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$1.8 million MST3K Kickstarter brings in (almost) everyone from the old show
300+Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Longtime fans of the cult TV show Mystery Science Theater 3000 know that the series’ one constant is change (well, that and bad movies). The show’s cast and crew were in a near-constant state of flux, a byproduct of the show's existence as a perennial bubble show produced in the Twin Cities rather than a TV-and-comedy hub like New York or LA. It was rare, especially toward the middle of its 10-se
Jimmy Kimmel has a brutal response to Pam Bondi tracking lawmakers Epstein files search history
100+Mashable / 18h
Jimmy Kimmel has already broken down Pam Bondi's chaotic Epstein files hearing , but on Thursday he spoke about another disturbing development. "For those who were wondering when the abuse of power will end, the answer is never, probably," says Kimmel in the clip above, bringing up a shot of a piece of paper in Bondi's folder with the title "Jayapal Pramilia Search History" . "That refers to cong
Sony Promo Codes and Discounts: 45% Off
Wired / 5min
Upgrade your setup with Sony’s newest releases. Save on industry-leading noise-canceling audio, and pro-level Alpha cameras.
'Our work for Milano-Cortina is helping create a new generation of network': HPE tells us what it takes to be the network backbone of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Latest from TechRadar / 8min
The most geographically-widespread Winter Olympics ever needs a next-gen network - HPE tells us why it is the only choice.
Hurdle hints and answers for February 14, 2026
Mashable / 46min
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 February 14
Mashable / 46min
If your idea of a great Valentine's Day date is gazing at the Moon, then you're in luck; this is one of the last nights before the New Moon where enough of its surface is illuminated. There's not a whole lot to see, so you might want to plan for some romantic stargazing too... What is today’s Moon phase? As of Saturday, Feb. 14, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Gu
Indian pharmacy chain giant exposed customer data and internal systems
20TechCrunch / 2h
A backend flaw in web admin dashboards used by one of India's largest pharmacy chains, exposed thousands of online pharmacy orders.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 14, 2026
Mashable / 2h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a film buff. 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 hint
NYT Strands hints, answers for February 14, 2026
Mashable / 2h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're affectionate. 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. Th
Wordle today: Answer, hints for February 14, 2026
Mashable / 2h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love springtime 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 h
Airbnb plans to bake in AI features for search, discovery and support
45TechCrunch / 3h
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said the company wants to increase its use of large language models for customer discovery, support and engineering.
'I want to give millions of young people the financial foundation I never had': MrBeast buys a financial planning app for young people, but all we can ask is - why?
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
MrBeast acquires Step to teach financial skills to young users, expanding Beast Industries beyond media into fintech and money management.
You've only got 10 more days to get Surfshark's best plan at a discounted price with 3 extra months thrown in — here's how to claim
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
All of Surfshark's best features are available for less, but not for much longer
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the ultimate machine for multiplayer mayhem, and these 6 party games are truly essential
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
I adore my Nintendo Switch 2, and take it with me just about everywhere I go – but I always make sure to have these party games in my bag too.
I tested the Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 Pro for two months — here's why this classic portrait lens beats pricey first-party glass
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Viltrox's take on the classic 85mm f/1.4 professional portrait lens is a huge success, and it's excellent value too
Crazy XAI Plans. X Money and Emulated Humans this year. Mass Drivers on the Moon
Next Big Future / 5h
Insatiable demand for AI is driving trillions in spending and those trillions will power the development of the moon and the entire solar system.
Don’t worry, VR isn’t dying – this weird XR arcade cabinet just made me fall in love with my Quest 3 all over again
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Feeling down about VR in 2026? I’ve been testing an XR arcade cabinet, and it has made me fall in love with my Quest 3 again.
Apple TV going streaming-first with every 2026 movie feels risky, especially with potential Barbie, Marty Supreme, and Karate Kid-sized hits all coming
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Apple TV’s 2026 slate might have the next Barbie, Marty Supreme or Karate Kid – and I’m baffled it’s all streaming first.
WHO slams US-funded newborn vaccine trial as "unethical"
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
The World Health Organization on Friday released a formal statement blasting a US-funded vaccine trial as "unethical," because it would withhold an established, safe, and potentially lifesaving vaccine against hepatitis B from some newborns in Guinea-Bissau, Africa. "In its current form, and based on publicly available information, the trial is inconsistent with established ethical and scientific
Aided by AI, California beach town broadens hunt for bike lane blockers
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
This spring, a Southern California beach town will become the first city in the country where municipal parking enforcement vehicles will use an AI system looking for potential bike lane violations. Beginning in April, the City of Santa Monica will bring Hayden AI’s scanning technology to seven cars in its parking enforcement fleet, expanding beyond similar cameras already mounted on city buses.
