How to Post Anonymously in a Facebook Group
500+How-To Geek / 12h
If you'd like to post something in a Facebook group without revealing your name , use Facebook's anonymous posting feature. It's easy to do, assuming that a group administrator has enabled the feature. We'll show you how to use it.
Disney+ and Hulu suffer major blow as millions of irate fans reportedly close their accounts over Jimmy Kimmel row
28Latest from TechRadar / 20h
A new report has seemingly laid bare the full impact on Disney's subscriber numbers after its temporary suspension of Jimmy Kimmel.
Jimmy Kimmel has a brutal response to JD Vance saying hes not funny
200+Mashable / 19h
Jimmy Kimmel may be back on TV , but the conversation about his suspension — which reportedly lost Disney 1.7 million subscribers before they put him back on air — continues. In the monologue above filmed during a special week of shows in New York, Kimmel plays a clip of vice president JD Vance saying Jimmy Kimmel Live! wasn't aired by certain stations because the host is "not funny". "I have som
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on October 1
Mashable / 1h
The moon is shining nice and bright tonight, so let's take a look at what we can see tonight, day 10 of the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight phases of the moon. NASA explains that these phases occur as the Sun illuminates varying portions of the moon while it moves around our planet. The cycle in general lasts around 29.5 days. Keep reading to see what you can see when you look u
How to watch Barcelona vs. PSG in the Champions League online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Barcelona vs. PSG in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back with another round of exciting fixtures, but Barcelona vs. PSG has got to be the standout matchup. It's the defending champions against the five-time winners Barcelona . It doesn't get much bigg
How to watch Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Newcastle online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Newcastle in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back with the second round of group stage fixtures. Newcastle battled hard against Barcelona in their first matchup, only to come away second best. They'll be looking to come back st
What happens when security cameras hit the right note?
Mashable / 1h
What does an array of seemingly random items — a coffee cup, a tennis ball, a fire extinguisher — have in common? What might such objects, if they could speak, or even sing, have to say? A tech demo with an unusual twist by Axis Communications , a Swedish company best known as a global industry leader within video surveillance, offers one answer to this curious question. To show off its AI-powere
How to watch Arsenal vs. Olympiacos online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Arsenal vs. Olympiacos in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back with another batch of high-profile fixtures involving Europe's elite. Arsenal vs. Olympiacos is a particularly interesting matchup, with both sides taking points from their opening games. Arsenal wi
China Displays Its Gizmos and Ambition, but Fewer Answers on Trade
NYT > Technology / 1h
The vast Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou stood as a rebuke to U.S. efforts to hem in China’s technology. But the real competition is internal, and profits are hard to find.
Remebering Be Incorporated - the early 90s startup whose fate was decided by Steve Jobs
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Former Apple executive Jean-Louis Gassée co-founded Be Inc in the early 1990s, hoping to take on Silicon Valley titans.
We loved JBL's Charge 6 in our just-published review, and right now you can score 20% off this 5-star portable speaker
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Not all Bluetooth speakers are created equal, but the JBL Charge 6 is perhaps the most refined example you can find today – and it's now available with a great discount.
NYT Pips hints, answers for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
Happy Tuesday and welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Today's games feature difficulty levels that dial up the challenge quickly, but we have all the tips you need to navigate them. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you'r
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition requires knowledge of stats and locations. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new se
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
The NYT Connections puzzle today shouldn't be hard to solve if you're a good swimmer. 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 hint
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
Today's NYT Strands hints will help you understand the flavor of today's puzzle. 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
Today's Wordle answer features a couple things that might trip people up regardless of their favorite starting word. 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. Today's NYT Wordle puzzle shouldn't be difficult to sol
Hurdle hints and answers for October 1, 2025
Mashable / 3h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Latest Airline Security Breach Leaks Passports, IDs, Other Info
How-To Geek / 3h
It's always bad when we're affected by security breaches. It's even worse when our sensitive information is exposed as a result. This is exactly what's happening to a number of WestJet users. Yikes.
Tesla Secret Weapon to Save Q3 and Q4 Car Delivery Numbers
Next Big Future / 3h
Awaiting Q3 delivery numbers on October 2nd (hoping for 500k+ vehicles and 13 GWh energy storage). A potential surge to $500–$520 this week on strong results, amplified by FSD rollout and options activity. Longer-term, Fibonacci analysis points to $600 by November, with $2T market cap as resistance. Sustained growth needs robotaxi/FSD progress or Model Y/3 ... Read more
Uber Not Responsible for Sex Assault, Jury Finds, as More Cases Follow
NYT > Technology / 4h
The company is facing similar lawsuits in federal and state courts from people who claim their drivers sexually assaulted or harassed them.
U.S. government takes stake in Canadian lithium miner and its Nevada mining project
32TechCrunch / 4h
The U.S. Department of Energy has taken equity stakes in Canadian company Lithium Americas and its Nevada mining joint venture with General Motors as part of a renegotiation of a federal loan. Under the new terms, the U.S. government will take a 5% equity ownership in Lithium Americas and a 5% ownership in the Lithium […]
Do VPNs Make You Anonymous Online?
How-To Geek / 5h
VPNs are a popular tool that aim to help improve your online security and keep you anonymous while you browse. But they're not quite the click-once-for-privacy tool many think they are. VPNs do have some limitations, and poor privacy practices elsewhere can make them almost useless. Here's what you need to know.
