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Apple Labor Day 2026 deals now live: AirPods Pro 3, M6 Mac mini, AirTag 2, iPhone, more [Updated]

Update 9/2: Amazon has now dropped the price on AirPods Pro 3 back down to $199 for its Labor Day sale (this is $50 off and actually $1 less than our previous mention).

Samsung's One UI 9 beta is finally coming to the Galaxy S25 family

The beta program is now live

How this Buffalo-based bank is using tech as a competitive edge

In 2018, Michael Wisler became chief information officer at M&T Bank , a now-170-year-old financial institution based in Buffalo, after spending years in technology leadership roles at Capital One.

Google is helping bring cutting-edge battery tech to an old West Virginia strip mine

For decades, a sprawling site in West Virginia was mined for coal, and part of the operation is still active.

Nvidia's controversial, face-changing, gen-AI DLSS 5 tech releases tomorrow for one game, and seems to tank frame-rates

Nvidia's hotly debated DLSS 5 tech, which uses generative AI to apply graphical filters to existing games, arrives this week, albeit only in one game.

Sony says people who buy games technically don't own shit

The company made the argument in an August filing with California's Northern District Court.

At G20, Big Tech and Global Leaders Can’t Escape AI’s Data Center Problem

Growing nationwide opposition to AI and data centers came right up to the summit’s doorstep.

Google defeats U.S. bid to force ad tech sale

A U.S. judge ruled in April 2025 that Google holds illegal monopolies on servers that host publisher ads and ad exchanges which sit between buyers and sellers.

Firelight raises $8 million, expands beyond XRP as it aims to make DeFi less scary for fintechs

The protocol aims to give fintechs and investors a faster way to recover losses from DeFi hacks, while letting XRP, bitcoin and XLM holders earn yield by backing that protection.

Rockstar Games unveils its official GTA Online RP server, mere months before GTA 6

Rockstar Games hasn't said much of anything about GTA 6 's potential multiplayer offerings, but the developer is making strides for GTA Online 's roleplaying community. A watch-only nopixel 5 closed beta is coming next week. Read more

Trump’s DoJ Backs OpenAI In Legal Face Off With New York Times

The government argues that restrictions on AI training will undermine national security, as well as competition among AI companies and news publishers.

GTA VI extended look got 31 million views on Netflix despite six-hour exclusivity window

GTA VI extended look took the top spot on Netflix's movie rankings for the last week of August.

Acer's new monitors include a 24-inch, 1,000Hz screen for esports sickos

Acer is also introducing a new 34-inch ultrawide and several models with dynamic refresh rates.

United Airlines will deliver food and other essentials to your gate

United Airlines is testing a new offering that will let you order food from its app and have it delivered to your gate.

How to reset an Apple TV remote

Tips for fixing connection issues with the remote for Apple's streaming box.

Nintendo's surprise free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2 includes eight-player split-screen

The nine-year-old game that keeps giving.

How to watch the PlayStation State of Play double header

We're sure people will be very chill and normal in the chat for this one.

Road to Nowhere: Alexander Ullom on It Ends’ existential horror and Gen-Z ennui

As Neon unleashes It Ends in US theaters, writer-director Alexander Ullom reflects with Isaac Feldberg on his buzzy thriller’s scenic route to release and optimism in the face of nihilism.

In the Neon World of ‘Buddy,’ Hints of Fascism Are Everywhere, Even in Talking Trains and Deranged Puppets

Production designer Anna Kathleen tells IndieWire about building more than one world for a giant orange unicorn to rampage through.

Daejon Love case highlights online romance scams: Research reveals scammers’ tactics – and how to defend against them

Dating apps have given an ancient profession, confidence scamming, a high-tech boost.

PlayStation Gamers Sue Sony Over What ‘Buying’ a Digital Game Really Means

The legal fight could force Sony to change how it presents digital game purchases to California customers.

Sony Owes Gamers $7.85 Million in PlayStation Store Credit: See if You Qualify

Your payment will hit your PlayStation Network wallet after the final approval hearing in October.

Hurry! You Only Have a Few Days Left to Play These Great Games on Xbox Game Pass

While Game Pass is losing some heavy hitters, it’s also getting a few new games soon.

AI trade faces test with next week's Oracle earnings

How Michael Khouw is playing ORCL ahead of earnings.

