Warren Spector, founding father of immersive sims, has retired from game development
The creator of Deus Ex is retiring.
New GTA 6 leaked footage shows Jason shooting hoops and causing chaos on the road
New GTA 6 footage has leaked ahead of Rockstars planned reveal, showing Jason playing basketball, driving and interacting with systems that could add more depth to gameplay.
ICE agents can't wear Meta glasses while they work, official memo warns
Smart glasses have become a recurring accessory amid the immigration crackdown.
Framework's cheapest laptop just got a major spec bump
The Framework Laptop 12 now ships with Intel's Core Series 3 chips and other hardware upgrades.
This 1918 EV Had 42 Batteries And More Range Than A 2011 Leaf
A 1918 Detroit Electric Model 75B went under the hammer at Monterey Car Week claiming an original 80 miles of range, against the 73 miles the first Nissan Leaf was rated for. The format died because of the electric starter and a price five times a Model T, not because of range. A 1918 Detroit [] This story continues at The Next Web
Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks
Tanks with defensive tech for shooting down drones are still proving vulnerable.
New BougeRV electric utility cart carries up to 660 pounds so you don
Through its official Amazon storefront, BougeRV is offering the second-ever discount on its new Electric Utility Cart at $869.99 shipped. Its dropping down from its $1,100 full price, which weve previously seen one discount to this same rate earlier in the month before popping back up to its full rate. The deal here cuts $230 off the tag for a shot at the lowest price we have tracked in the short period its been on the market.
OpenAI is rewriting its safety rules after the Hugging Face breach
OpenAI said on Tuesday it is rewriting its Preparedness Framework after concluding that its upcoming Astra model may have reached the critical threshold for cyber capability. Its new token-level monitoring carries roughly 20% compute overhead and is now mandatory for its most capable training runs. OpenAI is rewriting the document it has used to decide [] This story continues at The Next Web
First open your pty, female statues defaced with vulgar remarks
First open your pty female statues defaced with vulgar remarks
I tested GNOME's glassy new look - and it's simply spectacular
GNOME is finally catching up to other desktop environments, thanks to Aura Glass, a fluid, modern desktop inspired by Apple's Liquid Glass.
Things I learned about the rumored HomePod display from macOS beta code
Apple's latest software references watch-like Faces.
As part of Best Buys ongoing 60th Anniversary Sale running through Sunday, you can currently find a bunch of EV deals with up to 60% savings from across multiple brands to gear up and step up your commute. One such option is the 22-mile trekking NIU KQi 100P Foldable Electric Kick Scooter down at $284.09 shipped , which is sold out at the brands direct website , while matching the price at Amazon. While it carries a $429 MSRP, you can usually find it between $319 and $299 these days, with discounts having gone as low as $249 in 2026. The deal here gives you solid savings of up to $145, landing it $35 above the annual low. Head below to see more EVs benefiting from deals during this sale event, or check out all the deals available on the main sale page here .
Spotify's Running Mode is now available on Android
Spotify's Running Mode is now available on Android.
Apple has new in-app transaction commission rates for EU devs
Apple has new in-app transaction commission rates for EU devs.
Study finds X algorithm prioritizes ragebait that disproportionately impacts Democrats
Study finds X algorithm prioritizes ragebait that disproportionately impacts Democrats
China is removing a government version of Microsofts Windows 10 from state agencies, earlier than planned. The Ministry of State Security recently told some state-linked entities to uninstall the customised software, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The instruction stemmed from data security concerns, they said. They did not specify the vulnerabilities involved. [] This story continues at The Next Web
NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows
NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows.
Gmail verification program lets political campaigns escape its spam filter
Gmail verification program lets political campaigns escape its spam filter.
Scrapping your petrol car for An EV pays back In three years
Research published in Science finds that scrapping a petrol car in its first year and replacing it with a battery electric vehicle cuts emissions by 58% over 16 years, with carbon payback in about three years. The benefit does not hold for efficient hybrids, very low-mileage vehicles or the dirtiest electricity grids. Retiring a petrol [] This story continues at The Next Web
Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay footage leaks ahead of official reveal next week
A proper look at Grand Theft Auto VI is officially coming , and in just over a weeks time. Netflix has secured exclusive rights to show the extended look at the new Rockstar crime saga on August 27, but it looks like a clip of the actual gameplay might have leaked today.
