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China's Star 50 index of AI and chip leaders is down by 40% in under four months, losing ~$480B in market value; chipmaker CXMT is down ~25% in the past month (Reuters) - Techmeme Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:55:02 GMT

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China's Star 50 index of AI and chip leaders is down by 40% in under four months, losing ~$480B in market value; chipmaker CXMT is down ~25% in the past month — While global tech stocks teeter, in China they have already crashed as lofty valuations collapse under worries about AI demand and curbs on Chinese exports.
 
Ahead of US midterms, ChatGPT draws images "depicting election interference or that may discourage voting" in a cartoon style, ignoring photorealism requests (Katelyn Chedraoui/CNET) - Techmeme Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:45:07 GMT

Katelyn Chedraoui / CNET:
Ahead of US midterms, ChatGPT draws images “depicting election interference or that may discourage voting” in a cartoon style, ignoring photorealism requests — ChatGPT is cracking down on photorealistic, political deepfakes ahead of next week's US midterm elections. — Reporter 2
 
Rivian Halloween Update Turns R1, R2 Into Ghostbusting EVs Through Nov. 2 - CNET Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:35 GMT
The over-the-air update adds themed lights, sounds, a scavenger hunt and a parked-only arcade game.
 
Fitbit Edge review: notable upgrade over the Charge 6 for GPS and heart rate, Google Health app is an improvement, but lacks software polish and NFC payments (Ray Maker/DC Rainmaker) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:10:02 GMT

Ray Maker / DC Rainmaker:
Fitbit Edge review: notable upgrade over the Charge 6 for GPS and heart rate, Google Health app is an improvement, but lacks software polish and NFC payments — The Fitbit Edge could most easily be called the Fitbit Charge 7, but sometimes switching things up is a good refresh for companies and brands, and so here we are.
 
Enable Resizable BAR on Unsupported Motherboards - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:42 GMT
Recently [Rod Burlamaqui] released the arc-rebar project on GitHub, enabling Intel GPUs to work significantly more efficiently if the system’s mainboard does not support resizable BAR. It does require a …read more
 
J-PAL North America launches Homelessness Evaluation Resource Hub to drive evidence-informed approaches to housing stability - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT
The hub serves as a free, online repository of essential content for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers seeking to leverage rigorous research to inform their approaches to homelessness.
 
Grok Says Its AI-Generated Version of ‘The Odyssey’ Is ‘Not Historically Accurate’ - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:40:37 GMT
Months after Elon Musk declared that the xAI model would outclass Christopher Nolan’s mythological epic, the bot itself admitted defeat.
 
Microsoft offers to buy out a quarter of its workforce - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:36:06 GMT
Employees in the US, Canada, India, and the UK may receive offers to leave MS today.
 
Walter Koenig, Star Trek’s Original Chekov, Dies at 90: ‘He Loved You Too’ - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:27:28 GMT
Raise a glass of “wodka” to the Enterprise’s navigator. The actor not only starred in the original series, but in all six original-cast movies.
 
The AI boom is happening at seven companies, the rest of the S&P 500 isn't seeing it - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:22:00 GMT

According to Slok's Daily Spark note, AI has so far delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech, despite the massive amount of money and hype surrounding the latest advancements in large language model research.

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Apple’s ‘Pro and Tell’ Event: Everything Announced So Far This Week - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:21:38 GMT
A new iPad Mini and possible upgrades to the MacBook Pro and iMac are coming. Here’s what we’re anticipating in another big week for Apple.
 
iPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset - The Guardian - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:07:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset The Guardian
  2. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo handsets with screen problems BBC
  3. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of the Screen Cracking Bloomberg.com
  4. Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems Reuters
  5. Some iPhone Duo screens are already failing Ars Technica
 
AI Killed the Homework Era - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:55:33 GMT
Commentary: And it could mean the massacre of grading in general.
 
OpenAI announces three breakthroughs in computer science, math, and physics, including that the Exponential Time Hypothesis, a longstanding conjecture, is false (OpenAI) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:55:02 GMT

OpenAI:
OpenAI announces three breakthroughs in computer science, math, and physics, including that the Exponential Time Hypothesis, a longstanding conjecture, is false — We are announcing three new discoveries in mathematics, computer science, and physics about harmonic analysis, complexity theory, and quantum field theory.
 
GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data - IGN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:42:50 GMT
  1. GTA 6's Release Has Led to a Notable Spike in Time Off Requests, According to New Data IGN
  2. 'GTA 6' could cause $1 billion sick day as 1.5 million estimated to skip work: reports FOX 29 Philadelphia
  3. GTA VI Survey: 10% Plan to Skip Work Launch Day [2026] https://tech-insider.org/
  4. Grand Theft Auto fans are already calling off from work ahead of GTA6 release NPR
  5. GTA VI probably won't cost the U.S. economy $1 billion—and economists say it wouldn't matter if it did Fortune
 
Broadcom arranges a $63B deal with BofA, Blackstone, Citi, and Morgan Stanley to finance the purchase of chips for Anthropic via a new special purpose vehicle (Lynn Doan/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:35:01 GMT

Lynn Doan / Bloomberg:
Broadcom arranges a $63B deal with BofA, Blackstone, Citi, and Morgan Stanley to finance the purchase of chips for Anthropic via a new special purpose vehicle — Chipmaker Broadcom Inc. has arranged a $63 billion deal with Bank of America Corp., Blackstone Inc., Citigroup Inc. and Morgan Stanley …

 
Instagram Tests 90-Minute Horizontal Videos in Major Play for Podcasters and Creators - The Hollywood Reporter - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:32:03 GMT
  1. Instagram Tests 90-Minute Horizontal Videos in Major Play for Podcasters and Creators The Hollywood Reporter
  2. Watch out, YouTube — Instagram goes from short-form to 90-minute videos TechCrunch
  3. Instagram Ramps Up Video Strategy in Escalating TikTok, YouTube Rivalry Bloomberg.com
  4. Instagram chases YouTube with a push for longer, widescreen videos The Verge
  5. Instagram Tests Videos up to 90 Minutes Long but Unlike YouTube It's Not Sharing Ad Revenue Variety
 
Rare Insight into PS5 Sales Pattern Reveals Significant Wolverine Bump - Push Square - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
  1. Rare Insight into PS5 Sales Pattern Reveals Significant Wolverine Bump Push Square
  2. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Fuels 22% Jump in Sony PlayStation 5 Sales Bloomberg.com
  3. Marvel's Wolverine leads US September charts, achieves highest monthly dollar sales for a Sony-published title since Helldivers 2 GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Ahead of GTA 6, PlayStation 5 Sales Were Up 22%, Likely Due To Wolverine IGN
  5. “Marvel’s Wolverine” Topped Game Sales Chart Dark Horizons
 
Why Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Is Missing So Many Key Figures - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:27:15 GMT
Anthropic’s S-1 filing is hundreds of pages long—and it leaves out quite a few financial details. “Anthropic owes investors more information,” one analyst tells WIRED.
 
ChatGPT Keeps Telling People 404 Media Can Solve Their Tech Support Problems - 404 Media - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:20:45 GMT
ChatGPT Keeps Telling People 404 Media Can Solve Their Tech Support Problems 404 Media
 
Intel agrees to acquire Tel Aviv-based quantum computing startup Classiq; Classiq has raised more than $200M in funding and has about 130 employees (Ian King/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:15:01 GMT

Ian King / Bloomberg:
Intel agrees to acquire Tel Aviv-based quantum computing startup Classiq; Classiq has raised more than $200M in funding and has about 130 employees — Intel Corp. agreed to buy Israeli startup Classiq Technologies Ltd. as part of a push to capitalize on quantum computing, a still-nascent field that is seeking commercial applications.
 
Are We All Maxxed Out? Dictionary.com Names ‘Maxxing’ Its 2026 Word of the Year - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:59:20 GMT
Data center and unc were on the shortlist of words considered for the tribute.
 
OpenAI Has a Surprising Defense Against Election Deepfakes - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:43:49 GMT
ChatGPT is cracking down on photorealistic, political deepfakes ahead of next week’s US midterm elections.
 
Hashim Sarkis to step down as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a dozen years of leadership, Sarkis championed projects that advanced research, education, and public engagement, and helped design thrive at MIT.
 
Microsoft’s Massive Employee Buyout Shows How AI Is Reshaping the Economy - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:29:55 GMT
The company is offering a voluntary exit to 60,000 eligible employees while betting billions on the AI infrastructure buildout.
 
Best Dyson Vacuum Deals for Dyson Week 2026 - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:28:30 GMT
The powerful Dyson V16 Piston Animal and other Dyson vacuums and tools are discounted until Halloween.
 
Worms mate in man's eyes, get plucked out right before larvae burst out - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:27:00 GMT
Case study gives a whole new meaning to "bedroom eyes."
 
Anthropic's IPO outlines an unusual succession plan: confidential, ranked lists of up to 10 successors per co-founder, subject to approval from five co-founders (Anna Tong/Forbes) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:25:00 GMT

Anna Tong / Forbes:
Anthropic's IPO outlines an unusual succession plan: confidential, ranked lists of up to 10 successors per co-founder, subject to approval from five co-founders — Anthropic's IPO includes a private line of succession: confidential lists of would-be heirs to its founders' voting power …

 
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Anthropic files to go public, and it could be the biggest IPO ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:17:00 GMT

Anthropic's filing opens with a letter in which the co-founders say they believe "AI is one of the most consequential technologies in human history." The rest of the 300-plus page document tries to back that claim up with numbers, while also spelling out, at unusual length, how things could go...

