www.justingengo.com RSS Consolidator  
Disney might be planning a free Disney+ tier - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:04:50 GMT
Nearly every streaming service has an ad-supported plan, but Disney might take the unusual step of making it free.
 
Nvidia's rumored GeForce RTX 5090 SE promises flagship power for $500 less, if you can find one - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:52:00 GMT

Based on Nvidia's Blackwell graphics architecture, the RTX 5090 SE will reportedly use a cut-down version of the GB202 die, the same silicon found in the standard RTX 5090. It is rumored to feature 14,080 CUDA cores, roughly 33 percent fewer than the 21,760 CUDA cores in the flagship model....

Read Entire Article

 
Analysis: Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle, the top spenders on new US data centers, collectively added ~$350B in debt over the past five years (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:35:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Analysis: Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle, the top spenders on new US data centers, collectively added ~$350B in debt over the past five years — The largest builders of artificial intelligence data centers have doubled their debt load in the last five years …

 
You can now easily find out if a game is compatible with the Steam Machine - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:26:01 GMT
You just have to know where to look on the Steam page.
 
The Water In This 2002 Surfing Game Is Blowing People’s Minds - Kotaku - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:20:06 GMT
The Water In This 2002 Surfing Game Is Blowing People’s Minds Kotaku
 
SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in massive US share offering - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:11:00 GMT

According to the BBC, it's the largest ever listing by a foreign company in the US.

Read Entire Article

 
SK Hynix opens up 14% at $170 after raising $26.5B in the largest ever US market debut by a foreign company (Kif Leswing/CNBC) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:50:01 GMT

Kif Leswing / CNBC:
SK Hynix opens up 14% at $170 after raising $26.5B in the largest ever US market debut by a foreign company — SK Hynix opened at $170 per share on the Nasdaq on Friday, rising about 14%, as U.S. investors jumped at the opportunity to get a stake in South Korea's second-most valuable company.

 
Tiny11 trims Windows 11 down to 8GB, no bloat included - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:50:00 GMT
Tiny11 is built from Windows 11 25H2, but strips out Copilot, Teams, OneDrive, and Edge, cutting the install down to about 8GB, while still activating with a normal Windows 10 or 11 key. It's ideal for reviving an older laptop, running in a VM, or setting up a lightweight test machine.
 
Men found ‘Love Island.’ Then they started betting on it. - Yahoo - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:47:27 GMT
  1. Men found ‘Love Island.’ Then they started betting on it. Yahoo
  2. A New Bombshell Has Entered Prediction Markets: Love Island Barron's
  3. The 'Love Island' Effect: How the Hit Reality Show Fueled a $50 Million Prediction Market Boom inc.com
 
Disable auto-play and infinite scroll or risk massive fines, EU tells Meta - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:46:18 GMT
Digital Services Act may force Meta to make big changes on its platforms.
 
What Watching a Soccer Final Does to Your Body, According to Science - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:41:31 GMT
A recent study tracked hundreds of soccer fans until their favorite team reached the final of a tournament. Their stress levels skyrocketed, and their heart rates jumped too.
 
'Obsession' Gets Streaming Release Date on Peacock - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
You can watch the buzzy horror movie this month.
 
Hiboy P6 Fat Tire Electric Bike Review: Smooth Sailing - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:22:13 GMT
Take on sand, snow, mud, gravel—this is the ebike for all your off-roading adventures.
 
NASA sure seems to be asking an awful lot of private space stations - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:15:58 GMT
"Industry finally knows what NASA is asking of them."
 
Anker’s 3-in-1 Qi2.2 charging station is $95 off - The Verge - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:11:08 GMT
  1. Anker’s 3-in-1 Qi2.2 charging station is $95 off The Verge
  2. Anker Goes Big on Foldable MagSafe Charger at Near No-Margin Pricing, With AirCool Temperature Control Built In Gizmodo
  3. Anker’s tiny 45W GaN charger is down to its lowest price on Amazon PCWorld
  4. This tiny 45W Anker plug is made for your iPhone for just $26 (35% off) Macworld
  5. I swear by this Anker charger, especially now that it's on sale for $25 Android Police
 
[Chronicles] Magistus Ep 4 Teaser & Some Sinful Spoils - YGOrganization - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:07:46 GMT
[Chronicles] Magistus Ep 4 Teaser & Some Sinful Spoils YGOrganization
 
25 Games Tested On The Steam Machine: A Good, But Pricey Device - Kotaku - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:05:42 GMT
  1. 25 Games Tested On The Steam Machine: A Good, But Pricey Device Kotaku
  2. Valve Steam Machine Review: This Would've Been Perfect Five Years Ago Engadget
  3. SteamOS finally let me make my own living room console, and the Steam Machine stopped making sense XDA
  4. Skip Valve’s Steam Machine: I Found 4 DIY Builds That Offer a Lot More for the Money PCMag
  5. The Steam Machine fits my TV, my desk, and my life The Verge
 
Pokémon TCG: Pitch Black Booster Bundle Preorders Are Back in Stock, and Under Market Price - IGN - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:09 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG: Pitch Black Booster Bundle Preorders Are Back in Stock, and Under Market Price IGN
  2. Sneak a Peek at Cards from the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Expansion Pokemon.com
  3. "Pitch Black" Set Guide: Full Set List, Product Lineup, Store Promos, and More! PokeBeach
  4. Pitch Black’s First Supporter SIR Card was Revealed in English Joseph Writer Anderson
  5. Pokémon Pitch Black Mega Evolution ETB Opening (Early Access) 9to5Toys
 
Meta’s Pursuit of the 'Careless People' Author Is Relentless and Self-Defeating - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Yes, Sarah Wynn-Williams violated her deal to stay silent. But the power disparity bolsters the view that Meta is a heartless bully.
 
IndyCar game release date pushed back to 2027 - RACER - Racing News - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. IndyCar game release date pushed back to 2027 RACER - Racing News
  2. iRacing and INDYCAR Announce Name, Logo and Launch Plan for Highly Anticipated Standalone INDYCAR Game iRacing
  3. IndyCar video game delayed again but iRacing releases some details IndyStar
  4. iRacing’s standalone IndyCar game now has a name and launch window Motorsport.com
  5. The First IndyCar Game in Over Two Decades Is Coming Early Next Year The Drive
 
Phia, a shopping app co-founded by Phoebe Gates that has raised $43.5M, appears to be using fake clicks or "cookie stuffing" to claim affiliate commissions (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:55:12 GMT

Bloomberg:
Phia, a shopping app co-founded by Phoebe Gates that has raised $43.5M, appears to be using fake clicks or “cookie stuffing” to claim affiliate commissions — Phia, an advertising startup co-founded by Phoebe Gates, daughter of billionaire Microsoft Corp. co-founder Bill Gates …

 
Ubisoft defends $85 day-one DLC after AC Black Flag Resynced gets review-bombed - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:44:00 GMT

Black Flag Resynced currently has a Mostly Positive rating on Steam, but the huge amount of launch-day DLC resulted in the game being review-bombed into a Mostly Negative rating, with many noting that buying all the day-one extra content cost more than the game itself.

Read Entire Article

 
Meta's New AI Tool Creates Deepfakes. Here's How to Protect Yourself on Instagram - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:30:48 GMT
All Instagram users, public or private, can change their settings now to opt out.
 
What was the first consumer device powered by a Li-ion battery? - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:23:00 GMT
Lithium-ion batteries changed tech forever, but the first consumer device to use one may surprise you.
 
Munich-based QuantumDiamonds, which uses quantum sensors to detect chip defects, raised €91M, including €76M under the European Chips Act (Cristian Dina/The Next Web) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:20:02 GMT

Cristian Dina / The Next Web:
Munich-based QuantumDiamonds, which uses quantum sensors to detect chip defects, raised €91M, including €76M under the European Chips Act — QuantumDiamonds, a spin-out of the Technical University of Munich, has raised €91M to scale a diamond-based tool that spots hidden defects inside advanced chips.

 
Engadget Podcast: Xbox resets with layoffs - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:15:00 GMT
This week on the Engadget Podcast, we dive into Microsoft's brutal Xbox layoffs with Mike Futter of the Virtual Economy Podcast.
 
Like the Claude app it imitates, the new ChatGPT "Super App", which merges Codex with ChatGPT, is a tangle of toggles and strange UI decisions (M.G. Siegler/Spyglass) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:01:17 GMT

M.G. Siegler / Spyglass:
Like the Claude app it imitates, the new ChatGPT “Super App”, which merges Codex with ChatGPT, is a tangle of toggles and strange UI decisions — Even if it's ultimately the right call, the new Mac app is a mess... I am so confused right now. I mean that literally.

 
US Weighs Removing Steering Wheel Requirement for Driverless Cars - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:01:00 GMT
The move would benefit companies such as Tesla, which are already moving in that direction.
 
This Week in Security: Escaping Linux VMs, Vulnerable Solar, Confusing AI (Again), and Confusing NPM Malware - Hack a Day Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:00:42 GMT
The Januscape vulnerability allows a user in a guest VM managed by the Linux Kernel Virtual Machine (KVM) to corrupt memory in the host system and break out of isolation. …read more
 
Volkswagen Group tells its board how to fix it, unions disagree - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:51:10 GMT
VW's plan calls for half as many models but didn't mention closures or job cuts.
 
An RIAA-led coalition representing labels and artists proposes two tags for AI content: one for entirely AI-generated songs and another for "AI-assisted" tracks (Katherine Sayre/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:40:02 GMT

Katherine Sayre / Wall Street Journal:
An RIAA-led coalition representing labels and artists proposes two tags for AI content: one for entirely AI-generated songs and another for “AI-assisted” tracks — An RIAA-led coalition of groups representing music labels and artists says fans want transparency

 
Volkswagen will dramatically shrink its model lineup and factory footprint - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:40:00 GMT
It follows reports of 100,000 jobs being under threat at the German automaker.
 
Data shows physical PlayStation games can be up to 90% cheaper than their digital versions - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:37:00 GMT

Dutch price tracker Tweakers recently compared the price histories of physical and digital versions of several PlayStation games. Unsurprisingly, retail copies are often dozens of euros cheaper, even without counting the used market.

