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Enable This AMD Setting To Get The Most Power Out Of Your RAM

For AMD computers, checking your motherboard BIOS could lead to you eking out just a tad more capability out of your aging RAM sticks with one specific setting.

Check this one number on your laptop before you buy a Wi-Fi 7 router

It's one click away on a Mac.

I’ve used OneNote for years. How did I miss these 4 settings?

I really slept on these.

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Ted Lasso season 4 episode 9 release date and launch time on Apple TV: when will it air?

The penultimate episode of Ted Lasso's fourth season will make its Apple TV debut very soon.

4 Non-Negotiable Features To Look For In Bluetooth Headphones In 2026

Good sound is important, but it isn't everything you'll want from Bluetooth headphones. These are the features we'd check before choosing our next pair.

Engram is a sampler that turns broken AI hallucinations into music

Music startup Thoughtful Things has just launched the Kickstarter campaign for its first instrument, Engram. It's a sampler and groovebox that uses AI to mangle incoming audio and even hallucinate completely new sounds. This isn't Suno in a

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Tesla Scores Deal To Help Double The US Electric Semi-Truck Fleet

Tesla's long awaited electric semi trucks may finally see the light of day thanks to a large partnership with a coalition made up of major corporations.

Anthropic’s CEO is about to have dinner with President Trump

This will be the first one-on-one meeting between Dario Amodei and Donald Trump

postmarketOS is now Nura after nearly a decade of bringing Linux to phones

postmarketOS began as a way to keep phones useful for longer. Over time, its name became harder to explain, especially when new phones began shipping with the system already installed. The team has now chosen a name inspired by something th

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Your UPS keeps your PC setup alive, but everything else still falls apart during an outage

Your experience feels incomplete without your home network and NAS powered on

5 essential Linux terminal upgrades that make command-line work actually enjoyable

Modern tools can make the Linux terminal prettier, faster, and smarter.

5 Of The Smallest USB Flash Drives That Still Offer A Ton Of Storage Space

While USB flash drives may not be as prevalent as they once were, they are as viable as ever. As physical size decreases, storage space continues to increase.

Discord relaunches age verification, removes mandatory selfie and ID requirements

Discord is relaunching its age verification requirement but without the mandatory video selfie and government ID requirements. These methods will still be available, but they will no longer be the only age-verification options.

Morgan Freeman Starred In An Overlooked Sci-Fi Movie Based On A Classic Short Story

Morgan Freeman has starred in a host of overlooked movies, and this sci-fi flick featuring "The Hunger Games" star Josh Hutcherson is a prime example.

Can't Find A New RAV4? Here Are 5 Other Toyotas To Consider

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is brilliant - and almost impossible to buy. But fret not, for Toyota has a handful of alternatives that might be right for you.

Garmin: New update released for popular smartwatches

Garmin is now offering a new update to several of its popular smartwatches. Available to download globally, the new update is the second in Garmin's current development cycle following a recent stable rollout.

I replaced my Obsidian setup with this all-in-one open-source workspace

Obsidian finally met serious competition.

Stop believing these 5 myths about multicolor 3D printers before you buy one

Inside the world of multicolor printers false assumptions collide with filament logistics and workflow quirks.

My Galaxy Z Fold 8 is now a one-handed device thanks to this free app

No more struggling to reach both sides of my phone

Can Muse overcome Meta’s trust issues?

On Equity, we discussed how Meta's AI announcement managed to steal the spotlight from OpenAI and Anthropic.

Vaio releases special-edition laptop with 2.5K display, up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD

Vaio has released the Kachi-iro special edition of its T series in Japan. The 13.3-inch Copilot+ PC features a Core Ultra X7 358H processor, Intel Arc B390 graphics, up to 64GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 2.5K touchscreen.

Is Area 51 On Google Maps?

Given all the secrecy surrounding Area 51, the testing facility in the Nevada desert, you may be surprised to find out what's there on Google Maps.

Bosch 2026 Advent Calendar For DIYers: What's Included & Where To Buy

Bosch's 2026 Advent calendar gives DIYers a tool-themed countdown to Christmas, but U.S. buyers should know a few things before ordering one for the holidays.

Scientists Just Used Solar Panels To Convert Plastic Into Hydrogen Fuel — Here's How

Solar power is awesome because it's emission free, but it's not limited to making electricity; one team is using it to extract hydrogen from plastic.

I replaced Google Keep with an open-source notes app, and I wish I'd done it sooner

An extremely convincing Keep replacement

The $50 Android tablet experiment: From smart home hub to retro gaming machine

Cheap tablets are perfect for DIY projects with a small budget.

Budgie 10.10.3 brings back the Keyboard applet removed earlier this year

The third minor release in the Budgie 10.10 series is here, bringing small features and improvements, including a rewritten Keyboard applet. Read more...

An Asus homage to legendary Apple Mac Pro: GB300 DGX workstation gets two thumbs up from reviewer who calls $120,000 AI supercomputer 'the most capable thing we’ve ever put on a desk'

ASUS's ET900N G3 workstation delivers data center-level AI performance, running dozens of agents at once for roughly $120,000.

Sony reveals 9 games leaving PlayStation Plus in October 2026

According to Sony, a total of nine games will be removed from PlayStation Plus in October 2026. The lineup includes Silent Hill 2, Jurassic World Evolution 2, and more.

5 Smartwatch Brands With The Longest Software Support

Software support is a major factor in determining a smartwatch's longevity. Here are some brands that offer the most generous software support windows.

Lenovo launches new budget gaming monitor with HDMI 2.1 and AMD FreeSync Premium

Lenovo has launched a new budget gaming monitor. Set for release in all regions except the Americas, the LOQ 25-10 Monitor combines a 280 Hz refresh rate with HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) ports, 0.5 ms response times and 99% sRGB colour space coverage.

What's The Difference Between Transmission Fluid And Hydraulic Fluid?

Transmission fluid and hydraulic fluid both lubricate and protect mechanicals parts, but that doesn't mean they're the same. There are important differences.

Bill Gates says it's 'completely irresponsible' for AI to not have safeguards

The Microsoft co-founder said that the more present danger is bad actors with access to AI tools.

Linux project gets a new name because not many people knew about it

For many years, the name "postmarketOS" was a mouthful. Now, the devs have rebranded it with a much simpler name in hopes of increasing its visibility. Read more...

vivo X500 Pro Max unboxing and hands-on

We had the pleasure of attending the vivo X500 Pro Max unveiling in China, but we're now back at HQ and can get our unboxing hats on! And boy, is there a lot to unpack here. First, a word on the phone itself. This is vivo's latest premium f

GPU prices are awful, and integrated graphics are saving budget PCs

Modern iGPUs are making budget gaming PCs more viable.

How I extended my Wi-Fi connection without ruining my speeds

I needed more Wi-Fi coverage, but I refused to use an extender

I ditched YouTube's bloated app for Brave, but I'm keeping my Premium subscription anyway

Its customization is unreal

Klassic brings the KDE 3 desktop experience from 2002 to KDE Plasma 6

It just hit its v1.0 release, too.

UK campaigners who beat AI copyright plan warn Australia

Campaigners who helped stop the UK from letting AI companies train on copyrighted work without permission have warned Australia not to try the same thing. They spoke to Dan Milmo for the Guardian. Australia’s government is weighing an opt-o

Should you ditch your tablet for a foldable phone?

Foldables expand to almost the size of an iPad Mini.

Mid-Controls Vs. Forward Motorcycle Controls: Which Type Is Better For Handling?

Choosing peg placements for your cruiser? Discover whether mid-controls or forward controls give you better cornering agility and weight distribution.

Trump to host Anthropic’s Dario Amodei at White House dinner, Axios reports

President Donald Trump plans to host Anthropic boss Dario Amodei at a private White House dinner on Sunday evening. Maria Curi and Marc Caputo broke the news for Axios, citing people familiar with the matter. It would be the first one-on-on

A barely working Android phone screen didn't stop me from building a functional home server

A battered Samsung screen and erratic touch responses forced creative fixes to resurrect a spare phone as useful hardware.

I added a cheap DVR to my TV antenna and skipped another monthly fee

A cheap DVR lets me record free OTA television without adding another streaming subscription or monthly fee.

BYD says its new solid-state EV battery tech is nearly ready for the open road

The Chinese company is one of several car makers expected to adopt solid-state batteries in the next few years.

Anker launches new video doorbell with 360-degree field of view and AI tracking

Anker has launched the eufy Video Doorbell S4 at $299.99 as part of its Edge 5.0 lineup alongside the SoloCam E50. The wired doorbell pairs a 3K, 9MP camera and a 180 by 180-degree lens with a VR viewing mode, AI tracking, radar with dual P

Best Vivo phones in 2026

If you’re planning to buy a flagship in 2026 and don’t want to compromise on image quality, a Vivo phone could be an interesting option, especially if you’re not locked into the Apple ecosystem. Here are a few Vivo phones that make the most

You're Wasting The Potential Of PlayStation 5 Headphones Without Trying This Feature

Unlocking better sound on your PS5 takes 2 minutes. Learn how creating a Personalized 3D Audio Profile completely transforms in-game spatial awareness.

China reportedly may let Alibaba and ByteDance buy new Nvidia chips

China’s government has signalled it may let firms such as Alibaba and ByteDance buy Nvidia’s new RTX Pro 5500 chip. The Information reported the news on Sunday, citing two people familiar with the matter. China’s tech ministry recently aske

Which Toyota Models Come With The Turbocharged I-Force Max Powertrain?

Toyota's i-Force Max is a turbocharged hybrid powertrain available in two guises, with a maximum output of 437 hp. Here are the models that come with it.

From AI endpoints to IAM: 5 cybersecurity CEOs we’ve been watching this summer

Cybersecurity has had no shortage of new companies and ideas this summer. Behind some of the most interesting developments are founders who have spent years working on the problems they are now trying to solve. Their companies span differen

I stopped installing every new self-hosted app, and my local stack instantly got healthier

Not every shiny new app needs a container

Blender always scared me, but Claude helped me make this animated video in just a few hours

If you've ever opened Blender, panicked, and closed it five minutes later, this one's for you.

TerraMaster D8 Hybrid 2 review: one step forward, and two steps back

TerraMaster has upgraded the D8 Hybrid with a Gen 2, but is it a meaningful upgrade over the original? Read on to find out. Read more...

The pros and cons of using a foldable phone

Foldable phones are gaining momentum, but have they been refined enough to make it to the mainstream? Here are some things to consider.

