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These clever apps show off the iPhone Duo’s potential

From retro cassette players and virtual notebooks to flight trackers and even a digital toaster, developers are finding creative ways to take advantage of Apple's first…

2 sources1 min readUpdated 3:00 PM UTC
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The best apps for tracking your reading and discovering new books

There are numerous apps on the market that promise to do just that, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the best ones to help you pick the right one for you.

1 source1 min readUpdated 1:10 AM UTC
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From agriculture to AI-griculture: How tech is changing farming

From remote monitoring of cattle to automation of processes that took up valuable time, farmers in NI are rapidly becoming skilled in technology.

1 source1 min readUpdated 12:13 AM UTC
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iFixit’s look inside the iPhone Duo may explain those broken screens and hinges

As is tradition, iFixit has torn open the latest iPhone and laid its parts bare on a table.

1 source1 min readUpdated 9:40 PM UTC
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Grok releases the first seven minutes of its AI-generated ‘Odyssey’

The footage looks okay, as long as you're not seeking artistry, inspiration, or human interest.

1 source1 min readUpdated 9:31 PM UTC
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Scott Walker’s The Drift will get under your skin

There are the fun, occasionally goofy songs like "The Monster Mash" and John Carpenter's "Halloween Theme." Then there is the genuinely terrifying: Throbbing Gristle, Th…

1 source1 min readUpdated 9:08 PM UTC
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‘Cyberselfish’ author takes aim at techno-libertarianism as her book returns from the dead

"That's a 12-year-old view of the world."

1 source1 min readUpdated 8:20 PM UTC
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A YouTuber dissected an iPhone Duo and thinks he found the cause of crackgate

Social media and the iPhone Duo subreddit are filled with reports of Apple's foldable failing quickly and in spectacular fashion.

1 source1 min readUpdated 8:16 PM UTC
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Zen Browser is the Arc replacement I was looking for

I know many of you are mourning the loss of the Arc browser, and I get it.

1 source1 min readUpdated 7:24 PM UTC
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Anthropic sued for allegedly using 274 Elvis Presley songs to train AI models

Authentic Brands Group says AI company infringed on rights of songs by the King such as Can’t Help Falling in Love The owners of Elvis Presley ’s music catalogue are sui…

1 source1 min readUpdated 6:25 PM UTC
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Tech firms should pay the creators whose work they use | Letter

Before pledging money for the public good, AI companies such as Anthropic should first pay the creators whose work they use.

1 source1 min readUpdated 5:11 PM UTC
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This Switch 2 sequel accessory was a few millimeters away from being good

The slide-on $59.99 accessory brought Hall effect sticks to drift-plagued consoles - no need to open up your Joy-Con for a complicated repair.

1 source1 min readUpdated 5:00 PM UTC
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AI delivers ‘zero financial payoff’ to most companies, Apollo economist says

"Despite massive investments and widespread hype around artificial intelligence, the technology has delivered zero financial payoff to corporate America outside of tech."

1 source1 min readUpdated 4:57 PM UTC
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Now you can watch Instagram Reels on your Apple TV

Instagram is continuing its expansion into living rooms with Instagram for TV, for Apple TV.

1 source1 min readUpdated 4:20 PM UTC
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TechCrunch Mobility: Blue-green is the color of autonomy

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.

1 source1 min readUpdated 4:05 PM UTC
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Gabon says access to social media restored after eight-month ban

The authorities had justified the ban by saying online content was fuelling conflict, while the opposition had condemned it as an abuse of power.

1 source1 min readUpdated 2:39 PM UTC
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The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you should know about

We compiled a list of all the hottest AI wearables, including Muse Charm, Bee, Friend, Plaud, and more.

1 source1 min readUpdated 2:10 PM UTC
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Neighbours is being recut into a microdrama focused on Margot Robbie – and her co-stars aren’t happy

Actor’s storylines in the famous soap will be recut into vertical micro-episodes to be watched on phones – but her fellow cast members say they haven’t been consulted Th…

1 source1 min readUpdated 2:00 PM UTC
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r/opensource just banned AI, non-English speakers, and more

The mods at r/opensource posted new submission rules that, among other things, banned projects that use AI.

1 source1 min readUpdated 1:25 PM UTC
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Wallhack M-001 Review: When Fun Overrides Specs

With a tactile dongle for on-the-fly customization and a metal chassis, the Wallhack M-001 is the most fun I've had reviewing a gaming mouse in a long time.

1 source1 min readUpdated 12:30 PM UTC
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Google’s AI search changes upended online publishing

How it started The digital publishing industry has relied on […] This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world.

1 source1 min readUpdated 12:00 PM UTC
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6 Best Folding Phones (2026): Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola

Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphones.

1 source1 min readUpdated 11:30 AM UTC
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The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever

Apple will reportedly launch an innovative new MacBook next week, which means existing options have their largest discount yet.

1 source1 min readUpdated 11:00 AM UTC
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Oil Spills Wreak Havoc on the Bottom of the Ocean, Even a Decade Later

While oil is known to float, new research finds that over time it can permeate even extremely deep marine habitats, with animal populations declining by as much as 80 pe…

1 source1 min readUpdated 10:30 AM UTC
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Make Your Phone Hot. Here’s How to Keep It Cool

These tips will save battery life and help your phone chill out.

1 source1 min readUpdated 10:15 AM UTC

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