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Black Friday VPN deals – early 2025 specials are live!
48Latest from TechRadar / 15h
Black Friday 2025 has got going early with NordVPN, Surfshark and Proton already live with their best prices of the year. We'll keep you updated with any more arrivals.
AWS outage reminds us why $2,449 Internet-dependent beds are a bad idea
400+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
This week’s Amazon Web Services outage had some people waking up on the wrong side of the bed. A Domain Name System (DNS) resolution problem affected AWS cloud hosting, resulting in an outage that impacted more than 1,000 web-based products and services and millions of people. Perhaps one of the most avoidable breakdowns came via people’s beds. The reliance on the Internet for smart bed products
The Stuff Your Kindle Day: Crime Edition goes live on Oct. 22 — get free mystery and thriller books for free
81Mashable / 1d
FREE BOOKS: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on Oct 22. Stuff Your Kindle: Crime Edition is offering free mystery, thriller, and suspense books for e-readers . Opens in a new window Credit: Stuff Your Kindle: Crime Edition Stuff Your Kindle: Crime Edition (Oct. 22) The Stuff Your Kindle Day schedule has become somewhat stressful at times this year. And then we'll get absolutely nothin
Fujifilm's X-T30 III adds a film simulation dial and 6K video
Engadget / 7min
When Fujifilm launched the X-T50 last year, no one was sure what would happen with its aging X-T30 lineup. The company just answered that question with the launch of the X-T30 III , boosting the speed and improving autofocus of the last model, while adding a film simulation dial seen on other recent models. It's very light for travel or street photography, but has some powerful features like 6.2K
As China’s 996 culture spreads, South Korea’s tech sector grapples with 52-hour limit
TechCrunch / 1h
South Korea's 52-hour workweek cap is stricter than the U.S. and Singapore but more flexible than much of Europe. Still deep tech founders and investors worry it's too restrictive.
After Apple TV's latest price hike, I'm even more convinced that an Apple One subscription is the superior choice
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
If you're an Apple user and you subscribe to any of the tech giant's software or services, then you should know about Apple One, as it can save you some serious money.
I tried the Fujifilm X-T30 III and tiny new kit lens, and the retro pairing are a great pick for beginner photographers
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Fujifilm's X-T30 III sits below the X-T50 as an entry-level mirrorless camera, with a compact retro design that includes a decent viewfinder and built-in flash.
The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day is live — get free cozy mystery books on Oct. 23
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on Oct 23. The Cozy Mystery eBook Blast offers you the chance to download 150+ free ebooks for your e-reader . Opens in a new window Credit: Cozy Mystery eBook Blast Cozy Mystery eBook Blast (Oct. 23) We did warn you that the Stuff Your Kindle Day schedule is going wild towards the end of October. We've only just recovered from Stuff Your Kindle
Hurdle hints and answers for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 3h
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
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on October 23
Mashable / 3h
Ever wondered what's happening with the moon each night? Wonder no more, we've got all the information you need about tonight's lunar offering. What is today’s moon phase? As of Thursday, Oct. 23, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent. There will be 4% of the moon lit up tonight, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation . But sadly there's still too little lit up to see anything, but just wait a fe
Amazon's smart glasses with AI will help its drivers deliver packages faster
Engadget / 3h
Amazon has revealed that it's currently working on smart glasses designed for delivery drivers, confirming previous reports about the project. The company said that glasses use AI-powered sensing capabilities and computer vision to detect what their cameras are seeing. Drivers then get guidance through the glasses' heads-up display (HUD) embedded right into the lens. Based on Amazon's announcemen
Meta will ban rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Meta is shutting out third-party AI chatbots from WhatsApp in favor of Meta AI.
NYT Pips hints, answers for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Happy Thursday and 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. H
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition is simple if you understand basketball. 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 set o
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 4h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a sports fan. 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 hin
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a botanist. 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 23, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a handyman. 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 Connections hi
HBO Max wants to know if you're really loving that show or movie – and it's not just being nosy
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
days after raising prices for all three of its plans, HBO Max is rolling out a new feedback system – Love, Like, Not For Me – to help provide better content recommendations.
