Microsoft reports strong cloud earnings, with Windows and Xbox up too

Microsoft just posted the fourth and final quarter of its 2025 fiscal financial results. The software maker made $76.4 billion in revenue and a net income of $27.2 billion during Q4. Revenue is up 18 percent, and net income has increased by 24 percent. Like clockwork, cloud services are the strong point of Microsoft’s revenue this quarter. […]

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8BitDo’s wireless Nintendo 64 controller is now available

Analogue’s 4K remake of the Nintendo 64 has been delayed again and again due to the US tariff situation. But at least you can get 8BitDo’s updated take on the N64 controller, which was announced alongside the Analogue 3D, while you wait. You can get one through Amazon in white or black for $39.99 and […]

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Layoffs hit CNET as its parent company goes on a buying spree

Ziff Davis, the media conglomerate that owns outlets like CNET, ZDNet, PCMag, and Mashable is laying off 15 percent of its unionized workforce, for a total of 23 people. The majority of layoffs are coming from CNET, where 19 people will lose their jobs — even as Ziff Davis goes on a shopping spree. The […]

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Dropbox is shutting down its password manager

Dropbox is discontinuing its password manager. The tool, Dropbox Passwords, will be discontinued on October 28th, and the company is recommending that you transfer your passwords to another app like 1Password ahead of that date. The company will shut down Dropbox Passwords in phases. Starting August 28th, Dropbox Passwords will be view-only from both the […]

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Expert tips: How to Keep an Eye on Every International Order

Why international orders cause so much worry Shopping online from around the world is easier than ever. With just a few clicks, you can buy handmade goods from Italy, the latest tech from Japan, or budget fashion straight from Chinese marketplaces. But once you place your order, the waiting game begins, and for many shoppers,...

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PUBG’s plan to beat Fortnite, Roblox, and every other game

Roblox and Fortnite are two of the biggest games around, and a huge part of why is because they aren't just one game: instead, they're vast platforms where you can party up with your friends, dress up in ridiculous digital outfits, and quickly jump from one experience to another. Back in the day, Fortnite copied […]

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Zuckerberg signals Meta won’t open source all of its ‘superintelligence’ AI models

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared his vision on Wednesday for “personal superintelligence,” the idea that people should be able to use AI to achieve their personal goals, create, connect, and lead fulfilling lives. Smuggled into the letter is a signal that Meta is shifting how it plans to ensure widespread access to superintelligence, a suggestion that the company’s most advanced AI may remain closed so that Meta can stay in the driver’s seat.

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Google is using AI age checks to lock down user accounts

Google will soon cast an even wider net with its AI age estimation technology. After announcing plans to find and restrict underage users on YouTube, the company now says it will start detecting whether Google users based in the US are under 18. Age estimation is rolling out over the next few weeks and will […]

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You can hide an AirTag in Skechers’ new kid shoes

If you’re a parent with kids in school or who are independently exploring your neighborhood for the first time, there’s a good chance you’ve considered stashing a tracker somewhere on their person for added peace of mind. Skechers is making that a little easier with a new line of sneakers for kids that feature a […]

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Microsoft is getting ready for GPT-5 with a new Copilot smart mode

I reported last week that OpenAI is planning to launch GPT-5 in early August, as part of an effort to simplify and combine its large language models. Just a day after my report, references to GPT-5 were spotted inside Microsoft's Copilot web app, hinting at a new smart mode. Sources familiar with Microsoft's AI plans […]

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Ready or not, age verification is rolling out across the internet

On July 25th, the UK became one of the first countries to widely implement age verification. Its Online Safety Act requires sites hosting porn and other content deemed "harmful" - including Reddit, Discord, Grindr, X, and Bluesky - to verify that users are over the age of 18. The early results have been chaotic. While […]

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DJI finally brings its impressive Amflow e-bike to US trails

Starting today, DJI’s Amflow electric mountain bike range is available to buy in the United States. It comes over a year since the showcase for DJI’s very impressive Avinox drive system was launched in Europe, sending shockwaves through the industry and leaving stalwarts like Bosch and Specialized struggling to respond. What’s most impressive about the Avinox system […]

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How Edward ‘Big Balls’ Coristine and DOGE Got Access to a Federal Payroll System That Serves the FBI

Hundreds of pages of records reviewed by WIRED show just how quickly DOGE gained access to systems at the Small Business Administration—and through it, a USDA system that handles payroll for federal law enforcement.

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Pokémon TCG Pocket will change card art after plagiarism accusations

While you can now start collecting Pokémon TCG Pocket‘s Johto-themed Wisdom of Sea and Sky expansion, two of the set’s rarest cards are being changed in response to concerns about art theft. Soon after dataminers began posting images of Wisdom of Sea and Sky’s cards on Tuesday, Chinese artist lanjiujiu took to their X account […]

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Minnesota activates National Guard as cyberattack on Saint Paul disrupts public services

Gov. Tim Walz activated the state military's cyber forces to help ensure public services continue to run as the city of Saint Paul battles an ongoing cyberattack.

