Dear peasants: Sam Altman on how some of his rivals sell AI
Sam Altman says the industry has been too ambitious on AI timelines. He counts himself among the people who got it wrong. The OpenAI chief executive said so to the podcaster David Senra, in an episode released on Sunday. He was answering a question about someone elses prediction. The claim he was pushing back on [] This story continues at The Next Web
This lifetime Microsoft Office license is down to $54.99, and Mac users can run it too
Macworld TL;DR: Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus is on sale for $54.99 (reg. $249.99), a one-time payment for a lifetime license on one Windows PC. Subscriptions add up fast, and if you are tired of Microsoft 365 quietly charging your card every month, this deal is worth a look. Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus gives you a full, perpetual license to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Access for a single Windows PC, no recurring fees involved. You can get Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus for $54.99 (reg. $249.99) today. It is built for stability rather than constant feature updates, which makes it a solid pick if you would rather not relearn your toolbar every few months. Here is the catch for Mac owners: this license is Windows only. That is not necessarily a dealbreaker though. If you run Parallels Desktop or VMware Fusion, you can install Windows in a virtual machine and use Office right alongside your Mac apps, no rebooting needed. Prefer native performance instead? Apples Boot Camp lets you partition your Mac and run Windows directly, so Office behaves exactly as it would on a PC. Redemption codes arrive by email right after purchase, so setup is quick. Grab lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus for $54.99 (reg. $249.99) while the discount lasts. Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus for Windows: Lifetime License See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
Dr Dre says only people who struggle to create are scared of AI
Dr Dre says he is using AI in the studio, and that he does not see it as a threat. The producer said so in an interview with the New York Times, published on Sunday. His longtime business partner Jimmy Iovine sat alongside him and went further. I think the only people that see it [] This story continues at The Next Web
How Google, Microsoft and OpenAI came to shape what US children learn
On a humid afternoon in the summer of 2025, Microsoft representatives waited as about 200 teachers filed into a conference hall in downtown Manhattan. The subject was AI chatbots. The team presented Copilot and had the teachers practise using it to write emails to parents and customise lesson plans. They screened an explainer video from [] This story continues at The Next Web
The 28-year fight over who owns Linux is nearly over
A US appeals court has thrown out the last live claim in the long fight over who owns Linux. Simon Sharwood reported the ruling for The Register on Sunday. The dispute began in 1998. The company still fighting it, Xinuos, now has one long-shot move left. What the court decided Three judges of the US [] This story continues at The Next Web
ASUS' first gaming soundbar is now available in the US for $600
The ASUS ROG Gjallar is now available in the US.
The Witcher 4 is aiming for a 2028 release as CD Projekt Red ramps up development
CD Projekt Red has confirmed a 2028 window for The Witcher 4, with The Witcher 3 returning first through the new Songs of the Past expansion next year.
Jump on the Aventon Aventure 3 smart all-terrain e-bike down at $1,799 with Labor Day savings, more
As part of Aventons ongoing Labor Day Sale event , you can jump on the popular Aventure 3 Smart All-Terrain e-bike down at $1,799 shipped . This particular model goes for $1,999 at full price, which weve mostly seen discounted to $1,899 and $1,799 until July gave us the first drop to the $1,749 low. Youre getting the next-best rate here that only sits $50 higher in price for $200 in total savings, while the more premium Aventure M Smart Mid-Drive All-Terrain e-bike is also down at its second-lowest $2,699 price , too. You can also browse the brands other Labor Day deals in our original coverage of this sale here .
How does converting a video to 4K actually work?
Upscaling software is getting better all the time, but there are still some caveats to be aware of.
Score a $110 discount on Greenworks
Amazon is currently offering the Greenworks Pro 80V 10-inch Cordless Electric Cultivator with 2.0Ah battery at $289.99 shipped, which you cant find on the brands direct website because its sold out . Normally, this pro-tier model goes for $400 at full price, which discounts in 2026 have taken down to $320, $319, $300, and a one-time fall to $170 back at the top of the year. The deal here gives you $110 savings off the going rate for the second-lowest price we have seen this year, and you can also find several other Greenworks tool deals for a variety of jobs in the official Amazon storefront here.
