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John Deere Classic 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch, Stream All the PGA Golf Action From Anywhere - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:09 GMT
The tour heads to Illinois with Brian Campbell looking to defend his title.
 
Physical Games Are Going Away, but Call of Duty Is Coming to PlayStation Plus in July. That's Nice, Right? - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:53:01 GMT
Sony is bringing Modern Warfare 3, For the King 2 and more to all PS Plus subscribers in July.
 
Lime's shares closed up 4% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, valuing the company at ~$1.7B, after Lime and existing stockholders raised ~$174M in its US IPO (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:50:01 GMT

Reuters:
Lime's shares closed up 4% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, valuing the company at ~$1.7B, after Lime and existing stockholders raised ~$174M in its US IPO — Uber-backed (UBER.N) Lime's (LIME.O) shares rose 4% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, signaling robust investor confidence …

 
The 27 Best Gaming Gifts of 2026 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:49:00 GMT
From controllers and gaming keyboards to headphones and consoles, here are the top gifts to surprise the gamer in your life.
 
Mexico’s Victory Over Ecuador Made the Ground Shake. Was It an Artificial Earthquake? - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:34:03 GMT
Fans’ euphoric reactions to the Mexican national team’s recent victory in the 2026 World Cup caused a series of unusual vibrations that were detected by seismic warning systems.
 
Sources: Apple is working on new iPad Pros and an entry-level 14" MacBook Pro with a new design in line with the upcoming touch-screen laptops for H1 2027 (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:26:25 GMT

Mark Gurman / Bloomberg:
Sources: Apple is working on new iPad Pros and an entry-level 14" MacBook Pro with a new design in line with the upcoming touch-screen laptops for H1 2027 — Apple Inc. is preparing an upgraded iPad Pro line and a redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro for next year, adding to a slate of several …

 
T-Mobile moving tens of thousands of virtual machines off VMware amid lawsuit - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:21:21 GMT
T-Mobile wants Broadcom to keep supporting its VMware perpetual licenses.
 
56% of US Adults Would Support a Social Media Ban for Teens - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:15:59 GMT
The new survey comes amid a campaign for governments to keep kids off social media.
 
Apple's Hide My Email may not be hiding anything - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:57:11 GMT
A vulnerability can reportedly connect real email addresses to anonymous ones.
 
Alibaba and its US payment processor AUS agree to pay $600M to resolve DOJ allegations that they failed to prevent illegal sales of drugs and other products (Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:55:01 GMT

Reuters:
Alibaba and its US payment processor AUS agree to pay $600M to resolve DOJ allegations that they failed to prevent illegal sales of drugs and other products — Chinese technology and e-commerce giant Alibaba (9988.HK) and its U.S.-based payment processor have agreed to pay $600 million …

 
Meta Limits the Usage of an AI Glasses Feature, Even if You Pay for a $20 Subscription - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:49:55 GMT
Free users will get just three hours a month of conversation focus, which amplifies the speech of the person you're talking to.
 
Xbox Experiment Could Accelerate End of Physical Game Discs - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:44:26 GMT
It might not be much longer before gamers cannot find physical versions of new games.
 
Expect Extreme Heat to Continue Through This Weekend. Here's How to Stay Safe - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:43:46 GMT
Plan safe indoor activities for the holiday weekend ahead. Heat indices could reach over 110 degrees in some areas.
 
Sources: SoftBank has reopened talks for a $10B loan backed by its OpenAI stake and is offering to guarantee repayment if OpenAI collateral proves insufficient (Echo Wang/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:40:03 GMT

Echo Wang / Reuters:
Sources: SoftBank has reopened talks for a $10B loan backed by its OpenAI stake and is offering to guarantee repayment if OpenAI collateral proves insufficient — SoftBank Group has reopened talks with a consortium of lenders for a $10 billion loan backed by its stake in OpenAI …

 
Xbox is reportedly considering dropping disc drives as it tests new feature that lets players digitize physical games - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:35:19 GMT
  1. Xbox is reportedly considering dropping disc drives as it tests new feature that lets players digitize physical games GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Xbox testing disc-to-digital feature that digitizes a physical game collection The Verge
  3. Xbox Is Reportedly Testing A Way To Digitize Your Disc-Based Games Engadget
  4. Xbox Experiment Could Accelerate End of Physical Game Discs CNET
  5. New details emerge on Xbox 'Positron', Microsoft's disc-to-digital program — as it seems likely Xbox Helix will drop discs too Windows Central
 
MIT in the media: Innovating and educating for the next 250 years of America - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
During a "Washington Post Live" panel discussion with ASU President Michael Crow, President Sally Kornbluth explored how universities are preparing the next generation of scientists to lead in America’s rapidly changing technological landscape.
 
Goose, a New Gay Dating App, Appears to Be a Psyop - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:28:57 GMT
Touted as a less-hookup-focused Grindr, Goose is an invite-only space for gay men. The problem is the people promoting it don’t seem real.
 
Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 for Pixel - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:17:00 GMT
  1. Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 for Pixel 9to5Google
  2. Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 [Gallery] 9to5Google
  3. Google is working to bring a beloved iPhone wallpaper feature to Pixels Android Authority
  4. Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 Update For Pixel Phones Just Dropped Droid Life
  5. Vanishing widgets and more get fixed in Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5 for Pixels Yahoo Tech
 
Report suggests SpaceX is testing a handheld AI device, Musk says it's 'utterly false' - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:09:31 GMT
A rumored SpaceX device could offer a way to access xAI's models without having to use a smartphone.
 
Rumor: Metroid Ravenous leaked for Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Everything - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:01:25 GMT
  1. Rumor: Metroid Ravenous leaked for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Everything
  2. RUMOR: Metroid Ravenous revealed for Switch 2 by ratings leak GoNintendo
  3. Metroid Ravenous by Nintendo Rated in Brazil VGChartz
  4. New Metroid Game For Nintendo Switch 2 Appears Online Insider Gaming
  5. Metroid Ravenous Rated by Brazilian Censors ixbt.games
 
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for July 2, #647 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:01:08 GMT
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for July 2, No. 647.
 
July's Biggest Premieres on Hulu Include 'They Fight,' Twisty Crime Thriller 'Furious' and More - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:01:07 GMT
There's no shortage of big shows and movies this month on Hulu.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 2 #851 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:01:06 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 2 No. 851.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 2, #1839 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:01:05 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 2, No. 1,839.
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 2, #1117 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:47 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 2, No. 1,117.
 
Positioning Without Satellites Or Base Stations - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:06 GMT
We’re all used to satellite navigation systems such as GPS or GLONASS, sheer magic in which the combination of a set of reference transmitters and super-accurate timing information can be …read more
 
NASA chief praises progress Blue Origin is making after launch failure - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:57:36 GMT
"We've got time into 2027 before we're getting nervous."
 
Alex Karp calls US reliance on AI labs for military tech "effing insane", pans AI fees for businesses, and touts Palantir's Nvidia Nemotron deal for US agencies (Ty Roush/Forbes) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:50:02 GMT

Ty Roush / Forbes:
Alex Karp calls US reliance on AI labs for military tech “effing insane”, pans AI fees for businesses, and touts Palantir's Nvidia Nemotron deal for US agencies — Topline — Palantir CEO Alex Karp on Wednesday called the AI industry “effing insane” in a heated interview on CNBC …

 
Xbox is reportedly testing a way to digitize your disc-based games - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:49:27 GMT
Xbox may offer a way to preserve physical game purchases in an increasingly digital future.
 
An Explosion Knocked Out Anduril’s Rocket Motor Test Site in Mississippi - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:29:21 GMT
The incident could disrupt a key part of the defense company’s rocket motor business, which designs and tests prototype motors for military customers.
 
'Legally Blonde' Prequel 'Elle,' 'Ride or Die,' and More New Prime Video Releases We're Watching in July - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:15:51 GMT
Catch these titles -- plus a new season of Batman: Caped Crusader and much more -- this month.
 
US home battery installations hit record high on rising electricity costs - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:11:15 GMT
Record home battery installations unlock options for grids—and AI data centers.
 
