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Italy fines Cloudflare €14.2M for refusing to block pirate sites on its 1.1.1.1 DNS service; CEO Matthew Prince says he will discuss it with US officials (Jon Brodkin/Ars Technica) - Techmeme Sat, 10 Jan 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Jon Brodkin / Ars Technica:
Italy fines Cloudflare €14.2M for refusing to block pirate sites on its 1.1.1.1 DNS service; CEO Matthew Prince says he will discuss it with US officials — Italy fined Cloudflare 14.2 million euros for refusing to block access to pirate sites on its 1.1.1.1 DNS service …

 
OpenAI Is Asking Contractors to Upload Work From Past Jobs to Evaluate the Performance of AI Agents - Wired Sat, 10 Jan 2026 01:11:25 GMT
To prepare AI agents for office work, the company is asking contractors to upload projects from past jobs, leaving it to them to strip out confidential and personally identifiable information.
 
SpaceX gets FCC permission to launch another 7,500 Starlink satellites - ArsTechnica Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:52:21 GMT
Including previous approvals, Starlink can now deploy 15,000 Gen2 satellites.
 
Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoes legislation meant to enforce the EU's DSA in Poland, arguing it would grant excessive powers to government officials (Wojciech Kość/Politico) - Techmeme Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:50:01 GMT

Wojciech Kość / Politico:
Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoes legislation meant to enforce the EU's DSA in Poland, arguing it would grant excessive powers to government officials — Nawrocki called EU social media law “Orwellian,” echoing Washington's main line of attack. — WARSAW — Poland's nationalist …

 
Anthropic adds safeguards to prevent third-party apps, like OpenCode, from spoofing Claude Code to access Claude models for more favorable pricing and limits (Carl Franzen/VentureBeat) - Techmeme Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:25:03 GMT

Carl Franzen / VentureBeat:
Anthropic adds safeguards to prevent third-party apps, like OpenCode, from spoofing Claude Code to access Claude models for more favorable pricing and limits — Anthropic has confirmed the implementation of strict new technical safeguards preventing third-party applications from spoofing …

 
CES 2026 Live: Best of Show, Rollable Display Concepts, AI Toys and Dancing Robots - CNET Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:24:00 GMT
Our live coverage from Las Vegas continues. Check out all of the highlights and the official best of CES 2026 winners.
 
Grok Is Being Used to Mock and Strip Women in Hijabs and Sarees - Wired Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:23:08 GMT
A substantial number of AI images generated or edited with Grok are targeting women in religious and cultural clothing.
 
Engadget's best of CES 2026: All the new tech that caught our eye in Las Vegas - Engadget Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:07:44 GMT
Over 4,000 exhibitors flocked to Las Vegas, Nevada this week to showcase their wares at CES 2026. The Engadget team, as usual, was out in full force covering the show. The week began with press conferences from huge companies at the show, mostly filled with AI buzzwords, vague promises and quite little in the way of hard news.
 
ESA considers righting the wrongs of Ariane 6 by turning it into a Franken-rocket - ArsTechnica Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:06:30 GMT
ArianeGroup is still trying to catch up to where the bleeding edge of the launch industry was 15 years ago.
 
Anthropic: Viral Claude “Banned and reported to authorities” message isn’t real - Bleeping Computer Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:06:26 GMT
Anthropic has denied reports of banning legitimate accounts, after a viral post on X claimed the creator of Claude had banned a user. [...]
 
Bose SoundTouch Smart Speakers get an Open Source Lifeline - Hack a Day Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:00:06 GMT
After initially announcing that Bose will completely turn off all ‘smart’ features in its SoundTouch series of speaker products, the company has seemingly responded to the wave of unhappy feedback …read more
 
These paper batteries made from plants want to replace AA and AAA cells - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:43:00 GMT

At this year's show, Flint wasn't showing off just lab prototypes. The batteries running toy trains at its booth were production-grade AA and AAA cells made from plant-based materials, not the metal-heavy chemistries that dominate today's market. Flint says those alkaline-style replacements are slated to reach consumers later in 2026,...

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The FCC approves SpaceX's request to deploy an additional 7,500 Gen2 Starlink satellites, bringing the total to 15,000 satellites worldwide (David Shepardson/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:30:02 GMT

David Shepardson / Reuters:
The FCC approves SpaceX's request to deploy an additional 7,500 Gen2 Starlink satellites, bringing the total to 15,000 satellites worldwide — The Federal Communications Commission said on Friday it has approved SpaceX's request to deploy another 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites …

 
ChatGPT tests a new feature to find jobs, improve your resume, and more - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:23:08 GMT
OpenAI is testing "Jobs," a new feature that could help you explore roles, improve your resume, and plan your career. This feature is being tested after ChatGPT gained support for the Health dashboard. [...]
 
The US Commerce Department drops a plan to impose restrictions on Chinese drones to address national security concerns; FCC barred imports in December 2025 (David Shepardson/Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:10:00 GMT

David Shepardson / Reuters:
The US Commerce Department drops a plan to impose restrictions on Chinese drones to address national security concerns; FCC barred imports in December 2025 — The U.S. Commerce Department said on Friday it has withdrawn a plan to impose restrictions on Chinese drones to address national security concerns …

 
ChatGPT Health: What the New Dedicated Tab Adds to the AI Chatbot - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:07:25 GMT
The company wants you to upload your medical records and connect the wellness apps you use.
 
This Extremely Rare GameCube Game Is Now on Nintendo Switch 2 - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:05:00 GMT
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is considered to be one of the best games in the series.
 
Measles continues raging in South Carolina; 99 new cases since Tuesday - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:34:06 GMT
With so many exposures sites, officials can't figure out where people were infected.
 
Boltz, which is developing open frontier AI models for biomolecular research, raised a $28M seed led by Zetta, Amplify, and a16z at a valuation of $125M (Andrew Dunn/Endpoints News) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:25:01 GMT

Andrew Dunn / Endpoints News:
Boltz, which is developing open frontier AI models for biomolecular research, raised a $28M seed led by Zetta, Amplify, and a16z at a valuation of $125M — While the newest AlphaFold model took a leap forward in 2024 by predicting structures of nearly all biomolecules instead of just proteins, it also took a step back in openness.

 
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Is Discounted on Amazon - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:13:58 GMT
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 gets marked down across a variety of colors, sizes, and feature sets.
 
It's time for Apple to reinstate ICEBlock - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:08:02 GMT
In October, Apple caved to pressure from the Trump administration and removed ICEBlock — and similar apps which crowdsourced the location of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement activity — from its App Store. Apple's stated rationale? The apps could "be used to harm law enforcement officers." But armed-to-the-teeth ICE officers don’t need protection from civilians. Apple had that exactly backward.
 
Solawave Wand Fans: Don't Miss This Buy One, Get One Free Sale - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:48:34 GMT
Double up on LED therapy, because sharing is caring.
 
Amazon is apparently planning a big box store in the Chicago suburbs - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:34:51 GMT
Amazon is making a return, of sorts, to physical retail via plans to build a big-box retail store in the Chicago suburbs, The Information reports. The 225,000-square foot retail space will open in Orland Park, Illinois, and give the company the opportunity to sell more than just groceries after it closed most of its physical bookstores and gift shops in 2022.
 
CES 2026: 26 of the Most Eye-Catching Tech Products We've Seen - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:17:00 GMT
CNET's writers and editors continue to scour CES 2026 in Las Vegas to find the products of today and the near future.
 
A deep dive into a16z, which has stakes in 10 of the top 15 private companies by valuation and whose Funds 1-4 totaled $853B in enterprise value at distribution (Packy McCormick/Not Boring) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:15:02 GMT

Packy McCormick / Not Boring:
A deep dive into a16z, which has stakes in 10 of the top 15 private companies by valuation and whose Funds 1-4 totaled $853B in enterprise value at distribution — Welcome to the 310 newly Not Boring people who have joined us since Tuesday! Join 256,606 smart, curious folks by subscribing here:

 
CES 2026 Introduces Emily: She's Life-Size, AI-Powered and Ready for Intimacy - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:06:00 GMT
Your AI girlfriend just got an upgrade.
 
Peacock: 15 of the Best Movies You Should Stream Right Now - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:01:00 GMT
Peacock has it all, from timeless blockbusters to Oscar darlings.
 
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 10, #1666 - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:00:58 GMT
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Jan. 10, No. 1,666.
 
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 10 #678 - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:00:58 GMT
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Jan. 10, No. 678.
 
Seeing Sound with a Laser - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:00:40 GMT
You can hear sound, of course, but what if you could see it with a laser? That’s what [Goosetopherson] thought about, and thus a new project that you can see …read more
 
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 10, #944 - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:00:40 GMT
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Jan. 10 #944.
 
11 Items You Should Never Put in the Dishwasher (Even if You Really Want To) - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT
You might be surprised which items are better off being washed by hand.
 
Meta Is Making a Big Bet on Nuclear With Oklo - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:59:12 GMT
Meta will finance Oklo’s purchase of uranium for its reactors. It’s a massive vote of confidence for both the startup and nuclear power, but challenges remain.
 
OpenAI and kids safety group Common Sense Media partner to consolidate competing measures for a California ballot initiative meant to protect kids from chatbots (Maria Curi/Axios) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:55:01 GMT

Maria Curi / Axios:
OpenAI and kids safety group Common Sense Media partner to consolidate competing measures for a California ballot initiative meant to protect kids from chatbots — - Common Sense Media and OpenAI had competing measures that the new Parents & Kids Safe AI Act consolidates.

 
Aivela Takes a Different Spin on the Health-Tracking Smart Ring - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:53:00 GMT
The Aivela Ring Pro promises phone-controlling superpowers and a built-in health guru.
 
I Tested a New UV Printer at CES 2026. I’m Excited for What’s to Come - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:52:00 GMT
UV printing is going to be big in 2026, and xTool could lead the charge.
 
Monarch Money's budgeting app is 50 percent off for new users - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:45:07 GMT
A new year is the perfect time to get your spending in order, and if you're not trying to build your own spreadsheet, budgeting apps are one of the best ways to do it. To save yourself some money in the process, you can pick up a year-long subscription to Monarch Money, one of Engadget's favorite budgeting apps, for just $50 if you use code NEWYEAR2026 at checkout and you're a new subscriber. That's a 50 percent discount on the service's normal $100 price.
 
Microsoft may soon allow IT admins to uninstall Copilot - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:34:22 GMT
Microsoft is testing a new policy that allows IT administrators to uninstall the AI-powered Copilot digital assistant on managed devices. [...]
 
Friday Night Offers You One Shot at 2026's Most Jaw-Dropping View of Jupiter - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:31:04 GMT
Set your alarm, or stay up late, and get your binoculars or telescopes ready for a brilliant planetary show.
 
Source: OnePay, the fintech firm behind Walmart's "super app", recently bought back shares from employees at a price that values the startup at more than $4B (Emily Mason/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Emily Mason / Bloomberg:
Source: OnePay, the fintech firm behind Walmart's “super app”, recently bought back shares from employees at a price that values the startup at more than $4B — OnePay, the Walmart Inc.-backed fintech firm behind the “super app” that the world's largest retailer is incorporating for customers …

 
This Tiny Titanium Smart Ring Is Actually a Powerful AI Meeting Recorder - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:30:00 GMT
The Vocci AI smart ring feels like an Oura ring designed to act as a personal assistant at work.
 
Google: Don’t make “bite-sized” content for LLMs if you care about search rank - Ars Technica - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:27:34 GMT
  1. Google: Don’t make “bite-sized” content for LLMs if you care about search rank Ars Technica
  2. Google: Don't Turn Your Content Into Bite-Sized Chunks Search Engine Roundtable
  3. Google doesn’t want you to create bite-sized chunks of your content Search Engine Land
  4. Google Warns Publishers Not to Reshape Content Just for AI or LLM Rankings washingtonnewsday.com
  5. Google warns against breaking content into chunks for AI PPC Land
 
Google: Don’t make “bite-sized” content for LLMs if you care about search rank - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:27:34 GMT
Google says creating for people rather than robots is the best long-term strategy.
 
Elon Musk's Grok Faces Backlash Over Nonconsensual AI-Altered Images - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:25:58 GMT
The AI chatbot has been creating sexualized images of women and children upon request. How can this be stopped?
 
I went to CES to check out robotaxis. I left convinced that one player is far in the lead. - Business Insider - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:17:00 GMT
I went to CES to check out robotaxis. I left convinced that one player is far in the lead. Business Insider
 
A Bosch vs. Avinox Final Challenge & Our Field Test E-Bike Rankings - Pinkbike - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:01:00 GMT
A Bosch vs. Avinox Final Challenge & Our Field Test E-Bike Rankings Pinkbike
 
Amazon files planning documents in Illinois to construct a 225,000 square foot big-box store, a return to a "Target-like" retail concept it previously shelved (Ann Gehan/The Information) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:00:52 GMT

Ann Gehan / The Information:
Amazon files planning documents in Illinois to construct a 225,000 square foot big-box store, a return to a “Target-like” retail concept it previously shelved — Amazon has started laying the groundwork to open a big-box retail store in the Chicago suburbs, according to planning documents.

 
Hackers target misconfigured proxies to access paid LLM services - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:56:49 GMT
Threat actors are systematically hunting for misconfigured proxy servers that could provide access to commercial large language model (LLM) services. [...]
 
Astronomers watch a star being torn to pieces by a supermassive black hole - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:46:00 GMT

A team of researchers recently reported the discovery of AT2024wpp, an extremely energetic event involving a black hole and a massive star locked in a deadly cosmic dance. The stellar object was "spaghettified" by the black hole, a tidal disruption event that released an amount of energy equivalent to 400...

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The Morning After: The best of CES 2026 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:44:21 GMT
We’re wrapping up coverage of the biggest tech show in the world. CES 2026 is almost over, and while we have more stories and wrap-ups to come, here are the most interesting products we’ve spotted, written about and critiqued/praised. That includes our picks for the best of CES. We gave out 15 awards as well as our best of show, and you might be surprised by some of our picks — I know I was.
 
A UI-Focused Display Library For The ESP32 - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:30:26 GMT
If you’re building a project on your ESP32, you might want to give it a fancy graphical interface. If so, you might find a display library from [dejwk] to be …read more
 
Set It and Forget It: Navimow's Robotic Mowers at CES 2026 Treat You and Your Lawn Right - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:25:00 GMT
Easy setup, precise navigation and turf-friendly blades keep your lawn looking its best.
 
Cloudflare defies Italy’s Piracy Shield, won’t block websites on 1.1.1.1 DNS - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:22:37 GMT
Italy fines Cloudflare 14M euros for not blocking pirate sites on 1.1.1.1 DNS service.
 
OpenAI and SoftBank says they will each invest $500M in SB Energy to support the infrastructure company's growth as a data center developer and operator (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:20:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
OpenAI and SoftBank says they will each invest $500M in SB Energy to support the infrastructure company's growth as a data center developer and operator — OpenAI and SoftBank Group Corp. have jointly invested $1 billion in SB Energy, an infrastructure company that's working with the tech firms …

 
WhatsApp might soon be subject to stricter scrutiny under the EU's Digital Services Act - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:10:00 GMT
Meta's messaging app WhatsApp could soon be subject to deeper scrutiny (and punishment) under the European Commission's Digital Services Act, Reuters reports. Because the app's broadcasting feature WhatsApp Channels grew to around 51.7 million average monthly active users in the European Union in the first six months of 2025, the feature has crossed the 45-million-person barrier that lets DSA rules apply.
 
Samsung and SK Hynix are jacking up DRAM prices by as much as 70 percent - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:52:00 GMT

According to Korean sources, Samsung and SK Hynix are more than willing to raise memory chip prices while the AI-driven financial bubble continues. Both companies are reportedly notifying their high-profile customers that server DRAM prices could increase by as much as 60 – 70 percent compared to the fourth quarter of last year.

