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RayNeo’s New Smart Glasses Are Taking the Cameraless Route
Gizmodo / 16min
No camera, no problem.
How to listen to Premier League 2026/27 from anywhere in the world
Latest from TechRadar / 18min
The Premier League 2026/27 season is here and you can listen live and for free in the UK. A mammoth 320 games are set to be broadcast across the season. BBC Radio 5 Live — which is expected to have live commentary of 209 matches — and TalkSPORT (111 fixtures) are the two national broadcasters with rights in the UK. But how can you access live commentary of the Premier League and is it available i
I've played every Metal Gear Solid multiple times, and Master Collection Vol.2 feels like the best way to experience two of the series’ most legendary games
Latest from TechRadar / 18min
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots has become something of a legend over the years, being the one big game in the franchise that never left its original platform – the PlayStation 3 . Review info Platform reviewed: PS5 Available on: PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 Release date: August 27, 2026 Finally, the port once thought impossible has returned in the new Met
How to watch Premier League 2026/27: Free Streams, TV Channels & Fixtures — Matchday 1
Latest from TechRadar / 18min
Premier League 2026/27: Fri, Aug 21, 2026 – Sun, May 30, 2027 FREE Stream: CazéTV (Brazil, selected matches) Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere (75% Off + 3 Months Free) Watch Premier League 2026/27 live streams as Arsenal begin the season as champions for the first time in 22 years, having ended their drought last term. The Gunners are aiming to become the first club not called Manchester City t
RayNeo is going both minimalist and maximalist with its latest AR smart glasses
Engadget / 18min
RayNeo's latest AR smart glasses are going for very different audiences: The very discrete, and the very nerdy.
The Single English County Saying No to Palantir
Wired / 1h
The UK government is facing calls to cancel a sprawling health care contract with Palantir. The region of Greater Manchester insists it can do a better job itself.
Genesis' GV90 NeoLun is a luxury electric SUV with heated floors and coach doors
Engadget / 1h
Genesis' new electric SUV is loaded with innovation, but not in the dash or drivetrain as you might expect.
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Aug. 21, 2026
Mashable / 2h
Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers. Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle , and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need. While we are focused more on meanin
Ruggable Discount Code: 30% Off Rugs | August 2026
Wired / 2h
Keep your floors pristine and your budget intact. Save up to 30% off machine-washable rugs, runners, mats, and pillows using Ruggable coupons plus our expert advice.
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on August 21
Mashable / 2h
The Moon is getting closer to the Full Moon now, with its illuminated portion continuing to get bigger each night. Now in its Waxing Gibbous phase, more than half of the Moon is lit up as seen from Earth. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Friday, Aug. 21, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in its Waxing Gibbous phase, with 61% of its surface visible. Without any visual aids, ton
Massive supply-chain attack sees terabytes of data belonging to some of the world’s biggest and most sensitive organizations leaked online
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Latest from TechRadar / 4h
More than 2,500 organizations, including Cisco, Samsung, AWS, Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Thales, and the London Stock Exchange Group, have credentials harvested during a supply-chain attack on LiteLLM LiteLLM was not directly hacked by the hacking group TeamPCP, which found their way in thanks to a compromised build of an open-source security scanner Some of the credentials still work, nearly f
ChatGPT’s Mac App Can Now Control iMessage, Which Apple Probably Won’t Like
Gizmodo / 4h
Even if Apple didn’t watch iMessage like a hawk, Apple is suing OpenAI.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 21, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you've watched NFL football. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight, and each n
NYT Pips hints, answers for August 21, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you co
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 21, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you like to party. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. Ther
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 21, 2026
Mashable / 4h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're familiar with the theater. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some
Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 21, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you've ever doodled in class before. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO:
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe season 2 could be in trouble, as creators confirm there's 'no big picture' for future seasons
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
I've said it before and I'll say it again: new HBO Max spinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe is even better than original series The Big Bang Theory . Sure, it's come under fire for its potentially AI-ridden title sequence and we've still yet to see Sheldon (Jim Parsons) and Leonard (Johnny Galecki) make a return, but I'm having so much fun watching that I've barely given these minor issues a
Meta smart glasses could soon be banned in cinemas, says UK trade body — but this time it’s more about piracy than privacy
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
UK movie theatres considering smart glasses ban The ban would be over privacy and piracy concerns It's yet another instance of private bans restricting the tech Privacy concerns have rocked Meta’s smart glasses business. They’re being ridiculed online as ‘perv glasses,’ and their use is banned in a growing number of spaces. In the UK, this could also soon include cinemas , though it’s for a very
