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Pangolin Pro: Linux Laptop Packs Power, But Has Flaws
System 76's latest offering boasts a seamless Pop!_OS Linux experience, but its large glass trackpad and low-resolution webcam may deter some users
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Apple Watch Series 12: Always Listening?
The new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 feature Live Rewind, a capability that has raised privacy concerns due to its always-listening feature, alongside AI and major health upgrades
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MediaTek Unveils New Mobile Chip
The company has launched a new mobile chip utilizing TSMC's most advanced technology, a significant development in mobile chip technology
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Apple Bundles TV, Arcade into iCloud+ in 100+ Countries
The new initiative, excluding the US, automatically includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade with 50 GB iCloud+ subscriptions at no extra charge, with some markets also getting an 'Apple Music Select' tier
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Amazon Now Hits $1B Sales
Amazon's quick-commerce service reaches $1 billion in annualised gross sales in India, with orders doubling every quarter since launch, and is now operational in over 60 cities
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Electroweak Force 1% Stronger Than Thought
Researchers using lattice quantum chromodynamics have found a discrepancy in the electroweak force, which could lead to the discovery of new particles and help explain phenomena beyond the standard model of particle physics
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AI Leaders' Pledge Gets Thumbs Up
Ark's Wood says the global AI leaders' pledge is a positive step for technology development, indicating a supportive stance towards the industry's growth
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Amazon Prime Day: 60% Off Luxury Beauty
Shop early deals on celeb-approved beauty products, including Kendall Jenner's go-to Anua serum, now available before the official October 6-7 event
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Minebea Mitsumi Halts Acquisitions
The Nintendo supplier is shifting focus to artificial intelligence, eyeing growth in data centers and humanoid robots, with 'unlimited' upside ahead
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Drive Safely: Meta Display Glasses' Audio Only Mode
Meta Display glasses can be used while driving with the Audio Only feature, which turns off the display entirely and allows for hands-free audio, reducing distractions on the road
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Valve Delays Steam Deck 2
The company is waiting for the right chip to become available before moving forward with development, with designer Pierre-Loup Griffais seeking a 'leap' in performance
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iPhone Duo Gets Apple Pencil Support
The Apple Pencil can be used with the iPhone Duo, but only with the Apple Pencil USB-C model and after a future iOS update, while other iPhones remain incompatible
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AppZapper 3000 Launches
The popular Mac app has been revamped with a new design and updated functionality, offering a quick way to delete Mac apps and their associated files for $18
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Fujitsu Sells Domestic CPU & AI Server
Japanese tech giant to launch new product in November, expanding its offerings in the AI and CPU market
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Best Air Purifiers 2026: Top Picks for Every Room
Wired's expert testing reveals the best air purifiers for 2026, including the budget-friendly Coway Airmega Mighty2 and premium IQAir Atem X, with a focus on visual smoke clearance, noise levels, and app performance
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Salesforce Drops 'Agentforce' From 24 Products
The company has removed the term from around two dozen product names, just a week before its Dreamforce customer conference, with its flagship sales product now called 'Sales Cloud' again
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8-Pin PCIe Plug Melts on Radeon RX 7900 XTX
A Thermal Grizzly WireView adapter connected to a Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card has burned out, raising concerns about the reliability of 8-pin connectors, with the cause of the failure still unknown and under investigation
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120,000 US Cameras Shut Down
Cities across the US are canceling contracts with Flock, a company providing AI-enabled license plate readers, due to public outcry over privacy concerns, but the fate of collected data remains uncertain
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Smeg's £199.95 Air Fryer Redefines Kitchen Style
The Smeg AFC01 Dual Flavour Air Fryer boasts a unique minimalist design, seven cooking presets, and an optional steam mode, making it a versatile addition to any kitchen
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500-Year-Old African King Bust Sparks Repatriation Debate
A 500-year-old brass bust of an African king, looted by the British Empire in 1897, is now part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, amid Nigeria's requests for its return
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King Charles Meets AI Execs
Amid growing concerns about AI threats, the monarch will host industry leaders to discuss the issue
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Amazon Hikes Kindle Prices
After testing all models, we found the best Kindle to buy in 2026, despite a price increase due to 'RAMageddon' component costs
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700+ Academics Slam Caltech AI Math Event
OpenAI pulls $1 million sponsorship after critics warn of 'AI slop', but student organizers say young mathematicians must adapt to AI's growing role
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Microsoft Updates Break Audio On 1000s Of Windows PCs
September security patches cause issues with USB Audio Class 1.0 devices on Windows 11 version 24H2 or later, with some users finding a temporary fix by switching to 2-channel mode