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New York becomes the first state to ban smart glasses in courtrooms - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:12:00 GMT

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

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A baseball-sized sensor can detect chemical threats - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:10:00 GMT
The “TOSSIT” device, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, can warn service members and first responders of dangerous vapors and aerosols.
 
The 1X Neo Robot Has Freaky Fast Fingers - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:01:22 GMT
The soft, weirdly sexualized home-chore robot has been given some very tactile hands.
 
Kraken Technology, which designs and builds autonomous maritime platforms, such as uncrewed subsurface vessels, raised a $175M Series B at a $1B valuation (John Reynolds/Tech.eu) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:45 GMT

John Reynolds / Tech.eu:
Kraken Technology, which designs and builds autonomous maritime platforms, such as uncrewed subsurface vessels, raised a $175M Series B at a $1B valuation — It says it will use the funding to develop its uncrewed surface vessels while expanding manufacturing facilities.

 
Tiny robot boats build floating structures - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:50:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed FloatForm, a swarm of small aquatic robots that snap together like ants forming a raft, assembling into reconfigurable structures on the water.
 
Lenovo Has Officially Ditched Its Piracy-Packed Game Boy-Like Device - Kotaku - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:37:19 GMT
  1. Lenovo Has Officially Ditched Its Piracy-Packed Game Boy-Like Device Kotaku
  2. Lenovo Pooped Their Pants & Finally Terminated The Controversial G02 Handheld Retro Dodo
  3. Lenovo may have finally killed its shady $60 gaming handheld Android Authority
  4. Lenovo Kills Controversial Emulation Handheld That Came Pre-Loaded With Nintendo And Sega ROMs Time Extension
  5. Lenovo Kills Its ‘Game Boy’ That Was Preloaded With Illegal Games Gizmodo
 
Free Play Days returns with three free Xbox games to play this weekend - TrueAchievements - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:27:33 GMT
  1. Free Play Days returns with three free Xbox games to play this weekend TrueAchievements
  2. Free Play Days – Call of Duty Black Ops 7, Diablo IV, Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure, and More XBOX Wire
  3. Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 4-5) Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox Makes 4 Games Completely Free Until July 5, No Game Pass Needed ScreenRant
  5. Xbox Makes Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Free, No Game Pass Required IMDb
 
Bun creator says he rewrote Bun from Zig to Rust using a pre-release version of Claude Fable 5 in 11 days; the task would've taken three engineers about a year (Jarred Sumner/bun.com) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:25:01 GMT

Jarred Sumner / bun.com:
Bun creator says he rewrote Bun from Zig to Rust using a pre-release version of Claude Fable 5 in 11 days; the task would've taken three engineers about a year — Disclosure: Bun was acquired by Anthropic in December 2025. I and others on the Bun team work at Anthropic.

 
Interpol arrests 5,811 people, seizes $293 million in global scammer crackdown - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:23:00 GMT

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

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Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode and everyone feels sad - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:04:43 GMT
  1. Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode and everyone feels sad Eurogamer.net
  2. The Patch Notes For Destiny 2’s Final Hotfix Ever Forbes
  3. What happens when an online game dies? Financial Times
  4. Destiny 2 now in maintenance mode as Bungie offers final Gloriabundus emblem Stevivor
  5. Destiny 2 disables Divinity exploit in final hotfix MSN
 
The Most Likely Return To ‘Destiny’ Is A ‘Destiny 1’ Remake - Forbes - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:56:38 GMT
The Most Likely Return To ‘Destiny’ Is A ‘Destiny 1’ Remake Forbes
 
Anthropic’s new Claude feature is quietly selling you on AI - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:53:09 GMT
  1. Anthropic’s new Claude feature is quietly selling you on AI TechCrunch
  2. Say hello to Claude Wrapped The Verge
  3. Anthropic's Reflection: AI gets its screen-time moment Axios
  4. 'Reflect' with Claude gives users insight into chatbot habits Mashable
  5. Claude's New Reflect Dashboard Wants To Help You Log Off Of Claude Engadget
 
Character.AI launches three human-written, AI-generated microdramas, whose characters users can chat with, and aims to eventually let users make their own shows (Ivan Mehta/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:50:01 GMT

Ivan Mehta / TechCrunch:
Character.AI launches three human-written, AI-generated microdramas, whose characters users can chat with, and aims to eventually let users make their own shows — Microdramas are such a rage these days that nearly every kind of company in the attention economy space — be they dedicated microdrama apps …

 
You can snap up a Lego Hubble set before the real one burns up in the atmosphere - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:49:20 GMT
The $140, 1,252-piece Hubble Telescope Lego set goes on sale on August 1.
 
The Best Deals Worth Shopping This Week, According to CNET's Experts - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:48:00 GMT
Skip the endless scrolling. We've rounded up standout discounts that are actually worth your money.
 
Conspiracies and regrets abound in Dune: Part Three trailer - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:45:44 GMT
"You promised me that you would never take power in your name."
 
Before iOS 27, Don't Forget to Check Out These iOS 26.4 Features - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:34:05 GMT
New emoji and video podcasts are just a couple features the update brought to your device in March.
 
Ruf debuts new flat-eight engine at Goodwood - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:32:48 GMT
The 4.8 L eight-cylinder generates more than 1,000 hp and 1,000 Nm, Ruf says.
 
Muse Spark 1.1 costs $1.25 per 1M input tokens and $4.25 per 1M output tokens; Alexandr Wang says coding and agentic tasks were key focuses (Ina Fried/Axios) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:30:17 GMT

Ina Fried / Axios:
Muse Spark 1.1 costs $1.25 per 1M input tokens and $4.25 per 1M output tokens; Alexandr Wang says coding and agentic tasks were key focuses — Facebook's parent company on Thursday updated its Muse Spark large language model and followed through on a promise to make it available to developers.

 
After losing about $1 billion in Reaper drones over Iran, the US wants a disposable alternative - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:27:00 GMT

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

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Meta launches a Meta Model API, whose pricing Mark Zuckerberg says will be "aggressive and attractive" at ~25% of the cost of OpenAI and Anthropic models (Kurt Wagner/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:25:00 GMT

Kurt Wagner / Bloomberg:
Meta launches a Meta Model API, whose pricing Mark Zuckerberg says will be “aggressive and attractive” at ~25% of the cost of OpenAI and Anthropic models — In a crowded market for AI tools, Mark Zuckerberg wants to win on price. — Meta Platforms Inc. unveiled a version …

 
Rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max specs point to Apple’s heaviest iPhone in years - 9to5Mac - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:18:00 GMT
  1. Rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max specs point to Apple’s heaviest iPhone in years 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Max will be a chunky boy, report claims Mashable
  3. iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max Release Date: A New September Timeline Emerges Forbes
  4. iPhone 18 Pro Battery Capacities Revealed by Regulatory Filings MacRumors
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Leak reveals Apple’s plan to differentiate models 9to5Mac
 
Meta releases Muse Spark 1.1, capable of more advanced coding and a "step-change" from the first generation, available to US developers via a public API preview (Dominic Preston/The Verge) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:12:37 GMT

Dominic Preston / The Verge:
Meta releases Muse Spark 1.1, capable of more advanced coding and a “step-change” from the first generation, available to US developers via a public API preview — Muse Spark 1.1 is available to US developers through a public API preview.

 
The PocketMage resurrects the PDA with an e-paper screen - The Verge - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:11:40 GMT
  1. The PocketMage resurrects the PDA with an e-paper screen The Verge
  2. The PocketMage Crowdfunding Campaign Is Finally Underway Hackster.io
  3. The $185 Modern Palm Pilot That Keeps You Off Your Smartphone Yanko Design
  4. PocketMage is a new E INK Typewriter and PDA Good e-Reader
  5. This E-Paper PDA Wants You to Ditch Your Smartphone for a Keyboard and Two Tiny Screens It's FOSS
 
Today's Best Storage Deal? This 4TB SanDisk SSD at $420 for the Next Few Hours - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:11:00 GMT
The SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD, a CNET top pick, is 53% off for the next few hours only.
 
'Siri AI' Lawsuit Update: Apple to Pay Owners of These iPhone Models - MacRumors - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:08:47 GMT
'Siri AI' Lawsuit Update: Apple to Pay Owners of These iPhone Models MacRumors
 
Sony's RX10 V superzoom finally arrives with a new design and 4K 120p video - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:05:16 GMT
Sony has finally unveiled the RX10 V superzoom with a 24-600mm zoom lens and 20.1-megapixel 1-inch sensor.
 
