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Source: the Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to Fable 5; limits could be lifted as soon as this coming week (Axios) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:05:01 GMT

Axios:
Source: the Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to Fable 5; limits could be lifted as soon as this coming week — The Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to its powerful Fable 5 model, which has been offline for 15 days …

 
The Steam Machine is sold out, overpriced, and can't quite do 4K – and now scalpers are asking $3,000 for it - TechSpot Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:46:00 GMT

Only weeks after landing in users' hands, the Steam Controller's unique properties have quickly inspired interesting, or at least amusing, new features. Despite its high price, the PC gaming controller might be the only new piece of hardware from Valve that most users can access for some time, as the...

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Polymarket says its annualized revenue is now $1B+; Dune Analytics: daily volume on Polymarket's US platform rose from ~$50M in mid-May to $200M+ by June 20 (Davis Giangiulio/CNBC) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:35:01 GMT

Davis Giangiulio / CNBC:
Polymarket says its annualized revenue is now $1B+; Dune Analytics: daily volume on Polymarket's US platform rose from ~$50M in mid-May to $200M+ by June 20 — Prediction market platform Polymarket's annualized revenue are now well above $1 billion, the company shared exclusively with CNBC on Friday.

 
"This doesn’t represent pre-order data," Xbox disputes reports of PS5 crushing GTA 6 preorder demand - Windows Central - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:26:59 GMT
  1. "This doesn’t represent pre-order data," Xbox disputes reports of PS5 crushing GTA 6 preorder demand Windows Central
  2. With GTA looming, consoles are getting expensive at the worst possible time The Verge
  3. Retailers Predict Console Shortage Around GTA VI Launch TechPowerUp
  4. GTA 6 Preorders on PS5 Are Outselling Xbox 6-to-1 as Retailers Warn of Console Shortages VICE
  5. Buying GTA 6 And A New Console This Fall? You Better Be Rich GameSpot
 
Prime Day Is Over, but the Deals Are Hanging On. Here Are Hundreds of Our Shopping Experts' Favorites - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:19:20 GMT
Prime Day officially ended yesterday, but we're still basking in its afterglow.
 
The Ship's Sailing on the Best Anker Deals for Headphones, Earbuds, Projectors, and More During Prime Day - PCMag - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:16:58 GMT
  1. The Ship's Sailing on the Best Anker Deals for Headphones, Earbuds, Projectors, and More During Prime Day PCMag
  2. I always pack a portable charger. Here are the 12 you should buy before Prime Day is over CNN
  3. Anker’s clever power bank with built-in cable is just $20 for Prime Day PCWorld
  4. 19 great Prime Day deals on our favorite charging gear The Verge
  5. One Charger for iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch for Less, Anker's MagSafe Foldable Charger at All-Time Low for a Few More Hours Gizmodo
 
Your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Can Take Better Photos by Changing Just a Few Settings - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:58 GMT
The Camera Assistant is one of the underrated features that can fine-tune your Galaxy S26 Ultra camera experience to your liking.
 
Polestar Faces a Ban on Selling Its EVs in the US - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:38:21 GMT
Regulators are putting the kibosh on sales of the automaker's upcoming EV models because of its ties to China.
 
Apple and Audi alumni have made a luxe EV based on the moon buggy - ArsTechnica Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:07:05 GMT
The Amble One is a street-legal $25,000 electric buggy designed for luxury resorts.
 
Duer’s Wear-Everywhere Pants Are on Sale This Weekend - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:01:00 GMT
It’s not often you can score discounts from the outdoor-coded Canadian company that makes understated and stylish performance clothing.
 
The Best Prime Day Smartphone Deals From Samsung, Google, and Motorola Are Ending Soon - PCMag - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:00:46 GMT
  1. The Best Prime Day Smartphone Deals From Samsung, Google, and Motorola Are Ending Soon PCMag
  2. This is your last chance to get the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for under $1,000 Mashable
  3. Prime Day Smartphone Deals Are Live: Save Up to 44% on Samsung Foldables, Google Pixels, Motorolas, and More PCMag
  4. Hurry! There's still time to grab one of Samsung's best smartphones of 2026 at an all-time low Android Central
  5. Amazon throws Samsung S26 Ultra & Pixel 10 Pro Fold into the Prime Day bargain bin as flagship phones hit record-low prices PC Guide
 
A Quantum Magic 8-Ball - Hack a Day Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:00:38 GMT
If you ever cracked open one of those Magic 8-Ball toys, you found little more than a polyhedron floating in some dark-colored fluid. It was a quasi-random way of asking …read more
 
Streaming services must comply with a California law that bans playing ads louder than the content being watched from July 1, but its implementation is unclear (Scharon Harding/Ars Technica) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:35:01 GMT

Scharon Harding / Ars Technica:
Streaming services must comply with a California law that bans playing ads louder than the content being watched from July 1, but its implementation is unclear — On July 1, it will be illegal for streaming platforms to play ads louder than the content being watched in California.

 
Does DeleteMe Actually Get Your Info off the Internet? I Tried It - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Everyone is sick of spam calls and creeper sites that show weirdos where you live—but can any service solve it?
 
Security News This Week: LastPass Users Had Their Data Stolen—Again - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Former national security advisor John Bolton pleads guilty in classified-materials case, Microsoft helps take down major infostealer infrastructure, and more.
 
The 37 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 27, #642 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:56 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 27, No. 642.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 27, #1112 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:55 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 27 No. 1,112.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 27, #1834 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:54 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 27, No. 1,834.
 
Why Venezuela’s Second Earthquake Was So Damaging to Buildings - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Factors like the short interval between the two powerful quakes and different types of soil led to some structures collapsing while others stayed standing.
 
Do Metal Roofs Turn a Bird House into an Oven? - Hack a Day Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:00:16 GMT
A white man in a dark t-shirt and glasses stands next to a pegboard. On the pegboard is a cylindrical wooden bird house with a small piece of metal roof attached to the top. A set of heat lamps are suspended above and give the image a reddish-orange glow. 87˚F is in white text in the lower left corner.
Birdhouses can be a great way to help out nesting birds in your area, but they can be a bit intensive to make. As part of a 500 birdhouse marathon, …read more
 
Prediction Markets Let You Bet on Anything. That's a Problem - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:55:44 GMT
Critics call platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi online casinos, where insider trading runs rampant.
 
Amid Amazon's Robot Surge, Proteus Charts a New Path Forward - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:30:00 GMT
Proteus, the company's first fully autonomous robot, is a key mover in Amazon's ambitious robotics quest to deliver packages to you more quickly.
 
An XML Parsing Exception Occurred - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:25:07 GMT
The feed contains an error.
 
Is Mega Skarmory good for Pokémon GO Raids? - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:02:41 GMT
  1. Is Mega Skarmory good for Pokémon GO Raids? Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Mega Skarmory Soars into Pokémon GO Super Mega Raid Day Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon Go Mega Skarmory counters, weaknesses and moveset Eurogamer
  4. Mega Skarmory Pokémon Go Raid Counters and Best Moveset games.gg
  5. Mega Skarmory Pokemon Go Raids: Weaknesses, Best Counters, And Best Moveset GameSpot
 
A look at advanced chip packaging, now more reliant on TSMC and its partners in Taiwan than ever, and the efforts to address this bottleneck in the US (Don Clark/New York Times) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:35:00 GMT

Don Clark / New York Times:
A look at advanced chip packaging, now more reliant on TSMC and its partners in Taiwan than ever, and the efforts to address this bottleneck in the US — A silicon wafer reflecting Subramanian Iyer, a specialist at the University of California, Los Angeles, in a technology called advanced chip packaging.

 
Sources: Meituan, Baidu, Xiaomi, and other Chinese tech giants have been trimming their workforces, fueling Chinese workers' concerns of being replaced by AI (Wency Chen/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:10:00 GMT

Wency Chen / South China Morning Post:
Sources: Meituan, Baidu, Xiaomi, and other Chinese tech giants have been trimming their workforces, fueling Chinese workers' concerns of being replaced by AI — When a friend checked in on a Meituan employee late last month to see if he had survived the latest round of corporate culling …

 
Japanese financial giant SBI agrees to acquire Bitbank, a top 10 Japanese crypto exchange by trading activity, for ~$289M, with the deal set to close in October (Jamie Crawley/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:15:00 GMT

Jamie Crawley / CoinDesk:
Japanese financial giant SBI agrees to acquire Bitbank, a top 10 Japanese crypto exchange by trading activity, for ~$289M, with the deal set to close in October — Japanese financial services giant SBI Holdings said it agreed to buy cryptocurrency exchange Bitbank for around $289 million.

