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Amazon employees are doing fake tasks because they’re forced to use more AI and show it

Amazon employees are reportedly using AI for unnecessary tasks to inflate internal usage metrics as companies continue aggressively pushing workplace AI adoption.
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California wants to stop publishers from killing online games, and it just made some progress

California’s Protect Our Games Act has cleared another major hurdle, pushing publishers closer to preserving online games after server shutdowns.
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Mozilla is fighting a losing battle to prove VPNs are essential privacy tools for everyone

Mozilla is warning UK regulators against undermining VPNs, arguing they remain essential privacy and security tools as restrictions grow worldwide.
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ASUS ROG’s first DDR5 memory kit looks fast, flashy, and absurdly expensive

ASUS ROG has launched its first-ever DDR5 desktop memory kit, featuring 48GB capacity, DDR5-6000 speeds, and premium enthusiast-focused specs.
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Edifier’s new budget headphones put song lyrics on the earcups and I’m confused

Edifier has launched the Auro Ace budget headphones with a customizable dot-matrix display that can show synced lyrics and animations in real time.
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Assassin’s Creed Hexe leak predicts the return of a legendary hero and I can’t wait for it

New Assassin’s Creed Hexe leaks suggest Ezio Auditore could return as a mentor figure tied to protagonist Anika and the Auditore bloodline.
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I’m still not sold on a disc-less Xbox, but Project Helix feels inevitable now

Leaks tied to Xbox Project Helix suggest Microsoft may launch its next-gen console without a disc drive, alongside a possible Disc2Digital program.
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Mortal Kombat 2 understands fan-service better than storytelling

Mortal Kombat 2 delivers brutal fatalities and fan-service galore, but rushed storytelling and underused characters stop this sequel from landing a true Flawless Victory.
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Tesla’s latest Cybertruck recall sounds almost comical

Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks after discovering a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, marking another bizarre chapter for the EV pickup.
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Fake DDR5 RAM sticks are now using plastic chips to fool buyers

Counterfeit DDR5 RAM sticks with fake labels and even dummy plastic chips are reportedly flooding PC markets amid rising memory prices.
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A top Kindle rival is getting jazzy with the looks and you’ll probably want this e-reader

The upcoming Onyx Boox Poke 7 series brings a fresh, stylish design to the e-reader market while continuing to challenge Kindle with Android flexibility.
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macOS 27 to refine the Liquid Glass design approach, but nothing too dramatic

Apple is reportedly refining the Liquid Glass interface in macOS 27 to improve readability, transparency effects, and overall usability without major design changes.
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Apple could deliver automatic tab groups in Safari for iOS 27 and macOS

Apple is reportedly testing AI-powered automatic tab grouping for Safari in iOS 27 and macOS 27 to help users better organize browsing sessions.
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Grok Voice Mode finally arrives on CarPlay, in case you enjoy talking to a loud-mouth AI in your car

xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.
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The Desktop Paradox: I finally understand why gamers hesitate before going OLED

OLED looks perfect, so why isn’t it on your desk? Exploring burn-in fears, MiniLED trade-offs, and why gamers are still torn.
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Intel’s future CPU roadmap leaks reveal a company in attack mode

Intel’s upcoming CPU roadmap featuring Nova Lake, Razor Lake, Titan Lake, and Moon Lake is reportedly back on track as the company ramps up efforts against AMD.
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I tested the Xiaomi 17 Ultra’s camera and I don’t think I’ll ever go back to an iPhone

Xiaomi 17 Ultra review: A camera-first flagship with a 1-inch sensor, 200MP zoom, and Leica tuning. Here’s why it may be the best camera phone yet.
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Xbox CEO scraps Copilot AI for consoles to refocus the platform on gameplay-first experiences

Microsoft has canceled Xbox Copilot AI development for consoles and mobile, as CEO Asha Sharma shifts focus toward player experience and core platform improvements.
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This Google Home update is all about smarter automation

Google Home update expands automation with new triggers, conditions, and actions, allowing smarter control across devices like locks, lights, appliances, and sensors.
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You can now win back a shred of privacy with approximate location sharing in Chrome

Chrome on Android now supports approximate location sharing, letting users limit how precisely websites can track them while still enabling essential features.
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You can now trust Perplexity with medical tips, or at least a tad more than ChatGPT or Gemini

Perplexity launches Premium Health Sources, bringing trusted medical journals and clinical data into AI responses to improve accuracy and credibility.
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32GB RAM for Windows 11? Hey Microsoft, that sounds like a you problem!

