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FIling: Lone Palm Labs, the startup behind friend-focused photo sharing app Retro, raised a $21M Series A from Thrive Capital and others (Sydney Bradley/Business Insider) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:45:01 GMT

Sydney Bradley / Business Insider:
FIling: Lone Palm Labs, the startup behind friend-focused photo sharing app Retro, raised a $21M Series A from Thrive Capital and others — There's a social media app I like using more than Instagram or TikTok — and it's attracted serious investor interest.

 
Data center backlash isn't about AI, it's about who pays the bills (and the noise) - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Researcher Andy Masley reviewed polling data on the backlash and concluded that its main drivers are not simply distrust of Big Tech, skepticism about AI, or concerns about China. Instead, he found that people are responding to "object-level local environmental and economic harms" associated with proposed projects.

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Will Map Apps Rename Lake Ontario After Trump’s Order? It’s Too Soon to Say - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:23 GMT
The Great Lake’s name could change on your map app depending on what side of the US-Canada border you’re on.
 
Affinity is a free creative suite for photo editing, vector design, and page layout - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:27:00 GMT
Affinity combines professional photo editing, vector graphics, and publishing tools in one free app for Windows and macOS. Owned by Canva, it supports formats such as PSD, AI, PDF, SVG, and IDML, and is also featured in our Essential Apps selection.
 
Sources: the US is drafting a rule to close an export controls loophole that lets Chinese companies access AI chips via data centers in countries like Thailand (The Information) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:15:18 GMT

The Information:
Sources: the US is drafting a rule to close an export controls loophole that lets Chinese companies access AI chips via data centers in countries like Thailand — Soon after President Donald Trump began his second term in office in 2025, the White House announced it would undo export controls …

 
Indie Dev Releases Tearful Message After Multiple Laptops Are Stolen At Gamescom - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:28 GMT
  1. Indie Dev Releases Tearful Message After Multiple Laptops Are Stolen At Gamescom Kotaku
  2. Chumba shouldn't start from scratch: CD Projekt RED promised to help developer robbed at gamescom ixbt.games
  3. Police Report Officially Filed After Gamescom Incident TheGamer
  4. Indie Horror Developer Mimic Had All His Equipment Stolen Directly from His Booth at gamescom ixbt.games
 
a16z creates a $1.1B Machine Age fund focusing on hardware to "open the throttle and accelerate the physical buildout of AI" (Sean O'Kane/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:46:19 GMT

Sean O'Kane / TechCrunch:
a16z creates a $1.1B Machine Age fund focusing on hardware to “open the throttle and accelerate the physical buildout of AI” — Andreessen Horowitz has launched a new “Machine Age” fund with $1.1 billion raised. The firm's aim with the new fund is to “open the throttle and accelerate the physical buildout of AI.”

 
Meta Keeps Trying to Fix Glasses Privacy Concerns With New Update - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:44:54 GMT
Another update for Meta glasses aims to shut down recording when the light’s off, and an ad campaign is trying to address the pervert concerns.
 
Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:42:24 GMT
Meta fixes AI glasses to stop recording any time users cover up the safety light.
 
Building a Headless Game Boy Emulator - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:30:12 GMT
[Artificial-Age] has built a rather unique way to play old Game Boy games. It’s an emulator, but it doesn’t work in quite the way you might think! Since the Game …read more
 
How to make your Android alarm ring at full volume even when your calls are muted - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT
Your phone should be able to still sound your morning alarm when it's in silent mode. If it's not, here are some settings to check.
 
iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders May Start at an Unusual Time - MacRumors - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:17:18 GMT
  1. iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders May Start at an Unusual Time MacRumors
  2. Apple to Ship 10 Million Foldable iPhones in Year One, IDC Says Bloomberg.com
  3. Four advantages iPhone 18 Pro will have over the iPhone Ultra 9to5Mac
  4. Apple to launch next iPhone on September 9 in first major event under new CEO Ternus Reuters
  5. As Apple Prepares Its Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now CNET
 
Apple’s new M6 adds feature previously exclusive to high-end chips - 9to5Mac - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:07:00 GMT
  1. Apple’s new M6 adds feature previously exclusive to high-end chips 9to5Mac
  2. Apple introduces new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra Apple
  3. Apple’s new desktop computers are designed specifically for local AI development Ars Technica
  4. Apple Gears Up to Launch Its First New Mac Mini in Two Years Bloomberg.com
  5. Apple is making it really difficult to buy its highest-end Mac Studio Macworld
 
Grand Theft Auto VI Has a New Trailer and Grand Ambitions - The New York Times - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:07:00 GMT
  1. Grand Theft Auto VI Has a New Trailer and Grand Ambitions The New York Times
  2. The biggest video game of all time looks like a movie The Verge
  3. 'Grand Theft Auto 6' preview signals blockbuster demand, analysts say CNBC
  4. Wow: GTA 6's first gameplay has redefined what videogames are capable of Top Gear
  5. ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ finally looks like the future The Washington Post
 
Stock trading app Ajaib raised a $270M Series C from SBI Holdings, the largest round since 2022 in Indonesia, where startups raised just ~$340M last year (Olivia Poh/Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:41 GMT

Olivia Poh / Bloomberg:
Stock trading app Ajaib raised a $270M Series C from SBI Holdings, the largest round since 2022 in Indonesia, where startups raised just ~$340M last year — Ajaib, an Indonesian online stock trading platform, scored $270 million in the country's largest tech fundraising round since 2022 …

 
AI Has Human Doctors Asking: What’s Left for Us? - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A recent paper argues that AI is often better at doctoring than doctors. Guess who isn't thrilled.
 
Judge strikes down Anthropic blacklist, says government retaliated over Pentagon criticism - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:59:00 GMT

US District Judge Rita F. Lin ruled late Thursday that the government failed to show Anthropic posed a national-security threat. Instead, she found that officials acted against the company after it publicly challenged the Pentagon's plans for using AI.

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Apple TV Now Costs More. Here’s What to Know - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:42:46 GMT
A price hike has also hit Apple One, affecting subscribers in the US.
 
Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:40:45 GMT
  1. Dev Calls Steam Branding His Adventure Game Porn 'Humiliating' Kotaku
  2. "This has been the most humiliating and surreal experience in 20+ years of game making": Dev pleads with Valve as Steam brands his PEGI 12 game as pornography GamesRadar+
  3. Indie Developer Calls Valve a Monopolist and Criticizes Adult Content Moderation Policy ixbt.games
 
Price increases suddenly hit Apple TV and Apple One - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:37:58 GMT
You might have to pay a bit more to catch the end of the latest Ted Lasso season.
 
Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:31:10 GMT
  1. Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears Eurogamer.net
  2. Iron Man's Official Return Looks Incredible in Leaked Footage Polygon.com
  3. Canceled Iron Man Game Footage Leaks Online, Showing Destructible Environments, Flying, and More IGN
  4. EA's Iron Man Is Still Alive As New Trailer Showing Suits, Villains, And More Leaks Online OpenCritic
  5. The trailer for the upcoming Iron Man video game leaks online (and it looks amazing) Bam Smack Pow
 
Developer auctions off sticker space on a MacBook he hasn't even bought yet, and it worked - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:26:00 GMT

The developer here is Vincent, who posts on X as @VynseDev and works out of Bordeaux.

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How Meta founded FAIR in 2013, fell behind as it was distracted by the metaverse, and is spending an unprecedented amount of money trying to catch up (Harry McCracken/Fast Company) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:10:00 GMT

Harry McCracken / Fast Company:
How Meta founded FAIR in 2013, fell behind as it was distracted by the metaverse, and is spending an unprecedented amount of money trying to catch up — Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, posted an AI manifesto to his company's website in August. The 6,537-word missive resembled similar proclamations …

 
Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? - A.V. Club - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:09:57 GMT
Why do people get so weird about Grand Theft Auto? A.V. Club
 
First Leak of Nvidia’s DLSS 5 Apparently Makes Games Look and Run Worse - Gizmodo - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:18 GMT
  1. First Leak of Nvidia’s DLSS 5 Apparently Makes Games Look and Run Worse Gizmodo
  2. DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything The Verge
  3. DLSS 5 Gets Modded Into Skyrim With Dramatic Changes to Lighting and Character Faces TechPowerUp
  4. Modder implements DLSS 5 into Control using DLL from NBA 2K 27, mod drops performance from 71 FPS to 35 FPS on an RTX 5070 Ti TweakTown
  5. DLSS 5 has already been ported to work on RTX 4000 Series graphics cards — incompatible CUDA instructions get patched to work on previous-gen hardware Tom's Hardware
 
This Week in Security: Android Malware, VOIP Hijack, Signal Contact Discovery, and TeamPCP Arrests - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:14 GMT
On GitHub, [AyaanB] details buying a cheap Android TV streaming device, looking for, and finding, baked-in malware. Multiple warnings have been issued by the FBI and CISA regarding malware on …read more
 
The $700 Galaxy S26 FE brings Samsung's latest AI features to a cheaper phone with few hardware upgrades - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:53:00 GMT

The price is $50 higher than the Galaxy S25 FE's starting price. Samsung has pointed to ongoing pressure on RAM supply, which has also contributed to price increases across other recent Galaxy devices.

