Some folks already caught a sci-fi-level glimpse of it on Thursday, when a blazing meteor put a hole in a Georgia house. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/look-up-on-friday-night-and-you-just-might-see-the-bootids-meteor-shower/#ftag=CADf328eec
Sure, you could pay to watch my favorite film of all time on HBO Max or Amazon Prime Video -- or you can watch it for free tonight. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/my-favorite-movie-is-spicy-and-mesmerizing-and-you-can-stream-it-for-free-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can snag the Google Pixel 9 and two full years of unlimited Mint Mobile service for only $719 with this time-limited sale.
https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/android-phones/pixel-9-two-years-of-unlimited-service-mint-mobile
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A British-built manufacturing satellite successfully launched into orbit on its first test mission. Cardiff-based startup Space Forge launched the probe — called ForgeStar-1 — aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base i
Switzerland pours more of its venture capital into deep tech than any other country, according to new data. The Swiss Deep Tech Report 2025 found that 60% of all Swiss venture funding between 2019 and 2025 went to deep tech — far surpassing any other n
Google's multi-vector retrieval algorithm (MUVERA) speeds up search, is highly efficient and improves accuracy
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/googles-new-muvera-algorithm-improves-search/550070/
Keep your fridge fresh and prevent unwanted bacteria by following these five simple steps. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/cleaning-hacks-to-keep-your-fridge-fresh-and-tidy-this-summer/#ftag=CADf328eec
Is three meals a day is the best for a healthy lifestyle? We consulted with a dietician to find out. Here's what we learned. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/do-you-need-to-eat-three-meals-a-day-we-asked-an-expert-dietician/#ftag=CADf328eec
A last-minute rule change lets European iPhone owners download apps from rival stores and developer websites, while introducing new fees that Apple hopes will satisfy regulators in Brussels. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/facing-billions-in-dma-fines-apple-lets-eu-iphone-users-install-apps-outside-the-app-store/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you're looking for the creeping dread of vintage horror movies, give this Ti West gem a try. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-pitch-perfect-80s-horror-throwback-hits-all-the-right-notes-and-its-free-on-tubi/#ftag=CADf328eec
You still have a month and change to get in on this settlement. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/did-you-know-about-the-gamestop-facebook-settlement-heres-how-to-file-a-claim/#ftag=CADf328eec
Some folks already caught a sci-fi movie-level glimpse of it on Thursday, when a blazing meteor put a hole in a Georgia house. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/f-you-look-up-friday-night-you-just-might-see-the-bootids-meteor-shower/#ftag=CADf328eec
Foxconn and Nvidia may soon deploy humanoid robots in Houston to build AI servers.
Let's take a look at two of the most affordable handheld gaming PCs: The ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Ally.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/asus-rog-xbox-ally-vs-rog-ally
Steam's Summer Sale is here, and these are my favorite 15 deals to splash the cash on so far.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/steam-summer-sale-2025-best-deals
Best Buy plans to run its own alternative Prime Day deal savings event in July.
https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/best-buy-anti-prime-day-sale
Windows 11 version 25H2 is coming this fall, and will share the same servicing and platform release as version 24H2, meaning it will be a breeze to install.
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As software engineers we are often confronted with the decision of whether to code something ourselves or to add an existing library that does it for us.
Whether we like it or not – we are adding dependencies sooner or later. And it's arguably good practice to check a new dependency beforehand: Is it maintained? By whom? How many issues does it have and how many of those are bugs? Are they being fixed? What's on the roadmap? What's the release frequency and how often do APIs break?