Huawei Mate 90 live photos reveal vibrant green design ahead of launch

Huawei may have just spilled the launch date for the Mate 90 series, although its arrival was already expected soon. Reportedly, a page briefly went up on Huawei’s official Chinese site today that confirmed an October 1 launch date for Mate

5 Wi-Fi Mesh Systems With The Longest Software Support

Buying a mesh Wi-Fi system that lasts for years means looking beyond specs. We compared support policies and update history to find the longest-lasting options.

Craftsman 2026 Advent Calendar For DIYers: What's Included & Where To Buy It

The holiday season is fast approaching, and Craftsman has an advent calendar for the tool-lover in your life. Here's what you get in the box.

An Essential Google Maps Feature Keeps Disappearing For Some Android Auto Users

A recently added Google Maps feature is already disappearing from Android Auto for some users. Here's what's happening and what drivers have tried so far.

Microsoft gutted the Age of Empires studio while folding it into Activision

"Our studio was reorganized to be under the Activision umbrella," former senior software engineer Andrew Martz said in a LinkedIn post. "As part of that reorg, our next project was canceled and a large chunk of our studio was laid off. I wa

I replaced my Fire TV with a mini PC, and now my TV does things Amazon never intended

It's not perfect but it's good enough

This Galaxy feature turned my messy phone into something organized—without organizing anything

One swipe and I don't have to worry about my cluttered app drawer.

Google Keep solved my group chat chaos problem

Google Keep makes Google Messages the perfect multitasking tool

8 Highly-Rated TV Antennas That Work Right Out Of The Box

For cord cutters getting tired of mounting subscription fees, these antennas represent another option you can try to get programming on your TV for free.

Gemini app replacing Gems with skills in November

In 2024, Google introduced Gems as “custom versions of Gemini.” The Gemini app will soon replace Gems with “skills.” more…

Inspired by The Witcher, this RPG loved by 88% of players is 80% off on Steam

Deal | In Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, you play as Meve, the Queen of Lyria and Rivia, and you must once again go to war. Defeat your enemies in card-based combat, explore a world full of dangers, and complete various objectives.

OpenAI agents tried to ‘bruteforce’ a UN website

Security researcher Rowan Howard-Jones says that OpenAI agents scanned the UN Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site over 16,000 times between April and June. While the incident doesn't quite rise to the level of the

Google Nest Vs. Ecobee: Which Smart Home Thermostat Is Best For You?

Reviewers and users agree that these among the best internet-connected thermostats on the market. But there are some key differences worth knowing.

Xiaomi 18 Standard Edition clears MIIT certification, pointing to a December launch

Xiaomi‘s new flagship line is still missing one phone, and we may now have a rough sense of when it might launch. A device carrying model number M261DB passed wireless certification with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technolo

Why Are Top-Load Washing Machines Cheaper Than Front-Loaders?

When it comes to sticker prices, front-load washing machines might seem like a bad deal compared to a classic top-loading one. There's more to it, though.

'I broke something': A Claude Code AI agent deleted 48,000 files in just over 100 seconds — then apologized for doing so

A developer had an AI agent run 11 tasks. One messed up dearly.

Microsoft's latest Xbox layoffs have reportedly gutted the Age of Empires studio, cancelling its next game

It likely won't be the last, unfortunately.

Indie game with 98% rating free to play on Steam

Deal | Free-to-play detective game HoloTrials: Case Covered currently has a 98% positive Steam rating for its polished art, animation and five-to-10-hour mystery campaign. Drawing clear inspiration from Ace Attorney and Danganronpa, it deli

These 3 Windows shortcuts stopped me from wasting time on unnecessary clicks

These three Windows shortcuts cut out unnecessary clicks and make the everyday tasks I repeat most feel noticeably faster.

Google Health's home screen widget is bare-bones, so I replaced it with these better widgets

Trends, sleep stages, and vitals Google's widget leaves out

Zelda meets Assassin's Creed Odyssey: PS5 game drops from $60 to $6

Deal | Ubisoft’s action-adventure game Immortals Fenyx Rising is currently discounted by 90% until October 8. With favorable player reviews and up to 60 hours of Greek mythology-themed content, the sale offers strong value for those without

The Last of Us: New freebie now available for PS5 players

Naughty Dog has released a free The Last of Us animated wallpaper for PS5 owners ahead of The Last of Us Day on September 28, with more announcements and digital extras planned. Meanwhile, HBO has added John Goodman, Ian Alexander and Laura

Kobo 6.0 beta update renders certain e-readers unusable

Kobo’s latest beta update is disrupting the core functionality of certain models, causing missing books, annotations and statistics alongside performance and synchronization issues. Kobo says the data remains intact and a fix is forthcoming

Apple has no answer to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Samsung should pounce on it

Since Apple launched the iPhone Duo, people have largely compared it to the Galaxy Z Fold 8. It makes sense, too. Both are wider foldables with a distinct passport-style that's easily distinguishable from the more established book-style of

5 Affordable Alternatives To Starlink Satellite Internet

If you're looking for an alternative to Starlink's satellite internet, these five options stand out as competitors with similar offerings at lower prices.

First Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra cases reveal new details of the revamped camera design

Leaked CAD models have already provided a rough idea of what the Galaxy S27 Ultra and Galaxy S27 Pro will look like. The first real-world photos of very early protective cases now offer more details, particularly about the new and somewhat

Why the iPhone Duo could be beneficial for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8

Apple's iPhone Duo is far from the first foldable phone, but it could upset the foldable market in all-new ways.

Are Bosch Wiper Blades Reliable, And Where Can You Buy Them?

No one likes cheap windshield washer blades, so picking a good brand is a must. Bosch has been around for a long time, but are they reliable?

What new Google Messages features are rolling out [September 2026]

Like other Google apps, Messages for Android A/B tests many features. It can take the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch new functionality in stable. From various reports, Google announcements, and devices we’ve checked, t

Leaked Galaxy S27 Ultra Cases Reveal a Surprising Camera Mystery

The post Leaked Galaxy S27 Ultra Cases Reveal a Surprising Camera Mystery appeared first on Android Headlines.

Is The Google Pixel 11's Extreme Charging Mode Bad For Your Battery?

Both fast charging and extreme charging aim to charge a phone in a very short window, and will increase the average temperature.

5 useful 3D prints that can help you make better online shopping decisions

Measure and size with confidence.

Anthropic’s Dario Amodei gets the SNL treatment

"AI is the devil and I its maker."

10 Multitools That Could Come In Handy On Your Next Backpacking Trip

When it comes to versatility in a small package, it's hard to beat a good multitool.

7 Days: F-Droid 2.0, Firefox 2026 redesign, Android Auto gaming

Our '7 Days' weekly tech roundup brings the juiciest announcements. Read about new Surface hardware, Googlebook, F-Droid 2.0, and Firefox upcoming design. Read more...

Paul Rudd And Alexander Skarsgård Starred In A Forgotten Netflix-Exclusive Sci-Fi Movie

Paul Rudd and Alexander Skarsgård may seem like unlikely co-stars, but the two appeared in a Netflix-exclusive sci-fi film that has been mostly forgotten about.

I bought a used Pixel 8 in 2026; Android 17 makes it feel brand new

It's 'new wine, old bottle,' I guess

How to use Android's Desktop mode to turn your phone into a tiny PC

You can plug recent Pixel phones into a monitor to get a desktop-style interface.

Vision Pro's Long-Term Future Inside Apple Is Seriously in Doubt

The post Vision Pro's Long-Term Future Inside Apple Is Seriously in Doubt appeared first on Android Headlines.

Is Top Tier Gas The Same As Premium Gas?

Premium gas, in spite of the name, doesn't make your car run better, so is Top Tier the same thing? Is it just a marketing term so companies can charge more?

Timex launches premium Atelier GMT Premiere M1a Swiss-made watches in India

Following their US debut last month, Timex has officially launched its high-end Atelier GMT Première M1a watches in India. The new models are now listed and available for purchase on the Timex India website. Pricing The Atelier GMT Première

TechCrunch Mobility: AV companies pick their lanes

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

How to watch Germany vs Greece live streams.

Here's how you can watch Germany vs Greece in the Nations League with full TV channels, kick-off times and broadcast details included.

What Does The Watch Icon Mean On A Galaxy Watch?

One of the icons you may see on your Samsung Galaxy Watch is, surprisingly, a watch icon, which warns you about an important status change to your device.

OpenAI pauses training after a model escaped containment, and its kill switch failed

OpenAI's incident report links the pause to a separate September 20 escape from a restricted training environment. An internal research model found a gap in DNS filtering and used it to contact an external chatbot while attempting to answer

How to use Spotify's Running Mode on iOS and Android

Maximize your stride with Spotify's AI-powered running features.

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

All the ways to watch Norway vs Portugal live streams online – including for FREE – with Nations League 2026/27 action as Erling Haaland and Cristiano Ronaldo go head-to-head.

How to watch Israel vs Ireland: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League game, team news

Here's how you can watch Israel vs Ireland in the Nations League 2026/27 with full TV channels, kick-off times and broadcast details included.

Here's The Salary You Need To Make To Buy A New Car In Your State

Things get more expensive all the time, so it can be tough to tell how much car you can afford. If you want to buy new, you should be making this much money.

5 Best MagSafe Power Banks for iPhone 18 Pros

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max support MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging at up to 25W. Apple says the phones can reach 50% in about 30 minutes when using a MagSafe charger with a 35W or higher power adapter. That’s a notable increa

Can You Watch A DVD With A Blu-Ray Player?

For those who prefer to watch their shows and movies using physical media, there is an important question to answer around using a Blu-Ray player to watch DVDs.

Xiaomi 18 Pro/Pro Max, vivo X500, Pro/Pro Max are all official, Week 39 in review

It's been quite a busy week, and as we're now approaching the end of September, the calm and quiet of summer is truly behind us. Tech is in full swing again! So let's recap the past seven days. Qualcomm unveiled its latest flagship chipsets

Amazon Just Knocked $900 Off Apple's Latest 16-Inch MacBook Pro

Amazon has introduced a major discount on the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip, 32-Core GPU, 36GB RAM, and 2TB SSD, now available for $3,499.00, down from $4,399.00. This is a massive $900 markdown on the high-end MacBook Pro, and i

I almost deleted Google Keep for lacking passwords until I found this hidden Android feature

Private Space fixed the major security flaw in Keep

The Likely Reason Why Apple Stopped Making Wi-Fi Routers

Why did Apple suddenly exit a product category it helped pioneer? Uncover the subtle industry shift that made AirPort routers a dead end for the company.

I use these 5 Samsung features every day, but most Galaxy owners ignore them

Hidden One UI tools worth using daily

How to improve your router's security in 10 minutes

Most internet routers are solid out of the box, but that doesn't mean they can't be made more secure. Often, all you need to do is tweak a few settings.

