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Sources: Seagate and Toshiba are bidding for TDK's HDD magnetic head business in a multibillion-dollar deal, as they compete for AI data center storage demand (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:14 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Seagate and Toshiba are bidding for TDK's HDD magnetic head business in a multibillion-dollar deal, as they compete for AI data center storage demand — Seagate Technology Holdings Plc and Toshiba Corp. are locked in a contest for TDK Corp.'s magnetic-heads business for hard-disk drives …

 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off October 2026 - Wired Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
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Whether you are hunting for firearms, camping supplies, or boating gear, use these Sportsman’s Warehouse coupons to maximize your savings in October 2026.
 
PlayStation Discount Code: 15% Off | October 2026 - Wired Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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HostGator Coupon Codes: 76% Off Hosting in October 2026 - Wired Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Sony Coupons: 45% Off Sony Headphones and Sony Cameras October 2026 - Wired Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your setup with Sony’s newest releases. Save on industry-leading noise-canceling audio, and pro-level Alpha cameras.
 
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Nomad Goods Promo Codes: Get 25% Off in October 2026 - Wired Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
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Singapore-based data center operator DayOne files for a US IPO, reporting its H1 revenue more than tripled YoY to $512M while its net loss widened to $77.2M (Pragyan Kalita/Reuters) - Techmeme Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:50:00 GMT

Pragyan Kalita / Reuters:
Singapore-based data center operator DayOne files for a US IPO, reporting its H1 revenue more than tripled YoY to $512M while its net loss widened to $77.2M — Data center operator DayOne Data Centers filed for an initial public offering in the United States on Monday …

 
Sources: Moonshot AI closes its final private funding round at a ~$50B valuation and is targeting a Hong Kong IPO in Q1 2027 to raise up to $5B (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:10:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Sources: Moonshot AI closes its final private funding round at a ~$50B valuation and is targeting a Hong Kong IPO in Q1 2027 to raise up to $5B — Moonshot AI has closed the final round of private fundraising at a valuation of about $50 billion and is heading toward an initial public offering …

 
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 5, 2026 - Mashable - Google Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:09:53 GMT
  1. NYT Strands hints, answers for October 5, 2026 Mashable
  2. Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 5, 2026 Lifehacker
  3. NYT Strands Hints and Answers for Game #945 on October 4 Insider Gaming
  4. NYT Strands Hints, Clues And Answer For October 6 (Changing Course) Forbes
  5. Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Oct. 6, #947 cnet.com
 
3D-Printed Filter Removes Most Microplastics From Water - Hack a Day Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:00:57 GMT
With the rise of synthetic polymers in everywhere from clothing, packaging and beyond, we have also seen a corresponding rise in fragments of these polymers in the environment. These micro- …read more
 
Common mistakes you should avoid when using foldable phones - Engadget Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT
Foldable phones have unique durability concerns thanks to their moving parts and internal screens.
 
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max - GSMArena.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:31:02 GMT
  1. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max GSMArena.com
  2. Apple iPhone 18 Pro review: big changes for small differences theguardian.com
  3. I love the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but I’m not ditching my iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s why CNN
  4. Five iPhone 18 Pro Features You'll Want To Try The Second You Unbox It Engadget
  5. 5 Android phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 18 Pro Max Android Authority
 
Can a MacBook handle heavy games? Here's what you should know - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT
macOS is now a far healthier platform for gaming than it was just a few years ago, but it can't compete with Windows in many ways.
 
Sources: AI inference-chip startup Etched is in early talks to raise funding at a $40B-$50B valuation, up from $21B in August (Marina Temkin/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:25:02 GMT

Marina Temkin / TechCrunch:
Sources: AI inference-chip startup Etched is in early talks to raise funding at a $40B-$50B valuation, up from $21B in August — Although it's only been a couple of months since Etched raised $700 million at a $21 billion valuation, the AI chip startup is already being plied with investment offers …

 
Hello from Seattle: XBOX FanFest Comes Home November 12 - news.xbox.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:02:44 GMT
Hello from Seattle: XBOX FanFest Comes Home November 12 news.xbox.com
 
Ambition, Thy Name is a 3D Printed Transonic R/C Jet - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:00:10 GMT
Building anything that flies from scratch is an ambitious undertaking, even if it’s ‘just’ radio-controlled. 3D printing the aircraft isn’t that odd these days, but putting a hot jet engine …read more
 
Mini PC vs. laptop: Which is better for your home office? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Mini PCs offer a convenient form factor, but a laptop is ready to go with you anywhere. There's no perfect answer.
 
How to add and customize your CarPlay widgets - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT
CarPlay's widgets let you check info quickly, which is a great option for apps that aren't otherwise supported.
 
MCP for agent-to-agent comms may be the riskiest protocol you've never heard of - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:26:35 GMT
Trust gaps in the new protocol spread malicious prompts from one agent to another.
 
Amazon Launches Prime Day Discounts on AirPods, iPad, MacBook Air, and More - MacRumors - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:22:57 GMT
  1. Amazon Launches Prime Day Discounts on AirPods, iPad, MacBook Air, and More MacRumors
  2. I’m a devout AirPods user. Here are the best early Prime Day deals on them right now CNN
  3. Amazon's Best Apple Deals Are Already Live Ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days Sale IGN
  4. These Are the Best Deals on Apple Tech From the October Prime Day Sale Lifehacker
  5. Apple AirPods Pro 3 have a whopping $70 off in this early Amazon Prime Day deal Cyclingnews
 
Analysis: Anthropic's subscriptions offer ~5x more API-equivalent value per month than OpenAI's for agentic workloads with Claude Opus 5.5 vs. GPT-6.1 Sol (SemiAnalysis) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:20:02 GMT

SemiAnalysis:
Analysis: Anthropic's subscriptions offer ~5x more API-equivalent value per month than OpenAI's for agentic workloads with Claude Opus 5.5 vs. GPT-6.1 Sol — Limit testing every AI subscription plan from Anthropic, OpenAI, Meta, SpaceXAI, MiniMax, Moonshot, Z.ai, Cursor, and Cognition

 
Which AMD CPUs were famously unlocked for overclocking using the "pencil trick"? - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:14:00 GMT
Fun fact: The "pencil trick" involved drawing over tiny laser-cut L1 bridges with graphite to re-enable locked multipliers on certain CPUs.
 
Are extended warranties on TVs and laptops ever really worth it? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
TV and laptop repairs can get expensive in a hurry, so getting a warranty sounds smart. But is it really?
 
Google Acknowledges Day 1 Android App Performance Issues on New Laptops - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:54:19 GMT
Five new Googlebooks are available now, but the company says that not every Android app will offer “smooth performance” at launch.
 
Supermassive Lays Off 70 People Less Than Six Months After Releasing Its New Sci-Fi Horror Game - Kotaku - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:46:42 GMT
Supermassive Lays Off 70 People Less Than Six Months After Releasing Its New Sci-Fi Horror Game KotakuSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
How to Disable Apple Intelligence on Your iPhone or Mac and Reclaim Valuable Space - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:25:18 GMT
The new Siri AI could be taking up a lot of storage on your device.
 
What’s new in Android’s October 2026 Google System Updates - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:17:00 GMT
  1. What’s new in Android’s October 2026 Google System Updates 9to5Google
  2. Google Play Services v26.39 Brings Android Automotive Changes, More Droid Life
  3. How to Use Gemini to Install Android Apps on Your Device BetaNews
  4. New Android Upgrades Arrive in Google's October 2026 Play System Patch nokiapoweruser.com
  5. October 2026 Google Play system update: Here’s what’s new Sammy Fans
 
macOS 27.2 Adds Touch Gestures Ahead of MacBook Ultra - MacRumors - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:14:08 GMT
  1. macOS 27.2 Adds Touch Gestures Ahead of MacBook Ultra MacRumors
  2. The Upcoming Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro Is Reportedly 'Significantly Lighter' Engadget
  3. New MacBook Pro redesign gets exciting launch timing update 9to5Mac
  4. The latest MacBook Ultra rumors: Release date, OLED display, pricing Mashable
  5. The Touchscreen MacBook Pro Might Be… Light Gizmodo
 
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Ambitious Extraction Mode, DMZ, Gets Major Deep Dive - IGN - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:52:18 GMT
  1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Ambitious Extraction Mode, DMZ, Gets Major Deep Dive IGN
  2. DMZ Deep Dive, Part 1: Tour of Duty – Hajin Environments and Threats, Full Intel Guide Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ Mode Adds A Social Hangout With Plenty Of Perks GameSpot
  4. Recon the North Korean-Occupied DMZ: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Releases DMZ Lore Trailer Inven Global
  5. Everything you need to know about DMZ mode in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 PlayStation.Blog
 
Cable lobby to sue Trump FCC over repeal of national TV ownership cap - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:47:48 GMT
Cable industry to sue, says FCC can't repeal TV ownership limit set by Congress.
 
