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Microsoft warns of new signed malware which deploys remote monitoring tools as backdoors
Latest from TechRadar / 11min
TrustConnect is back, this time used to deploy legitimate but weaponized RMM solutions.
250 Avios Per Dollar Spent On Kate Spade Purchases (Avios Now Posting?)
100+One Mile at a Time / 24min
Update : On January 2, 2026, I posted about how British Airways’ shopping portal was showing earnings rates of 250x Avios per dollar spent on Kate Spade purchases. Initially it appeared that British Airways wasn’t planning on honoring this, but in late January, the 250x earnings rates were correctly showing as “pending.” I’m now getting reports that the Avios have posted correctly — congrats to a
Match Group COO out, as dating apps struggle to connect with Gen Z
TechCrunch / 3min
Match Group eliminates the COO role as CEO Spencer Rascoff has been managing operations.
'The precision and quality of the print finish are exceptional': Our 3D printing expert loved the beginner-friendly Anycubic Kobra S1 and it's $320 off right now
Latest from TechRadar / 4min
At under $430, the high-speed, beginner-friendly Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo is one of the best 3D printers we've ever used.
The MacBook Neo might be a creators dream — hear me out
Latest from TechRadar / 11min
It’s not the most powerful Mac, but between iPhone Mirroring, macOS tools, and Apple’s ecosystem, the $599 MacBook Neo might be the perfect creative companion.
Exclusive: ‘I don’t think it would be good for Sigma to just chase a trend we don’t know could end in 6-12 months’ says CEO on its plans for compact cameras
Latest from TechRadar / 11min
We sat down with Sigma's CEO Kazuto Yamaki at the CP+ 2026 show in Japan to discuss the family-owned lens and camera maker's plans
26 blooming great Lego Botanicals deals for Mothers' Day — from colourful wildflowers to quirky cacti
Latest from TechRadar / 11min
A whole bouquet of bargains, with prices from £8.79.
Big savings for students and professionals — Microsoft’s Surface Laptop with Snapdragon X Plus, Copilot AI and 16GB RAM is £350 off
Latest from TechRadar / 11min
Save big on Microsoft’s 7th Edition Surface Laptop at Amazon, now down to £892 for a limited time.
Musk testifies tweet that led to $44 billion lawsuit "may not have been my wisest"
Ars Technica - All content / 13min
Elon Musk has acknowledged that the tweet at the center of a multibillion-dollar lawsuit over his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter “may not have been my wisest” as the world’s richest man defends himself from allegations of market manipulation in court. He told a San Francisco jury on Wednesday that his post was not intended to manipulate Twitter’s stock price in the midst of the takeover battl
macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 update will "upgrade" your M5's CPU to new "super" cores
Ars Technica - All content / 13min
As part of Apple's flurry of Mac announcements earlier this week, the company announced the new M5 Pro and M5 Max processors . And those chips are shaking up the way that Apple designs and talks about its processor cores: What would have been called "performance" CPU cores are now "super" cores. "Efficiency" cores are still called efficiency cores. And there's a new, third type of CPU core in bet
The First Trailer for ‘The Testaments’ Takes Us Back to ‘Handmaid’s Tale’
Gizmodo / 17min
'One Battle After Another' star Chase Infiniti is bringing us back to the world of Gilead through fresh eyes this April.
This four-star 'polished GoPro alternative' from DJI just dropped to its lowest price since Black Friday
Latest from TechRadar / 19min
The four-star DJI Osmo Action 4 has dropped to £169 at Amazon — that's the lowest price we've seen since Black Friday
Airlines don’t have an AI problem. They have a foundational technology problem
Latest from TechRadar / 19min
Airlines won’t unlock AI’s value until they fix the technology foundations beneath it.
10 Hacks Every TikTok User Should Know
Lifehacker / 21min
TikTok is entertaining, addictive, and full of hidden features that can make the experience way more enjoyable—not to mention safer. Because for all its charms, TikTok is something of a privacy nightmare. The app's ownership recently shifted from Chinese company ByteDance to the TikTok USDS Joint Venture, a new entity backed by Oracle's Larry Ellison, private equity firm Silver Lake, and UAE-base
Nothing’s Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro Strongly Reject Minimalism
Gizmodo / 25min
You definitely won't mistake them for iPhones or Galaxy phones.
10GbE networks and screaming rack servers: The r/homelab flexes wasting your money
How-To Geek / 26min
I still remember it like it was yesterday—I was watching homelabbing YouTube and scrolling the r/homelab subreddit, wishing my homelab could look like those “real” homelabs. I told myself that, one day, I would have a “real” homelab like those guys. I later realized that those Reddit homelab upgrades aren’t actually necessary at all to have a real homelab, and I wish I would have avoided some of
Can my credit card help if my vacation is affected by a military conflict or war?