Read Entire Article

 
Is Microsoft Teams really going to start tracking employee locations? - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Microsoft's new "Workspace Check-in" feature for Teams rolled out last month.
 
Xreal launches $299 A01 Plus AR glasses, weighing just 62 grams and featuring 1080p micro OLED panels with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 50-degree field of view (Cameron Faulkner/The Verge) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:25:01 GMT

Cameron Faulkner / The Verge:
Xreal launches $299 A01 Plus AR glasses, weighing just 62 grams and featuring 1080p micro OLED panels with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 50-degree field of view — The A01 Plus are flimsier and have fewer features than the 1S, but they might deliver exactly what you're looking for.

 
Worried about status bar clutter with Android Halo? Google may let you clean it up - Android Authority - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:16:00 GMT
  1. Worried about status bar clutter with Android Halo? Google may let you clean it up Android Authority
  2. Google previews Android Halo for AI agents on Android futurefive.com.au
  3. Android Halo puts AI agents in your status bar — no app-switching required Gagadget.com
  4. Google unveils Android Halo, the new home for AI agent living in your smartphone TweakTown
  5. Google Android Halo Brings AI Agent Tracking To Status Bar Ubergizmo
 
The UK designates Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Oracle as critical third-party financial sector suppliers, bringing them under direct regulatory oversight (Muvija M/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:10:01 GMT

Muvija M / Reuters:
The UK designates Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Oracle as critical third-party financial sector suppliers, bringing them under direct regulatory oversight — Britain has designated cloud service providers Microsoft (MSFT.O), Google (GOOGL.O), Amazon (AMZN.O) and Oracle (ORCL.N) …

 
China becomes the second country to recover a rocket booster - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:10:00 GMT
China made a breakthrough in its space program with the successful capture of a Long March 10B rocket booster.
 
The ChatGPT "Super App" Sort of Super Sucks - spyglass.org - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:08:45 GMT
  1. The ChatGPT "Super App" Sort of Super Sucks spyglass.org
  2. OpenAI is shutting down Atlas, but its AI browser ambitions are still growing TechCrunch
  3. ChatGPT is coming for one of Google’s smartest Chrome features Digital Trends
  4. OpenAI to Retire ChatGPT Atlas Browser Less Than a Year After Launch PCMag
  5. OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas Browser Is Shutting Down MacRumors
 
This New Browser Extension Blocks All Those Junky, Fake Brands on Amazon - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:01:08 GMT
Knockoff works by filtering out brands you probably don't want to buy from anyway.
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumor Roundup: Wider and Ultra Phones May Be Coming - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:01:07 GMT
Samsung's book-style folding phone lineup may be expanding to include both a widescreen variant along with an Ultra model.
 
Xreal's New $299 Display Glasses Might Be My Budget Favorites, but I Miss the Extras - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:47 GMT
The X by Xreal A01 Plus edge out the TCL RayNeo Air 4 Pro in my early tests, and are lighter, too.
 
Xreal's $299 lightweight a01+ AR glasses are now available to buy - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The latest glasses from Xreal are designed to appeal to gamers and movie-watchers who want a big screen wherever they are.
 
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 review: HP's best ultraportable in years - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
While fully loaded models are quite pricey, the HP OmniBook Ultra is hard to beat for those in the market for a premium Windows ultraportable.
 
Xreal’s new AR glasses are way cheaper and almost just right - The Verge - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Xreal’s new AR glasses are way cheaper and almost just right The Verge
  2. Xreal's New $299 Display Glasses Might Be My Budget Favorites, but I Miss the Extras CNET
  3. Xreal's $299 Lightweight a01+ AR Glasses Are Now Available To Buy Engadget
  4. X by Xreal a01+ Review: AR Glasses That Are Light on Your Face (and Wallet) Gizmodo
  5. X by Xreal is the first affordable pair of smart glasses that don't feel like a compromise Android Central
 
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Review: HP's Best Ultraportable In Years - Engadget - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Review: HP's Best Ultraportable In Years Engadget
  2. I tried the best-looking laptop of 2026, and its battery life was the real surprise ZDNET
  3. HP OmniBook X Flip 14 comes in AMD and Intel flavors, but our pick is obvious Notebookcheck
  4. HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Specs, Price, and Benchmarks Memeburn
  5. I don't care about looks, just function, and this laptop delivers on the latter Windows Central
 
FCC approves giant mirror satellite designed to beam sunlight to Earth after dark - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:48:00 GMT

Back in July 2025, Reflect Orbital submitted an application to launch Eärendil-1, a demonstration satellite designed to test whether sunlight can be redirected from orbit onto specific locations on Earth. The FCC has now granted the satellite permission to operate its radio equipment.

Read Entire Article

 
Pokémon GO Fest Global 2026: Saturday Raids - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:41:19 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO Fest Global 2026: Saturday Raids Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Get Ready for Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global Pokemon.com
  3. A Bay Area guide to get the most from Pokemon Go Fest 2026: Global The Mercury News
  4. Pokémon Go 'Road to Legends' event guide, raid schedule Polygon.com
  5. Global Pokémon GO Fest this weekend at Texarkana's Spring Lake Park Texarkana Gazette
 
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to debut an agentic AI avatar of himself within days, which is meant to help the public navigate government services (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:25:02 GMT

Saritha Rai / Bloomberg:
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to debut an agentic AI avatar of himself within days, which is meant to help the public navigate government services — Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is about to do something very few heads of government have done: send an artificial intelligence version …

 
Circle says it received US regulator approval to start a national digital-currency trust bank, allowing it to offer institutional custody services (Vildana Hajric/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:15:38 GMT

Vildana Hajric / Bloomberg:
Circle says it received US regulator approval to start a national digital-currency trust bank, allowing it to offer institutional custody services — Circle Internet Group Inc. received approval to start a national digital-currency trust bank to support its stablecoin business …

 
The EU just revived a law that lets Meta and Google scan your messages – critics call it mass surveillance - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Europe's Parliament voted on Thursday to reinstate legislation that allows companies such as Google, Meta, and other digital communication providers to voluntarily scan messages, emails, photos, and other files for illegal content. Supporters and opponents have long argued over whether to make the practice mandatory.

Read Entire Article

 
New Google Tags Will Tell You When an Ad Was Made or Altered Using AI - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:01:03 GMT
Google has unveiled AI transparency tags for ads.
 
New Pinarello Dogma X is the "ultimate" endurance bike with an outstanding price tag - BikeRadar - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. New Pinarello Dogma X is the "ultimate" endurance bike with an outstanding price tag BikeRadar
  2. Pinarello's updated Dogma X is unapologetically an endurance road bike Escape Collective
  3. Italian Endurance: Pinarello Dogma X Gets Lighter & Amplifies Every Emotion Bikerumor
  4. The new Pinarello Dogma X is the lightest endurance bike on the market Cycling Weekly
  5. New 2026 Pinarello Dogma X First Ride Review – The Real-World Racer GRAN FONDO Cycling Magazine
 
Doom’s new expansion shows just what makes id Software special - The Verge - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Doom’s new expansion shows just what makes id Software special The Verge
  2. DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations GeForce Game Ready Driver Released NVIDIA
  3. DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations Update 4 Release Notes Slayers Club
  4. Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations Review So Far IGN
  5. A New Weapon Makes DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations Even More Compelling DLCompare.com
 
How to Share Your Location on an iPhone or Android Phone (2026) - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Whether it’s through Google Maps or Emergency SOS, there are plenty of ways to quickly let your loved ones know where you are.
 
EU says Facebook and Instagram's 'addictive' design is illegal - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:53:04 GMT
The European Commission says Facebook's and Instagram's addictive designs violate the Digital Services Act.
 
Which MacBook to Buy (2026): My Honest Advice on Which to Buy - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:31:00 GMT
MacBooks are now more expensive than ever, and having tested all the latest models, here’s my honest advice on which to buy.
 
Wally Funk, last of Mercury 13 and oldest woman in space, dies at 87 - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:30:29 GMT
"I have been waiting a long time to finally get up there..."
 
A US court sentences a former ransomware negotiator to 70 months in prison for colluding with BlackCat to extort $75.3M from five of his employer's clients (Matt Kapko/CyberScoop) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:38 GMT

Matt Kapko / CyberScoop:
A US court sentences a former ransomware negotiator to 70 months in prison for colluding with BlackCat to extort $75.3M from five of his employer's clients — Angelo Martino exploited his insider position and fed confidential information to ransomware co-conspirators to extort a combined $75.3 million from five U.S.-based victims.

 
Redditor finds "16TB SSD" for $30 that was actually a microSD card with weights glued on - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

User u/Hartkralle wrote in the r/pcmasterrace subreddit that when he comes across these scam listings and buys the items on offer, he gets his money back from eBay after reporting them and the platform closes the account.

Read Entire Article

 
Is an air-conditioning revolution coming to Europe? - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:10:08 GMT
The AC culture wars may be solved by advances in environmentally friendly technology.
 
Rocket Report: "Panic" over Transporter availability; Isar to launch from Canada - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:43 GMT
"We are delighted to actively help shape the ramp-up of the Ariane 6."
 
Like a cheat code for your car: We investigate ECU tuning - ArsTechnica Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:32 GMT
Now it's an arms race between OEMs locking down chips and tuners trying to crack them.
 
