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How Today’s Pentest Models Compare and Why Continuous Wins

As threat actors grow faster, stealthier, and more persistent, the approach to pentesting needs to keep evolving. Traditional, periodic assessments no longer keep up with rapidly changing attack surfaces. Static tests offer a snapshot, but attackers see a live stream. Security testing needs to shift testing models to mirror how real-world attackers operate. At Sprocket Security, our Continuous Penetration Testing (CPT) solution is an always on, always active, and hybrid pentesting model. In th

Gemini Robotics On-Device brings AI to local robotic devices

We’re introducing an efficient, on-device robotics model with general-purpose dexterity and fast task adaptation. In March, we introduced Gemini Robotics, our most advanced VLA (vision language action) model, bringing Gemini 2.0’s multimodal reasoning and real-world understanding into the physical world. Today, we’re introducing Gemini Robotics On-Device, our most powerful VLA model optimized to run locally on robotic devices. Gemini Robotics On-Device shows strong general-purpose dexterity an

Writing toy software is a joy

I am a huge fan of Richard Feyman’s famous quote: “What I cannot create, I do not understand” I think it’s brilliant, and it remains true across many fields (if you’re willing to be a little creative with the definition of ‘create’). It is to this principle that I believe I owe everything I’m truly good at. Some will tell you to avoid reinventing the wheel, but they’re wrong: you should build your own wheel, because it’ll teach you more about how they work than reading a thousand books on them

Anker’s 4.8-Star Rated USB-C Car Charger Hits Its Lowest Price Ever, Early Prime Day Makes It Almost Free

If you’re someone who spends a lot of time in their car, then you’re probably also someone who’s constantly suffering from mobile battery issues. Mobile phones can do everything, including being a GPS and a music player, which means that they get a lot of use in the car, helping us all get from one place to another. That’s especially true if your job is driving too, like deliveries or something else. See at Amazon If you’re sick of your battery running low or running out, then a really good ca

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34 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2025)

Other Good Viral TikTok Products We've tested a lot of TikTok products, but they're not all worthy of the top spot. That doesn't mean they aren't worth buying, though. Below, you'll find a list of good TikTok products we like, with some caveats. Photograph: Stanley Stanley The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate 40-Ounce Tumbler for $45: The Stanley Quencher took TikTok by storm over the past few years. And it's easy to see why—it's big, comes in adorable colors, keeps your drinks cold, and fits in cup h

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X Display unveils ultra-fast, cable-free display that turns data into light

The big picture: Despite promising massive, unprecedented improvements in both speed and power efficiency, optical technology has yet to become a common feature of modern chip design. Now, a display company claims it can take optical solutions to the next level – at least, when it comes to transmitting data between machines and chips. X Display is focused on developing and licensing new intellectual property related to MicroLED and other display technologies. The North Carolina-based developer

Meta announces Xbox-branded Quest 3S that supports cloud gaming

Meta announced today that it is making a limited edition of its Quest 3S headset in collaboration with Xbox. The Xbox Edition is a bundle that comes with a Quest 3S headset, an Elite Strap, Touch Plus controllers and an Xbox Wireless Controller, all in the distinctive Xbox colors of Carbon Black and Velocity Green. The collaboration highlights the catalog of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Cloud Gaming, the latter of which is available on the platform. The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition launches today f

This Ruko 6K Drone Is Cheaper Than Its Black Friday Price on Amazon, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

Fourth of July is coming up. If you want a fancy new toy to show off to your friends and family when they come over for the cookout, consider this Ruko F11PRO 2 drone. Normally priced at $570, it’s actually part of a limited time deal over at Amazon. For the time being, you can can pick it up for a solid 40% discount. That brings the price down to just $340—saving you a whopping $230. You can put that extra cash towards some hot dogs or maybe some fireworks. Just consider not flying the drone wh

Google’s new robotics AI can run without the cloud and still tie your shoes

We sometimes call chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT "robots," but generative AI is also playing a growing role in real, physical robots. After announcing Gemini Robotics earlier this year, Google DeepMind has now revealed a new on-device VLA (vision language action) model to control robots. Unlike the previous release, there's no cloud component, allowing robots to operate with full autonomy. Carolina Parada, head of robotics at Google DeepMind, says this approach to AI robotics could make robot

