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Meta adds the Xbox Game Pass starter edition to its Horizon Plus plan, which costs $60/year or $8/month; the starter pass allows 10 hours of gaming per month (Scott Stein/CNET) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:50:04 GMT

Scott Stein / CNET:
Meta adds the Xbox Game Pass starter edition to its Horizon Plus plan, which costs $60/year or $8/month; the starter pass allows 10 hours of gaming per month — Meta's throwing Xbox cloud gaming Into Its Horizon Plus Quest subscription, and converting its controllers to work with it. — Editor at Large

 
Fiat's new $15,000 mini EV is now on sale in the US, but it's not yet legal to drive - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:40:00 GMT

To put $14,985 in perspective: it's less than cycling enthusiasts pay for a top-tier carbon road bike, and it's roughly half of what the average American paid for a three-year-old used car in early 2026, according to Edmunds data.

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Analysis: every frontier AI model tested in cybersecurity evaluations attempted to "cheat", led by GPT-5.4 at 14.1% of tasks; Mythos cheated the least, at 7.8% (AI Security Institute) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:35:01 GMT

AI Security Institute:
Analysis: every frontier AI model tested in cybersecurity evaluations attempted to “cheat”, led by GPT-5.4 at 14.1% of tasks; Mythos cheated the least, at 7.8% — Can you trust an AI model to do what you intended? This is a central question both for those deploying AI systems …

 
Microsoft just open-sourced the app that made Comic Sans famous - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:31:00 GMT
Microsoft has open-sourced Comic Chat, its quirky 1996 IRC client that turned text conversations into comic strips with cartoon avatars, speech bubbles, and dynamic panel layouts. Now released under the MIT License, the project can be explored, preserved, and even modernized by developers and retro computing enthusiasts.
 
How to connect your Ring doorbell camera to your smart TV - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT
It's easy to see who's at the door without grabbing your phone.
 
Apple says it fixed a vulnerability in its Hide My Email tool that let anyone see a user's real email address; researchers first reported the issue in June 2025 (Joseph Cox/404 Media) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:20:02 GMT

Joseph Cox / 404 Media:
Apple says it fixed a vulnerability in its Hide My Email tool that let anyone see a user's real email address; researchers first reported the issue in June 2025 — For a year, Apple knew that an issue in its Hide My Email feature was exposing customers' real email addresses.

 
Meta quietly releases StoryKit, a new mobile app that uses AI to create personalized children's stories, including illustrations and original music, in Mexico (Zac Hall/9to5Mac) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Zac Hall / 9to5Mac:
Meta quietly releases StoryKit, a new mobile app that uses AI to create personalized children's stories, including illustrations and original music, in Mexico — Meta has quietly released a new iPhone app that uses AI to create personalized children's stories, complete with illustrations, narration, and original music.

 
University of Tennessee Research Foundation sues Anthropic in Delaware for allegedly infringing neural network patents, the first such case against Anthropic (Blake Brittain/Reuters) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:10:03 GMT

Blake Brittain / Reuters:
University of Tennessee Research Foundation sues Anthropic in Delaware for allegedly infringing neural network patents, the first such case against Anthropic — The research arm of the University of Tennessee has sued artificial-intelligence giant Anthropic in Delaware federal court …

 
A Sneaky Hacking Tool Targeting AI Infrastructure Is Lurking in Victims’ Blind Spots - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:08:44 GMT
A new type of malware can worm deep into AI coding systems to steal data and logins—and can flip a “death switch” to destroy files and keep out real users.
 
Meta Horizon+ subscriptions now include Xbox Game Pass starter edition - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:08:33 GMT
Meta Horizon+ subscriptions are now bundled with the starter edition of Xbox Game Pass.
 
Hasbro's Big Video Game Push Is Already Struggling - Kotaku - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:56:00 GMT
Hasbro's Big Video Game Push Is Already Struggling Kotaku
 
OpenAI executive Chris Lehane says Sam Altman plans to brief the Trump administration and US lawmakers next week on the company's upcoming generation of models (Maggie Eastland/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:55:01 GMT

Maggie Eastland / Bloomberg:
OpenAI executive Chris Lehane says Sam Altman plans to brief the Trump administration and US lawmakers next week on the company's upcoming generation of models — OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman plans to brief the Trump administration and US lawmakers next week on the upcoming generation …

 
NAND shortages could finally ease in 2027, but ADATA warns the DRAM crisis may last another 10 years - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:41:00 GMT

TrendForce's latest NAND flash report is a rare piece of good news for those hoping SSD prices will eventually return to something approaching normal. The analyst firm says the market will remain undersupplied throughout 2026, recording a supply deficit of between 4% and 5%, as booming AI demand clashes with limited capacity expansion.

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Lego just unveiled a 1,500-piece X-Files set, complete with Mulder, Scully and a grey alien - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:40:23 GMT
The first Lego X-Files set costs $200 and will be available in August.
 
Google launches Gemini 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber, and says it has started its "most ambitious pre-training run yet" for Gemini 4 (Tulsee Doshi/Google) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:40:03 GMT

Tulsee Doshi / Google:
Google launches Gemini 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber, and says it has started its “most ambitious pre-training run yet” for Gemini 4 — Our newest Gemini models deliver the efficiency, latency, and reliability to build AI agents at scale.

 
Google says Gemini 3.6 Flash delivers better coding, knowledge work, and multimodal performance while reducing output token usage by up to 17% vs. 3.5 Flash (MacKenzie Sigalos/CNBC) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:40:03 GMT

MacKenzie Sigalos / CNBC:
Google says Gemini 3.6 Flash delivers better coding, knowledge work, and multimodal performance while reducing output token usage by up to 17% vs. 3.5 Flash — Alphabet is releasing three new Gemini models on Tuesday, including its clearest answer yet to Anthropic's lead in cybersecurity …

 
Nvidia details its Vera CPU for data centers, its first CPU with a custom core design, featuring 88 cores and 176 threads, set for general release in H2 2026 (Jake Roach/Tom's Hardware) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:35:04 GMT

Jake Roach / Tom's Hardware:
Nvidia details its Vera CPU for data centers, its first CPU with a custom core design, featuring 88 cores and 176 threads, set for general release in H2 2026 — Nvidia's Vera CPU is its first bid to become a key player in the data center CPU market. Although Grace has seen some success …

 
Tired of xargs? - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:30:54 GMT
What if you want to do something in Linux for a lot of files? [Numerator] was tired of using xarg and other ways to handle this job and created bashumerate. …read more
 
This Spotify setting makes your music feel DJ mixed - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Spotify's DJ-inspired tools are loads of fun, but probably won't land you any bar mitzvah gigs.
 
Sources: Apple plans to launch Apple Upgrade, a leasing program for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, in partnership with Klarna in the US next week (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:25:02 GMT

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg:
Sources: Apple plans to launch Apple Upgrade, a leasing program for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, in partnership with Klarna in the US next week — Apple Inc. is preparing to introduce Apple Upgrade, a leasing program that will mark one of the biggest-ever changes to how the company sells devices.

 
Garmin finally made a screenless fitness tracker - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:20:41 GMT
The Cirqa Smart Band is Garmin's answer to Whoop and the Fitbit Air.
 
Samsung can’t afford to play it safe with Apple’s first foldable looming - The Verge - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:20:33 GMT
  1. Samsung can’t afford to play it safe with Apple’s first foldable looming The Verge
  2. Samsung Is Under Serious Pressure. Here’s Why It Needs to Nail Its Next Z Fold Phone CNET
  3. Phablets are making a comeback, and they fix everything wrong with modern smartphones How-To Geek
  4. Why Samsung’s passport-style foldable phone matters for the smartphone industry The Indian Express
  5. Samsung lost the latest global foldable battle, and it wasn't even close PhoneArena
 
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe - Ars Technica - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:18:23 GMT
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe Ars Technica
 
Google says Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber is a "cost-efficient and highly capable alternative" to models like Mythos, available first to governments and some partners (Emma Roth/The Verge) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:18:05 GMT

Emma Roth / The Verge:
Google says Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber is a “cost-efficient and highly capable alternative” to models like Mythos, available first to governments and some partners — Gemini 3.5 Flash integrates into CodeMender, allowing it to identify and patch vulnerabilities.

 
This Low-Price Acer Phone Has a Rear Display Like a $1,000 Flagship - CNET Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:13:41 GMT
The Acer Sospiro A15 borrows the year’s flashiest phone trend for a fraction of the price.
 
Google prices Gemini 3.6 Flash lower than 3.5 Flash, at $1.50/1M input tokens and $7.50/1M output tokens; Gemini 3.5 Flash-Lite is priced at $0.30 and $2.50 (Abner Li/9to5Google) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:10:06 GMT

Abner Li / 9to5Google:
Google prices Gemini 3.6 Flash lower than 3.5 Flash, at $1.50/1M input tokens and $7.50/1M output tokens; Gemini 3.5 Flash-Lite is priced at $0.30 and $2.50 — As we wait for 3.5 Pro, Google today announced Gemini 3.6 Flash and 3.5 Flash-Lite, while providing updates on what comes next.

 
Samsung aims to help you make more sense of health data with a new AI-powered assistant - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:07:00 GMT
The Health Assistant chatbot is available "in beta for eligible US users," Samsung says.
 
Augustus, which is building a federally chartered "AI-native" clearing bank designed around stablecoins, raised $180M led by Tiger Global at a $1B valuation (Krisztian Sandor/CoinDesk) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:34 GMT

Krisztian Sandor / CoinDesk:
Augustus, which is building a federally chartered “AI-native” clearing bank designed around stablecoins, raised $180M led by Tiger Global at a $1B valuation — Augustus, a startup building a federally chartered clearing bank for fintechs and financial institutions …

 
XBOX and Meta: More Ways to Enjoy XBOX Game Pass - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:21 GMT
  1. XBOX and Meta: More Ways to Enjoy XBOX Game Pass XBOX Wire
  2. Xbox Game Pass 'Starter Edition' Arrives For More Players In Partnership With Meta Horizon Pure Xbox
  3. Meta’s Quest Game Subscribers Will Be Getting Some Xbox Extras CNET
  4. Xbox Game Pass Is Going Somewhere You Probably Forgot About GameSpot
  5. Meta Horizon+ Subscription Adds New Xbox Game Pass Perk Thurrott.com
 
The Light Flip is a minimalist flip phone that leaves out all those distracting apps - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The new Light Flip is a mashup of the Light Phone III and an old-school flip phone.
 
