Right-clicking the system tray network icon in the latest Windows 11 preview will soon launch a browser-based speed test. This addition aims to replace the need for third-party websites by providing a native shortcut for checking Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular connection performance directly from the taskbar.
Millions of devices running the defunct streaming app Popcorn Time faced a quiet threat: a dormant updater capable of turning them into a massive, malicious botnet. Researchers at Eye Security discovered the vulnerability in the 'Time4Popcorn' fork, prompting an unusual intervention to neutralize the risk globally.
Windows users navigating lengthy documents and sprawling webpages will soon move at a sharper clip. Marcus Ash, the company’s head of design, confirmed that an accelerated scrolling feature is heading to Windows PCs, aiming to minimize the friction of manual input when traversing high-density digital content.
Amazon is shifting the strategy for its Luna cloud gaming platform, pivoting toward a library centered on party games. Starting today, Prime members gain access to a curated selection of over 50 titles, a move designed to emphasize social play and interactive entertainment rather than traditional solo experiences.
Amazon Prime subscribers can now access Star Wars: Galactic Racer through the Luna cloud gaming platform at no additional cost. This addition brings the high-speed title to a broader audience, allowing players to dive into the campaign without needing to purchase the game individually on console or PC platforms.
When SpaceX throttled Starshield terminals in Ukraine last week, the resulting interference with defensive interceptors led to a lethal breakdown in protection against Russian drone strikes. This sudden restriction highlights a volatile reality: a single private actor now holds the keys to critical defense and global infrastructure.
The high-stakes podracing sequence from The Phantom Menace remains a benchmark of cinematic adrenaline, yet the ability to pilot those terrifyingly fast engines has long felt out of reach. Star Wars: Galactic Racer finally closes that gap, translating the chaotic, high-speed intensity of Tatooine’s arena into a compelling roguelike experience.
Amazon is doubling down on its cloud gaming strategy by committing to more day-and-date releases for Prime subscribers. Following the successful launch of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the platform aims to eliminate the delay between retail availability and streaming access, effectively positioning Luna as a primary destination for new titles.
A 7/10 review score rarely settles the debate over a device as polarizing as the iPhone Duo. As the conversation shifts from hardware specs to long-term viability, critics are questioning whether the product’s core identity is fundamentally misaligned with its smartphone classification or if it belongs in the tablet category.
A four-legged machine from ETH Zürich’s Robotic Systems Lab has mastered the Rubik’s Cube, proving it can solve the puzzle faster than most humans. Using a combination of reinforcement learning and teacher-student distillation, the robot manipulates the oversized cube with its own feet and legs, turning complex mechanical movements into a solved puzzle.
A subtle shift in Google’s privacy policy now allows the company to leverage personal data from Gmail, Drive, and Photos for advertising purposes. By opting into AI-driven tools that analyze your content to provide smarter recommendations, users inadvertently grant the tech giant permission to refine its ad targeting algorithms.
Security researcher Joshua Michael has sparked a legal standoff with Flock Safety after mapping the company’s extensive network of automated license plate readers. Facing a trademark complaint for his work, Michael found a new home for the controversial data: Proton, which is now hosting the interactive map on its own servers.
Owners of the Microsoft and Asus collaboration handhelds can now test FSR 4.1, a significant update currently available through the preview channel. This early release invites enthusiasts to experiment with the latest upscaling technology, though the manufacturer cautions that the software remains in a state of active development and potential instability.
Hours after the iPhone Duo hit store shelves, early adopters are reporting catastrophic display failures centered on the device's internal hinge. Multiple users have documented bright lines and audible cracking sounds appearing during routine operation, raising immediate questions about the durability of Apple's latest folding hardware design.
After miniaturizing the original Xbox and the Xbox 360 for previous holiday seasons, Hallmark is digging deeper into Microsoft’s hardware vault. The company is set to release a special edition ornament modeled after the iconic translucent green Halo Xbox, complete with integrated LED lighting and signature sound effects for collectors.
