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Google teams up with Flo Health to bring info women’s wearable to Google Health

Google Health has made a “strategic investment” in Flo Health, the firm most well-known for its period-tracking app. As part of the investment, data collected by women’s health wearable will be synchronized into Google Health. With half a billion users around the world, the Flo platform is a large market. The partnership is said to “create a more personal, precise health experience for women at every stage of life — from a first period to pregnancy to perimenopause”.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 13, 2026 at 6:34 AM

Mozilla announces security-focused Firefox Enterprise

Mozilla has launched a new version of its Firefox web browser aimed specifically at “organizations with strict security, governance, and compliance requirements”. Firefox Enterprise includes additional controls to limit AI and to configure the flow of data through the browser. The organization says that the release comes as the debate around data sovereignty escalates, particularly in Europe.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 13, 2026 at 5:54 AM

Plug in to a home energy revolution with the HiBattery 4020

A battery system that fits into your life and lowers your bills

Stuff • SponsoredOctober 13, 2026 at 5:46 AM

The updated Apple TV 4K is (finally) almost here so here’s what we know so far

Apple's TV+ service has rebranded, so surely the upcoming new hardware is also due a name change?

Stuff • Dan GrabhamOctober 13, 2026 at 2:02 AM

The Apple HomeView smart display is nearly here – check out the rumors we’ve heard over the years

Apple’s HomePod smart speaker is finally getting a screen. Here’s everything we know so far .

Stuff • Connor JewissOctober 13, 2026 at 1:33 AM

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Sets a Mars Driving Record

Advances in self-driving technology have made it easier to traverse distant worlds.

NYT > Technology • Kenneth ChangOctober 13, 2026 at 1:20 AM

AMD launches Ryzen AI Halo mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 495 and 192GB RAM, Valve release Steam Frame CAD files: Liliputing News Roundup

AMD's 2nd-gen Ryzen Halo Developer Platform is a mini PC with a Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 495 processor with up to 192GB of unified high-bandwidth RAM and support for 300b parameter AI models • Last year MINISFORUM launched a compact AtomMan G1 Pro desktop with Ryzen 9 8945HX and NVIDIA RTX 5060 • Valve has released CAD and electrical interface files for the Steam Frame, making them available for non-commercial, DIY accessories and modifications. store.steampowered.com/news/group/4

Liliputing • Brad LinderOctober 12, 2026 at 9:21 PM

Need a break from the Man City scandal? Play old school Championship Manager with 26/27 squads

The 97/98 game with 26/27 squads. The perfect remedy for this 'game's gone' nonsense.

Stuff • Chris SmithOctober 12, 2026 at 8:17 PM

Windows 11 23H2 Enterprise final patch arrives Nov. 10

Microsoft’s final Windows 11 23H2 update for Enterprise, Education and IoT Enterprise ships Nov. 10, 2026. Review upgrade steps and other end-of-support dates.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 12, 2026 at 7:25 PM

Python 3.15 released with lazy imports and UTF-8 default

Python 3.15 is out with explicit lazy imports, UTF-8 as the default encoding, frozendict and sentinel types, the Tachyon profiler and a faster experimental JIT.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 12, 2026 at 7:23 PM

Microsoft leaders call for emergency brakes on rogue AI

Microsoft’s Brad Smith wants firms to alert victims of rogue AI breaches. Satya Nadella says to assume models are compromised and build in an emergency brake.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 12, 2026 at 7:14 PM

This Beats x Pikachu speaker is the closest we’ll ever get to an Apple and Pokemon collab

A Beats x Pikachu Pill speaker is on the way with a new teaser released today.

Stuff • Chris SmithOctober 12, 2026 at 7:09 PM

They’ve already got an iPhone – here’s what to buy Apple fans next this Christmas

From keys they can find with their phone, to a cinema they can wear on their face, these presents put your iPhone to good use

Stuff • Esat DedezadeOctober 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM

These neat milk carton speakers from CMF by Nothing are endearing, affordable and stand out from the crowd

The CMF Speaker S and Speaker M bring a unique design that won't age like milk

Stuff • Chris SmithOctober 12, 2026 at 6:16 PM

Your AirPods Pro can do more than you think – here are 10 settings you should change right now

Pairing takes a few seconds but if you want the most out of them, you need another 10 minutes

Stuff • Britta O'BoyleOctober 12, 2026 at 5:35 PM

Meta Unveils New Series of Advanced A.I. Models

The new models, Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full, are meant to compete with cutting-edge A.I. models from rivals like Anthropic and OpenAI.

NYT > Technology • Eli TanOctober 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Can AI Keep Growing Exponentially? SemiAnalysis Makes the Case

Dylan Patel and Jordan Nanos on the trillions going into AI infrastructure, the economics behind the spending, and the security problems inside GPU clouds.

Big Technology • Alex KantrowitzOctober 12, 2026 at 2:44 PM

No Man’s Sky finally prepares to land on iPhone as part of Apple’s Indie Games Week

Thought No Man’s Sky for iPhone was lost in space? Soon, it’ll be in your pocket, along with another half-dozen indie hits

Stuff • Craig GrannellOctober 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM

The Fitbit Edge combines the best bits of Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5. Here’s why I’d pick it over both

Slim but still with a screen and a seven day battery life promise, the Fitbit Edge could be a best-of-both wearable

Stuff • Tom Morgan-FreelanderOctober 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Apple is ready to hold a secret launch event – here are the key new products to expect

Apple is set to hold an event to launch some smart home gear - here's what to expect

Stuff • Dan GrabhamOctober 12, 2026 at 11:18 AM

The cyber-fueled cult of Ibrahim Traoré

Fighting to contain an Islamist insurgency, while asserting national pride, is the military leader of Burkina Faso a messiah of the algorithm?

Coda Story • Olatunji OlaigbeOctober 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Apple’s HomePod smart speaker with a screen is definitely happening – here’s what it’s called

The 'HomePod with a screen' smart speaker has long been rumored - and we're getting it very soon

Stuff • Dan GrabhamOctober 12, 2026 at 10:21 AM

Could the Citroen 2 CV Concept be the best retro EV revival yet? Here’s when it will go on sale

This short range city car is packed full of throwbacks but the 2 CV Concept should be properly modern underneath

Stuff • Tom Morgan-FreelanderOctober 12, 2026 at 10:01 AM

Is Universal Basic Income the Answer to A.I.-Fueled Job Losses?

For more than a year, The New York Times followed recipients of universal basic income programs, which Elon Musk and other tech leaders have promoted as a solution to A.I.-fueled job losses.

NYT > Technology • Eli Tan and Rachel BujalskiOctober 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM

The reinvented Smart #2 is still perfectly formed for tackling city streets

A highlight of the Paris Motor Show, the smart #2 underlines just how handy a compact electric car can really be

Stuff • Rob ClymoOctober 12, 2026 at 7:30 AM

Microsoft is restoring the Send Availability feature of Outlook for iOS and Android

Finding a good time to schedule a meeting with someone can be difficult, and Microsoft Outlook used to have a feature that helped to make things easier. The Send Availability made it possible to easily let someone else know when you have free slots in your schedule, but it was removed from the software a little while back. Now, Microsoft has announced that it is back. This means that users of Outlook for iOS and Android have access to the Send Availability feature once again, simplifying the process of meeting scheduling.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 12, 2026 at 6:24 AM

How to schedule sending messages in WhatsApp

While a lot of communication happens in the here and now, there are times when you may want to delay the sending of a message rather than having it delivered immediately. To help with this, Meta is giving Android users the ability to schedule the sending of messages in WhatsApp For now, the feature is rolling out to Android users who are signed up to the WhatsApp beta program, but it will not be long before it is made available on other platforms and to users who are not part of the beta program. Here is what you need to… [Continue Reading]

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 12, 2026 at 5:41 AM

LineageOS 24 Released, Another Game Boy Emulator On E Ink, and turn A PSP Into Raspberry Pi-Powered PC: Liliputing News Roundup

The PSPi 6 turns the PlayStation Portable (PSP-1000) into a modern emulation handheld (and PC) with a custom board that lets you use a Raspberry Pi Zero, Zero 2W, or CM4 for brains • Microsoft is moving to standardize printer drivers, meaning that newer models should work well with most PCs running Windows 10 21H2 or newer • E Ink displays used for eReaders and electronic labels usually only support 1-3 refreshes per second

Liliputing • Brad LinderOctober 11, 2026 at 6:18 PM

The Times’s New Space Editor Has Her Eye on the Cosmos

On the Science desk, Victoria Jaggard spends her days pondering the universe’s most pressing mysteries.

