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OpenAI fires back with ChatGPT Images 2.5 as Microsoft rapidly closes the image AI gap

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:54:01 +0000

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Images 2.5, introducing a major update designed to counter intensifying competition from rival models like Microsoft's MAI-Image-2.6. Read more...

Anthropic researcher resigns over reckless AI race

Paul Hill — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:44:02 +0000

Coxon claims top lab executives privately fear AI could kill us all by decade's end while racing toward self-improving superintelligence. Read more...

M5 Pro Mac mini with AppleCare+ gets $30 off at Amazon

Paul Hill — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:02:01 +0000

Now priced at $1784.99, this configuration packs a 15-core CPU, 16-core GPU, and Thunderbolt 5 support for demanding workflows. Read more...

Windows 11 could be getting auto dark mode that works on a schedule

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:44:02 +0000

According to the latest reports, Windows 11 could eventually let you set a dark mode schedule. Find out more: Read more...

iOS 26.6.2 patches only one bug, but it's incredibly important

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:28:02 +0000

Apple has rolled out a small update for iPhone and iPad users, addressing an issue that could become more important with a major release approaching. Read more...

Super-configurable Razer Basilisk V3 Pro mouse with 35K DPI has been discounted by 24%

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:08:01 +0000

Looking for a premium gaming mouse with plenty of customization? Razer's Basilisk V3 Pro could be worth a closer look. Read more...

Google Chrome is on a two-week release schedule starting today, version 153 rolling out now

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:52:01 +0000

Chrome is joining the push toward faster browser updates, with a new release strategy that changes how often users see major updates. Read more...

Here's when and where to watch 2026 iPhone launch event, and what to expect

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:16:01 +0000

The iPhone 18 series (and Fold hopefully) launch event is just around the corner. Here's when and where to watch it and what to expect from Apple. Read more...

Apple to launch a brand-new app for Apple Watch tomorrow, says report

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:00:01 +0000

The iPhone launch event is just around the corner. Apple is expected to launch a new app for the Apple Watch. Read more...

Bugs related to Windows 11 mouse, desktop, and Teams fixed in latest Patch Tuesday

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:44:01 +0000

Windows 11 users have faced several frustrating issues lately, but Microsoft's latest updates bring fixes for all tracked bugs. Read more...

OpenAI says its unreleased AI model has solved a $1 million Millennium Prize problem

Pradeep Viswanathan — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:38:02 +0000

OpenAI deployed roughly 10,000 concurrent autonomous agents to solve the Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize math problem. Read more...

Windows 11 Future Platforms build 29661 enables IAKerb by default

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:37:42 +0000

Microsoft just released Windows 11 Insider Preview build 29661.1000 for Experimental (Future Platforms) Channel. See what's new: Read more...

New Windows 11 Insider builds bring cross-device, accessibility and Settings improvements

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:26:22 +0000

See what's new in Windows 11 Insider Preview builds 26340.9354 for the Experimental Channel and 28120.2912 for the Experimental Channel (26H1): Read more...

Windows 11 26220.9343 brings new Autoplay, upgraded recovery, improved personalization

Sayan Sen — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:24:01 +0000

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 builds under the Beta channel. It brings several features and improvements. Read more...

Windows 10 KB5122878 September 2026 Patch Tuesday update released by Microsoft

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:08:32 +0000

Microsoft just released update KB5122878 for various Windows 10 as part of this month's Patch Tuesday. See what's included: Read more...

Windows 11 KB5124008, KB5122880 September 2026 Patch Tuesday now available to download

Sayan Sen — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:06:59 +0000

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 KB5124008 and KB5122880 for September 2026. Here's what's included. Read more...

Save 47% on a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning

Neowin Deals — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Learn all 14 languages and access more than 10,000 hours of high-quality language education online with this lifetime subscription. Read more...

Amazon could spend up to $60 billion on Qualcomm chips under massive AI deal

Pradeep Viswanathan — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:50:01 +0000

Expanding on the recently introduced Dragonfly data center architecture, Qualcomm has signed a $60B deal with AWS to develop AI data center solutions. Read more...

Google Photos will automatically delete your trashed content faster than before

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:34:02 +0000

A notable Google Photos change is rolling out, and users may want to take note before deleting photos they might later regret losing. Read more...

Nintendo reveals Zelda Ocarina of Time remake gameplay, out this November

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:20:01 +0000

Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake aims to bring a nostalgic art style and fresh gameplay mechanics to the Switch 2. Read more...

Intel releases new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers for Windows 11 and 10

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:04:01 +0000

Intel just released Wi-Fi driver 24.70.0 and Bluetooth wireless driver 24.70.0. See what's included in these packages: Read more...

