Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash pressed accelerator 100%, NTSB confirms
The safety board confirmed Tesla's account of the crash, which the company shared days after it happened last month.
Following right behind the first-ever discount on the Segway Myon e-bike , the brand is now offering a special members-only promotional deal on its Max G3 Electric Scooter for $999.99 shipped , after joining the brands mileage club for free here through July 18, beating out Amazons pricing by $200. While you may see it carrying around a $1,500 MSRP direct from Segway, you can more often find it discounted or starting at Amazon at $1,200, while discounts usually drop it between $1,100 and $1,050, though there was a fall in January to $1,002, as well as some drops further as low as $1,000 most recently occurring during Junes Prime Day event. Now, youre getting another chance at Prime Day pricing with the $200 markdown off the going rate (and $500 off the MSRP) for the best price we have tracked in 2026.
Samsung isn't sure why some Galaxy S26 Ultra screens are turning red
Samsung appears to be internally investigating the discoloration defect.
European Commission will not force smartwatches and other wearables to have replaceable batteries
The EU adopted regulation in 2023 that requires many electronics to have replaceable batteries by 2027.
Mid-week Apple Books and audiobook deals from $2
Todays lineup of the best Apple Books deals is now ready, including titles like The Storm of Echoes, Sonic the Hedgehog, Hemlock Bay, Beneath a Broken Sky, Venomous, The Lost Constitution, The Mountains We Call Home, Where the Wildflowers Grow, and more. Just be sure to dive into the $50 off AirPods Pro 3 to upgrade you audiobook experience, M5 MacBook Air models at $150 off , Series 11 down at $299 and these iPhone 17 Pro models at $220 off . The books await below.
Windows 0-day drops the same day Microsoft releases record number of patches
HiveLegacy is a powerful primitive that's likely capable of other nefarious actions.
Amid hardware legal battle, OpenAI releases a $230 keyboard for Codex
OpenAI, which is in the middle of a legal battle with Apple over hardware trade theft allegations, just released a light-up keyboard designed to be paired with its agentic coding app.
Apple Lists Products Eligible for Tax-Free Holidays in 10 U.S. States
Apple recently updated its website with a list of products eligible for upcoming 2026 sales tax holidays in select U.S. states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The tax-free holidays run between July 17 and August 20 depending on the state, with the exact dates in each state outlined on Apple's website. Sales tax holidays provide a limited-time opportunity to purchase select Apple products online or in stores without paying sales tax. Apple says tax savings may not appear during checkout, but will be reflected on the final receipt. Apple products that are eligible for the tax-free holidays vary by state, and there are also price limits in some states. The most common eligible products include select Macs, iPads, and related accessories, but the iPhone and Apple Vision Pro are also eligible in a few states. All of this information is outlined on the page . Sales tax holidays are especially beneficial to students, as the tax savings can be combined with Apple's Back to School promotion, which offers students a free or discounted accessory or gift card with the purchase of an eligible Mac or iPad. The promotion just started rolling out in select Asian countries today and will likely begin in the U.S. soon. Tag: Apple Store This article, Apple Lists Products Eligible for Tax-Free Holidays in 10 U.S. States first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
FCC to repeal 39% TV ownership cap in boost for Trump-friendly news orgs
FCC chairman claims power to repeal TV ownership limit set by Congress.
Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II
The vulnerability in the decades-old game could have allowed hackers to take over victims computers with a malicious game invite.
Update 6/15: After going out of stock, this deal is live again at Amazon. If youre looking to upgrade your turntable or get into vinyl for the first time, the Sony models are a great option in my experience and its 2026 model PS-LX5BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable is now within $1 of the lowest price Amazon has offered it for at over $100 off .
In memoriam: 7 of our favorite Sam Neill films
The actor, who starred in 1993's Jurassic Park , died Monday in Sydney, Australia, at the age of 78.
Sign up for a Costco Gold Star Membership for $65 and get a $50 Digital Costco Shop Card
How can you keep costs low when you end up burning through a quarter tank of gas just running errands all week. Instead of going from store to store and loading up in small bursts, it might be easier if you consolidated and got all your shopping done at once. It might sound hard to pull off, but if you might be surprised by what you can find at Costco. And right now, you can get a 1-Year Costco Gold Star Membership and a $50 Digital Costco Shop Card*, and its still just $ 65 .
OpenAI launches a physical keypad for controlling agents
OpenAI's collaboration with keyboard maker Work Louder is available to order today.
Amazon offering base M5 MacBook Pro at $150 off new list price, M5 Pro/Max up to $400 off
The price of the current-generation M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max lineup has gone up, but if you are looking to land a machine right now, Amazon does at least have some price relief here. The base M5 models are as much as $150 off the new list prices and some of the higher-end 16-inch models are up to $400 off .
