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August 28, 2026

What Are the Best VPN and Online Privacy Tools? Tell Us Your Thoughts for a Chance to Win

Rate the online privacy and anonymity tools you use. Once you're done with the survey, enter the sweepstakes to win $250 to spend at Amazon.

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August 27, 2026

Facing Complaints, Starlink Offers New Plan For Small Boat Owners

Starlink users in the boating community report receiving a company email about the new 'Personal Maritime' plan, which costs $185 per month.

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August 27, 2026

SpaceX Pushes FCC to Scrutinize Rocket Lab-Iridium Deal Amid Spectrum Clash

SpaceX has formally requested that the Federal Communications Commission conduct a thorough regulatory review of Rocket Lab's acquisition of...

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August 27, 2026

GTA 6 Extended Look Trailer Is Here. When to Watch in Your Time Zone

The trailer lands today, but Netflix subscribers get a six-hour head start before it hits YouTube.

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August 27, 2026

Not Again: HP Says More Price Hikes Are Coming, Blames Memory Shortage

Even though HP's unit sales were down 16% year over year, its revenue this quarter was up as it prioritized more premium products.

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August 27, 2026

Rookie Mistake: Hacker's Attachment to Screen Name Made Him Easy to Catch

Authorities arrested two alleged members of the cyber gang TeamPCP. One of them did little to cover his tracks, reusing the DeadCatx3 handle...

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August 27, 2026

Time is Running Out to Snag Some Ink-Redible Back-to-School Deals on Printers From Canon, Epson, and HP

It's BTS season, and we've gathered some of the best deals on printers to make sure you don't ever miss out on an assignment. Score large di...

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August 27, 2026

Google's AI Mode Can Track Flight Prices, Help You Book With Points or Miles

The initial selection of airline and hotel partners is a little thin, but two upcoming additions will make it more useful.

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August 27, 2026

No, the McDonald's Support Bot Won't Give You Free Premium AI Tools

A McChicken with a side of Python lessons? A previously debunked meme has resurfaced, with social accounts claiming the McDonald's support t...

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August 27, 2026

5G Home Broadband Is Soaring in Urban Areas, and This Carrier Comes Out on Top

The expansion of 5G fixed wireless access technology is accelerating across major metropolitan centers, with one telecommunications provider...

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August 27, 2026

Meet Microduck, a $399 Open-Source Robot That Can Learn New Tricks

The robot comes from AI model platform Hugging Face's Pollen Robotics arm. Preorders open today with shipments slated to arrive before Chris...

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August 27, 2026

PlayStation Plus Members Get MLB The Show 26, Sniper Elite: Resistance and Two More Titles This September. Time to Resubscribe?

Is Sony's monthly gaming subscription worth the price in September? Here's how to decide if this month's game selection tips the scales in y...

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August 27, 2026

New Plaud One Headphones Are Part Wireless Earbuds, Part AI Recorder

Plaud’s $250 One Explorer Edition can listen to virtual or in-person conversations and take action proactively based on what was discussed.

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August 27, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Is Here With Lots More Galaxy AI for $50 More

Most of Samsung's upgrades are software-based, but it includes a new processor and an improved selfie camera.

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August 27, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE First Impressions: I Don’t See Why You’d Get the Flagship

The Galaxy S26 FE is costlier than ever for a midrange phone, but Samsung is making up for it by packing it with top-tier AI features from t...

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August 27, 2026

iPhone 17 Is World's Best-Selling Phone Again, Samsung S26 Ultra Enters Top 4

The top three spots are taken by iPhones, while Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra enters the top ten for the first time in the latest Q2 2026 resul...

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August 27, 2026

Not Like the Others: Panic Refunds Tariff Fees to Playdate Customers

Panic, the gaming company behind the innovative Playdate handheld console, has initiated an automatic refund program for customers affected...

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August 26, 2026

Nvidia CEO: We've Achieved AGI, But It Doesn't Really Matter

On an earnings call, Jensen Huang says ensuring productivity and profitability from AI use needs to be the priority amid concerns about AI o...

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August 26, 2026

'There Is No Plan.' Bill Gates Is Still Worried About AI Destroying Society

Bill Gates expresses serious concerns about artificial intelligence's potential societal impact, noting that current leadership and expert r...

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August 26, 2026

Time's Almost Up To Catch HP's Huge Back-To-School Deals

Low prices on laptops and desktops are waiting for students of all ages, but HP's big sale is about to be over.

