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Jefferies: memory prices are expected to rise 40-50% in Q3 2026 and 30-40% in Q4, as Chinese memory makers are unlikely to provide meaningful near-term relief (Hassan Mujtaba/Wccftech) - Techmeme Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:50:02 GMT

Hassan Mujtaba / Wccftech:
Jefferies: memory prices are expected to rise 40-50% in Q3 2026 and 30-40% in Q4, as Chinese memory makers are unlikely to provide meaningful near-term relief — Memory prices are all set to rise further in the coming quarters of 2026 as persistent shortages continue to grip the market.

 
Humanoid robot maker Apptronik raised ~$1B at a ~$5B valuation, including from Mercedes-Benz, which has a handful of Apptronik's Apollo robots in its factories (Joshua Brustein/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:45:02 GMT

Joshua Brustein / Bloomberg:
Humanoid robot maker Apptronik raised ~$1B at a ~$5B valuation, including from Mercedes-Benz, which has a handful of Apptronik's Apollo robots in its factories — Jeff Cardenas says bringing humanoid machines into the mainstream will be a gradual process. — If you think of an office …

 
I grew up in China, but I'm raising my daughter in LA. A trip back to visit family made me rethink my parenting style. - Yahoo - Google Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:14:00 GMT
I grew up in China, but I'm raising my daughter in LA. A trip back to visit family made me rethink my parenting style. Yahoo
 
Amazon Forgot to Remove These 50+ Prime Day Headphone Deals, Get Yours Before They’re Gone - CNET - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:30:42 GMT
  1. Amazon Forgot to Remove These 50+ Prime Day Headphone Deals, Get Yours Before They’re Gone CNET
  2. Post-Prime Day earbuds deals 2026: Save on AirPods, Bose, and Nothing Mashable
  3. Prime Day is packed with deals on Bose, Sony, JBL, Sonos, and more SFGATE
  4. Prime Day is one of the best times to get a deal on headphones The Verge
  5. Sony WH-1000XM5 active noise-canceling headphones for an all-time low $198 at Amazon — audiophile-grade audio and ANC for an affordable price Tom's Hardware
 
Best Prime Day Tablet Deals From Apple, Samsung and TCL - CNET - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:24:41 GMT
  1. Best Prime Day Tablet Deals From Apple, Samsung and TCL CNET
  2. You won’t have long to get these iPad deals before Apple’s price hike The Verge
  3. Apple Just Raised Prices, Making These Prime Day iPad Deals Ever Hotter WIRED
  4. Powerful iPad Pro M4 is back at its lowest ever price for Prime Day PC Guide
  5. These Apple and Android Tablets Are up to 46% Off for Prime Day Lifehacker
 
Google's Earthquake Alerts system reached 11.4M+ people in Venezuela, giving them seconds or up to two minutes notice before two powerful earthquakes struck (New York Times) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:10:00 GMT

New York Times:
Google's Earthquake Alerts system reached 11.4M+ people in Venezuela, giving them seconds or up to two minutes notice before two powerful earthquakes struck — Jose Flores was driving with his family to see “Toy Story 5” on Wednesday in Caracas, Venezuela, when a loud earthquake alert went off on his wife's Google Android phone.

 
Reachy Mini Desktop Robot Gets All-local, Conversational AI - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:00:42 GMT
Reachy Mini is a limbless desktop robot from Hugging Face made for human interaction experiments, and to give you an idea of what it’s like is a guide on how …read more
 
Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads - EventHubs - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:27:52 GMT
  1. Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads EventHubs
  2. Please release it just like this! 'Virtua Fighter 6: CROSSROAD' gameplay video leaked 게임메카
  3. Virtua Fighter Crossroads is An “Open Sandbox RPG,” Says Producer, Where “Player Choice Matters” GamingBolt
  4. Videogame Virtua Fighter Crossroads Introduces Its First Paraguayan-American Lead The Asunción Times
  5. VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Character, Bakunawa Killer, Revealed in New Trailer! Analog Stick Gaming
 
Microsoft called Linux a cancer, now ships its own free distro that's nothing like Ubuntu or Fedora - Windows Latest - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:01:42 GMT
Microsoft called Linux a cancer, now ships its own free distro that's nothing like Ubuntu or Fedora Windows Latest
 
Philippe Stern, Heir to the Patek Philippe Watch Brand, Dies at 88 - The New York Times - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:59:28 GMT
Philippe Stern, Heir to the Patek Philippe Watch Brand, Dies at 88 The New York Times
 
Lux and Samira announced for 2XKO - EventHubs - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:30:56 GMT
  1. Lux and Samira announced for 2XKO EventHubs
  2. Hikari goes 14-1, wins 2XKO Evo Vegas, Riot Games announces 2 new characters gamingnexus.com
  3. EVO 2026: Lux and Samira Revealed for Riot Games’ 2XKO mxdwn Games
  4. 2XKO Reveals Lux and Samira, Releasing in Late 2026 Final Weapon
  5. 2XKO reveals Lux & Samira at EVO 2026 Shacknews
 
Letter: Austria is pushing the EU to consider hosting Anthropic within its borders, highlighting EU efforts to boost bloc independence from US and Chinese tech (Marton Eder/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:50:00 GMT

Marton Eder / Bloomberg:
Letter: Austria is pushing the EU to consider hosting Anthropic within its borders, highlighting EU efforts to boost bloc independence from US and Chinese tech — Austria is pushing the European Union to consider hosting Anthropic PBC within its borders to counter US efforts to block foreigners …

 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 29, #1836 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:00:58 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 29, No. 1,836.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for June 29 #848 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:00:57 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for June 29, No. 848.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 29, #1114 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:00:39 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 29 No. 1,114.
 
CD Projekt is rebranding as CD Projekt Red, but confusingly, CD Projekt Red is still CD Projekt Red - Eurogamer - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:55:14 GMT
  1. CD Projekt is rebranding as CD Projekt Red, but confusingly, CD Projekt Red is still CD Projekt Red Eurogamer
  2. CD Projekt is Changing its Name Following Shareholder Vote DualShockers
  3. CD PROJEKT will be renamed, but minimally—to CD PROJEKT RED WN Hub
  4. CD Projekt Renames Company to 'CD Projekt RED' 게임메카
  5. CD Projekt will soon become CD Projekt RED - the group of companies will be renamed ixbt.games
 
GPT-5.6 system card indicates Sol is well below the level of most worrisome Mythos use cases, suggesting all GPT-5.6 versions could be released without delay (Zvi Mowshowitz/Don't Worry About the Vase) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:55:04 GMT

Zvi Mowshowitz / Don't Worry About the Vase:
GPT-5.6 system card indicates Sol is well below the level of most worrisome Mythos use cases, suggesting all GPT-5.6 versions could be released without delay — While we wait for a general release, the system card is the best hint as to what is going on with the new candidate for America's Next Top Model, GPT-5.6.

 
I Put Apple CarPlay In My Wife's 2006 Toyota 4Runner And I'm Never Looking Back - Jalopnik - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:25:00 GMT
I Put Apple CarPlay In My Wife's 2006 Toyota 4Runner And I'm Never Looking Back Jalopnik
 
Connection to Bleeping Computer could not be established - Bleeping Computer Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:04:33 GMT
Exception: System.Net.WebException: The remote server returned an error: (403) Forbidden. at System.Net.HttpWebRequest.GetResponse() at rss.justingengo.com.RSSMapper.AddRSSItem(List`1& RSSItems, ArrayList& titles, FeedUriItem uriItem) in C:\Users\Philosopher\source\repos\www.justingengo.com\rss.justingengo.com\RSSMapper.vb:line 155
 
Claims GTA 6 is selling 8 times as many copies on PS5 as Xbox "doesn't represent pre-order data", insists Microsoft - Eurogamer - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:04:00 GMT
  1. Claims GTA 6 is selling 8 times as many copies on PS5 as Xbox "doesn't represent pre-order data", insists Microsoft Eurogamer
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI plays best on PS5 November 19 PlayStation.Blog
  3. "This doesn’t represent pre-order data," Xbox disputes reports of PS5 crushing GTA 6 preorder demand Windows Central
  4. With GTA looming, consoles are getting expensive at the worst possible time The Verge
  5. GTA 6 Preorders on PS5 Are Outselling Xbox 6-to-1 as Retailers Warn of Console Shortages VICE
 
Sources: Baidu's chip unit Kunlunxin Technology plans a Hong Kong IPO at a $50B target valuation, asking investors to buy chips worth 3-7x their IPO investment (Qianer Liu/The Information) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:00:31 GMT

Qianer Liu / The Information:
Sources: Baidu's chip unit Kunlunxin Technology plans a Hong Kong IPO at a $50B target valuation, asking investors to buy chips worth 3-7x their IPO investment — In China, chip companies may have found a new clientele for their semiconductors: IPO investors.

 
I spent weeks thinking my Pixel's camera lens was smeared before discovering the real culprit - Android Police - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:00:10 GMT
I spent weeks thinking my Pixel's camera lens was smeared before discovering the real culprit Android Police
 
Why did this journal retract two 1940s papers by Max Planck? - ArsTechnica Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:49:21 GMT
Clicking on the links now reveals blank pages and empty PDFs. "Intellectually, it’s not acceptable.”
 
5 easy ways to get more range out of your EV - Engadget Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT
These little tricks will help you spend more time driving instead of charging.
 