Nomad Kicks Off Anniversary Sale With Up to 30% Off Sitewide
Nomad is celebrating its anniversary by offering up to 30 percent off sitewide this week, giving shoppers a chance to save on the brand's best wireless chargers, iPhone cases, Apple Watch bands, and more. This sale does not require a coupon code as all the discounts have been automatically applied, and it will last for this week only. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Nomad. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. One highlight of the event is Nomad's Stand One Qi2 2-in-1 charging station , available for $90, down from $129. This accessory simultaneously charges your iPhone and AirPods, supporting both horizontal and vertical orientations for the iPhone. UP TO 30% OFF Nomad Anniversary Sale You'll find a collection of iPhone 17 cases in this sale, including Nomad's Sport Case for $39 ($10 off), Modern Leather Case for $55 ($14 off), and Rugged Leather Case for $60 ($25 off). iPhone 17 Cases Sport Case - $39, down from $49 Modern Leather Case - $55, down from $69 Rugged Leather Case - $60, down from $85 Charging Stand One - $90, down from $129 Base One Max - $119, down from $159 iPad Cases Leather Folio for iPad Air - $97, down from $129 Apple Watch Bands Sport Slim Band - $44, down from $59 Rugged Case - $48, down from $119 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Nomad Kicks Off Anniversary Sale With Up to 30% Off Sitewide first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
SpaceX slips below its $135 IPO price ahead of Starship launch
The stock has steadily fallen from the euphoric post-IPO high, showing that markets may be sobering up to the promises CEO Elon Musk made before and after SpaceX went public.
Thinking Machines Lab Drops Its First Model
Inkling, a 975-billion-parameter open source model, was trained to understand video and audio. It could help Thinking Machines establish itself among competitors like Anthropic and OpenAI.
Thinking Machines amps up its bet against one-size-fits-all AI with its first open model, Inkling
It's the company's first public proof point after a year and a half spent building AI infrastructure largely out of public view.
Apple is reportedly shopping for AI chip companies
Apple's current M2 Ultra-powered servers don't seem to be cutting it, so the company is shopping around for more power.
Phone maker OnePlus reportedly plans to wind down US and Europe operations
OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops the Lexar 2TB Professional Go portable SSD in silver down to $249.99 shipped. This particular drive originally launched at $300 but has sold for as much as $480 in recent months amid rising memory prices and limited supply. While todays deal does not quite match the $230 Prime Day low it recently hit, it is still an excellent price given how SSD deals are so hard to come by these days. Youre still looking at substantial savings here at 47% off, so be sure to grab it before the price climbs again.
The 2026 Nomad Anniversary Sale is flying this week, but it just lowered the price again on its latest 2-in-1 25W Qi2 Stand One MagSafe charging station. the black and white models of its premium metal/glass charging station are now 30% off and the all-new Cosmic Orange has now hit a new all-time low .
This aluminum magnetic SSD enclosure is also an 8-in-1 hub with 4K HDMI, and it
Courtesy of ORICOs official Amazon storefront, you can now score this 8-in-1 USB-C hub in orange for $26.39 shipped. Be sure to enter promo code M8WJR4L6 during checkout to see the discounted price. This is a newer version of the 6-in-1 model we have featured before, and it typically sells for $60. It dropped to around $45 during the recent Prime Day sale, but the promo code highlighted above takes over 50% off the usual price and knocks another $19 off that previous low. This is the best price we have tracked for the dock since it debuted, and you can learn more about it below.
Samsung is making Amazon Music pre-installed bloatware on Galaxy phones
Don't use Amazon Music? Too bad, Samsung is installing it for you anyway.
Hack suggests AI music generator Suno scraped YouTube for training data
The hacker used an employee's credentials to access source code, which revealed how Suno scraped decades of audio.
Update your kitchen with Ninja
We just spotted Amazon offering the Ninja Prestige Smart XL 10-in-1 Countertop Oven for $199.99 shipped, beating the direct website where its listed at its full $400 price. You wont want to dawdle long on decisions here, as there is a clock counting down to the deals end, and there are 11 hours left at the time of writing this. Discounts on this model have gone as low as $200 previously, which is where Amazons June Prime Day event landed it. Now, the deal for 50% savings is back, giving you another chance to update your countertops at the best price we have tracked to date. There are plenty more Ninja appliance deals to check out in the official Amazon storefront here.
Whatnot acquires Shaped to power real-time live shopping recommendations
Livestream shopping platform Whatnot has acquired AI startup Shaped, a machine learning company focused on real-time recommendations and search. The deal will bolster Whatnots personalization and discovery features as it expands into new product categories.
