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Quote of the day by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: 'We have to do something useful with AI, or we'll quickly lose social permission'
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
As the AI buildout continues and models improve from generation to generation, fears persist over how useful this technology will actually be in practice and whether AI will reach a ceiling before it makes a meaningful impact. Although roles and responsibilities, and jobs, are being replaced in the name of AI, does that mean it's changing things for the better? Energy scarcity Microsoft CEO Satya
Hurdle hints and answers for October 26, 2026
Mashable / 1h
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
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on October 26, 2026
Mashable / 1h
The Full Moon reaches its peak on October 26 just after midnight in ET, meaning some parts of the US will see it become full just after midnight, while others will experience the peak on the evening of October 25. If you want to spot some lunar features on the Moon's surface, here's what you might be able to see. What is today's Moon phase? As of Monday, Oct. 26, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker t
I tried Sonos’ clever new surround setup trick — and it delivers the home theater flexibility I’ve always wanted
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
I've long been a fan of Sonos and its approach to home audio. My apartment is already filled with the company's speakers, including two home theater systems for movies and TV, and a couple of stereo pairs for music. And while the ability to group speakers and play whatever I want, wherever I want, is already a major part of the appeal, I've always felt there was room to take things a step further
Eric Bauza, ‘Looney Tunes’ Actor, Has Died at Age 46
Gizmodo / 2h
It wasn't just 'Coyote vs. Acme' or 'Looney Tunes'—from 'Ninja Turtles' to 'Mario' and DC, Eric Bauza was voice acting everywhere.
Alternative Ukraine Anti-Drone Interceptor Guidance
Next Big Future / 2h
Ukraine already has and is expanding alternatives for high-speed interceptor drones that reduce or eliminate dependence on Starlink/Starshield. Russia has launched thousands of Iranian-designed Shahed drones at Ukraine, resulting in hundreds, if not thousands, of deaths and heavy infrastructure damage. Increasingly, they’ve been countered by Ukraine. The main options in use or under development ar
Ukraine GPS Hack Boards And Other Speculation on Ukraine Starlink
Next Big Future / 2h
Ukraine uses both commercial/consumer Starlink terminals and the military-oriented Starshield service. The distinction matters. High-speed military use is typically associated with authorized Starshield configurations rather than unmodified commercial plans. Musk publicly stated that Starshield (the military version) is owned and controlled by the US government, and that speed/usage limits are dec
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Oct. 26, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers. Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle , and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need. While we are focused more on meanin
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 26, 2026
Mashable / 4h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like dogs. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 26, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you like to host. 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. T
Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 26, 2026
Mashable / 4h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a bit of a nerd. 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 Connectio
Fitbit Air vs. Whoop: Which screenless fitness tracker is better for you?
Engadget / 4h
How locked in do you want to be?
Apple fan wants to convince 'Cheesegreater' Mac Pro owners to spend $500 on a 'conversion kit' to 'replace the proprietary platform with standard upgradable PC hardware'
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The kit adapts Apple's 2019 Mac Pro case for standard PC parts Buyers must source the motherboard, processor, graphics card, memory, and power supply The original fans and front controls can remain in service An enthusiast is seeking crowdfunding support for a conversion system that would let owners reuse Apple's 2019 Mac Pro enclosure with conventional desktop PC components. The proposed kit acc
Citi AAdvantage Executive Card Adds $200 Annual InKind Dining Credit
One Mile at a Time / 6h
The Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard® ( learn more ) has just added an awesome new dining perk, which happens to be with my favorite dining app, InKind . Sure, I’ll take an extra $200 in InKind value without an annual fee increase. It’s nice when that happens! Citi AAdvantage Executive Card InKind credit details Effective immediately, eligible Citi AAdvantage Executive Card m
Quordle hints and answers for Monday, October 26 (game #1736)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, October 25 (game #1735) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goin
NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, October 26 (game #967)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, October 25 (game #966) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordl
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, October 26 (game #1233)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, October 25 (game #1232) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's cleve
Can you run regular Ethernet cables outside?
Engadget / 6h
Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should.
