Can AI level the playing field for working class content creators?
Mashable / 6h
The dream for many content creators is to ultimately have a Mr. Beast -level team, who can help edit, pull thumbnails, or promote their content across platforms. But for many creators, all of that work is on you, on top of creating your content in the first place. Roberto Blake, founder of the Awesome Creator Academy, knows this struggle well, having started on that path 21 years ago, when YouTub
Intel’s Chip Business Shows Signs of Life After Years of Struggle
NYT > Technology / 5min
It is the centerpiece of President Trump’s drive to make more chips in the United States, but the company still has a long way to go before it can be called a complete turnaround.
How a Niche Technology Became a Choke Point for A.I.
NYT > Technology / 5min
Advanced chip packaging, which boosts computing power for artificial intelligence, has made the United States more reliant on Taiwan than ever.
Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump
BBC News / 16min
Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was halted for the third time this week to prevent panic selling.
The best streaming stick deals on Prime Day: Score a streaming stick for just $10
Mashable / 17min
The best Prime Day streaming stick deals at a glance: best overall Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus 24.99 (save $25 with on-page coupon) best budget deal Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $15.99 (save $19) best non-Amazon deal Google TV Streamer 4K $79.99 (save $20) If you're not ready to completely replace your old TV (and dish out the money to do so), but you want a speedier, more modern streaming experience
The best fitness tracker deals on Prime Day: Fitbit and Garmin down to best-ever prices
Mashable / 17min
The best Prime Day fitness tracker deals: Best fitness tracker deal Fitbit Charge 6 $85.45 (Save $74.50) Best smartwatch deal Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 (Save $500) Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) $279 (Save $120) Best Samsung Galaxy deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) $246.99 (Save $133) Prime Day deals can be totally overwhelming with the sheer volume of products on sale,
Last chance: These Prime Day Sony headphone deals bring high-quality audio for less
Mashable / 17min
The best Prime Day Sony headphone deals Best Early Prime Day Sony Headphone Deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise Canceling Headphones $459.99 (Save $81.99) Best early Prime Day Sony earbud deal Sony WF-C510 Truly Wireless Earbuds $45.95 (Save $24.04) Best early Prime Day budget Sony headphone deal Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones $33 (Save $21) Prime Day is happening right now, and anyone looking for a de
We found 15+ Prime Day deals on MicroSD and portable SSDs: How to fight RAMageddon
Mashable / 17min
Best Prime Day MicroSD, portable SSD, and hard drive deals Best MicroSD Card deal Samsung T7 MicroSDXC, 1TB $239.99 (Save $80) Best portable SSD deal Sandisk Portable SSD, 1TB $135.99 (Save $24) Best for Switch 2 Samsung P9 Express MicroSD, 256GB $39.99 (Save $40) Best external HDD deal Western Digital Elements Desktop HDD, 20TB $599.99 (save $215) Best internal hard drive deal Acer Predator GM7
The 55+ best Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by a tech editor on a tight budget
Mashable / 17min
The best Prime Day tech deals: Day three Best overall Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179 at Amazon (save $180) Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon (save $35) Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Echo Dot Max $64.99 at Amazon (save $35) Best Apple laptop deal so far Apple MacBook Air, 13 inches (M5, 1
Like clockwork, these 15 classic Prime Day deals are back for 2026
Mashable / 17min
I've covered Prime Day for over half a decade at this point, and there are some things that rinse and repeat year after year. And as sure as the sun rises in the sky, you can count on Amazon Prime Day to discount specific items. When you see Kindles drop to record-low prices, for instance, you know the annual sale is upon us. Although Amazon surprised us with an earlier-than-usual Prime Day celeb
This Braun stick blender has changed the way I cook for the better — and now you can own one for AU$79
Latest from TechRadar / 19min
In a small kitchen where storage is at a premium, I figured a portable blender would serve me fine. I quickly realised how limiting it was for my needs — as a home cook, I needed more than just smoothies for my breakfast. After looking at several options, I got the Braun Multiquick 5 and haven’t regretted that purchase once. It might come with a few different attachments, but it’s still compact a
Prime Day last chance: We found the 150+ best deals on Apple, Kindle, DJI, and Lego favorites
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon (save $201.99) Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon (save $35) Best vacuum deal Eufy C28 $599.99 at Eufy (save $350)
MacBooks and iPads just got more expensive. Lock in Prime Day Apple deals before it ends.
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 (save $150) Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 (save $120) Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $519 (save $80) Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack $89 (save $
MacBooks and iPads just got more expensive. Lock in Prime Day Apple deals before the sale ends.
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 (save $150) Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 (save $120) Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $519 (save $80) Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack $89 (save $
The best Prime Day AirPods deals are live — AirPods Max 2 down to their best-ever price
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day deals on AirPods: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $99 (save $30) Best AirPods Pro Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Best AirPods Max deal (and a new record-low price) Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 (save $150) Need a new pair of AirPods? You can always find Apple's earbuds and headphones on sale for cheaper than usual during Prime Day — not just on Amazon, but at competing r
The best Prime Day MacBook deals look even better after Apples price changes: Get a Neo for $590
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day MacBook deals at a glance: Best MacBook Air deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Best MacBook Pro deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,549 (save $150) Best MacBook Neo deal Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $589.99 (save $9.01) Prime Day 2026 is here — and so are the price hikes that Apple teased last wee
The best Apple Watch deals on Prime Day — shop the Series 11 at record-low price plus more live deals
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day Apple Watch deals: Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm, GPS) $279 (save $120) Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm) Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm, GPS) $309 (save $120) Best Apple Watch SE 3 Deal Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm, GPS) $199 (save $50) Warmer weather means more time outside, and when you're in the great outdoors, a fitness tracker or smartwatch helps track all of t
The best Prime Day iPad deals: Shop Apple tablets starting under $300 ahead of the price hike
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day iPad deals: Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $519 (save $80) Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 (save $50) Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $899 (save $100) Best iPad mini deal Apple iPad mini (A17, WiFi, 256GB) $499.99 (save $99.01) iPads have everything you love in a MacBook , just in a more porta
The best Pokémon deals as Prime Day wraps up — Pokémon TCG, books, games, and more on sale
Mashable / 46min
The best Prime Day Pokémon deals at a glance: Best Pokémon card deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Box $229.95 (save $50.05) Best clothing deal Pokémon Tracksuit Set $31.49 (save $19.50) Best video game deal Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Nintendo Switch 2) $44.99 (save $25) Amazon's Prime Day sale is now past the halfway point, but Pokémon fans still have plenty to shop for beyond the u
The best Prime Day deals on DJI creator tools — we found deals on wireless mics, drones, and cameras
Mashable / 1h
The best DJI Prime Day deals at a glance: Best drone deal DJI Mini 3 $269 at Amazon (save $150) Best new release DJI Mic 3 $219 at Amazon (save $110) Best camera deal DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo $169 at Amazon (save $60) Best power station deal DJI Power 1000 V2 $364 (save $85.99) Best DJI Gimbal Deal DJI Osmo 7P Gimbal for Smartphones $99 at Amazon (save $30) Cult-Favorite DJI Osmo Pocket
I test e-readers — Ive found the best-ever Kindle deals to shop on Prime Day
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day Kindle deals: Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $144.99 (Save $55) Best Colorsoft Deal Amazon Kindle Colorsoft $159.99 (Save $90) Best Scribe Deal Amazon Kindle Scribe (32GB) $379.99 (Save $120) Best Kids Kindle Deal Kindle Colorsoft Kids $179.99 (Save $90) Testing Kindles and e-readers is my job, but it's also my passion. I use my Kindle Paperwhite ev
I track TV prices all year: These are the best last chance Prime Day TV deals
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day TV deals at a glance: Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $529.99 (save $320) Best Frame TV deal Samsung 55-inch The Frame Pro Neo QLED TV $1,267.99 (Save $230 + get a free Echo Show 11) Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD Mini LED 4K TV $1,497.99 (save $1,002) Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV $999.99 (save $1,000) Be
The best Prime Day laptop deals are live — get MacBooks, Windows PCs, and gaming laptops
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 15-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,229.99 (save $970) Best gaming laptop deal Acer Nitro V 16S AI (AMD Ryzen 7 260, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,099.99 (save $300) The ongoing glo
The best Prime Day deals on power stations — get buzzed for deals on Jackery, Bluetti, DJI, and more
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day portable power station deals at a glance: Best anker deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $399.99 (save $100) Best Bluetti deal Bluetti Elite 10 $107 (save $62) Best Jackery deal Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra $899 (save $100) Best EcoFlow deal EcoFlow Delta 3 + 220W Solar Panel $629 (save $370) Best DJI deal DJI Power 1000 $348.99 (save $350.01) Summer 2026 is in full swing now. Barbecue
Should you get a robot vacuum on Prime Day? I test them for a living and found all-time best deals.