Father’s Day 2026 is fast approaching — here are 45 tech gift ideas to spoil him this year
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
It’s always tempting to fall back on the cliched Father’s Day gifts we know and love, like a pair of novelty socks, a mug with a lame joke on it, a bottle of whisky and some aftershave, but it’s always a good idea to mix it up a bit. Father’s Day 2026 in Australia falls on September 6, so you better get a wriggle on if you haven’t even begun to think about what to get the important man. If your d
Sennheiser gives its flagship true wireless earbuds a full revamp, complete with Bluetooth 6 and replaceable batteries
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Sennheiser has announced the Momentum True Wireless 5 noise-cancelling earbuds with a completely redesigned enclosure New features include Bluetooth 6.0, Dolby Atmos and replaceable batteries Available to buy from September 3 for the same price as the previous generation in the US, but more expensive in the UK and Australia Hot on the heels of the launch of the much-anticipated Momentum 5 Wireles
Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK to operate thousands of robotaxis in Nevada
TechCrunch / 6h
Together, these permits would allow up to 8,000 robotaxis to be deployed over the next 12 months.
African defense tech startup reveals $52 million funding as it looks to take on Ukraine and US giants
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Terra Industries is a Nigerian defense tech startup founded in 2024 by Nathan Nwachuku and Maxwell Maduka It has raised an incredible $52 million in seed funding, reportedly the largest ever by any African startup The core business of Terra Industries is providing automated surveillance and defense systems to the global south Nigerian defense tech company Terra Industries has raised a record-brea
AI data startup Micro1 reaches $500M gross run rate amid AI training boom
TechCrunch / 7h
Surging demand for AI training data is driving rapid growth for the startup and its rivals.
Netflix’s Anime NYC Line Up Is Ridiculously Stacked
Gizmodo / 7h
Netlfix opened the floodgates with a new look at anime from 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2' to the glorious return of 'Blue Eye Samurai,' coming to the streamer later this year and early 2027.
Unpopular Kindle DRM changes aren't making anyone happy — especially sleepy readers like me — but there's an easy workaround, if we even need one
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Hear me out: what if our outrage over an apparent Amazon Kindle Software update and DRM for ebooks is wildly overblown ? I'm not talking about the recent Kindle update that reportedly strips away the ability to remove DRM (Digital Rights Management) from downloaded books. While you might argue that there's good reason to maintain this ability, I say writers gotta get paid, and the edge cases of n
This is the only camera youll need on vacation
Mashable / 7h
Packing your bags for a trip can be a daunting task. Unfortunately, I can't help you with clothes, toiletries, and other essentials you'll need to bring on your vacation. However, I can help you lighten your load when it comes to packing a camera. Over the years, I have packed several different cameras from point-and-shoots like the Nikon Coolpix, mirrorless shooters like the Panasonic Lumix, exp
Learn what VCs actually want, from a founder who’s raised $1B
TechCrunch / 7h
Investors want founders who understand the financial reality of their business. Messy data, misunderstood metrics, or waiting until you’re nearly out of cash to start fundraising can cost founders leverage, valuation, and even a term sheet. In this episode of Build Mode, host Isabelle Johannessen sits down with Sasha Orloff, founder and CEO of Puzzle […]
US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots pivots after US ban
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
A leading US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots and robot dogs now plans to produce its own robots at a facility on Long Island, New York. The business pivot comes amid the US government’s growing crackdown on foreign-made robots. The company RoboStore had previously become the main North American distributor for humanoid robots and quadruped robots from Unitree Robotics, a Chine
Europe cancels planned upgrades for Ariane 6 rocket
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
In the two years since it made a largely successful debut, Europe's Ariane 6 rocket has launched eight missions, all of which reached orbit safely. The large, expendable rocket has a capacity of more than 20 metric tons to low-Earth orbit. And to the credit of European rocket scientists and planners, the Ariane 6 has had a substantially smoother rollout than comparable vehicles in the United Stat
They survived 9/11; 25 years later, their bonds remain unbroken
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
September 11, 2001, will be remembered as one of the darkest days in American history. As the 25th anniversary approaches, National Geographic, in collaboration with the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, is marking the occasion with a new documentary miniseries: 9/11: Reunited . The three-episode series revisits the personal stories of several survivors of the terrorist attacks, with a twist: It reunites
Huge 66-ft Turkish drones are hunting million-dollar Chinese UAVs in Africa in another war barely anyone talks about
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Sudan's army has destroyed at least six Chinese-made CH-95 drones since June 2026 The Akıncı costs roughly $25 million, twelve times more than the CH-95 Armed drones are now the leading cause of civilian deaths in Sudan Sudan's civil war has continued since April 2023, when the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) first clashed across the country's cities and prov
Google Pixel 11 Review: Minor Upgrade
Wired / 7h
Incremental improvements fail to generate much excitement, but Google’s Pixel 11 is still an accomplished Android phone.
