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Stephen Colbert slams Amazon for spending $75 million on Melania documentary
87Mashable / 17h
The Melania documentary has had its premiere, and like Jimmy Kimme l, Stephen Colbert has thoughts — particularly about how much money Amazon spent on it. "This film did not come cheap, y'all. To produce and distribute it Jeff Bezos paid $75 million . Now obviously he's one of richest men in the world, that's chump change to Bezos himself, but it might have helped the 16,000 people that Amazon an
Lufthansa Airbus A380s Getting New Business Class, But Not Allegris Seats
4KOne Mile at a Time / 15h
For a couple of years now, we’ve known that Lufthansa plans to introduce new business class cabins on its Airbus A380s. While this project was first supposed to start in 2025, that timeline was ultimately delayed. There’s now an update , as the airline has formally announced when these planes will be retrofitted. All Lufthansa A380s get new business class by mid-2027 Lufthansa has confirmed plans
Court Filings: ICE Uses “Mobile Fortify” To Identify Protesters — Global Entry and PreCheck Get Revoked
100+View from the Wing / 8h
ICE is using a smartphone app called “Mobile Fortify” to scan faces and capture contactless fingerprints, instantly pulling back names and biographical data — and court filings say the same encounters are being followed by revocations of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck. That turns “trusted traveler” into chilling of speech. DHS runs both the surveillance and the program, and being “under investigati
This Nintendo Switch 2 case may not be the most stylish, but its storage space and low price impressed me
Latest from TechRadar / 32min
If you need a Nintendo Switch 2 case, this purse-like model could be up your alley — but it wasn’t exactly my favorite.
NYT Pips hints, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know basketball coaches. 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 Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're artistic. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints a
NYT Strands hints, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a sports fan. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. Th
Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a giving person. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connectio
a16z partner Kofi Ampadu to leave firm after TxO program pause
TechCrunch / 3h
Ampadu's departure perhaps signals the end of the TxO chapter. The fund and program focused on supporting underserved founders by providing access to tech networks and investment capital through a donor-advised fund.
I tested the world’s first f/1.4 135mm prime, and it’s a portrait photographer’s dream
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG | A is the world’s-first 135mm prime with an f/1.4 aperture and replaces its nearly decade old predecessor.
‘Fun, flexible and affordable’ – I tested Ikea’s super-cheap Bluetooth speaker and, as long as you’re not expecting Sonos-toppling sound, it’s a blast
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
I tested Ikea’s extremely budget Bluetooth banger – and it’s a really fun way to create a mock multi-room system for less moolah.
‘One month out and they’re still building Tomorrowland’: unseen footage reveals the incredible story of the making of Disneyland
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
TechRadar chatted with Leslie Iwerks, director of Disneyland Handcrafted, on how rare archival footage was pieced together to tell the story of Disneyland’s last-minute construction – and why its original ideas still matter today.
Physical Intelligence, Stripe veteran Lachy Groom’s latest bet, is building Silicon Valley’s buzziest robot brains
34TechCrunch / 4h
If co-founder Lachy Groom has any doubts, he doesn’t show it. He’s working with people who've been working on this problem for decades and who believe the timing is finally right, which is all he needs to know.
7 new horror movies on Netflix, Shudder, HBO Max, and more in February 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
There are seven great horror movies streaming in February, and you're sure to fall in love with some of them.
Passenger Strips, Rushes the Door, and Threatens Crew — Then Jumps to the Tarmac and Gets Arrested
View from the Wing / 4h
A passenger stripped down and rampaged through the cabin on a Nha Trang–Bangkok flight, threatening flight attendants and even trying to get an aircraft door opened mid-flight. The plane made an emergency landing at Bangkok Don Mueang — and once on the ground, he demanded the door be opened anyway, then jumped onto the tarmac before stairs were in place and was arrested.
Jeff Bezos’s Rocket Company Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Focus on the Moon
NYT > Technology / 4h
The New Shepard rocket from Blue Origin, which brought 92 people on trips to the edge of space, will cease flying for at least two years as the company prioritizes NASA contracts.
OnlyFans considering selling majority stake to Architect Capital
TechCrunch / 4h
This isn't the first time in recent memory that OnlyFans has been in talks to sell off its business.
OpenClaw’s AI assistants are now building their own social network
21TechCrunch / 4h
The viral personal AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot has a new shell — again. After briefly rebranding as Moltbot, it has now picked OpenClaw as its new name.
Ditch monthly cloud fees with this secure Dropbox alternative for $99.97
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Internxt is a secure, privacy-first Dropbox alternative offering 2TB of end-to-end encrypted cloud storage for a one-time payment of $99.97 (reg. $900). Opens in a new window Credit: Internxt Internxt Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription $99.97 $900 Save $800.03 It’s easy to forget about cloud storage until you get the dreaded “insufficient storage” notification. What’s harder to forget is
10 Hacks Every Nintendo Switch (or Switch 2) Owner Should Know
Lifehacker / 5h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The Nintendo Switch and the Switch 2 are pretty user-friendly devices, but sometimes, that can be a bit more of a hindrance than a help. It's easy to jump right into a game, but if you want to toggle on a feature like dark mode or, say, even make a Mii, you have to jump through a lot of hoops in the settings menus. That's a shame, because if you'r
The Success of ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Is Already Influencing HBO’s Other ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff Plans
Gizmodo / 5h
He may be tall, but Dunk's adventures could mean HBO's future in Westeros looks a little smaller in scale than initially planned.
Sonos will ‘ramp up’ hardware launches in 2026 — here are the 6 new products I’m hoping to see
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
From upgraded compact Dolby Atmos to a mid-price portable speaker, and more picks from our audio experts.
I’m sad that my Raspberry Pi can’t do this
How-To Geek / 5h
The Raspberry Pi is a box of tricks that can do almost anything you’d want from a small computer in the home. It can run a smart home server, host cloud storage, and even replace your Roku as a full-blown media center. But limitations do exist, and I’ve recently run into one.
Panera Bread breach: ShinyHunters claims hack of 14 million customers data
5 TTPs•
Mashable / 5h
The hacking group ShinyHunters is at it again. This time, it's customers of the bakery chain Panera Bread who've had their private data compromised. This appears to be part of the same breach we reported on earlier this week, which targeted Match Group users . On their website earlier this week, ShinyHunters confirmed that they are behind a Panera Bread data breach that has resulted in more than
Right-Wing Gun Enthusiasts and Extremists Are Working Overtime to Justify Alex Pretti’s Killing
200+Wired / 5h
Donald Trump has appeared to undermine Second Amendment rights in statements about Alex Pretti’s killing. Many in the firearms community are going along with it.
Xi Jinping says 'epoch-making technological transformation' of AI can change the human race - but unsurprisingly wants Chinese firms to lead the way
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Xi Jinping sees AI as a national priority while China manages overcapacity, promotes domestic breakthroughs, and prepares the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Ignore the advice to 'stop' partitioning: Why I still split my SSDs
How-To Geek / 6h
You might have read my colleague Arol's recent advice to stop partitioning your SSD , and I think he makes some legitimate points. However, as someone who has been partitioning their drives for decades, SSD or not, I'd like to remind everyone that there are important reasons you should partition your SSDs.
San Francisco gets a new nonstop flight to Central America beginning June 1
27The Points Guy Articles / 6h
California's Bay Area is getting a new nonstop flight to Central America. Colombian airline Avianca on Friday announced that it's launching a new nonstop route from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Guatemala City's La Aurora International Airport (GUA). This will be a new seasonal route, so the flights will operate during the summer months. Avianca, a member of Star Alliance , isn't a
Watch these Netflix movies and shows before they're gone in February 2026
How-To Geek / 6h
Yes, Bridgerton is back on the menu as part of Netflix's list of new titles coming to the streamer in February . But as we go boldly into the year's second month, since it's also the shortest, that means you have even less time to take in the pile of movies and shows that will be leaving soon.
Japan Botched a Satellite Launch in One of the Weirdest Ways Possible
Gizmodo / 6h
Japan's H3 rocket lost its payload fairing around 4 minutes after launch, leaving a satellite exposed and hanging on for dear life.
‘There’s something to be said when, 5 minutes before you go on air, someone slides you a card of what you’re going to say if a person falls off a building and dies,’ Skyscraper Live host responds to criticism of anxiety-filled broadcast
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
‘I totally get it’ Skyscraper Live host understands why fans were frustrated with the show.
AI Agents Have Their Own Social Network Now, and They Would Like a Little Privacy
Gizmodo / 6h
Moltbook is a place for chatbots to link and connect with other chatbots, and all we can do is watch.
Black Ops 7 Season 2 features seven new weapons, including a brutal handheld buzzsaw
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Activision has lifted the lid on what fans can expect come Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 2.
This $50 IKEA air purifier looks like a little Scandi suitcase and has everything you need for clean air whenever you go
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The simple, squared-off design can stand upright or be laid on its side.
Informant told FBI that Jeffrey Epstein had a ‘personal hacker’
TechCrunch / 6h
The hacker allegedly developed zero-day exploits and offensive cyber tools and sold them to several countries, including an unnamed central African government, the U.K., and the United States.
The United States Is Suffering Stomach-Churning Brain Drain
Futurism / 6h
As Donald Trump has taken an axe to US federal spending , thousands of highly educated experts in scientific fields have left the government. In an astonishing reversal, the country which has historically benefited from the “brain drain” phenomenon is now experiencing it within its own government. Brain drain refers to circumstances in which highly trained experts from underdeveloped and overexpl
Premium but affordable: the Korean luxury sedan that undercuts Lexus
How-To Geek / 6h
Luxury sedans often come with premium price tags, but one Korean contender is changing expectations in 2025 by delivering upscale refinement at a surprisingly accessible cost. While brands like Lexus have long set the benchmark for comfort and quality, this model undercuts its pricier rivals without sacrificing the premium experience that buyers crave. For shoppers who want sophistication and val
“How Is This Allowed?” Photo Alleges American Airlines Flight Attendant Wore a Keffiyeh — The Real Issue Is Crew Power
32View from the Wing / 6h
A photo circulating online alleges an American Airlines flight attendant was wearing a keffiyeh in uniform to show support for Palestinian resistance. The bigger issue is power: crew members control whether you fly and whether you get labeled disruptive. Political signaling from the people in charge of the cabin is a problem. It's also against airline rules.
This Entry-Level Roborock Robot Vacuum Is 44% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 6h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Robot vacuums can get expensive quickly, especially as you move into models with features such as self-emptying bins and hot-water mopping. But if you’re looking to dip your toe into this world without dropping major cash, the Roborock Q7 L5 robot vacuum and mop is a low-st
February’s Lego Releases Want You to Catch ‘Em All
Gizmodo / 6h
Lego is following its blockbuster January with one of its biggest new lines in years: Pokémon.
I replaced Microsoft Paint with a powerful open-source alternative
How-To Geek / 6h
Microsoft Paint has been a classic app in Windows for decades, but I haven't liked recent changes—especially the forced introduction of Copilot, which brings AI features. So, I found a free and open-source alternative to use instead.
Bilt cardholders: You now have until Feb. 1 to select your Bilt 2.0 product
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
If you haven't decided what to do with your Bilt Mastercard® , Bilt has extended the deadline to Feb. 1; the previous cutoff date was Jan. 30. Now, Feb. 1 is the last day to seamlessly transition from your old card to a new one from the Bilt 2.0 portfolio. While there's a lot to take in around Bilt's 2.0 cards , its tiered system for earning points on rent or mortgage payments and its new rewards
Instagram might soon let you remove yourself from someone’s Close Friends list
TechCrunch / 7h
Since the feature's launch in 2018, users haven't been able to remove themselves from someone else's Close Friends list.
Blue Origin pauses space tourism flights to focus on the moon
TechCrunch / 7h
The company is trying to take advantage of President Donald Trump's desire to return astronauts to the lunar surface by the end of his term.