5 Classic Casio Video Game Watches That Are Pure Nostalgia Today

Before smartphones put games in our pockets, Casio put them on people's wrists. Decades later, its video game watches have become sought-after collectibles.

400-mile range for $21,000: Hyundai turns to Chinese technology for the Ioniq V

Hyundai is making an aggressive push into China, the world's largest EV market, with the new Ioniq V fastback sedan. It measures 16.1 feet long, offers up to 404 miles of all-electric range and starts at the equivalent of about $17,860. The

Users find a default, mandatory Windows feature freezes your PC when you use internet

A mandatory Windows feature could freeze your PC especially when you are connected to the internet. Here's what is happening and how to work around. Read more...

I created a digital Monster Manual in Google Canvas to instantly recall D&D lore

I built my own searchable Monster Manual with Gemini

Sennheiser Momentum 5 review: Great sound, incredible battery life, and few compromises

I spent the last few weeks with the Sennheiser Momentum 5 to determine if this pair actually stands out, testing everything from sound quality and noise cancellation to comfort and battery life.

GlobalFoundries reportedly sees strong demand for Chinese optical modules

US chipmaker GlobalFoundries says demand for Chinese optical modules is strong as more data centres are built, one of its top bosses told the South China Morning Post. Ann Cao reported the interview from Shanghai on Sunday. Optical modules

Limited edition Realme Neo 8 appears online, but it might never be released

The Realme Neo 8 was supposed to get a special edition but it was delayed. Now, a former employee has shared a first look at the phone which might never get released now that Realme has shut down its operations in China.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max Has One Downside Almost Nobody Is Talking About

Reviews of the iPhone 18 Pro Max have been largely positive, but there is one major flaw with the device that is largely being ignored.

Why you should avoid holding down your PC's power button

There are often times when your PC hangs and you need to perform a hard shutdown, but there are a number of reasons why doing it regularly could cause issues.

The Xbox Helix Could Be 3-Times More Powerful Than The PS5 Pro, According To Leak

Microsoft's next Xbox, allegedly codenamed Helix, might just be more powerful than the rumored PlayStation 6, according to internet leaks. Quite a bit more.

Discord rolls out global age checks that sort most users automatically

Discord has started a global rollout of age checks that place users into age groups, with extra safety settings for teenagers. The rollout began on 22 September and will take several days, the company said in a blog post by chief technology

Who Owns Noble Audio, The Premium Headphone Brand?

Noble Audio is a brand well-known for making high-end and extremely expensive headphones, but who actually owns the company behind the products?

Casio launches two new compact GMA-P2110B G-Shock watches in the US

Casio has released two new G-Shock watches in the United States, following their initial launch in India earlier this week. The new models, the GMA-P2110B-1A and GMA-P2110B-5A, are now available on the Casio US website for $145 each. Casio

Entry-level Minix NUC300 launches with speedy Ethernet port and HDMI CEC support

Minix has launched the NUC300, an entry-level mini PC that's powered by the Intel N300. The launch price isn't attractive for the performance, but with a 2.5GbE port and HDMI CEC, it can be a good pick for media needs.

5 Gadgets You'll Want When Traveling Without Wi-Fi

If you're planning to adventure without the internet, these gadgets can help make your trip more enjoyable.

The inevitable problem with measuring B2B marketing by leads

B2B companies today can track almost every movement a prospect makes, yet the numbers that appear most prominently on dashboards can still have little connection to the number executives and stakeholders ultimately care about: revenue. 87%

Horror Legend John Carpenter's Only Oscar-Winning Project Is Streaming For Free

John Carpenter is deservedly renowned as a master of the horror genre, but the filmmaker also loves crafting other things, such as this Oscar-winning western.

I moved to Gemini Notebook after Gems kept hallucinating

I built my own walled garden

Why letting Claude clean your TV's bloatware isn't the best idea

Don't let an AI bot potentially crash your TV.

This wireless eGPU claims to deliver RTX 5090-like performance over Wi-Fi

WiCi recently began inviting interested parties to sign up for updates about the WiCi One, which aims to become the first successful wireless external graphics card. The device, sponsored by Nvidia's Inception Program, aims to support popul

A nightmare for bargain hunters? 14-year-old CPU technology in Xiaomi's new 2026 tablet

Although the affordable Xiaomi tablet features a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset that is new on paper, buyers of the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 get outdated technology for their money. This reuse of old processor cores not only affects performance but als

EU’s AI envoy tells commissioners to focus on using AI, Politico reports

The EU’s special envoy for industrial AI has told the EU’s top officials to focus on using AI to lift Europe’s slow productivity. Racing to build the best models matters less, he told them. Zoya Sheftalovich reported the story for Politico.

9 Of The Best (And Worst) Smart Home Gadgets, According To Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports product reviews can help you buy the right tech devices for you. Here are nine of the best and worst smart home gadgets, according to CR.

Hands-on with the Gamrombo RH-5189 PlayStation 5 controller: DualSense replacement at half the price

Gamrombo offers two PS5 controllers: the RH-5188 with programmable back buttons, and the simpler, cleaner RH-5189. The latter can cost as low as $40 when purchased through certain channels, and here's how it performs.

Council backed Devon AI datacentre before it went public, Guardian reports

A council in north Devon backed a huge AI datacentre plan more than a year before the public knew about it. The documents were reported by Sandra Laville for the Guardian. Campaigners got the papers through freedom of information requests.

Microsoft shares new Edge tools to fill key performance gaps to improve slow web apps

Microsoft has shared new Edge tools that target key performance gaps to help devs make faster web apps so as to enable smoother experiences. Here's how. Read more...

Gemini Live vs. ChatGPT Voice: Which AI offers a more natural conversation?

Speaking with an AI chatbot can be a little awkward, but companies like Google and OpenAI are working on fixing that.

Why Does The Ford F-150 Still Have A Tall Antenna?

Most modern vehicles have moved away from long mast antennas, but the Ford F-150 still has one. There's a practical reason the pickup hasn't followed the trend.

I keep losing my Google TV remote, so I started using my Pixel Watch to control my TV

My Pixel Watch became my backup TV remote

Why it's important to not put your PC on the floor

If you're not going to put it on your desk, at least do these things.

Leak shows a new iPad mini is on the way, even after Apple's folding iPhone

We can expect more Apple products in October, including a new iPad mini and a second HomePod mini.

Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command)

Humanoid robots have improved emotional mimicry to the point of being able to cry during an emotional conversation.

Developer shows off Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA V, Fallout 4, and other AAA PC games running natively on iPhone 18 Pro

A developer has built a Windows PC game emulator for iOS that seems to run AAA titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA V, Fallout 4, and more at 720p 30 fps or better. The emulator is a port of Wine along with ARM64 and DirectX-to-Metal tran

New reporting suggests Halo Studios had early plans for Halo novel tie‑ins that never materialized

Halo Studios reportedly planned Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes, Halo 7, and a standalone Halo: First Strike spin-off before the studio’s recent changes.

Russia targets Ukraine's data centers as attacks disrupt internet access for 100,000 households

The September 25 attack struck Kyiv's Solomianskyi district. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said seven people were injured, including a child, while three of those killed were found in a parking lot outside the building. The blast damaged the facad

Microsoft’s biggest week in months: new Surface lineup, Copilot+ fallout, and AI overhaul

New Surface hardware, the quiet death of Copilot+ branding, and a major AI reset all arrived in a few days.

Google Pixel can use Tensor as long as it wants; it’s all the other specs I’m jealous of

This week saw the debut of Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon chips and, with it, the usual onslaught of Tensor hate around Google’s Pixel phones. Personally, I don’t care about those, but new launches around Qualcomm’s event have shown off a lot

MobLand season 2 episode 3 release date and time on Paramount+

The Harrigan family is more divided than ever, and Frankie is about to make that worse. So, when does MobLand season 2 episode 3 arrive on Paramount+?

Denmark vs Wales Free Streams: TV Channels, Live Streams & Kick-Off Time for Nations League 2026/27

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How to watch Serbia vs Netherlands: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League 2026/27

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Take on our Marvel expert's tricky VisionQuest quiz ahead of its October debut

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How to use the Live Text feature on your iPhone

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Not The Toyota Corolla: This Compact Car Has The Best Seat Quality, According To JD Power

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iPhone Duo vs Microsoft Surface Duo: One name, two very different devices

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Why OLPC’s $100 laptop never stood a chance

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With the right software, you can run Android apps on your Windows PC. Here's why you may want to and how to get it set up on your own computer.

Deals: Google’s Pixel 11 series gets price cuts, Samsung Galaxy Z8 foldables discounted

The Google Pixel 11 series is currently available at a discount, along with last year’s Pixel 10 Pro. Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 are also on sale. Meanwhile, Xiaomi’s 17 series and 17T lineup a

How to manage app updates with UniGetUI in Windows

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Total War: Warhammer 40,000's diplomacy will exist 'in a different form,' and players will need to manage relationships with local forces and planetary governors, says Creative Assembly — 'How you manage them is kind of down to you'

Total War: Warhammer 40,000's diplomacy system will affect players' standing with planetary governors and local forces, forcing them to manage relationships.

Googlebooks might be the real deal

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Mortal Kombat creator polled X on fighting games ... Xbox's won

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We finally measured a remarkable material no container can hold

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Forget Basic Writing Tools: Revise Can Edit Your Word Documents With AI

AI writing tools have become common, but many are still focused mainly on generating and editing text. Revise takes a different approach by combining AI assistance with a full-featured document editor. The new web-based platform is designed

Apple HomePod mini 2 Leaks Reveal New Colors but No Major Redesign

Apple looks ready to finally update the HomePod mini. New images found inside Apple's own code show the HomePod mini 2 in five colors, while also confirming that Apple is keeping the familiar design. The leaked colors include green, pink, b

Honor Magic 9 Series Specs Leak Ahead of Tomorrow’s Launch

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Microsoft strips event features from new Teams Premium

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Weekly poll: what do you think of the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

Hot on the heels of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and 8 Elite Gen 6 announcement, Xiaomi unveiled two flagships featuring the new chips. These two are already on sale in China and Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro series wi

Microsoft policy deletes inactive Teams Planner plans

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Vivo X Fold 6 Global and India launch dates leak

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How to watch Tall Tales & Murder for *FREE* – stream the Dublin Trilogy adaptation from anywhere

An adaptation of Caimh McDonnell novel A Man With One Of Those Faces starring Aidan Gillen, here's how to watch Tall Tales & Murder free from anywhere.

