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• Meta’s new AI option allows remixes of public IG posts

  08-07-2026 23:44 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The company’s updated image generation model lets users tag profiles and import visuals into its artificial intelligence visual creation tools.
  
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• Justin Bieber is joining FIFA’s first-ever World Cup final halftime show

  08-07-2026 23:38 via mashable.com
  
  FIFA officially has Bieber fever. The World Cup governing body and the action platform Global Citizen announced July 8 that Justin Bieber will co-headline the World Cup final halftime show on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium. He'll share the stage with Madonna, Shakira, and BTS in support of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
  The 11-minute show will also feature Burna Boy, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel
  
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• Google saw record-breaking number of searches after Messi and Argentinas comeback World Cup win

  08-07-2026 23:33 via mashable.com
  
  Between match attendance and the sheer number of viewers watching at home or at fan events, there's no doubt that this year's World Cup is going to break many records.However, this latest record-breaking achievement from the 2026 World Cup is truly astonishing.According to Google, Google Search saw its highest usage ever on Tuesday immediately after Argentina scored the winning goal in its comeback victory against Egypt in the World Cup Round of 16 match. This moment surpassed all prior Google S
  
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• Google adds AI-powered Video Remix option

  08-07-2026 22:46 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The option, available in Google Photo, allows users to generate stylized, realistic elements using the company’s Gemini Omni artificial intelligence tool.
  
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• The Odyssey sails into rave reviews and online backlash

  08-07-2026 21:43 via mashable.com
  
  Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has finally completed its first voyage in front of critics, and the early reaction is basically: find the biggest screen near you.The first social reactions to Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic arrived after the film's London world premiere and early press screenings. The movie, shot entirely with IMAX film cameras, opens in theaters July 17.This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might
  
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• Erling Haaland is somehow a Love and Deepspace star now

  08-07-2026 21:39 via mashable.com
  
  Erling Haaland has become one of the 2026 World Cup’s biggest characters in China, and not just because he keeps scoring.The Norwegian striker has spent the past few weeks dominating the field, terrifying defenders, and helping push Norway deep into the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But online, especially on Chinese social media, he has become many other things: a “Nordic Cyborg,” Majin Buu, a goofy giant, a Viking warrior, and, somehow, the romantic lead on Love and Deepspace.The fixat
  
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• Meta Ray-Ban glasses brick the camera if you mess with recording light

  08-07-2026 21:31 via mashable.com
  
  Meta smart glasses automatically disable recording if users attempt to disable the devices' recording indicator light, the company has revealed in the wake of mounting privacy concerns. Announced in a blog post on July 7, the safety feature detects when a user has tampered with or covered the wearable's capture LED, a blinking white light on the edge of the frame that alerts others the wearer is using the glasses' camera. If the light is no longer visible, Meta says, the glasses will disable use
  
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• New Meta AI tool lets users alter photos on public Instagram accounts

  08-07-2026 20:58 via mashable.com
  
  Meta is facing a fresh wave of criticism over a new AI image generator — which encourages users to generate AI images using other people's public photos.On Tuesday, Facebook and Instagram's parent company, Meta, introduced an AI tool called Muse Image, created by its AI division, Superintelligence Labs.Muse Image is available via Meta's AI app, as well as WhatsApp and Instagram Stories. According to Meta, Muse Image "uses advanced reasoning to understand complex prompts, seamlessly blendin
  
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• Emmy snubs: Dropout gets overlooked for legacy and mediocrity

  08-07-2026 20:25 via mashable.com
  
  When it comes to Emmy snubs, the Mashable team is most dismayed by Dropout walking away with nothing in this morning's nominations. Game Changer isn't just a program on Dropout; it's also a fitting description of the platform itself. CEO and game show host Sam Reich has been rewriting the rules of Hollywood with labor practices that include paying for auditions and profit-sharing. Plus, with his comedy collaborators, he's launched inventive TV shows like Game Changer, Dimension 20, and Very Impo
  
