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Google’s AI music maker is coming to the Gemini app

Google’s AI music maker is coming to the Gemini app

Google has given Gemini the ability to spit out AI-generated music, courtesy of DeepMind's latest audio model. Beta access to Lyria 3 is rolling out i…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
Snapchat+ tops 25M subscribers, driving company’s direct revenue ARR to $1B

Snapchat+ tops 25M subscribers, driving company’s direct revenue ARR to $1B

The revenue milestone comes as Snap has added additional paid offerings outside of its core Snapchat+ subscription over the past year to diversify its…

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
Google adds music generation capabilities to the Gemini app

Google adds music generation capabilities to the Gemini app

Users will be able to use text, images, and videos as a reference to generate music

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
X’s Algorithm Pushes Users to Lean More Conservative, Researchers Find

X’s Algorithm Pushes Users to Lean More Conservative, Researchers Find

The algorithm also doesn't like posts by traditional news media, the researchers found.

Feb 18, 2026  •  Gizmodo
Google Pixel 10A preorders come with a $100 gift card

Google Pixel 10A preorders come with a $100 gift card

As promised, Google opened preorders for its Pixel 10A midrange phone, and it’ll launch on March 4th. We already published a hands-on with the device,…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
Waymo denies using remote drivers after Senate testimony goes viral

Waymo denies using remote drivers after Senate testimony goes viral

Waymo defended its use of remote assistants for its robotaxis after the testimony of one of its top executives during a Senate hearing went viral. In …

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
Nevada sues to block Kalshi’s prediction betting market

Nevada sues to block Kalshi’s prediction betting market

Nevada is suing to block the prediction market platform Kalshi from allowing residents to place bets on the outcomes of events, including elections an…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
I Saw a Hidden Induction Stove Concept at KBIS. It Looked Cool and Very Dangerous

I Saw a Hidden Induction Stove Concept at KBIS. It Looked Cool and Very Dangerous

At KBIS, we got our first look at a countertop with induction burners built directly into the surface. It's an intriguing concept that raises serious …

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
The Sun's Temper Tantrums: What You Should Know About Solar Storms

The Sun's Temper Tantrums: What You Should Know About Solar Storms

Solar storms are associated with the lovely aurora borealis, but they can have negative impacts, too.

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Google's Pixel 10A Launch Day: $499 Price, New Colors, AirDrop Compatibilty

Google's Pixel 10A Launch Day: $499 Price, New Colors, AirDrop Compatibilty

Google launches the Pixel 10A today, and we're excited for the new affordable phone, even if it does seem similar to last year's Pixel 9A.

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Kana emerges from stealth with $15M to build flexible AI agents for marketers

Kana emerges from stealth with $15M to build flexible AI agents for marketers

Kana, a new AI marketing startup from the founders of Rapt and Krux, has raised $15 million to build customizable, agent-based marketing tools.

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
Google's Pixel 10A Looks Stylish for a Low-Cost Flagship Phone

Google's Pixel 10A Looks Stylish for a Low-Cost Flagship Phone

Google's $499 Pixel 10A comes in four colors, and goes on sale March 5.

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Google's Pixel 10a arrives on March 5 for $499 with specs and design of yesteryear

Google's Pixel 10a arrives on March 5 for $499 with specs and design of yesteryear

Google's new budget phone is here, but don't expect a big upgrade. It's that time of year—a new budget Pixel phone is about to hit virtual shelves. Th…

Feb 18, 2026  •  Ars Technica
The Future of ‘Star Trek’ Comics Is Ready for a New Next Generation (Exclusive)

The Future of ‘Star Trek’ Comics Is Ready for a New Next Generation (Exclusive)

Welcome Captain Seven of Nine aboard the 'Enterprise' with IDW's new 'Star Trek' comic.

Feb 18, 2026  •  Gizmodo
The best kettles in the UK to save energy and speed up your cuppa, tested

The best kettles in the UK to save energy and speed up your cuppa, tested

We boiled litres of water to find the best electric kettles, from hard-water heroes to vintage-style, repairable and wifi-connected models• The best a…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Guardian Technology
Google’s Pixel 10a Is the Same Damn Phone as the Pixel 9a

Google’s Pixel 10a Is the Same Damn Phone as the Pixel 9a

The Pixel 10a is flatter without any hint of a camera bump. No, really. That’s it.

