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Take-Two's CEO predicts streaming will 10x gaming's install base within three years - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:17:00 GMT

During Take-Two's first-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings call, CEO Strauss Zelnick put a number on it: he expects cloud gaming to reach commercial, low-latency viability within three years, potentially multiplying the effective installed base tenfold. He made the comments while addressing the rising cost of gaming hardware.

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Sources: data center operator Switch filed confidentially for a US IPO, and a listing could take place as soon as November; Ben Horowitz is joining its board (Bailey Lipschultz/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:00:37 GMT

Bailey Lipschultz / Bloomberg:
Sources: data center operator Switch filed confidentially for a US IPO, and a listing could take place as soon as November; Ben Horowitz is joining its board — Switch Inc. filed confidentially for a US IPO, according to people familiar with the matter, joining its data center peers …

 
Retailers are updating their websites to rank highly in chatbot results, while making sure purchases are done on their own sites to collect customer data (Arriana McLymore/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:35:02 GMT

Arriana McLymore / Reuters:
Retailers are updating their websites to rank highly in chatbot results, while making sure purchases are done on their own sites to collect customer data — As shoppers increasingly turn to ChatGPT and Google's Gemini for product recommendations, retailers are racing to appear in chatbot results …

 
Flesh-eating screwworms feast on humans in Mexico; human cases top 500 - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:09:00 GMT
Six deaths reported among screwworm cases, one directly attributed to the flies.
 
Id Software Vet Claims Xbox Doesn't Understand Art Or Games - Kotaku - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:29:07 GMT
Id Software Vet Claims Xbox Doesn't Understand Art Or Games Kotaku
 
TMTG interim CEO Kevin McGurn says the company is pulling back from a pair of Crypto.com deals to focus on its media arm and its pending merger with TAE (Sara Fischer/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:25:04 GMT

Sara Fischer / Axios:
TMTG interim CEO Kevin McGurn says the company is pulling back from a pair of Crypto.com deals to focus on its media arm and its pending merger with TAE — Truth Social's parent company, Trump Media and Technology Group, is pulling back from a pair of Crypto.com deals as its new leadership looks …

 
Asus' new monitor software lets you control brightness with your voice, or just let AI do it - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:13:00 GMT

Asus has announced a new update for its DisplayWidget Center software, adding agentic AI and other AI-based features. The tool, which is designed to manage and customize Asus monitors from within the traditional desktop environment, can now enable natural language interactions between users, IT administrators, and "compatible" AI agents for...

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Hacking a $6000 Cotton Candy Machine to Fully Control It - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:00:13 GMT
Having a fully automated cotton candy vending machine in your possession is a great thing, but not if you do not have full access to its software. With [Block’s Retro …read more
 
Judge rules Meta caused "public nuisance" and must fund mental health treatment - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:49:27 GMT
New Mexico judge orders $567M fund to help address youth mental health crisis.
 
THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: All The News, Trailers, And Reveals - GameSpot - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:31:55 GMT
  1. THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: All The News, Trailers, And Reveals GameSpot
  2. THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: New Worlds, New Stories, New Games, and New Discounts XBOX Wire
  3. THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026: Everything Announced Insider Gaming
  4. Sacred 2 Remaster is coming soon to Nintendo Switch, new teaser shown during THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 RPG Site
  5. THQ Nordic Showcase: Everything That Was Showcased! CGMagazine
 
Sources: Cursor told staff on Thursday that SpaceX could complete its $60B acquisition as soon as next week and the Cursor brand name will likely be phased out (Grace Kay/The Information) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:30:01 GMT

Grace Kay / The Information:
Sources: Cursor told staff on Thursday that SpaceX could complete its $60B acquisition as soon as next week and the Cursor brand name will likely be phased out — Cursor told staff at an all-hands meeting on Thursday that SpaceX could complete its $60 billion acquisition of the coding startup …

 
The ultimate eclipse chase: A Concorde raced against the Moon's shadow - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:00:17 GMT
Fitted with telescopes, the plane did our longest imaging of the Sun's corona.
 
The Chinese Philosopher Americans Can’t Stop Fighting About - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:54:04 GMT
Yiyang Zhuge was already an intellectual celebrity in China. Her viral interview with Christopher Nolan made her famous in the US—and quickly turned her into a political Rorschach test.
 
T-Mobile Just Quietly Killed Its Better Value Phone Plan After Less Than a Year - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:49:43 GMT
The company’s new “2.0” plans and 36-month installment plans provided cover for removing what was billed as a limited-time offer.
 
The US Treasury sanctions Dubai-based unlicensed crypto exchange Shelbit, alleging it processed millions in crypto for IRGC and other Iran-linked groups (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:45:03 GMT

Reuters:
The US Treasury sanctions Dubai-based unlicensed crypto exchange Shelbit, alleging it processed millions in crypto for IRGC and other Iran-linked groups — The United States on Friday sanctioned an unlicensed multi-state cryptocurrency exchange, alleging it processed millions of dollars …

 
Framework customer information was accessed as part of a data breach - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:37:26 GMT
Framework's customer database was accessed, but no payment info was released.
 
Chernobyl’s Robots, or the Hackathon From Hell - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:36 GMT
When the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s #4 reactor experienced an extreme criticality event on that infamous day in 1986, the resulting steam explosion and lack of any kind of containment …read more
 
One of NASA's Mars rovers could find itself promised to the moon instead - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
NASA is planning to use elements of existing tech to learn more about all sides of the moon.
 
Flock's biggest investor also backs a company that can rewrite camera footage - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:29:00 GMT

Andreessen Horowitz, which led Flock's $275 million funding round in March 2025, has also backed Toka, an Israeli cyber-intelligence company that has reportedly developed tools capable of breaking into connected cameras and manipulating their footage.

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Sony might be rebooting its 2020 flagship headphones - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:24:20 GMT
Sony might turn back the clock and revive an older model to save potential buyers some cash.
 
Static Hour challenges you to be the arbiter of truth and fear - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:19:54 GMT
If only being a nighttime news editor was this thrilling all the time.
 
Microsoft plans to end support for Manifest V2 extensions in Edge starting this month, following Google Chrome, and for enterprise users in early 2027 (Stevie Bonifield/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:15:03 GMT

Stevie Bonifield / The Verge:
Microsoft plans to end support for Manifest V2 extensions in Edge starting this month, following Google Chrome, and for enterprise users in early 2027 — Microsoft's plan for Edge means that uBlock Origin users are losing one of their browser options.

 
We thought we wouldn't write about Overwatch characters anymore but D.Mon looks too sick not to - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:11:38 GMT
The new Overwatch hero is part-D.Va, part-Reinhardt and 100 percent cool as heck.
 
Trump administration spends another $1.2 billion to kill offshore wind farm projects - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:04:19 GMT
This is the fifth such deal in which the president and his team has paid big to cancel a green energy contract.
 
Galaxy S26 One UI 9 Beta 5 Release Date: Samsung Delays It - Gadget Hacks - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:35 GMT
  1. Galaxy S26 One UI 9 Beta 5 Release Date: Samsung Delays It Gadget Hacks
  2. Bad news for Galaxy S26 owners waiting on the One UI 9 beta PhoneArena
  3. Android 17: List of Samsung phones eligible for One UI 9.0 Deccan Herald
  4. Galaxy S23 series to receive One UI 9.0 as its last major update, Samsung confirms SamMobile
  5. First Look: Leaked Galaxy S26 FE Default Wallpapers Reveal Samsung’s Bold New Look nokiapoweruser.com
 
New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:02 GMT
19 new maps continue the story from MachineGames' other campaign additions.
 
New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:02 GMT
  1. New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics Ars Technica
  2. Quake – 30th Anniversary Update Slayers Club
  3. Quake: Dawn of the Machine – Available Today XBOX Wire
  4. Review: Quake's 30th Anniversary "Dawn of the Machine" Episode Is an Ambitious Celebration of the Game's History Digital Foundry
  5. Surprise! Quake Adds Free New Episode With 600G Xbox Achievements Pure Xbox
 
Munich-based NavVis, which provides enterprises with spatial data on factories, plants, buildings, and more, raised an $85M Series D led by The Jordan Company (Rahul Raj/EU-Startups) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Rahul Raj / EU-Startups:
Munich-based NavVis, which provides enterprises with spatial data on factories, plants, buildings, and more, raised an $85M Series D led by The Jordan Company — NavVis, a Munich-based spatial twin platform for the built world, has raised a €73.7 million ($85 million) …

 
Details Leak on OpenAI’s Doughnut-Shaped Speaker - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:58:00 GMT
The ChatGPT maker is reportedly working on a small, portable AI smart speaker, but it better not look too much like Apple’s designs.
 
DOGE's wild, unverifiable savings claims discredited in US government report - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:51:05 GMT
DOGE's inflated "Wall of Receipts": 96% of grant savings unverifiable, GAO says.
 
