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Trump Threatens Musk with ‘Very Serious Consequences’ if He Funds Democrats
200+Gizmodo / 5h
Trump draws a line.
Government considers social media time limits for children
1KBBC News / 8h
The BBC understands proposals include a two-hour cap on apps and a 22:00 curfew.
College professors dont know how to catch students cheating with AI
40Mashable / 13h
Leo Goldsmith, an assistant professor of screen studies at the New School, can tell when you use AI to cheat on an assignment. There's just no good way for him to prove it. "I know a lot of examples where educators, and I've had this experience too, where they receive an assignment from a student, they're like, 'This is gotta be AI,' and then they don't have" any simple way of proving that, Golds
The Sims-like Paralives hits Early Access in December
Engadget / 47min
If you aren't thrilled with what EA has done with The Sims , another alternative is coming soon. The indie passion project Paralives launches in Steam Early Access on December 8. Paralives has all the hallmarks of the life simulation genre. You can build your character, including physical and personality traits. It lets you make friends, move up in your career, fall in love and start a family (or
Why Can't Every Console Game Have Mod Support?
How-To Geek / 49min
You might not have noticed, but mods are slowly becoming more common in console games. They're still not available for most console releases, but the recent wave of new console games with mod support is a promising sign for future releases.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 gets revealed at Xbox Games Showcase 2025
Mashable / 55min
This year’s Xbox Games Showcase pulled back the curtain on Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 , marking an unusual return for the subseries, which traditionally doesn’t revisit the same narrative arcs so directly (think Modern Warfare in 2007, followed by World at War in 2008). SEE ALSO: All the biggest reveals from IGN Live 2025, so far Set in 2035, Black Ops 7 is a direct sequel to 2012’s Black Ops II ,
Exclusive Offer: Get This Highly-Rated VPN for $3.39/Month Before It Ends
Gizmodo / 1h
Alert, alert! Don’t miss the current deal at NordVPN. The VPN is available for just over $3/month.
All the biggest reveals from IGN Live 2025, so far
Mashable / 1h
IGN’s two-day mega event was pure nerdy chaos in the best way possible. Following up on Summer Games Fest, IGN Live served up a packed slate of exclusives and fan-favorite reveals. From a first-look clip at Marvel’s Ironheart to a brand-new trailer for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3, and a celebration marking 10 years of Critical Role , the event delivered something for every corner of th
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, June 9 (game #729)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, June 8 (game #728) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever wor
NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, June 9 (game #463)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, June 8 (game #462) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, S
Quordle hints and answers for Monday, June 9 (game #1232)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, June 8 (game #1231) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going st
Microsoft dives into the handheld gaming PC wars with the Asus ROG Xbox Ally
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Back in March, we outlined six features we wanted to see on what was then just a rumored Xbox-branded, Windows-powered handheld gaming device. Today, Microsoft's announcement of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally hardware line looks like it fulfills almost all of our wishes for Microsoft's biggest foray into portable gaming yet. The Windows-11-powered Xbox Ally devices promise access to "all of the games ava
New adventures await the crew in Strange New Worlds S3 trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for a third season next month. Apart from a short teaser in April, we haven't seen much of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds ' upcoming third season , debuting next month. But Paramount+ has finally released the official trailer. (Spoilers for S2 below.) As previously reported , the S2 finale found the Enterprise under vicious attack by the Gorn, who were in the
You Thought You Were Tipping Staff At New York JFK Airport Restaurants—But It Can Be Used To Cut Their Pay
View from the Wing / 1h
Reader Aaron shares receipts from a recent trip through American Airlines terminal 8 at New York JFK, where concessions giant HMS Host is finding new creative ways to separate you from your money. They're stacking on fees and inflated suggested tips - and, it appears, pocketing some of the money for themselves. Continue reading ...
SteamOS Vs Windows: Which Is Best for Your Handheld?
How-To Geek / 1h
It's been a week since I wiped Windows 11 from my Lenovo Legion Go handheld and replaced it with the first official version of SteamOS for handhelds other than the Steam Deck.
At Fate’s End already looks like the must-play indie game of 2026
Engadget / 1h
Coming off its smash indie hit Spiritfarer , Thunder Lotus Games is taking a more action-heavy approach with its next title. The developer debuted At Fate's End with an announcement trailer during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest 2025 , giving us a taste of its captivating visuals and unique combat system. While Spiritfarer offered a more slow-paced experience filled with charming char
The new trailer for Clockwork Revolution is a wild, extremely steampunk ride
Engadget / 2h
Two years after it was first announced , we just got an extended trailer for inXile entertainment's Clockwork Revolution at the Xbox Games Showcase , and it looks kind of incredible — and completely over the top. (A man dubbed "The Knob" pisses his pants a minute and 56 seconds in, and someone else later gets cursed out by an automaton doll). Clockwork Revolution is a first-person steampunk RPG s
Beige is beautiful: Retro 1980s PC hides a GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and even has fake 5.25-inch bay covers, because why not
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
SilverStone’s FLP01 case brings old-school charm, complete with fake floppy drives and retro lights arkhive Business Limited comes with RTX 5060 Ti and offers real creative power Noctua cooling keeps the retro shell silent while the modern internals do all the heavy lifting Arc has unveiled a curious blend of nostalgia and modern performance with its desktop system, the "arkhive Business Limited,
How to Add Ports to a Chromebook
How-To Geek / 2h
Are you looking for ways to add extra ports to your Chromebook? Look no further! USB-C docks are the solution to your problem, and they come in all shapes and sizes.
