Details: Korean Air Adds Premium Economy, At Expense Of First Class
1KOne Mile at a Time / 3h
In the coming weeks, Korean Air will be introducing a premium economy product for the first time. The carrier has now revealed details about its premium economy experience, including the seat, amenities, and more. Korean Air will offer premium economy on Boeing 777 Korean Air plans to introduce a premium economy product in the near future. Specifically, the first aircraft with the new cabin is ex
Alaska Airlines Launching London And Iceland Flights, Unveils New 787 Look For Global Push
View from the Wing / 17min
Alaska Airlines is launching new international routes from Seattle to London Heathrow and Reykjavik, Iceland with service starting in May 2026. Continue reading ...
Battlefield 6 dev promises the game will return to the 'gritty' tone of earlier entries – 'you're not running around in a hero cape'
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Battlefield 6 will be a "gritty and real" experience like earlier entries in the series Battlefield Studios UX director Alan Pimm said the game will have a different atmosphere to Battlefield 2042 The developer also said it's "not a military sim" but "it's got enough of that grit that you feel it's believable" According to EA, Battlefield 6 will be a modern military shooter inspired by earlier en
Samsung Expands One UI 8 Beta to Galaxy S24 and More
How-To Geek / 3min
Samsung is ready to expand its Galaxy One UI 8 beta (based on Android 16) to more phones after initially kicking things off with the Galaxy S25 back in May. After a rather slow rollout of One UI 7 last year, things are moving quickly to Android 16, and more phones like the Galaxy S24 series will get it next.
WOW: New Alaska Airlines Boeing 787 Livery, Inspired By Northern Lights
One Mile at a Time / 10min
It’s a fascinating time for Alaska Air Group, given the company’s acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. Along those lines, an interesting development has just been revealed about the company’s Boeing 787-9 fleet. Separately, I’ll cover how the airline has also announced new routes from Seattle (SEA) to London (LHR) and Keflavik (KEF). Alaska unveils new Boeing 787 look for global experience With Alas
The Les Mills ‘Educational’ Fitness Classes Helped Me Understand Why My Favorite Workouts Work
Lifehacker / 12min
I have never been a natural athlete. I didn't play sports as a kid, I've never actually enjoyed working out, and I've only became marginally interested in the health benefits of moving my body as I get older. The only force that compels me into the gym is vanity, and I feel fine admitting that. Given I find no intrinsic motivation in mastering physical skills, you might think I hate the gym. But
Alaska Airlines adds London and Iceland routes, unveils new Dreamliner livery
The Points Guy Articles / 16min
Alaska Airlines is ramping up its global expansion in a big way. The Seattle-based carrier on Tuesday announced its two newest international destinations out of the Pacific Northwest. And the expansion includes flights to one of the top cities in Europe. Alaska also unveiled an all-new look for the planes that will carry passengers to its farthest overseas destinations. It's the latest chapter in
TP-Link's New Travel Router Has Wi-Fi 7
How-To Geek / 18min
A travel router is one of those things that you don't know you need until you actually try it. And if you need a good one, TP-Link's latest launch is bringing Wi-Fi 7 to a pocketable factor you can take with you at all times.
5 Things You Can Connect to That Extra HDMI Port
How-To Geek / 18min
A lot of new graphics cards and monitors benefit from DP connections, leaving a vacant HDMI slot on many a motherboard. But it doesn't have to remain unused. There are tons of neat things you can connect to that HDMI slot, including projectors, VR headsets, and second displays.