4 reasons your disabled apps still launch when Windows boots up
How-To Geek / 6h
I follow the straightforward Task Manager route to disable anything I don't plan to use as soon as I log on. It saves some boot time and stops distractions.
Which Android phone is the closest equivalent to the iPhone Duo?
Engadget / 7h
Can we find the iPhone Duo's perfect Android match?
Data centre debate heats up ahead of US midterms - here's what you need to know
BBC News / 7h
Data centres are the lifeblood of our digital world, but there are growing concerns about their environmental impact. The BBC explores their rise in charts.
First 5K monitor built for Apple Mac Mini gets $999 preorder price tag — Prisma is a 40-inch curved display with an SSD bay, docking station, charging pad, and a pedestal for your prized possession
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
MP Prisma combines a 40-inch curved screen with an integrated workstation hub The display includes an M.2 slot for additional internal storage Its KVM switch lets two computers share the same peripherals Mobile Pixels (MP) has introduced Prisma, a 40-inch curved 5K monitor designed to accommodate Apple's Mac mini while incorporating several workstation accessories. The Prisma monitor uses an LG I
Transfer Citi ThankYou Points To Cathay Pacific With 10% Bonus: Worth It?
One Mile at a Time / 7h
The Citi ThankYou program in the United States has just introduced a new transfer bonus to Cathay Pacific. While it’s not a particularly large percentage bonus, it is a rare offer, as I don’t remember the last time we saw an offer like this between the programs on Citi’s end. This offer is better than nothing, and Cathay Pacific’s program is best if you want to redeem directly for flights on the
Why Google chrome is always using so much RAM
Engadget / 7h
Chrome is known for being a memory hog, but it may be more urban myth than reality. Here's how Google Chrome manages RAM.
Alaska Atmos Rewards Ascent Card Review: Big Bonus, Great Benefits
One Mile at a Time / 7h
The Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® credit card is the mid-range personal credit card of Atmos Rewards, which is the loyalty program of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. This card is issued by Bank of America, and represents a great value. If you fly Alaska or Hawaiian with any frequency, this is a card you’ll probably want to pick up. There are many reasons to consider picking up this
Most Windows users are seriously underusing this powerful desktop feature
Engadget / 7h
Windows has an option to give you more working desktop space, but you might have overlooked it.
These 3 Linux apps replaced all my favorite dead Windows apps
How-To Geek / 7h
I’ve been using Windows since Windows 95, and over the years, I’ve watched a lot of my favorite apps die or get replaced with more “modern” alternatives. While these newer versions are probably better, I still miss the old ones . I really liked their overall layout and aesthetics, and maybe it’s nostalgia talking, but I also think those apps just worked better and were less buggy than their moder
Does TSA actually allow AirTags in your luggage? Here's what the rules say
Engadget / 7h
Airlines don't want you to put batteries in your checked luggage, but how does this affect tiny batteries like those in AirTags?
3 solar gadgets that power my family's road trips
How-To Geek / 8h
When I first saw that some EVs come with power outlets inside the cabin, I longed to own one. Not anymore. I've solved that problem with my existing car, and I've gained more in the process than I expected. This is thanks to a tiny solar generator and the panels that power it.
Don't throw away your old, unsupported Nest gadgets — Do this instead
Engadget / 8h
If you have a first- or second-generation Nest Learning Thermostat, you may be wondering if it's still worth having.
Citi Adds $200 In Annual Dining Credits To Its American Airlines Executive Card—$100 Available Now
View from the Wing / 8h
Citi’s American Airlines AAdvantage Executive card is getting $200 in annual dining credits, with $100 available starting today at participating inKind restaurants. Citi has confirmed the previously unannounced addition to View From The Wing.