‘Gachiakuta’ is Mad as Hell and Ready to Trash Everything
Gizmodo / 2h
'My Hero Academia' studio Bones sticks with shonen with its upcoming dark fantasy summer series, 'Gachiakuta.'
10 More Free Nintendo Switch Demos You Should Play
How-To Geek / 2h
If you want something new to play on your Nintendo Switch—or Nintendo Switch 2—you needn't reach for your wallet. Instead, there are tons of excellent demos to check out on the Nintendo eShop, which gives you hours of gameplay for free.
Meta reportedly in talks to invest billions of dollars in Scale AI
TechCrunch / 2h
Meta is discussing a multi-billion dollar investment in Scale AI, according to Bloomberg. In fact, the deal value could reportedly exceed $10 billion, making it the largest external AI investment for the Facebook parent company and one of the largest funding events ever for a private company.
‘The Expanse’ Does a ‘Mass Effect’ With New Game ‘Osiris Reborn’
55Gizmodo / 2h
Been missing 'The Expanse' and wish it were a video game? Owlcat Games may fulfill your dream with the action-RPG 'Osiris Reborn.'
Psychonauts developer’s trippy island adventure Keeper comes out on October 17
Engadget / 3h
It’s not Psychonauts 3 , but Keeper already looks to be a visually stunning and highly original gaming experience. Double Fine Productions and the company's art director Lee Petty showed off the official announcement trailer for its latest title during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest 2025 . It's not as hype as the news of Persona 4 Revival or The Outer Worlds 2 , but this quirky third
Beast of Reincarnation is a 'one-person, one-dog' RPG launching in 2026
Engadget / 3h
Originally announced as "Project Bloom," Game Freak's upcoming action-adventure game made a formal appearance at the Xbox Games Showcase as Beast of Reincarnation. The studio describes the game as a "one-person, one-dog" RPG and it's supposed to be coming out in 2026. Based on the trailer, the game is set in a post-apocalyptic Japan that's returned to nature due to some kind of beast-born blight.
The Switch 2 Screen Doesn't Have "Real" HDR—Here's Why
How-To Geek / 3h
As I write this, my own Switch 2 console is still in transit, but many luckier folks than I have had their hands on one for a few days now and the real facts and figures are coming out of the woodwork,
How to Sell Your Mac for as Much Money as Possible
How-To Geek / 3h
Macs hold their value better than most computers. If you're looking to upgrade and your existing Mac has still got some life in it, you should easily be able to sell it to fund your new purchase. Here are the steps you should take to get the best price for it.
Influential Apple engineer Bill Atkinson dies at 74
Engadget / 3h
A renowned Apple engineer who was instrumental in developing modern-day computing has died. Bill Atkinson, who was part of Apple's original Macintosh development team, died of pancreatic cancer at 74, according to a Facebook post made by his family on June 5. His contributions to Apple and the Macintosh personal computer are still widely used today, including fundamental UI elements like the menu
This Old Sony CRT Made Me Realize How Terrible Modern TV Audio Really Is
How-To Geek / 3h
These days, it's pretty much a given that you need a sound bar or some other external audio system for a flat-panel TV, because TV speakers suck!
Final Fantasy 16 suddenly arrives on Xbox Series X/S
Engadget / 3h
Xbox fans don't need to wait any longer to play Final Fantasy XVI on their Series X/S. Two years after the action RPG debuted on PS5, it got a surprise release on Xbox's consoles on Sunday. Its sudden arrival was announced during the Xbox Games Showcase as part of Summer Game Fest. The game's now available via the Xbox PC app as well. Granted, Final Fantasy XVI has been on Steam and the Epic Game
I compared a new cheap mini-LED TV to a mid-range model, and here’s why upgrading is more than worth a small price increase
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Some TV manufacturers are now offering more models within their full TV lineup, with smaller gaps between them when it comes to features and price, and this can make things confusing for potential TV buyers. Naturally, if an entry-level TV has a similar feature list to a step-up model, it’s the better deal, right? Well, that’s not always the case. I recently tested two 2025 UK mini-LED TVs from T
Here's our first look at Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Engadget / 3h
Surely I wasn't the only one caught off guard that this trailer featuring Milo Ventimiglia, a cybernetic butterfly and a tentacly upside-down hell world turned out to be the announcement of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, right? Nevertheless, that just happened at the conclusion of the Xbox Games Showcase , and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is officially on the way. Today's teaser comes ahead of an offici
‘Invincible’ is Finally Getting Its Own Fighting Game
Gizmodo / 4h
Stand ready for the arrival of 'Invincible VS,' a bloody tag-team 3v3 fighter coming to PC and consoles in 2026.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 officially announced and it stars that one Gilmore Girls actor
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
Activision has officially announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 The game is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC, but there's no release date yet The game will be set 40 years after Black Ops 6 in the year 2035 Activision has officially announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 for PS5 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , and PC. To close out the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 , Activision revealed
Asobo Studio's next Plague Tale game is a prequel arriving in 2026
Engadget / 4h
Asobo Studio announced at the Xbox Games Showcase that its new entry in the Plague Tale series is a prequel set 15 years before its last game. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is focused on the smuggler Sophia from A Plague Tale: Requiem , and is scheduled to be released in 2026. Based on the brief description from the game's trailer, Resonance follows a young Sophia as she "seeks her independence
The Best Rewards Card You’ll Never Get: Hidden Perk Sets It Apart, But Only For The Few
View from the Wing / 4h
Competition in the rewards credit card market has gotten so intense that I believe the Sapphire Reserve card - the 'it' product when it was introduced just six years ago - has become passé. It was the most rewarding in the marketplace, and now merely a good card that I think has been surpassed in its rewards-earning. But what if that card threw in a full United Club membership at no extra cost ?
