How to Spot a Browser-in-the-Browser Phishing Attack
Lifehacker / 1h
Between the sheer number and the increasing sophistication of phishing campaigns, seeing should not automatically be believing when browsing online. One particularly sneaky scam is a browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack , in which threat actors create a fake browser window that looks like a trusted single sign-on (SSO) login page within a real browser session. Because we use SSO to access many of
He Posted His First Class Boarding Pass To Brag About Trump — So Someone Canceled His Booking
99View from the Wing / 4h
A man bragged online that he was flying first class “because of Trump” and posted a photo of his boarding pass—complete with the details anyone needs to pull up a trip in many airline “Manage My Booking” tools. By the time he reached the airport, someone had already canceled his reservation, turning a political flex into an instant lesson in why you never share a boarding pass online. Continue re
Hollywood pays tribute to Rob Reiner after legendary director is found dead
22Mashable / 6h
It's not been long since the news broke that director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead at their home in LA , but the tributes from Hollywood have already started to pour in. SEE ALSO: 'This Is Spinal Tap' re-release trailer cranks it up to 11 Reiner had a long career in Hollywood, starting as an actor before moving on to direct some of the best known films of all time. Stand By Me
It’s Time to Give MP3 Players a Second Chance
Gizmodo / now
Spotify ain't what it used to be, and we may have the perfect antidote.
Emerging ‘Super Flu’ Strain Is Spreading Fast. Here’s What You Need to Know
Gizmodo / now
The UK is facing a surge of hospitalizations fueled by the novel variant subclade K. And the U.S. is likely next.
The Washington Post Deployed Its Disastrous AI-Generated Podcasts Even After Internal Tests Showed It Was Failing Miserably
Futurism / now
Last week, when the Washington Post announced a new service that uses AI to generate podcasts, we immediately warned readers to brace for disaster. Just as expected, the service — dubbed “Your Personal Podcast” — turned out to be an error-laden disaster right from the jump. As Semafor reported on Friday, many staffers at the embattled newspaper were outraged at the AI inventing and misattributing
Oh look, yet another Starship clone has popped up in China
Ars Technica - All content / 6min
Every other week, it seems, a new Chinese launch company pops up with a rocket design and a plan to reach orbit within a few years. For a long time, the majority of these companies revealed designs that looked a lot like SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. The first of these copy cats, the medium-lift Zhuque-3 rocket built by LandSpace, launched earlier this month. Its primary mission was nominal, but the
Nvidia Wants To Be Your Open Source Model Provider
Gizmodo / 15min
AI infrastructure dominance isn't enough. Nvidia wants in on the model world too.
The Bose QuietComfort headphones are down to one of. their best prices ever
Mashable / 16min
Save 51%: The Bose QuietComfort headphones in the sandstone and moonlight grey colorways are on sale for $170.05 at Amazon as of Dec. 15. That's $178.95 less than their $349.99 list price, marking the lowest price ever for these colorways and putting them just over $10 away from the overall record-low price of these headphones. Bose QuietComfort headphones $170.05 at Amazon $349 Save $178.95 Just
Our favorite vacuum under $500 is now even cheaper
Mashable / 16min
SAVE 56%: As of Dec. 15, the 3i G10+ robot vacuum and mop combo is $199.99, down from $449.99. That's a 56% discount or $250 in savings. 3i G10+ robot vacuum and mop combo $199.99 at Amazon $449.99 Save $250 If you've been holding out on buying a robot vacuum because you couldn't stomach the $500+ price tag, this deal is for you. I found a top-notch vacuum-mop combo that our Senior Shopping Repor
Your Roomba will still work despite iRobots bankruptcy filing, but dont rule out unplanned obsolescence
Mashable / 16min
The fall from grace is now legally binding: iRobot has finally filed for bankruptcy after years of tanking revenue. Current Roomba owners, who once thought that they owned the pinnacle of robot vacuum , probably have one unanimous follow-up question: Will my Roomba still work? The short answer is yes, but I'd tack "for now" onto the end of that. Usability of the app, future bug fixes, and custome
New promos from American Airlines AAdvantage can earn you bonus miles
The Points Guy Articles / 16min
There are a few new promotions from American Airlines AAdvantage available right now, which, though unlikely to alter your plans significantly, present a nice potential boost to your AAdvantage miles balance. In the promo I was targeted for, you get 100 bonus miles just for registering. It took me less than a minute. Once registered, you can then earn an additional 3,000 miles when booking with A
Get 22 Percent Off One of Our (and Taylor Swift's) Favorite Pillows
Wired / 17min
Eagle-eyed Swifties have ID’d the star’s pillow brand in a recent TV show appearance, and it’s one of my favorites as well. Coop is having a special sale to commemorate the event.
JetBlue Flight Attendant Pulled Woman’s Backpack From The Overhead Bin — It Vanished, Keys Inside, Leaving Her Car Stuck For A Week
View from the Wing / 24min
On December 8, a passenger parked their car at Buffalo airport short-term parking. she was only expecting it to be there overnight, for her quick trip to New York and back. The next day she boarded her JetBlue flight home from New York JFK, stowed his backpack in the overhead bin, kept Her purse as her underseat personal item, and then fell asleep before takeoff. A flight attendant removed the ba
iFixit's New AI Assistant Can Help You Fix Almost Anything
Lifehacker / 29min
Generative AI has advanced to the stage where you can ask bots such as ChatGPT or Gemini questions about almost anything, and get reasonable-sounding responses—and now renowned gadget repair site iFixit has joined the party with an AI assistant of its own, ready and willing to solve any of your hardware problems. While you can already ask general-purpose chatbots for advice on how to repair a pho
Dreaming of a White Christmas? Don’t Hold Your Breath
Gizmodo / 29min
After a very cold and snowy start to December, temperatures will shift toward unseasonable warmth just in time for Christmas.
JetBlue “Mini Mint” First Class Rolling Out Fleetwide As Of Mid-2026
400+One Mile at a Time / 31min
JetBlue is known for its excellent Mint business class experience , though the catch is that it’s only available on select premium routes. Fortunately we’ve known that JetBlue also plans to introduce a premium product throughout the rest of its fleet, more comparable to domestic first class. This makes perfect sense, not just due to the broad travel trends we’ve seen, but also due to the premium
There's still time — here are 25 gift ideas from Walmart that arrive before Christmas
Latest from TechRadar / 31min
I've hand-picked my favorite last-minute gifts at Walmart that arrive before Christmas, featuring deals from Apple, Dyson, Keurig, and more.
What is the release date for The Mighty Nein episode 7 on Prime Video?
Latest from TechRadar / 31min
Here's when The Mighty Nein episode 7 will be released on Amazon's streaming platform.
5 of the best free movies to stream on Tubi, Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus, and more this week (December 15)
Latest from TechRadar / 31min
From epic biographical comedies to underrated dramas, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.