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The UK government says X restricting Grok's image creation to paid users is insulting as it just makes the ability to generate unlawful images a premium service (The Guardian) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:50:01 GMT

The Guardian:
The UK government says X restricting Grok's image creation to paid users is insulting as it just makes the ability to generate unlawful images a premium service — Spokesperson says limiting access to paying subscribers just makes ability to generate unlawful images a premium service

 
US Black Hawk helicopter trespasses on private Montana ranch to grab elk antlers - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:46:19 GMT
Crazy, but that's how it goes.
 
Why You Should Be Using ChatGPT's Voice Mode More Often - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:46:00 GMT
Talking to ChatGPT instead of typing feels faster, more human and better suited for how people actually think and work.
 
New Gmail AI features replacing Gemini side panel for some - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:14:00 GMT
  1. New Gmail AI features replacing Gemini side panel for some 9to5Google
  2. Gmail is entering the Gemini era blog.google
  3. Google Changes Gmail After 20 Years—2 Billion Users Must Now Decide Forbes
  4. Google is unleashing Gemini AI features on Gmail. Users will have to opt out CNBC
  5. Gmail launches AI inbox and overviews with Gemini Mashable
 
How CNET Tests Robot Vacuums - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:14:00 GMT
CNET has been testing robot vacuums for years, but we're always refining our testing procedures. Here's the process we use to evaluate robot vacuums for cleaning, navigation performance, obstacle avoidance, noise levels and more.
 
Intel and AMD clash over who will power the next wave of handheld gaming PCs - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:10:00 GMT

Intel executive Nish Neelalojanan accused AMD of using "ancient silicon" in its handheld gaming PC APUs during an interview at CES this week. He also argued that when Intel eventually introduces handheld APUs based on Panther Lake processors with Xe3 Arc integrated graphics, the company's low-power E-cores will deliver superior...

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Apple Reminding Users of Pending Home App Upgrade Requirement - MacRumors - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:08:31 GMT
  1. Apple Reminding Users of Pending Home App Upgrade Requirement MacRumors
  2. Apple says Home app upgrade deadline is fast approaching 9to5Mac
  3. Apple HomeKit Legacy Support Ends Feb 10, 2026 Gadget Hacks
  4. Apple confirms February 10 deadline for Home architecture upgrade AppleInsider
  5. Apple Begins Final Push to Retire Old Home Architecture in February The Mac Observer
 
ExpressVPN two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:06:03 GMT
ExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 78 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $101 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.59 for the promo period.
 
The Acura NSX Is Back From the Dead With an Official, Ultra-Limited Redesign - The Drive - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:05:22 GMT
  1. The Acura NSX Is Back From the Dead With an Official, Ultra-Limited Redesign The Drive
  2. Italdesign Unveils a Retro-Modern Honda NSX Tribute Autoblog
  3. Italdesign Reworks the Second-Generation Acura NSX to Resemble the Original Road & Track
  4. Honda NSX's Italian Makeover Turns A JDM Legend Into A Showstopper CarBuzz
  5. Italdesign Brings Back The NSX With Honda's Blessing Motor1.com
 
Take-Two Falls on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Delay Misinformation - Bloomberg.com - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:01:58 GMT
  1. Take-Two Falls on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Delay Misinformation Bloomberg.com
  2. Take-Two Stock (TTWO) Shrugs Off Grand Theft Auto 6 Delay Misunderstanding TipRanks
  3. GTA 6 Update Has Gamers Marking Their Calendars For February 3 IMDb
  4. New GTA 6 Delay Rumor Shot Down By Reporter, Says Statement Was Misconstrued GameSpot
  5. Podcast: Will GTA 6 finally release this year? Video Games Chronicle
 
Fighting Food Poisoning With A Patch - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:44 GMT
Food poisoning is never a fun experience. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you’ll bite into something bad and realize soon enough to spit it out. Other times, you’ll only realize your …read more
 
Dominate The Tower and Leaderboards Beta — Diablo IV - Blizzard News - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Dominate The Tower and Leaderboards Beta — Diablo IV Blizzard News
 
CES: So very big, so little sustainability tech - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT
Every third booth at CES showed off some new AI product or other. If you wanted to find a robotic lawn mower, throw a rock. Humanoid robots, smart locks and super thin TVs were everywhere. But if you went looking for sustainability products, you’re going to have to hunt a bit.
 
Samsung’s Bixby reboot will copy Google with ‘Bixby Live’ and ‘Circle to Ask’ [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:50:00 GMT
  1. Samsung’s Bixby reboot will copy Google with ‘Bixby Live’ and ‘Circle to Ask’ [Gallery] 9to5Google
  2. One UI 8.5 could finally bring Bixby's long-awaited major AI upgrade SamMobile
  3. Samsung Galaxy phones may soon respond to a new "Hey Plex" voice command Android Authority
  4. Chinese Bixby Is More Powerful Than Perplexity-Powered Bixby SammyGuru
  5. Leak shows how Perplexity will bring Bixby back from the dead Android Police
 
CES 2026 proved the PC industry is hosed this year - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:45:00 GMT
Dell's XPS 14 now costs over $2,000. An AMD executive predicts that PC builders will likely make piecemeal upgrades this year, instead of building entirely new systems. And new AI supercomputers from NVIDIA and AMD are gobbling up the RAM market. At CES 2026, it was hard not to notice the dire year ahead for the computing industry, one that will likely lead to higher prices and more limited availability for consumer goods across the board.
 
Baldur's Gate 3 Writer Wishes Wyll Had Gotten More Content and a More Fulfilling Arc Too, Explains What Happened - IGN - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:37:26 GMT
  1. Baldur's Gate 3 Writer Wishes Wyll Had Gotten More Content and a More Fulfilling Arc Too, Explains What Happened IGN
  2. Baldur’s Gate 3 Dev Explains Why One Party Member Felt Shortchanged Kotaku
  3. 'I wish Wyll had gotten more content' says the Baldur's Gate 3 writer who wrote him, and splitting his story between devils and dads 'might have been a mistake in hindsight' PC Gamer
  4. Larian is "sorry" that Baldur's Gate 3's most underrated companion didn't get a "fulfilling arc," with romance on its improvement list PCGamesN
  5. "I'm Truly Sorry": Baldur's Gate 3 Dev Reveals Why One Companion Was Neglected OpenCritic
 
The first sets with Lego’s new Smart Brick are now available for preorder - The Verge - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:31:29 GMT
  1. The first sets with Lego’s new Smart Brick are now available for preorder The Verge
  2. I played with the Lego Smart Brick The Verge
  3. ‘Star Wars’ video game played live on Las Vegas Sphere stuns fans in wild Disney spectacle New York Post
  4. Smart Bricks Are Lego’s Biggest CES Reveal in Years. Which Preorder Sets Should Fans Grab First? Popular Mechanics
  5. Lego’s Smart Brick Gives the Iconic Analog Toy a New Digital Brain WIRED
 
Livestream FA Cup Soccer: Watch Wrexham vs. Nottingham Forest From Anywhere - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:31:00 GMT
The Welsh club is aiming for a cup shock against a struggling Premier League side.
 
Best Robot Vacuums: Our Latest Lab Testing Reveals the Best Robots for the New Year - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMT
We've completely overhauled our robot vacuum testing to include new checks for pickup power, navigation, obstacle avoidance and more. These are the models that stood out to us in 2026.
 
The Most Futuristic Robot Vacuum Is Here. It Cleans, Hops and Climbs - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMT
Roborock's Saros Rover rightfully earned our Best of CES award, as I saw it successfully dodge obstacles, clean and even dance.
 
Dell admits customers are not buying PCs just because they "have AI" - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:29:00 GMT

While much of the IT industry continues to abuse AI as a stale marketing buzzword, Dell appears more interested in selling practical PC systems. CES 2026 was dominated by talk of an "AI revolution," but the US manufacturer delivered a notably different message. In fact, Dell was among the few...

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The Golden Globes signs a deal with Polymarket, which will provide stats and predictions about the awards show at the official 2026 viewing party (Jordan Moreau/Variety) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:20:01 GMT

Jordan Moreau / Variety:
The Golden Globes signs a deal with Polymarket, which will provide stats and predictions about the awards show at the official 2026 viewing party — The fast-rising digital marketplace will offer real-time forecasts for winners in top races during Sunday's live telecast on CBS

 
MIT named to prestigious 2026 honor roll for mental health services - MIT Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:20:00 GMT
Princeton Review recognizes MIT as one of 30 institutions with a strong commitment to mental health and well-being.
 
Is Orion’s heat shield really safe? New NASA chief conducts final review on eve of flight. - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:17:41 GMT
"That level of openness and transparency is exactly what should be expected of NASA."
 
Disney Plus Will Follow ESPN in Rolling Out Vertical Video for the TikTok Generation - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:08:00 GMT
The vertical video content is meant to appeal to younger viewers and will begin appearing later this year.
 
How to Watch Indiana vs. Oregon: Start Time, TV Channel for Peach Bowl CFP Semifinal - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:01:23 GMT
The No. 1 Hoosiers and No. 5 Ducks face off in the Peach Bowl tonight. See the best options for watching the game.
 
A Phone With a Robot Arm? I Got a First Glimpse at Honor's Quirky Camera Phone - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:01:22 GMT
Robots are everywhere at CES 2026, but it's a robot phone that has me most intrigued.
 
Hackaday Podcast Episode 352: Visualizing Sound, and Windows 11 Is a Dog - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:00:40 GMT
This week, Hackaday’s Elliot Williams and Kristina Panos met up over coffee to bring you the latest news, mystery sound results show, and of course, a big bunch of hacks …read more
 
The Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT
Clicks is an apologetically gadgety company, making gear that feels charmingly out-of-place in a world where almost every smartphone out there is an all-screen slab. That was obviously two years ago when the company first revealed its keyboard case that brought tactile typing to the iPhone and eventually other Android devices. Rather than that being a one-off curiosity, the company had two new announcements at CES 2026: a magnetic keyboard accessory that also doubles as a battery bank and small, squat mobile phone with a keyboard. And while there isn’t a working prototype of the Clicks Communicator available for the press to see, I got to check out the new Power Keyboard talk with Clicks co-founder and former BlackBerry marketing director Jeff Gadway about where he thinks his products fit into the smartphone world.
 
The Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for - Engadget - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT
  1. The Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for Engadget
  2. Clicks debuts its own take on the BlackBerry smartphone, plus a $79 snap-on mobile keyboard TechCrunch
  3. 2006 just called – this Blackberry-style phone has a physical keyboard, a headphone jack and a microSD card slot TechRadar
  4. My Clicks Communicator Hands-On: Boldly Going Where Phones Have Been Before CNET
  5. I Tried the Clicks Communicator Phone and It Left Me Nostalgic for the BlackBerry Era PCMag
 
Meta announces a slew of nuclear energy agreements - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:53:37 GMT
Meta has announced three new agreements to purchase nuclear power for its AI infrastructure as well as the Prometheus supercluster, a 1-gigawatt data center being built in Ohio. The social media giant is partnering with power companies Vistra, TerraPower and Oklo to deliver an expected 6.6 gigawatts of generation to its projects by 2035.
 
These 60,000-year-old poison arrows are oldest yet found - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:49:51 GMT
Hunter-gatherers probably derived the poison from the milky bulb extract of a Boophone disticha plant.
 
You Can Get a Fujifilm X half For Free as Part of an X-T5 Kit - PetaPixel - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:46:09 GMT
  1. You Can Get a Fujifilm X half For Free as Part of an X-T5 Kit PetaPixel
  2. The weird way to get a "free" X half Yahoo! Tech
  3. Fujifilm freebie alert! This retailer is giving away Fujifilm’s tiny retro compact camera free with a mirrorless kit Digital Camera World
  4. Fujifilm X half White Edition Launched Fuji Rumors
  5. The Fujifilm X-Half is becoming a cult classic – and it's now got a $200 discount! Digital Camera World
 
X’s half-assed attempt to paywall Grok doesn’t block free image editing - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:46:04 GMT
Faced with a ban in the United Kingdom, X pushes flawed fix to CSAM problem.
 
Ocenaudio is an easy cross-platform editor for everyday audio tasks - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:42:00 GMT
Ocenaudio is a fast and lightweight audio editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux, designed for quick edits without a learning curve. It offers real-time effects preview and reliable support for all common audio formats. Recent updates have brought improved visual tools and smoother performance.
 
All the tech and gadgets announced at CES 2026 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:41:18 GMT
It's the first week of a new year and there's no time for the tech world to slowly ease back into things following the holidays. That's because CES 2026 is upon us. All manner of companies descended on Las Vegas to reveal their latest innovations and what they're planning to bring your way in the near future.
 
Apple Releases A Further Surprise iPhone Update For Millions Of Users - Forbes - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:20:00 GMT
  1. Apple Releases A Further Surprise iPhone Update For Millions Of Users Forbes
  2. iOS 26.3 Could Make It Easy to Switch to an Android if You Want CNET
  3. iOS 26.3 Beta 2 Coming Soon With These New Features bgr.com
  4. Apple Again Tests Background Security Updates in iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3 MacRumors
  5. Apple Deploys ‘Secret’ Security Update for iPhone Users — Report mandatory.com
 
The UK FCA grants Ripple approval for its Electronic Money Institution license and crypto asset registration, clearing the way for Ripple's UK expansion (Sarah Wynn/The Block) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:15:01 GMT

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The UK FCA grants Ripple approval for its Electronic Money Institution license and crypto asset registration, clearing the way for Ripple's UK expansion — Partner offers — Quick Take — The Financial Conduct Authority granted Ripple approval for its Electronic Money Institution license …

 
EXCLUSIVE: Maxon Explains Its Controversial AI Tool - 80 Level - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:14:10 GMT
EXCLUSIVE: Maxon Explains Its Controversial AI Tool 80 LevelView Full Coverage on Google News
 
Another Source Reveals What They Know About The 'Secret' Xbox Developer Direct Game - Pure Xbox - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:07:00 GMT
  1. Another Source Reveals What They Know About The 'Secret' Xbox Developer Direct Game Pure Xbox
  2. Developer_Direct Returns January 22: Watch Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation Gameplay, Direct from the Studios Xbox Wire
  3. Mark Your Calendars: Our First Look at Japan-Based 'Forza Horizon 6' Gameplay Arrives January 22nd Road & Track
  4. Xbox Developer Direct 2026 Announced, Featuring Fable and Forza Horizon 6 IGN
  5. The Xbox Developer Direct will feature a secret fourth game Video Games Chronicle
 
CES 2026 offered a lonely vision of the future - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT
LG opened CES 2026 by outlining its vision to reduce the physical effort and mental burden of life. Buy enough of the devices it’s presently working on and you’ll exist in an environment of “ambient care,” coddled by the machinery in your home. It sounds positively utopian: When the sensors in your bed know you’ve not slept well and are getting a cold, a robot will wake you with a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. When you’re in a rush to get to work, the robot will make you a sandwich for you to eat on the go, sparing you the effort of making it yourself. The more I roamed the halls of the show after that, the more I couldn’t help feeling uneasy about what so many companies here were pitching. To me, the vision of the future on show here is equal parts solitary and infantilized.
 
Silicon Valley Billionaires Panic Over California’s Proposed Wealth Tax - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Larry Page’s apparent Florida move highlights how seriously the ultra-rich are taking a one-time tax aimed at extreme wealth inequality.
 
Titus and the Wardens of Ultramar are on parade thanks to our talented community painters - Warhammer Community - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:58:38 GMT
  1. Titus and the Wardens of Ultramar are on parade thanks to our talented community painters Warhammer Community
  2. 500 Worlds: Titus – Will you brave a deadly campaign on the war-torn Vespator Front? Warhammer Community
  3. Warhammer 40k's newest detachment is an Ultramarines melee army with zero chill wargamer.com
  4. Warhammer 40K: ‘500 Worlds’ New Map-Based Campaign Bell of Lost Souls
  5. RECLAIM THE 500 WORLDS OF ULTRAMAR IN 'WARHAMMER 40,000' ICv2
 
Pokémon TCG Pocket: Mega Charizard Y ex Deck List Strategy - Pokemon.com - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:55:13 GMT
Pokémon TCG Pocket: Mega Charizard Y ex Deck List Strategy Pokemon.com
 
Rocket Report: A new super-heavy launch site in California; 2025 year in review - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:50:25 GMT
SpaceX opened its 2026 launch campaign with a mission for the Italian government.
 
