Neanderthal brains measure up to ours—literally
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
If you look at a Neanderthal skull and a Homo sapiens skull, they're visibly different: Neanderthal skulls are lower and longer, whereas ours tend to be rounder. However, those differences probably don’t say much about the brains within them, according to a recent study, which compared MRI scans of modern people’s brains with casts of the inside of Neanderthal skulls. The results suggest that the
The ASUS TUF Gaming F16 gaming laptop is down to a record-low price at Amazon — now $400 off
Mashable / now
TL;DR: Amazon has the ASUS TUF Gaming F16 gaming laptop on sale for $899.99 , down from its $1,299.99 list price. That saves you $400 on a 2025 gaming laptop with an Intel Core i5-13450HX processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics, 16GB of DDR5 memory, and a 165Hz FHD+ display. Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2025) Gaming Laptop $899.99 at Amazon $1,299.99 Save $400 Findi
Start with the sensors, then design the rest: How Zoox built its robotaxi
Ars Technica - All content / 3min
These days, the hype is all about AI and robots, but almost a decade ago, the tech du jour was self-driving. You couldn't swing a lanyard at CES for the latter half of the last decade without hitting a robotaxi; post-COVID, the number of startups has shrunk, but the technology has definitely matured. Go to the right cities—San Francisco and Austin, Texas, spring to mind—and you might see dozens o
'AI adoption is entering a new phase': AMD report finds AI PCs are becoming an increasingly common sight in the workplace - so what can they do for you?
Latest from TechRadar / 7min
As we move to a hybrid of local and cloud processing, early adopters say AI PCs are delivering tangible results already.
The Download: Musk and Altman’s legal showdown, and AI’s profit problem
MIT Technology Review / 11min
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. Elon Musk and Sam Altman are going to court over OpenAI’s future Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman head to trial this week in a case with sweeping consequences. Ahead of OpenAI’s IPO, the court could rule on whether the company can exist as a for-profit ente
From our stacks: Illustration “A Rising Family. Painted by A. F. Tait. Lith by Currier & Ives NY”…
Music, Arts & Literature / 15min
From our stacks: Illustration “A Rising Family. Painted by A. F. Tait. Lith by Currier & Ives NY” from The World of Currier and Ives by Roy King & Burke Davis. New York: Bonanza Books, 1968?
You are actively throttling your expensive router by following this outdated Wi-Fi "optimization" advice
How-To Geek / 15min
Every time you search for ways to fix your Wi-Fi, some tech blog or forum post pops up insisting you must flip a dozen switches in your router's admin panel. Some of that advice is solid. A lot of it is outdated, overblown, or just plain wrong for a typical home network.
Southwest Airlines Unveils Patriotic Boeing 737, “Independence One”
One Mile at a Time / 25min
Southwest Airlines has just revealed a new special livery , which will surely turn heads at airports… Southwest’s red, white, and blue Boeing 737, with “1776” tail number Southwest Airlines is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, with the introduction of Independence One, a brand new Boeing 737 MAX 8 in a special livery. Southwest points out how it carries more travel
These 5 sporty cars keep smiles high and fuel bills low
How-To Geek / 29min
Fun-to-drive cars are often assumed to come with a penalty at the pump, but performance and efficiency no longer have to be opposites. In 2026, several sporty models prove you can enjoy sharp handling, strong acceleration, and genuine driver engagement without watching your fuel budget disappear every week.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max has dipped below $40 at Amazon — act fast to save $20
Mashable / 31min
SAVE $20: As of April 28, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is discounted to $39.99 at Amazon. This is $20 off its list price of $59.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $39.99 at Amazon $59.99 Save $20 Those who love to stream have plenty to watch right now, whether it's season five of The Boys or the third season of Euphoria . If you're itching to catch up, it's worth inv
Jon Stewart reacts to the chaos at the White House Correspondents Dinner
Mashable / 31min