Browser-Based Image Inpainting Runs Locally, If One Doesn’t Mind A Big Download - Hack a Day Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:12 GMT
[Simon Willison] ported the Moebuis 0.2B image inpainting model to run locally in a web browser.  The web tool simply requires a user to provide an image, mark a section …read more
 
The New Call of Duty Black Ops Port Charges $40/£35 for a Basic 1080p Upgrade - Digital Foundry - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:51:00 GMT
  1. The New Call of Duty Black Ops Port Charges $40/£35 for a Basic 1080p Upgrade Digital Foundry
  2. Digital Foundry Shares Its Initial Analysis Of Black Ops 1 For PS5 Vs. Xbox Pure Xbox
  3. Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Ports Out Now on PS5, But They Come at a High Price That Fans Were Bracing For IGN
  4. Black Ops 1 & 2 Nintendo Switch Ports "Not Planned" Insider Gaming
  5. Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 & 2 Ports Launch Alongside All DLC Packs From Original Games VICE
 
In preliminary findings, the EU Commission said Facebook's and Instagram's "addictive design" violates the DSA, telling Meta to make changes or risk hefty fines (Adam Satariano/New York Times) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:50:01 GMT

Adam Satariano / New York Times:
In preliminary findings, the EU Commission said Facebook's and Instagram's “addictive design” violates the DSA, telling Meta to make changes or risk hefty fines — European Union authorities said the company's use of “addictive design” violated a digital safety law.

 
Microsoft's AI drive saw its carbon emissions grow by 25 percent in 2025 - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:44:27 GMT
Microsoft pledged to be carbon negative by 2030, but its AI push has wrecked its goal.
 
The Best Pool Accessories to Upgrade Your Summer (2026) - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
These are the cleaning robots, water monitors, and toys actually worth buying for pool season.
 
A New Experiential Gallery Just Might Change Your Mind About AI Art - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Billed as the “world’s first museum of AI arts,” Dataland uses wearables and troves of material from the Amazon to merge nature, biometrics, and art.
 
PS Plus Members Have Early Access to Select PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Summer Sale - Push Square - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
PS Plus Members Have Early Access to Select PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Summer Sale Push SquareSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
6 hidden Samsung dial codes that unlock secret features on your Galaxy phone - Android Authority - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
6 hidden Samsung dial codes that unlock secret features on your Galaxy phone Android Authority
 
Polymarket is seeking CFTC and NFA approval to offer margin trading in the US, which would let users bet on events with less capital upfront and attract traders (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:20:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Polymarket is seeking CFTC and NFA approval to offer margin trading in the US, which would let users bet on events with less capital upfront and attract traders — Polymarket is seeking regulatory approval to offer margin trading in the US, a move that would let users bet on events …

 
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: 50 GPU Benchmark - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:16:00 GMT
How demanding is Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced? We benchmarked 50 graphics cards across multiple settings, resolutions, ray tracing modes, and upscaling presets.
 
Taiwan's leading DRAM maker Nanya Technology expects its capex to exceed ~$6.2B in 2027, up ~4x YoY, and reports unaudited Q2 revenue of ~$2.6B, up 684% YoY (Wen-Yee Lee/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:10:01 GMT

Wen-Yee Lee / Reuters:
Taiwan's leading DRAM maker Nanya Technology expects its capex to exceed ~$6.2B in 2027, up ~4x YoY, and reports unaudited Q2 revenue of ~$2.6B, up 684% YoY — Taiwanese memory chipmaker Nanya Technology (2408.TW) said on Friday it plans capital spending of more than T$200 billion …

 
Palworld's 1.0 launch adds 18 new Xbox achievements to hunt down on Game Pass - TrueAchievements - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:08:05 GMT
  1. Palworld's 1.0 launch adds 18 new Xbox achievements to hunt down on Game Pass TrueAchievements
  2. Palworld 1.0: Release Date, New Features, Gameplay, Trailer, and More Green Man Gaming
  3. ‘Palworld 1.0’ Is Putting Up Enormous Steam Player Numbers At Launch Forbes
  4. Palworld 1.0 Interactive Map: All Alpha Pals, Effigies, and More IGN
  5. Palworld 1.0 patch notes: Everything new in the official launch The Big Lead
 
Memo: MiniMax CEO Junjie Yan tells employees he will forgo his salary until MiniMax achieves AGI and promises to allocate personal shares to employee incentives (Juro Osawa/The Information) - Techmeme Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:01:08 GMT

Juro Osawa / The Information:
Memo: MiniMax CEO Junjie Yan tells employees he will forgo his salary until MiniMax achieves AGI and promises to allocate personal shares to employee incentives — Junjie Yan, founder and CEO of Chinese AI developer MiniMax told employees in an internal memo that he will forgo his salary until …

 
'Moana' Review: A Fun, Yet Unnecessary, Disney Live-Action Remake - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:01:02 GMT
Moana is a fun family flick with solid performances by Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, who is simply magical as demigod Maui.
 
You Should Download iOS 26.5.2 Now for a Plethora of Security Fixes - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:46 GMT
Anthropic's Claude AI model helped find one vulnerability that this update patches.
 
I've used Pixel phones for years. Why the upcoming Pixel 11 has me seriously worried - Android Authority - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. I've used Pixel phones for years. Why the upcoming Pixel 11 has me seriously worried Android Authority
  2. Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold Gets Major Approval Droid Life
  3. Pixel 11 vs iPhone 18: The Best Phone to Wait For in 2026? Memeburn
 
Sunshine and Saharan Dust Make Miami’s World Cup Quarter-Final a Dangerous Game for England Norway - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:33:45 GMT
England and Norway players will face off under extreme and dangerous levels of heat stress, scientists say, thanks to a wet-bulb index of nearly 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
 
21 Entitled People Who Thought That The Entire World Revolved Around Them - BuzzFeed - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:31:05 GMT
21 Entitled People Who Thought That The Entire World Revolved Around Them BuzzFeed
 
I finally got the $499 Trump Phone. It's the worst Android phone I've used in 2026 - Android Authority - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. I finally got the $499 Trump Phone. It's the worst Android phone I've used in 2026 Android Authority
  2. I spent a week using the Trump phone — it sucks The Verge
  3. Trump Mobile Wants To Entice You To Buy The “Yellow Plastic” T1 Phone By Offering A Free Charging Brick Wccftech
  4. Trump Mobile's First Smartphone "T1" Tested: Harsh Reality Revealed — Half the Performance of Pixel 10a, Less Than One-Fifth the Brightness finance.biggo.com
  5. I finally got my Trump phone The Verge
 
"No thanks!" - Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake Resynced being review bombed on Steam for single-player microtransactions - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:26:46 GMT
  1. "No thanks!" - Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake Resynced being review bombed on Steam for single-player microtransactions Eurogamer.net
  2. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Returns Us to the Golden Age of Piracy XBOX Wire
  3. 'Additional Packs Are Entirely Optional': Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Microtransactions Backlash, as $60 Game Arrives With $85 of DLC IGN
  4. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Review - More Of Everything Is Permitted Game Informer
  5. Two summer games due to make a BIG splash The Alinea Insight newsletter
 
Whatever you do, don't buy a foldable phone right now - Android Authority - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. Whatever you do, don't buy a foldable phone right now Android Authority
  2. Shaping the Future: Celebrating Seven Years of Galaxy Foldable Innovation Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. 10 Of The Best Foldable Smartphones You Can Buy SlashGear
  4. 9 Features Exclusive To Foldable Phones bgr.com
  5. 5 foldable phones in 2026 that finally justify the price tag Sportskeeda Tech
 
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Version 1.1.0 adds an option to turn off support character voice - RPG Site - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:43:03 GMT
  1. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Version 1.1.0 adds an option to turn off support character voice RPG Site
  2. A New Update For The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Fixes The Game's Most Annoying Feature Game Informer
  3. The Adventures Of Elliot Gets An Update To Turn Off The Fairy Kotaku
  4. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales 1.1.0 update announced, patch notes - turn off character support voice and more Nintendo Everything
  5. The Adventures of Elliot The Millennium Tales Review – A Beautiful HD-2D Adventure with a Modern Twist Invision Game Community
 
NVIDIA decided now is the time to announce 'GeForce Trading Cards' - Engadget Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:23:28 GMT
NVIDIA launches trading cards that feature 'GeForce PC gaming's great moments.'
 
More phone brands are to disappear just like OnePlus, a popular tipster warns - PhoneArena - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:05:18 GMT
More phone brands are to disappear just like OnePlus, a popular tipster warns PhoneArena
 
A Super Cheap Desk Toy Becomes a Hackable Desktop Notifier - Hack a Day Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:03 GMT
The GeekMagic SmallTV is as its name suggests, a tiny, vaguely TV-styled, device with a screen, that’s sold as a desktop notifier. Depending on the firmware running on the device …read more
 
Persona 4 Revival 26 Minutes of Gameplay Footage - Persona Central - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:23:46 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival 26 Minutes of Gameplay Footage Persona Central
  2. Persona 4 Revival Producer Confirms Changes to Yosuke to Fit Today's Era Anime Corner
  3. Every bit of Persona 4 news that dropped at Anime Expo 2026 IMDb
  4. Atlus, you've done it again – new look at Persona 4 Revival's stylish menu UI confirms a complete transformation for the OG JRPG GamesRadar+
  5. Next Persona 4 Revival Character Trailer Stars Yosuke Hanamura Siliconera
 
Layoffs begin at Ubisoft Barcelona following Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced launch - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:16:34 GMT
  1. Layoffs begin at Ubisoft Barcelona following Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced launch GamesIndustry.biz
  2. AC: Black Flag Resynced Devs Celebrating Launch With Layoffs Kotaku
  3. Ubisoft Barcelona Celebrates Successful Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Launch With Layoffs Insider Gaming
  4. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake hits record player numbers on day 51 staff are laid off GAMINGbible
  5. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Beats Shadows at Launch, yet Ubisoft Rewards Barcelona Office With 51 Layoffs Wccftech
 
Robot Dogs, Teslas, and Rescue Helicopters: The UN AI Summit Was a Lot - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Amid live coding sessions and Silicon Valley optimism, the UN’s AI for Good summit wrestled with an urgent question: Can global governance catch up before the technology races beyond its control?
 
Three Different Digital Counters To Remind Us How Good We Have It - Hack a Day Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:17 GMT
Integrated electronic modules like counters and displays are convenient and space-saving, which may also make them easy to take for granted. [Nagy Krisztián] demonstrates this by making three very different …read more
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 50% Off in July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 55% Off July - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies this month.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more July 2026 discounts.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│July 2026 - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 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.
 