NYT > Technology • Sarah BahrOctober 11, 2026 at 6:14 PM

Beyond the period tracker: how wearables are finally getting hormones right, and who does it best

From temperature-sensing smart rings to menopause tracking on your wrist, wearables are finally taking hormonal health seriously

Stuff • Britta O'BoyleOctober 11, 2026 at 5:50 PM

The 41 best free Android games for your phone or tablet

Fun doesn’t have to require funding. Got an Android phone or tablet? Then download these games – now!

Stuff • Craig GrannellOctober 11, 2026 at 2:51 PM

Microsoft is retiring Themes by Copilot in Microsoft Outlook

Having gone all-in with Copilot, Microsoft has started the process of reeling things back in a little. As part of this, the company has quietly announced that it is killing off a Copilot-powered feature of Outlook. The announcement reveals that Microsoft is retiring Themes by Copilot in Microsoft Outlook – possibly because of a lack of interest from users, although no reason is given.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 11, 2026 at 9:09 AM

Three Mark Zuckerbergs, Three Surprisingly Different Men

Jeremy Strong in “The Social Reckoning,” Jesse Eisenberg in “The Social Network” and the real Meta executive are all playing parts. But only one has changed his approach.

NYT > Technology • Alissa WilkinsonOctober 11, 2026 at 9:01 AM

WhatsApp starts blocking logins from outdated operating systems

In a bid to boost security for users, WhatsApp is using a server-side update to block iOS and Android users from logging into their accounts with out-of-date software. This is not just about ensuring that everyone is using an up-to-date version of the WhatsApp app, but also that their operating systems are current. The thinking behind this is that any device, and the accounts accessed from it, are only as secure as the software running on them.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 11, 2026 at 8:54 AM

Tesla forced to rename its Full Self-Driving system in Europe

Following intervention from the German Transport Ministry, Tesla is renaming its Full Self-Driving system across Europe. There was concern about the name giving drivers false confidence in the capabilities of their vehicles, so the system is now refered to as Tesla Assisted Driving across Europe. The German Transport Ministry says that it has to be made clear that drivers remain entirely responsible for the safe driving of their vehicles, and it hopes that the change in name will help to drive this point home.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 11, 2026 at 8:29 AM

Samsung Galaxy Watch9 review: still the obvious choice for most Android owners | Stuff

Is this the new obvious choice for Android phone owners? The Galaxy Watch9 is as slick as ever, even if not a lot has changed from last year

Stuff • Tom Morgan-FreelanderOctober 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Nicolas Cage says he won’t work with Amazon again over AI dispute

Nicolas Cage, who recently starred in "Spider-Noir," said he won't work with Amazon again after a disagreement over an AI waiver.

Technology and the Internet • Cerys DaviesOctober 11, 2026 at 1:21 AM

Justice Dept. Is Investigating TV Networks Over Trump Pool Coverage

Major TV networks were notified on Friday that the department was looking into whether they violated antitrust laws when they suspended pool coverage of President Trump.

NYT > Technology • David McCabe, Michael M. Grynbaum, Benjamin Mullin, Lauren Hirsch and GlennOctober 10, 2026 at 11:21 PM

Ubuntu for RISC-V, Touchscreen MacBooks, and a new Atari 800XL: Liliputing News Roundup

My first PC was an Atari 800XL • PC costs have risen sharply over the past year due to rising costs of RAM & storage • Google has offered a way to run Linux apps on Chromebooks for years The post Ubuntu for RISC-V, Touchscreen MacBooks, and a new Atari 800XL: Liliputing News Roundup appeared first on Liliputing.

Liliputing • Brad LinderOctober 10, 2026 at 7:48 PM

Let’s Encrypt is slashing certificate lifetimes to just 64 days

In just four months’ time, Let’s Encrypt will be cutting the free SSL/TLS certificate lifetimes from 90 days to 64 days. It is a move that is designed to help improve security, and avoid abuse. The shorter lifetime will be the default, but it will be possible to opt for something even shorter if desired – as short as 6 days. The default of 64 days does not come into force until early next year, but it will be possible to opt to use it starting next week for those who are interested.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 10, 2026 at 5:33 PM

Cloudflare has acquired Deno and will use it to boost Workers

Cloudflare has announced that it is acquiring Deno, the outfit behind the Deno programming runtime. The acquisition will be used to improve Cloudflare’s Workers programming model. Workers can be used to build software to run on Cloudflare’s network, and Deno only recently developed its own open-source version of the celld platform. Interestingly, Cloudflare did not – and does not – see this as a threat. Ryan Dahl from Deno says that: “We’re joining Cloudflare to make the Workers programming model a mainstream way to build servers.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 10, 2026 at 5:07 PM

What it takes for voters to be resilience against AI misinformation

A conversation with political scientist Thessalia Merivaki

The Markup • Natasha Uzcátegui-LiggettOctober 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM

I am ‘the enemy’ because I won’t call Artificial Intelligence ‘Super Intelligence’ until it’s actually super

Most of the time, AI for me is more like AIIEEEEE, given that it’s so dismal. So I’m certainly not calling it ‘super’ intelligence

Stuff • Craig GrannellOctober 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM

The Future of Vehicle Personalization

Image Credit: Unsplash Vehicle personalization is moving beyond cosmetic add-ons as connected technology, advanced manufacturing and smarter materials give drivers

Gigadgets • AugustOctober 10, 2026 at 7:50 AM

Google wants more people to move away from passwords to passkeys

The password has had its day, and passkeys are taking over. However, the switch is not happening quite as quickly as Google would like. As such, the company is trying to encourage more people to embrace passkeys and the added security benefits they offer. The drive is part of October being Cybersecurity Awareness Month in which various big names from the world of technology are taking steps to help people take their security more seriously.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Microsoft is slashing free OneDrive storage for Microsoft 365 subscribers

Microsoft 365 subscribers are set to lose terabytes of free online storage space. Microsoft has quietly announced a reduction in the amount of OneDrive storage included with various subscriptions, and users are not happy about it. While subscribers to Microsoft 365 Family or Premium plans were eligible for 1TB of storage for up to six users, the new arrangement only provides 2TB of storage to share between all plan members. There is also a hefty reduction in free storage space for Pro plan subscribers.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 10, 2026 at 5:45 AM

Anthropic Says Its A.I. Agents Attempted to Access a Range of Government Sites

The company said rogue A.I. agents acted on their own as they tried to access federal, state and local sites. The Philadelphia Police Department said its site was one of them.

NYT > Technology • Kate CongerOctober 9, 2026 at 11:19 PM

Microsoft sets 2027 Windows Update certificate deadlines for outdated PCs

Microsoft says PCs on unsupported versions, or supported ones missing patches, will lose Windows Update access when certificates expire in May and June 2027.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 9, 2026 at 8:39 PM

OpenAI defends firing three researchers as trio disputes the reason

OpenAI says three safety researchers it fired last week broke rules on sensitive information. The trio says they lost their jobs for putting AI safety first.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 9, 2026 at 8:32 PM

Anthropic’s OSS Scanner sends free Mythos reports with no human review

Anthropic’s opt-in OSS Scanner gives eligible open-source projects free, recurring Claude Mythos vulnerability scans, with reports emailed without human review.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 9, 2026 at 8:28 PM

Airlines Are Upgrading Wi-Fi. Not All Are Using Elon Musk’s Service

Mr. Musk, whose company SpaceX owns Starlink, has attacked the top executive of Delta Air Lines for not selecting the internet provider.

NYT > Technology • Niraj ChokshiOctober 9, 2026 at 1:28 PM

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max review: the best Apple flagship phone – for a few weeks at least

Variable aperture and a smarter Dynamic Island make Apple’s biggest iPhone better, if not exactly new. Just don’t ignore the Duo-shaped elephant in the room

Stuff • Craig GrannellOctober 9, 2026 at 11:49 AM

Anthropic’s Quest to Give A.I. Morals

“For Anthropic, it was part research and part evangelism.”

