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SpaceX is building a $100 billion 'Starbase' launch site in Louisiana

'We're preparing to build a spaceport that, until now, has only existed in science fiction,'

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 12:35 pm

Bitcoin Holds Near $79,000 as Profit-Taking and US Data Put Rally to Test

Bitcoin is consolidating after briefly crossing $81,000, with ETF inflows and improving liquidity supporting the broader market. However, large holders are booking profits, while investors await US PCE inflation and GDP data for clues on the Federal Reserves next move.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 12:08 pm

Realme P4s 5G Launched in India With 8,000mAh Battery, 50-Megapixel Rear Camera: Price, Specifications

Realme P4s 5G has been launched in India as the launched in India as the latest addition to the company's P4 lineup. The handset is set to go on sale in India on September 3 at 12 pm IST via Flipkart. The Realme P4s 5G will be available for purchase in Electric Cyan and Titanium Grey colour options. The Realme P4s 5G is a dual-SIM smartphone that ships with the Realme UI 7.0, which is based on Android 16. The phone sports a 6.8-inch 1.5K (1,272 x 2,772 pixels) Samsung M14 AMOLED display. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 12:08 pm

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live, Launch Set for Next Month

CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, featuring improved visuals, performance, and gameplay. The remastered version of the game will launch as a free upgrade for existing The Witcher 3 owners on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X next month. It will also be available on Nintendo Switch 2.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 11:59 am

iQOO 16 Geekbench Listing Reveals Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro Performance Figures

iQOO 16 is widely believed to be unveiled as the companys latest flagship smartphone later this year. Before its making its global debut, the purported handset is expected to be first launched in China. While the Vivo sub-brand has yet to confirm the smartphone, it has now appeared on a benchmarking site. The listing not only sheds light on some of the iQOO 16s internal hardware, but also confirms its moniker.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 11:43 am

Philips Teases Key Specifications of its Upcoming Smartphone in India: Amazon Availability Confirmed

Philips first teased its plans to launch smartphones in India in October 2025, but the brand has remained relatively quiet on the smartphone front since then. Now, Philips appears to be gearing up for its India debut, with a dedicated smartphone

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 11:25 am

WhatsApp Gets Advanced Passkey, 2FA and Call Screening Features to Enhance Security, Privacy

WhatsApp has announced that more than one billion users have enabled passkeys for their WhatsApp accounts. Adding to this, the tech giant says that users who have their WhatsApp accounts logged in on both Android and iOS can now add more than one passkey to their account. On top of this, the instant messaging platform has added a new ability to its two-step verification process. The company has announced that users can now set up a full password, which is longer and alphanumeric, while also containing special characters. Lastly, WhatsApp has announced a new, smarter call screening feature for WhatsApp for Android.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 11:22 am

Philips Set to Launch New 5G-Supported Smartphone in India, Amazon Availability Confirmed

Philips S7221 has appeared on an Amazon microsite ahead of its India launch, revealing several details about the upcoming smartphone. The handset will offer 6GB or 8GB of RAM with up to 256GB of storage and will support 5G connectivity. It will feature a 120Hz display, dual stereo speakers and a 64-megapixel AI-assisted rear camera. The phone will also include a 16-megapixel front camera and IP64-rated dust and splash resistance. Philips has not yet announced its price or launch date.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 10:56 am

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for August 26, 2026: Get Access to the Latest In-game Loot

Unlock the potential of Garena Free Fire Max with the Redeem Codes available on August 26, 2026. They grant you an upper hand against adversaries or allow you to customize your character's appearance with complimentary in-game items. These codes open doors

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 10:37 am

Samsung One UI 9 Brings Easier iPhone Data Transfer and AirDrop Support

Samsung is making it easier for iPhone users to switch to Galaxy smartphones with new migration features introduced with One UI 9. The latest software update simplifies the transfer process while allowing users to move more personal data from an iPhone

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 10:30 am

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Wired 26 Aug 2026 10:30 am

ChatGPT Can Now Create Custom Sticker Packs for WhatsApp and iMessage

OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT sticker maker that lets users create personalised sticker packs from their ideas, photos and inside jokes. The feature allows users to generate custom stickers and share them directly in conversations on WhatsApp and iMessage. Available

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 9:50 am

WhatsApp Users Are Getting New Protection Against Hackers and Scammers

WhatsApp has introduced new security features designed to protect users from account takeovers, spam calls and other digital threats. The latest update brings cross-platform passkeys, stronger two-step verification and additional caller information for unknown numbers. These changes are aimed at making

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 9:20 am

Poco F9 Ultra Confirmed to Feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Chip; Pro Model to Use Binned Version

The Poco F9 series is all set to be launched in the global markets soon. The company recently confirmed that its upcoming performance-focussed lineup will include two models Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra, with the vanilla F9 variant unlikely to debut. Both models expected to be based on the Redmi K100 series smartphones sold in China. The Xiaomi sub-brand has now revealed that the Poco F9 series will be powered by Qualcomms flagship mobile chipset.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 8:53 am