The Points Guy Articles / 31min
We always hope for the best on our trips, but chaos can appear quickly and unexpectedly. If your trip is disrupted by a worst-case scenario — such as a military conflict or war — or if your upcoming vacation is canceled because of such events, your credit card may be able to help you. Of course, first and foremost, make sure you and any travel companions are safe. Once your safety has been secure
Polymarket Gets Major Prediction Completely Wrong After Loudly Boasting About It
Futurism / 32min
When gambling platform Polymarket made an early morning announcement projecting Ken Paxton would win the Texas Republican senate primary, it had no polling data to go off, and no survey methodology to inform the decision. The announcement — styled as a “BREAKING” piece of polling news, invoking the language of journalists — instead followed the betting line: millions of dollars which, in that mom
Canadians Get a 27% Discount in Las Vegas — And It’s Bringing Them Back Because Demand Curves Slope Down [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 34min
“Vegas At Par” taking Canadian dollars 1:1 to pay U.S. prices is bringing back visitors to participating properties. Also, Southwest gets dragged again for blocking seat changes even with empty rows, plus a 100,000-point business card offer from a regional bank and new Air Tahiti Nui Sydney service.
Transfer Chase Points To Wyndham Rewards With 30% Bonus: Worth It?
One Mile at a Time / 39min
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched a new transfer bonus to Wyndham Rewards, which also happens to be the program’s newest transfer partner. While some transfer bonus is better than no transfer bonus, this still isn’t an offer I’d recommend taking advantage of. Chase offering 30% bonus on Wyndham points transfers Between March 5 and March 31, 2026, you can receive a 30% bonus when you transf
Are Hercules power tools at Harbor Freight worth buying?
How-To Geek / 41min
Walk into any hardware store like Home Depot, Lowe's, or Harbor Freight, and you'll see all sorts of power tools displayed in a rainbow of colors. It's hard to know what to buy or where to start. Ryobi is extremely popular at Home Depot , but when you're at Harbor Freight looking for a deal, the obvious choice is Hercules power tools.
Zeno raises $25M to speed up production of its battery-swap motorbikes
TechCrunch / 42min
The startup, co-founded by Tesla and Apple alumni, has sold nearly 1,000 of its motorbikes so far.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, March 6 (game #999)
Latest from TechRadar / 43min
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, March 6 (game #733)
Latest from TechRadar / 43min
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
The Download: an AI agent’s hit piece, and preventing lightning
MIT Technology Review / 45min
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Online harassment is entering its AI era Scott Shambaugh didn’t think twice when he denied an AI agent’s request to contribute to matplotlib, a software library he helps manage. Then things got weird. In the middle of the night, Shambaugh opened his email to d
Forget the Prius—this luxury hybrid beats it in 5 ways
How-To Geek / 57min
For years, the Toyota Prius has been the default choice for drivers who want maximum fuel efficiency from a hybrid. Its reputation for reliability and low running costs helped define the modern hybrid market. But today’s hybrid technology has evolved far beyond what the Prius originally pioneered, and some newer models now offer far more than just impressive fuel economy.
How NotebookLM's New 'Cinematic Video' Tool Works
Lifehacker / 59min
NotebookLM is Google's more sophisticated, research-focused AI tool, built on the same underlying models as Gemini but with an interface that's less chatty and friendly. Like Gemini, it regularly gets upgrades and new features, and the latest update adds "cinematic" video summaries. One of the tasks NotebookLM is perfect for is collecting a bunch of information together in a notebook—PDFs, web li
This Eye-Catching Solar EV Startup Just Got Closer to Hitting Production
Gizmodo / 1h
Aptera says it finished building the first solar-powered car on its low-volume assembly line.
Meta will allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp in Europe, but for a fee
TechCrunch / 1h
Meta will allow rival AI chatbot providers to offer their services on WhatsApp for a fee, which ranges from €0.0490 to €0.1323 per "non-template message," depending on the country.
Why 27 lines of Python is all you need for an inspiring Linux Mint desktop
How-To Geek / 1h
Desklets are my favorite Linux Mint customization feature because they make adding desktop widgets super easy, which you'll appreciate if you want a Windows-like widget experience after switching to Mint.
AI powers innovation – but it’s also powering the next wave of cyber attacks
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
With AI enabling fully automated cyber attacks, cyber resiliency has emerged as a critical strategy.
Best science-based weight loss program for long-term results
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Start a Weight Watchers program for as low as $10/month for 10 months and get the first month free
Florida woman given major jail sentence for illegally selling Microsoft product keys
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Florida woman paid Texas company around $20 for Windows 10 licenses before selling the product keys illegally.
The Top 10 TV Series Right Now, According to Streaming Data
Lifehacker / 1h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The most-streamed TV shows in February prove that the monoculture is officially dead. Instead of one-show-fits-all, we have a lineup of series diverse enough to give you genre-whiplash. The high-stress espionage of The Night Manager , the super-hero meta-commentary of Wonder Man , the light fantasy of A Knight of The Seven Kingdoms , and the gritt
6 smart home devices you can build for cheap with an ESP32 board
How-To Geek / 1h
ESP32 microcontrollers are incredibly cheap and versatile boards you can use to build a variety of devices. One of the most compelling reasons to pick up an ESP32 or two is to create your own inexpensive smart home accessories.
This is the best $20 I've spent on my smart home
How-To Geek / 1h
Smart home tech can be expensive. It might cost hundreds of dollars to replace your light bulbs with smart ones. However, some devices cost next to nothing but can make a huge difference to your smart home.