OpenAI, Anthropic aim to balance safety, progress as IPOs near

OpenAI and Anthropic are trying to strike a delicate balance: convincing Wall Street that their businesses are sound and fast-growing, while at the same time assuring governments and the world that their models don't pose unacceptable risks .

Trump tells FCC to punish journalist for calling his election results "mixed"

President Trump yesterday demanded that the Federal Communications Commission punish or rebuke an NBC journalist for saying he has "mixed results" in his election endorsements.

Trump admin shelves Cyclospora research despite record-breaking outbreak

The Trump administration is halting vital federal research on the foodborne parasite Cyclospora, despite the record-breaking, nationwide outbreak of the diarrheal pathogen, according to Politico .

Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed

It’s a regrettable reality that there is never enough time to cover all the interesting scientific stories we come across.

Apple Watch Series 12: Three new features coming next week

Apple Watch Series 12 is coming next week , launching at the September event alongside Apple Watch Ultra 4 . Here are three new features rumored for Apple Watch Series 12. more…

Here’s how much Apple is paying John Ternus as CEO, Tim Cook as executive chairman

In a new regulatory filing today, Apple revealed that new CEO John Ternus is receiving a pay package with $58 million in salary and target stock awards. The company also shared details on Tim Cook’s lucrative new deal as Apple’s executive chairman. more…

Apple’s new film from ‘Best Picture’ Oscar winner gets first trailer

Apple won the ‘Best Picture’ Oscar for CODA back in 2022, and now director Siân Heder is back with another potential winner: Being Heumann. Here’s the new trailer. more…

Here's how to turn $100 in Google Play Credit into an extra $15 gift card for free

It's time to stock up

Organic Maps is a great offline Google Maps alternative, but it wasn't enough to make me switch

An offline navigation app that does things differently

OpenAI Is About to Release Its First AI Model With ‘Critical’ Cyber Abilities

The company will give select partners early access to its Astra AI model—so they have time to shore up their defenses.

How the Kansas Department of Labor has implemented AI to make it easier to file for unemployment

Until a couple of years ago, the software running the state unemployment insurance platform in Kansas hadn’t been updated since the 1970s.

Uber cuts 10% of jobs today, stock up: Why these layoffs are different from others

Uber announced on Wednesday it is cutting 10% of its workforce.

The Dell 14S is yet another cheap laptop chasing the MacBook Neo

Dell's latest attempt to match the MacBook Neo looks like a solid contender.

Acer's Project DualPlay Mini is a gaming handheld that becomes a tiny laptop

Acer's Project DualPlay Mini is gaming handheld that becomes a tiny laptop.

Acer shows off its AI desktop future with the RTX Spark design

It's a showcase of NVIDIA's latest chip tech.

Acer's Predator Atlas 7 is the brand's smaller handheld gaming flagship model

Acer is launching a 7-inch version of the Predator Atlas 8.

Acer's Vero 16 laptop is built to be easily repaired

The Vero 16 includes removable port covers, a detachable external hinge and a latch on the bottom that doesn't require tools to open.

iRobot's new $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo is its most powerful robot yet

iRobot has launched the $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo and the $899 Roomba Plus 678 Combo at IFA 2026.

Star Wars Zero Company is a great game that's busted and may never be fixed

It's hard to be confident about Star Wars Zero Company's future after the studio that made it furloughed most of its staff.

Digital scans of more than 153 million driver's licenses leaked to the dark web

The source could be an ID verification service in Louisiana, though the FBI has opened an investigation.

Google won't be forced to sell its ad exchange following antitrust ruling

A judge previously determined that Google illegally monopolized a pair of ad tech markets.

Uber is cutting around 3,000 jobs in the name of efficiency

The company is also asking almost all remote employees to move to an office.

Rare, working Apple I computer heads to auction

The same Apple I computer sold for over $671,000 in 2013.

Modding platform Nexus Mods now owns SteamDB

Nexus Mods said the community-led SteamDB site will operate as it always has, while becoming stronger and better resourced.

NYC bans the use of generative AI tools in public schools for students through eighth grade

NYC public schools are taking a year without generative AI tools.

UN report says global warming will surpass the goal of 1.5 degrees Celsius

Climate scientists now aim to minimize time spent above the limit from the Paris Agreement.

Finally: A New Car With Crotch Vents

Return of the crotch vent might be enough to get me excited about a new car startup brand. The post Finally: A New Car With Crotch Vents appeared first on The Drive .