The 5 hottest AI features from Amazon’s September hardware reveal
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Amazon’s latest devices double down on Alexa+ with faster, smarter AI features.
VPN vs. Incognito Mode: Which Actually Protects You?
How-To Geek / 6h
Our day-to-day lives have come to depend on the internet and being proactive about your cybersecurity has never been more important. Everything from your browser to the server you connect to could be the weak link that lands you in trouble. Here is what you need to know about incognito mode and VPNs, so you know how each tool affects your security.
Four Seasons Telluride, Colorado, Opens 2028: New Luxury Ski Resort
One Mile at a Time / 6h
Four Seasons is on quite the expansion spree lately, as the luxury hotel group has just announced the details of its newest property. This is the second Four Seasons ski resort in the United States that’s in the pipeline right now. Basics of the Four Seasons Telluride, Colorado Four Seasons is partnering with developer Fort Partners and real estate development firm Merrimac Ventures on the openin
AO boss tells BBC: We're a British success story – the UK should be turbocharging us
BBC News / 6h
John Roberts, the founder of AO and so-called kitchen king, says tax rises are putting "grit" into businesses.
Microsoft blocks phishing scam which used AI-generated code to trick users
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Microsoft says attackers used AI-generated code in a phishing campaign, disguising an SVG file as a PDF document to trick email recipients into opening it.
Watch This ‘Stranger Things’ Video and and See Just How Much These Kids Have Aged
21Gizmodo / 6h
Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, and Gaten Matarazzo look back on the 'Dungeons & Dragons' game that started it all.
In true air fryer fashion, early October Prime Day deals on air fryers have heated up quickly
Mashable / 6h
So you've been putting off finally buying an air fryer — and then kicking yourself every time your food is taking forever in the oven. Amazon's October Prime Day is as good a time as any to find an air fryer on sale, especially if you're a connoisseur of fried snacks during football games. That'll give you several extra weekends to squeeze in new halftime recipes compared to waiting until Black F
The AI slop drops right from the top, as Trump posts vulgar deepfake of opponents
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
AI poses an obvious danger to millennia-long human fight to find the truth. Large language model "hallucinations," vocal deepfakes, and now increased use of video deepfakes have all had a blurring effect on facts, letting bad actors around the globe brush off even recorded events as mere "fake news." The danger is perhaps most acute in the political realm, where deepfake audio and video can make
In 2022, the world axed a disease name seen as racist. US just switched back.
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Without explanation, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under the Trump administration has reverted from using the disease name "mpox" to the obsolete "monkeypox," which the world abandoned in 2022 because it was seen as racist and stigmatizing. Mpox is the name of the disease caused by Orthopoxvirus monkeypox , a relative of smallpox and cowpox that has exploded to global prominen
Alexa’s survival hinges on you buying more expensive Amazon devices
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Amazon’s voice assistant is hanging on by a thread. And that thread is generative AI—or, in Amazon’s case, Alexa+ . Amazon hasn’t had a problem getting people to buy cheap, Alexa-powered gadgets. However, the Alexa in millions of homes today doesn’t make Amazon money. It’s largely used for simple tasks unrelated to commerce, like setting timers and checking the weather. As a result, Amazon’s Devi
Half of UK adults now regularly use mobile payments
BBC News / 6h
Regular mobile payments surged across different age groups last year, new banking data suggests.
Take charge of this incredible $50 deal as Amazon drops the price of this Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
This Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand is now down to its lowest price ever at Amazon.
Amex Platinum Card $400 Resy Dining Credit: Suspiciously Easy To Use
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Link: Learn more about The Platinum Card® from American Express The Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ) has recently undergone a major refresh . With this, we’ve seen the card get an $895 annual fee ( Rates & Fees ), which is shattering records among premium cards. However, for once, I’d say this card refresh is actually legitimately positive, and I’m having a lot easier of a time jus
Jared Leto’s Weird-Ass ‘Tron: Ares’ Set Behavior Was Maybe His Least Weird-Ass Set Behavior
Gizmodo / 7h
At least he didn't try to get inside a computer or anything.
Starbase hires Cameron County to police its streets and jail its offenders
TechCrunch / 7h
Starbase is in the business of launching rockets, not policing, according to two new agreements.
Everything You Need to Know About Array Constants in Excel
How-To Geek / 7h
Array constants in Microsoft Excel are powerful tools for performing multiple calculations with a single formula. Using array constants in your Excel worksheets avoids the need for lengthy or repeated formulas and eliminates the risk of accidental data changes.
The best streaming deals live ahead of October Prime Day: Criterion Channel, Starz, and more
Mashable / 7h
The best October Prime Day streaming deals at a glance: BEST Overall Starz annual subscription $11.99/year for your first year (save $58) Best for movie lovers The Criterion Channel annual subscription $79.99/year for your first year (save $20) Best Prime Video add-on deal AMC+ and MGM+ ad-free bundle $5.99/month for two months (save $12) Amazon's Prime Day events are no longer just a time to sco
Toyota adds another $1.5B to its bet on startups at every stage
20TechCrunch / 7h
Toyota made two announcements that reflect the automaker's growing interest in startups working on mobility, climate, AI, sustainability, and industrial automation.