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Apple TV raises prices in the US, with the monthly price up by $2 to $14.99, its fourth increase in four years; the individual Apple One tier rises $2 to $21.95 (Todd Spangler/Variety) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:40:00 GMT

Todd Spangler / Variety:
Apple TV raises prices in the US, with the monthly price up by $2 to $14.99, its fourth increase in four years; the individual Apple One tier rises $2 to $21.95 — Tech giant also ups price of Apple One multi-service bundle's individual plan — It's going to cost Americans a few more bucks to watch …

 
Sources: Meta is testing robots from ABB and others to handle data center tasks such as swapping cables and resetting servers as it seeks to lower labor costs (Paresh Dave/Wired) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:21:12 GMT

Paresh Dave / Wired:
Sources: Meta is testing robots from ABB and others to handle data center tasks such as swapping cables and resetting servers as it seeks to lower labor costs — The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians …

 
X says China used hundreds of bot accounts to amplify fears about AI data centers that many Americans already share - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:21:00 GMT

X's Global Government Affairs writes that the 200 accounts were posting "in a manner that could manipulate a legitimate debate about American AI and energy policy."

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Rockstar says GTA 6 runs at 30 FPS, while it's reportedly unsure about a 60 FPS performance mode - Eurogamer.net - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:20:14 GMT
  1. Rockstar says GTA 6 runs at 30 FPS, while it's reportedly unsure about a 60 FPS performance mode Eurogamer.net
  2. GTA 6 Sounds Like It Won't Be 60FPS At Launch Kotaku
  3. What Console Should You Buy for GTA 6? We Break Down PS5 vs. Xbox Pricing, Deals, and More IGN
  4. GTA 6 On PS5: What The Extended Look Reveals About Graphics, Loading, And DualSense svg.com
  5. GTA 6 Extended Look Raises One Big Question That Needs To Be Answered Before Launch bgr.com
 
STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Gamescom 2026 demo playthrough - Gematsu - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:10:27 GMT
  1. STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Gamescom 2026 demo playthrough Gematsu
  2. How To Watch Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Game Informer
  3. Gamescom highlights gaming boom amid AI concerns dw.com
  4. Watch: Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Nintendo Life
  5. Gamescom 2026 is "proof that the game industry is working towards a better tomorrow" PCGamesN
 
Meta's India and Southeast Asia VP Sandhya Devanathan is joining OpenAI to oversee consumer growth and enterprise adoption across SE Asia and Australia (Jagmeet Singh/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:06:10 GMT

Jagmeet Singh / TechCrunch:
Meta's India and Southeast Asia VP Sandhya Devanathan is joining OpenAI to oversee consumer growth and enterprise adoption across SE Asia and Australia — Meta's India and Southeast Asia vice president, Sandhya Devanathan, is leaving the social media giant to join OpenAI, the ChatGPT maker told TechCrunch.

 
Apple TV Hikes Price, Will Now Cost $14.99 A Month In U.S. - Deadline - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:04:00 GMT
  1. Apple TV Hikes Price, Will Now Cost $14.99 A Month In U.S. Deadline
  2. Apple TV Hikes Price of Streaming Service in U.S. Effective Immediately Variety
  3. Apple hikes subscription prices for Apple TV and Apple One in the U.S. CNBC
  4. Apple TV Hikes Prices as Streaming Inflation Continues The Hollywood Reporter
  5. Apple TV now costs $14.99 a month after its fourth price hike in four years The Verge
 
The pros and cons of flash memory - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Flash memory is popular for lots of good reasons, but it's not without its faults. Will the market be moving on?
 
Pokémon Champions review: Peak monster battling - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
If you want to be the very best, Pokémon Champions is your new arena.
 
84 Switch 1 & 2 Games To Check Out In Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale (US) - Nintendo Life - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. 84 Switch 1 & 2 Games To Check Out In Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale (US) Nintendo Life
  2. Blockbuster Sale: Save big on select digital games! Nintendo
  3. Save up to 90% on Spike Chunsoft Games During the Blockbuster Sale on Nintendo eShop August 27 to September 9, 2026 Spike Chunsoft
  4. Nintendo kicks off Blockbuster Sale on the eShop GoNintendo
  5. SEGA and Atlus Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Sonic Mania, Virtua Fighter 5, and more at new low prices Nintendo Everything
 
The 2026 Midterms Are Coming. Political Deepfakes Are Already Here - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Remember that fake Joe Biden robocall? That likely won’t be the last AI deepfake we see during election season.
 
New US tariffs threaten to make PCs, game consoles, and data centers more expensive, again - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:47:00 GMT

Sources told Politico that the US is considering a fresh round of tariffs on semiconductors, representing another attempt to boost domestic chip manufacturing. The tariffs threaten to raise the prices of numerous electronics, many of which are already impacted by memory shortages.

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A look at Beijing's AGI Bar, the unofficial clubhouse for China's AI industry where entrepreneurs trade gossip, recruit talent, and court investors over beers (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:36:08 GMT

Bloomberg:
A look at Beijing's AGI Bar, the unofficial clubhouse for China's AI industry where entrepreneurs trade gossip, recruit talent, and court investors over beers — Beloved by entrepreneurs, coders and investors, AGI Bar offers a window into the startup ecosystem challenging Silicon Valley.

 
Apple Isn’t Following Its Typical Playbook for the September iPhone Event - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:16:00 GMT
Tim Cook is having a wild last week on the job.
 
Windows 10 users have just weeks left before Nvidia ends Game Ready driver updates - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:03:00 GMT

The cutoff comes one year after Microsoft officially retired Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Nvidia granted the aging operating system an extra 12 months of full Game Ready and Studio Driver coverage, allowing owners of supported GeForce cards to continue receiving optimizations for new games.

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How to add an intro to Apple CarPlay using Shortcuts - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
If you want your car to greet you every morning, the Shortcuts app can make it happen.
 
The iPhone Air Is One of Apple’s Most Important Products, Even if It Wasn’t a Blockbuster - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Apple’s super-thin iPhone didn’t sell like crazy, but it helped set the stage for something bigger: the long-rumored foldable.
 
The 31 Best Deals From the REI Labor Day Sale - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Labor Day already? Say it ain’t so. You can still chase summer a while longer with these great deals on outdoor gear at the REI Labor Day Sale.
 
Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT reports H1 revenue of ~$22.4B, more than double its 2025 sales, and ~$11.5B in profit, compared to a loss a year earlier (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:40:01 GMT

Bloomberg:
Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT reports H1 revenue of ~$22.4B, more than double its 2025 sales, and ~$11.5B in profit, compared to a loss a year earlier — CXMT Corp.'s first-half revenue leapt almost 10-fold while profit surged, reflecting a rush for AI hardware that's made the memory chipmaker China's most valuable business.

 
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:39:00 GMT
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here's my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
 
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:05 GMT
The group infected more than 1,000 organizations in a relentless supply-chain attack campaign.
 
An iPhone 17 Pro gets dropped from 100,000 feet and survives - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The companies launched the phone from Kiruna, Sweden, on June 24 using a high-altitude balloon, releasing it at 30,607 meters – more than three times the typical cruising altitude of a commercial airliner. There was no parachute or protective container around the device, no heating system during the flight, and...

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Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Delayed Yet Again To, Er, Avoid GTA 6 - Kotaku - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:14:46 GMT
  1. Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Delayed Yet Again To, Er, Avoid GTA 6 Kotaku
  2. Cloud Imperium delays Squadron 42 to 2027 – "There is no way I want to launch into the attention buzz saw of GTA 6" GamesIndustry.biz
  3. We are all shocked, shocked, that Star Citizen spinoff Squadron 42 has been delayed into 2027 Massively Overpowered
  4. Star Citizen Spinoff Squadron 42 Delayed to 2027, Dev Insists It's Because of GTA 6 IGN
  5. Henry Cavill Sci-Fi Thriller Officially Delayed To Avoid GTA 6 OpenCritic
 
RAM and eMMC Prices Are So High, Pine64 Has Stopped Linux Device Production - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:51 GMT
We all know that the price of RAM and storage has shot up due to demand from the AI industry and other factors. In most cases that means we grumble …read more
 
Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut - ArsTechnica Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:39 GMT
"From here on, Starlink missions out of Florida will fly on Starship."
 
He Scraped All of Their Art for AI. Now He’s Collaborating on a Tool to Help Them - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The art portfolio platform Cara, designed for creators who don’t want their work used to train AI, has been under assault by trolls seizing and publishing its data.
 
Inside Meta’s Push to Put Robots to Work in Data Centers - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:56:22 GMT
The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians, fueling concerns among some workers that their jobs could be at risk.
 
People are itching to create the Gen Z version of Friends. Here are five reasons it's impossible - BBC - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:54:05 GMT
People are itching to create the Gen Z version of Friends. Here are five reasons it's impossible BBC
 
The Easiest Ways to Share Anything Between Android and iOS - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT
Transferring files and data across platforms is more straightforward than ever.
 
South Korea unveils a project with KT, SK Telecom, and Kakao to provide premium AI tools to the public for free, a move that treats AI like a public utility (Jiyoung Sohn/Wall Street Journal) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:40:01 GMT

Jiyoung Sohn / Wall Street Journal:
South Korea unveils a project with KT, SK Telecom, and Kakao to provide premium AI tools to the public for free, a move that treats AI like a public utility — Seoul wants to direct use of homegrown AI chatbots to reduce reliance on U.S. or Chinese options, footing the bill and offering unlimited tokens

 
Grand Theft Auto VI could take you more than 80 hours to finish - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:38:19 GMT
PSA to friends and family of GTA fans: You'll probably rarely see them from November 19 onwards.
 
