Apple iOS 26, macOS 26, and iPadOS 26 are now available with new Liquid Glass UI
Major UI revamp comes to iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Ransomware gangs including Scattered Spider and Lapsus$ claim to retire, but experts warn of possible rebrand
More than a dozen hacking groups are named in the exit announcement
Apple Watch Series 11 and SE 3 impress in early reviews
The Apple Watch Series 11 stands out as one of the most feature-packed models yet, with 5G connectivity, new hypertension alerts, and improved battery life. These upgrades make it a compelling option, though it faces strong competition from the more affordable SE 3. The SE 3 is highlighted for its excellent value while delivering most essential Apple Watch features.
Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without breaking the bank, Microsoft Office 2021 is now available for just $49 for a limited time – an incredible deal.
High-speed voyage: Starlink launches 10Gbps Internet on world's largest cruise ship
Massive "community" speed, much slower individual experiences
US and China reach tentative framework for TikTok ownership deal
TikTok may soon shift to American control
Which browser first introduced private/incognito mode?
Incognito origins: got a guess? Tap to play.
Microsoft to install Copilot by default on Microsoft 365 devices starting fall 2025
European customers will be unaffected by the change
Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for $13
Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time
Swarming drones could overwhelm air defenses, changing the future of combat
New AI software allows drones to fly and fight as one coordinated force
Google lays off 200 AI contractors without warning amid worker disputes
Contractors may be training the AI set to replace them
Pixel 10 users report failures with Google's $49 Pixelsnap Ring Stand just days after use
Loose screws and overheating are clouding the debut of Pixelsnap accessory
Apple could launch another iPhone, more MacBooks, and other devices within months
M5 iPad Pro expected next month
Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford tells Borderlands 4 critics to "code your own engine," calls it a game for "premium gamers"
Pitchford's PR skills deserve their own cautionary class
A hot potato: Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford is not known for his tactful, well-thought-out responses to controversial topics. The latest PR disaster he's waded into is the Borderlands 4 performance nightmare. He's claimed that it's "a premium game made for premium gamers," suggesting the fault lies with those lacking high-end hardware. The exec also said "less than one percent of one percent" of players are filing customer service tickets about performance issues, and asked people to "code your own engine and show us how it's done, please."
French voice of Lara Croft files complaint over alleged AI use in Tomb Raider remaster
Beloved Lara Croft voice actor fights back, dispute spreads to other language versions of the game
OpenAI reveals how people really use ChatGPT: personal tasks over work, women users outnumber men
"Practical Guidance" is the most common use category
Thinking of buying a new SSD? Watch out for potential price hikes
AI could increase enterprise SSD and HDD prices by up to 30%
AI is transforming the future of learning and jobs, says Google DeepMind CEO and Nobel laureate
The Greek prime minister joined Hassabis in discussing the risks and rewards of AI
Big quote: AI is transforming education and the workforce, creating a demand for new skills and strategies. That was the key message from Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind and recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, when he addressed an audience gathered at the historic Roman theater beneath the Acropolis in Athens.
AIDA64 Extreme 8 debuts with native 64-bit support, smarter display handling
AIDA64 Extreme v8.00 is a major update that brings native 64-bit support for faster performance. It introduces OpenCL benchmarks for Nvidia RTX 5000 GPUs, improved multi-monitor handling with per-display DPI scaling, Unicode localization, support for Windows PE v3.0+, and a new SPZIP format for more compact SensorPanel layouts.
This disposable vape just became a "smokin' fast" web server
But can it run Doom?
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CAR TECH
New EV battery could last 600,000 miles, recharge in minutes
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NEXT-GEN
Kioxia-Nvidia project aims for 33x faster SSDs
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THIS WEEK IN APPLE
Apple launches iPhone 17, all-new iPhone Air, more
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EU SETTLEMENT
Microsoft agrees to unbundle Teams from Office
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CAR DEALS, ANYONE?
Used electric car prices now lower than comparable gas cars
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Is Windows 10 actually gaining ground over Windows 11?
Intel's new Core i5-110 appears identical to a 2020 Comet Lake chip
The strange case of Intel's recycled Comet Lake CPU
There has never been a successful, widespread malware attack against iPhone, claims Apple
iPhone 17 security upgrade targets mercenary spyware attacks
Wearable finger mouse brings precision control anywhere, no desk needed
Something to look forward to: Designers have been attempting to reinvent the computer mouse since the earliest iterations were demonstrated in the late 60s. Many would agree that the form factor is pretty well dialed in and refined at this stage, yet folks are continually working on the traditional pointer's potential successor
Nano Banana drives Google Gemini past ChatGPT on iPhone app rankings
Gemini's success signals a new phase in Google vs. OpenAI rivalry, though ChatGPT still leads abroad
Windows 11 now nags you to renew your Microsoft 365 subscription
Redmond continues to push its productivity suite
AirPods Pro 3 first reviews: improved fit, sound, and a new heart rate sensor
The AirPods Pro 3 debut with a built-in heart rate sensor, "Live Translation," and a revamped ear tip system that now offers an additional XXS size. Reviewers praise the enhanced ANC, improved Transparency mode, and upgraded IP57 water and dust resistance.
Netflix drops The Witcher season 4 trailer as Liam Hemsworth takes over from Cavill
Hemsworth has some big shoes to fill
TL;DR: Netflix has released the first teaser trailer and release date for the fourth season of The Witcher. While a lot of people have lost interest in the show since its excellent debut, the penultimate season marks the arrival of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia, replacing the much-loved Henry Cavill.
AMD claims Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs can reach 1,000 FPS, admits Nvidia GPUs required for most titles
In brief: There's no denying that AMD's Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs are very impressive when it comes to gaming. Team Red knows this, and is promoting the processors' ability to hit up to 1,000 FPS in certain games. Surprisingly, the marketing material notes that most titles also need an Nvidia GPU to hit this huge number.
Trump administration launches program to fast-track electric air taxis
Joby and Archer have already signed on
Utah governor blames "cancer" social media for assassinations, including Charlie Kirk shooting
"The conflict entrepreneurs are taking advantage of us"
Over half of UK school hacks are carried out by their own students
Watchdog warns students are the biggest insider threat to education systems
Microsoft adds Bing internet speed test to Windows 11 preview
More a shortcut than a feature
Borderlands 4 GPU Benchmark: Over 40 GPUs Tested
Borderlands 4 is here, and performance is rough. Even the mighty RTX 5090 struggles to hit 60 fps at 4K. We tested GPU performance across presets to see just how brutal this game really is.
Used electric vehicle prices now lower than comparable gas cars
Sales of used EVs jumped 40% in July compared with a year earlier
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