Microsoft Office 2024 is worth the upgrade — and it’s 60% off
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business delivers modern features, better performance, and familiar apps — all for a one-time $99.97 payment (reg. $249.99). Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC Lifetime License $99.97 $249.99 Save $150.02 Upgrading your productivity really boils down to getting smarter tools that make your workflow smooth
Get Montessori vibes in this calm digital playground — just $45 for life
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Pok Pok is a Montessori-inspired, ad-free kids app that offers calm, open-ended learning for ages 2–8 — and a $44.97 lifetime subscription makes it an easy, guilt-free screen time upgrade. Opens in a new window Credit: Pok Pok Pok Pok: Lifetime Subscription $44.97 $250 Save $205.03 For parents trying to strike a healthier balance with screen time, Pok Pok offers a refreshingly calm alterna
As OpenAI Pulls Down the Controversial GPT-4o, Someone Has Already Created a Clone
Futurism / 7h
OpenAI is finally sunsetting GPT-4o, a controversial version of ChatGPT known for its sycophantic style and its central role in a slew of disturbing user safety lawsuits . GPT-4o devotees, many of whom have a deep emotional attachment to the model, have been in turmoil — and copycat services claiming to recreate GPT-4o have already cropped up to take the model’s place. Consider just4o.chat, a ser
Samsung says it “took the leap” with HBM4, as it starts shipping faster AI memory built on advanced process nodes
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Samsung begins to ship HBM4 memory at 11.7Gbps speeds, and claims an early industry lead.
'Oura’s long‑term vision is to help shift health systems' — Oura's chief medical officer tells us how it's using smart rings to shape US legislation
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Oura is using its smart rings to help shape US health legislation – here's everything you need to know.
Dive Into the Elusive World of Particles With the Global Physics Photowalk Finalists
Gizmodo / 7h
This year's winners offer behind-the-scenes access to the frontiers of particle physics research.
8 things you can do with the blank buttons inside your car
How-To Geek / 7h
Blank buttons are the bane of the automotive industry. You know the ones that take up space on your center console but don’t actually do anything. They’re little more than a subtle reminder that you didn’t pay extra for a feature, which is just one more reason you might want to get rid of them.
There's a sneaky way to watch NBA All star Weekend for FREE
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Here's a sneaky way to watch the NBA All star Weekend 2026 for free from anywhere in the world as basketball's annual tournament returns Feb 13-15
Your Roku just got yet more free streaming channels, including a Pokémon channel — but you should expect to see a bunch of AI ads on there in the future
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Roku has added nine more free, ad-supported channels to The Roku Channel
Hong Kong Airlines A330 Business Class: Second-Rate But Good Enough
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Hello from Japan, as I just flew Hong Kong Airlines’ Airbus A330-300 business class on the 3hr30min flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Tokyo Narita (NRT). My goal was to get to Japan, but with the Lunar New Year holiday period, flights on All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Japan Airlines, were either entirely sold out, or had outrageous fares and no award availability. Fortunately I found a fare
'This is unacceptable' — SAG/AFTRA reacts to the viral Seedance 2.0 AI-generated Pitt-Cruise fight
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Someone used ByteDance's Seedance 2.0 generative AI video platform to depict Tom Cruise fighting Brad Pitt, and no one in the film industry is happy about it.
The Billionaire Space Race Is Really Heating Up
24Gizmodo / 7h
Just days after SpaceX pivoted to the Moon, Blue Origin’s new lunar strategy has come to light.
Stop putting NVMe SSDs in USB enclosures: You're crippling your hardware
How-To Geek / 7h
SSD speeds are far from the only thing that matters. In fact, many will say that they're almost irrelevant, and b uying an expensive SSD is a waste of money .
DoorDash drivers are getting paid to close Waymo car doors
34Mashable / 7h
Waymo's fleet of robotaxis can drive passengers to various destinations without a human driver at the wheel. However, when it comes to closing the car door, Waymo's self-driving cars apparently still need help from humans. And humans who do gig work on DoorDash can now get paid to close Waymo car doors. On Reddit earlier this week, a Redditor in the subreddit community for DoorDash workers called
Verizon imposes new roadblock on users trying to unlock paid-off phones
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Verizon this week imposed a new roadblock for people who want to pay off device installment plans early in order to get their phones unlocked. The latest version of Verizon's device unlocking policy for postpaid customers imposes a 35-day waiting period when a customer pays off their device installment plan online or in the Verizon app. Payments made over the phone also trigger a 35-day waiting p
Ring cancels Flock deal after dystopian Super Bowl ad prompts mass outrage
33Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Amazon and Flock Safety have ended a partnership that would've given law enforcement access to a vast web of Ring cameras. The decision came after Amazon faced substantial backlash for airing a Super Bowl ad that was meant to be warm and fuzzy, but instead came across as disturbing and dystopian. The ad begins with a young girl surprised to receive a puppy as a gift. It then warns that 10 million
Airbnb says a third of its customer support is now handled by AI in the US and Canada
23TechCrunch / 8h
Airbnb was poised to introduce an app that doesn't just search for you, but one that "knows you." CEO Brian Chesky said, "It will help guests plan their entire trip, help hosts better run their businesses, and help the company operate more efficiently at scale."
