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More ads are coming to Netflix, despite 250 million users already paying to watch stuff with ads

Netflix's ad-supported tier now reaches 250 million monthly active viewers. If you're on the cheaper plan, the way you experience ads on Netflix is about to change in some pretty significant ways.
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The Steam Controller will scream if you drop it, and I don’t know how to feel about it

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Microsoft brings tab intelligence to Edge browser, and I dearly wish Apple would add it to Safari

EV batteries just need some AI top-up nudge, and they get a big 23% life boost, finds research

Qualcomm leak suggests we have entered the ludicrous era of pricey phones

New Backrooms trailer proves it might finally be the horror movie that gets creepypasta right

Samsung phones will block those nasty push notifications brimmning with adware

Apple’s 2028 iPhone display sounds impossible, but Samsung and LG are scrambling to build it

I played like a rat in Arc Raiders, and the loot was disgustingly good

I’m not sold on Googlebook’s future, but it sure has two big wins I can’t ignore

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Assassin’s Creed Hexe leak predicts the return of a legendary hero and I can’t wait for it

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At $4,499, the Sony A7R VI undercuts the A1 II by $2,000, and still matches it at 30fps

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Instagram’s new Instants tool is a brazen copycat of Snapchat and BeReal, but at least it keeps things real

Instagram launched Instants globally, a disappearing photo feature that borrows heavily from Snapchat and BeReal while pushing users toward more authentic, unedited sharing.
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I’m still not sold on a disc-less Xbox, but Project Helix feels inevitable now

Leaks tied to Xbox Project Helix suggest Microsoft may launch its next-gen console without a disc drive, alongside a possible Disc2Digital program.
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Alexa for Shopping is a chatty new AI assistant with some cool tricks to make you spend at Amazon

After years of using Alexa to answer questions, control smart homes, play music, and handle everyday tasks, Amazon has found a more obvious job for it. Alexa is becoming your personal shopper, meant to help you find what you need faster and get it into your cart with fewer second thoughts. Amazon is rolling out […]
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Meta says WhatsApp is now the safest app to chat… with an AI

WhatsApp now has a private incognito mode for Meta AI chats, where messages disappear and even Meta cannot read your conversations with the assistant.
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The Portable Chargers We’d Actually Buy This Spring

Discover the best portable charger spring deals in 2026 featuring the INIU Pocket Rocket P50, Anker Nano, UGREEN Nexode, Belkin BoostCharge, Baseus Blade, and more. Find compact fast-charging power banks for travel, work, and everyday use.
Paul Bettany in WandaVision.

Disney+ just confirmed the VisionQuest release date, finally moving the WandaVision trilogy toward its conclusion

Disney+ has finally set the VisionQuest premiere date, with Paul Bettany, Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Hiddleston unveiling the first teaser at Disney's Upfront presentation.
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This see-through smart ring translates sign language and almost works like magic

Researchers in South Korea have developed a ring-based sign language translator that works wirelessly and can recognize ASL and ISL words with roughly 88% accuracy.
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Samsung’s next Galaxy Z foldables will give you plenty of AI love with Gemini Intelligence

Samsung’s next foldables could debut Gemini Intelligence, giving the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 a more capable AI assistant that handles linked tasks across apps from a single request.
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Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide could break your heart with “modest” cameras

Samsung's rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide may not offer top-tier cameras, with leaked specs pointing to a 50MP main shooter.
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Google will let some Chromebooks transition into a Googlebook experience soon

Google says some Chromebooks will transition into the new Googlebook experience, but it hasn’t named eligible models yet. Current ChromeOS support continues, making the next upgrade decision less urgent but more complicated.
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Amazon says it isn’t making another phone, after burning itself with the Fire Phone

Amazon’s devices chief says the company is not chasing a conventional smartphone, even as reports point to a mobile AI device inspired by Alexa.
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X gets a History tab where you can relive all the cursed stuff saved over the years

X is rolling out a new History tab on iOS that consolidates Bookmarks, long videos, Articles, and Likes into a single location, giving users a dedicated place to revisit saved content.
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Instagram’s teen crackdown moves from DMs to feeds

Instagram’s new supervision tools will show parents which topics shape teen recommendations, moving Meta’s safety push beyond private messages and deeper into the feed that keeps young users scrolling.
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Googlebook laptops will come in multiple chip options beyond just Intel, and that’s a relief

Google confirmed Googlebook laptops will support chips from Intel, Qualcomm, and MediaTek. That means real hardware variety from day one, and a lot more flexibility for buyers across different needs and budgets.
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iOS 27 will put Siri in the Dynamic Island, but it’s the feature upgrades that excite me more

Apple plans to redesign Siri in iOS 27, and the most talked-about change is its new home in the Dynamic Island. The visual refresh is notable, but the feature upgrades underneath it are what will actually move the needly.
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Google’s AirDrop-style feature is coming to more Androids, but your older Galaxy probably didn’t make the list

Google’s AirDrop support is already live on Pixel and Galaxy S26 phones, with older Samsung flagships and select OnePlus, Oppo, and Honor models coming later.
Thunderbolt launches Steam Machine-style Cube-shaped AMD AI Workstation Mini PC

Can’t wait for the Steam Machine? This AMD cube is here for a modest $4,000

Thunderobot’s new cube-shaped AI Mini Workstation packs AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB RAM, liquid cooling, and Steam Machine energy for nearly $4,000.
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Xperia 1 VIII is Sony’s latest camera nerd phone, but I’m wary of all the AI tuning

Sony’s brand-new Xperia 1 VIII brings a larger telephoto sensor, Alpha-inspired camera tools, AI-assisted shooting suggestions, and premium pricing that keeps it firmly niche.
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Spotify now wants you to relive your entire music personality arc

Spotify’s new feature looks back at your music history, from your first song and all-time favorite artist to a 120-track playlist of the songs you played the most.
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The Android Show 2026: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebook, Android 17 updates, and everything else

Google announced Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks, Android 17 updates, and a redesigned Android Auto at The Android Show: I/O Edition 2026. Missed the event? Here’s everything that landed.
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Google is redefining the cursor for computers, and it’s AI-charged future looks ridiculous

Google is giving the mouse pointer a Gemini-powered upgrade on Googlebook, allowing users to point, speak, and get help across the desktop without writing detailed prompts.
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Apple iPhone’s Camera app could finally stop treating everyone like a beginner

Apple is reportedly redesigning the iPhone Camera app with customizable control widgets, advanced photo options, grid tools, and a Siri mode for Visual Intelligence.
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Prime Video just dropped the most disappointing news about Henry Cavill’s live-action Voltron movie

Amazon confirmed Henry Cavill's live-action Voltron movie will skip theaters and premiere on Prime Video, disappointing fans who expected a big-screen release.
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Samsung’s One UI 8.5 made checking free storage harder because apparently math is a feature now

One UI 8.5 no longer shows available storage clearly inside Device Care, leaving Galaxy users to calculate remaining space or rely on clunky workarounds.
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Android’s new Pause Point feature puts a 10-second speed bump between you and mindless scrolling

Google is bringing a new Pause Point feature to Android in a bid to help users cut down on mindless scrolling.
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Google just announced a new kind of laptop, and it puts Gemini everywhere

Google has officially unveiled Googlebooks, a new category of laptops built around its Gemini AI assistant. Devices from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo are expected this fall, though pricing and full hardware details have not yet been disclosed.

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