Amazon unveils prototype AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers
BBC News / 5h
The tech giant also announced a new robotic arm and an AI tool to improve efficiency at its warehouses.
Tesla Q3 Call – Robotaxi Solution Timeline is 70 Days
Next Big Future / 6h
Elon Musk said the Tesla Robotaxi in Austin will have no safety monitor by end of 2025. No other human in the car which means Tesla robotaxi can scale to about 10 cities with thousands of cars each by mid 2026. Elon Musk greenlighting car production with autonomy solved means tens of thousands of Cybercabs ... Read more
‘Corporate Terrorists’ May Stand in the Way of Elon Musk’s Trillionaire Status, He Claims
100+Gizmodo / 6h
Musk says he's not "comfortable" creating a "robot army" without an unprecedented pay package.
Why Does My Excel Formula Have Double Square Brackets?
How-To Geek / 6h
When creating a reference in a Microsoft Excel formula, two pairs of square brackets sometimes appear. If, like me, you like Excel formulas to be neat and concise, these double square brackets can look unsightly and cause frustration. However, there are good reasons why they happen.
Joe Rogan Falls for Fake Trump Tweet About the No Kings Protest
74Gizmodo / 7h
Rogan is not a bright man.
Tesla profits slide despite record revenue
BBC News / 7h
Elon Musk's electric car maker reported record revenue as US buyers rushed to secure a key tax credit.
Wayback Machine archiving snapshots plummet
Mashable / 7h
The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine is an invaluable resource that does exactly what it says in the nonprofit organization's name: It archives the internet. The Internet Archive is responsible for archiving around 500 million webpages per day . However, there has been a concerning change to the platform in recent months. According to a new report by Nieman Lab , the Internet Archive's Wayback
Power up your EcoFlow Delta by snagging the EcoFlow Dual Fuel Smart Generator while its over $500 off
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $540: The EcoFlow Smart Generator 4000 is on sale at Amazon for $1,259, down from the normal price of $1,799. That's a 30% discount and the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: EcoFlow EcoFlow Smart Generator 4000 $1,259 at Amazon $1,799 Save $540 Storm season is here, and if you keep powered up with an EcoFlow Delta portable power station , you likely have several
Main Highlights Tesla Q3 Earnings Call
Next Big Future / 7h
The most important highlights of the Tesla Q3 earnings call. Tesla robotaxi miles were 250,000 in Austin and over 1 million in the SF Bay area. This is a significant ramp from about 7000 miles in Austin. This means about half of the miles were likely in the October. The SF bay area started at ... Read more
Elon Musk Wants ‘Strong Influence’ Over the ‘Robot Army’ He’s Building
100+Wired / 7h
In a Tesla earnings call Wednesday, the world’s richest man pondered the future of his company’s Optimus robots—and his control over them.
Soundcores ANC sleep earbuds just dropped to their lowest price yet
Mashable / 7h
SAVE 16%: As of Oct. 22, you can grab Anker's sleep headphones, the Soundcore Sleep A30 , for $193.99, down from $229.99. That's a 16% discount and the lowest price we've seen since their launch. Soundcore Sleep A30 $193.99 at Amazon $229.99 Save $36 Trying to find earbuds you can actually sleep in is tough, especially if you're a side sleeper. Most regular earbuds just aren't comfortable, and un
Get 96 minutes of 4K drone footage for just $300 with this record-low deal
Mashable / 8h
SAVE 17%: As of Oct. 22, you can get the Potensic Atom Fly More Combo for $299.99, down from $359.99, at Amazon. That's a 17% discount and $60 in savings. Potensic Atom Fly More Combo $299.99 at Amazon $359.99 Save $60 Getting into drones can feel intimidating, and maybe even more so lately with all the news about potential bans on DJI . If you're looking for a capable alternative that won't brea
Xbox president calls console exclusives antiquated
Mashable / 8h
If you're looking for more clues about where Xbox plans to take its gaming ambitions, look no further than our recent interview with Xbox president Sarah Bond . Speaking with Mashable about the newly released ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X, Bond revealed that Xbox's next console will be a "premium, high-end experience," but also that the concept of console exclusives is "antiquated." The Xbox exec said
Get your game on this fall by saving $300 on the massive 40-inch Samsung Odyssey G7 gaming monitor
Mashable / 8h