Nvidia has no plans to stop Shield TV updates, hasn’t ruled out a Shield 2
How-To Geek / 7h
The Nvidia Shield TV is an iconic device, right up there with the Nexus One and Moto DROID. Many people consider it to be the best streaming device despite the fact that the latest model is over five years old. That’s because Nvidia is still supporting even the oldest models, and apparently, it doesn’t plan on stopping.
You May Be Eligible for Part of This $10.5 Million Spam Text Settlement
Lifehacker / 7h
Unsolicited texts are annoying—and even more so if they keep coming from a legitimate sender after you've opted out. If you received text spam from Kaiser Permanente, you may be eligible for a cash payout for each message. The healthcare company, which serves over 12.5 million members, recently settled a $10.5 million class action lawsuit filed over marketing text messages sent after recipients t
George R.R. Martin Almost Planned a Very Different Kind of Targaryen Power for ‘Game of Thrones’
Gizmodo / 7h
There have been some hints of it in 'House of the Dragon' and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.'
3 must-see Prime Video shows to binge this weekend (January 30 - February 1)
How-To Geek / 7h
As you settle in for another cold weekend indoors, do it with no worries about what you’re going to watch, thanks to Amazon Prime Video. While their library of new content grows, their selection of previously released titles remains fresh and very much in your face, which I appreciate.
Experts Say Bitcoin’s Crash Is Only Getting Started
Futurism / 7h
Cryptocurrency markets plunged this week — to the dismay of crypto bros everywhere — with Bitcoin reaching two-month lows of just over $81,000 before leveling out around $84,000 by Friday afternoon. Trump’s recent controversial pick for Federal Reserve chair seemingly did little to reassure already spooked investors, as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures continued to tumble on Friday . His appointmen
Delta Amex Card Limited Time Welcome Offers: Up To 125K SkyMiles
400+One Mile at a Time / 7h
Delta and American Express have a portfolio of co-branded credit cards . Every so often, the cards have limited time welcome offers, and if you’re interested in these cards, that’s when you’ll want to apply. This is one of those times. While Delta SkyMiles is far from my favorite mileage currency, I appreciate that miles in the program have a “floor” value, based on all the ways there are to rede
I Let Google’s ‘Auto Browse’ AI Agent Take Over Chrome. It Didn’t Quite Click
25Wired / 7h
Auto Browse can shop for clothes, plan a trip, and buy tickets for you. Or at least, that’s the idea.
Everything coming to Prime Video in February 2026
How-To Geek / 7h
Things continue to ramp up in 2026, with Prime Video releasing all the goods on its February movie and TV show lineup. For the year's shortest month, the streaming behemoth is packing it to the rafters with more than 70 new titles, spanning genres from classic comedies, dramas, and action flicks to new documentaries and thrillers.
Nvidia's next-gen full Earth-2 digital twin AI models will predict and forecast the next big storm faster and more accurately
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Nvidia Earth-2 AI models integrate high-resolution data and open source tools to deliver faster, more accurate global and local weather forecasts.
Huge United Business Card 100K Bonus Miles Limited Time Welcome Offer
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Link: Learn more about the United℠ Business Card We’ve just seen a big new limited time welcome offer rolled out on the United℠ Business Card , which is United’s most popular co-branded business credit card. So if you’ve been considering applying for the card, now is the ideal time to do so… United Business Card offering 100K bonus miles & more The United℠ Business Card is offering a limited time
Nine Phone Settings to Change Before Attending a Protest
Lifehacker / 7h
Before you head out to a protest, take some precautions to protect your privacy and both the physical and digital security of any device you bring along. The most secure option, of course, is to leave your phone at home, but you can also lock things down to minimize the risk that your data will be accessible to law enforcement or someone who gets hold of your device. Thankfully, both iOS and Andr
Elon Musk Emailed With Jeffrey Epstein to Plan Island Visits in 2012 and 2014
300+Gizmodo / 7h
Epstein wrote an email to Musk in 2013 discussing a visit with four "assistants," newly released DOJ documents show.
NASA used Claude to plot a route for its Perseverance rover on Mars
Engadget / 8h
Since 2021, NASA's Perseverance rover has achieved a number of historic milestones, including sending back the first audio recordings from Mars . Now, nearly five years after landing on the Red Planet , it just achieved another feat. This past December, Perseverance successfully completed a route through a section of the Jezero crater plotted by Anthropic's Claude chatbot , marking the first time
The 4 hidden things costing you money on gas every winter
How-To Geek / 8h
Winter Storm Fern, the name given to the massive storm by The Weather Channel, impacted over 200 million Americans and spanned 34 states. While it’s best to stay home when such fierce storms and blizzards move through our communities, sometimes it’s just not possible.
Could Poop Pills Be a Secret Weapon Against Cancer?
Gizmodo / 8h
Two new studies highlight the potential of fecal microbiota transplantation as a boon to cancer immunotherapy.
1,000 flights canceled for weekend as another winter storm takes aim at East Coast
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
For the second straight week, millions of Americans will have to contend with a major winter storm — and mass travel woes at airports. Airlines preemptively slashed hundreds of flights for Saturday after the National Weather Service predicted a significant snow event, named Winter Storm Gianna, would affect a large portion of the East Coast. By 5:15 p.m. EST Friday, nearly 1,000 flights planned f
Equal best-ever offer: How good is the Delta Amex Reserve's 125,000-mile bonus?
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card has just announced a welcome bonus equal to the highest we've seen on the card. New applicants can earn 100,000 bonus miles after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first six months of card membership, plus 25,000 bonus miles after spending an additional $3,000 in the first six months of card membership — for an impressive total of 125,000 bonus
Elon Musk Emailed Extensively With Jeffrey Epstein, Asking to Visit His Notorious Island
100+Futurism / 8h
Somehow, Elon Musk’s infamous outburst accusing Donald Trump of being in the Epstein files has managed to age both incredibly well and incredibly poorly. Trump, as you’re probably well aware by now, has featured quite a bit in the DOJ’s ongoing releases of documents from its investigation into the deceased sex criminal and billionaire financier. But now so does Musk, after the government released
You watched Alex Honnold scale Taipei 101—now stream his greatest climb in Free Solo
How-To Geek / 8h
I'm convinced that Alex Honnold is not real. Case in point: Honnold climbed Taipei 101 without a rope. Oh, and he did it live on Netflix for millions to watch. A death-defying stunt like scaling a building without a rope exercises every emotion—fear, anxiety, admiration, and relief come to mind. If this was your first experience with a Honnold climb, welcome. Believe it or not, Taipei 101 isn't e
Wave bland wall spaces goodbye: I tested two of my fave digital photo frames head-to-head, and this option is perfect for giving gloomy winter rooms a glow-up
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
I pit my two fave digital photo frames against each other – while both are absolutely gorgeous, this is the one that will light up your living room the most.
Stop paying your ISP $180 a year for a terrible router
How-To Geek / 8h
If you're currently renting a modem and/or router from your internet service provider (ISP), I'm here to tell you that you should stop—for multiple reasons. You might be wasting your money, sometimes in the hundreds of dollars, and you could be getting better performance, too.
The internet mourns Catherine OHara, beloved Schitts Creek star
63Mashable / 8h
Catherine O'Hara , whose career spanned from SCTV to her Emmy-winning role on Schitt's Creek , and included beloved turns in Home Alone and Beetlejuice , has died, People confirmed on Jan. 30. She was 71. Following news of her death, tributes to O'Hara spread quickly across social media, with fans sharing clips, quotes, and memories from her decades-long career in comedy. Many revisited scenes fr
OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o, and the AI relationships community is not OK
Mashable / 8h
In a replay of a dramatic moment from 2025, OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o in just two weeks. Fans of the AI model are not taking it well. "My heart grieves and I do not have the words to express the ache in my heart." "I just opened Reddit and saw this and I feel physically sick. This is DEVASTATING. Two weeks is not warning. Two weeks is a slap in the face for those of us who built everything on 4o.
Seeing Is Believing at Your Own Peril in ‘After God’
Gizmodo / 8h
Sumi Eno's dystopian fantasy manga is a criminally underrated hidden gem that's writing circles around its contemporaries.
Google’s Project Genie Is Not for You
Gizmodo / 8h
Google tries the Yann LeCun approach.
Rivian made an electric ambulance for Grey's Anatomy
22Engadget / 8h
America’s once-promising EV transition may have taken a U-turn , but at least some in Hollywood are trying to do their part. Rivian partnered with Grey’s Anatomy to make a custom electric ambulance for the long-running series. The ambulance is a modified version of Rivian’s Commercial Van . The custom “vanbulance” serves a dual purpose: preventing on-set exhaust fumes (which could harm the cast a
This startup, backed by Bill Gates, is looking to transform computing as we know it - optical transistors could upend Moore's Law and allow more powerful GPUs
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Neurophos develops optical GPU Tulkas T100, achieving 470 petaFLOPS, high RAM, and SSD integration, aiming to advance AI computation.
SpaceX’s IPO could open the floodgates — and secondaries are booming in the meantime
TechCrunch / 8h
To unpack what SpaceX’s IPO chatter means, how private liquidity works before a debut, and what investors are looking for in today’s pre-IPO giants, we spoke with Greg Martin, managing director at Rainmaker Securities, a broker-dealer specializing in secondary share transactions for late-stage private companies.
3 Great Heated Blanket Deals on My Favorite Affordable Models
Wired / 8h
Some of our favorite heated blankets are on sale (and might even arrive in time for you to use this weekend).
Audi nails luxury on a budget with this small yet comfortable sedan
How-To Geek / 8h
In a market where luxury often comes with a hefty price tag, one compact sedan proves you don’t have to overspend to enjoy a premium driving experience. Audi has long been associated with refined interiors and composed handling, and this small sedan brings those strengths into a more attainable package. It blends upscale comfort, thoughtful design, and modern technology in a way that feels more e
'Moltbook' Is a Social Media Platform for AI Bots to Chat With Each Other
Lifehacker / 8h
The headlining story in AI news this week was OpenClaw (formerly Moltbot, which was formerly Clawbot ), a personal AI assistant that performs tasks on your behalf. The catch? You need to give it total control of your computer, which poses some serious privacy and security risks . Still, many AI enthusiasts are installing OpenClaw on their Mac minis (the device of choice), choosing to ignore the s
US Declassifies Vintage Spy Satellite With a Wildly Lopsided Orbit
Gizmodo / 9h
JUMPSEAT launched from 1971 to 1987 to collect intelligence during the Cold War-era.
6 ways to get a deal on a cruise
29The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Getting a great deal on a cruise is getting harder. Strong demand for cruises over the past couple of years has allowed cruise lines to raise fares significantly and cut back on last-minute discounts to fill unsold cabins. As a result, the fares you'll find for cruises this year are significantly higher — by 20% or more — than they were just a few years ago. So, how do you get the best cruise dea
This $110 standing desk deal from our favorite maker fixes the biggest design flaw found on almost every other budget model
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
FlexiSpot’s EN1 standing desk features a sturdy one-piece 48×24-inch desktop with smooth electric height adjustment, and it’s just received a $60 price cut.
Mystery Man Dressed as FBI Agent Tries to Break Luigi Mangione Out of Jail
Futurism / 9h
A mysterious man, dressed as an FBI agent, showed up to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn in an apparent attempt to free Luigi Mangione, the man who has been charged with killing health insurance CEO Brian Thompson . As the Associated Press reports , the impostor was later identified as 36-year-old Mark Anderson, who has previously been arrested for drug possession and has disclosed o
IKEA's cosy lighting will will give your home a glow-up to beat the winter blues, with prices from just £7
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Add a splash of warmth to any room, without touching the thermostat.
JBL Flip 7 vs Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2: two audio giants, only one winner
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
I pitted JBL against Bose in this showdown of two audio behemoths, but there was only ever going to be one champion.
