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This new setting in Android ensures core Google services are always up to date

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-14 09:31:27

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google is adding a new dashboard to streamline updates of crucial background services on Android. It’s called “System services” and can be found on your Android device’s Privacy & Security settings. The System services dashboard lets you manage existing services or install new ones. Alongside the core Android firmware on your phone, Google adds a layer of additional services responsible for enabling various features on your device, strengthening its s

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The DJI Neo drone drops to only $159 for Prime Day

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-14 12:45:29

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . DJI drones rarely go sale but there's an exception for Prime Day. The company's popular Neo drone is now available for $159, making an already affordable product even more manageable with a $40 (20 percent) discount. That sum will get you a drone that's very friendly for beginners than

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Shark Hair Dryer Now Less Than Black Friday, a Budget-Friendly Dyson Alternative in Prime Day Deals

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2025-08-14 12:25:37

Most people don’t pay much attention to their hair dryer until it becomes a problem. Maybe yours takes forever to get through thick hair, leaves your ends frizzy instead of smooth, or feels so bulky that drying your hair turns into a full upper body workout. A good dryer should help you feel polished and put together without making your morning routine any harder than it needs to be. And it should also dry your hair quickly. Here’s the thing. You don’t have to get a Dyson dryer to do that either

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Teachers urge parents not to buy children smartphones

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-08-14 13:33:14

Teachers urge parents not to buy children smartphones 28 minutes ago Share Save Will Fyfe BBC News Share Save 'One of my friends had a smartphone when they were three or four' Parents of thousands of children have been asked not to give them a smartphone until they're at least 14 amid fears some were using devices for eight hours a day. Many schools have already banned smartphones on site but one part of the UK thinks it will be the first to have a countywide policy advising parents against g

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Google is now rolling out a fix for buggy Pixel lock screens after Android 16

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-14 11:51:43

Google was (unsurprisingly) the first smartphone brand to offer stable Android 16 . Unfortunately, this update also resulted in seriously buggy lock screens for some Pixel owners. Thankfully, a Google spokesperson has confirmed to Android Authority that the problem has been addressed: A fix for this issue has begun rolling out today [July 8 – ed]. It’s automatic and users don’t need to take any action. We’re guessing this is a gradual release, so you might have to wait a couple of days if you

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Teachers want parents to stop giving children under 14 smartphones

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-08-14 08:59:18

Teachers want parents to stop giving children under 14 smartphones 6 hours ago Share Save Will Fyfe BBC News Reporting from Monmouthshire Share Save 'One of my friends had a smartphone when they were three or four' Parents of thousands of children have been asked not to give them a smartphone until at least 14-years-old amid fears some were using devices for eight hours a day Many schools have already banned smartphones on site but one part of the UK thinks it will be the first to have a coun

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Libpostal: C library for parsing/normalizing street addresses around the world

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-14 12:45:55

libpostal: international street address NLP libpostal is a C library for parsing/normalizing street addresses around the world using statistical NLP and open data. The goal of this project is to understand location-based strings in every language, everywhere. For a more comprehensive overview of the research behind libpostal, be sure to check out the (lengthy) introductory blog posts: 🇧🇷 🇫🇮 🇳🇬 🇯🇵 🇽🇰 🇧🇩 🇵🇱 🇻🇳 🇧🇪 🇲🇦 🇺🇦 🇯🇲 🇷🇺 🇮🇳 🇱🇻 🇧🇴 🇩🇪 🇸🇳 🇦🇲 🇰🇷 🇳🇴 🇲🇽 🇨🇿 🇹🇷 🇪🇸 🇸🇸 🇪🇪 🇧🇭 🇳🇱 🇨🇳 🇵🇹 🇵🇷 🇬🇧 🇵🇸 Address

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RapidRAW: A non-destructive and GPU-accelerated RAW image editor

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-14 13:37:28

RapidRAW A beautiful, non-destructive, and GPU-accelerated RAW image editor built with performance in mind. RapidRAW is a modern, high-performance alternative to Adobe Lightroom. It delivers a feature-rich, beautiful editing experience in a lightweight package (under 30MB) for Windows, macOS, and Linux. I developed this project as a personal challenge at the age of 18. My goal was to create a high-performance tool for my own photography workflow while deepening my understanding of both React

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An AI That Promises to “Solve All Diseases” Is About to Test Its First Human Drugs