SAVE $300: As of Oct. 21, get the 40-inch Samsung Odyssey G7 gaming monitor for $899.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,199.99. That's a discount of 25%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Samsung Odyssey G7 gaming monitor $899.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $300 Looking for a quick and easy way to enhance your favorite games? You can't go wrong with a new monitor . Especially if you're
Travel back in time with this retro gaming console, now under $100
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Revisit the ’90s with the Retropian X Handheld Retro Gaming Console , now just $89.99 (reg. $129). Opens in a new window Credit: Retropian Retropian X Handheld Retro Gaming Console $89.99 $129 Save $39.01 Feeling nostalgic? If you’re missing the simplicity of the ’80s and ’90s, back before the internet and social media hijacked our attention, it may be time to get in touch with your inner
Cache poisoning vulnerabilities found in 2 DNS resolving apps
IoC > 1 IP•
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
The makers of BIND, the Internet’s most widely used software for resolving domain names, are warning of two vulnerabilities that allow attackers to poison entire caches of results and send users to malicious destinations that are indistinguishable from the real ones. The vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2025-40778 and CVE-2025-40780 , stem from a logic error and a weakness in generating pseudo-ran
Tesla profits fall 37% in Q3 despite healthy sales
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Tesla reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2025 this afternoon. Earlier this month , we learned that the electric vehicle manufacturer had a pretty good Q3 in terms of sales, which grew by 7.3 percent year over year and cleared out tens of thousands of cars from inventory in the process. However, that hasn’t translated into greater profitability. Even though revenues grew by 12
How to watch Tottenham vs Monaco on Tapmad (it's free)
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Here's a round up of the predictions for Tottenham vs Monaco 2025 and how to watch today's UEFA game online, from anywhere and potentially free.
Gemini will soon give you a second to think before it stops listening to you
Mashable / 9h
Anyone who’s used a voice or AI assistant in the last decade or two has faced the same problem. You go to talk to the thing, you stop because your brain decided to pick that moment to shut down entirely for some reason, and the AI assumes you’re done and goes on to process half of what you wanted. Google is aiming to fix this problem with Gemini, at least potentially, with an upcoming update. Spo
Samsung Galaxy XR: How and where to get it
Mashable / 9h
Samsung 's answer to the Apple Vision Pro is finally here. The Samsung Galaxy XR virtual reality headset formally debuted Tuesday during a livestreamed Galaxy Event, ditching its "Project Moohan" code name after ten months and marking the first-ever Android XR headset. You can order it now for $1,799.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy XR $1,799.99 at Samsung.com The Galaxy X
Controversial dating safety apps Tea and TeaOnHer booted from Apple App Store
Mashable / 9h
Apple has confirmed to TechCrunch that it has removed the controversial women's safety app Tea and its rival app for men, TeaOnHer, from the App Store in all markets. The removal was first discovered by app insights platform Appfigures, TechCrunch reported . SEE ALSO: Beware phony Sora apps on the Apple App Store Tea was designed to help women stay safe when dating. It was an online whisper netwo
The associative processing unit wants to displace Nvidia's GPU as the go-to AI powerhouse by putting compute in the memory itself
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Compute-in-memory chips like GSI’s APU could reshape AI hardware by blending memory and computation, though scalability questions remain.
Hate Talking to Siri? I Do These Things Instead
How-To Geek / 9h
I’m not a big fan of speaking out loud to technology, and that’s true regardless of which voice assistant I’m trying to communicate with. As someone who is deeply immersed in the Apple ecosystem, Siri is my go-to voice assistant.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 lets you design a custom park and fill it with macro beasts – but at the cost of bit too much micromanagement
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
I love breeding dinosaurs and designing scenery in Jurassic World Evolution 3 – but all the busywork feels like an unnecessary distraction
3 of the best HBO Max shows released in 2025 with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
From Tim Robinson's latest to addictive documentaries, here's the best HBO Max shows of the year so far.
