Anthropic offers its Claude AI model to the federal government for $1

Anthropic has announced it will offer its Claude AI model to all three branches of the US government for $1, following OpenAI offering an almost identical deal last week . These deals both follow the General Services Administration adding OpenAI, Gemini and Anthropic to a list of approved AI vendors for the federal government. Similar to the OpenAI deal, Anthropic will offer access to its commercial-tier service Claude for Enterprise for a period of one year at a cost of just $1. The offer will also encompass Claude for Government , which supports FedRAMP High workloads, allowing federal workers to use Claude for sensitive unclassified work. Government department or agency leadership can reach out today to gain access. Anthropic is no stranger to working within the federal government. Earlier this summer, the Department of Defense awarded Anthropic, Google, OpenAI and XAI with deals worth up to $200 million to develop military applications. The company made no larger mention of the Trump administration's AI Action Plan , or its requirement that large language models used by the federal government be free from top-down ideological bias. The tacit understanding is that these LLMs not espouse support for anything the current administration opposes. President Trump even issued an executive order decreeing that AI must not favor ideological dogmas such as DEI, in order to work with the federal government. This latest deal comes as AI-related companies are increasingly looking to build close relationships with policymakers and the current administration. This week, NVIDIA agreed to a revenue-sharing agreement with the US government in order to sell its H20 AI GPUs to China. The current administration has made no secret of its wish for federal agencies to maximize their use of AI. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/anthropic-offers-its-claude-ai-model-to-the-federal-government-for-1-154217798.html?src=rss

Apple's rumored live translation feature for AirPods could be coming with iOS 26

Apple's AirPods could be getting a live translation feature in the near future as part of iOS 26, according to a report by 9to5Mac . A new beta version of the operating system dropped today and users have spotted a system asset that strongly points to the earbuds getting a language translation tool. The asset appears to depict a gesture that's triggered by pressing both earbud stems at once. The image shows a pair of AirPods surrounded by words in various languages, like English, French, German and Portuguese. Live Translation Coming to AirPods https://t.co/YUKtEsOYNn pic.twitter.com/wEPYDVlmJJ MacRumors.com (@MacRumors) August 11, 2025 This tracks for a couple of reasons. Apple announced a Live Translation tool at WWDC25 , but AirPods weren't mentioned as a potential use case scenario. This feels like a natural extension for the feature that we already know is coming to FaceTime, Messages and phone calls. However, the AirPods software will be used for live in-person conversations. Also, this isn't the first time we've heard rumblings that the software would be coming to Apple's line of earbuds. Bloomberg announced it was likely coming back in March, which was well before WWDC. Wearables are the perfect place for any kind of live translation software and we've already seen it pop up in stuff like the Meta Ray-Bans smart glasses . There are still some unknowns. We don't know if the feature will run entirely on the actual earbuds or if it'll require an iPhone. The latter is likely, given that it seems tied to iOS 26. We also don't know which iPhones will support the software, though it'll likely be on models that offer Apple Intelligence. Apple iOS 26 is due next month, so we don't have that long to wait. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/apples-rumored-live-translation-feature-for-airpods-could-be-coming-with-ios-26-152715034.html?src=rss

Sling TV launches a $5 Day Pass for commitment-free cable

Are you a TV watcher with commitment issues? Sling TV thinks it has the answer in the shape of its new one-day passes. The app-based alternative to traditional cable will sell you a $5 Day Pass that allows you to stream live TV (including sports)from any channel included in its Sling Orange plan for 24 hours. Sling Orange costs $46 per month and includes the likes of the Disney Channel and various ESPN channels (including ESPN 4K) as plan exclusives. You also get access to channels like TBS, TNT, CNN, AMC and Comedy Central that are shared across both Sling Orange and the more expensive Sling Blue plan. On paper, Orange seems like a good choice for sports fans, given ESPNs exclusive presence, but bear in mind that Fox Sports is a Blue plan-only channel. Sling TVs new Day Pass offering arrives just ahead of the new football season, and allows people who really want to watch a particular game without committing long term to do so. The streaming service is also introducing Weekend ($10) and Week ($15) passes for when youre hoping to catch multiple traditional Pay-Per-View events or binge a series on a single pass. You can access more channels by adding one of Slings category-specific packages, like Sports Extra, News Extra or Entertainment Extra. Sling Extras cost $1 per package for a Day Pass, $2 for a Weekend Pass and $3 for a Week Pass. How much value you get from Slings offering will depend on your viewing habits. If you find yourself buying lots of passes each month its probably worth considering a standard Sling Blue or Orange plan, but if youre only interested in catching the occasional game, Sling TVs flexibility could be appealing. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/sling-tv-launches-a-5-day-pass-for-commitment-free-cable-150021645.html?src=rss

Google lets you pick preferred sources when you search

Google is officially rolling out Preferred Sources, which lets you curate search results. The feature allows you to pick specific or preferred sources, like a certain blog or news outlet, and see them more prominently when you use Google Search. Google started testing it in June and it should be available in the coming days to English language users in the US and India. Preferred Sources seems pretty simple to use. You go to Google , search for a topic and then click on the preferred sources option. You can type in the name of the publication or website you want to prioritize and then refresh your results. There's no limit to how many you can choose though, of course, choosing too many defeats the purpose. The results should appear in a top stories or from your sources section when you search. These sites should remain as your favorites on the same account. Anyone who participated in the Labs test should still see their preferences. In addition to encouraging social media follows, publications should also be able to encourage their readers to add them as a preferred source. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-lets-you-pick-preferred-sources-when-you-search-150012601.html?src=rss

How to watch Gamescom 2025 and what to expect

It feels like Summer Game Fest is only just in our rear view mirror and yet there's another video game extravaganza on the horizon. Gamescom is the planet's largest gaming event and we're sure to find out about a bunch of interesting new games at the Opening Night Live showcase. Xbox is broadcasting from the show floor across two days, and there will be other presentations that are worth keeping an eye on. Gamescom is taking place between August 20 and 24 this year, and we're learning bits and pieces about what to expect from the various showcases. The affair will kick off with Opening Night Live, a showcase hosted by Geoff Keighley that bridges the gap between his two other major events, Summer Game Fest Live and The Game Awards. That will be followed by two days of Xbox broadcasts, the latest edition of the Future Games Show and three days of Bethesda streams. We'll update this preview with more details as we get them, and embed video versions of each stream as they become available too. Here's our breakdown of how to watch Gamescom 2025 and what to expect from the event. Gamescom schedule Opening Night Live August 19, 1:30PM ET (pre-show), 2PM (main show) Xbox @ gamescom 2025 Broadcast August 20, 9AM ET Future Games Show August 20, 2PM ET Xbox @ gamescom 2025 Broadcast August 21, 9AM ET Bethesda August 22-25 How to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live - August 19, 2PM ET Watch on YouTube Opening Night Live perhaps won't feature as many heavy hitters as Summer Game Fest Live or The Game Awards typically have, but one thing's for certain: Call of Duty fans will definitely want to tune in. The two-hour showcase will feature the worldwide reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. We'll almost certainly get a release date here too. Given that Microsoft has said Hollow Knight: Silksong will be playable on PC and ROG Xbox Ally X at its Gamescom booth, and the game is still slated to arrive this year, this event seems as good a time as any for us to finally get a release date for that thing over six years after we first got to try it out . There will certainly be more eyeballs on ONL than Microsoft's own streams, so that seems like the likeliest bet for any concrete Silksong news at Gamescom. You can also expect a trailer for multiplayer RPG Honor of Kings: World, along with new looks at Resident Evil Requiem, Silent Hill f, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion and The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. You'll get to see the opening cinematic for World of Warcraft 's Midnight expansion as well. It won't all be game reveals and announcements, though there'll be a performance of music from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 featuring composer Lorien Testard and vocalist Alice Duport-Percier. We'll be keeping tabs on all the news from Opening Night Live right here on Engadget. Myself, senior editor Jess Conditt and editor-in-chief Aaron Souppouris will be live-blogging our way through ONL. Join us! It should be fun. How to watch Xbox @ gamescom 2025 Broadcast August 20, 9AM ET Watch on YouTube , Twitch , TikTok or Facebook One major piece of news we're likely to get from Xbox during one of its streams (if it isn't revealed at ONL beforehand) is the release date and pricing for the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X handheld systems. Leaker billbil-kun has reported the devices will arrive on October 16, at least in Europe, costing 599 for the Xbox Ally and 899 for the higher-end Xbox Ally X. Microsoft had already confirmed these handhelds would be available in time for the holiday season, so that rumored release date makes sense. Either way, we should get confirmation during Gamescom of when to expect these devices, especially since the company says it will discuss the handhelds during its August 20 stream. This particular event will also feature the likes of Grounded 2, Keeper and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 . Along with the English-language broadcast, Xbox's streams will be available in other languages on regional Xbox channels on the likes of YouTube, Twitch, TikTok and Facebook. The streams will be available in Traditional Chinese, German, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese and Mexican Spanish, as well as with ASL and English audio descriptions. How to watch Future Games Show August 20, 2PM ET Watch on Twitch or YouTube Actors David Hayter (Snake in the Metal Gear series) and Maggie Robertson (Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village ) will be hosting this edition of the Future Games Show. This installment will feature more than 50 games across world premieres, new trailers and sudden demo releases. Capcom, Bandai Namco Entertainment, EA and NACON are among those who'll be represented in this one, which will feature projects from AAA and indie publishers and studios. A post-show will run for 40 minutes and feature more trailers, world premieres and demo announcements. How to watch Xbox @ gamescom 2025 Broadcast August 21, 9AM ET Watch on YouTube , Twitch , TikTok or Facebook Xbox will be broadcasting live from the Gamescom show floor for a second straight day. This particular stream will include details on Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, Overwatch 2 (perhaps with a look at Season 18, which is set to start on August 26) and other games. Microsoft plans to reveal more details about its schedule in the days leading up to Gamescom. How to watch Bethesda broadcasts - August 22 Watch on Twitch There will be plenty from the Bethesda side of the Xbox division as well. The publisher will be broadcasting from the Xbox show floor at Gamescom for three days, starting on August 22. According to Microsoft , these streams will include developer interviews, game showcases, community segments, crafting highlights and live IRL tours. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/how-to-watch-gamescom-2025-and-what-to-expect-120024733.html?src=rss

Watch Prime Video's official trailer for Upload's final season

Amazon has just dropped a trailer for the final season of Upload , the tech-centric comedy about a digital afterlife that's way too real at times (mild spoilers ahead). Created by Greg Daniels ( The Office , Parks and Recreation , King of the Hill ), it's set in an advanced future replete with things like holographic phones, killer self-driving cars and (killer) AI assistants. But since this advanced technology is run by the same irresponsible bros we have in charge today, naturally things go spectacularly wrong. In the four-part series finale event, sentient AI rapidly turns evil, threatening to wipe out [afterlife reort] Lakeview (and the world!), Amazon writes On top of greedy executives, lingering mysteries, plus heartbreak in VR and IRL, our characters are tested like never before. The only way they can get through it all and save humanity from deletion is by teaming up one last time. Upload has generally received positive reviews, with an 88 percent Rotten Tomatoes rating thanks to the witty writing and winsome cast [that] make it an afterlife worth living. The final season will hopefully wrap up any lingering mysteries and give our heroes some closure when it hits Amazon Prime Video on August 25. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/watch-prime-videos-official-trailer-for-uploads-final-season-140023678.html?src=rss

Get up to 25 percent off in the Sonos back-to-school sale

No matter how old you get, the back-to-school season will always bring a desire to shop. So, sales at this time of year are always more than welcome especially when they're on some of our favorite devices. Such is the case with the 10 percent discount currently available on the Sonos Era 100 . Our choice for midrange smart speaker is down to $179 from $199 as part of a larger sale on the Sonos website . The same price is available on Amazon , as are some more deals on Sonos products . Sonos debuted the Era 100 speaker in 2023 as a replacement for the Sonos One. It offers great sound quality and has built-in mics for Trueplay tuning and voice control. It's worth mentioning that the Sonos Ace headphones are also on sale for $299, down from $399 a 25 percent discount. The headphones have come a long way since they first launched, including the introduction of TrueCinema, which works with a Sonos soundbar to create the best spatial audio experience. tk Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/get-up-to-25-percent-off-in-the-sonos-back-to-school-sale-125211320.html?src=rss

Apple's iPad Air M3 drops to a new record-low price

The back to school season is a good time to save on tech, whether you're returning to campus or not. While some discounts are reserved for students, others are available to everyone. One of the best right now is on Apple's M3-powered iPad Air , which is somewhat of a goldilocks tablet one that will be a great option for just about everyone. You can grab it for $150 off at Amazon right now. This deal applies to each configuration of the 11-inch and 13-inch versions of the most recent iPad Air. So, the 11-inch model is as low as $449, while the 13-inch model is down to $649. The same deals can be found at Best Buy and Target if you prefer to shop somewhere other than Amazon. This is an all-time low price and beats the deal we saw on Prime Day by $30. The iPad Air M3 is more of an iterative refresh than a grand overhaul, but the spec bump means itll last you a long time before the tablets performance becomes a problem. This iPad occupies the position of est for most in our iPad buying guide , reinforcing that goldilocks analogy. The M3 chip is the main draw here, with Geekbench 6 scores proclaiming it around 16 percent more powerful than the M2 iPad Air, which is no slouch itself. Beyond the chip, it has a superior display and speakers to the entry-level model , and wider accessory support. You also get the option of a 13-inch display, which is great for artists or anyone who sees the iPad as a viable laptop replacement. If theres an obvious downside to the iPad Air M3, its that it doesn't have the nice 120Hz OLED display of the iPad Pro. This is hardly surprising, as Apple often focuses on display tech to differentiate its Pro and non-Pro devices, but its probably time the refresh rate on the middle-of-the-road iPad at least jumped up to ProMotion. Face ID is long overdue too. If you can live with these caveats, though, the iPad Air is an excellent option, particularly at this price. Check out our coverage of the best Apple deals for more discounts, and follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/apples-ipad-air-m3-drops-to-a-new-record-low-price-162908915.html?src=rss

Elon Musk feels Apple favors OpenAI over xAI in App Store rankings

Elon Musk has accused Apple of committing an unequivocal antitrust violation by favoring OpenAI in the App Store rankings. In a post on X, he claimed that Apple has made it impossible for other AI companies to reach number one in those rankings and that xAI will take immediate legal action. Musk didn't clarify what he meant by that, and he also didn't provide evidence that would prove Apple's supposed antitrust violation. In an earlier post on X that's currently pinned to the top of his profile, however, he tagged Apple, asking the company why it [refuses] to put either X or Grok in [its] Must Have section. He said X is the #1 news app in the world, while Grok is ranked number five among all apps. Are you playing politics? What gives? he continued. We've asked Apple for a comment, but the company has yet to respond. Meanwhile, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman posted a response to Musk's accusation on X, calling it a remarkable claim, given that he has heard allegations that Musk manipulates X to benefit himself and his own companies and harm his competitors and people he doesn't like. To note, Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek became the top-rated free app on Apple's App Store back in January, overtaking even ChatGPT. Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which is an unequivocal antitrust violation. xAI will take immediate legal action. Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 12, 2025 While Musk didn't mention it, Apple has an ongoing partnership with OpenAI. The company has integrated ChatGPT into Apple Intelligence to power cloud-based queries for its platforms. More recently, the company said that Apple Intelligence will leverage the capabilities of OpenAI's GPT-5 in iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26, which are set to arrive sometime in September. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/elon-musk-feels-apple-favors-openai-over-xai-in-app-store-rankings-123034234.html?src=rss

