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RedOctane relaunches and will continue to make new rhythm games

RedOctane Games is back and ready to make more rhythm games. The studio announced its re-launch today and said it is already in production on its first title. Charles and Kai Huang, who co-founded the original RedOctane back in 1999 and launched the Guitar Hero franchise, will serve on a special advisory board for the new company. The first RedOctane was acquired by Activision in 2006 and shuttered in 2010. The team is...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Google would like you to study with Gemini instead of cheat with it

Google’s Gemini AI now has a β€œguided learning” mode that tries to help you actually understand the problems you’re trying to learn about instead of just giving you the answer. Guided learning β€œacts as a learning companion” that guides you with β€œquestions and step-by-step support,” CEO Sundar Pichai says in a blog post. Answers from […]

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Apple announces $100 billion US manufacturing plan after pressure from Donald Trump

Apple is putting another $100 billion toward expanding manufacturing in the US as the company responds to pressure from President Donald Trump to manufacture more of its products in the US. The move builds upon the company’s initial plan to invest $500 billion in the US over the next four years, and includes a new […]

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

You Can Still See Bright Fireballs During the Perseids Meteor Shower

Look up, and if you're lucky, and in the right spot, you could see dozens of meteors in the sky each hour.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Gartner's AI Hype Cycle reveals which AI tech is peaking - but will it last?

The report lays out the top 4 innovations of 2025, including what's in and what's on the way out.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Sex toy brands have deals on a very specific type of product this August

Looking to add a new fave to your nightstand? Here are the best sex toy deals you can find as of Aug. 6, 2025.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

301party.com: Intentionally open redirect

Article URL: https://301party.com/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44817725 Points: 40 # Comments: 8

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Game Devs of Color Expo 2025 starts on September 16

The Game Devs of Color Expo is returning for its 10th year from September 16 to 19. The online conference both celebrates the games industry's developers of color, and acts as a showcase for new upcoming game through its companion GDoCExpo Direct showcase. This year's GDoCExpo Direct kicks off the conference on September 16 at 4PM ET / 1PM ET on the Game Devs of Color Expo YouTube channel. The direct is supposed to...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Researchers Seize Control of Smart Homes With Malicious Gemini AI Prompts

AI hacks show how Gemini can be secretly used to control lights, heaters and other smart home tech, signaling a new evolution in digital vulnerabilities.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Can you download the iOS 26 beta today? Here's a comprehensive list of all compatible iPhones

Your iPhone's operating system is getting a big upgrade this fall with the release of iOS 26. One of the better changes β€” and also Apple's largest visual update in years β€” is the new Liquid Glass design (think Windows Vista, but arguably more thoughtful). We spent two weeks test-driving it β€” you can check out our detailed hands-on iOS 26 preview, or you can try it out yourself by downloading and installing the public...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Project Hyperion: Interstellar ship design competition

Article URL: https://www.projecthyperion.org Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44817539 Points: 102 # Comments: 84

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Best Power Bank for iPhones in 2025

I tested a variety of iPhone battery packs, including MagSafe-enabled magnetic power banks with fast Qi2 wireless charging as well as more affordable models that cost less than $20. These are my current top picks.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

WB Games’ best PC titles are in this $12 Humble bundle

The future of Warner Bros. Games is unclear, as it shut down several studios and canceled anticipated games earlier this year. But there’s no arguing that the company’s back catalog of titles is full of gems, many of which are in Humble’s great $12 bundle. Through August 27th, you can jump on this unbeatable deal […]

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

15 Best Bluetooth Speakers Our Testers Jammed With in 2025

These are our favorite portable speakers of all shapes and sizes, from clip-ons to a massive boom box.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

Apple iOS 26 beta is available: Everything you need to know about the new iPhone update

Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26. (Apple) The wait for upgrading your iPhone to iOS 26 keeps getting shorter, but we're still over a month out from the release, which is expected this fall. But if you want to start testing out the new features today, you can download and install Apple's public beta, which CEO Tim Cook recently said is (along with the other current beta operating systems) "by far the...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