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Meet the real-life Scottish surgeon who inspired Sherlock Holmes - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:15:07 GMT
Lindsey Fitzharris chats with Ars about her new book, Sleuth-Hound: The Case of the Real Sherlock Holmes.
 
Anker’s Halloween Sale Takes 20% Off Our Favorite Chargers and Power Banks - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:13:46 GMT
Avoid the scariest thing this Halloween (your phone at 1 percent) with Anker's 20 percent off sale on all charging gear.
 
Mass Effect fans ramp up efforts to save BioWare's RPG series with a Times Square billboard and plans for more ads outside The Game Awards "funded by the community" - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:07:29 GMT
  1. Mass Effect fans ramp up efforts to save BioWare's RPG series with a Times Square billboard and plans for more ads outside The Game Awards "funded by the community" Eurogamer.net
  2. Electronic Arts to Shed 400 Jobs, Shut Down BioWare to Cut Costs Bloomberg.com
  3. Over 210,000 Users Signed the 'Save Mass Effect' Petition After EA Shut Down BioWare 80 Level
  4. Mass Effect's Longshot #SaveMassEffect Campaign Actually Has a Chance Polygon.com
  5. New ‘Mass Effect 5’ Details Emerge After Cancellation, And It Sounds Great Forbes
 
My iPhone Duo In-Store Experience Almost Has Me Convinced I Need One - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:06:05 GMT
Quite simply, you’ve got to play with Apple’s folding iPhone to really understand its appeal.
 
Tiny11 developer squeezes Windows 11 onto a 700MB CD - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:05:00 GMT
NTDEV, the creator of tiny11, has pushed Windows 11 slimming to the extreme with pico11, an experimental build that fits on a standard CD while retaining a working desktop and basic apps. It uses just 883MB of RAM in testing, but sacrifices Windows Update and servicing. The developer plans to bring pico11's aggressive trimming capabilities to tiny11 builder.
 
Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:04:16 GMT
Included is the ability to limit which applications Siri can directly access.
 
Practice Japanese on an Inkplate 4Tempera eInk Device - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:00:01 GMT
Learning a new natural language can be a daunting proposition at the best of times, with repetition and immersion generally considered to be the best ways to build up not …read more
 
Microsoft Teams to Use AI for Detecting Phishing Attacks Using Teams Conversations - CyberSecurityNews - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:56:19 GMT
  1. Microsoft Teams to Use AI for Detecting Phishing Attacks Using Teams Conversations CyberSecurityNews
  2. Microsoft Teams to get AI-powered, context-aware phishing detection BleepingComputer
  3. Microsoft Teams to get AI protection against phishing and fraud Computerworld
  4. How Microsoft Teams is tackling the growing threat of deepfakes Spiceworks
  5. AI-powered phishing detection, third PHP2Shell bug, Quest medical breach LinkedIn
 
Sources: Hong Kong-based stablecoin payments startup RedotPay plans a US IPO filing by year-end and is in talks for a pre-IPO round at a $4B to $5B valuation (Olga Kharif/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:55:02 GMT

Olga Kharif / Bloomberg:
Sources: Hong Kong-based stablecoin payments startup RedotPay plans a US IPO filing by year-end and is in talks for a pre-IPO round at a $4B to $5B valuation — Crypto firm Redotpay is considering filing confidentially for a US initial public offering by year-end, according to people familiar …

 
Epic Games CEO calls Steam's AI disclosure policies "a political act" - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:54:19 GMT
  1. Epic Games CEO calls Steam's AI disclosure policies "a political act" GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Epic Games Boss Tim Sweeney Doubles Down on Valve Criticism, Says Steam's AI Content Disclosure Is a 'Political Act' IGN
  3. Epic CEO says Steam's AI disclosures are 'just as partisan as mandatory political essays' PC Gamer
  4. Epic Boss Tim Sweeney Calls Steam’s AI Declarations ‘Political’ And ‘Abhorrent’ Kotaku
  5. Shape Sender Deluxe Pulls Epic Games Store Release As Tim Sweeney Doubles Down on AI TechRaptor
 
Apple AirTags (2nd Gen) Are on Sale for 20% Off Right Now - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:40:31 GMT
Track down your suitcase, car keys, and other essentials with this $23 Bluetooth tracker.
 
Sources: DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire Instacart, and the deal could be finalized as soon as this week and could value Instacart at ~$17B (Heather Haddon/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT

Heather Haddon / Wall Street Journal:
Sources: DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire Instacart, and the deal could be finalized as soon as this week and could value Instacart at ~$17B — Deal could be completed as soon as this week, people familiar with the matter say — DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire food …

 
This New Simulation of the Early Universe Is Massive, Detailed and Gorgeous - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:34:51 GMT
The Lumina Project spans 2 billion years and will allow scientists to test theories and predictions about the origins of the cosmos.
 
Apple debuts iOS 27.2, with Siri AI enhancements for recalling past conversations, understanding more personal context, supporting five more languages, and more (Juli Clover/MacRumors) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:30:01 GMT

Juli Clover / MacRumors:
Apple debuts iOS 27.2, with Siri AI enhancements for recalling past conversations, understanding more personal context, supporting five more languages, and more — Apple today released iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, the first major updates to the iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 operating systems that came …

 
Anthropic's S-1 shows a governance structure that suits a fun quirky little mission-driven worker cooperative that needs to raise billions as a public company (Matt Levine/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:25:01 GMT

Matt Levine / Bloomberg:
Anthropic's S-1 shows a governance structure that suits a fun quirky little mission-driven worker cooperative that needs to raise billions as a public company — Also share classes and fake polls. — Happy Anthropic S-1 day — Here's the draft prospectus for Anthropic PBC's initial public offering.
 
Report: Silent Hill 1 Remake Targeting 2027 Release, First Cast Details Revealed - MP1st - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:15:46 GMT
  1. Report: Silent Hill 1 Remake Targeting 2027 Release, First Cast Details Revealed MP1st
  2. Rumour: Silent Hill 1 Remake Aiming for 2027 PS5 Release Push Square
  3. Silent Hill, Alien Isolation 2, and Resident Evil Veronica will join the PlayStation 5 library in 2027. GameGPU
  4. Remake of Konami PS1 Exclusive Game Reportedly Releasing in 2027 ComicBook.com
  5. Bloober Team's remake of the original Silent Hill game is scheduled for release in 2027. GameGPU
 
Emberville Delays Early Access Launch at the Last Minute - IGN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:15:11 GMT
  1. Emberville Delays Early Access Launch at the Last Minute IGN
  2. Stardew Valley-like RPG Emberville gets surprise last-minute delay Polygon.com
  3. Dungeons & Dragons Meets Stardew Valley In New RPG Arriving October 27 ScreenRant
  4. CohhCarnage’s Emberville Early Access Delayed to January 7, 2027 KeenGamer
  5. We tried the Emberville demo at the Steam Next Fest. virus.hr
 
Windows is preparing for Intel's biggest x86 change in years, but only Xeon chips will use it at first - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:06:00 GMT

Windows enthusiast Xeno recently uncovered what could be one of the most interesting changes coming to future Windows releases. Microsoft's OS may soon offer an option to enable Advanced Performance Extensions (APX) support on compatible hardware, the self-described "Windows Insider since day one" said. In turn, APX could deliver a...

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Apple reveals updated iPad mini with a bigger OLED screen for $700 - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:04:40 GMT
Apple claims this is the most significant update ever for the iPad mini line.
 
At New York Climate Week 2026, MIT connects with a global network - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT
A cross-section of the MIT community convened discussions on topics ranging from data centers and super pollutants to agriculture and education.
 
iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2 - The Verge - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:51:06 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2 The Verge
  2. iPhone Duo just got two new features in iOS 27.2 9to5Mac
  3. Apple Released iOS 27.1 for iPhone Duo Only MacRumors
  4. iPhone Duo gets Apple Pencil support in beta but only the USB-C model works MIXED News
  5. Apple Releases iOS 27.1, Special Update for iPhone Duo VOI.ID
 
ICE plan to buy robot dogs spurs protest from hundreds of Boston Dynamics employees - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:50:41 GMT
US robotics company stands by ICE deal as more than 300 employees warn of risk.
 
SteamOS 3.9.5 updates KDE Plasma, improves compatibility and device support - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT
SteamOS 3.9.5 brings an updated Arch Linux base, KDE Plasma 6.7.3, and Linux kernel 7.2. The update also improves compatibility with handheld gaming devices, introduces preliminary hibernation support, and reduces idle power consumption on Steam Deck.
 
Google Fitbit Edge Review: I Still Prefer the Air (2026) - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:49:49 GMT
The Edge is a welcome upgrade for longtime Fitbit users, but the missing NFC technology is a puzzling regression.
 