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready, including titles like ScourgeBringer, Retro Zoo CEO, Guardian War: Ultimate Edition, Final Fantasy Dimensions, Tiny Terraces, Beat Workers, and more. We also have a rare deal live today on the official Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger at 25% off , a solid $300 offPixel 10 Pro, a chance to land Pixel Watch 4 at $192 off , and Google Pixel 10/Pro Pixelsnap cases up to 36% off , but for now its all about the apps.
Scientist finds 'demon cavefish' in pool beneath US military base
In a remarkable finding, a scientist has uncovered a new species of eyeless fish in Bobcat Cave, aptly named the demon cavefish after a character from a popular TV series. This fascinating creature has evolved to thrive in complete darkness, displaying no eyes or pigmentation. Intriguingly, it cohabits with another sightless predator, showcasing the resilience of unique wildlife beneath humanity's constructed environments.
Amazon is offering the EGO Power+ 56V 15-inch Cordless Electric POWERLOAD String Trimmer with 2.5Ah battery down at $153 shipped. Down from $219, discounts up until today have only gone as low as $153 on Amazon in past years, with the last time being back during Octobers 2025 Prime Day event, while the most recent June Prime Day saw it keeping to its full price. While the deal lasts, youre getting the first 2026 chance at the largest $66 markdown to the lowest price we have tracked.
This grade 5 titanium Apple Watch band costs a fraction of many others, now $63
FiNESTONE Grade 5 Titanium Apple Watch Band Buy for $63 (Reg. $80) What we love While there are bigger brands out there that deliver top-notch bands like this, I personally think its nice to see smaller brands put some pressure on them to keep prices in check. Todays markdown delivers a grade 5 titanium band for $63, a price that is anywhere from two to five times less pricey than some of the others out there.
Tidy up and top off your Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers with this charging dock down at $17
JSAUX EnergyFlow Joy-Con 2 Charging Dock Buy for $17 (Reg. $19) What we love I used charging docks like this for all of my controllers, right now I have one for a couple sets of Joy-Con 2 controllers and two for DualSense gamepads. Its really nice to not only have controllers always topped off, but also to have a dedicated place to set them down when Im done with them.
Microsoft patches record number of security vulnerabilities, citing its use of AI
Microsoft's monthly release of security fixes, dubbed Patch Tuesday, resolved a record 570 security vulnerabilities across the company's product line, thanks to discoveries with AI.
Mid-week Apple TV deals up to 80% off: There Will Be Blood, Minecraft, Pok
Your mid-week lineup of the best Apple TV deals is now ready with titles like There Will Be Blood, No Country for Old Men A Minecraft Movie, Pokmon: Detective Pikachu, The Breakfast Club, Fast X, Monkey Man, Morgan Freeman 3-movie Collection, The Little Things & Training Day Bundle, and more. You can also still land $50 offAirPods Pro 3, M5 MacBook Air models at $150 off , various Apple Watch Series 11 models from $299 ,and Renewed Premium iPhone 17 Pro at $220 off . The Apple TV await below.
A hacker accessed Suno source code that reportedly details how the company scraped millions of songs
Suno says it was breached in November and no sensitive personal information was compromised.
Overhaul that overused outlet with this 10-in-1 USB-C extender and night light for $12 (Reg. $20)
Addtam 10-in-1 USB-C Outlet Extender with Night Light Buy for $12 (Reg. $20) What we love Im a big fan of outlet extenders like this. There are several placed in my home where two outlets just dont cut it, so an affordable unit like this greatly expands that, with this offering delivering a total of 6 AC, two USB-A, as well as two Type-C ports. It even has a built-in night light. Not bad for just $12.
Wrap your Switch 2 in this protective case, now $14 at Amazon (Save 46%)
JSAUX Nintendo Switch 2 Protective Case Buy for $14 (Reg. $26) What we love If you want an affordable way to tote your Switch 2 from one place to the next, I dont think $14 Prime shipped is anything to balk at. This solution features a hardshell exterior and a dedicated 10-cartridge compartment in the upper portion of the case.
Vibrant red quick-dry printed polo falls 50%, snag it for $13.50 Prime shipped
Alex Vando Quick-Dry Printed Polo Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $27) What we love A lot of polo shirts lean into the usualcolorways, so Ive been intentionally keeping my eye open for vibrant alternatives that are likely to stand out in your wardrobe. This pattern really pops to my eye, and its only $13.50 right now.
Today is the last day of Apple Pay 6% promo at Nike
A couple days back we called out that Nike had teamed up with Apple to offer 6% Daily Cash on purchases that used Apple Pay at checkout. If you missed out then, theres still time, but not much. The offer expires today, so we sifted throught the entire sale page and specifically looked at the discounted bags. Highlights include the Nike x LEGO Collection Waistpack (3L), Nike Commute Sling Bag (8L), Nike Heritage Backpack 2.0 (23L), and more. Just note that you can also score these stylish kicks for $24.50 , a linen button-down shirt from $13.50 , and much more in our apparel guide . Head below to see todays Nike deals.