NYT > Technology • Max Read, Whitney Jones, Vjeran Pavic, Alyssa Moxley, Dan Powell, Chris WooOctober 9, 2026 at 11:01 AM

This new cheap toothbrush proves you don’t need the $500 Dyson CameraJet for a great clean

Suri’s new Core 1.0 strips the electric toothbrush back to the essentials, adds a pressure sensor and a battery that lasts surprisingly long

Stuff • Spencer HartOctober 9, 2026 at 10:18 AM

Inside Mark Zuckerberg’s Decision to Pull the Trigger on Meta’s A.I. Agent

Meta had delayed releasing Muse, its A.I. agent app, for months over safety concerns. Then new competition forced Mr. Zuckerberg’s hand.

NYT > Technology • Eli TanOctober 9, 2026 at 9:03 AM

In Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’, the Answer to the Trillionaire’s Power Is Unsatisfying

Alex Gibney’s nearly four-hour documentary is deeply researched. But because the mogul has long been in the spotlight, little is new.

NYT > Technology • Alissa WilkinsonOctober 9, 2026 at 9:03 AM

What to Know About the Facebook Whistle-Blowing Case Depicted in ‘The Social Reckoning’

Aaron Sorkin’s sort-of sequel to the 2010 “Social Network” dramatizes a whistle-blowing case at Facebook. Here’s what to know.

NYT > Technology • Sarah BahrOctober 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM

Google Chrome now supports JPEG XL images and animations for improved efficiency

Google has announced that as of version 155, its Chrome web browser now officially supports the JPEG XL format. The key benefit of this newly added support is that the JPEG XL image format can provide up to 50 percent better compressions than the JPEG format. On top of this, JPEG XL can be used for animations, and there is lossless JPEG transcoding to allow for the easy reuse of existing images.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 9, 2026 at 8:16 AM

White House targets Stanford, Caltech and tech giants in visa crackdown

The White House is expanding its campaign against international workers, targeting elite study and work visa holders with restrictions and a new investigation.

Technology and the Internet • Nilesh Christopher, Jaweed Kaleem, Ana CeballosOctober 8, 2026 at 10:36 PM

Clinical Trial Indicates A.I. Chatbots Could Aid Urgent Care

Nearly 100 patients discussed their maladies with a Google bot, called AMIE, before meeting with physicians.

NYT > Technology • Cade MetzOctober 8, 2026 at 10:30 PM

Before Computer Science Became a Boys’ Club, Margaret Hamilton Wrote the Code

The woman who helped put astronauts on the moon was a software engineer when the field was not prestigious or lucrative.

NYT > Technology • Carolyn Y. Johnson and Kenneth ChangOctober 8, 2026 at 3:50 PM

Amazon Alexa Tablets are mid-range Android tablets with the Google Play Store & Amazon apps and services

Amazon launched its first Kindle Fire tablet in 2011, and the lineup has changed many times over the years. The company dropped Kindle from the name and sold them as Fire tablets, tried its hand at premium models, and largely settled on the idea of cheap tablets running a fork of Android called Fire OS. […] The post Amazon Alexa Tablets are mid-range Android tablets with the Google Play Store & Amazon apps and services appeared first on Liliputing.

Liliputing • Brad LinderOctober 8, 2026 at 2:40 PM

Mistral opens trillion-parameter Large 4 preview, weights due in October

Mistral AI launched a public preview of Large 4, a 1-trillion-parameter multimodal model, with open weights due by the end of October and API pricing posted.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 8, 2026 at 1:54 PM

Microsoft Teams will soon support third-party deepfake protection

Microsoft will soon boost the security of Teams meetings by introducing support for third-party deepfake protections. The move is part of a drive to help to keep users safe from the problem of AI-generated audio and video in meetings. By allowing the use of third-party solutions, Microsoft is helping to widen the choices available to users and reducing pressure on its own development teams. Microsoft’s plans for Teams have been revealed in an entry on the Microsoft 365 roadmap.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 8, 2026 at 1:53 PM

Steam beta now runs non-Steam Windows games on Linux through Proton

Valve's Oct. 7 Steam client beta runs Windows programs added as non-Steam games on Linux through Proton by default and fixes two Browse and Stop button bugs.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 8, 2026 at 1:48 PM

Chrome cuts off unauthorized Google certificates after registry hijacks

Hackers hijacked the .gh, .sl and .as registries to obtain HTTPS certificates for Google domains. Chrome blocked them, and Google urged owners to watch CT logs.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 8, 2026 at 1:27 PM

Microsoft brings local AI agents to Windows and a $2,599 Surface laptop

Microsoft showed Copilot working on local files and models at its Oct. 7 Windows event and priced the new Surface Laptop Ultra from $2,599, shipping Oct. 16.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 8, 2026 at 1:22 PM

Canal+ and MPA urge EU to list MovieBox as downloads hit 307.6 million

MovieBox has 307.6 million Palm Store downloads as the MPA and Canal+ flag the pirate app to the EU. Canal+ also links it to Chinese phone maker Transsion.

BetaNews • Callum FairhurstOctober 8, 2026 at 1:18 PM

GPT-6 brings interactive Intelligent UI answers to free ChatGPT users

OpenAI's GPT-6 rollout adds Intelligent UI, so ChatGPT can answer with charts, interactive diagrams and small tools. Free and Go users get access from Oct. 8.

BetaNews • Camila NogueiraOctober 8, 2026 at 12:26 PM

10 Best Linux Distros in 2026, Ranked for Every User

Compare the best Linux distros in 2026 for beginners, developers, and power users: real rankings on speed, support, and ease of use.

BetaNews • Marcus PruittOctober 8, 2026 at 11:18 AM

Pexar VivKeep Pro 12.5in vs Nixplay Classic 10.1in HD Touch Screen: Which affordable digital photo frame should you buy?

Both great value touchscreen frames will show off best memories, but which is best?

Stuff • Rachael SharpeOctober 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Microsoft is working to make it easier for developers to publish XBOX games

Publishing games to the XBOX platform has been a source of frustration for developers for quite some time, and Microsoft is finally listening to feedback and is ready to do something about it. The company says that it will be taking steps to help reduce “unnecessary friction” and simplifying the overall publishing process. While details remain thin on the ground at the moment, Microsoft’s public acknowledgement that more needs to be done – and the promise that something will be done – will come as good news for game developers and gamers alike.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 8, 2026 at 10:57 AM

At the epicenter of AI, San Francisco Bay residents take on the technology

In the epicenter of the technology industry, people have conflicting views about whether AI is going to do more harm than good.

Technology and the Internet • Queenie WongOctober 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Man vs. ‘Terminator’-Like Robot in a Cage. California Called It Illegal

A tech start-up’s stunt in San Francisco tested the boundaries of combat sport safety and regulations.

NYT > Technology • Adeel HassanOctober 8, 2026 at 9:03 AM

A.I. Music Fraudster Who Drew Millions in Royalties Is Sentenced to 18 Months

Prosecutors say Michael Smith flooded music-streaming platforms with bots that repeatedly streamed his A.I.-generated music, earning him as much as $8 million.

NYT > Technology • Derrick Bryson TaylorOctober 8, 2026 at 2:05 AM

OpenAI publishes 722 AI-generated math discoveries in major scientific milestone

OpenAI Group PBC has published 722 math papers that it generated using an unreleased artificial intelligence model. Some of the papers, which were posted to GitHub late Tuesday, prove long-running hypotheses. Others disapprove proposed explanations of mathematical phenomena or narrow down the possible answers to complex, yet-unsolved puzzles. Overall, OpenAI’s papers span about 20 mathematical […] The post OpenAI publishes 722 AI-generated math discoveries in major scientific milestone appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Maria DeutscherOctober 7, 2026 at 8:37 PM

What does Amazon know about you? The answer is buried in your account info

We all know companies profile us. But understanding that abstractly is one thing. Reading the words “has flat buttocks” in your Amazon account is very much another.

PCWorld • Alaina YeeOctober 7, 2026 at 8:35 PM

Cisco broadens agentic features in Webex collaboration platform

Cisco Systems Inc. today detailed a broad expansion of its Webex collaboration portfolio that brings artificial intelligence agents into team conversations, connects office technology with workplace management and enables customer-service agents to continue working after an interaction ends. Introduced at WebexOne in Austin, Texas, the updates extend Cisco’s strategy of integrating people, AI agents and […] The post Cisco broadens agentic features in Webex collaboration platform appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Paul GillinOctober 7, 2026 at 8:34 PM

Aston Martin puts back-end AI to work - SiliconANGLE

Aston Martin puts back-end AI to work in operations while keeping agents off its website to preserve a personalized customer experience.