You Can Play Soccer In Ocarina Of Time And—Ugh, It's Vibe-Coded - Kotaku - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:46:00 GMT
  1. You Can Play Soccer In Ocarina Of Time And—Ugh, It's Vibe-Coded Kotaku
  2. Zelda Ocarina of Time gets wild FC 27 spin-off before Switch 2 remake gamingbible.com
  3. Zelda: Soccerina Of Time Is The Weirdest N64 Football ROM Hack Yet Retro Dodo
  4. The Legend of Zelda: Soccerina of Time Transforms the N64 Classic into a Soccer Epic Featuring Zora United, Kokiri FC, and More Teams levelup.com
  5. Zelda: Soccerina of Time mod drops Ocarina characters into an N64-style soccer match Nintendo Wire
 
SpaceX stock closes up 7.6% after Morgan Stanley called SPCX "cheap", reaching its highest level since mid-June and returning Elon Musk to trillionaire status (Lora Kolodny/CNBC) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:45:01 GMT

Lora Kolodny / CNBC:
SpaceX stock closes up 7.6% after Morgan Stanley called SPCX “cheap”, reaching its highest level since mid-June and returning Elon Musk to trillionaire status — SpaceX shares rose almost 8% on Monday, reaching their highest since mid-June, shortly after Elon Musk's company held its record initial public offering.

 
Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ AI Rebrand Has Everyone Shopping for Slovenia’s .SI Domain - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:36:30 GMT
Elon Musk says he will rename the just renamed SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI to align with the White House directive.
 
Texas city demands $2M for public records on Flock usage - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:31:12 GMT
Prices of public records tracking cops' use of Flock go up as backlash swells.
 
Google pauses bug bounties for open source because AI slop reports are drowning its reviewers - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:26:00 GMT

Google is temporarily pausing monetary rewards for capable bug hunters because its human staff can't keep up with the current influx of automated reports. The "vast majority" of these submissions are slop, Google warns, containing invalid information and hallucinated vulnerability data.

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GTA 6 devs tried "not to jump on the bandwagon" of passing trends and instead created their "own slanted, overblown versions" - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:14:26 GMT
  1. GTA 6 devs tried "not to jump on the bandwagon" of passing trends and instead created their "own slanted, overblown versions" Eurogamer.net
  2. Rockstar Explains How It Actually Makes A Game Like GTA 6 Kotaku
  3. GTA VI Writers Sidestep Trump and MAGA, as Rockstar’s Rupert Humphries Says Florida Satire Targets Conspiracy Theories Instead Wccftech
  4. GTA 6 boss says Rockstar has to "forego realism" for the sake of the players: "Realism can help greatly with immersion, but too much can feel tedious" GamesRadar+
  5. GTA 6: Avoiding connections with politics virus.hr
 
TikTok debuts Shopping Assistant, a conversational AI agent that helps users find and buy products, and Buy Direct for one-click purchases from the For You feed (Aisha Malik/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:05:01 GMT

Aisha Malik / TechCrunch:
TikTok debuts Shopping Assistant, a conversational AI agent that helps users find and buy products, and Buy Direct for one-click purchases from the For You feed — TikTok announced Monday that it's launching an AI shopping assistant and a new in-app checkout feature that lets users buy directly from brands.

 
Samsung rolling out Android 17 for more Galaxy devices in the US - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:05:00 GMT
  1. Samsung rolling out Android 17 for more Galaxy devices in the US 9to5Google
  2. Samsung One UI 9 Rollout: These Galaxy Phones Are Getting Android 17 TechRepublic
  3. Galaxy S25's stable One UI 9.0 update reaches the USA SamMobile
  4. Customizing Your Samsung Galaxy Phone Is A Bit Easier With One UI 9 Engadget
  5. 6 One UI 9 features you should immediately try out androidpolice.com
 
Instagram is toying with a read-only mode for Plus subscribers - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:04:03 GMT
That's a nicer name than 'stalker mode.'
 
How to Grow a Giant Crystal from Copper Sulfate - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:00:29 GMT
Copper sulfate crystals are probably among one of the prettiest crystals you can grow at home, with even just a simple setup with some copper scrap and vinegar already capable …read more
 
Elon Musk’s Exes Are the Most Damning Part of a Massive New Documentary - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:58:38 GMT
Interviews with Justine Wilson and Ashley St. Clair in the nearly four-hour-long Musk paint the world’s richest man as capricious and cruel even toward those closest to him.
 
Wikimedia links OpenAI agents to an outage and unauthorized activity - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:55:11 GMT
Wikimedia says it's "deeply concerned about the impact of 'rogue' AI agents on platforms like ours.
 
Don’t pay full price for a winter jacket. We found the best deals on Backcountry’s sale (ending tonight!) - theguardian.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:29:44 GMT
Don’t pay full price for a winter jacket. We found the best deals on Backcountry’s sale (ending tonight!) theguardian.com
 
NY-based Reflection unveils Beam, an open model it claims rivals GLM 5.2 on reasoning while using 3x-4x less compute and approaches Qwen3.8-Max on agentic tasks (Semafor) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:25:01 GMT

Semafor:
NY-based Reflection unveils Beam, an open model it claims rivals GLM 5.2 on reasoning while using 3x-4x less compute and approaches Qwen3.8-Max on agentic tasks — Reflection AI, the startup billing itself as America's answer to open-source Chinese AI, is releasing its first model, called Beam.

 
Command-line tool quickly removes Apple Intelligence from macOS 27 - Ars Technica - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:14:44 GMT
  1. Command-line tool quickly removes Apple Intelligence from macOS 27 Ars Technica
  2. Mac Users Reclaim 12GB+ of Storage With Apple Intelligence Removal Tool MacRumors
  3. An open-source tool lets you delete 12GB of Apple Intelligence data on macOS theverge.com
  4. Get rid of Apple's AI bloatware and reclaim 12 GB of storage with this open source tool The Register
  5. How to Disable Apple Intelligence on Your iPhone or Mac and Reclaim Valuable Space cnet.com
 
Command-line tool quickly removes Apple Intelligence from macOS 27 - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:14:44 GMT
The tool can free up over 12GB of storage.
 
Arc Raiders and The Finals are both getting TV and film adaptations - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:07:04 GMT
There aren't many details on these upcoming game adaptations just yet.
 
Qualcomm signs its first 5G patent deal with Huawei, and agrees to buy some of its US patents - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:07:00 GMT

Huawei made its first licensing payment to Qualcomm in 2001, back when it was a telecom gear maker building on other people's wireless standards. Twenty-five years later, the Chinese giant is selling patents to Qualcomm, and Huawei says the deal pushes the cumulative value of its licensing agreements to roughly $7 billion.

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OpenAI will add a digital watermark to text and code generated in the EU - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:55:40 GMT
This move is to comply with the EU's new AI transparency rules.
 
G-Shock's $80,000 Watch Sheds 99 Percent of Its Price In This Affordable Everyday Alternative - Gear Patrol - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:48:56 GMT
  1. G-Shock's $80,000 Watch Sheds 99 Percent of Its Price In This Affordable Everyday Alternative Gear Patrol
  2. G-Shock’s New Stunner Is Eight Times the Price of a Rolex Submariner Gear Patrol
  3. Hands-On: G-SHOCK Reveals The MRG-D5000 “Blue Rose Project” In Sapphire Hodinkee
  4. Casio’s Crystal G-Shock Is the Most Expensive Ever Made WIRED
  5. Hands-On Debut: Limited-Edition Casio G-Shock MR-G MRGD5000 Watch Renders A Classic Shape In Sapphire aBlogtoWatch
 
Overwatch’s Latest China Exclusive Has Fans Ready To Crash Out: ‘I Still Don’t Know How People Defend Blizzard For This’ - Kotaku - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:40:09 GMT
Overwatch’s Latest China Exclusive Has Fans Ready To Crash Out: ‘I Still Don’t Know How People Defend Blizzard For This’ Kotaku
 
Windows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden, researchers say - Fox News - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:30:45 GMT
  1. Windows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden, researchers say Fox News
  2. Hackers find a new way to attack companies: Draining their AI credits Escudo Digital
  3. New AI-Powered Botnet x47.c Steals Credentials and Drains AI Account Credits gbhackers.com
  4. Hackers Built a Botnet That Doesn’t Just Steal Data, It Burns AI Credits CyberSecurityNews
  5. Windows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden Kurt the CyberGuy
 
Sources: Meta and Microsoft are working to cut their employees' use of Claude; Meta employees using Claude Code have dropped to ~30K from ~60K earlier this year (The Information) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Information:
Sources: Meta and Microsoft are working to cut their employees' use of Claude; Meta employees using Claude Code have dropped to ~30K from ~60K earlier this year — Meta Platforms and Microsoft, two of Anthropic's biggest corporate customers, are working to cut their employees' use of Claude …

 
What is the purpose of a battery symbol next to a USB Port? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Typically, it means faster charging speeds and bi-directional charging.
 
Ghost, which makes a $3,499 computer designed for AI agents and includes an RTX Pro 4000 SFF Blackwell GPU, emerges from stealth with an $11M seed led by a16z (Dominic-Madori Davis/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:20:01 GMT

Dominic-Madori Davis / TechCrunch:
Ghost, which makes a $3,499 computer designed for AI agents and includes an RTX Pro 4000 SFF Blackwell GPU, emerges from stealth with an $11M seed led by a16z — For much of his life, Zain Javaid, 19, wanted to be a quant who uses math and data to guide his investment decisions. And for a while, he was one.