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day robot vacuum deals at a glance: Best robot vacuum on sale overall Dreame L60 Ultra FE $699.99 (save $300) Best mid-range robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $449.99 (save $350) Best budget robot vacuum deal Roborock Q10 S5+ $264.99 (save $285) Don't ask ChatGPT which robot vacuum you should buy on Prime Day — ask the person who's tested nearly 40 robot vacuums in their own home. Most of
The best live Prime Day speaker deals: Shop Sony, Sonos, JBL, and more top picks
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day speaker deals at a glance: Best overall Sony ULT Field 3 $137.75 (save $72.24) Runner-up Marshall Emberton III $99.99 (save $80) Best budget pick Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go $19.99 (save $15) If you plan on hitting the beach, hosting friends, or heading out on a camping trip this summer, having a quality speaker in tow is a good idea. And lucky for you, plenty of fantastic opti
20+ trading card deals to find on Prime Day: Save on Pokémon, Magic, One Piece, and more
Mashable / 1h
Amazon Prime Day is halfway over, but that doesn't mean there aren't tons of deals rolling out for trading card fans. Alongside the usual Pokémon TCG and Magic: The Gathering discounts, we’re also seeing offers on One Piece, Disney Lorcana, KPop Demon Hunters, and other collectible card games. That even includes price cuts on booster boxes, starter decks, beginner boxes, bundles, and premium coll
The best Prime Day drone deals: Take flight with deals on DJI, Antigravity, and Holy Stone
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day drone deals at a glance: Best DJI drone deal DJI Neo $139 at Amazon (save $60) Best DJI combo deal DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo $1,019 at Amazon (save $180) Best budget drone deal Holy Stone HS110D FPV $63.99 at Amazon (save $25.99) Best Antigravity deal Antigravity A1-360 Drone Standard Bundle $1,279 at Amazon (save $320) Welcome to day 3 of Prime Day , when Amazon launches us i
The best live Samsung deals on Prime Day — gaming monitors, smartphones, TVs, and more
Mashable / 1h
Best Amazon Prime Day Samsung Deals Best Smartphone Deal Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra $1,1119.99 at Amazon (save $380) Best Monitor Deal Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 Curved Gaming Monitor (DP and HDMI Cable Bundle) $799.99 at Amazon (save $500) Best Smartwatch Deal Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) $434.99 at Amazon (save $215) Best TV Deal Samsung 55-Inch Class S90F Smart TV $997.99 at Amazon (save $4
The best Nintendo Switch deals on Prime Day: Last day discounts on the Switch 2 and eShop credit
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals: Best Nintendo Switch Deal Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon (save $29.99) Best Nintendo Switch game deal Star Fox $49.94 at Amazon (Save $10.04) Best Nintendo Switch accessory deal 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $51.29 at Amazon (Save $18.71) Best Nintendo eShop deal $50 eGift Cards (4-Pack) $169.99 (save $10) We've made it
The best PlayStation deals to grab during Prime Day — NBA 2K26 down to an all-time low price
Mashable / 1h
Amazon’s latest Prime Day sale is going strong, steadily building up to several days of huge deals on appliances, gadgets, and of course, offers on PS5 games, accessories, consoles, and more. Amazon and third-party sellers have been dropping plenty of deals to save you cash for the duration of the event. The key thing to keep in mind when it comes to shopping for PlayStation is that there can be
The best Prime Day Fitbit deals are live now — Shop the Charge 6, Inspire 3, and more
Mashable / 1h
The best Prime Day Fitbit deals at a glance: Best deal overall Fitbit Charge 6 $85.45 (save $74) Best runner-up deal Fitbit Versa 4 $124.45 (save $50) Best budget deal Fitbit Inspire 3 $66.45 (save $33.50) Amazon's Prime Day sale is now in full swing and is set to end on June 26. That's not to say you have to rush to get your bargains but you don't want to miss out as deals go out of stock, somet
I test vacuums professionally ad found the 10+ best live deals on Prime Day
Mashable / 1h
The best deals on vacuums on Prime Day: Best self-emptying cordless vacuum deal Shark PowerDetect Speed — Luxe Collection $399.99 (save $100 at SharkNinja) Best Dyson vacuum deal Dyson V12 Detect Slim $479.99 (save $250 at Dyson) Best budget robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $599.99 at Eufy (save $300 at Amazon) Best robot vacuum on sale overall Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,344.99 (save $355 at Amaz
40+ Prime Day travel deals up to 40% off: Suitcases, personal fans, portable chargers, and lots more
Mashable / 1h
Planning to get away this summer? Amazon Prime Day is the perfect excuse to stock up on travel accessories. You've still got another full day to shop — the sale concludes at the EOD on June 26 — and there are plenty of deals still going strong on luggage, noise-cancelling headphones , portable chargers, and other travel essentials. Whether you're looking to upgrade your suitcase, in-flight entert
I tested the five best speed camera detection systems for drivers — here's the one I'd buy with my own money
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Speeding fines are rising and automated enforcement is everywhere. According to DVLA data , the number of UK drivers receiving penalty points for breaking speed limits increased by 32% between 2022 and 2025, while road safety charity IAM RoadSmart says fines and penalty points are now at a four-year high. It is a similar story in US, where automated speed camera s are gaining momentum thanks to a
40+ Prime Day travel deals up to 40% off: Suitcases, personal fans, portable chargers, and more
Mashable / 2h
Planning to get away this summer? Amazon Prime Day is the perfect excuse to stock up on travel accessories. You've still got another full day to shop — the sale concludes at the EOD on June 26 — and there are plenty of deals still going strong on luggage, noise-cancelling headphones , portable chargers, and other travel essentials. Whether you're looking to upgrade your suitcase, in-flight entert
These are Sidney Razs content essentials after nearly 20 years as a creator
Mashable / 2h
Sidney Raskind may have many, many life hack trials under his belt, but he only keeps one bag for all his content creation essentials. Known online as Sidney Raz , the 30-something-year-old creator made the phrase, "Here's something I wish I knew before I was in my 30s" unmistakably his own, testing out hacks on everything from how to properly extend sun visors in cars to how to turn an Allen key
I'm a digital minimalist, which is why I think more Android phone makers need to take cues from Nothing OS
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
I’ve always favored clean, minimal phone homescreens — the fewer icons, the better, with the wallpaper fully visible. This usually means I have to delete a lot of icons and widgets after initial setup, especially with a Samsung Phone and an iPhone to achieve that look. Pixel phones are much less cluttered in comparison, though I still have to tweak some settings a bit to personalize the homescree
Apple price hikes have hit Australia, and the MacBook Neo no longer looks quite so cheap
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Apple has raised prices across multiple categories in Australia The MacBook Neo has lost some of its entry-level appeal The move follows rising RAM and storage costs Australian shoppers looking for EOFY offers , or waiting for early Amazon Prime Day tech deals, now have another price shift to factor in. Apple has raised local prices across several major product categories, including the new MacBo
