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Microsoft raises Xbox console prices for the second time this year

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-10-27 08:20:34

Less than a month ago, we looked at how current game console prices were historically high due to price increases from all three major console makers. Today, that analysis is already a bit out of date, as Microsoft has announced its second set of Xbox price increases this year in the US. The new Xbox price hikes, which will go into effect on October 3, or roughly five months after the last set of Xbox price hikes, are as follows: Xbox Series S 512GB: $400 (up from $380 in May / launched at $30

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Gboard beta reveals ‘flick to symbol’ gesture and several more upcoming features (Update)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-27 10:59:20

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The latest Gboard beta includes references to features such as “flick keys to enter symbols,” which could mimic the iPad’s quick symbol access method. The “Password number row” feature could allow for dynamically displaying the number key, restricting it to only during password entry to preserve space on compact devices. Google could also be upgrading the upcoming Writing Tools feature to let users generate text within the keyboard app itself. Update

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Microsoft is making Xbox consoles even more expensive in the US

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-27 12:34:21

Starting on October 3, Microsoft says Xbox consoles will be getting yet another price bump, this time ranging anywhere from a $20 increase on the company's entry-level model to $70 for a special edition model with 2TB of storage. If all of this sounds familiar, there's a good reason, the last time xbox prices were raised was only a few months ago in May. The price increases breakdown as follows: Xbox Series S (512GB): $400, up $20 from $380 Xbox Series S (1TB): $450 up $20 from $430 Xbox Ser

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Microsoft Is Torpedoing Xbox With Yet Another Price Hike

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-10-27 12:54:04

Microsoft is raising prices on Xbox consoles… again. The previous price hike shifted expectations for both the Xbox Series S and Series X. The new pricing structure demands so much money from consumer wallets it seems nobody in their right mind would buy an Xbox in this day and age. The new pricing structure begins Oct. 3. In a post to its support page, Microsoft blamed today’s “macroeconomic environment,” which is a longer way to say “Trump tariffs.” All consoles are demanding at least $50 mor

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Microsoft is raising prices on Xbox consoles in the US again

theverge.com Tom Warren 2025-10-27 12:12:47

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Microsoft is raising the prices of its Xbox Series S / X consoles in the US next month. The Xbox Series X will be priced at $649.99 in the US starting October 3rd, up from its existing $599.99 price. The Xbox Series S will move to $399.99, up from $379.99. Microsoft blames the price hikes

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One year of Starz is on sale for just $24

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-28 04:15:53

Right now, you can get one year of Starz streaming service for just $24 when you prepay for the entire year. That's $46 less than the usual annual cost. There's also a month-to-month option, which is offering the first three months for $4 per month instead of the usual $11; that's a 64 percent discount. Starz may not be one of the most prominent streamers, but it still makes our list of best streaming deals when it's offered at such a great value. The service offers a deep catalog of recognizab

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MIT Researchers Release Disturbing Paper About AI Boyfriends

futurism.com Unknown 2025-10-27 18:10:40

How would you react if your mother admitted to you she was dating Aubrey "Drake" Graham, the rap superstar from Toronto? And that this new boyfriend wasn't the real flesh-and-blood Drake — oh no — but is instead the AI chatbot version of Champagne Papi. This is an actual situation that was relayed by the Drake-dating mother in question in a Reddit group with the self-explanatory name of r/MyBoyfriendIsAI, which is now the focus of a first-of-its-kind, large-scale study on human-AI companion int

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As Android developer verification gets ready to go, a new reason to be worried

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-28 08:07:53

Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google is putting together its framework for Android developer verification, connecting dev names to even sideloaded apps. Recent additions to the Android SDK offer a little insight into how the system may ultimately operate. One variable suggests that users may not be able to sideload even verified apps without an active network connection. Android’s approach to software openness is changing in some fundamental ways right now, and the shift has not been

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This RPG series does everything wrong, and it’s working

theverge.com Joshua Rivera 2025-10-28 12:01:46

In case it wasn’t clear, The Last of Us made it obvious: at their very best, big-budget video games should be comparable to prestige television, so much so that adapting one for HBO is a relatively straightforward affair. This bar-setting exercise is further exemplified by other PlayStation franchises marching toward adaptation: Ghost of Tsushima is set to be a film and anime, God of War has Prime Video aspirations, and Horizon Zero Dawn, previously on its way to becoming a Netflix series, is no

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I tested the iPhone 17 for 24 hours, and I'm already questioning if I need a Pro

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2025-10-28 16:25:00

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways The iPhone 17 got major upgrades under the hood. At the $799 price point, users are getting Pro-level features. The iPhone 17 is available for purchase in-store starting Friday. Typically, base model iPhones are often overlooked. Apple's launch of the iPhone 17 lineup made that even more the case, with the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro stealing all the attention. Howe

