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Microsoft confirms new Surface laptops with Snapdragon X2 chips are coming later this year
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Microsoft launched Intel Surface models today and confirmed Snapdragon X2 variants are coming later in 2026, with faster AI inferencing, better battery life, and a possible OLED display option.
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Sony launches 1000X Collexion headphones, and they keep it classy at a sweet price tag
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Sony's new 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-cancelling headphones inherit the same audio DNA as the WH-1000XM6 headphones, but in a more stylish package and an eye-watering asking price.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974920
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Microsoft’s new Surface PCs are getting smarter, pricier, and weirdly good at keeping secrets
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Microsoft has just announced its latest generation of Surface series notebooks that are aimed straight at businesses. The new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop for Business models get Intel’s latest Core Ultra Series 3 processors, on-device AI support, improved security, and a lot more to make them business-friendly. What does it offer, and how hefty […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Spider-Noir showrunner Oren Uziel on creating Nicolas Cage’s dark new Spider-Man series
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Few superhero franchises continue to dominate pop culture like Spider-Man. With upcoming films like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse building up hype, Sony is now expanding the web-slinger’s universe onto streaming with MGM+ and Prime Video’s new live-action series, Spider-Noir, developed by Oren Uziel. Developed by Oren Uziel, this 1930s-set noir […]
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5973611
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X limits how much you can post and reply on the site for free. You must give money to Musk
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X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, appears to have introduced stricter posting limits for users without paid verification, adding another reason for people to subscribe to X Premium. According to updated information on X’s Help Center and multiple user reports online, unverified accounts are now limited to 50 original posts and 200 replies per […]
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974875
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AI is raising hell for Linux managers buried under a flood of dupe bug reports
ComputingNewsAI bug reportsArtificial intelligencecybersecurityLinus TorvaldsLinuxLinux kernelopen sourcesoftware security
Linus Torvalds says duplicate AI-assisted bug reports are turning Linux security work into a triage headache, showing how AI can create maintenance problems even when it finds real issues.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974855
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Spooked by the MacBook Neo, Asus shows off affordable Intel Wildcat Lake laptops
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Asus’ new Intel Wildcat Lake Vivobooks are putting early pressure on the MacBook Neo, with aggressive China pricing, practical ports, and a faster 16-inch display option leading the attack.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974849
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Intel reveals Project Firefly to make cheap Wildcat Lake laptops that rival MacBook Neo
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Intel is trying to make budget Windows laptops look a lot less bargain-bin. Project Firefly, launched in China alongside Intel’s Wildcat Lake laptop chips, gives PC makers a common hardware playbook for thinner, cleaner, lower-cost systems that can take a more direct swing at MacBook Neo. The promise is simple, fewer compromises where budget laptops […]
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974841
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LG just announced a 1000Hz gaming monitor that could give you a real edge in FPS games
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LG has unveiled the UltraGear 25G590B, the world's first Full HD gaming monitor with a native 1000Hz refresh rate. Built for competitive FPS gaming, the 24.5-inch display delivers 1000Hz natively at FHD resolution.
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Apple is selling you defective chips, and you’re happily buying them
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Apple’s cheaper devices may be powered by chips that didn’t meet the highest performance target, but the strategy is less shady than it sounds and much more clever than most buyers realize.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974801
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Google I/O 2026: What to expect from Gemini, Android 17, and more
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Google I/O 2026 is expected to focus heavily on Gemini AI, Android 17, smart devices, and Google’s broader push toward an AI-first ecosystem.
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This 100W INIU Cougar P63 Could Replace Your Bulky Charger for Travel, Work, and Gaming
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Between the fast-switching demands of remote work, frequent travel, and gaming, battery anxiety has become harder to ignore. To tackle that issue, the INIU Cougar P63 introduces a fresh approach with its compact 100W 25,000mAh power bank, delivering seamless charging for laptops, creator gear, and gaming devices without feeling like another bulky charging brick in your bag.
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Apple Watch could soon enable a new blood pressure sensing feature
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Apple Watch already warns users about possible hypertension, but Apple may be preparing a more advanced blood pressure feature for its next high-end model.
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Revopoint POP 4 launches on Kickstarter: the first AI-powered 3D scanner with photoreal 3D Gaussian Splatting export
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Billed as the world’s first AI-powered, high-precision, and versatile 3D scanner, the POP 4 brings real-time AI segmentation and 3D Gaussian Splatting to a hybrid blue-laser-and-infrared platform. As the newest and most advanced member of the POP series, the POP 4 is built to handle everything from intricate geometries to larger workpieces, including black and […]
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5970192
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Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo Delivers Flagship Features Without the Flagship Price
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The Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo brings flagship-level suction, CarpetFocus technology, and low-maintenance cleaning into a more accessible price range, making it a strong upgrade for modern homes.
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The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series Is Making Modern Outdoor Living Effortlessly Luxurious
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Owning a pool may look luxurious, but the constant upkeep behind it can quickly become a frustrating job that takes over weekend relaxation. The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series aims to change that through AI-powered cleaning, adaptive suction, and intelligent navigation designed to transform routine pool maintenance into a far more effortless, hands-free experience.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5973155
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Google’s Gemini might be testing weekly limits, and free users won’t love it
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Google may be quietly testing stricter usage limits inside Gemini, and it could change how “free” AI tools actually feel going forward. A newly spotted screenshot hints at a future where unlimited chatbot access might finally come with strings attached.