Capital One Travel portal: Earn and redeem miles on flights, hotels and more
32The Points Guy Articles / 7h
Capital One's travel booking site is the portal for Capital One cardholders to make travel purchases, earn bonus rewards on paid bookings and redeem rewards earned on their cards. Cardholders who earn Capital One miles and cash-back rewards can access Capital One's travel booking site. If you're new to the site and want to learn more about it, this guide will share what you need to know. What is
Disney sends cease and desist letter to Character.AI
Engadget / 7h
Disney has demanded that Character.AI stop using its copyrighted characters. Axios reports that the entertainment juggernaut sent a cease and desist letter to Character.AI, claiming that it has chatbots based on its franchises, including Pixar films, Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In addition to claiming copyright infringement, the letter questioned whether these protected character
Critics slam OpenAI’s parental controls while users rage, “Treat us like adults”
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
As OpenAI tells it, the company has been consistently rolling out safety updates ever since parents, Matthew and Maria Raine, sued OpenAI, alleging that "ChatGPT killed my son." On August 26, the day that the lawsuit was filed, OpenAI seemed to publicly respond to claims that ChatGPT acted as a "suicide coach" for 16-year-old Adam Raine by posting a blog promising to do better to help people "whe
Researchers find a carbon-rich moon-forming disk around giant exoplanet
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Many of the most interesting bodies in our Solar System aren't planets, but the moons that orbit them. They have active volcanoes, hydrocarbon oceans, geysers, and moon-wide oceans buried under icy crusts. And, as far as we can tell, the physics of the processes that produce large planets should make moon formation inevitable. Given how common planets are, our galaxy should be teeming with moons.
How “prebunking” can restore public trust and other September highlights
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
It's a regrettable reality that there is never enough time to cover all the interesting scientific stories we come across each month. In the past, we've featured year-end roundups of cool science stories we (almost) missed. This year, we're experimenting with a monthly collection. September's list includes how prebunking can restore public trust in election results; why ghost sharks grow weird fo
Anker released the best-looking docking station I've ever seen - and it even comes with a control knob to satisfy my ADHD
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Anker’s docking station integrates 14 ports, triple monitor support, and a small control knob display.
83 new Netflix movies are arriving in October – here are 4 with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes you should stream first
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
From The Martian to The Hurt Locker, these are the new Netflix movies worth watching this month.
I’ve given up on finding one pair of headphones to rule them all – that’s why I use these 5 pairs for different situations
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
I’m done looking for ‘the one’ – that’s why I rely on these 5 exceptional pairs of headphones for their specialist skills instead.
Intel and NVIDIA's Partnership Is Set to Destroy AMD's Unique Advantage
How-To Geek / 8h
After purchasing ATI, AMD became the primary competition for both Intel and NVIDIA, and honestly the relatively small company has held its own against these juggernauts admirably by carving out niches that neither of them can seem to challenge.
Apple Vision Pro 2 rumors: Release date, upgrades, and more
Mashable / 8h
Remember the Apple Vision Pro? Apple's AR/VR headset launched more than a year and a half ago in early 2024 to much fanfare . Since then, however, there appears to be waning interest in the Apple Vision Pro as sales have plunged for the $3,499 device. However, Apple isn't giving up on the Apple Vision Pro quite yet. In fact, the company has been hard at work on a new version of the AR/VR set, ten
DoorDash unveils new delivery robots that yawn, wink, and travel 20 mph
Mashable / 8h
DoorDash just unveiled new delivery service offerings, the most notable of which is an AI-powered anthropomorphic robot named Dot. Dot is touted as both agile and fast — traveling up to 20 m.p.h. — and is already deployed in the greater Phoenix area. (Meanwhile, in L.A., a non-DoorDash delivery robot recently crashed into a disabled person in a wheelchair .) The robot is electric and one-tenth th
New Yorkers Are Defacing This AI Startup’s Million-Dollar Ad Campaign
Futurism / 8h
New York City’s expansive subway system is currently plastered with advertisements for an AI startup called Friend, which has spent more than a million dollars on over 11,000 subway cars ads, 1,000 platform posters, and 130 urban panels. Judging by the response, the campaign is earning the company very few friends among New Yorkers. Subway riders have been vandalizing and peeling the ads down sin
The new Echo Show looks stunning, and it feels like Amazon’s most high-end smart display yet
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Amazon's next-gen Echo Show 8 and entirely new Echo Show 11 finally step up the looks to match the smarts of Alexa+ – here's our early first impressions.
The Moment the ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Crew Knew They Had a Hit in ‘Golden’
26Gizmodo / 8h
There's much more than just an apparently fateful trip to the dentist in the creation of the Netflix hit's breakout song.
Six New WhatsApp Features You Can Try Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . On Monday, Meta announced six new features it rolled out to WhatsApp users . The thing is, these features might not be that new. The company somewhat confusingly says these features have been added to the app "over the past few mon
OpenAI Officially Launches Video Generator Sora 2, Now With Social Feed
Gizmodo / 8h
Slop Watch is in full effect.
A breach every month raises doubts about South Korea’s digital defenses
TechCrunch / 8h
Known for its blazing fast internet and home to some of the world’s biggest tech giants, South Korea has also faced a string of data breaches and cybersecurity lapses that has struggled to match the pace of its digital ambitions.
Anonymous question app Sendit deceived children and illegally collected their data, FTC alleges
TechCrunch / 8h
On Sendit, teens can send each other anonymous questions via integrations with Instagram or Snapchat.