Hurdle hints and answers for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 3h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
VidCon Hall of Fame awards get emotional as Markiplier, pioneers accept awards
Mashable / 3h
When Markiplier, Michelle Phan, Philip DeFranco, and Cassey Ho uploaded their first videos, there was no such thing as the creator economy. There were no playbooks, no billion-dollar industry built around online creators, and no guarantee that uploading videos to YouTube could become a career. On Thursday, VidCon welcomed all four into its Hall of Fame, honoring creators whose careers helped shap
Ryanair Passive Aggressively Changes Family Seating Policy, Blasts Regulators
One Mile at a Time / 3h
A couple of weeks ago, authorities in the United Kingdom opened an investigation into Ryanair’s seating policy for families, suggesting it wasn’t complying with regulations. While the airline insists that it has been following rules all along, the company has just updated its policies . And of course in typical Ryanair fashion, the airline is being catty about it, saying families will likely sit
If 15% off doesnt feel like a real discount, these products are 50% off for Prime Day: Keurig, Sony, more
Mashable / 4h
A quick look at the top 50% off Prime Day deals Amazon 43-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV $219.99 at Amazon (save $220) Canon Pixma TS4320 Wireless Color Inkjet Printer $54.00 at Amazon (save $53.99) Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Headphones $198.00 at Amazon (save $201.99) If you ask Google how many Prime Day deals there are, it'll tell you that the number is in the millions. We've managed to pull ou
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on June 26
Mashable / 4h
We're just a few days away from the Full Moon, which means a big chunk of its surface is lit up and easy to see. If you want to do some moon-gazing, we're at a prime time in the lunar cycle. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Friday, June 26, the Moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. Tonight, 88% of the moon will be be lit up, according to NASA's Daily Moon Guide . You don't need any visual aids tonight t
First UAVs that can stalk and kill Russian Shahed drones autonomously have been battle-tested in the Kharkiv region
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Ukraine's autonomous interceptors stalk and destroy Russian Shaheds without human controls Ukraine compressed years of drone development into twelve battlefield months Brave1's interceptor automates 95% of the kill chain — the human only picks the target Ukraine has cleared its first autonomous drone interceptor for battlefield deployment following combat testing completed recently in the Kharkiv
Streaming services like Tubi are recruiting creators like Hollywood once recruited actors
Mashable / 5h
Are content creators the future streaming stars? Tubi is betting on it. The ad-supported streaming platform, which allows subscribers to stream movies and TV for free, has been expanding its library with shows from content creators like podcaster CelinaSpookyBoo , food critic Keith Lee , and comedians KevOnstage (Kevin Fredricks) and Bigg Jah. At VidCon 2026 , Jess Borison, senior manager of crea
The best free deals on Prime Day: Score Audible, Kindle Unlimited, and more without spending anything
Mashable / 5h
It's still Prime Day through the end of Friday, June 26, which means there's still plenty of time to snag some deals . We've hand-picked the best deals across tons of categories, from laptops and TVs to books and headphones . But if you're not looking to spend any money this Prime Day, we get it. It's too expensive to merely exist in 2026. That's why we had to shout out some of the stuff you can
How creators are foregoing brand deals to launch their own product lines
Mashable / 5h
In 2026, fans increasingly understand that content creators aren't just influencers — they're small businesses . A growing number of creators are taking that role a step further, launching businesses complete with their own product lines, from clothing lines to candy bars . Creators and industry leaders discussed the shift during a Thursday discussion at VidCon 2026 , "Product vs. Content: Why th
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you watch college football. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight, and each ne
NYT Pips hints, answers for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you co
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 5h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like a midnight snack. 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
NYT Strands hints, answers for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you like a good story. 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.
Wordle today: Hint, answer for June 26, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're quick on your feet. 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 Connec
My ultimate Prime Day hi-fi tip — buy the Wiim Amp Ultra for a bargain price and pair it with these floorstanding speakers for a huge-sounding setup
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
It's Amazon Prime Day , and one of my favorite deals of day isn't actually a huge discount, but I think it's a really worthwhile buy at the lower price. It's the WiiM Amp Ultra, which is available for $449 at Amazon US (down from $529), or you can get it for £425 at Amazon UK (down from $499). • Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale I have the WiiM Amp Ultra at home, and it's an amazing streaming
The founder of E! says Hollywood is still making content for the wrong screen
Mashable / 6h
When Larry Namer co-founded E! Entertainment Television in 1987, the future of entertainment looked a lot like cable. Nearly four decades later, he thinks it looks like a smartphone held upright. Speaking at VidCon 2026 , the television executive behind one of pop culture's most recognizable brands made a simple argument: the entertainment industry has a habit of clinging to old formats long afte
Do you need to watch The Bears special episode Gary before Season 5?
Mashable / 6h
On May 5, The Bear dropped surprise episode "Gary," a standalone flashback installment all about Mikey (Jon Bernthal) and Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach). Bernthal and Moss-Bachrach also co-wrote the episode. SEE ALSO: 'The Bear' reheats 'The Pitt's nachos in a baffling Season 5: Review Whether the existence of "Gary" is news to you or you just haven't gotten around to it yet, you may be wondering, "
The Anker Solix F2000 is the portable power station serious campers, RV owners, and home backup users have been waiting for — and it's just got a major Prime Day price cut
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Most portable power stations force you to choose among capacity, speed, and longevity. The Anker Solix F2000 is $749 (regularly $899) at Anker , and it doesn’t ask you to make that compromise. With 2048Wh of LiFePO4 capacity, 2400W of continuous AC output, a 10-year rated lifespan, and a 0–80% recharge time of just 1.4 hours, it’s one of the most complete portable power stations you can buy at an
The future of the creator economy isnt about going viral
Mashable / 6h
The first question at VidCon 's annual "Creator Economy State of the Union" panel was predictable: AI or platforms — which will matter more to creators? The answers were less predictable. Rather than debating whether AI would reshape the creator economy, panelists seemed more interested in a different question: What separates creators who build audiences from those who build enduring businesses?
Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe
Wired / 6h
Anthropic's critics argue it's rapidly accumulating power. The company says that's what responsible AI development looks like.
'Skip the Dyson, get this instead': As a vacuum reviewer, this is the EOFY handstick deal I'd buy myself
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
I wasn't sure what to expect from the Dreame Z50 Station vacuum cleaner when it first launched earlier this year, but its spec sheet was impressive. With industry-leading 330 air watts of suction power, I was hoping it would clean better than the 315AW Dyson V16 Piston Animal ... and, boy, did it impress! It put that high suction to good use and, in my Dreame Z50 Station review , I couldn't help
Bada bing! The Sopranos is one of the best TV shows ever made, and it's finally coming to 4K Blu-ray
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The Sopranos: The Complete Series is a limited edition 4K Blu-ray release 86 episodes over 28 discs including 2 bonus Blu-rays December 2026 (US), $149.99 One of the greatest TV dramas of all time is coming to 4K Blu-ray. The Sopranos: The Complete Series box set is available for pre-order in the US and Canada, and will be released at the end of 2026. This far from the first Sopranos box set: in
United Airlines Is Working To End The Worst Part Of International Connections: Rechecking Bags In The U.S.
View from the Wing / 7h
United is working with Customs and Border Protection to expand programs that let international connecting passengers skip reclaiming and rechecking bags at their first U.S. airport. The airline already has this on Sydney–San Francisco, and broader adoption could cut customs delays, missed connections, and one of the worst hassles in U.S. international travel.
This Is Probably Your Last Chance to Buy a Cheap MacBook for a While
Wired / 7h
Apple has dramatically jacked up the prices of MacBooks, making the current Prime Day pricing that much more enticing.
‘Never let the builder be its own reviewer’: The next challenge is trust, not speed of code generation
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The AI industry may have found its next battle, and it’s not model training, GPU availability or data centers expansion. It’s actually how artificial intelligence is being framed in the first place. For the past couple of years, AI coding assistants have been marketed as productivity boosters, promising to help across code generation, debugging and testing. But the recent SpaceX acquisition of AI
Consider this your sign to finally start that new PC build project — MSI has two excellent motherboard deals in Amazon's Prime Day sale
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Motherboard deals at this level of discount don’t come around that often. Right now, Amazon has the MSI PRO X870-P WiFi at $152 (was $170) for AMD Ryzen and the MSI B760 Gaming Plus WiFi at $133 (was $200) for Intel in the Prime Day sale. Both are well-regarded ATX boards with built-in Wi-Fi, and both represent meaningful savings if you’re mid-build or planning an upgrade. And both punch above th
I'm an Xbox Series X owner, and these are the games that are keeping me coming back right now
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
If you're an Xbox One or Xbox Series X owner, then the Amazon Prime Day deals represent the perfect time to stock up on new games. I test the console extensively whenever I'm experimenting with new Xbox accessories as part of my job here at TechRadar Gaming, so I have a strong handle on the best titles on offer. • View all of Amazon's current prices and deals on Xbox games this Prime Day Below yo
Kylie Jenners Meta AI glasses have the internet split
Mashable / 7h
Kylie Jenner’s Meta AI glasses are part fashion accessory, part wearable camera, and full-on internet debate. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. On Tuesday, Meta introduced a new line of Meta Glasses, including a Kylie Jenner-designed pair called the Meta Starfire Kylie Edition. The larger Meta Glasses line starts at $299, while the Kylie edition starts
SpaceX StarShip 40 Progressing to a Static Fire
Next Big Future / 7h
Spacex Starship 40 rolled out to Massey’s on June 23–24. It successfully completed an engine igniter test on June 24. Today, SpaceX has been doing multiple propellant loading cycles as part of the static fire campaign. There was an earlier attempt (or series of attempts) today that ended with detanking. Observers noted what looked like ... Read more
The White House is asking OpenAI to slow roll the release of its new model over safety concerns
TechCrunch / 8h
OpenAI reportedly plans to share its newest model, GPT 5.6, with a select group of partners instead of with the broader public. The reason: the Trump administration told it to.
How to watch Paraguay vs Australia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for the battle to finish second in Group D at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Paraguay vs Australia Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 3am BST / 10pm ET (Thu) / 12pm AEST Watch free on ITV (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil) Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) Paraguay and Australia meet in San Francisco to thrash out who finishes second and third in Group D at the FIFA World Cup 2026 , and you can live stream the game around the w
Teens who hacked TfL were known to police years before cyber-attack
BBC News / 8h
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair were convicted for their roles in the attack, which led to large costs for Transport for London.
Lenovo debuts curious mini PC that comes with a proprietary 'store' where you can buy up to 8000 different AI skills — is this the future of computing?
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Lenovo replaces traditional applications with thousands of downloadable AI functions Lenovo AI Host Mini ships with access to over 8000 skills Lenovo's proprietary marketplace sits at the centre of the experience Lenovo has launched a mini PC which replaces much of the traditional software model with downloadable artificial intelligence functions from its own marketplace. The company says users c
Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data
Wired / 8h
The decision by Amazon-owned MGM Studios to drop the OpenAI movie is just part of AI and film industries becoming increasingly intertwined. On Uncanny Valley, we look at where this is all headed.
The abundant but expensive energy source that's under your feet
BBC News / 8h
Start-ups are taking fresh approaches to geothermal energy, but will the economics work?
[LAST CHANCE] Southwest Card’s 90,000 Point Bonus Gets You Most Of The Way To Companion Pass
View from the Wing / 8h
Southwest’s new 90,000-point Priority Card offer is valuable on its own, but the bigger play is Companion Pass. Between the bonus, required spending, and the 15,000 qualifying-point boost from holding a Southwest card, this offer gets you most of what you need for the best deal in travel.
How to watch Turkey vs USA: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as FIFA World Cup 2026 co-hosts eye perfect group-stage campaign, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Turkey vs USA Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 3am BST / 10pm ET (Thu) / 12pm AEST Watch free on ITV (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil) Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) Co-hosts USA will aim to round off a perfect Group D campaign against already-eliminated Turkey at the FIFA World Cup 2026 , and you can live stream the game around the world for fre
Quordle hints and answers for Friday, June 26 (game #1614)
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Thursday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, June 25 (game #1613) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goi
NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, June 26 (game #845)
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Thursday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, June 25 (game #844) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Word
NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, June 26 (game #1111)
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Thursday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, June 25 (game #1110) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clev
Trump Plans to Name Adam Candeub as Antitrust Chief in Justice Dept.
NYT > Technology / 8h
President Trump plans to nominate a tech critic and telecommunications lawyer, Adam Candeub, to lead the division.