Nike sale: Over 40% off hundreds of best selling gear
Nike is offering over 40% off hundreds of new finds , with savings on everything from shoes, bags, hats, and workout wear to plenty more. And no, this isnt just the stuff no one wants, there are tons of tried-and-true classics, like the Nike Club Fleece Pullover, along with more unique finds, like the Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble Tech shoes .
Whisker is offering $100 Labor Day discounts on Litter-Robot bundles starting from $704
Whisker is offering a collection of Labor Day Litter-Robot deals that you can jump on right now, with them being on the varying bundles for multiple models, while the standalone machines sit at their full price. Things start with the Litter-Robot EVO Starter Bundle down at $704 shipped from its $804 full price. Previously, we saw this starter bundle discounted as low as $732, so youre getting a new low price here with these $100 Labor Day discounts. The bundle contains a litter-trap mat, an odor trap kit, 25 waste drawer liners, a 20-pound litter bag, and a 3-year warranty. Head below to browse the full lineup of Labor Day deals.
Threads is testing a podcast transcription feature
Meta keeps trying to entice audio content creators to Threads.
We may have got hit with some serious Apple price hikes over the last couple months, but some of the summers best Apple deals are still live this week AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, and now, the best deal ever on AirTag 2, just to name a few.
How to add Bluetooth to a TV that doesn't have it
Your TV may not have native Bluetooth support, but you can still stream your TV's audio to wireless headphones.
Latest 512GB iPad mini is $450 off the new list price via Amazon right now (Renewed Premium)
We are still tracking some $100 price drops on the M4 iPad Air lineup, but overly notable deals on the current-generation iPad lineup remain largely elusive. Amazon is, however, offering the latest 512GB iPad mini in its best quality renewed condition at a giant $450 off the new list price right now.
Were now tracking a deal at Best Buy that drops one of Lenovos Yoga 7i 2-in-1 touchscreen Copilot+ PCs down to $799.99 shipped . This is one of the newer models in the brands Yoga 7i lineup, having launched earlier this year with a $1,300 price tag. Todays deal marks one of the first notable discounts weve tracked on this model, and it takes a hefty $500 off. We have seen the AMD-powered Yoga 7a go for less, but this is the lowest price weve tracked to date on this Intel-powered Yoga 7i. Head below for more details.
Make complex ideas easier to understand with Microsoft Visio, now $13 (Reg. up to $250)
TL;DR : Visualize data and structures with some help from this lifetime license for Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional for Windows , on sale now for just $12.97 (reg. $249.99).
How to cancel your ChatGPT subscription (and why you might want to)
If you've had it with OpenAI, here's how to cancel your subscription and delete your account.
This Greenworks 40V 8-inch cordless electric pole saw extends for up to 11 feet of reach and it
Over at Amazon, you can currently find the Greenworks 40V 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saw with 2.0Ah battery at $139.99 shipped, which matches the price from the brands direct website . Down from its $180 full price, the deal here has only been beaten out in 2026 by the parallel drops to $137 and $130 for Prime members that only appeared during Junes Prime Day. Youll find plenty more Greenworks tool deals in the official Amazon storefront here.
LGs ridiculously fast 1,000Hz UltraGear gaming monitor is now officially up for pre-order , and you can snag one for your battlestation for $999.99 shipped , with LG currently listing expedited shipping from September 1. The main highlight here is obviously that refresh rate. LG says this is the worlds first Full HD gaming monitor with a native 1,000Hz refresh rate, meaning it can hit that speed at its full 1920 x 1080 resolution rather than relying on a lower-resolution dual mode as we see on plenty of models these days. Head below for a closer look and more details.
ESPN is raising prices on most of its streaming subscriptions, even bundles with Disney+
ESPN's Unlimited tier will cost $32 per month as of September 17.
Rockstar set to debut reportedly 30 min. GTA VI gameplay as leaker threatens to spoil story
The countdown is on folks we are just days away from the first look at Grand Theft Auto VI. Well, at least the first official, proper look anyway if I were you I would stay as far away from any of those horrible low-res leaks as it appears though some huge spoilers from the game could land online any time. I urge folks to stay away from these leaks, dont support these hackers, dont ruin your own experience, and dont share them in case you ruin someone elses..