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The Apple Watch SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 are now available

theverge.com Brandt Ranj 2025-10-28 16:52:09

is a commerce reporter for The Verge writing about the best deals and gadgets. He previously wrote for Business Insider, Rolling Stone, Futurism, and Popular Science. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 fleet of phones took the spotlight during Apple’s “Awe dropping” event. If you weren’t tempted by the new phones, the fact that the entire Apple Watch lineup got refreshed might have been even bigger news to yo

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I compared every Apple Watch in 2025 - here's why I recommend this model the most

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-10-28 23:00:35

Apple Watch SE 3 ZDNET's key takeaways Apple's affordable SE 3 is an approachable entry point into the brand's health-tracking suite. Some users might not like the smaller display The watch packs great value for a lower price, making it the one out of the lineup I'd recommend to smartwatch-curious shoppers. View now at Apple Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Earlier this month, Apple unveiled three new smartwatches during its annual September event. While flashier feature

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iTerm2 Web Browser

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-28 21:14:34

Web Browser Overview iTerm2 includes built-in web browsing capabilities. Web browser sessions fit into iTerm2's existing window > tab > split pane hierarchy just like terminal sessions, allowing you to browse the web alongside your terminal work. Getting Started Enabling the Browser Install the browser plugin to enable full functionality Create a new profile Go to Settings > Profiles > General Set Profile Type to Web Browser Note for Enterprise Users: Administrators can block the browser p

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Mastodon has a new plan to make money: Hosting and support services for the open social web

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2025-10-29 00:00:00

Mastodon, the non-profit organization that maintains the software powering the decentralized alternative to social networks like Threads and X, has a new plan to make money. Instead of relying entirely on donations and grants as before, the company announced this morning it will now offer paid hosting, moderation, and support services for organizations that want to join the open social web. That network, also called the fediverse, offers a way for individuals and organizations to set up their

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Tracking trust with Rust in the kernel

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-25 05:54:11

Tracking trust with Rust in the kernel Ready to give LWN a try? With a subscription to LWN, you can stay current with what is happening in the Linux and free-software community and take advantage of subscriber-only site features. We are pleased to offer you a free trial subscription, no credit card required, so that you can see for yourself. Please, join us! The Linux kernel has to handle many different sources of data that should not be trusted: user space, network connections, and removable

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Playing “Minecraft” without Minecraft (2024)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-28 21:13:05

Post by minki » 2024-12-15 Ever wanted to play the worlds second most popular videogame without actually playing it?First of all, what do I mean by 'Playing "Minecraft" without Minecraft'?To put it simple, Minecraft is a Videogame developed by Mojang. The game consists of two parts, a Client and a Server.Over the years, the community has written many custom cleanroom implementations of both sides, which will allow us to play "Minecraft" without executing any Mojang code.We will be using the Cub

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Nostr

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-29 00:49:08

There are many problems with Mastodon, mostly due to the fact that it doesn't rely on any cryptography. Because it cannot do the multi-master approach of Nostr due to lack of cryptography, identities are assumed to be "owned" by the server, which is fully trusted by its tenants. Mastodon server owners can do all the harm centralized platforms can do to their underlings, which are completely helpless in case of misbehavior or even in the normal case where a server owner loses their server or deci

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OpenTelemetry collector: What it is, when you need it, and when you don't

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-28 17:29:17

Do you really need an OpenTelemetry Collector? If you're just sprinkling SDKs into a side project - maybe not. If you're running a multi-service production environment and care about cost, performance, security boundaries, or intelligent processing - yes, you almost certainly do. This post explains exactly what the OpenTelemetry Collector is, why it exists, how data flows with and without it, and the trade‑offs of each approach. You’ll leave with a decision framework, deployment patterns, and p

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Tracking Trust with Rust in the Kernel

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-25 10:54:11

Tracking trust with Rust in the kernel Did you know...? LWN.net is a subscriber-supported publication; we rely on subscribers to keep the entire operation going. Please help out by buying a subscription and keeping LWN on the net. The Linux kernel has to handle many different sources of data that should not be trusted: user space, network connections, and removable storage, to name a few. The kernel has to remain secure even if one of these sends garbled (or malicious) data. Benno Lossin has b

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Playing “Minecraft” Without Minecraft (2024)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-29 02:13:05

Post by minki » 2024-12-15 Ever wanted to play the worlds second most popular videogame without actually playing it?First of all, what do I mean by 'Playing "Minecraft" without Minecraft'?To put it simple, Minecraft is a Videogame developed by Mojang. The game consists of two parts, a Client and a Server.Over the years, the community has written many custom cleanroom implementations of both sides, which will allow us to play "Minecraft" without executing any Mojang code.We will be using the Cub