It Cost Amazon ‘Just’ $20 Million to Own James Bond
24Gizmodo / 9h
Considering the company spent an estimated $250 million for the rights to make a 'Lord of the Rings' TV show, that number is surprising.
Why meaningless lists are taking over your FYP
Mashable / 9h
Lists tend to go viral. That fact defined an entire era of the internet. Lately, though, a bizarre new type of list has been blowing up on TikTok . The best way to describe these lists is incoherent . Here's the formula, obviously generalized: An anonymous account with a username that consists of a mishmash of letters and numbers posts a clip of a TV show, movie, or similar piece of media. During
Meta Reportedly Laying Off Hundreds From Its AI Team
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Surely, this time, they'll finally get it right.
US Crypto Activity Explodes by 50% in 2025 Amid Trump’s Regulatory Pullback
Gizmodo / 9h
Crypto transaction volume in the US topped $1 trillion between January and July of this year.
OpenAI's New Web Browser Comes With Some Serious Security Risks
Lifehacker / 9h
OpenAI has officially entered the browser wars. On Tuesday, the company announced Atlas , a new web browser with ChatGPT integration. At the moment, it's Mac-only, but I wouldn't recommend even my Apple friends jumping on board immediately—at least not without understanding the underlying risks. Atlas' AI web browsing If you've already used other AI browsers, like Perplexity's Comet , Atlas is go
How Samsung's Galaxy XR Headset Compares to the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you've been waiting to get your hands on a Samsung Galaxy XR virtual reality headset, now's your moment: The device is available to order now on Samsung's or Google's website for $1,799 and orders are scheduled to arrive Nov. 4. To offset the price, the Galaxy XR comes with a free year of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and Google Play Pass. Bu
Lenovo goes tiny as it embraces AMD-based Ryzen mini PCs - including one offering venerable VGA and COM ports for legacy applications
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Lenovo’s new ThinkCentre neo 55 lineup merges AI power, compact design, and sustainability to meet modern business computing needs affordably.
Democrats Will Launch a ‘Master ICE Tracker’ to Monitor Misconduct
100+Gizmodo / 9h
It's a little bit unclear what the tracker will look like, but it'll apparently become available in the next few weeks.
OpenAI Faces New Allegations in Teen’s Death
Futurism / 10h
The family of Adam Raine, a California teen who took his life after extensive conversations with ChatGPT about his suicidal thoughts, has amended their wrongful death complaint against OpenAI to allege that the chatbot maker repeatedly relaxed ChatGPT’s guardrails around discussion of self-harm and suicide. The amended complaint, which was filed today, points to changes made to OpenAI’s “model sp
After Meeting President Trump, the Australian Prime Minister’s Flight Home Diverted When Falling Luggage Injured A Crewmember
View from the Wing / 10h
After meeting with President Trump in Washington, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Air Force KC-30A diverted to St. Louis on the way home when falling luggage struck a crewmember in the head. The military jet, a modified Airbus A330, was bound for Honolulu before continuing to Sydney. Continue reading ...
Snapchat makes its first open prompt AI Lens available for free in the US
TechCrunch / 10h
Snapchat is expanding access to its AI-powered “Imagine Lens,” allowing all users to generate and edit images with custom prompts for free.
This may be the most bonkers tech job listing I’ve ever seen
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Here’s a job pitch you don’t see often. What if, instead of “work-life balance,” you had no balance at all—your life was your work… and work happened seven days a week? Did I say days ? I actually meant days and nights , because the job I’m talking about wants you to know that you will also work weekends and evenings, and that “it’s ok to send messages at 3am.” Read full article Comments
General Motors will integrate AI into its cars, plus new hands-free assist
45Ars Technica - All content / 10h
GM provided flights from Detroit to New York City and accommodation so Ars could attend its tech event. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. General Motors held a preview event today to show the world what it’s working on. We’ve already seen some projects, like the further development of lithium manganese-rich battery technology or backup power for EVs that can power a home or support the
Health plan enrollment period is set to be horrifying for everyone this year
20Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Shock and dismay have already begun as Americans face next year’s health insurance costs—and it looks like everyone will be in for some grim numbers. So far, much of the attention has been on the stratospheric prices that Americans might see on plans they buy from Affordable Care Act marketplaces. Critical tax credits for those plans are set to expire at the end of the year, and, on top of that,
Gaming Is Gonna Suck a Whole Lot Less on Copilot+ PCs
Gizmodo / 10h
Microsoft is finally making gaming on ARM-based PCs work like they should have a year ago.