Zoom brings its AI assistant to the web with access to free users
TechCrunch / 34min
Zoom is allowing free users to try its AI assistant in limited capacity
Waze is finally getting a small but helpful feature from Google Maps
How-To Geek / 35min
Waze is great for shaving minutes off your commute and avoiding those pesky speed traps, but it’s always been just a few steps behind Google Maps. One small feature that can be surprisingly helpful is traffic light icons along your route. Waze may finally be getting this feature, too.
A key Google AI feature is no longer free on Gemini for Home, and users arent happy
Mashable / 45min
Users who have switched from Google Assistant to Gemini have a lost a pretty important feature on smart home devices, and they aren't happy about it. As detailed in this Reddit thread , if you're using Gemini on a smart home device such as a smart speaker or display, Continued Conversations no longer work — unless you upgrade to Gemini Home Premium. SEE ALSO: Google is bringing Gemini live transl
Grok spread misinformation about the Bondi Beach shooting
Mashable / 45min
In the evening of Dec. 14, a large crowd of people gathered on Australia's Bondi Beach to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah, and were instead met with violence, as two gunmen opened fire on the group . As of today, 15 people have been killed. One of the assailants was taken down by bystander Ahmed Al Ahmed, whose brave decision to grapple with the shooter and take over his weapon was captured
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED 32-inch gaming monitor is back to its all-time low — but youd better hurry, this deal is selling fast
Mashable / 45min
SAVE 31%: As of Dec. 15, you can get the ASUS ROG Swift OLED (PG32UCDM) 32-inch gaming monitor for $899, down from $1,299, at Amazon. That's a 31% discount or a $400 price cut. ASUS ROG Swift OLED (PG32UCDM) 32-inch gaming monitor $899 at Amazon $1,299 Save $400 If you're on a quest to level up your gaming setup , I just found a deal that's too good not to check into. Right now, you can grab the
Fortnite Winterfest 2025 start date — here's what we know about this year's Christmas event
Latest from TechRadar / 45min
Here's when Fortnite Winterfest 2025 starts, and what we know about the Christmas skins and cosmetics so far. More on the teaser released this week.
Why You Should Remember the Roomba, Even After iRobot Is Kaput
Gizmodo / 51min
While iRobot is selling itself off as scrap, let's remember what actually makes a good robovac.
'Banning VPNs for kids is the dumbest possible fix' – Windscribe CEO
Latest from TechRadar / 53min
While age verification for VPN apps would set a 'terrible precedent'
Apple says it fixed zero-day flaws used for 'sophisticated' attacks
Latest from TechRadar / 53min
Two bugs in WebKit apparently abused in highly sophisticated attackshave been fixed.
Your Roomba robot vacuum won't die, if iRobot's plan works out
How-To Geek / 57min
iRobot, maker of Roomba robot vacuums, is making some big changes to stay in business. The company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and it plans to be fully acquired by Picea Robotics.
Attackers Are Spreading Malware Through ChatGPT
12 TTPs•
Lifehacker / 57min
You (hopefully) know by now that you can't take everything AI tells you at face value. Large language models (LLMs) sometimes provide incorrect information, and threat actors are now using paid search ads on Google to spread conversations with ChatGPT and Grok that appear to provide tech support instructions but actually direct macOS users to install an infostealing malware on their devices. The
High-Tech ‘Bubble Wrap’ Lets You Hold Fire Without Getting Burned
Gizmodo / 58min
Once applied to building windows, the thin insulator could save houses a lot of energy in the future.
Nissan is gearing up with a tech upgrade that could rattle Tesla
How-To Geek / 1h
It’s easy to forget that Nissan was an early trailblazer in both EVs and advanced driver-assist systems . The original Leaf hit the market in 2011 as one of the first affordable, mass-produced electric cars, and ProPilot Assist arrived in 2016 as one of the earliest widely available auto-steering systems.
In 2025, tech giants decided smart glasses are the next big thing
Engadget / 1h
There's a growing sentiment that gadgets have gotten boring. And while I don't fully agree, I understand why people might feel that way. Just think about some of the novel device types that companies have tried to push since the original iPhone came out. 3D TVs were a massive flop and tablets still feel like extra-large smartphones despite Apple's efforts to prop them up as laptop replacements. M
Netflix responds to concerns about WBD deal
TechCrunch / 1h
Industry concerns over Netflix acquiring Warner Bros has led executives to address fears regarding jobs and theatrical releases.
Facebook Messenger’s desktop app is no more
TechCrunch / 1h
The app remains usable via the web, Facebook app, and through the mobile app for iOS and Android.
Ubuntu Studio could get a new default visual design in 2026
How-To Geek / 1h
Ubuntu Studio, a Linux distribution meant for creative work , is showing off a new layout for its desktop experience and also asking whether the default layout should be changed. The poll results will affect how the upcoming Ubuntu Studio 26.04 LTS release will look when you first install it.
iOS 26 bug is turning Android photos red in iPhone camera app
Mashable / 1h
Sometimes you encounter a technical issue on an iPhone that makes you chuckle more than anything else. That's what's currently happening to some photos in the iOS Photos app, per 9to5mac . Various reports on places like Reddit have confirmed that some photos originally snapped on Android phones are showing up with a horrifying red filter applied to them when you look at them in the Photos app. Yo
Apple, Google will be asked to block nude images until age is verified in the UK, report reveals
Mashable / 1h
The UK government wants tech giants like Apple and Google to block nude photographs if there is no age verification from the user. The Financial Times reported ( via 9to5 Mac ) on the new policy from the British government, which will reportedly ask both Google and Apple to block users on iOS and Android devices from both sharing and accessing nude photos sans age verification. Age verification i
Meet ‘Fuzozo,’ the AI emotional companion debuting at CES 2026
Mashable / 1h
There is something beautifully ironic about creating an AI companion that looks almost identical to a Tribble. The iconic alien from Star Trek made its television debut in the 1967 episode "The Trouble with Tribbles," in which these tiny, fluffy balls quickly turned from "adorable alien that purrs" into "really annoying invasive nuisance." Nearly six decades later, enter: the Fuzozo. This AI emot
The excellent Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are back at their Black Friday price
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $61.99 : As of Dec. 15, the Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones are down to just $398 at Amazon. That's a 13% drop from their usual list price and matches their Black Friday price. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones $398 at Amazon $459.99 Save $61.99 When Sony dropped its newest WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones earlier this year, we w
Bizarre Incheon Airport Book Money Smuggling Controversy Could Get Messy
One Mile at a Time / 1h
There’s currently a public spat between South Korea’s president and Incheon International Airport’s president, which could soon impact passengers . I can’t really make sense of this, because this seems like a silly thing to focus on. Perhaps there’s a bit of nuance here, and this is more about political posturing than anything else. Even so, it seems like a losing battle… President demands all ba
Elon Musk is Twice as Wealthy as Second Place Larry Page
Next Big Future / 1h
It is rare for the richest person or the richest family to double the wealth of the next richest. Bill Gates achieved this in 1999 when he reached $90 billion while Warren Buffett was at $36 billion, and was close in 2001. The Walton family also achieved this in 1993 and 1994. As of December ... Read more
Roomba maker iRobot swept into bankruptcy
28Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Roomba maker iRobot has filed for bankruptcy and will be taken over by its Chinese supplier after the company that popularized the robot vacuum cleaner fell under the weight of competition from cheaper rivals. The US-listed group on Sunday said it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware as part of a restructuring agreement with Shenzhen-based Picea Robotics, its lender and primary supplie
New Clue Emerges From Botched Scandinavian Raid: A 2,300-Year-Old Fingerprint
Gizmodo / 1h
In the fourth century BCE, mysterious raiders attacked a Danish island. Now we might finally know where they came from.