Using AI, Mathematicians Find Hidden Glitches in Fluid Equations - Quanta Magazine - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:49:37 GMT
Using AI, Mathematicians Find Hidden Glitches in Fluid Equations Quanta Magazine
 
Illinois Department of Human Services data breach affects 700K people - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:37:41 GMT
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), one of Illinois' largest state agencies, accidentally exposed the personal and health data of nearly 700,000 residents due to incorrect privacy settings. [...]
 
a16z captured 18%+ of all venture capital allocated in the US in 2025 and now manages $90B in assets, vs. Sequoia Capital's $56B and General Catalyst's $43B (Iain Martin/Forbes) - Techmeme Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:35:00 GMT

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a16z captured 18%+ of all venture capital allocated in the US in 2025 and now manages $90B in assets, vs. Sequoia Capital's $56B and General Catalyst's $43B — Andreessen Horowitz has raised $15 billion for five new growth and venture funds in one of the largest-ever raises for a venture capital fund.

 
Elon Musk's AI startup is losing billions – and building something huge - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMT

For the September 2025 quarter, xAI reported a net loss of $1.46 billion, up from $1 billion earlier in the year. The company burned through $7.8 billion in cash during the first nine months alone, driven by heavy spending on data centers, Nvidia GPU purchases, and compensation tied to AI...

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X Didn’t Fix Grok's ‘Undressing’ Problem. It Just Makes People Pay for It - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:19:18 GMT
X is allowing only “verified” users to create images with Grok. Experts say it represents the “monetization of abuse”—and anyone can still generate images on Grok’s app and website.
 
iOS 26.3 Could Make It Easy to Switch to an Android if You Want - CNET Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:18:00 GMT
The upcoming iPhone update could also make it easier for you to connect a non-Apple smartwatch to your device.
 
Microsoft Windows Media Player stops serving up CD album info - theregister.com - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:12:00 GMT
Microsoft Windows Media Player stops serving up CD album info theregister.com
 
This Apple 25W MagSafe charger is on sale for only $30 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:10:35 GMT
If you want a wireless charger for your iPhone and prefer to stick with Apple, Amazon has a sale that may pique your interest. The retailer is selling the one meter Apple Magsafe charger for $30, saving you $10 off the regular price, while also selling the two meter model for $40 ($10 off).
 
Email security needs more seatbelts: Why click rate is the wrong metric - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:01:11 GMT
Click rate misses the real email security risk: what attackers can do after they access a mailbox. Material Security explains why containment and post-compromise impact matter more than phishing metrics. [...]
 
NPAPI and the Hot-Pluggable World Wide Web - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:50 GMT
In today’s Chromed-up world it can be hard to remember an era where browsers could be extended with not just extensions, but also with plugins. Although for those of us …read more
 
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for January 12 to 16 - Xbox Wire - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:14 GMT
  1. Next Week on Xbox: New Games for January 12 to 16 Xbox Wire
  2. This Year, We’re Leveling Up with Indie Games: Indie Selects for January Xbox Wire
  3. 5 standout ID@Xbox titles to keep you warm this January Yahoo! Tech
  4. These Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (January 5-9) Pure Xbox
  5. New Xbox Indie Games for 2026 GAM3S.GG
 
Sharpa's ping-pong playing, blackjack dealing humanoid is working overtime at CES 2026 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT
There were no idle hands at Sharpa's CES booth. The company's humanoid may have been the busiest bot at show, autonomously playing ping-pong, dealing blackjack games and taking selfies with passersby. On display wasn't just the robot and its smarts, but also SharpaWave, a highly dexterous 1:1 scale human hand.
 
“Ungentrified” Craigslist may be the last real place on the Internet - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:56:59 GMT
People still use Craigslist to find jobs, love, and even to cast creative projects.
 
The new Anker 45W Nano charger with smart display from CES is $10 off already - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:46:26 GMT
Anker rolled out a bunch of new chargers and other gear at CES 2026, including a cute one that's already on sale. The new Nano charger with smart display, which is an upgrade to the existing Nano charger in Anker's lineup, is on sale for $30 right now while you can pre-order it. That's $10 off the regular MSRP, and shipments will start going out on January 20.
 
The new Anker 45W Nano charger with smart display from CES is $10 off already - Engadget - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:46:26 GMT
  1. The new Anker 45W Nano charger with smart display from CES is $10 off already Engadget
  2. The best phone chargers and portable power solutions at CES 2026 The Verge
  3. Anker's new Nano charger has a clever plug, but loses its biggest feature on Android [Gallery] 9to5Google
  4. Anker Unveils Expansive Accessories, Smart Home and Audio Lineup at CES 2026 hypebeast.com
  5. Anker's brand-new chargers & docks are up to 25% off this weekend AppleInsider
 
Grok image generation is now paywalled on X amid AI "undressing" controversy (update: not paywalled) - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:38:00 GMT

There has been growing outcry over Grok after it was revealed that the chatbot is being used to generated nude and other sexualized deepfakes, sometimes involving minors. A study found that it created about 6,700 images every hour that were identified as sexually suggestive or nudifying. For comparison, the other...

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AirTag deal: Get four of the Bluetooth trackers for only $65 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:15:36 GMT
Apple keeps most of its product pricing on a tight leash, but we do see the company's AirTags go on sale pretty frequently. Another cost cut has come around for this item just in time for the holidays. Amazon is currently selling a four-pack of AirTags for $65. At a third off the regular cost, that price is pretty close to the record low discount of $63 we've seen for these Bluetooth trackers.
 
General Motors writes down $6 billion as domestic EV sales plans change - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:02:41 GMT
Canceled contracts and scaled-back product plans turn out to be costly.
 
The weirdest tech we've seen at CES 2026 so far - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:02:02 GMT
CES is a launchpad for serious tech, but it’s also where companies proudly unveil devices that make you stop mid-scroll and whisper, “Wait, this is real?” We’ve been keeping a running list of the strangest, funniest and most unexpectedly compelling gadgets we’ve spotted in Las Vegas, from bathroom computers to robots that look like they escaped a Pixar pitch meeting.
 
The weirdest tech we've seen at CES 2026 so far - Engadget - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:02:02 GMT
  1. The weirdest tech we've seen at CES 2026 so far Engadget
  2. CES 2026: The weirdest gadgets we saw at Consumer Electronics Show qz.com
  3. This Lollipop Plays Tunes in Your Head Using Bone Conduction. I Tried It and Was Floored CNET
  4. Lollipop uses tech to create 'concert in your mouth.' See how it works. USA Today
  5. CES 2026: Lollipops that play music in your brain, Mars solar bots, and the robots rating your chores Tech Funding News
 
NASA is ending Crew-11 astronauts' mission a month early - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT
NASA has decided to bring the Crew-11 astronauts home a month earlier than originally planned due to a “medical concern” with one of them. This is the first time in its history that the space agency is cutting a mission short due to a medical issue, but it didn’t identify the crew member or divulge the exact situation and its severity. The astronauts will be heading back to Earth in the coming days. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the agency will be releasing more details about their flight back home within 48 hours.
 
Dolby Vision 2 is coming this year, here’s what you need to know - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Dolby may have announced Dolby Vision 2 a few months ago, but the company gave the new platform its first big reveal at CES 2026. I got the chance to see the improvements in person for the first time, thanks to a variety of demos and Q&A sessions. Dolby Vision 2 will be available this year, but initially, it will be limited. As such, I’ve compiled the info on where the image engine will be available first, and what’s likely to come next in terms of where and how you can use it. But first, let’s quickly summarize what Dolby Vision 2 will even do for your TV.
 
Shopper stunned after turning thrift store tech on for first time in years: 'I'm so jealous' - Yahoo - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT
Shopper stunned after turning thrift store tech on for first time in years: 'I'm so jealous' Yahoo
 
IndyCar gets new technical inspection truck and tools - RACER - Racing News - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:59:00 GMT
IndyCar gets new technical inspection truck and tools RACER - Racing News
 
FCC proposal could bring outdoor, higher-power Wi-Fi to 6 GHz band - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:56:00 GMT

Unlike current low-power indoor (LPI) and very-low-power (VLP) systems, GVP devices will operate at higher energy levels – up to 11 dBm per MHz power spectral density and 24 dBm equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) – giving them greater range, throughput, and reliability.

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Amazon's Kindle is $20 off right now - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:50:35 GMT
If you're one of the many who made a New Year's resolution to read more, an ereader can help by putting your whole library (and more) at your fingertips wherever you are. While not as expensive as an iPad or another flagship tablet, these e-paper devices can be more expensive than you think, but right now you can save on one of our favorites. Amazon's base Kindle is on sale for $90 — that's $20 less than usual and only $10 more than its record-low price.
 
CES 2026 Day 3: The most interesting tech that's still on the show floor - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:47:24 GMT
Even as CES 2026 wraps up soon, there’s no shortage of standout hardware hiding in plain sight. From genuinely quieter yard tools to ultra-light EVs and companion robots that want to remember your family, Day 3 was all about tech that felt a little more considered — and in some cases, refreshingly practical.
 
Illinois man charged with hacking Snapchat accounts to steal nude photos - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:46:29 GMT
U.S. prosecutors have charged an Illinois man with orchestrating a phishing operation that allowed him to hack the Snapchat accounts of nearly 600 women to steal private photos and sell them online. [...]
 
The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for a record-low price - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:37:55 GMT
The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for the lowest price we've ever seen. You can pick up the smartwatch for $299, which is 25 percent off its regular price, a discount of $100. Discounts tend to increase as we get closer to September, when the next generation of Apple Watch is typically announced.
 
Crimson Desert's Open World Is at Least Twice as Big as Skyrim's, and Larger Than the Red Dead Redemption 2 Map - IGN - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:33:46 GMT
  1. Crimson Desert's Open World Is at Least Twice as Big as Skyrim's, and Larger Than the Red Dead Redemption 2 Map IGN
  2. Opinion: I'm All Aboard The Crimson Desert Hype Train GameTyrant
  3. Elder Scrolls Inspired AAA RPG Is Twice The Size of Skyrim, Bigger Than Red Dead GAMINGbible
  4. Crimson Desert: New gameplay and details from Pearl Abyss MondoXbox
  5. Crimson Desert Coming to NVIDIA GeForce NOW GamingTrend
 
Nvidia could delay the RTX 5000 Super series indefinitely as AMD offers no 2026 competition - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:22:00 GMT

It had been expected that Nvidia would replicate what it did with the RTX 4000 series and release an RTX 5000 Super line within a year of the vanilla version's launch.

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Here’s how Android 17’s App Lock will handle notifications - Android Police - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:18:00 GMT
  1. Here’s how Android 17’s App Lock will handle notifications Android Police
  2. Android 17's new App Lock might stop your notifications from spilling secrets Android Authority
  3. One UI 9 could bring the App Lock feature to Galaxy phones this year SamMobile
  4. Google Android 17 will hide your private messages from prying eyes - no one will see them Gizchina.com
  5. Android 17 App Lock Blocks Notification Previews findarticles.com
 
CES 2026: I tried Xreal's unreleased ROG R1 gaming glasses - Mashable - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:08:14 GMT
  1. CES 2026: I tried Xreal's unreleased ROG R1 gaming glasses Mashable
  2. I Played Switch Games in 3D on XReal's New Smart Glasses, and It's Wild (and Weird) PCMag
  3. ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces ROG XREAL R1 AR Gaming Glasses ASUS Pressroom
  4. Xreal's Latest Glasses Get Better and Cheaper. And There's a Switch Dock, Too CNET
  5. Smart Glasses Pioneer Xreal Raises $100 Million in New Funding Bloomberg.com
 
Kia's budget EV2 arrives with up to 240 miles of range - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:00:38 GMT
Kia has unveiled its new entry level electric vehicle, the EV2. The boxy model strongly resembles the company's Soul (Kia did make an electric Soul at one point) and has very similar dimensions, though it's slightly shorter in height and length. It's not exactly a range monster and will charge a bit slower than the competition. The EV2 launched at the Brussels Motor Show and the company said it has no plans for US availability at this point.
 
Spotify is no longer running ads for ICE - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT
There are no recruitment ads for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) running on Spotify at the moment, the streaming service has told Variety. A spokesperson has confirmed the news after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis, but they also clarified that the ads stopped running in late 2025. “The advertisements mentioned were part of a US government recruitment campaign that ran across all major media and platforms,” they explained.
 
Lego is trying to make tech invisible with Smart Play - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Probably my favorite thing about the Lego Smart Play system unveiled this week at CES is that it was designed for kids, first and foremost. In the past 10 years or so, Lego has increasingly courted an older audience with more expensive and elaborate sets. But when it was time to bring more advanced technology to Lego, the idea right from the beginning was more social and interactive play.
 
Google Talks On Hiring A GEO/AEO/SEO & Buying AI-Optimization Tools - Search Engine Roundtable - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:51:00 GMT
  1. Google Talks On Hiring A GEO/AEO/SEO & Buying AI-Optimization Tools Search Engine Roundtable
  2. Google’s John Mueller on SEO vs. GEO: Focus on audience behavior Search Engine Land
  3. Google’s Mueller Weighs In On SEO vs GEO Debate Search Engine Journal
  4. Google’s Mueller: Focus on User Data Over SEO vs GEO in AI Search Shift WebProNews
  5. Google's John Mueller Answers If You Should Invest In GEO Search Engine Roundtable
 
That time when an AI police report hallucinated an officer turning into a frog - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:47:00 GMT

A recent Utah police report falsely stated that one of its officers had transformed into a frog. The error was a striking example of AI-generated hallucination that has crept into police work, as departments increase their reliance on the technology.

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YouTube's updated filters are good news for anyone sick of Shorts - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:03:00 GMT

YouTube writes that as a result of user feedback, it is enhancing the search experience by updating the filters. In addition to introducing new options, others are being renamed and removed.

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Play Games in UEFI…to Access Your Computer - Hack a Day Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:14 GMT
These days, bootstrapping a computer is a pretty straight forward process, at least as far as the user is concerned. But in the olden days, one would have to manually …read more
 
Conservative Lawmakers Want Porn Taxes. Critics Say They’re Unconstitutional - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Alabama passed a 10 percent porn tax last year, as Utah and Pennsylvania eye similar bills. Half the country has enacted age-verification laws to prevent minors from viewing porn.
 
Xbox is bringing Avowed to PS5 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Another first-party Xbox game is making the leap to PlayStation 5. This time around, Obsidian’s Avowed — one of our favorite games of last year — is crossing the great divide. The fantasy action RPG will hit Sony’s console on February 17, one day shy of the game’s first anniversary.
 
Strava will now recommend personalised workouts and GPS routes based on your goals - BikeRadar - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:48:20 GMT
Strava will now recommend personalised workouts and GPS routes based on your goals BikeRadarView Full Coverage on Google News
 
iPhone Fold to Pave Way for Thinner, Brighter Display on iPhone Air 2 - MacRumors - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:37:06 GMT
  1. iPhone Fold to Pave Way for Thinner, Brighter Display on iPhone Air 2 MacRumors
  2. iPhone Air 2 could get thinner & brighter screen because of iPhone Fold tech AppleInsider
  3. iPhone Air 2 could get two of the most requested feature upgrades 9to5Mac
  4. Foldable iPhone, iPhone Air 2, and Galaxy S26 Ultra could all benefit from the same upgrade PhoneArena
  5. iPhone Air 2 Leak Sparks Excitement and Controversy Geeky Gadgets
 
‘Physical AI’ Is Coming for Your Car - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:30:00 GMT
What the latest tech-marketing buzzword has to say about the future of automotive.
 
