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Scott Bessent says the US proposed an AI incident notification mechanism to China, and both sides agreed to set up an AI dialogue ahead of the Trump-Xi summit (Demetri Sevastopulo/Financial Times) - Techmeme Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:45:02 GMT

Demetri Sevastopulo / Financial Times:
Scott Bessent says the US proposed an AI incident notification mechanism to China, and both sides agreed to set up an AI dialogue ahead of the Trump-Xi summit — Treasury secretary Scott Bessent met his Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in New York — The US and China have agreed to set …

 
Mithrl, which integrates its proprietary biomedical world model with the R&D systems of pharmaceutical companies, raised a $20M Series A led by Obvious Ventures (Natalie Breymeyer/Axios) - Techmeme Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:40:01 GMT

Natalie Breymeyer / Axios:
Mithrl, which integrates its proprietary biomedical world model with the R&D systems of pharmaceutical companies, raised a $20M Series A led by Obvious Ventures — Mithrl, an AI infrastructure company for biopharma, raised a $20 million Series A, CEO Vivek Adarsh tells Axios exclusively.
 
UK-based Unit1, which develops "hyper-realistic" digital avatars of musicians to recreate classic concerts, raised nearly £15M from Balderton Capital and others (Alex Lawson/The Guardian) - Techmeme Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:00:44 GMT

Alex Lawson / The Guardian:
UK-based Unit1, which develops “hyper-realistic” digital avatars of musicians to recreate classic concerts, raised nearly £15M from Balderton Capital and others — Unit1 hopes to offer lower cost version of shows such as Abba Voyage, showcasing living and dead artists in any venue
 
One mobile number, two phones: What is iPhone handoff and which carriers support it? - Engadget Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT
If you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you're going to want to set up Handoff.
 
Wired vs. wireless internet: Which should you choose for your home? - Engadget Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Wired and wireless internet are both ways that ISPs deliver service to your home, but one isn't necessarily superior to the other.
 
Which major chatbot apps work with CarPlay? - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT
If you aren't happy with Siri while driving, several other chatbot apps are compatible with CarPlay now.
 
China has made AI a national mission, but local workers' fear of displacement mirrors worries abroad, and potential for social unrest may force CCP to slow down (Michael Schuman/The Atlantic) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:15:01 GMT

Michael Schuman / The Atlantic:
China has made AI a national mission, but local workers' fear of displacement mirrors worries abroad, and potential for social unrest may force CCP to slow down — A top-down tech revolution is harder to manage than a bottom-up one. — anxiety about ai in the United States appears to be getting worse.
 
7 ways to get free movies and TV channels on your smart TV - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:15:00 GMT
With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.
 
Reviving TEMPEST Attacks with an Injected Signal - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:00:06 GMT
A laptop is shown set up on a desk next to a spectrum analyser, an SDR, and two antennas. The antennas are aimed toward assorted electronics, including headphones and a phone handset.
TEMPEST attacks are often the most effective way to break air-gapped security: rather than directly accessing a computer, the attacker records the system’s unintended radio emissions and uses them to …read more
 
How to join a FaceTime call with your Android phone or Windows PC - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT
FaceTime isn't actually an Apple-exclusive feature. While it's not the full experience, joining calls is possible on Android and Windows devices.
 
The iPhone 18 Pro Is Tricky to Repair According to an iFixIt Teardown - CNET Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:53:17 GMT
A teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max shows that most repairs require removing the screen, which has a delicate plastic frame backing.
 
How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT
Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.
 
SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is in early beta - Here's how to try it - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT
SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is a digital 'teammate' that can handle complex and boring tasks that would otherwise clutter your day. Here's how to get up and running.
 
The Best Competitive Cards from Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration - PokeBeach - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:57:52 GMT
  1. The Best Competitive Cards from Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration PokeBeach
  2. The Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Expansion Is Available Now Pokemon.com
  3. Fans line up at Roanoke gaming store for Pokémon 30th anniversary card set release WDBJ7
  4. Pokémon card launch creates Glastonbury-style buzz bbc.com
  5. 10 Most Valuable Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Cards So Far ign.com
 
Alibaba releases Qwen-Image-2.1, a 7B open-weight model it says outperforms most closed-source models, with native transparency and up to ten reference images (Qwen) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:40:01 GMT

Qwen:
Alibaba releases Qwen-Image-2.1, a 7B open-weight model it says outperforms most closed-source models, with native transparency and up to ten reference images — · QwenTeam丨Translations:.体中文 — We are excited to open-source Qwen-Image-2.1 …

 
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will 'Easily Take Over 100 Hours' for Completionists to Beat, Director Teases - ign.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:52:44 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will 'Easily Take Over 100 Hours' for Completionists to Beat, Director Teases ign.com
  2. FF7 Revelation director Hamaguchi discusses the game’s 200GB size, DLC plans, and a new Tifa detail Video Games Chronicle
  3. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Expected to Require Around 200 GB of Storage TechPowerUp
  4. Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Beyond: An Interview with Director Naoki Hamaguchi Anime News Network
  5. Final Fantasy VII Revelation hands-on report: Into the Whirlwind Maze where Sephiroth awaits PlayStation.Blog
 
14 Quirky Mini Gadgets That Make Great Gifts - SlashGear - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
14 Quirky Mini Gadgets That Make Great Gifts SlashGear
 
Jensen Huang says AI leaders calling for regulation don't want new legislation, but to be "relieved of the laws we do have" because of "ulterior reasons" (Truman Dickerson/Business Insider) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:10:01 GMT

Truman Dickerson / Business Insider:
Jensen Huang says AI leaders calling for regulation don't want new legislation, but to be “relieved of the laws we do have” because of “ulterior reasons” — Don't let the black leather jacket fool you, Jensen Huang isn't a doomer. — Nvidia's CEO said as much in an interview with CBS News aired on Sunday.
 
Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode? - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
A Smart TV doesn't just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote. They're designed to perform a number of important tasks without you realising.
 
Ski Lift Removes Mice from Chicken Coop - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Getting rid of rodents like squirrels, mice, or groundhogs is a lot like digging a hole on the beach. No matter how much you remove, it’ll always fill back in. …read more
 
Which Nvidia GPU Is Equivalent To The PlayStation 5 Pro? - bgr.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:47:00 GMT
Which Nvidia GPU Is Equivalent To The PlayStation 5 Pro? bgr.com
 
Beloved Super Nintendo JRPG Receives Its First Re-Release But It’s The Sequel You Gotta Get Excited For - Kotaku - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:34:44 GMT
Beloved Super Nintendo JRPG Receives Its First Re-Release But It’s The Sequel You Gotta Get Excited For KotakuSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
My 13-year-old refused to share his location with me. I was annoyed — until I realized he had a point. - Business Insider - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:55:00 GMT
My 13-year-old refused to share his location with me. I was annoyed — until I realized he had a point. Business Insider
 
Five ways that the new Siri AI is frustrating iPhone and Apple Watch users - 9to5mac.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:35:00 GMT
  1. Five ways that the new Siri AI is frustrating iPhone and Apple Watch users 9to5mac.com
  2. The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 WIRED
  3. With iOS 27, Apple Is Laying the Groundwork to Paywall Your iPhone PCMag
  4. iOS 27 is here: 10 iPhone features you’ll want to try now Fox News
  5. Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant, is here Apple
 
How to use ChatGPT to make stickers for iMessage and WhatsApp - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The default sticker options in iMessage and WhatsApp are cool but maybe a little limited. Now, with help from ChatGPT's AI tool, things have got a bit more fun.
 
The iPhone 18 Pro Max ships to you with a smaller battery than advertised. But it's okay - PhoneArena - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:26:49 GMT
  1. The iPhone 18 Pro Max ships to you with a smaller battery than advertised. But it's okay PhoneArena
  2. I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery against the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and I did not expect this PhoneArena
  3. Here's the clever new way Apple used to get around shipping restrictions for the iPhone 18 Pro Max's large battery - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. 4 Of The Best 60W Fast-Charging Adapters For The iPhone 18 Pro Series bgr.com
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Max Requires 'Prepare to Ship' Battery Drain Before Shipping MacRumors
 
What is the AI singularity? Some experts say it’s closer than ever - The Hill - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:19:00 GMT
  1. What is the AI singularity? Some experts say it’s closer than ever The Hill
  2. A renowned computer scientist once skeptical of the AI singularity now says humanity is 'certainly at risk' Business Insider
  3. The US discusses the approach of the AI singularity — The Hill UA.NEWS
  4. When AI’s Intelligence Increase Rate Hits Infinity – What Next? CounterPunch.org
 
Kojima Productions disputes reports the studio is in trouble - The Verge - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:15:10 GMT
  1. Kojima Productions disputes reports the studio is in trouble The Verge
  2. Hideo Kojima Reveals What Happened With Sony in Exclusive First Interview Since PlayStation Ditched Physint ign.com
  3. Hideo Kojima Says Sony Dropped PHYSINT During a Zoom Call and Gave No Reason TechPowerUp
  4. Kojima Productions responds to report claiming why PlayStation ditched Hideo Kojima and PHYSINT tweaktown.com
  5. Hideo Kojima didn't think Physint would be at risk of cancelation because "this is the biggest selling title I could possibly create" Yahoo
 
AI companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are putting pressure on office rents in Singapore as they embark on expansion in response to government overtures (Owen Walker/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:15:01 GMT

Owen Walker / Financial Times:
AI companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are putting pressure on office rents in Singapore as they embark on expansion in response to government overtures — Anthropic and OpenAI taking more space in city's already squeezed prime property market — AI heavyweights including Anthropic …

 
Retroid Pocket unexpectedly expands its Duo lineup with a Lite Plus version - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:07:02 GMT
The handheld maker is offering free exchanges for any Duo Lite customers who want to upgrade.
 
The benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.
 
This new ultra-compact FPGA Game Boy clone costs just $90 - TechSpot Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:39:00 GMT

FunnyPlaying has launched a smaller version of its budget-priced rival to the Analogue Pocket. Slightly cheaper but with the same software capabilities, the FPGB Mini might be as small as a faithful Game Boy clone will ever get.

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How to customize the side button on your Samsung Galaxy phone - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT
The side button on Samsung's Galaxy phones has performed different functions over the years, but you can really make it do whatever you want.
 
Indeed: data center roles in the US offer a ~42% pay premium for hourly maintenance and installation workers compared with similar jobs at other businesses (Owen Tucker-Smith/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:15:01 GMT

Owen Tucker-Smith / Wall Street Journal:
Indeed: data center roles in the US offer a ~42% pay premium for hourly maintenance and installation workers compared with similar jobs at other businesses — Powering the nation's massive AI build-out requires lots of walking, checking for burning smells and monitoring for bird damage
 
World War I Coded Message Appears Cracked, Finally - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
When you think of wartime cryptography, you probably think of World War II and Enigma, although there were other famous codes used during that war. But in fact, there have …read more
 
Joby Aviation completed a fully autonomous flight from California to North Carolina - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:32:47 GMT
The startup is looking to expand beyond electric air taxi rides in major cities.
 
What's the 30-degree rule for TVs? - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers has a simple method for calculating the ideal viewing distance based on your TV size.
 
How to use your phone as a remote for any smart TV - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Some phones have IR blasters to enable remote functions, but even if yours doesn't, you can do quite a lot over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
 
Vercel, Cloudflare, and others quickly add Jev, as it makes AI tool selection much faster and cheaper; TypeSafe: Jev matches GPT-5.6 and Sonnet 5 workflow evals (Josipa Majic Predin/Forbes) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:50:02 GMT

Josipa Majic Predin / Forbes:
Vercel, Cloudflare, and others quickly add Jev, as it makes AI tool selection much faster and cheaper; TypeSafe: Jev matches GPT-5.6 and Sonnet 5 workflow evals — Most of what an AI agent asks a frontier model to do is not writing. It is choosing. Which tool to call next, whether to retry, whether a command is safe to run.
 
How to set up your Sonos speakers using the app - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Whether you just got a Sonos speaker or you're adding one to your current setup, you'll need to use the app.
 
Microsoft patent describes in-game advertising triggered by boss fights, loading screens, and cutscenes - TechSpot Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:26:00 GMT

The filing points to a possible ad-supported model for PC and console games that is less disruptive than the approaches commonly used in mobile titles.

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Why Apple Is Betting on Foldable iPhones - The Information - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:01:00 GMT
  1. Why Apple Is Betting on Foldable iPhones The Information
  2. Prediction: Even With the $1,999 Price Tag, Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Will Be a Hit and Apple Will Join Nvidia in the $5 Trillion Club. Yahoo Finance
  3. Apple’s “all-new” iPhone Duo is design nerd catnip British GQ
  4. What Jim Cramer learned at NYC's flagship Apple Store for the iPhone 18 launch CNBC
  5. Weekly poll results: the iPhone Duo nailed the form factor, iPhone 18 Pro Max upstages the 18 Pro - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
 
A closer look at the upcoming Siri AI-powered home hub, a key pillar of Apple's strategy for the home; sources: Apple started cutting Fitness+ staff (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:00:01 GMT

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg:
A closer look at the upcoming Siri AI-powered home hub, a key pillar of Apple's strategy for the home; sources: Apple started cutting Fitness+ staff — Also: What happened with the iPhone Duo Pencil and layoffs at Fitness+. — Apple's new “intelligent personal hub” strategy is about much more than the iPhone.
 
Before you throw out your old laptop, do this first - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Giving away or recycling your old laptop is great, but you need to make sure all your data is fully removed before it finds a new home.
 
Zara Larsson Hits Her Career Peak As Her Album Mounts A Comeback - Forbes - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Zara Larsson Hits Her Career Peak As Her Album Mounts A Comeback Forbes
 
These small changes can improve your home surround sound in a big way - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT
If you've just set up your speakers wherever they fit, you're probably not getting the best sound from your surround system.
 
Gemini hacked three companies during security tests, and Google kept it quiet for months - TechSpot Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:01:00 GMT

The incidents, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, took place in May during an evaluation by AI security firm Irregular. Gemini was supposed to work with fictional companies in a controlled test environment. However, an unintended internet connection gave the model access to real websites, and it treated them...

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Reverse Engineering A Sony Car Stereo LCD - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:56 GMT
For his own reasons, [Jose Luis Monteiro] (aka [emsyscode]) decided he needed to drive the LCD on a Sony CDX-A250 car stereo’s front panel using an Arduino. There’s probably a …read more
 
Is the original Nintendo Switch still worth buying in 2026? - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Buying Nintendo's older console used makes plenty of sense, but a one new is much harder to justify.
 
Winamp will be reborn in 2027 to take on streaming - Engadget Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT
It's coming back with a monthly subscription.
 
Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem - CNET Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:20:01 GMT
The malware pretends to be a legitimate download for an app like Google Chrome.
 
Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem - CNET - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:20:01 GMT
  1. Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem CNET
  2. RatHat: AI-Powered Mobile Threat is Here for Your Credentials & Bank Accounts Zimperium
  3. New Android malware uses AI to steal bank logins and PINs Malwarebytes
  4. RatHat Android Malware Abuses ADB to Retain Shell Access After Uninstall thehackernews.com
  5. New Android malware uses AI to steal bank logins, remains after deletion | Do factory reset if device infected with RatHat | Inshorts inshorts.com
 
Blizzard developer says World of Warcraft: Forever's beta numbers are the "craziest" he's seen in 17 years - Eurogamer.net - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:09:13 GMT
  1. Blizzard developer says World of Warcraft: Forever's beta numbers are the "craziest" he's seen in 17 years Eurogamer.net
  2. World of Warcraft's director on Forever v Retail, Horde v Alliance and more Windows Central
  3. World Of Warcraft: Forever Devs Answer Our Biggest Questions At BlizzCon Game Informer
  4. World of Warcraft follows up BlizzCon with WoW retail and Forever Q&A Massively Overpowered
  5. 8 New Things We Just Learned About World Of Warcraft: Forever From Its Lead Designers Kotaku
 
Fitbit creators unveil screenless wearable to help track aging parents - seattletimes.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:02 GMT
Fitbit creators unveil screenless wearable to help track aging parents seattletimes.com
 
The Best Way to Discard Frying Oil? Don’t - CNET Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:47:11 GMT
An expert explains how to prepare used oil for a future cooking again.
 
The tech battle to build your AI assistant - Axios - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:45:06 GMT
The tech battle to build your AI assistant AxiosSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
An interview with Raspberry Pi CEO Eben Upton on the Raspberry Pi Foundation, his skepticism of AI evangelists, AI driving edge compute device demand, and more (John Thornhill/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:05:07 GMT

John Thornhill / Financial Times:
An interview with Raspberry Pi CEO Eben Upton on the Raspberry Pi Foundation, his skepticism of AI evangelists, AI driving edge compute device demand, and more — The British tech leader on coding as the modern form of literacy, his scepticism of AI evangelists — and why ‘the p(doom) is probably Russia’
 
Meet Jev: A New Kind of AI Model From One of ChatGPT's Co-Creators - TechSpot Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Jev doesn't chat, write code, or explain itself. It just makes decisions, fast and cheap. Here's why a ChatGPT co-inventor thinks that's the next big step for AI.
 
Firefly's Adam Baldwin Starred In A Forgotten Sci-Fi Show About NASA Space Shuttle Astronauts - bgr.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:17:00 GMT
Firefly's Adam Baldwin Starred In A Forgotten Sci-Fi Show About NASA Space Shuttle Astronauts bgr.com
 
Brahms on a period piano? Like watching snooker in black and white - Slipped Disc - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:11:54 GMT
Brahms on a period piano? Like watching snooker in black and white Slipped Disc
 
Thermacell LIV 2.0 Review: Taking My Yard Back - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:07:00 GMT
Thermacell LIV 2.0 is expensive and imperfect, but it outperforms nearly every mosquito-control method I’ve tried.
 
An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang - ArsTechnica Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:07:00 GMT
Google’s threat intelligence group said it had a mole inside TeamPCP's inner circle.
 
iOS 27 Battery Drain & Overheating? Here’s How to Fix It - Geeky Gadgets - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:04:37 GMT
  1. iOS 27 Battery Drain & Overheating? Here’s How to Fix It Geeky Gadgets
  2. iOS 27 battery drain: What to know Mashable
  3. Your iPhone may die faster this week: Here’s why The Hill
  4. Is iOS 27 Sapping Your iPhone Battery? Try These 13 Quick Fixes PCMag
  5. Battery draining faster after updating to iOS 27? Don’t panic … 9to5mac.com
 
A Bandpass Filter Pulls In The Signals - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:00:33 GMT
It’s an unfortunate side effect of proximity to a large transmitter that the received signal can overload a receiver’s front end even when tuned to other frequencies. [Rfrht]’s had this …read more
 
Welcome to Dogs Anonymous, the Online Support Group for People With Difficult Dogs - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
“This is a place where you can come and say, I fucking hate my dog today,” a Dogs Anonymous cofounder tells WIRED. “And there are people who are going to be like, yeah, that was me last Tuesday.”
 