 
Astronomers Confirm Discovery of the Youngest Known Exoplanet Ever - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:15:16 GMT
Under 1 million years old, “Elias 2-24b” is now the youngest exoplanet ever observed, and it may force researchers to reevaluate theories about how planets are formed.
 
At 19, founder raises $11M for Ghost, maker of a $3,499 computer for personal AI - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:07:07 GMT
At 19, founder raises $11M for Ghost, maker of a $3,499 computer for personal AI TechCrunchSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Oura Ring 5 vs. Apple Watch Series 12: Which smart health wearable is right for you? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
These two wearables offer extensive health tracking, but one of these is going to be a clear winner for you.
 
Controlling the brain with light earns a physiology Nobel - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:59:27 GMT
The entire field of optogenetics traces back to light-seeking algae.
 
Google cleared 300 hectares of Finnish forest for a data center, and regulators want answers - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:52:00 GMT

Google was apparently so eager to build its new data center infrastructure in Finland that it began bulldozing large swaths of forest before the required environmental review of the full plan was complete. The work could now be suspended, just as other major data center projects are being delayed in...

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Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon and representatives from Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and Meta testified at a New York City Council hearing on AI safety (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:51:09 GMT

Bloomberg:
Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon and representatives from Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and Meta testified at a New York City Council hearing on AI safety — Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon warned that the race to develop artificial intelligence poses risks that the industry itself …

 
Hyundai's all-electric hot hatch goes on sale in the UK, starting at around $25,000 - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:44:49 GMT
Hyundai has no plans to bring the Ioniq 3 to the US, unfortunately.
 
Ninja Theory begins laying off staff, according to employee posts - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:44:03 GMT
  1. Ninja Theory begins laying off staff, according to employee posts GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Report: Ninja Theory lays off workers after failing to spin off from Xbox Game Developer
  3. Supermassive Games Layoffs Arrive With Over 70 People Let Go Insider Gaming
  4. 'It’s Incredibly Sad Knowing That We Won’t Get to Finish What We Were Working on' — Hellblade Staff Bid Farewell to Ninja Theory as Layoffs Begin IGN
  5. Senua Studio Ninja Theory Begins Letting People Go After Two Deals To Save The Studio Fell Through Kotaku
 
The Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals 2026: WIRED-Tested Picks to Shop Now - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:36:00 GMT
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin tomorrow, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.
 
RevPDF is a free Adobe Acrobat alternative that works offline - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:35:00 GMT
RevPDF is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, offering PDF editing, OCR, conversion, forms, compression, and more, with all processing done on your device. Version 5.0 adds WYSIWYG text editing, PDF-to-Excel conversion, and improved Word exports.
 
Failing to Make a Fanless PC - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:30:20 GMT
The discerning modern gamer’s quest is to find a quieter computer without sacrificing performance. That proves challenging when modern components are highly efficient at producing monumental quantities of thermal energy. …read more
 
Gears of War: E-Day Developers Work Magic With RAM and SSDs to Make It Run Smoothly on Xbox Series S - IGN - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:29:44 GMT
  1. Gears of War: E-Day Developers Work Magic With RAM and SSDs to Make It Run Smoothly on Xbox Series S IGN
  2. E-Day’s 6-Year Journey Inside the Rapidly Changing Xbox Industry The New York Times
  3. How Gears of War: E-Day Solves the Series S Memory Issue by Tapping the SSD digitalfoundry.net
  4. Gears of War: E-Day is a great game launching at a terrible time theverge.com
  5. Gears of War: E‑Day devs say keeping the game Xbox‑exclusive is about legacy, identity, and respecting what fans built Windows Central
 
Russian drones strike Ukraine’s data centers by exploiting air defense gaps - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:21:11 GMT
Russian attacks on Internet, phone services threaten Ukraine’s wartime economy.
 
We Got A Deep-Dive On The Dungeons And Monsters Coming To D&D: World of Warcraft - Game Informer - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:19:00 GMT
  1. We Got A Deep-Dive On The Dungeons And Monsters Coming To D&D: World of Warcraft Game Informer
  2. Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft – Everything You Need to Know IGN
  3. The upcoming D&D interpretation of World of Warcraft sounds great, but don't expect it to work like the MMO does Eurogamer.net
  4. Getting Ready for Dungeons & Dragons World of Warcraft hipstersofthecoast.com
  5. Dungeons & Dragons Rewrites the Game’s Rules for the New World of Warcraft Book Polygon.com
 
Country boys in Kentucky hear knocks in woods at night before one catches glimpse of Bigfoot with spotlight - Fox News - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:08:08 GMT
Country boys in Kentucky hear knocks in woods at night before one catches glimpse of Bigfoot with spotlight Fox News
 
The Witcher 3 Remastered Officially Getting Fixed on PS5, CDPR Promises - Polygon.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:07:07 GMT
  1. The Witcher 3 Remastered Officially Getting Fixed on PS5, CDPR Promises Polygon.com
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Path Tracing & DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction Update Out Now NVIDIA
  3. Witcher 3 Remastered AMD GPU Issues: Bugs & Fixes [2026] tech-insider.org
  4. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Review Update IGN
  5. CD Projekt Red Isn’t Done With The Witcher 3 Remastered, Lining Up PS5 Performance Fixes After Two Quick Patches Wccftech
 
How A British Engineer Homebrewed The Quietest Carbine - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:36 GMT
Hollywood has a lot to answer for when it comes to “silencers” on firearms. On screen, a suppressed pistol makes a pinging thud, and the bad guy in the next …read more
 
Pokémon GO Halloween 2026: Part One - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:58:14 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO Halloween 2026: Part One Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Trick or Treat with costumed Pikachu, Zubat, and Sinistea during Halloween 2026 Part I! Pokémon GO
  3. Pokemon Go October 2026 Events: Raids, Spotlight Hours, Halloween, And More GameSpot
  4. Pokémon Officially Switches Genre In The Twilight Trails ScreenRant
  5. Pokémon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, October 7th, 2026 Nintendo Wire
 
RTX 5090 modder claims to have solved melting power connectors with auxiliary 8-pin board - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:46:00 GMT

Over on Reddit, user DallasGrave outlined the approach taken when developing the mod. In short, the fix utilizes a pickup PCB soldered to the contacts of the original 12VHPWR header that feeds an auxiliary dual eight-pin board. This effectively spreads the load across three sets of cables, which significantly reduces...

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What are the limitations of using a USB-C to HDMI adapter? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT
Adapters let you make the most of your existing hardware, but always come with compromises.
 
The CFTC proposes a federal framework for crypto exchanges to offer retail customers leveraged and margined spot trading, without requiring congressional action (Jason Shubnell/The Block) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:40:00 GMT

Jason Shubnell / The Block:
The CFTC proposes a federal framework for crypto exchanges to offer retail customers leveraged and margined spot trading, without requiring congressional action — The agency floated a new “crypto asset market” exchange category but said it can't require crypto to trade on CFTC platforms without Congress.

 
Google Wallet for Android adds 12th digital state ID - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:39:00 GMT
Google Wallet for Android adds 12th digital state ID 9to5Google
 
An official says the DOD has stopped using Anthropic's tools; sources: Claude was in use as recently as last week, including in military operations against Iran (BBC) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:30:01 GMT

BBC:
An official says the DOD has stopped using Anthropic's tools; sources: Claude was in use as recently as last week, including in military operations against Iran — Technology reporter in San Francisco and — The US Department of Defence is no longer using Anthropic's AI tools …

 
To comply with the EU AI Act, OpenAI plans to add text watermarking for ChatGPT and Codex users in the EU and an opt-in setting for API customers globally (OpenAI) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:21:02 GMT

OpenAI:
To comply with the EU AI Act, OpenAI plans to add text watermarking for ChatGPT and Codex users in the EU and an opt-in setting for API customers globally — - Starting today, API customers globally will be able to opt in to text watermarking for select models.

 
Are there any disadvantages to using IMAX theaters? - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:15:00 GMT
IMAX screenings are quite simply the best way to watch a blockbuster movie. However, there are a number of important factors that can limit that enjoyment.
 
In a first-of-its-kind pilot in the US, Nolla Health will use AI to diagnose and prescribe acne medications to Utah patients without direct human oversight (Annika Inampudi/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:10:01 GMT

Annika Inampudi / Bloomberg:
In a first-of-its-kind pilot in the US, Nolla Health will use AI to diagnose and prescribe acne medications to Utah patients without direct human oversight — In a first-of-its-kind pilot, Nolla Health lets AI diagnose and issue prescriptions. — An AI-based healthcare startup on Monday …

 
F1 in Bahrain... in Malaysia: The race needed a software update to start - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:09:07 GMT
A software bug waylaid half the field and required a race reboot.
 
Amazon is spending $1 billion to win over towns fighting its data centers - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:03:00 GMT

In a blog post, Amazon Web Services CEO Matt Garman said the company will invest more than $1 billion over the next five years in data center towns across the US, on top of its existing efforts.