Fortnite is coming back to iOS in Australia after legal win against Apple

Epic has spent the last five years fighting Apple's in-app purchase policies. Now, after half a decade, the Epic Games Store and Fortnite will once again be available on iOS in Australia. A judge has found Apple's conduct likely diminished competition, in part for not allowing alternative payment methods, the Australian Financial Review reports . In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Epic announced, An Australian court just found that Apple and Google abuse their control over app distribution and in-app payments to limit competition. There are 2,000+ pages of findings that well need to dig into to fully understand the details. This is a win for developers and consumers in Australia! The Epic Games Store and Fortnite will come to iOS in Australia! An Australian court just found that Apple and Google abuse their control over app distribution and in-app payments to limit competition. There are 2,000+ pages of findings that well need to dig into to fully Epic Games Newsroom (@EpicNewsroom) August 12, 2025 Epic started this battle when it bypassed Apple's in-app purchasing method, using its own. The move meant Apple lost its 30 percent cut of all sales. Apple banned Epic and a lengthly legal back-and-forth followed. In April, a judge in the US ruled that Apple could no longer collect commissions on purchases not paid through the App Store. Epic Games and Fortnite returned to the US App Store in May. It's unclear when exactly Epic Games and Fortnite will return to iOS in Australia and if this battle is finally coming to an end. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/fortnite-is-coming-back-to-ios-in-australia-after-legal-win-against-apple-120041043.html?src=rss

The Morning After: The best Switch 2 games (so far)

A couple of months since the Switch 2 launched, weve all got to grips with the new magnetic-latching Joy-Cons, the jump in graphic fidelity and (honestly) the wait for a next-gen Zelda or Mario title. With the arrival of Donkey Kong Bananza , the new console has its first entirely new breakout platformer hit, we asked the Engadget team for the must-have games on the Switch 2. CD Projekt Red With a leap in processing power, the Switch 2 can now handle ostensibly huge games like Hitman and Cyberpunk 2077 . In fact, the latters release on Nintendos console nudged me into finally playing the game. I last played it on Googles Stadia cloud gaming service (RIP), and gave up at the tutorial. Already, Im having a more successful playthrough. I can even share my save between Switch 2 and PS5 because Im that lunatic who owns the game on both. Im also playing my way through the Switch 2 edition of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom , which now runs incredibly smoothly. This time, perhaps, Ill finish it. Read on for the full list well be updating it as more games arrive. Mat Smith Get Engadget's newsletter delivered direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here! The news you might have missed YouTuber recreates a floppy disk from scratch Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 review: Great sound, greater frustration Heres the absolutely massive Tamagotchi Paradise Ford is developing a $30,000 mid-sized EV pickup Its part of the companys new Universal EV Platform. Ford has announced a new family of products will share its new Universal EV Platform will be shared by a new family of products, and the first of those will be a mid-sized pickup with a starting price of around $30,000. It could be similar in configuration to the Ford 2022 Maverick . A unified EV platform is a pretty dry announcement, but Fords only two EVs are the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, both of which use one-off platforms. With the Universal EV Platform, Ford will be able to build multiple vehicles, including vans, cars and pickups, which should be easier to build and, crucially, cheaper. Continue reading. AOLs dial-up internet still exists (for one more month) Might be time to upgrade. AOL Did you know AOL is part of the company that owns Engadget?. Yeah, its intriguing. AOL, a company that brought the internet to millions (including my family), says it will discontinue its dial-up service on September 30, marking the end of an era. First spotted by PC Gamer , the surprising AOL announcement was in a post buried oin its AOL Help page. Continue reading. Paramount knocks out PPV UFC fights for $7.7 billion Now itll stream them. Paramount just acquired the US rights to UFC for seven years in a deal worth $7.7 billion. The deal covers the organizations full slate of 13 marquee bouts and 30 Fight Night events, starting in 2026. Notably, this means the end of the pay-per-view (PPV) model ESPN+ has favored for premium UFC events. If you think thats a crazy amount of money, how about this: Skydance Media officially acquired all of Paramount and its subsidiaries for $8 billion. Continue reading. DJI puts its drones obstacle detection tech into robot vacuums Its ROMO cleaners are launching in China first. DJI DJI entered the smart home world with a range of robot vacuums called ROMO. After drones, gimbals and action cameras, it had to be vacuum cleaners, right? The same system that helps DJI drones avoid crashes when recording video apparently translates into a robot vacuum that can navigate a home without running into furniture. DJI is offering the ROMO in three models: the entry-level ROMO S, which starts at around $650;, the mid-range ROMO A, with a transparent vacuum design that goes for around $750,; and the top-of-the-line ROMO P, which has both a transparent vacuum and a base station for at least $950. Continue reading. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-111555898.html?src=rss

The best laptops for college students

There's arguably no piece of tech more important for a college student than a good laptop. Whether youre working on an essay, doing research for a paper or just need some downtime streaming your favorite show, a solid laptop for college is an investment that can (and should) last you for years. While the best laptops come in all shapes and sizes and range in price, college students dont need a power-hungry machine or a notebook with the latest graphics card to get things done. For most, the best laptop for college is ideally thin and lightweight, and provides enough battery to last all day without having to be tethered to the wall. No matter what youre studying, weve researched and tested a range of laptops for you to consider as you decide which is the best laptop for college for you. What to consider in your next laptop for college Its important to consider your major and what you need your laptop to do before deciding on the best laptop for college. For example, if youre a liberal arts major and will mostly be writing or making presentations, you dont need an expensive system with a discrete graphics card. Alternatively, if youre a film major who might need to render videos on a regular basis, having a beefy PC can significantly reduce the time it takes to finish a project. Youll also want to take a look at any guidelines provided by your college or your specific program, as you may need required software or apps that only run on a specific OS. Some other things to consider are if you want a more portable 13 or 14-inch machine thats easier to carry around, or if you prefer something with a larger screen. On top of that, if you are doing tasks like photo or video editing, youll probably want to go for a system with a high-resolution display (1440p or 4K), so it's easier to see details. As for other specs, ideally youll want 16GB of RAM (though you can go down to 8GB on a Chromebook) and at least 512GB or 1TB of storage. Most newer laptops now come with SSD storage, too, which means you can store and transfer data much faster. Finally, while your budget ultimately will determine how powerful of a laptop you can get, well-equipped ultraportables will generally cost between $1,000 and $1,400, with prices going up from there for systems with discrete GPUs. Budget Windows laptops and Chromebooks can be affordable alternatives though, with many going for just $500 to $700. But again, remember to check your schools requirements because its not worth saving a few bucks only to find out that your notebook cant run the app you need for all your homework. See Also: Best Laptops for 2025 Best Gaming Laptops Best 2-in-1 Laptops for 2025 Best Chromebooks Best Cheap Windows Laptops for 2025 The best laptops for college students This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/laptops/best-laptops-for-students-130054631.html?src=rss

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Intel's CEO has successfully wooed President Trump

It sounds like President Trump no longer thinks Intel's CEO should resign . Trump has revealed on Truth Social that he met with Lip-Bu Tan, Howard Lutnick, the Secretary of Commerce, and Howard Lutnick, the Secretary of the Treasury. He didn't discuss the details of their meeting, but he described it as a very interesting one. Trump added: His success and rise is an amazing story. If you'll recall, Trump alleged that Tan was highly conflicted due to his investments in hundreds of Chinese firms and should resign. Reuters had previously reported that some of those companies had links to the Chinese military. Mr. Tan and my Cabinet members are going to spend time together, and bring suggestions to me during the next week, Trump said in his post. According to a report by the Financial Times , Tan wrote a letter to Intel employees about the issue, telling that there had been a lot of misinformation about the roles he'd held. I wanted to be absolutely clear... I have always operated within the highest legal and ethical standards, he reportedly wrote in the letter. He also said that Intel was communicating with the White House to address the matters that have been raised and ensure they have the facts. Trump's call for Tan to resign reportedly came about due a letter from Tom Cotton, the Republican head of the Senate Intelligence Committee, to the Intel CEO. Cotton apparently expressed concerns aout the security and integrity of Intel's operations due to Tan's ties with China. Tan was named the CEO of Intel in March, taking over a company that was losing money due to its foundry business being unable to secure big customers and lagging behind rivals like Taiwan Semiconductor. Since taking over, Tan has enforced several cost-cutting measures, including cutting jobs with the goal of reducing its workforce by 22 percent by the end of the year. He also recently told investors that Intel could abandon the development of its next-gen manufacturing technology if it fails to secure a large client. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/intels-ceo-has-successfully-wooed-president-trump-035339132.html?src=rss

iPhone 17 release is rumored for September: Everything you need to know about the 'thinnest iPhone ever' and the Apple fall event

The closer we get to Apple's reveal of the iPhone 17 lineup, the more excited we are to see what's different from the previous iPhones. The newest smartphones will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features . Since we still have to wait at least a month (presumably) until the iPhone event, we can at least speculate what the new phones will look like. As with most unreleased iPhone models, rumors and leaks have trickled in about the hardware side ahead of the official introduction. Here's what we're expecting and what we can reasonably assume we'll get from Cupertino in September. What are the latest iPhone 17 rumors and reports? Will the iPhone 17 Pro have better wireless signal strength thanks to an updated antenna design? That's the implication from Majin Bu, whom MacRumors classifies as a hit-or-miss leaker. The individual posted a render on X today (see below) that shows a new antenna system that wraps around the iPhone 17 Pro's supposedly wider rear camera bump. iPhone 17 Pro New Antenna Design Full Article: https://t.co/nivzKiY8xy pic.twitter.com/jgbwLteaPO Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) August 11, 2025 Again, this is a render, not a real-world photo, and like all such stories ahead of the official announcement should be treated with the usual grain of salt. That said, we can't knock the goal of better wireless reception, so we're hoping this one has a degree of truth to it. How much will the iPhone 17 cost? Apple's announced plan to expand US-based manufacturing partners seems to give it at least some shielding from the steepest Trump administration tariffs that have already triggered price increases on everything from Switch consoles to high-end cameras to Sonos speakers . But given that President Trump's trade policies can change from week to week, and Apple's continuing reliance on Asia-based supply chains, price shocks remain an ongoing possibility. The bigger question is: Will Apple absorb any higher costs, or pass them on to consumers? If prices do creep up, Apple may choose to pair it it with an upgrade. Consider this recent rumor posted by MacRumors from a leaker known as Instant Digital , suggesting that the default storage of the iPhone 17 line may start at 256GB, doubling the current 128GB baseline. While that could be accompanied by a price increase of $50 , Apple could at least pitch it as a better value. That said, the company doubled the default RAM of its Mac computers from 8GB to 16GB at no extra cost in 2024 but that was before the current Trump tariff cycle started. When will the iPhone 17 series be announced? Most years, the flagship smartphones are introduced in September. MacRumors highlighted a story originally reported by iphone-ticker.de that the Apple iPhone 17 event could be Tuesday, September 9, according to information gleaned from German mobile phone providers. It's still too early to have the specific dates; some years, Apple only gives a week or two of lead time between sending invites and hosting the event. But years of past precedent show that sometime in September should be when the 17 models make their debut. This family of smartphones may be the last to follow that trend, however. There have been hints that the introduction of the iPhone 18 collection in 2026 will be split into a pro-tier announcement in the fall and a standard model announcement the following spring. What will the new iPhone 17 lineup include? Design leaks suggest that Apple is building an ultra-thin smartphone , likely to be named the iPhone 17 Air to match Apple's ultralight laptop designation. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman, often a solid source of advanced intel about Apple, reported in January that the iPhone 17 Air will be equipped with a basic A19 chip and will only have a single camera lens. It may also use Apple's new in-house modem, which was introduced in February on the iPhone 16e . More details about this development may leak ahead of September, but that's what we know for now. An investor note from Apple analyst Jeff Pu indicated that the Air will have a titanium frame. If his reports are accurate, the lightweight smartphone will be the only entry in the iPhone 17 lineup to use that metal; the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max are expected to be made of aluminum, which is oddly a lighter material than titanium. Other speculation had suggested that the Air would use a blend of aluminum and titanium, so the exact materials may not be known until the official announcement. Additionally, an August 4 MacRumors report says the internal battery pack of the iPhone Air is just 2.49mm thick half the thickness of the iPhone 17 Pro battery. The leak was posted on the Korean-langauge Naver blog , where they show the alleged batteries of the iPhone 17 Air and 17 Pro side by side. The same account claimed the 17 Air's battery capacity was a mere 2,800 mAh, MacRumors notes. (That's below the battery capacity of current iPhone 16 models.) Each new roster includes a base model, but over the years, Apple has shaken up the variety of phones it offers. Most likely there will be an iPhone 17 and an iPhone 17 Pro. Apple has also committed to the size matters philosophy, and has been building an iPhone Pro Max option with an even bigger screen and better battery life; the 17 roster will almost certainly have one as well. The new Pro iPhones are said to have a full-width camera island on the rear, which would mark the first time an Apple model opted for that design. This feature can be seen in the purported iPhone 17 spotted in the wild. The pics, highlighted on MacRumors , show a black cased iPhone (17 Pro?) with the distinct back panel. Is it the real deal? The dual angles lend a degree of credibility in a social media landscape increasingly polluted with AI-enhanced fakes, but your guess is as good as ours. I just spotted a test development iPhone in the wild pic.twitter.com/iS3PtKWqxJ Fox Pupy (@Skyfops) July 28, 2025 The iPhone 17 Air seems primed to take the place of a potential iPhone 17 Plus. Since the iPhone 16e was only just introduced in February at a surprisingly high price point , it seems unlikely that there will be a new addition to that lower end of the spectrum, the models that were previously called SE. At the very least, it sounds like the iPhone 17 Air won't take away the charging port and rely only on wireless connectivity. Bloomberg said that while Apple had investigated making the iPhone 17 Air without a single port, the company (fortunately) changed plans. He also says that the rumored phone will have a 6.6-inch screen and include the Dynamic Island and Camera Control button. Finally, the price is rumored at $900 likely more than the standard iPhone 17 but less than the Pro. We've also gotten what seems to be a reliable look at what the color lineup will be for the new smartphones. Macworld reported that the iPhone 17 will be available in black, white, steel gray, green, purple and light blue. The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly have four color options: black, white, light blue and light gold. While the Air colors will be less saturated, the visuals for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will go bold. The options for the Pro models are expected to be black, white, gray, dark blue and orange. On July 30, Tom's Guide highlighted an X post from Sonny Dickson a longtime and generally reliable leaker of unreleased iPhone information showing dummy iPhone 17 models in the new colors that were the source of the aforementioned Macworld story. While these are literally just mock-ups not real, leaked iPhones it's interesting to see how the design and color rumors translate into a real-world look and feel. What will iOS 26 be like? Apple upended its numbering conventions with WWDC 2025, and will match the name of each new operating system to the year it's released. So when the next wave of iPhones hits, they'll be running on iOS 26 . On the design side, the smartphone OS introduced during the big developer showcase took a contentious approach dubbed Liquid Glass. Apple has been scaling down the amount of transparency effects in the subsequent beta tests of iOS 26, but it will still have a glass-like visual. The feature list includes big and small updates. On the more impactful side, the Phone and Photos apps have been redesigned. There will be several features leveraging artificial intelligence, such as live translation capabilities coming to Phone, FaceTime and Messages. Apple is also currently testing a sensitive content warning for child accounts that will freeze FaceTime video if nudity is detected by on-device machine learning tools. And the company is also launching Visual Intelligence, which will use AI to search for elements in an image. iOS 26 also has a litany of minor, quality of life improvements. Group texts are getting support for polls. And for the slow risers out there, iOS 26 will finally let you escape the tyranny of the nine minute snooze alarm . The next iOS is now available as a public beta . Here are our initial impressions of the Liquid Glass design and other new features. iOS 26 is compatible with all models back through iPhone 11. Update, August 11, 2025, 7:27PM ET: Added a render of a rumored new antenna design for the iPhone 17 Pro. Update, August 8, 2025, 4:43PM ET: Added new speculation and reports about iPhone 17 pricing. Update, August 6, 2025, 4:05PM ET: Added latest details about the potential iPhone 17 event date. Update, August 4, 2025, 5:23PM ET: Added latest battery leaks about the iPhone 17 models. Update, August 1, 2025, 8:15AM ET: Added new photos showing potential iPhone 17 colors. Update, July 30, 2025, 11:08AM ET: Added latest leaks and rumors about the iPhone 17, and updated information on the iOS 26 public beta. Update, July 17, 2025, 4:40PM ET: Added latest information about iOS 26, possible materials for the Air, and the color options for the different models. Update, March 17, 2025, 2PM ET: Added details about the rumored price and features of the iPhone 17 Air. Update, April 11, 2025, 3:45PM ET: Added details from Front Page Tech's new video that claims to reveal details from a leaked iOS 19 build. Katie Teague contributed to this story. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/iphone-17-release-is-rumored-for-september-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-thinnest-iphone-ever-and-the-apple-fall-event-153024456.html?src=rss

