
The final round of Social Security payments for the month of June is on the way. Here's when to expect it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-june-2025-the-last-payment-of-the-month-is-headed-out/#ftag=CADf328eec

Avoid endlessly searching for that address or phone number you need with this trick. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-hidden-trick-can-help-keep-your-iphones-notes-app-organized/#ftag=CADf328eec

Looking to make the most of your iPhone before iOS 26 arrives in the fall? This is where I started. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-changed-just-10-essential-ios-18-5-settings-and-transformed-how-i-use-my-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec

Aqara's mini security system offers excellent value and surprising advantages for the right spot, plus a host of smart features. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/aqara-protect-kit-y100-review-i-tested-the-tiniest-security-system-for-personal-spaces/#ftag=CADf328eec

Plan your blockbuster movie night with these excellent flicks. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/peacock-best-movies-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Even if your shiny new phone gets great 5G service, you're not guaranteed a 5G home internet service. What gives? https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/i-get-5g-on-my-phone-but-why-cant-i-get-5g-home-internet/#ftag=CADf328eec

Developed by two privacy researchers, Psylo introduces a one-of-a-kind isolated tab system powered by a proxy network.

I've used every iPhone and I can promise you don't need to wait for the iPhone 17 to get a phone you'll love for years. Here are iPhone and Android alternatives I recommend buying now.

Global mobile industry cut emissions 8% despite a data surge, but GSMA warns faster action is needed to meet net zero by 2050.

According to a new leak, the iPhone 17 color range will be boosted by either purple or green.

Razer has dropped the Phantom Green Collection, a reimagining of some of its best PC gaming accessories with sleek, translucent green designs that I love.
https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/razer-phantom-green-collection-hands-on

I played Directive 8020 and spoke to the game director at Summer Game Fest 2025. This cinematic sci-fi horror is Alien meets The Thing, with two huge changes.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/directive-8020-hands-on-summer-game-fest-2025

PowerGPU founder Jese Martinez discovered that his Gigabyte GPU is leaking its thermal gel after switching it out on his personal system.

Microsoft is planning on removing unwanted/legacy drivers from its Windows update catalog to boost the security of its Windows user base. The first phase of this cleanup will encompass older legacy drivers that already have newer replacements in Microsoft's database.
https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-aims-to-remove-legacy-drivers-from-w

Nvidia has secured all available capacity at Wistron’s new facility in the Southern Taiwan Science Park, with confirmed orders extending through 2026.

XDC has unveiled a microLED-based optical system that transmits data at one million frames per second through free space using a high-speed display and camera pair.

Summer is finally here — at least for those of us north of the equator — and you might be planning to spend more time outdoors. Thanks to a swathe of great handheld devices, it's never been easier to play some fantastic indie games wherever you might be, so you can soak up the sun while unlocking achievements.
There are a bunch of intriguing new indies you can check out right now, as well as a significant update for a certain thirst-inducing roguelite that's still in early access. I've

There are a few undeniable truths in this world: the sky is blue, Mario Kart is always a good idea and Sony's 1000X line of headphones is amazing. The latter was proved true once again when Sony released the

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Earlier this year I led our migration off AWS to European cloud (Hetzner + OVHcloud), driven by cost (we cut 90%) and data sovereignty (GDPR + CLOUD Act concerns).
We rebuilt key AWS features ourselves using Terraform for VPS provisioning, and Ansible for everything from hardening (auditd, ufw, SSH policies) to rolling deployments (with Cloudflare integration). Our Prometheus + Alertmanager + Blackbox setup monitors infra, apps, and SSL expiry, with ISO 27001-aligned alerts. Loki + Grafana


Do you receive login security codes for your online accounts via text message? These are the six- or seven-digit numbers sent via SMS that you need to enter along with your password when trying to access your bank accounts, health records, online photos, and more. This type of security is known as multifactor authentication (MFA) and is designed to keep your account secure even if someone knows your password. Without the additional security code, bad actors can’t gain access to your data. Or

We were supposed to be finished with files by now.
For years, tech companies (well, certain tech companies) tooted their horns about a future in which files didn’t matter. You don’t even need a file manager of any sort, they told us—and, in fact, we won’t even let you see the file system on your devices at all. Just tap-a-tap-tap, don’t worry, be happy. Right?
Yeah—not so much. Here in the year o’ 2025, files absolutely still matter. Whether you

Ultralehké temné fotony by byly slibnými kandidáty na temnou hmotu, pokud by je v modelech neshazovala tendence shlukovat se do exotických kosmických strun. Řešením by mohlo být odsunutí tvorby temných fotonů do pozdějšího období historie vesmíru, kdy už kosmické struny nejsou nevyhnutelné. http://www.osel.cz/14124-pomoc-temnym-fotonum-jak-se-zbavit-prokleti-kosmickych-strun.html

You should always hide your phone screen when you're not using it. Here's why. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/stop-putting-your-phone-face-up-on-the-table/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple may soon be switching up its launch schedule. Here's when you can expect to get your hands on the new iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/when-will-the-iphone-17-be-released-were-following-all-the-rumors-and-leaks/#ftag=CADf328eec

Finnish startup IXI is working on glasses that track where you’re looking and focus the lenses to suit –tech that could put an end to the frustrations of bifocal lenses.

