OpenAI Agents Hacked Another Website
Wired / 10h
Plus: Tens of millions of US and Canadian drivers’ licenses go up for sale on the dark web, the US military finally tries to tackle the risk online ad data poses to troops, and more.
Weekly Review: September 05, 2026
One Mile at a Time / 3min
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far, and happy Labor Day to those in the United States. I can’t believe the end of what’s often thought of as the summer season is here, and we’re already heading into fall. I have a long haul trip coming up in about a week… speaking of which, I should probably figure out which airlines I’m going to fly! On the points & travel front, this week JetBlue p
You don’t need to code or spend money to improve KDE—here are 7 ways to help
How-To Geek / 22min
Open-source software is wonderful: it's free, diverse, and surprisingly accessible. You might feel that software development is a secret world of privilege and insider knowledge, but OSS has made great strides to overturn this misunderstanding.
publicdomainreview: Cat beating a drum: one of a motley crew of...
Music, Arts & Literature / 40min
publicdomainreview : Cat beating a drum: one of a motley crew of anthropomorphic animals to be found adorning the lower margins of a finely illuminated “book of hours” produced in late 13th-century England. More here: https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/music-in-the-margins-the-funeral-of-reynard-the-fox-13th-century
OpenAI Says It Wants to Create a Standard for Revealing AI Alignment Meltdowns
Gizmodo / 45min
In which case, we should expect more meltdowns.
The reasons rugged laptops are rarely bought by consumers
Engadget / 46min
There are plenty of durable, versatile rugged laptops on the market, but you'll rarely see one get pulled out at the coffee shop. Why?
How to track prices with Safari's Notify Me tool on iPhone, iPad and Mac
Engadget / 46min
Apple's Notify Me feature can update you every time a price drops or a product comes back in stock. Tell it what to do and it'll take care of the rest.
This new robot lawn mower comes with its own infrared hedgehog-spotter — and a handy approach to edge-trimming
Latest from TechRadar / 47min
The Anthbot R7 Series includes an 'EdgeEase' string trimmer Its mounted on an arm and comes with its own camera for safety There's also infrared animal detection Effective edge trimming has long been the bane of a lawnbot-maker's life. After all, what good is a robot mower if you then have to go in with a side-trimmer to clean up all the lawn edges afterwards? Anthbot's newest robo-mower — the R7
3 Home Assistant projects to repurpose old hardware this weekend (Sep 4-6)
How-To Geek / 50min
Tech prices are going through the roof, with the high cost of RAM affecting everything from Raspberry Pis to high-end gaming PCs. The good news is that with Home Assistant, it’s often possible to repurpose old tech so that you don’t need to buy anything new.
Hikers rescued after using Google Gemini for planning
TechCrunch / 1h
The sheriff’s office said the hikers “were advised by Gemini to bring far less food and water than their group required."
Your Plex server doesn't need 70TB: Why hoarding 4K remuxes is a massive storage trap
How-To Geek / 1h
I’ve been running a Plex server for a long time, which means I’ve made my fair share of amateur mistakes. Storage is probably one of the biggest things plaguing my Plex server, and I have definitely made all three of these mistakes at least once (if not multiple times).
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily:From Chatterbox, 1872. They’ve...
Music, Arts & Literature / 1h
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : From Chatterbox , 1872. They’ve had many lives and many ages: cats I’ve met in my time travels . Wondering about this post? Wait for the dissertation (TBA). For now: Weblog ◆ Books ◆ Videos ◆ Music ◆ Etsy
Japan Airlines Invests In Rival Korean Air, Expanded Partnership Coming
One Mile at a Time / 1h
Japan Airlines has just acquired a stake in Korean Air’s parent company, Hanjin KAL, and it’s expected to lead to an expanded strategic partnership. This is rather unusual on the surface, since Korean Air is in SkyTeam, and has a joint venture with Delta, while Japan Airlines is in oneworld, and has a joint venture with American. What’s really going on here, and is there an ulterior motive?! Japa
How one bold move from Intel wiped an entire company off the map
How-To Geek / 1h
These days, when you're buying an x86 CPU, you're buying Intel or AMD. (Probably AMD, actually, as even used Ryzen 5000 chips are a good deal right now .) That just wasn't the case in the mid-1990s, though. There used to be more players in the CPU market, and we had all the freedom of choice we could've ever asked for.
Ever wanted earbuds with a touchscreen case? Even if you haven’t, JBL's affordable Live Buds 4 are worth a look; think stellar sound and top features
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
JBL Live Buds 4 review Ever wondered what life would be like if your earbuds had a touchscreen case? OK, you probably haven’t, but stick with me here. The JBL Live Buds 4 are the new generation of the audio specialist’s in-ears that pair with a smart charging case, enabling you to adjust sound settings, adapt ANC, and more — all without having to download a companion app. They’re a standout model
‘Lanterns’ Writer on Creating John’s Divisive Family Life
Gizmodo / 1h
Vanessa Baden Kelly dishes on inspirations and reasoning behind John's new origin in the latest 'Lanterns' episode.
American Paid $300 For Marriott Employee Rates On Craigslist—Then Got Arrested In Singapore [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 2h
An American woman paid $300 on Craigslist for access to Marriott employee rates, falsely claimed to be an employee’s sister and wound up arrested in Singapore. Also: a Delta passenger gets the plane to himself after a long delay, and a United flight attendant helps an exhausted mother by caring for her baby.
The 4 best Paramount+ thrillers to watch this long weekend (September 4-7)
How-To Geek / 2h
With Labor Day landing on the 7th this year, this weekend comes with a bonus Monday with absolutely no obligation to do a dang thing with, other than watch movies. If you're like me, more often than not I lean towards a good thriller. And if you're a Paramount+ customer in the U.S., the streamer is no stranger to the dark and intense.