Nvidia Wants to Own Every Chip Inside AI Data Centers - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Nvidia’s Vera Rubin platform combines CPUs and GPUs into a single system, reflecting the company’s growing ambition to power every layer of AI infrastructure.
 
Diffuse puffs of “missing” matter surround most galaxies - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
An MIT-led team used bright radio bursts to illuminate a vast source of matter that was previously unaccounted for.
 
Light made a flip phone — it’s colorful and it’s cheap - TechCrunch - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
  1. Light made a flip phone — it’s colorful and it’s cheap TechCrunch
  2. The Light Flip is a minimalist flip phone with a point to prove The Verge
  3. The Light Flip Phone Aims to Be Luddites’ Best Weapon Against AI Gizmodo
  4. Light Flip is the minimalist $299 Moto Razr throwback you’ve been waiting for 9to5Google
  5. The Light Flip Phone Is a Minimalist Throwback Built With Modern Hardware Sensibilities CNET
 
The Light Flip Is the Stylish Dumb Flip Phone of Your Dreams - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A flip phone with 5G, USB-C, a headphone jack, and a removable battery? Say it ain’t so.
 
The Light Flip Phone Is a Minimalist Throwback Built With Modern Hardware Sensibilities - CNET Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
It has all the minimalist elements of a standard flip phone, but includes 5G capabilities, USB-C charging and plenty of onboard storage.
 
Meta’s Quest Game Subscribers Will Be Getting Some Xbox Extras - CNET Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Meta’s throwing Xbox cloud gaming Into Its Horizon Plus Quest subscription, and converting its controllers to work with it.
 
Sources: after it closes a round at a $31.5B valuation, Moonshot plans a final raise at a $50B valuation to capitalize on Kimi K3 buzz before a Hong Kong IPO (Pei Li/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:50:01 GMT

Pei Li / Bloomberg:
Sources: after it closes a round at a $31.5B valuation, Moonshot plans a final raise at a $50B valuation to capitalize on Kimi K3 buzz before a Hong Kong IPO — Moonshot AI is preparing to begin discussions in August on a final round of fundraising before listing in Hong Kong …

 
Samsung finally has its own credit card, seven years after Apple - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:47:00 GMT

The company's first credit card will be issued via Barclays US Consumer Bank over the Visa network. It'll be available as a fully virtual product, although a physical metal card is also available in black featuring Samsung branding on the front.

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The UK will legalize plug-in solar on August 27 - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:45:34 GMT
The UK has finally set a date for the legalization of plug-in solar panels.
 
New Numbers Present Sony’s Case For Abandoning PlayStation Discs - Forbes - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:26:19 GMT
  1. New Numbers Present Sony’s Case For Abandoning PlayStation Discs Forbes
  2. Ex-Valve Writer Says Consumers Pushed PlayStation To Kill the Disc TechPowerUp
  3. The future of physical games is not looking great The Verge
  4. U.S. PlayStation Sales Data Hammers Home the Dominance of Digital as Sony Moves Forward With Plan to End Discs IGN
  5. RIP bargain bin: The price impact of Sony’s disc-free PlayStation plan Ars Technica
 
Docs: AI data startup Mercor had $614M in gross revenue in H1 2026, up 70% from all of 2025, with ~91% from foundation model makers like OpenAI and Anthropic (The Information) - Techmeme Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:20:01 GMT

The Information:
Docs: AI data startup Mercor had $614M in gross revenue in H1 2026, up 70% from all of 2025, with ~91% from foundation model makers like OpenAI and Anthropic — Mercor, a three-year-old data startup whose army of contractors teaches AI to give better answers, is growing fast but relies heavily …

 
iPhone 18 Pro: New display upgrades are coming in two ways - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:04:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro: New display upgrades are coming in two ways 9to5Mac
  2. When will iPhone 18 release? What previous announcements tell us USA Today
  3. iPhone 18 Pro Max Leak Points to Sony IMX905 Camera Sensor, Variable Aperture TechRepublic
  4. iPhone 18 Rumor Check: 20 Claims Ranked by Likelihood MacRumors
  5. iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s 15-Year Event Timeline Signals Exact Date Forbes
 
‘Marathon’ PvE Mode Is Live, But Temper Your Expectations - Forbes - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:02:48 GMT
  1. ‘Marathon’ PvE Mode Is Live, But Temper Your Expectations Forbes
  2. Marathon Mid-Season 2 Update Preview Bungie.net
  3. Marathon’s mid-season update adds a temporary PvE roguelike mode and several balance tweaks Massively Overpowered
  4. Marathon Down for Maintenance on July 21, Update 1.1.5 Roll Out MP1st
  5. The next major moment for Marathon arrives today with a new update and the debut of its PvE mode, Vault Breaker Eurogamer.net
 
Fire departments are testing autonomous drones that fight wildfires before crews even arrive - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:01:00 GMT

A California company recently began demonstrating a system that allows firefighters to direct autonomous drones to combat wildfires. While departments already use observation drones, deploying them to fight fires directly remains an unexplored tactic.

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Giving Resin 3D Printers Another Shot After Six Years - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:24 GMT
Art of 3D printer in the middle of printing a Hackaday Jolly Wrencher logo
My initial experience with a 3D printer came in 2020, when I got access to a buddy’s Creality LD-002R SLA printer. This was one of those awkward transition phases for …read more
 
Xbox Game Pass was a good idea in theory, former Forza Horizon 5 director says, but "the reality is not enough people have subscribed" - Eurogamer.net - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:59:47 GMT
  1. Xbox Game Pass was a good idea in theory, former Forza Horizon 5 director says, but "the reality is not enough people have subscribed" Eurogamer.net
  2. Why Xbox pushed ahead with Game Pass even though studio heads "detest" it Windows Central
  3. Ex-Forza Horizon Director Traces a Line From the Failure of 'Well-Meaning' Game Pass to the Current Xbox Layoffs IGN
  4. Ex-Forza Horizon Director Defends Game Pass And Sarah Bond Kotaku
  5. The Biggest Critics Of Xbox Game Pass May Be Inside Xbox GameSpot
 
T-Mobile Cracks Down on Samsung Store Upgrades by Adding $35 Device Fee - Droid Life - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:52:20 GMT
T-Mobile Cracks Down on Samsung Store Upgrades by Adding $35 Device Fee Droid Life
 
The Great Peptide Cash Grab Has Begun - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:45:49 GMT
The FDA could decide whether to loosen rules around peptide production this week. Some telehealth players are already seeing dollar signs.
 
Wreckreation 2 announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC - Gematsu - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:41:49 GMT
  1. Wreckreation 2 announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC Gematsu
  2. Wreckreation 2 Wants to Recapture the Magic of Burnout Once and for All The Drive
  3. Burnout Spiritual Successor Aims To Deliver The 'Ultimate' Arcade Driving Game For Xbox Series X|S Pure Xbox
  4. "It's win it or bin it stuff": Top Gear's first play of Wreckreation 2 Top Gear
  5. Wreckreation 2 could be the Burnout Paradise successor we've been waiting for Traxion.GG
 
When your vehicle outlives its cloud: What happens next? - ArsTechnica Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:36:17 GMT
Automakers love connected vehicles, but support isn't open-ended.
 
Garmin’s new screen-free fitness tracker doesn’t require a subscription - The Verge - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:33:43 GMT
Garmin’s new screen-free fitness tracker doesn’t require a subscription The VergeSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Your CD and Blu-Ray collection won't last forever - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
It's important to be aware of disc rot, but there's no need to be afraid.
 
Pokémon TCG Pitch Black ETBs and Booster Sets Are Back in Stock at Amazon - IGN - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:20:12 GMT
  1. Pokémon TCG Pitch Black ETBs and Booster Sets Are Back in Stock at Amazon IGN
  2. Check Out the Top Five Cards from Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Pokemon.com
  3. Pokemon TCG: The Best Pitch Black Cards Siliconera
  4. Pokémon fans across New Jersey get hyped up for new card release News12 | Westchester
  5. Mega Darkrai ex and Mega Zeraora ex Debut in Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Expansion THE MAGIC RAIN
 
The New Mercedes-Maybach GLS Debuts With More Power, Better Style - Motor1.com - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:20:00 GMT
  1. The New Mercedes-Maybach GLS Debuts With More Power, Better Style Motor1.com
  2. The New 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS680 Is a Bedazzled, Powerhouse Luxury SUV Car and Driver
  3. This is the new hybrid V8 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Top Gear
  4. 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Is Truly the S-Class of SUVs Edmunds
  5. Mercedes reveals ultra-luxe SUV and U.S. studio for custom vehicles Detroit Free Press
 
Apps targeted at US troops contain Chinese and Russian code - ArsTechnica Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:19:38 GMT
More than one-eighth of apps analyzed contained foreign code.
 
Nvidia is giving developers more control over DLSS 5, after accusations it turns games into "AI slop" - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:16:00 GMT

Nvidia used its SIGGRAPH 2026 keynote to demonstrate the controls that developers will receive when DLSS 5 launches this fall. The two main global sliders are Structure Intensity and Tone Intensity, which essentially determines how enthusiastically the AI repaints a frame.

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Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Halo: Campaign Evolved, Beast of Reincarnation, and More - XBOX Wire - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:08:33 GMT
  1. Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Halo: Campaign Evolved, Beast of Reincarnation, and More XBOX Wire
  2. These Seven Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (July 22 - August 4) Pure Xbox
  3. Xbox Game Pass reveals its second wave of titles coming in July Polygon.com
  4. Xbox Announces Game Pass July 2026 Wave 2 Lineup, Includes 4 Day-One Launches IGN
  5. Xbox lists its next seven Game Pass titles, including Halo: Campaign Evolved and Beast of Reincarnation Video Games Chronicle
 
Order of the Sinking Star adds PS5 version - Gematsu - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:03:42 GMT
  1. Order of the Sinking Star adds PS5 version Gematsu
  2. Order of the Sinking Star is coming to PS5, hands-on report PlayStation.Blog
  3. Order of the Sinking Star Launches in 2026 for Switch 2, PS5, and PC VGChartz
  4. The Witness Dev's Next Game, Order of the Sinking Star, Revealed for PS5 Push Square
  5. Jonathan Blow's Order Of The Sinking Star Confirmed For PS5, New Trailer Reveals Endgame Puzzles Noisy Pixel
 
Tesla teases Cybercab with a built-in Starlink V5 antenna - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:03:01 GMT
Tesla has revealed its upcoming Cybercab design with a built-in SpaceX Starlink V5 dish.
 
