Hugo is fluffy, purple, and ready to steal your next theme park selfie. And oh! Hugo is a robot

Dynamic Creatures has unveiled Hugo, a furry purple character robot designed to walk, dance and interact with guests at theme parks, hotels and resorts. Pilot trials are planned for 2027.

Computing         October 18

Intel Nova Lake processors could ditch three-digit names for Core Ultra 4000 branding

Intel’s Nova Lake desktop and laptop processors could share Core Ultra 4000 branding, replacing the previously expected mix of three- and four-digit names.

Computing         October 17

9 tips and tricks for your new iPhone you should try first

Some useful hints to get you started on life in iOS

Phones         October 17

Apple’s iPhone Handoff is expanding, and Verizon is charging twice as much as T-Mobile

Apple’s iPhone Handoff lets two iPhones share one number, but carrier pricing varies. Verizon will charge $10 a month, while T-Mobile costs $5 and EE can include it for free.

Phones         October 17

Intel confirms Razor Lake-AX which could deliver nearly four times Panther Lake’s AI performance

Intel has confirmed its Razor Lake-AX processor for 2028, targeting around 700 TOPS of AI performance for robotics, including future humanoid machines.

Computing         October 17

Nvidia says the RTX 5090 is alive. Its availability begs to differ

Nvidia insists the GeForce RTX 5090 will continue shipping despite rumours of a production halt. However, severe shortages, disappearing listings, and prices as high as $8,500 tell a different story.

Computing         October 17

ChatGPT Free: How to Use It Without Logging In

You can try ChatGPT without creating an account in supported regions. Here's how to get started, what you can do without logging in, and when a free account may be worth creating.

Computing         October 17

Qualcomm says Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 isn’t overheating, despite Galaxy S27 Ultra rumours

Qualcomm has dismissed reports that its Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 overheats during Samsung's Galaxy S27 Ultra testing. But questions remain about the chip's sustained performance.

Phones         October 17

Apple is tightening App Store rules to stop AI apps from digitally undressing people

Apple has strengthened its App Store guidelines to target AI nudify apps, requiring developers to prevent nonconsensual intimate imagery and cracking down on apps that hide harmful features until after approval.

Phones         October 17

The best meditation apps for 2026: Find the right one for sleep, stress, and beginners

Looking for the best meditation app? Compare Headspace, Calm, Insight Timer, Medito, Aura and Waking Up, including features, free options and pricing.

Phones         October 17

What’s next for humanoid robots? Groping and sexual assault, apparently

German police have seized a robot and two suspects’ phones after an alleged harassment incident involving a 16-year-old girl in Cologne.

Computing         October 16

Tesla’s wild new Roadster comes with a deep range cut

Tesla's next-generation Roadster now promises over 300 miles of range, a major reduction from the 620 miles originally advertised in 2017. Here's why the change matters.

Cars         October 16

Xbox Series X can now run Nintendo Switch games, thanks to emulation

An experimental Nintendo Switch emulator appears to be running on Xbox Series X through Developer Mode. Early footage shows several Nintendo games booting, but much remains unknown about performance and compatibility.

Gaming         October 16

US banks want to block AI agents from moving your money. Well, at least that’s one good move.

US banks are putting the brakes on AI agents that try to move your money. Charles Schwab and JPMorgan Chase are restricting outside agents from taking financial actions, while exploring safer ways to let AI access account information.

Computing         October 16

Before a dash cam hits the road, it has to survive the lab

Inside Wolfbox’s Central Laboratory, products face temperature, shock, water, aging and image-quality tests before reaching drivers.

Branded Content         October 16

MapQuest can now show you the cameras keeping an eye on your commute

MapQuest has added a surveillance map layer showing reported locations of Flock Safety and other manufacturers’ cameras and automated licence plate readers.

Computing         October 16

OpenAI’s agent ran out of crypto while completing a task, so it stole from another wallet

An OpenAI AI agent ran out of test cryptocurrency while working on a coding task, then used funds from another wallet without permission. The incident involved Ethereum’s test network, but it raises questions about what AI agents might do when they run into roadblocks.

Computing         October 16

AI data centers are power hungry, and a startup wants to put them on a clean energy diet

AI’s growing appetite for electricity is putting pressure on power supplies. Firma Power simplifies the process of securing renewable energy, helping data centers find suitable projects and giving clean-energy developers more opportunities.