American Airlines Slams Brakes At 160 MPH During Takeoff As Boeing 777 Mistakenly Crosses LAX Runway In Front Of It
View from the Wing / 8h
At Los Angeles International, an American Airlines A321 accelerating for takeoff at 160 mph was forced into a full-stop reject when a Boeing 777 freighter crossed the runway without clearance. Continue reading ...
11 things Amazon announced at its big September 2025 event
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Amazon just announced a lengthy list of new gadgets for us to put on our Christmas lists –here's the full list of announcements.
These SSDs Weren't Supposed to Last Long, but I Still Use Them 10 Years Later
How-To Geek / 9h
In the early days of PC SSDs, skepticism was sky-high, and not completely unfounded. When reviewers deliberately tried to kill these drives, it often didn't take much.
Ford CEO Predicts Trump’s EV Policies Could Cut Demand in Half
Gizmodo / 9h
Ford CEO Jim Farley's comments came on the day the EV tax credit ended in the US.
Intel and AMD trusted enclaves, the backbone of network security, fall to physical attacks
2 TTPs•
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
In the age of cloud computing, protections baked into chips from Intel, AMD, and others are essential for ensuring confidential data and sensitive operations can’t be viewed or manipulated by attackers who manage to compromise servers running inside a data center. In many cases, these protections—which work by storing certain data and processes inside encrypted enclaves known as TEEs ( Trusted Ex
DeepSeek tests “sparse attention” to slash AI processing costs
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Ever wonder why ChatGPT slows down during long conversations? The culprit is a fundamental mathematical challenge: Processing long sequences of text requires massive computational resources, even with the efficiency tricks that companies have already deployed. While US tech giants can afford to throw more hardware at the problem, Chinese AI company DeepSeek , which is cut off from a steady supply
How Found Footage Helped Blumhouse Build Its Horror Empire
Gizmodo / 9h
An excerpt from 'Horror's New Wave: 15 Years of Blumhouse' digs into 'Sinister,' a key early success for the studio.
Boses new earbuds are on sale, plus more of the best earbuds deals ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 9h
Best earbuds deals ahead of October Prime Day Best noise-cancelling earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) $279 (save $20) Best open earbuds deal Shokz OpenRun Pro $124.95 (save $55) We're just one week away from Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days — aka October Prime Day — and earbuds deals are starting to roll in. While the deals aren't nearly as extensive as we expect them to be come
This innovative solar-powered dash cam could do away with awkward hardwiring for good
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Baseus enters the dash cam space with the PrimeTrip VD1 Pro.
Amazon Echo Dot Max and Studio Hands-On: Do You Need an Army of Echo Speakers?
Gizmodo / 9h
Amazon's Alexa Home Theater feature invites you to buy five Echo Studios and use them as a home theater system.
HawaiianMiles will transfer to Atmos Rewards on Oct. 1 — here's what you need to know
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
In August, Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan officially transitioned to a new joint-loyalty program with Hawaiian Airlines called Atmos Rewards. Now, Hawaiian Airlines' HawaiianMiles will convert to Atmos Rewards on Oct. 1. HawaiianMiles members may be curious as to what will happen when the program officially transitions at the beginning of October. Currently, Hawaiian has implemented a login freeze
The 2024 Kindle Scribe Is $100 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news . Amazon announced a new lineup of upgraded Kindle Scribe digital notebooks today , but I'm sure it's onl
The Best Gadgets of September 2025
Gizmodo / 9h
Between IFA, Apple, and Meta Connect, September was... a gadget lover's dream.
Elon Musk’s Wikipedia Competitor Is Going to Be a Disaster
96Gizmodo / 9h
Remember when Grok praised Adolf Hitler?
I think I found the perfect fake laptop for my projects - I only need to find a mouse with a built-in PC
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The Welder Keyboard combines a foldable mechanical design with a 12.8-inch touchscreen, RGB lighting, and broad compatibility for versatile use.
Visual Studio's September Update Has Arrived: Here's What's New
How-To Geek / 9h
Visual Studio is probably one of the best IDEs out there, especially when it comes to Windows apps. Now, it just got a lot better with a new set of features—including a lot of AI stuff that should make your development experience a lot more pleasant.
Boses new QuietComfort Ultra earbuds just quietly got their first price drop
Mashable / 9h
UPDATE: Sep. 30, 2025, 3:45 p.m. EDT Since the initial writing of this story, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd Gen) have gone up in price to $279.99. This is still a savings of $20. Our original story follows. Save $41.64: As of Sept. 30, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) are on sale for $257.36 at Amazon, marking their first-ever price cut just weeks after their release. Usua
Echos and the ANC Echo Buds are already beating their July Prime Day prices ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 9h
An Amazon event wouldn't be an Amazon event without the brand pushing its own devices. While Amazon tends to stick strictly to the end of any Prime event's end cutoff time, it doesn't shy away from putting Amazon devices on sale early. So naturally, several Echo deals, Fire Tablet deals, and Blink camera deals are already live the week before Prime Big Deal Days kicks off on Oct. 7. The best Prim
Amazons Echo Buds with ANC are the cheapest theyve ever been
Mashable / 9h
SAVE $85 : As of Sept. 30, Amazon's Echo Buds with ANC are down to an all-time low price of $34.99. That's 71% off their list price of $119.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Buds with ANC $34.99 at Amazon $119.99 Save $85 Earlier this month, we highlighted Amazon's excellent deal on the Echo Buds with ANC. Little did we know, that deal was about to get even better. As of Sept.