Meta is reportedly building its own cloud business - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:04:07 GMT
Selling server infrastructure would put Meta in competition with Amazon and Google.
 
Former PlayStation exec says PC ports were about marketing, not money – and Sony's new leadership disagrees - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:03:00 GMT

Shawn Layden recently shared a few interesting insights about the now-concluded initiative focused on bringing original PlayStation games to PC. Layden suggested that bringing PlayStation games to another platform was essentially a marketing strategy rather than an attempt to generate significant additional revenue.

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Superworms could replace beetles for cleaning skeletal remains - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:59:21 GMT
An optimal ratio of 10-15 grams of larvae per gram of specimen minimized cleaning time with no bone damage.
 
SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:54:18 GMT
  1. SpaceX has an AI device prototype, and it sure sounds phone-ish TechCrunch
  2. Exclusive | SpaceX Showed Investors Prototype of Elon Musk’s New AI Device WSJ
  3. Musk denies WSJ report that SpaceX showed AI handset prototype before IPO Reuters
  4. Elon Musk Sends SpaceX Shares Lower With Two-Word AI Device Denial Yahoo Finance
  5. Musk Calls Reporting on SpaceX Prototype AI Device ‘Utterly False’ Forbes
 
Sony announces end of PlayStation discs, parts of digital store in the same day - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:41:49 GMT
“We will own nothing, it's truly sad.”
 
The Blood of Dawnwalker Quest Gameplay - IGN - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:34:32 GMT
The Blood of Dawnwalker Quest Gameplay IGN
 
FLOSS Weekly Episode 873: Wait, That’s Not Open Source! - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:10 GMT
This week Jonathan chats with Andy Gryc and Aaron Basset about QNX, and the interesting Open Source history and future of that embedded OS. Why does QNX Everywhere feel more …read more
 
Boleslaw Wyslouch steps down as director of Laboratory for Nuclear Science - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Wyslouch remains the director of the Bates Research and Engineering Center and will continue research on heavy ion collisions.
 
Future Hyundai and Kia cars might never need air fresheners thanks to UV tech - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Far-UVC could help rid future cars of odors.
 
Yui-Gi-Oh Tournament Postponed Because Players Were Too Smelly - Kotaku - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:29:22 GMT
  1. Yui-Gi-Oh Tournament Postponed Because Players Were Too Smelly Kotaku
  2. Oregon store suspends Yu-Gi-Oh tournaments due to hygiene concerns upi.com
  3. Oregon store pauses Yu-Gi-Oh! card game competitions after complaints about players’ hygiene The Independent
  4. 'You are Expected to be Clean' — Oregon Card Shop Suspends Yu-Gi-Oh Tournaments Due to Smelly Players IGN
  5. No shower, no go: Oregon card shop halts Yu‑Gi‑Oh tournaments over player hygiene complaints Malay Mail
 
A good little EV you won't be able to buy soon: The Volvo EX30 Cross Country - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:24:04 GMT
Tariffs and anti-China policies killed this little Volvo in the United States.
 
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 specs surface, Z Flip discontinuation rumors, Galaxy rollables may arrive in 2028 - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:20:00 GMT

Recent leaks suggest that the Z Fold 8 Ultra will be the flagship device in Samsung's foldable portfolio this year, while the regular Z Fold 8 will receive a complete design overhaul featuring a wider and shorter footprint to compete directly with Apple's rumored iPhone Fold. The company is currently...

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Sources: SpaceX showed investors a handset-like device prototype with AI tech from xAI, a proprietary OS, a Snapdragon chip, and a design slimmer than an iPhone (Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:13:01 GMT

Wall Street Journal:
Sources: SpaceX showed investors a handset-like device prototype with AI tech from xAI, a proprietary OS, a Snapdragon chip, and a design slimmer than an iPhone — The sleek, handset-like prototype was designed to integrate AI technology from SpaceX's xAI — Elon Musk's SpaceX has developed …

 
You Can Now Sound the Alarm on AI Behaving Badly - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:10:00 GMT
Are you worried your AI chatbot is trying to build a bomb or leak personal information about you? There’s a website for that.
 
Don't Waste Time Hunting for Fourth of July Deals. We'll Send the Best Ones to You - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:09:00 GMT
Our shopping experts track the biggest discounts and send the best finds directly to your phone before they're gone.
 
Sources: Microsoft has been working on a disc-to-digital feature for Xbox One and Xbox Series X that will let users digitize their physical game collections (Tom Warren/The Verge) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:05:01 GMT

Tom Warren / The Verge:
Sources: Microsoft has been working on a disc-to-digital feature for Xbox One and Xbox Series X that will let users digitize their physical game collections — Microsoft's disc-to-digital feature could be essential for next-gen Xbox consoles. … Microsoft will likely soon follow Sony …

 
Sony to end physical PlayStation game discs for new releases starting in 2028 - Fox Business - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:04:00 GMT
  1. Sony to end physical PlayStation game discs for new releases starting in 2028 Fox Business
  2. Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles PlayStation.Blog
  3. PlayStation is closing the book on physical games WBAL-TV
  4. Sony is killing discs — and showing us why it’s a terrible idea The Verge
  5. Sony to end discs for new PlayStation releases as gaming shifts online Reuters
 
Google launches Nano Banana 2 Lite for fast, low-cost AI image generation - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:46:00 GMT

Pricing is a key part of the model's positioning. Google says Nano Banana 2 Lite costs $0.034 per 1,000 images, a price intended to make large-scale image generation more routine and accessible. In practical terms, that combination of speed and low cost makes the model better suited for high-volume workloads than precision-focused applications.

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The 49 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:45:16 GMT
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.
 
Sony’s PlayStation Puts a Nail in Physical Media’s Coffin - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:38:12 GMT
Is PlayStation about to make the same mistake Microsoft made with Xbox One?
 
Best Standing Desks of 2026 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:32:00 GMT
Get the right standing desk for your space and health.
 
Best Desks of 2026: I’ve Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:12:00 GMT
Upgrade your office with the best desk of 2026.
 
Sony Phasing Out Physical Discs for PS5, Closes PS3 and PS Vita Stores - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:08:00 GMT
It's a major shift toward digital distribution.
 
VMAX VX2 Hub Review: A Single Motor With Dual-Motor Punch - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:06:00 GMT
Despite its understated design and single-motor setup, the VMAX VX2 Hub delivers acceleration and real-world performance that rival those of many dual-motor scooters, all while remaining surprisingly practical for everyday commuting.
 
Review: The Tanmatsu, A Year On - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:00:28 GMT
About 18 months ago, we brought you a sneak peek at a handheld that started life in the Dutch conference badge scene. At the time it showed promise, but its …read more
 
Ithaca's king defies the gods in final The Odyssey trailer - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:58:30 GMT
"You gods don't speak in ways we understand."
 
After spooking Trump into safety testing, Anthropic AI models get global release - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:44:18 GMT
US lifts curbs on Anthropic’s advanced Fable and Mythos models.
 
Subnautica 2 studio Unknown Worlds' CEO resigns as Krafton agrees to pay $250m bonus - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:38:14 GMT
  1. Subnautica 2 studio Unknown Worlds' CEO resigns as Krafton agrees to pay $250m bonus GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Krafton Agrees to Pay ‘Subnautica 2’ Bonuses as Developer’s CEO Resigns Bloomberg.com
  3. Subnautica 2 Developer's Entire Staff Get Their Bonuses After Krafton Agrees to Settlement, but CEO Steps Down IGN
  4. Krafton settles with Subnautica 2 developer after drawn-out dispute over $250 million The Verge
  5. Subnautica 2 legal battle ends with huge developer bonuses as studio's CEO steps down Polygon.com
 
NASA's Moon Base Update: All's Well Despite the Blue Origin New Glenn Explosion - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:35:09 GMT
The agency also said it was considering repurposing a Mars rover development model for use as a moon rover.
 
Sony will stop making physical PlayStation games starting in 2028 - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:34:00 GMT

From then on, new games will be sold on the PlayStation Store and at retailers in digital formats only.