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• Glorious Dune: Part Three trailer teases Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya at war

  08-07-2026 20:00 via mashable.com
  
  Craving desert power with a side of devastation? Then you're in luck, because Warner Bros. has released a new trailer for Dune: Part Three.SEE ALSO:'Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender' trailer: The Gaang is all grown up, and there's a new airbender in the mix
  The film concludes director Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed sci-fi trilogy, which took Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) from young duke to Emperor of the universe. His ascent was paved with bloodshed, and by the looks of the trailer, his
  
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• Connor Storries Emmy nod delights Heated Rivalry fans

  08-07-2026 19:41 via mashable.com
  
  Connor Storrie just earned his first Emmy nomination — but not for the role that turned him into one of the internet's newest heartthrobs.The 26-year-old actor received the nod Wednesday for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. That was for hosting Saturday Night Live earlier this year. While many fans had hoped to see Storrie recognized for his breakout performance as Ilya Rozanov in Heated Rivalry, the queer hockey drama wasn't actually eligible for the Primetime Emmys — bec
  
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• Capture all the action this summer with 40% off the GoPro MAX2 Action Camera

  08-07-2026 19:09 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $200.99: As of July 8, get the GoPro MAX2 Action Camera for $299 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $499.99. That's a discount of 40%. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonGoPro MAX2 Action Camera$299 at Amazon $499.99 Save $200.99 Get DealIf you've been trying to figure out the best way to capture all your action-oriented footage this summer, your phone is a great option, but a GoPro is an even better one. There are several models out there, but we've found one that's on sale that
  
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• Skullcandys Crusher Evo headphones are down to $99.99 right now

  08-07-2026 18:31 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE 52%: As of July 8, you can get the Skullcandy Crusher Evo wireless Bluetooth headphones at Amazon for $99.99, down from $209.99. Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless Over-Ear Headphone $99.99 at Amazon $209.99 Save $110.00 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart
  If you're looking for a pair of budget headphones that don't sound like budget headphones, you should check out Skullcandy. While I don't think everyone wants to physically feel their music vibrating against their
  
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• The Segway Navimow i110N robot lawn mower just dropped to a record-low price at Amazon — save over $500

  08-07-2026 18:26 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $510: The Segway Navimow i110N robot lawn mower is on sale at Amazon for $789, down from the list price of $1,299. That's a 39% discount and the lowest price we've seen at Amazon.Opens in a new windowCredit: SegwaySegway Navimow i110N robot lawn mower$789 at Amazon $1,299 Save $510 Get DealLife is short. Unless you get joy from mowing the lawn, it's a tedious task that genuinely never ends. In the same way that we've employed robot vacuums to keep the floors clean inside, a robot lawn
  
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• Evil Dead Burn review: Im so bored

  08-07-2026 18:26 via mashable.com
  
  From Nia DaCosta's 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, to Curry Barker's Obsession, to Sam Raimi's Send Help, and Lee Cronin's The Mummy, 2026 has had no shortage of gloppy, gory carnage for horror fans. But graphic violence and buckets of blood alone aren't enough to make for a satisfying or even scary film. Sadly, the team behind Evil Dead Burn missed the memo, which is wild because Raimi and Cronin are both producers on this one. SEE ALSO:Best horror movies of 2026, and where to watch them now
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• Store all your important files for less with 10% off a Lexar ES3 1TB External SSD

  08-07-2026 18:19 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $17: As of July 8, get the Lexar ES3 1TB External SSD for $152.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $169.99. That's a discount of 10%. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonLexar ES3 1TB External SSD$152.99 at Amazon $169.99 Save $17 Get DealWhen it comes to computer components like RAM and hard drives, everything's getting a little more expensive here and there. So if you're looking for storage that you can use to keep all your important files, photos, or games on, it's good to hop
  
