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The First ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Teaser Reveals Humanity’s New Hope

The Paramount+ series runs 26 episodes and arrives October 9.

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The Samsung Galaxy Ring Is Getting A Huge Upgrade In Sleep Tracking

Samsung Galaxy Ring sleep tracking is about to become more useful, with a new feature aimed at uncovering a commonly missed cause of poor rest.

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Patreon is laying off 20 percent of its staff

While the company is trying to protect creators from AI, it still thinks the technology is changing how it does business.

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Starlink Mini price drops to lowest ever with cheap payment plan

Ahead of the possible battery-powered Starlink Mini 2, SpaceX has dropped the price of the current Mini kit to its lowest ever. Not only that, but the dish is available on a cheap payment plan.

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5 sleeper compact SUVs that are surprisingly fast off the line

Buying a family-hauler doesn't mean you have to get something slow.

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Ford Is Channeling Its Model-T History To Build Its $30K Slate Truck Rival

Ford pioneered assembly line production in the 1910s for the Model T, and it's harnessing that spirit to update the process for its upcoming $30K EV.

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Musk says Optimus will be the hardest product Tesla has ever scaled

Elon Musk told investors on Tesla’s second-quarter earnings call that Optimus will be “the hardest product to scale manufacturing that we’ve ever made at Tesla,” warning that the humanoid robot has no existing supply chain and that every co

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Meta's pro-AI ad campaign is conspicuously light on AI

The company wants people to be anti-doomer, but doesn't say why.

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The Echo Show 21 is a great smart home hub that’s $80 off

Split between buying a smart calendar, a kitchen TV, a smart home hub, and a smart display? Amazon’s Echo Show 21 is all of those things in one, with a huge 21-inch screen. You can use it to control your smart lights, glance at recipes, wat

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Samsung made the Galaxy Z Fold 8 a worse deal for those who actually want to switch

Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is here and, obviously, the company wants you to switch to its new foldable. And yet, Samsung is putting money in all the wrong places to accomplish that goal.

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AMD takes on Nvidia with its Helios AI rack scale system

AMD is challenging its chipmaker rival with a new rack-scale system that will start shipping to customers later this year.

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I automated my Windows clipboard with Claude to process copied text automatically

Stop alt-tabbing to use AI—automate your Windows clipboard instead.

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The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ has the power to beat the ROG Ally X, but the price makes it hard to care

I could buy two of my favorite handheld for this money. I checked.

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Patreon lays off off 20% of its workforce

In a memo to staff that was posted online, Conte the company's core business is strong, but that the platform has to respond to market changes and adjust its cost structure to remain stable.

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Amazon Reportedly Plans AI-Powered Makeover for Prime Video

The post Amazon Reportedly Plans AI-Powered Makeover for Prime Video appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Temu Tomahawk shows Ukraine is rapidly turning into China for the US Military, and that's a good thing

Ukraine's affordable missile production is challenging Western defense economics while creating industrial partnerships that could reshape future military manufacturing.

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Tracking Your Online Orders Just Got A Lot Easier With Google Wallet

Keeping track of online orders can mean digging through emails and carrier apps. Google Wallet's latest update aims to reduce that hassle for shoppers.

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'Subprime data center crisis' could threaten the global economy in a way similar to the 2008 subprime mortgage debacle

Analysts warn that hidden AI data center debt increasingly resembles financial structures that contributed to the 2008 global mortgage crisis collapse.

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Insurance startup Corgi reportedly raised more money at $4B — its third round in 8 weeks

Corgi had announced a B1 round of $106 million at a $2.6 billion valuation at the end of May.

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Tesla’s door handles may spur new US safety rules

The new rule-making process follows a series of incidents, including fatal ones, in which people have become stuck inside cars.

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Google rolls out first Fitbit Air firmware update [U]

Following two big Google Health app updates, the Fitbit Air is getting its first post-launch firmware update.

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Apple's Leaked Roadmap Shows a Very Busy Two Years for the Mac

The post Apple's Leaked Roadmap Shows a Very Busy Two Years for the Mac appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is slimmer and easier to wear despite the battery upgrade

Samsung's new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 might not look very different at first glance. But even though it's not entirely original, Samsung found interesting ways to optimize and fine-tune the 2026 smartwatch for a more comfortable wearing experi

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13 Of The Rarest iPhone Colors Apple Has Ever Made

Some of the rarest iPhone colors go back to Apple's oldest models, featuring many colors that were more experimental than latter editions.

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5 new shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Hulu, and more (July 24-26)

A Big Bang spin-off hits HBO Max.

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After two years of hoarding services, I finally cleaned up my homelab — and it feels incredible

It's like spring cleaning, only I did it in July

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Anker's split-design power strip finally solves the cable clutter problem on your desk

The desk upgrade you've been waiting for

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Epic Games Store announces new free game giveaway for mobile gamers

Deal | The Epic Games Store has kicked off a new giveaway for mobile gamers. Available for a short time, Foretales can be picked up on Android and iOS for free until July 30.

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AMD unveils Helios rack and MI455X accelerator in bid to close the gap with Nvidia

AMD unveiled a suite of new data centre products at its Advancing AI event in San Francisco on Thursday, claiming they will outperform Nvidia’s competing hardware across AI training and inference. The announcements included the MI455X AI ac

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The RAMpocalypse Is Starting to Hit the Auto Industry

GM warns that the ongoing memory shortage could cost the company billions.

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RayCue shrinks Apple iMac G3, transforming it into alarm clock with AI assistant

The iMac G3, with its colorful, partially transparent case, is making a comeback – significantly smaller and with a range of practical features. That’s because the TimeCapsule G3 functions not only as an alarm clock and Bluetooth speaker, b

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Samsung is giving the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 five years of updates

Yesterday during its big Unpacked event in London, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2. Both of these are going to receive five major OS upgrades as well as five years of security updates, the company has now confirme

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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s war on the First Amendment

As the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr has authority over the nation’s TV, radio, and internet. But since Donald Trump was elected to his second term, Carr has wielded that power to threaten broadcasters that

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Epic Games Store announces next week's giveaway with two free games

Epic Games Store has revealed the upcoming free games, and the lineup includes OTXO and Sol Cesto. Both games will be available starting July 30, and they'll remain live for a week.

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Archaeologists Thought This Famous Bronze Age Shaman Was a Guy. Well, She Wasn’t

And she might not have been a shaman, either.

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The older Mazda SUV that could outlast its 2026 replacement

The 2015 Mazda CX-5 proves simple engineering can still outlast newer SUVs, with owners regularly reporting 200,000-plus miles.

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Meta drops out of a major clean energy pact as its natural gas buildout accelerates

Meta has made significant investments in natural gas over the past year. Now it's dropping out of an industry renewable energy group.

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Gemini for Home context memory expands to 15 mins, Nest Cam July 2026 update rolling out

Google Home today is rolling out the latest updates to Gemini for Home and the mobile app (July 23, 2026), while there’s also new Nest Cam firmware.

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Ocarina of Time remake may release with Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller, not console

A new Switch 2 Pro controller could ship by The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date. The Zelda-inspired accessory would celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Nintendo franchise. A recent leak raises doubts about the rumored

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I wish every Android phone copied these 4 Samsung Galaxy features

Samsung has so many good ideas that are ripe for the taking.

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I stopped my Samsung Galaxy phone from draining battery in hours by changing these hidden settings

Simple changes for all-day battery.

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Dell XPS 13 (2026) Review: Truly the MacBook Neo of PCs

Finally, cheap PCs don’t have to feel like plastic crap.

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That’s about as close as we’ll ever get to a ‘Google Pixel Flip’

The “Google Pixel Flip” isn’t happening. That much is clear, but Samsung’s new changes to the Galaxy Z Flip 8 more or less feel like what Google would have done.

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The Galaxy Ring gets a leg up on rivals with sleep apnea FDA approval

The post The Galaxy Ring gets a leg up on rivals with sleep apnea FDA approval appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Geekbench 7 is out now with new, modern workloads and better multi-core tests

Macworld It’s not easy to make a quick, reliable benchmark that works across architectures and operating systems. There’s a reason Geekbench has been sort of the gold standard for comparing overall CPU performance over the years, and to a l

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OpenAI once again makes the case for giving ChatGPT your health records

ChatGPT Health is rolling out to users in the US who are 18 years or older.

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Waterproof 14g LED flashlight with 168 hours of battery life launches for $16.90

The best flashlight is the one you have with you. True to this motto, Tank007 has developed the E25, an exceptionally lightweight LED flashlight that weighs just 14 grams but is still said to deliver 100 lumens of brightness and a battery l

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If Apple's Foldable iPhone Looks Like The Galaxy Z Fold 8, It's Dead On Arrival

Apple hasn't revealed its first foldable device just yet, but many are hoping that when it does, it revolutionizes the foldable smartphone market.

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Verizon’s recent betrayal doesn’t hurt as much as it should have

Verizon recently shuttered something that many will miss, but perhaps not as many as previously feared.

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Universal secures rights for film adaptations of 10 Atari games

Gear up for the Atari Cinematic Universe.

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Adata boss says DRAM shortage to last another decade with no AI bubble bursting before 2030

Adata Chairman Chen Li-bai expects AI demand to sustain global memory shortages despite factory expansions and sharply rising DDR5 prices worldwide.

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Instagram is now banning users who make creepy content with Meta glasses

Meta is finally cracking down on people users who harass and record people with its smart glasses.

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Amazon adds two new free games to Luna

Amazon has added two new titles that Prime members can claim for free through Luna. The lineup includes In Sound Mind and Mystic Academy: Escape Room.

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Voicepilled Vibe Coders Are Drooling Over This Touchpad You Control With Your Tongue

Please just let the accessibility devices be for those who need them.

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7 tech hobbies that are so much better when you self-host them

Self-hosting is the one hobby to rule them all.

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In the rush from Plex to Jellyfin, everyone forgot the media server that sits right in the middle

Emby quietly does things other self-hosting platforms overlook.

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Claude's voice mode just got smarter

Claude's voice mode hasn't been the most reliable, but this update should help.

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Anthropic updates Claude voice mode with more capable models

Claude's new voice model will let you reschedule your meeting or draft an email.

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Claude’s voice mode is now available for Opus and Sonnet

Until now, voice mode has only been available on Claude Haiku, Anthropic's faster but less powerful model. Now the company is making its Opus and Sonnet models available in voice mode, and extending its reach into apps like Gmail, Slack, an

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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health Nationwide: Connecting Your Medical Records to AI

The post OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health Nationwide: Connecting Your Medical Records to AI appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Flock Cameras Are Disappearing in Plain Sight

The herpes of the surveillance state, Flock cameras are proving hard to get rid of, no matter how much everyone wants them gone.

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Valve just made gifting games on Steam a whole lot easier

If you don't know the recipient's Steam username, you can send gifted games directly to their email.

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LiftVue: $99 mobile monitor can be positioned above laptop screen

Mobile monitors are generally less ergonomic than conventional screens because they cannot be positioned at eye level. LiftVue is designed to solve this very problem. Thanks to a clever stand, the screen can be effortlessly placed above the

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Samsung Still Can't Get This One Charging Feature Right, Despite Google Paving The Way

Samsung keeps chasing thinner foldables while overlooking a convenient charging feature that could make its phones easier to use in day-to-day life.

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Samsung is taking privacy seriously with its new smart glasses

The post Samsung is taking privacy seriously with its new smart glasses appeared first on Android Headlines.

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What Do Channels Mean On A Soundbar?

Shopping for a home theater upgrade? Discover what those confusing numbers actually mean and how they completely change your living room's audio.

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An Amateur Archaeologist Disappeared in the Grand Canyon 14 Years Ago. His Remains Have Finally Been Found

Amateur archaeologist Bill Ott went missing in 2012 while hunting for undocumented prehistoric rock art paintings. His backpack is still missing.

