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Threads adds new dedicated feed for fediverse content

Meta’s Threads is deepening its integration with the fediverse, a collection of decentralized social media platforms that includes

28d | Engadget
This 1-800 number will generate ChatGPT images, if for some reason you need that

The discourse around artificial intelligence has all been about pursuing the bleeding edge, pushing the tech into the future as fast as possible. So maybe it should be refreshing that OpenAI's latest announcement feels almost quaintly analog. Starting today, users can tap into the company's image generation by texting 1-800-ChatGPT on WhatsApp.

The

28d | Engadget
Waymo expands service area around San Francisco and Los Angeles

Waymo is expanding its service area in two major metropolitan parts of California, according to a report by TechCrunch. The company is bringing its robotaxis to several new cities and neighborhoods around Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Beginning today, riders along the San Francisco Peninsula in cities like Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Br

28d | Engadget
TikTok's on the Clock -- Again. Here's What to Know if a Sale Doesn't Go Through

TikTok's sale deadline is approaching once more, so will the app finally be sold or will President Trump just keep extending the deadline every few weeks? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tiktoks-on-the-clock-again-heres-what-to-know-if-a-sale-doesnt-go-through/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
In Pixar's Toy Story 5, the Big New Villain Is a Tablet

Woody, Buzz and Jessie will go up against Bonnie's new learning tablet in Toy Story 5 when it hits theaters in a year. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/in-pixars-toy-story-5-the-big-new-villain-is-a-tablet/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
I Used AI to Shop for Anime Merch in Tokyo video

Commentary: The Akihabara shopping district has some great finds. I used my phone's AI features to explore and price check on the go. https://www.cnet.com/videos/i-used-ai-to-shop-for-anime-merch-in-tokyo/#ftag=CADf328eec

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DJ Furby Elongates the Classic Toy With a Literal Glow Up

With a resemblance to the "long Furby" fan trend, the DJ Furby brings new ways to play with the talkative creature. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/dj-furby-elongates-the-classic-toy-with-a-literal-glow-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 This Xbox game emotionally wrecked me in less than four hours... I'm going to go hug my cat now

Copycat is a beloved narrative-adventure indie game that has now released on Xbox and PlayStation, and it broke my heart in a few short hours. It's great.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/copycat-xbox-review

 Poll: Has YouTube taken its war on ad blockers too far?

YouTube is on a war against ad blockers, but has the video platform gone too far? Let us know in our latest poll.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/poll-has-youtube-taken-its-war-on-ad-blockers-too-far

 'No aggressive monetization' — Nexus Mods' new ownership responds to worried members

Nexus Mods has been purchased by Chosen, and the new owners have answered a bunch of questions regarding the site's future. I'm optimistic, but anything can happen.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/no-aggressive-monetization-nexus-mods-new-ownership-responds-to-worried-members

 Top 5 desktop PC case features that I can’t live without — and neither should you

PC cases come in all shapes and sizes, and they range in price from ultra-budget slabs of metal and plastic to high-end works. Here's what you should prioritize.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/crucial-pc-case-features-i-cant-live-without

Get this Ring doorbell with solar charger for a whopping 47% off
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5 missing Windows 11 features that PC users are begging for
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This $20 retractable USB-C charger is a must-have in every car
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 Speedy MSI 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD hits 5 cents per gigabyte – lowest price since Cyber Monday

Games keep getting bigger, so a 1TB SSD won't go very far. So pick up this 2TB TLC drive for just $105? That's not much more than the typical price of a good 1TB drive.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ssds/speedy-msi-2tb-pcie-4-0-ssd-hits-5-cents-per-gigabyte-lowest-price-since-cyber-monday

How to Keep Up With New CSS Features

How do you stay informed of new CSS features when the language evolves quickly and information is spread all around the web? Sacha Greif has some tips from his work running an annual survey focused on new CSS features.