Wellbots 13th Anniversary offers EcoFlow
As part of the Wellbots Day 13th Anniversary Sale , which is offering major savings like Amazons Prime Day for only two days, you can find a collection of EcoFlow power stations with up to 40% price cuts, as well as an additional 13% exclusive savings using our code 9TO5BDAY13 at checkout. One notable inclusion is EcoFlows popular DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station down at $2,261.13 shipped , after using the above code, beating out both the direct website and Amazon by $338. Despite its $3,699 MSRP directly from EcoFlow, this station has been spending most of the time discounted around $2,599 these days, with the deal here only beaten out by falls to $2,099 and the $1,999 low that we last saw earlier in the year. Youre getting a combined $338 exclusive savings off the going rate ($1,438 off the MSRP) for the third-lowest price we have tracked overall, and the best price weve seen since mid-April including during Prime Day. Head below to check out the full lineup of deals while they last through July 16.
Add these stylish kicks to your collection while they
Bruno Marc Fashion Sneakers Buy for $24.50 (Reg. $39) What we love Ive covered deals on this style before, and since then the price has fallen further. I actually own a pair of these and really dig the fact that multiple colors and patterns are put to work, which I think really sets these apart from many others, especially at todays price point.
Add this summer-ready linen button-down shirt to your closet from $13.50 (Save 50%)
Alex Vando Linen Button-Down Shirt Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $27) What we love Its easy to spend several times more on a similar shirt from the bigger brands, even now, todays offer is 50% off the usual rate. So for $13.50 Prime shipped, this shirt gets the green light from me.
Apple TV Announces Return of MLS Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Apple today announced that Major League Soccer is returning to the Apple TV streaming service tomorrow, July 16, with the regular season resuming as the 2026 FIFA World Cup wraps up. Apple TV subscribers in more than 100 countries can watch every MLS match. A separate subscription is no longer required. This article, Apple TV Announces Return of MLS Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Indian firms offer higher pay for GenAI micro-credentials: Report
New Delhi: Almost every three out of five Indian employers are willing to pay more than 15 per cent higher salary to fresh graduates with GenAI micro-credentials, a new report has revealed. This is the highest among all the countries surveyed, edtech firm Coursera said in its Micro-Credentials Impact Report 2026. Based on insights from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for around $53.4B
Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have reportedly submitted a joint bid to acquire PayPal in a deal valued at approximately $53.4 billion. Reuters reports that the offer was submitted earlier this month and is backed by roughly $50 billion in committed bank financing. Under the proposal, Stripe and Advent would jointly own PayPal, []
Apple Reportedly Looking to Acquire AI Chip Companies
Apple is looking to acquire AI chip companies as part of an effort to reduce its dependence on Nvidia for demanding AI workloads, according to The Information . Apple currently handles some AI processing in its own data centers using its own chips, but relies on Nvidia hardware housed within Google Cloud for more demanding tasks, an arrangement that includes the Gemini model powering the overhauled version of Siri . Apple's own AI server chip, internally code-named Baltra , had been expected to ship this year but has been delayed, according to people said to be familiar with the project. Apple has historically limited its acquisitions to deals in the hundreds of millions of dollars and avoided large purchases, but that approach appears to be shifting. In January, Apple completed its acquisition of Q.ai , an Israeli company specializing in interpreting speech through facial micromovements, paying close to $2 billion, second only to the $3 billion Apple paid for Beats Electronics in 2014. Apple also signaled a change in financial strategy during its most recent quarterly earnings call , when CFO Kevan Parekh told analysts the company would no longer target et cash neutral status, a policy under which it had kept its cash reserves roughly in line with its total debt. Apple did not explain the reasoning behind the change, though the added flexibility could free up capital for larger acquisitions. Apple is already reportedly pursuing acquisitions of AI companies that could help shrink AI models for more efficient use on iPhone. It is also worth noting that Apple's own in-house chip design capabilities originated with an acquisition. In 2008, the company acquired PA Semi for $278 million, a deal that laid the foundation for the custom processors now used across many of its product lines. Impending leadership transitions could also bring a more aggressive approach to dealmaking, with hardware chief John Ternus set to succeed Tim Cook as CEO in September, and chip executive Johny Srouji being given expanded responsibility over all of Apple's hardware engineering, in addition to semiconductors. Apple's chip design team has traditionally focused on battery-powered mobile devices rather than the high-performance server chips required to compete with Nvidia, the dominant supplier of AI server hardware. That limitation became apparent during development of the revamped Siri , when engineers reportedly attempted to run Google's Gemini models on Apple's own server infrastructure but found that the chips, designed with Mac workloads in mind, could not handle a model of that scale. As a result, Apple was required to process portions of the new Siri's workload using Nvidia chips within Google's cloud infrastructure. Acquiring outside chip expertise would complement work already underway internally. Apple is currently developing a server chip based on the M5 Ultra chip, according to Bloomberg , while a future M7 Ultra chip is reportedly intended to substantially improve AI performance to a level that could begin to rival Nvidia's Blackwell chip. The M7 Ultra is expected to support up to 1.5TB of memory, roughly double the capacity of M5 Ultra, though Bloomberg added that a server chip based on M7 Ultra is unlikely to be ready before 2029. Acquisitions represent only one avenue Apple is pursuing to reduce its reliance on Nvidia. The Information first reported Apple's collaboration with Broadcom on an AI server chip in 2024, and Broadcom confirmed in a securities filing last week that the companies had extended that partnership through 2031 . Tags: Apple Intelligence , Nvidia , The Information This article, Apple Reportedly Looking to Acquire AI Chip Companies first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
The FCC plans to rip up local TV station ownership rules
The FCC might be overstepping its bounds to open the door to broadcast TV monopolies.