Why Vinyl Doesn't Actually Sound Better
How-To Geek / 4h
Vinyl sales are near all-time highs, and their popularity has revived a conversation that has raged for decades: why does vinyl sound better than digital? Where is the magic in vinyl that digital lacks? But there is no magic—vinyl isn’t better.
Persona 4 Revival is real and coming to PS5, PC and Xbox
Engadget / 4h
The Persona 4 remake is real and its going to be called Persona 4 Revival . Atlus shared a trailer for the game during the Xbox Games Showcase , confirming its upgraded, likely Unreal Engine 5-powered visuals, and that it's coming to Xbox platforms. The trailer is remarkably short, all you really get are shots of Persona 4's small-town countryside setting, snippets of the game's score, some spook
Axiom Space prepares for its fourth mission to the ISS
TechCrunch / 4h
Axiom Space plans to launch its fourth mission on Tuesday, June 10 — a mission that CEO Tejpaul Bhatia described as “a little bit of a victory lap.”
A Battery-Free "Biopatch" Can Deliver Drugs Directly to Organs
How-To Geek / 4h
One of the biggest problems when it comes to treating internal organs is that, well, they're internal . Which means that either treatments have to be traumatically invasive, or medicine has to be pushed through our metabolic pathways, which isn't as efficient and can have unwanted side effects.
It's official, Persona 4 Revival has been announced, but there's no release date yet
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
The Persona 4 remake is official and known as Persona 4 Revival No release date yet, and with only a short teaser here, it could be a ways off It looks like it'll be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one Following months of rumors, Atlus has formally announced the Persona 4 remake, now known as Persona 4 Revival . Revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase , Persona 4 Revival is officially coming t
Amex Business Platinum Unleashes Limited-Time 150K Points Plus $500 Flight Credit Offer
View from the Wing / 4h
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is one of the most benefit-packed products out there. Through June 30, 2025, there’s a huge new offer. Continue reading ...
6 Non-Star Wars Games That Every Star Wars Fan Will Enjoy
How-To Geek / 4h
It's 2025, and the legendary media franchise that is Star Wars is still going as strong as ever. There's no shortage of Star Wars content to enjoy, but if you're a die-hard fan, you may have already consumed it all. And even if you haven't, sometimes it's nice to mix things up without drifting too far from the themes and genre you've come to love.
Don't Nod reveals new sci-fi action adventure game Aphelion, arriving in 2026
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
Don't Nod has announced its next game, Aphelion, at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 The game is coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PS5, and PC in 2026 The sci-fi action-adventure game follows astronaut Ariane, who is stranded on the frozen planet and must rescue her wounded partner, Thomas Don't Nod has announced Aphelion , a new sci-fi action-adventure game, coming to Xbox Series X , Xbox Seri
JetBlue Mint Awards With Partner Miles: What Happened?