Microsoft’s 32GB RAM push sparks backlash as users blame Windows 11’s poor optimization, rising memory demands, and growing software bloat instead of real performance improvements.
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Razer upgrades Blade 16 with 64GB RAM and RTX 5090 options

Razer introduces new Blade 16 configurations with up to 64GB LPDDR5X RAM and RTX 5090 GPU, pushing the gaming laptop into workstation territory.
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ASUS launches ProArt PZ14 with 144Hz OLED and Snapdragon X2 Elite

ASUS ProArt PZ14 launches with Snapdragon X2 Elite, 144Hz OLED display, and 2-in-1 design, with global availability expected soon.
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Just like the MacBook Neo, Apple might serve another pricing slam with the iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro pricing leak suggests Apple may widen the gap between Pro and standard models, following a strategy similar to its MacBook Neo approach.
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X is closing communities. But hey, you now have custom timelines and group chats

X is closing its Communities feature and replacing it with AI-powered custom timelines and expanded group chats, shifting focus to real-time and personalized interactions.
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Microsoft Gaming is dead, long live Xbox

Microsoft drops the “Microsoft Gaming” name and rebrands back to Xbox, signaling a renewed focus on player engagement, hardware, and a unified gaming ecosystem.
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Instagram’s new Instants app is basically Snapchat all over again

Instagram launches Instants, a new app for sharing disappearing photos and videos, offering a Snapchat-like experience focused on private, real-time interactions.
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ChatGPT workspace agents turn AI into a team member

OpenAI introduces workspace agents in ChatGPT, allowing teams to automate workflows, run tasks in the background, and turn AI into a collaborative work assistant.
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Snapchat Place Loyalty adds a competitive twist to Snap Map

Snapchat introduces Place Loyalty, a new Snap Map feature that rewards frequent visits with tiered badges, turning everyday hangouts into something worth showing off.
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Xbox Game Pass just got cheaper, and I’m not complaining about the pivot it comes with

Xbox Game Pass gets cheaper but drops Call of Duty day-one access. Smart reset or value loss? Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how gamers are reacting.
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ChatGPT Images 2.0 is here, and it’s way more than an upgrade

ChatGPT Images 2.0 brings smarter, more accurate image generation with better text handling and consistency, pushing AI visuals closer to real-world usability.
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Lego Batman feels like the best Dark Knight game in years and I can’t wait for it

Lego Batman isn’t even out yet, but it’s already doing more for the Dark Knight than recent AAA flops. Arkham fans might finally have something to smile about.
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That missing MagSafe on iPhone Fold? Here’s what’s really going on

Leaked iPhone Fold cases suggest MagSafe is still present, despite earlier dummy units missing it, highlighting the real challenge of fitting magnets into an ultra-thin foldable.
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Intel Nova Lake leak is all about one thing: absurd amounts of cache

Intel Nova Lake leak reveals up to 288MB cache, 52-core CPUs, and major upgrades aimed at challenging AMD’s gaming and AI performance lead.
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iPhone Fold design leak suggests Apple is playing it smart

iPhone Fold case leak reveals a thin, book-style design with a wider form factor and tablet-like display, showing Apple’s refined approach to foldables.
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Apple is adding a simple feature iPhones have needed for years

Apple is testing undo and redo buttons for Home Screen customization in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, aiming to simplify app and widget layout changes.
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Apple’s next wave of Macs might keep you waiting for longer, and you can thank AI for that

Apple’s upcoming Mac Studio and MacBook Pro could be delayed due to global memory shortages driven by rising AI hardware demand.