Technology and Gadget Reporting for 2026-08-09
Today’s news coverage from our Technology and Gadget favorites. Today's edition includes 100 articles from 12 sites. We chose these from 1191 articles found on 56 sites.
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Stuff, Tech Digest, Latest from Tom's Hardware , WIRED, Geeky Gadgets, PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips, News – CNET, Latest news, Gadget Review, Digital Trends, The Gadgeteer, Ars Technica.
This neat iPhone camera trick can help you take much better-quality photos every time
Apple ProRAW preserves considerably more image information, giving you greater control over the finished photograph
Stuff
Aug 6, 2026 - stuff.tv
Meta latest firm to claim its AI hacked another company, venues ban ‘spy glasses’
Facebook owner Meta has become the latest tech firm to say one of its AI models was able to connect to the internet and hack into another organisation’s systems, during […] The post Meta latest firm t...
Tech Digest
Aug 6, 2026 - techdigest.tv
Kentucky family snubs $26 million offer to convert their farmland into an AI data center — 'they call us old stupid farmers, you know, but we’re not,' says landowner
A Northern Kentucky family has refused an anonymous AI company's $26 million offer to buy their land and transform it into a data center.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Rogue OpenAI models behind 'unprecedented cybersecurity incident' teamed up to break out of their testing environment — multiple agents left each other messages for months, communicating undetected
The rogue OpenAI models that broke out of their testing environment in an "unprecedented cybersecurity incident" recently reportedly spent months communicating with each other.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
VPN provider built a script to block Microsoft's hidden GDID tracking on Windows — Windscribe's "deGDID" erases existing identifiers and blocks new ones from being created
You can run the deGDID script on your computer to delete cached GDID keys and prevent Microsoft's servers from minting new ones in the background. The firewall you put up with this script will break c...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Save $1,400 on this RTX 5090 gaming PC from HP with 64GB DDR5 right now; RAM and GPU cost $5k alone — $5,599 sale price for top-spec Omen Max 45L rig with 24-core Intel CPU and 2TB of SSD storage
You can save $1,400 right now on this Omen Max gaming PC, fitted with an RTX 5090, 64GB RAM, and 2TB SSD storage, and on sale for $5,599.99.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
$200 slashed off Gigabyte's 4th-Gen WOLED gaming monitor — 280Hz beast also packs a KVM and tactical gaming switch for just $399
Save $200 on this gorgeous 27-inch WOLED gaming monitor from Gigabyte, and upgrade your gaming experience for less.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Microsoft’s Quantum Chief Doesn’t Care That Scientists Don’t Believe His Results
Zulfi Alam thinks his team doesn’t need to “prove” they engineered a new state of matter in their bid to reinvent computing. Science would disagree.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Samsung Odyssey G8 6K Review: Pixel Overdose
Samsung dared to bring 6K to the world of gaming monitors before our PCs were truly ready for it.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Beelink SER10 Max Mini PC review: Gorgon Point comes ready to dual-boot Windows and Ubuntu
Beelink’s SER10 Max Mini PC comes ready to dual-boot Windows 11 and Ubuntu with OpenClaw pre-installed.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Apple is taking OpenAI to court over alleged theft of trade secrets — ChatGPT maker suggests it doesn't want Cupertino's knowledge anyway
Two of the world's largest companies are heading to court over claims of trade secret theft. Apple alleges ex-employees took key Apple secrets and technologies to OpenAI. In responding, OpenAI claims ...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Levelling Up Safety: Essential Gaming Guide for Parents
With the summer holidays underway, households across the country are juggling work, childcare, and the eternal quest to keep children entertained…. Unsurprisingly, young people are spending more hours...