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What's New on HBO Max in July 2026? 'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,' 'Lee Cronin's The Mummy' and More - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:30:11 GMT
Oh, and don't forget about the return of Shark Week.
 
Penalty Shootouts: Is the Team That Kicks First More Likely to Win? - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:28:25 GMT
Penalty kicks are already proving critical to big wins at this year’s World Cup. But the advantage in penalty kicks has more to do with psychological effects than who kicks first.
 
Visa, Mastercard and Coinbase have launched a new global stablecoin - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:24:00 GMT
A new stablecoin venture backed by some big financial institutions is launching.
 
Fufjilm launches special waterproof and black-and-white editions of its retro QuickSnap instant cameras - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:21:45 GMT
If you really want to get retro, Fujifilm is making some special editions of its classic instant camera.
 
Venice AI, which offers access to 200+ AI models while allowing users to retain their privacy, raised a $65M Series A led by Dragonfly at a $1B valuation (Ram Iyer/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:20:02 GMT

Ram Iyer / TechCrunch:
Venice AI, which offers access to 200+ AI models while allowing users to retain their privacy, raised a $65M Series A led by Dragonfly at a $1B valuation — Concerns over the impact of AI chatbots on mental health, personal safety, harassment, and disinformation have forced AI developers …

 
Google Chrome 150 rolls out with 382 security fixes - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:20:00 GMT
Chrome 150 is now available for Windows, macOS, and Linux with 382 security fixes, plus a number of bug fixes and stability improvements. Given the sheer volume of vulnerabilities addressed, this is an update users shouldn't put off.
 
Lawsuit Targets Samsung and Other Chipmakers Alleging DRAM Price Fixing - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:13:00 GMT
A proposed class action suit filed in California accuses Samsung, Micron and SK Hynix of deliberately inflating memory prices.
 
NASA inspector general suggests Boeing's Starliner will now be a decade late - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:11:39 GMT
Starliner's certification may be delayed to 2027, 10 years later than Boeing's original schedule.
 
Messy Subnautica 2 saga ends with Unknown Worlds CEO departing again - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:08:40 GMT
Thus ends the messy saga of Subnautica 2.
 
Anthropic Added a New Security Measure to Get Back Into the Trump Administration’s Good Graces - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
The government has removed restrictions on Anthropic’s Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models—but there were strings attached.
 
SpaceX offers half-price Starlink to Memphis residents while facing a lawsuit over data center's pollution - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:42:00 GMT

"Starlink is applying a service discount for our neighbors in the Memphis area," the company wrote in its announcement. It added that earlier this year, SpaceX acquired xAI (now SpaceXAI), which operates the Colossus data centers in Memphis and Southaven, Mississippi.

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Meta names Chief Marketing Officer Alex Schultz as its first-ever chief data officer, to manage AI analytics across the company, and names Denise Moreno as CMO (Sara Fischer/Axios) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:40:01 GMT

Sara Fischer / Axios:
Meta names Chief Marketing Officer Alex Schultz as its first-ever chief data officer, to manage AI analytics across the company, and names Denise Moreno as CMO — Meta has named its chief marketing officer, Alex Schultz, as its new chief data officer, Schultz told Axios.
 
Engineering Micro-Submarines to Replace Fish - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:30:24 GMT
Everybody loves aquariums. There’s something soothing about watching the lil’ critters inside them swimming, crawling and wriggling about. But at the same time few people are up to the task …read more
 
PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026 Announced - Push Square - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT
  1. PS Plus Essential Games for July 2026 Announced Push Square
  2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II, CrossCode PlayStation.Blog
  3. Physical Games Are Going Away, but Call of Duty Is Coming to PlayStation Plus in July. That's Nice, Right? CNET
  4. July's PS Plus PS5 & PS4 Games Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Kotaku
  5. Sony Confirms PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July 2026, Headlined by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 IGN
 
WinRAR 7.23 fixes bugs, jokes that users are finally paying for it - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:25:00 GMT
WinRAR 7.23 fixes two security vulnerabilities, updates its bundled 7-Zip extraction library, and makes a few command-line tweaks. The release notes also include a playful nod to the archiver's legendary "infinite" trial, thanking users who supposedly finally bought the software. It's mostly a joke-but the security patches alone make this update worth installing.
 
A space history mystery: What happened to the Viking arm used 50 years ago? - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:20:34 GMT
A timely tale about a 50-year-old robotic arm...
 
Best Business Laptop for 2026 - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:54:00 GMT
Check out our favorite Windows laptops and MacBooks for work, tested and reviewed by CNET's laptop experts.
 
The PlayStation Stores On PlayStation 3 And Vita Are Shutting Down - Game Informer - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:51:35 GMT
  1. The PlayStation Stores On PlayStation 3 And Vita Are Shutting Down Game Informer
  2. An update on PlayStation Store for PS3 and PS Vita PlayStation.Blog
  3. Sony is closing the PS3 and Vita digital stores The Verge
  4. Sony to close down PS3 and PS Vita online stores globally by July 2027 GamesIndustry.biz
  5. Sony Shutting Down PlayStation Store for New Purchases on PS3 and Vita, Beginning Next Month IGN
 
Uber dismissed two leaders at its AI data labeling business as part of a broader leadership transition at the unit, which it says is "seeing strong momentum" (Natalie Lung/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:50:02 GMT

Natalie Lung / Bloomberg:
Uber dismissed two leaders at its AI data labeling business as part of a broader leadership transition at the unit, which it says is “seeing strong momentum” — Uber Technologies Inc. has dismissed two tech leaders at its nascent AI data labeling business, shaking up a key division …

 
B2B sales workspace startup Aligned raised a $60M Series B led by PeakSpan Capital, taking its total funding to $73.8M, and says it has 1,000+ customers (Chris Metinko/Axios) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:40:01 GMT

Chris Metinko / Axios:
B2B sales workspace startup Aligned raised a $60M Series B led by PeakSpan Capital, taking its total funding to $73.8M, and says it has 1,000+ customers — Aligned, a sales workspace for B2B sellers, buyers, and AI agents, locked up a $60 million Series B, co-founder and CEO Gal Aga tells Axios Pro exclusively.
 
Steam Machine benchmarks show single RAM stick setup can cost up to 20% performance - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:31:00 GMT

Each retail unit ships with a single 16GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, a configuration Valve links to tight DDR5 supply. That single stick forces the Steam Machine into single-channel mode out of the box, instead of tapping the extra bandwidth dual-channel offers.

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Gemini Spark, Google’s agentic assistant, is now available on Mac - TechCrunch - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:20:19 GMT
  1. Gemini Spark, Google’s agentic assistant, is now available on Mac TechCrunch
  2. Gemini Spark updates: macOS launch, connected apps and more blog.google
  3. Google Gemini Spark Comes to Mac With Local File Automation MacRumors
  4. Gemini Spark Comes To Google's Gemini App For macOS Engadget
  5. Gemini Spark now supports 3rd-party apps, including MCP, adds real-time topic updates 9to5Google
 
Oxmiq, which aims to combine GPUs, CPUs, and a tensor engine into a single block of IP that it can license, raised $35M led by Samsung Catalyst Fund and Fudomo (Max A. Cherney/Reuters) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:10:01 GMT

Max A. Cherney / Reuters:
Oxmiq, which aims to combine GPUs, CPUs, and a tensor engine into a single block of IP that it can license, raised $35M led by Samsung Catalyst Fund and Fudomo — Artificial intelligence startup Oxmiq said on Wednesday it raised $35 million from investors in order to build chip design architecture …

 
Cinder City becomes the first PC game to recommend 64GB of RAM, and at the worst time - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:03:00 GMT

Games are getting bigger, more hardware-intensive, and less well-optimized. The end result is usually more high-end GPUs being required for "standard" gameplay, but Cinder City asks for just an RTX 4060 (8GB). What's unusual, however, is the staggering 64GB of RAM it recommends.