Microsoft Edge is about to lock out older ad blockers, just like Chrome did - The Verge - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:43:34 GMT
Microsoft Edge is about to lock out older ad blockers, just like Chrome did The VergeSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
A new survey shows the scale of Xbox's fall vs. PlayStation and Nintendo in the U.S. — and the scale of the opportunity - Windows Central - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:42:49 GMT
  1. A new survey shows the scale of Xbox's fall vs. PlayStation and Nintendo in the U.S. — and the scale of the opportunity Windows Central
  2. PS5 Is the USA's Most Popular Console, and It's Not Particularly Close Push Square
 
Weak Passwords Just Exposed Our Water Supply to Iranian Hackers - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:39:50 GMT
Our critical utility infrastructure can make the same classic mistakes as we do with our everyday connected devices.
 
OpenAI’s expensive smart speaker will use moving parts to seem “more alive” - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:36:22 GMT
Gurman report claims OpenAI confirmed the speaker is not an Apple ripoff.
 
Korean lunar orbiter snaps first pics of the SpaceX Falcon 9 crash site on the moon - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:29:08 GMT
NASA believes the crater left by the rocket is around 60 feet wide.
 
How snails engineer their slime - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:25:20 GMT
Collagen and calcium work in tandem to achieve varying mechanical properties of different kinds of mucus.
 
Sources: legal AI startup Harvey is in talks to raise $500M+ at a $15.5B valuation, up from $11B in March, and is generating $350M+ in annualized revenue (The Information) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:25:01 GMT

The Information:
Sources: legal AI startup Harvey is in talks to raise $500M+ at a $15.5B valuation, up from $11B in March, and is generating $350M+ in annualized revenue — Legal AI startup Harvey is in talks to raise at least $500 million at a $15.5 billion valuation including the investment, a 40% premium to its last valuation five months ago.

 
Volkswagen plans to win America back with a pickup, report says - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:13:31 GMT
There's no evidence the truck will be a cheap EV truck, but what if it were?
 
Netflix brings 4K streaming to Chrome, but you probably don't qualify - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:13:00 GMT

Netflix's support for 4K streaming through Chrome on Windows was spotted last month. Now, the media giant has updated its documentation to explain exactly how subscribers can unlock the higher-quality option. However, the move will still leave many users behind, despite bringing 4K playback to the most popular web browser...

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RPCS3 just got a lot faster on Arm, after months of low-level optimization - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:54:00 GMT
PlayStation 3 Emulator RPCS3 is rolling out a major Arm64 upgrade, delivering up to 60% faster performance and 25% lower power draw on supported hardware. Demonstrated on an Ayn Odin 2 handheld, the optimizations make previously unplayable titles like Ninja Gaiden 3 run smoothly and extend across Arm64 builds on Linux, macOS, and Windows, from Apple Silicon to Snapdragon X laptops and handhelds.
 
Cloudflare debuts Kitesurf, a cloud-hosted browser for AI agents built on top of its Workers serverless service, available for free while in beta in Browser Run (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:50:02 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
Cloudflare debuts Kitesurf, a cloud-hosted browser for AI agents built on top of its Workers serverless service, available for free while in beta in Browser Run — Cloudflare is the latest company to join the race to build a new web browser. But instead of pitching a Chrome alternative to consumers …

 
The 7 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:48:21 GMT
Lanterns, Dark Matter, and the original Star Trek are just a few of the TV shows you should be watching right now.
 
The First Details on Garmin’s Fenix 9 Smartwatch Have Leaked - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:45:15 GMT
  1. The First Details on Garmin’s Fenix 9 Smartwatch Have Leaked Gizmodo
  2. Garmin Fenix 9 Details May Have Been Revealed In Official Documents forbes.com
  3. Three Fenix 9 Models Reported: Standard, Pro, and Pro inReach — MIP Solar on the Pro Tiers Garmin Rumors
  4. Three new Garmin Fenix 9 models reportedly leaked, and the MIP display is back — but there's a catch TechRadar
  5. Garmin Fenix E2, 9 AMOLED, 9 MIP SOLAR, 9 Pro and Enduro – likley dates and evidence the5krunner
 
App Store Rejection of the Week: Dark Hours - Daring Fireball - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:45:03 GMT
App Store Rejection of the Week: Dark Hours Daring Fireball
 
OpenAI says it has expanded safety testing around its upcoming model Astra as it "cannot rule out" critical cyber capabilities, potentially delaying its launch (Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:40:00 GMT

Axios:
OpenAI says it has expanded safety testing around its upcoming model Astra as it “cannot rule out” critical cyber capabilities, potentially delaying its launch — OpenAI “cannot rule out” that its upcoming model Astra has"critical" cyber capabilities, a designation that has prompted …

 
AI is changing cybersecurity in quick and terrifying ways - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
Hackers employing AI in their tactics are finding ways to exploit vulnerabilities that didn't even exist before.
 
Tesla Rolls Out Rare Software Update to Mobile Connectors - Not a Tesla App - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT
Tesla Rolls Out Rare Software Update to Mobile Connectors Not a Tesla App
 
Singapore-based Multiplier, which acquires accounting firms to boost their growth with AI tools, raised a $35M Series B led by TheGP at a $300M valuation (Maria Armental/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Maria Armental / Wall Street Journal:
Singapore-based Multiplier, which acquires accounting firms to boost their growth with AI tools, raised a $35M Series B led by TheGP at a $300M valuation — The $300 million company raised $35 million and hired former Slack CFO Allen Shim as it pursues an aggressive, acquisition-led expansion

 
Cloudflare launches Kitesurf, a browser built for AI agents - TechCrunch - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:16:09 GMT
  1. Cloudflare launches Kitesurf, a browser built for AI agents TechCrunch
  2. Introducing Kitesurf: The agent-first browser that runs in V8 isolates on Cloudflare Workers Cloudflare Blog
  3. Cloudflare Introduces Kitesurf: An Agent-First Web Browser That Runs Entirely in V8 Isolates on Cloudflare Workers MarkTechPost
  4. Cloudflare Launches Kitesurf, a Lightweight Browser Built for AI Agents TechRepublic
  5. Cloudflare Built a Browser for AI Agents. Kitesurf Says a Lot About Where the Web Is Headed. Glitchwire
 
Quake turns 30, and it just got two surprise expansions in one week - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT

During QuakeCon's opening ceremony, id Software and MachineGames released Dawn of the Machine, a free expansion for the original 1996 Quake. MachineGames, the Swedish studio behind the modern Wolfenstein games and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, has previously developed two Quake episodes.

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Trevor Noah Will Host Google’s Pixel 11 Event Next Week - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:14:00 GMT
He’ll be among the many celebrities attending the launch party for the new Pixel devices.
 
Hackaday Podcast Episode 381: Airless Tires, Full-color Prints, and 28 MW of LEDs - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:57 GMT
This week’s Hackaday podcast is a European affair again, as Elliot Williams is joined by Jenny List on a summer evening to review the week. And we have a feast …read more
 
Blizzard Swears Overwatch’s New Mech Hero Isn’t ‘D.Va 2.0’ - Kotaku - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:21 GMT
  1. Blizzard Swears Overwatch’s New Mech Hero Isn’t ‘D.Va 2.0’ Kotaku
  2. I’ve Waited 8 Years for Overwatch’s D.Mon. Her Gameplay Didn’t Disappoint CNET
  3. Overwatch D.Mon interview: Building D.Mon’s kit, personality, and mecha fantasy Esports.gg
  4. How did Twitch star LilyPichu end up voicing Overwatch's new hero D.Mon and showcasing her MEKA Squad voice skills? The Times of India
  5. Blizzard Officially Reveals Overwatch's New Hero D.Mon in First Gameplay Polygon.com
 
I’ve Waited 8 Years for Overwatch’s D.Mon. Her Gameplay Didn’t Disappoint - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
D.Va’s bestie brings a different type of mech gameplay to Overwatch.
 
Control Resonant: Check Out a Full Mission of New Gameplay as We Take On the Metro Fault — IGN First - ign.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Control Resonant: Check Out a Full Mission of New Gameplay as We Take On the Metro Fault — IGN First ign.com
  2. 'You probably haven't played anything that is exactly like this': I talked to Control Resonant's gameplay designer about the game's unique design, and what to expect from its '30-hour' experience TechRadar
  3. PS3 emulator gets important update: ARM compatibility significantly expanded ixbt.games
  4. Control sequel will offer a longer 30+ hour campaign KitGuru
  5. We Played The First Act of Control Resonant. So What Do You Want To Know? Yahoo
 
Nielsen agrees to acquire and take digital media monitor DoubleVerify private in an all-cash deal with a ~$2.15B enterprise value, expected to close by Q1 2027 (Brian Steinberg/Variety) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:35:02 GMT

Brian Steinberg / Variety:
Nielsen agrees to acquire and take digital media monitor DoubleVerify private in an all-cash deal with a ~$2.15B enterprise value, expected to close by Q1 2027 — Audience-measurement giant Nielsen said it would acquire the digital-media monitor DoubleVerify in an all-cash transaction …

 
Music is Back on Optical Disk in This Plex Server - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:30:54 GMT
Given that the no doubt totally sustainable build-out of data centers has sent both solid state and magnetic hard drive prices soaring, though, [WNY Over The Air] decided to take …read more
 
Are USB flash drives becoming obsolete? - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
USB drives have outlasted a lot of other tech through the years. Is it time for the industry to move on?
 
