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Qualcomm is officially working on Linux support for X2 ARM laptops

Developers can play with it today, provided they've got the hardware.

Meta’s Muse AI Assistant Hit by Serious Mac Zero-Day Vulnerability: The "Not-a-Mused" Exploit

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Spotify Finally Lets US Users Shape Their Music Recommendations

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Meta Glasses' light to indicate recording is 'not easily visible' says German government report

Meta has updated its Meta Glasses to stop a malicious secret recording strategy, but critics say it isn't enough to stop surreptitious or non-consented filming.

This free open-source tool beats Windows Task Manager at its own game

It just shows how much better Task Manager could be.

I built a Tamagotchi that dies when my homelab goes down

If my server dies, so does my pet.

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Amazon Smart Thermostat drops to $56.99 with 29% discount

If you're looking to make your heating and cooling system a little bit smarter, check out Amazon's Smart Thermostat, which is currently on a discount. Read more...

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 has a secret mirror function that's easy to miss

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You Can Now Try Apple's Unreleased Copland OS in Your Browser

In the mid–1990s, Apple worked on an operating system called Copland, which was announced but never commercially released because of project management issues and feature creep. Parts of Copland were eventually included in Mac OS 7.6 and Ma

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Africa's AI moment has arrived — this 1.5B model built from scratch for 12 African languages beats Google, Meta, and Alibaba while being 8x smaller

MORENA is a 1.5B African language model that beats larger rivals on benchmarks while requiring substantially less computing power.

If Amazon doesn’t know how to eliminate carbon emissions, then who does?

Amazon is one of the largest companies in the world. How much responsibility does it have to meet its net-zero pledge?

iPhone 18 Pro Review: The Best Camera Smartphone Of 2026

As expected, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are iterative upgrades, but the camera quality and battery life are best in class for 2026.

ShinyHunters hackers claim to have 2-3TB of sensitive information about FBI employees

Financial extortion doesn't seem to be the group's goal this time.

Exposed: Top AI Models Cheat Their Way to High Benchmark Scores

The post Exposed: Top AI Models Cheat Their Way to High Benchmark Scores appeared first on Android Headlines.

Praised by 71% of players, this turn-based city builder is available for less than $5 on Steam

Deal | As Far As The Eye is a game developed by Unexpected that is currently 80% off on Steam. You'll have to lead a tribe, make the right decisions, construct buildings, and escape a threat that could destroy everything.

Obsidian identity will remain intact following merge, says Bethesda head

A leaked Bethesda memo reveals Obsidian will keep its leadership and creative identity under Bethesda while working on its own Fallout game. Read more...

RTX 6090 launch : Moore's Law Is Dead leaks more RTX 60 release date information

Moore's Law Is Dead has responded to people who are skeptical regarding the 2027 release date of the next-gen Nvidia GeForce RTX 6090. MLID's Nvidia source has doubled down on the information that the RTX 6090 will be ready for launch in 20

This Lenovo Core 7 laptop with 16GB RAM drops to $680, nearly half off for one day only

This is the laptop for everyone

This Anthropic course's prompt formula fixed the one mistake I was making with every AI tool

Now I know how to get proper responses from AI with a structured prompt.

5 sideloaded Android apps that give you the privacy controls Android is missing

Android isn't that bad with regard to privacy, but these apps greatly expand on its default options.

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.

Alien: Isolation 2's Xenomorph has animations initially designed for the first game, but the team 'didn't have the technology at the time' to use them — but now the Alien is even more 'responsive' and 'reactive'

Alien: Isolation 2 uses Xenomorph legacy animations the studio designed for the first game but didn't have the technology to implement at the time.

Disney+ prices are going up again—what do you pay now?

Just in time for Toy Story 5.

Base Mac mini Gets Slower Storage Compared to Other Models

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US rejects global AI governance at UN Security Council

The United States is rejecting any global governance of advanced AI, telling the UN Security Council in New York today that each country should regulate the technology itself. Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science

Qualcomm is helping Linux run better on Snapdragon X2 laptops with an Early Developer Preview

It's still a WIP, but it's making good headway.

Yahoo CEO says micropayments will never be enough for publishers

Yahoo will keep its AI answer engine Scout full of links back to publishers, CEO Jim Lanzone said on Wednesday. He spoke on stage at HumanX in Amsterdam. He also said micropayments from AI companies will never pay publishers enough. “The la

Durabook's triple-screen laptop is the hardware you want in the field

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Huawei Founder Ren Zhengfei Meets Dongfeng After Weeks of Disappearance Rumors

The post Huawei Founder Ren Zhengfei Meets Dongfeng After Weeks of Disappearance Rumors appeared first on Android Headlines.

Spotify's cache is wasting gigabytes on your phone, but this feature could solve it for good

New cache limit feature on the way!

Honor launches tablet with 12.1-inch 165Hz display, 10,100mAh battery and Snapdragon processor

Honor has started pre-sales for its new tablet in China with a 12.1-inch 165Hz LCD and Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor. It also features a 10,100mAh battery, up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the Chinese version differs from the g

PrismML and Qualcomm Pack 4X Larger AI Models Directly into Smart Glasses

The post PrismML and Qualcomm Pack 4X Larger AI Models Directly into Smart Glasses appeared first on Android Headlines.

VC firm Bessemer now has another $5.75B to invest in (what else?) AI

The VC firm says that AI-native companies are growing faster than any technology, ever.

Microsoft’s new Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch get a Snapdragon X2 Plus upgrade

2024's Snapdragon X Plus-powered Surface devices have received a refresh.

Microsoft launches 12-inch Surface Pro with Snapdragon X2 Plus & 5G, 13-inch Surface Laptop too

Microsoft is rolling out refreshes to its smaller Surface Laptop and Surface Pro machines powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus starting at a price of $1,149. more…

Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-Inch has reignited my desire for one

The post Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-Inch has reignited my desire for one appeared first on Android Headlines.

Older GPUs with native DVI ports solve what modern cards broke

Adapters are your only option these days, but they're far from perfect.

Microsoft's most affordable Surface PCs get a Snapdragon X2 speed boost

There's also a new Surface Mouse with haptics.

I blamed my router for hours before finding this Windows setting causing my LAN connectivity issues

Hours of troubleshooting because of an overlooked Windows setting.

Microsoft unveils the Surface Mouse with a dedicated action button

Microsoft just announced its new mouse with a dedicated button for launching Copilot and other Windows 11 apps. Read more...

The Surface Laptop 13-inch gets Snapdragon X2 Plus and a brighter display

Microsoft just unveiled the new Surface Laptop 13-inch powered by Snapdragon X2 Plus. Check out all the details. Read more...

Microsoft launches a faster Surface Pro 12-inch with Snapdragon X2 Plus

Microsoft refreshed its Surface Pro lineup with the new 12-inch model powered by the Snapdragon X2 Plus. Here are the details: Read more...

Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 13 feature Snapdragon X2 Plus chips

Microsoft's smaller Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 13 are getting a much-needed chip upgrade.

Microsoft launches new Surface Mouse with haptic feedback and ambidextrous design

Microsoft has released a new Surface Mouse to complement its latest Surface Pro and Surface Laptop releases. Featuring Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, the new Surface Mouse also boasts an ambidextrous design, a customisable action button and ha

Microsoft releases new 13-inch laptop with 25% brighter display and up to 18 hours battery life

Microsoft has released a new 13-inch laptop. Available globally, the new Surface Laptop 13-inch is physically smaller than the standard Surface Laptop 8, but still contains a 500-nit display, up to 24 GB of RAM, a Snapdragon X2 chipset and

Microsoft Surface Pro 12” (2nd edition) 2-in-1 tablet PC arrives with fanless design and optional 5G cellular module

Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd edition) 2-in-1 laptop powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus CPU for significantly faster local AI and GPU performance. The fanless tablet PC can be ordered with an optional 5G

AI comes to Surface Ink: Microsoft’s new Canvas transforms handwriting into a smarter workflow

Microsoft's new Ink Canvas app brings AI-powered inking and brainstorming tools to Surface devices and other supported Windows PCs.

After 10 years, Microsoft revives the Surface Mouse with a fresh design and haptics

The redesigned Surface Mouse is launching later this month with a soft-touch finish, tactile-yet-quiet buttons, and more.

Microsoft unveils refreshed Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch with Snapdragon X2 and brighter screens

The company is launching its new "entry premium" Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, both starting at over $1,000.

Microsoft reveals new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop devices

The Microsoft vs Apple fight just got interesting again thanks to new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop reveals.

Microsoft refreshes its smaller Surface Pro and Laptop with Qualcomm’s X2 Plus

Microsoft is refreshing its Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch devices with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon X2 Plus chips. The smaller Surface devices retain the same design and hardware features from last year, with faster and mor

Microsoft’s new Surface Mouse has haptic feedback and a customizable action button

Microsoft is launching a second generation of its Surface Mouse next month that includes haptic feedback support. The Surface Mouse also has a customizable action button for the first time, which is primarily designed for quick access to Co

Looking for a powerful convertible laptop? Japan gets a 10.51-inch device with a Core Ultra 5 CPU, and it weighs just 960g

TENKU's Note Pro AI combines Intel processing, Windows 11 Pro, touchscreen controls, and a convertible design inside a 960g chassis.