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Nintendo's Weird Rhythm Heaven Is My Song of the Summer - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:01:17 GMT
Commentary: The music rhythm game has returned, and I'm in love again
 
UDP Broadcasting and Easily Finding Network Services - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:57 GMT
Local area networks (LANs) that use technologies like Ethernet and Wi-Fi are incredibly useful for letting devices talk with each other. Yet a core problem here is knowing which devices …read more
 
DOOM: The Dark Ages Goes Supersonic With New DLC Chain Spear - XBOX Wire - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:26 GMT
  1. DOOM: The Dark Ages Goes Supersonic With New DLC Chain Spear XBOX Wire
  2. The Previews Are In For DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations DLC Pure Xbox
  3. DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations Interview — Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton on Spears, Secrets, and What Comes Next GamerBraves
  4. DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations: release date, gameplay and DLC features Sortir à Paris
  5. Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC Should Please Fans of Doom Eternal IGN
 
Best Wireless Home Security Cameras of 2026: Versatile Protection - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT
You can put a battery-powered security cam nearly anywhere. Here are the best models for your home.
 
CNET's Shopping Experts Handpicked the Best Deals You Can Score This Week - CNET Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:56:00 GMT
July 4th sales are around the corner, but these standout discounts on tech, home and everyday essentials are happening now.
 
Meta Is Slapping Subscriptions on Its Smart Glasses - Gizmodo - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:55:28 GMT
  1. Meta Is Slapping Subscriptions on Its Smart Glasses Gizmodo
  2. Meta is adding ridiculous ‘rate limits’ and a soft paywall to its smart glasses The Verge
  3. Meta adds $20 subscription to the Ray-Ban Meta's best accessibility feature Android Police
  4. Meta Limits the Usage of an AI Glasses Feature, Even if You Pay for a $20 Subscription CNET
  5. Meta slaps a premium subscription on an existing smart glasses feature 9to5Google
 
iPhone 18 Pro to offer only these three colors, per leaker - 9to5Mac - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:40:00 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro to offer only these three colors, per leaker 9to5Mac
  2. iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades AppleInsider
  3. The iPhone 18 Pro just leaked, and it might be the single biggest Apple leak since the iPhone 4 Creative Bloq
  4. Apple iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max Release Date: iOS 27 Signals September Schedule Forbes
  5. iPhone 18 Pro buyers may face an issue that even Apple won’t be able to solve for them PhoneArena
 
Sony will stop making disc-based PlayStation games starting 2028 - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:35:32 GMT
RIP to physical PlayStation discs.
 
AMD Zen 6 leak reveals third core type, corroborating rumored Sony handheld SoC codenamed Canis - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:33:00 GMT

A recent update on the Linux kernel patch mailing list, spotted by Phoronix, includes scant details about a previously unannounced "Low Power core type" for AMD processors. The description closely resembles Intel's low-power efficiency cores, suggesting that AMD's upcoming Zen 6 CPU lineup might introduce an equivalent.

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Plex vs Jellyfin vs Emby: Here's how the three media servers really compare - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT
Convenience costs you with Plex, but the alternatives require more work.
 
Abu Dhabi-based MGX raised a $49B AI-focused fund, exceeding its $45B target, and plans to deploy as much as $10B annually from the fund over the next few years (Dinesh Nair/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:25:01 GMT

Dinesh Nair / Bloomberg:
Abu Dhabi-based MGX raised a $49B AI-focused fund, exceeding its $45B target, and plans to deploy as much as $10B annually from the fund over the next few years — MGX has raised $49 billion for one of the biggest ever funds dedicated to artificial intelligence deals, propelling …

 
UK likely to intervene in Paramount takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:24:39 GMT
The acquisition was approved without concessions by the Department of Justice in June.
 
Letter: the US says Anthropic "agreed to proactively detect and address security risks" of Fable 5 and Mythos 5; a source says Anthropic developed a "safeguard" (Financial Times) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:20:01 GMT

Financial Times:
Letter: the US says Anthropic “agreed to proactively detect and address security risks” of Fable 5 and Mythos 5; a source says Anthropic developed a “safeguard” — US government move allows AI start-up to re-release Mythos and Fable models
 
Apple ‘Hide My Email’ Vulnerability Reveals Peoples’ Real Email Addresses - 404 Media - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:10:23 GMT
  1. Apple ‘Hide My Email’ Vulnerability Reveals Peoples’ Real Email Addresses 404 Media
  2. Apple’s ‘Hide My Email’ feature is reportedly leaking email addresses Mashable
  3. Apple's Hide My Email May Not Be Hiding Anything Engadget
  4. Apple's Hide My Email feature has a bug that's been exposing real email addresses, researcher claims TechCrunch
  5. Apple's 'Hide My Email' Reportedly Exposes Your Real Email Address Lifehacker
 
Sony says it will close the virtual PlayStation 3 store in select markets in 2026 before closing PS3 and PS Vita stores "in all other countries" in July 2027 (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge) - Techmeme Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:01:07 GMT

Jess Weatherbed / The Verge:
Sony says it will close the virtual PlayStation 3 store in select markets in 2026 before closing PS3 and PS Vita stores “in all other countries” in July 2027 — The virtual PS3 store will close in select markets this year, with global closures for PS3 and PS Vita following in 2027.
 
Motorola Phones Now Have a Built-In Travel eSIM for Mobile Data Outside the US - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Available in select markets thanks to a partnership with Gigs, Motorola phone owners have one less hurdle to clear when signing up for a data-only eSIM before traveling abroad.
 
Apple's fight with Epic over App Store fees reaches the Supreme Court - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:48:00 GMT

The justices have agreed to hear Apple's appeal against a lower-court ruling that found the company in contempt of a 2021 injunction from US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers.

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Rhythm Heaven Groove reviews roundup - Nintendo Everything - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:13:34 GMT
  1. Rhythm Heaven Groove reviews roundup Nintendo Everything
  2. 'Rhythm Heaven Groove' shows that the Switch 1 still has the juice Mashable
  3. Rhythm Heaven Groove Review - Technique Is Solid Game Informer
  4. Nintendo's Weird Rhythm Heaven Is My Song of the Summer CNET
  5. Nintendo’s weirdest series is a lot more normal on Switch 2 Polygon.com
 
UN report says policymakers are struggling to keep up with pace of AI development - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:03:36 GMT
UN panel says 'AI is neither inherently good nor bad,' but better safeguards around it are needed.
 
Anthropic's Fable 5 shutdown ends with tougher safeguards and federal approval - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The workaround exposed gaps in the model's guardrails. Fable, a public-facing version of Anthropic's more capable Mythos system, is designed with restrictions to prevent harmful uses, including assistance with cyberattacks. Those guardrails are critical for releasing the model publicly.

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The Best Automatic Litter Box of 2026: Petkit and Litter-Robot - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:38:00 GMT
With these high-tech automatic litter boxes, gone are the days of scooping and smells. Welcome to the future.
 
Mario Kart World 1.7.0 update out now, new Knockout Tour routes added - patch notes and trailer - Nintendo Everything - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:33:34 GMT
  1. Mario Kart World 1.7.0 update out now, new Knockout Tour routes added - patch notes and trailer Nintendo Everything
  2. Mario Kart World update adds two new routes to Knockout Tour and more nintendo.com
  3. Mario Kart World Update Adds New Knockout Tour Routes And Stickers For Photo Mode Game Informer
  4. Mario Kart World update adds new content players are delighted about Polygon.com
  5. Mario Kart World gets several new features with the free update 1.7.0 Instant Gaming News
 
More companies are rehiring workers they replaced with AI after automation fails to deliver - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT

It was reported last week that Ford was re-employing and promoting more than 350 veteran engineers. Because their often-undocumented experience was not captured in the datasets used to train the AI systems, Ford was running into knowledge gaps when it came to identifying and preventing issues.

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Getty Images is canceling its $3.7 billion Shutterstock merger due to UK restrictions - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:13:59 GMT
Getty Images has moved to terminate a $3.7 billion merger with rival Shutterstock due to restrictions imposed by UK regulators.
 