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• Grieving people prefer AI bots that speak as dead loved ones, study suggests

  08-07-2026 18:19 via mashable.com
  
  A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder examined how people emotionally engage with "generative ghosts" — AI chatbots trained to simulate deceased loved ones. The study found that users generally preferred bots that spoke as the deceased in the first person ("reincarnation") over those that merely described them ("representation"), despite acknowledging the risk of becoming too attached.SEE ALSO:'Use a gun': AI chatbots help people plan violence, report says
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• Arbys just dropped a $45 Bedazzled Tumbler

  08-07-2026 18:09 via mashable.com
  
  If you haven't circled July 13 on your calendar to line up outside your nearest Starbucks to fight for the Pink Drink Bearista Cold Cup (literally, what are you doing?), maybe you just prefer a different kind of emotional-support water bottle.SEE ALSO:Starbucks is bringing back the famous S'mores Frappuccino — how to get early access on June 30
  For reasons I cannot fully explain, Arby's is currently selling a 20-ounce Bedazzled Tumbler. It's encrusted with rhinestones and features the rest
  
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• The 27-inch OLED LG Ultragear gaming monitor is $300 off at Amazon

  08-07-2026 18:02 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $300: The 27-inch OLED LG Ultragear gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $699.99, down from the list price of $999.99. That works out to a 30% discount.Opens in a new windowCredit: LG27-inch OLED LG Ultragear gaming monitor (27GX790B-B)$699.99 at Amazon $999.99 Save $300 Get DealWe pay special attention to display quality on almost all of our tech. From our TVs to phones and e-readers, the image we see is highly important to the overall experience. Instead of settling for an accepta
  
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• The Sony ULT Field 7 party speaker finally got a steep discount post-Prime Day

  08-07-2026 17:45 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $151.99: As of July 8, the Sony ULT Field 7 Bluetooth party speaker is on sale at Amazon for just $348 instead of $499.99. That's a savings of 30% and its best price all year.Opens in a new windowCredit: SonySony ULT Field 7$348 $499.99 Save $151.99 Get DealMashable's shopping team loves the Sony ULT Field speaker lineup, so we were thrilled to see many of the top models on sale for Prime Day. One of our favorites, however, was missing from the deals list: the ULT Field 7. Fortunately,
  
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• Your favorite internet videos are coming to Netflix

  08-07-2026 17:31 via mashable.com
  
  Netflix does not just want your movie night anymore. It wants your 13-minute lunch break, too.Starting Aug. 3, Netflix will begin adding short and mid-length videos from major digital publishers directly to its homepage, giving subscribers a new way to watch internet-native series without leaving the app. The first wave of partners includes BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, Hearst Magazines, People Inc., Tastemade, and PMX, a Penske Media subdivision that includes The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, E
  
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• Score up to 47% off Craftsman cordless drill kits, socket sets, and more at Amazon

  08-07-2026 17:26 via mashable.com
  
  GET UP TO 47% OFF: As of July 8, you can get up to 47% off select Craftsman tools at Amazon. Save on cordless drills, toolsets, and more.Best Craftsman tool deals as of July 8: Best drill deal Craftsman V20 Cordless Drill/Driver Kit$59(save $40)Get DealBest tool set dealCraftsman 262-Piece Mechanic Tool Set $149(save $100)Get DealBest cordless tool deal Craftsman V20 Brad Nailer$99(save $60)Get Deal
  Growing up with a dad who's a mechanic (and a race car driver) meant I spent my childhood rummagi
  
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• Emmy nominations 2026: See the list

  08-07-2026 17:25 via mashable.com
  
  The Television Academy announced the nominees for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards today, and this year's list sets up a showdown between HBO and Apple TV.SEE ALSO:The best TV shows of 2026 (so far), and where to stream them
  The two most-nominated shows of the year are HBO Max originals: The Pitt dominated the drama category with 25 nominations, while Hacks took over the comedy category with 24 nominations. Coming in right behind them are two Apple TV series: Widow's Bay, which nabbed 19 nominatio
  