Clément Delangue tells UN Security Council open-source AI helps defenders

Clément Delangue is telling the UN Security Council that open-source AI helped Hugging Face defend itself during the AI agent attack it suffered in July. Speaking to the Council today, he argues the biggest danger is not powerful AI but its

PlayStation reportedly surveyed devs about killing PS5 discs, as Wolverine sales impress

A leaker claims that Sony polled its partners about the future of physical games. Some studios could lose sales and loyal customers as they embrace digital gaming. Strong Marvel's Wolverine PS5 disc revenue suggests that not all PlayStation

The pricey 1TB and 2TB iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max found to use very slow memory

The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max last year introduced a 2TB storage tier. Just like them, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are available in four configurations: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB. Something has changed, however, and it is the ty

Wayve’s AI will reach Mercedes cars within two years, Kendall says

“It’s going to take them a while. Maybe they don’t know that yet,” Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall said of humanoid robot makers. Kendall spoke on stage at HumanX in Amsterdam on Wednesday. It was a day after Wayve announced a global

Latest Windows 11 update is crashing Battlefield 6, Wardogs, and other Javelin-protected games

Microsoft released the KB5124010 update to the Windows 11 Release Preview channel for versions 24H2 and 25H2 earlier this month before rolling it out to the stable channel on Tuesday. Almost immediately, users started complaining on social

Dario Amodei asks UN Security Council to back a ban on AI bioweapons

Dario Amodei is asking the UN Security Council to start with narrow agreements on AI, such as a ban on using it to make biological weapons. Speaking to the Council via video link today, the Anthropic chief executive calls AI the most import

YouTube's Custom Feeds finally let you tell the algorithm what to show you

There’s also a podcasts discovery feature coming to YouTube Music.

Apple Releases watchOS 27.0.1 With Fix for Restart Bug

Apple today released watchOS 27.0.1, a minor update to the watchOS 27 operating system that came out last week. The update is limited to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. watchOS 27.0.1 can be downloaded through the Setting

Disney+ and Hulu are getting another price hike

This is way things go

Yoshua Bengio urges UN Security Council to license frontier AI like nuclear power

Yoshua Bengio is calling on the UN Security Council to license frontier AI in areas like medicine, aviation, and nuclear energy. Speaking in New York today, he says the companies building the most powerful systems have no convincing answer

iOS 27.0.1 is Coming Soon

After releasing iOS 27 last week, Apple is already testing a follow-up iOS 27.0.1 update for iPhones, according to MacRumors logs. iOS 27.0.1 will likely be a minor update with bug fixes and/or security patches. Shortly after Apple launches

Sam Altman tells UN Security Council OpenAI will slow down

Sam Altman is calling for national and international standards for frontier AI. Speaking at the UN Security Council in New York today, the OpenAI chief executive says no level of catastrophic risk from AI is acceptable. Altman is the second

Bentley Torcal Gives Luxury Brand Its First Full EV: Here's What Stands Out

Bentley's smallest four-door is also its most tech-packed.

Your Samsung phone has hidden battery drains — here's how to find and kill them

Manual control of app sleeping and connection searches exposes the unseen culprits draining charge throughout the day.

3 Home Assistant projects to stay connected without the internet this weekend (Sep 25-27)

Phone Home (Assistant).

Researchers create ultra-tiny OLED with UV-printed pixels, just like microchips

ETH Zurich researchers have developed light-emitting OLED polymers that can survive photolithography, potentially allowing tiny pixels to be patterned with chipmaking precision. The breakthrough could pave the way for ultra-small, high-reso

Google Maps update shows traffic lights and stop signs at your next turn on Android Auto, more

Google Maps is rolling out a new update on Android Auto that makes it easier to know what to expect at your next turn, with a visual indicator to show upcoming traffic lights or stop signs. more…

A Developer Bought The Land Around Them, Now 350 Antique Chevys Are Up For Sale

Looking for a classic Chevy for your next project car? This couple's loss could be your gain, as their 300-strong collection will be going up for auction.

Here's how Steam, the biggest PC games marketplace, came to be

The co-creator of Counter-Strike, Minh "Gooseman" Le, has shared some insight into the early days of Steam and what it was like working with Gabe Newell. The original idea behind Steam was quite different and was met with doubt internally.

Besides uBlock Origin support, Firefox hopes to win you with 2026 redesign launching soon

Other than uBlock Origin support, Mozilla is giving you more reasons with which it hopes you'll make the switch to Firefox. These include a brand-new design launching very soon. Read more...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 leaks in full: Specs, price hikes, and launch date

Two weeks to go until the reveal

Motorola partners with Bang & Olufsen to bring high-end audio to its flagship phones

Motorola recently announced a multi-year partnership with Bang & Olufsen, the Danish company best known for its luxury consumer electronics and audio products. The Lenovo-owned smartphone maker wants to create premium audio experiences for

Enveda secures $311M to bring more nature-derived AI drugs into clinical trials

The round valued the AI biotech at $2 billion. It is currently testing drugs that treat skin conditions and preserve weight loss after stopping GLP-1s.

The newest ESP32 can actually run Linux, and it's getting uncomfortably close to a Raspberry Pi

It's still a microcontroller, but it's a step above any other.

The Galaxy Watch made me ditch my Pixel Watch by simply nailing the basics

The differences only became apparent after I used both the Pixel Watch and the Galaxy Watch.

Google Beam Expands Global Rollout: Bringing 3D Meetings to Co-Working Spaces

The post Google Beam Expands Global Rollout: Bringing 3D Meetings to Co-Working Spaces appeared first on Android Headlines.

Anthropic says Claude found a new enzyme system with CRISPR-like repeats

Anthropic says Claude has found a previously undescribed enzyme system in the DNA of bacteriophages, the viruses that infect bacteria. Next to the enzyme’s gene sits a long run of repeating DNA that resembles a CRISPR array. The company doe

ARC Raiders content updates return with a bang, new features detailed

Embark Studios has unveiled the contents of the Frozen Trail update for ARC Raiders, including a frozen map, customizable outposts, and fresh enemies. Read more...

UN Security Council hears AI lab chiefs on loss-of-control risk

The UN Security Council is meeting in New York today to discuss the risk of humans losing control of advanced AI. Yoshua Bengio begins by telling ambassadors that AI agents built by leading companies have, in recent months, acted in ways th

Disney+ and Hulu Raise Prices Again, Ad-Free Plans Now $21.49

Disney today increased the prices on several of its Disney+ and Hulu streaming plans, with the increase coming exactly one year after Disney's last price hike. Premium ad-free plans are $2 to $2.50 more expensive per month, while Disney's a

Modal Motors is trying to cut China out of electric motors entirely

The startup is working on small, light motors with no rare-earth magnets that are suited for drones, fans, and robots.

Interpol uses AI to identify 126 terrorists by analyzing over 100,000 images with new facial recognition tools

Interpol says the AI's real job was decluttering the stack to 6,362 for a face matcher launched in 2016.

Xiaomi launches Watch S5 Transparent Edition with a see-through glass body, limited to just 5000 units

Xiaomi has announced a new variant in its wearable lineup, the Watch S5 Transparent Edition, which launched today alongside the standard 41mm Watch S5. The new model is priced at 2,499 yuan ($372) and will be restricted to a production run

Apple opens a 600-seat live music venue in London

In quite the unexpected move, Apple has opened a 600-seat live music venue in London. It's called the Apple Music Hall and you can find it inside the Battersea Power Station (which is a mall these days, despite the name). Apple says artists

I stopped chasing 4K and found the upgrades that actually made movies look better

Direct Play changed how I think about my movie library more than 4K ever did

Windows has a hidden setting that's making your laptop overheat while charging

This Windows setting could explain why your laptop gets so hot

4 Tools At Lowe's With Deep Discounts In September 2026

If you missed out on the big Labor Day sales, don't worry. Lowe's has you covered with some nice discounts on a variety of everyday, practical tools.

Why Google's forgotten Pixelbook Go is still my favorite laptop in 2026

I just wish Google would bring it back a better price

Meta’s AI agent is a cute little guy who’s great at spending my money

Modern life comes with an unending, auto-populating to-do list. It never ceases to amaze me how I can be doing nothing at all, minding my own business, and suddenly something needs to be taken care of. You're telling me a tree branch fell i

Google Intelligent Endpoints Supercharge Enterprise Productivity and AI Security

The post Google Intelligent Endpoints Supercharge Enterprise Productivity and AI Security appeared first on Android Headlines.

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DOJ defends Trump’s White House ban on CNN, Politico and MS NOW

The United States Justice Department has requested that a federal judge dismiss the emergency application submitted by CNN, Politico, and MS NOW to get their reporters readmitted to the White House. In a court document filed on Tuesday even

Rabbit launches OS3, an agentic AI platform for desktop, Telegram, and iMessage

Rabbit OS3 connects to Windows, Mac, and Linux computers through a local agent installed on the machine. The platform can interact with desktop programs, files, and web pages. Rabbit says it can also write and debug code through its Direct

A '54 Greyhound Scenicruiser Bus Is On The Auction Block, And It's No. 001

Your chance to own a greyhound bus is here, as the first 1954 GMC Scenicruiser will be auctioned off next month, complete with a Detroit Diesel V8 engine.

The My Pixel app is getting custom icon colors in a future update

The post The My Pixel app is getting custom icon colors in a future update appeared first on Android Headlines.

OnePlus 16 Shows Up on AnTuTu with Some Serious Power

The post OnePlus 16 Shows Up on AnTuTu with Some Serious Power appeared first on Android Headlines.

Jsaux's Steam Machine faceplates are back in stock

Jsaux has restocked its faceplates for the Steam Machine. The E-Ink Panel and Pixel Matrix Panel are available on its website and are expected to begin shipping next month.

I ditched VS Code's Copilot for a local LLM, and I'm getting more done offline

Happy to sacrifice performance for offline use.

I spent 5 minutes with the Galaxy S26 Ultra; its standout upgrade isn't on the spec sheet

The real Galaxy upgrade to me isn't in the camera, Bixby, or performance

UGREEN MagFlow 2-in-1 review: Pocket sized Qi2 25W wireless charging pad

UGREEN showed off the tiny dual MagFlow at IFA in Berlin earlier this month, and now I have one to test out and share my results with you. Read more...

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 for AI ‘hearables,’ even ones with cameras

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 as a substantial chipset for upcoming audio devices, with a massive focus on better AI performance for audio wearables. more…

Logitech launches the Pro X2 Rapid with an OLED display and 8kHz polling

Logitech’s second-generation rapid-trigger keyboard lets players adjust its most important settings through a new OLED display. It also gets 8kHz polling, lighter magnetic switches and finer actuation adjustments, but these upgrades come wi

Data centers are black boxes, but California wants to change that

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a slate of bills on Monday that could finally give communities better data - and more say - on how data centers impact their electricity bills and water supply. As data centers invade a growing number of

Michael Crichton's '80s Sci-Fi Flop With Tom Selleck And Gene Simmons Is Streaming For Free

If you're looking for a killer robot movie from 1984 that's not "The Terminator," check out this lessor known flick with arguably more star power.