Ned Fulmer takes center stage at VidCon to talk learning from mistakes
Mashable / 8h
"Man, imagine just waking up every day you're Ned Fulmer." Those are the words that left Ned Fulmer's mouth as he spoke on his panel at "F*ckups, Fixes, and Lessons Learned" at VidCon on June 25. He was quoting a comment that came across his feed in the aftermath of his 2022 cheating scandal that resulted in his exit from the Try Guys. Fulmer, who wasn't originally on the lineup for the panel, an
OpenAI will initially only release ChatGPT 5.6 to government-approved customers
Engadget / 8h
So much for voluntary review.
The MSI Vision ZS is a potent combo of Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 in a stunning pre-built — and it’s $510 off for Prime Day
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
If you’re after a pre-built desktop that doesn’t compromise on anything — CPU, GPU, storage, cooling, or aesthetics — the MSI Vision ZS (9NVP-2068US) is $2790 (was $3299) at Amazon for Prime Day. • See all Prime Day deals at Amazon.com The $510 saving is significant, but the more compelling argument is what you’re getting: AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with an RTX 5070 is arguably the best CPU-GPU
America’s Time Capsule for 2276 Includes Futuristic Predictions From Claude
Gizmodo / 9h
"San Francisco, famously predicted to be underwater, is not — quite."
My dad needed a new big-screen TV — this Prime Day deal was my top recommendation and saved him $500
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
My parents just moved into their new home, and my dad asked me for a recommendation for a new big-screen TV. I told him his timing is perfect, as Amazon Prime Day is happening this week, which means big discounts on premium TVs from rival retailers like Best Buy Shop more TV deals at Best Buy He wanted to splurge for an OLED TV. After doing his own research (how dare he, when I work for TechRadar
Venezuela’s Powerful Earthquakes Were a Rare ‘Seismic Doublet’
Wired / 9h
The country was hit hard by a pair of quakes that happened in quick succession and were likely driven by stress being transferred from one part of the fault that runs through the country to another.
NY Times Reporting OpenAI May Delay IPO to 2027
Next Big Future / 9h
SpaceX recently completed the largest IPO ever, raising more than $85 billion and debuting at a ~$1.77 trillion valuation. Shares have since pulled back (a common post-IPO pattern, especially in volatile markets), but the raise was enormous. xAI is part of that story because of the earlier integration. FEb 2026, SpaceX acquired xAI and the ... Read more
I switched to Logitech’s ergonomic keyboard and mouse to minimize wrist strain, and I won’t ever go back to conventional desk accessories
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
I’m not ashamed to admit that I have absolutely terrible desk posture — and I know I’m not alone in hunching over my keyboard and mouse like an old man at the steering wheel. • Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale The global workforce stands at around 3.7 billion people, and as much as 20% of that total are employed in desk-based jobs. In a recent survey of over 5,000 desk workers, 56% of respon
Theres no great Shark CryoGlow deal for Prime Day, but I found a few other reliable red light masks on sale
Mashable / 9h
A quick look at the best Prime Day deals on LED face masks Best red light eye mask deal iRestore Illumina Red Light Eye Mask $199.99 at Amazon (save $50) Best full-face red light mask deal Dreame Chrona Photon Light Therapy Mask $209.99 at Amazon (save $40) Multiple Mashable reporters and editors have been testing red light masks for the past few years. There were two mega favorites that we were
California launches AI unemployment tracker
Mashable / 9h
Governor Gavin Newsom isn't letting California "sit on the sidelines" as AI makes its way into the workforce. Announced today, the state will begin tracking AI-related job loss — and predicting where jobs may be impacted by AI in the future — as part of Newsom's executive order on generative AI. The data will be available for public use, via the new California AI-Unemployment Tracker , and will b
Deal Days dropped 10TB of cloud storage to just $270
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Internxt’s 10TB Lifetime Plan is $269.97 during Deal Days through June 28, giving you private, encrypted cloud storage with no subscriptions or recurring costs. Opens in a new window Credit: Internxt Internxt Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription: 10TB Plan $269.97 $2,900 Save $2,630.03 Cloud storage has quickly become one of those recurring expenses that’s easy to overlook — until you see t
Your phone just became a portable scanner for life with this $25 no-subscription deal
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR : Turn your phone into a portable scanner with a lifetime iScanner App subscription for just $24.97 (reg. $199.90) through June 28. Opens in a new window Credit: iScanner iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription $24.97 $199.90 Save $174.93 Needing to scan a document usually happens at the worst possible time — when you’re nowhere near a printer or scanner. iScanner solves that by turning your iP
This all-in-one lifetime PDF tool is just $30 through June 28
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Not every great software purchase changes how a computer looks. Some of them change how much time it wastes. Opens in a new window Credit: PDF Agile PDF Agile Premium: All-in-One Lifetime Subscription (Windows & Mac) $29.97 $119 Save $89.03 That’s why PDF Agile stands out during this Deal Days sales event , our answer to Prime Day. Running through June 28, this all-in-one PDF editor is ava
One of Hulu's best shows is finally ending tonight—here is how to watch
How-To Geek / 9h
Sharpen your knives one final time and head back to the kitchen for FX's The Bear season 5 , which premieres tonight on Hulu. All eight episodes will release at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Microsoft ended official support for Windows 10 in 2025, but the company may have a harder time than expected putting the operating system out to pasture. After promising a year of optional extended update support, Microsoft has changed its policy, tacking on another year to its Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. If you are still clinging to Windows 10, you don't have to do anything but enj
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The Federal Communications Commission was roundly criticized today for proposing to scale back or eliminate E-Rate, a $2 billion-a-year Universal Service program that provides discounts for telecom services and equipment in schools and libraries. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said E-Rate should be changed because students are getting too much screen time. He led a 2-1 vote to issue a Notice of Propos
The Best Prime Day Deals on Amazon Fire TV Sticks, up to 55% Off
Lifehacker / 9h
Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favorite sales on laptops, fitness tech, appliances, and more. Subscribe to our shopping newsletter , Add to Cart, for the best s
The most popular Grok feature is, apparently, exactly what you think
Engadget / 9h
NSFW uses account for "well over half" of traffic, a new report says.
YouTube Shorts are getting even shorter with an update that lets you double the playback speed
TechCrunch / 9h
YouTube Shorts is getting a makeover.
Delta cuts 2 routes at otherwise fast-growing Austin focus city
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Delta Air Lines is making some adjustments in Austin, its fast-growing focus city. The SkyTeam Alliance carrier will end two routes from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in November: Memphis International Airport (MEM) on Nov. 1 and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) on Nov. 16, schedule data from aviation analytics firm Cirium shows. Both AUS routes operated once
Quote of the day by former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer: 'There's no chance that the iPhone is going to get any significant market share' — a staggering misread of the future of consumer devices
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The iPhone will go down in history as one of the most iconic technologies that any business has introduced to the world. But not everybody, including Microsoft's former CEO Steve Ballmer, thought it would be a hit. Disrupting the market Steve Jobs' iconic presentation revealing the iPhone in January 2007 had an air of magic around it, capturing the attention of plenty of commentators and technolo
Hackers Steal Funds From Polymarket Users, Potentially Millions
2 TTPs•
Gizmodo / 9h
"We're contacting impacted users & refunding them in full."