Motorola Android 17 Update Rolls Out in India: New UI, AI Features and Security Upgrades

Motorola has officially started rolling out the Android 17 update to eligible smartphones in India. The major software update will be released in phases, beginning with Motorola's flagship Signature series before expanding to other supported devices in the coming months. The

Gizbot 26 Aug 2026 8:47 am

Adam Mosseri says it's 'news to me' that Instagram employees limited his exposure to teen safety data

The head of Instagram is the first high-profile exec to testify in the latest social media addiction trial.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 4:38 am

Here are three sick Gibson guitar controllers made for Stage Tour's Dec. 10 release

CRKD is mining nostalgia for its latest guitar trio.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 4:12 am

Lego Skylines is a cozy city builder from the studio that's repairing Cities: Skylines II

Iceflake Studios is preparing a cozy new city builder centered on the famous bricks.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 4:00 am

Instagram adds feature that automatically trims clips for Reels

First Draft takes care of the busywork of video editing.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 3:16 am

A remastered The Witcher 3 will be released September 29

Current owners of the popular RPG will get the upgrade for free.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 2:50 am

Free accounts can now access ChatGPT's upgraded task scheduling tool

Meanwhile, paid accounts can configure prompts to trigger when things happen in Gmail, Slack or GitHub.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 2:47 am

Upgrade your lawn care with the 60V 21-inch Greenworks cordless self-propelled electric mower + 2x batteries at $440 ($260 off)

Over at Amazon you can find the Greenworks 60V 21-inch 4-in-1 Self-Propelled Cordless Electric Lawn Mower with 2x 4.0Ah batteries discounted to $439.99 shipped, matching the price were seeing direct from the brands website . Down from a $700 full price, discounts this year have mostly kept the costs above $499, though there were drops to $460 and $430 back during Prime Day in June. The deal here gives you the next-best deal behind that Prime Day pricing, with $260 savings, or you can check out the brands other tool deals in the official Amazon storefront here.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 2:46 am

Apple Maps Ads Are Here, and There

Ads in Apple Maps are live in the United States and Canada, which means iPhone and iPad users will see them when searching for locations and when viewing Suggested Places. Apple announced plans to bring ads to the Maps app in March, and said the feature would roll out starting in late summer. Apple confirmed to 9to5Mac that ads began showing up for users over the last few days, with ad placement to ramp up in the coming weeks. Ads are shown in Suggested Places when initiating a search and after searching if a company has bought an ad for a keyword you're looking for. Ads are shown at the top of search results, with one ad per set of search results. There is no option to turn off ads in the Maps app, but ads are clearly labeled with a blue Ad tag. Apple says ads you interact with in the Maps app are not associated with your Apple Account, and data is not shared with third parties. Apple has been preparing to launch ads all summer, with signs of ads showing up in iOS 26 updates. Apple started allowing businesses to purchase ad slots in August, offering a 15 percent credit toward future ad spend as an incentive. Ads for home services, bail bonds, and cryptocurrency ATMs are not allowed in the Maps app per Apple's Advertising Services policy . Ads that promote or reference medical services may be allowed, and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Maps ads also have to adhere to Apple's other advertising rules. Tags: Apple Ads , Apple Maps This article, Apple Maps Ads Are Here, and There's No Way to Turn Them Off first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 26 Aug 2026 2:43 am

The Witcher 3 is 11 years old, and CD Projekt Red still has remasters and expansions to keep us hooked

The Witcher 3 is getting a free remaster with major gameplay improvements this September, followed by Geralts final full expansion, Songs of the Past, in 2027.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 2:32 am

Check out this cool Cyberpunk 2077-edition Commodore 64

The revived Commodore has teamed up with CD Projekt Red to create this 2K77-themed Commodore 77.

Engadget 26 Aug 2026 2:30 am

NO LAW looks like Cyberpunk 2077 at home, but honestly, I

NO LAW, the new cyber-noir shooter from The Ascent developer Neon Giant, has finally shown its first gameplay, mixing Cyberpunk 2077-style visuals with stealth, hacking and Deus Ex-inspired choices.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 2:20 am

Get Bluetti

Over at Amazon, you can currently grab the Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station down at $219 shipped in its light sand grey colorway, while the other colorways are sitting a bit higher in price. This deal beats out Bluettis direct website , where it is keeping to its $449 MSRP, though at Amazon its been available at $299 at most in 2026, while discounts have mostly kept it down at $219 or $239, with a one-time drop this year to $199 back during Prime Day in June. Youre getting the second-lowest price of the year here while the deal lasts, saving you $80 off the going rate and $230 over buying it at its MSRP directly.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 2:04 am

Metro 2039 has no heroes. It trades hope for revenge, and I

Metro 2039s new Renegade gameplay trailer takes us back underground with denser environments, new survival tools, brutal combat, and another ominous Dark Ones tease.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:57 am

