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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.

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

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.

Does Analogue 3D really make retro games 4K? Here's what you should know

The Analogue 3D does a great job at upscaling old N64 games, with a few caveats.

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.

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.

Alibaba is raising $10.2bn and spending all of it on AI

Alibaba is placing HK$80bn, about $10.2bn, of new shares in Hong Kong and says all net proceeds will go to AI infrastructure and capabilities. It comes days after the company reported a 75% fall in quarterly net profit driven by that same spending. Alibaba is going to the market for money to spend on AI, [] This story continues at The Next Web

A lawsuit says Oura

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.

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.

Android Auto YouTube Limitations: Is It Worth Using In The Car?

Android Auto YouTube Limitations: Is It Worth Using In The Car?

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.

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

Darkest Dungeon DLC, a BioShock-style shooter with clowns and other new indie games worth checking out

Plus, Mixtape on Mac, Tetris Effect-style pachinko and a platformer with randomized controls.

Most affordable M4 iPad Air just dropped to $559 at Amazon

Update: As expected, this deal sold out very quickly we will keep an eye on it. This deal might not last for long folks, but Amazon is now delivering the most affordable 11-inch M4 iPad Air down at $559 shipped this is the lowest price we have tracked on a current-gen iPad Air since the price increase.

How to score a wild 40% off Best Buy gift cards for today only

The Best Buy 60th Anniversary Sale is still rolling, has just been updated with some new featured deals, and if youre out and about today, there is one particular deal you should have on your radar it is offering crazy good deal on Best Buy gift cards in-store today.

Indonesia, China agree to deepen digital and AI cooperation

Immerse yourself in your music with these Beats Solo 4 headphones for just $90

Macworld TL;DR : Get these Warm White (Open Box) Beats Solo 4 On-Ear Headphones for just $89.99 (reg. $199.99). What is modern life without a good set of headphones? Theyre a lifesaver for long commutes, working out at the gym, doing chores around the house, and even when you want to make a quick call without everyone around you getting involved. With these Beats Solo 4, you can do it all. Were talking 50-hour battery life, spatial audio, and Bluetooth 5.3 connection for just $89.99 (reg. $199.99). The Beats Solo 4 are designed for both powerful sound and ultra-lightweight comfort for activity-based flexibility. And thanks to the Personalized Spatial Audio feature and dynamic head tracking, the sound quality you receive will always be immersive. They also come with Fast Fuel recharge, which gives you up to 5 hours of playback after just 10 minutes of charging . Whats more, the Beats Solo 4 seamlessly integrate with both iOS and Android to provide you with one-touch pairing, audio sharing, compatibility with device tracking features, and automatic pre-pairing across devices. Part of the reason these headphones are such a great deal is that theyre Open Box. This just means they were categorized as excess inventory; and since this one is new, itll arrive with zero cosmetic flaws. So, why not give them a try? Get these Warm White Beats Solo 4 (Open Box) for just $89.99 (reg. $199.99). Beats Solo 4 On-Ear Headphones Warm White (Open Box) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

macOS 27 Golden Gate Guide: All the new features coming to compatible Macs, 2026 release date and more