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August 26, 2026

What to Watch on HBO Max in September 2026

Head into the 'Backrooms,' and once you escape, check out all the other cool stuff on the streamer this month.

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August 26, 2026

What to Watch on Paramount+ in September 2026

This month, enjoy 'Scary Movie,' plus new seasons of 'South Park' and 'MobLand.'

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August 26, 2026

US: China Hijacked IoT Devices to Breach NASA, Federal Agencies

The US obtained a court order to shut down two hacking platforms, dubbed QScan and QTRouter, allegedly created by a state-sponsored group in...

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August 26, 2026

Money Savers: Last Call for the Best Back-to-School SSD Deals From Samsung, SanDisk, and Lexar

BTS season is here, and we've found some great deals on SSDs, so you have plenty of storage space to work on your assignments and creative p...

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August 26, 2026

Uber Now Lets Parents Monitor Their Teen Through the Driver's Phone Camera

If a driver opts in, parents can tap a notification and begin streaming their teen's ride.

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August 26, 2026

iPhone 18 Pro 'Surprise and Shine' Event Set for Sept. 9. Which Rumors Are Legit?

We'll like get a foldable iPhone and new Apple Watch next month in Cupertino, but here's what's reportedly on tap for the iPhone 18 Pro line...

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August 26, 2026

Meta's $18B Social Media Addiction Settlement: Here's What Will Change for Your Teens on Instagram, Facebook

For kids under 18, Meta will limit access to Facebook and Instagram to 2 hours per day, while Night Mode will block apps between midnight an...

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August 26, 2026

My Eyes! Microsoft to Open Preorders for Translucent Green Anniversary Xbox

Microsoft is launching a highly anticipated limited edition Xbox Series X featuring an iconic translucent OG Green aesthetic to commemorate...

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August 26, 2026

What to Watch on Disney+ and Hulu in September 2026

This fall brings the return of Grogu, a universe-spanning 'American Horror Story,' and more.

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August 26, 2026

The Doctor Is Not Real. More Americans Comfortable Consulting AI for Health Info

The latest report from Pew Research Center finds that just over one in three Americans have leaned on a conversational AI service for medica...

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August 26, 2026

Spy on Me No More: The Shocking Windows 11 Upgrade Every PC User Needs

Microsoft is finally blocking downloaded software from secretly accessing your camera, mic, and location without asking.

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August 26, 2026

Rockstar Games Breaks Silence on GTA 6 Leaks, Apologizes for Long Wait

Rockstar Games fears the leaks might spoil the highly anticipated game, but it intends to exceed public expectations with the release of the...

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August 26, 2026

The Best Back-to-School Tech Deals on Headphones, Laptops, Tablets, and More

We're nearing the end of BTS shopping, and here at PCMag, it's our mission to find the best deals on the top academic-related tech to launch...

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August 26, 2026

How to Watch the 2026 US Open Mixed Doubles Semifinals and Final Live (Even for Free)

The US Open is currently underway, with the mixed doubles tournament coming to a close today. Which pairing will secure a win in tonight's f...

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August 26, 2026

A Nintendo-Like Pivot Isn't Enough to Make Me Love The Duskbloods

The upcoming Switch 2 exclusive experiments with bold new multiplayer ideas, but FromSoftware's longstanding design annoyances remain intact...

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August 26, 2026

Apple Maps Now Shows Ads: Here's Where They Appear, How They Work

The navigation app recommends related businesses depending on what and where you’re searching.

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August 26, 2026

Dual Override Feels Like Classic Mega Man, But It's Playing It Too Safe

Slated for a 2027 release, Mega Man: Dual Override features fresh gameplay mechanics but familiar platforming and difficulty. Here are my th...

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August 26, 2026

With the Dark Arisen DLC, Dragon's Dogma 2 Is Now the RPG I Wanted at Launch

Expanded skill slots, multiple saves, and the return of cursed loot add the addictive loop I wish were present in the base title. Check out...

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August 26, 2026

ChatGPT Work Now Logs Into Other Websites, Completes More Tasks Itself

The feature allows ChatGPT Work to borrow your login credentials and take over more of the process.

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August 26, 2026

Find Editing Reels Tedious? Instagram's Latest Tool Could Save You Time

Instagram introduces First Draft, an innovative editing feature designed to streamline the video creation process for content creators. This...