Influencer’s Mid-Flight Flirt Disaster Goes Viral—Oblivious Guy Needs Multiple Notes To Realize What’s Happening
View from the Wing / 8h
An influencer’s mid-flight attempt at romance hilariously misfired when the oblivious guy across the aisle completely missed her subtle (and then not-so-subtle) hints. Her awkward efforts—and his total confusion—quickly went viral, turning an everyday Sydney-Melbourne flight into comedy gold.
OpenAI Is Nuking Its 4o Model. China’s ChatGPT Fans Aren’t OK
37Wired / 8h
As OpenAI removed access to GPT-4o in its app on Friday, people who have come to rely on the chatbot for companionship are mourning the loss all over the world.
The MG S5 is the SUV follow-up to one of the best EVs on the road – but is it anywhere near as charming?
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
The MG S5 is built on the same underpinnings as its award-winning hatchback counterpart, but it unfortunately lacks some of its predecessor’s excitement.
5 horror movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more this Valentine's Day
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Cozy up and watch these great horror movies this Valentine's weekend.
What does this mean for EVs? 5 ways Trump’s big climate policy reversal could affect your next car purchase
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
President Trump’s reversal of the landmark ‘endangerment findings’ will cause major upset in the automotive industry – here’s what it could mean for electric vehicles.
‘Tower Dungeon’ Is Perfect for Readers Who Loved the Goofy, Grotesque Charm of ‘Delicious in Dungeon’
Gizmodo / 8h
If you wished 'Delicious in Dungeon' was scarier right out of the gate, check out this dark fantasy manga about a lovable crew of adventurers.
Limited-edition Jeep Wrangler Willys is built for America’s overlanding boom
How-To Geek / 8h
According to the 2025 Overland Industry Report, over eight million Americans took an overlanding trip in 2024, with that number expected to increase to double digits in the years ahead. Nearly three million identify specifically as overlanders among those eight million, and among those new to the hobby, 72% are Gen Z or Millennials.
This Bizarre Star System Is Inside Out, and Astronomers Aren’t Sure How
Gizmodo / 8h
A closer look at the planets around a star called LHS 1903 may just flip our understanding of how planetary systems form.
OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o, and the AI relationships community is heartbroken
Mashable / 8h
Updated on Feb. 13 at 3 p.m. ET — OpenAI has officially retired the GPT-4o model from ChatGPT. The model is no longer available in the “Legacy Models” drop-down within the AI chatbot. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. On Reddit, heartbroken users are sharing mournful posts about their experience. We've updated this article to reflect some of the most re
Amazon's Ring ends deal with surveillance firm after backlash
26BBC News / 8h
A Super Bowl advert had sparked new scrutiny of the smart doorbell company's privacy practices.
A Dating App Based on Users’ Credit Scores Is Making a Comeback
Gizmodo / 8h
Just ahead of Valentine's Day, Score wants to be more inclusive.
China has extracted 1000g of uranium from just seawater - targets "unlimited battery life" by 2050, tapping into 4.5 billion tons of aquatic uranium
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The oceans hold vast uranium resources, and China’s recent extraction milestone is a start but does not yet ensure a large-scale fuel supply.
The first Android 17 beta is now available on Pixel devices
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
You might have noticed some reporting a few days ago that Android 17 was rolling out in beta form, but that didn't happen. For reasons Google still has not explained, the release was canceled. Two days later, Android 17 is here for real . If you've got a recent Pixel device, you can try the latest version today, but don't expect big changes just yet—there's still a long way to go before release.
After a routine code rejection, an AI agent published a hit piece on someone by name
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
On Monday, a pull request executed by an AI agent to the popular Python charting library matplotlib turned into a 45-comment debate about whether AI-generated code belongs in open source projects. What made that debate all the more unusual was that the AI agent itself took part, going so far as to publish a blog post calling out the original maintainer by name and reputation. To be clear, an AI a
Bitcoin biopic starring Casey Affleck to use AI to generate locations and tweak performances
Engadget / 9h
Killing Satoshi , an upcoming biopic about the elusive creator of Bitcoin, will reportedly rely heavily on artificial intelligence to generate locations and adjust actors' performances, Variety reports . The film was announced in 2025 as being directed by Doug Liman ( The Bourne Identity , The Edge of Tomorrow ) and starring Casey Affleck and Pete Davidson in undisclosed roles, but its connection
Fintech lending giant Figure confirms data breach
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TechCrunch / 9h
The company said hackers downloaded “a limited number of files” after breaking into an employee’s account. The hacking group ShinyHunters took responsibility for the breach.