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Pixel Watch 5 gets first Google Store discount for Prime Day - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:57:00 GMT
  1. Pixel Watch 5 gets first Google Store discount for Prime Day 9to5Google
  2. Pixel Watch 5 now up to $70 off at Amazon, first deal drops Steph Curry Edition to all-time low 9to5Toys
  3. I tested the Pixel Watch double-pinch for a week and now I'm addicted to it androidpolice.com
  4. Apple Watch Series 12 vs. Google Pixel Watch 5: How Do the Two New Wearables Compare? cnet.com
  5. DEAL: Pixel Watch 5 is $50+ Off Basically Everywhere Droid Life
 
NBA 2K25's Single Player Story Mode Will Soon Become Unplayable as Servers Shut Down - IGN - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:46:55 GMT
  1. NBA 2K25's Single Player Story Mode Will Soon Become Unplayable as Servers Shut Down IGN
  2. Another Major PS5 Game Will Be Delisted in October 2026 Push Square
  3. NBA 2K25 Sounds The Buzzer On Its Best Game Modes, With A Delist & Server Shutdown Inbound Nintendo Life
  4. 2K Games Announces Delisting and Shutdown of Game That Just Released in 2024 ComicBook.com
  5. One of the best basketball simulators is being removed from Steam and other stores - 2K warned players ixbt.games
 
Building a Cheap, Dexterous Robot Hand - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:30:41 GMT
A pair of red, articulated, 3D printed hands are being used to pour water from a plastic bottle into a glass. One hand holds the bottle, and one holds the glass.
Most of the time, assuming nothing’s gone wrong with them, we take our hands so much for granted that it’s easy to forget what remarkable pieces of engineering they are: …read more
 
Poland's antitrust regulator accuses Google of unfair market practices - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:26:55 GMT
The penalty could be up to 10 percent of Google's annual revenue.
 
Elon Musk says SpaceXAI will become SpaceXSI as Trump pushes to use "Super Intelligence" over AI - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:23:00 GMT

Musk revealed his decision on his X platform. After posting "No more AI" and that SI was better, a user asked about the possibility of SpaceXAI becoming SpaceXSI. "Yes, we will make that change," he replied.

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Wing and Walmart are bringing drone deliveries to Denver and Seattle in 2027 - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:22:37 GMT
They can carry payloads up to five pounds.
 
Here's why it's important to keep your phone apps updated - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:15:00 GMT
Modern smartphone operating systems are designed to automatically update your apps without you noticing. Here's why you should give it a hand once in a while.
 
Claims that genAI speeds up PC ports of classic games are either "false" or missing the point, says Banjo Kazooie: Recompiled developer - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:13:13 GMT
  1. Claims that genAI speeds up PC ports of classic games are either "false" or missing the point, says Banjo Kazooie: Recompiled developer Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Reverse-engineered games: All the news on video game decomps, recomps, VR and web and 3D ports theverge.com
  3. Zelda and Banjo Recompiled Devs Go To War With AI Vibe-Coded ‘Slopcomps’ Kotaku
  4. Zelda and Banjo PC port devs slam new vibe-coded Banjo-Tooie recompilation Yahoo Tech
  5. AI Video Game Decompilation: What Works, What’s Possible, and What’s Legal Kingy AI
 
Mass quarantine issued in Russia after unexplained death of plague researcher - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:12:17 GMT
Unconfirmed reports have suggested there was a laboratory accident.
 
Apple’s new M6 Mac Mini is over $100 off - theverge.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:08:31 GMT
  1. Apple’s new M6 Mac Mini is over $100 off theverge.com
  2. Prime Big Deal Days offers up to $200 off new Mac mini, Mac Studio AppleInsider
  3. Amazon's Prime Big Deal Day sales have big savings on MacBooks and Mac Minis — up to $600 in savings on Apple hardware Tom's Hardware
  4. During October Prime Day, You Can Get a MacBook Air for What It Cost Before the RAM Crisis Lifehacker
  5. Heads up! Apple's brand new M6 Mac mini just dropped to the lowest prices ever at up to $150 off 9to5Toys
 
Canon Fodder: Heart and Soell - Halo Waypoint - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:44 GMT
Canon Fodder: Heart and Soell Halo Waypoint
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
You Might Need to Replace Your iPhone 18 Pro Max - Lifehacker - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. You Might Need to Replace Your iPhone 18 Pro Max Lifehacker
  2. Apple confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T cellular issues, affected devices require hardware replacement 9to5Mac
  3. Apple says some iPhone 18 Pro Max devices may need replacement Scripps News
  4. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T Glitch Requires Device Replacements Bloomberg.com
  5. Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max recall explained: Is Qualcomm to blame? Macworld
 
Blue Origin reveals 65-foot solar tower designed to power future bases on the Moon - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:56:00 GMT

The proposed system reflects the growing focus on the infrastructure needed for future surface operations. Launch vehicles and landers may get equipment to the surface. Systems such as the Power Tower would help keep it running once it arrives.

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New Dell System Update flaw lets hackers gain root privileges - bleepingcomputer.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:53:06 GMT
  1. New Dell System Update flaw lets hackers gain root privileges bleepingcomputer.com
  2. Dell asks admins to patch max severity CSM flaws as soon as possible bleepingcomputer.com
  3. Dell patches 18 critical flaws that could hand attackers the keys to storage and Kubernetes csoonline.com
  4. Dell CSM Flaws Enable Unauthenticated Admin Access and Root on Kubernetes Nodes thehackernews.com
  5. Dell patches critical vulnerabilities in container storage modules SC Media
 
How to turn on Developer Mode on your Chromebook - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:45:00 GMT
Enabling Developer Mode on a Chromebook unlocks new capabilities and app options. Here's where to find it.
 
OpenAI is testing more ads in ChatGPT - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:38:31 GMT
Display ads, what a concept.
 
This open-source tool aims to eliminate shader compilation stutter in PC games - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:25:00 GMT

A lone developer recently unveiled the Shader Compilation Stutter Killer (SCSKiller), a tool designed to "kill" stuttering in modern games. SCSKiller is an open-source application providing a novel approach to the shader-related stuttering issue that has been plaguing PC gaming over the past few years.

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Looking at Smart Home Deals for Amazon Prime Day? Here Are 4 Picks I Use in My Own Home - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:21:15 GMT
Amazon Prime Days are the time to adopt new smart devices to save time and money. Here’s what I’ve found most useful.
 
Windows 11 26H2 brings a hidden performance boost — and may slash RAM usage - Notebookcheck - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:12:00 GMT
  1. Windows 11 26H2 brings a hidden performance boost — and may slash RAM usage Notebookcheck
  2. How to get the Windows 11 2026 Update Windows Blog
  3. Windows 11 26H2 isn’t exciting, but it does fix one real problem PCWorld
  4. Microsoft’s week of quiet power moves: Windows 11 26H2 goes stable, Surface gears up for October 7, and Qualcomm’s X2 puts Intel on notice Windows Central
  5. Windows 11 26H2 Update Lowers RAM Consumption TechPowerUp
 
The FPGA Chronicles: Open Source It - Hack a Day Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:38 GMT
Last time, we looked at getting started with the GOWIN tools and a Tang Nano 20K FPGA. The software from GOWIN isn’t bad, but it isn’t open source, and there …read more
 
GTA 6’s Lucia Actress Addressed By Rockstar, Who Clears A High Bar - Forbes - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:55:20 GMT
  1. GTA 6’s Lucia Actress Addressed By Rockstar, Who Clears A High Bar Forbes
  2. Rockstar Wants GTA 6’s Lucia to Stand Alongside Arthur Morgan and Niko Bellic VICE
  3. Who is Lucia Caminos, The Leading GTA 6 Protagonist Alongside Jason Duval Chasing The American Dream? Esquire India
  4. GTA 6 Writer Explains That Lucia Is A Fully Realized Person - "Something Perfectly Imperfect" gameranx.com
  5. GTA 6 Lucia Can 'Stand Tall' With Niko & Arthur Morgan, Rockstar Says Insider Gaming
 
Apple event is reportedly happening next week, per Mark Gurman - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:51:00 GMT
  1. Apple event is reportedly happening next week, per Mark Gurman 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Is Finally Ready to Enter Its Next Big Category: the Smart Home Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple plans to launch new smart-home hub on Oct 13, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
  4. Sources: Apple Planning Two Sets of Product Launches in October MacRumors
  5. Apple’s next big thing may be even riskier than the iPhone Duo Macworld
 
Siri can index more of your personal data — here's how to limit it - Engadget Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT
If you're concerned about Apple's new digital assistant, here's how you can restrict its access to your data.
 
AI glasses face their first major government crackdown - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:39:30 GMT
Norway wants time to write permanent rules for glasses that can record bystanders.
 
