Wednesday, February 25, 2026

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I tried the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Heres why Apple should worry.
Mashable / 1h
I walked into Unpacked, the event in San Francisco where the company unveiled its Galaxy s26 lineup , as ... well, not quite a card-carrying Apple fan, but let's just say my iPhone, iPad, Airpods, and Macbook came with. I was there to report on the launch, not to be tempted by anything an Android phone could offer. The last thing I expected was the Galaxy S26 Ultra giving me a really compelling r





A.I. Dating Apps Complicate China’s Efforts to Boost Birthrate
NYT > Technology / 18min
As China grapples with a shrinking population and historically low birthrate, people are finding romance with chatbots instead.






How 1 state may upend how you use your credit card — and what you can do about it

10KThe Points Guy Articles / 10h
Over the last few years, the federal government has been considering bills that could upend how credit cards work and potentially jeopardize rewards — most notably, the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA), which has failed to advance as a stand-alone bill or as an attachment to other legislation . While federal efforts have stalled, state governments are increasingly joining the fray. Pending the





Bilt Rent Day Promotion March 2026: Up To 125% Japan Airlines Transfer Bonus
1KOne Mile at a Time / 15h
Bilt is the platform known for providing rewards for housing payments. We’ve recently seen massive changes at Bilt , including an overhaul of the credit card portfolio , plus new ways that housing rewards are offered . There are many innovative things about Bilt, including that there’s a Bilt Rent Day promotion on the first day of each month. With a new month being right around the corner, the Ma





Tech Life
BBC News / 16h
The smart glasses market is growing, with more choice of wearable devices.






A.I. Dating Apps Complicate China’s Efforts to Boost Birthrate
NYT > Technology / 18min
As China grapples with a shrinking population and historically low birthrate, people are finding romance with chatbots instead.





The Galaxy S26 lineup makes one thing clear: Samsung wants you in the Ultra
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Samsung raised the prices on the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus, but left the Galaxy S26 Ultra untouched. I have a theory as to why.









NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 26, 2026
Mashable / 1h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're comedic. 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 an





NYT Strands hints, answers for February 26, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you always have to have the last word. 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 par





Wordle today: Answer, hints for February 26, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're fascinated by antique weapons. 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:





Coming soon: Use your Amex Resy credit at wineries and even more restaurants
The Points Guy Articles / 2h
American Express is expanding its dining footprint in a big way. Amex recently announced that its restaurant reservation platform, Resy , will merge with Tock, a restaurant booking platform, this summer — adding more than 25,000 restaurants, wineries and hospitality venues to the Resy network. For eligible Amex cardholders with Resy dining credits, that means thousands of additional places to put





‘Compute Equals Revenues’: Nvidia Needs Jensen Huang’s New Catchphrase to Be True
Gizmodo / 3h
Here's everything you need to know from Nvidia's latest earnings call.





3 must-see horror movies on HBO Max if you want a serious midweek scare
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Cozy up and turn down the lights with these scary movies that are perfect for a midweek watch.





Valve Has Been ‘Letting Children and Adults Alike Illegally Gamble,’ New York A.G. Alleges
Gizmodo / 3h
The explosive suit involves loot boxes and their supposed psychological effects.





Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff: This isn’t our first SaaSpocalypse
TechCrunch / 3h
Salesforce reported a solid year-end earnings and then pulled out all the stops to ward off more talk of the death of its business to AI.





Anthropic drops its signature safety promise and rewrites AI guardrails
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Anthropic has rewritten its flagship safety policy, dropping its once-defining 'no release until safe' pledge in favor of a more flexible, transparency-based framework.





Lawmakers Ask Tech Companies What User Data They Provided to D.H.S.
NYT > Technology / 4h
The requests followed Times reporting that the Department of Homeland Security had sent Meta and other companies subpoenas for information on accounts that track or comment on ICE.





‘Scorsese’s movie scared the hell out of me’: Amy Adams previews Apple TV’s Cape Fear remake — but the original movies aren’t streaming anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Apple TV is set to reimagine Martin Scorsese’s 90s thriller Cape Fear into a new 10-part series, but I can’t stream the original movie anywhere.





The rumored touchscreen MacBook Pro could get the iPhone’s Dynamic Island, but still lack one key feature
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
A new report says the touchscreen MacBook Pro will have a Dynamic Island, but there’s no mention of Face ID.





There's a sneaky way to watch Survivor 50 for free
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
We uncovered a sneaky way to watch Survivor 50 for FREE – from anywhere in the world, without coughing up for a Premium streaming subscription or cable. Here's the trick...





The Good—and Bad—News About Next Week’s Total Lunar Eclipse
Gizmodo / 5h
An early morning eclipse will sweep across North America on March 3, posing a challenge for skywatchers along the eastern half of the continent.





Microsoft's planned new AI trick for Edge will 'automatically open the Copilot side pane' with Outlook email links — and I can feel the hate already
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Microsoft is looking to bring a new AI trick to Edge — and I'm betting most of the browser's users will hate it.





Chip giant Nvidia defies AI concerns with record $215bn revenue
BBC News / 5h
Demand for Nvidia chips rose even as the company sets out to create AI products of its own.





New Webb Telescope photos show off the Exposed Cranium Nebula
Engadget / 5h
It's always a fun day for the space nerds when a NASA team has new images to share from the James Webb Space Telescope. Today's pair has brains on the brain, with a look at the fittingly named Exposed Cranium Nebula. More officially, this cloud of space dust and debris is known as Nebula PMR 1. The images shared today may capture a moment in the final stages of a star, as well as giving hints as





Gushwork bets on AI search for customer leads — and early results are emerging
TechCrunch / 5h
Gushwork has raised $9 million in a seed round led by SIG and Lightspeed. The startup has seen early customer traction from AI search tools like ChatGPT.





Anthropic acquires computer-use AI startup Vercept after Meta poached one of its founders
TechCrunch / 5h
Seattle-based Vercept developed complex agentic tools, including a computer-use agent that could complete tasks inside applications like a person with a laptop would.





Big policy change coming to Amazon Wish Lists


Mashable / 5h
Amazon just announced a change to its Wish List policies: On March 25, the retailer will remove the option to restrict purchases from third-party sellers for list items. Gift purchasers will be able to buy items sold by third parties on people's lists, and their addresses will be shared with the seller for fulfillment. Creators like Zach Bussey shared a screenshot of the Amazon email on X. This T





AI and deepfakes are proving to be a security nightmare for businesses everywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Cybercriminals are using AI to speed up and improve their tactics, new report warns.





Revolut Ex-Employee Allegedly Tried to Extort a Customer for Crypto Ransom
Gizmodo / 6h
It highlights the perils of "trusted third parties"—and reminds us what the whole point of decentralized protocols was to begin with.





10 Hacks Every Telegram User Should Know
Lifehacker / 6h
Telegram is among the most popular WhatsApp alternatives around. Telegram supports messaging individuals and groups, but it also has social media-like channels where you can post to thousands of subscribers at once. In this piece, I'll be focusing more on Telegram as a messenger, since that's how I use it the most. In my decade of using the app, I've learned quite a bit about it, and I'm here to





Discord Is Delaying Age Checks Following User Backlash
Gizmodo / 6h
The is pushing back the global rollout of age checks until later this year.