Sony's RX10 V Superzoom Finally Arrives With A New Design And 4K 120p Video - Engadget - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:05:16 GMT
  1. Sony's RX10 V Superzoom Finally Arrives With A New Design And 4K 120p Video Engadget
  2. Sony RX10 V Review: Sometimes the Best Still Isn’t Good Enough PetaPixel
  3. Sony brings back the superzoom RX10 with a stacked sensor and a high price The Verge
  4. What to Know About the New Sony RX10 Camera Teased to be Announced This Week No Film School
  5. Officially announced and available for preorder: New Sony RX10V super zoom camera! SonyAlphaRumors
 
European startups raised $24B in Q2, up 66% YoY and the strongest quarter in four years; UK startups raised $10.4B, above Germany's $3.2B, and France's $2.4B (Gené Teare/Crunchbase News) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:30 GMT

Gené Teare / Crunchbase News:
European startups raised $24B in Q2, up 66% YoY and the strongest quarter in four years; UK startups raised $10.4B, above Germany's $3.2B, and France's $2.4B — In Q2, Europe posted its strongest quarter in four years for venture funding, Crunchbase data shows.

 
A Brief History of the Crazy Old 7-Segment Display - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:09 GMT
How old is the seven-segment display? Surely it is a product of the 1970s. After all, calculators started showing up, and the height of junior high humor was plugging 7734 …read more
 
I Tested AI to Find Errors in My Medical Bills. Here’s What It Found - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Using ChatGPT to audit my complex health insurance claims was a massive undertaking -- but it confirmed a hidden $1,512 overpayment.
 
Best TVs of 2026: Expert Tested and Reviewed - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
I’ve reviewed the best TVs for every budget, including top brands such as LG, Samsung and TCL.
 
A Majority of European Lawmakers Voted Against Letting Big Tech Read Our Messages. They’re Going to Anyway - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:55:08 GMT
Companies will once again be allowed to scan citizens’ personal texts, emails, and social media messages via the “Chat Control” bill to find child abuse material online.
 
Games are almost always cheaper in shops, says new report, just as Sony announces an end to PlayStation discs and brings retailers' futures into question - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:51:19 GMT
  1. Games are almost always cheaper in shops, says new report, just as Sony announces an end to PlayStation discs and brings retailers' futures into question Eurogamer.net
  2. Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles PlayStation.Blog
  3. ‘Sony essentially destroys its own defense’: How its disc-free PS5 plan triggered a $457M lawsuit and undercut its antitrust defense Fortune
  4. Sony Is Killing an Iconic Product. It’s a Bleak Sign of Things to Come. Slate Magazine
  5. Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden on Sony's years-long debate over scrapping discs, and why this time it's probably "a straight spreadsheet decision" Eurogamer.net
 
Anthropic launches a "reflection" dashboard in beta for Free, Pro, and Max users to track Claude usage patterns over 1-, 3-, 6-, or 12-month intervals (Anthropic) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:50:00 GMT

Anthropic:
Anthropic launches a “reflection” dashboard in beta for Free, Pro, and Max users to track Claude usage patterns over 1-, 3-, 6-, or 12-month intervals — Today we're introducing, in beta, a new way to reflect on and refine how you use Claude. In our interviews with users …

 
Databento, which sells financial data feeds, raised a $97M Series B led by NEA, taking its total funding to $127M, and says it is "profitable every month" (Lily Mae Lazarus/Fortune) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Lily Mae Lazarus / Fortune:
Databento, which sells financial data feeds, raised a $97M Series B led by NEA, taking its total funding to $127M, and says it is “profitable every month” — Christina Qi spent a decade making money for billionaires, building Domeyard LP—a high-frequency trading hedge fund that traded up to $7.1 billion a day.

 
Micron raises its US capex commitment to $250B through 2035, adding $50B for facilities in NY, ID, VA, and elsewhere, and invests $500M in GlobalWafers (Maggie Eastland/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:40:01 GMT

Maggie Eastland / Bloomberg:
Micron raises its US capex commitment to $250B through 2035, adding $50B for facilities in NY, ID, VA, and elsewhere, and invests $500M in GlobalWafers — Micron Raises Planned Spending to Meet Memory Chip Demand — Video Player is loading. — Unmute — Current Time 0:00 Loaded: 66.43% Playback Rate

 
Professor's chart exposes the scale of AI cheating in college exams - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:38:00 GMT

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

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Anthropic's 'Reflection' Beta Tracks Your Habits to Improve How You Use Claude - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:35:58 GMT
Developed with wellness experts, the new dashboard tracks your habits and can remind you to log off.
 
The Reality Of Xbox’s Plans For ‘Fallout,’ ‘Elder Scrolls,’ ‘Halo’ And More - Forbes - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:35:30 GMT
  1. The Reality Of Xbox’s Plans For ‘Fallout,’ ‘Elder Scrolls,’ ‘Halo’ And More Forbes
  2. Bethesda Game Studios laying off Austin employees KVUE
  3. Xbox Layoffs Will Have a 'Substantial and Cascading Effect' on The Elder Scrolls 6 IGN
  4. Microsoft laying off 130 at gaming studio in Richardson Dallas News
  5. Xbox has laid off 379 Zenimax workers in Maryland Game Developer
 
Slate’s Gray $25,000 Truck Just Got a Crayola Makeover - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:31:13 GMT
The Bezos-backed automaker building America’s cheapest electric truck is teaming up with the crayon company in a bid to brighten its rides. Make ours Razzmatazz.
 
Free Waymo rides in California? You can thank a regulatory quirk. - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:31:00 GMT
State agency's delay could mean free robotaxi rides in company’s new Ojai vehicle for a few months.
 
Ollama, which helps developers run open-weight AI models locally, raised a $65M Series B led by Theory Venture, following a $15M Series A led by Benchmark (Julie Bort/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:30:03 GMT

Julie Bort / TechCrunch:
Ollama, which helps developers run open-weight AI models locally, raised a $65M Series B led by Theory Venture, following a $15M Series A led by Benchmark — The popular open source AI tool Ollama has raised a $65 million Series B, led by Theory Venture, founder and CEO Jeff Morgan tells TechCrunch.

 
New York is the first US state to ban smart glasses in all its courthouses - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
New York has banned smart glasses in all 1,240 state, county, city, town and village courts.
 
Claude's new Reflect dashboard wants to help you log off of Claude - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
The Claude Reflect dashboard is like a mix of Spotify Wrapped and the screen time tool on your phone.
 
Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:25:00 GMT
  1. Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help 9to5Google
  2. [Invitation] Galaxy Unpacked July 2026: A New Shape Unfolds Samsung Global Newsroom
  3. Samsung to Get Jump on Apple’s First Foldable With New Phones in July Bloomberg.com
  4. Official Renders For Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8, Watch 9, Watch 2 Ultra And Z Fold 8 Leak Engadget
  5. Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 Event: Invites Are Out, Here's What to Expect CNET
 
PrismML says it ran a 27B-parameter Qwen 3.6 model on an iPhone 17 Pro, bigger than any prior on-device model; sources: Apple held talks with PrismML about it (Aaron Tilley/The Information) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:20:01 GMT

Aaron Tilley / The Information:
PrismML says it ran a 27B-parameter Qwen 3.6 model on an iPhone 17 Pro, bigger than any prior on-device model; sources: Apple held talks with PrismML about it — Apple is on a quest to shrink powerful AI models to run on iPhones, which could cut down on cloud computing costs and enhance user privacy.

 
Here's how to block Meta from using your Instagram pictures for its AI - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:17:18 GMT
Meta has automatically opted all public accounts into its Muse Image AI.
 
Doubts Microsoft Would Be Able to Sell Off Xbox in Its Entirety Even if It Wanted To - IGN - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:12:28 GMT
  1. Doubts Microsoft Would Be Able to Sell Off Xbox in Its Entirety Even if It Wanted To IGN
  2. Every major Xbox change, cancellation, and rumor you need to know right now Polygon.com
  3. COLUMN: How the One forever altered the path of Xbox | Community News | swoknews.com The Lawton Constitution
  4. Can Microsoft Sell Xbox? Why a Full Sale Seems Unlikely games.gg
  5. It All Started with Perfect Dark: A Year Later, Xbox Continues Its Major Overhaul ixbt.games
 
The newest entrant in the military’s launch competition isn't actually a launch company - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:08:27 GMT
"I think it's fair to say that Phase 3 did not contemplate this."
 
