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Get your brick on with the best Lego sets in 2026, including Soundwave, a Game Boy, the Ford Model T and a pair of rocking plants
Don't let the square face and cutesy characters fool you - this watch is all about exercise
Virgin Media O2 claims that the Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid drove the highest volume of broadband traffic in the company’s history. According to data released […] T...
Most teacher gift guides treat the classroom as a backdrop, not the actual problem. They cycle through mugs, chocolates, candles, and novelty desk toys that end up in a drawer by June. The smarter mov...
Admit it: It’s inevitable you will forget to charge your Bluetooth pair.
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Chromatic 3D Materials has successfully tested 3D-printed rocket propellant capable of withstanding 1,800 PSI combustion pressures, potentially paving the way for faster rocket production, more advanc...
Elements of the right and the left are united in the baseless belief that two attempts on Donald Trump's life were staged.
Surging RAM and storage prices are having a nasty knock-on effect
We've been conditioned to think that good cyber hygiene means creating new, strong, and unique passwords every few months. Not so fast!
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New research from Samsung shows a ‘high accuracy’ of prediction on a modified Galaxy Watch 6.
Forget sticky notes and password resets. Follow these three easy tips to create passwords you can actually remember—and no one else can guess.
Whether you are a student or a working professional, NotebookLM can be a really beneficial tool. Based on the sources you provide, you can do a lot with it. Including creating presentations, generatin...
Tired of forgetting passwords or reusing weak ones? The passphrase approach makes strong security easy to remember—and harder to crack.
Negotiations between the National Samsung Electronics Union, which represents workers in the company’s chipmaking division, and management have seemingly broken down over a single issue.
College student hacks Taiwan high-speed rail line, stopping four trains
We put 36 sunscreens to the test during summer hikes, spring ski days, and beachside hangs. Out of all the mineral, chemical, and spray varieties we tried, these are our top picks.
Brian Michael Hinds found accidental internet fame through a resemblance to the controversial manosphere figure. He’s still wrestling with what to do with it.
If you want to avoid missing your favorite show on your next vacation, check out our favorite travel VPNs of 2026.
GameNative's latest update brings Lossless Scaling's multi-frame generation technology to Android devices. Enabling a triple-digit FPS experience from a 30 FPS base frame rate.
A BBC investigation has highlighted a growing trend of “humiliating” social media content created using smart glasses, after a woman was covertly filmed and later told she would have to […] The post W...
As data center demand surges toward zettabyte scale, Seagate, Toshiba, and Western Digital are pursuing sharply different technology strategies in their pursuit towards 100TB and beyond.
Companies like Lovable, Base44, Replit, and Netlify use AI to let anyone build a web app in seconds—and in thousands of cases, spill highly sensitive data onto the public internet.
When Stick Figure’s seven-year-old song shot up the charts, the band was thrilled. But its viral moment was spurred by unauthorized AI remixes.
Our writer tried some of the most popular insect repellents during runs, hikes, and evening walks. These are the ones we recommend.
Need to print labels, stickers, stacks of pages, color photos, or even a textured mug? I tested the best home printers, including ink-tank, cartridge, and laser options.
Backlash now covers county resolutions, bipartisan state legislation, and a regional water authority refusing to serve proposed facilities.
Nvidia said that its NeMo Megatron Framework has non-infringing uses and that it's not liable for any piracy that its users might do.
The Garmin Bounce 2 kid’s smartwatch features two-way calling, text messaging and real-time location tracking…
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Sleep Number’s new model leans plush, but its smart support might convert even die-hard firmness fans.
Netflix codes let you access movies in buried genres and micro-categories - for free. Here's how, plus my favorites.
Anthropic has signed a deal with SpaceX to access the latter's massive data center, which has over 220,000 Nvidia GPUs and 300 megawatts of computing power.
Artificial intelligence has played a significant role in advancing quantum computing, particularly in addressing challenges tied to encryption. By refining algorithms like Shor’s, AI has reduced the n...
