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• Refinance Rates Move Up: Today's Refinance Rates, March 26, 2024 - CNET

  26-03-2024 14:16 via cnet.com
  Multiple key refinance rates trended upward this week, but rates should start trending down in the coming months.
  
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• Premier League Soccer: Stream Chelsea vs. Brighton Live from Anywhere

  30-08-2026 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Seagulls look to keep up their recent good record against the West Londoners.
  
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• Major sodium-ion battery milestone passed by California startup — Unigrid aces Hyundai’s safety tests down to -20C as experts call tech a 'compelling alternative' to lithium-ion

  30-08-2026 02:00 via techradar.com
  
  Lithium-ion batteries are one of the most successful technologies ever invented, and now span everything from smartphones to power stations — but the technology is not without its flaws and limitations, and scientists are now busy trying to figure out which type of next-gen battery will take over next.One of the big safety risks with lithium-ion is thermal runaway, causing overheating and fires, and some future battery technologies are focusing on this in particular. One of the leading con
  
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• Quote of the day by tech pioneer Claude Shannon: 'I visualize a time when we will be to robots what dogs are to humans' — a warning about superintelligent AI

  30-08-2026 00:00 via techradar.com
  
  Although AI is advancing at a rapid pace, the idea that it might one day replace humanity has thus far been consigned to the realm of fiction. Rather than signalling the end of mankind, however, others have speculated that an advanced AI may one day simply supplant our position at the top of the food chain and live harmoniously with us, a species that will live to serve it.Electric sheepThe American mathematician and computer scientist Claude Shannon was giving an interview with Omni Magazine on
  
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• Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 30, #1898

  29-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today’s Wordle puzzle for Aug. 30, 2026.
  
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• Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 30, #910

  29-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Aug. 30, 2026.
  
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• Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 30, #1176

  29-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle for Aug. 30, 2026.
  
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• The first Labor Day laptop deals have arrived — here are my 10 top picks for HP, Acer, Dell, Gigabyte, and more

  29-08-2026 21:00 via techradar.com
  
  We're still a few weeks out from the big day itself, but several retailers have already started their annual Labor Day sales this week. In fact, tons of excellent laptops are on sale right now if you're looking for a new machine. I've been scanning through the various listings at my favorite retailers, and both HP and Best Buy have excellent deals on laptops of all shapes and sizes right now. You can check out my top picks just down below. Highlights include the excellent Acer Aspire Go for just
  
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• I’m catching up on two of the best time loop games from 2021

  29-08-2026 21:00 via techradar.com
  
  Recently I’ve been playing Deathloop, Twelve Minutes and The Forgotten City: three time loop games all released in 2021.From the BacklogEvery gamer has a backlog — and that’s no different for us at TechRadar Gaming. From the Backlog is a series about overdue first-plays, revisiting classics, returning to online experiences, or rediscovering and appreciating established favorites in new ways. Read the full series here.That year produced a bumper crop of time loop games, with gam
  
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• These cyborg cockroaches could be a lifesaver for people trapped in the rubble following natural disasters

  29-08-2026 20:05 via techradar.com
  
  Cyborg cockroaches designed for disaster rescue missions reach targets with a 95% success rateThe complete movement and injection sequence achieved 72% successTiny injectors allow the insects to deliver close-range emergency assistanceEngineers in Australia have built small robotic systems around live cockroaches, equipping them with cameras and injectors to reach disaster survivors.Researchers from the University of Queensland and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) collaborated on the pro
  
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• ‘They find themselves obsessed, forgoing sleep and self-care’ — what ‘AI psychosis’ looks like, and why experts question the term

  29-08-2026 20:00 via techradar.com
  
  I’ve been writing about AI for more than a year now. During that time, people have told me they think their bosses, colleagues, partners and relatives might be suffering from AI psychosis — several even admitted they may have even experienced it themselves. But every time I hear “AI psychosis”, I bristle. Because, at least in my limited understanding of mental health terminology, psychosis is a very serious state that needs to be identified and treated by professionals. S
  
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• Protect Your Online Privacy for Just Over $3 a Month With This Windscribe Back to School Deal

  29-08-2026 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This offer gets you a full year of Windscribe Pro for only $39.
  