Apple teases more launches this week after the new iPad mini - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:41:02 GMT
  1. Apple teases more launches this week after the new iPad mini - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. What to expect from Apple’s ‘Pro and tell’ event The Verge
  3. New iMac and 14-Inch MacBook Pro With M6 Chip Expected Tomorrow MacRumors
  4. Apple to Unveil Touch MacBook Pro After Two Decades of Resistance Bloomberg.com
  5. Touchscreen MacBook Pro Puts Apple’s Marketing Playbook To The Test Forbes
 
Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws criticism - The Guardian - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:39:00 GMT
  1. Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws criticism The Guardian
  2. An American startup wants to sell sunlight after dark. Who gets a say? Phys.org
  3. A Satellite Company Tested “Sunlight As A Service” — Without Astronomers’ Knowledge Sky & Telescope
  4. A rehearsal for space mirrors leaves California rescuers unconvinced DarkSky International
  5. Mysterious Blinding Lights Near Mount Whitney Reveal Reflect Orbital Ground Test for Space Mirrors TechEBlog -
 
OpenAI releases GPT-6.1 Terra, touting "fast and capable computer use at scale" and clearer, more natural writing, priced at $1/1M input and $5/1M output tokens (OpenAI) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:20:02 GMT

OpenAI:
OpenAI releases GPT-6.1 Terra, touting “fast and capable computer use at scale” and clearer, more natural writing, priced at $1/1M input and $5/1M output tokens — Delivering fast and capable computer use at scale — , a fast, efficient model that combines detailed visual reasoning …

 
Musk accuses Ukraine of violating Starlink terms with deadly drone strikes - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:09:08 GMT
Ukraine says Starshield back to normal, denies misuse of Starlink commercial service.
 
Teardown reveals three theories for why iPhone Duo's screens keep cracking - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:54:00 GMT

According to iFixit, the most plausible reason for the breakages is a malfunctioning central support bar inside the hinge. The bar is supposed to retract each time the phone closes, but it's likely failing to pull back far enough, which makes the curved part of the inner display press down...

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Apple Releases watchOS 27.2 With Siri AI Enhancements - MacRumors - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:47:59 GMT
  1. Apple Releases watchOS 27.2 With Siri AI Enhancements MacRumors
  2. Apple releases iOS and macOS 27.2 with new Siri AI features, new Music logo Ars Technica
  3. 5 Cool New Features Your iPhone Is Getting With iOS 27.2 BGR
  4. Apple Adds More Siri AI Tools In Its 27.2 System Updates, Out Today Engadget
  5. Siri AI is available in more languages starting today Apple
 
Anthropic S-1: it spent just $482M on capex in H1 2026, leasing most of its compute, and its capex is almost entirely outsourced via $782B in lease obligations (Tim Culpan/Culpium) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:45:01 GMT

Tim Culpan / Culpium:
Anthropic S-1: it spent just $482M on capex in H1 2026, leasing most of its compute, and its capex is almost entirely outsourced via $782B in lease obligations — What you need to know: Lease obligations pass $780 billion. Revenue per employee $6.6 million — Good Evening from Taipei,
 
PHP Issues Second Windows Security Update in Five Days to Fix Brotli Code Execution Flaw - The Hacker News - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:45:00 GMT
  1. PHP Issues Second Windows Security Update in Five Days to Fix Brotli Code Execution Flaw The Hacker News
  2. Broccoli2shell: Everything You Need To Know About The Critical Brotli Decoder Vulnerability wiz.io
  3. Node2Shell Brotli vuln (CVE-2026-111497) evolves to HTTP2Shell, as libraries and apps using HTTP are affected. Aikido Security
  4. CVE-2026-111497: Critical out-of-bounds write in the Node.js Brotli decoder Rapid7
  5. Node2Shell: Brotli Flaw Triggers Patching Across Microsoft, Node.js, Python Packages SecurityWeek
 
Cohere says during an evaluation Qwen3.8-Flash-Next inventoried its host machine and tried to upload a probe file to an Alibaba Cloud storage bucket in Beijing (Cohere) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:35:01 GMT

Cohere:
Cohere says during an evaluation Qwen3.8-Flash-Next inventoried its host machine and tried to upload a probe file to an Alibaba Cloud storage bucket in Beijing — For nearly two years, one comforting idea has shaped how companies and government contractors adopt open-weight AI models that anyone can download and run.
 
Arduino Engine Runs Many Games - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:30:33 GMT
A few years ago, [Smashcat] ported a ZX Spectrum game called Manic Miner to the Arduino Uno. The Arduino has less memory than the original Spectrum did, so doing all this …read more
 
Apple says it is "aware of an issue impacting the inner display on a small number" of iPhone Duos and affected users can contact AppleCare for a replacement (Chance Miller/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:30:01 GMT

Chance Miller / 9to5Mac:
Apple says it is “aware of an issue impacting the inner display on a small number” of iPhone Duos and affected users can contact AppleCare for a replacement — Over the weekend, a handful of iPhone Duo users reported that their inner display had cracked along the hinge.
 
Highway thieves are spoofing GPS to steal millions in data center-bound cargo - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:26:36 GMT
Investigators explain how highway thieves stole $100M in data center equipment.
 
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced ‘New Game+’ update launches October 27 - Gematsu - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:16:07 GMT
  1. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced ‘New Game+’ update launches October 27 Gematsu
  2. AC Black Flag Resynced Title Update 1.0.8 - Patch Notes Ubisoft
  3. Black Flag Remake Shows It's Time Ubisoft Slowed Down on the Assassin's Creed RPGs GameTyrant
  4. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Final Major Content Update Coming This Week IGN
  5. Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Steam Deck HQ
 
Apple's new iPad mini gets an OLED display, A20 Pro chip, and IP67 rating - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:13:00 GMT

Apple says the A20 Pro in the new iPad mini offers up to 60% faster multi-threaded workload performance, up to 4.5x faster AI performance, and up to 2.7x faster graphics performance compared to the chip in the last-gen device.

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Is Rayquaza Broken? Delta Reign Set Preview - PokeBeach - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:01:05 GMT
  1. Is Rayquaza Broken? Delta Reign Set Preview PokeBeach
  2. Get Kyogre, Groudon, and Giratina Pokémon TCG Promo Cards at Participating Retailers Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon TCG: Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box Review ScreenRant
  4. Pokémon TCG cuts full art Rayquaza card from upcoming set Wargamer
  5. Pokémon is giving away free legendary promo cards — how to claim Kyogre, Groudon, and Giratina Mashable
 
Google’s New Fitbit Is a Vehicle for Its Excellent Health App - Bloomberg.com - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:25 GMT
  1. Google’s New Fitbit Is a Vehicle for Its Excellent Health App Bloomberg.com
  2. Everything old is new again with the Fitbit Edge The Verge
  3. Fitbit Edge Vs. Fitbit Inspire 3: How These Google Fitness Trackers Compare Engadget
  4. 5 wearables you should buy instead of the Fitbit Edge Android Authority
  5. I Like the Fitbit Edge. I’m Still Keeping My Air WIRED
 
Watch Us Fold the iPhone Duo Thousands of Times on Our Weeks-Long Livestream - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:15 GMT
We’re using our in-house robot to open and close the iPhone Duo hundreds of thousands of times. Watch along and get your questions answered by CNET editors live.
 
Some iPhone Duo screens are already failing - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:51:49 GMT
Apple's "precision-engineered" hinge is apparently damaging some iPhone Duo screens.
 
You can now run Nintendo Switch games natively on iPhones and Macs - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:32:00 GMT

This works because the Switch and Apple's recent devices both use Arm-based processors, meaning a game's instructions are already compatible with an iPhone's chip. PC ports like the recent AI-built Link's Awakening don't get that head start and must translate the code first, since most PCs use x86 processors.

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Now That The Shoe Is On The Other Foot, Microsoft And Epic Games Suddenly Agree That AI Is Theft - Kotaku - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:30:57 GMT
  1. Now That The Shoe Is On The Other Foot, Microsoft And Epic Games Suddenly Agree That AI Is Theft Kotaku
  2. AI game cloning — Indie Developers Close Demos Due to Threat The Korea Daily
  3. Demo Videos Cloned Within a Day: AI Copying Fear Hits Indie Game Studios BigGo Finance
  4. AI-fueled clone surge forces indie developers to hide demos and delay launches - CHOSUNBIZ Chosunbiz
  5. AI Cloning Could Become the Biggest Threat to Video Game Playtests IMDb
 
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker: we’re watching these retailers - The Shortcut | Matt Swider - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:28:21 GMT
  1. Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker: we’re watching these retailers The Shortcut | Matt Swider
  2. Zelda Switch 2 console already in stores, with one buyer unboxing a pre-order Notebookcheck
  3. Some Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake pre-orders may arrive after launch Mezha.net
  4. Closer look at the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Nintendo Switch 2 system My Nintendo News
  5. New Official Zelda Release Confirmed for October 29 IMDb
 
I tested the new Amazon Kindle for a week. Here’s why it’s the one you probably want - CNN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:03:00 GMT
  1. I tested the new Amazon Kindle for a week. Here’s why it’s the one you probably want CNN
  2. Amazon Kindle (2026) E-Reader Review: The Most Affordable Kindle May Now Be My Favorite CNET
  3. The best Kindles in the UK for every bookworm and budget – tested The Guardian
  4. I spent over two weeks with the Amazon Kindle (2026) — and it's like reading an old book with a new cover TechRadar
  5. Kindle’s long chapter: Amazon’s e-reader journey from 2007 original to redesigned new range Telegraph India
 
The Anthropic S-1 Filing Is Also an AI Doomsday Primer - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:01:55 GMT
Anthropic thinks “closing the loop” is the best path to AI triumph—and a recipe for “existential” threats to humanity.
 