Amazon raised its device prices by up to 60% overnight
Amazon raised the price of its own devices overnight on 21 August. The increases run to 60% on the cheapest product in the range, and they were not announced. Fortune reported the change across the hardware line. Pocket-lint had reported the Fire TV increases earlier the same day. Amazon confirmed the rises and blamed memory [] This story continues at The Next Web
Amazon is now offering Alienwares AW720M tri-mode wireless gaming mouse in the Lunar Light finish for $48.89 shipped. This model originally launched at $150 and has been fetching closer to $80 in recent months, so todays deal knocks roughly $31 off that more recent going rate. This model briefly landed at $50 earlier this year before jumping back up to $80, and todays deal lands it $1 below that mark to deliver a new best price to beat. You can also get this in black, although its currently going for a touch more at $50. Head below for more details.
Temu-Owner PDD beats profit estimates as revenue growth slows to 8%
PDD Holdings posted adjusted quarterly earnings of 19.33 yuan per share against estimates of 18.51, with revenue up 8% to 112.4bn yuan, or $16.6bn, missing forecasts. Shares rose about 3.5% premarket as European regulatory pressure on Temu continues to build. Temus owner made more money than analysts expected and sold less than they hoped. PDD [] This story continues at The Next Web
Nvidia has bought into a third land and power company this month
Nvidia took a minority stake in Cloverleaf Infrastructure on Friday. Cloverleaf secures land and electricity for data centres. It is the third company of that kind Nvidia has bought into in quick succession, according to The Information. Neither company disclosed terms. The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday morning that Nvidia was expected to invest [] This story continues at The Next Web
Zillow settles antitrust lawsuit with the FTC
Zillow settles antitrust lawsuit with the FTC.
Hot vs cold: What's the ideal temperature for solar panel efficiency?
Will solar panels work well in your location? Solar panel efficiency depends on several factors, including temperature.
Taiwan indicts Nvidia manager over chips shipped to China
Taiwanese prosecutors have indicted a senior Nvidia manager and eight others over an alleged scheme that shipped 74 servers containing B300 chips to China via Japan and Indonesia. They are seeking five years for forgery and breach of trust. The first known criminal case against an Nvidia employee over AI chip smuggling has reached indictment. [] This story continues at The Next Web
Workers are rewriting their LinkedIn histories, and 2022 now looks 30% more AI-skilled than it was
A working paper analysing 29.4 million US LinkedIn profiles found nearly a fifth had retroactively edited a job they had already left, with AI-related additions rising more than sixfold since ChatGPT launched. The authors estimate a 2026 snapshot overstates 2022 AI skills by about 30%. The record of who did what at work is quietly [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apollo blames social engineering for a four-day breach in July
Apollo Global Management has told people that hackers reached their names, dates of birth, contact details, home addresses and Social Security numbers. The private equity firm set out the incident in a notification letter dated 21 August and posted on the California attorney generals website. The letter opens the account of what happened with a [] This story continues at The Next Web
Tata Consultancy Services is buying MHP, the management and IT consultancy Porsche has owned for years, for 320m, and signing a five-year engagement with the carmaker worth 1.25bn on top of it. The two halves are what make the deal worth reading, because Porsche is simultaneously disposing of an asset and committing to buy back [] This story continues at The Next Web
This ultra-thin UGREEN wallet tracker works with iPhone and Android, and it
Over at Amazon, youll find UGREENs official storefront offering its latest FineTrack Slim Duo 2 card-style wallet tracker for $19.99 with free shipping for Prime members or on orders over $35. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to see the discounted price at checkout. This updated tracker only debuted last month with a $30 price tag and saw its first notable discount earlier this month when it dropped to $22. Todays deal takes another $2 off to set a new all-time low. This is a pretty good option to consider if youre looking for a tracker that works with both iOS and Android, and you can learn more about it in detail below.
Twitch and Amazon face a class action over livestream AI training
A Twitch streamer sued Twitch and Amazon on 20 August over the use of livestreams to train Amazons generative AI. The complaint runs to 37 pages. Counsel filed it in the Northern District of California, San Francisco Division. The case number is 3:26-cv-08721. Its central documentary claim concerns a contract. Twitch announced an opt-out setting [] This story continues at The Next Web
Heybike is currently offering an early-bird launch deal on its newest Titan Moto-Inspired Full Suspension e-bike , which comes in a single-battery configuration at $1,399 shipped right now, or a dual-battery configuration at $1,699 shipped . This new model will run for $1,499 or $1,799 at full price once this initial deal ends, with you able to save $100 here right now. You can also find a collection of deals on other e-bikes on the main sale page here .
