Can Safeworld convince people that gen AI robots won’t hurt them?
Safeworld is building digital humans to make sure robots don't hurt the real ones.
Read at TechCrunch →Best Power Banks (2026): My Picks After Testing Over 100
Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks.
Read at Wired →Withings BodyScan 2 Review: Worth Its Weight
After months of testing, this high-end smart scale has made me rethink how much a bathroom weigh-in can tell me.
Read at Wired →Omega Has New Bond Watches Even If There Isn’t a New James Bond
With no new 007 actor named and no film in the near future, Omega has had to get creative to keep its lucrative spy watch train running.
Read at Wired →A Prediction Market About the Past? Sure, Why Not!
As prediction markets surge in popularity, a new platform called Verifact Markets is pushing the concept even further, letting users trade on “disputed facts.”
Read at Wired →Staples Print and Marketing Services Review: Fast Holiday Gifts
Staples’s printing service offers fast pickup and in-store experts who can help you get your family photos, novelty gifts, and business documents looking exactly how you want.
Read at Wired →Google's Fitbit Edge leaks out with a screen and Pixel 11 colors
The upcoming Fitbit Edge looks like a replacement for the Fitbit Charge last seen in 2023.
Read at Engadget →People really hate AI, so why can’t they get enough?
Over the summer I talked to the CEO of Springboards, a startup building an LLM that’s designed to come up with a wider variety of responses than its mainstream rivals do. At the start of the call, he said something…
Read at MIT Tech Review →EmTech Future 2026: When AI Meets Everything
Yossi Matias, Vice President & Head of Google Research, explores how AI is beginning to reshape biology, infrastructure, manufacturing, and science, and why its greatest impact may come when it intersects with other fields.  Step inside the newsroom with our…
Read at MIT Tech Review →What are the benefits of having a second monitor?
Adding a second monitor is a huge upgrade, even if you aren't doing intensive work like editing video or accounting. More screen space is always helpful.
Read at Engadget →How did retro consoles handle graphics before modern GPUs?
Graphics chips could draw but not compute, until the Xbox arrived.
Read at Engadget →The reason the Mac mini is cheaper than a MacBook
If you're trying to decide between a MacBook and a Mac mini, you might be interested to know why there's a price difference.
Read at Engadget →You should avoid using a screen protector on your MacBook — here's why
Screen protectors can do more harm than good.
Read at Engadget →Every Starlink Dish Available: How To Know Which Setup May Be Right For You
Everyone has different needs when it comes to internet connectivity, and Starlink's dish selection caters to a many applications, from stationary to mobile.
Read at Engadget →When is it worth getting a sound card for your PC?
Whether or not adding a sound card makes sense really depends on how you're regularly using your PC.
Read at Engadget →The popular Apple features you won't be getting with the iPhone Duo
The iPhone Duo lacks a few features we're used to seeing on other iPhones.
Read at Engadget →How the iPhone Duo will improve your group selfies
The iPhone Duo's foldable form factor allows for more placement options, but there are also new camera features you should know about.
Read at Engadget →How to improve your iPhone's call quality
Your iPhone should handle calls reliably, but if you can't hear the other person or calls aren't stable, it's time to run through a few fixes.
Read at Engadget →Google froze its open source bug bounty program due to a ‘significant rise’ in AI submissions
AI slop seems to be overwhelming bug bounty programs.
Read at TechCrunch →Can ‘super intelligence’ and a non-binding safety pact solve AI’s image problem?
On Equity, we discussed the Trump administration's attempts to rebrand AI.
Read at TechCrunch →The upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro is reportedly 'significantly lighter': Specs, Price, and What's New
The upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro is reportedly 'significantly lighter' specs, price and availability
Read full article →Five iPhone 18 Pro features you'll want to try the second you unbox it
The iPhone 18 Pro doesn't have a super long list of improvements, but these upgrades are still worth a try.
Read at Engadget →What does V-Sync actually do to your PC's frames per second?
It can fix some problems, but create others.
Read at Engadget →A fourth RuneScape game is under development using Unreal Engine: Specs, Price, and What's New
A fourth RuneScape game is under development using Unreal Engine specs, price and availability
Read full article →What causes screen tearing and how can you fix it?
Screen tearing is a distracting and ugly problem, but you have several ways to combat it to keep your games running smoothly.
Read at Engadget →Sony digital camera model numbers explained: Bigger isn't always better
Everything you need to know about Sony's alphanumeric naming schemes.
Read at Engadget →How to disable or restrict your iPhone's Apple Intelligence features
You have a lot of control over AI on your iPhone.
Read at Engadget →TechCrunch Mobility: Reining in robotaxis
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Read at TechCrunch →Here's what you should do if only one of your AirPods is working
If only one AirPod isn't working, you have several options for troubleshooting and getting your audio back.
Read at Engadget →Trump unveils his new Super Intelligence Force
This new task force is Trump's latest response to the debate over AI safety.
Read at TechCrunch →Do gaming routers really make a difference?
Gaming routers have fancy designs and a few special features, but they can't fix every problem with your network setup.
Read at Engadget →The pros and cons of enabling Wi-Fi calling
Wi-Fi calling can help a lot if you're in an area with a weak cellular connection, but you should know the drawbacks before jumping in.
Read at Engadget →How getting rid of some USB gadgets can improve your bad Wi-Fi
A bit of decluttering can go a long way toward improving your Wi-Fi.
Read at Engadget →Why you shouldn't sync your phone to a rental car
Unless you pay attention, your contacts could end up forever stored in the car.
Read at Engadget →Internet speeds vs. bandwidth: What's the difference?
Knowing your internet speed is important, but bandwidth is another important metric that many people overlook.
Read at Engadget →What is infill in 3D printing and is it necessary?
The infill settings you use for your 3D prints can make or break them - literally. Let's talk about what infill does and how you should use it.
Read at Engadget →Customizing your Samsung Galaxy phone is a bit easier with One UI 9: Specs, Price, and What's New
Customizing your Samsung Galaxy phone is a bit easier with One UI 9 specs, price and availability — Availability, Weight
Read full article →How to use Android's Motion Assist feature to help with motion sickness
Google's Motion Assist uses moving shapes on your Android's screen to help combat motion sickness. Here's how it works and how to enable it.
Read at Engadget →How much does DDR5 RAM speed matter for gaming?
Wondering whether DDR5 speed impacts your gaming performance? Dive into how memory bandwidth and latency influence frame rates and overall gameplay.
Read at Engadget →15 Best Office Chairs of 2026—We Tested 70 to Pick Them
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
Read at Wired →The Best Gifts Under $25 for Everyone on Your List (2026)
We found genuinely good presents for home cooks, teens, coffee lovers, and the person who already has everything.
Read at Wired →The Best Online Gift Cards and Digital Gift Ideas (2026)
Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.
Read at Wired →Meta Glasses Nova (Gen 3) Review: Not Much New
Meta and Ray-Ban’s new smart glasses have slightly better batteries and mics. And yes, they still have cameras.
Read at Wired →Rural Data Centers Are in for a Big Federal Tax Break
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, data center projects in rural areas could be eligible for major tax benefits starting next year. Some hyperscalers do not seem eager to take the free cash.
Read at Wired →Keurig Alta First-Look: No More Plastic K-Cups
Keurig is ready to ditch the K-Cup with a compostable and plastic- and aluminum-free coffee pod, but the price is steep.
Read at Wired →Elusive ‘Geoneutrinos’ Are Building a New Map of Earth’s Volatile Interior
A global network of detectors are reporting some of the most substantial measurements yet of neutrinos created deep underground by the radioactive elements that power our planet’s tectonic activity.
Read at Wired →What are amplifiers for and how important are they to your sound system's quality?
If you're looking into a new sound system, you may be wondering if you need an amplifier as well. Here's how to tell and why amps even matter.
Read at Engadget →How has Apple's Mac Studio changed over the years?
Explore how Apple's Mac Studio has evolved, with internal upgrades, performance gains, and subtle design changes shaping each new generation of the desktop.
Read at Engadget →What's the difference between battery capacity and battery life?
Battery capacity often plays into battery life, but an impressive capacity stat doesn't translate to excellent battery life.
Read at Engadget →Why is this the only pink MacBook available right now?
Is it too much to ask for some more colorful laptops?
Read at Engadget →This little-known app lets you display song lyrics on Apple CarPlay
You can host your own episode of Carpool Karaoke with the Dynamic Lyrics CarPlay widget.
Read at Engadget →Why this ancient cable still connects to modern TVs with a simple adapter
DVI to HDMI adapters are a cheap and simple way to connect up old hardware, but don't expect miracles.
Read at Engadget →How to improve your laptop's webcam quality
Your laptop's webcam is not usually an impressive piece of hardware, but you can help make up for its shortcomings.
Read at Engadget →Online retailers that don't support digital wallets are losing Gen Z customers
A study suggests younger people are more likely to walk away if their preferred payment option isn't supported.
Read at Engadget →ICE is reportedly using a Palantir database to compile dossiers on protestors
An attorney representing protestors said this infringes on First Amendment rights.
Read at Engadget →Federal judge calls Flock ‘indiscriminate mass surveillance’
A federal judge ruled that a sheriff’s deputy violated a woman’s Fourth Amendment rights when using Flock to search for her license plate without a warrant.
Read at TechCrunch →How to check the temperature of your PC's CPU
There's some solid free software that can help you keep tabs on your computer's health.
Read at Engadget →Amazon responds to data center backlash, says it no longer uses NDAs
The CEO of Amazon Web Services tried to push back against widespread suspicion of data centers.
Read at TechCrunch →Ethernet cables can do more than just improve home internet
With some add-ons, these can gain a second life.
Read at Engadget →Capcom plans to use AI to speed up the game development process
The company previously said it won't use AI-generated content in its games.
Read at Engadget →The Nvidia Shield TV Is 7 Years Old. It Just Got a $100 Price Hike
The price of anything with memory is skyrocketing thanks to AI. Aging streaming devices are no exception.
Read at Wired →The original PlayStation 2 security chip has been reverse engineered
A long‑hidden PS2 security component has finally been decoded, revealing surprising design choices and opening the door to fresh hardware insights.
Read at Engadget →OpenAI safety employee resigns, claiming the company’s ‘culture is broken’
By his own admission, David Robinson is “something of a cliché”: an employee at a leading AI company who issues a dire warning while resigning from their job.
Read at TechCrunch →How to customize Camera Control on your iPhone
Take a closer look at the iPhone's Camera Control feature and why tweaking it can change the way you shoot, even if you've never touched it before.
Read at Engadget →Former OpenAI employee says AI should be regulated like nuclear power plants: Specs, Price, and What's New
Former OpenAI employee says AI should be regulated like nuclear power plants specs, price and availability
Read full article →Why Windows 11 is always using so much RAM
Windows 11 might be using a lot of your RAM, which isn't a problem unless you experience poor performance. It helps your system run more smoothly.
Read at Engadget →iPhone Duo vs. iPad Mini: Which Apple device is right for you?
Apple's iPhone Duo provides a tablet-like experience with its inside screen, but this might not be better than a dedicated iPad for you.
Read at Engadget →Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat disappears from app stores in India after government order
Bitchat has become largely unavailable in India as a result of the restrictions.
Read at TechCrunch →One missing Google Docs feature has a pretty easy workaround
Dark mode is available on the Google Docs mobile app, but not the web version. Luckily, there are some ways to achieve dark mode on the web anyway.
Read at Engadget →Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies
Vessev hopes its electric hydrofoil ferry will change the way people and cities think about boats.
Read at TechCrunch →What does FDM stand for in 3D printing and how does it work?
FDM stands for fused deposition modeling, but what does that mean, and how does it differ from other 3D printing methods? Let's find out.
Read at Engadget →All the AI agents that can live in your text messages
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
Read at TechCrunch →Spotify billionaire’s body scan startup has come to America
Farooq Abbasi, an investor in Neko Health, talked to Equity about the hot health tech company and what's next for it.
Read at TechCrunch →How to know it's time to replace your Apple Pencil's tip
Your Apple Pencil tips won't last forever.
Read at Engadget →What's the difference between Google Pay and Google Wallet?
The history of Google Wallet and Google Pay has led to a great deal of confusion.
Read at Engadget →How Apple's Thunderbolt ports are different from USB-C
Your Mac might have a combination of Thunderbolt and standard USB-C ports, each with different capabilities.
Read at Engadget →California will fine robotaxi companies if their vehicles block first responders
California's new rule will penalize robotaxi companies if their vehicles block first responders for more than 30 minutes.
Read at Engadget →This is one of the cheapest ways to add Dolby Atmos to your TV
Immersive sound doesn't have to break the bank.
Read at Engadget →How to adjust the audio quality in Apple Music
Apple Music offers both lossless streaming and EQ features, if you know where to look.
Read at Engadget →Is a Nintendo 3DS still worth buying in 2026?
The Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo's last true portable console. While it stopped getting new games long ago, it can still be a great option.
Read at Engadget →10 Handy Ways To Reuse Your Old Android Phone
Before you toss that aging Android, see how it can become a surprisingly handy tool in your daily routine with a few creative repurposing ideas.
Read at Engadget →Muse Creates Detailed Profiles of All Your Friends and Family
Millions have downloaded Meta’s AI agent Muse. But getting it to do your bidding comes with privacy costs.
Read at Wired →Photography adventures, chaotic sheepherding and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, indie game Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an absolute blast.
Read at Engadget →How to Collect CDs
Fed up with paying to stream music you’ll never actually own? Give the little silver disc a spin. Here’s how to start a CD collection or get more out of one you already have.
Read at Wired →The Best E-Readers That Aren't a Kindle (2026): Kobo, Boox
Want to untether your reading from Amazon? These Kindle alternatives deserve a spot on your nightstand.
Read at Wired →Best Mosquito Repellents for Your Yard: What Works and What Doesn’t (2026)
After years of testing repellents, traps, and sprays, I found a few ways to keep the bugs at bay—and plenty that aren’t worth the effort.
Read at Wired →A Decade-Long Experiment Is Unlocking the Mysteries of the Ocean’s ‘Deep Reefs’
Scientists left structures up to 100 meters under the surface. Here’s what they found when they retrieved them 10 years later.
Read at Wired →20% Off Brooks Promo Code | October 2026
Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.
Read at Wired →50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | October 2026
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
Read at Wired →Surfshark Promo Codes: 87% Off | October 2026
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
Read at Wired →Klook Promo Code: 25% Off October 2026
Maximize your travel budget with our expert guide to finding Klook coupons, app-exclusive deals, and payment discounts on tours, hotels, and transport.
Read at Wired →Hoka Coupon Codes: 30% Off in October 2026
Unlock free expedited shipping or 10% off with today’s Hoka discount codes, plus save up to 30% with the best discounts for October 2026.
Read at Wired →Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off October 2026
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order of $49, 50% off pet food, and more October 2026 discounts.
Read at Wired →Apple acknowledges AT&T network bug on iPhone 18 Pro Max
Experiencing SOS mode on your iPhone 18 Pro Max with AT&T? Apple confirms a hardware issue and details who needs a replacement.
Read at Engadget →Meta wants your next gadget to be Muse-infused
Meta wants Muse in your TV and your toaster, so it's giving the code away for free.
Read at TechCrunch →Sanders introduces bill to ban the federal government from using Flock
The proposed legislation would extend to all automotica license plate readers.
Read at TechCrunch →Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents
Meta says FDA isn't sufficient to Muse reading messages. Apple begs to differ.
Read at Ars Technica →Lyft agrees to pay $272.5 million to settle worker classification lawsuit
Uber and Lyft were sued by the state of California in 2020 for misclassifying employees as contractors.
Read at Engadget →Sean Parker is rebuilding Stability AI around music
Sean Parker, who once taught the music industry what asking for forgiveness looks like, is now back with the labels' blessing and money.
Read at TechCrunch →Meta wants people to build their own Muse gadgets, too
The company also created its own smart home device, the Muse Home Link
Read at Engadget →Batomon Showdown is the hottest new auto battler on the block
Batomon Showdown is like Pokémon meets Super Auto Pets.
Read at Engadget →ICE Has Been Dumping Protester Photos Into a Palantir Database
DHS agents not only tracked and intimidated people observing ICE activity in Maine, but stored information about them in a Palantir-built database, newly unsealed court filings say.
Read at Wired →Samsung and Google are raising prices on their budget phones
Line go up (bad version).
Read at Engadget →Apple sounds the alarm on AI agents and 'Full Disk Access'
There's an increasingly high cost to convenience.
Read at Engadget →Affected by layoffs? Don’t miss this $75 deal for your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Expo+ Pass
Your next opportunity could be one conversation away. Get your Expo+ Pass for just $75. Limited to the first 100 qualifying people.
Read at TechCrunch →This Shoe Company’s Instagram Ad With a Frat Is Pissing People Off
A collaborative Instagram post between footwear line HEYDUDE and a University of Florida frat is sparking backlash due to sexual cyberharassment allegations against two former members.
Read at Wired →Apple says it’s tightening macOS ‘Full Disk Access’ controls due to new risks from AI agents
Apple says it will add new controls around macOS’s Full Disk Access permission, warning that increasingly capable AI agents make broad access to users’ files, messages, mail, and browsing history riskier.
Read at TechCrunch →iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Comparing their displays and batteries
Not much else differentiates them, which isn't a bad thing.
Read at Engadget →It’s not AI anymore, it’s ‘super intelligence’ (according to the White House)
This week, the White House got nearly every major tech CEO in one room — Zuckerberg, Bezos, Musk, and Anthropic’s Dario Amodei among them — to sign an AI safety pledge that President Donald Trump called “morally binding.” Trump also signed an executive order officially rebranding AI as “super intelligence,” and…
Read at TechCrunch →TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Blackstone’s Jas Khaira on building the next generation of AI giants
Blackstone's Jas Khaira will take the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 on building next-gen AI. Register for your pass and get 50% off a second.
Read at TechCrunch →Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra vs Apple iPad Pro: Here's how they stack up
Choosing between these two powerhouse tablets is probably simpler than you think.
Read at Engadget →YouTube takes aim at clipper accounts, will prioritize original Shorts
But will it hurt creators clipping their own longform videos?
Read at Engadget →Circuit Breaker Labs hopes to make AI safer for your kids (and you)
With all the talk about how AI might one day kill us all, it's easy to forget that AI has already harmed some people psychologically. Circuit Breaker Labs has created "crash-test dummies" to solve that.
Read at TechCrunch →The NHL Is Releasing Its Own ‘Hot’ Fanfic. Romance Lovers Hate It
The league is releasing romance-style audio stories to promote games. Critics say it’s cheap pandering that doesn’t address toxic masculinity in the sport.
Read at Wired →Soon-to-be merged Paramount and Warner Bros. will be known as Skydance going forward
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison announced the new name in a social media post.
Read at Engadget →These AI Experts Want to Do High-Stakes Research Out in the Open
Many frontier labs keep their risky research locked away. Trillium Labs wants to show off its work when it comes to self-improvement and model behavior.
Read at Wired →Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery to become Skydance
The roughly $110 billion deal is expected to close October 6.
Read at TechCrunch →Redefining enterprise intelligence with autonomous AI
Enterprise AI is no longer a future ambition. It is in full operational flight. Model capabilities are advancing faster than most organizations can absorb, while the cost of performance continues to fall. Globally, AI investment is set to reach $2.5…
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