Elon Musk threatens to start new U.S. political party
100+Mashable / 4h
Elon Musk may soon launch his own political party. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has announced his intention to form the "America Party" if President Donald Trump 's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" passes, continuing to rail against what he calls "insane spending." SEE ALSO: No, Elon Musk can't run for U.S. Vice President "If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day
Watch: Humanoid robots stumble through football match in China
500+BBC News / 4h
The robots kicked, scored and tumbled while competing at a tourmentant in Beijing.
Cloudflare experiment will block AI bot scrapers unless they pay a fee
Engadget / 10min
Cloudflare has rolled out a couple of new measures meant to keep AI bot crawlers at bay. To start with, every new domain customer that signs up with the company to manage their website traffic will now be asked if they want to allow AI crawlers or to block them altogether. The company released a free tool in 2024 to block AI bots, but with this change, users can block them by default without havi
This Amazon Luna Controller Is Currently Under $40 for Prime Members
Lifehacker / 6min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re already using Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service or thinking about trying it, this controller deal is worth considering. The Amazon Luna Controller is currently $39.99 for Prime members , which is its lowest price to date according to price trackers . Amazon Luna
119-Room Park Hyatt Vancouver Opening 2026 (Former Shangri-La)
One Mile at a Time / 6min
Vancouver is gaining a Park Hyatt, at the expense of the existing Shangri-La. That’s certainly an exciting development for us points enthusiasts (thank to John for flagging this). Details of the new Park Hyatt Vancouver The 119-room Shangri-La Vancouver opened back in 2009. Shangri-La is an Asian hotel brand, so Vancouver seemed like it would be a good fit for a luxury hotel in the city. Well, th
The Download: tripping with AI, and blocking crawler bots
MIT Technology Review / 9min
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. People are using AI to ‘sit’ with them while they trip on psychedelics A growing number of people are using AI chatbots as “trip sitters”—a phrase that traditionally refers to a sober person tasked with monitoring someone who’s under the influence of a psyched
Watch out – this fake UPS text scam is trying to trick you into handing over your personal data
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 14min
A new scam text is impersonating UPS and warning people of missed deliveries If you reply, you’re sent to a fake website that steals your personal data You can stay safe by deleting the message if you’re at all suspicious If you’ve recently received a text message from UPS , be careful: it could be a scam. You need to be especially wary if the message has come out of the blue or if you’re not exp
Even Donald Trump can't get a good connection for a work video call
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 14min
Trump says this was the second time AT&T was responsible for a disruption AT&T says it was the video conferencing platform that was at fault We don't know which platform Trump was using - is he a Zoom or Teams man? US President Donald Trump has criticized AT&T on Truth Social , claiming its network failed during a major conference call with faith leaders. "I’m doing a major Conference Call with F
No, Windows 11 PCs aren't 'up to 2.3x faster' than Windows 10 devices, as Microsoft suggests – here's why that's an outlandish claim
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 14min
Microsoft has been boasting about the benefits of Windows 11 (again) It claims Windows 11 PCs can be 'up to 2.3x faster' than Windows 10 machines This comparison was made running the operating systems on different hardware, though, and it's very misleading as a result It likely hasn't escaped your attention that Microsoft is busy trying to drive people to switch from Windows 10 to Windows 11, wha
The new Dyson Airwrap comes with updated attachments and tech
Mashable / 14min
Dyson is raising the bar (and the price) with the announcement of its newest Airwrap. Officially called the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x, the brand's latest multi-styler will come equipped a new motor, and two new attachments that are RFID-enabled to automatically adjust the speed and heat settings on the tool (not unlike the Supersonic Nural ). This updated tech does come with a higher price point o
This 6TB Crucial X10 SSD Costs Less Than the 4TB Version, With Limited Stock on Amazon for 4th of July
Gizmodo / 16min
Amazon's #1 new release in external storage is this 6TB monster that fits in the palm of your hand, and it's even less expensive than the 4TB model.