This tiny UGREEN ultra-slim 45W Nexode Air charger is the thinnest one in my EDC, and it
UGREEN Nexode Air 45W USB-C Charger Buy for $27 (Reg. $40) What we love UGREENs 45W Nexode Air is an ultra-slim USB-C GaN charger thats just 0.57 inches thick, and it has foldable prongs that make it easy to slip into a pocket or bag. Despite the compact design, it can still deliver up to 45W for phones, tablets, and even laptops like the MacBook Neo. It also features Thermal Guard protection and a clean two-tone finish, making it a solid everyday carry charger.
Amazon launches Switch 2 game sale up to 50% off: Resident Evil Requiem, Kirby Air Riders, WWE, more
While it is all about Grand Theft Auto VI as the countdown is now officially on until the gameplay extended look later this week, we are starting the week off with notable Switch 2 game deals over at Amazon. Joining this price drop on Kirby Air Riders , Amazon is also now offering Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2 within a few bucks of the lowest price we have tracked alongside a few other standout offers: Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 $56 (Reg. $70) Kirby Air Riders Switch 2 $56 (Reg. $70) REANIMAL: Deluxe Edition Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $60) WWE 2K26 Switch 2 $35 (Reg. $70) Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Switch 2 $30 (Reg. $60) DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $60) Orbitals Nintendo Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $50) | Amazon Orbitals Nintendo Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $50) | Walmart
Amazon launches Sonos home theater sale at up to $340 off: Arc Ultra, speakers, bundles, more
Amazon is kicking the week off with a wide-ranging Sonos sale. With deals clocking in at up to $340 off , this is a notable chance to dive in with a Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar setup or even upgrade your existing system while the subs, portable speakers, and satellite speakers are marked down.
We just spotted a deal at Walmart that drops the MSI Codex R2 AI gaming desktop with an RTX 5070 to $1,499 shipped . Thats a straight $501 off its usual $2,000 price, making this a solid value for a prebuilt powered by Intels Core Ultra 7 265F processor and NVIDIAs RTX 5070 12GB graphics card. Theres also a nice bonus included here through Intel Gamer Days, with qualifying purchases getting FREE digital copies of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and STAR WARS: Galactic Racer . Each game is valued at $59.99, adding up to $119.98 in extra value. That bundle makes the already-solid $1,499 price even better, especially if you were planning to pick up either of those upcoming releases. Head below for a closer look at the full specs.
Chipolo Google Find Hub wallet CARD with super button/remote camera shutter now down at $33
You will now find a limited-time Lightning deal running on the latest Chipolo CARD Wallet Tracker Card at $33.14 courtesy of the brands official Amazon storefront. While not quite as low as the latest Anker E40 model you can still score at $25 , this Apple Find My or Google Find Hub model does have some interesting features.
The $1,000 off via Amazon with a FREE $50 Amazon credit as well.
Giant $840 deal knocks Samsung
Over at Samsung, youll find the brands Odyssey Neo G9 57-inch Mini-LED curved gaming monitor for $1,260 shipped . Be sure to clip the on-page upgrade credit and enter promo code L8AS4HAL4O at checkout to see the discounted price. This particular display originally carried a $2,500 price tag and has been fetching closer to $2,100 lately at Amazon, so todays deal knocks a huge $840 off that more recent going rate. It also marks one of the lowest prices weve tracked since launch. Weve only seen it go for less once before, when it very briefly plunged to $800 at Amazon. At $1,260, todays deal marks the lowest price of the year and the best weve seen since that short-lived $800 drop. Head below for more details.
The Unibook is a weird entry-level laptop for people with patience.
The new Shokz OpenFit Air 2 earbuds are nearly 20 percent lighter than the previous generation
They feature an open-ear design that reduces pressure and heat buildup.