SiliconANGLE • Jonathan AnthonyOctober 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM

Deep clean your PC in seconds with cordless duster deals from $19

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 is the perfect time to pick up an air blower to clean grime and dust from your PC fans, keyboard keys, and more.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Zhiye LiuOctober 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM

We found some great October Prime Day deals under $50

Getting in on the Prime Day action doesn’t have to result in an empty wallet. Just as we found a couple handfuls of goodies that are under $25, there are plenty of deals during Amazon’s October sale that are $50 or less, many of which offer a lot of practical value. Everything from chargers to coffee makers are discounted until 3 AM ET on October 8th, 2026, so you only have a few hours to take advantage of some of these deals.

The Verge • Brad BourqueOctober 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM

Apple’s forgotten iPhone gets a massive discount and this is the absolute best time to buy

The iPhone Air is $260 off in the United States at Best Buy. All models, all colours.

Stuff • Chris SmithOctober 7, 2026 at 8:21 PM

The Surface Laptop Ultra is an AI monster with a laptop problem

Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Ultra is powered by a Mediatek CPU and Nvidia’s powerful RTX Spark SoC, which is mainly designed to run local AI models on the user’s lap. Five competing laptops—from Dell, HP, MSI and more—will offer additional options.

PCWorld • Mark HachmanOctober 7, 2026 at 8:15 PM

Save 40% on Hoto’s cordless rotary toolkit, now just $29.99 — great for 3D printing and other DIY tasks

Hoto (short for Home Tools) makes some of the most aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly tools for everyday home improvement, DIY projects, and casual tasks. One of the many interesting offerings from the modern hardware and lifestyle brand is the Hoto Cordless Rotary Toolkit, a lightweight, pen-style multipurpose tool that can be used for various intricate projects. Originally priced at $49.99, it is currently on sale on Amazon for $29.99, saving you $20.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Kunal KhullarOctober 7, 2026 at 8:10 PM

Arista takes Ethernet into the rack, and the network becomes the backplane

Since its founding in 2004, it’s arguable that no network vendor has made better switches than Arista Networks Inc. That was true then and remains true, as its prowess in this area helped it ride the cloud boom and the artificial intelligence wave. That model is changing as AI scales. Today, ahead of next week’s […] The post Arista takes Ethernet into the rack, and the network becomes the backplane appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Zeus KerravalaOctober 7, 2026 at 8:02 PM

Our favorite budget gaming chair just hit an all-time low of $189

Finding a budget gaming chair that checks all the right boxes is rare. Our top recommendation, the Razer Iskur V2 X, is now available at a record-low price of $189.51, an $110.48 discount off its usual price.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Zhiye LiuOctober 7, 2026 at 7:50 PM

Midwest Wheel builds toward AI agents that fix problems

Agentic AI governance shapes how Midwest Wheel Companies hands work to AI agents, with humans checking cash tasks and data.

SiliconANGLE • Sloane Kali FayeOctober 7, 2026 at 7:46 PM

Why A.I. Agents Are Going Rogue

Our journalists Sheera Frenkel and Dylan Freedman break down what A.I. agents are, how they differ from chatbots and why A.I. companies are worried about them now.

NYT > Technology • Sheera Frenkel, Dylan Freedman, Coleman Lowndes, James Surdam and Estelle COctober 7, 2026 at 7:44 PM

Some of the best PC speakers and soundbars we've tested are on sale starting at just $27.99

Some of the best PC speakers we've tested are on sale as part of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, including options from Edifier, Creative, and Onkyo.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Jake RoachOctober 7, 2026 at 7:27 PM

Roku’s OLED TVs are up to $400 off during Prime Day, starting at $700

Just over a week ago, we covered a deal at Amazon that knocked around 30 percent off Roku’s new (and first-ever) OLED TVs. The deal expired, but has returned for the final day of October Prime Day.

The Verge • Cameron FaulknerOctober 7, 2026 at 7:27 PM

ChatGPT’s ‘Intelligent UI’ update fills its responses with pictures, charts, and buttons

OpenAI is launching a new Intelligent UI feature in ChatGPT that allows the chatbot to answer your questions with interactive visuals. The update, which is rolling out to all users alongside GPT-6, gives ChatGPT the ability to combine a text response with diagrams, charts, forms, tappable buttons, and more.

The Verge • Emma RothOctober 7, 2026 at 7:10 PM

The first Nvidia RTX Spark laptops cost up to $7,000

The first array of laptops powered by Nvidia's new RTX Spark chip are designed to compete with high-end MacBook Pros - and they've got some high-end prices to match. The flagship Surface Laptop Ultra and RTX Spark laptops from Dell, Lenovo, MSI, HP, and

The Verge • Antonio G. Di BenedettoOctober 7, 2026 at 7:05 PM

PC upgrades are brutally expensive. These 8 Prime Day accessories aren’t

Being a PC gamer in 2026 makes me want to self-medicate. Upgrading your PC hardware or looking for a new laptop is an exercise in self-punishment, as RAM and storage push prices beyond the breaking point. That being the case, if you’re trying to upgrade on Amazon Prime Day, it’s time to look to everything else on your desk.

PCWorld • Michael CriderOctober 7, 2026 at 7:04 PM

Microsoft is introducing a new Windows Search experience with Copilot built in

At its Surface announcement event today, Microsoft not only revealed the latest addition to its range of Surface devices, but also gave a preview of a revamped Windows Search experience. The new approach sees Microsoft essentially transforming Windows Search into a chatbot, so users can type natural language prompts to perform searches and jump to Windows settings. With Copilot built in, it is also possible to access Microsoft’s AI tools without having to launch the dedicated Copilot app separately.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM

It appears .agent and .agi are about to be the hot new domains

For the first time in years, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers - better known as ICANN - is accepting applications for new top-level domains. These are the suffixes at the end of all URLs, and you may know them as things like .com, .org, and .pizza.

The Verge • David PierceOctober 7, 2026 at 6:46 PM

PCs with NVIDIA RTX Spark ship this month, Asus unveils the NUC 14 Essential Fanless mini PC, and Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S12 series : Liliputing News Roundup

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra goes up for pre-order today for $2599 and up and ships Oct 16 • The Microsoft Surface RTX Spark Dev Box mini PC with NVIDIA RTX Spark starts at $5999, but it ships standard with a 20-core RTX Spark N1X chip with a 6144-core Blackwell RTX GPU and 128GB unified LPDDR5x memory.

Liliputing • Brad LinderOctober 7, 2026 at 6:45 PM

Everything announced at Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Ultra event

Microsoft just wrapped up a big Windows and Surface-focused keynote in San Francisco. The biggest announcement was arguably the release details about the Surface Laptop Ultra, its new laptop that’s powered by Nvidia’s RTX Spark Arm-based chip. The machine will start at $2,599 for a configuration with an 8-core CPU, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, and it will be released on October 16th. The laptop also has built-in magnetic USB-C charging instead of the proprietary Surface Connect magnetic charging port.

The Verge • Jay PetersOctober 7, 2026 at 6:42 PM

Amazon Knows You Have a Goldfish Named Ziggy, Even if You Don’t

Flat buttocks? Own a snail? Here’s how to find out what Amazon’s About You page knows — or thinks it knows — about you as a person.

CNET • Gael CooperOctober 7, 2026 at 6:33 PM

Google launches Playground as an experimental AI-driven game creation platform

Google has launched a new Labs experiment called Playground which gives you the chance to create your own games using AI prompts. The no-code game creation platform will ultimately integrate with Unity Spark to make it possible to take things even further. For now, if you are 18 or over and living in the US, Google Playground lets you use conversational descriptions to create fun games that can be shared with others. Or, as Google puts it: “If you can think it, you can play it”.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Customer service shifts toward agentic AI - SiliconANGLE

Customer service teams are using agentic AI to improve resolutions, preserve context and balance automation with human support.

SiliconANGLE • Manny VeigaOctober 7, 2026 at 6:26 PM

Infor uses industry-specific AI to address agent hallucinations

Infor builds industry-specific AI agents around business processes, using micro-vertical configuration, guardrails and human approval for key decisions.

SiliconANGLE • Sloane Kali FayeOctober 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM

Microsoft Surface Laptop to Start at $2599

At its 10-7 Windows event today, Microsoft expanded on how it will bring AI agents to Windows 11. But all eyes were on Surface Laptop Ultra.

Thurrott.com • Paul ThurrottOctober 7, 2026 at 6:17 PM

Nice, Samsung’s speedy T9 portable SSD is $115 off for Prime Day

I’ve been hoping for SSD prices to drop at least a little during holiday sales—and thankfully, Amazon delivered by slashing the price of the Samsung T9, one of our favorite portable SSDs, down to just $335 for the 2TB model. That’s an all-time low since February, when the prices of SSDs began skyrocketing. Normally, this fast, rugged portable SSD has gone for around $450 on the street, with discounts both small and rare.

PCWorld • Alaina YeeOctober 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM

Microsoft and Nvidia launch Surface Laptop Ultra with RTX Spark

Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra is now available for pre-order. The company revealed some new Windows 11 features, a new magnetic USB Type-C port, and that the system will work with "hundreds" of video games.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Andrew E. FreedmanOctober 7, 2026 at 6:07 PM

Our Coffee Guru Loved This New Compostible Pod Brewer. It’s Down to $58 for Prime Day

The Tabli launched in August and drew a rave review from CNET’s resident coffee expert.

CNET • David WatskyOctober 7, 2026 at 6:01 PM

Microsoft is giving Copilot more control over Windows and your files

At today's Windows and Surface event, Microsoft showed off an upgrade to its Copilot AI system that will give it access to local files on your PC and the ability to take actions across the OS. It's part of an idea Microsoft is calling "Hybrid Intelligence," where apps and tools rely on a mix of local and cloud AI models to accomplish tasks efficiently.

The Verge • Jay PetersOctober 7, 2026 at 6:01 PM

How Microsoft built its MacBook Pro competitor

Before Microsoft releases a laptop to the public, it needs to put the device through its paces. That all happens inside a windowless, warehouse-like lab on the company's Redmond, Washington, campus, where the team developing Surface devices programs robots to press their buttons thousands of times, pelts devices with radio waves from giant antennas, and builds contraptions that drop objects from increasingly daring heights to see whether the products can hold up.

The Verge • Tom WarrenOctober 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Meta Quest 3S gets a rare discount during October Prime Day

Until the end of Amazon’s October sale later tonight, you can grab the 128GB Meta Quest 3S for just $297.49 (usually $349.99) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. While the lenses and displays aren’t quite as sharp as the Quest 3, the underlying chipset is the same, and this is a much more reasonable price for casual VR gaming and movies. In other words, it’s a big upgrade over

The Verge • Brad BourqueOctober 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM

What The Social Reckoning gets right — and wrong

Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning has its fair share of cinematic flair, but many details in the story hew closely to real life. The movie tells the story of how Frances Haugen, a Facebook civic integrity product manager, came to leak a large trove of internal documents to Wall Street Journal investigative reporter Jeff Horwitz, in what would later become a 2021 series called "The Facebook Files." In both real life and in the film, Haugen's leaks lead her to testify as a congressional whistleblower.

The Verge • Lauren FeinerOctober 7, 2026 at 5:53 PM

Best Amazon Prime Day 3D printer deals 2026

We’ve got our sights set on Amazon's Prime Day sales, and the bargains for some of the best 3D printers are hot!

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Denise BertacchiOctober 7, 2026 at 5:50 PM

The Surface Laptop Ultra finally has a release date — and a starting price of $2,599

Months after revealing its Surface Laptop Ultra, Microsoft has announced that the Nvidia RTX Spark-equipped device will launch on October 16th. Pricing starts at $2,599 for the base configuration, featuring an 18-core CPU, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage.

The VergeOctober 7, 2026 at 5:48 PM

Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is available for preorder for $5,999

Microsoft's Nvidia-powered Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is available for preorder now directly, and slated to ship in November for just about $6,000. It's pricier than the DGX Spark mini PC Nvidia launched last year, but PC prices have been climbing due to shortages of RAM and other components.

The Verge • Stevie BonifieldOctober 7, 2026 at 5:46 PM

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Ultra has built-in magnetic USB-C charging

Microsoft has created a magnetic charging solution for its Surface Laptop Ultra that uses USB-C. After scrapping its proprietary Surface Connect magnetic charging on its smaller Surface devices last year, the Surface Laptop Ultra has a charging cable that attaches magnetically to the right-side USB-C port.

The Verge • Tom WarrenOctober 7, 2026 at 5:44 PM

I tested Google’s new SynthID detector on AI slop. There’s a big catch

Aw, have you seen that viral video of the little puppy nuzzling with a baby? It’s absolutely adorable — so adorable that it’s probably AI, although not even Reddit seems to know for sure.

PCWorld • Ben PattersonOctober 7, 2026 at 5:40 PM

30% discounts on essential 3D printer maintenance tools

3D printers always need a little maintenance, and with these great tools, you’ll be producing great prints all day long.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Stewart BendleOctober 7, 2026 at 5:14 PM

The scariest thing about gray-market peptides is how little we know

This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here.

The Verge • Victoria SongOctober 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM

The Apple Watch Series 12 is a good deal at $50 off

Several configurations of the Apple Watch Series 12 are $50 off for the first time for the remainder of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. This includes both sizes (42mm and 46mm) of the GPS + Wi-Fi watches, as well as their pricier 5G-ready counterparts. Normally $399, the 42mm Series 12 is currently set at $349.99 at Amazon and Target. It costs $100 more for the cellular model. The 46mm model starts at $50 more, costing $399.99 at Amazon and Target, while its 5G version is $499.99 during the sale. Apple Watch Series 12

The Verge • Cameron FaulknerOctober 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Process automation gets industry depth from Infor AI agents - SiliconANGLE

Infor combines industry expertise, AI agents and forward-deployed engineers to help customers implement process automation and prototype new use cases.

SiliconANGLE • Jonathan AnthonyOctober 7, 2026 at 4:52 PM

Google’s Next Android XR Device Is Arriving Ahead of Meta’s VR Glasses, at a Similar Price

The Xreal Aura will cost $1,279, and it has some similarities to the Meta VR Glasses coming next year.

CNET • Scott SteinOctober 7, 2026 at 4:45 PM

Here are the best OLED gaming monitor deals you can snag for Amazon Big Deal Days 2026

OLED gaming monitors are hot right now, and Prime Big Deal Days is an excellent time to be in the market.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Brandon HillOctober 7, 2026 at 4:40 PM

Windows and Surface live blog: On the ground at Microsoft’s event

We're in San Francisco today to hear what's next for Windows and Surface. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and Windows and Surface chief Pavan Davuluri will all be holding a "conversation on how local AI will shape the next chapter of the PC."

The VergeOctober 7, 2026 at 4:31 PM

Disney Plus will stream Super Bowl LXI

Next year's Super Bowl is headed to Disney Plus. On Wednesday, Disney announced that viewers will be able to tune in to Super Bowl LXI on its streaming service when the game kicks off on February 14th, 2027.

The Verge • Emma RothOctober 7, 2026 at 4:29 PM

Report: Apple is Working With LG on New Smart Home Accessories

Apple has reportedly partnered with LG to develop a new line of smart home accessories that will work with the company’s upcoming smart home hub.

Thurrott.com • Laurent GiretOctober 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM

New Linux tech compresses memory in RAM, as RAM, for 452x speedup

The new method allows access using standard memory semantics instead of as a block device, drastically improving performance.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Zak KillianOctober 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM

A free mod for Titanfall 2 makes it one of the best VR games ever

Titanfall has a special place in my heart. I've never felt such a rush in gaming since - leaping into the air with a jump pack, running on walls, summoning a giant mechanized battle suit that falls like a meteor from the sky, then letting one of its giant hands stuff me into the cockpit for a supersized skirmish.

The Verge • Sean HollisterOctober 7, 2026 at 4:15 PM

Doxxing Jane Doe

Who is Jane Doe? Online vigilantes have tried to expose the Cornell University student who filed a lawsuit accusing seven fraternity members of gang rape, and in so doing have invited a torrent of abuse on several other women. Her lawyers say three women have been falsely identified and harassed - and the real Jane Doe is being inundated with threats, too. "She's not doing well," her attorney Thomas Guiffra told CNN on Sunday. "She's under siege on social media, where people are trying to identify her."

The Verge • Gaby Del ValleOctober 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM

Upgrade to Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 with these stellar savings

Amazon has some fantastic deals on TP-Link wireless routers, and expect even bigger savings if you're an Amazon Prime Rewards VISA cardholder.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Brandon HillOctober 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Xreal’s most affordable display glasses are $50 off

Xreal launched its xbx A01 Plus display glasses over the summer for $299, and they’re a decent value. The design and fit are more or less on-par with the company’s pricier 1S that are $399, though they don’t have my favorite feature: built-in three degrees of freedom to let you lock the virtual screen in place. Despite the omission, they’re a more tempting gadget at their current $254 price at Amazon and via Xreal during October Prime Day. Xreal xbx A01 Plus Where to Buy: $299.99 $254 at Amazon

The Verge • Cameron FaulknerOctober 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

ChatGPT is getting college planning tools

OpenAI is bringing new tools to ChatGPT for Teens, a mode for teens introduced in August with safeguards and break reminders, to help users with the college application process.

The Verge • Jay PetersOctober 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

I’ve tested a ton of USB-C hubs, and these are the best

The best USB-C hubs add ports to your PC, providing connections to legacy peripherals like mice, keyboards, printers, or more. If you follow my advice, you shouldn’t pay that much for a hub, either.

PCWorld • Mark HachmanOctober 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Still on Windows 11 24H2? You have one week to upgrade

If you’re still on Windows 11 24H2, time is running out. Microsoft is ending support for that version of Windows this month, so you’ll need to upgrade to either 25H2 or (ideally) 26H2 as soon as possible. If you don’t, you’ll put your system at increasing risk over time.

PCWorld • Hans-Christian DirscherlOctober 7, 2026 at 3:59 PM

This $7.99 TP-Link gigabit switch lets you cheaply upgrade your home network, and it's back at its lowest ever price

Upgrade your local network with this $7.99 TP-Link gigabit Ethernet switch with five ports, back down to its lowest ever price.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Ben StocktonOctober 7, 2026 at 3:40 PM

Tech Nostalgia: Here We Go Again ⭐

One interesting theme that comes up again and again in the history of Windows is how often Microsoft tried to kill this product line.

Thurrott.com • Paul ThurrottOctober 7, 2026 at 3:38 PM

Muse launches on the iPad

After launching nearly a month ago and spending several weeks as the top free app in Apple's App Store, the latest update to Meta's Muse iOS app introduces native support for the iPad. A Mac version of Meta's agentic AI tool (designed to compete with OpenClaw, ChatGPT's Dots, and Grok Bot) was released about a week after the original mobile version debuted expanding its usefulness to desktop tasks like organizing files.

The Verge • Andrew LiszewskiOctober 7, 2026 at 3:37 PM

My favorite power bank with built-in charging cable is $33 for Prime Day

DEAL ENDS TODAY Anker Zolo 20,000mAh Power Bank View Deal It’s the last day of October Prime Day, which means it’s your last chance to take advantage of this discount on my favorite power bank.

PCWorld • Gabriela VatuOctober 7, 2026 at 3:20 PM

Musk rejects rumors of TSMC takeover of Terafab — Intel reaffirms 14A node deal as Musk floats cleanroom ‘sublease’

Lip-Bu Tan says Intel will remain a part of Elon Musk's Terafab project as Musk wants TSMC to sublease a part of the facility.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Anton ShilovOctober 7, 2026 at 3:20 PM

Last chance: 8 Amazon gadgets hit their lowest prices ever for Prime Day

October Prime Day ends today, which means this is your last opportunity to grab Amazon’s marked-down products, including Blink, Ring, Echo, Fire TV, and Eero devices. Not sure which ones are worth pulling the trigger on? I’ll guide you to the best discounts going on right now.

PCWorld • Joel LeeOctober 7, 2026 at 3:17 PM

Get a Wi-Fi 7 mesh network for a discounted $149.99 — TP-Link Deco 7 BE25 offers 5,012 Mbps speeds and coverage for 150 devices

TP-Link’s Deco 7 BE25 combines Wi-Fi 7 speeds, wide coverage, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and support for 150-plus devices in a mesh system that now costs considerably less.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Kunal KhullarOctober 7, 2026 at 3:10 PM

Researcher ports Doom to $8,000 Hasselblad X2D

An independent camera researcher experimenting with the firmware for expensive camera brands like Hasselblad and Ricoh just built software that lets photographers play Doom directly on the X2D. This feature is part of the Hasselblad-X-System-CIM-Firmware-Research-Feature-Extensions repository on GitHub, which also experiments with capabilities that factory units don’t come with.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Jowi MoralesOctober 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Spotify is Making its Audiobooks Offering Available Globally

Spotify will make its library of over 350,000 audiobooks available in over 180 markets by the end of the year.

Thurrott.com • Laurent GiretOctober 7, 2026 at 2:50 PM

Google invests millions in Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to create a ‘virtual cell’

Google DeepMind, Meta, and AI drug discovery startup Isomorphic Labs are jointly investing $300 million into Biohub, the nonprofit biomedical research organization founded by Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, as reported by Reuters. The funding is part of a $1.8 billion initiative to build AI datasets that could allow researchers to "ask, predict, and answer biological questions digitally," helping find new ways to prevent and manage diseases.

The Verge • Emma RothOctober 7, 2026 at 2:40 PM

Alienware’s gorgeous 280Hz ultrawide OLED is 21% off for Prime Day

$170 off Alienware 34-inch OLED gaming monitor $630 SEE DEAL There’s a sweet spot I look for when I want to have some fun, a little bigger than standard without b

PCWorld • Michael CriderOctober 7, 2026 at 2:38 PM

Why I upgraded to a 4K OLED PC gaming monitor

4K 240Hz OLED monitors now cost under $700. I upgraded from a 1440p IPS and can't go back. Here's why I switched, who should upgrade, and who should wait.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Joe ShieldsOctober 7, 2026 at 2:38 PM

Samsung’s ultra-light Galaxy Book6 is $250 off for Prime Day

Looking for a lightweight Windows laptop that doesn’t cut too many corners? Then take a look at this Samsung Galaxy Book6 deal on Amazon. It’s a 14-inch laptop that weighs just 2.98 pounds. It’s also packing a current generation Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor. And right now, it’s $999.99 for Prime Day, down from $1,249.99.

PCWorld • Ashley BiancuzzoOctober 7, 2026 at 2:34 PM

New leaks provide our first look at Apple and LG’s smart home devices

Following a report from Bloomberg yesterday that Apple is collaborating with LG for a new collection of smart home devices and accessories, a reliable leaker known as "pdfu" on X has revealed more details about several of the new products, including a thermostat with a "Far Sight Display" that sounds similar to what

The Verge • Andrew LiszewskiOctober 7, 2026 at 2:34 PM

GM Is Promising Hybrids Again, So Why Does It Rub Me the Wrong Way?

The automaker has reaffirmed its hybrid plans just as its EV lineup finds its footing. A history of killing promising tech has me worried.

CNET • Antuan GoodwinOctober 7, 2026 at 2:32 PM

Tech Nostalgia: You Can Simulate Windows 98 in a Web Browser

If you pine for the days of yesteryear, a new free Windows 98 simulator that runs in a web browser tab may be just the thing.

Thurrott.com • Paul ThurrottOctober 7, 2026 at 2:22 PM

Seagate and Toshiba battle for TDK's HDD head business, a critical hard drive component

Seagate Technology and Toshiba are reportedly competing to acquire TDK's hard disk drive magnetic head business in a transaction valued at several billion dollars, reports Bloomberg. For Seagate, the acquisition would expand the supply of HDD heads that it also produces internally, but for Toshiba, TDK is the only way for it to get magnetic heads for its hard drives. If Seagate buys TDK's HDD heads operation, then Toshiba's HDD business will depend on supply from Seagate.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Anton ShilovOctober 7, 2026 at 2:20 PM

Ring’s Debut Smart Lock Solves the Category’s Biggest Issue: Dead Battery Lockouts

Ring’s foray into smart locks brings a first-of-its-kind feature that solves one of the categories biggest pain points.

CNET • David WatskyOctober 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Kore.ai launches Autoloop to keep tuning enterprise AI agents after they go live

Enterprise artificial intelligence platform company Kore.ai Inc. today launched Autoloop, an optimization engine for the AI agents that customers build on its Kore.ai Agent Platform. Businesses set the targets, and Autoloop keeps adjusting the agents to hit them automatically, including after they’re deployed. Autoloop goes after the way most enterprises maintain agents today, fixing failures […] The post Kore.ai launches Autoloop to keep tuning enterprise AI agents after they go live appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Duncan RileyOctober 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Ring’s first smart lock can be charged by turning a dial when the battery unexpectedly dies

Amazon announced its first smart lock that eliminates the need for a physical backup key should its rechargeable battery die while you're away from home. While other smart locks lean on hidden USB ports or metal contacts for connecting a 9-volt battery to replenish a dead battery, the new Ring Smart Lock incorporates a more convenient charger right into its thumb-turn dial.

The Verge • Andrew LiszewskiOctober 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Is your laptop’s LAN too slow? Here’s how to get the most out of it

Nowadays, most modern laptops don’t have an Ethernet port. It’s a fairly large port, and with laptops getting thinner and thinner, there simply isn’t enough room for one. However, if you still wish to enjoy the benefits of a fast and stable LAN connection, you can always use an adapter or a docking station.

PCWorld • Thomas RauOctober 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM

My cats hate to see this great upright carpet cleaner coming

For a while, I swore by Bissell’s Little Green carpet cleaner. I liked the sub-$100 price, the fact that it was small enough to fit on a closet shelf, and that it does a good job of cleaning up little messes. However, after you clean enough spots around the place, eventually the entire carpet needs a cleaning because the cleaned spots appear in stark contrast. It looks bad!

The Verge • Cameron FaulknerOctober 7, 2026 at 1:55 PM

The best Switch 2 accessories on sale now

Upgrade your Nintendo Switch 2 with these essential accessories

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Stewart BendleOctober 7, 2026 at 1:41 PM

Amazon uses its tracking data to guess whether shoppers have a flat butt and no friends

Most people know that Amazon collects data about your shopping history to serve up personalized product recommendations. But what some of us didn't realize is that you can check exactly what Amazon knows - or thinks it knows - about you in your settings menu. One user's findings went viral on Threads after she discovered that Amazon assumed she "has flat buttocks" based on her purchases, resulting in a flood of other posts with users sharing the oddly specific information Amazon uses to describe them.

The Verge • Emma RothOctober 7, 2026 at 1:40 PM

Microsoft Reportedly Obtained Cloud Streaming Rights for GTA VI on Xbox Consoles

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma reportedly teased that Xbox has obtained game streaming rights for GTA VI on Xbox consoles.

Thurrott.com • Laurent GiretOctober 7, 2026 at 1:31 PM

These 15 under-$50 gadgets have upgraded my tech life, and they’re all on sale — some are even under $25

From M.2 cloners to screwdrivers, and travel-friendly tech accessories, these are affordable game-changers.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Matt SaffordOctober 7, 2026 at 1:20 PM

Windows and Surface event: how to watch and what to expect

Microsoft is heading to San Francisco this morning to reveal what's coming next for Windows and Surface and a "conversation on how local AI will shape the next chapter of the PC." That conversation will include Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and Windows and Surface chief Pavan Davuluri.

The Verge • Tom WarrenOctober 7, 2026 at 1:12 PM

The Social Reckoning is a tepid thriller that reminds us of how we got here

When David Fincher's The Social Network premiered in 2010, many people still thought of Mark Zuckerberg as a genius who had revolutionized the world by creating Facebook. Writer Aaron Sorkin's script was critical of Zuckerberg's character and his ruthless approach to doing business, but it also helped mythologize the co-founder at a time when the general public was much more enchanted by Silicon Valley. When Zuckerberg said in 2014 that he'd been hurt by the film's depiction of him, Fincher said he was "sorry that it did" and admitted that he "

The Verge • Charles Pulliam-MooreOctober 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Building a PC in 2026 is all about choosing your compromises

Anyone who wants or needs a new desktop computer has long had a choice to make: Buy a ready-built computer or build one yourself from individual components. The choice isn’t always that simple, and there are several factors that can make either option appealing. The price of a pre-built computer always includes, in one way or another, the cost of assembling it. If you build it yourself, you can spend all your money on getting the best possible components and pay for the assembly with your own time and by taking on the risk yourself.

PCWorld • Anders LundbergOctober 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Qualcomm will license patents behind Huawei’s LogicFolding chip architecture, report says

Qualcomm will license patents behind Huawei’s LogicFolding, according to one report, as a teardown shows off the Kirin 9050 Pro’s two dies.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Shane DowningOctober 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Florida sues TP-Link for ‘lying about the safety of its routers’

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier just announced that the state is suing TP-Link, claiming that the company has been “lying about the safety of its routers and its ties to the CCP.” Uthmeier posted a minute-and-a-half video clip on X, saying that TP-Link’s claims of having safe routers aren’t true.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Jowi MoralesOctober 7, 2026 at 12:40 PM

The Stunning Ceramic Apple Watch Series 12 Is Here, and It’s $49 Off on the Final Amazon Prime Day

The 46mm cellular model is just $900, but the clock is ticking.

CNET • Oliver HaslamOctober 7, 2026 at 12:39 PM

13 tech bargains for only $13 or less to upgrade your desktop PC setup

Enhance your desktop PC space with a new gadget.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Stewart BendleOctober 7, 2026 at 12:36 PM

Google’s Pixel Buds update will put them to sleep along with you

Google has detailed an update bringing a slew of new features to its Pixel Buds 2A and Pro 2, which the company says are rolling out now. The new features were first teased in August.

The Verge • Dominic PrestonOctober 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM

OneSpan Sign takes aim at the slow work around bank agreements

Authentication and digital agreements company OneSpan Inc. today unveiled new and planned features for its OneSpan Sign electronic signature service that go beyond the signing step. The update is aimed at the parts of the agreement process that slow down banks and other financial institutions. Electronic signing itself has become an expected part of digital […] The post OneSpan Sign takes aim at the slow work around bank agreements appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Duncan RileyOctober 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Stuut cashes in on agentic order-to-cash automation with $52.5M in funding

Artificial intelligence companies that can help even bigger companies to get paid are likely to make a fair bit of money themselves, if the example of Stuut Inc. is any indication. The company today said it has closed on a Series B funding round worth $52.5 million, bringing its total amount raised to $93 million […] The post Stuut cashes in on agentic order-to-cash automation with $52.5M in funding appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Mike WheatleyOctober 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM

KTC 27-inch 210Hz gaming and 15.6-inch portable monitors discounted up to 24 percent at Newegg

Currently, Newegg is offering solid discounts on four KTC monitors, ranging from a 15.6-inch portable monitor to a 27-inch 200 Hz QHD gaming monitor, with prices starting as low as $56.99 after the coupon.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Brandon HillOctober 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM

AI could upend food delivery

DoorDash, the leading food delivery app, processed 970 million orders in its second quarter this year and generated $4.5 billion in revenue. A 10-person startup called Bites is a blip in comparison: It has just around 300 restaurants signed up in the Bay Area, where it's operating as a pre-seed startup. But this summer, Bites caught DoorDash's attention.

The Verge • Mia SatoOctober 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Grab this beginner-friendly wireless soldering iron at a new record low price, now $52.99

This Fanttik T1 Max soldering iron is $52.99 right now, saving you 34% on the perfect iron for a beginner hobbyist.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Ben StocktonOctober 7, 2026 at 11:50 AM

AI agent fleet likely from Chinese firm Tencent pulled data from rival Alibaba’s maps, researchers say

Researchers say AI agents on Tencent Cloud used urlquery.net to pull entrance data from Alibaba’s Amap, with 1,810 scans in one day.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Shane DowningOctober 7, 2026 at 11:40 AM

The best October Prime Day deals from Apple, Sony, Google, and more

Day two of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event is here, and the sale will end at 3AM ET on Thursday, October 8th. While a few of the best deals from yesterday have already ended, many are still happening, with fresh discounts emerging to make the last day of the sale just as worthy of your attention.

The Verge • Cameron FaulknerOctober 7, 2026 at 11:26 AM

Samsung Wallet now unlocks some GM cars

Users of some Samsung devices in the US and Canada can now lock, unlock, and start select GM vehicles using a digital key stored in their Samsung Wallet.