Internal memo: Meta plans to begin production of its in-house AI chip, codenamed Iris, in September, and aims to boost its computing power to 14GW in 2027 (Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:51 GMT

Reuters:
Internal memo: Meta plans to begin production of its in-house AI chip, codenamed Iris, in September, and aims to boost its computing power to 14GW in 2027 — Meta Platforms (META.O) plans to start manufacturing an artificial intelligence chip from September as part of its plan …

 
Khosla-Backed Startup Claims Breakthrough With Largest-Ever AI Model on an iPhone - The Information - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Khosla-Backed Startup Claims Breakthrough With Largest-Ever AI Model on an iPhone The Information
  2. Report: Apple interested in startup that runs giant AI models on iPhone without servers 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Exploring Ways to Run Much Larger AI Models Directly on iPhones MacRumors
  4. New AI startup could shrink server-sized models for use on iPhones AppleInsider
  5. Prismml Said It Has Shrunk A 27-Billion-Parameter Ai Model To Run On An iPhone - The Information TradingView
 
Alienware 34 QD-OLED review: An ultrawide showcase for Samsung's latest display tech - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Alienware's latest 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor is far brighter than before, and it can finally handle text without fringing.
 
The 4 Security Companies That Earn Highest Marks for Data Protection - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
If you want to trust your security information to brands with a strong track record of protecting your data, these are my top picks.
 
WIRED World Fair - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:51:16 GMT
 
Budget smartphones are the next victim of the memory crisis - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:48:00 GMT

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

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India scraps import duties on some parts used to make devices like phones until March 31, 2029, removing 7.5% and 5% levies, which might help Apple and Xiaomi (Nikunj Ohri/Reuters) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:35:01 GMT

Nikunj Ohri / Reuters:
India scraps import duties on some parts used to make devices like phones until March 31, 2029, removing 7.5% and 5% levies, which might help Apple and Xiaomi — India has scrapped import duties on some parts used to make mobile phones and other electronic devices, removing the current 7.5% and 5% levies …

 
Ubisoft Barcelona Celebrates Successful Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Launch With Layoffs - Insider Gaming - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:23:29 GMT
  1. Ubisoft Barcelona Celebrates Successful Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Launch With Layoffs Insider Gaming
  2. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Successful Launch games.gg
  3. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Team Already Facing Layoffs at Ubisoft ComicBook.com
  4. Ubisoft Officially Laid Off 51 Devs After Finishing Work On Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced TheGamer
  5. Ubisoft Barcelona Laying Off 51 People Despite Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced's Successful Launch DualShockers
 
I swapped my smartphone for a 'dumb phone'. It changed me - USA Today - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:17:00 GMT
  1. I swapped my smartphone for a 'dumb phone'. It changed me USA Today
  2. WORLDWIDE WEDNESDAYS: The Evolution of Smartphones WJHG
  3. Are flip phones the solution to Gen-Z’s screen addiction? South West Londoner
  4. Would You Make the Switch? Yellow Scene Magazine
  5. Minimalist Phones Are Back In Style - Here's Why bgr.com
 
Apple supplier Luxshare fell in its Hong Kong trading debut, closing down 1.6%, after raising ~$3.1B in the city's biggest listing in 2026 so far (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:15:06 GMT

Bloomberg:
Apple supplier Luxshare fell in its Hong Kong trading debut, closing down 1.6%, after raising ~$3.1B in the city's biggest listing in 2026 so far — Apple Inc. supplier Luxshare Precision Industry Co. fell in its Hong Kong trading debut on Thursday after raising HK$24.3 billion ($3.1 billion) …

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

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

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World-First 'Super Alloy' Could Transform The Way Metals Are Made - ScienceAlert - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:02:20 GMT
World-First 'Super Alloy' Could Transform The Way Metals Are Made ScienceAlert
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Rumor Roundup: What We've Heard Ahead of the July 22 Unpacked - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:01:08 GMT
Now that we know Samsung's planning a July Unpacked event, leaks are painting a clearer picture of the company's next flip phone.
 
Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 10 Laptop Review: An 18-Inch Gaming Monster in Performance and Size - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:01:07 GMT
The Legion 9i Gen 10 has extreme performance, relatively low weight and an unavoidably big price.
 
This Smart Ring Is Worth Every Penny to Track Your Health Data - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
I've tested various smart rings, but none come close to this one.
 
Epilogue SN Operator Review: Super Nintendo Fun - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Provided you have a library of SNES cartridges, the SN Operator is a seamless plug-and-play system for easy ’90s nostalgia.
 
I quite fancy a Slate EV in a Crayola crayon color - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Slate's barebones EV trucks lack whimsy, which is why the company has teamed up with Crayola.
 
Sony, Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director they accused of "predatory behaviour", bringing $200m wrongful dismissal lawsuit to a close - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:51:17 GMT
  1. Sony, Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director they accused of "predatory behaviour", bringing $200m wrongful dismissal lawsuit to a close Eurogamer.net
  2. Bungie and Sony settle lawsuit with former Marathon director for undisclosed amount GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Christopher Barrett Settles $200M Lawsuit with Bungie and Sony, but the Real Payout Stays Hidden from the Public Wccftech
  4. Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director settles $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie: 'The outcome is one I am very satisfied with' PC Gamer
  5. Former Marathon director settles lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, following his firing over alleged inappropriate messages to female staff Rock Paper Shotgun
 
SpaceXAI launches Grok 4.5, its first built with Cursor's help - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:48:22 GMT
SpaceXAI has rolled out Grok 4.5, the first model it trained with Cursor.
 
34 People Who Made A Mistake That Ruined Their Whole Day - BuzzFeed - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:31:03 GMT
34 People Who Made A Mistake That Ruined Their Whole Day BuzzFeed
 
Dell 14S Review: Higher Price, Better Quality - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:31:00 GMT
The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.
 
Japanese firm reverses Blu-ray drive exit after securing parts, but prices jump up to 51% - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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

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T-Mobile faces backlash over new customer support restriction - thestreet.com - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:07:00 GMT
T-Mobile faces backlash over new customer support restriction thestreet.com
 
Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair Review: Just Right - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:06:00 GMT
The Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair gives you room to sit cross-legged, sideways, or however your body actually wants to sit.
 
Payloads used to dictate the terms of launch. That's finally changing. - ArsTechnica Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:26 GMT
"The Starship Pez dispenser demonstrates very smart industrial design and scale."
 
Fixing a Dodgy Cheap Audio DAC - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:06 GMT
One of the attractions of buying at the bottom end of the electronics market by mail order from China is that you never quite know what will come your way. …read more
 
Data Centers Are Quietly Taking Over Texas. The Pollution Could Be Catastrophic - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Thousands of new fossil-fuel power sources are quietly firing up across the state to power the AI boom, thanks to a regulatory loophole, leaving residents feeling blindsided.
 
YouTuber turns $4000 AMD Ryzen AI Halo into the SteamOS gaming system - VideoCardz.com - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:40:30 GMT
  1. YouTuber turns $4000 AMD Ryzen AI Halo into the SteamOS gaming system VideoCardz.com
  2. AMD Ryzen™ AI Halo Now Available at Micro Center AMD
  3. AMD Ryzen AI Halo Developer System Review AMD Goes for Local AI - Page 6 of 6 ServeTheHome
  4. AMD Ryzen AI Halo Is An Excellent & Powerful Mini PC With Fully Open-Source Software Review Phoronix
  5. AMD Ryzen AI Halo Review: A Dual-OS, 200B-Parameter Desktop Takes On the DGX Spark StorageReview.com
 
Best Microsoft Surface Laptop (2026): Which Model to Buy or Avoid - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.
 
Influencers Are Promoting $50 Straws They Claim Will Protect Against Electromagnetic Radiation - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
“EMF straws” and similar products are being sold as a way to block electromagnetic frequencies that come from common electronic devices, even without scientific evidence that they work.
 
Self-Driving Cars Are Interfering With First Responders. Feds Aren’t Happy - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT
NHTSA administrator Jonathan Morris called reports that self-driving cars had driven into emergency scenes and blocked ambulances and firefighters “unacceptable.”
 
The BBC and Channel 4 are in talks to merge streaming services... yet again - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:11:31 GMT
The BBC wanted to launch a UK-wide streaming service with ITV and Channel 4 in 2007... and again in 2017... will the third time be the charm?
 
Philips Evnia 27M2N5500XD 1000Hz Monitor Review - TechSpot Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:09:00 GMT
The Philips Evnia 27M2N5500XD promises 1440p at 540Hz and a 1,000Hz Dual Mode, but slow IPS response times leave this LCD monitor well short of its headline specs.
 