Mid-week Android app deals and freebies: Dwarves, Hitman GO, Hitman Sniper, more

Today’s best Google Play app and game deals are ready, including Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot, Hitman GO, Hitman Sniper, Deus Ex GO, Metal Soldiers 4 Pro, Tower Defense: Epic Turret Pro, and more. Alongside the mid-week app deals, we also

New strategy RPG tops Steam charts with "Very Positive" reviews and a 10% launch discount

Heroes' Vow: Three Kingdoms, a turn-based strategy RPG developed by Free Wing, has reached its 1.0 release on Steam, netting over 8,000 Very Positive (88%) reviews and reaching a concurrent player count of over 3,600 within its first day on

Xiaomi launches Watch S5 41mm with HyperOS 4, dual-band UV tracking & 14-day battery

Alongside the 18 Pro series, Xiaomi has introduced the 41mm version of its Watch S5, offering a smaller alternative to the 46mm model released earlier this year. The new smartwatch is the first device to ship with HyperOS 4 for wearables an

MSI PRO MP341CQ E12 ultrawide monitor drops to $178.86

The 3440x1440 VA panel features a 1500R curvature, built-in speakers, and eye-care certifications, offering a solid productivity upgrade from its standard $229.99 tag. Read more...

Stanford researchers say the brain is actually two organs pretending to be one

Scientists have tried studying and scanning every single part of the human brain, but it turns out that everything they thought they knew was (mostly) wrong. A new study by researchers at Stanford School of Medicine explains that the brain

Disney+ and Hulu add to the growing trend of streaming inflation

At the same time, Disney appears to be exploring new ways to expand its streaming business beyond simply raising subscription prices.

SlashGear Is Hiring Writers!

If you love consumer tech and cars, here's your chance to show it, as SlashGear is hiring freelance writers!

These popular TP-Link home security cameras could be hacked to spy on you while you sleep, experts warn

A passwordless login bypass in TP-Link's Tapo C200 and C120 cameras can expose your live feed to anyone on the same network, and a fix is already available to download

Google Beam 3D meeting booths coming to co-working spaces

Google today announced the latest expansion of its 3D meeting booths, including a partnership that brings Google Beam to co-working spaces in the US. more…

Anthropic’s biolab made a discovery it’s comparing to Crispr

Anthropic says its AI Claude has "autonomously discovered" a new enzyme system similar to machinery behind the powerful gene-editing tool Crispr. It's the first result from Anthropic's newly-launched wet lab and an early test of Claude's us

From ultra-light to rugged: Pitaka cases for iPhone 18 Pro (Max) in review

Also suitable for the iPhone 17 Pro (Max). | Pitaka offers three different case models for the iPhone 18 Pro (Max). They are all made of aramid fiber and range from ultra-thin and lightweight to rugged with corner protection. Our test highl

Sermoon P1S: Creality launches cheaper version of its all-in-one 3D scanner

Creality continues to expand its 3D scanning portfolio, this time with a cheaper alternative to its flagship Sermoon P1, the Sermoon P1S. It comes with some compromises as well as some upgrades, but at a significantly lower price.

OnePlus 16's AnTuTu score surfaces

The AnTuTu team just spotted a OnePlus device with the model number PYB110 in their database. It's powered by the just-unveiled Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 SoC, and the prototype which ran the benchmark had 16GB of RAM and 1TB of stora

This Mad Scientist Mechanic Actually Turbocharged A Ford Model T

The Ford Model T is probably the last car you'd think of for a turbocharger conversion, but Merlin's Old School Garage on YouTube went and did it anyway.

The old cybersecurity model is breaking

As concern over AI safety and rogue agents continue to make headlines, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are rising, or that investors are pouring massive amounts of capital into startups trying to build the next generation of secu

Disney+ and Hulu are getting even more expensive (again)

So I guess we're just doing this every year now.

The 20th Anniversary iPhone Pro Is Getting a Four-Sided Curved Screen, Report Reconfirms

The post The 20th Anniversary iPhone Pro Is Getting a Four-Sided Curved Screen, Report Reconfirms appeared first on Android Headlines.

Xbox mythic achievements begin to appear in the Xbox app

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Zoox grounds Atlanta test fleet after workers report toxic gas exposure symptoms

The repeated incidents led one worker to file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which opened an inquiry and told Zoox to investigate the exposures.

Grab an Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $200 off in Amazon’s blowout sale

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This guy has spent two years hunting fake job listings on LinkedIn, and found 60,000 of them

The fraud is not limited to obvious fake accounts. Some scammers create batches of recruiter profiles using copied photos and similar account details. Others take over dormant, verified LinkedIn accounts and attach them to legitimate compan

Microsoft adds a new admin tool for Windows 11 app and policy configurations

Microsoft has added a couple of new Intune features recently, and these should make the life of IT admins and sysadmins a lot easier. Read more...

AirTag 2 4-Pack Hits $79.99 on Amazon, Matching Record Low

Apple's AirTag 2 has returned to $79.99 this week on Amazon, down from $99.00. This deal is on the 4-Pack of the AirTag 2, and it's a match of the record low price for the accessory. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When

Privacy policies on top LLMs take over 20 minutes to read, so perhaps it no wonder people are signing their lives over to ChatGPT and others

Technical and legal jargon make privacy policies for LLMs and their chatbots almost unreadable for most people.

Siri AI Coming to HomePod

Apple's smarter, more capable version of Siri is expanding to the HomePod, according to details found by code sleuth pdfu. According to pdfu, ‌HomePod‌ Software 27 includes the system behind ‌Siri‌ AI, called "Linwood,"

With 90% positive reviews, this post-apocalyptic tactical RPG is 70% off on Steam

Deal | Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a tactical RPG blending various gameplay mechanics, in which your goal is to find Eden. Venture into a post-apocalyptic world, face your enemies in turn-based battles, and use stealth.

I replaced my Wi-Fi extender with an old Android phone after years of dead zones

I don't rely on rebroadcasting anymore

Get Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97

Upgrade for cheap and enjoy a more enhanced UI, better multitasking, and improved security for a fraction of the normal cost. Read more...

ChatGPT mobile app gets voice-based agentic features

Pro and Plus users will be able to use the Work tab on their phones to complete agentic tasks.

Your ExpressVPN app on Windows, Mac, and Linux just got more flexible and more reliable

ExpressVPN has released version 14.3.1 for Windows, Mac, and Linux, bringing Advanced Protection to every protocol, a faster speed test, and better accessibility.

Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it

The report suggests that greater exposure will not resolve the unease around the technology, nor reduce public support for AI regulation.

Xiaomi launches new smartwatch globally with up to 21 days battery life and 2,000-nit AMOLED display

Xiaomi has launched a new smartwatch globally. Featuring a 2,000-nit AMOLED display, the Smart Band 11 also boasts up to 21 days of battery life. Xiaomi has confirmed that NFC connectivity and an optional ceramic variant will be available g

The new Mac mini hides an ugly SSD secret

Macworld The good news about the new Mac mini is that it offers very good CPU and GPU performance, whether it’s the M6 or M5 Pro model. But there is some bad news under the hood: Apple has returned to using soldered-on SSDs, which means own

Scammers Are Using Fake Claude Upgrades to Steal Google Logins: How to Spot It

The post Scammers Are Using Fake Claude Upgrades to Steal Google Logins: How to Spot It appeared first on Android Headlines.

The US Air Force Will Likely Fail To Meet Congress' Fighter Jet Fleet Requirement

Congress mandated a strict fighter jet fleet size, but the US Air Force is poised to fall short. Here is what is driving this high-stakes deficit.

Galaxy Tab S12+ and S12 Ultra specs leak - here's what will be upgraded

There has been a slow trickle of leaks for the Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra. Now, WinFuture has fully opened the tap and... not much came out. The Tab S12 slates will change a few things from their predecessors, but the upgrades

US bill threatens to turn your VPN into a piracy blocklist

The proposed American Copyright Protection Act wants to compel major VPN providers to block piracy websites, threatening to turn vital privacy tools into filtered exit ramps. And digital rights advocates raise the alarm.

Xiaomi 18 Pro (Max): Global Leica camera flagships confirmed, but with smaller batteries

We have good news and bad news for Xiaomi fans all around the world: The good news is that both Leica camera flagships have now also been confirmed as global models both by teasers and code sequences inside HyperOS. The bad news is that sig

Discord's age verification drops today, but it won't matter for most

The post Discord's age verification drops today, but it won't matter for most appeared first on Android Headlines.

XMG cites component cost rises across the board as it hikes laptop prices

The RAM crisis is kicking up yet another gear as XMG hikes its laptop prices substantially.

Samsung's Galaxy S26 series is now getting stable One UI 9 in the US

After Samsung's Thailand newsroom moved the rollout from September 21 to September 28 before removing specific dates altogether, the stable Android 17-based update has now started reaching Galaxy S26 Ultra users in the US on T-Mobile.

What was the first mainstream computer to use USB as the only port for connecting peripherals?

Before USB was everywhere, one computer bet everything on it. Can you name it?Read Entire Article

10 Brands Owned By Energizer

Energizer is perhaps best known for the never-give-up nature of its pink bunny mascot, but there are several brands under the battery maker's umbrella.

Googlebooks are built almost entirely on Gemini AI hype. Can they disrupt Windows?

Google's new $899+ Googlebooks push AI‑first laptops with an obsessive focus on Gemini, but I'm wondering whether they stand any chance among Windows flagships.

iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e: Release date, rumored specs, price, cameras, and latest news

Macworld For years, Apple has followed a predictable iPhone launch schedule, introducing new iPhones in September – the standard model and the Pro model. In the spring, Apple often releases a less expensive phone – previously the “SE” iPhon

YouTube Expands AI-Powered Search and Custom Recommended Feeds

The post YouTube Expands AI-Powered Search and Custom Recommended Feeds appeared first on Android Headlines.

