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OpenAI gets caught vibe graphing

During its big GPT-5 livestream on Thursday, OpenAI showed off a few charts that made the model seem quite impressive — but if you look closely, some graphs were a little bit off. In one, ironically showing how well GPT-5 does in “deception evals across models,” the scale is all over the place. For “coding […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

OpenAI GPT-5 launch live – all the latest news as Sam Altman unveils the new model

Join us for the release of ChatGPT-5 as it happens on our live blog of the event.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

The Browser Company’s AI browser now has a $20 subscription

The Browser Company — the makers of the Arc browser — just launched a $20 per month subscription to its new AI-powered web browser, Dia, as reported earlier by TechCrunch. The new Dia Pro subscription comes with unlimited access to the browser’s chat feature, which lets you ask questions about the content in your tabs. […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

The FCC will review emergency alert systems in the US

The Federal Communications Commission is planning a review of the US emergency alert systems. Both the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WAS) will be subject to a "re-examination" by the agency. "We want to ensure that these programs deliver the results that Americans want and need," FCC Chairman Brendan Carr posted on X. The announcement of this plan notes that the infrastructure...

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

GPT-5 is here – 5 things you need to know about OpenAI’s ‘most useful’ model yet

OpenAI debuted the powerful new GPT-5 AI model, featuring enhanced ChatGPT capabilities, including improved voices and seamless integration with Gmail and Google Calendar.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Rocket Lab eyes big defense opportunities with new acquisition

Rocket Lab is taking the concept of an 'end-to-end' space company to new heights with a forthcoming acquisition.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

The Best Colored Noise for Sleep (2025)

You may be familiar with white noise, but what about pink noise, or brown noise? WIRED’s sleep expert walks you through the rainbow of benefits for bedtime.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

The Aurora Borealis Is Back: These 18 States Have a Chance to See It Over 2 Nights

Prepare to get away from city lights if you want to see the colorful sky show.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

UK homelessness minister resigns after tenant eviction claims

Rushanara Ali was accused of hypocrisy after claims she removed tenants before rent rise of almost 700 a monthRushanara Ali has resigned as homelessness minister after it emerged she evicted four tenants from a property she owns then re-let it weeks later for 700 more a month.The tenants were told in November last year their fixed-term contract would not be renewed because Ali’s east London home was being put up for...

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Out of Nowhere: UFO 50 Hits Switch 2 After Indie World Reveal

No release date, no buildup, just a straight-up launch on the Switch.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Heretic and Hexen have received a surprise remaster from Nightdive Studios

Nightdive Studios and id Software have announced a surprise remaster of fantasy shooters Heretic and Hexen. The games are now available for modern consoles in a new release, dubbed Heretic + Hexen, that includes support for co-op, cross-platform multiplayer and community-published mods. Heretic + Hexen combines Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders, Hexen: Beyond Heretic and Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel into a...

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Dreames summer vacuum launch is the biggest vacuum drop of 2025 so far

Dreame announced 16 new cordless and robot vacuums on Aug. 6. Here are the standout features that should have Roborock and Dyson scared.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

FCC Democrat: Trump admin is declaring “Mission Accomplished” on broadband

FCC studies broadband "with one eye closed and the other half-open," Democrat says.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

GPT-5: Here's What's New in ChatGPT's Big Update

OpenAI says its new generative AI model is a lot faster and smarter than its predecessor.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

The coolest GPT-5 feature? It finally fulfills the vibe coding promise.

The most surprising feature of OpenAI's new GPT-5 model may be its improved coding abilities. It truly is a dream come true for vibe coders.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

What Happens When You Fold and Unfold the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 200,000 Times?

This YouTuber showed us. It wasn't pretty.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Stone tools may hint at ancestors of Homo floresiensis

The stone flakes don't look like much, but they're a clue in an ancient cold case.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Beware of promptware: How researchers broke into Google Home via Gemini

This was just a demonstration, but you can take steps to protect yourself from similar promptware attacks.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

The latest iPad Air is cheaper than ever 

Laptops are great, but sometimes it’s simply just more convenient to use a tablet like the iPad Air. The Air’s easier to carry, after all, and still powerful enough to handle everything from streaming to taking notes and reading. And right now, the latest version of the Air is down to a new low price. […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

How to use Instagram Map and set your location-sharing preferences

Following concerns about safety, Instagram head Adam Mosseri reassured users that the feature is opt-in, and noted that some people are “confused” about how the feature works.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Google discovered a new scam—and also fell victim to it

Disclosure comes two months after Google warned the world of ongoing spree.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Dashlane ends free subscriptions - you have one month to upgrade or switch

If you store your passwords in a Dashlane Free account, you're about to lose that subscription. In a year, you lose all your data. Here are your options.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 8, #319

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 8, No. 319.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 8, #1511

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Aug. 8, No. 1,511

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Finally, a Windows laptop that I wouldn't mind putting away my MacBook Pro for

The newest Asus ProArt P16 is an impressive upgrade from its predecessor, making it one of the most powerful Windows laptops available for creative professionals.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

OpenAI says GPT-5 hallucinates less — what does the data say?

OpenAI has finally unveiled GPT-5, promising lower hallucination rates. How does GPT-5's hallucination benchmarks stack up to earlier models?

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

The 6 biggest changes coming to ChatGPT

GPT-5 has finally arrived. Along with the announcement of the highly anticipated AI model, OpenAI also previewed several updates coming to ChatGPT, ranging from visual changes to improvements to the chatbot’s performance. Here’s a rundown of all of the changes you can expect to see in ChatGPT. Say goodbye to the model picker With the […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Health experts urge ban on school materials backed by food, drink and gambling firms

Exclusive: Education secretary told sponsored resources misrepresent evidence about diets, alcohol and bettingHealth experts have urged Bridget Phillipson to stop schools using educational materials funded by the food, drink and gambling industries, in order to protect children from “harmful” influences.Dozens of doctors, health charities and public health specialists have written to the education secretary warning her...

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Dreames three new beauty releases dupe the Dyson Airwrap and Supersonic, plus the Shark FlexStyle

Dreame is expanding its beauty tech lineup with the Dreame Miracle Pro hair dryer, Pocket Ultra hair dryer, and Dazzle multi-styler.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

The 7 best new GPT-5 features to try right away

These new GPT-5 features promise to make vibe coding, deep research, and voice mode more accurate, helpful, and customizable.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Friendslop is coming for the Switch 2

During today's Nintendo Indie World showcase, I had two epiphanies. The first was the realization that friendslop games are about to hit the Switch 2 like a falling piano in a Road Runner cartoon. The second was that I love that for me, because that means I can finally play them. My friends love "friendslop," […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Paramount is now a Skydance Corporation

It’s official: Skydance Media’s deal to purchase CBS parent company Paramount Global for $8 billion is complete, and incoming chairman / CEO David Ellison’s first order of business is a massive restructuring. In an open letter about his plans for Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (the merged companies’ new name), Ellison announced that, going forward, the […]

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Apple's MacBook Pro with OLED again rumored for late 2026 - and it seems increasingly likely this laptop is inbound

Keen to get your hands on a MacBook Pro OLED? You should be able to buy one late in 2026, the rumor mill keeps insisting.

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Historical Tech Tree

Article URL: https://www.historicaltechtree.com/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44829185 Points: 241 # Comments: 55

Published on: August 07, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News