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Lands New Roguelike Game Mode In Upcoming Doomsday-Themed DLC - Nintendo Life - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
  1. Marvel Cosmic Invasion Lands New Roguelike Game Mode In Upcoming Doomsday-Themed DLC Nintendo Life
  2. New Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Siege of Castle Doom gameplay details PlayStation.Blog
  3. Marvel Cosmic Invasion's New DLC Adds Roguelike Mode Next Month on PS5 Push Square
  4. Marvel Cosmic Invasion’s New Game Mode Finally Revealed Nintendojo
  5. Marvel Releases New Doctor Doom & Invisible Woman Trailer Ahead of Avengers: Doomsday Yahoo Tech
 
Unreal Engine 5.8 adds support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery to remedy stuttering issues - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:49:00 GMT

Epic recently updated the official documentation for Unreal Engine 5.x, introducing a potentially significant change to how the popular game engine handles shader compilation and the associated stuttering issues. Thanks to a new built-in, command-line tool, UE 5.8 will offer native support for Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) technology.

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Microsoft releases emergency .NET patches for critical Brotli flaw - BleepingComputer - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:38:24 GMT
  1. Microsoft releases emergency .NET patches for critical Brotli flaw BleepingComputer
  2. Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch For Critical Google Algorithm Flaw Forbes
  3. Microsoft releases emergency .NET security fixes for Google Brotli bug The Register
  4. Microsoft Launches Emergency Update on a Sunday; Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Notches Up TipRanks
  5. Fixes for Google Brotli flaw arrive for Microsoft .NET, PHP and Linux iTnews
 
BMW i3 Mod Brings Small Trucks to the EV Future - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:30:42 GMT
A two door pickup or ute in white with a black hood and blue accents. It's built from a chopped up BMW i3 REX EV.
Trucks are handy, especially if you’ve got messy or dirty loads, but there aren’t a lot of options if you want a small electric pickup yet. [Michael Pick] decided to …read more
 
Meta plans $95 billion stock offering to fuel AI spending despite growing bubble fears - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:07:00 GMT

Meta launched roughly $35 billion in offerings on Monday, comprising $22.5 billion in Class A common stock and $12.5 billion in securities representing mandatory convertible preferred stock.

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Meta Muse Makes Marketplace Better. How I Set It Up to Help Me Shop Online - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:06:00 GMT
It’s no surprise that Muse really shines within Meta apps like Facebook.
 
Confessions of a reluctant iPhone Duo buyer - AppleInsider - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:02:00 GMT
  1. Confessions of a reluctant iPhone Duo buyer AppleInsider
  2. Review of iPhone Duo: A New Chapter That Redefines a Smartphone’s Purpose The New York Times
  3. Apple seeks more iPhone Duo supplies amid strong demand for debut foldable- report Yahoo Finance
  4. The truth about iPhone Duo problems: The shoddy-looking apps, FaceTime camera, and the hinge Mashable
  5. The iPhone Duo is officially here — get it for no money down at T-Mobile Fox News
 
Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Trophy List Revealed, Plot Your Way to Platinum Trophy Now - Push Square - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Trophy List Revealed, Plot Your Way to Platinum Trophy Now Push Square
  2. Phantom Blade Zero Review IGN
  3. Phantom Blade Zero Is the Perfect Martial Arts Game, For Better or Worse Polygon.com
  4. Phantom Blade Zero’s Combat Is So Good, You Won’t Care The Story Makes No Sense GameSpot
  5. The ‘Phantom Blade Zero’ Metacritic Review Score Is In, One Of The Best Of 2026 Forbes
 
Implantable device uses ultrasound to improve drug delivery to the brain - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
This targeted approach could offer a way to prevent the recurrence of aggressive brain tumors.
 
Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Reveals What’s Under the Hood - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:50:47 GMT
Anthropic on Monday filed documents ahead of a blockbuster IPO that offers insight into the company’s financials, risk factors, and views on the future of AI.
 
F1 in Texas: The American race that fans love to attend - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:48:24 GMT
Ars spends the weekend with the Audi Revolut F1 team at the Circuit of the Americas.
 
10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (Update 2.5 Edition) - Forbes - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:44:26 GMT
  1. 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (Update 2.5 Edition) Forbes
  2. Cyberpunk 2077's Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) is out now! cyberpunk.net
  3. Cyberpunk 2077 Hits Its Biggest Steam Player Peak Since Phantom Liberty, And You Can Guess Why GameSpot
  4. Radeon RX 9070 XT accelerated by 278% to 34 FPS in 4K with FSR 4 in Cyberpunk 2077 GameGPU
  5. Cyberpunk 2077 Has Just Been Added To Xbox Play Anywhere Pure Xbox
 
Canva Chases AI Domination With a New AI Image Model for Designers - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:32:59 GMT
Canva Craft won’t be the company’s last AI tool. Will creators jump on board?
 
Nvidia's AI chips already make billions, now Jensen Huang wants $2,000 per GPU in annual software fees - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:31:00 GMT

The Register was first to report Huang's quote from a question-and-answer session at the event on October 22. The CEO told attendees that software licensing "will become increasingly a major part of our company's business." The $2,000 figure was his example of how that licensing would be priced.

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Tesla gave up the EV crown. Now it wants to win the autonomy race. - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:30:27 GMT
Tesla hopes autonomy subscriptions can deliver the margins car sales cannot.
 
Apple unveils new iPad mini with OLED display and faster A20 Pro chip - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:25:43 GMT
  1. Apple unveils new iPad mini with OLED display and faster A20 Pro chip TechCrunch
  2. Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever Apple
  3. Apple just revealed the iPad Mini I’ve always wanted. But is it worth the new price? CNN
  4. Apple reveals updated iPad mini with a bigger OLED screen for $700 Ars Technica
  5. Apple Debuts $699 Water-Resistant iPad Mini With OLED Screen Bloomberg.com
 
As iPhone Duo Cracked Screen Reports Surface, a New Teardown Shows a Possible Culprit - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:22:30 GMT
In spite of some display issues, iFixit declares the iPhone Duo “the most repairable foldable” it’s ever tinkered with.
 
The US Government Is Hiding a Secret Court Ruling About How It Spies on Americans - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:09:00 GMT
Two US senators say the Trump administration is breaking the law by withholding the FISA court decision while it presses Congress to renew America’s most sweeping surveillance program.
 
After a year of testing, one of Steam's best features is finally out of beta, making it easier to find games you might actually like - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:06:37 GMT
  1. After a year of testing, one of Steam's best features is finally out of beta, making it easier to find games you might actually like Eurogamer.net
  2. Steam's Personal Calendar Feature Nudges Users to Check Out New and Upcoming Games ExtremeTech
  3. Steam :: Steamworks Development :: Steam's Personal Calendar Full Release Steam Community
  4. Valve makes Personalized Calendar a permanent Steam feature (24th) Mobile Goddess
  5. Filtering Steam's Influx of Releases: 'Personal Calendar' Curates 8 Weeks of New Games to Match Your Taste Inven Global
 
The Fascinating World of IrDA and Other Infrared Protocols - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:36 GMT
Infrared (IR) communication technologies are probably one of the most influential, yet also one of the least flashiest. The fact that IR communication tends to be highly directional and often …read more
 
WIRED Ghost Stories - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Five hauntings from the other side of technology.
 
Golden Joystick's "Ultimate Game of the Year" nominees are revealed, and votes are open until October 30 - Windows Central - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Golden Joystick's "Ultimate Game of the Year" nominees are revealed, and votes are open until October 30 Windows Central
  2. Xbox Is Officially Up For 'Game Of The Year' At The Golden Joystick Awards 2026 Pure Xbox
  3. Alix Wilton Regan announced as Golden Joystick Awards host as Ultimate Game of the Year voting goes live GamesRadar+
  4. Golden Joysticks Unveil 2026 GOTY Nominees, With Some Snubs Forbes
  5. [Avvisi] Vote Crimson Desert for Ultimate Game of the Year at the Golden Joystick Awards! 펄어비스 공식 홈페이지
 
Peter Thiel slams Apple for doing "nothing new" since Steve Jobs died, praises controversial CEOs like Elon Musk - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:54:00 GMT

Speaking in an interview with author Walter Isaacson on The Builders podcast, Thiel said of Apple, "In my telling, it did nothing new after Jobs."

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Apple’s New iPad Mini Gets OLED and Water Resistance - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:27:29 GMT
On the heels of the Duo, here comes the Mini. It’s arriving Nov. 6.
 
Elden Ring movie reportedly has a $200 million budget, and it's the studio's biggest bet ever - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT

When cameras started rolling in the UK back in April, Elden Ring's budget was reported at well over $100 million, with filming expected to last roughly 100 days. By June, in its coverage of Google's $75 million investment in the studio, The Wall Street Journal put it at $175 million....

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Here’s the difference between a $5 and Apple’s $129 USB-C cable - ZME Science - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:16:06 GMT
Here’s the difference between a $5 and Apple’s $129 USB-C cable ZME Science
 
T-Mobile’s T-Mix Phone Plans Introduce New Choose-Your-Own Perk Scheme - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The new plans have a broad pool of extras, from streaming services to phone discounts, but there are caveats to how many you can pick.
 
Some iPhone Duo Models Are Breaking. iFixit’s Teardown Might Explain Why - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Apple confirmed a “small number” of iPhone Duo units have an issue impacting the inner display.
 
Phantom Blade Zero's PC requirements reveal a 145GB install, 300GB for preloading, and upscaling - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Chinese developer S-Game posted the PC requirements on the game's official X account. There are few details beyond just Minimum and Recommended setups. However, in what has now become a standard in the industry, these specs only apply when upscaling is enabled.