T-mobile customers will have to pay monthly fee for iOS 27 feature - al.com - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. T-mobile customers will have to pay monthly fee for iOS 27 feature al.com
  2. T-Mobile adds monthly fee to a new iPhone feature for customers Yahoo Finance
  3. I think T-Mobile's new feature has AT&T and Verizon users salivating PhoneArena
  4. Apple's Handoff lets two iPhones share one number, but it won't come cheap Android Authority
  5. One Mobile Number, Two Phones: What Is iPhone Handoff And Which Carriers Support It? Engadget
 
It’s Donald Trump Versus MAGA on Data Centers - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The president has doubled down on data centers and AI. His base is running in the opposite direction.
 
Meta's Muse Is Better at Surveilling Than Helping Me - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Muse app continues Meta’s trend of opting users into data collection for AI training. It also nudges you to share your bank account, email, and passport information.
 
Don't call it an SUV: The Ferrari Purosangue review - ArsTechnica Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:00:02 GMT
Unlike previous Ferrari four-seaters, this one is better for humans than cargo.
 
What You Need to Know About the Foreign-Made Router Ban in the US - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The FCC banned the sale of new consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers and mobile hot spots manufactured outside the US. Here’s what it means for you.
 
Meet the Academics Trying to Stop You From Having Sex in Robotaxis - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
“You know ‘Bang Bus’? We don’t want that.”
 
Apple’s A20 Pro Demonstrated To Be An On-Device AI Beast, Can Run A 27B Parameter Model At Double The Speed Of The iPhone 17 Pro’s A19 Pro - Wccftech - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:40:46 GMT
  1. Apple’s A20 Pro Demonstrated To Be An On-Device AI Beast, Can Run A 27B Parameter Model At Double The Speed Of The iPhone 17 Pro’s A19 Pro Wccftech
  2. Apple’s Chip Strategy Keeps Paying Dividends Barron's
  3. I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max's A20 Pro performance against the Galaxy S26 Ultra PhoneArena
  4. A20 Pro’s Packaging Shift And New Vapor Chamber Unlocks Peak Performance; Liquid Nitrogen Cooling Brings Less Than 3% Increase Thanks To These Optimizations Wccftech
  5. What TSMC's 2nm technology means for Apple WION
 
How to Avoid Scams and Sketchy Products on Amazon (2026) - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:38:00 GMT
Amazon is a murky mess of ads, unknown sellers, misleading sales, and specious information. Stay safe while shopping on Prime Big Deal Days and beyond with these tips and tricks.
 
Easily Remove Ants From Your Lawn With An Eco-Friendly Find From Home Depot - House Digest - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Easily Remove Ants From Your Lawn With An Eco-Friendly Find From Home Depot House Digest
 
What ChatGPT Thinks It Knows About You Is Affecting Its Answers. Here’s How to Change That - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Understanding how ChatGPT’s latest memory upgrade works will help you get even more out of OpenAI’s productivity tool.
 
US policy analysts, lawmakers, and others say several state-level AI chatbot safety bills included language that could provide loopholes for tech companies (Katie McQue/NPR) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:05:02 GMT

Katie McQue / NPR:
US policy analysts, lawmakers, and others say several state-level AI chatbot safety bills included language that could provide loopholes for tech companies — Cynthia Montoya's daughter, Juliana, was 13 when she began talking to AI chatbots. It was 2023, and the technology was only beginning to enter widespread use.
 
T. rex teeth indicate it ran as warm as an elephant - ArsTechnica Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:00:11 GMT
Isotope ratios provide a hint that the giants were actively managing temperatures.
 
Tiny Hairs That Help Corals Breathe May Malfunction in Warming Oceans - Wired Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Several new studies have uncovered this long overlooked aspect of coral physiology that could be the key to the animals’ fate in a changing climate.
 
No GPU, No Problem: Flagship LLMs on a GPU-less Teenaged Server - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:00:12 GMT
The guts of the server, with lots of sticks of DDR3, and not a single GPU in sight.
There are lots of reasons to run LLMs locally, from privacy concerns to just wanting to futz about with the technology, but if you want to run the big models, …read more
 
Multiple Switch Games Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:05:00 GMT
  1. Multiple Switch Games Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes Nintendo Life
  2. Switch 2 backwards compatibility update for Sept. 20th, 2026 GoNintendo
  3. Latest batch of Nintendo Switch backwards compatibility fixes for Switch 2 My Nintendo News
  4. Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch System Version Updated to 23.0.0! Game Chat Improvements and Mii QR Code Scanning Support Added Saiga NAK
 
Stellar Blade Gets A Switch 2 eShop Demo Today - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT
  1. Stellar Blade Gets A Switch 2 eShop Demo Today Nintendo Life
  2. Stellar Blade shares Bayonetta collaboration vignette, demo now available Nintendo Everything
  3. Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim: "I Didn't Want to Give a Downgraded Experience" Inven Global
  4. Stellar Blade Nintendo Switch 2 Demo Is Out Now Game News Plus
  5. Shift Up's Kim Hyung-tae: "Expanding Self-Publishing… Apologizes for AI Video Controversy" finance.biggo.com
 
Clinicians raise concerns over medical AI adoption beyond diagnostics and imaging, citing limited clinical and performance data on its broader effectiveness (Sarah Neville/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:02:29 GMT

Sarah Neville / Financial Times:
Clinicians raise concerns over medical AI adoption beyond diagnostics and imaging, citing limited clinical and performance data on its broader effectiveness — The technology's advances have not yet translated into big improvements in real-life care. Kayla Secrest was a newly fledged doctor beginning …

 
Alibaba's Damo Academy open sources RADAR, a medical vision-language model it says can read CT scans and identify ~150 abdominal conditions, including cancers (Ann Cao/South China Morning Post) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:30:59 GMT

Ann Cao / South China Morning Post:
Alibaba's Damo Academy open sources RADAR, a medical vision-language model it says can read CT scans and identify ~150 abdominal conditions, including cancers — Tested on nearly 40,000 real-world exams, the model outperformed most radiologists, according to a new study published in Science
 
Chinese DRAM chipmaker CXMT says its new fifth-gen technology platform enters mass production and unveils two 24Gb LPDDR5X phone memory products built on it (Reuters) - Techmeme Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:20:02 GMT

Reuters:
Chinese DRAM chipmaker CXMT says its new fifth-gen technology platform enters mass production and unveils two 24Gb LPDDR5X phone memory products built on it — Chinese DRAM chipmaker CXMT (688825.SS) said on Sunday its fifth-generation technology platform had entered mass production …

 
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Sept. 20, #727 - CNET Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:02:36 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Sept. 20, 2026.
 
Teardown and Repair of an Insoma Water Timer - Hack a Day Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:00:34 GMT
Water timers are nifty devices that can water the lawn at set times or keep that vegetable garden from turning into a dustbowl. When [electronupdate] timer refused to output water …read more
 
Laser Your Way Into Debug Mode On The RP2350 - Hackaday - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT
Laser Your Way Into Debug Mode On The RP2350 Hackaday
 
Fable Has Survived A Decade Of Development Because It's Seen As 'Vital' By Xbox, Says Director - Pure Xbox - Google Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:47:09 GMT
  1. Fable Has Survived A Decade Of Development Because It's Seen As 'Vital' By Xbox, Says Director Pure Xbox
  2. ‘We were bored of traditional fantasy cliches’: inside Playground Games’ 10-year effort to revive Fable The Guardian
  3. Xbox's Fable reboot was allowed a 10-year development because the RPG series is "vital to the DNA of the platform", developer Playground Games says Eurogamer.net
  4. Here's Why Xbox 'Protected' the Development of Fable, Amid Layoffs and Studio Closures ign.com
  5. Fable “Was All We Could Think About,” Says Playground Co-Founder After Xbox Proposed New Title GamingBolt
 
Five Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass Over The Next Few Days - Pure Xbox - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:46:43 GMT
  1. Five Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass Over The Next Few Days Pure Xbox
  2. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More news.xbox.com
  3. Become A God-Slaying Magical Girl In The 'We Have Roguelite Nier Automata At Home' Anime Action-RPG Coming To Game Pass Kotaku
  4. Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced ign.com
  5. XBOX Players Are Getting a Massive Wave of Games September 21—25 Windows Report
 
Windows 11 can leave your deleted files recoverable after a reset, and Microsoft has a new option to securely wipe them - Windows Latest - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:37:46 GMT
  1. Windows 11 can leave your deleted files recoverable after a reset, and Microsoft has a new option to securely wipe them Windows Latest
  2. Announcing new builds for 18 September 2026 Windows Blog
  3. Microsoft is Testing New File Removal Options for Windows 11’s Cloud Rebuild Feature Thurrott.com
  4. Hands on with Windows 11's new Magnifier contrast themes Neowin
  5. Windows 11's cloud-based recovery tool gets new features on the Experimental branch XDA
 
Researchers found a way to eavesdrop on headphones from 30 meters away, and encryption can't stop it - TechSpot Sat, 19 Sep 2026 20:09:00 GMT

The research comes from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Guangzhou and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The team presented its paper, "Injected and Leaked: Actively Inducing Side-Channel Leakage Using Electromagnetic Injection and Hardware Nonlinearity," at USENIX Security 2026.