9 of the best earbuds and headphones in Amazon's Labor Day sale — AirPods Pro 3, Sony over-ears and more
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Huge online retailer Amazon and Labor Day Weekend are a match made in heaven when it comes to deals. And right now, you can score big savings on some of our top-rated earbuds and headphones this year, including (only the most popular earbuds in the world) AirPods Pro 3 for 20% off and, if it's cans you want, Sony's five-star WH-1000XM5 noise canceling over-ears at a huge 50% off! • See every Labo
Broeck Steadman ‘95
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
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OpenAI confirms ‘wiki incident,’ says it’s ‘working on a framework’ for more disclosure
TechCrunch / 2h
OpenAI acknowledged its role in a recently reported incident where AI agents took over a German wiki forum.
You're probably wasting these keys on your keyboard — here's how to remap them
Engadget / 2h
There are almost certainly keys on your keyboard that you never touch. Assign new functions to give them a job.
7 new 4K Blu-rays from August 2026 to add to your collection
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Welcome to my August 2026 Blu-ray Bounty, where I’ll be testing some of the latest 4K releases of the month. If you’re new to the Blu-ray Bounty , you can check out previous editions of these roundups by clicking the link above. This series is where I test the picture and audio quality of select new 4K discs from each month. I personally use 4K Blu-ray all the time when I’m testing the best TVs a
How to watch Argentina vs Australia 2nd Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for the rugby international
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Argentina vs Australia 2nd Test kick-off: Sat, Sep 5 at 5pm ET / 10pm BST FREE stream: RugbyPass TV (US) Streams: Stan Sport (AUS) / Sky Sports (UK) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save up to 75%) With three straight wins, Les Kiss' Australia tenure is off to the perfect start, and victory against Argentina in Mendoza would be another huge step forward. Across three previous multi-game series, t
I stopped using Claude to process sensitive files and switched to a local model instead
How-To Geek / 2h
Every time you upload a file to a cloud AI service, you trust that they'll be responsible stewards of that information. When you're talking about medical data, financial records, personal details about your life, or any other sensitive information, that is a big ask.
Two more news organizations sue OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement
Engadget / 3h
The Seattle Times and Newsday accused the two AI giants of using their content without permission.
Operation Bluebird loses bid to re-claim Twitter title
Mashable / 3h
What looked, on the surface, like a clear case of copyright infringement has taken a surprising turn in court, as a judge for the District Court of Delaware has ruled that, because X abandoned both the term "tweet" and the blue bird logo, both are now fair game. In deference to the judge's decision and to pre-empt any further potential legal action, Operation Bluebird has re-rebranded, transformi
Crypto Industry’s CLARITY Act Faces Major Setback
Gizmodo / 3h
The House is cutting its September schedule to just four voting days, leaving the crypto industry’s biggest remaining legislative priority with almost no time to clear Congress before the midterm elections.
What makes IMAX theaters different from normal ones?
Engadget / 3h
In the case of IMAX, bigger really is better.
I stopped texting my ETA while driving after discovering this Google Maps feature
How-To Geek / 3h
Most people know texting while driving is dangerous, but they do it anyway. There is so much peer pressure to be considerate of those waiting for you, but the law is pretty clear. Distracted driving is one of those crimes that makes a lot of sense when you see the numbers, but you want to be considerate. Luckily, Google has already thought this through.
Court Says Massachusetts Has to Say Where License Plate Readers Are, What They’re Recording
Gizmodo / 3h
It’s a win for groups demanding transparency on how agencies are surveilling people.
Chris Camillo Is Wrong About Cybercab – Here’s Why
Next Big Future / 3h
Chris Camillo — the investor who’s turned a small stake into as much as $100M — says Tesla’s robotaxi and Cybercab story is already priced into the stock. We go through the actual numbers on a whiteboard and show why we think he’s missing several layers. FSD subscription revenue today, the Hardware 4 legacy fleet ... Read more
Flying With A Baby: Lap Infant Vs. Buying A Seat, Which Is Better?
One Mile at a Time / 3h
No matter how experienced of an air traveler you are, becoming a parent will quickly make you feel like a newb on the travel front, as you’re thrust into a completely new world . We’ve now gone through this twice in the past several years (we have a one year old and four year old), and it sure has taught us a lot. If you’re traveling with a baby under two years old (meaning up until the day prior
nemfrog:“Egyptian saving the life of his cat.” Chatterbox....
Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
nemfrog : “Egyptian saving the life of his cat.” Chatterbox. 1885. Internet Archive
5 biggest iPhone 18 rumors rated — what to really expect at next week's Apple event
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
We’ve been hearing about the iPhone 18 series since even before the iPhone 17 landed, and if you include the foldable iPhone Ultra — which is said to finally be launching this year — then leaks and rumors have been circulating for literally years. So, there’s a lot to sift through, but the rumors below are among the biggest whispers we’ve heard about these upcoming phones. Beneath each rumor, we’
I discovered KDE’s hidden superpowers after installing these 3 open-source utilities
How-To Geek / 3h
If you've been in the Linux space for a while, you know just how customizable KDE Plasma can be. However, a lot of us only limit that customization to picking the theme or moving the panel. What surprises me is how many plug-in surfaces Plasma exposes that I barely even touched. On top of that, they sit right next to the Plasma features you probably use daily .
Clucky’s new alarm app wakes you up with a crowing rooster
TechCrunch / 3h
Clucky's new alarm app has an option where users are woken up to the sound of a rooster. They then complete a mission to turn it off.
The CDC Is Now Denying That Specific Children Died From Measles, in a Scandal Potentially Beyond Anything in Its History
Futurism / 3h
After health officials in Pennsylvania found that two young children died from measles, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is refusing to count their deaths as being caused by the deadly virus. “This week’s measles outbreaks update will not include the two measles-associated deaths reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health on Aug. 25,” the CDC posted on its website, in a high
Segway’s Newest Navimow Robomower Has an Edge-Trimming Trapdoor
Gizmodo / 4h
The Navimow H5 Pro's unique approach to edge trimming is aimed at keeping grass trimmed evenly, all the way to the edge.