Sony may re-release its 2020 over-ear headphones for around $250, leak reveals - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. Sony may re-release its 2020 over-ear headphones for around $250, leak reveals 9to5Google
  2. Sony could release a cheaper version of its WH-1000XM4 headphones, according to leaks The Verge
  3. Sony Might Be Rebooting Its 2020 Flagship Headphones Engadget
  4. Leak spills the beans on the Sony WH-1000XM4 revival Android Authority
  5. Sony's rumored WH-1000XM4 refresh would be a winner at the right price Android Headlines
 
2026 Ace Trainer Rewards Update: 2026 Celebratory Fanfare Revealed - Pokemon.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:07:51 GMT
2026 Ace Trainer Rewards Update: 2026 Celebratory Fanfare Revealed Pokemon.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Pokémon TCG Pocket Loses Nearly Half Its Players, And It’s Pretty Obvious Why - Kotaku - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:23 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG Pocket Loses Nearly Half Its Players, And It’s Pretty Obvious Why Kotaku
  2. Pokémon TCG Pocket Isn’t Pulling in Players Like it Used to Polygon.com
  3. Huge Pokémon TCG Pocket User Drop Revealed in Financial Report Insider Gaming
  4. Pokemon TCG Pocket sees sharp player drop in latest quarter My Nintendo News
  5. Pokémon TCG Pocket sees notable player drop year-over-year, dev plans to woo players back GoNintendo
 
Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Tech Team Is What DOGE Should Have Been - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mayor of New York City has assembled a crew of Silicon Valley and United States Digital Service veterans to overhaul city services with better software.
 
The Super Bee Is Back: Dodge's Newest Charger Packs 600 Horsepower - Motor1.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. The Super Bee Is Back: Dodge's Newest Charger Packs 600 Horsepower Motor1.com
  2. Dodge Revives the Super Bee Name with a New 600-HP Charger That Also Features Track-Focused Hardware Car and Driver
  3. Dodge revives Super Bee for 2026 Roadkill Nights in Metro Detroit CBS News
  4. Dodge reveals new Charger, claiming it is quicker than the OG Hellcat freep.com
  5. Faster Dodge Charger revealed as street racing on Woodward gets underway The Detroit News
 
Singapore-based AI infrastructure startup Acrab raised a $130M Series B, bringing its total funding to more than $480M (Mars W. Mosqueda Jr/DealStreetAsia) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:50:00 GMT

Mars W. Mosqueda Jr / DealStreetAsia:
Singapore-based AI infrastructure startup Acrab raised a $130M Series B, bringing its total funding to more than $480M — Acrab, a Singapore-headquartered AI infrastructure startup, has announced raising $130 million in a Series B funding round backed by existing investors Vertex Ventures …

 
Report: White House drafting executive order linking vaccines and autism - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:41:34 GMT
Trump determined to link life-saving shots to autism, despite science and political risk.
 
Ad measurement company VideoAmp cut ~20% of its staff this week, citing that "AI is a major platform shift"; sources: 50 to 60 were laid off, including the CTO (Nat Ives/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:20:00 GMT

Nat Ives / Wall Street Journal:
Ad measurement company VideoAmp cut ~20% of its staff this week, citing that “AI is a major platform shift”; sources: 50 to 60 were laid off, including the CTO — Plus, Claire's redesigns its ear-piercing experience to compete with trendy studios

 
SpaceX and Tesla plan their own natural gas power plants for massive $16.8 billion Texas chip factory - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:16:00 GMT

Riley Trettel, who oversees energy and data center development for SpaceX, said the companies will handle much of the project's power needs themselves.

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Final Fantasy XIV Online Updated On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:15:00 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy XIV Online Updated On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes Nintendo Life
  2. Final Fantasy XIV preps for the Moonfire Faire while addressing load times on the Switch 2 version Massively Overpowered
  3. First 4 Figures Released a Trailer for the Soul of Cinder Statue - Dark Souls III's Final Boss ixbt.games
  4. Square Enix is working on improvements for the "prolonged" loading times of Final Fantasy XIV on Switch 2 Gamereactor UK
  5. FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, Big Walk, Lies of P: Complete Edition, Parkasaurus, Kynseed, and Rod Land hit the Switch gamesasylum.com
 
Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:13:57 GMT
The use of AI systems to create viruses opens up new possibilities for combating bacterial resistance. It also raises concerns about the pace at which technology is outstripping regulation.
 
I compared Google's pricier Pixel 11 series to Samsung's Galaxy lineup - here's the better value now - ZDNET - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:10:00 GMT
  1. I compared Google's pricier Pixel 11 series to Samsung's Galaxy lineup - here's the better value now ZDNET
  2. The Pixel 11’s “glow” feature is actually called HiLight—here’s what it does Ars Technica
  3. Google Contacts reveals what colors Pixel 11 HiLight will support 9to5Google
  4. Trevor Noah is hosting Google’s Pixel 11 launch event The Verge
  5. Google shows Pixel 11 in Dune colour, confirms Pixel Watch 5 and celebrity hosts Tech Advisor
 
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14 - XBOX Wire - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:55 GMT
  1. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14 XBOX Wire
  2. Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Can Play the Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta Now CNET
  3. Two More Games Revealed For Xbox Game Pass In September 2026 Pure Xbox
  4. Ball X Pit And More Hit Cheaper Game Pass Tier In August 2026 Kotaku
  5. Xbox Game Pass already has four free games confirmed for September GAMINGbible
 
This Week in Security: Claude Gets Hacking, Hotel WiFi, and NPM Compromised Again - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:04 GMT
kMaybe feeling left out from the questionable hype train of “Our AI models can’t be trusted”, Anthropic has released reports that their Claude model has “reached the Internet” and accessed …read more
 
‘Destiny 2’ Players Are Miraculously Unvaulting Cut Content From The Game - forbes.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:59:42 GMT
‘Destiny 2’ Players Are Miraculously Unvaulting Cut Content From The Game forbes.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Our Favorite Fans Are on Sale to Help With Summer Heat Waves (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:56:51 GMT
We’re still in the dog days of summer—keep your cool with deals on the best fans we’ve tested for on the go and at home.
 
Anthropic updates Claude Fable 5's biology safeguards to reduce false positives, cutting biology-related "fallbacks" by ~85% in testing across product surfaces (Anthropic) - Techmeme Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:50:13 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic updates Claude Fable 5's biology safeguards to reduce false positives, cutting biology-related “fallbacks” by ~85% in testing across product surfaces — We're making updates to Claude Fable 5's biology safeguards in a way that substantially reduces false positives.

 
AI chatbots have failed people in crisis. Can that be fixed? - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:49:37 GMT
Clinicians and researchers say AI companies need to open up their safety data.
 
iPhone 18 Pro is getting even more ‘Pro’ this year in three ways - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:47:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro is getting even more ‘Pro’ this year in three ways 9to5Mac
  2. Apple Gears Up for September iPhone Launch With Retail Employee Lottery Bloomberg.com
  3. Leaked Apple memo reveals its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra plan PhoneArena
  4. iPhone 18 Pro price: Here’s how much more it could cost 9to5Mac
  5. Here’s When Apple Will Reveal Its iPhone 18 Pro Special Event Date forbes.com
 
OpenAI's mysterious ChatGPT device is a $300+ doughnut-shaped smart speaker with moving parts - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:44:00 GMT

News of the device, whose journey began when OpenAI announced it was acquiring Ive's AI hardware startup io for $6.5 billion last year, comes from Bloomberg.

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OpenAI makes major upgrades for free and paid ChatGPT users. Here's what they are - Axios - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:43:04 GMT
  1. OpenAI makes major upgrades for free and paid ChatGPT users. Here's what they are Axios
  2. ChatGPT brings unlimited text chats to free users TechCrunch
  3. GPT-5.6 Sol just got better in one place and stayed the same everywhere else The New Stack
  4. Free ChatGPT Users Will Get a Huge Upgrade Next Week Lifehacker
  5. OpenAI Will No Longer Limit How Many Texts Free Accounts Can Send To ChatGPT Engadget
 
‘GTA 6’ Publisher Dismisses Digital Replacing Discs Controversy - forbes.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:37:35 GMT
  1. ‘GTA 6’ Publisher Dismisses Digital Replacing Discs Controversy forbes.com
  2. Take-Two Boss Defends No Disc Version of GTA 6, Equates Physical Releases to Vinyl Records ign.com
  3. Rockstar’s Parent Company Says ‘Discs Don’t Really Make Sense For The Consumer’ Kotaku
  4. Take-Two CEO Dismisses Backlash Over GTA VI Going Digital-Only: "Who Cares?" consequence.net
  5. Could no physical disc and a trade union row hurt the GTA 6 launch? Take-Two’s CEO doesn’t think so The Game Business
 
What type of phone case is best for wireless charging? - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT
If you use a Qi or MagSafe charger, it's important for your phone and the charging speed that you get the right kind of case.
 
ByteDance trains massive AI model in bid to rival Anthropic - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:29:22 GMT
TikTok owner training a model with 10 trillion parameters.
 
The world's biggest solar telescope caught vortexes on the Sun's surface - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:20:46 GMT
We expected them to be there, but they had previously been too small to see.
 
Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta blows past series' records on Steam - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:10:07 GMT
  1. Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta blows past series' records on Steam Eurogamer.net
  2. Gears of War: E-Day Beta Launches August 6th, Featuring DLSS NVIDIA
  3. RTX 5090 Defeated by Gears of War: E-Day on 'Ludicrous' Settings extremetech.com
  4. The Coalition announces change to Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta KitGuru
  5. Gears of War: E-Day Early Access Open Beta Starts Today – Everything You Need to Know XBOX Wire
 
Google's AI somehow knew a game secret that existed only in a private Google Doc - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The issue began in the game's Discord server, where a player was asking Google's AI questions about Operation Octo. The answers sometimes included details the developer considered unusually specific for a small game.

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Google's AI somehow knew a game secret that existed only in a private Google Doc - TechSpot - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT
  1. Google's AI somehow knew a game secret that existed only in a private Google Doc TechSpot
  2. One indie game dev is convinced Gemini just leaked information from his private Google Docs — but the situation is far from clear-cut TechRadar
  3. Steam Developer Alleges Google Leaked Confidential Game Content via AI Search Polygon.com
  4. Google AI Somehow Leaked A Game Dev’s Content Plans Hidden Inside Their ‘Own Google Docs’ Kotaku
  5. Game Developer Claims Gemini Served Up Data Only Available in Private Google Doc PCMag
 
Nintendo confirms mouse controls for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:05:10 GMT
  1. Nintendo confirms mouse controls for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Nintendo Everything
  2. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct 8.4.2026 nintendo.com
  3. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Direct Covers Story, Classes, Combat and More Crunchyroll
  4. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct Reveals True Protagonist And Plot, Details Gameplay Systems Game Informer
  5. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – Everything We Know About Nintendo’s Time-Traveling Switch 2 Strategy RPG Wccftech
 
Trump is losing his war on wind power - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:58:04 GMT
A court rules that a hold on all wind projects clearly violates the law.
 
Microsoft’s Efforts In Making Windows 11 More Efficient Isn’t Just Due To The DRAM Shortage; Analyst Believes MacBook Neo Played A Pivotal Role In This Decision - Wccftech - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:56:22 GMT
  1. Microsoft’s Efforts In Making Windows 11 More Efficient Isn’t Just Due To The DRAM Shortage; Analyst Believes MacBook Neo Played A Pivotal Role In This Decision Wccftech
  2. Microsoft quietly purges 32GB of RAM recommendations from its website — company reels from the effects of the memory shortage as it released 8GB base models for Surface laptops this year Tom's Hardware
  3. Windows quality: an update on the commitment we made in March Windows Blog
  4. I Tested a Windows 11 PC With 8GB of RAM. Seriously, Do Not Buy One PCMag
  5. Windows 11 received a bunch of new improvements in July, and these are the ones worth knowing Windows Central
 
SK Hynix pledges $38 billion to build two new DRAM and NAND factories - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:42:43 GMT
SK Hynix has announced that it will invest $38.1 billion to build two new memory chip facilities in South Korea.
 
Modded Nvidia RTX 2080 Ti with 22GB VRAM is selling on eBay for $500 - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Budget users shopping for a path toward mid-range 4K gaming or heavy AI workloads might want to investigate a Hong Kong-based reseller. The vendor recently began offering Nvidia's RTX 2080 Ti with double its original memory for less than its current average price.

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Are Ray-Ban Meta glasses a privacy risk? Here's what you should know - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
Not all features are equal when it comes to securing your data.
 
The Google Pixel Tag is set to rival Apple's AirTag starting August 12 - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:06:00 GMT

Leaked images published by 9to5Google ahead of next week's event show the so-called Pixel Tag adopting a pill-shaped, oblong design rather than the circular form factor favored by its rivals. The device is also expected to incorporate a built-in speaker to help users locate it when misplaced.

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Europe finalizes plans for its 'sovereign' Starlink competitor - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:01:07 GMT
The EU's sovereign satellite broadband service is now moving towards full-scale deployment.
 
Latest PS5 Pro Firmware Beta Automatically Enables PSSR 2.0 Override - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Latest PS5 Pro Firmware Beta Automatically Enables PSSR 2.0 Override Digital Foundry
  2. PlayStation 5 System Beta Update for August Out Now, Here’s What It Does PlayStation LifeStyle
  3. Souls-like Lies of P Reaches Switch 2 Console ixbt.games
  4. PlayStation 5 gets new system update, here's everything it changes GAMINGbible
  5. Sony Readies Major PS5 Pro Update to Make It the Definitive Console for Grand Theft Auto VI levelup.com
 
PSB iQ2 review: Premium sound meets smart-speaker convenience - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A great app experience turns this wireless stereo setup into a capable hub for your home audio.
 
Best Webcams (2026): My Honest Take After Testing the Best - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:32:00 GMT
I tested the best webcams across various prices to find the top option. Here’s what I learned.
 
The 5 Best Laptop Power Banks I've Personally Tested (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT
These powerful, high-capacity portable batteries are the best ones when laptop charging is a priority. All have at least 20,000 mAh, enough to charge most laptops twice.
 
Meta's child-safety failures will cost it another $567 million - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:29:00 GMT

The decision resolves the second phase of New Mexico's case against Meta. Following a three-week trial, Judge Bryan Biedscheid concluded that Facebook and Instagram created a public nuisance and significantly contributed to the state's youth mental health crisis. WhatsApp was excluded because the court found that it didn't contribute to...

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Ex-Minecraft devs' Reforj finally starts taking shape with major graphics overhaul - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:15:17 GMT
  1. Ex-Minecraft devs' Reforj finally starts taking shape with major graphics overhaul TrueAchievements
  2. A New Look for Reforj: Explore the World’s Stunning Rixel Transformation XBOX Wire
  3. Minecraft rival Reforj completely overhauls its visuals with new graphics tech: "This does not exist anywhere else" PCGamesN
  4. 4J Studios debuts new graphics technology for upcoming game Reforj GamesBeat
 
Free 4K, 60fps PS5 Update for Ghost Recon Wildlands Out Now, Included with PS Plus Extra - Push Square - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT
  1. Free 4K, 60fps PS5 Update for Ghost Recon Wildlands Out Now, Included with PS Plus Extra Push Square
  2. Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites – Everything you need to know PlayStation.Blog
  3. Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites – A Major Free Update Powered by Community Feedback and Player Insights XBOX Wire
  4. Ghost Recon 25th Anniversary Video Reveals Free Wildlands Story Game Informer
  5. Ubisoft Reminds Us That All Next-Gen Upgrades Should Be Free Kotaku
 
FlipBuddy is Borg, You Will Be Assimilated - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:47 GMT
A desktop Borg cube. Just kidding, it's a buttonless, cube-shaped timer with a really neat 3D-printed enclosure.
When you think about it, time is all we’ve really got. Where to go from there is ultimately up to you. Maybe you use an app to track every task, …read more
 
Remembering the pre-Google web, when search was an experiment - ArsTechnica Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:06 GMT
"Most people have completely forgotten how chaotic it really was."
 
Remembering the pre-Google web, when search was an experiment - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:06 GMT
Remembering the pre-Google web, when search was an experiment Ars Technica
 
3 Best Cheap Gaming Laptops (2026): Lenovo, MSI, Alienware - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
As gaming laptop prices continue to rise, it’s increasingly difficult to find affordable options that aren’t terrible. Here are your best options based on performance and cost.
 
Minecraft Switch 2 Edition Coming This Autumn, Featuring Vibrant Visuals - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Minecraft Switch 2 Edition Coming This Autumn, Featuring Vibrant Visuals Digital Foundry
  2. Minecraft for Nintendo Switch™ 2 is coming October 27th! Minecraft
  3. Minecraft Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 Soon With an Upgrade Path for Switch 1 Owners IGN Southeast Asia
  4. 'Minecraft' Is Officially Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 With a Big Glowup Polygon.com
  5. Nintendo Switch 2 is getting the best-selling game of all time in October The Shortcut | Matt Swider
 
This Kentucky family rejected a $26 million data center offer to protect their farmland - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:58:00 GMT

The anonymous buyer, described as a major AI company, was looking for a large site for a new data center. The Huddleston family's property checked the boxes: a big, contiguous tract in the right location. Farmland in Mason County typically sells for about $6,000 an acre, but the offer reflected...

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iOS 27's New Compact Clock Gives Your Wallpaper Room to Breathe - MacRumors - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:52:58 GMT
  1. iOS 27's New Compact Clock Gives Your Wallpaper Room to Breathe MacRumors
  2. Safari on iPhone Is a Much Friendlier Experience in iOS 27 CNET
  3. Apple to implement AI text overview, one-tap options in new iOS 27 update Yahoo
  4. iOS 27’s best new Messages feature is all about saving you time 9to5Mac
  5. AI wallpapers and more are coming to iPhone's lock screen in iOS 27 PhoneArena
 
Chinese AI model Moonshot Kimi K3 also escaped its testing environment - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:44:04 GMT
Kimi K3 also found loopholes in its sandbox environment that allowed it to access the internet.
 
The ‘Manosphere’ Isn’t a Movement. It’s a Multibillion-Dollar Grievance Industry - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Many young men are driven to resentment and are financially exploited as influencers sell them classes, pills, and the illusion of clout, a new report reveals.
 
Ranking the Best Smart Glasses: Meta, Viture, & More (2026) - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
This burgeoning wearable tech lets you talk to an AI assistant, listen to music, or check out a display screen from the comfort of your very own face.
 