Mesa 26.0 RADV Lands Dedicated Transfer-Only Queue Using SDMA - Phoronix - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:28:00 GMT
Mesa 26.0 RADV Lands Dedicated Transfer-Only Queue Using SDMA Phoronix
 
Jensen Huang is calling it: Human-like robots arrive in 2026 - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:15:00 GMT

During a Q&A session on Tuesday, Huang didn't hesitate when asked how long it would take for humanoid robots to match human-level ability. "This year," he said. His confidence drew attention, especially as several nearby demonstrations revealed just how unfinished the field still looks.

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Burtran Nano-Oxy Smart Air Purifier: Safe Sleep? - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:02:00 GMT
This negative-oxygen-ion-generating purifier claims to create a “forestlike atmosphere” in your bedroom.
 
Crispr Pioneer Launches Startup to Make Tailored Gene-Editing Treatments - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Aurora Therapeutics, cofounded by Nobel Prize–winning scientist Jennifer Doudna, plans to use gene editing and a new FDA regulatory pathway to commercialize treatments for rare diseases.
 
Microsoft is making it much easier to add hyperlinks in Word docs - The Verge - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:58:11 GMT
  1. Microsoft is making it much easier to add hyperlinks in Word docs The Verge
  2. Microsoft confirms one of the most basic functions in Word is getting a useful upgrade Neowin
  3. Microsoft Word is making a big change to web links How-To Geek
  4. Microsoft is making it faster and easier to add hyperlinks to Word BetaNews
  5. Microsoft just fixed one of Word’s most annoying quirks Digital Trends
 
Manor Lords publisher Hooded Horse won't work with studios using generative AI - GamesIndustry.biz - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:47:11 GMT
  1. Manor Lords publisher Hooded Horse won't work with studios using generative AI GamesIndustry.biz
  2. Manor Lords Publisher Has Banned AI Assets In Its Games, Calls Them "Cancerous" GameSpot
  3. 'It's cancerous:' Manor Lords publisher Hooded Horse wants to avoid genAI like the plague Game Developer
  4. 'I f**king hate gen AI art,' Hooded Horse chief says: 'If we're publishing the game, no f**king AI assets' PC Gamer
  5. Hooded Horse ban AI-generated art in their games: "all this thing has done is made our lives more difficult" Rock Paper Shotgun
 
Trend Micro warns of critical Apex Central RCE vulnerability - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:40:26 GMT
Japanese cybersecurity software firm Trend Micro has patched a critical security flaw in Apex Central (on-premise) that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. [...]
 
This website plays the lottery every second to show why you'll (almost certainly) never win big - TechSpot Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The Lottery Every Second website simulates draws for the US Powerball and the EuroJackpot, which is played in 18 European countries.

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The 15 best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play in 2026 - The Guardian - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:01:00 GMT
  1. The 15 best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play in 2026 The Guardian
  2. Our Nintendo 2026 Predictions Spectacular - NVC 794 IGN
  3. Switch 2’s AAA ambitions face a make-or-break year in 2026 Creative Bloq
  4. The Ultimate Nintendo Switch 2 Buyers Guide Nintendo Wire
  5. Nintendo Switch 2 2026 Updated Release Schedule: Confirmed Games and Dates as of January Men's Journal
 
The 7 best cordless vacuums for 2026 - Engadget Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:00:36 GMT
Old-school, upright vacuums left a lot to be desired, and cordless models are here to right many of those wrongs. These types of vacuums tend to be thinner, lighter and easy to maneuver around a home, and you don’t really have to sacrifice suction power anymore to get those benefits. Dyson isn’t your only option anymore either — like the robot vacuum space, there are dozens of cordless vacuums to choose from today. Variety is great, but it can also lead to decision fatigue and confusion.

We at Engadget can help make that decision a bit easier. After testing a bunch of the best cordless stick vacuums available today, we’ve come up with our top picks, plus loads of buying advice to help you figure out which is the best cordless vacuum for you.
 
The Oceans Just Keep Getting Hotter - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT
For the eighth year in a row, the world’s oceans absorbed a record-breaking amount of heat in 2025. It was equivalent to the energy it would take to boil 2 billion Olympic swimming pools.
 
NZXT Discount Codes: 50% Off in January 2026 - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Save 50%, plus up to $250 with NZXT promo codes and discounts.
 
Skullcandy Discount Codes and Deals: Up to 47% Off Top Products - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Save on Skullcandy audio with 47% off Crusher Evo headphones, 36% off Crusher ANC 2 noise-canceling headphones, and more with top deals.
 
AT&T Promo Codes and Bundle Deals: Save $50 in January - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:20:00 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.
 
NordVPN Coupons and Deals: 77% Off in January 2026 - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:10:00 GMT
Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.
 
$20 Chewy Promo Code | January 2026 - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:10:00 GMT
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $20 off $49 orders, 50% off pet food, and more winter 2026 discounts.
 
20% Squarespace Promo Codes | January 2026 - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT
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3 Questions: How AI could optimize the power grid - MIT Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT
While the growing energy demands of AI are worrying, some techniques can also help make power grids cleaner and more efficient.
 
NASA orders “controlled medical evacuation” from the International Space Station - ArsTechnica Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:26:28 GMT
"The crew is highly trained, and they came to the aid of their colleague right away."
 
CISA retires 10 emergency cyber orders in rare bulk closure - Bleeping Computer Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:46:07 GMT
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has retired 10 Emergency Directives issued between 2019 and 2024, saying that the required actions have been completed or are now covered by Binding Operational Directive 22-01. [...]
 
ICE Agent Who Reportedly Shot Renee Good Was a Firearms Trainer, per Testimony - Wired Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:19:26 GMT
Jonathan Ross told a federal court in December about his professional background, including “hundreds” of encounters with drivers during enforcement actions, according to testimony obtained by WIRED.
 
CES 2026: Would you spend $9K on this OLED smart purse? - Mashable - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:53:35 GMT
  1. CES 2026: Would you spend $9K on this OLED smart purse? Mashable
  2. This luxury smart handbag changes colour as per your outfit The Indian Express
  3. Peuty: Handbag with OLED display heise online
  4. World’s first smart luxury handbag adapts to the owner’s style for any occasion supercarblondie.com
  5. This luxury handbag uses an OLED screen to match your outfit Digital Trends
 
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance comes to Nintendo Classics! – News – Nintendo Official Site - nintendo.com - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:01:56 GMT
  1. Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance comes to Nintendo Classics! – News – Nintendo Official Site nintendo.com
  2. Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance Joins Switch 2 GameCube Library Crunchyroll
  3. Fire Emblem: Path Of Radiance Joins Switch Online GameCube Library Game Informer
  4. Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance on Switch 2 via NSO Siliconera
  5. The best Fire Emblem game just released on the Nintendo Switch Polygon
 
Season Start: For Demacia! Emote Twitch Drops - League of Legends - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:16:00 GMT
  1. Season Start: For Demacia! Emote Twitch Drops League of Legends
  2. League of Legends reintroduces duo queue in High Elo to Ranked Solo/Duo ladder Sheep Esports
  3. LCK Players React to 2026 Preseason Patch: Teleport Still Essential for Top Lane, Jungle Rewards Underwhelming Inven Global
  4. League Of Legends Unveils 2026 For Demacia Cinematic Salvation Shane the Gamer
  5. League of Legends 2026 Season 1 Act 1: For Demacia is Out Now GameGrin
 
These Are the Most Head-Turning TVs of CES 2026 - CNET - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:07:00 GMT
  1. These Are the Most Head-Turning TVs of CES 2026 CNET
  2. Samsung unveils 'world's largest' TV of its kind at 130 inches Fox Business
  3. The biggest new TV announcements at CES 2026 from Samsung, LG and TCL Engadget
  4. [CES 2026] An Entertainment Companion for Every Moment Seen and Heard Samsung Global Newsroom
  5. Exclusive: Samsung to double AI mobile devices to 800 million units this year Reuters
 
Xbox’s Towerborne is switching from a free-to-play game to a paid one - The Verge - Google Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:05:00 GMT
  1. Xbox’s Towerborne is switching from a free-to-play game to a paid one The Verge
  2. Towerborne Launches February 26 with Massive Full Game Update Xbox Wire
  3. Towerborne, The Action RPG By The Makers Of The Banner Saga, Launches Out Of Early Access Next Month Game Informer
  4. Xbox-Published Game Towerborne Ditches Free-To-Play Model, Launches 'In Full' This February Pure Xbox
  5. Towerborne Exiting Early Access, Coming To PS5 In February Insider Gaming
 
Gmail's new AI Inbox uses Gemini, but Google says it won’t train AI on user emails - Bleeping Computer Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:46:30 GMT
Google says it's rolling out a new feature called 'AI Inbox,' which summarizes all your emails, but the company promises it won't train its models on your emails. [...]
 
New China-linked hackers breach telcos using edge device exploits - Bleeping Computer Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:39:12 GMT
A sophisticated threat actor that uses Linux-based malware to target telecommunications providers has recently broadened its operations to include organizations in Southeastern Europe. [...]
 
These new Android Find Hub trackers have paper batteries – yes, paper [Gallery] - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:35:00 GMT
These new Android Find Hub trackers have paper batteries – yes, paper [Gallery] 9to5Google
 
Lumus brought a massively wider FOV to smartglasses at CES 2026 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:32:45 GMT
Lumus got a major boost in brand recognition when one of its waveguides was selected for use in the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses. But that already feels like old tech now because at CES 2026, the company brought some of its latest components to the show and based on what I saw, they seem poised to seriously elevate the optical quality of the next wave of high-end smartglasses.
 
FBI warns about Kimsuky hackers using QR codes to phish U.S. orgs - Bleeping Computer Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:57:05 GMT
The North Korean state-sponsored hacker group Kimsuki is using malicious QR codes in spearphishing campaigns that target U.S. organizations, the Federal Bureau of Investigation warns in a flash alert. [...]
 
xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI - Bleeping Computer Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:43:00 GMT
Elon Musk-backed xAI has been missing in action for a while now, but today, Musk teased a major upgrade for Grok alongside new products. [...]
 
2.009 mechanical engineering students embrace “cycles” - MIT Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:10:00 GMT
Six MIT student teams pitched products during the annual capstone course prototype launch event.
 
Logitech's Mac apps broke because their own security certificate expired - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:07:00 GMT

Mac users who rely on Logitech hardware recently ran into an unusual reliability issue. On Monday, the two primary macOS applications used to manage Logitech devices suddenly stopped working. As it turned out, the failure stemmed from a major mistake made by the developers with a security certificate embedded within...

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Michigan man learns the hard way that “catch a cheater” spyware apps aren’t legal - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:02:31 GMT
Spying doesn't become legal just because "cheaters" are the targets.
 
Decoding the Arctic to predict winter weather - MIT Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:55:00 GMT
With the help of AI, MIT Research Scientist Judah Cohen is reshaping subseasonal forecasting, with the goal of extending the lead time for predicting impactful weather.
 
HWiNFO delivers deep hardware insights and sensor monitoring - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:50:00 GMT
HWiNFO is designed to report detailed hardware information alongside real-time monitoring of system sensors. It reports granular data for CPUs, GPUs, memory, storage, and motherboards, including temperatures, clock speeds, voltages, power draw, and throttling behavior.
 
Handwriting is my new favorite way to text with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:37:44 GMT
When Meta first announced its display-enabled smart glasses last year, it teased a handwriting feature that allows users to send messages by tracing letters with their hands. Now, the company is starting to roll it out, with people enrolled in its early access program getting it first,
 
Eighteen MIT faculty honored as “Committed to Caring” for 2025-27 - MIT Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:35:00 GMT
The program recognizes outstanding mentorship of graduate students.
 
VMware ESXi zero-days likely exploited a year before disclosure - Bleeping Computer Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:27:19 GMT
Chinese-speaking threat actors used a compromised SonicWall VPN appliance to deliver a VMware ESXi exploit toolkit that seems to have been developed more than a year before the targeted vulnerabilities became publicly known. [...]
 
IXI’s autofocusing lenses are almost ready to replace multifocal glasses - Engadget - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:26:08 GMT
  1. IXI’s autofocusing lenses are almost ready to replace multifocal glasses Engadget
  2. ‘Autofocus’ glasses can change their lenses in real time CNN
  3. These Smart Glasses Would Adjust Focus on the Fly Based on Your Eye Movements CNET
  4. ‘We’re redefining eyewear on a really high level. I like to use a camera analogy: fixed focus, manual focus, and then autofocus. What we’re trying to do is autofocus’ – IXI's CEO on the tech behind CES 2026’s most exciting eyeglasses TechRadar
  5. Autofocusing Smart Glasses With Eye Tracking Tech Could Make Bifocals Obsolete HotHardware
 
IXI’s autofocusing lenses are almost ready to replace multifocal glasses - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:26:08 GMT
While wave upon wave of smartglasses and face-based wearables crash on the shores of CES, traditional glasses really haven’t changed much over the hundreds of years we’ve been using them. The last innovation, arguably, was progressive multifocals that blended near and farsighted lenses — and that was back in the 1950s. It makes sense that autofocusing glasses maker IXI thinks it’s time to modernize glasses.
 
Why a Chinese Robot Vacuum Company Spun Off Not One but Two EV Brands - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:25:40 GMT
The pivot doesn’t look out of place at CES, where Chinese electronics companies are increasingly applying their manufacturing prowess to new industries.
 
Samsung Silently Changes Android On Hundreds Of Millions Of Phones - Forbes - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:16:00 GMT
  1. Samsung Silently Changes Android On Hundreds Of Millions Of Phones Forbes
  2. Samsung monthly updates: January 2026 security patch details SamMobile
  3. From 2025 into 2026: all Samsung updates released in this unique week Sammy Fans
  4. Samsung Rolls Out January 2026 Update, Starting with Galaxy A34 SammyGuru
  5. Samsung Galaxy A55 & A34 Get January 2026 Security Update with 55 Fixes Android Headlines
 
Wi-Fi advocates get win from FCC with vote to allow higher-power devices - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:13:55 GMT
FCC says new category of devices "can operate outdoors and at higher power."
 
Boston Dynamics unveils production-ready version of Atlas robot at CES 2026 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:07:37 GMT
After years of testing its humanoid robot (and forcing it to dance), Boston Dynamics' Atlas is entering production. The robotics company said at CES 2026 that the final product version of the robot is being built now, and the first companies that will receive deployments are Hyundai, Boston Dynamics' majority shareholder, and Google DeepMind, the firm's newly minted AI partner.
 
Razer put a waifu in a bottle at CES 2026 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:53:15 GMT
Last year Razer showed off Project Ava as a digital assistant that lived inside your computer to help adjust settings or provide gaming tips. But now at CES 2026, the company’s AI companion platform has gotten a major glow-up while moving into some new digs.
 
YouTube will let you exclude Shorts from search results - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:45:00 GMT
YouTube introduced some new filters to its advanced search tools today. Possibly the most exciting change is that Shorts are now listed as a content type, so the three-minute-or-less videos can be excluded as results in your searches.
 
High RAM prices mean record-setting profits for Samsung and other memory makers - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:36:37 GMT
SK Hynix and Micron are also riding high on the AI industry's demand for RAM.
 
Hands-on with Fender Audio's headphones and speakers at CES 2026 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:31:04 GMT
Fender Audio may have announced its new headphones and speakers right before CES, but Las Vegas afforded us the first opportunity to see the brand’s new lineup in person. Fender Audio is a Fender-owned brand from Riffsound that’s designing and making new devices after licensing the name. It’s been a while since the guitar and amplifier company made any general-use speakers of its own, and this new arrangement is similar to what Zound was doing with Marshall for a spell.
 
19 CES gadgets you can buy right now - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:28:37 GMT
CES 2026 is nearly over and it’s been a fruitful one with a lot of new, weird and impressive tech. But you don’t have to wait until later this year to get your hands on some of the things announced this week in Las Vegas. A surprising number of gadgets are up for pre-order, if not outright available to buy already, from chargers and docks to projectors, keyboards and smart home gear. CES remains a place for companies to showcase concepts and big ideas, but these are the gadgets that have real prices and real order buttons as of today. Check out all of the CES 2026 gadgets you can buy right now below.
 