Intel’s Core Ultra 5 225 has been swept under the rug, given the disappointing debut of Arrow Lake, but with a slight price adjustment, it could be a compelling CPU.
If you’ve ever felt that woozy, tunneling-vision feeling right before you pass out, you know how little warning your body gives you. A new joint study from Samsung and Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong...
Apple’s rumored iPhone 20 is already capturing global attention as the company’s potential 20th-anniversary flagship device. With reports hinting at new design elements and advanced technology, the iP...
Malva AI recently analyzed how Claude, an advanced AI system, supports the creation of structured and professional-quality videos. In one case, Claude was used to develop a complete product launch cam...
Grab 15% off the fantastic Razer Bailisk V3 Pro wireless gaming mouse at Woot in this limited clearance sale.
Trying to justify splurging out on a new bit of coffee kit? We're here to help, by working out how much coffee makes it worthwhile.
I'm a Linux geek and have been using Ubuntu since its original release in 2004. These are the essential settings, apps, and tweaks I recommend to every beginner.
Digital legacy features make it easier to transfer account access to family members without sharing passwords up front. I'll show you how to get set up in minutes.
Our experts have put together a list of some of the most eseential tech for grads heading into their first real jobs.
Taking on Whoop, Google unveiled its brand new screenless fitness band, the Fitbit Air. Here's which one is better, by the specs.
Google is sunsetting Google Fit by year’s end. While Fitbit remains very much alive, the rebranded Google Health app is your one-stop shop for all things health and fitness.
Powered by Gemini and designed around simplicity, the new Fitbit Air could finally give the screenless fitness tracker market a compelling alternative to Whoop.
Samsung has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide. These devices aim to refine the foldable smartphone experience by addressing user fe...
Passkeys are simpler and more secure than passwords. Here's how they work and how to get started.
This all-in-one PDF tool simplifies editing, converting, and translating documents without the usual cost or complexity.
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He deleted the tweet, but Jacob Andreou said Microsoft should 'remove Copilot from places where it doesn't live up to its promise.'
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Lenovo’s ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 combines proficient performance with an OLED display, long battery life, and an excellent keyboard, but this well-rounded mobile workstation trades top-tier speed for effic...
Samsung has introduced One UI 9 beta, its latest user interface built on Android 17, bringing a range of updates designed to enhance usability, customization, and aesthetics. Whether you’re personaliz...
Avatars track head, mouth, and eye movements to turn your face into Fox McCloud and others.
Google Chrome automatically downloads an AI model to support features such as scam detection and tab organization. Here's how to remove it.
ASUS ProArt PA40SU is a slim USB4 SSD enclosure with 40Gbps transfer speed, active cooling, and tool-free M.2 SSD support.
The combined sales of the four biggest motherboard manufacturers are expected to fall by at least 28% in 2026, with the entire industry selling 11.7 million less units due to increasing PC component c...
Catching a flight cross-country, or just shuttling from your home office to your den? You need the lightest laptop possible. We've tested dozens of them. Here's how to pick the right one.
Startup Battlefield 200 applications are open, but only for three more weeks. Apply by May 27 for your shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, $100,000 equity-free, and more opportu...
Porsche has once again demonstrated its commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle performance with the Taycan Turbo GT equipped with the Manthey Kit. This high-performance model has set...
Turn your living room into a world-class museum. This Hisense CanvasTV blends high-end 4K QLED performance with a matte finish that looks like art on your wall, and saves you 40%.
If you don’t mind the unique looks, the Nothing Headphone (a) proves to be a superb pair of noise-cancelling headphones with solid audio chops, strong noise reduction, and class-leading battery life f...
The device comes with health and fitness tracking like 24/7 heart rate, heart rhythm monitoring with A-fib alerts, SpO2, resting heart rate, heart rate variability, sleep stages and duration, and more...