Why the ‘Care Bears’ Movie Still Endures 40 Years Later
Gizmodo / 10h
'The Care Bears Movie' director Arna Selznick and 'Looney Tunes' voice actor Eric Bauza look back on 40 years of animated caring and sharing.
Why Cohere’s ex-AI research lead is betting against the scaling race
TechCrunch / 10h
Cohere's former VP of AI research, Sara Hooker, is launching a new startup to build AI models that can adapt to their environment.
Reddit sues Perplexity and three other companies for allegedly using its content without paying
Engadget / 10h
Reddit is suing companies SerApi, OxyLabs, AWMProxy and Perplexity for allegedly scraping its data from search results and using it without a license, The New York Times reports . The new lawsuit follows legal action against AI startup Anthropic, who allegedly used Reddit content to train its Claude chatbot. As of 2023, Reddit charges companies looking access to posts and other content in the hop
You Might Not Like Paint's Latest Feature in Windows 11
How-To Geek / 10h
If you are getting frustrated with generative AI features creeping into every corner of Windows, we have some bad news. Microsoft is adding yet another AI feature to Paint in Windows 11, intended to help you redesign images in various styles.
Tinder Launches Mandatory Facial Verification to Weed Out Bots and Scammers
22Wired / 10h
Face Check will scan new members’ faces to ensure they don’t match existing profiles. The move comes as romance scams continue to proliferate, with billions lost over the last decade.
New Bitcoin Protocol Makes Payments Easier
Gizmodo / 10h
Bitcoin is getting some Ethereum-like features.
OpenAI requested memorial attendee list in ChatGPT suicide lawsuit
31TechCrunch / 10h
The new information comes as the Raines family updated its lawsuit against OpenAI. The family first filed a wrongful death suit against OpenAI in August after alleging their son had taken his own life following conversations with the chatbot about his mental health and suicidal ideation.
Elon Musk frets over controlling Tesla’s ‘robot army’ as car biz rebounds slightly
TechCrunch / 10h
Tesla's profit actually fell 37% compared to the same period last year, despite buyers rushing to take advantage of the expiring EV tax credit.
Samsung Galaxy XR is as close as you can come – for now – to stepping inside AI
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Samsung's Galaxy XR – the company's first spatial computer with deep AI integration – is finally here, priced at $1,799.99 in the US with a whole host of free XR subscriptions. And most importantly, it lets you get closer to Gemini than ever before.
No, ICE (Probably) Didn’t Buy Guided Missile Warheads
85Wired / 10h
A federal contracting database lists an ICE payment for $61,218 with the payment code for “guided missile warheads and explosive components.” But it appears ICE simply entered the wrong code.
Apples foldable iPad is in big trouble, report says
Mashable / 11h
Rumors of a foldable iPhone and iPad have persisted for years now. In fact, the latest rumors say that a foldable iPhone is still on track for a 2026 release. However, there's a new report from Bloomberg's Apple insider Mark Gurman that may rain on the parade of any Apple fan awaiting a foldable iPad. If you were holding your breath for a foldable iPad, please don't. Because, according to Gurman'
Vision Pro M5 review roundup: What do the critics say this time?