Bluesky launches a feature to let users hide their posts from non-followers in its Discover feed; other AT Proto apps can choose whether to respect the opt-out (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:10 GMT

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch:
Bluesky launches a feature to let users hide their posts from non-followers in its Discover feed; other AT Proto apps can choose whether to respect the opt-out — After adding support for longer videos just yesterday, open social network Bluesky on Thursday introduced a new algorithmic opt …

 
XGIMI Vibe One Battery-Powered Projector Review (2026) - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
 
I was planning to skip the Pixel 11. These 5 upgrades changed my mind - Android Authority - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
  1. I was planning to skip the Pixel 11. These 5 upgrades changed my mind Android Authority
  2. You can officially buy the Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5. blog.google
  3. The Google Pixel 11 Pro Still Has the Best Display for Gaming, but Other Troubles Emerge CNET
  4. Amazon knocks $150 off Pixel 11 phones, with up to $200 in gift cards The Verge
  5. My Pixel 11 will be better in 6 months, so I'm waiting to buy it then Android Police
 
How Shein pivoted to a Hong Kong IPO and sought to build Chinese government ties, after its New York and London bids failed to secure Beijing's approval (Reuters) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:21 GMT

Reuters:
How Shein pivoted to a Hong Kong IPO and sought to build Chinese government ties, after its New York and London bids failed to secure Beijing's approval — When Shein makes its market debut on Tuesday, it will be in Hong Kong and not New York or London like it once dreamed …

 
AI is driving an "expertise recession" as people increasingly question professional advice - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT

It used to be that most people would blindly accept the advice of professionals without questioning it. But new research by Use.AI shows how doctors, teachers, managers, and others are being challenged by AI.

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I Asked 100 Companies for My Data. I Got Deletion Notices Instead - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT
California residents have a legal right to access the data that companies collect about them. Actually exercising that right is a burdensome nightmare.
 
Tencent releases Hy4 Preview, a 770B-parameter open model with 1M context window, and says it outperforms Z.AI and Moonshot models in internal tests (Bloomberg) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:40:07 GMT

Bloomberg:
Tencent releases Hy4 Preview, a 770B-parameter open model with 1M context window, and says it outperforms Z.AI and Moonshot models in internal tests — Tencent Holdings Ltd. released a foundation model it says outperforms rivals Z.AI Co. and Moonshot AI in internal tests …

 
The UK Treasury tells the Bank of England to boost innovation in payment systems and digital money, as it seeks to promote the UK as a hub for stablecoins (Financial Times) - Techmeme Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:35:32 GMT

Financial Times:
The UK Treasury tells the Bank of England to boost innovation in payment systems and digital money, as it seeks to promote the UK as a hub for stablecoins — Treasury gives central bank a new legal objective as part of effort to promote UK as hub for stablecoins

 
Managers Beware: ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Is Going to Be a Work Blackout - WSJ - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
  1. Managers Beware: ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Is Going to Be a Work Blackout WSJ
  2. Specialist outlets estimate GTA VI absenteeism could cost the US a billion dollars MercoPress
  3. The black hole effect. Why the release of GTA VI will turn autumn 2026 into a graveyard for good games Mezha
  4. The Biggest Gaming Stories That Happened Since GTA 5 Came Out 13 Years Ago GameSpot
 
There Are So Many Conspiracy Theories About Dolly Parton and Vaccines - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT
Influential right-wing conspiracy theorists and MAGA-aligned pundits are falsely claiming that the Covid vaccine killed Dolly Parton, the vaccination advocate and philanthropist.
 
How an Atlanta Suburb Ended Up Sharing Flock Data With More Than 2,000 Organizations - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Alpharetta, Georgia, cops share data with thousands of Flock users, ranging from federal agencies to a fish and wildlife commission. The reasons why show how vast—and invasive—the network has become.
 
CD Projekt Red showcases new The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered Switch 2 gameplay and control options - RPG Site - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:32:48 GMT
  1. CD Projekt Red showcases new The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered Switch 2 gameplay and control options RPG Site
  2. CD PROJEKT RED teams up with Blizzard Entertainment Blizzard News
  3. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Bumps PC Minimum Hardware Requirements TechPowerUp
  4. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered Announced, Songs of the Past Gets First Look CD PROJEKT RED Press Center
  5. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past Preview: Coming Out Game Informer
 
PaperCut Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks, Affecting All NG and MF Versions - The Hacker News - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:25:00 GMT
  1. PaperCut Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks, Affecting All NG and MF Versions The Hacker News
  2. PaperCut targeted by hackers Printweek
  3. URGENT Security Advisory: PaperCut NG/MF The Cannata Report -
  4. Hackers Actively Exploiting Pre-Auth RCE Flaw in PaperCut Print Software IT Security Guru
  5. Patch now! Attackers targeting PaperCut NG/MF heise online
 
Panoramic Photography with a Linear Scanner - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT
Although digital photography took a big bite of the film industry’s lunch, it wasn’t able to completely eliminate the need — or desire — for photographers to use film in …read more
 
The first phone with three 200MP cameras (!) is coming soon, and we have high hopes - Android Authority - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT
  1. The first phone with three 200MP cameras (!) is coming soon, and we have high hopes Android Authority
  2. Oppo Find X10 Pro Max again tipped to feature three 200MP cameras - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com
  3. Oppo Find X10 Camera Details Emerge: Oppo’s ProXDR Tech Promises 17EV Dynamic Range, 4K HDR My Mobile India
  4. OPPO Find X10 Pro Max Leaks Triple 200MP Cameras: Groundbreaking Mobile Photography or Pure Specification Circus? Techgenyz
  5. Oppo could further raise the bar for smartphone cameras with the Find X10 Pro Max Digital Trends
 
Stripe-led group is reportedly abandoning its PayPal acquisition - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:34:44 GMT
Stripe and buyout firm Advent are no longer pursuing their acquisition of PayPal as was reported earlier this month.
 
X claims it found a Chinese bot farm posting anti-AI data center sentiments - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:21:43 GMT
X found a bot farm in its investigation of inauthentic Chinese accounts. Out of 200,000 bots, 200 allegedly focused on posting against AI data centers.
 
Support Bath Enables an Epoxy Benchy - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:47 GMT
A clear tank of gel is shown against a black background. In the gel, the shape of a white plastic boat is suspended. A coarse-tipped needle dips into the top of the gel bath.
There’s plenty of substances that can theoretically be extruded from a nozzle, but only a regrettably small subset of them can actually be used for 3D printing. One limiting factor …read more
 
Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off │September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.
 
Reebok Discount Code: Save 15%+ in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Score deep discounts on running shoes, athletic apparel, and classics with the latest verified Reebok promo codes, student discounts, and member-only savings.
 
Gametime Promo Code: Save on Tickets in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Grab last-minute seats for less with a verified Gametime discount code for up to 10% off, first-purchase coupons, and lowest price guarantee credits.
 
30% VistaPrint Coupon & Promo Codes | September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.
 
Maytag Promo Codes: 15% Off Appliances - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Upgrade your home for less with these verified Maytag discount codes, military savings, and limited-time closeout offers on washers, dryers, and more.
 
Chatbooks Promo Code: Save up to 40% on Photo Books in September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Keep your memories alive without breaking the bank by using these top Chatbooks coupon codes and saving strategies.
 
Hotels.com Coupon Codes for September 2026 - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!
 
Judge rules that the Pentagon's Anthropic ban was 'illegal and baseless' - Engadget Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:43:23 GMT
'The empty invocation of national security is not a blank check to punish and retaliate against government critics.'
 
Gage Coon: An Earth scientist exploring the power of microbes - MIT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The PhD student’s research on how microorganisms digest compounds in their environment could enable advances in wastewater treatment.
 
A Judge Has Blocked the Pentagon’s Attempt to Blacklist Anthropic - Wired Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:04:14 GMT
A federal judge has called the Department of Defense’s designation of Anthropic as a national security supply-chain risk “illegal and baseless.”
 
Modders got Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 running early, and it's a huge performance hit - TechSpot Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:41:00 GMT

Data miners discovered what appears to be a DLL for Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 tech in NBA 2K27's installation files soon after the game's early access period started this week. While the basketball simulator does not yet officially support DLSS 5, modders have already begun testing its AI-generated "photorealism" filter...