Ready for Apple's iOS 26? Here are all the compatible iPhones that can run the beta today

Your iPhone and iPad's operating systems are getting big upgrades this fall with the release of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. My favorite coming to both is the visual update, called Liquid Glass it's like the better-executed version of Windows Vista . We spent two weeks test-driving it you can check out our detailed hands-on iOS 26 preview , or you can try it out yourself by downloading and installing the public beta . That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 6 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Not ready to upgrade your smartphone or tablet this year? No worries, we'll help you find out if your phone will be able to run iOS 26. While Apple didn't nix any iPhones from its eligibility list last year, that's not the case for 2025 a few models are getting cut this time. All iPhone 8 models and the iPhone X were the last to get the boot in 2023, and this year the 2018 models are getting left behind. If you have an ineligible device, you won't be able to download iOS 26 when it becomes available this fall. We'll get to the bottom of which iPhones and iPads will support iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 this year. To see what's coming with the latest OSes, check out everything announced at Apple's WWDC June 9 event . One thing you shouldn't immediately expect is Apple's updated version of Siri , though the company is reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to compete with ChatGPT. These three iPhones won't be compatible with iOS 26 Unlike last year, several iPhone models won't be eligible to download the newest iOS when it makes its debut this fall. This trio of models first released in 2018 won't be coming to the iOS 26 party: iPhone XR iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhones compatible with iOS 26 While we don't yet know the new iPhones Apple will be dropping this fall though there are iPhone 17 rumors we do know, per Apple's site , that the phones listed below will be compatible with iOS 26. Basically, if you have an iPhone that was announced in 2019 or later, you're in the clear: iPhone SE (second generation or later) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPads compatible with iPadOS 26 The iPads listed below, and any iPads released later this year, are eligible to download iPadOS 26 . iPad Pro (M4) iPad Pro 12.9inch (3rd generation and later) iPad Pro 11inch (1st generation and later) iPad Air (M3, M2) iPad Air (3rd generation and later) iPad (A16) iPad (8th generation and later) iPad mini (A17 Pro) iPad mini (5th generation and later) What if I don't want to buy a new iPhone? If you want to continue using your older iPhone that isn't supported by iOS 26, that's fine. However, you'll miss out on security updates which could potentially put your phone at risk for malware and other threats. Additionally, some apps may stop working if they require a certain version of iOS or later. And of course, you won't be able to access the latest features iOS 26 offers. When will iOS 26 become available? Apple usually rolls out its latest iOS in mid-September, just a few days before the new iPhones hit store shelves. Last year, it released iOS 18 on Monday, Sept. 16. Expect a confirmation of the release date at the iPhone 17 event, expected in early September. iOS 26 features we're excited about Liquid Glass design : Your home screen is getting revamped with new app icons, including dark mode and all-clear options. You'll also notice buttons with a new floating design. Liquid Glass was designed to make all of Apple's OSes more cohesive. Phone app redesign: You'll finally be able to scroll through contacts, recent calls and voicemail messages all on one screen. It also comes with a new feature called Hold Assist that'll notify you when an agent comes to the phone so you can avoid the elevator music. Live Translate: iOS 26 is bringing the ability to have a conversation via phone call or text message with someone who speaks another language. Live Translate will translate your conversation in real time. Polls feature: Coming to group messages in the Messages app, chat members will be able to create polls. This can help prevent the unwanted 30+ messages when it comes to deciding which restaurant you're meeting at this weekend. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/ready-for-apples-ios-26-here-are-all-the-compatible-iphones-that-can-run-the-beta-today-191854135.html?src=rss

iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 public beta: Everything you need to know about the new Apple updates

Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26. (Apple) In just over a month, we'll finally get to download the official iOS 26 on our iPhones. Available now is the iOS 26 developer beta 6 (for developers only), and the public beta which you can download and install now . CEO Tim Cook recently said it's (along with the other current beta operating systems) y far the most popular developer betas weve had, 9to5Mac reports . You can also take a look at our preview of the iOS 26 public beta release , which shows off the fresh home and lock screen redesign. Called Liquid Glass , the new translucent look will extend across all of Apple's upcoming operating systems. The overhaul is one of several big changes coming to iOS, macOS , iPadOS and the rest of Apple's software suite, all of which were showcased during the company's WWDC keynote on June 9. After overpromising on AI plans last year, Apple kept its iOS roadmap focused more on basic quality of life improvements this year. There are multiple useful additions coming to the Phone and Messages apps on your iPhone, for instance: Apple execs outlined the ability to weed out spam texts or other unknown senders and an option to hold your spot on a phone call when you've been waiting for a representative to pick up. Plus, a treasured feature that we took for granted is coming back (hint: it's in the Photos app). Siri, meanwhile, is in a holding pattern. Apple has previously specified that its smarter voice assistant first promised at WWDC 2024 is delayed until some point in the coming year , so you shouldn't expect any major changes in the current betas. But there are reports that Apple is aiming to give Siri a bigger brain transplant by basing it on third-party artificial intelligence models like OpenAI's ChatGPT or Anthropic's Claude, which could make 2026 a pivotal year. The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity . With the release of the iOS 26 developer beta 5 , we saw more added features, like a new bouncy animation on the passcode screen and in the Control Center, MacRumors reports . Some or all of those changes will likely soon migrate into the separate public beta (see below). Most newer iPhone models are eligible to download iOS 26 (both the betas and final version). Want to see the full list of new features coming this fall? Read on. What is iOS 26? The current iPhone operating system is iOS 18, and Apple is still actively updating it version 18.6 was just recently released. But don't expect to see iOS 19. Instead, Apple is skipping the numbering ahead to iOS 26 later this year. The company has decided to line up its iOS version numbers with a year-based system, similar to car model years. So while iOS and its sibling operating systems will be released in late 2025, they're all designated 26 to reflect the year ahead. It's official, we're moving to iOS 26. (Apple) What is Liquid Glass design? Let's be honest. Out of everything announced at WWDC this year, the new Liquid Glass design was the star of the show. The iPhone's home and lock screens have looked pretty much the same year after year the last exciting thing (in my opinion) was the option to add your own aesthetic to your home screen by customizing your apps and widgets. So seeing the home and lock screens' new facelift is refreshing. So what exactly is Liquid Glass? Apple calls it a new translucent material since, well, the apps and widgets are clear. However, the screen can still adapt to dark and light modes, depending on surroundings. You'll also notice buttons with a new floating design in several apps, like Phone and Maps. They're designed to be less distracting than the current buttons, but are still easy to see. While the design overhaul has proven to be controversial since its announcement, some including Engadget's own Devindra Hardawar like the new direction, even if it's somewhat reminiscent of Microsoft's translucent Windows Vista Aero designs from nearly twenty years ago. That said, as of the release of the iOS 26 beta 2, Apple has already incorporated some user feedback into the design, dialing back the transparency in at least some places. And while it will continue to evolve, Apple users won't be able to escape it: Liquid Glass was designed to make all of Apple's OSes more cohesive. Here's a look at how the translucent aesthetic will look with the new macOS Tahoe 26 on your desktop. What are the new and notable features of iOS 26? iOS 26 has a laundry list of new features. Among the most worthwhile: Phone app redesign: You'll finally be able to scroll through contacts, recent calls and voicemail messages all on one screen. It also comes with a new feature called Hold Assist that'll notify you when an agent comes to the phone so you can avoid the elevator music and continue on with other tasks. Live Translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages: iOS 26 is bringing the ability to have a conversation via phone call or text message with someone who speaks another language. Live Translation will translate your conversation in real time, which results in some stop-and-go interactions in the examples Apple shared during its presentation. Polls in group chats: Tired of sorting through what seems like hundreds of messages in your group chat? You and your friends will soon be able to create polls in group messages for deciding things like which brunch spot you're eating at or whose car you're taking on a road trip. Filtering unknown senders in Messages: If you haven't received spam texts about unpaid tolls or other citations, you're lucky. For those of us who have, those annoying messages will soon be filtered away in a separate folder. Visual Intelligence: Similar to a reverse Google image search, this new feature will allow you to search for anything that's on your iPhone screen. For instance, if you spot a pair of shoes someone is wearing in an Instagram photo, you can screenshot it and use Visual Intelligence to find those shoes (or similar ones) online. Photos tabs are back: For anyone who's still frustrated with the Photos changes made last year , you'll be happy to know that your tabs are coming back. Library and Collections will have their own separate spaces so you don't have to scroll to infinity to find what you're looking for. FaceTime Communication Safety feature: A newer addition to iOS 26 appears to be the FaceTime Communication Safety feature that pauses communications if and when nudity is detected. The feature appears to be a child safety feature that uses on-device detection, thus obviating any cloud-based privacy issues. New lock screen options : The iPhone lock screen gets more customizable in iOS 26, with a cooler clock, 3D wallpaper effects, more widgets and better focus mode options. Apple's Hold Assist will be nifty for those pesky services that put you on hold for 10 or more minutes. (Apple) New changes coming to iPadOS 26 Your iPad isn't getting left behind when it comes to big updates. Here's what's coming this fall. Multitasking and real windowing: When you download the newest update, you'll be able to have multiple apps running on your screen at the same time. Once you open an app, it'll appear on your screen as normal but you'll be able to resize and move it across your screen to make room for other apps. This feature is optional so you can turn it off if you don't like it. Visual update: Along with the other new OSes, iPadOS 26 is coming with the Liquid Glass aesthetic. This new look will appear on the lock and home screens, as well as the drop-down menus. New menu bar: When you swipe down on your screen, the new menu bar will appear with options like File, Edit, Windows and more. There's also a search option if you're looking for something specific. Checkout our first impressions of iPadOS 26 . What about AirPods? AirPods are also getting updated with iOS 26. Here are some of the more notable functions. Enhanced audio recording: Apple calls this studio-quality audio recording, and with it, you'll notice more clarity while in noisy environments. Camera remote control: Using this, you can take a photo or start and stop video recording with just one press on your AirPods. When taking photos, you'll get a three-second countdown before your iPhone or iPad snaps the picture. Which iPhones will be able to upgrade to iOS 26? A few iPhone models that run the current version of iOS iPhone XR, XS and XS Max won't be compatible with the latest upgrade. But any iPhones released in 2019 or later will be eligible for the iOS 26 update . iPhone SE (second generation or later) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max Not listed here are the presumed new iPhone 17 models (or maybe iPhone 26?) that are all but certain to be announced and released in September. How to install iOS 26 beta The iOS 26 public beta is now available to download via the Apple Beta Software Program . If you're not already a member, you'll need to sign up to try out all the latest features. Just visit beta.apple.com and sign up with your phone number or email address. It's free. Once you're in, you can install it by going to Settings > General > Software Update and selecting iOS 26 public beta . A word of caution: Don't sign up with your main iPhone unless you're OK with any risks that occur with using an OS that isn't finalized. When will the final version of iOS 26 be released? iOS 26 will be released to the public this fall. It usually comes in September, within a week of the Apple iPhone event. Last year, it rolled out to iPhone users on September 16 exactly one week after the iPhone 16 lineup was announced. If you're more interested in the Apple Intelligence features coming, here's everything Apple revealed for iOS, macOS and more during WWDC. Also, check out how iOS 26 screenshots could be an intriguing preview of Apple's delayed Siri rework . Update, August 11: Noted that iOS 26 developer beta has hit beta 6. Update, August 8: Added new features coming with iPadOS 26 and AirPods. Update, August 6: Noted the release of iOS 26 beta 5 and the new bouncy feature on passcode screen and Control Center. Update, August 4: Noted that Apple is reportedly working on a ChatGPT rival. Update, August 1: Added quote from Tim Cook about iOS 26. Update, July 31: Noted that iOS 18.6 is now available. Update, July 24: Noted the iOS 26 public beta is now available. Update, July 3: Noted new FaceTime feature found in the developer beta. Update, June 30: Noted ongoing iOS 18 releases, and reports that Apple is considering additional external LLMs for Siri. Update, June 25: Noted changes added in iOS 26 beta 2. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/ios-26-and-ipados-26-public-beta-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-apple-updates-135749093.html?src=rss

Claude can now reference past chats, if you want it to

Claude is getting a better, if selective, memory. Rather than acting as perfect catalog of everything you've talked about or shared, Anthropic says the AI chatbot now has the ability to reference past chats when asked, so you don't have to re-explain yourself. The feature seems like it could help you pick up a work project after time away, or query Claude for the details of a past research session that you don't quite remember. The key point is that Claude has to be prompted: It doesn't call on past chats unless you specifically ask it to. Anthropic also says that Claude's ability to reference chats is specific to the workspace and project you're working in. Anthropic's implementation is much more limited in scope compared to how ChatGPT's memory feature works. OpenAI updated ChatGPT in April to save all conversations you have with it, and rely on those records to personalize answers to any new question or prompt you send. The basic idea is that every conversation could improve the chatbot's responses. Google lets Gemini similarly recall past conversations and has also tested using Google Search history to further personalize AI responses. In contrast to both, Claude is really only performing a search of past conversations when asked, not referencing a profile of past chats. It's more privacy-minded by default and you can disable Claude's ability to do it at all via a settings toggle. If you're subscribed to the Max, Team or Enterprise plans, Claude's new ability should be rolling out now, according to Anthropic. The company says the feature will expand to other plans soon. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/claude-can-now-reference-past-chats-if-you-want-it-to-211806343.html?src=rss

Trump delays China tariff increases by another 90 days

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order extending lower tariffs with China for another 90 days, CNBC reports . The new executive order was signed before the previous agreement was set to end on August 12 at midnight. The extension will maintain the current 30 percent tariff on goods from China while representatives from both countries negotiate a new trade deal. The previous agreement lowered US tariffs down from 145 percent to 30 percent, and Chinese tariffs down from 145 percent to 10 percent. At the time, it was unclear how the move would impact the price of electronics manufactured in China, but for at least some companies, it's still led to higher costs. While the price of the Switch 2 is remaining the same, Nintendo announced at the beginning of August that the price of the Switch 1 would increase by $40 or more. Sonos has said that some of its products would increase in price, but hasn't shared details. Both DJI and Microsoft announced price hikes on some of their products back in May, too. For companies manufacturing products abroad, the sudden swerves in Trump administration trade policy seem almost as difficult to deal with as the tariffs themselves. That erratic protectionism is reshaping global trade, and it's also won concessions from companies trying to do business as normal. Apple committed to spending an extra $100 billion on US manufacturing last week to avoid being subjected to tariffs. And early today, both AMD and NVIDIA reportedly agreed to pay the US 15 percent of their profits to be allowed to sell GPUs in China. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/trump-delays-china-tariff-increases-by-another-90-days-201443024.html?src=rss