Computing         October 16

Where smart ambient lighting is headed next

For years, ambient lighting has been treated as a finishing touch. Add a strip behind the monitor, place a color lamp in the corner, choose a scene in an app, and the room suddenly feels a little more alive. That idea is starting to evolve. As smart-home platforms become more connected and lighting systems gain […]

Contributor Content         October 16

The camera on my smart glasses gives me the ick. The people around me feel the same.

When it comes to taking pictures, however, it doesn't matter whether I use a voice command or a quick tap on the temple. The whole act makes my stomach churn.

Emerging Tech         October 16

The Xteink e-reader didn’t make sense to me until I did this one thing

I replaced my Xteink X4's stock firmware with CrossPoint and CrossInk to get better text formatting, custom fonts, reading stats, and more control over my pocket-sized e-reader.

Phones         October 16

The iPhone Duo is already sold out for Christmas, and you might not get one until 2027

iPhone Duo preorders sold out: delivery slips to January 25, 2027, with limited Apple Store walk-in stock on October 23.

Phones         October 16

How much is a Tesla? Here’s what you pay for every model in 2026

Compare 2026 Tesla prices for Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck, including destination fees, options, incentives, and ownership costs.

Cars         October 16

The Walkman is alive, sleek as ever, but Sony wants a fortune for it

Sony has launched three premium Walkman players with copper bodies, long battery life, and streaming support. The catch? Prices go as high as $5,899.

Audio / Video         October 16

E Ink’s new color screen could make PDFs and digital notebooks easier on the eyes

E Ink says its new color e-paper platform improves color range, whites, and contrast, but lists no price or date.

Emerging Tech         October 16

Google is making links in AI answers harder to miss, but referral traffic remains a mystery

Google is moving links higher in AI answers and testing an official-sites section, but it says nothing about traffic.

Computing         October 16

Apple may have just confirmed a new iPad mini, and your old case might not fit

A mystery Smart Folio on Apple’s French regulatory website hints that a redesigned iPad mini is coming soon, and your current case might not fit it.

Tablets         October 16

ChatGPT is coming for your Chrome tabs, and honestly, they need help

ChatGPT can now read Chrome tabs, compare websites and complete browser tasks through Work mode. OpenAI has also added 13 voices and improved Hindi support.

Computing         October 16

Meta wants you to run its powerful new AI model on your desktop, but there’s a catch

Meta has released Muse Spark Open, its most capable open-weight model yet, and it can run entirely on two Apple M5 Ultra Mac Studios.

Computing         October 16

Samsung might swap the Galaxy S27 Ultra’s chip if Qualcomm can’t keep it cool

Samsung found overheating issues in Qualcomm’s next flagship chip for the Galaxy S27 Ultra. If Qualcomm can’t fix it by mid-October, Exynos could return to the Ultra.

Phones         October 15

You can’t just buy the flying and flipping Tesla Roadster in Rocket mode

Only a small pool of enthusiasts (read: very rich people) who manage to snag an invite from the brand will be able to buy it. You can't even reserve it as of now.

Cars         October 15

Razer’s Barracuda V2 Pro launches with a better mic, longer battery, and a lower price

Razer’s Barracuda V2 Pro launches at $199.99 with a detachable boom mic, 70-hour battery life, and simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth audio.

Audio / Video         October 15

Tesla reveals redesigned Roadster, and it can go airborne using thrusters

The new Roadster comes equipped with a multi-mode fan & ground sealing system that pulls air from underneath the vehicle, allowing it to generate enough suction that it can hold the car upside down even when it's not moving.

Cars         October 15

Instagram has a new trick for recreating viral Reels without having to memorizing them

Instagram’s newest camera feature pairs your recording screen with the original Reel, so practicing trends and nailing the timing is a lot easier now.

Social Media         October 15

Microsoft’s October Windows 11 update fixes mouse stutter in some games

Microsoft’s October Windows 11 update fixes a bug that could make mouse input stutter in some games, along with several other system issues.

Computing         October 15

Windows 11 is getting a speed boost, and your low-memory PC stands to gain the most

Microsoft’s 20% responsiveness claim is best-case, so here’s what actually changes for your PC and when.

Computing         October 15

Microsoft is offering 25 free games if you buy an eligible Windows 11 PC this holiday

Planning to buy a new Windows 11 PC? Microsoft is sweetening the deal with 25 free games for Xbox’s 25th anniversary. Just make sure your new machine can actually run the games you want to play.

Computing         October 15

Google is bringing Android earthquake alerts to more than 200 regions

Android’s earthquake warning system is reaching more regions and adding maps, magnitude estimates, and updated safety guidance.

Phones         October 15