Mashable / 11h
In a world where the Samsung Galaxy XR exists, Apple suddenly has some stiff competition in the XR headset space. Is the newly upgraded Vision Pro headset enough of an improvement to justify its still-enormous $3,500 price? Mashable has not gotten proper hands-on time with the new Vision Pro with the M5 chip and some added comfort features yet (though we have been impressed with the M5 chip so fa
Alan Hamel Says He’s Created an AI Clone of His Deceased Wife Suzanne Somers That’s So Good He Can’t Tell the Difference
Futurism / 11h
Famed Canadian entertainer and TV host Alan Hamel has announced that he’s created an AI clone of his late wife, actress Suzanne Somers, who passed away from breast cancer at the age of 76 in 2023. “Obviously, Suzanne was greatly loved, not only by her family, but by millions of people,” Hamel told People . “One of the projects that we have coming up is a really interesting project, the Suzanne AI
Two grams and 2mm thick: This major SSD maker is pushing for wider adoption of its tiny PCIe Gen4 microSSD form factor, but it will likely be dearer
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Longsys unveils a 2mm, 2.2g PCIe Gen4 microSSD combining speed, energy efficiency, and wafer-level chip integration in one package.
When sycophancy and bias meet medicine
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Once upon a time, two villagers visited the fabled Mullah Nasreddin. They hoped that the Sufi philosopher, famed for his acerbic wisdom, could mediate a dispute that had driven a wedge between them. Nasreddin listened patiently to the first villager’s version of the story and, upon its conclusion, exclaimed, “You are absolutely right!” The second villager then presented his case. After hearing hi
SpaceX disables 2,500 Starlink terminals allegedly used by Asian scam centers
85Ars Technica - All content / 11h
SpaceX said it disabled over 2,500 Starlink terminals suspected of being used by scammers in Myanmar. Lauren Dreyer, vice president of Starlink business operations, described the action in an X post last night after reports that Myanmar’s military shut down a major scam operation. “SpaceX complies with local laws in all 150+ markets where Starlink is licensed to operate,” Dreyer wrote. “SpaceX co
Samsung Galaxy XR is the first Android XR headset, now on sale for $1,800
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The era of Android virtual reality is here… again. Google’s first two attempts at making Android fit for your face didn’t work out, but the AI era and a partnership with Samsung have enabled a third attempt, and maybe the third time’s the charm. Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy XR headset , the first and currently only device running Google’s new Android XR platform . It’s available for pre-order
Tesla’s Profit Falls 37% After It Cut Car Prices
100+NYT > Technology / 11h
The company sold more cars but made less money on each one because of discounts and low-interest loans.
You Can Now Limit How Many YouTube Shorts You Watch in a Day
Lifehacker / 11h
If you've ever had to drink an extra cup of coffee the next day to make up for a scrolling spiral watching TikTok videos or YouTube Shorts, we have something in common. As a safeguard to keep us from scrolling on and on (and on) into the wee hours of the morning, YouTube's adding a system to limit the amount of Shorts a user watches in a day—but it's a little less strict than what exists on other
How to Run DOOM on Your Raspberry Pi
How-To Geek / 11h
So you just got a Raspberry Pi device, and you want to christen it by recreating the meme: run Doom on that tiny computer. Luckily for you, you can start blasting demons with just a few commands in the Raspberry Pi terminal.
Blue Owl Capital and Meta Have $27 Billion Deal for Multi-GW Data Center
Next Big Future / 11h
Meta has a joint venture agreement with Blue Owl Capital in a deal worth $27 billion to fund and develop the social media company’s massive Hyperion data center in rural Louisiana. The deal will see Blue Owl own 80% of the Hyperion data center, with Meta taking the remaining 20% stake. Blue Owl contributed about ... Read more
What Incredible Timing for ‘Star Wars’ to Post Ben Solo’s Best Clip
60Gizmodo / 11h
Why would the official YouTube post this specific 'Rise of Skywalker' clip this week of all weeks?
Is the iPhone 17 Pro’s ‘Colorgate’ Worth Worrying About?