The iPhone Fold is starting to feel real—here's what we know
How-To Geek / 9h
Rumors and leaks usually lead to real products, but that’s not always the case with Apple. Remember the Apple Car? So, when rumors of an iPhone Fold started popping up, people were understandably skeptical. The evidence is getting hard to ignore, though.
First Year Math: How To Turn Citi Strata Elite’s $595 Fee Into $2700 In Travel Value
View from the Wing / 9h
It's hard to imagine anyone that won't find this to be incredible for a year. After that, it's up to you.
How to Choose the Right Backup Generator for Your Home
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The U.S. power grid is suffering more outages than ever —about 45% of utility customers experienced one in the first half of 2025—and the resultant blackouts are lasting longer. As our aging electrical grid struggles to keep up with increasing air conditioner use due to a hotter planet, not to mention artificial intelligence ’s insatiable thirst f
Stop buying membrane keyboards
How-To Geek / 9h
Keyboards are among the most used everyday items in the world, yet most people still use mushy membrane keyboards. These keyboards dominate the market because they're cheap to make, not because they offer a good experience. Here's why everyone should stop using them.
These sensors are the best smart home upgrade you’ve skipped
How-To Geek / 9h
Sensors are some of the most important smart home devices you can buy. While products such as smart bulbs and smart plugs make your home easy to control, sensors are the things that can tell those devices when to spring into action. Not all sensors are created equal, however. You may be missing out on some of the most useful sensors you can buy.
Uber is literally in the driver’s seat when it comes to AV bets
TechCrunch / 9h
Self-driving truck startup Waabi’s billion-dollar fundraise isn’t just about trucks. The deal, for $750 million up front plus another $250 million from Uber tied to deployment milestones, marks a major expansion into robotaxis for the company founded by former Uber AI chief Raquel Urtasun. It also feels like another chip from Uber on the autonomous vehicle roulette table. With more […]
Catherine O’Hara, Star of ‘Beetlejuice’ and ‘Home Alone,’ Has Died
100+Gizmodo / 9h
The comedic legend also starred in 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Best in Show,' 'The Last of Us,' and so much more.
This Robot Hand Pops Off and Crawls. I Hate It So Much.
Gizmodo / 9h
Like a robotic spider! But somehow worse!
The biggest DDoS attack ever has been detected - but fortunately you probably barely noticed it
2 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Cloudflare mitigated a major attack on a telco which broke all previous records.
Upgrade your living room with these smart home gadgets
How-To Geek / 10h
How smart is your living room? Even if you spend most of your time there relaxing, there’s no reason a few considered purchases can’t make a big difference to your life.
Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney has the internet in a chokehold
Mashable / 10h
The first official look at Sam Mendes' ambitious four-film Beatles project has landed, and the internet appears to be in rare agreement when it comes to Paul Mescal stepping into the role of Paul McCartney. And honestly? I get the hype. It's giving less "actor playing Paul" and more "the spirit of McCartney himself briefly possessed this man," sparking the kind of collective approval that almost
Solawave is running a BOGO sale just in time for Galentines Day
Mashable / 10h
BOGO DEAL: Solawave is running a site-wide "Buy One, Get One Free" deal. But you'd better hurry; this stuff is selling out fast! Opens in a new window Credit: Solawave BOGO Red Light Therapy + Skincare Devices No code required! Red light therapy is usually a pretty big investment, but Solawave's latest sale makes it a lot easier to justify. Right now, the brand is running a Buy One, Get One Free
Save $50 on this TCL soundbar and immerse yourself in your favorite movies and shows
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $50.01: As of Jan. 30, get the TCL Q65H 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer for $299.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $349.99. That's a discount of 14%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon TCL Q65H 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer $299.98 at Amazon $349.99 Save $50.01 If you're tired of watching shows and movies at home with flat, tinny sound, it's time for an upgrade. You ju
Cool: Hilton Hotel Opening In Remote Northern Iceland In August 2026
42One Mile at a Time / 10h
While you’ll find a fair number of points hotels in Reykjavik and the surrounding area, there aren’t many points properties in other parts of Iceland. In 2024, we learned about Hilton’s plans to open a pretty cool new property, and this is now closer to becoming a reality, as the hotel has started accepting reservations for stays as of later this year. Basics of Skald Hotel Akureyri, Curio Collec
Sundance doc 'Ghost in the Machine' draws a damning line between AI and eugenics
Engadget / 10h
The Sundance documentary Ghost in the Machine boldly declares that the pursuit of artificial intelligence, and Silicon Valley itself, is rooted in eugenics. Director Valerie Veatch makes the case that the rise of techno-fascism from the likes of Elon Musk and Peter Thiel is a feature, not a bug. That may sound hyperbolic, but Ghost in the Machine , which is built around interviews with philosophe
Waiting for the Galaxy S26? I have the perfect T-Mobile deal to tempt you into picking up a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL instead
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
T-Mobile's current deal on the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL gets you this superb device for free with a new unlimited line - without a trade-in needed, either.
You can now stream Fallout season 1 for free on YouTube (but not for long)
How-To Geek / 10h
Fallout fans can now watch season 1 of the Prime Video TV show for free.
Anthropic brings agentic plug-ins to Cowork
TechCrunch / 10h
The company says you can use plug-ins to "tell Claude how you like work done, which tools and data to pull from, how to handle critical workflows, and what slash commands to expose so your team gets more consistent outcomes."
The Next ‘Fast and Furious’ Movie Finally Has an Official Title and Release Date
29Gizmodo / 10h
It's called 'Fast Forever' and will be in theaters on March 17, 2028.
Stop buying Gen 4 SSDs: The price gap with Gen 5 is gone
How-To Geek / 10h
The fastest SSDs seem overpriced when faced with their cheaper counterparts. Or, at the very least, they used to seem that way. But do they still?
OpenAI Is Killing ChatGPT-4o (Again)
Lifehacker / 10h
https://enterprise.shutterstock.com/image-photo/openai-logo-displayed-on-smartphone-screen-2520388517 or https://enterprise.shutterstock.com/image-photo/chatgpt-logo-displayed-on-smartphone-screen-2520385879 Last August, ChatGPT developers OpenAI unceremoniously killed the fan favorite GPT-4o model, before giving in to complaints and bringing it back a week later. Now, the company's taking a seco
The JBL Charge 5 is my most loyal travel buddy — and now this trusty Bluetooth speaker can be yours for almost £90 off
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
My fave Bluetooth speaker for taking on adventures is at its lowest price yet – so grab it for nearly half off.
Sonos home theater gear is up to 20 percent off ahead of Super Bowl LX
Engadget / 10h
Like many other companies during Super Bowl season, Sonos is discounting its home theater gear. Today, you can save $130 on the Beam (Gen 2) soundbar , bringing its price down to $369. You'll also find deals on the flagship Arc Ultra Soundbar, Sonos subwoofers, and more. The Sonos Beam is the company's sub-$500 soundbar. Engadget's pick for the best midrange model , the compact speaker has impres
You'll want to get in on UGREEN's super early bird deal for its new NAS
How-To Geek / 10h
All it takes is a $30 reservation to get on UGREEN's latest NAS series, which features local AI to make using your NAS easier than ever.
Over 175,000 publicly exposed Ollama AI servers discovered worldwide - so fix now
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Exposed servers are being used for LLMjacking, creating malicious content and being sold on the black market.
How to use R1C1 referencing style in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 11h
Don't panic—your Excel isn't broken. If your column letters suddenly turn into numbers, you've stumbled into R1C1 mode. While it looks like a glitch, it's actually a high-level tool that lets you audit your formulas and read and write your macros like a spreadsheet pro.
The Pitt just showed what happens when medicine meets TikTok
Mashable / 11h
Halfway through The Pitt 's latest episode, the show reveals that student doctor Javadi has a TikTok account. That a 20-year-old would be on the app isn't exactly a huge twist. What is surprising is that, as "Dr. J," she's built a real audience — one that tunes in for advice, between-shift storytimes, and a version of medicine that feels less scary and more familiar. SEE ALSO: 'The Pitt' Season 2
Apple to prioritize iPhone Fold over base iPhone 18 in 2026, report says
Mashable / 11h
Even Apple is feeling the effects of the ongoing memory shortage in the tech world, and some analysts say the base model iPhone 18 could be a casualty. According to a new report from Nikkei Asia , a prominent Asian business publication, Apple is changing up its iPhone release strategy for 2026. While we usually get three new iPhones (a base model, a Pro model, and a Pro Max model) in September of
Meta can read your WhatsApp messages, lawsuit alleges
Mashable / 11h
A new lawsuit claims that Meta's WhatsApp — the popular messaging platform — has made misleading privacy claims about the app. The lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court in San Francisco alleges that Meta can "store, analyze, and access virtually all of WhatsApp users' purportedly 'private' communications," which the lawsuit claims defrauds WhatsApp's users, according to a Bloomberg report . On
One of our favorite soundbars from Sonos is over $100 off
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $130 : As of Jan. 30, the Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar is on sale for $369 at Amazon. That's 26% off its list price of $499 and $20 away from its best-ever price. Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar $369 at Amazon $499 Save $130 A booming soundbar is the ticket to an epic home theater setup. So if you've already upgraded your TV and need to enhance the sound to match,
Will Bitcoin prices continue to drop Friday? What we know so far.
Mashable / 11h
After Bitcoin's price plunge yesterday , many investors are wondering how the digital asset is faring on Friday Bitcoin, as well as other alternative cryptocurrencies, experienced sharp price declines on Thursday and have yet to bounce back just one day later. Bitcoin fell to the lower $84,00 range yesterday and continued to slip into the early morning hours, hitting as low as $81,600. As of the
Bluesky issues its first transparency report, noting rise in user reports and legal demands
TechCrunch / 11h
Bluesky's first transparency reports tackle moderation, regulatory compliance, account takedowns, and more. The number of government legal requests went up fivefold.
Disgraced Crypto CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Trump Pardon With Republican Pivot
100+Gizmodo / 11h
SBF swears he was Republican-curious long before things went awry.
How and why to look at Hyatt award calendars before booking
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
World of Hyatt award charts provide a good mix of predictability and dynamic pricing. On peak travel dates, World of Hyatt can cover higher paid rates by requiring more points. And on less in-demand dates, travelers can enjoy lower points rates. Regardless of the timing of a stay, travelers always know that award nights for a particular category property will fall within a specific range. I love
'1998 on the outside — 2026 inside': Maingear's Retro98 'nostalgic sleeper' PCs are power-packed and fabulously retro
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Maingear's Retro98 PC looks like a boxy beige tower, but packs cutting-edge hardware.
Rabbit’s Next AI Gadget Is a ‘Cyberdeck’ for Vibe Coding
Gizmodo / 11h
Ah man, here we go again.
I'm excited for Fable, but worried about the combat — what do you think?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Fable looks great, but the combat has me a little concerned.
Review: The Retreat Hotel At Blue Lagoon, Iceland (Shockingly Stellar!)
One Mile at a Time / 11h
For the third hotel stay of our Iceland to The Residence via Cambodia trip , we spent one night at The Retreat Hotel at Blue Lagoon , a 60-key property at Iceland’s most famous tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon. This hotel opened back in 2018, with the goal of offering an elevated and extended experience compared to the main Blue Lagoon. Prior to my stay, I had seen virtually no “real” review o
5 of the most important iPhone apps to install first
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
If you have an iPhone then these five apps are near-essential additions, that could make your life easier, drier, and more secure.
Turtlemania Surges as ‘TMNT II: The Secret of the Ooze’ Returns to Theaters
30Gizmodo / 11h
The cult-beloved sequel celebrates its 35th anniversary with a week-long run showcasing its new 4K restoration.