Bernie Sanders proposes banning ‘superintelligence’ and putting violators in prison

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) have introduced new legislation that would ban anyone from developing artificial superintelligence - a technology the bill describes as capable of the "destruction or disempowerment of h

9 Changes Meta Has To Make To Facebook And Instagram After The Billion-Dollar Settlement

A costly settlement is forcing Meta to rethink how Facebook and Instagram treat younger users. There are quite a few changes on the way already.

After driving 400 miles, I never start Google Maps without enabling these 7 hidden settings

Flipping these features transformed my navigation

Control Resonant Steam build leaks before release date, giving pirates early access

Control Resonant early access isn't an option for Xbox or PC players. Still, hackers have distributed a working Steam build a day in advance of its September 24th release date. An increasing number of AAA games with costly pre-order preview

Garmin releases new update for high-end smartwatches with over a dozen promised changes

Garmin has introduced a new update to many of its older flagship smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update promises to deliver almost two dozen changes and improvements. However, closer inspection reveals otherwise.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 Drops to Record Low $599.97 on Amazon [Updated]

Amazon has knocked the price of the previous generation Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $599.97, down from $799.00. This $199 markdown is available in the Natural color with Anchor Blue Ocean Band, and as of writing this is the only model we're trac

iPhone Air vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Buy?

The iPhone Air and iPhone 18 Pro are just $100 apart at Apple's current prices, but they offer different advantages. The Air puts a 6.5-inch display in an exceptionally thin, light body. The newer Pro adds a more versatile camera system, lo

Microsoft takes down AI-boosted phishing tool that hit 12,000 accounts

Two people arrested and dozens of websites seized in an organized operation against EvilTokens.

YouTube is making comments more fun — and fandom more lucrative for creators

YouTube is rolling out GIF replies, voice-powered TV comments, personalized moderation, paid members-only communities, and new ways for fans to support their favorite creators.

Logitech’s new Blue Yeti 2 mic adjusts itself to where you are

The original Blue Yeti has been one of the most recognizable go-to USB microphones for content creators since it launched in 2009, and now it finally has a successor. Launching today under Logitech G, the Blue Yeti 2 adds some modern upgrad

Logitech's Yeti 2 brings the 17-year-old USB mic into the modern age

In case you missed it, Logitech bough Blue, actually kind of a while ago!

Logitech just unveiled several new gaming accessories in its Pro line

For $60 it had better be a pretty incredible mouse pad.

Roland just released a Minions keyboard complete with playable gibberish sounds

That's pretty weird.

Meta Connect 2026 live: Updates from Mark Zuckerberg's keynote on AI glasses, VR and more

More smart glasses and possibly a VR headset are expected today

Logitech’s new haptics-based gaming mouse is a little better and $20 more

The G Pro Superstrike mouse is one of Logitech's most interesting products. Unlike other gaming mice, it has haptic actuators beneath its two main buttons instead of mechanical switches, which decreases latency and allows for a custom click

Gen Z Loves The Honda Gold Wing But My Vespa Road Trip Proved Smaller Bikes Can Be More Exciting

700+ miles on a scooter sounds like a punishment. Can this little Vespa really keep up with big distances?

Disney+ starts rolling out another price hike, no ad plans starting at $21.49/month

Yet another price hike is imminent for Disney+ and Hulu, with the new plans going up by around $2 per month. more…

Xiaomi 18 Pro Series Launches with 200MP Cameras, Privacy Screens and Monster Batteries

The post Xiaomi 18 Pro Series Launches with 200MP Cameras, Privacy Screens and Monster Batteries appeared first on Android Headlines.

Xiaomi Pad 9 and Pad 9 Pro launches with 3.2K 144Hz screens, Snapdragon processors

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi Pad 9 and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro in China. The Xiaomi Pad 9 starts at 2,999 yuan (~ $447), and the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro starts at 3,799 yuan (~ $566). The Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max, which uses the Xring O3 chip, launched ear

Deals: Nothing CMF Buds Neo $21 all-time low, Galaxy Z Fold 8 $380 off, huge laptop discounts up to $1,050 off, more

Alongside some deep ongoing deals on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 at up to $21 and a return all-time low the Nothing CMF Clip Pro, as well as Headphone (a) at 30% off. From there, we move over to the PC deals with a giant $1,051 off this Alienwa

Garmin fans could soon get ‘muscle oxygen’ readings in future devices

Garmin could bring ‘muscle oxygen’ monitoring to future devices after its latest acquisition.

Your Garmin smartwatch just got a safety feature that could literally save your life

Fall detection comes to the Garmin Venu 4

YouTube’s conversational video editing tool lets creators make edits in natural language

Creators will be able to use AI in a conversational chat interface to help them edit videos.

Microsoft's new patent wants Xbox games to rewrite themselves as you play

The application, published in July and titled "Generative Narrative Game Experience With Player Feedback," describes a system that could create or revise content based on what an individual player does in the game.Read Entire Article

Xbox’s Mythic Achievements sound like PlayStation’s Platinum trophy

Xbox appears to be ready to launch its own version of PlayStation's platinum trophies. A new update to the Xbox PC app has revealed Mythic Achievements, which according to data in the app will appear once a player completes all the Achievem

What Do The Different Colored Roads Mean On Waze?

On top of keeping drivers aware of traffic situations, the popular navigation app's color-coded roads are also useful for determining alternative routes.

Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max arrive with latest Snapdragon chips, privacy displays and more useful rear screens

It only took a couple of hours for the first phones with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips to go official in China. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is the first Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 phone on the market, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max claims

Ugreen's 160W charger with five ports is down to $60, and it might be the last one you'll ever need

It's an impressive piece of hardware

Google Chrome 154 patches 108 security vulnerabilities

Version 154.0.8037.57 brings vital memory safety fixes across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Force the install via the about menu. Read more...

Cryptomator encrypts your files and folders before they sync to the cloud

Cloud storage is convenient, but it also means trusting someone else with your files. Cryptomator encrypts them locally before they reach Dropbox, Google Drive, or other cloud service you use. The open-source app uses AES-256 encryption to

Samsung is helping restore longleaf pine forests in South Carolina

Samsung has announced a new collaboration with The Longleaf Alliance in the United States. This collaboration aims to help restore native longleaf pine forests in the state of South Carolina. The initiative is in line with Samsung's global

YouTube Music gets more conversational with new AI features

Built directly into the YouTube Music app, Ask Music lets users describe what they want to hear in everyday language rather than searching for individual songs or artists.

Samsung validates faster LPDDR6 RAM for Galaxy S27 Ultra’s Snapdragon chip

Qualcomm has unveiled its new flagship chipsets this week, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. There have been rumors that this chipset might be utilized for the Galaxy S27 Ultra in some regions. Such a powerful chipset paired w

Three reasons why AI could 'save us all'

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Apple’s Back to School deal ends September 24 in the U.S. – U.K. offer continues

Macworld Apple runs an annual education promotion traditionally known as its “Back to School” sale. In 2026, Apple calls it the “College Student Offer” in the U.S. and the “University Student Offer” in the U.K. Eligible buyers include highe

I just discovered one surprisingly big feature Samsung phones still don't have

Samsung is missing a basic Android feature

Mirror view missing from the Galaxy Z Fold 8 feels like another weird Samsung omission

Every smartphone model has something that sets it apart, and that's even more true for foldable phones. The Galaxy Z Flip 8, for example, has a unique form factor and a cover screen experience unlike any other. In some aspects, it's a vastl

Millions of Russian fast food fans hit in Burger King Russia hack

Data stolen years ago finally surfaced on the web, showing 3.2 million Burger King Russia victims.

Stardock's new Snipboard app aims to fix clipboard management on Windows 11

Stardock’s new Snipboard app brings a pinned, searchable clipboard dock with cross-PC copying to Windows 11.

One of the best Metroid games for the Switch is 30 percent off

Nintendo’s “Customer Appreciation” sale continues through September 26th. It includes discounts on Switch games and accessories, and I thought I’d call out one of my favorite games that’s cheaper than ever. Metroid Prime Remastered is down

Stardock announces Snipboard which aims to replace your Clipboard

You can think of Snipboard as a more innovative clipboard dock that gives users a visual way to interact with everything they copy. Read more...

Those weird PC noises you've heard are coming from the Epic Games Launcher

Epic Games Launcher has been playing odd 'party chimes' randomly, and Epic isn't letting users turn them off.

YouTube will soon let you generate custom feeds and use GIFs in comments

Microdrama fans might find it easier to follow their favorite shows too.

Galaxy S26 FE Teardown Shows Samsung's Cheaper Phone Is Easier to Fix Than You'd Think

The post Galaxy S26 FE Teardown Shows Samsung's Cheaper Phone Is Easier to Fix Than You'd Think appeared first on Android Headlines.

Raspberry Pi's RAM lock was built to stop scalpers, but it's blocking repairs too

The issue came up on the Raspberry Pi forums after a user replaced the RAM on a Compute Module 5 but couldn't get the board to recognize the new 4 GB chip. PhilE, a Raspberry Pi engineer and forum moderator, said the company has been "locki

World-first 'blooming gaming PC' is one of the most striking designs ever

The 'Cherry Bloom' gaming PC blends tech and nature in a way that I hope catches on.

Meta Muse could read your private messages without permission, report finds

The Meta Muse AI agent was caught in another privacy firestorm when it started reading private texts without permission.

Eight Sleep’s new Pod 6 comes in smaller and solo sizes, starting at $1,999

Eight Sleep said the new pod is 20% faster than the previous generation.

Historic Fighter Jet Takes A 2,700-Mile Drive Through America's Heartland

Jets usually take to the skies, but not this historic fighter, which had to take a long 2,700-mile drive to get to its new home in Colorado.

