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Mashable23d ago

Sony’s XM6 headphones are down to a record-low price for Prime Day — save over $80 at Amazon

SAVE $81.99 : As of Oct. 5, the Sony XM6 noise-canceling headphones are on sale for $378 at Amazon. That's down from their list price of $459.99 and the lowest price on record . Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony XM6 $378 at Amazon $459.99 Save $81.99 Get Deal If you've been holding out for a price drop on Sony's premier active noise-canceling cans, now is your chance. The Sony WH-1000XM6 hea…

TechRadar23d ago

This laptop deal is selling fast at Argos — but whatever you do, DON’T buy it

As we approach the end of the year, big sales events will begin cropping up regularly, culminating in Black Friday in November. This week, it's the Amazon Big Deals Days event, and I've just found what might just be the worst laptop deal of the year. That's right, the worst. So why am I writing about it? Well, I think it's worth pointing out 'deals' that are actually a waste of money, and explain…

Engadget23d ago

How far away can a Wi-Fi extender be from your router?

Wi-Fi extenders can help under the right conditions, but you'll need to put them in the right place to see good results. Wi-Fi extenders can help under the right conditions, but you'll need to put them in the right place to see good results.

TechRadar23d ago

The Nintendo Switch 2 might be the only console actually getting cheaper thanks to a new lowest-ever price

This has been the year of console price increases, with everything from the PlayStation 5 to the Xbox Series X getting steadily more expensive. It might seem all doom and gloom, but Nintendo is bucking that trend this Amazon Prime Day with a nifty Switch 2 discount. A range of retailers have the system at 15% off, including Amazon, where it's on sale for £354.99 (was £419.99) , matching its lowest…

TechRadar23d ago

Sony's most premium wireless headphones ever offer an ultra-expansive soundstage, unmatched comfort, and a stellar look that I loved when I reviewed them — and at this record-low price, they're now outstanding value

I've tested more sets of headphones than I can even count during my time here at TechRadar, but Sony's most premium cans ever are true stand-outs. Be it their incredibly expansive sound, stellar look, or capable ANC, these headphones really have it all… but one thing has held me back from recommending them more regularly: their steep asking price. Thanks to an early Amazon Prime Day Big Deal Days…

Engadget23d ago

Google admits some 'complex' Android apps run poorly on Intel Googlebooks

Android app compatibility on Googlebooks may not be as smooth as previously stated. Android app compatibility on Googlebooks may not be as smooth as previously stated.

Mashable23d ago

The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration ETB is close to market price — shop for $159.99 at Amazon

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $159.99 at Amazon . That's close to market price, but does require shoppers to request an invite to buy. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box $159.99 at Amazon Shop Now Amazon’s $89.99 deal on the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite…

TechRadar23d ago

AI giants targeted by scraping bots — ChatGPT and Perplexity enter the most-scraped websites list for the first time

Businesses are tracking AI as consumers shift to AI-powered buying patterns Social media is also a big are for monitoring consumer trends Conventional retail like Walmart and eBay have dropped AI platforms have become synonymous with scraping other sites for information, but it's not every day you hear of AI sites themselves becoming targets. The latest Decodo research has revealed just that, thou…

The Next Web23d ago

Sam Altman says AI money in US politics is clearly not working

During the first episode of Decoded, Politico’s podcast, OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman says the money AI companies are pouring into US politics has failed to improve how people see the technology. “Something’s clearly not working,” he said on the first episode of Politico’s Decoded podcast. People often love using AI tools, Altman said, but they are […] This story continues at The Next…

Engadget23d ago

How long can you expect an Xbox Series X to last?

Strong software support and a repairable design should give Microsoft's console a long lifespan. Strong software support and a repairable design should give Microsoft's console a long lifespan.