Australian government says it plans to double the maximum penalty for any social media company breaking its minimum age law and grant more powers to enforcers (Jackson Chen/Engadget) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:25:04 GMT

Jackson Chen / Engadget:
Australian government says it plans to double the maximum penalty for any social media company breaking its minimum age law and grant more powers to enforcers — The fine can now potentially hit 99 million AUD, or $68 million. — After becoming the first in the world to implement …

 
Popular LG UltraGear QHD monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate is down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon - PC Guide - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:47:48 GMT
  1. Popular LG UltraGear QHD monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate is down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon PC Guide
  2. MSI's 32-inch premium 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor drops to a competitive price for Prime Day PC Guide
  3. I Can’t Believe This Samsung Monitor Is Still $500 Off Even Though Prime Day Is Over CNET
  4. Prime Day gaming monitor deals live 2026 — hot sales on the best monitors from Amazon, Newegg, Dell, Best Buy, and more Tom's Hardware
  5. Samsung’s Excellent OLED Monitors Are Up to 36 Percent Off for Prime Day WIRED
 
AI As Conscious As That Toy Bird Is Thirsty - Kotaku - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:28:19 GMT
  1. AI As Conscious As That Toy Bird Is Thirsty Kotaku
  2. A Microsoft researcher sent some goats on a mission in Age of Empires II to make a point about LLMs IBM
  3. Age of Empires II is just as conscious as your ChatGPT Korben
 
Netflix now wants every profile to have its own email address, annoying users - TechSpot Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:13:00 GMT

Netflix is changing how user identities work on its platform, and for many subscribers, the move is showing up in the form of unexpected login prompts and extra steps at sign-in.

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Australia doubles the maximum penalty for its social media ban - Engadget Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:22 GMT
The fine can now potentially hit 99 million AUD, or $68 million.
 
RF Hacking A Ceiling Fan Via The Remote - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:17 GMT
[Sam Wilkinson] recently installed a Dreo CLF513S ceiling fan in his place — it’s cheap, well-sized, and blows air around as you’d expect it to. The only problem is that …read more
 
Teaching An AI To Play A Racing Game Via Screen Input - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:14 GMT
If you’re a fleshy human, you probably learn to play video games by looking at the screen and pressing the buttons, and maybe copying the way you’ve seen others play …read more
 
Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Star Fox On Switch 2? - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Star Fox On Switch 2? Nintendo Life
  2. Star Fox Review: Can't quite teach an old Fox new tricks NPR
  3. After ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ Cameo, Fox McCloud’s Big Year Continues With ‘Star Fox’ Remake on Switch 2 Variety
  4. Star Fox (2026) Review - Mission Complete Game Informer
  5. Star Fox is great, but it can't touch the genre's greatest game Polygon.com
 
RF Hacking A Ceiling Fan Via The Remote - Hackaday - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
RF Hacking A Ceiling Fan Via The Remote Hackaday
 
Four Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In July & August 2026 - Pure Xbox - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:35:33 GMT
Four Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In July & August 2026 Pure Xbox
 
Australia-based Firmus partners with Nvidia to build its first data center in Batam, Indonesia; the 360 MW Nvidia DSX AI factory campus is developed with DayOne (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:30:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Australia-based Firmus partners with Nvidia to build its first data center in Batam, Indonesia; the 360 MW Nvidia DSX AI factory campus is developed with DayOne — Firmus Technologies Pty Ltd. will build its first data center project in Indonesia as part of a partnership with US chip giant Nvidia Corp. …

 
Apple's touchscreen MacBook reportedly won't wait for the M7 chips - Engadget Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:20:44 GMT
The new models will launch with the M5 Pro and M5 Max, according to Mark Gurman.
 
Sony is deleting 551 movies and TV shows you bought on PlayStation, because you don't really own your digital purchases - TechSpot Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:57:00 GMT

Sony has confirmed that it will remove 551 movies and TV series from the PlayStation Store in the UK on September 1, 2026. The content will also be simultaneously deleted from customers' libraries who have already purchased it. Sony did not mention anything about refunds, suggesting affected users will not be compensated financially.

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Mesh Wi-Fi or a range extender? Here's how to know which one you actually need - Engadget Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Wi-Fi extenders are cheap, but come with distinct drawbacks.
 
I started using Projects in Google Drive; it instantly boosted my productivity - Android Police - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:15:11 GMT
I started using Projects in Google Drive; it instantly boosted my productivity Android Police
 
Pokémon GO Events This Week: June 29 – July 5, 2026 - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:56:29 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO Events This Week: June 29 – July 5, 2026 Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Pokémon Go July 2026 event and raid schedule Eurogamer
  3. In Pokémon GO you will soon be able to get one of the best attackers, even without the help of friends Mein-MMO
  4. Pokemon Go July 2026 Updates Feature Shiny Solgaleo, Shadow Palkia Restart.run
  5. Pokemon Go Ozone Ascent Event Focuses on Mega Rayquaza Restart.run
 
CachyOS June 2026 OS Released With More Performance Optimizations - Phoronix - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:49:00 GMT
CachyOS June 2026 OS Released With More Performance Optimizations Phoronix
 
Fireball spotted over south Louisiana - WAFB - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:46:00 GMT
  1. Fireball spotted over south Louisiana WAFB
  2. Meteor streaks across skies, causes bright flash Sunday morning WBRZ
 
Riot's always-on anti-cheat is finally getting an off switch - TechSpot Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:40:00 GMT

Riot Games is changing how its Vanguard anti-cheat runs on PCs, pulling back from its always-on behavior and limiting when it's active on players' machines. With a new update, Vanguard will no longer automatically start when a PC boots – at least not for everyone. Instead, it can run only...

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Apple working on M7 Ultra Mac Studio for 2028 with potential major upgrade: report - 9to5Mac - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:31:00 GMT
  1. Apple working on M7 Ultra Mac Studio for 2028 with potential major upgrade: report 9to5Mac
  2. Apple to Skip High-End M6 Mac Chips in Favor of AI-Focused M7 Line Bloomberg.com
  3. Apple's Touchscreen MacBook Reportedly Won't Wait For The M7 Chips Engadget
  4. Apple (AAPL) Plans Mac Chip Roadmap Shift Toward AI-Focused M7 Yahoo Finance
  5. Apple will skip M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, new report says 9to5Mac
 
Major PS5 Feature Down for the Last 2 Weeks, Sony Silent - PlayStation LifeStyle - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:02:13 GMT
Major PS5 Feature Down for the Last 2 Weeks, Sony Silent PlayStation LifeStyle
 
Accurate Split-Flap Display Can be 3D Printed - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:41 GMT
Split-flap displays are a great, low-power way to display text to a wide audience. Compared to other display technologies like LCDs they only use energy when the characters change, but …read more
 
You've Only Got a Few Days Left to Save Your Samsung Messages - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:37 GMT
Samsung Messages stops working for US users this July. Here's the fastest way to move your texts and message history to Google Messages before the cutoff.
 
An analysis of US payroll data across 730+ occupations: employment among workers ages 22 to 25 in highly AI-exposed jobs is now shrinking by 3.8% per year (Nick Lichtenberg/Fortune) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Nick Lichtenberg / Fortune:
An analysis of US payroll data across 730+ occupations: employment among workers ages 22 to 25 in highly AI-exposed jobs is now shrinking by 3.8% per year — Last August, a team led by Stanford economist Erik Brynjolfsson published a deep look at the impact of AI on jobs, boosted by a …

 
Google Home Speaker uses 99% less adhesive than Nest Audio [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Google Home Speaker uses 99% less adhesive than Nest Audio [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Google’s New Smart Speaker Takes the Lead WIRED
  3. Google Home Speaker Review: A Faster Way of Being Frustrated Gizmodo
  4. Google Home Speaker Review: A Modest Update For The Gemini Era Engadget
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is Out of This World Fun PCMag UK
 
The 10 'Most Wishlisted' Upcoming Xbox Games According To Microsoft - Pure Xbox - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The 10 'Most Wishlisted' Upcoming Xbox Games According To Microsoft Pure Xbox
 
Govee’s smart nugget ice maker makes every iced drink feel like a luxury - TechCrunch - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Govee’s smart nugget ice maker makes every iced drink feel like a luxury TechCrunchSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Linux 7.3 To Introduce DRM "Color Format" Property With AMD GPU Driver Support - Phoronix - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:34:00 GMT
Linux 7.3 To Introduce DRM "Color Format" Property With AMD GPU Driver Support Phoronix
 
Flock cameras track more than your license plate, and they're spreading fast - Engadget Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Mounting privacy and security issues have residents and activists concerned.
 
Sony’s New Blu-ray & DVD Player Upscales DVDs to Near-HD Quality – Bring Your Old DVDs To Life Again - | Cord Cutters News - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:58:37 GMT
Sony’s New Blu-ray & DVD Player Upscales DVDs to Near-HD Quality – Bring Your Old DVDs To Life Again | Cord Cutters News
 
What to Do in Houston If You're Here for Business (2026) - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:21:00 GMT
Where to eat, stay, work, and eat some more while visiting Space City on business.
 
Nest’s quest to fix your thermostat - The Verge - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:02:44 GMT
Nest’s quest to fix your thermostat The Verge
 
Famitsu review scores – June 28, 2026 – Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 and more - Nintendo Everything - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:01:35 GMT
Famitsu review scores – June 28, 2026 – Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 and more Nintendo Everything
 
No, My Phone Will Never Replace My Camera. Here's Why - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:01:10 GMT
Commentary: Phone cameras are amazing, but as a professional photographer, I need more from my camera.
 
From Photo Backups to My Own Cloud Server: My Trip Into Home Data Storage - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:01:09 GMT
I just wanted to store my files safely. I ended up opening a Pandora's box of complications.
 
Samsung's Galaxy A27 Comes With a More Vibrant Screen and a Higher Price - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:01:09 GMT
The $350 lower-cost phone gets a punch-hole front-facing camera and a new processor over last year's model.
 