Inside the marketplace powering bespoke AI deepfakes of real women
MIT Technology Review / 11h
Civitai—an online marketplace for buying and selling AI-generated content, backed by the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz—is letting users buy custom instruction files for generating celebrity deepfakes. Some of these files were specifically designed to make pornographic images banned by the site, a new analysis has found. The study, from researchers at Stanford and Indiana University, lo
The best cheap VPN in 2026
Engadget / 11h
When talking about the best VPNs , I frequently warn about the dangers of trusting free VPNs without verifying them. Although there are a few free VPNs worth recommending, many other free providers are ineffective, malicious or looking to profit off their users (or sometimes all three). Even the best free VPNs work a lot better once you subscribe and access their full service. This can be frustra
Why multifunction 3D printers aren't as good as they sound
How-To Geek / 11h
The fact that we have 3D printers in our homes is already something that would blow my teenage sci-fi loving mind, but now you can buy systems that not only print in 3D, but can do laser cutting, engraving, and even milling. On paper, this sounds like the perfect solution for small home workshops, or anyone who wants to tinker.
Expand your DIY kit with this discounted Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $34.90: As of Jan. 30, get the Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit for $314.10, down from its usual price of $349. That's a discount of 10%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit $314.10 at Amazon $349 Save $34.90 If you're still looking for a reason to get up off the couch and get to work on your DIY projects, we've got one right here. New year, new you? H
Prime members can get $5 off Grubhub right now (heres the code)
Mashable / 11h
GET $5 OFF: Amazon is offering $5 off a Grubhub order of $15 or more when you link your Prime and Grubhub accounts. Opens in a new window Credit: Grubhub/Amazon Get FREE Grubhub+! Get $5 off a Grubhub order of $15 or more when you link your Prime and Grubhub accounts. Amazon Prime comes with a ton of perks: Free same-day delivery, streaming deals (including access to Amazon Music Unlimited ), fue
Amid Lawsuits, OpenAI Says It Will Retire “Reckless” Model Linked to Deaths
Futurism / 11h
OpenAI announced on Thursday that it would retire GPT-4o — an especially warm, sycophantic version of the chatbot at the heart of a pile of user welfare lawsuits, including several that accuse OpenAI of causing wrongful death — along with several other older versions of the chatbot. In a blog post , OpenAI said that will sunset “GPT‑4o, GPT‑4.1, GPT‑4.1 mini, and OpenAI o4-mini” by February 13, 2
Mario Kart World vs Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: which Nintendo racer stands atop the podium?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I love Mario Kart World, but is it actually better than Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s which Nintendo racer takes first place.
School Spirits season 3 episode 4 is 'so unfamiliar that it's terrifying' as star warns of 'different show' to come
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
After its head-spinning three-episode premiere, School Spirits season 3 is officially in session. But according to one star, the next three episodes are 'a completely different show'.
American Airlines Is Basically Break-Even — Its Loyalty Program Makes Billions While Flying Bleeds It All Away
View from the Wing / 11h
American Airlines is basically break-even for the year—despite a loyalty program that throws off enormous profit. The paradox is the story: AAdvantage prints money, but the airline’s core flying operation has been bleeding it away, reflecting years of wrong-market focus, fleet decisions, and a pivot away from premium just as the industry moved the other direction.
Reid Hoffman urges Silicon Valley leaders to stop bending the knee to President Trump
51TechCrunch / 11h
Some Valley CEOs have condemned recent border patrol events, but Hoffman urges them to wield their influence more powerfully.
Russian hackers breached Polish power grid thanks to bad security, report says
TechCrunch / 11h
The Polish government accused a Russian government hacking group of hacking into energy facilities taking advantage of default usernames and passwords.
Think brewing coffee with fresh beans is too much hassle? The new Philips Baristina might just change your mind with its 'one swipe' system
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Freshly-brewed espresso in a flash, without the expense or waste of coffee pods.
This dangerous North Korean malware has now split into three entities for maximum impact
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Labyrinth Chollima is morphing into three separate entities, engaging in cyber-espionage, and crypto theft, against firms in the west.
RFK Jr. Stacks Key Autism Panel With Vaccine Skeptics
51Gizmodo / 11h
Several new members of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee have pushed unproven therapies for autism or misrepresented the safety of vaccines.
How far does $5,000 go when you want an electric car?
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
I've been thinking about used electric vehicles lately. It's not news that EVs depreciate faster than gasoline-powered cars. All the incentives like tax credits and OEM rebates that entice the first owner to sign the paperwork are factored in by whoever wants to be the second owner. There are widespread— if mostly ill-founded —worries about battery longevity and having to shell out for expensive
NASA faces a crucial choice on a Mars spacecraft—and it must decide soon
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
A consequential debate that has been simmering behind closed doors at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC, must soon come to a head. It concerns the selection of the next spacecraft the agency will fly to Mars, and it could set the tone for the next decade of exploration of the red planet. What everyone agrees on is that NASA needs a new spacecraft capable of relaying communications from Mars to
Perfect minimalism: I found 32 crisp white home office finds for a calming 'clean desk' aesthetic
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Create an ocean of calm in your home office with all-white home-working tech and decor.
The first season of Amazon's Fallout show is now free on Youtube
Engadget / 11h
Fallout ’s second season is coming to a close, and it’s been well worth the wait. But if a reluctance to add yet another subscription to your streaming rotation means you haven’t watched Amazon’s surprisingly excellent adaptation yet, you might be interested to know that the company is currently releasing season one for free on the Prime Video YouTube channel. Whether driven by Amazon wanting eve
The Calibre eBook manager just got a big update
How-To Geek / 11h
The popular eBook reader and manager app Calibre just got a big update. Calibre 9.0 is now rolling out with a new bookshelf view, more editing options, and much more.
Stop self-hosting your password manager—do this instead
How-To Geek / 11h
I self-host almost every service I use in my homelab. If I can self-host it, chances are, I do—except for passwords. I refuse to self-host my password manager, and find that a hosted password manager gives me the peace of mind I need for my digital life.
10 Hacks Every Safari User Should Know
Lifehacker / 11h
If you're the kind of person who only uses Safari to download Chrome, you need to think again. For a Mac user, Safari might be the best browser there is ( yes, even better than Chrome ). It's fast, secure, doesn't buckle under most loads, sips RAM instead of munching through it, and it'll help your battery last longer as well. And yes, there are even extensions and ad blockers that work natively
Owala Tattoos add a new layer of customization to our favorite emotional support FreeSip bottle
Mashable / 12h
When it comes to self-care and overall health, staying hydrated is at the top of the list (in addition to getting good sleep ). But actually chugging down those ounces of H2O is sometimes challenging. As silly as it seems, having a water bottle you love can make staying hydrated way easier. And Mashable's favorite water bottle, the viral Owala FreeSip , just got a major upgrade with the addition
This 65-inch LG Mini LED 4K TV is the ultimate upgrade at over $400 off
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $403 : As of Jan. 30, the LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV is on sale for just $796.99 at Amazon and Best Buy . That's a savings of over $400 or about 34%. Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV $796.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $403 Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV $796.99 at Best Buy $1,199.99 Save $403 Upgrading your TV starts
If GTA 6 gets delayed again, it may never live up to its hype – here's exactly why
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Another delay for GTA 6 might leave fans losing interest in the game, and our recent poll indicates that.
The iPhone just got 10x optical zoom – this impressive teleconverter kit previously seen on Vivo phones just landed for Apple fans
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
A new Kickstarter campaign gives you a much higher zoom option for your iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro.
How to maximize Valentine's Day purchases with shopping portals and statement credits
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Valentine's Day is all about celebrating the people you love, but costs can add up quickly. Between flowers, gifts, dinner reservations and getting around town, it's easy to spend hundreds before you even realize it. The good news is that by using shopping portals and taking advantage of built-in credit card perks , you can offset a meaningful portion of your Valentine's Day spending without chan
In a Sea of Melting Ice, These Polar Bears Are Doing Something Unexpected
Gizmodo / 12h
Can’t remember the last time you heard good news about this threatened species? Well, here you go.
How to turn your old Android phone into a portable Wi-Fi router
How-To Geek / 12h
Travelers who are concerned about their network connectivity often think that they need a dedicated travel router, but in reality, an old Android phone can do the same job—and sometimes even better. Before spending money on extra hardware, you should consider putting your old phone to work as a portable hotspot instead.
After Minneapolis, Tech CEOs Are Struggling to Stay Silent
62Wired / 12h
Silicon Valley’s power brokers spent the past year currying favor with President Trump. Two deadly shootings in Minneapolis are now exposing the price of that bargain.
Windscribe promises users in Iran and Russia "solutions" to ongoing VPN crackdown — here's everything we know
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
As Iran and Russia double down their VPN crackdown, Windscribe confirms it's working on solutions, with wider support for the AmneziaWG protocol being the "highest priority."
Hugging Face platform hijacked to send out Android malware - here's what we know so far
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Popular AI platform Hugging Face is being used for Android malware which can take over compromised devices.
The Films and Shows You Should Be Streaming in February 2026
Gizmodo / 12h
We've picked out the best horror, sci-fi, and genre titles coming to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and beyond.
No, Linux is not "more secure" than Windows
How-To Geek / 12h
In Linux communities, especially among those new to the scene, I often see people hailing Linux as a security powerhouse in contrast to other operating systems. They imply that switching to Linux gives you some kind of shield of armor against common threats.
Darren Aronofsky’s AI-Generated Show Contains Garbled Neural Gore, Even Just in the Teaser Trailer
Futurism / 12h
The use of generative AI in creative fields has turned into a flame war — a nightmare of meaningless and derivative AI slop that we’re seemingly unable to awaken from. The internet is being asphyxiated by incoherent AI-generated dri vel as tech leaders continue to assure us that it’s the future we’ve always wanted. Even Hollywood hasn’t been safe from the onslaught, despite some of the biggest na
Tesla’s Model S, Soon to Be History, Changed the Auto Industry
21NYT > Technology / 12h
The company’s chief executive, Elon Musk, said this week that it would stop making the car, an electric pioneer in 2012, as well as the Model X.
Miss Windows 10's movable taskbar? You still can't relocate it in Windows 11, but a new PowerToys feature could be the next best thing
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
PowerToys is a nifty suite of add-ons for Windows 11, and a potential new feature could be a welcome addition.
250 Avios Per Dollar Spent On Kate Spade Purchases (Avios Now Posting?)
100+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Update : On January 2, 2026, I posted about how British Airways’ shopping portal was showing earnings rates of 250x Avios per dollar spent on Kate Spade purchases. Initially it appeared that British Airways wasn’t planning on honoring this, but OMAAT reader Harold reports that 250x earnings rates are now correctly showing as “pending” in the shopping portal. We’ll see what comes of this… below is
Bring the theater home with $200 off the Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $200: As of Jan. 30, get the Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar for $899 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099. That's a discount of 18%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar $899 at Amazon $1,099 Save $200 If you're a big proponent of staying in and enjoying your favorite movies and TV shows at home, a soundbar can make a huge difference. It can help to better immers
This Lego Valentines gift wont wilt (and its under $25)
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 31%: As of Jan. 30, you can get the Lego Looney Tunes Sweetheart Tweety Bird (40824) for $23.99, down from $34.99, at Amazon. That's a 31% discount or $11 savings. Lego Looney Tunes Sweetheart Tweety Bird (40824) $23.99 at Amazon $34.99 Save $11.00 Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for a gift that'll last longer than a bouquet of roses, this Looney Tunes-themed
Tragic Death of Canadian Backpacker Prompts Dingo Cull. Here’s Why It’s the Wrong Move
Gizmodo / 12h
Will killing dingoes on Australia’s K’gari Island make visitors safer? These experts say it’s unlikely.
Elon Musk Considers Merging SpaceX With xAI, as He Races to Beat Sam Altman to IPO
24Gizmodo / 12h
The race for the first major AI IPO is on.