Watch out - those Firefox add-ons could be a real threat to your entire system, Mozilla warns
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 22min
Mozilla is warning its dev community of an ongoing attack The attackers want access to the devs' accounts Tainting browser addons with malware could be the play here Mozilla is warning its developer community they are at risk of being targeted by devious new phishing attacks urging them to “exercise extreme caution and scrutiny” when receiving emails claiming to have come from either Mozilla, or
No more echoes? Google Meet is finally fixing one of the most annoying parts of joining a conference call
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 30min
Google makes it easier to join Meet calls on Companion mode Laptops listen out for hardware via ultrasound signals It only works with Chrome and supported hardware One of the biggest pain points for Google Meet users joining video conferencing calls could soon be solved after the company by adding a new Companion Mode feature to automatically allow users to join a call. In a blog post , the compa
Messy Alaska & Virgin Trademark Dispute Now Involves Delta
One Mile at a Time / 32min
In 2023, Virgin Group won a $160 million lawsuit against Alaska Airlines, over a trademark dispute. Alaska is still trying to get this overturned, and it now involves Delta Air Lines, with a rather interesting angle. Basics of Alaska & Virgin Group $160 million dispute In 2018, Alaska Airlines and Virgin America merged in a $2.6 billion deal. Even though Richard Branson’s Virgin brand has great n
The Download: AI agent infrastructure, and OpenAI’s ambitions
MIT Technology Review / 36min
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. These protocols will help AI agents navigate our messy lives A growing number of companies are launching AI agents that can do things on your behalf—actions like sending an email, making a document, or editing a database. Initial reviews for these agents have
Travel’s New Gender Gap: Young Women Now See The World While Men Are Staying Home [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 39min
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
The Apple Watch SE is $80 off at Best Buy — a steal for such an awesome smartwatch
Mashable / 41min
SAVE $80: Grab the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) for just $199 (44mm) or $169 (40mm) at Best Buy — available in midnight, starlight, and silver. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE $199 at Best Buy $279 Save $80 Eager Apple fans ready for a smartwatch upgrade should try out this hit deal at Best Buy. As of Aug. 5, Best Buy is offering the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) for just $199 fo
Apple Music for Android gets redesigned with lyrics and translation
Engadget / 43min
Apple has released the beta version of Apple Music version 5.0 for Android, and as 9to5Google reports, it doesn't feature a Liquid Glass redesign like its counterpart for iOS 26 . Liquid Glass is what Apple calls its new visual language, so it's not quite clear whether the Android iteration of the app will ever get the same visual overhaul. It did get a handful of elements from the iOS 26 version
The Mysterious AI Easter Egg at the Heart of Ari Aster’s ‘Eddington’
Gizmodo / 43min
What is SolidGoldMagikarp?
Jury rules Meta violated California privacy laws by quietly collecting Flo users’ menstrual health data
TechCrunch / 44min
The class-action suit was brought by users of period tracking app, Flo, who alleged that the tech giant collected private menstrual health data without users' consent and used it for ad-tracking purposes.
No One Talks About the Genesis GV70 Electrified—but They Should
How-To Geek / 47min
The electric SUV space is loud— Tesla this, Rivian that, and a flood of EVs chasing attention with massive screens or futuristic designs. But not every standout needs to shout.
This Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker Is Stylish, Loud, and Only $90 Right Now
Lifehacker / 48min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian collab speaker is a mix of high fashion and familiar function, and at this price, it might actually make sense. Right now, it’s going for $89.99 on StackSocial , down from $149.99 (the lowest it's ever been, according to price trackers ), and
AMD, please, no more 8GB GPUs – the Radeon RX 9060 GPU has officially been confirmed, with a feeble amount of VRAM
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 52min
AMD has announced the Radeon RX 9060 GPU for pre-built gaming PCs It will use 8GB of VRAM similar to its 9060 XT counterpart It seems as though Team Red isn't giving up on 8GB GPUs The GPU market has seen a handful of additions recently, mostly from Nvidia and AMD with the RTX 5000 series and Radeon RX 9000 series lineups, respectively – and it looks like Team Red isn't done just yet, perhaps in
Forget iOS 26 – update your iPhone to iOS 18.6 now to keep it safe from these security threats
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 59min
The latest iOS 18.6 update comes with two dozen security patches That includes a fix for an actively exploited vulnerability It’s important to update your iPhone to keep it safe It’s important to ensure that you update your iPhone as often as possible, and that’s just been demonstrated by Apple’s iOS 18.6 release. That’s because this update comes with a vital security patch that could help keep y
Windows 11's taskbar could be next for an AI overhaul – but I just don't see the point
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Clues in Windows 11 previews hint that AI is coming to the taskbar This could be in the form of an 'agentic AI' companion Exactly what its purpose would be is far from clear at this point Microsoft could be planning to add an AI element to the taskbar in Windows 11 , based on clues in preview builds and theorizing from the rumor mill. 27914 LXP changes. As always, some of these mentions already e
The best Bose QuietComfort headphones deal is live on Best Buy — save $130 right now
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $130: Get the Bose QuietComfort wireless headphones for just $229 at Best Buy — now in six stylish colors. Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $229 at Best Buy $359 Save $130 For any audiophiles who’ve been waiting for a price drop before investing in a big brand’s pair of noise-cancelling headphones, we’ve found the perfect Best Buy offe
Perplexity accused of breaking a major online AI scraping rule - but it says it has done nothing wrong
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Perplexity seen to be ignoring signals like robot.txt to scrape online sites It even found protected and hidden test sites from Cloudflare OpenAI adheres to responsible crawling, but Perplexity quiet for now Cloudflare has accused AI giant Perplexity of scraping websites which explicitly disallowed crawling via robots.txt and other network-level rules by hiding its identity and conducting obfusca
Boeing 777X Nears Certification, Could Fly Passengers By Mid-2026
32One Mile at a Time / 1h
Boeing has had a rough several years, but could things finally be starting to look up for the aerospace giant?! Basics of the Boeing 777X certification woes For those not familiar, the 777X is Boeing’s newest version of the 777. It will come in two variants — the 777-8 and 777-9 — and the planes are more fuel efficient, longer range, and larger than existing 777s (and larger than 787s, which are
The Morning After: Could the next PlayStation have triple the power of the PS5?
Engadget / 1h
Five years since the launch of PlayStation 5 and, naturally, it’s time to ruminate on what’s next. In a YouTube video from Moore’s Law is Dead, the leaker shares what they believe is extensive information on the PlayStation 6’s possible specs, starting price and release timing . Caveat: Moore’s Law is Dead adds in the video a disclaimer that the info was sourced from a leaked AMD presentation to
Dangerous new Linux malware strikes - thousands of users see passwords, personal info stolen, here's what we know
10 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
A new Linux malware variant offers advanced features and evasion mechanisms It has already infected thousands of devices around the world Passwords, credit card info, and more, at risk A brand new Linux malware has been found infecting thousands of computers around the world, stealing people’s login credentials, payment information, and browser cookies, security researchers are warning. SentinelL
I hit pause on my Prime Video subscription the moment I saw Hulu’s new TV show lineup for August 2025
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
The sweltering dog days of summer will soon be upon us in the northern hemisphere, and that means one thing: staying indoors with the fans blasting, curtains drawn, with one of the best streaming services pulled up on the TV. While the cost of paying for every single streamer continues to steadily mount, with increased subscriptions biting deep into wallets everywhere, you can of course opt-out.
Best Disaster Docs to Watch on Netflix Now
How-To Geek / 1h
There's something fascinating about observing humankind's response to adversity—and Netflix has certainly got this covered. From natural disasters to unsolved mysteries, here are five of the best tragedy docs you can digest this week.
Amazfit Bip 6 Smartwatch Review: Excellent Value for the Money
How-To Geek / 1h
I love my Samsung Galaxy Watch, but the Amazfit Bip 6 surprised me with its feature-packed UI, fantastic battery life, and outstanding performance. In some respects, I preferred this budget-friendly option over my Galaxy Watch. Limitations aside, it's an impressive, competitive option.
Should we share our STI status on dating apps?