From Photo Backups to My Own Cloud Server: My Trip Into Home Data Storage - CNET - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:01:00 GMT
From Photo Backups to My Own Cloud Server: My Trip Into Home Data Storage CNET
 
I found a hidden Google Maps feature that made my Pixel's always-on display useful - Android Police - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:10 GMT
I found a hidden Google Maps feature that made my Pixel's always-on display useful Android Police
 
The PlayStation 6 Reportedly Already Costs $960 in Materials to Manufacture - Insider Gaming - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:58:38 GMT
  1. The PlayStation 6 Reportedly Already Costs $960 in Materials to Manufacture Insider Gaming
  2. Worrying News for PS6, as Memory Prices Tipped to Double by End of 2027 Push Square
  3. A cross-gen focus will help Sony retain its brand's audience at the PlayStation 6 launch. GameGPU
  4. PS6 Price Could Now Exceed $1,000 at Launch According to Prominent Hardware Leaker VICE
  5. PS6 Production Costs Have Reportedly Increased Again psxextreme.com
 
Big Tech's $8 trillion AI bet is making consoles, cars, and electricity more expensive for everyone else - TechSpot Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:16:00 GMT

What is often framed as a race to develop smarter AI models is, in practice, a massive industrial expansion. Data centers require dense clusters of advanced chips, extensive cooling systems, fiber networks, and backup power. Columbia University economist Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh put it plainly, describing the effort to the Wall...

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Xbox One gets a rare busy month with 12 noteworthy games coming July 2026 - TrueAchievements - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:03:35 GMT
  1. Xbox One gets a rare busy month with 12 noteworthy games coming July 2026 TrueAchievements
  2. Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In July 2026 Pure Xbox
  3. Halo Campaign Evolved remake launches on Xbox Game Pass July 28 Technobezz
  4. XBOX Game Pass July 2026 Lineup Expands With 12 Confirmed Games Windows Report
  5. Xbox Game Pass Tiers [2026]: Ultimate Wins at $22.99 tech-insider.org
 
Apple's Price Hikes Aren't Just an AI Problem - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:01:00 GMT
Commentary: The boom in artificial intelligence is causing a memory chip shortage. Apple decided to make us pay for it.
 
Could New Plans Be Coming To T-Mobile On Monday? - The Mobile Report - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:00:14 GMT
Could New Plans Be Coming To T-Mobile On Monday? The Mobile ReportSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
Hack Improves Cheap Speed Controllers - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:00:09 GMT
[Tony Goacher] has worked with a lot of cheap brushless DC motor controllers built in China. They can be very cost-effective, but sometimes limited in performance or capability, particularly when …read more
 
Retro Recap: All The Classic Gaming News From The Past Week (June 28th 2026) - Time Extension - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Retro Recap: All The Classic Gaming News From The Past Week (June 28th 2026) Time Extension
 
The ‘Almost Homeless’ Subreddit Is a Stark Glimpse at Soaring Wealth Inequality - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
As the billionaire class gets richer, the growing online community is offering tips on how to survive with very little.
 
After trying a Google TV projector, I may never buy another TV ever again - Android Authority - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:12:04 GMT
After trying a Google TV projector, I may never buy another TV ever again Android Authority
 
Why Wear Anything Other Than a Sun Hoodie This Summer? Our Picks for the Best - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:02:00 GMT
Sun hoodies are the greatest new garment since the original hoodie.
 
Brazil, which has struggled to standardize soccer talent scouting, is embracing AI-powered scouting apps that assess players by analyzing video clips and more (New York Times) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:00:36 GMT

New York Times:
Brazil, which has struggled to standardize soccer talent scouting, is embracing AI-powered scouting apps that assess players by analyzing video clips and more — Recruitment apps powered by artificial intelligence are gaining ground in Brazil, promising to even the playing field and find more soccer talent.

 
Swipeless online dating? How AI is reshaping the search for love - Los Angeles Times - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
  1. Swipeless online dating? How AI is reshaping the search for love Los Angeles Times
  2. AI chatbots hit the dating scene, becoming the lovelorn’s modern-day Cyrano AP News
  3. AI chatbots are helping people communicate with dating partners. Here are some do’s and don’ts. The Boston Globe
  4. AI Advice Is Undermining Couples Psychology Today
  5. Single People Are Annoyed With How AI Is Affecting Their Dating Lives Cosmopolitan
 
Best OTA TV Antenna for Cord-Cutters in 2026 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
These are the best indoor TV antennas for watching sports and live events in 2026.
 
This Is the Most Detailed Image Yet of the Milky Way's Center - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The Euclid space telescope's stunning photo of our galaxy's “crowded heart” captures more than 60 million stars.
 
A Guy In Sweden Built An Inline-16 Out Of Volvo Engines And It Sounds Awesome - Jalopnik - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:25:00 GMT
A Guy In Sweden Built An Inline-16 Out Of Volvo Engines And It Sounds Awesome Jalopnik
 
Your parents’ favorite restaurant is making a comeback after more than 600 closures - PennLive.com - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:15:00 GMT
Your parents’ favorite restaurant is making a comeback after more than 600 closures PennLive.com
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for June 28 #847 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:01:03 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for June 28, No. 847.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 28, #1113 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:01:02 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 28 No. 1,113.
 
The Ebike Accessories You Need to Help You Haul the Most Stuff - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:01:00 GMT
An unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 28, #1835 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:00:45 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 28, No. 1,835.
 
China Defies US Restrictions and Builds the World’s Fastest Supercomputer - Wired Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The Chinese supercomputer LineShine was ranked as the fastest in the world, despite not using any GPUs.
 
Spend Five Minutes With This Hellish Operating System Simulator and You'll Never Swear at Your Computer Again - Gizmodo - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Spend Five Minutes With This Hellish Operating System Simulator and You'll Never Swear at Your Computer Again Gizmodo
 
Make Your Own Loudspeaker From Scratch - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:00:48 GMT
A loudspeaker is a vital component of every device that plays sound, but while its operation is simple, it’s a surprisingly difficult device to build. [Rvanderouderaa] has made an Instructables …read more
 
GTA 6 could be the final death knell for physical media, but it still makes sense to pre-order - Creative Bloq - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. GTA 6 could be the final death knell for physical media, but it still makes sense to pre-order Creative Bloq
  2. Pre-Order Grand Theft Auto VI on June 25 Rockstar Games
  3. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Going Digital-Only Is a Car Crash for Physical Media The Hollywood Reporter
  4. 'GTA VI' Online release date: What we know so far Mashable
  5. Grand Theft Auto VI fans rage over ‘greedy’ paywalls, $100 price tag for new game New York Post
 
Rapid Samsung 9100 Pro NVMe SSD falls back to its cheapest price in months - PC Guide - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:47:45 GMT
  1. Rapid Samsung 9100 Pro NVMe SSD falls back to its cheapest price in months PC Guide
  2. Prime Day drops popular Samsung 990 Pro 2TB SSD to its lowest price in months on Amazon PC Guide
  3. Prime Day is over: We found 10+ deals still live on microSD, portable SSDs, and hard drives to beat RAMageddon Mashable
  4. The Best Prime Day SSD and HDD Deals: Save Big With Drives From Samsung, Seagate, WD, and More PCMag
  5. These SSD and Storage Deals Are up to 49% off for Prime Day Lifehacker
 
A profile of Jacob Andreou, the 33-year-old former Snap exec leading Microsoft's consolidated Copilot team efforts to catch up with OpenAI and Anthropic (Sebastian Herrera/Fortune) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:00:01 GMT

Sebastian Herrera / Fortune:
A profile of Jacob Andreou, the 33-year-old former Snap exec leading Microsoft's consolidated Copilot team efforts to catch up with OpenAI and Anthropic — Andreou, who once led product at social media firm Snap, is head of Microsoft Copilot. — Early this year, Jacob Andreou had a crucial goal.

 
Masayoshi Son questioned Musk's orbital AI data centers, noting electricity is just 7% of costs and the AI race will be won on Earth within a few years (Tim Higgins/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:40:00 GMT

Tim Higgins / Wall Street Journal:
Masayoshi Son questioned Musk's orbital AI data centers, noting electricity is just 7% of costs and the AI race will be won on Earth within a few years — SoftBank's Masayoshi Son thinks the math doesn't support space-based data centers — Some people have expressed skepticism …

 
A look at a thriving underground economy for Claude access in China, including "transfer station" sites that buy API tokens abroad and distribute them to users (Wired) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:35:06 GMT

Wired:
A look at a thriving underground economy for Claude access in China, including “transfer station” sites that buy API tokens abroad and distribute them to users — As Anthropic tightens restrictions on access to Claude in China, users keep finding new workarounds, from proxy services to fake identities sourced on Telegram.

