Turn boring, blank wall space into a jungle oasis with LEGO
LEGO Art The Fauna Collection Tiger set Buy for $42 (Reg. $65) What we love If you want to bring some colorful and striking decor to your walls, this LEGO Art Tiger set is quite the standout with its frameless 3D brick-built rendition surrounded by flowers and plants. It quickly turns that blank spot on your wall into a jungle oasis, with the fauna repositionable to suit your stylistic tastes. more
Tested: The RingConn Gen 3 Smart Ring is an absolute steal [Video]
Now Ive never worn a ring before, but I have been wanting to test a smart ring for a while now. I was able to get my hands on the latest Gen 3 Smart Ring from RingConn, and to be honest, Im a big fan. Theres one issue, but theres also a HUGE perk. Be sure to peep the full video review below. more
ChargePoint CEO says growth is starting to accelerate after a 70% stock surge
ChargePoint shares rose more than 70% after second-quarter revenue of $116.1M beat the $105.2M expected and losses came in far below forecast. Its Level 3 rollout targets Europe, where AFIR mandates a 150kW charging point every 60km on the trans-European core network. ChargePoints shares rose more than 70% on Thursday. Chief executive Rick Wilmer called [] This story continues at The Next Web
Acer 2-in-1 USB-C SD Card Reader Buy for $10 (Reg. $13) What we love I added 24/7 security cameras to my home a few years back and they store the footage on microSD cards. I can browse the footage from my phone, but scrubbing through that can be a nightmare on mobile. Its nice to grab the card, plug it into my computer and go through it quickly, and thats why I keep a reader like this in my tech bin. more
As noted by MacStories editor-in-chief Federico Viticci, TestFlight now shows recent betas by default again for all users. In July, Apple updated TestFlight with a search field for quickly finding apps that you are beta testing, but some users started to see their apps presented in alphabetical order. It is not entirely clear if this was a bug or an intentional change, but many users did not like it, and TestFlight version 4.3.1 reverses course. The update with the fix is available in the App Store now. The search field remains. Tag: TestFlight This article, Apple Just Fixed TestFlight first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Britain built a legal route to driverless taxis in May. London
Uber and Wayve began carrying paying passengers in London on 3 September, in whatWayve described in a statementas the UKs first autonomous ride-hailing service. Every car has a trained, TfL-licensed private hire driver on board. Olivia Solon rode one on a wet morning this week andsummarised the experience for Bloombergas autonomous rides with hands still [] This story continues at The Next Web
Stay cool while hiking this fall with G Gradual
G Gradual UPF 50+ Hiking Shirt Buy for $13 (Reg. $20) What we love I personally find shirts like this to be incredibly comfortable when heading outdoors. As soon as I put them on they feel a bit cool to the touch, making this a balanced option for the turbulent fall temperatures ahead. more
Export controls went after China
Moonshot AI is considering raising up to $5bn in a Hong Kong initial public offering as soon as this year,Bloomberg reported on Friday. Dong Cao, Julia Fioretti, Pei Li and Luz Ding sourced the account to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified because the information is private. The Beijing lab [] This story continues at The Next Web
Lexar is joining the IFA 2026 announcements with a wild new portable SSD called Muse. This is being billed by Lexar as the worlds thinnest portable SSD, measuring just 3.8mm at its thickest point. It tapers further down to only 1mm around the edges, which is seriously impressive. That makes it more like a thin metal card than the usual chunky external drive were used to, and Lexar says it pulled that off with high-density NAND stacking and a custom ultra-thin PCB architecture. Head below for a closer look and more details. more
Nintendo just announced two Direct livestream events for next week
Zelda takes center stage on September 8 and everything else is being saved for September 9.
Apple Testing New HomePod With Siri AI
Apple has been testing a new full-sized HomePod with Siri AI support, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Unfortunately, in his report outlining upcoming Apple products today, Gurman said the new full-sized HomePod doesn't appear to be imminent, so do not expect the speaker to be updated soon. The current HomePod was unveiled in January 2023 . Related Roundup: HomePod Tags: Mark Gurman , Siri Buyer's Guide: HomePod (Caution) This article, Apple Testing New HomePod With Siri AI first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Executives at Abu Dhabis G42 have held exploratory talks about selling a majority stake to American companies,Bloomberg reported on Friday, as the firm races to guarantee access to advanced chips beyond next year. Alex Dooler, Zainab Fattah and Dinesh Nair sourced the account to people familiar with the matter, who declined to be identified because [] This story continues at The Next Web
Rogue OpenAI agents took over a German coding forum in a previously undisclosed hijacking
OpenAI says it's investigating the incident after a group of researchers disclosed their findings.