51One Mile at a Time / 5h
JetBlue is known for its excellent Mint business class product , which is available on select transcontinental flights, plus all of the carrier’s transatlantic flights. Historically, the best way to book this product has been using partner miles, particularly with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, but also with Etihad Guest. However, as of recently, that no longer seems to be so practical… JetBlue Mi
This is probably the most beautiful workstation PC you will see in 2025: I can't take my eyes off the delicate wooden grain of the Corsair One i600
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Corsair One i600 comes in a choice of wood and metal finishes, combining beauty and performance It's powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5080 GPU It has a full range of ports for pro-grade tasks and whisper quiet liquid cooling The Corsair ONE i600 is a compact workstation PC that, that for me, really stands out in both design and performance. There are two fi
The first gameplay trailer for Clockwork Revolution has been revealed, but there's still no release date just yet
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
InXile Entertainment's Clockwork Revolution has a new gameplay trailer The game has immersive sim elements, and looks to have character creation Lots of top British humor and banter, we approve InXile Entertainment has unveiled a brand new look at its first-person steampunk action game, Clockwork Revolution . During the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 , the studio offered our most in-depth look at the g
Your Google Pixel Watch could be about to get a useful new security feature
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
A new Pixel Watch feature has been spotted It would auto-lock your phone if your watch was disconnected We're not sure when the feature may launch Code spotted in the latest Pixel Watch app for Android suggests there's a new feature on the way for the Google Pixel Watch 3 and older models: the ability to have your phone automatically lock itself when it's out of range of your smartwatch. This cod
Move over Nintendo Switch 2 – Microsoft has revealed the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Microsoft has just announced an Xbox take on the Asus's ROG Ally handheld gaming PC: meet the ROG Xbox Ally. Shown off at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 , this version of the most recent ROG Ally comes in two variants. While both machines have a 7-inch 1080p display with a 1320Hz refresh rate, a white Xbox Ally version targets 720p gaming, somewhat like the Valve Steam Deck, and a black Xbox Ally X
The Outer Worlds 2 arrives on October 29
Engadget / 5h
Xbox kicked off its Summer Game Fest showcase by revealing the release date to The Outer Worlds 2 , the sci-fi first-person RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, via a new trailer . The sequel is coming out on October 29, 2025 and Xbox plans to follow-up its stream with an in-depth look at the game. Like the original The Outer Worlds , the sequel continues its satire of end-times capitalism, focusing
I Refuse to Pay for Cloud Storage—Here's Why I Keep Everything Local
How-To Geek / 5h
I was originally excited for Dropbox and cloud storage when such services first came out. Now I see them more as a scam, and I've avoided them for years. What changed?
The dark fantasy RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker gets first gameplay trailer and a 2026 release window
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
The Blood of Dawnwalker just got a new trailer The game is set to release in 2026 It's being led by former The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz The Blood of Dawnwalker , the debut single-player, role-playing game (RPG) from Polish studio Rebel Wolves, just got its first gameplay trailer at the Xbox Games Showcase . We still don't have an official release date just yet, but
The Outer Worlds 2 gets an official October release date at the Xbox Games Showcase
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
The Outer Worlds 2 officially launches on October 29 for PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC Obsidian Entertainment revealed a new story trailer packed with gameplay at the Xbox Games Showcase The Outer Worlds 2 Direct also offered a more in-depth look at the game Obsidian Entertainment has announced that The Outer Worlds 2 will launch on October 29 for PS5 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S ,
ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming devices are real and coming this holiday
35Engadget / 5h
We've been hearing rumors for what feels like an eternity about Microsoft working with ASUS' ROG division on a gaming handheld device and we got confirmation during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest. There are two variants of the handheld: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. Microsoft didn't reveal pricing, but the handhelds are coming this holiday. Details on how much the systems co
Apple will reportedly demo its 'Liquid Glass' interface redesign with 'see-through visuals' at WWDC
Engadget / 5h
Apple 's next big UI overhaul, reportedly called "Liquid Glass," is ready for its big reveal. According to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman , the upcoming interface redesign will feature "sheen and see-through visuals of a glassy surface." More specifically, Apple's new design language will have "transparency and shine effects" in its toolbars, in-app interfaces and controls. It may sound like a superfic
I tried Nespresso's limited edition Coconut Vanilla capsules – and if you like fancy iced coffee, you should too
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
After trying Nespresso's Pistachio Vanilla capsules , which produce a highly-flavored shot of espresso that's ideal for making lattes and iced americanos, I was keen to try out another of the company's other flavors designed for enjoying over ice. The limited edition Coconut Vanilla Over Ice pods looked particularly appealing, so I picked up a pack of 10 with my last order and waited with some im
DC Studios May Have a Movie-Free San Diego Comic-Con This Year
20Gizmodo / 6h
If you were hoping to learn more about DC Studios' future movie slate at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, that might not be in the cards.