RFK Jr.’s dietary guidance: Food funnel features slab of red meat, butter - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:26:43 GMT
Old-school food pyramid returns, but jumbled and upside-down, like a funnel.
 
Why Are Grok and X Still Available in App Stores? - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:25:32 GMT
Elon Musk’s chatbot has been used to generate thousands of sexualized images of adults and apparent minors. Apple and Google have removed other “nudify” apps—but continue to host X and Grok.
 
The biggest new TV announcements at CES 2026 from Samsung, LG and TCL - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:24:50 GMT
TVs are a staple of CES, and so far, manufacturers have not disappointed with their announcements at CES 2026. Companies including Samsung, LG and others came to the event ready to show off updates to existing display tech and some genuinely new technologies. OLED and Mini LED remain central to most lineups, while Micro RGB has emerged as one of the most talked-about developments at the show so far, especially at the higher end of the TV market.
 
MAGA Is Already Rewriting the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:17:12 GMT
The federal government’s narrative of the Minneapolis shooting conflicts wildly with video footage of the incident shared online.
 
Emerson Smart brings offline voice control to lamps and fans - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:15:00 GMT
Perhaps you like the idea of controlling your home appliances with your voice, but aren’t super keen on a data center processing recordings of you. Fair enough. The trade-off for most smart home conveniences is relinquishing at least some of your privacy. Today at CES, I saw a line of voice-controlled home appliances from Emerson Smart that adjust power and setting via voice commands. But commands are recognized on the devices themselves, not carried through Wi-Fi and processed elsewhere.
 
The 70 Best Movies on Disney+, WIRED’s Picks (January 2026) - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Tron: Ares, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour—The Final Show are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Disney+ this month.
 
The US withdraws from dozens of international bodies, including climate-focused organizations - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:52:59 GMT
In a new executive order, President Donald Trump has declared that the United States will withdraw from 66 international organizations and bodies, including several focused on tackling climate change. Trump made his disregard for climate change clear when he withdrew the US from the Paris climate agreement for a second time in early 2025, but these new withdrawals further confirm the second Trump administration is against global collaboration in general.
 
Missing NBC on Fubo? Here's how to watch Sunday Night Football, figure skating, and more this week - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:47:32 GMT
It's been almost two months since Fubo has stopped carrying NBCUniversal-owned channels, and there's still no sign of them coming back to the streaming service. Customers have had to find alternate methods of watching Sunday Night Football, all the latest episodes of the Real Housewives franchise, and so much more because of Fubo and NBCUniversal's contract dispute, so channels like NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, and Bravo have been unavailable on Fubo since Nov. 21.
 
Three months of Audible is only $3 right now - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:38:59 GMT
Have a hankering for some audiobooks? Audible is holding one heck of a sale right now, giving users three months of access for $3. That's a dollar per month. This is something of a winter tradition for the Amazon-owned platform and the promotion ends on January 21.
 
Best Bird Feeders With Cameras, Tested and Reviewed (2026) - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:33:19 GMT
These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.
 
From Rollable Screens to Repairable Powerhouses: Our Favorite Laptops of CES 2026 - PCMag - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:28:58 GMT
  1. From Rollable Screens to Repairable Powerhouses: Our Favorite Laptops of CES 2026 PCMag
  2. The best laptops of CES 2026 Mashable
  3. 7 new Windows laptops that delighted and surprised us at CES ZDNET
  4. Dell, HP, and Lenovo opposing Apple trend with new laptop designs 9to5Mac
  5. The coolest laptops we saw at CES 2026 The Verge
 
CES 2026: Longbow Motors shows off its Speedster EV with Donut Lab's in-wheel motors - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:23:29 GMT
As an unabashed fan of electric vehicles, even I have to admit that most of them are pretty boring. Their smooth, quiet and calm demeanors don't offer much in the way of intrinsic personality, which has led to many brands slapping on outré designs and fake engine sounds to try and dial up the excitement.
 
YouTube will now let you filter Shorts out of search results - The Verge - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:22:09 GMT
  1. YouTube will now let you filter Shorts out of search results The Verge
  2. YouTube will let you exclude Shorts from search results Engadget
  3. YouTube Updates Search Filter Terms and Functions Social Media Today
  4. Your Content: YouTube's search update changes its filters for better result Android Central
  5. YouTube rolling out search filters update that renames and removes 9to5Google
 
TikTok will broadcast some unknown portion of the 2026 World Cup live - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:20:35 GMT
TikTok and FIFA are teaming up for World Cup matches. On Thursday, FIFA said its media partners will be able to broadcast “parts of matches” on the social platform. The “preferred platform” partnership will run through the end of 2026.
 
MSI's GPU Safeguard actively monitors power cables for potential problems - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:14:00 GMT

The PSU lineup includes four models: the flagship MPG Ai1600TS and MPG Ai1300TS PCIe5, as well as the more mainstream MAG A1200PLS and MAG A1000PLS PCIe5. All four are Titanium efficiency-rated and equipped with high-performance SiC MOSFETs and 100 percent Japanese 105°C capacitors.

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These Bose Noise-Canceling Earbuds Are $50 Off - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:00:11 GMT
With top-quality noise reduction and advanced spatial audio support, these earbuds might come for your AirPods.
 
These dogs eavesdrop on their owners to learn new words - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:00:07 GMT
“Under the right conditions, some dogs present behaviors strikingly similar to those of young children.”
 
AI Devices Are Coming. Will Your Favorite Apps Be Along for the Ride? - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT
Tech companies are calling AI the next platform. But some developers are reluctant to let AI agents stand between them and their users.
 
Grok assumes users seeking images of underage girls have “good intent” - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:50:46 GMT
Expert explains how simple it could be to tweak Grok to block CSAM outputs.
 
Do Smart People Ever Say They’re Smart? (SmarterTools SmarterMail Pre-Auth RCE CVE-2025-52691) - watchTowr Labs - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:32:02 GMT
  1. Do Smart People Ever Say They’re Smart? (SmarterTools SmarterMail Pre-Auth RCE CVE-2025-52691) watchTowr Labs
  2. SmarterTools SmarterMail Vulnerability Enables Remote Code Execution Attack - PoC Released Cyber Security News
  3. Critical SmarterMail Bug Enables Unauthenticated File Uploads eSecurity Planet
  4. SmarterMail Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution, PoC Available gbhackers.com
  5. SmarterTools SmarterMail Vulnerability Enables Remote Code Execution; PoC Released Cyber Press
 
Bose is ending SoundTouch's cloud features, but not entirely killing the speakers - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:26:00 GMT

A few months ago, Bose announced that its SoundTouch speakers would soon lose most of their cloud-based functionalities. The US manufacturer, known for its premium-priced audio equipment, was effectively going to "brick" the wireless devices, citing the high cost of continued support.

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Here's Why Hope For A Surprise Witcher 3 DLC Keeps Intensifying - Kotaku - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:24:09 GMT
  1. Here's Why Hope For A Surprise Witcher 3 DLC Keeps Intensifying Kotaku
  2. The Witcher 3 Expansion Reports Continue, Now With Discussion of A Possible 'Dune-Style' Location IGN
  3. The Witcher 3 expansion rumours refuse to go away: originating analyst is "100% certain CD Projekt Red will release significant new content this year" Eurogamer
  4. Third The Witcher 3 DLC Rumors Intensify After More Polish Websites Confirm the News Wccftech
  5. The Witcher 3 Upcoming DLC Details Possibly Leaked for PS5 RPG PlayStation LifeStyle
 
Microsoft is now integrating shopping directly into Copilot - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:10:23 GMT
Have you ever wanted to save approximately three seconds and two mouse clicks when shopping online? Microsoft has something special just for you. The company just introduced something called Copilot Checkout at the NRF 2026 retail conference. This is exactly what it sounds like. It's a shopping assistant embedded within Copilot.
 
ChatGPT Health lets you connect medical records to an AI that makes things up - ArsTechnica Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:00:52 GMT
New feature will allow users to link medical and wellness records to AI chatbot.
 
I can't get over this goofy, long-necked 'cyber pet' robot at CES - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:59:00 GMT
Cute, alien-inspired companion robots are a fixture at CES, but have I ever seen one with a furry telescoping neck that's also warm to the touch? No, I can't say I have before this year. OlloBot — which had possibly the cutest booth at CES 2026 — is a home robot and "cyber pet" that looks something like if you put ET's head on a penguin's body, plus a splash of fur and color.
 
Dell's new 52-inch 6K display is a Thunderbolt-powered behemoth - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:42:00 GMT

The latest UltraSharp is the world's first 52-inch ultrawide curved (4200R) 6K monitor, boasting a maximum resolution of 6,144 x 2,500 (21:9 aspect ratio, 129 PPI, 10-bit (8-bit+FRC)) and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. The IPS Black panel is not really meant for gamers but rather, professionals...

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You can get a four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers for just $45 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:39:36 GMT
Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers are back on sale if you're willing to pick up a bundle. Woot has a four-pack down to just $45, which undercuts the previous all-time low we’ve seen on Amazon ($55) by $10. That's a discount of 55 percent from the retail price of $100. It's a compelling opportunity to stock up if you're already in Samsung's ecosystem.
 
The future of PCs in the age of AI - Financial Times - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:38:54 GMT
  1. The future of PCs in the age of AI Financial Times
  2. AI PCs aren't selling, and Microsoft's PC partners are scrambling ZDNET
  3. Dell (DELL) Stock Trades Down, Here Is Why Yahoo Finance
  4. Dell seems to be the first to realise we don't actually care about AI PCs PC Gamer
  5. Dell admits consumers don’t care about AI PCs The Verge
 
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:34:04 GMT
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
 
LG's G6 OLED TV Offers Even Higher Brightness and Is Better in Lit Rooms - CNET - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMT
  1. LG's G6 OLED TV Offers Even Higher Brightness and Is Better in Lit Rooms CNET
  2. 4 coolest TVs at CES 2026 are from Samsung, LG, and TCL and feature wildly different tech Mashable
  3. LG's W6 OLED Wallpaper TV Is Flat, Wireless, and Stunning PCMag
  4. Copycat or innovation? Chinese TV makers steal the show at CES 2026 Korea JoongAng Daily
  5. LG 2026 TV guide: Which models get the new Primary RGB Tandem OLED Panel? What Hi-Fi?
 
The GE Profile Smart Fridge stops you from buying too much kale - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:24:33 GMT
If you’ve ever bought a bag of spinach only to come home and realize you already had a bag of spinach, you may appreciate this fridge. I had a chance to check out the GE Profile Smart Fridge with Kitchen Assistant at CES and was surprised to find I kinda wanted one. To be perfectly honest, most attempts I’ve seen at the show to “stick some AI in it” are at best amusing but usually completely unnecessary.
 
NASA delays spacewalk due to a 'medical concern' with a crew member - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:19:00 GMT
NASA has postponed an International Space Station (ISS) spacewalk that was scheduled for Thursday. "The agency is monitoring a medical concern with a crew member that arose Wednesday afternoon aboard the orbital complex," the agency wrote. On Thursday, NASA added that ending Crew-11's mission early was on the table.
 
It took guts for Dell to admit its mistake, here's how XPS will make its big comeback in 2026 - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:17:24 GMT
When Dell made the decision to kill off its XPS laptop name last year, it felt like a big mistake. We said so, in fact, multiple times. But at CES 2026, the company is righting its past wrongs by resurrecting the iconic laptop brand — and this time, this decision feels like the right move both for Dell as a whole and its flagship consumer devices.
 
Animal Crossing: New Horizons amiibo compatibility updates included in free update! - nintendo.com - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:16:24 GMT
  1. Animal Crossing: New Horizons amiibo compatibility updates included in free update! nintendo.com
  2. Animal Crossing: New Horizons Guides Hub GameSpot
  3. I’m so ready for an Animal Crossing: New Horizons revival ScreenHub Australia
  4. How Much is Animal Crossing: New Horizons? Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Prices, Explained Insider Gaming
  5. Animal Crossing: New Horizons Will Let Characters From Zelda, Splatoon Visit Your Island Restart.run
 
Windows users keep losing files to OneDrive, and many don't know why - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:03:00 GMT

OneDrive, Microsoft's built-in cloud storage platform, is deeply embedded in Windows and positioned as a central part of the company's cloud ecosystem. When Windows updates or fresh installations enable its "Backup" feature, data stored in familiar folders like Desktop, Documents, and Pictures can be automatically migrated to Microsoft's servers –...

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Star Trek: Starfleet Academy deftly balances teen drama with intergalactic intrigue - Engadget Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:02:53 GMT
Star Trek is in a weird place right now. Less than three years ago we were living in a golden age with five shows on the air, all with different styles and intended audiences. But the universe rapidly contracted, with Picard ending while four other shows were cut short. Strange New Worlds still has another two seasons left, sure, but even that final season got truncated. As it stands, there’s only one project with a firm future right now, and that’s a brand-new show, Starfleet Academy, premiering January 15 on Paramount+.
 
The Wildest Robot Vacuum at CES Can Clean While Climbing Stairs - PCMag - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:00:28 GMT
  1. The Wildest Robot Vacuum at CES Can Clean While Climbing Stairs PCMag
  2. Robot Vacuum Maker Roborock Shows Off Stair-Climbing Model With Legs Bloomberg.com
  3. Dreame's latest robot vacuum concept has slightly terrifying legs that can climb full-size stairs Engadget
  4. CES 2026: 3 new Roborock robot vacuums are here, and a stair-climbing vacuum is coming Mashable
  5. Roborock Emerges as a Leader in AI Robotics at CES 2026 CNET
 
I’ve Seen the GoPro-Branded Asus Laptop: Who Is This Made For? - PetaPixel - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:58:40 GMT
  1. I’ve Seen the GoPro-Branded Asus Laptop: Who Is This Made For? PetaPixel
  2. CES 2026: Asus' new 16-inch laptop is lighter than a 13-inch MacBook Air Mashable
  3. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo is big, weird and kind of awesome Engadget
  4. ASUS Introduces ProArt GoPro Edition, ProArt PZ14, Multiple Zenbooks, and More Red Shark News
  5. 'It's just a matter of time': Asus suggests integrated GPUs could be the future for gaming laptops sooner than you think TechRadar
 
People Are Using AI to Falsely Identify the Federal Agent Who Shot Renee Good - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:33:56 GMT
Online detectives are inaccurately claiming to have identified the federal agent who shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minnesota based on AI-manipulated images.
 
Apple’s best-tested iPad sold out before Christmas. Now it’s back at $50 off - CNN - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:31:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s best-tested iPad sold out before Christmas. Now it’s back at $50 off CNN
  2. Apple iPad (A16 Chip) Returns to Its Lowest Price to Kick Off 2026, Echoing Year-End Clearance Gizmodo
  3. Get the Best iPad Deals: iPad Pro models up to $400 off AppleInsider
  4. Amazon Introduces Massive Discounts on M5 iPad Pro, Get Up to $518 Off Select Models [Updated] MacRumors
  5. The 13-inch iPad Pro M5 hits its best price on Amazon PhoneArena
 
Metagame Mentor: The Top Standard Decks to Expect at Magic Spotlight: The Avatar - MAGIC PLAY - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:04:47 GMT
Metagame Mentor: The Top Standard Decks to Expect at Magic Spotlight: The Avatar MAGIC PLAY
 
January Merch Store Updates - Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT
January Merch Store Updates Riftbound | League of Legends Trading Card Game
 
Google is putting even more AI into Gmail, and some of it is on by default - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:45:00 GMT

The biggest new feature Google has announced is its AI Overviews. The feature is already in Gmail for summarizing email chains. Now, it's being expanded to Gmail search, where users can ask conversational questions about their inbox.