Bring KitchenAid's official color of the year into your home with mint green and brushed stainless steel accessories — from just $1.49
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Drench your cooking space in this year's freshest color, paired with smart brushed stainless steel.
Corsair's pricey DDR5 RAM now comes in very different packaging — and it's all about foiling RAM scammers
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Corsair is putting its high-end RAM in a sealed plastic clamshell to help prevent return-related scams.
I test smart home tech for a living, and these are the top 3 Ring alternative video doorbells I recommend, with local storage for your videos
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
With these wireless video doorbells you can avoid subscription fees and keep control of your recordings at home.
Blundering Husband Asks Claude AI to “Organize” Wife’s PC, Accidentally Erases Her Life’s Work
Futurism / 9h
One of the core promises of the AI industry is that its tools can automate work for you and perform entire tasks without intervention. Oftentimes, however, the stuff that today’s AI will do on your behalf is less than helpful — or even so comically harmful that you’d be better off just doing a task yourself. A developer learned this lesson the hard way when using Anthropic’s new Claude Cowork mod
George R.R. Martin Makes Delightfully Terrible Mistake of Entrusting Major Spoilers to Small Child
20Gizmodo / 9h
Dexter Sol Ansell, who plays Egg on 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' shared some surprising insider info about main characters' futures.
DIY Camera That Records on Cassette Tapes Takes Lo-Fi Tech Trends to a New Level
Gizmodo / 9h
All the joy (and frustration) of 1983 at your fingertips!
OpenAI Actually Shut Down GPT-4o
Lifehacker / 9h
They actually did it. OpenAI officially deprecated GPT-4o on Friday, despite the model's particularly passionate fan base. This news shouldn't have been such a surprise. In fact, the company announced that Feb. 13 would mark the end of GPT-4o—as well as models like GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and o4-mini— just over two weeks ago . However, whether you're one of the many who are attached to this model,
Why top talent is walking away from OpenAI and xAI
TechCrunch / 9h
AI companies have been hemorrhaging talent the past few weeks. Half of xAI’s founding team has left the company — some on their own, others through “restructuring” — while OpenAI is facing its own shakeups, from the disbanding of its mission alignment team to the firing of a policy exec who opposed its “adult mode” feature. Watch as TechCrunch’s Equity podcast hosts Kirsten Korosec, Anthony […]
3 must-watch Peacock documentaries to stream this weekend (February 13 - February 15)
How-To Geek / 9h
As someone who spends a fair amount of time on streaming apps, my eyes are always peeled for good documentaries, no matter their focus. From true crime, cults and religion, aliens, and lifestyle to biographical, sports, cultural, and historical, Peacock boasts quite a diverse collection. That’s why it’s one of my go-to platforms when I’m in a real-life-scenario kind of mood.
I tried to tell you about living in AI Time — this essay nails its harsh reality, and here's why we're not truly screwed
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
This is what it means to be living in AI Time and, based on a new essay by Matt Shumer, CEO and Co-Founder of Otherside, potentially how to survive it.
The World Is on Fire, and Meta Sees an Opportunity to Add Facial Recognition to Smart Glasses
21Gizmodo / 9h
Meta reportedly hopes a 'dynamic political environment' will let them get away with a new surveillance network.
A mysterious Chinese company just teased its first cheap Micro Four Thirds camera – but don’t expect it to be an OM System killer
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
OM System has announced the entry of Chinese budget camera manufacturer Sonida into the Micro Four Thirds System, but the expected new Songdian-branded camera probably won't take on offerings from OM System or Lumix
This sub-$20,000 luxury car is the smartest buy this tax season
How-To Geek / 9h
Tax season is back, which means sorting through paperwork, clicking through forms, and hoping it all ends with a decent refund. It’s not exactly fun, but that check from Uncle Sam can take some of the sting out of the process.
These Malicious AI Assistants in Chrome Are Stealing User Credentials
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Lifehacker / 9h
AI-powered browser extensions continue to be a popular vector for threat actors looking to harvest user information. Researchers at security firm LayerX have analyzed multiple campaigns in recent months involving malicious browser extensions , including the widespread GhostPoster scheme targeting Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. In the latest one— dubbed AiFrame —threat actors have pushed approximately
Sex toys maker Tenga says hacker stole customer information
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26TechCrunch / 9h
The Japanese sex toy maker said a hacker broke into an employee's inbox and stole customer names, email addresses, and correspondence, including order details and customer service inquiries.
Swiss scientists want to make long AI-generated videos even better by preventing them from 'degrading into randomness' - is that a good idea? I am not so sure
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
EPFL researchers teach AI to correct its own mistakes in video sequences, reducing drift and potentially extending realistic duration.
Dell's Presidents' Day sale is a goldmine for business professionals - these are the desktop and laptop deals worth checking out
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Some great Windows 11 laptops and desktops get a big price-cut over at Dell.
