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    The Verge

  • Google will let you hide sponsored results in search — after you’ve seen them
    Ads in Google search results are getting a more prominent label, and a way to hide them if you’re not interested. Handy! The thing is, you still have to look at them first. Currently, Google labels paid results on search pages individually with a “sponsored” tag on each one. This... Read more »
  • Tesla Cybertruck sales are flatlining
    After a brutal few months, Tesla sales are finally picking up thanks to expiring federal EV tax credits. But while customers are snatching up Model 3s and Ys, they are increasingly turning up their noses at the newest addition to Tesla’s lineup: the Cybertruck. Tesla only sold 5,385 Cybertrucks in... Read more »
  • New California law requires AI to tell you it’s AI
    A bill attempting to regulate the ever-growing industry of companion AI chatbots is now law in California, as of October 13th. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 243, billed as “first-in-the-nation AI chatbot safeguards” by state senator Anthony Padilla. The new law requires that companion chatbot developers... Read more »
  • California enacts its own internet age-gating law
    California joins a growing group of states with a new internet age-gating law after Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed AB 1043, the Digital Age Assurance Act. The law mandates that device operating systems and app stores require users to enter their age or date of birth when setting up a... Read more »
  • Apple TV Plus is being rebranded to… Apple TV
    The Apple TV Plus streaming service is being rebranded with a “vibrant new identity,” according to the Cupertino company, and is “now simply Apple TV.” The announcement was briefly mentioned at the bottom of Apple’s latest press release regarding the December 12th streaming debut of F1 The Movie. At the... Read more »
  • EcoFlow’s Delta Pro Ultra X can power a home for weeks
    EcoFlow just announced its latest “most powerful” and “easy-to-install” whole-home battery backup system. It’s called the Delta Pro Ultra X because when you’ve already launched the superlative-laced Delta Pro Ultra in 2024, the only thing left is to add a variable to the name. Perhaps that X stands for 60 percent,... Read more »
  • OpenAI partners with Broadcom to produce its own AI chips
    OpenAI is teaming up with Broadcom to produce its own computer chips to power its AI data centers. The deal is the latest in a series of partnerships designed to reduce the company’s reliance on Nvidia and secure enough computing power to fuel apps like ChatGPT and Sora and realize... Read more »
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    MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories

  • Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 and More
    Apple today provided developers with the third betas of upcoming iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, watchOS 26.1, and visionOS 26.1 updates for testing purposes. The third betas come a week after Apple released the second betas. The new betas can be downloaded from the Settings app... Read more »
  • Apple TV+ Being Rebranded as Apple TV
    Buried in its announcement about "F1: The Movie" making its streaming debut on December 12, Apple has also announced that Apple TV+ is being rebranded as simply ‌Apple TV‌. A single line near the end of the press release states "‌Apple TV‌+ is now simply ‌Apple TV‌, with a vibrant... Read more »
  • 'F1: The Movie' Coming to Apple TV+ on Friday, December 12
    Apple today announced that "F1: The Movie" will finally be available to stream on Apple TV+ starting on Friday, December 12. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer alongside F1 legend Lewis Hamilton, the film stars Brad Pitt as a veteran driver attempting a classic comeback. According to... Read more »
  • Get Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited for $29.99/Month for Your First Year
    Disney recently introduced a new promotion on its streaming service, offering a bundle of Disney+ (with ads), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN Unlimited for $29.99 per month for your first year. This offer represents a savings of over 39 percent on the bundle, and after your first year ends it... Read more »
  • iPhone Air to Launch in China This Week
    The iPhone Air will be available for pre-order in China this Friday, Apple CEO Tim Cook today said on Weibo during a visit to the country. Apple initially postponed the release of the ‌iPhone Air‌ in China while it worked with mainland authorities to resolve regulatory issues related to the... Read more »
  • Apple's Foldable iPhone Could Be Cheaper Than Expected
    Apple's long-rumored foldable iPhone may cost less to manufacture than previously expected thanks to major reductions in hinge component pricing, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a new report, Kuo said that the hinge designed for Apple's foldable ‌iPhone‌ is expected to carry an average selling price (ASP) of approximately... Read more »
  • Apple's Smart Glasses With In-Lens Display May Feature Two Modes
    Apple's second-generation smart glasses with an in-lens display may have two modes, depending on which device they are connected to. Meta Ray-Bans without an in-lens display In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said he was told a future version of Apple's smart glasses may be able to... Read more »
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    Velocity Micro - Blog