Macworld Apple has officially unveiled macOS 27 Golden Gate, the next major update for the Mac, bringing Apples next-generation Apple Intelligence platform to compatible devices. The update introduces an all-new Siri AI assistant, major upgrades to apps including Safari, Photos, Messages, Mail and Calendar, as well as expanded child safety features, design refinements and performance improvements throughout the operating system. Golden Gate continues Apples tradition of naming macOS releases after iconic Californian landmarks. Among the headline additions are Siri AI, a completely redesigned version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, new AI-powered tools across Apples apps, enhanced photo editing capabilities, smarter web browsing in Safari, and new automation features that make it easier to get things done on a Mac. macOS 27 will be supported on all Macs powered by Apple silicon, marking the end of the road for Intel-based Macs. While Intel models are no longer eligible for the new operating system, Apple is expected to continue providing security updates for those devices for some time. The developer and public betas of macOS 27 are available now. Following several months of testing, Apple is expected to release the finished version to all users this autumn. This hub covers everything Apple has announced for macOS 27 Golden Gate, including new features, compatibility details, beta release information, Apple Intelligence enhancements and the all-new Siri AI experience. Whats New in macOS 27 Golden Gate at a glance Apple Siri AI : A completely redesigned Siri powered by Apple Intelligence that can understand personal context, answer questions from the web, and take actions across apps. Visual Intelligence on Mac : Ask questions about anything on your screen, including images, files and text, using a dedicated shortcut. Safari AI Tools : Automatically groups related tabs, monitors websites for changes such as price drops, and can even generate custom extensions from a description. Apple Intelligence across apps : Adds AI-powered features to Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos and Shortcuts to help write, organise, edit and automate tasks. Child Safety Upgrades : Introduces Ask to Browse, Time Allowances, enhanced Communication Safety and redesigned parental controls to help keep children safe online. Siri AI: Siri powered macOS 27 features Foiundry Apples biggest focus in macOS 27 Golden Gate is Siri AI, a completely redesigned version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Rather than functioning as a simple voice assistant, Siri AI is designed to act as a conversational AI assistant that can answer questions, understand personal information, access web knowledge, and perform actions across apps and services. At a glance: Whats new with Siri AI? Conversational AI assistant : Siri AI will be far more capable than previous versions of Siri, according to Apple, allowing users to ask open-ended questions, brainstorm ideas, conduct research, and hold natural back-and-forth conversations rather than relying on simple voice commands. Dedicated Siri app : macOS 27 will offer a standalone Siri app that stores conversations in one place and sync them across Apple devices through iCloud. For example, users could start a conversation on their Mac and continue it later on their iPhone or iPad. Personal context awareness : Siri will be able to understand information stored across your messages, emails, notes, photos and files. Apple says Siri will be able to locate specific information, find content youve saved in the past, and surface relevant details based on your personal data. Web-powered answers : Unlike previous versions of Siri, Siri AI will be able to access up-to-date information from the web to answer questions on virtually any topic. Apple says it will be able to help with research, interview preparation, learning new subjects and gathering information quickly. App actions and automation : Siri AI will be able to take action across apps including Messages, Music, Reminders and more. Users will be able to edit messages, manage playlists, create reminders and perform other tasks using natural language rather than navigating menus manually. Spotlight integration : Siri AI will be built directly into Spotlight Search on macOS. Users will be able to type questions into Spotlight, receive AI-generated answers, and launch Siri-powered searches without opening a separate app or switching to a web browser. Visual Intelligence on Mac : For the first time, Visual Intelligence is coming to macOS. Users will be able to select content on screen and ask Siri questions about images, files, documents and text, allowing the assistant to understand and respond to onscreen content. Integrated Writing Tools : Siri AI will generate text from scratch, rewrite drafts, summarise content and refine existing writing. Apple says it will even adapt its tone, wording and punctuation to match how users typically communicate with individual contacts. Improved dictation : Apple says it will significantly upgrade systemwide dictation with better speech recognition. Dictation will automatically add punctuation, capitalisation and formatting while improving accuracy, making it easier to turn spoken words into polished text. Custom Siri voices : Users will be able to personalise Siri by selecting a voice and adjusting its pace and expressiveness. Apple says this allows Siri to sound more natural and better suited to individual preferences, although the feature requires newer Apple silicon hardware. Availability : Apple says Siri AI will enter beta later this year and initially support English. It requires Apple Intelligence-compatible hardware. Apple Intelligence across macOS 27 As well as powering Siri, the enhanced Apple Intelligence will power some other systemwide features in macOS 27. Systemwide Proofreading : Apple Intelligence will provide automatic proofreading and improved spelling and grammar suggestions throughout the operating system. Intelligent File and Folder Naming : In macOS 27 names for files and folders will be automatically suggested based on their contents. Privacy : Apple emphasised that the new AI architecture maintains privacy protections. Apple claims Apple Intelligence continues to use on-device processing whenever possible and relies on Private Cloud Compute when additional processing power is required. Personal data processed through Private Cloud Compute is not stored or made accessible to Apple, and the system remains open to independent verification by security researchers. Safari features coming in macOS 27 Notify Me in Safari Apple Safari is set to gain several Apple Intelligence-powered features in macOS 27, including the ability to automatically organise tabs into topics, monitor webpages for changes such as price drops and restocks with Notify Me, and generate custom browser extensions from a text description. Automatic Tab Topics : Safari will be able to automatically group related tabs into topics. Apple says that by continually organizing tabs as users browse, Safari will help keep research and projects organized. Notify Me : Safari will be able to monitor web pages for changes. For example, users will be able to ask Safari to watch for product restocks, price changes, or other updates and receive notifications when those changes occur. Describe an Extension : Users will be able to create custom Safari extensions simply by describing what they want. Apple says Safari can generate the extension directly from a text description and add it to the toolbar. Messages and Mail features coming in macOS 27 Messages and Mail are to gain deeper Apple Intelligence integration in macOS 27. For example, Mail and Messages are will offer smarter Smart Reply suggestions that can reflect a users personal writing style. One-Tap Suggestions in Messages : Messages will suggest actions based on conversation context. Apple says users will be able to quickly create reminders, notes, or perform other tasks directly from a conversation. Smarter Photo Suggestions : Messages will identify and surface relevant photos based on keywords, people, and locations mentioned in chats. Personalized Smart Reply : Both Messages and Mail will be able to mimic a users writing style depending on the recipient for a Smart Reply. More Relevant Search in Mail : Mail will introduce a new search ranking system designed to surface the most relevant results first. Photos features coming in macOS 27 A new suite of AI-powered editing tools are coming to Photos in macOS 27 that should make it easier to transform and improve photos without needing advanced editing skills. Spatial Reframing : It will be possible to intelligently reframe images, recomposing images after theyve been taken. Extend Tool : A new Extend tool will expand photos beyond their original boundaries. Enhanced Clean Up : The updated Clean Up tool will be able to remove larger unwanted objects from images more effectively than it can presently. Design and Interface Changes in macOS 27 Apple macOS Golden Gate will feature several UI tweaks that address some of the criticisms of macOS 26s Liquid Glass. For example, macOS 27 will offer improved readability and stronger contrast than Liquid Glass does currently. Changes include: Improved readability with more refined Liquid Glass effects throughout macOS. Better contrast to make interface elements easier to distinguish. More consistent refraction effects across windows, menus and controls. Updated toolbars with a cleaner, more unified design. Edge-to-edge sidebars that extend fully to the edge of windows rather than appearing to float. Refreshed menu bar icons with a more polished appearance. Background bars behind window controls to make icon clusters stand out more clearly. More consistent rounded window corners throughout the operating system. Liquid Glass app icons that add greater depth and a more three-dimensional look. Customisable Liquid Glass appearance, allowing users to adjust the effect from ultra-clear to fully tinted. Performance Improvements in macOS 27 Apple says macOS 27 delivers performance improvements throughout the operating system, including: Faster AirDrop transfers Faster network file browsing Faster Safari start page loading macOS 27 will also add support for higher-resolution ultrawide displays, including 5K at 120Hz. Display arrangements will also be remembered more reliably when reconnecting monitors. macOS 27 Compatible Macs The MacBook Neo and other Macs in Apples current lineup will all be compatible with macOS 27. Foundry Apple confirmed that macOS 27 Golden Gate is compatible with: MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 2026) MacBook Air (Apple silicon, 2020 and later) MacBook Pro (Apple silicon, 2020 and later) iMac (Apple silicon, 2021 and later) Mac mini (Apple silicon, 2020 and later) Mac Studio (2022 and later) Mac Pro (Apple silicon, 2023 and later) All those Macs will be able to support Apple Intelligence, but some Siri AI features require M3 with at least 12GB of unified memory or later. macOS 27 release date: When will macOS 27 be available? First developer beta: June 8, 2026 First public beta: July 13 2026 Final version: September 2026 Apple debut macOS 27 in a keynote at WWDC26 . The official version of macOS 27 will not be available until later in 2026. In recent years, Apple has released macOS at the same time as iOS. The iOS release has been happening during the second week of September, so Monday, September 14, is our guess as to when macOS 27 becomes available to everyone. When will the macOS 27 beta be released? Apple However, it isnt necessary to wait until the fall to try out the new features in macOS 27. Apple released the first developer beta at WWDC. The first public beta became available on July 13, 2026. The beta cycle includes several iterations as Apple refines the software. Heres how you can participate in the beta program . We have an Apple WWDC event blog if you want to read expert commentary and our immediate reactions and what the WWDC news means to you. FAQ 1. When is macOS 27 coming out Apple hasnt confirmed exactly when macOS 27 will be available to install, but it usually launches to the general public in September, or at the latest October. Once macOS 27 launches Apple will likely continue beta development to test new features that werent available at launch. 2. Should I install the macOS 27 beta? Whether you should install the macOS 27 beta depends on your needs, technical expertise, and tolerance for bugs and instability. Beta software can introduce crashes, data loss, app compatibility problems, excessive battery drain, reduced performance, and other unexpected issues. For most users, the recommendation is simple: dont install it. If youre eager to try the new features, its better to wait for the Public Beta and avoid installing it on your primary Mac. Developers are a different case. The Developer Beta is available now through Apples Developer Program, allowing app creators to test their software against new APIs, frameworks, and system features before the public release. If youre not a developer, think carefully before installing the Developer Beta, as it is typically less stable and more prone to bugs than later beta releases. Regardless of which beta you choose, make sure you have a complete backup of your Mac before upgrading. 3. Which Macs get macOS 27 All M-series Macs will get macOS 27, and the MacBook Neo. Certain Siri features will only be available for M3 Macs and newer. 4. Should Intel Mac owners upgrade now? Intel Mac owners should upgrade to Apple Silicon as soon as possible. The transition away from Intel hardware has reached a critical turning point, with software support rapidly vanishing and a new generation of affordable entry-level hardware making the switch more accessible than ever. Apple has confirmed that macOS 27 will not support any Intel-based Macs. While a small number of Intel models may receive security patches for older versions of macOS until September 2028, they are already excluded from modern flagship features. Those with Intel Macs also miss out on many features, including Apple Intelligence. 5. What does the end of Rosetta support mean? macOS 27 will end support for Rosetta 2, Apples translation technology that allows Intel-based Mac apps to run on Apple Silicon Macs. The end of Rosetta 2 support marks the final stage of Apples transition away from Intel-based architecture, effectively terminating the ability of M-series Macs to run older software designed for Intel processors. Rosetta 2 has served as a translator or transition layer since 2020, allowing Apple silicon to execute x86_64 instructions. The move further accelerates Apples transition away from Intel-era software. As of the macOS 26.4 update, users are already seeing Rosetta 2 warnings. 6. When is macOS usually updated? Here is a history of release dates for macOS: macOS 26 Tahoe: September 15, 2025 macOS 15 Sequoia: September 16, 2024 macOS 14 Sonoma: September 26, 2023 macOS 13 Ventura: October 25, 2022 macOS 12 Monterey: October 25, 2021 macOS 11 Big Sur: November 19, 2020 macOS 10.15 Catalina: October 7, 2019 macOS 10.14 Mojave: September 24, 2018 macOS 10.13 High Sierra: September 25, 2017 macOS 10.12 Sierra: September 20, 2016

Southeast Asia is luxury testbed for China

At Chinese handbag brand Songmonts first overseas store, a pop-up in Bangkoks CentralWorld shopping center, Nathan from India was buying for his girlfriend back home. The []

Apple reportedly cut more than 200 jobs across Vision Pro and Siri software teams

Apple has laid off employees in its Vision Pro and Siri teams as it shifts focus to smart glasses and next-gen AI tech.