 
Watch YouTube on a Game Boy Color With a Special Cartridge - Hack a Day Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:09 GMT
There’s no questioning [Throaty Mumbo]’s uncanny skill at answering questions that nobody ever asked, such as whether it’s possible to watch YouTube videos on a Nintendo Game Boy Color handheld …read more
 
Source: Intel has promised to deliver SpaceX and Apple a toolkit this fall to test its 14A node before they make final commitments to produce chips with Intel (Tripp Mickle/New York Times) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:45:02 GMT

Tripp Mickle / New York Times:
Source: Intel has promised to deliver SpaceX and Apple a toolkit this fall to test its 14A node before they make final commitments to produce chips with Intel — At a tech conference in San Francisco this week, admirers surrounded Lip-Bu Tan, the chief executive of Intel …

 
Insurance tech startup Corgi denies accusations that it used Papermark's open source software code to develop its software and present it as its own (Julie Bort/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:05:02 GMT

Julie Bort / TechCrunch:
Insurance tech startup Corgi denies accusations that it used Papermark's open source software code to develop its software and present it as its own — Y Combinator-backed insurance tech startup Corgi became embroiled in yet another controversy earlier this week when Papermark …

 
We found 401+ of the best Amazon Prime Day deals worth shopping before they’re gone - NBC News - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
  1. We found 401+ of the best Amazon Prime Day deals worth shopping before they’re gone NBC News
  2. Prime Day is over: We found 50+ deals still live on our Apple, Ninja, Lego, Sony, and DJI favorites Mashable
  3. It's your last shot at Prime Day Apple deals: AirPods and more Good Morning America
  4. Over 100 fresh tech deals from Prime Day day 3 The Verge
  5. The Best Prime Day Apple Deals on iPads, AirPods, and More The New York Times
 
Sources: the CFTC began an extensive investigation of Polymarket earlier this year; the agency's former acting head killed a separate investigation in July 2025 (New York Times) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:20:00 GMT

New York Times:
Sources: the CFTC began an extensive investigation of Polymarket earlier this year; the agency's former acting head killed a separate investigation in July 2025 — Last year, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission overruled its enforcement attorneys and killed a separate inquiry into whether …

 
Sources: Apple is lobbying the Trump admin for clearance to buy memory chips from US-blacklisted Chinese company CXMT to ease pressure from rising chip prices (Financial Times) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:15:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Sources: Apple is lobbying the Trump admin for clearance to buy memory chips from US-blacklisted Chinese company CXMT to ease pressure from rising chip prices — The iPhone maker wants Trump administration to sign off on purchases to ease pressure from rising chip prices

 
Steam Summer Sale Offers Discounts On Hundreds of VR Games - UploadVR - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:39:16 GMT
  1. Steam Summer Sale Offers Discounts On Hundreds of VR Games UploadVR
  2. Save up to 90% on Spike Chunsoft Games During the Summer Sale on Nintendo eShop June 25 to July 8, 2026 Spike Chunsoft
  3. Steam Summer Sale 2026 arrives: 10 deals to know Mashable
  4. Best Steam Deck Verified games under $10 in the Steam Summer Sale PC Guide
  5. The Steam Summer Sale has begun! EscapeFromTarkov.com
 
Sources: SpaceX and Charter have held executive-level talks on a consumer mobile phone offering, which would help SpaceX become a DTC mobile phone provider (Kelcee Griffis/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:20:01 GMT

Kelcee Griffis / Bloomberg:
Sources: SpaceX and Charter have held executive-level talks on a consumer mobile phone offering, which would help SpaceX become a DTC mobile phone provider — SpaceX and Charter Communications Inc. have held executive-level talks about partnering on a consumer mobile phone offering, according to people familiar with the matter.

 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Saturday, June 27 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:20:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 27.
 
NVIDIA’s New AI Servers Run on Hotub Coolant and Don’t Need Evaporators - Hack a Day Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:00:36 GMT
When people start ranting about AI, you can be sure a few things are going to come up during the two-minutes hate: job loss, higher power bills, the neverending tide …read more
 
The 28 Best Deals Under $100 Before Prime Day Ends - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:59:29 GMT
Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.
 
Anthropic says the US government is allowing Mythos 5 to be redeployed to critical infrastructure operators, and is working to restore general access to Fable 5 (@anthropicai) - Techmeme Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:55:01 GMT

@anthropicai:
Anthropic says the US government is allowing Mythos 5 to be redeployed to critical infrastructure operators, and is working to restore general access to Fable 5 — Since June 12, we've been working closely with the US government to restore access to Claude Mythos 5 and Fable 5. Today, the government notified us that Mythos 5, our strongest cybersecurity model, can be redeployed to a set of US organizations that operate and defend critical

 
99 Last Minute Prime Day Deals: Up to 50% Off (2026) - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:45:00 GMT
Prime Day is hours away from ending, so take one last look through our hand-picked deals before they're gone.
 
Scalpers List Steam Machine Reservations at $1,700+ - TechPowerUp - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:37:14 GMT
  1. Scalpers List Steam Machine Reservations at $1,700+ TechPowerUp
  2. Forget the Steam Machine: SteamOS Is What PC Gamers Should Be Excited About PCMag
  3. Valve Would "Love to Make the Steam Machine More Affordable" - Just Don't Expect It "Any Time Soon" Digital Foundry
  4. Valve Steam Machine Review: GPU & CPU Benchmarks, SteamOS Test, Thermals, Noise, and Price Gamers Nexus
  5. Valve can afford a niche, pricey hardware launch; Sony and Microsoft can't | Opinion GamesIndustry.biz
 
Trump Administration Allows Anthropic to Release Mythos to Select US Organizations - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:26:14 GMT
After weeks of negotiations, the White House permitted Anthropic to grant access to its most advanced AI model to a select group of US companies and government agencies.
 
17 Last Minute Prime Day Apple Deals on iPads, Macs, and More - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:52 GMT
Despite the surprise price increases to iPads and Macs, there are some fantastic Prime Day deals still left to shop.
 
Sources: Meta lobbyists are urging California lawmakers to exempt social media platforms from legislation that would increase penalties in child-harm cases (Tyler Katzenberger/Politico) - Techmeme Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:40:01 GMT

Tyler Katzenberger / Politico:
Sources: Meta lobbyists are urging California lawmakers to exempt social media platforms from legislation that would increase penalties in child-harm cases — Meta's plea comes as it faces hundreds of lawsuits accusing the company of failing to protect kids' safety on its platforms.

 
Universal Is Skipping Influencer Screenings for ‘The Odyssey.’ Film Critics Are Thrilled - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:15:28 GMT
With discourse about Christopher Nolan’s epic already raging, first viewer reactions will come from mainstream press, not content creators. Some critics are gloating over this break from the norm.
 
This Is Why Your Smartwatch Is Giving You Anxiety, and What You Can Do About It - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:07:00 GMT
I struggle to wear a smartwatch because of the anxiety it causes. To find out why and what can be done about it, I reached out to doctors and other experts.
 
Why GTA 6 is launching without a disc - and what it says about gaming's future - BBC - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:03:04 GMT
  1. Why GTA 6 is launching without a disc - and what it says about gaming's future BBC
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Going Digital-Only Is a Car Crash for Physical Media The Hollywood Reporter
  3. Pre-Order Grand Theft Auto VI on June 25 Rockstar Games
  4. Grand Theft Auto VI plays best on PS5 November 19 PlayStation.Blog
  5. A Physical Disc Copy of GTA 6 Is Not in the Works, Contrary to Online Reports IGN
 
Fixing an Elgato Cam Link’s USB Current Draw Issue - Hack a Day Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:00:50 GMT
Recently [Bits und Bolts] found himself in a bit of a pickle, when on boot his PC would complain about a connected USB device drawing too much power, before shutting …read more
 
PlayStation encourages Blu-ray adoption by deleting purchased movies from customer accounts - A.V. Club - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:52:48 GMT
  1. PlayStation encourages Blu-ray adoption by deleting purchased movies from customer accounts A.V. Club
  2. PlayStation Removing Purchased Content From Your Library Again PlayStation LifeStyle
  3. PlayStation Users Losing Access to Purchased Studio Canal Films Insider Gaming
  4. PlayStation Fans Outraged as Sony Wipes Hundreds of Digital Movies & TV Shows That Users Fully Purchased comicbook.com
  5. Sony to Deprive PlayStation Users of Access to 551 Purchased Movies - Including "Terminator 2," "Rambo," and More ixbt.games
 
Letter: the US lifts its block on Mythos 5, allowing Anthropic to release it to more than 100 US institutions; sources: talks about Fable 5 are ongoing (Semafor) - Techmeme Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:40:01 GMT

Semafor:
Letter: the US lifts its block on Mythos 5, allowing Anthropic to release it to more than 100 US institutions; sources: talks about Fable 5 are ongoing — THE SCOOP — The US government Friday lifted its block on Anthropic's powerful Claude Mythos 5 AI model, allowing the company to release …

 
Anthropic Moves Toward Deal With US to Lift Curbs on AI Models (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:20:03 GMT

Bloomberg:
Anthropic Moves Toward Deal With US to Lift Curbs on AI Models — Anthropic PBC and the Trump administration are moving closer to an agreement that would lift US restrictions on the company's top two artificial intelligence models after weeks of talks between the two sides over security of the systems …

 
South Korea plans to train entire military as "drone warriors" - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:19:05 GMT
Half-million strong military will train on drones as “universal combat tool.”
 