Google and the UK will steer planes around contrails over the Atlantic
The UK government and Google are launching a trial to steer aircraft around climate-warming contrails. Google announced Operation Blue Skies on Tuesday. It is the first such effort across an entire ocean airspace. AI forecasts will predict where contrails form over the North Atlantic, and controllers will nudge planes to avoid those patches of sky. [] This story continues at The Next Web
EliseAI is in talks to raise $300mn at a $3.7bn valuation
EliseAI is in talks to raise $300mn at a $3.7bn valuation, according to Business Insider. Katie Roof reported the round on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with it. Andreessen Horowitz and Bessemer Venture Partners are in talks to lead it. The details are not settled. Roof wrote that the numbers could still change. EliseAI, a16z and [] This story continues at The Next Web
Gujarat Plans Watch Towers and Drones to Monitor Lions at Palitana Pilgrimage Site
Gandhinagar, August 18: Gujarats Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia announced on Tuesday that the Forest Department will deploy drones, tracking teams, and new watch towers on the Shatrunjay Hills in Palitana. This initiative aims to monitor the activities of Asiatic lions and enhance the safety of pilgrims visiting this significant Jain pilgrimage site. During ... Read more Gujarat Plans Watch Towers and Drones to Monitor Lions at Palitana Pilgrimage Site
Upgrade your home PC with Windows 11 Pro for $10 (Reg. $199)
TL;DR: Get Microsoft Windows 11 Profor $9.97 (reg. $199) and upgrade your PC with a refreshed interface, better security, and gaming features.
Apple overhauls EU App Store fees to settle its DMA dispute
Apple is overhauling its EU App Store fees to settle a long dispute with the European Commission. The company announced the changes on Tuesday, after what it called close collaboration with the Commission. Developers can sign the new terms today, and they take effect on 1 October. The headline change is the end of the [] This story continues at The Next Web
Here's why you should think twice before storing your electronics in the garage
Moisture and extreme temperatures are the last thing electronics in storage need.
PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12
PlayStation's $220 Pulse Elevate wireless speakers arrive November 12.
LG Reviews Welfare Measures for Veterans, Veer Naris at Rajya Sainik Board Meet
SRINAGAR : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired the 81st meeting of the Jammu and Kashmir Rajya Sainik Board at Lok Bhavan, reviewing welfare measures for veterans, Veer Naris, widows and dependents. The meeting discussed issues related to welfare delivery, grievance redressal, healthcare and institutional strengthening, including the establishment of a ZSWO at Kishtwar []
As part of Best Buys 60th Anniversary Sale , you can currently find some big savings on a wide variety of health, wellness, and personal care products , like the rarely-discounted Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System for straight and wavy hair in a Indigo Rush colorway down at $179.99 shipped . This deal beats out the more typical colorway model we usually see discounted at Amazon by $70, with this Indigo Rush colorway being an extremely rare variant to find discounted. It goes for $280 at full price these days, while its more common colorways often go for as high as $349, which have been discounted as low as $199. That means youre not only getting a $100 markdown here, but also an all-time low price that comes in $19 under any other colorways deals in the past. You can shop the massive lineup of Best Buy 60th Anniversary Sale offers here , or head below for a roundup of the best health and wellness-focused deals during this event.
Grab a spare Bluetooth speaker while this Tribit model is only $21
Tribit PocketGo Portable Bluetooth Speaker Buy for $21 (Reg. $25) What we love Ive said it before, but I have been using a couple of Tribit speakers in my home for years and they have been great. In fact, I have kept one of them outdoors for months (even through winter), and it still operates perfectly.
Recycling bin full? Fix that with Fanttik
Fanttik C8 Nano Electric Scissors Buy for $48 (Reg. $60) What we love Where I live, my recycling gets hauled away once a month. If Im not careful, the bin can fill up far too quickly. This is why I now take the time to physically cut down my boxes, dropping individual strips of cardboard in the bin to save a lot of space. A tool like this can make that job a whole lot easier.
