Technology News of last week

Microsoft has a Start menu redesign in testingThis introduces new layouts for the list of all appsOne of those layouts is a category view, and we’ve had confirmation from Microsoft that it won’t be possible to customize this to your likingWe’ve just learned more about how Microsoft’s revamped Start menu will work when it arrives in Windows 11, and not everyone is happy about the new info aired here.Windows Latest reports on an element of customization that falls short of what some Windows 11 users were hoping for, and it pertains to one of the new layouts being introduced for the list of apps.As you may recall, with the redesigned Start menu – which is in test builds of Windows 11 now – the long list of apps installed on the PC can be set to a couple of more compact alternative layouts, one of which is a grid and the other a category view.It’s the latter we’re interested in here, whereby apps are grouped into different categories such as Games, Productivity, Creativity, Social, Utilities and so forth. Each of these categories has a box in which up to four icons for the most commonly-used apps appear, and the full roster of apps is found within if you open the category – all of which allows for an easier way to locate the app you’re looking for, rather than scrolling through a lengthy alphabetical list.So, what’s the beef that’s been raised here? Windows Latest has received confirmation from Microsoft that it won’t be possible to create your own category types.Windows 11 will, of course, make the decisions on how to categorize apps and where they belong, but there are some interesting, and less than ideal, nuances picked up by Windows Latest here.Any app that Windows 11 isn’t sure about will go in the ‘Other’ category, for one thing. Also, if there aren’t three apps for any given category – because you don’t have enough creativity apps installed on your machine, say – then a stray creativity app (like Paint) will be dumped in Other.Analysis: improved customization could still be offered with any luck(Image credit: MAYA LAB / Shutterstock)If Microsoft gave folks the ability to make their own category folders, they could have a few alternative dumping grounds to Other – categories named so that the user could better remember what apps they contain.However, with Windows 11 overseeing category allocation, it seems like Microsoft wants to keep a tight rein on the groups which are present in this part of the interface. Sadly, it isn’t possible to move an app from one category to another, either (as Windows Latest has highlighted in the past), should you disagree with where it’s been placed - and this latter ability is a more telling shortcoming here.The new Start menu remains in testing, of course, so Microsoft may make changes before it arrives in the finished version of Windows 11. That’s entirely possible, especially seeing as Microsoft has (again) been stressing how it’s listening to user feedback to better inform Windows 11’s design, the Start menu overhaul included.So, simply being able to drag and drop icons between these categories is something we can hope for, in order to reclassify any given - it’s a pretty basic piece of functionality, after all. We may eventually get to define our own categories, too, but for now, it appears Microsoft is taking a rather rigid approach to customization with this part of the menu.Expect this Start menu makeover to be one of the central pillars of Windows 11 25H2 when it pitches up later this year.You might also like...Windows 11's hidden PC migration feature proves Microsoft isn't messing around when it comes to killing off Windows 10macOS Tahoe 26 is official - here's everything you need to know about all the new featuresCan’t upgrade to Windows 11? This Linux project wants to save your old PC from the scrapheap when Windows 10 support ends

Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally handhelds could launch in OctoberSome rumors suggest the ROG Xbox Ally will be $499, and the Xbox Ally X will cost $799A price point for the MSI Claw A8, using the same processor, is also unconfirmedHandhelds are arguably dominating the console and PC gaming market, with the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 now available and Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally slated for launch late this year. However, the latter may have one significant dealbreaker.As reported by our reliable friends at Windows Central, both the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X are rumored to launch in late October. However, pricing is still up in the air, despite other rumors suggesting the base model will cost $499 and the more powerful Xbox Ally X will go for $799.The ROG Xbox Ally X will join the MSI Claw A8 in being the first handheld gaming PCs to use AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, except Microsoft's handheld will use an AI variant. It's not exactly clear if this will have an edge over the standard Z2 Extreme – but one thing that's becoming slightly evident is the reasoning for the undisclosed price point.It appears as though a combination of uncertainty on tariffs on Taiwan and China (where Asus manufactures products), and MSI not announcing a price for the Claw A8, could be why we're left