MMO shooter Cinder City may be the first PC game to recommend 64 GB of RAM - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:03:52 GMT
  1. MMO shooter Cinder City may be the first PC game to recommend 64 GB of RAM Video Games Chronicle
  2. NC Shares First Developer Preview for Open-World Sci-Fi TPS Cinder City MMORPG.com
  3. Cinder City’s Steam Page Is Out, and This May Be the First Game to Recommend a Staggering 64GB of RAM Wccftech
  4. NCsoft’s upcoming post-apoc shooter Cinder City, still on track for 2026, launches Steam page and new video Massively Overpowered
  5. CINDER CITY is The Division Meets Stellar Blade, With a PvE Twist Insider Gaming
 
Lectric XPress2 Review (2026): A Heavy-Duty but Nimble Ebike - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:02:00 GMT
This hefty but nimble and highly customizable ebike makes the journey as important as the destination. Get where you want, and have fun along the way.
 
Scientists find no link between Tylenol and autism, again, after Trump warning - ArsTechnica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:01:38 GMT
After Trump's claims, Tylenol usage dropped during pregnancies.
 
Terminus is a Text Only Phone Because Telephony is Dead Anyway - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:08 GMT
This may say more about us than the current state of the telephone network, but unless your Grandma is still kicking, how many phone calls do you take that are …read more
 
The cube was a lie: up close with our Dbrand Companion Cube before it gets destroyed - The Verge - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. The cube was a lie: up close with our Dbrand Companion Cube before it gets destroyed The Verge
  2. Dbrand's Companion Cube Case For The Steam Machine Was A Lie Engadget
  3. Valve threatens legal action against Dbrand over its unsanctioned Portal 2-inspired Companion Cube — edgy accessories manufacturer kills product after asking for licensing deal, admits it didn't have 'the right to make it' Tom's Hardware
  4. Companion Cube skin for Steam Machine is officially canceled and pre-orders are being refunded PC Guide
  5. Valve doesn’t let Dbrand’s coolest Steam Machine accessory leave the testing facility 9to5Google
 
Drive Slower, Save Money on Gas. Thanks, Physics! - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Planning a Fourth of July getaway? Use less gas—and cut your emissions—by easing up on the pedal.
 
Just About Anyone Can Sell You GLP-1s Online Now - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Welcome to the “Temu experience of telehealth,” where everyone from Grindr to MAGA influencers can open a virtual clinic selling weight loss drugs and more.
 
Intel Arc Pro B70 Tested: The Gaming GPU Intel Never Released - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:16:00 GMT
Intel never released the Arc B770, but the Arc Pro B70 may show us exactly what it would have looked like. We test Intel's workstation Battlemage GPU in 12 modern games.
 
BMW's X5 finally goes electric with an impressive 435 miles of range - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:06:48 GMT
BMW's X5 lineup finally has an electric option with impressive range.
 
Claude Helped a Hacker Find a Way to Issue Tickets to Almost Every US Music Festival - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A researcher found that using Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.7, he could break into the website of Front Gate—used by every festival from Lollapalooza to Bonnaroo—and freely issue any ticket he chose.
 
ESA clarifies views on private servers after saying Minecraft servers are ‘illegal’ and ‘considered piracy’ - Video Games Chronicle - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:53:30 GMT
  1. ESA clarifies views on private servers after saying Minecraft servers are ‘illegal’ and ‘considered piracy’ Video Games Chronicle
  2. US bill requiring paid games to be playable after they shut down has failed to pass a Senate vote Video Games Chronicle
  3. ESA Tries To Walk Back Calling Private and Community Servers Illegal TechRaptor
  4. "Protect Our Games" Act Fails in California—Stop Killing Games Prepares Next Move TechPowerUp
  5. Caught Red-Handed: Why Game Lobbyists Tried to Trick the Government Into Banning Community Servers Yahoo
 
'It's like a free down payment on a house': High earners are rushing to use this vacation-rental tax break - Business Insider - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:52:58 GMT
'It's like a free down payment on a house': High earners are rushing to use this vacation-rental tax break Business Insider
 
A Guided Tour of Donald Trump’s Renovated Washington, DC - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Trump has remade the nation’s capitol in his own image. Ahead of the Fourth of July, WIRED guides you through the dizzying effects of DC’s makeover.
 
Rockstar accused of ignoring pay inequity, mandating crunch, and weaponizing bonuses - Game Developer - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:19:54 GMT
  1. Rockstar accused of ignoring pay inequity, mandating crunch, and weaponizing bonuses Game Developer
  2. Grand Theft Auto workers seek union recognition after mass firings The Guardian
  3. GTA 6: Rockstar workers demand union recognition BBC
  4. UK workers request voluntary union recognition at Rockstar GamesIndustry.biz
  5. GTA 6 developer Rockstar hit with allegations of unfair pay and excessive overtime The Times of India
 
A portable ultrasound system could make reliable breast imaging more accessible - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technology, which generates high-resolution, 3D images of breast tissue, requires no expertise to operate and could be used at home.
 
How urban design leads to better wellness - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
An extensive study of U.S. cities identifies walkable neighborhoods, urban greenery, and access to amenities as key contributors to residents’ health.
 
Meta puts rate limits on its smart glasses' Conversation Focus feature - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:40:41 GMT
Meta's Conversation Focus feature for smart glasses is now only free for three hours a month.
 
Space Lasers Show How Venezuela’s Earthquakes Reshaped the Earth’s Crust - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:30:00 GMT
New satellite imagery reveals how much terrain has shifted in the wake of the twin quakes.
 
Watch a Steam Controller Skitter Itself To Its Charge Puck - Hack a Day Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:14 GMT
Hacks don’t have to be practical but it helps if they are educational or clever or amusing, as [Ray Foss] demonstrates with his auto-docking Steam Controller. It’s an open-source web …read more
 
AT&T Promo Codes: $50 Off This July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.
 
Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 50% Off in July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Shop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
 
30% Off Samsung Promo Code | July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.
 
Priceline Promo Codes & Coupons: 10% Off July - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock massive discounts on Priceline hotels, flights, and rental cars. Find verified Priceline coupon codes and deals for Express Deals, student discounts, and more.
 
Nike Promo Codes and Discounts: 30% for July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Check out our deals for Nike this July 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
 
Home Depot Promo Codes: 50% Off in July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this July.
 
LG Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.
 
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
 
Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more July 2026 discounts.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Dyson Promo Codes: 25% Off in July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 25% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $600 with discounts on vacuums, $150 off Airwraps, and more.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
eBay Coupons: 20% Off in July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, car parts and more.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 40% Off July 2026 - Wired Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
 
MIT-Kalaniyot program expands, with new cohort of scholars - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The innovative effort bringing researchers from Israel to campus keeps growing while enhancing community connections and academic inquiry.
 
The brain’s language network is more extensive than previously thought - MIT Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new study reveals that parts of the brain located far from the canonical language-processing centers are also involved in language comprehension.
 
Gemini Spark comes to Google's Gemini app for macOS - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:29:59 GMT
The Gemini macOS app now has access to Google's Spark agentic AI assistant.
 
US government allows Anthropic to redeploy its Mythos and Fable AI models - Engadget Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:59:26 GMT
Anthropic will start its users' access to Mythos and Fable tomorrow, July 1.
 
Microsoft set for new round of job cuts next week, spanning Xbox, sales and consulting - GeekWire - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:48:58 GMT
  1. Microsoft set for new round of job cuts next week, spanning Xbox, sales and consulting GeekWire
  2. Microsoft plans thousands of job cuts, impacting less than 2.5% of workforce Business Insider
  3. Xbox’s ‘reset’: all the news about Microsoft’s looming layoffs and studio closures The Verge
  4. Microsoft to cut under 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs, Business Insider reports Reuters
  5. CWA-represented workers at Xbox criticize Microsoft management and pending layoffs GamesBeat
 
Samsung drops first official Galaxy Z Fold 8 teasers, ‘New Shape, New Joy’ [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:45:00 GMT
  1. Samsung drops first official Galaxy Z Fold 8 teasers, ‘New Shape, New Joy’ [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. Samsung Teases Wide-As-Hell New Foldable Engadget
  3. Exclusive: First look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra Android Headlines
  4. Samsung Teaser Hints at How It's (Literally) Reshaping Its Foldable Phones CNET
  5. Our best look yet at Samsung’s new wide foldable The Verge
 
The video game industry just told lawmakers Minecraft and Call of Duty private servers are illegal piracy - TechSpot Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:50:00 GMT

California's Protect Our Games Act, which would have required publishers to provide remedies when ending support for paid online games, stalled in the state Senate after falling just three votes short of a majority. The bill's leading supporter, Stop Killing Games, quickly seized on an opposing lobbyist's claim that private...

