Thursday · July 9, 2026 Vol. I · No. 189
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Abdullah Mason’s TV numbers draw mixed reactions after Albert Bell title fight PFL MENA 10 weigh-in results: Welterweight, featherweight tournaments set New Hampshire snuffs out trailblazing state-government bitcoin bond effort BiYu Promotions Launches “Fights Under The Lights” Claressa Shields predicts Jaron Ennis vs Sebastian Fundora: “Can’t make those mistakes against him” Mbappé stunner ends Morocco resistance to send France into World Cup semi-finals Harper in a hometown Derby? He's in it to win it -- again Harper in a hometown Derby? He's in it to win it -- again Abdullah Mason’s TV numbers draw mixed reactions after Albert Bell title fight PFL MENA 10 weigh-in results: Welterweight, featherweight tournaments set New Hampshire snuffs out trailblazing state-government bitcoin bond effort BiYu Promotions Launches “Fights Under The Lights” Claressa Shields predicts Jaron Ennis vs Sebastian Fundora: “Can’t make those mistakes against him” Mbappé stunner ends Morocco resistance to send France into World Cup semi-finals Harper in a hometown Derby? He's in it to win it -- again Harper in a hometown Derby? He's in it to win it -- again

Hardware & Devices

Technology · Hardware & Devices

Samsung's latest budget phone has mild upgrades and a $50 price hike

The Galaxy A27 5G has a stronger chipset, at least.

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Google Finance is now available as a standalone Android app

Google Finance is a standalone Android app now, with an iOS version on the way.

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Sony A7R VI review: A huge speed boost makes this a nearly perfect high-resolution camera

Sony's A7R VI finally serves up speed and resolution together thanks to the new 67MP stacked sensor.

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IBM says it has created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip

IBM says it has created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip

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Apple hikes prices for most of its hardware

Macs, MacBooks, iPads and other Apple products just got more expensive.

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Can your smartwatch detect sleep apnea?

No smartwatch can actually diagnose sleep apnea, but some can track certain signs that might indicate you have the condition.

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Google will open the Play Store to outside billing on June 30

Google will allow developers to offer alternative billing in the US, the UK and Europe starting on June 30.

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Nothing teases the Phone 4b, launching on July 7

Nothing will launch the entry-level Phone 4b on July 7.

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C'mon, you don't need an AI to check your spelling

A Florida Republican denies claims her team used AI to work on draft legislation, saying Claude was only used as spelling and grammar checker.

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Xbox is testing support for longer gamertags

Xbox is testing new features, including support for 15-character gamertags.

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Amazon Zoox's latest robotaxi looks (marginally) less like a toy car

Amazon-owned Zoox has introduced its new autonomous vehicle meant for for large-scale production.

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OpenAI's free GPT-5.5 model makes ChatGPT better at understanding context

OpenAI has rolled out an upgrade for the free model you interact with the most on ChatGPT.

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After successfully selling over 15 cars, Faraday Future would now like you to buy its robots

Farday Future hasn't quite given up on EVs, but it's now also pitching a lineup of robots, including humanoids and a quadruped with an optional canine heads.

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The Grand Theft Auto 6 physical edition is overpriced DRM in a box

It's not the $80 physical edition we deserve, and it's also not the one we need right now.

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European Space Agency's Euclid captures the star-filled center of the Milky Way

NASA will begin mapping the galactic bulge with a mission later this summer.

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Jalapeño is the first AI chip from OpenAI and Broadcom

It's a spicy start for the AI company's collaboration with the chip maker.

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Hulu auto-quality settings are quietly downgrading your picture. Here's why

If you have a half-decent internet connection, you can probably turn "Data Saver" off.

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Honda is reportedly reviving the Element as an affordable hybrid

According to Automotive News, the cult-favorite Honda Element could return in 2029 as a small hybrid SUV.

TECHNOLOGY
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Lumysi hid an activity tracker in a bracelet because wearables are gauche, darling

It's a Kickstarter from an unknown brand that wants to offer a classier fitness tracker.

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Family files wrongful death suit following Tesla crash in Texas

Victim's family files wrongful death suit following Tesla crash in Texas.

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8BitDo launches the Arcade Controller Pro for hardcore fighting game fans

The 8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro is a subtle update for hardcore fighting game fans.

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Google says it'll soon be easier to use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID via Wallet

Google Wallet will about to make TSA Precheck easier.

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Wireless charging wastes way more electricity than wired, here's why

It's way more convenient, but way less efficient.

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Google Home Speaker review: A modest update for the Gemini era

Google's new speaker is a modest update, but the question is whether Gemini is a good smart home assistant.