Anthropic changes safety policy amid intense AI competition
Mashable / 6h
When Anthropic launched years ago, the company wanted an industry-wide "race to the top" in artificial intelligence , instead of a race to the bottom in pursuit of customers and market dominance that would inadvertently lead to catastrophic safety risks. So Anthropic adopted safety principles and policies that it hoped it competitors would also implement. In some instances, companies, including G





Nvidia has another record quarter amid record capex spends
TechCrunch / 6h
"The demand for tokens in the world has gone completely exponential," Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said about the company's earnings.





Chicken Jockey Beaten By Furries as ‘Zootopia 2’ Becomes 2025’s Top Domestic Movie
Gizmodo / 6h
'A Minecraft Movie' still raked in an alarming amount of money—it just made slightly less than Disney's animated smash.





I saw the first OLED TV with LG’s new-gen cheaper panel, and it looks like a nice upgrade — but here's the fine print
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The Panasonic Z86C looks like it could stand up against mid-range OLED models thanks to its new-gen screen





Samsung Is Very Confident in the Galaxy S26 Series' Cameras
Lifehacker / 6h
It probably will come as no surprise that Samsung claims its new S26 series delivers "the most powerful Galaxy experience yet." The company announced the new phones during its big Unpacked 2026 event , and, like most new smartphones these days, this year's models appear to be iterative updates to last year's S25 phones. The company particularly touted the S26 series' cameras, but the interesting





GL.iNet Slate 7 portable Wi-Fi 7 travel router review: A brilliant travel router with a few strategic flaws that the makers need to fix
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The GL.iNet Slate 7 is a Wi-Fi 7-capable router designed for home and small-business use that punches above its weight.





Guy Bets Entire Life Savings Against Elon Musk, Wins
Gizmodo / 6h
How to succeed in gambling without really trying.





Limited-time offer: Windows 11 Pro lifetime license for just $12.97
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for only $12.97 (reg. $199) while this deal lasts. Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Windows 11 Pro $12.97 $199 Save $186.03 Ready for a faster, more seamless computing experience? Microsoft’s latest operating system delivers exactly that — and Windows 11 Pro is available for just $12.97 (reg. $199) for a limited time. That’s a lifetime license





VPN deal of the week: NordVPN’s birthday sale offers a free way to upgrade your phone’s privacy to Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra levels
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Avoid forking out on an entirely new phone while boosting your phone's privacy





Samsung's new super-powered meeting room displays want to make your video calls far more interactive, whether you like it or not
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Samsung’s WAFX-P interactive display combines AI tools, dual-pen input, live captions, and multi-device integration for collaborative business environments.





Snap is hosting its own creator awards show
Engadget / 7h
It seems like any and every industry can have its own awards show these days. And why not? Most of us appreciate a chance to bust out the sequins and satin from time to time. If you can celebrate excellent work or make some extra biz dev bucks at the same time, all the better. Snap is the latest social media company to launch its own take on the glitz and glam. The Snappy Awards Show will be held





Why the Galaxy S26 Got a Price Hike
Lifehacker / 7h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. On paper, the Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup seems like a pretty standard upgrade. The phones have received a new chip, some new AI features , slight bumps to the battery life and charging speeds (depending on your model), and even a fancy new gimmick in the Privacy Display . But once you add one of these new handsets to your cart, you'll notice anothe





Musk has no proof OpenAI stole xAI trade secrets, judge rules, tossing lawsuit
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Elon Musk appears to be grasping at straws in a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of poaching eight xAI employees in an allegedly unlawful bid to access xAI trade secrets connected to its data centers and chatbot, Grok. In a Tuesday order granting OpenAI's motion to dismiss, US District Judge Rita F. Lin said that xAI failed to provide evidence of any misconduct from OpenAI. Instead, xAI seemed fixated on





The Galaxy S26 is faster, more expensive, and even more chock-full of AI
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
There used to be countless companies making flagship Android phones, but a combination of factors has narrowed the field over time. Today, Samsung is the undisputed king of the Android device ecosystem with its Galaxy S line. So we can safely assume today's Unpacked has revealed the most popular Android phones for the next year—the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. Samsung didn't swi





Judge doesn't trust DOJ with search of devices seized from Wash. Post reporter
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
A federal court will conduct a search of devices seized from a Washington Post reporter after a magistrate judge decided yesterday that the Department of Justice cannot be trusted to perform the search on its own. US Magistrate Judge William Porter criticized government prosecutors for not including key information in a search warrant application. The court wasn't aware of a 1980 law that limits





Skate's developer is laying off staff before the game leaves early access
Engadget / 7h
Full Circle, the developer behind the new Skate game, has announced that it is restructuring and laying off staff. It's not yet clear how many roles will be impacted by the changes, but the restructuring is happening less than six months after skate. launched in early access on September 15, 2025. "We’re reshaping Full Circle to better support skate. ’s long-term future," Full Circle says. "These





The AI Arms Race Joins Forces With the Literal Arms Race, Fueling $348 Trillion in Debt
Gizmodo / 7h
It's the biggest annual increase since the pandemic.





Nvidia’s Quarterly Profit Hits $43 Billion on Strong A.I. Chip Sales
NYT > Technology / 7h
Total profit for the fiscal year was $120 billion, the company said. Three years ago, it was just $4.4 billion.





Passengers Demand Court Undo Alaska’s Hawaiian Airlines Merger—Say Deal Hurts Competition, Raises Prices
View from the Wing / 7h
Nearly 18 months after Alaska Air Group completed its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, a revived passenger lawsuit is now urging a federal court to undo the deal, arguing it has reduced competition, driven up fares and cut routes.





Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. iPhone 17: Is It All About AI?
Gizmodo / 7h
On paper, the Apple and Samsung's latest phones are nearly neck and neck on all major features.





Everything coming to HBO Max in March
How-To Geek / 7h
HBO Max is taking us for quite an exciting ride in March. Not only is the streamer dropping a slew of hit movies from the past on us, but it’s also presenting us with some appetizing debuts of new series, films, and documentaries, one of which feels like a giant belated Valentine’s Day present for Big Lebowski fans.





Intriguing New Smartphone Design Features a Small Robot Arm
Futurism / 7h
The form factor of smartphones hasn’t changed all too much since the original iPhone debuted back in 2007. Ever since, we’ve had the same old slab format that’s grown more and more tired. Apart from foldable smartphones that have struggled to carve out a major footprint, it’s all more of the same. Now, Chinese brand Honor has come up with a curious new concept ahead of the Mobile World Congress (





Nvidia at $203 As Earnings Beat and Guidance is Good
Next Big Future / 7h
Can Nvidia Earnings Save the stock market? Looks like yes. Earnings was $68 billion for this quarter and they are guiding to $78 billion for next quarter (which means a likely $80-81 billion actual next quarter). This is still without any China revenue kicking in. Trump will visit to China in March 2026. Trade/tech issues ... Read more





Samsung hikes price of Galaxy S26 lineup over S25, but it won't say the RAM crisis is to blame — even though it almost certainly is
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Samsung won't blame the RAM crisis for its S26 price hikes, but I will.





Roundtables: Why 2026 Is the Year for Sodium-Ion Batteries
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Listen to the session or watch below Sodium-based batteries could be a cheaper, safer alternative to lithium-ion, and the technology is finally making its way into cars—and energy storage arrays on the grid. Sodium-ion batteries are one of MIT Technology Review’s 10 Breakthrough Technologies of 2026 list, and this subscriber-only discussion explains why. Watch a discussion exploring the present m





Teens Declare: Superheroes Are Out, Daddy Energy Is In
Gizmodo / 7h
According to a new study, kids are moving on from stoic heroes—and want more compassionate portrayals of masculinity in their lives.