This two-tier electric standing desk with drawers just hit $152 shipped (Reg. $210)
HUANUO 48-inch 2-Tier Electric Standing Desk with Drawers Buy for $152 (Reg. $210) What we love A few years ago, standing desks felt like they all looked pretty much the same. Fast forward to now and there are all sorts of shapes and sizes, with this unit sporting a two-tier style that features drawers throughout.
Add photos to your iMessages with one tap - how to skip that annoying iOS menu
The latest iOS updates have added a ton of unnecessary taps to do simple things like add a photo to a text. But there's an easy trick to get around it.
Peacock is raising subscription prices for the fourth time in as many years
Peacock is raising subscription prices for the fourth time in as many years.
Amazon has this 512GB iPad mini at $450 under the new list price (Renewed Premium)
While we just started to see some deals landing on iPad Air this week , discounts on iPad in general have been somewhere between weak and non-existent as of late. That said, we did just spot Amazon offering a 512GB iPad mini at a giant $450 off the new list price in its top quality Renewed Premium condition.
One of our favorite Bluetooth tracker cards is under $35 with this exclusive deal
KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's an extra 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive code right now.
FLEXISPOT MasterEase Massaging Office Chair Buy for $145 (Reg. $360) What we love Weve had our eye on this office chair for a bit now, and the price keeps dropping. It goes much further than a standard solution too, with a built-in massager alongside an ergonomic design. Theres even a built-in hanger around back.
Nike golf gear from $27: Air Max, Velocity, Roshe, Victory Tour, more (Up to 36% off)
We hit up Nikes official sale page and picked out some of the most notable golf-related markdowns currently listed there. Our top picks range from the Nike Pro Golf Cap, Velocity Dri-FIT Golf Shorts, Roshe G Golf Shoes, and more. Just note that you can also score Alex Vandos Navy Sail polo shirt for $13.50 Prime shipped or this quarter-zip golf shirt for the same price , alongside much more in our apparel guide . With that out of the way, here are todays Nike deals.
Get hotel outlets where you need them with this USB-C travel power strip, now $12
ORICO 5-in-1 USB-C Travel Power Strip Buy for $12 (Reg. $16) What we love While there will certainly be outlets at just about every overnight destination, the positioning of said outlets can be inconvenient sometimes. Thats where travel power strips like this can come in handy. This unit will get AC, Type-C, and USB-A ports right where you want them.
Alex Vando Navy Sail Polo Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $20) What we love We spotted this polo back in late June down at this price, it popped back up shortly after and is now discounted once again. To my eye it has a nice pattern, one that I think is worth grabbing for only $13.50 Prime shipped.
Sony announces official release and pre-order dates for its new PS5/PC wireless speakers
Nearly a year ago now , Sony official unveiled the all-new Pulse Elevate its first wireless gaming speakers for PS5, PC, Mac, and PlayStation Portal. And today it is finally revealing the release date and pre-order launch.
Bee-inspired algorithm helps robot swarms reach consensus
From searching disaster zones and responding to chemical spills to monitoring fragile ecosystems, future robot swarms may have to act in places where direct human control is difficult or dangerous. To operate autonomously, the robots must be able to decide together which problem to address and where to go next. But collective decision-making creates its own vulnerability: Robots improve their decisions by sharing information, yet faulty machines, inaccurate observations or manipulated messages can mislead the entire swarm.
ABC sues the FCC to stop an early review of its TV licenses
ABC accused the Trump Administration of waging a retaliatory campaign because it doesn't like what the network broadcasts.
Segway launches the Ninebot S2 kids self-balancing scooter with $100 pre-order discount to $350
Segway has launched a pre-order deal on its new Ninebot S2 Kids Self-Balancing Scooter at $349.99 shipped . This new kids-focused model will fetch $450 at full price after this initial deal ends on September 7, 2026, with you getting $100 savings in the meantime while setting the bar for any future discounts we may see down the road. Keep in mind that if you want to get the first wave of releases, youll want to place your order before that end date to have it ship out between September 8 and 15, 2026.