Mashable / 1h
There’s a lot that can complicate dating. The rise of dating app fatigue ( one in five dating app users say they’ve had a bad experience), dealing with unrequited love, selfish dating culture – to name a few. Now throw having a sexually transmitted infection (STI) into the mix. It really shouldn’t, since one million of us contract an STI every single day and most are curable, but having an STI ca
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could take much better low-light photos and charge slightly faster
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might be able to capture 47% more light than the S25 Ultra with its main camera This could massively improve low-light photos It might also support 60W charging Two new leaks could spell good news for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, as they point to improvements to both the main camera and the phone's charging speed. First up, leaker @UniverseIce claims that the Galaxy
Nvidia is reportedly slashing RTX 5000 series GPU prices – but I'm expecting scalpers to ruin our fun
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Nvidia and board partners are reportedly set to drop RTX 5000 series GPU prices across online retailers This is supposedly due to low sales and oversupply, after months of price inflation This comes amid another rumor that suggests Nvidia will soon launch Super GPU models for the Blackwell lineup Scalpers have been out of the discussion in the GPU market for a long while, since prices for Nvidia
MGKs Jim Carrey impression is way more impressive than you think itll be
Mashable / 2h
Machine Gun Kelly, aka MGK, is best known for his singing — but it turns out he also has a hidden talent. Appearing on The Tonight Show , MGK explained some of his more confusing social media posts to Jimmy Fallon, ending with one in which he wrote "growing up, jim carrey was dad." Judging by what follows, this clearly means that he watched the actor's movie catalogue a whole lot growing up, to t
DJI Power 2000 Review: The Portable Power Station You Want for Your Off-Grid Adventures
Gizmodo / 2h
A fantastic and gigantic, if pricey, power station with tons of ports for charging virtually any gadget.
ChatGPT is getting break reminders and better mental health detection to encourage healthier interactions – here’s how they work
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
ChatGPT is getting new well-being features Users will be encouraged to take breaks during long sessions OpenAI is consulting with health professionals AI chatbots are now regularly being used for various types of emotional support – as therapists , for example, or as dating advisors – and OpenAI has announced new changes to its ChatGPT bot that should look after it users' health and well-being. "
New Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro renders give us our closest look yet at Google's next flagship phones
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Leaked renders show the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro from numerous angles These give us a clear look at the front and sides of these phones The Pixel 10 is pictured in a new Frost shade At this point, we have a fairly good idea of what to expect from the design of the Google Pixel 10 and the Pixel 10 Pro, especially since Google itself has shown off both phones through a combination of intentional t
The DJI Mini 4K drone is selling out fast — here’s where to get yours
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The DJI Mini 4K drone is available to purchase for $299 on Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon DJI Mini 4K Drone $299 at Amazon DJI is one of the biggest names in drones , with a strong reputation for creating incredible aerial shots. The DJI product range is the top choice of TikTokers , YouTubers , and filmmakers. That being said, we were surprised to see the DJI Mini 4K drone s
Joby Aviation Buys Blade’s Air Mobility Passenger Business: Implications?