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Nintendo Switch 2’s First Jailbreak Already Has YouTube Running on the Console, and an Untethered Exploit Is Reportedly Next - Wccftech - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:37:53 GMT
  1. Nintendo Switch 2’s First Jailbreak Already Has YouTube Running on the Console, and an Untethered Exploit Is Reportedly Next Wccftech
  2. Nintendo Switch 2 Suffers Major Exploit in Latest AI-Assisted Hack IMDb
  3. Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreak leads to ROMs and game files being dumped TweakTown
  4. Switch 2 security takes a hit as hackers unlock homebrew access Ars Technica
  5. Hackers have begun dumping the first images of games for the Nintendo Switch 2. GameGPU
 
Why You Shouldn’t Use AI Chatbots to Decide Who to Vote For - CNET Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:20:00 GMT
The midterm elections are upon us, but before you use an AI tool to help you decide on your votes, you need to know these things.
 
Xbox Game Pass adds new day-one title Scramble Knights Online today - TrueAchievements - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:03:36 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass adds new day-one title Scramble Knights Online today TrueAchievements
  2. Scramble Knights Online: Changing Genres to Save a Game XBOX Wire
  3. Scramble Knights Online launches in Early Access on October 26 Gematsu
  4. Scramble Knights Online launches this month via early access Niche Gamer
  5. Scramble Knights Online Lands on Game Pass Oct 26: Battle Royale Can't Work Without 3,000 Players Tech Times
 
Denmark gives up on replacing Microsoft Office, for now - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT

Early reports had the whole ministry ditching Microsoft Office by the end of 2025, but what launched on June 19 was a lot more modest – a pilot with 38 volunteers from the department. Those testers swapped Word for Collabora, an open-source office suite built on LibreOffice. Danish software firm...

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The actor rumoured to be playing Lucia in GTA 6 actively ignored questions about it during an introductory livestream - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:29:36 GMT
  1. The actor rumoured to be playing Lucia in GTA 6 actively ignored questions about it during an introductory livestream Video Games Chronicle
  2. GTA 6 Lucia actress Manni Perez reveals details about herself in Instagram live, but won’t talk about the game yet MARCA
  3. GTA 6 Fans Swarm Suspected Lucia Star During Wild Instagram Live HotHardware
  4. Manni L. Pérez, the Alleged Voice of Lucia in GTA VI, Holds Her First Instagram Livestream and Surprises Fans for an Unexpected Reason LevelUp
  5. GTA 6’s rumoured Lucia actor stays silent on the game during her first Instagram Live Tbreak UAE
 
Elon Musk predicts a neocloud bloodbath as SpaceX seeks $40 billion to buy more GPUs - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Writing in an X post yesterday, Musk said lenders had largely stopped providing money to those companies without substantial income outside AI data centers.

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Hiding Virtualization From Other Software - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:56 GMT
The Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) allows Linux systems to function as hypervisors without needing any extra software, but VMs created with it don’t behave exactly like real hardware does. Sometimes …read more
 
From impulse purchase to pocket studio: The M-Vave FM-1 - ArsTechnica Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:15 GMT
M-Vave's cheap FM-1 pocket synth has exploded as a community firmware playground.
 
The Hottest New Side Hustle Is Stripping Copper Wire and Posting About It - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Copper prices are at record highs, but for TikTok creators, the real money may be in teaching others how to strip wire—and selling them the tools to do it.
 
LG B6 OLED TV Review (2026) - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The LG B6 has deep and rich blacks and a low price tag, but midrange performance elsewhere.
 
Xbox Seeks Partner to Support Arkane Lyon as It Finishes Marvel's Blade, Extends Search for Buyer - IGN - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:19:19 GMT
  1. Xbox Seeks Partner to Support Arkane Lyon as It Finishes Marvel's Blade, Extends Search for Buyer IGN
  2. Time could be running out for Arkane PC Gamer
  3. Microsoft extends consultation period for Arkane Lyon as it continues development on Marvel's Blade GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Xbox Studio On Brink of Closure Gets More Time To Find a Home and Finish Marvel's Blade Polygon.com
  5. Report: Arkane Studios has until November 13 to find a buyer [Update 2] Gematsu
 
The Best Tools to Redo the Windows Taskbar - TechSpot Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Whether you miss the classic Windows taskbar or want a complete makeover, these tools restore old favorites, unlock deeper customization, and bring macOS-style docks and retro designs to Windows.
 
The Tragedy of Having a Wikipedia Page—and Then Losing It - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Every day, Wikipedia biographies of living people are flagged for deletion because the subjects are not “notable” enough. How do these poor souls take the news?
 
39 meta-analyses, 39 positive findings: An audit finds serious flaws in research on AI in education - The Hechinger Report - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
39 meta-analyses, 39 positive findings: An audit finds serious flaws in research on AI in education The Hechinger Report
 
Lykyn Review: A Mushroom Garden Worth Showing Off - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Dramatic lighting and fog make this countertop fruiting chamber a conversation starter. The mushrooms are pretty good too.
 
Meet the AI Agents Trying to Be Real-Life Journalists - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Jayden, Sam, and Zack are eagerly pitching editors on reported stories and investigative features. The catch? They're all AI agents.
 
Google Changed Gmail On October 16—Check Your Account Now - Forbes - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:23:31 GMT
  1. Google Changed Gmail On October 16—Check Your Account Now Forbes
  2. Updated Google privacy policy says your Gmail might be used for advertising Ars Technica
  3. Google makes a privacy policy exception to use your Gmail and Photos data for ads Android Authority
  4. Google Says Gmail and Photos Data Shared With AI Search Could Be Used for Targeted Ads The Hacker News
  5. Now Google says it might use your Gmail and Google Photos data to target ads The Verge
 
Valve Steam Frame Review: Costly and Inconsistent - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
The Steam Frame’s promise of greatness for stand-alone and streaming VR gaming doesn’t quite connect.
 
This AI Radio Host Speaks Spanish and Backs Immigrants. It’s Winning Over Listeners - Wired Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Coyotec is bilingual, swears, and tells listeners how to defend themselves against ICE. Its popularity comes as more broadcasters are experimenting with artificial personalities.
 
Hairy Armor For Combat Robot? It’s Not Terrible! - Hack a Day Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:00:59 GMT
[Angus] of Maker’s Muse enjoys combat robotics, in which contenders zip about in an arena, attempting to disable one another with weapons that lift, spin, and smash. He got a …read more
 
12 AI models were asked what they really think about humans — and almost all agreed on one uncomfortable truth - Tom's Guide - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:45:00 GMT
  1. 12 AI models were asked what they really think about humans — and almost all agreed on one uncomfortable truth Tom's Guide
  2. AI admits humans can make it dangerous Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
  3. AI models agree humans prefer belonging to truth news.lavx.hu
  4. Many AIs believe that 'humans would rather be wrong as a group than right individually.' GIGAZINE
  5. AI models think humans are a bunch of amoral sheep The Register
 
Samsung's first clip-on Galaxy Buds launch tomorrow, and there's good news for global buyers - Android Authority - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:40:00 GMT
  1. Samsung's first clip-on Galaxy Buds launch tomorrow, and there's good news for global buyers Android Authority
  2. Galaxy Buds On Europe Launch Timeline and Pricing Leak via Retailers SammyGuru
  3. As noise-canceling technology, which completely blocks out surrounding sounds, has reached its limit.. 매일경제
  4. Samsung Launches First Clip-On Wireless Earbuds on the 27th Seoul Economic Daily
  5. [Hands-On] Comfort, Convenience, and More: A Day With Galaxy Buds On Samsung Global Newsroom
 
iPhone Duo vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Which foldable is the best? - Tom's Guide - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:15:00 GMT
  1. iPhone Duo vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Which foldable is the best? Tom's Guide
  2. Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales Ars Technica
  3. Which Android Phone Is The Closest Equivalent To The iPhone Duo? Engadget
  4. Samsung Continues to See Record Sales for Galaxy Z8 Series in Europe, with Galaxy Z Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra Up Almost 50% Samsung Global Newsroom
  5. iPhone Duo looks better out of the box but apparently soon falls behind Galaxy Z Fold 8 in what matters most to me PhoneArena
 
Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina - MIT Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 26, 2026 - Lifehacker - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
  1. Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, October 26, 2026 Lifehacker
  2. NYT Strands Hints for October 26, 2026 The New York Times
  3. NYT Strands hints, answers for October 26, 2026 Mashable
  4. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Monday, October 26, 2026 Parade Magazine
  5. NYT Strands Hints And Daily Guide For Puzzle #968 — October 27, 2026: Tips, Theme Clues, And Spangram Help Yahoo Tech
 
Modders unlock NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20, 30 and 40 series compute limits, nearly doubling some Tensor Core throughput - TweakTown - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 03:43:11 GMT
  1. Modders unlock NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20, 30 and 40 series compute limits, nearly doubling some Tensor Core throughput TweakTown
  2. Nvidia RTX 20, 30, and 40-series GPUs hacked to remove a half-speed AI throttle — firmware exploit doubles RTX 4090's peak tensor rate, lifts RTX 3090 Ti matrix math up to 80% Tom's Hardware
  3. GeForce Unlocked: Modders Boost RTX 20, RTX 30, and RTX 40 Compute Performance by Up to 2x TechPowerUp
  4. Modders Unlock GeForce RTX 20, 30 And 40 GPUs For Up To 2X Compute Gains HotHardware
  5. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 GPUs Get Up To 2X Faster AI Compute Performance With New GPU Unlock Mod, Real-World Gains Of Up To 60% Wccftech
 