Clear's new 'e-gates' are now live at 37 airports — with more to come in 2026
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
If you recently used Clear at an airport and felt like things went a lot quicker, you're probably not imagining it. As of this week, Clear has brought quicker, automated "e-gates" to 37 airports across the country. It's a more streamlined setup compared to its legacy kiosks — and it's a notable upgrade to a service meant to expedite passengers' trips through Transportation Security Administration





Sam Altman says plans for data centers in space are 'ridiculous' — is this the start of a new war of words with Elon Musk?
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Sam Altman dismisses current plans for orbital data centers, citing high launch costs, hardware fragility, and infrastructure limitations.





Whats the average adult creators salary?
Mashable / 8h
While some porn performers are out there making six figures a year — or month — many don't. In 2024, it was revealed that the average OnlyFans creator pocketed just $1,300 a year . But that sum was a calculation based on OnlyFans' numbers. What do actual 18+ creators say they earn? The average creator earns about $58,700 a year from adult work, or about $5,000 per month, according to a survey fro





Adultery app Ashley Madison says its rebranding to discreet dating
Mashable / 8h
The infamous dating platform Ashley Madison just announced a massive global rebrand, and the sheer audacity of its new PR spin is worth talking about. Ashley Madison is officially dropping the “affairs” label and repositioning itself as a privacy-first destination for "discreet dating.” But if you’ve kept up with the company’s track record, you have a right to feel a little skeptical. SEE ALSO: O





Here's How to Preorder the Galaxy S26 Series
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The Galaxy S26 series is official , even if they're not quite officially here yet. Samsung announced the new smartphones at today's Unpacked 2026 , touting their upgraded chips (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy), pro camera features, and new Galaxy AI capabilities . It might be a relatively quiet update, but an update's an update. If you're loo





Used Teslas Are Getting More Expensive While Other EVs Get Cheaper
Gizmodo / 8h
If you want a used EV, you might have to pay the Elon tax.





Everyone Speaks Incel Now
Wired / 8h
After migrating from misogynist forums to social media feeds, terms like “looksmaxxing” and “mogged” are now impossible to avoid.





The next Assassin's Creed game loses its creative director
Engadget / 8h
Ubisoft's shakeups continue unabated. The creative director of the next Assassin's Creed game, codenamed Hexe , has left the company. The departure of Clint Hocking, a 20-year veteran of the company over two stints, was reportedly announced in a staff meeting this week. Hocking's resume at Ubisoft included serving as creative director on Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory , Far Cry 2 and Watch Dogs: Leg





The Average American Would Pay $49 Per Month to Drink Recycled Toilet Water, Study Finds
Futurism / 8h
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Similarly, the water in your toilet bowl could be another person’s drink — after it’s rigorously filtered and becomes so pure that treatment facilities actually need to manually add minerals back into the water so it doesn’t, dare we say, flush important nutrients out of your own system. Icky as it may sound on paper, recycled sewage or waste water may b





I can't believe I'm actually excited to sit in virtual traffic in the 'most ambitious and content-rich Bus Simulator to date'
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Publisher Astragon Entertainment has announced Bus Simulator 27.





‘There’s possibility for another partner to join the ecosystem’ — as Perplexity lands on Samsung Galaxy S26 phones a Samsung head is already teasing the next AI addition
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
As Samsung adds Perplexity to its S26 smartphones it's already teasing the next AI addition.





9 things we learned from Samsung’s big Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event — from the S26 Ultra to the Buds4 Pro
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Samsung has wrapped up it first big Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026 — here's everything it announced in one handy place.





Every Scream movie, ranked
How-To Geek / 8h
The Scream franchise is not only a champion of the slasher subgenre but also stands as one of the pivotal horror franchises of all time. Centered on killers slaughtering teens in the now-iconic Ghostface mask, the franchise is smart and rewarding to longtime horror fans while also acting as the perfect entry point to the genre for newcomers across three decades. And 30 years after her first encou





Canadian government demands safety changes from OpenAI
Engadget / 8h
Canadian officials summoned leaders from OpenAI to Ottawa this week to address safety concerns about ChatGPT. The crux of the government concerns was that OpenAI did not notify authorities when it banned the account of a user who allegedly committed a mass shooting in British Columbia earlier this month. "The message that we delivered, in no uncertain terms, was that we have ‌an expectation that





The ‘Overdue’ West Coast Mega-Earthquake May Not Be Looming After All
Gizmodo / 8h
Make no mistake—this doesn’t mean there is no danger. The researchers urge policymakers to treat seismic risk as a constant.





The White House wants AI companies to cover rate hikes. Most have already said they would.
TechCrunch / 8h
Many hyperscalers have already made public commitments to cover electricity cost increases.





Samsung's New S26 'Privacy Display' Will Make Third-Party Privacy Screens Obsolete
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I have a bad habit, and you probably do too: When someone opens their phone near me, I instinctively look. I'm not looking for anything intentionally—my eyes glance involuntarily, hovering for a moment before I return someone's privacy—but I've seen everything from harmless wallpapers to lock codes, bank statements, and text messages during relati





10 Items to Help You Better Organize Your Fridge
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. A lot of us spend significant time and energy organizing our closets, home offices, and even our kitchen cabinets, but we toss our weekly groceries and daily leftovers into the fridge with little thought. Soon enough, we can't find the ranch dressing behind all the plastic containers filled with food that looks more like a science experiment. Even





Xbox consoles now support 1440p streaming
Engadget / 8h
Microsoft has announced that its rolling out support for streaming games at 1440p on Xbox consoles. Game streaming is a key benefit of paying for a Game Pass subscription, and as of 2025 , now also includes games players own that aren't part of the larger Game Pass library. The higher bitrate streaming option will let subscribers with an Xbox Series X or S, Xbox One X or Xbox One play their games





The Most Messed-Up-Looking ‘Absolute Batman’ Villains, Ranked
Gizmodo / 8h
A hero is only as good as his villains—and so far DC's blockbuster new take on the Dark Knight is knocking it out of the park.





Samsung to auto-tag AI-generated photos in Galaxy S26
Mashable / 8h
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked was full of announcements about the company's new line of Galaxy S26 smartphones . And, of course, Samsung had plenty to highlight in terms of its Galaxy AI features too. One of the major new AI-related features this year from Samsung involves the Galaxy S26's photo app. All photo tools, including AI editing, will all live in a new Creative Studio so users can capture, edi





EgyptAir Launching Cairo To Chicago & Los Angeles Flights As Of Mid-2026
81One Mile at a Time / 8h
Several months ago, we learned how EgyptAir filed with the Department of Transportation (DOT), requesting permission to launch two new routes. There’s now an update, as the new routes are official, and the schedules have been published. EgyptAir adding Chicago & Los Angeles routes In the coming months, EgyptAir intends to launch flights from Cairo (CAI) to both Los Angeles (LAX) and Chicago (ORD)





Kalshi Bans MrBeast Video Editor and Political Candidate Over Insider Trading
Gizmodo / 8h
This is the first known action that the prediction market has taken against users for alleged insider trading.