We have another giant lineup of Tuesday Apple TV deals today, including titles like Fast & Furious 10-Movie Collection, The Lord of the Rings: Extended Editions Bundle, Pirates Of The Caribbean 5-Movie Collection, The Bourne Ultimate Collection, 6 Spike Lee Joints, X-Files 2-Movie Collection, Alien 6-Film Collection, and more. Joining the ongoing AirPods Pro 3 deal at 25% off and the giant Best Buy 60th Anniversary sale , we are also tracking AirPods Max at $120 off , this 1TB M3 iPad Air at $400 off ($650 under the most comparable M4 price), and AirTag 2 from just $20 . The Apple TV deals await blow.
Google plans to end Pixel production in China by 2027
Google has told suppliers it plans to move all Pixel production out of China from 2027, according to Nikkei Asia. That covers phones, smartwatches and wireless earbuds. Lauly Li reported the plan on 18 August, citing the ongoing tensions between Washington and Beijing. Nikkei named Vietnam and India as the destinations. The date has moved. [] This story continues at The Next Web
New Olive Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 now $40 off at Best Buy, up to $87 off open-box models
Pre-order deals are still flying on the Pixel 11,11 Pro,11 Pro XL, and11 Pro Fold for another couple days, including an extra $150 off select models at Amazon. We also have 20% off all of the official new Pixel series cases from Google , and today we are tracking the first chance to save outside of the Google Store on the new Olive Pixel Buds Pro 2 over at Best Buy.
Pick up the Philips Sonicare 4100 electric toothbrush to upgrade your oral hygiene while down at $35
Philips Sonicare 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Buy for $35 (Orig. $50) Clip the on-page $5 off coupon. What we love Ive been using this toothbrush for years and its been a step up from basic bristle brushes that I never want to go back to. It features a built-in pressure sensor to tell you if youre brushing too hard or not hard enough, as well as a 2-minute timer and Quadpacer tech to ensure each quadrant of your mouth gets proper attention.
Vine reboot Divine is now open to everyone, no invite code required
Divine now has more than 2 million videos from Vine's original archive.
Lectric is offering a limited promotion on its latest XPress2 Long-Range Step-Thru Cruiser e-bike with a FREE $723 bundle including an extra battery for $1,399 shipped . Just keep in mind that this is a backorder deal, with shipping expected around the week of September 28, 2026. This bundle would normally run you $2,122 at full price without the discount, and beats out all the previous bundle deals weve seen since the model released in mid-May. Not only are you getting an extra long-range battery for some seriously bolstered travel range, but also a rear cargo rack and fender set, too. The XPress2 Long-Range High-Step model gets a $306 FREE bundle at $1,399 shipped , with more information on the XPress2s performance and features below.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens and will auto-enrol under-18s
OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens on Tuesday. It is a separate version of the chatbot, and under-18s land in it automatically. Anyone who says they are 13 to 17 gets it by default. So does anyone the companys age-prediction system estimates is under 18. The global rollout began on 18 August, and Engadget reported that [] This story continues at The Next Web
Alina Kukarina on why AI transformation begins before choosing the technology
AI investment has expanded rapidly, with organizations introducing copilots, agents, andgenerative AIacross functions. Yet the business transformation many leaders anticipated can remain difficult to identify. A2026 analysisfound that nearly 40% of companies tracking AIcost savingsachieved less than 10%, while 90% planned toincrease their budgets. Additionally, 38% of finance leaders and 39% of CEOs considered it [] This story continues at The Next Web
LEGO unveils 2,269-piece Batman Returns Batmobile with splitting action + new minifigure cowl design
LEGO is giving DC fans a reason to be excited for the coming month, as it has unveiled the large-scale 76355 Batman Returns Batmobile based on the vehicle from the 1992 Tim Burton movie. It wont be a very long wait before you can get your hands on one and expand your DC-themed collection, so head down below to get a more in-depth look at what you can expect from this 2,269-piece build, complete with collected pictures.