Witcher 3 Remastered announced, FREE upgrade, first look at Songs of the Past expansion, more

Straight from Opening Night Live at gamescom 2026 in Germany, we now have our very first look at the upcoming Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Songs of the Past expansion.And CD Projekt RED just revealed The Witcher 3: Remastered it releases on September 29 as a FREE upgrade for existing owners.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 1:41 am

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros puts the fate of the Iron Throne in your hands

PlaySide Studios revealed the first gameplay trailer for Game of Thrones: War for Westeros during Gamescom 2026, an officially licensed real-time strategy game launching on PC via Steam in early 2027.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:39 am

US stocks today: US stocks close higher as tech rebound puts Nvidia in focus

US stocks closed higher as technology and semiconductor shares recovered ahead of Nvidia's earnings. Lower oil prices and Treasury yields offered relief, while investors assessed AI spending and stretched valuations. Weak consumer confidence added to economic concerns, with upcoming PCE inflation data and Fed commentary keeping rate expectations in focus.

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 1:38 am

1001 Threads of Mizan is bringing Arabian Nights to life, and it looks stunning

1001 Threads of Mizan is an ambitious action RPG inspired by Arabic folklore, featuring stunning deserts, magical carpet traversal and a distinctly Middle Eastern fantasy world.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:27 am

Turn one outlet into three individually controlled sockets with this meross HomeKit smart plug at $28

meross HomeKit Outdoor Smart Plug Buy for $28 (Reg. $36) What we love You can turn one outside outlet into three individually controlled sockets with this older but less-expensive smart plug plus, it comes with Apple HomeKit support so you can set schedules, timers, and control the three sockets through the Home app.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 1:12 am

Genshin Impact creator goes dark with an RPG that looks part Elden Ring, part Monster Hunter

HoYoverse has revealed Nodus Fall, a dark fantasy co-op action game filled with colossal mythical beasts and a dramatically grimmer look than Genshin Impact.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 12:42 am

Gears of War: E-Day looks darker and more brutal than ever

Marcus Fenix has faced some terrifying enemies, but E-Day looks ready to make his life miserable all over again.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 12:31 am

New M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini pre-orders now back in-stock at Amazon

Apple debuted and launched pre-orders for its upgraded M6 Mac mini and the M5 Pro model today and pre-orders are starting to go live at Amazon. Just make sure you also scope out that next-generation Apple Polishing Cloth for $9 before it sells out completely.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 12:16 am

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Review: Better, Not Best

A polished update to Google

Wired 26 Aug 2026 12:15 am

Keep an eye on this EGO 26-inch cordless electric hedge trimmer listing at $84 off

***Note: This EGO Power+ hedge trimmer has been bouncing up and down in price for extremely short periods since early August, so if the deal disappears, be sure to check back as it is likely to return based on what weve been seeing. Amazon is giving folks another chance to grab the EGO Power+ 56V 26-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer with a 2.5Ah battery back down at $195 shipped. Down from a $279 full price, weve been recently seeing short-term drops to this low price, with the cost otherwise only dropping as low as $229 in 2026. The deal here gives you $84 savings and the lowest price we have tracked at Amazon.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 12:12 am

