Hardware & Devices
A critical PHP vulnerability may take websites down today
Security patches for the PHP programming language, widely used to build websites and web apps, are expected to roll out today, with the goal of fixing two critical vulnerabilities…
Two dangerous internet security issues are putting site admins on edge
The web is a bit of a hot mess today following the discovery of two severe vulnerabilities.
OpenAI's agents disabled their own safety monitoring systems
OpenAI reveals that its agents misbehaved by switching off the system monitoring them for misbehaviors.
Subaru is dropping gas cars for EVs in Europe by the end of 2027
Subaru will halt the sale of gas-powered vehicles in favor of an all-electric lineup in Europe no later than 2027.
SpaceX and Tesla are exploring a possible merger
SpaceX and Tesla have formed special committees to discuss a merger, but Elon Musk says it's not a certainty.
YouTube might be testing hiding the dislike button
YouTube appears to be testing hiding the dislike button on videos, as reported by 9to5Google. At least two users on X have recently shared screenshots of the dislike button now be…
How much power can a 1kW wind turbine produce for your home?
A 1 kW wind turbine can help with your electric bill, but the wind determines how much.
What can you use your Apple Watch Ultra 4 action button for?
Here's what your Apple Watch Ultra 4 action button can really do, from launching workouts and retracing routes to controlling smart home devices with one tap.
Judge dismisses Sam Altman’s sister’s sexual abuse lawsuit
On Tuesday, US District Judge Zachary Bluestone dismissed the lawsuit Ann Altman filed last year alleging that her brother, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, had sexually abused her througho…
Oura Ring can track new stats related to cardio fitness
Oura has updated its smart rings with new cardio fitness-related metrics, including VO2 Max estimates.
Five things you should know before buying the iPhone Duo
From software limitations to the pre-sale deals, here's what you need to know ahead of the iPhone Duo launch.
Fitbit Edge vs. Fitbit Inspire 3: How these Google fitness trackers compare
Google's latest tracker is a middle ground between a simple tracker and full smartwatch.
Trump is giving Nick Shirley $10,000 and launching a $25 million fraud bounty program
Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday that the Trump administration was giving right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley $10,000 and launching a $25 million bounty progr…
Google’s more personalized Gemini AI is heading to your car
Google is bringing Personal Intelligence to Gemini AI in your car. With this update, Gemini in Android Auto and cars with Google built-in can tap into your information across Goog…
The next Xbox might cost $1,800, report says
Microsoft is targeting a 2028 release for its next-gen Xbox, which could be incredibly expensive, according to details reported in a profile with Xbox's CEO.
What to expect at Apple's 'Pro and Tell' event on October 28
From the first touchscreen MacBook to an OLED iPad mini, here's everything Apple is expected to announce next week.
The latest PlayStation firmware may have already been cracked ahead of GTA 6
Hackers aren't giving up at cracking the Playstation 5's latest firmware as evidenced by a new video showing an apparent kernel exploit.
Tesla and SpaceX are discussing a possible merger, Musk says
Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to discuss a possible merger, Elon Musk said during the latter's third quarter earnings call Tuesday. Musk, who serves as CEO of bo…
ChatGPT now lets you lock sensitive chats behind a PIN
OpenAI has introduced a new "locked chats" feature to protect users' more sensitive conversations with ChatGPT.
SpaceX will try catching Starship and its booster for first time, Musk says
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the company would attempt to catch Starship and its booster next month, with the goal of recovering the entire orbital launch system for the first time. …
Judge tosses sexual abuse lawsuit from Sam Altman's sister
A lawsuit brought by the OpenAI CEO's sister was dismissed after Anne Altman refused a medical exam.
Netflix is telling investors not to worry, even though you’re watching less and less
Netflix is making monetization a top priority amid reports of falling viewing time. As part of its third-quarter earnings report on Tuesday, Netflix lists improvements to monetiza…
Snap is paying Robert Downey Jr. to do the Iron Man thing
Snap has a new brand ambassador for its Specs AR glasses: Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. The company has brought on Downey as Specs' "Chief Customer Experience Officer" and has …
SpaceX says big AI growth fueled revenue jump
SpaceX announced revenues of $14.6 billion in its Q3 earnings on Tuesday, which it says was a growth of 161 percent year-over-year "fueled by our Super Intelligence (SI) segment a…