ULA’s Vulcan Rocket Suffers Familiar Anomaly During Launch of US Military Satellites
Gizmodo / 9h
Shortly after liftoff, an unusual plume shot out of one of the solid rocket boosters.
YouTube TV will soon offer cheaper bundles, including a new sports plan
Mashable / 9h
Streaming services were once viewed as a cheaper alternative to paying for cable. However, over the years, as cord-cutting became more popular, streaming subscriptions have gotten just as expensive, and YouTube TV is known as a particularly pricey cable alternative. YouTube TV, YouTube's live TV streaming subscription service, for example, once cost as low as $35 per month. YouTube TV is now pric
The Audacity teaser promises sharp Silicon Valley satire
Mashable / 9h
Film and TV fans know that tech bros are ripe for satire. Look at the entire cast of Silicon Valley and Mountainhead , or Glass Onion 's Elon Musk-esque Miles Bron . Now, AMC upcoming drama series The Audacity looks to add more fuel to the fire. Created by Jonathan Glatzer, a writer and producer on Succession and Better Call Saul , The Audacity invites viewers into the Silicon Valley bubble. Ther
Social Security Workers Are Being Told to Hand Over Appointment Details to ICE
300+Wired / 9h
The recent request goes against decades of precedent and puts noncitizens at further risk of immigration enforcement actions.
OpenAI Users Launch Movement to Save Most Sycophantic Version of ChatGPT
Gizmodo / 10h
Right before Valentine's Day, too.
Upper House Hong Kong: An Excellent, Unconventional, Simple, Luxury Hotel
One Mile at a Time / 10h
When we visited Hong Kong, there were two hotels I was most hoping to stay — the Rosewood Hong Kong , which is located in Kowloon, and the Upper House Hong Kong , located on Hong Kong Island. The 117-key Upper House Hong Kong opened back in 2009, and it has long been regarded as one of the city’s best hotels. Not that I place much value on this, but on The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 list , it wa
Crypto Has Finally Found Its Killer App: Human Trafficking
Futurism / 10h
Cryptocurrencies have long been lauded for being a borderless, decentralized way to transfer cash — and while they’ve emerged as a major speculative asset, fans have often struggled to point to a real-world use case for them. But thanks to a broad lack of regulation and the ability to carry out transactions via anonymous accounts, crypto have become incredibly popular for a distinctly grim use: f
'We have to up our game' — Jon Favreau on taking The Mandalorian to the big screen
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Jon Favreau explains why The Mandalorian & Grogu had to “up our game” for theaters — and teases what’s next for Grogu.
Hasbro Celebrates ‘Transformers: The Movie’ by Apologizing for It
87Gizmodo / 10h
If you're still upset over 'Transformers: The Movie' whacking Optimus Prime, you've got a whole year to accept Hasbro's 'we're sorry.'
Who needs Netflix and Prime Video? These 4K Blu-ray starter packs can unlock the ultimate movie-watching experience
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
4K Blu-ray provides the sort of quality streaming could never live up to – and these starter packs are all you need to experience the joy of UHD discs.
That 'fast-charging' USB-C cable you bought is probably running at USB 2.0 speeds
How-To Geek / 10h
If you’ve got a fast-charging USB-C cable that you’re also using for data transfer, you ought to check just how fast it is. The fact is, many “fast” USB-C cables are anything but when it comes to data transfer rates.
Binance France President Targeted in Latest Crypto Home Invasion
Gizmodo / 10h
The wrench attacks will continue until moral improves.
These Viture Luma Pro Smart Glasses Are Cheaper Than Ever During Amazon's Early Presidents Day Sale
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Augmented reality smart glasses blend digital content directly with the physical world, enabling hands-free device use, but a persistent pain point remains: Low brightness can make them unusable in certain settings. Many models max out at 400 to 600 nits, but a rare few exc
How to watch NBA All-Star 2026: Live stream every game, TV channels
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Basketball’s biggest names are ready for an all-out showdown. Here's how to watch NBA All-Star 2026 live streams in all parts of the world.
US Weather Pulls a Switcheroo
Gizmodo / 10h
Finally, some snow for the West and warmer temperatures for the East.
Valve's latest Steam beta lets you add your PC's specs to game reviews
Engadget / 10h
An upcoming update to Steam includes a helpful improvement to game reviews. As part of the Steam Client Beta update Valve released on February 12, users will now be able to attach information about their hardware specifications when they post a new game review or update an old one. It's not uncommon to find negative reviews that complain about a game's performance, information that's hard to draw
Delta set to unveil massive first-class cabin on its newest planes — but it's temporary
38The Points Guy Articles / 10h
The date is set: Right as this summer's travel rush begins, Delta Air Lines will debut a plane sporting one of its most unusual cabins yet. On June 7, the carrier will begin flying seven Airbus A321neos featuring a whopping 44 first-class seats. That's 11 rows of the premium recliners! For comparison, most of Delta's other similarly sized planes have fewer than half that many rows (five) and seat
Senators Urge Top Regulator to Stay Out of Prediction Market Lawsuits
Wired / 10h
As prediction market platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi battle regulators in court, Senate Democrats are urging the CFTC to avoid weighing in, escalating a broader fight over the burgeoning industry.