The White House Correspondents' Dinner was abruptly canceled this weekend after an armed man tried to breach security , leading to chaotic scenes as various members of the Trump administration were evacuated. "This is why we can't have nice things," says Jon Stewart in the Daily Show clip above. "And to be perfectly frank, it's not even a nice thing. Nobody wanted this f***ing dinner in the first
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on April 28
Mashable / 31min
We're approaching the first of two Full Moons in May, so that means the Moon is looking particularly bright in the sky right now. For keen moon gazers, this means there is plenty of exciting features keep an eye out for. But what exactly can you see? Keep reading to find out. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Tuesday, April 28, the Moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. Tonight, 89% of the moon will be li
May Full Moon 2026: See the Flower Moon
Mashable / 31min
May is an extra special month for astronomy fans, because there isn't just one Full Moon, there's two. The first is the Flower Moon, named for the time of year when little signs of Spring start to appear. At the end of the month, we’ll see a Blue Moon . This doesn't have anything to do with its color, but simply the name given to a second Full Moon within the same calendar month. Keep reading to
DJI Mic Mini 2 review: The tiny wireless mic is colorful and much cheaper
Engadget / 32min
Not long ago, high-quality wireless mic systems cost over $500 and required a bulky transmitter and lav mic wire tucked under the subject’s shirt. DJI’s Mic Mini showed how unnecessary all of that was, combining mic and transmitter into a 0.35-ounce device that delivered high quality sound for under $100. Now, DJI has released the Mic Mini 2 (around $100) as a mild update to the original at a muc
‘You feel radicalized’: A Meta AI exec watched agents beat her top workers. Now she’s built a nonprofit to help Gen Z find jobs before they disappear
Latest from TechRadar / 36min
Entry level jobs are being done by AI, and that has left Gen Z up a river without a paddle
Would you buy a ChatGPT-powered iPhone rival? OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone chip, which teases the possibility of a full-blown OpenAI mobile
Latest from TechRadar / 36min
OpenAI is reportedly working on a smartphone chipset — one that would put AI at its heart and reduce our reliance on apps.
I tested the DJI Mic Mini 2 and the thing that excited me the most is the new low pricing — there’s no better value small wireless mic
Latest from TechRadar / 36min
The differences between this second-gen edition of DJI's Mic Mini and the original are mostly cosmetic, but at this price it seems unfair to quibble.
Southwest Airlines Asked To Buy Spirit During ‘America 250’ Jet Reveal
View from the Wing / 37min
Southwest Airlines came to Washington to unveil a patriotic “America 250” jet with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. But behind the celebration was the administration’s more urgent airline problem: Spirit needs a rescuer, and Southwest was apparently asked whether it would be the buyer.
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Originally Had a Much Bleaker Ending
Gizmodo / 39min
Star Jack Reynor shared his reasons for preferring the creature feature's reshaped finale.
Otter’s new feature lets users search across their enterprise tools
TechCrunch / 39min
Otter is also releasing a new Windows app that can capture meeting notes without joining one
Your Roku can do more than streaming, here are the hidden features most people miss
How-To Geek / 44min
I've had Roku devices in my house for years, going all the way back to when it was just a little box sitting next to the TV. At this point, I've got several Roku TVs and a few sticks spread across different rooms, and for the most part, I've always used them the same way. Open an app, pick something to watch, and move on. It works, so I never really thought much about what else was there.
'Please be fake' — PlayStation fans panic as Sony seemingly introduces ridiculous new '30-day license check' on digital games
Latest from TechRadar / 58min
Sony is under fire yet again in 2026, but it's not due to increasing PlayStation hardware prices, but rather a new rumored DRM measure.
‘The future has arrived’: China’s power grid will soon be run by an army of humanoid robots and robot dogs as state announces $1 billion investment in 8,500 robo-helpers
Latest from TechRadar / 58min
The Chinese government spent $1 billion on AI-driven robots as a new report says the US’s power grid is struggling.
Taylor Swift wants to trademark her voice and image. What will it mean for AI?