3 Windows tools to make your sluggish PC feel faster
How-To Geek / 1h
I have a lot of Windows PCs in my life. Some are dedicated to work, others run media servers around the house, and one of my favorites is an old machine I turned into a retro gaming arcade cabinet. When you manage that many systems, you end up collecting all kinds of utilities over the years. My toolbox is full of apps for repairs, maintenance, diagnostics, and the usual experiments that come wit
The 8 Biggest Takeaways From That Gruesome, Euphoric ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Finale
Gizmodo / 1h
Pennywise was always going to slither away for another 27-year slumber, but boy did he wave good-bye with gusto.
Denmark wants to ban VPNs to unlock foreign, illegal streams – and experts are worried
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Denmark has drafted a new law to stop people from using VPNs to access foreign streaming libraries and illegal websites. But digital rights advocates are sounding the alarm.
How Tech’s Biggest Companies Are Offloading the Risks of the A.I. Boom
NYT > Technology / 1h
The data centers used for work on artificial intelligence can cost tens of billions to build. Tech giants are finding ways to avoid being on the hook for some of those costs.
Swallowing the Moon and other new indie games worth checking out
Engadget / 1h
Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. Between The Game Awards and showcases like Day of the Devs , Wholesome Snack, Latin American Games and Women-Led Games, there’s been a ton of video game news over the last week (I need Control Resonant ASAP, please and thank you, Remedy). And hey, guess what? I've got even more for you to dig into, including info on some ne
SpaceX Furious at China, Saying It Almost Destroyed One of Its Satellites
Futurism / 1h
The Earth’s orbit is becoming incredibly crowded. A growing number of companies and world powers are establishing new satellite constellations at a breakneck pace, steadily increasing the likelihood of a potentially disastrous collision. In the most recent blowup, a SpaceX Starlink internet satellite had to power up its thrusters to ensure it wasn’t smashed by a Chinese satellite. And the Elon Mu
The Meta Quest 3 is not only on sale at Amazon, it comes with a free $100 digital credit
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $92.89: The Meta Quest 3 (512GB) is on sale at Amazon for $407.10, down from the usual price of $499.99. That's 19% discount and it comes with a free $100 digital credit with code QUEST30 . Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3 (512GB) $407.10 at Amazon $499.99 Save $92.89 use code QUEST30 at checkout to get a free $100 digital credit Tis the season to go big. Whether you're shoppi
Roomba Maker iRobot Files for Bankruptcy, With Chinese Supplier Taking Control
100+NYT > Technology / 1h
Founded in 1990 by three M.I.T. researchers, iRobot introduced its vacuum in 2002. Its restructuring will turn the company over to its largest creditor.
What Are The Benefits Of SkyTeam Elite Plus Status, And Is It Worth It?
100+One Mile at a Time / 1h
There are three major global airline alliances — oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance — and each offers some level of reciprocal elite recognition. In separate posts, I’ve written about oneworld Emerald status , oneworld Sapphire status , and Star Alliance Gold status . In this post, I’d like to take a look at the benefits of SkyTeam Elite Plus status. SkyTeam is a popular airline alliance, and E
Sonos’ Latest Flagship Soundbar Is Over $200 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 2h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Sonos has always occupied a specific corner of the audio world. Its products look minimalist, cost more than most competitors, and assume you care as much about software and longevity as you do about raw sound. The Arc Ultra is the company’s current flagship soundbar, and i
History lessons for better public policy: how to build a cyber secure society
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Exploring strategies and innovations shaping safer, more resilient digital communities worldwide.
The smallest desktop OS you’ve never heard of
How-To Geek / 2h
KolibriOS is an open-source project that brings you an entire operating system in just over a megabyte. The operating system has a graphical interface and lots of neat utilities and games. Let's boot into it.
New Stranger Things trailer hints at what's next for our heroes
Engadget / 2h
Warning: the following contains spoilers for part one of Stranger Things season five With just over a week to go until Netflix releases the next batch of Stranger Things episodes, the company has dropped a trailer for the second part of season five. The clip begins in the aftermath of the action-packed ending to the first bunch of episodes, with bodies and blazes surrounding Will as he says in a
American Airlines Replaced Its Turkey Wrap With a Turkey-Brie Sandwich — And the Brie Is a Slab [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 2h
American replaced the surprisingly good turkey wrap on JFK–Austin with a turkey, brie, and cranberry sandwich on brioche — and the brie is literally a thick chunk, not spread. It’s not terrible, but it’s a step back in execution (and still miles better than the sweaty $16 steak sandwich from this summer). Continue reading ...
Tesla starts testing robotaxis in Austin with no safety driver
TechCrunch / 2h
It's one of the last big steps before the company can truly claim it's operating a robotaxi service, and start to take on Waymo.
The fast and the future-focused are revolutionizing motorsport
MIT Technology Review / 2h
When the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship launched its first race through Beijing’s Olympic Park in 2014, the idea of all-electric motorsport still bordered on experimental. Batteries couldn’t yet last a full race, and drivers had to switch cars mid-competition. Just over a decade later, Formula E has evolved into a global entertainment brand broadcast in 150 countries, driving both technolog
Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 2 trailer has me way too worried about Dustin and Steve
Mashable / 2h
If your Christmas present this year is watching Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 2 right when it drops, you're in luck. Netflix has dropped a trailer for the show's next three episodes, making for a pre-Christmas gift you can watch (and theorize over) for the next 10 days. The trailer picks up in the aftermath of Vecna's (Jamie Campbell Bower) attack on the Hawkins MAC-Z. Despite Will (Noah Schna
Microsoft will expand bug bounties - even on programs without official payouts
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Any dodgy code affecting Microsoft's products and services will now be covered under the 'In Scope by Default' bug bounty program.
Snapchat rolls out its end-of-year Recaps
TechCrunch / 2h
The Recap is a short video that offers a personalized look at highlights from Snaps, Stories, and Chats, showing how users connected and expressed themselves throughout the year.
