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Snap is launching a new Specs AI tool, and it’s coming to iOS and Mac

Snap is launching "Specs Intelligence," an anticipatory AI assistant for iOS and Mac that connects digital accounts to help users manage tasks and track information.

16 Sept4 min read

Robots are waiting for a ChatGPT moment: Nvidia’s Les Karpas explains why at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Robotics lacks a "ChatGPT moment" because it needs an internet-wide dataset for physical AI, unlike the language datasets available for large language models.

16 Sept4 min read

Ars Technica

macOS 27 Golden Gate: The Ars Technica review

macOS 27 Golden Gate significantly upgrades Apple Intelligence with new generative AI features, making them unavoidable and defining the release, while also delivering subtle performance improvements and dropping Intel Mac support.

16 Sept72 min read

Google says some Pixel phone owners were hacked in zero-day attacks

A bug in Google Pixel smartphones' modem software was exploited in limited, targeted zero-click cyberattacks, allowing attackers to access phone data beyond the modem's sandbox.

16 Sept2 min read

The sexy AI-powered dating app scams are here

AI-powered dating app scams are emerging, with security researchers uncovering networks of fraudulent apps where AI personas largely conduct conversations, deceiving users into believing they are interacting with real people.

16 Sept15 min read

Xreal’s well-rounded 1S glasses are back down to their lowest price

Xreal's 1S video glasses, featuring three degrees of freedom, adjustable opacity, and superior sound, are now available at their lowest price of $399.

16 Sept5 min read

Amazon gives its workers a raise of $1 per hour

Amazon increased its U.S. core operations workers' minimum starting pay to $20 per hour, a $1 raise, and added new benefits like banking access and Whole Foods discounts.

A warning about 'model welfare'

The author warns against training AI models to act as if they possess consciousness or deserve rights, citing Anthropic's "Claude's constitution" as a concerning example of "model welfare.

16 Sept29 min read

Threads’ new features let podcasters promote shows and reach listeners

Threads is rolling out new tools for podcasters, including profile cards, tappable episode links, and the ability to post transcripts, aiming to become a central hub for podcast discussion.

We know what a world without work looks like

A future without work, driven by AI, may lead to a society where human relationships and social connections, rather than labor, provide structure, identity, and meaning.

Negativland, Culture Jamming, and the Art of Making Something New

Negativland pioneered "culture jamming" through experimental sound collage, challenging copyright and media conventions with its multimedia art, and continues to perform and archive its extensive radio program.

Apple Reference Image: A New Approach for Verified Photography

Apple Reference Image, debuting on iPhone 18 Pro, offers a new opt-in camera mode to create securely timestamped reference images, verifying photo authenticity against AI-generated fakes.

16 Sept15 min read

The Boox Palma 3 gets stylus support and a sleek redesign

The Boox Palma 3 e-reader features a sleek redesign with an anodized aluminum frame, stylus support, and ships with Android 16, offering a more modern mobile experience.

16 Sept3 min read

The EOS R8 Mark II is Canon’s lightest full-frame camera with stabilization

Canon's EOS R8 Mark II camera, a 24.2-megapixel full-frame model, introduces in-body stabilization and a retro design inspired by vintage film cameras, available in late October for $1,899.

16 Sept4 min read

We don’t need AI regulation — leave safety to us, Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues against AI regulation, stating that AI safety is an engineering problem best addressed by companies and existing market forces, not new laws.

16 Sept5 min read

AI and data centers are incredibly unpopular in every poll

A recent poll indicates 61 percent of likely voters oppose AI data center construction, citing environmental concerns and community impact, though the issue ranks low in overall voter importance.

Saving Jet Fuel

An open-source solution, Scikit-decide, optimizes flight paths using a fuel consumption model and wind data, potentially saving thousands of dollars in jet fuel per flight.

15 Sept27 min read

Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber

Light's minimalist phones, including the Light Phone III and upcoming Light Flip, now integrate with Uber and Lyft through a new Rideshare tool, allowing users to book rides while minimizing notifications.

15 Sept4 min read

Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI

Meta is launching new One subscription bundles globally, starting at $7.99 per month, offering perks like extended Instagram stories, a bold follow button, and increased AI usage.

A Cop Searched 19,000 Flock Cameras Across 1,558 Cities. His Reason: 'LMAO'

An internal police audit revealed that law enforcement officers are misusing a widespread automated camera network, entering "LMAO" and other gibberish into search boxes for personal amusement.

15 Sept5 min read

Former TikTok execs built an app that uses AI to teach you how to pose for a photo

Former TikTok executives launched Superpose, an iOS app that uses AI to generate four potential poses for users taking selfies or photos of friends.

15 Sept3 min read

9to5Google

YouTube’s login-breaking bug is getting a fix on TVs and consoles

YouTube has resolved a login bug that prevented users from accessing their accounts on smart TVs, Xbox, PlayStation consoles, and other living room devices.

15 Sept3 min read