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Gemini in Chrome

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-29 02:25:34

With the Gemini in Chrome feature, you can get AI assistance from your browser to do things easily like get key takeaways, clarify concepts, find answers and more. To provide the most relevant responses, Gemini in Chrome uses the context of your open tabs. Gemini in Chrome is part of the Chrome browser on desktop, and is different from visiting Gemini in any browser at gemini.google.com or starting a chat with the Gemini web app by typing @gemini in the address bar in Chrome. You can use the Ge

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Indian fintech Jar turns profitable by enabling millions to save in gold

techcrunch.com Jagmeet Singh 2025-10-29 03:30:00

Jar, an Indian fintech startup that allows users to invest in gold, has turned profitable by helpinghelps millions of first-time savers use its app to build digital gold holdings. While many consumer fintechs focus on affluent urban users or credit products, Jar has gained traction by offering a culturally familiar asset — gold — as a low-barrier entry point to saving. The four-year-old startup targets low- to middle-income users —a segment often underserved by traditional financial institution

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Raising Series A in 2026: Insights from Top Early-Stage VCs at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-10-29 12:30:00

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco — get the unfiltered perspective on landing a Series A in today’s market. No smoke, no mirrors, just straight talk from the people signing the checks. Series A has changed — here’s how to win in 2026 Series A has changed — here’s how to win This Builder Stage session brings together Katie Stanton (Moxxie Ventures), Thomas Krane (Insight Partners), and Sangeen Zeb (GV). They’ve seen thousands of decks, led major rounds

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Google's Gemini AI Is Coming for Every Chrome Desktop User

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-29 19:04:25

Gemini in Chrome, a melding of Google's AI assistant and its popular web browser, is rolling out to Windows and Mac desktop users in the US starting today, the company said in a blog post Thursday. Businesses will gain access via Google Workspace in the coming weeks. The rollout will only work if you have Chrome set to English. Adding Gemini in Chrome allows you to have an AI assistant at your side during all online interactions. You can access Gemini via a new icon in the top-right corner of t

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Notion’s new AI Agents will basically do your job for you

theverge.com Elissa Welle 2025-10-30 00:02:57

is a NYC-based AI reporter and is currently supported by the Tarbell Center for AI Journalism. She covers AI companies, policies, and products. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Notion has entered the agent era of its AI evolution with the launch of the Notion Agent on Thursday. The announcement forms the bulk of the Notion 3.0 roll out available to all users. The company calls the new product a “teammate and Notion super user” that “can do

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Chrome on desktop is getting a huge Gemini boost to take on AI browsers like Comet

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-30 04:00:09

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is bringing Gemini to all Chrome users on Windows and Mac in the US. Gemini in Chrome will work across tabs, Google apps, inside YouTube videos, and much more. Google will also bring agentic capabilities to Gemini in Chrome for things like shopping, making appointments, etc. Google is finally bringing Gemini to the Chrome browser in a way we always wanted. Much like Perplexity’s Comet browser, Gemini in Chrome will work across your tabs, Googl

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OpenTelemetry Collector: What It Is, When You Need It, and When You Don't

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-30 04:29:17

Do you really need an OpenTelemetry Collector? If you're just sprinkling SDKs into a side project - maybe not. If you're running a multi-service production environment and care about cost, performance, security boundaries, or intelligent processing - yes, you almost certainly do. This post explains exactly what the OpenTelemetry Collector is, why it exists, how data flows with and without it, and the trade‑offs of each approach. You’ll leave with a decision framework, deployment patterns, and p

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Google Launches AI-ified Chrome Browser

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2025-10-30 04:00:37

Earlier this month, Google avoided having to sell off its Chrome browser as a penalty for operating an illegal monopoly in its search business, and now it’s going all in on features that will keep users further ingrained in the Google ecosystem. On Thursday, the company announced a reimagined version of the Chrome browser that will be littered with AI features, including Gemini integration throughout the browser and an agentic AI that can navigate the web and complete tasks on behalf of the user

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NordVPN vs. Surfshark: See How These Sister Services Stack Up

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-30 03:00:00

James Martin/CNET NordVPN and Surfshark are two of the best virtual private network providers on the market, and while they share some similarities -- including the same parent company -- each packs unique offerings. NordVPN is our pick for the fastest VPN, based on our hands-on testing, while Surfshark earns our vote for the best value VPN. Both VPNs deliver fast speeds, user-friendly apps, handy privacy features and excellent streaming service content unblocking. Overall, I’d recommend Surfs

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Google Injects Gemini Into Chrome as AI Browsers Go Mainstream

wired.com Reece Rogers 2025-10-30 04:00:00

Google is adding multiple new AI features to Chrome, the most popular browser in the world. The most visible change is a new button in Chrome that launches the Gemini chatbot, but there are also new tools for searching, researching, and answering questions with AI. Google has additional cursor-controlling “agentic” tools in the pipeline for Chrome as well. The Gemini in Chrome mode for the web browser uses generative AI to answer questions about content on a page and synthesize information acro

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