ChatGPT caricature trend: What to do if OpenAI clearly knows too much
20Mashable / 10h
The ChatGPT caricature trend has gone mega-viral, with countless people sharing AI-generated images of themselves on Reddit, X, and other social media platforms. These images are usually quite cute (though they can be bizarre and unsettling ). A typical ChatGPT caricature depicts the user in cartoon style, surrounded by items that reflect their personality, hobbies, or profession. You can see hun
Southwest Flight Attendants Furious After Airline Moves Their Bags To Back Of Plane: “Passengers Will Steal Them!”
43View from the Wing / 10h
Southwest Airlines flight attendants are furious after the airline decided to relocate their reserved overhead bin space from the front to the back of the aircraft—sparking fears their belongings could be stolen. The change, meant to solve chaotic boarding issues following the airline’s switch to assigned seating, has triggered immediate backlash from crew members concerned about security and conv
Here's what we know about the Galaxy S26 series so far
How-To Geek / 10h
It's early 2026, and the internet is teeming with Galaxy S26 rumors. Some sound credible, others less so. But there are enough reliable rumors going around that we can paint a pretty clear picture of what the Galaxy S26 series should bring to the table when it launches later this year.
Join Our Livestream: The Hype, Reality, and Future of EVs
Wired / 10h
Pose your questions to a panel of WIRED experts about the future of the electric vehicle industry.
You Can Pick Up a Refurbished Kindle Paperwhite for $115 During Amazon’s Early Presidents Day Sale
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Presidents' Day sales are around the corner, and the deals are coming in early ; right now, Amazon has the latest Kindle Paperwhite from 2024 in "Like-New" conditions for $114.99 (originally $143.99). This Paperwhite in new condition would cost you $159.99, making the refur
27 charming lilac home office finds for your dreamy desk set-up
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Create your perfect playful workspace.
Spotify said AI has been doing the heavy lifting for its coding since December
Mashable / 11h
According to the music streaming platform Spotify and its co-CEO Gustav Söderström, the company's best developers "have not written a single line of code since December.” Yet Spotify continues to roll out new features at the same pace, with more than 50 launches last year. How are they doing this? During Spotify's fourth quarter earnings call this week, the company said its all thanks to AI. Spot
How to watch 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple: When is it streaming?
Mashable / 11h
Last year, Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's 28 Years Later , a fresh new addition to the zombie franchise 28 Days Later , set a high bar for legacy sequels. Mashable's Shannon Connellan called it "one of the most unrelenting and scariest films of the year" in her review . So the fact that Candyman director Nia DaCosta was able to make this year's direct sequel not only wow audiences, but critics as
I build all my calendars in Excel—here's how you can too
How-To Geek / 11h
Calendars are helpful for keeping track of critical dates, tasks, and appointments. While many digital calendar options exist, Excel allows you to create one that suits your style and schedule. With just a few clicks, you can build a custom calendar, either using a template or starting from scratch.
Google Says People Are Copying Its AI Without Its Permission, Much Like It Scraped Everybody’s Data Without Asking to Create Its AI in the First Place
84Futurism / 11h
Google has relied on a tremendous amount of material without permission to train its Gemini AI models. The company, alongside many of its competitors in the AI space, has been indiscriminately scraping the internet for content, without compensating rightsholders, racking up many copyright infringement lawsuits along the way. But when it comes to its own tech being copied, Google has no problem po
China Plans To Sell Waldorf Astoria New York At A Loss, After Huge Renovation
38One Mile at a Time / 11h
In 2025, the Waldorf Astoria New York reopened after an eight-year renovation ( I recently stayed, and shared my thoughts ), which ran five years behind schedule and more than $1 billion over budget. Now the property’s owners are looking to sell, almost certainly at a significant loss. Waldorf Astoria New York expected to be put up for sale The Wall Street Journal reports that the Waldorf Astoria
5 more DeWALT tools coming in 2026 that are worth waiting for
How-To Geek / 11h
Are you planning on buying more tools this year? If so, we have some good news from DeWALT. Team yellow is one of the most popular tool brands on the market, especially among professionals, thanks to its solid products and steady stream of new tools. In recent weeks, DeWALT has unveiled several new tools for 2026, and here are a few that are actually worth waiting for.
‘Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die’ Is Way Over the Top and We Love That About It
22Gizmodo / 11h
Sam Rockwell stars in the manic, poignant sci-fi love letter from director Gore Verbinski.