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Red Magic’s latest gaming phone looks like it escaped from an esports lab
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Some phones have great cameras, while others go for a super-slim design. Red Magic’s latest looks like it wants to boot up a ranked match the second you touch it. The Red Magic 11S Pro series has officially launched in China, marking the brand’s eighth anniversary with a pair of unapologetically gaming-focused phones. The lineup […]
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974636
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Scientists just broke a wireless speed record that could shape the future of 6G
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Scientists hit 112Gbps over a 560GHz wireless link, showing how microcomb-driven terahertz technology could help future 6G networks move data faster behind the scenes.
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Experts are worried that smarter AI gets, the dumber we might become
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As AI turns intelligence into an on-demand service, experts warn that instant answers could weaken the curiosity, scrutiny, and source-checking habits that make human thinking valuable.
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Move over gigabytes, AI tokens are the new unit on your phone bill
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China’s telecom companies are starting to treat AI usage like mobile data, and the shift hints at a much stranger future for technology than most people expected.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974614
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Google Gemini’s new thinking level lets you dial up the brainpower
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Google’s Gemini app may soon let users control how deeply the AI “thinks” before responding. New third-party integrations also appear to be on the way ahead of I/O 2026.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974585
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Maybe, ditch Gemini and ChatGPT for your AI images. Try an alternative that I jut came across
ComputingNewsAI Image GeneratorAI imagesChatGPTGeminigenerative AIIdeogramimage generation
Ideogram can’t replace every AI image generator, but its text accuracy, format controls, and remix tools make it worth trying for posters, thumbnails, social graphics, and other design-heavy visuals.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974566
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Valve’s Steam Controller just got a lot more useful outside Steam
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The Steam Controller’s biggest early limitation was its heavy Steam dependence. With SDL support now in place, it should become much more useful across non-Steam games.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974515
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OpenAI is giving ChatGPT Plus subcription to a whole country
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OpenAI has partnered with Malta to provide nationwide access to ChatGPT Plus, marking one of the company’s most ambitious government AI rollouts yet.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974522
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I’m weirdly excited about Android 17’s upcoming anti-doomscrolling feature
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I thought I had tried every trick possible to stop doomscrolling, but Android 17’s new Pause Point feature feels surprisingly different. Instead of punishing screen time, it interrupts the habit before the scrolling spiral even begins.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974439
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I use this iPhone feature every single time someone wants to borrow my device
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Handing someone your unlocked phone can feel stressful when your entire digital life lives inside it. This underrated iPhone feature quietly solves that problem in a way I now rely on almost every single day.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974426
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Google’s Rambler could turn voice typing into something I don’t hate
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Google’s Rambler sounds like a small Gboard upgrade, but it could quietly solve a real phone problem by turning messy spoken thoughts into messages you might actually send.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974382
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YouTube is giving creators a new weapon against AI deepfakes
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YouTube is rolling out a new AI safety feature that could help creators spot deepfake-style videos using their face. The tool works quietly in the background, but it may become increasingly important as AI-generated content spreads online.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974383
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Microsoft is finally fixing the most annoying thing about Windows 11
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Microsoft is testing one of the biggest Windows 11 interface shakeups yet, and it quietly brings back a feature many users have missed for years. The Start menu is changing too, and some of the updates feel surprisingly thoughtful.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974372
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Gemini Intelligence has strict requirements, and your phone may not qualify
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Google’s Gemini Intelligence sounds like the next big leap for Android AI, but there’s a surprising catch hiding behind the hype. Even some recent flagship phones may not make the cut.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974365
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Meta’s Ray-Ban Display now types messages from your finger movements
ComputingNewsPhonesWearablesHandwriting on Meta Ray-Ban DisplayMetaMeta Ray BanMeta Ray-Ban DisplayMeta Ray-Ban Display GlassesNeural Handwriting
Neural Handwriting is now live for every Ray-Ban Display owner, letting them type messages with finger movements, with no voice or phone required.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974323
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Gemini is about to get wings on your phone with agentic skills
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A new leak suggests Google may be preparing a more powerful version of Gemini that can manage inbox clutter, generate meeting briefs, and even create custom AI skills.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974230
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The HomePod mini still makes sense in 2026 if you are already in Apple’s ecosystem
Audio / VideoFeaturesAppleHomePodHomePod mini
The HomePod mini has barely changed over the years, but it still offers solid sound, seamless Apple integration, and a surprisingly good experience with the Apple TV 4K. The catch is that most of its best features only shine inside Apple’s ecosystem.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974132
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Wowed by computer-use AI agents? Research says they’re “digital disasters” even for routine tasks
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New research from UC Riverside found computer-use AI agents often push ahead with unsafe or irrational tasks, raising questions about whether today’s desktop agents are ready for sensitive everyday workflows.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974164
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Bombshell OpenAI lawsuit claims your ChatGPT convos were shared with Google and Meta
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A new class action claims OpenAI shared ChatGPT prompts and user identifiers with Google and Meta trackers, raising fresh privacy concerns around intimate chatbot conversations.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974137
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A new Xbox controller is coming and it’s not what you’d expect
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A leaked Microsoft controller appears to target Xbox Cloud Gaming with a compact design, built-in rechargeable battery, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 6, and two color options.
https://www.digitaltrends.com/?p=5974065
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After acing range and charging, Chinese EV brands flaunt three-wheel driving on SUVs
CarsActive SuspensionAito M9BYDChinese EVsDenza B8DiSus-Pelectric vehiclesEV SUVsLi Auto L9three-wheel driving
Chinese EV brands are turning active suspension into their next SUV flex, with BYD, Aito, and Li Auto showing three-wheel driving demos that could help with tire changes, recovery, and rough terrain.
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Dell expands AI PC lineup with new slim Dell 14s and 16s laptops
ComputingNewsAMDDellIntel Core UltraRyzen
Dell has launched the new 14S and 16S AI PCs with Intel Core Ultra chips, OLED display options, and long battery life in slimmer designs.
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