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Piggyback's fantastic Metroid Prime art book is nearly 20 percent off

• Gadgets Entertainment Gaming Piggyback’s fantastic Metroid Prime art book is nearly 20 percent off Finally, a tome worthy of Samus and her otherworldly escapades. • Finally, a to

Google I/O 2026 Will Kick Off May 19

• Google I/O 2026 will run May 19‑20 at Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View. • Google revealed dates outright, skipping last year’s puzzle-based announcement for fans. • Expect A

14 of the Best Peacock Shows to Stream Now

• Peacock’s ad‑supported plan costs $11/month or $110/year, with a bundle option including Apple TV. • The Traitors blends reality, deception, and challenges, hosted by Alan Cummin

Google announces dates for I/O 2026

• Tech AI News Google announces dates for I/O 2026 This year’s event will feature Google’s ’latest AI breakthroughs’ and updates across its products. • This year’s event will featu

Password managers' promise that they can't see your vaults isn't always true

• Over the past 15 years, password managers have grown from a niche security tool used by the technology savvy into an indispensable security tool for the masses, with anestimated9

Texas AG sues TP-Link over purported connection to China

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Apple MacBook Rumors: New M5 MacBook Pros Could Arrive March 4

• If the rumor mill is to be believed, 2026 will feature an unusually large harvest of Apple products. • This is shaping up to be a standout year for MacBooks, and we might be only

Now Pixel 9 phones can transfer files with AirDrop, too

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Google Pixel 10A Rumors: Wednesday Reveal, New Colors, Preorders

• While last year’s Pixel 9A went on sale in April, the latest in Google’s cheaper A series will launch on Wednesday.

Apple is reportedly planning to launch AI-powered glasses, a pendant, and AirPods

• Tech AI Gadgets Apple is reportedly planning to launch AI-powered glasses, a pendant, and AirPods The three devices could come with cameras and connect to the iPhone, allowing Si

Stephen Colbert says CBS forbid interview of Democrat because of FCC threat

• Colbert says CBS barred interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico over FCC equal‑time rule threat. • Network lawyers warned he couldn’t feature Talarico or discuss the ban on

Google Sued by Former NPR Host Over NotebookLM AI Voice

• ai atlas Tech Services & Software AI Google Sued by Former NPR Host Over NotebookLM AI Voice A lawsuit by radio host David Greene alleges that Google used his voice to train its

Pinterest Lets Your Control How Much AI Slop You See. Here's How to Tone It Down

• ai atlas Tech Services & Software AI Pinterest Lets Your Control How Much AI Slop You See. • Here’s How to Tone It Down Pinterest is giving some settings for you to control AI sl

Most VMware users still 'actively reducing their VMware footprint,' survey finds

• 302 IT leaders surveyed; 88% still feel Broadcom’s VMware acquisition is disruptive. • Price hikes top concern: 89% cite increased costs, 14% report double, 12% 50‑99% rise. • Un

WordPress' new AI assistant will let users edit their sites with prompts

• Tech AI News WordPress’ new AI assistant will let users edit their sites with prompts The opt-in AI assistant can generate images, edit and translate text, and reorganize WordPr

What happens to a car when the company behind its software goes under?

• Software‑defined cars depend on cloud servers; a company’s collapse can leave vehicles dead. • Modern apps unlock doors, pre‑condition cabins, and even control headlights remotel

Netflix is adapting the board game Ticket to Ride

• Netflix expands into board game adaptations, acquiring rights to Asmodee’s Ticket to Ride. • First on-screen adaptation will be a feature film by Ben Mekler and Chris Amick. • Al

Computers Powered by Light Could Help AI's Energy Problem

• ai atlas Tech Computers Powered by Light Could Help AI’s Energy Problem A prototype that uses an ‘infinity mirror’ has been built by Penn State researchers. • A research project

Anthropic Says Its Newest AI Model Is Getting Pretty Good at Using a Computer

• ai atlas Tech Services & Software AI Anthropic Says Its Newest AI Model Is Getting Pretty Good at Using a Computer Claude Sonnet 4.6, released Tuesday, can apparently fill out mu

Save up to 81 percent on ExpressVPN two-year plans right now

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'High Potential' Season 2: When Is the Next Episode Coming?

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RAM shortage hits Valve's four-year-old Steam Deck, now available 'intermittently'

• Earlier this month, Valveannouncedit was delaying the release of its new Steam Machine desktop and Steam Frame VR headset due to memory and storage shortages that have been casca

WordPress adds an AI assistant

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Want to Cook Directly on Your Countertop? The Hidden Induction Stove Is Coming

• Home Kitchen & Household Want to Cook Directly on Your Countertop? • The Hidden Induction Stove Is Coming We saw a first-of-its-kind countertop with built-in induction burners at

This backup camera cleaner hides behind your license plate

• Gadgets Tech Transportation This backup camera cleaner hides behind your license plate The Lens Lizard is an aftermarket upgrade kit that keeps your car’s backup camera clean an

Netflix is streaming its first MMA fight on May 16

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There's a lot of big talk about sovereign launch-who is doing something about it?