Tensor G7 Could Arrive With A Key Upgrade That’ll Make Nearly Everything Better About The Pixel 12, Assuming You’re Incredibly Patient - Wccftech - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:03:51 GMT
Tensor G7 Could Arrive With A Key Upgrade That’ll Make Nearly Everything Better About The Pixel 12, Assuming You’re Incredibly Patient Wccftech
 
The $28 Million Mistake That Inspired Estonia's AI “Fuckup Finder” - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:01:30 GMT
A single wording mistake cost the government millions. Now Estonia is using AI to spot legal errors before they become law—and to automate more of the state.
 
The Prediction Market Boom Has a Gambling Problem - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:01:07 GMT
Critics are raising red flags over Polymarket and Kalshi, where insider trading runs rampant.
 
The weirdest things that mess up wi-fi - and how to improve your signal - BBC - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The weirdest things that mess up wi-fi - and how to improve your signal BBC
 
Madison Square Garden Kept a List of Gay Celebrities - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
An MSG database tracked and categorized hundreds of celebs, famous Knicks superfans, and even some of Taylor Swift’s wedding guests. Labels included “LGBTQIA,” “DO NOT HOST,” and low to high “risk.”
 
Federal Investigators Say Certain DOGE Records Were Deleted - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A government report claims DOGE didn’t access sensitive systems. It also says the agency deleted records that would show if they had.
 
The Best Food Dehydrators for Self-Sufficient Kitchens (2026) - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Stretch seasonal produce, preserve leftovers, and build a pantry that lasts with our favorite food dehydrators for every budget.
 
How to Turn Your Phone Into a Personal Health Dashboard - The New York Times - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:02:08 GMT
How to Turn Your Phone Into a Personal Health Dashboard The New York Times
 
Why Do Some Soccer Players Cut the Heels Off Their Cleats? - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An image of Portugal forward Pedro Neto’s cleats at the World Cup has reignited a practice among some soccer players: modifying their cleats to relieve heel discomfort.
 
The 4 Best Home Air Conditioners to Buy Right Now - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:49:47 GMT
It's too hot. There, we said it. Protect your health and keep your home cool with one of these top-rated air conditioners.
 
Is an Air-Conditioning Revolution Coming to Europe? - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:44:57 GMT
As extreme heat becomes the norm on the continent, the AC culture wars may be solved by advances in environmentally friendly technology.
 
NHTSA calls out autonomous cars for interfering with first responders - Engadget Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:30:39 GMT
The NHTSA says it identified a 'pattern of driverless AVs' interfering with first responders. It's now demanding a solution from AV makers.
 
Die Casting Comes Home - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:30 GMT
You don’t normally think of die casting as something to do at home. Pressurized fluids demand respect at all times, which is perhaps in part why we see most projects …read more
 
The McLaren 788HS Is the Ultimate Evolution of the 750S, With 777 HP to Prove It - Road & Track - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:45:00 GMT
  1. The McLaren 788HS Is the Ultimate Evolution of the 750S, With 777 HP to Prove It Road & Track
  2. The 788HS Arrives as the Ultimate Evolution of McLaren's Mid-Engine V-8 Supercar Car and Driver
  3. The McLaren 788HS Is The Final Chapter For Three Supercars Motor1.com
  4. Photo Gallery: See the McLaren 788HS From Every Angle Road & Track
  5. The new 788HS is the first ‘new’ McLaren for almost two years Top Gear
 
Cheaper Phones Will Be Harder to Find This Year and in 2027, Analysts Warn - CNET Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:32:00 GMT
The memory shortage could force companies to stop making phones under $400.
 
C64 Finally Gets the SRAM Corporate Wouldn’t Pay For - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:34 GMT
If you think RAM is expensive now, try putting yourselves in the shoes of a Commodore engineer, circa 1981. RAM was eye-wateringly expensive by modern standards, and Jack Tramiel wanted …read more
 
Layla Sleep Coupon: Save Up to $600 in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your sleep setup with the latest Layla promo codes. Save on flippable mattresses, copper-infused pillows, and adjustable bases during the Spring Sale.
 
Skullcandy Discount Code: 30% Off | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on today’s top Skullcandy Promo Codes for Crusher Evo headphones, 36% off Crusher ANC 2 noise-canceling headphones, and more with amazing deals.
 
Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
 
Jabra Promo Codes: 30% Off Headphones, Headsets & More - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on Jabra headphones, headsets, and speakers with our verified promo codes, exclusive coupons, and limited-time deals in July 2026.
 
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
 
Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for July 2026.
 
Corsair Discount Code: Up to 50% Off for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your gaming setup or PC build for less with these verified Corsair coupon codes, student discounts, and refurbished deals.
 
Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for July - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
 
The Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
Babbel Promo Code: Up to 65% Off in July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Master a new language with expert-led courses. Use our verified Babbel coupon codes to save up to 65% on student plans and 60% on 6-month subscriptions.
 
Vivid Seats Promo Codes and Deals: Get 10% Off - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you are heading to a sold-out concert or a championship game, use a Vivid Seats discount code to secure your seats for less this July.
 
Newegg Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 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.
 
Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.
 
HP Coupon Codes and Deals July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
 
Breville Promo Code: $700 Off | July 2026 - Wired Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover the top Breville coupons and discount codes for coffee machines, kitchen appliances, and fresh coffee beans, with deals up to $700 off.
 
Bringing the data to every sideline - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD candidate Henry Wang works with FIFA and other organizations to advance the way sports are played, analyzed, and refereed.
 
Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:31:00 GMT
  1. Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button 9to5Google
  2. Google Chrome finally brings an iOS-only feature to Android with new update Android Authority
  3. Google's Chrome, Home, Photos apps bring new features to Galaxy phones SamMobile
  4. Chrome 150 disappearing Android downloads & broken video controls bugs under investigation PiunikaWeb
  5. Google Chrome 150 stable version released, enabling features like adjusting font sizes to fit frames and creating gradient borders using only CSS. GIGAZINE
 
Digimon Story Time Stranger Free Update Releasing Alongside Switch Versions - Nintendo Life - Google Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:30:00 GMT
  1. Digimon Story Time Stranger Free Update Releasing Alongside Switch Versions Nintendo Life
  2. DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER: Free Update Patch Notes Bandai Namco Europe
  3. Digimon Story: Time Stranger launch trailer - RPG debuting on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything
  4. Digimon Story: Time Stranger update with performance mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X and more is now available RPG Site
  5. Digimon Story: Time Stranger (Nintendo Switch 2) Review – Late But Great COGconnected
 
IBM Home Director: Home Automation in 1996 - Hack a Day Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:00:04 GMT
Back in the 1990s IBM had a pretty sizeable presence in the PC market, including its rather spiffy Aptiva series of PCs. Naturally their PCs had to feature heavily in …read more
 
One of Meta’s Offices Was Briefly Overtaken by a Rogue Squirrel - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:53:04 GMT
The animal escaped after apparently arriving inside a package at Meta's Bangkok office, injuring one employee before finally being caught.
 
Can You Video Chat Alongside 69,000 World Cup Fans? I Stress-Tested Stadium Phone Service at a Match - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:32:00 GMT
Is it possible to make a stadium signal-friendly? What about 16 stadiums across 104 matches?
 
Volkswagen is employing 100 sheep at a solar farm in Poland - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:22:18 GMT
It's more of a baa-ter arrangement.
 
An Analog Synth For The Modern World - Hack a Day Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:00:27 GMT
We cover so many projects here at Hackaday that lead the author down a rabbit hole of technological investigation that distracts us from the task of bringing them to you. …read more
 
Persona 4 Revival Producer Confirms Some Noteworthy Character Changes Are Coming - GameSpot - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:42:52 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival Producer Confirms Some Noteworthy Character Changes Are Coming GameSpot
  2. Persona 4 Revival Producer Confirms Changes to Yosuke to Fit Today's Era Anime Corner
  3. ‘Persona 4 Revival’ Producer Confirms Major Changes for a Controversial Character Men's Journal
  4. Anime Corner: Persona 4 Revival Interview, Discusses Upgraded Visuals, Content Changes Persona Central
  5. Persona 4 Revival will change one of its most controversial characters Polygon.com
 
Waymo Plans to Expand Driverless Cars to 4 More Major Cities This Year - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:40:13 GMT
The company will first offer rides to employees, then roll them out more broadly to the public.
 
NASA's New Horizons Spacecraft Just Woke Up From a Long Nap Ahead of Exploring Beyond Pluto - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:12:48 GMT
New Horizons takes frequent naps to conserve resources as it explores the outer solar system.
 
Why is the Google Store selling a Galaxy Watch 8? - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:54:00 GMT
Why is the Google Store selling a Galaxy Watch 8? 9to5Google
 
Elon Musk says X will DM you about posts that receive a Community Note - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:50:36 GMT
The social platform wants its crowd-sourced corrections to be harder to ignore.
 
