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Why This One Feature Is Often Found In Studio Headphones With Better Audio Quality

When you're seriously shopping for superior audio on high-end headphones, you're going to be drowned in specs, but one in particular shows up a lot.

Polymarket reportedly paid creators to post deceptive videos about fake bets

Many of those videos were reportedly filmed on “near-perfect copies” of the Polymarket website, while featuring trades and winnings that were not real.

Most Linux gamers only hear about Bazzite, but a traditional distro might be the better fit

Bazzite is a great recommendation, but it shouldn't be the only one

Now is the perfect time to upgrade. [Video]

Things have changed.

This RTX 5070 gaming laptop with 32GB RAM is now 25% off

Deal | The Acer Predator Helios Neo is a comparatively affordable mid-range gaming laptop with decent specs including an RTX 5070, a 1600p IPS screen and a respectable amount of memory and storage. Thanks to a $500 discount, this 16-inch la

‘Toy Story 5’ Almost Made Its Emotional Moment More Real

You're *shocked*, surely, but Pixar had an idea for how to make you cry even harder during 'Toy Story 5.'

Why Did Apple Stop Using Stainless Steel For iPhones?

Apple stopped using stainless steel coverings with the release of the iPhone 15 in 2023. Here's why the company made the change and what it used instead.

Most smartphone brands dropped this feature years ago, and I don't think even Google One can replace it

I didn't notice anything was missing until I actually needed it

AI Has Broken Hiring

Article URL: https://hbr.org/2026/06/ai-has-broken-hiring-heres-how-to-fix-it Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48620142 Points: 11 # Comments: 6

Apple reportedly decides on a release date for its smart glasses

When will you be able to get Apple's smart glasses? Insider Mark Gurman has a clue.

Code duplication is far cheaper than the wrong abstraction

Article URL: https://sandimetz.com/blog/2016/1/20/the-wrong-abstraction Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48620090 Points: 39 # Comments: 11

Study finds people are starting to fear sounding like AI — here's what to avoid so you don't suffer the same fate

Writers and creators now frequently simplify their work so that it doesn’t sound ‘too AI’ – many would stop supporting others if they used undisclosed AI.

10 Foldable Gadgets That Are Perfect For Travel

Stop wrestling with bulky gear. We found the ultimate space-saving electronics and accessories that real flyers love. Pack lighter, travel smarter.

I've kept the same AMD motherboard for years while Intel buyers bought three, and the math isn't close

Intel can't make up its mind about their motherboards, and consumers keep paying the price

The Garmin Forerunner 170 was found to be extremely accurate during my treadmill test — despite packing Garmin's older heart rate sensing technology

Garmin Forerunner 170 Music vs Polar H10: here are the results

NASA's Perseverance rover has traveled the distance of a marathon on Mars

It did so in just five years.

Google Pixel's Hidden Smart Feature Can Save Your Battery Life

One task that smartphone users have in common is the everlasting battle with conserving battery life so they don't need to rush to a charger.

(How to Write a (Lisp) Interpreter (In Python))

Article URL: https://norvig.com/lispy.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48619831 Points: 38 # Comments: 16

Redmi Turbo 5 and Sharp Aquos R11, DJI Osmo Pocket 4P official, Week 25 in review

Welcome to another week's recap. Sharp has announced the Aquos R11, its latest flagship, with the headline upgrade being a new 38.5MP telephoto camera offering 2.8x optical zoom. The phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipse

I used Sunshine and Moonlight to build my own cloud gaming setup, and I don’t need GeForce Now anymore

Turns out, you can own things and be happy

When the Trump administration cracks down on Anthropic, who benefits?

On the new episode of Equity, we discussed what actually prompted the administration's latest moves against Anthropic, and what this might mean for the AI ecosystem.

4 Vintage Pieces Of Audio Gear That Are In High Demand Today

Some classic hi-fi components now sell for thousands on the second-hand market; these are the vintage audio gear favourites buyers can't get enough of.

I forced myself to use Android's built-in focus mode to stop checking social apps

Going cold turkey has never been easier

The ThinkPad, ThinkPad - Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7 (2026)

Video | Our individual configuration of Lenovo's 2026 upgrade for its bread-and-butter 14" business laptop might not seem particularly impressive, especially when it comes to performance, but it still proves that the overall platform of the

Your handheld's 75 FPS isn't real, and that's why aiming feels broken

Upscaling is actually making your handheld feel worse.

RIP Nest Mini – The Google Home Speaker isn’t a replacement, but hopefully the start of a new era

The Google Home Speaker finally has a release date and, with it, Google has also ended its long-running and mega-hit Nest Mini speaker. It leaves the lineup in a weird place, as Google has a product that doesn’t replace anything it had befo

Wearable jacket turns air into 900 mL of drinking water daily

Engineers have developed a wearable jacket that can harvest moisture from the air and produce up to 900 milliliters of clean drinking water per day, offering a potential lifeline for hikers, field workers and emergency responders in areas d

From waste to fuel: New method transforms used ground coffee into high-quality fuel in 90 seconds

Researchers have developed a novel process that converts wet spent coffee grounds into high-quality biochar in just 90 seconds. The method could turn millions of tons of coffee waste into renewable fuel and valuable carbon materials for dec

SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Just Had Its Invisible Pollution Studied For The First Time Ever

When it comes to clean tech, launching rockets into space by burning chemical fuel is not on the list, but we've only just begun studying their impact.

HMD Luma2 surfaces with renders and key specs: 6000mAh battery, 6.75″ HD+ 120Hz display

Only four months after the launch of the HMD Luma 4G, its successor has already surfaced online with renders and key specifications. According to reliable tipster smashx_60, the HMD Luma2 comes with a big 6.75-inch HD+ IPS LCD with a smooth

Fossil Fuels Are 40% of Freight Shipping Tonnage, but Half Its Fuel Use

Article URL: https://cleantechnica.com/2026/06/16/shipping-freight-energy-fossil-cargo/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48619394 Points: 44 # Comments: 26

Beyond Siri: Here are the practical AI features coming to your iPhone in iOS 27

Siri’s AI overhaul may have grabbed the headlines at WWDC, but some of Apple’s most useful AI features are arriving elsewhere in iOS 27.

Believe It: ‘Naruto’ Gets In On the Anime Trading Card Game Craze

For the first time in over a decade, 'Naruto' is going back to trading cards for an all-new competitive game.

I replaced three Docker containers with one, and my networking stack finally stopped feeling heavy

Fewer pieces, fewer things to fix at 2am.

That viral clip you saw of someone winning big on Polymarket was probably fake

According to a Wall Street Journal investigation, Polymarket has been paying people to film themselves placing fake bets and celebrating fake wins on social media. WSJ identified over 1,100 deceptive clips and talked to creators who, despit

AYN Odin 3 and Retroid Pocket 6 get new software updates

Seeing as Anbernic has been pushing out updates to its handhelds, AYN and Thor have now released OTA updates for their devices, the Odin 3 and Pocket 6, respectively. The updates bring a handful of bug fixes to both devices, but the Pocket

AryStinger botnet infected thousands of D-Link routers worldwide

A previously undocumented malware botnet named AryStinger has compromised more than 4,000 outdated routers to turn them into proxies for malicious traffic. [...]

Who Owns Your ATProto Identity? Hint: It's Probably Not You

Article URL: https://kevinak.se/blog/who-actually-owns-your-atproto-identity-hint-its-probably-not-you Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48619140 Points: 91 # Comments: 80

Ugreen's new NAS trades CPU appeal for the hardware I actually want in a NAS

The new Ugreen NAS devices change focus towards high-speed networking.

Govee Outdoor Chromatic String Lights Review: A Colorful Way to (Kind of) Light Your Patio

Love sticking pretty lights in your patio? Govee’s lights are an easy, but very spendy way to do it.

5 travel photography essentials this summer — take stunning snaps on your next vacation

Don't leave home without these five travel photography essentials if you're going on vacation this summer

5 things to buy now before the RAM crisis worsens — from affordable SSDs to price hike-beating MacBooks

Here's what I'd advise you to consider buying now ahead of likely price hikes, especially if you can get a decent deal.

Premium Bose SoundLink Max plunges to its best price just ahead of Prime Day

This Bose speaker rarely goes on sale, by the way.

Do Modern OLED Screens Still Suffer From Burn-In?

OLED is great for displaying vivid colors and deep blacks, but older screens faced harsh burn-in issues. How big of a problem is burn-in today?

The Rogue V4 shows Razer growing up: a backpack that balances durability, comfort, and style without leaning on loud gamer aesthetics

I thought a $110 bag was a bit ridiculous. Then Razer’s hyper-engineered Rogue V4 converted me.

I disabled these 7 background services to boost Windows performance

These are services I can safely disable to make Windows more responsive.

Sleeping on Apple's new show because you don't like detectives? Trust me — Sugar's twist is hiding something completely different

Find out about its hidden genre

Halo: Campaign Evolved is shaping up to be something special, but I can’t shake the feeling that key features are being left behind

Despite gorgeous Unreal Engine 5 visuals, Halo: Campaign Evolved drops iconic features like scoring and community tools with no post-launch updates planned.

Windows Sandbox does more than contain sketchy apps, and I've run entire projects inside it

Windows Sandbox isn't just for malware testing

Subscription gaming is inching toward a world where players own nothing at all

Anti-piracy DRM solutions like Denuvo don't do a great job at stopping illegal sharing, and the gaming industry is surely looking at alternatives. Rather than technological, I think the answer is contractual. I break down the history of gam

Microsoft buried its best Surface hardware in years through a quiet series of press releases

By quietly announcing six Surface devices through a trickle of press releases, Microsoft starved its innovative new PCs of any buzz.

“Our goal is simple”: Xbox unveils major push to simplify Unreal Engine development

Xbox launches new Unreal Engine 5.8 plugins to strip away development friction and pave the way for Project Helix.

Study Reveals Exploit That Lets Your Browsing History Be Spied On Using Your SSD

You can minimize the degree to which your browser spies on you, but potential hackers can use your own SSD against you and learn your internet habits.

Homarr is packed with features, but Glance is what I actually use on my home servers

Homarr dashboard and its advanced integrations are great, but Glance reigns supreme on my home servers due to these features.

I resurrected a dead Android tablet with this unique third-party launcher

I dug my old Galaxy Tab S7+ out of a drawer, and a new launcher fixed it

Microsoft acknowledges a Windows 11 bug affecting the Recycle Bin, and 'fed up' users think AI coding is to blame

If you're seeing issues when deleting files from the Recycle Bin, you're not alone — here's what's happening.

How Roomba started a robot revolution

If you had a Roomba, especially in the early days of the robot vacuum, it was in many ways a fairly unsophisticated machine. It would just bump around your house, looking for something to suck up, until its battery died or its (way too smal

5 Common Problems With Apple TV

The Apple TV is a great streaming device until something goes wrong. Five problems come up more than others, but most have straightforward fixes.

Gemini Live is the travel assistant I didn't know I needed

The smartest travel upgrade on my phone

David Ahl's Basic Computer Games Ported to C

Article URL: https://github.com/proteanthread/bcg Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48618226 Points: 39 # Comments: 18

Your NAS needs more RAM than you think

Especially if you're running ZFS-powered NAS distros

7 hidden Gemini assistant features that organized my chaotic work tasks

These Gemini capabilities have improved my productivity

Electric air taxis are stuck in the courtroom

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on aviation, air taxis, and Wi-Fi speeds at 30,000 feet, follow Andrew J. Hawkins. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on

Garmin feature unreliable? 4-minute gap sparks debate on psychology and performance

With its smartwatches, Garmin clearly targets ambitious athletes who follow structured training plans. There's currently a lively discussion about the accuracy of race time predictions - with users sharing a wide range of experiences and pr

China's Own Graphics Cards Simply Can't Compete With New Nvidia GPUs In Tests

Can a low-cost GPU deliver high performance? One Chinese company believes so - a recent review of their product, however, suggests otherwise.

Beyond All Reason (Free Total Annihilation Inspired RTS)

Article URL: https://www.beyondallreason.info Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48617990 Points: 265 # Comments: 129

Resident Evil Veronica remake surpasses 1 million wishlists

Resident Evil: Veronica hits a massive 1 million wishlist milestone across Steam and PS5 in record time, proving immense demand for the 2027 survival horror title.

Lenovo ThinkTab X11 offers a level of repairability unmatched by almost any other tablet

Thanks to its excellent repairability, the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is especially attractive to users who value long‑term durability. Lenovo supports the mid‑range Android tablet with a self‑repair manual, a full parts catalogue, and dedicated so

Casio launches four gold-accented Bold Camo G-Shock watches in the US

Casio is releasing four new G-Shock watches in the US market as part of its new Bold Camo series. The collection originally launched earlier this month in Japan, which received a broader six-model lineup, but the US release is limited to fo

Wooting 60HE v2: Peak Keyboard Perfection

Wooting’s 60HE v2 isn’t just a terrific Hall Effect keyboard. It’s a fantastic keyboard period.

Why I left my favorite podcast player for YouTube Music on Android

YouTube Music finally has my full attention

Sony’s Xperia 1 VIII is still a phone for the fans

The Xperia 1 VIII marks an attempt at a step change for Sony's flagship phone line. Not only has it had an aesthetic overhaul, but Sony has also revamped the camera system, dropping the continuous optical zoom telephoto that's defined the l

‘The defining divide in enterprise software over the next five years will be between companies that rent intelligence versus companies that own it’: Enterprise AI is becoming increasingly distributed

InstaLILY CEO Amit Shah says future enterprise success relies on owning intelligence more than renting models from hyperscalers.

Should You Buy A PlayStation 5 Now Or Wait For The PS6?

There's a good chance that Sony won't launch the PlayStation 6 until after 2028, but it sure would be nice if fans were given a definitive date.

UGREEN HiTune S6 Pro Debuts With Spatial Audio and Open-Ear Design at a Budget Price

UGREEN has officially launched its new HiTune S6 Pro clip-on Bluetooth earphones in China. The new wireless earbuds are priced at 199 yuan and are currently available in a Starlight Silver color option. The product targets users who prefer

The Best NAS Devices for Your Home After Months of Testing

Network-attached storage (NAS) provides accessible shared space on your home network. After testing, these are my favorite NAS devices.

28 Tips to Take Your ChatGPT Prompts to the Next Level

Sure, anyone can use OpenAI’s chatbot. But with smart engineering, you can get way more interesting results.

Waveshare shows compact portable touchscreen display with battery, also for smart home use

A compact system with numerous possibilities: The ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-1.85B features a round display that can showcase various types of data and, in principle, can also serve as a smart display. The device is not particularly expensive.

The Most Stylish Feature Phones You Can Buy in June 2026

We are halfway through 2026, and the trend of stepping away from smartphones is still going strong. People are increasingly looking for ways to cut down on screen time, but that doesn’t mean they want to carry around a clunky, poorly design

Loved by 93% of players, this medieval city builder is 50% off on Steam

Deal | Kingdoms and Castles is a city builder set in the Middle Ages, where the goal is to develop your city and face numerous dangers. But to become the most powerful, you'll need to master several game mechanics.

2 Cool Features To Use With Samsung Galaxy's Smart View

Samsung Galaxy's Smart View is more than screen mirroring. The feature has a couple of cool tricks you should try. Here's what they are and how to use them.

I stopped hitting cloud storage limits for good by changing this Google Photos option

I wish I had knew it sooner

Buying a Used iPhone Makes More Sense Than Ever

With Apple raising prices soon, you can save a lot of money by buying a used handset or upgrading an older device—safe in the knowledge that it'll last longer than ever.

Oppo Reno 16 series official teasers hint at devices

Oppo is gearing up to launch the Reno 16 lineup in multiple markets, including Europe and Southeast Asia. Teasers for the series have also appeared in India through the company’s official website, Flipkart, and Amazon. These listings indica

Tesla Faces A Potential Challenge From A Robotaxi Manufacturer In China

The global race for autonomous driving dominance is still in first gear, but Tesla may be facing a driverless reality check from a Chinese EV maker.

5 Things You Probably Didn't Know Your Apple HomePod Could Do

It turns out your Apple HomePod can go far beyond its basic smart speaker functions, offering up a whole host of added capabilities worth checking out.

Yet Another Piece of AI-Pilled Speculative Fiction Has Gone Dangerously Viral

It's a trend that urgently needs to die.

A Critical Deadline Is Approaching for Windows and Linux Security

The cryptographic keys that secure your computer's boot sequence will start to expire on June 24. Here's what that means for you.

Free audiobooks, groceries, gift cards, and more — Prime members can already score $555 in free perks this week

You don't even have to spend a cent to get extra value out of your subscription this Prime Day.

‘The companies that will not respond, will not align with those requirements, will have difficulties in the European market’: Zscaler’s Casper Klynge on the question of European sovereignty, the transatlantic relationship, and the future of AI

Zscaler’s Casper Klynge on the question of sovereignty, the US, and the future of AI

Motorola Edge 70 Pro in for review

This is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro. It launched back in April, and it costs €540 with 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Depending on the location, there are a few Pantone colors to choose from: Titan, Zinfandel, Lily White, and Tea. In the bo

Google Hits 50% IPv6

Article URL: https://blog.apnic.net/2026/04/28/google-hits-50-ipv6/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48616800 Points: 324 # Comments: 314

'Simply being aware is no longer sufficient protection' — Security experts warn of AI-boosted scam campaigns that can trick even the smartest victims

AI-powered scams are tricking victims faster than ever, with many losing money within minutes through convincing fake identities.

A 3D voxel game engine written in APL

Article URL: https://github.com/namgyaaal/avoxelgame Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48616713 Points: 112 # Comments: 9

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 hit their lowest price in a unicorn-rare early Prime Day deal

This is the first time in 2026 that these workout earbuds are available at such a steep discount.

Pokémon Champions just made its Android and iOS debut, and there’s two Mega reasons you need to log in and play it now

Pokémon Champions was great on my Nintendo Switch 2, but the iOS and Android version is better.

Oppo Find N7 Wide to sport horizontal camera design, crease-free display

Foldable smartphones are entering a new phase, with several brands preparing wider-format devices to compete in the premium segment. While Samsung is expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide in July, Chinese smartphone makers are also

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 8 launch globally as budget earbuds with ANC and LHDC

Xiaomi is now launching new, affordable wireless earbuds in markets outside Asia. The Redmi Buds 8 feature ANC and are designed to support high-quality wireless audio transmission.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 redesign but no Galaxy Watch 9 Classic claims leak

A leaker is providing some clues about the colors and design aspects of the next Samsung smartwatches, which are expected to be unveiled one month from now at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. In addition to some render images hinting at

Lenovo Launches ThinkPad P16s (2026) Workstation Laptop

Lenovo has officially introduced the new ThinkPad P16s (2026), a professional workstation laptop designed for engineers, creators, and business users. The laptop is now listed on JD.com in China, with several configurations already availabl

Unpatchable vulnerability discovered on several older iPhones, iPads, and three Apple Watch models

Security researchers just dropped news of a pretty serious hardware vulnerability in some older Apple chips. It affects a bunch of still-popular iPhones, iPads, and other devices, and unfortunately, there’s no software fix possible. The sec

Entry-level Intel Wildcat Lake CPU posts PassMark scores close to MacBook Neo's A18 Pro

The Intel Core 3 304 has been spotted on Passmark, and its benchmark scores are close to those of the Apple A18 Pro in the MacBook Neo.

After testing Dreo’s new smart misting fan, I couldn’t imagine my life without it — here’s why

I tested a mess-free smart misting fan with powerful yet quiet performance and a budget-friendly price — here’s why it’s a must-have device for the summer.

Google Pixel 8, 9, and 10 series users report touch, 5G, and Wi-Fi connectivity issues after Android 17 update

Google just dropped Android 17 in mid-June 2026, and it started rolling out to Pixel phones with all sorts of promises: better performance, new AI features, and smoother everything. For a lot of people, though, the excitement didn’t last lo

Weekly poll: what device do you use for gaming? A smartphone, tablet, PC or console?

The gaming market has had a rough go of it this decade – first COVID slowed down the rollout of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, then the crypto boom vacuumed up available GPUs, now AI has made RAM chips the new gold. This has led to sm

Latest version of Google Messages comes with useful feature we've seen tested before

Back in January and in March, we saw Google testing this new feature that is finally here.

Asus ROG Ally X - Reviews and Specs

This page provides reviews and specifications about the Asus ROG Ally X of the series ROG Ally.

Building reliable agentic AI systems

Article URL: https://martinfowler.com/articles/reliable-llm-bayer.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48615680 Points: 155 # Comments: 36

The 4 turntables they really want on Graduation Day — or for their new apartment — as picked by an audio editor

I test audio kit for a living, and any of this quartet is the right choice for a graduation gift — see my picks for traditional hi-fi setups, Bluetooth streaming or even Sonos compatibility

How Long Do IPS Monitors Typically Last?

IPS monitors have been around for decades and still have a strong following, partly because of their longevity. Here's how long an IPS monitor can last.

Not TP-Link, Not Netgear: This Wi-Fi Router Gets Consumer Reports Top Rating

In the market for a single-unit Wi-Fi router? Forget the usual names - Consumer Reports says that this is the product that everyone should be buying.

Affordable Nothing CMF Phone falls victim to DRAM crisis

Last year, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro offered a 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP telephoto camera and a Dimensity 7300 Pro for $279. Due to the DRAM crisis, Nothing now has to remove this model from its lineup and put its successor on hold.

Lenovo releases new 16-inch ThinkPad with 64 GB LPCAMM2 RAM and 1,500 nit OLED display

Lenovo has started selling a new 16-inch ThinkPad internationally. equipped with Intel Panther Lake processors and a 90 Wh battery, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 also contains LPCAMM2 RAM, dual SSD slots and an optional Tandem OLED display that com

Developers don't understand CORS (2019)

Article URL: https://fosterelli.co/developers-dont-understand-cors Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48614844 Points: 289 # Comments: 232

Weekly poll results: iOS 27 is okay, just okay

iOS 27 was met with a resounding “it’s okay” in last week’s poll. Okay, the sentiment among iPhone users actually leans towards positive, but most voters couldn’t work up enough enthusiasm for it to pick the “love it” option. To be fair, th

How to watch Tunisia vs Japan: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026

Here's how to watch Tunisia vs Japan for free online and from anywhere as the Samurai Blue seek a crucial victory to reach the World Cup 2026 knockout stage.

GPD debuts mini PC with a 25W Core Ultra X7 358H CPU with an iGPU that's almost as fast as the 3050M — but shame about the GPIO snub

GPD’s Panther Lake Mini PC combines powerful Arc B390 graphics with high-speed connectivity, though the X7 model loses MCIO expansion.

‘A better price for the same performance’: I reviewed Sonos’ cheaper Era 100 SL wireless speaker, and was shocked at how few concessions were made to make this a bargain

Sonos’s cheaper Era 100 makes no sonic sacrifices — although some users might find themselves missing out on a few nice-to-have features.

‘Like having the orchestra pit spread out in front of you’: I reviewed Sennheiser’s Momentum 5 headphones, and I was wowed by their epic soundstage — but their weaker treble requires a bit of tweaking

Crammed with clever features, a long-lived battery and a wide soundstage, the Sennheiser Momentum 5 are very capable — but their default tuning requires a bit of polish to get the best results.

Xbox Handheld logo appears, as a portable new console could join Project Helix

A fan spotted an unfamiliar Xbox Handheld logo on official game sites, including Gears of War: E-Day. The graphic may signal that a title runs smoothly on a Windows gaming handheld. Or it will become essential to a rumored new mobile Xbox c

Epoll vs. io_uring in Linux

Article URL: https://sibexi.co/posts/epoll-vs-io_uring/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48613872 Points: 224 # Comments: 52

Renting a sewing machine from the library

Article URL: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260618-the-weird-and-wonderful-libraries-of-finland Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48613755 Points: 297 # Comments: 170

Slow breathing modulates brain function and risk behavior

Article URL: https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(26)00339-9 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48613555 Points: 319 # Comments: 93

Some Pixel models can't maintain a 5G connection after Android 17 was installed

However, there is one easy fix that has worked, and you can try it on your affected phone.

Starlink slammed for leaving users worse off, but critics are forgetting one detail

A recent price hike and alleged moves to keep rivals out have critics labeling Starlink as a monopoly.

Signal’s Meredith Whittaker wants you to remember that AI chatbots ‘are not your friends’

"These are not your friends. These are not conscious beings. These are not sentient interlocutors.”

Unauthorized alert sent to cell phones across Brazil

Article URL: https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/20/americas/brazil-hackers-unauthorized-alert-latam Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48612502 Points: 177 # Comments: 127

In the Weights is your new AI-centric vanity search

So ... what's your In the Weights score?

Valve taunts Half-Life 3 leakers, as Steam dataminers wait for game's announcement

If Valve unveils a new Half-Life game, it won’t be a surprise to dataminers. In DOTA 2 source code, developers recently poked fun at these dedicated investigators. Despite regular mentions of HLX in existing Steam titles, the wait continues

Casio launches new affordable metal watches with striking blue, green and gold finishes

Casio has released a new iteration of its long-standing MQ-24 analog watch, swapping out the traditional resin strap for a stainless steel band. The newly launched MQ-24D and MQ-24G collections are now available in the US, bringing a more f

Samsung is now testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy Z Fold7, A56, S23, and S24 series

Samsung recently released the third One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series smartphones, which are currently the only smartphones eligible for the One UI 9 beta program. However, the Korean brand is already working on One UI 9 for the Galax

NASA is testing a rover that can drive faster and lift its wheels to climb obstacles

The space agency shared footage of tests with its Ernest prototype rover.

The Atlantic created a searchable database of the music used to train AI

Atlantic reporter Alex Reisner recently uncovered four datasets of music being used to train AI models and made them fully searchable for the public. Two of the sets are absolutely enormous at 12 million and 9 million tracks. The other two

Founders Fund’s outlier bet on humanely killed fish

Shinkei makes a refrigerator-sized robot called Poseidon to kill fish quickly and humanely.

Epic is working on a 'ground-up rebuild' of its launcher that will be 5x faster

Launcher V2 will go through a private beta before a public release.

Casio launches four new MTP-B185 series watches in the US

Casio has updated its US watch lineup this month with the release of the MTP-B185 series. If you are looking for a straightforward, square-faced analog watch without any smart features, step trackers, or charging cables, these four new mode

NASA's Swift Boost mission will launch later this month to rescue a falling telescope

NASA mission to save a falling space telescope is ready to launch.

UHF X11: X11 Built for VisionOS and Apple Vision Pro

Article URL: https://www.lispm.net/apps/uhf-x11/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48610853 Points: 220 # Comments: 49

SMPTE Makes Its Standards Freely Accessible

Article URL: https://www.smpte.org/blog/smpte-makes-its-standards-freely-accessible-openingstandards-library-to-the-global-media-technology-community Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48610827 Points: 280 # Comments: 95

Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 leaks reveal more changes, no Classic after all [Gallery]

Ahead of Samsung’s July event, new leaks are revealing a few more details about Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

Nobel laureate John Jumper is leaving DeepMind for rival Anthropic

Jumper isn't the only big name leaving Google DeepMind.

iPhone 18 Pro will easily get away with a $1,399 price tag

iPhone users don't look at the price tag.

Nothing's US launch is finally bringing exciting phones back to Best Buy shelves

I'm excited, even if Samsung won't be

Motorola bumps up the storage on the Edge 70 Fusion

Motorola launched the Edge 70 Fusion in March, and so far it's been available in India with up to 256GB of storage. Now, however, the company has announced a new variant which pairs 12GB of RAM with 512GB of storage. [#InlinePriceWidget,144

Claude Guillemot, one of Ubisoft's co-founders, has died in a plane crash

The crash reportedly happened on an airstrip near the western coast of France on June 19.

T-Mobile claims it's not shifting roles to India, but secrecy around operations is raising suspicion

T-Mobile says it's not offshoring jobs, but won't provide specifics about its operations in India.

How to personalize the screensaver on your Kindle

Once you remove lockscreen ads and toggle on book covers, here's what else you can do to customize your Kindle's screensaver.

New Prinz Eugen ransomware prioritizes recent files for encryption

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Who says you must hold off until Prime Day to save big on Apple tech?

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Halo: Campaign Evolved's PlayStation 5 split-screen requirements have sparked criticism after Halo Studios confirmed both local players will need active PlayStation Plus subscriptions, alongside linked PSN and Microsoft accounts.

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The larger size of this premium wearable has never been this affordable.

"I leave feeling grateful, proud, and excited": After 31 years, Age of Empires veteran Earnest Yuen retires

After a 31-year career spanning 50+ titles, Age of Empires veteran Earnest Yuen has officially announced his retirement from Microsoft.

This 3-year-old Honor phone will get MagicOS 11 Liquid Glass UI

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Car buyers love Android Auto. Automakers? Not so much.

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Honor 600 Smart is coming to the smartphone market as a new big battery model, and here are 6 major upgrades of this affordable handset that make it more alluring than any other N series variant. Let’s check on these amazing tech capabiliti

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Microsoft’s AI strategy lacks a unique selling point, raising concerns about its future in Office and Windows.

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Huawei Kirin 9050 series will debut with the flagship Mate devices this year, and it looks like the company could follow the same dual chip approach as the Kirin 9030 line with a standard and Pro version. A new leak hints at this subject br

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Loupe – A iOS app that raises awareness about what native apps can see

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Toy Story has the right take on tech

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CMF by Nothing won't be able to release a follow-up to the Phone Pro 2 this year.

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Steam Next Fest demos, a Virtual Boy-inspired shooter and other new indie games worth checking out

Steam Next Fest demos, a Virtual Boy-inspired shooter and other new indie games worth checking out.

"I was one of the biggest skeptics on the team": An original Xbox founder says the fears they had in 2001 are coming back stronger than ever

Original Xbox pioneer Laura Fryer warns that soaring hardware costs and AI shortages are reviving 25-year-old fears.

AISpeech launches credit card-sized AI voice recorder with built-in 4G, AI summaries & automatic cloud uploads

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The Xbox Series S may have helped developers prepare for Nintendo Switch 2, with similar optimization techniques and visual compromises carrying across both platforms.

Huawei Kirin 2026 chips initial stock can face a shortage: Rumor

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This year's foldable flagship rivalry will be electric, but which one is worth your money: the foldable iPhone or the Galaxy Z Fold 8?

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The new Siri AI is conversational, omnipresent, and actually helpful.

Hackers Claim to Leak Stolen Madison Square Garden Data

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Galaxy S27 Ultra won't be as "cool" since Qualcomm's use of Exynos feature is not as effective

Tipster says that Qualcomm's implementation of a feature found in Exynos 2600 is not as effective in Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro.

China’s GLM-5.2 beats Claude Fable 5 in web design, claims No. 1 spot

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With just days to go before the big reveal, OnePlus is getting everyone talking about its upcoming budget smartphone, the N6. Positioned as a more wallet-friendly option below the Nord series, the phone (model CPH2955) seems to prioritize r

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OnePlus will unveil the OnePlus N6 on June 30 as the first smartphone in its new N Series. The brand already showed us the N6 in two colors and confirmed that it will pack an 8,000 mAh battery. Now, OnePlus has confirmed how fast the smartp

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Lenovo has introduced the new Aurora GH15 Gaming Headset, expanding its Aurora gaming ecosystem with a feature-packed wireless headset designed for gamers and multimedia users. It combines RGB lighting effects, multiple connectivity modes,

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Honor is not only performing well in its home ground but also doing great outside China, and according to recent data, the company’s smartphone sales share reached 112% YoY in Malaysia. Other top brands like Apple and Samsung follow. Counte

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I can't remember the last time I got excited about a fan. Normally, I just buy whatever Vornado or Dreo model fits my budget, but that was before I started testing the battery-powered Standing Circulator Fan from SwitchBot. As the name indi

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Apple CEO Tim Cook said price hikes are coming, but perhaps they're arriving even before the launch of the iPhone 18.

US suspects an advanced chip-making EUV tool has reached China

US is worried as it believes China has an advanced EUV chip-making tool. A new report suggests that the American authorities suspect that cutting-edge tech equipment may have reached the rival country, helping it to grow in the semiconducto

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Infinix's Note 60 Ultra is designed by famed Italian design house Pininfarina, and it's been available since last month. Infinix also launched the Note 60 Pro, and brought it to India in April. Now, the brand has a surprise for the Indian m

Huawei FIT watches getting new women-based health features

Huawei is rolling out women-based health and fitness features to its sporty Fit 5 watches. The respective wearable lineup already supports many iconic and helpful capabilities for day-to-day life. But this time, the focus is on the female’s

The latest news in the Trump T1 Phone story

The next chapter in the Trump Mobile story has started.

OnePlus 15s isn't happening, tipster claims

In April of last year, OnePlus launched the 13T in China. Then, in June, it released basically the same phone in India as the OnePlus 13s. Back in March of this year, the company introduced the 15T in China, so you're probably expecting it

Latest SpaceX move shows why AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are unprepared for it

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have brought a knife to a gunfight.

He made your free video player run smoothly. Now he’s doing that for robots.

French serial entrepreneur and open-source legend Jean-Baptiste Kempf has been building Kyber, an infrastructure layer to control remote devices in real time.

Trump T1 Phone has a much bigger problem than being a copy of an old mid-range phone

A recent survey revealed that the Trump T1 Phone doesn’t appeal to almost anyone.

Pixelated 105: An Android 17 summer

Welcome to episode 105 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will return to talk all through the launch of Android 17. From general improvements to Pixel-specific changes, there’s plenty to dig through. Plus,

You can officially blame AI for not getting watchOS 27 on the Apple Watch Ultra

Apple confirmed that Siri AI is the reason so many Apple Watch models won’t get watchOS 27.

Ultrahuman launches M2 Live metabolic health platform for continuous glucose monitoring

Ultrahuman is best-known for its smart rings, but the company recently branched out with a red light therapy device. Today, the company is introducing the Ultrahuman M2 Live, a platform for continuous glucose monitoring. This is actually ba

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For the last 30 years, stopping the flow of cybersecurity-related software has proven to be ineffective. It's unclear why it would work now with Anthropic’s cybersecurity model Mythos.

Klue OAuth breach victim list grows as Icarus hackers claim attack

Market intelligence platform Klue has publicly confirmed a recent security incident that allowed threat actors to steal OAuth tokens used to connect to customers' Salesforce environments, as the new "Icarus" extortion group publicly claims

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Go's IPO — Japan's biggest so far this year — has done more than provide a much-needed boost to the country's languishing listing season. It has also supplied the taxi-hailing app with the capital required to address an existential issue: J

Nothing cancels this year’s CMF phone due to RAM prices

Nothing's next budget phone is the latest victim of RAMageddon. As 9to5Google reports, Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis announced in a post on X that a follow-up to the CMF Phone 2 Pro won't be coming this year: We were working on a succ

Aura’s impressive e-ink photo frame doesn’t even look digital

All of Aura's frames connect to the Aura app, which is where you can upload photos from your phone, web, email, iCloud, or Google Photos.

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At its Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this month, Apple unveiled watchOS 27. This will be rolling out in the fall. Perhaps surprisingly, watchOS 27 will drop support for a lot of older Apple Watches, including the original Apple Wa

Hackers exploit info disclosure bug in Gravity SMTP WordPress plugin

Threat actors are exploiting an unauthenticated information disclosure vulnerability in the WordPress plugin Gravity SMTP, active on 100,000 sites. [...]

US is worried that China got its hands on advanced chipmaking tool

The lone company that makes EUV Lithography machines, ASML, denies ever shipping one to China.

PineVoice smart speaker is now available for $50 (Home Assistant speaker with RISC-V processor and mic kill switch)

More than two years after introducing a hacker-friendly smart speaker, Pine64 is now taking orders for its answer to the Amazon Echo, Google Home, and Apple HomePod line of devices. The PineVoice* smart speaker has a lot of the features you

OnePlus's new tablet is a spec monster with one frustrating flaw

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and 13,380mAh battery shine, but one thing holds it back.

8849 Tank 5 smartphone has a 220 lumen projector, MTK 9400e processor, and a massive battery

The 8849 Tank line of smartphones are rugged devices meant for outdoor use. But that doesn’t just mean they have thick, sturdy bodies that help protect against dust, water, and drops. They also tend to have massive batteries for multiple da

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Yesterday, Oppo started teasing the global launch of the Reno16 series in partnership with the K-pop girl band BABYMONSTER. The phones were clearly supposed to be launching soon, but an actual announcement date was missing. Now, the company

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Following Tuesday’s announcement, Google is rolling out the June 2026 Wear OS 7 update to the Pixel Watch 4, 3, and 2.

Do fitness trackers still work if you have tattoos?

The short answer is: sometimes, but it's complicated.

Motorola Razr 70/Razr 2026 review

Norway imposes broad restrictions on AI for elementary school kids

Norway will reportedly ban young kids from using AI in schools.

Nothing's cryptic new teaser could hint at a new phone

Mere hours ago, Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis revealed that the company won't be launching a new CMF phone this year. Now, the official Nothing X account has shared a cryptic teaser that could hint at a new Nothing phone coming soon.

Samsung's new patent turns a brick into a tablet, and I have questions

The catch is the same one that buries most of these wild filings. Do not get attached.

Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

Fusion startups have raised $7.1 billion to date, with the majority of it going to a handful of companies.

Doom composer Bobby Prince has died

Bobby Prince, composer for Doom and other classic shooters, has died.

Is the US government’s Anthropic ban accidentally helping the brand?

Just as last week was ending, the US government forced Anthropic to pull its two newest models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, citing national security concerns after Amazon researchers allegedly found a way to bypass Fable 5’s guardrails. Cybersecu

Yes, the Pixel Launcher search bar is now slightly taller

If the search bar at the bottom of the Pixel Launcher looks ever so slightly different, it’s because Google made things a tiny bit taller.

Philips Hue debuts table & floor lamps with TV sync, new candle bulb

Philips Hue is expanding on its smart lighting catalog even further with new table and floor lamps, as well as improved candle bulbs that are now available to customers.

Samsung can avoid cheapening the Galaxy S27 with BOE panels, but it may not want to

Samsung's mid-range and entry-level phones haven't been immune to the company's cost-cutting endeavors. The company has taken significant steps to cut down on costs and improve margins under the leadership of TM Roh. Those efforts have so f

Oppo Reno16 family to have four members in India

Oppo has recently started teasing the Oppo Reno16 series globally. Today there's some news about the devices that are going to launch in India. According to a new report, the Oppo Reno16 family will comprise four devices in India. Alongside

Nothing CMF Phone is a RAMageddon casualty, memory now the most expensive component

Nothing’s CMF Phone series has released two models thus far and, at least for now, won’t be getting a third, as the rising cost of materials has essentially left the series dead in the water.

Samsung may be realizing DeX and budget phones could be a killer combo

Late last year, I wrote an editorial explaining my view on Samsung DeX and what the company should do with its desktop-like environment for mobile devices. Recent signs suggest Samsung may have listened, but I don't want to get too excited

AI memory chip maker Micron shares climbs all time high

Micron Technology – one of the world’s leading AI memory chip makers, shares today reached a record-breaking high. Another company – SanDisk is also seeing a strong progress graph in the stock market despite the ongoing memory chip shortage

Why people might ditch their smartwatches for something simpler

Not everyone wants a screen on their wrist.

Can't wait for Halo: Campaign Evolved? Don't worry, one fan is recreating it in Fortnite with impressive attention to detail

A Halo fan is recreating Halo: Combat Evolved inside Fortnite using Unreal Editor for Fortnite. The ambitious project features custom cinematics, co-op support, voice acting, and playable missions available now ahead of Halo: Campaign Evolv

Dell’s stunning XPS 13 drops to under $1,000, packing a massive 32GB of RAM

While other manufacturers are cutting corners with 8GB base models to reach low prices, Dell is offering a Snapdragon X Elite powerhouse with a 32GB of RAM for under $1,000.

Every AI Agent Is an Identity. Most Organizations Don't Treat Them That Way

AI agents can access data, trigger workflows, deploy code, and interact with critical business systems, often with little oversight. Token Security breaks down why AI agents are becoming a new identity and governance challenge. [...]

Toy Story 5 is a surprisingly thoughtful critique of technology

Toy Story 5 introduces a tablet as a villain, but it's also smart enough to realize tech isn't always bad. Parents just need to step up.

The CEO of Allbirds’ new AI biz has a plan, but no team

Call it a startup with a sole founder and a very large seed round, but what's next is less clear.

Amazon won't release Sam Altman biopic focused on OpenAI's 2023 leadership crisis

Luca Guadagnino's Sam Altman biopic has to find a new studio after Amazon dropped it.

World of Warcraft: Midnight's second season has been announced, and it's bringing a ton of snake-infested Raids, Dungeons, and Delves to fight

Blizzard has just unveiled the next big content update for World of Warcraft: Midnight, called the "Curse of Ula’tek", which will feature the expansion's second season of new Raids, Dungeons, Delves, and more.

Webinar: How attackers bypass MFA and how defenders can respond

Modern phishing attacks, including Device Code phishing, can undermine MFA protections and grant attackers access to corporate accounts without stealing passwords. This webinar explores how behavioral AI can help security teams detect compr

Amazon is investigating three employees who spoke out against building more AI data centers

The engineers who spoke negatively about AI data centers at Seattle city hearings accuse Amazon of threatening their jobs over their testimonies.

I tried Microsoft's region-locked PC Manager and now I wish everyone could use it

PC Manager pulls Windows cleanup and storage tools into one simple interface. It’s useful, fast, and still inexplicably restricted to a handful of regions.

The Best iPad to Buy (and Some to Avoid) in 2026: Compare the Air, Pro, Mini

We break down the current iPad lineup to help you figure out which of Apple’s tablets is best for you.

Microsoft: June 2026 Windows updates break Recycle Bin prompts

Microsoft has confirmed a confusing Windows bug that causes different filenames to appear in the confirmation dialog when deleting a file from the Recycle Bin. [...]

Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2026): Netgear, Asus, Amazon, and More

Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time.

Samsung updates Nice Shot with UI fixes and stability improvements

Nice Shot is one of the simplest Good Lock modules available for Galaxy phones and tablets. It's the kind of app you set up once and forget about. I use it for just one small addition: The delete button in the screenshot toolbar. It's hardl

The Best Art TVs

Even after your movies end, these art televisions look stunning on any wall.

Gen Z Singles Are Trying to Make ‘Solomaxxing’ Aspirational

For young people, the trend removes the stigma of being unmarried and alone, and recasts it as something to aim for, not avoid.

"It seems like a very well-made mod": Halo veteran weighs in on Campaign Evolved, and I'm not sure anyone actually agrees

Former Halo veteran Jaime Griesemer has shared his thoughts on Halo: Campaign Evolved, comparing the remake to a "very well-made mod." His comments have sparked debate among fans, with many disagreeing with his assessment of the upcoming re

Samsung teases Galaxy M47, confirms India launch

Back in March, we learned that Samsung was developing a new Galaxy M series smartphone called the Galaxy M47. A month later, another report about the device suggested that the brand could launch it in India. Both reports have now turned out

CISA: Splunk Enterprise flaw actively exploited, patch by Sunday

CISA has urged U.S. federal agencies to secure their systems by Sunday against a critical Splunk Enterprise vulnerability that is being exploited in attacks. [...]

At least one UK government department is reportedly done with X

UK attorney general Richard Hermer told his staff his office was quitting X, according to The Guardian and The Observer.

"Achievements and trophies" come to Winhanced with an update that shapes the handheld launcher into a real gaming hub

Winhanced's latest update introduces achievement and trophy support, expanded game streaming options, button remapping, visual improvements, and performance enhancements as the launcher continues its journey toward becoming a complete gamin

Try One of macOS 27’s Best Features Right Now

Apple’s fall macOS release will let you build Shortcuts by typing what you want to happen. But Claude Code and Codex users don’t have to wait.

Pump.Fun’s Bounties Platform Is a Black Hole of Circular Grifting

The crypto platform claims you can “pay anyone to do anything,” from quitting a job on camera to getting a memecoin-themed tattoo. But it mostly seems like people trying to scam each other.

The Best Fitness Trackers of 2026: Garmin, Google Fitbit, and More

Find the right wearable for your lifestyle, workouts, and goals.

Are you prepared to wait until 2027 for a Steam Controller?

In an update, Valve says it may not ship some Steam Controller orders until next year.

Persona 4 Revival gets a gameplay deep dive on its new turn-based combat mechanics and story — now I'm even hungrier to play it

Atlus has recently shown off new gameplay and story information for Persona 4 Revival, an upcoming remake of the classic JRPG, Persona 4, set to launch for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC on February 18, 2027.

Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin glitch affecting all supported Windows versions — yes, even the trash needs debugging

Microsoft confirms a Recycle Bin bug affecting all supported Windows versions.

Xbox Store seems to be planning a consumer-friendly update with price history transparency for games and add-ons

A backend Xbox Store update suggests Microsoft is preparing to add lowest-price indicators to game listings, giving players more transparency during sales and helping them identify genuine discounts.

NY man charged after harassing college student with AI-generated nudes

A New York man faces cyberstalking charges after allegedly sharing AI-generated nude images and fabricated racist messages using fake social media profiles to harass a Georgia college student. [...]

While Galaxy S26 Edge was cancelled, Apple marches on with iPhone Air 2

After the Galaxy S25 Edge reportedly recorded disappointing sales, Samsung canceled the Galaxy S26 Edge and replaced it with the Galaxy S26+. Next year, Samsung also appears to have no plans to launch a Galaxy S27 Edge. Apple, however, seem

Samsung phones don’t seem to stop getting Google Play System updates

In 2025, when Samsung smartphones and tablets didn’t get a Google Play System update for four months, their users heavily criticised Samsung and Google for it. It seems the two companies took those complaints very seriously, as Galaxy phone

Android 17 allows transferring even more data from iPhones to Android phones

Earlier this week, Google released the stable version of Android 17 for Pixel devices. Besides design improvements and new features, the company has introduced major enhancements to Android Switch, the tool used to transfer personal data wh

Samsung updates Galaxy S24 FE with June 2026 security patch

Yesterday, we learned that Samsung is developing its latest Android customisation for Galaxy smartphones, One UI 9.0 (Android 17), for the Galaxy S24 FE. While the upcoming major software update for the device is still months away, the bran

Samsung’s upcoming foldable phones and watches are ready for US launch

Samsung is expected to launch three new foldable phones and three new smartwatches during its Galaxy Unpacked event next month, and five of those devices have now cleared a major regulatory hurdle in the US. They have received FCC certifica

Galaxy A07 gets first update after One UI 8.5, brings June 2026 security patch

Last month, Samsung released a software update for the Galaxy A07 that brought the much-awaited One UI 8.5. It brought a new user interface as well as many additional features. Now, the brand has started rolling out another software update

CISA warns Fortinet users to secure devices after FortiBleed leak

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) urged Fortinet customers to secure their devices after nearly 74,000 firewall and VPN credentials were exposed in a data leak dubbed "FortiBleed." [...]

Telegram ban in India sparks a rush to VPNs, rival apps

Telegram argues India should block specific content, not an entire platform used by millions.

Source: Elastic agrees to buy CRV-backed Deductive AI for up to $85M

Deductive AI, a startup that uses AI to catch and resolve bugs in software, was founded just three years ago.

Gentlemen ransomware uses multiple EDR killers to disable defenses

The Gentlemen ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) is actively developing and maintaining a suite of endpoint detection and response (EDR) killers to help affiliates evade detection in attacks. [...]

Hisense XR10 blends pure power with ‘just stick it anywhere’ energy

Hisense didn’t seem to want to choose between pure performance and portability in its new 6,000 ANSI lumens projector. And thus, the Hisense XR10 was born, and it’s simply a beast of a projector.

Gemini Live can now access your past chats Memory, Connected Apps info

Following the big Neural Expressive redesign and new voices last month, Google has updated Gemini Live with Memory access.

Google has discontinued the Nest Home Mini and Nest Audio

On to the next one.