Why it's important to regularly restart your router
Engadget / 4h
You might not think to restart your router as often as you reboot your laptop, but doing so is an easy step to help it perform at its best.
I started building automations I expected to fail and my smart home became far more reliable
How-To Geek / 4h
Home Assistant is incredibly powerful, but all that complexity means things can and do go wrong. I was tired of one of my most useful automations failing, so I decided to rewrite the automation with the expectation that it would fail. The result is that my smart home is now far more reliable.
Naughty Dog’s Doing More ‘The Last of Us,’ Just Not the Show
Gizmodo / 4h
However the HBO adaptation ends, Naughty Dog won't leave 'The Last of Us' behind anytime soon.
New Twitter rebrands to Tweet.app after court's double-edged ruling
Engadget / 4h
A federal court decided that "Twitter" was off-limits, but tweet and the bird logo were fair game.
Trump’s White House Website Published Some Video Games as a Low-Effort Provocation
Gizmodo / 4h
The "Flappy Bird" clone is decent.
Minnesota nudification law survives xAIs request for a legal injunction
Mashable / 4h
The District Court of Minnesota has rejected the efforts of Elon Musk's xAI to seek an injunction to suspend the law until a court could hear its constitutional challenge to the law itself, according to a report by Reuters . Judge Donovan W. Frank, in his Conclusion , argued that "xAI has not demonstrated irreparable harm and the balance of harms tips steeply in favor of the State." The bill Musk
Three Kool Katz
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
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Hikers Rescued After Using Google AI to Plan Disastrous Trip
Futurism / 4h
Three hikers who extensively used Google’s Gemini to plan their trip to the summit of Mount Shasta in California’s Cascade Range had to be rescued by Forest Service rangers when the chatbot’s advice went horribly awry. As the Chicago Tribune reports , the three young men from outside of Sacramento attempted to reach the potentially active stratovolcano’s 14,179-foot peak earlier this week late in
Installing an iOS public beta on your iPhone? Always do this first
Engadget / 4h
If you're interested in installing an iOS beta on your device, you need to protect your data first with an important step that's easy to forget.
Delta’s $17.34 Business Class Upgrade On A 15-Hour Flight Looked Like An Error—Then The Passenger Actually Flew It
View from the Wing / 4h
The passenger’s offer fell from $1,671 after several itinerary repricings, and Delta issued an upgrade document that survived through check-in. An expensive Premium Select fare combined with discounted Delta One inventory appears to have broken the pricing system.
Ultra-slim SSDs and RTX Spark laptops: How-To Geek's favorite tech of IFA 2026
How-To Geek / 4h
Another year, another IFA conference. How-To Geek is scouring the halls of Messe Berlin to uncover all the new innovative tech at IFA 2026. Through our search, we've managed to go hands-on with the slimmest portable SSD of all time, super-long-lasting hybrid batteries, the first batch of RTX Spark laptops, and more.
Seen a Samsung tablet lately? It's like buying a PC
How-To Geek / 4h
If you walk into a big box store and look at Samsung tablets, you may be surprised to see that they almost feel more like picking up a Microsoft Surface than an iPad. Samsung has quietly made enough changes to Android that the latest Galaxy Tab slates don't look all that different from the Windows laptops across the aisle.
Sunseeker's Robot Lawn Mowers Have 3D Mapping and a Robot Arm
How-To Geek / 4h
It's easy to think of robot lawn mowers as robotic vacuums for grass, but Sunseeker wants you to think of them as much, much more important than that. I had the opportunity to see the company's upcoming 2027 robomower lineup at IFA 2026, not to mention learn that CEO Terry Ma has grand ambitions beyond trimming your backyard.
The US Robot Ban Is Screwing Us Out of the Good Robomowers
Gizmodo / 4h
Robot mowers with dedicated edge-trimming arms now exist, and we may not see them stateside for quite some time.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for September 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you watch college football. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight, and each ne
NYT Pips hints, answers for September 5, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalog. Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you cove
Melatonin Use Linked to Massively Increased Risk of Heart Failure
Futurism / 5h
If you’re one of the many people chowing down on melatonin gummies to help get to sleep, you may want to check out this study. A new piece of research published by the American Heart Association made an alarming discovery about long-term use of melatonin supplements, an over-the-counter sleep aid used by tens of thousands . Basically, those who use melatonin over a year or more had a 90 percent h
Something Strange Just Happened With the World’s Largest Dark Matter Detector
Futurism / 5h
Dark matter, the invisible substance thought to make up around 85 percent of all mass in the universe, forms an essential part of the standard cosmological model, providing the gravitational glue that holds together entire galaxies. What it actually is, though — and even if it truly exists — remains one of the great mysteries of science. Now, a bizarre event that occurred nearly a mile undergroun
People Are Telling Their Darkest Thoughts to AI Without Realizing They Can Easily Become Public
Futurism / 5h
Talking to an AI chatbot can feel like confiding in a mirror, a private exchange equivalent to brainstorming in a Word document. Yet when it comes to the most popular AI chatbots, that mirror is really one-way glass — and you might be shocked to learn how many different people can watch from the other side. Since the rise of easily accessible AI chatbots, untold millions of people have happily fe
This tiny airline lets you skip TSA and fly between small airports for less
The Points Guy Articles / 5h
I had never before been to an airport where I could arrive 20 minutes before my flight, park for free, walk straight into the terminal and board a nine-seat plane without passing through the typical commercial airport security process. But that's exactly what happened when I flew SeaPort Airlines between Spokane, Washington, and Seattle this summer. What is SeaPort? "Please don't tell anyone abou
Tesla’s Cybercab has been deployed, and it’s already under investigation
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Tesla’s Cybercab, a distinctive two-seater without a steering wheel or brake pedals, is set to start picking up members of the public in two states. But the vehicle is already under investigation by the US federal government, which is probing whether it meets federal safety standards. The investigation comes just hours after the electric automaker welcomed hundreds of fans to downtown Austin to r
This tiny battery in your PC is dying, and you won't notice until it's too late
How-To Geek / 5h
Let's face it, you probably don't spend a whole lot of time thinking about your motherboard. Fair enough; neither do I. But did you know that there's a battery on it that can cause a whole lot of problems when it eventually dies?