Stop wasting money on RAM: Here is all your NAS actually needs
How-To Geek / 2h
Are you weighing buying a new car or more RAM for your NAS? Maybe not, but it feels like it these days. Your NAS likely needs less RAM than you think it does—here’s how to figure out just how much RAM your NAS actually needs.
Spotify was down this morning for thousands of users: Updates on the widespread outages
Engadget / 2h
My boyfriend texted me those dreaded four words: "Is your Spotify down?" Sure enough his, mine and thousands of other users' Spotify accounts appear to be down and out at the moment, with Downdetector recording over 10,000 reports from users. Spotify is apparently working on the problem. The account, Spotify Status, shared an update on X at 9:45 AM on Monday, "We’re aware of some issues right now
Your email app isn't the weak link but your cloud configuration probably is
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
If you’re blaming email for breaches, you’re missing the misconfigurations attackers actually exploit.
The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: The 'Devil Couldn't Reach Me' Trend
Lifehacker / 2h
I’m starting this week with a heavier story than usual, but if the young people in your life are using AI a lot—and they probably are—it's an important one. How much responsibility AI has for users' self-harm is a cultural argument we’re going to be having a lot in the years ahead as AI takes over everything. But the rest of the column is lighthearted, so sorry in advance for the mood-swing What
How the New ‘Tomb Raider’ Games Want to Unite Lara’s Past and Future
Gizmodo / 2h
What's next for Lara Croft? Not just a new show, but also a pair of 'Tomb Raider' games that look back and forward on the franchise.
Blink and you'll miss it - the Galaxy S25 Ultra has just hit a new record-low price ahead of Christmas
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
The stunning Galaxy S25 Ultra is currently listed for its lowest ever price at Amazon - a real Christmas treat.
Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, December 16 (game #1422)
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, December 16 (game #919)
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, December 16 (game #653)
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
Google smashes language barriers with live translation for any earbuds on Android — here’s how it works
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.
5 signs you're becoming an advanced Linux user
How-To Geek / 2h
Have you noticed that you're getting better at using Linux? Everyone learns at their own pace, but if you've been using Linux for a while, here are the five signs that prove you're starting to become an advanced user.
Real-time flight tracking is my new holiday obsession
How-To Geek / 2h
The holiday season brings a festive dose of gift-giving, party hosting, and much-needed vacations. If you are traveling at the end of the year or around New Year's, I recommend getting on board with my obsession: real-time flight tracking.
Worried about internet connectivity during your holiday? Have your data secured with Ubigi eSIM
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Global coverage, fast 5G speeds, and flexible data plans for travelers and remote workers.
First Voyage raises $2.5M for its AI companion that helps you build habits
TechCrunch / 2h
First Voyage has raised $2.5 million in a seed funding round from a16z speedrun, SignalFire, True Global, and other investors.
You Can Now Use Your MacBook's Display As a Ring Light
Lifehacker / 2h
Sometimes you need just a little bit more light during a video call, especially if you're in a dimly lit room. The latest macOS update (26.2) has a trick for this: you can use the edge of your screen as a ring light. The feature, which adds a rounded white rectangle to your screen, is called Edge Light . The rectangle takes up part of your screen but will become partially transparent if you move
The Meta Quest 3S is back down to its Cyber Monday all-time low of $250
Engadget / 2h
The Meta Quest 3S is back on sale at its all-time low price of $250. That's $50 off, or a discount of 17 percent, and matches a deal we saw on Cyber Monday. You can get the deal at Amazon and Best Buy , and the latter offers a $50 gift card with purchase. The 3S is the more affordable model in the company's current VR headset lineup . It features the same Snapdragon XR2 processor as the more expe
Which Flights Feature Cathay Pacific’s Aria Suite? 11 Planes & 5(ish) Routes
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
In late 2024, we saw Cathay Pacific launch its new Aria Suite business class . I’ve had the chance to fly it, and it’s a phenomenal product . Cathay Pacific is a world class airline , and this really elevates the carrier’s business class to being among the best in the world . As is the case with any new product, the challenge is the lengthy rollout, as actually retrofitting aircraft with a new pr
The First Trailer for ‘Stranger Things 5’ Part 2 Wants to Flip the Upside Down… Upside Down
Gizmodo / 3h
Netflix has given us our first proper look at the climactic episodes of 'Stranger Things', teasing plenty of mystery and death.
The best Linux Mint desktop environment for you: Cinnamon vs. Xfce vs. MATE
How-To Geek / 3h
Are you staring at the Linux Mint download page wondering which edition to choose? Do terms like Cinnamon, Xfce, and MATE feel confusing? Here are the honest pros and cons of each desktop environment so you can choose confidently.
Spotify was down –here's what we know about the outage
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Spotify was down for many today, but the streaming app now appears to be fixed –here's how the outage played out.
Nvidia reportedly weighs ramping up H200 production to meet surging demand in China
TechCrunch / 3h
After successfully lobbying the Trump administration to approve the sales of its H200 chips to China, Nvidia is now thinking of adding capacity to produce more of the chips.
Samsung's P9 microSD Express card for Switch 2 is 40 percent off right now
Engadget / 3h
It was a big day in gaming history when Nintendo finally released its Switch sequel. But the Nintendo Switch 2 lacked many options for microSD Express cards. Samsung helped change that this fall, with the release of its P9 Express series of microSD Express cards, and now one of them is on sale. Currently, you can pick up the 256GB Samsung P9 Express microSD Express Card for $33, down from $55. Th
James Gunn Denies Even More Brainiac Rumors for ‘Man of Tomorrow’
Gizmodo / 3h
Plus, get new looks at 'Lanterns' and the return of 'House of the Dragon'.
Amazons $9.99 Fire TV Stick 4K Select deal is back — make the most of this wild coupon code
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $30 : As of Dec. 15, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is back down to its $9.99 Black Friday price when you use the coupon code HOLFTV4K at checkout. That's $30 or 75% off its list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99 at Amazon $39.99 Save $30 with coupon code HOLFTV4K If you missed out on the best streaming device deal from Black Friday, it's ba
Nvidia Becomes a Major Model Maker With Nemotron 3
43Wired / 3h
The world’s top chipmaker wants open source AI to succeed—perhaps because closed models increasingly run on its rivals’ silicon.
Home Depot reportedly left internal systems at risk for over a year
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Security researcher finds Home Depot GitHub token left behind by mistake for more than a year.
What is the release date for Fallout season 2 episode 1 on Prime Video?
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The first episode of Fallout season 2 will be out shortly – find out when you can watch it where you live.