2027 Kia Seltos first drive gives you plenty of SUV for not much $ - ArsTechnica Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:08 GMT
It starts at just under $25,000, but the hybrid won't arrive until next year.
 
Halliday’s latest smart glasses feature a much-improved display - The Verge - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Halliday’s latest smart glasses feature a much-improved display The Verge
  2. Halliday’s New Smart Glasses Skip the Camera WIRED
  3. These camera-free smart glasses want to give you a secret advantage in meetings Android Authority
  4. Halliday’s smart glasses want to fix your meetings before they go off the rails Android Central
  5. Halliday's New Gen 2 AI Glasses Have a Monochrome HUD Designed for Work Lifehacker
 
How do you bounce back from making the worst smart glasses of 2025? - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Last year, Halliday launched one of the worst-reviewed pairs of smart glasses. Now it's back with a second-generation model to right its predecessor's sins.
 
This Wearable Aims to Improve Your Blood Pressure. It’s Now in the US, and I Got a First Look - CNET Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
People in Europe who used the wearable significantly improved their blood pressure readings over six months.
 
Nintendo keeps making shooters more friendly and approachable - The Verge - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Nintendo keeps making shooters more friendly and approachable The Verge
  2. Ask the Developer Vol. 22: Splatoon Raiders — Part 1 nintendo.com
  3. Splatoon Raiders review – Nintendo’s inky shooter fades to grey The Guardian
  4. Splatoon Raiders Review - A Fresh Take Game Informer
  5. ‘Splatoon Raiders’ Isn’t What the Switch 2 Needs Right Now Gizmodo
 
xMEMS unveils super tiny cooling fan that fits inside smart glasses - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The XMC-1200 won't be in production for another year, so we might see smart glasses with it in 2028.
 
Halliday’s New Smart Glasses Skip the Camera - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Halliday’s G2 glasses can listen to and summarize your workplace meetings—with no video involved.
 
Final Fantasy 10 gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay - Nintendo Everything - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:33:26 GMT
  1. Final Fantasy 10 gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay Nintendo Everything
  2. 25 years later, the 'Final Fantasy X' opening song still rocks Mashable
  3. GTA Trilogy creators respond to criticism five years later ixbt.games
  4. Without this 25-year-old Final Fantasy game, the franchise would look a lot different today Polygon.com
  5. Square Enix shares new Final Fantasy IV and Final Fantasy X tidbits in anniversary interview GoNintendo
 
Sony's digital-only future angers fans, but physical PlayStation games are barely selling - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:23:00 GMT

Circana analyst Mat Piscatella recently stated that only seven PlayStation games have sold more than 100,000 physical copies in the first half of 2026. Only two sold more than 10,000 during the week ending July 11, potentially vindicating Sony's claim that PlayStation owners overwhelmingly prefer digital purchases.

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Samsung establishes a robotics division - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:03:06 GMT
Samsung created a robotics division called RX, and its first product could be a humanoid robot.
 
8 Best Smartwatches (2026): Apple, Google, and Hybrid Watches - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:02:00 GMT
These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.
 
Engineering Design Studio hosts alumni on their fifth, 10th … and 55th reunions - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A recent reunion activity, taught by EECS Senior Lecturer Gim Hom, doubled as both his “last class” and a chance to reconnect with classmates.
 
MIT honors employees with 2026 Excellence Awards, Collier Medal, and Staff Award for Distinction in Service - MIT Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The MIT community celebrated the talent, dedication, and impact of its staff.
 
Anthropic's landmark $1.5 billion copyright settlement with authors wins final court approval - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:34:00 GMT

US District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín signed off on the deal Monday, rejecting objections that the payout was too small, the lawyers were being overpaid, or some copyright holders had been improperly excluded. She awarded the plaintiffs' attorneys more than $101 million, well below the $187.5 million they requested.

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The Witcher 3's Big New Expansion Makes Its Debut at Gamescom Opening Night Live - Push Square - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
  1. The Witcher 3's Big New Expansion Makes Its Debut at Gamescom Opening Night Live Push Square
  2. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past Reveal Date Confirmed IGN
  3. CD Projekt Red Confirms New Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Footage for Gamescom VICE
  4. New Witcher 3 DLC 'Songs of the Past' confirmed, a prelude to The Witcher 4 TweakTown
  5. Witcher 3's 'Songs of the Past' DLC is set to debut at Gamescom 2026's opening night Windows Central
 
Nintendo Switch 2 Drops to Just $399 at Woot Ahead of Incoming Price Hikes - IGN - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:23:43 GMT
  1. Nintendo Switch 2 Drops to Just $399 at Woot Ahead of Incoming Price Hikes IGN
  2. This Amazon Deal Might Be Your Last Chance to Save on a Nintendo Switch 2 Before the Price Hike IGN
  3. Nintendo Switch 2 prices dip near $455 on Amazon, then could jump fast, deal trackers warn infos-it.fr
  4. Score Nintendo Switch 2 consoles as low as $399 today ahead of upcoming price hike 9to5Toys
  5. Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World is $60 off in Woot’s anniversary sale geekspin
 
What was the world's first digital and programmable robot? - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:18:00 GMT
It was stationed at General Motors and sold at a loss.
 
The Best Smart Home Accessories to Boost Your Curb Appeal (2026) - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:02:00 GMT
These locks, lights, and other smart home upgrades let you add automation without messing up your home’s vibe.
 
Java Ring Restored After Nearly 30 Years - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Back in the late 90s when absolutely everybody knew that Java was going to become the one programming language to rule them all, the Java Ring was handed out to …read more
 
Abdul El-Sayed Is an Epidemiologist Running for Senate. His State Is a Public Health Disaster - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Michigan has been at the epicenter of the wildfire smoke and explosive diarrhea outbreaks. The progressive Democrat talks to WIRED about how he would tackle the forces behind them if he’s elected.
 
Sony files another lawsuit against AI music generator Udio - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:56:15 GMT
Sony, the only major music label that has yet to sign a deal with Udio, has sued the AI music generator again.
 
Microsoft Releases New Windows 11 Security Update Fix For Dell Users - Forbes - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:46:00 GMT
  1. Microsoft Releases New Windows 11 Security Update Fix For Dell Users Forbes
  2. Windows 11 KB5121767 update released to address major reliability issues on certain Dell PCs Windows Central
  3. Microsoft rushes out Windows fix for Dell's hot and bothered PCs The Register
  4. Microsoft fixes the Windows 11 bug slowing down some Dell PCs PCWorld
  5. Windows KB5121767 OOB update fixes shutdowns on some Dell PCs BleepingComputer
 
‘It’s a Modern-Day Draft’: Why Stanford Students Walked Out on Sundar Pichai’s Commencement Speech - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Last month, more than a hundred Stanford students left their own graduation to protest Google’s military contracts and deals with ICE. Two organizers, Amanda Campos and Eva Jones, tell us why.
 
Refuse a data center transmission line on your property, and power companies may force it through anyway - TechSpot Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:18:00 GMT

While 70% of Americans are now opposed to data centers being built near their homes, it's not just the enormous, pollution-and-noise-spewing buildings they're against. There's also the required new power infrastructure, such as transmission lines that often need to cross private property.

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A Device Hidden in Cars Across the US Leaves Them Vulnerable to Hacking and Paralysis. Patch It Now - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Dealerships installed alarms in millions of vehicles—and left them in even if the buyer didn’t want them. Now researchers warn they can be hacked to unlock, track, and disable cars.
 
Stop Saying Kids Can’t Read - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Everyone is talking about the reading crisis. But inside the “Mississippi Miracle,” it’s all about comprehension.
 
The Army Is Burning Through Its AI Tokens - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Members of the Army received an email informing them that they were rapidly depleting their AI tokens, and needed to limit use.
 
Judge approves Anthropic's record-breaking $1.5 billion settlement for AI copyright lawsuit - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:15:55 GMT
A federal judge has approved the $1.5 billion settlement between Anthropic and a group of authors who sued the company for using their work to train Claude.
 
Apple Testing 7-Inch Display for Largest 20th Anniversary iPhone Model - MacRumors - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:08:23 GMT
  1. Apple Testing 7-Inch Display for Largest 20th Anniversary iPhone Model MacRumors
  2. Largest ever iPhone screen arriving next year, suggests leaker 9to5Mac
  3. iPhone 20 Pro Max may get Apple's largest ever iPhone screen at 7 inches AppleInsider
  4. iPhone 20 'Glasswing': Every Design Rumour for Apple's 20th Anniversary Phone WiFi Planet
  5. Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone could bring the largest screen ever Macworld
 
Etsy Is In Its Flop Era, and Sellers Are Fleeing - Wired Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Once a quirky bastion of amateur vulva jewelry and pet portraits, Etsy is now deluged with mass-produced goods and AI knockoffs. Some customers don’t seem to mind.
 