New Mac Mini and Mac Studio: 13 Things You Might Have Missed

Apple today announced new M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini models and M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio models. We've covered all of the announcements in-depth , but wanted to highlight some interesting tidbits about the new machines. Price Increases - The Mac mini now starts at $899, $300 over the original starting price of the M4 Mac mini when it launched in October 2024. Mac Studio pricing starts at $2,499, $500 more than the original price of the M4 Max model when it came out in March 2025. Connectivity - Apple upgraded the new Macs with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, so they are on par with the connectivity standards in the latest iPhone models. Wi-Fi 7 offers faster data speeds in the 6GHz band, lower latency, and an option to connect across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz networks at once for reliability improvements. Genlock - The Mac mini and Mac Studio support genlock over USB-C, so there's no need for a separate sync box. Genlock is used in multi-camera shoots and virtual production to lock timing to a shared reference signal. The Mac's display and the camera filming it are synchronized, preventing flickering and tearing from a mismatch between the display refresh rate and camera shutter. Apple previously added genlock support to the iPhone 17 Pro models, so now an iPhone 17 Pro and one of the new Macs can work in tandem for pros who need the feature. Ethernet - The Mac mini now starts with 2.5Gb Ethernet instead of 1Gb. There's an option to upgrade to 10Gb, which is what the Mac Studio starts with (same as the prior-generation model). Neural Engine - The M6 chip has an upgraded Neural Engine with two 16-core engines instead of just one. Apple says the new Neural Engine offers 2x more peak compute so AI workflows run faster. GPU - The M6 Mac mini's 12-core GPU has Neural Accelerators in each core, offering up to 4x faster AI performance and 2x faster graphics than the M4 Mac mini. The Mac Studio's M5 Ultra is also the first Ultra chip with Neural Accelerators. Peak AI compute performance is 4.3x the M3 Ultra's performance. SSD - Mac Studio storage is twice as fast with new SSD architecture built on PCIe Gen 6. SSD Pricing - As Daring Fireball points out, upgrading a Mac mini with a 2TB SSD costs $1,000, which is more than the $899 base price of the machine. Upgrading to the 4TB SSD for the M5 Pro costs $1,800, which is $100 over the price of the base machine. Thunderbolt - The M6 Mac mini continues to have Thunderbolt 4, not Thunderbolt 5. The M5 Pro model does have Thunderbolt 5. Current Max Pricing - An M5 Pro Mac mini with 18-core CPU, 64GB RAM, an 8TB SSD, and 10GbE is $6,799. The M5 Ultra Mac Studio with 36-core CPU, 256GB RAM, and 16TB SSD is $18,299. 512GB RAM - The M5 Ultra Mac Studio supports up to 512GB RAM, with the option coming in late October. Upgrading to 256GB RAM costs $4,000, and the 512GB option will be even more expensive. 96GB and 256GB RAM are the only options right now. Announcement Timing - This is the first time Apple has announced new Macs in August since the 27-inch iMac debuted in August 2020. macOS Golden Gate - When the new machines launch on September 22, they will likely have macOS Golden Gate installed. The software update is probably going to come out the week of September 14. The new Mac Studio and Mac mini models can be pre-ordered starting today, and will be available on September 22. Related Roundups: Mac Studio , Mac mini Buyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Buy Now) , Mac Mini (Buy Now) Related Forums: Mac Studio , Mac mini This article, New Mac Mini and Mac Studio: 13 Things You Might Have Missed first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 26 Aug 2026 12:11 am

Google's anti-nausea Motion Assist dots finally rolling out on Android

It's currently only appearing on Pixels running Android 17.

Ars Technica 26 Aug 2026 12:02 am

Google Docs password leak reveals a costly security mistake

A contractor stored credentials in a Google Doc set to

Fox News 25 Aug 2026 11:45 pm

Mac mini M6 launched today, here's what makes it Apple's biggest upgrade yet

Apple has unveiled the latest Mac mini equipped with powerful M6 and M5 Pro chips. These advancements bring notable boosts in performance, catering to both everyday users and professionals. With the M6 chip's rapid AI processing and enhanced graphics performance, plus the M5 Pro's ability to handle intricate tasks, this model sets a new standard. Added connectivity features and macOS 27 only amplify its user-friendly experience.

The Economic Times 25 Aug 2026 11:41 pm

Apple to Release 13 More New Products Later This Year

Looking past the new Mac mini and Mac Studio models unveiled today, Apple still has plenty of other new products on its roadmap for this year. It is nearly September, and that means the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the first-ever foldable iPhone are just around the corner. Other products expected later this year include the Apple Watch Series 12 with a ceramic case option, AirPods 5, an all-new Apple home hub, new Apple TV and HomePod mini models, and more. Apple is expected to release at least 13 more products by the end of 2026, according to rumors. We have provided a summary below. iPhones iPhone 18 Pro: A20 Pro chip , a smaller Dynamic Island , a simplified Camera Control button, a Dark Cherry color option , and more. iPhone 18 Pro Max: The same features rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, but the Pro Max model may be slightly thicker due to a larger battery and a variable aperture camera , which might be exclusive to the Pro Max model this year. iPhone Ultra: A foldable iPhone Ultra with a 7.7-inch inner display and 5.3-inch outer display , two rear cameras, one front camera, a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID, and more. iOS 27 is expected to be tailored for the foldable iPhone, allowing for side-by-side apps and other iPad-like multitasking functionality. Apple Watches Apple Watch Series 12: A faster S11 chip or newer, longer battery life , fitness tracking improvements , and a ceramic case option . Apple Watch Ultra 4: A faster S11 chip or newer, fitness tracking improvements, and additional satellite features for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and newer, such as Apple Maps via satellite and the ability to send and receive photos with Messages via satellite. Touch ID was initially rumored , but seemingly ruled out . iPads iPad mini: A19 Pro or A20 Pro chip , an OLED display , a vibration-based speaker system , and a water-resistant design . Macs iMac: M6 chip and new color options . MacBook Pro: A new 14-inch MacBook Pro base model with an M6 chip . Home Apple TV: At least five new features , including an A17 Pro chip or newer, an increased 8GB of RAM for Apple Intelligence, Siri AI support, an Apple-designed N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, and an updated Siri Remote. HomePod mini: Newer chip with Siri AI support, improved sound quality, Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, and potentially new color options like red . Home Hub: An all-new smart home hub featuring Siri AI, a 6-inch to 7-inch square display, an A18 chip for Apple Intelligence, FaceTime, and more. There will a tabletop version with a speaker base and a wall-mounted version. Headphones AirPods 5: Two new AirPods 5 models with and without active noise cancellation. Beats 360: New over-ear Beats 360 headphones with an AirPods Max-like design, interchangeable ear cushions and headbands, up to 1.75 more noise cancellation than the Beats Studio Pro, IPX4-rated water resistance, and more. Wild Card MacBook Ultra: A major MacBook Pro redesign in late 2026 or early 2027, with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips , an OLED display, a touch screen, a Dynamic Island, and a thinner design. On this laptop, which will reportedly be named MacBook Ultra , macOS 27 is expected to offer a touch-friendly interface . This article, Apple to Release 13 More New Products Later This Year first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 25 Aug 2026 11:33 pm