How to safely dispose of your old TV
Engadget / 5h
A TV isn't something you can throw into the trash once you're done with it. Here's what you should take into consideration before getting rid of that old panel.
Your Roku TV offers AI slop for free (if you're into that sort of thing)
Engadget / 5h
Roku's new free programming gives AI creators a platform for their productions. Whether the public will embrace it remains to be seen,
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Music, Arts & Literature / 5h
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How to watch Ajax vs PSV: Live streams and TV channels for the Eredivisie 2026/27 game
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Watch Ajax vs PSV on ESPN Select (US) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%) Ajax vs PSV Eindhoven kick-off: Sat, Sep 5 at 2pm ET / 7pm BST Expect goals aplenty as Ajax host back-to-back-to-back Eredivisie champions PSV in the first De Topper of the season. Held at Amsterdam's cavernous Johan Cruyff Arena, the fixture is one of the biggest games in Dutch football and provides an early litmus
My first 90 minutes wandering through Silent Hill: Townfall's 90s Scottish town were atmospheric… and aimless
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Silent Hill: Townfall feels like the culmination of two recent trends: the renaissance of Konami's survival horror series, dormant for the past decade, and the rise of more culturally authentic Scottish games. As a standalone spin-off, it delivers the first full-length first-person Silent Hill experience that was the initial promise of the cancelled Silent Hills meant to be directed by Hideo Koji
Roku is destroying the clean home screen that convinced me to buy it in the first place
How-To Geek / 5h
For a while, Roku felt like the one streaming platform that hadn't sold out. Ads were not invasive a few years ago, and the OS mostly stayed out of your way. If you've been a Roku user long enough to remember what that felt like, then you're probably disappointed with where the company is going. Roku is more than a way to start streaming , so it makes sense that the company wants more money. Unfo
Oura is going public, but these smart ring companies are coming for its crown
TechCrunch / 5h
While Oura has largely dominated the smart ring market for years, a growing number of rivals are now racing to dethrone it by trying all sorts of approaches to get an edge over it.
Boox Picco: A Promising Pocket eReader Preview
How-To Geek / 6h
Pocket eReaders are hot right now thanks to Xteink and a handful of rivals, but they frequently come with compromises or are simply hard to get. Boox aims to change that with the upcoming Picco, a tiny eReader I tried at IFA 2026 — and it's promising so far.
Rogue AI agents commandeered German website and used it as a messaging board
Mashable / 6h
In the latest incident of AI malfeasance, rogue AI agents were caught taking control of a German-language wiki site, DseWiki, and using it as a kind of messaging board to communicate with other rogue AI agents, according to reporting from Reuters . The full investigation , conducted by four independent AI safety researchers, was only published yesterday, but it reveals a troubling loss of oversig
Barnes & Noble's Premium Membership is the best $40 I spend every year
The Points Guy Articles / 6h
I'm a bit of a nervous traveler, which is why I invest in things like credit cards and airline statuses that can make flying more comfortable through seat upgrades and lounge access. Reading, however, is one of my most valuable investments, both as my go-to distraction in the air and as my favorite way to spend downtime once I land. That is where the Barnes & Noble Premium Membership comes in. As
Samsung's Labor Day appliance sale is live — $1,500 off Bespoke refrigerators, AI washers and dryers, dishwashers, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
If you're looking for a new appliance this Labor Day, head to Samsung's Labor Day sale. The retailer is offering up to $1,500 in savings on its best-selling, top-rated appliances, including refrigerators, washers and dryers, dishwashers, ranges, and microwaves. • Shop Samsung's full Labor Day sale Samsung is a top appliance manufacturer known for its high-tech products, including the stylish Besp
How does Ottocast CarPlay work and how much does it cost?
Engadget / 6h
What's cooler than wired Apple CarPlay? Ditching the annoying cable and having Ottocast deliver it wirelessly the minute you switch your car on.
It’s Case Closed for ‘Spider-Noir’ After One Season
Gizmodo / 6h
Prime Video doesn't want more of 'Spider-Noir,' but it's apparently open to shows starring other superheroes.
5 free Obsidian plugins that turn daily notes into a low-effort second brain
How-To Geek / 6h
If you’ve tried to build a second brain — one place to store all your ideas and retrieve them when necessary — you probably already know that it’s easier said than done. I’ve made multiple attempts at building a second brain myself , but ultimately failed because of all the effort required to maintain it. What finally made it stick was Obsidian, its Daily Notes feature, and a handful of free comm
Woman Buys Marriott Employee Discount On Craigslist, Now Faces Years In Jail
One Mile at a Time / 6h
A 41-year-old American woman posed as the sister of a Marriott employee to get a discount on a hotel stay in Singapore, and now she faces up to three years in jail . It’s a good reminder that if you’re going to do something stupid, don’t do it in Singapore, because it rarely ends well. Traveler caught using fraudulent Marriott discount One of the perks of working for Marriott (or any major hotel
Razer launches a cheaper version of Clio, its head cushion wireless speaker
Engadget / 6h
Razer Clio X is a headrest with a wireless speaker for your computer chair.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are both $300 off today — the best upfront discounts yet
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The next generation of iPhones might be imminent, but those who prefer Android don't have to wait if they're on the hunt for a decent upgrade. Right now, the official Samsung Store has some of the best deals of the entire year on the new Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy S26 series. With what I assume are limited-time-only Labor Day specials, the official Samsung Store is currently offering up to $800 off
Acer Project DualPlay Mini concept hands-on: Flipping from powerful handheld to powerful tiny laptop
Engadget / 6h
It's a concept device, sure, but there's something intriguing about Acer's handheld gaming PC and laptop 2-in-1.