Sony introduces AI upscaling to base PS5; Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are first games to implement new tech - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:35:22 GMT
  1. Sony introduces AI upscaling to base PS5; Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are first games to implement new tech GamesIndustry.biz
  2. AI upscaling is coming to PS5 PlayStation.Blog
  3. Hands-On With QSSR: AI-Driven Upscaling for the Standard PS5 digitalfoundry.net
  4. One Of The PS5 Pro's Exclusive Features Is Now Coming To PS5, Kind Of Game Informer
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI developers literally forced Sony to develop QSSR technology GameGPU
 
Female-looking AI agents were paid less than male ones in virtual office, study finds - The Irish Times - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:22:16 GMT
  1. Female-looking AI agents were paid less than male ones in virtual office, study finds The Irish Times
  2. Female AI agents would get paid 10% less than male ones, study finds Euronews.com
  3. Hackers access data of 8.8 million people in Denmark in 'extremely serious' breach Inbox.eu
  4. Does the gender pay gap extend to AI? Research finds female AI agents 'paid' less Tech Xplore
  5. Female AI Agents Earn 10% Less Than Male Counterparts in Virtual Workplace Experiment Bioengineer.org
 
John Ternus writes post celebrating Steve Jobs on anniversary of passing - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:13:00 GMT
  1. John Ternus writes post celebrating Steve Jobs on anniversary of passing 9to5Mac
  2. Steve Jobs Died 15 Years Ago Today: A Look Back at the Apple CEO’s Life, Death and Last Words People.com
  3. New Balance honors Steve Jobs’ iconic look in subtle tribute Boston.com
  4. Ternus and Cook commemorate Steve Jobs on the 15th anniversary of his death AppleInsider
  5. 15 years after his passing, nobody is ‘The Next Steve Jobs’ 9to5Mac
 
Avengers: Endgame overtakes Avatar again to become the highest-grossing movie of all time - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:48:00 GMT

The rerelease, titled Avengers: Endgame Encore, has pushed the movie's worldwide total to $2.9255 billion. That puts it just ahead of Avatar, which has earned $2.9237 billion globally.

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I Got a First Look at Vitamix’s First Juicer, and I’m in Love - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:35:00 GMT
The MaxExtract has turned me into a juice enthusiast.
 
PSA: Kingdom Hearts Collection Will Collectively Take Up Over 130GB On Switch 2 - Nintendo Life - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. PSA: Kingdom Hearts Collection Will Collectively Take Up Over 130GB On Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  2. Let’s Play Through Kingdom Hearts Together (No, Seriously) Kotaku
  3. Review: Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III] Lets Switch 2 Owners Catch Up Siliconera
  4. Mini Review: Kingdom Hearts Collection I~III (PS5) - Great Value for Newcomers in This (Almost) Complete Package Push Square
  5. Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III] will occupy around 131 GB on Switch 2 Nintendo Wire
 
Apple Quietly Triples iCloud Mail Alias Limit to Nine - MacRumors - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:15:59 GMT
  1. Apple Quietly Triples iCloud Mail Alias Limit to Nine MacRumors
  2. Apple Boosts Custom Email Address Limit For iCloud Plus Users The Mac Observer
  3. Apple Just Tripled iCloud’s Email Alias Limit to 9 Gadget Review
  4. Apple may have quietly bumped iCloud Mail aliases from three to nine, but won’t say why Digital Trends
  5. Apple has apparently tripled the number of iCloud Mail aliases users can create appleworld.today
 
Humanoid robots pummel YouTuber in cage matches, California tells startup to stop the fights - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Last month, YouTuber Frankie LaPenna fought three different robots from REK, including a distinctly Terminator-like machine. At one point, the robot gave LaPenna a brutal kick to the face that sent him into the side of the cage, while another kick to the stomach sent the influencer flying onto his...

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TCL’s paperlike OLED phone made me more excited for the iPhone Duo - theverge.com - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:02:41 GMT
TCL’s paperlike OLED phone made me more excited for the iPhone Duo theverge.com
 
Ready for Driverless Trucks? I Took a Ride in Kodiak’s Autonomous Semi - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Kodiak is planning to bring its fully self-driving trucks to highways later this year. I took a test ride to see the technology in action.
 
Meta’s ‘AI Tamagotchi’ Looks to Me Like a Smartwatch Preview for 2027 - CNET Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
As smartwatches head toward becoming AI companions, Meta might be working a new angle.
 
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals four rumored color options - Android Central - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:53:19 GMT
  1. Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals four rumored color options Android Central
  2. Galaxy S27 Ultra Release Date: Samsung To Drop 3x Camera It Shrank Twice Forbes
  3. Leaked Galaxy S27 Ultra color list doesn’t include Purple, for a change 9to5Google
  4. Samsung may have found a smart way to speed up Galaxy S27 Ultra charging Android Authority
  5. The Galaxy S27 Ultra could be available in these base color options - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
 
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review - Trusted Reviews - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:27:06 GMT
  1. Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review Trusted Reviews
  2. Here’s why I upgraded from the Apple Watch Series 10 to Series 12 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Watch Ultra 4 is an AI Powerhouse With Fitness and Health Improvements, But Do You Need it? Slowtwitch News
  4. Why I Think the Apple Watch Series 12 Is Worth the Upgrade Lifehacker
  5. Fitness: Are you really ready to tackle a tough workout? Montreal Gazette
 
AI game mashup videos on social media spark debate and backlash among players and modders - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:23:50 GMT
  1. AI game mashup videos on social media spark debate and backlash among players and modders Video Games Chronicle
  2. Minecraft runs inside Elden Ring as modders mash up entire games TweakTown
  3. ‘Minecraft In Elden Ring’—Vibe Coders Are Remixing Video Games With AI Forbes
  4. Vibe-Coded Mashup Mods Have Taken Over X This Week IGN
  5. Are AI Game Mashups Innovation or Just 'Slop'? Gamers are Divided Unboxholics
 
Microsoft's fix for shader compilation wait is coming to Nvidia, Intel, and Qualcomm GPUs - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Advanced Shader Delivery, or ASD, distributes compiled shaders from the cloud instead of having each player's PC compile them locally before play. Microsoft says that can reduce the process from "several minutes" to "just a few seconds," with a 95% reduction in burn time overall.

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Best Buy’s Techtober Sale Challenges Prime Day with Major Video Game Deals and No Membership Fees - IGN - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:14:25 GMT
  1. Best Buy’s Techtober Sale Challenges Prime Day with Major Video Game Deals and No Membership Fees IGN
  2. 14 Deals We Love From Best Buy’s ‘Techtober’ Sale The New York Times
  3. Best Buy’s TV sale might help you save more than Prime Day October OregonLive.com
  4. Best Buy's "Techtober" Sale Is Here With Deals and Discounts From Top Brands pcmag.com
  5. Best Buy launches Techtober Prime Day sale! Apple, Android, TVs, home goods, games, more up to 50% off 9to5Toys
 
Jagex responds to use of generative AI in RuneScape trailer made by "trusted external partner" - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:08:39 GMT
Jagex responds to use of generative AI in RuneScape trailer made by "trusted external partner" GamesIndustry.bizSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Ace Combat 8 is far and away the series' biggest launch on Steam - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:02:40 GMT
  1. Ace Combat 8 is far and away the series' biggest launch on Steam Eurogamer.net
  2. Ace Combat 8 is The Highest-Reviewed Game in the Series Since the PS2 80 Level
  3. Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve Smashes Series Steam Record With Over 52,000 Concurrent Players TechPowerUp
  4. Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War’s modern port can’t be sold separately due to fighter jet licenses expiring, devs explain AUTOMATON
  5. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve (Xbox Series X) – Review MKAU Gaming
 
Explaining Hall-effect, TMR, and other new types of "mechanical" switches - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:00:41 GMT
Ars Technica's guide to new keyboard sensing technologies.
 
Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing Over 100 - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks.
 
The most neglected key on your keyboard is becoming a Windows 11 Shortcut - MakeUseOf - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:39:24 GMT
  1. The most neglected key on your keyboard is becoming a Windows 11 Shortcut MakeUseOf
  2. Windows 11's File Explorer is finally giving the squiggly ~ key a job, sending it straight to the user folder Windows Latest
  3. Windows 11 is getting a shortcut that makes jumping into AppData much easier Neowin
  4. Microsoft dropped five new Windows Insider builds — here's what's new Windows Central
  5. Insider Previews bring the path ~ to Windows heise online
 
Withings BodyScan 2 Review: Worth Its Weight - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:36:00 GMT
After months of testing, this high-end smart scale has made me rethink how much a bathroom weigh-in can tell me.
 
German utility launches dedicated electricity tariff for gamers with power-hungry PCs - TechSpot Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT

German publication ComputerBase writes that meinGAMING is the tariff name being offered to gaming households in Germany. There are three tiers available, each with its own annual energy consumption.

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Omega Has New Bond Watches Even if There Isn’t a New James Bond - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
With no new 007 actor named and no film in the near future, Omega has had to get creative to keep its lucrative spy-watch train running.
 