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Steam Machine Crippled by Single-Channel RAM - TechPowerUp - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:30:19 GMT
  1. Steam Machine Crippled by Single-Channel RAM TechPowerUp
  2. Valve will finally let you build your own Steam Machine with SteamOS for desktop The Verge
  3. Review: Steam Machine: Beautiful Hardware, Console Performance - At A Price Digital Foundry
  4. Steamroller becomes first prebuilt gaming PC to ship with SteamOS — Ryzen 9600X, Radeon RX 7600, 16GB DDR5 RAM system available for preorder at $1,299 Tom's Hardware
  5. Valve quietly drops Steam Machine's 4K 60 FPS claim after $1,049 machine falls short of expectations Windows Central
 
Samsung teases wide-as-hell new foldable - Engadget Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT
Samsung teases wide-as-hell new foldable.
 
The Trump Administration Is Lifting Its Export Controls on Anthropic’s Mythos and Fable AI Models - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:23:04 GMT
The White House is easing restrictions on Anthropic’s most advanced AI models weeks after ordering the company to suspend access for foreign nationals.
 
This retro enthusiast forced Windows 11 to run on a Core 2 Quad Q6600 and AGP graphics - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:09:00 GMT

Can Windows 11 run on a 2003 motherboard, an AGP GPU (for those not old enough, that's the slot that predates PCI Express) with no official drivers, and a slightly newer CPU rocking four 65nm cores? A retro-hardware enthusiast named Omores recently proved that it can, even as Microsoft would...

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Discord now runs natively on Meta Quest headsets - Engadget Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:57:55 GMT
The app's arrival follows an announcement at last year's Meta Connect conference.
 
Amazon will pay $2.25 million to settle FTC identity theft case - Engadget Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:12:53 GMT
The retailer allegedly failed to meet requirements under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
 
June research roundup: 6 cool science stories we almost missed - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:11:10 GMT
Also, the science of poop's distinctive shape, boron buckyballs, and the secret to a soccer feint.
 
Nintendo’s new Splatoon adventure feels like the kind of third-person shooter that used to require a PlayStation - Game File | Stephen Totilo - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:51:49 GMT
  1. Nintendo’s new Splatoon adventure feels like the kind of third-person shooter that used to require a PlayStation Game File | Stephen Totilo
  2. Splatoon Raiders Direct spills the ink on the treasure-filled adventure coming to Nintendo Switch 2 nintendo.com
  3. Splatoon Raiders multiplayer features detailed Nintendo Everything
  4. After 1 hour, the new Splatoon feels like Nintendo's chaotic spin on Borderlands Polygon.com
  5. Splatoon Raiders Preview: Turns Out It’s Kind of a Roguelite IGN
 
New BioShocking attack manipulates AI browser into data theft - BleepingComputer - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:50:24 GMT
  1. New BioShocking attack manipulates AI browser into data theft BleepingComputer
  2. New attack provides one more reason why AI browsers are a bad idea Ars Technica
  3. New BioShocking Attack Tricks AI Browsers Into Leaking User Credentials The Hacker News
  4. Bad maths can be used to challenge AI agents' 'reality' and get around safety guardrails PC Gamer
  5. BioShocking: when “gaming” AI agents is no longer a game Malwarebytes
 
Reddit will require you to log in to use old.reddit.com - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:46:35 GMT
Logged-out Old Reddit access is “significant source of abusive scraping."
 
Anthropic's new Sonnet 5 model is better at the tasks that are running up enterprise bills - Engadget Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:28:34 GMT
Anthropic trained its newest Sonnet model to excel at agentic tasks, which have been causing a headache for the company's enterprise customers and power users.
 
Cargo thieves are now stealing millions in data center hardware, not just GPUs and consoles - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:28:00 GMT

Law enforcement officials in Illinois recently recovered two trailers carrying an estimated $1.3 million worth of data center equipment at a truck yard in the Chicago metro area. Investigators with the Cook County Sheriff's Office opened their investigation after being tipped off on June 18 about a trailer holding roughly...

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Daisy’s First Headphones Are Premium, High-Quality—and Just a Little Bit Cheaper - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:07:32 GMT
The California-based startup enters a crowded headphone market with a $399 chiseled-aluminum gamble.
 
Amazon blames piracy apps with malware for killing new Fire Stick sideloading - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:04:53 GMT
New Fire Stick OS helps Amazon block third-party homepage launchers, ad blockers.
 
NASA may send a backup, nuclear-powered Mars rover to the Moon - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:50:14 GMT
"That would be an awesome capability."
 
Google kills Tenor GIF API, forcing changes at X, Discord, and more - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:38:51 GMT
Tenor still connects to Google apps, but other platforms must look elsewhere for GIFs.
 
Ninajirachi Soundtracks Kylie Jenner Meta AI Glasses Campaign - Stereogum - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:28:00 GMT
  1. Ninajirachi Soundtracks Kylie Jenner Meta AI Glasses Campaign Stereogum
  2. Introducing Meta Glasses: A Range of New Styles from Meta and EssilorLuxottica, Starting at $299 Meta Store
  3. Meta announces new smart glasses starting at $299, as Zuckerberg keeps pushing wearables CNBC
  4. New Meta Glasses collaboration with Kylie Jenner elicits controversy on social media TribLIVE.com
  5. Meta's first in-house AI glasses designs include a Kylie Jenner collaboration Dezeen
 
Apple takes Epic fight over app store fees to the Supreme Court - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:20:29 GMT
Supreme Court will weigh if Apple contempt finding in Epic case is “erroneous.”
 
New attack provides one more reason why AI browsers are a bad idea - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:03:14 GMT
Telling an LLM that 2 + 2 = 5 is enough to make it follow forbidden instructions.
 
Google's new Nano Banana 2 Lite image model is its fastest and cheapest yet - ArsTechnica Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:36:10 GMT
They may not look as good, but Nano Banana 2 Lite images only take a few seconds to create.
 
License plate cameras are scanning 20 billion vehicles a month, cities are starting to push back - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:02:00 GMT

Flock Safety is squarely at the center of that debate. The Atlanta-based company has rapidly expanded by selling automated license plate readers to police departments, neighborhood groups, and private organizations. Its cameras, often mounted inconspicuously on poles, capture images of passing vehicles and convert them into searchable data points. The...

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Samsung's blazing-fast 9100 Pro 1TB SSD "drops" to $206 - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:53:00 GMT
With unusually high SSD prices, Samsung's flagship PCIe 5.0 9100 Pro 1TB stands out at $206 on Amazon – its lowest price in months. Delivering up to 14.7 GB/s read speeds, it's a rare chance to grab a cutting-edge Gen5 SSD at a meaningful discount.
 
MIT student teams win top honors in NASA competition - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Three MIT teams took five top awards in the 2026 NASA RASC-AL Competition for designing critical elements for the moon base and future missions to Mars.
 
Call of Duty's latest ad loudly reminds everyone it's not coming to Game Pass - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:03:00 GMT

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 arrives on October 23 (October 16 for players who pre-ordered), and for the first time in two years, it won't be coming straight to Game Pass.

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MIT researchers advance toward greater bandwidth, more energy-efficient communications - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT
The FUTUR-IC research program integrates electronics and photonics in microchip systems.
 