Even Tech Investors Are Getting Sick of All These AI Startups With Weak Ideas
Futurism / 1h
If the whole “AI-startup to billion-dollar tech giant” pipeline is wearing you thin, you’re not alone. As it turns out, even the guys lavishing tech entrepreneurs with billions of dollars in venture capital funding are getting sick of the AI schtick. That’s courtesy of TechCrunch , which interviewed a number of investors at venture capital firms — the early-investors who try to turn young, risky
Beyond 'visual expression': Alaska's plans for the Hawaiian Airlines brand
The Points Guy Articles / 1h
What's in a brand? For Hawaiian Airlines, it's the people, culture and place that the carrier is rooted in. If the islands had a flag carrier, it would be Hawaiian. That brand loyalty in Hawaiian's namesake islands, as well as Asia, the South Pacific and California, is why Alaska Airlines is keeping it around. As Alaska CEO Ben Minicucci and other executives have put it, flyers should expect to s
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge Techo Airport Phnom Penh (KTI)
One Mile at a Time / 1h
For the next part of my Iceland to The Residence via Cambodia trip , I had an extended layover at Techo Airport (KTI), which is the new airport serving Phnom Penh, Cambodia. I was arriving in Singapore Airlines’ 737 MAX business class from Singapore (SIN), and was connecting in Etihad’s A321LR first class to Abu Dhabi (AUH). During my time at the airport, I checked out two lounges — the Plaza Pre
It’s Time For Even More Outlandish ‘The Batman, Part II’ Casting Rumors
Gizmodo / 1h
Plus, the shelved 'M3GAN' spinoff may finally see the light of day.
Science Corp raises $230M as it races to bring its brain implant to market
TechCrunch / 1h
A source close to the company says the round assigns Science a post-money valuation of $1.25 billion.
My wife didn’t want a TV in the bedroom, but this piece of tech solved the problem for me
How-To Geek / 1h
I wanted a TV in the bedroom. My wife didn’t. So I was tasked with finding a way for us to still be able to watch movies and TV shows in bed, but without a TV on the wall. Little did I know that the solution was a small, Coke-can-sized piece of tech that we could fit under the nightstand when not in use.
Still find parrying in games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hard to time? Let me tell you about how a new controller’s fantastic speed and micro-switch triggers transformed my timing
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
I thought my aged reflexes were too slow for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — then this controller with 3.5ms input latency and micro-switch dual-mode triggers changed everything.
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man review — new Netflix movie manages to destroy the best British TV show of the 2010s in less than two hours
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Peaky Blinders originally ended with a bang — now new Netflix movie The Immortal Man has given it the Game of Thrones curse.
ExpressVPN just gave AI agents the power to control your connection
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
ExpressVPN has launched a beta Model Context Protocol (MCP) server on desktop, becoming the first VPN service to let AI agents directly interact with its apps — all while promising the privacy and security VPN users expect.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: The stealth upgrade
Engadget / 1h
You'd be forgiven for thinking that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks a lot like the last four models. That's because it does, right down to its general design and rear camera layout. But on Samsung's latest flagship phone, some stealthy upgrades are hidden beneath its classic blocky silhouette that might go unnoticed by the casual observer. Those help make this year's release feel like a better
OpenAI releases a Windows version of Codex coding app
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Amonth after launching Codex for Mac, OpenAI brings Codex to Windows with a new suite of IDEs supported.
This Amazon Fire TV Surround-Sound System Is Over $200 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 1h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A basic TV can only do so much with its built-in speakers. Thin cabinets leave little room for proper drivers, so dialogue sounds flat, and action scenes lose their impact. A soundbar is the usual fix, and this Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus with subwoofer and surround speake
How I test Raspberry Pi Pico projects without any Pi hardware
How-To Geek / 1h
A Raspberry Pi Pico is very different from the rest of the Raspberry Pi family, and can be very daunting if you've never used one before. Luckily, there is a free website that lets you try things out before you dive in.
The Division 2: Warlords of New York expansion will be available for all players during the series' Anniversary Season alongside a new, limited-time Realism Mode that is 'a reflection of what has always sat at the heart of The Division'
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Massive Entertainment is celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Division series with a brand new game mode for The Division 2.
AI can write emails and summarize meetings, but here’s what it still can’t do in 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
If we’re going to use AI well, it’s important we get clear on its limitations and how it works.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this spring
Engadget / 2h
One of the big surprises to come out of Sony’s recent State of Play showcase was the announcement of a sequel to 2021’s Kena Bridge of Spirits , the impressive debut from indie studio Ember Lab. If you missed the first game and want to catch up before its successor launches on PC and PS5 later this year, it’s coming to Switch 2 this spring. The Switch 2 is very much in its port era, owing to publ
3 ways the Windows Task Manager is lying to you
How-To Geek / 2h
If you're the person friends and family call when their computer starts acting weird, you've probably opened Task Manager more times than you can count. It's the first place most of us go when a PC feels slow, an app stops responding, or the fans suddenly spin up for no obvious reason. For decades, it has been Windows’ built-in diagnostic dashboard, presenting CPU, memory, disk, and GPU activity
Ryan Gosling wreaks havoc in SNL promo
Mashable / 2h
If there's one man who knows how to rock a pair of shades and a bad attitude, it's Ryan Gosling . In the SNL promo above the Project Hail Mary star grabs a jacket emblazoned with the number five from the prop cupboard before wreaking havoc around the SNL office, smoking in the corridor, drinking champagne, and riding on a toy horse. The problem? He think he's allowed to act how he wants because h
How 1,000+ customer calls shaped a breakout enterprise AI startup
TechCrunch / 2h
On this episode of Build Mode, David Park joins Isabelle Johannessen to discuss how he and his team are intentionally iterating, fundraising, and scaling Narada.