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Blade, which is known for its urban air mobility passenger service in the United States and Southern Europe, is selling its passenger division, in a deal that I’d consider to be pretty logical. Blade sells passenger division to Joby Aviation Blade Air Mobility has entered into an agreement to sell its passenger division to Joby Aviation for up to $125 million, with a deal expected to close in the
Battlefield 6 won't run on the Steam Deck and there are no current plans for a Nintendo Switch 2 version, says EA exec
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
EA executive vice president Vince Zampella has confirmed that Battlefield 6 won't work on the Steam Deck He says there are other "non-Steam Deck handheld platforms that it will work on" There are no current plans to bring the game to Nintendo Switch 2 EA has confirmed that Battlefield 6 won't work on the Steam Deck , but that there are other PC handhelds on which the game will run on. That's acco
YouTube set to test AI-powered age checks in the US – will the UK be next?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
YouTube is introducing AI age checks in the US to filter inappropriate content Machine learning will base decisions on searched videos and categories, among other criteria This announcement follows the recent blocking of YouTube in Australia for minors and restrictions on social media in the UK YouTube has announced the introduction of AI-based checks to determine the age of viewers. This news co
Google's new AI-powered bug hunting tool finds major issues in open source software
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Big Sleep AI-powered vulnerability hunter built by DeepMind and Project Zero The first batch of 20 vulnerabilities it has spotted have been announced Details are under wraps to give devs time to patch them Google's AI-powered tool designed to find bugs, Big Sleep, has reported its first batch of 20 security vulnerabilities in open source software . Developed by AI and security teams from Google's
Rare is getting a limited edition 8BitDo controller for its 40th anniversary, and I can't help but feel bittersweet about it
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
A limited edition 8BitDo controller celebrating Rare's 40th anniversary has been spotted at Amazon The blue/yellow gamepad features emblems from the developer's most iconic titles It's revealed shortly after the cancellation of Everwild , which would've been the studio's next big game It's definitely been a trying year for Rare, but there is at least something to shout about for fans of the legen
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 5, 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
Tesla grants Elon Musk $29 billion pay package, fights to give him $55.8 billion
23Mashable / 3h
Tesla CEO Elon Musk will gain approximately $29 billion in shares under a new compensation package, in an effort to at least partially adhere to a $55.8 billion deal from 2018 which was thrown out by a U.S. court last year. In a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Sunday, Tesla announced that it shall grant Musk 96 million shares under a new 2025 CEO Interim Award. Alre
GPT-5 arrives imminently. Heres what the hype wont tell you.
Mashable / 3h
In the months prior to the release of his widely-anticipated AI model update, GPT-5, Sam Altman's hype train built up quite a head of steam. Long before he was OpenAI CEO, Altman wrote that "successful founders" of tech companies are actually building something "closer to a religion," and many of his 2025 statements attest to that . Take his "Gentle Singularity" post in June, in which Altman insi
Don’t overpay for quality bedding
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: This 4-Piece set of Satin Bedding is soft, cooling, and on sale for $37 (reg. $79.99). Good bedding can make a big difference in how well you sleep, but have you seen how expensive it is? Instead of dropping a whole paycheck on new bedding, check out this Silky-Soft Satin 4-Piece Sheet Set. These sheets have a smooth, glossy finish that looks as good as it feels, and they’re only $36.99 (r
One new language-learning app is using AI to teach you 12 different languages
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Learn up to 12 different languages with a lifetime subscription to Promova , on sale for $64 with code DROP20. Learning a new language can be a challenge, especially when you’re juggling a busy schedule or struggling to stay motivated. Promova was built with that in mind. This language learning platform is designed for modern learners who want a flexible, supportive way to build fluency ov
This secret weapon helps you beat the dog days of summer, and now it’s $80 off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Keep cool all summer long and beyond with the Airo Comfort Portable Air Conditioner , now only $319.99 (reg. $399.95). The dog days of summer are just around the corner, but are your dusty old fans up for the job this year? If your cool down plan could use some upgrades, look no further than the Airo Comfort Portable Air Conditioner . This efficient cooling system is ready to help you chil
This Montessori-inspired app turns screen time into calm, creative play
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Grab a lifetime subscription to Pok Pok for $47.99 with code DROP20 — a Montessori-style app for calm, creative play . You don’t have to feel guilty for letting your kid use a screen when they’re using Pok Pok. This app ditches the flashing lights and mindless tapping for something actually meaningful: a calm, beautifully designed digital playroom packed with open-ended learning activities
Score a stunning 50-inch QLED Fire TV for just $229.99 — save $100 at Best Buy
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $100: The 50-inch Hisense QD6 QLED 4K Smart Fire TV is just $229.99 — a budget win with premium perks. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 50-inch QD6 QLED 4K HDR Smart Fire TV $229.99 at Best Buy $329.99 Save $100 You don’t need to drop thousands to get a TV that punches way above its weight. Sometimes, all it takes is $229.99. That’s the new price on the 50-inch Hisense QD6 QLED
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 5, 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
A glimpse into OpenAI’s largest ambitions
MIT Technology Review / 3h
OpenAI has given itself a dual mandate. On the one hand, it’s a tech giant rooted in products, including of course ChatGPT, which people around the world reportedly send 2.5 billion requests to each day. But its original mission is to serve as a research lab that will not only create “ artificial general intelligence ” but ensure that it benefits all of humanity. My colleague Will Douglas Heaven
How Supercomputing Will Evolve, According to Jack Dongarra
25Wired / 3h
WIRED talked with one of the most influential voices in computer science about the potential for AI and quantum to supercharge supercomputers.