Visual Studio Code v1.139 brings remote Dev Containers

The v1.139 release extends Dev Container sessions to SSH, Tunnel, and WSL hosts, letting agents build projects without local toolchain setup. Read more...

Xiaomi launches red Transparent Special Edition for the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max

Xiaomi has announced a Transparent Special Edition for its Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max smartphones. The new models are priced at 9,999 yuan ($1,492) for the 18 Pro and 10,999 yuan ($1,642) for the 18 Pro Max. Both versions are available in

YouTube releases new AI features for creators within its Studio app

YouTube is adding new features to generate ideas and monitor the performance of thumbnails.

YouTube’s new ‘Shorts series’ feature brings episodic viewing to Shorts

Other Made On YouTube announcements are also designed to help creators grow and engage audiences.

YouTube adds new creator tools like video A/B testing, dynamic thumbnails, and live dubbing

Many of these tools hinge on using generative AI to try out a variety of different tactics on a video to find what works best.

StrictlyVC at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Inside the changing rules of venture capital

StrictlyVC joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to discuss the changing VC landscape thanks to AI. Get your Investor Pass to join these exclusive sessions. Save $200 before September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

YouTube will let you build your own algorithm with AI

YouTube’s new custom feeds let users describe the videos they want to see in their own words, then use Gemini to build a personalized feed around the request.

YouTube doubles down on video shopping with AI-powered ‘Ask YouTube’ feature

YouTube's AI feature can now help you compare products as you shop.

YouTube announces Custom Feeds, GIF comments, and ’Your podcast lineup’

At Made on YouTube 2026 today, YouTube announced a slew of new features. We’ve highlighted the capabilities that will impact the viewer experience over the coming months. more…

YouTube Music adding corner access to ‘Ask Music’ with Gemini

As part of Made on YouTube 2026, a handful of updates to YouTube Music that are coming later this year were previewed. more…

Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Will Soon Support Video

Apple Podcasts Subscriptions will soon support video, allowing creators to offer subscriber-exclusive episodes, ad-free video, early access, and bonus content, Apple today announced. The feature will be available to audiences in more than 1

Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro gets massive $100 or 40% discount reaching lowest price ever

Now is the right time to upgrade your home's security with this offer from Ring as its Battery Doorbell 4K Pro is a whopping $100 or 40% off. Read more...

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra leak shows another side, confirming minimal changes

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra showed up in a leak in August, but a new one has surfaced as the October launch date gets closer. The most recent images further confirm little about the design will change. more…

Here’s the trailer for Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes documentary, in theaters October 16

In this cursed timeline, we have been gifted something so unfathomable that we could never have imagined it.

Jean-Claude Van Damme's '80s Cyberpunk Movie Is A Perfect 82-Minute Retro Sci-Fi Watch

If you're a fan of Jean-Claude Van Damme, this movie from the 80s should be added to your watchlist.

Xiaomi 18 Pro series officially confirmed to launch globally this year

In September 2025, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max. While the standard model was released globally, the Pro variants remained exclusive to the Chinese market. Now, the brand has taken the covers off the Xiaomi 18 Pro s

The Split Up cast reveal how representation on TV has changed since The Kumars at No. 42

The Split Up is out now in full on BBC iPlayer — but, if you're thinking about representation, you're asking the wrong question.

AT&T Responds to iOS 27's New iPhone Handoff Feature

Apple added a new iPhone Handoff feature to iOS 27 that allows you to switch between two iPhones while using the same phone number on each device. T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom are the first carriers to offer iPhone Handoff, and Apple said

Xiaomi 18 Pro series goes official with ‘privacy screen,’ 8,500 mAh battery, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Xiaomi has just launched its new Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in China with flagship specs, massive batteries, and a pair of 200MP cameras too. more…

Hackers hit the FBI — ShinyHunters say they have stolen 2TB of employee data, but the attack isn't looking for money, just an apology

ShinyHunters are looking to improve their standing in the public eye. What better way to do it than hacking the FBI?

Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6: Specs, benchmarks, and upgrades

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, alongside a more affordable but very capable Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 at the Snapdragon Summit 2026. The “Extreme” version packs a much stronger CPU that can reach a peak speed of

Launch Discounts Arrive for New Mac Mini and Mac Studio, Plus Massive Deal on Samsung's Portable SSD

Amazon has the first post-launch discounts on Apple's brand new Mac mini and Mac Studio, with up to $49 off select models. One of the best deals is on the M5 Max Mac Studio with 36GB RAM and a 512GB SSD, on sale for $2,449.99, down from $2,

8 Sam's Club Soundbars Worth Buying

The right soundbar can transform your home entertainment system, and there are plenty to choose from. Here are eight Sam's Club soundbars worth buying.

Leak threatens major price hike for the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Tab S12+ in India

The Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra are expected to be unveiled on October 7, though Samsung hasn’t confirmed the date yet. Obviously, the company hasn’t said anything about the prices either – that said, a leaked poster that was s

Xiaomi 18 Pro & 18 Pro Max debut with secondary OLED displays, 200MP Leica cameras & massive batteries

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in China, two flagship smartphones that combine high-resolution Leica cameras, secondary rear displays, large silicon-carbon batteries, and built-in hardware privacy controls. Xiao

Apple developing screenless fitness tracker, report claims

Macworld Apple’s senior management are known to regard the wearables market as an important and lucrative one, and the company has already launched two successful wearable product lines: the Apple Watch, which effortlessly dominates the sma

TikToker's Tailgating Trick Lets You Keep The Trunk Open Without Wasting Battery

Nothing ruins a tailgating party or car camping trip like a dead battery. This trick lets you keep your SUV's trunk open without that happening.

Samsung under investigation over import of OLED TV parts in India

Samsung imports OLED TV parts to assemble its high-end TVs in India. The country has now launched an investigation against the company for allegedly paying lower import tariffs on these imports. A similar investigation has also been launche

Lexus LBX Morizo RR Caught Up-Close, But Just How Extreme Will This Hot Hatch Go?

Lexus' hot hatch gets spotted at the Nürburgring, but just how wild will it turn out to be?

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

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra could have worse battery life than Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

A report about Samsung’s next flagship tablet, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, suggested that the brand would equip the upcoming model with the same battery as its predecessor, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. This means we won’t see any battery capacit

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

15 Highly Valuable (And Rare) Retro Gaming Accessories Every Collector Should Know About

Retro gaming is a popular pastime, with people often shell out hundreds or even thousands of dollars on rare accessories to complete their collections.

Update breaks some Samsung smart fridges, resulting in spoiled food

When a fridge breaks, typically it's because one of the many hardware components fails. On smart fridges, like the ones Samsung makes, this can happen due to a faulty software update. Some Samsung smart fridge owners in South Korea found th

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 reaches 5GHz while going big on agentic AI

Qualcomm revealed the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 at this year's Snapdragon Summit. The mobile SoCs will power future flagship Android devices from Doubao, Honor, Motorola, Oppo, RedMagic, Stepx, Vivo, and Xiaomi.Read

Microsoft Reportedly Plans Up to 50% Copilot Discounts for Businesses

Microsoft could soon offer much bigger discounts on its Copilot AI service for businesses. The company is also working on a new Copilot app that could handle more tasks than the current version. According to IT home, Microsoft has told its

Microsoft takes down EvilTokens phishing service that used AI to mine hacked inboxes for payment fraud

The service, marketed through a Telegram channel, combined device-code phishing with automated analysis of stolen inboxes. Microsoft said it has now disrupted the operation, seizing 50 websites and 150 additional domains through legal actio

Windows 11 KB5124010 does not contain new WinRE feature after all

Windows 11 admins expecting an easier way to connect to Wi-Fi in WinRE may have to wait longer, as Microsoft delays the anticipated feature, kind of. Read more...

The Huawei Watch D3 is now available in Europe, comes with a free smart bathroom scale

While most smartwatches that purport to measure blood pressure use optical sensors, the Huawei Watch D3 is one of the few that does it right – it has an inflatable airbag cuff integrated into the watch strap and is CE MDR-certified for bloo

Apple says that you dont need a new iPhone every year

Apple does not think most people need to buy a new iPhone every year. In a recent discussion about Apple's hardware and upgrade cycles, hardware chief John Ternus said yearly upgrades are an option for people who want the latest device and

New Mac mini 2026: M6 and M5 Pro specs, prices and what’s changed

Macworld New Mac mini 2026: At a glance What’s new: The 2026 Mac mini delivers much faster performance, especially for graphics and AI, thanks to the M6 and M5 Pro chips. It also brings faster storage and upgraded connectivity, with Wi-Fi 7

Microsoft is testing a pay-as-you-go billing option for OneDrive storage

OneDrive is getting a new storage option that could help organizations avoid buying large storage packs that end up being partially used, but fully billed. Read more...

High-end audio brands are ditching CD players because nobody makes disc drives anymore

In January 2026, PS Audio sent an email to customers, informing them that the company was ending production of its PMG Signature Audio CD Transport due to the unavailability of optical disc drives used in these devices. The company did not

Never use ChatGPT for these five tasks

ChatGPT and other chatbots are useful for a lot, but remember that what you type into them is not protected and could cause trouble later.

Meta's Muse AI calls businesses for you, sometimes with a human doing the talking

According to Reuters, the experiment was enabled for half of Meta's employees last week, with an opt-out group available. Staff warned that sensitive information could end up with call-center contractors. A Meta executive acknowledged that

Rollme launches Matrix smartwatch with 4G, GPS, AMOLED display and a pop-up camera

Rollme has launched the Matrix, a new wearable designed to function as a standalone 4G device on your wrist. Thanks to a dedicated SIM card slot, built-in GPS, and an unusual side-mounted pop-up camera, the smartwatch can operate independen

Your $1,500 iPhone 18 Pro Max doesn’t need a case, honest!