Moto Tag 2

The Moto Tag 2 is one of the few Android Find Hub trackers with UWB, soon to be joined by the Pixel Tag, but the tracker is available right now and, despite the price having supposed to be temporary, its still just $20.

TikTok will pay $400 million to settle Justice Department lawsuit over child privacy

The DoJ said the app has made significant strides in privacy protections since the 2024 suit.

Apple lays off 200 employees to focus on

Macworld According to a report by Bloomberg, Apple is laying off and realigning several employees in multiple departments in order to focus on new devices and artificial intelligence. About 200 employees are affected. The Vision Pro team has eliminated 100 jobs, with most of the cuts happening in teams focused on gaming and immersive video, according to the report. Bloomberg says employees were told that the changes are being made to better address how the Vision Pro is being used by its customers. Immersive video, in particular, is an expensive endeavor that has strained the business given the limited number of active Vision Pro users. The other 100 eliminated jobs were from the Siri and software teams. With the shift from Siri as a voice-activated interface to the new Siri AI , Apple needs to redefine the Siri team with a change in the necessary expertise. Apple is also reorganizing its Intelligent Systems Experience team to focus its efforts on AI. In response to the report, Apple released the following statement to Bloomberg: While we will create new roles as part of this change, it will also impact a limited number of existing roles. We are grateful to these team members for their contributions, and we are committed to supporting them throughout their transition, including opportunities to apply for other roles at Apple. Apple statement released to Bloomberg While job cuts are never a good sign, no one would be surprised by Apples reasoning behind them. The Vision Pro was released over two years ago (with an M5 update in October 2025), and if it has made an impact, its in specific niche marketsit has not made an impression with the general public. Reports have said that Apple shifted its focus from developing a low-cost Vision Pro headset to smart glasses that would compete with the likes of Meta. The only thing surprising about the layoffs with the Siri team is that they didnt happen sooner. Siri AI has been in development for quite some time now, so a reorganization seems to be part of the process.

Take-Two subpoenas Discord and Microsoft in hunt for GTA VI leaker

The company is searching for leakers ahead of GTA's November release.

4 super smart shifts proving privacy is software

For the longest time, the tech industrys unofficial motto was if the product is free, you are the product. Most of us just accepted it. But after a decade of data scandals, tracking revelations, and privacy blunders, that logic is starting to feel dated. Weve hit a tipping point. A quiet but powerful shift is [] This story continues at The Next Web

The best early Labor Day 2026 TV deals: Samsung, LG, and more

Labor Day may still be a couple weeks away, but you can already find steep deals on top TVs from Samsung, Sony, and more - just in time for pre-season football.

Nintendo just wiped out 400 more Switch emulator repositories on GitHub

Nintendo has reportedly targeted more than 400 Switch emulator repositories on GitHub in a single day as its aggressive anti-piracy campaign continues.

Anthropic will give defenders what its strongest model finds, but not the model itself

Anthropic has made Claude Mythos 5 available for code scanning in Claude Security and is integrating it into partners defensive products, with users receiving outputs rather than direct access to the model. It is also committing $35mn in credits to open-source security work. Anthropic is widening access to its most capable cybersecurity model, without letting [] This story continues at The Next Web