Sony Knows You Want a True PlayStation Handheld, Even Though it May Take a While
Gizmodo / 12h
Will a PlayStation Portal with an OLED screen tide you over?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is now available to buy at the official Samsung Store with a price tag that will make your bank account cry
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
There's no escaping the financial blow if you want this stunning device
Stephen Colbert slams Amazon for spending $75 million on Melania documentary
87Mashable / 17h
The Melania documentary has had its premiere, and like Jimmy Kimme l, Stephen Colbert has thoughts — particularly about how much money Amazon spent on it. "This film did not come cheap, y'all. To produce and distribute it Jeff Bezos paid $75 million . Now obviously he's one of richest men in the world, that's chump change to Bezos himself, but it might have helped the 16,000 people that Amazon an
Lufthansa Airbus A380s Getting New Business Class, But Not Allegris Seats
4KOne Mile at a Time / 15h
For a couple of years now, we’ve known that Lufthansa plans to introduce new business class cabins on its Airbus A380s. While this project was first supposed to start in 2025, that timeline was ultimately delayed. There’s now an update , as the airline has formally announced when these planes will be retrofitted. All Lufthansa A380s get new business class by mid-2027 Lufthansa has confirmed plans
Court Filings: ICE Uses “Mobile Fortify” To Identify Protesters — Global Entry and PreCheck Get Revoked
100+View from the Wing / 8h
ICE is using a smartphone app called “Mobile Fortify” to scan faces and capture contactless fingerprints, instantly pulling back names and biographical data — and court filings say the same encounters are being followed by revocations of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck. That turns “trusted traveler” into chilling of speech. DHS runs both the surveillance and the program, and being “under investigati
This Nintendo Switch 2 case may not be the most stylish, but its storage space and low price impressed me
Latest from TechRadar / 32min
If you need a Nintendo Switch 2 case, this purse-like model could be up your alley — but it wasn’t exactly my favorite.
NYT Pips hints, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know basketball coaches. 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 Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're artistic. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints a
NYT Strands hints, answers for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a sports fan. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. Th
Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 31, 2026
Mashable / 59min
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a giving person. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connectio
a16z partner Kofi Ampadu to leave firm after TxO program pause
TechCrunch / 3h
Ampadu's departure perhaps signals the end of the TxO chapter. The fund and program focused on supporting underserved founders by providing access to tech networks and investment capital through a donor-advised fund.
I tested the world’s first f/1.4 135mm prime, and it’s a portrait photographer’s dream
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG | A is the world’s-first 135mm prime with an f/1.4 aperture and replaces its nearly decade old predecessor.
‘Fun, flexible and affordable’ – I tested Ikea’s super-cheap Bluetooth speaker and, as long as you’re not expecting Sonos-toppling sound, it’s a blast
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
I tested Ikea’s extremely budget Bluetooth banger – and it’s a really fun way to create a mock multi-room system for less moolah.
‘One month out and they’re still building Tomorrowland’: unseen footage reveals the incredible story of the making of Disneyland
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
TechRadar chatted with Leslie Iwerks, director of Disneyland Handcrafted, on how rare archival footage was pieced together to tell the story of Disneyland’s last-minute construction – and why its original ideas still matter today.
Physical Intelligence, Stripe veteran Lachy Groom’s latest bet, is building Silicon Valley’s buzziest robot brains
34TechCrunch / 4h
If co-founder Lachy Groom has any doubts, he doesn’t show it. He’s working with people who've been working on this problem for decades and who believe the timing is finally right, which is all he needs to know.
7 new horror movies on Netflix, Shudder, HBO Max, and more in February 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
There are seven great horror movies streaming in February, and you're sure to fall in love with some of them.
Passenger Strips, Rushes the Door, and Threatens Crew — Then Jumps to the Tarmac and Gets Arrested
View from the Wing / 4h
A passenger stripped down and rampaged through the cabin on a Nha Trang–Bangkok flight, threatening flight attendants and even trying to get an aircraft door opened mid-flight. The plane made an emergency landing at Bangkok Don Mueang — and once on the ground, he demanded the door be opened anyway, then jumped onto the tarmac before stairs were in place and was arrested.
Jeff Bezos’s Rocket Company Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Focus on the Moon
NYT > Technology / 4h
The New Shepard rocket from Blue Origin, which brought 92 people on trips to the edge of space, will cease flying for at least two years as the company prioritizes NASA contracts.
OnlyFans considering selling majority stake to Architect Capital
TechCrunch / 4h
This isn't the first time in recent memory that OnlyFans has been in talks to sell off its business.
OpenClaw’s AI assistants are now building their own social network
21TechCrunch / 4h
The viral personal AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot has a new shell — again. After briefly rebranding as Moltbot, it has now picked OpenClaw as its new name.
Ditch monthly cloud fees with this secure Dropbox alternative for $99.97
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Internxt is a secure, privacy-first Dropbox alternative offering 2TB of end-to-end encrypted cloud storage for a one-time payment of $99.97 (reg. $900). Opens in a new window Credit: Internxt Internxt Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription $99.97 $900 Save $800.03 It’s easy to forget about cloud storage until you get the dreaded “insufficient storage” notification. What’s harder to forget is
10 Hacks Every Nintendo Switch (or Switch 2) Owner Should Know
Lifehacker / 5h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The Nintendo Switch and the Switch 2 are pretty user-friendly devices, but sometimes, that can be a bit more of a hindrance than a help. It's easy to jump right into a game, but if you want to toggle on a feature like dark mode or, say, even make a Mii, you have to jump through a lot of hoops in the settings menus. That's a shame, because if you'r
The Success of ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Is Already Influencing HBO’s Other ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff Plans
Gizmodo / 5h
He may be tall, but Dunk's adventures could mean HBO's future in Westeros looks a little smaller in scale than initially planned.
Sonos will ‘ramp up’ hardware launches in 2026 — here are the 6 new products I’m hoping to see
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
From upgraded compact Dolby Atmos to a mid-price portable speaker, and more picks from our audio experts.
I’m sad that my Raspberry Pi can’t do this
How-To Geek / 5h
The Raspberry Pi is a box of tricks that can do almost anything you’d want from a small computer in the home. It can run a smart home server, host cloud storage, and even replace your Roku as a full-blown media center. But limitations do exist, and I’ve recently run into one.
Panera Bread breach: ShinyHunters claims hack of 14 million customers data
5 TTPs•
Mashable / 5h
The hacking group ShinyHunters is at it again. This time, it's customers of the bakery chain Panera Bread who've had their private data compromised. This appears to be part of the same breach we reported on earlier this week, which targeted Match Group users . On their website earlier this week, ShinyHunters confirmed that they are behind a Panera Bread data breach that has resulted in more than
Right-Wing Gun Enthusiasts and Extremists Are Working Overtime to Justify Alex Pretti’s Killing
200+Wired / 5h
Donald Trump has appeared to undermine Second Amendment rights in statements about Alex Pretti’s killing. Many in the firearms community are going along with it.
Xi Jinping says 'epoch-making technological transformation' of AI can change the human race - but unsurprisingly wants Chinese firms to lead the way
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Xi Jinping sees AI as a national priority while China manages overcapacity, promotes domestic breakthroughs, and prepares the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Ignore the advice to 'stop' partitioning: Why I still split my SSDs
How-To Geek / 6h
You might have read my colleague Arol's recent advice to stop partitioning your SSD , and I think he makes some legitimate points. However, as someone who has been partitioning their drives for decades, SSD or not, I'd like to remind everyone that there are important reasons you should partition your SSDs.
San Francisco gets a new nonstop flight to Central America beginning June 1
27The Points Guy Articles / 6h
California's Bay Area is getting a new nonstop flight to Central America. Colombian airline Avianca on Friday announced that it's launching a new nonstop route from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Guatemala City's La Aurora International Airport (GUA). This will be a new seasonal route, so the flights will operate during the summer months. Avianca, a member of Star Alliance , isn't a
Watch these Netflix movies and shows before they're gone in February 2026
How-To Geek / 6h
Yes, Bridgerton is back on the menu as part of Netflix's list of new titles coming to the streamer in February . But as we go boldly into the year's second month, since it's also the shortest, that means you have even less time to take in the pile of movies and shows that will be leaving soon.
Japan Botched a Satellite Launch in One of the Weirdest Ways Possible
Gizmodo / 6h
Japan's H3 rocket lost its payload fairing around 4 minutes after launch, leaving a satellite exposed and hanging on for dear life.
‘There’s something to be said when, 5 minutes before you go on air, someone slides you a card of what you’re going to say if a person falls off a building and dies,’ Skyscraper Live host responds to criticism of anxiety-filled broadcast
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
‘I totally get it’ Skyscraper Live host understands why fans were frustrated with the show.
AI Agents Have Their Own Social Network Now, and They Would Like a Little Privacy
Gizmodo / 6h
Moltbook is a place for chatbots to link and connect with other chatbots, and all we can do is watch.
Black Ops 7 Season 2 features seven new weapons, including a brutal handheld buzzsaw
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Activision has lifted the lid on what fans can expect come Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 2.
This $50 IKEA air purifier looks like a little Scandi suitcase and has everything you need for clean air whenever you go
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The simple, squared-off design can stand upright or be laid on its side.
Informant told FBI that Jeffrey Epstein had a ‘personal hacker’
TechCrunch / 6h
The hacker allegedly developed zero-day exploits and offensive cyber tools and sold them to several countries, including an unnamed central African government, the U.K., and the United States.
The United States Is Suffering Stomach-Churning Brain Drain
Futurism / 6h
As Donald Trump has taken an axe to US federal spending , thousands of highly educated experts in scientific fields have left the government. In an astonishing reversal, the country which has historically benefited from the “brain drain” phenomenon is now experiencing it within its own government. Brain drain refers to circumstances in which highly trained experts from underdeveloped and overexpl
Premium but affordable: the Korean luxury sedan that undercuts Lexus
How-To Geek / 6h
Luxury sedans often come with premium price tags, but one Korean contender is changing expectations in 2025 by delivering upscale refinement at a surprisingly accessible cost. While brands like Lexus have long set the benchmark for comfort and quality, this model undercuts its pricier rivals without sacrificing the premium experience that buyers crave. For shoppers who want sophistication and val
“How Is This Allowed?” Photo Alleges American Airlines Flight Attendant Wore a Keffiyeh — The Real Issue Is Crew Power
32View from the Wing / 6h
A photo circulating online alleges an American Airlines flight attendant was wearing a keffiyeh in uniform to show support for Palestinian resistance. The bigger issue is power: crew members control whether you fly and whether you get labeled disruptive. Political signaling from the people in charge of the cabin is a problem. It's also against airline rules.
This Entry-Level Roborock Robot Vacuum Is 44% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 6h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Robot vacuums can get expensive quickly, especially as you move into models with features such as self-emptying bins and hot-water mopping. But if you’re looking to dip your toe into this world without dropping major cash, the Roborock Q7 L5 robot vacuum and mop is a low-st
February’s Lego Releases Want You to Catch ‘Em All
Gizmodo / 6h
Lego is following its blockbuster January with one of its biggest new lines in years: Pokémon.
I replaced Microsoft Paint with a powerful open-source alternative
How-To Geek / 6h
Microsoft Paint has been a classic app in Windows for decades, but I haven't liked recent changes—especially the forced introduction of Copilot, which brings AI features. So, I found a free and open-source alternative to use instead.
Bilt cardholders: You now have until Feb. 1 to select your Bilt 2.0 product
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
If you haven't decided what to do with your Bilt Mastercard® , Bilt has extended the deadline to Feb. 1; the previous cutoff date was Jan. 30. Now, Feb. 1 is the last day to seamlessly transition from your old card to a new one from the Bilt 2.0 portfolio. While there's a lot to take in around Bilt's 2.0 cards , its tiered system for earning points on rent or mortgage payments and its new rewards
Instagram might soon let you remove yourself from someone’s Close Friends list
TechCrunch / 7h
Since the feature's launch in 2018, users haven't been able to remove themselves from someone else's Close Friends list.
Blue Origin pauses space tourism flights to focus on the moon
TechCrunch / 7h
The company is trying to take advantage of President Donald Trump's desire to return astronauts to the lunar surface by the end of his term.