Macworld I’ve never dropped a smartphone in my life. Ever. I’ve grown so confident that these days I use my iPhone without a case and screen protector at all times, since the chances of disaster are clearly low. But that doesn’t mean my pho

New iPhone Setting Lets Users Shake Off Motion-Sensing Ads

Apple is testing an iPhone setting for users in China that lets them add apps to a list that prevents them from accessing the device's motion sensors. Apple hasn't explicitly said what the setting is in response to, but Chinese apps sometim

The US Navy's Next Frontier Is The 'Unexplored Seafloor'

The U.S. Navy is quite familiar with our oceans, but now it wants to expand its operations to the seafloor. It'll take some time to get it all up and running.

Apple links landmarks on its Maps app to Hidden Histories podcast episodes

Apple has added podcast guides for select US landmarks within Maps, discussing their histories and lesser-known stories.

More Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 renders have leaked

Samsung is preparing to launch a couple of new premium tablets. The Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra haven't been officially announced yet, but the latest leaks leave little to the imagination. A new series of Tab S12 renders have e

Motorola unveils Signature 27 with 200MP telephoto camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Motorola has shared a first look at its upcoming Signature 27 flagship phone during Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit keynote. The handset is among the first smartphones to feature the newly announced Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset. Al

Hidden Galaxy Z Flip 8 feature turns your phone into a digital pocket mirror

Although all three Galaxy Z8 foldables share several fundamental characteristics, each model also stands out with one or two unique features that give it a more powerful identity. For the Galaxy Z Flip 8, one of those features is Mirror vie

Best Mac 2026: Every Apple Mac and MacBook compared

Macworld Which Mac is best for you? Whether you want everyday portability, professional creative power, desktop performance, or budget-friendly computing, Apple’s lineup has a Mac that fits. For $699 you can own a MacBook Neo, which is Appl

Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 inspire DOMINNICO’s new Spring 27 collection of fashion accessories

Samsung and Spanish fashion brand DOMINNICO have teamed up a second time this year for a new fusion of fashion and mobile tech. They've joined creative forces once again to introduce three new fashion accessories from the Spring 27 collecti

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.

DJI Osmo 360 II review: A little more video power, a lot more repairability

Replaceable lenses are the hot new feature for an action camera.

UK competition watchdog wants to give Android and Chrome users more search engine choices

UK regulator is trying to introduce more search choices where Google has the tightest control: Android and Chrome.

Researchers found malware that uses four different AI chatbots to run itself, no human hacker needed

The malware, called CLOSEDQUORUM, checks with DeepSeek, Qwen, Mistral and Google Gemini before selecting its next action. It can continue operating if one of those services is unavailable because it can query the others. The finding gives d

Tesla's Troubled Roadster Might Finally Have A Real Release Date

The second-gen Tesla Roadster is long overdue, having supposed to come out in 2020. But a Tesla announcement suggests it might finally be debuting soon.

Eight Sleep announces the Pod 6, its newest smart mattress cover

It's $2,000 and it doesn't even read you a bedtime story.

Volkswagen brings Tetris and other games to its infotainment displays

Pac-Man is doing sponcon... look how they've massacred my boy.

How to watch Meta unveil its new smart glasses at Connect 2026

The company is expected to reveal its first-ever camera-free glasses.

Vivo X500 vs X500 Pro vs Pro Max: Key Differences Compared

Vivo X500 series takes a familiar flagship formula and stretches it in three very different directions. The X500 prioritizes a massive battery and strong everyday hardware, the X500 Pro adds a more advanced 2nm platform and LTPO display, wh

Xiaomi’s Mijia Electric Shaver Pro Has IPX8 Water Resistance and 95-Day Battery Life - And it's Available Today

Xiaomi has a rather interesting grooming gadget in its Mijia lineup. The Mijia Electric Shaver Pro is a compact electric shaver that combines a simple design with some surprisingly advanced hardware. It has IPX8 water resistance, a color di

The 3D models of foldable phones on our site can now be opened and closed, here's a look

For many years now, we’ve been partnered with Binkies 3D to give you access to 3D models of smartphones that you can spin around, zoom in on and explore. But now foldable phones have complicated things a bit. These phones are designed to be

iPhone Duo hype proves Samsung was right about foldables all along

Apple has launched its first foldable phone, and the iPhone Duo appears to have generated a lot of excitement. The interest isn’t limited to tech enthusiasts, either. Foldables are now showing up across social media, including among fashion

Should you buy a Mac mini now? M6 vs M5 Pro buying advice

Macworld Apple announced the new M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini on August 25 and it started shipping on September 22, 2026. For most buyers, we recommend the M6 Mac mini. Starting at $899/£899 – up from $599 for the M4 generation – it offers improv

Apple Intelligence Taking Up 30GB+ on Some Macs Running macOS 27

After you install macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple automatically downloads a multi-gigabyte AI model to your Mac the next time it's connected to the internet. Unlike previous versions of macOS, you can't prevent it. Siri AI, and by extension App

The 4 Most Overpriced Headphones You Can Buy, According To User Reviews

Headphones quickly get very expensive depending on which ones you buy, but users agree that these popular brands are all overpriced.

This $14,200 RTX 5080 gaming PC has 70 metal cherry blossoms that open when it gets hot

Created by Aftershock in partnership with Zotac, the Cherry Bloom PC is described as a world-first. It comes with some impressive specs: an RTX 5080, AMD Ryzen 9800X3D, and 64GB of DDR5-6000 RAM. It also has a 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, a 1300W Pla

Googlebook vs Chromebook: What changes with Google’s Android laptop

Google just made the Chromebook decision a little more complicated. After confirming back in May that it was building an Android-based alternative to ChromeOS, Googlebook is now official, available for pre-order, and set to hit stores on Oc

Android OEMs pledge allegiance to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 are now official, and most of the big names in the Android sphere have already confirmed their next-gen devices with the new chips. Xiaomi is first in line with its 18 series. The 18 Pr

Vivo X500 Pro Max: 200MP Camera, 8000mAh Battery, Available at Giztop

Vivo X500 Pro Max is a high-end smartphone built around a large display, powerful hardware, and a camera-focused setup. It runs Android 17 with OriginOS 7 and comes with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. The phone also packs an 8,000mAh

Xiaomi 18 series transparent back version teased as “one more thing” hours before big reveal

Xiaomi is ramping up the hype for today’s flagship launch with a pretty cryptic teaser. In an official Weibo post, the company said: “Tonight is a little special because the last time we met was 6 years ago…” (machine translated). The image

RedMagic 12 Pro+ leak fills in the battery, charging, and camera specs RedMagic left out

RedMagic confirmed the chip for its next gaming flagship earlier today, and now a fresh leak fills in most of what that announcement left out. You’re looking at an 8,400mAh battery, 120W wired charging, and 80W wireless charging on the RedM

Mythic Achievement details surface in the latest version of the Xbox app

Gamers on Xbox longing for an answer to PlayStation's Platinum Trophy will soon get their wish, and new details on the Mythic Achievement have been revealed in the latest update to the Xbox app on Windows 11.

Oppo K14 Plus' key specs, launch date, and design revealed

Oppo teased the K14 Plus last week, and today it announced that the smartphone will be unveiled in India on September 29 at 12 PM local time. The Oppo K14 Plus will be available through Flipkart as a Flipkart Unique product, with Oppo promi

After 3 years, a numbered Xiaomi Pro model releases globaly

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro will launch globally later this year. This ends a three-generation run of numbered Pro models that were only available in China. The last Pro model to get a global release was the Xiaomi 13 Pro in

Windows 11 Pro is now only $10

Macworld TL;DR: Through October 4, it’s only $10 to get Windows 11 Pro. Some apps and games only run on Windows, and licensing a copy to run beside macOS usually means paying full retail every time you set up a new machine. A better option

Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and 8 Elite Gen 6 debut

Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipsets are now official. The new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 mobile platforms are built on a 2nm process and feature Oryon CPU cores clocked at up to 5.0GHz. The Snapdragon 8 El

Red Magic 12 Pro+ Confirmed With Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Red Magic has confirmed a major upgrade for its next gaming phone. The Red Magic 12 Pro+ will use Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, putting it among the first smartphones to get the company's most powerful new chip. The phone

Xiaomi September 2026 Security Update Is Rolling Out to These Devices

Xiaomi has started rolling out its September 2026 security update to a number of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones. The update is already available for several models in China. Some of these devices are also getting HyperOS 4 at the same time.

Xiaomi 18 Pro series will be the first to bring both Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 to market

At the 2026 Snapdragon Summit, Zeng Xuezhong, Senior Vice President of Xiaomi Group and President of the International Department, announced that Xiaomi will be the world’s first to launch phones powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 El

Samsung Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro, and S27 Ultra RAM and storage configurations leak

A few days ago, we heard that Samsung was considering using LPDDR5X memory in the Galaxy S27 and S27+ instead of going with LPDDR6. Today, a new rumor from Korea says the company still aims to equip the Galaxy S27 Ultra and S27 Pro with LPD

Report: Windows 11 KB5124010 crashing games like Battlefield 6 within minutes

Windows 11's latest KB5124010 update is seemingly turning Battlefield 6 and some other games into a crash fest within just minutes or even seconds of launching. Read more...