The Verge • Thomas RickerOctober 7, 2026 at 11:25 AM

Seagate One Touch Portable review: The fastest 2.5-inch USB hard drive I’ve tested

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Low cost per TB compared to SSDs Type-C connectivity Good looking and very portable Cons Slow compared to SSDs and 3.5-inch HDDs Our Verdict If you’re looking for a more affordable alternative to USB SSDs, the One Touch Portable provides lots of capacity for a lot less money in a still relatively portable profile. It’s also the fastest of its ilk that I’ve tested. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined

PCWorld • Jon L. JacobiOctober 7, 2026 at 11:15 AM

This monster RTX 5090 Alienware gaming PC costs less than buying the GPU and CPU alone

Buy a PC once, then never think about it again.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Stephen WarwickOctober 7, 2026 at 11:10 AM

The remarkable $12 flashlight every PC builder wishes they bought sooner is now 40% off — Olight lights up the dark corners of any DIY project

Even the smallest, and sometimes the cheapest, tools can change your life, especially if you build a lot of PCs or often work in dark places. The Olight imini 2, a keychain-sized rechargeable flashlight that you can charge by plugging its built-in USB-A into any compatible port, could be the companion you did not know you needed. Right now, at 40% off, the Olight imini 2 is selling for $11.99, just $2 above its all-time low.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Zhiye LiuOctober 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Acer Googlebook 14 review: a classy 2-in-1 laptop with software that feels like a first attempt | Stuff

Sleek hardware elevates the Google laptop experience. For most people a Googlebook 14 will tick every box - but some will still find issues

Stuff • Tom Morgan-FreelanderOctober 7, 2026 at 10:57 AM

Relive the glory days of Windows 98 right in your browser

If the sight of a boxy, dull-beige desktop and a floppy disk drive gives you a weird little rush of nostalgia, then Desktop98 is about to blow your mind.

PCWorld • Sam SingletonOctober 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM

I bought this cheap $65 mechanical keyboard blind, and it ruined me for every other board I own

Aula's F75 Pro keyboard might not have the most recognizable brand name on its box, but it was $65 and available for same-day delivery. So I took a gamble and was pleasantly surprised by just how premium it felt — to the point that it's become my favorite keyboard, period.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Jeffrey KampmanOctober 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Jaguar’s first EV looks just like its divisive concept car

The Type 01, Jaguar's most important and divisive car in years, has arrived. The production follow-up to the polarising Type 00 concept, Jaguar says the electric, four-door grand tourer is its most powerful road car ever.

The Verge • Dominic PrestonOctober 7, 2026 at 10:03 AM

Geekom Fall tech week deals offer up to $730 on a new mini PC

Mini PC specialist Geekom has more than a dozen mini PCs on sale across its website and Amazon, shaving as much as $730 off the price.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Jake RoachOctober 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Dodgers, Angels receive surprising report cards from the Automated Ball-Strike system’s first season

MLB's Automated Ball-Strike challenge system produced an unlikely split in its first season: The Angels were adept while the Dodgers weren't.

Technology and the Internet • Steve HensonOctober 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Samsung 9100 Pro SSD gets another price cut, up to 51% off

Another huge price drop brings the Samsung 9100 Pro down even further, with the 1TB model now below $200, and the 4TB model dropping by nearly $400 since yesterday.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Ben StocktonOctober 7, 2026 at 9:15 AM

Why My Conversations with OpenAI’s ‘ChatGPT for Teens’ Made Me Very Worried

A new mode includes a study tool, but it still does a user’s homework. And a children’s safety nonprofit says the chatbot flunked its tests.

NYT > Technology • Brian X. ChenOctober 7, 2026 at 9:07 AM

ChatGPT for Teens is an ‘unacceptable risk,’ says Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that offers reviews of apps, services, and entertainment with a focus on youth safety, today said that OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens is an "unacceptable risk."

The Verge • Jay PetersOctober 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

ChatGPT’s teen safeguards failed to alert parents during suicide conversations, report finds

Common Sense Media says ChatGPT for Teens fails on parental alerts, crisis referrals and age checks, urging OpenAI to keep minors off the platform. OpenAI disputes the findings.

Technology and the Internet • Ella ChakarianOctober 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Corsair has slashed $103 off this 32GB Vengeance RAM — the cheapest kit on the market at this speed

Get Corsair Vengeance DDR5 for $410.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • Stephen WarwickOctober 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Get up to 32% off selected Shokz open ear headphones like the awesome OpenFit Air and OpenRun Pro 2

Shokz is offering significant savings across a range of its best-selling open-ear headphones during its sale

Stuff • Dan GrabhamOctober 7, 2026 at 8:43 AM

How to Keep Your PC Fast, Secure, and Running Like New with System Mechanic Ultimate Defense

Optimize and secure your PC With Just One App Improve PC Performance and Security Easily View Deal Keeping a modern PC safe, secure, and optimized can feel like a complex juggling act of different apps and services. Learning how they wo

PCWorld • No AuthorOctober 7, 2026 at 8:03 AM

A lifetime license for Microsoft’s latest IDE is only $30 right now

TL;DR: Visual Studio Professional 2026 is Microsoft’s full IDE, and a lifetime license is on sale for $30 through October 11.

PCWorld • DealPost TeamOctober 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Spotify is making audiobooks available globally

Audiobooks on Spotify are not a new idea, but it is something that has been limited to a relatively small number of countries. If you have been frustrated by living in a part of the world in which Spotify’s audiobook collection is not accessible, this is a situation that is about to change. The company, most famous for offering streaming music, has announced a massive expansion of the availability of audiobooks.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 7, 2026 at 7:35 AM

Meta is bringing a new Contacts tab to WhatsApp for Android

In a move that will make it easier to find people you are connected to and instigate a conversation with them, Meta is bringing a new Contacts tab to WhatsApp for Android. Having a dedicated Contacts section provides a number of benefits, one of which is an online indicator which makes it possible to see which of your contacts are available to chat right now. This is not a completely new idea for WhatsApp;

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 7, 2026 at 7:15 AM

Atlassian lays groundwork for humans and AI agents to work side by side

Atlassian Corp. today announced Agentic Multiplayer Protocol, a platform update designed to change how humans and artificial intelligence agents collaborate and get work done using shared context and tasks within the same digital space. At the unveiling at Team ‘26 Europe, Atlassian said it wants AI agents to function like employees and bring what it […] The post Atlassian lays groundwork for humans and AI agents to work side by side appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Kyt DotsonOctober 7, 2026 at 7:00 AM

How to use MapQuest on Android Auto

When it comes to using Android Auto for directions in your car, there are not many options available – but your choices have just grown thanks to the arrival of MapQuest. Currently available in beta, MapQuest is something of a blast from the past, being one of the earliest mapping services around. Having only very recently relaunched on iOS and Android, this stalwart of the mapping world is now available as an alternative to the like of Google Maps and Waze for your in-car navigation.

BetaNews • Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-WilsonOctober 7, 2026 at 6:51 AM

The De’Longhi Magnifica Evo Next has a huge 42% off and there are top deals on other machines too

Brew up 53% savings on De’Longhi’s bean-to-cup coffe machines with these Black Friday savings. The Magnifica S is my top pick.

Stuff • Connor JewissOctober 7, 2026 at 6:29 AM

Best Amazon Prime Day tech deals live

It's the final day of the Amazon Prime sale.

Latest from Tom's Hardware • The Editors of Tom's HardwareOctober 7, 2026 at 6:21 AM

Caterpillar and CoreWeave shorten the learning loop for physical AI

Caterpillar and CoreWeave are advancing physical AI for construction, using automated data labeling to shorten training feedback loops.

SiliconANGLE • Jonathan AnthonyOctober 7, 2026 at 2:13 AM

Google goes nuclear to power its AI data centers, committing to purchase 890 megawatts of energy from Constellation

Google LLC said today it’s entering into a long-term strategic energy collaboration with Constellation Energy Corp. to secure significant nuclear power resources for its sprawling ecosystem of artificial intelligence data centers. The 20-year power purchase agreement is being promoted as a “clean energy partnership,” and will enable Constellation to spend more than $4.3 billion on […] The post Google goes nuclear to power its AI data centers, committing to purchase 890 megawatts of energy from Constellation appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Mike WheatleyOctober 7, 2026 at 2:02 AM

Google Announces “Huge” Pixel Buds Update

Google will soon begin rolling out a big software update for Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a that adds several new features.

Thurrott.com • Paul ThurrottOctober 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM

Meta teams up with Bret Taylor’s Sierra Technologies on new standards for AI agent commerce

Meta Platforms Inc. is partnering with Walmart Inc., Stripe Inc. and the enterprise artificial intelligence firm Sierra Technologies Inc. on the creation of new standards that will define how autonomous AI agents interact with other businesses online. The new standard was introduced by Sierra co-founder Bret Tayler, the former co-Chief Executive Officer of Salesforce Inc., […] The post Meta teams up with Bret Taylor’s Sierra Technologies on new standards for AI agent commerce appeared first on SiliconANGLE.

SiliconANGLE • Mike WheatleyOctober 7, 2026 at 12:54 AM

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