Don’t miss your chance to get lifetime Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for $28
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows is $27.97 (reg. $219.99) through Nov. 1. Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License $27.97 $219.99 Save $192.02 This is your last chance to ditch Microsoft 365’s subscription fees for good. Until tomorrow, Nov. 16, at midnight, you can grab a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 202
FBI tip line and veterans crisis site among 350 federal web addresses exposing visitors to network spies, senator warns
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Sen. Ron Wyden wants CISA and OMB to require Encrypted Client Hello on federal websites and make it a federal contract condition His list of 350 CDN-hosted addresses without ECH includes the FBI tip portal, the VA's crisis line, and hotlines for whistleblowers and civil rights complaints ECH hides site names only alongside encrypted DNS, does nothing for server breaches, and is already blocked in
How to watch Chiefs vs Seahawks: Live streams & TV Channels
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Watch Chiefs vs Seahawks on Peacock / NBC via Sling (US) Unlock your stream with IPVanish (save up to 83%) Chiefs vs Seahawks kick-off: Sun, Oct 25 at 8.20pm ET / 12.20am GMT (Mon) Kenneth Walker rushed for 1,340 yards and nine touchdowns for Seattle last season, and was named the Super Bowl MVP. However, they opted not to re-sign him in the offseason, and the Seahawks' loss has – emphatically –
Your devices could be on the wrong Wi-Fi band, and it's slowing them down
Engadget / 8h
Your router has two or perhaps three bands, and choosing the right one for each device is vital for performance.
3 exciting Netflix thrillers to watch this week (October 26-November 1)
How-To Geek / 8h
October is slowly coming to an end, but Halloween is still a top priority for Netflix. The streamer has plenty of horror hits for spooky season , including The Black Phone and Fear Street. I don't mind watching something that can scare me, but I prefer to stream thrillers.
iFixit awards the iPhone Duo the highest repair score yet for a foldable
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
The iFixit teardown of the new iPhone Duo from Apple is here iFixit says Apple has "done well" with the repairability of its foldable However, there are still some potential weaknesses in the design The teardown and repair experts over at iFixit have put the new Apple iPhone Duo through their rigorous examination process, and there are positives and negatives to take. A repairability score of 5 o
Grok releases the first seven minutes of its AI-generated ‘Odyssey’
TechCrunch / 9h
The footage looks okay, as long as you're not seeking artistry, inspiration, or human interest.
USB-A is 30 years old, but it still does these 6 things better than USB-C
How-To Geek / 9h
Although USB-A's color-coded cables and ports may be a nuisance to navigate, there's no replacing this tech, old as it may be. While USB-C is endlessly more convenient, convenience isn't everything, even in 2026.
Tesla Unsupervised Robotaxi Over 1000
Next Big Future / 9h
Tesla has 970 unsupervised robotaxi registered in Texas and the crowdsource count for Florida is at least 38. 1008 unsupervised Tesla robotaxi. Miles and unsupervised vehicles are increasing by 20% per week. Hundreds of cybercabs will be added Dallas and Houston in November.
This new Ukrainian detector can 'see' what a Russian drone can — and its new fiber-optic drones can also 'hear' enemy soldiers from 30 meters away
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Kyiv firm CODE380 has built D·Vision SDR, a drone detector that turns intercepted Russian drone signals into live video It uses software-defined radio to scan 500 to 8,700 MHz, which the team says leaves no blind spots The device has been combat-tested with Ukrainian troops and gets software updates about twice a month A Ukrainian engineering team has built a drone detector that does more than wa
78 Million Americans Switched Their Main Credit Card—Banks May Pay You To Come Back
View from the Wing / 9h
An estimated 78 million Americans changed their main credit card in two years—and most switched to one they already had. Banks have a reason to offer bonuses that win back spending, but that risks teaching customers the best way to earn more rewards is to stop using the card.
Why I'm learning to program in Vim instead of VS Code
How-To Geek / 9h
Many Linux veterans still vouch for Vim for editing documents and writing code. As a Linux user myself , I can see why. When many companies are going AI-first with their code editors , Vim stays true to what it was meant for: a simple terminal text editor that makes you efficient while programming.