Across the World, People Say They’re Finding Conscious Entities Within ChatGPT
21Futurism / 10h
Need more evidence that the AI industry is unlike anything prior to it? Users across the world say they’re encountering supposedly conscious beings inside AI chatbots built by red-hot tech companies like OpenAI and Anthropic. Look no further than a Vox advice column in which reporter Sigal Samuel gamely answered a question from an avid user of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, who said they’d been communicating
Hades 2’s Grave Thirst mechanic is teaching me to be a less stubborn demon slayer
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Hades 2's Grave Thirst mechanic has taught me to be less stubborn when choosing a main weapon. The Argent Skull has become a clear favorite, and even helped me beat Chronos for the first time.
I heard the Amazon Echo Dot Max and instantly forgot the original Dot ever existed
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
I got some just enough listening time with the new Amazon Echo Dot Max to know this is a big audio upgrade
‘Frankenstein’ (the Book) Gets a Special Edition Ahead of ‘Frankenstein’ (the Movie)
Gizmodo / 10h
Jacob Elordi's monster, star of Guillermo del Toro's upcoming Netflix release, adorns a new cover for Mary Shelley's 1818 Gothic classic.
The Real Reasons There Are So Many Foreign Shows On Streaming
How-To Geek / 10h
Hop on any of the major streaming services today, and you'll be greeted by a selection of content that's not from the USA, not from North America, and not from the global Anglosphere. It's never been easier to access and enjoy content from all over the world, but why exactly is there so much "foreign" content on streaming services?
Ted Cruz blocks bill that would extend privacy protections to all Americans
200+TechCrunch / 10h
The Texas senator blocked a bill that would have prevented data brokers from selling personal data on anyone in the United States, and not just federal lawmakers and government officials.
This is the world's smallest eGPU dock with a built-in 650W PSU - but I'm not sure I'd be comfortable with my $1,999 Geforce RTX 5090 GPU exposed to the elements
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
NXPort seeks to transform laptops with a tiny 650W eGPU dock, yet exposed components and unverified claims raise skepticism.
After threatening ABC over Kimmel, FCC chair may eliminate TV ownership caps
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Fresh off his crusade against Jimmy Kimmel and ABC, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission may eliminate TV station ownership limits in a potential gift for station owners like Sinclair and Nexstar. When FCC Chairman Brendan Carr threatened ABC affiliates with license revocations for carrying Jimmy Kimmel's show, he said that national networks exert too much control over local TV stat
With new agent mode for Excel and Word, Microsoft touts “vibe working”
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
With a new set of Microsoft 365 features , knowledge workers will be able to generate complex Word documents or Excel spreadsheets using only text prompts to Microsoft's chatbot. Two distinct products were announced, each using different models and accessed from within different tools—though the similar names Microsoft chose make it confusing to parse what's what. Driven by OpenAI's GPT-5 large l
YouTuber unboxes what seems to be a pre-release version of an M5 iPad Pro
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Apple's biggest product event of the year happens in September, when the company puts out a new batch of iPhones and Apple Watches and other odds and ends. But in most years, Apple either has another smaller event or just a handful of additional product announcements later in the fall in October or November—usually the focus is on the Mac, the iPad, or both. It seems like a new iPad Pro could be
SpaceX has a few tricks up its sleeve for the last Starship flight of the year
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
On its surface, the flight plan for SpaceX's next Starship flight looks a lot like the last one. The rocket's Super Heavy booster will again splash down in the Gulf of Mexico just offshore from SpaceX's launch site in South Texas. And Starship, the rocket's upper stage, will fly on a suborbital arc before reentering the atmosphere over the Indian Ocean for a water landing northwest of Australia.
17 best early Prime Day deals for less than $50 – Lego, Echo, Blink, Apple, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
I've looked through the early deals at Amazon ahead of next week's Prime Day and picked out the 17 best offers for under $50.
Jellyfin's iPhone App Just Got a Long-Awaited Feature
How-To Geek / 10h
Jellyfin for iOS version 1.7.0 is finally here, and the big news is that it finally brings long-awaited download support to the app. This means you can finally grab your media and watch it offline, working just like it does in the Jellyfin web client and the Android app.
Democrats Spooked by Trump’s Plan to Hand Over Weapons-Grade Plutonium to Private Firms
Gizmodo / 10h
The move goes against decades of the United States' nonproliferation policy, lawmakers argue.
Kindle Scribe Colorsoft Hands-On: Notetakers Are Going to Love This
Gizmodo / 10h
But maybe not the price.
Windows 11 25H2 Is Finally Here
How-To Geek / 10h
We're nearing the last quarter of the year, and as usual, we're getting a new Windows update. Windows 11 25H2 is finally here, and here's everything that's new. Spoiler alert: there's not a lot.
Amazon’s new Echo Studio looks way better — and from my first listen, it still brings the oomph
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
After several years, Amazon announced an entirely redesigned Echo Studio smart speaker, and TechRadar got the chance to check one out – read on for our first impressions.
Dyson Isn’t Doing So Great
Gizmodo / 10h
The company's annual profits were nearly slashed in half despite record sales.