Xbox Games Showcase 2025 live: our coverage in the build-up to the show where a Persona 4 remake is expected to be revealed
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Whether you're a devout Xbox fan or just want to see the reveals of some of the most exciting games on the horizon, the Xbox Games Showcase this June is well worth watching. This month's show is part of Summer Game Fest 2025 and follows yesterday's main show. At that event, we saw the exciting reveal of Resident Evil Requiem , the next entry in the long-running survival horror series Today, the l
Keep 10TB of files private for life for A$432 with Internxt Cloud Storage
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR : Enjoy serious data security at an affordable price with a lifetime subscription to the Internxt Cloud Storage 10TB plan for A$432 with code STORAGE20 through 20 July. Opens in a new window Credit: Internxt Internxt Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription: 10TB Plan AU$432 AU$4,483 Save AU$4,051 Are you tired of hitting the storage limits on free cloud storage services like Dropbox? If you're
Why you should take a detour to the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: The Virgin Limited Edition Kasbah Tamadot provided TPG with a complimentary three-night stay so TPG could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and were not subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. If you are planning a trip to Morocco, you’re not alone . Last year, the kingdom dethroned Egypt
JetBlue & Brightline Launch Partnership, But It’s Kind Of Lame
45One Mile at a Time / 6h
In the airline industry, we’re increasingly seeing intermodal partnerships, particularly with trains, given that planes can’t get you everywhere. This is logical enough in places where rail connectivity is good. Along those lines, JetBlue and Brightline have just introduced a partnership, which sounds interesting on the surface, but disappoints with details, if you ask me… How the JetBlue & Brigh
People are using ChatGPT to write breakup texts and I fear for our future
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
"I don't care if it becomes the Terminator," I heard from somewhere behind me at the deli counter. While I'm not in the habit of eavesdropping, this guy was speaking full volume and, as I quickly ascertained, talking about AI. That wasn't what caught my ear, though. Young and fit, the man was regaling his buddy, who worked behind the counter, with tales of his dating life, which currently involve
If I'm ever going to buy another iPad, WWDC needs to bring some serious iPadOS changes
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
How quickly five years goes by – I can scarcely believe it, but it’s been almost half a decade since I picked up my 11-inch iPad Pro and second-generation Apple Pencil. The approach of WWDC 2025 has brought an onslaught of rumors about Apple’s upcoming operating system updates, and given the timing of the above I’ve been drawn to the latest tip-offs and suggestions about iPadOS 19 . Speaking pers
Pioneering Apple engineer Bill Atkinson dies at 74
90TechCrunch / 6h
Bill Atkinson, an engineer who played a key role in the development of the Macintosh and other landmark Apple products, has died of pancreatic cancer.
Southwest Airlines Likely To Start Transatlantic Flights—Eyes Iceland As Europe Gateway
50View from the Wing / 6h
Southwest Airlines is expected by many to announce its first flight to Europe, launching Iceland service next year. Continue reading ...
10 Best RPGs You Can Play on Xbox Game Pass
How-To Geek / 7h
If you're looking for something new to play, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the volume of games to pick from on Game Pass. One genre that really stands out is roleplaying games, with so many to choose from that take dozens of hours to complete.
This Roborock Vacuum and Mop with Docking Station is Now 50% Off, But It’s Worth at Least 3 Times This Price
Gizmodo / 7h
This is the ultimate device for truly never having to do housework again.
Amazon Is Done with the Beats Solo 4, It’s the Fifth Time the Price Has Hit This Record Low
Gizmodo / 7h
With a price under $100, we guarantee you won’t find anything better.
This Hatchback Blends Sporty Performance With Upscale Interior Comfort
How-To Geek / 7h
Hatchbacks are often seen as practical, budget-friendly options; great for commuting and cargo space, but not always exciting or upscale. But one model in 2025 breaks that mold, delivering the kind of driving excitement and interior refinement usually reserved for far more expensive cars.
Meta Clears Out Stock of Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, Amazon Drops Them to an All-Time New Low
Gizmodo / 7h
If you’re looking for a pair of smart glasses with a truly stylish look, this model stands completely unrivaled.
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Trailer Promises Bold Adventures for Season 3
100+Gizmodo / 8h
It won't be too long before new episodes of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds', and the Enterprise crew is getting up to some stuff this year.
Forget The Apple Watch at Full Price, Our Favorite Galaxy Watch Ultra Is Now 40% Off on Amazon
Gizmodo / 8h
This is the all-time low price for the best sports smartwatch on Android.
7 Open-Source Windows Apps I Can't Live Without
How-To Geek / 8h
Windows isn't usually the operating system that comes to mind when the phrase "open source" gets thrown around, but make no mistake: many of the best Windows apps today are open source. Here are a few great ones I use daily.
Car Dealerships Are Replacing Phone Staff With AI Voice Agents
Futurism / 8h
The next time you call a car dealership, the voice on the other end may not belong to a human. As TechCrunch reports , the founders of Toma, an AI voice agent startup, pivoted from pitching to healthcare and finance companies to fielding calls from automotive salespeople desperate to offload some of their labor to AI agents. To hone their product, founders Monik Pamecha and Anthony Krivonos visit
Terrifying Footage Shows Self-Driving Tesla Get Confused by the Sun, Mow Down Innocent Grandmother
69Futurism / 8h
For years, tech entrepreneurs have been preaching that self-driving cars will soon deliver us from our hellscape of vehicular crashes and horrible, fiery deaths. Among the biggest advocates for the safety of autonomous vehicles has been Elon Musk, whose promises of a fully self-driving Tesla have been wearing on for a decade. Despite having provided no proof that Teslas can operate at a level req
Aeroitalia Forced To Change Name & Livery: Too Similar To Alitalia?
40One Mile at a Time / 8h
Italian carrier Aeroitalia has lost a court battle , and will be forced to change its name and livery, for being too similar to that of Alitalia. The irony, of course, is that Alitalia has since been rebranded as ITA Airways. Aeroitalia loses court battle, forced to rebrand For context, Aeroitalia is a relatively small Italian airline, operating a fleet of just over a dozen aircraft. The carrier’
NASA Pulls the Plug on Europa Lander, but Scientists Propose a Plan B
Gizmodo / 8h
How a robot built to walk on alien ice got the cold shoulder—and then (possibly) lived to see another day.