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AegisAI, founded by former Google security execs, lands $36M to stop AI-driven spear phishing

AegisAI co-founders developed AI agents that quickly analyze each message as a human would, paying attention to small anomalies that even the most elaborate checklist wouldn’t catch.

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Valve's Steam Deck price hike has completely destroyed sales, new data suggests

A recent report by Boiling Steam might confirm what most enthusiasts have always suspected: an overpriced Steam Deck is never going to sell well. In fact, Valve's handheld machine might have already suffered a disastrous drop in sales. Desp

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Verizon has overtaken T-Mobile and AT&T according to users

Verizon, long known as the carrier that had fallen behind T-Mobile and AT&T immensely, finally seems to be catching up.

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5 award-winning movies you need to add to your Netflix watchlist

Save these movies for the weekend.

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PC hardware makers keep giving away free performance through BIOS, and most builders never claim it

An upgrade might just be a BIOS flash away

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Here's why Chinese smartwatches like the Oppo Watch X3 are rarely sold in the US

The device is ready; the business isn't.

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Leaving hard drives in a drawer kills them: The 3 rules of cold storage

You need to power up your 'cold' backups every 3 months—here is why

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The hidden Galaxy Z Flip 8 price hike Samsung hoped you wouldn’t notice

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is more expensive compared to its predecessor. Price has gone up by $100 in the United States but there's also a hidden price hike that you may not have noticed. The “starting at” prices that are advertised only pertain

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New DJI action camera launching with GoPro Max 2-rivalling feature

DJI's next action camera has surfaced in another leak. Apparently already at warehouses, the DJI Osmo 360 II will match the GoPro Max 2 will a simplified lens replacement procedure. The Osmo 360 II will surpass DJI's first 360-degree action

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Xbox Live Services are currently down — could this be why players can't access Halo: Campaign Evolved's early access? [UPDATE]

Just as Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched in early access, Xbox Live services shut down at literally the worst time possible, but Microsoft is aware of the outage and is working on fixing it.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 in for review

We've got an extensive hands-on with the new Galaxy Z Fold8, as well as a detailed look at how it compares to the Z Fold8 Ultra for different content types, now it's time to unbox the phone as it joins our review queue. It comes in Graphite

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Patreon is laying off 20 percent of workers

Patreon is laying off 20 percent of its workers, or around 93 employees, as reported earlier by 404 Media. In a memo to employees, Patreon CEO Jack Conte writes that the company isn't making these changes "because we believe AI replaces hum

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This Korean Sci-Fi Movie On Netflix Perfectly Scratches That Guardians Of The Galaxy Itch

Fans who enjoy watching an unlikely group of heroes fight evil forces while floating in space (and being really funny) will enjoy this Korean blockbuster.

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The Next ‘Mobile Suit Gundam’ Anime Is Coming From the Mind Behind ‘Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex’

Director Kenji Kamiyama's 'Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO' takes flight in an entirely new mecha timeline in 2027.

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Google Co-Founder Sergey Brin's Megayacht Has an Entire Deck Built for Work

The post Google Co-Founder Sergey Brin's Megayacht Has an Entire Deck Built for Work appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 have Flex mode?

Flex Mode has been a longstanding feature on Samsung's foldable phones since it was introduced with the Galaxy Z Flip back in 2020. When unfolded, you could have the display open at various angles and the UI would adapt accordingly with add

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Ford steers away from Google, picks Apple Maps for new electric cars

Macworld If you don’t follow the automotive industry very closely, you might not be aware that Ford is embarking (again) on a big new electric vehicle program. The Universal Electric Vehicle Platform is meant to be a highly streamlined and

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Experts have found a trojan able to rig online live betting platforms

A company building betting software was targeted with a rather sneaky trojan.

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You might be able to lease a PS6, but you absolutely shouldn't

The post You might be able to lease a PS6, but you absolutely shouldn't appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Bethesda accused of breaking Canadian labor laws with Montreal layoffs

The fallout from the big Xbox layoffs continues to develop.

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I moved these 6 devices to my router's 5GHz band, and my Wi-Fi finally stopped buffering

Your Wi-Fi router has a fast and a slow lane: Move these 6 devices to 5GHz

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Every 3D printer is about to speak the same filament language, and Prusa just kicked it off

Prusa’s OpenPrintTag could finally give 3D printers, filament spools, and inventory tools one shared standard for smart filament data.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming will soon be available for free – with ads

Xbox games can soon be streamed for free, and it’s even possible to stream Xbox Series X|S titles to an Xbox One, so you don’t necessarily have to buy a new console. The catch: Microsoft displays ads and limits playtime.

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Four former DOGE staffers raised $160 million at a $1.4 billion valuation for an AI military cyber startup

Cathedral, a stealth military cybersecurity startup founded by four former Department of Government Efficiency staffers, has raised $160 million at a $1.4 billion valuation. Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia Capital led the round and both too

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Grok 4.5 for Everyone: xAI Expands Rollout Across Mobile Apps and Web

The post Grok 4.5 for Everyone: xAI Expands Rollout Across Mobile Apps and Web appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Best iPhones to trade-in for a Galaxy Z Fold 8 in the US

Samsung started taking pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 yesterday. Prices start at $1,899 and there are plenty of devices that you can trade-in when buying from Samsung online to make the price more palatable. The company typically offers

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ChatGPT's Apple Health Integration Now Rolling Out to U.S. Users

The Health in ChatGPT feature that integrates medical records and Apple Health data is rolling out to ChatGPT users in the United States as of today. OpenAI announced plans for a health feature that used data from Apple Health and other sou

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Analogue3D: New update improves graphics on N64 FPGA console

Analogue has released an updated version of 3DOS for the Analogue 3D. The software version 1.5 introduces numerous improvements for the N64-compatible FPGA console, including a new mode called "Internal Graphical Upscaling".

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EU gives antritrust approval to the Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA

The deal isn't done yet, but it's getting closer.

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Apple's App Store is being inundated with low-quality vibecoded apps that no one is downloading

Data from Sensor Tower suggests that app submissions to the App Store have risen steadily over the past few years, after bottoming out at around 420,000 in 2022. Last year, around 600,000 new apps were listed on the App Store, up 30% from 2

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See More Tell More: DJI reveals Osmo Pocket 4 Pro global release date

DJI has finally committed to releasing the Osmo Pocket 4 Pro globally. Launching before the start of August, DJI has also confirmed which countries will receive its first Pro-branded vlogging camera.

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Emergency SOS via Satellite Expands to Two More Countries

Emergency SOS via satellite is now available in Andorra and Iceland, according to an updated Apple support document. Available on the iPhone 14 and newer and the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Emergency SOS via satellite allows you to text emergency

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Samsung finally has an Apple Card rival, and it beats Apple in one area

Samsung has announced the launch of its first-ever credit card in the US, appropriately called the Galaxy Card. On the surface, it appears to be similar to one of the countless branded credit cards available to consumers in the United State

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Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro data reveals how Josh Kerr just shattered the 27-year-old mile world record —and his split stats explain the historic run

Amazfit has published data from Josh Kerr’s world-record mile time and revealed the secrets to his success.

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Finally! Xbox download speeds getting much needed upgrade

Xbox console and PC download speeds should get a long-awaited update soon, as indicated by the update release notes for the Alpha Skip-Ahead members from yesterday. Users should be able to reach the maximum ISP-allowed download speeds when

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Garmin’s Whoop Killer Will Offer Free Heart Rate Monitoring After Backlash

Anyone who owns a Garmin Cirqa will be able to view live heart rate data for free as part of an upcoming change to the company's subscription plan.

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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Can You Escape, Seoul Exorcist 1111, Unbroken Soul, more

Alongside the ongoing pre-order deals on Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 at up to $100 off with code PAYPAL, alongside FREE $200 credits, up to $1,230 off with trade-ins, we are now ready to collect all of today’s best Android gam

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Travis Kalanick raised $1.7B for his robotics comeback, and Uber chipped in

Travis Kalanick is back, and Uber is helping to fund him. The founder Uber forced out in 2017 has raised $1.7 billion for Atoms, an industrial-AI and robotics company he has built in near-total stealth for years. Andreessen Horowitz led the

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The Next ‘Star Trek’ Lego Beams You Onto the USS ‘Enterprise’ Bridge

Captain Kirk and company get their first Lego rendition after last year's set featuring the 'Enterprise-D' from 'The Next Generation.'

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These 6 LG phones were too weird to survive, but we finally have the tech to do them right

LG may be gone, but its crazy ideas deserve another shot.

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I spent two weeks with a travel router, and it solved more problems than I expected

From ensuring seamless connectivity to bypassing device limits, a travel router does more than you think.

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16 Of The Coolest BMW Designs Of All Time

With over a century spent making cars, BMW has produced some of the coolest designs of all time.

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US government says Iran-linked hackers are disrupting American water and energy providers

An updated government advisory warns that Iranian hackers are exploiting systems used by water and energy providers.

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AMD's 6th Gen EPYC lineup splits four ways — and the power spec changed, too

One architecture, four very different server processors

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People paid big money for Halo: Campaign Evolved's early access on Xbox and they aren't getting it

Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched in early access for people who purchased the Premium Edition or Premium Edition Upgrade, but unfortunately, there have been many reports of people unable to access it.

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T-Mobile Just Made It Harder to Pay Your Bill the Old-Fashioned Way

The post T-Mobile Just Made It Harder to Pay Your Bill the Old-Fashioned Way appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Corsair’s PC case with a panoramic glass design is $70 off

On the hunt for a PC case that’s loaded with features and has a unique look? Amazon, Best Buy, and Corsair are selling the Corsair Frame 4500X RS for $119.99, a $70 discount from the usual price. The versatile case supports motherboards up

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Qobuz overhauls its music player and adds real-time lyrics

The latest updates to Qobuz make it an even better alternative to Spotify.

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Why this $200 phone is a great choice for most people

Sometimes you don't need a $1,000 flagship

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How To Get The Best Audio Out Of Your AV Receiver

From overlooked settings to the way your system is arranged, several factors can keep your AV receiver from delivering its best possible sound.

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First day after Galaxy Unpacked, I’m already over the Z Fold 8 Ultra

Houston, we've got a first-world problem. Samsung just dropped its new foldables yesterday, and I was super hyped after getting my hands on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup. Being media, Samsung hooked us up with review samples right after the sh

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New Humble Bundle deal offers 9 story-rich Steam Deck games for less than $2 each

Deal | The Point and Click Package is a new addition to Humble Bundle, and it has a total of nine story-rich adventure games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They have a combined retail value of over $200, but all of them can be scored

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Samsung opens The Fold Inn pub in London to celebrate Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, Flip 8 launch

Yesterday, Samsung launched its latest flagship foldable smartphones—the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Flip 8. To celebrate their arrival, the company has now opened a themed pub in London, UK. Called The Fold Inn, th

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Tesla’s robotaxi promises are clashing with reality

In an earnings call yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk did his best to paint a positive portrait of the company's robotaxi program. New cities are being added, more miles are being driven, and more people are experiencing Tesla's unsupervised v

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The EU just fined Google $1 billion for favoring its own services in search and Play Store

The European Commission has announced two new fines against Google totaling $1 billion. The EU's executive body penalized the Alphabet corporation for violating rules contained in the Digital Markets Act, which imposes tighter regulations o

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Samsung will support the Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 with five years of updates

Samsung's new wearables will receive Wear OS updates until 2031.

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Runway launches AI model router as generative media gets crowded

The Media Router is a tool that automatically selects the best image, video, or audio generation model for a request based on whether a developer prioritizes quality, speed or cost.

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AMD is investing $5 billion in Anthropic and deploying 2 gigawatts of Helios GPUs to run Claude

AMD and Anthropic announced a strategic partnership on Tuesday that commits AMD to invest up to $5 billion in Anthropic and deploy up to 2 gigawatts of AMD Instinct MI450 Series GPUs in Helios rackscale solutions to run Claude. Deployment o

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Reddit may cut Google off from its content, and it isn’t the only one

For twenty years, the deal between Google and the web was simple. Publishers let Google crawl their pages. Google sent readers back in return. That bargain is breaking. Reddit is the latest, and loudest, sign. Its shares fell about 9% on We

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Google now lets you use your face to log in if you’re locked out of your account

For when two-factor authentication fails

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Samsung is calm about Apple's foldable, and it has every right to be

The post Samsung is calm about Apple's foldable, and it has every right to be appeared first on Android Headlines.

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T-Mobile and AT&T offer the Galaxy Z Fold8 for free, Z Fold8 Ultra for $200

The new Galaxy Z Flip8 and Z Fold8 Ultra are $100 more expensive than their predecessors and the Galaxy Z Fold8 (the new wide foldable) is quite pricey as well. Samsung US does offer some pre-order discounts, e.g. $150 off the Flip and $200

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My local LLM setup got faster after I stopped obsessing over parameter count

Parameter count is only one variable, and not necessarily the most useful one

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The New ‘Street Fighter’ Movie Toys May Have Revealed a Huge Spoiler

At Comic-Con, Hasbro unveiled toys for Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, Akuma, and maybe more.

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Geekbench 7 launches with CUDA support and a major multi-core overhaul

Geekbench 7 is here with overhauled CPU and GPU tests, a new scoring baseline and several workloads designed around modern applications. These changes mean Geekbench 7 results aren't directly comparable with scores from older versions of th

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OpenAI makes ChatGPT Health available to all US users

Users can also integrate their personal data from services like Apple Health, Function, and MyFitnessPal.

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Google reduced Chrome for Android scroll jank by 48%

Google today detailed how it reduced scroll jank in Chrome for Android by 48% between 2023 and 2026.

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Geekbench 7 will push your computer or phone even harder for better benchmarking

Primate Labs is releasing Geekbench 7, the latest generation of its popular benchmarking tool. Geekbench 7 features new video and audio encoding / decoding tests, a redesigned multi-core test, and larger, more demanding datasets for CPUs an

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OpenAI is making big claims as it rolls out ChatGPT Health to everyone

OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health to everyone in the US on Thursday, allowing more people to connect their medical records and health-tracking information to the chatbot. During a briefing, Ashley Alexander, OpenAI's vice president of he

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Geekbench 7 Launches With Redesigned Multi-Core and GPU Benchmarks

Primate Labs today announced the launch of Geekbench 7, the newest version of the popular benchmarking suite for CPU and GPU performance. There's a redesigned multi-core benchmark in Geekbench 7 that's meant to better represent how applicat

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TerraMaster reveals affordable D8 Hybrid 2 with up to 152 TB storage support

TerraMaster has officially unveiled the D8 Hybrid 2 DAS. Featuring support for up to four hard drives and four NVMe SSDs, the direct-attached storage system can be equipped with up to a whopping 152 TB of storage.

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Google Photos could be getting a cleaner way to blur sensitive data

No more scribbling with this feature

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Xbox is testing ad-supported game streaming. Amazon is folding Luna into Prime Video. Both admit cloud gaming has not worked yet.

Microsoft and Amazon announced new cloud gaming strategies on the same day, each acknowledging in different ways that the category has not reached the audience they expected. Xbox will test ad-supported game streaming, letting users in its

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Now You Can Log In to Your Google Account with a Selfie Video

The post Now You Can Log In to Your Google Account with a Selfie Video appeared first on Android Headlines.

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T-Mobile reports 13% drop in Q2 postpaid account additions and the stock collapses

T-Mobile reported higher churn and a decline in a major metric causing Wall Street to panic.

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5 Easy Ways To Protect Your Tech From Power Outages

Power outages can damage your electronics and wipe out important data, but a few simple precautions can protect your devices before the lights go out.

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Watch Live as SpaceX Attempts Second Launch of Upgraded Starship

This is SpaceX's second go at Flight 13 after the mission was scrubbed at the last minute on July 16.

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Goodbye SMS or phone calls — Microsoft is making passkeys the default authentication process for businesses

Microsoft says SMS and phone call authentication isn't up to the task anymore – and urges businesses to adopt passkeys.

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4 Gas-Powered Ryobi Products You Can Still Buy In 2026

Think Ryobi is strictly a battery-powered brand these days? Discover the four heavy-duty gas-powered machines the company still manufactures in 2026.

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Xbox is testing free, ad-supported cloud gaming

Microsoft is borrowing from the GeForce Now playbook with an ad-supported cloud streaming test.

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Tesla Stock Falls After Elon Musk Frets Over the Difficulty of Building Robots

The CEO seems to think his competitors are cheating.

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LG's latest OLED TVs will have a 'Creator Original' mode that works with Prime Video: it seems to take some of Dolby Vision 2's best features, but may arrive sooner — and unlike DV2, will be supported on LG's TVs…

LG is rolling out a new picture mode, Creator Original, to 2026 C6, G6 and W6 series TVs. It has similar features to Dolby Vision 2.

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T-Mobile is celebrating FCC's new decision, but customers might not feel as excited

The FCC has announced two more spectrum auctions.

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Amazon puts Luna cloud-streamed games like Fallout 4 inside Prime Video

The new strategy that Amazon gaming exec Jeff Gattis talked to The Verge about last month is getting clearer now that Prime Video has added a new Games tab on Fire TV devices. With Prime Gaming, Amazon Game Studios, and Luna now combined in

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Apple Pay Promo Offers Discount on Columbia Gear

Apple today sent out emails letting Apple Pay users know about the latest promotion, which offers $20 off purchases of $120 or more from sportswear company Columbia. The $20 discount is valid when making a purchase from the Columbia website

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Nvidia rival Etched doubles its value to $10.3B in seven months

Etched has a simple pitch. Nvidia builds chips that do everything. Etched builds chips that do one thing, inference, and claims to do it far better. On Thursday the bet got a lot more money behind it. The startup raised $300 million in a Se

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More capacity: HPQ's 21700 battery reaches 23.4 Wh (6,500 mAh)

21700 batteries with high capacity might become more common. HPQ just announced a new cell that sports 23.4 Wh or 6,500 mAh at 3.6 Volts, which is slightly lower than most other 21700 cells. Still, the capacity is even higher than Acebeam's

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Drone makers race to build navigation that survives warzone jamming

GPS spoofing and jamming have become standard countermeasures on the battlefield in Ukraine, separating drones from their operators and rendering some guided munitions useless. US-made Excalibur artillery shells fell out of favour after ini

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'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Year

Apple today announced that "The Morning Show" will return to Apple TV for a fifth and final season at some point in 2027. "The Morning Show" was one of the first shows available on Apple TV when the streaming service launched in 2019, with

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I've Used the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Fold 7 Side by Side, Here's What Actually Changed

The post I've Used the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Fold 7 Side by Side, Here's What Actually Changed appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Xiaomi launches new pocket-sized 20,000 mAh power bank with built-in cable and display

Xiaomi has launched the Power Bank 5i 20,000 67 W in India. This new model features a 20,000 mAh rated capacity and can charge up to three devices simultaneously via a built-in USB-C cable and USB-C and USB-A ports. On top of this, it has a

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Meta Toes the Line on Smart Glasses Harassment With New Instagram Ban

It's now a bannable offense to use Meta's smart glasses to film and post videos of harassing prank videos.

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Tesla’s robotaxis are moving in reverse

The number of paid robotaxi miles traveled fell 36% in the second quarter, despite expanding to new cities, according to Tesla's own figures.

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Meta launched a new AI optimism ad set to a song about human extinction

David Bowie's song "Five Years," which Meta used in a supposedly inspiring advertisement, is about humans learning that they have five years left to live before the apocalypse.

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Lego brings The X-Files to life with 1,478-piece set including Mulder and Scully minifigs

Lego went all out with its reveal, teaming up with actress Gillian Anderson to create a cinematic promo. Anderson portrayed Special Agent Dana Scully opposite David Duchovny as Fox Mulder in the series, which ran for nine seasons between 19

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Google Gemini Hits 950 Million Users and Breathes down ChatGPT's Neck

The post Google Gemini Hits 950 Million Users and Breathes down ChatGPT's Neck appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Karl Urban And Vin Diesel Teamed Up For An Underrated Sci-Fi Movie

Starring Karl Urban and Vin Diesel, this sci-fi space opera from 2004 is part two of an underrated sci-fi movie trilogy that is worth a look.

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Zach Cregger's Resident Evil just got a new trailer and eagle-eyed fans have already spotted some video game easter eggs

A new trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil film has been released, and it's filled with easter eggs from the beloved video game series.

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Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Cases

The post Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Cases appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Duda expands its AI stack to bridge the gap between fast website generation and enterprise-grade security

AI tools built specifically with agencies in mind

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Dynabook reveals updated ultra-light Portege laptop with Intel's Panther Lake CPUs

Dynabook has updated its ultra-light Portege X30L laptop with Intel's latest Panther Lake CPUs. The 13.3-inch 2-pound laptop will also be configurable with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X memory and 2 TB of storage.

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Save $400 on this monster M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 64GB RAM right now

Macworld Apple MacBook Pro M5 Pro View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this

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Ring has upgraded two of its cameras and the new peephole model looks like it'll be perfect for apartment-dwellers —its no-drill installation won't damage your door, so it's ideal for renters

Ring has updated its Outdoor Camera and Peephole Camera with 2K resolution and 6x enhanced zoom.

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Amazon Luna boss thinks rising hardware prices could push more hardcore gamers to cloud gaming — 'You're going to see more people that are priced out of the market'

Amazon's GM of gaming thinks the rising cost of consoles and PC components could push more hardcore gamers towards cloud streaming.

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OpenAI’s Rogue Agent Has Congress Reaching for the Kill Switch

A new bill would require major AI companies to include kill switches on their most powerful models.

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boAt launches Nirvana Eutopia 2 ANC headphones with LDAC, 45dB adaptive ANC & 80h battery life

Indian audio brand boAt has added a new set of over-ear headphones to its Nirvana lineup. The Nirvana Eutopia 2 ANC is priced at Rs. 4,999 ($52) and offers high-resolution audio support and adaptive noise cancellation in the sub-5,000-rupee

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‘Our nation depends on our men and women who fight on the front lines’: Nvidia donates DGX GB300 AI supercomputer to US Naval Postgraduate School to train AI leaders, run high-fidelity simulations, and create naval digital twin environments

The supercomputer will now be used across a range of applications, from simulations and digital twins, to weather prediction and cybersecurity

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Gen Z Trusts AI with Its Investments More Than Any Other Generation, Study Shows

The post Gen Z Trusts AI with Its Investments More Than Any Other Generation, Study Shows appeared first on Android Headlines.

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The RAM crisis just forced Framework into a nasty price hike — and Apple's rumored solution to the memory crunch is renting Macs to cash-strapped consumers

Apple's plan to sidestep the RAM crisis could be renting Macs, iPhones and iPads to consumers.

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Google will now let you sign in to your account with a selfie video

The tech giant says selfie videos give users more options to sign in if they're ever locked out or don't have access to their usual phone or computer.

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Live Updates From San Diego Comic-Con 2026 

Join io9 as we bring you news and updates from the biggest pop culture convention of the year.

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Xbox's plan to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to the mass market — Free tier revealed, powered by ads, with access to all games you own

Here are the details of Xbox's initial ad-powered Xbox Cloud Gaming service, set to go live soon in an early testing phase.

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Microsoft is testing free, ad-supported cloud gaming for Xbox Insiders

Xbox Insiders can stream games from their libraries for free in ad-supported streaming sessions starting today. The free streaming sessions are limited to games you already own, and sessions are capped at one hour. However, ads will only pl

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T-Mobile Sweeps OpenSignal's Latest Awards, But the Best Network Depends on You

The post T-Mobile Sweeps OpenSignal's Latest Awards, But the Best Network Depends on You appeared first on Android Headlines.

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New One UI 9 features will vastly improve Samsung's software

The post New One UI 9 features will vastly improve Samsung's software appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Opera One Browser Adds Vertical Tabs - Should Safari Follow?

Opera One browser just pushed an update adding a Vertical Tabs option that moves the tab bar from the top of the window to a resizable panel down the left-hand side. The feature aims to solve the perennial horizontal tab problem where too m

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Valve launches two big Steam updates, and one of them arrives at a perfect time

Valve continues to make the user experience on Steam easier via numerous updates, and two recent updates serve as major overhauls.

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This $30 Genshin Impact-like RPG ditches the gacha and is off to a strong start on Steam

A new open-world action RPG is drawing obvious comparisons to Genshin Impact while earning a Very Positive reception on Steam. Its $30 price tag and lack of character gacha are only part of the story, with a sprawling open world, 19 playabl

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Apple's rumored leasing program could restrict apps, lock down iPhones if you miss payments

The code, discovered by 9to5Mac, describes a system called App Managed Features. It would allow an authorized financing provider's app to enroll an iPhone and regularly check whether the contract remains in good standing.Read Entire Article

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Samsung Galaxy Fold8 series and Z Flip8 coverage wrap-up

Yesterday, Samsung introduced the third new model of the Galaxy foldable line-up – confusingly, it’s called the Galaxy Z Fold8, but it is not a Z Fold7 successor. Instead, it is a new (for Samsung) form factor that combines a 16:10 cover di

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The Final ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Trailer Promises an Epic Underdog Fight

The Looney Tunes film takes the big screen at long last on August 28.

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Despite Samsung's best worst efforts, we can't let the Galaxy Z Flip family die

Samsung seems to be intentionally setting up the Galaxy Z Flip 8 to fail, but I still believe there's hope for a (better) Galaxy Z Flip 9 next year.

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Deals: Galaxy Fold 8/Ultra extra $100 off + FREE buds, Galaxy Watch 9 $230 off + Google Pixel Flex Dual charger 45% off, more

The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 pre-order deals roll on today and you’ll want to get in there while you can still score $100 cash discounts, plus up to $200 in FREE credit, or as much as $1,230 off with trade-ins. We have deta

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Xbox is FINALLY boosting download speeds on console and PC — I tested it, and I'm finally consistently getting the speed I pay for

One thing that has bugged Xbox fans for years at this point is finally getting fixed, as Microsoft improves download logic across its gaming network.

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Apple Maps will power navigation in Ford's upcoming slate of EVs

The car manufacturer is planning a big push into electric vehicles.

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Google Pushes Devs to Adapt Their Apps to Wide Foldables and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Owners Will Enjoy It

The post Google Pushes Devs to Adapt Their Apps to Wide Foldables and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Owners Will Enjoy It appeared first on Android Headlines.

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Does charging your phone in your car waste gas?

Charing your phone in the car may technically use energy, but not enough to give a second thought.

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I briefly tried Gemini Intelligence, and I’m still not sure who it’s for [Video]

With the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung is also shipping the first phones with Gemini Intelligence. I managed to get it working briefly, but I can’t see why it solves for most people.

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5 Reasons to Buy the iPhone 17 Now Instead of Waiting for iPhone 18

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable are less than two months from being unveiled. That may sound like a reason to sit tight if you're looking to upgrade from an iPhone 16 or older series, but between looming price hikes and

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NordVPN starts a network-wide server overhaul — most users won't notice a thing

NordVPN has begun a network-wide server upgrade running through to the end of 2026. App users need to do nothing, but manual configurations will break.

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Apple Watch SOS Feature Helps Save A Man Who Was Knocked Unconscious

A mountain biking accident left a man unconscious with serious injuries. His Apple Watch helped emergency responders find him and bring him to safety.

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Galaxy S27, S27+ tipped to feature Sony main cameras, unchanged ultra-wide sensors

Leaks about Samsung's next flagship non-foldable smartphone lineup, the Galaxy S27 series, started surfacing even before the Galaxy S26 lineup was unveiled. Now, a new report has revealed details about the primary and ultra-wide rear camera

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‘Resident Evil’ Trailer Brings Paul Walter Hauser Into the Mix

Zach Cregger's next horror film gets its first full trailer after a delightfully evocative teaser.

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I replaced my Pixel's built-in tools with this one sidebar app

It finally made my Pixel feel complete

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Jack Dorsey's Next Big Bet Is Buzz: Mixing Team Chat & AI Agents for Professionals

The post Jack Dorsey's Next Big Bet Is Buzz: Mixing Team Chat & AI Agents for Professionals appeared first on Android Headlines.

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A new brain-computer implant is helping blind seniors see again, and it just got approved in Europe

Science describes PRIMA as an "investigational" retinal implant designed to combat vision loss caused by GA and AMD. For the time being, the device is commercially available only in the European market. The implant is actually part of a mor

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For Decades, Scientists Thought They Knew How This Inca Child Died. They Were Wrong

The study sheds new light on the final moments of three children sacrified to the Inca gods.

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OpenAI is spending $30 billion on a new mega 3.2 GW data center in Georgia — and it's trying really hard to quell local opposition

OpenAI really wants to avoid the local opposition seen at other data center projects, and is willing to offer commitments to the locals to ensure its campus gets built.

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AI chip startup Etched defies skeptics, hits $10.3B valuation from big-name investors

Etched, founded by three Harvard dropouts, has created new chips and memory components that speed up inference on any AI model -- no GPUs required, it says.

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Edtech platform raises $4.5M to help teach students how to vibe code

Imagi announced a $4.5 million seed round, with investors including Brighteye Ventures, Day One Capital, and artist Will.i.am.

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Nvidia is sending GPUs to the moon

If there's a place in the universe without GPUs, Nvidia is sending them there.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved is the top-tier remake Xbox's legendary flagship deserves — but I wanted more for the asking price

Halo Studios has delivered a fantastic remake of Xbox's first flagship with Halo: Campaign Evolved, though for $50, I wanted more. Here's our full review.

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Google’s Gemini nears billion-user milestone

Gemini had over 750 million monthly users in February.

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iPhone 18 Pro Max Price Leak Suggests a Big Hit to Your Wallet

The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Price Leak Suggests a Big Hit to Your Wallet appeared first on Android Headlines.

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The latest Resident Evil movie trailer has lots of fun nods to the games

The film, from Weapons director Zach Cregger, hits theaters on September 18.

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Amazon is bringing games to Prime Video

Amazon is hoping the addition of games can turn Prime Video into a one-stop entertainment destination.

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Chevrolet Tahoe Vs. GMC Yukon Depreciation: Which Loses More Value After 5 Years?

These two GM SUVs are very similar, with the Yukon being slightly more high-end and expensive. One depreciates more over five years, however.

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Qualcomm is allegedly launching a new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC this year

According to the prolific leaker who goes by Digital Chat Station on Weibo, Qualcomm is working on a new iteration of its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC to be launched later this year. This will reportedly have the model number SM8850-1-AB, a

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MeBeMe’s new ‘interrupter’ app helps you become your best self instead of doomscrolling

MeBeMe delivers small tasks to help users become their best selves instead of endlessly scrolling.

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Lego's latest Nintendo collab is a playable Donkey Kong arcade machine

Barrels of fun.

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Amazon Luna lives on with dedicated tab in Prime Video app

After gutting the system that let players stream their own titles, Amazon is moving the Luna streaming service into Prime Video’s residence.

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Xbox backwards compatibility now available on PC, starting with four original Xbox games

Four games from the original Xbox are now available on PC for the first time via the Xbox app on Windows 11. More titles are on the horizon, but Microsoft has not specified which games will be added or when they will arrive.Read Entire Arti

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Top Apple Watch discounts & deals – Big savings on all models

Macworld Best Apple Watch deals: Updated July, 2026 These recommendations are based on the best prices for Apple Watches we are seeing right now at top resellers in the U.S. and U.K. Today’s best Apple Watch deals: U.S. $100 off Apple Watch

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'Apple is entering 'the touchbar phase' again': MacBook OLED could be on track to launch in a few months, but skeptics still hate that rumored touchscreen

New report details Apple's Mac plans, including that a MacBook OLED remains on track for a possible release later in 2026.

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SpaceXAI has built a Microsoft Excel Grok plug-in, for some reason

SpaceXAI launches its own Grok add-ins for Microsoft Excel and other Office apps after other AI vendors see great success.

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Belkin Charging Grip Review: Fixing Two Of The Switch 2's Biggest Problems

If you consider the battery life and comfort of the Nintendo Switch 2 to be underwhelming, you need to look into the Belkin Charging Grip.

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I'm just glad Samsung's price hikes weren't worse

It's a sign of how hard we're braced for the RAMpocalypse that Samsung adding just $100 to its prices seems reasonable.

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The new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Apple's iPhone Ultra: it's going down!

Two Ultra flagships, two ultra brands, but one is not like the other… at all.

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Google’s official Pixel 67W charger is nearly half off right now, its best price ever

You don’t have to hold off on grabbing Google’s 67W dual-port USB-C charger anymore, because it’s dropped to nearly $30.

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Your backstage pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is waiting

Volunteer at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world's biggest startup conferences gets built.

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7 Retro-Themed PC Gaming Gadgets Inspired By Iconic Consoles

Even as gaming moves toward an all-digital age, many players are leaning into nostalgia. These retro-themed PC gaming gadgets are inspired by iconic consoles.

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macOS Golden Gate Removes DVD Support (But There's A Free Solution)

The upcoming macOS 27 won't support DVD playback, but you can still find a way to watch your DVDs if you're willing to set up free software options.

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5 Things You Need To Know Before Buying The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Early Galaxy Z Flip 8 reviews point to a mix of welcome changes and lingering concerns. These are the key details to weigh before buying or upgrading.

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Nubia NaviX Ultra Tipped with Snapdragon 8 Elite Chip and Triple 50MP Cameras

When Nubia first teased the NaviX Ultra, most of the focus was on its smart AI assistant. The company talked a lot about software, but stayed quiet about the hardware underneath. Now, a fresh set of leaks has revealed the full spec sheet. I

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Xiaomi launches Power Bank 5i 20000 67W in India with built-in USB-C cable & digital display

Xiaomi has introduced a new portable charger to the Indian market: the Power Bank 5i 20000 67W. It is priced at Rs. 3,299 and will be available in Jet Black and Ice Blue starting July 28 through Xiaomi’s website, Amazon India, and physical

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Apple Watch Series 11 GPS Models Now $100 Off on Amazon

Amazon this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS aluminum models, but cellular devices are a bit more rare this tim

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Eyes-on: First look at the Samsung Gentle Monster and Warby Parker smart glasses

Foldables were the main talking point at yesterday’s Galaxy Unpacked event, but Samsung is also placing a big bet on smart glasses as the next staple in its wearables lineup. Google's Android XR was announced back in 2024, and outside of th

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Star Wars Zero Company takes 30-40 hours to beat 'depending on your difficulty level and experience with the strategy genre' but won't have a New Game Plus mode

Bit Reactor has confirmed that Star Wars Zero Company will take up to 40 hours to finish, and it won't have a New Game Plus mode.

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Galaxy Tab S11 series gets July 2026 security update

While Samsung is busy promoting its new flagship foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and the Galaxy Z Flip 8, the brand isn't slowing down software updates for its older devices. The company has started rolling out the July 2026 sec

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This devious malware scans over 300 apps to build an AI profile telling hackers which victims to target

Malware started talking to their bosses, telling them where to strike next.

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Framework nearly doubles Laptop 13 Pro memory prices overnight after suppliers demand more than twice as much

Framework's 32GB module has jumped from $439 to $800, an increase of 82%, while the 64GB option has risen from $849 to a brutal $1,600, up 88%. Linus Sebastian's favorite laptop company is keeping the 16GB module at $239 for now, but warns

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Apple's iPad Air M2 is the iPad Pro alternative you can't miss at this price

Amazon has just made the iPad Air M2 a good choice for budget-conscious Apple fans.

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Google Photos' collage tool frustrates me in ways Samsung Gallery solved years ago

I'm floored Google hasn't added this simple capability

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There isn't a single consumer Wi-Fi router that is 100% American-made

You get a waiver! You get a waiver!

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5 Air Conditioner Models You Should Steer Clear Of

Are you in the market for a new air conditioner? It's a purchase you'll want to get right, so make sure to steer clear of these five models.

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Apple Maps to Help Power Autonomous Driving in Ford's 2027 EV

Apple and Ford today announced announced that Apple Maps will power the navigation system in Ford's upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) Platform, launching in 2027 at a price point around $30,000. The integration leverages Apple's new

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NVIDIA pushes out a hotfix driver that you'll want to grab before playing Halo: Campaign Evolved

Halo: Campaign Evolved begins its early access period, but if you're playing on PC and you have an NVIDIA RTX 50 series graphics card, you'll want to get this hotfix driver first.

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Sennheiser Smart Control Vs. Plus: What's The Difference?

There are two notable Sennheiser apps available to download, but is there a reason to pick one over the other when finding an app for your equipment?

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Not sold on Samsung's brand-new Galaxy Watch 9? Maybe Amazon can seal the deal with a gift card!

The Galaxy Watch 9 is not the most impressive smartwatch in the world, but with a $50 Amazon gift card, it offers pretty great value for your money right now.

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Mophie Roam 3-in-1 Travel Charger review: 25W Qi2.2 travel charger

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros iPhone/AirPods/ Watch charge simultaneously. Compact when folded 25W iPhone charging StealthCharge wireless charging tech Smart travel case International plug adapters Cons Smaller rivals Our Verdict

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Samsung updates Galaxy S23 with July 2026 security patch

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Amazon brings Luna game streaming to the Prime Video app

Luna will be first arrive in the Prime Video app on Fire TV devices in the US and UK.

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Ultrahuman overhauls its app, brings all of its analysis on-device

Ultrahuman's revamped app now offers better advice even when your phone has no connection.

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Google introduces new ‘selfie video’ sign-in method

Google Accounts are gaining a new “selfie video” sign-in method that can be handy if you lose your phone or passkeys.

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I finally found the hidden iPhone setting that stopped Apple Music from auto-playing in my car

Apple Music will no longer shock you by playing music out of nowhere.

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OpenAI says its AI models went rogue and hacked another company

OpenAI has confirmed that a combination of its large language models broke out of an isolated testing environment and went on to hack into rival AI company Hugging Face while trying to cheat on an internal benchmark. No person directed the

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nubia NaviX Ultra key specifications tipped

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Xbox's new backwards-compatible games on PC are "already Xbox 360 games" — and that changes everything about what's next

New details about how the four new back-compat Xbox games on PC are running lead me to believe that Xbox 360 games are on the way. I break down what appears to be going on behind the scenes and why it's a big deal for game preservation.

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Google pushes for Android apps to better support ‘ultra-wide foldables’ like Galaxy Z Fold 8

Android is a platform of variety, and that’s even more true now with the launch of Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, which includes what Google refers to as an “ultra-wide foldable.”

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5 Gadgets & Appliances That Turn A Tiny House Into A Home

Tiny house living has gotten a lot of attention in recent years, so we're looking at compact appliances that might fit well in such a living space.

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Google Fined $1 Billion by EU for Search Bias and App Store Restrictions

Google was today fined €890 million ($1 billion) by the European Union for breaching antitrust rules with regard to its search and Google Play store services. The European Commission found that Google had broken the Digital Markets Act (DMA

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The Galaxy Watch 9 raises the bar for Wear OS updates

Five major OS updates

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Despite losing out on Google services, Americans want Huawei to make a return stateside

Huawei has been missing from the U.S. for years, but it's the Chinese phone manufacturer that consumers want stateside the most.

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I always change these Google Maps and Android Auto settings before every long road trip

Small tweaks make road trips easier

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Foldable iPhone Still Faces Production Hurdles, Report Says

Apple's foldable iPhone still faces production hurdles that leave its exact launch timing undecided, according to a new report from DigiTimes, even as Foxconn carries out what supply chain sources describe as "final mass-production adjustme

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What The Flashing Light On Your Google Pixel Means While Charging

Flashing lights and flashing screens on your Google Pixel can help you understand any number of porblems related to charging your phone.

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I replaced my Notes widget with Google Keep; it was a disaster

A surprisingly poor showing for Google's notes app

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Honor testing OVB0D 200MP main camera for future flagship phones

Honor Magic 9 series is in the works and the company is currently testing an ultimate main camera sensor solution for the future flagship phones – OVB0D. The dynamic imaging lens is said to take over all the available top-end models in the

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OPPO Reno16 vs Vivo V70: Which Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 Phone Is Worth Buying?

The premium mid-range smartphone segment is more competitive than ever, and the OPPO Reno16 and vivo V70 are two of the strongest contenders powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. While both promise flagship-inspired designs, cap

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Google records its first negative free cash flow since going public as its AI spending explodes

Google said its free cash flow – the cash it had remaining after paying for operations and investments – for the three months to the end of June was at negative $5.9 billion. The revelation, combined with the announcement that it would be s

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A year later, I think the Pixel 10 Pro gets too much hate

The Pixel 10 Pro aged better than expected

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Samsung and Google are betting they can avoid Meta’s ‘perv glasses’ problem

Welcome back to Inbox, hope you’re enjoying your Thursday so far. Yesterday was a busy day for all of us and, mea culpa, I accidentally pressed send on a newsletter detailing the new Samsung foldables and wearables before it had been edited

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Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max could use Mate 80 RS zoom camera

As Huawei 2026 Mate phones are approaching their speculated launch time, more details regarding their specs have started taking space on the internet and the latest input suggests that the Mate 90 Pro Max could feature the same zoom camera

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vivo S2 India launch could take place on August 6, design and key specs leak

A recent leak claimed that vivo is preparing to launch the S2 to India as the successor to the vivo S1, which debuted in 2019. New leaks have now revealed the phone's launch date, first sale date, design, and key specs. Tipster Abhishek Yad

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Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 are the first Wear OS watches with 5 years of updates

Samsung is expanding the support timeline for its latest Galaxy Watch models, with Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 getting 5 years of Wear OS updates.

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What Is The 2-2-2 Rule For Motorcycle Helmets?

Wearing a helmet is one of the best ways to stay safe on a motorcycle, but it's only truly effective if it fits. Follow this rule to make sure it does.

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If you want your phone to last 19 days on a single charge, you have to give up being smart

In other words, the Nokia 123 Shield is here.

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 deals are in! Get instant store credit and up to $1,200 off now!

Samsung's enhanced trade-in offer is back on the table, but even without a trade you get $200 Samsung Credit!

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WhatsApp for iPad no longer requires an iPhone for setup

Macworld For an astonishing 15 years, there was no official iPad app for WhatsApp: tablet owners had to make do with one of several workarounds, such as running WhatsApp for the web in a browser. But last year Meta finally got round to rele

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Android Auto rolling out upgraded WhatsApp support

Meta has confirmed a revamped experience for WhatsApp on Android Auto and CarPlay, delivering better support for drivers behind the wheel.

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Honor trolls Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra by calling Magic V6 #TheRealUltra

Samsung has just unveiled its eighth generation of foldable smartphones, and without wasting any time, Honor began trolling the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra by calling its own Magic V6 book-type folding handset the Real ULTRA! Honor has on

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The '60s Space Race Influenced The Tech We Still Use Today - Here's How

The Space Race reshaped far more than spaceflight, accelerating breakthroughs that later moved into homes, workplaces, cars, and everyday devices.

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Nvidia reveals Vera CPU details, claims its custom Olympus cores outperform AMD Epyc Turin

Part of Nvidia's Vera Rubin platform, the Arm-based Vera CPU is designed to perform complex reasoning, facilitate tool execution, generate code, and plan tasks for AI agents. Developed as a multi-purpose chip, it can also handle scientific

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July 2026 Brought These New Channels To YouTube TV

Did your live TV streaming package just get a surprise upgrade? Discover the four new entertainment channels quietly added to the YouTube TV lineup for free.

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Samsung & Google’s Android XR glasses privacy light works like Meta Ray-Bans, core features detailed [Gallery]

While new foldables were the focus of Samsung’s latest Galaxy Unpacked, this week’s event also served as a soft launch for its new smart glasses being launched with the help of Google, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster. This includes some de

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macOS 27 Beta Hides Trippy Siri 'Voice Pad' Interface With 13 Voices

For macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple appears to be working on an immersive new interface for choosing Siri AI's voice, based on findings in the latest beta. MacRumors forum member "mactracker" has shared what they call a hidden "voice pad" in th

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OnePlus N6x's launch date announced, design revealed

OnePlus introduced the N6 as the first smartphone in its new N Series last month, and over a week ago, it started teasing the N6x as the next member of the series. Today, the Chinese brand announced that the N6x will launch on July 31. Arri

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Honor confirms ROBOT PHONE launch for August

Honor has officially confirmed the launch month of the world’s first ROBOT PHONE – August. Alongside unveiling a new “brand logo”, the company has also announced when it will introduce one of its ultimate creations in the consumer market. E

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AT&T is back in New York after making a big fuss

New York's Affordable Broadband Act was criticized by Ma Bell, but that's history now.

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Apple hasn’t given up on the iMac Ultra and neither have I

Macworld A couple of months ago, I wrote about how I’ve been pining for an iMac Ultra as a rebirth of the iMac Pro. But since then, I haven’t given it much thought. The most recent report came at the end of last year, and it was about a Mac

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Never mind season four; ‘Ted Lasso’ creator wants to do five and six too

Macworld The long-awaited fourth season of Ted Lasso debuts on Apple TV next month, but the creator and star of the show already has his heart set on a fifth and sixth. In a long feature by The Hollywood Reporter, Jason Sudeikis, who plays

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Kensington SD5010T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Dock review: Compact Thunderbolt 5 HDMI dock

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 13 ports including Thunderbolt 5 Dual HDMI 2.1 140W Power Delivery 30W USB-C 2.5Gb Ethernet Compact footprint Cons Only one downstream TB5 Our Verdict Choose the SD5010T5 if you want a compact Thunde

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Amazon sweetens the Galaxy Z Flip 8 launch deal to take the sting out of Samsung's price hikes

Samsung's latest clamshell-style foldable is costlier than last year's Galaxy Z Flip 7, but if you hurry, you can get it alongside a free $200 Amazon gift card.

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Is It Safe To Keep Using A Phone That No Longer Gets Update Support?

Every smartphone will eventually reach the point where its manufacturer ceases providing updates, but is it safe to keep using that phone afterward?

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Gig economy workers and Amazon staff are increasingly dependent on food stamps and Medicaid, says federal report

The GAO report, which was commissioned by Senator Bernie Sanders, shows that the number of Amazon workers relying on food stamps and Medicaid tripled between the start of the Covid pandemic in February 2020 and September 2025.Read Entire Ar

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You Can Now Recover Your Google Account With a Selfie Video

Google today introduced a new selfie sign-in option for Google Account recovery. It offers an alternative way for Google users to access their accounts alongside passkeys, recovery contacts, and other entry methods. To create a selfie video

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Time’s up, Android, Apple Watch won

Macworld It’s been almost 12 years since Apple unveiled its smartwatch to the world, and if you compare that first model to the newest Series 11, you’ll see that a lot has changed. Apple Watch has become slimmer, larger, and packed with mor

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Honor explains the strategy behind new ‘RING’ logo

Honor today unveiled a RING logo for its brand, and the company is now explaining the main strategy behind this interesting design. The OEM sees the new logo appearance as the definition of Honor’s position in the market – dare to be differ

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Every Pixel 11 model just leaked in stunning new colors and from every angle

Check out all the striking new colors of Pixel 11 phones.

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Apple prepares ‘virtual shopping assistant’ to help you spend money

Macworld Following the comparatively triumphant debut of Siri AI this summer, Apple is preparing to use AI to power something even more important: shopping. As spotted by MacRumors, the privacy policy for the Apple Store app reveals the exi

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New leaked renders reveal every color option for the Pixel 11 lineup

We're just weeks away from Google's Pixel 11 series launch, and by now, almost everything about the upcoming lineup has leaked. A fresh leak has now revealed the complete color lineup for the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL. The

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OneOdio Fusion A70 GEN 2 review: LDAC Meets 72-Hour Battery

Having reviewed the original OneOdio Fusion A70 headphones a couple of years ago, we were genuinely curious to see how the brand would upgrade them. The first generation delivered unmatched battery life and handy dual-jack connectivity for

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Which iPhone models are Android users buying?

Unlike upgrading iPhone users, those switching to iOS from Android aren't looking for the latest specs and features.

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Poco F9 Ultra, F9 Pro, and Vivo X500 Are All Heading to Global Markets

Three phones, three certification systems, one busy day. The Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra both surfaced in the GSMA IMEI database and cleared Singapore's IMDA and Indonesia's SDPPI and TKDN platforms on July 23. The Vivo X500 joined them i

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Honor introduces a new ‘Ring-like’ brand logo

Honor today announced a new “brand logo” for the company in an interesting RING shape. The unique part of this design is that it’s not an enclosed circle but is slightly open from two sides, hinting at the company’s achievements that are be

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The powerful JBL Boombox 4 is a hit at $120 off with this Walmart promo

This bestselling Walmart promo makes the JBL speaker a solid choice for music lovers.

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Mac users can get Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for life for $165

Macworld TL;DR: Get Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows 11 Pro, and more together for life for $165. Last year, Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 and raised the price for Microsoft 365 to $99.99/year. For Mac users running Windows softwar

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Macworld Podcast: iOS 27 and macOS 27 early impressions

Macworld The public betas of xOS 27 are now available. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about our first impressions of the features, Siri AI, and more. This is episode 992 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. W

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This Pixel Watch 5 leak will come as a bitter disappointment after Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 launch

Google's next big Apple Watch rival will apparently not be able to match the raw power and energy efficiency of Samsung's latest Wear OS timepieces.

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iQOO 15 Ultra spotted at EEC certification, global launch soon?

iQOO is expected to unveil the iQOO 16 in September in China. While its global variant with model number I2601 was spotted in the IMEI database a couple of weeks ago, it remains unclear whether the device will launch outside China. While th

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iQOO 15 Ultra Is Finally Heading Global

The iQOO 15 Ultra arrived in China in February with one of the most distinctive hardware setups in the gaming phone segment: an active cooling fan, pressure-sensitive shoulder triggers, and a 7,400mAh battery. Five months later, it's finall

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OnePlus N6x teaser confirms July 31 launch date, reveals major design shift from the N6

The upcoming OnePlus N6x is getting some early attention with fresh teasers that show off a fresh design direction for the N-series. After last week’s initial announcement focused on India, OnePlus has now shared additional images revealing

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Amazon's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 pre-order deal makes the premium smartwatch easier to justify

This high-end smartwatch is already becoming an easy recommendation.

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Vivo S2’s latest leak reveals pricing, multiple variants and color options

Rumors suggest Vivo is preparing to revive its S-series smartphones in India, with the Vivo S2 expected to debut in the coming weeks. While the company is yet to make anything official, tipster Abhishek Yadav has now shared an alleged retai

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Huawei Pura 90s Pro has these 3 AI editing tools to beautify your photos

Pura 90s Pro series is the new Huawei camera flagship with a 200MP snapper as well as 20x telephoto zooming capability, but the ultimate part of this lineup is three new AI editing tools that will further beautify your photos, making them j

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Ask me anything about Samsung’s new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8

I’m on my way home from Samsung’s big Galaxy Unpacked event and I’ve moved into the new Galaxy Z Fold 8. So, ask me anything!

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Android 17's new iOS migration tool now available on Samsung's latest foldables

Google announced an upgraded Android Switch iOS migration tool for Android 17 during the Android Show I/O Edition 2026. The company has now offered new details about the feature and its availability. The enhanced Android Switch tool is now

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The wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 will have to face this rival that has turned its back on Snapdragon and Dimensity chips

Xiaomi is almost ready with the Mix Fold 5.

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Google Pixel Watch 5's key specs revealed via Google Play Console listing

The Google Pixel Watch 5 is expected to go official on August 12 alongside the Pixel 11 series smartphones. Recently leaked renders revealed the Pixel Watch 5 will look identical to the Pixel Watch 4. Now a Google Play Console listing revea

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Honor Magic 9 series to bring major changes in appearance

Honor could unveil the Magic 9 series in October this year, and the flagship lineup is expected to undergo major changes in appearance compared to its predecessors. Meanwhile, the company will retain the family design for one of its top-end

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Poco F9 Ultra, Poco F9 Pro, Vivo X500 (global) bag fresh certifications, launching soon

Poco is reportedly working on the Poco F9 series of smartphones. According to a report by XimiTime, two F9 series devices have emerged in the GSMA IMEI database, revealing their model numbers and monikers. At the same time, these devices ha

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Huawei Mate XT 2 stock volume can be higher than 2025 tri-fold

Huawei Mate XT 2 tri-fold sparks new details over its stock volume, which is seemingly more than sufficient this time compared to its previous-generation model. A new leak hints that there won’t be any issues during the upcoming tri-foldabl

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Russia Returns World's Most Heavily-Armed Warship To The Sea After $5B Facelift

After nearly three decades out of service, this Soviet-era, nuclear-powered behemoth is set to plow the waves once again.

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iQOO Neo 11S RAM, storage, and color options leaked ahead of August launch

There have been rumors that iQOO will soon unveil a new Neo series phone in China. Initial reports suggested that the rumored Neo 11S would break cover in July, but now reliable tipster Digital Chat Station claims that it is tentatively sch

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Huawei Enjoy 100 Pro Max tipped to feature this Kirin 5G chip

Enjoy 100 Pro Max will likely become part of the Huawei smartphone family this year and a new leak reveals which Kirin 5G chip the device could bring to the table. A recent input suggested that the handset could use an efficient Kirin 8 ser

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NASA Is Building A Team Of Volunteers For A Yearlong Virtual Mission To The Moon And Mars

To help with its plans for long-term lunar visits and missions to Mars, NASA is putting together a year-long virtual program and looking for volunteers.

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Nubia NavIX Ultra AI-agent phone has Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 7,100mAh battery, triple 50MP cameras, and more

Recently, Nubia announced the NaviX Ultra smartphone in China, and is touted as the world’s first AI-agent smartphone with on-device AI processing. While it was showcased at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, the brand hasn’

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Indian Redmi Note 17 runs Geekbench, reveals its chipset and RAM amount

Redmi unveiled the Note 17 and Note 17 Pro in China earlier this month, and now it looks like the Note 17 headed to India has just run Geekbench. As usual, this means there's a listing for it in the Geekbench online database, and that it re

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Oppo Find X10 family is being tested against the iPhone 17 Pro, live shots prove

According to new information from a tipster on X, Oppo is currently testing the upcoming Find X10, Find X10 Pro, and Find X10 Pro Max alongside the iPhone 17 Pro, presumably to compare their camera prowess against Apple’s latest flagship. T

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What Muscle Car Does Liam Neeson Drive In The Mongoose?

Liam Neeson can be seen behind the wheel of a vicious-looking red-and-black muscle car in "The Mongoose." But what muscle car is it, exactly?

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Samsung unveils AI smart glasses powered by Gemini and Android XR

Samsung is officially entering the smart glasses market. At its Galaxy Unpacked event in London, the company unveiled new intelligent eyewear powered by Google’s Android XR platform and Gemini AI. To avoid the bulky look of traditional AR h

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The Best Hidden Features Of Apple Find My

Apple's Find My app does a lot more than most iPhone users realize, and you'll wish you knew about some of these lesser-known features sooner.

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Lenovo launches Lecoo Pro 14 notebook with Intel and AMD options, 24GB RAM & OCuLink eGPU support

Lenovo has launched the Lecoo Pro 14 in China, a new 14-inch thin-and-light laptop that emphasizes connectivity, upgradeability, and external GPU support. It is available in both Intel and AMD variants and carries a suggested retail price o

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Sony launches FX5 cinema camera with open gate recording

Sony has launched the newest member of its compact cinema camera series in the form of the FX5. In another timeline, the FX5 may have just been an update to the Sony FX3 that launched in 2021, but in the current market it will be launching

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8 Cars That Outsold The Chevrolet Impala

The iconic Impala from Chevrolet had quite a run, but there are cars that sold better. You may recognize a few of these makes and models.

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Google Wallet rolls out built-in order tracking with Gmail on Android

Google Wallet for Android users in the US can now access a new order tracking experience powered by Gmail.

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Nvidia's Jensen Huang defends Chinese AI: "Open-source models that are excellent should be used"

The timing is what makes it interesting. Moonshot AI released Kimi K3 on July 16. Independent evaluators put it third on Artificial Analysis' Intelligence Index, only behind Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol, and first on

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HMD launches Nokia 123 Shield rugged feature phone with USB-C & 19-day battery life

HMD has added a new feature phone to its lineup called the Nokia 123 Shield. The company is positioning it as its most affordable option with water and dust resistance, aimed primarily at people who work outside or just want a cheap backup

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'Trap And Trace' Lawsuit Claims Toyota Illegally Tracked Customers

Did you click 'decline' on that website cookie banner? Discover the massive new class action lawsuit accusing Toyota of spying on its customers.

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12th-Generation iPad: Everything We Know About Apple's Next Budget Tablet

Apple is working on a 12th-generation iPad, and plans to update the most affordable tablet in the ‌iPad‌ in 2027. It's not going to be a major update, but if you're planning a purchase, you might want to wait for the newest model.

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 goes official as iPhone Ultra competitor with improved crease, anti-reflective display

At yesterday’s Unpacked event, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, with the standard model offering a noticeably fresher take on the book-style foldable that feels more compact and fun to use than its pre

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The Steam Deck couldn't give me this.

People keep calling the AYN Thor their “endgame” handheld, and after spending way too much time setting mine up, I think understand why?

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Pixel Watch 5 specs leak with no chip upgrade, but more RAM

The Pixel Watch 5 is expected to look identical to last year’s model, but the similarities might also extend to the specs and chip.

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Casio launches new stunning gold stainless steel watch with a green dial

Casio has officially released the MTP1302PGC-3AV in the US market. The analog watch, which has already been available in several other regions, is now listed for $120. It is a straightforward, battery-powered timepiece that focuses strictly

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Apple Store App Getting AI Shopping Assistant

Apple's privacy policy for the Apple Store app suggests it will soon get a virtual shopping assistant to help users decide what to purchase. The app will have a chat interface where users can ask questions about Apple products, with Apple u

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra launches with 5000mAh Si/C battery, anti-reflective display, and Flex Titanium support structure

Samsung just unveiled its first-ever Ultra-branded book-style foldable. It aims to be the ultimate productivity machine that fits in your pocket. The “Ultra” name has sparked some debate: people are used to seeing it on slab phones with cut

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Galaxy Z Flip 8 finally cares about cover screen apps, but just barely

If there’s one thing that annoys me about the Galaxy Z Flip series, it’s that the cover screen has been left just a notch or two above useless for years now, and for no good reason. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is finally embracing apps on the cover

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Vs. Galaxy S26: Every Major Difference

Samsung's new, stockier Galaxy Z Fold 8 is pretty cool, but is it worth paying the extra money when you could just get a Galaxy S26 instead? Let's compare.

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Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and other US tech giants are hiding $1.65 trillion in AI debt

According to estimates from Nikkei Asia, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Oracle have together amassed roughly $3 trillion in total debt, a large share of it tied to exorbitant AI infrastructure spending – long-term data center lease

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US Navy Signs $418M Deal To Scrap History-Making Nuclear Aircraft Carrier

After more than a decade of planning (and one computer glitch), the USS Enterprise is finally going to be scrapped, at the cost of $418.5 million.

