The WGA is also suing to block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger
It seems some people take issue with one billionaire family overseeing a third of the...
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Three publishers challenge Google over AI copyright infringement
It's the latest in a barrage of efforts to win compensation from AI companies over...
California’s MyFirstEV provides a $3,500 instant rebate to first-time buyers
The Fed dropped the ball, but California's new program will provide up to $3,500 in...
An Apple Arcade version of Madden NFL 27 will arrive on August 7
EA's football sim series is making its debut on Apple Arcade.
What’s the difference between active noise canceling and passive?
The frustrating science of keeping your ears from doing their job.
New York enacts first US ban on data center construction
New York has become the first US state to place a moratorium on the construction...
Google bought all of a major solar farm’s output to offset its dirty data center emissions
Google has struck a deal to purchase a major solar project's entire electrical output to...
iCloud+ vs. Apple One: Which is worth it for you?
The two subscription services offer more than just extra storage, but getting the right one...
A ransomware negotiator who colluded with attackers to scam victims was sentenced to 70 months in prison
Angelo Martino helped scam ransomware victims out of over $75 million, officials said.
Los Angeles law enforcement will stop using Flock cameras
The Los Angeles police department did not renew its contract with Flock due to data...
Public betas for iOS 27, macOS 27 and more Apple platforms are now available
Try the new Siri AI and system-wide performance improvements.
Please let this hot pink Pixel 11 leak be real
Bring on the magenta and peach.
Microsoft is making the Windows Search Box more streamlined and useful
Bit by bit, Windows 11 is healing.
TV-logging app TV Time is functionally relaunching as parent company pivots to AI
Bingers is expected to launch by the end of July as a replacement for TV...
State AGs sue to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger
A dozen state attorneys general filed an antitrust lawsuit to stop the Paramount / Warner...
You can easily scan QR codes that are already on your phone
Android and iOS both have built-in tools to easily open QR codes from screenshots.
Oppo Watch X3 review: Come for the battery, stay for the versatility
Oppo's Watch X3 is a Wear OS watch that'll outlast all of its rivals.
Europe takes step toward social media ban for kids
Following a worrying new report, Europe is taking steps toward barring children from using social...
Waze rolls out new AI features including Motorcycle and ‘Less Chatty’ modes
Like Google Maps, Waze is going all-in on Gemini.
Why GameCube games are so expensive (and why they’re rarely sold at retro stores)
Vintage games can be hard to find, but Nintendo GameCube titles are exceptionally elusive.
Xbox gamer wins lawsuit against Microsoft to restore account and digital library
Microsoft also has to pay roughly $400 in damages to the user.
What are your plans for AI Appreciation Day?
The best way to celebrate AI Appreciation Day is to not.
Summer Games Done Quick once again raises over $2 million for Doctors Without Borders
The annual speedrunning marathon event ran from July 5-11.
Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files, China’s Tianwen-2 reaches its asteroid target, and more science stories
Catch up on the most interesting science news from the last week.