 
Apple's appeal to a London Court of Appeal ruling begins Monday at the UK Supreme Court; the ruling required it to pay $502M for using Optis' wireless patents (Alistair Gray/Financial Times) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:25:01 GMT

Alistair Gray / Financial Times:
Apple's appeal to a London Court of Appeal ruling begins Monday at the UK Supreme Court; the ruling required it to pay $502M for using Optis' wireless patents — Battle over licensing of mobile connection protocols could shape global rates for other technologies

 
Researchers say Z.ai's GLM-5.2 matches latest US models at finding security bugs, as critics question the US' lax approach in restricting Chinese open models (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:20:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Researchers say Z.ai's GLM-5.2 matches latest US models at finding security bugs, as critics question the US' lax approach in restricting Chinese open models — Clampdown on top U.S. artificial intelligence is fueling concern that Washington is handing Beijing a cyberwarfare advantage

 
World’s Biggest RC A380 is a Big Deal - Hack a Day Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:50 GMT
A man standing next to an RC model of an Airbus A380 aircraft. The fuselage is at elbow height and the tailfin appears to be over his head.
RC planes are a lot of fun, and the bigger the better! [Ramy RC] has built the world’s biggest RC A380. At 29 ft (8.83 m) long, with a 32 …read more
 
Someone just released a SteamOS gaming PC before Valve even shipped its own - XDA - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:52:41 GMT
  1. Someone just released a SteamOS gaming PC before Valve even shipped its own XDA
  2. Valve will finally let you build your own Steam Machine with SteamOS for desktop The Verge
  3. Valve can afford a niche, pricey hardware launch; Sony and Microsoft can't | Opinion GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Forget the Steam Machine: SteamOS Is What PC Gamers Should Be Excited About PCMag
  5. Steam Machine Review: Is Valve’s $1,049 Console/PC Hybrid Worth It? IGN
 
FIFA Heroes is FIFA's new cross-platform mobile game - FIFA - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
  1. FIFA Heroes is FIFA's new cross-platform mobile game FIFA
  2. FIFA Heroes is Officially Live Motorola News
  3. Arcade Football Mobile Games Trend Hunter
  4. FIFA Heroes launches globally: the mobile-first take for the new generation of football fans Games Press
  5. iShowSpeed is a playable character in FIFA Heroes WIN.GG
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, June 28 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:51:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 28.
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 28, #643 - CNET Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 28, No. 643.
 
BlazBlue: Central Fiction DLC character Trinity Glassfille revealed - Gematsu - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:10:43 GMT
  1. BlazBlue: Central Fiction DLC character Trinity Glassfille revealed Gematsu
  2. These 4 New Challengers Are Coming to Some of PS5's Best Fighting Games Push Square
  3. Evo Vegas 2026: Arc System Works Showcase Reveals BlazBlue and Guilty Gear Strive Updates The Outerhaven
  4. BlazBlue Central Fiction Ends Nine-Year Drought: Trinity Glassfille Joins the Roster Tech Times
  5. Robo-Ky Strides Onto The Strive Scene July 2 psxextreme.com
 
Mina The Hollower Is Joining Rivals Of Aether II As A Guest Fighter In 2027 - Nintendo Life - Google Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT
  1. Mina The Hollower Is Joining Rivals Of Aether II As A Guest Fighter In 2027 Nintendo Life
  2. Rivals of Aether II adds Gouie on August 4, Mina the Hollower in 2027 Gematsu
  3. Mina the Hollower will make her fighting game debut in a crossover next year Yahoo Tech
  4. Mina the Hollower is coming to Rivals of Aether II gamingnexus.com
  5. Rivals of Aether II Announces Mina the Hollower Guest Character for 2027 Final Weapon
 
Multiple Switch Games Have Received Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes - Nintendo Life - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT
  1. Multiple Switch Games Have Received Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes Nintendo Life
  2. Nintendo issues June 2026 backwards compatibility fixes for Switch games on Switch 2, full list Nintendo Everything
  3. New Nintendo Switch 2 Update Makes Backward Compatability Better comicbook.com
  4. Switch 2 backwards compatibility update for June 28th, 2026 GoNintendo
 
MacBook Retail Sales Challenged By Apple Silicon Legacy - Forbes - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:13:37 GMT
MacBook Retail Sales Challenged By Apple Silicon Legacy Forbes
 
Best Standing Desks of 2026 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:43:00 GMT
Add health benefits to your workday with a standing desk.
 
Best Desks of 2026: I’ve Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:35:00 GMT
Put the best desk in your office and make it feel like new.
 
Belkin launches new 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock with 140W PD charging & triple 4K 144Hz display support - Gizmochina - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:55:04 GMT
  1. Belkin launches new 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock with 140W PD charging & triple 4K 144Hz display support Gizmochina
  2. Kensington Launches New Thunderbolt 5 Dock With Triple 4K Support Forbes
  3. Belkin Introduces Powerful Docking Station with Thunderbolt 5 Interface Zamin.uz
  4. Belkin launches new 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock with 140W charging and triple 4K display support Notebookcheck
 
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising announced for Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Everything - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:41:35 GMT
  1. Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  2. Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Game Launches Version 2.60, Switch 2 Version Simultaneously on September 17 Anime News Network
  3. Id revealed as the next DLC fighter for Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising EventHubs
  4. PlayStation Exclusive Officially Coming to Nintendo Swith 2 This September comicbook.com
  5. Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising gets a Nintendo Switch 2 version in September My Nintendo News
 
Amazon Prime Day officially ended last night, but these 131+ deals are still available for late shoppers - NBC News - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:02:11 GMT
  1. Amazon Prime Day officially ended last night, but these 131+ deals are still available for late shoppers NBC News
  2. 11 post-Prime Day Apple deals: Lock in MacBook and iPad prices Mashable
  3. The 70+ Best Prime Day Tech Deals: Laptops, Headphones, TVs, and More The New York Times
  4. The Best Apple and Electronics Deals Still Going From Prime Day 2026, According to a Long-Time Tech Reviewer WSJ
  5. Prime Day isn't over: The best extended tech deals from Apple, Amazon, Bose, Sony and others to shop today Yahoo Tech
 
Cramming A Mini-ITX Gaming PC Into A 3D Printed Steam Machine Sized Case - Hackaday - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT
  1. Cramming A Mini-ITX Gaming PC Into A 3D Printed Steam Machine Sized Case Hackaday
  2. We made a DIY Steam Machine build cheaper than Valve's, with some help from Amazon Prime Day deals PC Guide
  3. LDLC "PC Box" Targets Steam Machine Pricing with RDNA 4 Performance TechPowerUp
  4. AMD engineer 3D-prints Steam Machine-a-like with diagonal mobo mounting — parts include a Mini ITX motherboard, RTX 5060, and a flex ATX PSU Tom's Hardware
  5. Steam Machine Who? Retailers and Modders Are Building More Powerful Compact PCs For the Same Price extremetech.com
 
Here's your daily reminder that you don't own digital content - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:45:46 GMT
People in Europe will soon lose access to Studio Canal movies they paid for on the PlayStation Store.
 
Porsche Cayman GT4 Race Car Replaced By New 911 GT4 Race Car Based On The 911 GT3, Which Won't Be Confusing - Jalopnik - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:05:00 GMT
  1. Porsche Cayman GT4 Race Car Replaced By New 911 GT4 Race Car Based On The 911 GT3, Which Won't Be Confusing Jalopnik
  2. Porsche unveils the new 911 GT4 R for global customer motorsport Porsche Newsroom
  3. Goodbye, 718 GT4 RS, Hello, 911 GT4 R: This Is Porsche’s Latest Race Car MotorTrend
  4. Porsche Just Replaced The 718 Cayman GT4 With A New Naturally Aspirated 911 CarBuzz
  5. Trans Am, International GT classes get ready for Cheese Captial Cup AOL.com
 
Are smart bulbs more expensive to run than standard LEDs? - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Do the benefits of features like dimming and scheduling make up for the constant energy draw needed for connectivity?
 
Deals: Prime Day shopping is over, here are the best Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 series deals - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:11:02 GMT
  1. Deals: Prime Day shopping is over, here are the best Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 series deals - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  2. This is your last chance to get the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for under $1,000 Mashable
  3. Prime Day Smartphone Deals Are Live: Save Up to 44% on Samsung Foldables, Google Pixels, Motorolas, and More PCMag
  4. Amazon throws Samsung S26 Ultra & Pixel 10 Pro Fold into the Prime Day bargain bin as flagship phones hit record-low prices PC Guide
  5. Hurry! There's still time to grab one of Samsung's best smartphones of 2026 at an all-time low Android Central
 
Tesla settles lawsuit over fatal pedestrian crash involving Full Self-Driving - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:01:37 GMT
The lawsuit dates back to a deadly incident in Arizona in 2023.
 
62 Last Minute Prime Day Weekend Deals: Up to 45% Off (2026) - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:01:21 GMT
Prime Day is officially over, but many of our favorite, hand-picked deals are still available through the weekend.
 
Best Prime Day Laptop Deals From Lenovo, Apple, Acer and More - CNET - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:52:27 GMT
  1. Best Prime Day Laptop Deals From Lenovo, Apple, Acer and More CNET
  2. Best Prime Day laptop deals: Save up to $970 on MacBooks, Windows PCs Mashable
  3. This is what Tom's Hardware readers clicked the most during Prime Day — Portable displays, DVD burners, the Nintendo Switch 2, and two decent SSD deals, among others Tom's Hardware
  4. 6 Prime Day home office deals I’d actually spend money on PCWorld
  5. Prime Day’s Xbox Series X Deals Include Some Of The Biggest Games Of 2026 GameSpot
 
PlayStation sales just had its worst May in 25 years, and Xbox's was the worst ever - TechSpot Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:32:00 GMT

Market research firm Circana's Mat Piscatella reports that May 2026 saw the lowest number of PlayStation consoles sold in the United States during any May since 2000, a few months before the PlayStation 2's launch. Meanwhile, Xbox unit sales experienced their worst May on record.