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Elon Musk’s Boring Company announces plan to tunnel under Nashville

Elon Musk’s Boring Company has announced plans to dig tunnels under Nashville, creating a loop that will connect the city’s downtown with the Nashville International Airport. The Boring Company says it will begin construction “immediately” following approval and expects the first 10-mile phase to be operational as early as next year, as reported earlier by […]

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Peacock’s adaptation finally feels like Twisted Metal in season 2

The first season of Twisted Metal was almost like a prologue. Peacock's adaptation of the long-dormant PlayStation game series spent 10 episodes setting up its car-focused post-apocalyptic world and most of the major characters, all while rattling off a never-ending barrage of jokes. But it never really felt all that much like the games it […]

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The latest MacBook Air with M4 is down to its lowest price ever

If you need a laptop for school or work, our top recommendation is Apple’s 13-Inch MacBook Air with the M4 chip, which is at an all-time low price of $799 ($200 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. The machine is thin and light, yet its M4 chip is powerful enough to handle more intense workloads, […]

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Will online safety laws become the next tariff bargaining chip?

President Donald Trump and other Republicans have railed for years against foreign regulation of US tech companies, including online safety laws. As the US fights a global tariff war, it may bring those rules under fire - just as some of them are growing teeth. Over the past weeks, Trump has touted a blitz of […]

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Mark Zuckerberg promises you can trust him with superintelligent AI

Hours before Meta’s earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared his vision for the future of AI: personalized super-smart AI for everyone — especially in the form of wearable glasses.  He said his vision is for everyone to have an AI tool that “helps you achieve your goals, create what you want to see in the world, […]

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17 Soft Summer Dresses That Feel Like Wearing Pajamas — All Under $35

No matter the season, butter-soft fabrics are always in. With many of Us on the brink of another heatwave, now is the time to add soft and stretchy dresses to your collection. Don’t worry — we did the hard work and put together a list with stellar essentials that are all under $35. Browse through […]

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Mariah Carey Shares Rare Insight Into Coparenting Twins With Nick Cannon

Mariah Carey offered a rare update on her coparenting situation with ex-husband Nick Cannon. “How do I say this? They spend time with him, and they have a good time,” Carey, 56, shared in a Harper’s Bazaar profile published on Tuesday, July 29. “They spend time with me, and they have a good time.” Carey […]

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Inside the LG G5’s shocking last-place finish at the 2025 TV Shootout

The 2025 TV Shootout went down over the weekend, and the results are shocking: yes, the Sony Bravia 8 II won the overall competition and my personal award for silliest name, but the LG G5 came in last place by a huge margin. I was one of the judges, and I think I have a […]

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Heather Rae El Moussa Breaks Silence on HGTV Cancellations, Teases ‘Flip Off’

Heather Rae El Moussa addressed the ongoing cancellations at HGTV — and what it means for season 2 of The Flip Off. The reality star, 37, spoke exclusively with Us Weekly while promoting a new PETA campaign that features her 2-year-old son, Tristan, and revealed whether she heard from the network after seven shows were […]

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TikTok videos are about to get crowdsourced fact checks on them

TikTok is officially rolling out Footnotes, a community fact-checking program that’s supposed to add helpful context to videos. With this update, US-based users will start seeing Footnotes on videos in the coming weeks, and will also get the option to rate them. After allowing people to join the Footnotes pilot in April, TikTok says almost […]

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Ozzy Osbourne’s Family Is Visibly Emotional at His Funeral Procession

Ozzy Osbourne‘s loved ones honored him at a funeral procession through his hometown of Birmingham, England. Osbourne’s family attended his funeral on Wednesday, July 30, as fans lined the streets to issue their own goodbyes to the music legend. After visiting Broad Street, Osbourne’s coffin was laid with purple flowers before the procession stopped on […]

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Nintendo’s next Switch 2 Direct is on July 31st

Now that the Switch 2 is out, and the console’s biggest exclusives — Mario Kart World, and Donkey Kong Bananza — are delighting fans, it’s time to see what else this thing can do. Nintendo’s hosting its next Direct presentation on Thursday July 31st bright and early at 9 AM ET. You can watch the […]

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‘Love Island USA’ Stars Publicly Slam Kenny Amid Messy Split From JaNa 

The cast of Love Island USA season 6 has chosen sides in JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez‘s messy split — and the group is overwhelmingly Team JaNa. Season 6, which premiered in June 2024, introduced JaNa as an original Islander who first formed connections with Coye Simmons and Connor Newsum before Kenny caught her eye. […]

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Adobe releases Windows on Arm versions of Premiere Pro and After Effects

Adobe is finally releasing Windows on Arm versions of Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Media Encoder this week. All four apps are available as public beta versions, but they do lack some features or have some known issues compared to the versions available for Intel-powered systems. The native ARM64 version of Premiere Pro won’t […]

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 review: more of a good thing

It's the flip phone paradox: if you want to be more mindful about your mobile device usage, you need more screen, not less. I know. But I swear it's true: with a bigger cover screen, you get more than just a new way to check notifications. You can actually get shit done. Things that are […]

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Hulk Hogan’s Friend Eric Bischoff Describes His Condition Before Death

Hulk Hogan’s longtime friend and business partner Eric Bischoff is describing his final meeting with the wrestling icon two weeks before Hogan’s death on July 24. Speaking on a recent episode of his “83 Weeks” podcast, the former WCW wrestling executive said he visited Hogan at home in Clearwater, Florida, “a couple of weeks ago” when […]

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Summer I Turned Pretty’s Belly Mocks Conrad Before Show Changes Point of View

The Summer I Turned Pretty fans are so close to getting Conrad’s perspective, which almost makes up for having to first watch Belly and Jeremiah mock him in the show’s newest episode. Let’s rewind to the start of the Wednesday, July 30, episode, which showed Belly (Lola Tung) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) dealing with the […]

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