What’s unique about Holland America’s Grand World Voyages and how they work
The Points Guy / 8h
Most people cruise for a week or maybe two at the most. But there is a growing contingent of travelers who are heading out to sea and staying there, sometimes for more than three or four months at a time. Holland America is among the cruise lines offering “world cruises,” which are extended, in-depth itineraries that reach parts of the globe that most one-week cruisers (and indeed most travelers)
The 10 Best Free-to-Play Games on Switch
How-To Geek / 8h
Switch games are getting more expensive than ever, but you don't need to spend any money to fill your Switch with a library of fun, varied games to play. There are tons of free-to-play options available on the eShop, so be sure to check out the best of them.
I hope Apple does more than just redesign iOS 18 at WWDC 2025 – here's why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Nothing in the Apple world has the impact of the annual iPhone launch, but the company’s yearly WWDC developer conference comes close. Last year saw the launch of iOS 18 , which brought with it a revamped Control Center, a new Passwords app, in-depth Home Screen customization, and much more. Yet iOS 18 also continued a worrying trend for Apple in terms of stability. I’ve used the iPhone for over
At WWDC 25, Apple should make amends with developers after AI shortfalls and lawsuits
TechCrunch / 8h
Apple has an opportunity to deliver a WWDC that would encourage developers to invest more of their time in the ecosystem.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 8, 2025
Mashable / 9h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new 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 set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 8, 2025
Mashable / 9h
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
The upcoming Samsung tri-fold phone may take a while to charge up
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
A filing points to 25W charging for the Samsung tri-fold That matches the Galaxy S25 and Z Fold 6 The foldable phone could be unveiled as early as July We're very much looking forward to the full unveiling of the Samsung tri-fold phone at some point later this year, but the latest rumor around the handset suggests it's going to be somewhat disappointing in terms of its charging speed. According t
Someone built a mechanical keyboard with a huge 10-inch touchscreen display, and I can't believe it's so expensive
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Thanko keyboard tries to do everything but ends up asking way too much money A 10-inch screen on a keyboard sounds cool until you check the resolution It’s foldable, space-saving, and touch-enabled, but only if you’re using Windows Thanko has launched what might be one of the most unexpected entries in the increasingly niche world of peripherals: a mechanical keyboard integrated with a 10-inch to
How to Install Microsoft Edit on Windows 11
How-To Geek / 9h
Sometimes all you need is a simple solution. When it comes to text editing, that used to be Notepad—simple, quick, and reliable. However, Microsoft's latest simple text editor, Edit, beats Notepad at its own game.
Scientists Say They've Created an Injection That Makes Aging Batteries Charge Like They're Young Again
69Futurism / 9h
Researchers in China have developed a technique to give lithium-ion battery cells a second shot at life. Delivered as an injection, it significantly extends the cells' lifespan and has them perform almost like they're young again, the team report in a study published in the prestigious journal Nature . "If we can give an injection to a sick person to help them recover," coauthor Yue Gao, a chemis
How to Buy a Bike Helmet (2025)
20Wired / 9h
What is rotational impact? When do you have to replace your helmet? Here’s what to look for when shopping for a bike helmet.
'It was Keanu's idea': The ending of Ballerina is meant to honor the second John Wick movie's final scene, director confirms
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Ballerina 's final scene is a deliberate homage to John Wick: Chapter 2 's ending, its director says Len Wiseman reveals it was Keanu Reeves' idea to create a near-identical ending Wiseman already has ideas for a follow-up film Ballerina 's director has revealed it was Keanu Reeves' idea to end the action-thriller in the same way as the second John Wick movie. Speaking ahead of the film's global
This Fuel-Sipping Hybrid Is the Smartest Budget Buy of 2025
How-To Geek / 9h
Shopping for a car to keep around for the long run? It’s not just about the sticker price—fuel costs, depreciation , and pesky maintenance bills sneak into the picture too.
8 Live-Action Adaptations On Netflix That Don't Suck
How-To Geek / 9h
Live-action adaptations may not be everyone's cup of tea. If you're a loyal comic/manga reader or prefer animation, it can be difficult to take a chance on a live-action version of your favorites, especially given how often they fail. As someone who has always strayed towards animated adaptations, I was surprised to find a few live-action adaptations that were actually good. Here's all you need t
I'd Do Anything for LEGO Ultimate Collectors Series Kits of These Star Wars Vehicles
How-To Geek / 10h
LEGO and Star Wars are best friends. For decades, they've been printing money by putting out amazing kits representing iconic Star Wars vehicles, with the pinnacle of the craft being their incredible Ultimate Collectors Series kits, but we still don't have UCS kits of these cool Star Wars vehicles.