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Running Multiple Linux Kernels Without Hypervisor - Hack a Day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:00:17 GMT
In a move that’s no doubt going to trigger a lot of confusion and nostalgia, Mklinux is back, in a sense. As the announcement makes clear, this is multikernel Linux, …read more
 
Laser-wielding mosquito killer hits market promising to track and zap backyard pests midair - Fox Business - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:53:00 GMT
  1. Laser-wielding mosquito killer hits market promising to track and zap backyard pests midair Fox Business
  2. Laser-beam mosquito shooter is now available for preorder New Atlas
  3. Mosquito killer retailing for $988 swears to battle rising California West Nile threat New York Post
 
Caviar launches wild iPhone 17 Pro with Geiger counter, titanium body, and Swiss watch - Gizmochina - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:53:37 GMT
  1. Caviar launches wild iPhone 17 Pro with Geiger counter, titanium body, and Swiss watch Gizmochina
  2. Caviar's New iPhone 17 Pro Has a Built-In Radiation Detector, and It Costs $13,130 Android Headlines
  3. Caviar Releases a $13,000 iPhone 17 Pro With a Built-in Geiger Counter The Mac Observer
  4. Caviar launches $13,000 iPhone 17 Pro featuring a built-in Geiger counter Notebookcheck
 
SanDisk launches 1TB microSD Express card for Switch 2 - Notebookcheck - Google Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:19:00 GMT
  1. SanDisk launches 1TB microSD Express card for Switch 2 Notebookcheck
  2. ICYMI: SanDisk Is Now Selling A 1TB MicroSD Express Card For Switch 2 Nintendo Life
  3. Lexar 512GB MicroSD Card Gets the Clearance Treatment at 38% Off After Amazon Nearly Cleared Out the 1TB Model Kotaku
  4. The Zelda-Themed 1TB MicroSD Card Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Since 2025 IGN
  5. SanDisk’s 256GB Switch 2-compatible Express microSD card just hit a new $58 all-time low for Labor Day 9to5Toys
 
What Meta’s All-New Social Media Guidelines Promise to Change for Teen Users - CNET Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:10:57 GMT
A major lawsuit has led Meta to change the rules again for young users on Instagram and Facebook. Here’s exactly what’s changing.
 
1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton - CNET - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:45:26 GMT
  1. 1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton CNET
  2. ‘No Warning’—The Chinese Apps Secretly ‘Spying On Millions’ Of iPhone And Android Users Forbes
  3. Millions of VPN users in the US are inadvertently putting their privacy at risk, Proton warns TechRadar
  4. Proton finds 85% of US-downloaded VPN apps contain trackers CyberInsider
  5. Proton Study Finds 85% of VPN Apps in the U.S. Contain Trackers, Raising Serious Privacy Concerns MacSources
 
1 in 6 VPNs Track Your Location, According to New Report From Proton - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:45:24 GMT
According to the report, 64 VPN apps on Apple’s App Store and Google Play contain trackers that collect your sensitive data; the exact opposite of what a VPN is supposed to do.
 
This is GTA 6: an 80-hour story, 3x bigger map than Red Dead 2, and cops that remember your face - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:29:00 GMT

After three years of trailers and delays, Rockstar finally showed Grand Theft Auto VI actually being played. The unusual 26-minute "Extended Look" premiered on Netflix hours before it landed on YouTube (or watch Rockstar's embed below).

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Transmission keeps torrent downloads simple and lightweight - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:21:00 GMT
Transmission is a free BitTorrent client known for its low resource usage and simple interface. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, it supports the core features expected from a modern torrent client while keeping the application lightweight and straightforward.
 
Rooftop Camper For Roofless Vehicle - Hack a Day Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:00:20 GMT
The Honda Goldwing is one of the more famous motorcycles ever produced. It’s known for its reliability and comfort, but also for being one of the first motorcycles Honda rolls …read more
 
Bluesky has a new setting to help you avoid accidentally going viral - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:36:24 GMT
The setting will prevent your posts from being recommended in the algorithmic "discover" feed.
 
Anthropic's new hardware standard lets AI agents control the physical world - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:15:43 GMT
Standardized driver interface aims to let devices talk to AI and each other.
 
Human, Beware: The Secrets We Tell AI Chatbots Aren’t Private - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:08:19 GMT
A recent DuckDuckGo survey finds that people are sharing intimate details with chatbots without knowing all the privacy risks.
 
You won't be able to hot-wire every car in GTA 6 - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:01:02 GMT
Stealing cars in GTA 6 will require different approaches depending on their make and model.
 
The most popular Android phone brands rarely sold in the US - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT
People in the US don't have much choice beyond Apple, Google, and Samsung phones. But there are so many more choices that aren't sold in the region.
 
Adobe Photoshop Adds a Whole New AI Editing Mode - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:45:35 GMT
The new AI Assisted Editor is another AI tool for Adobe’s image editing software.
 
Jonny Kim’s resume already lists Navy SEAL, astronaut, doctor. He’s now returning to active duty. - Navy Times - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:42:31 GMT
Jonny Kim’s resume already lists Navy SEAL, astronaut, doctor. He’s now returning to active duty. Navy TimesSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News
 
GTA 6 'demo' delivers malware directly to your PC - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:38:42 GMT
Despite what some scam sites may try to tell you, Rockstar has not made any of GTA 6 available to play in advance.
 
GTA 6's Main Story Took a Rockstar Dev 80 Hours To Beat - Polygon.com - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:38:31 GMT
  1. GTA 6's Main Story Took a Rockstar Dev 80 Hours To Beat Polygon.com
  2. GTA 6 map: Community mapping project resembles what CyberLeek revealed Mashable
  3. Grand Theft Auto VI Could Take You More Than 80 Hours To Finish Engadget
  4. ‘It’s a Big Map, a Very Big Map’ – GTA 6 Is Rockstar’s Most Complex World Yet IGN
  5. GTA 6 Map Will Be Twice the Size of GTA 5 and Three Times the Size of Red Dead Redemption 2 TechPowerUp
 
6 Takeaways From the GTA VI Extended Look - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:30:28 GMT
Grand Theft Auto VI is nigh. Here’s what the developer revealed about its highly anticipated game.
 
Complaints Pile Up for Popular Meal Kit Services Amid Missing Ingredients and Poor Customer Service - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:28:06 GMT
Unhappy customers told CNET about their negative experiences with Marley Spoon.
 
The Powerful Stealth AI Model ‘Ox Alpha’ Is Now GLM-5.3-Flash, and You Can Use It - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:17:09 GMT
The Chinese AI company Z.ai has confirmed responsibility for the model, which caught users’ attention on OpenRouter last week.
 
James Pond's creator is not happy with the series' allegedly AI-generated legacy collection - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:14:32 GMT
The developers don't have "a scrap of respect" for the series, according to Chris Sorrell.
 
AI Agents Are Hacking Systems. Could That Push the US and China to Cooperate? - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:08:34 GMT
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” senior writer Will Knight talks his recent visit to China and the future of AI collaboration.
 
GTA 6 is a humongous game with 600,000 unique animations, doubling the animation work put into Red Dead Redemption 2 - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:07:47 GMT
  1. GTA 6 is a humongous game with 600,000 unique animations, doubling the animation work put into Red Dead Redemption 2 Eurogamer.net
  2. Rockstar formed a new LA-based team to develop more realistic NPCs for Grand Theft Auto 6 GamesIndustry.biz
  3. Say Hello To GTA 6's Awesome New Dialogue System Polygon.com
  4. Rockstar Games brought in 50 real street artists to design in-game murals in GTA 6 Shacknews
  5. GTA VI in 4K is already on YouTube: Rockstar opened access to the full presentation ixbt.games
 
Nokia’s 300 Charge Is the Cool Retro Phone You Won’t Be Using in the US - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:07:21 GMT
The unavailability of the phone due to its 2G networking may drive fans of retro-styled phones to look at other options.
 
OpenAI, Google and dozens of other companies publish open letter calling for collective action on cyber defense - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:06:30 GMT
Dozens of companies came together to publish an open letter titled "A call for collective action on cyber defense."
 
Rockstar Games pulls back the curtain on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ after leak - NBC News - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:57:13 GMT
  1. Rockstar Games pulls back the curtain on ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ after leak NBC News
  2. GTA 6 leaks: Rockstar issues statement over online clips BBC
  3. 'GTA 6' Cyberleek update: Meme coin crashes as leaker cashes out Mashable
  4. Rockstar Posts Statement On ‘GTA 6’ Leaks As Lucia Story Spoilers Hit Forbes
  5. Rockstar Games Responds To 'Heartbreaking' Grand Theft Auto VI Leaks Game Informer
 
Elon Musk’s xAI used child porn to train Grok models, lawsuit says - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:52:31 GMT
xAI accused of training Grok on real and AI-generated child pornography.
 
Guns, cars and chihuahuas: Breaking down the GTA 6 extended look - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:47:37 GMT
Let's break down what Netflix viewers got to see ahead of the YouTube crowd in excruciating detail.
 
Amazon is shutting down Mechanical Turk after more than 20 years - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:10:00 GMT

After being in the crowdsourcing market for more than two decades, Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) will permanently shut down on September 30, 2026. Amazon said it regularly evaluates its tools, programs, and services, and MTurk is clearly being left behind as other ventures have emerged as AI-focused training initiatives.

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GOP heads to Supreme Court after losing case over TV election ad prices - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:06:10 GMT
GOP campaign committees want quick ruling before election ads ramp up next week.
 
Sony’s New Bravia 6 TVs Take On Entry-Level OLEDs - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:58:21 GMT
The new OLEDs feature budget-friendlier pricing and start at 48 inches.
 
Report: Nvidia to acquire AI model repository Hugging Face for $13 billion - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:55:22 GMT
Nvidia is nabbing critical infrastructure for open models as interest grows.
 