Suspecting AI cheating, Ivy League prof ordered an in-person final; scores fell 50% - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:42:44 GMT
AI cheating leads to "a failed society," professor says.
 
Judge approves $1.5 million SEC-Musk settlement over Twitter investment - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:34:59 GMT
The opinion says whether it's fair is 'for our citizenry to decide at the ballot box.'
 
Meta's new AI tool can generate images of you using your Instagram photos, and you're opted in by default - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:23:00 GMT

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

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I Made a Smart TV Dumber to Escape Being Tracked. Here's How - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:20:41 GMT
Good, dumb TVs, those without a web connection, are nearly impossible to find. But you can minimize companies getting your data and block ads.
 
Messi and Ronaldo Are Building Tech Portfolios. Mo Salah Is Playing a Different Game - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:08:26 GMT
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are betting on AI, health tech, and startups. Mohamed Salah is taking a more traditional route beyond football.
 
The FTC Settlement With John Deere Is a Huge Win for the Right-to-Repair Movement - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:27:18 GMT
After more than a decade of pushback, farmers and repair advocates have won access to equipment and services John Deere had long kept under its control.
 
You Can Now Remix Your Google Photos Into Stylized Videos With Gemini Omni - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:25:01 GMT
Video Remix is a new Gemini-powered feature in Google Photos that takes a simple approach to editing.
 
Microsoft reportedly cancels Avowed sequel as Obsidian focuses on a Fallout game - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:18:23 GMT
The Fallout: New Vegas developer has not escaped Microsoft's Xbox layoffs unscathed.
 
I Built a Self-Improving AI, and So Can You - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:09:21 GMT
Experiments in using AI to build AI show that the future doesn’t just belong to the frontier labs.
 
FTC reaches settlement that brings right-to-repair to John Deere farm equipment - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:06:11 GMT
The FTC sued the famed green tractor company last year.
 
48 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:59 GMT
Check out some old classics and great new releases on Netflix now.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 9, #1124 - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:57 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 9, No. 1,124.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 9 #858 - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:57 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 9, No. 858.
 
Pi 5 Becomes ALSA-Compatible TOSLINK Sound Card - Hack a Day Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:48 GMT
This is one of those hacks that makes you stop in your tracks and say, “wait, you can do that!?” — before realizing, oh, yes, of course you can do …read more
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 9, #1846 - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:39 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 9, No. 1,846.
 
Ana Miljački named head of the Department of Architecture - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT
In this leadership role, Miljački seeks to shepherd a collective commitment to transform the present into a better future.
 
Lawsuit: Man used Grok to make 7K sex images of stepdaughter, then shot himself - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:56:37 GMT
More young girls sue X over Grok CSAM; X accused of shielding child predators.
 
Peter Thiel’s Husband Sued a Flight Attendant Who Says He Assaulted Her on a Private Jet - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:49:30 GMT
Matthew Danzeisen’s lawyer says the case is a “shakedown about a bag” that brushed someone’s leg. Stefanie Bojar says she was injured aboard the jet—and that the lawsuit is a bullying tactic.
 
What was the first consumer device powered by a Li-ion battery? - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:40:00 GMT
Lithium-ion batteries changed tech forever, but the first consumer device to use one may surprise you.
 
GTA Online Event Week: New Update Preparation (July 9th-13th) - RockstarINTEL - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:38:16 GMT
  1. GTA Online Event Week: New Update Preparation (July 9th-13th) RockstarINTEL
  2. Enjoy Star-Spangled GTA Online Bonuses This Independence Day Rockstar Games
  3. GTA Online Weekly Update launches for July 9 to 13-3X GTA Money, Discounts and More PCQuest
  4. GTA Online Celebrates Independence Day With Huge Rewards, Free Bunker And Massive Discounts TheXboxHub
  5. GTA Online Weekly Update Brings Double Money and RP on Bunker Sell Missions, Discounts on Properties, and More IGN India
 
Separating logic and language - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:35:00 GMT
Neuroscientists find logical reasoning does not involve language-processing parts of the brain.
 
Apple stops signing iOS versions for several older iPhones and iPads [U: Additional devices] - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:35:00 GMT
  1. Apple stops signing iOS versions for several older iPhones and iPads [U: Additional devices] 9to5Mac
  2. Apple AI security update proves hackers move fast Fox News
  3. Apple Releases Security Fixes For iPhone, iPad Users dailyvoice.com
  4. Apple finally calls time on 15-year-old device support Computerworld
  5. Apple Stops Signing Old iOS Versions for iPhone 5 & iPad 2 WiFi Planet
 
Road of Legends Day 3: All Five-Star Raids, Mega Gardevoir, Bonuses and Guides - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:29:13 GMT
  1. Road of Legends Day 3: All Five-Star Raids, Mega Gardevoir, Bonuses and Guides Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Get Ready for Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon Go 'Road to Legends' event guide, raid schedule Polygon.com
  4. Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global: Complete Guide to the 10th Anniversary Event Techgenyz
  5. Meet Ashish, Triggered Insaan & Techno at Pokémon GO Fest 2026 | Outlook Respawn Outlook Respawn
 
MIT-designed educational factory embraces modern manufacturing - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:15:00 GMT
MIT and Tec de Monterrey will expand FrED curriculum to universities across Mexico.
 
Judge rejects Kalshi attempt to override New York state gambling laws - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:14:02 GMT
Kalshi tried to ignore gambling laws on its prediction market, NY governor says.
 
PC shipments just fell for the first time in two years, thanks to the memory shortage - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:01:59 GMT
PC shipments are falling, but revenue for manufacturers is still rising.
 
Google pays $250K for Linux vulnerability allowing guest VM escapes - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:01:19 GMT
Both vulnerabilities allow untrusted users to gain root privileges.
 
'Moana' Review: A Disney Live-Action Remake That's Actually Worth Your Time - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:00:51 GMT
Moana is an absolute blast thanks to solid performances by Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, who is simply magical as demigod Maui.
 
Valve Steam Machine review: This would've been perfect five years ago - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The Steam Machine isn't worth the price that Valve is asking.
 
New Browser Extension Helps You Dodge Amazon’s Sea of Knock-Off Products - Gizmodo - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:45:00 GMT
  1. New Browser Extension Helps You Dodge Amazon’s Sea of Knock-Off Products Gizmodo
  2. This Browser Extension Hides 'Shady' Items on Amazon Lifehacker
  3. 'Knockoff' Browser Extension Hides Sketchy Brands on Amazon 404 Media
  4. Tired of Amazon slop? This viral tool filters out the alphabet-soup knockoff brands Fast Company
  5. 'Knockoff' is a Chrome extension that helps eliminate counterfeit and low-quality products from Amazon. GIGAZINE
 
Apple's Widow's Bay has the most Emmy noms of any new show this year - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:44:28 GMT
The horror-comedy series Widow's Bay earned 19 Emmy nominations for its first season.
 
A new satellite wants to prove nuclear power can work in space without solar panels - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:35:00 GMT

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

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New ‘Fallout’ Game Reportedly Coming From Obsidian, ‘Avowed 2’ Cancelled - Forbes - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:31:19 GMT
New ‘Fallout’ Game Reportedly Coming From Obsidian, ‘Avowed 2’ Cancelled ForbesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Roku is the most popular streaming TV, but lacking more than you think - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The company's streaming devices aren't quite keeping up with competitors in several important categories.
 
Nintendo is fully shutting down Mario Kart Tour in September, no offline version coming - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:15:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo is fully shutting down Mario Kart Tour in September, no offline version coming 9to5Google
  2. Mario Kart Tour to shut down in September 2026 GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Nintendo Confirms Mario Kart Tour Shutdown After 7 Years, No Offline Version Offered IGN
  4. Nintendo to shut down ‘Mario Kart’ mobile game nxsmediawire.com
  5. Nintendo Is Pulling the Plug on One of Its Long-Running Racing Games VICE
 
Aussie gov't tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:10:16 GMT
But the devices could "easily be reflashed."
 
TikTok users don't have as much agency over their FYPs as they think - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:00:49 GMT
The "not interested" feature is your friend, but users must intentionally and constantly curate their FYPs
 
Dimming the Sun Would Help Lower the Risks of El Niño - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
As worries about a growing super El Niño mount, new findings suggest a radical solution to mitigating its impacts.
 