New Bose Lifestyle Ultra soundbar and speakers bundle now $250 off (All-time low)
We spotted the first notable deal on the brand new Bose Lifestyle Ultra home speaker lineup when Amazon dropped the price on a pair of the new Alexa+/AirPlayBose Lifestyle Ultra Speakers. Today, however, we are featuring nearly $250 off the new Bose Surround Sound Set that also includes the brand new Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar.
Much in the same vein as Amazons Prime Day event, the Wellbots Day 13th Anniversary Sale has launched and will be running for only two days, and its a great chance to score up to 58% major savings on Jackery power stations especially with the exclusive sitewide bonus savings code 9TO5BDAY13 being used at checkout. Among the large selection of units, you can find Jackerys newest HomePower 2000 Plus V2 Potable Power Station down at $912.63 shipped , after using the above code, beating both the brands website and Amazon pricing by $136. This newer station hit the market just last month with a $1,799 MSRP, while discounts having been seen taking the costs down to either $1,049 or $899 during Prime Day. The deal here starts at the first of these two prices, while the exclusive code gives you a combined $886 savings to land just $14 above that Prime Day low. Weve got tons more Jackery power station deals collected and waiting for you below, which beat out the direct websites current sale .
Spotify expands parent-managed accounts to users on its free tier
The feature was previously only available to paid subscribers.
Apple Adds 36-Month Carrier Financing for Cellular iPads
Apple has introduced 36-month financing for cellular iPad purchases through AT&T and Verizon, adding to the 12-month option previously available via Apple Card . The new financing, first reported by 9to5Mac , replaces Apple Card Monthly Installments as the sole route to spreading out a cellular iPad purchase. That plan paid off the balance interest-free over 12 months; the new carrier options extend across Apple's full cellular iPad lineup, including the iPad, iPad mini , iPad Air , and iPad Pro . Both carriers restrict eligibility to subscribers activating a new line of service, rather than those adding a cellular iPad to an existing plan. The principal distinction between the two options is term length. Extending repayment from 12 months to 36 months substantially reduces the monthly cost, although the total amount financed remains unchanged. The addition follows Apple's iPad price increases from late June, which affected the entire lineup . The extended financing term offers a way to offset the impact of those higher prices at checkout. The 11-inch iPad Pro's cellular configuration now starts at $1,399, up from $1,199 prior to the price increase, which amounts to $116.58 per month under the 12-month Apple Card plan. Financed through AT&T or Verizon instead, the same purchase costs approximately $38 per month over 36 months. Related Roundups: iPad , iPad Air , iPad Pro , iPad mini Buyer's Guide: iPad (Don't Buy) , iPad Air (Buy Now) , iPad Pro (Neutral) , iPad Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forum: iPad This article, Apple Adds 36-Month Carrier Financing for Cellular iPads first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
India bets billions on breaking China
New Delhi announced a $6.5 billion smartphone manufacturing program and a $13.3 billion semiconductor push to deepen India's electronics supply chain.
Hinge users can now get friends to hype them up on their profiles
You can hear about a prospective match from the people who know them best.
Apple Intelligence finally gets regulatory approval in China
Apple will reportedly partner with Chinese firms Baidu and Alibaba to roll out its AI service in the country.