• No one will supplant American and Chinese dominance in the space launch arena anytime soon, but several longtime US allies now see sovereign access to space as a national securit

Get Rid of a Cold Within Days With These Vitamins and Supplements

• Elderberry supplements may shorten flu and cold duration with antiviral properties. • Zinc taken orally right after symptoms begin can reduce cold length. • Over-the-counter vita

The first full trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu is here

• Trailer released, 2+ minutes, showcasing Mandalorian and Grogu in a fresh adventure. • Set after Disney+ series, Empire collapsed, New Republic assigns them a critical mission. •

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and The Witcher 3 are coming to Game Pass

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Alienware's fast 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is 23 percent off

• Gadgets Gaming PC Gaming Alienware’s fast 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is 23 percent off Also, several Switch games are discounted (some to just $30), and Criterion’s collectio

Here's the fun, action-packed trailer for Mandolorian and Grogu

• At long last, we have the official full trailer forThe Mandalorian and Grogu, a feature film spinoff from Disney’s megahit Star Wars seriesTheMandalorian. • Grogu (fka ‘Baby Yoda

I 3D Printed My Own Dyson Attachments (and They Actually Work)

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Ford is focusing on efficiency to make its 2027 $30,000 EV pickup affordable

• The electric car transition isn’t going great for America’s domestic automakers, but it’s far from over. • Ford may haveended production of the full-size F-150 Lightning pickup t

Ford is fighting against physics to build affordable EVs

• Transportation Report Cars Ford is fighting against physics to build affordable EVs The automaker’s EV skunkworks team is using ‘bounties’ to guide engineering decisions that tr

EU launches probe into xAI over sexualized images

• Europe’s privacy watchdog has opened a ’large-scale’ inquiry into Elon Musk’s X over AI-generated non-consensual sexual imagery, in the latest sign of how regulators are scrutini

Your next laptop could be a foldable phone

• Podcasts Streaming Tech Your next laptop could be a foldable phone On The Vergecast: purse computers, Olympic drones, and AI flip phones. • On The Vergecast: purse computers, Oly

Snapchat is rolling out creator subscriptions

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EU investigates Shein's 'addictive design' and illegal sex dolls

• Policy Business News EU investigates Shein’s ‘addictive design’ and illegal sex dolls The DSA investigation comes after French regulators found listings for ‘child-like sex doll

Nintendo's Virtual Boy app is now available to download

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Amazon's Fire TV redesign is rolling out today

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Looks a lot like an electric station wagon: the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland

• When you think about what makes a perfect single-car garage-occupied solely by a vehicle that can do it all-you probably think of some crossover or SUV like the Toyota RAV4 or BM

These Superfoods Will Keep Your Vision Sharp as You Age

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Toyota fills out its skimpy EV lineup with the bZ Woodland SUV

• Transportation News Cars Toyota fills out its skimpy EV lineup with the bZ Woodland SUV The automaker’s off-road crossover SUV joins the recently revamped Highlander EV. • The au

99% of adults over 40 have shoulder 'abnormalities' on an MRI, study finds

• Up to a third of people worldwide have shoulder pain; it’s one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints. • But medical imaging might not reveal the problem-in fact, it could

Peak Design has wearable gadget straps for people who hate bags

• Tech Gadgets News Peak Design has wearable gadget straps for people who hate bags You can clip your phone, keys, earbuds, and other essentials to the Crossbody Multi-Strap using

Elevation Lab's AirTag 10-year extended battery case is only $16 right now

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The 512GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card is 33 percent off

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How to Convert Any Recipe for the Air Fryer in Minutes

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My Galaxy A17 Review: Samsung's $200 Phone Does It All... Slowly

• Pros - Big and bright screen - Good photos for the price - Six years of software and security support Cons - Multitasking can be rough - Noticeably sluggish Samsung’s $200 Galaxy

AI Is Taking Over Social Media, but Only 44% of People Are Confident They Can Spot It, CNET Finds

• ai atlas Tech Services & Software AI AI Is Taking Over Social Media, but Only 44% of People Are Confident They Can Spot It, CNET Finds Half of social media users said they want b

Laurie Spiegel on the difference between algorithmic music and 'AI'

• In 1986, electronic music pioneer Laurie Spiegel created Music Mouse, a way for those with a Mac, Atari, or Amiga computer to dabble in algorithmic music creation. • Music Mouse

The Best Electric Kettles of 2026: Budget, Gooseneck, Stylish and Speedy

• If your traditional stovetop kettle just isn’t cutting it anymore and you’re looking to boil water for tea, coffee or even instant noodles faster, with more accurate temperature

10 Kitchen Tools Nutrition Experts Recommend for Sticking With Your Healthy Eating Goals

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Who needs a laptop when you have a folding phone?

• Tech Gadgets Mobile Who needs a laptop when you have a folding phone? • You may not like it, but big phone and tiny keyboard is what peak performance looks like. • If you buy som

KBIS 2026: We're Live at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show

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Nothing to Launch the Phone 4A on March 5, With Hints at a Possible Pink Design

• Tech Mobile Phones Nothing to Launch the Phone 4A on March 5, With Hints at a Possible Pink Design Nothing promises the Phone 4A will have a ‘bold new experimentation of color.’

EU launches second investigation into Grok's nonconsensual image generation

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How Much Can a New Fridge Actually Save You? The Surprising Truth About Energy

• We did the math: Here’s how much a new fridge model can save you over one that’s a decade old.

Samsung is slopping AI ads all over its social channels

• Tech AI News Samsung is slopping AI ads all over its social channels Its AI disclosures are inconsistent at best. • Its AI disclosures are inconsistent at best. • Link Share Gift