You May Soon Be Able to Chat on WhatsApp Even Without an Account

'Guest chats' isn't in beta testing yet, but will likely be released in a future WhatsApp update.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Researchers hacked Google Gemini to take control of a smart home

Wired reported on new cybersecurity research that demonstrated a hack of the Google Gemini artificial intelligence assistant. The researchers were able to control connected smart home devices through the use of indirect prompt injections in Google Calendar invites. When a user requested a summary of their calendar and thanked Gemini for the results, the malicious prompt ordered Google's Home AI agent to take actions...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

US executive branch agencies will use ChatGPT Enterprise for just $1 per agency

Questions linger about ideological bias in models as well as data security.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Even your printer company now wants to sell you endpoint protection as a subscription β€” will others follow suit?

Canon’s new subscription security services launch as its systems face scrutiny from high-severity vulnerabilities.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Disney is winding down the Hulu app - here's what subscribers need to know

Disney also plans to launch a new standalone sports streaming service that's available without a cable.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Apple iPhone 17 event: Release date, launch date, colors and everything else you need to know

We already know the changes coming to our phones with iOS 26, but we're super excited to see what Apple's newest iPhone 17 lineup will look like. That's still more than a month away β€” assuming Apple sticks to its usual release schedule β€” so for now we can speculate what the new phones will look like. As with most unreleased iPhone models, rumors and leaks have trickled in about the hardware side ahead of the official...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Upwork is buying its way into corporate staffing beyond freelancers

The company will merge Bubty and Ascen with its existing enterprise business to form a separate entity later this year.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Hulu’s days look numbered, but there’s reason for Disney to keep it aroundΒ 

Hulu will finish integrating into the Disney+ app in 2026, Disney says.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Jury Decides Meta Stole Data from Users of Period-Tracking App. What to Do If You're Worried

The tech company lost a massive privacy case involving the Flo app that has raised huge questions about how health apps are secretly being used.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 7, #318

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 7, No. 318.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 7, #1510

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,510 for Aug. 7.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Coding error blamed after parts of Constitution disappear from US website

US restores deleted portions after people noticed the Constitution had shrunk.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

The best soundbars of 2025: Expert tested and recommended

We've tested the latest and greatest soundbars with features like AirPlay and Dolby Atmos compatibility, ranging from $500 to $2,000 to help you find the best one to complement your TV.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Google denies AI search features are killing website traffic

Though Google hasn't shared any specific data to back up its conclusions, even if we assume Google's claims to be true, this doesn't necessarily mean that AI isn't having an impact.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Litestar is worth a look

Article URL: https://www.b-list.org/weblog/2025/aug/06/litestar/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44816755 Points: 139 # Comments: 40

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

A rival Tea app for men is leaking its users’ personal data and driver’s licenses

The newly launched app, now trending on Apple's App Store, contains at least one major security flaw that exposes the private information of its users, including their uploaded selfies and government-issued IDs.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

My new favorite keychain holder can carry up to 14 keys (and is trackable by phone)

If you're always misplacing your keys like I do, this clever keyholder takes a completely fresh approach to staying organized.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Thousands stranded after emergency landing closes Birmingham airport runway

At least 25 departures cancelled while incoming flights diverted to Manchester and East Midlands airportsThousands of holidaymakers have been left stranded after flights at Birmingham airport were grounded on Wednesday when a small aircraft made an emergency landing.Three people from the aircraft were treated at the scene, one of whom suffered minor injuries in the incident, which occurred at about 1.40pm, West...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

I was skeptical about big-screen laptops, but this Acer model is my new go-to for work

Acer's Swift 16 AI pairs a slim, stylish design with a stunning display and impressive battery life - all at a compelling price point.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

I wore the best smartwatches from Samsung, Apple, and Google - here's how Galaxy Watch 8 wins

The new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is a smart, feature-rich fitness tracker I'd recommend to most people - even if some features try a little too hard.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet