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MacBook Pro With OLED Display Rumored to Be 'Significantly Lighter'

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today said the new MacBook Pro models with OLED displays will be "significantly lighter" than the existing MacBook Pro models. "Apple has reengineered the machine's interior, miniaturizing parts and rearranging compo

Alexa Comes With A Clever Feature That Can Find Something You Lost

Living in a digital world has its benefits, such as when you want to find a household item, like keys and phones, when you inevitably misplace them.

Sony Patent Could Turn Your PS5 Controller Into A Credit Card Reader

A new patent filing by Sony indicates it's working on technology for its DualSense controller that would streamline game purchases by connecting to your phone.

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5 Digital Wallets To Try Instead Of Google Wallet

While Google Wallet mostly gets the job done, here are some alternative digital wallets that offer different features and access to new financial tools.

Tire Prices Are Going Up – What Drivers Should Know Before Their Next Purchase

If you are in the market for a new set of tires, but you're waiting to get a good price, there are a few things you should know while shopping.

QCY launches Crossky C70 clip-on earbuds with dual drivers, LDAC, 54dB ENC & 50h battery

QCY has launched a new pair of open-ear wireless earbuds in China. The Crossky C70 is priced at 399 yuan ($60) and is currently available on JD.com. The earbuds feature a clip-on design, a dual-driver audio setup, and bone-conduction microp

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What are the benefits of having a second monitor?

Adding a second monitor is a huge upgrade, even if you aren't doing intensive work like editing video or accounting. More screen space is always helpful.

12 Lowe's Finds That Are No-Brainers At Their Price

From Kobalt to Craftsman, these are some of the best deals you'll find at Lowe's.

Loop Gear SK06: First look at the compact 4-in-1 EDC flashlight

Loop Gear has also entered the increasingly popular multifunction flashlight market. For the SK06, the company has added an extra feature typical of its products. It all comes in a traditional flashlight design with a replaceable battery. A

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The CPU Is Not Your Laptop's Biggest Battery Problem - Here's Why

You might think that powerful CPU is what's draining your laptop's battery the fastest, but the real culprit is actually right in front of your face.

Damaged Nuclear Sub Dashes US Navy Hopes For A 2026 Return To Service

Although the U.S. Navy was hoping to get the USS Connecticut back into service this year, that seems not to be on the table as the timeline gets extended.

‘You probably have one election cycle’: Quiet warning about data centers sparked a grassroots movement that is ousting Oregon politicians and threatening tech giants

Oregon’s data center expansion faces organized opposition after tax incentives trigger lawsuits, political consequences and demands for statewide policy changes.

Apple Event Reportedly Planned for October 13

Last week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans to unveil an all-new smart home hub, a new HomePod mini, and a new Apple TV 4K on Tuesday, October 13. In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman specified that "Apple is planning t

I forced DLSS 5 onto my RTX 4080, and the performance penalty made me regret it instantly

Nightmare visuals weren't the only downside.

The only 2 Linux distros I recommend for laptops with 4GB of RAM

Breathing life into old hardware has been getting increasingly complicated, but it can work out if you know how to.

How did retro consoles handle graphics before modern GPUs?

Graphics chips could draw but not compute, until the Xbox arrived.

2TB MicroSD Express card leaks, providing Switch 2 storage for 100+ games

With some Switch 2 games creating a storage dilemma, help is on the way. Suneast is marketing a 2TB MicroSD Express card without a release date or price. Amid the memory shortage, 1TB cards already cost Nintendo supporters over $300.

There's A Big Problem With Building Data Centers Underground

AI data centers are loud and use a lot of resources, so it makes sense to want to bury them underground. Unfortunately, it's probably not a viable solution.

Lenovo launches new 59g gaming mouse with flagship PAW 3950 sensor and wireless 8K polling

Lenovo has officially launched its latest gaming peripheral, the Legion R7 Pro mouse, in China. It is priced at 449 yuan ($66) and combines a lightweight design with high-end hardware, including a PAW 3950 sensor and a Telink 3228 controlle

The reason the Mac mini is cheaper than a MacBook

If you're trying to decide between a MacBook and a Mac mini, you might be interested to know why there's a price difference.

How To Clean Your Refrigerator's Air Filter (And How Often You Should)

Notice stale odors in your fridge? Learn how to properly clean and maintain your refrigerator's air filter, plus how often to service or replace it.

You should avoid using a screen protector on your MacBook — here's why

Screen protectors can do more harm than good.

George Orwell's 1984 Was Adapted Into A Movie That's Streaming For Free

The 1949 novel, 1984, painted a cautionary picture of a hypervigilant, totalitarian society and a distant future reflective of real-world political regimes.

Every Starlink Dish Available: How To Know Which Setup May Be Right For You

Everyone has different needs when it comes to internet connectivity, and Starlink's dish selection caters to a many applications, from stationary to mobile.

Free open-source audio editor lets AI agents cut and rearrange tracks, with edits kept undoable

Audionaut's latest agent-editing tools allow MCP-compatible AI agents to alter an open multitrack audio project, with each edit arriving as a single undo step while newer human edits take priority. The free open-source editor can also separ

The UK Has Fired The World's Deadliest Torpedo From A Robotic Sub

An uncrewed submarine developed by the U.K. test fired a U.S.-made torpedo for the first time, giving this proof-of-concept some real momentum.

Espanso has saved me more time than any AI tool I've tried this year

A few shortcuts have done more for my productivity than any chatbot.

Your Fire TV is hiding diagnostic tools that fix streaming problems you can't solve any other way

I found 4 hidden Fire TV settings that diagnose connection drops and audio issues instantly.

Unexpected Keyboard does what Gboard won't: let me customize every single keystroke

Gboard feels like training wheels now

Linux still gets half-baked software, here is the proof

At 4.54% desktop share, Linux isn't niche anymore. Yet Edge's Copilot Chat does nothing, Ecosia's new tab page is broken, and Chrome's Ask Gemini button is missing. Read more...

When is it worth getting a sound card for your PC?

Whether or not adding a sound card makes sense really depends on how you're regularly using your PC.

NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, October 5 (game #1212)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Quordle hints and answers for Monday, October 5 (game #1715)

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, October 5 (game #946)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

What Does 'PHEV' Mean On Your Electric Car?

PHEV is a common term in the electric car world, but what does it actually tell you about the vehicle, and why could it matter when you're buying one?

The popular Apple features you won't be getting with the iPhone Duo

The iPhone Duo lacks a few features we're used to seeing on other iPhones.

4 Common Problems With The Ford F-150 Lightning

The Ford F-150 Lightning definitely got people excited on release, but in the intervening years, it's been plagued by several common issues and recalls.

Fitbit Charge 6 successor leaks with a domed display and elevation tracking

The Charge 6 has gone three years without a direct successor, but that could soon change. Leaked Fitbit Edge images show a tracker with a domed screen for notifications, directions and music controls. It is also said to offer built-in GPS a

Popular Dragon Age game now playable on Steam Deck

BioWare’s Dragon Age: Inquisition is now classified as "Playable" on Steam Deck following a controller compatibility fix. However, occasional input issues and other minor bugs keep the handheld experience short of "Verified" status.

How to use diff3 on Linux to compare three files and resolve conflicts

Resolving conflicts.

How the iPhone Duo will improve your group selfies

The iPhone Duo's foldable form factor allows for more placement options, but there are also new camera features you should know about.

6 Android Phones That Outperform The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

The Galaxy S26 FE got pricier this year but barely changed. Before you spend $700, check out these faster phones with more RAM for similar money.

How Long Will Your Old Digital Photo Frames Last?

Your digital photo frame is a screen just like your computer monitor or big screen TV, so how long can you expect your photo frame's screen to last?

Why Do So Many Cars Have 8-Speed Automatic Transmissions Now?

Wondering why so many modern vehicles feature 8-speed automatic transmissions? Discover how they blend supercar shift speeds with real-world fuel economy.

Garmin Fenix 8 users report problems and missing features following update

Some Garmin Fenix 8 owners report that firmware update 23.39 disables the optical heart-rate sensor, disrupting heart-rate readings, Pulse Ox, overnight HRV and, in some cases, sleep and Body Battery data. Similar complaints have emerged fr

‘A meaningful risk’: Oracle’s massive 1.3 GW Wisconsin AI campus faces severe power delays as grid review restarts — pushing customer delivery past 2027

Regulators withdrew their completeness finding on ATC's application after 564 changes were filed, delaying grid power to Oracle's Wisconsin AI campus.

Casio launches a banana-themed G-Shock DW5600, and it looks absolutely wild

Casio has released a new variant of its DW5600 digital watch in the US. The company partnered with the clothing and pop-culture retailer BAIT to produce the DW5600BAIT26-9. It costs $170 and is available now on the Casio US website. The mai

New free-to-try game on Steam, Xbox and PS5 already reaping praise from users

Elta: Defy All Gods’ free demo on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC is drawing early praise for its distinctive visuals and promising combat, with users awarding it 4.39 out of 5 stars on the PlayStation Store. The 45-to-60-minute preview introdu

Jellyfin is free and beautiful, but Plex does one thing that keeps me paying

My friends shouldn't need to understand my network

3 exciting Netflix thrillers to watch this week (October 5-11)

M. Night Shyamalan's crowning achievement is one of our top thrillers to stream.

I turned Gemini Notebook into my gardening expert; my plants finally stopped dying

Use AI to grow more plants

How to improve your iPhone's call quality

Your iPhone should handle calls reliably, but if you can't hear the other person or calls aren't stable, it's time to run through a few fixes.

The Data, Storage, And Hardware Costs Of Lossless Music

Lossless audio makes your music sound its best, but there are downsides. Here's what to know about the data, storage, and hardware costs of lossless music.

4 Tech Brands Owned By SpaceX

Think SpaceX only builds rockets and Starlink? Discover four surprising tech brands, from AI coding tools to IoT networks, owned by the aerospace giant.

Weekly poll: are you interested in the vivo X Fold6?

The vivo X Fold6 launched on July 1 in China and is now starting its worldwide tour – it’s already available in Europe and is expected to launch in India next week. So, now the question is this – are you planning on buying one? First, we ha

I used Claude Code, Codex, and Google Antigravity to build my dream note-taking app, and one is in a different league

Apparently “build me a notes app” means three very different things

PC backward compatibility is a miracle: 5 nostalgic components that still slot right in

These retro PC components somehow still work in modern builds

What Does The Blue Light On Your Alexa Speaker Mean?

Amazon's Echo speakers actually use a few different blue light patterns as indicators, and they're easy to get confused unless you're paying close attention.

The new Fitbit Edge leaks

We don't know a ton about the Fitbit Edge, but it appears to be a successor to the midrange Charge line. It had leaked previously, but we can clearly see in these images posted by Android Headlines, you can see that Google's rumored fitness

I self-hosted my own email for a year, and it's the one project I'll never try again

Control, with a monthly invoice.

YouTube Music replaced my Plex setup, and I didn’t need to pay a dollar

Stop paying Plex to stream your own music—YouTube offers the same thing free.

This app turned my old Pixel 4a into a Bluetooth keyboard for my desktop PC

I leave my couch less frequently now

Microsoft shared Windows 11 26H2 Group Policy templates, settings guidance for admins

Microsoft shared Group Policy templates and reference settings, giving admins the stuff necessary to upgrade to for Windows 11 26H2. Read more...

Ted Lasso season 4 episode 10 release date and launch time on Apple TV: when will it air?

Ted Lasso season 4's final episode will be here in a few days — here's when you can stream it.

5 Major Projector Brands You Might Not Realize Are Owned By Chinese Companies

Buying a projector used to mean mounting a giant, noisy gray box to your ceiling, but major brands have improved the technology, so it's far more exciting.

Iowa Driver Decides To Push One Car With Another All The Way To Nebraska

Troopers in Iowa made an odd discovery in September 2026, when they encountered a car pushing another car down the interstate with some interesting equipment.

Google froze its open source bug bounty program due to a ‘significant rise’ in AI submissions

AI slop seems to be overwhelming bug bounty programs.

I paid for a PCIe 5.0 SSD, and my games load exactly as fast as they did on my old drive

It definitely isn't worth the $100 premium, at least for now.

3 free projects to try before throwing away your old Wi-Fi router

Upgrading your router doesn't necessarily mean trashing your old one.

9 Of The Best On-Ear Headphones You Can Buy In 2026

They may not have the better noise isolation of over-ear headphones or the portability of earbuds, but these on-ear headphones still have lots to offer.

5 Great Movies Where An Evil AI Successfully Destroys The World

Artificial Intelligence is a looming concern in the real world now, but for years it was a lingering threat in a number of classic films.

Can ‘super intelligence’ and a non-binding safety pact solve AI’s image problem?

On Equity, we discussed the Trump administration's attempts to rebrand AI.

10 Sam's Club Tech Essentials For Travel

Traveling is a lot of fun, but just about every trip comes with some problems. Luckily, these 10 Sam's Club tech essentials for travel can help solve them.

I pointed Claude Code at my Obsidian vault, and it became the second brain I never had the discipline to build

It's less of a second brain and more an extension of mine

Why the ISO is becoming irrelevant to modern Linux (and how the cloud took its place)

The ISO is not dead, but more direct alternatives are way more convenient—too bad they don't apply to everything.

Prick’s theatrical industrial punk is perfect for spooky season

While deep in the recording process for The Downward Spiral, Trent Reznor lent some of his production talents to old friend Kevin McMahon, from the new wave band Lucky Pierre (which Reznor was briefly a member of). While Reznor is only cred

What Do K And F Mean On Intel CPUs?

Intel likes to label its processors with enough different letters that it looks like spilled Alphabet Soup, like the Ultra 7 270K or Core i5 12400F.

Is The C8 Corvette Cheaper Or More Expensive To Maintain Than Previous Generations?

The C8 Corvette isn't cheap to buy, but is it cheaper to maintain than its predecessors? Well, it largely depends on how much you drive it, among other factors.

I stopped splitting 3D models in half after upgrading my print bed

Having a larger print area was one of the biggest quality of life improvements from getting new printer

These 6 storage technologies promised everything, then disappeared without a trace

For every data storage format that succeeded, there are several that didn't.

The upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro is reportedly 'significantly lighter'

The high-end laptop is still expected to make its debut by next month.

SpaceX's Starship Needs To Be Fully Operational By 2028 — Here's Why

SpaceX has plenty left to test on Starship, from refueling to docking in orbit, and NASA is counting on it to finish in time for a much bigger assignment.

What Is A Nitrogen Generator And How Does The Technology Work?

Nitrogen is the most abundant element in our atmosphere, making up around 78 percent of it. However, industrial uses often require much higher purities.

Kodi is ancient by streaming standards, and it still does 4 things no modern app has figured out

The old-school self-hosting platform is still worth using.

Some Android phones can run forever without a battery—here's which ones and how to find the setting

The safest way to use an Android phone as an always-on display.

6 Google Messages tricks that fixed my worst RCS texting annoyances

Gestures and settings that made RCS chats less irritating

Banana Pi BPI-CM7, a modern iPoad, and a DIY Mini Laptop with an ATmega2560 Microcontroller: Liliputing News Roundup

Smartphones have largely replaced iPods and other dedicated music players for most folks • The Banana Pi BPI-CM7 is a compute module with a 1.5 GHz Allwinner H618 quad-core Arm Cortex-A53 CPU, Mali-G31 graphics, LPDDR4 memory, eMMC storage,

Five iPhone 18 Pro features you'll want to try the second you unbox it

The iPhone 18 Pro doesn't have a super long list of improvements, but these upgrades are still worth a try.

Which Appliances Are Worth Getting An Extended Warranty For?

As tempting as it may be to purchase an extended warranty for every product you buy, realistically you won't need all of them. So which ones are most worth it?

Deals: here's how to avoid the Galaxy S26 series price hike

In case you missed it, Samsung increased the Galaxy S26 prices globally – in the US, they are $100 higher than they were at launch seven months ago. And even back then, most configurations cost more than the equivalent S25 models did last y

Your router placement is ruining your Wi-Fi, and mesh upgrades won't fix it

Stop spending cash on this issue.

What does V-Sync actually do to your PC's frames per second?

It can fix some problems, but create others.

10 Android Phones That Have More Power Than The Google Pixel 11

Power users, this one's for you. We lined up Android phones that beat the Pixel 11 in benchmarks, from foldables to gaming phones.

Major artists on GTA 6 album leaked by Spotify, with soundtrack news anticipated

Spotify exposed more music acts that will appear on the GTA 6 album. Cardi B and Fuerza Regida were the two unnamed artists the streaming service leaked. Rockstar has yet to announce 28 of the 34 songs on the CD and vinyl available for pre-

5 Essential Smart Home Gadgets For Parents

If you're a new parent, juggling work, life, and caring for a baby can be daunting, but these smart home gadgets should make parenting slightly easier.

What Are Claw Anchors Used For In Boating?

If you're new to boating, you may have come across claw anchors. Don't worry if you didn't know what they are, because they're fairly easy to understand.

Musk says Tesla’s robotaxis still cannot reliably see pets at night

Elon Musk said Tesla’s robotaxis are still working on spotting animals that blend into the road at night, describing the problem as grey kittens on grey tarmac, as Austin’s hours moved to 11pm from 10pm. The EU’s Technical Committee on Moto

A fourth RuneScape game is under development using Unreal Engine

Jagex says it will reveal more details about the game, tentatively named RS4, next year.

Street Fighter 6 turns Juri, Cammy, Akuma and Ken into Japan-exclusive AGV motorcycle helmets

AGV has launched four Street Fighter 6-themed K1 S motorcycle helmets in Japan, with designs based on Juri, Cammy, Akuma and Ken. The limited-production models cost ¥47,300 each and are offered in four sizes, with deliveries scheduled to be

Generate $6 trillion in annual revenue or face a major collapse — AI data center costs are doubling every 12 months

Regulators withdrew their completeness finding on ATC's application after 564 changes were filed, delaying grid power to Oracle's Wisconsin AI campus.

What causes screen tearing and how can you fix it?

Screen tearing is a distracting and ugly problem, but you have several ways to combat it to keep your games running smoothly.

China wants solid-state batteries in use by 2030, and CATL rates them four out of nine

China’s industry ministry and six other agencies set 2030 as the date for the first large-scale use of all-solid-state batteries, though CATL’s chairman rates the technology four out of nine and calls million-vehicle use before 2030 very un

Why the ThinkPad X13 Gen 7 AMD is ideal for mobile working

If you travel a lot for your job, you need a lightweight, enduring and reliable laptop. Lenovo's ThinkPad X13 Gen 7 AMD is such a compact companion with a powerful AMD CPU as well as flexible connectivity options.

What's The Average Lifespan Of An SD Card?

You may use an SD card as a storage device for any number of electronics, but you'll want to make sure you're aware of how long one will last.

I switched Pixel Watch faces every day for a month; these are the 6 I keep coming back to

A different face for every kind of day

Walmart+ Members Can Get Cheaper Gas Prices At This Major Gas Station Now

Walmart+ members can already receive discounts at gas stations across the U.S., and now the subscription program is adding another fuel brand to the list.

Outdoor TV withstands even direct sunlight: Sylvox Frameless Pro review

Television outdoors. | The Sylvox Frameless Pro brings the TV experience outdoors. In our review, this nearly bezel-less outdoor TV impresses with its picture, among other things, but also has a few drawbacks. The same goes for the sideboar

How to watch Portugal vs Norway on Virgin Media Play — it's *FREE*

Here's how you can watch Portugal vs Norway for free from anywhere in the 2026/27 Nations League.

Lenovo Watch Fit 3 official with AMOLED display, zinc alloy frame

Lenovo has launched the Lenovo Watch Fit 3 smartwatch in China, and it is currently on sale at 199 yuan (~$ 30). It is a budget smartwatch meant for basic tracking like fitness and everyday routines. The Lenovo Watch Fit 3 has a 1.96-inch A

SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son says superintelligence in the wrong hands could be “super dangerous”

Masayoshi Son, who has put $64.6bn into OpenAI and calls bubble talk absurd, said in Kyoto that superintelligence in the wrong hands could become super dangerous and that countries must cooperate to control it. He spoke beside Michael Krats

The best early October Prime Day deals happening now

It’s not even October yet and Amazon is already offering some Prime Big Deal Day discounts on its own hardware, along with plenty of other popular products. It’s all to hype up October Prime Day, which starts October 6th at 3AM ET and lasts

Amazon discounts new 4K streaming stick by 50% just four days after launch

Deal | Less than a week after announcing the Fire TV Stick 4K (2026), Amazon has slashed its price by 50%. The new price makes it worth considering for anyone who wants an affordable 4K streaming device that can be hidden behind the TV.

This Sleek Gadget Syncs With Your Phone To Help You Find Your Keys

This clever alternative to AirTags and Pixel Tags blends Bluetooth tracking capability and a key organizer into one sleek and stylish accessory.

How to enable the built-in Sysmon activity monitor in Windows 11

Windows 11 now includes one of Microsoft's most useful Sysinternals tools out of the box. Here's how to enable it and start digging into what's happening on your PC. Read more...

Steam is on track to top $20 billion in revenue for the first time

Steam took in an estimated $1.7 billion in September, 13% more than the previous September record, set in 2025. Its estimated third-quarter revenue reached $5.5 billion, up 12% from the same period last year.Read Entire Article

‘Fitbit Edge’ leaks as Google’s next fitness tracker with ‘Apps’ & ‘Notifications’

Following an accidental marketing leak in August and FCC listing last month, retail listings for the “Fitbit Edge” have now emerged. more…

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The Pixel is next level.

I stopped saving all my passwords in Chrome; you might want to think twice too

The security trade-off was worth it

Save 72% off on a lifetime subscription to SwifDoo PDF Pro

Get more jobs done in less time with all the PDF tools you need: edit, convert, view, compress, merge, sign, and do a lot more. Read more...

What the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max's New Leica Camera Can Do

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, and the phone brings some major changes to its camera system. The phone now has two 200MP rear cameras, along with a new imaging feature called Legendary Moment. The new system is designed to give

With 72% positive reviews, this open world RPG is available for less than $2 on Steam

Deal | Now on sale on Steam, Outward Definitive Edition was released by Deep Silver on May 17, 2022, and immerses you in a fantasy world where you must choose a faction, create your character, and explore a world full of dangers.

Does Mesh Wi-Fi Use More Electricity Than A Router?

If your home internet is plagued by an unreliable network, you may consider a mesh router system to counter it, but how will that affect your power bill?

Trump names four officials to lead his Super Intelligence Force

Trump named the intelligence director Jay Clayton, the FTC chairman Andrew Ferguson, the Pentagon technology chief Emil Michael and the personnel director Scott Kupor to lead a Super Intelligence Force with no statutory authority or budget.

Sony digital camera model numbers explained: Bigger isn't always better

Everything you need to know about Sony's alphanumeric naming schemes.

Trump announces an AI czar for his newly created 'Super Intelligence Force'

That's really what it's called and there's actually someone in charge of it.

Vivo X500 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro: Two Very Different Compact Flagships

The Vivo X500 Pro has a 6,510mAh battery, while the iPhone 18 Pro has a market-dependent 4,056mAh or 4,288mAh battery. Both phones have displays that are close in size, use 2nm chips, and launched just a couple of weeks apart, but they take

Ex-PlayStation Studios chairman: Xbox Game Pass is a “casino” where “the house always wins”

Former PlayStation Studios chairman Shawn Layden criticized Xbox Game Pass as a “casino” where “the house always wins,” arguing that day-one subscription releases undermine developers’ ability to recoup costs through full-price sales. He do

RoboCop Star Peter Weller Disagrees With Critics About His 1995 Philip K. Dick Sci-Fi Movie

Peter Weller, known for RoboCop, is no stranger to starring in cult-favorite films, so he has no problem admitting when he likes his most-hated movies.

NJ’s former Lt Gov is using AI to say he’s innocent of sexual harassment

New Jersey's lieutenant governor Dale Caldwell was forced to resign on September 25th after an investigation found he had sexually harassed a staffer and repeatedly violated ethics rules. The now-former Lt. governor has been making the medi

Amazon Launches Early Prime Day Discounts on AirPods, iPad, MacBook Air, and More

Earlier this week, we began tracking early Prime Day deals on Apple-related accessories, and today Amazon has introduced major early deals on Apple products as well. This includes AirPods, iPads, MacBooks, and more, all available at some of

How to disable or restrict your iPhone's Apple Intelligence features

You have a lot of control over AI on your iPhone.

TechCrunch Mobility: Reining in robotaxis

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.

Skip the Boox Picco and buy these 3 tiny e-readers instead

The Picco may be tiny, but it's far from unique

Google Pixel 12 series leaks with model numbers and display resolutions

The first leaks about Google's Pixel 12 series have surfaced in the GSMA IMEI database, revealing model numbers for all four variants along with their display resolutions.

7 Days: Linux project renamed, big Firefox update, and Apple's $5.7 billion fine

Big Firefox redesign, Linux project renamed, and Google Home's September update. Our '7 Days' weekly tech roundup brings the juiciest announcements. Read more...

OpenAI Fires Three Safety Researchers for Confidential Leaks Amid Rogue AI Incidents

The post OpenAI Fires Three Safety Researchers for Confidential Leaks Amid Rogue AI Incidents appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google implements Android’s new mandatory sideloading rules officially in four countries

Google has introduced Android developer identity checks across seven app stores in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand, ahead of a broader verification rollout planned for 2027. The article examines the new sideloading restrictions, i

What Discs Can You Play On Your Xbox Series X?

Thanks to backwards compatibility and surprisingly extensive media support, the Xbox Series X accomplishes that Xbox One dream of being a multimedia center.

Here's what you should do if only one of your AirPods is working

If only one AirPod isn't working, you have several options for troubleshooting and getting your audio back.

How to watch Greece vs Germany: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League 2026/27, team news

Here's how you can watch Greece vs Germany in the Nations League with free streams, kick-off times and TV channels as home side seek unlikely double.

How to watch Portugal vs Norway: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League 2026/27, team news

Here's how you can watch Portugal vs Norway in the Nations League with free streams, kick-off times and TV channels as the champions target quarter-final spot.

Sony's quiet PS5 Slim revision shows how consoles keep changing long after launch

The board, labeled EDM-051, was identified by technician @Modyfikator89 inside a PS5 Slim from the Marvel's Wolverine Limited Edition Bundle. Sony has not announced the change, and it is unclear how widely the revised board has been release

Teslas will automatically even headlights when hauling cargo or climbing hills

Tesla has started testing a new lighting feature that nobody asked for, but plenty of drivers may still appreciate. It removes the chore of manually adjusting the low beams.

AirPods Pro 3 Hit Record Low $179 Price During Early Prime Day Sale

Amazon has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $179.00 this week, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, which we haven't tracked since around June. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some o

Affordable Lenovo smartwatch launches with AMOLED display and up to 9-day battery life

The Lenovo Watch Fit 3 has launched in China, and while it doesn't have any fancy specs, it stands as an affordable smartwatch with a somewhat decent set of features for the price. It also sports a 1.96-inch AMOLED display and a 9.9mm thin

Weekly poll results: pricing will decide the fate of the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

Last week, we asked you for your thoughts on Xiaomi’s 18 Pro series in light of the news that the series is going global. Xiaomi is still mum on the details, but one thing is clear – the price will determine how popular these two phones bec

Samsung Tests an Exynos-Powered Galaxy S27 Ultra with Bigger Vapor Chamber

The post Samsung Tests an Exynos-Powered Galaxy S27 Ultra with Bigger Vapor Chamber appeared first on Android Headlines.

An AI couldn’t beat humans at StarCraft, so it decided to cheat

StarSkirmish pits AI-made StarCraft-playing bots against one another, as well as against human-made bots. OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra and Claude Opus 5.5 were essentially tied as the best-performing AI-made bots, but they couldn't top Stardust, th

Trump unveils his new Super Intelligence Force

This new task force is Trump's latest response to the debate over AI safety.

Do gaming routers really make a difference?

Gaming routers have fancy designs and a few special features, but they can't fix every problem with your network setup.

'The agent itself has become its own entity to secure': Bitdefender's new free Mac tool goes after flaws that let attackers fool AI models

Bitdefender launches AI Guardian for AI agents with real-time control over tools, files, and credentials.

Google Maps has a big problem with route suggestions; nothing I've tried fixes it

These apps weren't made for walkin'

TITAN ARMY C27A1S curved 240Hz QHD monitor review: A great buy at just $161

TITAN ARMY reached out to us here at Neowin asking if we were interested in taking a look at their newest 27-inch Gaming Monitor. Read on for our findings. Read more...

This toolless modular lever-action wallet is the coolest I’ve stuck to my phone

This toolless modular lever-action wallet is the coolest I've stuck to my phone. Remember when I tested the ultra-thin and convenient OhSnap Snap Grip Stand and liked it so much I bought my own? Now, OhSnap has a magnetic lever-action card

The pros and cons of enabling Wi-Fi calling

Wi-Fi calling can help a lot if you're in an area with a weak cellular connection, but you should know the drawbacks before jumping in.

Amazon, Google, and Meta Face Senate Scrutiny Over Billions Saved on AI Tax Deductions

The post Amazon, Google, and Meta Face Senate Scrutiny Over Billions Saved on AI Tax Deductions appeared first on Android Headlines.

Samsung Galaxy A series get more expensive in the US, but Amazon has amazing deals

Deal | Samsung has raised the prices of its latest generation of Galaxy A series smartphones sold in the US. However, Amazon has got great deals on most of the affected models, with discounts as much as $90.

I put Pixel's excellent Now Playing on my watch; now I can't go back

Now On Wrist puts recognized tracks on your watch face so you can catch artists and save discoveries without touching your phone

Google issues complete OSS VRP bug bounty pause over AI spam

Facing thousands of invalid AI-generated reports, Google halted product flaw submissions on October 1 while directing researchers to Cloud VRP alternatives. Read more...

RuneScape 4 is officially in the works, and it started as a Dragonwilds expansion

The company has not said which version of Unreal Engine it is using, which platforms the game will support or when it plans to show gameplay. Its first public look at the project is a CGI teaser rather than an in-engine demonstration.Read E

KYY X90G review: Four-screen productivity comes with a portability tradeoff

Do you work remotely a lot and need extra screens to work when you're out and about? The KYY X90G "quad" monitors might be the solution for you, as long as you don't mind a few of the minor issues. Read more...

Windows Wrap: Microsoft must show us why Windows still matters in 2026 and beyond

Microsoft is finally prioritizing stability with Windows 11 version 26H2, but next week's event still needs to give users something to get excited about.

Honor Magic 9 series is coming to Europe in January 2027

Honor’s Magic 9 series is heading towards its international rollout following its recent debut in China. The company has now provided an early indication of when European buyers can expect the new flagship lineup. The timing could make the

Lenovo launches new 8kHz magnetic keyboard with customized Legion switches

The Lenovo Legion R9 is a newly introduced magnetic gaming keyboard in China, and there's an option for equipping it with Legion-branded Huanou customized switches. It's available only in a wired version and has a compact 68-key design. The

Florida woman used Claude as a diary, then Anthropic reported an entry to police

According to the arrest report, Carli Michelle Heller, of Bonita Springs, Florida, wrote on September 26 that she would attack the Sheriff's office. She later said that she uses Anthropic's chatbot like a "diary."Read Entire Article

Free and Plus Google AI users are losing access to some Gemini models

If you want access to the best models inside Gemini, you're going to have to start paying for them.

Exclusive: This Is the Fitbit Edge, Google's Next Fitness Tracker

The post Exclusive: This Is the Fitbit Edge, Google's Next Fitness Tracker appeared first on Android Headlines.

Gears of War: E‑Day devs are leaning into Xbox exclusivity, calling it an honor

In just a few days before the public release of Gears of War: E-Day, acclaimed gaming journalist Destin Legarie got a chance to interview the game's developers on how they felt about the game being an Xbox console exclusive.

Google Pixel turns 10 years old today, and we’re still talking about it

10 years ago today, Google launched the first Pixel smartphone and, at the time, teased it by saying we’d still be talking about it years later. And, yeah, we still are, and this is a Google project that shows no signs of slowing down. 9to5

MobLand season 2 episode 4 release date and time on Paramount+

Turns out, kidnapping Bella and holding her ransom wasn't quite enough for Frankie. But when does MobLand season 2 episode 4 arrive on Paramount+?

The AirPods Pro 3 are a fantastic deal at $179

It’s been a while since we’ve seen a good discount on the Apple AirPods Pro 3, but like the latest iPad Mini and the M5 MacBook Airs, a great one is happening now for October Prime Day. You can snag a pair of the noise-canceling earbuds tha

The MacBook Air M5 is $200 off for the first time in months

Amazon’s October Prime Day has effectively chopped off Apple’s June price increases. Usually $1,299, the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip and 512GB of storage is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That’s a more palatable price for a machine

The iPad Mini is slightly cheaper again during Prime Day

Apple bumped up prices on several of its devices in June, and we haven’t seen a good discount on the iPad Mini since. Just ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Big Deals Days, however, both Wi-Fi only and cellular-connected models are $100 off.

Our Redmi Note 17 4G battery life and charging tests are ready

Does a market for 4G phones still exist? Xiaomi thinks so, so it released the Redmi Note 17 4G. We’ve already looked at the battery life and charging tests of its 5G sibling and promised to compare the two in a separate article – this is th

Why EU officials blasted Teams alternative Element Pro

Internal staff memos reveal harsh criticism of the Commission's sovereign Microsoft Teams alternative, with bureaucrats warning U.S. tech would win a tech war. Read more...

The Best 1440p QD-OLED Monitors for Less Than $500

We tested 11 budget 1440p QD-OLED gaming monitors to find the best buys, comparing full- and limited-brightness panels, features, design, and pricing to see which models are actually worth it.Read Entire Article

Review of Memoried, an aesthetic way to share your vacation photos in your home

Want to show friends and family your vacation pics without having to pass around your phone or having to pay a monthly subscription? Check out Memoried, where a scan of the phone brings back memories. Read more...

I played March of Giants at Ubisoft Montréal, and it reminded me why small games can leave big impressions

Heart racing, slammed against the wall, watching infinite respawn timers, is March of Giants still fun when you're getting dominated?

The forgotten Chromebook that started it all

Google didn't even call the first Chromebook a "Chromebook." The Cr-48 had no interesting design and no bright logos - it wasn't even designed to be a product you could buy. Instead, it was a portal to a big new idea about computers. In thi

Casio launches three Mudman GDG-B100 watches with MIP displays and basic fitness tracking

Casio is releasing three new Mudman GDG-B100 watches in Japan this October. The models are priced at ¥38,500 ($244) and are currently available for pre-order on the Casio Japan website. Design Details The lineup consists of the black GDG-B1

RedMagic 12 Pro+ posts the highest Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 score on Geekbench 7 so far

The RedMagic 12 Pro+ has appeared on Geekbench 7, with what are likely the highest scores so far for a device powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. The listing comes just days before RedMagic confirmed an October 15 launch for th

Xiaomi 18 may bring a 3D screen: What We Really Know So Far

A short post on Weibo claims Xiaomi has started a new project. It's called a "3D vision frameless screen." The post says it could arrive next year on the Xiaomi 18 series. Right now, this is a very early rumor. No other source has confirmed

OPPO Find X10 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro: Is Xiaomi Worth $200 More?

OPPO Find X10 and Xiaomi 18 Pro take different approaches to flagship smartphone design, performance, and photography. While OPPO focuses on a high-refresh-rate display, a massive battery, and Hasselblad-tuned cameras, Xiaomi counters with

Deals: Amazon's early Prime Deals slash the prices of foldables and flagships

Amazon will kick off Prime Deal Days on October 6 (Tuesday next week). The sales event will run for two days, but you don’t have to wait for it to start as the retailer is already offering some great early Prime Day deals. For example, the

Redmi Mini-LED TV 2027 Competition Edition launches with 360Hz mode and 1,300 nits brightness

Xiaomi has opened pre-sales for the Redmi TV X RGB-Mini LED 2027 Competition Edition in China. The new model follows the Redmi TV X 2026, which brought standard Mini LED panels to the series. It will officially go on sale on October 12, sta

Learn Claude Code and Cowork — Just $15 during Deal Days

Macworld TL;DR: Learn to use Claude for coding and automation with lifetime access to the Claude AI Professional E-Degree, now $14.97 (reg. $159). Most people use Claude only for quick questions, then close the tab without ever trying the b

Save streaming shows to your Mac for travel with this $95.99 downloader

Macworld TL;DR: Keeprix saves streaming videos to your Mac for offline viewing, and a lifetime subscription is $95.99 (reg. $159.99). Streaming apps let you download shows, but they cap how many titles you can save and delete them after a w

Honor X5ds launches with a rear touchscreen and 6,000mAh battery in the budget segment

While Xiaomi offers a rear-facing display on its premium Xiaomi 18 Pro series, Honor is adopting a different strategy by offering rear displays on more affordable models like the Honor Play 20A, which debuted in August in China. Now, it has

iPhone 18 Pro Max vs OPPO Find X10 Pro Max: Is Apple Really Worth $340 More?

iPhone 18 Pro Max and OPPO Find X10 Pro Max represent two very different approaches to premium smartphone design. Apple focuses on its powerful A20 Pro chipset, advanced video capabilities, and tightly integrated iOS experience, while OPPO

Anthropic boots $100m Claude Frontier Academy for businesses

Enterprise software teams gain structured deployment training as initial cohorts from major financial and consulting firms begin residency programs. Read more...

How to stream Pet Shop Boys album A Man from the Future for free online from anywhere

Here's how to stream Pet Shop Boys concept album A Man from the Future online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE with exclusive access on BBC Sounds.

This is when the Honor Magic9 series is landing in Europe

Honor launched the Magic9, Magic9 Super, and Magic9 Pro Max in China a few days ago. If the devices interest you, you may want to know when to expect them to arrive in Europe. Today we have the answer for the UK and France, officially revea

Vivo S60t launches with 7,200mAh battery, 50MP periscope camera, and OriginOS 7

Vivo unveiled the Vivo S60 and S60e (aka V60 Vitality Edition) smartphones earlier, and now the brand has silently taken the covers off another model called the Vivo S60t. The new S-series phone has appeared on Vivo’s Chinese website with a

Beware the smartphone security threat — new report claims most banking scam attempts now take place on mobile devices

90% of scams are taking place via mobile phone, with banking scams increasing of 35% over the previous year

Vivo X Fold 6 India launch date out; tagging along is MR headset

After its global debut earlier this week, Vivo has now confirmed it will launch the X Fold 6 in India on October 6. The company shared a short video on X confirming the date, and it’s not the only device to launch. Tagging along are the Viv

iQOO 16 is headed to India, but at what price?

The iQOO 16 became official in China earlier this week. Now if you've been wondering whether it will be available in India, a tipster over on X today tells us that it's a real possibility, as the phone has allegedly started some testing pro

Control Resonant composer says it's his duty to 'represent the story,' but sometimes offers it 'in a different light, as contradicting the on-screen events can be really delicious'

Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko has said that it's his job to represent a game's story "in the most beautiful light possible."

Timex releases two new Deepwater Arctic 200 watches in the US with ceramic bezels & sapphire glass

Timex has introduced two new Deepwater Arctic 200 dive watches in the US, priced at $259 and $269. Both models use battery-powered quartz movements and come equipped with sapphire crystals and ceramic bezel inserts, giving buyers some premi

WhatsApp's Restricted Chat feature is now available to beta users on Android and iOS

Last month, we learned that WhatsApp was developing a feature called Restricted Chat as an upgrade to Advanced Chat Privacy. The feature is now rolling out to some Android and iOS users enrolled in WhatsApp's beta program. WABetaInfo report

Honor Magic9 series is official, Motorola's wide foldable coming, Week 40 in review

Honor unveiled its Magic9 flagship series in China, consisting of the Magic9, Magic9 Super Edition, and the range-topping Magic9 Pro Max. The regular Magic9 pairs a compact 6.37-inch 120Hz OLED with a huge 8,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 8 Eli

Casio launches two stunning square G-Shocks with lab-grown blue sapphires

Casio is releasing two new watches to mark the 30th anniversary of its high-end MR-G line. Both models are based on the classic square G-Shock silhouette, but they integrate lab-grown blue sapphires directly into their metal bezels. The two

Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, October 4 (game #1714)

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, October 4 (game #1211)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

Google's Pixel 10a gets $100 more expensive

It's definitely price hike season for smartphones these days. Following Samsung raising its smartphone prices just yesterday, today Google is going the same route for its cheapest Pixel. [#InlinePriceWidget,14474,1#] So, the Pixel 10a, prev

Gemini app limiting what models free & AI Plus users can access, AI Pro adding Deep Think

Following the compute-based usage change in May, Google will soon introduce limits on which Gemini models free users and AI Plus subscribers can access. more…

New Intel Arc driver adds Gears of War E-Day and Ace Combat 8 support

Intel's 32.0.101.9034 graphics driver is here with support for Gears of War: E-Day and Ace Combat 8 on Arc and Core Ultra processors. Read more...

Asus launches Vivobook 16 Ryzen Edition 2026 with Ryzen 7 H 260, 144Hz display & 16GB LPDDR5 RAM

Asus has launched the 2026 Vivobook 16 Ryzen Edition, which is currently listed on the Chinese retail site JD.com for 5,999 yuan ($894). The new 16-inch laptop is built around AMD’s Ryzen 7 H 260 processor and focuses on standard hardware c

Microsoft Teams is getting a feature that is crucial in this AI era

Teams is getting a new AI-era security upgrade, but Microsoft is leaving the actual deepfake detection to specialized third-party providers. Read more...

Federal judge calls Flock ‘indiscriminate mass surveillance’

A federal judge ruled that a sheriff’s deputy violated a woman’s Fourth Amendment rights when using Flock to search for her license plate without a warrant.

Google’s original Pixel Fold was the right idea years ahead of its time

Google’s original Pixel Fold was inherently flawed but also fundamentally way better than I expected and, thanks to recent arrivals, also way ahead of its time. more…

Zelensky asked Trump to block Russia’s Starlink rival, FT reports

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked Donald Trump to sanction the Russian and Chinese companies building Russia’s answer to Starlink, the Financial Times reported. He has raised it with Trump several times, including at a recent

AI may cost us our ability to listen, oral historian warns in the Guardian

Much of the worry about AI is that it will erode how well we write. Australian oral historian Shirleene Robinson thinks the bigger loss may be our ability to listen. She made the case in an opinion column for The Guardian. “Listening to dif

US charges California man with smuggling $300mn of AI servers to China

US authorities have arrested a California man accused of smuggling more than $300mn of computer servers packed with AI chips to China, the Justice Department said on Thursday. Greg Lui, 38, of San Gabriel, also known as Yiu Kong Lui, was ar

RBI chief says the next financial crisis may start with a cyberattack

The next financial crisis may not start in a bank at all, India’s central bank governor has warned. Sanjay Malhotra said it could come from a war, a cyberattack or a tech failure, as Bloomberg reported. He spoke at the Kautilya Economic Con

Amazon responds to data center backlash, says it no longer uses NDAs

The CEO of Amazon Web Services tried to push back against widespread suspicion of data centers.

OpenAI safety staffer quits, says AI labs should run like nuclear plants

A member of OpenAI’s safety team has quit, warning that the company is not taking enough care with AI’s risks. David Robinson set out his reasons in an essay for The Atlantic. Robinson led transparency work on OpenAI’s safety team, Bloomber

Samsung Galaxy S25 series receiving One UI 9 stable update in the US

Samsung released the Android 17-based One UI 9 stable update for the Galaxy S25 series a few days ago, but the rollout was limited to South Korea. Well, the rollout has now expanded to the US. [#InlinePriceWidget,13322,1#] The One UI 9 stab

Bessent says AI alarmism without solutions is not leadership

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has criticised AI leaders who warn of disaster but offer no fixes. He made the remarks in an interview with Axios published on Saturday. “This alarmism without solutions by some of the AI community, that’

How to find which app or process is locking a file in Windows

Find out which app or process is preventing you from deleting, renaming, or moving a file in Windows. Read more...

Steam's latest survey shows 32GB RAM overtaking 16GB despite the massive price surge

According to the Steam Survey for September 2026, 32GB is now the most common system memory configuration for gaming rigs among Steam users. The data shows 32GB systems accounted for 42.22% of all rigs sampled during September, a 4.77-point

Ugreen launches 45W 20000mAh power bank with built-in cables, color display & 2026 safety standards

Ugreen has released the Ugreen P7 (PB792), a 20,000mAh power bank in China. It features two built-in USB-C cables and a color display. The device is currently listed on JD.com for 269 yuan ($40). Ugreen 45W 20K Power Bank Specifications The

Google Gemini App Just Got a Live Map Tool, Swaps "/" Commands for a Unified "@"

The post Google Gemini App Just Got a Live Map Tool, Swaps "/" Commands for a Unified "@" appeared first on Android Headlines.

Pop!_OS bans AI-generated code from much of its codebase

COSMIC has brought down the ban hammer on AI-generated code, joining other well-known projects like Godot and the Ladybird browser. Read more...

Microsoft adds alternate way to download and install Windows 11 26H2 easily

Microsoft makes Windows 11 26H2 installation easy with a simple, hassle-free way to download and upgrade. Read more...

Samsung Launches One UI 9 for Galaxy S25 and 2025 Foldables in the US

The post Samsung Launches One UI 9 for Galaxy S25 and 2025 Foldables in the US appeared first on Android Headlines.

Get PDNob Pro PDF Editor with this $300 off deal

Edit, Convert & Chat with PDFs Using AI OCR, 6000 AI Credits and Lifetime Access with No Adobe Subscription Required. Read more...

Apple confirms iPhone cellular issue, admits affected units can’t be fixed

Macworld Following numerous complaints from iPhone 18 Pro Max owners, it’s now been officially acknowledged that some units have a problem placing calls, sending texts, and accessing data. Initially by the carrier AT&T, which sent out a mes

A Riot ban followed a used Ryzen CPU to its new owner, but something is not adding up

A redditor recently claimed they were banned from Valorant immediately after starting a match following the installation of a recently purchased AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D. According to the user, Riot said the CPU's serial number was already on th

RedMagic 12 Pro+ Hits Geekbench with Monstrous Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Scores

The post RedMagic 12 Pro+ Hits Geekbench with Monstrous Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Scores appeared first on Android Headlines.

OpenAI safety employee resigns, claiming the company’s ‘culture is broken’

By his own admission, David Robinson is “something of a cliché”: an employee at a leading AI company who issues a dire warning while resigning from their job.

Samsung's Next Rugged Tablet Leaks via GSMA Listings Ahead of Release

The post Samsung's Next Rugged Tablet Leaks via GSMA Listings Ahead of Release appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google's Free and Plus Gemini Accounts Are About to Get Nerfed

The post Google's Free and Plus Gemini Accounts Are About to Get Nerfed appeared first on Android Headlines.

vivo teases the X Fold6 in India along with an MR headset

Last week, vivo announced it would unveil the V80 on October 6 in India. Later, the company said it would also unveil the S2 FE that day. Now, the brand has posted a short video clip on X, teasing the launch of the X Fold6 in India on Octob

Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11 26H2 release, Xbox Mythic Achievements, and more

Catch up with this week's Microsoft stories in our latest recap. Windows 11 26H2 is here, "Xbox is not for sale," and more. Read more...

Some iPhone 18 Pro Max owners are losing cell service, and Apple's fix is an entirely new phone

Customer reports indicate the problem has affected only the iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T, and Apple says it has seen the same pattern. The company has released a carrier settings update and iOS 27.0.1 to keep more devices from being affected,

Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat disappears from app stores in India after government order

Bitchat has become largely unavailable in India as a result of the restrictions.

ACEMAGIC F2A HX 470 review: Gaming finally arrives on a Mini PC

This mini PC isn't bottlenecked with just one SODIMM either, however on the downside, the 32GB of LPDDR5X isn't upgradeable. Read on for our findings. Read more...

Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies

Vessev hopes its electric hydrofoil ferry will change the way people and cities think about boats.

Federal judge calls Flock search unconstitutional, as AOC and Bernie Sanders introduce bill to ban license plate readers

Oklahoma federal judge Sara Hill described automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) as a form of indiscriminate mass surveillance, comparing them to dragnet-style searches. Her ruling suggests that networked cameras like those sold by Flock

All the AI agents that can live in your text messages

We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.

Spotify billionaire’s body scan startup has come to America

Farooq Abbasi, an investor in Neko Health, talked to Equity about the hot health tech company and what's next for it.

RemoveWindowsAI update script breaks Windows 11 File Explorer UI

Old persistent cleanup tasks on Windows 11 trigger package removal after OS updates, forcing File Explorer back to classic Windows 10 layouts unless registry overrides are applied. Read more...

Apple tightens macOS Full Disk Access controls as AI agents proliferate

Macworld If you’ve been using third-party apps on your Mac, you are probably familiar with a permission dialog box called “Full Disk Access.” It’s sort of a big catch-all permission that lets an application read or write almost any data to

HMD Pocket Link could be company’s first portable 5G hotspot

HMD is branching out beyond phones, and a new leak suggests the company is getting into portable hotspots. Tipster @smashx_60 on X has shared details about something called the HMD Pocket Link. It’s a compact 5G Wi-Fi hotspot that lets you

The Pixel 5 doesn’t get enough credit for making the best of a bad situation

In 2020, Google Pixel was in a remarkably tough spot. A flailing flagship with one of its central features effectively ruined by a global pandemic combined with massive supply shortages meant that grand plans for the future were on hold. It

Top Stories: Apple Smart Home Launch on October 13, iPhone Duo Production Issues, and More

Things are getting crazy in the Apple rumor world, as even though the iPhone 18 Pro and several other products have only just launched and the iPhone Duo is right around the corner, there's even more to come imminently. October 13 looks to

Razer Tartarus V2 Pro review: I loved playing with this, but it needs a patch

The best key switches you could ask for pair with a drift-proof TMR thumbstick, but it needs a few Synapse app updates to earn its highest potential praise.

Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro review

Huawei’s Watch GT series has consistently offered a blend of premium build quality, extensive health and activity tracking, and top-tier battery endurance, and the Watch GT 7 Pro takes that same formula while overhauling the sports tracking

I played 'March of Giants' with Ubisoft — Pay serious attention to this new MOBA

I visited Ubisoft Montreal for a first look at one of the most promising new MOBAs in a decade. March of Giants is something special.

Deals: Early Prime Day deals on Samsung foldables now live, Pixel 11 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra discounted

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale begins on October 6, but the e-commerce giant is already offering early deals on select devices. However, you’ll need an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. The latest Galaxy Z folda

How to send photos as email attachments on the iPhone

Macworld Since iOS 14, there is no longer an option to send photos as attachments. Apple changed the creation of new emails on iOS so that as soon as any additional formatting is used, the message is no longer sent as plain text but as an H

No, WhatsApp Is Not Charging You for Messages: Here’s What Actually Changed

If you have seen reports claiming that WhatsApp is now charging users for every message, there is an important detail to understand. Regular WhatsApp users are not suddenly being asked to pay for their chats. The changes that started in Oct

Best Apple Find My Bluetooth trackers 2026: AirTag alternatives that’ll fit anywhere

Macworld In the 15 years since it first appeared on the iPhone, Apple’s Find My technology has transformed from a simple GPS-based phone finder to a versatile ecosystem of devices not just from Apple but many specialized accessory makers in

GPT, Claude, and Gemini in one browser tab for $39.99, for life

Macworld TL;DR: The AskAnyModel AI Pro Plan puts more than 50 AI models into one workspace, including GPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok, as a lifetime subscription for $39.99 (reg. $499). Paying separately for ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini adds u

Run Windows 11 Pro on your Mac with a $9.97 lifetime license

Macworld TL;DR: Run Windows apps on your Mac with a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license, now $9.97 (reg. $199). Parallels lets you run Windows on a Mac, but you still need a Windows license to install it. Right now, a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro l

Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max runs Geekbench, revealing Kirin 9050 Pro performance

Huawei launched four new Mate 90 series phones in China yesterday and the more capable Pro Max and RS models feature the brand’s latest Kirin 9050 Pro chipset. While Huawei did not reveal much about the SoC in its marketing materials, a fre

Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max leaked European prices are shocking

Price hikes are the name of the game these days in the mobile world, thanks to memory and storage chips costing many times more than a few years ago because of AI data center demand. Even knowing all that, today's leaked European prices for

Apple Says iPhone 18 Pro Max Users With AT&T Cellular Issue Need to Have Device Replaced

Apple today confirmed that a "small number" of iPhone 18 Pro Max users on the AT&T network have experienced an issue that causes the device to lose cellular service, thereby preventing phone calls, text messages, and data from working. Thou

Here's when Honor's wide foldable is now rumored to launch

If you trust rumors, Honor has been working on a wide foldable of its own for quite some time now. Last we heard anything about it, it was apparently supposed to be launching by the end of this year. However, according to a new rumor from a

Meta wants your next gadget to be Muse-infused

Meta wants Muse in your TV and your toaster, so it's giving the code away for free.

Sanders introduces bill to ban the federal government from using Flock

The proposed legislation would extend to all automotica license plate readers.

Samsung Display to start mass AMOLED production for the Galaxy S27 series

Earlier today we reported on the fact that Samsung has apparently started mass producing the Exynos 2700 chipset which will be used in its upcoming Galaxy S27 series. But that's not all. According to a separate report from Korea, Samsung Di

The AI Doomsday Smoke Screen: How Big Tech and Politicians Are Blending Panic for Profit

The post The AI Doomsday Smoke Screen: How Big Tech and Politicians Are Blending Panic for Profit appeared first on Android Headlines.

Sony's new PS5 Pro lottery requires 60 hours of playtime just to apply

Despite the significant backlash over its plan to stop manufacturing discs for new games in 2028, Sony remains massively popular in the console business. The PlayStation 5 Pro is so popular, in fact, that the company is now trying to head o

iPhone 18 Pro Max connectivity issue on AT&T isn't fixed by iOS 27.0.1 apparently

Earlier this week, Apple released iOS 27.0.1, following the initial iOS 27 launch earlier in September. The update fixes an issue that caused the newly launched iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max to reboot after a failed Face ID authentica

Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 [Gallery]

Google today rolled out Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 in quick succession to start a new preview cycle ahead of an expected March 2027 stable launch. more…

Google Drops Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 with Dozens of Key Pixel Bug Fixes

The post Google Drops Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 with Dozens of Key Pixel Bug Fixes appeared first on Android Headlines.

Sean Parker is rebuilding Stability AI around music

Sean Parker, who once taught the music industry what asking for forgiveness looks like, is now back with the labels' blessing and money.

Google already rolling out Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 for Pixel

Following a QPR2 release earlier this week, Google today is rolling out Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1. This should see a stable release in March 2027. more…

Pixelated 119: 50 days later, it’s still a phone

Welcome to Pixelated episode 119. This week, Ben Schoon fills in for Damien as we discuss our first Pixel 11a leak and the first 50 days of the flagship Pixel 11 series. We also dive into our thoughts on Amazon’s new $80 button-equipped Kin

Samsung’s Major SmartThings Redesign Finally Lands on Android

The post Samsung’s Major SmartThings Redesign Finally Lands on Android appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google Home Is Facing Another Issue, but a Fix Is on Its Way

The post Google Home Is Facing Another Issue, but a Fix Is on Its Way appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple Announces 'Full Disk Access' Changes on macOS Due to AI Agents

In a post on its developer news website today, Apple announced that it will be introducing "additional controls" for the "Full Disk Access" setting on macOS due to new risks posed by AI agents. This announcement comes amid the rise of alway

SpaceX Sends Google's AI Chips Into Space to Explore Orbital Data Centers

The post SpaceX Sends Google's AI Chips Into Space to Explore Orbital Data Centers appeared first on Android Headlines.

Gemini for Android Auto is just giving up on answers for some drivers

The promise of Gemini for Android Auto is huge, as the AI assistant is theoretically more capable than Assistant was. But, as it’s now becoming the only option, a weird issue is leaving Gemini for Android Auto perhaps less than useless, as

The Pixel 4 is still my favorite Google smartphone hardware, and it holds up

Google Pixel has evolved tremendously over the years, with some radically different designs showing up between generations. As the lineup turns 10, the Pixel 4 remains the one that stands out as my favorite smartphone hardware Google has ma

AT&T and Apple Just Took Steps Toward Fixing iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue

AT&T and Apple are taking action today as they try to resolve iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. Thousands of iPhone 18 Pro Max users have been unable to connect to the AT&T network for phone

The scariest part of spooky season is the Pixel 10a price hike

The post The scariest part of spooky season is the Pixel 10a price hike appeared first on Android Headlines.

Affected by layoffs? Don’t miss this $75 deal for your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Expo+ Pass

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NVIDIA wants you to pay $100 more for this 7-year old device

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Samsung most affordable phones are now less affordable

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Google Antigravity Hits the Play Store But Your Android Phone Can't Run It

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Blackstone’s Jas Khaira on building the next generation of AI giants

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Best AirPods Prime Day Deals 2026: AirPods 5, Pro 3 and Max 2

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YouTube New Algorithm Update Is Bad News for Lazy Shorts Reuploaders

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AT&T on iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: 'We Are Working With Apple'

In a statement shared with MacRumors today, AT&T said it is "working with Apple" to resolve iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues. "Apple has released a software update to address an issue that may affect calls, data, texts, and 911 calls on a

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Critics call Star Wars: Galactic Racer one of the best arcade racers in years

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Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to become Skydance

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Deals: Pixel Watch 5 up to $138 off, Belkin 25W 3-in-1 magnetic charger for Android, OmniBook 3 $150 off, more

Joining the launch of the all-new Twelve South Airfly Drive wireless Android Auto adapter at $40 and Amazon’s updated early fall Prime Day sale, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the 45mm Pixel Watch 5 at one of the best prices e

Nothing will let you test new products early with its ‘Community Review’ program

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Upgrading From an Older Apple Watch? Here's How the New Features Stack Up

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Score $150 off the M5 MacBook Air before it vanishes

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Microsoft's October 7 Windows and Surface event is almost here. Here's where to watch and what to expect.

This industrial mini PC pairs Intel Panther Lake internals with near-silent AirJet cooling

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Samsung Galaxy M08 and F08 Go Official With 6,000mAh Batteries and 6 Years of Updates

Samsung has quietly added two new budget phones to its Indian lineup. The Galaxy M08 and Galaxy F08 are now official, and there is not much separating them from the recently launched Galaxy A08. In fact, the two phones are almost identical

Major SmartThings app redesign finally hits Galaxy phones

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Pixel 10a gets a $100 price hike, now starting at $599

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A Florida county discovered 14 Flock cameras nobody authorized, and 11 remain unclaimed

The latest case of unclaimed Flock cameras occurred in St. Lucie County, Florida. When officials began taking down the cameras after canceling the county's contract with the company, they discovered 14 extra cameras that the police say were

Apple Store in UK Reopening on iPhone Duo Launch Day

Following more than three months of renovations, the Apple SouthGate store in Bath, England will be reopening on Friday, October 23, just in time for iPhone Duo launch day. Last year, Apple permanently closed its store in the heart of nearb

iPhone Duo Has a Replaceable Inner Display Cover for Just $19 With AppleCare

Apple has quietly added a clever repair feature to the iPhone Duo. The top cover layer of its foldable inner display can be replaced when it starts to wear out or the crease becomes more visible over time. The important part is the price. I

Samsung just raised the price on several more Galaxy phones in the US

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Exynos 2700 enters mass production but Samsung is still unsure which chip the S27 Ultra should use

Samsung's next-generation premium chip, the Exynos 2700, has entered mass production in anticipation of the upcoming Galaxy S27 series. According to Korean media, Samsung has also increased the Exynos 2700 production volume by more than 10%

Buying an RTX 5090 from Micro Center now means signing a form promising it won't leave the US

Redditor Krothic writes that they recently bought a PowerSpec Ai90 prebuilt PC packing an RTX 5090. The store manager informed them that buying the PC required that they fill in a form and have their drivers license scanned, connecting thei

The Singapore government built its own dating app and is testing it with public officers

Singapore's government is getting into the matchmaking business. GovTech, the agency behind the city-state's digital public services, has launched FirstDate, a pilot dating service for public officers aged 21 to 35, as the country grapples

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The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and iPhone Duo both have a 7.6-inch inner display, but Samsung has fitted its passport-style foldable into a much lighter and thinner phone. The Fold 8 weighs 201g against Apple’s 254g and measures 9.7mm when closed, com

The Pixel 3a might be the most important Google smartphone to date

Google Pixel was designed to be a premium smartphone effort, but that all changed in 2019 with the debut of the Pixel 3a. The budget-conscious launch went on to be a turning point for the Pixel’s history and, looking back, it might just be

Apple's First Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Arrive This Month

Apple could launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pro as early as October 2026 leaks say. The new laptops are expected to feature OLED displays, a thinner design and Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman shared the latest

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With a free update released on Thursday, Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei have introduced the first machine-learning-based upscaler that supports the base PlayStation 5. QSSR provides noticeably clearer graphics at virtually no perform

Best MacBook Prime Day Deals October 2026: Save on MacBook Air, Pro, Neo & Mac mini

Macworld Best Mac deals at Amazon U.S. MacBook Neo (256GB): $690 ($9 off, MSRP $699) 13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,234 ($65 off, MSRP $1,299) 15-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,399 ($100 off, MSRP $1,499) 14-inch M5 MacBook P

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Galaxy S27 Ultra’s camera housing could finally put an end to desk wobble

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Microsoft got hacked, and somehow Clippy ended up in a crypto scheme

A Clippy-themed cryptocurrency briefly gained visibility through Microsoft's own X account after it was compromised.

New York City's click-to-cancel rule takes effect, making subscription cancellations as easy as sign-ups

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) originally announced the city's final Click-to-Cancel Rule in July. It took effect on October 1, making New York the first US city to impose this type of requi

Apple is selling a $19 fix for iPhone Duo creasing

Macworld Apple has done as much as it can to minimize the visibility of the crease on the iPhone Duo, including multiple shifting display layers and a matte nano-texture surface that reduces glare and makes the crease less visible. But phys

Best iPhone 18 cases for iPhone 18 Pro & 18 Pro Max

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Apple’s September was huge. October could be even bigger

Macworld The big September Apple event is over and the new iPhones have been announced, which usually means a little quiet. Not this year. While the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max shipped last month, the star of the show, the iPhone Duo, hasn’t

More games than ever are hitting Xbox Play Anywhere — is it going mainstream?

I've noticed that more games than ever are hitting Xbox Play Anywhere, both new and old. Has something changed recently?

Samsung celebrates JBL’s 80th anniversary with special events and discounts

It's been almost 10 years since Samsung acquired Harman International, and the Korean tech giant is now celebrating the 80th anniversary of one of Harman's biggest subsidiaries: JBL. Furthermore, Samsung is also honoring the 60th birthday o

‘Halo’ and the missed opportunity for the Mac

Macworld Halo, officially known as Halo: Combat Evolved, was released for the Xbox in 2001. It’s regarded as the game that perfected the first-person shooter on the console, after GoldenEye 007 for the Nintendo 64 had provided the first suc

Gears of War: E-Day reviews are flooding in — Here's what the critics are saying

Reviews for Gears of War: E-Day's single-player campaign have been released onto the internet, and we've rounded up what top review sites had to say on this much-anticipated prequel to Xbox's flagship shooter franchise.

Stop renting access to Word and Excel with a one-time Office 2024 license for $113

Macworld TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC for $112.97 (MSRP $149.99) through October 4, with lifetime access to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. If you only need the core Office apps, you don’t necessarily have to sign up for

For 2 days, a lifetime subscription to this popular ad blocker is just $11

Macworld TL;DR: Block ads and trackers on up to nine devices with a lifetime AdGuard Family Plan, just $11 (reg. $169.99) through October 4. Banner ads, pop-ups, and autoplay videos clutter pages on your Mac and iPhone, and plenty of them t

Galaxy Z Fold 8’s foldable screen protector is cheaper to replace than iPhone Duo’s

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 versus iPhone Duo matchup will be a rivalry to watch out for this year. Both phones share a similar form factor, size, camera specifications, and capabilities. However, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is substantially cheaper in mos

Canada, Europe, UK, and US also get hit with Galaxy S26 price hikes

Over the past few weeks, Samsung has increased the prices of several of its phones. Last week, it hiked the prices of the Galaxy S26 series in India, and just yesterday, it increased prices in South Korea. Now, the company has done the same

Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, Flip 8 get October 2026 security update

New software updates are now available for Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones with foldable displays, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8. These updates bring the October 2026 security patch. Samsung hasn’

Which Galaxy smartphones have Privacy Display?

Samsung has long been a pioneer in the smartphone display industry. It launched the first phone with an active-matrix TFT-LCD screen featuring 262,000 colors and popularized large OLED smartphone screens. Earlier this year, it introduced Pr

SpaceX flight led by first black female commander sets US speed record

Astronauts on board a SpaceX flight, including the first black woman to lead a crew to orbit, has arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) after setting a US speed record.

AT&T Acknowledges iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: Update 'Immediately'

In a text message sent to customers today, AT&T acknowledged that some iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on its network are experiencing cellular issues. AT&T said that customers should immediately update to iOS 27.0.1, despite the fact that many a

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Will Retain The Design of Its Predecessor

We've successfully reached the final quarter of 2026, and the rumors are already spreading about the Samsung Galaxy S27 series. The next batch of Samsung flagships is coming early next year with some upgrades. However, the Galaxy S27 Ultra

New 'AirFly Drive' Accessory Turns Wired CarPlay Into Wireless CarPlay

Twelve South, a well-known accessory maker for Apple products, has released a new AirFly Drive accessory that turns wired CarPlay into wireless CarPlay. AirFly Drive uses Wi-Fi to establish a connection between your iPhone and vehicle, elim

Amazon’s New Kindle Devices, Raspberry Pi Price Hikes, and Freckle Phone: Liliputing News Roundup

Raspberry Pi is raising prices (again) in response to the rising costs of RAM & other components • The Freckle Phone is a $200 device with a kid-sized 3.1 inch screen, a $25/month service plan, and no web browser, social media apps, or app

Apple Shares Photos Shot on iPhone Duo

Apple on Instagram today shared a curated gallery of six photos shot on the iPhone Duo. The photos were shot by American photographers Jake Michaels and Jason Nocito, as part of a project commissioned by Apple. iPhone Duo is equipped with f

Apple Says iPhone Duo Has Replaceable 'Cover Layer'

In a recent interview with content creator Angelica Siciliani Fendi, Apple's vice president of hardware engineering Kate Bergeron revealed that the iPhone Duo's nano-texture cover layer above the inner display can be removed and replaced. "

STUDY: Qualcomm’s 18‑core Snapdragon X2 outperforms Intel on CPU, AI, battery, and price

New tests show Qualcomm’s 18‑core Snapdragon X2 outperforming Intel’s mainstream laptop chips across CPU, AI, battery life, and price, proving the non‑Extreme model is already a major threat.