After covering Prime Day for 36 hours over four days, this is the one thing I bought - The Verge - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:09:46 GMT
After covering Prime Day for 36 hours over four days, this is the one thing I bought The Verge
 
FBI: Russian hackers now target Signal backup recovery keys - Bleeping Computer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:06:17 GMT
The FBI and CISA are warning that a phishing campaign targeting Signal users tied to Russian intelligence services has evolved to steal Signal Backup Recovery Keys, allowing attackers to access victims' historical messages. [...]
 
Prime Day Deal 2026: Fellow Espresso Series 1 Is $200 Off - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:04:47 GMT
This is the last day for deals on Fellow Series 1 espresso machine, Fellow Aiden, and Fellow Stagg kettle. Each is the best in their category.
 
Best Prime Day Vacuum Deals Offer Up to 42% Off (2026): Shark, Dyson, Bissell - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Move over, spring cleaning. These vacuum deals will give your home the cleanest summer yet thanks to Amazon Prime Day.
 
Which game made you a gamer, and what technology made you a lifelong enthusiast? - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:53:00 GMT

Most of us weren't born tech enthusiasts. Somewhere along the way, a game, a gadget, a PC upgrade, or a new technology grabbed our attention and we never really let go.

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Doctors suspected man had brain cancer. He actually had worms. - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:43:57 GMT
His doctors went looking for cancer, then they saw the worms' heads.
 
50 Incredible Charts That Repeatedly Made Me Go, "Now That Is Fascinating!" - BuzzFeed - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:31:02 GMT
50 Incredible Charts That Repeatedly Made Me Go, "Now That Is Fascinating!" BuzzFeed
 
The Best Prime Day Laptop Deals on My Personal Favorites - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT
From MacBooks to gaming laptops, these are the very best deals on some of my very favorite laptops for Amazon Prime Day.
 
GTA 6 Confirms $80 Price Tag, Ultimate Edition, Midnight Preorders and More - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:15:52 GMT
The next installment of the Grand Theft Auto series is poised to dominate 2026. Here's what we know so far.
 
Hands-on: Google Home Speakers are the easiest option for your Google TV Streamer, hands down - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT
  1. Hands-on: Google Home Speakers are the easiest option for your Google TV Streamer, hands down 9to5Google
  2. Google’s New Smart Speaker Takes the Lead WIRED
  3. Google Home Speaker vs. the mainstay Nest Mini: Is this a true upgrade? [Video] 9to5Google
  4. Google’s New $100 Speaker Makes a Weak Case for Gemini in the Home Bloomberg.com
  5. I lived with the new Google Home Speaker for a week — Gemini changed everything MakeUseOf
 
Streaming services’ obnoxiously loud ads become illegal on July 1 in California - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:12:07 GMT
Illinois passed a similar law, giving services more incentive to make ads less booming.
 
Valve's Steam Machine: Pricing Set (Oof!), Reservation Emails Sent, Shipping Soon - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:05:14 GMT
The Steam Deck dominates gaming on the go, and the Steam Machine looks to conquer the living room.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for June 27 #846 - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:04:00 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for June 27 No. 846.
 
How People in China Keep Outsmarting Anthropic’s Geolocation Restrictions - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:02:54 GMT
As Anthropic tightens restrictions on access to Claude in China, users keep finding new workarounds, from proxy services to fake identities sourced on Telegram.
 
Samsung’s Excellent OLED Monitors Are Up to 36 Percent Off for Prime Day - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:02:31 GMT
Samsung makes some of the very best OLED gaming monitors, and they’ve never been this affordable.
 
Russian citizens told "switch to Android" after Apple blocks key Russian apps - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:58:02 GMT
Russian government lashes out at Apple's "bizarre" decisions.
 
Best Ninja Prime Day Deals (2026) Slushi, Creami, Crispi, Cafe Luxe - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:55:48 GMT
Ninja Creami Swirl, Crispi, Slushi, and Cafe Luxe Pro are all on Prime Day deals that will soon go away.
 
That Guy Who Sliced His Ferrari Enzo In Half In A Malibu Crash Is Out Of Prison And Posting On Facebook About It - Jalopnik - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:49:45 GMT
That Guy Who Sliced His Ferrari Enzo In Half In A Malibu Crash Is Out Of Prison And Posting On Facebook About It Jalopnik
 
iPhone 18: Everything We Know About Apple's Biggest Updates - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Rumors about Apple's next flagship phones point to a new foldable, a variable-aperture camera, improved battery life and, yes, higher prices.
 
NYT slams Microsoft for building copyright-infringing supercomputer for OpenAI - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:04:55 GMT
NYT shifts OpenAI/Microsoft copyright claims after SCOTUS ruling against Sony.
 
A Custom Zigbee Touch Keypad - Hack a Day Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:00:54 GMT
[Dominic Buchstaller] wanted a neat, tidy entryway keypad that actually looked good. Prime goals were something slim, wireless, and with no visible screws. Dependency on the cloud was also a …read more
 
Expect Extreme Heat in Much of the US Starting This Weekend. How to Stay Safe - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:58:17 GMT
Heat can be very dangerous. Staying hydrated and cool are essential.
 
CISA sets urgent deadline to fix Cisco flaw exploited in attacks - Bleeping Computer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:43:06 GMT
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is giving federal agencies until Sunday to patch a vulnerability in Cisco Unified Communications Manager Server that is being actively exploited. [...]
 
These are the best deals you can still get on MacBooks before Apple’s price hike kicks in - The Verge - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:42:52 GMT
  1. These are the best deals you can still get on MacBooks before Apple’s price hike kicks in The Verge
  2. Best Prime Day laptop deals still live: Save up to $850 on MacBooks Mashable
  3. After Apple Raised Prices, Amazon Just Sold Out of the Best MacBook Air Deal Ever inc.com
  4. Save $850 on M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with last-minute Prime Day deal AppleInsider
  5. This Is Probably Your Last Chance to Buy a Cheap MacBook for a While WIRED
 
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max May See $200 Price Increase - MacRumors - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:17:59 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max May See $200 Price Increase MacRumors
  2. iPhone 18: Everything We Know About Apple's Biggest Updates CNET
  3. iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, iPhone 18 Pro details, more. Mashable
  4. Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Features: Everything We Know So Far TechRepublic
  5. You may be unable to escape a brutal iPhone 18 Pro price hike PhoneArena
 
10 Best Prime Day Streaming Deals, Including Half Off Apple TV (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:55:18 GMT
Prime Day isn’t just about cheap TVs. It’s also about cheap stuff to watch on your cheap TV.
 
FCC accused of hiding Chairman Carr's messages with DOGE and Musk - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:51:04 GMT
FCC refuses to provide messages, has "wasted a year" of court's time, filing says.
 
How to See the Giant Asteroid That Will Pass by Earth This Weekend - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:45:16 GMT
The asteroid will be visible for several nights from different parts of the world. We’ll tell you when and where to look, and what equipment you’ll need to spot it.
 
Whew! Windows 10 Users Get a Year's Extension for Security Updates - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:45:00 GMT
The company has quietly extended its Extended Security Update coverage until October 2027.
 
Reflective LCD Slabtop Terminal Runs Homebrewed Solar OS - Hack a Day Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:02 GMT
Have you ever spotted something in a catalog or on a website and just known you had to build a project around that one part? That’s how [nilseuropa] felt about …read more
 
The Big Summer Preview – New Ork miniatures and codex are coming - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:26:39 GMT
  1. The Big Summer Preview – New Ork miniatures and codex are coming Warhammer Community
  2. The Big Summer Preview – See all the reveals here Warhammer Community
  3. Aeldari Exodites Are Finally Here – And More From The Warhammer Summer Preview Bell of Lost Souls
  4. The Big Summer Preview – Chaos Arrives in the Old World Warhammer Community
  5. Warhammer: Necromunda Prepares for New Edition and Miniature Set Releases ixbt.games
 
The Big Summer Preview – New Starter Sets and ready painted terrain - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:21:39 GMT
  1. The Big Summer Preview – New Starter Sets and ready painted terrain Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer 40k Preview: New Starters, Terrain, Codex Orks, & Space Marines! Bell of Lost Souls
  3. These free fan-made Warhammer 40k tools make 11th edition SO much easier to handle wargamer.com
  4. Prime Day? More like Primaris Day, as you can save big on getting started with Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition TechRadar
  5. Warhammer 40,000 Orks to Receive New Edition Codex and Truck with Various Assembly Options ixbt.games
 
Netflix now requires every user profile to be tied to unique email address - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:58 GMT
Update began June 15 and will no longer allow you to share your login info.
 
Netflix now requires every user profile to be tied to unique email address - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:58 GMT
  1. Netflix now requires every user profile to be tied to unique email address Ars Technica
  2. Netflix could soon require a unique email for every single profile on your account Android Police
  3. Netflix wants everyone in your house to have their own email login now Android Central
  4. Netflix is changing how households log into shared accounts, and you probably won't like it Android Authority
  5. Netflix Password Sharing Isn't Dead Yet. 5 Tricks That Still Work (for Now) Yahoo Tech
 
I'm Adding These Bose Headphones to My Prime Day Cart (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:16:58 GMT
Bose headphones are already one of our favorites for comfort, sound, and noise canceling. Now they’re cheaper.
 