Amazon Just Announced a Color Kindle Scribe, and It's Expensive
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news . At its fall hardware event today, Amazon announced a new lineup of Kindle Scribe devices, less than a year after the release of the second generation of its writeable e-reader. A
Current passport processing times: 4-6 weeks for routine service
500+The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Heads up, folks: A looming government shutdown means those who need to renew passports should get on it as soon as possible. If any potential shutdown drags on , it could eventually slow processing. The U.S. Department of State currently estimates a wait time of four to six weeks for its routine passport service, and two to three weeks for expedited service. These estimates apply to both new pass
Amazon's New Smart Speakers Are Even Smarter
How-To Geek / 10h
Amazon’s lineup of Alexa-powered smart speakers is probably among the most popular, if not the most popular, among households. And now with the age of Alexa+ getting closer, we have new smart speakers ready for Alexa+.
What Does James Mangold’s New Paramount Deal Mean for ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Swamp Thing’?
Gizmodo / 10h
The 'Logan' and 'Indiana Jones' director just signed an overall deal with the studio, which may worry genre fans.
This Is How a Venus Flytrap Knows It’s Time to Snap Shut
Gizmodo / 10h
These all-natural traps appear to run on calcium.
You Might Want to Ditch Your AI Investments Now That Jim Cramer Says No Bubble Is Coming
Futurism / 10h
We’re not in the business of making financial recommendations, but CNBC personality Jim Cramer says there’s no bubble coming for the AI sector — which, given his track record, should probably make any AI investors just a bit nervous. Now that Cramer — whose calls have historically underperformed so much that he inspired an entire phenomenon of people betting against him, called the “ Inverse Cram
Cannabis Can Help Relieve Chronic Low Back Pain, Major Trial Finds
74Gizmodo / 10h
Vertanical has already filed for approval of its cannabis-based drug, named VER-01, in Europe.
Sony's New Desktop Speakers Are Exactly What I've Been Waiting For
How-To Geek / 11h
Sony doesn't do that much in the world of AV these days, with a limited selection of (excellent) TVs and audio products mostly focused on headphones—which makes me a little sad. However, it also means that when Sony announces a new set of speakers, I sit up and listen.
Former OpenAI and DeepMind researchers raise whopping $300M seed to automate science
TechCrunch / 11h
Periodic Labs has raised from a tech industry who's who, including Andreessen Horowitz, Nvidia, Elad Gil, Jeff Dean, Eric Schmidt, and Jeff Bezos.
What People Are Getting Wrong this Week: Are MedBeds Real?
Lifehacker / 11h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . This past Saturday night, someone, presumably the President of the United States, posted a video clip to Donald Trump's TruthSocial account that seemed to show the President appearing on Fox News' My View with Lara Trump to announc
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is the most exciting Kindle in ages, and I have the sketches to prove it
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I go hands-on with Amazon's newest pen-ready ereader, the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft
Silicon Valley’s Obsession With Fertility Has Spawned ‘Sperm Races’
Gizmodo / 11h
Can y'all be normal about anything?
It looks like an M5 iPad Pro is coming very soon
Engadget / 11h
Apple may be releasing a new iPad Pro with an M5 chip in the very near future, according to an unboxing video made by a Russian YouTuber . This is the same creator that leaked the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 chip last year, so the information in the video is likely credible. To that end, the creator unboxes what appears to be a new 13-inch iPad Pro with an M5 chip and 256GB of storage in a Sp
Delta Upgrades Passenger to ‘Foot Class’—Just Because They Fly Premium Doesn’t Make Them Better Than You [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 11h
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 ...
Amazon Made a Customizable Smart Button for Routines and Automation
How-To Geek / 11h
Amazon just revealed a ton of new gadgets, and one of them is a new Smart Remote that is completely programmable with Alexa. This device, the Smart Dimmer Switch and Remote, is available for preorder for just $20 and is expected to start shipping in October.
The Hybrid SUV You Can’t Ignore for Tech and Value
How-To Geek / 11h
The gas-only Toyota RAV4 is about to vanish in the U.S., making way for an all-hybrid 2026 lineup. Toyota ’s going all-in on electrification, but they’re not totally ditching gas engines just yet.
I've been testing wearables for years, and I was still shocked by my smartwatch's ability to read my dreams
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Smartwatch contextual information is improving, to the point it can tell when I've been dreaming intensely.
Meta's Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram are amongst the worst offenders when it comes to social media privacy - here's what you need to know
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Discord takes top spot in social media privacy report, while Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, land at the bottom with TikTok.
Hot Toys Is Making a Figure of the Best ‘Terminator’ Endoskeleton
25Gizmodo / 11h
The 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' endoskeleton is coming to your shelf, and it's been through hell.
OpenAI is launching the Sora app, its own TikTok competitor, alongside the Sora 2 model
23TechCrunch / 11h
The social app Sora will let users generate videos of themselves and their friends, which they can share in a TikTok-like feed.