Exclusive: Citi just added a delicious $200 perk to its premium American Airlines card
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Citi is giving the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard® (see rates and fees ) a new perk you can sink your teeth into. Starting Oct. 25, primary cardholders will receive up to $200 in annual dining credits through inKind . Both primary cardholders and authorized users can redeem the benefit, but the $200 credit is shared across the account. Unlike many credit card dining benefit
Claude was eating 84.6K tokens at the start of every chat until I made this one change
How-To Geek / 10h
Do you, like me, obsess over your Claude sessions, trying to optimize everything down to a single token? If so, you’re in good company — I’ve been trying everything to stretch my $20 Claude Pro subscription as far as I can. However, all your tweaks and adjustments only work if you’re building them on a solid foundation. As it turns out, the way I was using Claude was actually working against me a
I will never watch these 5 movies again
How-To Geek / 10h
As someone who tries to spend one weekend night at a theater, I see as many movies as I can. Not all of these movies will be masterpieces. Some might even feel like a waste of time, though I can usually justify why I watched them in the first place. Like most cinephiles, I have a sixth sense for a certain type of movie: one I don't have to rewatch.
‘Cyberselfish’ author takes aim at techno-libertarianism as her book returns from the dead
TechCrunch / 10h
"That's a 12-year-old view of the world."
This 30-year old Windows feature lets you duplicate a file without wasting any storage
How-To Geek / 10h
Say you want to copy a file to another folder on your Windows PC, but not for backup purposes. If you just want to have the same file appear in multiple folders, you don’t have to copy it the usual way, where each copy takes up the full amount of storage space. What you can do instead is hard link it, which makes the same file show up in another folder, indistinguishable from the original, with t
This crowdfunded $109 hub wants to pool the RAM in your old PCs, Macs, and phones to run bigger AI models — but the engine underneath is software you can already get for free
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
TradeMAV's RAMDeck hub is crowdfunding on Indiegogo, listed at $109 for early backers The engine underneath is llama.cpp's RPC backend, which anyone can already run at no cost Its fastest demos lean on an RTX 3060 and mixture-of-experts models, while denser models manage around two tokens per second With DDR5 now costing roughly five times what it did in mid-2025, a small company called TradeMAV
How to clean your DeWALT tools so they look new and last longer
How-To Geek / 11h
Tools looking grimy from years of neglect? Thinking of selling a driver or sander and want to get top dollar for it? Here’s how to get your tools looking their best, with a proper clean.
Beelink ME Pro Creator Edition NAS review
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Beelink ME Pro Creator Edition: 30-second review This review covers the four-bay ‘Creator NAS’ as Beelink calls it, which is available in two SKUs and uses the Intel Core i5-13500H mobile processor. But Beelink has five ‘Home NAS’ options below that one, using the Intel J5005, N95, N150 and Core 304 processors. And another two higher-end options with AMD Ryzen AI 350 and AI 470 class processors.
I ditched desktop apps for these 5 Linux terminal apps, and I’m not going back
How-To Geek / 11h
Terminal apps have a reputation for being too minimal, confusing, and useful only for technical workflows. And while that might have been true a few years ago, modern terminal apps are a lot more intuitive and functional , covering plenty of everyday computing use cases. This makes them excellent lightweight alternatives to typical desktop apps. In fact, here are five TUI (terminal user interface
Pennsylvania enacts law regulating AI-generated advertisements
Mashable / 11h
Across the nation, there appears to be growing frustration with the explosion of AI-generated advertising plaguing small-business storefronts and restaurant interiors. Last Thursday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed the Artificial Intelligence Deceptive Advertising Act into law, mandating that all ads, from million-dollar television commercials to printed flyers passed out on the street,
So, About That ‘Clayface’ Cameo…
Gizmodo / 11h
Yes, that was the face you thought you saw in 'Clayface,' but why him, and what was he doing here?
What does the bell icon mean on your CarPlay screen?
Engadget / 12h
Even as a simplified interface, CarPlay has a few icons that aren't so obvious, like its bell that appears on the app switcher.
Delta Flight Attendants Sue For Overtime—36-Hour Week Still Triggers Extra Pay
View from the Wing / 12h
Delta flight attendants allege missing pay for security checks, training and aircraft preparation. The airline has strong defenses, but California’s daily overtime rules and its LAX crew base give the class action a shot.
The 6 most unusual things I've done with USB flash drives in 2026
How-To Geek / 12h
I'm no stranger to finding weird things for my USB drives to do, such as repurposing them as " rescue drives ." But this year, with the RAM shortage spilling over to every area of the PC market, I've found new ways to make good use of just about every piece of tech that I own. From a tiny file server to a retro gaming console, here's what I used my USB flash drives for in 2026.
The most unexpected everyday tool can be found on your phone
Engadget / 12h
If you have an iPhone, that is.
danskjavlarna: Source details and larger version. Spellbinding:...
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
danskjavlarna : Source details and larger version . Spellbinding: a choice collection of vintage witches and witchcraft imagery.
Rehab Charged With Providing Illegal Drugs to Addicts in Grim Scam
Futurism / 12h
What if it’s not drug companies or dodgy dealers trying to keep you hooked, but rehab? It sounds like a twist straight from a Philip K. Dick novel, but that’s what allegedly happened with a treatment center in Southern California. Prosecutors accuse two local rehab kingpins, Nathan Young, 39, and his father David Young, 71, of running a devious scheme that involved luring recovering addicts with
My Current Credit Card Portfolio: 26 Cards, $7,979 In Annual Fees (Ouch!)
One Mile at a Time / 12h
It goes without saying that some of us take maximizing credit card rewards to the extreme, and that can include holding onto a lot of credit cards. In this post, I’d like to lay my cards on the table… no pun intended! After all, maximizing credit cards is one of the best ways to elevate your travel. This can include getting the credit cards with the best welcome bonuses , maximizing your return o
Citi Strata Elite Looks Premium — But The Real Value Is American Airlines Miles And $1200 First Year Credits
View from the Wing / 12h
Citi Strata Elite arrives in a surprisingly premium package, but the real value is what the card earns. The current offer delivers 75,000 points and credits worth up to $1,200 in the first year, and its points now transfer to American Airlines AAdvantage.
Topping DX1 II review: a well-built DAC with great specification that just fails grab you by the lapels
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Topping DX1 II: two-minute review The world is not short of little DAC/headphone amps that want to bring a taste of authentic audio quality to your desktop experience — and here’s another one. The Topping DX1 II is a thorough update of a previous (and very competitive) in the Chinese brand's stable, and it makes a strong case for itself even before it’s started doing its thing. The aluminum casew
How to watch Adultery online for FREE: stream steamy new thriller from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
BAFTA winner Danny Brocklehurst's latest venture is this thrilling relationship drama starring Dominic Cooper (of Mamma Mia fame) and Romola Garai (of Atonement fame). The pair play two people who become embroiled in a passionate affair that really shouldn't happen. The twist is that their forbidden romance develops after their children start dating, leading to a story of betrayal and lies as Tom
Always late for meetings or failing at life goals? This affordable planning app was made for you
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
How long has it been since you used a paper diary? 10 years, 15, maybe even 20. Can you remember the year it was or the brand of diary? Was it when you were in school, and you had to write down your homework? Long gone for me. Or was it your first job, and you used a Filofax to keep track of your meetings and action points? Or maybe you still use one to keep a note of everyone’s birthdays. For me
Even the best mesh Wi-Fi system can be easily improved with a simple cable
Engadget / 12h
Mesh systems generally provide better Wi-Fi coverage than standalone routers, but you can make the mesh signal even stronger.
Moonfin is the only Jellyfin client that feels like it's actually made for homelabbers
How-To Geek / 12h
I switched to Jellyfin from Plex some time ago, and I haven't looked back. While Jellyfin gives me control over my media collection, its clients don't always feel designed for people who run their own servers. The free and open-source Moonfin client supports Jellyfin and Emby and was built specifically with homelabbers in mind.
Power couple: How I used these two cards for over $4,500 in value in just one year
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Let me start with a confession: I currently have 28 open, active credit cards. (Pause for reaction.) Yes, I know that's a lot, but I don't actually use many of them regularly. In fact, the vast majority are what I consider "perk cards" — ones that are worth keeping open but don't get swiped often. However, there are two cards in my wallet that offer an incredible combination of rewards and benefi
How to watch This City Is Ours — Watch season 2 for free online from anywhere