Forget the Apple Watch Ultra 3, you probably don't need it — this Prime Day Apple Watch Series 11 deal represents better value overall
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Before I start, yes, I know that I am personally responsible for listing the Apple Watch Ultra 3 as our best smartwatch overall. And yes, I know that the Apple Watch Ultra is currently at a lowest-ever price in the Amazon Prime Day deals (it's now down to $649 (was $799) in the US). But hear me out: it might not be the right Apple Watch deal for you. • Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale While
The Best VPNs of 2026 Are up to 85% Off During Prime Day
Lifehacker / 10h
Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favorite sales on laptops, fitness tech, appliances, and more. Subscribe to our shopping newsletter , Add to Cart, for the best s
These Apple Devices Are on Sale for Prime Day, up to 38% Off
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favo
Commodore has dropped the price of its retro phone by $100 ahead of preorders
Engadget / 10h
A refreshing direction for a price change.
Mashable at VidCon sweepstakes 2026 entry rules
Mashable / 10h
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. The Mashable @ VidCon 2026 Sweepstakes (the “Promotion”) is governed by these official rules (the “Sweepstakes Rules”). The Promotion consists of three (3) separate and independent daily sweepstakes (each, a “Daily Sweepstakes”): the Day 1 Sweepstakes, the
The New York Times Amends Lawsuit Against OpenAI and Microsoft
NYT > Technology / 10h
In a new court filing, The Times accused Microsoft of encouraging OpenAI to train its A.I. systems using copyrighted articles.
25 Prime Day deals under $25 — I’m a tech reviewer, and I’ve picked the best cheap deals on smart bulbs, phone chargers, wireless earbuds, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Amazon Prime Day has already delivered some exceptional deals on all kinds of tech, including huge savings on some of the greatest products we've tested. But sometimes, what you really want is a brilliant bargain buy. So, I've compiled a list of the 25 best tech deals available under $25. • Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale Here, you'll find unmissable offers on everything from phone chargers
‘Barbarian’ Gets First Physical Media Release 4 Years After Its Premiere
Gizmodo / 10h
Zach Cregger's first horror film will be available as a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook.
Expedia Kills Flight Rewards, Marriott Leases Apartments, And Walt Disney’s Plane Is Back
View from the Wing / 10h
Amex is running new transfer bonuses to Hilton and Virgin Atlantic, Marriott is moving into branded apartment rentals, airplane dog etiquette somehow still needs explaining, Expedia is cutting One Key rewards on flights and hotels, a former NYC mayoral aide faces charges tied to a migrant-shelter hotel contract, Minute Suites adds a Priority Pass copay, and Walt Disney’s restored private plane is
Current World of Hyatt promotions: Earn bonus points and award rebates
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
One of the best ways to earn extra points on World of Hyatt stays is to enroll in promotions. To see your current Hyatt promotions, log in to your account and click on "My offers" in the menu on the left-hand side of the page. Here's a look at the current Hyatt promotions TPG staffers have seen in their accounts recently. Note that some of these promotions may be targeted, so you may not see them
The Best Prime Day Deals on Amazon Devices, up to 74% Off
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favo
Stop overpaying for an EV—the Toyota Corolla costs less to own over 10 years
How-To Geek / 10h
New car prices continue to climb, with the average transaction price in America now sitting well above $50,000. Many automakers argue that spending more on an electric vehicle is the smartest long-term financial decision, claiming that lower running costs eventually offset the higher purchase price.
Major AI Data Center Build Projects – Timelines, Status 2026–2028
Next Big Future / 10h
Epoch.ai tracks the top ~17+ frontier sites via satellite. SemiAnalysis uses its Datacenter Industry Model for hyperscaler self-build/colocation forecasts. Here is a tight compilation of the most prominent ones from Epoch, SemiAnalysis mentions, and cross-referenced industry tracking. Focus is on hyperscaler/AI lab projects (hundreds of MW to GW-scale). Many announced 2026 projects face delays lik
18-20 million Barrel Per Day Through Hormuz and 70 Ships Per Day
Next Big Future / 10h
Traffic has rebounded sharply since the US-Iran MoU/deal around June 17–18, 2026, which eased the effective blockade and sanctions waivers. However, it remains volatile, below pre-war levels. Traffic has rebounded sharply since the US-Iran MoU/deal around June 17–18, 2026, which eased the effective blockade and sanctions waivers. However, it remains volatile, below pre-war levels June ... Read mor
Europeans Are Buying Teslas Again, Surrendering the Easiest Front in the War on American Big Tech
Gizmodo / 11h
Tesla is hiring new workers and ramping up production at its German factory to meet demand.
OpenAI Leans Toward Holding Up I.P.O. Until Next Year
NYT > Technology / 11h
The A.I. company’s advisers are pushing its chief executive, Sam Altman, to move slowly after SpaceX’s stock has been volatile and as the start-up grapples with financial challenges.
I’ve covered tech sales for 8 years — these 25 Prime Day smart home deals are at record-low prices, and worth your cash
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
When people ask me what the best Prime Day deals are, I always give the same answer. The best and biggest discounts are on Amazon's own smart home devices. • Shop Amazon's full Prime Day sale You can save over 50% on already affordable tech gadgets, like Fire TVs, Blink security cameras, Echo speakers, Kindle e-readers, and Fire TV Sticks. As a deals editor who's covered tech sales for over 8 yea
How to watch Tunisia vs Netherlands: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Oranje aim to clinch top spot, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Tunisia vs Netherlands Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 12am BST / 7pm ET (Thu) / 9am AEST Watch free on BBC (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil) Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) Netherlands will aim to seal their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout place in style against a leaky Tunisia defence in Kansas – and you can live stream the game around the world f
The HomePod mini was my favorite cheap wireless speaker — but Apple’s price hike has now handed that honor to the Sonos Era 100 SL
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Apple has just announced major price rises on a huge range of its products , and among them are its two HomePod models. The price of the HomePod mini is rising from $99 / £99 to $129 / £129, which is a 30% increase. The full-size HomePod 2 is also getting a price change, but it's a more palatable 17%, meaning that it's changing from costing $299 / £299 to now $349 / £349. I think the HomePod 2 ca
4 hot new shows and movies to watch on Apple TV in July 2026
How-To Geek / 11h
Apple TV is one of those streaming services where not much happens... until it does. It may not dump dozens of titles each month like the Netflixes and Prime Videos of the world. Still, when it launches something—a Severance , a Pluribus , a white-hot Emmy winner like The Studio —it tends to land like an event that's traditionally been reserved for the likes of HBO.
The best upgrade you can give your home is new, better Wi-Fi – and Amazon has knocked $100 off its eero mesh system
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
In the current climate where tech devices seem to be rocketing in price due to the global memory shortage ( Apple just annouced some pretty brutal hikes , as has Xbox ), buying a new Wi-Fi router has now become one of the most affordable - and impactful - ways to upgrade the devices in your home, and for Prime Day , Amazon has cut the price on a number of its eero routers, including the three-pac
DuckDuckGo, Unable to Resist the Pull of AI, Mistakenly Claims Trump Died of Rabies
Gizmodo / 11h
Can't just be the non-AI search engine.