This dog tracker uses Starlink to keep tabs on your pet, even without cell service - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:54:00 GMT

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

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OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models that listen and speak simultaneously - Reuters - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:53:43 GMT
  1. OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models that listen and speak simultaneously Reuters
  2. OpenAI's upcoming AI device gets its voice Sources | Alex Heath
  3. OpenAI's GPT-Live can keep a real conversation Mashable
  4. OpenAI releases new voice models for more natural live conversations TechCrunch
  5. GPT-Live, OpenAI's New Voice Model, Wants You to Talk Over It Business Insider
 
US seeks cheaper hunter-killer drones after Iran destroys $1B worth of Reapers - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:44:54 GMT
US military drone losses in Iran war spur Pentagon call for cheap replacements.
 
Miami-based City Labs achieves a first for commercial nuclear power in space - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:26:44 GMT
"The BOHR mission serves as a pathfinder for future nuclear-powered spacecraft."
 
Samsung unveils fastest PCIe Gen 6 SSD, capable of transferring 40GB LLMs in just 1.4 sec - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:19:00 GMT

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

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Waymo will soon go fully autonomous in four more cities - Engadget Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:13:26 GMT
Waymo will ditch human supervisors in San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa and Denver.
 
Best Desks of 2026: I’ve Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:13:00 GMT
CNET experts tested desks for hours and these are the best desks we've found.
 
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced modernizes the fan favorite with revamped combat and visuals - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:08:00 GMT
Early reviews say Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced successfully brings a series favorite up to modern standards with smoother combat, enhanced naval battles, visual upgrades, and improved mission design. While some note its aging foundations still show, most agree it's a polished and worthy remake.
 
Holding Onto an Old T-Mobile Plan? It's Automatically Changing in a Few Days - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:04:00 GMT
Customers on grandfathered plans are being notified that their legacy plans will be pushed to current plans, some with a price increase.
 
ChatGPT's New Voice Models Can 'Listen' and 'Talk' at the Same Time - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
OpenAI says the new AI models should be better at live translation.
 
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book demo now available on Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Everything - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:48:06 GMT
  1. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book demo now available on Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  2. Try a free demo for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book! – News – Nintendo Official Site nintendo.com
  3. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 1.0.2 update out now, patch notes Nintendo Everything
  4. You can now try one of Nintendo’s best Switch 2 games for free Video Games Chronicle
  5. Yoshi's New Switch 2 Game Is Getting A Demo On The Nintendo eShop Nintendo Life
 
Google updates Android Bench with new LLMs, but Gemini still lags behind - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:39:48 GMT
Android Bench is evolving, and developers can help guide that process.
 
Bethesda HR Forced Staff To Remove Small Memorial To Laid-Off Colleagues - Kotaku - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:30:10 GMT
Bethesda HR Forced Staff To Remove Small Memorial To Laid-Off Colleagues KotakuSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
There Was Only One Solution to My Problem … Down There. It’s Opened Up Pandora’s Box. - Slate Magazine - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT
There Was Only One Solution to My Problem … Down There. It’s Opened Up Pandora’s Box. Slate Magazine
 
The Crew Motorfest Comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8 - Ubisoft - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:05:09 GMT
  1. The Crew Motorfest Comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8 Ubisoft
  2. Nintendo Switch 2 Leak Reveals The Crew Motorfest, With Physical Launch Via Game-Key Card IGN
  3. Ubisoft Racing Games Get a Second Life: The Crew Motorfest Coming to Switch 2 ixbt.games
  4. Billbil-kun: The Crew Motorfest heading to Switch 2 October as Game-Key Card My Nintendo News
  5. (UPD) The Crew Motorfest is coming to Switch 2 on October 8, 2026 Instant Gaming News
 
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Returns Us to the Golden Age of Piracy - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:01:14 GMT
  1. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Returns Us to the Golden Age of Piracy XBOX Wire
  2. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced review – bootyful high seas adventure, now with 20% more swashbuckling The Guardian
  3. Two summer games due to make a BIG splash The Alinea Insight newsletter
  4. 'Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced': Fun remake of a game that didn't need it Mashable
  5. Cracked version of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced leaked days prior to official release despite Denuvo DRM protection — Denuvo unable to stop crackers, with some finding ways to completely remove it from other titles Tom's Hardware
 
Subnautica 2's first major update addresses the game's biggest controversy - Polygon.com - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:55:47 GMT
  1. Subnautica 2's first major update addresses the game's biggest controversy Polygon.com
  2. Subnautica 2 Adaptive Measures Update Unknown Worlds
  3. Subnautica 2′ s First Major Update Finally Lets Players Fight Back Against The Fish Kotaku
  4. Fallout 3 Remake Exists - Insider Saw Project Footage ixbt.games
  5. Subnautica 2 sold over 5 million copies WN Hub
 
Two teens learn the hard way not to do toy gun drive-bys from a Waymo - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:40:44 GMT
The robotaxi stopped, called 911, and waited for the San Mateo Police to show up.
 
Reconfigurable mmWave microchips co-integrating hBN switches on GaN - Nature - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:36:12 GMT
Reconfigurable mmWave microchips co-integrating hBN switches on GaN Nature
 
Xbox Game Pass has lost 4 million subscribers since its price hike backfired - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:11:00 GMT

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

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Ocean rift zone saw spreading happen in a sudden burst - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:09:38 GMT
The crust expands at mid-ocean rifts. But how?
 
MIT engineers whip up a more breathable hydrogel - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new aerated material could enable longer-lasting bandages, implants, and wearable sensors.
 
MIT researcher proposes a way to detect nuclear weapons in space - MIT Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty bans nuclear weapons in space, but there’s currently no way to verify that satellites aren’t carrying them.
 
Republicans Gleefully Celebrate Midterms Chaos in Maine - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Political operatives in Trumpworld hope that US Senate candidate Graham Platner stays in the race as long as possible.
 
Starlink just doubled its prices for private jets, and hardware now costs $200,000 - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:33:00 GMT

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

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Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis Dies Before The Remake Trilogy Ends - Kotaku - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:30:50 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis Dies Before The Remake Trilogy Ends Kotaku
  2. Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis to Shut Down This October Crunchyroll
  3. Final Fantasy 7's lesser-known remake is shutting down, Square Enix confirms Polygon.com
  4. One Final Fantasy Game Is Shutting Down, But You’ve Still Got Time To Play GameSpot
  5. FFVII Ever Crisis Before Crisis Trailer Shares 2 Turks’ Names Siliconera
 
Sorry, I Blew Up Pikachu For The Fourth Of July - Kotaku - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:15:34 GMT
Sorry, I Blew Up Pikachu For The Fourth Of July Kotaku
 
This tiny robot could help dentists prepare crowns in a single visit - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:08:00 GMT

Getting a crown usually takes several visits. A dentist first prepares the tooth, then fits a temporary crown, and later replaces it with a permanent one. The MIR is meant to reduce the number of appointments patients need. In theory, a dentist could scan the patient's mouth and order a...

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The 2026 Audio Awards: The 40 Best Headphones, Speakers, Turntables, and More - Robb Report - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. The 2026 Audio Awards: The 40 Best Headphones, Speakers, Turntables, and More Robb Report
  2. T3 Awards 2026: all Wearable winners announced T3
  3. Apple iPod Named Best Tech In 30 Years By T3 Magazine Forbes
  4. Best phone of the year confirmed but has Android or iPhone be crowned the winner? Daily Express
  5. T3 Awards 2026: the Design Awards dazzle once again with technology dreams are made of Yahoo Tech
 
Pixel Watch 5 price increase expected as configs and release date leaked ahead of Made by Google event - PC Guide - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:58:43 GMT
  1. Pixel Watch 5 price increase expected as configs and release date leaked ahead of Made by Google event PC Guide
  2. The Pixel Watch 5’s Most Notable Change Might Be Its Price Gizmodo
  3. Pixel Watch 5 colors and pricing leak ahead of launch - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. The Pixel Watch 5 could come with an unwelcome surprise for buyers Android Central
  5. Big leaks reveal a plethora of Pixel Watch 5 info including a release date PhoneArena
 
This $570,000 Audi Sport Quattro Tribute Isn’t Built From A Real Quattro - Carscoops - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:51:03 GMT
  1. This $570,000 Audi Sport Quattro Tribute Isn’t Built From A Real Quattro Carscoops
  2. The Audi Sport Quattro has returned as a €500k+, 2.5-litre limited edition Top Gear
  3. Audi Sport Quattro Returns in Restomod Form with Carbon Panels and More than 500 Horsepower Car and Driver
  4. Audi's Legendary Road-Going Rally Car Could Get A Restomod Reboot CarBuzz
  5. Rewritten title in English: This sports Audi for $570,000 in honor of ‘Quattro’ is not made from a real ‘Quattro’ ТопЖир
 
Pokemon Winds and Waves Leaks Pokedex, Forms, and MMO Details - GameRant - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:43:26 GMT
  1. Pokemon Winds and Waves Leaks Pokedex, Forms, and MMO Details GameRant
  2. Pokémon Winds and Waves leaks tie back to one of the series’ most unfortunate creations Polygon.com
  3. Pokemon Winds And Waves Could Have 300 New Pokemon, But Don’t Get Too Excited GameSpot
  4. 'Pokémon Winds and Waves' Leak Suggests New Psyduck Evolution—What Could Be Its New Type? player.one
  5. Pokémon Winds and Waves Is Giving Pikachu and Arcanine New Evolutions Comic Book Resources
 
US rare earths flow to Asia as domestic demand is slow to emerge - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:26:10 GMT
Miners backed by Trump admin sell to Japan, South Korea despite push to develop domestic supply chain.
 