Mashable / 59min
Taylor Swift has reportedly filed to trademark her voice and image, in a move that could give her legal standing against AI deepfakes . According to Reuters , the pop superstar submitted applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Friday, for two audio files — "Hey, it’s Taylor Swift," and "Hey, it’s Taylor" — and an image of Swift onstage. The trademark owner is reportedly listed a
Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Packs are live on Amazon — but they come at a premium
Mashable / 59min
TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack up for preorder at $17.45 with free delivery , although TCGplayer has the same sleeved booster starting at $10.92 shipped. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack $17.45 at Amazon Amazon has finally joined the Chaos Rising preorder rush with sin
InkPoster Tela 28.5 Review: A Luxe Home Digital Frame
Wired / 1h
It’s the world’s best E Ink picture frame, but you’ll need Monet money to make the most of it.
Taylor Swift is taking legal action against the rising threat of AI misuse — here’s why the singer has filed trademark applications to protect her identity
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications to protect her sound and image, and I think other global artists will follow.
[LAST DAY] Hyatt Business Card Record 80,000 Points — The Fastest Way To Spend Toward Status
View from the Wing / 1h
The World of Hyatt Business Credit Card biggest-ever welcome bonus is being pulled: 80,000 points after $10,000 in spending in the first three months, up from the previous 60,000-point offer. The bigger reason to care is that Hyatt makes this its fastest card for spending your way toward elite status.
I finally automated Excel timestamps, and it fixed my biggest data trust problem
How-To Geek / 1h
Nothing kills a finely tuned Excel workbook faster than someone wondering whether the data is up to date. Instead of manually typing dates, you can make Power Query do the heavy lifting.
‘This will not end well’: Apple App Store gets new ‘more affordable’ monthly subscriptions, but not all iPhone owners are convinced
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
App Store users can now take out annual app subscriptions and pay for them on a monthly basis.
Fiji Airways Drops Nadi To Dallas Flights, Blames Changing Demand Patterns
One Mile at a Time / 1h
Fiji Airways is dropping its newest and longest route to the United States, under two years after launching the service. Fiji Airways ends DFW flights as of September 2026 In December 2024, we saw Fiji Airways launch nonstop flights between Nadi (NAN) and Dallas (DFW). The 6,625-mile flight has been the longest sector in the carrier’s network, and it was clearly motivated by Fiji Airways joining
'When you look at horror franchises or movies or games, the sci-fi space is huge' — Directive 8020 executive producer says the simple reason for the game's space setting was because it's 'just fun'
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
According to Directive 8020 executive producer, Dan McDonald, Supermassive always knew that it would make a Dark Pictures game set in space.
WIRED’s Smart Home Ecosystem Guide (2026)
Wired / 1h
If you’re waffling between Alexa, Siri, and Google, the answer may already be in your home.
OpenAI and Microsoft make a huge change to their exclusive partnership - does this open the door for AWS to swoop in?
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
OpenAI says it wants to serve all customers regardless of cloud provider, but Microsoft remains a "primary" provider.
Hulu is quietly developing a brutal TV show pilot that could rival Yellowstone — and it's even 'copied' a famous Taylor Sheridan casting tradition
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Hulu has ordered a pilot of graphic novel Southern Bastards — and if it sticks, the TV show could rival Yellowstone in more ways than one.
Score T-Mobiles 5G home internet for free with up to $200 cash back — how to claim now
Mashable / 1h
ONE MONTH FREE + CASH BACK: As of April 28, T-Mobile is offering a month of its 5G home internet for free plus up to $200 cash back when you sign up. Opens in a new window Credit: T-Mobile 5G Home Internet for Free + $200 Cash Back If you've been searching for a new internet provider, it's well worth checking out T-Mobile right now. As of April 28, T-Mobile is offering a stellar deal on its 5G ho
Geopolitical tensions create new risks for satellite operators globally
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
India banned a satellite operator because of who owns it - could the Iran war encourage others to follow suit worldwide?
New screen tint feature discovered in Windows 11 is designed to help with eye strain and even combating migraines
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Windows 11 is getting a screen tint feature to help guard against eye strain, and migraines, and it could even help with photophobia.