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Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra reportedly getting major battery upgrade - Notebookcheck - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:41:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra reportedly getting major battery upgrade Notebookcheck
  2. Samsung will finally give the Galaxy S27 Ultra something that users have been dying for PhoneArena
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra's battery capacities and charging specs revealed - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Why the Galaxy S27 Ultra Camera Upgrade Changes the Game Geeky Gadgets
  5. Samsung’s battery upgrades for Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro leak – is it enough? 9to5Google
 
Deals: iPhone 18 Pros launch, refurbished iPhone 17 Pros are expensive, Galaxy Z8 foldables discounted - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:31:02 GMT
  1. Deals: iPhone 18 Pros launch, refurbished iPhone 17 Pros are expensive, Galaxy Z8 foldables discounted - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. The iPhone 18 Pro’s big camera update is all about the small gains The Verge
  3. The iPhone 18 Pro Is for the Shutterbugs WIRED
  4. The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide Apple
  5. iPhone 18 Pro: The New Features You Should Try First MacRumors
 
Valve open-sources Lepton, its Android compatibility layer for the Steam Frame - TechSpot Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:41:00 GMT

The code is now available through Valve's GitLab repository.

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Valve fixes one of Steam Frame’s most annoying issue: slow charging - VideoCardz.com - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:29:04 GMT
  1. Valve fixes one of Steam Frame’s most annoying issue: slow charging VideoCardz.com
  2. Steam Frame: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  3. Steam Frame: What early reviewers said about the $1,000+ VR headset Mashable
  4. Steam Frame Gets First SteamOS Update With Substantially Faster Charging TechPowerUp
  5. Scalpers Are Trying to Sell Valve's Steam Frame for Up to $2,000, but the Community Is Fighting Back ign.com
 
M6 Pro Chip Result on Geekbench is Likely Fake - MacRumors - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:59:01 GMT
  1. M6 Pro Chip Result on Geekbench is Likely Fake MacRumors
  2. M6 Pro benchmark surfaces despite claims of a short chip generation AppleInsider
  3. Apple Releasing Two New Macs Next Week MacRumors
  4. Apple M5 Ultra Scores Big GPU Gains in Leaked Geekbench Benchmark TechPowerUp
  5. M5 Ultra Demolishes The 96-Core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX CPU In New Geekbench 7 Scores; Obtains 11% Higher Multi-Core Score With Less Than Half The Number Of Cores Wccftech
 
After 7 years of foldables, the iPhone Duo proves Samsung is still missing crucial features - How-To Geek - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:30:13 GMT
  1. After 7 years of foldables, the iPhone Duo proves Samsung is still missing crucial features How-To Geek
  2. Samsung Fans Are Thoroughly Unimpressed by Apple’s Foldable Phone WSJ
  3. Samsung Finds Another Guy Named Tim Cook To Promote Galaxy Z Fold 8 Forbes
  4. Samsung’s taking a ‘More is More’ approach to foldable competition 9to5Google
  5. iPhone Duo: Twice the fun or double trouble? The Straits Times
 
An AI hallucination nearly started a war between the US and China - TechSpot Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:43:00 GMT

Sources connected to the US military recently told CNN that the US nearly moved to intercept a Chinese vessel in the Middle East this spring based on false intel from an AI-assisted report. The report was based on an inaccurate chatbot response that identified the ship as carrying materials for...

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Warhammer 40k: Auspex Scanning the New Space Marine Models - Bell of Lost Souls - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:36 GMT
  1. Warhammer 40k: Auspex Scanning the New Space Marine Models Bell of Lost Souls
  2. First look: Space Marines datasheets Warhammer Community
  3. Games Workshop Pre-Orders: New Space Marines Make Planetfall Bell of Lost Souls
  4. Arm drop pods - Space Marine reinforcements are coming to 40k in a new round of pre-orders wargamer.com
  5. Pre-order for new Space Marine sets for Warhammer 40,000 and their Codex opens on September 19 ixbt.games
 
Round Up: The Switch 2 Games We Played At TGS From 2026's Shoo-In 'Publisher Of The Year' - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Round Up: The Switch 2 Games We Played At TGS From 2026's Shoo-In 'Publisher Of The Year' Nintendo Life
  2. A close quarters look at Proto Man in Mega Man: Dual Override PlayStation.Blog
  3. Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The Capcom Spotlight - TGS 2026 Showcase Pure Xbox
  4. Hands-On Preview: Mega Man: Dual Override (Switch 2) Nintendojo
  5. Capcom reveals new Mega Man and Monster Hunter expansion details at TGS marinij.com
 
Apple's new hardware chief says seeing screen protectors used on iPhones makes his "skin crawl" - TechSpot Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:57:00 GMT

Apple introduced the material with the iPhone 17 lineup and also uses it on the new iPhone 18 Pro and the outer screen of the new iPhone Duo foldable.

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New releases from Blancpain, Czapek, Grand Seiko and more - Time+Tide Watches - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:31:31 GMT
  1. New releases from Blancpain, Czapek, Grand Seiko and more Time+Tide Watches
  2. Introducing Blancpain Celebrates The 70th Anniversary Of The Ladybird Collection With The Mini "Lady B" Revival Hodinkee
  3. Blancpain Debuts the Petite, Spherical Lady B Wristwatch Hypebeast
  4. First Look: The Blancpain Lady B, a Small, Spherical and yet Mechanical Wrist-Worn Jewel Monochrome Watches
  5. On the Bubble: The New Blancpain Lady B is a Tribute to True Greatness watchonista.com
 
5 phones to buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro - Digital Trends - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:34:50 GMT
  1. 5 phones to buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Digital Trends
  2. I’d love the Pixel 11 Pro even more if Google fixed these 4 things Digital Trends
  3. Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 11 Pro GSMArena.com
  4. Is The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Worth Buying Over The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8? bgr.com
  5. Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: the foldable with the best triple camera The Guardian
 
Samsung Confirms Free Feature Upgrade For Millions Of Galaxy Phones - Forbes - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:25:00 GMT
  1. Samsung Confirms Free Feature Upgrade For Millions Of Galaxy Phones Forbes
  2. Samsung Begins Official Rollout of One UI 9, Bringing the Latest Galaxy Experiences to More Devices news.samsung.com
  3. Samsung starts rolling out Android 17 with One UI 9, confirms initial list of Galaxy devices 9to5Google
  4. Here's when your Galaxy S25, Z Fold 7, and Galaxy S23 FE are scheduled for their next big update PhoneArena
  5. One UI 9 global release dates for some Galaxy devices revealed SamMobile
 
The Big Holes in Wearable Heart Rate Variability And Readiness Scores - Ground Truths | Eric Topol - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:01:29 GMT
  1. The Big Holes in Wearable Heart Rate Variability And Readiness Scores Ground Truths | Eric Topol
  2. Drowning in digital health data? 4 things to remember UCLA Health
  3. Study finds 45% of Brits track health data, but few understand it NT News
  4. What wearable tech can tell you about your health UT MD Anderson
 
Ascendance Has Me Hyped to Obsess Over Monster Hunter Wilds Again - Push Square - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Ascendance Has Me Hyped to Obsess Over Monster Hunter Wilds Again Push Square
  2. Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance hands-on report – taking on new monster Araketa and Elder Dragon Teostra PlayStation.Blog
  3. Go on a 3-in-1 Hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Anime News Network
  4. Unbiased Monster Hunter producer predicts one weapon will climb the popularity rankings in Ascendance, has no agenda: 'Hammer should definitely go up a place or two' PC Gamer
  5. Monster Hunter Wilds confirms QOL for the base game and two returning monsters for Ascendance Massively Overpowered
 
Our top iPhone 18 Pro accessories to upgrade your setup [Updated] - 9to5mac.com - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:57:00 GMT
  1. Our top iPhone 18 Pro accessories to upgrade your setup [Updated] 9to5mac.com
  2. These Are the Best Cases for the iPhone 18 Pro, According to Our Longtime Apple Reviewer WSJ
  3. Protect your iPhone Duo & iPhone 18 Pro lineup with ESR's latest cases AppleInsider
  4. My iPhone 18 Pro Has One of These Accessories on It at All Times CNET
  5. I've spent years testing screen protectors. These are the 8 best for your iPhone 18 Pro Max Business Insider
 
Control Resonant Comparison Shows Difference Between Xbox Series X And Series S - Pure Xbox - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT
  1. Control Resonant Comparison Shows Difference Between Xbox Series X And Series S Pure Xbox
  2. Control Resonant Has Remedy's Signature Touch, Uplifting Its Sharp Combat That Eventually Dulls ign.com
  3. Control Resonant Performance Benchmark Review - 35 GPUs Tested - Performance with Ray Tracing TechPowerUp
  4. Control Resonant: How Remedy is going bigger and weirder with its paranatural horror sequel on September 24 PlayStation.Blog
  5. The ‘Control Resonant’ Metacritic Review Score Has Finalized With GOTY Potential Forbes
 
Women and Younger Photographers Are Behind Fujifilm’s Meteoric Rise - PetaPixel - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:17 GMT
Women and Younger Photographers Are Behind Fujifilm’s Meteoric Rise PetaPixel
 
Apple Top Executive Doesn't Want You To Use Screen Protector On iPhone: 'It Makes My Skin Crawl' - NDTV - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 12:43:51 GMT
  1. Apple Top Executive Doesn't Want You To Use Screen Protector On iPhone: 'It Makes My Skin Crawl' NDTV
  2. ‘A lot of blood, sweat, and tears went into that’: Apple’s new VP of Hardware Engineering says he wants you to ‘hold us accountable’ for the iPhone Duo’s hinge durability TechRadar
  3. Apple Exec Says 'Hold Us Accountable' on iPhone Duo Crease MacRumors
  4. Apple explains how it made the iPhone Duo crease nearly disappear Digital Trends
  5. Apple is confident the iPhone Duo’s crease will prove naysayers wrong, and I’d love that to be true PhoneArena
 
Learning another language may be one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy - ArsTechnica Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:10:43 GMT
Research suggests that bilingualism can offer cognitive benefits.
 