Xiaomi launches its new and affordable hair straightener with 70-minute battery life

Xiaomi has launched the second-generation Mijia Wireless Hair Straightener in China. The new model gets a larger battery, a redesigned comb, and updated heating hardware. The Mijia Wireless Hair Straightener 2 is now available through Xiaom

Tired of Watching 5 Phone Reviews? Turn Them Into Searchable Notes Using the AI Tool Lynote

Buying a smartphone in 2026 often involves watching several reviews before making a decision. Buyers may move between first-impression videos, camera comparisons, gaming tests, battery reviews, and long-term coverage. The challenge is that

Beats 360 announced with interchangeable headband and cushions, and IPX4 rating

Beats today announced a new full-sized pair of wireless headphones, the Beats 360. These new headphones are targeted specifically at people who prefer using full-sized headphones in the gym and feature customizability and durability feature

Red Magic 12 Pro+ confirmed to use higher-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip

Red Magic is positioning its next gaming flagship as a big step up in both performance and how it feels in the hand. The Red Magic 12 Pro+ will come with Qualcomm’s latest high-end platform and is being called the brand’s best-feeling devic

Xiaomi’s September 2026 security update is rolling out to these devices

Xiaomi has begun rolling out the September 2026 security patch update to numerous devices across its portfolio of brands. This one fixes a massive list of critical vulnerabilities across the Android framework, system architecture, and vendo

Vivo X500 series is going global next month; here’s the launch date

Vivo‘s X500 series had barely launched in China before the company confirmed its plans for Europe. The brand launched the X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max with the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro on September 21, and just a day later, it announced t

Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar launches with dual-sided solar charging and 25-day battery life

Amazfit has launched the T-Rex Dual Solar, its first AMOLED smartwatch with solar panels on both the front and back. The watch is designed for long trips and multi-day treks where access to a power outlet can be limited. It is priced at $64

Microsoft Clipchamp gets AI-powered video upscaling to 4K on Windows 11 PCs

Microsoft's new AI-powered Video Super Resolution feature in Clipchamp video editor on Windows 11 allows users to upscale low-resolution footage up to 4K directly on their PCs. Read more...

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Extreme with 5GHz and 2nm process

Qualcomm has officially unveiled its next-generation flagship smartphone silicon, introducing the 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 along with a more accessible Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. Read more...

UK to join new EU ocean science scheme amid El Nino concerns

Britain is to join a major new ocean science programme led by the European Union, as Andy Burnham's government seeks closer ties with the bloc.

What Does 'Crossfade' Mean On Apple Music?

It's nice that Apple Music, along with its many features like CrossFade, isn't exclusive to Apple devices, letting Android and Windows users enjoy it as well.

What That Blinking Light On Your Bose Speaker Actually Means

Confused by a blinking light on your Bose smart speaker? Here's what the different colors and flashing patterns mean across several Bose models.

New Mac Mini Has Two Storage Downsides, Including Unremovable SSD

As confirmed by the website "Expand Mac mini," NAND storage in the new Mac mini models with the M6 and M5 Pro chips is soldered to the logic board, whereas the previous models with the M4 and M4 Pro chips have removable storage that can be

Realme Buds T500 Pro Harry Potter Edition hands-on

Realme teamed up with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products last year for the Realme 15 Pro Game of Thrones Limited Edition smartphone. Earlier this week, the company unveiled two more limited-edition products in partnership with

4 Folding Phones Cheaper Than The iPhone Duo Actually Worth Buying

Want to enter the world of foldable smartphones but without the $2000 price tag of the iPhone Duo? Here are four options that cost less, albeit not by a ton.

Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Just Went Up

The annual percentage yield (APY) for the Apple Card's savings account increased from 3.4% to 3.5% today. If you deposited $1,000 and made no withdrawals for one year, you would earn $35 in interest at the current APY. Tag: Apple CardThis a

How To Turn Off Waze On iPhone And Android

Done with Waze but not sure how to turn it off? Here's how to stop getting directions or finish using the app for the day on an iPhone or Android device.

How To Turn Off And Factory Reset Bose Headphones

If your Bose headphones are acting up, there are various troubleshooting steps you can take, but if all fails, it might be time for a factory reset.

This OnePlus Phone's Battery Is Actually Bigger Than The iPhone 18 Pro's

Apple put bigger batteries inside the iPhone 18 Pro series, but it can't even begin to match what companies like OnePlus have been doing with silicon-carbon.

Should You Charge Your AirPods Wirelessly Or With A USB Cable?

Your AirPods support wireless charging via their charging case, but is there any benefit to using wireless charger or should you stick with a USB cable?

How Lynote Helps Tech Writers Organize Research And Build Better How-To Guides Without Sounding Like AI Filler

A good tech how-to usually starts long before the first paragraph. Take something as simple as explaining how to improve Wi-Fi performance. A writer may need to test the settings on different routers, check the manufacturer's documentation,

Bluetooth Range: How Far Does It Really Reach?

Bluetooth is great for connecting devices over short distances, but how far can it really stretch? Here's what you need to know and how to maximize that range.

Samsung Galaxy A18 in for review

The Samsung Galaxy A18 is a simple phone that does the basics. It's limited to 4G networks, has a 5,000mAh battery with 25W charging, a 6.7-inch 90Hz AMOLED display, and runs Android 17 with Samsung's One UI 9 flavouring. In the hand, it fe

The Pros And Cons Of Using A Samsung Galaxy Watch

Samsung's line of Galaxy smartwatches are a popular pick for wearable device enthusiasts, but like any other electronic gadget, it has both pros and cons.

Brandon Routh's Overlooked Sci-Fi Horror Movie Is Now Streaming For Free

Brandon Routh fights a parasitic menace in a sci-fi horror comedy you can now stream for free. There's plenty of gore and nostalgia, but don't expect a classic.

4 Reasons To Skip Using Smart Bulbs

You can automate your lights with smart bulbs, but that doesn't always make life simpler. Here's why keeping your regular bulbs could be the better choice.

The pros and cons of using a password manager over an authenticator app

There's no perfect solution, but different authentication methods can work better in some circumstances than others.

Why Do Speakers Have Multiple Drivers, But Most Headphones Don't?

Headphones might seem like just a smaller version of a set of speakers, but they each come with their own design requirements to make them what they are.

Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 27.2 and macOS Golden Gate 27.2

Apple today seeded the first betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, tvOS 27.2, and watchOS 27.2. The software comes a day after Apple provided the second betas to developers. To get the new betas, you can sign up on Apple's

iOS 27: How to hide or replace the audio button in iMessages

The fact that the "send" button shares real estate with the "record" button can make dealing with iMessage aggravating.

Motorola expands the reach of its Qira AI with the Android 17 update

Motorola (and parent company Lenovo) announced Qira, their shared personal AI assistant, at CES. While Qira has been available on some Lenovo devices for a while, it's only now finally starting to make its way to more Motorola smartphones,

Microsoft's Automatic Super Resolution upscaling now works on Intel Copilot+ PCs, too

Microsoft has announced that its Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR) technology is expanding to Copilot+ PCs built around Intel silicon. Previously limited to Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors, Auto SR now works on Copilot+ devices powered

If Waze Is Talking Too Much, Try This New Setting

Waze is a popular alternative to most navigation apps, but its voice prompts can be overwhelming. Here's how to make your Waze app less chatty.

Improve your Apple CarPlay experience by doing these simple things

CarPlay works well from the start, but you can enjoy a better driving experience by changing some options.

Does Always-On Display Mode Use More Battery On Galaxy Watches?

You may have your Always-On Display mode disabled on your Samsung Galaxy watch in an effort to conserve battery life, but is that the right decision?

Riot is pulling voice chat from League of Legends 26.20

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Nest Doorbell has been triggering Gemini’s American accent, no matter what language you speak; fix coming

Google Home is experiencing a unique bug that announces Nest Doorbell notifications in an American accent, even if your preferences are set to literally any other language/dialect. more…

What does anti-aliasing actually do to your PC games?

Anti-aliasing is an important settings for PC games, but not all methods that achieve the goal of smoother edges work the same way.

Never Forget Where You Parked With This Simple Google Maps Solution

Next time you park your car in an unfamiliar location, be sure to lean on this Google Maps feature that makes it easy to find that parking spot.

The Sideload 045: If everything’s important, nothing’s important

Welcome to episode 45 of The Sideload, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Daniel Bader as they sit down with Kevin Michaluk (aka Crackberry Kevin) and Jeff Gadway from Clicks to discuss the upcoming launch of the Clicks Comm

Nothing OS 5.0 open beta based on Android 17 expands to more devices

Back in late August, Nothing unveiled the Nothing OS 5.0 update, based on Android 17, and proceeded to make it available as an open beta for the Nothing Phone (3). Since then, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has also joined the party earlier thi

Xbox lays off 268 more people as Activision takes over Halo and Bethesda absorbs Obsidian

Microsoft has cut another 268 jobs across Halo Studios, other first-party developers, and Xbox Game Studios management. The redundancies, announced by Matt Booty, Xbox's Chief Content Officer, are presumably part of the 1,600 set to occur t

OpenAI's New GPT-6 Sol and Luna Models Bring Astra Improvements to Cheaper Tiers

OpenAI today launched GPT–6 Sol and GPT–6 Luna, two new models that follow GPT–6 Astra. OpenAI says the new models were developed using methods similar to Astra's for improvements in professional work, factuality, coding, computer use, and

Motorola Signature 27 officially gets a North American launch in the ‘coming months’

Following a tease at Snapdragon Summit, Motorola has confirmed that its Signature 27 flagship is officially coming to North American markets, but with a bit of a wait. more…

Claude Opus 5.5 and OpenAI GPT-6 Sol & Luna both launch today with lower costs

Anthropic and OpenAI are both launching new model updates today, with Claude Opus 5.5 and GPT-6 Sol & Luna both being announced within roughly an hour of each other. more…

Motorola Signature 27 is a proper flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Alongside Qualcomm’s latest announcements, Motorola has officially shown off the Motorola Signature 27, a true flagship offering that’s set to launch before the end of this year. more…

Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6

Qualcomm today announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 to power the next generation of Android smartphones. more…

A KLM flight turned around after a power bank caught fire, and it belonged to the airline's ex-CEO

The power bank belonged to Camiel Eurlings, the former chief executive of KLM. The fire started nearly six hours into the flight, while the aircraft was over the Atlantic Ocean. The device left marks on Eurlings' business-class seat and the

Apple Park Visitor Center Just Lost an Attraction Offered Since 2017

Following renovations, the Apple Park Visitor Center in Cupertino, California no longer features a 3D augmented reality model of the Apple Park campus. The area that housed the 3D model, which was called the Exhibition Space, now has wall-m

Shazam App for iPhone Updated With New Icon and iMessage Stickers

Apple today updated the Shazam app for iOS with an ever so slightly frostier app icon and a new set of iMessage stickers. To send stickers in the Messages app on the iPhone, tap the plus sign in a conversation, select Stickers, tap on the S