WordPress wp2shell Exploitation Grows as Public Exploit Fuels Mass Scanning - The Hacker News - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:59:00 GMT
  1. WordPress wp2shell Exploitation Grows as Public Exploit Fuels Mass Scanning The Hacker News
  2. Hackers are exploiting recently patched WordPress bugs, putting millions of websites at risk TechCrunch
  3. Exploitation in the Wild of wp2shell wiz.io
  4. Cloudflare WAF protects WordPress applications from two high-severity vulnerabilities The Cloudflare Blog
  5. ⚡ Weekly Recap: WordPress RCE, SonicWall 0-Days, AI Service Attacks, SharePoint 0-Day and More The Hacker News
 
20 FPS on E-Paper Display Without Help - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:00:22 GMT
If electronic paper displays have one downside, it’s generally refresh rate. Earlier versions of the tech might only have been able to do single-digit frames per second, while modern, mid-range …read more
 
NVIDIA Shows DLSS 5 Progress and Technical Details at SIGGRAPH 2026 - TechPowerUp - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:27:36 GMT
  1. NVIDIA Shows DLSS 5 Progress and Technical Details at SIGGRAPH 2026 TechPowerUp
  2. At SIGGRAPH, NVIDIA Advances Graphics and Simulation With Agentic and Physical AI NVIDIA Blog
  3. DLSS 5: Three AI models, single-GPU operation and full control PCGH
  4. Nvidia just showed off more DLSS 5 to explain how it preserves artistic intent with controls for developers PC Guide
  5. NVIDIA Brings Local AI Agents To Its Most Powerful Workstation PC, The DGX Station, With The NVIDIA Agent Toolkit & Omniverse Wccftech
 
FCC plans to ban companies selling DJI products under other brands - Engadget Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:09:48 GMT
Several companies suspected of selling DJI products under their own brands might soon be banned in the US.
 
Google Maps Killed the Restaurant Star - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:16 GMT
Two maps of London turned into hexagonal regions heat mapped from white to peach to purple. The left map is according to: density, ratings, surprise, cuisine diversity, and independent share. The map on the right of merged data assigns the dominant hub type in a region. Purple is assigned a value of
We all know that Google and other big players pick and choose what information people see, but we sometimes overlook it outside of the search and social media space. [Lauren …read more
 
Nintendo says it has no legal duty to pass its U.S. tariff refunds on to consumers - Game File | Stephen Totilo - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:07:16 GMT
Nintendo says it has no legal duty to pass its U.S. tariff refunds on to consumers Game File | Stephen TotiloSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Donkey Kong Arcade LEGO Set Official Images Surface, Already In-Store - nintendolife.com - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:45:00 GMT
  1. Donkey Kong Arcade LEGO Set Official Images Surface, Already In-Store nintendolife.com
  2. LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set gets proper reveal with first official images, full details Nintendo Everything
  3. Here’s a closer look at the LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade game My Nintendo News
  4. This Classic Returns as a Retro Lego Set Yahoo News UK
  5. The Next Nintendo LEGO Collab Has Been Revealed (And It’s A Big One) VICE
 
Detection of a Four-Carbon Sugar in Interstellar Space - Hack a Day Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:00:00 GMT
Although life tends to find a way, something first has to kickstart said lifeforms. Exactly how the first biological cells formed on Earth – and potentially on other worlds – …read more
 
The new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 revealed by BTS member J-Hope - Mashable - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:30:51 GMT
  1. The new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 revealed by BTS member J-Hope Mashable
  2. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Leaks With Wider Display Ahead of Launch TechRepublic
  3. Massive leak reveals everything you want to know about the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra Android Authority
  4. Samsung makes change to its Galaxy Z Fold 8 production plan PhoneArena
  5. How To Watch Samsung's July 2026 Galaxy Unpacked Event Engadget
 
iOS 27 beta 4 adds a useful Apple TV app feature, here’s how it works - 9to5Mac - Google Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:25:00 GMT
  1. iOS 27 beta 4 adds a useful Apple TV app feature, here’s how it works 9to5Mac
  2. Here’s what’s new with iOS 27 beta 4 9to5Mac
  3. Siri AI beta available now: 7 things to try Mashable
  4. Apple Quietly Hid A Big Change Coming For CarPlay With iOS 27 Engadget
  5. I tested iOS 26 Siri against iOS 27 Siri AI in my car - and it wasn't even close ZDNET
 
Colossal Biosciences reportedly in talks to raise new capital at $20B–$30B valuation - TechCrunch - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:39:35 GMT
  1. Colossal Biosciences reportedly in talks to raise new capital at $20B–$30B valuation TechCrunch
  2. Wooly Mammoth startup Colossal seeking at least $20B valuation Axios
  3. Colossal Biosciences is reportedly valued at up to $30B but hasn't brought back a single extinct animal yet. So what are investors buying? — TFN Tech Funding News
  4. Colossal Biosciences discussing new funding at $20B or more valuation: report (IBB:NASDAQ) Seeking Alpha
  5. Colossal Biosciences seeks 20 to 30 billion valuation in new funding round Межа. Новини України.
 
A $33,700 Tiny Home That Finally Gets the Floor Plan Right - Yanko Design - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:30:31 GMT
A $33,700 Tiny Home That Finally Gets the Floor Plan Right Yanko Design
 
Sales Data Paints a Very Grim Picture for Physical PS5 Games in the USA - Push Square - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:15:00 GMT
Sales Data Paints a Very Grim Picture for Physical PS5 Games in the USA Push SquareSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Amazon's Adaptive Display for Fire TVs is officially rolling out today - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:02:44 GMT
Amazon's Adaptive Display accessibility feature for Fire TVs is officially rolling out today
 
Sail Virtually Aboard the “Itanic” with IA-64 Emulator - Hack a Day Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Intel’s Itanium architecture was an interesting experiment, but it has gone down in history as one of the chip giant’s bigger flops, so much so that it earned the name …read more
 
Fallout New Vegas Director: RPGs Can't Let Players Control Everything - Kotaku - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:46:19 GMT
Fallout New Vegas Director: RPGs Can't Let Players Control Everything Kotaku
 
Here are the 30,000 songs Sony is suing Udio’s AI music generator over - The Verge - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:19:12 GMT
  1. Here are the 30,000 songs Sony is suing Udio’s AI music generator over The Verge
  2. Sony Music sues Udio again, asserting over 30,000 recordings a judge barred the major from adding to its original case Music Business Worldwide
  3. Sony Files Another Lawsuit Against AI Music Generator Udio Engadget
  4. Sony is seeking potential copyright damages of up to $4.5 billion TweakTown
  5. A Judge Just Capped Sony's Copyright Case Against Udio at 333 Songs Startup Fortune
 
Google Photos toggle lets you switch between classic search & Ask Photos - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:16:00 GMT
  1. Google Photos toggle lets you switch between classic search & Ask Photos 9to5Google
  2. Google Photos could soon let you edit photo details with AI by just asking for it Android Authority
  3. Google Photos finally gives users an escape from bad AI search results PCQuest
  4. Google Photos Officially Rolls Out Ask Photos Toggle for Android and iOS jetstream.blog
  5. Google Photos adds a one-tap fix for bad Ask Photos results Android Police
 
DA: Cop covered bodycam to snap nude prisoners on his iPhone—but other cams caught him - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:15:51 GMT
Pennsylvania cop charged with oppression and obstruction.
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for July 21, #1136 - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:04:04 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 21, #1136
 
Firefighting drones in the works as wildfires plague US nearly year-round - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:55:52 GMT
California and XPRIZE competition tests whether drones can stop wildfires early.
 
The first UL 3700-compliant plug-in solar microinverter is now available in the US - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:55:05 GMT
It's a step toward making alternative energy accessible on a smaller, renter-friendly scale.
 
Judge Orders Temporary Block of Paramount Warner Bros. Merger  - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:49:14 GMT
A judge has put Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery deal on ice for now, pending an antitrust hearing later this month.
 
PS Plus July 2026 Games Are Packed With Zombies, Aliens and Nostalgia - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:35:28 GMT
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Dying Light and Psi-Ops join the PS Plus catalog in July.
 
Snapseed Camera adds geotags & saving originals on Android - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:16:00 GMT
  1. Snapseed Camera adds geotags & saving originals on Android 9to5Google
  2. Snapseed finally gains these long-overdue features for its camera interface Android Authority
  3. Google Just Made Snapseed a Serious RAW Photo Editor With This New Update Android Headlines
  4. Snapseed Camera now lets Android users save original photos and add geotags Digital Trends
  5. Snapseed Camera Can Now Save Your Originals on Android Android Headlines
 
Judge halts Paramount's $111B purchase of Warner Bros. in win for US states - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:10:14 GMT
Judge grants restraining order, saying merger "likely to violate antitrust laws."
 
Samsung just unveiled a Galaxy credit card ahead of Unpacked - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Samsung's credit card gives you up to five percent back when you buy its products.
 
The Galaxy Card Is Samsung’s Answer to the Apple Card - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Directly added to your Samsung Wallet account, it’s yet another cash-back credit card, this time tailored for Samsung stans.
 
The FDA Says It Didn't Apologize to Supplier Linked to Diarrhea Outbreak, Actually - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:57:39 GMT
The agency stressed that the July 17 voluntary recall from Taylor Farms still stands. The supplier has been linked to the ongoing cyclospora outbreak.
 
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro reach the end of the line after living on borrowed time - Android Police - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:42:59 GMT
  1. Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro reach the end of the line after living on borrowed time Android Police
  2. Google Confirms End of Life Status for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Droid Life
  3. Google's latest Android 17 beta fixes Bluetooth headaches and Gemini crashes Android Central
  4. Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel 9to5Google
  5. It's the beginning of the end for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Android Authority
 
The Space Force is now seeking to buy up to $30 billion in rocket launches - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:30:25 GMT
The Trump administration is asking the Space Force to do a lot. This will require more launches.
 
Researchers create a drone that becomes almost invisible by spinning 25 times per second - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:18:00 GMT

Rather than using camouflage, transparent panels, or Predator-style light-bending materials, Phantom Twist exploits motion blur and the limits of human vision.

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New Ryzen 7 7700X3D drops to $279, just days after launch - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:05:00 GMT
Newegg is knocking $50 off AMD's Ryzen 7 7700X3D with promo code PKC337, bringing it down from its $329 to $279. At that price, it becomes a stronger value proposition against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D while gaming performance stays nearly identical. Our full review is coming this week.
 
Fans Flocked to World Cup Host Cities—Causing 80 Percent of the Tournament’s Emissions - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:43:44 GMT
The latest estimates reveal that the majority of greenhouse gas emissions from large-scale events such as the FIFA World Cup stem from spectators traveling to host cities.
 