Is Your TV Spying on You? Yes, and Here’s How to Fix It - CNET - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Is Your TV Spying on You? Yes, and Here’s How to Fix It CNET
  2. There are ways to protect yourself from your spying TV The Verge
  3. Dude Rips Out Mic And Wifi From New LG TV That Reportedly Spies On Customers: 'You Don't Own The Glass On This One!' Kotaku
  4. Smart TVs track viewing through ACR — The Verge UA.NEWS
  5. LG Tv’s Data Logging Scandal On New Jersey
 
Forget the AI Slowdown—the Vulnerability Explosion Is Already Happening - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
AI labs are toying with an industry-wide pact to slow development. Meanwhile, widely available AI chatbots are already helping uncover a tidal wave of security flaws.
 
What Is a Smart Lock? Why I Recommend This Security Upgrade for Everyone - CNET Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A smart lock upgrade offers excellent utility and control without sacrificing privacy.
 
Your next iPhone is about to cost significantly more because of Samsung - PhoneArena - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:53:45 GMT
  1. Your next iPhone is about to cost significantly more because of Samsung PhoneArena
  2. DRAM pricing will mean more iPhone price hikes in 2027, no relief through 2028 AppleInsider
  3. Apple reportedly accepts Samsung's 1Q27 memory hike, raising the 2027 smartphone cost floor digitimes
  4. Memory pricing suggests iPhones could get even more expensive in 2027 Mashable
  5. Apple Pays More for Storage–Will iPhones Get Even More Expensive? Yahoo News UK
 
Adults Are Sharing Their "I Can't Believe I Have To Explain This To Another Adult" Stories, And Wow - Yahoo - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:31:02 GMT
Adults Are Sharing Their "I Can't Believe I Have To Explain This To Another Adult" Stories, And Wow Yahoo
 
Tired of Cluttered Productivity Apps? This One’s Just a Text Document - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The totally free macOS app Tasks.txt makes up for missing features with sheer elegance.
 
Samsung Galaxy Watch9 Review: I Don’t Need Another Health Score - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Samsung’s latest smartwatch offers useful health tracking alongside a growing pile of metrics you may never use.
 
No One Wants To Talk About This Embarrassing Part Of Aging — But This Small Toilet Tool Can Help - HuffPost - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:19 GMT
No One Wants To Talk About This Embarrassing Part Of Aging — But This Small Toilet Tool Can Help HuffPost
 
Rings around a tiny body have changed over the past decade - ArsTechnica Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:06 GMT
Chariklo is only about 250 km across, but it has two rings, and they're changing.
 
Mathematicians Hate AI. They Can’t Quit It - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Powerful AI models have created an existential risk to the field, but researchers can’t stop relying on them because they’re too useful.
 
An Editor’s Picks: The Best Gifts for Bird Lovers - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Whether they’re into feeders, field guides, or games, these tried-and-tested picks are sure to land perfectly.
 
The Best Early Prime Day Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Second Sale (2026) - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:39:00 GMT
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin on October 6 and 7, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.
 
Residents Harmed by Oil Drilling May Soon Receive Reparations Under New California Law - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT
While lawmakers iron out the details, advocates hope this approach could serve as a model for addressing histories of environmental hazards often concentrated in Black and low-income neighborhoods.
 
Join the WIRED World Fair in Miami on November 4 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
For one day only, WIRED is bringing the technologies, people, and cultural forces transforming our world off the page and into real life.
 
6 Best VPN Services (2026), Tested and Reviewed - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Every VPN says it’s the best, but only some of them are telling the truth.
 
Poll: What were your favorite announcements from Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2026? - TrueAchievements - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:01:31 GMT
  1. Poll: What were your favorite announcements from Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2026? TrueAchievements
  2. Tokyo Game Show opens with more exhibitors from overseas, new entrants Japan Wire by Kyodo News
  3. Tokyo Game Show 2026 Proves That Japanese Console Games Are Now In Ascendance Forbes
  4. These are all the new Xbox games and trailers shown at Tokyo Game Show 2026 Windows Central
  5. TGS 2027 to Open on September 16, Running for 5 Days Again Next Year Inven Global
 
AI helps turn old milk bottles into new ones - bbc.com - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:18:47 GMT
AI helps turn old milk bottles into new ones bbc.com
 
Xiaomi Has a Luxury SUV for $31,000 That All Western Brands Should Fear - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The SkyNomad—with heated floors, a projector, a pop-up roof, a fridge, swiveling seats, and over 1,000 miles of range—is a “luxury” ride that undercuts Range Rovers by tens of thousands of dollars.
 
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Is Getting A Manga Series, Here's The Key Art - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:35:34 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Is Getting A Manga Series, Here's The Key Art Nintendo Life
  2. Fire Emblem Heroes celebrates the release of Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave with new characters, events, and goodies nintendo.com
  3. Fire Emblem Is Officially Nintendo’s Strongest GOTY 2026 Contender Polygon.com
  4. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review: Let The Games Begin Game Informer
  5. Supports and Romance - Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Guide ign.com
 
Newegg Promo Codes and Coupons for September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg promo code and discount codes. Save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
 
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.
 
20% Off Samsung Promo Code | September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This September 2026 - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you're looking for a Whoop free trial, student discount, or military savings, our guide to Whoop promo codes will help you maximize your membership benefits. Stay on top of your fitness goals for less.
 
KitchenAid Promo Codes: Save Up to 20% - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 20% off countertop appliances.
 
Flock Offers Employees Buyouts as Customers Flee - Wired Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:22:54 GMT
As dozens of cities end contracts for its controversial license plate readers, Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program, WIRED has learned.
 
Samsung Phone Users Can Now Sync Photos and Video to Google - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:28:37 GMT
Syncing to Microsoft OneDrive will end on Sept. 30.
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Sept. 19, #1196 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:01:08 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle No. 1,196 for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
 
Battery Replacement Has Gotten Pricier for Apple’s Latest iPhone 18 Pro Models - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:46:49 GMT
Most phone batteries degrade faster than we want them to.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Launch Could Be the First of Many for Apple’s New CEO This Year - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:38:54 GMT
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max may be the first phones to go on sale under new Apple CEO John Ternus, but today’s launch hinted at even more hardware launches to come.
 
AI hallucination of Chinese nuclear components almost led to US military attack - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:26:33 GMT
But the military's overall use of AI seems to be accelerating.
 
GlobalFoundries and Marvell are scaling up silicon photonics efforts as data centers outgrow copper wiring - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:25:00 GMT

GlobalFoundries and Marvell Technology have announced an expanded partnership in manufacturing novel connectivity solutions. The multi-year agreement centers on GlobalFoundries' silicon germanium (SiGe) technology, with the company increasing production capacity at its Burlington, Vermont plant.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE reviews: a decent phone, awful price - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:09:00 GMT
The Galaxy S26 FE gets plenty right, including a bright AMOLED display, good performance, capable cameras, and seven years of software updates. The problem is value: reviewers find few meaningful upgrades over the S25 FE, while the higher price puts it against stronger alternatives.
 
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Sept. 19, #1918 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today’s NYT Wordle puzzle No. 1,918 for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
 
EA FC 27 scores solid reviews as gameplay improvements take center stage - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:54:00 GMT
EA Sports FC 27 builds on the familiar formula with sharper gameplay, smarter player movement, improved Career and Ultimate Team modes, and the new social The Grounds mode. Reviewers highlight the improvements on the pitch and deeper progression, though there are lingering AI and gameplay issues.
 
27 years later, EverQuest Legends is just getting started - Polygon.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:53:10 GMT
27 years later, EverQuest Legends is just getting started Polygon.com
 
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review: The Series 12 Is Closing the Gap - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:36:48 GMT
The Ultra 4 gets smarter about health tracking and lasts longer between charges. But for most people, the Series 12 gets close enough.
 
Mathematicians Build Long-Awaited Graph Sandwich - Quanta Magazine - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:35:51 GMT
Mathematicians Build Long-Awaited Graph Sandwich Quanta Magazine
 
Sweeping EU Child Safety Proposal Would Transform Social Media, Online Gaming and AI Chatbots - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:32:11 GMT
The EU Kids Act would accelerate age verification plans and ban social media use for those under 13.
 
Here’s How an AI Slowdown Could Actually Be Enforced - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:21:09 GMT
Even if big AI companies agree to a pause, ensuring that nobody tries to sneak ahead could prove tricky.
 
FAA tees up $875M AI tool to help manage air traffic congestion - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:20:50 GMT
FAA plans for AI tool to help manage DC air traffic before a nationwide rollout.
 
AI Firms Knew Chatbots Were an ‘Existential Threat’ to Journalists, Court Docs Show - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:20:01 GMT
A Microsoft executive called OpenAI’s use of publishers’ material “the largest theft of labor in human history.”
 
The Big Autumn Preview – The Legion of the Damned enter the killzone - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:13:37 GMT
  1. The Big Autumn Preview – The Legion of the Damned enter the killzone Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team Announces Set with "Legion of the Damned" Fighters and Ork Nobz ixbt.games
  3. Warhammer 40k: The Legion Of The Damned Return In Kill Team – Armageddon Bell of Lost Souls
  4. Games Workshop Reveals Kill Team Armageddon Featuring Legion Of Damned SuaraGarut.ID
  5. The Legion of the Damned roars back into Warhammer 40k in Kill Team Armageddon wargamer.com
 
The Big Autumn Preview – A new duardin faction revealed! - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:58:40 GMT
  1. The Big Autumn Preview – A new duardin faction revealed! Warhammer Community
  2. Age of Sigmar: Khazalite Holds – New Dwarf Army Revealed! Bell of Lost Souls
  3. Confirming last week's leak, Age of Sigmar is finally getting traditional dwarfs wargamer.com
  4. Age of Sigmar: All New Dwarf Faction Leaked! Bell of Lost Souls
 
Almost 86% of Japanese game developers are using AI in their workflows, up from 51% in 2025 - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:40:00 GMT

According to a survey conducted by the Computer Entertainment Suppliers Association (CESA), there has been a massive surge in AI adoption among video game developers in Japan, with 85.8% of respondents reporting that they use generative AI as part of their game development process. While 63% of surveyed developers said...