Fi Releases the First Pet Collar to Use Starlink to Track Pets Anywhere They Go - CNET Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:26:05 GMT
Fi's Ultra collar is ultra pricey, but comes with Starlink satellite technology for off-grid tracking in remote areas.
 
Mechanosynthesis of Atomic Carbon Structures Using Inverted-Mode STM - Hack a Day Fri, 10 Jul 2026 02:00:37 GMT
Generally chemical synthesis involves putting a variety of compounds together in an environment where they will react and self-assemble into the desired product. You could also imagine simply putting the …read more
 
Microsoft warns customers AI will mean busier Patch Tuesdays - The Register - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:56:29 GMT
  1. Microsoft warns customers AI will mean busier Patch Tuesdays The Register
  2. Evolving Windows vulnerability management to meet the speed of AI-powered discovery Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft’s patch Tuesdays are about to get bigger The Verge
  4. Microsoft goes all in on new AI-powered Windows security strategy - what it means for you ZDNET
  5. Protecting Microsoft at AI speed: How SFI proactively hardens our cloud Microsoft
 
More Than a Thousand ‘Pokémon Go’ Players Descend on Times Square to Defeat Mewtwo - Wired Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:08:50 GMT
A surprise 10th-anniversary event saw Niantic fulfilling a promise teased in the original 2016 launch trailer for its popular mobile game.
 
More Than a Thousand ‘Pokémon Go’ Players Descend on Times Square to Defeat Mewtwo - WIRED - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:08:00 GMT
  1. More Than a Thousand ‘Pokémon Go’ Players Descend on Times Square to Defeat Mewtwo WIRED
  2. Pokémon Go's big 10th anniversary Times Square stunt was stellar, but fans are still furious Polygon.com
  3. Pokémon Go 10 Year Anniversary Celebration Event — Updating Live With All the Announcements as They Happen IGN
  4. 10 years later, ‘Pokémon Go’ is as popular as ever Fast Company
  5. Mewtwo takes over Times Square as Pokémon recreates original Pokémon Go trailer Video Games Chronicle
 
iRacing set to increase subscription costs - Traxion.GG - Google Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:23:54 GMT
iRacing set to increase subscription costs Traxion.GG
 
Space Marine 2 sold million of copies, and now Saber Interactive has to turn down projects - TechSpot Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:01:00 GMT

Since Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 sold millions of copies, Saber Interactive has become one of the most in-demand studios for building new games around established IPs – so in demand, according to Willits, that the company has had to turn down several high-profile productions. It's a good problem to...

Read Entire Article

 
Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:59:00 GMT
  1. Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS 9to5Google
  2. Google Will Now Count All Android Backup Data Toward Your Storage Cap Engadget
  3. Users may hit Google's 15GB storage cap faster as backup rules change Udayavani
  4. Android can now back up more of your phone, but Google is also letting you say no Digital Trends
  5. Android users to get a free backup upgrade Tech Advisor
 
FCC Approves Reflect Orbital's Space Mirror Satellite That Astronomers Hate - PCMag - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:16:11 GMT
FCC Approves Reflect Orbital's Space Mirror Satellite That Astronomers Hate PCMagSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
OpenAI’s CEO of AGI Deployment, Fidji Simo, Is Stepping Down - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:13:18 GMT
The move comes after Simo took significant medical leave. She will stay on as a part-time adviser.
 
Radio-Gaga is a Toddler Friendly Remote In a Radio - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:00:44 GMT
Humans of all ages like music, but you can’t exactly pass a toddler the aux cable. That’s not to say the younger set don’t have their own particular tastes– they …read more
 
Publishers Accuse OpenAI of Withholding Evidence in Copyright Lawsuits - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:58:42 GMT
In a new motion, the New York Times, Ziff Davis and 15 other media organizations say OpenAI "chose obstruction" on details about how it trains its AI models.
 
Days after announcing mass layoffs, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma tapped to advise the Federal Reserve on jobs - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:54:22 GMT
That's a choice.
 
Flores Hobbits' eating habits offer clues about their evolutionary past - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:29:10 GMT
If Homo floresiensis wasn't a fire-using hunter, its origins could be different than we thought.
 
Age rating questionnaire now includes social media questions - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:00:01 GMT
As announced in June, new Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media.
 
Playdate is helping Big Ben ring on time - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:56:50 GMT
Crank it up!
 
Michigan's explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite jumps to over 1,200 cases - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:56:44 GMT
In neighboring Ohio, cases have reportedly reached over 500.
 
Maine’s Senate Race Implodes, Meta’s Threads Rivals Musk’s X, and the Trump Phone Arrives - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:47:57 GMT
Today on Uncanny Valley, we unpack the political debacle unfolding in Maine surrounding the campaign of Democratic candidate Graham Platner.
 
Come to Our WIRED@NIGHT02 Film Screening! - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:43:26 GMT
See the documentary The Oldest Person in the World before it’s in theaters.
 
OpenAI's Powerful New ChatGPT-5.6 Is Ready for You - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:27:20 GMT
A new ChatGPT Work program can let the AI take charge of your files.
 
OpenAI wants its new tool to do your work for you and with you - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:25:55 GMT
Rebranded Codex promises independent workflows that can run "for hours if needed."
 
Google Health Finally Recognizes the Value of Naps - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:24:23 GMT
A 20-minute nap will count toward your daily sleep total. But is a quick power nap worth it?
 
Retroid Pocket 5 and Flip 2 are getting a spec bump, but will cost $10 more after July 14 - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:21:53 GMT
Even older emulation-focused handhelds can't escape RAMaggedon.
 
A Japanese Hi-Fi Specialist Just Gave Audiophiles a New Reason to Get Excited - Gear Patrol - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:16:20 GMT
  1. A Japanese Hi-Fi Specialist Just Gave Audiophiles a New Reason to Get Excited Gear Patrol
  2. Final’s Flagship Diamond DX10000 CL Headphones Will Set You Back $8000 Forbes
  3. Final DX10000CL Review: A Flagship Closed-Back Headphone With Big Ambition Major HiFi
  4. Final’s new luxury headphones aim to deliver the “impact and energy” of closed back listening, while overcoming issues that “limit the format” What Hi-Fi?
  5. "Diamond is grown as a crystalline layer before the substrate is removed, leaving a self-supporting diamond dome": Fancy dropping $8,500 on some new cans? MusicRadar
 
Guy who took photo of Jupiter with a Game Boy Camera and giant telescope publishes DIY tutorial - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:04:48 GMT
The latest adventure for the kooky camera looks skyward.
 
Meta Introduces a Big New AI Model for the Agentic Age - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:58:06 GMT
A public preview of Muse Spark 1.1 is now available to developers.
 
Patch for Windows Defender 0-day could allow attackers to fill hard disk - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:52:55 GMT
The feud between NightmareEclipse and Microsoft shows no signs of resolving soon.
 
OpenAI releases a new ChatGPT tool for all things work related - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:50:04 GMT
OpenAI's long-awaited super app is here.
 
This Star Just Ate a Planet, and It’s Not Done Yet - The New York Times - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:36:03 GMT
This Star Just Ate a Planet, and It’s Not Done Yet The New York Times
 
Allstate accuses Broadcom of auditing it because it quit VMware, CA - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:28:55 GMT
Broadcom accuses Allstate of dodging VMware audits.
 
Humanoid robots controlled by surgeons did world-first operation on live pigs - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:12:03 GMT
Preclinical trial is testing the feasibility of humanoid robots in surgery.
 
AI-generated ads on Google will hopefully get disclosures soon - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:06:17 GMT
If Google's AI tools are used, it will automatically be noted in My Ad Center.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 10, #1847 - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:01:07 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 10, No. 1,847.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 10, #1125 - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:01:06 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 10, No. 1,125.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 10 #859 - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:00:46 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 10, No. 859.
 
Overpowered RC car + Gimbal Cam = The Greatest Chase Vehicle We’ve Ever Seen - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:00:09 GMT
Modern cinema relies very heavily on quadrotor drones, because they make for very smooth, very easy to position platforms. From slow pans to chase shots, drones are great– if your …read more
 
Aviation pioneer and space-travel record breaker Wally Funk dies at 87 - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:53:48 GMT
Funk became the oldest person to fly in space in 2021.
 
Sony launches $120 in-ear monitors for pros - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:17:10 GMT
The IER-M500 earphones were designed for fit and comfort during stage wear.
 
Judge doesn't like Elon Musk settlement with SEC, but says court can't block it - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:10:33 GMT
Judge reluctantly approves $1.5M settlement with SEC over Twitter stock violation.
 
OpenAI Just Can’t Beat This TikToker - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:32 GMT
  1. OpenAI Just Can’t Beat This TikToker Gizmodo
  2. Grandmas test out the revamped ChatGPT Voice in OpenAI’s new ads Ad Age
  3. OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models that listen and speak simultaneously Reuters
  4. OpenAI bets voice will become AI's primary interface with new models Axios
  5. OpenAI's GPT-Live can keep a real conversation Mashable
 
iPhone 18 Pro could bring three controversial design changes - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro could bring three controversial design changes 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Max might come with a massive battery Mashable
  3. iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max Release Date: A New September Timeline Emerges Forbes
  4. A20 Pro Won’t Break Apple’s Long-Held Tradition; No LPDDR6 RAM Support, But Faster Six-Channel Memory With Increased Bandwidth For AI Workloads Wccftech
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Max Said to Be Thicker and Heavier Than Predecessor MacRumors
 
OpenAI may have made a fatal misstep in copyright fight with news orgs - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:57:53 GMT
OpenAI may be sanctioned for hiding, deleting ChatGPT logs in NYT copyright fight.
 
Cash App reaches $45 million settlement over alleged failure to protect users from fraud - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:57:00 GMT

According to the indictment, Block exposed its users to fraud by misleading them about Cash App's security. The company promised advanced fraud detection mechanisms but allegedly allowed scammers to operate freely. Investigators further alleged that the app did not provide a phone number for customer support, leading many users to...