GTA 6's driving and car-jacking will be "more challenging", Rockstar says, amid a seemingly big push for realism - Eurogamer.net - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:44:05 GMT
  1. GTA 6's driving and car-jacking will be "more challenging", Rockstar says, amid a seemingly big push for realism Eurogamer.net
  2. In GTA 6 You’re Not Just Wanted, You’re Hunted IGN
  3. You Won't Be Able To Hot-Wire Every Car In GTA 6 Engadget
  4. GTA 6's new honor system will change how you play the game Polygon.com
  5. GTA 6's apparent shift towards awkward ultra-realism is a huge risk - and that's exactly why it's the right thing to do Eurogamer.net
 
Google’s AI note-taking app now allows you to interact with books - The Verge - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT
  1. Google’s AI note-taking app now allows you to interact with books The Verge
  2. Expert Intelligence: a new way for you to engage with trusted content blog.google
  3. Google Launches AI Tool to Add Interactivity to E-books Publishers Weekly
  4. Gemini Notebook Can Now Dig Into eBooks You Bought on Google Play PCMag
  5. Google announces ‘Expert Intelligence’ to let you add Play Books in Gemini Notebook 9to5Google
 
Looking beyond natural sequences - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:20:00 GMT
A new machine-learning framework aims to improve the success rate of computational protein design while moving away from results that reproduce sequences found in nature.
 
Google Engineer Accused of Polymarket Insider Trading Says He Was Just Gambling - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:39 GMT
Michele Spagnuolo was arrested for alleged insider trading on Polymarket, but the Switzerland-based engineer says he was simply gambling—activity that is beyond the reach of US commodities law.
 
Ubisoft apologizes for accidentally selling Heroes of Might and Magic 3 without the actual game files - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:10:08 GMT
The Steam release was supposed to get fans excited for an upcoming remake.
 
Hugging Face’s Microduck Feels Like a Harbinger of the Cute AI Robot Wave - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:08:38 GMT
It waddles… it roller-skates… it plays ball… it learns.
 
Nvidia posts another record quarter, predicts explosive AI-driven growth will last through 2028 - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:07:00 GMT

According to Nvidia's official filing with the SEC, quarterly revenue for the three-month period ending in July 2026 reached $96.22 billion, beating the $91.90 billion expected by Wall Street. Net income more than doubled to $53.95 billion, up from $24.76 billion in the previous quarter. Adjusted earnings came in at...

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GTA 6’s Love Story Matters Less Than Rockstar’s Trailers Make It Seem - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:59 GMT
  1. GTA 6’s Love Story Matters Less Than Rockstar’s Trailers Make It Seem IGN
  2. Grand Theft Auto 6's Love Story Looks Really Sweet Kotaku
  3. GTA 6's Relationship System Will Let You Keep Jason and Lucia in the Friend Zone Polygon.com
  4. Rockstar Originally Toyed With The Idea Of Including 4 Protagonists In Grand Theft Auto VI PlayStation Universe
  5. GTA 6 four protagonists were considered before Rockstar chose two tbreak.com
 
‘We Have To Be Careful’ — Rockstar on GTA 6’s Approach to Satire - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:39 GMT
  1. ‘We Have To Be Careful’ — Rockstar on GTA 6’s Approach to Satire IGN
  2. Will GTA 6 Make Fun Of Trump? Rockstar Explains Why It Might Not Kotaku
  3. 'We Just Have to Be Careful What We Pick': GTA 6 Won't Include Covid or Trump References That Could Become Dated, Rockstar Says IGN
  4. Rockstar is cautious about what to satirize in GTA 6: "Specific political issues or memes will date fast" Yahoo Tech
  5. We've Waited! First Detailed Look at GTA VI: Analyzing Mechanics, Breakthrough Technologies, and Details from the Extended Showcase ixbt.games
 
YouTubers can now include affiliate links to Amazon in their content - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:59:23 GMT
The retailer just finally joined YouTube Shopping's affiliate program.
 
AI industry says Trump plans to tax chips in the “single dumbest way imaginable” - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:08 GMT
Tech industry is perplexed by Trump’s plan to win AI race by taxing data centers.
 
Meta is closing a loophole that allowed people to record with their smart glasses' light covered - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:48:05 GMT
It's the second update in less than two months to address privacy concerns.
 
Roblox is cracking down on games that reward kids for doomscrolling - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:31:00 GMT

After going viral and attracting around half a million concurrent players, the Roblox experience "Steal an Egg" is now facing brand-new restrictions. The widely popular user-generated gaming platform is prohibiting younger players from accessing SAE and similar experiences because they are supposedly designed to encourage kids to watch endless streams...

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How to adjust the custom EQ settings for your AirPods in iOS 27 - Engadget Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
Everything you need to know about Apple's latest audio tool.
 
'Explaining the Scenarios Each Time Has Become Quite Difficult' — Kingdom Hearts' Story Has Gotten So Complex That Tetsuya Nomura Says Square Enix Hired a Loremaster to Keep the Plot Cohesive - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:39 GMT
  1. 'Explaining the Scenarios Each Time Has Become Quite Difficult' — Kingdom Hearts' Story Has Gotten So Complex That Tetsuya Nomura Says Square Enix Hired a Loremaster to Keep the Plot Cohesive IGN
  2. Kingdom Hearts 4 Director Explains Why There Are Fewer Worlds Kotaku
  3. Square Enix says Kingdom Hearts 4 has "the most detailed worlds we've ever created" but amount will be limited, script almost twice as long as KH3, more Nintendo Everything
  4. [Partially Translated] Famitsu Interview with Tetsuya Nomura and Tai Yasue KH13
  5. Square Enix confirms there will be ‘a bit of a gap’ before next Kingdom Hearts IV information releases Nintendo Wire
 
Labor Day 2026 Deals Got Me a Complete Starter Tool Kit for Under $375 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:30 GMT
I combed through the Labor Day sales to find the power tools and other essentials that cover nearly every household repair.
 
A Georgia Cop Used Flock to Track 2 Other Cops: His Ex and Her Friend - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:12:17 GMT
After an affair with a fellow police officer ended, a Georgia cop used Flock to track her movements—and those of a man whose vehicle often showed up near hers, internal investigation records show.
 
Alienware's new 39-inch 5K OLED is earning rave reviews - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:10:00 GMT
The Alienware AW3926QW pairs a 39" 5K2K ultrawide Tandem OLED panel with accurate colors and up to 330 Hz refresh rates. Reviewers praise its size, brightness, and gaming performance, though driving its native resolution demands a powerful GPU.
 
This Is How Anthropic Thinks AI Agents Should Navigate the Physical World - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:06:52 GMT
The potential for AI to automate scientific research and manufacturing must be balanced with new risks, Anthropic says.
 
Windows 11 version 26H2 enters final preview phase before general mass rollout begins - Windows Central - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:02:19 GMT
  1. Windows 11 version 26H2 enters final preview phase before general mass rollout begins Windows Central
  2. Windows 26H2 Is Nearly Here: 7 Features Worth Knowing About Digital Foundry
  3. Spy on Me No More: The Shocking Windows 11 Upgrade Every PC User Needs PCMag
  4. Windows 11 Gets Major Taskbar and Start Menu Customization in New Feature Update TechPowerUp
  5. Windows 11’s 3 most requested features released today, enable them using these steps Windows Latest
 
Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:42:08 GMT
  1. Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years IGN
  2. Elden Ring – Patch Notes Version 1.17 Bandai Namco Europe
  3. I Tested Elden Ring On Switch 2 In A Cozy Cafe And It Ran Just Fine, Which Is Great News For A Remarkable Game Kotaku
  4. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Review Hits 91 on Switch 2 [2026] tech-insider.org
  5. Elden Ring On Switch 2 – The Worst Way To Play The Best Game Game Informer
 
The iconic T-38 jets flown by astronauts just got a spiffy new look - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:26:25 GMT
"Everyone wants to take that aircraft up now..."
 
Netflix Failed at Video Games. Now It’s Trying to Promote Them - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:25:30 GMT
Netflix has walked back plans to put AAA games on its streaming platform. Instead, it's pivoting to marketing highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.
 
Are You a ‘Meat Proxy’? The Rise of Copy-Pasting AI Responses Without Thinking - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:19:56 GMT
“AI slop” now has a friend. “Meat proxy” is a new way to describe too much reliance on AI content.
 
Samsung's Wild New Odyssey Lineup Includes A 1,100Hz Gaming Monitor - Engadget - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:09:53 GMT
  1. Samsung's Wild New Odyssey Lineup Includes A 1,100Hz Gaming Monitor Engadget
  2. Samsung Unveil Their Latest Gaming Monitors at Gamescom 2026 TFTCentral
  3. Samsung Display Elevates Gaming Immersion with QD-OLED at Gamescom 2026 TechPowerUp
  4. Samsung’s Revised Odyssey Monitors Opt for Excess in Every Direction Gizmodo
  5. Samsung's new Odyssey G6 monitor hits a ridiculous 1,100Hz refresh rate at 720p — displays each frame for less than a millisecond Tom's Hardware
 
Google’s new Fitbit Air brings Pokémon Sleep to your wrist - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:05:45 GMT
  1. Google’s new Fitbit Air brings Pokémon Sleep to your wrist TechCrunch
  2. Our Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep is here blog.google
  3. Google announces new Fitbit Air Special Edition with Pokémon Sleep [Hands-on] 9to5Google
  4. Fitbit and Pokemon Made a Fitness Tracker That Might Actually Help Me Catch My Zs CNET
  5. Google launches Pokémon Sleep special-edition Fitbit Air The Verge
 
OpenAI Is Developing a ‘Persistent’ AI Agent - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:42 GMT
Code reviewed by WIRED reveals the company is developing a feature that enables Codex to continue working proactively until it is “put to sleep.”
 