Prime Day pricing returns on Amazon
Today we are tracking a series of discounts across Amazons already affordable Fire HD tablet lineup. Many of the deals mark the first chance score them back down at the Prime Day pricing from late June with prices starting from $70 . You can check out all of the deals right here and even more details down below.
Browsing tools and Ad blockers: A guide to cleaner web experiences
Web pages have become increasingly busy. Alongside the content people actually want to read, many sites now include display advertising, video promotions, pop-ups,cookie banners, sponsored elements, and social widgets. Ad blockers offer a way to reduce some of that clutter directly within a browser. However, they are not all designed in the same way. Some [] This story continues at The Next Web
Why does Wall Street hate Apple now?
Macworld This might surprise anyone whos listened to Tim Cook preach the good word , but by the standards of technology companies Apple is perceived as being mildly anti-AI. And in some ways thats a good thing. In early summer the companys shares enjoyed a $600 billion rally thanks to what Bloomberg described as rising unease about the prospects for heavy spending on AI paying off. All of a sudden investors liked the fact that Apple decided not to spend a fortune on datacenters. Its all about balance. Thanks to a nuanced strategy, Apple was part of the AI conversation without plunging into AI investment as recklessly as rivals such as Microsoft and Google. It has also been relatively unscathed by the technologys legal entanglements and public backlash . However, the stock market is nothing if not capricious, and this month the script has flipped. Once again, investors are feeling bullish about AI spending, with the result that Apple stock is down and Microsoft/Google/Amazon stocks are up. Since closing at a record high on July 28, Apple shares have fallen 10%, Bloomberg reports this week. Apple, the site notes, is one of the 25 worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 Index over the past three weeks. Essentially, whats happened is that Apple has become the antithesis of the market as a whole. In July, the Nasdaq fell, and Apple rallied; in August, the Nasdaq rallied, and Apple fell. This gives an idea of how much of an outlier the Cupertino AI strategy really is. Its notable that the drop has followed Apples Q3 earnings results , which were the highest ever for a June quarter. However, Wall Street is all about whats happening tomorrow, not what happened yesterday. [Apples] correlation to the chip index is the lowest in data going back to 1994 and recently flipped to negative, Bloomberg adds, meaning its moving in the opposite direction of semiconductor stocks. Investor perception of AI is clearly precarious, and its possible that September will see the script flip back again. But that month contains other complications: namely, the expected launch of a raft of important Apple products. And this is where the AI boom (or bubble, depending on your point of view) may hurt Apple beyond the share price. The fact that everyone else has been feverishly building datacenters means memory prices have gone through the roof, and that may necessitate higher-than-expected prices for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra . In fact, the dearest (but very private) wish of incoming Apple CEO John Ternus may be for AI to experience a crashan event which would harm Apple in some ways, but its rivals much more. Or, to use the more business-centric language of Prime Capital portfolio manager Clayton Allison, If we see the AI trade unwind again, as weve already seen this year, Apples lack of correlation will work in its favor by muting downside.