XBOX just unleashed a stacked 25th Anniversary accessory lineup that goes big on translucent green nostalgia

XBOX is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a fresh lineup of special-edition accessories , and theres a pretty wide mix of gear in the collection. The new Designed for XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection is now up for pre-order, with several of the products leaning heavily into the translucent green look of the original XBOX matching the look of the XBOX Series X25 Limited Edition console and controller that were revealed earlier. The entire line-up is now available to pre-order, and you can get a closer look and more details below.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 11:22 pm

Pilot drive for students biometric attendance from today

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:15 pm

Why movie tie-in games are rarely sold anymore

Movie-tie in games were huge in the 2000s, but have mostly dried up in the last decade. We still get games tied to existing IP, but in a different manner.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 11:00 pm

The new ROG Xbox Ally X20 Anniversary Bundle makes the PS5 Pro look cheap

Xbox and Asus are pushing handheld gaming into luxury territory with a $2,499 ROG Ally X20 Anniversary Bundle featuring an OLED display and AR glasses.

Digital Trends 25 Aug 2026 10:56 pm

The Nokia 300 Charge doubles as a 10W powerbank

The Nokia 300 Charge doubles as a 10W powerbank.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 10:39 pm

Claude's memory now works across both chats and Cowork sessions

Anthropic is giving users more control over what memories Claude saves.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 10:30 pm

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday

Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 10:27 pm

Mac Studio With M5 Ultra Chip and 512GB of RAM Launching in October

Apple today unveiled new Mac Studio models with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. Pre-orders began today ahead of a September 22 launch, but one configuration will not be available until later. Apple says the Mac Studio with the M5 Ultra chip and 512GB of RAM will be coming in late October, with U.S. pricing expected to start well above the $10,000 mark. Apple stopped offering the previous-generation Mac Studio with 512GB of RAM in March due to the ongoing memory chip shortage, but it appears that the upgrade option will return for the new model in two months from now. Related Roundup: Mac Studio Buyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Buy Now) Related Forum: Mac Studio This article, Mac Studio With M5 Ultra Chip and 512GB of RAM Launching in October first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 25 Aug 2026 10:25 pm

Built-in cover lets this 8-in-1 USB-C power strip sleekly relocate a wall outlet for $10 (Save 38%)

TROND 8-in-1 Power Strip with Outlet Cover Buy for $10 (Reg. $16) What we love If youd like to relocate a power outlet, this sort of strip can sort of do the trick. It has a built in cover that plugs right into an existing wall outlet and then runs power somewhere else. Best of all, it yields even more outputs, with a total of eight ready and waiting.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 10:13 pm

Might as well add this Milanese loop Apple Watch band to your collection for $13 (Save 62%)

Astorgos Milanese Apple Watch Band Buy for $13 (Reg. $34) What we love While the Milanese loop style isnt for everyone, I dig it. One of the biggest reasons is that it can adjust automatically unlike a lot of other bands. This particular style features a dark finish and works with a majority of Ultra, Series, and SE models.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 10:10 pm

Outfit your ride with this 175W USB-C car charger, now $20

JOYROOM 175W USB-C Car Charger Buy for $20 (Reg. $25) What we love If youd like to top off everything from smartphones to tablets, and even full-blown laptops, this car charger is will get the job done during your commute. It sports three ports in total, one of which can reach 100W, while the others can hit 45W and 30W.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 10:09 pm

Apple decides undermining its own email privacy feature was a bad idea after all

Apple decides undermining its own email privacy feature was a bad idea after all.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 10:06 pm

India, China discuss LAC peace and boundary progress before BRICS summit

India China discuss LAC peace and boundary progress before BRICS summit

India Today 25 Aug 2026 9:56 pm

Keep cords tidy with 30 silicone cable ties down at roughly $0.50 each

Lamicall Silicone Cable Ties (30-pack) Buy for $16 (Reg. $20) What we love While you can get hook and loop style cable ties for less sometimes, I personally like the hefty and durable vibe silicone ties like this offer. Right now you can bag 30 for $16, which works out to $0.53 each.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:55 pm