The Bose SoundLink Flex is my favorite speaker — and its on sale right now for $20 off
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $20 : As of Aug. 5, the Bose Soundlink Flex is on sale for $129 at Amazon. That's a 13% saving on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Soundlink Flex $129 at Amazon $149 Save $20 The Bose Soundlink Flex is back on sale at Amazon, and we need to talk about it. A powerhouse of a Bluetooth speaker , this device is perfect for listening on the go or at home. And as of Aug. 5, it's
The Beats Studio Pro have been heavily discounted — save $170 for a limited time
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $170: As of Aug. 5, Beats Studio Pro headphones are on sale for $179.95 at Amazon. That's a savings of 49% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro $179.95 at Amazon $349.99 Save $170.04 We love a great deal on Beats headphones here at Mashable, especially when that deal has you saving more than $100. So we really love this latest Beats Studio Pro deal at Amazon. A
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is $200 off for a limited time
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $200 : As of Aug. 5, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is on sale for $799 at Amazon. That's a 20% saving on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 Pro $799 at Amazon $999 Save $200 If you're in the market for a new smartphone , you have to check out this latest Amazon deal on the Google Pixel 9 Pro , currently reduced by $200. As of Aug. 5, this impressive model is now just $7
The Amazon Fire TV is on sale for under $300 — save over $100 right now
Mashable / 4h
SAVE $110 : As of Aug. 5, the Amazon Fire TV 4-Series is on sale for $289.99 at Amazon. That's a 28% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 50-Inch 4-Series $289.99 at Amazon $399.99 Save $110 Looking for a new TV? Consider your search over, because the 50-inch Amazon Fire TV 4-Series is back on sale at Amazon. As of Aug. 5, you can save $110 on this great T
Stephen King shares his 3 line review of Together
Mashable / 4h
Stephen King likes to split his time on social media between slamming Donald Trump and recommending horror movies , including those that are based on his own stories . His latest? Writer/director Michael Shanks' Together , a body horror about a struggling couple (real life couple Dave Franco and Alison Brie) who start quite literally getting stuck to one another. SEE ALSO: Stephen King posts a bo
Enabling the rise of responsible robots
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
When I first started as an engineer in the semiconductor industry, we worked on pretty boring electronics. Laptops , portable phones, gaming computers – not the most exciting stuff by today’s standards. Then some smart engineer on the U.S. West Coast took a portable mobile phone and a portable computer, stuffed them into each other and called it a smartphone . It’s basically a data display device
Jobs in video games dried up, so we made our own
21BBC News / 4h
Getting work in gaming is harder and harder, especially for new starters. How are young developers following their passions?
