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Friend re-launches its AI pendant with a speaker that talks to you, for twice the price
Friend has re-launched its AI pendant with a built-in speaker, allowing the device to respond aloud rather than only through messages. The change is significant because the company is positioning a more overtly conversational form of AI companionship despite earlier public criticism of the product and concern about dependence on technology. The pendant now costs…
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Blanche Vote Delayed as White House Clashes With Noah Kahan
Republican opposition clouds Todd Blanche’s nomination, while the White House rebukes Noah Kahan. Nintendo updates Xenoblade and NFL Academy graduate Seydou Traore joins the Miami Dolphins.
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Travelers clash after TSA shares surprising guidance about airport etiquette
The US Transportation Security Administration has prompted an online debate after suggesting passengers could bring hammocks to airports to rest during long layovers. The advice drew attention because, while it may offer a novel way to relax, using a hammock in a busy terminal could affect space, safety and other travellers’ comfort. In a social-media…
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Expensive phone cases: When and why it’s worth paying more
As smartphones become more expensive and central to daily life, a protective case can be worthwhile insurance against damage and data loss. The article argues that paying more is justified only when it buys genuinely protective construction, useful features or more sustainable materials, rather than simply a premium appearance. Effective cases generally use flexible, impact-absorbing…
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The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod finishing what Naughty Dog started now supports 4v4 matches after “big milestone” update
A fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 on PC can now support full 4v4 matches, a development milestone that moves it closer to recreating an online mode absent from the official sequel. The progress matters to fans because Naughty Dog cancelled its standalone The Last of Us Online project, leaving no…
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Okta buys AI security startup Permiso; source says for about $200M
Okta has agreed to acquire AI identity-security startup Permiso Security, aiming to strengthen its ability to protect AI agents and other machine identities in corporate systems. The deal reflects a broader shift in identity security from checking users at login to monitoring the activity of people, applications and autonomous software after access has been granted.…
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Bethesda’s New Logo Looks Like It Actually Belongs To A Video Game Company
GameSpot reports that Bethesda has unveiled a redesigned logo, presenting it as a clearer fit for a video game company’s identity. The change matters because Bethesda is a prominent publisher and developer, so even a relatively small rebrand is likely to attract attention from its audience. The article’s title suggests the new design is seen…
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Google says it has fixed a Pixel battery drain issue, but some users disagree
Google says its July software update fixes a battery-drain problem affecting Pixel 9- and 10-series phones, while fixes for the Pixel 8a and 9a are due in September. The issue matters because users reported severely reduced battery life, apparently linked to the phone’s processor running continuously in the background even when the device was unused.…
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Lumines Remastered officially gets a surprise release on iOS and Android
Lumines Remastered has been released unexpectedly for iOS and Android, marking the cult puzzle series’ first mobile return in a decade. The 2018 remaster of the original PSP title is free to try, with the full game available for £7.99, bringing its music-driven block-matching gameplay to modern phones. The port, developed by Sound Games with…
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AI Startup Fairground, Founded by Xumo Creator, to Launch First AI-Exclusive FAST Channel (EXCLUSIVE)
Fairground Entertainment, an AI studio founded by Xumo creator Colin Petrie-Norris, plans to launch what it describes as the first free, ad-supported streaming television channel exclusively for AI-generated films and shows. The move matters because it seeks to give AI creators a curated, large-screen distribution route beyond short social-media clips and traditional industry gatekeepers. Called…