Passengers Said Delta First Officer Appeared Intoxicated — Police Removed Her And The Flight Sat 10 Hours
View from the Wing / 1h
Delta passengers say they flagged a first officer who appeared intoxicated before their Charlottesville–Atlanta flight, and law enforcement ultimately removed her from the aircraft. Delta called it a “safety issue,” but the flight did not leave for nearly 10 hours — finally departing after midnight with a new crew.
A Comic Crossover Sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Django Unchained’ Is Becoming a Movie
Gizmodo / 1h
It's called 'Django/Zorro,' and yes, we're talking about that Zorro.
3D printing's real reward isn't the finished print, it's creating something nobody else has
How-To Geek / 1h
Getting into 3D printing is a lot easier than it used to be, you can now literally print stuff directly from an app on your phone. That’s great for the early stages, but you’re missing out if you don’t design your own models. In fact, it’s my favorite part.
The 4 Best Laptop Power Banks We've Tested (2026)
Wired / 1h
If you’re looking for the perfect laptop power bank, I’ve tested ‘em all, and these are the best.
The blueprint architecture for securing the AI data center
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
AI data center security cannot be an afterthought.
Wells Fargo Just Added Cathay Pacific Transfers — While Amex Made Asia Miles Worse
View from the Wing / 1h
Wells Fargo just added Cathay Pacific Asia Miles as a 1:1 transfer partner, only two weeks after adding its last new partner. The timing is useful: Amex is making Cathay transfers less valuable, while Wells Fargo’s $95 Autograph Journey card is quietly becoming a more serious travel card.
Stephen King jumps to Jimmy Kimmels defence after Melania Trump calls for him to be fired
Mashable / 1h
Jimmy Kimmel is under attack from the right again following the mock "alternative" White House Correspondents' Dinner he threw last week , during which he roasted Donald Trump and the administration. In the aftermath of the weekend's real event being abruptly ended due to an armed man attempting to breach security , First Lady Melania Trump took to X going after the host, describing his words as
Magic: The Gathering Arena developers intend to form a union with the CWA
Engadget / 1h
Magic: The Gathering Arena developers at Hasbro subsidiary Wizards of the Coast are set to join the Communications Workers of America (CWA), the union announced . The CWA says it has secured a "supermajority" among workers in favor of unionization for the chapter, called United Wizards of the Coast (UWOTC-CWA). The CWA has filed for a formal election with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
Meet Dreame’s Fantastic Four: The Brand-New L60 Series of Robot Floor Cleaners
Gizmodo / 1h
Four new intelligent, autonomous, and powerful robots here, and you can save hundreds of dollars with these launch deals.
Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says
BBC News / 1h
The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
Samsung's Galaxy phones could be getting a big camera redesign to facilitate MagSafe-style charging — here are 4 ways they could look different
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Samsung might change the placement and design of the rear cameras on future phones, both to freshen things up and to allow for built-in magnets.
I compared ChatGPT Images 2.0 and Google’s Nano Banana 2 using real-world prompts — from portraits to product shots — and the AI image generator that came out on top genuinely surprised me
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
ChatGPT Images 2.0 and Nano Banana 2 both impressed, but ChatGPT stood out for creating edits that feel more like real photos rather than polished enhancements.
Emirates Rolls Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi: 777 & A380 Installation Now Underway
One Mile at a Time / 2h
In November 2025, Emirates announced plans to roll out Starlink Wi-Fi , which is incredibly exciting, given the lackluster state of the carrier’s Wi-Fi otherwise. While the airline started by installing Starlink on 777s, there’s a positive update , as A380s are now also starting to get the service. Emirates adding free Starlink Wi-Fi fleetwide by mid-2027 Emirates is partnering with SpaceX to int
Stop Trying to Unmask Satoshi Nakamoto
Wired / 2h
On this week’s Big Interview podcast, actor-director Ben McKenzie talks about the rise of crypto, why he finds it dangerous, and why it benefits from having a mysterious creator.