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-08-14 12:07:39

Deep inside Alphabet, the parent company of Google, a secretive lab is working on a promise so audacious it sounds like science fiction: to “solve all diseases.” The company, Isomorphic Labs, is now preparing to start its first human clinical trials for cancer drugs designed entirely by artificial intelligence. In a recent interview with Fortune, Colin Murdoch, President of Isomorphic Labs and Chief Business Officer of Google DeepMind, confirmed the company is on the verge of this monumental st

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The Pixel 9 Pro Is the Easiest Android Phone I've Ever Used and It's 25% Off During Prime Day

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-14 13:56:00

Amazon Prime Day Deal: The Pixel 9 Pro is a solid smartphone that looks even better during Amazon Prime Day. Right now, you can get the 128GB version in Obsidian for $749 or you can grab it Hazel or Porcelain for $734. Higher storage capacity variants are also discounted. If you want to go big, the XL models also have had their priced slashed for Prime Day. CNET's key takeaways I've been using Google's Pixel 9 Pro for months. I like its solid overall performance and quirky new AI skills. The

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Want a Drone This Summer? DJI Mini 4K Bundle Is at an All-Time Low for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-14 19:40:16

DJI has been the go-to first thought in drones for a very long time and Mini 4K is their cheapest model: This drone’s ultra-light build (weighing less than 249 grams) makes it even more appealing as it is able to fly it freely without having to stress about complicated rules or registering the vehicle. To celebrate Prime Day, Amazon has come up with an unparalleled deal that’s only for Prime members which has made this package the #1 best-seller on the site among drones. Now you can find the DJ

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I found the ultimate accessory kit for tinkerers with 180 modifications, and it's $20 off for Prime Day

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-08-14 23:21:00

ZDNET's key takeaways This high-quality screwdriver kit has everything for both the budding enthusiast and professional repairer. This 180-piece kit has 160 quality screwdriver bits and a range of other useful tools, such as plastic prybars, a suction cup, and tweezers. There's no LED light on the front of the screwdriver, so working in dark, cramped spaces can be tricky. $69.99 at Amazon During Amazon Prime Day, the Jakemy 180-Piece Smart Cordless Screwdriver Kit is $13 off its usual $63 pri

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M&S confirms social engineering led to massive ransomware attack

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-08-15 03:39:53

M&S confirmed today that the retail outlet's network was initially breached in a "sophisticated impersonation attack" that ultimately led to a DragonForce ransomware attack. M&S chairman Archie Norman revealed this in a hearing with the UK Parliament's Business and Trade Sub-Committee on Economic Security regarding the recent attacks on the retail sector in the country. While Norman did not go into details, he stated that the threat actors impersonated one of the 50,000 people working with the

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New Android TapTrap attack fools users with invisible UI trick

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-08-15 07:39:25

A novel tapjacking technique can exploit user interface animations to bypass Android's permission system and allow access to sensitive data or trick users into performing destructive actions, such as wiping the device. Unlike traditional, overlay-based tapjacking, TapTrap attacks work even with zero-permission apps to launch a harmless transparent activity on top of a malicious one, a behavior that remains unmitigated in Android 15 and 16. TapTrap was developed by a team of security researcher

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This Stanley 8 Gallon Wet and Dry Vacuum Is Huge, but the Price? Practically Peanuts at Best Buy

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2025-08-15 07:50:54

Some messes call for more than just a broom or basic vacuum. Whether it’s sawdust after a weekend project, a puddle from a leaky water heater, or just the grit and grime that builds up in a garage or workshop, a standard vacuum won’t cut it. That’s where a wet/dry vacuum comes in. But they can be pricey, and they aren’t exactly the type of vacuum you typically have somewhere in your home. They’re usually for some very specific messes, so it’s understandable if you don’t have one on hand. Head t

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Ceramic: A cross-platform and open-source 2D framework in Haxe

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-12 06:52:31

Cross-platform, powered by Haxe Thanks to the Haxe programming language, you can write your code once and transpile it to C++, JS or C#. Ceramic takes advantage of that feature to export your app natively to Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, HTML5/WebGL and even Unity projects!