YouTuber recreates a floppy disk from scratch

There's nothing quite like the drive to build something just to see if you can. YouTuber polymatt set out to create a floppy disk drive, the favored storage medium of yesteryear, from scratch, because why not. For anyone born too late to have regularly used one, a floppy disk is a magnetically coated, flexible polyester disk encased in a protective shell. Insert it into a floppy drive, and a magnetic head reads or writes data on the disk. If you've ever wondered why the save icon looks the way it does, it's based on the shape of a floppy disk. To start, polymatt measured and recreated the disk enclosure and other pieces in Shapr3D and MakeraCAM, then cut the aluminum pieces on a Carvera Air CNC machine. The magnetic disk itself was made by laser-cutting a piece of PET film and coating it with a suspension of iron oxide powder. After assembling all the components and a few touch-and-go moments, he was actually able to magnetize the floppy disk and write to it, albeit at a very basic level. We declared the floppy disk dead in 2010, and in the years since then even those that clung on the longest have abandoned it. The Japanese government finally said goodbye to the floppy disk in 2024, and the German Navy moved on from the format in the same year. The US government only just stopped using 8-inch floppy disks to coordinate the launch of nukes in 2019. Polymatt's project was a wonderful dive into nostalgic tech and engineering prowess. Maybe next time he can make a compact disc from scratch. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/youtube/youtuber-recreates-a-floppy-disk-from-scratch-183045582.html?src=rss

Revel is ending its ridesharing operation to focus on EV charging

Revel Transit is shutting down its rideshare operation in NYC, as reported by Bloomberg . The company will instead focus its efforts on EV charging. It's also seeking buyers for its fleet, including the 165 for-hire vehicle license plates it owns. At the end of the day, rideshare is a very competitive market and asset-heavy. Its low margin, CEO Frank Reig said. We have made the difficult decision that the best way we can keep the EV transition moving forward is by ending our rideshare service and focusing on building the fast-charging infrastructure our biggest cities need to keep going electric. Revel closing its rideshare business in NYC. --it was great alternative to Uber focused on EVs. mostly tesla 3&Ys. --paid salaries to their drivers. pic.twitter.com/MHsUuL0P3h Steven Spencer (@sspencer_smb) August 11, 2025 The company was the first in NYC to operate an all-electric ridehailing fleet, launching with just 50 vehicles but eventually growing to 500 vehicles. However, that's a drip in the bucket compared to rivals like Uber and Lyft. Revel averages about 100,000 rides per month, but Uber and Lyft complete more than 20 million trips each month . Revel did find success with its EV chargers, after unveiling the platform back in 2021 . It operates more than 100 chargers across five stations in NYC, along with a dozen or so more chargers in San Francisco. These stations are primarily used by Uber and Lyft drivers . It hopes to have 400 charging stalls by the end of next year and 2,000 by 2030 in markets like NYC, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Uber and Lyft are electrifying fast and theyre providing a ton of utilization for our chargers on a much larger scale than even two or three years ago, Reig said. This is just the latest pivot by Revel. The company once operated a moped rental service, but that was shuttered last year . It also laid off drivers to transition to a contractor-based model like Uber and Lyft. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/revel-is-ending-its-ridesharing-operation-to-focus-on-ev-charging-181814989.html?src=rss

Paramount buys UFC rights for $7.7 billion, ending PPV events

Paramount just acquired the US rights to UFC for seven years in a deal worth $7.7 billion dollars, according to reporting by NBC News . This contract begins in 2026 and covers the organization's full slate of 13 marquee bouts and 30 Fight Night events per year. All matches and events will stream in the US on Paramount+ and select fights will simulcast on CBS. This ends the pay-per-view (PPV) model that ESPN+ has favored for premium UFC events. Whats on pay-per-view anymore? Boxing? Movies on DirecTV? Its an outdated, antiquated model, said Mark Shapiro, president of UFC's parent company TKO Group. Matches take place throughout the year, which isn't true of other sports. This should keep the UFC's massive fanbase tethered to that Paramount+ subscription. This happened just a few days after Skydance Media officially acquired Paramount and its subsidiaries for $8 billion. It's fairly wild that Skydance paid $8 billion to own Paramount and its various IPs in perpetuity and $7.7 billion to air UFC fights in one country for seven years. UFC is a unicorn asset that comes up about once a decade, said TKO Group CEO David Ellison. Paramount is also interested in purchasing the international rights to air UFC matches and it's being given an exclusive negotiation window with each country to do just that. Breaking News UFC has a new home in 2026 only on @paramountplus pic.twitter.com/FUQjemPnBS danawhite (@danawhite) August 11, 2025 It's been reported that Paramount likely placated Trump in several ways to ensure the FCC approved the acquisition. The company coughed up $16 million to settle a frivolous and dangerous lawsuit with Trump after 60 Minutes interviewed Kamala Harris and cut an answer for time, which is something televised interviews have always done. Paramount will allocate that money to Trump's future presidential library and did not provide a statement of apology or regret. CBS, which is owned by Paramount, also canceled The Late Show With Stephen Colbert , which was seen by many as a move to pacify Trump . The president denies this, saying the cancellation was due to a pure lack of talent. Paramount has promised to end all US-based Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and to hire a bias monitor for CBS News to make sure that conservative voices aren't drowned out by the constant drumbeat of reality. Trump has also publicly stated that CBS will be giving him $20 million worth of airtime for public service announcements consistent with his ideological beliefs. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/paramount-buys-ufc-rights-for-77-billion-ending-ppv-events-161512875.html?src=rss

Blippo+ arrives on Nintendo Switch and PC in color September 23

Blippo+ , the zany cable TV simulator that debuted with Playdate's Season Two , now has its release date for Nintendo Switch and PC. It lands on September 23 and will be in color , unlike on Playdate. Blippo+ is expected to come to Mac this fall too. Blippo+ is kind of the perfect antidote to streaming fatigue if weird is your cup of tea. It has its own version of the endlessly scrolling TV Guide, The Electronic Program Guide (EPG), and a roster of peculiar programs to flip through. In the off-Playdate version, you'll unlock new content as you make your way through the shows, with new packets of programming delivered once you've reached a certain point. There is quite a bit of material, too; on Playdate, Blippo+ dropped a new batch of episodes every week for almost three months. Blippo+ was created by Yacht, Telefantasy Studios, Noble Robot and Dustin Mierau, and published by Panic. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/blippo-arrives-on-nintendo-switch-and-pc-in-color-september-23-160014279.html?src=rss

Sonos is raising prices this year to make up for tariff expenses

Sonos plans to raise prices across its lineup of products later this year in order to minimize the impact of tariffs on its earnings, the company has revealed alongside its financial results for the third quarter of 2025. It hasn't listed the products and their new prices yet, but it said that it's evaluating any changes it might need to its promotional strategies and that it has flexibility to move production between Vietnam and Malaysia as needed. To note, the Trump administration had imposed a 20 percent tariff on imports from Vietnam and a 19 percent tariff on imports from Malaysia. Sonos also said that it will invest on diversifying its geographic footprint and expanding its presence in markets that represent only a small share of its revenue today to drive growth. A Sonos spokesperson confirmed that not everything in the company's lineup will go up in price, but it sounds like products in its main product categories will get more expensive. We don't yet know the specifics on what products are getting more expensive yet. The company took steps to diversify its supply chain last year, which led to its manufacturing facilities in the two aforementioned countries. It now only relies on Chinese plans for products bound to the US for a limited number of accessories, such as speaker stands. Still, for the third quarter of 2025, tariffs reduced Sonos' gross margin for the third quarter by $2.1 million and its cash flow by $3.5 million. In the fourth quarter of the year, which covers the holiday shopping season, Sonos expects tariffs to reduce its gross margin by $5 million and to remove between $8 to $10 billion from its cash flow. Overall, Sonos posted a revenue of $344.8 million in the third quarter, which is almost $100 million larger than its revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024. It's not a secret that 2024 was a tough year for the company. It rolled out a major update that broke its app , which led to the delay of product releases as it worked to fix the issue. Former Sonos CEO Patrick Spence even stepped down in the beginning of 2025 and was replaced by ex-Snap executive Tom Conrad. Update, August 11, 2024, 11:08AM ET: This story has been updated to note that not all of Sonos' products are getting price increases. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/audio/sonos-is-raising-prices-this-year-to-make-up-for-tariff-expenses-123031336.html?src=rss

The best deals on MacBooks, AirPods, iPads and other Apple gear you can get right now

It goes without saying that Apple devices tend to be fairly high-quality the company's gear currently occupies the top spots in several of our buying guides, from laptops and tablets to smartphones and smartwatches . As a result, that gear usually doesn't come cheap. But that doesnt mean you always have to pay full price. Good Apple deals are often out there, so long as you know where to look. To make things easier, we're keeping a running list of the best Apple deals you can shop right now on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads and more. Just note that youll almost always find the best Apple deals from third-party retailers like Amazon , Best Buy , Walmart , Target and the like, not from Apple's own online store. Unless you shop refurbished , youll usually pay top dollar buying direct (though for some items like iPhones, that might be the best route to take). Best iPad deals Apple iPad Air (13-inch, M3) for $649 ($150 off) : Engadget's Nathan Ingraham gave the 13-inch iPad Air a score of 89 when it was released in March. It has a bigger and slightly brighter display than its 11-inch counterpart; otherwise, the two slates are the same. If you plan to keep your iPad hooked up to a keyboard, the extra screen space is lovely for taking in movies and multitasking for work. This is another new low, and again, all color and storage configs are on sale. Apple iPad Pro (13-inch, M4) for $1,099 ($200 off) : The most powerful iPad is the iPad Pro. Both the 11- and 13-inch models have gorgeous 120Hz OLED displays, thinner and lighter designs, a repositioned front camera and the excessively powerful M4 chip inside. This 13-inch version is pricey, but it may be worth the extra cost if you plan to multitask regularly or just want more screen space for enjoying movies. While this isn't the absolute largest discount we've seen, it's a solid drop all the same. Be aware, though, that reports have said that Apple could release a new iPad Pro by the end of the year. Also at Target and Best Buy . Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) for $399 ($100 off) : The iPad mini is exactly what it sounds like : the smaller iPad. This latest iteration has an improved A17 Pro chip which is enough to support Apple Intelligence along with 128GB of storage in the base model and Apple Pencil Pro support. As before, youd buy it if you value the smaller 8.3-inch display and want a tablet you can more easily hold with one hand. This deal is $20 more than the lowest price we've tracked. Also at Target and Best Buy . Best MacBook deals Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) for $999 ($200 off) : The 15-inch MacBook Air is nearly identical to the smaller version but features more robust speakers and a more spacious trackpad alongside its roomier display. $999 is the lowest price we've tracked. Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 24GB RAM) for $1,199 ($500 off) : The last-gen M3 MacBook Air has officially been discontinued, but it remains a superb laptop while stock remains available. We gave this 15-inch model a score of 90 in our review outside of its slower chip (which is still plenty fast for everyday use), marginally improved camera and inability to power two external displays with the lid open, it's virtually identical to the newer version. This deal applies to the model with the larger 24GB of memory in the Starlight colorway. Best AirPods deals Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $169 ($80 off) : The AirPods Pro 2 are Apples best set of wireless earbuds for now, as they offer the full set of Apple-focused features, strong ANC, onboard volume controls, a comfy in-ear design and a warm sound profile that most should find agreeable. They can even work as a hearing aid , though their six-hour battery life still isnt the best, and you should only get them if youre all-in on Apple hardware. But if thats the case, we consider them the best wireless earbuds for iPhone owners. This deal is $20 off the all-time low we saw last month, but it's still a ways below the set's usual going rate. Also at Walmart and Best Buy . Exercise caution, though: If you're not in a rush, this is another Apple device that may see a refresh within the next couple of months. Best Apple Watch deals Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $650 ($149 off) : Apples most premium smartwatch, the Ultra 2 has a killer 36-hour battery life, a handy Low Power mode for extended use and cellular connectivity by default. It also has a compass app, water temperature gauge and a loud onboard siren that you can trigger in emergencies. This discount marks the lowest price we've tracked. But again, we wouldn't be surprised if Apple introduced an updated model in the coming weeks. Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) for $169 ($80 off) : As with the more premium models, we wouldnt be surprised to see an update to Apples budget smartwatch sometime soon (and we have a few suggestions on the matter). But thanks to some serious discounts, the Apple Watch SE has turned out to be the most affordable way to get an iPhone companion for your wrist. Despite a lackluster screen and limited extra features, it handles the basics well. Also at Target . Best Apple accessories deals Apple Pencil (USB-C) for $69 ($10 off) : This more affordable Apple Pencil doesnt support pressure sensitivity, but it still makes for a useful stylus for the basics. If youre a casual note-taker and can live without wireless charging, youll save a few bucks by picking this one up. Also at Walmart and Best Buy . Read more Apple coverage : The best AirPods The best Apple Watches The best MacBooks The best iPhones The best iPads Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/best-apple-deals-150020110.html?src=rss

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 review: Great sound, greater frustration

Unlike two of its biggest rivals , Sony waited until April to unveil its latest soundbars rather than debut them at CES in January. And even then, the two most premium options in the companys 2025 lineup remain untouched. Instead, Sony gave us the Bravia Theater Bar 6 ($650) : a 3.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar that comes with a wireless subwoofer and a modest set of features. However, the caveats here are real headscratchers, especially on a soundbar launching this year. Whats good about the Bravia Theater Bar 6? Overall sound quality has never been an issue on the Sony soundbars Ive tested, and the Theater Bar 6 continues with that trend. You can expect crisp, warm sound with excellent clarity and solid directional audio. Even over Bluetooth, this speaker-sub combo is great for music, doing justice to the subtle details of Miles Davis Mies 54: The Prestige Recordings. Classic jazz is a great way to judge a speakers merits, and on the Bar 6, this recently remastered album is dynamic and inviting throughout all 20 tracks. The soundbar also delivered great audio in movies and TV. I was sucked into battle scenes during the second season of Andor, even though the limitations of the Theater Bar 6s 3.1.2-channel configuration quickly became apparent. Its five-driver arrangement does well, thanks to three front-firing units and two angled up-firing speakers. Those latter two components really help with filling the overhead space during the action in shows like Andor , compensating for the limited number of drivers (and their positioning) as much as possible. And all of that makes the Theater Bar 6 a solid option for smaller spaces, especially if you have lower ceilings and wont be sitting far from the TV. The Theater Bar 6 wont win any design awards, but thats okay. There are plenty of people, myself included, who dont really want their soundbar to stand out on the TV stand or mantle. The focus should be the display, not the speaker. This model is quite plain, but it also has a relatively low profile, so even if your TV has a short stand, the Theater Bar 6 wont block the picture. Whats not so great about the Bravia Theater Bar 6? Billy Steele for Engadget The first strike against the Bravia Theater Bar 6 is the lack of Wi-Fi connectivity. If you want a wireless connection to the soundbar, Bluetooth is your only option. Whats more, no Wi-Fi means no AirPlay, Chromecast or Spotify Connect all of which should be standard on a $650 model in 2025. Sony did make it easy to switch from the HDMI input over to Bluetooth in the Bravia Connect app, and that change happens quickly after youve paired your phone with the soundbar once. Speaking of the app, it doesnt actually help you install firmware updates to the Theater Bar 6. Instead, it prompts you to transfer the files from a computer to a thumb drive to get them to the soundbar. Yes, really. Sony says the lack of Wi-Fi is why this workaround is required. No matter the reason, having to dig a thumb drive out of your junk drawer to install updates is a big inconvenience, and it shouldnt really be a thing in the mid 2020s. In the sound department, the only real knock against the Theater Bar 6 is more about the constraints of 3.1.2-channel audio. Even with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X content, this system will be limited in its abilities to deliver immersive sound. Sure, Sonys S-Fore Pro and Vertical Surround Engine do well to virtualize a more robust living room setup, but that tech only goes so far. You might think a pair of rear speakers would bolster the sound, and Sony does offer the Bravia Theater System 6 ($770) as a 5.1-channel all-in-one package. However, it doesnt include the Theater Bar 6 and its subwoofer. Instead, that bundle comes with a different soundbar that doesnt have up-firing drivers, which means it might lack overhead sound and dampen the impact of immersive content. Unfortunately, if you want to add rear speakers to the Theater Bar 6, youre out of luck. None of Sonys currently available options are compatible with this soundbar. Lastly, and this isnt a huge issue for most people, but the Theater Bar 6s included subwoofer is big. Bigger than most of the competition? No, but its large nonetheless. Ill admit Ive been spoiled by the QS700F that I recently reviewed, thanks to its subwoofers compact design. But if speakers in this category start trending smaller, the one that accompanies the Bar 6 will definitely end up being one of the chunkier models. Wrap-up The up-firing speakers assist with Dolby Atmos. Billy Steele for Engadget From a pure sound quality standpoint, the Theater Bar 6 excels at both its music and TV duties. Sure, its limited by its 3.1.2-channel configuration, but theres a definite use case for that type of setup especially if youre short on living room space. The audio is crisp and clear, and its also warm and inviting, which makes this soundbar well-suited for all kinds of content. Despite my heaping on all of that praise, the Bar 6 simply has too many drawbacks that I cant overlook. The lack of Wi-Fi on a $650 soundbar is absurd, mostly because it strips users of the convenience of AirPlay, Chromecast and other wireless connection options. I also cant get over the need to use a thumb drive for updates when OTA downloads for new firmware have been the norm on soundbars for years. For those reasons, the Samsung QS700F is the better option in this price range since it combines great sound with an orientation feature that automatically recofigures the output direction based on placement. Sony and Samsung are in a tight race in regards to audio performance with the Theater Bar 6 and the QS700F, but only one of those 2025 soundbars will save you from some headaches. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/home/home-theater/sony-bravia-theater-bar-6-review-great-sound-greater-frustration-144512450.html?src=rss