One o
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Do you remember your first phone? We asked T-Mobile's head of marketing this and more at an event in Bellevue, where the company also announced the commercial launch date for T-Satellite, its Starlink-based satellite connectivity service (July 23). https://www.cnet.com/videos/t-mobile-announces-t-satellite-rapid-fire-q-a-with-t-mobile-exec/#ftag=CADf328eec
Sega's superspeedster is getting some genuinely awesome cards in a limited drop next month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/someone-help-me-i-also-need-these-sonic-the-hedgehog-magic-the-gathering-cards/#ftag=CADf328eec
The revamped Sapphire Reserve now includes numerous annual credits, new rewards, a larger welcome offer and a higher fee. None of which make the card worth it to me. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/the-chase-sapphire-reserve-launches-new-250-apple-perk-im-not-falling-for-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
This is an amazingly cheap way to get caught up before the new game launches in September. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/steam-summer-sale-snag-4-major-borderlands-games-for-under-25-before-borderlands-4/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't miss the latest on Hulu, Netflix and other streaming services. Here's what you should binge this weekend. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-to-stream-on-tv-this-weekend-the-bear-my-mom-jayne-squid-game-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints -- and the answer -- for today's Wordle for June 28, No. 1,470. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-june-28-1470/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints -- and answers -- for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 482 for June 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-28-482/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints -- and the answers -- for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 278, for June 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-june-28-278/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 28, #748. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-28-748/#ftag=CADf328eec
Didn't want to see that plot twist? Marvel and Netflix were the first to try out Threads' new spoiler-blocking feature. https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/a-new-threads-feature-saves-you-from-seeing-and-posting-spoilers-heres-how-it-works/#ftag=CADf328eec
Peep Show is an iconic British sitcom that’s been my top streaming recommendation for a long time now.
JCB’s rugged Android phones bring big batteries, tough specs, and niche tools, but pricing and fierce competition could limit broader appeal.
Claimed images of iPhone 17 screen protectors show a change in the camera on the Dynamic Island that could come with the iPhone 17 Air.
Save up to $200 on the Motorola Razr Plus and Razr Ultra, the official phone of Love Island USA season 7
After four decades of terrifying users, the most infamous Windows error screen gets a reboot.
https://www.laptopmag.com/software/microsoft-kills-blue-screen-of-death
Amazon Prime Day kicks off on July 8, but I'm already seeing massive discounts on Windows laptops, including Copilot+ PCs, at various major retailers.
President Donald Trump said the US is ending trade talks with Canada, effective immediately, over a tax on digital services that will impact American tech companies. He also pledged to announce further tariffs on Canada within the next week, adding in a Truth Social post that "they will be paying to do business with
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Justice for Tiny Chef.
A now-viral clip of the stop-motion animated star of The Tiny Chef Show getting laid off directly by the execs at “Mickelflodeon” has tugged at the heartstrings of the internet.
In a ">YouTube short posted earlier this week, now with 365,000 views, the tiny green chef (Cheffy, as he’s known to friends) is minding his business, dusting his room, when he gets a call deliverin
YouTube rolls out experimental AI features to improve video discovery, including a search carousel and conversational assistant.
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/youtube-tests-ai-features-to-improve-search-discove
Keeping the kids entertained while school is out for the summer is easier when Alexa can help you do it -- and these commands are the key. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/83-alexa-commands-to-learn-history-tell-jokes-read-books-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec
These quick tricks can help you get better reception almost instantly. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/say-goodbye-to-awful-cell-signal-with-these-10-simple-fixes/#ftag=CADf328eec
If your kitchen gear is looking rough, it could be doing more harm than good. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/still-using-that-cracked-spatula-these-7-kitchen-tools-need-to-go/#ftag=CADf328eec
My girlfriend bounced off of this trading card game the first time around, but the universal appeal of Eevee is a powerful tool. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/pokemon-tcg-pockets-eevee-grove-expansion-has-convinced-my-partner-to-play/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new updates for iPadOS 26 pushes the device closer to a Macbook, and Scott Stein has been hoping for this day for years. https://www.cnet.com/videos/ipados-26-almost-turns-your-ipad-into-a-mac/#ftag=CADf328eec
A new Pew Research Center survey says about a third of US adults have used the OpenAI language model. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpt-use-is-rising-but-a-surprising-number-of-americans-still-havent-heard-of-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
Legitimate AI tools are being hijacked by hackers.
The leaked designs for Samsung's 2025 smartwatches have divided opinion, but I think they have aesthetic appeal.
Three Mile Island closed in 2019 due to economic reasons after first having a meltdown in 1979 – Microsoft is now reviving it.
Huawei bets on influencers to drive 10GbE and FTTR expansion across China.
We break down what you’re actually getting for your $15 per month Humble Choice subscription, and how it compares to services like Game Pass.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/is-humble-bundle-worth-it-after-price-change
Let’s talk about why the Switch 2's significantly low response time matters and what it means for the Switch 2’s future.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-display-slow
Anker is behind the eufyMake E1 3D texture printer campaign on Kickstarter which has raised over $45 million—the most of any Kickstarter campaign ever.