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GlobalFoundries to Acquire MIPS

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-15 14:57:18

Acquisition will expand GF portfolio with cutting-edge RISC-V processor IP and software tools for real-time computing in autonomous mobility, industrial automation, datacenter and intelligent edge applications MALTA, N.Y., and San Jose, Calif., July 8, 2025 – GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) today announced a definitive agreement to acquire MIPS, a leading supplier of AI and processor IP. This strategic acquisition will expand GF’s portfolio of customizable IP offerings, allowing it to furthe

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Experts Clear Up This Summer's Confusing Dehydration Myths

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-15 13:56:00

It's no secret how important it is to stay hydrated, especially this summer. If you don't properly replenish liquids and nutrients and spend lots of time in the sun, you're more prone to sweating and dehydration. There are various ways to stay hydrated that you may not have considered, but -- as is common with online wellness advice -- there's a lot of misinformation out there on hydration. We are clarifying these fallacies once and for all with the help of experts. These are the hydration myth

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Seagate Compact 1TB Portable SSD Hits an All-Time Low, 260K+ Reviewers Might Envy This Prime Day Price

gizmodo.com Mike Fazioli 2025-08-15 19:25:27

Tiny portable thumb drives are a great way to move important files, but they usually have one or both of two unfortunate shortcomings — they’re either fragile, small in capacity, or both. Not surprisingly, a USB-C thumb drive that conquers both of those issues comes from Seagate — the remarkable Ultra Compact 1TB portable SSD, which is just $80 right now in Amazon Prime Day Deal list. The Seagate Ultra Compact packs a full terabyte of storage into a tiny 2.78-inch body, and it’s also IP54 dust

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This smart sock was one of my best purchases as a new mom - and it's $100 off for Prime Day

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-08-15 23:00:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The Owlet Dream Sock is an FDA-cleared baby sleep tracker that costs $299 and is FSA/HSA-eligible, though it is currently discounted for a limited time. It goes beyond your standard baby monitor by tracking your child's heart rate, blood oxygen, and sleep patterns with three alarms: a yellow incorrect fit alarm, a purple abnormal reading alarm, and a blue alarm when the sock is out of range or low battery. While false low oxygen and abnormal heart rate alarms are exceedin

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I've tested several Android Auto wireless adapters, and my favorite is on sale for Prime Day

zdnet.com Kerry Wan 2025-08-15 23:08:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The AAWireless Two typically costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that's a good problem to have. $51.99 at Amazon For a limited time, Amazon has the AAWireless Two listing for just $51 ($13 off), making the adapter an even better deal. Since I bought my first car three years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android A

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Zorin OS

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-15 23:37:56

Can I try Zorin OS before installing it on my computer? Absolutely! You can run Zorin OS from a USB drive to test-drive it without touching your computer's internal drive. When you're ready to install it, simply double-click on the "Install Zorin OS" icon on the desktop and follow the step-by-step instructions on the screen. How much does Zorin OS cost? You can download and use the Core edition of Zorin OS completely free. For more advanced features, additional apps, and support, you can purc

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Wayve CEO Alex Kendall brings the future of autonomous AI to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-08-15 23:15:00

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 hits Moscone West in San Francisco from October 27–29, bringing together more than 10,000 startup and VC leaders for a deep dive into the future of technology. One of the most compelling conversations on one of the AI Stages will feature a panel of innovators redefining what intelligent systems can do — and among them is Alex Kendall, co-founder and CEO of Wayve. From research breakthrough to real-world autonomy Kendall founded Wayve in 2017 with a bold vision: to unloc

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Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-16 07:32:41

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon extend Play Protect to scan PWAs and WebAPKs during installation. This new feature could protect users from malicious PWAs used for phishing and data theft. Google has been silently protecting most Android devices through Google Play Protect, scanning the apps that users have installed, and warning them of nefarious ones. While platform-native apps remain the most popular method to access a service, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) remain

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The one Android settings shortcut I can't live without - and how to customize it

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-16 07:39:00

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Android is chock-full of features that appeal to a wide variety of users. Some of those features have been met with wide acceptance, while others tend to be relegated to a smaller cross-section of users. Some features are there, waiting for you to make use of them, and yet they go either ignored or underused. One such example is Quick Settings. This feature has been available on Android for quite some time, and exists as a collection of tiles at the

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Why I recommend this OnePlus flagship phone over the S25 Ultra - especially at $120 off

zdnet.com Kerry Wan 2025-08-16 07:55:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The OnePlus 13 is a snappy, nearly no-compromise phone that typically starts at $899. A Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with a 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is a recipe for endurance success. IP69 is almost excessive, but you'll appreciate it when least expected. View now at OnePlus View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices For Prime Day, you can buy the OnePlus 13 from Amazon at a $120 discount, no matter if it's the 256GB or 512GB variant. It's