TechRadar23d ago

Walmart’s latest sale feels like an early Black Friday preview — here are the 13 best deals on TVs, laptops, tablets, Apple, and more

Walmart has just launched a massive fall sale today that feels like an early preview of the brand's upcoming Black Friday sale. Running until October 11, the 'Deals & More' sale is absolutely worth checking out if you're looking for price cuts on a range of tech. I've been scanning today's sale and found 13 highlights for our readers, including laptops, TVs, phones, and audio, with prices starting…

Mashable23d ago

The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is in stock at Amazon — shop for $99

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is in stock and available for $99 at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle $99 at Amazon Get Deal The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration expansion has triggered a wild price war among third-party sellers. Amazon's price on the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebrat…

Mashable23d ago

Apple’s health age test doesn’t hold back (oof)

In iOS 27.2, Apple’s Health gets a redesign that includes a series of tests to measure your health against your actual age. Bridget Carey walks (and squats) through her Health Age test and offers tips on what to expect. Read more about iOS 27 and its best new features: iOS 27 is officially here. Check out the iPhone 18 Pro's new AI features (and a few surprises) Best iOS 27 tricks to try now…

MIT Technology ReviewTrade23d ago

The Download: AI’s popularity paradox and EmTech Future 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. People really hate AI, so why can’t they get enough? —Will Douglas Heaven Over the summer I talked to the CEO of Springboards, a startup building an LLM designed to come up with a wide variety of responses . He said something that’s been stuck in my head since:…

TechRadar23d ago

The world's tallest wind turbine just got built in Germany

The world's tallest wind turbine has been built in Germany It's designed to catch higher, stronger, more consistent winds An 'inside out' construction process was deployed to build up There's a new milestone to report in the field of wind energy engineering: German company Gicon just completed construction on the tallest wind turbine in history, standing 365 meters (1,198 feet) tall near the town…

The Next Web23d ago

Deliveroo is putting delivery robots on the pavements of five UK towns

Deliveroo has partnered with the American firm Coco Robotics to run four-wheeled pavement robots in five UK locations, starting in Canary Wharf this month, and says most orders will still go to human riders. Milton Keynes, one of the five, has had robot deliveries since April 2018 through Starship, a company founded in Tallinn and […] This story continues at The Next Web

TechRadar23d ago

I test TVs for a living, and this 48-inch LG OLED TV is the ideal pick for gaming if you want to upgrade ahead of GTA 6

Thinking about upgrading your gaming TV in time for GTA 6? While there are tons of great options, you can't really go wrong with LG's OLEDs — and I've found some great deals ahead of Prime Day. If you're in the US, you can pick up the LG B6 48-inch for $699.99 (was $1,199.99) at Best Buy . A perfect-sized TV for bedroom gaming, the B6 is packing everything you need for the best gaming experience.…

Lenny's NewsletterTrade23d ago

How OpenAI uses ChatGPT Sites (live at DevDay!) | Kath Korevec (Product Lead)

Kath Korevec is a member of the Product staff at OpenAI working on Codex, and she spent over a year building and using ChatGPT Sites internally before its public launch. She’s been on the front lines of shipping Plugin Insights, MCP plugin hosting, and the connector ecosystem, which now includes around 60 integrations. Listen or watch on YouTube , Spotify , or Apple Podcasts What you’ll learn: Wha…

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ZDNet23d ago

How I made a paid Mac app in 11 days with Caude – without writing a single line of code

Claude helped me vibe-code a Mac app and pass Apple’s review in less than two weeks. Come with me on my journey from idea to purchasable App Store product.

Fast Company23d ago

AI doesn’t need to be superintelligent to be dangerous

We are in a moment of AI anxiety, plagued with the knotty and draining problems raised by the technology’s ever-growing capabilities. What will we do when AI launches massive cyberattacks that might target a government—or destabilize the global stock market? Do we need a kill switch to ensure that AI systems can’t take over the world, and is building one even possible? Should we come to terms with…

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The Verge23d ago

TCL’s paperlike OLED phone made me more excited for the iPhone Duo

TCL’s P80 Ultra is its first Nxtpaper phone with an OLED screen. | Photo: Dominic Preston / The Verge I've spent most of the last couple weeks using an otherwise unexceptional midrange Android phone with one amazing feature: a matte OLED display. That screen is by far the best thing about the TCL P80 Ultra , and weirdly, it's made me more excited for the iPhone Duo and its matte inner display. 202…