One of my favourite features of the Pixel experience, even since the early days, is Google’s At a Glance widget. And it's about to get even better.
The post Google’s At A Glance is getting an AI upgrade – here’s why it matters appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/google-at-a-glance-ai-upgrade-why-it-matt

TL;DR: Microsoft’s best-selling dia

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The past week's biggest tech news from Trump Mobile, Oakley, Meta, Amazon, and more.
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Parents want to block their children from age-inappropriate sites -- not from using the Google Chrome browser entirely. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/microsofts-family-safety-feature-is-blocking-chrome-heres-the-workaround/#ftag=CADf328eec

In the US and Europe, confidence in artificial intelligence is far lower. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/china-and-developing-nations-trust-ai-the-most-un-survey-finds/#ftag=CADf328eec

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple may skip "iPhone 19" altogether and deliver a 20th-anniversary handset whose display curves over all four edges, erasing traditional bezels. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-20-rumors-point-to-all-glass-waterfall-screen-and-anniversary-inspired-name/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-saturday-june-21/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google’s Search Live turns simple queries into voice chats, complete with philosophical tangents.

Xbox and Meta have partnered to create an Xbox branded Meta Quest VR headset, rumored to cost approximately $399 and to shadow drop on June 24. Images of the headset have appeared on social media.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/meta-quest-3s-xbox-edition-leaked-images

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The race to dominate AI infrastructure has left Europe trailing the US — but the continent still has a shot at global leadership in AI apps. That was the verdict of Dutch tech leaders at the Assembly, the invite-only policy track of TNW Conference in Amsterdam.

Parents want to block their children from age-inappropriate sites -- not from using the Google Chrome browser entirely. https://www.cnet.com/tech/microsofts-family-safety-feature-is-blocking-chrome-heres-the-workaround/#ftag=CADf328eec

Tuxedo’s InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen10 is sleek and fast - but likely out of reach for many Linux users.

MiniMax’s Hailuo 02 is turning the internet into a feline Olympics.

Four years after the release of Halo Infinite's campaign, it's finally getting a story sequel with a new novel titled Halo: Edge of Dawn.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/halo-infinite-is-getting-a-sequel-but-its-not-what-you-think

New York City's Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) have settled on new minimum-wage rules for rideshare drivers, Bloomberg reports. Drivers will receive a five percent raise under the new proposal, a compromise to keep Uber and Lyft from locking drivers out of their app
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Astroworld is back in the news, and social media has some thoughts.
In November 2021, a deadly crowd surge at Travis Scott’s Astroworld music festival claimed the lives of 10 people. The then-annual event, held in the rapper’s hometown of Houston, became one of the worst concert tragedies in U.S. history. Now it’s the subject of the new Netflix documentary Trainwr

Summer is here! Use these settings to save you money while you beat the heat. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/top-5-tips-to-get-your-smart-thermostat-to-beat-the-summer-heat/#ftag=CADf328eec

Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup, a children's cough syrup, was recalled because of microbial contamination and loss of shelf-stability. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/this-kids-cough-syrup-was-recalled-these-are-symptoms-it-can-cause/#ftag=CADf328eec

Let the scary movie marathon commence. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/11-great-horror-movies-to-watch-on-prime-video-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

The average payout could drop to $1,580 per month after 2034 -- a 19% drop from the current average retirement payout. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/the-social-security-is-set-to-dry-up-even-sooner-thats-why-im-not-relying-on-it-for-retirement/#ftag=CADf328eec

I can't wait to see it for the umpteenth time. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/sinners-will-stream-on-max-in-july-heres-when-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints -- and answers -- for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 475 for June 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-21-475/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,463 for June 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-june-21-1463/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 21, #741. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-june-21-741/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 271, for Saturday, June 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-june-21-271/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's possible that Social Security numbers may have been compromised. It's unclear how many people may have been affected. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/cybercriminals-breach-aflac-private-customer-data-could-be-at-risk/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't miss the latest on Max, 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-gilded-age-a-minecraft-movie-the-waterfront-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can now create 5-second AI videos with Midjourney's new video generator for $10 per month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/midjourney-released-an-ai-video-generator-how-you-can-get-started/#ftag=CADf328eec

An act passed by Congress means DJI drones could be banned in December 2025, unless a US national security agency conducts a review in time.

ChatGPT leads global AI traffic referrals - except in China, where DeepSeek dominates by leveraging local regulations and language tools.

TP-Link’s EAP772-Outdoor is built for extreme environments, but its water-immersion feature raises more questions than practical use.

There are plenty of accessories for the Switch 2, but Belkin's two cases offer simplicity and utility in a build that protects the console near and far.

Shop early Prime Day gaming laptop deals and take your gameplay to new heights.
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Best Dell laptop deals in June 2025, including laptops for gaming, work, and studying, such as the Dell XPS and Dell Alienware.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/best-dell-laptop-deals-june-2025