Through October 4, you can get these 20+ AI models for life for just $55

Macworld TL;DR: ChatPlayground AI gives you 20+ popular AI models, and a lifetime subscription is only $55 through October 4. Most people who use AI end up paying for two or three chatbots at once. Most AI subscriptions are about $20 per mo

This $2,900 10TB cloud storage lifetime subscription is $270 today

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Global Oppo Find X10 shows up on Geekbench as company teases international launch

The Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max launched in China earlier this week. Now, the global version of the Find X10 has shown up on the Geekbench platform, confirming what international buyers will get inside. Tipster Abhishek Yadav spotted the

Scientists found unexpected visual clue of dark matter inside our own Milky Way

Scientists managed to discover an unexpected visual clue suggesting the presence of dark matter hidden deep within our own Milky Way galaxy. Here's how. Read more...

Honor Magic 9 series full specs surface for all three phones before launch day

Digital Chat Station has filled in the remaining details of Honor’s Magic 9 lineup, just days after Honor confirmed the starting price for the series. The lineup launches tomorrow with three models, and the latest leak reveals the display s

OpenAI pauses most powerful AI training after thousands of sandbox escapes uncovered

OpenAI and Anthropic are probing tens of thousands of AI misbehavior incidents, including guardrail bypasses and sandbox escapes, prompting OpenAI to freeze flagship model training. Read more...

How to watch Eva Longoria: Searching for France from anywhere – it's *FREE*

Here's how to watch culinary travelog Eva Longoria: Searching for France online for free from anywhere in the world, starring the Desperate Housewives actor.

Over half of UK firms say an AI agent has gone rogue on them — and affected their business or their customers

Businesses are struggling to effectively control their AI agents, with over half of British companies admitting to at least one breach of business policy by an automated system.

Weekly poll results: the Redmi Note 17 Pro and Note 17 Pro Max feel like a step back

While they were not universally loved, the Redmi Note 15 series from Xiaomi got a positive response in a poll a year ago. The Pro+ model was clearly the fan favorite, but the Pro did well for itself too. Last week we polled your opinion on

PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair

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Google tests buying from Walmart-owned Flipkart through Gemini and AI Mode in India

The limited test covers select products and users, with a broader rollout planned for later in October.

Timex launches three classy Waterbury Heritage automatic watches with transparent casebacks

Timex has released three new automatic watches under its Waterbury Heritage collection. The lineup, which is now available in the US and UK, includes two 39mm day-date models and a 41.5mm GMT version. Design Details Also ReadBest Fitness Ba

WhatsApp is redesigning its Android app, here's how

WhatsApp is currently in the process of redesigning its Android app, according to a new report. The redesign is right now focused on the app’s navigation bar, which is getting a new look and a new item inside of it. The image below shows th

Why we won't know how visible the iPhone Duo's crease is for a long time

The iPhone Duo has an impressively minimal crease, but that's only how it looks at the start. We'll have to wait a while to see what develops over time.

Look, no humans involved! Ukraine used heavy bomber UAVs to deploy unmanned ground vehicles behind enemy lines in shock tactical move

Ukraine's Third Army Corps used bomber drones to deploy ground robots behind Russian lines, expanding its use of unmanned battlefield systems.

Timex launches two stunning Marlin GMT watches with ice blue and chocolate brown dials

Timex has expanded its Marlin lineup with a pair of new quartz GMT watches, which are now available in the US and UK. The release brings dual time zone tracking to the company’s mid-century-inspired watch collection, offering a straightforw

How powerful of a power bank do you need to safely charge a laptop?

A power bank is more than its capacity. You also need to know how fast it can deliver power so your laptop doesn't drain while it's connected.

Your old GPU could be worth more than you think

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Why your iPhone hates printer cables

AirPrint is the easiest path to printing on iPhone; other apps enable this, but printing with a cable isn't supported.

Ugreen launches 65W travel adapter that lets you switch plug types with a simple twist

Ugreen is releasing a new 65W travel adapter that changes how the actual wall plugs work. Instead of the usual sliders or snap-on attachments you see on most international chargers, this one uses a rotating mechanism. It is currently up for

Apple code confirms the main specs of the next entry-level iPad

Apple launched its latest entry-level iPad in March 2025, and its successor has been expected to arrive about two years after that in spring 2027. Ahead of that, a new report brings us the upcoming tablet's main specs, courtesy of "details

Apple hit with $5.7 billion in damages over haptic patents

Haptics tech company Taction sued Apple in 2021, alleging it infringed two of its patents. Now a federal jury in San Diego has awarded Taction over $5.7 billion in damages. According to CNBC, "The lawsuit centered around U.S. Patent Nos. 10

Insurers claim AI is already increasing healthcare costs

Blue Cross Blue Shield says hospital use of AI tools led to an additional $942M in healthcare spending over a two-year period.

Microsoft released Windows 11 KB5127216, KB5125758 setup and recovery updates

New dynamic updates for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2 were released by Microsoft this past week. Read more...

TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement

TikTok will pay Alabama at least $100 million in a settlement tied to allegations that the short-form video platform misled users about safety and was designed to addict children.

Decap is the man behind the drums behind your favorite song

I don't think I'm going to hurt anyone's feelings by pointing out that Decap doesn't have the name recognition of Kendrick Lamar, Olivia Rodrigo, or Charli XCX. But his fingerprints are all over tracks from them, as well as many other artis

Xbox denies $400M PHYSINT budget rumors — here’s what sources say

A new rumor going around this weekend has put Xbox's investment in Kojima Productions way above the real figure. But it remains to be seen just how spendy the projects will end up being.

Deals: Galaxy Z Fold7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra, plus Galaxy S26 FE alternatives

Last week, we focused on the iPhone 18 Pro series launch. This week we’ll have a look at what has been going on with Galaxy phones. Let’s start with the foldables. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 – last year’s book-style foldable – is available

Startup WiCi Built the First Wireless eGPU, But You Won't Like the Price

The post Startup WiCi Built the First Wireless eGPU, But You Won't Like the Price appeared first on Android Headlines.

Every reveal from Minecraft Live 2026, from new biomes to big surprises

Dungeons 2 deep dive, a brand-new dimension, and a Switch 2 launch. Here is everything Mojang just dropped at Minecraft Live.

Insta360 Could Shake Up Smart Glasses with Tech That Puts Frame Comfort First

The post Insta360 Could Shake Up Smart Glasses with Tech That Puts Frame Comfort First appeared first on Android Headlines.

Meta and YouTube say they will run ads for ‘Musk’ documentary after all

Two companies now say they will accept advertising for director Alex Gibney’s upcoming documentary about Elon Musk, following earlier reporting that a number of social media platforms had rejected the ads.

Microsoft wants Copilot to become an "OS" that writes your documents and manages your work

Microsoft recently unveiled a major overhaul for Copilot's business tools. The new suite hands the AI assistant more control in Office, embeds GitHub Copilot's functionality into professional toolchains, and automatically coordinates tasks

Kids turned the comment section of an NPR podcast into a group chat

Middle schoolers, likely blocked from other apps and social networks, apparently turned the Spotify comment section under an episode of NPR's Wild Card into an impromptu group chat. In a new episode of This American Life, host Ira Glass dig

Next Minecraft update teased with Ice Caves and Frozen Zombies

Mojang's next Minecraft Game Drop introduces glowing Ice Caves, Frozen Zombies, freezing potions, and more. Read more...

The Sift is Minecraft's first new dimension in 15 years, coming in 2027

Mojang has announced The Sift, a brand-new explorable dimension coming to Minecraft, marking the first new world added since 2011. Read more...

Lenovo's ultimate tablet for entertainment just dropped to $290

The post Lenovo's ultimate tablet for entertainment just dropped to $290 appeared first on Android Headlines.

Trump Tells OpenAI and Anthropic to Hold New AI Models from UK Testers

The post Trump Tells OpenAI and Anthropic to Hold New AI Models from UK Testers appeared first on Android Headlines.

Microsoft shares fix as KB5002907 accidentally breaks licenses, deletes Windows Office apps

Microsoft has admitted that KB5002907, the latest Office update, is buggy as it invalidates licenses and even deletes apps. A manual fix has been shared. Read more...

Apple's iPhone Steel Battery Tech Could Unlock 10,000mAh Android Monsters

The post Apple's iPhone Steel Battery Tech Could Unlock 10,000mAh Android Monsters appeared first on Android Headlines.

Australian inquiry asks Altman and Amodei to testify

The heads of OpenAI and Anthropic have been asked to face an Australian Senate inquiry into AI and datacentres. The move follows cases in which OpenAI agents got into Australian and US government websites, Luca Ittimani reported for the Gua

Levoit’s new air purifier is for the pet odors that have taken over your apartment

This $189.99 air purifier is specifically designed to tackle pet odors, removing up to 70% in one hour.

OpenAI pauses training of its ‘most capable models’

As reports of OpenAI's models breaking containment, hacking sites, and generally getting out of control pile up, the company has made the decision to pause training of its most powerful models. The decision was made after a model being test

Casio launches new collab DW-5600 G-Shock watch in the US with flashy gold makeover

Casio is bringing its newest streetwear collaboration to the US market. The company has listed the DW-5600BEP-9, a G-Shock designed in partnership with Tokyo-based apparel brand BlackEyePatch, on its US website. The watch originally launche

What Galaxy S Ultra phone does Mark Zuckerberg use?

There's been a lot of discussion about the Galaxy S Ultra phone Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg uses, as he was spotted using what was unquestionably a Samsung Galaxy device during a recent interview. At first glance, it does appear to be a Galaxy

Bitget Hit with 2026's Largest Crypto Theft and North Korea Could Be Behind It

The post Bitget Hit with 2026's Largest Crypto Theft and North Korea Could Be Behind It appeared first on Android Headlines.

Here's the Apple HomePod Mini 2 in all its colors

Apple unveiled the first HomePod Mini in October 2020. It was initially offered in white and midnight, then later in blue, orange, and yellow. Now, an image of the yet-to-be-launched HomePod Mini 2, shared by MacRumors, shows the speaker in

Meta's new AI tools turn prompts into games you can then play inside Facebook and Instagram feeds

The tools let creators use prompts to build 2D or 3D mobile titles. Meta said the games can include multiplayer, progression systems, art direction and difficulty balancing. Creators can also revise the games after the AI generates an initi

Anthropic Just Lost Its Big Court Battle with the Pentagon Over Claude AI Military Use

The post Anthropic Just Lost Its Big Court Battle with the Pentagon Over Claude AI Military Use appeared first on Android Headlines.