Read Entire Article

 
The PocketMage is an E Ink digital assistant that's absolutely obsessed with wizards - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:47:43 GMT
It has a proprietary OS, a QWERTY keyboard and dual(ish) screens.
 
iPhone Ultra Rumors: The Most Credible Leaks, Price And Expected Release Date - Engadget - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Ultra Rumors: The Most Credible Leaks, Price And Expected Release Date Engadget
  2. Apple's iPhone Ultra will be double the price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, report claims Mashable
  3. Apple to launch 5 new iPhone models to gain market share amid memory crunch Nikkei Asia
  4. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Timeline: Mass Production Reportedly Underway TechRepublic
  5. iPhone Ultra Reportedly in Mass Production, No Delay Envisaged MacRumors
 
Anthropic Wants You to Pay Up for Claude Fable 5 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Claude subscribers must soon pay usage-based fees to access Anthropic’s best consumer AI model—a sign that the golden era of AI subscriptions is ending.
 
Don't Waste Time Looking for Deals. We'll Send the Best Ones to You - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:21:00 GMT
Our shopping experts track the the best offers and text them directly to your phone before they're gone.
 
Nvidia launches free GeForce trading card collection featuring 14 designs from NV1 to RTX 2080 Ti - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:10:00 GMT

While people are expecting brand-new GPUs carrying the "Super" moniker, Nvidia is giving away free trading cards instead. One of the largest corporations at the forefront of the AI revolution is celebrating the GeForce brand's long history, despite many analysts predicting a future where there may no longer be new...

Read Entire Article

 
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.
 
MIT-led project opens first climate shelter in Bangladesh - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The Jameel Observatory-CREWSnet project opens a solar-powered “adaptation fortress” in Satkhira, a region facing severe and growing climate threats.
 
Beyond the pitch: The founder’s journey - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:35:00 GMT
An MIT mechanical engineering course explores entrepreneurship through lessons and stories shared by alumni startup founders.
 
Minecraft joins Doom in the "can it run?" hall of fame with Game Boy Color port - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:28:00 GMT

The feat was achieved by Game of Tobi (via Retro Dodo), who's a bit of an expert at getting games running on devices they were never designed for, though this is the first Game Boy project he has shown.

Read Entire Article

 
Resident Evil’s Albert Wesker Voice Actor Dropped From Convention After Abuse Allegations [Update] - Kotaku - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:15:02 GMT
Resident Evil’s Albert Wesker Voice Actor Dropped From Convention After Abuse Allegations [Update] Kotaku
 
Best Desks of 2026: I’ve Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:13:00 GMT
CNET experts tested desks for hours and these are the best desks we've found.
 
Best Budget Earbuds for 2026: Cheap Wireless Picks - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:01:00 GMT
I've tested dozens of inexpensive earbuds to find the best values. These are my current top bargain picks, almost all of which cost less than $100, and some less than $50.
 
DLSS Swapper creator issues malware warning over user-submitted DLLs - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:46:00 GMT

DLSS Swapper author Brad Moore revealed that some people are attempting to compromise the program by uploading potentially malicious DLL files. These unnamed actors are exploiting DLSS Swapper's design, which uses Manifest Builder repositories to provide access to a broader range of upscaling releases.

Read Entire Article

 
Report: Obsidian Cancels Avowed Sequel To Begin Work On A New Fallout Game - Game Informer - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:42:05 GMT
  1. Report: Obsidian Cancels Avowed Sequel To Begin Work On A New Fallout Game Game Informer
  2. Microsoft’s Xbox to Shift Obsidian Studio to New ‘Fallout’ Video Game Bloomberg
  3. A new Fallout game is finally coming – and it's from the creators of a big fan-favourite empireonline.com
  4. Xbox Layoffs Decimate Id Software and Obsidian TechPowerUp
  5. Xbox just killed its shot at making the next Baldur's Gate 3 Polygon.com
 
The Science Of Storytelling—10 Tips For Turning Complexity Into Compelling Narratives - Forbes - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:31:54 GMT
The Science Of Storytelling—10 Tips For Turning Complexity Into Compelling Narratives Forbes
 
New York becomes the first state to ban smart glasses in courtrooms - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:12:00 GMT

According to a memo from the Office of Court Administration that was seen by Syracuse.com, the ban applies to all types of glasses and headsets with recording technology – even those with prescription lenses. Furthermore, it applies to everyone coming into the building including court staff and attorneys.

Read Entire Article

 
NVIDIA announces 14 new GeForce cards, but none of them have a GPU - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:10:30 GMT
  1. NVIDIA announces 14 new GeForce cards, but none of them have a GPU VideoCardz.com
  2. GeForce Trading Cards: Series 1 Celebrates The Generations Of GeForce NVIDIA
  3. NVIDIA Decided Now Is The Time To Announce 'GeForce Trading Cards' Engadget
  4. No One Can Afford to Buy Hardware, So Nvidia Made Trading Cards to Reminisce About the Good Times Gizmodo
  5. Nvidia shows off GeForce Trading Cards Series 1 — collectible cards show off games, GPUs, and tech demos, and will be available for free at upcoming events Tom's Hardware
 
A baseball-sized sensor can detect chemical threats - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:10:00 GMT
The “TOSSIT” device, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, can warn service members and first responders of dangerous vapors and aerosols.
 
‘Sony essentially destroys its own defense’: How its disc-free PS5 plan triggered a $457M lawsuit and undercut its antitrust defense - Fortune - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:07:00 GMT
  1. ‘Sony essentially destroys its own defense’: How its disc-free PS5 plan triggered a $457M lawsuit and undercut its antitrust defense Fortune
  2. For gamers, the fight to ‘save the disc’ is about more than nostalgia NBC News
  3. Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles PlayStation.Blog
  4. Sony Is Killing an Iconic Product. It’s a Bleak Sign of Things to Come. Slate Magazine
  5. 'They Now Wait for This Storm to Pass' — PS5 Owners Are Cancelling PlayStation Plus Subscriptions to Protest Sony Killing Discs, but Analysts Say It Won't Make Any Difference IGN
 
These stunning luxury audiophile headphones just hit a new lowest price, and I’m stunned by the £220 discount - What Hi-Fi? - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:05:17 GMT
These stunning luxury audiophile headphones just hit a new lowest price, and I’m stunned by the £220 discount What Hi-Fi?
 
The 1X Neo Robot Has Freaky Fast Fingers - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:01:22 GMT
The soft, oddly intimate home-chore robot has been given some very tactile hands.
 
Witches, Swords, and Vampires: The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Skill Trees Explained - IGN - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Witches, Swords, and Vampires: The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Skill Trees Explained IGN
  2. The Blood of Dawnwalker: unique time-driven quest system and player choice detailed PlayStation.Blog
  3. The Blood of Dawnwalker: Dead and Loving It XBOX Wire
  4. Hands-On With The Blood Of Dawnwalker , Which Might Be The First ‘ Witcher -Like,’ And Has One Killer Twist Kotaku
  5. Upcoming PS5 RPG Will Please The Witcher Fans, Potential GOTY Yahoo
 
iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs could jump by nearly $300, per report - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:58:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs could jump by nearly $300, per report 9to5Mac
  2. Infographic: iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 18 Pro Max (E) BoM Cost Comparison Counterpoint Research
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Max could cost Apple $300 more to make AppleInsider
  4. iPhone 18 Pro Max Component Costs Could Rise Nearly $300 MacRumors
  5. NAND Becomes The Biggest Cost Component For Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max (1TB) At Over $250 Per Unit Wccftech
 
Tiny robot boats build floating structures - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:50:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed FloatForm, a swarm of small aquatic robots that snap together like ants forming a raft, assembling into reconfigurable structures on the water.
 
Best Wireless Bluetooth Boom Boxes for 2026 - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:47:00 GMT
I've tested dozens of wireless portable party speakers. Here are my current top picks that can play loud and power your next fiesta, whether it's by the pool, at the beach or in the parking lot pre-game.
 
The Scottish Open 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch All the Golf Action From Anywhere - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:46:00 GMT
A host of big-name PGA Tour stars head across the Atlantic to battle it out at the Renaissance Club.
 
Lenovo Has Officially Ditched Its Piracy-Packed Game Boy-Like Device - Kotaku - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:37:19 GMT
  1. Lenovo Has Officially Ditched Its Piracy-Packed Game Boy-Like Device Kotaku
  2. Lenovo Pooped Their Pants & Finally Terminated The Controversial G02 Handheld Retro Dodo
  3. Lenovo may have finally killed its shady $60 gaming handheld Android Authority
  4. Lenovo Kills Controversial Emulation Handheld That Came Pre-Loaded With Nintendo And Sega ROMs Time Extension
  5. Lenovo Kills Its ‘Game Boy’ That Was Preloaded With Illegal Games Gizmodo
 
Surprised doctors find 10-inch worm in man's groin during elective surgery - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:33:41 GMT
Oddly, it wasn't the first time this had happened to the man.
 
Free Play Days returns with three free Xbox games to play this weekend - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:27:33 GMT
  1. Free Play Days returns with three free Xbox games to play this weekend TrueAchievements
  2. Free Play Days – Call of Duty Black Ops 7, Diablo IV, Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, and More XBOX Wire
  3. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (July 9-12) Pure Xbox
  4. Game Pass Gets A Few Freebies For This Weekend Only, Including One Where You're A Teddy Bear Fighting Nightmares Come To Life GameSpot
  5. Xbox Game Pass makes superb survival game free for limited time to dominate your weekend GAMINGbible
 
Interpol arrests 5,811 people, seizes $293 million in global scammer crackdown - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:23:00 GMT

The numbers behind the sweep say as much about the scale of the problem as the results do.