The 2024 indictment, now unsealed, accuses three Russians and two web hosts of aiding hackers and profiting from cybercrime.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon, which drops the wireless Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Hello Kitty headset down to $102.98 shipped. Dont forget to clip the on-page coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. That is down from its $140 list price and roughly $6 below the previous $109 low, marking the best price we have tracked for it so far. The wired USB version of this headset is also discounted to $57.95 shipped with a similar promo code. Amazon lists that model at $110, so todays offer takes just over $52 off and delivers up to 47% in savings. This remains one of the more popular headsets in Razers catalog, and its available at a solid price today at nearly 50% off.
Official Google Pixel 10, Pro, Pro XL, and 10a cases up to 30% off this week, deals from $24
Alongside the $300price drops on Google Pixel 10 Pro and as much as Pixelsnap models can be found right here, but there are plenty more down below from $24.
Healthy snacks brand Open Secret raises over Rs 50 Cr funding
The company said the fresh capital will be used to expand its offline retail footprint, strengthen its product pipeline, and deploy artificial intelligence across its supply chain.
EU Drops Battery Removal Requirement for Apple Watch and AirPods
The European Commission yesterday adopted new exemptions to its Batteries Regulation that free the Apple Watch and AirPods from having to offer user-removable and replaceable batteries. The EU's Batteries Regulation generally requires consumer products sold in the region to let users swap out their own batteries, a push meant to keep devices in use longer and make it easier to recover materials for recycling. The Commission has now expanded its list of exempt product types to six additional categories , folding in wearables like smartwatches and fitness trackers. The reasoning largely mirrors why devices like electric toothbrushes were already exempt: Opening a compact, sealed enclosure and failing to reseal it properly could let water in and create a safety risk. Products can also qualify for exemption if their construction makes battery removal inherently dangerous, or if there is no realistic way to build in user access given current manufacturing methods. The new categories effectively cover the Apple Watch and AirPods, both of which rely on the kind of small, sealed designs the Commission is now carving out, along with Meta 's smart glasses. The change follows months of pressure from U.S. officials over rules that had reportedly complicated Meta's plans to bring its newest display-equipped smart glasses to Europe. The iPhone was already exempt from the removability rule under the original regulation, thanks to its battery cycle life and water resistance rating. Apple offers battery service through Apple Stores, authorized providers, and its Self Service Repair program , which lets owners handle certain repairs, including batteries, at home. Not every device gets the same pass: Nintendo has now said it will sell a version of the Switch 2 in the EU with a user-replaceable battery to meet the incoming rules. The delegated act still has to clear scrutiny from the European Parliament and the Council of the EU. It takes effect 20 days after publication in the Official Journal of the EU if neither body objects, ahead of the regulation's wider rollout in 2027. Related Roundups: AirPods 4 , Apple Watch 11 Tags: European Commission , European Union Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Caution) , Apple Watch (Caution) Related Forum: AirPods This article, EU Drops Battery Removal Requirement for Apple Watch and AirPods first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
iOS 27 preview: Long-awaited Siri AI is practical but plain
With the iOS 27 public beta available to download, is it worth testing the waters?
Google is continuing to enhance the utility of Google Maps . After introducing Ask Maps in March and rolling it out to several marketsin June, the company is expanding its AI-powered tool. Driven by Google Gemini , the feature allows users to interact with the application using natural language to receive personalized recommendations . In a recent application update ( version 26.29.01.946673643 ), the functionality of Ask Maps has been significantly broadened. Previously limited to the main screen and specific location lists, the feature is now being integrated directly into route planning . (Image: AndroidAuthority) When users search for driving, walking, or cycling directions , conversational AI suggestion bubbles appear directly below the transport mode selection. These bubbles offer quick, context-aware queries such as: What is the most scenic route ? What is the best time to leave to avoid traffic ? (Image: AndroidAuthority) Selecting these options or tapping the dedicated Ask Maps button opens a dedicated chat interface . Here, users can converse with the AI to ask specific questions about their upcoming journey. Notably, public transit is currently the only mode of transportation that does not display these AI prompt buttons. The new feature expands and shows balloons when planning routes. (Images: AndroidAuthority) At present, this expanded functionality is not yet widely available, having been activated experimentally through an investigation of the Google Maps application code . However, given the advanced state of development, a public rollout is expected in the near future. This expansion is part of a broader push by Google to inject artificial intelligence into its navigation ecosystem. Other upcoming AI-driven features for Google Maps include automated assistance for correct place-name pronunciation , business management , and the capability to make restaurant reservations . Google Maps Gets Ask Maps Gemini AI To Plan Your Travels , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Mid-week iOS app deals and freebies: Down in Bermuda, Loco Looper, more
Todays lineup of the best iOS game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Down in Bermuda, Loco Looper, Hyper Light Drifter, Bright Reappear, Pieoneer, Hero of the Kingdom III, and more. We are still tracking a solid $50 off AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon just as it re-stocks M5 MacBook Air models at $150 off alongside a chance to upgrade your Apple Watch this summer while Series 11 is down at $299 and Renewed Premium iPhone 17 Pro models at $220 off today (plus more up to $449 off). The apps await below.