'Managers must find a balance': Report claims businesses might need to get HR involved to make workers use AI
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Around twice as many managers than regular employees experiment with AI – mangers hold the key to broader AI adoption.
Why you should max out your phone storage right now
How-To Geek / 2h
If you've been holding off on an Android upgrade because your current phone is still chugging along, or you're waiting for the next big phone launch, you might want to reconsider. All signs point to 2026 flagships costing more while delivering the same or less than last year's phones.
Best Gravel Running Shoes (2026): Salomon, Adidas, Nike
Wired / 2h
The best new shoes in this hybrid, niche footwear style can take you from your front door, down the asphalt, and into the trees.
BMW’s i3 prototype conquers the ice with power and technology
Engadget / 2h
For an electric car to survive in this incentive-free , tariff-laden , emissions-loving world, it has to be very, very good. It also helps if it's priced right, and looking great doesn't hurt either. Unfortunately for BMW's latest EV, the i3 sedan, we still can't say much about those last two questions. BMW hasn't announced pricing yet, and thanks to some eye-crossing camouflage, it's impossible
American Airlines Halted Heathrow Catering and Started Flying Meals Across the Atlantic — This Mice-in-the-Bread Photo May Explain Why
View from the Wing / 2h
American Airlines abruptly stopped taking local catering at London Heathrow and began flying in minimal meals from the U.S., leaving premium cabins with a stripped-down service both directions because the galleys can’t hold two flights worth of food. The airline hasn’t explained the reason, but a photo that's circulating showing mice nested in bread on an American Airlines 777 offers a clue for wh
Wizards of the Coast Is Officially Calling It ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ 5.5E, Would Like You to Not Read Anything Into That
Gizmodo / 2h
After years of insisting otherwise, the TTRPG publisher has thrown its hands up and called the latest iteration of 'D&D' what people have been calling it since day one.
Rivian is betting its future on one of the fastest EV launches in US history
TechCrunch / 2h
If Rivian reaches its R2 sales target in 2026, it will be one of the fastest ramp-ups ever of a new EV in the United States.
Lio raises $30M from Andreessen Horowitz and others to automate enterprise procurement
TechCrunch / 2h
AI procurement startup Lio announced a $30 million Series A in a round led by Andreessen Horowitz.
Formula 1 2026 regulations explained: New power, aero and strategy era begins
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Formula 1’s 2026 regulations bring new power units, active aero, smaller cars, and sustainable fuels. Here’s how the rule changes will reshape racing.
Forget INDIRECT: The modern way to create cascading drop-down lists in Excel
How-To Geek / 2h
Cascading drop-down lists—where choosing a category like "Fruit" narrows the next list to "Apple" or "Pear"—are a staple of high-level data entry in Excel. The old INDIRECT method works, but it's clunky and hard to maintain. Instead, use dynamic arrays to build lists that handle the modern workflow more smoothly.
Beats Studio Pro headphones are under $200 right now at Amazon — save $150
Mashable / 2h
SAVE OVER $150: As of March 5, the Beats Studio Pro are on sale for $199.95 at Amazon. That's $150.04 off the list price of $349.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro $199.95 at Amazon $349.99 Save $150.04 The Beats Studio Pro headphones are our favorite Beats headphones . If they've been on your radar but you've been waiting for them to get a good price cut before picking them
Anthropic is reportedly back in talks with the Defense Department
Engadget / 2h
Anthropic is reportedly trying to reach a new deal with the US Defense Department, which could prevent the government from labeling it a supply chain risk. According to Financial Times and Bloomberg , Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has resumed talks with the agency over the use of its AI models. In particular, the publications say that Amodel is having discussions with Emil Michael, the Under Secreta
Dutch MPs call for free government-backed VPN, ad-blocker, and password manager for all citizens
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Following major data leaks at Odido and health services, a motion tabled by the Dutch opposition argues that online safety shouldn't depend on your income and calls on the government to hand every citizen a free "digital first-aid kit."
IKEA's tiny, stackable Kallsup speakers let you 'build your own sonic skyscraper', and they're on sale now for $10 each
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Grab as many of these punchy little cubes as your budget will allow, and start building your own 'sonic skyscraper'.
Nothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on: A premium design with a price to match the Pixel 10a
Engadget / 3h
Nothing has announced its latest premium midrange device, the Phone 4a Pro . The company says it's the thinnest full-metal phone on the market, measuring in at 7.95mm. It also looks notably different from the prior A-series phones – and pretty much any of the company's phones to date. It features an aluminum unibody while retaining Nothing’s retro-clear hardware design touches, with a clear, rede
Apple Music is flagging AI slop before Spotify has even started — but there's a catch
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Apple Music is rolling out Transparency Tags for AI-generated music, but the responsibility lies with record labels.
How to use collaborative Loop components in Microsoft Teams chats
How-To Geek / 3h
The modern digital workplace is moving away from separate apps and files toward a single, shared workspace. Microsoft Loop components fix the major problem of switching back and forth between tools and losing information, especially in Team Chats, but Loop commands are how you summon them.
Earn Rewards On Housing Payments With Bilt Credit Card: How Does It Work?