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• iShowSpeed World Cup stream captures alleged racist abuse, prompting FIFA investigation

  08-07-2026 17:22 via mashable.com
  
  FIFA has opened an investigation after alleged racist abuse directed at iShowSpeed was captured during one of the streamer's World Cup livestreams on YouTube, reports the New York Times. Over the past month, Speed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., has become an unofficial face of the World Cup online, livestreaming matches from stadiums across the United States and giving millions of viewers a front-row seat to the tournament via his official partnership with FIFA, FOX Sports, and YouTube.
  
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• Toshibas 2026 premium Mini LED 4K TV drops over 50% to its lowest price ever

  08-07-2026 17:09 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $802: As of July 8, the Toshiba 65-inch Z670R Mini LED 4K TV is on sale for just $697.99 at Amazon. That's more than 50% off its original list price of $1,499.99 and its best price on record.Opens in a new windowCredit: ToshibaToshiba 65-inch Z670R Mini LED 4K TV$697.99 at Amazon $1,499.99 Save $802 Get DealKnown for its budget-friendly pricing, you may not equate the Toshiba brand with premium TVs. But earlier this year, the brand released the Z670R Mini LED model, seeking to change y
  
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• Beats just dropped its cutest cable yet in Power Pink — buy it for under $20

  08-07-2026 17:03 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Beats has launched a new Power Pink colorway for its woven cable lineup, bringing a brighter look to your everyday tech accessories. The cables are available in USB-C-to-USB-C and USB-A-to-USB-C options, with prices starting at $18.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: BeatsBeats USB‑C to USB‑C (1.5 m / 5 ft.) – Power Pink$18.99 at Apple  Shop NowThe brand that made colorful headphones a style statement is now bringing that same energy to charging cables with its new Powe
  
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• Moana review: Disney transforms a cinematic masterpiece to kids stuff

  08-07-2026 17:00 via mashable.com
  
  When Moana was released in 2016, it was a gorgeous cinematic wonder, drawing inspiration from Polynesian mythology, offering moving and catchy songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mark Mancina, and Opetaia Foa'i, and reveling in the creative freedom animation offers. At its core, it was a story of a young girl rejecting the norms of her society to fight for creation and exploration over annihilation and ignorance. 2026's live-action remake of Moana has the same plot. But because of its execution &mdas
  
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• Make tidying your home effortless with $130 off the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop

  08-07-2026 16:40 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $130: As of July 8, get the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $1,169.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,299.99. That's a discount of 10%. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonDreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop$1,169.99 at Amazon $1,299.99 Save $130 Get DealIf you spend an inordinate amount of time trying to keep your floors clean, it's time to admit you might need some help. A robot vacuum is one of the best and easiest ways to make sure you have spotless carpets an
  
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• Discord confirms AI moderators have banned thousands over harmless images

  08-07-2026 16:40 via mashable.com
  
  AI is everywhere these days, and on Discord, that caused several thousand people to lose access to the app for no good reason.In a thread on X, the gamer-centric chat app confirmed that about 8,000 accounts over the past two months had been banned after posting totally harmless images such as video game textures. This happened because Discord employs an AI moderation system that mistook the images for "harmful material." While Discord's thread said that "a member of our Trust & Safety team a
  
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• Low-price alert: The 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger is back at the lowest price ever at Amazon

  08-07-2026 16:24 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $50: The 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger is on sale at Amazon for $99.99, down from the normal price of $149.99. That's a 33% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.Opens in a new windowCredit: Anker160W GaN Anker Prime Charger$99.99 at Amazon $149.99 Save $50.00 Get DealWe're deep in the season of summer travel, and if you're trying to minimize the bulk while packing, you've probably noticed the charger/cord situation is a bit much. It's great we have so many fun tech
  