Travel up to 130 miles with Velotric
As part of Velotrics Labor Day Sale event , which is offering the Discover 2 Comfort Commuter e-bike at a new $1,499 low , the brand is also offering a first-time bundle of the Nomad 2 Off-Road Fat-Tire e-bike with an extra battery at $1,999 shipped . The deal here is similar to those we see from Lectric, Juiced, and Monarc, with the savings not being on the bike itself, but instead coming from the FREE $550 battery that doubles its travel range. Considering weve only ever seen as big as $250 savings cut from the tag and small (and rare) bundle additions in select sales, the overall $550 savings here makes it the biggest deal weve tracked to date. Head below to learn more about this specific model, or check out the full Velotric Labor Day Sale lineup here . more
Tesla's Cybercab is under federal investigation almost immediately after hitting the streets
Regulators will review the process and data Tesla used to self-certify the vehicle.
ECOVACS debuts DEEBOT X12S OmniCyclone robot vacuum and mop at IFA 2026 with $300 launch savings
The IFA 2026 reveals just keep coming , and today ECOVACS is rolling out the red carpet for the latest addition to its robot cleaner fleet: the DEEBOT X12S OmniCyclone Robot Vacuum and Mop plus, its getting a launch deal right out of the gate, too. The main focus with this new model is whole-home cleaning coverage with a sealed dust-mite carpet chamber that pushes down into the pile rather than riding along the top. Head below to get the rundown on this all-new autonomous companion. more
Volkswagen plans 50,000 more job cuts, taking the total to 100,000
Volkswagens supervisory board unanimously approved cutting a further 50,000 jobs, bringing planned reductions to 100,000, and left four German plants without secured production from 2031 to 2034. Half that board represents the workforce and Lower Saxony holds 20% of the voting rights under the 1960 Volkswagen Law. Volkswagen will cut another 50,000 jobs. Its supervisory [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple to Kick Off Ternus Era With Its Biggest-Ever Slate of New Products
Apple is about to start the biggest run of device releases in its history, delivering a wave of fresh form factors and whole new product areas in 2026, 2027 and beyond
Nintendos big Switch 2 release of the year, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, has been officially revealed, but very little is known about it. Nintendo did mistakenly drop a brief description, and it has told us it is coming this year, but what is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date? How much is it going to cost? And what sort of remake are we going to get? more
Apple Planning to Update MacBook Neo in Three Ways
Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reported that Apple plans to release a second-generation MacBook Neo in 2027 with three updates: an A19 Pro chip, 12GB of RAM, and new color options. Released in March 2026, the current MacBook Neo has an A18 Pro chip with 8GB of RAM, and it is available in Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo. In the U.S., the laptop initially started at $599, but Apple raised the price to $699 in June. Apple continues to offer a $100 discount to college students and educational staff. Related Roundup: MacBook Neo Tag: Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Buy Now) Related Forum: MacBook Neo This article, Apple Planning to Update MacBook Neo in Three Ways first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Electric cars outsold every other powertrain in Britain last month
Battery-electric cars took a record 29.8% share of UK registrations in August, outselling every other powertrain, though year-to-date uptake of 25.6% remains below the 33% zero emission mandate. The Commission has proposed cutting the EUs 2035 target from 100% to 90%, permitting plug-in hybrids and range extenders. Electric cars were Britains best-selling powertrain last month. [] This story continues at The Next Web
Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers
But you'll need a powerful system with 64GB of RAM to use it.
Nintendo has officially announced the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct!
Here we go folks! Nintendo has just officially announced the long-awaited, highly-anticipated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Direct, and a second more traditional Direct show the very next day. This is huuuuge! more
Apple Reportedly Plans to Release These 14 Products by Early Next Year
Apple will be holding its next event on Wednesday, September 9 to unveil its latest iPhones and Apple Watches, but that is not all, according to a new report. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today shared a long list of products that he expects Apple to unveil between next week and early 2027. Our list below summarizes Gurman's reporting and mixes in some other rumors. iPhones iPhone 18 Pro: A20 Pro chip , a smaller Dynamic Island , a simplified Camera Control button, new Dark Cherry and Light Blue color options , improved vapor chambers to prevent overheating, and more. iPhone 18 Pro Max: The same features rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, but the Pro Max model may be slightly thicker due to a larger battery and a variable aperture camera , which might be exclusive to the Pro Max model this year. iPhone Ultra: A foldable so-called iPhone Ultra with a 7.7-inch inner display and 5.3-inch outer display , two rear 48-megapixel Wide and Ultra Wide cameras, one front camera, a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID, an A20 Pro chip, and more. The device's crease is expected to be less noticeable compared to many previous foldables. iOS 27 will have more landscape apps, side-by-side apps, and other multitasking features on the device. Expect to spend $2,000 or more. Apple Watches Apple Watch Series 12: A faster S11 chip or newer, longer battery life , and a ceramic case option . Fitness tracking improvements may include a continuous heart-rate sensor that can run the whole day, even outside of workouts. Apple Watch Ultra 4: A faster S11 chip or newer, fitness tracking improvements such as the continuous heart-rate sensor, and additional satellite features for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and newer, such as Apple Maps via satellite and the ability to send and receive photos with Messages via satellite. Touch ID was initially rumored for the next Apple Watches but has seemingly been ruled out . iPads iPad mini: A19 Pro or A20 Pro chip , an OLED display , a vibration-based speaker system , and a water-resistant design . Macs iMac: M6 chip and new color options . Apple announced the M6 chip last week. MacBook Pro: A new 14-inch MacBook Pro base model with an M6 chip . MacBook Ultra: A major MacBook Pro redesign in late 2026 or early 2027, with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips , an OLED display, a touch screen, a Dynamic Island, and a thinner design. On this laptop, which will reportedly be named MacBook Ultra , macOS 27 is expected to offer a touch-friendly interface . While this rumor is far less certain, it has also been said that it might be possible to configure the MacBook Ultra with the M5 Ultra chip that debuted last week . Home Apple TV: At least five new features , including an A17 Pro chip or newer, an increased 8GB of RAM for Apple Intelligence, Siri AI support, an Apple-designed N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, and an updated Siri Remote. The new Apple TV will apparently look similar to the existing model, so do not expect any major design changes. HomePod mini: Newer chip with Siri AI support, improved sound quality, Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, and potentially new color options like red . The new HomePod mini will apparently look similar to the existing model, so do not expect any major design changes. Home Hub: An all-new smart home hub featuring Siri AI, a 6-inch to 7-inch square display, an A18 chip or newer for Apple Intelligence, FaceTime, and more. A new operating system will feature clock faces, widgets, and more. There will a tabletop version with a speaker base and a wall-mounted version. Headphones AirPods 5: Two new AirPods 5 models with and without active noise cancellation. Beats 360: New over-ear Beats 360 headphones with an AirPods Max-like design, interchangeable ear cushions and headbands, up to 1.75 more noise cancellation than the Beats Studio Pro, IPX4-rated water resistance, and more. Tag: Mark Gurman This article, Apple Reportedly Plans to Release These 14 Products by Early Next Year first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Switch 2 Labor Day game deals continue: Tomodachi Life, Metroid Prime 4, Zelda, Kirby, more
Joining the ongoing Labor Day sales at Amazon, Best Buy , and Walmart , as well as the giant list of discounted PS5 and Switch game deals we have below, we are circling back to the Woot Summer of Gaming Sale today . While there are some titles for less elsewhere, the Woot sale has a few key Switch 2 games at the lowest prices around right now: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream $53 (Reg. $60) Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Nintendo Switch 2 Edition $50 (Reg. $70) Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch 2 $60 (Reg. $70) Kirby Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World Switch 2 $65 (Reg. $80) And even more Best Buy Labor Day game deals: Select EA games starting at $19.99 Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 game deals from $20 FREE $10 Best Buy e-Gift Card withThe Blood of DawnwalkerDay 1 Edition pre-order FREE $10 Best Buy e-Gift Card with FC 27 Plus and Total members get 10x rewards with pre-order of Grand Theft Auto VI And much more Best Buys giant 2026 Labor Day sale is now live: Apple, Android phones, appliances $1,100 off, TVs, more Amazons massive 2026 Labor Day sale now live! Thousands of deals: Apple, Android, TVs, tech under $100, more from under $5 FREE money: Amazon now selling Nintendo gift cards at 15% off more
Were seeing a ton of new charging accessories debut as part of the IFA 2026 announcements, and one of the more interesting releases so far is UGREENs new MagFlow Pro Qi2.2 25W magnetic power bank. UGREEN is calling it the worlds first liquid-cooled Qi2 25W power bank, and theres even a transparent window on the back that lets you see the coolant moving through the system in real time. The new 10,000mAh pack is now available via UGREENs official Amazon storefront for $149.99 shipped. The brand also unveiled a couple of other Qi2.2 25W charging accessories alongside it, and you can learn more about those below along with a closer look at this new liquid-cooled power bank. more
Global payroll has an infrastructure problem, and it is finally getting attention
Cross-border payroll moves more than 200 billion dollars a year, and until recently, nobody was building shared infrastructure for it. As one recent report on the infrastructure gap in cross-border payroll pointed out, financial markets have exchanges, trade has clearing houses, and cross-border payroll has neither. The plumbing a treasury team would have recognized in [] This story continues at The Next Web
New Galaxy S26 FE launches today with a FREE $200 Amazon gift card
Alongside some giant discounts live Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra in Best Buys Labor Day sale at up to $600 off , today Samsung is launching the new and much more affordable Galaxy S26 FE. There are some bundle deals directly on the Samsung site , but Amazon is serving up FREE $200 gift cards on all models on top of trade-in values. more
Joining the massive Labor Day sales at Amazon and the freshly updated Best Buy event , Walmart has now launched its 2026 Labor Day sale with thousands of prices now getting dropped even lower . more
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders might start later this year
Macworld Just a few days ago, Apple announced the date for its annual Phone event : Wednesday, September 9, less than two weeks away. Were expecting Apple to unveil its first-ever folding iPhone at the event, along with the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12 . But if youre looking to buy one of them, you might have to wait longer than usual. A reliable source has told Macwelt that pre-orders this year are not set to begin, as usual, on the Friday following the launch. Instead, Apple will open pre-orders a day later, on Saturday, September 12. The reason for this is that this year, September 11 falls on the Friday following the event, a day of remembrance and mourning in the U.S. The time is also set to change, according to the source: While pre-orders usually begin at 5 am PT, Apple is reportedly opening up pre-sales at midnight PT on Saturday. Apple held midnight PT pre-orders until the iPhone 11, when it shifted the time to better accommodate other time zones. It wouldnt be the first time Apple has moved pre-orders from Friday to the following Saturday: 11 years ago, the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus werent available for pre-order until Saturday, September 12, 2015, for the same reason. This preorder should apply to the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, and any other surprises Apple has in store. However, if youre looking to buy one of the foldable iPhone Ultras, reports claim that preorders might not begin until late September . A similar situation occurred in 2020, when the iPhone 12 Mini and the iPhone 12 Pro Max were launched later than the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 12 Pro due to the coronavirus pandemic. Apple also delayed the iPhone X in 2017 due to production issues with the next-gen handset.