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RuneScape’s CEO makes a bold claim, saying the team is aiming to beat World of Warcraft and become the biggest MMO on the planet

In a lengthy interview with The Game Business, the boss of RuneScape, one of the oldest MMOs in the business, has declared his ambitions to make the 25-year-old game the best in the genre while expanding the franchise to new pastures.

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Oppo Find X10 series leaked images reveal a redesigned camera island, Pro Max model

The Oppo Find X10 series has reportedly appeared in a fresh set of leaked images that are circulating on Chinese social media. Although the original source of the images is unknown, well-known tipster Digital Chat Station has weighed in on

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Blizzard rolls out new BlizzCon 2026 digital bundles packed with rewards for World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and Hearthstone

With the long-awaited return of BlizzCon being less than two months from now, Blizzard Entertainment has decided to get fans excited for the event by revealing several digital bundle packs containing new in-game items for its World of Warcr

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Gears of War: E‑Day’s big multiplayer gameplay reveal is locked in, and fans finally know when they’ll see the action

Xbox and Coalition have set the date for when they plan to reveal gameplay footage for Gears of War: E-Day's multiplayer, which so far has been confirmed to include 12-player PvE horde mode and a 4v4 PvP mode.

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Amazon orders Robocop TV series as franchise heads to Prime Video

Robocop has been entertaining audiences for nearly four decades. The first film in the series debuted in 1987, starring Peter Weller as a half-man, half-machine cyborg law enforcement officer. The movie is considered by many as one of the b

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Yes, Ace Hardware Sharpens Lawn Mower Blades – But There's A Catch

Have a mower with a dull blade? You can turn to Ace Hardware to get it back into shape, although there is one potential downside to be aware of.

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Xbox Series X|S consoles U.S. sales see an impressive 86% jump in June 2026, as PS5 and Nintendo slide — "Highest units this year."

Is it the Asha Sharma effect? Xbox is seeing positive momentum in console sales for the first time in a long time, although it remains to be see if it can hold on.

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Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 248 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for fut

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Second iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Public Betas Now Available

Apple today released the second public betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, allowing anyone with a compatible device to download and test the new software. The second betas come a week after Apple seeded the first betas. You can get started by si

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Huawei Pura X Max: The Ultimate Wide-Fold Showdown

Huawei set the trend for foldable phone design by launching the Huawei Pura X last year. This year, it unveiled the Pura X Max as an updated version of the existing model. Since the first-generation product was launched, there have been rep

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macOS Beta: Golden Gate Public Beta 2 now available

Macworld Following its preview at WWDC on June 8, Apple released the first developer beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate, giving developers and Mac users an early look at the next major version of macOS ahead of its expected public release this fa

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Switching From iPhone to Android Just Got Easier With Android 17

Android 17 includes a wireless native migration experience for transferring more types of data from an iPhone, making the process of switching to an Android device easier. Google says the upgraded method allows Google Accounts, passwords, W

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Palworld's 1.0 launch is bringing back nearly a million players

Palworld 1.0 launched on July 10, and players showed their appreciation by flooding its monster-taming world in droves. SteamDB figures show the game peaking at 855,525 concurrent players over launch weekend, then climbing to 961,867 on Jul

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Apple's Mac roadmap for the next two years leaks

According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to release a new entry-level MacBook Pro powered by the M6 chip before the end of this year. The same time frame allegedly also applies to some new iMacs. The MacBook Ultra with OL

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Lilbits: Samsung’s wider-screen foldable, AYANEO’s $3000 handheld, and Pebble Watch faces on smartphone’s second screen

Samsung has expanded its smartphone lineup with three new Galaxy Z foldables, including one model with a wider-than-usual display. After suspending orders for a high-priced handheld gaming PC earlier this year due to unsustainable pricing (

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Hands-On With Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8, the Closest Thing Yet to a Foldable iPhone

Samsung today debuted its latest foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Flip8, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the new Galaxy Z Fold8, which has a design similar to what we're expecting from the foldable iPhone coming this September. We wer

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iOS 27 beta 4 is out now with further refinements and fixes

Macworld On the first day of the WWDC developer conference, Apple released the first developer beta of its new operating system. This year, that means that the first release of iOS 27 outside Cupertino came on June 8, 2026. The pattern goes

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Samsung launches Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Watch 9 with Snapdragon Wear Elite & brighter displays

Samsung has officially announced its next generation of wearables: the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and the Galaxy Watch 9. Both smartwatches are built around Qualcomm’s new 3nm Penta-Core Snapdragon Wear Elite (SDW6100) chipset, bringing significa

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Second macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available

Apple today released the second public beta of macOS Golden Gate, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its fall release. You can sign up to test the update on Apple's beta website, and then download it by going to System Se

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Samsung Just Dropped The Z Fold 8 And Z Flip 8, But Those Aren't The Only New Devices

Samsung has dropped the first official details for its next set of foldable devices from the Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip lines. Here's what you can expect.

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Firefox 153 ESR arrives with major productivity, privacy, and enterprise upgrades

Firefox 153 is now the latest Extended Support Release (ESR), rolling up all improvements introduced since Firefox 140. Highlights include profile management, Split View, AI features, stronger privacy protections, web apps, PDF merging and

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Surface Pro with Snapdragon X2 is now available with a noticeable graphics bump

Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro is now available with Snapdragon X2 processors, improved graphics, and optional OLED panels. Early impressions point to smoother performance and better battery life.

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Mac mini M6/M5 Pro: Everything we know so far

Macworld Apple is expected to launch an M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini, but ongoing supply shortages and high AI-driven demand have an effect of the release date. The next Mac mini is expected to focus heavily on AI and graphics performance, with i

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Should I buy an Apple Watch now or wait?

Macworld Apple updates the Apple Watch almost every year, usually at its September iPhone event, so timing your purchase can make a big difference. As of July 2026, the current lineup – the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3 and SE 3 – has been

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The Marines' new AI gun can track and target people, even though it's marketed as anti-drone

The Marine Corps has selected Allen Control Systems' Bullfrog M240 robotic weapon station for integration into its Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System, or L-MADIS. The initial prototype contract is worth $6.2 million.Read Entire Arti

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New EPA Proposal Could Roll Back Some DEF-System Requirements For Diesel Engines

Just a short time after reducing regulations regarding fuel and exhaust systems around diesel engines, the EPA seems to be cutting them even more.

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Here is the pricing breakdown for the Galaxy Z Fold8 series and the Z Flip8

We’re still at the Galaxy Unpacked event that brought the Galaxy Z Flip8, the Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Z Fold8 Ultra. If you want a closer look, we have a hands-on comparison of the Z Fold8 duo. And now we have to deliver some bad news – the

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra debut with Flex Titanium displays and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

With all the buzz of anticipation surrounding the rumored foldable iPhone that Apple is widely expected to announce this fall, it's hard not to wonder what the good people at Samsung are thinking.Read Entire Article

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Samsung launches Galaxy Z Flip 8 with 4.1-inch cover display & SD 8 Elite Gen 5/Exynos 2600

Alongside the Fold 8 series, Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Z Flip 8. The company’s latest clamshell foldable brings a larger cover screen, a thinner chassis, and a heavy emphasis on system-level AI features. However, these hardware and

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Nvidia's first Windows on Arm GeForce driver confirms RTX Spark configurations

Nvidia has published its first native GeForce driver for Windows on Arm, and buried inside it confirms two RTX Spark configurations: a 6,144-core Blackwell GPU with a 20-core CPU, and a smaller 5,120-core variant with 18 cores, both support

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What Makes Chainsaw Bar Oil So Different From Motor Oil?

The difference between bar and motor oil comes down to their composition. Each one is designed for a specific purpose, though substitutes can sometimes work.

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Steam Deck sales are going off a cliff but you shouldn't be buying one right now anyway

Steam Deck sales are cratering, but this should be absolutely no surprise given the current climate and the aging hardware. There's a better handheld to buy.

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Massive Mac overhaul expected to begin this fall–here’s what’s coming

Macworld While the world waits for new iPhones to land in just a couple of months, Apple is quietly preparing major changes to its lineup of Macs and MacBooks. According to a new Bloomberg report, Apple is prepping new versions of “every Ma

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OnePlus 15 Now Available at Giztop for a Discounted Price

OnePlus 15 is now available at a discounted price on Giztop, making it a compelling option for anyone looking for a flagship Android smartphone. Packed with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a vibrant 6.78-inch LTPO disp

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch Series 9 hands-on review

Introduction In keeping with its usual historic timeframe, Samsung just unveiled its latest crop of foldable smartphones. These include the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, which, confusingly-enough is directly succeeding the Z Fold7, the Z Fold8 - wh

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Touchscreen MacBook Pro Rumours: Release date, OLED, specs and latest leaks

Macworld The touchscreen MacBook Pro has been the subject of speculation ever since Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman first reported in 2023 that Apple was exploring the idea. At the time, the claim seemed hard to believe given Apple’s long-standing

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Xbox brings back compat to Windows: Microsoft pledges 4 games on PC for the first time, soon with achievements — with more to come

Conker, Crimson Skies, Fuzion Frenzy, and Blinx head to Xbox PC for the first time, soon with Xbox achievements, and more are on the way.

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Mac Studio M5 (2026): Release date, rumors and the impact of RAM shortages

Macworld The Mac Studio, originally released in 2022, has become Apple’s premier desktop for professional users, effectively replacing the now-discontinued Mac Pro for the vast majority of workflows. Designed for high-end workloads, the Mac

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The Newest Ride In Shaq's Collection Is A '60s Impala (And It Sails On Water)

Shaq is no stranger to custom vehicles, but his new '60s Impala may be one of the craziest ones yet - primarily because it actually sails on water.

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Samsung unveils AI smart glasses powered by Android XR

The Galaxy XR headset is great for gaming and professional uses, but it is not something that you will want to wear while you are out and about. Instead, you might put on the new smart glasses that Samsung unveiled at its Galaxy Unpacked ev

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Free Copilot is turning into a demo as Microsoft shifts real features to paid tiers

Microsoft is shifting key Copilot features, including Deep Research, behind paid subscriptions. Here is why the free version of Copilot is starting to feel like a glorified demo.

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Nvidia says Sega’s $5 million Dreamcast‑era investment saved the company, and 30 years later the partnership is coming full circle

I always love hearing stories from the early days of massive companies like NVIDIA, and this one from CEO Jensen Huang makes me wonder what the video gaming world would look like if Sega hadn't invested despite a botched Dreamcast GPU.

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Google scrubbed it, but Bing kept the receipts that show where LeBron James may play next season

A private video on the Miami Heat's YouTube channel titled "LeBron James Introductory Press Conference" was scrubbed quickly, but Bing still indexed the link.The indexed video caused speculation about the superstar's plans.

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Svbony SVGo M3 Review: A Tiny Action Camera That Gets the Basics Right

Have you ever heard of the brand Svbony? Probably not. There is a very simple reason for that. You are likely not into astronomy. You probably do not spend your weekends tracking rare birds through a spotting scope. In those specific groups

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Three Xiaomi Devices Just Cleared Certification — Including a Surprise New Foldable

Three significant Xiaomi certifications landed in a single day. Thailand's NBTC authority cleared global variants of the Redmi Note 17 and a brand-new model: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — a device that didn't exist in the China lineup and has

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Realme GT 9 and Neo 9 Are Not Coming This Year — and China Is Being Abandoned

The BBK Electronics restructuring is moving faster than expected. One week after OnePlus announced it was exiting Europe and North America, Realme is now delivering its own bombshell: production of all Realme smartphones for the Chinese mar

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Steam Deck Sales Reportedly Drop 82% After Valve Price Increase

Valve's recent Steam Deck price increase may be having a much bigger impact than expected. According to an analysis published by Boiling Steam, weekly sales of the popular handheld gaming PC have dropped dramatically since the new pricing t

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Microsoft is finally modernizing Windows 11's decades-old File Explorer properties window with a new UI

The first signs of a completely modernized File Properties window using WinUI are hidden in the latest Windows 11 preview builds.