Fast Company23d ago

The $64 billion functional drink boom has found its next target: kids

Mere decades ago, children would quench their thirst with sugary, neon-colored Hi-C, Kool-Aid, and Capri Sun, and in more desperate moments, even the backyard garden hose was sufficient. But recently, there’s been a proliferation of new children-focused beverage innovations from mainstay brands like Kraft Heinz’s Capri Sun and Kool-Aid and Nestlé’s Gerber, as well as startups founded by Jennifer G…

Fast Company23d ago

30 leaders on the legislation shaping their industries

If following a piece of legislation were only as simple, and pleasant, as School House Rock depicts. Proposed legislation or passed laws can change business as usual. Sometimes for the better, sometimes with negative consequences. Often, business leaders must advocate for or against policies that impact their industry, their customers, or how they do business. We asked members of the Fast Company…

Fast Company23d ago

Do the humanities need a rebrand?

As entry-level job opportunities constrict, tuition costs rise, and AI threatens to disrupt the entire world, questions about the value of a liberal arts degree have intensified. I recently spoke with our client, Christa Acampora, dean of the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences at University of Virginia, about the state of higher education. We also talked about the job prospects for lib…

Engadget23d ago

Qalo SL-1 review: A barebones smart band that's priced like a flagship

Qalo's first screenless tracker is too expensive for what it is. Qalo's first screenless tracker is too expensive for what it is.

TechCrunch23d ago

Can Safeworld convince people that gen AI robots won’t hurt them?

Safeworld is building digital humans to make sure robots don't hurt the real ones.

Mashable23d ago

Apple’s 2026 Mac desktop lineup tested: We break down all four options

PCMag's Joe Osborne and CNET’s Josh Goldman break down Apple's latest Mac desktop lineup in this Lab Report. From the base Mac mini M6 with its huge performance gains and upgraded Apple Intelligence to the workstation-class M5 Pro mini and Mac Studio options with M5 Max and M5 Ultra, we analyze whether the recent price hikes are justified for creators, power users, and everyday Mac fans, and…

TechmemeTrade23d ago

Billionaires Index: tech billionaires account for all of the $845B in wealth gains so far in 2026; those whose fortunes came from outside tech lost $62B total (Kristine Owram/Bloomberg)

Kristine Owram / Bloomberg : Billionaires Index: tech billionaires account for all of the $845B in wealth gains so far in 2026; those whose fortunes came from outside tech lost $62B total — AI brings a staggering new peak in wealth - and signs we just passed it. … The boom in AI valuations has created unprecedented wealth …

TechmemeTrade23d ago

Q&A with Sam Altman on President Trump, the midterms, AI extinction risk, Xi Jinping's state visit, self-policing vs. regulation, and Greg Brockman's donations (Vanity Fair)

Vanity Fair : Q&A with Sam Altman on President Trump, the midterms, AI extinction risk, Xi Jinping's state visit, self-policing vs. regulation, and Greg Brockman's donations — In an exclusive video interview, the OpenAI CEO discusses Donald Trump, the midterms, the real risk of extinction …

TechRadar23d ago

Deliveroo's first robot deliveries will hit the UK this month

Deliveroo says its first robot deliveries will start soon in London Canary Wharf will get its first four-wheeled robot deliveries this month Four other UK cities will follow "in the coming weeks and months" Your next Deliveroo order could arrive courtesy of a four-wheeled robot rather than a human rider — with the delivery giant revealing that its first robot deliveries are starting soon in five l…

TechmemeTrade23d ago

Q&A with Sam Altman on his kids, his rivalries, pronatalism, "prepping" for the apocalypse, new products, the IPO delay, Luca Guadagnino's Artificial, and more (Vanity Fair)

Vanity Fair : Q&A with Sam Altman on his kids, his rivalries, pronatalism, “prepping” for the apocalypse, new products, the IPO delay, Luca Guadagnino's Artificial, and more — In an exclusive video interview, the OpenAI CEO discusses ChatGPT and suicide prevention, safety breaches …

