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NASA Chief Reignites Debate Over Plutoâs Planetary Status and Yes Weâre Doing This Again
It's been 20 years since Pluto lost its status as the ninth planet of the solar system, but we still can't seem to let it go.
Samsung says the RAM shortage could get even worse next year
There may be a long wait before the end of the RAM shortage that's driving up prices on everything from phones to gaming handhelds. During an earningsâŚ
The Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum have been turned into retrofuturistic handhelds
Blaze Entertainment, the company behind the cartridge-based Evercade consoles, has announced two new handhelds that reimagine iconic '80s personal comâŚ
OpenAI talks about not talking about goblins
OpenAI is opening up about its goblin problem. After a report from Wired revealed instructions to OpenAI's coding model to "never talk about goblins, âŚ
Even Realities' G2 smart glasses will keep an eye on your AI agent
It's designed to keep you appraised of what your coding agent is doing, even when you're not at your desk.
The First Trailer for âResident Evilâ Teases a New Nightmare
'Weapons' director Zach Cregger takes on the iconic video game franchise in its latest attempt at blockbuster glory.
Microsoft Is All-In on Agentic AI and Vibe Coding Now That It's 'Working'
Charging for AI usage is becoming more important than charging for access.
More than half of all "long shot" bets on Polymarket pay off
Sensitive information and the prediction markets can be a winning combination. More than half of âlong-shotâ bets on military action made on PolymarkeâŚ
Verified by Spotify badge lets you know this artist isnât AI
Spotify is launching a new verification program to combat spam, fakes, and AI. Some artists will now have a "Verified by Spotify" badge and a green châŚ
We Meet Ultimate Grogu: The $600 Lifelike Star Wars Toy That Moves Like a Child
Hasbro's debuting its lifelike Grogu filled with sensors and motors, and we get to see it at the company's headquarters.
Spotify Is Adding Artist Verification Badges on Profiles
Weeding out imposters could become a little simpler.
Netflix Launches Vertical Videos on the Mobile App. Here's How It Works
The new addition is part of the streaming service's refresh for the mobile version.
Ultimate Grogu First Look: How Hasbro Made a $600 Star Wars Animatronic video
We visit Hasbro's headquarters for a look at the prototype for Ultimate Grogu, a $600 high-end animatronic Grogu character from Star Wars. The collectâŚ
36 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now
Catch up on this year's Oscar winners and some new titles that've just arrived.
Hasbro Wants You to Buy This $600 Grogu
Six! Hundred! Dollars!
Hereâs what Netflixâs new vertical video feed is like
Netflix is starting to roll out a big revamp of its mobile app, and a central feature is a new vertical video feed called "Clips" where you can scrollâŚ
Spotify introduces verified artist badges to help distinguish humans from AI
As AI-generated artists and tracks flood music streaming platforms, Spotify is rolling out a new âVerified by Spotifyâ badge to help listeners more eaâŚ
Netflix wants you to watch âClips,â its TikTok-like vertical video feed
Netflix is redesigning its mobile app and introducing Clips, a vertical video feed intended to help users discover new content by sharing highlights fâŚ
Spotify's new verification badge shows that music is not AI-generated
"Verified by Spotify" will start rolling out over the coming weeks.
Best VR Headsets of 2026: My Favorite Hardware Right Now
The future may belong to glasses, but there are still great VR headsets, too. Here are my go-to options.
Quit Eyeballing Your Coffee. Professionals Use the 'Golden Ratio' to Brew
Here's the precise beans-to-water ratio for a consistent, balanced morning pot of coffee.
Meta says its business AI now facilitates 10 million conversations a week
Meta said over 8 billion advertisers have used at least one of its gen AI tools
You're Using Your Exercise Bike Wrong if You Do These 9 Things
We asked the cycling experts to weigh in on how you could unknowingly be sabotaging your own exercise bike workouts.
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Key Specs Compared
Here are the main differences between the two book-style foldables.
The Writer of âMortal Kombat IIâ Wants âMortal Kombat IIIâ to Be Even Better
The second film isn't in theaters yet, but writer Jeremy Slater is hard at work on the third installment.
Instagram says it doesnât want your tweet round ups
The internet is full of copycat, stolen, reposted, and low-effort content - and Meta, at least publicly, has said it is working to cut off some of theâŚ
Is this âde-extinctionâ project actually onto something?
Dallas-based genetics and biotech startup Colossal has raised hundreds of millions of dollars from venture capitalists, the CIA, and Peter Thiel, amonâŚ
Instagram cracks down on content aggregators
The update targets content aggregators that don't post original content and instead simply re-upload others' posts.
Instagram's recommendation algorithm will penalize 'unoriginal' photo and carousel posts
Meme creators and others who don't make "material" edits could get their reach throttled by Meta.
Getting Rid of Your Old Tech Soon? Here's How to Get Paid for It
Not enough US adults are trading in tech for extra cash, according to CNET's latest findings. Here's how you can cash in.
Best Smart Plugs for 2026: An Upgrade for Any Home
Grant everyday devices powerful app controls with these tested plugs.