Kenyan Politician Demands Special TSA Treatment: “I Am A VIP In My Country”
40One Mile at a Time / 10h
A politician from Kenya seemingly thought she’d be entitled to special treatment from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), while flying within the United States. However, the internet seems divided as to whether she was serious, or was joking and being flirty. “I am a VIP in my country, why am I in this line? Kenyan Senator Karen Nyamu recently traveled through Pittsburgh Internation
Scientists Figured Out the Personality Traits of Influencers, and It Could Explain a Lot
47Futurism / 10h
More and more young people are gunning to become influencers — but certain personality types appear more likely to pursue it as a career than others, which could explain a lot about the chaotic and outrageous industry . It's a worthwhile line of inquiry. Back in 2019, a Lego-sponsored survey found that among 3,000 kids in the US, UK, and China, a full third said they wanted to be influencers, whi
Scientists Say There's Over a Trillion Dollars of Platinum Waiting to Be Extracted From the Moon's Craters
41Futurism / 10h
Multi-Platinum Researchers say there could be over $1 trillion worth of platinum lurking under the surface of the Moon — a major lunar bounty waiting to be mined. As detailed in a paper published in the journal Planetary and Space Science , independent researcher Jayanth Chennamangalam and his team determined that out of around 1.3 million craters lining the Moon's surface with diameters greater
Allegiant adds 5 new domestic routes that aren’t operated by any other airline
70The Points Guy / 10h
Allegiant Air is out with its latest expansion. The Las Vegas-based carrier filed plans over the weekend to launch five new domestic routes, as seen in Cirium schedules. (Allegiant had announced the routes in late May, but didn’t actually file them in global airline timetables until this weekend.) The new routes commence later this summer and connect the following airports: Beginning Aug. 29: For
Amazon Restocks Anker 100W USB-C Fast Charger with 3 Ports, Now Available at Nearly 40% Off
Gizmodo / 10h
This ultra-powerful mini charger can charge everything you need and saves you from dealing with multiple cables.
The Best Read-It-Later Apps for Curating Your Longreads
26Wired / 10h
With the popular app Pocket going away, you'll need a new way to catch up on those articles you've been meaning to read. Here are the best options.
Bag Of Coke In The Hallway, Bugs In The Closet—Marriott Still Wants Every Penny [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 10h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
The Ugly Side of Weight-Loss Drugs: Rotten Breath, Damaged Teeth, and Dry Mouth
Gizmodo / 10h
Popular weight loss drugs promise to slim waistlines and improve our general health, but they also come with some unpleasant side effects involving our face, mouth, and teeth.
7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Running a Pi-hole
How-To Geek / 10h
If you're considering deploying Pi-hole like I did, don't be like me and learn only after the fact that some things will stop working. Let me help you out and show you what you should be prepared for.
The best apps for reading, tracking and listening to books
Engadget / 10h
Ask me what I’m reading at any given moment and I’ll probably rattle off at least three titles, not to mention comics and the occasional textbook I may also be chipping away at in the background. Reading multiple books simultaneously might sound chaotic (at least, people always tell me it is), but there is a degree of organization to it all: each book in my pile of current reads is in a different
Cybercriminals turn to “residential proxy” services to hide malicious traffic
36Ars Technica - All content / 10h
For years, gray market services known as “bulletproof” hosts have been a key tool for cybercriminals looking to anonymously maintain web infrastructure with no questions asked. But as global law enforcement scrambles to crack down on digital threats , they have developed strategies for getting customer information from these hosts and have increasingly targeted the people behind the services with
Anker Crushes the Competition, Its 1800W Portable Power Station Is 50% Off with Zero Profit Margin Left
Gizmodo / 11h
Anker is one of the top three popular brands for consumer power stations, and this model is their best-seller.
10 Free Single-Player Steam Games That Are Worth Your Time
How-To Geek / 11h
Steam is packed with free games, but many of them are after your money. Some of these rely on microtransactions or lock content behind additional purchases. Thankfully, there are plenty that just deliver an excellent free game.
Panasonic launches a 900g laptop with a round touchpad, a removable battery, and even a Gigabit Ethernet LAN port
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Panasonic’s Let’s Note SC weighs under a kilo, yet packs a removable battery and Gigabit LAN port Includes a 56Wh battery held by screws, lasting up to 34.6 hours idle Unusual round touchpad returns, now larger and borrowed from a 14-inch sibling model Panasonic has introduced the Let’s Note SC, a 12.4-inch notebook designed for business users, with a focus on portability, long battery life, and
Air Force Colonel Gave Out Photos of Flying Saucers Near Area 51
Futurism / 11h
The Pentagon's real-life "X-Files" office has uncovered an inconvenient truth about military officials spreading UFO disinformation to unsuspecting Americans and coworkers alike. As the Wall Street Journal reports, the Defense Department's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) uncovered an anecdote from an Air Force colonel who trolled people near Area 51 with doctored photos of flying sauc
How to Watch Sinner vs Alcaraz on a Free Channel: Live Stream French Open Final
Gizmodo / 11h
The French Open final is this Sunday. Find out how to watch Sinner vs Alcaraz live on a completely free channel, no matter where you are.