Tech Digest
Aug 6, 2026 - techdigest.tv
Samsung Launches First HDR10+ ADVANCED Prime Video
Samsung Electronics has officially introduced HDR10+ ADVANCED on Prime Video, marking a pivotal development in High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology. Starting in August 2026, this innovative HDR standar...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Best Android Charger: Wireless, Portable, Cable (2026)
Whether you’re charging overnight at home or on the go, these are the fastest, most dependable Android chargers we’ve tested.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
DeepSeek 2 Flash Model Delivers 7X Original Performance
DeepSeek 2’s introduction of the flash model emphasizes efficiency in artificial intelligence by focusing on smarter refinement rather than increasing scale. This approach uses post-training optimizat...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
52% of Americans Think Their Personal Data Will Be Breached. They're Probably Right
A new survey finds most Americans believe a data breach is inevitable, reflecting growing concerns about online privacy, AI-generated misinformation, and the future of the internet.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Microsoft Thinks OpenClaw Is the Future of Windows. My Testing Says Otherwise
I spent days wrestling with Microsoft's experimental companion app, only to find a maze of terminals, rising API costs, and a tool that leaves regular users completely behind.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Meteor Showers, Eclipses, and More Are on the August 2026 Astronomical Calendar
Here’s when some of this year’s most anticipated astronomical events will happen and the best way to observe them.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
The AI Boom is Eating Apple’s Memory Supply : and Hitting MacBook Air Shipments
Apple is currently facing significant delays in delivering the MacBook Air, one of its most sought-after laptops. These delays, caused by global shortages of memory and silicon, have extended delivery...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
5 Best AI Notetakers (2026), Tested and Reviewed
A growing collection of pocket-size gadgets lets you easily make recordings and extract info from them. Here are our favorites.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Sandisk Optimus GX 7100M 2TB SSD review: The best 2230 drive you can buy for the Steam Deck
The Sandisk Optimus GX 7100M is the pinnacle of M.2 2230 SSD goodness. High performance, great power efficiency, and a well-supported drive up to 2TB.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
Skip the Magic Keyboard with a Standalone Touch ID Desktop Interface
Apple’s Touch ID has become a recognizable feature for biometric authentication, but its use has largely been confined to devices with built-in hardware. Alpaca Engineering introduces a standalone Tou...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
PC gamer vibe-codes a safeguard against RTX 5090 power connector failures — monitors per-pin power draw, shuts down system if it exceeds 9.5A for more than 15 seconds
The 35MB application forcibly shuts the machine down if power exceeds configurable limits for too long.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
OpenAI Astra Solves 10 Unsolved Math and Computing Problems
OpenAI’s Astra has achieved a significant milestone by solving ten previously unsolved problems in mathematics and theoretical computer science. This achievement highlights Astra’s advanced reasoning ...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Viture Pro 2 Review: These $299 Smart Glasses Treat Vision Correction as a Feature, Not an Extra
The $299 Viture Pro 2 takes the crown for budget-friendly smart glasses by matching the class-leading brightness of pricier rivals while adding built-in vision correction at no extra cost.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Bose Refreshes QuietComfort Headphones With Immersive Audio, Wired Lossless
Despite new features, the second-gen QC headphones retain the original's $359 price tag.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Dolby Vision 2 Is Coming. Here's What to Know About This New HDR Format
Dolby Vision 2 introduces several new features not found in the original HDR format. Here's what it brings to the table—and what it means for your TV.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Do You Still Need Notion? iOS 27 Gives Apple Notes a Huge Upgrade
The release of iOS 27 brings a comprehensive set of updates to Apple Notes, enhancing its functionality and making it a more robust tool for users with diverse needs. Whether you’re jotting down quick...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Hungry Before a Trip? Gemini in Google Maps Can Order Food, Find Hotels for You
Google is turning Ask Maps into a more capable AI companion for planning your trips.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Samsung debuts three next-generation memory technologies for AI data centers — zHBM, zNAND-O, and BV-NAND all rely on advanced wafer bonding technologies
Samsung uses FMS to unveil three next-generation memory technologies — zHBM, zNAND-O, and BV-NAND — that target different markets, but all rely on advanced wafer-bonding techniques.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Beats Steam Deck in Raw Processing Power