How landscape gardening is being electrified
BBC News / 8h
The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
There’s Life Before Watching ‘Bone Tomahawk,’ and Then There’s Life After Watching ‘Bone Tomahawk’
Gizmodo / 8h
Director S. Craig Zahler’s 2015 film, starring Kurt Russell, sits at the head of the table of elusive horror‑Western cinema.
Amazon's God of War show brings in Dave Bautista as its new Kratos
Engadget / 8h
The casting swap follows Ryan Hurst's injury on set earlier this year.
New Jersey Teenager Drops Bellwether Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
NYT > Technology / 8h
The case was the third of nine major personal injury cases that could expose Meta, YouTube, Snap and TikTok to financial damages and force them to change the designs of their platforms.
Dave Bautista Is Kratos in ‘God of War’
Gizmodo / 8h
He takes over for Ryan Hurst, who injured himself on the set of the Prime Video adaptation
My Experience Using Malaysia Airlines Enrich Status For OneWorld Elite Benefits
One Mile at a Time / 8h
For most OneWorld flyers in the US, they’re selecting between Alaska’s Atmos Rewards and American AAdvantage. This year, I’ve been flying both Alaska and American a bunch, and having Malaysia Airlines Platinum (OneWorld Emerald) has made it super easy! In fact, for my travel plans, I’d argue that it’s far more worth it than either of the aforementioned statuses. Firstly, earning status on MH is r
OpenAI is gaining on Anthropic with business users, new data indicates
TechCrunch / 8h
Businesses are willing to flop back and forth as each lab releases new models, volatility that should give both companies' investors pause about how "sticky" enterprise AI spending really is.
GitHub says commits have doubled in the last four months
Engadget / 8h
The new traffic peak caused "capacity failures" that led to the developer platform's recent outage.
USAF is buying banned DJI drones to train its operators against the 'most statistically probable real-world threat'
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
US Air Force buys banned DJI drones to train against likely hostile aircraft F.E. Warren base will use DJI aircraft for counter-drone security drills RIZER software will isolate the DJI drones before they enter training The US Air Force plans to buy DJI drones for counter-drone training at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. The purchase involves Chinese-made drones that security forces will u
Want smarter screen time? This documentary streaming service is now $130 for life.
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR : Learn while you relax with this lifetime subscription to MagellanTV Documentary Streaming Service , now only $129.97 (reg. $999) until Aug. 23. Opens in a new window Credit: MagellanTV MagellanTV Documentary Streaming Service: Lifetime Subscription $129.97 $999 Save $869.03 Streaming doesn’t always have to mean switching off your brain. If you’re looking for something to binge-watch that
ChatGPT can now send texts for you with new Apple Messages plug-in
TechCrunch / 9h
Ever wanted someone else to do your texting for you? ChatGPT is being offered up as an automated text scribe via a new Apple Messages integration.
Bruce Campbell Has Been Retired as Ash for a While, Actually
Gizmodo / 9h
Recent comments made 'Evil Dead' fans sad but the actor himself was surprised by the response.