Zuckerberg's bold plan to replace Meta employees with AI has imploded - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:44:00 GMT

Meta had been preparing a restructuring program called Project OT, or Organization Transformation. According to an internal planning document reviewed by Reuters and three people familiar with the project, the plan was built around an "AI-native" model that would rely more heavily on AI agents and smaller groups of employees....

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RFK Jr. goes full anti-vaccine bananas over two measles deaths—one was a newborn - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:36:16 GMT
Kennedy and his allies have a history of downplaying vaccine-preventable deaths.
 
So much for "fans" as Xbox Series X25 sells out in seconds with a good chunk going to horrible scalpers - Windows Central - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:29:08 GMT
  1. So much for "fans" as Xbox Series X25 sells out in seconds with a good chunk going to horrible scalpers Windows Central
  2. Pre-orders Begin Today for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox Anniversary Consoles Sell for Thousands on eBay as Scalpers Cash In on X25 IGN
  4. The Xbox Series X25 Is Now Available To Pre-Order, And Here's Where You Can Buy It Pure Xbox
  5. Preorders For Xbox's Anniversary Collection Are Open (For Some) And The Bundle Costs $900 Engadget
 
AMD documents confirm Zen 6 desktop and APU chips will support AM5 socket - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:01:00 GMT

Prominent leaker InstLatX64 recently shared screenshots of documents from AMD's website that list the company's upcoming Zen 6 processors under the AM5 platform. The information suggests that users with Zen 4 or Zen 5 CPUs will be able to upgrade to Zen 6 without purchasing a new motherboard.

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New type of attack can slip past the defenses in your computer’s processor - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:40:00 GMT
MIT CSAIL researchers found a way to exploit a split-second gap in chip security — and used it to acquire a Linux system’s password file.
 
Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants? - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:39:42 GMT
Study: Land use is the biggest factor in determining decomposition rates of organic cotton underpants.
 
‘Star Wars Zero Company’ Has The Highest ‘Star Wars’ Metacritic Score In 22 Years - Forbes - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:27:53 GMT
  1. ‘Star Wars Zero Company’ Has The Highest ‘Star Wars’ Metacritic Score In 22 Years Forbes
  2. How to Play Star Wars Zero Company - Available Now StarWars.com
  3. Star Wars Zero Company™ Now Available On PC, PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series Consoles Business Wire
  4. 'Star Wars: Zero Company' recaptures the magic of your favorite Star Wars films (review) Space
  5. Star Wars Zero Company PC Settings Guide IGN
 
Apple confirms September 9 event, where its first foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro are expected - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:17:00 GMT

The event starts at 1 pm ET at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. Apple sent invitations on Wednesday with the tagline, "Surprise and shine." The presentation will also be streamed on Apple's website.

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Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:53:17 GMT
"It just felt like the right thing to do."
 
Hyundai wants to sell humanoid and robot dogs through its car dealerships - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 GMT

"We have existing potential distribution for selling robots through our dealer partners," said Muñoz during the company's investor day.

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Fable Director Says 'We Don't Run Scared of Other Big Games' but Is Relieved to Be Launching Away From GTA 6 - IGN - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:31:09 GMT
  1. Fable Director Says 'We Don't Run Scared of Other Big Games' but Is Relieved to Be Launching Away From GTA 6 IGN
  2. A new look at Fable’s style-weaving combat PlayStation.Blog
  3. Fable: Find Out How Combat Works After Our First Hands-on XBOX Wire
  4. Bad Xbox ‘Fable’ Combat Video Goes Viral, But It’s Pretty Misleading Forbes
  5. Xbox's New Fable Hones the Classic Series' Combat to Near-Perfection Polygon.com
 
Traders brought Central American cacao to Georgia 1,000 years ago - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:22:42 GMT
"We built this city on good cacao" does have a nice ring to it.
 
For the first time, AI guides surgeons through a brain tumor operation - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:11:00 GMT

The operation took place in May at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Health officials said it was the first successful AI-assisted operation to remove a brain tumor. Details were not released until Thursday while the patient, Rhys Hibbert, recovered.

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Claude, Codex, and Hermes installed unowned code inside corporate networks - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:13 GMT
227 install commands were found in corporate docs pointing at code nobody owns.
 
Android 17 boosts network security by hiding domain names, lets carriers disable 2G - 9to5Google - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT
  1. Android 17 boosts network security by hiding domain names, lets carriers disable 2G 9to5Google
  2. 4 new ways Android is protecting your network connections blog.google
  3. Google Deploys Support For Encrypted Client Hello On Android 17 Engadget
  4. Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers The Hacker News
  5. Google Adds Fake Base Station Blocking Security Features to Android 17 finance.biggo.com
 
How much of a problem is AI’s water use? - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:57:08 GMT
AI’s water footprint is growing, but location and cooling technology make a difference.
 
Cyborg cockroaches armed with tiny syringes could one day deliver medicine to trapped disaster victims - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:41:00 GMT

Developed by University of Queensland biorobotics researchers working with biomedical engineers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), these "paraborgs" carry cameras and miniature medical injectors, reports The Guardian.

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Fitbit and Pokemon Made a Fitness Tracker That Might Actually Help Me Catch My Zs - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:11:19 GMT
The special edition Fitbit Air works in tandem with the Pokemon Sleep app, so you can track your workouts and rested hours.
 
Ubisoft releases Heroes of Might and Magic III on Steam, forgets to include the actual game files - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:08:00 GMT

The original 1999 version of Heroes of Might and Magic III appeared on Steam for the first time on Tuesday. However, users had to wait an extra day to play the game because Ubisoft accidentally made it available on the storefront without uploading the necessary files.

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Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro Official CAD Renders Leaks - Android Headlines - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:01:31 GMT
  1. Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro Official CAD Renders Leaks Android Headlines
  2. Galaxy S27 breaks cover in new renders, and it's both good news and bad news Android Authority
  3. Samsung Galaxy S27 CAD renders reveal a sneaky audio change the Ultra misses out on Notebookcheck
  4. A More Compact Version of the Ultra: Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro CAD Renders Have Appeared Online Root-Nation.com
  5. Changes expected in Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra body geometry and ergonomics Zamin.uz
 
Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39 Inches of Gaming Glory - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.
 
Plaud’s new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents - TechCrunch - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
  1. Plaud’s new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents TechCrunch
  2. Plaud Unveils Earbuds with 4G Connectivity in AI Gadgets Push Bloomberg.com
  3. Plaud One Is a Reinvention of Headphones for the AI Note-Taking Age CNET
  4. Plaud Made Earbuds For People Who Want To Record Every Meeting And Call Engadget
  5. Plaud is launching AI earbuds The Verge
 
Plaud One Is a Reinvention of Headphones for the AI Note-Taking Age - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The new AI device will be on display at IFA in Berlin next week.
 
How OpenAI let a mob of LLM agents game a test and ransack Hugging Face - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:58:59 GMT
Without authorization, 1,200 OpenAI agents conspired among themselves to game a test.
 
Nvidia is reportedly buying the popular open-source AI hub Hugging Face for $12.9 billion - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:37:00 GMT

The Information reports that Nvidia has agreed to the purchase, citing one person with knowledge of the agreement. A separate Business Insider report is less definitive, saying the companies held serious talks at a valuation above $13 billion but had not signed an agreement. Neither Nvidia nor Hugging Face has...

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Stop Turning Off Your AC When You Go on Vacation. An HVAC Expert Explains Why - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Leaving for a trip? Here’s what an expert recommends doing with your air conditioner beforehand.
 
Dear Doctor: I watched both of my parents change after taking the same prescription drug - OregonLive.com - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Dear Doctor: I watched both of my parents change after taking the same prescription drug OregonLive.com
 
Bill Gates says tech executives are privately terrified of AI, but won't say it publicly - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:58:00 GMT

In a lengthy essay published on Wednesday, the Microsoft co-founder called for taxes on some AI use, tighter testing of systems that could aid bioterrorism, and limits on replacing certain workers with software. His position marks a sharper break from the industry's prevailing view that AI's economic benefits will outweigh...

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Former PlayStation Studios President Praises Xbox’s Solution To A Digital-Only Future - GameSpot - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:38:55 GMT
  1. Former PlayStation Studios President Praises Xbox’s Solution To A Digital-Only Future GameSpot
  2. Your Discs. Now Also Digital. XBOX Wire
  3. Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console BBC
  4. Xbox's disc-to-digital program goes live for Insiders on Monday — Here's how it works Windows Central
  5. Xbox Disc-to-Digital Launch Confirms All-Digital Helix Console TechPowerUp
 
Bentley takes us for a ride in its new EV, the Torcal - ArsTechnica Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:30:09 GMT
The electric Torcal will be Bentley's entry model and cost less than a Bentayga.
 
Ring rolls out new encryption system that could limit what it can hand over to police - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

With TAKE, which is rolling out as the default for users worldwide, each Ring camera encrypts footage with keys that rotate every five minutes, either on-device on newer models or upon reaching the cloud on older ones.