in the dark on the ROG Xbox Ally pricing for now.We haven't seen the performance capabilities of the Z2 Extreme on handhelds, so perhaps Microsoft is waiting for MSI or even Lenovo (with the Legion Go 2 successor using the same chip) to set the pace before committing to a price point.It's also worth noting that the Asus ROG Ally X recently saw a price hike from $799.99 (£799 / AU$1,599) to $899, so concerns about a potential outrageous price (at least for the ROG Xbox Ally X) are warranted. The base model will use a new Ryzen Z2A processor – which is more aligned with the Steam Deck's chip in performance, using RDNA 2 architecture – so its price may be akin to the Nintendo Switch 2's.Analysis: I'm not worried about the ROG Xbox Ally's price, but I'm very concerned about the ROG Xbox Ally X(Image credit: Microsoft)To put it simply, if the ROG Xbox Ally X ends up with a higher price point than the likes of the MSI Claw 8 AI+, Microsoft can kiss its success goodbye.The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is priced at $900 / £899 / AU$1,799, which is already a very steep price tag that is enough to turn gamers away from a purchase. That isn't me downplaying the device's gaming capabilities, but it's a tough sell in this economy.The ROG Xbox Ally X won't have an 8-inch screen (which is a huge dealbreaker to me), and is using the same processor as the Claw A8, which is indeed using an 8-inch display. Unless the AI Z2 Extreme outperforms both the standard Z2 Extreme, and the Claw 8 AI+'s Core Ultra 7 258V processor, then the ROG Xbox Ally X has no place costing over $900.I'm expecting its weaker counterpart, the ROG Xbox Ally, to do just fine as a more affordable option, if it's under or slightly closer to the Switch 2's price ($449.99 / £395.99 / AU$699.99).Handheld hardware is getting better each year, which obviously comes with a cost increase, but it's important that prices don't go out of whack away from affordability. There's a reason Ayaneo's handhelds aren't in the spotlight, because they cost over $1,000 – and Microsoft better not even think about going there.You might also like...Xbox president Sarah Bond announces that Xbox has formed a 'strategic multi-year partnership' with AMD for its next generation of consoles, handhelds and accessoriesXbox Games Showcase 2025: everything revealed from Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Persona 4 remake to a new handheldNew Xbox Series X games 2025 - the most anticipated Xbox release dates

Last month, Dyson unveiled the PencilVac – a new addition to brand's floorcare lineup, and apparently the world's slimmest vacuum cleaner. Yesterday, I had a chance to try one out, and it turns out this odd-looking vac is one heck of a smooth mover.The PencilVac looks nothing like your standard cordless stick vacuum. The motor, filters and dust cup are all hidden within the broom-like handle, which clocks in at a diminutive 1.5 inches / 3.8cm in diameter. The floorhead is equally surprising, with its four cone-shaped, fluffy rollers.(Image credit: Dyson)Less obvious from the press photos is just how maneuverable this cleaner is. The cleaner head can swivel on the spot and it cleans from the front and from the back sides. Like all the best Dyson vacuums, it can lie flat to the ground, and because the handle is symmetrical, you can hold it from any side, too. You can do figure-eights on your floor if you can get your angles right.The maneuverability is impressive, but there are plenty more cool features besides. The 'QuadConical' floorhead is new on this machine, and designed so that if it encounters long hair, it'll make its way to the narrow end of the cone and pop out as a bundle on the side, at which point it can be easily vacuumed up. The soft material is perfect for delicate hard floors, and the cones protrude out from the casing so you can clean right into the corners, and even give your baseboards a bit of a dust as you go.(Image credit: Future)Dyson has added its distinctive green laser (which first appeared on the Dyson V15 Detect) to the cleaner head. This helps cast shadows on debris on the floor, so you don't miss even the tiniest speck of dirt. Here, it's located in the center of both sides of the floorhead, and it's just as useful as ever.Who's the PencilVac for?While Dyson says the PencilVac can be used on carpet, it's really specialized for hard floors. The fluffy rollers are perfect for hard floors and the laser really comes into its own on a solid surface.While it looks looks like a strong contender for TechRadar's best vacuum for hardwood floor roundup, the soft rollers won't agitate the fibers enough to offer a deep clean on carpet. The suction is also much lower than you'll find on the main flagship range – partly due to the motor and partly due to the more open floorhead design.(Image credit: Dyson)For many, it'll be a complimentary machine rather than your main vacuum, but if you want something for quick cleanups on hard floors, the PencilVac looks perfect. Full review to follow when I've had a chance to put it through its paces properly.At time of writing, I don't have any pricing information for the PencilVac, but I know it's scheduled to go on sale in Australia in August 2025, before hitting the US and UK markets sometime in 2026. If you can't wait that long, you could check out the Dyson V12 Detect Slim, which is a – for our money, underrated – scaled-down vacuum for smaller homes.You might also like...Are Dyson vacuums worth the premium price? After testing most of the leading brands, here's my takeDyson V12 Detect vs Gen5detect: Dyson's most advanced vacuums, comparedAfter months of testing Dyson fans, I’ve swapped back to a cheap air circulator – here are 6 reasons why