Double-dip these Rakuten and Amex offers to save big on your next Viator tour
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
If you're planning activities for an upcoming trip — or looking for a fun diversion in your hometown — you'll want to jump on this deal. Shopping portal Rakuten is offering elevated earnings at Viator, which sells tours, day trips, museum tickets and more around the world. Plus, targeted American Express cardholders can stack these rewards with an Amex Offer at Viator. Here's how you can double-d





US cybersecurity agency CISA reportedly in dire shape amid Trump cuts and layoffs
TechCrunch / 8h
Under the first year of the Trump administration, the U.S. cyber agency CISA has faced cuts, layoffs, and furloughs, as bipartisan lawmakers and cybersecurity industry sources say the agency is unprepared to handle a crisis.





Welcome to the post-hype crypto market
TechCrunch / 8h
Crypto is creeping back into the startup conversation, but at ETHDenver last week, the buzz was as much about Washington as it was about tokens. Policy shifts are rippling through the market as Tether and stablecoins face scrutiny, players like Stripe re-enter the conversation, and startups either find traction or flame out. The hype cycle is over, or at least taking a break. So what comes next? O





Could a vaccine prevent dementia? Shingles shot data only getting stronger.
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
While lifesaving vaccines face a relentless onslaught from the Trump administration—with fervent anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading the charge—scientific literature is building a wondrous story: A vaccine appears to prevent dementia, including Alzheimer's, and may even slow biological aging. For years, study after study has noted that older adults vaccinated against shingles seem





Kalshi Says It’s Busted a MrBeast Staffer for Insider Trading
Futurism / 9h
There are plenty of reasons to suspect that insider trading could be rampant on prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. Earlier this year, an anonymous account perfectly predicted the United States’ invasion of Venezuela, netting over $400,000. Another account correctly guessed 17 out of around 20 bets about this month’s Super Bowl half-time show, making it statistically hard to imagine they





Why This Part of Antarctica Bleeds Blood Red
Gizmodo / 9h
Perhaps surprisingly, the answer isn't climate change.





Alphabet-owned robotics software company Intrinsic joins Google
TechCrunch / 9h
Nearly five years after graduating into an independent Alphabet company, Intrinsic is moving under Google's domain.





4 things you can do with Galaxy S26 Ultras Privacy Display
Mashable / 9h
Samsung showed off its new Privacy Display feature during its marquee Unpacked event on Wednesday, where it announced its new lineup of Galaxy S26 phones . Mashable's Amanda Yeo covered the Privacy Display news as it dropped, calling it "the coolest innovation by far" at the tech giant's big event. The general idea is that the Galaxy S26 Ultra can change screen visibility to ensure your privacy.





Every Samsung Galaxy Unpacked announcement, including S26 phones
Mashable / 9h
Samsung just wrapped Galaxy Unpacked 2026 , and if there was one word the company wanted you to remember, it was "agentic." With the unveiling of the new S26 line of phones, Samsung wants to make clear that its smartphones will do the work for you. There were several neat breakout features for the S26 lineup that stood out during the AI-focused showcase. SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S26 phone cases:





Riley Walz, the Jester of Silicon Valley, Is Joining OpenAI
Wired / 9h
The software engineer is famous for his online stunts. Now he’s joining the company behind ChatGPT to work on new ways for humans to use AI systems.





Steam downloads shouldn't kill your Wi-Fi: Why modern QoS requires a multi-core router
How-To Geek / 9h
The needs of home networks have changed a lot since the early days of home LANs. I often walk into the homes of people I visit only to see an absolutely ancient router, or a generic model that came from the ISP and hasn't been touched since.





Snapchat announces ‘The Snappys,’ its first-ever creator awards show
TechCrunch / 9h
Snapchat is the latest social media platform to launch awards for creators, joining TikTok and Instagram.





Tecno just unveiled a ridiculously thin modular smartphone concept design
Engadget / 9h
Tecno just unveiled a rather intriguing modular smartphone concept design at MWC 2026. The standout feature here is likely the size. Most modular smartphone concepts start bulky and only get bulkier once attaching accessories. Tecno's base smartphone is just 4.9mm thin, which is significantly thinner than a pencil and the iPhone Air . Of course, the size increases with each attached module. Howev





Intel ditches human customer support for 'one of the first of its kind in the semiconductor industry' system made up of Copilot-powered AI agents
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Ask Intel is an AI-powered assistant replacing phone-based support and centralizing warranty, troubleshooting, and case management online.





SAS A321LR Business Class: Relaxing, Comfortable Ride Across The Atlantic
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Hello from Canada, as I just flew Scandinavian Airlines’ (SAS) Airbus A321LR business class on the 8hr10min flight from Copenhagen (CPH) to Toronto (YYZ), a flight I booked with Air France-KLM Flying Blue miles . SAS has just a trio of these premium A321LRs that operate on transatlantic routes, and I’ve been curious to check one of these out (in addition to just more broadly revisiting SAS’ long





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Lifehacker / 9h
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Next Big Future / 9h
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View from the Wing / 9h
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Engadget / 9h
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TechCrunch / 9h
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TechCrunch / 9h
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Latest from TechRadar / 9h
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Mashable / 9h
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Mashable / 9h
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How-To Geek / 9h
The Lincoln Navigator underwent a full redesign for the 2025 model year, entering its fifth generation. Among the new features was something called Lincoln Rejuvenate, which makes the Navigator a “spa on wheels.”





Samsung shows off new display tech that adds a privacy screen to apps and notifications
TechCrunch / 10h
The new privacy tech uses different types of pixels to let you block certain apps and notifications from being viewed by others.





Kalshi fined a MrBeast editor for insider trading
Engadget / 10h
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Anthropic Rolls Back Safety Protocols as It Waits to Find Out If It’s Being Drafted by the Army
Gizmodo / 10h
Launching missiles for defense is fine, apparently.





Wearable startup CUDIS launches a new health ring line with an AI-fueled ‘coach’
TechCrunch / 10h
The wearable incentivizes healthy behavior with points that can be redeemed for health products.





2026 Lexus RZ 550e review: Likable, but it needs improvement
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Sometimes you drive a car you just don't gel with. The original Lexus RZ was such a case. It was Lexus' first battery EV, and I was less than impressed when I drove it in 2023. In fact, I compared it negatively to the extremely not-good Vinfast VF8. Lexus knew there was room for improvement, too, so it reworked the RZ with new motors , a new battery, and NACS charging for North America, among oth





RAM now represents 35 percent of bill of materials for HP PCs
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
In an illustration of the severity of the current memory shortage , HP Inc. CFO Karen Parkhill said that RAM has gone from accounting for “roughly 15 percent to 18 percent” of HP PCs’ bill of materials in its fiscal Q4 2025 to “roughly 35 percent” for the rest of the year. Parkhill was speaking during HP’s Q1 2026 earnings call, where the company said it expects the total addressable market for i





Kalshi fined a MrBeast editor for insider trading on markets related to the YouTube star
TechCrunch / 10h
Kalshi fined the MrBeast editor, Artem Kaptur, over $20,000.





The public opposition to AI infrastructure is heating up
TechCrunch / 10h
Public backlash over the data center boom is leading to a variety of draconian policies—including bans on new construction.





Samsung Galaxy S25 price drops: See the best deals on previous-gen phones on S26 announcement day
Mashable / 10h
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OpenClaw Users Are Allegedly Bypassing Anti-Bot Systems
Wired / 10h
An open source project called Scrapling is gaining traction with AI agent users who want their bots to scrape sites without permission.





Firing Melissa Barrera Was Very Costly ‘Scream’ Decision
Gizmodo / 10h
A new report reveals how much it cost to rewrite the script and how much Neve Campbell was paid to return.





