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We could see a brief shift away from obsessive AI talk this week. On Wednesday, Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is due to testify in the Los Angeles trial hearing a lawsuit filed by a young California woman against big tech firms, namely Google and Meta. The woman claims her social media addiction led to depression and suicidal thoughts, as we described here. Last week, one of Zuckerberg’s lieutenants, Instagram... Read more ›
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Logan Paul sold his one-of-one Pikachu illustrator Pokémon card at auction on Monday for a jaw-dropping $16.492 million. Read more ›
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Apple is rolling out a revamped video experience in Apple Podcasts as rivals YouTube and Spotify invest heavily in the format. Read more ›
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If Joe Rogan is any indication, February 2026 may go down as the month that the Epstein files saga cemented itself as a lasting political liability for President Donald Trump and Republicans. The podcaster has spent the last week discussing the disjointed release of files by the Department of Justice, analyzing emails and redactions, and […] Read more ›
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You can now play Mario Kart Arcade GP and F-Zero AX from your phone — thanks, Dolphin! Read more ›
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The macOS Tahoe 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 betas that Apple released today reintroduce a compact Safari Tab Bar option for those who prefer that view option. Apple removed the compact tab bar option with the launch of ‌macOS Tahoe‌ and iPadOS 26.4, but there were Mac and iPad users who missed it. The Safari app on Mac and the Safari section of the Settings app on ‌iPad‌ both now feature... Read more ›
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Multiple Windows Insider users and one of Rufus' developers reveal that they can't download any of Microsoft's latest Insider Preview ISOs. Users who try to are met with an IP block. Read more ›
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Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 17, No. 512. Read more ›
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Human software engineers and AI are currently in a "centaur phase" -- a reference to the mythical half-human, half-horse creature, where the combination outperforms either working alone -- but the window may be "very brief," Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said on a podcast. He drew on chess as precedent: 15 to 20 years ago, a human checking AI's moves could beat a standalone AI or human, but machines have since... Read more ›
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Apple is starting to test end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) RCS messages with the developer beta of iOS 26.4 released Monday. Apple announced plans last year to support the feature, and once fully available, it will let iPhone and Android users send encrypted RCS messages to each other across platforms. However, with this initial implementation, Apple is […] Read more ›
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The Xiaomi 17 series is gearing up for a global launch with a lower-capacity battery. Read more ›
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If you’ve been using a decent gaming monitor and wondering why people obsess over OLED, this is the type of discount that makes the upgrade feel justified. The Alienware AW2725DF is $499.99 for a limited time, down from $649.99 (23% off). What makes it interesting is the combo: QD-OLED, 2560×1440, 360Hz, and 0.03ms response. That ... Read more ›
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Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will be no more this spring. According to Activision, servers will be taken offline for this mobile battle royale game on April 17, 2026. The shooter will remain available for current players until that date. This mobile port of the CoD battle royale mode has been on its way to a finale for the past year, with the game studio sharing in May 2025 that... Read more ›
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The game's airborne action makes for some good blasting, even if not all of it soars. Read more ›
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New Delhi's air quality index averaged 349 in December and 307 in January -- levels the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency classifies as hazardous -- and the months-long smog season that forces more than 30 million residents to endure respiratory illness has this year sparked something new: public protest. Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at India Gate on November 9 to demand government action; police detained more than a dozen people, and... Read more ›
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Makita makes some pretty excellent heavy duty drills. Currently, there are two models available depending on how heavy the duty is. Which one should you go for? Read more ›
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Hideki Sato, the ‘Father of Sega Hardware,' passed away just ahead of the weekend. Read more ›
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The eclipse will be visible across North America, but set your alarm -- you'll need to stay up late to see it. Read more ›
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According to The New York Times, Musk described a proposed facility that would include a massive catapult designed to launch satellites into space. Read more ›
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The sixth-generation Waymo Driver is designed to better navigate extreme weather. Here's where the self-driving company operates and where it's headed soon. Read more ›
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Exclusive: Debuting at New York Toy Fair, the Rebel Ops blasters let you focus on offensive, defensive and stealth tactics for your next battle. Read more ›
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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 10. Read more ›
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Stop letting that box of tangled cables and ancient printer live rent-free in your home. Read more ›
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2026 is already full of increases for music and TV streamers, and we want to help you keep up with changing costs. Read more ›
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The actor, who died of cancer on Wednesday at just 48, made his mark on television and cinema. Read more ›
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Apple's latest update adds end-to-end encryption to RCS messaging, alongside a new Android transfer tool and other new minor tweaks. Read more ›
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