Does your Android Auto keep lowering the volume? This might be why
Engadget / 6h
Audio ducking can be annoying, but it serves an important purpose.
Nvidia's RTX Spark is more impressive for gaming than I expected after going hands-on at Gamescom 2026 — but I still have one wish
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Gaming on the go has reached fresh heights over the years, with slim laptops and compact handhelds delivering great performance. AMD and Intel have spearheaded the charge with their mobile processors, but a new player is in town. Nvidia revealed its RTX Spark at Computex in May, an ARM-based superchip designed for Windows on ARM laptops, with AI capabilities and obvious strong suits for creators
Freddie Mercury and his cat Tiffany, 1988
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
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United Threatens To Fire Flight Attendants Who Pick Up Trips They Know They Can’t Work—Then Collect The Pay
View from the Wing / 6h
United says some crew members use advance knowledge of delays to pick up trips that will be removed with pay protection. The airline is threatening termination for those trades, raising a dispute over what employees knew when they accepted the work.
7 simple but useful homelab upgrades you’ve never thought of
How-To Geek / 6h
Whether your homelab consists of an ISP-provided router and a mini PC or a whole rack that takes up the corner of your spare room, it could always benefit from a few considered upgrades.
The 6 best laptops for college students at school this fall
Mashable / 7h
Here at Mashable, we're constantly reviewing the best laptops based on an exhaustive in-house methodology that combines real-world use with performance benchmarking. In the past two years alone, we've tried over 90 different models across a range of price points. To determine which of them fit the bill for college students, specifically, I researched the top 10 public universities ' hardware reco
Why is there so much worry about OpenAI Astra, and what issues could ‘recurrent depth’ reasoning cause? The experts weigh in
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
OpenAI has unveiled a much anticipated AI model which the firm has dubbed ‘GPT-6 Astra’. While the model has improved significantly across benchmark testing and brings a host of new business features , there is still a dark cloud looming over the new model. Off the back of OpenAI’s accidental hack of Hugging Face and the company’s subsequent efforts to improve how AI agents behave and interact, n
Forget Cosmic Orange — these are the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra colors you can expect this week, according to leaks
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
New leaks have shed light on colors coming to the iPhone 18 Pro The iPhone Ultra’s colors have also been revealed, leakers say There are some key changes compared to the iPhone 17 Pro range We’re just days away from Apple’s Surprise and Shine event , where the Cupertino firm’s new CEO John Ternus will unveil all the latest and greatest iPhones the company has up its sleeve. And with the iPhone 18
Researchers report on a solar storm that caused a GPS glitch serious enough to crash self-driving cars
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
You may not think about it, but Earth is under a constant bombardment of solar radiation shooting through space. While our planet's magnetic field does an excellent job of blocking it, sometimes concentrated bursts of radiation known as solar flares are strong enough to interfere with our ground infrastructure via secondary magnetic field ripples. Writing in Geophysical Research Letters, research
Here's What Lifehacker Readers Think Apple Will Announce on Wednesday
Lifehacker / 7h
On Wednesday, Apple will finally host its big fall event , and we will likely get our first look at the Apple Watch Series 12, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone Ultra, Apple's first foldable iPhone. In the lead-up to this keynote, Lifehacker ran the third and final round of our Big Guessing Game , inviting readers to make predictions about what Apple will announce this week. While we won't know the answe
Prepare for your next power outage with an entertainment USB stick
How-To Geek / 7h
People always say they don't have time to watch all the movies and TV shows they want to see. Ironically, in situations when we lose power at home, we have the time, but not the ability. That's why you need an emergency USB stick.
How to check your MacBook's hard drive health
Engadget / 7h
Your MacBook's storage is vitally important. If your SSD or hard drive goes kaput without a backup, getting your files back can sometimes be impossible.
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Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
The Gentlemen season 3: everything we know so far about the return of Guy Ritchie's hit Netflix show
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The Gentlemen season 3: key information - Season 3 renewed before season 2 was released - Theo James currently the only confirmed returning cast member - No word on production timeline or release date - Guy Ritchie claims a third season felt 'inevitable' After that explosive season 2 finale , I think I'd have rioted on the streets if Netflix didn't renew The Gentlemen season 3. As we said in our
My phone doesn't have a headphone jack, so I made a case to bring it back
How-To Geek / 7h
I’m becoming the guy who builds weird phone accessories. This time, the idea was simple: bring back the headphone jack while retaining the ability to use the phone’s charging port. That’s exactly what I did, and it all fits in a custom case.
Is it worth paying extra for iCloud storage?
Engadget / 7h
Storing lots of photos, videos and files online can quickly fill up your iCloud storage and pause all of your backups. Choosing the right plan can be key.
The Global Entry mobile app is getting replaced: Here's what to know
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
Global Entry is getting a slight tweak. Later this month, the program plans to replace its mobile app. Now, let's make one thing clear: If you typically get off a plane and rush to a blue kiosk after an international flight, nothing changes for you. But for the last few years, travelers returning to the U.S. have also had the option to skip the kiosks. Instead, those flyers could enter their arri
The Pixel 11 Pro's Magic Capture feature is truly magical, but I'd still buy the cheaper Pixel 10 Pro this sales season
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
This year's Labor Day sales are just around the corner in the US, and Black Friday won't be far behind in the UK, so it's safe to expect big deals ahead for the best Pixel phones . We've just reviewed the Google Pixel 11 Pro , and were mightily impressed by its new Magic Capture feature — but I'd still recommend picking up the Google Pixel 10 Pro this sales season, for reasons I'll explain in a m
How to check which apps are draining your iPhone battery
Engadget / 8h
Some of the reasons why you've lost battery are out of your control, but knowing which apps are draining it can help your iPhone last until the end of the day.