This new Hitman crossover mission features a blockbuster star from the Resident Evil movies
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The latest celebrity Elusive Target mission has arrived in Hitman World of Assassination.





4 reasons to learn Python (even if you don't want to be a developer)
How-To Geek / 10h
If you've considered learning Python but didn't follow because you weren't planning to get into development, then it's time to rethink. Python has diverse applications, fun experiments to personal use cases. Here are all the reasons to start learning today.





Samsung has unveiled its newest earbuds, the Galaxy Buds Pro 4 — and Best Buy is already offering a free gift card with your purchase
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event unveiled the Galaxy Buds Pro 4, and I've found the best preorder deal: a free $30 gift card with your purchase at Best Buy.





‘We are getting it ready': Samsung explains why the Galaxy S26 didn't get a silicon carbon battery upgrade
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
A Samsung exec claims the company is getting silicon carbon batteries ready, but that they're still not quite ready for prime-time.





The New Galaxy S26 Ultra S Pen Still Doesn’t Have Bluetooth
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is here , and in most ways, it's an upgrade. There are new features like the privacy display, alongside more expected upgrades to the chipset, battery life (for the base model), and charging speed (for the Ultra). But one key part of the S26 ecosystem remains a downgrade from even the Galaxy S24's: Samsung removed Bluet





The real reason Toyota vehicles hold their value better than rivals
How-To Geek / 10h
Toyota vehicles have long been known for commanding higher resale prices than most of their competitors, often retaining thousands more in value after several years of ownership. While many assume this advantage comes purely from brand loyalty or reputation, the real explanation runs much deeper. Behind Toyota’s strong resale performance is a carefully built foundation of engineering consistency,





Senate Grills MAHA Influencer Pick for Surgeon General Over Vaccines, Autism, and Financial Ties
Gizmodo / 10h
Casey Means refused to state her opinion on whether vaccines cause autism and suggested most women are not getting informed consent about the birth control pill.





Braze Xbox test message spams phones: What we know
Mashable / 10h
If your phone is being blown up by the Xbox app right now, you're not alone. Around 12:30 p.m. ET, users began receiving a flurry of pop-up app alerts that all read: This is a dummy test message sent via braze. please capture a screenshot once you receive it. This should take you to the recently added gallery. SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked live blog: See the latest updates App users, of cours





The best mini PC deals for running OpenClaw: Save on Apple Mac mini, Kamuri Pinova P2, and Beelink Mini
Mashable / 10h
Best mini PC deals to run OpenClaw at a glance Best Apple deal Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB, 156GB SSD) $569 (save $30) Best Kamuri deal Kamuri Pinova P2 Mini PC (16GB, 512GB SSD) $299.99 (save $20) Best Beelink deal Beelink Mini PC (24GB, 500GB SSD) $439 (save $30) OpenClaw is the latest AI attempting to make our lives (maybe?) easier. The open-source AI assistant runs locally on your device that op





Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra: Comparing price, specs, and features
Mashable / 10h
Just how much does one phone change in a year, anyway? That's what we're here to find out. Samsung just launched its Galaxy S26 Ultra flagship handset at a Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, which means it's time to see how it compares to the Galaxy S25 Ultra from a year ago. Both phones are powerful Android devices, but one would hope that an extra year has given Samsung some time to refine





How to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro wireless earbuds
Mashable / 10h
Where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Buds4: Samsung.com Samsung Galaxy Buds4 $179.99 Samsung.com Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro $249.99 (exclusive Pink Gold color available) Amazon Samsung Galaxy Buds4 $179.99 Amazon Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro $249.99 Best Buy Samsung Galaxy Buds4 $179.99 Best Buy Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro $249.99 Samsung has updated its flagship earbuds for 2026, announcing the new G





Samsung Galaxy S26 preorder: How to get the S26, S26 Ultra, S26+
Mashable / 10h
Where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series smartphones: Amazon Samsung Galaxy S26 series Starting at $899.99 (includes free storage upgrade + free gift card worth $100 to $200) Best Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 series Starting at $899.99 (includes free storage upgrade; get up to $1,100 off with trade-in) Samsung.com Samsung Galaxy S26 series Starting at $899.99 (get $500 to $900 off all models





Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Google Pixel 10: Comparing specs, prices
Mashable / 10h
It's time for another round of Google vs. Samsung . Google launched the Pixel 10 phone last summer, while Samsung's newest flagship, the Galaxy S26 , is making its grand debut in the new year. These two Android heavyweights have plenty in common, but also enough points of divergence to make it a real decision for anyone looking to upgrade their non- iOS handset. Here is how the Galaxy S26 and Pix





Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S25: Comparing price, specs, and features
Mashable / 10h
There's a new base model in town. At Galaxy Unpacked 2026 , Samsung officially unveiled the standard Galaxy S26 — and on paper, it looks a lot like last year's Galaxy S25. But as always, the devil's in the details. Let's not waste time: Here's how the base Galaxy S26 compares to the base Galaxy S25 in terms of price, design, specs, camera, and battery life. Credit: Mashable / Joseph Maldonado Sam





Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on: Privacy Display is the coolest innovation by far
Mashable / 10h
Samsung unveiled its new Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone at Samsung Unpacked on Wednesday — or as the tech giant put it, their new "AI phone." Coming in at 0.3 millimetres thinner and four grams lighter than last year's S25 Ultra , Samsung's 2026 flagship phone continues to lean heavily into AI , aiming to transition machine learning from a feature to an integral part of its infrastructure. Yet despi





Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Which flagship has the better price, specs, and features?
Mashable / 10h
Samsung has just announced its latest flagship smartphone line for the year, the Samsung Galaxy S26 . Many eyes are going to be on the most powerful device in the lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. In fact, some of those smartphone users looking at the S26 Ultra may even be iPhone owners who are considering defecting to Android. So, how does the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra stack up to Apple's mos





Samsung announces Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro at Galaxy Unpacked: Everything to know
Mashable / 10h
New Samsung earbuds are here, following announcements at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 . Samsung announced two models — the Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro , which will retail for $179 and $249, respectively. The earbuds were released alongside the new Galaxy S26 phones and will be available to buy starting March 11, with preorders starting today in select markets. It's been a couple of years si





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Mashable / 10h
You might have to pay a bit more for a new Samsung Galaxy — but it depends on the model you're planning to purchase. The tech giant dropped its new line of Galaxy phones at its marquee Unpacked event on Wednesday. Samsung will start shipping the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra on March 11, and all three are available for pre-order now. Unfortunately, the S26 and S26 plus do arrive with small





Samsung Galaxy S26 series announced, including S26 Plus and Ultra
Mashable / 10h
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Engadget / 10h
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Engadget / 10h
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Review: No BS, Just Great-Sounding Wireless Earbuds
Gizmodo / 10h
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Latest from TechRadar / 10h
We had an early hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, and it’s exceeded all our expectations on the AI front.





HP says the memory chip crunch isn't going anywhere soon - and also warns of PC sales slump
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
AI-induced memory shortages and increasing costs won't make PCs cheaper any time soon, HP warns.





Waymo to begin testing in Chicago and Charlotte
TechCrunch / 10h
Waymo this week will begin mapping and collecting data in Chicago and Charlotte. The move comes as Waymo announces it is currently operating its robotaxis fully autonomously in 10 US cities.