Prime Day ends soon: We found the 150+ best deals on Apple, Kindle, DJI, and Lego favorites
Mashable / 11h
The best Prime Day deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon (save $201.99) Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon (save $35) Best vacuum deal Eufy C28 $599.99 at Eufy (save $350)
As a fitness tracker reviewer, sometimes I'm sick of wearing smartwatches — here are 3 discreet, screenless fitness trackers I've personally tested, and where to buy them on Prime Day
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
As TechRadar's Senior Fitness and Wearables Editor, I'm usually testing at least one smartwatch, and sometimes two at once. But occasionally I get overwhelmed with the volley of notifications or the compulsion to check my metrics, and swap the tracker out with something more discrete and screenless. I'm not the only one. 'Focus' wearables are on the rise, be they fitness bands without screens, sm
Patronus AI lands $50M to build ‘digital worlds’ that stress-test AI agents
TechCrunch / 11h
Agent-testing startup Patronus AI, founded by former Meta AI researchers, is experiencing nearly insatiable demand, its investor says.
The Best Tech to Level Up Summer 2026
Gizmodo / 11h
Stay cool and enjoy the long, sunny days ahead with these gadgets to upgrade your life this summer and beyond.
How to watch Japan vs Sweden: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for crucial Group F clash at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Japan vs Sweden Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 12am BST / 7pm ET (Thu) / 9am AEST Watch free on BBC (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil) Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) Japan vs Sweden, in Dallas, is effectively a Group F playoff to qualify automatically for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout phase – and you can watch the game from anywhere for free.
Every Fitbit With a Screen Is on Sale for Prime Day, up to 47% Off
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favo
The Best Prime Day Deals on Treadmills and Walking Pads, up to 24% Off
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. Follow our live blog to stay up to date on the best sales we find. Browse our editors’ picks for a curated list of our favo
Forget Peloton. Race to This 25% Off Deal on Hydrow’s Rowing Machine (2026)
Wired / 11h
This Peloton-adjacent rowing machine gamifies your workout to a satisfying effect, and it’s up to 25 percent off right now for Prime Day.
‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ Will Roar Back Into Theaters in 4K
Gizmodo / 11h
Tobe Hooper's 1974 horror masterpiece is getting a one-day big-screen showcase in honor of 'Texas Chain Saw Day.'
Peppa Pig Owner Demands Child Actors Sign Away Voice Rights to AI
Futurism / 11h
Voice actors have been waging a fierce battle with the entertainment industry over training AI to synthesize their voices, effectively allowing them to reproduce their likenesses in perpetuity. Not even underage performers are safe from the encroaching tech. As Deadline reports , the owner of “Peppa Pig,” US entertainment juggernaut Hasbro, is now asking child actors of the beloved children’s ani
Notion killing Skiff-influenced email app since most users use AI agents instead
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
In February 2024, Notion bought Skiff , an encrypted email and productivity software startup. Within a year, Notion shut down Skiff’s email service (taking @skiff.com email addresses with it). And in April 2025, the San Francisco-based company released Notion Mail, a Gmail client primarily built by people who joined Notion through the Skiff acquisition. Today, Notion announced that it’s shutting
Google finally releases a Finance Android app, promises iOS version later in 2026
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Google Finance is not a new product—it has been around for 20 years, long enough that it initially relied on Flash to display charts and graphs. The website has gotten a few major updates over the years, but it has never had a mobile app until now. Google has released the first standalone app for Google Finance, which is currently exclusive to Android, with iOS planned for later this year. The ap
Anthropic says Alibaba must be punished for largest Claude cloning attack
Stealth (Enterprise TA0005)•
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Anthropic has accused the Chinese firm Alibaba of launching the largest attack yet attempting to clone Claude, as China races to match the capabilities of Anthropic's leading model following Mythos' release and subsequent restriction from foreign markets . Ars obtained a June 10 letter sent to Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) one day ahead of a Senate committee hearing on
Planet orbits so close to its star that their magnetic fields connect
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
For most of human history, our view of "close to the Sun" was defined by the orbit of Mercury, with its 88-day orbit and barren, baking surface. But from the moment we started discovering exoplanets, it became very clear that our own Solar System was anything but a guide to the rest of the galaxy. Planets with orbits only a few days long are strikingly common, with the proximity to the star creat
5 new shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Hulu, and more (June 26-28)
How-To Geek / 11h
It's time to say goodbye to one of television's best shows of the decade. The fifth season of Hulu's Emmy-winning dramedy The Bear will be its last, which is why it's our number-one ranked show this week. I don't know about you, but I'm not ready to stop saying, "Yes, chef!"
Polymarket says hackers stole users’ funds
5 TTPs•
TechCrunch / 11h
The prediction market giant Polymarket said it's refunding users who had funds stolen due to a third-party breach.
Prime Day deals on small TVs: The Hisense DécoTV that changed the vibe of my bedroom is under $200
Mashable / 11h
A quick look at the best Prime Day deals on small TVs Best 32-inch TV deal Hisense S5 DécoTV $199.99 at Amazon (save $50) Best budget 43-inch TV deal Insignia 43-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV $119.99 at Amazon (save $80) Best 43-inch QLED TV deal Amazon 43-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV $359.99 at Amazon (save $200) Best budget 50-inch TV deal Insignia 50-inch F50 4K Fire TV $159.99 at Amazon (save $150)
Notion Mail is shutting down
Engadget / 12h
So long, Notion Mail.
I tested ChatGPT's most viral image prompts—here are the 7 worth stealing
How-To Geek / 12h
For some time, Gemini’s image generation was considered to be superior to ChatGPT’s. With the release of GPT Image 2, OpenAI significantly improved its image-generation capabilities, and in my testing, it now competes with the best AI image generators. I tried out some of the most popular trending ChatGPT image prompts to find the ones worth stealing.
Xbox follows Apple with price increases
TechCrunch / 12h
The company says the increases are being driven by rising memory and console storage prices, with costs more than 2.5x higher than previous levels.
The Trump Administration Wants to Keep National Park Deaths Quiet
Gizmodo / 12h
A leaked memo from U.S. Department of the Interior has blocked National Parks staff from confirming deaths or “the severity of injuries” sustained by any park patrons.
I hate AI and its impact on RAM, but I love OLEDs and how affordable they are now — and this Alienware ultrawide is the best example on Prime Day
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The RAM crisis is gradually ruining PC and console gaming, with higher prices, notably with Microsoft increasing prices for its Xbox consoles . Gamers only have AI to blame, as data centers and their demand worsen memory availability. Fortunately, OLED monitors are not in the category of hardware seeing price hikes as a result of the RAM crisis, and unsurprisingly so, since they don't require RAM
Spain will require carriers to keep mobile networks live during power outages
Engadget / 12h
Spain's mobile networks will need to stay live for at least four hours during power outages, per new rules.
AI just helped researchers read a 2,000-year-old Mount Vesuvius scroll that’s too charred to ever be opened — as X-ray images reveal ancient stoic philosophy
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The Vesuvius Challenge is decoding scrolls hit by the 79 AD eruption Another scroll has just been partially read by AI This is despite the scroll being rolled up and severely burned Look at the ancient PHerc 1667 scroll, recovered from the ancient Roman town of Herculaneum that was smothered by the Mount Vesuvius eruption of 79 AD, and you'd think there wasn't much chance of finding out what was
Skip the Toyota Crown—This plush German EV offers real luxury for $8,000 less
How-To Geek / 12h
Luxury EVs often come with eye-watering price tags when new, especially from premium German brands. But once depreciation kicks in, the story changes quickly, turning cars that once felt aspirational into surprisingly attainable used bargains.
