Xbox is fixing one of the PC app’s biggest annoyances with download speed
Microsoft is testing a Smart Download Client for Xbox that automatically switches to the fastest download server, promising quicker game installs on PC and consoles.
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Stop joining group projects with a blurry laptop webcam and buy one of these instead
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The Minimal Phone 2 looks dramatically better than the original, and I’m genuinely here for it
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The EU says TikTok still isn’t doing enough to protect kids
The European Commission says TikTok may be violating the Digital Services Act by failing to adequately protect minors' accounts and privacy on the platform.
Qualcomm is set to ratchet up chip prices in September, and your next gadget upgrade could bear the brunt
Qualcomm has informed customers of double-digit chip price increases effective September 1, 2026, citing exhausted supplier cost absorption and failed alternative sourcing.
Tesla’s hidden door problem might end up fixing every car in America
NHTSA has denied a new defect investigation into Tesla's emergency door releases but agreed to develop industry-wide federal safety standards.
The hottest indie game on Steam just had a malware scare
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Enter the wrong PIN 13 times and your Galaxy phone is locked for good
Galaxy devices launching with One UI 9.0 will permanently lock after 13 failed PIN attempts, leaving a factory reset as the only way back in.
I desperately want a new classic Walkman, but Sony probably can’t give me one
Old-school gadgets are finding a new audience, but bringing back Sony’s classic Walkman would require rebuilding decades of lost parts, tooling, and manufacturing expertise.
Stop fighting with your roomie over outlets and get one of these multi-port chargers before you head back to school
Your room has one outlet and too many devices fighting over it. I've picked out five multi-port chargers worth adding to your back to school shopping list, from a pocket-sized option to a six-port station that can power all the devices you own at the same time.
Slacked off all summer? Here are 3 fitness trackers that’ll help you stay accountable as you head back to school
Summer break did a number on your fitness goals? These three fitness trackers take very different approaches to keeping you accountable this semester.
Back-to-school phone shopping on a tight budget? Here’s the one phone I’d recommend without hesitation
Back to school shopping usually means picking from a handful of solid budget options. This year, however, there aren't many options, with one solid pick I'd recommend for the school year ahead, plus a strong alternative with a catch.
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Shopping for a new phone before the school year starts? Here are five mid-range picks that deliver the flagship-feel without the flagship price tag.
Stop losing your notes and start the school year with one of these e-readers that double as notebooks
Your notes are scattered across notebooks, your PDFs are buried in folders you'll never find again, and your backpack is heavier than it needs to be. These e-readers with pen support fix that by doing it all on one device: reading, writing, and staying organized.
Google Flow Music Spaces is becoming an all-in-one AI music studio
Google has rolled out a major update for Flow Music Spaces, adding AI-powered song editing, stem splitting, image generation, lyrics, and video creation to its collaborative workspaces.
OpenAI’s rogue AI hack was just the beginning, Hugging Face warns
OpenAI calls its autonomous Hugging Face breach unprecedented, while security and AI experts say the episode raises an equally uncomfortable question about the company’s own safeguards.
After four generations of camera stagnation, the Galaxy S27 might finally get a new main sensor
Samsung is reportedly testing a 50MP Sony main sensor for the Galaxy S27 and S27+, although the 12MP ultrawide may remain unchanged.
3 underrated Apple TV shows you should watch this weekend (July 24-26)
Three acclaimed but overlooked Apple TV series headline this weekend's watchlist, spanning a multiverse sci-fi thriller, a family drama, and a true-crime miniseries.
Google confirms Pixel 11 prices are going up as RAM costs spiral
Google has confirmed price increases across the Pixel family as RAM costs surge, while working to make Android run well with less memory.
3 underrated movies on Apple TV you should watch this weekend (July 24-26)
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Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Watch Series 11: Has Apple finally met its smartwatch match?
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Claude Opus 5 is here, and Anthropic says it can rival Fable 5 in some tasks
Anthropic has launched Claude Opus 5 with major coding improvements, the same API price as Opus 4.8, and performance close to Fable 5 in some tests.
Facebook debuts Seller app for Marketplace and tests a TikTok-style video feed
Facebook is rolling out a standalone Seller app for Marketplace power users and testing a video-first home screen that mirrors TikTok's format.
Facebook is getting a free verified badge to help spot real people
Facebook is rolling out a free, selfie-based Verified badge so you know there's a real person behind a profile before you swipe, chat, or buy.
Humans actually prefer talking to an AI than a support person, says gas giant as it cuts jobs
British Gas is cutting 1,300 customer service roles as its CEO argues that people are moving toward digital channels and AI tools.
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