Apple's Smart Home Camera Will Apparently Have 'No Video Recording'

On his new Power On podcast, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple's smart home camera will have "no video recording." Instead, he described the rumored product as a sensor that will be capable of "analyzing your environment in your home" usin

NVIDIA Delivers Massive Security Patch for Older Graphics Cards

NVIDIA has just put out a new security update. The version number is 582.78 and it targets mostly older graphics cards. So dont worry. NVIDIA is still taking good care of older graphics cards. The 582.78 security update will protect older h

Apple TV Just Updated Its Selection of 'Bonus' Movies

Starting today, the Apple TV streaming service is offering a new selection of "bonus" movies in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and some other countries. While competitors like Netflix offer an extensive catalog of movies from various studios,

Early Prime Big Deal Days: Best Discounts on Accessories, TVs, and More at Amazon

Amazon is hosting another Prime Day event this year, called Prime Big Deal Days and offering shoppers the first chance to save on holiday shopping from a major retailer. Similar to last year's fall Prime Day, it will last for two days (Octo

iPhone 18 Pro Colors Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max models come in four distinct color options, so which should you choose? The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models come in Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy. The aluminum and glass backs

Huawei Mate XT 2 Gets New HarmonyOS 7 Update With 3D Wallpapers

Huawei has released a new HarmonyOS 7 update for its Mate XT 2 triple-fold. The update brings new lock screen wallpapers and better communication sharing. It also adds more ways for users to customize their phones. The Mate XT 2 is one of H

Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max Collector's Edition Officially Unveiled

Huawei has launched a new phone. The Mate 90 Pro Max Collector's Edition debuted at a big event in China. Yu Chengdong, who leads Huawei's phone division, showed off the device today. Prices start at 10,999 yuan, which is about $1,550 USD.

Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer plans revealed as it launches in early access

The biggest blockbuster shooter of 2026, Gears of War: E-Day, launches today for early access players. Additionally, Coalition has laid out its plans for updating the game's multiplayer content in Season 1 while giving players a peek at Sea

Gears of War: E-Day review (in progress) — Immaculate presentation, odd game design choices

Gears of War: E-Day is a fantastic game overall with satisfying combat and immense technical chops, but some baffling design decisions stop it from reaching its full potential.

Space firm granted licence to launch rockets from UK

A German rocket firm has been granted a launch licence by UK regulators - and it plans to blast off from the Shetland Islands early next year.

The Witcher 3 Remastered's DLSS Xbox Play Anywhere issues has been fixed

Amidst the hype of The Witcher 3 Remastered's release, trouble has been brewing underneath for the PC version regarding DLSS functionality with Xbox Play Anywhere on PC, lighting, and more.

Vibe coding brings OG Halo ports to PS5, web browsers, and other weird places

A massive community effort, aided by AI tools, has ported the original Halo: Combat Evolved to platforms including PlayStation, Linux, Android, and web browsers, supporting full multiplayer and campaign modes.

Xbox x IKEA furniture range goes live today

The Xbox x IKEA collaboration pieces are now available to buy instore and online.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV showcases the Space Marines

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV continues to build hype for its eventual release by uploading a new cinematic trailer showcasing a battle between the indomitable Space Marines and immortal Necron factions.

More rumors of World of Warcraft: Forever coming to Xbox are spreading

Redditors noticed that Brazil's Ministry of Justice classified World of Warcraft: Forever for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch before deleting it. Could this mean the iconic MMORPG is finally coming to consoles, or is it just another

8BitDo launch a gorgeous Gears of War E-Day keyboard and mouse

8BitDo’s new Gears of War: E-Day keyboard and mouse bring incredible retro style, solid specs, and great value to PC.

Gigantic £16.5bn data centre planned for former nuclear plant site

Plans to build a gigantic £16.5bn data centre on the site of the former Chapelcross nuclear plant in Scotland have been submitted.

Huawei's Mate 90 Debut Brings Back the Kirin 9000 Chip

Huawei's Mate 90 series product launch event took place today, and it included a big callback to Huawei's history. During the event, the song "Dream It Possible" was sung again, this time by singer Grace Kinstler. His performance was acompa

'Devastating year' as Swiss glaciers shed 5% of ice amid record-breaking heatwaves

Glaciers in Switzerland have lost 5.5% of their ice volume in 2026 after a "devasting year" marked by intense heatwaves and low snowfall, according to a study.

vivo X Fold6 Goes Global With 120Hz LTPO Displays and a 6,900mAh Battery

The vivo X Fold6 is finally going global, three months after its original launch in China. vivo's latest foldable combines two 120Hz LTPO displays, a huge battery and a 200MP ZEISS camera system in a surprisingly slim body. The global launc

SteamOS Ported to Arm handhelds, PixelMob Portable NAS, and Amazon’s new Fire TV Stick 4K with Vega OS: Liliputing News Roundup

Valve developed an ARM version of SteamOS for its Steam Frame VR headset • PixelMob is a new portable NAS/mini PC from UnifyDrive for media backup, with an RK3588 chip, up to 3 M.2 2280 slots for storage, CFexpress, SD, and microSD card sup

"Xbox is not for sale," says CEO Asha Sharma — why is the media so attached to this idea?

One thing journalists keep asking me lately revolves around this theory that Xbox is "for sale," but Sharma directly addressed that narrative today.

Compare Amazon Fire TV device specs (Fire TV Stick HD, Fire TV Stick 4K and 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube)

Amazon’s Fire TV line of media streaming devices now includes three different Fire TV Stick models with list prices ranging from $35 to $60. The good, better, best lineup includes an entry-level model with support for 1080p video at up to 6

Data centre would have 'horrendous' impact, protesters warn

A planned data centre in North Ayrshire would have a "horrendous" impact on heritage and biodiversity, protesters have warned.

Honor Is Preparing Four More Phones for the End of 2026

Honor has just finished its Magic 9 launch, but the company may already have several more phones in the works. A new leak points to at least four upcoming devices, including the Honor 700 Pro, a new 7-inch X series phone and Honor's first w

Samsung Galaxy S26 Gets One UI 9 Stable Update in More Countries

Samsung is finally expanding the stable One UI 9 update for the Galaxy S26 series to more countries. After starting in South Korea and then moving to the US, the Android 17-based update is now reaching users in Europe, India and other marke

iOS vs Android Privacy: What Really Protects Your Data?

Ever switched phones and noticed that your apps suddenly behave differently? That difference can also extend to privacy. The iOS vs. Android debate has been around for years, but there is no simple winner. Both platforms collect data and gi

Does the iPhone 18 Pro Still Freeze Even After the iOS 27.0.1 Fix Update?

The iOS 27.0.1 update fixes several serious bugs, but others remain on the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. Apple released iOS 27.0.1 on September 28, exactly two weeks after the release of iOS 27. The update targets all supported models from

Corrupt PST File? Fix It with Stellar Repair for Outlook: Desktop Software or Online Service

Microsoft Outlook is the primary email client and organizational backbone for millions of professionals and enterprises worldwide. Behind its familiar interface lies a complex Personal Storage Table (.pst) and Offline Storage Table (.ost) a

iQOO Pad Ultra is officially here: Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, 165Hz OLED, and 9020mAh battery

iQOO has introduced the iQOO Pad Ultra gaming tablet in China, available in four configurations. The base version with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage costs 6,499 yuan (approximately $900 USD). The model with 16GB and 256GB is priced at 7,

iQOO 16 is officially here: 8400mAh battery, 2K/165Hz display, and Snapdragon

Today in China, iQOO introduced the iQOO 16 model. According to the magazine iFanR, it is one of the few flagship phones targeting gaming while also serving as a showcase for this year's top Android configuration. Sales in China begin immed

Firefox Gets A New Design, Repairable Earbuds, and Dual Screen Smartphone: Liliputing News Roundup

Fairphone's 2nd-gen wireless earbuds are coming soon, with support for the LDAC codec for Bluetooth audio, while retaining an emphasis on repairability with seven replaceable modular parts • The Bigme HiBreak Dual 3 is a daul-screen phone w

Tech firms urged to block nude images on children's smartphones

Tech firms should act urgently to introduce nudity-blocking technology on children's smartphones to prevent exposure to "horrific" abuse, MPs have said.

Water firm fined almost £8m for sewage spillages at beauty spots

South West Water (SWW) has been fined almost £8m for hundreds of sewage spillages across Devon and Cornwall over a six-year period.

Microsoft moves away from Copilot+ PC branding, an amoeba-shaped dumphone is coming, and next-gen Kindle and Fire TV Stick 4K designs leaked: Liliputing News Roundup

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Pope says concerns about AI going rogue are not 'fake news' after Trump 'hoax' claims

The Pope has repeated his warnings about artificial intelligence - saying concerns the technology could go rogue are not "fake news".

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Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.

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Qualcomm is expanding support for Linux on PCs with Snapdragon X2 Series chips, starting with initial support for Ubuntu and Debian, and by upstreaming some core drivers, including for the Hexagon NPU and Adreno GPU • This summer Pine64 sai

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Can a Tiny OS Save This 2011 Mini Laptop?

Can a Tiny OS Save This 2011 Mini Laptop?

Intel just matched Apple Silicon. Seriously.

Intel's upped their efficiency game in a big way. The XPS 13 surprised me.

The One PC Valve Forgot: SteamOS Gaming Laptop!

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NVIDIA RTX on Snapdragon laptops Actually Works Now!

In this video we add an Nvidia RTX 4060 to a Snapdragon X2 Laptop!

Microsoft Made Xbox Emulation Official... And It's Hiding a Secret!

Microsoft just officially brought Xbox Backwards Compatibility over to PC! In this video, we take a look at how official Original Xbox and Xbox 360 emulation works on PC using the ROG Ally X.

Framework 13 Pro: The Modular Laptop is Real!

The modular MacBook Pro for Linux users. Color me impressed.

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

Gaming on The Subway Menu Computers

yeah we gaming on the sandwich gaming machines

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2006 Cyberdeck Running Modern Linux

Running Debian 12 on a 2006 Sony VAIO UX.

REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!

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Memory is too expensive so I made my own

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