One Mile at a Time / 3h
Link: Apply for a Bilt credit card , with three options to choose from We’ve just seen Bilt roll out absolutely massive changes , which impact both the credit card portfolio, as well as the way that rewards are offered on housing payments. With the new cards having recently launched, we’re finally in a new era when it comes to how rewards are earned for housing. During the transition period, I kn
Stephen Colbert gives a brutal breakdown of McDonald CEOs infamous burger launch
Mashable / 3h
What should have been a simple product launch video went a bit wrong for McDonald's recently, with CEO Chris Kempczinski receiving a fair bit of attention for the tentative bite he took of a new burger on the menu. In the Late Show clip above, Stephen Colbert breaks down the launch video bit by bit — starting with Kempczinski referring to the burger as a "product". "OK, weird to refer to food as
Seth Meyers calls out Trump and Republicans clashing over the word war
Mashable / 3h
The use of the word "war" to describe the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, and Iran's retaliation, has President Donald Trump and his administration at odds with Republican supporters over messaging. During Late Night on Wednesday, Seth Meyers used his deep dive segment "A Closer Look" to lay out what Trump and former-defense-now-war secretary Pete Hegseth have called it , and what Republicans are ca
Score AirPods Max headphones for $429.99 at Amazon — save over $100
Mashable / 3h
SAVE OVER $100: As of March 5, the AirPods Max have dropped to $429.99 at Amazon. That's $119.01 off their list price of $549. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max $429.99 at Amazon $549 Save $119.01 A variety of brand-new Apple products have recently been announced, but if you don't mind scooping up older devices from the brand, there have been some very nice discounts popping u
Our favorite iPad for professionals is $100 off right now at Amazon — score the 256GB model for $1,199
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $100: As of March 5, the iPad Pro 13-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) is on sale for $1,199 at Amazon. This deal saves you $100 off its list price of $1,299. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) $1,199 at Amazon $1,299 Save $100 While new iPad models are on the way, quite a few older models have received nice discounts. The powerful iPad Pro 13-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) is amon
Nothing sees your colorful MacBook Neo, and raises you two new funky Android phones — meet the Phone (4a) and (4a) Pro
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The Nothing Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro have just been unveiled alongside the affordable Nothing Headphone (a) — and they come in some funky colors.
You can get the MacBook Neo for just $499 / £499 with this easy-to-miss education discount at Apple
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Apple's official education store is a gold mine for discounts if you're eligible—even on new models like the latest MacBook Neo.
Apple Music can now flag AI content, but only if distributors elect to label it
Engadget / 3h
While music streaming apps like Bandcamp , Spotify and Deezer have taken steps to inform users about AI-generated content, we haven't heard much out of Apple Music in that regard. However, Apple Music has now introduced "Transparency Tags" designed to show listeners if any elements were generated in whole or part by AI. The catch is that Apple is leaving it up to labels and distributors to create
Ubisoft provides updates on the Assassin's Creed series, says its 'taking the time to deliver on its ambitious vision' of Hexe and Codename Invictus is 'a new approach to multiplayer in the franchise, but it isn't quite what the rumors have suggested'
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Ubisoft has shared new details about the future of the Assassin's Creed franchise and announced a new 60FPS update for Assassin's Creed Unity.
Bill Gates’ TerraPower Finally Has a Permit for a Nuclear Reactor, but No Reliable Way to Fuel It
Gizmodo / 3h
Commercial quantities of the required fuel are currently only available from one vendor: the Russian state.
Why the Monsters of ‘The Bride!’ Don’t Look That Monstrous
Gizmodo / 3h
Maggie Gyllenhaal explained her creature-creation philosophy when it came to designing looks for Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley in her new movie.
KEF Muo Bluetooth Speaker: Portable Hi-Fi
Wired / 3h
Is a $250 Bluetooth speaker worth it? If it's this one made by KEF, it just might be.
'Email is at an inflection point': new study finds only 13% of emails sent worldwide were actually written by humans
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Tired of junk mail? You're not alone – 87% of emails are actually generated by automated systems and aren't personal.
AI companies only have a conscience when it's convenient
How-To Geek / 3h
AI safety has been all over the news recently. The US Department of War asked Anthropic to allow use of its AI for "any lawful use," and the AI company ultimately refused. While this is seen by many as a positive step, it still seems the case that AI companies only really have a conscience when it suits them.
How to watch Lakers vs. Nuggets online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets in the NBA for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The NBA bounces into action with several games this evening, including the Los Angeles Lakers at the Denver Nuggets. This Western Conference clash could be a preview of an upcoming playoffs fixture, with both t
How to watch Warriors vs. Rockets online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets in the NBA for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Prime Video hosts more NBA action today with a Western Conference showdown between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets. The Rockets have been flying high in the standings — they currently sit at N
The Samsung QD-OLED Odyssey G9 gaming monitor is over $300 off at Amazon — save vs. Walmart
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Amazon has the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC QD-OLED gaming monitor on sale for $899.99 , which is nearly $330 off its typical $1,229.99 price and a hefty $500 less than Walmart’s current $1,399.99 listing for the same monitor. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 QD-OLED Gaming Monitor $899.99 at Amazon $1,229.99 Save $330 Big-screen gaming monitor deals don’t
Nothings new over-ear headphones arrive with an almost unbelievable battery life and mid-range price
Mashable / 3h
Nothing officially announced the Headphone (a) on March 5, at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. The headphones, launched alongside the Phone 4 (a ), are the third-ever pair of over-ear headphones from the British tech brand, which made a name for itself with retro-style earbuds and smartphones. Last year, Nothing released its first over-ear model, the $299 Nothing Headphone (1) , and short
Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) are under $100 at Amazon — act fast to save $30
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $30 : As of March 5, Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 22% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99.99 at Amazon $129 Save $29.01 It’s been a busy week for Apple, with the announcement of new products including the iPhone 17e and the MacBook Neo . But if you’re more interested in using this time to get a discount on existing Ap
Cool: 145-Key St. Regis Queenstown, New Zealand, Opening Late 2027
One Mile at a Time / 3h
A St. Regis will be coming to what’s possibly one of my favorite places in the world , a market that could also use more good hotel options. The St. Regis brand will make its new Zealand debut Plans have been announced for the St. Regis Queenstown, with the newly built property expected to open in late 2027. The 145-key hotel will be located in central Queenstown, with views of The Remarkables mo
Security researchers found 'critical' flaw in IPVanish Mac VPN app — here's all you need to know
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
A newly discovered high-severity vulnerability in the IPVanish macOS app allows local attackers to hijack the VPN's background processes, granting them root privileges without the user ever knowing.