The 4 best vacuum cleaners for seasonal allergies, recommended by a home tech expert — beat hayfever with powerful suction, HEPA filters, and sealed dust bags
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Don't get caught out by rising pollen counts — these top-rated vacuums use powerful suction, HEPA filters, and sealed dust bags to keep allergens at bay.
Quantum can wait: Why CISOs should focus on today’s preventable cyber risks
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
The criminals of today are still exploiting basic security failures.
Tired of hunting through logs? Here's how I automated the entire process
How-To Geek / 2h
If you've ever debugged a web application, you've probably done this more than you'd like to admit. An error pops up. You scroll through your logs. You find what looks important. You copy a chunk of it. Then you paste it somewhere. Maybe into a chat with a teammate, maybe into a document, or increasingly, into an AI tool to help you make sense of it.
How to watch A Taste for Murder online for FREE – stream sun-soaked crime drama from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
When a grieving British detective heads to Italy for a sabbatical, police work isn't the plan, but where Joe Mottram goes, murder follows. Here's how to watch A Taste for Murder online from anywhere.
New iOS 26.4 emojis ranked by popularity — from Distorted Face to Hairy Creature
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
We asked you for your favorite of the eight new iOS 26.4 emojis, and there's a runaway winner.
'AI adoption is no longer the challenge. Execution is': New report finds more and more businesses are struggling to deal with 'uncontrolled' AI
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Workers are the ones driving AI adoption, companies are struggling to keep up on the governance front.
Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Display Box preorders are finally live on Amazon — but theres a catch
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Display Box available to pre-order for $344.44 , although that's far from the cheapest listing. Walmart has the same 36-pack box for $238.99 , while TCGplayer’s lowest unopened presale listing is $245.87 shipped . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Box $344.44 at Am
Musk v Altman: Why the tech billionaires and former friends are now facing off in court
BBC News / 2h
The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
The Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a Cyberdeck
Wired / 2h
On TikTok, young women are going viral for crafting whimsical homemade computers inside purses.
Jimmy Kimmel reacts to Melania Trump calling for him to be fired
Mashable / 2h
"Sometimes you wake up in the morning and the First Lady puts out a statement demanding you be fired from your job. We've all been there, right?" That's how Jimmy Kimmel started his monologue on Monday, the same day Melania Trump posted from the official FLOTUS account , calling the host's words "corrosive" and writing: "It's time for ABC to take a stand." The call to be fired came after Kimmel l
The Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save almost $100
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $87.94 : As of April 28, the Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV is on sale for $499.99 at Amazon. That's a 15% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV $499.99 at Amazon $587.93 Save $87.94 The Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV just dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon, so if you've been shopping around for an upgrade, this is the time to buy. As of April 28, t
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are $50 off at Amazon — buy now for under $300
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $50: As of April 28, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are on sale for $299 at Amazon. That's an 11% discount on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra $399 at Amazon $449 Save $50 If you're looking for a great pair of headphones at a good price, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are back on sale at Amazon. The latest deal saves you $50 on the list p
The hidden cost of over-automating your sales outreach
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Over-automation is hurting your sales—here’s why human-led outreach still wins.
'A new era begins': INEOS Cycling signs up Netcompany for major AI push, new title sponsor
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Netcompany's PULSE looks to give INEOS an AI boost in five-year partnership.
Directive 8020 executive producer says the Turning Points system was added for players who 'want to keep everyone alive' but also for 'a big percentage of our hardcore fans' that will replay the game to get all endings
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Supermassive Games is aware that fans feel "disheartened" when they're unable to keep every character alive in its Dark Pictures games, which is one reason Directive 8020 has a rewind feature.
OpenAI’s Latest Release Looks Like the Project Management Software You Probably Already Have to Use
Gizmodo / 2h
Ever used kanban-based management software? You'll probably recognize OpenAI's new open-source spec.
Union accuses Apple of unlawful discrimination against represented workers
Engadget / 2h
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union has accused Apple of unlawfully discriminating against the unionized employees of the company’s Towson, Maryland retail store. IAM has filed an unfair labor practice charge against Apple with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) after the company announced on April 9 that it was shutting down three of its US stores
Acer Swift 16 AI (2026) Review: Where Do Your Hands Go?