Senate votes against curbing state-level AI regulation
Engadget / 16min
Yesterday, the senate was poised to restrict states' power to regulate AI . Now, the measure is dead in the water, with the Senate voting 99-1 to remove the provision. Are you also having a bit of whiplash? Here's what you need to know about the amendments rightful journey into the trash can of history. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) had pushed for an amendment to Trump's tax bill that would ban stat
United Flight Attendants Demand New Union: “Leaders Took 37% Raise, Left Us With Nothing”
View from the Wing / 23min
A large number of United's cabin crew seem to be very unhappy with the contract their union negotiated. To me, the biggest issues are that after five years without a raise, the contract doesn't really appear to produce economic terms that are better than competitors even though other flight attendants got raises first, and it makes concessions like allowing the airline to put crew up in hotels th
2025 Honda SUV Lineup Ranked by Reliability
How-To Geek / 27min
Honda has long been known for building dependable vehicles, and its SUV lineup is no exception. In 2025, the brand continues to offer a range of crossovers and SUVs that deliver strong reliability, practical design, and long-term value, but some models stand out more than others.
El Chapo drug cartel reportedly tracked and killed informants by hacking an FBI phone
Engadget / 28min
The Mexican Sinaloa cartel hired a hacker to track and surveil the FBI, then used that information to intimidate and even kill witnesses against drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, according to a Justice Department report spotted by Ars Technica . The hacker used relatively sophisticated data collection techniques and weaknesses in the FBI's cybersecurity to identify the witnesses, the report st
Nvidia is handing out Adobe Creative Cloud apps for free - but there's more than one big catch
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 29min
Nvidia has announced a sweet deal for anyone with an Nvidia Geforce RTX graphics card: a free subscription to a host of Adobe’s best creative apps, including Photoshop and Premiere Pro. Given Adobe has recently ramped up subscription prices in the US - and I’d expect the rest of the world to follow at some point - a month or two of free access is to be welcomed. A monthly subscription to Creative
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake rumors reignite as the game's star hints that players 'might have to beat it again'
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 36min
The star of Assassin's Creed Black Flag has hinted at a remake Matt Ryan, the actor behind the game's protagonist Edward Kenway, told a fan that they "might have to beat it again" Ryan added that "there's a reason" he said that, but added he "can't say anything" The lead actor of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag has suggested that a remake of the 2013 game is on the horizon. Rumors about a Black Flag
Tuesday Telescope: A howling wolf in the night sky
Ars Technica - All content / 45min
In the 1800s, astronomers were mystified by the discovery of stars that displayed highly unusual emission lines. It was only after 1868, when scientists discovered the element helium, that astronomers were able to explain the broad emission bands due to the presence of helium in these stars. Over time, these stars became known as Wolf-Rayet stars (Charles Wolf was a French astronomer, and helium
Score this 77-inch LG C5 OLED TV for its lowest-ever price ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 50min
SAVE $900: As of July 1, the 77-inch LG C5 OLED evo TV is on sale for $2,796.99 at Amazon. This is 24% off its list price of $3,696.99 and marks its lowest price yet . Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 77-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K C5 Series Smart TV $2,796.99 at Amazon $3,696.99 Save $900 Ahead of Prime Day , Amazon has been dropping some excellent early deals for shoppers. If you've been looki
Google issues official internal guidance on using AI for coding - and its devs might not be best pleased
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Google issues engineer-developed guidance on using AI for coding Around one-third of the company's code is now AI-generated Other companies are also using AI more to code Google has issued new usage guidance and best practices for its internal developers using generative AI to help them code, and it may not come as a surprise the tech giant is pushing the security agenda. Following a period of ex
The Morning After: Don’t let an AI run a vending machine