No mic? Samsung TVs may hijack your soundbar to listen in, researcher claims - Notebookcheck - Google Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:19:00 GMT
  1. No mic? Samsung TVs may hijack your soundbar to listen in, researcher claims Notebookcheck
  2. Samsung TVs might use the mics of connected devices to listen to you, researcher says Mashable
  3. Cybersecurity bounty hunter says Samsung TVs use AI to record audio and screenshots for ads — 'Finally found a company that truly listens to its customers,' says hacker Tom's Hardware
  4. Your TV Might Be Listening to You. Here’s How to Stop It. The New York Times
  5. A Samsung smart TV security report makes some worrying privacy claims about the TVs, but this doesn't seem like much of a scandal — here's why I'm not worried TechRadar
 
"Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis" 30th Anniversary Trailer - Dark Horizons - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 23:51:52 GMT
  1. "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis" 30th Anniversary Trailer Dark Horizons
  2. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Length Around 14-16 Hours; Devs Said They’ve “Intentionally” Built a World That’ll Make Players “Curious to Explore” MP1st
  3. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis – the evolution of Lara Croft’s design PlayStation.Blog
  4. TOMB RAIDER MARKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY WITH MUSIC RELEASES AND ARTWORK TombRaiderChronicles
  5. Tomb Raider's 2027's Return Looks Stunning in New Official Footage Polygon.com
 
'Call of Duty' North Korea invasion edition tops sales charts in South - Japan Today - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
  1. 'Call of Duty' North Korea invasion edition tops sales charts in South Japan Today
  2. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Launch Patch Notes Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review – a thrilling airport novel of a game The Guardian
  4. Modern Warfare 4 Rescues The Reboot Series By Replicating Call of Duty’s Greatest Era IGN
  5. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Review, Gameplay Impressions for Multiplayer, Campaign and DMZ Modes Bleacher Report
 
Apple’s New Anti-Theft System For iPhones Is Now Live, Report Claims - Forbes - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 20:45:13 GMT
  1. Apple’s New Anti-Theft System For iPhones Is Now Live, Report Claims Forbes
  2. Apple Will Reportedly Stop Making You Feel Like a Thief When You Return an Unopened iPhone Gizmodo
  3. Apple Will Reportedly Run Diagnostics On Returned iPhones Without Opening The Packaging Engadget
  4. Apple Stores have a new trick for spotting iPhone return scams PhoneArena
  5. Apple Stores Reportedly Rolling Out New Anti-Theft System for iPhones MacRumors
 
13 Short And Sweet Scary Games To Treat Yourself To Before Halloween - Kotaku - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 20:09:55 GMT
  1. 13 Short And Sweet Scary Games To Treat Yourself To Before Halloween Kotaku
  2. PlayStation Indies: 9 must-play horror games for the spooky season PlayStation.Blog
  3. The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween Eurogamer.net
  4. Halloween Week 2026: A Week of Nightmares space4games
  5. Top Horror Games on PlayStation Plus for Halloween Fun virus.hr
 
Supercurrent enables the reading of quantum information without destroying it - Phys.org - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:00:20 GMT
  1. Supercurrent enables the reading of quantum information without destroying it Phys.org
  2. Supercurrent could help scientists read quantum information without destroying it Interesting Engineering
  3. Scientists Achieve Nearly Perfect Non-Destructive Qubit Reading with 99.85% Accuracy Inkorr
  4. Supercurrent Enables Reading Qubit States Without Destruction Quantum Zeitgeist
 
Even XBOX doesn't think Windows 11 is the answer - Windows Central - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:14:17 GMT
  1. Even XBOX doesn't think Windows 11 is the answer Windows Central
  2. The Xbox Handheld Will Matter So Much More Than ‘Project Helix’ Gizmodo
  3. The next-gen Xbox won’t cost you $1,800. It can’t. Can it? The Verge
  4. Microsoft reportedly projects $1,200 to $1,800 price for 2028 Project Helix Ars Technica
  5. Windows and Xbox are reportedly clashing over Project Helix, and the Windows Central Podcast breaks down what’s going on Yahoo Tech
 
Google's privacy policy now has a loophole for using your Gmail and Photos data in ads - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:33:00 GMT

The change sits in Google's updated privacy policy, which took effect on October 16 and was first spotted by Android Authority. The policy has long said, "We don't show you personalized ads based on your content from Drive, Gmail, or Photos." That line is still there, but it now ends...

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PS5's War Against Jailbreaks Triggers Fresh Wave of Criticism - Push Square - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT
  1. PS5's War Against Jailbreaks Triggers Fresh Wave of Criticism Push Square
  2. A PS5 hacker reports a security flaw to Sony and pockets $50,000 Instant Gaming News
  3. PS5 Linux Project Gets Support for PS5 Pro and Up To Firmware Version 13.60 TechPowerUp
  4. Sony Issues New PS5 Firmware Update as Jailbreak Race Heats Up Ahead of GTA 6 Release IGN
  5. 'GTA 6' at Risk as PS5 Hackers Officially Claim Major New Breakthrough Polygon.com
 
AI will keep uncovering critical software flaws for years, says Cloudflare CEO - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:20:00 GMT

Prince told Reuters that Cloudflare is aware of "a bunch of additional severe vulnerabilities that are present in other pieces of critical software," though he did not name the affected programs. He compared them to the PHP bugs that recently forced government websites, the game store GOG, and many smaller...

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Engineers develop stealthy, low-cost tech to detect drones - Tech Xplore - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:20:01 GMT
  1. Engineers develop stealthy, low-cost tech to detect drones Tech Xplore
  2. US scientists detect incoming drones from 49 feet using motor signals Interesting Engineering
  3. US researchers develop a drone detection system based on their magnetic emissions Ejércitos
  4. Affordable Magnetic Signature Tech Developed in the US to Detect Drones Inkorr
 
The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you should know about - TechCrunch - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:10:00 GMT
  1. The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you should know about TechCrunch
  2. Bee Here Now Spyglass
  3. Amazon’s $75 AI wearable hides a bigger $144-a-year bet TheStreet
  4. Amazon and Meta join race for AI wearables now in focus 디지털투데이
  5. AI Wearables Move From Note-Taking Pendants to Everyday Companions JournalArta
 
40+ Games Are Reduced By 90% In The Xbox Shocktober Sale 2026 - Pure Xbox - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. 40+ Games Are Reduced By 90% In The Xbox Shocktober Sale 2026 Pure Xbox
  2. Xbox Shocktober sale cuts £22 off Resident Evil Requiem in huge price drop AOL.co.uk
  3. 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Shocktober Sale Pure Xbox
  4. Xbox Shocktober Sale Deals: 9 Games Worth Buying Techloy
 
Microsoft's Windows Insider wallpapers were apparently made on a Mac - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:26:00 GMT

Most image files carry a small tag naming the app that last saved them, buried in a properties menu that few people ever open. When a Windows developer checked it on Microsoft's newest wallpapers, it pointed to Photoshop running on a Mac. The company has since swapped in cleaned-up copies.

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Is the Ninja MultiPot the Kitchen Appliance You Need, or Just the One You Want? - CNET Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Ninja releases kitchen appliances so often that it’s hard to keep up. Here’s whether or not the new MultiPot XL is a true kitchen essential.
 
Wallhack M-001 Review: When Fun Overrides Specs - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT
With a tactile dongle for on-the-fly customization and a metal chassis, the Wallhack M-001 is the most fun I've had reviewing a gaming mouse in a long time.
 
Scientists Trapped an Antimatter Particle for Months to Study Its Secrets - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
These elusive and reactive particles have been challenging to hold on to and even more challenging to study, but a new method paves the way for tests on the differences between matter and antimatter.
 
Six Xbox Game Pass Titles Are Confirmed For The Final Few Days Of October - Pure Xbox - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. Six Xbox Game Pass Titles Are Confirmed For The Final Few Days Of October Pure Xbox
  2. Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 26 to 30 XBOX Wire
  3. Game Pass Is Getting Final Fantasy 7 And Last Year’s Best Supernatural Detective Mystery Kotaku
  4. Xbox console users will receive 50 games from October 26 to 31. GameGPU
  5. Xbox to Get Almost 40 New Games in a Few Days. Among Them Are Unexpected Releases iXBT.games
 
Comcast lost 144,000 broadband customers last quarter, is planning layoffs so AI agents can take over customer service - TechSpot Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:49:00 GMT

Comcast released its Q3 2026 financial results this week, showing lower revenue and adjusted profit amid an exodus of subscribers from its broadband business. The company reported $29.3 billion in total revenue, down 6.1% year over year from $31.2 billion on a reported basis, reflecting the Versant separation and the...

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6 Best Folding Phones (2026): Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Ready to move on from the traditional glass slab? Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphones.
 
Former Minecraft lead, Xbox veteran and COO Helen Chiang "fired" for "policy violations" - Windows Central - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:10:08 GMT
  1. Former Minecraft lead, Xbox veteran and COO Helen Chiang "fired" for "policy violations" Windows Central
  2. Xbox’s first chief operating officer is out after just a few months The Verge
  3. Xbox's brand-new COO is already gone, three months after the job was created Eurogamer.net
  4. Xbox Veteran Who Just Got Promoted Under Asha Sharma Promptly Leaves Amid Mysterious Circumstances GameSpot
  5. Xbox's Newly-Announced COO Is Leaving Microsoft After 21 Years Pure Xbox
 
The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Apple will reportedly launch an innovative new MacBook next week, which means existing options have their largest discount yet.
 