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The Big Autumn Preview – Roleplay in the underhive - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:38:30 GMT
  1. The Big Autumn Preview – Roleplay in the underhive Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer Necromunda Roleplay Board Game Announced - Headhunter Adventures ixbt.games
  3. Warhammer 40K: Necromunda Gets A Brand New RPG Bell of Lost Souls
 
The Big Autumn Preview – New Tomb Kings march out - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:32:14 GMT
  1. The Big Autumn Preview – New Tomb Kings march out Warhammer Community
  2. The Big Autumn Preview – See all of the reveals here Warhammer Community
  3. Games Workshop: New TonePro Paints, Blood Bowl Goblins, Tomb Kings, and More On The Way Bell of Lost Souls
  4. Warhammer 40k Adeptus Custodes codex revealed, alongside massive new terminators wargamer.com
  5. The Big Autumn Preview – Paint. Better. Warhammer Community
 
The Big Autumn Preview – Slaanesh unleashed in the Age of Darkness - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:28:37 GMT
The Big Autumn Preview – Slaanesh unleashed in the Age of Darkness Warhammer Community
 
FCC lets Paramount sell 49.5% equity stake to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:57:41 GMT
FCC rejects concerns about repressive governments buying influence over CBS owner.
 
I Toured the Company Mapping Space Debris. Then I Polled Worried and Hopeful Scientists - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:54:12 GMT
From portable radars in shipping containers to orbital cameras, I asked scientists how the space-junk tracking industry plans to avoid catastrophic crashes.
 
Finding the cells that put our brain to sleep - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:49:50 GMT
Rare cells with widespread connectivity seem to be able to trigger sleep.
 
US government website used Chinese model the FBI called "malicious" - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:28:50 GMT
The Federal Register website briefly used an open source Chinese AI search tool.
 
Ghostrunner's studio is pricing its Soulslike "Valor Mortis" at $40, but it's worried you'll think that's too low - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:13:00 GMT

One More Level (OML), the studio behind the critically acclaimed first-person "runner" Ghostrunner, is almost ready to launch its new game. Valor Mortis will apply the developer's experience with first-person games to the Soulslike genre and will apparently require a smaller upfront payment than other "triple-A" productions while still offering...

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MIT researchers are mapping extreme weather risks — and building tools to act on them - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:00 GMT
The Climate Grand Challenges “New World of Weather” project shows how modeling, planning tools, and infrastructure analysis are translating research into real-world resilience.
 
A new chapter for MIT Reads - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT
A new focus on fiction and memoir aims to help the MIT community celebrate the power of storytelling and strengthen social connection.
 
This startup believes smaller, modular data centers can solve AI's infrastructure bottleneck - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:28:00 GMT

The funding round values Crusoe at about $30.9 billion after the investment, Chief Executive Chase Lochmiller said. Atreides Management, Valor Equity Partners, and Mubadala Investment co-led the round. Other investors include Founders Fund, TPG, and several sovereign wealth funds, including the Qatar Investment Authority.

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A new understanding of how enzymes influence bacterial protein production - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 GMT
Novel research expands scientific understanding of how RNA shapes the reading of genetic information.
 
Control Resonant reviews praise its spectacular world and bold new direction - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:07:00 GMT
Control Resonant takes Remedy's supernatural series into a semi-open-world Manhattan, with Dylan Faden replacing Jesse as protagonist. Reviewers like the reality-bending environments, art direction, story, and exploration, while reactions to the redesigned combat are more mixed.
 
An Undercover Google Analyst Infiltrated a Notorious Supply-Chain Hacking Gang - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT
TeamPCP pulled off the worst-ever software supply-chain hacking spree and breached thousands of companies. Now Google’s threat intelligence group says it had a mole inside the hackers’ inner circle.
 
AI PACs Have Dumped Nearly $1 Million Into an Obscure Senate Race - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:08 GMT
The reliably Republican South Dakota senate seat has an incumbent on the ballot. But PACs associated with AI labs and investors have already spent more money on the race than actual residents have.
 
If the AI Industry Followed Its Own Research, It Might Have Paused Already - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Anthropic’s CEO says that safety hinges on understanding how AI “thinks.” So far the evidence is disturbing.
 
Microsoft exec says AI training might be the "largest labor theft in human history" - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:51:00 GMT

Brent Hecht, Microsoft's director of applied science, predicted that people worldwide would view large language models as theft on an unprecedented scale, according to court documents released Thursday. The comments appear to counter Microsoft and OpenAI's public defense against an ongoing lawsuit brought by news outlets.

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The ‘GTA 6 Online’ Release Year Has Been Revealed, It Seems - Forbes - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:35:44 GMT
  1. The ‘GTA 6 Online’ Release Year Has Been Revealed, It Seems Forbes
  2. Twitch CEO Urges Game Firms to Avoid Attention Vortex of ‘GTA 6’ Bloomberg.com
  3. Twitch CEO says GTA 6 multiplayer will launch in 2027 PC Gamer
  4. Rockstar Games Owners Finally Reveal What Will Happen to GTA Online After the Launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, and Twitch CEO May Have Already Confirmed When the New Multiplayer Will Debut levelup.com
  5. GTA 6 Multiplayer: 2027 Window Unconfirmed GameLuster
 
Senators urge FTC to investigate whether Amazon and Walmart chatbots bury "Made in USA" products - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:09:00 GMT

The request follows a July report from Columbia University's Center for Law and the Economy. The report said the two AI systems did not consistently surface information about domestic-origin claims, even though they could provide information on goods made in other countries.

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Meet the winner of Nikon's Small World in Motion video contest - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:56:57 GMT
Ning Xu of Tsinghua University captured tiny cilia beating in airways of a child with rare respiratory disorder.
 
Gears of War: E-Day's final PC specs target 4K at 60 FPS with an RTX 5070 Ti, but upscaling is required at all levels - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:38:00 GMT

Gears of War: E-Day's system specs first appeared on its Steam page back in June, but the listings were for Minimum and Recommended specs, with no mention of resolutions, presets, upscaling, etc.

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Researchers used Claude to hack OpenAI - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:30:12 GMT
Researchers used Claude to reach an OpenAI employee account and sensitive GitHub data.
 
Adopt This Data Center Plushie and Hear Its Piercing Scream - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The satirical collaboration between a creative studio and the music producer behind Big Data, “Bezzy” is a cute little doll that spews the sounds of real data centers.
 
Meta’s Copyright System Is Being Weaponized Against Albanian Protesters - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT
After three months of daily anti-government protests—dubbed the Flamingo Revolution—the sudden mass suspension of Instagram accounts has led to fears of brigading against demonstrators.
 
Air traffic control assisted by AI could arrive as soon as next week - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:57:00 GMT

Federal aviation officials aim to launch a new AI-based air traffic control tool next week in Washington, DC, one of the US's busiest air travel corridors. The debut marks the beginning of a gradual nationwide rollout.

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Most of the world thinks AI is going to kill jobs, a new Pew survey finds - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:12:00 GMT

The US was the third most pessimistic nation when it comes to AI's effect on the workplace, with 71% of participants saying it will lead to fewer jobs in the country over the next 20 years. Only South Korea and Australia, both on 76%, were higher.

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The Clicks Communicator Ships in December With More RAM and New Mobile Service - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A new video shows off the BlackBerry-like phone’s features, including the speech-to-text Prompt Key, Message Hub and new Clicks Mobile wireless service.
 
Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials - TechSpot - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT
  1. Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials TechSpot
  2. A Decades-Old Chemistry Idea May Offer a Faster Way to Recycle Battery Cathodes AZoM
  3. Cornell Method Restores Dead EV Batteries to 95% Capacity gadgetreview.com
  4. 95% capacity restored: Scientists find way to revive old EV batteries Mathrubhumi English
  5. New Discovery: Recypering the old electric car batteries without unscrew them into raw materials Periskopi
 
Scientists develop a way to restore aging EV batteries without breaking them down into raw materials - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The work focuses on a common problem in aging lithium-ion batteries: buildup on the electrodes. As batteries are charged and discharged, a layer known as the solid electrolyte interphase, or SEI, grows on their surfaces. Some SEI is necessary, but too much of it slows the movement of electrons and...

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Best Gifts for Mom (2026): E-Readers, Digital Wall Calendar, Smart Bird Feeders - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:07:00 GMT
From a calendar that keeps my family organized to a frame that rescues photos from my camera roll, these favorites make thoughtful gifts.
 
Rocket Report: China wants a Raptor 3 engine; SpaceX set for big Starship test - ArsTechnica Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:11 GMT
“I can tell you SpaceX has already gone captive."
 
Submit Your Questions: Why Is Silicon Valley Still a Boys’ Club? - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT
How are women really faring in Silicon Valley? Submit your questions to our panel and we'll give you the scoop on September 24.
 
He Won the Nobel Prize for Protein Design. Now He Uses AI to Create Molecules Not Found in Nature - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT
David Baker spoke with WIRED en Español about where biological design is headed next and the great potential and risks of taking biology outside the bounds of the natural world.
 