This leather Apple Watch band is now even less, cash in from $5

Astorgos Leather Apple Watch Band Buy for $5 (Reg. $24) What we love We covered these straps last week when they were $6 Prime shipped, but today the black style fell ever further. You can now cash in for as little as $5. This seems like a no brainer to me. It allows you to have a band that you can really beat up during projects without worrying the money you dropped on it.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:54 pm

Apple Magic Keyboards get cosmetic updates, avoid price hikes

Macworld If youre planning on investing in a new M6 Mac mini or M5 Ultra Mac Studio , you might be buying a new Apple Magic Keyboard along with it. Apple has updated its keyboards, too: Certain keys have had their labels changed to symbols instead of names. Apple introduced these changes with the MacBook Neo and M5 MacBook Air, so the company is basically catching up on normalizing the keys. The Tab, Caps Lock, Shift, Delete, and Return keys no longer have their respective word labels. Instead, they have arrow icons: Tab is now Caps Lock is now Shift is now Delete is now Return looks similar to (see photo above) The switch to the graphical labeling is an effort to standardize its keyboards. Apples non-English keyboards used symbols, and implementing them in the English keyboard streamlines the production process. However, Apple did not update the keys on the $129 wireless Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad that has a Lightning connection for charging. Speaking of the production process, it appears that the Magic Keyboards have not been affected by the worldwide RAM shortage (/sarcasm), so their prices have not changed: USB-C Magic Keyboard: $99 / 99 USB-C Magic Keyboard with Touch ID: $149 / 149 USB-C Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad: $179 / 179 (white); $199 / 199 (black) If you prefer not to go with an Apple keyboard, you have plenty to choose from. Check out our guide to the best keyboards . Maybe you should even consider a mechanical keyboard instead of an Apple one. Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C) Best Prices Today: Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and numeric keypad Price When Reviewed: $179 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple United States $129.99 at B&H $129.99 at Best Buy US

Macworld 25 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Knit polo-style sweater plunges to $13.50 Prime shipped ahead of fall weather

COOFANDY Knit Polo Sweater Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $20) What we love This year Im not messing around. Im cashing in on fall apparel while the discounts are flying. This is a perfect example that allows you to have a knit polo-style sweater dropped at your doorstep for just $13.50 Prime shipped.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:47 pm

Bag three pairs of polarized sunglasses while they

KALIYADI Polarized Sunglasses (3-pack) Buy for $10 (Reg. $20) What we love If youve misplaced some sunglasses or would just like to keep some spares in convenient places, its hard to go wrong here. You only need to fork over $3.33 per pair, which is quite a bit less than youd have to spend at the grocery store.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:44 pm

New Macs and More: Here

Apple today unveiled a new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chip options, a new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chip options, a new version of the Polishing Cloth with a lower price, and updated Magic Keyboards for Macs. Subscribe to MacRumors on YouTube Here are all of the new products that Apple announced today: Apple Announces New Mac Mini With M6 and M5 Pro Chips and More Apple Unveils New Mac Studio With M5 Max and M5 Ultra Chips Apple Releases New Polishing Cloth Apple Quietly Refreshes Magic Keyboards Both the M6 and M5 Ultra chips are new as of today: Apple Reveals M6 as First-Ever 2nm Chip Apple Debuts M5 Ultra as Most Powerful Chip Ever The new Mac mini and Mac Studio models can be pre-ordered starting today, with deliveries to customers and in-store availability set to begin on Tuesday, September 22. The new Polishing Cloth and Magic Keyboards are available immediately. Related Roundups: Mac Studio , Mac mini Tags: Magic Keyboard , Polishing Cloth Buyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Buy Now) , Mac Mini (Buy Now) Related Forums: Mac Studio , Mac mini This article, New Macs and More: Here's Everything Apple Announced Today first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 25 Aug 2026 9:40 pm

Before the LEGO Wednesday Thing

LEGO Wednesday Things Apartment set Buy for $64 (Reg. $90) What we love One of the LEGO sets that will soon be retired in 2026, you can bring the wondrous world of the Netflix Wednesday series to your collection with this 828-piece brick-built rendition of Things apartment within an opening trunk. It comes complete with furnishings, a posable Thing figure, and an Enid minidoll.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:33 pm

Apple M6 Introduced as Firms First 2nm Chipset, Alongside M5 Ultra With a Quad-Die Architecture on 2026 Mac Mini, Studio

Apple has introduced its new M6 and M5 Ultra chipsets on its new Mac Mini (2026) and Mac Studio (2026). The new M6 is Apples first chipset fabricated using the 2nm process technology. It features a Dual 16-core Neural Engine, which is claimed to deliver up to 2x peak compute, compared to previous generations. The system framework of Apples M6 SoC is capable of automatically utilising both Neural Engines simultaneously for faster execution of AI models. On the other hand, the new Apple Silicon M5 Ultra SoC is the tech giants first chip to feature the new Quad-Die architecture.