Coming to Apple TV: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more

Macworld Apples list of currently available content for Apple TV continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press. Weve divided this list in two: Coming Soon is a list of shows and films for which Apple has given an official release date or release window, and Further Out compiles content that is still in production or perhaps havent even begun yet. Updated August 21, 2026: We have updated our list with the latest release dates, images, and trailers. How to get Apple TV Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple You can subscribe to Apple TV on Apples website here , or via the Apple TV app on your device. It costs $12.99/9.99 a month, which you can cancel at any time (Read: How to cancel and Apple subscription ). You can also opt for a one-year subscription for $99/89, which gives you two months free each year. Apple also offers various trials. Take a look at our article explaining all the ways you can watch Apple TV for free , and the best Apple TV deals you can get. Students can get Apple TV for free with an already subsidized Apple Music subscription. You dont need an Apple TV set top box to watch Apple TV , nor do you have to pay for a subscription, see: How to watch Apple TV for free . Coming Soon to Apple TV The following shows, series, and movies have been officially announced by Apple and will typically will begin streaming in the next few weeks or months. Dark Matter (season 2) What its about: Season two picks up with the Dessens as they settle into a quiet life in a world that finally seems safe until the unimaginable forces them to run once again. aJsons obsession with the Box deepens, while Danielas growing paranoia pushes her to the brink, threatening to tear their fragile stability apart. Apple Important names: Stars Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson. When you can watch: The second season of Dark Matter premieres on August 28, 2026. Mayday What its about: An action-packed buddy comedy film. When hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy Assassin Kelly is sent on a top-secret mission into Russian territory at the height of the Cold War, the operation implodes, leaving him stranded behind enemy lines. Important names: Stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branaugh. Written and directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. When you can watch: Mayday premieres on September 4, 2026. Last Seen What its about: A former police detective, now working as a dispatcher, receives a call from a teenage girl who he is convinced is his daughter that went missing 11 years ago. Important names: Stars Patrick Brammall, Brendan Cowell, Maxine Peake, and Jessica Wren. When you can watch: Last Seen premieres on September 9, 2026. Slow Horses (season 6) What its about: This darkly funny British spy thriller show is easily one of the best things on Apple TV, and its back for another short season. Important names: Stars Sir Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, and more. When you can watch: The sixth season of Slow Horses debuts on September 16, 2026. Brothers What its about: Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrison play fictionalized versions of themselveswhose lifelong friendship is thrown into chaos when they uncover a decades-old secret: they might actually be brothers. Apple Important names: Stars Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Natalie Martinez, produced by Lee Eisenberg. When you can watch: Brothers premieres on September 23, 2026. The Last First: Winter K2 What its about: A documentary about the extreme mountain climbing industry and and its changing culture. Apple Important names: Directed by Amir Bar-Lev. When you can watch: The Last First: Winter K2 premieres on October 2. Matchbox the Movie What its about: Inspired by the iconic Mattel toys (really!), this is an action film about a group of friends since childhood who have their lives upended when undercover CIA agent Sean, their long-absent former leader, returns to their small town and unwittingly gets them embroiled in a frantic international pursuit to save the world. Important names: Stars John Cena, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, and Arturo Castro. Written by David Coggeshall. Directed by Sam Hargrave. When you can watch: Matchbox the Movie will premiere on October 9, 2026. Tenzing What its about: Chronicles the little-known story of Tenzing Norgay, a gifted Himalayan climber who, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary, became the first to summit Mount Everest. Apple Important names: Stars Genden Phuntsok, Tom Hiddleston, and Willem Dafoe. When you can watch: Tenzing is in select theaters on October 9 and on Apple TV October 16. Wheres Wanda (season 2) What its about: A dark comedy that tells the story of Dedo and Carlotta Klatt, who are desperate to locate their missing 17-year-old daughter Wanda, who disappeared months ago without a trace. Apple Important names: Stars Heike Makatsch, Axel Stein, Lea Drinda, and Leo Simon. Written and created by Oliver Lansley. When you can watch: The second season of Wheres Wanda premieres on October 21, 2026. Stick (season 2) What its about: A sports comedy about a washed-up ex-pro golfer who coaches a young 17-year old phenom. Apple Important names: Starring Owen Wilson, Peter Dager, Marc Maron, Mariana Trevio. Joining in season 2 is Rhea Seehorn. When you can watch: Season 2 of Stick premieres on November 4, 2026. Being Heumann What its about: In 1977, a young disabled woman Judy Heumann and a scrappy coalition of outsiders decide theyve had enough. What begins as one impulsive act becomes the longest occupation of a federal building in American history, as hundreds spontaneously seize government offices and refuse to leave until the bureaucrat in their way takes action. Apple Important names: Stars Ruth Madeley, Madeline Delp, and Mark Ruffalo. Written and directed by Sin Heder. When you can watch: Being Heumann will be in select theaters on November 6 and on Apple TV November 13, 2026, Way of the Warrior Kid What its about: Middle school has been a nightmare for Marc, a good kid whos bullied by his classmates and feels like hes behind in everything, from academics to P.E. to just making friends. That changes when his injured Uncle Jake, a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to spend the summer and recuperate with Marc and his mom, Sarah. Apple Important names: Stars Chris Pratt, Jude Hill, Linda Cardellini, Levi McConaughey. When you can watch: Way of the Warrior Kid premieres on November 20, 2026. Bad Monkey (season 2) What its about: Eager to regain his detectives badge, Yancy finds himself embroiled in a turf war between rival criminal organizations as he navigates a variety of Florida oddballs, including an erudite mob boss, his unhinged son and a hard-edged young woman who needs Yancys protection. Apple Important names: Stars Vince Vaughn, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner. Produced by Bill Lawrence. When you can watch: The second season of Bad Monkey premieres on December 2, 2026. Neuromancer What its about: A new 10-episode drama based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. The series will follow a damaged, top-rung super-hacker named Case who is thrust into a web of digital espionage and high-stakes crime with his partner Molly, a razor-girl assassin with mirrored eyes, aiming to pull a heist on a corporate dynasty with untold secrets. Important names: Stars Callum Turner, Briana Middleton, Mark Strong, and Peter Sarsgaard. When you can watch: Neuromancer premieres on January 22, 2027. Further Out These shows, series, and movies may or may not have been officially announced, and do not yet have definitive release dates. Some may debut in the next few months, others be more than a year away. Its even possible that some of these projects will never be released. Lance Armstrong biopic What its about: Deadline reports that Apple has won the bidding war for rights to a movie about the storied cyclist Lance Armstrong. Important names: Stars Austin Butler, directed by Edward Berger. When you can watch: The Lance Armstrong biopic does not yet have a title or release date. Foster the Snowman What its about: Per Deadline , Apple out-bid Netflix and MGM for this holiday high-concept movie about a snowman that comes alive, and will go through every stage of life in just 72 hours. The childless couple who act as his parents go through every parenting milestone in just three days. Important names: No stars are yet attached. The film will be directed by Hikari. When you can watch: Foster the Snowman is being fast-tracked to be ready in time for the holidays 2026. Once and Again What its about: Deadline says that Apple won the rights to produce a film from the upcoming romance book Once and Again by Rebecca Serle (set to release on March 10). Important names: This project is early in product and has no director or stars attached yet. When you can watch: The adaptation of Once and Again is very early in production and has no release date. Cosmere What its about: Apple has landed the rights to the Cosmere fantasy universe books from Brandon Sanderson. Its unclear what projects are coming in this fantasy setting. Important names: Brandon Sandersons series The Stormlight Archive is a large and ongoing series of high fantasy novels. Sanderson is also known for finishing Robert Jordans Wheel of Time novels. When you can watch: The Cosmere deal is fresh and specific projects havent yet begun as of January 2026, so it will be a long while before we can watch anything. Important names: Created for TV by Graham Roland and JD Dillard. Stars Callum Turner,Briana Middleton, Joseph Lee, and Mark Strong. When you can watch: Neuromancer is in production now but does not yet have a release date. The Dispatcher What its about: A 6-episode thriller about a police detective whose life fell apart 10 years ago when his young daughter Maggie disappeared without a trace. Now working as a police dispatcher, he receives a distress call from a young girl he is certain is Maggie, he will stop at nothing to find her and reunite his broken family, whatever the cost. Adapted from Ryan David Jahns book. Important names: Starring Patrick Brammall, adapted by writer Kris Mrksa. When you can watch: The Dispatcher does not yet have a release date. Speed Racer What its about: A live-action series based on the beloved Japanese animated show from the 60s. Important names: Will be produced by J.J. Abrams Bad Robot production company, with Hiram Martinezand Ron Fitzgerald as writers and showrunners. When you can watch: Speed Racer has no release date yet. The White Darkness What its about: A limited series based on David Granns nonfiction book about Henry Worsley, who crossed Antarctica on foot. Important names: Tom Hiddleston stars, Soo Hugh directs. When you can watch: The White Darkness has no release date yet. Untitled Negro League Baseball series What its about: Follows the life and career of legendary pitcher Leroy Satchel Paige. Important names: The series is produced by Erving Magic Johnson, among others. It is in conjunction with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and MLB. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Untitled Chuck Barris drama What its about: Gong Show host Chuck Barris famously claimed to be a secret CIA assassin in his autobiography Confessions of a Dangerous Mind , which was made into a feature film in 2002. A Deadline report says Apple is developing an hour-long drama series about Barris as both Gong Show host and CIA assassin. Important names: Justin Timberlake is attached to star as Chuck Barris. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Dolly What its about: Deadline describes it as a sci-fi courtroom drama in which a robotic companion doll kills its owner and then shocks the world by claiming that she is not guilty and asking for a lawyer. Important names: Florence Pugh and Vanessa Taylor are attached to star and Drew Pearce will write the script. When you can watch: No release date yet. Bride What its about: Deadline reports that this is a genre-bending film about an engineered ideal wife who rejects her creator, escapes captivity, and discovers her true self. Important names: The film will star Scarlett Johansson and will be directed bySebastin Lelio. When you can watch: No release date yet. Earthsound What its about: A natural history documentary series that uses new audio technology and cinematic 360-degree audio to reveal untold nature stories from every continent. Important names: It will be executive produced byAlex Williamson, and the series producer is Sam Hodgson. When you can watch: No release date yet. Untitled Idris Elba spy thriller What its about: According to Variety , this is to be a spy movie with romance set in Africa but little else is known about the nascent project. The report says its early in production. Important names: The film will star Idris Elba and is produced by Simon Kinberg andAudrey Chon. When you can watch: No release date yet. Hedy Lamarr series What its about: According to The Hollywood Reporter , its an eight-episode series about the 1930s and 40s actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr (whose frequency-hopping radio technology is still the basis for many modern wireless communications). Important names : Gal Gadot is set to star as Lamarr, with a script written by Sarah Treem. When you can watch: No release date yet. Where the Wild Things Are What its about: Apple has struck an overall deal with The Maurice Sendak Foundation to produce shows or series based on the authors works for children. The most famous of these, by far, is Where the Wild Things Ar e. Important names: Apple is working with longtime Sendak collaboratorArthur Yorinks and his production studio Night Kitchen Studios. When you can watch: No release date yet. Custom of the Country What its about: A limited-series adaptation of the Edith Wharton novel The Custom of the Country . The novel, published in the early 20th century, is about a midwestern girl who climbs the ladder of New York high society. Important names: The big one is Sofia Coppola, who is developing the series for Apple. No word yet on whether she will direct it. When you can watch: No release date yet. El Gato Negro What its about: Based onRichard Dominguezs comic book about an agingluchador who teams up with his grandson to use the El Gato Negro persona to fight crime in South Texas. Important names: Robert Rodriguez will direct and produce, whileDiego Boneta will star and also produce. When you can watch: No release date yet. Brie Larson CIA biography series What its about: A report in Variety says that Apple has made a direct-to-series order for a new drama based on thereal-life experiences of CIA undercover operative Amaryllis Fox. Fox has a hot novel named Life Undercover: Coming of Age in the CIA that released in October 2019. Important names: Brie Larson will star and executive produce the series. When you can watch: No release date yet. You Think It, Ill Say It What its about: According to Variety , Apple has ordered a 10-episode, half-hour run of a new comedy variety show. The showis inspired by Curtis Sittenfelds collection of short stories You Think It, Ill Say It . Important names: SNL alum Kristen Wiig was set to star, but pulled out citing scheduling conflicts with Wonder Woman 1984. The show is created and produced by Colleen McGuinness ( 30 Rock , About a Boy ). When you can watch: This project does not yet have a title or release date.