Engadget / 1h
Hey, you know those politicians and captains of industry who tell us AI will be running the world in a few years’ time? Turns out one of the most sophisticated models currently in use can’t even operate a vending machine without screwing things up . Anthropic has released findings of a test where it put a chatbot in charge of a “store” (really, some baskets, a small refrigerator and a payment ter
How to watch Yastremska vs. Gauff online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Yastremska vs. Gauff in Wimbledon 2025 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The first round at Wimbledon showcases some interesting matchups, including Yastremska vs. Gauff. All eyes will be on the French Open champion as she looks to move through the rounds. If you're interested in watching Yastremska vs. Ga
How to watch Müller vs. Djokovic online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Müller vs. Djokovic in Wimbledon 2025 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The first round at Wimbledon showcases some interesting matchups, including Müller vs. Djokovic. Can the Serbian still go all the way at a Grand Slam ? You can follow all of Djokovic's games this year without spending anything. If you'
Martin Shorts Conan OBrien interview escalates into a brutal 45-minute roast
21Mashable / 1h
Whenever Martin Short is being interviewed, you know the person asking the questions is in for a roast. It's happened with Jimmy Fallon , Seth Meyers , and — indeed — Conan O'Brien , but in the one-hour live SiriusXM interview above, the latter takes even more shots than usual. "Oh, you're not Jay Leno!" says Short as he hugs O'Brien, referring to the old feud between the late night hosts , befor
How to watch Sinner vs. Nardi online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Sinner vs. Nardi in Wimbledon 2025 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The first round of games at Wimbledon includes some really interesting matchups, with fans eager to see how the top players perform on grass. Jannik Sinner lost the French Open final in a dramatic battle with Carlos Alcaraz , but the top
Turn Your HTML Into a Attractive Website With Just 12 Lines of CSS
How-To Geek / 1h
A web page without any styling is like a blank canvas. The possibilities are endless, and it’s easy to waste time experimenting with different layouts, colors, and fonts. But the default browser styles are not ideal, so you need to put in the effort just to get started with a proper design.
How to Use Markdown
Wired / 1h
When writing on the web or posting in online communities like Reddit and Discord, your posts can be formatted using the plaintext coding system called Markdown. Here are the basics.
Trump Tells Musk to “Head Back Home to South Africa” in Escalating Feud
Gizmodo / 1h
After Musk threatened to form a new political party, the president fired back with a nativist attack, accusing the billionaire of being a subsidy addict and threatening to have his own companies investigated.
Marriott Bonvoy & United MileagePlus Dual Accrual Promotion
64One Mile at a Time / 1h
Marriott Bonvoy and United MileagePlus have a partnership, offering some reciprocal perks and opportunities . The two programs have just launched a new promotion that incentivizes summer travel, available to select elite members of both programs. This isn’t the most exciting offer on earth, but if eligible, you might as well take advantage of it. It’s a repeat of an offer that we’ve seen the past
The Renpho smart scale has dipped below $21 ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $14: As of July 1, the Renpho Smart Scale is just $20.99 at Amazon — 40% off its regular price. Opens in a new window Credit: Renpho Renpho Smart Scale $20.99 at Amazon $34.99 Save $14.00 For those whose fitness journey could use a little more data and a lot less guesswork, a good smart scale is an essential. Right now, the Renpho Smart Scale is on sale for just $20.99 at Amazon. That's a 40
Every color of the new 11-inch iPad is under $300 at Amazon — an early Prime Day banger
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $50: As of July 1, the 11-inch Apple iPad is on sale for $299 at Amazon. This is 14% off its list price of $349, saving you $50. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad 11-inch $299 at Amazon $349 Save $50 Amazon has been dropping a lot of early Prime Day deals . If you've been looking for Apple products, quite a few have already been marked down . This includes the 11-inch Apple iPad
Pay up or stop scraping: Cloudflare program charges bots for each crawl