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• Grubhub’s latest hack lets you add a Lovesac couch to your wings order — how to qualify for this wild World Cup promo

  08-07-2026 15:10 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: This World Cup promotion gives fans a chance to win a Lovesac couch with their Buffalo Wild Wings order. Starting July 10, order $35 or more through Grubhub, add the "Side of Couch," and you could be one of 26 winners receiving a new Lovesac Sactional before the Final.For the first time, Lovesac, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Grubhub are teaming up to let fans add a "Side of Couch" to their Grubhub order. While the couch itself won't arrive with your wings, adding "Side of Couch" gives you a ch
  
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• Elon Musk says Opus-class Grok 4.5 is about to launch

  08-07-2026 15:07 via mashable.com
  
  Talk about jumping on the bandwagon at the very last minute. On Wednesday, SpaceXAI CEO Elon Musk announced that the new version of the company's AI chatbot, Grok 4.5, will be released to the public on Thursday, July 9. "Based on strong positive feedback from customers in our beta test program, @SpaceXAI will make Grok 4.5 available to the public tomorrow. It is an Opus-class model, but faster, more token-efficient and lower cost," wrote Musk in a post on X. This Tweet is currently unavailable.
  
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• Chipotle drives rewards program with ‘PGA Tour 2K25’ integration

  08-07-2026 15:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  The partnership is part of a larger golf strategy by the brand, which became an official sponsor of PGA Tour through a multiyear deal announced in January.
  
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• How Doritos gets global, year-round scale with Formula 1 partnership

  08-07-2026 14:38 via marketingdive.com
  
  Kyle Gore, vice president of global marketing for Doritos, compares the brand's efforts to what's required for the Super Bowl — but on a much larger scale.
  
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• L.O.L. Surprise! turns 10 with Jennie and Rosalía dolls: Where to buy the new Music Festival collection

  08-07-2026 14:05 via mashable.com
  
  L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival Collection: Music Festival Tots with Collectible Vinyl Albums$11.99 at MGA ShopShop NowMusic Festival Headliners Tots Global Music Artist Dolls$14.99 at MGA ShopShop NowMusic Festival Furniture Packs$16.99 at MGA ShopShop NowMusic Festival Featuring Rosalía Fashion Doll with Collectible Poster$26.99 at MGA ShopShop NowMusic Festival Featuring Jennie Fashion Doll with Collectible Poster$26.99 at MGA ShopShop Now
  After a decade of surprise-filled unboxings, L
  
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• YouTube launches desktop version of Ask YouTube

  08-07-2026 01:24 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The conversational search chatbot is designed to help users “explore complex questions” with natural language prompts, the company said.
  
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• TikTok launches Discover America tour

  08-07-2026 01:21 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The six-city roadshow is designed to highlight regional creators and promote the app as a valuable marketing tool.
  
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• Meta’s new AI can generate images of you from your Instagram, and you’re opted in 

  08-07-2026 00:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hidden inside Meta's Muse Image rollout is a default setting that gives any user access to your public Instagram photos as AI generation fodder.
  
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• Meta adds updated disclosure tags for AI-generated ads

  08-07-2026 00:27 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The updated tags will provide more info on which promotions include AI-generated elements, whether from Meta or via external AI tools. 
  
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• Meta’s new image and video AI tools let you turn Instagram into your creative mood board

  08-07-2026 00:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With Muse Image live and Muse Video in preview, Meta has officially stopped outsourcing its creative AI to Midjourney and Black Forest Labs.
  
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• SpaceX rebrands as SpaceXAI

  08-07-2026 00:11 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The combined company now encompasses SpaceX, xAI and social media platform X.
  
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• Meta faces potential $1.4 trillion in penalties

  08-07-2026 00:00 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  In a child safety case, four U.S. states are seeking combined damages that the company estimates would be close to its market cap, per Reuters.
  
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