Wired / 3h
Sporting the largest touchpad I’ve ever seen, this ambitious laptop is better in theory than in practice.
Claude-Powered Agent Apparently Deletes Company Database, Debases Itself Further in Confession
Gizmodo / 3h
AI agents are powered by the same obsequious LLMs as consumer chatbots.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
BBC News / 3h
The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.
The Shark Navigator robot vacuum is on sale for under $200 at Amazon — act fast to save $110
Mashable / 3h
SAVE OVER $100: As of April 28, the Shark Navigator robot vacuum has been discounted to $189.99 at Amazon. This is $110 off its list price of $299.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Navigator Robot Vacuum $189.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $110 Now that spring is here, it means more time outside . That also means more chance for dirt to be tracked in your house. If you want a little extra
Verizon is offering up the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free — how to claim this offer
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: You can get the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free when you open a new line on Verizon's Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate plan. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Verizon: Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free If you’re thinking about upgrading your smartphone , there are a few ways to bring the price down (if you know where to look). Mobile carriers often run promotions in which they heavily disc
New space images reveal an enormous halo around this famed galaxy
Mashable / 3h
The famous Sombrero Galaxy now appears as more than a wide-brimmed hat floating in deep outer space . New images from the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile reveal a gigantic halo surrounding the galaxy, stretching three times its width. Already considered one of the largest objects in the Virgo Galaxy Cluster, the galaxy's expansive glow is roughly 150,000 light-years wide. The pic
Seeing everyone play Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is giving me serious FOMO
Mashable / 3h
I've never been a Nintendo person. And yet, I've never been this completely captured by one of its games until the company's latest release, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream . My rapturous attention to it is equal parts FOMO and genuine amazement at the unhinged ways people are playing this game. It's taken over my timeline and is slowly dismantling my will to resist buying a Switch. For context,
New phishing scam targets your FOMO with fake party invitations
Mashable / 3h
Phishing scams have always tried to trick you into clicking malicious links, often relying on scare tactics — fake bank alerts, IRS threats , parking tickets , the works. The new playbook is a little more devious: They're targeting your FOMO instead. According to a report from the New York Times , a new wave of phishing scams is now disguising itself as party invitations, spoofing the look of pop
Get more out of the Mac you already own with this $25 tool
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR : Make your Mac even more productive with this lifetime license to MacMagic , $25.50 (reg. $99.99) with code SAVE15 through May 10. Opens in a new window Credit: Koingo MacMagic: Lifetime Upgrades License $25.50 $99.99 Save $74.49 It’s time to stop underusing your Mac. You paid top dollar for a premium device, so you should make sure you’re getting everything out of it. MacMagic lets you di
Self-growth can be sustainable thanks to this microlearning app, now $48 for life
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR : Self-improvement is simple with this lifetime subscription to Headway Premium , on sale now for just $47.97 (reg. $299.95), the best price online, through May 10. Opens in a new window Credit: Headway Headway Premium: Lifetime Subscription $47.97 $299.95 Save $251.98 It’s never too late to work on your New Year’s resolutions. If you were hoping to work more on yourself this year, let this
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for April 28, 2026
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
AT&T is handing over the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for free — how to score this free deal
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: AT&T is giving away the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for free when you trade in an eligible device and sign up for a qualifying unlimited plan. Opens in a new window Credit: Google AT&T: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for free When looking to upgrade your smartphone , there are so many different ways to save money. Whether it's retail events slashing the total cost of a new handset or mobile carriers li
Internet Restrictions Spur Russians to Openly Question Putin’s Moves
NYT > Technology / 3h
From beauty influencers to the token political opposition, Russians are openly questioning President Vladimir V. Putin’s moves to hamstring access.