Quote of the day by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman: 'There's no way to get there without a breakthrough' — a blunt reality check on the path to superintelligent AI
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
AI is capable of impressive things – or, at least, it's capable of accomplishing many tasks that were previously unthinkable before ChatGPT burst onto the scene in 2022. That said, many question whether large language models (LLMs) represent a coherent path toward a meaningful improvement in the technology so that it rivals human intelligence. Lacking in energy The OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was speak
3 excellent Prime Video shows to stream this weekend (August 21-23)
How-To Geek / 9h
Original programming has been dominating Prime Video's top 10 in August, with Reacher season 4 and Sterling Point season 1 sitting at Nos. 1 and No. 2, respectively. Beyond the list of new and returning shows this month , Prime Video has a stacked library of licensed shows that appeal to mass audiences.
Grok Is Having a Hard Time
Gizmodo / 9h
Grok is reportedly malfunctioning, making it even less useful than usual.
HyperX's first open-back gaming headset brings the bass
Engadget / 9h
The Cloud Alpha Air is reasonably priced at $150 and sports super comfy earpads.
Apple Music will reportedly label any AI-made tracks later this year
Engadget / 9h
The upcoming feature expands its Transparency Tags for marking slop songs.
InKind Referral Code: Get $25 Off Your First Meal With My Favorite Dining App
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Looking for an InKind referral code? New InKind users can get $25 off their first dining experience of $50 or more when they sign up through a referral link . Through August 31, 2026, there’s also a limited time referral promotion, where the person making the referral can earn $50 off a future dining experience, rather than the standard $25. InKind is my favorite dining rewards app , and if you l
China's PLA used drones to send gold bars, US$100 notes in a bizarre 'wartime financial support' drill
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Drone-delivered gold bars and dollar bundles were dropped straight into a military field Soldiers counted NT$1,000 notes alongside US$100 bills and solid gold bars New Taiwan dollars in the mix hint at planning for civilian payments The Chinese People's Liberation Army used a multi-rotor drone to deliver cases of gold bars and cash bundles across a field during a drill. Chinese state media report
What is CyberLeek? Everything we know about the alleged GTA 6 leakers.
Mashable / 10h
Gamers have been waiting years to see gameplay footage from Grand Theft Auto VI , but this week, an individual or group known as CyberLeek has started posting possible clips online. For anyone who has not spent years following every scrap of GTA 6 news, here is why this matters: The game is the long-awaited next installment in Rockstar Games’ enormously popular open-world crime series. Players ex
Bigfoot-Like Ancient Apes Might Have Been Closer to Humans Than We Realize
Gizmodo / 10h
A new study has broken down all the ways that the old distinctions between the “Homo” in “Homo sapiens” and several closely related ancient primate categories are falling apart.
Republicans Turn to Elon Musk and AI Super PACs for a Bailout Ahead of Midterms
Gizmodo / 10h
"I would say that maybe it can use a little public relations help," Trump said about data centers Wednesday.
Google AI Giving Staggeringly Racist “Advice” About Being Alone With Certain Groups of People
Futurism / 10h
There are a litany of reasons to distrust Google’s AI Overviews, which now appear at the top of its search results above links to actual websites. The algorithmically generated answers, which pull from various sources online, have quickly become one of the biggest sources of misinformation on the entire internet . The search giant’s AI models are frequently caught hallucinating easily disproven f
Delta Will Use AI To Cut Costs And Set A Different Ticket Price For Every Passenger—CEO Says Profits Could Rise 50%
View from the Wing / 10h
Delta CEO Ed Bastian says artificial intelligence could increase profits 50%. The airline’s plans point toward fewer office jobs, automated decisions and different fares for individual passengers.
The Enhanced Games — tech’s steroid extravaganza — didn’t pay off, as company posts $60 million loss
TechCrunch / 10h
An effort to transform the world of sports through steroid use doesn't exactly seem to be bearing financial fruit.
Cancun has a new adults-only, all-inclusive resort — and you can book it with points
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Dreaming of escaping to the beach on points? World of Hyatt's newest member promises to make your Caribbean dreams come true — whether that means an active vacation, restorative retreat or something in between. And because Hyatt Vivid Cancun is an all-inclusive property, you can use World of Hyatt points to cover not just your lodging, but most food, drinks and activities during your stay. Relate
The Galaxy’s Fastest Star Could Reveal the Secrets of a Supermassive Black Hole
Wired / 10h
S301 passes close to Sagittarius A*—so close that its orbit could reveal how the black hole’s rotation warps the spacetime around it.
‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Composer Explains the Show’s Two Big Needle Drops
Gizmodo / 10h
'Game of Thrones' and 'House of the Dragon' know nothing about Tennessee Ernie Ford, but this show's version of Westeros does.
Riot is ending active development of 2XKO in December
Engadget / 10h
The fighting game will still receive content updates through October 2026.
Hundreds of Fake VPNs Are Flooding the Chrome Web Store
Lifehacker / 10h
I often tell people to think of VPNs like kitchen funnels. Instead of pouring your network traffic directly into the web and spilling your metadata everywhere, you push it down a narrow tube of encryption. You point your connection exactly where it needs to go without leaking all over the place. Of course, the assumption in such an arrangement is that you trust your VPN, which controls the flow o
Iiyama ProGraphic HB3201UHSNP 4K monitor review: Our first taste of the latest IPS Black 2.0 panel tech
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
In this age of OLED everywhere, all the time, what hope for a mere LCD monitor launching into the market? Actually, the new Iiyama ProGraphic HB3201UHSNP, a 32-inch 4K model, actually looks like a very compelling package for creative professionals, on paper. It's built around LG's very latest IPS Black 2.0 technology, which offers much better contrast than any previous IPS panel tech. Maybe that
Super Cruise costs $40 a month, but 60% of GM owners skip it
How-To Geek / 10h
GM has sold hands-free highway driving capability under the Super Cruise name since 2017, marketing it as one of the most capable systems on the road. New GM buyers get three years of Super Cruise with select vehicles, but once that trial ends, most don't pay to renew the feature each month. Only 30 to 40% choose to keep it, according to a company announcement GM made in April 2026 .
OK, can we actually cool data centers with our pee?
TechCrunch / 10h
Jason Kelce joked that people should cool data centers with their pee, rather than potable water -- but his suggestion is not completely ludicrous.
A Tennessee Hospital’s Drug Mix-Up Has Left at Least One Woman Paralyzed
Gizmodo / 10h
Tennessee state officials are reportedly now investigating Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown over the matter.
The excellent Bambu Lab P1S Combo brings multicolor 3D printing to your desk, and it's $50 off right now
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The Bambu Lab P1S Combo is designed to remove much of the tinkering traditionally associated with 3D printing. It arrives assembled, can be set up in around 15 minutes, and automatically handles jobs such as bed leveling and vibration compensation before you start printing. Currently, the Bambu Lab P1S Combo 3D printer is down to $499 (was $549) at Bambu Lab with free shipping. I've also seen it
Waymo Is Bringing Chinese EVs to American Streets
Gizmodo / 10h
The robotaxi company says its new Ojai vehicles are on the road in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Phoenix.
5 new shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Hulu, and more (August 21-23)
How-To Geek / 10h
The list of new and returning shows to watch this weekend is all about variety—five shows across five different streaming services. On Netflix, one of the streamer's most popular young adult dramas comes to an end with its fifth and final season. I've watched this adventure show since the beginning, so it's my top pick of the week.
NASA's ground control software has a worrying security flaw which could let hackers contact spacecraft
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Latest from TechRadar / 10h
NASA’s ground control software has a critical vulnerability that could allow third-party access to spacecraft The flaw has been found in a browser-based variant of NASA’s AMMOS Instrument Toolkit NASA has not publicly responded to the flaw’s disclosure NASA’s open source ground control software has a critical vulnerability that could enable an unauthenticated attacker to gain access and take cont
There’s an UNO World Championship Next Month and We’re Totally Going to Enter
Gizmodo / 10h
In which your correspondent decides that UNO is the road to being slightly less broke, maybe.
The '1,000-year' disc that failed: The weird history of M-Disc
How-To Geek / 11h
Cold storage is all about keeping your files and making them last for years, just in case you ever need to retrieve them to look at old memories. Improper methods of storage can cause those memories to be lost forever, which is why some formats are better than others for storing stuff over the long term.