Pokémon GO Pass July 2026: All Rewards, Ho-Oh, PokéCoins & Deluxe Bonuses - Pokémon GO Hub - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:58:44 GMT
  1. Pokémon GO Pass July 2026: All Rewards, Ho-Oh, PokéCoins & Deluxe Bonuses Pokémon GO Hub
  2. Ho-Oh, Gimmighoul holding a 10th anniversary coin, and more await in GO Pass: July! Pokémon GO
  3. Grab Your Hat (and Coin) During Pokémon GO’s 10th Anniversary Party Event Pokemon.com
  4. Pokemon Go July 2026 Events: Go Fest, Raids, and More games.gg
  5. Pokémon GO brings the best GO Pass ever in July, but you have to be diligent Mein-MMO
 
WhatsApp finally gets usernames, letting users hide their phone numbers - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:46:00 GMT
WhatsApp is rolling out unique usernames, letting users connect without sharing their phone number. To claim yours, update to the latestversion of WhatsApp, go to Settings > Account > Username, and pick an available handle. The feature is rolling out gradually, with broader availability expected later this year.
 
Microsoft's own Azure CTO is still annoyed by Windows' "file in use" error - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:05:00 GMT

In a recent video published on the "Microsoft Developer" YouTube channel, Russinovich offered a concise explanation of what the "file is in use" error message means when Windows refuses to comply with a request. The creator of Sysmon, Process Explorer, and other popular Windows utilities discussed file handles and why...

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The Comcast-NBCUniversal split is about betting on data centers over cable, and gaming over TV - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:43:00 GMT

Inside Comcast, executives are reassessing what to do with the cable and connectivity business. The company is looking at ways to use its network more directly in the boom in data centers and AI workloads. That would tilt Comcast's future more toward high-capacity data delivery and away from legacy pay-TV.

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Q&A: What is agentic AI today, and what do we want it to be? - MIT Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Computer scientist Phillip Isola cuts through the hype to explain how AI agents work and what the future might hold for this rapidly advancing technology.
 
New York Is About to Feel Hotter Than Phoenix - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:18:08 GMT
Extreme heat coupled with humidity will make it feel like 109 degrees Fahrenheit as the holiday weekend approaches.
 
Fox apologizes after Mr. Wonderful accuses data center opponents of China ties - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:10:00 GMT

The Stratos project is a new hyperscale AI data center set to be built across roughly 41,200 acres in an unincorporated area of western Box Elder County, Utah. The lead developer is O'Leary Digital, owned by the billionaire.

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PlayStation 6 bill of materials nears $1,000 as RAM shortages worsen - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:46:00 GMT

Prominent leaker KeplerL2 recently claimed that the cost of manufacturing Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 console has increased considerably in recent months. Due to memory shortages, upcoming game consoles could cost twice as much as their predecessors did at launch.

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Amazon sued in Australia after Prime subscribers were made to pay more to remove ads - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) accuses Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd, the local operator of Prime, of breaching Australian Consumer Law.

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The 2 Best Slushie Machines of 2026: Now With Soft Serve - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:33:00 GMT
The original Ninja Slushi has been replaced! The new best slushie machines chill faster and make soft serve.
 
A startup taught humanoid robots to retrieve packages, climb stairs, and unpack boxes – no human steering needed - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Flexion Robotics, a Swiss startup founded by former Nvidia researchers, is approaching the problem from a different angle. It teaches robots basic physical skills and uses a higher-level AI system to decide which skill to call up and when. The goal is not just to complete tasks but to adapt...

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Disastrous GTA 6 Pre-Order Numbers Revealed By Store Staff - RockstarINTEL - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:05:34 GMT
  1. Disastrous GTA 6 Pre-Order Numbers Revealed By Store Staff RockstarINTEL
  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. The Business of Grand Theft Auto VI, Explained: How a Billion Dollar Game Is Likely to Pay Off The University of Virginia
  5. GTA 6 is a big problem for GameStop and other retailers Polygon.com
 
Bitdefender VPN Review: Fast and Affordable Privacy - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Bitdefender VPN has an excellent starting price, even if it lacks the advanced features that privacy nerds may want.
 
Bernie Sanders Saw This Coming - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
For decades, the senator has argued that concentrated wealth threatened American democracy. Now he’s betting that frustration with Big Tech, billionaires, and unchecked AI is reaching a tipping point.
 
Dbrand kills its Portal-inspired Companion Cube case after admitting it never asked Valve for permission - TechSpot Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Dbrand admitted in a post that it never asked for a license from Valve to make the Companion Cube, a decision it expects to regret for a long time.

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How Hunter Biden Won the Internet - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
WIRED spent months talking to America’s favorite failson as he plotted his return to public life. Now he’s feeding the trolls—and everyone else.
 
Venezuela Earthquake Destruction Revealed in New Satellite Images - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:30:00 GMT
The maps and images show the extent of destruction and give rescue operations a tool to find any remaining survivors.
 
Want to Boost Your Home’s Resale Value? Install a Heat Pump - Wired Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Heat pumps are more than just a way to keep your home comfortable without using fossil fuels.
 
I Believe In The Idea Of 'Marathon Steve' - Aftermath - Google Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:41:12 GMT
I Believe In The Idea Of 'Marathon Steve' Aftermath
 
RAM prices expected to rise another 40-50% in Q3 2026, and then 30% more in Q4 as AI demand outpaces supply - TechSpot Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:52:00 GMT

Ethan Tan, a memory industry consultant and former Samsung China executive, told Jefferies Equity Research analysts during a recent briefing that he expects memory prices to rise by 40% to 50% in the third quarter of 2026 compared to the prior quarter, and by another 30% to 40% in Q4....

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Meta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival Chatbots About Suicide, Sex, and Drugs - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:49:26 GMT
Hundreds of contractors working on a project for Meta pretended to be kids in order to see how other chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT would respond to high-risk subjects, WIRED found.
 
Buying a Mattress in 2026? We Tested 100+ and These Were the Standouts - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:05:17 GMT
WIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.
 
Apple pulled VK's apps in Russia without warning, so the Kremlin is telling users to switch to Android - TechSpot Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:11:00 GMT

Russian tech giant VK is blaming Apple for cutting online ties with millions of local users. The Moscow-based company recently said its apps were removed from the official App Store for iOS devices without warning.

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Scientists find ozone depletion began decades before discovery of ozone hole - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Using modern tools, they also determined that carbon tetrachloride, used as a dry-cleaning and degreasing agent as early as the 1930s, was at the root of early ozone loss.
 
Two MIT faculty members named 2026 Pew Biomedical Scholars - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Cell biologist Whitney Henry and immunologist Harikesh Wong will receive four years of flexible funding to advance early-career research on ferroptosis and immune decision-making.
 
Inaugural Music Technology Research Showcase celebrates work of new graduate program’s initial students - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Associate Professor Anna Huang delivers the keynote address, “In Search of Human-AI Resonance,” to a capacity crowd.
 
Care in the midst of pressure - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Anantha P. Chandrakasan is “Committed to Caring” for redefining mentorship through presence and perspective.
 
3 Questions: Beyond data-driven aesthetics - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
In a new Keller Gallery exhibition, Alexandros Haridis SM ’17, PhD ’22 traces centuries of ideas about aesthetic judgment and explores how design can make complex computational systems visible.
 
Usernames Are Coming to WhatsApp Soon. Here's How to Reserve Yours - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Even if you only use WhatsApp sometimes, you might want to snag your username now to stop giving out your phone number.
 
Graphene can hold multiple states of superconductivity, a new study finds - MIT Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
What’s more, the superconducting states get stronger under conditions expected to kill them.
 
The Busy Bar Is a Gadget to Get People to Leave You Alone - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Flipper Devices, a company that built a banned hacking device, now wants to hack your attention span.
 
Robin Byrd, the Sex Godmother of Millennials, Says the Internet Ruined Porn - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The 1970s porn actress turned New York City late night public access queen says censorship and a lack of star quality among modern adult entertainers turned her off of the industry.
 
Yeasound RIC800 Hearing Aids Review: Good Audio, Glitchy App - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:33:00 GMT
With AI-powered noise reduction, an automatic speech-focusing system, and a simple, effective hearing test, it’s a shame these aids don't come with a better app.
 
The Anti-Data-Center Movement Is Reshaping Michigan Politics - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Climate activist Will Lawrence cofounded the Sunrise Movement. Now, he has shifted his focus in his attempt to compete for a swing-district seat by calling for a data center moratorium.
 
Fireworks Are Not Patriotic. Drone Shows Are - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
This Fourth of July will feature more drone shows than ever. I went on a pilgrimage to drone country—and had a near-religious experience.
 