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Best Posture Correctors for Better Body Alignment (2026) - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:05:00 GMT
You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. I rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.
 
Submit Your Questions: The Great Data Center Backlash - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
You have questions about data centers, and WIRED has answers. Join our livestream on September 10 and our panel of experts will tell you everything you need to know.
 
Xiaomi’s new Redmi phone lasts for three days on a single charge - The Verge - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT
  1. Xiaomi’s new Redmi phone lasts for three days on a single charge The Verge
  2. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max review GSMArena.com
  3. 2026’s Best Phone For Battery Life Is A Surprise Forbes
  4. Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G Smartphone Review Comics Gaming Magazine
  5. Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G is official with a battery twice bigger than the one in the iPhone 17 Pro Max PhoneArena
 
This $10 Tool Finally Fixed My Latte Art - CNET Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Pour well-textured microfoam into espresso, guaranteed.
 
Stop Touching Your Keyboard. Use This AI-Powered Microphone Instead - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The Relay Q, due next year, is the latest attempt to reposition voice as the most seamless method for human-computer interaction.
 
The Best Windows Uninstaller Tools for Wiping Out Stubborn Software - TechSpot Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:16:00 GMT
The Windows built-in uninstaller handles the basics, but these tools go much further with batch removal, leftover cleanup, installation tracking, and options for stubborn or broken apps.
 
The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2026: Comparison, Features, and Accessories - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Let us help you choose the right Pixel phone. Plus, check out our Pixel accessory recommendations and smart software tricks to try.
 
Persona 4 Revival Kanji, Teddie and Naoto Screenshots Released, Xbox Podcast Interview - Persona Central - Google Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:29:30 GMT
  1. Persona 4 Revival Kanji, Teddie and Naoto Screenshots Released, Xbox Podcast Interview Persona Central
  2. Sega gameplay updates: Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, and more PlayStation.Blog
  3. Persona 4 Revival Story Trailer Tunes into the Midnight Channel Crunchyroll
  4. Sega / Atlus Tokyo Game Show 2026 Website Launched Persona Central
  5. Sega and Atlus TGS 2026 Games Include Persona 4, Sonic Spin-offs Siliconera
 
The UK Power Grid Has a Phantom Data Center Problem - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT
The UK’s energy regulator is using a variety of tricks to keep speculative data center projects from plugging into the power grid. The country’s AI ambitions hang in the balance.
 
Alo Discount Code: 20% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.
 
Birdfy Discount Codes: 15% Off Sitewide - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Use these verified Birdfy discount codes to score up to 40% off smart feeders, camera kits, and accessories.
 
Motley Fool Promo Code: $200 Off on Stock Advisor September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Scale your portfolio for less with these verified The Motley Fool membership discounts, stock advisor promo codes, and Epic Bundle deals.
 
TopResume Packages: Everything You Need to Get Hired - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover ways to save at TopResume, including their free review service and 4-week Career Services Platform trial.
 
Therabody Promo Codes: 15% Off September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.
 
Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts.
 
Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Discover exclusive Hostinger promo codes, discounts, and deals on web hosting, cloud plans, and domain registration. Save big on your next Hostinger purchase today.
 
Litter-Robot Promo Codes: Up to $150 Off - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.
 
Starz Promo Codes: $5 Off for September 2026 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Ready to stream award-winning series, hit movies, and exclusive originals? Our comprehensive guide helps you find every active Starz coupon, free trial, and discount code to save big on your subscription this 2026.
 
MIT engineers create a system for building shape-changing smart devices - MIT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dubbed “bifur-circuits,” these interactive building blocks could be used to develop reconfigurable robotic grippers or customized assistive devices.
 
How to See the Partial Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon on August 27 - Wired Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:44:35 GMT
The eclipse will obscure about 93 percent of the moon’s surface. Here are the peak times and tips for the best viewing experience.
 
Meta agrees to pay up to $18 billion to end trial over Instagram, Facebook child addiction claims - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:41:00 GMT

This case dates to 2023, when 29 states sued Meta alleging it built infinite scroll, push notifications, and recommendation algorithms specifically to maximize how long kids stayed on its apps, misled the public about the harm, and collected children's data without parental consent in violation of COPPA.

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How Rising Temperatures Likely Contributed to Nepal’s Deadly Flood - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:19:44 GMT
Climate change is causing glaciers to retreat and become less stable, upping the odds of catastrophic collapses.
 
RIP, Tim Curry: Ars remembers his top 10 iconic performances - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:13:15 GMT
A dashing pirate, a butler, a shapeshifting killer clown, an alien mad scientist in drag—the man had range.
 
Perplexity and Nvidia launch "Portable Computer," a local AI agent for Nvidia GPUs - TechSpot Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:55:00 GMT

Speaking at a press conference, Perplexity's Nate Kupp said the new app carries the exact same UI as the original Computer platform and includes every feature needed for local inferencing. He added that some complex tasks may still require access to more powerful frontier models hosted online, but the app...

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AI agents meant to replace Meta workers made “large-scale, disruptive actions” - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:25:27 GMT
Report shows Meta's challenges replacing people with AI agents.
 
The ‘cheap smartphone era is over’ and price hikes are ‘permanent,’ bleak forecast reveals - 9to5Google - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:05:00 GMT
  1. The ‘cheap smartphone era is over’ and price hikes are ‘permanent,’ bleak forecast reveals 9to5Google
  2. Smartphone Shipments Set for Record 16.7% Drop in 2026, as the Memory Crisis Hits Full Force IDC | Trusted Tech Intelligence
  3. The budget Android phone is quietly on its way to extinction Android Authority
  4. Budget-friendly phones as we know them are either dead or dying a sudden and painful death PhoneArena
  5. Is memory chip crunch wiping out ₹10K smartphone market in India? The Hindu
 
Democrats Just Might Win the Senate - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT
Strategists in both parties have long thought that everything would need to go right for Democrats to take over Congress this fall. Their map, though, is becoming more forgiving.
 
The Meta Settlement Will Put Limits on Instagram for Teens. They’re Still Vulnerable - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:55:46 GMT
Child safety groups and former Meta employees welcome proposed changes to how the company’s platforms will work for teens. They also think states should have demanded more.
 
New Twitter launches, says Musk's X gave up the name - ArsTechnica Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:49:04 GMT
Judge hasn't ruled on X Corp’s preliminary injunction, but Operation Bluebird plows ahead
 
Waffle House Teleporter Gregg Phillips Is Still on the Trump Administration’s Payroll - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:18:12 GMT
In June, a FEMA official infamous for claiming to have teleported to a Waffle House was reportedly ousted. He’s still employed by the government, though—and meeting with a Trump fixer.
 
The Colorful JBL Pulse 6 Speaker Will Be Available Next Month - Engadget - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:58:44 GMT
  1. The Colorful JBL Pulse 6 Speaker Will Be Available Next Month Engadget
  2. JBL’s New Pulse Speaker Is a More of a Lantern Gizmodo
  3. Pulse 6 Debuts: JBL Adds AI Sound Boost, Illuminated Handle, and Bluetooth 6.0 Techaeris
  4. JBL Pulse 6 Adds an Illuminated Handle, IP68, and USB-C Lossless Audio The Gadgeteer
  5. JBL Pulse 6 is here to light up every beat HARMAN Newsroom
 
What We Still Don’t Know About OpenAI’s Hugging Face Hack - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:16:42 GMT
The AI giant acknowledges that it could have done far more to prevent its AI agents from going rogue. But it still fails to explain why it didn't see this fiasco coming.
 
Review: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is a Visual Feast to Cherish on Every Console - Digital Foundry - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:40:00 GMT
  1. Review: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is a Visual Feast to Cherish on Every Console Digital Foundry
  2. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy review – picture-postcard retelling of haunting Minoan myth | Games The Guardian
  3. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review: She’s Going To Be King Of Game Informer
  4. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy's Game Director and Star on Why Sophia Is So Special and Why This Prequel Let the Team 'Get Some Fresh Air' | gamescom 2026 IGN
  5. RX 9070 XT and RTX 5080 deliver stable 60 FPS in 4K Resonance A Plague Tale Legacy GameGPU
 
Buyer discovers DDR4 chips disguised as DDR5 under Kingston FURY heatsink - VideoCardz.com - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:28:11 GMT
Buyer discovers DDR4 chips disguised as DDR5 under Kingston FURY heatsink VideoCardz.com
 
There Are No Trans Women in the WNBA, so Right-Wingers Are Making Some Up - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:24:22 GMT
As culture warriors continue to stoke the flames of a gender panic in professional sports, wild conspiracy theories are coming into play.
 
The Humanoids at China’s Robot Games Were Faster Than Usain Bolt—but I’m More Impressed by Their Tweezer Mastery - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:15:00 GMT
Beijing’s endlessly delightful Robot Games featured tons of impressive stunts. But the most mind-blowing tricks challenged the humanoid’s brain, not its brawn.
 