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Cloudflare is now experimenting with tools that will allow content creators to charge a fee to AI crawlers to scrape their websites. In a blog Tuesday, Cloudflare explained that its "pay-per-crawl" feature is currently in a private beta. A small number of publishers—including AdWeek, The Associated Press, The Atlantic, BuzzFeed, Fortune, Gannett, and Ars Technica owner Condé Nast—will participate
The Google Pixel 10 Pro series might barely be an upgrade
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
A detailed specs leak suggests the Pixel 10 Pro series could have bigger batteries They might also have a new chipset and slightly faster charging But the other core specs could remain largely unchanged Going by the latest leak, the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL could be two of the more disappointing smartphone launches of the year, as it sounds like not much might be changing. Accordin
Google just gave Apple Watch fans a Calendar app, but simultaneously removed an even more useful one
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Google Calendar finally has a native app for watchOS However, Google has also just pulled Google Keep for the Apple Watch There are now only three Google apps for watchOS It's fair to say Google app support for the Apple Watch isn't the most comprehensive, so the arrival of a new Google Calendar app for Apple's wearables would normally be something to celebrate – only the Google Keep app has disa
Jonathan Bailey answering awkward questions from kids is a fun watch
Mashable / 2h
Jonathan Bailey is continuing his effortlessly charming publicity tour for Jurassic World Rebirth , this time answering random pre-recorded questions from small children. In the BBC Radio 1 clip above, he responds to queries about whether or not he's "actually cool", reveals his celebrity crush, and plays a challenging game of "Snog, marry, avoid" with Zendaya, Tom Holland, and Kylie Jenner. For
How 28 Years Later was shot on an iPhone
Mashable / 2h
Parts of 28 Years Later , the sequel to Danny Boyle’s genre-defining zombie film, were shot using the iPhone 15 Pro Max. It’s a deliberate throwback to the low-fi style of the original, which was filmed on a grainy consumer camcorder. This breakdown explores how the team used smartphones not as a gimmick, but as a creative tool.
Cloudflare will now, by default, block AI bots from crawling its clients’ websites
38MIT Technology Review / 2h
The internet infrastructure company Cloudflare announced today that it will now default to blocking AI bots from visiting websites it hosts. Cloudflare will also give clients the ability to manually allow or ban these AI bots on a case-by-case basis, and it will introduce a so-called “pay-per-crawl” service that clients can use to receive compensation every time an AI bot wants to scoop up their
Chase Sapphire Reserve Offering Marriott Gold Status
31One Mile at a Time / 2h
While I wouldn’t say this is the most exciting offer ever, I’m sure it’ll still come in handy for some. A similar promotion has been offered the past couple of years, and it’s now available once again. Chase Sapphire Reserve Marriott Gold fast track At the moment the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card ( review ) is offering Marriott Gold status , with the opportunity to extend it in conjunction with st
Amazon now has a million robots on its floors - and they're now close to outnumbering human workers
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Amazon just deployed its millionth robot – nearly as many human workers as it has New roles are being created and existing workers are being upskilled AI and ML will continue to improve robotics, Amazon says Amazon has revealed it now has nearly as many robots as humans in its workforce after deploying its millionth robot across its warehouses and operations, a WSJ report has claimed. Helping to
Cloudflare Is Blocking AI Crawlers by Default
100+Wired / 2h
The age of the AI scraping free-for-all may be coming to an end. At least if Cloudflare gets its way.
Cloudflare launches a marketplace that lets websites charge AI bots for scraping
56TechCrunch / 2h
Cloudflare, a cloud infrastructure provider that serves 20% of the web, announced Tuesday the launch of a new marketplace that reimagines the relationship between website owners and AI companies — ideally giving publishers greater control over their content. For the last year, Cloudflare has launched tools for publishers to address the rampant rise of AI […]
Cloudflare Introduces Blocking of A.I. Scrapers By Default
NYT > Technology / 2h
The tech company’s customers can automatically block A.I. companies from exploiting their websites, it said, as it moves to protect original content online.
