Supreme Court ruling guts government’s use of geofence warrants
Ars TechnicaSCOTUS falls short of deeming geofence warrants unconstitutional, though.
Google expands personalized intelligence to Gemini app image creation
EngadgetGoogle expands personalized intelligence to Gemini app image creation
Sony erases digital content from libraries; we’re reminded we don’t own what we buy
Ars TechnicaSony has been scaling down its digitial store for a few years.
Layoffs looming, Xbox union members argue for transparency and good-faith bargaining
EngadgetXbox union members argue for transparency and good-faith bargaining.
Ozone loss was a thing even before CFCs were widely used
Ars TechnicaWith today’s scientific tools, the problem could have been spotted in the 1950s.
How A.I. Is Changing the Way Politicians Run for Office
NYT TechnologyA.I.-generated images are the public face of this election overhaul. Behind the scenes, campaigns are using the technology to analyze voter data, craft campaign materials and write custom messages.
Sensitive iPhone supplier details were part of last week’s data leak at Tata Electronics
EngadgetSome of Apple’s corporate secrets aren’t so secret any more.
There’s now an OpenClaw app for iOS and Android phones
EngadgetSmartphones are welcoming the agentic AI overlords.
US offers $10 million for info on group behind Signal and WhatsApp hacking spree
Ars TechnicaOperation by two Russia-state groups has been ongoing since at least March.
Meta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival Chatbots About Suicide, Sex, and Drugs
WiredHundreds of contractors working on a project for Meta pretended to be kids in order to see how other chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT would respond to high-risk subjects, WIRED found.
South Korea to spend $1T on more memory chip production and humanoid robots
Ars TechnicaSouth Korea targets physical AI lead and commercial humanoid robots by 2028.
Buying a Mattress in 2026? We Tested 100+ and These Were the Standouts
WiredWIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.
Uber is no longer offering Waymo rides in Phoenix
EngadgetRather than external partnerships, Uber may start leaning on its own robotaxis for driverless options.
US renewable boom passes key milestone in April
Ars TechnicaSmall-scale solar helped renewables hit nearly triple coal’s generation in the US.
The US Supreme Court restricts use of geofence warrants
EngadgetThe US Supreme Court has surprisingly decided to restrict geofence warrants.
Here’s why you shouldn’t plug a power strip into a smart plug
EngadgetIt may be tempting to control an entire power strip with a smart plug, but there are some things you should know about this setup.
MacBook Ultra rumors: What to expect including the touchscreen, chips, release date and more
EngadgetApple’s rumored touchscreen MacBook may launch soon, here’s what to expect.
Google warns EU’s plans to weaken its monopoly could expose user data
Ars TechnicaThe EU wants Google to share search data with competitors and open up AI on Android, but Google alleges major privacy risks.
Quantum computing startup says it will leapfrog everybody
Ars TechnicaBut the system would require a massive leap from any of its existing hardware.
Cybersecurity
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The Busy Bar Is a Gadget to Get People to Leave You Alone
WiredFlipper Devices, a company that built a banned hacking device, now wants to hack your attention span.
Top Google Security Staff Warn Search Data Could Be Hacked if EU Rules Change
WiredEurope’s pro-competition proposals could see Google Search and Android systems opened up. The company claims there are serious privacy flaws.
Teens who hacked TfL were known to police years before cyber-attack
BBC TechnologyOwen Flowers and Thalha Jubair were convicted for their roles in the attack, which led to large costs for Transport for London.
Leaked iPhone 18 Pro photos reportedly wound up on the dark web
The VergeLeaked iPhone 18 Pro photos and parts lists appeared on the dark web following a data breach affecting one of Apple’s key suppliers, according to a report from Reuters. The leaked images show a drop test of what a source tells Reuters is the iPhone 18 Pro, equipped with a three-camera layout and …
Artificial Intelligence
Tidal isn’t banning AI music, but it won’t pay people who upload it
EngadgetTidal’s new policy says that 100-percent AI-generated music will be demonetized.
In San Francisco’s A.I. Era, Even $180,000 Tech Salaries Are No Longer Enough
NYT TechnologyAs OpenAI and Anthropic prepare to go public, tech workers making six figures are grousing that they cannot compete with the new A.I. elite. Some doubt they can afford to stay.
Ford rehires human engineers after AI fails to match quality checks
BBC TechnologyThe car-maker found AI quality checks failed to match the skill of veteran technicians.
A.I. ‘Employees’ Might Disrupt Work in Unexpected Ways
NYT TechnologyScholars say the “unknown unknowns” of using artificial intelligence in the workplace may be undermining the technology’s advertised benefits.