Apple cuts more than 200 jobs across Siri and Vision Pro

Apple is cutting more than 200 jobs, roughly 100 from the Vision Pro organisation and 100 from Siri and software teams, largely shutting the headsets gaming unit. The company says it is realigning teams and will create new roles. Apple is cutting more than 200 jobs across the teams that build Siri and the Vision [] This story continues at The Next Web

Riot is ending 2XKO development less than a year after launch

Riot Games is ending active development of 2XKO in December 2026 after failing to retain enough players, although the League fighting game will remain playable.

Aptera has found someone to build its solar car, and it is in Shanghai

Aptera has partnered with Shanghais Launch Design on a manufacturing programme worth up to $44mn, covering tooling, testing and pilot production. Aptera pays two-thirds of the costs, while its latest filing reports $10.1mn in cash and substantial doubt about continuing as a going concern. Aptera has finally found someone to build its solar car. The [] This story continues at The Next Web

Season two of Netflix's Cyberpunk 2077 anime streams October 20

Season two of Netflix's Cyberpunk 2077 anime streams October 20

Google says Gemma has passed a billion downloads

Google says its Gemma family of open models has passed a billion downloads. Developers have published more than 100,000 Gemma variants over the past two years, the company said in a blog post on Thursday. Clement Farabet, a vice president at Google DeepMind, and Olivier Lacombe, a product director there, wrote it. Google calls the [] This story continues at The Next Web

Use GPT, Gemini, and Claude for a year for just $30

TL;DR: Get one year of GPT, Gemini, Claude, and more in ChatOn AI for $29.99.

Official Apple iPhone Air Bumper Case plummets to just $13.50 at Amazon (66% off)

Alongside the Best Buy 60th Anniversary price drops on unlocked iPhone Air at $160 off (or a whole lot more in ope-box condition), we are tracking again bin pricing on the official Apple iPhone Air Bumper at just over $13 Prime shipped.

Tokyo's Sushi Bus combines conveyor belt dining with open-air sightseeing

Tokyo's Sushi Bus combines conveyor belt dining with open-air sightseeing.

Meta launched Pocket in the US, and the app it came from shut down the same day

Meta has launched Pocket across the United States. The app it is based on shut down the same day. Pocket had been testing quietly in Brazil since July. It is now available to everyone in the US. Pocket lets people type a prompt and get back a small interactive thing, which Meta calls a gizmo. [] This story continues at The Next Web

Tesla and others recall over 4 million vehicles in China over hidden door handles

Tesla and others recall over 4 million vehicles in China over door handles.

Two 21-year-olds built an AI that runs online stores

They started selling online at 15. Their company, Siml, now runs over 1,000 stores. Nurtilek Raimzhanov and Zuhayr Abdullazhanov met in high school and have been best friends ever since. They were fifteen when the pandemic hit, and they decided to sell something online. In their case, hand sanitizer. It worked well enough to become [] This story continues at The Next Web

Meta pays Microsoft hundreds of millions a year to rent AI models

Meta is spending hundreds of millions of dollars a year buying access to AI models through Microsofts cloud. The company runs trillions of tokens a week through Azure, Bloomberg reported, citing a person familiar with the matter who asked not to be identified. That makes Meta one of Microsofts largest AI customers. Both companies declined [] This story continues at The Next Web

Latest AirPods Pro 3 still down at 25% off, next-gen set not expected until 2027

While at one point it seemed as though the recent string of deals on AirPods Pro 3, and this weeks solid 25% price drop, were just part of Amazons attempt to clear stock out ahead of the usual September next-generation update, its starting to look as though the new AirPods wont land until next year .

Originally $1,000 LG OLED 480Hz UltraGear gaming monitor just hit a new $468 all-time low

We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops LGs 27-inch QHD 480Hz UltraGear OLED gaming monitor to $467.97 shipped. This model originally launched with a $1,000 price tag, but it has been fetching closer to $800 lately while jumping as high as $955 a couple of times in recent months. Todays deal takes more than $330 off that recent going rate and over $530 off the original price. Its now going for $36 less than its previous low, setting a new best price for this speedy 480Hz OLED display. Head below for more details.

Astromech raised $20mn at $3.8bn to forecast how biology breaks

Astromech has raised $20mn at a $3.8 billion valuation to build AI that predicts how living systems will change. The company says its models learn from 3.8 billion years of biological history. The valuation and the training window are the same number, and nobody has said whether that is a coincidence. Bob Nelsen led the [] This story continues at The Next Web

Make it fit in the bin with Fanttik

Fanttik C10 Pro BowGuide Electric Cardboard Cutter Buy for $64 (Reg. $90) What we love If youre anything like me, you like when everything actually fits in the recycling bin. This often means tearing down boxes which can be a tedious task when using scissors, a utility knife, or your bare hands. Even doing it that way wont always lead to the most efficient fit. A tool iike this can quickly cut a box into pieces so it all fits nicely.

Craft your Mac and gaming PC setup with this spacious 71- by 63-inch standing desk at $236 (Reg. $420)

FLEXISPOT 71- by 63-inch L-Shaped Standing Desk Buy for $236 (Reg. $420) What we love This incredibly spacious standing desk offers up plenty of room for a multi-monitor setup, or even a split Mac and PC office where you can quickly roll from one OS to the other.

Vibrant ocean-style Apple Watch band strikes $11.50 (Reg. $19)

Astorgos Ocean Watch Apple Watch Band Buy for $11.50 (Reg. $19) What we love While I often lean towards dressy metal or leather straps for my Apple Watch, its hard to deny the versatility of a style like this. I really like the vibrant colorway here, and the $11.50 price is not bad at all.

