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• How much data does your favorite messaging app collect? New study shows 90% of messaging apps now include AI that puts privacy at risk [1d]
• One year ago, Ukraine launched Operation Spiderweb to destroy billions of dollars worth of Russian combat planes – It 'served as a warning to the United States' [1d]
• Final Fantasy 7 Revelation let's you jump out of an airship Fortnite style [1d]
• ‘Our hardware is designed to be picked up and shaken about’: Aquark Technologies takes quantum sensing outside of the lab as a viable GNSS alternative [1d]
• We've called Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 'the best headphones for runners', and this 25% EOFY discount has arrived just in time for marathon season [1d]
• Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, June 6 (game #1594) [1d]
• NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, June 6 (game #825) [1d]
• NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, June 6 (game #1091) [1d]
• 9 dog-care gadgets that are so clever they deserve a treat — including an ingenious on-the-go water solution and a 'canine FitBit' [2d]
• Quote of the day by former Apple design chief Jony Ive: "When something exceeds your ability to understand how it works it sort of becomes magical" — wisdom on the power of simplicity [2d]
• It was always the plan to make a Dylan-focused game, says Control Resonant art director, but creating a 'high level' world came first — 'We create the world, and then there are opportunities to have these different lenses into it, or different stories' [2d]
• Remedy says Control Resonant's shapeshifting weapon was conceptualized for the first game when it considered enabling Jesse's gun to turn into a sword — 'We really needed to make sure that this is something that works and is fun on a very visceral level' [2d]
• Inside the "disappearing battery" revolution — how forest-powered supercapacitors could keep wireless sensors running for years [2d]
• Ex-Google CEO is key to Ukraine's most formidable drone weapon to date - $5000 Hornet can carry 5Kg of explosives on a 200Km, one-way trip [2d]
• I just watched a robot kick a child and I'm over it — let's keep robots away from people until these bots are 100% safe [2d]
• Mark Rosewater's infectious love of Marvel has changed my mind on Magic: The Gathering's next Universes Beyond set [2d]
• Meta’s smart glasses might soon sport facial recognition — and the code to power this dystopian feature is already present in the Meta AI app on your phone [2d]
• All the latest Summer Game Fest 2026 announcements live from the show in Los Angeles [2d]
• 'Fraud won’t be tolerated in this country any longer': FBI releases Most Wanted Fraudsters list to help fight the crime that 'costs Americans tens of billions of dollars every year' [2d]
• China combats US carrier restrictions by opening telecoms pilots to foreign outfits – Beijing drops 50% foreign ownership cap to attract new investment [2d]
• The Dyson HushJet Mini Cool is the powerful personal fan you won't want to live without this summer — and it's surprisingly reasonably priced, too [2d]
• Creative's Katana V2X speaker potentially has a serious vulnerability that could allow hackers to attack your PC, and there's only one way to avoid it [2d]
• Google Health is getting a staggering 14 new upgrades after Fitbit users dragged it through the dirt, and it’s just the start of Google’s wider improvement plans — but will it be enough to keep users satisfied? [2d]
• 2.6 million DentaQuest accounts exposed by data breach – ShinyHunters claim 234GB of data stolen [2d]
• Fuze review: this explosive new thriller movie will keep you on the edge of your seat — but wastes its all-star cast [2d]
• ‘This is a fundamental shift in how we prepare for pandemics’: Researchers used AI and known genetic codes to develop a ‘fundamentally new’ vaccine that ‘could help speed up the roll out vaccines to benefit people all over the world’ [2d]
• Hackers abused Stripe and Google Tag Manager to launch a credit card theft campaign and host stolen payment details [2d]
• Nvidia RTX 5000 Super GPU refreshes could arrive in 2026 after all — with a surprise addition that won't destroy your wallet like the others [2d]