Valve suggests memory crisis is "still getting worse," admitting, "we're limited by memory capacity, for sure" - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:31:49 GMT
  1. Valve suggests memory crisis is "still getting worse," admitting, "we're limited by memory capacity, for sure" GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Valve Doubles Down on Steam Machine Pricing Pessimism TechPowerUp
  3. Today's RAM and SSD Prices Are 'Lagging' and Will Continue to Climb, Valve Warns extremetech.com
  4. These 4 DIY Builds Blow Away Valve's Steam Machine, and One Saves You $150 PCMag
  5. Valve confirms if Half-Life 3 will be a Steam Machine exclusive TweakTown
 
AT&T loses key ruling in bid to stop offering basic phone service in California - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:20:49 GMT
AT&T suffers setback but will keep asking court and FCC to preempt state rules.
 
The Pickle Is In, the Squint Is Out: Here Are the Newest Approved Emoji - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:17:00 GMT
Though we likely won’t see it until next year, I’m predicting the pickle emoji will knock the eggplant emoji off its pedestal.
 
iOS 27 Code References iPhone With Two Batteries - MacRumors - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:10:25 GMT
  1. iOS 27 Code References iPhone With Two Batteries MacRumors
  2. iOS 27 beta code reveals Apple’s dual-battery iPhone plans Macworld
  3. iOS 27 Might Have Just Confirmed Apple’s First Foldable iPhone Lifehacker
  4. iPhone Ultra gets a direct nod from Apple PhoneArena
  5. Orders for Vapor Cooling Chamber Increased ilounge.com
 
Felicia Day’s Kickstarter for a Movie of ‘The Guild’ Hit Its Goal in 3 Hours - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:09:00 GMT
Don’t call it a comeback. The Guild aims to shine a light on how nerd culture has changed in 20 years.
 
Even Mild Sleep Deprivation May Lead to Weight Gain - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:06:08 GMT
A recent study suggests that not getting enough sleep increases the risk of weight gain, and thus of conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
 
7-Zip patches a flaw that could run malware just from opening a bad file - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:02:00 GMT

Researchers have uncovered a fresh vulnerability in the open-source file archiver. The bug lies in the decompression routine for XZ data, where a buffer overflow could eventually let attackers run malicious code remotely. A patch is already out, though 7-Zip still has no built-in auto-update mechanism – users have to...

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Netflix brings ASL interpretations to dozens of shows and movies for kids - Engadget Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:55:46 GMT
Netflix has teamed up with a company called SignUp Media to offer ASL interpretations on a bunch of kids shows and movies.
 
FluentCleaner ditches the bloat with a new 3.5 MB Classic edition - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:54:00 GMT
FluentCleaner Classic swaps the WinUI 3 shell for a portable 3.5 MB WinForms build on .NET Framework 4.8, no runtime install needed. Same cleaning engine, just far less overhead than the standard app's 140 MB footprint. The result is a fast, no-frills cleaner that runs on virtually any Windows installation.
 
The Pixel 11 Pro showed up on one of Google’s websites - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:40:00 GMT
  1. The Pixel 11 Pro showed up on one of Google’s websites 9to5Google
  2. Pixel 11 Series Release Date, Price, Specs, Expectations Droid Life
  3. Massive Pixel 11 leak just revealed almost everything about Google's next phones Android Central
  4. More deleted Pixel 11 Amazon listings reveal full US pricing and specs Android Authority
  5. Google might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processor The Verge
 
RIP bargain bin: The price impact of Sony's disc-free PlayStation plan - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:06:05 GMT
Used discs are often cheaper than even deep digital discounts.
 
Galaxy S25 may get Galaxy S26's Horizontal Lock camera feature with One UI 9.0 - SamMobile - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:03:00 GMT
  1. Galaxy S25 may get Galaxy S26's Horizontal Lock camera feature with One UI 9.0 SamMobile
  2. Millions Of Samsung Galaxy Phones Are In Line For A Free Upgrade Forbes
  3. Samsung ramps up One UI 9 testing for Galaxy S23 FE, S24 FE, S25 FE & S25 Edge tech-ish.com
  4. Samsung just made the S26 Ultra's Privacy Display a lot more useful Android Authority
  5. One UI 9.0 Release Date: Samsung may not confirm update schedule at Unpacked Sammy Fans
 
Windows 11 bloat proves too much for Microsoft's new 8GB Surface Laptop - TechSpot - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:46:00 GMT
  1. Windows 11 bloat proves too much for Microsoft's new 8GB Surface Laptop TechSpot
  2. Even Microsoft couldn’t make Windows 11 work well on 8GB of RAM The Verge
  3. Windows 11 Is So Poorly Optimized That Microsoft’s Latest $900 Laptop Reportedly Can’t Use It Without Freezing Kotaku
  4. Windows 11's High Storage and Memory Demands: Necessary for Functionality or Unneeded Bloat? HackerNoon
  5. Microsoft itself accidentally proves Windows 11 minimum system requirements make no sense Neowin
 
Windows 11 bloat proves too much for Microsoft's new 8GB Surface Laptop - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:46:00 GMT

According to The Verge, 8GB of memory works mostly fine for basic tasks such as web browsing, text editing, and video streaming on YouTube and other streaming platforms. However, the laptop would hang or freeze "for several seconds" whenever someone joined a video call on Microsoft Teams.

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The surprising benefits of red light - The Economist - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:45:10 GMT
  1. The surprising benefits of red light The Economist
  2. 8 best LED face masks for firmer, smoother-looking skin, tested by a beauty expert AOL.co.uk
  3. 6 things patients should know about red light therapy American Medical Association | AMA
  4. Why Every Morning Routine TikTok Has Red Light Panels British Vogue
  5. We spent a year testing the best red light masks. We found 5 we love and 2 to avoid. Mashable
 
VMware Workstation Pro 26H1 brings architectural upgrades and expanded OS support - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:35:00 GMT
VMware Workstation Pro 26H1 is the latest version of the go-to desktop hypervisor for developers and power users. Now fully free for commercial and personal use, it runs Windows, Linux, and BSD virtual machines side-by-side on a single PC – no rebooting, no repartitioning.
 
iOS 26.6 includes key feature that prepares your iPhone for iOS 27 - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:21:00 GMT
  1. iOS 26.6 includes key feature that prepares your iPhone for iOS 27 9to5Mac
  2. iOS 26.6: New features, release date, more 9to5Mac
  3. iOS 26.6 Prepares Your iPhone for iOS 27 MacRumors
  4. Apple Seeds watchOS 26.6 RC, tvOS 26.6 RC, and visionOS 26.6 RC [Download] iClarified
  5. macOS 26.6 RC Is Now Available: Here’s How to Update Your Mac The Mac Observer
 
Introducing: Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5 - Hodinkee - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Introducing: Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5 Hodinkee
  2. Time and Speed, Reunited: Breitling and Aston Martin present Top Time Tribute to iconic DB5 Aston Martin Media
  3. Breitling's New Watch Nods to James Bond's Most Underrated Timepiece GQ
  4. Breitling's 3 New Watches Are a Tribute to James Bond's Iconic Aston Martin DB5 Esquire
  5. Breitling Launches A Top Time Trio Paying Tribute To The Aston Martin DB5 Fratello Watches
 
Emery Brown, Daniel Hastings, and Douglas Lauffenburger named Institute Professors - MIT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Longtime professors and experts in the fields of anesthesiology, aerospace engineering, and biological engineering, respectively, receive MIT’s highest faculty honor.
 
Modern Warfare 4: Open Beta, NEXT, Fanatics Fest, & Serialized Camo - Blizzard News - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:52:00 GMT
  1. Modern Warfare 4: Open Beta, NEXT, Fanatics Fest, & Serialized Camo Blizzard News
  2. Modern Warfare 4: Open Beta Dates, Call of Duty: NEXT, Fanatics Fest Recap, and Serialized Weapon Camo Pre-Order Bonus Call of Duty® | Best-Selling Video Game Franchise
  3. Everything to know about Modern Warfare 4’s ever-changing Kill Block Multiplayer mode PlayStation.Blog
  4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announces open beta for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  5. Call of Duty NEXT Announced for August Insider Gaming
 
LG’s glossy OLED gaming monitor is rare to find under $400 - The Verge - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:34:24 GMT
  1. LG’s glossy OLED gaming monitor is rare to find under $400 The Verge
  2. ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM & PG32UCWM Now Available | ASUS ASUS Pressroom
  3. Go big with the 45-inch LG Ultragear curved gaming monitor, now on sale for $654 off at Amazon Mashable
  4. Asus’ top-end 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor is $400 off The Verge
  5. Bring Your Games to Life for Less With the Philips Evnia QD OLED CNET
 
Marvel drops the first Avengers: Doomsday trailer, set to open against Dune: Part Three this December - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:27:00 GMT

The trailer is packed with reunions and dramatic entrances. Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen are back as Professor X and Magneto, James Marsden's Cyclops finally gets to cause some large-scale destruction, and Channing Tatum returns as Gambit. Thor delivers an ominous warning about an enemy unlike anything the heroes have...

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Android Auto finally exits the slow lane, adds Google Maps speedometer - Android Police - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:26:42 GMT
  1. Android Auto finally exits the slow lane, adds Google Maps speedometer Android Police
  2. Android Auto finally starts rolling out a speedometer in Google Maps 9to5Google
  3. I tried Google Maps' new 3D Immersive View for Android Auto, and it fixed my biggest navigation problems ZDNET
  4. Android Auto Tests Its Own Speedometer in Google Maps extremetech.com
  5. Pigs Started Flying: Google Maps Gets a Speedometer on Android Auto autoevolution
 
SpaceX suffers rare, last-second Falcon 9 rocket launch abort - Spaceflight Now - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:12:41 GMT
  1. SpaceX suffers rare, last-second Falcon 9 rocket launch abort Spaceflight Now
  2. Starlink Group 17-39, Explained in 4 Points BASENOR - Tesla Accessories
  3. Falcon 9 Auto-Abort at Vandenberg Marks SpaceX’s Second Engine Anomaly This Week Tech Times
  4. Falcon 9 abort at liftoff marks rare second anomaly in week MSN
  5. Falcon 9 Fills Starlink’s V3 Gap as Starship Abort Delays Gigabit Debut Tech Times
 
A new coding contest challenges developers to fit an entire game onto a 1.44MB floppy disk - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:04:00 GMT

Korean website 2P Game Arcade recently launched a new "1.44MB Game Dev Contest." The challenge is simple: developers must create an entire game that fits on a single floppy disk. The maximum file size is 1,474,560 bytes, matching the capacity of the 3.5-inch high-density floppy disks commonly used with IBM-compatible...