The economics of a voice agent: what a minute of conversation actually costs
Most voice agent pricing starts with a single number: voice agent cost per minute. However, this figure doesnt reveal much about the real cost of running a production system. I discovered this firsthand while building and running a voice agent forenterprise use. When you factor in speech recognition, text-to-speech, model usage, telephony, and infrastructure, a [] This story continues at The Next Web
BGMI LITE Pre-Registration Opens August 25: Everything Indian Gamers Need to Know
BGMI LITE is finally getting a launch window, and it starts sooner than most expected. KRAFTON India announced today that pre-registration for BGMI LITE will open on Google Play on August 25, 2026, with the game itself scheduled to arrive in
PlayStation launches massive Ready, Set, Play PS5 game sale
Just after yesterdays State of Play showcase and alongside Best Buys 60th Anniversary game sale with up to 60% off Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S games, Sony has now launched a massive PlayStation Store sale. The late August Ready, Set, Play Sale is now underway on the PlayStation Store from now through August 26 with up to 75% off a giant collection of titles. There are over 4,600 games, DLC add-ons, and more from Black Myth: Wukong through to Assassins Creed add-ons, Gears of War Reloaded, and much more. Everything is waiting for you right here . PlayStation Ready, Set, Play Sale up to 75% off Best Buys 60th Anniversary game sale up to 60% off FREE money: Amazon now selling Nintendo gift cards at 15% off Kingdom Hearts 4: Release window revealed, new trailer, and a Disney+ anime on the way Zelda Ocarina of Time remake leak roundup: Everything we know so far, release date, price, more [Updated] Land Switch 2 consoles at a discount now before the price jumps up in just over two weeks Super Mario Sunshine now officially available on Switch 2 GameCube library First images of new special edition Zelda Switch 2 console and Pro controller reportedly leak online
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Situational Awareness ran two auctions at once, and one set of bidders never knew
Situational Awareness lost roughly $30bn in July. The desk reported that three weeks ago. What happened inside those six days has not. Gregory Zuckerman, Juliet Chung and Peter Rudegeair have reconstructed it for the Wall Street Journal, and the sequence is stranger than the number. The phone call that gave it away David Mann runs [] This story continues at The Next Web
This Fanttik tape measure packs both a 165-foot laser and physical tape for just $50 (All-time low)
Fanttik A10 Pro 2-in-1 Digital Laser Tape Measure for Distance/Area/Volume Buy for $50 (Reg. $90) Apply 93BDZCDZ during checkout. What we love This model combines a 165-foot laser rangefinder with a 9.8-foot physical tape, giving you two ways to measure without carrying separate tools. The laser is handy for longer distances, while the tape works well for quick, close-up measurements. It fits everything into one compact shell, and it also has USB-C charging for quick top ups using the same cable you probably already carry for other gear.
While you will find AirPods Max 2 down to one of the lowest prices right now at $429 ($120 off), Sonys latest WH-1000XM6 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones are a wonderful option and you can score them for a whole lot less right now Amazon Resale has the black set down at $199 .
Xiaomi and Samsung have raised the prices of their devices again. The Xiaomi Pad 8 is now listed at a starting price of Rs. 38,999 for the base variant featuring 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. Meanwhile, the top-of-the-line 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration is now priced at Rs. 43,999. Separately, tipster Debayan Roy (@Gadgetsdata) claims that the price of the Samsung Galaxy M17 5G has been increased by Rs. 1,000, Rs. 2,000, and Rs. 3,000 for the models featuring 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB of RAM, respectively.
AI-generated bills are reportedly causing problems in the Capitol
According to Politico, the US House Office of Legislative Counsel is swamped with error-riddled AI-generated bills.
A new normal: Miami faces worsening seaweed problem as piles of algae wash up on beaches
Huge $750 discount strikes Samsung
Alongside its ongoing 60th Anniversary sale event and as part of its Samsung flash sale , Best Buy is offering the brands 16-inch Galaxy Book 4 Edge Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC for $699.99 shipped . Thats a straight-up $750 discount on its $1,450 listed price and the lowest price weve tracked for this model to date. It may not be the newest Galaxy Book in Samsungs lineup anymore, but its still a capable and reliable option, especially at this price. Compared to the newer and much pricier models, this one delivers plenty of value if you dont need the latest hardware. Head below for more details, along with other deals available today as part of Best Buys Samsung flash sale.
This 1TB M3 iPad Air is $400 off right now ($650 under the M4 price)
The AirPod Pro 3 deals are flying, AirPods Max 2 is $120 off , and AirTag 2 has returned to its best price ever, but we also wanted to scope out this deep discount on iPad Air at $400 off the original MSRP you can score this M3 at $650 less than the price of the latest M4.
Apple's macOS Tahoe preview may have leaked a ton of unreleased products
Apple's macOS Tahoe 27.6 release candidate has leaked a bajillion new product codenames.