This App Lets You Actually Experience Meta VR Glasses’ Field of View Before You Upgrade - Road to VR - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:31:58 GMT
  1. This App Lets You Actually Experience Meta VR Glasses’ Field of View Before You Upgrade Road to VR
  2. How Meta’s VR Glasses succeed where Apple’s Vision Pro fails Fast Company
  3. Can VR glasses save VR? theverge.com
  4. Meta puts the VR Glasses at 2412 x 2288 per eye, and 58 degrees perceived mixed-news.com
  5. Meta VR Glasses vs URXR One: $1,299 Standalone vs $899 Modular Geeky Gadgets
 
Vintage Photos That Would Totally Confuse Anyone Under 30 - Yahoo - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:31:05 GMT
Vintage Photos That Would Totally Confuse Anyone Under 30 Yahoo
 
We're witnessing a critical moment for Amazon Kindles - Android Authority - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. We're witnessing a critical moment for Amazon Kindles Android Authority
  2. Amazon introduces a completely redesigned Kindle family About Amazon
  3. Amazon’s New Kindle Lineup Compared: Kindle vs Paperwhite vs Colorsoft TechRepublic
  4. Amazon’s colorful and sturdy new Kindles theverge.com
  5. Kindle gets a clicker: Amazon unveils $35 page-turning remote and refreshes its e-reader lineup GeekWire
 
A Prediction Market About the Past? Sure, Why Not! - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
As prediction markets surge in popularity, a new platform called Verifact Markets is pushing the concept even further, letting users trade on “disputed facts.”
 
Staples Print and Marketing Services Review: Fast Holiday Gifts - Wired Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Staples’s printing service offers fast pickup and in-store experts who can help you get your family photos, novelty gifts, and business documents looking exactly how you want.
 
Capcom aims to enhance its propriety RE Engine with AI to accelerate efficiency in QA, debugging, and data processing - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:29:51 GMT
  1. Capcom aims to enhance its propriety RE Engine with AI to accelerate efficiency in QA, debugging, and data processing GamesIndustry.biz
  2. ‘A Future Where We Create Games Together With AI’ — Capcom Announces Plans to Transform the RE Engine Into an AI-Generation Game Engine IGN
  3. Capcom is preparing for a ‘future where we create games together with AI’ theverge.com
  4. CAPCOM Wants REX Engine to Become an Engine for the “AI Generation,” Where AI Could Write Code and Hunt Bugs Wccftech
  5. Capcom says it will use AI to speed up game development times Fast Company
 
Data Doctors: Are Googlebooks a reasonable new alternative to Windows laptops? - WTOP News - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:54:27 GMT
  1. Data Doctors: Are Googlebooks a reasonable new alternative to Windows laptops? WTOP News
  2. Lenovo Googlebook 15: Software First Impressions Thurrott.com
  3. Why Are Chromebooks So Much Cheaper Than Googlebooks? bgr.com
  4. The Googlebook era is here: some first impressions of the hardware and a whole new OS Chrome Unboxed
  5. Acer launches Googlebook 14 priced at £999 KitGuru
 
Fitbit Edge leaks in full: Google's new fitness tracker finally spills its secrets - Android Authority - Google Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:11:00 GMT
  1. Fitbit Edge leaks in full: Google's new fitness tracker finally spills its secrets Android Authority
  2. The new Fitbit Edge leaks theverge.com
  3. Exclusive: This Is the Fitbit Edge, Google's Next Fitness Tracker Android Headlines
  4. ‘Fitbit Edge’ leaks as Google’s next fitness tracker with ‘Apps’ & ‘Notifications’ 9to5Google
  5. Google's Fitbit Edge Leaks Out With A Screen And Pixel 11 Colors Engadget
 
New forensic evidence supports Egyptian "retainer sacrifice" - ArsTechnica Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:00:52 GMT
Fresh analysis of First Dynasty mass burials finds signs of fatal blunt force trauma on 39 percent of skulls.
 
iPhone Duo shows what the future of smartphones could look like - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:32:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo shows what the future of smartphones could look like 9to5Mac
  2. The Popular Apple Features You Won't Be Getting With The iPhone Duo Engadget
  3. iPhone Duo video reveals size compared to iPhone 18 Pro Max 9to5Mac
  4. Apple’s Biggest Battleground for Foldable Phones Is China WSJ
  5. Analyst Sees 6 Million iPhone Duo Sales This Year. Why That’s Not Enough to Move AAPL Stock. Barchart.com
 
Steam is on track to top $20 billion in revenue for the first time - TechSpot Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:08:00 GMT

Steam took in an estimated $1.7 billion in September, 13% more than the previous September record, set in 2025. Its estimated third-quarter revenue reached $5.5 billion, up 12% from the same period last year.

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Sony's quiet PS5 Slim revision shows how consoles keep changing long after launch - TechSpot Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:43:00 GMT

The board, labeled EDM-051, was identified by technician @Modyfikator89 inside a PS5 Slim from the Marvel's Wolverine Limited Edition Bundle. Sony has not announced the change, and it is unclear how widely the revised board has been released. But the teardown reveals several differences from earlier Slim models, including changes...

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Lions and cheetahs and chimps, oh my: A spotlight on Africa's diverse wildlife - ArsTechnica Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:34:14 GMT
Wunmi Mosaku (Sinners, Loki) narrates NatGeo's new documentary Africa: Earth's Wild Home.
 
An AI couldn’t beat humans at StarCraft, so it decided to cheat - theverge.com - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:21:59 GMT
  1. An AI couldn’t beat humans at StarCraft, so it decided to cheat theverge.com
  2. AI Made StarCraft Bot Swaps In Human Made Bot In Tournament Kotaku
  3. GPT-6 Astra StarCraft cheating claim at StarSkirmish NeoTeo
  4. OpenAI cheats at StarCraft after a string of losses Korben
  5. AI was losing to humans in StarCraft, so it decided to cheat to win India Today
 
Why the Moon Is a Legal Wild West - CNET Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:41:24 GMT
Private companies are taking cremated remains and stunt payloads to the moon. Former NASA attorney Steve Mirmina warns that there’s nothing stopping them.
 
Now ‘RuneScape’ Is Getting a Series, Too - Gizmodo - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:30:11 GMT
  1. Now ‘RuneScape’ Is Getting a Series, Too Gizmodo
  2. Lyrical Animation, Charlie “MOISTCR1TIKAL” White And Game Ddeveloper Jagex Team Up To Develop An Animated RuneScape Series Jagex
  3. Jagex Announces RuneScape 4, a New MMO Built in Unreal Engine TechPowerUp
  4. Everything We Saw at RuneFest 2026, Including RuneScape 4 and RuneScape Reignited IGN
  5. Popular Video Games Franchise That Launched 25 Years Ago Is Developing Into A Fantasy Show For The First Time IMDb
 
RuneScape 4 is officially in the works, and it started as a Dragonwilds expansion - TechSpot Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:21:00 GMT

The company has not said which version of Unreal Engine it is using, which platforms the game will support or when it plans to show gameplay. Its first public look at the project is a CGI teaser rather than an in-engine demonstration.

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Florida woman used Claude as a diary, then Anthropic reported an entry to police - TechSpot Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:37:00 GMT

According to the arrest report, Carli Michelle Heller, of Bonita Springs, Florida, wrote on September 26 that she would attack the Sheriff's office. She later said that she uses Anthropic's chatbot like a "diary."

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The Best 1440p QD-OLED Monitors for Less Than $500 - TechSpot Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:23:00 GMT
We tested 11 budget 1440p QD-OLED gaming monitors to find the best buys, comparing full- and limited-brightness panels, features, design, and pricing to see which models are actually worth it.
 
All hail electrification. But let’s talk about the hard part. - ArsTechnica Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:05:53 GMT
The IEA and climate negotiators want to set a target for shifting the economy to run on electricity.
 
15 Best Office Chairs of 2026—We Tested 70 to Pick Them - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
 
The Best Gifts Under $25 for Everyone on Your List (2026) - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
We found genuinely good presents for home cooks, teens, coffee lovers, and the person who already has everything.
 
Your Samsung Gallery app finally syncs with Google Photos — how to set it up right now - Android Authority - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. Your Samsung Gallery app finally syncs with Google Photos — how to set it up right now Android Authority
  2. Samsung is removing a major photo feature from Gallery starting today MakeUseOf
  3. Samsung is finally moving away from Microsoft to Google; I love it androidpolice.com
  4. Samsung Gallery Gets a Handy New Cloud Icon for Synced Photos SammyGuru
  5. Samsung Shuts Down Gallery's OneDrive Sync Today: Users Must Now Decide Forbes
 
Meta Glasses Nova (Gen 3) Review: Not Much New - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Meta and Ray-Ban’s new smart glasses have slightly better batteries and mics. And yes, they still have cameras.
 
The Best Online Gift Cards and Digital Gift Ideas (2026) - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.
 
Rural Data Centers Are in for a Big Federal Tax Break - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,  data center projects in rural areas could be eligible for major tax benefits starting next year. Some hyperscalers do not seem eager to take the free cash.
 
Keurig Alta First-Look: No More Plastic K-Cups - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Keurig is ready to ditch the K-Cup with a compostable and plastic- and aluminum-free coffee pod, but the price is steep.
 