Nothing Headphone A Review: A Little More Colorful and a Little Less Good
Gizmodo / 4h
The Headphone A may be $100 less than the Headphone 1, but there are some compromises to consider.
Suunto Vertical 2 Review: Catching Up to the Pack
Wired / 4h
Suunto's latest adventure fitness tracker finally introduces a bright AMOLED screen that's great for maps.
This ancient Linux tool is still better than modern alternatives
How-To Geek / 4h
Client URL or cURL is a powerful command-line utility that's pre-installed on pretty much every modern computer (whether its Windows, macOS, or Linux). Think of curl as a web browser that lives in the terminal and works with raw text. This idea sounds pretty simple, but it's also why curl is omnipresent in modern tech. Even though modern alternatives exist (like wget), curl is not going anywhere.
How much wildfire prevention is too much?
MIT Technology Review / 4h
The race to prevent the worst wildfires has been an increasingly high-tech one. Companies are proposing AI fire detection systems and drones that can stamp out early blazes . And now, one Canadian startup says it’s going after lightning. Lightning-sparked fires can be a big deal: The Canadian wildfires of 2023 generated nearly 500 million metric tons of carbon emissions, and lightning-started fir
Apple Music will tag up AI-generated tracks, report says
Mashable / 4h
It's getting harder to distinguish AI-generated music on streaming platforms, and companies including Spotify and now Apple Music are attempting to make it clearer. Apple's audio streaming service is adding "Transparency Tags" to content generated by artificial intelligence, according to a report by Music Business Worldwide . In a newsletter sent to industry partners, viewed by the news outlet, t
Jimmy Kimmel reacts to Trumps latest meeting with tech leaders
Mashable / 4h
In between giving troubling answers about the war in Iran , Donald Trump found time recently to meet with tech leaders to talk about AI. "He had a meeting of executives from Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta and OpenAI, who gathered to grovel at his feet," says Kimmel in the clip above. "He had the tech bros sign a pledge that says they will supply their own power for their AI data centres — wouldn
Microsoft Teams wants to make it easier to forget all your embarrassing meeting mistakes
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Microsoft Teams meeting content can now be quickly deleted.
This Absurdly Complex Star Destroyer Model May Be the Most Detailed Ever Created
Gizmodo / 4h
It has 172,340 pieces and just under 1.4 billion triangles, and it induced a panic attack in our copy of Blender.
Nothing Now Has a Cheaper Version of One of 2025’s Best Wireless Headphones
Gizmodo / 4h
The Headphone A come in new colors, but not all of them are here to stay.
I reviewed Nothing's new budget phone, and it's a sleek, steady performer that impressed me so much that I might not go back to my Samsung
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Nothing's new budget-friendly mobile wowed me with its stand-out design and impressive performance, making it easy to recommend.
I didn't think it could be done — the Nothing Headphone (a) fix all the problems of the original while being way cheaper
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Nothing's new cheaper headphones are the dream version 2.0 of a product — better and way cheaper than the original
The Nothing Headphone (a) are here, and they rock — here are 5 things you need to know about them
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Nothing's new noise-cancelling headphones are half the price of the Headphone (1), but far from half the quality
Nothing Has Two New Midrange Phones, but Only One Will Be Sold in the US
Wired / 4h
Nothing won't launch a flagship phone this year, but the colorful and affordable Phone (4a), Phone (4a) Pro, and Headphone (a) are here to fill the void.
Nothing Phone 4a hands-on: A more technically accomplished entry-level smartphone
Engadget / 4h
Nothing is back with two new smartphones, the entry-level Phone 4a and the mid-range Phone 4a Pro. With the base 4a in particular, there’s no shortage of substantial hardware upgrades since the 3a , even if the design doesn’t quite stand out as much. This year, that’s apparently the role of the Nothing Phone 4a Pro. That said, the base 4a’s two new color options (blue and pink) are gorgeous addit
Nothing's new over-ear headphones can pump out the jams for five days on a single charge
Engadget / 4h
Nothing just revealed a new pair of over-ear headphones as a relatively budget-friendly alternative to the pre-existing Headphone 1 . The Headphone (a) earphones feature a similar design language to the company's previous cans, but with more color. As a matter of fact, these will be available in four colors, including yellow, pink, white and black. Perhaps the most notable feature here, however,
Nothing's Phone 4a Pro picks up flagship features and an even brighter display for $499
Engadget / 4h
Back in January, Nothing shared that it wouldn't be releasing its flagship Nothing Phone 4 in 2026, and instead focusing on follow-ups to its midrange Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro . After some expected teasing , those sequels have arrived: the Phone 4a Pro and Phone 4a. And like Nothing's previous devices, they seem like meaningful departures from what the company has tried in the past. The Nothing
How to Survive Daylight Saving Time: Start Early (2026)
Wired / 4h
Forcing your body to wake up a full hour earlier out of nowhere will be as brutal as it sounds. Instead, start early and add some light to your routine.