Add this 2-pack of Nanoleaf solar lights to your garden, flower boxes, more while down at a $45 low

Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights 2-Pack Buy for $45 (Reg. $60) What we love If youre looking to add some color-changing ambiance to your gardens, flower boxes, and more, youll get 11 animated scenes to choose from with these solar-charging lights that automatically turn on when the sun goes down. They come with an IP65 weather-resistant construction, dual stake heights, and flexible designs for bending them to contour to your layout.

These dress shirt styles are priced from $15 at Amazon right now

Alex Vando Long Sleeve Dress Shirt Buy for $15 (Reg. $20) What we love While I lean heavily into polos this time of year, once fall arrives, button-downs like this will steadily become my go-to. They look great layered with a sweater or on their own. At $15 Prime shipped, its hard to argue with the value here too.

Eye-catching Nike kicks from $48: Air Max, G.T. Cut, Trunner, Metcon, Rejuven8, more (Up to 45% off)

Today we deliberately hunted for head-turning kicks when looking at Nikes official sale page and the brand did not disappoint. Highlights this time around include the Nike G.T. Cut 4 EYBL, Total 90, Air Max Dawn, and more. Just note that you can also score hybrid sneakers for $29 , classic dress pants from $27.50 , and much more in our apparel guide . Head below to see your options.

We have more details on Apple's camera-equipped AirPods and they are pretty dang weird

Each earbud takes its own image, which is then synchronized for use by Visual Intelligence.

These hybrid sneakers blur the line between dressy and casual and are $29 right now (Reg. $40)

Bruno Marc Hybrid PU Leather Sneakers Buy for $29 (Reg. $40) What we love These days I like shoes that can easily blur the line between dressy and casual. I think this style pulls it off, and you can cash in for $29 right now. I like the hybrid fabric and PU leather details throughout.

Need dress pants for the office? This classic style is priced from $27.50 (Reg. $35)

COOFANDY Classic Dress Pants Buy for $27.50 (Reg. $35) What we love These dress pants dont try to do anything out of the norm and stick with a classic style that should fit right in at the office. Pricing kicks off from $27.50 and there are all sorts of sizes and colorways up for grabs.

Walmart will finally accept tap to pay in stores by the end of 2026

Sam's Club will soon let you pay with your phone or smartwatch too.

Spilled coffee on your MacBook? This sleeve dries it out before it

Macworld Active-moisture rescue insurance for your tech This might just save the day (and your MacBook) Learn More (function () { document.querySelector(#sticky-promo-block a).addEventListener(click, function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest(#sticky-promo-block).querySelector(p.promo-title).textContent; const data = { event: stickyConversionUnitClick, eventCategory: Sticky Conversion, eventAction: Click, eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log(Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: , data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Every sensible MacBook owner recognizes that while their prized laptop can put up with the odd bump and nudge against a hard edge, it makes sense to protect it while on the move. That might mean picking one of the best MacBook backpacks or other carrying kit, but it might just be choosing a tight padded sleeve for it to nestle in, saving it from unintended impacts and possible scratches. Another big danger for a MacBook outside the office or home is water. MacBooks are not water-resistant as Apple doesnt build any ingress protection (IP) ratings into its laptops as it does its iPhone (IP68). I recently dived into a swimming pool with my iPhone 16 Pro in my pocket. I didnt panic too much but I knew there was a possibility that damage could have been done despite the water-protection ranking. Your backpack might be water resistant, but damage can still be done if water still gets into your laptop or other devices. Now a clever multi-function solution might just save your very wet day. UAGs Dryout Ultimate Sleeve might rescue your MacBook, iPad, keyboard or storage device before any invasive moisture has more time to cause damage. UAG How to use the UAG Dryout Sleeve to dry your laptop The sleeve is a secondary drying aid designed to draw out residual moisture; it is not a substitute for immediately shutting down, unplugging and draining the MacBook first. Shut down the MacBook immediately. Dont keep using it to check whether it still works. Disconnect it from power and unplug any accessories. Electricity combined with moisture increases the risk of a short circuit and permanent damage. Turn the MacBook keyboard-side down to help liquid drain out. Avoid shaking it, which could spread moisture further inside. Wipe away visible liquid from the keyboard, case and ports with a clean, absorbent cloth. Now place the MacBook inside the UAG Dryout Sleeve and close it so the moisture-removal material can work. Leave the MacBook switched off while it dries. UAG recommends leaving it in the Dryout Sleeve for around 39 hours, but after a significant spill you should be prepared to keep the MacBook powered off for at least 24 hours. Ways in which moisture can get into and damage your laptop Desk accidentssuch as beverage or vase spillsor working too close to a water source, for instance in a kitchen or even by a swimming pool, can too easily cause a gadget emergency. Weather exposure, where you are caught in heavy rain or snow while carrying your gear in a vulnerable bag, is an obvious situation weve all been in. Few of us, however, consider the dangers of condensationbringing your cold laptop into a warm, humid room can cause moisture droplets to form inside. I hate to mention it, but excessive sweating can also cause moisture to invade your tech gear, so maybe towel off after a workout, and certainly following a swim, before leaning over your laptop. Keys are not airtight so liquid can flow directly through the key switches into the chassis. Side ports, such as USB and HDMI, provide a straight path to internal boards. Even vents for cooling fans and hinges can let moisture seep inside if placed on a wet surface or exposed to heavy rain. Moisture inside your tech can cause short circuits that fry sensitive chips, and corrosion that eats away at metal circuits over time. Can a laptop survive a water spill? Yes, if you act fast. Good advice is to shut it down immediately and unplug from power (its electricity that causes the permanent damage), then flip the device upside down to drain what liquid you can. You should be prepared to leave it turned off for at least 24 hours. UAGs new Dryout accessories are a secondary solution that can be reused unlike many older one-use emergency kits. After youve powered off your device, and turned it keyboard down to release the closest trapped water, you can wipe any excess water from the keyboard and the devices exterior with a cloth before slipping your laptop inside the UAG DRYOUT Sleeve to get the integrated technology to work. UAG How does Dryout Active Moisture-Removal Technology work? UAG claims its Dryout products actively pull moisture away and trap it into an absorbent core. Depending on the temperature, you might have to leave the device in the sleeve for between 3 and 9 hours. Once dry, the Sleeve resets with sunlight, direct heat, or forced airflow with a hairdryer, so its reusable when you need it next time. With carry handles and front mesh pocket, the UAG Ultimate Sleeve makes a great laptop sleeve even in dry conditions. UAG What it looks like The black-only Dryout Sleeve is a good-looking and protective sleeve even in normal dry conditions, including an Atilon foam layer and soft Nylex fleece interior that absorb impact and protect against scratches. It includes handy low-profile tote handles and an extra stretch mesh front pocket. It fits up to 16-inch laptops so is suitable from the 13-inch MacBook Neo to the top-end 16-inch Pro. UAG also claims it will work as well with other similarly sized electronics such as tablets, detachable keyboards, and external drives. Weighing 0.37lbs (168g), the sleeve measures 15.75 x 11.8 x 1.2 inches (400 x 300 x 30mm). For other MacBook sleeve alternatives, check out the best bags for MacBook in our wider feature. You can also buy a Dryout solution for smaller gadgets such as the iPhone. UAG Other laptop drying solutions The $70 (63) Ultimate Laptop Sleeve is part of a wider UAG Dryout range that includes a $35/27 Phone Recovery Pouch (also good for smaller devices such as smartwatches and AirPods), $170/128 Backpack (22L) , $140/106 Rolltop (18L) , $140/106 Tote , and $55/38 Sling (large enough for an iPad or over-ear headphones). For MacBooks the Sleeve is the simplest fully closed solution but the bags that incorporate the Dryout tech offer extra interior storage. You can buy cheaper laptop sleeves but none with the active moisture-removal feature of the Dryout. Its also a neat, practical protective sleeve in its own right, and we recommend MacBook owners travel with a padded sleeve regardless of possible water damage. If you are going to protect your MacBook from bangs and knocks by placing it in a sleeve, the drying-out function here is an extra insurance against technical calamity if you think you might enter risky environments.