Apple’s macOS Tahoe is the final version to support Intel chipsThat means the death of the Hackintosh is nighIt’s sad news for the community of tinkerers and custom PC buildersApple lifted the lid on macOS Tahoe at its WWDC 2025 event earlier in June, and one thing that it announced during the Platforms State of the Union address was that this software update would be the last one to support Intel Macs. That’s had the effect of putting the final nail in the coffin of the humble Hackintosh, and this has left me more than a little sad.In case you don’t know, a Hackintosh is a computer that runs macOS on custom PC hardware. Apple doesn’t support or condone these computers, so building one requires a lot of complex legwork and specific files that convince macOS that it’s running on Apple-approved components.Part of the equation is that a Hackintosh usually requires an Intel chip. You can’t buy Apple silicon chips off the shelf, but with recent macOS versions supporting Intel processors, this was a go-to alternative.With Apple dropping this support, it’s the end of the road for Hackintoshes.We knew this day was coming(Image credit: Future)For many years, I was fascinated with the idea of building a Hackintosh. I’ve long been frustrated with the day-to-day quirks of Windows, but love building PCs too much to go all-in on macOS. A Hackintosh felt like the perfect way to get hands on, build a powerful computer capable of both work and gaming, and still get all the smoothness and rich features of macOS.But with the constantly increasing difficulties in building a Hackintosh and the ever-more complex workarounds that were needed to get one to work, I never took the plunge.Years ago, a Hackintosh was the best of both worlds: the hardware performance that Apple simply couldn’t provide and the software features and stability that Windows sorely lacked. But now that Apple silicon offers tremendous performance – even in demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077, something once deemed unthinkable for a Mac – the need for a Hackintosh has diminished.Despite the news, not everyone in the Hackintosh community has taken the news badly. Even before Apple’s announcement, I would occasionally browse Hackintosh forums, and the advice was often the same: modern Macs do a lot of what Hackintoshes set out to achieve.They offer far more bang for your buck than they used to (the M4 Mac mini is a good example), and unless you fill the specific niche of loving both macOS and DIY computer building and refuse to get a Mac and a PC, Apple’s own products do the job. Many of the more recent reactions are along the same lines.Perhaps someone will find a way to get Hackintoshes to work on Apple silicon. But with the tough security measures Apple has built into its chips, that is far from guaranteed. While many in the community are taking the news well, I can’t help but feel disappointed for what we’re going to lose.You might also likeThe end of ‘Hackintosh’ – how Apple is sounding the death knell for a once-thriving online communityIt’s official: your Intel Mac won’t get macOS 27, with macOS Tahoe 26 marking the end of an eramacOS Tahoe 26 is official: here’s everything we know about the release date, compatibility and all the new features

People in Iran have been having difficulties accessing internet services, mostly foreign websites and messaging apps like WhatsApp. According to The New York Times and NBC News, it was the government's decision to restrict internet in the country to ward off cyberattacks by Israel as the conflict between the countries escalate. Fatemeh Mohajerani, Iran's spokesperson, said the government was forced to throttle internet speeds in the country to maintain network stability "given the enemy's cyber attacks." Iran reportedly plans to reduce its internet bandwidth by 80 percent.  Kentinc and Netblocks, companies which track global internet connectivity, told NBC News that Iran's connection plummeted at around 5:30PM Eastern time on June 17. Iranians have been having issues accessing online services for days, however, with their mobile data networks being completely down in parts of the country and the VPNs they were using to access foreign websites being blocked intermittently. In addition to blocking WhatsApp, the Iranian government urged citizens to delete it from their smartphones, accusing it of collecting information to send to Israel. WhatsApp told AP that it was "concerned these false reports will be an excuse for [its] services to be blocked at a time when people need them the most." While Iran's spokesperson said that the government is blocking and slowing down the country's internet connection as a way to prevent Israeli cyberattacks, it's also making it harder for people to get warnings about incoming attacks and to contact loved ones in cases