• This year's PC Gaming Show will provide looks at more than 50 games and also feature a behind-the-scenes look at one of my most anticipated games of the year — here's how to tune in [2d]
• DaVinci Resolve 21 (2026) review: Our top free video editing app gets big improvements and a new Lightroom-style Photos tool for color-grading images [2d]
• One of my all-time favourite JRPGs has been announced for the Xbox Game Pass lineup for June ahead of the Xbox Games Showcase [2d]
• The 11 best headphones, speakers, soundbars, and streamers we saw at the High End Vienna 2026 hi-fi show [2d]
• Russian Roskomnadzor accused of launching active DDoS attacks on VPN services — here's what we know so far [2d]
• The early Prime Day appliance deals worth shopping right now — record-low prices from Ninja, Shark, Tineco and Instant Pot [2d]
• FIFA World Cup 2026 hype kicks off fraud, fake apps, and ransomware targeting fans and businesses [2d]
• How to watch Spain vs England: Free Streams & TV Channels for Women's World Cup 2027 qualifier [2d]
• Masters of the Universe director Travis Knight says we 'haven't seen the last of Skeletor' — and one of the new sci-fi fantasy movie's end credits scenes proves it [2d]
• I test 4K Blu-ray for a living and these are the 4 discs I'm most looking forward to in June 2026 — one of which I think will be 'reference quality' [2d]
• This $1.33 per month VPN is the most customizable option out there — perfect if you're after a secure connection tailored to your exact needs [2d]
• The Future Game Show Summer Showcase airs tomorrow and will offer an extended look at Exodus, as well reveal new trailers and game announcements — here's when you can tune in [2d]
• 'Not your usual business PC': Dell Pro Max Tower T2 workstation with a Core Ultra 9 CPU, RTX 2000 Ada graphics, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD delivers insanely powerful performance and professional reliability — and it's $900 off right now [2d]
• Panasonic Lumix L10 vs Fujifilm X100VI: two of my favorite premium compact cameras, but which one is best for everyday photography? [2d]
• 'Nintendo products are fully compliant with these requirements' — A new Nintendo Switch 2 model featuring a removable battery will be released in the EU soon to meet regulations [2d]
• Anthropic's bizarre call for everyone to slow down on AI is a pipe dream — here's why that will never happen [2d]
• Proxmox VE virtualization platform review [2d]
• Google Fitbit Air review: The affordable Whoop alternative hits all the right notes, but its messy AI-powered app holds it back from greatness [2d]
• Rivals season 2 episode 6 has the worst cliffhanger ending of any TV show this decade — and it proves why streamers like Hulu and Disney+ are doing so badly by its LGBTQIA+ characters [2d]
• iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 rumors: which 2026 foldable is shaping up to be the better phone? [2d]
• Amazon finally price-matches this 'extremely powerful' Windows 11 mini PC ahead of Prime Day — and it's my favorite machine for professionals and creators [2d]
• Russian hackers attack Europe for the Motherland in crypto fueled Great Patriotic Cyber War [2d]
• KVM virtual machine software review [2d]
• Why everyday Workplace Tech Frustration is hybrid work's biggest unsolved problem [2d]
• Two DACs for wildly different budgets unveiled at High End, from iFi's pocketable pal to AMR's 'price on request' hunk of hi-res conversion [2d]
• After spending all week gawking at the new MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, I think I’m finally ready to bid adieu to my beloved Steam Deck [2d]
• Agentic AI traffic from financial services industry doubles in a single month – finance could be the next industry to experience the AI boom [2d]
• ‘One of the most easily adjustable pre-built boards available’ — I reviewed Wobkey’s 65% mechanical keyboard and its toolless case design makes swapping out its parts a breeze [2d]
• Canada’s Bill C-22: Why Signal, Apple, and top VPNs are fighting the 'surveillance' law [2d]
• The World Cup will be broadcast in Dolby Vision HDR and higher-quality Dolby Atmos using the new AC-4 streaming format for the first time — but only Peacock subscribers will be celebrating this victory [2d]
• 7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (June 5) [2d]
• Rethinking cyber defense in government with continuous exposure management [2d]