The Easiest (and Cheapest) Ways to Turn Your Attic Into Useful Storage Space
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you own a home with an unfinished attic, you’ve probably thought about all that precious space and how you might make it more useful. Your attic already serves an important purpose in temperature and moisture regulation in the house, of course, but that doesn’t mean it can’t do more. If you’ve got the budget, you can transform an attic into a b
Have an old Mac, iPhone, or iPad gathering dust? Get down to Best Buy right now to trade it in for generous savings on new Apple products
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
If you have an old Apple device lying around, Best Buy is currently offering a trade-in offer that allows you to save big on a brand-new Apple device.
7 hidden WhatsApp settings you never knew existed – and why you need to use them
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
You can power up WhatsApp by adjusting a few hidden settings – here are 7 of the best changes to make.
20 Best Presidents' Day Deals on Gear Our Reviewers Actually Used (2026)
Wired / 11h
Shop these limited-time sales to save on some of our favorite gadgets from Branch, Eufy, and more.
Nearly a million WordPress websites could be at risk from this serious plugin security flaw
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
WPvivid Backup & Migration plugin allows for arbitrary file upload which can lead to remote code execution.
Record Low Snow in the West Will Mean Less Water, More Fire, and Political Chaos
47Wired / 11h
Snowpack levels across a wide swath of western US states are among the lowest seen in decades, even as regulators struggle to negotiate water rights in the region.
Step aside Volvo: Mazda now leads the safety rankings
How-To Geek / 11h
For years, brands like Volvo were almost synonymous with safety, but 2026 marks a notable shift in what today’s safety-focused buyers prioritize . According to Consumer Reports’ new Safety Verdict ranking — a comprehensive assessment that looks beyond crash test scores to include emergency handling, braking performance, driver-assist tech and real-world usability — Mazda now sits at the top of th
Jon Favreau teases The Mandalorian and Grogu details at Star Wars toy event
Mashable / 11h
A wave of new Star Wars toys is coming this spring. Mashable was in attendance at the Star Wars: Most Wanted preview, where the spring line of plushies, remote-control toys, streetwear, and Lego sets were all on display, including many toys focused on the upcoming Jon Favreau movie The Mandalorian and Grogu . Launched by the success of Favreau-created live-action series The Mandalorian , this spi
The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Fandom Is Tearing Itself Apart
Wired / 11h
The breakout hockey romance has sparked legions of enthralled fans, along with obsessive, parasocial behavior that’s starting to get called out.
These Open Earbuds Are Just Over $20
Wired / 11h
Don’t be fooled by a slowly dropping price tag, the Acefit are surprisingly capable.
Grab the lightning-fast Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD and get a $70 Norton 360 Standard subscription for free this Presidents' Day
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Buy the 1TB Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD and get $70 Norton 360 Standard subscription for free this President's Day.
OpenAI removes access to sycophancy-prone GPT-4o model
TechCrunch / 12h
The model is known for its overly sycophantic nature and its role in several lawsuits involving users' unhealthy relationships with the chatbot.
This new 'relentless' Netflix horror series is set to bring my worst nightmare to life — its first unhinged trailer already has me spiralling
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
We've not had a horror series on Netflix for a good while, but the streamer is about to change that with the terrifying Something Very Bad is Going to Happen.
10 Romantically Spooky Horror Movies to Stream for Valentine’s Day
Gizmodo / 12h
Get cozy with your favorite scream queen or gore hound this weekend.
Campaign Urges Users to Quit ChatGPT Over OpenAI’s Support for Trump and ICE
Futurism / 12h
It isn’t exactly big news that big tech is in deep with the US government. Days after Trump’s inauguration last year, execs including OpenAI’s Sam Altman flocked to the Oval Office to announce a $500 billion AI infrastructure project — and they’ve remained deeply sycophantic ever since. Now that obsequiousness could be coming back to haunt them. As reported by MIT Technology Review , activists cr
3 Prime Video documentaries to watch this weekend (February 13 - 15)
How-To Geek / 12h
What to watch, what to watch, this weekend? With so many streaming services, it really is a banquet of choice. If you're partial to real-life stories, Prime Video has a boatload of interesting and unique documentaries and docuseries to stimulate your brain cells.
The SEC closed its investigation into Fisker
TechCrunch / 12h
The financial regulator revealed in a response to a TechCrunch records request that the probe was closed in September 2025.
Ring Cancels Flock Safety Partnership Amid Backlash Over ‘Creepy’ Super Bowl Ad
61Gizmodo / 12h
The Amazon-owned doorbell company says the planned partnership never launched.
