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Updated 2026-07-31 13:46
A $2 sticker let me bypass the Meta Glasses' anti-creep feature
Meta's smart glasses are supposed to alert bystanders when they're recording. Bypassing those safety features is trivially easy, unfortunately.
Slow downloads? These tweaks could speed up your router
If your Wi-Fi is a bit sluggish, there are some things you should check before upgrading your router.
Super Mario Sunshine is the Switch 2's next GameCube addition
The sunny 2002 platformer was the direct follow-up to Super Mario 64.
The EU's Right to Repair directive kicks in today
Today is the day the EU's Right to Repair rules come into force that will, eventually, make it much easier to fix your broken gear.
Slate Truck first drive: A minimalist's delight
Slate's anti-truck EV is poised to deliver on all of its promises.
Electronic Arts says it'll be a private company next week
Electronic Arts will close its $55 billion deal to go private by August 4 next week.
You can now play Xbox games on Hisense TVs without a console
Microsoft has started rolling out the Xbox app to Hisense TVs and other TVs powered by VIDAA OS.
HoverAir's Versa is a pocket gimbal camera and drone mashup
HoverAir has unveiled Versa, an interesting product that marries a gimbal camera and drone.
Amazon's Zoox is the first steering wheel-free robotaxi to get regulatory approval for paid rides
The NHTSA has given Amazon's Zoox permission to charge for rides. It's the first AV with no manual controls to get it.
Tecno's new concept may be the first truly bezel-less smartphone
Tecno is teasing a truly bezel-less smartphone concept and it'll reveal it at IFA 2026.
Sony says it has secured enough ram for all the PS5s it expects to sell this year
Whenever computer or gaming hardware is discussed these days, the 'Ramageddon' memory shortage is likely to come up.
Anthropic says its AI models also hacked three organizations on their own
After OpenAI's admission that its models broke into Hugging Face, Anthropic has now admitted that the models it was testing also hacked other organizations.
Reddit's CEO sure seems frustrated with Google's AI overviews
Amid rumors of Google breakup, Huffman says "people don't want a summary of reddit, they want reddit."
Spotify's new feature lets you leave little notes on songs
Give me a mixtape, and hold the tape.
That AI wearable you don't like just got worse
The new Friend pendant features a speaker, updated models and the same off-putting ideas about how humans should use AI.
Casio's new ring watch is an undercover Oura competitor and it's adorable
At last, a smart ring with some flair.
Snap will show off its AR Specs at a September 16 event
The company is promising the first in-depth look at the $2,195 glasses.
Sonos is planning a product event for September
Unsurprisingly, it's likely to focus on AI.
Should you avoid TP-Link routers? Here's what to know
When it's less about the product and more about the FCC.
PSP classic Lumines hits iOS and Android
The mobile and tablet ports of the remastered puzzle game include a free trial.
Leaked Pixel 11 Pro Fold photos also include mysterious new camera bar feature
Google's next foldable doesn't look all that different, save for the camera bar.
Google's new Gemini Robotics 2 platform allows for 'intelligent whole-body control'
The company made a video of the bots in action doing stuff like cleaning trash and picking up watering cans.
Global smartphone sales fall by six percent amid memory cost crisis
Despite the slump, Apple and Samsung have both seen their market share go up.
LinkedIn is testing a 'seems like AI slop' reporting tool
The company is also removing some of its own AI-writing features.
Expensive phone cases: When and why it's worth paying more
Phone cases vary dramatically when it comes to pricing, but it's not always as simple as "you get what you pay for."
Google says it has fixed a Pixel battery drain issue, but some users disagree
Google said a July update resolves the problem on recent devices, with Pixel 9a and 8a getting a fix in September.
Google Voice paid subscriptions offer more than just a phone number
The free version may be enough for you, but let's dive into the upgraded features to be sure.
How to use screen mirroring on Roku with your Android phone
Your Roku can probably display what's on your phone screen, if you have Android.
Netflix pays $500 million to share 'The Walking Dead' streaming rights with AMC+
Netflix has ponied up a half billion dollars to extend its streaming rights to The Walking Dead and the show's six spinoffs.
Lego Pokémon Smart Play hands-on: A better way to build, train and battle
With its latest Smart Play sets, Lego managed put its own spin on one of the world's most popular franchises.
Spotify rolls out new personalized running features for Premium users
The company is making a big push into fitness, having already partnered with Peloton earlier this year.
Maingear introduces a new lineup of hidden-cable 'Zero' pre-built PCs
If you're looking for a high-performance PC with that clean 'zero-cable' look, Maingear's new pre-built lineup that may suit you.
Nano Banana image generation comes to Google Earth
Google Earth users can "visualize the past" via AI-created pictures.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4P review: The best gimbal camera money can't buy
The OG gimbal camera goes "pro" with two lenses, class-leading dynamic range and optical zoom.
The spacecraft NASA sent to rescue the falling Swift observatory is in trouble
NASA sent a spacecraft called LINK to rescue a falling telescope, but it's now unclear if it can accomplish its mission.
Surprise: The global oil crisis is pushing people toward buying electrified cars
lectrified vehicle sales hit new highs around the world as 50 countries saw quarterly records in Q2 of 2026.
ChatGPT and Roblox will reportedly be subject to tighter rules in the EU
Bloomberg says ChatGPT and Roblox will soon be added to the EU's 'very large online platform' list, which subjects them to stricter rules.
Samsung's mobile division posts first-ever loss due to soaring memory prices
Samsung's mobile and chip divisions are going in opposite directions, profit-wise.
Xbox says game discs should have worked during its outage
The company's tech chief said a fix for the error will be arriving soon.
OpenAI will provide free AI models to select researchers
The program, ChatGPT for Academic Researchers, will start with 10,000 participants this summer.
Google Play is expanding age confirmation tools for app developers
The Age Signals API will be available globally before the end of the year.
The US government's robot ban also includes vacuums
Robots apparently don't need to be bipedal to be caught up in the FCC's new foreign-made robot ban.
Waymos are starting to run on freeways again
Waymo paused highway operations in May after several robotaxis drove into sections that were closed for construction.
Here's how to switch from ChatGPT to Claude without losing any information
Moving your data to Claude is easier than you might think. This step-by-step guide will get you switched over right away.
Google teases the Pixel 11 Pro and hints at a new camera bar feature
We played spot the difference and noticed this intriguing difference in Google's teaser for the Pixel 11 Pro.
Runna's new coaching feature will adjust your workout based on local heat and humidity
If it's extra hot or humid where you are, the Runna app will adjust your workouts accordingly.
Major labels call for AI slop songs to be banned from entering charts around the world
Tens of thousands of AI-generated songs are uploaded to music streaming platforms every day.
You can stream local TV channels for free — here's how
Cable and satellite aren't your only options when it comes to local channels. There are free ways to get the same content.
X and an advertising trade group settle a legal dispute over an alleged 'boycott'
X and the World Federation of Advertisers say they're resetting their relationship.
Pokémon Pokopia's first DLC comes to Switch 2 on August 5
There's a new underwater location to explore and a dive mechanic.
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