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Updated 2026-06-26 07:10
OpenAI will initially only release ChatGPT 5.6 to government-approved customers
So much for voluntary review.
The most popular Grok feature is, apparently, exactly what you think
NSFW uses account for "well over half" of traffic, a new report says.
Commodore has dropped the price of its retro phone by $100 ahead of preorders
A refreshing direction for a price change.
Notion Mail is shutting down
So long, Notion Mail.
Spain will require carriers to keep mobile networks live during power outages
Spain's mobile networks will need to stay live for at least four hours during power outages, per new rules.
Polestar won't be able to sell its cars in the US next year
Polestar moved some of its production to the US, but it may be locked out from selling its cars here soon.
Retroid's Pocket Nova is a very capable 4:3 handheld that costs $229
Retroid's Pocket Nova seems capable of handling games up to the GameCube and PS2 era.
As everything gets more expensive, it's time to make do and mend
The skyrocketing cost of computer components needs to foster a new mindset.
You may be plugging your Fire TV Stick into the wrong HDMI port
It's not so much about using a wrong port, and more so about freeing up the more capable ones for needier devices.
Apple will reportedly skip the M6 Pro and Max and jump straight to M7
Apple may skip the M6 Pro and Max chips.
Xbox prices are rising again after Microsoft helped drive up component costs
We're all trying to find the guy who did this.
Sony announces major layoffs at Bungie, including most of the Destiny team
Some devs working on Marathon have also been laid off and studio head Justin Truman has stepped down.
Russia allegedly used a forensics platform to hack an activist's phone, despite having its access cut off
Cellebrite claims the hardware predates current sanctions and was used without its consent.
Samsung's latest budget phone has mild upgrades and a $50 price hike
The Galaxy A27 5G has a stronger chipset, at least.
Google Finance is now available as a standalone Android app
Google Finance is a standalone Android app now, with an iOS version on the way.
Sony A7R VI review: A huge speed boost makes this a nearly perfect high-resolution camera
Sony's A7R VI finally serves up speed and resolution together thanks to the new 67MP stacked sensor.
IBM says it has created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip
IBM says it has created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip
Apple hikes prices for most of its hardware
Macs, MacBooks, iPads and other Apple products just got more expensive.
Can your smartwatch detect sleep apnea?
No smartwatch can actually diagnose sleep apnea, but some can track certain signs that might indicate you have the condition.
Google will open the Play Store to outside billing on June 30
Google will allow developers to offer alternative billing in the US, the UK and Europe starting on June 30.
Nothing teases the Phone 4b, launching on July 7
Nothing will launch the entry-level Phone 4b on July 7.
C'mon, you don't need an AI to check your spelling
A Florida Republican denies claims her team used AI to work on draft legislation, saying Claude was only used as spelling and grammar checker.
Xbox is testing support for longer gamertags
Xbox is testing new features, including support for 15-character gamertags.
Amazon Zoox's latest robotaxi looks (marginally) less like a toy car
Amazon-owned Zoox has introduced its new autonomous vehicle meant for for large-scale production.
OpenAI's free GPT-5.5 model makes ChatGPT better at understanding context
OpenAI has rolled out an upgrade for the free model you interact with the most on ChatGPT.
After successfully selling over 15 cars, Faraday Future would now like you to buy its robots
Farday Future hasn't quite given up on EVs, but it's now also pitching a lineup of robots, including humanoids and a quadruped with an optional canine heads.
The Grand Theft Auto 6 physical edition is overpriced DRM in a box
It's not the $80 physical edition we deserve, and it's also not the one we need right now.
European Space Agency's Euclid captures the star-filled center of the Milky Way
NASA will begin mapping the galactic bulge with a mission later this summer.
Jalapeño is the first AI chip from OpenAI and Broadcom
It's a spicy start for the AI company's collaboration with the chip maker.
Hulu auto-quality settings are quietly downgrading your picture. Here's why
If you have a half-decent internet connection, you can probably turn "Data Saver" off.
Honda is reportedly reviving the Element as an affordable hybrid
According to Automotive News, the cult-favorite Honda Element could return in 2029 as a small hybrid SUV.
Lumysi hid an activity tracker in a bracelet because wearables are gauche, darling
It's a Kickstarter from an unknown brand that wants to offer a classier fitness tracker.
Family files wrongful death suit following Tesla crash in Texas
Victim's family files wrongful death suit following Tesla crash in Texas.
8BitDo launches the Arcade Controller Pro for hardcore fighting game fans
The 8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro is a subtle update for hardcore fighting game fans.
Google says it'll soon be easier to use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID via Wallet
Google Wallet will about to make TSA Precheck easier.
Wireless charging wastes way more electricity than wired, here's why
It's way more convenient, but way less efficient.
Google Home Speaker review: A modest update for the Gemini era
Google's new speaker is a modest update, but the question is whether Gemini is a good smart home assistant.
US government reportedly urging Meta to share its AI models
The US government is reportedly asking Meta to share its AI models for review, in the midst of growing security and safety concerns over the technology.
Rockstar finally reveals pricing for Grand Theft Auto 6
Grand Theft Auto 6 will cost $80 when pre-orders open on June 25th at midnight.
YouTube settles early test case over social media harm to children
Google has settled a lawsuit with a minor known who claimed that social media platforms harmed them.
Alibaba sues the US government for adding it to list of firms linked to Chinese military
Alibaba is suing the US government to be removed from a blacklist with companies linked to China's People's Liberation Army.
Superhuman has acquired AI authenticity service GPTZero
It's an odd-seeming move for a company selling an AI writing assistant.
HDMI 2.0 vs 2.1: Why you don't need the upgrade for streaming
You probably don't need to use the latest HDMI standards or components just for streaming Netflix.
Here's why cables for Thunderbolt 4 and 5 ports cost so much
Thunderbolt looks like USB-C, but there's a lot more inside.
Meta reportedly dips its pathetic toes into the prediction market space
Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly directed Meta to build its own prediction market.
Netflix's new horror game taps into your phone for deeper immersion
Netflix's new horror game uses your smartphone to control stars Zoe Kravitz's hands.
Sorry, Slackbot. Claude is taking your job
Anthropic has introduced @Claude for Slack.
Don't let the Star Wars branding put you off Galactic Racer
Star Wars Galactic Racer is shaping up to be a lot of fun. Even if you're not a huge Star Wars fan.
How to get the most out of your Apple TV subscription
Apple TV+ offers some great entertainment at a reasonable price, but there are ways to bring the cost down even further.
Meta Glasses hands-on: Ray-Ban is out, Kylie Jenner is in
Here come the Meta Adventurer, Meta Fury and Meta Glasses by Kylie (Jenner).
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