XPENG said on Monday that its robotics business has raised more than $900M in what the company described as its first funding round, a substantial sum for a unit that has yet to sell a single robot commercially. The timing is deliberate, since the Chinese carmaker has committed to putting its IRON humanoid into mass [] This story continues at The Next Web
GoWish, the Danish wishlist app, is valued at more than $200mn ater its last raising
GoWish has raised fresh funding at a valuation of more than $200mn, according to Bloomberg, which reported the round on Monday. The company is one of the more unusual businesses to come out ofCopenhagens startup scene, not least because it did not start as a startup at all. The app began life in 2015 as [] This story continues at The Next Web
Forget Meta Ray-Bans. These Dorky-Looking Virtual Display Glasses Are Way More Useful
Tethered display glasses are truly practical face computers. They trade bulky spatial computing for simplicity: Plug in, recline, and get a massive screen right in front of your nose.
Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max Confirmed to Launch Next Month With the Firms New Xring O3 Chipset
Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max will be launched in China in September, the company announced on Monday. The smartphone is confirmed to debut as the first device to feature Xiaomis proprietary Xring 03 chipset. The foldable will be accompanied by the new flagship tablet, Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max, which will be launched with the same Xring 03 chipset as the Xiaomi 18 Fold. However, the exact launch date remains under wraps. The company has started teasing key details about the Xiaomi Xring 03 chipset. The tech firm has revealed that its future devices will get a tri-chip solution, with the Xring 03 SoC accompanied by the Xring O100 AI acceleration chip and the Xring D100 AI chip.
Taiwan reportedly indicted NVIDIA employees for exporting prohibited AI servers to China
Even though the US has relaxed its restrictions of AI chip exports to China, illegal exports are apparently still taking place.
Best Buy launches new tech deals, NFL Sunday Ticket promo, pre-season TV deals
Best Buys 60th Anniversary sale has now transitioned over to another Back to School sale event that is also now joined by a series of TV deals ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
Phonak has launched EON, a hearing aid platform built around a newly developed processor the company calls HYPERSONIC, which it says runs two artificial intelligence systems in parallel while drawing 37% less power than the generation before it. The Sonova-owned brand is pitching the release at the two problems that have defined the category for [] This story continues at The Next Web
Alibaba launches Wan3.0, its 30-second video model, days after raising $10bn
Alibaba has launched Wan3.0, the latest version of its video generation model, days after raising roughly $10.2bn ina Hong Kong share placementwhose proceeds it has earmarked entirely for AI. The sequencing is not subtle, and it is not meant to be, since the company has spent the past fortnight arguing to investors that its capital [] This story continues at The Next Web
UK fintech funding has fallen to its lowest level in at least a decade
Funding for UK fintech companies has dropped to its lowest level in at least ten years,according to Bloomberg, which reported the figures on Sunday. The decline lands on a sector that Britain has spent the better part of fifteen years describing as its clearest technology success story, and it fits a pattern visible across the [] This story continues at The Next Web
This iPhone SE still believes in buttons
Macworld TL;DR: This compact refurbished iPhone SE brings back the Home button and costs $104.99 instead of $359. Some people moved on from the iPhone Home button. Others were dragged away from it by the relentless march of technology. This refurbished 2nd Gen iPhone SE brings Touch ID back in a compact package for $104.99. Its 4.7-inch Retina HD display is smaller than those on many recent iPhones, making the device easier to hold and fit into a pocket. True Tone and wide color keep the display crisp and comfortable for everyday viewing. Inside, Apples A13 Bionic chip handles browsing, streaming, gaming, social media, photography, and multitasking. The 128GB of storage provides room for apps, photos, videos, and other files, while compatibility with current iOS 26 updates keeps the software from feeling stuck in 2020. The 12MP rear camera supports Portrait mode, Smart HDR, and 4K video. A 7MP front camera covers selfies and FaceTime calls. Qi wireless charging adds convenience, and the carrier-unlocked design offers flexibility with compatible providers. The honest catch is the cosmetic condition. This is a Grade B refurbished device, so it may have light scuffing or minor scratches on the body. Buyers expecting a flawless exterior should look elsewhere, but the trade-off is the low price. Get this refurbished iPhone SE for just $104.99 (reg. $359) while stock lasts. Apple iPhone SE 2nd Gen (2020) 128GB Unlocked Black (Refurbished) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
SoftBank plans record $6.3bn retail bond sale in Japan
SoftBank plans a record 1 trillion yen retail bond sale, about $6.3bn, the largest by any issuer in Japan, to fund investment commitments to OpenAI. Analysts say banks were reluctant to take the risk, leaving the deal dependent on retail investors. SoftBank has found a lender of last resort for its AI bet, and it [] This story continues at The Next Web
Claude outage hits multiple models again
Anthropics Claude AI is showing signs of overload again. On Monday morning, users trying to work with Claude encountered failed requests and a 529 Overloaded error. The message says the problem is a temporary server-side issue, then sends users to Anthropics status page. A screenshot shared with TNW shows the error appearing in the Claude [] This story continues at The Next Web
What is a VESA mount and how to know what type your TV has
Those 200 200 and 400 400 numbers tell you where the mounting holes line up, but you still need to check the mount's weight limit and hardware.