The Prime Day MacBook Deals I Recommend (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:07:38 GMT
Apple has warned about MacBook prices rising, making these Prime Day deals even more worthwhile to consider.
 
Polymarket customers lose $3 million in supply-chain attack - Bleeping Computer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:04:12 GMT
Polymarket says it will fully reimburse customers who lost an estimated $3 million after hackers injected a malicious script into the platform's frontend following a breach at a third-party vendor. [...]
 
Cybersecurity firms targeted by fraudulent OpenAI organization invites - Bleeping Computer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:49:07 GMT
Threat actors are creating OpenAI tenants that impersonate legitimate companies and inviting employees to join them, in what appears to be a ploy to trick targets into submitting sensitive company information in chats and projects. [...]
 
Antibiotic "megacluster" discovery provides new strategy to fight superbugs - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:46:07 GMT
It's "an exciting advance in efforts to restock the antibiotic arsenal."
 
PlayStation hardware sales fall to their lowest May total since 2000 | US Monthly Charts - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:37:13 GMT
  1. PlayStation hardware sales fall to their lowest May total since 2000 | US Monthly Charts GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Xbox Sales Are Its Lowest Ever This Month, PlayStation Its Lowest Since 2000 Forbes
  3. Switch 2 Best-Seller, PS5 Sales Fall Again - Europe Hardware Estimates for May 2026 VGChartz
  4. PlayStation and Xbox Console Sales Collapse Following Damaging Price Rises IGN
  5. Nintendo Switch 2 ends first full year in the U.S. at nearly 6 million units sold, second fastest-selling video game system Nintendo Everything
 
I'm Living With Two Siris. Apple's Price Hikes Will Make This Your Life, Too - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:37:00 GMT
Commentary: This split-Siri life is going to be the norm for a lot of people with Apple devices.
 
Windows 11 is getting redesigned taskbar settings in new build - Neowin - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:36:00 GMT
  1. Windows 11 is getting redesigned taskbar settings in new build Neowin
  2. Windows Update Will Start Showing New Insider Channel System to all Windows 11 Users Thurrott.com
  3. Windows 11 is finally rethinking the Start menu and Taskbar, and it might win back people who gave up on it Windows Central
  4. Windows 11 is fixing its clunky audio settings menu Yahoo Tech
  5. Windows 11 Future Platforms Preview Adds Screen Tint and Smarter Updates Windows Report
 
I Just Saw That Eufy’s Floodlight Security Camera Is Cheaper Than Ever (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:23:59 GMT
If you want to beef up your home security this Prime Day, Eufy’s Floodlight Camera is a great way to do it.
 
SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn Overlord, and more at new low prices - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:06:33 GMT
  1. SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn Overlord, and more at new low prices Nintendo Everything
  2. Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals: We're loving this Switch 2 bundle Mashable
  3. Our 36 favorite gaming deals on Prime Day for Switch, PS5, and Xbox The Verge
  4. Nintendo Kicks Off Brand New Summer Sale On Switch 2 Games IGN
  5. I’m Still Tracking Over 20 Last-Minute Prime Day Nintendo Switch Deals Available Now CNET
 
OpenAI Has New AI Models. Here’s Why You Can’t Use Them - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:05:40 GMT
The White House asked OpenAI to delay the rollout of its GPT-5.6 AI models, two weeks after Anthropic had to take its most advanced AI models offline.
 
European Commission moves to designate Amazon and Microsoft as cloud gatekeepers - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:46:00 GMT

Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure are now so important to Europe's digital economy that they may be required to comply with additional rules when doing business with customers in the EU. Otherwise, they could face hefty fines.

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The Pentagon Is Looking Into the Dialog Data Exposure for Unmasking National Security Officials - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:30:33 GMT
Exposed records from the private group included the personal information of a senior White House intelligence official and an active-duty special operations officer.
 
Ars Live: What's the latest in the aftermath of the New Glenn catastrophe? - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:24:59 GMT
Join us on the livestream at 1 pm ET and ask questions about the aftermath of New Glenn.
 
27 Best Prime Day Beauty Deals of 2026 (We Sifted Through Hundreds to Pick Them) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:17:20 GMT
It wouldn't be Amazon Prime Day without some beauty deals. Here's a roundup of all our favorites.
 
Google Messages Chat Themes are Live – How to Get Them Now - Droid Life - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:16:24 GMT
  1. Google Messages Chat Themes are Live – How to Get Them Now Droid Life
  2. Google Messages starts rolling out custom ‘Chat themes’ [U] 9to5Google
  3. Google Messages finally unlocks a personalization perk iPhone users have been enjoying PhoneArena
  4. Google Messages starts rolling out features that are common on iMessage and WhatsApp Trusted Reviews
  5. Google News is getting a facelift. A feature users have been waiting for for years has arrived Samsung Magazine
 
Falco In Star Fox Is Every Toxic DPS You’ve Ever Played With - Kotaku - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:46 GMT
  1. Falco In Star Fox Is Every Toxic DPS You’ve Ever Played With Kotaku
  2. Join Fox McCloud and his crew in Star Fox, a high-octane adventure! nintendo.com
  3. Star Fox (2026) Review - Mission Complete Game Informer
  4. After ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ Cameo, Fox McCloud’s Big Year Continues With ‘Star Fox’ Remake on Switch 2 Variety
  5. Star Fox is the Switch 2’s most impressive visual showcase yet The Verge
 
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.
 
Take an 8-Minute Gameplay Tour of the Remade Havana in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced - IGN - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Take an 8-Minute Gameplay Tour of the Remade Havana in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced IGN
  2. How Long Is Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced? Game Length & Total Hours, Explained Insider Gaming
  3. AC Black Flag Resynced Day 1 Patch Notes games.gg
  4. Release Date for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Remake Reviews Announced ixbt.games
  5. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Brings Back the Joy of Exploration GamingBolt
 
I Found the Best Prime Day Pixel Buds Deals: 2a, Pro (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:58:48 GMT
Google Pixel Buds are steeply on sale, presumably only through the end of the day.
 
Prime Day’s Best Handheld Fan Deals, Up to 20% Off, Are About to Disappear (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:56:39 GMT
These are the best last-minute Prime Day discounts on handheld fans, from $10 budget buys to Shark’s high-tech ChillPill.
 
The US Is About to Deport an Immigrant to the Center of the Ebola Crisis - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:49 GMT
Edward Nalwamba is a 78-year-old retired pastor whose health has rapidly declined while in detention, his attorney says.
 
Announcing TA Evolved: A new site feature every Friday until the end of the year - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:27 GMT
Announcing TA Evolved: A new site feature every Friday until the end of the year TrueAchievements
 
Samsung Will Start Charging For SmartThings API Access - Engadget - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:36:15 GMT
  1. Samsung Will Start Charging For SmartThings API Access Engadget
  2. Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API The Verge
  3. Samsung SmartThings API Pricing: New Fees and Who They Affect Gadget Hacks
  4. Samsung Puts $5 Monthly Fee on SmartThings API Access The Tech Buzz
  5. Samsung wants SmartThings API users to pay, and Home Assistant could suffer How-To Geek
 
After 80 Years, Mathematicians Give Famed ‘Erdős Method’ an Upgrade - Quanta Magazine - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:26:58 GMT
After 80 Years, Mathematicians Give Famed ‘Erdős Method’ an Upgrade Quanta Magazine
 
Bungie cuts nearly 300 jobs as Destiny 2 winds down and Marathon takes center stage - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:25:00 GMT

For years, Bungie kept Destiny 2 online with a big technical footprint, from backend systems for progression and matchmaking to tools for live events and constant content updates. Now, with that pipeline winding down and new games still in early incubation, the studio is cutting back the team that supports...

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ConcernedApe Explains Why He's Shown So Little Of Haunted Chocolatier: 'I Would Rather Serve A Fully Baked Bread' - Game Informer - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:23:23 GMT
  1. ConcernedApe Explains Why He's Shown So Little Of Haunted Chocolatier: 'I Would Rather Serve A Fully Baked Bread' Game Informer
  2. Stardew Valley Creator Shares Update On Haunted Chocolatier’s Recipe Book System VICE
  3. Haunted Chocolatier’s Long Development Comes Down To Chasing Perfection GameSpot
  4. Stardew Dev Says Haunted Chocolatier Is Because Of Self-Torture Kotaku
  5. Stardew Valley creator gives lengthy new update on his next game Polygon.com
 
Get $145 Off the Best Mesh Router This Prime Day 2026 - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:18:06 GMT
Do you crave speedy, reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home? Snag one of these Prime Day router or mesh deals.
 
New iPhone Ultra report has latest pricing and release timing updates - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:11:00 GMT
  1. New iPhone Ultra report has latest pricing and release timing updates 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's foldable iPhone Ultra probably won't be late after all Mashable
  3. Sources confirm delayed iPhone Ultra launch, higher iPhone 18 Pro prices Macworld
  4. Samsung Display Begins Production of OLED Modules for Apple Foldable iPhone thelec.net
  5. Apple orders 9x fewer display panels for the foldable iPhone Ultra than for the iPhone 18 Pro PhoneArena
 
VW may close four factories to adapt to the future, report says - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:10:03 GMT
With falling sales in the US and especially China, VW Group wants to restructure.
 