Ford is developing a $30,000 midsized EV pickup

Despite the impending loss of federal rebates , Ford plans to give US EV production a huge boost. After hyping it last week as a breakthrough and Model T moment, the company has announced the Ford Universal EV Platform to be shared by a new family of products. The first of those will be a midsized pickup with a starting price of around $30,000, likely similar in configuration to the popular Maverick . It will use the company's upcoming prismatic LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries . Ford will invest $5 billion, including $2 billion at its Louisville, Kentucky factory on top of $3 billion already announced for its BlueOval battery plant. It will expand the Louisville facility by 52,000 square feet and create or secure nearly 4,000 direct jobs, Ford added. Ford's only two EVs right now are the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E , both of which use one-off platforms. With the Universal EV Platform, Ford will be able to build multiple vehicles including vans, cars and pickups that should be easier to build and thus cheaper. The result: a simple, efficient, flexible ecosystem to deliver a family of affordable, electric, software-defined vehicles, the company said. Ford said that the platform will reduce parts by 20 percent versus a typical vehicle, with fewer fasteners and workstations and a 15 percent quicker assembly time. The company is also promising a lower cost of ownership over five years than a three-year-old used Tesla Model Y. Ford The company also touted its LFP prismatic batteries as enabling space and weight savings along with cost reductions, due to the cobalt-free and nickel-free composition. However, the company's choice of LFP for its next-gen EVs has not been without controversy. Since Ford is licensing tech from China's CATL, it may lose out on tax credits of up to $700 million if Congress passes a bill banning federal support for battery plants that use tech or materials from China. The first vehicle will be a mid-sized four-door electric pickup set to launch in 2027. Ford hasn't yet revealed the name or shown a photo, but it will supposedly have more room than Toyota's latest RAV4 without even counting the frunk and truck bed. Buyers will be able to lock gear like bikes or surfboards into that bed, eliminating the need for roof or trailer hitch racks. It will have a low center of gravity from the battery, instant torque and a 0 to 60 mph time as fast as a Mustang EcoBoost [ around 4.5 seconds ], with more downforce, Ford said. Ford hasn't detailed other vehicles that will be built on the platform, but an animation shows a variety ranging from utility vans to crossovers to SUVs to sedans, along with the aforementioned pickup. One rumor states that the new pickup could be called the Ranchero (based on a trademark filing) or it may use the Ranger name. In any case, it's clearly a big deal for Ford, since the company will have no less than three announcements for it. More info for the midsized electric truck, including reveal date, starting price, battery range and charge times will be communicated later, Ford simply said. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/ford-is-developing-a-30000-midsized-ev-pickup-143030877.html?src=rss

MacBook Air deal: Get the M4-powered laptop for a record-low price

If you've put off getting a new MacBook then today is your lucky day. Right now, the 2025 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air M4 are available on Amazon for record-low prices. The 13-inch model is our pick for best MacBook to buy this year. You can pick up the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 for $799, down from $999 a 20 percent discount. This model comes with 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. You can upgrade to 512GB SSD for $999 , down from $1,199, another all-time low price, or 24GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for $1,199, down from $1,399. Then there's the 15-inch MacBook Air M4 , whose cheapest model is on sale for $999, dropping from $1,199. The 17 percent discount is the best deal we've seen since the pair debuted in March. As with the 13-inch model, the 16GB and 512GB SSD option is also a record-low price, dropping to $1,199 from $1,399. Then there's the 24GB upgrade , which is $1,399, down from $1,599. We're big fans of the MacBook Air M4, giving it a 92 in our review . Part of that comes from an already lower starting price for the MacBooks than their predecessors. The 2025 models also get a speed boost thanks to the M4 chip and are very thin with a 0.44-inch thickness. Neither the 13- or 15-inch will drag you down, weighing 2.7 pounds and 3.2 pounds, respectively. Plus, they both have excellent battery life, lasting over 18 hours while playing an HD video. The big differences in the 15-inch model mostly come down to size. The screen is obviously bigger, as is its trackpad. Other than that, it offers better speakers than its 13-inch sibling. Check out our coverage of the best Apple deals for more discounts, and follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/macbook-air-deal-get-the-m4-powered-laptop-for-a-record-low-price-123031593.html?src=rss

One of our favorite Bluetooth speakers is cheaper than ever right now

Yes, summer might be coming to a close sooner than any of us would like, but that doesn't mean the outdoor fun has to end. Currently, Ultimate Ears' Wonderboom 4 Bluetooth speaker is down to $60 from $100 in blue and black. The 40 percent discount brings the speaker to a record-low price. It's one of our picks for best portable Bluetooth speakers for 2025 thanks to features like its 14 hours of battery life and its IP67 dust and waterproof rating. There are a few other great sales on UE speakers right now. The Megaboom 4 portable speaker is down to $150 from $200 a 25 percent discount in every color. Then there's a 33 percent discount on the standard Boom 4 portable speaker , dropping to $100, from $150. The sale is available in blue, black and red. Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/one-of-our-favorite-bluetooth-speakers-is-cheaper-than-ever-right-now-132149449.html?src=rss

Apple's AirPods Pro 2 are back on sale for $169

They might be nearly three years old at this point, but Apples second-generation AirPods Pro remain some of the most popular wireless earbuds around for a reason, and right now theyre down to $169 on Amazon. Thats a not-insignificant 32 percent off the usual $249 price of the noise-canceling in-ears. Apples flagship AirPods were $100 off a record-low $149 during Prime Day, so we have seen them even cheaper than this, but for a non-sale period, Amazons current deal is worth considering. The AirPods Pro 2 are our top choice for iPhone users looking for wireless earbuds, thanks to much beefier sound than the original model, rock solid ANC and transparency modes, and seamless switching between Apple devices. Throw in spatial audio support, hands-free Siri and more than acceptable battery life, and the AirPods Pro 2 are hard to top. Not everyone gets on with the sometimes fiddly touch gestures, but a lot of wireless headphones struggle with this. If theres anything to give you pause, its that we might be getting the AirPods Pro 3 sooner rather than later. But if thats the case, you can be confident youll pay a lot more than $169 for the privilege. The AirPods Pro arent the only discounted AirPods right now. The AirPods 4 (without ANC) are down to $99. Usually priced at $129, youre saving $30 on a much improved entry-level AirPods offering. They fit and sound better than any non-Pro AirPods before them, and inherit some previously Pro-only features thanks to the H2 chip. If you travel a lot youll also certainly rue the lack of ANC, but if that isnt a deal breaker for you, the $99 price point might be tempting. Check out our coverage of the best Apple deals for more discounts, and follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/apples-airpods-pro-2-are-back-on-sale-for-169-142401799.html?src=rss

NVIDIA may give US government a cut of its profits to sell AI chips to China

The debate over whether AI chipmakers should be allowed to sell their products to China has taken an unusual turn. The US government has reportedly given NVIDIA and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) permission to make the sales but for one big catch: 15 percent of the sales. The news was first reported by The Financial Times , which cited multiple people familiar with the agreement. In July, NVIDIA announced that the US government would approve export licenses to sell its H20 AI GPUs after blocking their sale in April . NVIDIA created these specific chips which are less powerful than ones sold in the US in response to restrictions on sales to China. It previously developed the A800 and H800 chips for the Chinese market, but those were also banned. Now, NVIDIA and AMP were both reportedly granted export licenses for China last week, after agreeing to give the government 15 percent of their profits. AMP will provide the share from sales of its MI308 chip. There's significant debate over whether selling AI chips to China will endanger US national security. At the end of July, 20 national security experts and past government officials including President Trump's former deputy national security advisor, Matt Pottinger wrote a letter to Howard Lutnick , the US Secretary of Commerce, stating as much. The signatories believe this move represents a strategic misstep that endangers the United States economic and military edge in artificial intelligence. They worry it will restrict the number of chips available for the US and be used by China's military, among other concerns. NVIDIA disagrees, claiming the export licenses will allow it to compete with Chinese businesses. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/nvidia-may-give-us-government-a-cut-of-its-profits-to-sell-ai-chips-to-china-120003260.html?src=rss

The best gadgets for students under $50

Sure, you've remembered to pack the most important things as you prep to go back to campus for the new semester. But the little things can get you in college. It's not uncommon to discover that, a few days into your new class schedule, you forgot to pack small things like an extra charger, a portable battery pack or a beater pair of earbuds. These unassuming things can make a big difference in how you work and play while at college, so do yourself a favor and think about all the small things you need to make this semester your best one yet. To prevent you from playing catch-up, weve compiled the best gadgets for school under $50 so you can cross the most crucial ones off your list before you even set foot on campus. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/school-tech-under-50-140026676.html?src=rss

Lava launches Blaze AMOLED 2 with Sony camera and 5,000 mAh battery

Blaze AMOLED 2 runs on MediaTek Dimensity 7060 chipset with 6 GB LPDDR5+ RAM and 128 GB UFS 3.1 storage

The best Nintendo Switch 2 games for 2025

The Nintendo Switch 2 didnt come out of the gate with a host of exclusive, must-play games. But were a few months into the consoles lifecycle now and there are a variety of Switch 2-only games that are worth your cash, as well as a bunch of original Switch games that have received improvements for the new console And theres also a robust selection of third-party games that have been on other consoles for a while, but not available on the Switch. Between all those, there are plenty of good games for the Switch 2 and if you dont have an original Switch, theres even more out there. You can see our list of our favorite Switch games here , but this list will focus on Switch 2 exclusives, original Switch games that have been improved for the new hardware and the best-performing, third-party titles worth your time. And keep an eye on this list, as there should be a lot more Switch 2 exclusives coming this fall that we're excited to try, including eagerly-awaited titles like Metroid Prime 4 . Best Nintendo Switch 2 games for 2025 Check out our entire Best Games series including the best Nintendo Switch games , the best PS5 games , the best Xbox games , the best PC games and the best free games you can play today. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/best-nintendo-switch-2-games-070007467.html?src=rss

AOL's dial-up internet still exists, but not for much longer

It may have been decades since you last heard the crunching screeches of connecting with dial-up Internet, but AOL said it will discontinue its dial-up service on September 30, officially marking the end of an era in Internet history. As first spotted by PC Gamer , AOL made the surprising announcement in a post buried in its AOL Help pages. Along with the dial-up service, AOL Dialer software and AOL Shield browser will also be discontinued by the end of September. It may come as a shock to most that AOL still runs its dial-up Internet service, but some thousands of users still rely on this outdated method as an affordable way to access the Internet in more rural areas. However, these user numbers in the low thousands are a far cry from AOL's heyday, which reportedly saw tens of millions of subscribers , most likely thanks to the stacks of free trial CDs people would find in their mailboxes. Nowadays, dial-up Internet fails to compete against the likes of much faster broadband options, which include cable, fiber and satellite alternatives. Even though AOL's dial-up service eventually lost relevancy, it stuck around for 34 years before meeting the same fate as other '90s tech icons like Blockbuster, Discmans and AOL Instant Messenger . Now, the only time you'll really hear that iconic America Online serenade is through recreations on social media . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/aols-dial-up-internet-still-exists-but-not-for-much-longer-193004233.html?src=rss

Rod Fergusson leaves Blizzard after five years leading Diablo

Rod Fergusson, the general manager of the Diablo franchise for the last five years, is leaving Blizzard. Fergusson announced the move on social media, but didn't say where he's going next. Before joining Blizzard in 2020 to lead Diablo , Fergusson was studio head at The Coalition, where he oversaw Gears of War. After five years driving the Diablo franchise with four big launches, its time to step away from Blizzard/Microsoft, sword in hand, and see whats next, Fergusson wrote in a post on Bluesky . Im proud of what weve built and excited for whats ahead for Diablo, and for me. His departure comes after significant layoffs this summer at Microsoft , Blizzard's owner, which affected its gaming division . In a reply to Fergusson's announcement, Xbox head Phil Spencer posted, You brought strength, hellfire, and vision to one of gamings most iconic franchises. Playing Diablo IV with you was a blastthanks for everything you gave to the game and the community. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/rod-fergusson-leaves-blizzard-after-five-years-leading-diablo-180049767.html?src=rss

The Space Invaders movie is apparently still happening

It's been a few years since we last heard anything about the Space Invaders movie that is reportedly in the works, but a new report suggests things are inching forward again. According to Deadline , Ben Zazove and Evan Turner ( The Out-Laws ) are now on board to write the movie for Warner Bros.' New Line Cinema. A movie adaptation of Taito's classic arcade game has been brewing for over a decade now, after Warner Bros. bought the rights to spin it into a film back in 2014. It was reported in 2019 that screenwriter Gregg Russo ( Mortal Kombat 2021) had been tapped to write the script, but it seems some changes have been made in the years since. There's no word yet on a release date or how it'll approach the alien invasion story. Video game adaptations have been having a bit of a moment lately, though, so they may be looking to ride that momentum and actually bring this one to life now. Time will tell. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-space-invaders-movie-is-apparently-still-happening-210851306.html?src=rss

