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X is replacing revenue sharing with a new original content rewards program
X is retiring its old rewards-sharing program after September 7.
I’m finally streaming Netflix in 4K on Chrome — here’s how you can too
I pixel-peeped so you don't have to. If you use Chrome, you probably know how frustratingly difficult it is to watch Netflix in 4K. Despite paying for…
Flock’s Plans for Rideshare Dashcams and Coaching Police, Revealed
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NASA modded space station's laptops so everyone could use the same charger — standardizing ISS chargers eliminated useless weight and reduced failure points
NASA ensured that all laptops destined for use in the International Space Station had the same 'cannon' power connector by implementing a modification…
Why are so many AI models going 'rogue'? The experts weigh in
AI models are breaking free of testing at unprecedented rates Over the past month, it seems like every frontier model has broken free of its constrain…
Claude Code Adds Cross-Session Messaging on macOS
Anthropic has updated Claude Code so that separate coding sessions can message each other directly, removing the need to manually copy context between…
Workers are worried AI will expose they don't know how to do their jobs properly
Workers are becoming aware of gaps and limitations in their own abilities thanks to their use of AI, and they’re concerned they may be considered repl…
Just got your Galaxy Z Fold 8? Here are the first 5 things you need to do
I love the Fold 8, but it's not perfect out of the box. I’m currently using the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and it doesn’t take long to realize it’s a special de…
Just How Bad Are AI Data Centers for Your Local Water?
Communities say AI is draining their water supplies, but the tech industry begs to differ. Gizmodo asked experts for their honest assessments.
How to Disable Gemini in Gmail and Google Docs
New AI toolbars and prompts are showing up in Google Docs and Gmail. If you don’t want Gemini’s help in writing documents and emails, here’s how to tu…
Sensitive Info Goes Into ‘No Reply’ Emails Constantly. This Guy Sees It All
Two security researchers bought cheap domains—including noreply.net and deleteduser.com—and set up email listening services. Hundreds of companies are…
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ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from our Z Fold 8 Ultra review to GTA 6's Netflix partnership
The week's biggest tech news stories from Samsung, Google, GTA, Netflix and more for August 7, 2026. This week, we reviewed Samsung’s latest foldables (including the best-in-class Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra), and we found out when Google Assistant will shut down for good.To catch up on all this and more, scroll down for our roundup of the week’s seven biggest tech news stories.And when you’re all caught up, be sure to test your knowledge in our weekly…
Modder turns Steam Controller trackpad haptics into stereo speakers with custom HID tool — Wired connection transmits 16-bit audio that sounds surprisingly full
A modder has figured out how to send an audio stream to the Steam Controller's haptic motors in order to make them play pretty much anything. While th…
iPhone 17 Prices Could Rise as Soon as Monday, Rumor Claims
Apple could raise iPhone 17 prices as soon as Monday, August 10, according to a new rumor, well before the wider round of increases expected with next…
South Korean satellite spots SpaceX lunar impact
Before and after shots of Elon's ejecta snapped by Danuri The race for the first before-and-after images of the spent SpaceX rocket on the Moon has be…
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Hairmax’s LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex took only 90 seconds per treatment, and it produced visible results along my widening part.
Before you buy another USB-C charger, make sure it has this critical (and hidden) spec
Buying a USB-C charger is still harder than it should be. Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority Buying the perfect USB-C charger may look simple a…
New Amazon Data Center Is Set to Have the Most Polluting Power Plant in the U.S.
The tech giant is investing in the natural-gas-burning power plant as part of a huge data center in Texas, even as it pledges to honor climate commitm…
Don’t wait for the Pixel 11: Why you should buy the Pixel 10 right now
Be smart and save you money with the Pixel 10. You won't be missing much. The Google Pixel 11 series is nearly here, and a massive leak just a few day…
The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is a tablet to compete with MacBooks
The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is a tablet designed for gaming with exceptional processing and battery life. Lenovo does something no other tech brand do…
Spokane Shows What the New Era of Wildfires Looks Like
With rising temperatures and drier conditions, fires are more likely to explode. And with more people living next to forests, the results can be catas…
WhatsApp Gets a Handy @all Feature for Group Chats
A new software update builds on WhatsApp’s group chat chops by adding anonymous polls and introducing an easier way to start a smaller private chat aw…
Google Pixel 11: Every rumor, leak, and teaser before Made By Google
Google is all set to announce some new flagship phones soon. Here's what you need to know ahead of time. Samsung just announced a bunch of fancy new p…
How to get a free Apple iPhone 17 from T-Mobile this weekend
How to get free iPhone. Get the Apple iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro for free when you sign up for T-Mobile. TL;DR: Get the iPhone 17 for free from T-Mobi…
AI companies keep destroying old books. Heres why.
Anthropic and other AI companies have been caught slicing up old books to create training data for their LLMs. The AI industry, not content with alien…
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