What the leaf icon on Google Maps really means (and why it confuses so many users)
Eco-friendly routes on Google Maps are worth checking out, but there are a few things to know before you do.
Star Wars Outlaws on Switch 2 up to 50% off, Orbitals, Final Fantasy VII Remake $30, more
While you do still have a chance to secure a deal on a physical copy of new Splatoon Raiders ahead of release next week, we are also adding another chance to land Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition to this weeks Switch 2 deals. Amazon is now offering it down at $29.95 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. Regularly $60, this is 50% off the list price and within $2 of the lowest price we have ever tracked on Amazon. We also have Super Mario RPG down at $33 on Amazon and a host of ongoing pre-order deals scope out below as well: Splatoon Raiders $50 (Reg. $60) Matched at Amazon Switch Sports Resort $50 (Reg. $60) | Walmart Switch Sports Resort $50 (Reg. $60) | Amazon Fire Emblem: Fortunes Weave Nintendo Switch 2 Edition $70 (Reg. $80) Orbitals Nintendo Switch 2 Edition $40 (Reg. $50) All-new Crocs x Super Mario Clogs and Jibbitz collection available for purchase today Zelda Ocarina of Time remake leak roundup: Everything we know so far, release date, price, more Nintendo x LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set leaks online: First look image, details, and price Nintendos Talking Flower collectible just hit the $30 Amazon all-time low
Google Announces Play Catalog Access Program for Third-Party App Stores on Android Devices
Google is introducing a new programme that will let eligible third-party Android app stores in the US surface apps from the Play Store beginning July 22. Participating marketplaces must meet Google's security, privacy and marketplace requirements and pay an annual review fee of $5,000 (roughly Rs. 4,81,400). Although apps can be discovered through third-party stores, downloads will continue to be processed through Google Play. The move follows Google's compliance with a US court order.
Kerala's iHUB Robotics is teaching robots to see, act, and understand
This Ernakulam-based deeptech startup builds humanoids from scratch in its Kochi facility, and is now shipping them to the Gulf.
Edgehax is building India's edge-AI boards so hardware makers stop importing them
Founded in 2025, the startup puts compute, connectivity and storage on one made-in-India board, already used by 150-plus companies and 100,000-plus students
Anthropic, Blackstone bet the next trillion-dollar AI business is implementation, not just models
Anthropic-backed Ode launches as AI labs bet that embedding forward-deployed engineers inside enterprises is the key to accelerating enterprise AI adoption.
Rare deal drops official Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger down to $45 (25% off)
Joining the particularly notable $300 price drops on Google Pixel 10 Pro and a chance to score Pixel Watch 4 up to $192 off , Amazon is also offering a solid deal on the latest Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger down at $45 today.
Spotify is expanding free access to kid-friendly managed accounts
Spotify is expanding free access to managed accounts for under-13s.
Rime picks up $24M Series A to help enterprises field customer calls
Rime is handling over 100 million calls each month across multiple companies.
The app is designed for people who want to create social content, but find traditional video editing tools too complex or time-consuming.
Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 15, 2026)
YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
Casio MDV106 GMT-style stainless steel watch down at $66 via Amazon
Casio MDV106 Stainless Steel Watch Buy for $66 (Reg. $74.50) What we love Get the Rolex Pepsi GMT look for a fraction of a fraction of the price here. Complete with the notched rotating bezel, date display at the 3 oclock position, and a screw down crown, this one looks like a lot nicer than the price suggests on the wrist if you ask me a great starter watch.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that lets you pick up the Philips Hue Essential Starter Kit with four color bulbs and a Hue Bridge for $79.99 shipped. It normally sells for $100, so todays offer saves you $20 and takes 20% off the usual price. This is also the lowest price we have tracked for the kit so far, landing $5 below its previous all-time low of $85. What makes the deal particularly notable is that the four-bulb package is now selling for the same price as the two-bulb starter kit. That means you are essentially getting two additional color bulbs at no extra cost, making this the far better value for anyone looking to add smart lighting to multiple rooms.
Immuneel, Tata Memorial Centre partner to advance cell and gene therapy research
Among the first projects identified under the partnership is a Phase 2 extension study evaluating the safety and efficacy of IMN-003A cell therapy in adult and paediatric patients with relapsed or refractory CD19-positive B-cell malignancies
India bets big on semiconductor industry
The second edition of India Semiconductor Mission is expected to attract investments of around Rs 4 lakh crore.