A20 Pro speed and efficiency improvements leaked? Not so fast
Macworld You may have seen several news stories out there referencing this Fixed Focus Digital rumor on Weibo, claiming that it shows the speed and power efficiency improvements of Apples A20 chip coming to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra next month. Its important to note what is going on here, because this is not a leak about A20 improvements; its about the new manufacturing process from TSMC that the A20 is suspected of using. And even then, its not saying what most reports think its saying. Yes, Apple is expected to be the first large-scale customer to use TSMCs new 2nm process that uses a new gate all-around or GAA manufacturing technique. We said as much in our A20 preview earlier this year. The Fixed Focus Digital account on Weibo says the new TSMC process delivers a performance improvement of about 18% and power reduction of about 30%. All that is true (and previously reported) but that does not mean that Apples A20 will be 18% faster or use 30% less power! First, understand that those specs are about a manufacturing process technology and do not apply to every chip made with it. The performance and power efficiency of any processor are the result of many design characteristics, not just the fabrication process. Second, those are individual figures that require context. When TSMC reports that a new process delivers a performance improvement of 18 percent, what they mean is a chip made with this new process can run up to 18 percent faster than the identical chip made with our previous process. And when it says theres a 30 percent reduction in power use, theyre actually saying, the same chip running at the same speed will use 30 percent less power. It is not both 18 percent faster and 30 percent more efficient at the same time , and those figures would only hold up with like-for-like chip designs, anyway. Will the A20 Pro be faster? Definitely! Will it be 18 percent faster? Maybe! But that performance boost will come because of all the design changes Apple is making. Will it be more power efficient? Again, yes, when running at comparable speedsbut when running flat-out, the A20 Pro might use just as much power as the A19 Pro, or even more. Apples A20 Pro is going to have several important design changes, likely with an increased transistor count compared to the A19 Pro. It will feature architectural changes to the cores (CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine) as well as other performance-altering characteristics, such as changes to cache size. But at the end of the day, we just dont know how much faster the A20 is going to be because we dont know what Apples doing with the design. My guess would be CPU performance around 15 percent higher and GPU performance as much as 20-30% higher, because that has been the story for every new A-series chip for years now. Power efficiency will come down to a wide variety of changes to the new phones: RAM type and amount, cooling, display efficiency, wireless radio efficiency, and more.
ChatGPT's stricter teen mode starts rolling out today
OpenAI will attempt to automatically enroll all young users in the new experience.
This 24GB/1TB M5 MacBook Air is $300 off new list price via official Apple refurb today
This morning we are circling back around to the official Apple Certified Refurbished storefront . While there are some more affordable models up for grabs at well below the MSRPs, Apple has re-stocked the 24GB/1TB 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at $300 off the new list price.
Xiaomi bringing Mijia Air Purifier 6 and Compact 4 to India, launch date revealed
Xiaomi bringing Mijia Air Purifier and Compact to India launch date revealed
Exclusive: You Can Finally Buy a Fairphone
More than a decade after launching in Europe, the Netherlands company is now selling its repairable phones in the US, starting with the Fairphone (Gen 6+).
I leaked the iPhone 18 Pro colors. Here
Macworld When it comes to rumors about a new iPhone, some people are interested in specscameras, chips, AI features, etc.but everyone wants to know what new colors it will come in. Now that we know, after my sources revealed to Macworld the likely color options for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup earlier this year, youre probably wondering: Whats the best color option this year? Every year, Apple introduces at least one new iPhone color that becomes a signature for that generation. Last year it was Cosmic Orange , a surprisingly bold choice that helped the iPhone 17 Pro stand out from its predecessors. This year, according to information weve heard from sources, Apple plans to replace the vibrant orange with something a bit more sophisticated. Rumored iPhone 18 Pro colors The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to come in four colors this year. The star will be a new shade of dark red reportedly called Dark Cherry, in addition to more conventional options such as silver and dark gray. And although Apples plans may change, those considering upgrading their iPhone this fall are already thinking about which color to choose. Based on what we know so far, heres a breakdown of the rumored colors for the iPhone 18 Pro, and which one we think will look best. Silver: The safe choice Foundry Every new iPhone needs a classic color that never goes out of style, and silver has been fulfilling that role for years. Silver is expected to be among the color options for the iPhone 18 Pro, and to be honest, its probably one of the best choices for those planning to keep the same phone for years. Fun colors are nice, but you might eventually get tired of them. Silver is timeless, elegant, and it also goes perfectly with other Apple products that arent available in fun colors (such as the MacBook Pro). I chose silver for my iPhone 17 Pro Max last year, and I havent regretted it. Also, rumors suggest that this years iPhone models will feature a silver-toned glass back instead of pure white, giving the rear a more seamless look. Dark Gray: The color for pros Foundry Nothing says pro quite like black or dark gray devices. And although Apple had offered black iPhones for years, that option simply disappeared with last years iPhone 17 Pro. However, according to our report, Apple has considered bringing back a darker color option for this years iPhones. The color would be a Dark Gray rather than pure black, but it would undeniably be a big hit among those who want something more subtle and sleek. The last time Apple made a gray iPhone Pro was the Graphite iPhone 13 Pro, which is one of our favorites of all time. Apple was rumored to be developing a Steel Gray iPhone 17 Pro last year, but that option never made the cut. So, were hoping it makes the cut for the final production this year. Light Blue: For a little whimsy Foundry The rumored light blue color option for the iPhone 18 Pro is certainly one of the biggest surprises. The only time an iPhone Pro model offered a color like this was in 2021 with the Sierra Blue iPhone 13 Pro. Its still one of my favorites to this day. However, our sources say that this years blue finish is much softer than recent blue options such as Pacific Blue or Deep Blue. If youre tired of gray phones but dont want something as distinctive as Cosmic Orange, Light Blue might quietly become the sleeper hit of the lineup. If youre a fan of blue like I am, this option is the one for you. Sierra Blue is one of the most elegant iPhone colors ever made, and if this new Light Blue is anything close, itll be an instant classic. Dark Cherry: The one that screams new iPhone Foundry Just as Cosmic Orange makes the iPhone 17 Pro instantly recognizable, Dark Cherry will do the same for this years iPhone 18 Pro models. Beginning earlier this year, iPhone 18 Pro rumors began pointing to a deep red color as a follow-up to Cosmic Orange. But based on information from Macworld sources, the new color will skew closer to a deep wine, purplish hue than the bright red of sports cars. And that makes a lot of sense for an iPhone Pro. A true red iPhone Pro would have taken the iPhone Pro line in an aggressive direction following Cosmic Orange. Dark Cherry, on the other hand, is a return to the Pro lines sophistication. Its bold enough to feel different, but restrained enough that it still feels unmistakably like a Pro device. Since publishing our original report, weve also seen real-world evidence pointing to this finish, which only reinforces our confidence that Dark Cherry will be the signature color this year. If Apple gets the metallic finish right, Dark Cherry could become one of those colors people immediately associate with a specific iPhone generation, much like Cosmic Orange or Deep Purple before it. Since the iPhone 18 Pro isnt expected to look much different from the current generation, Dark Cherry is the finish to choose if you want an iPhone that looks brand new. Apple knows iPhone colors matter While tech specs are important, there are many customers who also spend a lot of time thinking about which iPhone color they should choose. Thats why Apple invests so much effort into developing signature finishes. A distinctive new color makes an upgrade feel immediately recognizable, even before you notice faster performance or better cameras. This years color lineup feels more restrained than the iPhone 17 Pros, yet its shaping up to be one of the most diverse in years. Instead of leaning on a bold color, Apple appears to be embracing a more mature palette centered around darker, richer tones. For some buyers, Silver or Dark Gray will always be the right choice. Others will appreciate how different Light Blue looks compared to previous Pro iPhones. But if someone asked me today which finish best captures what the iPhone 18 Pro generation is supposed to represent, Id point to Dark Cherry without hesitation. While Cosmic Orange was something of a wild card, Dark Cherry is a signature iPhone Pro color and will surely be its best seller. Of course, color is entirely subjective, and thats exactly why Apple offers multiple options. But if youre the kind of buyer who upgrades every few years and wants your new iPhone to actually look new, Id skip the safe choices this time. Dark Cherry appears to be the finish that best captures this generation, and the one people will remember long after next years iPhone arrives.
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