Take-Two officially files federal court subpoenas to hunt down GTA VI leakers

Well, we already knew Take-Two was actively taking legal action against folks leaking the biggest thing in gaming over the last few days, but, based on the latest reports, it has now officially filed several subpoenas with the Southern District Court of New York to secure user data to hunt down the leakers.

Satechi ChargeView 240W review: 6-port USB-C charging for Macs

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros 6 powerful USB-C PD ports Intelligent voltage adjustment Compact for small footprint Cons No legacy USB-A if you still need it Our Verdict When wall chargers get unwieldy a desktop charger offers a more stable solution in multiple-device charging environments. With a choice of four or six smart ports and up to 240W total output plus an informative display, the Satechi ChargeView is a compact desktop charger that can keep a bank of desks fully charged in a minimal footprint. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed $149.99 Best Prices Today: Satechi ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger Retailer Price $149.99 View Deal $149.99 View Deal Satechi $149.99 View Deal $149.99 View Deal $149.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices What is it? A high-powered desktop charger with six USB-C ports. Who is it for? Users of many USB-C-powered devices and/or IT teams looking for a simple charging solution for multiple nearby users. Buy the 240W model if you regularly charge two or more MacBooks at once, or want enough headroom to fast-charge laptops, iPads and iPhones simultaneously. Choose the cheaper 140W version if your typical setup is one MacBook plus a handful of smaller Apple devices. Who shouldnt buy it? People who need legacy USB-A ports. Those wanting fewer ports can consider the 4-port ChargeView 140W model. Weve all got USB wall chargers incongruously sticking out of our power sockets, and some boast multiple ports to handle our many devices crying out for power. The Satechi 145W USB-C 4-Port wall charger, reviewed in our travel charger section below, has four USB-C ports. The Ugreen Nexode Pro 160W 5-Port USB-C wall charger has four USB-C and a USB-A port but try to stick anything larger in your plug socket and it will likely take your wall out if it gets a knock. If you are frequently pulling out charging cables for new devices, anything over three ports is about the limit for wall-charger stability. Youll get higher power and more ports from a desktop charger that plugs into the socket with a cable rather than directly with plug pins incorporated into the wall charger itself. Resting on your desk it should cover all your device charging requirements. Satechi had a 6-Port USB-C GaN Charger that could handle a total of 200W and has now updated this with its new 6-port ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger. This has the same six USB-C ports but more power to share between them. It also has a 4-port ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger for those with fewer devices to charge at the same time. Satechi How much can the ChargeView power per port? All of the ChargeViews ports are USB-C. If you still have older devices that require a legacy USB-A port, you need to look at some of the other best desktop USB-C chargers weve tested. Two of the USB-C ports support PD 3.2 for 140W charging. This is what the 16-inch MacBook Pro demands for fast charging. Two more support 100W each, and the final two can output 30W. Of course, you invest in a desktop charger for its multiple port combinations. As the maximum power output is 240W you cant use the two 140W ports with each at full power. Instead the most youll get is 140W+100W, and really any other combination: 100W+100W, 140W+30W, 100W+30W, 100W+100W, and 30W+30W, for example. Three ports in use at the same time gets more interesting, with possibilities such as 100W+100W+40W, 100W+70W+70W, 100W+100W+30W, 100W+30W+30W. These combinations allow for a 14-inch MacBook Pro plus an iPhone and an iPad all to be fast-charged at the same time, or a MacBook Pro and two MacBook Airs. Want to simultaneously fast-charge a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, an iPad Pro and an iPhone? The ChargeView 240W has you covered using four of its ports. You could charge 100W+70W+40W+30W, for example. Using five of the charging ports at the same time allows for 100W+70W+30W+20W+20W. Thats enough to fast-charge a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPad, and two iPhones all at the same time. The ChargeView 240W is maxed out using all six of its ports at 70W+70W+30W+30W+20W+20W, so you can fast-charge two MacBook Airs, and four iPad/iPhones in any combination you desire. If you can cope with slightly slower charging, you could keep four MacBooks operational plus a couple of iPhones. You can see that the ChargeView 240W has enough power and ports to keep up with the needs of a bank of desks in the office, or controlling a busy studio. Satechi With the 4-port ChargeView 140W, again two of the ports support the highest 140W PD 3.2 with the other two rated at 40W. Use two at the same time for 100W+40W, 70W+70W, or just 20W+20W. Three can handle 70W+40W+30W, or 65W+45W+30W, and all four at the same time for 65W+40W+20W+15W. 40W is enough to keep even a MacBook Pro humming along unless under intense performance demands. 20W is fine for iPad/iPhone fast charging, as well as keeping a MacBook Neo happy. 15W is not as fast as an iPhone would demand for fast charging but it will still get an iPhone from 0-50% in around 40 minutes. Satechi Rather than thinking in watts, heres what those power combinations mean in Apple devices: Ports in use What you can charge at once What to expect 1 16-inch MacBook Pro Up to140W, enough for full-speed fast charging on compatible 16-inch MacBook Pro models. 2 16-inch MacBook Pro + MacBook Air Both can charge quickly; the Pro can get up to 140W and the Air up to 100W depending on the ports used. 3 14-inch MacBook Pro + 2 MacBook Airs Enough power for three MacBooks simultaneously, with around 100W/70W/70W available in one supported configuration. 3 MacBook Pro + iPad Pro + iPhone Plenty of power for the MacBook plus fast charging for both mobile devices. 4 MacBook Pro + MacBook Air + iPad Pro + iPhone All four can charge rapidly at once; a typical split is 100W/70W/40W/30W. 5 MacBook Pro + MacBook Air + iPad + 2 iPhones A very practical five-device setup, with enough power to fast-charge the laptops and mobile devices simultaneously. 6 2 MacBook Airs + 2 iPads + 2 iPhones All six devices can charge at once. The two Airs can each receive 70W, while the remaining four devices share 100W. 6 4 MacBooks + 2 iPhones Possible, but some of the MacBooks will charge more slowly; this is better for keeping them powered than simultaneously fast-charging all four. How smart is the charger when working with multiple devices? PD 3.1 brought in possible power output up to 240W, but 140W is the highest any of your devices are likely to require. The ChargeView is rated for PD 3.2 that refines protocol efficiencies, expands Adjustable Voltage Supply (AVS) to lower standard ranges, and adds support for advanced features such as peak current handling and Qi2 wireless integration. The two 140W PD 3.2 ports employ AVS to automatically adjust voltage to deliver efficient, reliable power for the latest iPhone devices (iPhone 17 and later). It uses 100mV steps designed for high-efficiency, higher-power ranges up to 240W. All the ports support Programmable Power Supply (PPS) that uses finer 20mV steps for real-time mobile adjustments, but this protocol is built for the likes of Samsung and Pixel phones rather than iPhones that dont support PPS. The charger will simply default to standard fixed USB-PD profiles when plugged into an iPhone, but iPhone 17 and later models do benefit from AVS. Simon Jary Design and build Both the 240W and 140W models of the ChargeView share the same dark (Space Black) boxy design. Both are pretty small, being built using the latest Gallium nitride (GaN) technology. GaN also helps keep the chargers cool even at full power, and the chargers are fanless so remain silent in operation. The ChargeView 140W is understandably smaller at 3 x 3 x 1.5 inches (76 x 76 x 38mm) and weighs 16.4oz (465g). The ChargeView 240W is larger but hardly a brick at 4.3 x 3.6 x 1.5 inches (110 x 92 x 38mm) and weighs 24oz (680g). The power cable to the socket measures 5 feet (1.5m) in length. If you require a longer cable, it uses a common C8 power connector that you can buy separately if needed. The charger comes with four little black silicone dots that you apply to the base if sitting the charger horizontally flat. Satechi says this avoids stand interference and ensures stability. Each comes with a stand in case you prefer the charger positioned vertically for a reduced footprint on your desk. Satechi What can the ChargeViews display show? The ChargeViews integrated glossy LCD smart display shows visible real-time charging status and activity for each port. It will display total output power, wattage per port, cool operation, high power output and active cooling. This feature isnt just for wattage nerds as it should enable you to check the most needy devices are getting the most power. Satechi Satechi ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger Read our review Price When Reviewed: $149.99 Best Prices Today: $149.99 at Amazon | $149.99 at B&H | $149.99 at Satechi Satechi ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger Read our review Price When Reviewed: $149.99 Best Prices Today: $149.99 at Amazon | $149.99 at B&H | $149.99 at Satechi Pricing The Satechi ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger is available for $149.99 / 149.99 . The ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger sells for $99.99 / 99.99 . We have tested and reviewed more of the best desktop USB-C chargers if you want to consider alternatives. The most powerful is the $249 Ugreen Nexode 500W . It has six ports, like the ChargeView, but with a much higher total output although the max 500W assumes one port at 240W that is unlikely so its more like 400W total output in real terms. Ugreen also has a $199 Nexode 300W GaN Charger with four USB-C and one USB-A port. Anker has two desktop chargers: the $79 Anker Prime 200W and $149 Anker Prime 250W . Both are rival 6-porters although two of those ports are USB-A, so will appeal to people with older legacy devices. If you are charging up to ten devices, the $119 Plugable PS-10CC USB-C Charger has less power at 100W but is super smart at priority charging. Should you buy the ChargeView 240W or ChargeView 140W? Wall chargers can get unwieldy once you need more than three ports, making a desktop charger a more practical option for powering several devices at once. Buy the ChargeView 240W if you regularly charge two or more MacBooks alongside iPhones and iPads, or need six USB-C ports for a shared desk or family setup. Choose the 140W model if you mainly charge one MacBook plus a few smaller devices and dont need the extra ports or power. Buy neither if you still need USB-A or rarely charge several devices simultaneously, in which case a cheaper, more compact wall charger may make more sense. With four or six USB-C ports, intelligent power distribution and a useful display, the ChargeView offers a tidy way to keep a multi-device setup charged without cluttering your desk.