Amazon Echo Studio and Echo Dot Max hands-on: More bass, round shapes
Engadget / 11h
Among the horde of new devices Amazon unveiled during its New York City event on Tuesday are two new Echo speakers: a higher-end Echo Dot called the Echo Dot Max and a next-generation Echo Studio with a new ball-shaped design. Both are available to pre-order starting today, with shipping to start on October 29. The Dot Max costs $100 — well above the standard Dot (which remains available) — while
The 11-Inch M4 iPad Pro Is $500 Off for Prime Day
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Apple has been top dog in the premium tablet space for years, and the iPad Pro with an M4 chip released la
Imgur has left the UK
Engadget / 11h
Imgur has shut off its image-hosting platform for users in the UK, displaying a “content not available in your region” notice across the site and on third-party embeds. The move comes after the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) warned that it intended to levy fines against Imgur’s owner, MediaLab AI, after an investigation into the service's handling of children’s data, age verification
Crowded but fabulous: What it's like at the new Amex Centurion Lounge in Tokyo
37The Points Guy Articles / 11h
American Express just opened a nearly 7,500-square-foot Centurion Lounge at Tokyo's Haneda Airport (HND). With the opening still fresh, I had the chance to check it out firsthand on a recent trip to Tokyo. The lounge has been in the works for the past several years, but it was worth the wait. While it was pretty crowded, it wasn't enough to put me off. There is a delicious selection of food and d
American to spiff up its regional jets with fresh cabin design, new-look seats
43The Points Guy Articles / 11h
American Airlines has grabbed plenty of headlines for its spiffy new lie-flat seats on its long-haul planes. Now, the airline is planning a major cabin upgrade for its smallest aircraft. The Fort Worth-based carrier on Tuesday announced it is beginning retrofits for its fleet of regional jets — the American Eagle-branded planes that ferry customers between smaller and midsized airports into the a
American Eagle Regional Jets Get New Interiors, Power Ports, Fast Wi-Fi
32One Mile at a Time / 11h
While we’ve had reason to believe this was coming, American Airlines has just announced plans to update the cabins of its regional aircraft, operated by American Eagle. While largely cosmetic, I’m looking forward to these changes. American Eagle regional jets receiving cabin overhaul The cabins of American Eagle aircraft will be updated, to better reflect the cabins you’ll find on mainline aircra
Compsci Grads Are Cooked
Futurism / 11h
If you are majoring in computer science or computer engineering right now, good luck on finding a good job when you get your diploma — even if you graduate from a top program. That’s the sobering takeaway from Hany Farid, a deepfake expert at the University of California, Berkeley, who appeared on NOVA’s “Particles of Thought” podcast to talk the current state of AI, the tech job situation that’s
Government shutdown looms. Will online services be disrupted?
Mashable / 11h
The federal government is preparing for what appears to be an imminent shutdown after President Donald Trump and congressional leaders failed to find budgetary compromise in meetings convened on Monday (Sept. 29). The funding lapse would be the first under Trump's second term (but certainly not the first in the country's history ). Under Trump's first term, the federal government experienced its
Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios is the latest game company to announce layoffs
Engadget / 11h
Avalanche Studios is following in the footsteps of so many game developers this year. Today, the company posted a notice to its website announcing plans for a restructuring. Avalanche said it will close its studio in Liverpool, impacting all staff members in the city. The company said it will also "reduce our workforce and restructure the teams" at its studios in Malmo and Stockholm, but did not
AI Is Making YouTube Worse
How-To Geek / 12h
As a YouTuber myself, and as a heavy user of YouTube for both work and my own entertainment, I watch a lot of content on the platform. Which means I'm in a good position to pick up certain trends and changes in the videos that people produce and publish, which is why I noticed a subtle but awful trend—AI slop content.
Silent Hill f has one of the best New Game Plus experiences this year, but that’s not the only reason I can’t stop thinking about this horror masterclass
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Silent Hill f might just be my game of the year, but it’s not the scares that are the star of the show.
The outstanding Shokz OpenRun Pro return to a record-low price at Amazon
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great alternative to earbuds for exercise and running – and they're now back to a record-low price on Amazon.
The Apple Watch Series 10 Is $170 Off
Wired / 12h
The rose gold option with GPS and cellular data is down to its lowest price yet for the Apple Watch Series 10.
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: This Amazon Echo Frames and Echo Spot Bundle
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Early Prime Day deals have started, and you can find many Amazon devices with record-low prices, including
Blink’s New 2K Cameras Are Perfect for Indoors or Outdoors
How-To Geek / 12h
Blink, the Amazon-owned company known for its affordable smart home security cameras, announced a new generation to its lineup featuring 2K video, new mounting options, and more. Some of the most popular indoor and outdoor battery-powered cameras are about to get even better, making it easy to secure your home.
‘Marvel Rivals’ Is Adding Daredevil and ‘Marvel Zombies’ Skins Next Month
Gizmodo / 12h
NetEase's Marvel hero shooter gets the Devil of Hell's Kitchen and some timely tie-in skins right in time for spooky season.
OpenAI Says ChatGPT Can Already Do Some Work Tasks as Well as Humans
Gizmodo / 12h
OpenAI’s latest study argues that today’s top models already rival humans on real-world tasks, though it swears they won’t fully replace us.
Amazon Echo Show 8 and Show 11 hands-on: A cuter, more unified smart display
Engadget / 12h
It's been a couple years since the Echo 8 has gotten an update and even longer for the aging Echo Show 10. But today Amazon is fixing that with two brand-new smart displays: The fourth-gen Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11. Right away, the first thing you notice about Amazon's refreshed lineup is their designs. In front, there's a slim tablet-based HD display (either 8.7 inches or 11 inches depending
You Can Finally Send Payments Between PayPal and Venmo
How-To Geek / 12h
The long-standing annoyance of not being able to send money directly between Venmo and PayPal is finally coming to an end. The two massive digital payment apps are set to become natively compatible this November, which has been a long time coming.