Cheyenne suspends datacenter wastewater after rare bacterium traced to Meta's AI site - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:24:00 GMT

Cheyenne's Board of Public Utilities (BOPU) traced Cupriavidus gilardii to wastewater discharged by Goat Systems, a contractor working on Meta's $800 million, 715,000-square-foot data center south of the city. The facility, announced in 2024, is being built for Meta's AI workloads and is expected to come online in 2027.

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This open‑source tool makes Windows 11 cleanup easy - Windows Central - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:15:28 GMT
This open‑source tool makes Windows 11 cleanup easy Windows Central
 
Fi’s Starlink-enabled pet tracker found my dog when LTE couldn’t - The Verge - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Fi’s Starlink-enabled pet tracker found my dog when LTE couldn’t The Verge
  2. Exclusive: Fi is bringing Starlink satellite technology to dog collars Fortune
  3. Fi expands Starlink direct-to-device capability into dog-tracking SpaceNews
  4. This AI-generated dog advert reveals the biggest problem facing creative AI Creative Bloq
  5. This Dog Tracker Uses Satellites To Stay Connected Anywhere: Fi Ultra First Look GearJunkie
 
Blue Origin, for the first time, is expected to raise private capital - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:47:35 GMT
The company is raising $10 billion, leading to a valuation of $130 billion.
 
Nintendo to ship Switch 2 with easier-to-replace batteries in Europe later this year - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:44:00 GMT

Nintendo's UK support site has confirmed that Switch 2 consoles and controllers sold in Europe after fall 2026 will feature new battery configurations. While functionality and battery life will not change significantly, complying with new EU regulations will make the batteries easier to remove and replace.

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You can complete medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even quicker than previously thought - before even the prologue ends - Eurogamer.net - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:32:09 GMT
  1. You can complete medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even quicker than previously thought - before even the prologue ends Eurogamer.net
  2. The Blood of Dawnwalker: unique time-driven quest system and player choice detailed PlayStation.Blog
  3. The Blood of Dawnwalker Preview - Preserve Your Humanity Game Informer
  4. Roundup: Here's What The Previews Are Saying About The Blood Of Dawnwalker Pure Xbox
  5. Witches, Swords, and Vampires: The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Skill Trees Explained IGN
 
The Foam Era Has Changed Pickleball—Here Are the Top 2 Pickleball Paddles Right Now - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:32:00 GMT
New tech has changed the game with the latest generation of pickleball paddles. Here's what to know and what to buy.
 
No delay to iPhone Ultra, says supply-chain report - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:14:00 GMT
  1. No delay to iPhone Ultra, says supply-chain report 9to5Mac
  2. Apple's iPhone Ultra will be double the price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, report claims Mashable
  3. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Timeline: Mass Production Reportedly Underway TechRepublic
  4. iPhone Fold Latest: Apple Bets Big With New Release Target Forbes
  5. Apple's Foldable iPhone Might Launch With Limited Availability PCMag
 
Meta will disable your smart glasses' camera if you tamper with the recording light - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Hacking Meta glasses so the white LED light doesn't blink continuously when they're recording has become a business. It was recently found that this service was being offered in 30 states. In one case, a man charged $100 to remove the LED using a drill, dental probe, and some tape.

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The Best MagSafe Power Banks for iPhone and Android, Plus Ones to Avoid - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of the best portable chargers.
 
The Steam Machine fits my TV, my desk, and my life - The Verge - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. The Steam Machine fits my TV, my desk, and my life The Verge
  2. Valve Steam Machine Review: This Would've Been Perfect Five Years Ago Engadget
  3. SteamOS finally let me make my own living room console, and the Steam Machine stopped making sense XDA
  4. Why Buy a $1K Steam Machine When Valve Is Giving Away SteamOS for Free? PCMag
  5. Steam Machine Review in Progress: So Many Questions for Such a Little Box CNET
 
DuckDuckGo's Free Browser Now Blocks Most YouTube Video Ads - CNET - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. DuckDuckGo's Free Browser Now Blocks Most YouTube Video Ads CNET
  2. DuckDuckGo's Browser to Block YouTube Ads by Default PCMag
  3. DuckDuckGo Browser Can Now Block Video Ads, Including YouTube's Engadget
  4. This privacy-focused browser just made YouTube ad-free Android Police
  5. I just found a free way to watch YouTube without ads — and it doesn't require YouTube Premium Tom's Guide
 
9 Best Portable Power Stations (2026), Tested for Capacity and Size - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Whether you’re going off-grid or safeguarding against blackouts, these beefy, WIRED-tested batteries can keep the lights on.
 
Hardware hacker is building a homemade GPU from 64,000 tiny RISC-V chips - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

A Full HD display would need more than two million chips. So Balwierz scaled the concept down to a 320 x 200 resolution, a format that will still require 64,000 microcontrollers when complete. The current prototype is smaller, built with 8,192 chips arranged across custom circuit boards.

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Palworld Hits Incredible Milestone Ahead of 1.0 Launch - IGN - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:02:17 GMT
  1. Palworld Hits Incredible Milestone Ahead of 1.0 Launch IGN
  2. Should Palworld Players Wipe Their Data for 1.0 This Week? Pocketpair Offers Official Advice IGN
  3. Palworld 1.0: Release Date, New Features, Gameplay, Trailer, and More Green Man Gaming
  4. Palworld Price Won’t Go Up Alongside 1.0 Full Release Siliconera
  5. Palworld Dev Says ‘Turning Off Mods’ is Not Enough for 1.0 Insider Gaming
 
LG Micro RGB Evo Review: Brilliant, Bright, Not Budget-Friendly - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:01:00 GMT
It’s hard to say if the pricey LG Micro RGB Evo television is worth shelling out for compared to its cheaper competitors, but you’ll probably enjoy its color-popping display.
 
Pickup Artist Mystery Has an AI Girlfriend - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.
 
OnlyFans Models Are Accidentally Making Hacked Government Websites Disappear - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Scammers are hijacking government websites to upload ads for “leaked” OnlyFans content. Thousands of copyright complaints from adult creators are helping people avoid malicious links.
 
Bryan Johnson, the millionaire biohacker who wants to live forever, diagnosed with incurable autoimmune disease - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Johnson revealed his diagnosis on Instagram. He wrote that 2-5% of people have autoimmune gastritis, though the number may be higher as it can be hard to spot in its early stages.

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What Happens if China Hacks the US Water Supply? I Went to a Secret War Game to Find Out - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Burst water mains. Evacuated hospitals. In a closed-door simulation, insurers played out their response to a mass disruption by China’s Volt Typhoon hackers—and found a nightmare scenario.
 
This Former DeepMind Exec Thinks the AI Arms Race Could End in Disaster - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Verity Harding tells WIRED that the US government’s nationalistic attitude toward AI is evidence that a worst-case scenario is taking shape.
 
Android's next big backup feature could skip the biggest phone brand on the market - Android Authority - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:29:00 GMT
  1. Android's next big backup feature could skip the biggest phone brand on the market Android Authority
  2. My Galaxy phone won't be getting Android's new backup feature, and I'm furious PhoneArena
  3. Android's upcoming automatic backup to PC feature excludes Samsung devices - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  4. Google's desktop-based data backup for Android won't work with Galaxy devices SamMobile
  5. Handy new Android feature won’t come to Samsung Galaxy Tech Advisor
 
iOS 27 Beta 3 Changes the Way CarPlay Looks and Feels: Every New Feature - Geeky Gadgets - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:03:50 GMT
  1. iOS 27 Beta 3 Changes the Way CarPlay Looks and Feels: Every New Feature Geeky Gadgets
  2. Here’s what’s new with iOS 27 beta 3 9to5Mac
  3. 10 New Features Coming to Apple Messages in iOS 27 Lifehacker
  4. iOS 27: 13 Ways the Messages App is Smarter and Less Annoying MacRumors
  5. You can now customize Siri’s pace and expressivity in the latest iOS 27 beta TechCrunch
 
Free Waymo Rides in California? You Can Thank a Regulatory Quirk - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A key delay from a state agency means robotaxi rides in the company’s new Ojai vehicle might be free for a few more months.
 