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Necrons return to Kronus in a new Dawn of War IV trailer - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:02:13 GMT
  1. Necrons return to Kronus in a new Dawn of War IV trailer Warhammer Community
  2. Warhammer 40k Dawn Of War IV — The Necrons Arise on Kronus In New Preview Bell of Lost Souls
  3. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s major factions explained Big Boss Battle
  4. Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War IV — News Analog Stick Gaming
  5. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 Shows Off Necrons in New Cinematic Trailer GamingBolt
 
F1 in Belgium: Machine learning algorithms are ruining the sport - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:59:18 GMT
Many will say Spa is the best racetrack on earth, but not for these F1 cars.
 
Rufus improves Windows installs, adds RISC-V and UEFI:NTFS fixes - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:48:00 GMT
Rufus is a free utility for creating bootable USB drives from ISOs. Version 4.15 brings RISC-V 64 support to UEFI:NTFS, improves unattended Windows installations, and fixes Snapdragon X Arm64 boot crashes, and more.
 
UK Charts: Star Fox Barely Holds Onto The Top 10 As Assassin's Creed Maintains Smooth Sailing - nintendolife.com - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:45:00 GMT
  1. UK Charts: Star Fox Barely Holds Onto The Top 10 As Assassin's Creed Maintains Smooth Sailing nintendolife.com
  2. Is the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake worth the 13 year wait? BBC
  3. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Performance Benchmark Review - 35 GPUs Tested TechPowerUp
  4. AC Black Flag Resynced Title Update 1.0.4 - Patch Notes Ubisoft
  5. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced sells over 3 million copies, New Game+ is coming TweakTown
 
Invisible Drones: A New Flying Robot Spins So Fast It Hides In Plain Sight - IFLScience - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:43:31 GMT
  1. Invisible Drones: A New Flying Robot Spins So Fast It Hides In Plain Sight IFLScience
  2. New spinning drone hides in plain sight Northwestern Now News
  3. Stealth drone spins so fast that it disappears New Scientist
  4. How a Spinning Drone Exploits Your Eyes to Become Nearly Invisible IEEE Spectrum
  5. Almost invisible: The spinning ‘ghost drone’ that tricks the human eye Ynetnews
 
AliExpress hit with record $625M fine after failing to make EU-ordered fixes - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:32:45 GMT
Online retailer AliExpress says it's shocked by largest DSA fine yet.
 
The latest and biggest Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 image leak comes two days before launch - 9to5Google - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:22:00 GMT
  1. The latest and biggest Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 image leak comes two days before launch 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leaks, see the sleek new wearable Mashable
  3. Samsung’s Smartwatch Momentum Is Slipping. Here's How Galaxy Unpacked Can Fix It PCMag
  4. Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leak reveals 5,000 nits display, IP69K rating, and more SamMobile
  5. Here’s another look at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy watches. The Verge
 
CD sales are up 16%, but half the buyers don't even own a CD player - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:17:00 GMT

Much of the growth can be attributed to younger buyers, but here's the unexpected part. According to the market research firm, roughly half of Gen Z and Millennial CD buyers don't even own a CD player. So, why are people buying CDs without a way to listen to them?

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LG Monitors Fill PCs With Adware, and It’s Not Just Recent Displays - Gizmodo - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:05:14 GMT
  1. LG Monitors Fill PCs With Adware, and It’s Not Just Recent Displays Gizmodo
  2. LG monitors are using Windows 11 feature to serve adware The Register
  3. LG’s monitors come with an unwanted addition for Windows: McAfee pop-up ads The Verge
  4. LG monitors covertly install unwanted app that acts like adware, shilling McAfee subscriptions Cybernews
  5. LG monitors are silently installing spyware on Windows 11 PCs without user consent TweakTown
 
The Baddest Bad Moon is coming to Warhammer 40,000 AND Total War - Warhammer Community - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:01:42 GMT
  1. The Baddest Bad Moon is coming to Warhammer 40,000 AND Total War Warhammer Community
  2. Orc Warboss Nazdreg Ug Urdgrub to Get New Miniature in Warhammer 40,000 ixbt.games
  3. Warhammer 40k: Bad Moon Rising — The Return of Nazdreg Bell of Lost Souls
  4. Warhammer 40k brings another beloved Ork character back with a vengeance, as a Big Yellow Mini wargamer.com
 
The first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday is finally here - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:33:46 GMT
"Something's coming. Something we may not be able to deter."
 
Amazon just broke one of Apple Wallet’s best recent features - 9to5Mac - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:03:00 GMT
Amazon just broke one of Apple Wallet’s best recent features 9to5Mac
 
‘Vibecoded’ Apps Are Flooding the App Store. Is That Good for Apple? - The New York Times - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:02:31 GMT
  1. ‘Vibecoded’ Apps Are Flooding the App Store. Is That Good for Apple? The New York Times
  2. Report: App Store added nearly as many new apps in H1 2026 as in all of 2025 9to5Mac
  3. The number of new apps released in the App Store grew 30% to about 600,000 last year MacTech.com
  4. AI Flooded Apple’s App Store. The Downloads Never Came. Business Model Analyst
  5. App Store New App Releases in First Half Already Near Full-Year 2025 Levels as AI 'Vibe Coding' Accelerates Development Boom finance.biggo.com
 
Pay up or not? Ransomware surge has victims facing tough choices. - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:50 GMT
Governments look at banning ransom payments in face of increasingly sophisticated threats.
 
Xbox Is Dismantling Its Future To Rebuild a Past It Can Never Recapture - IGN - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Xbox Is Dismantling Its Future To Rebuild a Past It Can Never Recapture IGN
 
AWS billing goes haywire, hits customers with bills as high as $7.8 trillion - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Bill Radjewski, who runs CollegeFootballData.com, received the sort of email most of us would rather not receive last week: an AWS alert informing him that he had accrued $1.5 billion in usage fees. Should he manage to win several lotteries and somehow pay it, he was still expected to face...

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RAMageddon Is Hammering Retro Handheld Makers Like Evercade - Kotaku - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:27:51 GMT
RAMageddon Is Hammering Retro Handheld Makers Like Evercade Kotaku
 
'ClickLock' Malware Coerces Mac Users Into Giving Up Passwords - MacRumors - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:17:14 GMT
  1. 'ClickLock' Malware Coerces Mac Users Into Giving Up Passwords MacRumors
  2. CrashStealer Mac malware steals passwords and wallets Fox News
  3. ClickLock Stealer: Paste Once, Lose Everything Group-IB
  4. ClickLock malware makes Macs unusable until victims surrender their passwords AppleInsider
  5. New ClickLock macOS Stealer Kills Apps Every 210ms Until Victims Type Their Password The Hacker News
 
An 8-Seat Mazda Is Faster And Lighter Than A 420-HP Dodge Charger R/T - Carscoops - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:09:34 GMT
An 8-Seat Mazda Is Faster And Lighter Than A 420-HP Dodge Charger R/T CarscoopsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Rocket launch costs have dropped 96% since 1960. How low can they go? - Space - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Rocket launch costs have dropped 96% since 1960. How low can they go? Space
  2. Transport of payload into space: SpaceX as the East India Company of our time heise online
  3. Space cargo costs falling faster than steamship freight in the 1800s The Times
  4. How Falling Launch Costs and AI Are Driving the Space Economy Goldman Sachs
  5. Rocket launch costs are falling faster than steamship freight did in the 1800s — and a new study of every orbital launch since 1960 finds that every time total cargo volume doubled, the price per kilogram fell by 21.2 per cent. Space Daily
 
The Oura Ring 5 is still the best smart ring you can buy, but is it worth the upgrade? Here’s what you need to know - NBC News - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:30:42 GMT
The Oura Ring 5 is still the best smart ring you can buy, but is it worth the upgrade? Here’s what you need to know NBC News
 
"Professional lurker" Todd Howard reappears on internet forums following Bethesda's Fallout and Elder Scrolls announcements to thank fans for their support - Eurogamer.net - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:29:02 GMT
  1. "Professional lurker" Todd Howard reappears on internet forums following Bethesda's Fallout and Elder Scrolls announcements to thank fans for their support Eurogamer.net
  2. Bethesda Announces New ‘Fallout’ Roadmap Following Xbox Reset Bloomberg.com
  3. Fallout 3 Prequel Is Coming... But to Most Hated Game of Series 80 Level
  4. Bethesda Confirms ‘Fallout 3’ and ‘New Vegas’ Remasters Alongside ‘Fallout 5’ and an Unannounced Obsidian Project Hypebeast
  5. Bethesda Chief Todd Howard Issues Rare Reddit Comment, Fans Immediately Call for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch IGN
 
Samsung cuts hundreds of US jobs while AI boom sends chip profits soaring - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:13:00 GMT

Samsung Electronics America said 739 roles at its Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, offices have been affected by the relocation. The majority of those workers have been offered positions in Texas, though others have been laid off. Around 100 employees at Samsung's Plano, Texas, site, including staff from the mobile division,...

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‘I was a functioning alcoholic’: Cliff Bleszinski opens up about addiction, recovery, and his hope to return to games - Video Games Chronicle - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:08:42 GMT
  1. ‘I was a functioning alcoholic’: Cliff Bleszinski opens up about addiction, recovery, and his hope to return to games Video Games Chronicle
  2. Cliff Bleszinski Knows What Went Wrong 80 Level
  3. Cliff Bleszinski Reveals Struggle With Alcoholism, Plots Return to Video Game Development IGN
  4. Cliff Bleszinski Blames Personal Ego And Alcohol Issues For Boss Key’s Failure Kotaku
  5. Cliff Bleszinski's comeback started at Radio City Music Hall Substack
 
Firefox 153 Available With Support For Vulkan Video Decoding, Experimental JPEG-XL - Phoronix - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:32:00 GMT
  1. Firefox 153 Available With Support For Vulkan Video Decoding, Experimental JPEG-XL Phoronix
  2. Firefox 153 enables containers, GTK rounded corners by default OMG! Ubuntu
  3. Mozilla Firefox 153 ESR Is Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New 9to5Linux
  4. Experience Better Browsing: Introducing Native Containers in Firefox 153 The Mozilla Blog
  5. Firefox 153 Brings HDR Video, Built-In PDF Merging, and QR Code Sharing Linuxiac
 
Beyond grep: The case for a context-rich AI coding harness - ArsTechnica Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:20:10 GMT
Augment Code's Vinay Perneti talks models, harnesses, and context.
 