Tiny, 45 base long RNA can make copies of itself
27Ars Technica - All content / 12h
There are plenty of unanswered questions about the origin of life on Earth. But the research community has largely reached consensus that one of the key steps was the emergence of an RNA molecule that could replicate itself. RNA, like its more famous relative DNA, can carry genetic information. But it can also fold up into three-dimensional structures that act as catalysts. These two features hav
How to watch Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United online for free
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Live stream Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United in the FA Cup for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The latest round of FA Cup fixtures includes some really fascinating matchups, including Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United. Aston Villa are flying high in the Premier League and will be confident of progressing into the next round. Th
My awkward first date with an AI companion
Mashable / 12h
People are falling in love with ChatGPT and AI companions . As someone who's only dated humans, I wanted to see what all the fuss is about. EVA AI gave me the perfect opportunity at the app's "EVA AI cafe," a pop-up nestled in a Manhattan wine bar where participants can go on "dates" with AI personas. So, I signed up, and reader, it was one word: awkward. SEE ALSO: Majority of Gen Z would marry a
ALS stole this musician’s voice. AI let him sing again.
21MIT Technology Review / 12h
There are tears in the audience as Patrick Darling’s song begins to play. It’s a heartfelt song written for his great-grandfather, whom he never got the chance to meet. But this performance is emotional for another reason: It’s Darling’s first time on stage with his bandmates since he lost the ability to sing two years ago. The 32-year-old musician was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
India partners with Alibaba.com for export push despite past China tech bans
TechCrunch / 12h
India turns to Alibaba.com's B2B network of 50 million buyers in 200 countries to help businesses scale global exports.
Your Amazon Fire TV Stick just got a great free gaming upgrade thanks to Nvidia – here's which models are getting it
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Nvidia GeForce Now has come to Amazon Fire TV Sticks, following its arrival on Linux.
4 systemd tools that make everyday Linux troubleshooting much easier
How-To Geek / 12h
Some people love systemd and can't stop raving about it; others love to hate it and can't stop throwing shade at it. Even though systemd remains divisive , one thing's for sure: since nearly all modern Linux distributions have adopted it as their default init system, learning to use it can pay off big time. Here's a basic overview of how to use four systemd tools that make troubleshooting on Linu
World’s Oldest Known Pieces of Sewn Clothing Sat in an Oregon Cave for 12,000 Years
Gizmodo / 12h
Indigenous Americans weathered the Ice Age with style and utility, it seems.
F.T.C. Chair Warns Apple Against Bias in Apple News
NYT > Technology / 12h
Andrew Ferguson of the F.T.C. said in a letter to Apple that it might be violating consumer protection law by stifling conservative speech in its news aggregation service.
Nintendo’s Virtual Boy accessory lets you play VR Mario and Zelda on Switch 2
Engadget / 12h
The forthcoming Nintendo Virtual Boy accessory for Switch and Switch 2 can play VR-supported games, as reported by Video Games Chronicle . There are four available games to play, including Super Mario Odyssey , Super Smash Bros Ultimate , The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker . These aren't new VR builds of the games, rather they are the versions previously re
Act fast to get the Bluetti Elite 400 Portable Power Station for its lowest price ever
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $600.02: As of Feb. 13, get the Bluetti Elite 400 Portable Power Station for $1,298.99, down from its usual price of $1,899. That's a discount of 32% and the lowest price we've seen . Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bluetti Elite 400 Portable Power Station $1,298.99 at Amazon $1,899 Save $600.01 Dealing with power outages is no fun. If you find that you're constantly having to figure ou
Mill food recyclers are 15% off for V-Day. Get one under $850 and see how it changes the kitchen chore game.
Mashable / 12h
SAVE UP TO $179.85: Through Feb. 16, the Mill food recycler kitchen bin is 15% off during Mill's Valentine's Day sale. Get the white model for $849.15 instead of its usual $999, and save on upgrades to black or stainless steel. Opens in a new window Credit: Mill Mill Food Recycler $849.15 $999 Save $149.85 I've recommended a lot of Valentine's Day gifts for her and for him this year. If your pers
Anna’s Archive reportedly releasing Spotify files despite $13 trillion legal challenge
Mashable / 12h
Anna's Archive, a site that serves as a shadow library for pirated content, has reportedly begun to quietly release millions of audio files scraped from Spotify. Anna's Archive made this move despite a staggering $13 trillion lawsuit — yes, trillion with a "T" — levied against the site by Spotify and major music labels. Two privacy-focused websites, TorrentFreak and CyberNews , reported that Anna
Anthropic’s Super Bowl ads mocking AI with ads helped push Claude’s app into the top 10
33TechCrunch / 12h
The numbers suggest that Anthropic's Super Bowl commercials, combined with Anthropic's recent release of its new Opus 4.6 model, worked to drive attention to Claude's app and its key differentiator from ChatGPT.
7 tools you can officially stop buying because of your phone
How-To Geek / 12h
It’s a known fact that smartphones have replaced a lot of things. You know the obvious ones: cameras, GPS navigators, MP3 players, etc. However, there are a handful of household tools that your phone can
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