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 4h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
WWE 2K26 review: The game keeps getting better, the monetization keeps getting worse
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
WWE 2K26 takes one step forward and two steps back by infusing the series' best wrestling game to date with obnoxious monetization and a scaled-back MyRise campaign.
Major data leak forum LeakBase seized by FBI, Europol, and shut down
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The website was taken offline, and potential members arrested.
The rumors were true! Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has officially been announced by Ubisoft — 'Some whispers have a little more wind in their sails. Keep your spyglass on the horizon'
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Following months of leaks and rumors, Ubisoft has officially confirmed the existence of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced with the first piece of the remake's concept art.
Google reportedly muzzles Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney until 2032
Engadget / 4h
Epic Games’ courtroom battle with Google is over , but it’s reportedly going to affect how its CEO can speak about the tech giant for years for years to come. According to The Verge , part of the settlement terms Epic had signed has a clause stating that Epic and Sweeney will have to speak positively about Google’s competitiveness and app store operations going forward. “Epic believes that the Go
AI Agents Love to Hold Bitcoin and Spend Stablecoins, Study Finds
Gizmodo / 5h
The preference for bitcoin as a long-term store of value was referred to as the most dominant response in the recent Bitcoin Policy Institute report at 79.1%.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a handyman. 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 hints
Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a follower, not a leader. 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: NYT
NYT Strands hints, answers for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're pint-sized. 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
Hurdle hints and answers for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
The best 9 dating apps for men who are tired of being alone
Mashable / 5h
Most guys have a love-hate relationship with dating apps. But between work and life, meeting someone organically can feel nearly impossible. That's the promise of online dating — an unlimited number of meet-cutes right to your phone, no serendipity required. Of course, the reality of online dating is often quite different. But don't get discouraged. The Mashable Dating & Relationships team has sp
How to unblock Pornhub for free in Mississippi
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from Mississippi with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . The online world is riddled with restrictions and blockades that stop you going where you want to go. Online restrictions are everywhere, even in the world of porn . A number of U.S. states have introduced laws that require visitors to upload ID before accessing pornography sites. Pornhu
Make PDFs easier to manage forever with this $24 tool
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Stop battling with PDFs with some help from this AcePDF Converter and Editor lifetime license , on sale now for $23.97 through March 8. Opens in a new window Credit: Acethinker AcePDF Converter & Editor: Lifetime License $23.97 $99.99 Save $76.02 We’re all looking to find a little more time in our days, so why not find ways to simplify your workflow? If you’re often dealing with PDFs and c
Upgrade to a MacBook Pro for under $500
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Score a Grade A refurbished MacBook Pro (2020) with i7, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD for $479.99 (reg. $1,999). Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro 2020 (Refurbished) $479.99 $1,999 Save $1,519.01 There’s a big difference between wanting a Mac and having to pay full retail for one. At $479.99 (reg. $1,999), this Grade A refurbished MacBook Pro (from 2020) makes that decision a
The Looksmaxxing Glossary: Every term you need to understand the internets most unhinged subculture
Mashable / 5h
Every so often, a word or phrase claws its way out of a cultural underground and into the mainstream lexicon. More often than not, it's African American Vernacular English (AAVE) that gets co-opted by TikTokers before landing on Good Morning America, say. Slightly cringe, mostly harmless . But some slang breaks containment in ways that aren't so benign. Case in point: looksmaxxing . This term, wh
Whats new to streaming this week? (March 6, 2026)
Mashable / 5h
Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer! Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services to determine what to wat
The Soundcore AeroClip earbuds just got a $60 discount — but it won’t be around for long
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $60: As of March 5, the Soundcore AeroClip earbuds are on sale for $109.99 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore AeroClip $109.99 at Amazon $169.99 Save $60.00 Earbuds and headphones are so advanced these days that it’s hard to know where to look when buying a new pair. There are earbuds that monitor your heart rate, earbuds for
The Magic: The Gathering Tarkir Dragonstorm Play Booster Box is now below $110 at Walmart — save vs. TCGplayer and Amazon
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Tarkir Dragonstorm Play Booster Box (30 packs) is now priced under $109.98 at Walmart , sliding under $110 and beating both Amazon’s price and TCGplayer’s listing once shipping is factored in. Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Tarkir Dragonstorm Play Booster Box $109.98 at Walmart Even though Tarkir Dragonstorm has been out for
Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Booster Box preorders are $220 at Walmart — save vs. Amazon and TCGplayer
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box is up for preorder at Walmart for $219.98 , which beats Amazon’s listing by almost $50 and comes in cheaper than TCGplayer’s listing once shipping is factored in. That works out to about $6.11 per pack for a 36-pack booster box. Where to pre-order the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box: Best Walmart
Online harassment is entering its AI era
MIT Technology Review / 5h
Scott Shambaugh didn’t think twice when he denied an AI agent’s request to contribute to matplotlib, a software library that he helps manage. Like many open-source projects, matplotlib has been overwhelmed by a glut of AI code contributions, and so Shambaugh and his fellow maintainers have instituted a policy that all AI-written code must be reviewed and submitted by a human. He rejected the requ
How a Music Streaming CEO Built an Open-Source Global Threat Map in His Spare Time
Wired / 5h
Frustrated by fragmented war news, Anghami’s Elie Habib built World Monitor, a platform that fuses global data, like aircraft signals and satellite detections, to track conflicts as they unfold.