Claude has the ability to use past chats with you as context for current and future prompts, so it's important that they are accurate.
I flossed fake teeth with Dyson's tech-riddled CameraJet toothbrush
Don't worry, we didn't share $500 CameraJet toothbrush.
Rare Labor Day deals knock up to $110 off Amazon
As part of its giant Labor Day sale, Amazon delivered some rare discounts on its latest $110 off . more
Volkswagen confirms cutting 50,000 jobs as part of its survival plan
The Volkswagen Group has revealed a 'transformation program' that includes layoffs, potential factory closures and brand shutdowns.
Heads up! Launch deal now live on Baseus
Baseus just unleashed a new 100W PicoGo Pro Smart Display charger as part of its IFA 2026 announcements, and you can now snag one with a nice launch deal at $39.99 shipped via the brands official Amazon storefront. Be sure to enter promo code BSAH2295T during checkout to see the discounted price. This brand-new charger just hit the scene carrying a $60 price tag, but the promo code takes $20 off that price to mark a new best price to beat. You can get this in Dark Cherry and Black finishes, and theyre both down to the $40 low today as part of this launch deal. Head below for more details. more
Score a massive $600 off Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra in Best Buy
Best Buy has now updated its massive 2026 Labor Day event with some fresh discounts, but we wanted to circle back to some of the latest Galaxy phone offers. Not only are we catching some deals on the new Z Flip 8 , but there are some wild discounts live on the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra as well. New condition models are $300 off, and youll find excellent condition open-box between $570 and $600 off the list prices . more
Twelve South AirFly Pro Wireless Audio Transmitter for your AirPods now down at $40
Twelve South AirFly Pro Wireless Audio Transmitter Buy for $40 (Reg. $55) What we love While not the latest model, I still use this one and it works great. Delivering wireless audio transmission from wired-only sources flights, workout gear, and more it is a wonderful addition to any travel kit if you ask me (especially at nearly 30% off). more
UGREEN is making a much bigger play at IFA 2026 this year, and it goes well beyond the new MagFlow charging gear weve already covered . Alongside the new chargers, the company has introduced HomeAgent , a local-first smart home platform that brings AI processing, storage, security, and device control together under one roof. The announcement also marks UGREENs entry into the AIoT space, with a whole family of cameras, hubs, smart displays, and other connected gear planned around the new ecosystem. Head below for a closer look and more details. more
Your wallet can sit out next week
Macworld On September 9, Apple is scheduled to hold its most anticipated hardware-centric event of the year. During the Surprise and shine keynote, Apple CEO John Ternus is expected to announce the all-new iPhone Ultra, alongside iPhone 18 Pro models, fresh Apple Watches, enhanced AirPods, and an overhauled smart home line. While many of these devices will pack new hardware with a lot of hype behind it, it may be wise to skip buying your annual Apple upgrade this fall. Not only will iPhones be more expensive than ever, but many of the upgrades were expecting might not be worthy of an upgrade at all. Insufficiently Ultra Perhaps the events most exciting announcement will be the iPhone Ultra . The first-generation product will mark Apples entry into the foldable market, rivaling Samsungs Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the like. Itll probably offer some neat benefits, like a more powerful iOS multitasking system and the ability to seamlessly switch between the small and large screen form factors. Essentially, its a hybrid device that blends an iPhone with an iPad mini. It all sounds great until you take a closer look at the full package. Ice Universe Despite its rumored Ultra branding, the foldable will sacrifice several iPhone features available on cheaper models. Most notably, itll downgrade biometric authentication from Face ID to Touch ID and exclude the telephoto camera that enables a longer zoom range. It may also come in just two lifeless colorways. Taking its high cost into consideration, its hard to justify buying the iPhone Ultra. Its usually advisable to steer clear of first-gen devices, especially when they cost $2,000-2,500 and arent as capable as the rest of the lineup. Id recommend waiting for its successor, which will almost surely address some of the original iPhone Ultras shortcomings and potentially be more durable. Until then, using an iPhone and iPad separately provides a wider feature set and a longer combined battery life. Familiar Pro-file With the iPhone Ultra out of the way, you may be eyeing an iPhone 18 Pro instead. After all, the Pro models are the most advanced and reliable of their kind, offering Apples latest innovations in the mobile department. Nevertheless, youll want to skip that, too. Foundry The iPhone 18 Pro will likely introduce three core changes: a faster A20 Pro processor, a smaller Dynamic Island cutout, and new finishes. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could solely get a variable aperture lens that helps elevate photography. While welcome, these upgrades will come at a cost, as the devices will reportedly see a $100-300 price hike. For most users, its wiser to buy a more fairly priced iPhone 17 Pro or wait for next years iPhone XX , which should be a dramatic overhaul that arguably warrants the upcharge. Watch from afar Beyond the new iPhones, the company is expected to announce the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 during its upcoming event. The smartwatches could feature the first performance boost in three years and an all-day heart rate monitor. There have also been some rumors about ceramic editions of the Series variants and an updated fitness tracking system. But heres the thingall models from the Apple Watch Series 9 already support all of watchOS 27s announced features, including Siri AI. They also continuously record your heart rate while you exercise and, otherwise, periodically do so throughout the day. Thats enough relevant data collection to give users a solid idea of their overall cardiovascular state. As for the refreshed fitness system, that will presumably be a watchOS 27 software perk that expands to all compatible modelsnot just the latest ones. As such, if you use an Apple Watch Series 9 or newer, its best to skip upgrading this year and wait for the noticeably redesigned model rumored to launch as soon as next year. Sound decision Other mobile accessories I expect to see at the event are two AirPods 5 variants. Like the AirPods 4 , the latest-generation wearable will provide optional active noise cancellation (ANC) for those willing to pay a bit more. Given that Apple typically offers its best audio technology in the AirPods Pro line, its unlikely that the AirPods 5 will introduce any meaningful features unavailable on AirPods Pro 3 . The refresh could be largely iterative, focusing on connectivity improvements and battery life. For something more exciting, I advise waiting for the camera-equipped AirPods rumored to debut in 2027, as theyll enable major new capabilities. Foundry Smart spending Apart from mobile devices, the Surprise and shine event will possibly feature Apples biggest smart home push to date. The Apple TV 4K and HomePod could leverage faster chips to unlock Siri AI. But lets face ityour current smart speakers and set-top boxes can play music and movies just fine. While Siri AI is nice to have, its not an essential feature for media streaming devices. Foundry More importantly, Apple could reveal its first-ever dedicated smart home hub, which some are calling the HomePad. The new device will use a new OS with a new interface, letting you easily view your smart homes state and control HomeKit and Matter accessories. Itll likely also support FaceTime calls, viewing News+ recipes, and other existing Apple services. Despite that, I still fail to see its unique selling point. The Apple TV 4K and HomePod already act as HomeKit hubs to power automations, remote control, and more. iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and even watchOS all support interacting with smart accessories using the built-in Home app. Unless its exclusive use cases havent leaked yet, I see little reason why one would add a HomePad to their setup.
IFA 2026 is currently in full swing, and brands including 10,000mAh magnetic power bank, a 3-in-1 charging stand, and a foldable 2-in-1 charger, with all three built around Qi2 25W wireless charging. All three units are now up for grabs at Amazon via the brands official storefront, and you can even cash in on some launch deals. The highlight of the lot, though, is easily the new MagFlow Pro Magnetic Power Bank, which UGREEN says is the worlds first liquid-cooled Qi2 25W magnetic power bank. Head below for a closer look and more details. more
Amazon has the best deal on AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off for Labor Day weekend
Best Buy has now updated its giant Labor Day sale , but Amazon has since injected its competitor event with fresh new deals, not the least of which has Apples AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off the list price. We are still very much not expecting Apple to update its pro buds to the next-generation this month, and that leaves this Pro 3 deal as one of the best Labor Day offers of the year. more
Novo Nordisk Foundation to build $62M quantum chip plant in Copenhagen
Europe is getting a factory for quantum chips rather than another quantum computer. Quantum Foundry Copenhagen, owned by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, is building a 5,300-square-metre facility in the Danish capital that is due to open in 2027 and will offer wafer fabrication to quantum companies around the world. The investment is about $62M, according [] This story continues at The Next Web
Best Buy has now AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off , the all-time low on AirTag 2 from $20 each, and others, there are some big-time offers waiting over at Best Buy this week as well. more
DeepSeek plans large Huawei chip order for new Inner Mongolia data centre
DeepSeek is preparing a large order of Huawei AI chips for a new data centre, according to Bloomberg. Neither the size of the order nor the chip model has been disclosed, and DeepSeek has not confirmed the plan. The data centre has been reported since the summer. Bloomberg described a site of roughly one gigawatt [] This story continues at The Next Web