Transfer Chase Points To Marriott Bonvoy With 50% Bonus
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched its latest transfer bonus. Oddly, Chase actually had a transfer bonus to the same partner until yesterday, but this new bonus is smaller. Chase offering 50% bonus on Marriott Bonvoy transfers Through Friday, August 15, 2025, you can receive a 50% bonus when you transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy. Chase Ultimate Rewards Marriott Bonvo
Transfer Amex Points To Marriott Bonvoy With 20% Bonus
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
The Amex Membership Rewards program frequently offers transfer bonuses. The program has just launched its latest transfer bonus — while I wouldn’t say it’s particularly compelling, it’s at least worth being aware of. Marriott Bonvoy transfer bonus from Amex Through Monday, July 15, 2025, the Amex Membership Rewards program in the United States is offering a 20% bonus on points transfers to Marrio
How to Watch Pornhub in Georgia: Easily Access It with This Simple Trick
Gizmodo / 2h
This time it's official: Pornhub is withdrawing from the state of Georgia. To help you continue watching your favorite content, we offer you a foolproof trick.
Oracle signs a mystery huge cloud contract - one which could net it $30bn in revenue
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Oracle CEO Safra Catz confirms a new, mystery cloud contract worth $30 billion Last year's total cloud revenue stood at $24.4 billion, so it's a big increase Oracle says it will spend big on infrastructure soon Oracle has signed a mystery cloud contract worth over $30 billion annually, which would effectively more than double the company's current cloud revenue. CEO Safra Catz explained that the
Nintendo and Amazon deny claims that the Switch 2 maker pulled console stock from the online retailer over third-party resellers
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Nintendo and Amazon have denied a report that Switch 2 stock was pulled from the online retailer due to a third-party reseller dispute Bloomberg has claimed that Nintendo opted to pull its products from Amazon in the US since third-party sales were undercutting the Switch creator Nintendo has said that "there is no such fact" in regards to Bloomberg's report Nintendo has denied claims that it pul
China Bans Some Portable Batteries From Flights as Safety Concerns Grow
100+NYT > Technology / 2h
Airlines and governments around the world have tightened restrictions on the devices after a series of accidents. The ban in China has caught some travelers off guard.
Mashables TV expert recommends this early Prime Day deal — get an 85-inch 4K Hisense TV for under $950
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $350: As of July 1, Hisense’s 85-inch QD7 Series Mini-LED QLED Smart Fire TV is just $949.99 at Amazon — 27% off its regular price. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 85-inch QD7 TV $949.99 at Amazon $1,299.99 Save $350 If your current TV feels more like a modest monitor than a cinematic centrepiece, Hisense just dropped a monster deal ahead of Prime Da y — and it's something our
Score this portable power station at its best-ever price ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $400: As of July 1, the Bluetti AC180P Portable Power Station is on sale for $499 for Prime members. This is 44% off its list price of $899 and marks its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel . Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti AC180P Portable Power Station $499 at Amazon $899 Save $400 Prime Day is coming up fast, but Amazon's already offering some early d
'We're the last to find out': Foundation stars don't know if it'll return for season 4 – but they haven't given up hope for the Apple TV+ show's renewal
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
The cast of Foundation have offered their thoughts on season 4 rumors A February 2025 report claimed another installment had been secretly greenlit Apple hasn't confirmed if its highly-rated space opera series will return The cast of Foundation have responded to rumors that the Apple TV Original has been renewed for a fourth season. Earlier this year, Deadline claimed Apple had secretly greenlit
Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q3 2025: Register Now
100+One Mile at a Time / 3h
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 it now being a new quarter (I can’t believe 2025 is already half done!), Chase has just launched its Q3 2025 bonus categories, so I’d highly recommend registering ASAP. Note that these s
People are using AI to ‘sit’ with them while they trip on psychedelics
43MIT Technology Review / 3h
Peter sat alone in his bedroom as the first waves of euphoria coursed through his body like an electrical current. He was in darkness, save for the soft blue light of the screen glowing from his lap. Then he started to feel pangs of panic. He picked up his phone and typed a message to ChatGPT. “I took too much,” he wrote. He’d swallowed a large dose (around eight grams) of magic mushrooms about 3
What comes next for AI copyright lawsuits?