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MEGA65 in 2026: The Ultimate Commodore Machine?

The MEGA65 began as a modern recreation of Commodore’s unreleased C65, but in 2026 it is becoming something much bigger.

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Summer exams can be brutal, but this Intel Core Ultra 7 laptop with 16GB will help you survive them with A+ grades — and at a 38% discount to boot

Best Buy's ongoing Back to School sale brings a 38% discount to the 16-inch display configuration of the HP OmniBook X Flip laptop, which we highly recommend for any aspiring student looking for ways to help improve their homework due to it

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Xteink X4 Pro now available for $99 (Pocket-sized eReader with a 4.3 inch touchscreen, frontlit display)

The Xteink X4 Pro is a pocket-sized eBook reader with a 4.3 inch E Ink display that makes it much smaller than most Kindle, Kobo, or other devices. In fact, it’s so small that Xteink markets it as a device that you can snap magnetically to

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Light Flip is a flip phone with minimalist design and features (plus a keypad and T9 predictive text)

The Light Flip is an upcoming cellphone that looks like an artifact from an alternate timeline where smartphones never took off. It has a class flip-phone design with a small screen on top and a number pad on bottom. And there’s a notificat

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OxygenOS Is Dead — Here's Every OnePlus Device Getting ColorOS 17

OnePlus shut down operations in most global markets last week. The software story that follows is now official: OxygenOS is being retired entirely, and ColorOS 17 will replace it on every eligible OnePlus device. The company posted the news

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Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Are Confirmed — Here's Everything Evan Blass Just Leaked

Two days before Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked in London, the full picture on both new Galaxy watches arrived courtesy of leaker Evan Blass. Official-looking promo images, confirmed specs, colors — the July 22 event is now a formality rather tha

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Xiaomi Raises 2026 Smartphone Shipment Target to 110 Million Units

Xiaomi is reportedly becoming more optimistic about the smartphone market in 2026. According to a new report, the company has increased its annual smartphone shipment target from 90 million units to 110 million units. The revised goal refle

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Acer Predator Atlas 8 Handheld Console Has Its Price Confirmed Ahead of UK Launch

Acer has officially revealed the UK price for its upcoming Acer Predator Atlas 8 handheld gaming console. The premium gaming device will start at £999.99, including taxes, placing it among the most expensive handheld gaming PCs on the marke

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Microsoft Says It Can't Fully Fix Windows 11 Secure Boot Issues on Older PCs

With the official death of Windows 10, Microsoft is pushing Windows 11 through the masses. However, it still has some limitations in supporting older hardware. Microsoft has confirmed that it cannot completely fix the Secure Boot compatibil

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Gaming on The Subway Menu Computers

yeah we gaming on the sandwich gaming machines

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Hisense A10 is an E Ink smartphone with a detachable LCD screen on the back

Just days after Bigme launched a crowdfunding campaign for a dual-screen smartphone with an E Ink display on one side and an LCD display on the other, Hisense has introduced a phone with similar features. But there’s one key thing that sets

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These Xiaomi flagships are getting (now) the new HyperOS with Android 17

Major Android updates rarely land without endless delays, yet software surprises still happen when you least expect them. Smartphone owners often brace themselves for month-long wait times (like Xiaomi or Samsung), expecting flagship device

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Samsung Is Making More Wide Foldables Than Any Other Model

Two days before Galaxy Unpacked in London, the supply chain has spoken. According to ETNews, Samsung has set its Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide production target at 2.8 million units — higher than both the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra at 2 million and the Gal

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Vivo X300 E Is Official: Launches July 27 With 7,200mAh Battery and Zeiss Triple Cameras

Vivo has confirmed it. The X300 E is real, it's coming July 27 in China, and pre-orders are already live on vivo's official store. After months of leaks — starting with a database appearance back in February — the phone finally has a launch

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Redmi 17 4G Hits EPREL: 73-Hour Battery Life, 7,500mAh, and 45W Charging Confirmed

The EU's EPREL product registry just handed us the most important Redmi 17 4G numbers before Xiaomi got the chance to announce them officially. Battery capacity: 7,500mAh. Fast charging: 45W. Claimed endurance on a full charge: 73 hours and

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Android Lockscreen Bug Lets Gemini Send Texts Without Your PIN

Here's an uncomfortable one. A security researcher discovered that Gemini — running on the Android lockscreen — can be tricked into sending SMS messages without asking for your PIN. The vulnerability has apparently been known to Google sinc

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Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions get (even) more expensive

The last price hike was October 2022. That's nearly four years of holding the line — now over. Apple's official statement is straightforward: rising licensing costs. This is the same explanation given every time a music streaming service ra

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Vivo Is Developing AI Glasses as It Expands Beyond Smartphones

Vivo is preparing to enter the growing market for AI-powered wearables. According to new reports, the company has officially started research and development on AI glasses, marking another step in its efforts to build a larger ecosystem bey

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Lilbits: Goodbye OnePlus, Hello Xteink X4 Pro and a Game Boy Advance lookalike from AYANEO

A year and a half after launch, the MeLE QuieterDL fanless mini PC is getting a modest processor spec bump… and a big price increase. More than a decade after entering the global smartphone market, OnePlus is pulling back. And at a time whe

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REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a $699 gaming tablet with a 185 Hz OLED display and liquid cooling

REDMAGIC’s latest gaming tablet features a 9.06 inch, 2.4K OLED display with a 185 Hz refresh rate, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, support for up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, and an active liquid cooling system. After

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Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a $400 Android tablet with a 12.1 inch screen and a BIG speaker

The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is an Android tablet that’s clearly made for media consumption. It has a 12.1 inch, 2560 x 1600 pixel, 120 Hz display with up to 800 nits brightness and support for Dolby Vision and HDR 10. And there’s also a massi

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Lilbits: Steam Deck LCD spare parts, the Asus ROG Ally X20 will be available without AR glasses, and 3rd-party app stores are coming to the Google Play Store

I’m resisting the urge to start this post with a “yo dawg” meme, but Google is about to start putting app stores inside its app store, as the company gives up on its quest to modify a court order that stopped the company from blocking devel

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We Tested Linux VS Win 11 - One Huge Catch!? It SHOULDN’T work this well

For decades, PC gaming meant Windows. No choice, no debate. But in 2026, Windows 10 is dead(ish), Windows 11 keeps getting heavier, and Linux gaming is better than it's ever been.

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I Revived MSN Messenger and Its Forgotten Companion Gadget!

MSN Messenger used to be the way people talked online in the 2000s… but it's long gone since 2013. Today I tried to bring it back to life.

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MS-03 Hands On First Look! Desktop GPU Power in a Mini PC

In this first look, we are taking the all-new Minisforum MS-03 Mini Workstation and transforming it into a custom, small form factor Steam Machine. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, this mini PC features 16 cores, 16 threads, and a hidden superpower: a full-size, internal PCIe 5.0 x8 slot.

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2006 Cyberdeck Running Modern Linux

Running Debian 12 on a 2006 Sony VAIO UX.

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Lilbits: Punkt MC03 Google-free Android phone now shipping, AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 goes up for pre-order (again)

Earlier this year, Punkt introduced a new smartphone with a privacy-focused, Google-free, Android-based operating system called AphyOS. Now it’s shipping. And last month, AYANEO launched a pocket-sized handheld game console… which sold out

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Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 smartphone with E Ink and LCD screens hits Kickstarter for $599 and up

The Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 is a smartphone with a 6.13 inch E Ink display. It’s also a phone with a 5 inch LCD display on the other side. In other words, you get all the benefits of E Ink (high contrast, low power consumption, sunlight visibl

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Crowdfunding begins for Open Book Touch, an open source eReader

The Open Book Touch is an eBook reader with a small, front-lit E ink display, a microSD card slot for storage, and support for EPUB and TXT files. But what really makes it different from most eReaders is that it’s a fully open source device

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REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!

In this Video I show my version of 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy color and GameBoy

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MINISFORUM MS-03 is a compact Panther Lake PC with 10 Gigabit LAN and a PCIe slot

Chinese mini PC maker MINISFORUM unveiled its first mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) “Panther Lake” processor during CES: the upcoming MINISFORUM M2 Pro is a small computer with support for up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H proce

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Asus ROG GR70 is a small, powerful, and expensive gaming PC

The Asus ROG GR70 is a mini PC with the guts of a high-performance gaming laptop including support for up to an AMD Ryzen 9 995HX3D processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mobile graphics. And the system supports up to 96GB of DDR5-5600 memor

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Nothing Phone 4b Review | What's Changed vs 4a?

Reviewing the Nothing Phone 4b after using as my full-time smartphone for a week. I've thoroughly tested the camera tech, battery life, gaming performance etc, so here's how the Nothing Phone 4b compares vs the 4a, and which is worth your money. Also includes bonus unboxing!

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Lilbits: Flipper Zero’s firmware future, a new Linux gaming laptop, an E Ink monitor, and AMD’s pricey Ryzen Halo mini PC

Shortly after launching a new thin and light Linux laptop with an Intel Panther Lake processor, Linux PC company System76 is preparing to launch… another notebook that could be described the same way. But the updated System76 Adder Pro also

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I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone!

I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone! Most people would throw away a phone with a broken screen, but I wanted to see if it could become something completely different. In this video, I turn a damaged smartphone into a fully working DIY Tablet, using recycled parts, a larger display, and a lot of experimentation.

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PocketMage PDA with E Ink screen and QWERTY keyboard hits crowdfunding for $185 and up

The PocketMage PDA is a pocket-sized gadget that looks a bit like a tiny laptop. It has a clamshell design featuring a 3.1 inch E Ink display on top and a QWERTY keyboard for thumb typing, along with a smaller 1.8 inch OLED secondary screen

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The PlayStation Was Capable of This All Along?

Can you really upgrade the original PlayStation from just 2MB of RAM to 16MB? In this video, we install an incredible new PS1 16MB RAM mod created by TunerTom, explore how it works, test it on real hardware, and see what kinds of new possibilities it unlocks for PlayStation homebrew, game ports, and future hardware upgrades. We also take a look at examples like to see how additional memory can be put to use.

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Memory is too expensive so I made my own

I may have gone a bit overboard... well... 64 bits overboard actually.

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Beelink launches EQi Wildcat Lake mini PC for $509 and up

The Beelink EQi is a mini PC that sort of blurs the lines between a budget and premium device. It has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, multiple storage options, an integrated 85W power supply, and two LAN ports: one with support for 10 Gigabit spee

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GMK EVO-X3 with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128GB RAM now available for $3600 and up

The GMK EVO-X3 is a slim desktop computer that packs a lot of power into a compact design. With an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor featuring Radeon 8060S discrete-class graphics, 128GB of RAM with 256GB/s bandwidth, and a robust set of port

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MacBook Neo vs. Air vs. Pro (Lab Tested)

PhoneBuff on YouTube

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Sanctuary is a simple jailbreak tool for (some) Kindle devices

Amazon’s Kindle eReaders are primarily made for reading eBooks purchased from Amazon, although you can also use them to read media borrowed for free from libraries, or DRM-free content from other sources. But if you want to read eBooks in u

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AOOSTAR GODY is a small gaming PC with better-than Steam Machine graphics and $849 starting price (for a barebones model)

The AOOSTAR GODY is a small desktop computer with the specs of a decent gaming laptop (from a few years ago). Inside its 200 x 193 x 80mm (7.9″ x 7.6″ x 3.1″) chassis, the computer houses a 55-watt AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, 16-core, 32-thread Dra

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Amazon quietly launches Fire HD 10 tablet with 4GB of RAM

Amazon hasn’t released a new Fire tablet since 2024, when the company launched the latest Fire HD 8. But, as spotted by AFTVNews, the company recently launched a new version of an existing tablet with a slight upgrade. You can now pick up a

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