of emergency. And since maps like Google's also aren't working, people trying to evacuate are also reportedly getting lost. Iran is urging its citizens to use its national internet services or N.I.N., which remain available and allow messaging using government platforms, but people don't think they're secure. It's worth noting that Iran also seems to have launched its own cyber attacks on Israel. As The Verge notes, cybersecurity firm Radware reported a surge in cyberattacks on Israel since its strike on Iran. The firm believes they were carried out by Iranian state actors and pro-Iran hacker groups. Iran had been linked to several cyberattacks in the past, including an instance wherein hackers associated with the country stole US voter information and sent intimidating emails to Democrat voters. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/iran-restricts-internet-access-to-ward-off-israeli-cyberattacks-120025170.html?src=rss

Salesforce Enterprise and Unlimited SKUs are going up by 6% on averageSlack Business+ jumps to $15/month, but Pro remains unchangedSalesforce says added value from AI has led to the higher pricesSalesforce has confirmed it will be raising prices by an average of 6% across a number of its core products, including Enterprise and Unlimited SKUs of Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Field Service and selected Industries Clouds.Changes are set to come into affect from August 1, 2025, giving users just a few weeks to prepare for higher bills or find alternative solutions.Foundations, Starter and Pro Editions are set to remain unchanged, with Salesforce blaming the incremental price increases on "ongoing innovation and [significant] customer value."Salesforce rolls out 6% price risesA month after announcing consumption-based pricing for its AI models, Salesforce has launched new Agentforce add-ons, starting at $125 per user per month, offering unlimited employee agent use for licensed users.The packages include industry-specific, prebuilt AI agent templates, AI analytics (via Tableau), the company's Prompt Builder and more.Agentforce 1 Editions sits above this tier, adding to it features like one million Flex Credits per year (replacing per-conversation pricing) and 2.5 million Data Services Credits per year. It comes at the cost of $550 per user per month.Apart from the new AI models and a 6% average price hike across Enterprise and Unlimited SKUs, Salesforce has also updated its messaging platform.The company says it hasn't changed Slack's pricing since 2022, but earlier in 2025, Slack Business+ users will end up paying $15 per user per month, up from $12.50.A new Enterprise+ tier joins the mix, while Pro pricing is set to remain unchanged. Free users will also continue with access to their current features."These updates across our portfolio are designed to help organizations buy, use, and recognize value with the latest innovations throughout their businesses," Salesforce shared, launching a dedicated page for pricing across all its products.You might also likeCut the costs with the best free office softwareSalesforce says it’s time for the “digital labour revolution”We've listed the best productivity tools and best online collaboration tools

It's official: Nintendo has confirmed that its next Direct will be all about Donkey Kong Bananza!Focusing on this big release alone, the upcoming Nintendo Direct will feature "roughly 15 minutes of information about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game".Some fans may have been hoping for a bit more of a bombastic June Nintendo Direct - as has been the case in the past - but it seems like Nintendo is content to just focus on the next Donkey Kong game. It's the next major Switch 2 release, after all, and comes out in about a month's time on July 17.It's the first new Donkey Kong game in over a decade, with the prior Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze releasing on the Wii U back in 2014. While ports of Retro Studios' Country titles have released on Nintendo Switch, Donkey Kong Bananza will be the ape's first original adventure in quite some time. It's also his first big 3D platformer outing since Rare's Donkey Kong 64 all the way back in 1999.In the build-up to the Direct, we're going to share some of our thoughts and predictions for the game as well as all things Nintendo Switch 2, while also giving you the best information on how to watch the stream.Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct date, start time, and lengthThe Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct will take place on June 18, 2025, and will begin at 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 2PM BST.As officially confirmed by Nintendo, the broadcast will last for "roughly 15 minutes".How to watch the Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo DirectThe most reliable place to catch the Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct live stream is the Nintendo YouTube channel.Hello and welcome to the start of my live coverage of the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza Direct.There's not long to go until the stream begins now, so sit back as I deliver a steady of updates, predictions, and everything that you need to know in the build-up to the event!

