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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Brings Premium Specs to a Budget Price
After a month of testing, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion proves high-end features can cost less. It challenges pricier rivals on design, display and battery life.

AI Is Rewriting the Rules of Hardware Prototyping
AI tools are slashing hardware prototyping time from weeks to days, enabling faster iteration cycles across robotics, consumer electronics and medical devices.

Black founders secure $1.1B in Q1, but VC share remains tiny
Black founders raised $1.1 billion in Q1 2025, the most quarterly funding since 2022. Yet the haul accounts for just 2% of total venture capital, underscoring persistent disparities.

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 Redefines Laptop Display Excellence
A hands-on test of the new Asus gaming laptop reveals a Mini LED screen with near-zero motion blur, setting a new standard for portable gaming visuals.

Users Hit Breaking Point With AI Subscription Fatigue
A growing number of users are canceling AI subscriptions, citing high costs and underwhelming value. The trend signals a potential shift in the consumer AI market.

New Side-Channel Attack Uses Browser Storage to Fingerprint Devices
Researchers developed FROST, a side-channel attack using OPFS-based SSD timing in browsers to create persistent device fingerprints that bypass privacy protections.

Accenture Acquires Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 Billion
Accenture bought Downdetector and Speedtest for $1.2 billion. The deal adds widely used consumer tools to its portfolio.

EU Forces Return of User-Replaceable Batteries in Smartphones
New EU regulations require smartphones and tablets to have user-replaceable batteries, aiming to boost repairability and reduce e-waste.

HP OmniBook 3 16 Offers Nearly 36 Hours of Battery Life With Snapdragon X Chip
HP's OmniBook 3 16 delivers exceptional battery life at a budget price. The 16-inch laptop runs for nearly a day and a half on a single charge.

Lattice-Based Cryptography Emerges as Post-Quantum Security Backbone
Lattice-based cryptography is gaining traction as a leading method to secure data against future quantum computer attacks. This mathematical approach offers strong security guarantees and efficiency, making it a top candidate for new encryption standards.

Quantum computing threatens to break current encryption sooner than expected
Quantum computers could crack today's encryption within a decade. Enterprises are not prepared.

Smart TV Owners Overlook a Hidden Automation Tool: The RS-232 Port
Most people ignore the RS-232 port on their smart TV. But this serial connector can turn the TV into a powerful home automation controller.

The Perils of Letting AI Call the Shots in Code
A growing trend known as 'vibe coding' lets AI drive software development. Experts warn it can create fragile, unmaintainable code. Rigorous engineering still matters.

How to Send a FaceTime Video Message When Someone Misses Your Call
Apple's FaceTime includes a hidden feature to leave video messages for missed calls. Here's how it works and why it matters.

Your Router's Guest Network Is a Security Tool Most People Ignore
The guest network on your Wi-Fi router offers more than visitor access. It can protect smart home devices and improve overall network security.

Apple Hints at Price Hikes, Sparking Rush on Current MacBook Air Deals
Apple signals possible price increases, making current discounts on M4 and M5 MacBook Air models a rare opportunity for buyers.

Google Adds Natural Language Search and Summaries to Nest Cameras
Google's Nest cameras now support natural language search and AI-generated clip summaries through Gemini integration.

GitHub Copilot's Token Pricing Sparks Developer Revolt
Microsoft's GitHub Copilot swapped flat-rate billing for token-based pricing. Developers warn costs will soar, sparking backlash and trust concerns.

Microsoft quietly downgrades offline Office features for perpetual license users
Microsoft is reducing functionality in perpetually-licensed Office products, pushing users toward subscriptions. The changes affect offline software used by businesses and consumers who avoid cloud plans.