Galbot Robots complete 100 consecutive rallies against a tennis champion
Galbot says its robot completed more than 100 consecutive autonomous tennis rallies against former world number 15 Zheng Jie at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The rally count, the autonomy claim and the robots identity all rest on the companys own account. A robot spent Saturday rallying with a former Wimbledon semi-finalist. The [] This story continues at The Next Web
How to stop Siri from interrupting while you're using CarPlay
Don't let Siri become a hassle instead of an assistant; keep it quiet in the car to reduce distractions.
Employers are quietly rehiring the people AI replaced, and paying them less to come back
Forrester reports that 55% of employers regret laying off workers for AI and expects half of AI-attributed layoffs to be quietly reversed, with jobs returning offshore or at significantly lower wages. In Europe, a revised directive will require consultation before such decisions, backed by financial penalties. The companies that cut jobs for AI are having [] This story continues at The Next Web
Humanoid robots have beaten Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record
And they looked absolutely ridiculous doing it.
Twitch and Amazon hit with lawsuit for training AI with streamers' content
The class action suit claims that Amazon never obtained consent from Twitch streamers to be used to train its AI models.
Is it safe to use a USB-C laptop charger on your phone?
If you've ever wondered whether you can just charge your phone with the cable for your laptop, read on and find out how to tell.
Last Day to land Switch 2 from $245 with Best Buy
Today is your last chance at the 60th Anniversary Sale and the enhanced trade-in deal for Nintendo Switch 2 at Best Buy. The official price hike is set to go live in September, and that might very well mean you have just over a week to score a deal on one before they become more expensive. The Choose Your Game Bundle deal is already sold out at Amazon and Best Buy is now offering one of the best trade-in deals we have seen to date you can score a Switch 2 at effectively $205 off right now.
These modern smartwatches are in their last year of updates
A whole bunch of smart watches are getting phased out this year. Is your watch on the list?
The reasons Siri may not work on CarPlay
If you're struggling to get Siri to work with your car's CarPlay system, there are some things you can check.
This affordable fix may be all you need to improve earbud sound quality
You might not need to invest in a newer pair of earbuds to improve the sound quality. Here's how to upgrade your current pair for a better listening experience.
LAST DAY to score huge savings with Best Buy
Best Buys massive 60th Anniversary sale is heading into its final stretch, and there are still a ton of notable deals worth jumping on before the event wraps up. The retailer has been serving up discounts across just about everything this week, from Apple gear and TVs to gaming PCs, Copilot+ laptops, monitors, accessories, appliances, and more , with plenty of the better offers still live right now. Youll find AirPods Max 2 at $120 off , select gaming laptops and Copilot+ machines up to $1,350 off , Samsung and other TVs from just over $100 , plus a bunch of gaming and workstation upgrades starting at only a few bucks. Youll find all of that and more waiting for you below.
Amazon just dropped AirTag 2 down even lower, 4-pack now at new all-time low ($21 each)
Amazon still has the single AirTag listing is still down at the $24 low, alongside AirPods Pro 3 at25% off andAirPods Max 2 at$120 off, but it has now just dropped the the 4-pack of Apples AirTag 2 down even lower to a new $85 all-time low thats just over $21 per Tag.
A proposed class action filed in San Francisco alleges Ouras sleep staging is generated by AI estimates rather than measurement, and names Finnish parent Oura Health Oy as a defendant. Oura says it stands behind its science and accuracy claims. The number Oura puts on its own product pages is now the subject of a [] This story continues at The Next Web
A free AI model is winning over developers. And nobody knows whose servers it runs on
An anonymous model called Ox Alpha appeared on OpenRouter last week, free to use with a million-token context window, and developers have been impressed. OpenRouters own listing says prompts and completions are retained by the unidentified provider. A model that nobody will take credit for is being tested across the industry. Ox Alpha appeared on [] This story continues at The Next Web
If Waymo cars are Level 4 automation, what does it take to be a Level 5?