Summer is here, and if you're anything like me, you've found yourself longing for a refreshing cold-brewed coffee. Not only is it nicely cooling on a hot day, it has a different flavor profile to coffee brewed hot, with a smoother, more mellow taste even if you use the same beans.There's only one problem: making it the traditional way means steeping your ground coffee overnight, or even longer to extract the full flavor. That's fine if you're super organized, but not much use if you just want your coffee right now.Thankfully, modern coffee machines mean that's no longer a problem. I'm lucky enough to test heaps of the best coffee makers for TechRadar, and this year all the big brands have added cold brewing to their lists of features.Ninja, Breville (or Sage, and it's known in the UK) and De'Longhi have all launched new machines that can brew using cold water in seconds rather than hours, and produce a very similar flavor to traditional cold brew.The trick is allowing the coffee longer than usual to pre-infuse, or bloom, before forcing cold water through at high pressure – often in pulses rather than a continuous stream for a longer extraction time.With the Ninja Luxe Café, De'longhi Primadonna Aromatic, and the updated Sage Barista Touch with Cold Extraction all pulling great-tasting cold shots, you're spoilt for choice, but for me one machine in particular stands out above the rest: the Jura J10.(Image credit: Future)Most coffee machines that can brew cold do an admirable job if you enjoy your drinks without milk, but only a couple can foam cold milk as well, and as a fan of a good latte macchiato, that's something I really appreciate.The De'Longhi Primadonna Aromatic does an excellent job of texturizing cold milk (either dairy or plant-based) and comes with a special carafe for foaming it without the use of steam. It works brilliantly, but what gives the Jura J10 the edge is its ability to not only turn any kind of milk into a fluffy cloud of chilled froth, but to infuse it with syrup at the same time.(Image credit: Future)This system, called Sweetfoam, involves filling a small container with your chosen syrup, then gently pushing it onto the milk dispenser. The syrup (which can be any flavor, and sugar-free or not) is incorporated into the milk a little at a time as it's dispensed, distributing it evenly throughout your drink and meaning a little goes a long way; there's no need to pump huge volumes of syrup into your cup like a barista in a coffee shop might.It works equally well with hot milk too, so when the weather cools down again you can enjoy the pumpkin spice latte of your dreams.The syrup never enters the coffee machine itself, and the dispenser purges itself with hot water after use, so there's no need to worry about sticky mess. The container is easy to wash with soapy water.(Image credit: Future)In my opinion, it's the best espresso machine for chilled drinks. There's just one drawback: the Jura J10 costs (take a deep breath) £1,795 / AU$3,990, which works out at about $2,300. However sweet you make your lattes, that's a bitter pill to swallow. When I was loaned one to test, it came packaged in a padded flight case rather than the usual cardboard box with polystyrene inserts. It's not usually delicate – it's just that expensive.The good news is that if that price is tough to stomach, any of the other cold-brewing coffee machines available right now can produce a smooth, well-rounded drink. You won't get the flavorsome foam, but you'll still be able to make refreshing, tasty chilled drinks in seconds rather than hours.