Lifehacker / 11h
If you're looking to buy a new iPhone 17 this year, not only do you have a number of models to consider, you also have a number of colors to choose from. But some users who opted for the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are claiming that the color they picked isn't the color they see today. According to these users, their iPhones have changed color over the short period of time they've owned them. Ob
The Beats Studio3 Are Just $89 Right Now
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Beats' Studio series has been around for years—their over-the-ear design, ANC, and more premium build and features set them apart from other Beats earphones. The Beats Studio3 are not the newest model (they came out in 2017) but they are still plenty good headphones in 2025
Cheapest places to travel for the holidays in 2025
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
The holiday season is all about being together with your closest friends and family. But when those loved ones don't live nearby, you may have to fly to visit them. Or maybe you're the type to throw tradition out the window altogether and instead celebrate the holidays in a far-flung destination . Either way, the holiday season is not only the most wonderful time of the year — it's also the busie
California Startup Wants to Launch 4,000 Mirrors to Orbit. Scientists Are Alarmed
20Gizmodo / 11h
Astronomers and wildlife experts are up in arms over an unprecedented approach to maximizing solar energy generation.
Talk about VIP service - Elon Musk and Sam Altman have their DGX Spark mini PCs hand-delivered by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Jensen Huang’s personal DGX Spark deliveries to Musk and Altman reveal Nvidia’s symbolic dominance and AI’s growing divide between elites.
AWS Outage That Took Down Internet Came After Amazon Fired Tons of Workers in Favor of AI
32Futurism / 12h
When Amazon Web Services suffered an outage on Monday morning, it practically took down the internet with it . There went all of Amazon’s services, from its shopping hub to its Ring doorbell cameras. ChatGPT went quiet . “Smart” mattresses became unsleepable . Video games like Fortnite blinked out , as did platforms like Snapchat and banking apps . An even greater source of alarm was how long it
OpenAI’s New Browser Raises ‘Insurmountably High’ Security Concerns
Gizmodo / 12h
You can't say they aren't innovating.
The AWS Outage Borked People’s Pricey ‘Smartbeds’
27Gizmodo / 12h
Eight Sleep staff undoubtedly endured a sleepless night as the impact of the AWS outage spread to its neck of the woods.
Diver Films World’s Largest Jellyfish Species at Night, and the Video Is Hypnotizing
Gizmodo / 12h
The largest known lion's mane jellyfish was 120 feet (36.5 meters) long.
Apple dumps dating apps Tea and TeaOnHer from the App Store over privacy and moderation issues
Engadget / 12h
Apple has removed dating apps Tea and TeaOnHer from the App Store for violating rules related to content moderation and user privacy. The company told TechCrunch that it pulled the apps as they broke several of its rules , including one mandating that apps can't share or otherwise use an individual's personal info without getting their permission first. Apple said they also violated a rule concer
Queer Supernatural Anime Is Having a Moment Right Now
Gizmodo / 12h
How 'The Summer Hikaru Died' and 'This Monster Wants to Eat Me' are transforming queer longing into a frighteningly refreshing new wave of romance anime.
Stop Struggling With Home Assistant Automations and Let ChatGPT Help
How-To Geek / 12h
Home Assistant is the most powerful smart home platform. You can connect and control an almost endless array of smart home devices and build powerful automations that simply aren't possible with systems such as Alexa and Google Home.
Why the Oura Ring 4 earns our Health & Fitness Device of the Year award, beating a ton of elite smartwatches and a seriously impressive ebike
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The Oura Ring 4 has led the charge this year in the health and fitness space as a pioneer in minimalist, software-driven technology.
OpenAI’s Atlas is more about ChatGPT than the web
20TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI's new browser is a surface for the company to distribute ChatGPT and develop new AI features rather than improving core web experience.
Meta lays off 600 in AI division despite billion-dollar AI push
Mashable / 12h
Meta has invested heavily in artificial intelligence — from AI chatbots and companions to the infinite AI slop generator Vibes and even an AI-powered dating assistant . But that enthusiasm isn't translating to job security for everyone. On Wednesday, Meta's Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang announced in a memo that the company is laying off approximately 600 employees within its AI unit. The news, f
President of Xbox Sarah Bond talks Ally X, next-gen console, and recent price increases
Mashable / 12h
Last week, Xbox players finally got their hands on the long-awaited ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming console, and it's been selling out fast. Best Buy is currently showing a 30-day wait for new orders, and the Microsoft store is completely out of stock. We have an early review of the device , but on launch day, I also got to sit down with Sarah Bond, President of Xbox, at the Mashable office in Ne
YouTube is adding a timer to Shorts so you don't scroll the day away
Engadget / 12h
YouTube is adding a timer to Shorts to help curb all of that incessant doomscrolling, according to a report by TechCrunch . This feature is rolling out to all users after being spotted in an Android APK file earlier this year, which was originally reported on by Android Authorit y . Here's how it works. Users set a daily time limit for Shorts via the app's settings. Once reached, they'll see a po
2025's Best Horror Movie is Coming This Friday. Here's When and Where to Stream It
How-To Geek / 12h
We’ve seen plenty of good horror movies this year, but there’s one that’s been on the tip of everyone’s tongue since it was released in theaters this past summer. While its plot is admittedly terrifying, its messages and intentions will chill you to the bone. Now, 2025’s best and most-talked-about horror movie is coming to HBO Max , so you can finally join in on all the chatter.