Verizon refused to unlock man’s iPhone, so he sued the carrier and won
21Ars Technica - All content / 3h
When Verizon refused to unlock an iPhone purchased by Kansas resident Patrick Roach, he had no intention of giving up without a fight. Roach sued the wireless carrier in small claims court and won. Roach bought a discounted iPhone 16e from Verizon’s Straight Talk brand on February 28, 2025, as a gift for his wife’s birthday. He intended to pay for one month of service, cancel, and then switch the
Android has an ecosystem as good as Apple's—it's called Samsung
How-To Geek / 3h
People buy Apple products for many reasons, but they stick around because of the ecosystem. Thing is, Android has an ecosystem that is just as complete and just as good. One could even say there is a vast galaxy of Android-powered Samsung devices that provide the same kind of integration we've come to expect from Apple products.
In A.I. Boom, Venture Capital Firms Are Raising Loads More Money
NYT > Technology / 3h
Lightspeed Venture Partners, a Silicon Valley venture firm, has amassed more than $9 billion to invest in artificial intelligence. That is its biggest haul.
Amazon apologises after showing 15-rated film to child who rented PG movie
BBC News / 3h
The child's was trying to watch Diary of a Wimpy Kid - but a film with "strong sex and sex references" played instead.
Resident Evil Requiem's Leon will make zombies cower 'with adrenaline-pumping action' while 'scaredy-cat' Grace will fight for survival
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Capcom is doing exactly what I hoped for with Resident Evil Requiem, and it may lead to the best title in the franchise.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could be the perfect mobile movie machine – and I can’t wait to try it out
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could become the device of choice for watching movies on the go, with a larger screen than any tablet-style folding phone before it
The 4 best Paramount+ movies to watch this week (December 15 - 21)
How-To Geek / 4h
Paramount+ subscribers are almost spoiled for choice when it comes to its library of crowd-pleasing blockbusters. For this week, and since we're edging closer to the holidays, I've been in the mood for huge popcorn flicks that are easy to watch.
The Download: introducing the AI Hype Correction package
MIT Technology Review / 4h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Introducing: the AI Hype Correction package AI is going to reproduce human intelligence. AI will eliminate disease. AI is the single biggest, most important invention in human history. You’ve likely heard it all—but probably none of these things are true. AI i
Snag a $100 gift card when you buy the Meta Quest 3 VR headset at Amazon
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Amazon is throwing in a $100 gift card with the Meta Quest 3 VR headset right now
Russian court ruling could see $129 million freeze on some of Google's French assets
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Google is facing a temporary freeze on €110 million in French assets.
The Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box has hit a new record-low price — save over $80 at Amazon
Mashable / 4h
BEST PRICE: As of Dec. 15, the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box is on sale for $124.99 on Amazon. That's the lowest-ever price at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: The Magic: The Gathering Store Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box $124.99 at Amazon $209.70 Save $84.71 The trading card market is still absolutely wild. We're really tryi
The Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box is still under $70 at Amazon
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box is on sale for $69.81 at Amazon. That's 12% off the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box $69.81 at Amazon $78.99 Save $9.18 The Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box was finally released on Dec. 5, offering one foil promo card featuring Mega Ven
Kitty is the open-source Mac terminal that iTerm wishes it could be
How-To Geek / 4h
I’ve been using iTerm2 ever since I discovered there was a better alternative to macOS’s built-in Terminal.app. But I didn’t pay it much mind beyond that: after all, if it ain’t broke...
Your LG TV may get an unremovable Microsoft Copilot app in its next update, and yes, users are annoyed
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
LG has added Microsoft Copilot to its customers' TVs –and they can't delete it
5 Prime Video movies you have to watch this week (December 15 - 21)
How-To Geek / 4h
As we inch closer and closer to the big day of presents—I mean, family, love, togetherness, and all that good stuff—we also inch closer to more time off to do what we entertainment nerds love to do most, which is consume. This week, we’re taking in a mouthful, so be sure to work up an appetite.
Beat the RAM price rises with this free Windows 11 hack for an instant speed boost
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
I’ll show you how Windows 11’s virtual memory hack can help you beat RAM price rises.
The DJI Power 2000 portable power station is down to its lowest-ever price — almost half off at Amazon
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $600: The DJI Power 2000 is on sale at Amazon for $699, down from the list price of $1,299. That's a 46% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Power 2000 portable power station $699 at Amazon $1,299 Save $600 We're in the thick of unstable weather these days. Our social media and news feeds are filled with weather warnings of atmosp
Score $18 off the Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece at Amazon
Mashable / 4h
SAVE OVER $10: As of Dec. 15, the Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece is on sale for $31.99 at Amazon. This is $18 off its list price of $49.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece Building Set 10314 $31.99 at Amazon $49.99 Save $18.00 Lego is a great gift to give over the holidays. If you're shopping for an adult fan right now, there are quite a few deals worth
The Echo Spot is back to its best-ever price at Amazon — save over $30
Mashable / 4h
SAVE OVER $30: As of Dec. 15, the Echo Spot is back to its lowest-ever price of $44.99 at Amazon. This is $35 off its list price of $79.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at Amazon $79.99 Save $35.00 Ahead of the holidays, Amazon has been dropping some great discounts on some of its own devices . The Echo Spot is one that's on sale right now, but what's even better is it's
Looking for a cheap SSD? Don't wait – Samsung could stop producing budget models soon
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
SSD price rises could hit budget drives hard, so buy now, don't wait – and there's more RAM misery in the cards too.
CEOs seem determined to keep spending on AI - despite mixed success
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Slightly more CEOs plan on spending cash on AI as positive economic outlooks dwindle.
I tested Leica's divisive M EV1 — it's easier to the eye, but loses some of that rangefinder soul
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.
An Apple fan says they lost '20 years of digital life' after using an Apple gift card –here's what happened
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
A developer’s Apple Account got banned after they used a compromised gift card, locking away their digital life.
iOS 26.2 has added a handy feature to make notifications more noticeable
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
iOS 26.2 adds a feature that will flash the screen when an alert comes in, giving you a new way to know you've got a notification.
The incredible MacBook Air M4 is our laptop of the year - and you can get it for as low as $299 at Best Buy
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The MacBook Air M4 is our laptop of the year and it's on sale now at Best Buy with $200 off and other ways to save even more. Here's why you need it.
Mirelo raises $41M from Index and a16z to solve AI video’s silent problem
25TechCrunch / 5h
Mirelo, a German startup that is building AI to add synced sound effects to videos, has raised a $41 million seed round led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.
Thea Energy previews Helios, its pixel-inspired fusion power plant
TechCrunch / 5h
Thea Energy says that its planar-coil fusion power plant could be cheaper and easier to build thanks to AI-powered control software.
A guide to using Bash pattern matching instead of grep and sed
How-To Geek / 5h
You've probably written dozens of Bash scripts by now. You may have used grep in a conditional statement or sed to transform small blocks of text inline. What if I told you that's incredibly inefficient? Bash provides built-in utilities to handle these cases, but they're infrequently utilized, so let's fix that.