South Korea confirms chip investment talks with US as tariff threat grows
South Korea negotiated tariff protection for its chipmakers, and Washington is pressing for American factories anyway. Semiconductor investment is now part of the broader talks between the two governments, a presidential official in Seoul has confirmed. The confirmation wasreported byReuters, and it follows Washington signalling plans for targeted tariffs on semiconductor imports. Howard Lutnick has [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple is about to (almost certainly) launch a Dark Cherry (or whatever its called) iPhone 18 Pro, and Baseus has its all-new matching charging accessories ready for it. more
OpenAI Begins Rollout of its Most Powerful AI Model GPT-6 Astra
OpenAI said Astra was developed with stronger safeguards after the hacking incident, though Astra itself was not involved in the hack
iScanner is a major upgrade to your desktop scanner, and with this Labor Day discount it
Macworld TL;DR: Replace the scanner taking up space on your desk with a lifetime subscription to the portable, feature-packed iScanner App , on sale for Labor Day for just $24.97, 88% off the $199 regular price. You need to scan, but that doesnt mean you need a bulky desktop scanner: With the iScanner app, you get more features and more convenience than your old machine offers, and right now new users can get a lifetime subscription for just $24.97 with Labor Day savings. With the iScanner app, you get access to features your old-fashioned scanner can only dream of. That means: AI tools that adjusts document borders, straightens crooked scans, and eliminates skew Text recognition that works with more than 20 languages Markup tools that give you serious editing ability: color correct, make notes, cover up and blur text, and remove scan noise Secure confidential documents with PIN codes and locked folders, and add watermarks Merge pages, or split them apart Add page numbers, headers, and footers to documents Whether youre scanning handwritten notes, business receipts, family photos, books, or cards, iScanner lets you make digital versions of your important items anywhere you and your phone find yourselves no more being locked to your desk. You also get 200 MB of storage included with your lifetime subscription, giving you an additional method to securely store your notes, invoices, contracts and files. Your digitized files can be saved as PDFs, JPGs, or DOC files for easy sharing, and you can even convert them into PowerPoint, Excel, or TXT files for editing and conversion. About 125 million small business owners, students, professionals and other users have chosen iScanner to make their phone into the powerful document processor their desktop scanner cant be. And with these Labor Day savings, theres never been a better time to join them. Get a lifetime subscription to the iScanner App for $24.97 (reg. $199). Labor Day sale ends September 10 at 11:59PM PT. iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
OpenAI introduces GPT-6 Astra, to roll out immediately
OpenAI has officially launched GPT-6 Astra, hailed as 'the world's most intelligent and aligned model,' designed to excel in computer browsing, software engineering, mathematics, and enterprise workflows, with immediate deployment for select organisations.
This rugged smartphone's camera is a removable action cam
RugOne's newest ruggedized phone has a waterproof action cam that you can remove.
Tesla starts offering Cybercab robotaxi rides
Tesla has officially launched the Cybercab, its autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel.
OpenAI launches 'most intelligent' model, says it beat Anthropic: Report
OpenAI says its latest AI model has moved ahead of rival Anthropic in software, science and cybersecurity, as the two companies compete for the AI industry's top spot
OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, Sam Altman calls it best AI model in the world
OpenAI launches GPT Astra Sam Altman calls it best AI model in the world
ChatGPT-6 Astra: OpenAI Begins Rolling Out 'Most Aligned Model' - Features, Pricing & More
OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, a frontier AI model focused on reasoning, coding, computer use, science and cybersecurity, with strong benchmark results, advanced agentic capabilities and API pricing...
OpenAI unveils GPT-6 Astra model with cyber guardrails
The new model will one day be seen as the early stages of artificial general intelligence, referring to software that outperforms humans at a wide range of tasks: OpenAI President
GPT-6 Astra Is Hereand OpenAI Thinks It May Kick Off the AGI Era
OpenAI leaders think the companys next generation model, which excels at computer use and coding, may mark a major milestone in AI development. GPT-6 Astra Is Hereand OpenAI Thinks It May Kick Off the AGI Era
Audacity's new look is finally here, along with its largest feature update in years
The popular free audio editor gets a colorful dark mode and granular editing tools.
What Is The Best Waterproof Rating For Bluetooth Speakers?
There's nothing like lounging by the pool, listening to your favorite tunes. But is your Bluetooth speaker waterproof enough to handle a simple splash of water?
OpenAI says GPT-6 Astra is 'the most intelligent and aligned model in the world'
The new frontier model is particularly competent at agentic, computer-use tasks.
