Phone app iOS 27 adds AI call context to find codes fast
Two new Phone app options arrive now, plus a smarter AI aid on calls coming this fall.
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One UI 9 update: which Galaxy phones have it and what’s new
Samsung's Android 17 update is spreading from its newest foldables down to the Galaxy S23 and budget A-series phones, but timing still depends on where you live.
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Anthropic AI safety bill would let regulators pause risky models
Anthropic quietly pitches lawmakers on a draft bill that would give regulators power to pause risky AI launches and require independent safety checks.
Gaming
Mister Organ documentary shows a slow burn of manipulation
David Farrier’s Mister Organ blends investigative reporting with escalating unsettling tension, centered on a mysterious figure linked to a parking lot scam and a life of gaslighting.
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4K UHD fantasy films that suddenly look cinematic at home
Four beloved fantasy titles shine in 4K UHD thanks to new scans and HDR, giving your home theater a cinematic twist without buying a new set.
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Slate OTA updates: how a $25,000 truck updates via your phone
Slate Auto’s minimalist truck updates itself through your phone, sidestepping built‑in infotainment to stay affordable. Here’s what that means for you.
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Roku star button: quick menu tricks for home and playback
That mysterious star button isn’t a mystery once you know when to press it. Here’s how it works on different screens.
Internet & Social
You Can See Everything release dates and possible HBO Max window
New documentary follows Elizabeth Holmes in the weeks before her 2023 prison sentence, with U.S. cinemas Oct 16 and UK Nov 20; HBO Max streaming chatter heats up.
Gaming
Fab24hr game puts you inside a stressed Taiwan chip fab
A free, in-browser sim from Taiwan drops players into a wafer fab with two modes, and workers say it captures the daily stress of chip production.
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Apple Health app redesign brings new Readiness metric for Watch 12
A redesigned Health app adds new metrics and a refreshed look, but availability depends on upcoming iOS betas and releases.
Tech Business
Googlebook timing: $1,000 price and thin apps make buyers wary
A new laptop platform from Google faces high prices, limited apps, and timing that may sour early adopters.
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Cinebench overclock i5-4670K breaks 12-year multicore record
An older Intel Core i5-4670K joins the record books after an aggressive overclock using liquid nitrogen cooling, delivering a standout Cinebench R11.5 result.
DLSS-5 on AMD GPUs adds Nvidia-like AI upscaling, with caveats
A fan project enables three generations of Radeon cards to run Nvidia-like upscaling and AI rendering, though with caveats.
J Mascis says AI in music is obvious but not the future
Dinosaur Jr.’s frontman weighs in on AI in music, his studio habits, and why the band keeps it simple on stage.
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CUKTECH power bank review: 25,000mAh and color display for $70
A 25,000mAh power bank and a 4-port charger swap chaos for clarity at your desk, with real-world speed and a built‑in color readout.
Apple TV 4K surround with HomePods costs more than a soundbar
Apple's four-HomePod setup promises immersive audio, but it leaves out a center channel and a subwoofer, nudging users to weigh the cost against a traditional soundbar.
touchscreen MacBook Pro rumor: Nov. 6 launch and M5 Pro/Max inside
A touchscreen MacBook Pro with a Tandem OLED display and Dynamic Island-style controls could hit stores as early as Nov. 6, powered by M5 Pro/Max chips.
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Rivian AI models power move turns maker into tech supplier
Rivian is pushing beyond trucks and SUVs, building its own AI models, a new chip, and a driverless stack through partnerships, and eyeing licensing its tech to other brands.
Virgin Media O2 weighs bringing back Virgin Mobile three years on
The UK telecoms giant is reportedly looking at reviving two retired brands as a cheaper option, while old Virgin Media email users face a deadline.
F-22 autonomous drone test shows pilot directing AI wingman
A U.S. Air Force test shows a fighter pilot directing a drone through autonomous tasks during simulated missions, a key step for carrier-like drone swarms in air combat.
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Fake VPN credential scam hides theft with real signed installer
A counterfeit VPN download site collects login details and redirects victims to a legitimate, signed installer, letting attackers creep into networks undetected.
SiteGuard WAF vulnerability lets attackers run commands as root
A dangerous OS command-injection in SiteGuard Server Edition’s statistics feature could give attackers control of a host when the feature is on, with patches available now.
Damaged external hard drive: the one move that can ruin files
A drop or hit can leave internal parts out of whack. The safest move is to keep it unplugged and seek professional help if the data matters.