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Samsung’s 2026 Audio Ecosystem Delivers New Immersive Sound Experiences to Support Mindful Living - Samsung Global Newsroom - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:34:11 GMT
  1. Samsung’s 2026 Audio Ecosystem Delivers New Immersive Sound Experiences to Support Mindful Living Samsung Global Newsroom
  2. Samsung HW-QS90H soundbar hands-on: Impressive bass performance without a subwoofer Engadget
  3. Erwan Bouroullec disguises Samsung speaker as an abstract sculpture Dezeen
  4. Samsung is gunning for Sonos with its two new wireless speakers What Hi-Fi?
  5. Has Samsung made the perfect compact speaker? GadgetGuy
 
Go Legendary with Pokémon Center’s 2026 Monthly Pins - Pokemon.com - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:08:45 GMT
Go Legendary with Pokémon Center’s 2026 Monthly Pins Pokemon.com
 
Nintendo launches My Mario product line in the U.S. - News - Nintendo Official Site - nintendo.com - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:05:40 GMT
  1. Nintendo launches My Mario product line in the U.S. - News - Nintendo Official Site nintendo.com
  2. Nintendo finds itself caught up in the "AI slop" debate over My Mario marketing (UPDATE) GoNintendo
  3. Nintendo details plans for My Mario products in North America and Europe Nintendo Everything
  4. Tomy and Nintendo to launch Tomy Toomies My Mario bath toys Licensing.biz
  5. Nintendo is bringing its cute My Mario collection to the US next month The Verge
 
Claim a Free Hands On Car Wash Property and Get 3X Rewards on Legal Money Fronts - Rockstar Games - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:59:40 GMT
  1. Claim a Free Hands On Car Wash Property and Get 3X Rewards on Legal Money Fronts Rockstar Games
  2. New GTA Online Event Week: Free Business Event (Jan 8th-14th) RockstarINTEL
  3. GTA Online Is Handing Everyone a Free Business Property to Start 2026 GTA BOOM
  4. How GTA Online players can get Progen Luiva Supercar and other gifts for this holiday season - The Times of India Times of India
  5. GTA Online Kicks Off 2026 With Free Property, Huge Cash Boosts And New Jobs On The Way TheXboxHub
 
Roborock's Rover takes robot vacuums where none have gone before: up the stairs - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:58:00 GMT

In live demonstrations on the show floor, the Rover's movement looked more amphibious than mechanical. Its legs flexed in a froglike pattern, extending and retracting fluidly. Observers saw it raise and lower each leg independently, shift direction mid-motion, and perform small hops over obstacles. The hardware appeared more responsive than...

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Nintendo reveals its first Switch 2 Joy-Con color variant - Engadget - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:27:25 GMT
  1. Nintendo reveals its first Switch 2 Joy-Con color variant Engadget
  2. New Joy Con 2 Colors Will Launch Alongside Mario Tennis Fever Next Month Game Informer
  3. Nintendo Switch 2 Light Purple and Light Green Joy-Con 2 Are Up for Preorder IGN
  4. ‘As usual, we do what Nintendon’t’: Peripheral firm ‘fixes’ Switch 2’s new Joy-Cons Video Games Chronicle
  5. New Switch 2 Joy-Cons Are Here And They're Extremely Underwhelming GameSpot
 
Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI heads to jury trial after judge rejects dismissal - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:26:00 GMT

US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland, California, rejected OpenAI's last-ditch attempt to have Musk's case dismissed.

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Asus' latest OLED gaming monitor combines RGB stripe tech and Tandem OLED - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:54:00 GMT

In traditional OLED panels, subpixels can be arranged in various configurations, which can sometimes cause subtle text fringing or uneven color reproduction. With RGB stripes, the red, green, and blue subpixels align vertically in a linear pattern similar to that seen on LCDs.

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Google's parent Alphabet surpasses Apple in market cap for the first time since 2019 - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:22:00 GMT

Alphabet shares closed up 2.5% yesterday, pushing its market cap to $3.892 trillion. Apple, meanwhile, has seen its shares fall more than 4% over the last five days to $3.863 trillion.

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Google Is Adding an ‘AI Inbox’ to Gmail That Summarizes Emails - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT
New Gmail features, powered by the Gemini model, are part of Google’s continued push for users to incorporate AI into their daily life and conversations.
 
Nvidia RTX 60 GPUs might not arrive until 2027, Jensen says neural rendering is the future - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:47:00 GMT

According to well-known tipster @kopite7kimi, Nvidia's next wave of consumer GPUs, tentatively branded RTX 60, won't arrive before the second half of 2027. If accurate, that would mark a striking delay following the debut of the RTX 50 series in early 2025, stretching a product cycle that already appears to be slowing.

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Creatine Supplements Are Everywhere. Do I Need Them? (2026) - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:30:00 GMT
It’s the most studied supplement in sports medicine, but it’s not just for athletes anymore.
 
Grok is generating thousands of AI "undressing" deepfakes every hour on X - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:02:00 GMT

Genevieve Oh, a social media and deepfake researcher, carried out a 24-hour (January 5 to 6) analysis of images the @Grok account posted to X. It generated about 6,700 images every hour that were identified as sexually suggestive or nudifying.

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Intel hopes its new chip can be the future of AI. An executive explains how - CNN - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:58 GMT
  1. Intel hopes its new chip can be the future of AI. An executive explains how CNN
  2. Intel stock rallies as CES debut of Panther Lake chip marks make-or-break moment Yahoo Finance
  3. Intel's 'Panther Lake' Core Ultra Laptop Chips Are Ready for Prime Time: All the Details We Know So Far PCMag
  4. Intel's New Gaming Chip Could End AMD's Handheld Gaming Monopoly The Motley Fool
  5. CES 2026: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Debut as First Built on Intel 18A Intel Newsroom
 
2026 Is the Year of the RGB LED TV - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The crop of next-generation TVs arriving this year has more accurate colors than ever, thanks to a fancy new kind of backlighting.
 
Interplanetary science needs a commercial backbone - SpaceNews - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Interplanetary science needs a commercial backbone SpaceNews
 
2026 Is the Year of the RGB LED TV - WIRED - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT
  1. 2026 Is the Year of the RGB LED TV WIRED
  2. 2026 TV Lineup: The Year Of RGB Mini LED RTINGS.com
  3. How to watch the Hisense CES 2026 press conference live Engadget
  4. Hisense's 116-Inch MiniLED TV Gets Cyan Pixel for Even More Colors CNET
  5. Hisense Brings New Color Tech to Its Top-End TVs at CES 2026 PCMag
 
The Daring Attempt to End the Memory Shortage Crisis - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:30:00 GMT
The supply shortage of the RAM needed to build phones and PCs isn’t going away. But a few companies have a plan to solve it.
 
Google DeepMind and Boston Dynamics are bringing Gemini-powered robots to the factory floor - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:19:00 GMT

Testing is set to begin soon at Hyundai automotive factories, where Gemini-powered Atlas robots will attempt a range of manufacturing tasks. The trials signal how rapidly robotics is moving toward systems that can learn and adapt in real-world settings, rather than relying solely on preprogrammed routines.

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21 Extremely Rare, Mind-Blowing Photos From The 1980s That Show How Wildly Different Things Used To Be - BuzzFeed - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:16:05 GMT
21 Extremely Rare, Mind-Blowing Photos From The 1980s That Show How Wildly Different Things Used To Be BuzzFeed
 
'It can be unnecessary - and even too much': Are violent video games like Grand Theft Auto 6 becoming too realistic? - BBC - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
'It can be unnecessary - and even too much': Are violent video games like Grand Theft Auto 6 becoming too realistic? BBC
 
How 4Patriots and My Patriot Supply Cashed In on Prepping for the Apocalypse - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT
How two big names in mainstream disaster preparedness helped sell Americans on fear, anxiety, and a new generator.
 
Cisco Patches ISE Security Vulnerability After Public PoC Exploit Release - The Hacker News - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:44:00 GMT
  1. Cisco Patches ISE Security Vulnerability After Public PoC Exploit Release The Hacker News
  2. Ruh-roh, there's a Cisco ISE bug POC on the loose theregister.com
  3. Cisco warns of Identity Service Engine flaw with exploit code BleepingComputer
  4. No Rest in 2026 as Patch Alerts Amass for Cisco, HPE and n8n GovInfoSecurity
  5. Cisco identifies vulnerability in ISE network access control devices Network World
 
This Is the Blood Glucose Monitor We’ve Been Waiting For - WIRED - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. This Is the Blood Glucose Monitor We’ve Been Waiting For WIRED
  2. Apple Watch Glucose Monitoring Gets Major Breakthrough Gadget Hacks
  3. Novel wearable monitors blood sugar via human breath heise online
  4. Needle-free blood sugar measurement is getting closer! They're waiting! Apple Watch this promising news? Letem světem Applem
  5. Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches 9to5Mac
 
This Is the Blood Glucose Monitor We’ve Been Waiting For - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Makers of smartwatches and other wearables have spent years trying to measure blood sugar without pricking your skin. The PreEvnt Isaac does just that, and you wear it like a necklace.
 
Rockstar continue to claim firings were about preventing GTA 6 leaks, as union push to get devs interim relief - Rock Paper Shotgun - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:20:13 GMT
  1. Rockstar continue to claim firings were about preventing GTA 6 leaks, as union push to get devs interim relief Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Grand Theft Auto VI Leaks That Cause Employees to Be Fired Revealed EGW.News
 
How Much RAM Do Gamers Need? 8GB vs. 16GB vs. 32GB vs. 64GB - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:06:00 GMT
As modern games push memory harder, choosing the right amount of RAM matters more than ever. With DRAM pricing in flux, we revisit the big question: is 16GB still enough for gaming?
 
Pills that communicate from the stomach could improve medication adherence - MIT Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
MIT engineers designed capsules with biodegradable radio frequency antennas that can reveal when the pill has been swallowed.
 
Is Craigslist the Last Real Place on the Internet? - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Millennials are still using Craigslist to find jobs, love, and even to cast creative projects—eschewing other AI- and algorithm-dominated online spaces. “There’s a purity to it.”
 
FUJIFILM Instax Mini Evo Cinema Launched with Built-in Printer - CineD - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:53:57 GMT
  1. FUJIFILM Instax Mini Evo Cinema Launched with Built-in Printer CineD
  2. Fujifilm Launches Hybrid Instant Camera “instax mini Evo Cinema Fujifilm [Global]
  3. Fujifilm is gambling on strange retro compact cameras where megapixels don’t matter Digital Camera World
  4. Fujifilm’s new instant camera captures video with vintage effects The Verge
  5. Fujifilm’s New Cinema Announcement Is a Gimmick. And That’s the Point Y.M.Cinema Magazine
 
The Massive Galaxy Z TriFold Is Turning Heads at CES. It's Easy to See Why - PCMag - Google Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT
  1. The Massive Galaxy Z TriFold Is Turning Heads at CES. It's Easy to See Why PCMag
  2. Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold Hands-On: Way Better Than I Expected Gizmodo
  3. I've used every Samsung foldable phone since 2019 - the tri-fold is the leap I've been waiting for ZDNET
  4. Hands-on: The Galaxy Z TriFold is all the more impressive in person [Gallery] 9to5Google
  5. BestReviews’ Best of the Best Awards of CES 2026 ValleyCentral.com
 
Bose Promo Code: 40% Off Bose for January 2026 - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:30:00 GMT
Enjoy at least 40% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
 
Peacock Promo Codes: 16% Off January 2026 - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:44:00 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.
 
Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | January 2026 - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more January 2026 discounts from WIRED.
 
HelloFresh Coupon Codes: 55% Off + Free Meals - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code today. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
 
30% Off Tempur-Pedic Promo Codes | January 2026 - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:20:00 GMT
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.
 
Litter-Robot Promo Codes and Deals: Up to $150 Off - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:10:00 GMT
Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.
 
Newegg Promo Code: 10% Off in January 2026 - Wired Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg discount code and save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.
 
Lenovo's rollable laptop concept turns a gaming notebook into an ultrawide - TechSpot Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:11:00 GMT

The Legion Pro Rollable concept pairs a rollable OLED display with Lenovo's Legion Pro 7i chassis, creating a high-end gaming laptop that can switch between three different aspect ratios. While most of Lenovo's rollable concepts have never reached the market, an ultrawide laptop would certainly stand out if it did.

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Traces of Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA May Have Been Discovered on a Red Chalk Drawing Called ‘Holy Child’ - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:23:29 GMT
Researchers suggest that they have recovered sequences from ancient works and from letters that may belong to the Renaissance genius.
 
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 Are $50 Off - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:16:44 GMT
Snag a relatively rare discount on Apple’s finest earbuds at Best Buy.
 
Grok Is Generating Sexual Content Far More Graphic Than What's on X - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:47:56 GMT
A WIRED review of outputs hosted on Grok’s official website shows it’s being used to create violent sexual images and videos, as well as content that includes apparent minors.
 
Celebrating worm science - MIT Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:40:00 GMT
Time and again, an unassuming roundworm has illuminated aspects of biology with major consequences for human health.
 
Stone Center on Inequality and Shaping the Future of Work Launches at MIT - MIT Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Recent launch event for the center featured discussions on pro-worker AI, wealth inequality, and the future of liberal democracy.
 
Election Deniers Think the Venezuela Attack Is All About 2020 - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:13:09 GMT
Conspiracy theorists claim the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro is proof that the Venezuelan government rigged the 2020 election in Joe Biden’s favor.
 
A new lens on humanity - MIT Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:20:00 GMT
The inaugural MIT Human Insight Collaborative (MITHIC) Annual Event showcased the breadth of projects supported in the first year of the presidential initiative.
 
What’s Going on With Smart Rings? - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:19:41 GMT
Ultrahuman smart rings currently can’t be sold in the US. We caught up with the company’s chief business officer to discuss what’s next for ring-based health tracking.
 
AI Models Are Starting to Learn by Asking Themselves Questions - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT
An AI model that learns without human input—by posing interesting queries for itself—might point the way to superintelligence.
 
New Records Reveal the Mess RFK Jr. Left When He Dumped a Dead Bear in Central Park - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:24:31 GMT
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he left a bear cub’s corpse in Central Park in 2014 to “be fun.” Records newly obtained by WIRED show what he left New York civil servants to clean up.
 
The Ancient Art of Nasal Rinsing Might Protect You From a Cold - Wired Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:18:46 GMT
New research has given credence to a 5,000-year-old practice.
 
Fewer layovers, better-connected airports, more firm growth - MIT Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Research shows direct flights and links to key airports help multinational firms expand globally and decide where to invest.
 
3 Questions: Why meritocracy is hard to achieve - MIT Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:15:00 GMT
Professor Emilio Castilla explains how bias can creep into employers’ talent management processes — and what leaders can do to make their organizations fairer and more meritocratic.
 
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:
 
AI-generated sensors open new paths for early cancer detection - MIT Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Nanoparticles coated with molecular sensors could be used to develop at-home tests for many types of cancer.
 
Sean Luk: Addressing the urgent need for better immunotherapy - MIT Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT
The MIT senior helps design proteins that spur the immune system to fight cancer and other diseases.
 
New research may help scientists predict when a humid heat wave will break - MIT Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT
As these events become more common at midlatitudes, a phenomenon called an atmospheric inversion will determine how long they last.
 
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.
 
One pull of a string is all it takes to deploy these complex structures - MIT Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
A new method could enable users to design portable medical devices, like a splint, that can be rapidly converted from flat panels to a 3D object without any tools.
 
MIT in the media: 2025 in review - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:20:00 GMT
MIT community members made headlines with key research advances and their efforts to tackle pressing challenges.
 
MIT community in 2025: A year in review - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:00:00 GMT
Top stories highlighted the Institute’s leading positions in world and national rankings; new collaboratives tackling manufacturing, generative AI, and quantum; how one professor influenced hundreds of thousands of students around the world; and more.
 
MIT’s top research stories of 2025 - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
Concrete batteries, AI-developed antibiotics, the ozone’s recovery, and a more natural bionic knee were some of the most popular topics on MIT News.
 
3 Questions: How to launch a successful climate and energy venture - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:30:00 GMT
A new book by experts at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship offers 24 steps to success.
 