What Elon Musk’s Clash With Sam Altman of OpenAI Is Really About
NYT > Technology / 3h
Mr. Musk’s lawsuit against Mr. Altman and OpenAI makes the case that all-encompassing greed is Silicon Valley’s defining feature.
I was expecting combat in Aphelion, but I’m actually glad it’s not there
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Aphelion is an uplifting love story couched in a gripping sci-fi adventure.
Why some of the world’s biggest enterprises are pivoting to Sovereign AI
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Why enterprises are abandoning GPU-first AI for sovereign, data-controlled infrastructure and security.
The Biggest, Fanciest Astrolabe On God’s Green Earth Is Up For Sale
Gizmodo / 3h
The ancients really were super clever, y'know.
The Bloomberg Terminal Is Getting an AI Makeover, Like It or Not
Wired / 4h
WIRED spoke with Bloomberg's chief technology officer about the big, chatbot-style changes coming to the iconic platform for traders.
Adidas’ Lightest Shoes Ever Were Behind the First Sub-2-Hour Marathon
Wired / 4h
Weighing 97 grams with a stiff carbon-fiber plate in the sole, Adidas’ new shoes helped Sabastian Sawe beat the two-hour mark in the London Marathon, a time barrier once considered insurmountable.
How to watch Champions League Semi-Finals: Free Streams & TV Channels
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
All the ways to watch 2025/26 Champions League semi-final live streams online and from anywhere, with PSG vs Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal.
YouTube is testing an AI search mode that 'feels more like a conversation'
Engadget / 4h
Google is determined to impose AI search onto as many of its products as possible, and the latest, er, victim is YouTube. A new feature called "Ask YouTube" will let you pose complex questions and receive "comprehensive results that include video and text, then ask follow ups to dive deeper," Google explained on its YouTube Labs page . The experimental feature is available starting today until Ju
Apples foldable phone now has a name, report claims
Mashable / 4h
Apple 's first foldable phone, due later this year, might not be called iPhone Fold, despite most reports calling it so. Instead, it will be called iPhone Ultra, and it will join Apple's "Ultra" lineup of devices which includes the (existing) Apple Watch Ultra, as well as the upcoming MacBook Ultra. This is according to Macworld , whose report cites a source familiar with Apple's plans. The Ultra
NYT Pips hints, answers for April 28, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you co
How to watch RTBF from anywhere – stream F1 and cycling outside Belgium for *FREE*
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Here's how to watch RTBF from outside Belgium, and learn how to access F1 and cycling streams from anywhere abroad with a VPN.
The G512 X is Logitech’s most advanced and customizable gaming keyboard yet
Engadget / 5h
Thanks to the adoption of features like rapid triggers, analog switches and TMR sensors, the tech in fancy gaming keyboards has changed surprisingly quickly in the past few years. So to keep up with the pace of development, Logitech is putting a bunch of advanced components in its latest flagship offering — the G512 X — to create what may be its most configurable keyboard to date. Available in bo
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 28, 2026
Mashable / 5h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will require some knowledge of popular U.S. sports and pop culture. 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
The antidote to Zombie Projects that drain productivity is AI oversight
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How Zombie Projects are draining productivity and how AI can help.
How to watch Tour de Romandie 2026: Free Streams and TV Channels for the UCI WorldTour Race
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All the ways to watch 2026 Tour de Romandie live streams online and from anywhere, as Tadej Pogačar aims to win and fill a gap in his bulging palmarès.
Drizzle on top: a new high-end dog food brand is coming for the 1%
TechCrunch / 7h
Golden Child is launching with two "five-star" products: a fresh frozen meal system and, more intriguingly, a "drizzle." It has also raised $37 million in funding.
Hurdle hints and answers for April 28, 2026
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
Stuff Your Kindle Day is back — download free romance book in this 1-day event
Mashable / 8h
FREE BOOKS: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on April 28. The Romance Book Blast , hosted by Romance Booklovers, is offering romance books from a number of sub-genres. Stuff Your Kindle Day is back once again, and this time it's all about romance. The Romance Book Blast , hosted by Romance Booklovers, is offering up free romance books from a number of sub-genres. And everything that y
India’s Snabbit closes $56M round as investor interest in on-demand home services heats up
TechCrunch / 9h
Snabbit now processes over 40,000 daily jobs and has cut costs sharply as it expands across cities and services.