I dug up the best early October Prime Day laptop deals: These 2 models are worth buying already
Mashable / 12h
The best early October Prime Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999 (save $200) Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999.99 (save $400) Black Friday is the absolute best time to buy a laptop if you want a great deal. Retailers typically reserve their year-round l
There’s a Kindle Scribe with color, but you won’t like how much it costs
Mashable / 12h
Amazon is rounding out its Colorsoft collection with a new e-reader . The Kindle Scribe , the only Kindle e-reader with writing abilities, is finally getting a color display. The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft was unveiled at Amazon's Devices & Services event on Tuesday, Sept. 30, in New York City. While we can't wait to get our hands on the device, the price is... nuts. Opens in a new window Credit: Am
Employers admit candidates faking identities with AI are outsmarting them, with fraudulent hires costing companies thousands
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Report claims AI is fueling job applicant fraud, and leaving employers struggling to keep up with the deception.
No Longer Need Old PC Parts? Here Are Some Interesting Ways to Reuse Them
How-To Geek / 12h
Everyone has to upgrade their PC eventually, and that means having obsolete parts you don't need. You could throw them away or recycle them. You could try to sell them to someone. But you could also repurpose them for some nifty projects at home to give them a new lease on life.
OpenAI's Sora app is real but you'll need an invite to try it
Engadget / 12h
Well, that was fast. One day after Wired reported that OpenAI was preparing to release a new AI social video app, the company has revealed it to the wider world. It's called the Sora app, and it's powered by OpenAI's new Sora 2 video model , allowing it to generate AI-made clips of nearly anything. As expected, the app's signature "cameo" feature allows people to add your likeness to videos they
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card review: Worth keeping year after year
33The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card overview Even if you aren't a Marriott loyalist, the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card (see rates and fees ) is worth considering. It comes with an annual free night award and elite night credits, but carries a lower annual fee than most other cards in the Marriott card lineup. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Card rating is based on the opinion of TPG's editors and
Fubo shareholders approve Hulu Live TV deal
TechCrunch / 12h
Initially announced in January, the deal brings the companies closer to finalizing an agreement that is anticipated to disrupt the streaming industry by making Hulu a far bigger threat to its larger rival, YouTube.
How a Looming Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Transportation and Cybersecurity
Gizmodo / 12h
Federal workers across agencies are facing massive layoffs as Democrats and Republicans are in a stand off over funds.
Online Travel Advice Is Becoming So Unbelievably Bad: Does Anyone Care?
30One Mile at a Time / 12h
Am I the only one who yearns for the days when the most deceiving online airline advice was to dress up so that you can score a free upgrade ? I can’t with all of these dishonest, garbage travel tips As you’d expect, those magical internet algorithms serve me a lot of airline content on platforms like Instagram. Look, I don’t want to be a jerk, but it just blows my mind with what frequency we see
Survival climbing game Cairn has been delayed until 2026
Engadget / 12h
The survival climbing game Cairn has been delayed until the first quarter of 2026. Development studio The Game Bakers had previously announced a release date for November 5 of this year . The delay is so the team can spend more time on "optimization, debug and polish." Creative director Emeric Thoa said that "after 5 years of work, it makes no sense to rush it" as "we want to be proud of the game
Limited-Time: Best-Ever 75,000 Mile Bonus: Citi’s American Airlines Business Card Is Back With No First-Year Fee
View from the Wing / 12h
Citi has brought back its best-ever offer on the American Airlines small business card: 75,000 bonus miles and no first-year fee. It's a limited-time offer with unclear end date. Continue reading ...
How to Install or Remove Optional Features in Windows 11
How-To Geek / 12h
Windows 11 offers a wide variety of features, and many of them—like the Windows Subsystem for Linux and language packs—aren't installed by default. You can also remove features that are installed by default. Here's how to do it, graphically or from the command line.
Amazon's Linux-based 'Vega OS' Finally Arrives on the Fire TV 4K Select
How-To Geek / 12h
Amazon has been working on a new software platform for its Fire TVs and streaming sticks, designed to replace the current Android-based software. Today, the company revealed the Fire TV Stick 4K Select, and it’s the first device with the new ‘Vega’ software.
Get the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE for its Prime Day price at Amazon
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $70: As of Sept. 30, get the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE for $429.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $479.99. That's a discount of 14% and the lowest price we've seen . Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE $429.99 at Amazon $499.99 Save $70 If you're looking to buy a new tablet but aren't interested in the iOS ecosystem, Samsung has a line of great options to
Get your best look yet at Jacob Elordi as the Creature in Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein
Mashable / 12h
Throughout the promotion for Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein , Netflix has kept Jacob Elordi's appearance as the Creature a mystery. The clearest look we've had yet is one promotional still, which shows the Creature standing in snowy darkness, wrapped almost completely in furs. Only the top half of his face is visible, revealing deathly pale skin crisscrossed by scars. SEE ALSO: 'Frankenstein'
Scientists Intrigued by Weird Structures on Surface of Venus
Futurism / 12h
The surface of Venus is scoured with strange, quasi-circular features called coronae. Unlike anything seen on Earth today, they can stretch hundreds of miles in diameter, even going past the thousand mark. Or they can be as little as a few dozen miles across.