Valve's Steam Machine may be selling between 12,000 and 15,000 units per week despite its high price - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Those figures come from Boiling Steam, which used Steam's own global best-sellers list to estimate the number of Steam Machine sales.

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The 35 Best Board Games for Family Game Night - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
From monsters to kittens to strategy games, these sets will liven things up on nights when everyone is tired of screens.
 
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Mushrooms at Home (2026) - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT
From countertop kits to a bathroom bucket full of straw and beyond, I spent a year testing popular mushroom-growing methods. Here’s what fruited—and what just grew mold.
 
Indie Gaming's Next Big Wave Is Coming From Outside the West - TechSpot Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:22:00 GMT
The next great game could come from anywhere. Developers across Asia, Eastern Europe, and Oceania are turning local stories and fresh ideas into global hits that are reshaping the industry.
 
An Ebike Company Was Sued for Misleading Info on Safety. It Points to a Big Problem - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:15:00 GMT
Several Chinese businesses associated with the ebike brand Aipas settled a lawsuit with Amazon and the safety certification company UL in July.
 
Where Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster is now after it was launched into space and caused amateur astronomer to panic - supercarblondie.com - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMT
Where Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster is now after it was launched into space and caused amateur astronomer to panic supercarblondie.com
 
The ACLU Is Arming Lawyers to Expose State Surveillance Secrets - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A new toolkit for attorneys in Massachusetts targets the technologies police use—and conceal—to build criminal cases, from facial recognition to AI-written police reports.
 
An artificial 'Saturn's ring' of satellites could soon fill the sky, astronomers warn - Space - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. An artificial 'Saturn's ring' of satellites could soon fill the sky, astronomers warn Space
  2. Almost 2 million satellites are set to launch, and astronomers warn of a threat to the night sky few notice OkDiario
  3. Ungoverned orbital data centres are “reckless”, say scientists DPA Magazine
  4. Why AI’s environmental footprint won’t disappear into orbit Down To Earth
  5. What is the environmental impact of satellites in orbit? Environment America
 
Elite Young Runners Are Becoming Freakishly Fast. Welcome to ‘Trackflation’ - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Four-minute miles are almost routine. Middle schoolers are beating college runners. Inside the youth track boom that’s turning kids and teens into speed machines.
 
Apps Marketed to US Troops Are Shipping Chinese and Russian Code - Wired Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
A first-of-its-kind analysis found more than one in eight apps built for US service members carried foreign code—some from firms in nations the Pentagon designates as adversaries.
 
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link’s Leaked Cinematic May Have Clues For KH4 - Kotaku - Google Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:26:39 GMT
  1. Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link’s Leaked Cinematic May Have Clues For KH4 Kotaku
  2. Cancelled Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Footage Reportedly Leaks, and It’s Really Bizarre VICE
  3. The Intro To The Cancelled Kingdom Hearts Mobile Game Just Leaked Press Start Australia
  4. Canceled Kingdom Hearts spin-off's intro apparently leaks online and not even veteran fans understand what'... Yahoo Tech
  5. Canceled Kingdom Hearts Game Footage Leaks Online OpenCritic
 
Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 20, #1135 - CNET Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 20, No. 1,135.
 
India's first privately developed rocket reaches orbit on dramatic debut launch - ArsTechnica Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:11:21 GMT
"On the first attempt, reaching orbit, I never thought it was possible."
 
Kodak EC35 is a dirt-cheap point-and-shoot film camera - The Verge - Google Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:26:06 GMT
  1. Kodak EC35 is a dirt-cheap point-and-shoot film camera The Verge
  2. Kodak’s New Point-And-Shoot Is a Real Disposable Replacement Gizmodo
  3. The Kodak EC35 35mm Film Camera Brings Back the Iconic Slide Cover PetaPixel
  4. The Kodak EC35 Is A Pocketable, Beginner-Friendly 35mm Film Camera Engadget
  5. Kodak’s New 35mm Film Camera Is Absurdly Affordable Gear Patrol
 
FBI arrests 21-year-old accused of infecting 8,000 PCs with malware through fake Steam games - TechSpot Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:41:00 GMT

The suspect, identified by the FBI as Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins, is accused of running a sophisticated cybercrime operation with unnamed co-conspirators for nearly two years. The group allegedly infected around 8,000 PCs by embedding malware in at least eight video games. Investigators believe they stole at least $220,000 from...

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Nvidia may have RTX 5000 Super GPUs ready, but costly 3GB GDDR7 is holding them back - TechSpot Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:33:00 GMT

The latest RTX 5000 Super story, which comes from VideoCardz, claims that Nvidia has told the board partner holding onto the card that it can't be released yet because of the price of 3GB GDDR7 memory components.

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As mosquito ranges expand, better monitoring is key to preventing disease - ArsTechnica Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:19:31 GMT
Monitoring is expensive and labor intensive. But it helps public health officials stop outbreaks.
 
Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing Over 100 - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks.
 
How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A recent update made video playback the default for songs and podcasts with a visual component. If you just want to listen to music—and save your data and battery—follow these tips.
 
The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Over 20) - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:32:00 GMT
Get those lost minerals back with the help of our top electrolyte powders, tablets, drops, and chews for athletes, partiers, and everyone in between.
 
The Search for Another Earth-Like Planet Just Took a Big Step Forward - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Astronomers have discovered a rocky exoplanet that has an atmosphere and sits within the habitable zone of a solar system.
 
FIFA’s World Cup Halftime Show Puts American-Style Spectacle on the World Stage - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Organizers want the show to be the most-viewed halftime show in history. Having Shakira, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, and BTS will surely help—but do soccer fans want it?
 
How To Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals: Spain vs. Argentina - Wired Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The end of the FIFA Men’s World Cup is nigh. Here’s how to watch the final games and the first ever World Cup halftime show.
 
Bethesda confirms Fallout 5, Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters, and new Obsidian Fallout game - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:33:00 GMT

Bethesda has confirmed that Fallout 5, remastered versions of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, and a new Fallout title from Obsidian Entertainment are in various stages of development. Further details remain scarce, and at least some of these projects are likely years away, but Microsoft and Bethesda are aiming...

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The Same 5G Network Your Phone Uses Can Identify and Track Rogue Drones - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:01:10 GMT
In a proof-of-concept demonstration, AT&T and Ericsson showed how existing 5G networks can track aerial objects that might threaten public safety.
 
India fined HP $14.4 million for rigging government bids and fixing ink and toner prices - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:24:00 GMT

The case centers on how bids were handled on the Government e-Marketplace, the country's main public procurement platform. According to the regulator, HP India and five resellers coordinated their bids to increase the likelihood that one of them would win government contracts.

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GameStop now makes more money from Pokemon cards than video games - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:57:00 GMT

During an interview with Bloomberg News, Cohen was asked whether he worries about his company's future in an era when publishers are increasingly pivoting to digital-only releases. Cohen replied that the decline of physical games would not hurt GameStop because "software makes up less than 12%" of the company's overall business.

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San Francisco warns Apple and Google to stop profiting from AI nudify apps - TechSpot Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:51:00 GMT

Chiu sent cease-and-desist letters to the two tech giants on Thursday, demanding that they remove eight apps from Apple's App Store and five from Google Play.

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Will AI fix prior authorization—or make it worse? - ArsTechnica Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:18:25 GMT
The government is piloting a program that uses AI for insurance-coverage decisions.
 
4 Best Walking Pads for Small Spaces and Standing Desks (2026) - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:03:00 GMT
Our remote team clocked serious hours walking, working, and sometimes jogging to find the best under-desk treadmills for home offices and small spaces.
 
Your Period Tracker Is (Probably) Spying on You - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Russian cyberspies turn to infrastructure hacking, DHS repeatedly fails to realize it’d been hacked, a breach exposes an AI music generator’s scraping ways, and more.
 
The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.
 
FIFA Doesn’t Have a Plan to Deal With Climate Change - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
This year’s World Cup has faced sweltering heat and humidity. Now it may need to deal with wildfire smoke.
 
How Google’s New Gemini Rates Work and How to Track Your Usage - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Now that Google has changed how its usage quotas are tallied, you might not get as many AI responses as you did before.
 
Balmuda NatureWind Studio Review: A Better Breeze - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:32:00 GMT
Balmuda has engineered a remarkably pleasant breeze with its new NatureWind Studio, but is it worth hundreds more than its competition?
 
The Best Tech for Back to School - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:01:00 GMT
Get ready to crush your coursework or scoot to class in style with these back-to-school gear picks.
 
Prompt Injection Attacks Are Thwarting AI Hacking Agents - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
“Context bombing” tricks malicious AI agents into shutting down before they can do harm.
 
SteelSeries Coupon Codes: 15% Off in July 2026 - Wired Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Find the best SteelSeries coupon codes, promo codes, and discount codes for May 2026. Get deals on headsets, keyboards, and mice, including first-order and student discounts.
 
Astronomers Found the First Atmosphere on a Planet in Another Star’s Habitable Zone - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:32:40 GMT
Science has discovered around 6,000 planets, and this is the first one, other than Earth, that is rocky and has an atmosphere.
 
You’ve Probably Watched One of the 300 Titles on Netflix Produced With AI - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:37:16 GMT
The streaming video company with the world’s most subscribers has leaned quickly into AI-assisted production.
 
Apple Is Raising Prices on Music and One Bundle Subscriptions - CNET Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:28:09 GMT
It’s getting even more expensive to be an Apple loyalist.
 