  • CPU Overclocking in 2026
    One question we often get – is CPU overclocking still a thing, and do we recommend it? CPU overclocking –… The post CPU Overclocking in 2026 appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • What is an NPU and Why You May Need One in Your Next PC Build
    What is an NPU? If you’ve been following the latest PC hardware launches, you’ve probably heard a new acronym popping… The post What is an NPU and Why You May Need One in Your Next PC Build appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • Threadripper 9000 is Here. Learn More About This Workstation Platform
    Threadripper 9000 is here! AMD’s flagship workstation platform was released in July with IO and IPC along with all new… The post Threadripper 9000 is Here. Learn More About This Workstation Platform appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • AMD Radeon AI PRO R9700
      Redefining Local AI Performance As AI development increasingly shifts from cloud to local environments, professionals are running into a… The post AMD Radeon AI PRO R9700 appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • RTX 6000 Pro Blackwell
    RTX 6000 Pro – Unmatched Performance for Professionals NVIDIA has once again raised the bar for professional graphics with the… The post RTX 6000 Pro Blackwell appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • Trading Computers: Building the Best
    When it comes to building the best trading computers, performance isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. In the fast-paced world… The post Trading Computers: Building the Best appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
  • Radeon vs GeForce: RTX 50 Series vs Radeon RX 9000 GPUs
    If you’re building or upgrading a gaming or content creation PC in 2025, you’re likely facing the classic question: Radeon… The post Radeon vs GeForce: RTX 50 Series vs Radeon RX 9000 GPUs appeared first on Custom Gaming & Workstation PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
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    Tech Digest

  • BYD Seal Hybrid offers 1,243 mile range, 4Chan refusing to pay Ofcom fine
    China’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, BYD, has officially unveiled the 2026 Seal 05 DM-i, a new plug-in hybrid that sets a new industry benchmark with an astounding total driving range […] The post BYD Seal Hybrid offers 1,243 mile range, 4Chan refusing to pay Ofcom fine appeared first on Tech... Read more »
  • Vodafone suffers major national outage, affecting over 130,000 UK customers
    Vodafone’s mobile and broadband services across the UK were hit by a major national outage on Monday afternoon (October 13th, 2025), with over 130,000 customers reporting problems at the height […] The post Vodafone suffers major national outage, affecting over 130,000 UK customers appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts:... Read more »
  • Millions of private chats exposed in ‘AI Girlfriend’ app cyberleak
    A critical security flaw has exposed the deeply personal conversations and private data of over 400,000 users from two popular AI companion apps, “Chattee Chat” and “GiMe Chat.” Cybernews researchers […] The post Millions of private chats exposed in ‘AI Girlfriend’ app cyberleak appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts:... Read more »
  • Qantas customer data leaked on dark web after cyber attack. What to do if you’ve been affected
    The personal information of over five million Qantas customers has been illegally published on the dark web, months after a major cybersecurity breach targeting the airline’s customer servicing platform. The […] The post Qantas customer data leaked on dark web after cyber attack. What to do if you’ve been affected... Read more »
  • Travel eSIMs become preferred roaming alternative as revenues jump 85%
    A new study by global tech strategists Juniper Research has revealed that embedded SIM (eSIM) packages are rapidly becoming the preferred alternative to traditional mobile roaming for international travellers. Revenue […] The post Travel eSIMs become preferred roaming alternative as revenues jump 85% appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts:... Read more »
  • Fujitsu forced to pump £80 million into UK arm following Post Office scandal
    Japanese IT behemoth Fujitsu has been forced to inject £80 million into its UK business, as the fallout from the Post Office Horizon scandal continues to devastate its commercial prospects […] The post Fujitsu forced to pump £80 million into UK arm following Post Office scandal appeared first on Tech... Read more »
  • Netherlands takes control of China-owned chip maker Nexperia
    In an extraordinary move, the Dutch government has taken control of China-owned semiconductor maker Nexperia to ensure a sufficient supply of its chips remain available in Europe amid rising global […] The post Netherlands takes control of China-owned chip maker Nexperia appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts: Nvidia to... Read more »
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    ITIGIC

  • Is Smart Wi-Fi Better Than Traditional Wi-Fi?
    Picture yourself strolling from your living room to the kitchen while streaming your favorite show, confident that the video won’t pause or stop. Or lying on [...] The post Is Smart Wi-Fi Better Than Traditional Wi-Fi? first appeared on ITIGIC.... Read more »
  • How Smart WiFi Technology Works
    Picture a society where your WiFi never delays, your video calls never freeze, and your streaming experience is as smooth as turning pages of a [...] The post How Smart WiFi Technology Works first appeared on ITIGIC.... Read more »
  • Top 3 Amazfit Smartwatches: Unbeatable Quality at Affordable Prices
    Explore the top 3 Amazfit smartwatches that offer exceptional quality at affordable prices, combining advanced features with stylish designs to meet your needs. The post Top 3 Amazfit Smartwatches: Unbeatable Quality at Affordable Prices first appeared on ITIGIC.... Read more »
  • Prevent Google from Closing Your Account: Steps to Stay Active
    Google will delete accounts inactive for over two years starting December 2023. Learn how to keep your account active and safeguard your data. The post Prevent Google from Closing Your Account: Steps to Stay Active first appeared on ITIGIC.... Read more »
  • Can’t Find Apple Intelligence? Discover the Reasons Here
    Learn why Apple Intelligence might be missing from your iPhone and how to ensure your device is compatible and updated to access this innovative feature. The post Can’t Find Apple Intelligence? Discover the Reasons Here first appeared on ITIGIC.... Read more »
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    Droid Life | Opinionated Android news.