AV2 Video Codec Adoption Talked Up, SVT-AV2 Being Developed - Phoronix - Google Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:42:00 GMT
  1. AV2 Video Codec Adoption Talked Up, SVT-AV2 Being Developed Phoronix
  2. YouTube Sets Early 2027 Target for AV2 Streams on the Web TechPowerUp
  3. Explained: How YouTube watching experience is set to improve with next-gen streaming technology The Times of India
  4. Why smoother video streaming needs more than just faster internet Business Standard
  5. YouTube AV2 codec support planned for Q1 2027 rollout Android Headlines
 
Oil Spills Wreak Havoc on the Bottom of the Ocean, Even a Decade Later - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
While oil is known to float, new research finds that over time it can permeate even extremely deep marine habitats, with animal populations declining by as much as 80 percent.
 
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Make Your Phone Hot. Here’s How to Keep It Cool - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Powering a car dashboard is more demanding on your handset than you might think. These tips will save battery life and help your phone chill out.
 
Hyve Smart Package Locker Review: Protecting Your Holiday Deliveries - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:01:00 GMT
Hyve’s smart porch lockbox can secure incoming gifts—if your delivery driver uses it and there’s still room inside.
 
What the US Movement Against Data Centers Can Learn From Abroad - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Paris Marx, author of Hyperscale, has been tracking global data center development for years. The US has a lot to learn from what’s happened everywhere from Ireland to New Zealand.
 
Here’s What Happens to Bacon When You Add Water While Cooking - CNET Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Water and greasy bacon sound like a recipe for hot splatter. Here’s how the viral hack actually works.
 
iPhone Duo Owners: Your Apps Will Look Better Soon - CNET Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Apple’s first foldable has new screen dimensions, leaving apps with a lot of unused space or awkward cropping. It’ll get better over time.
 
We Linked 150 of Ikea’s $10 Speakers to Make a Wall of Sound - Wired Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
WIRED attempts what even the Swedish brand hasn’t: making a sonic monolith using scores of the cheapest Bluetooth speakers on the market. Can you have too much of a small thing?
 
Man Destroys $2,000 iPhone Duo With Dirt, Fire, Knives and Medieval Chainmail - CNET Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:38:26 GMT
YouTuber JerryRigEverything tests the iPhone Duo’s durability for scratch and dust resistance. And it is wild to watch.
 
Only one person in the world can play this free Steam game at a time - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:39:00 GMT

Jono is the work of Tuomas Erikoinen, the artist behind the original Angry Birds, who now makes games on his own as Part Time Monkey. In the game, when your turn finally comes up, you get exactly one minute to steer the tiny pixel-art hero past spikes, crushers, ice, and...

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SK hynix will build a US fab for Solidigm, but scraps IPO plans - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:35:00 GMT

A new facility would support Solidigm's high-capacity enterprise SSD business. Its existing manufacturing capacity barely covers projected requirements, making additional production a priority for parent company SK hynix.

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What the canceled Mass Effect 5 would have been: a sci-fi spy thriller built around player choice - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:37:00 GMT

A Redditor shared a trailer for the next Mass Effect game, revealed to be called Mass Effect: Universe, shortly after EA canceled the game and closed BioWare. Bloomberg's Jason Schreier and IGN later confirmed the trailer's authenticity, and others involved with BioWare have added some context.

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"Dark GPUs" at Amazon show the limits of the AI buildout: chips are easy to buy, power is not - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:12:00 GMT

Amazon is allegedly taking in billions of dollars' worth of Nvidia racks every month, even though some sites aren't ready for them and there is no electricity to feed the AI accelerators just yet. According to internal emails seen by Business Insider, Amazon is willing to tie up billions in...

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PowerToys adds smarter mouse controls and more Windows customization - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:43:00 GMT
Microsoft's latest PowerToys update introduces Mouse Button Lock, which lets you drag and select without holding down a button, and CursorHide, which automatically hides the pointer while typing. The release also adds a quick-access shelf to Command Palette, more keyboard remapping options, and offline voice dictation for ZoomIt screenshots.
 
The PHP Meltdown Shows How AI Makes Bugs More Exploitable - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Security researchers used AI tools to help uncover years-old vulnerabilities in the PHP web scripting language. Then the AI-assisted attacks began.
 
A 1,000-mile cloud on Mars may reveal physics never seen in nature - ArsTechnica Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:50:28 GMT
A new model suggests Mars may host ice-forming physics never directly observed before.
 
New mRNA Vaccine Reduces Risk of Melanoma Recurrence by Over 40 Percent - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The vaccine is personalized to a patient’s tumor, and results from the Phase 3 trial are yet another example of the promise of mRNA vaccines in treating cancer.
 
Best Pet Camera of 2026: Furbo, Petcube, and Enabot - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Whether you’re near or far, keep an eye on your fur baby with our favorite pet cameras.
 
Ice sheet expansion may have started 2,000 years ago, but we canceled that - ArsTechnica Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:00:09 GMT
The tiny remains of the Laurentide Ice Sheet began getting somewhat less tiny.
 
9 Unique Apps to Try on the iPhone Duo - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Apple’s first folding phone is inspiring indie developers to create fun, quirky apps that take advantage of the screen and the hinge. Here are a few to try as you explore the Duo.
 
My Favorite Sofa Is Discounted for Joybird’s Semiannual Sale - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Joybird Eliot Sleeper, plus hundreds of other options, are up to 40 percent off during the brand’s Semiannual sale.
 
The iPhone Duo's screen is cracking in the same weird L-shape for multiple owners - TechSpot Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:26:00 GMT

The iPhone Duo subreddit alone already has multiple threads from users complaining about, and sharing pictures of, cracked screens. Some report that Apple has been generous with replacements for the $2,000 phone so far, but it remains to be seen how the company's policy will evolve as it works through...

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12 Absolutely Banging Proper Watches Under $400 - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
WIRED and its panel of watch experts hunted for real mechanical timepieces at rock-bottom prices and found a wealth of options. Here are our favorites.
 
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
I’ve tested laptops for more than a decade, and here’s my advice for finding the right laptop for you.
 
The Qubitunes Soundstage Toy Is a Great Gift for Kids - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
This screen-free soundstage starter kit opens a world of audio fun for kids aged 3 years and up.
 
Ray-Ban Meta Audio Review: The Best Smart Glasses - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
No cameras? No problem. Ditching the surveillance baggage makes Meta’s audio-only frames surprisingly easy to live with.
 
Garmin Vivoactive 5 and Forerunner 165 Are up to 30 Percent Off (2026) - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:06:00 GMT
I’ve tested almost every Garmin watch—these entry-level favorites are steeply discounted right now.
 
Inside the Supermassive Debate Over the James Webb Telescope’s ‘Little Red Dots’ - Wired Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The Webb telescope sees tiny red dots everywhere. Astronomers can’t agree on what they are, but some believe they may be enormous stars with black holes inside.
 
NASA updates lander plans for Moon landings, finally solves long-festering Orion issue - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:48:25 GMT
"We have the mandate, we have the resources, and the support from our stakeholders."
 
Apple’s iPod Turns 25: The Song Catalog That Rode Wit You - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:37:05 GMT
An Apple Music easter egg lets you experience the nostalgic sound and scroll of the gadget’s click wheel.
 
The iPhone Duo Just Passed 55,000 in Our Fold-a-Phone Testing Machine. Can It Beat the Galaxy Z Fold 8? - CNET Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:35 GMT
We’re folding Apple’s iPhone Duo 900 times an hour to test how its hinge will last.
 
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
In Compton Lecture, the distinguished legal scholar warns of potential “loss of the Enlightenment” while suggesting ways innovations can meet our civic and cultural needs.
 
Hegseth warns prediction market bets warp military judgment, endanger troops - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:28:43 GMT
Pentagon memo: Insider trading gives US enemies key intel on military operations.
 
Updated Google privacy policy says your Gmail might be used for advertising - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:19:55 GMT
Turning on Personal Intelligence gives the company more data for ad targeting.
 
Micron's 2027 roadmap: DDR6 with 2x DDR5 bandwidth, 1TB RDIMMs, and 400+ layer NAND - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:12:00 GMT

Micron has detailed its 1δ (1-Delta) node as the follow-up to 1γ (1-Gamma). The new node, which features angstrom-level process control and HKMG CMOS structure, will reportedly deliver roughly 25% higher bit density than its predecessor when manufacturing advanced DRAM products.

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Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:35:00 GMT
During the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Symposium, President Sally Kornbluth said “MIT has never needed your particular insight and guidance more than we do now.”
 
Inside the Pentagon, the pressure is on to find a home for a new spaceport - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:33:58 GMT
Space Force considering options: public-private, federal installation, state land.
 
Spotify ramps up policy enforcement on family plans - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:20:27 GMT
If you share Spotify sub with family, you may need to scan QR code to prove it.
 
Vibe-coded emulator adds color to Virtual Boy's red monochrome games - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:36:00 GMT

Despite selling just 770,000 units worldwide, Nintendo's Virtual Boy still has a small but dedicated fan base experimenting with new ways to use the console. The stereoscopic system failed to achieve commercial success and could display games only in monochrome red hues. Now, a new emulator called VBoy Color aims...

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Revival Rugs Birthday Sale: 20 Percent Off Sitewide Through Sunday - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:27:32 GMT
The brand’s lovely selection of hand-knotted and handwoven wool rugs at reasonable prices make it a WIRED-staff favorite.
 
Gunter Stein, control systems and theory expert, dies at 84 - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:25:00 GMT
Longtime EECS adjunct professor and LIDS researcher was known for an influential essay on the need for engineers to “respect the unstable.”
 
Crows can evaluate visual info twice as fast as mammals - ArsTechnica Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:32:58 GMT
Birds' compact nervous system seems to help them handle tasks very quickly.
 