AWS Billing Glitch Hits Customers With Billion-Dollar Fees - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:50:38 GMT
An error with the cloud computing giant’s billing operation caused some customers’ monthly bills to rise from a few cents to billions of dollars.
 
Google-backed satellites for wildfire detection launch as smoke chokes US, Canada - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:50:18 GMT
The FireSat program can spot wildfires that other satellites miss.
 
The Pentagon's Space Development Agency hasn't moved as fast as anyone would like - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:19:42 GMT
"Missiles are being launched at the joint force every single day in [Operation] Epic Fury."
 
What Cities From Chicago to Washington, DC, Look Like Under a Blanket of Wildfire Smoke - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:17:46 GMT
The US is home to some of the most polluted air on the planet as smoke from 120 out-of-control Canadian wildfires drifts across the border.
 
Hegseth wants a "High-T" military; doctors call it a clinical minefield - ArsTechnica Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:53:11 GMT
"We're turning the clock back on rational healthcare."
 
Polymarket’s Corporate Structure Is a Mystery—Even to Some of Its Former Employees - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The prediction market’s Panamanian operation seems odd, even for a company whose CEO had his apartment raided by FBI agents.
 
ICE Is Using Data Broker Tools to ‘Identify Unaccompanied Minors’ and ‘Fraud’ - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:47:05 GMT
A newly renewed, $25 million-per-year contract with a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters further expands the power of ICE under the Trump administration.
 
School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences welcomes six new faculty for 2026 - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT
New professors join the Comparative Media Studies/Writing, Economics, Linguistics, and Music and Theater Arts departments.
 
Following the questions where they lead - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:25:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Bailey Flanigan has arrived at complex computational methods for helping democracy thrive.
 
‘The Odyssey’ Backlash Failed Tremendously - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:09:13 GMT
For all the hysteria over “woke” casting and ahistorical choices, Christopher Nolan’s epic is on track to make $200 million globally during its opening weekend.
 
Lyft’s CEO Says, ‘We’re the Good Uber’ - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
David Risher insists that Lyft has lowered its prices and that customers who only check his competitor’s app are “leaving money on the table.”
 
The Best New Camping Gear at REI (2026): Tents, Coolers, Bikes, More - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:55:29 GMT
I tested REI’s best new and revamped outdoor gear of 2026. Here’s what’s worth buying, from tents and sleeping bags to coolers and bikes.
 
Conspiracy Theorists Think Trump’s Speech Paves the Path to the Insurrection Act - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:48:38 GMT
Election deniers have spent years promoting the idea that the 2020 election was stolen. They believe Donald Trump’s speech finally proves them right.
 
Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:06:00 GMT
We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED’s team of testers for the essential gear to keep on hand in case of wildfires, earthquakes, and lord knows what else.
 
5 Best Smart Speakers (2026): Alexa, Google, Apple - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:01:00 GMT
Looking to add a smart speaker to your house? Here’s which to choose, whether you’re an Alexa, Siri, or Gemini fan.
 
Valve Steam Machine Review: A Compromised Console - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Great for indie darlings, but Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo remain kings of TV gaming.
 
Panasonic Japanese Microwave Review (2026): True 1-Button Cooking - Wired Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:34:00 GMT
The Japanese Microwave measures food temperature directly, and stops cooking when food’s hot. It’s kinda terrific.
 
How an influx of salt may affect microbial ecosystems - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
As sea levels rise and saltwater seeps into freshwater, stressed aquatic populations may retain overall growth even as diversity declines, MIT scientists find.
 
FDA Still Investigating Diarrhea-Causing Parasite, as Cyclospora Outbreak Continues - CNET Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:53:43 GMT
Despite reports of a “false positive,” health officials are still linking a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis to shredded iceberg lettuce.
 
Diana Grass: Listening to the body’s language - MIT Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD candidate builds soft bioelectronic technologies to decode signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
 
For energy systems that power a reliable grid, the future is all about location - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that where new energy projects are built could be key to avoiding blackouts in a future with hotter weather and other challenges.
 
A better way to turn 2D designs into 3D models for rapid prototyping - MIT Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an automated framework that helps AI models generate CAD programs more accurately and efficiently.
 
3 Questions: Neural transparency and the future of AI design - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:25:00 GMT
Assistant Professor Pat Pataranutaporn describes a new interface that lets everyday users glimpse inside an AI's neural network before their chatbot ever says a word.
 
MIT Professor Susumu Tonegawa, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel laureate, dies at 86 - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tonegawa made landmark discoveries about how the immune system generates antibody diversity and how the brain forms memories.
 
3D-printed bridge points the way to greener construction - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed a framework that folds a printer’s real-world limits into the optimization, while revealing that better hardware could sharply reduce material use.
 
Electric fields help guide neural activity, even from moment to moment - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:25:00 GMT
A new study adds evidence that electric fields in the brain help to organize and shape underlying neural activity via “ephaptic coupling.”
 
People’s Picks TV Winners: Upgrading Your TV Soon? CNET Readers Have a Favorite Brand - CNET Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:01:00 GMT
Two brands win readers over, but for different reasons.
 
Ketogenic diets may increase cancer risk in the small intestine - MIT Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have found that a ketogenic high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet fuels the growth of intestinal tumors.
 
Three MIT Press journals lead their fields with Clarivate No. 1 rankings - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Computational Linguistics, International Security, and The Review of Economics and Statistics lead their disciplines with 2026 Clarivate impact factors.
 
How visual learning happens in the brain - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Scientists find that learning to identify a new object subtly reshapes visual processing in the brain.
 
Can AI build a jet engine? JARVIS Challenge tests role of AI copilots in tough-tech engineering - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT students designed, built, and tested a jet engine with AI copilots, assessing AI’s usefulness in developing high-performance aerospace systems.
 
My Top College Dorm Device Picks I’ve Tried Out at Home - CNET Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:53 GMT
Upgrade your dorm room with smart lights, voice assistants and security sensors, all at reasonable prices.
 
MIT engineers find a precise way to grow artificial blood vessels - MIT Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Gently stretching and pulling a “blood vessel on a chip” encourages controlled sprouting of new vessels, for possible use in artificial tissues or organs.
 
Arthur Bahr named head of MIT’s Literature Section - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2007, the scholar of medieval literature explores how different parts of physical manuscripts combine to create interest and meaning.
 
How MIT students are helping to prevent cyberattacks - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:10:00 GMT
Students from the MIT Cybersecurity Clinic help local governments and other vulnerable organizations defend against digital threats.
 
New method aims to keep kids safe from illegal AI-generated content - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers developed an auditing technique to test generative AI models for malicious capabilities, without prompting them for illegal outputs.
 
Tiny infrared chip could improve detection of gases and heat - MIT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The tunable device controls mid-infrared light for more precise thermal imaging, chemical sensing, or pollution monitoring.
 
Discovery could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient digital displays - MIT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Researchers found a simple solution for extending the lifespans of LEDs made from glowing microscopic particles called quantum dots.
 
Age rating questionnaire now includes social media questions - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:00:01 GMT
As announced in June, new Time Allowances in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, or later, give parents more flexible ways to manage the time their kids spend in apps across categories, including Entertainment, Games, and Social Media.
 
New flapping robot swims and flies like a diving bird - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers’ design could lead to a new class of aerial-aquatic vehicles for ocean exploration.
 
MIT-led project opens first climate shelter in Bangladesh - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The Jameel Observatory-CREWSnet project opens a solar-powered “adaptation fortress” in Satkhira, a region facing severe and growing climate threats.
 
Beyond the pitch: The founder’s journey - MIT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:35:00 GMT
An MIT mechanical engineering course explores entrepreneurship through lessons and stories shared by alumni startup founders.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
How to Watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Weird Foldables, AI Glasses and More on July 22 - CNET Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:00:46 GMT
Samsung’s next big event will be in London on July 22. Here’s how to watch the reveal of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and everything else.
 
The brain’s internal ruler - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:40:00 GMT
A simple brain circuit measures objects’ distance from the body using touch signals from a rodent’s whiskers, MIT scientists find.
 
Hello Developer: July 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:15 GMT
In this edition:
 
Many black holes had past lives, new research shows - MIT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Physicists have found signs of colliding black holes that are themselves products of previous black hole smash-ups.
 
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.
 
Lerna Ekmekcioglu named head of MIT’s History Section - MIT Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 2011, Ekmekcioglu examines how communities survive, adapt, remember, and make claims on justice under difficult political conditions.
 
MIT in the media: Innovating and educating for the next 250 years of America - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.
 
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.
 
Don’t Wait for iOS 27, You Should Download iOS 26.5.2 Now for These Security Fixes - CNET Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:06:14 GMT
Anthropic’s AI model Claude helped find one vulnerability this update patches.
 
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.
 
Are Meal Delivery Services Good for People on GLP-1s? Here’s What an Expert Told Me - CNET Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:46 GMT
Several meal subscription services now have special menus for GLP-1 users. Here are the best options to help you hit your protein, fiber and vitamin goals.
 
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.
 
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.
 
How data centers can better manage energy use - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests flexibility in the timing of electricity consumption could lower consumer costs.
 
Listening for the echoes of black holes - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By analyzing X-ray reverberations and other astrophysical data, Erin Kara seeks to understand the most extreme objects in the universe.
 
MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.
 
Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
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:
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. How to Claim Part of the Settlement - CNET Mon, 04 May 2026 19:27:56 GMT
The allocated payment will go to your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing.
 
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.
 
This iPhone Trick Can Eliminate Spam Calls for Good - CNET Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:03 GMT
You don’t have to put up with spam calls any longer.
 
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.
 
Nine Foods I’ll Never Make in the Oven Again Now That I Have an Air Fryer - CNET Sat, 01 Jun 2024 12:00:47 GMT
After years of daily air frying, these nine foods are the ones that proved the appliance does more than just heat up leftovers.
 
These Are the Best and Worst Letters to Guess in Wordle - CNET Thu, 25 Apr 2024 02:00:16 GMT
If you want more streaks, fewer close calls, and faster solves, your letter selection matters more than you think.
 
How to Stop Google Maps From Displaying Your Home to Strangers - CNET Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:15:06 GMT
A straightforward privacy request to Google can remove your home from Street View entirely. Here’s the step-by-step process.