The AirPods Pro 3 Are $20 Off
Wired / 10h
It's not the flashiest deal, but if you need a new pair of our favorite earbuds for iPhone owners, you can snag them at a slight discount.





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How-To Geek / 10h
Hollywood has always had the power, the money, the talent, and the drive to bring the ideas of the world's greatest storytellers to life. But what it has often lacked is the restraint to get the hell out of the way and let those visionaries do their jobs.





Chase adds Wyndham Rewards as a new hotel partner — should you transfer your points?
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Chase Ultimate Rewards has added Wyndham Rewards as a new transfer partner, giving you more options for redeeming valuable and flexible Ultimate Rewards points. However, this new hotel partner may not be worth your time to master, given the relatively low value you could get in many instances, especially when compared with some of Chase's other terrific transfer partners. Here's what you need to





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Gizmodo / 10h
The fighting game adaptation's follow-up continues to look like a delightful vehicle for Karl Urban.





Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Galaxy S25: What’s changed and which one should you buy?
Engadget / 10h
Following Samsung’s Unpacked event , the Samsung Galaxy S26 is available for pre-order, and it looks very familiar. That is not necessarily a bad thing. Like recent updates in the Galaxy S line, Samsung is refining its flagship rather than dramatically reinventing it. Both phones share a lot of core DNA, including compact designs, high-refresh AMOLED displays and similar camera hardware. The S26





Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26+ vs. S26 Ultra: Comparing the three new phones
Engadget / 11h
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra, and the company is once again leaning heavily on AI, camera upgrades and refined hardware to move the lineup forward. While the overall design remains familiar, there are some meaningful differences between the three models, particularly when it comes to display tech, charging speeds and camera hardware. Across the





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Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Samsung has two new pairs of Samsung Galaxy Buds4, but I'd only recommend one of them.





'This is one feature we can't wait to try' — 6 major Galaxy S26 updates for the Ultra and its siblings that could change how you use your phone
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Samsung just revealed a new collection of Galaxy S26 smartphones featuring new looks, new materials, new cameras, and lots of AI options. Here are the highlights.





Google Just Announced Three New Gemini Upgrades for Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10
Lifehacker / 11h
To coincide with the Samsung Galaxy S26 launch , Google announced three Gemini-related upgrades for Android, coming first to both the Galaxy S26 series and the Google Pixel 10 range. In fact, one of these new features seems like a significant step forward for AI on smartphones: the ability for Gemini to handle multi-step tasks on an Android phone. The examples Google gives are booking a ride thro





Samsung Just Announced the Galaxy S26 Series
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The newest Galaxy series is officially here. Samsung announced its latest batch of flagship phones During its big Unpacked 2026 event . The company had announced as much ahead of the presentation but was silent on the name, though few will be surprised to learn this year's phones are the Galaxy S26 series—specifically, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+





How to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 phones and Galaxy Buds 4
Engadget / 11h
During its Unpacked event today , Samsung announced three new Galaxy S-series phones as well as the latest generation of its earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Pre-orders are now open and the new devices are set to ship March 11. As expected , this year’s models aren’t drastically different from last year’s, but all the phones are equipped to better handle the Galaxy AI experiences





I've looked through every Samsung Galaxy S26 preorder deal today — these are the ones I'd buy with my own cash
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Preorders for the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series are officially live - and here are the biggest discounts you'll find anywhere today.





Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Phones Are Light On Hardware Upgrades, Heavy on AI
Gizmodo / 11h
No surprise here. The Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra really lean into AI features.





How the Targaryens of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Connect to ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Game of Thrones’
Gizmodo / 11h
It’s a tangled family tree—and just about everyone meets a terrible end.





Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro Change Up the Look Big Time
Gizmodo / 11h
No frills here, just a big emphasis on sound and ANC.





Google announces new Android AI features coming to the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 series
Engadget / 11h
Google unveiled a new batch of Android updates, including more Gemini-powered tools and improved scam detection features at Samsung’s Galaxy S26 launch on Wednesday. A new feature in the Gemini app will let users hand off multi-step tasks , like ordering a rideshare or building a grocery cart. The feature, which will first arrive in beta, runs in the background while users perform other tasks. Ge





Samsung Galaxy S26 hands-on: A lot more of the same for a little more money
Engadget / 11h
As we prepare to leave the winter months, Samsung announced another family of Galaxy S flagships for those looking to upgrade. As usual, the company put its best components and features into the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but it also added more to the base S26 and S26+. The company has hit its groove with its smaller (and cheaper) flagships, delivering solid devices with increasingly better cameras, occas





Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra offers a subtle set of hardware improvements
Engadget / 11h
Samsung has announced the latest version of its flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and just like last year , the high-end phone is where the company is making some of its biggest changes. The S26 Ultra includes a new processor, a new privacy-focused display technology, an improved camera system and like Samsung's other phones, a crop of new AI-powered software features. On first b





Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Buds 4 lineup has retooled sound, improved ANC and new features
Engadget / 11h
Samsung isn’t waiting a full year to reveal its latest Galaxy Buds. The company debuted the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its Galaxy S26 Unpacked event where the hot topic was three new phones. When it comes to Samsung’s earbuds, the company has overhauled the shape and design while improving sound quality, active noise cancellation (ANC) and adding new features. As always, the best of w





Samsung's S26 and S26+ offer familiar designs, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chips and new software features
Engadget / 11h
The wait is over. At its Unpacked event today, Samsung took the wraps off its new S26 family of phones. Unlike the S26 Ultra, the S26 and S26+ represent mostly iterative updates. Samsung has tweaked the design of the two devices, making it so they share the same rounded corners of their more expensive sibling. Additionally, the S26 has a slightly larger 6.3-inch AMOLED display and a higher capaci





Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked: Galaxy S26 lineup and more
Engadget / 11h
Mobile World Congress is right around the corner, but Samsung got out ahead of many rivals that will be showing off new handsets at that event by running the latest edition of Unpacked on Wednesday. The company took the opportunity to reveal the Galaxy S26 lineup, which includes the base S26, the S26+ and the S26 Ultra. We've got some hands-on impressions of all three handsets as well. In additio





Google's Circle to Search can now identify multiple objects in an image
Engadget / 11h
To coincide with the release of Samsung's new Galaxy S26 family of phones, Google is pushing out a small but meaningful update to Circle to Search. As a reminder, Circle to Search allows you to carry out a Google Search from almost anywhere on your phone. Just tap and hold your device's home button, and then circle the passage or image you want to know more about. With previous iterations of Circ





Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on: Meaningful tweaks plus a slick new Privacy Display
Engadget / 11h
Last year, it felt like Samsung relied a bit too much on AI when trying to convince people to upgrade to its flagship phone. And while there’s no shortage of features that utilize machine learning on the new Galaxy S26 Ultra, it feels like Samsung has done a much better job of filling out the rest of the phone’s kit with fresh hardware, faster charging and a more cohesive design. It’s still rathe





Gemini can now automate some multi-step tasks on Android
TechCrunch / 11h
Gemini on Android will be able to automate tasks involving rideshare requests, or grocery or food delivery, says Google.





