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Samsung SmartThings finally adds support for joining existing Thread networks

We’re one step closer to a smart home that can manage Thread border routers from different manufacturers. Samsung SmartThings now supports “two-way Thread network unification,” its fancy way of saying Thread credentials sharing. This means that now, if you add a Samsung device that’s a Thread border...

Anker's new Nebula portable projector has removable wireless speakers, all in a smart lunch-pail-like design

Anker's latest Nebula portable projector comes with pop-out speakers.

Homeland Security reassigns ‘hundreds’ of CISA cyber staffers to support Trump’s deportation crackdown

News of the reassignments comes at a time when the U.S. is facing a wave of hacks targeting private industry and the federal government.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max review: Orange you glad the battery is bigger

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro lineup adds a sturdier unibody design, bigger battery, and camera upgrades, trading thinness for power, endurance, and creator appeal.

South Korean government learns it needs a backup the hard way - embarassing fail sees fire destroy over 850TB of data

A fire has brought South Korean government departments to a halt due to having no backups

How to watch Belgium vs North Macedonia for *FREE* — Stream UEFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Here's our quick guide on how to watch Belgium vs North Macedonia for *FREE* in the UEFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers.

Filmmaker Mode on TVs is getting a much-needed update that highlights the problem it had in the first place

The UHD Alliance is going to fix Filmmaker Mode's biggest flaw

Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on MrBeast’s AI fears but admits society will have to adjust

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says AI will empower new creators while forcing society to rethink what’s real online as synthetic content grows.

Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on Mr. Beast’s AI fears, but admits society will have to adjust

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says AI will empower new creators while forcing society to rethink what’s real online as synthetic content grows.

Spyware maker NSO Group confirms acquisition by US investors

NSO Group confirmed to TechCrunch that an unnamed group of American investors has taken “controlling ownership” of the surveillance tech maker.

Musk’s Boring Co. violated environmental regulations nearly 800 times, Nevada alleges

The Boring Co. violated state environmental regulations nearly 800 times, many of which occurred after signing an agreement saying it would comply.

World's largest hard drive on sale drops to its cheapest price ever just after Amazon Prime Day - 30TB Seagate Exos costs only $18.80/TB

Seagate’s massive Exos 30TB offers unmatched value per terabyte right now, but it won't be this price for long.

You can now connect your Spotify account to ChatGPT: Here’s how to do it

You can now connect your Spotify account in ChatGPT and it will perform tasks for you, such as creating personalized playlists.

The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Here’s a guide to all the models—plus Pixel case recommendations and smart software tricks to try.

Prime Day might be over, but Amazon forgot to end these Apple deals - AirPods, iPads, MacBooks, and more from $60

While this year's October Prime Day is over, somehow Amazon still has Apple devices on sale for record-low prices, and I've rounded up today's 10 best deals.

Apple’s executive reshuffling isn’t over

Apple is preparing to shuffle executive positions ahead of former COO Jeff Williams’ retirement this year, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.  Among other changes, Eddy Cue, Apple’s head of services, will reportedly oversee the health and fitness teams that may soon launch a rumored...

This dangerous new botnet is shooting off attacks across the world faster than can be tracked - here's what we know about RondoDox

RondoDox doesn't seem to care if it gets spotted infecting IoT devices.

OpenAI will stop saving most ChatGPT users’ deleted chats

Court ends controversial order forcing OpenAI to save deleted ChatGPT logs.

So much for Ford and GM’s scheme to extend the EV tax credit

Ford and GM are both backing off their effort to continue offering the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit to customers through the end of the year, Reuters is reporting. Last week, it was revealed that the automakers were working with their respective dealer networks on short-term programs that woul...

Edifier’s new wireless speaker looks like a gaming PC

With RGB lighting, exposed electronics, and a full color screen inside a transparent enclosure, Edifier’s latest desktop accessory can easily be mistaken for a decked out gaming PC. In reality, it’s primarily a speaker that can connect to sources over Bluetooth, a USB cable, or an analog audio cable...

You can still get the latest AirPods Max at their Prime Day price

Amazon’s October Prime Day is in the rearview mirror, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait until Black Friday and Cyber Monday to score a deal. Case in point, Apple’s AirPods Max (USB-C) are still available for $429.99 ($120 off), at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, which is their lowest price since...

The silent impersonators: how lookalike domains threaten UK business trust

Lookalike domains are silently scamming UK industries, costing millions and exposing critical security gaps.

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to advise Microsoft and Anthropic 

Former Conservative PM Rishi Sunak served from 2022 to 2024. Britain's Acoba flagged concerns of granting "unfair access" to Anthropic and Microsoft.

I am an SSD expert – here are 5 reasons why choosing a small SSD could cost you later

Why choosing higher capacity drives might be the better option in the long run.

Google Search Could Change Forever in the UK

New regulation from the UK’s competition authority means Google may be forced to make major changes in the way that people use its search engine.

Fractal’s first gaming headset is as refreshingly elegant as its PC cases

Not many gaming headsets have a Scandinavian minimalist aesthetic, which is why Fractal's $199.99 Scape caught my eye. Like many of Fractal's PC cases, this headset looks more sophisticated than you might expect from gaming gear, with clean lines and simplistic color schemes that might blend in bett...

I tried Sora 2 – I love it and it’s about to ruin everything

We go hands-on with the Sora app, featuring Sora 2. It's powerful and can create uncanny generative AI video featuring you, you and your friends, and even you and celebrities who've opted in.

Boring Company cited for almost 800 environmental violations in Las Vegas

Violations include digging without permits and dumping wastewater into storm drains.

How to watch WWE Crown Jewel 2025: live stream Cody Rhodes vs Seth Rollins & more

The WWE Crown Jewel 2025 live stream from Australia sees a star-packed card featuring Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, John Cena and Roman Reigns – here's how to watch.