A California county wants businesses to pay a fee when robots take someone's job - TechSpot Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors this week voted 4-0 to establish what is being called a first-of-its-kind permitting system for businesses using autonomous, AI-controlled robots.

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The Leftist Split Over AI Doom - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT
The left wants AI regulation. They just can’t agree on what it should look like or how concerned they should be.
 
Mophie’s Extendable MagSafe 3-in-1 Charging Stand Is 50 Percent Off - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Charge your trio of Apple gadgets–iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods–with one of my favorite telescopic stands.
 
It Still Feels Like Summer in Parts of the US. Blame El Niño - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Heat records are being shattered thanks to a boost from the natural climate pattern—and burning fossil fuels, of course.
 
Napster Is Back, and It Wants to Digitally Clone Teachers - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Once the music industry’s biggest headache, Napster’s next act is bringing AI to the classroom.
 
Why do Japanese studios suffer fewer layoffs? Because they have smaller teams and don't pay their execs $30m, says one expert - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:08:43 GMT
  1. Why do Japanese studios suffer fewer layoffs? Because they have smaller teams and don't pay their execs $30m, says one expert Eurogamer.net
  2. "They've watched so many people lose their jobs, that has an impact" – Managing morale in the wake of layoffs GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Japanese Studios Have ‘Staff Retention Of 97 Percent' Says Expert Kotaku
  4. Gaming Layoffs Are Happening In Japan, But Almost No One Is Talking About Them Forbes
  5. How certain game studios have avoided layoffs | Sustainability lessons for games GamesBeat
 
Best Open Earbuds (2026): Shokz, Bose, Soundcore, and More - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested dozens of open earbuds. My favorite ones let you hear the world and your tunes equally.
 
Why AI Isn’t Likely to Wipe Out Humanity With Bioweapons - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Of all the threats presented by uncontrollable artificial intelligence, scientists say death by plague ranks low.
 
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 18, #929 - CNET Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:38:50 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 18, 2026.
 
NordVPN Coupons: 75% Off, Plus 3 Months Free in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 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.
 
Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
 
Zoro Coupon Codes: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 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 in September 2026.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
25% Off Adidas Promo Code | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 15% or 30% with Adidas promo codes, plus explore Adidas deals for 40% off trendy sneakers.
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
Fueling a return journey from Mars - MIT Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is building technology to convert the Red Planet’s atmosphere into propellant for bringing astronauts home.
 
Save Up to 90% Off PC Games During Ubisoft's 40th Anniversary Sale, Plus Get One Game Totally Free - ign.com - Google Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:19:00 GMT
  1. Save Up to 90% Off PC Games During Ubisoft's 40th Anniversary Sale, Plus Get One Game Totally Free ign.com
  2. Ubisoft 40th Anniversary Sale for PC: For Honor Giveaway, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Has First Sale Ubisoft
  3. Ubisoft is giving away For Honor for free: claim it now and keep it forever GAMINGbible
  4. Hurry! Ubisoft is giving away its AAA game completely free, you'll get a free copy after you pick it up Letem světem Applem
  5. Ubisoft Officially Makes For Honor Free to Keep for a Limited Time IMDb
 
Razer's new $100 Kraken headset adds physical haptic feedback to over 100 supported games - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:52:00 GMT

Razer has a new headset for players interested in feeling some "real" haptic feedback during their gaming sessions. The Kraken V4 X Sensa HD Haptics Edition employs the same Sensa HD Haptics technology used by Razer in previous products, vowing to provide deeper integration across the wide range of games...

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We Can’t Stop Watching the First New Cat Species Found in a Century - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:47:49 GMT
Meet Leopardus tilcayo, the beautiful little South American feline charming the internet, and find out why it’s so special.
 
A NASA Scientist Found a Huge New Crater on the Moon by Accident - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:45:21 GMT
It’s unlikely another crater this big will be discovered in our lifetime.
 
Apple Watch Series 12 reviews: two-day battery life and better health tracking - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:36:00 GMT
The latest Apple Watch brings meaningful upgrades to battery life, health tracking, and everyday performance while keeping the same starting price. Reviewers praise the new health sensors, improved Siri, and battery life that can now stretch to two days.
 
RFK Jr. names 8 new members to influential preventive medicine task force - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:31:28 GMT
The USPSTF sets insurance coverage for preventive services, like colonoscopies.
 
MPC-HC 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain support and playback improvements - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:15:00 GMT
MPC-HC is a lightweight and highly customizable Windows media player, with strong codec support through its bundled LAV Filters and excellent compatibility with advanced renderers. Version 2.8.2 adds ReplayGain volume normalization, smoother seeking and file launching. For more recommended playback and streaming apps, check out our Essentials Software guide.
 
Small AI models let drones autonomously identify and attack battlefield targets - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:12:58 GMT
Scaleout deploys decentralized AI-driven learning to military bases and drones.
 
Team Behind Popular Ocarina Of Time PC Port Admit To Using AI For Years And Now Fans Are Freaking Out About 'Vibecoded Slop' - Kotaku - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:44 GMT
Team Behind Popular Ocarina Of Time PC Port Admit To Using AI For Years And Now Fans Are Freaking Out About 'Vibecoded Slop' Kotaku
 
Breville’s Wild New Toaster Swaps the Timer for Optic Sensors to Tell When Toast Is Done - CNET Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:24:43 GMT
The Eye Q may be too pricey for most households, but it’ll dazzle toast lovers with a padded budget.
 
Meet the 2026 tenured professors in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
Faculty members granted tenure in Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Political Science, and Theater.
 
Google announces new experimental "CC" AI agent for families - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:24:34 GMT
Multiple family members can share data to help the agent make plans and complete tasks.
 
MIT School of Engineering faculty and staff receive awards in spring 2026 - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:00 GMT
Faculty members and researchers were honored in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
 
Microsoft exec called AI scraping the “largest theft of labor in human history” - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:10:41 GMT
Microsoft, OpenAI emails reveal fear of AI “doom loop” killing news orgs.
 
Understanding the world, from the Cold War to the age of AI - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:25:00 GMT
For 75 years, the Center for International Studies has brought together social scientists, engineers, and practitioners to understand global change, shape public debate, and address generational challenges.
 
Republican bill would order ISPs, DNS providers, and VPNs to block piracy sites - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:07:28 GMT
Bill would help rightsholders obtain court orders to block foreign piracy sites.
 
US-Iran war permanently damaged Amazon's AWS infrastructure in the Middle East - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:01:00 GMT

Amazon recently confirmed that Iran's threats against US tech corporations were all but real. The company provided a few updates on the health of its AWS services in the Middle East, stating that some of its facilities have been damaged to the point of becoming completely inoperable for the foreseeable...

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macOS 27: Siri AI top features – Apple’s assistant finally comes to life [Video] - 9to5mac.com - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:45:00 GMT
  1. macOS 27: Siri AI top features – Apple’s assistant finally comes to life [Video] 9to5mac.com
  2. macOS Golden Gate: 10 Features to Try First MacRumors
  3. macOS 27 Golden Gate: The Ars Technica review Ars Technica
  4. macOS 27 is available now The Verge
  5. macOS 27 Golden Gate: the First Things You Need to Do Right Now Geeky Gadgets
 
LLMs respond differently to harmful prompts when AI watermarking is used - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:33:13 GMT
SynthID can cause models to follow harmful instructions they would otherwise refuse.
 
Lincoln Laboratory summer research interns take on national security challenges - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Anna Raymaker and Vivek Jagadeesh tackled cybersecurity threats to ships and inside operating systems, respectively.
 
A judge ruled Google broke antitrust law, then let it keep its entire ad-tech business - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:12:00 GMT

US District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema concluded that divestiture was "neither realistic nor needed," even after finding last year that Google had violated antitrust law in its handling of the ad-tech market. Instead, the ruling calls for changes to how Google's advertising tools operate. Google must make its products interoperable...

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IV drips used for "detoxification" actually filled with toxins; dozens poisoned - ArsTechnica Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:43:50 GMT
The IV drips included glutathione, which was not made to be injected.
 
Microsoft will reveal what's next for Windows and Surface next month, Nvidia RTX Spark included - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:32:00 GMT

The event is expected to cover Windows, Surface, Nvidia RTX Spark, and the broader PC market. It kicks off at 10am Pacific time, 1pm Eastern.

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Someone finally cracked the PlayStation 2's security chip, 26 years later - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:06:00 GMT

Reverse-engineering enthusiast "DiscoStarslayer" recently announced that the MechaCon security chip used in PlayStation 2 consoles has finally been dumped. The "secret" chip is now being fully documented, which should help developers with modding projects designed for original hardware.

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Fusion startups keep promising power plants, the physics still says otherwise - TechSpot Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:22:00 GMT

Pacific Fusion recently broke ground on a test facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Helion Energy says it plans to provide electricity to Microsoft by 2028. Other companies are aiming to build commercial plants in the 2030s.

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Play Wilderness Bound - Minecraft - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:12:10 GMT
  1. Play Wilderness Bound Minecraft
  2. Minecraft Java Edition 26.3 Minecraft
  3. Wilderness Bound game drop is now available for Minecraft on Nintendo Switch nintendo.com
  4. Minecraft Update 3.49/1.059 Released as Bedrock 26.51 MP1st
  5. Steve from Minecraft can now sit down and make a disposable bed - Wilderness Bound update introduced ixbt.games
 
If computers count all the petals, who tastes the cherries? - Aeon - Google Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:01:17 GMT
If computers count all the petals, who tastes the cherries? Aeon
 
Robotic lab sets up and runs optics experiments on demand - MIT Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The autonomous system could speed up testing of high-tech materials for applications such as solar cells, sensors, video displays, and quantum technologies.
 
iOS 27.2’s First Developer Beta Brings These Features to Some iPhones - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:14:43 GMT
The developer beta includes updates to apps like Facetime and Podcasts.
 