Eureka’s Christmas Vacuum Deals Are Practically a Holiday Clean-Out, Make Your Home Shine Like Never Before
Gizmodo / 5h
There's a cleaning machine for every home available now at huge savings, from smart robots to amazingly versatile lightweight stick vacuums.
Bose's new QuietComfort Headphones are 53 percent off
Engadget / 5h
The holiday season is very much upon us and, whether you're traveling or need a last-minute present, noise-canceling headphones are a great purchase for this time of year. This is made all the more true when they're on sale. Take the Bose QuietComfort Headphones , which are down to $170 from $359. The 53 percent discount brings these headphones to a new record-low price — even better than their B
Apple TV announces a huge Pluribus milestone in the most Pluribus way
Mashable / 5h
Well, Carol, you did it. Apple TV has announced that Pluribus is its most watched series ever, reportedly surpassing the company's wildly popular shows like Severance and Ted Lasso . Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan's dystopian mystery series, which sees Earth's humans united as a hive mind excepting 12 people, is now Apple's streaming service's top show — an announcement you should take with
Driverless Tesla Robotaxi spotted in Austin
Mashable / 5h
Tesla Robotaxis in Austin are finally doing what they were always supposed to do: drive themselves without a human at the wheel. A Tesla Model Y was recently spotted driving on one of Austin's public roads with absolutely no one at the wheel, or at the passenger seat. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. SEE ALSO: Tesla Optimus robot falls over, goes viral
Epic last-minute gaming laptop deal: get 26% off the Lenovo Legion with an RTX 5060 and OLED display
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Lenovo makes some great gaming laptops and this Lenovo Legion gaming laptop deal is a fantastic option. Here's why you'll love it.
What is the release date for Emily in Paris season 5 on Netflix?
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Emily's left the city of love in favor of a new life in Rome... but will it stick? And when is Emily in Paris season 5 on Netflix?
How to watch Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025 — free streams from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Starring Fury from Gladiators and marking Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's last hurrah, here's how to watch Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025.
Today's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals: free devices, cheap plans, upfront discounts, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
This week's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals could see you taking home one of these stunning devices for free.
52 Flights, 52 Final Goodbyes: You Can Turn United Miles Into a Last Visit So No One Dies Alone
View from the Wing / 5h
For some families, the holidays aren’t about reunion—they’re about racing the clock. Give A Mile uses donated United miles to fly people to a loved one’s bedside in end‑of‑life situations. One balance can become one last hug. Continue reading ...
This Startup Wants to Build Self-Driving Car Software—Super Fast
21Wired / 5h
The autonomous vehicle industry is heating up thanks to advances in AI. But can those same innovations help startups like HyprLabs build safe tech?
7 Best Desktop Computers (2025): Gaming, Macs, Compact, and More
Wired / 5h
Despite advancements in laptops, desktop computers still have a place. These are the WIRED-tested options you should consider.
iRobot has been saved from oblivion by a mysterious Chinese robo-vac giant –here's what that means
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
iRobot has filed for bankruptcy, but promises there won't be any immediate changes for product owners.
4 great movies to watch on Netflix this week (December 15 - 21)
How-To Geek / 5h
What should you watch on Netflix ? It's the eternal question. Despite Netflix's homepage seemingly going on forever, it's not always easy to decide what to press play on.
James Cameron Won’t Let Netflix Buying Warner Bros. Kill Theaters
23Gizmodo / 5h
Eywa as his witness, James Cameron has pledged to make movies for theaters so that side of the business stays alive.
Even Uber has an end-of-year wrap-up now
Engadget / 5h
End-of-year wrap-ups were popularized by Spotify , and these days you can look back on the last 12 months of listening with most of the music streaming apps , as well as your gaming and YouTube viewing habits. The next logical step? A full recap of all of the Uber trips and takeaways you’ve guiltily ordered this year, of course! Uber is calling its new wrap-up feature, which launches today, "YOUB
Memories in pixel: How Victoria Fard uses a PC powered by Snapdragon to build worlds that are deeply human
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
ChatGPT 5.2 vs Gemini 3 - I tried the world's most popular chatbots to see which is best, and the result might surprise you
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Testing ChatGPT-5.2 and Gemini 3 in a round of creative prompts
How to spot AI Christmas cards this year — and which chatbot is best at writing them
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
With millions using AI to write Christmas cards this year, I put my scepticism aside to see whether chatbots can handle something genuinely personal.
A step-by-step guide to using the COUNTIFS function in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 6h
COUNTIFS is the single, versatile function you need in Microsoft Excel to count data based on any combination of criteria. It handles complex AND/OR logic, dynamic cell references, and partial text matches using wildcards, replacing the need for time-consuming workarounds.
Oracle reportedly signs major huge cloud data center deals in the last quarter - nearly $250 billion in new commitments revealed
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
SEC filing reveals $248 billion in data center commitments which weren't covered by Oracle's recent results.
The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box is $29.99 cheaper on TCGplayer vs. Amazon
Mashable / 6h
UPGRADE AND SAVE: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box is currently $29.99 cheaper on TCGplayer compared to the Standard Booster Box for $249.99 on Amazon . Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box $220 at Amazon $249.99 Save $29.99 Possible $60 Gift Card if you qualify for Amazon Visa. Getting an upgraded prod
The Pokémon TCG Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection is now market value at Amazon
Mashable / 6h
AT MARKET VALUE: The Pokémon TCG Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collectio n is now at market value on Amazon compared to TCGplayer's current listing starting at $163 . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection $164.99 at Amazon It's been a pain trying to get hold of the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection for a good price. It was nu
See the 3I/ATLAS comet strangely shift from red to green in new images
Mashable / 6h
In the spirit of the season, the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is changing color as it leaves the sun behind — shifting from a reddish tint to a faint green glow. That visible change signals the comet is reacting to solar heat and releasing new gases in space , giving scientists fresh clues about what it is made of and how it behaves. Astronomers used the Gemini North telescope in Hawaii to capture
The Pokémon TCG Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box is now market value at Amazon
Mashable / 6h
AT MARKET VALUE: The Pokémon TCG Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box is now at market value on Amazon compared to TCGplayer's current listing starting at $82.49 . It's an extra $1.50, but that's worth guaranteeing delivery before Christmas. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box $83.99 at Amazon Possible $60 Gift Card if you qualify for Amazon Visa.
Idea Spectrum Realtime Landscaping Pro 2025 review
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Idea Spectrum Realtime Landscaping Pro is a feature rich PC-only software package designed to help you create detailed landscaping projects, with a wealth of options, and a vast library of plants and objects.
Lenovo Legion Go 2 review: Solid portable gaming in a comfortable form-factor
How-To Geek / 6h
The latest Lenovo Legion Go 2 sports the recently-released AMD Ryzen Z2 and Z2 Extreme processors, an 8.8-inch FHD+ OLED panel, and fantastic software. In fact, the experience is so good that it almost made me fall in love with portable gaming handhelds—but it didn’t fully persuade me.