Feb 18, 2026  •  Gizmodo
Toyota’s C-HR electric hatchback starts at $38,135

Toyota’s C-HR electric hatchback starts at $38,135

Toyota is on an EV roll these days, introducing the newly all-electric, three-row Highlander SUV, and giving us a fuller picture of the bZ Woodland wa…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
The Pixel 10A is a little too much like last year’s phone

The Pixel 10A is a little too much like last year’s phone

Google's midrange Pixels have been our top pick for budget Android phones for a while. They offer good cameras and most of what you need at a budget-f…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The Verge
This former Microsoft PM thinks she can unseat CyberArk in 18 months

This former Microsoft PM thinks she can unseat CyberArk in 18 months

Though crowded, the identity management market seems eager for new solutions, and Venice is finding traction.

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 9a: What's changed and which one should you buy?

Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 9a: What's changed and which one should you buy?

Now that pre-orders are open for the Google Pixel 10a, it’s time to see how it stacks up against last year’s Pixel 9a. At first glance, the two phones…

Feb 18, 2026  •  Engadget
Google's $500 Pixel 10a smartphone arrives on March 5

Google's $500 Pixel 10a smartphone arrives on March 5

Google debuted the Pixel 10a phone today. Pre-orders are open now and the smartphone will be available starting March 5. Although it's the new 2026 ad…

Feb 18, 2026  •  Engadget
Pixel 10a hands-on: Google locks down the midrange phone game

Pixel 10a hands-on: Google locks down the midrange phone game

Google's A-series phones have offered some of the best value among midrange handsets for years, and after checking out the new Pixel 10a, I don't see …

Feb 18, 2026  •  Engadget
My Pixel 10A Hands-On: Google Adds Fast Charging, Satellite SOS for $499

My Pixel 10A Hands-On: Google Adds Fast Charging, Satellite SOS for $499

The new lower-cost Pixel looks a lot like last year's 9A, but has some quality-of-life improvements.

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Google's $499 Pixel 10A Launches with AirDrop Support and Faster Charging video

Google's $499 Pixel 10A Launches with AirDrop Support and Faster Charging video

Google refreshes its lower-cost Pixel phone with a lot of new additions inside the phone, including 45-watt wired charging, Satellite SOS and the abil…

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Real-Life Pokémon Pinball Is the Most Visceral Way to Catch ‘Em All

Real-Life Pokémon Pinball Is the Most Visceral Way to Catch ‘Em All

You'll have to pay a hefty chunk of change for Stern Pinball's version of the classic Game Boy game.

Feb 18, 2026  •  Gizmodo
Microsoft says Office bug exposed customers’ confidential emails to Copilot AI

Microsoft says Office bug exposed customers’ confidential emails to Copilot AI

Microsoft said the bug meant that its Copilot AI chatbot was reading and summarizing paying customers' confidential emails, bypassing data protection …

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
Polestar unveils a station wagon version of the 4

Polestar unveils a station wagon version of the 4

Polestar is gearing up to launch three new models in the next two years, including a station wagon (estate or shooting brake) version of the Polestar …

Feb 18, 2026  •  Engadget
Elon Musk’s xAI Gets $3 Billion Investment From Saudi-Backed A.I. Firm

Elon Musk’s xAI Gets $3 Billion Investment From Saudi-Backed A.I. Firm

Humain, which was created by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman last year, said it made the investment just before xAI was acquired by SpaceX, Mr. Musk’…

Feb 18, 2026  •  The New York Times Tech
OpenAI pushes into higher education as India seeks to scale AI skills

OpenAI pushes into higher education as India seeks to scale AI skills

OpenAI says its India education partnerships aim to reach more than 100,000 students, faculty and staff over the next year.

Feb 18, 2026  •  TechCrunch
X-rays reveal kingfisher feather structure in unprecedented detail

X-rays reveal kingfisher feather structure in unprecedented detail

Synchrotron radiation imaging revealed a porous, almost sponge-like nanostructure to create bright hues In Qing dynasty China, artisans augmented deco…

Feb 18, 2026  •  Ars Technica
6 Sustainable Kitchen Upgrades That Save Energy and Money

6 Sustainable Kitchen Upgrades That Save Energy and Money

Lessen your food waste and cut down on energy consumption with these kitchen swaps.

Feb 18, 2026  •  CNET Tech
Inside the DHS forum where ICE agents trash talk one another

Inside the DHS forum where ICE agents trash talk one another

Forum members have discussed their discomfort with mass deportation efforts. Every day, people log into an online forum for current and former Homelan…

Feb 18, 2026  •  Ars Technica

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