Read Entire Article

 
Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode and everyone feels sad - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:04:43 GMT
  1. Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode and everyone feels sad Eurogamer.net
  2. The Patch Notes For Destiny 2’s Final Hotfix Ever Forbes
  3. Destiny 2 now in maintenance mode as Bungie offers final Gloriabundus emblem Stevivor
  4. What happens when an online game dies? Financial Times
  5. Destiny 2 players get free farewell emblems from Bungie games.gg
 
Dad tosses child’s Nintendo Switch from moving car, shocking the internet: ‘It felt pretty great’ - New York Post - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:03:00 GMT
  1. Dad tosses child’s Nintendo Switch from moving car, shocking the internet: ‘It felt pretty great’ New York Post
  2. Dad Goes Viral For Throwing Misbehaving Son's Nintendo Switch Out of Moving Car Wide Open Country
  3. Dad Praised for Tossing Kid's Nintendo Switch From a Moving Car: 'So We're Not Gentle Parenting Anymore' SheKnows
 
The Most Likely Return To ‘Destiny’ Is A ‘Destiny 1’ Remake - Forbes - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:56:38 GMT
The Most Likely Return To ‘Destiny’ Is A ‘Destiny 1’ Remake Forbes
 
Anthropic’s new Claude feature is quietly selling you on AI - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:53:09 GMT
  1. Anthropic’s new Claude feature is quietly selling you on AI TechCrunch
  2. A new way to reflect on how you use Claude Anthropic
  3. Anthropic's Reflection: AI gets its screen-time moment Axios
  4. Say hello to Claude Wrapped The Verge
  5. 'Reflect' with Claude gives users insight into chatbot habits Mashable
 
The Best Deals Worth Shopping This Week, According to CNET's Experts - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:48:00 GMT
Skip the endless scrolling. We've rounded up standout discounts that are actually worth your money.
 
Conspiracies and regrets abound in Dune: Part Three trailer - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:45:44 GMT
"You promised me that you would never take power in your name."
 
Before iOS 27, Don't Forget to Check Out These iOS 26.4 Features - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:34:05 GMT
New emoji and video podcasts are just a couple features the update brought to your device in March.
 
Ruf debuts new flat-eight engine at Goodwood - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:32:48 GMT
The 4.8 L eight-cylinder generates more than 1,000 hp and 1,000 Nm, Ruf says.
 
Ruf debuts new flat-eight engine at Goodwood - Ars Technica - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:32:48 GMT
  1. Ruf debuts new flat-eight engine at Goodwood Ars Technica
  2. RUF Debuts a Twin-Turbo Flat-8 With 1,000 HP (!) MotorTrend
  3. The Brand Everyone Confuses For Porsche Just Dropped A 1,000-HP Flat-8 Engine Supercar Prototype CarBuzz
  4. RUF’s Goodwood Festival of Speed Surprise: A Home-Grown Boxer-8 Engine Making 1000-Plus-HP Road & Track
  5. The Mad Scientists at Ruf Have Developed a New Flat-Eight Engine that Produces over 1000 Horsepower Car and Driver
 
After losing about $1 billion in Reaper drones over Iran, the US wants a disposable alternative - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:27:00 GMT

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), the Pentagon organization that pulls commercial tech into the military, has opened submissions for a project called Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA).

Read Entire Article

 
GTA Online The Kortz Center Heist Releases Next Week, New Details Revealed - RockstarINTEL - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:16:22 GMT
  1. GTA Online The Kortz Center Heist Releases Next Week, New Details Revealed RockstarINTEL
  2. The Kortz Center Heist, Coming to GTA Online July 14 Rockstar Games
  3. GTA Online previews July 14’s Kortz Center Heist, its first major heist content in years Massively Overpowered
  4. Prepare for GTA 6 by Robbing an Art Gallery in GTA Online on PS5 Next Week Push Square
  5. Last Chance to Get Platinum in inFamous 2 - Sony Discontinues Online Features for the Game ixbt.games
 
Today's Best Storage Deal? This 4TB SanDisk SSD at $420 for the Next Few Hours - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:11:00 GMT
The SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD, a CNET top pick, is 53% off for the next few hours only.
 
Sony's RX10 V Superzoom Finally Arrives With A New Design And 4K 120p Video - Engadget - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:05:16 GMT
  1. Sony's RX10 V Superzoom Finally Arrives With A New Design And 4K 120p Video Engadget
  2. The Sony RX10 V Has Finally Been Revealed With 4K60 Video and Blackout-Free Shooting No Film School
  3. Sony RX10 V First Look: One Camera, Every Shot Fstoppers
  4. Sony RX10 V Review: Sometimes the Best Still Isn’t Good Enough PetaPixel
  5. Just Don’t Use the Super-Long Zoom on Sony’s RX10 V for Anything Creepy, Okay? Gizmodo
 
Sony’s Affordable New In-Ear Monitors Might Be Perfect for Beginners - Gizmodo - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:30 GMT
  1. Sony’s Affordable New In-Ear Monitors Might Be Perfect for Beginners Gizmodo
  2. Sony Electronics Launches High Noise Isolation In-Ear Monitor Earphones to Elevate Stage Performance Experiences PR Newswire
  3. Sony Launches $120 In-Ear Monitors For Pros Engadget
  4. Sony Launches High-Isolation IER-M500 In-Ear Monitors audioXpress
  5. 'Not for everyone': Sony announces its most premium wired earbuds yet, but their ideal use case is nothing if not niche TechRadar
 
A Majority of European Lawmakers Voted Against Letting Big Tech Read Our Messages. They’re Going to Anyway - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:55:08 GMT
Companies will once again be allowed to scan citizens’ personal texts, emails, and social media messages via the “Chat Control” bill to find child abuse material online.
 
Former Dragon Age Lead Writer Says BioWare's Fantasy Series is Unlikely to Ever Return Under EA — Though He Knows What He'd Do With Dragon Age 5 if He Made It - IGN - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:49:45 GMT
  1. Former Dragon Age Lead Writer Says BioWare's Fantasy Series is Unlikely to Ever Return Under EA — Though He Knows What He'd Do With Dragon Age 5 if He Made It IGN
  2. Dragon Age's former lead writer thinks the series is probably dead, but he'd be happy to take it off EA's hands and 'go somewhere dark and dangerous' with it PC Gamer
  3. Dragon Age creator thinks series is dead following Veilguard flop, but if he got the chance to do another, he'd take it "somewhere dark and dangerous" Eurogamer.net
  4. 'To go back to the basics of what made Dragon Age appeal to so many people in the first place' — Former lead writer says it's 'unlikely' the beloved RPG will have a future at EA, but is open to working on the series again TechRadar
  5. David Gaider will never play Dragon Age: The Veilguard because he'd be 'wincing' the whole time: 'EA really... Yahoo Tech
 
Professor's chart exposes the scale of AI cheating in college exams - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:38:00 GMT

When Brown University economics professor Robert Serrano suspected that most of his students had used AI to cheat on a take-home midterm exam, he decided to compare their scores with those from an in-person final. The result was perhaps one of the clearest examples of generative AI's effect on academia.

Read Entire Article

 
The Reality Of Xbox’s Plans For ‘Fallout,’ ‘Elder Scrolls,’ ‘Halo’ And More - Forbes - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:35:30 GMT
  1. The Reality Of Xbox’s Plans For ‘Fallout,’ ‘Elder Scrolls,’ ‘Halo’ And More Forbes
  2. 'We mean business:' Xbox union workers fighting back with 'Save Our Devs' rally on July 15 Game Developer
  3. "They want us to accept this as a done deal and quietly disappear" – Bethesda union members organise protest in response to Xbox layoffs GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Video game developer to lay off over 200 in Baltimore County The Business Journals
  5. Bethesda Game Studios laying off Austin employees KVUE
 
Slate’s Gray $25,000 Truck Just Got a Crayola Makeover - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:31:13 GMT
The Bezos-backed automaker building America’s cheapest electric truck is teaming up with the crayon company in a bid to brighten its rides. Make ours Razzmatazz.
 
Free Waymo rides in California? You can thank a regulatory quirk. - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:31:00 GMT
State agency's delay could mean free robotaxi rides in company’s new Ojai vehicle for a few months.
 
Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:25:00 GMT
  1. Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Price Leak Points to Two Fold Models Gadget Hacks
  3. Samsung to Get Jump on Apple’s First Foldable With New Phones in July Bloomberg
  4. [Infographic] Where Culture Meets Innovation: Galaxy Unpacked’s Journey Through Global Cities Samsung Global Newsroom
  5. Official Renders For Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8, Watch 9, Watch 2 Ultra And Z Fold 8 Leak Engadget
 
The newest entrant in the military’s launch competition isn't actually a launch company - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:08:27 GMT
"I think it's fair to say that Phase 3 did not contemplate this."
 
GTA 6 Fans Are Getting Excited Again For A Date In August, As Take-Two Makes A Notable Change - GameSpot - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:02:51 GMT
  1. GTA 6 Fans Are Getting Excited Again For A Date In August, As Take-Two Makes A Notable Change GameSpot
  2. Everything You Need To Know About Grand Theft Auto 6 Sole Retriever
  3. Where to preorder Grand Theft Auto VI The Verge
  4. GTA VI Countdown: When Does GTA VI Come Out? GameSpot
  5. GTA 6 fans, mark your calendars: Rockstar Games reveals when you can download the game early The Times of India
 
Budget smartphones are the next victim of the memory crisis - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:48:00 GMT

Omdia writes that, due to the familiar issue of rising DRAM and NAND prices, mid-to-low-end smartphones are struggling with memory costs, leading to the 22% YoY decline. The problem is that phones in this segment are already built to such thin margins that there isn't much left to cut.

Read Entire Article

 
Microsoft tells Obsidian to pause or cancel Avowed 2 and make a new Fallout game - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Sources have informed Bloomberg that Microsoft is directing Obsidian Entertainment to cancel or pause its planned sequel to Avowed and develop a new Fallout game. The project would be led by Josh Sawyer, who directed 2010's Fallout: New Vegas.

Read Entire Article

 
Epilogue SN Operator Review: Super Nintendo Fun - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Provided you have a library of SNES cartridges, the SN Operator is a seamless plug-and-play system for easy ’90s nostalgia.
 