Upgrade your pool with Aiper

Through its official Amazon storefront, Aiper is offering the HydroComm Smart Pool Monitor with two optimization tips down at $279.99 shipped, which beats out the direct website deal that has no optimization tips by $20 . Down from $400, weve seen this newer bundle discounted down between $380 and $250, with that low having been during Junes Prime Day sale. The deal here gives you $120 savings for the third-lowest price we have tracked. You can also find some of the brands robot pool cleaners getting discounts in the official Amazon storefront here.

Mint Mobile now offering wild 50% off Unlimited 1-year talk/data plans at just $15 a month

Mint Mobile is offering some wild deals right now on unlimited 5G/4G LTE mobile plans . While the service provider tends to offer solid value most of the year, it is currently offering its Unlimited 12-Month Plan for just $15 a month thats 50% off and just $180 for an entire year of unlimited talk, text, and data.Even if you dont plan on switching your main plan right now, this price is low enough to consider as a back up or iPad line.

Lectric Labor Day Sale offers second-largest bundle with the XP Lite2 folding e-bikes at $999, more deals + price cuts from $799

Lectric has launched its Labor Day Sale with up to $645 savings on e-bike bundles, two models of which get an additional $100 price cut, and also 15% off extra batteries, which are all running parallel to the XPress2 extra battery bundle backorder flash sale . Among the offers, one of the best commuting bundles here is the 49-pound XP Lite2 Long-Range Folding e-bike with a $469 FREE bundle at $999 shipped , or the upgraded JW belt-drive e-bike with the same bundle at $1,099 shipped . These bundles would run you $1,468 or $1,568 at full price, and comes in as the second-largest bundle weve seen this year behind the previous back-to-school offer. The bundled gear includes a rear cargo rack, fender set, Elite headlight, a suspension seat post, a comfort saddle, and water-resistant pannier bags for a bolstered carrying capacity. If you dont care about the bundled gear, you can find the standard XP Lite2 e-bikes for $799 shipped , while the standard XP Lite2 JW Black Belt Drive model goes for $899 shipped . You can browse the full Labor Day Sale lineup below.

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Retro anime co-op awaits: Score a deal on your Orbitals pre-order ahead of release on Switch 2

Alongside the ongoing $10 off before delivery day a both Amazon and Walmart these deals have jumped back up in price as soon as the game releases (or sooner) all year. Orbitals Nintendo Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $50) | Amazon Orbitals Nintendo Switch 2 $40 (Reg. $50) | Walmart

Woot slashes over 50% off Samsung Odyssey and workstation monitors, with deals starting at just $82

As part of its wider Best of PC sale event , Woot is offering notable discounts on a bunch of Samsung monitors . Youll find both Odyssey gaming and a few workstation models on sale right now, with savings of over 50% and prices starting at $117.99 shipped . You can also use promo code SUPERSAVING to save up to an additional 30% on the prices highlighted here. There are plenty of options worth considering, and weve highlighted some of our favorites below.

EcoFlow flash sale drops 4,096Wh DELTA Pro 3 power station with 26 recharging options to $2,549, more from $799

As part of its ongoing Home Backup Sale, EcoFlow has launched a 4-day flash sale with website-exclusive discounts on four units three of which are power stations and one is a portable electric cooler bundle. Of the three power station offers, one of my personal favorites is the DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station down at $2,549 shipped once in your cart, beating out Amazons pricing by $250. While it carries a $3,699 MSRP directly from EcoFlow, which we recently did see it spike up to at Amazon, over the summer its mostly been keeping down at $2,799 or $2,599. It has gone lower in the past, but with ongoing tariffs, those rates havent really been seen since earlier in the year, but you are still getting a solid $250 savings off its highest going rate (and $1,150 off the MSRP) for the best price weve seen since summer began on the most versatile of the brands power solutions. Head below to check out the full lineup of flash deals while they last.

Child safety experts are skeptical of OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens

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Nothing anniversary week deals: Headphone (a) all-time low, Phone (4a) Pro, Ear (a) $59, more from $34

Alongside this weeks Best Buy 60th Anniversary sale, AirPods Pro 2 at 25% off and a solid $120 price drop on the latest AirPods Max 2, we are also tracking some notable deals across the Nothing headphone and earbud lineup. Those offers also join discount on the latest Nothing Phone (4a) Prosome CMF watches, and more. Scope it all out below.