• ‘In the worst cases, they could lose all their A-level grades’: Students could resort to using smart glasses and hidden ear pieces to cheat in exams — but it’s not just a threat to UK schools [2d]
• The MacBook Neo kickstarted an 8GB RAM trend — and seeing new Windows 11 laptops from Dell, Acer, and Microsoft following its lead has me worried [2d]
• Masters of the Universe end-credits scene teases the long-overdue live-action debut of a popular He-Man character — and its director 'would love' to give them the big-screen treatment that they deserve [2d]
• Dutton Ranch episode 5 recap: a shock death, an unexpected return and a deal with the Devil that I already know will end in total disaster for the Yellowstone legacy [2d]
• Amazon drops early deals ahead of Prime Day later this month — here are the top 18 offers I've found [2d]
• 'They want to build a moat': Anthropic's scary warnings about rapid AI 'self-improvement' and 'temporarily' pausing development aren’t convincing the cynics [2d]
• Seagate FireCuda X Vault review: Large capacity and decent transfer rates make this external hard drive a great solution for video and photography [2d]
• Forget Prime Day: these are the best AI-enabled all-in-one inkjet deals I've found in HP's big printer sale, with massive savings and free Instant Ink [2d]
• Exclusive: Fairphone CEO teases ‘two new products’ that will ‘really push the envelope’ for sustainable tech — could we be about to see the first Fairtablet? [2d]
• Exclusive: Fairphone CEO teases ‘two new products’ that will ‘really push the envelope’ for sustainable tech — could we be about to see the first Fairtablet? [2d]
• The Steam Machine could be weeks away from launch, as Valve confirms it will ship 'this summer' — but there's still no price tag, and experts think it could start at USD 1,200 [2d]
• A year on, my Switch 2 has more than proved its worth — but Nintendo needs to act fast if it wants to break its generational curse [2d]
• This 'simply adorable' Obsbot webcam just hit its lowest price ahead of Prime Day — the Meet SE is a perfect budget upgrade [2d]
• I'm a dad and these are the tech gifts and gadgets I'd love my kid to buy me for Father's Day 2026 [2d]
• How to watch Monaco Grand Prix 2026 F1: Live Stream, Preview, Schedule [2d]
• 'Slow or unreliable broadband is still a daily frustration for millions': Almost 9 in 10 Brits say fast Wi-Fi is ‘essential’ to their daily life [2d]
• Two of the most outrageous High End Vienna speakers we've ever seen just launched, and they sit at very opposite ends of the scale [2d]
• ‘Let it be their undoing’: Instagram Plus is rolling out globally, and users aren’t happy about the idea of paying for an app that’s always been free [2d]
• Why 95% of enterprise GPUs sit idle while AI startups can't get compute [2d]
• When dust means downtime: why data centers need rigorous preventive maintenance [2d]
• 'Workers’ trust in a recognisable corporate logo has been broken': 2 in 3 workers are ditching big corporations for small businesses [2d]
• AI without regret: Enabling speed, insight, and automation while maintaining control [2d]
• How to watch Mensik vs Zverev: FREE Live Streams & TV Channels for French Open 2026 semi-final [2d]
• Inside Europe’s factories - why AI still isn’t delivering [2d]
• Why decades-old attacks still work, and why that should worry you [2d]
• Modders are turning Meta Ray-Bans into spy glasses — it’s not cool, it’s creepy, and I hate it [2d]
• Ninja French Door Air Fryer and Countertop Oven does it all — but it cooks faster than you might expect, so you'll need to keep an eye on it [2d]
• Your AI content sounds right. That's exactly the problem. [2d]
• Someone is impersonating our business: 5 ways to fight digital squatting [2d]
• I love Logitech's MX Master 4 mouse, but the older MX Master 3S for AU$99.99 is the better buy — here's why [2d]
• Looking to buy a new Samsung mini-LED TV for the World Cup? I tested two side-by-side and it's an 'opportune time' to pick up 2025's flagship set with Prime Day coming up [2d]
• 'We definitely are also analog people': WiiM's CEO talks to us about developing its first soundbar, Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, why it doesn't support Apple AirPlay 2, and balancing digital audio expertise with analog output [2d]