New Jersey just legalised cheap plug-in balcony solar panels
New Jersey has legalised plug-in balcony solar up to 1,200W, barring local governments from requiring approvals and stopping landlords from blocking installation. Germany wrote the same right into its civil code in October 2024 and now has 1.31 million registered systems at 1.34GW. New Jersey has legalised plug-in balcony solar. A new law bars municipalities [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI rolls out GPT-6 Astra, and Greg Brockman says AGI has arrived
OpenAIs president says artificial general intelligence has arrived. Greg Brockman told reporters that the companys new Astra model qualifies, the Washington Post reported. OpenAI defines AGI as systems that are generally smarter than humans. I do leave it up to the reader to decide for themselves if this qualifies for them, Brockman said. I think [] This story continues at The Next Web
Netflix has ordered a live-action adaptation of D&D's Ravenloft
Alfonso Cuarn will executive produce the dark fantasy vampire story based on the popular D&D campaign setting.
Ugreen's new smart home ecosystem is built around local AI hubs
Ugreen has three new hubs that run your smart home with local AI rather than the cloud. The top model runs on Nvidia's Jetson Thor platform and costs $20,000.
SpaceXAI apologizes for outage that affected Grok and other 'compute partners'
Several AI companies experienced issues at around the same time.
Why video is the first frontier as AI learns to read the physical world
A camera overlooking a loading dock might record twelve hours of trucks arriving, workers moving through the site, and boxes leaving the building. Most days, nobody has a reason to watch any of it. The footage only becomes useful when a package goes missing, an accident happens or somebody needs to work backwards from an [] This story continues at The Next Web
The 24-hour CRA deadline is changing software supply chain visibility
According to an analysis published by The Hacker News, manufacturers of products with digital elements sold in the European Union will face a September 11 deadline under the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) to notify regulators within 24 hours after learning that a vulnerability is being actively exploited, with a fuller report due within 72 hours. [] This story continues at The Next Web
Bring good fortune to your home with LEGO
LEGO Lucky Cat set Buy for $20 (Reg. $30) What we love Honor the traditions of the Spring Festival by bringing this LEGO Lucky Cat figure to your home decor, complete with a pendulating arm to mimic the movements of traditional Lucky Cat figurines. This is a brick-built rendition of the iconic symbol of good luck, complete with smiling eyes, whiskers, blushing cheeks, paw pads, and a tail plus, you can customize the tummy panel with a gold coin decoration or the written wish for good fortune. more
The Apple Vision Pro was used for a successful hip surgery
Stryker says its SportSuite Vision software for the headset received De Novo authorization from the FDA in July.
The 10 best autonomous pentesting tools, ranked by proof of exploit (2026)
How the leading autonomous penetration testing platforms validate every exploit before it reaches your dashboard Security teams seldom lose because a scanner missed a bug. They lose because the dashboard fills with findings nobody has proven. Astra Security has provided a comprehensive State of Pentesting 2026 report which built on 6.8 million findings across 8,000-plus [] This story continues at The Next Web
ENGWE has launched its newest E26 3.0 Dual-Motor Full Suspension All-Terrain e-bike with a FREE $99 value bundle down at $1,799 shipped . This new model will go for $2,399 at full price after these initial launch savings end, with you getting a $600 markdown in the meantime, and $699 total savings when factoring in the free bundled gear. That bundle includes a FREE rear bike basket to take advantage of the integrated rear cargo rack. Head below to learn more about this all-new multi-terrain ride. more
Utah won't enforce VPN age-verification law until legal challenge resolves
The state was the first to target VPN usage in the wake of age verification laws, but an ongoing court case has put things on ice.
Top Rippling alternatives for mid-market companies
Rippling sells one bundle for HR, IT, and finance, and the pitch lands well until an HR team reads the invoice. The base platform carries a low sticker price, then payroll, benefits, device management, and app provisioning each arrive as separate modules with their own per-employee fees. For a people team that wants a strong [] This story continues at The Next Web
Microsoft is opening Xbox Cloud Gaming to non-subscribers, letting players buy blocks of cloud playtime and stream eligible games without a Game Pass subscription.
Epic Games brings cross-platform voice chat to Fortnite and its services
Game and yap from across Epic's ecosystem.
Even if you pay top dollar for Game Pass, Xbox will limit cloud gaming to 15 hours
Starting in November, Microsoft will limit the Xbox Cloud gaming play time to just 5 hours for Xbox Game Pass subscribers on the cheapest tier, while the Ultimate plan gets limited to merely 15 hours per month.
Beyerdynamic's new Aventho Y headphones last up to 90 hours per charge
This is especially noteworthy, as the cans cost just $150.
A Tesla-style screen can modernise an older Silverado. The hard part is making everything else work
Pickup trucks have a useful life that can span decades, but the digital interfaces of such trucks can hardly be as graceful. Infotainment systems specific to vehicles are becoming a software solution between outdated hardware and new demands. A pickup truck manufactured in 2007 and one manufactured in 2026 may have a similar badge, yet [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple has been sued for $2.7 billion over App Tracking Transparency rules
A lawsuit claims the policy was stricter on third-party developers than Apple itself.
