Muse sexting shows AI can get explicit, what to worry about
WIRED’s test shows Meta’s Muse AI can sext, while Apple’s HomeView leaves users underwhelmed. Here’s what that means for you.
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Act II: The Station PS5 teaser deepens Rome mystery
The Rome-set psychological thriller expands with Act II: The Station, promising more mood-driven storytelling and branching choices.
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NASA Crew-12 postflight: which experiments returned with the crew
Crew-12 members discuss their mission aboard the International Space Station and the science they conducted after returning to Earth on Oct. 8.
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Sony cancels Android 17 update for Xperia 10 VI, cites storage limits
Sony pulls the planned Android 17 upgrade for the Xperia 10 VI, saying storage constraints prevent a satisfactory experience, while security fixes continue.
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Android scam protections use cloud and on‑device AI to spot fraud
Google adds cloud-powered and on-device AI protections to Messages and Android to curb spoofing, bank alert fraud and voice cloning.
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Altered Alma PS5 teaser promises branching choices and fast combat
A new teaser confirms Altered Alma is coming to PS4 and PS5, featuring decisions that shape the plot and relationships alongside brisk action.
Gaming
GTA 6 launch trailer teases chaotic open world and duo leads
Rockstar unveils GTA 6 launch trailer with a haunting new track and confirms the November 19 release date for major consoles.
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iOS 27 Shared Albums now keep full resolution photos and videos
Apple Photos in iOS 27 lifts Shared Albums with full‑resolution media, broader emoji reactions, and cross‑device contributions via the web.
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 popularity spikes with 300% search surge
Samsung reports a jump in Fold 8 interest after Apple unveils the iPhone Duo, signaling growing curiosity in foldables.
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NASA 2026 El Niño could be the strongest since 1950
NASA says 2026 could host the strongest El Niño since 1950, with widespread effects from rain to drought across the globe.
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GPT-Live-1.1 voices add natural French, German and Hindi
OpenAI announces GPT-Live-1.1 with more natural voices and broader language coverage, rolling out today.
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YouTube Music AI labels show which songs use generative tools
YouTube Music will mark tracks created with generative AI, helping listeners know when AI tools shaped a song.
Nvidia RTX Spark Arm laptops promise Windows x86 compatibility
Nvidia pitches Windows-on-Arm laptops that can run virtually everything, but real-world performance and cost remain unclear.
Kaleido 4 color e-paper brings brighter whites and 18fps refresh
The next-gen Kaleido 4 color screen promises brighter whites, better contrast and faster refresh for color e-readers and note-takers, starting in China.
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Alexa Tablet Pro 12 review: good hardware, apps still lag iPad
Amazon pushes a larger Android tablet aimed at productivity, but software polish and app availability still trail the iPad in key areas.
GuliKit TT Max: heavy Switch 2 controller built for big hands
A hefty, feature‑rich gamepad that works across Switch 2, PC, Android and iOS, plus customizable paddles and multiple haptic modes.
iPhone Duo foldables aim for a premium finish with minimal crease
Apple’s design chief explains why the iPhone Duo finally moves folding tech into a premium category and what it means for everyday users.
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Proxyjacking D-Link Ubiquiti uses Pawns.app to sell your bandwidth
A coordinated campaign pushed Pawns.app onto exposed devices, turning everyday gear into paid-for proxies in 34 countries.
Muse AI data privacy may expose friends without their consent
The rising use of Meta’s Muse AI assistant prompts questions about what data is collected from you and everyone you know.
Bank of America Mythos patches cost hundreds of millions
A large patching push after Anthropic’s Mythos flagged vulnerabilities shows how AI-driven tools are reshaping bank security and costs.
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Volvo Nvidia autonomous driving stack expands to more models
Volvo expands its partnership with Nvidia, layering Hyperion, Alpamayo and Halos to run automated driving across more of its vehicles.
Gigabyte A16 Pro discount cuts price to $1,449 with RTX 5070 Ti
Gigabyte’s 16-inch A16 Pro lands at Walmart for $1,449, packing a RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM and Nvidia Studio Driver improvements for editing apps.
Anthropic Q3 revenue hits $16.8 billion as IPO nears
Anthropic told investors its third-quarter revenue hit $16.8 billion as it eyes a stock market debut before Thanksgiving, though the company has not publicly published the results.