Make short work of tidying your home with 50% off the Shark AI Ultra Voice Control Robot Vacuum
Mashable / 11h
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Industrys Season 4 finale is airing early. Heres when.
Mashable / 11h
It's a good day to be an Industry fan. Not only has HBO announced that the show has been renewed for a fifth and final season, it has also revealed that the Season 4 finale will be airing early, meaning viewers will get all their pressing Harper (Myha'la) and Yasmin (Marisa Abela) questions answered sooner than they think. SEE ALSO: 'Industry's Myha'la and Marisa Abela break down Harper and Yasmi





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Futurism / 11h
Blue collar workers may be enjoying a certain degree of schadenfreude at seeing the panic over tech, finance, and other white collar workers potentially losing their jobs to AI. But mass job destruction would end up being bad for virtually everyone who actually has to work for a living, not just overpaid office drones. That’s according to one of the authors of a new report from Citrini Research t





Your phone is now the best remote for your Amazon Fire TV thanks to the new free 'second screen' app upgrade
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Amazon has updated its Fire TV app to make it a 'second screen' for your Fire TV





I thought the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was a boring upgrade — then I saw Privacy Display, and it's best phone upgrade I've seen in years
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Samsung's new Privacy Display is excellent, and I already want every phone to have it.





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Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro enjoy a slight redesign, a makeover and a spec upgrade, and best of all, no price hike to match.





I went hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — and it has one killer feature even Apple may want to steal
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The best Samsung Galaxy phone is even better — and this otherwise iterative upgrade gets an innovative and unique feature that's ripe for copying.





The Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra have arrived
How-To Geek / 11h
Following months of rumors and leaks, Samsung has officially revealed the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. They seem like great upgrades for anyone with an older phone, but if you have an S24 or S25, you can probably sit this one out.





Turbine noise and head crashes: The physical limits that killed the 15,000 RPM hard drive
How-To Geek / 11h
The question of how to make hard drives faster has always been a challenge for hard drive makers. Yet we've never figured out how to.





Gemini Can Now Book You an Uber or Order a DoorDash Meal on Your Phone. Here’s How It Works
Wired / 11h
Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S26, Google’s Gemini can automate tasks in popular mobile apps. We got a live demo of the new feature in action.





Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra: Specs, Features, Price, Release Date
Wired / 11h
Samsung’s new phones all get AI enhancements, and the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Privacy Display that can block the screen from nosy neighbors.





Capybara Simulator Is the Perfect Game to Tide You Over Until GTA 6 Wrecks Civilization
Gizmodo / 11h
Take this time in your pond to gird yourself against the coming storm.





Why Ryobi’s clamp fans are the best summer tool you’re not buying
How-To Geek / 11h
Ryobi makes hundreds of tools and accessories perfect for homeowners and professionals alike. With the warm summer months quickly approaching and DIY projects stacking up, you're probably ready to get to work. One tool you probably haven't thought about buying but should is a Ryobi clamp fan or misting fan.





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TechCrunch / 11h
COO Brad Lightcap noted that ads can add to the product experience of users if they are done right. He urged to give OpenAI a few months to see how the company fares in rolling out the product.





This tool helps cybercriminals scam users through Google ads
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Mashable / 11h
Security researchers have warned of a sophisticated cloaking platform that lets bad actors maneuver around automated security protocols and spoof brands on Google ad platforms. The service, referred to as 1Campaign, provides hackers with a one-stop-shop for running malicious ads and enabling fraud "at scale," a recent report by cybersecurity company Varonis uncovered. Using just a single dashboar





From Pokémon Champions to a Gen 10 reveal — here’s everything I hope gets announced at this week’s Pokémon Presents event
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The next Pokémon Presents showcase is happening soon, and there’s a strong chance of some really big reveals.





This KDE add-on brought Home Assistant controls to my Linux desktop
How-To Geek / 11h
Home Assistant is fantastic on its own, but with one open-source project and about 10 minutes, you can bring the convenience of the Home Assistant app right to your Linux desktop.





American Airlines Plans Miami Airport Terminal Expansion, With 17 New Gates
One Mile at a Time / 11h
American Airlines is the dominant carrier at my home airport of Miami International Airport (MIA) , and arguably Miami is by far American’s strongest coastal hub. Well, the airline and the airport authority have just announced plans to invest $1.1 billion in the airport, including a significant expansion to the existing terminal space (this is part of the airport’s overall $12 billion modernizati





How to choose an airline credit card
53The Points Guy Articles / 11h
Airline credit cards can be cobranded with a specific airline or offer transferable travel rewards that can be used with various carriers. The right card for you will depend on several factors, such as your preferred airline, loyalty program, credit score and spending level — plus the benefits you value the most. With that in mind, here's what you need to consider when choosing an airline credit





'An exceptional 3D printing experience': Our 3D printer expert praised the high-speed Creality K1 - and for $309, it's perfect for beginners
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
At just over $300, the high-speed, beginner-friendly Creality K1 offers an affordable way to get started with 3D printing.





Proton VPN releases "quality-of-life" update for iOS users — Mac and Linux VPN apps are next
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Proton VPN is closing the feature gap between its applications, introducing city-level map pins for iOS and confirming that a major visual overhaul for its Linux and Mac clients is finally underway.





Another top adult site reveals data leak - Frivol says around 479,000 users may be affected
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
An adult site kept an open database, but it played down its importance.





4 myths about vinyl records we need to leave in the past
How-To Geek / 12h
The vinyl revival is still going strong, with a niche but loyal following of audiophiles and a new younger cohort that are just looking for a more meaningful, tactile alternative to a world where music is only accessed via streaming.





Hacker used Anthropic's Claude chatbot to attack multiple government agencies in Mexico
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Engadget / 12h
Here's yet another troubling story about this "golden" era of AI. A hacker has exploited Anthropic's Claude chatbot to carry out attacks against Mexican government agencies, according to a report by Bloomberg . This resulted in the theft of 150GB of official government data, including taxpayer records, employee credentials and more. The hacker used Claude to find vulnerabilities in government net





New App Detects the Radio Fingerprint of Smart Glasses and Warns You When Someone Is Using Them Nearby
Futurism / 12h
Meta Wayfarer G2s. TCL Nxtwear Gs. RayNeo Air 3s. With so many smart glasses flooding the marketplace, it can be next to impossible to tell whose spectacles are watching back . And with facial recognition capabilities on the horizon, there’s a compelling argument to be made for less-than-passive resistance to the sleazy new devices . Enter Yves Jeanrenaud, the chair of sociology and gender studie





Want to Know If Glassholes Are Using Smart Glasses Near You? There’s an App for That
Gizmodo / 12h
The app called Nearby Glasses scans Bluetooth signals to detect and alert users when the camera-equipped glasses are nearby.