Is Amazon Clearing Out Dyson? This Hair Dryer Has Just Dropped to a New All-Time Low
Gizmodo / 11h
This hair dryer is one of Dyson’s most famous products, and it’s rarely on sale like this.
Create anything you can imagine (including NSFW content) with this $40 AI image generator
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Secure a lifetime subscription to Imagiyo AI Image Generator Standard Plan for just $39.97 through July 20. You don’t have to be a tech whiz to turn your wildest ideas into vivid AI-generated images. Imagiyo AI Image Generator lets anyone create whatever they can dream up with just a few words. And right now, you can secure a lifetime subscription to make endless AI art for just $39.97 (re
The easiest way to find free stuff to watch online is just $15
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to BitMar for only $14.99 (reg. $150) with code BITMAR5 and instantly discover free, on-demand movies, TV shows, and music from across the web — all in one place. We’re living in a world where subscription fatigue is a real concern. Between Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Disney+, and those random apps you signed up for to watch that one thing (which turned into five), you
Enjoy effortless scanning on the go for life with this $42 app
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Keep a scanner in your pocket with this lifetime subscription to SwiftScan VIP , now only $41.99 with code TAKE30 through July 20. Forget complicated setups or bulky equipment. With SwiftScan , you can capture sharp, high-quality scans of any document directly from your smartphone or tablet — anytime, anywhere. Right now, you can enjoy this convenient tool for life for just $41.99 (reg. $1
Get these must-have Microsoft Office apps for less than $4 each
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Give your PC an upgrade with this Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows license , now for only $29.99 (reg. $229). Has it been a while since you enjoyed the perks of Microsoft Office? There’s a reason these tried-and-true apps have lasting appeal, and you can rediscover why with this Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows . It’s on sale now for just $29.99 (reg.
Save over $350 on this lifetime Microsoft Office and Windows 11 bundle
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Upgrade your PC with The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and Windows 11 Pro Bundle , now just $54.97 through July 20. Why keep paying for software subscriptions? Owning is better than renting, and that’s exactly what The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and Windows 11 Pro Bundle offers. Pay once and enjoy a permanent upgrade to your PC with new powerful tools and a r
A New Law of Nature Attempts to Explain the Complexity of the Universe
58Wired / 11h
A novel suggestion that complexity increases over time, not just in living organisms but in the nonliving world, promises to rewrite notions of time and evolution.
Whatever Happened to Firefox OS, Mozilla's Android Alternative?
How-To Geek / 11h
Firefox is a free and open source web browser—the largest one that isn't tied to a corporation. Yet there was a briefly a time when Firefox was also a smartphone operating system. Firefox OS ultimately didn't take the world by storm, but why?
Dreame X50 Ultra Review: This Robovac Sucks and Mops Like a Champ, Except in One Location
Gizmodo / 11h
Quiet, powerful, and easy to set up, this vacuum performs incredibly well and looks good doing it.
The myth of Megawatt charging – and why Porsche doesn't think it's the answer to smoother EV journeys
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
While the battle for EVs with the longest range may well have tapered off, a new arms race has begun in its place – and it's all about charging speeds. In China, some of the world’s most recognizable automotive and tech brands are dueling it out to see who can force electrons into a battery pack at the most impressive rates. After all, if said giants of industry can consistently bring charging ti
Marriott Deploying Front Desk AI Tool To Assign Rooms, Elite Upgrades
59One Mile at a Time / 11h
Marriott will soon be automating the process of assigning guest rooms. While replacing human tasks with AI doesn’t always sound like a customer centric move, maybe this is actually good news? Marriott is automating task of assigning rooms Marriott Chief Technology Officer Naveen Manga participated in the Skift Data and AI Summit this past week, talking about the incremental progress that the comp
The Head of Tesla’s Humanoid Robot Program Says That He DEFINITELY Wasn't Fired and Is Only Leaving to Spend Time With His Family, Not Because Elon Musk Is on the Warpath
32Futurism / 12h
Fresh on the heels of Elon Musk's dubious return to Tesla , the head of the company's humanoid robot program is departing — but he swears the decision was his alone. According to an insider who spoke to Bloomberg , Milan Kovac, the head of engineering for the Optimus robot program, informed colleagues at the end of this past work week — the same one that saw Musk and president Donald Trump explod
Dell 14 Plus Review: A Fresh Start or Same Old?
Wired / 12h
Dell's rebranding efforts officially kick off with the Dell 14 Plus. Is it more than just a fresh coat of paint?
These Two Galaxy Clusters Are About to Smash Into Each Other—Again
Gizmodo / 12h
The unusual astronomical skirmish offers new insight into the dynamics of such collisions.
JLab Flow Mouse & Keyboard Bundle Review: The Best Budget-Friendly Bundle
How-To Geek / 12h
The JLab Flow Mouse & Keyboard Bundle is a fantastic, budget-friendly mouse and keyboard combo. It’s not the most advanced setup in the world, nor the quietest, but I admittedly had a hard time going back to my daily drive PC accessories when I finished