Alaska Airlines Unveils First-Ever Safety Video: Does It Hint At New Destination?
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Alaska Airlines has just debuted its first safety video in its 94 year history, and there are some noteworthy things about it (thanks to Lester for flagging this)… Alaska’s new Boeing 787 safety video now screening In recent times, we’ve seen Alaska Airlines commence long haul flights out of Seattle (SEA), which is made possible by Alaska Air Group’s acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. Specifically
Verity trailer adapts Colleen Hoovers psychological thriller
Mashable / 10h
The teaser trailer for psychological thriller Verity has arrived, offering the first peek at the adaptation of Colleen Hoover's popular 2018 novel. Verity follows writer Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson) after she's hired as a ghostwriter for famous author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway). Arriving at the Crawford estate, Lowen discovers apparent notes for Verity's autobiography, which include distu
TESLA Unsupervised FSD Will Change Everything in 2026 before Robotaxi Scales in 2027
Next Big Future / 10h
TESLA Unsupervised FSD Will Change Everything in 2026. TESLA Robotaxis do not crash — they only hesitate and unsupervised FSD will roll out to owners in ~7 months. The driving experience will be transformed. The full global million-scale robo-taxi is tied to v15, but unsupervised for personal cars + early robotaxi fleet will have meaningful ... Read more
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 28, 2026
Mashable / 10h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you do all the washing. Connections is one of the most popular New York Times word games that has 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
NYT Strands hints, answers for April 28, 2026
Mashable / 10h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're very observant. 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 part of an answer.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 28, 2026
Mashable / 10h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a birdwatcher. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections
Weird Things Happen When You Give AI Agents Money and Let Them Spend It
Futurism / 10h
Late last year, Anthropic had its AI model, Claude, run a large vending kiosk in the Wall Street Journal ‘s offices. It didn’t take long for the experiment to go off the rails. After being given a starting balance of $1,000, the AI ordered a PlayStation 5, several bottles of wine, and a live betta fish — questionable purchases that inexorably drove it into financial ruin. Now, the company has upp
Florida Murder Suspect Reportedly Asked ChatGPT What Happens If You Put Someone in a Dumpster
Gizmodo / 11h
Florida's attorney general has an ongoing criminal probe into ChatGPT.
Put it in pencil: NASA's Artemis III mission will launch no earlier than late 2027
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told lawmakers on Monday that SpaceX and Blue Origin, the agency's two lunar lander contractors, say they could have their spacecraft ready for the next Artemis mission in Earth orbit in late 2027, somewhat later than NASA's previous schedule. This mission, Artemis III, will not fly to the Moon . Instead, NASA will launch an Orion capsule with a team of astronaut
What is the release date for Hacks season 5 episodes 4 and 5 on HBO Max?
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HBO is giving us double Debbie helpings for the new two weeks. But when do Hacks season 5 episodes 4 and 5 drop on HBO Max?
Some Musk v. Altman Jurors Don't Like Elon Musk
Wired / 12h
Musk’s lawsuit challenges OpenAI’s evolution under Sam Altman. But during jury selection, several potential jurors voiced negative views of Musk himself.
'10,000 times faster than a human scientist' — New AI tool designed ultra-efficient heat-to-electricity generators at lightning speed, a breakthrough that could slash the cost of energy harvesters and help enable cheaper, high-performance home heat pumps
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
New AI-designed thermoelectric generators reach 9.3% efficiency and could make waste heat easier to harvest.
3 iconic HBO Max series worth rewatching this week (April 27 -May 3)
How-To Geek / 12h
Ask anyone to name the greatest TV series of all time, and HBO/ HBO Max titles will crush the top of that list faster than you can say, "You know nothing, Jon Snow." With prestige shows spanning The Sopranos to The White Lotus , the bar HBO has set is still what the