Samsung Taylor, Texas, jobs hiring ramps up as production progresses

Samsung has invested billions of dollars in Taylor, Texas, to set up new semiconductor manufacturing plants. As production picks up and mass production is expected to be in full swing by 2027, the company has now ramped up hiring in the Uni

Microsoft Weekly: New Windows 11 preview updates, fresh Surface lineup, and more

Catch up with this week's Microsoft stories in our latest recap. New Windows 11 preview updates, latest Surface devices, Xbox reorganization, and more. Read more...

Samsung pushes ahead with plans to make money from SmartThings API

Samsung has a significant user base for its SmartThings platform and the company has been looking at ways to monetize that user base. It confirmed earlier this year that it will begin charging for SmartThings API access, and the latest repo

Qlearsoul SoulBox S1 review: Possibly the best entry level turntable

So you want to play your vinyl on a kit that doesn't break the bank, but also oozes a quality build with premium parts? Qlearsoul has you covered. Read more...

New York sues Polymarket over unlicensed gambling operation just as it did rival Kalshi

The lawsuit, filed in the New York Supreme Court in Manhattan by Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul under Executive Law 63(12), noted that Polymarket's products are also being marketed to New Yorkers between the ages o

I created an interactive digital avatar of myself — and you can talk to it

After obtaining an interactive avatar and training it to discuss venture fraud, I have mixed feelings about making AI clones of ourselves.

Google combines Material 3 Expressive & Liquid Glass on the iPhone [Gallery]

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Can Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince save the web from AI?

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Nikon launches Z5IIC full-frame camera with 15 scene modes & 4K 60fps video

Nikon is expanding its mirrorless camera lineup in India with the new Z5IIC, which is scheduled to arrive this October. The full-frame camera is priced at Rs. 139,995 ($1,460) for the body only and is designed to make the jump from smartpho

Microsoft explains why we haven't seen a Surface-branded MacBook Neo competitor yet

In an interview with Windows Central, Surface CVP explains why we haven't seen a Microsoft-made MacBook Neo competitor this year.

Here are some more renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Samsung was expected to unveil the Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra this month, but rumors now suggest it will make these tablets official next month - October 7, to be precise. Leaked renders of both tablets revealed their designs,

Top Stories: Apple Leaks, Siri AI Settlement, and More

The Apple rumor mill never stops, and this week MacRumors was able to break the news of details on several upcoming products. We're also still learning more about the just-released iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max plus the upcoming iPhone Duo, whi

Halo has fallen so far that even Activision taking over gives me some real hope

Halo has fallen to such a low point that a completely new team under Activision could be more exciting than another game from Halo Studios.

The AI job apocalypse hasn't hit recent college grads, at least not yet

That result runs counter to growing concern that companies are using generative AI to cut back on entry-level hiring. It also differs from a recent Stanford University study, which found weaker employment trends for younger workers in occup

OPPO Find X10 Pro Max vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Which Flagship Is Worth Your Money?

OPPO Find X10 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra represent two different approaches to the premium smartphone. OPPO pushes aggressive hardware with a 144Hz display, enormous 8,000mAh battery, triple 200MP cameras, and fast charging, while

Get the 1TB SanDisk Optimus GX 7100 NVMe SSD for $199 and boost your gaming experience today

The SanDisk 1TB Optimus GX 7100 NVMe SSD is now $199, down from $209.25. With PCIe 4.0 speeds up to 7250MB/s, it cuts load times, boots faster, and includes Game Mode. Read more...

Red Magic 12 Pro+: A Gaming Phone with Cooling Arrives in October 2026

RedMagic, the gaming brand under Nubia, has confirmed on its official Weibo profile that the Red Magic 12 Pro+ will arrive in October 2026. This marks the first official confirmation of the timing after months of speculation. Details about

Don't uninstall Black Ops 7 until the last minute and get all the 2XP tokens you can for MW4

Even if you're not actively playing Black Ops 7 now ahead of Modern Warfare 4 launching in October, you can still use it to make leveling speedier in the new game.

Oppo gives us our best look yet at the upcoming K14 Plus, confirms memory options

Oppo recently announced that it would unveil the K14 Plus in India on September 29, with online retailer Flipkart revealing its design, color options, and key specs. Now, Oppo has set up a page on its Indian website and shared images of the

Microsoft killing a legacy feature early on Windows 11 26H2, 25H2, 24H2 on Media Player

Microsoft it seems is quietly retiring a beloved Windows Media Player legacy feature earlier than expected across Windows 11 24H2, 25H2, and 26H2. Read more...

Here are the 5 biggest upgrades to HyperOS 4

HyperOS 4 is a pretty significant upgrade for Xiaomi devices that’s built on top of Android 17. It brings numerous upgrades across the system, along with a couple of new features, but there are 5 upgrades that make big differences, and that

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

Macworld You waited months for Apple’s new iPhones to arrive, but it’s worth protecting that investment from day one. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are tougher than previous generations, but they can still be scratched, chipped or damaged i

Memorial to haemophiliac schoolchildren given infected blood during experiments

Boys who were infected with HIV and hepatitis after being experimental on with new haemophilia treatments have been recognised with a new memorial at their school.

Stop renting your MS Office apps and get a permanent license for your Mac for $89.97

Macworld TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for $89.97 (MSRP $219) with a one-time license and no subscription or renewal fees. If recurring software costs are eating into your budget, a lifetime Office license can be

This $30 AI storage cleanup app saves you from buying more cloud space

Macworld TL;DR: Cleaner Kit for iOS is an AI-powered cleanup app for photos, videos, contacts, and email, and a lifetime Premium Plan subscription is on sale for $29.99 (reg. $104.97). An iPhone fills up fast with duplicate photos, blurry s

OpenAI models accessed US government data and 'tried to hack another site'

OpenAI models accessed data on two US government websites and carried out an unsuccessful hack on a Department of Education site, according to new investigations.

watchOS 27: 12 New Things To Check Out on Your Apple Watch

Apple released watchOS 27 on September 14. The features and changes aren't limited to owners of new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 models. If you have an Apple Watch model that supports the latest update, here are 12 features

Deals: massive price cuts for the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Flip8, Pixel 11 series also discounted

The Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Flip8 are around one-third off this week – these are massive discounts for cutting-edge foldables that only launched last month. The big Z Fold8 Ultra along with the Pixel 11 series has smaller discounts that are st

Rockstar's $400 GTA VI Collector's Edition is packed with must-have, totally useless stuff

Rockstar recently announced a collectible set focused on Grand Theft Auto VI, the upcoming blockbuster whose extended gameplay reveal crashed Netflix and which will almost certainly make billions in profits over the next few years. Grand Th

Xiaomi announces Pocket Guitar as new magnetic accessory for Xiaomi 18 Pro

Xiaomi has a new accessory for the latest Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max, and it’s designed around their rear display. Because why not. Xiaomi already uses the secondary screen for AI-generated widgets and mini apps, and the new guitar accessory

Dolphin Emulator brings online multiplayer to Android

Dolphin Emulator is one of the best ways to play GameCube and Wii games on modern hardware, with support for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. The latest release adds NetPlay to Android, enabling online multiplayer with desktop users, alo

Honor keeps teasing the Magic9 Pro Max's cinematic mic and teleconverter

Honor is unveiling the Magic9 series on September 28, and since we're just a few days away from the event, the company keeps on teasing the upcoming phones. The Magic9 devices, or at least the Magic9 Pro Max, will feature a cinematic mic, a

iQOO 16 Camera Details Officially Confirmed Ahead of September 29 Launch

The iQOO numbered series has always been more about raw performance than camera experience. However, this seems to be changing with this year's generation. It seems that the iQOO 16 will be quite a camera contender, as iQOO is now confirmin

At Meta Connect, the company’s smart glasses were everywhere

The company behind Facebook and Instagram wants to keep consumers connected to the digital world via its ever-growing line of smart glasses.

Here's proof the vivo X500 Pro Max is a cameraphone to be reckoned with

We had the distinct pleasure of attending vivo's X500 series unveiling in Shanghai, China. If you've never been to such an event, it's pretty nice; the maker usually arranges a bunch of photo opportunities around the location, and vivo did

Crusoe abandons $1.25B plan to use Boom turbines at AI data centers

Boom Supersonic CEO Blake Scholl said the company's new stationary power plants were no longer in Crusoe's near-term plans.

Automattic has a new board after failed attempt to put CEO on leave

After days of upheaval at Automattic, following a failed attempt to remove CEO Matt Mullenweg, the company has a new board.

Unsecured OpenAI agents posted 53 user images on the internet without the lab’s knowledge

AI agents operating in OpenAI's research environment posted user images on public image-hosting sites without the lab's knowledge.

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion starts receiving the Android 17 update

Motorola has started rolling out the update to Android 17 for the Edge 60 Fusion in India, according to reports on Reddit. The update arrives over-the-air as version A171VCH.41-9, and it's a 5.2GB download, so make sure you grab it over a f

Pixelated 118: Googlebook begins

Welcome to Pixelated episode 118. This week, Damien and Abner share their hands-on impressions of Google’s new laptop lineup with Will. What’s it like to use an Android-powered laptop? How different is the Googlebook platform from ChromeOS?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro review

Infinix GT NX Controller and Station Bring Console-Like Gaming to Phones

The post Infinix GT NX Controller and Station Bring Console-Like Gaming to Phones appeared first on Android Headlines.

Meta opens early access program for new Muse features

Anyone interested in joining has to ask Muse to put them on the list.

The hottest new hangout for middle schoolers is NPR’s comment section?

When NPR staffers flagged strange comments under their podcasts on Spotify as bots, it took a Gen Z colleague to (immediately) figure out the mystery.

Snapseed Could Soon Get an Advanced New Collage Tool

The post Snapseed Could Soon Get an Advanced New Collage Tool appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google Messages Finally Rolls Out a Handy New Long-Press Menu

The post Google Messages Finally Rolls Out a Handy New Long-Press Menu appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple Shows New Child Safety Features Across iPhone, iPad and Mac

The post Apple Shows New Child Safety Features Across iPhone, iPad and Mac appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google Health 5.09 rolling out: Cardio Load from third-party workouts, more

Following yesterday’s announcement, Google Health 5.09 is rolling out with support for the new Health Guardian features on the Pixel Watch. more…

Samsung sued over Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy Watch Ultra patent infringement

A US-based company called Ioengine is suing Samsung in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging that the Korean company is using five of its connectivity-related patents without authorization or compensation. These

Google brings back Android Dev Summit with Android 18 ‘powerful new graphics features’ tease

The Android Dev Summit is returning in 2026 after Google’s last focused developer conference in 2022. Additionally, the agenda comes with a mention of Android 18. more…

Google's $5 AI Plan Just Became a Much Better Deal for Developers

The post Google's $5 AI Plan Just Became a Much Better Deal for Developers appeared first on Android Headlines.