The iconic Xbox 360 console has shrunk to ornament size, arriving just days after Hallmark opened orders for its latest gaming-themed holiday collectible. Priced at $29, the miniature replica features functional light-and-sound elements that recreate the tactile experience of powering up the legendary seventh-generation machine under the Christmas tree.
Users on the Kindle subreddit have discovered that Amazon is rolling out handwritten note-taking capabilities to its Android application. This update mirrors the feature previously introduced on the company's dedicated Alexa Tablets, allowing readers to mark up their ebooks directly on supported mobile devices using a stylus.
A Reddit user has reported the first instance of a cracked screen on the newly released iPhone Duo, sparking early concerns regarding device durability. The incident, shared shortly after the phone's launch, highlights potential fragility issues that often emerge during the initial days of widespread consumer use.
Quest Diagnostics has acknowledged that unauthorized parties gained access to patient records and personal information, though the company has yet to clarify the scale of the intrusion. The diagnostic giant is currently investigating the breach, promising to notify affected individuals in accordance with legal requirements.
SpaceX is negotiating access to 80,000 cell sites across the United States, a move designed to position the company as a direct rival to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. By partnering with tower operator Crown Castle, Elon Musk’s firm aims to integrate terrestrial infrastructure with its growing fleet of direct-to-cell satellites.
A series of listings for child-like sex dolls discovered by French regulators has triggered a formal European Union investigation into Shein. The inquiry scrutinizes whether the retail giant’s internal safety systems comply with the Digital Services Act, specifically concerning the sale of illicit goods and the protection of minor users.
Facing intense pressure from media organizations, Meta has pushed back the implementation of its updated business terms to November 20. The company’s original October 30 deadline triggered fears among publishers that the platform intended to leverage their content for artificial intelligence training without explicit consent or compensation.
Seven years after debuting the original fp, Sigma is launching the FP2, a compact mirrorless successor that sacrifices a marginal six grams of weight to accommodate an articulating screen, a 24.5-megapixel partially stacked sensor, and enhanced autofocus capabilities, arriving on November 11th with a starting price of $2,199.
Fast-fashion giant Shein has reportedly committed to a $100 million payment to resolve a federal investigation into systemic delivery delays and consumer service failures. The figure represents nearly half of the company’s second-quarter profit, marking a significant financial penalty for the e-commerce retailer as it faces mounting international regulatory scrutiny.
Ondřej Surý spent his week racing against a critical vulnerability that threatened to destabilize the internet’s infrastructure. While the security flaw in PHP could have triggered a digital collapse, Surý acted almost alone to package the necessary patches, revealing the fragility of an ecosystem reliant on volunteer labor.
The iPhone Duo breaks decades of Apple hardware tradition, requiring owners to rethink basic interactions. Whether it is mastering the orientation lock or adapting to a physical form that demands constant rotation, these practical adjustments will help you transition from struggling with the hinge to fluidly using your new foldable.
A virtual first-generation iPod has surfaced on Apple Music’s 404 error pages, offering a functional blast from the past. Discovered by social media users this Friday, the browser-based recreation serves as a nostalgic nod to the iconic device that fundamentally shifted how the world consumed digital music.
Frustrated by relentless ads and sluggish interfaces, a growing wave of users is turning to 'vibe coding' to strip bloatware from their living room displays. Projects like CleanYourTV, TV-Detox, and DumbTV allow owners to bypass manufacturer tracking and replace cluttered home screens with personalized, streamlined alternatives without rooting their devices.
A new $129 hardware solution from Brick aims to curb bedtime doomscrolling by using Bluetooth to automatically restrict smartphone access. Unlike its predecessor, which required a manual tap, the Brick Night creates a geofenced zone that triggers app blocking as soon as a user enters a designated room.
Collectors who once shelled out over $150 for a simple instruction manual can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Jaleco’s elusive platformer Avenging Spirit has officially joined the Nintendo Switch Online Game Boy library, ending years of high-stakes bidding for fans of the handheld console's rarest physical releases.