Nvidia has no plans to stop Shield TV updates, hasn’t ruled out a Shield 2
How-To Geek / 7h
The Nvidia Shield TV is an iconic device, right up there with the Nexus One and Moto DROID. Many people consider it to be the best streaming device despite the fact that the latest model is over five years old. That’s because Nvidia is still supporting even the oldest models, and apparently, it doesn’t plan on stopping.
You May Be Eligible for Part of This $10.5 Million Spam Text Settlement
Lifehacker / 7h
Unsolicited texts are annoying—and even more so if they keep coming from a legitimate sender after you've opted out. If you received text spam from Kaiser Permanente, you may be eligible for a cash payout for each message. The healthcare company, which serves over 12.5 million members, recently settled a $10.5 million class action lawsuit filed over marketing text messages sent after recipients t
George R.R. Martin Almost Planned a Very Different Kind of Targaryen Power for ‘Game of Thrones’
Gizmodo / 7h
There have been some hints of it in 'House of the Dragon' and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.'
3 must-see Prime Video shows to binge this weekend (January 30 - February 1)
How-To Geek / 7h
As you settle in for another cold weekend indoors, do it with no worries about what you’re going to watch, thanks to Amazon Prime Video. While their library of new content grows, their selection of previously released titles remains fresh and very much in your face, which I appreciate.
Experts Say Bitcoin’s Crash Is Only Getting Started
Futurism / 7h
Cryptocurrency markets plunged this week — to the dismay of crypto bros everywhere — with Bitcoin reaching two-month lows of just over $81,000 before leveling out around $84,000 by Friday afternoon. Trump’s recent controversial pick for Federal Reserve chair seemingly did little to reassure already spooked investors, as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures continued to tumble on Friday . His appointmen
Delta Amex Card Limited Time Welcome Offers: Up To 125K SkyMiles
400+One Mile at a Time / 7h
Delta and American Express have a portfolio of co-branded credit cards . Every so often, the cards have limited time welcome offers, and if you’re interested in these cards, that’s when you’ll want to apply. This is one of those times. While Delta SkyMiles is far from my favorite mileage currency, I appreciate that miles in the program have a “floor” value, based on all the ways there are to rede
I Let Google’s ‘Auto Browse’ AI Agent Take Over Chrome. It Didn’t Quite Click
25Wired / 7h
Auto Browse can shop for clothes, plan a trip, and buy tickets for you. Or at least, that’s the idea.
Everything coming to Prime Video in February 2026
How-To Geek / 7h
Things continue to ramp up in 2026, with Prime Video releasing all the goods on its February movie and TV show lineup. For the year's shortest month, the streaming behemoth is packing it to the rafters with more than 70 new titles, spanning genres from classic comedies, dramas, and action flicks to new documentaries and thrillers.
Nvidia's next-gen full Earth-2 digital twin AI models will predict and forecast the next big storm faster and more accurately
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Nvidia Earth-2 AI models integrate high-resolution data and open source tools to deliver faster, more accurate global and local weather forecasts.
Huge United Business Card 100K Bonus Miles Limited Time Welcome Offer
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Link: Learn more about the United℠ Business Card We’ve just seen a big new limited time welcome offer rolled out on the United℠ Business Card , which is United’s most popular co-branded business credit card. So if you’ve been considering applying for the card, now is the ideal time to do so… United Business Card offering 100K bonus miles & more The United℠ Business Card is offering a limited time
Nine Phone Settings to Change Before Attending a Protest
Lifehacker / 7h
Before you head out to a protest, take some precautions to protect your privacy and both the physical and digital security of any device you bring along. The most secure option, of course, is to leave your phone at home, but you can also lock things down to minimize the risk that your data will be accessible to law enforcement or someone who gets hold of your device. Thankfully, both iOS and Andr
Elon Musk Emailed With Jeffrey Epstein to Plan Island Visits in 2012 and 2014
300+Gizmodo / 7h
Epstein wrote an email to Musk in 2013 discussing a visit with four "assistants," newly released DOJ documents show.
NASA used Claude to plot a route for its Perseverance rover on Mars
Engadget / 8h
Since 2021, NASA's Perseverance rover has achieved a number of historic milestones, including sending back the first audio recordings from Mars . Now, nearly five years after landing on the Red Planet , it just achieved another feat. This past December, Perseverance successfully completed a route through a section of the Jezero crater plotted by Anthropic's Claude chatbot , marking the first time
The 4 hidden things costing you money on gas every winter
How-To Geek / 8h
Winter Storm Fern, the name given to the massive storm by The Weather Channel, impacted over 200 million Americans and spanned 34 states. While it’s best to stay home when such fierce storms and blizzards move through our communities, sometimes it’s just not possible.
Could Poop Pills Be a Secret Weapon Against Cancer?
Gizmodo / 8h
Two new studies highlight the potential of fecal microbiota transplantation as a boon to cancer immunotherapy.
1,000 flights canceled for weekend as another winter storm takes aim at East Coast
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
For the second straight week, millions of Americans will have to contend with a major winter storm — and mass travel woes at airports. Airlines preemptively slashed hundreds of flights for Saturday after the National Weather Service predicted a significant snow event, named Winter Storm Gianna, would affect a large portion of the East Coast. By 5:15 p.m. EST Friday, nearly 1,000 flights planned f
Equal best-ever offer: How good is the Delta Amex Reserve's 125,000-mile bonus?
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card has just announced a welcome bonus equal to the highest we've seen on the card. New applicants can earn 100,000 bonus miles after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first six months of card membership, plus 25,000 bonus miles after spending an additional $3,000 in the first six months of card membership — for an impressive total of 125,000 bonus
Elon Musk Emailed Extensively With Jeffrey Epstein, Asking to Visit His Notorious Island
100+Futurism / 8h
Somehow, Elon Musk’s infamous outburst accusing Donald Trump of being in the Epstein files has managed to age both incredibly well and incredibly poorly. Trump, as you’re probably well aware by now, has featured quite a bit in the DOJ’s ongoing releases of documents from its investigation into the deceased sex criminal and billionaire financier. But now so does Musk, after the government released
You watched Alex Honnold scale Taipei 101—now stream his greatest climb in Free Solo
How-To Geek / 8h
I'm convinced that Alex Honnold is not real. Case in point: Honnold climbed Taipei 101 without a rope. Oh, and he did it live on Netflix for millions to watch. A death-defying stunt like scaling a building without a rope exercises every emotion—fear, anxiety, admiration, and relief come to mind. If this was your first experience with a Honnold climb, welcome. Believe it or not, Taipei 101 isn't e
Wave bland wall spaces goodbye: I tested two of my fave digital photo frames head-to-head, and this option is perfect for giving gloomy winter rooms a glow-up
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
I pit my two fave digital photo frames against each other – while both are absolutely gorgeous, this is the one that will light up your living room the most.
Stop paying your ISP $180 a year for a terrible router
How-To Geek / 8h
If you're currently renting a modem and/or router from your internet service provider (ISP), I'm here to tell you that you should stop—for multiple reasons. You might be wasting your money, sometimes in the hundreds of dollars, and you could be getting better performance, too.
The internet mourns Catherine OHara, beloved Schitts Creek star
63Mashable / 8h
Catherine O'Hara , whose career spanned from SCTV to her Emmy-winning role on Schitt's Creek , and included beloved turns in Home Alone and Beetlejuice , has died, People confirmed on Jan. 30. She was 71. Following news of her death, tributes to O'Hara spread quickly across social media, with fans sharing clips, quotes, and memories from her decades-long career in comedy. Many revisited scenes fr
OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o, and the AI relationships community is not OK
Mashable / 8h
In a replay of a dramatic moment from 2025, OpenAI is retiring GPT-4o in just two weeks. Fans of the AI model are not taking it well. "My heart grieves and I do not have the words to express the ache in my heart." "I just opened Reddit and saw this and I feel physically sick. This is DEVASTATING. Two weeks is not warning. Two weeks is a slap in the face for those of us who built everything on 4o.
Seeing Is Believing at Your Own Peril in ‘After God’
Gizmodo / 8h
Sumi Eno's dystopian fantasy manga is a criminally underrated hidden gem that's writing circles around its contemporaries.
Google’s Project Genie Is Not for You
Gizmodo / 8h
Google tries the Yann LeCun approach.
Rivian made an electric ambulance for Grey's Anatomy
22Engadget / 8h
America’s once-promising EV transition may have taken a U-turn , but at least some in Hollywood are trying to do their part. Rivian partnered with Grey’s Anatomy to make a custom electric ambulance for the long-running series. The ambulance is a modified version of Rivian’s Commercial Van . The custom “vanbulance” serves a dual purpose: preventing on-set exhaust fumes (which could harm the cast a
This startup, backed by Bill Gates, is looking to transform computing as we know it - optical transistors could upend Moore's Law and allow more powerful GPUs
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Neurophos develops optical GPU Tulkas T100, achieving 470 petaFLOPS, high RAM, and SSD integration, aiming to advance AI computation.
SpaceX’s IPO could open the floodgates — and secondaries are booming in the meantime
TechCrunch / 8h
To unpack what SpaceX’s IPO chatter means, how private liquidity works before a debut, and what investors are looking for in today’s pre-IPO giants, we spoke with Greg Martin, managing director at Rainmaker Securities, a broker-dealer specializing in secondary share transactions for late-stage private companies.
3 Great Heated Blanket Deals on My Favorite Affordable Models
Wired / 8h
Some of our favorite heated blankets are on sale (and might even arrive in time for you to use this weekend).
Audi nails luxury on a budget with this small yet comfortable sedan
How-To Geek / 8h
In a market where luxury often comes with a hefty price tag, one compact sedan proves you don’t have to overspend to enjoy a premium driving experience. Audi has long been associated with refined interiors and composed handling, and this small sedan brings those strengths into a more attainable package. It blends upscale comfort, thoughtful design, and modern technology in a way that feels more e
'Moltbook' Is a Social Media Platform for AI Bots to Chat With Each Other
Lifehacker / 8h
The headlining story in AI news this week was OpenClaw (formerly Moltbot, which was formerly Clawbot ), a personal AI assistant that performs tasks on your behalf. The catch? You need to give it total control of your computer, which poses some serious privacy and security risks . Still, many AI enthusiasts are installing OpenClaw on their Mac minis (the device of choice), choosing to ignore the s
US Declassifies Vintage Spy Satellite With a Wildly Lopsided Orbit
Gizmodo / 9h
JUMPSEAT launched from 1971 to 1987 to collect intelligence during the Cold War-era.
6 ways to get a deal on a cruise
29The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Getting a great deal on a cruise is getting harder. Strong demand for cruises over the past couple of years has allowed cruise lines to raise fares significantly and cut back on last-minute discounts to fill unsold cabins. As a result, the fares you'll find for cruises this year are significantly higher — by 20% or more — than they were just a few years ago. So, how do you get the best cruise dea
This $110 standing desk deal from our favorite maker fixes the biggest design flaw found on almost every other budget model
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
FlexiSpot’s EN1 standing desk features a sturdy one-piece 48×24-inch desktop with smooth electric height adjustment, and it’s just received a $60 price cut.
Mystery Man Dressed as FBI Agent Tries to Break Luigi Mangione Out of Jail
Futurism / 9h
A mysterious man, dressed as an FBI agent, showed up to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn in an apparent attempt to free Luigi Mangione, the man who has been charged with killing health insurance CEO Brian Thompson . As the Associated Press reports , the impostor was later identified as 36-year-old Mark Anderson, who has previously been arrested for drug possession and has disclosed o
IKEA's cosy lighting will will give your home a glow-up to beat the winter blues, with prices from just £7
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Add a splash of warmth to any room, without touching the thermostat.
JBL Flip 7 vs Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2: two audio giants, only one winner
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
I pitted JBL against Bose in this showdown of two audio behemoths, but there was only ever going to be one champion.