OpenAI brings GPT-4o back online after users melt down over the new model

Following the rollout of OpenAI's latest GPT-5 model earlier this week, a certain user base was adamantly calling for the return of the previous GPT-4o model . Outspoken users complained about the writing quality of the updated model, with some even going so far as to grieve the loss of GPT-4o, which some said they considered a friend and confidant. In the latest OpenAI update that labels GPT-5 as the smartest, fastest, most useful model yet, the company removed the option to choose which model to use and defaults to GPT-5 instead. With the new model, GPT-5 uses a real-time router that switches between a more efficient model for basic questions and a deeper reasoning alternative for more complex demands. The initial rollout ran into some issues that made GPT-5 seem way dumber , according to OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman, who also opened up a Reddit AMA to offer more insight into the changes. On Reddit , Altman responded to a question by saying GPT-5's writing quality is better than previous models, but asked users if this felt true. In response, several Redditors voiced their opinion that the GPT-5 felt sterile and much worse and answered briefly and dryly. In response to the initial outcry, Altman posted on X that OpenAI would let Plus subscribers choose between using GPT-5 or GPT-4o. We for sure underestimated how much some of the things that people like in GPT-4o matter to them, even if GPT-5 performs better in most ways, Altman said on X. The return of GPT-4o was celebrated , but there's still no guarantee that OpenAI will keep its older model around indefinitely. In the same X post, Altman said that OpenAI will watch usage as we think about how long to offer legacy models for. In the meantime, OpenAI is focusing on finishing the GPT-5 rollout and making changes that will make it warmer. However, for users who have grown attached to GPT-4o as more than just an AI chatbot, this could be the beginning of the end. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-brings-gpt-4o-after-users-melt-down-over-the-new-model-172523159.html?src=rss

Apple's MacBook Air M4 is on sale for up to 20 percent off

Whether you need a new MacBook for the upcoming semester or you've just been itching to upgrade from an older machine, now's a good time to buy. Amazon has a sale on the latest M4 MacBook Air that knocks up to 20 percent off many configurations. The base model is where you'll get the biggest discount. The 16GB RAM/256GB SSD laptop is down to $799 from $999, which is the lowest price we've seen. You can upgrade to 512GB SSD for $999 , down from $1,199, another all-time low price, or 24GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for $1,199, down from $1,399. Then there's the 15-inch MacBook Air M4 , whose cheapest model is on sale for $999, dropping from $1,199. The 17 percent discount is the best deal we've seen since the pair debuted in March. As with the 13-inch model, the 16GB and 512GB SSD option is also a record-low price, dropping to $1,199 from $1,399. Then there's the 24GB upgrade , which is $1,399, down from $1,599. We're big fans of the MacBook Air M4, giving it a 92 in our review . Part of that comes from an already lower starting price for the MacBooks than their predecessors. The 2025 models also get a speed boost thanks to the M4 chip and are very thin with a 0.44-inch thickness. Neither the 13- or 15-inch will drag you down, weighing 2.7 pounds and 3.2 pounds, respectively. Plus, they both have excellent battery life, lasting over 18 hours while playing an HD video. The big differences in the 15-inch model mostly come down to size. The screen is obviously bigger, as is its trackpad. Other than that, it offers better speakers than its 13-inch sibling. Check out our coverage of the best Apple deals for more discounts, and follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/apples-macbook-air-m4-is-on-sale-for-up-to-20-percent-off-123031057.html?src=rss

Watch NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 astronauts return to Earth

The astronauts part of SpaceX's Crew-10 mission are on their way back home . Their Dragon capsule called Endurance is scheduled to splash down at approximately 11:33 AM Eastern time off the coast of California. Endurance undocked from the International Space Station at 6:15PM Eastern on August 8 with NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Takuya Onishi and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov onboard. They stayed on the ISS for five months and left a week after Crew-11 arrived to take their place. While they were on the space station, Crew-10 helped expand our knowledge on the physiological and psychological changes humans undergo on long-duration missions that range from weeks to a year. They also observed how blood flows from the brain to the heart in microgravity , among the other studies and experiments they conducted. As NASA notes, this will be its first Commercial Crew mission to splash down into the Pacific Ocean, as previous capsules splashed down off the coast of Florida. NASA will broadcast the crew's return, with its coverage starting at 10:15AM today, August 9. You can watch Endurance splash down into the ocean on NASA+ or on the YouTube video embedded below. NASA will also hold a teleconference after retrieving the astronauts and will broadcast the event on its website . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/science/space/watch-nasas-spacex-crew-10-astronauts-return-to-earth-133004329.html?src=rss

A magical farming sim, cat museum exploration and other new indie games worth checking out

Welcome to our latest recap of what's going on in the indie game space. This week, Nintendo held its latest Indie World showcase to spotlight titles that are coming to Switch and Switch 2, as well as some that arrived on the eShop on the day of the presentation. One of the latter was UFO 50 , which featured on many best of 2024 lists after it debuted on PC. Another was Is This Seat Taken? , which is about placing picky people in the right seats. This chill puzzle game from Poti Poti Studio and publisher Wholesome Games Presents arrived on Steam , iOS and Android as well this week. It has a look that reminds me a little of last years pretty platformer, Schim . Looking further ahead, the Indie World revealed the October release date for Ball x Pit , a Breakout -esque roguelite I'm very excited for. In addition, Mina the Hollower , the next game from Shovel Knight studio Yacht Club Games that we already knew was coming to Steam on Halloween , has been confirmed for a Switch and Switch 2 release on the same day. The showcase also revealed that Neverway , a creepy life-sim RPG from a studio founded by Pedro Medeiros (the pixel artist of Celeste ) and Murder Engine creator Isadora Sophia, is coming to Switch and Steam in 2026. Meanwhile, sci-fi RPG Caves of Qud is coming to Switch as a console exclusive later this year. This is a turn-based, sci-fi roguelike RPG from Freehold Games and publisher Kitfox Games that's rated overwhelmingly positive on Steam after nearly 10,000 player reviews (a quick scan indicates that those who get into Caves of Qud can sink hundreds of hours into it). Elsewhere, The International Game Developers Association, The International Game Developers Association Foundation and Women in Games International teamed up for an interesting announcement this week. The organizations are collaborating on a project called Port Quest, which is designed to help successful developers bring their games to mobile platforms. Studios who take part can receive assistance from industry veterans, access to workshops and more. Applications are open now and will close on September 15. Those chosen to participate will be featured in a showcase. However, only games that have earned at least $10,000 per month for the last six months are eligible. The games can't have previously been made available on mobile devices either. New releases A game called Ritual of Raven , from Spellgarden Games and publisher Team17, arrived on Steam and Switch this week. It's billed as a cozy, story-based farming sim but you're not going to be making your character till the land, plant seeds and carefully nurture crops here. Instead, this is more of a deckbuilder, as you'll collect tarot cards and make use of their magical powers to do the work for you. It seems like an interesting twist on the Stardew Valley formula, especially if you're into card-based games. Kimchi: A Stars in the Trash Story is a free, short game from Valhalla Cats that dropped this week on Steam and Itch.io just in time for International Cat Day. As a kitten named Kimchi, you'll explore a cat museum and solve puzzles as you learn about the history of cats. This is a spinoff of Stars in the Trash , a hand-drawn platform adventure with a gorgeous aesthetic that came out late last year. I bought that game months ago but haven't gotten around to playing it. The arrival of Kimchi is a good reminder for me to do that. I mentioned this one in a previous edition of this roundup, though I can't help but highlight it again (not least because I feel the need to switch things up after highlighting a couple of cozy games). Turbo Kid is a delightfully gory Metroidvania that acts as a quasi-sequel to a film of the same name that I utterly adore. It finally landed on Switch this week, alongside an update for a PC update that enhances a lot of the weapons and makes them easier to acquire. Outerminds says the update also brings performance improvements to lower-spec systems. Upcoming A foraging adventure called Out and About was supposed to debut this week, but it's been pushed back by a few days as Yaldi Games unfortunately didn't check the Early Access box in Steam's publishing tools. As such, the studio has had to delay the game's arrival until this Monday. That's a bit of a pity for a developer that's releasing its first-ever game, but Yaldi's transparency here is quite endearing. In any case, Out and About will see you gathering fungi and wild plants to help you cook delectable dishes and put together herbal remedies. You'll also be helping to rebuild your community following a powerful storm. The game features real-life plants, so you might learn how to identify flora when you're out and about in the real world and perhaps do some actual foraging of your own. Rogue Labyrinth looks absolutely gorgeous, with a look that reminds me of my favorite game of all time, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past . In this story-driven action title from Tea Witch Games and publisher indie.io, you'll seemingly be able to turn anything into a projectile (including deflected enemy attacks) by whacking it with your smacking stick. You'll play as a nomad named Iris who returns home only to find that the place where you grew up has been converted into a labyrinth that hosts a reality show. The labyrinth is home to randomized biomes that feature monsters and allies alike. Rogue Labyrinth is coming to Steam on September 1. A demo, which I might just check out this weekend, is available now. Atari revealed this week that Adventure of Samsara a spiritual successor to Atari 2600 title Adventure from 1980 is set to arrive on September 4. It's coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam and GOG . In this pixel art Metroidvania from developer Ilex Games, you'll attempt to restore balance to the multiverse. To do that, you'll need to explore a series of connected biomes and take down tough bosses. Of course, you'll gain abilities and upgrades while you're on your journey, because that's how Metroidvanias work. I think my favorite thing about Autumn with the Shiba Inu is that it's a sequel to a battle royale mystery visual novel called A Summer with the Shiba Inu , so I have two of these games to check out. This is a mystery visual novel from Quill Game Studios that puts you in the paws of Quei-Li, a freelance hacker tasked with uncovering information in a corruption case. There are multiple endings here, which should encourage replayability, and I appreciate the lovely doggo illustrations by artist Alicia Garca Ochoa in the trailer. Autumn with the Shiba Inu is coming to Steam on August 14, and a trailer is available now. Dude, Where Is My Beer? A New Hop is a point-and-click adventure in the vein of those LucasArts games from the '80s and '90s. In this project from Arik Games and Edo Brenes, you play as a dude who just wants to drink a pilsner when all that can be found are craft beers and gross IPAs (I can't stand IPAs, sorry). Since a master brewer has banned pilsners, you'll have to make your own by acquiring the right ingredients and gear, then entering a brewing contest. This is a sequel to 2020's Dude, Where Is My Beer? and I love the Star Wars pun in the sequel's title. There's no release window for Dude, Where Is My Beer? A New Hop as yet, but there's a demo up on Steam now . Let's wrap things up for this week with a game that's inspired by analog horror, outsider art and the liminal landscapes of David Lynch and Andrei Tarkovsky. Concierge is a surrealist, non-linear game in which you'll use a camcorder to help uncover clues and solve puzzles and trials that might require some outside-the-box thinking. This project from two-person Brazilian duo Kodino Artes and publisher Digital Tribe Games looks pretty compelling to me. Concierge is coming to Steam on September 15. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/a-magical-farming-sim-cat-museum-exploration-and-other-new-indie-games-worth-checking-out-120042340.html?src=rss

Infinix GT 30 5G+ launched in India with gaming triggers and customisable LED lighting

The Infinix GT 30 5G+ shoulder gaming triggers can be mapped to in-game actions such as shooting or aiming

Samsung launches 2025 soundbar lineup with AI sound optimisation and gyro sensor

They offer SmartThings, Alexa, Google Assistant, Chromecast, AirPlay, and Roon Ready compatibility

Samsung expands One UI 8 beta program to more Galaxy devices: Check list

In September, Samsung will roll out the official version of One UI 8

One AI-powered iOS app can tidy up your gallery, contacts, and even your email

Macworld As iPhones fill up with photos, videos, and unused apps, performance can start to lag and storage space quickly disappears. The Cleaner Kit uses AI to keep your iPhone organized and running efficiently, and its only $29.99 (reg. $104.97) for a lifetime subscription during this limited-time sale. The Cleaner Kit works for iPhones running iOS 15 or later. It uses smart scanning to quickly find and clean up the stuff you dont need, whether its clearing out duplicate or low-quality photos, compressing large videos to save space without ruining the quality, or keeping your photo library organized. It wont automatically delete any of your photos. Instead, it lets you swipe through your images so you can archive or delete old shots without digging through your whole gallery. Photos arent the only spot Cleaner Kit can tidy up. It can also work on your contacts by merging duplicates and removing empty entries, clear outdated calendar events, and even help manage your inbox. It groups emails by sender, which makes it easier to sort through everything and quickly delete or keep what you want. You can also store sensitive files or contacts in a secure, access-restricted vault for added privacy. If you want to tidy up your iPhone, this is an easy, low-cost way you only have to pay for once. Get a Cleaner Kit Premium Lifetime Plan on sale for $29.99. Cleaner Kit for iOS Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change .

Americans now spend 10 hours online every day

Americans average 10-plus hours online daily, according to recent survey, splitting time between streaming shows on TV and browsing websites on multiple devices.

Take the guesswork out of investing with this lifetime stock picking tool, now $56 (Reg. $486)

Lets face ittrying to figure out which stocks to buy can feel like throwing darts in the dark. Thats where Sterling Stock Picker comes in. Right now, you can grablifetime accessto this AI-powered stock analysis platform for only $55.19 (Reg. $486) with code SAVE20 . more

Step up your look with Alex Vandos wrinkle-free dress shirts from $15 (Up to 35% off)

Alex Vando Wrinkle-Free Dress Shirt Buy for $15 (Reg. $23) What we love By my count, I currently have 7 shirts from this brand in my closet right now. I ordered them over a year ago and have zero complaints. Well, I guess I am a bit disappointed that you get to spend less than I did. There are 30 styles to choose from here. Just bear in mind that not all of them are as heavily discounted as the blue one were featuring here. more

Amazon now offering most affordable unlocked Galaxy S25 Ultra at $300 off the list price

While we did catch some notable deals for Prime Day on unlocked Galaxy S25 Ultra handsets, anyone who might have missed out on those can scoop up the most affordable model at $300 off the list price right now this includes the Titanium Black and the Titanium Gray colorways. more

Restock while this 12-pack of Hanes tagless boxers is only $33 Prime shipped ($3/pair)

12-pack of Hanes Tagless Boxer Underwear Buy for $33 (Reg. $44) What we love If its been a bit since you refreshed the underwear in your wardrobe, heres a solid opportunity to do it and spend very little in the process. Right now Amazon will send this 12-pack of Hanes boxers to your doorstep at just $2.75/pair. Best of all, this pricing is currently available on S, M, L, and XL sizes. more

Commute up to 68 miles with exclusive 50% savings on ENGWEs Engine Pro 2.0 folding e-bike at a new $749.50 low

Weve secured an exclusive and budget-friendly deal from Wellbots for our readers on the ENGWE Engine PRO 2.0 Folding e-bike at $749.50 shipped , after using the exclusive promo code 9TO5ENGWE50 at checkout for 50% off. This model would normally run you $1,499 here, which weve seen discounted as low as $1,149 from the brand over the last year. That price is getting strong-armed out of the way with this exclusive deal that gives you a 50% markdown, putting nearly $750 back into your pocket at the best new price we have tracked. more

BYDs New Plug-In Hybrid SUV Leaks Ahead Of Its Official Debut

BYD is preparing to launch a new plug-in hybrid SUV called the Fang Cheng Bao Ti7 , with its official debut expected by the end of 2025 . Although the model hasnt been released yet, early images have surfaced online, offering a first look at its design and key features. Leaked by Sugar Design on the Chinese platform Weibo , the photos reveal both the interior and exterior of the upcoming vehicle. The Ti7 sports a bold, squared-off design with a flat roof , multi-spoke wheels, and what appears to be a retractable rear door . A distinctive two-tier rear light setup and a roof-mounted LiDAR system suggest that BYD is aiming to integrate advanced safety and driver-assistance technologies. These details are consistent with recent filings at Chinas Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), further confirming the design direction. With a length of 4.99 meters, width of 1.99 meters, height of 1.86 meters, and a wheelbase of 2.92 meters, the Ti7 is positioned as a full-size SUV. Despite its large footprint, it will feature a standard two-row seating configuration. Inside, a prominent touchscreen display dominates the dashboard, aligning with the brands emphasis on digital interiors. Under the hood, the Ti7 uses BYDs new DMS hybrid platform. It pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 154 horsepower with electric motors. The dual-motor version combines a 215 hp motor at the front and a 268 hp motor at the rear. A single-motor variant delivering 268 hp will also be available. This setup will be offered in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive options. The SUV is powered by a 26.6 kWh battery , enabling around 105 kilometers of electric-only range . A higher-tier version is expected to stretch that figure to approximately 130 kilometers. Fuel efficiency is estimated at 6.3 liters per 100 kilometers. While BYD has not confirmed if the Ti7 will be offered outside of China, including in the U.S. market, the model reflects the companys growing push into the premium hybrid SUV space. Its combination of size, technology, and electrified performance makes it a noteworthy contender in the expanding global EV and hybrid segments. BYDs New Plug-In Hybrid SUV Leaks Ahead Of Its Official Debut , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .

Samsungs 1TB 160MB/s EVO Select microSD card hits one of its lowest prices today at $67.50

Amazon is now offering Samsungs 1TB EVO Select memory card and adapter combo for $67.49 shipped. This is the latest 1TB EVO Select microSD model that debuted last year in August for $110, offering faster transfer speeds compared to the older one. Its recently been selling for $75 on Amazon, but todays deal knocks it further down to mark one of the lowest prices weve tracked for it. Only once before today have we seen this microSD card and adapter combo go for less, and its now within $7.50 of that price. Samsung, in case youre wondering, currently has it for $69.99 shipped . Head below for more details. more

Streamline your dual monitor setup with this desk mount at 37% off, now $23.50

HUANUO Dual Monitor Desk Mount Buy for $23.50 (Reg. $37) What we love Right now Im sitting in front of a dual monitor setup, and neither display is taking up space on my desk. This is because I have them raised up with a mount sort of like this one. A large majority of monitors support this, allowing you to float a couple of screens and clear off your desk all in one go. Best of all, $23.50 is a small price to pay. more

Burton Goods launches new full-grain leather bifold wallets at 20% off alongside new slim passport holder

Just after featuring its gorgeous new Techfolio cable organizer case with a notable launch deal yesterday, Burton Goods has also expanded its leather accessory lineup with some new wallets as well. A wonderful-looking new Slim Passport Leather Wallet joins a couple of new bifold models and some of them can be had during the launch phase at 20% off . Get a closer look below. more

Just $20 gets this headphone stand with RGB that doubles as a 6-in-1 USB-C power strip for your desk (46% off)

TROND Headphone Stand and 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip Buy for $20 (Reg. $43) What we love This is one of the most versatile headphone stands out there that doubles as a 6-in-1 20W USB-C power strip. Notably, it also has a built-in LED strip with four different lighting effects to add touch of color to your space. What we particularly like about this unit, though, is its retractable 5-foot power cord, which lets you pull only the length you need and hide the rest. more

Bag three pairs of polarized sunglasses with black, striped, and carbon fiber styling for $13.50 (Save 44%)

3-pack of KALIYADI Classic Polarized Sunglasses Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $24) What we love Trendy styles come and go, so if youre anything like me, I prefer to stick to classic styles that look reliably good all of the time. These sunglasses fit the bill, with one all-black pair, one that has stripes, and another that has a carbon fiber style. At $13.50 for all three, youre looking at well under $5 a pair here. more

5 phone settings to change right now for a safer smartphone

Boost your smartphone privacy instantly with these security tweaks for iPhone and Android that limit ad tracking, hide notifications and prevent unauthorized access.

Everything You Wanted to Know About Chinas Auto Industry Takeover

Does Tesla have a future? Where are the cheap US electric vehicles? How rapidly are Chinese EVs taking over the globe? Here's what we know.

EcoFlows final July Monthly Madness flash sale takes up to 55% off DELTA 2 Max and DELTA Pro 3 bundles starting from $1,349

As part of the final days of its July Monthly Madness Sale running through July 31 , EcoFlow has launched the last of this sales scheduled 24-hour flash sales through tomorrow at 9 a.m. PDT / 12 p.m. EST with up to 55% discounts on two solar generator bundles and an increased EcoCredits one-time purchase promotion. The most budget-friendly of the two bundles gives you the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station with a 400W solar panel at $1,349 shipped , and that price matches at Amazon too. This bundle would normally cost you $2,298 at full price, with discounts having mostly kept costs between $1,399 and $1,599 over the year, though we have seen it go as low as $1,279 during Prime Day. Youre looking at a 55% markdown here for the next 24 hours that saves you $949 at the third-lowest price we have tracked. Head below to learn more about this unit and the other offers during this sale. more

This bounty hunter reported a critical bug to Apple. He got $1,000

Macworld Security researchers play a crucial role in software development, identifying and discovering vulnerabilities. Its so important that Apple Security Research runs a Security Bounty Program that offers payouts to researchers for their discoveries. Depending on the severity of the vulnerability, a researcher can make as much as $2 million for spotting a bug, but, as one researcher shows, Apples perception of severity doesnt always make sense. A researcher who goes by RenwaX23 on X posted about the bounty received for what seems to be a critical security hole. Found in Safari, the hole is a Universal Cross-Site Scripting (UXSS) vulnerability, a type where an attacker can impersonate a user and access their data. In this instance, RenwaX23 demonstrated that the hole can be used to access iCloud and the iOS Camera app. The vulnerability was graded as Critical with a score of 9.8 (on a scale of 10), so it wasnt a small bug. Recorded as CVE-2025-30466 , Apple fixed it in Safari 18.4, which was released with iOS/iPadOS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 update back in March. RenwaX23 received a fee for the bug discoverya measly $1,000. RenwX23/X Why the low payout? Some who responded to RenwaX23s post believe its because Apple does consider the ease with which a user could encounter the vulnerability. In this case, too much user interaction is needed, as gergely_kalman puts it, to trigger the exploit. Apples website states that required user interaction is part of the criteria for determining bounties, along with the number of affected users, level of access, how well the report is written (which affects how much work Apple needs to do), and other factors. Apples website also provides types of vulnerabilities, pay scales, and examples, but as another poster on the thread, Taiko_soup , points out, Apples decisions seem arbitrary. Taiko_soup discovered a vulnerability that seemed to have a $50,000 payout, but was offered $5,000. Security researchers put in several long hours to find holes and report them so that users can have safer software. There seems to be a lack of perspective on Apples part to compensate researchers appropriately for the work they do. It doesnt look good when a company as large as Apple lowballs its payouts. When Apple releases OS updates, such as the recent macOS Sequoia 15.6 update, they include several security fixes, as detailed on th eApple Security Releases website . On that site, Apple lists the problems that were addressed, and if you look at each specific entry, youll see something called a CVE number (which refers to the record kept in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures database) and the name of a person or group. That name is a researcher who discovered the vulnerability.

This retractable 3-in-1 cable offers an Apple Watch puck, Lightning, and USB-C for $17

LISEN Retractable 3-in-1 Apple Watch, Lightning, and USB-C Cable Buy for $17 (Reg. $19) Clip the on-page 10% off coupon. What we love While USB-C is the go-to port for most of the new devices these days, wearables are sort of the exception. So if you have an Apple Watch, and maybe even some other Apple gear with a Lightning port, this cable is ready to tackle it all. On the power input side theres USB-C and on the output end youll find an Apple Watch puck, Lightning, and USB-C. Another nice perk here is that this cable retracts when not in use, making it easy to stow in a drawer, backpack, and more. more

Back to School deal saves $440 on Lenovos RTX 5070 Legion 5 gaming laptop with 165Hz OLED panel at $1,205

As part of its Back to School sale , Lenovo is offering its latest Gen 10 RTX 5070-powered Legion 5 gaming machine for $1,205.54 shipped . Head to this page right here , hit the Build your PC button, and select the RTX 5070 GPU from the next page before adding it to your cart. Also, be sure to enter promo codes EXTRAFIVE and LENOVOLIVE10 to see the discounted price during checkout. This is regularly a $1,645 build, which you can snag with a $440 discount. You can stack additional promo codes on top of the existing $235 discount to bring the price down even further as part of the ongoing sale. Todays deal lands this machine $95 below its previous all-time low from earlier this month. more

Just $6.50 Prime shipped will score Greenworks 20-piece Impact Bit Set (28% off)

Greenworks 20-piece Impact Bit Set Buy for $6.50 (Reg. $9) What we love It doesnt matter if youre just starting out or if youve lost some bits over the years, nows a solid opportunity to stock up at a low price. For just $6.50 Prime shipped you get 20 bits that are all nicely stowed inside of a bundled carrying case. The bit holder in the box is magnetic, which can certainly help when attaching bits as well as lock them in place during use. more

Save up to 35% on ECOVACS Goat RTK robot lawn mowers with fisheye cameras starting from an $850 low (Reg. $1,000+)

Amazon is offering the ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower for $849.99 shipped, which beats out the brands direct website pricing by $50 . This newer lawn care solution has only been on the market for five months and normally goes for $1,000 at full price, with discounts having mostly taken the price down to $900, aside from the two recent falls to the $850 low in May and June, while getting skipped over during Prime Day sales. This is the third time that weve seen this all-time low price appear with $150 cut from the tag price, and youll also find its upgraded counterpart benefitting from a discount below. more

If you have a Tesla, go ahead and grab Spigens magnetic jack lifting pads while theyre $40 (Save 22%)

Spigen Tesla Magnetic Jack Lifting Pads Buy for $40 (Reg. $51) What we love If youve got a Tesla, this is one of those accessories that I think is worth keeping inside of it at all times. The kit includes four jack lifting pads that Spigen touts as able to guard your Teslas chassis and battery from damage during a jack or lift for safe roadside assistance. Since these are magnetic, they all snap together and are easy to stown inside of the included case. more

How to get the full Microsoft Office Suite for life at just $50

Tired of software subscriptions slowly draining your bank account month after month? Youre not alone and thankfully, theres a smarter solution. For a one-time purchase of just $49.97 , lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2021 for Windows is yours. That means no ongoing fees, no surprise renewals, and no fine print just the full suite of essential Microsoft apps, unlocked forever on your PC. more

This metal 20-in-1 precision screwdriver set stows all of its bits inside of the driver, now just $6.50 (Save 54%)

JAKEMY 20-in-1 Metal Precision Screwdriver Set Buy for $6.50 (Reg. $14) What we love While a lot of precision screwdriver kits out there are often accompanied by a bulky case, this set differentiates itself with a design that crams everything into the driver itself. A feature that also sticks out is that the exterior can behave as a small ruler as well. I personally own a precision kit and have wound up using it for a more things around the house than I ever anticipated. more

Cover storm cleanup, firewood, more with Greenworks Pro 80V 18-inch cordless chainsaw at $199 low (Reg. up to $350)

Amazon is offering the Greenworks Pro 80V 18-inch Brushless Cordless Chainsaw with 2.0Ah battery at $199 shipped, while its priced at $229 directly from the brands website . It carries a $350 MSRP direct from Greenworks, but we have been seeing it more often at $299 at Amazon, with discounts mostly keeping things at $229 on average, with two previous falls to the $199 low, most recently during Prime Day three weeks ago. Youre looking at the best price we have tracked on this pro-grade model, giving you significant power for sawing needs with $100 cut from the tag (and $151 off the MSRP). more