The iPhone Duo Will Run iOS 27.1 at Launch in October - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:58:15 GMT
The update has features built specifically for the new iPhone design.
 
Faces of MIT: Jay Wilcoxson - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Combining a background in private law practice with a passion for problem-solving, Wilcoxson supports MIT’s mission and principles through his work as counsel.
 
“Technology is the equalizer” - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Using knowledge gained from MIT’s free learning materials, an educator in rural India builds apps to reach students who can’t make it to school.
 
Inflection points and transitions in Alzheimer’s disease - nature.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:44:22 GMT
Inflection points and transitions in Alzheimer’s disease nature.com
 
New artist residency program at MIT expands views of the cosmos - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Inaugural artist Amy Karle will join astrophysicists at MIT’s Kavli Institute to explore questions about the universe and translate them into an immersive multimedia experience.
 
Nanoscale mechanics could enable brain-inspired computing - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new device uses reconfigurable motion to mimic the firing behavior of a neuron, which could lead to more efficient computing.
 
I Got the Inside Scoop on Apple’s New Health App, Now in Developer Beta - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:17:39 GMT
I spoke with Dr. Sumbul Desai, Apple’s VP of Health and Fitness, to learn more about the redesigned Health app and its new features.
 
Targeted genomic integration and rearrangement using prime assembly - nature.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:21:19 GMT
  1. Targeted genomic integration and rearrangement using prime assembly nature.com
  2. Boston Children’s-led team develops prime assembly for large DNA insertions AllSci
  3. New Gene-Editing Method, ‘Prime Assembly,’ Corrects Multiple Mutations at Once Harvard Medical School
  4. New prime assembly method enables long and precise DNA insertions News-Medical
  5. Gene editing using large insertions nature.com
 
New AI technique could make minimally invasive surgeries safer and more precise - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This patient-specific method, called xvr, helps doctors use X-rays for surgical navigation in fields such as orthopedics and neurosurgery.
 
Sea of Thieves: Season 21, Talk Like a Pirate Day, New Rewards, Amazing Prizes and More! - news.xbox.com - Google Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:01:31 GMT
  1. Sea of Thieves: Season 21, Talk Like a Pirate Day, New Rewards, Amazing Prizes and More! news.xbox.com
  2. Xbox AAA first-party game made free for a limited-time, no Game Pass required GAMINGbible
  3. Lose Yourself in Live Events in Sea of Thieves Season 21 Games Press
  4. Sea of Thieves and Hell Let Loose hit Xbox Free Play Days Neowin
  5. Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (September 17-20) Pure Xbox
 
MIT startups inspire with impressive presentations at Demo Day 2026 - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The event featured ventures solving problems in manufacturing, cybersecurity, health care spending, and more.
 
Measure by measure, studying society accurately - MIT Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Naoki Egami has become a standout in political methodology, helping refine tools that give scholars durable results.
 
How MIT student communities help develop lifelong skills and connections - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
Members of the Institute’s fraternities, sororities, and independent living groups translate their MIT experiences into cherished memories, friendships, and lessons about leadership and service.
 
MIT makes progress on campus climate goals - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Innovative strategies, technologies, and collaborations are helping MIT advance solutions on campus and beyond.
 
3 Questions: Putting nuclear waste into perspective - MIT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT
Professor Haruko Wainwright believes the risks posed by radioactive wastes cannot be properly assessed without also considering the hazards of chemical wastes.
 
There’s a 100% Chance AI Agents Are Already Ruining the Internet - 404 Media - Google Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:32:30 GMT
  1. There’s a 100% Chance AI Agents Are Already Ruining the Internet 404 Media
  2. A Swarm of AI Agents Could ‘Take Over the Internet’ Within 6 Months, Scientists Say Popular Mechanics
  3. The internet belongs to the AI agents now Business Insider
  4. AI bots "Timmy," "Ren," and "Jackie" are flooding social media with slop Ars Technica
  5. AI agents are agreeing and acting: machines are now smarter than humans. Their principals merely agree Fortune
 
Marine bacteria team up to break down one of the ocean's toughest carbon-storing molecules - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Researchers reveal how communities of marine bacteria divide the task of degrading fucoidan, a key player in ocean carbon storage.
 
I’ve Used iOS 27 for Months. Here Are 7 Things I Like and 3 I’m Still Confused About - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:11:55 GMT
The new OS consistently nudges things in a good direction, even if it doesn’t feel like a total overhaul.
 
What ‘Optimizing Search and Siri’ Means in iOS 27 and How to Speed It Up - CNET Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:11:13 GMT
Your iPhone will still work, but the process may take some time.
 
New method enables AI for safety-critical situations - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “HardFlow” algorithm could help generative AI models produce high-quality outputs that obey strict requirements when “pretty close” doesn’t cut it.
 
MIT spinout turns plastic waste into resilient building materials - MIT Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Atlas Building Composites is commercializing MIT research to turn plastic waste into parts for buildings and other infrastructure.
 
Lifesaving Lincoln Laboratory device wins 2026 Excellence in Technology Transfer Award - MIT Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT
The handheld catheterization device AI-GUIDE, created by Lincoln Laboratory and Massachusetts General Hospital, promises improved health outcomes for injured service members and civilians.
 
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing launches pilot to help educators teach AI across disciplines - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:40:00 GMT
A weeklong summer workshop brought higher education faculty to campus to explore how AI and machine learning materials can be adapted for their classrooms.
 
A burst of “pink noise” may lead to more restorative sleep - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Delivered at just the right time, this type of auditory stimulus can strengthen the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which clears debris from the brain and keeps it healthy.
 
An electrochemical approach turns ammonia into pure hydrogen - MIT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT team has demonstrated a more efficient way to extract pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen carrier molecules.
 
Study predicts large disparities in access to food, water, and energy in 2050 - MIT Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In some regions of the world, the poorest people may spend about 50 percent of their income on food, while the richest spend about 5 percent.
 
Researchers tune into Arctic under-ice sounds and test through-ice communication - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:25:00 GMT
The work is part of a multiyear effort to develop a distributed sensor network for relaying data collected from this critical region.
 
New method allows scientists to follow gene activity over time in the same cells - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In the new method, cells package and export their RNA, enabling researchers to sequence and analyze the RNA without killing the cells.
 
Stories from the steel mills: A model for sharing workers’ histories - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT anthropologist Chris Walley developed a project for people in Southeast Chicago to tell their histories — an approach any community can adopt.
 
How architects turned a hulking brick box into MIT’s newest academic hub - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A venerable storage facility has become a 21st-century architectural tour de force. Here are the key decisions that transformed the Met Warehouse.
 
Governor Healey, MIT President Kornbluth to Kick Off Festivities at MIT Future Fest - MIT Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The five-day festival will explore the future of science, technology, art and design from Wednesday, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 4
 
Faculty receive promotions in the School of Architecture and Planning for 2026 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:50:00 GMT
The range of faculty disciplines showcases the breadth of research and scholarship across the school.
 
3 Questions: The essential role of international engagement - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:15:00 GMT
Duane Boning, MIT’s vice provost for international activities, discusses the Institute’s approach to global engagement.
 
Assistant Professor Thomas Rose, an expert in archaeometallurgy, dies at 37 - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Colleagues remember Rose as an enthusiastic and gracious friend who had recently started a promising research track at MIT.
 
Fabrication platform could enable flexible, transparent next-generation photonic chips - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:45:00 GMT
This scalable process produces high-performance chips for applications like discreet wearables or pliable augmented-reality displays.
 
Giving farmers a more sustainable way to protect crops - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Led by Andee Wallace PhD ’20, Robigo uses cutting-edge biotechnology to engineer microbes to fight pests, reducing the need for harmful chemical pesticides.
 
New qubit architecture enables faster, more accurate operations - MIT Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer.
 
Building foundations that last - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:35:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Iwnetim Abate creates space for ambitious research and sustainable growth for his graduate students.
 
System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle’s AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
 
New research shows a neutrino laser is impossible - MIT Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Due to physical and fundamental limitations, an earlier proposal for producing laserlike beams of neutrinos cannot be achieved, scientists report.
 
Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:25:00 GMT
The senior lecturer, already director of the degree program, will now oversee all aspects of the center’s activities and operations.
 
Atlas of the brain’s striatum could guide researchers to new drug treatments - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals insights into populations of neurons affected by Huntington’s disease, schizophrenia, addiction, and other disorders.
 
Ila Kumar: Innovating with communities - MIT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student works to give young people an active role in shaping digital technologies that can support their own well-being.
 
At MIT convocation, a warm welcome for the Class of 2030 - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
The Institute is “so glad and so grateful” to have this year’s new undergraduates aboard, President Kornbluth said at the annual greeting ceremony.
 
Study: Peptides can form well-defined structures in harsh, Venus-like conditions - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
New research offers support for the possibility that complex biological molecules could exist in the highly acidic environment of Venus’s cloud layer.
 
How an MIT research project became a global programming language - MIT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
With millions of users across the world, Julia has been used to conduct cutting-edge research and to design new drugs, jet engines, heat pumps, and more.
 
Archived: Building 18 Updates - MIT Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
The Simplest Way to Get Rid of Old Laptops, Printers and Computers Without Paying Anything - CNET Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:25:14 GMT
Getting rid of old computers and printers responsibly is free, accessible and considerably simpler than most people assume.
 
Projector Screen: Do You Need One for Your Home Theater? - CNET Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:46:51 GMT
Projectors can create an image on any flat surface. So do you really need a screen?