The iPhone Fold is starting to feel real—here's what we know
How-To Geek / 9h
Rumors and leaks usually lead to real products, but that’s not always the case with Apple. Remember the Apple Car? So, when rumors of an iPhone Fold started popping up, people were understandably skeptical. The evidence is getting hard to ignore, though.
First Year Math: How To Turn Citi Strata Elite’s $595 Fee Into $2700 In Travel Value
View from the Wing / 9h
It's hard to imagine anyone that won't find this to be incredible for a year. After that, it's up to you.
How to Choose the Right Backup Generator for Your Home
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The U.S. power grid is suffering more outages than ever —about 45% of utility customers experienced one in the first half of 2025—and the resultant blackouts are lasting longer. As our aging electrical grid struggles to keep up with increasing air conditioner use due to a hotter planet, not to mention artificial intelligence ’s insatiable thirst f
Stop buying membrane keyboards
How-To Geek / 9h
Keyboards are among the most used everyday items in the world, yet most people still use mushy membrane keyboards. These keyboards dominate the market because they're cheap to make, not because they offer a good experience. Here's why everyone should stop using them.
These sensors are the best smart home upgrade you’ve skipped
How-To Geek / 9h
Sensors are some of the most important smart home devices you can buy. While products such as smart bulbs and smart plugs make your home easy to control, sensors are the things that can tell those devices when to spring into action. Not all sensors are created equal, however. You may be missing out on some of the most useful sensors you can buy.
Uber is literally in the driver’s seat when it comes to AV bets
TechCrunch / 9h
Self-driving truck startup Waabi’s billion-dollar fundraise isn’t just about trucks. The deal, for $750 million up front plus another $250 million from Uber tied to deployment milestones, marks a major expansion into robotaxis for the company founded by former Uber AI chief Raquel Urtasun. It also feels like another chip from Uber on the autonomous vehicle roulette table. With more […]
Catherine O’Hara, Star of ‘Beetlejuice’ and ‘Home Alone,’ Has Died
100+Gizmodo / 9h
The comedic legend also starred in 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Best in Show,' 'The Last of Us,' and so much more.
This Robot Hand Pops Off and Crawls. I Hate It So Much.
Gizmodo / 9h
Like a robotic spider! But somehow worse!
The biggest DDoS attack ever has been detected - but fortunately you probably barely noticed it
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Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Cloudflare mitigated a major attack on a telco which broke all previous records.
Upgrade your living room with these smart home gadgets
How-To Geek / 10h
How smart is your living room? Even if you spend most of your time there relaxing, there’s no reason a few considered purchases can’t make a big difference to your life.
Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney has the internet in a chokehold
Mashable / 10h
The first official look at Sam Mendes' ambitious four-film Beatles project has landed, and the internet appears to be in rare agreement when it comes to Paul Mescal stepping into the role of Paul McCartney. And honestly? I get the hype. It's giving less "actor playing Paul" and more "the spirit of McCartney himself briefly possessed this man," sparking the kind of collective approval that almost
Solawave is running a BOGO sale just in time for Galentines Day
Mashable / 10h
BOGO DEAL: Solawave is running a site-wide "Buy One, Get One Free" deal. But you'd better hurry; this stuff is selling out fast! Opens in a new window Credit: Solawave BOGO Red Light Therapy + Skincare Devices No code required! Red light therapy is usually a pretty big investment, but Solawave's latest sale makes it a lot easier to justify. Right now, the brand is running a Buy One, Get One Free
Save $50 on this TCL soundbar and immerse yourself in your favorite movies and shows
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $50.01: As of Jan. 30, get the TCL Q65H 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer for $299.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $349.99. That's a discount of 14%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon TCL Q65H 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer $299.98 at Amazon $349.99 Save $50.01 If you're tired of watching shows and movies at home with flat, tinny sound, it's time for an upgrade. You ju
Cool: Hilton Hotel Opening In Remote Northern Iceland In August 2026
42One Mile at a Time / 10h
While you’ll find a fair number of points hotels in Reykjavik and the surrounding area, there aren’t many points properties in other parts of Iceland. In 2024, we learned about Hilton’s plans to open a pretty cool new property, and this is now closer to becoming a reality, as the hotel has started accepting reservations for stays as of later this year. Basics of Skald Hotel Akureyri, Curio Collec
Sundance doc 'Ghost in the Machine' draws a damning line between AI and eugenics
Engadget / 10h
The Sundance documentary Ghost in the Machine boldly declares that the pursuit of artificial intelligence, and Silicon Valley itself, is rooted in eugenics. Director Valerie Veatch makes the case that the rise of techno-fascism from the likes of Elon Musk and Peter Thiel is a feature, not a bug. That may sound hyperbolic, but Ghost in the Machine , which is built around interviews with philosophe
Waiting for the Galaxy S26? I have the perfect T-Mobile deal to tempt you into picking up a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL instead
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
T-Mobile's current deal on the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL gets you this superb device for free with a new unlimited line - without a trade-in needed, either.
You can now stream Fallout season 1 for free on YouTube (but not for long)
How-To Geek / 10h
Fallout fans can now watch season 1 of the Prime Video TV show for free.
Anthropic brings agentic plug-ins to Cowork
TechCrunch / 10h
The company says you can use plug-ins to "tell Claude how you like work done, which tools and data to pull from, how to handle critical workflows, and what slash commands to expose so your team gets more consistent outcomes."
The Next ‘Fast and Furious’ Movie Finally Has an Official Title and Release Date
29Gizmodo / 10h
It's called 'Fast Forever' and will be in theaters on March 17, 2028.
Stop buying Gen 4 SSDs: The price gap with Gen 5 is gone
How-To Geek / 10h
The fastest SSDs seem overpriced when faced with their cheaper counterparts. Or, at the very least, they used to seem that way. But do they still?
OpenAI Is Killing ChatGPT-4o (Again)
Lifehacker / 10h
https://enterprise.shutterstock.com/image-photo/openai-logo-displayed-on-smartphone-screen-2520388517 or https://enterprise.shutterstock.com/image-photo/chatgpt-logo-displayed-on-smartphone-screen-2520385879 Last August, ChatGPT developers OpenAI unceremoniously killed the fan favorite GPT-4o model, before giving in to complaints and bringing it back a week later. Now, the company's taking a seco
The JBL Charge 5 is my most loyal travel buddy — and now this trusty Bluetooth speaker can be yours for almost £90 off
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
My fave Bluetooth speaker for taking on adventures is at its lowest price yet – so grab it for nearly half off.
Sonos home theater gear is up to 20 percent off ahead of Super Bowl LX
Engadget / 10h
Like many other companies during Super Bowl season, Sonos is discounting its home theater gear. Today, you can save $130 on the Beam (Gen 2) soundbar , bringing its price down to $369. You'll also find deals on the flagship Arc Ultra Soundbar, Sonos subwoofers, and more. The Sonos Beam is the company's sub-$500 soundbar. Engadget's pick for the best midrange model , the compact speaker has impres
You'll want to get in on UGREEN's super early bird deal for its new NAS
How-To Geek / 10h
All it takes is a $30 reservation to get on UGREEN's latest NAS series, which features local AI to make using your NAS easier than ever.
Over 175,000 publicly exposed Ollama AI servers discovered worldwide - so fix now
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Exposed servers are being used for LLMjacking, creating malicious content and being sold on the black market.
How to use R1C1 referencing style in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 11h
Don't panic—your Excel isn't broken. If your column letters suddenly turn into numbers, you've stumbled into R1C1 mode. While it looks like a glitch, it's actually a high-level tool that lets you audit your formulas and read and write your macros like a spreadsheet pro.
The Pitt just showed what happens when medicine meets TikTok
Mashable / 11h
Halfway through The Pitt 's latest episode, the show reveals that student doctor Javadi has a TikTok account. That a 20-year-old would be on the app isn't exactly a huge twist. What is surprising is that, as "Dr. J," she's built a real audience — one that tunes in for advice, between-shift storytimes, and a version of medicine that feels less scary and more familiar. SEE ALSO: 'The Pitt' Season 2
Apple to prioritize iPhone Fold over base iPhone 18 in 2026, report says
Mashable / 11h
Even Apple is feeling the effects of the ongoing memory shortage in the tech world, and some analysts say the base model iPhone 18 could be a casualty. According to a new report from Nikkei Asia , a prominent Asian business publication, Apple is changing up its iPhone release strategy for 2026. While we usually get three new iPhones (a base model, a Pro model, and a Pro Max model) in September of
Meta can read your WhatsApp messages, lawsuit alleges
Mashable / 11h
A new lawsuit claims that Meta's WhatsApp — the popular messaging platform — has made misleading privacy claims about the app. The lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court in San Francisco alleges that Meta can "store, analyze, and access virtually all of WhatsApp users' purportedly 'private' communications," which the lawsuit claims defrauds WhatsApp's users, according to a Bloomberg report . On
One of our favorite soundbars from Sonos is over $100 off
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $130 : As of Jan. 30, the Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar is on sale for $369 at Amazon. That's 26% off its list price of $499 and $20 away from its best-ever price. Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar $369 at Amazon $499 Save $130 A booming soundbar is the ticket to an epic home theater setup. So if you've already upgraded your TV and need to enhance the sound to match,
Will Bitcoin prices continue to drop Friday? What we know so far.
Mashable / 11h
After Bitcoin's price plunge yesterday , many investors are wondering how the digital asset is faring on Friday Bitcoin, as well as other alternative cryptocurrencies, experienced sharp price declines on Thursday and have yet to bounce back just one day later. Bitcoin fell to the lower $84,00 range yesterday and continued to slip into the early morning hours, hitting as low as $81,600. As of the
Bluesky issues its first transparency report, noting rise in user reports and legal demands
TechCrunch / 11h
Bluesky's first transparency reports tackle moderation, regulatory compliance, account takedowns, and more. The number of government legal requests went up fivefold.
Disgraced Crypto CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Trump Pardon With Republican Pivot
100+Gizmodo / 11h
SBF swears he was Republican-curious long before things went awry.
How and why to look at Hyatt award calendars before booking
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
World of Hyatt award charts provide a good mix of predictability and dynamic pricing. On peak travel dates, World of Hyatt can cover higher paid rates by requiring more points. And on less in-demand dates, travelers can enjoy lower points rates. Regardless of the timing of a stay, travelers always know that award nights for a particular category property will fall within a specific range. I love
'1998 on the outside — 2026 inside': Maingear's Retro98 'nostalgic sleeper' PCs are power-packed and fabulously retro
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Maingear's Retro98 PC looks like a boxy beige tower, but packs cutting-edge hardware.
Rabbit’s Next AI Gadget Is a ‘Cyberdeck’ for Vibe Coding
Gizmodo / 11h
Ah man, here we go again.
I'm excited for Fable, but worried about the combat — what do you think?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Fable looks great, but the combat has me a little concerned.
Review: The Retreat Hotel At Blue Lagoon, Iceland (Shockingly Stellar!)
One Mile at a Time / 11h
For the third hotel stay of our Iceland to The Residence via Cambodia trip , we spent one night at The Retreat Hotel at Blue Lagoon , a 60-key property at Iceland’s most famous tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon. This hotel opened back in 2018, with the goal of offering an elevated and extended experience compared to the main Blue Lagoon. Prior to my stay, I had seen virtually no “real” review o
5 of the most important iPhone apps to install first
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
If you have an iPhone then these five apps are near-essential additions, that could make your life easier, drier, and more secure.
Turtlemania Surges as ‘TMNT II: The Secret of the Ooze’ Returns to Theaters
30Gizmodo / 11h
The cult-beloved sequel celebrates its 35th anniversary with a week-long run showcasing its new 4K restoration.