Google DeepMind’s optimized AI model runs directly on robots

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Google DeepMind is rolling out an on-device version of its Gemini Robotics AI model that allows it to operate without an internet connection. The vision-language-action model (VLA) comes with dexterous capabilities similar to the one released in March, but Google says “it’s small and efficient enough to run directly on a robot.” The flagship Gemini

Google rolls out new Gemini model that can run on robots locally

Google DeepMind on Tuesday released a new language model called Gemini Robotics On-Device that can run tasks locally on robots without requiring an internet connection. Building on the company’s previous Gemini Robotics model that was released in March, Gemini Robotics On-Device can control a robot’s movements. Developers can control and fine-tune the model to suit various needs using natural language prompts. In benchmarks, Google claims the model performs at a level close to the cloud-based

UK may require Google to give users alternative search options and rank its results ‘more fairly’

The U.K.’s competition regulator said on Tuesday it is considering a new market designation for Google that would require the search giant to provide alternative search options to users, rank search results “more fairly,” and offer greater control to publishers over how their content is used in search and AI Overviews. Under the new Digital Markets Competition Regime that went into force earlier this year, the U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it is launching a consultation on

Outright Games teams with animation studio Aardman to make Chicken Run: Eggstraction

Outright Games, a publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, is working with animation studio Aardman on the game Chicken Run: Eggstraction. Based on Aardman’s iconic Chicken Run franchise, this top-down, heist game picks up where Aardman’s 2023 film Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget left off, as the gang works together to save chicken-kind. Chicken Run: Eggstraction will launch this autumn, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through S

75 million deepfakes blocked: Persona leads the corporate fight against hiring fraud

Join the event trusted by enterprise leaders for nearly two decades. VB Transform brings together the people building real enterprise AI strategy. Learn more As remote work has become the norm, a shadowy threat has emerged in corporate hiring departments: sophisticated AI-powered fake candidates who can pass video interviews, submit convincing resumes, and even fool human resources professionals into offering them jobs. Now, companies are racing to deploy advanced identity verification technol

Brace your wallet: The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 may be Samsung’s priciest foldables yet

Alex Walker-Todd / Android Authority TL;DR A retailer has published premature listings of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, revealing prices for Italy and the UK. The listings highlight a steep price increase for all Fold 7 models and a marginal hike for Flip 7 models. In addition, the listings include information about the new color options and storage configurations. As we draw closer to Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event, fresh leaks about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 seem to be popping

Creative clash pauses McConaughey & Harrelson Apple TV+ comedy series

Apple TV+ has halted production for its upcoming untitled “brothers” comedy starring Matthew McConaughey (Interstellar, The Lost Bus) and Woody Harrelson (True Detective, Natural Born Killers). Here’s what happened. Creative differences on season conclusion halt production According to an exclusive report by Deadline’s Nellie Andreeva, filming on the project was suspended late last week, with the cast sent home. The production hiccup is due to the departure of showrunner David West Read (Schi

HDMI 2.2's full specs have been finalized, with better support for modern displays

The new cables have to be labeled 'Ultra96' to indicate they support up to 96Gbps in bandwidth. The HDMI forum, which develops and manages HDMI specification, has officially launched the final and full specifications for HDMI version 2.2. First revealed at CES 2025, version 2.2 was designed to make it significantly easier to send videos with higher refresh rates and resolutions to modern TVs, such as those with 4K and 8K displays. Version 2.2 cables are required to be branded with the Ultra96 f

Want a free VPN? How to use ProtonVPN on Android without having to pay

June Wan/ZDNET I'm going to start off by saying that when presented with a free VPN service, I typically turn and run because most of those services cannot be trusted one bit. Even some paid VPN services aren't always what you think they should be. However, there are some VPNs that carry with them a reputation for being secure, stable and trustworthy. Nearly all of those VPNs have an associated cost, some of which can only be used for free during a trial period. And then there's ProtonVPN. A

Rocket Money Review 2025: CNET's Editor's Choice Winner for Best Budgeting App

If you're looking for a budgeting app, Rocket Money should be at the top of your consideration list. Easy to use, affordable and chock-full of features, Rocket Money is a great fit for the average budgeter looking to get a handle on their finances. That's why it won CNET's 2024 Editors' Choice award for best overall budgeting app. Here's a look at what you'll get with Rocket Money. 9.4 Rocket Money Buy at Rocket Money Like Affordable Affordable Easy to use Easy to use Savings goals Savings