NDTV 25 Aug 2026 9:33 pm

NVIDIA Gamescom 2026 Highlights: DLSS 4.5, RTX Spark, AI Teammates and GeForce NOW Expansion Announced

NVIDIA has announced a range of gaming and AI updates at Gamescom 2026, expanding its RTX ecosystem across PC gaming, game development, cloud gaming and AI-powered experiences. The highlights include DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, new RTX Remix capabilities, AI characters powered

Gizbot 25 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

Giant lineup of Tuesday Apple TV deals: Twilight Zone, Wizarding World bundle, Die Hard, Hangover Trilogy, much more

Todays lineup of the best Apple TV deals is now ready including titles like The Twilight Zone Complete Series, Sons of Anarchy Complete Series, Space Jam collection, Wizarding World 11-Film Collection, Die Hard + Die Hard 2: Die Harder, LEGO Movie 2-Film Bundle, Rambo: The Complete 5-Film Collection, The Hangover Trilogy, and more. Deals on AirPods Pro 3 and the lowest price ever on AirTag 2 continue, but the pre-order trade-in offers on the brand new M6 Mac mini (up to $500 or more off with a mid-range M4 flip), the Apple Polishing Cloth just released with a price decrease at $9 , and this 48GB M5 Pro MacBook Pro is $400 off today . The Apple TV deals await below.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:27 pm

CMF Buds Neo Review: The Best Bang-for-Buck Earbuds Right Now

The CMF Buds Neo prove that affordable earbuds don't have to feel like a compromise. They offer a comfortable fit, enjoyable sound and noise cancellation that works better than expected for the price. The experience is not flawless, with a few missing conveniences and some limitations at higher volumes, but the overall package is easy to live with. For budget-conscious listeners, the CMF Buds Neo can be a convincing everyday companion.

NDTV 25 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

Just bought Apple

Apple just gave the plenty of alternatives out there that can give you more screen space, higher refresh rates, OLED panels, or simply a much lower price. Weve rounded up some of the better monitors worth pairing with the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, ranging from more affordable 4K options to sharper 5K and 6K displays, along with an ultrawide for folks who want more room to work with. Theres a good mix here from LG, Samsung, BenQ, and Dell, so whether youre building a basic Mac mini desk setup or a more serious Mac Studio workstation, you should find something that fits below.

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

Apple Refreshes Mac Studio With M5 Max, M5 Ultra Chips; Mac Mini Gets M6 Upgrade: Price, Specifications

Apple on Tuesday refreshed the Mac Studio and Mac mini in India. The update brings the Cupertino-based tech giants latest-generation silicon to the compact desktop lineup. The updated Mac Studio now comes with M5 Max and the new M5 Ultra chips. Meanwhile, the Mac mini can be configured with both the M5 Pro as well as the new M6 silicon. Apple claiming significant gains over their predecessors in terms of on-device AI performance, while the new models also support Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.

NDTV 25 Aug 2026 9:12 pm

Waymo is expanding to Germany, with service in Munich planned for 2027

Waymo has set up subsidiaries in several European countries this summer as it prepares to expand.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

Amid raging price hikes, Apple slashes flagship cloth by more than 50%

Macworld On a day of high-priced product announcements, Apple has offered a crumb of comfort to its more cash-strapped customers: the beloved Polishing Cloth has dropped in price by a whopping 53 percent. Relentlessly memed on for charging a faintly absurd $19 for the square cloth at launch three years ago, the company is now happy to accept just $9 for seemingly the same product. The common thread uniting Tuesdays two big Mac updates was prices going up. The M6 Mac mini starts at $899, up from $599 for the equivalent M4 model just two months ago. The M5 Ultra Mac Studio , meanwhile, starts at $5,499, a price hike of another $200 over the previous price hike. But the Polishing Cloth went against the grain with a huge price drop. Apple didnt send out a press release advertising the nonabrasive fabric accessorys new bargain price. Instead, it quietly removed the previous store entry (which carried the product code MW693AM/A ) and put up a new one in its place ( MLH74AM/A ) with an updated price. Other than the price and code, it appears to be an identical product with an identical description. As before, that includes the endlessly amusing Compatibility section, which lists every iPhone and iPad going back to 2012, every single Apple Watch, and a huge list of MacBooks. In some ways, its surprising the company bothered to make the list since the description makes it clear that the Polishing Cloth cleans any Apple display, but we appreciate the effort. Whether this bargain price will last remains to be seen. Unlike other Apple devices the Polishing Cloth is unlikely to be affected by the ongoing memory shortage, but well be monitoring international microfiber shipments with the greatest of interest.

Macworld 25 Aug 2026 9:07 pm

Pick up the 288Wh/90,000mAh Anker SOLIX C300X AC power station + a 60W solar panel at $300 for today only

As part of Best Buys large collection of Deals of the Day , we spotted the Anker SOLIX C300X AC Compact Portable Power Station with a 60W solar panel being offered at $299.99 shipped , which beats out the more standard grey model directly and at Amazon, where its keeping to its full $380 price tag. This black colorway doesnt see as frequent discounting, but we have previously seen it at Best Buy for $290, $300, and $330 this year. You can pick it up with $80 savings over going with the standard colorway, landing it at the second-lowest price we have tracked in 2026. You can also check out Best Buys other one-day-only deals on TVs, speakers, cameras, meat thermometers, video doorbells, and much more on the main sale page here .