Pre-orders for Sony's GTA 6-themed DualSense controllers will open on September 10
At $85, the hardware only costs a little bit more than the game.
Wild report claims Apple might launch an M5 Ultra MacBook Pro
Macworld Reports about Apple switching its MacBooks and iPads to OLED displays have been circulating in the rumor mill for some time now. A new report by Omdia gives us a more concrete look at when the switch could actually happen, as well as a few far-out details about Apples alleged plans. The first MacBook equipped with an OLED display will reportedly be available by the end of 2026, according to the site, which is in line with previous rumors . The MacBook Omdia is referring to is likely to be Apples first touchscreen MacBook Pro , which is expected later this year or in early 2027. It appears, however, that the touchscreen MacBook will be a new addition to the MacBook Pro lineup, a higher-end model that could fall under Apples Ultra branding. Omdia states that the existing 14.3-inch and 16.3-inch MacBook Pro models with LCD + Mini LED backlighting will not be discontinued, which means the MacBook Pro lineup, as it is now, will continue, with Apple upgrading the chip on a regular basis. Surprisingly, and perhaps unbelievably, Omdia predicts that this new model is highly likely to be equipped with the M5 Ultra chip. Apples M5 ultra chip is only used in the Mac Studio, which includes a complex thermal cooling system with a heavy copper heat sink that adds two pounds to the machines weight. Omdia also reports that the MacBook Air will continue to use an LCD display, and that theres a new 13.8-inch MacBook, which is expected to launch in 2029 with a hybrid OLED display. This new MacBook is likely an upgraded version of the MacBook Air, which has been reported by Bloombergs Mark Gurman to be making the switch to OLED in the future. Omida also confirms previous reports that an OLED iPad mini will arrive later this year. The current LCD iPad mini was released in October 2024, so its due for an update. It would be Apples first non-Pro tablet to have an OLED display.
Take a vertical mouse for a spin while Acer
Acer Ergonomic Vertical Mouse with Textured Grip Buy for $18 (Reg. $24) Prime-exclusive discount. What we love If youve been curious about trying a vertical mouse but have been put off by the pricier models, this is an affordable way to take the design for a spin without breaking the bank. While I am personally a madman that is all in on a Magic Trackpad, Ive user vertical mice in the past and they would be my second choice. more
TikTok introduces voice comments and simplified polls
It's also letting people upload multiple photos at once when reacting to a post.
ORICO 8-in-1 USB-C Power Strip Buy for $14.50 (Reg. $23) What we love When it comes to power strips, this particular unit frequently catches my eye. Not only do I like that its available in several colorways, but I also dig the port layout. It jstu looks sleek and well designed, well, to me anyway. more
Nvidia confirms it is buying Hugging Face for $12.93bn and promises to leave it open
Nvidia is buying Hugging Face for $12.93bn, confirming a deal that had been reported for the past week. The chipmaker is acquiring the platform where much of the open-source AI community stores and shares its models, while promising to leave the platform itself largely unchanged. The price values the ten-year-old company at roughly 86 times [] This story continues at The Next Web
Grill it just the way you like with Govee
Govee 4-Probe Wi-Fi Meat Thermometer Buy for $33 (Reg. $50) Clip the on-page 23% off coupon. What we love For me, when I have solid meals I can reliably cook well at home, my need to go out for food drops. Not only can lead to substantial savings, but also convenience when you dont have to head out to after a long day to find a bite to eat. more
TESSAN 20W Slim 4-in-1 Travel Adapter Buy for $16 (Reg. $19) What we love Like many of the travel adapters we post around here, this model covers over 150 countries, ranging from Spain to China, Japan, Scotland, and the list goes on. Once plugged in youll have AC, USB-A, and dual Type-C outputs at your disposal. more
AOC 16-inch Portable USB-C Monitor Buy for $50 (Reg. $70) What we love If youd like a second screen for your laptop or tablet, it doesnt get much more affordable than this. Youre looking at a 16-inch 1080p display with dual USB-C and Mini HDMI in tow. more
Anker reveals new MindBase AI Home Hub + four security devices at IFA 2026
Weve been seeing a lot of new reveals coming out of IFA 2026 , and Anker is joining the fray with the introduction of its new MindBase AI Home Hub that will function as a central brain for all your home integrations across its five brands, covering whole-home connectivity, local intelligence and memory within one system. Head below to learn more. more
New PUMA promo code slashes up to 82% off sale, stock up from $9
Over at PUMA, promo code DEAL40 went live and it slashes 40% off a wide selection of sale items. This stacks on top of existing discounts, and below youll find options now available for up to 82% off. You can peruse the entire sale page here . Highlights this time around include the Robust Tee, Essentials Polo Shirt, and more. Just note that you can also find plenty more in our apparel guide . Head below to see our top picks. more