How to Keep Up With New CSS Features originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the

28d | CSS tricks
Paper Social Security Checks Are Going Away Soon: What to Know

An executive order from President Trump will eliminate paper checks for all federal payments. Here's when it will start. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/paper-social-security-checks-are-going-away-soon-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
What Exercise Burns the Most Calories? We Ranked Them

We considered exercises like strength training and cardio to determine which burns the most calories, so you can get the most out of your workout. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/what-exercise-burns-the-most-calories/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
Adobe's New AI Mobile App Lets You Use 6 New AI Models, Including Google's Veo 3

You can give the new Firefly AI app a whirl for free, but you'll need to pay up to use the latest models from Google, Ideogram, Pika, Luma and Runway. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/adobes-new-ai-mobile-app-lets-you-use-6-new-ai-models-including-googles-veo-3/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
OpenAI and Microsoft Reportedly May Be Calling It Quits

Microsoft's AI assistant depends on Open AI, so a breakup could affect Microsoft users who depend on the AI integration. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-and-microsoft-reportedly-may-be-calling-it-quits/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
Stop Waking Up So Often to Pee in the Middle of The Night. Use These 5 Tips, Instead

No one wants to miss out on precious sleep in order to use the bathroom (especially multiple times) at night. To prevent this from happening, here are five habits to consider. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/stop-waking-up-so-often-to-pee-in-the-middle-of-the-night/#ftag=CADf328eec

28d | cnet.com
 Europol doesn't only want an encryption backdoor, but also your metadata

Europol’s 2025 Internet Organized Crime Threat Assessment (IOCTA) indicates E2EE apps as an obstacle to investigations and calls for better rules on metadata collection and tracking.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/europol-doesnt-only-want-an-encryption-backdoor-but-also-your-metadata

 NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, June 18 (game #472)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-18-june-2025

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, June 18 (game #738)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-18-june-2025

 iPadOS 26 looks so powerful that I can’t see the point in buying a Galaxy tablet anymore

With iPadOS 26 on the way, it seems that Apple may have finally stepped up its tablet multitasking to a level that competes with Samsung – which could be a real problem for Apple’s historic rival.

https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ipad/ipados-26-looks-so-powerful-that-i-cant-see-the-point-in-buying-a-galaxy-tablet-anymore

 Snap & Grab mixes camp thievery with Hitman-like shenanigans, and it's coming to Xbox Game Pass in 2026

Snap & Grab is a game where you need to be gay and do crimes. It's rough around the edges, but seems promising based on what I played at Summer Game Fest 2025.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/snap-and-grab-hands-on-summer-game-fest-2025

 Microsoft expands its Sovereign Cloud as Europe demands greater data control

Microsoft expanded its Sovereign Cloud offerings as European governments, including Denmark, moved to increase control over sensitive data.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-expands-its-sovereign-cloud-as-europe-demands-greater-data-control

 Hands-on with Plugable's first Thunderbolt 5 dock — the new best value for power users?

Plugable launched its first Thunderbolt 5 dock, and I got my hands on a sample to see what it's all about. Here's what I think after a few hours with the dock.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/hands-on-plugable-tbt-udt3-thunderbolt-5-dock

 I love Linux, so when Windows 10 reaches end of life you might be surprised when I don't tell you to run to it with open arms

As someone who has been using Linux for years and who actively appreciates it, I'm here to urge a little caution over switching when Windows 10 goes away.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-10/i-love-linux-but-it-might-not-be-for-you

Mammotion adds a robotic pool cleaner to its product line
28d | pcworld.com
Small changes, big impact: Why you should choose a sustainable laptop
28d | pcworld.com
Obnoxious GPU prices are pushing PC gamers to the cloud, study claims
28d | pcworld.com
‘No AMD!’ We asked Micro Center shoppers what’s inside their PCs
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This ultra-fast $40 AA/AAA battery charger is my favorite gift to give techies
28d | pcworld.com
Windows 11’s emergency June update causes even more bugs and chaos
28d | pcworld.com
HP’s AI-ready 2-in-1 laptop with long battery life is 35% off right now
28d | pcworld.com
What version of Windows is on your PC? Here’s how to find out
28d | pcworld.com
Update your Asus PC right now! A critical flaw can let hackers take over
28d | pcworld.com
 Intel Foundry layoffs could impact 'more than 10,000' factory workers — one fifth of employees affected by 'enormous cutback'

Intel plans to cut 15%-20 % of its global fab network workforce — between 8,170 and 10,890 employees — to reduce costs, but this risks operational agility and potentially jeopardizes federal and state funding.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-factory-layoffs-could-impact-more-than-10-000-factory-workers-one-fifth-of-employees-affected-by

 The Alienware 16 Area-51 has a secret code — AI failed to help me solve it, but maybe you can

The Alienware 16 Area-51 gaming laptop has a secret code inscribed on the inside, written in a custom alien language. I tried to use Google Gemini and ChatGPT to solve it, but they didn't help, and in some cases Gemini hallucinated wildly.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/i-tried-to-crack-alienwares-secret-code-with-ai-gemini-thought-it-wa