Tech firms are blaming AI for mega device and console price rises
BBC TechnologyXbox consoles, Nintendo’s new Switch 2 and Valve’s Steam Deck are just some of the gadgets seeing price hikes in recent months.
Hardware
Many Child Safety Features on Social Apps Don’t Work, Report Finds
NYT TechnologyResearchers found that teens can discover harmful content, connect with unknown adults and easily bypass time limits.
Intel’s Chip Business Shows Signs of Life After Years of Struggle
NYT TechnologyIt is the centerpiece of President Trump’s drive to make more chips in the United States, but the company still has a long way to go before it can be called a complete turnaround.
IBM hails new ‘block of flats’ design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips
BBC TechnologyIBM says it has created the world’s first known chip tech below 1 nanometre – but it will be some time before it’s ready for production.
Computers
Apple hikes some prices by nearly 20% while Xbox raises console cost
BBC TechnologyApple said it had “never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly”.
At $499, Apple’s M3-powered iPad Air is a good deal
The VergeMost of Apple’s price increases have gone into effect, resulting in iPads and other products costing hundreds more than they did a few days ago. If last week’s Prime Day sale wasn’t a good time to consider buying an iPad, we found a deal worth considering that’s just under $500 …
Mobile
WhatsApp to let people chat without swapping phone numbers
BBC TechnologyThe app’s new usernames feature will be rolled out globally over the next few months.
Usernames Are Coming to WhatsApp Soon. Here’s How to Reserve Yours
WiredEven if you only use WhatsApp sometimes, you might want to snag your username now to stop giving out your phone number.
T-Mobile is booting customers from its oldest plans
The VergeEarlier today, T-Mobile started notifying customers that it will be retiring many legacy plans and moving subscribers onto one of its current rate plans. This move includes plans that date back to the 3G era, and it’s going about as well as you’d expect. Affected customers began sharing screensho…
WhatsApp is launching usernames: here’s how to reserve yours
The VergeWhatsApp is introducing a new way to add and chat with contacts, without having to share your phone number. Usernames will launch “later this year,” in a move to make the communications platform “even more private,” allowing you to keep your phone number concealed from people who aren’t already i…
Space
SpaceX’s $25 billion bond sale drives huge demand – and a potential headache for investors
CNBC TechnologySpaceX’s $25 billion debt sale drew heavy demand, but analysts warn of capital spending, refinancing and investor concentration risks.
Green Tech
F1 in Austria: Starts off exciting, then goes the opposite way
Ars TechnicaA heatwave, engine upgrades, plus power levels for the next two seasons.
Yeasound RIC800 Hearing Aids Review: Good Audio, Glitchy App
WiredWith AI-powered noise reduction, an automatic speech-focusing system, and a simple, effective hearing test, it’s a shame these aids don’t come with a better app.
The Anti-Data-Center Movement Is Reshaping Michigan Politics
WiredClimate activist Will Lawrence cofounded the Sunrise Movement. Now, he has shifted his focus in his attempt to compete for a swing-district seat by calling for a data center moratorium.
Everyone’s Mad at the World Cup’s New ‘Hydration Breaks’—Except Mr. Moneybags Over Here
WiredFIFA says hydration breaks protect players from heat. They also create new annoying commercial breaks—and fans are calling foul.
In Europe, Tesla Sales Are Rising Despite Views on Elon Musk
NYT TechnologyPrice cuts and low-interest-rate loans are luring buyers, including people offended by the company’s chief executive.
Gaming
GTA 6 will launch as download only – does that mean the disc is dead?
BBC TechnologyMusic and films are now largely digital-only – does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?
GTA 6 – all you need to know about Rockstar’s blockbuster game
BBC TechnologyRockstar’s sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.
GTA 6 will cost £70 – and physical edition will not contain a disc
BBC TechnologyRockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.
General Tech
Kalshi sues Illinois over new tax on prediction market sports bets
Ars TechnicaIllinois now a key battleground in fight over prediction market sports bets.
The LG StanbyME 2 Max is a standalone 32-inch touchscreen display that costs $1,300
EngadgetIf you want a 4K display you can easily move around the house, LG has you covered.
Robin Byrd, the Sex Godmother of Millennials, Says the Internet Ruined Porn
WiredThe 1970s porn actress turned New York City late night public access queen says censorship and a lack of star quality among modern adult entertainers turned her off of the industry.
I Found Jesus at a Drone Show
WiredDrone shows are the new fireworks—and possibly a new kind of religion. I traveled to Texas to be converted.
Om Malik, Whose Blog Shaped How Silicon Valley Saw Itself, Dies at 59
NYT TechnologyGigaom, which he started in 2001, established him as a leading voice in the tech world and signaled a shift in how the media covered the industry.