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34 People Who Didn’t Realize How Horrifically They Failed Until It Was Already Too Late - buzzfeed.com - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:31:02 GMT
34 People Who Didn’t Realize How Horrifically They Failed Until It Was Already Too Late buzzfeed.com
 
New hollow-core fiber test pushes internet speeds to 1.2Tb/s - Interesting Engineering - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:28:00 GMT
  1. New hollow-core fiber test pushes internet speeds to 1.2Tb/s Interesting Engineering
  2. [News] YOFC Achieved World’s First 1.2Tb/s Per-Wavelength Transmission Over Hollow-Core Fiber TrendForce
  3. Hollow-Core Fiber Redefines Long-Haul Optical Networks Optics & Photonics News
 
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Release Date: New Details Before Samsung Launch - Forbes - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:07:52 GMT
  1. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Release Date: New Details Before Samsung Launch Forbes
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 ekes out a victory against the foldable iPhone Ultra PhoneArena
  3. This Z Fold proves Samsung can innovate, plus it's not the expensive one for once Android Police
  4. What To Expect At The Next Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Engadget
  5. First Side-by-Side Look: How the Folding iPhone Ultra Compares to Galaxy Z Fold 8 Geeky Gadgets
 
Saturday Pre-orders: Battleforces, Ciaphas Cain, and the Age of Darkness - Warhammer Community - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:00:01 GMT
Saturday Pre-orders: Battleforces, Ciaphas Cain, and the Age of Darkness Warhammer Community
 
SpaceX is reportedly planning to build its own natural gas pipeline in Texas - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:50:16 GMT
The 8-mile pipeline would bring fuel for Starship to the company's Starbase.
 
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 gets staggered release after Trump administration cites national security concerns - TechSpot Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:26:00 GMT

Sol, the flagship model in the GPT-5.6 lineup, is built with a robust safety stack with guardrails against higher-risk activities, sensitive cyber requests, and repeated misuse. Terra is designed for balanced reasoning and agentic workloads, with OpenAI claiming that it offers similar performance to GPT-5.5 while being 2x cheaper. Luna...

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Ayaneo's new horizontal handheld is an even better remake of the Game Boy Micro - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:21:32 GMT
The Pocket Micro 2 has a larger battery, improved controls and even a 3.5mm headphone jack.
 
The Kindle app for iOS has features your aging Kindle doesn't - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Amazon's Kindle AI features help you read beyond the lines, so long as you have the right ereader.
 
30 Minutes of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Gameplay Has Leaked Online - Insider Gaming - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:08:35 GMT
  1. 30 Minutes of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Gameplay Has Leaked Online Insider Gaming
  2. First 30 minutes of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced just got leaked TweakTown
  3. 3 open-world games to play while you wait for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Polygon.com
  4. The Pirate Genre's Best Action Hero Since Jack Sparrow Officially Returns in 2 Weeks Collider
  5. Approximate Playtime for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Revealed ixbt.games
 
Trump threatens 100% tariffs on any country imposing digital services taxes on US tech firms - TechSpot Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:03:00 GMT

Several European countries have been considering or already applying digital services taxes to large online platforms. These surcharges are aimed at revenue generated by activities such as digital advertising and online marketplaces – areas dominated by US-based companies.

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Chaos worth keeping - Minecraft - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:01:04 GMT
  1. Chaos worth keeping Minecraft
  2. Minecraft Interview: Mojang Senior Product Manager Anna Lundgren on Chaos Cubed, Stewardship, and Community Military.com
  3. Download Minecraft 26.31 for Phone Free: Cinnabar & Sulfur Cubes Techloy
  4. Minecraft Realms adds Chaos Cubed caves and a free Realms Plus trial PCQuest
  5. Community Challenge: Chaos Spreads Minecraft
 
Ranked: America’s Best-Selling Albums Ever - Visual Capitalist - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:23:02 GMT
Ranked: America’s Best-Selling Albums Ever Visual Capitalist
 
Engadget Indie Pitch: I'M YOUR HOST - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
"Think Her Story, but weirder."
 
Engadget review recap: MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, Sony A7R VI, Ray-Ban Meta Optics and more - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.
 
The Pressure On Bungie’s ‘Marathon’ After Destiny 2’s Death Is Insurmountable - Forbes - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:52:31 GMT
  1. The Pressure On Bungie’s ‘Marathon’ After Destiny 2’s Death Is Insurmountable Forbes
  2. Marathon Season 2 Loot Problem Has Bungie Stumped games.gg
  3. Marathon dev Bungie thinks you're getting too much loot, and it wants to change that PCGamesN
  4. Marathon Season 2 loot nerfs are now live: Bungie cuts rare drops en.softonic.com
  5. Marathon players are amassing way too much loot in Season 2, and the primary cause is a mystery: 'We're still unravelling the source' pcgamer.com
 
Steam Summer Sale is here in time for Evo with over 100 fighting game deals like Invincible VS, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection - EventHubs - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:52:10 GMT
  1. Steam Summer Sale is here in time for Evo with over 100 fighting game deals like Invincible VS, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection EventHubs
  2. The Steam Summer Sale has begun! EscapeFromTarkov.com
  3. Best Steam Deck Verified games under $10 in the Steam Summer Sale PC Guide
  4. Steam Summer Sale Offers Discounts On Hundreds of VR Games UploadVR
  5. Save up to 90% on Spike Chunsoft Games During the Summer Sale on Nintendo eShop June 25 to July 8, 2026 Spike Chunsoft
 
The Steam Machine is sold out, overpriced, can't quite do 4K – and now scalpers are asking $3,000 for it - TechSpot Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:46:00 GMT

Only weeks after landing in users' hands, the Steam Controller's unique properties have quickly inspired interesting, or at least amusing, new features. Despite its high price, the PC gaming controller might be the only new piece of hardware from Valve that most users can access for some time, as the...

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The differences between Dolby Digital, DTS and Atmos (and which is better) - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT
How to decide which of these surround sound formats is best for your home theater.
 
Prime Day Is Over, but the Deals Are Hanging On. Here Are Hundreds of Our Shopping Experts' Favorites - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:19:20 GMT
Prime Day officially ended yesterday, but we're still basking in its afterglow.
 
Switch 2 Dominates as Sales Top 20M LT - Worldwide Hardware Estimates for April 2026 - VGChartz - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:14:42 GMT
  1. Switch 2 Dominates as Sales Top 20M LT - Worldwide Hardware Estimates for April 2026 VGChartz
  2. PlayStation hardware sales fall to their lowest May total since 2000 | US Monthly Charts GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Xbox Sales Are Its Lowest Ever This Month, PlayStation Its Lowest Since 2000 Forbes
  4. Switch 2 is the second fastest-selling console in US history, as PlayStation records its worst May in decades - and Xbox its worst May ever Eurogamer
  5. As GTA 6 abandons discs, analyst reveals physical games sales in the US actually grew for the first time in... Yahoo Tech
 
What Apple Just Confirmed About the iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra - Geeky Gadgets - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:01:38 GMT
  1. What Apple Just Confirmed About the iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra Geeky Gadgets
  2. iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors: Release date, iPhone 18 Pro details, more. Mashable
  3. Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Features: Everything We Know So Far TechRepublic
  4. You may be unable to escape a brutal iPhone 18 Pro price hike PhoneArena
  5. iPhone 18 Pro might cost less than expected, per report 9to5Mac
 
NASA tests an in-orbit refueling device for deep space missions - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:49:55 GMT
NASA is testing a 'cryocoupler' developed by L3Harris for in-orbit refueling.
 
With Star Wars: Galactic Racer, former Burnout devs have built on N64 and PS2 classics to make what they call "the purest expression of gaming" - Eurogamer - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:08:00 GMT
  1. With Star Wars: Galactic Racer, former Burnout devs have built on N64 and PS2 classics to make what they call "the purest expression of gaming" Eurogamer
  2. Star Wars: Galactic Racer Fuses Episode 1: Racer and Burnout Into a Compelling Roguelite Racing Game IGN
  3. How Star Wars: Galactic Racer Turns Podracing into a Challenging Roguelite XBOX Wire
  4. Don't Let The Star Wars Branding Put You Off Galactic Racer Engadget
  5. Star Wars: Galactic Racer has a lot more Slay the Spire DNA than I expected, because its ex-Burnout devs wa... Yahoo Tech
 
Your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Can Take Better Photos by Changing Just a Few Settings - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:58 GMT
The Camera Assistant is one of the underrated features that can fine-tune your Galaxy S26 Ultra camera experience to your liking.
 
A sidescrolling roguelite platformer, Steam Deck air hockey and other new indie games worth checking out - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The Steam Summer Sale is underway.
 
Uber expands US driver background checks after sexual assault lawsuits - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:58:05 GMT
Uber is adopting a more stringent background check process for drivers and couriers in the US.
 
Polestar Faces a Ban on Selling Its EVs in the US - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:38:21 GMT
Regulators are putting the kibosh on sales of the automaker's upcoming EV models because of its ties to China.
 
Apple and Audi alumni have made a luxe EV based on the moon buggy - ArsTechnica Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:07:05 GMT
The Amble One is a street-legal $25,000 electric buggy designed for luxury resorts.
 
Duer’s Wear-Everywhere Pants Are on Sale This Weekend - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:01:00 GMT
It’s not often you can score discounts from the outdoor-coded Canadian company that makes understated and stylish performance clothing.
 
Does DeleteMe Actually Get Your Info off the Internet? I Tried It - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Everyone is sick of spam calls and creeper sites that show weirdos where you live—but can any service solve it?
 
Security News This Week: LastPass Users Had Their Data Stolen—Again - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Plus: Former national security advisor John Bolton pleads guilty in classified-materials case, Microsoft helps take down major infostealer infrastructure, and more.
 
The 37 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:06:00 GMT
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.
 
Apple is reportedly looking to buy chips from a US-blacklisted Chinese company - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:44:32 GMT
Apple is seeking clearance from the Trump administration to buy chips from a company linked to the Chinese military, according to Financial Times.
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 27, #642 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:56 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 27, No. 642.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 27, #1112 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:55 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 27 No. 1,112.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 27, #1834 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:54 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 27, No. 1,834.
 
