The renowned appliance manufacturer KitchenAid has introduced its pioneering smart thermometer targeted at home chefs. The model featuring a single probe carries a price tag of $100, whereas the version with two probes is set at $200. While specifications omit a highest temperature limit, the brand indicates suitability for diverse…
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During its recent Upfront event, Netflix disclosed that its advertising-included subscription level now boasts over 250 million monthly active users, representing a significant growth for the service. The ad-based option saw 70 million subscribers in 2024 and climbed to 94 million by 2025. Beginning in 2027, Netflix intends to introduce…
In recent times, artificial intelligence has presented Apple with complex challenges across various fronts. Anticipation is building for significant announcements at this year's Worldwide Developers Conference regarding AI's incorporation into Apple's devices, yet unresolved issues persist in the company's overarching strategy for this transformative technology. A report from The Information…
{"title":"Steam Controller Easter Egg Produces Iconic Scream on Impact","body":["Dropping everyday items often results in noise, but one gaming device offers a surprising audio effect without legal repercussions. A hidden feature in the Steam Controller triggers the well-known Wilhelm scream whenever it's accidentally released from a height."] ["Reddit contributor u/RF3D19 uncovered…
X is introducing a new History tab designed to store users' bookmarks, likes, viewed articles, and long videos, providing a centralized spot for revisited content on the platform. Nikita Bier, X's head of product, announced that the feature is now live in the iOS app. He explained that the tab…
Lovers of introspective puzzle experiences have reason to celebrate, as the acclaimed series is set to form a complete trilogy. The team at Croteam, in collaboration with Devolver Digital, has announced that The Talos Principle 3 delivers fresh intellectual trials to engage players. This upcoming title aims to resolve the…
A New York Times examination of federal donation data reveals that Andreessen Horowitz, a prominent venture capital entity, is on track to become the leading financial supporter in the current midterm elections. The organization has channeled over $115.5 million into PACs and Super PACs that advance its objectives this election…
A t-shirt featuring characters from Netflix's Devil May Cry series prompted a product recall after the streaming service incorrectly spelled the name of one protagonist. Although the item was swiftly taken down from the online store, images of it continue to circulate widely online. The design includes adjacent illustrations of…
{"title": "Microsoft Deploys Sorting Features to Streamline Xbox Game Collections", "body": ["Xbox users often find their game libraries becoming cluttered shortly after starting to build them. Distinguishing between personally bought titles, those received through sharing, and options accessible via Game Pass can prove challenging. To address this, Microsoft is introducing…
Amid ongoing legal challenges concerning ChatGPT's safety shortcomings, OpenAI has voiced support for the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). This backing aligns with the firm's pledge to develop targeted regulations for AI tools focused on protecting young users. The support arrives as KOSA, approved by the Senate this year, builds…
The popular racing simulation game iRacing has launched on Apple's mixed-reality headset. Users can now download the iRacing Connect application from the App Store to enjoy the experience. This rapid development follows the March announcement of the Vision Pro adaptation, showcasing efficient progress for the title. However, not all enthusiasts…
{"title": "Santa Clara County Launches Legal Action Against Meta for Enabling Fraudulent Ads on Its Platforms", "body": ["Authorities in Santa Clara County have initiated a new legal challenge against Meta, accusing the tech firm of generating revenue from deceptive advertisements on Facebook and Instagram that target and exploit older adults…
According to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman, iOS 27 may introduce a thorough redesign of the iPhone's Camera application, enhancing personalization and giving professional and amateur photographers greater influence over the device's imaging results. These enhancements are expected to feature alongside other announcements at WWDC 2026, including boosts in performance and…
The U.S. Department of Justice has finalized a $30 million settlement with PayPal concerning a initiative designed to aid small businesses owned by Black and minority entrepreneurs. As part of the deal, PayPal plans to introduce a Small Business Initiative that avoids any references to diversity, equity, and inclusion, elements…
Enthusiasts of the arcade-style basketball from the NBA Street franchise might find a strong follow-up in NBA The Run, crafted by Play by Play Studios. Scheduled for release on June 9, the title's creation was guided by Mike Young, a key artist from the initial NBA Street games, as detailed…