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is a handheld gaming device that combines Intel’s latest processor with features such as Hall effect joysticks and a Full HD 120Hz touchscreen. According to PC Centric, it aims t...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
Meet the Free AI Bot That Tricks Scammers Into Handing Over Their Own Bank Details
Unveiled at Black Hat, Scam Buster is an open-source tool that turns the tables on social engineering.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Nashville attempts to block controversial data center near zoo with eminent domain — city could force developer to sell the land for public use, rather than $700 million installation
The Nashville Metro Council just gave the go ahead for the mayor's plan to buy the land that a proposed data center will sit on through eminent domain. This will force the developer to give up the lan...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
iPhone Ultra Leaks Reveal 2nm A20 Chip, 12GB RAM, and 4.5mm Chassis
Apple is poised to redefine the smartphone market with the highly anticipated iPhone Ultra, its first-ever foldable device, set for release in September 2026. Combining state-of-the-art technology, pr...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
New GTA 6 Trailer Is Coming Soon, But It'll Be a Netflix Exclusive for a Few Hours
The 'extended look' trailer lands on Aug. 27, but Netflix subscribers get a six-hour head start.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
These Are HP's 6 Best Back-to-School Deals on Laptops and Desktops
No matter what kind of PC you're looking for, HP can hook you up for the school year at a massive discount.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Aiper EcoSurfer S2 Review: An Effective Solar-Powered Skimmer for Sunny Pools
The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 is a smart pool skimmer that features a removable, no-mess debris bin, a chlorine dispenser, and a solar panel, so it will never run out of juice as long as the sun is shining.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
$1 billion of iPhone 18 Pro chips 'on the shelves awaiting packaging' due to DRAM shortages — memory shortages reportedly put a wrinkle in Apple's launch plans
Apple reportedly as $1 billion worth of iPhone 18 processor wafers awaiting packaging, which hasn't been completed due to DRAM shortages.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
I Played Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and It Might Be Capcom's Best Switch 2 Game
The demon-slaying samurai game is headed to Nintendo's console without too many compromises. Here are my impressions of its Switch 2 demo ahead of its Sept. 4 launch.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
The Sandbox Failed: How OpenAI's Experimental AIs Went Rogue and Attacked Hugging Face
OpenAI took the stage at Black Hat to unpack the wild chain reaction that allowed its autonomous models to plot a cross-platform cyberattack.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Here’s a Flashy Deal: Save $200 With This Cinematic LG Projector
This sleek, lightweight LG CineBeam Q portable projector delivers crisp 4K UHD visuals, a three-channel RGB laser engine, and webOS smart streaming, and is currently 20% off on Amazon.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Netflix Now Supports 4K Video in Chrome, But Not on All Devices
You must have Netflix's Premium plan and meet strict hardware requirements.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Peloton IQ fixes the one thing that’s bugged me about Peloton since I reviewed the Bike+ so here’s what it is and what it does
Everything you need to know about Peloton IQ, including what it offers and how to get it
Stuff
Aug 6, 2026 - stuff.tv
From Silverstone to your bedroom shelf – how Lego and F1 became the perfect pit-lane partnership
Two years, ten teams, two life-sized car parades and countless Lego bricks – here's how it all came together
Stuff
Aug 6, 2026 - stuff.tv
After severe 76% electricity price hikes due to AI data centers, Virginia requires firms to pay for all dedicated upstream electrical infrastructure — state regulators crack down, governor says move will save civilians ‘hundreds of millions of dollars’
Virginia's public utility regulator now requires all data center projects to pay for the infrastructure needed to supply their power. This makes it one of the first states to convert the 'ratepayer pr...
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
An MVP Deal: This Powerful LG Curved Gaming Monitor Is Over 30% Off Today
The curved LG UltraGear 27GS60QN-B gaming monitor unleashes a sharp 1440p QHD display and blistering 180-hertz refresh speed for under $135 right now.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
There’s No Good Way to Talk About Celebrities and Eating Disorders
Online speculation over the weight loss of celebrities like Ariana Grande—even out of genuine concern—can make things worse for people struggling with eating disorders.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Best Laptop Deal of the Day: Save $730 on this 2-in-1 OmniBook X 16
The OmniBook X Flip 16 is a big-screened laptop with plenty of power that doubles as a tablet. And for 42% off, it's a deal worth flipping out over!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
The Best Drones for 2026
Looking for a drone you can buy right now? The top models we've tested—and that are currently available in the US—can elevate your filmmaking, deliver stunning perspectives for travel vlogs, and, of c...