The Economy Is So Bad That People Are Using Klarna for Rent and Utilities
Futurism / 11h
There was a time in the not-so-distant-past when credit cards were a genuine novelty for American consumers. First emerging in the late 1950s, credit cards spread through households like wildfire during the 70s and 80s, fueling the rapid development of card technology and thus enabling them to become ubiquitous personal finance vehicles they are today. In a matter of decades, private credit has b
These Transistors Engineered With Bacteria Are Literally Alive, if a Little Slow
Gizmodo / 11h
Life imitates tech, kind of.
China Is Strapping ‘Digital Bombs’ to Civilian Infrastructure—Is the US Ready?
Wired / 11h
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” Andy Greenberg discusses sitting in on a war game simulating a cyberattack from the Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon
Someone targeted security researchers using a fake crypto conference as a lure
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TechCrunch / 11h
A hacker pretending to work for a leading cryptocurrency news website targeted several cybersecurity professionals using Google Docs as a way to deliver malware.
Why Everyday Athletes Are Testing Their Sweat (and Why It's MostlyPointless)
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. TrainingPeaks—the training-log app plenty of serious runners, cyclists, and triathletes live in—recently rolled out a direct integration with hDrop , a reusable wearable sweat sensor. The idea is that athletes wear it on their arm, and sweat loss and sodium loss data get logged alongside their workout notes, right next to heart rate and power. The
Got a new Google Pixel 11 Pro XL? Here are the phone cases and covers that won't let you down
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
On the hunt for a Google Pixel 11 Pro XL case? I'm here to help. I've sifted through the sea of options on the market to find the options that will actually keep your phone protected — and looking good at the same time. You'll find my top picks in the US and in the UK below. The Pixel 11 Pro XL is one of the new models announced in August 2026. The Pro XL is the big-screen option, with a 6.8-inch
Venture X Business vs. Amex Business Platinum vs. Sapphire Reserve for Business: Three-way card showdown
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
While there's no shortage of business cards on the market, there are limited options for premium cards that provide value year after year. Chase entered the premium business card market last year with the introduction of the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ (see rates and fees ). The popular Capital One Venture X Business and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express have been pillars
Two ways to play and stream video in the Linux terminal
How-To Geek / 11h
A few years ago, I discovered the joys of listening to music via the command line . Despite my background in TV and production, I've never been much of a video guy. But that changed (slightly) when I discovered a few cool ways to play and stream video to my Linux Terminal.
Mark buys a castle
TechCrunch / 11h
Mark Zuckerberg just bought a cozy abode somewhat close to Meta’s international headquarters in Ireland.
‘Wonder Man’ Cancelation ‘Deserves Some Study,’ Says Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
Gizmodo / 11h
In a new interview, 'Wonder Man' star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II talks about the optics of canceling the show after season two had already been greenlit.
The best website builders of 2026: 80+ platforms tested to find the easiest ways to build a site.
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
A great website builder is the foundation of any successful business, online store, or digital portfolio. These platforms streamline web creation, allowing anyone to build a compelling online presence without writing a single line of code. To help you make an informed choice, our team hands-on tested more than 80 website builders. Wix takes our top spot overall. Combining flexible templates with
Senators press TikTok on 'sinister' experiment that held back an algorithm safety feature
Engadget / 11h
A teen who died by suicide was reportedly part of the test.
Former Spirit Employees Aren’t Happy About Its AI Deal With Google
Gizmodo / 11h
You probably wouldn’t be either, if your ex-employer was about to hand over 100 million company emails to one of the world’s most powerful tech companies.