5 super-affordable DeWalt tools I always keep in my trunk
How-To Geek / 8h
One of the worst feelings is realizing you're unprepared for a situation, whether that's stuck on the side of the road or during a big weekend project. That's why I always have a selection of dependable tools ready to go for flat tires, stubborn bolts, and other situations. With that in mind, here are five affordable DeWALT tools you'll want in your trunk or in the back of your truck.
10 products Apple is leaving behind in 2026
Engadget / 8h
As Apple continues to upgrade its operating system and line of smartphones, smartwatches, displays, and computers, it's leaving plenty behind in 2026.
How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 3rd Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Watch South Africa vs New Zealand 3rd test FREE on RugbyPass TV (US) Unlock your stream with Proton VPN (save up to 70%) Springboks vs All Blacks kick-off: Sat, Sep 5 at 11.10am ET / 4.10pm BST The Springboks vs All Blacks 3rd Test is set up to be a nail-biting contest, with the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series delicately poised at 1-1. Whoever comes out on top in Johannesburg cannot lose the four
Airlines Are Buying Jets To Fly Until 2060 — But New Technology Will Steal Their Best Customers And Make Those Bets Money-Losers
View from the Wing / 8h
Rockets will not eliminate international flights within ten years, but even stealing dozens of customers could ruiin the ultra-long haul economics.
From our stacks: Illustration detail from Fantaisies Décoratives par J. Habert-Dys. Paris: Librairie…
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
From our stacks: Illustration detail from Fantaisies Décoratives par J. Habert-Dys. Paris: Librairie de l'Art, n.d. (c1894)
United Airlines Threatens To Fire Flight Attendants Who Try To Profit Off Delays
One Mile at a Time / 8h
United Airlines is threatening to fire its flight attendants who try to profit off of extended flight delays, by triggering pay protection, as flagged by PYOK . While this of course doesn’t directly impact passengers, I find this to be sort of fascinating, and I’m curious just how widespread of an issue this is… United warns flight attendants about “gaming” delays United has reportedly sent a mem
What happens when you run the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool?
Engadget / 8h
Memory issues could be behind your PC's performance problems, app crashes and random restarts. A Windows tool could help you understand what's going wrong.
From eating the elderly to selling kids, Afterworld gives you the freedom to do terrible things in the post-apocalypse — 'We shouldn't judge the player' says director
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Afterworld is a new strategy game by Paradox Interactive It tasks the player with building and managing a post-apocalyptic society Director Dan Lind says the studio won't "judge the player" for any terrible choices Upcoming grand strategy game Afterworld is all about building your own society in a post-apocalyptic North America, and, like other games by developer Paradox Interactive, it offers an
Man Pretends to Hallucinate in Job Interview With an AI Bot, Causing It to Go Haywire
Futurism / 8h
Apply for just about any office job these days, and there’s a pretty good chance your first round interview won’t be with a human, but with a crummy virtual AI avatar. Though the practice has become widespread throughout HR departments around the world, a new video released by satirical influencer Graham Zip shows just how humiliating the experience can be — and how straying from the system’s com
How to control your Google TV wirelessly with Windows 11
How-To Geek / 8h
Owning an Android or Google TV gives you a lot of freedom, but navigating its interface with a standard remote can sometimes be frustrating. You likely already use your smartphone as a remote to control your TV wirelessly — for tasks like typing long search queries or as a backup remote. While there are plenty of Android and iOS options to control your Google TV , controlling it through Windows 1
DisplayPort isn't always the best choice—here's when HDMI wins
How-To Geek / 9h
Is there a battle between HDMI and DisplayPort these days? Not really, not anymore. DisplayPort has traditionally been the easy recommendation for PC monitors, and modern DP 2.1 has beaten HDMI when it comes to bandwidth.
Remote work as a worm, colorful platformers and other new indie games worth checking out
Engadget / 9h
Here are the new indie games worth checking out, plus an early look at shipbuilding, I Am Your Beast DLC and a cat trying to stop an AI office takeover.
How to watch Man City vs Coventry: Live streams, TV channels, team news for Premier League 2026/27
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Man City vs Coventry: Saturday, September 5 at 3pm BST / 10am ET / 12am AEST (September 5) Streams: USA Network via Fubo (US) Outside the UK? Use NordVPN to unblock your streaming account Watch Man City vs Coventry in the Premier League 2026/27 season , as Enzo Maresca looks to maintain his 100 per cent record in the top flight following his appointment at the Etihad. After a disappointing Commun
How to watch Nottm Forest vs Tottenham: Live streams and TV channels for the Premier League 2026/27 game
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Nottm Forest vs Tottenham kick-off: Sat, Sep 5 at 10am ET / 3pm BST / 12am AEST (Sun) Streams: Peacock (US) / Stan Sport (AUS) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%) The Nottm Forest vs Tottenham live streams from the City Ground involve two teams still searching for a first Premier League win of 2026/27. The home side do have one point on the board after securing a deserved draw at Anfield,
I've used Excel professionally for over 15 years. These are the functions I use most often
How-To Geek / 9h
Excel has more than 500 built-in functions, but if you asked me which ones I use most often, I wouldn't need very long to answer. After nearly two decades of using Excel professionally, there's a small group I keep reaching for whenever I'm building or fixing a spreadsheet. Some have been around for years, while others are relatively new to modern Excel.