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• Nvidia looks to set up an employee-funded political action committee to try and shape US policy in its favor

  29-08-2026 19:25 via techradar.com
  
  Nvidia is looking to set up a political action committee (PAC)Many companies have set up PACs to help shape US policyThe US mid-term elections have seen a record level of corporate fundingCompanies using their money to shape policy in the United States is nothing new - in fact, it’s the whole reason the US is so dependent on car-centric infrastructure and transport thanks to the work of numerous motoring lobbying groups.Groups such as Political Action Committees (PACs) donate to politician
  
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• Noble’s Vanguard audiophile wired earbuds deliver a tightly arranged wall of sound that hits like an advancing army, but there’s one gap in their armor

  29-08-2026 19:00 via techradar.com
  
  Noble Audio Vanguard reviewRight out of the box, the Noble Audio Vanguard look and feel unlike any other in-ear monitors (IEMs) that I've tried before. Their medieval-like outer casework, their shield-shaped ear tip case, and their ink-black cable all caught my eye in a way that few rivals have in my years testing audio gear.The striking visuals are undeniable. But what of their sound? Well, Noble Audio says that the Vanguard are “designed for control, clarity, and balance,” aiming t
  
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• How to watch Argentina vs Australia: Free streams and TV channels for rugby international

  29-08-2026 17:55 via techradar.com
  
  Kick-off: Saturday, August 29 at 3pm ET / 8pm BST / 5am AEST (Sun)FREE stream: RugbyPass TV (US)Streams: Stan Sport (AUS) / Sky Sports (UK)Watch Anywhere: Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%)Watch Argentina vs Australia live streams as the Wallabies travel to San Salvador de Jujuy for the first of two Tests against Los Pumas. The hosts come into the game on the back of a hard-fought loss against South Africa, while the visitors secured successive wins over Japan. Argentina showed their qua
  
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• Carhartt data breach exposed information from 12.9 million user accounts

  29-08-2026 16:05 via techradar.com
  
  ShinyHunters leaked 12.9 million Carhartt customer records after failed $3.3 million ransom talksData stolen from Databricks platform included names, emails, phone numbers, and addressesGroup now focuses on exfiltration via vishing and SaaS breaches, abandoning encryptionMillions of user records belonging to customers of clothing giant Carhartt has been leaked onto the dark web, exposing people’s names, email addresses, postal addresses, and phone numbers, to all sorts of scammers and cybe
  
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• Nvidia DLSS 5 leak sparks major turnaround among PC gamers — as some brand it an 'insanely huge graphical update' that means 'there's no going back'

  29-08-2026 16:00 via techradar.com
  
  Nvidia's DLSS 5 has been nothing short of a bubbling cauldron of controversy ever since the next-gen gaming tech was first aired. That initial reception shocked Nvidia as what seemed like a legion of PC gamers took up arms and vowed, well, all sorts of colorful things — most of them involving the term 'AI slop' in some fashion.However, there are signs that this overwhelmingly negative tide of opinion is turning courtesy of a fresh revelation this week. This comes in the form of a leak rath
  
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• How to watch Tottenham vs Newcastle: Live streams, TV channels and team news for the Premier League 2026/27 game

  29-08-2026 15:30 via techradar.com
  
  Watch Tottenham vs Newcastle on Sky Sports (UK) / Peacock (US) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%)Tottenham vs Newcastle kick-off: Sat, Aug 29 at 12.30pm ET / 5.30pm BSTThe Tottenham vs Newcastle live stream involves two teams looking for their first wins of the new season. Tottenham were humbled by Brentford on matchday one, while Newcastle were denied all three points by a last-gasp Liverpool equaliser.There were few positives for Roberto De Zerbi to take from this side's display agains
  
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• The People v Gorilla Grodd — confirmed cast, plot details, and what else we know so far about the Superman spin-off show on HBO Max

  29-08-2026 15:00 via techradar.com
  
  The People v Gorilla Grodd: key information- Officially announced in August
  - Billed as a crime mockumentary show
  - No confirmed release date
  - Trailer yet to be revealed
  - Main cast confirmed
  - Story synopsis has been released
  - Unclear how it'll impact the wider DC UniverseThe People v Gorilla Grodd is officially in the works at DC Studios. Initially positioned as a Superman spin-off show tentatively titled DC Crime, the forthcoming crime mockumentary series will star Jimmy Olsen and many othe
  
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• iPhone 18 Release Date: Why You Might Be Waiting Longer Than Expected

  29-08-2026 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  There’s potential for a split launch between fall and spring, which makes pegging down the release date harder than usual.
  
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• A week with the Google Pixel 11 changed my mind about Gemini (for the better)

  29-08-2026 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  In a year of iterative upgrades, Google is introducing smart features that make the base Pixel the standout in its generation.
  