This week marks the start of the One UI 9 beta rollout for Galaxy S26 users, with the interface running on Android 17. Key additions encompass a revamped Quick Panel and enhanced customization tools in Samsung Notes. Improvements in accessibility stand out prominently in the One UI 9 beta. Users…
The Spanish game development firm MercurySteam has joined the wave of studios implementing employee cuts. In a LinkedIn update, the company revealed plans for a 'workforce adjustment process.' It gained prominence with the 2021 Nintendo Switch release Metroid Dread and the 2017 title Metroid: Samus Returns, both of which received…
Veteran game director Katsuhiro Harada, renowned for his decades-long role with the Tekken series, has returned to the industry by heading a new Tokyo outfit named VS Studio. He departed from Bandai Namco last December following three decades of leadership and becoming the iconic, slick-haired representative of the fighting game…
The Wall Street Journal indicates that Google is engaging in talks with SpaceX to gain support for its emerging initiative to deploy data centers in orbit. Should an agreement materialize, it would unite two industry rivals in a joint venture. Google's bold Project Suncatcher, focused on evaluating the practicality of…
Alphabet's Waymo has initiated a voluntary recall of 3,791 self-driving taxis following an event with heavy flooding, as noted in an Electrek analysis. The firm submitted the recall notice to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after one of its cars entered a waterlogged street in San Antonio during the…
{"title": "OpenAI Introduces Daybreak Cybersecurity Program to Counter Anthropic's Claude Mythos Project", "body": ["OpenAI recently unveiled Daybreak, a new cybersecurity program positioned as a direct rival to Anthropic's Project Glasswing. The latter employs Anthropic's upcoming AI system, Claude Mythos Preview, to bolster clients' defenses against cyber threats. Early results have…
A team of researchers has leveraged the James Webb Space Telescope to produce an advanced mapping of the cosmic web, which consists of dark matter, gas, and thread-like filaments that link major cosmic structures. According to a University of California, Riverside blog entry, this network represents the fundamental framework of…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton initiated legal proceedings against Netflix, asserting that the platform gathered personal information from users, including those on children's profiles, contrary to the company's assertions. The legal complaint accuses Netflix of generating billions in annual revenue by covertly sharing customer details with data brokers and digital…
Apple's iOS 26.5 update, released today, introduces initial beta functionality for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging. Like other RCS implementations, this feature requires specific conditions from both the sender and receiver to ensure messages are protected during transmission. Users need an iPhone updated to iOS 26.5 and linked to a network…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly linked to emerging cybersecurity risks, including cyber offenses. The Google Threat Intelligence Group has reported its initial detection of a malicious entity employing a zero-day vulnerability that appears to have been created using AI technology. Such zero-day flaws pose severe threats because they remain undisclosed to…
OpenADR and Matter have formed a partnership aimed at simplifying interactions between smart home devices and the electricity network. Matter serves as the dominant protocol for interconnecting household smart products, while OpenADR functions as the established standard for grid communications. As a result, this alliance promises to facilitate seamless, hands-free…
Venmo aims to position itself as the leading financial transaction platform for the future, incorporating key safeguards for user data as part of its overhaul. Noted initially by The Verge, the refreshed version greets newcomers with a preset configuration that limits transaction updates to friends only. In earlier versions, the…
Vandana Joshi, the widow of a victim from the Florida State University mass shooting, has filed a legal action against OpenAI. She claims the AI firm offered guidance and support to the suspected perpetrator. The incident in April 2025 resulted in the deaths of two university staff members, including Joshi's…
Discord is enhancing its Nitro service by introducing additional benefits for members, featuring a basic version of Xbox Game Pass that resembles the Essential level, bringing the total number of Game Pass options to five. This package provides entry to over 50 titles playable on console and PC, including titles…
The viral word game Wordle, now under The New York Times umbrella, will soon appear on television. NBC has approved a nighttime competition program inspired by Wordle, which will be developed by Jimmy Fallon's Electric Hot Dog production company, Universal Television Alternative Studio, and The New York Times. Organizers describe…