Brian Wang Co-wrote AI Rising- How to Thrive in the Age of Abundance
Next Big Future / 12h
I, Brian Wang, am one of the main co-authors for AI RISING: How To Thrive In The Age Of Abundance Please support with an order and share with others who might buy the book. All of the authors are Randy Kirk, Brian Wang, Cern Basher, Phil Beisel, Bradford Ferguson, John Gibbs, Nicholas Gibbs, Larry Goldberg, ... Read more
Reflect Orbit $20 Million Startup Plans 4000 Space Mirrors
Next Big Future / 12h
Reflect Orbital plans a constellation to enable solar power generation at night, make crops grow better and stronger, possibly replace urban lighting, provide emergency illumination in disaster zones and enable people to work into the night. UPDATE: The concept of mirrors in space was previously discussed in 2018, when China was looking to get 8 ... Read more
Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard review: For those who fly American Airlines 4 times a year
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard overview The Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® (see rates and fees ) is aimed at travelers who fly American Airlines about once per quarter. It's best suited to semi-frequent flyers who can maximize the companion certificate, checked bag benefit and lounge passes. However, it's less compelling for travelers seeking stronger earning rates, unlimited lounge a
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 was just crowned TechRadar's best smartwatch of 2025, and it's on sale for a record-low price
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 was just awarded TechRadar's best smartwatch, and it's on sale for its lowest price ever at Amazon.
The AI tsunami: Apple's M5 chip delivers a 12x performance leap - here's what the neural accelerators mean for your Mac
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The M5 chip is Apple’s boldest leap in neural processing since the M1 launched in 2020.
India To Pilots: “You Don’t Own Your Life — We Do.” Foreign Airlines Told To Stop Hiring Their Crew
View from the Wing / 12h
India asked the U.N.’s aviation body to stop foreign airlines from hiring away its pilots, mechanics, and flight attendants — arguing that worker mobility disrupts the “orderly” growth of its carriers. The proposal effectively claims airlines, and the government behind them, own the labor of their people — a mindset summed up in one chilling message to pilots: “You don’t own your life — we do.” C
Our Favorite High Resolution Mirrorless Camera Is $900 Off Right Now
Wired / 12h
We found two outstanding camera deals, including one on Sony’s A7R V at the lowest price it’s ever been.
GM Unveils Electric SUV With ‘Eyes-Off’ Driving
Gizmodo / 12h
As EV demand drop begins, GM is betting on AI to spur sales
Amazon unveils AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers
TechCrunch / 12h
Amazon likely hopes that the new glasses will shave valuable time off of each delivery by providing delivery drivers with detailed directions and information about hazards directly in their line of sight.
Google says it made a breakthrough toward practical quantum computing
Engadget / 12h
Enabled by the introduction of its Willow quantum chip last year, Google today claims it's conducted breakthrough research that confirms it can create real-world applications for quantum computers. The company's Quantum Echoes algorithm, detailed in a paper published in Nature , is a demonstration of "the first-ever verifiable quantum advantage running the out-of-order time correlator (OTOC) algo
These October Hybrid SUV Lease Deals Save You Big
How-To Geek / 12h
If you’re shopping for a new car , you basically have two paths: buy and watch it lose value fast, or lease and know you’ll need a new ride in a few years. Hybrids , plug-in hybrids, and EVs drop in value
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