Monarch Money Review 2025: Best Budgeting App for Couples

Managing your money can be hard enough, but managing money as a couple can be especially tricky. Fortunately, a budgeting app can make things easier. Monarch Money is designed for joint budgeters, with features like shared goal tracking and monthly reports to help you stay on the same page. The app gets great ratings with Apple and Android users, with 4.9 stars out of 5 on the App Store and 4.7 stars on Google Play. I tested it out to see if these scores were warranted, and I was impressed. Her

8BitDo’s controllers will work with the Switch 2 after a firmware update

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. 8BitDo announced that eight of its flagship controllers are now compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 following a firmware update. Although some companies had early access to the Switch 2’s specs to build accessories like cases and screen protectors, many had to wait until launch day to ensure their devices were compatible with the new console.

MIT student uses AI and printing tech to revolutionize art restoration

TL;DR: A new chapter in art conservation is unfolding at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where mechanical engineering graduate student Alex Kachkine has developed a technique that could dramatically change how damaged paintings are restored. For centuries, art restoration has been a painstaking, manual craft, with conservators spending months or even years meticulously retouching faded or cracked works, often matching colors by hand for thousands of tiny regions. Now, artificial intel

Robots are transforming warehouse automation and ending back-breaking truck loading

The big picture: As the warehouse floor becomes increasingly automated, robots now handle the most punishing aspects of logistics, while people focus on oversight, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. With companies like DHL, FedEx, UPS, and Walmart investing heavily in robotics, the era of the backbreaking warehouse job may soon be history. The last stronghold of human labor in warehouses – the grueling job of loading and unloading trucks – is rapidly giving way to a new generation of

Spatial releases Analogue 2 collaborative design platform for Apple Vision Pro

Spatial released Analogue 2, a collaborative design platform built natively for the spatial computing of the Apple Vision Pro. Developed from the ground up for spatial computing, Analogue 2 is an end-to-end platform that enables creative teams to work together in full 3D context — reviewing, iterating, and finalizing high-fidelity projects in real time, with no code required. You can see some videos here. “The true potential of the spatial computing era is unlocked when teams can step inside t

Spotify’s much hated ‘Create’ button could soon go away, if you want it to (APK teardown)

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Spotify introduced a “Create” button in its app’s bottom navigation, but the move sparked widespread user backlash. Code within the latest app release suggests the company is listening to user feedback, as it could soon give users an option to hide the Create button. This opt-out toggle is not yet live, nor has Spotify officially confirmed it. Old habits die hard, and Spotify is learning this the hard way. The service introduced the “Create” button on it

2 clever ways Android 16 guards your security - but you need to enable them

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Google released Android 16 a bit earlier than expected, and although it was missing some crucial features, there are key additions to the platform that go a long way to improve security. This was an important step forward, as the need for improved security grows every year. Without companies like Google, Apple, and others upping the ante on security, the mobile space would wind up the wild west of the technological landscape, with ne'er-do-wells poppi

SourceHut moves business operations from US to Europe

[PATCH sr.ht-docs v2] Terms of service & privacy updates Export this patch --- v2: rollback the premature removal of compliance with US law Will defer this until we finish shutting down the US business entity entirely. privacy.md | 70 +++++++++++++++++++++++ ------------------------------- terms.md | 68 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ------------------------ 2 files changed, 67 insertions(+), 71 deletions(-) diff --git a/privacy.md b/privacy.md index ab96a1f..ed6eb5c 100644 --- a/privacy.md +++ b

Novoloop is making tons of upcycled plastic

Plastic has a recycling problem. Only about 9% of plastic gets recycled, and a majority of that waste comes from single use items like plastic grocery bags. It’s partly a design problem — they’re made to be discarded. But it’s also a technology problem because recycling such films isn’t easy, and the results usually aren’t great. Novoloop says it has developed a way to take those troublesome plastics and turn them into something other companies actually want to buy. The California-based startu

Historic paintings are being reborn with MIT's AI-based restoration method

TL;DR: A new chapter in art conservation is unfolding at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where mechanical engineering graduate student Alex Kachkine has developed a technique that could dramatically change how damaged paintings are restored. For centuries, art restoration has been a painstaking, manual craft, with conservators spending months or even years meticulously retouching faded or cracked works, often matching colors by hand for thousands of tiny regions. Now, artificial intel