Inside the marketplace powering bespoke AI deepfakes of real women
MIT Technology Review / 11h
Civitai—an online marketplace for buying and selling AI-generated content, backed by the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz—is letting users buy custom instruction files for generating celebrity deepfakes. Some of these files were specifically designed to make pornographic images banned by the site, a new analysis has found. The study, from researchers at Stanford and Indiana University, lo
The best cheap VPN in 2026
Engadget / 11h
When talking about the best VPNs , I frequently warn about the dangers of trusting free VPNs without verifying them. Although there are a few free VPNs worth recommending, many other free providers are ineffective, malicious or looking to profit off their users (or sometimes all three). Even the best free VPNs work a lot better once you subscribe and access their full service. This can be frustra
Why multifunction 3D printers aren't as good as they sound
How-To Geek / 11h
The fact that we have 3D printers in our homes is already something that would blow my teenage sci-fi loving mind, but now you can buy systems that not only print in 3D, but can do laser cutting, engraving, and even milling. On paper, this sounds like the perfect solution for small home workshops, or anyone who wants to tinker.
Expand your DIY kit with this discounted Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $34.90: As of Jan. 30, get the Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit for $314.10, down from its usual price of $349. That's a discount of 10%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Dewalt 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit $314.10 at Amazon $349 Save $34.90 If you're still looking for a reason to get up off the couch and get to work on your DIY projects, we've got one right here. New year, new you? H
Prime members can get $5 off Grubhub right now (heres the code)
Mashable / 11h
GET $5 OFF: Amazon is offering $5 off a Grubhub order of $15 or more when you link your Prime and Grubhub accounts. Opens in a new window Credit: Grubhub/Amazon Get FREE Grubhub+! Get $5 off a Grubhub order of $15 or more when you link your Prime and Grubhub accounts. Amazon Prime comes with a ton of perks: Free same-day delivery, streaming deals (including access to Amazon Music Unlimited ), fue
Amid Lawsuits, OpenAI Says It Will Retire “Reckless” Model Linked to Deaths
Futurism / 11h
OpenAI announced on Thursday that it would retire GPT-4o — an especially warm, sycophantic version of the chatbot at the heart of a pile of user welfare lawsuits, including several that accuse OpenAI of causing wrongful death — along with several other older versions of the chatbot. In a blog post , OpenAI said that will sunset “GPT‑4o, GPT‑4.1, GPT‑4.1 mini, and OpenAI o4-mini” by February 13, 2
Mario Kart World vs Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: which Nintendo racer stands atop the podium?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I love Mario Kart World, but is it actually better than Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s which Nintendo racer takes first place.
School Spirits season 3 episode 4 is 'so unfamiliar that it's terrifying' as star warns of 'different show' to come
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
After its head-spinning three-episode premiere, School Spirits season 3 is officially in session. But according to one star, the next three episodes are 'a completely different show'.
American Airlines Is Basically Break-Even — Its Loyalty Program Makes Billions While Flying Bleeds It All Away
View from the Wing / 11h
American Airlines is basically break-even for the year—despite a loyalty program that throws off enormous profit. The paradox is the story: AAdvantage prints money, but the airline’s core flying operation has been bleeding it away, reflecting years of wrong-market focus, fleet decisions, and a pivot away from premium just as the industry moved the other direction.
Reid Hoffman urges Silicon Valley leaders to stop bending the knee to President Trump
51TechCrunch / 11h
Some Valley CEOs have condemned recent border patrol events, but Hoffman urges them to wield their influence more powerfully.
Russian hackers breached Polish power grid thanks to bad security, report says
TechCrunch / 11h
The Polish government accused a Russian government hacking group of hacking into energy facilities taking advantage of default usernames and passwords.
Think brewing coffee with fresh beans is too much hassle? The new Philips Baristina might just change your mind with its 'one swipe' system
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Freshly-brewed espresso in a flash, without the expense or waste of coffee pods.
This dangerous North Korean malware has now split into three entities for maximum impact
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Labyrinth Chollima is morphing into three separate entities, engaging in cyber-espionage, and crypto theft, against firms in the west.
RFK Jr. Stacks Key Autism Panel With Vaccine Skeptics
51Gizmodo / 11h
Several new members of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee have pushed unproven therapies for autism or misrepresented the safety of vaccines.
How far does $5,000 go when you want an electric car?
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
I've been thinking about used electric vehicles lately. It's not news that EVs depreciate faster than gasoline-powered cars. All the incentives like tax credits and OEM rebates that entice the first owner to sign the paperwork are factored in by whoever wants to be the second owner. There are widespread— if mostly ill-founded —worries about battery longevity and having to shell out for expensive
NASA faces a crucial choice on a Mars spacecraft—and it must decide soon
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
A consequential debate that has been simmering behind closed doors at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC, must soon come to a head. It concerns the selection of the next spacecraft the agency will fly to Mars, and it could set the tone for the next decade of exploration of the red planet. What everyone agrees on is that NASA needs a new spacecraft capable of relaying communications from Mars to
Perfect minimalism: I found 32 crisp white home office finds for a calming 'clean desk' aesthetic
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Create an ocean of calm in your home office with all-white home-working tech and decor.
The first season of Amazon's Fallout show is now free on Youtube
Engadget / 11h
Fallout ’s second season is coming to a close, and it’s been well worth the wait. But if a reluctance to add yet another subscription to your streaming rotation means you haven’t watched Amazon’s surprisingly excellent adaptation yet, you might be interested to know that the company is currently releasing season one for free on the Prime Video YouTube channel. Whether driven by Amazon wanting eve
The Calibre eBook manager just got a big update
How-To Geek / 11h
The popular eBook reader and manager app Calibre just got a big update. Calibre 9.0 is now rolling out with a new bookshelf view, more editing options, and much more.
Stop self-hosting your password manager—do this instead
How-To Geek / 11h
I self-host almost every service I use in my homelab. If I can self-host it, chances are, I do—except for passwords. I refuse to self-host my password manager, and find that a hosted password manager gives me the peace of mind I need for my digital life.
10 Hacks Every Safari User Should Know
Lifehacker / 11h
If you're the kind of person who only uses Safari to download Chrome, you need to think again. For a Mac user, Safari might be the best browser there is ( yes, even better than Chrome ). It's fast, secure, doesn't buckle under most loads, sips RAM instead of munching through it, and it'll help your battery last longer as well. And yes, there are even extensions and ad blockers that work natively
Owala Tattoos add a new layer of customization to our favorite emotional support FreeSip bottle
Mashable / 12h
When it comes to self-care and overall health, staying hydrated is at the top of the list (in addition to getting good sleep ). But actually chugging down those ounces of H2O is sometimes challenging. As silly as it seems, having a water bottle you love can make staying hydrated way easier. And Mashable's favorite water bottle, the viral Owala FreeSip , just got a major upgrade with the addition
This 65-inch LG Mini LED 4K TV is the ultimate upgrade at over $400 off
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $403 : As of Jan. 30, the LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV is on sale for just $796.99 at Amazon and Best Buy . That's a savings of over $400 or about 34%. Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV $796.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $403 Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch QNED85A Mini LED 4K TV $796.99 at Best Buy $1,199.99 Save $403 Upgrading your TV starts
If GTA 6 gets delayed again, it may never live up to its hype – here's exactly why
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Another delay for GTA 6 might leave fans losing interest in the game, and our recent poll indicates that.
The iPhone just got 10x optical zoom – this impressive teleconverter kit previously seen on Vivo phones just landed for Apple fans
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
A new Kickstarter campaign gives you a much higher zoom option for your iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro.
How to maximize Valentine's Day purchases with shopping portals and statement credits
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Valentine's Day is all about celebrating the people you love, but costs can add up quickly. Between flowers, gifts, dinner reservations and getting around town, it's easy to spend hundreds before you even realize it. The good news is that by using shopping portals and taking advantage of built-in credit card perks , you can offset a meaningful portion of your Valentine's Day spending without chan
In a Sea of Melting Ice, These Polar Bears Are Doing Something Unexpected
Gizmodo / 12h
Can’t remember the last time you heard good news about this threatened species? Well, here you go.
How to turn your old Android phone into a portable Wi-Fi router
How-To Geek / 12h
Travelers who are concerned about their network connectivity often think that they need a dedicated travel router, but in reality, an old Android phone can do the same job—and sometimes even better. Before spending money on extra hardware, you should consider putting your old phone to work as a portable hotspot instead.
After Minneapolis, Tech CEOs Are Struggling to Stay Silent
62Wired / 12h
Silicon Valley’s power brokers spent the past year currying favor with President Trump. Two deadly shootings in Minneapolis are now exposing the price of that bargain.
Windscribe promises users in Iran and Russia "solutions" to ongoing VPN crackdown — here's everything we know
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
As Iran and Russia double down their VPN crackdown, Windscribe confirms it's working on solutions, with wider support for the AmneziaWG protocol being the "highest priority."
Hugging Face platform hijacked to send out Android malware - here's what we know so far
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Popular AI platform Hugging Face is being used for Android malware which can take over compromised devices.
The Films and Shows You Should Be Streaming in February 2026
Gizmodo / 12h
We've picked out the best horror, sci-fi, and genre titles coming to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and beyond.
No, Linux is not "more secure" than Windows
How-To Geek / 12h
In Linux communities, especially among those new to the scene, I often see people hailing Linux as a security powerhouse in contrast to other operating systems. They imply that switching to Linux gives you some kind of shield of armor against common threats.
Darren Aronofsky’s AI-Generated Show Contains Garbled Neural Gore, Even Just in the Teaser Trailer
Futurism / 12h
The use of generative AI in creative fields has turned into a flame war — a nightmare of meaningless and derivative AI slop that we’re seemingly unable to awaken from. The internet is being asphyxiated by incoherent AI-generated dri vel as tech leaders continue to assure us that it’s the future we’ve always wanted. Even Hollywood hasn’t been safe from the onslaught, despite some of the biggest na
Tesla’s Model S, Soon to Be History, Changed the Auto Industry
21NYT > Technology / 12h
The company’s chief executive, Elon Musk, said this week that it would stop making the car, an electric pioneer in 2012, as well as the Model X.
Miss Windows 10's movable taskbar? You still can't relocate it in Windows 11, but a new PowerToys feature could be the next best thing
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
PowerToys is a nifty suite of add-ons for Windows 11, and a potential new feature could be a welcome addition.
250 Avios Per Dollar Spent On Kate Spade Purchases (Avios Now Posting?)
100+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Update : On January 2, 2026, I posted about how British Airways’ shopping portal was showing earnings rates of 250x Avios per dollar spent on Kate Spade purchases. Initially it appeared that British Airways wasn’t planning on honoring this, but OMAAT reader Harold reports that 250x earnings rates are now correctly showing as “pending” in the shopping portal. We’ll see what comes of this… below is
Bring the theater home with $200 off the Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $200: As of Jan. 30, get the Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar for $899 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099. That's a discount of 18%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar $899 at Amazon $1,099 Save $200 If you're a big proponent of staying in and enjoying your favorite movies and TV shows at home, a soundbar can make a huge difference. It can help to better immers
This Lego Valentines gift wont wilt (and its under $25)
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 31%: As of Jan. 30, you can get the Lego Looney Tunes Sweetheart Tweety Bird (40824) for $23.99, down from $34.99, at Amazon. That's a 31% discount or $11 savings. Lego Looney Tunes Sweetheart Tweety Bird (40824) $23.99 at Amazon $34.99 Save $11.00 Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for a gift that'll last longer than a bouquet of roses, this Looney Tunes-themed
Tragic Death of Canadian Backpacker Prompts Dingo Cull. Here’s Why It’s the Wrong Move
Gizmodo / 12h
Will killing dingoes on Australia’s K’gari Island make visitors safer? These experts say it’s unlikely.
Elon Musk Considers Merging SpaceX With xAI, as He Races to Beat Sam Altman to IPO
24Gizmodo / 12h
The race for the first major AI IPO is on.
Sony Knows You Want a True PlayStation Handheld, Even Though it May Take a While
Gizmodo / 12h
Will a PlayStation Portal with an OLED screen tide you over?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is now available to buy at the official Samsung Store with a price tag that will make your bank account cry
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
There's no escaping the financial blow if you want this stunning device