PC game emulation on Android is one step closer to high quality

The post PC game emulation on Android is one step closer to high quality appeared first on Android Headlines.

Banks and Credit Unions to Team Up Against Apple Pay Fees

An antitrust lawsuit accusing Apple of blocking tap-to-pay competition is moving forward and will see banks and credit unions able to band together to sue Apple. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White this week certified a class in the lawsuit.

The next iPad mini is shaping up to be a monster upgrade

Macworld Apple’s iPad mini isn’t all that good of a deal right now. For one, it hasn’t been updated in two years. For another, it’s the only iPad that still has the camera on the portrait side. And finally, it costs as much as the iPad Air

Anthropic to pay Akamai $11.6 billion over seven years in cloud deal

Anthropic has committed $11.6 billion over seven years to Akamai's cloud infrastructure, a bet on CPUs that could grow to about $20 billion, and in an unusual arrangement, Akamai is giving Anthropic a potential stake of up to 5% of its stoc

Apple Finally Shares tvOS 27 Release Notes With List of New Features

Apple today finally shared release notes for tvOS 27, nearly two weeks after releasing the software update. Many of the new features and changes listed were already known, but we are sharing the notes for the sake of completeness. tvOS 27 w

Mark Wahlberg is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, and he wants to talk about your work, not his

Mark Wahlberg joins Bruce K. Lee at Disrupt to discuss investing, entrepreneurship, healthcare, wellness, and building businesses.

Amazon's $199 Discount on Apple Watch Ultra 3 Returns to Help Clear Stock

Earlier this week, Amazon knocked the price of the previous generation Apple Watch Ultra 3 down to $599.97, from $799.00. This $199 markdown quickly disappeared, but now we're seeing a new Ultra 3 model (Black with Black Ocean Band) hit thi

Google Pixel Buds could finally let you mute calls with a tap

The post Google Pixel Buds could finally let you mute calls with a tap appeared first on Android Headlines.

Tesla Semi enters volume production after years of delays

The Sparks, Nevada, plant can eventually produce 50,000 trucks a year, or about 1,000 a week, according to Tesla. Before this milestone, the company delivered a small number of trucks to PepsiCo in 2022, but those vehicles were built on a p

Qualcomm may be adding DirectX 12 support on its flagship Snapdragon chips

Qualcomm is apparently considering an official solution to better support PC game emulation on Android. According to one Chinese YouTuber, the company may be adding proper support for DirectX 12 for its Snapdragon chips. If this happens, it

2026 iPad mini: Release date, OLED display, A19 Pro, price and latest rumors

Macworld For those who need a premium small-screen tablet, the iPad mini is a popular choice. But should you buy one now, or should you wait to see what Apple has in store for the next model? Most buyers should wait – the next model is expe

Apple Code Confirms iPad 12 Specs: A19, 8GB RAM, N1, C1X Modem

The next low-cost iPad will be equipped with an A19 chip, C1X modem, N1 networking chip, and 8GB RAM, according to details found in Apple's code by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. We've heard some of these same specifications in prior r

MacRumors Giveaway: Win an Apple Watch Ultra 4 From Lululook

For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Lululook to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a new Apple Watch Ultra 4. Lululook makes all kinds of accessories for Apple devices, including the Apple Watch. The company has a selection

Blood Pressure Trends begins hitting a few Pixel Watch models this week

The post Blood Pressure Trends begins hitting a few Pixel Watch models this week appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple Accidentally Leaked Its Upcoming HomePod Mini 2 Colors, iPad 8 Mini and Smart Home Lineup

The post Apple Accidentally Leaked Its Upcoming HomePod Mini 2 Colors, iPad 8 Mini and Smart Home Lineup appeared first on Android Headlines.

Samsung teams up with Habitat for Humanity to help LA wildfire survivors rebuild their lives

Survivors of the devastating Los Angeles metropolitan area wildfires last year still have a long road ahead of them to rebuild their lives. Samsung is lending a helping hand through its partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los A

T-Mobile and Verizon Ask the FCC for a 6G Test Drive

The post T-Mobile and Verizon Ask the FCC for a 6G Test Drive appeared first on Android Headlines.

MacSync Malware Is Back, and It Starts by Asking for Your Mac Password

The post MacSync Malware Is Back, and It Starts by Asking for Your Mac Password appeared first on Android Headlines.

Qualcomm names Samsung as a key partner for its personal AI ecosystem

Samsung and Qualcomm's work goes far beyond optimizing the latter's flagship chips for the former's high-end smartphones. The two are actively working on bringing new device categories to market, as evident from the work they've done alongs

Launch Week Deals Hit Latest Macs, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and Apple Accessories

This week saw the launch of the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, plus the new Beats 360 headphones. You'll find launch discounts on the Macs below, alongside big markdowns on cushion kits for the Beats 360 headphones, AirPods Pro 3, and more. N

HSBC blocks its app from running inside Samsung’s Secure Folder

Samsung Secure Folder is a secure enclave inside its devices, preventing threats or vulnerabilities that may otherwise be present on the entire device from accessing apps stored and run inside the enclave. That's one of the reasons why a lo

Google is launching AI chips into space to see if they survive up there

MVP is not a data center. It is a small test platform carrying four of Google's tensor processing units, or TPUs. The chips provide roughly the computing capacity of a single data-center server. Solar panels will produce about one kilowatt

iPad Mini 8 Leak Points to OLED Display and A20 Pro Chip

Apple may be preparing its biggest iPad mini upgrade in years. The iPad mini 8 is expected to arrive as early as October, with an OLED display, a newer Pro chip and several design changes. The OLED panel looks like the biggest change. But t

Some iPhone 18 Pro Max Users Experiencing AT&T Cellular Issues

A subset of iPhone 18 Pro Max users in the U.S. are experiencing issues with AT&T cellular connectivity and/or eSIM provisioning, according to complaints across the MacRumors Forums, Reddit, and the Apple Support Community. Affected users a

Microsoft Teams can now automatically block unwanted bots from meetings

Microsoft has rolled out a Teams feature that automatically blocks identified external bots before they can enter meetings.

Is a cellular Apple Watch worth it? GPS vs Cellular explained

Macworld Do you really need an Apple Watch with cellular? Apple’s GPS + Cellular models let you make calls, send messages, stream music and use online services when your iPhone isn’t nearby, but you’ll pay more for the Watch and usually nee

Multiple users report lockscreen issues after installing the September Pixel Drop

The September Pixel Drop brought improvements to the VIP contacts widget, shored up scam detection and added the Pause Point feature to older models. And it seems that it also introduced a nasty bug to the lockscreen. One Reddit user report

New HomePods likely coming soon with Siri AI, updated colors

Macworld Now that Siri AI is officially available in the OS 27 updates, Apple may be getting ready to finally release the updates to the HomePod and HomePod mini. A couple of new reports give us a peek at what we might see. The first report

Infinix GT NX Controller and Station Turn Your Phone Into a Gaming Setup

Infinix is taking mobile gaming more seriously with two new accessories. The company has introduced the GT NX Controller and GT NX Station, designed to turn a compatible smartphone into something much closer to a handheld console or a deskt

UK man sentenced to prison for selling thousands of pirated vinyl records

A Londoner named Rehan Ahmed sold thousands of vinyl records featuring music by popular artists, earning millions of pounds in the process. However, the vinyl discs were all "fake," and Ahmed is now going to jail after being caught by polic

Vivo S2 FE launch date finally revealed, Vivo’s first 10,000mAh battery phone for India incoming

Vivo is rumored to be gearing up to unveil a new S-series phone called the Vivo S2 FE. The handset has been kept under wraps until now, but its existence has been confirmed through a Flipkart listing. The said listing has revealed the desig

HomePod rumors: All we know about HomePod mini 2, HomePod Touch & HomePad hub

Macworld Apple’s HomePod lineup could be about to undergo its biggest expansion since the original HomePod launched. Rather than simply refreshing its existing smart speakers, Apple is reportedly preparing several new smart home devices, in

Google Messages rolls out new swipe for timestamps & reply gesture

Following the long-press menu, Google Messages is widely rolling out new ways to access timestamps and direct replies. more…

iPad Mini 8 leak reveals Apple’s biggest upgrade in years

Apple appears to be preparing a major update to the iPad mini, with the next-generation model expected to arrive later this year. Recent reports and leaked Apple code point to several hardware changes. The update could make the compact tabl

Apple’s new Mac Studio is in stock and already on sale at Amazon

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

The MacRumors Show: Tyler Stalman Talks iPhone 18 Pro's Camera

Photographer and videographer Tyler Stalman joins us on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show to examine whether the iPhone 18 Pro's camera is a compelling reason to upgrade, how its new features affect everyday shooting, and what photo

Deals: Nothing Ear (3a) $79, Anker smart display charger, Ring Battery Doorbell $40, Z Fold 8 $250 off, Copilot PCs, more

Alongside the now updated early fall Prime Day sale at Amazon, we are now tracking a host of notable Nothing deals including Ear (3a) at $79, the new Buds Neo at the $21 all-time low, Headphone (a) at up to 30% off, and Phone (4a) from $449

Microsoft quietly ending ‘Copilot+ PC’ branding for Windows laptops

After a couple of years of relentlessly pushing it, Microsoft is seemingly ending its Copilot+ PC branding for Windows laptops. more…

Jensen Huang says AI labs that can't control their systems should shut down

"Now, if they say the alternative, which is: There is no way to contain our experiments, there's just no way; when we test our AI models, it will get out, and it will damage the world – then I think the answer is that we have to shut the la

Linux On Snapdragon, Pine 64, and F-Droid: Liliputing News Roundup

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

iPad Mini With A20 Pro, New HomePod Mini Colors, and New Apple TV 4K All Just Leaked

The next iPad mini, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K models have all leaked, just a few weeks before the devices are expected to be announced. Specifically, MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris discovered a few of Apple's official images of the

iPad Mini 8 Leaked: A20 Pro Chip, Landscape Camera, and More

Apple's next-generation iPad mini will feature the A20 Pro chip, a rearranged front-facing camera, and a new speaker system, leaked code reveals. The information originates from Apple's own code (spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perri

Exclusive: First Look at HomePod Mini 2 in Three New Colors

Apple's new HomePod mini will share the same design as the original model and come in five colors, MacRumors has found. The information originates from Apple's own code (spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris) and shows clear product

New Apple TV 4K Leaked

MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris has uncovered an image file from Apple for an unreleased Apple TV 4K, suggesting that a new model will finally be released soon. The image is specifically for an "Apple TV 4K (4th generation)" model. Apple

Dell's XPS 13 proves you don't have to spend a fortune on a premium laptop

A modest discount makes one of the best value Windows laptops even easier to recommend.