Apple’s new Beats headphones are AirPods Max for athletes

Macworld The newest Beats over-ear headphones are here, and as evidenced by the many leaks, are made for athletes. Specifically, athletes who liked the idea of AirPods Max but passed on them because they were too heavy, too drab, or, most i

1Retro adds cloud saves to RetroArch, OpenEmu, and other gaming platforms

1Retro automatically backs up and syncs retro game saves across devices and emulators, letting you pick up where you left off without manually moving files. It works across OS with support for RetroArch, MiSTer, OpenEmu, RetroBat, OnionOS,

China's CXMT just entered mass production of memory chips that can rival Samsung's

ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) set the stage at the 2026 World Manufacturing Convention by announcing its latest advancements in chip manufacturing. The Chinese corporation has officially begun mass production of its fifth-generation D

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Sea of Stars, Singing Monsters, Avalar, more

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The tiny magnetic e-readers from Xteink that attach to your Pixel are on sale right now

Qi2 or MagSafe have always been one of the wildest but useful additions to phones like the Google Pixel or iPhone, and the best accessory might just be another display on its own. Xteink’s magnetic mini e-readers, like the X4 Pro, are on sa

As Android XR nears, smart glasses are only getting more popular despite Meta backlash

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How to clear System Data on Mac and free up storage space

Macworld If your Mac is warning that you are running out of storage, you need room for a macOS update, or your Mac simply seems to be slowing down, you may have looked at the large chunk of storage labelled System Data and wondered if you c

Call of Duty needs to be broken up for the good of everyone

Call of Duty is a massive franchise with massive yearly releases. But for the betterment of everyone, it should really be broken apart to give each type of player an experience they can enjoy, rather than a rushed feeling one they tolerate.

OPPO Find X10 Officially Unveiled: 200MP Camera and 8,000mAh Battery

OPPO officially unveiled its new Find X10 yesterday. The lineup also includes two other models: the more powerful Pro Max and the more affordable E variant. The standard Find X10 targets users who want a capable camera and long battery life

Apple’s M5 MacBook Air just got a $150 price cut at Amazon

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OPPO Find X10 Pro Max Officially Unveiled. How Much Does It Cost?

OPPO has officially unveiled its flagship model, the Find X10 Pro Max. The phone joins the standard Find X10 and the more affordable Find X10 E. The Pro Max targets users who want top-tier performance, a trio of 200MP cameras, and an 8000mA

iPhone 18 Pro & Max Guide: Everything you need to know about the new iPhones

Macworld The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now on sale. They retain the 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screen sizes and aluminum unibody design introduced with the previous generation, but Apple has made substantial changes to the cameras,

If you bought a new iPhone in the past two years, Apple owes you money

Macworld iOS 27 has finally delivered on the new Siri promise Apple made back in 2024, but many people who were persuaded to buy an iPhone 16 at the time by ads touting the feature still feel cheated that it took so long. If you’re one of t

Halo’s future moves to Activision while Obsidian folds into Bethesda

Microsoft has offered an update on its Xbox layoffs, which sources indicate will fall below the previous numbers revealed in July.

Apple’s next-gen photo controls only work on images ‘captured’ on a new iPhone

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Mac Studio 2026: M5 Max and M5 Ultra specs, prices and benchmarks

Macworld New Mac Studio 2026: At a glance What’s new: The 2026 Mac Studio gains M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, dramatically faster AI and graphics performance, faster SSD storage, increased memory bandwidth, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and enhanced p

These discounted Dell 'Plus' laptops focus on productivity in Windows

Dell's 14 Plus and 16 Plus deliver clean, no‑nonsense designs, strong Intel Core Ultra performance, long battery life, and QHD+ displays built for productivity.

How to upscale videos to 4K with Clipchamp

Clipchamp can now upscale low-resolution videos to 4K locally using AI, making old or low-quality footage look clearer.

WoW: Forever team talks class balance, competing with Retail, Player Housing, and more

At BlizzCon 2026, I had the opportunity to speak with the team behind WoW: Forever ahead of its November launch to learn about the future of "Classic+" World of Warcraft.

Mac mini (M5 Pro) review: Killer performance at a lethal price

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Apple is doomed because there aren’t enough iPhones to buy

Macworld You feel it, too, right? That sense that things have changed. Our long-held traditions are about to be upended. Where it will lead, no one can say. All we know is that it is happening and there is no going back. No, the Macalope is

Vivo X500 Launches With a 7,500mAh Battery and 144Hz Display

Vivo has officially launched the X500 in China, and the standard model is not playing it safe. It comes with MediaTek's new Dimensity 9600M chip, a large 7,500mAh battery, a 144Hz AMOLED display and a ZEISS camera system. The X500 starts at

Vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max Are the First Phones With MediaTek’s 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro

Vivo has officially launched the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max in China, and both phones bring a major first to the Android market. After all they are the first smartphones to use MediaTek’s 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. The new phones also p

Score this near-mint Apple iPad 9th Gen for $179.99 with all-day battery and Touch ID

Macworld TL;DR: For a limited time, get this near-mint, grade-A refurbished Apple iPad 9th Gen (64GB, Wi-Fi) on sale for $179.99 (MSRP $329). A new 10.2-inch iPad from Apple still runs $329, and for many people, that’s more tablet than ever

Redmi M100 Pro Could Bring Back a Highly Successful Model in China

Redmi may be preparing another M-series phone for China, and it could be a very familiar one. A new software database leak points to the Redmi M100 Pro, which appears to be linked to the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. The connection comes from the p

vivo's X500 Ultra Confirmed for Launch in Spring 2027

vivo has confirmed that its next Ultra flagship is still on track for a 2027 launch. The X500 Ultra is expected to arrive around March or April next year. The information comes from Huang Tao, vivo's vice president, from when he spoke to th

iPhone 18 owners are angry about crashes and paint issues

The new iPhone 18 Pro series is already facing some early user complaints. Reports from new owners include crashes and sudden reboots, with some cases linked to failed Face ID attempts. Other users have also reported issues with the phone's

Scientists reveal why Kent meningitis outbreak was so deadly

An investigation has revealed why the deadly meningitis B outbreak in Kent was so dangerous.

Ninkear MBOX18 Brings Intel 18A Technology to a Tiny 0.36L Mini PC

Mini PCs are no longer limited to basic office machines. The category has expanded into everything from home servers to media PCs and compact workstations. At the same time, many buyers still want something simple: a small Windows computer

Nearly half of young people trust AI over a human

Nearly half of young people trust artificial intelligence over a human to check a fact, according to a new report.

Samsung Could Cut QLED TV Production by 80% as Mini LED Grows

Samsung could make a major change to its TV lineup this year, according to South Korean outlet ETNews. The company is reportedly cutting production of its quantum dot (QD) LCD TVs by about 80%. Output might even fall from around 10 million

After years of silence, Microsoft adds basic features to Mixed Reality

A new Mixed Reality Link update lets users pass built-in mic and camera feeds directly to Windows 11.

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

As the Steam Deck loses its affordable appeal, the XBOX Ally could be an unexpected handheld gaming champion

Steam Deck prices climb while the ROG Xbox Ally holds steady, potentially becoming 2026's best‑value handheld gaming PC if it continues the trend.

Copilot on Windows 11 will soon open links inside the app instead of launching a browser

Copilot for Windows 11 will soon feature a built-in browser, changing how users interact with links inside the app.

New Windows 11 feature cuts screen glare without altering photos or videos

Windows 11's new Magnifier contrast theme reduces screen glare while leaving your photos, videos, and media untouched. The feature is in testing now among Windows Insiders.

Hideo Kojima stamps out speculation on Physint while hyping up Xbox

Major outlets recently interviewed game designer Hideo Kojima about how Sony tried to cancel Physint, and what support Xbox will provide his studio.

Apple's AI Lawsuit Payout: How to Claim Your Cash

Apple has opened the claims period for a new $250 million settlement tied to Siri, and iPhone owners can now apply for a payout! The claim window opened today, September 21, and runs through December 21, 2026. This case is different from an

Apple May Skip the iPhone 19

Apple's next major iPhone generation, expected in 2027, may not be called the iPhone 19. According to Omdia senior researcher, Apple could jump straight to the iPhone 20 instead, timing the name change to match the iPhone's 20th anniversary

Why our nation's beloved cup of tea may be under threat

It's said that a cup of tea solves everything - but there are now warnings of supply shortages for our nation's much-beloved brew.

Eastern lore might save this upcoming Diablo rival

Tarae: The Unbound is a dark fantasy ARPG coming in 2027, based heavily in Eastern folklore

Blizzard wants World of Warcraft 'The Last Titan' to have more open-world challenge and immersion like WoW: Forever

Speaking to us at BlizzCon 2026, World of Warcraft's Game Director Ion Hazzikostas confirmed that the next big retail expansion will have a "Heroic" world tier.

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

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Windows Wrap: Microsoft has two weeks to stop its Surface event from being an embarrassment

Microsoft's upcoming Surface event risks falling flat unless the company moves past local AI hype to embrace what made Surface special.

Trump to create AI force - as lawsuit claims firms illegally agreed to slow development

Donald Trump wrote in ‌a social media post on Saturday that he is creating an "AI Force" to ‌oversee regulation of AI and will announce an AI "czar" in the near future.

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

New species of wild cat identified in Bolivia - first for more than 100 years

A previously unknown species of wild cat has been identified in South America.

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

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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)

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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

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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

Lilbits: Framework Laptop 12 gets a Wildcat Lake upgrade, Pine64 halts Linux device production due to RAMageddon

Fairphone is finally bringing a smartphone to the US market. Framework is upgrading its cheapest laptop. And RAMageddon claims another victim. Here’s a roundup of recent tech news from around the web. Pine64 is halting production of Linux d

Lenovo’s next ThinkBook Plus laptop could have a rollable display that extends horizontally

Earlier this year Lenovo unveiled a Legion Pro Rollable concept laptop with a display that expands to the left and right, giving you more horizontal screen space. While Lenovo Legion-branded devices are designed for gamers, it looks like th

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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