Meta becomes the third AI giant in two weeks to admit its model went rogue - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:16:00 GMT

Meta said that the incident took place during an evaluation being carried out by AI security firm Irregular. The Facebook parent told the BBC that the AI reached the open internet because of a "misconfiguration" by the tester rather than a flaw in the model.

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The Hottest New AI Chatbot Is Just a Guy Answering Your Questions - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
WIRED spoke with Tucker Bryant, an artist and former Google employee who created ChatTJB to get people to reflect on the “strange moment” we’re in.
 
I tested the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9: The health tracker’s most exciting features - nypost.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:59:00 GMT
  1. I tested the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9: The health tracker’s most exciting features nypost.com
  2. What’s New With Galaxy Watch9? samsung.com
  3. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Review: Samsung's Best Smartwatch Yet bgr.com
  4. Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 review: Health data overload, but built for the future ZDNET
  5. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 review: Software, health and fitness tracking GSMArena.com
 
Ratio vs. Simply Good: Which Plastic-Free Coffee Maker Is Best? - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:32:00 GMT
Microplastics are in everything, especially your coffee. A new generation of plastic-free drip coffee brewers is trying to change this.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
ASUS preparing seven new OLED gaming monitors, including 4K 360Hz and FHD 560Hz models - VideoCardz.com - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:40:43 GMT
  1. ASUS preparing seven new OLED gaming monitors, including 4K 360Hz and FHD 560Hz models VideoCardz.com
  2. Save $100+ on the ASUS ROG OLED gaming monitor that makes LCD panels look ancient Mashable
  3. Asus ProArt PA32UCDMR 32-inch 4K professional OLED monitor review: Precision, speed, and flexibility Tom's Hardware
  4. Asus launches powerful 4K OLED monitors with up to 480 Hz Notebookcheck
  5. ASUS Launches New ROG Swift Monitors with Tandem RGB OLED Panels and Dual Mode Up to 480 Hz eTeknix
 
Wrist Welcomes Wii Nunchuk As Gloriously Ergonomic Macropad - Hack a Day Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:10 GMT
[John Dingley] spends a lot of time editing videos, and as many of us know, when it comes to repetitive tasks the more ergonomic the better. Keyboard shortcuts exist for …read more
 
Court orders Meta to pay an additional $567 million in New Mexico child safety case - Engadget Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:08:32 GMT
A judge has ruled that Meta is a public nuisance and has to pay fine that will go towards funding state programs.
 
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
HP Coupon Codes and Deals August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 20% Off in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
Ray-Ban Promo Codes: Save 50% in August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your frames with major savings on classic shapes, custom designs, and prescription lenses using these verified Ray-Ban discounts.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this August 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Newegg Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026 - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg promo code and discount codes. Save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
T-Mobile Offering Free Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, $1,900 Phone Seen Throughout 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' - The Hollywood Reporter - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:22:45 GMT
  1. T-Mobile Offering Free Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, $1,900 Phone Seen Throughout 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' The Hollywood Reporter
  2. Samsung Pre-Orders for Latest Foldables Jump 30% From Last Year Bloomberg.com
  3. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Series Sets Record for Highest Ever Pre-Order samsung.com
  4. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: My favorite foldable yet Mashable
  5. It’s the last day to get a $350 gift card with your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder The Verge
 
One of China’s Most Powerful AI Models Has Also Escaped Containment - Wired Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:16:55 GMT
Security researchers say that Kimi K3, an open-weight model from China, wandered off to the internet in an attempt to cheat on a test it was given.
 
Price Hikes May Be Coming for PC Motherboards Next - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:11:43 GMT
For PC enthusiasts who’ve already lived through SSD price hikes and RAMageddon, there could be more bad news ahead.
 
Nintendo's Switch 2 sells over 23 million units in its first year, outpacing the original's 17 million - TechSpot Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:04:00 GMT

The Switch 2 has sold more than 23 million units in its first year on the market, well ahead of its predecessor's roughly 17 million over the same span. The hybrid console has now also outsold the GameCube's entire five-year run in a single year – a reminder of how...

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Splatoon Raiders 1.1.1 update out now, patch notes - Nintendo Everything - Google Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:41:25 GMT
  1. Splatoon Raiders 1.1.1 update out now, patch notes Nintendo Everything
  2. Splatoon Raiders - Damp Squid (Review) The Jimquisition
  3. Splatoon Raiders' August Update Introduces the Change Most Requested by Players Polygon.com
  4. Splatoon Raiders Debuts in 1st the French Charts VGChartz
  5. EDGE #427 review scores – Big Walk, Splatoon Raiders, more Nintendo Everything
 
Meta Ordered to Pay $567M in New Mexico Child Exploitation Lawsuit - CNET Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:32:17 GMT
The ruling is in addition to the $375 million Meta was ordered to pay in the same lawsuit in March.
 
OpenAI’s new AI smart speaker will reportedly sell for between $300 and $400 - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:43:53 GMT
  1. OpenAI’s new AI smart speaker will reportedly sell for between $300 and $400 TechCrunch
  2. OpenAI’s New Device Will Be Hockey Puck-Sized and Cost Over $300 Bloomberg.com
  3. Jony Ive’s first OpenAI gadget is reportedly a hockey puck-sized smart speaker The Verge
  4. OpenAI's first device may be a $300 donut-shaped speaker that'll talk to you Yahoo Tech
  5. OpenAI’s expensive smart speaker will use moving parts to seem “more alive” Ars Technica
 
Google open-sources an AI model it says can help with earlier hurricane warnings - Engadget Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:40:33 GMT
WeatherNext can deliver a 15-day forecast predicting storms' track and intensity.
 
Organ donation group accused of trying to take living man's organs faces shutdown - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:20:50 GMT
The organization, Network for Hope, "strongly disagrees" with Trump admin's decision.
 
Kioxia's new PCIe 6.0 SSDs want to feed GPUs data at a fraction of HBM's price - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:19:00 GMT

Japanese memory manufacturer Kioxia is bringing a new class of super-fast SSDs to the enterprise market. The Kioxia GP1 Series is based on the PCIe 6.0 interface and can leverage the NVMe 2.2 protocol to serve as a middle ground between "pure" NVMe storage solutions and high-bandwidth memory VRAM soldered...

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You Can Now Link More Devices to a Signal Messaging Account - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:12:49 GMT
The company also updated the app to look better on devices with different screen sizes.
 
Ro Khanna calls for the right to oppose data centers to be protected - Engadget Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:10:18 GMT
The congressman thinks it's time for a "Data Center Bill of Rights."
 
Explosive drone found hovering near Ukrainian cargo aircraft at German airport - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:01:55 GMT
Russian attack? Explosive drone targeted parked aircraft at Leipzig airport.
 
AirPods Pro 3 get a solid $60 discount, now $189 - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:58:00 GMT
Apple's flagship earbuds combine improved Active Noise Cancellation, personalized Spatial Audio, and heart-rate tracking. At $189, they're a compelling pick for anyone looking to upgrade their wireless audio experience.
 
August's Android Canary release gets app handles and new Quick Settings layout editor - Android Authority - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:55:00 GMT
  1. August's Android Canary release gets app handles and new Quick Settings layout editor Android Authority
  2. Android Canary 2608 lets you customize Quick Settings layout on Pixel 9to5Google
  3. Android's new Quick Settings editor has another trick: A customizable QQS layout Android Authority
  4. You'll finally be able to reorder the entire Quick Settings panel Android Headlines
  5. Android Canary 2608 Brings Sharp Quick Settings Editor to Pixel Techgenyz
 
OpenAI's ring-shaped smart speaker will reportedly cost between $300 and $400 - Engadget Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:46:26 GMT
It would be an ambitiously high price for the AI-powered hardware pivot.
 
Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids - WIRED - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:35:00 GMT
  1. Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids WIRED
  2. 39 Popular Parental Control Apps Are Secretly Feeding Data to One Overseas Server PCMag
  3. Kids' smartwatches are meant to keep children safe, but hackers can turn them into stalking devices digitaltrends.com
 
Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Security researchers tracked and eavesdropped on a WIRED reporter using vulnerabilities in a pink plastic smartwatch. It’s just one piece of a deeply insecure supply chain of GPS-enabled gadgets.
 
Fare Is Fair: Zoox Launching Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:32:19 GMT
Optimized fares will be based on the best route from pickup to drop-off, with the full price shown before you book and no surprises if the robotaxi takes a longer way around.
 
The last generation of fully upgradeable PCs is being built right now - XDA - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:30:10 GMT
The last generation of fully upgradeable PCs is being built right now XDA
 
Environmental groups challenge FCC approval of startup’s plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space - NBC News - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:27:34 GMT
  1. Environmental groups challenge FCC approval of startup’s plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space NBC News
  2. Environmental Groups Want FCC to Reverse Plans for Space Mirror Satellite PCMag
  3. ‘Like a comic book villain plot:’ Astronomers raise alarm about giant mirrors in space project CTV News
  4. Environmental groups ask the FCC to withdraw approval for sunlight-on-demand satellite 10News.com
  5. A company got approval to put a giant mirror in space. Experts are raising alarms Newsweek
 
Most People Prefer AI Writing, but That’s Because It’s Trained on Us - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:20:11 GMT
A new study finds that people rated AI-generated stories higher than human-generated stories, especially when told that a human wrote the story.
 
Seiko’s $750 Speedtimer Chronograph Gets a New “Edo Purple” Dial - Gear Patrol - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:12:58 GMT
  1. Seiko’s $750 Speedtimer Chronograph Gets a New “Edo Purple” Dial Gear Patrol
  2. Seiko Has Released 6 Striking Purple-Dial Watches Esquire
  3. Seiko Introduces A Purple Rotocall And Five Other New Watches For Its 145th Anniversary Fratello Watches
  4. Every Seiko 145th Anniversary ‘Edo Purple’ Watch, From $675 to $4,500 Man of Many
  5. Seiko Continues Its 145th Anniversary Celebrations With Six Limited-Edition “Edo Purple” Timepieces Hypebeast
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
Suno Plans New Tools to Make AI-Generated Music More Transparent. Is It Enough? - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:53:29 GMT
Suno plans to flag use of its music generator using audio watermarking and fingerprint technology.
 
OppoSuits Introduces New DONKEY KONG Collection - nintendo.com - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:36:47 GMT
OppoSuits Introduces New DONKEY KONG Collection nintendo.com
 
X wants to keep suing advertisers, asks 5th Circuit to overrule district judge - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:29:51 GMT
Musk continues appeal despite court loss and settlement with advertiser group.
 
Thousands of server motherboards are vulnerable to controller flaws that could give attackers hardware-level control - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:26:00 GMT

Baseboard management controllers, or BMCs, are small computers built into nearly every enterprise server. They have their own firmware, operating system, network stack, and IP address. Administrators use them to reboot machines, install updates, reinstall operating systems, and monitor hardware, even when the main server is powered off or unresponsive.

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Suno hopes to go legit with watermarks for AI-generated music - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:17:36 GMT
Suno plans watermarks and download limits to stop "large-scale abuse."
 
Quake celebrates its 30th anniversary with a new free episode - Engadget Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:05:13 GMT
The Dawn of the Machine expansion was made by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software.
 
Anthropic will design its own hardware to power Claude - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:03:44 GMT
Anthropic and OpenAI are racing to scale up while reducing dependence on Nvidia.
 
Why Normal People Aren’t Using AI Agents - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:55:45 GMT
The tech industry is realizing it needs to build agents based on what regular consumers want, not just what its AI models can do.
 
Big tech's AI-powered 'pervert' glasses are in a losing battle with DuckDuckGo - SFGATE - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:50:38 GMT
  1. Big tech's AI-powered 'pervert' glasses are in a losing battle with DuckDuckGo SFGATE
  2. DuckDuckGo’s Anti-AI Sunglasses Won’t Spy On Anyone CNET
  3. DuckDuckGo "Normal F**king Sunglasses" Sold Out In Under a Week 80 Level
  4. DuckDuckGo Releases 'Normal Sunglasses' to Troll Meta's AI-Powered 'Pervert Glasses' Common Dreams
  5. DuckDuckGo's anti-AI sunglasses are a viral hit USA Today
 
Dolby Vision 2 is rolling out now, starting with select Hisense TVs - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT

Dolby Vision 2 is the successor to Dolby Vision, the dynamic HDR format that has adjusted brightness and color on a scene-by-scene basis for more than a decade. Dolby unveiled the sequel last September, just ahead of the IFA show in Berlin, then spent the following 11 months gradually answering...

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Ford Unveils New, Affordable Electric Truck, the Fathom - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:39:47 GMT
The Fathom starts at under $30,000 and will be the first vehicle made by Ford’s new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
 
Flock Highlighted Police Departments Using Its Tech. Now 4 Face Allegations of Misuse - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:31:07 GMT
Flock posted videos on its YouTube channel highlighting at least four police departments whose officers have faced allegations of misusing the company’s tech.
 
Fading Echo coming to Switch 2 - Gematsu - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:30:56 GMT
  1. Fading Echo coming to Switch 2 Gematsu
  2. Fading Echo announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  3. Fading Echo Archives Nintendo Everything
 
ICE’s DNA Collection Increases, SpaceX’s Rocket Crashes Into the Moon, and the AI Backlash Grows - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:30:46 GMT
In today’s episode of Uncanny Valley, we discuss how ICE has been collecting DNA samples of people who have no criminal convictions, including children, which end up in an FBI database indefinitely.
 
Large genome models used to design new viruses - ArsTechnica Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:04:57 GMT
The AI system makes genetically distant versions of a bacteria-killing virus.
 
Mexico's "Gamer Congresswoman" takes Sony to court over physical game disc shutdown - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:34:00 GMT

Federal Representative Iraís Reyes, often referred to by Mexican media as the "gamer congresswoman," and Senator Luis Donaldo Colosio submitted their complaint to the country's antitrust regulator, COFECE, earlier this week. They argue that Sony's planned shift to digital-only sales violates Mexico's Federal Economic Competition Law.

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OpenAI and four rivals just agreed on one standard for AI agents - The Next Web - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:12:25 GMT
  1. OpenAI and four rivals just agreed on one standard for AI agents The Next Web
  2. Agent Plugins package your skills, tools, and more blog.google
  3. AWS Supports Agent Plugins: An Open Standard for Portable Agent Extensions Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  4. GPT-5 turning one as OpenAI shares new Agent Plugins standard 9to5Mac
  5. AI titans to tidy agent frontier with plugin prescription The Register
 
Corsair acquires Trak Racer, adding premium racing cockpits and flight sim gear to its lineup - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:05:00 GMT

Corsair has acquired Trak Racer, a "premium" manufacturer of simulation cockpits, seats, monitor stands, and other sim-racing equipment for enthusiasts. The US company now plans to combine Trak Racer's expertise with Fanatec, a renowned brand in the sim-racing hardware market that is fully owned by Corsair.

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Amazon Researcher Claims Quantum Algorithm Could Challenge PQC Foundations - The Quantum Insider - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:58:17 GMT
Amazon Researcher Claims Quantum Algorithm Could Challenge PQC Foundations The Quantum Insider
 
Tesla Rolls Out New Maps Update in North America - Not a Tesla App - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:54:00 GMT
Tesla Rolls Out New Maps Update in North America Not a Tesla AppSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 With Security Fixes - MacRumors - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:34:39 GMT
  1. Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 With Security Fixes MacRumors
  2. Apple fixes Screen Sharing vulnerability with macOS 26.6.1 update Macworld
  3. PSA: Apple Has Released Security Updates For Mac Engadget
  4. Apple rushes out emergency fix for screen sharing flaw on Macs - update ASAP ZDNET
  5. Apple Just Blocked Hackers From Taking Advantage of This Serious Security Flaw Lifehacker
 
Google Wallet Now Lets Parents Create Secure Tap and Pay Balances for Kids - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:24:52 GMT
The new feature gives kids a way to manage their money without a bank account.
 
You Can Now Have Unlimited Text Chats Without Paying for ChatGPT - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:29 GMT
OpenAI is upgrading its default options for free and paying ChatGPT users.
 
Google's AI told people Flock cameras were full of gold. They weren't. - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:46:00 GMT

The story starts with a meme: privacy advocates joking online that Flock's surveillance cameras are secretly loaded with valuable metals, worth cracking open for scrap. AI Overviews took the joke literally, and for a while, told anyone who asked exactly that.

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GTA VI ‘Extended Look’ Will Hit Netflix First at the End of August - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:41:08 GMT
  1. GTA VI ‘Extended Look’ Will Hit Netflix First at the End of August Gizmodo
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look Rockstar Games
  3. Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix Netflix
  4. GTA 6 trailer 3 is dropping at the worst time and in the weirdest way possible Polygon.com
  5. GTA VI is getting an ‘extended look’ at the end of August The Verge
 
Infrared glasses could push the boundaries of human eyesight - Currently.com - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:33:00 GMT
Infrared glasses could push the boundaries of human eyesight Currently.comSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
DeepMind Says Its AI Can Predict Hurricanes Earlier Than Everyone Else - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:23:04 GMT
Its WeatherNext model, which will be open-sourced, can accurately predict a storm’s track and intensity using lower-resolution weather data. Researchers don’t yet fully understand how it does this.
 
Apple, Sony, and Nintendo pocketed their tariff refunds, this PC cooling company won't - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:11:00 GMT

Arctic has temporarily discounted its products in the US until its tariff refund is fully exhausted. The policy contrasts sharply with those of larger manufacturers that have declined to compensate customers for tariff-driven price increases.

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There’s No Good Way to Talk About Celebrities and Eating Disorders - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:52:53 GMT
Online speculation over the weight loss of celebrities like Ariana Grande—even out of genuine concern—can make things worse for people struggling with eating disorders.
 
What to do when Google Drive's Photos backup ends on August 10 - Android Police - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:29:51 GMT
  1. What to do when Google Drive's Photos backup ends on August 10 Android Police
  2. Google Drive is ending Photos backups in August — here’s what you need to do MakeUseOf
  3. Google Drive is shutting down desktop app Photos backups in August - here’s how to prepare XDA
  4. Google Drive ends Photos backups on August 10—here's what you can do How-To Geek
  5. An important Google Photos backup feature is being discontinued, but I found a way to keep it working Pocket-lint
 
Netflix and Disney are now considering free, ad-supported streaming - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:28:00 GMT

In a recent investor call, Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro confirmed that the company is actively exploring a potential free offering for its Disney+ streaming service. D'Amaro, who took over Disney's leadership from Bob Iger earlier this year, said that a free option could provide several benefits, particularly for "price-sensitive" customers...