Scientists Detect Strange New Structures Deep Inside the Earth
Futurism / 9h
Drilling thousands of miles into the Earth to study our planet’s inner layers — its thin crust, rigid mantle, liquid outer core, and solid inner core — simply isn’t feasible given technological limitations. Instead, geologists typically use clever tricks to explore our planet’s interior, like probing seismic activity triggered by the dynamics of these shifting layers to plumb their mysteries. And
There May Not Be an iPhone 18 This Year
Wired / 10h
Apple is expected to announce several products at its September event next week—including a folding phone—but the iPhone 18 might not be among them. It would be a first for the company.
Pebble Time 2 Review: After a decade of newer smartwatches, I love the OG most
How-To Geek / 10h
The Pebble Time 2 is the most fun I’ve ever had with a smartwatch. It’s not the prettiest. It’s not the most durable. It’s not even packed with the most features. But this smartwatch sparks so much joy and is so genuinely useful that I haven’t wanted to part with it from the moment I put it on.
I rode in a self-driving powered wheelchair that avoids obstacles and people, and can be summoned when you need it — it’s like Tesla’s Autopilot for personal mobility
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
I saw a lot of fun things at IFA 2026 , but among the many halls full of tech, one experience has stuck with me the most. It was the Strutt ev1c personal mobility vehicle, which basically mashes up tech from robot vacuums and self-driving cars to create a wheelchair/mobility scooter that can take you from room-to-room in your home without you touching the controls. Equipped with cameras and LiDAR
Unruly American Airlines Passenger Restrained With Duct Tape And Zip Ties Mid-Flight
One Mile at a Time / 10h
An American Airlines first class passenger started attacking everyone around him (either physically or verbally), and even splattered others in his blood, causing a diversion. I’m not usually a fan of the “passenger acts crazy on a plane” stories, because that happens way more than it should. However, this has to be one of the more extreme examples that we’ve seen in a long time, and it’s a remin
Plug-in solar shone at IFA 2026 —here are the 5 best products we saw, from Anker to DJI and EcoFlow
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Plug-in (or balcony) solar tech has been booming in Europe for a while now, but it seems as though the rest of the world is slowly catching on: these kits are now legal in the UK , while an increasing number of US states are approving them too. The simplicity is the main appeal of these solar panels, which can be plugged straight into a standard outlet in your home, without any expensive roof mou
In What Ways Are We Not Prepared for the Big One?
Gizmodo / 10h
One day, a catastrophic earthquake will rock the U.S. West Coast. Experts weigh in on whether we're truly ready.
Scientists Put Caterpillars in an Ultraquiet Chamber to Learn How They Hear Without Ears
Wired / 10h
The research could do more than help unlock the mystery of caterpillar hearing. It could also help make microphones better.
As If There Was Any Question About Data Centers Being Weak Job Creators, Meta Is Now Deploying Robots to Maintain Them
Futurism / 10h
Since the start of the data center boom, “job creation” was one of the key promises made to communities weighing whether to host the tech industry’s monstrous computing facilities in their backyards. That was always a gross over-representation of the facts, as most labor required for data centers comes in the form of temporary construction jobs to build them. Still, the tech tycoons who need data
These clever 3D prints could stop your stuff from being stolen
How-To Geek / 10h
It’s no secret that a good percentage of thefts are opportunistic in nature. Thieves target items that are easy to grab, so a good defense often boils down to making items less inviting.
The Watch World Went Crazy This Week. Here Are the 10 You Need to See
Wired / 11h
The main action took place at Geneva Watch Days, but others dialed in remotely to make sure it wasn't just a Swiss party.
Review: Google Pixel 11 Pro HiLight is a dud, but the cameras make up for it
Mashable / 11h
Google didn't really bring the heat with most of the Pixel 11 lineup this year. The base Pixel model and the foldable Pixel 11 Pro Fold are both totally fine, but they don't stand out among the competition thanks to minor and unremarkable changes. That's mostly true for the flagship Pixel 11 Pro as well, but what it lacks in incredible innovations, it makes up for in being a very good, very easy-
5 Siri AI and iOS 27 features we’re looking forward to
Mashable / 11h
We are just days away from Apple's big September iPhone event . That means that along with new iPhones, the official launch of iOS 27 is just around the corner. Even if you're not planning to upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro or Apple's first foldable device , the new iOS 27 is packed with new features that will make your current smartphone feel brand new, including the long-awaited debut of Siri AI.
Saturn just sprouted a bizarre decagon-shaped cloud pattern
Mashable / 11h
Astronomers just spotted an enormous, 10-sided shape surrounding Saturn 's southern skies. They call it a decagon because it has 10 corners and 10 long sides. It rings the planet's southern mid-latitudes, where a powerful jet stream races around the globe. From Earth, we don't literally look up at Saturn's underbelly. Instead, Saturn tilts on its axis, so its poles lean toward or away from us in
What stores are open on Labor Day 2026?
Mashable / 11h
I write about holiday sales for a living, and somehow, I still managed to forget that this Monday is a federal holiday until about an hour ago. If you also just realized that Labor Day 2026 is literally this Monday (where does the time go?), don't worry! Here's a complete list of what stores are open and closed this Labor Day. What stores will be open on Labor Day? Banks, schools, and the DMV may
Why pick one? Own ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for just $69.97 with this Labor Day sale.