Why Venezuela’s Second Earthquake Was So Damaging to Buildings - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Factors like the short interval between the two powerful quakes and different types of soil led to some structures collapsing while others stayed standing.
 
Prediction Markets Let You Bet on Anything. That's a Problem - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:55:44 GMT
Critics call platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi online casinos, where insider trading runs rampant.
 
Impressive 65-inch Hisense mini-LED TV stays at its lowest even after Prime Day sales end - PC Guide - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:37:27 GMT
  1. Impressive 65-inch Hisense mini-LED TV stays at its lowest even after Prime Day sales end PC Guide
  2. I review TVs year-round, and these are the best Prime Day TV deals on the sale's final day Business Insider
  3. Artistic 75-inch Hisense TV is still at its cheapest, with over $1,000 savings after Prime Day ends PC Guide
  4. 4 OLED TVs With Deep Discounts During Amazon Prime Day 2026 bgr.com
  5. The best Prime Day deals on LG, Samsung, and more 4K TVs The Verge
 
Apple executive in charge of Vision Pro is reportedly leaving for OpenAI - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:36:58 GMT
Apple's Vision Pro chief is reportedly leaving for OpenAI to start a hardware division.
 
Amid Amazon's Robot Surge, Proteus Charts a New Path Forward - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:30:00 GMT
Proteus, the company's first fully autonomous robot, is a key mover in Amazon's ambitious robotics quest to deliver packages to you more quickly.
 
Is Mega Skarmory good for Pokémon GO Raids? - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:02:41 GMT
  1. Is Mega Skarmory good for Pokémon GO Raids? Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Mega Skarmory Soars into Pokémon GO Super Mega Raid Day Pokemon.com
  3. Pokémon Go Mega Skarmory counters, weaknesses and moveset Eurogamer
  4. Mega Skarmory Pokémon Go Raid Counters and Best Moveset games.gg
  5. Mega Skarmory Pokemon Go Raids: Weaknesses, Best Counters, And Best Moveset GameSpot
 
Last chance to grab $600 off this Acer Predator gaming laptop in the Prime Day sale - PC Guide - Google Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:32:49 GMT
  1. Last chance to grab $600 off this Acer Predator gaming laptop in the Prime Day sale PC Guide
  2. Get an RTX 5060 gaming laptop loaded with Ryzen 7 CPU and 32GB RAM for $1,099 — mobile gaming upgrade just got $300 cheaper Tom's Hardware
  3. Amazon drops iBuyPower RTX 5070 gaming PC with 32GB of DDR5 to a record-low price for Prime Day PC Guide
  4. The Alienware Aurora RTX 5080 Gaming PC With 64GB of RAM and a 4TB SSD Drops to $3,029 at Dell Outlet IGN
  5. RTX 5050, 16GB DDR5, 165Hz, This ASUS Gaming Laptop Costs Less Than a MacBook at Near Record Low Gizmodo
 
OpenAI launches a limited preview of GPT-5.6 for a 'small group of trusted partners' - Engadget Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:23:40 GMT
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 comes in three variants, including its most powerful and its most affordable models yet.
 
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Saturday, June 27 - CNET Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:20:00 GMT
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 27.
 
The 28 Best Deals Under $100 Before Prime Day Ends - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:59:29 GMT
Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.
 
Trump Administration Allows Anthropic to Release Mythos to Select US Organizations - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:26:14 GMT
After weeks of negotiations, the White House permitted Anthropic to grant access to its most advanced AI model to a select group of US companies and government agencies.
 
17 Last Minute Prime Day Apple Deals on iPads, Macs, and More - Wired Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:52 GMT
Despite the surprise price increases to iPads and Macs, there are some fantastic Prime Day deals still left to shop.
 
Universal Is Skipping Influencer Screenings for ‘The Odyssey.’ Film Critics Are Thrilled - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:15:28 GMT
With discourse about Christopher Nolan’s epic already raging, first viewer reactions will come from mainstream press, not content creators. Some critics are gloating over this break from the norm.
 
South Korea plans to train entire military as "drone warriors" - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:19:05 GMT
Half-million strong military will train on drones as “universal combat tool.”
 
Prime Day Deal 2026: Fellow Espresso Series 1 Is $200 Off - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:04:47 GMT
This is the last day for deals on Fellow Series 1 espresso machine, Fellow Aiden, and Fellow Stagg kettle. Each is the best in their category.
 
Best Prime Day Vacuum Deals Offer Up to 42% Off (2026): Shark, Dyson, Bissell - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Move over, spring cleaning. These vacuum deals will give your home the cleanest summer yet thanks to Amazon Prime Day.
 
Which game made you a gamer, and what technology made you a lifelong enthusiast? - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:53:00 GMT

Most of us weren't born tech enthusiasts. Somewhere along the way, a game, a gadget, a PC upgrade, or a new technology grabbed our attention and we never really let go.

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Doctors suspected man had brain cancer. He actually had worms. - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:43:57 GMT
His doctors went looking for cancer, then they saw the worms' heads.
 
The Best Prime Day Laptop Deals on My Personal Favorites - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT
From MacBooks to gaming laptops, these are the very best deals on some of my very favorite laptops for Amazon Prime Day.
 
Streaming services’ obnoxiously loud ads become illegal on July 1 in California - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:12:07 GMT
Illinois passed a similar law, giving services more incentive to make ads less booming.
 
How People in China Keep Outsmarting Anthropic’s Geolocation Restrictions - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:02:54 GMT
As Anthropic tightens restrictions on access to Claude in China, users keep finding new workarounds, from proxy services to fake identities sourced on Telegram.
 
Samsung’s Excellent OLED Monitors Are Up to 36 Percent Off for Prime Day - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:02:31 GMT
Samsung makes some of the very best OLED gaming monitors, and they’ve never been this affordable.
 
Russian citizens told "switch to Android" after Apple blocks key Russian apps - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:58:02 GMT
Russian government lashes out at Apple's "bizarre" decisions.
 
Best Ninja Prime Day Deals (2026) Slushi, Creami, Crispi, Cafe Luxe - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:55:48 GMT
Ninja Creami Swirl, Crispi, Slushi, and Cafe Luxe Pro are all on Prime Day deals that will soon go away.
 
NYT slams Microsoft for building copyright-infringing supercomputer for OpenAI - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:04:55 GMT
NYT shifts OpenAI/Microsoft copyright claims after SCOTUS ruling against Sony.
 
10 Best Prime Day Streaming Deals, Including Half Off Apple TV (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:55:18 GMT
Prime Day isn’t just about cheap TVs. It’s also about cheap stuff to watch on your cheap TV.
 
FCC accused of hiding Chairman Carr's messages with DOGE and Musk - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:51:04 GMT
FCC refuses to provide messages, has "wasted a year" of court's time, filing says.
 
How to See the Giant Asteroid That Will Pass by Earth This Weekend - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:45:16 GMT
The asteroid will be visible for several nights from different parts of the world. We’ll tell you when and where to look, and what equipment you’ll need to spot it.
 
Netflix now requires every user profile to be tied to unique email address - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:58 GMT
Update began June 15 and will no longer allow you to share your login info.
 
I'm Adding These Bose Headphones to My Prime Day Cart (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:16:58 GMT
Bose headphones are already one of our favorites for comfort, sound, and noise canceling. Now they’re cheaper.
 
The Prime Day MacBook Deals I Recommend (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:07:38 GMT
Apple has warned about MacBook prices rising, making these Prime Day deals even more worthwhile to consider.
 
Antibiotic "megacluster" discovery provides new strategy to fight superbugs - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:46:07 GMT
It's "an exciting advance in efforts to restock the antibiotic arsenal."
 
I Just Saw That Eufy’s Floodlight Security Camera Is Cheaper Than Ever (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:23:59 GMT
If you want to beef up your home security this Prime Day, Eufy’s Floodlight Camera is a great way to do it.
 
OpenAI Has New AI Models. Here’s Why You Can’t Use Them - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:05:40 GMT
The White House asked OpenAI to delay the rollout of its GPT-5.6 AI models, two weeks after Anthropic had to take its most advanced AI models offline.
 
European Commission moves to designate Amazon and Microsoft as cloud gatekeepers - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:46:00 GMT

Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure are now so important to Europe's digital economy that they may be required to comply with additional rules when doing business with customers in the EU. Otherwise, they could face hefty fines.

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The Pentagon Is Looking Into the Dialog Data Exposure for Unmasking National Security Officials - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:30:33 GMT
Exposed records from the private group included the personal information of a senior White House intelligence official and an active-duty special operations officer.
 
Ars Live: What's the latest in the aftermath of the New Glenn catastrophe? - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:24:59 GMT
Join us on the livestream at 1 pm ET and ask questions about the aftermath of New Glenn.
 
27 Best Prime Day Beauty Deals of 2026 (We Sifted Through Hundreds to Pick Them) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:17:20 GMT
It wouldn't be Amazon Prime Day without some beauty deals. Here's a roundup of all our favorites.
 
David Autor named head of the Department of Economics - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 1999, Autor is a leading researcher in artificial intelligence and the work of the future.
 
I Found the Best Prime Day Pixel Buds Deals: 2a, Pro (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:58:48 GMT
Google Pixel Buds are steeply on sale, presumably only through the end of the day.
 
Prime Day’s Best Handheld Fan Deals, Up to 20% Off, Are About to Disappear (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:56:39 GMT
These are the best last-minute Prime Day discounts on handheld fans, from $10 budget buys to Shark’s high-tech ChillPill.
 
The US Is About to Deport an Immigrant to the Center of the Ebola Crisis - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:49 GMT
Edward Nalwamba is a 78-year-old retired pastor whose health has rapidly declined while in detention, his attorney says.
 