AI-powered fintech Alaan raises $48M, one of the largest Series A rounds in MENA
22TechCrunch / 5h
When Parthi Duraisamy was a consultant at McKinsey’s Dubai office, he discovered that the American Express cards his company relied on for corporate expenses were rarely accepted in the Middle East. This forced Duraisamy to cover significant travel expenses out of pocket and file endless expense reports. “It was a constant pain,” Duraisamy explained on […]
The YouTube-famous Raycon earbuds prove that basic earbuds can be better
Mashable / 5h
Here's the thing: I actually don't want or need budget earbuds to attempt to perform the same as $450 flagship headphones . Still, as someone who tests the gamut of headphones and earbuds for a living, I know that the cheaper options out there are certainly going to try. While some punch above their weight class in some areas, they almost certainly fall flat in others, trying to pack in premium f
Uzbekistan’s first unicorn, Uzum, leaps to a $1.5B valuation
37TechCrunch / 5h
Uzbekistan's Uzum has raised $65.5 million in a new funding round co-led by China's Tencent and the New York- and London-based VR Capital, with participation from U.S.-based FinSight Capital.
What is The European Accessibility Act and why does it matter for business websites of all sizes?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) took effect on June 28, 2025, introducing new legal requirements for digital accessibility across the European Union (EU). A 2024 WebAIM study found that 97% of the world’s leading websites do not currently meet compliance standards. The EAA applies to companies providing digital products and services in the EU, regardless of where they are based. This means b
Redefining SecOps: the intelligent future of SIEM
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Security operations are under pressure from all sides. Threats are faster, attack surfaces are expanding, and demands on people and tools continue to grow. At the center of it all, one constant holds: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) remains a cornerstone of the modern SOC. According to a recent 2025 Security Operations Insights Report, nine in ten security and IT leaders still co
HelloFresh Coupon Codes: 55% Off + Free Meals - August 2025
Wired / 7h
Use a HelloFresh promo code to save on your meal kits in 2025. Up to 55% off for new or returning customers, free shipping, free meals, and more.
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off in August 2025
Wired / 7h
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
Say goodbye to subscriptions with a lifetime of Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: A lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac is on sale for $39.99 — enjoy permanent access to essential productivity tools. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac: Lifetime License $39.99 $229 Save $189.01 Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac on sale for $39.99 (reg. $229). What you get: Lifetime access to Microsoft Office Home &
Hurdle hints and answers for August 5, 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
How to unblock Pornhub for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from anywhere in the world with a VPN . The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . Your access to Pornhub is at risk. Early in 2025, more than a third of U.S. states introduced age verification laws. In response, Pornhub banned visitors from those states from accessing their website. The same thing happened in France , and although Pornhub is complying with
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on August 5, 2025
Mashable / 8h
The moon looks almost full tonight, but it's not quite there. We've even got a few more days before we hit that part of the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight unique phases of the moon's visibility. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA , and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. So, what's happenin
The DreamCloud Premier mattress has no business being so affordable given its hotel-like luxury
Mashable / 9h
We get it — buying a new mattress kinda sucks. It’s a decision that relies on dozens of prior discussions, like memory foam or hybrid, and a budget analysis. This also gets compounded by the question of, “Does a higher price make for a better bed?” Plus, there’s the knowledge that you’ll be sleeping on this thing every night for the next 10-ish years. The stakes are high for making the right choi
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 5, 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 August 5, 2025
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 August 5, 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
OpenAI Admits ChatGPT Missed Signs of Delusions in Users Struggling With Mental Health
Futurism / 12h
After over a month of providing the same copy-pasted response amid mounting reports of " AI psychosis ", OpenAI has finally admitted that ChatGPT has been failing to recognize clear signs of its users struggling with their mental health, including suffering delusions. "We don't always get it right," the AI maker wrote in a new blog post , under a section titled "On healthy use." "There have been
Jeh Aerospace nets $11M to scale the commercial aircraft supply chain in India
24TechCrunch / 12h
Indian startup Jeh Aerospace has secured $11 million in a new funding round to help ease global supply chain bottlenecks.
Converting Solar Radiation into Rotating Dynamoes or Rotating Catapults
Next Big Future / 12h
There is interesting new work from Cool Worlds. A quasite is a conceptual space-based satellite system proposed by the Cool Worlds Lab (led by astronomer David Kipping), representing a hybrid or modified version of a traditional statite. A statite is an earlier idea