32-inch Roku LED TV is ridiculously cheap at $119 (33% discount)

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:03 +0000

Looking for an affordable TV upgrade? Roku's compact Select Series model brings a range of smart entertainment features without the premium price tag. Read more...

OpenAI intentionally downloaded book torrents from piracy website LibGen, claims lawsuit

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:14:01 +0000

A new legal filing raises troubling questions about how OpenAI obtained some of the material used to make its AI models so capable. Read more...

Canonical unveils official Ubuntu 26.10 Stonking Stingray wallpapers

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:58:01 +0000

Beyond the desktop artwork, Canonical's release schedule sets the Ubuntu 26.10 beta for September 24 followed by the final release on October 15. Read more...

Windows 11 users are getting full-desktop ads as wallpapers from Microsoft

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:46:01 +0000

Microsoft appears to be testing the limits of desktop personalization, with some Windows 11 users finding a surprising advertisement where they least expected it. Read more...

Anker Prime Charging Station is very cheap at just $55 (30% off) in latest deal

Usama Jawad — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:38:01 +0000

Need a cleaner desktop charging setup? Anker's Prime charging station packs serious power and flexibility into a compact, premium design. Read more...

Jellyfin 12 ships with version jump and breaking client changes

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:22:01 +0000

Beyond versioning changes, Jellyfin 12 overhauls playlists using dedicated SQL rows, integrates native book support into core, and drops legacy API prefixes. Read more...

Arm introduces CSS for Mobile 2 platform for agentic AI

Paul Hill — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:30:02 +0000

Designed for next-generation mobile devices, the platform combines AI-native neural graphics and faster Small Language Model performance. Read more...

Want a calculator in 2026? The TI-84 Evo is up to 46% off

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:28:01 +0000

Have you thought of buying a calculator recently? If so, the TI-84 Evo is currently on a big discount. And you might actually prefer it over all the AI-enabled novelties. Read more...

How to use a GIF as your Windows profile picture

Ivan Jenic — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:20:01 +0000

Did you know that you can use an animated GIF as your profile picture in Windows? Here's how to do it: Read more...

Windows 11 is getting a fancy, native battery widget

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:04:01 +0000

Windows 11's widgets are getting more useful, and Microsoft's latest work hints at another system-focused addition that could prove surprisingly handy. Read more...

Kingston Fury G5 2TB, 4TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD is lowest priced in over three months

Sayan Sen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:48:01 +0000

Following the 1TB SSD deal on Kingston's popular NV3, the company is now offering discounts on its 2TB and 4TB Renegade Fury models. Don't miss out! Read more...

Switzerland wants to ditch Microsoft 365, kicks off migration pilot

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:54:01 +0000

Microsoft's grip on European government infrastructure is facing another challenge as Switzerland begins testing alternatives that could reshape its digital future. Read more...

Xiaomi unveils new foldable as Apple readies its first foldable iPhone

David Uzondu — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:10:01 +0000

Xiaomi has announced the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China with a widescreen design, powered by its in-house 3nm Xring O3 chip. Read more...

Alleged iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max appears in leaked video ahead of launch

Hamid Ganji — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:46:01 +0000

A newly leaked video shows alleged iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max demo units in Blue and Dark Cherry colors. The real devices are expected be unveiled later this week. Read more...

HP OmniBook 3 gets $100 off on Amazon with a 2K OLED screen

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:50:01 +0000

Priced now at $599.99, this portable Windows machine comes equipped with 16GB RAM and a 256GB SSD for on-the-go productivity. Read more...

This fantastic AOC QD-OLED monitor is now 30% off in latest Amazon deal

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:22:01 +0000

Gamers seeking a premium display without paying full price may want to check out this limited-time deal on AOC's feature-packed monitor. Read more...

Top 5 things I miss most about Windows Phone

Usama Jawad — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:34:01 +0000

Several years after Windows phone's demise, these qualities of Microsoft's mobile efforts still stand out to me as reminders of what made the mobile platform so memorable. Read more...

Microsoft's new command-line tool can help build native Windows apps for free in 30 mins

Sayan Sen — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:40:01 +0000

Microsoft's new agentic tools it has been releasing lately, can let devs publish native Windows apps free, fast, and nearly effortlessly, in just 30 minutes. Here's how. Read more...

Apple M3 series get Asahi Linux support, mostly working

Paul Hill — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:16:01 +0000

Reverse engineering enables Linux on Apple Silicon, expanding hardware compatibility to M3 MacBooks and iMacs with a dual-boot installer. Read more...