24MIT Technology Review / 3h
Last week, the technology companies Anthropic and Meta each won landmark victories in two separate court cases that examined whether or not the firms had violated copyright when they trained their large language models on copyrighted books without permission. The rulings are the first we’ve seen to come out of copyright cases of this kind. This is a big deal! The use of copyrighted works to train
The Fire HD 10 tablet has never been cheaper — get half off ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $70: As of July 1, the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet is on sale for $69.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 50% on the list price, and the cheapest it has ever been. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet $69.99 at Amazon $139.99 Save $70.00 If you're on the hunt for an affordable tablet ahead of Prime Day deals , we've found the perfect deal that won't break the bank. The Ama
Shea Couleé knows that now is the time for Ironheart
Mashable / 3h
Marvel's Ironheart wrapped filming in Nov. of 2022 and didn't premiere until June of 2025, just under three years later. But for star and world-renowned drag queen Shea Couleé, the delay only helped make the series more relevant. Millions know Couleé as the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 5, as well as a finalist on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season
Meta poaching talent from OpenAI hits meme status
Mashable / 3h
Talent poaching doesn't often go viral, but this story has all the right ingredients: Meta, OpenAI, and $100 million signing bonuses . Meta has been aggressively pursuing AI talent from top labs , mostly OpenAI, in an effort to get a leg up on its competition. The details of the developing story are so dramatic and foreign to the rest of the world that it's become stranger-than-fiction fodder for
Webb telescope offers a look at one of the universes most chaotic crashes
Mashable / 3h
The Bullet Cluster, named for its distinctive shape, has long been considered a smoking gun for the existence of dark matter in space . (Sorry, couldn't resist the pun.) But the James Webb Space Telescope , a partnership of NASA and its European and Canadian counterparts, has now traced that hidden material with unprecedented precision. In new images, such as the one displayed at the top of this
This $40 deal gives you lifetime access to Microsoft Office, plus expert training
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Enjoy the suite of Microsoft Office apps and some courses to learn how to make the most out of them with this Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License and free Microsoft Training Bundle for $39.97 (reg. $239.99) through July 15. As Summer Fridays roll around, we could all use a little productivity boost. Give yourself an easy one with eight helpful apps from Microsoft Office
Learn piano at your own pace for life, now 50% off with this AI-powered app
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Learn piano for life with Skoove Premium Piano Lessons , now only $119.99 (reg. $299.99) with code SAVE20 through July 20. These days, you don’t need a classroom or a strict schedule to learn piano. Skoove Premium Piano Lessons lets you learn on your own terms, right from the comfort of your own home. All you need is the Skoove app, a keyboard, and a phone, tablet, or laptop. Right now, yo
Turn clicks into customers with this link-in-bio tool, now 72% off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR : Online creators can turn their link-in-bio page into a moneymaker with this lifetime subscription to Pushbio , the Complete Creator Toolkit, for only $39.99 (reg. $147.99). Want to start making money online? Whether you’re an aspiring influencer or an online business owner, Pushbio helps you create a captivating, revenue-generating link-in-bio page. And right now, a lifetime subscription
SwiftScan VIP gives you pro-level scans right from your phone
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: SwiftScan VIP gives you all the power of a desktop scanner from your phone. For just $41.99 (reg. $199.99) with code TAKE30, scan, edit, and organize your documents for life. If your office still has a giant, clunky scanner from 2012, it’s definitely time for an upgrade. For just $41.99 (reg. $199.99) with code TAKE30, you can get lifetime access to SwiftScan VIP — a mobile app that turns
The Panasonic Z85 Series TV is at its lowest-ever price — save over $800 right now