Study: High-fat diets make liver cells more likely to become cancerous - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
New research suggests liver cells exposed to too much fat revert to an immature state that is more susceptible to cancer-causing mutations.
 
Anything-goes “anyons” may be at the root of surprising quantum experiments - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
MIT physicists say these quasiparticles may explain how superconductivity and magnetism can coexist in certain materials.
 
Study: More eyes on the skies will help planes reduce climate-warming contrails - MIT Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
Images from geostationary satellites alone aren’t enough to help planes avoid contrail-prone regions, MIT researchers report.
 
Statement on Professor Nuno Loureiro - MIT Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT
 
“Wait, we have the tech skills to build that” - MIT Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
From robotics to apps like “NerdXing,” senior Julianna Schneider is building technologies to solve problems in her community.
 
Guided learning lets “untrainable” neural networks realize their potential - MIT Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:20:00 GMT
CSAIL researchers find even “untrainable” neural nets can learn effectively when guided by another network’s built-in biases using their guidance method.
 
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.
 
Post-COP30, more aggressive policies needed to cap global warming at 1.5 C - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:10:00 GMT
Global Change Outlook report for 2025 shows how accelerated action can reduce climate risks and improve sustainability outcomes, while highlighting potential geopolitical hurdles.
 
A “scientific sandbox” lets researchers explore the evolution of vision systems - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
The AI-powered tool could inform the design of better sensors and cameras for robots or autonomous vehicles.
 
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available - Apple Developer Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:15 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms.
 
New study suggests a way to rejuvenate the immune system - MIT Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
Stimulating the liver to produce some of the signals of the thymus can reverse age-related declines in T-cell populations and enhance response to vaccination.
 
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47 - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:45:00 GMT
In his 10 years at MIT, Loureiro helped illuminate the physics occurring at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
 
How cement “breathes in” and stores millions of tons of CO₂ a year - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:55:00 GMT
New analysis provides the first national, bottom-up estimate of cement’s natural carbon dioxide uptake across buildings and infrastructure.
 
A new immunotherapy approach could work for many types of cancer - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Using new molecules that block an immune checkpoint, researchers showed they could stimulate a strong anti-tumor immune response.
 
“Robot, make me a chair” - MIT Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
An AI-driven system lets users design and build simple, multicomponent objects by describing them with words.
 
MIT community members elected to the National Academy of Inventors for 2025 - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:30:00 GMT
Professors Ahmad Bahai and Kripa Varanasi, plus seven additional MIT alumni, are honored for highly impactful inventions.
 
What makes a good proton conductor? - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers found a way to predict how efficiently materials can transport protons in clean energy devices and other advanced technologies.
 
Deep-learning model predicts how fruit flies form, cell by cell - MIT Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
The approach could apply to more complex tissues and organs, helping researchers to identify early signs of disease.
 
A better DNA material for genetic medicine - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT
With its circular single-stranded DNA molecules, MIT spinout Kano Therapeutics plans to make gene and cell therapies safer and more effective.
 
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore visits MIT - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
The leader accepted the Miriam Pozen Prize for international financial policy and delivered a lecture at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
 
New method improves the reliability of statistical estimations - MIT Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
The technique can help scientists in economics, public health, and other fields understand whether to trust the results of their experiments.
 
A new way to deliver antibodies could make treatment much easier for patients - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:45:00 GMT
Therapeutic antibodies packaged into microparticles could be injected with a standard syringe, avoiding the need for lengthy and often uncomfortable infusions.
 
Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94 to deliver MIT’s 2026 Commencement address - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT
An electrical engineer by training, Su is the chair and CEO of the semiconductor company AMD.
 
A new approach to carbon capture could slash costs - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Chemical engineers have found a simple way to make capturing carbon emissions from industrial plants more energy-efficient.
 
New materials could boost the energy efficiency of microelectronics - MIT Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
By stacking multiple active components based on new materials on the back end of a computer chip, this new approach reduces the amount of energy wasted during computation.
 
Vine-inspired robotic gripper gently lifts heavy and fragile objects - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT
The new design could be adapted to assist the elderly, sort warehouse products, or unload heavy cargo.
 
When it comes to language, context matters - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers identified three cognitive skills that we use to infer what someone really means.
 
MIT takes manufacturing education across the country - MIT Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
The new TechAMP program teaches production principles to workers, helping them advance their careers and identify savings at their firms.
 
Pompeii offers insights into ancient Roman building technology - MIT Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers analyzed a recently discovered ancient construction site to shed new light on a material that has endured for thousands of years.
 
Prognostic tool could help clinicians identify high-risk cancer patients - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:45:00 GMT
Using a versatile problem-solving framework, researchers show how early relapse in lymphoma patients influences their chance for survival.
 
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya visits MIT - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:05:00 GMT
In a conversation with Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Bhattacharya focused on the agency’s policy goals and funding practices.
 
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.
 
When companies “go green,” air quality impacts can vary dramatically - MIT Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Cutting air travel and purchasing renewable energy can lead to different effects on overall air quality, even while achieving the same CO2 reduction, new research shows.
 
MIT goes quantum - MIT Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Institute to launch new quantum initiative aimed at advancing the most significant practical applications in science, technology, industry and national security.
 
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.
 
Updated App Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:00:11 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below:
 
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.
 
Get ready with the latest beta releases - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:14 GMT
The beta versions of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 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 26.2 beta to take advantage of the advancements in the latest SDKs.
 
Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 30 Oct 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.
 
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
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:56 GMT
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:45 GMT
Welcome to Day 2 at WWDC25! Watch the Platforms State of the Union recap, then dive into all the updates to Swift, SwiftUI, and Xcode through group labs and video sessions.
 
Find out what’s new for Apple developers - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:10:28 GMT
Discover the latest advancements on all Apple platforms. With incredible new features in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and major enhancements across languages, frameworks, tools, and services, you can create even more unique experiences in your apps and games.
 
Updated agreements and guidelines now available - Apple Developer Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:12 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below.
 
Today @ WWDC25: Day 1 - Apple Developer Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:40 GMT
WWDC25 is here! Watch a quick welcome video to help you get started, then dive into sessions and sign up for tomorrow’s group labs.
 
Introducing the 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:56 GMT
An artistic puzzler with a wildlife twist. A translation app powered by machine learning and stickers. And a card game that’s been on quite a run. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award honorees.
 
Hello Developer: June 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:16 GMT
WWDC25 is just days away! Here’s everything you need to get ready — and a big announcement to start things off. Say hello to the wildly inventive crop of 2025 Apple Design Award winners and finalists.
 
Sleek peek. - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:00:09 GMT
WWDC25 is almost here! Find out how to tune in to the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union on Monday, June 9.
 
Tax and Price updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions - Apple Developer Fri, 16 May 2025 14:00:46 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Hello Developer: May 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 16:00:59 GMT
In this edition: Join us to learn how to make your apps more accessible to everyone. Plus, check out our new and refreshed Pathways, and uncover the time-traveling secrets of the Apple Design Award-winning game The Wreck.
 
Random access memories: Inside the time-shifting narrative of The Wreck - Apple Developer Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:31 GMT
The Wreck is filed under games, but it’s also been called a visual novel, an interactive experience, and a playable movie. Florent Maurin is OK with all of it. “I like to think we’re humbly participating in expanding the idea of what a video game can be,” he says.
 
Updated guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 01 May 2025 15:33:58 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been updated for compliance with a United States court decision regarding buttons, external links, and other calls to action in apps. These changes affect apps distributed on the United States storefront of the App Store, and are reflected in updates to Guidelines 3.1.1, 3.1.1(a), 3.1.3, and 3.1.3(a).
 
Hello Developer: April 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:55:43 GMT
In this edition: Revisit foundational sessions, join us to dive into SwiftUI, and meet an Apple Design Award winner that defies description.
 
Rooms at the top: How this ADA-winning team built a title that defies description - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:00:03 GMT
Ask Jason Toff whether his Apple Design Award winner is a game or an app, and his answer is yes.
 
WWDC25: June 9-13, 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:00:37 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes to Mac - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:00:11 GMT
It’s an ice-cold late winter’s morning in Canada, but the offices of Ubisoft Quebec are ablaze with excitement.
 
Hello Developer: March 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:52 GMT
In this edition: An incredible AAA game comes to Mac. Plus, the latest on International Women’s Day activities, WeChat, and more.
 
Apple Developer is now on WeChat - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:00:51 GMT
Check out the official Apple Developer WeChat account to find news, announcements, and upcoming activities for the developer community.
 
New requirement for apps on the App Store in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:00:39 GMT
As of today, apps without trader status have been removed from the App Store in the European Union (EU) until trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
 
New features for APNs token authentication are now available - Apple Developer Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:16 GMT
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
 
Upcoming changes to offers and trials for subscriptions in South Korea - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Starting February 14, 2025, new regulatory requirements in South Korea will apply to all apps with offers and trials for auto-renewing subscriptions.
 
Tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:51 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Game distribution on the App Store in Vietnam - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:00:38 GMT
The Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) requires games to be licensed to remain available on the App Store in Vietnam. To learn more and apply for a game license, review the regulations.
 
Hello Developer: February 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:01:10 GMT
In this edition: The latest on developer activities, the Swift Student Challenge, the team behind Bears Gratitude, and more.
 
The good news bears: Inside the adorably unorthodox design of Bears Gratitude - Apple Developer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:26 GMT
Here’s the story of how a few little bears led their creators right to an Apple Design Award.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 23 - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:46 GMT
Submissions for the Swift Student Challenge 2025 are now open through February 23. You have three more weeks to design, test, refine, and submit your app playground for consideration to be named one of 350 winners.
 
Introducing the Advanced Commerce API - Apple Developer Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:50 GMT
The App Store facilitates billions of transactions annually to help developers grow their businesses and provide a world-class customer experience. To further support developers’ evolving business models — such as exceptionally large content catalogs, creator experiences, and subscriptions with optional add-ons — we’re introducing the Advanced Commerce API.
 
Apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:29 GMT
Starting February 17, 2025: Due to the European Union’s Digital Services Act, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the European Union until trader status is provided and verified, if necessary.
 
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:48 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
Algorithm changes to server connections for Apple Pay on the Web - Apple Developer Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:00:14 GMT
Starting next month, Apple will change the supported algorithms that secure server connections for Apple Pay on the Web. In order to maintain uninterrupted service, you’ll need to ensure that your production servers support one or more of the designated six ciphers before February 4, 2025.
 
Hello Developer: January 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:19 GMT
In the first edition of the new year: Bring SwiftUI to your app in Cupertino, get ready for the Swift Student Challenge, meet the team behind Oko, and more.
 
Walk this way: How Oko leverages AI to make street crossings more accessible - Apple Developer Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:06 GMT
Oko is a testament to the power of simplicity.
 
Hello Developer: December 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:42 GMT
In this edition: The year in sessions, activities, apps, and games.
 
Get your apps and games ready for the holidays - Apple Developer Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:45 GMT
The busiest season on the App Store is almost here. Make sure your apps and games are up to date and ready.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:47 GMT
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.
 
Enhancements to the App Store featuring process - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:19 GMT
Share your app or game’s upcoming content and enhancements for App Store featuring consideration with new Featuring Nominations in App Store Connect. Submit a nomination to tell our team about a new launch, in-app content, or added functionality. If you’re featured in select placements on the Today tab, you’ll also receive a notification via the App Store Connect app.
 
New Broadcast Push Notification Metrics Now Available in the Push Notifications Console - Apple Developer Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:29 GMT
The Push Notifications Console now includes metrics for broadcast push notifications sent in the Apple Push Notification service (APNs) production environment. The console’s interface provides an aggregated view of the broadcast push notifications that are successfully accepted by APNs, the number of devices that receive them, and a snapshot of the maximum number of devices subscribed to your channels.
 
Coding in the kitchen: How Devin Davies whipped up the tasty recipe app Crouton - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, Devin Davies is an excellent cook. “I’m not, like, a professional or anything,” he says, in the way that people say they’re not good at something when they are.
 
Hello Developer: November 2024 - Apple Developer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT
In this edition: The Swift Pathway, new developer activities around the world, and an interview with the creator of recipe app Crouton.
 
Upcoming changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Apple Developer Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:00:39 GMT
As part of ongoing efforts to improve security and privacy on Apple platforms, the App Store receipt signing intermediate certificate is being updated to use the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm. This certificate is used to sign App Store receipts, which are the proof of purchase for apps and In-App Purchases.
 
TestFlight enhancements to help you reach testers - Apple Developer Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:41 GMT
Beta testing your apps, games, and App Clips is even better with new enhancements to TestFlight. Updates include:
 
Updated agreements now available - Apple Developer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:50:17 GMT
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement and its Schedules 1, 2, and 3 have been updated to support updated policies and upcoming features, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and accept the updated terms in your account.
 
New requirement for app updates in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:10:19 GMT
Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.
 
Apple Push Notification service server certificate update - Apple Developer Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:41 GMT
The Certification Authority (CA) for Apple Push Notification service (APNs) is changing. APNs will update the server certificates in sandbox on January 20, 2025, and in production on February 24, 2025. All developers using APNs will need to update their application’s Trust Store to include the new server certificate: SHA-2 Root : USERTrust RSA Certification Authority certificate.
 
Hello Developer: October 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:01:36 GMT
Get your app up to speed, meet the team behind Lies of P, explore new student resources, and more.
 
Masters of puppets: How ROUND8 Studio carved out a niche for Lies of P - Apple Developer Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:50 GMT
Lies of P is closer to its surprising source material than you might think.
 
Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2025 - Apple Developer Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:01:37 GMT
We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Student Challenge 2025. The Challenge provides the next generation of student developers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding skills by building app playgrounds with Swift.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and France - Apple Developer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Apple is committed to making the App Store a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, the following regional age ratings for Australia and France will be implemented in accordance with local laws. No action is needed on your part. Where required by local regulations, regional ratings will appear alongside Apple global age ratings.
 
Update on iPadOS 18 apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:18 GMT
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to add iPadOS to Notarization.
 
Win-back offers for auto-renewable subscriptions now available - Apple Developer Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:08 GMT
You can now configure win-back offers — a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions — in App Store Connect. Win-back offers allow you to reach previous subscribers and encourage them to resubscribe to your app or game. For example, you can create a pay up front offer for a reduced subscription price of $9.99 for six months, with a standard renewal price of $39.99 per year. Based on your offer configuration, Apple displays these offers to eligible customers in various places, including:
 
Hello Developer: September 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:00:47 GMT
Get your apps ready by digging into these video sessions and resources.
 
Behind the Design: The rhythms of Rytmos - Apple Developer Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:59:53 GMT
Rytmos is a game that sounds as good as it looks.
 
It’s Glowtime. - Apple Developer Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:00:01 GMT
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
 
Upcoming changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for EU users - Apple Developer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:00:36 GMT
By the end of this year, we’ll make changes to the browser choice screen, default apps, and app deletion for iOS and iPadOS for users in the EU. These updates come from our ongoing and continuing dialogue with the European Commission about compliance with the Digital Market Act’s requirements in these areas.
 
Upcoming requirements for app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:14 GMT
As a reminder, Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.
 
Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications are now open - Apple Developer Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:00:33 GMT
Apple Entrepreneur Camp supports underrepresented founders and developers, and encourages the pipeline and longevity of these entrepreneurs in technology. Attendees benefit from one-on-one code-level guidance, receive unprecedented access to Apple engineers and experts, and become part of the extended global network of Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni.
 
Updates to the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:20 GMT
In response to the announcement by the European Commission in June, we’re making the following changes to Apple’s Digital Markets Act compliance plan. We’re introducing updated terms that will apply this fall for developers with apps in the European Union storefronts of the App Store that use the StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement. Key changes include:
 
Hello Developer: August 2024 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:16 GMT
Explore the latest developer activities — including sessions, consultations, and labs — all around the world.
 
Behind the Design: Creating the make-believe magic of Lost in Play - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:48 GMT
Lost in Play is a game created by and for people who love to play make-believe.
 