Steam Summer Sale 2026 arrives: 10 deals to know
Mashable / 12h
If you have a gaming PC, a Steam Deck , or even a brand new Steam Machine , you can currently get a whole lot of great video games for almost no money right now. That's because the annual Steam Summer Sale kicked off on Thursday, with offers lasting until July 9. That means you have a couple of weeks to get as much as 80 percent off on some of the best games ever made. But if you don't feel like
I vetted the 9 best projector deals at Amazon Prime Day — get record-low discounts on Hisense, XGIMI, and Anker
Mashable / 12h
Best Prime Day projector deals at a glance Best overall deal Hisense M2 Pro 4K projector $949.99 (save $350) Best portable projector deal Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser $509.99 (save $240) Best backyard bundle deal XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector Outdoor Collection $629 (save $270) Movies are a serious topic at my house. As part of our attempt to not wither away while mindlessly scrolling social media
The Dell 16 Plus is the 'most affordable' ultra-thin laptop we've tested — with a big price drop for students and executives
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Dell has knocked a massive $680 off its Dell 16 Plus Laptop now $750 (was $1430) as part of its laptop sale. But you'll need to be quick - this limited time deal ends in a few hours (seriously, Dell even has a countdown clock running). • See all laptop deals at Dell The 16 Plus is a true mid-range machine aimed at business and creative professionals who need real performance. It's thin, lightweig
Want to finally add Catan to your board game collection? These are the versions and expansions I recommend
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Catan is a board game icon for a reason. It takes everything you love about childhood classics and serves them with gameplay that's much more satisfying, properly blending luck and skill. But which version should you play? With Amazon Prime Day US deals serving up so many different versions of Catan it can feel impossible to choose one, thankfully for you I’ve played them all and I know the answe
Notion Mail shuts down amid agent takeover
TechCrunch / 12h
The company said it is discontinuing its email inbox in favor of its AI agent offering as users are increasingly handing over the reins of their email to the agents.
This Cat Parasite Infects Billions of People. Scientists Say We’ve Been Underestimating It
Gizmodo / 12h
Toxoplasma gondii, a.k.a. toxo, is a major cause of vision loss and other serious complications, and it may even alter people's behavior.
This air cooler could be just what you need to bring the heat down in your home this summer — but there's one small caveat you should be aware of before investing
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
I think it's safe to say that a large majority of the British public have been struggling to get through their daily lives in this extreme summer weather, but if you're a freak for the heat, well, props to you. Since it's Amazon Prime Day, everyone has been racing to try and get their hands on the best fans before the online retailer is completely ransacked, but we've just spotted this fan and ai
A solution to RAM-aggedon? AMD buys startup to transform SSDs into cheap 'virtual RAM' to cut price, its third attempt at solving memory conundrum after RAMdisk and StoreMI
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
AMD has seen its Instinct GPUs continue to get traction in an increasingly competitive marketplace, as it continues to take data center market share from new and existing players and ekes out wins with gaming-centric CPUs in the consumer market. Its most recent acquisition of MEXT, an AI-centric startup that currently deploys software that allows users to treat NAND flash as DRAM at an operating
Polestar won't be able to sell its cars in the US next year
Engadget / 12h
Polestar moved some of its production to the US, but it may be locked out from selling its cars here soon.
Trump Admin Wants to Make Brake Pedals Optional in Autonomous Vehicles
Gizmodo / 12h
Huge news for Tesla's Cybercab.
Apple's price hike choice almost guarantees more expensive iPhones as the RAM crisis is far from over: 'We are not at the bottom and will take more time to climb out,' expert says
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
We now know with more certainty than before that your next iPhone, especially if it's a more affordable model, will probably be more expensive come September. Allow me to walk you back through my reasoning. At approximately 8:30AM ET (that's 10:30PM AEST) the RAM crisis reached Apple shores in the form of price hikes across multiple product categories, including MacBooks, Macs, iPads, and HomePod
Almost half of ransomware victims have data stolen before they can even detect an intrusion
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
ExtraHop’s Global Threat Landscape Report shows 49% of ransomware victims only detected attacks after data theft, up from 31% last year Average dwell time before detection is 2.5 weeks; attackers exploit encrypted channels, valid accounts, and alert fatigue to evade defenses Ransom payments fell from $3.6M to $2.8M, but payment frequency rose sharply, with 83% of surveyed victims paying in 2026 v
You can never have enough 4K Blu-ray —here are 7 discs I recommend that I've personally tested, and they're all on a Prime Day deal
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Been on the lookout over Prime Day for some 4K Blu-ray deals? I've been searching through them and have picked offers on discs I've tested as part of our Blu-ray Bounty feature, so I know these discs are worth your time. • View the full Amazon Prime Day sale Amazon Prime Day can be a great time for 4K Blu-ray sales and this time is no different. Some highlight discs I've found include Sinners , w
IBM just made the world's first sub-1nm chip—what does it mean for PCs and phones?
How-To Geek / 12h
Tech industry pioneer IBM just broke a record for chip design that could have far-reaching consequences for your next PC or phone. The company has introduced what it says is the first sub-1 nanometer chip technology, crossing a symbolic but important hurdle.
Here’s Your Gloomy First Look at ‘Werwulf,’ Robert Eggers’ Next Horror Film
Gizmodo / 12h
Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Willem Dafoe, and Lily-Rose Depp star in the latest from the creator of 'Nosferatu' and 'The Witch.'
Lessons learned from visiting an AI-powered store
Mashable / 12h
A broken mug sits on a desk in the Division of Digital Psychiatry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Printed across the surviving ceramic shard are the words: "This was made by AI." Our team thinks that the story of this mug neatly captures the hype, hope, and even harm surrounding artificial intelligence. At the Division of Digital Psychiatry, we spend our days studying how digital technol
Softbank CEO Who’s Invested $64 Billion in OpenAI Says It’s “Blasphemy” to Mention the AI Bubble
Futurism / 12h
For years, Japanese investment group SoftBank has been all-in on the AI gold rush. In early 2025, mere weeks into his second term as president, Donald Trump announced a $500 billion AI infrastructure project, dubbed Stargate, as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son proudly watched on inside the Oval Office. Over the proceeding year and a half, snowballing AI hype has sent valuatio
Retroid's Pocket Nova is a very capable 4:3 handheld that costs $229
Engadget / 12h
Retroid's Pocket Nova seems capable of handling games up to the GameCube and PS2 era.
This Alienware RTX 5060 gaming laptop is more powerful than the Steam Machine at the same price — get it before Prime Day ends
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Amazon's Prime Day has featured some of the best PC hardware deals for top-quality products. This ranges from SSD deals to Nvidia RTX-powered gaming laptops, and yet again, there's another one of the latter to join the party. The Alienware 16 Aurora is now available