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• 'Ted Lasso reruns aren't worth it': Apple TV prices are going up again, and a lot of viewers say they've had enough

  29-08-2026 14:30 via techradar.com
  
  Apple TV is going up by $2 a month in the USBrazil, Chile, and Mexico are the other countries affectedApple One individual plans are increasing in price tooApple TV, home to Widow's Bay, Severance, Ted Lasso, Silo, Slow Horses, and more, is putting up its subscription prices in the US. Access to the entertainment platform will now set you back $14.99 a month rather than $12.99 a month.This doesn't come direct from Apple, but rather from Deadline (via The Verge). Apparently, the price rise goes i
  
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• How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 2nd Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry

  29-08-2026 14:05 via techradar.com
  
  Watch Springboks vs All Blacks FREE on RugbyPass TV (US)Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save up to 75%)Springboks vs All Blacks kick-off: Sat, Aug 29 at 11.10am ET / 4.10pm BSTThe Springboks vs All Blacks 2nd Test promises to be another cracker, as South Africa captain Siya Kolisi returns from injury to lead his country in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry. After New Zealand triumphed 33-16 in Johannesburg last Saturday, the hosts cannot afford to lose if they are to retain any hope of winning the four-
  
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• AWS is shutting down Mechanical Turk, which let humans beat AI at certain work tasks

  29-08-2026 14:05 via techradar.com
  
  Amazon will permanently close Mechanical Turk on September 30, 2026Mechanical Turk once connected more than 500,000 workers with paid tasksWorkers completed image tagging, transcription, surveys, and other routine assignmentsAmazon plans to permanently close Mechanical Turk, its long-running platform for outsourcing small tasks to human workers.Launched in 2005, the platform enabled companies to hire people to complete small, routine tasks that computers could not easily handle at the time.Jeff
  
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• The Razer Naga V3 Pro is a jack-of-all-trades mouse — but is it a master of none?

  29-08-2026 14:00 via techradar.com
  
  Razer Naga V3 Pro two-minute reviewThe Razer Naga V3 Pro is marketed as a mouse for MMO players, but it’s also something else: a mouse for the undecided, for the uncommitted. That’s because it comes with swappable side plates that let you adjust the number of buttons you get, with each made to suit a different game type. There’s the 12-button plate, which is designed for MMOs, alongside a six-button option for MOBAs and battle royales. If you prefer FPS titles — or just g
  
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• I spent a month with the Xteink X4 Pro — and while I love this tiny $99 ereader, it won’t be replacing my ViWoods AiPaper Reader just yet

  29-08-2026 14:00 via techradar.com
  
  Ever since the Xteink X4 landed in early 2026 I’ve been intrigued by this tiny line of ereaders — I loved the idea of sticking one to the back of my phone and carrying it everywhere, but at that point they just had a few too many missing features for my liking.Then the Xteink X4 Pro launched, and with the addition of a touchscreen and front light, I decided it was finally time to take the plunge and try one for myself. As a tech lover and early adopter it’s a decision I don&rsq
  
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• Apple Might Skip the iPhone 18 This Year. Is the iPhone 17 Still Worth It?

  29-08-2026 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Ahead of Apple’s Sept. 9 launch event, I retested the iPhone 17 to see if it can retain the “best iPhone for most people” title for another six months.
  
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• This pocket AI voice recorder took me back to the good old days of dictation (and shorthand)

  29-08-2026 12:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The Comulytic Note Pro AI voice recorder packs a lot of power into a credit card-sized device. But its usefulness is up to you.
  
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• ‘Is there a point where refresh rate just stops mattering?’: I chat to Samsung’s monitor experts about its crazy-fast 1100Hz gaming display

  29-08-2026 12:00 via techradar.com
  
  At Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, fresh off Samsung's reveal of its 2027 Odyssey OLED lineup, I sat down with two of the people shaping the company's monitor and TV strategy: Jeremy Demont, Product Management Director for TV, Sound and Monitor at Samsung UK & Ireland, and Pepe Distra, Head of Monitor for Samsung's European visual display organisation. We chatted about everything from the prevalence of 1000Hz and higher refresh rate screens to 6K gaming, the brand's ongoing commitment to glasses-f
  
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• What is HDMI passthrough on soundbars, and do you really need it for your TV setup?

  29-08-2026 11:00 via techradar.com
  
  If you’re in the market for one of the best soundbars, then there’s a feature you might have come across already called HDMI passthrough, available in some soundbars that connect over HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC.HDMI passthrough allows you to plug a source device, such as a games console or streaming stick, directly into your soundbar over HDMI, and the video will then be passed onto your TV. It’s a useful feature because when a soundbar connects to your TV over HDMI, you obviously
  
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