Top Google Security Staff Warn Search Data Could Be Hacked if EU Rules Change - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Europe’s pro-competition proposals could see Google Search and Android systems opened up. The company claims there are serious privacy flaws.
 
Everyone’s Mad at the World Cup’s New ‘Hydration Breaks’—Except Mr. Moneybags Over Here - Wired Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT
FIFA says hydration breaks protect players from heat. They also create new annoying commercial breaks—and fans are calling foul.
 
David Autor named head of the Department of Economics - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
A faculty member since 1999, Autor is a leading researcher in artificial intelligence and the work of the future.
 
How data centers can better manage energy use - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new study suggests flexibility in the timing of electricity consumption could lower consumer costs.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Listening for the echoes of black holes - MIT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
By analyzing X-ray reverberations and other astrophysical data, Erin Kara seeks to understand the most extreme objects in the universe.
 
MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.
 
Summer 2026 recommended reading from MIT - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
 
How architecture influences political activity - MIT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In Ghana, semi-communal “compound houses” affect how much people vote and participate in political activity, new research shows.
 
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.
 
What happens when environmental change outpaces life’s ability to adapt? - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new model links Earth’s mass extinctions to mismatches between rates of environmental change and biological adaptation.
 
Computer model could enable bridges and buildings that use less material - MIT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers developed an approach for generating more buildable structures, bridging the gap between optimized design and real-world construction.
 
Design kits for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 are here - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:01 GMT
Apple design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27. These include:
 
New chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments - MIT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Researchers combined an efficient algorithm with dedicated hardware to rapidly generate 3D maps for navigation using minimal memory and power.
 
A better way to model the behavior of metal alloys - MIT Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach captures subtle atomic patterns, improving predictions of material properties.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:54 GMT
Attachment 12 of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, including alternative distribution, alternative payments and out-of-app offers, and the Core Technology Commission. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
Changes to iOS in Brazil - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:05 GMT
As part of a recent agreement with Brazil’s competition regulator CADE (Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Econômica), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Brazil. Beginning with iOS 26.5, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
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'
 
“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.
 
QS ranks MIT the world’s No. 1 university for 2026-27 - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 GMT
Ranking at the top for the 15th year in a row, the Institute also places first in 12 subject areas.
 
Susan Solomon named 2026 Tang Prize laureate - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT
The MIT professor’s groundbreaking work on atmospheric chemistry helped lay steps towards recovery of the ozone layer and demonstrated the lasting impacts of carbon emissions on Earth’s climate.
 
Could AI tell you where you left your keys? - MIT Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT
A new spatial memory system for robots efficiently captures details about the objects they see while exploring their environment.
 
New domain for Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email - Apple Developer Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:28 GMT
Later this summer, Apple will unify the email domains used by Sign in with Apple and iCloud+ Hide My Email under a single, shared domain: private.icloud.com.
 
How to create distinguishable states for quantum systems - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT
Researchers establish key insights for reading and writing information for quantum sensing, communication, computing, and control.
 
A tiny ingestible sensor can measure temperature from inside the body - MIT Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
After being swallowed, the devices could offer continuous monitoring of patients who are sick or at risk of hypothermia.
 
Fact Sheet: Supporting MIT’s Jewish Community - MIT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT
 
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.
 
Update for Apps Distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:22 GMT
Due to a recent court ruling lifting an injunction on Texas law SB 2420, new Apple Accounts in Texas are now subject to the law, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. As previously announced, this includes age assurance and parent or guardian consent on behalf of minors under the age of 18 for downloads, Apple In-App Purchases, and significant changes associated with an app. Parents or guardians will also be able to revoke their consent for any app they previously approved for their child. These changes will go into effect starting June 4, 2026.
 
Apple Developer Centers are expanding to Berlin - Apple Developer Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:13 GMT
Apple Developer Centers are dedicated spaces designed for in-person developer sessions, labs, workshops, and appointments across a wide range of Apple technologies and platforms.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Join us in celebrating these extraordinary apps and games.
 
All systems glow - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:22 GMT
WWDC26 is just one week away. Get ready for five days of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 26 May 2026 18:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5 to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Upcoming changes to age ratings in Australia and Vietnam - Apple Developer Thu, 21 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT
Starting June 18, 2026, age ratings on the App Store will be updated in Australia and Vietnam.
 
Introducing the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design. But they’ve also become something more: A moment to step back and celebrate the work of Apple developers across the community.
 
Coming bright up - Apple Developer Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:22 GMT
Get ready for a week of technology, creativity, and community — all online and free. Here’s what WWDC26 has in store.
 
Hello Developer: May 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account - Apple Developer Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:26 GMT
A free Apple Developer account provides access to the tools, resources, and support you need to build and test apps and games. A free developer account is separate from an Apple Developer Program membership. Even if your organization holds the paid membership, creating your own free account gives you direct access to downloads and support resources.
 
Brazilian betting license requirement for App Store availability - Apple Developer Fri, 08 May 2026 16:30:46 GMT
Following changes to Brazil’s fixed-odds betting regulation, apps with fixed-odds betting (gambling) features can now be distributed on the App Store in Brazil with a valid fixed-odds betting license from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). If any of your apps include these features (indicated by selecting “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire in App Store Connect), you’ll need to provide this license. Keep in mind that answering “Yes” to the gambling question in the age rating questionnaire will set your Brazil age rating to A18.
 
To those who build community - Apple Developer Tue, 05 May 2026 00:31:09 GMT
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community.
 
Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment - Apple Developer Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:33 GMT
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. People can cancel their subscription at any time, which will prevent the subscription from renewing after they’ve completed their agreed-to payments to fulfill their commitment.
 
Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection - Apple Developer Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:15 GMT
The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.
 
Hello Developer: April 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:01 GMT
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.
 
Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul - Apple Developer Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.
 
App Store expands support to 11 new languages - Apple Developer Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:33 GMT
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Slovenian, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
 
Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:05:24 GMT
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics - Apple Developer Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:49 GMT
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include:
 
WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026 - Apple Developer Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:45:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.
 
Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn - Apple Developer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:01 GMT
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.
 
Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:00:21 GMT
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.
 
Hello Developer: March 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana - Apple Developer Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:48 GMT
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Range API are now available in beta for testing.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:56 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
 
Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open - Apple Developer Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:56 GMT
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.
 
Hello Developer: February 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus:
 
Upcoming SDK minimum requirements - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:30 GMT
Starting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements:
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:26 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: January 2026 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:00:16 GMT
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition:
 
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:04 GMT
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced implementation plans and monitor the ongoing legal process.
 
Changes to iOS in Japan - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:21 GMT
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate alternative app marketplaces, process app payments for digital goods and services outside of Apple In-App Purchase in iOS, and more.
 
New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia - Apple Developer Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:16 GMT
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the requirements of the new law, including deactivating any existing accounts for users under 16 and monitoring new signups.
 
Hello Developer: December 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:16 GMT
In this edition:
 
App Store Award winners announced - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:00:25 GMT
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.
 
App Store Award finalists announced - Apple Developer Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:55 GMT
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:20:24 GMT
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript. This program is designed to help developers who host mini apps grow their business and further the availability of mini apps on the App Store — all while providing a great customer experience.
 
Hello Developer: November 2025 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:00:16 GMT
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.
 
Next steps for apps distributed in Texas - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:48 GMT
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help developers navigate the evolving legal landscape, Apple remains concerned about the potential implications of laws like SB2420 in Texas. Specifically, we worry they could undermine the privacy of all users by requiring the collection of sensitive personal information just to download an app – even those that simply provide weather forecasts or sports scores.
 
Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games - Apple Developer Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:28 GMT
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all In-App Purchase types.
 
New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sign in with Apple.
 
New requirements for apps available in Texas - Apple Developer Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:09 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
 
Hello Developer: October 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:16 GMT
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.
 
Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:46 GMT
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Your proceeds from sales in Bulgaria will also change to euros.
 
App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:09 GMT
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.
 
Hello Developer: September 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:16 GMT
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.
 
Awe dropping. - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:09 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

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