Updates to runtime protection in macOS Sequoia - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:00:37 GMT
In macOS Sequoia, users will no longer be able to Control-click to override Gatekeeper when opening software that isn’t signed correctly or notarized. They’ll need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security to review security information for software before allowing it to run.
 
Hello Developer: July 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:13 GMT
Our doors are open. Join us to explore all the new sessions, documentation, and features through online and in-person activities held in 15 cities around the world.
 
Behind the Design: How Gentler Streak approaches fitness with “humanity“ - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:59:27 GMT
Gentler Streak is a different kind of fitness tracker. In fact, to hear cofounder and CEO Katarina Lotrič tell it, it’s not really a fitness tracker at all.
 
Alternative payment options in the EU in visionOS 1.2 - Apple Developer Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:58 GMT
Alternative payment options are now supported starting in visionOS 1.2 for apps distributed on the App Store in the EU.
 
Changes for apps in the EU now available in iPadOS 18 beta 2 - Apple Developer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:12 GMT
The changes for apps in the European Union (EU), currently available to iOS users in the 27 EU member countries, can now be tested in iPadOS 18 beta 2 with Xcode 16 beta 2.
 
The App Store on Apple Vision Pro expands to new markets - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:46 GMT
Apple Vision Pro will launch in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore on June 28 and in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on July 12. Your apps and games will be automatically available on the App Store in regions you’ve selected in App Store Connect.
 
Upcoming regional age ratings in Australia and South Korea - Apple Developer Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:06:41 GMT
Apple is committed to making sure that the App Store is a safe place for everyone — especially kids. Within the next few months, you’ll need to indicate in App Store Connect if your app includes loot boxes available for purchase. In addition, a regional age rating based on local laws will automatically appear on the product page of the apps listed below on the App Store in Australia and South Korea. No other action is needed. Regional age ratings appear in addition to Apple global age ratings.
 
WWDC24 resources and survey - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:00:32 GMT
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an amazing week. We hope you found value, connection, and fun. You can continue to:
 
WWDC24 highlights - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:00:59 GMT
Browse the biggest moments from an incredible week of sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 5 - Apple Developer Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:05 GMT
Explore the highlights.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 4 - Apple Developer Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Find out what’s new across Apple platforms.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 3 - Apple Developer Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Explore new Swift and SwiftUI sessions.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 2 - Apple Developer Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:00:34 GMT
Explore everything announced at WWDC24 >
 
Find out what’s new and download beta releases - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:30:09 GMT
Discover the latest advancements across Apple platforms, including the all-new Apple Intelligence, that can help you create even more powerful, intuitive, and unique experiences.
 
Explore new documentation and sample code from WWDC24 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:00:39 GMT
Browse new and updated documentation and sample code to learn about the latest technologies, frameworks, and APIs introduced at WWDC24.
 
WWDC24 Design guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:57 GMT
Discover how this year’s design announcements can help make your app shine on Apple platforms.
 
WWDC24 Swift guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:46 GMT
Your guide to everything new in Swift, related tools, and supporting frameworks.
 
WWDC24 SwiftUI & UI Frameworks guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Design and build your apps like never before.
 
Today @ WWDC24: Day 1 - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:31 GMT
Keynote
 
WWDC24 Developer Tools guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:30 GMT
Explore a wave of updates to developer tools that make building apps and games easier and more efficient than ever.
 
WWDC24 iOS & iPadOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:26 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for iPhone and iPad.
 
WWDC24 Machine Learning & AI guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:24 GMT
Bring personal intelligence to your apps.
 
WWDC24 Games guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:22 GMT
Create the next generation of games for millions of players worldwide.
 
WWDC24 watchOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:17 GMT
Your guide to all the new features and tools for building apps for Apple Watch.
 
WWDC24 sessions schedule, lab requests, guides, and documentation now available - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:13 GMT
WWDC24 is here! Here’s how to make the most of your week:
 
WWDC24 visionOS guide - Apple Developer Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:07 GMT
The infinite canvas is waiting for you.
 
Hello Developer: June 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:30:21 GMT
With WWDC24 just days away, there’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get right to it.
 
Watch the WWDC24 Keynote - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:00:04 GMT
WWDC24
 
Watch the WWDC24 Platforms State of the Union - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:58:11 GMT
WWDC24
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award winners - Apple Developer Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:10:16 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Action packed. - Apple Developer Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:00:50 GMT
One week to go. Don’t miss the exciting reveal of the latest Apple software and technologies.
 
Introducing the 2024 Apple Design Award finalists - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:30:09 GMT
Every year, the Apple Design Awards recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement in app and game design.
 
Coming in swiftly. - Apple Developer Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:28 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community for an incredible week of technology and creativity — all online and free. WWDC24 takes place from June 10-14.
 
Check out the new Apple Developer Forums - Apple Developer Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:11 GMT
The Apple Developer Forums have been redesigned for WWDC24 to help developers connect with Apple experts, engineers, and each other to find answers and get advice.
 
Hello Developer: May 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:01:13 GMT
It won’t be long now! WWDC24 takes place online from June 10 through 14, and we’re here to help you get ready for the biggest developer event of the year. In this edition:
 
Q&A with the SharePlay team - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:46 GMT
SharePlay is all about creating meaningful shared experiences in your app. By taking advantage of SharePlay, your app can provide a real-time connection that synchronizes everything from media playback to 3D models to collaborative tools across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. We caught up with the SharePlay team to ask about creating great SharePlay experiences, spatial Personas, that magic “shockwave” effect, and more.
 
‘I taught myself’: Tucker MacDonald and the rise of Tide Guide - Apple Developer Thu, 09 May 2024 15:00:41 GMT
Lots of apps have great origin stories, but the tale of Tucker MacDonald and Tide Guide seems tailor-made for the Hollywood treatment. It begins in the dawn hours on Cape Cod, where a school-age MacDonald first learned to fish with his grandfather.
 
What’s new for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:15 GMT
The CTF is an element of the alternative business terms in the EU that reflects the value Apple provides developers through tools, technologies, and services that enable them to build and share innovative apps. We believe anyone with a good idea and the ingenuity to bring it to life should have the opportunity to offer their app to the world. Only developers who reach significant scale (more than one million first annual installs per year in the EU) pay the CTF. Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions approved for a fee waiver don’t pay the CTF. Today, we’re introducing two additional conditions in which the CTF is not required:
 
Reminder: Privacy requirement for app submissions starts May 1 - Apple Developer Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:00:50 GMT
The App Store was created to be a safe place for users to discover and get millions of apps all around the world. Over the years, we‘ve built many critical privacy and security features that help protect users and give them transparency and control — from Privacy Nutrition Labels to app tracking transparency, and so many more.
 
Q&A: Promoting your app or game with Apple Search Ads - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:00:52 GMT
Apple Search Ads helps you drive discovery of your app or game on the App Store. We caught up with the Apple Search Ads team to learn more about successfully using the service, including signing up for the free online Apple Search Ads Certification course.
 
Apple Search Ads now available in Brazil and more Latin American markets - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:00:37 GMT
Drive discovery and downloads on the App Store with Apple Search Ads in 70 countries and regions, now including Brazil, Bolivia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, and Paraguay.
 
Let loose. - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:00:46 GMT
Watch the May 7 event at apple.com, on Apple TV, or on YouTube Live.
 
Check out our newest developer activities - Apple Developer Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:00:33 GMT
Join us around the world to learn about growing your business, elevating your app design, and preparing for the App Review process. Here’s a sample of our new activities — and you can always browse the full schedule to find more.
 
Web Distribution now available in iOS 17.5 beta 2 and App Store Connect - Apple Developer Tue, 16 Apr 2024 16:00:54 GMT
Web Distribution lets authorized developers distribute their iOS apps to users in the European Union (EU) directly from a website owned by the developer. Apple will provide developers access to APIs that facilitate the distribution of their apps from the web, integrate with system functionality, and back up and restore users’ apps, once they meet certain requirements designed to help protect users and platform integrity. For details, visit Getting started with Web Distribution in the EU.
 
Hello Developer: April 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:02:26 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer — and the kickoff to WWDC season. In this edition:
 
Knotwords: Gage and Schlesinger at the crossroads - Apple Developer Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:00:55 GMT
Knotwords is a clever twist on crossword puzzles — so much so that one would expect creators Zach Gage and Jack Schlesinger to be longtime crossword masters who set out to build themselves a new challenge.
 
WWDC24: June 10-14 - Apple Developer Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:05 GMT
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology and creativity.
 
Provide your trader status in App Store Connect - Apple Developer Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:00:25 GMT
To align with the Digital Services Act (DSA) in the European Union (EU), Account Holders and Admins in the Apple Developer Program can now enter their trader status in App Store Connect.
 
More options for apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:00:27 GMT
We’re providing more flexibility for developers who distribute apps in the European Union (EU), including introducing a new way to distribute apps directly from a developer’s website.
 
Uncovering the hidden joys of Finding Hannah - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:44 GMT
On its surface, Finding Hannah is a bright and playful hidden-object game — but dig a little deeper and you’ll find something much more.
 
Q&A with the Mac notary service team - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:43 GMT
Security is at the core of every Apple platform. The Mac notary service team is part of Apple Security Engineering and Architecture, and in this Q&A, they share their tips on app distribution and account security to help Mac developers have a positive experience — and protect their users.
 
Hello Developer: March 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:32 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer. In this edition:
 
New App Store and iOS data analytics now available - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:30:33 GMT
We’re expanding the analytics available for your apps to help you get even more insight into your business and apps’ performance.
 
Updates to app distribution in the European Union - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 16:00:57 GMT
Over the past several weeks, we’ve communicated with thousands of developers to discuss DMA-related changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting apps in the European Union. As a result of the valuable feedback received, we’ve revised the Alternative Terms Addendum for Apps in the EU to update the following policies and provide developers more flexibility:
 
The latest OS Release Candidates are now available - Apple Developer Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:56:58 GMT
You can now submit your apps and games built with Xcode 15.3 and all the latest SDKs for iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4, tvOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1, and watchOS 10.4.
 
Privacy updates for App Store submissions - Apple Developer Thu, 29 Feb 2024 21:40:13 GMT
Developers are responsible for all code included in their apps. At WWDC23, we introduced new privacy manifests and signatures for commonly used third-party SDKs and announced that developers will need to declare approved reasons for using a set of APIs in their app’s privacy manifest. These changes help developers better understand how third-party SDKs use data, secure software dependencies, and provide additional privacy protection for users.
 
App submissions now open for the latest OS releases - Apple Developer Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:00:11 GMT
iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4, tvOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1, and watchOS 10.4 will soon be available to customers worldwide. Build your apps and games using the Xcode 15.3 Release Candidate and latest SDKs, then test them using TestFlight. You can submit your iPhone and iPad apps today.
 
Developer activities you’ll love - Apple Developer Wed, 14 Feb 2024 15:00:47 GMT
Apple developer activities are in full swing. Here’s a look at what’s happening:
 
Q&A with the Apple UX writing team - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:51 GMT
Writing is fundamental — especially in your apps and games, where the right words can have a profound impact on your experience. During WWDC23, the Apple UX writing team hosted a wide-ranging Q&A that covered everything from technical concepts to inspiring content to whether apps should have “character.” Here are some highlights from that conversation and resources to help you further explore writing for user interfaces.
 
Hello Developer: February 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:34 GMT
Welcome to the first Hello Developer of the spatial computing era. In this edition: Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day all over the world, find out how the Fantastical team brought their app to life on Apple Vision Pro, get UX writing advice straight from Apple experts, and catch up on the latest news and documentation.
 
“The best version we’ve ever made”: Fantastical comes to Apple Vision Pro - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:06 GMT
The best-in-class calendar app Fantastical has more than a decade of history, a shelf full of awards, and plenty of well-organized fans on iPad, iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch. Yet Michael Simmons, CEO and lead product designer for Flexibits, the company behind Fantastical, says the Apple Vision Pro app is “the best version we’ve ever made.” We asked Simmons about what he’s learned while building for visionOS, his experiences visiting the developer labs, and what advice he’d give fellow developers bringing their apps to Vision Pro.
 
Updates to support app distribution changes in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:00:01 GMT
We recently announced changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting developers’ apps in the European Union (EU) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), supported by more than 600 new APIs, a wide range of developer tools, and related documentation.
 
App Store Connect upload requirement starts April 29 - Apple Developer Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:00:43 GMT
Apps uploaded to App Store Connect must be built with Xcode 15 for iOS 17, iPadOS 17, tvOS 17, or watchOS 10, starting April 29, 2024.
 
Apply for the Swift Student Challenge now through February 25 - Apple Developer Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:00:58 GMT
Every year, the Swift Student Challenge aims to inspire students to create amazing app playgrounds that can make life better for their communities — and beyond.
 
Request a consultation about the changes to apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:58 GMT
Meet with an Apple team member to discuss changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store impacting apps in the European Union to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Topics include alternative distribution on iOS, alternative payments in the App Store, linking out to purchase on your webpage, new business terms, and more.
 
Blackbox: Rebooting an inventive puzzle game for visionOS - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:51 GMT
If you’ve ever played Blackbox, you know that Ryan McLeod builds games a little differently.
 
Apple Vision Pro developer stories and Q&As - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:26 GMT
Meet some of the incredible teams building for visionOS, and get answers from Apple experts on spatial design and creating great apps for Apple Vision Pro.
 
Price and tax updates for apps, in-app purchases, and subscriptions - Apple Developer Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:00:34 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.
 
Apple introduces new options worldwide for streaming game services and apps that provide access to mini apps and games - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:10:18 GMT
New analytics reports coming in March for developers everywhere
 
Update on apps distributed in the European Union - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:05:42 GMT
We’re sharing some changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store, impacting developers’ apps in the European Union (EU) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These changes create new options for developers who distribute apps in any of the 27 EU member states, and do not apply to apps distributed anywhere else in the world. These options include how developers can distribute apps on iOS, process payments, use web browser engines in iOS apps, request interoperability with iPhone and iOS hardware and software features, access data and analytics about their apps, and transfer App Store user data.
 
Updated App Store Review Guidelines now available - Apple Developer Thu, 25 Jan 2024 15:58:09 GMT
The App Store Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies, upcoming features, and to provide clarification. We now also indicate which guidelines only apply to Notarization for iOS apps in the European Union.
 
Swift Student Challenge applications open February 5 - Apple Developer Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:00:40 GMT
We’re so excited applications for the Swift Student Challenge 2024 will open on February 5.
 
“The full impact of fruit destruction”: How Halfbrick cultivated Super Fruit Ninja on Apple Vision Pro - Apple Developer Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:00:10 GMT
Fruit Ninja has a juicy history that stretches back more than a decade, but Samantha Turner, lead gameplay programmer at the game’s Halfbrick Studios, says the Apple Vision Pro version — Super Fruit Ninja on Apple Arcade — is truly bananas. “When it first came out, Fruit Ninja kind of gave new life to the touchscreen,” she notes, “and I think we have the potential to do something very special here.”
 
Realizing their vision: How djay designed for visionOS - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:42 GMT
Years ago, early in his professional DJ career, Algoriddim cofounder and CEO Karim Morsy found himself performing a set atop a castle tower on the Italian coast. Below him, a crowd danced in the ruins; before him streched a moonlit-drenched coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. “It was a pretty inspiring environment,” Morsy says, probably wildly underselling this.
 
Hello Developer: January 2024 - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:29 GMT
Welcome to Hello Developer. In this Apple Vision Pro-themed edition: Find out how to submit your visionOS apps to the App Store, learn how the team behind djay approached designing for the infinite canvas, and get technical answers straight from Apple Vision Pro engineers. Plus, catch up on the latest news, documentation, and developer activities.
 
Q&A: Building apps for visionOS - Apple Developer Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:00:27 GMT
Over the past few months, Apple experts have fielded questions about visionOS in Apple Vision Pro developer labs all over the world. Here are answers to some of the most frequent questions they’ve been asked, including insights on new concepts like entities, immersive spaces, collision shapes, and much more.