Google Chrome finally brings an iOS-only feature to Android with new update - Android Authority - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:36:00 GMT
  1. Google Chrome finally brings an iOS-only feature to Android with new update Android Authority
  2. Google Just Added This Previously iOS-Exclusive Feature to Chrome for Android Lifehacker
  3. Chrome on Android finally gets a back button, reshuffling top menu Android Police
  4. Google's Chrome, Home, Photos apps bring new features to Galaxy phones SamMobile
  5. Chrome 150 disappearing Android downloads & broken video controls bugs under investigation PiunikaWeb
 
Dell 14S Review: Higher Price, Better Quality - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:31:00 GMT
The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.
 
Japanese firm reverses Blu-ray drive exit after securing parts, but prices jump up to 51% - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Buffalo announced in February that the three portable USB-connected Blu-ray drives it makes would be withdrawn from sale in July – the memorably named BRXLPT6U3E, BRXLPTV63B, and BRXLPTWOU3 series. It added that there would be no successor models.

Read Entire Article

 
Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair Review: Just Right - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:06:00 GMT
The Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair gives you room to sit cross-legged, sideways, or however your body actually wants to sit.
 
Too Old for Silicon Valley? Think Again. AI Is Changing the Math - KQED - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:12 GMT
Too Old for Silicon Valley? Think Again. AI Is Changing the Math KQED
 
Data Centers Are Quietly Taking Over Texas. The Pollution Could Be Catastrophic - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Thousands of new fossil-fuel power sources are quietly firing up across the state to power the AI boom, thanks to a regulatory loophole, leaving residents feeling blindsided.
 
YouTuber turns $4000 AMD Ryzen AI Halo into the SteamOS gaming system - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:30 GMT
  1. YouTuber turns $4000 AMD Ryzen AI Halo into the SteamOS gaming system VideoCardz.com
  2. AMD Ryzen™ AI Halo Now Available at Micro Center AMD
  3. AMD Ryzen AI Halo First Look: Giant Local AI Power in a Pint-Sized Box PCMag
  4. AMD Ryzen AI Halo review: AMD builds a DGX Spark of its own Tom's Hardware
  5. AMD Ryzen AI Halo Box RGB LED Driver Inches Closer To The Mainline Kernel Phoronix
 
Best Microsoft Surface Laptop (2026): Which Model to Buy or Avoid - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.
 
Influencers Are Promoting $50 Straws They Claim Will Protect Against Electromagnetic Radiation - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
“EMF straws” and similar products are being sold as a way to block electromagnetic frequencies that come from common electronic devices, even without scientific evidence that they work.
 
Self-Driving Cars Are Interfering With First Responders. Feds Aren’t Happy - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT
NHTSA administrator Jonathan Morris called reports that self-driving cars had driven into emergency scenes and blocked ambulances and firefighters “unacceptable.”
 
Philips Evnia 27M2N5500XD 1000Hz Monitor Review - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:09:00 GMT
The Philips Evnia 27M2N5500XD promises 1440p at 540Hz and a 1,000Hz Dual Mode, but slow IPS response times leave this LCD monitor well short of its headline specs.
 
The $28 Million Mistake That Inspired Estonia’s AI ‘Fuckup Finder’ - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:01:30 GMT
A single wording mistake cost the government millions. Now Estonia is using AI to spot legal errors before they become law—and to automate more of the state.
 
Madison Square Garden Kept a List of Gay Celebrities - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
An MSG database tracked and categorized hundreds of celebs, famous Knicks superfans, and even some of Taylor Swift’s wedding guests. Labels included “LGBTQIA,” “DO NOT HOST,” and low to high “risk.”
 
The weirdest things that mess up wi-fi - and how to improve your signal - BBC - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The weirdest things that mess up wi-fi - and how to improve your signal BBC
 
Federal Investigators Say Certain DOGE Records Were Deleted - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A government report claims DOGE didn’t access sensitive systems. It also says the agency deleted records that would show if they had.
 
The Best Food Dehydrators for Self-Sufficient Kitchens (2026) - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Stretch seasonal produce, preserve leftovers, and build a pantry that lasts with our favorite food dehydrators for every budget.
 
Why Do Some Soccer Players Cut the Heels Off Their Cleats? - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An image of Portugal forward Pedro Neto’s cleats at the World Cup has reignited a practice among some soccer players: modifying their cleats to relieve heel discomfort.
 
This AI-generated dog advert reveals the biggest problem facing creative AI - Creative Bloq - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
  1. This AI-generated dog advert reveals the biggest problem facing creative AI Creative Bloq
  2. Fi’s Starlink-enabled pet tracker found my dog when LTE couldn’t The Verge
  3. Your Dog Ran Off the Grid. This Tracker Can Still Find It From Space Gizmodo
  4. Fi Releases the First Pet Collar to Use Starlink to Track Pets Anywhere They Go CNET
  5. Fi Launches The World’s First Consumer Wearable Powered by T-Satellite With Starlink - The New Fi Ultra™ Dog Tracker Business Wire
 
The 4 Best Home Air Conditioners to Buy Right Now - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:49:47 GMT
It's too hot. There, we said it. Protect your health and keep your home cool with one of these top-rated air conditioners.
 
Is an Air-Conditioning Revolution Coming to Europe? - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:44:57 GMT
As extreme heat becomes the norm on the continent, the AC culture wars may be solved by advances in environmentally friendly technology.
 
The new 788HS is the first ‘new’ McLaren for almost two years - Top Gear - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:45:00 GMT
  1. The new 788HS is the first ‘new’ McLaren for almost two years Top Gear
  2. View Exterior Photos of the 2027 McLaren 788HS Car and Driver
  3. The McLaren 788HS Is the Ultimate Evolution of the 750S, With 777 HP to Prove It Road & Track
  4. The McLaren 788HS Is The Final Chapter For Three Supercars Motor1.com
  5. McLaren 788HS Spider (2027) NetCarShow.com
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for July - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 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.
 
Corsair Discount Code: Up to 50% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your gaming setup or PC build for less with these verified Corsair coupon codes, student discounts, and refurbished deals.
 
The Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for July 2026.
 
Breville Promo Code: $700 Off | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover the top Breville coupons and discount codes for coffee machines, kitchen appliances, and fresh coffee beans, with deals up to $700 off.
 
Vivid Seats Promo Codes and Deals: Get 10% Off - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you are heading to a sold-out concert or a championship game, use a Vivid Seats discount code to secure your seats for less this July.
 
Layla Sleep Coupon: Save Up to $600 in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your sleep setup with the latest Layla promo codes. Save on flippable mattresses, copper-infused pillows, and adjustable bases during the Spring Sale.
 
Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals in July 2026.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
 
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.
 
Digimon Story: Time Stranger update with performance mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X and more is now available - RPG Site - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:57:42 GMT
  1. Digimon Story: Time Stranger update with performance mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X and more is now available RPG Site
  2. DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER: Free Update Patch Notes Bandai Namco Europe
  3. Digimon Story: Time Stranger review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  4. Digimon Story: Time Stranger Hits Switch 2 With Terriermon, 4K Mode, and Series' Biggest Patch Tech Times
  5. Digimon Story Time Stranger Has the Digital World I’ve Always Wanted Crunchyroll
 
A Silent Workspace In Claude Mirrors Key Features of Human Consciousness - Slashdot - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:40:15 GMT
  1. A Silent Workspace In Claude Mirrors Key Features of Human Consciousness Slashdot
  2. Anthropic found a hidden space where Claude puzzles over concepts MIT Technology Review
  3. A global workspace in language models Anthropic
  4. AI and the First Principles of Thought Psychology Today
  5. Anthropic says Claude has carved out its own space to ponder Axios
 
Yoshi's New Switch 2 Game Is Getting A Demo On The Nintendo eShop - Nintendo Life - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:58:29 GMT
  1. Yoshi's New Switch 2 Game Is Getting A Demo On The Nintendo eShop Nintendo Life
  2. Try a free demo for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book! – News – Nintendo Official Site nintendo.com
  3. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 1.0.2 update out now, patch notes Nintendo Everything
  4. You can now try one of Nintendo’s best Switch 2 games for free Video Games Chronicle
  5. Nintendo drops free Switch 2 taster for its own AAA fever dream GAMINGbible
 
Meta's new AI tool can generate images of you using your Instagram photos, and you're opted in by default - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:23:00 GMT

All public Instagram profiles are automatically opted into Meta's new AI image platform by default, letting users generate AI images using someone else's likeness simply by tagging their account in a prompt. Meta notes that users won't be notified when someone uses their photos to generate an image, so they...

Read Entire Article

 
Ana Miljački named head of the Department of Architecture - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In this leadership role, Miljački seeks to shepherd a collective commitment to transform the present into a better future.
 
Separating logic and language - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:35:00 GMT
Neuroscientists find logical reasoning does not involve language-processing parts of the brain.
 
The Retro Italian Sports Car With A Chevy V8 Looks Even Better Without A Roof - CarBuzz - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:28:39 GMT
  1. The Retro Italian Sports Car With A Chevy V8 Looks Even Better Without A Roof CarBuzz
  2. Gallery: Bizzarrini 5300 Aperta Lusso Photos Autoweek
  3. The 5300 Aperta Lusso is a lost 1960s Italian supercar brought back to life Top Gear
  4. Bizzarrini Finally Builds the Open-Top GT Giugiaro Designed Six Decades Ago Autoblog
  5. A shelved '60s sketch just became a 400-hp carbon-fiber roadster New Atlas
 
MIT-designed educational factory embraces modern manufacturing - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:15:00 GMT
MIT and Tec de Monterrey will expand FrED curriculum to universities across Mexico.
 
A new satellite wants to prove nuclear power can work in space without solar panels - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:35:00 GMT

BOHR's primary mission is to test a different kind of power source in orbit. The CubeSat is carrying City Labs' "NanoTritium" system, a betavoltaic power source that converts beta particles from tritium decay directly into electricity using a semiconductor. Unlike traditional nuclear power systems, which first convert radioactive heat into...