Nobody wanted an "AI PC," so Microsoft stopped calling it that

At the Snapdragon 2026 Summit, Microsoft and Qualcomm spokespeople confirmed to Windows Central that they are no longer describing new Microsoft Surface products or other devices as Copilot+ PCs. While Microsoft has remained committed to pr

This amazing DIY desk uses a camera and a motor to charge your phone wherever you set it down

HTX Studio spent about two months building the desk. The creator documented the project in a YouTube video that shows the build process and the system's various functions. The project combines camera-based device detection, motor control, w

iPhone 18 Pro fix coming soon to address Face ID freezing bug

Macworld Earlier this week, we reported on a couple of fairly widespread bugs that were affecting early iPhone 18 Pro users. Now it seems as though both bugs are related to the same issue and a fix is on the way. According to 9to5Mac, Apple

These hidden settings become available when you unfold the Galaxy Z Fold 8

The Galaxy Z Fold series offers a near-seamless cross-screen experience. For example, you can open a Samsung app on the cover screen and interact with the app's phone UI, or you can unfold the phone and resume using the app on the main scre

Google's Gemini can now call businesses for you

Pixel 11 owners can now test a feature that lets Google's AI assistant, Gemini, call businesses to carry out several tasks on their behalf. The company has tried this before, but now aims to give users more control. However, it remains uncl

Amazon, Apple, AMD, Google, Tesla, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Qualcomm are all reportedly evaluating Intel's 14A process

Intel has spent years trying to turn its manufacturing arm into a serious alternative to TSMC. Its 14A process is now the key test. Piper Sandler said Intel needs to sign an anchor customer in late 2026 or early 2027 before a planned 2028 p

Huawei Ruiying Z10 Brings Massive 10x Optical Zoom to Mate 90 Pro Max

Huawei is expanding the accessory lineup for its upcoming Mate 90 Pro Max Collector's Edition flagship phone. New details about an external camera module called the Huawei Ruiying Z10 appeared this week on the Chinese social network Weibo.

Nintendo wins $4.5 million piracy judgment after former Reddit moderator fails to defend himself in court

Nintendo sued James Williams, also known online as Archbox, in June 2024 over claims he was the operator, overseer and driving force behind several Pirate Shops.Read Entire Article

macOS buttons have come a long way. See the 40-year evolution here

Macworld The Mac operating system has been around for over 42 years, and it’s seen a lot of changes. There’s one aspect of the user interface that has changed a lot: the buttons that appear on screen. Button changes usually accompany major

Wait, is the iPhone 18 Pro really faster than an M4 Mac?

Macworld You’re not going to want to believe this. It doesn’t feel like it should be true. But it is: The A20 Pro in the iPhone 18 Pro is legitimately faster than a standard M4 as found in the recent Mac mini, or current iMac. That’s right.

My Apple Watch Series 12 lasted over 2X longer than Apple says

Macworld When reviewing the Apple Watch Series 11 last year, I found the battery performance across multiple complete power drain tests to be nothing less than superb. In fact, that’s the exact word I used. Last year, Apple bumped up the es

Microsoft’s new Copilot signals a shift in their AI strategy for Windows & enterprise. Are we past the gimmick phase?

Microsoft’s new Copilot isn’t just a UI refresh — it represents a major shift in how the company wants AI to function across Windows. The assistant is being unified, simplified, and repositioned as the core of Microsoft’s long‑term AI strat

Three ways Apple’s iPhone Duo could help Samsung foldables

Apple recently took the wraps off the highly anticipated iPhone Duo. It brings a Galaxy Z Fold 8-like form factor to the masses. While the tech giant is years late to the foldable party Samsung started, Apple's implementation brings some ge

Create a Custom Pass in the Wallet App on iPhone

In iOS 27, Apple's Wallet app lets you create custom passes for things like event tickets, gift cards, loyalty cards, and more. Here's how it works. If you have a ticket for an event and there's not a digital version available for the Walle

Best iPhone 2026: Every iPhone compared

Macworld Apple’s 2026 iPhone lineup is broader than ever, ranging from the relatively affordable iPhone 17e to the high-end iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, plus the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the new folding iPhone Duo. That gives buyers more cho

Samsung celebrates Asphalt Legends’ Gaming Hub launch in London this weekend

Asphalt Legends fans and gaming enthusiasts who enjoy playing on their Samsung TVs are in for a treat. The free-to-play arcade racing game is now available on Samsung Gaming Hub with no downloads, and to mark the occasion, players are invit

Your iPhone camera is great. These accessories will make it even better

Macworld I used to carry around my trusted Canon 350D camera everywhere. But these days, I don’t need a bulky DSLR to capture beautiful photos. I just use my iPhone. But even the best iPhone camera has its limitations. A good accessory can

Anker MagGo Power Bank 2 Pro review: Fast 25W charging with active cooling

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Large battery capacity Above-average performance 25W wireless or 45W wired charging Fast 45W input Kickstand Informative smart display Color choices Cons No built-in cable Chunkier than some Our Verd

Global Xiaomi 18 Pro Gets a Smaller Battery, How Big is the gap?

Xiaomi plans to launch the Xiaomi 18 Pro worldwide later this year. With it comes a pattern fans know well: the global version will have less battery capacity than the version sold in China. This news comes from a recent leak shared on Weib

Xiaomi Launches a 4K Indoor Camera With Full-Color Night Vision and AI

Xiaomi has launched a new indoor security camera in China, and this one has a rather interesting trick. The Xiaomi Smart Camera 5 Pro Full-Color Night Vision can keep footage in color even at night, while also using local AI to detect peopl

Get Microsoft’s latest coding tools and a full training bootcamp on sale for $44.97

Macworld TL;DR: A lifetime license to Visual Studio Pro 2026 plus 16 coding courses is on sale for $44.97 (reg. $1,999.99) through October 4. Learning to code usually means paying for a professional IDE and then hunting down separate tutori

How to Check Your Mac's Manufacture Date in macOS 27

If you installed macOS 27 Golden Gate, here's a way to find out when your Mac was manufactured. Apple has restored access to information that effectively disappeared when it randomized its serial numbers a few years ago. On your Mac, go to

Cyber attack at police force in Wales

A police force in Wales has suffered a cyber attack which has caused disruption to some non-emergency systems and could have led to staff information being "accessed or compromised".

OUKITEL Celebrates US Anniversary with Massive Discounts on Its Tough Smartphone Lineup

Over the past few years, the rugged smartphone market has undergone a noticeable transformation. What used to be a niche category dominated by chunky, underpowered devices built strictly for construction sites has evolved into a legitimate

Pixel Weather homescreen widget adds manual refresh button

Following last month’s icon update, Pixel Weather is getting a slightly more substantial update with a refresh button for the homescreen widget. more…

What's Gone in macOS Golden Gate and What's Next in macOS 28

With macOS Golden Gate, Apple phased out several legacy features and services, cutting support for older devices and accessories. More cuts are coming in macOS 28 as Apple continues to root out lingering Intel features. Here's everything th

New rapid test could 'transform' brain tumour diagnosis

Brain tumour patients are to be offered rapid genetic testing as part of a new pilot study which experts say could "transform" diagnosis and treatment.

Scrapping windfall tax early 'could cost UK £8.6bn by 2030'

Replacing the UK's current windfall tax on oil and gas companies could cost the country up to £8.6bn by 2030, campaigners are warning.

TestFlight App Gets New iOS 27 Features

Apple today updated its TestFlight app for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS to version 4.4.0, adding support for features introduced in the latest software updates and products. TestFlight for iPhone supports landscape orientation ahead of

Google Messages finally rolls out new long-press menu with precise copying

After testing got underway in January, Google Messages is finally widely rolling out a new long-press menu in conversations. more…

Google rolling out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 for Pixel

Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 is now available for Pixel devices, barely a week after Beta 5 launched. more…

Google Photos Wardrobe Feature Comes to iOS

Google today said its digital wardrobe option is available in the Google Photos iOS app in the U.S., India, and Brazil. Google first announced the feature back in April, but it was limited to Android users until now. The wardrobe option use

Big Pixel VIPs widget redesign starts rolling out

Following the version 2.0 update rolling out earlier this week, Google is now beginning to launch the Pixel VIPs widget redesign announced in the September Feature Drop. more…

Bellroy’s leather Pixel 11 Pro case is a keeper

Like any sane capitalist, I love getting new stuff. But there’s something heartening about those new things settling into age, like a fecund garden becoming slightly unwieldy, or a pair of shoes getting more comfortable as you use them. Sim

These Microsoft 365 companion apps are getting retired after just one year

Microsoft's Calendar, People, and Files companion apps for Windows 11 are being retired roughly a year after they first shipped.

Android’s Create My Widget ‘app’ detailed on phones, Googlebooks

Create My Widget will debut in early October on Googlebooks. Ahead of that, a Play Store listing details what the interface will look like, including on Android phones. more…

GrapheneOS Expands Beyond Pixel: Motorola Signature 27 to Get Full Support

GrapheneOS is a phone operating system built for privacy and safety. For years, it only worked on Google Pixel phones. That is now changing. Yesterday, the GrapheneOS team announced on X that the Motorola Signature 27 will be supported. It

Motorola Signature 27 confirmed to support GrapheneOS

It’s confirmed: The mysterious Motorola phone getting support for the privacy-focused GrapheneOS will be the Motorola Signature 27 that was announced earlier this week. more…

Chrome now saves scroll position, filled forms when sending tabs between devices

Google today announced a trio of new study-focused Chrome features, with the most notable being how the browser will now save scroll position when you send tabs between devices. more…

Google Photos rolling out Redact tool, Mood filters, & more

Google Photos is rolling out a handful of new features, including a Redact Markup tool and “Moods” on Android. more…

Google rolling out blood pressure & insulin resistance, more on Pixel Watch 3, 4, 5

As previewed during last month’s Pixel Watch 5 launch, Google is now starting to roll out blood pressure trends, insulin resistance trends, and sleep breathing quality metrics. more…

The iPhone Duo’s odd shape actually has a very cool name

Macworld The upcoming iPhone Duo’s form has widely been referred to as a having a “similar size to a passport,” comparing it to an object most people are familiar with. But an article by British GQ last week points out that the shape is bas

The Division 2: Echoes of Central Park is going to be dark, terrifying, and brilliant

The curtain has been pulled back on The Division 2 Echoes of Central Park and this latest expansion has a darker, more mysterious tone to previous content, and it's looking incredible.