We break down the different autonomous driving levels, and why Level 5 is so hard to achieve.
Nvidia AI server prices are rising more than 15% from early next year
Nvidias largest customers have been notified that servers containing its AI chips will rise in price by more than 15% in many cases from early next year, driven by memory costs. The company reports quarterly earnings next week. Nvidias biggest customers have been told what the memory shortage is going to cost them. Servers containing [] This story continues at The Next Web
The oldest iPhone model you can trade-in with Apple is older than you'd think
Even old Apple devices you haven't touched in years could still get you some credit towards a new phone.
The Blood of Dawnwalker's PC requirements are surprisingly modest, but console players will be limited to 30fps or 40fps, even on PS5 Pro.
Is Nintendo Switch Online still worth it in 2026?
Nintendo Switch Online upgrades your experience with online play and a lot of other perks, but should you shell out for it?
Uber hit with a nearly $1 billion fine for automatically deactivating drivers in Europe
A Dutch data regulatory authority said that Uber has to pay 824.9 million euros for violating the GDPR.
China Proposes Initiatives to Strengthen Food Security Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Region
Beijing, August 22: Food security is a fundamental issue linked to human existence and development, and it is a shared concern for all economies in the Asia-Pacific region. To enhance food security cooperation in the region, China has proposed three initiatives to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies. During a high-level government-business dialogue on food ... Read more China Proposes Initiatives to Strengthen Food Security Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Region
Apollo finds AI is hitting paychecks rather than payrolls
An Apollo analysis of 321 occupations found that wages in jobs highly exposed to AI grew 6.7% more slowly after 2023, with no statistically significant employment effect. The gap was 10.7% in the lowest-paid quartile and absent in the highest. The first measurable mark AI has left on the labour market is not unemployment. Apollos [] This story continues at The Next Web
Amazon devices are the latest casualties of the memory shortage price hikes
Everything from the Echo to the Kindle is going up.
Betting brands are off Premier League shirts. Enterprise software moved in
Premier League clubs are playing this season without gambling brands on the front of matchday shirts, forcing eight of the 20 to find new partners at once. Fulhams went to ClickHouse, an American data infrastructure company valued at $15bn. The most valuable advertising space in world sport has changed hands, and some of it went [] This story continues at The Next Web
Meet The AI 'Flying Lifebuoy' Transforming Water Rescue In China
Inflatable lifebuoys, which swiftly expand when they reach the water to offer temporary buoyancy, were dropped by drones over distressed individuals.
Before you buy a used GameCube, check for this common issue
If you buy the wrong GameCube console, you may not get to play all the games you want to play. Here's what to look for.
The difference between Shot with IMAX and Filmed for IMAX
A movie can be both Filmed for IMAX and shot with IMAX cameras, which is why the two labels are easy to confuse.
Treesa-Gayatri lose BWF World Championships semifinal to China, settle for bronze
Live again: Amazon offering eShop gift cards at 15% off (Basically FREE Nintendo credit)
Amazon is now offering one of its best prices of the year on Nintendo gift cards at 15% off . This is essentially like trading money for even more money to spend on the eShop, as well as consoles, hardware, physical games and more at Nintendo. You need to be an Amazon Prime member to land this deal.
How to AirPlay from iPhone or MacBook to your TV
If you want to display media from your phone on a TV screen, you'll need to follow these steps to use AirPlay or screen mirroring.
Taiwan accuses China of silencing political dissent
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council has called on Beijing to liberate two pro-democracy activists from Hong Kong, who were found guilty of subversion under national security legislation. The council voiced deep sorrow over their convictions, highlighting the broader implications of political repression. This situation has drawn worldwide attention to the encroachment on human rights, emphasizing the necessity of safeguarding freedoms to maintain Hong Kong's role as a global financial hub.
The Unlikely Place at the Center of Chinas AI Boom
Cheap energy, abundant land, and proximity to Beijing have turned a city in Inner Mongolia into a crucial hub for data centers. The Unlikely Place at the Center of Chinas AI Boom