A new Google Pixel #BestPhonesForever ad appearsIt points out the features iOS 26 is borrowing from AndroidHowever, Google has copied from Apple in the pastGoogle has published another of its #BestPhonesForever promo clips, where we typically get an iPhone chatting to a Pixel handset – and this time there are some digs at what iOS 26 is copying from Android and the best Pixel phones.The new clip puts the two phones in a podcast-style format, and has the iPhone talking up three new features in iOS 26: live translations across multiple apps, hold assist for keeping your place in line in a call queue, and call screening for getting information from unknown callers before you pick up.In response, the Google phone points out that Pixels have had similar features since 2021, 2020, and 2018 respectively – something the iPhone in the clip puts down to mere coincidence. It's taken a while for Apple to catch up in these areas.Last month, the previous clip in the series highlighted night mode photography, AI image editing (in the shape of Android Magic Eraser and iOS Clean Up), and home screen widgets as features that Apple had borrowed from Google down the years.Copy and pasteThere's no refuting the claims Google makes here: it did have these features on its Pixel phones before Apple added them to the iPhone. It's also fair to point out, of course, that Apple, Samsung, and Google have all been copying from each other for many years.For example, Google's Android 16 and Samsung's One UI 7 both add something very similar to Live Activities on the iPhone, which Apple added back in 2022. The features mean users can get easier access to real-time information on screen, such as cab arrival times or sports scores.Ultimately, a good feature idea for a phone is going to work across Android and iOS – so it's no surprise that these days there are fewer differences between the platforms than ever. Apple fans would argue that iOS implements these features in better ways, even if it takes longer.One area where Apple would admit that it's lagging behind is AI. We know that it's struggling to bring Siri up to speed with Gemini – but then again, Siri did launch some five years ahead of Google Assistant.You might also likeThis new iOS 26 feature for Apple Music is going viralAndroid 16 is finally giving the Pixel Camera app a makeoverDon't call it a Mac – I went hands-on with iPadOS 26

Marvel has revealed the full schedule and episode titles for IronheartMy biggest fear about its release format has been confirmedThe penultimate chapter's name might have spoiled a possible secret villain revealMarvel has unveiled the full release schedule and episode titles for Ironheart.At the time of publication, the final Marvel Phase 5 TV show is less than one week away from making its Disney+ debut. And, to celebrate the countdown to launch, Marvel has revealed some key information about the Dominque Thorne-led TV series.A post shared by Marvel Studios (@marvelstudios)A photo posted by on Let's start with that all-important episodic release format, which was officially confirmed via Marvel Studios' Instagram account (see above). We already knew that Ironheart would air with a three-episode premiere on June 24 in the US, and June 25 in the UK and Australia (NB: it'll arrive on one of these two dates in other nations, too). That much was made clear when the long-gestating Marvel TV Original's first trailer was finally unveiled in mid-May.At the time, though, I expressed concern over Ironheart's rumored release format. Industry insiders had claimed its final three episodes would drop together one week after the show premiered. Now, Marvel has proved that leak was correct.So, why is Marvel giving Ironheart the Andor season 2 treatment by releasing it in dual three-part batches? Is it because the comic giant isn't confident people will watch it week-to-week? Or is it simply experimenting with how its small-screen projects are released on one of the world's best streaming services? I can't say for sure, but we'll find out if this release format is a success or not once its streaming data has been crunched in the weeks after its final three episodes have aired.Better the devil you knowIs the devil in the details, or this is a fan theory with no substance? (Image credit: Marvel Comics)Those aren't the only interesting questions that Ironheart's release schedule has thrown up. Indeed, eagle-eyed Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fans have spotted something in the above Instagram post that might point towards the inclusion of a secret villain.Look at the fifth episode's title – 'Karma's a Glitch' – and you'll notice that the 'm' has been written in different ink colors. The primary hue is black, but a red marker has also been used to spell out the word 'karma'. Even more crucially, the 'm' is the only letter