'Dude, you're getting a Dell....server rack': Is this iconic TV ad campaign returning with an AI twist?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Michael Dell posts ten-second, AI-generated riff on the 2000-2003 "Dude, you're getting a Dell" ads swapping the desktop PC for a crane-delivered AI server rack The post, which seemingly uses a synthetic Ben Curtis lookalike, has received a "Made with AI" label on X The gag also underscores an important shift in Dell's business: its AI-optimized server revenue rose 757% to $16.1 billion last quar
The most reliable compact car in 2026 isn't a Toyota — it's a Hyundai
How-To Geek / 11h
If you're shopping for a reliable compact car, Toyota is probably the first brand that comes to mind. But according to current reliability data, one of its most popular rivals actually scores higher. With an 86/100 quality and reliability rating from J.D. Power, low estimated maintenance costs, and one of the strongest warranty packages in the industry, this affordable Korean sedan makes a compel
This App Will Make You Want to Use the Pixel 11 Pro's 'HiLight' Feature
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. When Google announced the Pixel 11 series last week , it showed off a new "upgrade" for its Pro devices—including the Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. "HiLight" is a small light circle that rests on the camera bar of these Pro Pixels, and is designed to passively clue users into alerts while their phones are face down. If HiLi
Two Binance Employees Detained in the U.A.E. Amid Police Inquiries
NYT > Technology / 11h
The detentions of the workers, who have been released, are a sign of legal pressure that the world’s largest crypto exchange faces in the Emirates, which is home to its main regulator.
Google gives publishers a new way to fight AI-driven traffic losses
TechCrunch / 12h
Google is giving publishers a new button that lets readers make them a preferred source across Search, Discover, and Google News, potentially boosting their traffic as AI search sends fewer clicks to the web.
Runlayer, Rippling drop lawsuits — but the brouhaha is still a cautionary tale for founders
TechCrunch / 12h
Runlayer and Rippling have dropped their lawsuits. No money was paid. Rippling celebrated by releasing a competing product.
Why Don’t Airlines Offer Free Upgrades To Empty Seats To Generate Goodwill?
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Every so often I see a frequent flyer express frustration online about not receiving a free upgrade to an empty premium seat. Some airlines have published complimentary upgrade programs, but I’m referring to situations where an upgrade isn’t a perk of elite status. For example, I’ve had a lot of people reach out to me over time, pointing out how they have elite status on an airline, find themselv
Roblox must make changes after failing to block adults creeping on kids
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Despite making changes last fall to help block adults from messaging unknown children , Roblox is still failing to stop adults from creeping on kids in other ways, Australia’s eSafety commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, said on Thursday. Suspecting that Roblox may not be doing enough to stop child exploitation, eSafety conducted testing earlier this year that flagged alarming gaps in Roblox safeguar
Meta's app for creating generative AI minigames is now available in the US
Engadget / 12h
It's called Pocket and is described as a "platform for making and sharing gizmos."
Castelion hits $13B valuation to mass-produce hypersonic missiles
TechCrunch / 12h
Founded in 2022, Castelion set out to manufacture hypersonic weapon systems at a lower cost and at faster speeds than traditional defense primes.
The Best Tech and Gear for Back to School 2026
Gizmodo / 12h
Whether your budget is $10 or $1,300, we've got tech and gear recommendations that will make the new semester more productive and entertaining.
Fuhgeddaboudit: San Francisco Loses Tech Talent Crown to Communist Hell Hole
Gizmodo / 12h
Suck it, Bay Area.
‘Naruto’ Live-Action Movie Casts Charles Melton as Kakashi
Gizmodo / 12h
The Emmy-nominated actor best known for 'Beef' and 'Riverdale' will play the popular mentor figure.
How hearing the Martin Logan ElectroMotion ESL X made me fall in love with the surpreme detail and clarity in electrostatic speakers
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
One of the nicest things about checking out the best speakers at a big trade show, (in this case, Audio Advice Live in Raleigh, North Carolina) is that sometimes you have family nearby. So, when I was doing my second round of some of the vendors that really stood out to me, I was able to bring my cousin along — and if you’re within driving distance next year, $30 will get you in the door. On that
How to watch The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project online — stream the reality series from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Watch The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project on Hulu and Disney+ Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%) Premiere: Friday, August 21 (global) In The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project , the titular member of everyone's favorite reality TV family is putting her and her friends front and center in a new series focusing on motherhood, marriage, dating, business and fame. After decades of strutting
Silicon Valley Doesn't Get Why You Hate AI
Wired / 12h
Technology leaders don’t seem to understand society’s gripes about AI, but boy, are they posting through it.
3 must-see HBO Max movies to watch this weekend (August 20-23)
How-To Geek / 12h
If you're an HBO Max subscriber in the U.S. and you've been paying attention , this part of August is still basking in the bloody chicklets of Bob Odenkirk's new action flick, Normal; Conan O'Brien is about to sprawl himself across the globe again in a new season of Conan O'Brien Must Go ; and the DC Universe is expanding a little more on the service with Lanterns .