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
At QuakeCon, Nvidia Has a Crazy Idea: Selling Its GPUs for Their Launch Prices
You know it's bad when this seems like a great deal.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
ZEV mandate isn’t being missed – it’s just misunderstood, says The Car Expert
Following the latest July UK new car registration figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Stuart Masson, Editorial Director of The Car Expert, claims the latest figures […]...
Tech Digest
Aug 6, 2026 - techdigest.tv
Pre-modded 22GB RTX 2080 Ti cards surface on eBay for $500 as VRAM-hungry local AI fans chase down every spare FLOP — Hong Kong-based seller offers AI-friendly memory mod for a reasonable price
Services have recently popped up that will double your RTX 2080 Ti's memory to 22GB, but if you don't have a card to spare, you can now get a pre-modded 22 GB 2080 Ti for $499 from eBay.
Latest from Tom's Hardware
Aug 6, 2026 - tomshardware.com
DeepMind Says Its AI Can Predict Hurricanes Earlier Than Everyone Else
Its WeatherNext model, which will be open-sourced, can accurately predict a storm’s track and intensity using lower-resolution weather data. Researchers don’t yet fully understand how it does this.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Disney and TikTok strike deal to bring film and TV franchises to short-form video
Disney has announced a partnership with TikTok that will officially authorise content creators to use film and television clips from across Disney’s vast empire – including Star Wars, Marvel and […] T...
Tech Digest
Aug 6, 2026 - techdigest.tv
20 Wi-Fi Routers From This Chinese Vendor Found With a Backdoor
Zbtlink says the alleged backdoor is intended for customer troubleshooting, but it's working on a firmware update to fix the issue nonetheless.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Here’s when the iPhone 18 release date will be – and why it’ll be different than the iPhone 18 Pro
Multiple reports suggest that Apple will break its regular yearly cycle of iPhone launches as it juggles with multiple different models of iPhone and smartphone development slows down year-to-year
Stuff
Aug 6, 2026 - stuff.tv
Today's the Last Day to Snag a $350 Gift Card When You Preorder the Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Ultra
Samsung’s new foldable phone preorder offers end today. Here are the best deals to take advantage of before they expire in a few hours!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
You Can Now Have Unlimited Text Chats Without Paying for ChatGPT
OpenAI is upgrading its default options for free and paying ChatGPT users.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
6 must-have travel gadgets, according to industry experts
We asked several experts in the travel industry to share their top picks for gadgets that help them on the go.
Latest news
Aug 6, 2026 - zdnet.com
Google Wallet Now Lets Parents Create Secure Tap and Pay Balances for Kids
The new feature gives kids a way to manage their money without a bank account.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
We Finally Have a Date for the End of Google Assistant on Mobile Devices
Starting Sept. 4, Google will formally 'transition our mobile experience to Gemini.'
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
We’re Tracking the Best Back-to-School Monitor Deals From Dell, HP, and More
BTS season is upon us, and we're scouring the internet to find the best deals on monitors to help set up your favorite student (or yourself) for a successful semester ahead.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Finally Write That Nonfiction Book With This Lifetime Generator for Just $37
Generate manuscripts up to 300,000 words, upload your own research, and export finished books in multiple formats when you're ready to publish with Youbooks for 93% off!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Lenovo's Back-To-School Laptop Deals Score Straight A's on Savings
Need a dream machine for the first day of class? Lenovo has huge discounts on ThinkPads, 2-in-1s, gaming portables, and more.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Sweep Up the Savings With 49% Off This Roborock Vacuum and Mop
The Roborock Q10 S5 Plus scoops up debris, scrubs away the evidence, and can be the newest addition to your squeaky-clean home for $270 off!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Environmental Groups Want FCC to Reverse Plans for Space Mirror Satellite
The FCC has approved a plan from Reflect Orbital to launch its Earendil-1 satellite, which features a 60-by-60-foot mirror. Earthjustice claims it could disrupt wildlife, blind people, and more.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Roblox Admits Deleting Your Data Triggers a 600-Step Process
At Black Hat, Roblox revealed that deleting one user's data can trigger more than 600 tasks, raising questions about whether user privacy is truly a priority.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Apple, Amazon, and Nike Get $166 Billion in Tariff Refunds – Consumers Get Nothing
Tariff refunds sent billions to Apple, Amazon, and Nike — but average households saw none of it. Here is why the law works that way.
Gadget Review
Aug 6, 2026 - gadgetreview.com
From Gantt Charts to Resource Planning, Microsoft Project Is $49 for Life Right Now
Microsoft Project Professional 2024 brings scheduling, resource management, reporting, and forecasting into one workspace. And right now, it's yours for just $49 with code AUG25.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Ford’s Fathom EV Truck Starts at $28,350 – Here’s What You Get For That Price
Ford Fathom EV truck starts at $28,350, but the real cost is $29,945 after mandatory fees — with bidirectional charging and BlueCruise standard.
Gadget Review
Aug 6, 2026 - gadgetreview.com
ChatGPT Just Removed Its Text Limits for Free Users – Here’s What Actually Changed
ChatGPT free users now get unlimited text conversations plus a smarter default model, while file uploads and image tools stay capped.
Gadget Review
Aug 6, 2026 - gadgetreview.com
DJI Osmo 360 II Officially Launches Tomorrow
The DJI Osmo 360 II is officially set to launch on August 7, 2026, marking an important moment in the 360-camera market. As highlighted by Tech Court, this release introduces several confirmed feature...
Geeky Gadgets
Aug 6, 2026 - geeky-gadgets.com
New players are shaking up the memory industry, but even Apple can’t strong-arm the RAM crisis for your wallet
Apple turned to CXMT for cheaper DRAM, only to discover that even its enormous order volumes no longer guarantee favorable pricing.
Digital Trends
Aug 6, 2026 - digitaltrends.com
ICE’s DNA Collection Increases, SpaceX’s Rocket Crashes Into the Moon, and the AI Backlash Grows
In today’s episode of Uncanny Valley, we discuss how ICE has been collecting DNA samples of people who have no criminal convictions, including children, which end up in an FBI database indefinitely.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Flock Highlighted Police Departments Using Its Tech. Now 4 Face Allegations of Misuse
Flock posted videos on its YouTube channel highlighting at least four police departments whose officers have faced allegations of misusing the company’s tech.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Ford Unveils New, Affordable Electric Truck, the Fathom
The Fathom starts at under $30,000 and will be the first vehicle made by Ford’s new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro Review
Standing at your front door juggling groceries while digging for keys or a fingerprint is the whole reason face-unlock locks exist. SwitchBot built the Lock Vision Pro around that exact moment. You wa...
Gadget Review
Aug 6, 2026 - gadgetreview.com
Why Normal People Aren’t Using AI Agents
The tech industry is realizing it needs to build agents based on what regular consumers want, not just what its AI models can do.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Review: Excellent in Almost Every Way, Except the Price
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra lets you have it all in your pocket: power, screen real estate, and a high-resolution camera system that's almost as capable as Samsung's flagships—except for zoom. B...
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
DuckDuckGo’s New Sunglasses Skip AI, Cameras, and Everything Smart
Privacy technology usually arrives with a settings menu, a permission prompt, or a policy page nobody reads. DuckDuckGo and Knockaround are taking a sharper route with ordinary sunglasses that can’t r...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 6, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Crank Up the Savings With 31% Off This Booming Soundcore Speaker
The Soundcore Boom 2 by Anker is the ideal poolside pal with an IPX7 waterproof rating, massive bass, and a sick LED lightshow on the side. Right now, it's $40 off on Amazon!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
The Best Security Suites for 2026
What's the top security software to keep your PC safe? We've tested, reviewed, and rated more than 40 apps to help you choose the right security suite to protect your devices and data.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Power Through Your Workout With This 20% Off Deal on Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds
If you're at the gym or out on a jog, you need earbuds that are powerful yet secure. So go ahead and check out the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 on sale now for $50 off!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Google's new Pixel 11 series comes next week - here's what we know from leaks
The Pixel 11 lineup isn't bringing drastic changes, but the incoming additions will still have fans excited.