Bungie cuts nearly 300 jobs as Destiny 2 winds down and Marathon takes center stage - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:25:00 GMT

For years, Bungie kept Destiny 2 online with a big technical footprint, from backend systems for progression and matchmaking to tools for live events and constant content updates. Now, with that pipeline winding down and new games still in early incubation, the studio is cutting back the team that supports...

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Get $145 Off the Best Mesh Router This Prime Day 2026 - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:18:06 GMT
Do you crave speedy, reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home? Snag one of these Prime Day router or mesh deals.
 
VW may close four factories to adapt to the future, report says - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:10:03 GMT
With falling sales in the US and especially China, VW Group wants to restructure.
 
22 Best Prime Day Fitness Tech Deals (2026) Up to $250 Off - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:07:11 GMT
I've compiled a list of the best fitness tech deals this Amazon Prime Day, including smartwatches, walking pads, and recovery gear. You can thank me later.
 
HPE is quietly pivoting from servers to networking, and Cisco should be paying attention - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:02:00 GMT

Taking an established company in a new direction is always a challenging task. Doing so in the midst of one of the biggest evolutions the tech industry has witnessed, even more so.

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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.
 
Antenna array could provide protected tactical satellite communications in low-Earth orbit - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The prototype array uses a small, lightweight, low-power, and low-cost aperture.
 
Europe Is Fed Up and Wants Its Own AI - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
It's a stretch to think that the continent can build a top-tier model, but it has an advantage: Donald Trump.
 
Feedbacks upon feedbacks: Rock weathering and the climate - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:41:18 GMT
Rock weathering may release or draw down carbon dioxide—it depends on the rock.
 
Get Off Grid in Style Thanks to This Device—On Sale for Prime Day (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:30:17 GMT
Pick up this deal on Jackery’s most portable battery and power up your adventures wherever they take you.
 
Hollywood Thrives on ‘Rabid’ Fans. For Publicists, They’re a Nightmare - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:28:38 GMT
A scuffle between stan account Club Chalamet and another Heated Rivalry die-hard shines a light on how parasocial fans are a publicist’s greatest asset—and liability.
 
Students from across the Northeast step inside MIT.nano’s cleanroom - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
A hands-on boot camp teaches integrated photonics to community and four-year college students in the region.
 
2026 Prime Day Deals: 20% off NOCO and Wolfbox Jump-Starters - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:56:22 GMT
If you don't know you need a jump starter, it’s a sign you really, really need a jump-starter. NOCO and Wolfbox are the best ones.
 
My Family Loves Board Games—Here Are the 12 I’d Buy On Sale During Prime Day (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:41:13 GMT
Looking for family fun this summer? You need these WIRED-recommended Prime Day board game deals.
 
The third Xbox price hike in 15 months raises all models by at least $100 - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:36:00 GMT

Mere days after reports of mass layoffs at Microsoft-owned game development studios, things have gone from bad to worse for Xbox. In a few weeks, the company's game consoles will receive their highest-ever price increases, marking the third round in barely over a year.

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SpaceX plans to launch Starlink mobile service in the US - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:22:59 GMT
Move would test whether group can turn ambition into a mass-market phone business.
 
Ford learned the hard way that AI can't replace experienced engineers - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:08:00 GMT

It is a shift that comes as Ford returns to the top of J.D. Power's initial quality rankings among mainstream brands. The improvement reflects changes not only in its processes but also in how the company uses AI – and where it draws the line between automation and human expertise.

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LLMs help robots understand vague instructions and focus on key details - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
To help robots do chores in places like homes and factories, a new approach from MIT uses one language model to clarify users’ instructions, then another to ignore irrelevant info.
 
Past participants are now the leaders of MIT’s dynaMIT Club - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
How the program's biggest fans came full circle and took the helm.
 
Polymarket says it will refund users after hackers drained close to $3 million from wallets - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:24:00 GMT

The prediction market platform said the incident took place on Thursday morning and affected a "small number of users."

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23 Walmart Deals We Like Better Than That Other Sale Happening Right Now - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:50:08 GMT
Welcome to Walmart deals for folks who’d rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.
 
IBM unveils sub-1-nanometer chip architecture that stacks 100 billion transistors onto a fingernail-sized processor - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Rather than continuing to shrink components along a flat plane, IBM is stacking transistors vertically. That change comes as semiconductor designers run up against the physical limits of traditional scaling, making further miniaturization increasingly difficult and less efficient.

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Rocket Report: China may soon attempt booster landing; Rocket Lab does rapid response - ArsTechnica Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:59 GMT
Is SpaceX planning to end its Transporter program?
 
Which MacBook to Buy (2026): Neo, Air, or Pro? - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
After testing each of the MacBooks myself, here's my honest advice on which is right for you.
 
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner's Island Resort Could Bring Down Albania’s Prime Minister - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
What began as a “flamingo revolution” to protest the $1.4 billion development on Sazan Island has spiraled into mass protests against a ruling party that thousands now want out.
 
We're Tracking the Final Hours of Amazon Prime Day Deals Live - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:54:18 GMT
It's Day Four. Somehow it's still Prime Day. The deals are live. The deals are wild. The deals are almost feral. We are still here in the trenches digging up the deals and trends.
 
Should You Buy Your Kid a 3D Printer? What to Know and Consider (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:31:00 GMT
Kids love 3D printers almost as much as K-Pop Demon Hunters. Just give in and get one.
 
The Gooner Music Video Boom Is Here - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Porn music videos have circulated on the fringes of the internet for years. Featuring everything from narrative-driven stories to hypnosis, they are proliferating across X as “bate fuel” for gooners.
 
Valve quietly changes Steam Machine's 4K/60fps claim after performance criticism - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:19:00 GMT

Beyond that painful price and restrictive hardware, Valve's claim about 4K/60fps gaming was another Steam Machine element that's come in for heavy criticism. It's now led to Valve altering the language and listing FSR 4.1 by name – the first time the company has publicly confirmed support for the latest...

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I Found The Best Amazon Prime Day Headphone Deals (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:17:23 GMT
From AirPods to on-ears, we’ve tested hundreds of pairs of headphones. Here are the best deals from Amazon’s biggest sale event.
 
How Qatar Became FIFA’s Technology Test Lab - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Qatar has become the place where FIFA experiments with the next generation of football technology. The results are already visible across this year’s World Cup.
 
Best Prime Day Tech Deals Offer Up to $280 Off (2026): Phones, Watches, and More - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:17:04 GMT
Don't pay full price—snag one of these tasty Prime Day tech deals on some of our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets.
 
My Favorite Coolers Are on Sale for Prime Day: Yeti, Igloo, Ninja, and More (2026) - Wired Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:14:48 GMT
We’ve been testing coolers for years, and our top picks are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
 
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.
 
Windows 10's free security updates now extend to October 2027 - TechSpot Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:55:00 GMT

Microsoft's support page explaining how to continue receiving security updates on Windows 10 now states that the company will continue providing patches through October 12, 2027 – a change made without a formal announcement. The update gives Windows 10 users exactly one additional year to decide whether to upgrade to...

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Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:24:09 GMT
About a quarter of PCs are still running Microsoft's previous operating system.
 
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:01:08 GMT
Carr cites screen time concerns, is accused of trying to be "the nation’s parent."
 
Notion killing Skiff-influenced email app since most users use AI agents instead - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:04:57 GMT
Notion is "going all in on using agents to run your inbox."
 
Google finally releases a Finance Android app, promises iOS version later in 2026 - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:38:51 GMT
It took 20 years, but the Finance app arrives just in time to be packed full of AI.
 
Game designer Sandy Petersen recalls how Quake's development "broke" id Software - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:14:00 GMT

id Software and GT Interactive released Quake in 1996, marking a significant evolution in the first-person shooter genre just three years after Doom. Sandy Petersen, one of the studio's original designers from the Doom era, said that developing the first "true" 3D FPS took a heavy toll on the team.

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Anthropic says Alibaba must be punished for largest Claude cloning attack - ArsTechnica Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:01:48 GMT
Alibaba allegedly used 25,000 accounts to mine Claude over 28.8 million exchanges.
 
Anthropic accuses China's Alibaba of stealing Claude's AI capabilities - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:31:00 GMT

In a letter sent to Senators Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren on June 10, Anthropic accused the Chinese tech giant of carrying out what it described as the largest recorded corporate espionage campaign against the company. It alleged that Alibaba sought to illicitly extract Claude's capabilities in order to train...

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Micron CEO expects memory shortages to stretch beyond 2027 as AI spending surges - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:49:00 GMT

"We expect tight conditions to persist beyond calendar 2027 as a result of AI-driven demand across all segments coupled with structural supply constraints," CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said in the report.

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Qualcomm unveils sweeping AI infrastructure strategy to take on Nvidia in the data center - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:23:00 GMT

Given the incredible explosion of interest in AI infrastructure and the chips that power them, it's no surprise that virtually every semiconductor company has been talking about how their offerings are an important part of the overall AI computing story.

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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.
 
France's video game union is striking all summer as more than 1,000 workers lose their jobs - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:42:00 GMT

The French video game industry is in a critical state, and the STJV has called on workers to join a strike against studio executives and what it describes as irresponsible management practices. The union recently announced a new national strike on June 25, 2026, one month after a previous action....

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All MacBooks and iPads just got $200 or more expensive – iPhones are the last holdout - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:05:00 GMT

Following last week's announcement from Cook that Apple wasn't totally immune to the AI-driven memory crisis driving up costs, Apple has now revealed new prices for many products.