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Through Sept. 10, get a lifetime 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan for $69.97 (reg. $540), with tools for AI chat, writing, images, PDFs, documents, audio, video, and more. Opens in a new window Credit: 1minAI 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan Lifetime Subscription $69.97 $540 Save $470.03 AI subscriptions aren’t cheap, but they’re manageable if you only use one model like ChatGPT. However, if y
This $40 AI tool could turn your side-hustle idea into an actual app
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Swiftspeed AI App Builder helps you create iOS, Android, and web apps without coding, and three years of Pro access is on sale for $39.99 (reg. $432). Opens in a new window Credit: Swiftspeed AI Swiftspeed AI App Builder Pro Plan: 3-Year Subscription $39.99 $432 Save $392.01 Ever since the rise of smartphones, there has always been “an app for that,” which also usually means “a developer i
AdultFriendFinder: 15 hookup app slang terms to know
Mashable / 11h
Online communities tend to develop their own vocabularies and methods of communication, especially if they've been around for a very long time. If you're new to AdultFriendFinder, you'll quickly come across slang and short-hand terms you may never have encountered before, as well as more acronyms than you know what to do with. Some of these are obvious, or used across online dating cultures , but
Authors Wrangle With Publishers Over $1.5 Billion Anthropic A.I. Settlement
NYT > Technology / 11h
The tech giant must pay $3,000 per pirated book that it used to train its chatbot. Many authors fear they could lose funds to others in the book business.
Kenyans Made a Living Writing College Essays. Then A.I. Arrived.
NYT > Technology / 11h
Thousands of Kenyans made a living writing essays for overseas students. With A.I., the work has dried up, a warning for online gig work that has been a global lifeline.
The Generation That’s Never Had to Say ‘Hello?’
NYT > Technology / 11h
Now that there’s rarely any mystery to who’s calling, Gen Z has adopted a range of custom phone greetings — including no greeting at all.
This $75 Philips 24-inch 100Hz monitor deal is the ultimate WFH upgrade for Labor Day
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
For a budget business monitor in the Labor Day sales, the one that stands out to me is the Philips 24-inch 241V8LB, which is down to $75 (was 90) at Amazon . To me, this is the perfect display for anyone working from home, who doesn't need ultra high-resolutions or massive screens that take up half the desk. Don't let the price fool you. It's not entirely feature-free. Budget monitors in this ran
'I got this one wrong': As a running watch expert, I thought Garmin's LED flashlight was just a gimmick — but 4 years on, it's proven to be a top-tier smartwatch feature
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I hold my hands up. I got this one wrong. In 2022, when Garmin announced the headline feature for the Garmin Fenix 7X was an LED flashlight, I might have had a bit of a chuckle to myself about it. Since moving to multiple model sizes for its premium outdoor smartwatch, the largest ‘X’ models quickly came to represent the introduction of exciting, cutting-edge innovations that then start to filter
What is the release date for The Paper season 2 on Peacock?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
All right everyone, back to the Toledo Truth Teller we go. It's been a year since we last saw the gang, and surprisingly, not too much has changed in The Paper season 2 . Editor-in-Chief Ned (Domhnall Gleeson) is still desperately searching for the stories that will take his team to the next level, while Esmeralda (Sabrina Impacciatore) rarely thinks about anybody's reputation but her own. Nicole
Marvel Has Assigned 42 Hours of Homework Before ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
Wired / 11h
The studio released an official catch-up list ahead of December’s release. We have easy links to watch every one of the movies so you can get up to speed.
ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from the best gadgets of IFA 2026 to GPT-6 Astra and 'the AGI era'
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
At TechRadar this weekend we've got one eye on the best Labor Day sales that you can pick up — with big discounts on offer on tech and so much more — and another eye on the week that just finished, which was as hectic as most weeks in technology tend to be. We had a host of new products on show at the IFA 2026 tech event in Berlin, OpenAI dropping its best ChatGPT model yet and declaring the age
The 5 best new tech products weve seen at IFA 2026
Mashable / 12h
For a handful of days each year, Berlin turns into the tech capital of the world. This year, IFA has close to 2,000 brands showcasing the latest technology from air fryers to robot lawn mowers to sleep earbuds and, of course, robots. Aside from CES in January, it's the best opportunity to check out what's on the horizon from top brands like Dreame , DJI, Anker, Dyson, and plenty more. Some of the
Forget baby monitors, Hatch built a sleep coach for your newborn — where to buy
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Hatch Baby , priced at $79.99, is a nightlight and sound machine that grows with your kid — plus three months of 1:1 chat with real sleep consultants. After that, it's $69.99 per year or $6.99 per month. Opens in a new window Credit: Hatch Hatch Baby $79.99 at Hatch Hatch has spent years building sleep gadgets for adults — the Restore line of smart alarm clocks has quietly become a go-to f
Get a refurbished MacBook Air with a Retina display for $268
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: This refurbished 2018 MacBook Air with a 13-inch Retina display and Intel Core i5 processor is on sale for $267.99 (reg. $1,399). Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 2018 (Refurbished) $267.99 $1,399 Save $1,131.01 This refurbished MacBook Air brings a Retina display, Intel Core i5 processor, and lightweight design to a much more approachable price. The 2018 13-inch model
I tested the DJI Osmo 360 II against the Insta360 X6 — the X6 is still the 360 camera king, but not by much
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Insta360 X6 The X6 is currently the best 360 camera you can buy, offering excellent image quality day and night. DJI Osmo 360 II A great 360 all-rounder that fixes many of its predecessor's flaws, and gives GoPro and Insta360 a major headache. Two of the biggest names in 360 cameras have just launched new flagships within weeks of each other, and it's clear that DJI's Osmo 360 II and Insta360's X
Casualty stars confirm fans are 'in for a hell of a ride' in new 40th anniversary special episodes — 'there's nostalgia, but things have been cranked up a notch'
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Casualty fans... today's the day that the 40th anniversary special episodes finally arrive. Both will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer . from September 5 — and believe me when I tell you that you're not ready for what's coming your way. Without spoiling anything, let's recap what we know so far. Episodes are centered on a massive explosion near a bridge over a gorge (the real-life Clifton Su
Ecovacs new flagship robot vacuum is certified to remove 97% of dust mite allergens — save $300 with launch offer