Apple’s Touch MacBook to Use M5 Pro and Max Chips, With M7 Models to Follow - Bloomberg.com - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:08:11 GMT
  1. Apple’s Touch MacBook to Use M5 Pro and Max Chips, With M7 Models to Follow Bloomberg.com
  2. Apple to Skip High-End M6 Mac Chips in Favor of AI-Focused M7 Line Bloomberg.com
  3. OLED, touchscreen, and more: What to expect from the 2027 MacBook Pro AppleInsider
  4. Apple’s most powerful Macs might be waiting until 2027 for big processor upgrades The Verge
  5. Apple’s touchscreen MacBook to use M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, not M6: report 9to5Mac
 
22 Best Prime Day Fitness Tech Deals (2026) Up to $250 Off - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:07:11 GMT
I've compiled a list of the best fitness tech deals this Amazon Prime Day, including smartwatches, walking pads, and recovery gear. You can thank me later.
 
HPE is quietly pivoting from servers to networking, and Cisco should be paying attention - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:02:00 GMT

Taking an established company in a new direction is always a challenging task. Doing so in the midst of one of the biggest evolutions the tech industry has witnessed, even more so.

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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.
 
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.
 
Europe Is Fed Up and Wants Its Own AI - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
It's a stretch to think that the continent can build a top-tier model, but it has an advantage: Donald Trump.
 
Feedbacks upon feedbacks: Rock weathering and the climate - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:41:18 GMT
Rock weathering may release or draw down carbon dioxide—it depends on the rock.
 
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen: What We Learned In Capcom's Showcase - Kotaku - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:31:03 GMT
  1. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen: What We Learned In Capcom's Showcase Kotaku
  2. Everything Announced At The 2026 Capcom Spotlight Game Informer
  3. Highlights from Capcom Spotlight 2026 – Dragon’s Dogma, Onimusha, Monster Hunter, and more PlayStation.Blog
  4. CAPCOM's Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Packs 12 New Dungeons and New Relic-fueled Gear, Reshaping the Game's Core Gameplay Loop Wccftech
  5. I Can’t Wait To Climb All Over Big Snow Monsters In Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Kotaku
 
Get Off Grid in Style Thanks to This Device—On Sale for Prime Day (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:30:17 GMT
Pick up this deal on Jackery’s most portable battery and power up your adventures wherever they take you.
 
Hollywood Thrives on ‘Rabid’ Fans. For Publicists, They’re a Nightmare - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:28:38 GMT
A scuffle between stan account Club Chalamet and another Heated Rivalry die-hard shines a light on how parasocial fans are a publicist’s greatest asset—and liability.
 
Amazon GTA 6 listing mentions unannounced features including ‘Larger map’ and ‘NPC routines’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:09:57 GMT
  1. Amazon GTA 6 listing mentions unannounced features including ‘Larger map’ and ‘NPC routines’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. GTA 6 Features Leaked – Including PS5 Pro Enhancements VICE
  3. GTA 6 retailer listing leaks gameplay features like "dynamic NPC routines" and real-time social networks PC Guide
  4. GTA 6 leak shows a level of immersion never seen before in the series Polygon.com
  5. New GTA 6 Features Reportedly Leaked By Amazon Or Have They? RockstarINTEL
 
iOS 27 adds three new iPhone features I’ve been really loving - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:09:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 adds three new iPhone features I’ve been really loving 9to5Mac
  2. Every new iOS 27 feature that’s worth knowing about TechCrunch
  3. iOS 27 Wallet App Gets 7 New Features MacRumors
  4. Apple launches iOS 27 beta 2: Here's what's new Mashable
  5. I hate AI, but even I can’t wait to try these 10 features on my iPhone Macworld
 
Your First GRC Agent: A Red Teamer's Walkthrough - Bleeping Computer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:01:11 GMT
AI won't replace GRC analysts, but it can eliminate much of the repetitive work they do. Anecdotes walks through building an agent that continuously monitors controls, identifies evidence gaps, and opens remediation tasks. [...]
 
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.
 
2026 Prime Day Deals: 20% off NOCO and Wolfbox Jump-Starters - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:56:22 GMT
If you don't know you need a jump starter, it’s a sign you really, really need a jump-starter. NOCO and Wolfbox are the best ones.
 
MacPaw Is Launching a Next-Gen AI Assistant Soon. What to Know About Eney - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:54:00 GMT
The story behind MacPaw's proactive Mac assistant that can solve hundreds of tasks and adapts to how you think and work.
 
CNET Shopping Wizards Found This Week’s Best Deals, Including Deep Prime Day Discounts - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:45:00 GMT
Prime Day is officially here, and the savings are even better than we hoped for.
 
My Family Loves Board Games—Here Are the 12 I’d Buy On Sale During Prime Day (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:41:13 GMT
Looking for family fun this summer? You need these WIRED-recommended Prime Day board game deals.
 
The third Xbox price hike in 15 months raises all models by at least $100 - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:36:00 GMT

Mere days after reports of mass layoffs at Microsoft-owned game development studios, things have gone from bad to worse for Xbox. In a few weeks, the company's game consoles will receive their highest-ever price increases, marking the third round in barely over a year.

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SpaceX plans to launch Starlink mobile service in the US - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:22:59 GMT
Move would test whether group can turn ambition into a mass-market phone business.
 
The Steam Machine knock-offs begin as Stim Machine attempts to offer a more powerful machine at the same price and shape, but that's far from the whole story - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:08:48 GMT
  1. The Steam Machine knock-offs begin as Stim Machine attempts to offer a more powerful machine at the same price and shape, but that's far from the whole story Eurogamer
  2. AMD engineer builds a Steam Machine competitor with a 3D printer, has an RTX 5060 inside TweakTown
  3. Steam Machine Who? Retailers and Modders Are Building More Powerful Compact PCs For the Same Price extremetech.com
  4. We made a DIY Steam Machine build cheaper than Valve's, with some help from Amazon Prime Day deals PC Guide
  5. LDLC "PC Box" Targets Steam Machine Pricing with RDNA 4 Performance TechPowerUp
 
Ford learned the hard way that AI can't replace experienced engineers - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:08:00 GMT

It is a shift that comes as Ford returns to the top of J.D. Power's initial quality rankings among mainstream brands. The improvement reflects changes not only in its processes but also in how the company uses AI – and where it draws the line between automation and human expertise.

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'Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro' needed more words to prove its power, three other flagship chips coming - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:05:00 GMT
  1. 'Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro' needed more words to prove its power, three other flagship chips coming 9to5Google
  2. Galaxy S27 Ultra won't be as "cool" since Qualcomm's use of Exynos feature is not as effective PhoneArena
  3. Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 series roadmap surfaces revealing new 3nm chips - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro Specification Differences Between Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Show Why It’ll Be Exclusive For Premium Flagships Wccftech
  5. Expect a brutal price tag for one of the first Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro phones Android Authority
 
A major Windows 11 upgrade drops July 14 — here’s what’s new for every PC - Windows Central - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:04:29 GMT
  1. A major Windows 11 upgrade drops July 14 — here’s what’s new for every PC Windows Central
  2. Windows 11 Is About to Change in a Way You'll Actually Notice PCMag
  3. Microsoft’s July Windows 11 Update Focuses on Fixing Everyday PC Frustrations TechRepublic
  4. Microsoft is now force-upgrading all Windows 11 home PCs to 25H2 PCWorld
  5. Windows 11 can now turn back the clock when updates go bad The Register
 
New Linux pedit COW Exploit Enables Root Access by Poisoning Cached Binaries - The Hacker News - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:04:15 GMT
  1. New Linux pedit COW Exploit Enables Root Access by Poisoning Cached Binaries The Hacker News
  2. Linux Gets Dirty Again: DirtyClone Kernel Flaw Can Lead to Local Root Access Linuxiac
  3. New Linux pedit COW Exploit Allows Attackers to Gain System Root Access CyberSecurityNews
  4. ssh-keysign-pwn - The Linux kernel flaw hiding for 9 years Korben
  5. DirtyClone: A Linux Privilege Escalation That Leaves No Trace on Disk Security Affairs
 
Past participants are now the leaders of MIT’s dynaMIT Club - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
How the program's biggest fans came full circle and took the helm.
 
LLMs help robots understand vague instructions and focus on key details - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
To help robots do chores in places like homes and factories, a new approach from MIT uses one language model to clarify users’ instructions, then another to ignore irrelevant info.
 