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The creators of Tetris and the Rubik's Cube just unveiled a puzzle that combines both - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:23:00 GMT

Tetris creator Alexei Pajitnov and Rubik's Cube inventor Erno Rubik had never met before December 2025. In a recently shared video from Japanese toymaker MegaHouse, the two legendary designers discuss their creations and examine the first collaboration between the Tetris and Rubik's Cube brands.

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Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
White House warms to Anthropic after replacing "weirdo" Dario Amodei in talks - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:41:00 GMT

Anthropic's negotiations with the Trump administration over the sudden Fable 5 and Mythos 5 ban are reportedly improving after CEO Dario Amodei stopped taking part directly.

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OpenAI debuts Jalapeño, its first custom AI chip to cut ChatGPT costs and reduce Nvidia dependency - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:06:00 GMT

By designing a chip around how tokens move through transformer architectures, OpenAI is trying to shift away from its heavy dependence on Nvidia hardware and toward a stack it controls end-to-end.

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REI pulls AI-generated bike ad after Meta turns it into a two-handlebar monstrosity - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:38:00 GMT

As you can see in the post below, REI's promotional ad for the Van Rysel EDR AF bike appears to show too many chains, blurry lettering, and the unique feature of dual front and rear handlebars.

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The Halo remake launches July 28 with new missions, four-player co-op, and Unreal Engine 5 visuals - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:51:00 GMT

Microsoft has spent the past few weeks showing off the drastic changes it has made to Halo: Combat Evolved's lighting, characters, environments, textures, and other visual elements. However, instead of creating a remake that lines up perfectly with the original, Halo Studios decided to remix certain gameplay elements and add...

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Nvidia's banned AI servers are selling for $1.1 million on China's black market - TechSpot Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:06:00 GMT

The US has restricted the export of Nvidia's most powerful AI chips to China since 2022 over fears that they could be used for military purposes.

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Improving the speed and energy-efficiency of AI agents - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new system, known as Murakkab, optimizes the design and deployment of multistep workflows that power AI applications.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
What happens when environmental change outpaces life’s ability to adapt? - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new model links Earth’s mass extinctions to mismatches between rates of environmental change and biological adaptation.
 
Computer model could enable bridges and buildings that use less material - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed an approach for generating more buildable structures, bridging the gap between optimized design and real-world construction.
 
Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:01 GMT
Apple design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27. These include:
 
Exploring the societal impacts of AI - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:40:00 GMT
During the AI and Society Forum, leading MIT researchers examined critical questions about AI’s influence on employment and democracy.
 
New chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers combined an efficient algorithm with dedicated hardware to rapidly generate 3D maps for navigation using minimal memory and power.
 
A better way to model the behavior of metal alloys - MIT Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach captures subtle atomic patterns, improving predictions of material properties.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:54 GMT
Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Technology Commission. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Changes to iOS in Brazil - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:05 GMT
As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning with iOS 26.5, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
“We can’t ship goods without functioning ports” - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
PhD student Chelsea Mitchell studies the economic forces that shape shipping ports and their ability to support global supply chains.
 
MIT in the media: For the future of tech, "Massachusetts can absolutely lead" - MIT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Leaders, faculty across MIT discuss fostering innovation and talent in Greater Boston in special series of articles published alongside the outlet's annual list of 'Tech Power Players'
 
QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2026-27 - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 GMT
Ranking at the top for the 15th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 12 subject areas.
 
Susan Solomon named 2026 Tang Prize laureate - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The MIT professor’s groundbreaking work on atmospheric chemistry helped lay steps towards recovery of the ozone layer and demonstrated the lasting impacts of carbon emissions on Earth’s climate.
 
Flexible cryogenic cables solve a challenge in quantum system development - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:35:00 GMT
A prototype wiring system for dilution refrigerators could advance the realization of practical quantum computers.
 
Could AI tell you where you left your keys? - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new spatial memory system for robots efficiently captures details about the objects they see while exploring their environment.
 
MIT’s Initiative for New Manufacturing builds momentum - MIT Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
In its first year, INM has worked across research, workforce development, and industry engagement to help accelerate new manufacturing technologies and their real-world deployment.
 
New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email - Apple Developer Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:28 GMT
Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.
 
How to create distinguishable states for quantum systems - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Researchers establish key insights for reading and writing information for quantum sensing, communication, computing, and control.
 
A tiny ingestible sensor can measure temperature from inside the body - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.
 
Fact Sheet: Supporting MIT’s Jewish Community - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT
 
MIT engineers find a way to deliver drugs directly to the esophagus - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Their new gel-like drug formulation can coat the esophageal lining and release drugs that could help treat inflammatory conditions affecting the esophagus.
 
The long history of vaccine hesitancy - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Thomas Levenson’s new book shows how arguments against vaccination reach back to the beginning of the technology itself.
 
Jinhua Zhao named head of the Department of Urban Studies and Planning - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:20:00 GMT
An expert in behavioral science and transportation, Zhao combines these studies with AI and public policy to address some of the most urgent challenges facing cities.
 
WWDC26 survey - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:32 GMT
Share your thoughts on this year’s conference.
 
New imaging system sees through murky waters - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “Sonar-MASt3R” combines sonar and visual data to create real-time 3D maps, even in cloudy water.
 
Would you return a favor? Scientists say it depends on the relationship - MIT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study shows people expect reciprocal generosity only in interactions with friends or others of equal social status.
 
Pablo Jarillo-Herrero wins Kavli Prize in Nanoscience - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
The MIT physicist shares the honor with two others for foundational research establishing the field of twistronics.
 
Augmented reality system could make medical ultrasounds easier to interpret - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers have designed an ultrasound system that creates a real-time 3D representation of the object being imaged.
 
Startup’s nuclear-inspired cooling system could make data centers more sustainable - MIT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Founded by two researchers from MIT, Ferveret reduces the amount of energy and water required to cool the chips that power AI.
 
Chris Zegras appointed director and CEO of the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 GMT
The professor of mobility and urban planning will lead MIT’s research enterprise in Singapore.
 
3D-printed devices could streamline the production of drug-delivery microparticles - MIT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The cost-effective devices, which can be built in hours, leverage electrospray emitter technology to efficiently produce three-layered particles at scale.
 
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.
 
MIT astronomers discover the earliest known flickering quasar - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
When the universe was just 850 million years old, this voracious black hole was already surprisingly mature, a new study finds.
 
Improving the performance of high-power electronics - MIT Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By using a thin layer of diamond to manage excessive heat, researchers can boost the speed and energy-efficiency of next-generation wireless devices.
 
Startup helps retailers track their products in real-time - MIT Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Using technology invented at MIT, Cartesian’s system for locating objects could also find uses in manufacturing, logistics, and robotics.
 
Research from the ground up - MIT Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A leading innovator in community-based archaeology, Professor Sonya Atalay works to link local know-how with academic inquiry across the globe.
 
A new vaccine adjuvant could make it easier to eradicate polio - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
The adjuvant can help the injectable polio vaccine induce a strong immune response in the GI tract, which is considered critical to eradicating the virus.
 
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.
 
MIT chemists design impact-resistant plastics - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Introducing weaker bonds into polystyrene and rubber helps these materials dissipate energy, making them more resistant to destructive forces.
 
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.
 
MIT researchers teach AI models to interpret charts - MIT Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new ChartNet training dataset could improve the accuracy of vision-language models that help analyze business trends or interpret scientific figures.
 
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.
 
Ultrasound-based pacemaker noninvasively steadies the heart - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new design could offer a surgery-free alternative to traditional cardiac implants.
 
A plan to preserve wetlands without stopping development - MIT Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Study shows the tradeoff between conservation and growth is less stark with a locally adjusted policy featuring both tradeable offsets and taxes.
 
New propulsion system could make tiny satellites both fast and fuel-efficient - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT
For satellites as small as a briefcase, getting around in space just got a whole lot easier.
 
Enzymes that assemble into droplets can speed up cellular reactions - MIT Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT biologists find highly concentrated droplets can help cells keep enzymes organized and control growth signals.
 
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.
 
Photos: The Class of 2026 turns the page - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Family, friends, at least one beloved pet celebrated with the new graduates during three joyful days of Commencement exercises.
 
Alejandro Aravena urges School of Architecture and Planning graduates to lead with kindness, honor the truth - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 18:40:00 GMT
“All of us need to feel we are valuable,” says the SA+P Commencement speaker, a Chilean architect and Pritzker Prize winner.
 
Scene at MIT: A nanoscientist graduates with her very good boy - MIT Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Vinny, an unofficial member of the Strano Lab at MIT, dressed up to celebrate Commencement alongside his human, Michelle Quien PhD ’26.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 26 May 2026 18:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam - Apple Developer Thu, 21 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT
Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple developers across the community.
 
Coming bright up - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:22 GMT
Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.
 
Hello Developer: May 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:26 GMT
A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if your organization holds the paid membership, creating your own free account gives you direct access to downloads and support resources.
 
Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability - Apple Developer Fri, 08 May 2026 16:30:46 GMT
Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). If any of your apps include these features (indicated by selecting “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect), you’ll need to provide this license. Keep in mind that answering “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire will set your Brazil age rating to A18.
 
To those who build community - Apple Developer Tue, 05 May 2026 00:31:09 GMT
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community.
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.
 
Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: August 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.
 
Updated age ratings in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating questions to help identify sensitive content in your app and added the ability to set a higher rating to reflect your app’s minimum age requirement. Ratings for all apps and games on the App Store have been automatically updated to align with this new system and will be reflected on Apple devices running beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26.
 
New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps - Apple Developer Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:43 GMT
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with 64-bit code.
 
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here - Apple Developer Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:00:15 GMT
Apple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.
 
Updates for apps in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:24:33 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
HELLO DEVELOPER
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.