TechRadar23d ago

Huge early Prime Day savings on Sony headphones live now

Amazon's October Prime Day — officially named the Prime Day Big Deals, if you want to call it that — isn't here for another day. Someone forgot to tell Sony, though, because the company's already discounted a range of its headphones. • Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale The highlight here is a $30 discount on the WH-CH730N — they're now just $148, (was $179) — this being a highlight because tho…

TechRadar23d ago

I've found the 35 top deals in the Best Buy Techtober sale — save up to 50% on LG, Sony, Ninja, Breville, Dell, HP, and more

A big week of sales begins this week and Best Buy is getting in early with its huge Techtober event, which promises savings of up to 50% on TVs, appliances, laptops, headphones, and much more. I've dove into the sale to uncover all the best deals, sharing the 35 top offers that I'd recommend right here. • Browse the full Best Buy Techtober sale As is always the case with a Best Buy sale, there are…

Mashable23d ago

Rare Apple deal: The iPad mini is $100 off at Amazon ahead of Prime Day

SAVE $100: As of Oct. 5, the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $499 at Amazon. That's $100 off its full price of $599. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $499 at Amazon $599 Save $100 Get Deal Before its Prime Big Deal Days sale starts tomorrow, Amazon's been sneaking in some early deals for shoppers to check out. This includes a variety of dis…

The Next Web23d ago

Huawei and Qualcomm sign patent deal covering 5G, AI and networking

Huawei and Qualcomm have agreed to a multi-year patent licensing deal covering 5G, AI, computing and networking, and announced the agreement today. “This agreement not only demonstrates the value of Huawei’s innovations, but also recognizes Qualcomm’s foundational contributions to modern communication technologies,” said Alan Fan, Huawei’s Chief Intellectual Property Officer. Under the deal, each…

InfoQTrade23d ago

Presentation: Building Reusable Evaluation Frameworks for Agentic AI Products

<img src="https://res.infoq.com/presentations/elastic-ai-agent-evaluations/en/mediumimage/susan-chang-medium-1790846586191.jpeg"/><p>Susan Chang explains how Elastic transitioned from siloed, ad-hoc AI agent evaluations to a unified, production-grade framework. She discusses balancing LLM-as-a-judge with deterministic rules, bridging Python data science evals with TypeScript production code, and i…

TechRadar23d ago

Here's how to check if your AT&T iPhone 18 Pro Max is eligible for a free replacement

Apple has confirmed that a "small number" of iPhone 18 Pro Max users are experiencing an unfixable bug Affected users will have to replace their phone Any currently unaffected iPhone 18 Pro Max users on AT&T should download a pair of updates to ensure their phones don't break Most bugs can be fixed by software updates, but right now, some iPhone 18 Pro Max users are facing a glitch that requires a…

Fast Company23d ago

Wendy’s is facing more store closures: See an updated list of shuttered locations from franchise bankruptcy

Fast food giant Wendy’s faced a fresh wave of permanent store closures on Friday for the second weekend in a row as one of its biggest franchisees scrambled to restructure operations in the aftermath of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. According to a court docket filed late Friday, five additional restaurants owned by the Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group were slated to be abruptly shuttere…

TechRadar23d ago

Lanterns season 1 ending explained: what happens to John Stewart and Hal Jordan?

Full spoilers immediately follow for Lanterns ' season 1 finale. Lanterns episode 8 is out now on HBO Max . And, after weeks of engrossing storytelling and a surprising amount of meme-able content, it's brought the increasingly popular show's debut season to an end. As the dust settles on Lanterns ' season 1 finale, I suspect you want answers to your most burning questions. It's a good job, then,…

TechRadar23d ago

How mid-market companies can capitalize on their AI advantage

AI adoption has moved beyond theory into the mainstream and mid-market companies are in a prime position to capitalize on the many benefits. Typically, these mid-market companies are more nimble than their enterprise counterparts, which means that when it comes to technical transformation, they can act quickly, initiate change and deploy AI in targeted ways to solve a real need in the business . R…

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