Uber’s robotaxi lobbying effort puts it on a collision course with Waymo
Washington D.C. has become a battleground for Uber and Waymo's competing views.
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Summer Is the Worst Season for Your Phone Battery. Here's How to Get Through It
Heat damage to a phone battery accumulates silently all summer and shows up as reduced capacity by fall. These steps interrupt that cycle.
The New York nurses replaced by AI: ‘It should concern every patient who cares about quality of care’
The union for 12 nurses laid off by Montefiore hospital say company broke contract they recently won through a strikeMarilyn Shuler has worked as a ut…
Young men report more ‘sextortion’ than any other age group, Australia’s online safety watchdog says
In six months last year, more than 2,000 such complaints were made to eSafetyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA new report b…
The Truth About iOS 27 Beta: Don't Make This Mistake! video
Apple's iOS 27 beta brings massive changes like a smarter Siri, but there's a huge catch: You can't just uninstall it. Here is everything you need to …
‘Moana’ and ‘Evil Dead Burn’ Share a Weak Opening Weekend
Solid marketing pushes couldn't keep 'Moana' or 'Evil Dead Burn' from financially disappointing despite their money made.
Oppo Watch X3 review: Come for the battery, stay for the versatility
Oppo's Watch X3 is a Wear OS watch that'll outlast all of its rivals.
Back-to-School Tech Costs More This Year. Here's How to Find Deals Anyway
Secondhand tech is an affordable alternative for must-have tech, but the RAM shortage is increasing the demand for it.
Roborock Saros 20 Review: Jack of All Trades, Master of Most
Roborock’s current flagship has best-in-class smarts, robot vision, suction power, and edge-to-edge mopping, but don’t expect perfection.
The Government Wants to Turn Abandoned Oil Rigs Into Rocket Launch Pads
The government is looking to establish new launch sites to accommodate a growing industry.
Europe takes step toward social media ban for kids
Following a worrying new report, Europe is taking steps toward barring children from using social media.
Xbox Set to Bring Tony Hawk's Pro Skater to Game Pass Soon
This came after Xbox announced thousands of layoffs at the company.
The ‘Witch Hat Atelier’ and ‘Owl House’ Creators Had a Magical Meetup
After years of digital back-and-forth, Kamome Shirahama and Dana Terrace got to meet face-to-face and talk shop at Kodansha House.
The Best Premium Meal Kits for Restaurant-Quality Food
We ditched the restaurant bill and indulged in these premium meal kits and delivery services instead.
I Took a Vision Test in 90 Seconds With a Robot and Saw the Future of Vision Care
Eyebot wants to make getting a prescription for glasses as fast as ordering a coffee.
Prime Video: 24 of the Best Sci-Fi TV Shows You Need to Stream Right Now
Superheroes, time travel and robots? Prime Video's got all the sci-fi goods.
This free Mac app reveals the truth about your mystery USB-C cables
Nearly three years ago, I showed you an awesome $8 cable tester that quickly tells you if your USB-C cable is likely fast, slow, powerful, or weak. Sa…
The Security Camera Secret I Recommend Only for Certain Homes
I get asked about home security all the time. Here's when I personally recommend a wired PoE setup over standard wireless cameras.
Social media limits are coming for teens across Europe
The European Union is weighing sweeping new restrictions on children's and teenagers' access to social media, including age limits, an outright ban, a…
Over 2/3 of Americans Support Bernie Sanders-Style AI Stock Ownership Plan, Poll Shows
Bernie seems awed by AI, which is unsettling. But his actual plan polls amazingly well.
Waze is getting a bunch of new AI-powered features
Waze is getting an AI makeover. Google is integrating its flagship AI assistant, Gemini, into the driving app with the goal of letting users personali…
Waze rolls out new AI features including Motorcycle and 'Less Chatty' modes
Like Google Maps, Waze is going all-in on Gemini.
Does Your Cellphone Plan Hold Up to Its Promise? Help Find the Top Mobile Carrier
Take our two-minute survey to let us know what you really think about your provider.
Sam Neill, Star of ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘Event Horizon,’ Has Died
The New Zealand born actor, who also appeared in 'Omen III,' 'Dead Calm,' and many others, was 78.
China’s massive AI rollout - podcast
Senior China correspondent Amy Hawkins on China’s embrace of AI, from medical avatars to food delivery drones and state surveillanceWhile the spread o…
Christopher Nolan says people ‘disdain’ AI and the idea it will replace humans is ‘nonsense’
Odyssey director addresses industry fears over artificial intelligence and says rightwing criticism of Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy is ‘irrelevant’…
Summer Games Done Quick once again raises over $2 million for Doctors Without Borders
The annual speedrunning marathon event ran from July 5-11.
Back-to-School Shoppers Are Using More Tech Tools but Buying Fewer Tech Goods
A survey found that parents are increasingly going online to find deals in a tough economy.
What are your plans for AI Appreciation Day?
The best way to celebrate AI Appreciation Day is to not.
Iman Vellani Wants Superhero Movies to Step Up
Gen Z isn't feeling superhero movies, but the current Ms. Marvel thinks the genre's not down for the count yet.
Hotels Are Losing Their World Cup Matchup Against Bitter Rival Airbnb
Oh, did you bet on hotels? You lost your shirt, sucker.
Lorde says Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses are ‘not sexy’
Lorde was performing at the Real Cool Festival in Madrid on Thursday and took some time during her set to speak out against AI glasses. While she didn…