9To5Toys 25 Aug 2026 9:07 pm

Earlier in 2026, Amogy and 2G Energy tested hydrogen made from ammonia without storing the gas. 3 years later, their South Korea project is planned to scale from 1 MW to 40 MW

Earlier in 2026, Amogy and 2G Energy demonstrated a different way of thinking about hydrogen power: instead of storing hydrogen gas in large quantities, hydrogen could be produced from ammonia when it is needed. The companies showed how Amogys ammonia-cracking technology could supply hydrogen-rich fuel to a 2G engine for electricity generation.

The Economic Times 25 Aug 2026 9:02 pm

Apple M5 Ultra vs M3 Ultra: What's changed?

Everything you need to know about Apple's powerful new chip.

Engadget 25 Aug 2026 9:00 pm

Apple's New Mac Mini Arrives With M6 and M5 Pro, and It's Leaning Hard Into On-Device AI

Apple has announced a new Mac mini, and this time there are two chips to pick from. The standard model runs the new M6, while a step-up version gets the more powerful M5 Pro for people who need the extra muscle.

Gizbot 25 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Astroguide for Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Tithi: Shravana Shukla Trayodasi till 7.57 am

Deccan Chronicle 25 Aug 2026 8:52 pm

Apple Smart Home Display Still Coming This Year

Apple remains on track to launch its first smart home device with a screen before the end of the year, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Gurman reiterated that the device will use facial recognition to determine who is standing in front of it and serve up personalized content for that individual user. The description lines up with code found in macOS Tahoe 26.7 earlier this week, which revealed that the smart home hub will support multiple user profiles and use ambient sensing to verify identity. Apple is also readying a new Apple TV and an updated HomePod mini as part of the same renewed push into the home, according to Gurman. Apple's smart home hub has been rumored for years. It is rumored to feature a square, seven-inch display with a front-facing camera, running an operating system closer to tvOS than iOS, with a home screen built around quick-access widgets. Pricing is expected to land somewhere around $350. Apple originally intended to release the device in spring 2025, then targeted spring 2026, before pushing it back to September because Siri AI was not ready. Gurman reported over the weekend that Apple is rearranging sections of its retail stores to accommodate new smart home products. Related Roundups: Apple TV , HomePod mini Tags: Apple Command Center , Bloomberg , Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) , HomePod Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology This article, Apple Smart Home Display Still Coming This Year first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

MacRumors 25 Aug 2026 8:49 pm

Solve tight spaces with this impossibly thin 45W wall charger (30% off)

Macworld Ugreen Nexode Air 45W View Deal (function () { document.querySelector(#sticky-promo-block a).addEventListener(click, function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest(#sticky-promo-block).querySelector(p.promo-title).textContent; const data = { event: stickyConversionUnitClick, eventCategory: Sticky Conversion, eventAction: Click, eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log(Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: , data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Sometimes, when you move furniture around, theres just no way around covering an outlet just enough that it makes it impossible to use with most chargers. Well, this super-slim Ugreen Nexode Air model is the perfect choice for such places, and its only going to cost you $27 now that its $13 off its MSRP. Thats a solid discount on a slim and fast little charger that can replace the bulky charging brick you carry around. At only 0.57 inches thick, the Nexode Air has an ultra-slim, flat profile that can fit in tight spaces. Even better, it weighs next to nothing, and the prongs fold flat, so this charger can slip into a pocket without snagging. For commuting, travel, or business trips, its the perfect charger to pack up. Dont let the small size fool you, though. Thanks to GaN technology, this charger pushes out up to 45W of power. Thats enough to fast-charge your phone, taking an iPhone 17 from empty to 70 percent in just half an hour. That much power is also enough to handle tablets and even your MacBook Air. Instead of keeping a separate adapter for every gadget, you can grab this and know itll cover the whole range of devices. One thing to keep in mind when buying this charger is that it features a single USB-C port, so it can only charge one device at a time. If you commonly need to power up multiple devices at once, you might want to look into a different model At $27, an impressive 30 percent off its MSRP, the Ugreen Nexode Air 45W charger is a smart, affordable choice for anyone who wants fast charging in a pocket-friendly package.

Macworld 25 Aug 2026 8:48 pm

Apple Mac Studio With M5 Max and M5 Ultra Launched in India: Check Price, Specifications, Features, Availabili

Apple has unveiled its latest Mac Studio models, powered by the new M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The compact desktops are positioned as Apple's most powerful Mac computers, targeting professionals who need high performance for demanding creative, development and AI

Gizbot 25 Aug 2026 8:46 pm