What's New on Netflix in March 2026
Lifehacker / 12h
Netflix's March slate kicks off with the live stream of the 32nd annual Actors Awards hosted by Kristen Bell—red carpet coverage begins at 7 pm ET on March 1 followed by the show at 9 pm. Netflix will also be hosting a live performance from BTS as part of their comeback tour (March 21 at 7 am ET) as well as the MLB Opening Night matchup between the Yankees and the Giants (March 25 at 7 pm ET). Ci





10 Shows Like 'Shōgun' You Should Watch Next
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. So successful was the first season of Shōgun, based on the 1975 James Clavell novel, that two further seasons have been commissioned to continue the story, even though the adaptation has run out of material. Set at the tail-end of Japan's Warring States period, the series sees ambitious English maritime pilot John Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis) shipwr





Amazon abandons open-world racing game by former Forza Horizon devs
Engadget / 12h
An open-world racing game from a studio formed by ex-Forza Horizon developers was due to be published by Amazon, but that is no longer the case. As reported first by The Game Business , UK-based Maverick Games is now in "active dialogue" with prospective new publishing partners for its currently untitled debut game, which remains in development. Maverick was founded in 2022 by Mike Brown, who ser





ASUS ProArt GoPro Edition PX13 review: An incredible if pricy Windows creator laptop
Engadget / 12h
With its ProArt lineup , ASUS has commendably addressed a glaring hole in the PC market by targeting video editors and other creative pros. Its latest model even uses a popular camera marque in its name: the ProArt GoPro Edition PX13. It’s a true co-branding exercise, with GoPro-like styling, a dedicated GoPro hotkey, mil-spec durability for extreme outdoor users and 12 months of GoPro’s Cloud Pl





eBay launches the 30/30 Collection for Pokémon Day — iconic trading cards start at original retail prices
Mashable / 12h
Whether you've been there since the very beginning for Pokémon's reign or you recently caught the pocket monster-collecting bug, you know it's only gotten more popular over the years. Feb. 27 is Pokémon Day , an annual celebration of the launch of the original Pokémon Red and Green games in Japan. This year, the brand is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special livestream and a variety of





Get 2 free months of unlimited listening when you sign up for Amazon Music Unlimited
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $23.98 : Through March 2, new Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers can enjoy two free months of listening. Usually $11.99 per month (with Prime) or $12.99 per month (without Prime), that's a savings of $23.98 or $25.98 total. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Music Unlimited free for 2 months (save $23.98) If you aren't committed to a music streaming service, now's a good time to che





Save $300 on this 49-inch Samsung Odyssey monitor and score a free game
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 27%: As of Feb. 25, you can get the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G93SC Series curved gaming monitor for $899.99, down from $1,228.80, at Amazon. That's a 27% discount or $328.81 in savings. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G93SC Series curved gaming monitor $899.99 at Amazon $1,228.80 Save $328.81 If you're on the hunt for a top-tier gaming monitor , Samsung’s 49-inch





New Galaxy Buds are expected to launch today — but Galaxy Buds 3 Pro just got more affordable
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Samsung is expected to unveil its newest Galaxy Buds earbuds today, which means you can find an excellent deal on the fantastic-sounding Galaxy Buds Pro 3.





Who needs a Chromebook? This HP Windows 11 laptop is perfect for hybrid workers - and includes with a 15.6in touchscreen and Microsoft 365 for under $300
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
It's the perfect day-to-day laptop for students and remote & hybrid professionals.





How to watch PSG vs Monaco: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for Champions League 2nd Leg, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
All the ways to watch PSG vs Monaco live streams online, with the home side leading the key Champions League clash 3-2 after their first leg.





Real Madrid vs Benfica Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 2nd leg from anywhere in the world
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
All the ways to watch Real Madrid vs Benfica live streams for free, with José Mourinho out to haunt his old side in this UCL knockout phase playoff 2nd leg.





Prime Video teases 'more goodies are on the way' for The Boys season 5 — and I'd really like a full-blown trailer to be one of them
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The Boys fans are about to be treated to "more goodies" ahead of season 5's debut, Prime Video says.





The Teaser for Jane Schoenbrun’s New Horror Movie Will Melt Your Mind
Gizmodo / 12h
'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,' the latest from the creator of 'I Saw the TV Glow,' stars Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson and hits theaters in August.





If I was nuking my homelab to start over, here's what I'll do differently
How-To Geek / 12h
The homelab journey is all about learning—but it’s also about teaching. I’ve spent over six years building my homelab, and there’s a lot that I wish I would have done differently. Here’s what I would do in my homelab if I were starting from scratch.





Frontier Passenger’s Epic Meltdown Goes Viral—This Airline Is Synonymous With Chaos
View from the Wing / 12h
A Frontier Airlines passenger's explosive onboard meltdown—complete with screaming, swearing, and dramatic confrontations—has gone viral, spotlighting once again the chaotic passenger culture the airline has become infamous for.





OpenClaw creator’s advice to AI builders is to be more playful and allow yourself time to improve
TechCrunch / 12h
Peter Steinberger talks about the creation of his viral AI agent OpenClaw and how being more "playful" makes for a better way to learn AI coding.





'Windows 11 is far from perfect': Microsoft just released an update I actually want to install — and you should too
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Microsoft is forcing another Windows 11 update on us, but this one is actually worth installing





Trees Fire Off Ultraviolet Sparkles During Thunderstorms, Scientists Confirm
Gizmodo / 12h
Scientists have observed "coronae" on treetops for the first time, confirming the phenomenon occurs in the wild.





Why the Toyota Prius is a smart long-term buy
How-To Geek / 12h
A smart long-term car isn’t flashy—it’s dependable, efficient, affordable to maintain, and strong on resale. That’s the stuff that actually matters once the new-car smell wears off.





W Hotel Amsterdam Faces Eviction After Not Paying Rent For Three Years
31One Mile at a Time / 12h
One of Marriott’s more premium properties in Amsterdam is facing some challenges , and its future is looking rather uncertain. I first covered this several days ago, but there’s now an update after a court ruling, and this situation is going to get kind of strange… W Hotel Amsterdam evicted over €23.4 million in unpaid rent The operators of the W Hotel Amsterdam have just officially been evicted,





The best Hisense TV deals this week take up to $1,000 off
Mashable / 12h
Hisense TV deals this week at a glance: Best 100-inch TV deal 100-inch Hisense Class U8 QLED 4K TV $2,997.96 (save $1,000.03) Best 75-inch deal 75-inch Hisense QD7 4K TV $547.96 (save $102.03) Best 32-inch deal 32-inch Hisense Class A4 TV $97.99 (save $22) We don't usually consider the end of February as one of the best times of the year to buy a new TV , but Amazon is surprising us in the best w





Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma teaser: Jane Schoenbruns slasher looks like buckets of bloody fun
Mashable / 12h
Between 2021's unsettling We're All Going to the World's Fair and 2024's critically acclaimed I Saw the TV Glow , director Jane Schoenbrun has cemented themselves as a key voice in queer horror. Now, they continue to play with horror conventions with their third feature film, the upcoming Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma . The film stars Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson as two women caug





NordVPN refreshes its mobile experience with clearer stats and easier navigation
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
NordVPN has launched a redesigned mobile app focused on usability, featuring a cleaner interface, an expanded map view, unified search, and enhanced protection statistics. Here’s what changed and how it benefits users.





An itchy, tasty bonus: Get Resident Evil Requiem free with Samsung's massive 5K-class ultrawide monitor deal
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
5120 x 1440 resolution, 240Hz speed, and cinematic 32:9 immersion, and an itchy, tasty extra.





A White House Staffer Appears to Run Massive Pro-Trump X Account
Wired / 12h
A popular right-wing account that called a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes "a masterpiece" appears to be run by a White House staffer, according to records reviewed by WIRED.





Trump's MAHA influencer pick for surgeon general goes before Senate
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Casey Means, President Trump's nominee for surgeon general, will appear before the Senate Health Committee on Wednesday and is likely to face scrutiny over her qualifications for becoming the country's top doctor. Though Means holds a medical degree from Stanford Medical School, she dropped out of her medical residency and holds no active medical license. Instead, she has pursued a career as a we





Start a professional homelab for free using hardware you already own
How-To Geek / 12h
You might have seen people on YouTube or Reddit with massive server racks in their homelab and thought, “I’ll never get to that level.” Here’s the thing: you don’t have to have a huge server rack to start homelabbing. In fact, you probably already have everything