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $802: As of July 1, the Panasonic Z85 Series TV is on sale for $997.99 at Amazon. That's a 45% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Panasonic Panasonic Z85 Series TV $997.99 at mazon $1,799.99 Save $802 Prime Day deals are the perfect excuse to upgrade your TV, whether it's the move to something smarter, a bigger screen, or going all in on a new surround sound setup. But w
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for July 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new 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 new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
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
Our expert loved this robot vacuum, and its down to a record-low price ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $50 : As of July 1, the 3i G10+ Robot Vacuum and Mop is on sale for $399.99 at Amazon. That's an 11% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: 3i 3i G10+ Robot Vacuum and Mop $399.99 at Amazon $449.99 Save $50 Prime Day kicks off in just under a week, and we can't wait for the discounts to start rolling in. But if you're like us and you're a little impatient, why not check out
If you're nostalgic for classic Guitar Hero and Rock Band games, you'll probably want to keep an eye on this modular guitar controller
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Drakong and Fender are set to launch a new guitar controller in 2026 It's compatible with Fortnite Festival , as well as classic Rock Band and Guitar Hero games No price or concrete release date have been announced just yet Hyperkin's Drakong brand has teamed up with legend guitar maker Fender to create the Infinakore Telecaster Edition. Much like the PDP Riffmaster , this is a guitar controller
Dyson's next-gen Airwrap is smaller, lighter, and more powerful, but it's the new straightening attachment that really turned my head
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
New Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x is smaller and lighter but more powerful Introduces attachment memory and a cool new straightener attachment On sale on 8 July in the US, and 'September' in the UK Dyson has launched a new version of its Airwrap, and it looks better than ever. The new Airwrap Co-anda 2x is smaller and lighter, but offers more air pressure and more power. The accessories have also been
Accelerating live sports broadcasting to the speed of light with All-Photonics Networks (APNs)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
There’s nothing quite like live sport. Globally, over half a billion (571 million) people tuned in to the 2022 World Cup final in Qatar. Demand for live sports is showing no signs of slowing. But throughout the entire sporting industry, from the field of play to the IT infrastructure beaming the events live to your living room, nothing stands still for long. For athletes and behind-the-scenes tec
How business leaders can manage integration of AI
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
2023 was the breakout year of AI and since then it’s been going from strength to strength. It’s seen as the solution to everything from productivity and a skills gap to fixing the NHS, with Tony Blair calling for AI doctors and chatbots to ‘save’ the health service. There has been an explosive growth of generative AI with most companies using it in at least one of their business functions. It’s g
How to Watch Wimbledon 2025 Live Outside the UK
Gizmodo / 6h
Don’t miss a single Wimbledon match. Here’s a trick to watch the London tournament on BBC iPlayer if you’re abroad.
Upgrade your OS to Windows 11 Pro for $15 right now
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR : Upgrade your PC with Windows 11 Pro for only $14.97 (reg. $199) before codes sell out. If you haven't heard already, Microsoft has officially announced the countdown clock on Windows 10. Are you still running your PC on this dated operating system? Now might be the perfect time to finally upgrade your device's performance , because the latest operating system, Windows 11 Pro, is now less
Hurdle hints and answers for July 1, 2025
Mashable / 8h
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
Elon Musk Wants to Blow Up the U.S. Political System
Gizmodo / 8h
The tech billionaire has had it with the “Porky Pig Party," and he wants to replace it with something new.
Eating Dairy Before Bed Can Give You Nightmares, Study Suggests
67Gizmodo / 8h
People with lactose intolerance are more likely to experience nightmares and poorer sleep.