Manchester City and Puma unveil AI-designed kit

Sportswear brand Puma has launched a kit for English football team Manchester City that was designed by a fan using an AI generator.

Day One at Vanderbilt’s New York Campus

Among the tech and finance kids, there are plenty of students drawn to Museum Studies and the Chelsea art scene.

Will AI save or ruin democracy? It depends on whether we allow computers to stand in for people

Have we become trapped in thinking that better politics is just a technical fix away?

How to Identify AI Music

Concrete examples to train your ear for the current generation of AI songs. How to Identify AI Music Wren Graves

OpenAI says its new 'Astra' AI can build attacks without human help

Astra is the first OpenAI model to reach its “Critical” cybersecurity threshold, meaning it can find previously unknown vulnerabilities and develop ways to exploit them across hardened systems.

WA police drop AI seatbelt fines amid influx of complaints

20% Off Away Promo Code | September 2026

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Athleta Promo Codes: 15% Off in September 2026

Browse all the ways to save on Athleta's plane-ready loungewear, workout sets, and more with a verified Athleta coupon code offering 15% off this September, plus Labor Day sales offering up to 70% discounts.

15% Off Patagonia Promo Code | September 2026

Gear up for your next adventure and save 15% with a Patagonia coupon code, free shipping, plus up to 50% off jackets, backpacks, and more in September 2026.

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episode 9

That makes the stinger at the end of the episode where Kiriko re-emerges from the darkness beyond the spotlight all the more impactful despite technically being there the entire time.

Runway’s New AI Model Creates Digital Worlds Without Code

The company calls Solaris an interface world model.

Firefox Now Lets You Block Some Ads on iOS Devices

Ad Blocker is a new feature for a browser that prides itself on privacy and customization.

Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 2, #913

Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 2, 2026.

Razer’s New $100 Game Controller Folds Right Up for Your Pocket

The gaming hardware company’s new game controller folds in half to make it easier to take with you.

Are We There Yet? Startup Wants to Launch an 80,000-Year Mission to Alpha Centauri

AI data centers in space apparently weren’t enough, so the company decided to give interstellar travel a try.

Know What’s Coming at Apple’s Big Event? It’s Your Last Chance to Prove It to Win

Guess right and you could walk away with a brand-new Apple Watch.

This Robot Vacuum Aims to Compete With the Suction Power of a Stick Vacuum

Robot vacuums aren’t very good at deep cleaning carpets. Roomba is about to show me how it’s fixed this problem.

Dell Doubles Down on Cheap Student Laptops With Lower-End Dell 14S Configs

The big question remains: How much will they cost?

How to Watch Apple’s ‘Surprise and Shine’ Event Next Week

Will Apple debut a foldable iPhone at its event in a few days? Here’s how to watch the event to find out in real time.

Acer Recommits to Repairability With New Vero 16 Laptop

The company also unveils the sleekest Swift yet and a Swift Air update at IFA 2026.

The Cheap Kitchen Tool I Bring to Every Rental House or Airbnb

Cooking without this inexpensive acccessory is a nonstarter.

How to Tell if That New Device Is a Flock Surveillance Camera

Has Flock surveillance come to your streets? Here’s how to know for sure.

Oura’s Menopause Impact Scale Expands Out of the App and Into Women’s Health Care

The creator of the Oura Ring is partnering with women’s health companies in the name of menopause.

People’s Picks ISP Winners: Is Your Internet Service Provider a Flop or Favorite?

There are several connection types, including 5G, cable, satellite and fiber. Which one is really the golden standard? CNET readers have a say.

Miele Put a Camera in Its New Dishwasher. Here’s Why

Miele just launched the world’s first dishwasher with built-in camera. Here’s what it does.

Is The Calorie Counter on Your Smartwatch Accurate? Not Really, Study Finds

A new study assessed which smartwatches are more accurate than others when it comes to estimated calories burned. Spoiler alert: None are great at it.

Circular’s New Smart Ring Brings Mobile Payments to Your Finger

The Circular Ring 3 Pro and Slim add NFC payments and haptic feedback, and still don’t require subscriptions for its core health features and AI coach.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Color Leak Claims Black Model Will Replace Silver This Year

The next iPhone Pro lineup might not repeat any colors from last year, with silver reportedly not in production.

Acer Shows Off a Transformer-ish Concept for a Windows Gaming Handheld

If it’s going to do double duty as a computer, it might as well have a keyboard, right?