689 Brother printer models, along with some from a handful of other manufacturers, are vulnerable to a critical security vulnerability. The printer's default password is determined algorithmically at manufacturing and is reverse-engineerable, and is unfixable via firmware updates.
https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/cyber-security/689-different-brothe
Amazon Prime Day is around the corner, but there are plenty of great deals to be found before the July 8 to 11 event. Right now you can pick up the
Amazon Prime Day 2025 will be here soon on July 8-11, but as to be expected, you can already find some decent sales available now. Amazon always has lead-up sales in the days and weeks before Prime Day, and it’s wise to shop early if you’re on the hunt for something specific and you see that item at a good discount. Prime Day deals are typically reserved for subscribers, but there are always a few that anyone ca
The US Supreme Court has upheld a Texas law that could have broad implications for online free speech. The court ruled 6-3 in affirming Texas law HB 1181, which requires web
When we say that NordVPN is a good VPN that's not quite great, it's important to put that in perspective. Building a good VPN is hard, as evidenced by all the shovelware VPNs flooding the market. NordVPN may not be perfect, but it's easily top-five caliber and excels in certain use cases.
First, the bad: NordVPN's apps could all stand to und
We know what you’re thinking: there just isn’t enough AI around right now. Luckily for you, Donald Trump emphatically agrees. According to a new report from Reuters, his administration is assembling a number of executive actions that would significantly increase the energy supply used for expanding artificial intelligence.
The New York Times ran a lengthy interview this morning between columnist Ross Douthat and venture capitalist and PayPal founder Peter Thiel. There's a reason it was published in the opinion section.
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Dating app Bumble continues to lose its footing. After subpar earnings, sluggish user growth, and internal stagnation, the company has laid off 30% of its staff. Meanwhile, its dating app competitor Grindr is soaring.
Among dating apps, Match Group’s properties—mostly Hinge
The final season of Netflix's global phenomenon is here. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/squid-game-is-back-heres-how-to-watch-season-3-on-netflix/#ftag=CADf328eec
Built around a beautiful 16-inch OLED screen, the latest Swift Go 16 improves on its predecessors without significant price inflation. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/acer-swift-go-16-2025-review-affordable-oled-laptop-without-massive-compromises/#ftag=CADf328eec
Different cultures have their own ways of getting better sleep. Here are some of the best sleep hacks that we've seen from different parts of the world. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/sleep-hacks-how-people-get-a-good-nights-rest-around-the-world/#ftag=CADf328eec
Matty Healy and the band's performance is set to be The 1975's only live performance this year. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-1975-at-glastonbury-2024-livestream-their-headline-festival-set-from-anywhere-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec
Washing things by hand is no fun, but you can ruin some things by putting them in a dishwasher. https://www.cnet.com/news/dont-put-these-11-things-in-your-dishwasher/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can see James Gunn's film a couple of days in advance if you have an Amazon Prime membership. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/theres-still-time-to-grab-superman-early-screening-tickets-if-you-have-prime/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how inflation, high interest rates and market uncertainty are impacting housing affordability this summer. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rate-predictions-will-military-conflict-tariffs-and-the-fed-keep-rates-high/#ftag=CADf328eec
The FTC has extended the deadline to file a claim for compensation from unintended in-game Fortnite purchases. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/its-not-too-late-to-claim-a-part-of-fortnites-245-million-settlement-learn-how-to-file/#ftag=CADf328eec
Follow these tips to upgrade your sleep routine, ready for a better night's rest. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/these-6-simple-steps-could-improve-your-sleep-routine/#ftag=CADf328eec
A Menlo Ventures report finds 91% of AI users have a default artificial intelligence assistant they turn to for their AI tasks. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/these-are-the-chatbots-were-using-most-and-how-were-using-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
Xiaomi's new electric SUV deliberately undercuts the Model Y on price –and the tech giants says it's sold more than 2,000 YU7s within three minutes of launch.
Low Life is a new series coming to Hulu and Disney+ that promises "an unhinged treasure hunt" set in the 70s.
Entra ID vulnerability is putting thousands of SaaS apps at risk, and the worst part is detection and prevention are impossible.
A more affordable alternative to the WH-1000XM6 may be incoming
Workers are unlocking new skills by using AI, but certain employees are more likely to use it than others.
Trump Mobile has changed the messaging about its T1 Phone being 'Made in the U.S.A.' on its website and marketing materials.
https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/trump-mobile-not-made-in-usa
The Poco F7 presents a more compelling option than the F7 Pro; it’s cheaper, offers similar performance, and has a much bigger battery.
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