Nomad offers up to 30% off leather iPhone 17/Air cases
The 2026 Nomad Anniversary Sale is still in full swing after going live earlier this week, but youll want to get in there as soon as possible before the most popular gear sells out. We have already detailed a number of the highlight deals, but we also wanted to touch down to scope out the up to 30% in savings the brands is offering on its iPhone 17 and iPhone Air case collection .
Today only, as part of its daily deals lineup, B&H is offering Peak Designs popular Cuff camera wrist strap in multiple finishes for $25.96 shipped with a $10 coupon , which automatically applies at checkout. You can score this strap for $26 in the Sage Green , Ash Gray , and Midnight Blue finishes today. Some colors, including Sage Green, have sold for as much as $71 at Amazon in recent months, so todays offer delivers savings of up to 63% compared to that price. Peak Designs Cuff has long been a popular choice for keeping a camera secure without using a full-size neck strap, and these are the lowest prices we have seen on the available colors this year. Head below for more details.
Samsung's new foldable display technology is harder to damage and resists creases
Samsung says its next foldables will have less visible creases thanks to its new titanium display tech.
Apple Intelligence Finally Cleared to Launch in China
Apple Intelligence has been approved by Chinese regulators, opening the door for the AI system to reach iPhones in the country for the first time. Reuters reports that China's Cyberspace Administration registered Apple's on-device generative AI service this week, putting it on a list of newly cleared providers that also includes homegrown systems from Chinese phone makers. An unnamed source told the outlet that Apple's AI features in the country will draw on models from both Baidu and Alibaba. In February 2025 , Alibaba was reported to be building the primary system and Baidu contributing on a smaller scale. Alibaba confirmed its part of the arrangement directly, telling Reuters that its Qwen model will power Apple Intelligence functions across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS for Chinese users, including both text and image generation. No launch date has been given, though approval typically precedes a rollout by only a few months, putting a China debut roughly in line with Apple's usual fall software release cycle. Apple actually briefly switched the features on early for some Chinese users back in March, months ahead of getting the green light, and a feedback form aimed at Chinese users appeared on Apple's site late last year as the company inched closer to approval. iPhone shipments in China climbed 24.4 percent year-over-year in the second quarter, making Apple the fastest-growing smartphone brand in a market that otherwise kept shrinking. A working version of Apple Intelligence could help sustain that momentum, though Apple is still catching up to domestic rivals that built AI features into their phones well before it did. Tags: Apple Intelligence , China This article, Apple Intelligence Finally Cleared to Launch in China first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Regularly $80 CHERRY XTRFY M68 wireless gaming mouse is 75% off today at just
We just spotted a deal at Woot, which drops the CHERRY XTRFY M68 wireless gaming mouse to $19.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). Be sure to enter promo code CHERRYFIVE during checkout to see the discounted price. Originally priced at $90 and more recently selling closer to $80, todays deal saves you $60 and takes 75% off its usual going rate. It also comes in $5 below the deal we previously tracked, making this the best price we have seen for the mouse so far. Both the black and white finishes are down to the $20 mark today with the promo code.
Amazon has Renewed Premium iPhone 17 Pro models at $220 off today, more up to $449 off
We have tracked some notable deals on Amazons refurbished iPhone 17 Pro units thus far, but the price drops on its top-quality Renewed Premium units havent but all that great until now. We are now tracking up to $220 off the new list prices on all three colors of the latest iPhone 17 Pro.
Google India on Gemini Adoption: Are People Finally Paying for AI?
Ather Energy secures Rs 1,200 Cr from Hero MotoCorp, IJF, and founders
Ather Energy has approved the preferential fundraise from Hero MotoCorp, the India-Japan Fund and its founders to support manufacturing expansion, product development, research and general corporate purposes.
Withings' new ultra-premium scale goes on sale today
Withings' new $600 bathroom scale promising clinical-grade monitoring is finally available to buy.
Google will allow third-party app stores on Android next week
Third-party app stores are coming to Android on July 22.
Best Buy 3D printer flash sale drops Bambu Lab
As part of its wider sale on 3D printers and accessories , Best Buy is offering the Bambu Lab P1S Combo 3D printer bundled with black and white filament spools for $499.99 shipped today. This AMS Combo typically sells for $599, so todays flash sale knocks $99 off its usual price. Best Buy is also throwing in Bambu Labs Tough+ black and white filament spools, valued at $24 each, for free, making this an especially strong value for anyone looking to pick up a new 3D printer with $147 in savings. For comparison, Amazon currently has the P1S Combo listed at $549, while B&H is matching the $499 price without the two free filament spools. Best Buys bundle is therefore the better overall deal here, and weve highlighted some of our other favorite offers from the sale below.