Google will fix Android 17 bug that deletes homescreen widgets for some Pixel owners [U]

Widgets have long been a useful part of the Android homescreen and, for many, they’ve solidified their spot and functionality for years. That’s why it’s pretty frustrating that, for some Google Pixel owners that have upgraded to Android 17,

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: WINCH IT OUT, LUNA The Shadow Dust, more

Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now at the ready, including titles like WINCH IT OUT, Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee, LUNA The Shadow Dust, RPG Soul Historica, Nelly Cootalot: The Fowl Fleet, Guns’n’Glory Zom

Nintendo confirms data stolen in WebMD subsidiary cyberattack

Nintendo of America has confirmed to BleepingComputer that threat actors stole survey data from the third-party TinyPulse service used internally, but its systems were not compromised. [...]

YouTube TV’s quiet update restricts ‘less powerful devices,’ including Roku

An issue that caused a degraded YouTube TV experience for some Roku users is the result of an update from Google, and it’s doing more than disrupting background playback.

Some Google Pixel owners can’t reply to emails in Gmail as keyboard fails to appear

A bug in Gmail affecting Google Pixel owners is making it difficult to reply to emails, as the AI-powered “Help me write” is getting in the way.

Android developer verification on track for September, ‘Verifier’ service will soon auto-install

Google today published an update on Android developer verification, which is set for its initial launch later this year and will continue into 2027.

[Update: Details] Google Meet for Android Auto now rolling out widely

Although hinted at almost two months ago, it seems that Google Meet is now truly rolling out for Android Auto.

Google Health 5.02 rolling out with return of naps, Hourly activity, & more

Google Health’s work to address issues and make improvements to the redesigned Android and iOS app continues today with version 5.02.

USB worm spreads crypto-stealing malware via Windows shortcut files

Threat actors targeting cryptocurrency wallets have been distributing clipboard-stealing malware with self-spreading capabilities and using the Tor network to conceal communication. [...]

Radiant Monitor 2 is a sunlight-visible portable monitor with a transflective LCD display

The Radiant Monitor 2 is a portable monitor with a 15.6 inch, 1920 x 1080 pixel, 60 Hz LED backlit touchscreen display. But what sets it apart from most portable monitors is that it has a transflective LCD display. That means that you can u

Deals: Galaxy Tab S11 Amazon all-time low $300 off, Galaxy S26 up to $525 off, latest Ring doorbells up to 50% off, more

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GMK EVO-X3 mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128GB RAM launches this month

The GMK EVO-X3 is a compact workstation with a 16-core, 32-thread processor, discrete-class integrated graphics, and plenty of I/O including an OCuLink port for an external PCIe 4.0 connection to a graphics dock or other add-ons. First reve

Orange Pi 6 single-board PC has a 12-core CIX P1 processor and two 2.5 GbE LAN ports

The Orange Pi 6 is a single-board computer that measures 90 x 90mm (3.54″ x 3.54″) and features a high-performance 12-core Arm-based processor that delivers up to 45 TOPS of on-device AI processing performance. Launching more than half a ye

Gigabyte introduces BRIX mini PCs with Intel Panther Lake

Gigabyte is introducing three new mini PCs with Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) Panther Lake chips inside. Available with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H 16-core mobile processor, the little computers may not have the discrete-class graphics y

GPD Box mini PC with Intel Panther Lake (and MCIO 8i) hits Indiegogo for $1500 and up (crowdfunding)

The GPD Box is a mini PC with an Intel Panther Lake processor and two options for delivering discrete-class graphics performance. One model has an MCIO 8i port that provides a high-speed PCIe 5.0 x8 connection for external graphics docks li

Lilbits: Android 17 released, Microsoft Surface with Snapdragon X2, and a phone-like LoRa dev kit

Google is now rolling out Android 17 to select Pixel phones, and the operating system will be available for additional devices soon. Some of the more noticeable changes include a new system for multitasking that will let you run apps in flo

Dell XPS 13 now available for $700 and up

The new Dell XPS 13 may be one of the most interesting Windows laptops introduced so far this year, because it’s not only an affordable laptop that’s positioned as Dell’s answer to Apple’s MacBook Neo, but it’s also a thin and light noteboo

Commodore Callback 8020 is a distraction-free flip phone that runs Linux-based Sailfish OS with support for (some) Android apps

The Commodore Callback 8020 is a new phone that’s up for pre-order for $500 and which is expected to ship before the end of 2026. But it looks like a flip-phone from the early 2000s, and that’s intentional. Positioned as a distraction-free

MSI Cubi NUC TWG is an Intel Twin Lake mini PC with active and passive cooling options

The MSI Cubi NUC TWG is a small, low-power desktop computer that measures 135.6 x 112.6 x 40.1mm (5.34″ x 4.43″ x 1.58″), features dual Ethernet ports and support for up to three displays, and come with Intel N150 and Intel N250 Twin Lake p

UP WCL is a Raspberry Pi-sized PC with up to Intel Core 7 350 Wildcat Lake

The UP WCL is a credit card-sized computer from AAEON that’s about the same size and shape as a Raspberry Pi Model B. But this model has an Intel Wildcat Lake processor instead of an Arm chip, support for up to 24GB of onboard LPDDR5 memory

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

MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is a gaming handheld with Intel Arc G3 Extreme

When Intel introduced its new Arc G3 and G3 Extreme chips for handheld gaming PCs this week, the company said we could expect to see devices from Acer, ONEXPLAYER and MSI powered by those processors. Sure enough, Acer and ONEXPLAYER have bo

MINIX introduces a budget mini PC with Intel Wildcat Lake inside

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ONEXPLAYER X2 Mini Pro handheld gaming PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 388 hits Indiegogo for $2466 and up

The ONEXPLAYER X2 Mini Pro is a handheld game console with an 8.8 inch, 1920 x 1200 pixel, 30 -144 Hz AMOLED display, detachable controllers, and the most powerful graphics currently available for a device this size. But with an AMD Strix H

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge is a thin, light, (and expensive) laptop with Snapdragon X2 Elite

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge is a laptop with a 16 inch, 2880 x 1800 pixel, 120 Hz AMOLED touchscreen display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite (X2E-88-100) processor. It’s also the lightest weight of Samsung’s Galaxy Book6 series laptops, c

Lilbits: Half Life on ReactOS, a mouse with a horizontal scroll wheel, and MS PowerToys 0.100

These days you can play plenty of Windows games on Linux PCs thanks to Valve’s proton software. And a growing number of games that were originally made for Windows have also been ported to run natively on Linux. All of which is to say that

Lenovo introduces an AI mini PC with Arm inside for the Chinese market

The Lenovo AI Host is a mini PC that measures 100 x 100 x 48mm and (3.94″ x 3.93″ x 1.89″). What makes it unusual for a Lenovo device is that instead of an Intel, AMD, or Qualcomm processor under the hood, this little computer has a Cix CD8

Lilbits: 8TB SD cards are coming soon (likely for a small fortune)

It’s been more than two years since SanDisk announced plans to launch 4TB SD cards based on the SDUC standard. They haven’t actually arrived yet, so take this next part with a grain of salt, but during the Computex show in Taiwan earlier th