Interstellar Arc Serves Up Alien Foxes, Exoplanets, and VR Carl Sagan
Wired / 6h
Interstellar Arc is an immersive sci-fi experience that uses recent advances in headset tech to break new ground in virtual reality. And it all happens inside an empty-looking room in Las Vegas.
Guillermo del Toro Reveals Ideas for His ‘Justice League Dark’ Film
24Gizmodo / 6h
The horror filmmaker sure knew what he wanted to do with 'Justice League Dark,' and still loves what he wrote for the would-be movie.
Apple needs to make a smart ring to save me from this ridiculous situation
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
I think we need an Apple Ring because I hate the watch.
Make the most of the new update with 10% off the PlayStation Portal at PS Direct — though the deal is ending soon
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
This might be your last chance to save 10% off the PS Portal and have it arrive safely before Christmas.
The RAM crisis will see smartphone specs go backwards in 2026, experts warn – here's why
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Thanks to rising RAM prices, phone makers might choose to equip their upcoming handsets with less of it.
It’s a great time to buy an eGPU – and UGreen’s new Razer rival has two major tricks up its sleeve
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
UGreen is taking the fight to Razer and other eGPU dock manufacturers, with the new Linkstation eGPU dock launching in China.
NYT Pips hints, answers for December 15, 2025
Mashable / 6h
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
Get the Bose Ultra open-ear earbuds for under $200 at Best Buy
Mashable / 6h
SAVE OVER $100: As of Dec. 15, the Bose Ultra Open-Ear Earbuds are on sale for $189 at Best Buy. This is $110 off their list price of $299. Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Ultra Open-Ear Earbuds $189 at Best Buy $299 Save $110 Looking for deals on last-minute gift ideas before the holidays? Best Buy's Deal of the Day is a great place to find some stellar offers. As of Dec. 15, Best Buy is
The Kindle Scribe is at its lowest-ever price ahead of Christmas — save $140 right now
Mashable / 6h
SAVE $140: As of Dec. 15, the Kindle Scribe is on sale for $279.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 33% on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe $279.99 at Amazon $419.99 Save $140 The Kindle Scribe is just one of many in the Kindle lineup , but it's definitely a favorite. Combining reading and writing, this model is ideal for anyone who loves to put notes in book margin
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 15, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know your baseball slang. 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 n
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 15, 2025
Mashable / 6h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
Microsoft is back in court in the UK over unfair cloud licensing claims
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Microsoft is being taken to court over cloud licensing terms in the UK -compensation could total over £2 billion.
New Spider-Man: Brand New Day story leaks emerge online as filming reportedly wraps on Tom Holland's next Marvel movie
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Spider-Man 4 just got a major filming update – and a fresh look at its logo via a production wrap gift.
How the Biggest Monopoly in AI Is Keeping Its Throne in 2026 and Beyond
Gizmodo / 7h
It's unnerving how much of the global economy is dependent on $400 million lithography machines.
JetBlue A320 & “Invisible” US Air Force Jet Have “Outrageous” Close Call
23One Mile at a Time / 7h
A JetBlue pilot reported a near mid-air collision after departing the Caribbean… and it was with a US Air Force jet! JetBlue A320 encounters US Air Force jet departing Curaçao This incident happened on Friday, December 12, 2025, and involves JetBlue flight B61112, flying from Curaçao (CUR) to New York (JFK). The flight was operated by an Airbus A320 with the registration code N809JB. After a rout
Ofcom investigates BT and Three for failing to connect 999 calls
25BBC News / 7h
The companies have been fined in the past over outages leaving customers unable to call emergency services.
How to watch Anupama online from anywhere – including outside India and in the USA
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Want to watch Anupama from anywhere? Stream every new twist as Anupama faces betrayal, hidden agendas, and the fight to prove Prem’s innocence.
How to watch Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai online from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Follow the latest twists as Abhira and Armaan navigate growing family tensions. Here's how to watch Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai from anywhere.
Arc Raiders is getting a guitar this week and I can't wait to get betrayed by a rat playing Wonderwall
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Arc Raiders devs have teased a guitar item for the Cold Snap update later this week. Here's what we know so far.
AI coding is now everywhere. But not everyone is convinced.
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Depending who you ask, AI-powered coding is either giving software developers an unprecedented productivity boost or churning out masses of poorly designed code that saps their attention and sets software projects up for serious long term-maintenance problems. The problem is right now, it’s not easy to know which is true. As tech giants pour billions into large language models (LLMs), coding has
A brief history of Sam Altman’s hype
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Each time you’ve heard a borderline outlandish idea of what AI will be capable of, it often turns out that Sam Altman was, if not the first to articulate it, at least the most persuasive and influential voice behind it. For more than a decade he has been known in Silicon Valley as a world-class fundraiser and persuader. OpenAI’s early releases around 2020 set the stage for a mania around large la
The AI doomers feel undeterred
MIT Technology Review / 7h
It’s a weird time to be an AI doomer. This small but influential community of researchers, scientists, and policy experts believes, in the simplest terms, that AI could get so good it could be bad—very, very bad—for humanity. Though many of these people would be more likely to describe themselves as advocates for AI safety than as literal doomsayers, they warn that AI poses an existential risk to
The great AI hype correction of 2025
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Some disillusionment was inevitable. When OpenAI released a free web app called ChatGPT in late 2022, it changed the course of an entire industry—and several world economies. Millions of people started talking to their computers, and their computers started talking back. We were enchanted, and we expected more. We got it. Technology companies scrambled to stay ahead, putting out rival products th
Generative AI hype distracts us from AI’s more important breakthroughs
MIT Technology Review / 7h
On April 28, 2022, at a highly anticipated concert in Spokane, Washington, the musician Paul McCartney astonished his audience with a groundbreaking application of AI: He began to perform with a lifelike depiction of his long-deceased musical partner, John Lennon. Using recent advances in audio and video processing, engineers had taken the pair’s final performance (London, 1969), separated Lennon
AI might not be coming for lawyers’ jobs anytime soon
MIT Technology Review / 7h
When the generative AI boom took off in 2022, Rudi Miller and her law school classmates were suddenly gripped with anxiety. “Before graduating, there was discussion about what the job market would look like for us if AI became adopted,” she recalls. So when it came time to choose a speciality, Miller—now a junior associate at the law firm Orrick—decided to become a litigator, the kind of lawyer w
What even is the AI bubble?