Huawei Expands HarmonyOS 7 Rollout to More Phones

Huawei is expanding its HarmonyOS 7 rollout to more of its smartphones. The Mate 80, Pura 90, and nova 16 series are among the first phones to receive the new system. Huawei has been releasing HarmonyOS 7 to supported devices in stages sinc

uBlock Origin broke on Edge, so I finally quit the browser

An ad-filled Microsoft Edge broke my daily article proofing routine, turning a long-overdue browser switch into an immediate need.

INTERVIEW: Copilot+ PC branding is gone — and Microsoft isn’t saying much about why

In a new interview, Microsoft Surface CVP confirms that its new Surface PCs are no longer called Copilot+ PCs, but will still support all Copilot+ features.

Poll: What's your favorite Surface of 2026?

Twelve Surface devices, a new Surface Mouse, and the upcoming Laptop Ultra have made 2026 unexpectedly busy for Microsoft hardware.

GameSir's Tarantula 8K controller is up there with the best, without the high price

The GameSir Tarantula 8K is a mindblowing controller for PC players, boasting high-end tech and performance at a budget-friendly price.

Can the Honor Magic9 Pro Max's 500mm Attachment Replace a Big Camera?

Honor is preparing a Photography Master Kit for the Magic9 Pro Max, featuring a pair of external telephoto converters. In a Weibo post today, WHYLAB showed off the kit in a series of photos. The system includes two telephoto converters, the

Bethesda promises Obsidian will keep its identity under ZeniMax

Bethesda has reassured Obsidian fans that the studio will retain its creative identity and leadership following its move under ZeniMax, as work begins on a new Fallout project.

Apple Will Fix iPhone 18 Pro Face ID Reboot Bug Next Week

Apple is preparing a software update to fix a reboot bug affecting some iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max users. The problem can cause the phone to freeze and restart after a failed Face ID check. Apple confirmed to 9to5Mac that the fix i

Meta VR Glasses Weigh Just 100g and Are the First IMAX Enhanced VR Device

Meta has unveiled a very different kind of VR device. The new Meta VR Glasses look more like a pair of glasses than a traditional headset, and they weigh only about 100 grams. That is the headline feature. Meta has moved the processor, batt

High levels of 'forever chemical' causing cancer found in blood of residents living near factory

Dozens of residents living near a major chemical factory have discovered high levels of a cancer-causing "forever chemical" in their blood, according to lawyers.

Why the iPhone 18 Pro Shows Green Ghosting at Night Shots

Some iPhone 18 Pro users are reporting green patches and strange flare in photos and videos. Chinese outlet Jiemian News says the problem can appear in dark rooms and warm lighting. Users also say it is more common when using 2x or higher z

The 1TB and 2TB iPhone 18 Pro Models Have Slower QLC Storage

Apple introduced larger capacity options to the iPhone lineup with last year’s iPhone 17 Pro series, which included a new 2TB option. This year’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max still offer four storage tiers: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB

Tecno Shows How EllaClaw Can Be Customized for Different AI Workflows

TECNO is highlighting the customization potential of its experimental mobile AI agent, EllaClaw, through a new collaboration with technology media outlet Digital Trends. The showcase focuses on how agentic AI could fit into the everyday wor

A Triple Screen Laptop, 4G LTE add-on for the Mecha Comet handheld, and Steam Frame: Liliputing News Roundup

The Mecha Comet is a modular Linux handheld computer that launched via a Kickstarter campaign earlier this year, and is now available for pre-order for $239 and up • Why carry around a portable monitor when you can buy a laptop that has one

Surface feels more fragmented than ever after Microsoft's latest refresh

Microsoft just announced new Surface hardware weeks before a Surface event, leaving even less to discuss in October.

Apple Limits New iOS 27 Camera Controls to iPhone 18 Pro and Duo

Apple has limited two new camera controls in iOS 27 to its newest iPhones. The new Texture and Grain options in Photographic Styles are available on the iPhone 18 Pro models and iPhone Duo. Older iPhones do not get these controls. The chang

Xiaomi 18 Pro Series Launches With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and an 8,500mAh Battery

Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in China. This is a big release for the company, with both phones bringing new Snapdragon chips, dual 200MP Leica cameras and much larger batteries. The Pro Max is the r

UK space squadron to guard against 'unprecedented threats'

The UK is setting up its first space squadron to defend crucial satellites and detect hostile missile attacks.

Googlebooks are (almost) here: Liliputing News Roundup

Google positions Android as an open source operating system, but the company has ultimate control over what gets released to AOSP, and now Google is making some of its newest APIs exclusive to Google Pixel devices, at least until Android 17

What’s up with Liliputing? (Fall 2026 edition)

Long-time visitors to Liliputing may have noticed that we’ve been posting news articles less frequently and relying more heavily on news roundups consisting of short summaries or previews of interesting mobile tech news articles found aroun

Snapdragon X2 Elite Mini PC, Steam Frame, and ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Autotwist: Liliputing News Roundup

Valve's open source Lepton tool lets developers port Android games to Linux • The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist 14" laptop is now available in the US • The Asus Ascent QN10 is one of the first mini PCs with Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 E

MINISFORUM S5, ePaper Smart Badge, and Mudita: Liliputing News Roundup

The MINISFORUM S5 is a fanless PC or NAS with 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, an Intel Core 3 304 chip, 5 M.2 slots for PCIe 4.0 x1 NVMe storage, 10 GbE and 2.5 GbE LAN, WiFi 7, 40 Gbps USB4, plus a compact aluminum chassis with heatsink fins The post MIN

Onyx BOOX Palma 3, Xteink S4, and Lenovo Yoga Mini i: Liliputing News Roundup

Here’s a roundup of recent tech news from around the web. The new Onyx BOOX Palma 3 is a pocket-sized eReader with similar specs to the Palma 2, but better build quality with an aluminum frame and fiberglass backplate. Optional stylus suppo

Steam Frame availability, Kobo gets better sync, and Android makes changing password managers easier: Liliputing News Roundup

Here’s a roundup of recent tech news from around the web. Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset is now available to reserve for $1059 and up. It’s designed both for standalone use (with 100+ games that can run on the device itself) or streaming fr

Liliputing News Roundup: (Kindle Jailbreak, Xteink X3, and AMD Gorgon Halo)

For the second time in a month, there’s a new Kindle jailbreak method in the wild. MINISFORUM continues to make ridiculously powerful network attached storage systems. Lenovo is promising seven years of updates for its new premium Android t

Liliputing News Roundup (Amazon, Single-board PCs, Framework)

Here’s a recent roundup of tech news from around the web. The OpenPaper L is a new 13.3 inch digital picture frame with an 1600 x 1200px E Ink Spectra 6 color display, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth, and 6 months of battery life from four AA batterie

Liliputing News Roundup: 09/10/2026

Here’s a recent roundup of tech news from around the web. The upcoming Retroid Pocket Duo is a dual-screen gaming handheld with 120 Hz OLED displays and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4-like processor, while the Pocket Duo Lite has 60 Hz LCD s

Lilbits: Asahi Linux on Apple M3, bootloader unlock for the Fire Max 11, and Acer and Lenovo’s unusual new laptops

Apple’s Mac computers are designed to run Apple’s macOS software. The company doesn’t make it easy for users to install other operating systems. But the folks at the Asahi Linux project have been reverse engineering Apple’s M-series chips s

Amazon Fire Max 11 hacks: Root Shell, bootloader unlock, and custom firmware

Amazon’s Fire Tablets ship with a modified version of Android called Fire OS. That means that while the underlying operating system is based on Android, they have a custom user interface, app store, and other features that are tightly tied

Can a Tiny OS Save This 2011 Mini Laptop?

Can a Tiny OS Save This 2011 Mini Laptop?

Acer’s DualPlay Mini concept is both a gaming handheld and a mini-laptop

This week Acer is expanding its handheld gaming PC family with the new Predator Atlas 7 featuring a 7 inch, 1080p display, an 80 Wh battery, and support for up to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor and 24GB of RAM. It’s expected to go on sal

Acer Veriton RI110 is a mini PC with Intel Core Ultra X7 358 Panther Lake, up to 96GB RAM, and OcuLink

The Acer Veriton RI110 is a compact computer that Acer is calling an “AI Mini Workstation” thanks to its Intel Panther Lake processor with a high-performance iGPU and NPU as well as support for plenty of memory and storage. It also has an O

Amazon tablets with up to 16GB of RAM could be coming soon

Amazon launched its first Kindle Fire tablet in 2011, and over the years the company has dropped the Kindle name, dabbled in the high-end space, and largely settled on the idea that its devices would compete on price and convenience, rather

Lilbits: More phone-sized E Ink gadgets

The number of smartphones and smartphone-sized gadgets with E Ink displays continues to grow. The latest additions come from eReader companies PocketBook and HiBreak, as well as modular IoT company M5Stack. Here’s a roundup of recent tech n

Lilbits: GrapheneOS coming to Moto phones in 2027, Apple launches Mac Mini with M6 and Mac Studio with M5 Ultra, Lenovo launches a handheld for game streaming

Earlier this year we learned that Motorola was working with the folks behind the security-hardened version of Android called GrapheneOS. Now it looks like the fruits of that labor are expected to ripen next year. While Motorola isn’t expect

GPD Win Max 3 mini gaming laptop with AMD Strix Halo to sell for $1750 and up at launch

The GPD Win Max 3 is a mini laptop with a 9.06 inch display, an AMD Strix Halo processor with discrete-class graphics, and a design that makes it clear that this is a little PC made for both work and play. It has a keyboard large enough for

MNT Station lets you repurpose a MNT Reform mainboard as a mini PC

Five years after starting to ship its first open source, modular laptop, the folks at MNT Research are expanding beyond laptops (and mini-laptops) with the introduction of a new mini PC called the MNT Station. It’s basically a compact deskt

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!

In this video, I installed official SteamOS on an all-AMD gaming laptop to see if it can handle high-end gaming!

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?

MEGA65 in 2026: The Ultimate Commodore Machine?

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

Gaming on The Subway Menu Computers

yeah we gaming on the sandwich gaming machines

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

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

I Revived MSN Messenger and Its Forgotten Companion Gadget!

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

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

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

2006 Cyberdeck Running Modern Linux

Running Debian 12 on a 2006 Sony VAIO UX.

REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!

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

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

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

I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone!

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

The PlayStation Was Capable of This All Along?

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

Memory is too expensive so I made my own

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

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

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