Exclusive | The Latest Viral AI Assistant Rocketing Across Silicon Valley - WSJ - Google Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:03:45 GMT
  1. Exclusive | The Latest Viral AI Assistant Rocketing Across Silicon Valley WSJ
  2. AI Assistant Instinct Hits $2.5 Billion Valuation In Weeks Amid VC Feeding Frenzy Forbes
  3. Four-month-old AI Assistant Startup Instinct Raises at a $2.5 Billion Valuation The Information
  4. Instinct’s powerful AI assistant is raising privacy and security concerns TechCrunch
  5. Amid Personal Assistant Investor Frenzy, Town Nears $1 Billion Valuation in Round Led by Instinct-Backer Index Ventures Newcomer | Substack
 
FBI Disrupts Chinese Proxy Tools Used in Mass Hacking of US Agencies and Infrastructure - Wired Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:57:06 GMT
China’s hacking campaign targeted NASA, the Federal Reserve, the US Senate, the Justice Department, and more, according to the DOJ.
 
MIT student leaders: Q&A with McCormick Hall co-president Sydney Baller - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:35:00 GMT
The rising senior loves her dorm and its community and wants to serve as a bridge to its next residents as the building heads into renovations.
 
As Apple Prepares Its Next Tech-Defining Moment, Look Back at Major Milestones From Then to Now - CNET Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:23:11 GMT
That rumored foldable iPhone didn’t come from nowhere. Experts from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Popular Science, ZDNET and Lifehacker examine Apple’s most important tech reveals.
 
AI helps design new materials that work in the real world - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The “CrysVCD” tool developed at MIT could cut the huge amounts of time and money spent on screening out chemically unstable designs.
 
Retooling to help democracy revive - MIT Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Deindustrialization didn’t only hurt some workers, Daron Acemoglu says in a new book; it shrank the coalition supporting democracy, which needs expanding.
 
Cells use a little-known molecule to protect themselves from iron overload - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:40:00 GMT
This discovery points toward new combination strategies against cancer, and may explain the iron buildup seen in disorders such as early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
 
A new kind of aircraft departs an MIT classroom and arrives at an Ohio factory - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT
Electra’s hybrid, fixed-wing aircraft, which grew out of a class project, could make travel easier for passengers taking shorter trips.
 
The secret love life of the longfin squid - MIT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
MIT Sea Grant resident artist and acclaimed underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen captures an intimate look at courtship and communication in a hidden spawning spectacle off Cape Cod.
 
Brain circuit keeps tabs on what just happened to aid judgment of what’s happening now - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 GMT
To keep track of what’s going on in front of it, the brain relies not only on what it sees, but also a comparison with what it just saw. A new study pinpoints the circuit that provides that service.
 
Meteorite dust holds records of magnetism that may have helped form the sun - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT
The discovery likely represents the earliest known evidence of a magnetic field in the infant solar system.
 
Generating scenarios for extreme events, without extreme data - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new algorithm learns to anticipate the unprecedented scenarios that critical infrastructure and global supply chains are least prepared for.
 
Language skills stay strong in older adults, even while other cognitive abilities decline - MIT Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers find that activity in the brain’s language network is nearly identical in young and old people.
 
How to Watch the GTA 6 Extended Preview Now, Whether You Have Netflix or Not - CNET Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT
Anyone can watch the extended preview now.
 
The importance of indoor airflow patterns in spreading airborne disease - MIT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Researchers explore how a key factor can mitigate or promote tuberculosis transmission.
 
Paving the way for greener ammonia production - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT
New MIT research could lead to better materials for a fossil-fuel-free process for making the chemical that's essential to fertilizer and other products.
 
MIT engineers design a better controller for operating construction diggers - MIT Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The new, more intuitive system could speed up the training process for excavator operators.
 
The game’s the thing - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 GMT
MIT senior Kayode Dada has a passion for designing games, and a penchant for building community.
 
How the Toxoplasma parasite adapts to crowded conditions in host cells - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:50:00 GMT
A new study by Whitehead Institute researchers identifies how the widespread parasite Toxoplasma gondii survives in crowded environments in infected cells, which helps it persist in long-lasting brain cysts.
 
Creating innovations that scale across borders - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT
A new book coauthored by Professor Amos Winter asserts that, to solve major challenges and deliver products of value to consumers in both developed and emerging markets, innovators must think and act globally.
 
Flipping the script on biology education, and scaling it up - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:00 GMT
Using a modular kit, the MIT Edgerton Center is bringing a hands-on biology curriculum to Massachusetts’ second-largest school district.
 
Securing wireless communication in next-generation devices - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.
 
Cell-preservation technique could make CAR-T cell therapy more accessible - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers’ approach, which uses naturally occurring sugars as antifreeze, could make it easier for hospitals to deploy this type of cancer treatment.
 
Startup brings ancient Roman concrete technology to modern construction - MIT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Dmat is commercializing findings from the lab of Associate Professor Admir Masic to make concrete longer-lasting and more sustainable.
 
When AI art has no author: Study finds generated images often can’t be traced to training data - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:35:00 GMT
A new method for surgically removing training examples from a model reveals that as datasets grow, the link between what a model learns and what it produces dissolves.
 
How 35 percent of US employees are left on the margins - MIT Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
In a new book, Paul Osterman details his research finding more than one-third of the country’s workers are “disposable,” with little security or chance of job advancement.
 
DNA shaper steers nervous system development - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:00 GMT
A study of worms finds a protein that helps shape the structure of the genome is critical for establishing the identity of some neurons.
 
Mathematical framework connects biological principles to manufacturable, adaptive materials - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT
The new framework could streamline the design process of robotic grippers or aerospace components that exhibit complex behaviors found in nature.
 
MIT engineers connect bacteria to create living transistors - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
By wiring together colonies of these bacteria, the researchers built circuits that can perform complicated calculations.
 
Flexible brain circuits can switch between different tasks - MIT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Neuroscientists have discovered circuits in the prefrontal cortex that can be repurposed to store different types of information.
 
Professor Emeritus Chiang Chung Mei, pioneering scholar of ocean wave dynamics and fluid mechanics, dies at 91 - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
A towering figure in theoretical hydrodynamics is remembered for his intellectual rigor, generosity, and lifelong devotion to his students.
 
Drug that targets an inflammatory enzyme could help prevent lung cancer - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT
A new study by MIT researchers shows that inhibiting caspase-1 can reduce the risk of tumor growth.
 
Cells pulse together as they grow — and malignant cells pulse the longest - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers discovered a cellular dance that may offer clues to the development of cancer, asthma, and other diseases.
 
High-speed microscopy reveals electrical activity across the brain - MIT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new technique could help scientists learn how the entire brain works to generate decisions and emotions.
 
Researchers uncover hidden pore network within nuclear fuel - MIT Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
New understanding of how nuclear fuel breaks down and changes in an operating nuclear reactor could help keep some reactors running longer, will inform the next generation of nuclear reactor fuel systems.
 
Featured video: An “MIT story” about an iconic professor - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:25:00 GMT
A new short film from MIT Open Learning explores the influential career of Institute Professor and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond.
 
MIT selected to lead new NSF materials research center - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center unites researchers across disciplines to develop technologies for medical imaging, sustainable metals production, and next-generation electronics.
 
Astronomers discover a brand-new type of astrophysical object: A black hole star - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
The mashup of a black hole and an enormous star has never been seen before and could explain the mysterious little red dots often found in deep-space images.
 
Met Warehouse opens as the new home of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT
In a feat of adaptive reuse, a massive, century-old brick storage facility has been turned into a contemporary hub for collaboration and creative work.
 
How to design a space habitat that supports its residents’ mental health - MIT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
A new online platform helps engineers look beyond survival mode when designing habitats for extreme living conditions.
 
3 Questions: MIT Sloan launches Evening MBA - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT
Dean Richard Locke discusses a new program that expands access for working professionals while deepening connections to Greater Boston’s innovation economy.
 
The mystery of the Chinese tea chest label - MIT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT
MIT historian Tristan Brown uncovers the true origins of an artifact once thought to be a relic of the Boston Tea Party.
 
MIT researchers tackle the economic realities of fusion power - MIT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Their new study aims to give budding industry a framework for understanding how fusion can be profitable.
 
Physicists watch a material’s electrons assemble, and reassemble, into coexisting phases - MIT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The study could help scientists understand how superconductivity and other more complex phenomena emerge in quantum materials.
 
Akirah Bradley-Armstrong named vice chancellor for student life - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:55:00 GMT
An experienced student affairs leader is joining MIT to oversee the next chapter for the Division of Student Life.
 
A new way to watch heat move through electronics - MIT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips.
 
Researchers make air-stable, ultrathin superconductors, for more scalable quantum devices - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.
 
Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Derived from patient tumor samples and available to researchers around the world, the cells will aid the development of new cancer treatments.
 
These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly - MIT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT
The “ShiftLens” design and fabrication system creates objects that change their surface appearance based on user interactions, without any electronics.
 
T-Mobile Tweaks Its Plan Lineup With 3-Year Phone Installments - CNET Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT
If you qualify, the EIP Flex 36 option could snag you a new phone for nothing upfront, not even taxes.
 
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise - MIT Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
 
Only a Few Days Left to Get Signalis and Big Walk on PlayStation Plus - CNET Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:05:30 GMT
You only have a few more days to experience cosmic dread, zombies and one Big Walk on PlayStation Plus at no additional charge.
 
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Telescope Is About to Start Its Cosmic Survey - CNET Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:24:01 GMT
The new space telescope will work in tandem with the Hubble Space Telescope to uncover more secrets of the universe.