Latest news
Aug 6, 2026 - zdnet.com
Made by Google 2026: How to watch and what to expect from the big Pixel 11 event
Google is set to announce its Pixel 11 series phones - here's what we know.
Latest news
Aug 6, 2026 - zdnet.com
X wants to keep suing advertisers, asks 5th Circuit to overrule district judge
Musk continues appeal despite court loss and settlement with advertiser group.
Ars Technica
Aug 6, 2026 - arstechnica.com
19 Tools That Pros Actually Use Daily
19 tools pros use daily cut project time by over 90%, from precision polishers to edgers that transform stubborn DIY tasks into satisfying wins.
Gadget Review
Aug 6, 2026 - gadgetreview.com
The Best Video Editing Software for 2026
We test and rate the top video editing software for every type of user, from casual family event videographers to social media posters to studio professionals.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Suno Plans New Tools to Make AI-Generated Music More Transparent. Is It Enough?
Suno plans to flag use of its music generator using audio watermarking and fingerprint technology.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
Skip the Reading List and Get Straight to the Ideas: Headway Is 76% Off Right Now
This app turns bestselling nonfiction into 15-minute summaries you can read or listen to, and a lifetime plan is currently 76% off. That gives you lifetime access for only $70!
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Most People Prefer AI Writing, but That’s Because It’s Trained on Us
A new study finds that people rated AI-generated stories higher than human-generated stories, especially when told that a human wrote the story.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
Fare Is Fair: Zoox Launching Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas
Optimized fares will be based on the best route from pickup to drop-off, with the full price shown before you book and no surprises if the robotaxi takes a longer way around.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids
Security researchers tracked and eavesdropped on a WIRED reporter using vulnerabilities in a pink plastic smartwatch. It’s just one piece of a deeply insecure supply chain of GPS-enabled gadgets.
WIRED
Aug 6, 2026 - wired.com
AT&T Adds a New Kid-Optimized 5G Android Tablet to Its Lineup
AmiGo Jr. Tab 2 comes with apps designed for 3-10-year-olds, plus tools for their parents to govern their screen time.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
Three Pocket Knives for People Who Don’t Want to Baby Their Gear
A pocket knife is only as useful as the edge you are willing to maintain. Outdoor Edge takes a different route: when the blade gets dull, you swap it and keep going. That is the appeal of these three ...
The Gadgeteer
Aug 6, 2026 - the-gadgeteer.com
Explosive drone found hovering near Ukrainian cargo aircraft at German airport
Russian attack? Explosive drone targeted parked aircraft at Leipzig airport.
Ars Technica
Aug 6, 2026 - arstechnica.com
OpenAI’s first gadget sounds like a tiny expressive AI companion
OpenAI’s first hardware product could be a doughnut-shaped AI companion with cameras, sensors, moving parts, and a price of up to $400.
Digital Trends
Aug 6, 2026 - digitaltrends.com
Higher Costs, Insecure Software? How US Ban on Foreign Inverters Could Hit Solar
About 50% of the US inverter market for solar energy is dominated by Chinese companies, an analyst at Wood Mackenzie says. But don't expect too much impact on the residential market yet.
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
Aug 6, 2026 - pcmag.com
You Can Now Link More Devices to a Signal Messaging Account
The company also updated the app to look better on devices with different screen sizes.
News – CNET
Aug 6, 2026 - cnet.com
Organ donation group accused of trying to take living man's organs faces shutdown
The organization, Network for Hope, "strongly disagrees" with Trump admin's decision.