Wario Land and three more Game Boy classics hit Nintendo Switch Online today - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:21:12 GMT
  1. Wario Land and three more Game Boy classics hit Nintendo Switch Online today Video Games Chronicle
  2. New updates for the Nintendo Classics library of games - News - Nintendo Official Site nintendo.com
  3. Nintendo Switch Online adds Fortified Zone, Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3, The Sword of Hope 2, Dr. Mario & Puzzle League Nintendo Everything
  4. Four classic Game Boy titles have been added to the Switch Online library Gamereactor UK
  5. Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3, Puzzle League and More Head to Nintendo Classics Today Crunchyroll
 
Ubiquiti warns of new max severity UniFi OS vulnerability - BleepingComputer - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:15:20 GMT
  1. Ubiquiti warns of new max severity UniFi OS vulnerability BleepingComputer
  2. Ubiquiti Patches Critical UniFi Flaws Across Connect, Talk, Access, Protect, and OS The Hacker News
  3. Ubiquiti Disclosed 25 Security Vulnerabilities Across the UniFi Ecosystem CyberSecurityNews
  4. UniFi CVSS 10.0 Flaw Exposes 100,000 Endpoints to Unauthenticated Takeover Tech Times
  5. Ubiquiti Fixes CVE-2026-50746 in UniFi Connect SOCRadar® Cyber Intelligence Inc.
 
Hackers can use 9 of the most popular AI tools to assemble massive botnets - ArsTechnica Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:00:51 GMT
"HalluSquatting" weaponizes LLMs' inability to say "I don't know."
 
Apple hid a perfect 'dumb phone' feature inside your iPhone that's great for kids — here's how to turn it on - Tom's Guide - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:30:00 GMT
  1. Apple hid a perfect 'dumb phone' feature inside your iPhone that's great for kids — here's how to turn it on Tom's Guide
  2. This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone WIRED
  3. Wishing for simpler times? How to turn an iPhone into a 'dumb phone' USA Today
  4. Little-known feature can turn child’s device into a ‘dumb phone’ The Times
  5. Apple buried a perfect "dumb phone" feature inside your iPhone Yahoo Tech
 
We-Vibe Discount Codes and Deals: Up to 60% Off - Wired Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on We-Vibe, including app-controlled bestsellers and popular gift sets designed for couples, connection, and shared pleasure.
 
An indie developer says Steam's refund policy cost his well-reviewed game 55,000 refunds - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:14:00 GMT

Despite earning a 90% "very positive" rating on Steam, Paddle Paddle Paddle (PPP) has been hit with an unusually high 21% refund rate. Mateo says his game has collected more than 55,000 refunds, and he's now pointing to Valve's famously lenient refund policy as the culprit. It doesn't help that...

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The countdown to the Pixel 11 launch has officially begun - Android Police - Google Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:48:00 GMT
  1. The countdown to the Pixel 11 launch has officially begun Android Police
  2. Google’s Pixel 11 launch event is set for August 12, with possible price increases Ars Technica
  3. Pixel 11 Release Date: Google Copies Samsung’s New Price Plan Forbes
  4. Google Pixel 11 Leak Hints at Higher Prices, New Colors and More Storage CNET
  5. For once, the timid Pixel 11 Pro upgrades won't look bad despite the cursed price hike PhoneArena
 
LG and Alienware monitors caught auto-installing Windows adware - TechSpot Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:32:00 GMT

Redditor "Mags_Smash" recently complained about seeing McAfee pop-up ads on his PC despite never having installed the antivirus suite. He eventually traced the ads back to another app that his new LG monitor had installed without his knowledge.

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Michigan sees explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite with over 700 cases - ArsTechnica Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:29:00 GMT
Cases have risen quickly as officials are working to identify a common source.
 
A New Minecraft Update Will Finally Let Players Sit Down - IGN - Google Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:09:32 GMT
  1. A New Minecraft Update Will Finally Let Players Sit Down IGN
  2. Minecraft Preview 26.40.30 Minecraft
  3. Minecraft Straw Beds Let You Sleep Without Resetting Spawn games.gg
  4. It took 17 years but Minecraft players can finally rest on cushions Windows Central
  5. 17 years later, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere to sit Eurogamer.net
 
"Pitch Black" Set Guide: Full Set List, Product Lineup, Store Promos, and More! - PokeBeach - Google Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:05:04 GMT
  1. "Pitch Black" Set Guide: Full Set List, Product Lineup, Store Promos, and More! PokeBeach
  2. Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Product Showcase Pokemon.com
  3. Pre-order the Pokémon TCG Pitch Black Booster Bundle for over $20 off — that's under market price Mashable
  4. Review: Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution - Pitch Black Packs in New Mega ex But Skimps on Full Art Pulls ComicBook.com
  5. The Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution – Pitch Black set is a game changer Big Boss Battle
 
This German drone just hit 699 km/h, and its maker wants the world record to prove it - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:02:00 GMT

Quantum Systems has built a UAV capable of reaching speeds of up to 699 km/h in "straight and level flight" and is now seeking official recognition for the achievement. The German drone maker recently announced that its Apex Recordhunter drone reached an "unofficial" world record during internal testing conducted on...

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You can soon restore Windows 11 from scratch even if it can't boot up - here's how - ZDNET - Google Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:43:00 GMT
  1. You can soon restore Windows 11 from scratch even if it can't boot up - here's how ZDNET
  2. Announcing new builds for July 6 2026 Windows Blog
  3. Windows 11's Upcoming 'Cloud Rebuild' Feature Will Reinstall the OS Without a Hard Copy extremetech.com
  4. Microsoft's new Windows 11 recovery tool is the ultimate Undo button - how to enable it ZDNET
  5. Microsoft announces new Cloud Rebuild recovery feature for Windows 11 Windows Central
 
The brain’s internal ruler - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:40:00 GMT
A simple brain circuit measures objects’ distance from the body using touch signals from a rodent’s whiskers, MIT scientists find.
 
Keychron is stepping outside keyboards with a $349 Thunderbolt 5 dock aimed at power users - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:08:00 GMT

At the center of the device is Thunderbolt 5's 120 Gbit/s bandwidth ceiling. That throughput is enough to support dual 8K displays or up to four 4K monitors from a single dock. While Thunderbolt 5 laptops are still relatively uncommon, more systems are beginning to ship with the standard, and...

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The Steam Machine now has official Windows drivers - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:26:00 GMT

Four drivers are available, covering the GPU, Bluetooth, wireless connectivity, and SD card reader. After installing Windows and loading the drivers, the display, networking, and card reader work as they would on a typical PC.

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Hello Developer: July 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:15 GMT
In this edition:
 
Many black holes had past lives, new research shows - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Physicists have found signs of colliding black holes that are themselves products of previous black hole smash-ups.
 
Intel's troubled 18A chip process is finally running smoothly - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:43:00 GMT

BlueFin says Intel has resolved the yield issues that had dogged 18A over the past few months, making high-volume production of its latest node sustainable from both a manufacturing and an economic standpoint. In mature nodes, defect density typically falls within the D0=0.1 to D0=0.2 range. The report suggests Intel's...

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Hydrogen: clean fuel of the future — if we can find a cheap and clean way to ship it - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:10:00 GMT
A team led by MIT Energy Initiative researchers developed the HyCAT tool, enabling decision-makers to explore the cost and carbon emissions of their options for shipping hydrogen fuel to their site.
 
Australia's teen social media ban stumbles as platforms skip age checks - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:01:00 GMT

Since December 2025, services such as Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, and others have been required to take "reasonable steps" to stop Australians under 16 from holding accounts.

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Jesse Thaler named director of the Laboratory for Nuclear Science - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:45:00 GMT
The professor of physics and inaugural director of the NSF AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions will lead LNS and continue his research in particle physics.
 
The FBI and Google just took down a botnet that hijacked 2 million smart TVs - TechSpot Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:29:00 GMT

The Popa botnet relied on a malicious software development kit embedded in low-cost Android-based devices, including smart TVs and streaming boxes, as well as unofficial apps such as SmartTube. Once those devices were connected, they began acting as proxy exit points without clearly informing users. That setup allowed attackers to...

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

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