How to get free Windows 10 security patches until October 2027 - and avoid the $30 fee - ZDNET - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:34:00 GMT
  1. How to get free Windows 10 security patches until October 2027 - and avoid the $30 fee ZDNET
  2. Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program Ars Technica
  3. Microsoft Is Giving Windows 10 Users Another Year of Security Updates PCMag
  4. Whew! Windows 10 Users Get a Year's Extension for Security Updates CNET
  5. Windows 10 support extended to 2027 for free — Is this Microsoft admitting Windows 11 isn’t enough? Windows Central
 
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre orders extend to the UK, including Launch Pack bundle, here's where you can buy one - PC Guide - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:31:18 GMT
  1. MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre orders extend to the UK, including Launch Pack bundle, here's where you can buy one PC Guide
  2. MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review: Big Money For Big Performance Engadget
  3. MSI’s $1,800 gaming handheld feels like a warning for PC gaming’s future PCWorld
  4. I’m not giving up my Steam Deck for MSI’s new Claw The Verge
  5. Intel Arc G3 Extreme Tested: This Is the PC Gaming Handheld Chip to Beat PCMag
 
Polymarket says it will refund users after hackers drained close to $3 million from wallets - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:24:00 GMT

The prediction market platform said the incident took place on Thursday morning and affected a "small number of users."

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Bungie layoffs revealed to have affected nearly 300 jobs at Destiny 2 maker - Video Games Chronicle - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:06:19 GMT
  1. Bungie layoffs revealed to have affected nearly 300 jobs at Destiny 2 maker Video Games Chronicle
  2. An Update from PlayStation Studios Sony Interactive Entertainment
  3. Bellevue-based game developer Bungie announces almost 300 layoffs, studio reorganization KING5.com
  4. Layoffs hit Bellevue-based video game studio behind ‘Destiny’ franchise The Seattle Times
  5. Bellevue, WA tech bloodbath: Sony guts 292 Bungie jobs FOX 13 Seattle
 
Starlink veterans launch startup to broaden megaconstellation ownership - SpaceNews - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:03:29 GMT
Starlink veterans launch startup to broaden megaconstellation ownership SpaceNews
 
15 Hidden iOS 27 Features You Can Check Out in the Developer Beta - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Apple spent plenty of time talking about Siri AI at WWDC, but some of iOS 27's most useful changes are much smaller.
 
Best Google Pixel Phone to Buy in 2026 - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
We've reviewed the whole lineup of Google phones, from the Pixel 10A to the Pixel 10 Pro to the foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Here are the best ones.
 
23 Walmart Deals We Like Better Than That Other Sale Happening Right Now - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:50:08 GMT
Welcome to Walmart deals for folks who’d rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.
 
PlayStation Will Continue To Push Live Service Games Despite Evident Challenges, While Teasing A PlayStation 6 Handheld - Wccftech - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:43:00 GMT
  1. PlayStation Will Continue To Push Live Service Games Despite Evident Challenges, While Teasing A PlayStation 6 Handheld Wccftech
  2. PlayStation Still Thinks Live-Service Games Are Key To Its Future Kotaku
  3. Sony Will Continue to Chase Live Service Dream, Despite Mostly Disastrous Execution to Date Push Square
  4. PlayStation Wants to ‘Revitalize the Market’ with New Live Service Games Insider Gaming
  5. PlayStation’s live-service bet: PS5 and PC as base platforms tbreak.com
 
Community Challenge: Chaos Spreads - Minecraft - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:25:16 GMT
Community Challenge: Chaos Spreads Minecraft
 
IBM unveils sub-1-nanometer chip architecture that stacks 100 billion transistors onto a fingernail-sized processor - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Rather than continuing to shrink components along a flat plane, IBM is stacking transistors vertically. That change comes as semiconductor designers run up against the physical limits of traditional scaling, making further miniaturization increasingly difficult and less efficient.

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What's New on Peacock in July 2026? 'The Five Star Weekend,' 'Married at First Sight' and More - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:01:05 GMT
Jennifer Garner leads an all-star cast in Peacock's newest original series.
 
Rocket Report: China may soon attempt booster landing; Rocket Lab does rapid response - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:59 GMT
Is SpaceX planning to end its Transporter program?
 
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner's Island Resort Could Bring Down Albania’s Prime Minister - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
What began as a “flamingo revolution” to protest the $1.4 billion development on Sazan Island has spiraled into mass protests against a ruling party that thousands now want out.
 
Which MacBook to Buy (2026): Neo, Air, or Pro? - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
After testing each of the MacBooks myself, here's my honest advice on which is right for you.
 
We're Tracking the Final Hours of Amazon Prime Day Deals Live - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:54:18 GMT
It's Day Four. Somehow it's still Prime Day. The deals are live. The deals are wild. The deals are almost feral. We are still here in the trenches digging up the deals and trends.
 
Best Family Phone Plans for 2026 - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:45:00 GMT
A family mobile phone plan needs to work for every member. We look at plans from AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile.
 
Battlefield 6 is altering its long-range gunplay to feel more like Battlefield 4 - Eurogamer - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:37:37 GMT
  1. Battlefield 6 is altering its long-range gunplay to feel more like Battlefield 4 Eurogamer
  2. Battlefield 6's next update is bringing back a classic mechanic… from Call of Duty: Ghosts Eurogamer
  3. Battlefield 6 Patch 1.3.3.0 Drops on June 30 and Brings Major Gunplay Improvements MP1st
  4. New Battlefield Combat blog arrives to direct your warfare GamingTrend
  5. Battlefield 6 is overhauling its gunplay next week, and it's adding one thing we've all asked for years on end Yahoo Tech
 
Should You Buy Your Kid a 3D Printer? What to Know and Consider (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Kids love 3D printers almost as much as K-Pop Demon Hunters. Just give in and get one.
 
The Gooner Music Video Boom Is Here - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Porn music videos have circulated on the fringes of the internet for years. Featuring everything from narrative-driven stories to hypnosis, they are proliferating across X as “bate fuel” for gooners.
 
Best T-Mobile Plans: How to Choose and Which Ones to Pick in 2026 - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
If you've decided to make the switch to T-Mobile, but aren't sure which plan to go for, these are the ones we recommend.
 
Valve quietly changes Steam Machine's 4K/60fps claim after performance criticism - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:19:00 GMT

Beyond that painful price and restrictive hardware, Valve's claim about 4K/60fps gaming was another Steam Machine element that's come in for heavy criticism. It's now led to Valve altering the language and listing FSR 4.1 by name – the first time the company has publicly confirmed support for the latest...

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I Found The Best Amazon Prime Day Headphone Deals (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:17:23 GMT
From AirPods to on-ears, we’ve tested hundreds of pairs of headphones. Here are the best deals from Amazon’s biggest sale event.
 
First Look: Breguet Releases 3 new Tourbillon Watches for the 225th Anniversary of its Invention - Monochrome Watches - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:17 GMT
  1. First Look: Breguet Releases 3 new Tourbillon Watches for the 225th Anniversary of its Invention Monochrome Watches
  2. Introducing Breguet Celebrates the 225th Anniversary of the Tourbillon with Four New Releases, And the Return of a Collector Favorite (Live Pics) Hodinkee
  3. Fratello Talks: Breguet's CEO On The Latest Tradition 7047, 225 Years Of The Tourbillon, And The Brand's Future Fratello Watches
  4. In-Depth: The Superbly Elegant new 35mm Breguet Classique Tourbillon 7357 Monochrome Watches
  5. Breguet Quartet for Tourbillon 225th Anniversary SJX Watches
 
How Qatar Became FIFA’s Technology Test Lab - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Qatar has become the place where FIFA experiments with the next generation of football technology. The results are already visible across this year’s World Cup.
 
Here's How The New Xbox Prices Compare To PS5, Switch 2 & Steam Machine - Pure Xbox - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Here's How The New Xbox Prices Compare To PS5, Switch 2 & Steam Machine Pure Xbox
  2. Updated XBOX Console Prices XBOX Wire
  3. Microsoft lifts price of Xbox consoles due to soaring component costs CNBC
  4. Xbox Hikes X and S Consoles Price by More Than $100, Discontinues 2 TB Model Variety
  5. Xbox Consoles Are Getting Another Price Increase In August Game Informer
 
South of Midnight studio Compulsion Games are allowing staff to openly seek new jobs ahead of possible Xbox layoffs, according to report - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:30:25 GMT
  1. South of Midnight studio Compulsion Games are allowing staff to openly seek new jobs ahead of possible Xbox layoffs, according to report Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Former Xbox employees warn of potential for retaliation in rumored impending layoffs Game Developer
  3. Compulsion Games begins an unknown number of layoffs at the studio behind South of Midnight and We Happy Few Windows Central
  4. Xbox’s Core Problem To Solve, Above All Else, Is Hardware Forbes
  5. Xbox Layoffs Seemingly Begin As Devs Reveal They're 'Open To Work' Pure Xbox
 
Best Prime Day Tech Deals Offer Up to $280 Off (2026): Phones, Watches, and More - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:17:04 GMT
Don't pay full price—snag one of these tasty Prime Day tech deals on some of our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets.
 
My Favorite Coolers Are on Sale for Prime Day: Yeti, Igloo, Ninja, and More (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:14:48 GMT
We’ve been testing coolers for years, and our top picks are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
 
The 26 Best Amazon Prime Day Deals Under $30 We've Found (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:12:20 GMT
Everything is expensive. Treat yourself to one of these WIRED-tested and -approved Prime Day picks under $30.
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 26, #641 - CNET Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:01:08 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 26, No. 641.
 