Rockstar Games Confirms Next Official GTA 6 Update for October 5 - GameRant - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:13 GMT
  1. Rockstar Games Confirms Next Official GTA 6 Update for October 5 GameRant
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI – Welcome to Leonida Game Informer
  3. New GTA 6 Screenshots Reveal More About Jason and Lucia VICE
  4. Rockstar confirm 10+ new details about Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay TweakTown
  5. New GTA 6 Screenshot And Story, Open World Info Revealed In Magazine RockstarINTEL
 
Elusive ‘Geoneutrinos’ Are Building a New Map of Earth’s Volatile Interior - Wired Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A global network of detectors are reporting some of the most substantial measurements yet of neutrinos created deep underground by the radioactive elements that power our planet’s tectonic activity.
 
After a month with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, every other Android phone feels wrong - Android Authority - Google Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. After a month with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, every other Android phone feels wrong Android Authority
  2. I love my Z Fold 8, but it proves phones were better with bezels androidpolice.com
  3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the wobbliest phone I've ever used, and the solution looks painfully obvious SamMobile
  4. Z Fold8 vs previous Samsung foldables: how battery performance, efficiency and display experience have evolved IGN
  5. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: 4:3 is the point, Digital News AsiaOne
 
Milt Windler, NASA flight director who helped save Apollo 13, dies at 94 - ArsTechnica Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:45:17 GMT
"...we were making history."
 
Steam's latest survey shows 32GB RAM overtaking 16GB despite the massive price surge - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:08:00 GMT

According to the Steam Survey for September 2026, 32GB is now the most common system memory configuration for gaming rigs among Steam users. The data shows 32GB systems accounted for 42.22% of all rigs sampled during September, a 4.77-point gain over August, when 16GB was still the most common configuration.

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The Nvidia Shield TV Is 7 Years Old. It Just Got a $100 Price Hike - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The price of anything with memory is skyrocketing thanks to AI. Aging streaming devices are no exception.
 
A Riot ban followed a used Ryzen CPU to its new owner, but something is not adding up - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:44:00 GMT

A redditor recently claimed they were banned from Valorant immediately after starting a match following the installation of a recently purchased AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D. According to the user, Riot said the CPU's serial number was already on the company's anti-cheat blacklist, although Riot says it cannot find the related...

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Some iPhone 18 Pro Max owners are losing cell service, and Apple's fix is an entirely new phone - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:19:00 GMT

Customer reports indicate the problem has affected only the iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T, and Apple says it has seen the same pattern. The company has released a carrier settings update and iOS 27.0.1 to keep more devices from being affected, but customers whose phones have already lost service...

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Federal judge calls Flock search unconstitutional, as AOC and Bernie Sanders introduce bill to ban license plate readers - TechSpot Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:35:00 GMT

Oklahoma federal judge Sara Hill described automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) as a form of indiscriminate mass surveillance, comparing them to dragnet-style searches. Her ruling suggests that networked cameras like those sold by Flock and Axon differ fundamentally from other police surveillance tools, with consequences for the law and for...

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This $100 Power Washer Whupped My More Expensive Model. I Was as Shocked as Anyone - CNET Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Electric power washers range in price from $100 to $400. I tested one at each end of the price spectrum to see how they compare.
 
This Harry Potter Edition Phone Looks Like It’s Heading to Hogwarts - CNET Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
I got my Hogwarts acceptance letter. Surprisingly, it also came with a special-edition Harry Potter-themed phone.
 
Muse Creates Detailed Profiles of All Your Friends and Family - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Millions have downloaded Meta’s AI agent Muse. But getting it to do your bidding comes with privacy costs.
 
How to Collect CDs - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Fed up with paying to stream music you’ll never actually own? Give the little silver disc a spin. Here’s how to start a CD collection or get more out of one you already have.
 
The dawn of the age of the exoskeleton - ArsTechnica Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:15:33 GMT
The devices continue to show noticeable benefits for users in various real-world tasks.
 
The Best E-Readers That Aren't a Kindle (2026): Kobo, Boox - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:05:00 GMT
Want to untether your reading from Amazon? These Kindle alternatives deserve a spot on your nightstand.
 
Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard: What Works and What Doesn’t (2026) - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:03:00 GMT
After years of testing repellents, traps, and sprays, I found a few ways to keep the bugs at bay—and plenty that aren’t worth the effort.
 
A Decade-Long Experiment Is Unlocking the Mysteries of the Ocean’s ‘Deep Reefs’ - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Scientists left structures up to 100 meters under the surface. Here’s what they found when they retrieved them 10 years later.
 
IKEA Just Made a Rolling Stand for When You Want to Hide Your TV - domino.com - Google Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:59:00 GMT
  1. IKEA Just Made a Rolling Stand for When You Want to Hide Your TV domino.com
  2. IKEA and XBOX Team Up on YXSTABY, a New Collection Made for Gaming at Home news.xbox.com
  3. IKEA and Xbox's YXSTABY gaming furniture is functional without being in your face Mashable
  4. IKEA’s $49.99 Xbox Thumbstick Stool Actually Tilts Totally The Bomb
  5. IKEA Announces Big October News for XBOX Fans Yahoo
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.
 
Klook Promo Code: 25% Off October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Maximize your travel budget with our expert guide to finding Klook coupons, app-exclusive deals, and payment discounts on tours, hotels, and transport.
 
20% Off Brooks Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for October 2026.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026 - Wired Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Hollywood’s Newest Media Colossus: Paramount and Warner Bros. Merge Under Skydance - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:19:43 GMT
Skydance will now be one of the largest media companies in history, consolidating film studios, broadcast and cable networks, news and streaming.
 
Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:03:16 GMT
Meta says FDA isn't sufficient to Muse reading messages. Apple begs to differ.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max Can’t Make a Call on AT&T? Apple Says It Will Replace It for Free - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:37:43 GMT
A software and carrier settings update should prevent future problems, but people who have been affected will need a replacement phone.
 
Maximizing Privacy? New Apple Home Security Cameras Reportedly Won’t Record Video - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:25:49 GMT
Instead of a watchable video stream, you’ll get text descriptions or alerts about detected people, pets or activity.
 
California Legalized Plug-In Balcony Solar Panels, but Don’t Buy Any Just Yet - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:24:33 GMT
Units that comply with the new law are expected by spring.
 
Sony's new PS5 Pro lottery requires 60 hours of playtime just to apply - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:07:00 GMT

Despite the significant backlash over its plan to stop manufacturing discs for new games in 2028, Sony remains massively popular in the console business. The PlayStation 5 Pro is so popular, in fact, that the company is now trying to head off scalping by limiting how many customers can get...

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Someone got Doom in an SQL database - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:19:05 GMT
1,300 lines of SQL querying renders accurate bitmapped views of Hell at 35 fps.
 
Amazon’s $1B plan to combat data center backlash draws more backlash - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:30:27 GMT
Amazon praised for ending NDAs but slammed for downplaying data center pollution.
 
Patient-zero drill put health facilities to the test—40% of them failed - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:07:59 GMT
Actors with makeup and fake symptoms staggered into 73 healthcare facilities.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
ICE Has Been Dumping Protester Photos Into a Palantir Database - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:52:36 GMT
DHS agents not only tracked and intimidated people observing ICE activity in Maine, but stored information about them in a database run on Palantir software, newly unsealed court filings say.
 
Can AI Fix Your Chaotic Inbox? I Unleashed It On 200,000 Unread Emails - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:43:32 GMT
I sifted through a boatload of emails with the help of Gemini.
 
Computational tools for society’s most complex challenges - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Associate Professor Cathy Wu uses reinforcement learning to help map out improvements to transportation and other multifaceted systems.
 
Lyft settles landmark driver misclassification lawsuit for $272.5M - ArsTechnica Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:09:49 GMT
Critics say workers are still owed far more.
 
This Shoe Company’s Instagram Ad With a Frat Is Pissing People Off - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:19:53 GMT
A collaborative Instagram post between footwear line HeyDude and a University of Florida frat is sparking backlash due to sexual cyber-harassment allegations against two former members.
 
Europe is building its own payment network to finally compete with Visa and Mastercard - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:47:00 GMT

The original ENP initiative launched in 2023, but European sovereignty is now becoming a truly critical issue. The new network's founders include Bizum (Spain), Bancomat (Italy), European digital wallet company Wero, SIBS-MB WAY, and Vipps MobilePay.

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Fairphone 6+ reviews: a repairability champion, but $650 is a tough sell - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:00 GMT
Now available in the US, the Fairphone 6+ stands out with its replaceable battery, microSD slot, 5-year warranty, and software support through 2033. That longevity comes at a price, though: at $650, reviewers note that its cameras, performance, and water resistance fall short of what similarly priced phones typically offer.
 
Documenting the tech worker movement - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Writing as a participant and researcher, PhD student JS Tan SM ’22 has co-authored a new book about the rise of tech worker protests and the employer backlash that followed.
 
Most of Us Have Been Cyberattack Targets, Consumer Reports Finds. AI Isn’t Helping - CNET Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:53:34 GMT
From snooping smart glasses to AI bots going rogue, I’m not surprised US adults are more concerned about their privacy.
 
The NHL Is Releasing Its Own ‘Hot’ Fanfic. Romance Lovers Hate It - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:37:32 GMT
The league is releasing romance-style audio stories to promote games. Critics say it’s cheap pandering that doesn’t address toxic masculinity in the sport.
 