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Google's Pixel Tag won't be better than the Moto Tag; that's the point - Android Police - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:16:18 GMT
  1. Google's Pixel Tag won't be better than the Moto Tag; that's the point Android Police
  2. This is the ‘Google Pixel Tag’ 9to5Google
  3. I tested 30+ Bluetooth trackers, and here's what the Pixel Tag absolutely needs Android Police
  4. The Pixel Tag may be Google’s answer to AirTag, right down to the price digitaltrends.com
  5. Google's Pixel Tag pricing is basically necessary for success Android Headlines
 
Free Play Days – NBA 2K26, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Wax Heads, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:00:55 GMT
  1. Free Play Days – NBA 2K26, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Wax Heads, and More XBOX Wire
  2. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 6-9) Pure Xbox
  3. You can play a wrestling simulator with the GTA VI publisher and a roguelike about defending against an alien invasion for free on Steam ixbt.games
  4. WWE 2K26 Is Free This Weekend For Almost Everyone Insider Gaming
  5. WWE 2K26 is free to play for all Xbox users this weekend to coincide with SummerSlam Video Games Chronicle
 
AI slop, privacy fears, and endless scrolling are making people fall out of love with the internet - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:47:00 GMT

A survey by personal-data removal service Incogni illustrates the changing attitudes toward the internet. Given the company's business, it's little surprise to see a focus on data breaches.

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Grand Theft Auto 6 Extended Preview Will Debut on Netflix This Month - CNET Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:22:19 GMT
The streaming service will get the first look before the presentation becomes available on YouTube.
 
Apple Raises Trade-In Values for iPhone, Mac, and More - MacRumors - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:17:51 GMT
  1. Apple Raises Trade-In Values for iPhone, Mac, and More MacRumors
  2. Apple raises trade-in values for most iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models 9to5Mac
  3. Apple raises trade-in values for iPhones, iPads, Android phones and more PhoneArena
  4. Apple increases trade-in offers and adds new Android devices The Verge
  5. Apple sweetens trade-in values for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even some Android phones digitaltrends.com
 
Uber is spending $10 billion to deploy 120,000 robotaxis across 15 cities - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi said the spending is possible because Uber is generating strong cash flow from its core business. In the second quarter, the company produced a record $2.8 billion in free cash flow. Over the past 12 months, free cash flow has reached about $10.1 billion as bookings...

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Xbox Is Getting Platinum Trophies Later This Year, Says CEO - forbes.com - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:42:57 GMT
  1. Xbox Is Getting Platinum Trophies Later This Year, Says CEO forbes.com
  2. Confirmed: Xbox 'Platinum' completion achievements are coming "later this year" Windows Central
  3. Xbox Boss Teases Platinum Trophy Equivalent For Achievements In 2026 Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirms two features coming to Microsoft’s gaming platform The Times of India
  5. Completionists, Rejoice — Xbox Is Planning Its Own Version of the Platinum Trophy ign.com
 
Big Walk's Hardest Puzzle Is Scheduling - Aftermath - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:42:52 GMT
  1. Big Walk's Hardest Puzzle Is Scheduling Aftermath
  2. Big Walk review – larking around with mates elevated to an artform The Guardian
  3. Frequently Asked Questions ign.com
  4. Big Walk is like co-op Breath of the Wild The Verge
  5. Big Walk Will Fix Its Most Annoying Feature 80 Level
 
Researchers found a way to steal passkeys straight out of Chrome's memory - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:09:00 GMT

Researchers at Unit 42 recently detailed three methods by which malware on a PC can read passkey data stored in Google Chrome. The most severe method completely compromises the victim's Google passkey vault, granting attackers remote access to every account that relies on passkeys.

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Bose’s upgraded QuietComfort headphones add head-tracking immersive audio - The Verge - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Bose’s upgraded QuietComfort headphones add head-tracking immersive audio The Verge
  2. Bose Debuts Revamped QuietComfort Headphones With Better Noise-Cancellation Bloomberg.com
  3. Bose has refreshed its QuietComfort headphones with two-way USB-C audio and better noise cancellation Engadget
  4. Bose Announces New QuietComfort Headphones, Bringing Flagship Features to a Lower Price Point Rolling Stone
  5. Bose launches QuietComfort Headphones with new ActiveSense noise-canceling tech and 24-bit audio TweakTown
 
Dolby Vision 2 will be available first on some 2026 Hisense TVs - The Verge - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Dolby Vision 2 will be available first on some 2026 Hisense TVs The Verge
  2. Dolby Vision 2 Arrives, Bringing Dolby's Most Advanced Picture Experience Yet to Hisense TVs news.dolby.com
  3. Dolby Vision 2 Arrives On Hisense TVs forbes.com
  4. Dolby Vision 2 debuts on Hisense TVs with global firmware rollout Broadband TV News
  5. Dolby Vision 2 has arrived! List of TVs getting the new HDR standard today t3.com
 
Nvidia turns RTX 5000 GPUs at MSRP into one of QuakeCon's biggest attractions - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:38:00 GMT

QuakeCon celebrates its 20th anniversary between today (August 6) and August 9 at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas.

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Why are you still using Google Assistant on Android? [Poll] - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT
  1. Why are you still using Google Assistant on Android? [Poll] 9to5Google
  2. Google plans to kill Assistant on your phone on September 4 Ars Technica
  3. Google Is Finally Shutting Down the Google Assistant. Here's What Android Users Need to Know inc.com
  4. ‘Gemini absolutely sucks’: with Google Assistant’s days now numbered, Android fans are cataloging their complaints about its replacement TechRadar
  5. Google Assistant to shut down on Android, Wear OS next month Mashable
 
5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
 
Meteor Showers, Eclipses, and More Are on the August 2026 Astronomical Calendar - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Here’s when some of this year’s most anticipated astronomical events will happen and the best way to observe them.
 
Sharpest-ever images of the sun reveal tiny plasma whirlpools scientists have chased for decades - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

The patterns match what physicists expect from Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, a shear-driven effect seen in many fluids and plasmas but not previously resolved at such fine scales on the sun's visible surface. The results are detailed in a new paper in Nature, based on the telescope's 4-meter (13 foot) mirror and...

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Best Android Charger: Wireless, Portable, Cable (2026) - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:34:00 GMT
Whether you’re charging overnight at home or on the go, these are the fastest, most dependable Android chargers we’ve tested.
 
Gears of War: E-Day open beta kicks off today, and PVP made it in after all - TechSpot Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:09:00 GMT

The beta program includes an early access phase from August 6 to 10 for customers who pre-ordered the game on Xbox or Steam, as well as all Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscribers. This will be followed by an open beta from August 13 to 17 for all...

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Adding an AI tool to Google Earth shook our trust in maps that has been centuries in the making - The Conversation - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:08:00 GMT
  1. Adding an AI tool to Google Earth shook our trust in maps that has been centuries in the making The Conversation
  2. Google Earth Pulls Back New A.I. Tool Over Disinformation Concerns The New York Times
  3. Selling Trust From Orbit Foreign Policy
  4. Transform any place with Nano Banana in Google Earth blog.google
  5. Google pauses AI satellite images, after fears of deepfakes in the sky NPR
 
Microsoft’s Quantum Chief Doesn’t Care That Scientists Don’t Believe His Results - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Zulfi Alam thinks his team doesn’t need to “prove” they engineered a new state of matter in their bid to reinvent computing. Science would disagree.
 
Samsung Odyssey G8 6K Review: Pixel Overdose - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Samsung dared to bring 6K to the world of gaming monitors before our PCs were truly ready for it.
 
Shark PowerDetect Speed Review (2026): Light and Powerful - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Shark’s new PowerDetect Speed is lighter and more affordable than the original, but still managed to ace most of my vacuum tests.
 
Two Fossil Fuel Companies Are Betting Big on Data Centers - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Chevron and Williams are big winners in the race to power artificial intelligence as they build out gas-fired power plants and pipelines.
 
Nintendo's Switch 2 Console Sales Just Dropped Significantly - Engadget - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:13:30 GMT
  1. Nintendo's Switch 2 Console Sales Just Dropped Significantly Engadget
  2. ‘Mamma mia!’: Trump tariffs refund ignites 53% profit spike at Nintendo The Guardian
  3. Nintendo Tops Estimates With Tariff Refunds and Switch 2 Games Bloomberg.com
  4. Nintendo’s Profit Surges on Stronger Game Software Sales, ‘Mario’ Movie Hit WSJ
  5. Nintendo's fiscal first-quarter profit and revenue beat estimates, despite Switch 2 sales slump CNBC
 
12 Best Coffee Subscriptions (2026), Tested by Caffeine Hounds - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:02:00 GMT
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist.
 
Xbox hardware update drops feature gamers have wanted for years - GAMINGbible - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:00:03 GMT
  1. Xbox hardware update drops feature gamers have wanted for years GAMINGbible
  2. Available for XBOX Insiders: More Control Over Captures, Saves, and Wishlists XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Console Updates Adding New Capture and Achievement Features ign.com
  4. Xbox is finally allowing voice chat in game capture clips after years of popular demand Windows Central
  5. Xbox Insider Chat In Game Captures Thurrott.com
 
PlayStation 5 new console warning has gamers livid; 'Sony needs to be humbled' - GAMINGbible - Google Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:30:03 GMT
  1. PlayStation 5 new console warning has gamers livid; 'Sony needs to be humbled' GAMINGbible
  2. Disc-Based PS5s Now Warn Buyers About the Impending Death of Physical Games Push Square
  3. Sony proves it's not reversing its decision as warnings about physical discs appear on new PS5s XDA
  4. 5 Lawsuits Accusing PlayStation Of Being Anti-Competitive, Explained Kotaku
  5. Who Gets Left Behind In Sony’s All-Digital Future? GameSpot
 
Best Handheld Fans for a Breeze on Demand (2026) - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
I put handheld, wearable, and misting fans through a sweltering summer to see which ones kept me coolest.
 
Groupon Promo Codes: 60% Off in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock up to 60% off, 40% off packages, and 20% off with top Groupon coupon codes. Explore coupons to save extra on travel getaways, holiday gifts, spa days, and event tickets.
 
Sealy Promo Codes: $100 Off - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re switching from springs to memory foam or just want to sleep cooler this summer, these Sealy mattress deals will have you waking up refreshed—and with cash left in your wallet.
 
NZXT Discount Codes: 50% Off in August 2026 - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 50%, plus up to $250 with NZXT promo codes and discounts.
 
HBO Max Promo Code: 50% Off | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows and save up to 50% today with HBO Max discount codes and subscription deals.
 
Govee Discount Codes and Deals: 30% Off - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
New to Govee? Get a $5 coupon on your first purchase just for signing up.
 
Norton Coupon Codes: Up to 58% Off - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to protect your small business or your personal computer, we have the top coupons and deals to help you save at Norton.
 
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This August - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
 
Total Wireless Promo Codes & Deals: 50% Off Select Plans - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals for Total Wireless, like 50% off select plans, and enjoy big savings.
 
20% Off Brooks Promo Code | August 2026 - Wired Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Hidden Backdoor Found in Chinese-Made Zbtlink Routers - CNET Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:18:32 GMT
Researchers found a backdoor implant that gives servers in China full control over the routers.
 
Linux Use Skyrockets as It Becomes ‘OS of Choice for AI Agents’ - CNET Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:12:52 GMT
Instead of more Americans using the Linux operating system, the sharp increase may be attributable to a different cause.
 
"Please, regardless of who ends up getting killed, don't send me hate mail" - Kazutaka Kodaka and Shohei Sakakibara on Danganronpa 2x2 - RPG Site - Google Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:08:06 GMT
  1. "Please, regardless of who ends up getting killed, don't send me hate mail" - Kazutaka Kodaka and Shohei Sakakibara on Danganronpa 2x2 RPG Site
  2. Danganronpa 2x2 Writer Kazutaka Kodaka and Producer Shohei Sakakibara on Developing the Remake Crunchyroll
  3. Kazutaka Kodaka on Danganronpa 2x2, Slayhem Mode, and… octagons? GamingTrend
  4. As Industry Flees from GTA VI, One Developer Delayed Its Game to 2027 Just to Have Time to Play Rockstar’s Sandbox levelup.com
  5. Danganronpa dev on killing off characters in Danganronpa 2×2, says “it doesn’t matter if a character is popular or not” Nintendo Everything
 
Then and now: How MIT Lincoln Laboratory has served as a driving force in national security innovation - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Members of the laboratory community reflect on technology impacts that shaped the United States and the world over the past 75 years.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
Past is prologue for geopolitical developments - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
DUSP Associate Professor Jason Jackson’s latest book compares how two countries chose radically different paths to economic independence.
 
Reframing leadership as a design problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Nicholas de Monchaux reflects on guiding the MIT Department of Architecture through a period of dramatic change for the profession.
 
Solving the solvent problem - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:50:00 GMT
By focusing on electrolytes, MIT scientists are making sodium-metal batteries a more practical energy storage option.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:50:00 GMT
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
 
Connecting students with the future of microelectronics - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The 2026 NEMC Hub-sponsored externship gave students access to world-class research, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and professionals driving innovation across the Northeast.
 
Turning molecules into reliable electronic devices - MIT Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new fabrication platform integrates molecules into electronic devices, opening the door to emerging computing technologies.
 
Using reason, again and again - MIT Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Philosopher Brian Hedden studies decision-making over time — and recently chose to return to alma mater MIT, where he is now connecting ethics and computing.
 
Building energy security through more sustainable batteries - MIT Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Hugh Smith works to develop sodium-ion batteries, whose components are more abundant and accessible than those of conventional lithium-ion technology.
 
Daniela Rus receives Bavarian Minister-President's High-Tech Prize - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Director of CSAIL and MIT professor honored for her contributions to robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.
 
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:35:00 GMT
MIT students and postdocs discussed science funding and research with policymakers in Washington during the MIT Science Policy Initiative’s annual Congressional Visit Days.
 
Why some nitrogen-processing enzymes are more efficient than others - MIT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
New findings could help researchers design synthetic catalysts that convert nitrogen gas to ammonia, a key step in fertilizer production.
 
MIT and Broad Institute researchers break diffraction barrier in super-resolution microscopy - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New U-STORM imaging technology lets scientists view molecular structures in subatomic detail — about 1,000 times clearer than traditional dyes — while making the microscope process much simpler.
 
How a medical database developed at MIT evolved into a global standard of data-sharing - MIT Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The visionary PhysioNet platform launched 25 years ago, based on a system developed at MIT in the 1970s. It has become one of the most comprehensive biomedical and clinical data repositories in existence.
 
Professor Emeritus Robert Cohen, pioneering polymers researcher and devoted mentor, dies at 79 - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Architect of MIT’s interdisciplinary Program in Polymers and Soft Matter and the PhD in chemical engineering practice is remembered for his passion for mentorship and education.
 
Yu Deng ’11 and Hong Wang PhD ’19 awarded Fields Medal - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT-trained mathematicians earn the honor, one of the most prestigious in the field, for their significant achievements.
 
Making robots faster by helping them think ahead - MIT Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
 
MIT engineers design recyclable elastic yarn - MIT Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Melt it, spin it, use it again. This new recyclable yarn is as strong and stretchy as spandex-based yarns.
 
We Want to Know What You Really Think About Your Phone - CNET Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Give us your honest feedback in our latest People’s Picks Survey.
 
Looking beyond research - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Professor Anna-Christina Eilers is “Committed to Caring” for building a culture around attentiveness and community.
 
MIT projects selected for funding under US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission - MIT Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Initial research projects advance national priorities across natural resources, manufacturing, nuclear physics, and more.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with men’s soccer captain Dilin Meloni - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The rising senior is passionate about soccer, nuclear fusion, and advocating on behalf of his fellow student-athletes at MIT.
 
Professor Emeritus Dimitri Bertsekas, influential computer scientist and prolific author, dies at 83 - MIT Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Known for his clear and elegant writing style, Bertsekas shaped fields from control and optimization to large-scale computation and artificial intelligence.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
3D-printed bridge points the way to greener construction - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a framework that folds a printer’s real-world limits into the optimization, while revealing that better hardware could sharply reduce material use.
 
Electric fields help guide neural activity, even from moment to moment - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:25:00 GMT
A new study adds evidence that electric fields in the brain help to organize and shape underlying neural activity via “ephaptic coupling.”
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
Discovery could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient digital displays - MIT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Researchers found a simple solution for extending the lifespans of LEDs made from glowing microscopic particles called quantum dots.
 
New flapping robot swims and flies like a diving bird - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ design could lead to a new class of aerial-aquatic vehicles for ocean exploration.
 
Bringing the data to every sideline - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Henry Wang works with FIFA and other organizations to advance the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed.
 
MIT engineers whip up a more breathable hydrogel - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.
 
I Tested Sony’s Wearable Cooling Plate. Here’s Where It Could Improve - CNET Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:01:12 GMT
First launched in Japan in 2019, the Reon Pocket Pro Plus has now made its way over to the US.
 
Verizon Switches Focus to New Simplicity Phone Plan. Here’s What You’re Paying For - CNET Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:01:10 GMT
The carrier also introduced Verizon One, a mobile and home internet bundle.
 
Time to Fly: Google Earth Opens Its Secret Flight Simulator to All Users - CNET Tue, 16 Jun 2026 02:10:10 GMT
If you can navigate yourself to Google Earth, you can take off and fly.
 
Flat-Top or Grated Grill? A Pitmaster Weighs In - CNET Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:01:03 GMT
Outdoor griddles have gained in popularity, especially among the cleaning-averse. Here’s what an expert thinks about grill surfaces.
 
Your Home Needs These 8 Headache-Free Privacy Boosts - CNET Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:01:05 GMT
Protect your privacy, identity and loved ones with these important home safety steps I’ve tested for the modern world.
 
The 1-Minute Microwave Egg Trick That Changed My Mornings Forever - CNET Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:00:04 GMT
Churn out puffy poached eggs in under a minute with this habit-forming hack.
 
I Use This Hidden iPhone Feature to Get My Baby to Sleep Every Night - CNET Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:00:03 GMT
Your iPhone can play ocean or rain sounds to help create a peaceful and serene sleep environment.