Read Entire Article

 
Heavy video gaming is not linked to cognitive harm in teens, but gaming addiction is - PsyPost - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:17:46 GMT
  1. Heavy video gaming is not linked to cognitive harm in teens, but gaming addiction is PsyPost
  2. One Type Of Screen Time May Actually Benefit Your Brain, New Study Finds MindBodyGreen
  3. It's Not Just the Hours.. Study Reveals the Most Dangerous Factor Behind Cognitive Decline in Gamers صوت الإمارات
  4. Video Games Linked to Modest Gains in Cognitive Ability European Medical Journal
  5. Dr. Small: Brain Games Help Aging Minds Stay Sharp Yahoo Health
 
This dog tracker uses Starlink to keep tabs on your pet, even without cell service - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:54:00 GMT

According to Fi, its newly launched Fi Ultra is the first dog tracking solution to offer satellite-based coverage. Fi partnered with T-Satellite to provide Starlink connectivity, which should help keep pets safe even when cellular connectivity is unavailable.

Read Entire Article

 
Samsung unveils fastest PCIe Gen 6 SSD, capable of transferring 40GB LLMs in just 1.4 sec - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:19:00 GMT

The 16TB model delivers sequential read and write speeds of up to 28.4 GB/s and 21.9 GB/s, respectively, while claimed random read and write performance reaches up to 6,800K and 950K IOPS. At these speeds, the new SSDs can transfer a 40GB LLM in just 1.4 seconds, roughly twice as...

Read Entire Article

 
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced modernizes the fan favorite with revamped combat and visuals - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:08:00 GMT
Early reviews say Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced successfully brings a series favorite up to modern standards with smoother combat, enhanced naval battles, visual upgrades, and improved mission design. While some note its aging foundations still show, most agree it's a polished and worthy remake.
 
Xbox Game Pass has lost 4 million subscribers since its price hike backfired - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:11:00 GMT

Microsoft no longer provides regular updates on Game Pass subscriber totals, but the latest figure illustrates just how much growth has slowed for what the company once pitched as a flagship service spanning console, PC, and the cloud.

Read Entire Article

 
MIT engineers whip up a more breathable hydrogel - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.
 
MIT researcher proposes a way to detect nuclear weapons in space - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty bans nuclear weapons in space, but there’s currently no way to verify that satellites aren’t carrying them.
 
Starlink just doubled its prices for private jets, and hardware now costs $200,000 - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:33:00 GMT

Starlink updated its Business Aviation plans earlier this week, which it says better reflect how operators use connectivity across regional and global operations.

Read Entire Article

 
The brain’s internal ruler - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:40:00 GMT
A simple brain circuit measures objects’ distance from the body using touch signals from a rodent’s whiskers, MIT scientists find.
 
Hello Developer: July 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:15 GMT
In this edition:
 
Many black holes had past lives, new research shows - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Physicists have found signs of colliding black holes that are themselves products of previous black hole smash-ups.
 
Hydrogen: clean fuel of the future — if we can find a cheap and clean way to ship it - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:10:00 GMT
A team led by MIT Energy Initiative researchers developed the HyCAT tool, enabling decision-makers to explore the cost and carbon emissions of their options for shipping hydrogen fuel to their site.
 
Jesse Thaler named director of the Laboratory for Nuclear Science - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:45:00 GMT
The professor of physics and inaugural director of the NSF AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions will lead LNS and continue his research in particle physics.
 
Discovery helps explain why solid-state batteries often fail - MIT Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
New research could help prevent the formation of tiny seeds of lithium metal within the electrolyte, enabling batteries that charge faster and last longer.
 
Why are some bacterial genes high in purines? - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
In certain species of bacteria, the answer lies in shielding RNA transcripts from a quality-control factor called Rho. Understanding the requirements for expressible sequences is critical for expression engineering of therapeutic agents.
 
Building a scholarly community - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The SHASS Faculty Fellows Program, administered by the MIT Human Insight Collaborative, is fostering new research projects and creating space for supportive and interdisciplinary discussion.
 
Lerna Ekmekcioglu named head of MIT’s History Section - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2011, Ekmekcioglu examines how communities survive, adapt, remember, and make claims on justice under difficult political conditions.
 
MIT in the media: Innovating and educating for the next 250 years of America - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.
 
Boleslaw Wyslouch steps down as director of Laboratory for Nuclear Science - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Wyslouch remains the director of the Bates Research and Engineering Center and will continue research on heavy ion collisions.
 
How urban design leads to better wellness - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An extensive study of U.S. cities identifies walkable neighborhoods, urban greenery, and access to amenities as key contributors to residents’ health.
 
A portable ultrasound system could make reliable breast imaging more accessible - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technology, which generates high-resolution, 3D images of breast tissue, requires no expertise to operate and could be used at home.
 
The brain’s language network is more extensive than previously thought - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals that parts of the brain located far from the canonical language-processing centers are also involved in language comprehension.
 
MIT-Kalaniyot program expands, with new cohort of scholars - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The innovative effort bringing researchers from Israel to campus keeps growing while enhancing community connections and academic inquiry.
 
MIT student teams win top honors in NASA competition - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Three MIT teams took five top awards in the 2026 NASA RASC-AL Competition for designing critical elements for the moon base and future missions to Mars.
 
MIT researchers advance toward greater bandwidth, more energy-efficient communications - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The FUTUR-IC research program integrates electronics and photonics in microchip systems.
 
Q&A: What is agentic AI today, and what do we want it to be? - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist Phillip Isola cuts through the hype to explain how AI agents work and what the future might hold for this rapidly advancing technology.
 
Scientists find ozone depletion began decades before discovery of ozone hole - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Using modern tools, they also determined that carbon tetrachloride, used as a dry-cleaning and degreasing agent as early as the 1930s, was at the root of early ozone loss.
 
Inaugural Music Technology Research Showcase celebrates work of new graduate program’s initial students - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor Anna Huang delivers the keynote address, “In Search of Human-AI Resonance,” to a capacity crowd.
 
Graphene can hold multiple states of superconductivity, a new study finds - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
What’s more, the superconducting states get stronger under conditions expected to kill them.
 
David Autor named head of the Department of Economics - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 1999, Autor is a leading researcher in artificial intelligence and the work of the future.
 
How data centers can better manage energy use - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests flexibility in the timing of electricity consumption could lower consumer costs.
 
Listening for the echoes of black holes - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By analyzing X-ray reverberations and other astrophysical data, Erin Kara seeks to understand the most extreme objects in the universe.
 
MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.
 
Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
Improving the speed and energy-efficiency of AI agents - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new system, known as Murakkab, optimizes the design and deployment of multistep workflows that power AI applications.
 
What happens when environmental change outpaces life’s ability to adapt? - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new model links Earth’s mass extinctions to mismatches between rates of environmental change and biological adaptation.
 
Computer model could enable bridges and buildings that use less material - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed an approach for generating more buildable structures, bridging the gap between optimized design and real-world construction.
 
Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:01 GMT
Apple design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27. These include:
 
New chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers combined an efficient algorithm with dedicated hardware to rapidly generate 3D maps for navigation using minimal memory and power.
 
A better way to model the behavior of metal alloys - MIT Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach captures subtle atomic patterns, improving predictions of material properties.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:54 GMT
Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Technology Commission. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Changes to iOS in Brazil - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:05 GMT
As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning with iOS 26.5, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
“We can’t ship goods without functioning ports” - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Chelsea Mitchell studies the economic forces that shape shipping ports and their ability to support global supply chains.
 
MIT in the media: For the future of tech, "Massachusetts can absolutely lead" - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Leaders, faculty across MIT discuss fostering innovation and talent in Greater Boston in special series of articles published alongside the outlet's annual list of 'Tech Power Players'
 
QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2026-27 - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 GMT
Ranking at the top for the 15th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 12 subject areas.
 
Susan Solomon named 2026 Tang Prize laureate - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The MIT professor’s groundbreaking work on atmospheric chemistry helped lay steps towards recovery of the ozone layer and demonstrated the lasting impacts of carbon emissions on Earth’s climate.
 
Could AI tell you where you left your keys? - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new spatial memory system for robots efficiently captures details about the objects they see while exploring their environment.
 
New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email - Apple Developer Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:28 GMT
Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.
 
How to create distinguishable states for quantum systems - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Researchers establish key insights for reading and writing information for quantum sensing, communication, computing, and control.
 
A tiny ingestible sensor can measure temperature from inside the body - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.
 
Fact Sheet: Supporting MIT’s Jewish Community - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
Find out what's new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:20:01 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms and create even more unique, intelligent experiences in your apps and games with major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services. The latest SDKs bring incredible new features, including platform design refinements, powerful Apple Intelligence capabilities, and new AI development frameworks.
 
Introducing Time Allowances - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:19:33 GMT
New Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media. Time Allowances are developed based on expert research and tailored to a child’s age to give parents a helpful starting point. Parents can adjust these settings based on what they determine is best for their child. Time Allowance categories are different from categories for user discovery on the App Store.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:18:33 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Update for Apps Distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:22 GMT
Due to a recent court ruling lifting an injunction on Texas law SB 2420, new Apple Accounts in Texas are now subject to the law, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. As previously announced, this includes age assurance and parent or guardian consent on behalf of minors under the age of 18 for downloads, Apple In-App Purchases, and significant changes associated with an app. Parents or guardians will also be able to revoke their consent for any app they previously approved for their child. These changes will go into effect starting June 4, 2026.
 
Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:13 GMT
Apple Developer Centers are dedicated spaces designed for in-person developer sessions, labs, workshops, and appointments across a wide range of Apple technologies and platforms.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Join us in celebrating these extraordinary apps and games.
 
All systems glow - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:22 GMT
WWDC26 is just one week away. Get ready for five days of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 26 May 2026 18:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam - Apple Developer Thu, 21 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT
Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple developers across the community.
 
Coming bright up - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:22 GMT
Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.
 
Hello Developer: May 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:26 GMT
A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if your organization holds the paid membership, creating your own free account gives you direct access to downloads and support resources.
 
Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability - Apple Developer Fri, 08 May 2026 16:30:46 GMT
Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). If any of your apps include these features (indicated by selecting “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect), you’ll need to provide this license. Keep in mind that answering “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire will set your Brazil age rating to A18.
 
To those who build community - Apple Developer Tue, 05 May 2026 00:31:09 GMT
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community.
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.