How to watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase
Engadget / 12h
The two-hour stream will feature Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past.
Android users beware — if you own one of these budget smartphones, your device could be hacked with a simple video call
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Unisoc system-on-chip (SoC) devices – usually budget smartphones – are vulnerable to a video call-based exploit Any smartphone can be used to place the call, with malicious code sent in call setup messages Despite attempts, Unisoc did not respond to the disclosure Security researchers have demonstrated a weakness in several Unisoc SoC-based devices that makes them vulnerable to an exploit sent du
HP OmniBook X Flip 16 packs Core Ultra 7 power into a versatile 2-in-1, and it's a huge $450 off in Best Buy's 60th Anniversary sale
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 gives you considerably more flexibility than a conventional laptop. Its 16-inch touchscreen can be folded all the way back for tablet use or positioned at different angles for presentations, streaming and creative work. In its 60th Anniversary Sale, the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 is now $750 (was $1200) at Best Buy . That's a massive $450 saving, equivalent to 37.5% off the r
Delta CEO Says His Airline Belongs With Emirates And Singapore. That’s Silly, Because The Carrier Is Getting Worse
View from the Wing / 12h
Ed Bastian wants Delta mentioned with Singapore Airlines and the best Asian and Middle Eastern carriers. Delta has a brand, but product consistency and service still fall short and once-vaunted reliabiltiy has faltered.
OpenAI Halts AI Training on Advanced Model as It Detects Dark Signs Emerging
Futurism / 12h
OpenAI says that it’s slowing down development and release of new models due to security and alignment concerns. The ChatGPT maker announced the decision in a Tuesday blog post , citing two events as drivers of the indefinite training halt. One was the recent incident in which an OpenAI agent escaped its training sandbox without OpenAI’s knowledge and coordinated with other agents to launch a biz
Best Western Selling Gift Cards With 20% Bonus: Worth It If You’re A Loyalist
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Best Western has just brought back a great promotion for buying gift cards, which could be worth it for anyone who stays at Best Western properties with any frequency, as flagged by Frequent Miler . Buy $100 gift card, get $20 bonus card Best Western is selling e-gift cards with up to a 20% bonus : The promotion is valid for gift card purchases made between August 19 and September 2, 2026 With ea
Chinese video platform Bilibili is going global
Engadget / 12h
The platform is expanding with a new international app and an English version of its website.
Viral video shows Amazon delivery drone dropping package in hot tub
Mashable / 12h
A new viral video shows an Amazon Prime delivery landing in some hot water — literally. In a short, 11-second video making the rounds on social media, a Prime Air delivery drone from Amazon can be seen arriving over a backyard pool in Texas. As an onlooker records and curses, the drone opens its delivery bay and drops a package directly into an in-ground hot tub below. Over the mosquito-like buzz
People are threatening to uninstall ChatGPT just to see if it begs
Mashable / 12h
ChatGPT is getting dumped. Repeatedly. The breakups aren't real, of course, but there's a new ChatGPT prank taking over the internet: Users are opening the chatbot, announcing they're about to uninstall it for good, and waiting to see whether it responds like a respectful ex, a desperate partner, or someone who secretly wanted out of the relationship first. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It
Breeos smokeless fire pit just dropped to its lowest price in months — grab it now for $509
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $90: The Breeo X Series 24 smokeless fire pit is down to its lowest price in months. Grab it from Amazon for $509, down from $599 — a 15% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Breeo Breeo X Series 24 $509 at Amazon $599 Save $90 The Breeo X Series 24 smokeless fire pit is back down to $509, its lowest price in the last three months , a $90 discount off its $599 list price. At 62 pounds, it
Sonys noise-canceling headphones are back on sale at Amazon — grab them for under $100
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $82: Sony's WH-CH720N wireless noise-canceling headphones are down to $98 at Amazon. That's a 46% discount off their $179.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-CH720N $98 at Amazon $179.99 Save $81.99 If you've been holding off on a solid pair of noise-canceling headphones, this is the moment. Sony's WH-CH720N wireless noise-canceling headphones just dropped to $98, one o
Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule
TechCrunch / 12h
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