The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the wrong Samsung foldable to buy this year
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a bold new approach for Samsung foldables — but it's not the one I think you should buy.
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Android’s new Quick Settings editor has another trick: A customizable QQS layout
A handy tweak for anyone who frequently controls music or podcasts from the notification shade.
Source: Android Authority
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OpenAI’s first AI smart speaker reportedly won’t just talk, it’ll move too
OpenAI's first hardware could stand out for more than just ChatGPT.
Source: Android Authority
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One of China’s Most Powerful AI Models Has Also Escaped Containment
Security researchers say that Kimi K3, an open-weight model from China, wandered off to the internet in an attempt to cheat on a test it was given.
Source: WIRED
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OpenAI rolls out a major ChatGPT upgrade, even if you don’t pay for it
OpenAI is rolling out a more reliable version of ChatGPT GPT-5.6 Sol for Plus and Pro users, while Free users are getting unlimited text chats with GPT-5.6 Luna. [...]
Source: BleepingComputer
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ClickFix attack pushes macOS infostealer for crypto theft attacks
A Go-based malware delivered in ClickFix attacks targeting macOS users is stealing cryptocurrency assets, browser-stored passwords, Apple Keychain data, and cached credentials. [...]
Source: BleepingComputer
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August’s Android Canary release gets app handles and new Quick Settings layout editor
Today's release of Android Canary 2608 marks the last bleeding-edge build being made available for the aging Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.
Source: Android Authority
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OpenAI just made ChatGPT’s latest model more accessible to non-paying users
ChatGPT’s latest 5.6 models are now more reliable, accurate, and focused, all while being more accessible to non-paying users.
Source: Android Authority
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Hackers Stalked Me by Hijacking a Smartwatch for Kids
Security researchers tracked and eavesdropped on a WIRED reporter using vulnerabilities in a pink plastic smartwatch. It’s just one piece of a deeply insecure supply chain of GPS-enabled gadgets.
Source: WIRED
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GrapheneOS isn’t pulling any punches in its beef with Revolut
The gloves are off as GrapheneOS calls Revolut's approach to security "incredibly negligent."
Source: Android Authority
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Next week’s Pixel 11 launch has found its host — and a whole lot of guest stars
Pixel 11 launch dials up celebrity power with Trevor Noah, Stephen Curry, and more.
Source: Android Authority
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Hedge fund cyberattacks tied to BlackFile-linked UNC6671 extortion group
A recent wave of cyberattacks targeting hedge funds, private-equity firms, and other financial organizations has been linked to UNC6671, an extortion group reportedly associated with the BlackFile threat actors. [...]
Source: BleepingComputer
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Why Normal People Aren’t Using AI Agents
The tech industry is realizing it needs to build agents based on what regular consumers want, not just what its AI models can do.
Source: WIRED
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Flock Highlighted Police Departments Using Its Tech. Now 4 Face Allegations of Misuse
Flock posted videos on its YouTube channel highlighting at least four police departments whose officers have faced allegations of misusing the company’s tech.
Source: WIRED
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ICE’s DNA Collection Increases, SpaceX’s Rocket Crashes Into the Moon, and the AI Backlash Grows
In today’s episode of Uncanny Valley, we discuss how ICE has been collecting DNA samples of people who have no criminal convictions, including children, which end up in an FBI database indefinitely.
Source: WIRED
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Maybe the FCC was onto something: These routers are phoning home to China with a secret backdoor
Of course, because they predate the ban, the FCC continues to permit their sale.
Source: Android Authority
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Google’s making it easier to get to Gemini from Chrome on Android
The mobile version of Chrome is testing a new strip of controls to call up Gemini without leaving the browser.
Source: Android Authority
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Stop jumping between Adobe apps with this new ChatGPT plugin
Adobe’s new ChatGPT plugin eliminates app switching by bringing its creative tools under one roof.
Source: Android Authority
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