The agentic search tool had a short life, but many of its features were folded into other products.
The updated version adds a dark walnut finish while retaining support for dual systems, large GPUs, and extensive cooling setups.
Stop squinting at a flat, cramped screen. This 31.5-inch MSI curved display wraps your field of view in 165Hz fluid motion for an immersive gaming setup, for almost $100 off at Walmart.
Blood glucose levels can be a reliable indicator of diabetes risk. But in some populations, it's not enough to catch the disease early.
The FCC is accepting public comments on its ban until Monday, May 11, and DJI is trying to rally more affected consumers to the cause.
LG's robot team demo shows three different robots collaborating to move warehouse packages in 90 seconds, projecting 15% productivity gains for automated logistics.
iOS 26.5 marks the final major update in the iOS 26 series, setting the stage for the highly anticipated iOS 27. This update brings a range of improvements, including enhanced performance, better batt...
Best wearable tech for productivity in 2026 includes Apple Watch Series 8, Oura Ring Gen4, Fitbit Charge 5, and Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 for health tracking.
At a wireless-industry event, Brendan Carr gives a shout-out to Amazon and AST SpaceMobile.
In an email viewed by WIRED, Ethan Shaotran describes Blitz Industries as “a defense company backed by big names.”
Give Mom the best and save some cash in the process with these legitimate discounts on WIRED-approved gifts.
Home AI models like Meta's Llama3.1-70B can now copy themselves without human help, with 90% success rates in lab tests using consumer GPUs.
OpenAI’s chatbot has some weird linguistic tics in Chinese that are driving users crazy.
Disneyland introduces facial recognition at park entrances, scanning faces for ticket verification while raising privacy concerns about surveillance normalization.
Apple often woos big spenders with its most powerful iPhones, but I say it's more likely to score a major hit by chasing younger people with an affordable, fun, and bright flip phone that can unseat M...
Instagram kills DM encryption Friday, making all messages readable by Meta systems - download your message history now before losing access to backup tools.
Google's $99 Fitbit Air offers screenless health tracking with AI recovery insights, undercutting Whoop's $199/year subscription model by hundreds.
For AAA games compatible with Game Native, this could help more phones run games smoothly.
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Tennessee bans crypto ATMs after $190 million in scam losses, joining Indiana in completely prohibiting cash-to-crypto kiosks by July 2026.
Google invests millions in EVE Online for AI research, using the space MMO's complex player dynamics to train machines in long-term planning and social navigation.
This deal drops Visual Studio 2026 by a staggering 93% off, giving developers a full-featured IDE without ongoing subscription costs.
ZDNET readers love this E Ink tablet, thanks to its paper-to-pen writing experience and versatile uses.
Tripped up by confusing web hosting details? These essential hacks will help you get your website online in swift fashion.
Google's AI Health Coach exits preview May 19 with 24/7 personalized fitness plans for Fitbit and Pixel Watch users at $9.99/month.
Car maintenance tips from auto experts help you avoid costly repairs, extend vehicle life, and save money on unnecessary dealer visits.
Samsung semiconductor workers rejected a $340K bonus and threaten strikes that could disrupt AI chip production and spike GPU prices through June.
SpaceXAI is clunky, but Musk says it's meant to highlight 'AI products from SpaceX.'
The TCL QM8 is an excellent Mini LED TV that offers high-quality picture and audio.
Spotify's AI agents now generate custom podcasts automatically using OpenClaw framework, creating personalized audio content from documents and data.
You won't have to worry about losing your bag, keys, luggage, heck even your pet, ever again when you add a Life360 Tile Pro to them. Now you can get four of them for $75!
The oldest form of cooking has embraced app control and AI-generated recipes. We've tested the top smart grills so you can host the ultimate high-tech barbecue.
From viruses to spyware, we break down the key differences so you know exactly what you're dealing with.
The Trump administration is in early discussions about an executive order that would create a government review process for AI models before public release.