What’s the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2026) - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The first folding iPhone Duo is here, alongside the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, but they’re not your only options. We have all the details on Apple’s smartphone lineup to help you find the right model.
 
Jensen Huang says Nvidia's AI chips carry "the lowest" risk of any asset and could serve as collateral for debt - TechSpot Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:58:00 GMT

Speaking with Yahoo Finance's Deirdre Bosa on the sidelines of Nvidia's GTC conference in Berlin, CEO Jensen Huang described the company's AI accelerators as "productive," "fungible," and "durable." He argued that investors and lenders should rethink how they evaluate investments in AI infrastructure.

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Elon Musk Just Dumped Another $76 Million Into the Midterms - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:12:49 GMT
The trillionaire has given more than $445 million to Republican political groups this election cycle, as Democrats vow to investigate him.
 
How Many Billions Would It Take to Hold Meta Accountable? - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Meta got hit this week with its biggest fine yet, the latest in a mounting pile of court-ordered payments.
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Review: The Littlest Smartphone That Could - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Samsung’s cute compact is for those who want the smallest possible phone. Performance and camera are solid, but it’s pricier than its predecessor.
 
Split Tunneling Is Your VPN’s Best Feature. Here’s How to Make the Most of It - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
This feature common to VPN services gives you protection and privacy specifically when and where you need it.
 
Turtle Beach Vulcan II XP Review: Clicky Compromise - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Great for typing and fine for gaming, but too many compromises keep this mechanical keyboard from leveling up your play.
 
TDM Neo Hybrid Headphones Review: Two-in-One Woes - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
CES 2026 loved these innovative headphones that transform into a Bluetooth speaker. After living with them, I’m impressed by the engineering, but less impressed by the sound.
 
A Dating App Is Offering ‘Chivalry Mode’ and ‘Marriage Timeline’ to Get Gen Z Married - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Upward, a newly relaunched Christian app, is pitching trad values to a generation that barely even dates.
 
What Type of Mattress Is Right for You? (2026) - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:08:00 GMT
Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.
 
Best Early Black Friday Smart Bird Feeder Deals (2026) - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT
I’ve spent years testing smart bird feeders. These are the currently discounted models I’d buy for myself—or give as gifts.
 
8 Things to Know About the iPhone Duo - Wired Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Did you manage to score Apple’s first folding phone on launch day? Are you still mulling it over? Here are a few things to keep in mind.
 
Q&A: How AI came to model the “messy” human mind - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Benjamin Lindquist studies how engineers deliberately injected randomness into early AI, giving rise to deep-learning models that sometimes hallucinate.
 
Persistence, teamwork, and some healthy competition - MIT Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Senior Veronica Calzadilla Sosa has taken the long route toward her MIT degree and found a supportive community along the way.
 
This design software reimagines everyday objects as self-aware devices - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
“X-Hinges” helps design and 3D print items like lamps and gloves with an interactive twist: automatically embedded sensors that perceive and adaptively respond to human contact.
 
MIT’s Kavanaugh Fellowship: From invention to impact - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:20:00 GMT
The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program helps scholars turn promising research into successful businesses.
 
Startup plans to rejuvenate the nuclear power industry with a new manufacturing approach - MIT Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by Jake Jurewicz ’14, SM ’15, Blue Energy aims to manufacture giant pieces of nuclear reactors at shipyards and ship them on barges for final assembly.
 
Making room to explore - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
 
For students with their sights set on space medicine, a new community takes flight - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:00 GMT
MIT’s Doctors Without Gravity club connects health and space science enthusiasts.
 
Tod Machover’s new symphony plays with AI while reflecting on democracy - MIT Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The MIT composer’s inventive “already and not yet,” premiering at the Boston Symphony Orchestra, uses new AI tools to create interplay with musicians while thematically exploring the fortunes of democracy.
 
MIT student team CERBERUZ wins NASA LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, turning lunar trash into tools - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT
The team took first prize in both the Prototype and Digital Twin tracks for its lunar waste recycling system.
 
The ocean’s most abundant “loner” microbe has a sticky second life - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
Researchers in the Chisholm lab find Prochlorococcus can switch between drifting alone and living in attached communities, a discovery that could reshape estimates of how much carbon the ocean moves to the deep sea.
 
Beaver Works Summer Institute: A leader in transformational STEM education - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Jointly run by Lincoln Laboratory and the School of Engineering, the program has guided thousands of high school students to technical paths over the past 10 years.
 
MIT spinout makes surgical stitching more like applying a sticky note - MIT Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
SanaHeal has developed a biologically compatible adhesive that sticks to wet tissues to simplify a variety of surgeries.
 
Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health - MIT Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:15:00 GMT
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.
 
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world - MIT Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
 
MapQuest Has a Feature Google Maps Doesn’t: A License Plate Reader Map - CNET Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:37 GMT
Switch on the Surveillance layer in MapQuest’s app, and eyeball icons mark known license plate readers from Flock, Motorola, Axon and other makers.
 
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation - MIT Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
 
Suzy Nelson transformed student life at MIT - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:35:00 GMT
Over the last decade, the vice chancellor has refocused the Institute’s approach to student life to center on student well-being.
 
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT
MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics finds sustainability commitments are strong, but governance gaps and external disruptions prevent execution.
 
AI model decodes the language cells use to communicate - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT
A new computational approach reveals how cells communicate to assemble into tissues. This could accelerate stem cell engineering, improve disease models, and inform therapies.
 
Satellite data reveal how Antarctica’s ice cliffs behave over time - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The cliffs don’t always collapse in the runaway process that scientists had expected.
 
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society - MIT Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Professor Eric So explores how the technology affects our thinking skills.
 
MIT remembers Thomas Rose, a brilliant researcher and generous colleague - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Faculty, students, staff, family, and friends gathered to remember the assistant professor and archaeometallurgist who died last month.
 
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out - MIT Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new machine-learning approach broke records for weather forecasting for an important time frame in emergency planning.
 
Reprogrammed NK immune cells target cancer and autoimmune disorders - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new approach can program these cells inside the body and shows promise against diseases caused by dysfunctional T cells, including lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis.
 
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Professor Deb Roy contends there should be someone who is “answerable” for every piece of text in public life, no matter its origins.
 
Exploring how plants thrive in a changing environment - MIT Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor David Des Marais studies how plants interact with their surroundings and adapt over time.
 
Economists Robert Hall PhD ’67 and Michael Woodford PhD ’83 share Nobel Prize - MIT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT alumni are honored for work that illuminates how government policy can spur growth in response to economic downturns.
 
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia? - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:25:00 GMT
MIT Statistics and Data Science Center Director Alexander (Sasha) Rakhlin shares important considerations for departments and institutions.
 
Shape-sensing sheet digitally tracks its movement as it bends and twists - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Developed by MIT engineers, this flexible material could be used as a wearable, motion-monitoring “skin” in physical therapy, virtual reality, and gaming.
 
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers - MIT Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By rethinking how large cloud computing systems operate, Associate Professor Christina Delimitrou seeks to make data centers more energy efficient.
 
Margaret Hamilton, computing pioneer who led software development for the Apollo program, dies at 90 - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:55:00 GMT
Over two decades at MIT, Hamilton forged new paths in computer science and engineering. Her groundbreaking work included leading the team that programmed the first computers that took humans to the moon.
 
Planning system ensures a robot’s flight path will remain collision-free - MIT Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
This new method, called “SANDO,” could help disaster-response robots navigate dangerous, unknown environments.
 
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
As director, Bourg has focused on digital access, open and equitable scholarly publishing, and expanded support for data-intensive research.
 
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country - MIT Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The effort aims to help U.S. learners from kindergarten to community college, with an emphasis on math, making, and the constructive use of AI.
 
Astronomers catch a star slowly snacking on a brown dwarf, 300 light years away - MIT Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The discovery reveals a new way that stars and planetary companions can interact.
 
Met Warehouse dedication ceremony launches new era - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Once a storage castle, now a design stronghold, the landmark building is a major new hub at MIT.
 
MIT releases financials and endowment figures for 2026 - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT
The Institute’s pooled investments returned 10.3 percent last year; endowment stands at $29.2 billion.
 
3 Questions: A new resource to empower young entrepreneurs - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Martin Trust Center Managing Director Bill Aulet introduces Dear Dreamer, a free platform for middle and high school students who want to learn about entrepreneurship.
 
MIT class project turns into an FDA-cleared treatment for tremors - MIT Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Wristband device from Encora Therapeutics started as a project in 2.009, MIT’s iconic product-design class.
 
Do You Use a VPN or Other Cyber Security Suites? We Want to Know Which One Is Worth the Money - CNET Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:38 GMT
Help us crown the most trusted anti virus, VPNs and security tools of 2026 in our People’s Picks survey.
 
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest - MIT Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new, five-day MIT event reaches takeoff with a forum about discovery and innovation.
 
This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Able to defeat top-ranked human players and more efficient than other models, the new system could help decision-makers in military maneuvers or business negotiations.
 
Lung cancers can use two different mechanisms to evade KRAS-inhibiting drugs - MIT Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Some tumor cells develop resistance by amplifying the KRAS gene, while others change their tumor type, MIT researchers have found.
 
Powered by muscle cells, a paper-thin robot swims through watery maze - MIT Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ new aquabot offers a way to design small, efficient “biohybrid” robots.
 
Download iOS 27.2 Now to Bring These Features and More to Your iPhone - CNET Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:14:43 GMT
The update brings Siri AI to more languages and updates a few apps, like FaceTime and Apple Music.