Meta Gives Huge AI Salaries and Offering Billions for AI Companies
Next Big Future / 8h
Meta has hired about 15-20 AI researchers from OpenAI and Google Gemini. Many are getting $100 million signing bonuses and $10+ million per year in salary. There are terms to those agreements in terms of what has to be done by the new hires to keep the bonuses. Meta paid $15 billion for 49% of ... Read more
Apple Music is celebrating 10 years with a personalized ‘All Time’ Playlist, and there’s a way for Spotify listeners to get in on the action
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Apple Music has turned 10 and is letting users take a look back The Replay All Time playlist lets you see your top 100 tracks since you joined Apple Music It's a nice throwback treat, and there's a way for Spotify users to get a taste Time flies when you’re listening to some good music, right? Well, Apple Music has officially turned ten today, and since Apple got into the streaming music game, a
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for July 1, 2025
Mashable / 10h
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 and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you
NYT Strands hints, answers for July 1
Mashable / 10h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Wordle today: Answer, hints for July 1, 2025
Mashable / 10h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. 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, Su
Anthropic Let an AI Agent Run a Small Shop and the Result Was Unintentionally Hilarious
Futurism / 10h
Anthropic ran an experiment where its Claude chatbot was put in charge of a tiny, automated "shop" inside its San Francisco headquarters — and the results were nothing short of hilarious. Despite claims in an Anthropic post that "Claudius," the name given to the AI agent in charge of stocking the shop's shelves, was "close to success," everything about the gambit seems to demonstrate just how bad
Senator Blackburn Pulls Support for AI Moratorium in Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Amid Backlash
400+Wired / 11h
After critics called the bill a “get-out-of-jail-free card” for Big Tech that could make it nearly impossible to rein in social media platforms, Senator Marsha Blackburn killed her own compromise.
Sri Mandir keeps investors hooked as digital devotion grows
20TechCrunch / 11h
AppsForBharat, the Indian startup behind the Hindu devotional app Sri Mandir, has raised $20 million in a new round — just over nine months after securing $18 million — as the app continues to attract not only devotees but also strong investor interest. Susquehanna Asia Venture Capital led the Series C round with participation from […]
Legal software company Clio drops $1B on law data giant vLex
TechCrunch / 12h
Clio, last valued at $3B, makes a bet on AI-powered legal data provider
Subscriptions are overrated — own Microsoft Office Pro for life for just A$61
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office Pro 2021 at just A$61 (reg. A$337) and enjoy lifetime access to essential productivity tools . Grab Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for Windows at just A$61 (reg. A$337) and enjoy lifetime access to essential productivity tools. What you get with your purchase One-time purchase, lifetime access — no monthly fees, just essential Office apps Includes must-have tools like Word
Keep 10TB of files private for life for A$421 with Internxt Cloud Storage
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR : Enjoy serious data security at an affordable price with a lifetime subscription to the Internxt Cloud Storage 10TB plan for A$421 through July 15. Are you tired of hitting the storage limits on free cloud storage services like Dropbox? If you're looking for somewhere dependable and secure to keep your precious data, Internxt is an excellent option. It's an open-source platform with end-to
Mark Zuckerberg Already Knows Your Life. Now He Wants His AI to Run It
41Gizmodo / 12h
In a sweeping new plan, the Meta CEO is assembling an AI "Avengers team" to build not just a better chatbot, but a personalized intelligence that anticipates your needs, manages your schedule, and guides your decisions. Welcome to Life-as-a-Service.
Tesla's Robotaxi Program Is Failing Because Elon Musk Made a Foolish Decision Years Ago
Futurism / 12h
A shortsighted design decision that Elon Musk made more than a decade ago is once again coming back to haunt Tesla. As The Guardian reports , the company's Robotaxi rollout has been a massive bust — due, in at least in part, to Musk's long-ago bet against the light detection and ranging sensors known as lidar, which are hardware that allow cars to "sense" their surroundings far more sensitively t
Elon Says He’s Launching ‘the America Party’ to Compete With Democrats and Republicans If Budget Bill Passes
300+Gizmodo / 12h
"Our country needs an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty," Musk tweeted.