You’ve Never Seen Ants Like This Before
NYT > Technology / 5h
The Antscan database captures the tiny insects’ diversity and shows how the world’s living things could be rendered in three dimensions.
A Word to the Wise: Don’t Trust A.I. to File Your Taxes
NYT > Technology / 5h
The world’s smartest technology is no match for the U.S. tax code.
Microsoft, Europol take down global phishing as a service network which was able to bypass 2FA with ease
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Tycoon 2FA is no more thanks to a major law enforcement operation.
How to watch India vs England: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for T20 World Cup semi-final 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
All the ways to watch India vs England live streams online – including for FREE – for this 2026 T20 World Cup semi-final clash at Wankhede Stadium.
Former Military Officials, Academics, and Tech Policy Leaders Denounce Pentagon’s Tactics Against Anthropic
Gizmodo / 5h
"The future of American innovation in AI, the rule of law, and the constitutional boundaries of executive power are all on the line, and they are yours to defend."
The Roborock Qrevo S5V robot vacuum is $350 off at Amazon — act fast to save
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $350: As of March 5, the Roborock Qrevo S5V is on sale for $549.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: roborock Roborock Qrevo S5V $549.99 at Amazon $899.99 Save $350 If you’ve been toying with the idea of getting a robot vacuum for some time now, we’ve found an Amazon deal that might just tip the scales. As of March 5, the impressive Roborock Qr
The Roku Streaming Stick HD is almost half off at Amazon — save $14 right now
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $14 : As of March 5, the Roku Streaming Stick HD is on sale for $15.99 at Amazon. That's a 47% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick HD $15.99 at Amazon $29.99 Save $14.00 Streaming devices are transforming how we watch TV, making it easier than ever to access live channels, streaming platforms, and even gaming apps. From sticks to cubes, these p
A cheaper version of my favorite open-back audiophile headphones just dropped — cheers, Grado!
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Grado's more affordable Signature S550 headphones are in and if you read our Signature S750 review, you'll be eager to know more…
BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG trailer teases Netflixs concert livestream
Mashable / 6h
Netflix has released a trailer teasing BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG , a livestream of the K-pop group's first performance with all seven members since 2022. Streaming live from Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG will see BTS members RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook performing songs from their extensive discography, as well as some from their upcoming albu
Vladimirs fiery ending, explained
Mashable / 7h
After eight episodes of sexual tension and college scandals, Netflix's Vladimir goes up in smoke. Literally. The series finale sees Rachel Weisz's unraveling, unnamed professor protagonist finally consummating her obsession with her hotshot colleague, Vladimir (Leo Woodall). The pair have sex at the protagonist's remote cabin, then her husband John (John Slattery) shows up, fresh from his Title I
Vladimir review: Rachel Weisz goes full Fleabag
Mashable / 7h
Netflix's Vladimir is too cheeky for its own good. The limited series, based on creator Julia May Jonas' 2022 novel of the same name, combines a heady tale of desire with a #MeToo controversy on a small college campus. In theory, it's a hotbed of lust and controversy ripe for discourse. In practice, Vladimir 's flippancy dulls its sharpness. SEE ALSO: 'Bridgerton' Season 4, Part 2 review: Love do
Stream Vladimir at your own risk — there’s not a messed up, steamy or uncomfortable new Netflix show quite like it
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Vladimir is my new Netflix show obsession — and it makes lust, yearning and foolhardy desire more excruciating than ever.
How to watch Crufts 2026 for *FREE* — Live Streams, Schedule & Preview
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
All the ways to watch Crufts 2026 live streams for free from anywhere, as Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre hosts the world’s greatest celebration of dogs.
NYT Pips hints, answers for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 9h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the 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 onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 5, 2026
Mashable / 9h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition is for people who understand March Madness. 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 new s
How to watch Japan vs. Chinese Taipei in the 2026 World Baseball Classic online for free
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Live stream Japan vs. Chinese Taipei in the 2026 World Baseball Classic for free on Tele Rebelde , Tubi , or Venevision . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2026 World Baseball Classic is bringing together the best international sides in the world to compete over the next few weeks. Baseball fans are patiently waiting for the new MLB seas
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on March 5
Mashable / 10h
Now the Full Moon has been and gone, the illuminated portion will gradually fade as the Moon moves towards the New Moon. This is all part of the lunar cycle, the eight distinct phases of the Moon. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Thursday, March 5, the Moon phase is Waning Gibbous. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide , 96% of the Moon will be lit up tonight. You don't need any visual aids to en
Dario Amodei Is Reportedly Taking One More Stab at Making Nice With the Pentagon
Gizmodo / 11h
The most bizarre story in the history of tech policy refuses to end.
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