Mewgenics Is a Mischievous Game About Breeding Cats - The New York Times - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:00:29 GMT
  1. Mewgenics Is a Mischievous Game About Breeding Cats The New York Times
  2. Review: Mewgenics Movies Games and Tech
 
YouTube Shorts Nixes 'Dislikes' And Lets You Double The Playback Speed - Engadget - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:46:20 GMT
  1. YouTube Shorts Nixes 'Dislikes' And Lets You Double The Playback Speed Engadget
  2. How we're updating the YouTube Shorts experience YouTube Official Blog
  3. YouTube updates Shorts to make it even more like TikTok The Verge
  4. YouTube Shorts are getting even shorter with an update that lets you double the playback speed TechCrunch
  5. YouTube updates reaction options for Shorts Social Media Today
 
Special Anniversary Pikachu Celebration Event - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:03:53 GMT
  1. Special Anniversary Pikachu Celebration Event Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Professor Willow’s Birthday Research Pokémon GO Hub
  3. Pokemon Go Special Anniversary Pikachu Celebration Event Details Restart.run
  4. Pokemon GO July Event Adding Unique Pokemon Debut For a Limited Time OpenCritic
  5. Pokémon GO "Willow’s Birthday Research" and "Ozone Ascent" events detailed, Stamp Rally announced for Japan GoNintendo
 
Ozone Ascent: Mega Rayquaza Timed Research - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:46:25 GMT
  1. Ozone Ascent: Mega Rayquaza Timed Research Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokemon Go Ozone Ascent Event Focuses on Mega Rayquaza Restart.run
  3. In Pokémon GO you will soon be able to get one of the best attackers, even without the help of friends Mein-MMO
 
Get Up to 36% Off With the Best Prime Day Kindle Deals (2026): Paperwhite, Colorsoft, Kids - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:46:19 GMT
There’s no better time to get a Kindle than during Amazon's own sale event.
 
I Found the Best iPad Deal for Amazon Prime Day This Year (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:23:50 GMT
With four iPads to choose from, there’s a clear winner in terms of discounts for Amazon Prime Day.
 
AMD has officially re-released Ryzen 7 5800X3D as 10th Anniversary Edition - VideoCardz.com - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:37:18 GMT
  1. AMD has officially re-released Ryzen 7 5800X3D as 10th Anniversary Edition VideoCardz.com
  2. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs Intel Core i7-14700K faceoff — A new battle for DDR4 supremacy in 2026 Tom's Hardware
  3. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D Anniversary Edition Vanishes At Launch, Resurfaces On eBay At Nearly Double Its $349 Price Wccftech
  4. AMD Relaunches Ryzen 7 5800X3D to Extend the Life of AM4 Gaming PCs InfotechLead
  5. AMD has officially re-released the Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor in the 10th Anniversary Edition version. GameGPU
 
Last-chance Prime Day Kindle deals: Grab e-readers for $85 - Mashable - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:29:56 GMT
  1. Last-chance Prime Day Kindle deals: Grab e-readers for $85 Mashable
  2. Best Prime Day 2026 Kindle deals on Colorsoft, Paperwhite, Scribe, and more About Amazon
  3. Who Cares About Prime Day? Skip Amazon and Get This E-Reader Instead WIRED
  4. This Is the Cheapest the Kindle Paperwhite Has Been All Year (Happy Prime Day!) Condé Nast Traveler
  5. Prime Day deals on Kindles: Save on the Colorsoft, Paperwhite and more models Good Morning America
 
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.
 
Windows 10's free security updates now extend to October 2027 - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:55:00 GMT

Microsoft's support page explaining how to continue receiving security updates on Windows 10 now states that the company will continue providing patches through October 12, 2027 – a change made without a formal announcement. The update gives Windows 10 users exactly one additional year to decide whether to upgrade to...

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Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:49:13 GMT
Anthropic's critics argue it's rapidly accumulating power. The company says that's what responsible AI development looks like.
 
It's Summer Sale Season, So I Tracked Down 25 Actually Good Gaming Deals Under $20 - IGN - Google Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT
  1. It's Summer Sale Season, So I Tracked Down 25 Actually Good Gaming Deals Under $20 IGN
  2. Amazon’s sale is over soon, but these 26 Prime Day laptop deals are still live CNN
  3. Best Prime Day laptop deals: Save up to $970 on MacBooks, Windows PCs Mashable
  4. This is what Tom's Hardware readers clicked the most during Prime Day — Portable displays, DVD burners, the Nintendo Switch 2, and two decent SSD deals, among others Tom's Hardware
  5. The Best Amazon Prime Day Gaming PC and Laptop Deals From Asus, HP, MSI, and More PCMag
 
This Is Probably Your Last Chance to Buy a Cheap MacBook for a While - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:07:57 GMT
Apple has dramatically jacked up the prices of MacBooks, making the current Prime Day pricing that much more enticing.
 
Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data - Wired Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:13:45 GMT
The decision by Amazon-owned MGM Studios to drop the OpenAI movie is just part of AI and film industries becoming increasingly intertwined. On Uncanny Valley, we look at where this is all headed.
 
Anthropic is testing desktop-like Claude Cowork for mobile - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:53:32 GMT
Anthropic appears to be testing Claude Cowork support on mobile, allowing you to manage long-running Claude tasks from your phone. [...]
 
Poland busts SIM-swapping gang tied to millions in crypto theft - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:37:42 GMT
Authorities in Poland have arrested four members of an organized cybercrime group accused of breaching telecommunications partners and hijacking email accounts to carry out SIM-swapping attacks. [...]
 
Commodore Has Dropped The Price Of Its Retro Phone By $100 Ahead Of Preorders - Engadget - Google Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:34:43 GMT
  1. Commodore Has Dropped The Price Of Its Retro Phone By $100 Ahead Of Preorders Engadget
  2. Commodore’s new flip phone is social media-free – but just smart enough wallpaper.com
  3. Commodore drops Callback flip phone by $100 by defaulting to recycled memory chips and unbundling the earphones — Callback 8020 drops to $399 as skyrocketing memory prices punish smartphone buyers Tom's Hardware
  4. Commodore admitted the covetable Callback 8020 was too expensive and just gave it a $100 price cut Creative Bloq
  5. Going retro: Commodore strips the smartphone back to essentials New Atlas
 
Google Finance just became the investing app you've been waiting for - Android Police - Google Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:19:25 GMT
  1. Google Finance just became the investing app you've been waiting for Android Police
  2. Our latest Google Finance upgrades, including a new app blog.google
  3. Google finally releases a Finance Android app, promises iOS version later in 2026 Ars Technica
  4. Google Finance has its own app now. The Verge
  5. Google Finance steps out of beta with a brand new Android app and smart portfolios Chrome Unboxed
 
Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:24:09 GMT
About a quarter of PCs are still running Microsoft's previous operating system.
 
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:01:08 GMT
Carr cites screen time concerns, is accused of trying to be "the nation’s parent."
 
Order-tracking app Shop abused to push callback phishing attacks - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:45:48 GMT
Threat actors are increasingly abusing Shop, the order-tracking app from Shopify, by adding fake purchase receipts in users' order histories to trick them into providing sensitive data or installing remote access software. [...]
 
Notion killing Skiff-influenced email app since most users use AI agents instead - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:04:57 GMT
Notion is "going all in on using agents to run your inbox."
 
Google finally releases a Finance Android app, promises iOS version later in 2026 - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:38:51 GMT
It took 20 years, but the Finance app arrives just in time to be packed full of AI.
 
Microsoft quietly extends free Windows 10 ESU support to October 2027 - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:29:20 GMT
Microsoft has quietly extended its free Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for consumers by an additional year, allowing enrolled devices to continue receiving security updates until October 12, 2027. [...]
 
Game designer Sandy Petersen recalls how Quake's development "broke" id Software - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:14:00 GMT

id Software and GT Interactive released Quake in 1996, marking a significant evolution in the first-person shooter genre just three years after Doom. Sandy Petersen, one of the studio's original designers from the Doom era, said that developing the first "true" 3D FPS took a heavy toll on the team.

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Anthropic says Alibaba must be punished for largest Claude cloning attack - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:01:48 GMT
Alibaba allegedly used 25,000 accounts to mine Claude over 28.8 million exchanges.
 
Planet orbits so close to its star that their magnetic fields connect - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:39 GMT
At the right point of the orbit and stellar cycle, the star's chromosphere brightens.
 
Anthropic accuses China's Alibaba of stealing Claude's AI capabilities - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:31:00 GMT

In a letter sent to Senators Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren on June 10, Anthropic accused the Chinese tech giant of carrying out what it described as the largest recorded corporate espionage campaign against the company. It alleged that Alibaba sought to illicitly extract Claude's capabilities in order to train...

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Micron CEO expects memory shortages to stretch beyond 2027 as AI spending surges - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:49:00 GMT

"We expect tight conditions to persist beyond calendar 2027 as a result of AI-driven demand across all segments coupled with structural supply constraints," CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said in the report.

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New macOS malware embeds fake errors to confuse AI analysis tools - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:23:19 GMT
A newly discovered macOS malware dubbed "Gaslight" is designed to confuse AI-assisted malware analysis tools by hiding prompt injection strings and fake debugging data within the executable. [...]
 