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Too Pricey in Your Amazon Cart Before? Not anymore, Dyson’s Supersonic Hair Dryer Hits Its Lowest Price

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2025-08-16 07:10:44

Blowouts can get expensive. You pay over $100 each week to have your hair washed, dried, and styled, and it should theoretically last you for days if you take care of it. You can expend it with dry shampoo of course, but you’ll soon end up needing to do it the next week. It gets a little much if you’re saving, and driving to the salon can be annoying. What’s the solution? A great hair tool that helps you tame your mane at home. And if you move fast, you can get one at Amazon without having to bu

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Android’s upcoming notification summaries could avoid the pitfalls of Apple Intelligence

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-16 11:20:39

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is developing an AI-powered notification summary feature for Android to help manage overwhelming alerts from messaging apps. Unlike Apple’s version, this feature will only summarize “conversation notifications” to improve accuracy and avoid misinterpreting non-message alerts. It will warn users that summaries may contain errors, will only process longer messages, and will likely be exclusive to devices that support Gemini Nano. Notifications ar

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My Android Auto was having trouble connecting until I did this one thing

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-16 11:31:14

Google / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET A few months ago, I bought into the Jeep cult. One bit of fanciness with this vehicle is its ability to connect to Android Auto. I was excited because I'd never owned a car that could connect to my Android phone and actually make use of it. Of course, the biggest reason I wanted to use Android Auto was for the Spotify connection. My previous auto would allow me to connect my phone, but I had to control the music from the phone itself, which I wouldn't do w

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OnePlus announces Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 with specs tuned to global markets

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-16 18:00:47

TL;DR OnePlus has announced the Nord 5 and the Nord CE5 globally. An AI button called the “Plus Key” replaces the alert slider on the OnePlus Nord 5. Both phones offer a host of AI applications, voice transcription, live translation, and photo editing with generative AI. The EU’s restrictions limit the Nord 5 and CE5’s battery sizes to only about 75% of their actual sizes in Asia. Within weeks of launching the OnePlus 13S, the India-exclusive rebrand of the 13T, OnePlus is expanding its port

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Latest Tech News

This new setting in Android ensures core Google services are always up to date

The DJI Neo drone drops to only $159 for Prime Day

Shark Hair Dryer Now Less Than Black Friday, a Budget-Friendly Dyson Alternative in Prime Day Deals

Teachers urge parents not to buy children smartphones

Google is now rolling out a fix for buggy Pixel lock screens after Android 16

Teachers want parents to stop giving children under 14 smartphones

Libpostal: C library for parsing/normalizing street addresses around the world

RapidRAW: A non-destructive and GPU-accelerated RAW image editor

An AI That Promises to “Solve All Diseases” Is About to Test Its First Human Drugs

The Pixel 9 Pro Is the Easiest Android Phone I've Ever Used and It's 25% Off During Prime Day

Want a Drone This Summer? DJI Mini 4K Bundle Is at an All-Time Low for Prime Day

I found the ultimate accessory kit for tinkerers with 180 modifications, and it's $20 off for Prime Day

M&S confirms social engineering led to massive ransomware attack

New Android TapTrap attack fools users with invisible UI trick

This Stanley 8 Gallon Wet and Dry Vacuum Is Huge, but the Price? Practically Peanuts at Best Buy

Ceramic: A cross-platform and open-source 2D framework in Haxe

GlobalFoundries to Acquire MIPS

Experts Clear Up This Summer's Confusing Dehydration Myths

Seagate Compact 1TB Portable SSD Hits an All-Time Low, 260K+ Reviewers Might Envy This Prime Day Price

This smart sock was one of my best purchases as a new mom - and it's $100 off for Prime Day

I've tested several Android Auto wireless adapters, and my favorite is on sale for Prime Day

Zorin OS

Wayve CEO Alex Kendall brings the future of autonomous AI to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

The one Android settings shortcut I can't live without - and how to customize it

Why I recommend this OnePlus flagship phone over the S25 Ultra - especially at $120 off

Too Pricey in Your Amazon Cart Before? Not anymore, Dyson’s Supersonic Hair Dryer Hits Its Lowest Price

Android’s upcoming notification summaries could avoid the pitfalls of Apple Intelligence

My Android Auto was having trouble connecting until I did this one thing

OnePlus announces Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 with specs tuned to global markets

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