Scammers are selling fake Blu-ray drives to PS3 emulation fans - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Developers of the RPCS3 PS3 emulator recently shared a warning about the latest fraud attempts targeting PS3 fans in search of a new Blu-ray drive. An unknown number of scammers are now trying to sell "fake" Blu-ray drives that appear to be newer models but use the same, incompatible internals...

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Critics call Star Wars: Galactic Racer one of the best arcade racers in years - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:02:00 GMT
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is earning widespread praise for its breakneck speed, satisfying handling, deep customization, and mix of roguelite progression and multiplayer. Critics highlight its Burnout-like thrills and substantial replayability. The consensus: it's not just a great Star Wars game, but one of the standout arcade racers in years.
 
These AI Experts Want to Do High-Stakes Research Out in the Open - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Many frontier labs keep their risky research locked away. Trillium Labs wants to show off its work when it comes to self-improvement and model behavior.
 
Trump’s Crazy AI Rebrand Was a Loyalty Test for Tech Execs—and It Worked - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
For years these billionaires gushed obsessively about AI. But they meekly went along when Trump canceled the term.
 
This industrial mini PC pairs Intel Panther Lake internals with near-silent AirJet cooling - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:51:00 GMT

The system can be configured with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 5 325 processor. The design shows how newer cooling methods could give industrial PCs more room for faster processors and graphics hardware in space-constrained deployments.

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The next generation’s guide to the new space economy - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:50:00 GMT
An industry report published by students in an MIT aerospace entrepreneurship class lays out guidance for aspiring space leaders and investors.
 
A Florida county discovered 14 Flock cameras nobody authorized, and 11 remain unclaimed - TechSpot Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:22:00 GMT

The latest case of unclaimed Flock cameras occurred in St. Lucie County, Florida. When officials began taking down the cameras after canceling the county's contract with the company, they discovered 14 extra cameras that the police say were not theirs.

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Amazon Says It’s No Longer Using NDAs for Data Centers - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:47:58 GMT
The company announced it has stopped using secret agreements with county officials and acknowledged that community backlash is leading to data center moratoriums across the country.
 
Best Smart Cat Trackers of 2026: Fi Mini vs. Tractive - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:35:00 GMT
After months of monitoring Basil’s activity and sleep, I found that Fi and Tractive cat trackers come with their own trade-offs.
 
Your Driverless Cab Is Spying on You - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Self-driving cars from Waymo, Zoox, and Tesla are studded with cameras and sensors. Some of them are pointing at riders.
 
Election Deniers Think the GOP’s Terrible Midterm Polling Is a ‘Psyop’ - Wired Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Dozens and dozens of high-profile MAGA influencers and pundits have weighed in. “The laughable fake polls are rolling out,” Catturd posted on X.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
New tool lets users repair AI-generated 3D models, then fabricate them just the way they want - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT
“InstructMesh” can generate designs for everyday objects that are easy to edit and fabricate for both experts and newcomers to 3D modeling.
 
Tell Us Which Privacy and Security Apps Are the Most Trustworthy - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:38 GMT
Do you use a security software like a VPN or antivirus? Let us and other readers know which one you like the most.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
What to Expect From This Week’s Microsoft Windows and Surface Event - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Surface Laptop Ultra with Nvidia’s RTX Spark chip could take center stage.
 
MIT Transit Lab to develop an AI platform for public transit agencies - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT
With $2.1 million funding from Google.org, the open-source Public Transit Intelligence Hub will unify public transit monitoring, operations, and passenger communication.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
Climate Action Learning Lab bridges research and policy for effective climate solutions - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
J-PAL North America’s Learning Lab supported a second cohort of U.S. government and nonprofit organizations in building and using rigorous evidence to advance effective decarbonization and adaptation strategies.
 
Here’s When You Can See October’s Meteor Showers, Views of All 8 Planets and More - CNET Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Skygazers can look forward to some spectacular sights this month, including one last good view of the Milky Way.
 
CNET Finds Nearly 1 in 3 US Adults Plan to Shop Early Holiday Sales. Will Deals Help Smaller Budgets? - CNET Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Early holiday sales are here, yet close to 40% are waiting until November or December to start shopping.
 
Who we become when we talk to machines - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Sherry Turkle’s new book, “Artificial Intimacy,” offers a withering critique of chatbots and the antisocial dynamics she believes they encourage.
 
The effects of an “algorithmic monoculture” depend on the details - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a study focusing on hiring decisions, MIT researchers found the use of a single algorithm by many firms could benefit job seekers in certain situations.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Download iOS 27.0.1 Now to Fix These 3 iPhone Bugs - CNET Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:10:53 GMT
One of the bugs this update addresses might cause your touchscreen to stop working.
 
Pressurized experiments could help wind farms generate more power - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new way of simulating wind turbines in the field shows how tweaking turbine operation could unlock tens of thousands of dollars per turbine every year.
 
New formulation helps RNA vaccines withstand high temperatures - MIT Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers have found a way to stabilize the lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, which could allow the vaccines to be more widely distributed.
 
MIT students gain a humanist lens on technical innovation in Tulsa, Oklahoma - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The PKG Center for Social Impact expands Code.Tulsa experiential learning program.
 
A new technique could accelerate the development of RNA therapies - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT
MIT chemical engineers found a way to rapidly produce lipid nanoparticles of varying sizes, which could make it easier to develop new vaccines and therapeutics.
 
Scattering neutrinos to probe the fundamental laws of the universe - MIT Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
As she became integral to an international particle physics experiment, PhD student Faith Reyes found confidence in herself as a scientist.
 
Biologists identify a cellular pathway that allows colorectal cancer to metastasize - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
They also found that obesity may put patients at higher risk for activation of the pathway. Drugs that block the pathway may help prevent metastasis.
 
New cell-collection device could improve early cancer detection - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a handheld system that gently collects living cells from patient samples to aid cancer testing and development of personalized medicines.
 
The promise and peril of using visual AI to study cities - MIT Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In their new book, “How AI Sees the City,” the leaders of MIT’s Senseable City Lab examine the technology’s implications for researching urban life.
 
MIT welcomes David Siegel SM ’86, PhD ’91 as its next Innovation Fellow - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist will collaborate with the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing to advance AI and scientific discovery.
 
FUNdaMENTALs of precision design - MIT Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Precision, repeatability, and fun are the focus in mechanical engineering course 2.70 (Fundamentals of Precision Product Design).
 
How the brain keeps its options straight at decision time - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Making a decision requires juggling a set of options without getting them confused or losing track of them. A new MIT study shows how neurons encode information to maximize clarity throughout the process.
 
Poitras Center to fuel early careers of 50 young scientists dedicated to psychiatric disorders research - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Patricia and James Poitras ’63 provide fellowships for graduate students and postdocs who will shape the future of mental health research.
 
MIT named the nation’s top university by U.S. News for 2026-27 - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT
The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.
 
Podcast: SHASS’s special sauce - MIT Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Established after World War II, the School of the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences is an integral part of the MIT experience. Three faculty reflect on the school’s ongoing impact.
 
Carter Stubbs named Institute auditor - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New Audit Division leader brings track record of collaboration, deep knowledge of audit program and MIT operations to role.
 
Batteries that safely break down in the GI tract could improve ingestible devices - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Made from “bioresorbable” materials, the new batteries could power capsules for drug delivery, sensing, and other applications.
 
Unmasking “zombie cells” in aging tissue with an AI-powered barcode - MIT Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Tracking down senescent cells, which accumulate as we age, could help diagnose age-related disorders and guide researchers working on new treatments.
 
MIT researchers are mapping extreme weather risks — and building tools to act on them - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:00 GMT
The Climate Grand Challenges “New World of Weather” project shows how modeling, planning tools, and infrastructure analysis are translating research into real-world resilience.
 
A new chapter for MIT Reads - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
A new focus on fiction and memoir aims to help the MIT community celebrate the power of storytelling and strengthen social connection.
 
A new understanding of how enzymes influence bacterial protein production - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT
Novel research expands scientific understanding of how RNA shapes the reading of genetic information.
 
Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.
 
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT
For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.
 
Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.
 
Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.
 
New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
“You're going to see the impact in 10 years” - President Kornbluth returns to GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” to discuss scientific funding and curiosity driven research - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Kornbluth weighed in on the consequences of cuts to federal funding for science and the value of curiosity driven research.
 
When Are the iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18E Coming Out? - CNET Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo are on the calendar, but what about the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18E and rumored iPhone Air 2? When to expect Apple’s full iPhone lineup.
 
How to Get a Piece of Apple’s $250M AI iPhone Settlement - CNET Wed, 06 May 2026 18:26:08 GMT
If you’re eligible to receive payment in the class-action settlement surrounding Apple’s AI lawsuit, the claims website is now live.
 
How to File a Claim in the $7.85M PlayStation Antitrust Settlement Before the Deadline - CNET Mon, 04 May 2026 19:27:56 GMT
The payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing in mid-October.
 
I’ve Tested Phones for 15 Years and These Are the Most Bizarre I’ve Seen - CNET Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:01:15 GMT
From Russia’s E Ink phone to Samsung’s first foldable, I’ve seen some weird stuff in 15 years.