Qualcomm unveils sweeping AI infrastructure strategy to take on Nvidia in the data center - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:23:00 GMT

Given the incredible explosion of interest in AI infrastructure and the chips that power them, it's no surprise that virtually every semiconductor company has been talking about how their offerings are an important part of the overall AI computing story.

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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.
 
France's video game union is striking all summer as more than 1,000 workers lose their jobs - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:42:00 GMT

The French video game industry is in a critical state, and the STJV has called on workers to join a strike against studio executives and what it describes as irresponsible management practices. The union recently announced a new national strike on June 25, 2026, one month after a previous action....

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PirloTV sports piracy network disrupted as 44 domains seized - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:36:56 GMT
A major sports piracy ring linked to the illegal PirloTV streaming platform has been disrupted in an action that targeted 44 domains. [...]
 
All MacBooks and iPads just got $200 or more expensive – iPhones are the last holdout - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:05:00 GMT

Following last week's announcement from Cook that Apple wasn't totally immune to the AI-driven memory crisis driving up costs, Apple has now revealed new prices for many products.

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Bluekit phishing kit adopts browser-in-the-middle for login theft - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The Bluekit phishing-as-a-service platform continues to evolve with nearly 70 new hostnames identified over the past week and by adding browser-in-the-middle capabilities for improved data theft. [...]
 
The creators of Tetris and the Rubik's Cube just unveiled a puzzle that combines both - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:23:00 GMT

Tetris creator Alexei Pajitnov and Rubik's Cube inventor Erno Rubik had never met before December 2025. In a recently shared video from Japanese toymaker MegaHouse, the two legendary designers discuss their creations and examine the first collaboration between the Tetris and Rubik's Cube brands.

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The Overlooked Reason ‘Destiny 2’ Is So Fantastically Fun Right Now - Forbes - Google Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:10:30 GMT
The Overlooked Reason ‘Destiny 2’ Is So Fantastically Fun Right Now Forbes
 
The Four Elevations of Effective Fraud Prevention - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:01:11 GMT
Fraudsters don't attack just one transaction. They target accounts, platforms, and entire ecosystems. IPQS explains the four elevations of fraud prevention and why broader visibility improves fraud detection. [...]
 
Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
White House warms to Anthropic after replacing "weirdo" Dario Amodei in talks - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:41:00 GMT

Anthropic's negotiations with the Trump administration over the sudden Fable 5 and Mythos 5 ban are reportedly improving after CEO Dario Amodei stopped taking part directly.

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OpenAI debuts Jalapeño, its first custom AI chip to cut ChatGPT costs and reduce Nvidia dependency - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:06:00 GMT

By designing a chip around how tokens move through transformer architectures, OpenAI is trying to shift away from its heavy dependence on Nvidia hardware and toward a stack it controls end-to-end.

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REI pulls AI-generated bike ad after Meta turns it into a two-handlebar monstrosity - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:38:00 GMT

As you can see in the post below, REI's promotional ad for the Van Rysel EDR AF bike appears to show too many chains, blurry lettering, and the unique feature of dual front and rear handlebars.

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Webinar: Why account takeovers remain one of the hardest threats to stop - Bleeping Computer Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:12:20 GMT
Account takeover attacks continue to challenge security teams because attackers often operate through legitimate accounts and trusted services. This webinar explores how behavioral AI can help organizations identify compromised accounts faster and automate response workflows. [...]
 
The Halo remake launches July 28 with new missions, four-player co-op, and Unreal Engine 5 visuals - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:51:00 GMT

Microsoft has spent the past few weeks showing off the drastic changes it has made to Halo: Combat Evolved's lighting, characters, environments, textures, and other visual elements. However, instead of creating a remake that lines up perfectly with the original, Halo Studios decided to remix certain gameplay elements and add...

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Nvidia's banned AI servers are selling for $1.1 million on China's black market - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:06:00 GMT

The US has restricted the export of Nvidia's most powerful AI chips to China since 2022 over fears that they could be used for military purposes.

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Does the Nvidia App Hurt Performance? We Benchmarked It. - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Does the Nvidia App really hurt gaming performance? We benchmarked its background app, overlay, recording, and filters to see what affects frame rates and whether it is worth keeping installed.
 
Improving the speed and energy-efficiency of AI agents - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new system, known as Murakkab, optimizes the design and deployment of multistep workflows that power AI applications.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
Google releases new privacy controls for activity history, personalization - Bleeping Computer Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:46:17 GMT
Google is rolling out new privacy controls for Search services and Google Play, giving you more control over saved history and personalized recommendations. [...]
 
The US government wants a working quantum computer by 2028 and quantum-resistant encryption by 2031 - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:44:00 GMT

One order directs federal agencies to work with private companies and universities to deliver a quantum computer capable of supporting scientific research by 2028. The Department of Energy has been tasked with identifying the technical benchmarks that will define the system.

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What is the most commonly used password? - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:27:00 GMT
It takes less than a second to crack the world's most popular password. Do you know what it is?
 
Europe's digital euro is one step closer, designed to cut out Visa and Mastercard - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:14:00 GMT

The European Parliament said the digital euro can be used to make both online and offline payments to merchants across Europe. Online payments would be processed through an account-based system, while offline payments would function more like cash, with transactions conducted directly via local storage devices such as smartphones.

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Google Home Speaker debuts with Gemini AI and Matter support - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:48:00 GMT
The new Google Home Speaker brings Gemini and expanded smart home capabilities, and Matter hub support. Reviews highlight its more natural voice experience, though some note that audio quality doesn't clearly surpass the older Nest Audio.
 
China just built the world's most powerful supercomputer – using Huawei chips and no GPUs - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:32:00 GMT

The TOP500 project has unveiled the 67th edition of its biannual ranking of the world's most powerful high-performance computing (HPC) systems. Announced at the ISC 2026 conference in Hamburg, Germany, the new list marks the surprise debut of LineShine, a previously unannounced Chinese machine that enters straight at No. 1,...

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Silicon Valley's longevity drug obsession is facing its first real reality check - TechSpot Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Bryan Johnson, the tech entrepreneur who turned his body into a public experiment, stopped taking Rapamycin in September 2024 after several years of self-testing the drug. The immunosuppressant, which is clinically used to prevent organ rejection, had been a cornerstone of his longevity regimen since 2019. Over the years, he...

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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:
 
Exploring the societal impacts of AI - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:40:00 GMT
During the AI and Society Forum, leading MIT researchers examined critical questions about AI’s influence on employment and democracy.
 
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.
 
Flexible cryogenic cables solve a challenge in quantum system development - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:35:00 GMT
A prototype wiring system for dilution refrigerators could advance the realization of practical quantum computers.
 
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.
 
MIT’s Initiative for New Manufacturing builds momentum - MIT Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
In its first year, INM has worked across research, workforce development, and industry engagement to help accelerate new manufacturing technologies and their real-world deployment.
 
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.
 
Jinhua Zhao named head of the Department of Urban Studies and Planning - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:20:00 GMT
An expert in behavioral science and transportation, Zhao combines these studies with AI and public policy to address some of the most urgent challenges facing cities.
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Startup helps retailers track their products in real-time - MIT Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Using technology invented at MIT, Cartesian’s system for locating objects could also find uses in manufacturing, logistics, and robotics.
 
Research from the ground up - MIT Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A leading innovator in community-based archaeology, Professor Sonya Atalay works to link local know-how with academic inquiry across the globe.
 
A new vaccine adjuvant could make it easier to eradicate polio - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The adjuvant can help the injectable polio vaccine induce a strong immune response in the GI tract, which is considered critical to eradicating the virus.
 
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.
 
MIT chemists design impact-resistant plastics - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Introducing weaker bonds into polystyrene and rubber helps these materials dissipate energy, making them more resistant to destructive forces.
 
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.
 
MIT researchers teach AI models to interpret charts - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new ChartNet training dataset could improve the accuracy of vision-language models that help analyze business trends or interpret scientific figures.
 
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.
 
Ultrasound-based pacemaker noninvasively steadies the heart - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new design could offer a surgery-free alternative to traditional cardiac implants.
 
A plan to preserve wetlands without stopping development - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Study shows the tradeoff between conservation and growth is less stark with a locally adjusted policy featuring both tradeable offsets and taxes.
 
New propulsion system could make tiny satellites both fast and fuel-efficient - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT
For satellites as small as a briefcase, getting around in space just got a whole lot easier.
 
Enzymes that assemble into droplets can speed up cellular reactions - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT biologists find highly concentrated droplets can help cells keep enzymes organized and control growth signals.
 
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.
 
Photos: The Class of 2026 turns the page - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Family, friends, at least one beloved pet celebrated with the new graduates during three joyful days of Commencement exercises.
 
Alejandro Aravena urges School of Architecture and Planning graduates to lead with kindness, honor the truth - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 18:40:00 GMT
“All of us need to feel we are valuable,” says the SA+P Commencement speaker, a Chilean architect and Pritzker Prize winner.
 
Scene at MIT: A nanoscientist graduates with her very good boy - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Vinny, an unofficial member of the Strano Lab at MIT, dressed up to celebrate Commencement alongside his human, Michelle Quien PhD ’26.
 
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.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.