MIT Technology Review / 7h
MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you understand what’s coming next. You can read more from the series here . In July, a widely cited MIT study claimed that 95% of organizations that invested in generative AI were getting “zero return.” Tech stocks briefly plunged. While the study itself was more nuanced than the headlines, for
AI materials discovery now needs to move into the real world
MIT Technology Review / 7h
The microwave-size instrument at Lila Sciences in Cambridge, Massachusetts, doesn’t look all that different from others that I’ve seen in state-of-the-art materials labs. Inside its vacuum chamber, the machine zaps a palette of different elements to create vaporized particles, which then fly through the chamber and land to create a thin film, using a technique called sputtering. What sets this in
Streamline your client work forever with Sellful for one $350 payment
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: The Sellful White Label Website Builder and Software ERP Agency Plan is on sale for $349.97 (reg. $1,497) through Dec. 21 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Opens in a new window Credit: Sellful Sellful - White Label Website Builder & Software: ERP Agency Plan (Lifetime) $349.97 $1,497 Save $1,147.03 If you want to manage websites, client communication, online sales, and business automation without using m
Bulky earbuds aren’t for bed — but these $20 earbuds were actually made for sleeping
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR : These earbuds were made for bedtime, and now you can get the SleepEEZ Mini Noise-Blocking True Wireless Earbuds for Sleeping for just $19.97 (reg. $34.99) for a limited time. Opens in a new window Credit: HyperGear SleepEEZ Mini Noise-Blocking True Wireless Earbuds for Sleeping $19.97 $34.99 Save $15.02 Have you ever tried to sleep with your normal earbuds in? It may seem like a great ide
Score $70 off Beats Solo 4 headphones before Christmas
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $70: As of Dec. 15, Beats Solo 4 are on sale for $129.95 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 $129.95 at Amazon $199.95 Save $70 Looking for a new headphones deal before Christmas ? Look no further than this latest Amazon deal on Beats Solo 4 . As of Dec. 15, you can save $70 on these headphones, with a new price of $129.95. Bea
The Dyson Airstrait just got its biggest-ever discount at Amazon — save $170 right now
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $170: As of Dec. 15, the Dyson Airstrait is on sale for $379.99 at Amazon. That's a 31% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airstrait $379.99 at Amazon $549.99 Save $170 The Christmas countdown is on, and if you're still hunting for the perfect gift, check out this latest Amazon deal on the Dyson Airstrait . The Airstrait has seen several discounts over rece
The Kindle Paperwhite is $25 off ahead of Christmas
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $25: As of Dec. 15, the Kindle Paperwhite is on sale for $134.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 16% on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $134.99 at Amazon $159.99 Save $25 The big day is just around the corner, and if you're still scrambling for some last minute Christmas gift ideas , don't worry — you've got some time. And if you have a book lover in your
Radiation-Detection Systems Are Quietly Running in the Background All Around You
Wired / 7h
If a major disaster like Fukushima or Chernobyl ever happens again, the world would know almost straight away, thanks to an array of government and DIY radiation-monitoring programs running globally.
Grand Theft Auto game creator sacked us for trying to unionise
22BBC News / 8h
Former staff at the Grand Theft Auto creator are seeking an employment tribunal over alleged "union-busting".
Dreame's new Matrix10 Ultra takes robovac smarts to the next level
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
The Dreame Matrix10 Ultra takes robovac smarts to the next level, plus it has unique features you won't find anywhere else.
iRobot has filed for bankruptcy and may be taken over by its primary supplier
22Engadget / 8h
iRobot, which brought robotic vacuum cleaners to the masses with its iconic Roomba models, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy . The Massachusetts-based company plans to sell all assets to its primary supplier, a Chinese company known as Picea Robotics. If approved by a bankruptcy court, the move would allow iRobot to "continue operating in the ordinary course, pursue its product development road
QuEra Thousands of Neutral Atom Qubits is a Few Years from Commercial Quantum Advantage #Q2B
Next Big Future / 8h
QuEra will release a new roadmap to commercial quantum advantage in 2026. They presented progress to commercial quantum advantage over regular computers. They gave a talk at the Q2b 2025 conference (quantum to business).
Quantum Transistors Can Scale Diamond Color Center Qubits #Q2B #Q2B2025
Next Big Future / 8h
Diamond color centers are a well researched field, but using them at scale as qubits was out of reach until recently. Their Quantum Transistor device (patent pending) resolves the charge stability issue and few more hurdles to enable using color centers as qubits. They presented at the Q2B 2025 conference. They could scale to 250,000 ... Read more
Roomba maker iRobot has filed for bankruptcy
Mashable / 8h
Roomba maker iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the District of Delaware, capping off several difficult years of financial woes for the U.S. robot vacuum company. Announced on Sunday, iRobot will now be acquired by Chinese robotics company Picea, which has been acting as its secured lender and primary contract manufacturer. Under the deal, Picea will enable iRobot to continue operation
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Sale: 30% Off Award Tickets
2KOne Mile at a Time / 9h
Singapore Airlines offers its monthly KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can receive a 30% discount on award tickets in select markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines . There are several opportunities to save miles on tickets in economy, premium economy, and business class, including some options for travel to and from th
United Flight Attendant Charged With Battery Over Airport Shoulder Touch
One Mile at a Time / 9h
A United Airlines flight attendant has been charged with battery after getting into a dispute with a Cayman Airways customer service agent over a loud phone call, as flagged by PYOK . This is an interesting story, because the flight attendant admits to battery, but the question is whether Florida’s laws around what constitutes battery are reasonable. United Airlines & Cayman Airways employee disp
Roomba vacuum cleaner firm files for bankruptcy
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Under the so-called pre-packaged Chapter 11 process, the main maker of its devices will take ownership of the firm.
Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q1 2026: Register Now
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The Chase Freedom Flex SM Credit Card ( review ) is an incredible no annual fee card belonging to Chase’s Freedom portfolio, which can help you maximize your points, thanks to its quarterly bonus categories. With a new quarter (and year!) being around the corner, Chase has just opened registration for its Q1 2026 bonus categories, so this is a great time to register. Note that these same bonus ca
Today Only: Up To 4x Bonus Airlines Miles On Apple Purchases
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Online shopping portals can be a great way to pick up additional miles and points for purchases you’d make anyway. Just for following a specific link, you can earn bonus points in addition to the ones you’d earn for credit card spending. Whenever I make an online purchase, I always check to see which shopping portal has the best bonus. There’s one promotion on online purchases right now that I th
Hurdle hints and answers for December 15, 2025
Mashable / 12h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on December 15
Mashable / 12h
There's not a whole lot to spot on the surface of the moon tonight, but if you look hard enough you'll see one or two interesting features. And as we approach the New Moon, this will be one of the last chances to see anything for a few nights. What is today’s moon phase? As of Monday, Dec. 15, the moon phase is Waning Crescent. This means 18% of the moon is lit up tonight, according to NASA's Dai
A real smart home has SmartWings motorized shades, so what are you waiting for?
How-To Geek / 12h
In the smart homes of the future, we were promised that everything would be automated. Today, there are robot vacuums to clean your floors and smart locks that secure your residence without a key—so why should you still be manually operating your blinds?