  • Galaxy S25 Edge is Almost $500 Off at the Moment
    We’re still not sure if anyone bought into the idea of Samsung’s ultra thin Edge phone, but with the discounts it keeps seeing, it might be time to take a look at one. At almost $500 off, you can own the Galaxy S25 Edge, no trade-ins required. Amazon might be... Read more »
  • Pixel Watch 4 Called “Most Repairable Smartwatch” by iFixit
    Google has been heavily criticized over the years for the lack of repairability with its Pixel Watch. From the original up through the Pixel Watch 3, there simply was no option to fix a Pixel Watch if the display broke or the battery needed to be replaced. If you cracked... Read more »
  • Google Explains Gearless Hinge System on Pixel 10 Pro Fold
    Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a completely redesigned hinge system, one that has no gears. It’s a gearless hinge. This is a big deal because gears can wear down over time, as well as get crud stuck up in there. Google’s new hinge system has been designed to open and... Read more »
  • Galaxy XR Headset Images Leaked, Launch Still Rumored for October
    Images of Samsung’s upcoming XR headset, fittingly called Galaxy XR, have made it online for all to see. The headset was previously rumored to launch this month, but there has been no word from Samsung. The latest intel suggests pre registration will begin as early as next week, followed by... Read more »
  • Where are the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Updates?
    You might be wondering why your Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, or Pixel 6a isn’t seeing an October update or why it missed an update in July, but then received a current build in September? We certainly are. Here’s what we know as of today on Pixel 6 updates. Yesterday,... Read more »
  • T-Mobile Quietly Increases Late Payment Fee to $10
    Paying your bill on-time is going to be more important than ever at T-Mobile come November 1. Minimum late fees are increasing, so be aware if you aren’t on autopay. Last week, T-Mobile quietly updated its fee page to show that late fees would be increasing from $7 to $10... Read more »
  • Here’s Everything Fixed in Pixel October Patch
    Google began shipping out the October patch to all of its supported Pixel devices today. The company says all Pixel units running Android 16 should begin to receive it shortly. Inside, there are a few notable big fixes that we want to share. Specifically, there is a fix for screen... Read more »
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    Engadget

  • Google's Nano Banana AI-image editing is coming to Search, NotebookLM and Photos
    Google's Nano Banana AI image editor became something of a viral sensation when it launched last month. Now the tool is being integrated into a bunch of pre-existing Google products, like Search, NotebookLM and Photos. Perhaps the most notable integration here is with NotebookLM. Nano Banana is being used to... Read more »
  • California enacts age-gate law for app stores
    California has become the latest state to age-gate app stores and operating systems. AB 1043 is one of several internet regulation bills that Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on Monday, including ones related to social media warning labels, chatbots and deepfake pornography. The State Assembly passed AB 1043 with a... Read more »
  • Get up to $700 off a new Microsoft Copilot+ PC before Windows 10 support ends
    Best Buy is holding a sitewide sale on Microsoft Copilot+ PCs with steep discounts up to $700 off. This is fantastic timing, given that Microsoft ends official support for Windows 10 this week. If you're thinking about upgrading, now is likely the time. One cool deal here is for a... Read more »
  • SpaceX will attempt Starship's 11th flight test on Monday
    SpaceX is gearing up for the 11th flight test of its Starship megarocket, which will launch from its Starbase in Texas as early as Monday. The launch window opens on October 13 at 7:15PM ET. You'll be able to watch live starting 30 minutes before liftoff on the SpaceX website... Read more »
  • Slack is transforming its Slackbot into a 'personalized AI companion'
    I've been using Slack for like a decade and the platform's proprietary chatbot, Slackbot, has always been a bit underwhelming. It can deliver reminders and notifications and, well, that's about it. That could change in the near future, as the platform is testing a redesigned Slackbot that's chock full of... Read more »
  • VideoWindows 10 support ends tomorrow, but here's how to get an extra year for free
    You'll get access to Windows 10 a little longer by doing this. (Getty Images) Are you still running Windows 10 on your PC? Starting tomorrow, October 14, Microsoft is moving the software to "end of life" status. What does that mean for you? While Windows 10 PCs will continue to... Read more »
  • OpenAI is making its own AI chips with Broadcom's help
    A Broadcom logo and a computer motherboard appear in this illustration taken August 25, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/IllustrationREUTERS / ReutersOpenAI is hungry for as much compute power as it can get its hands on, and the company has signed another deal with a chipmaker to help make that happen. This time... Read more »