How to sell a Mac or MacBook

Macworld Do you have a Mac or MacBook you want to sell? There are various ways to do it with the minimum amount of hassle. However, there is more to selling your Mac than just picking where to sell it. This guide covers everything you need to do when selling a MacBook or Mac, from evaluating the market and choosing the right price to making sure you arent ripped off, and deciding whether to trade in your Mac instead. First things firstprobably the most pressing question you have is, how much is your Mac worth? Well address that first. Then we will look at all the ways to sell your Mac: from selling it on eBay or other marketplaces, to trading it in at Apple, or selling it to a service that specializes in selling refurbished Macs. We also discuss the best place to sell a Mac jump to below. How much is my Mac worth? Wondering how much you can get for your Mac? When you pick your price you need to keep a few things in mind. Heres what you need to do to figure out how to price your Mac for sale. 1. Find out the model of your Mac Find out which model of Mac you are trying to sell. Foundry The first step when it comes to selling your old Mac is finding out which model you havenot just whether its a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, for example, but the generation and other specs. First click on the Apple logo in the top right of your screen. Next click About this Mac. This will give you an overview of your Mac, including the chip inside it, how much memory/RAM, and the serial number. The most telling detail will be the chip inside your Mac. It will either be an Intel processor or an M-series processor. Apple started switching its Macs to run on its own processors back in 2020, so if your Mac is older than that it will probably have an Intel processor, which may make it harder to sell, and will definitely reduce the price you can expect to get for it. You can also read our guide to identifying which Mac you have for help. 2. Find out how much similar Macs are selling for Once you know your Macs model, you can start to work on what its worth. Finding out its model, specs, and value can help you set a selling price. A good place to start is Apples Certified Refurbished Store ( U.S ./ U.K. ), which can give you a good indication of the maximum resell value of an M-series Mac (Apple no longer sells Intel-based Macs). For example, a 2020 MacBook Air with an 8-core CPU and 7-core GPU M1 chip, which cost $999 at launch, is sold refurbished by Apple for $589. Apple is hard to beat because the price includes a full one-year warranty and the knowledge that Apples engineers have rectified any problems with the device. Now you have an idea of what Apple is selling it for, choose a much lower price for your Mac. A person is unlikely to buy a used Mac from you at that price if they can get what is essentially a new one at the Refurbished Store. Continue your research by looking for used Macs for sale that are comparable to yours. Youll find that some listings categorize the laptop as pre-owned while others are listed as refurbished or certified refurbished. Pre-owned usually means its used and has not had major repairs or modifications to make it like new. Refurbished generally means that an Apple Certified engineer has looked it over and made repairs to make it like new, and it may even come with a warranty. Many secondhand Macs for sale come with extras. Perhaps its in the original sealed box (i.e. never used). Maybe they are bundling software with it (which isnt strictly legal; the Mac should have its data wiped out before you sell it). Some may or may not include accessories such as a keyboard, mouse, or power adapter. What you offer in your total package can influence your selling price. If you want to sell an Intel-based Mac, you can check prices on BackMarket ( U.S. / U.K. ) or Decluttr ( U.S .), MacFinder ( U.K .) or Music Magpie ( U.K. ). Just like Apple, BackMarket sells certified refurbished Macs with a 12-month warranty. We have more advice about where to buy a refurbished Mac from in another article. 3. Be realistic about demand Having Intel inside may be a disadvantage. Foundry Apples switch from Intel chips to its own M-series chips will affect your ability to sell an Intel Mac. Theres a small customer base that wants Intel Macs, but most people want the M-series. Also, keep in mind that as Macs age, Apple starts dropping support for them in different ways. Apple often drops older Mac generations when it releases a new version of macOS . There will be features that require a version of macOS that wont run on an older Mac. When Apple releases macOS Tahoe in late 2025 there will be only a few Intel Macs still supported, and Apple has revealed that this will be the last version of macOS to run on Intel Macs. Even if your Mac cant run the latest macOS it should continue to get software support for a couple more years because Apple will continue to issue security updates for the past two versions of macOS. Versions of macOS that are two or three generations older than the current version usually can still access iCloud and the apps still work. But if there is a security threat and Apple doesnt update the version of macOS you are running to address it you may find that websites stop working and the Mac becomes unusable. Its not only software support that dwindles. Apple stops providing hardware support, usually after five to seven years, which means a third-party shop has to be used for repairs. Read: How long does Apple support Macs . 4. Decide what to sell it for Foundry Be realistic about what your used Mac is worth. If your price for your three-year-old MacBook Pro is close to that of a completely new Mac, its not going to sell. But if you arent in a major hurry to sell your Mac, you might be happy to price it higher, hoping that someone will be prepared to pay for it. If you want to sell it quickly you might think that pricing it for a fast sell is wise. But a price that is too low could be a red flag to shoppersthey might assume that your Mac is faulty. If youre looking for a fast sale, consider a Mac selling service (we list a few below). Dont get caught up in what you originally spent on it. The MacBook Pro you are selling might have been the top dog at the time you bought it, but now an entry-level MacBook Air could be more powerful, so dont expect people to pay top dollar for your old Mac. 5. Choose whether to sell it privately, via a business, or part exchange/ trade it in Apple How to sell your Mac depends on the amount of effort you want to put into it. Selling your Mac through eBay , Gumtree , or a similar service is a lot of work. You might make a bit more money if you sell it privately, but you have to directly deal with the buyer. Its not as simple as posting your Mac for sale, collecting your money, delivering your Mac, and waving goodbye, but it can be satisfying. If you want to sell an old Mac and limit the effort you need to put in, find a business that will buy your Mac. These businesses often refurbish the Mac so they can turn it around and sell it, so that means you wont get top dollar, but its an easy sell. We cover some of these businesses below. If you are selling your Mac with the idea of buying a new one, some retailers offer an exchange. Apple will let you do this, as will various Apple Certified Resellers. We look at the prices you can get for this below but you can also find out more information here: How to sell or trade in your old Mac and save on a new one . Alternatively, if your Mac has very little resell value you might prefer to donate or recycle it. 6. Choose the best time to sell a Mac IDG The time of the year can affect the sale of your Mac. Typically, it makes sense to sell an old model before Apple announces a new one, rather than after the announcement. When a new model is announced, the older ones willlose a significantamount of value. So keep an eye on upcoming Apple events and rumors and try to pre-empt them if possible. You can read our lowdown on what products we expect Apple to announce over the next few months , and when we think Apple will hold its next launch event . We anticipate Apple updates in the spring (usually March), June (to coincide with WWDC), September, and October. But the company has been known to update products outside of these windows. Another good time to sell is in the summer months prior to students returning to or starting university. While students can get a decent discount on Mac products (read more about how to get an education discount on Apple products ), an older Mac may be a better fit for a students budget. Selling in the run-up to the December holidays is also a good time, but there is competition from the Black Friday deals . Where to sell your Mac in the U.S. These services will buy the old Mac from you. They wont pay you as much as they will sell it for, but this can be a quick and easy way to make some money by selling your Mac without the hassle. The amount on offer will depend on the condition of your machine. CashForYourMac Decluttr SellYourMac Back Market Decluttr Gainsaver Mac Of All Trades Where to sell your Mac in the U.K. There are several services in the U.K. that will buy your old Mac from you: Back Market CeX Cash4Mac Hoxton Macs MacBack MusicMagpie MacFinder Mac 4 Sale Apple Trade-In Apple has a trade-in program where the value of your old Mac is applied towards the purchase of a new one. Not all Macs qualify though; Apple may offer to recycle it instead of allowing it to be traded in. Apple certainly doesnt pay the highest rates either, but its a convenient service. To use the program you need to enter your Macs serial number, which you can find by clicking on the Apple logo in the top left of the screen and choosing About This Mac . Read more about how to trade in your Mac , or access Apples trade-in program . Trade it in with your local Mac reseller This is another option if you dont have a local Apple Store. Some Apple resellers can use the Apple Trade-In program to take your old Mac off your hands. They might offer to knock some money off the purchase of a new Mac in exchange for taking your old Mac. But there isnt a lot of flexibility in terms of how much of a discount they can give you because Apple controls the prices they sell products at. Other selling options If youd rather get the maximum amount of money for your Mac then you might prefer to use one of the following to sell your Mac. Sell on Ebay, Amazon, Craigslist, Gumtree, or a local Facebook group. Sell via an ad in a local newspaper or privately some other way. If you just want to get rid of it and you dont care about getting money for it you could sell via Freecycle , or give it to your local charity. What to do before you sell your old Mac Its perfectly safe to sell on a Mac second-hand, provided you take some basic precautions. (Well, if youve been storing state secrets or billion-pound business-critical data on there, you might want to get in some specialist help. The following tips are for the rest of us!) Before you sell your Mac second-hand, you should clean it both inside and out. We have complete details on how to wipe and reset a Mac , but in a nutshell: Make sure you have a backup and erase your Mac using the tools in macOS. Also, check to see if you have any original box or packaging. The more presentable the Mac looks in its photographs, and the more original packaging you have, the more it will fetch on the second-hand market.

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra configs still $220 off, but most affordable open-box model now $449 off w/ 1-yr. warranty

While the previous $220 drops we are were tracking on the latest Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra directly from Samsung are now sitting at $200 off on all configurations, the open-box listings at Best Buy are now even better. Considering these units we are highlighting are of the best quality Best Buy offers and the fact they ship with a 1-year warranty, the $449 in savings you can scoop up might very well be worth consideration if youre in the market for a flagship Galaxy Tab. All of the details are waiting down below. more

Value-packed bundle refuels two smartphones at 45W each with a car charger and USB-C cables for $12.50

LISEN 90W USB-C Car Charger with 2 Type-C Cables Buy for $12.50 (Reg. $15) What we love Apple and Samsungs latest smartphones support 45W charging speeds, which can rapidly replenish a dead battery. If you want to tap into that while going from one place to another, this car charger bundle is worth having a look at. Its compact and offers two 45W USB-C ports. Best of all, a couple of Type-C cables are included so youll be all set from the start. more

Shepherd kids and packages with Rad Powers popular RadWagon 4 cargo e-bike at $1,499 (Reg. $1,799)

As part of its ongoing Back to School Sale running through August 6 , Rad Power Bikes is offering its RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike at $1,499 shipped , alongside the ongoing low RadExpand 5 pricing and the new RadRunner e-bike bundles. This popular model fetches $1,799 at full price, which weve only seen dropped down to $1,599 over the last year, with more frequent returns to $1,499 in 2025 or otherwise given some bundled accessory packages. This is the lowest price we have tracked in the last two years, beaten out by the $1,399 post-launch low from 2023 and the all-time $1,299 preorder low from its launch years before. more

Microsofts Smurface Edition Copilot+ PC with laser-etched Smurfs on the lid now up for grabs very limited units

Microsoft has quietly released a very limited batch of its special Smurface Edition Surface Laptop Copilot+ PC on Amazon for $999.99 shipped . The brand has quietly rolled this out without much fanfare, and you might want to jump in and snag one before they sell out. The listing says only 100 units of these Smurface Edition notebooks are up for grabs, so be sure to grab one to be among the very limited number of folks to have one of these. Hit the jump for details. more

Apple Find My, a built-in stand, and 7-card capacity headline this MagSafe wallet down at $24 (Reg. $40)

ExtreLife 7-Card Apple Find My MagSafe Wallet Buy for $24 (Reg. $40) Clip the on-page 20% off coupon. What we love If you want to make the switch to a MagSafe wallet, but need to room for more than a couple of cards, this offering has you covered. Youll find space for up to 7 cards, and theres even built-in stand functionality too. One other standout perk here is integrated Apple Find My support, which is pretty awesome given the price point here. more

Nomad debuts new leather case for your AirPods 4 in three colors at $29

If you happened to pick up a new set of AirPods 4 during the particularly notable Prime Day deals we featured, or perhaps last holiday season, one of our favorite leather accessory makers just quietly launched a brand new case you might want to check out too. The Nomad Modern Leather Case was already available for AirPods Pro 2, but it is now up for grabs for your AirPods 4 case at $29 . Get a closer look below. more

Good luck beating this 0.55-inch 5,000mAh Qi2 MagSafe power bank at $12.50, 10,000mAh $17.50 (Save 29%)

ESR 0.55-inch 5,000mAh Qi2 MagSafe Power Bank Buy for $12.50 (Reg. $17.50) Apply code OL47V4XB during checkout What we love The world of power banks is increasingly becoming more and more competitive, but todays deal is truly hard to beat. Youre looking at a MagSafe unit with a 5,000mAh capacity and fast 15W Qi2 charging for just $12.50. Best of all, it only measures roughly half an inch thick. Interested in a larger 10,000mAh model? Use the same code to snag a white or black unit at $17.50 (Reg. $25). more

Add wireless CarPlay or Android Auto to your ride w/ the CarlinKit Mini SE Pro at $41 (Reg. up to $90)

If youre looking for a simple way to transition your wired CarPlay/Android Auto connection in your ride to a wireless one (because who doesnt really?), these handy little CarlinKit devices can be a notable option and we just spotted a notable deal on the CarlinKit Mini SE Pro wireless adapter . This one has carried a $90 regular price all year before more recently dropped to just under $59 in mid-May, and now you can clip the on-page coupon to drop your total to $41.49 shipped. Details below. more

How AI is now helping hackers fool your browser's security tools

Platforms like Hoax Tech and JS Click Cloaker help cybercriminals bypass detection systems using machine learning to selectively display scam content to victims.

Dont miss Razers pro-grade Wolverine V3 controllers with Hall effect sticks while theyre starting from $70 lows

As part of its wider video game sale , Woot is offering Razers Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition Wired gaming controller in white for $69.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This particular model debuted with a $100 price tag last year alongside its wireless counterpart , which is also down at $149.99 Prime shipped right now from its usual price of $200. These are the lowest prices we have tracked for these gamepads to date since their debut last year, so be sure to cash in and snag them while you can. All these units, by the way, are currently fetching their full prices at Amazon right now, except for the wireless model in black that just hit the $172 Amazon low. Head below for more details. more

Todays best iOS app deals and freebies: Loads of Final Fantasy games, Secret of Mana, more

The mid-week lineup of App Store prices drop are now up for grabs down below. Just be sure to scope out the MacBook offers on tap this week if youre in the market for one the M4 MacBook Pro is at new lows with $300 in savings while all M4 MacBook Air models are $200 off starting from $799 shipped . Those offers also join a return low on Apple Pencil (USB-C) and a $200 drop on the 512GB M4 iPad Pro . As for the apps, we have loads of Final Fantasy titles and the brilliant Mana series take center stage. Everything awaits below. more

Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Nintendo Switch hits Amazon all-time low at $40 today

Amazon is now offering its first price drop and a subsequent all-time low on Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3 + 4 Standard Edition for Nintendo Switch. The regularly $50 remake that combines two of the classic THPS titles is now sitting down at $39.99 shipped . Again, this is the best price we have tracked for this one at Amazon to date. There is an official Code in box Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the game, but it is still sitting up at $50 shipped it delivers much better resolution and visuals on Switch 2 (but there is no upgrade path as of yet). more

This ultra-mini aluminum 15W Qi2 MagSafe power bank is among the smallest weve seen, its only $29 today (42% off)

Baseus official Amazon storefront has lately been dishing out some great deals on its charging gear, and we just spotted another one that gets you the brands latest 5,000mAh ultra-mini Qi2 MagSafe power bank for $28.79 Prime shipped once you enter promo code RT8XQSCG during checkout. Also, folks without a Prime membership can dodge the shipping fee by checking out with items worth over $35 in the cart. This new battery pack hit the scene not long ago carrying a $70 price tag. It dropped to the $50 mark shortly after its debut, but todays deal shaves an additional $21 off to mark the steepest discount weve tracked for it to date. Todays 42% discount drops this power bank $1 below its previous all-time and our mention from earlier this month, so be sure to snag it now if you missed that offer. more

Nintendo just officially announced the July Direct showcase

Its now official , Nintendo Direct is going live again this week with the first major Switch 2 showcase since it released in June. This is, of course, outside of the dedicated Mario Kart 8 stream and the particularly exciting Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, but this week we are in for a more traditional Switch 2 Direct that is set to showcase plenty of upcoming titles and hopefully some major surprises too. more

The iPhone Fold will reportedly cost less than expected when it arrives next year

Macworld Apples long-awaited entry into the foldables space will finally take place next year, according to the latest analyst report. In a client note seen by CNBC earlier this week, JPMorgan said the fairly limited iPhone 17 release will be followed by the more compelling launch of the first iPhone Fold in the fall of 2026. Investor focus has already turned to the 2026 fall launches, the analyst wrote, with Apple expected to launch its first foldable iPhone as part of the iPhone 18 lineup in September 2026, featuring a book-style fold similar to Samsungs Galaxy Z Fold series. The latest of Samsungs Galaxy foldables, the Z Fold 7 , has an outer display that measures 6.5 inches and an 8-inch inner one. Apples rival device, according to JPMorgan, will be a little less well-endowed, with displays measuring 5.5 and 7.8 inches respectively. But it should make up for this in other areas, such as its anticipated crease-free foldable display, a technology which Samsung is still working on and hopes to achieve in time for the Z Fold 8. The predicted launch timeframe largely fits with the current consensus, as most reports expect the first folding iPhone to launch in late 2026 or early 2027. Where JPMorgan differs from rivals is in expected pricing. Acknowledging that the iPhone Fold will have premium pricing, the analyst nevertheless pitches the MSRP at around $1,999, a high price, but a little lower than previously expected and in line with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which starts at $1,999 for 256GB of storage. Previous estimates put the folding iPhone at somewhere between $2,000 and $2,300. For all the latest news and rumors on this topic, check out our regularly updated foldable iPhone superguide.

Land an unlocked Google Pixel 8 Pro at $400 off w/ a FREE $300 Pixel Watch and a case ($735 in savings)

As you likely already know, the new series 10 Google Pixel phones are inbound next month, and that likely means Google will soon be done with the Google Pixel 8 and no longer carry it officially. And for folks who arent interested in paying the premium for the latest and greatest handsets, you might want to take a look at the particularly notable clearance offer Google is offering you can land the Pixel 8 Pro at $400 off with a FREE $300 Pixel Watch 2 anda FREE $35 Google Pixel Pro 8 case too. Details below. more

Save $435 while Alienwares popular 32-inch 240Hz QD-OLED 4K UHD gaming monitor is down to its lowest price

As part of its Back to School offers , Dell is offering Alienwares popular 32-inch QD-OLED curved gaming monitor for $849.99 shipped . This is regularly a $1,200 unit, which is now seeing a $435 discount. Be sure to visit the Dell Rewards page here and sign in to see a 10% off Alienware Monitors offer waiting for you under the Dell Benefits tab . Hit the Claim button and use the generated promo code during checkout for the monitor to land the discounted price of $764.99 shipped . This offer marks the return of the lowest price we first tracked for it earlier this year as part of a limited-time deal that very few had a chance at, so be sure to cash in and upgrade your battlestation while this offer is still live. The same monitor, in case youre wondering, is currently fetching $850 at Best Buy . Head below for more details. more

Mid-range 512GB M4 iPad Pro returns to Amazon low today at $200 off, plus 2TB at $300 off

While there are a couple configurations seeing notable deals, some particularly deep, discounts on the M4 iPad Pro lineup have been light at best over the last month. Mostly skipping out on the Prime festivities, at least in any official capacity, we are now seeing the return of Amazon low pricing on the mid-range 512GB 13-inch model at $200 off the list price. more

Samsungs new 2025 Odyssey 49-inch 144Hz ultrawide curved gaming monitor hits new all-time low at $250 off

We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Samsungs 2025 49-inch Odyssey G9 (G91F) curved gaming monitor down to $749.99 shipped. This is a fairly new model that debuted earlier this year in March carrying a $1,000 price tag alongside the brands other new OLED gaming monitors . Todays deal shaves $250 off its usual going rate, landing it $50 below its previous all-time low and our mention from last month. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this monitor, and you can learn more about it in detail below. more