows people expect reciprocal generosity only in interactions with friends or others of equal social status.
 
New imaging system sees through murky waters - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “Sonar-MASt3R” combines sonar and visual data to create real-time 3D maps, even in cloudy water.
 
Pablo Jarillo-Herrero wins Kavli Prize in Nanoscience - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The MIT physicist shares the honor with two others for foundational research establishing the field of twistronics.
 
Augmented reality system could make medical ultrasounds easier to interpret - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have designed an ultrasound system that creates a real-time 3D representation of the object being imaged.
 
Startup’s nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by two researchers from MIT, Ferveret reduces the amount of energy and water required to cool the chips that power AI.
 
Chris Zegras appointed director and CEO of the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 GMT
The professor of mobility and urban planning will lead MIT’s research enterprise in Singapore.
 
3D-printed devices could streamline the production of drug-delivery microparticles - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The cost-effective devices, which can be built in hours, leverage electrospray emitter technology to efficiently produce three-layered particles at scale.
 
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.
 
MIT astronomers discover the earliest known flickering quasar - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
When the universe was just 850 million years old, this voracious black hole was already surprisingly mature, a new study finds.
 
Improving the performance of high-power electronics - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By using a thin layer of diamond to manage excessive heat, researchers can boost the speed and energy-efficiency of next-generation wireless devices.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.