in any of the spelled-out episode titles to get this treatment.So, what's this got to do with a yet-to-be-revealed antagonist in Ironheart? MCU fans believe this is yet another sign that the Demon Lord known as Mephisto will be unveiled as the show's actual villain-in-chief.Comment from r/marvelstudiosUntil now, Anthony Ramos' Parker Robbins/The Hood has been positioned as its lead antagonist (read more about him and much more in my dedicated Ironheart guide). However, Mephisto has long been rumored to be the Big Bad who's puppeteering events from the shadows. In fact, Mephisto was first linked with a role in Ironheart way back in October 2022.Add the show's dark magic versus technology-led story, plus more teases about a potential Mephisto appearance in Ironheart's official trailer, into the equation, and MCU fans are even more convinced that Marvel's take on the Devil is going to show up.Do you think Mephisto will turn up in Ironheart? Or is this a fan theory that people have conjured out of thin air? Let me know in the comments.You might also likeFind out how to watch the Marvel movies in orderOr get the definitive lowdown on The Fantastic Four: First StepsAlternatively, see which MCU TV Originals made it onto our best Disney+ shows list

NordPass now supports attachments of your most important documentsSet reminders to update your copies when they expireThe usual NordPass encryption methods still applyTop password manager NordPass has revealed it is now supporting document storage to make sure all your most important files are kept safe and sound.Starting today, users can now store documents (such as IDs, driving licenses and passports) in an encrypted vault.Documents can be uploaded as scans, images or other file types, with the option to create custom fields for quick reference within he vault, too.NordPass document storageThe company explained the new feature comes in response to insecure storage seen across the world – many individuals simply keep a photo of their sensitive information in their photo library."People struggle to securely store and manage their physical documents... These essential documents are often misplaced, hard to access when needed, or forgotten until they expire, leading to missed renewals and unnecessary stress," Head of Core Product Chandra Challa explained.All stored data is encrypted using xChaCha20, which enables it to be available across all signed-in devices. Families can also use NordPass to store essential records, like marriage and birth certificates and insurance papers.In its announcement, the company boasted about the built-in reminders feature. By assigning an expiration date, users will be reminded to update their documents once renewed so that the latest copy is always available in their vault, enabling seamless data retrieval for online purchases and more.NordPass comes in three different flavors – Free, Premium (for individual users) and Family (for up to six users). TechRadar Pro has asked the company to confirm which plans include the new document storage features.Although the ability to store important document details is not new (Dashlane, 1Password and Proton Pass all support secure notes), being able to keep a photocopy of those documents sets NordPass apart from its key password manager rivals.In the years since it launched, NordPass has become so much more than a simple password manager, supporting multi-factor authentication codes and email masking.You might also likeYour least-favorite browser finally added a proper password manager, and it could be a massive game-changer for secure business credential sharingDream up complex credentials with the best password generatorsThe best VPNs can protect your digital footprint

Borderlands 4 won't cost $80, despite Gearbox CEO's previous commentsIt will cost $69.99, meeting the recent standard for most gamesIt comes after a plethora of comments from users suggesting they won't purchase the gameGearbox Software's fourth installment in the Borderlands franchise is just months away from launch on September 12, and concerns of an $80 (or more specifically, $79.99) price tag have been put to bed.Gearbox CEO, Randy Pitchford, announced on X that Borderlands 4 will not cost $80 but the current industry standard of $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$119.95 (or AU$109.95 on PC) – and it's available for pre-order now for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam).It comes after Pitchford's comments on the game's potential price tag; gamers were told that if they were "real fans," they would find a way to buy Borderlands 4 if it were priced at $80, considering Nintendo and Microsoft's shift to a $80 game price tag.Unsurprisingly, that was met with a barrage of criticisms, and if I'm honest, those comments from a CEO weren't a pretty sight, to say the least (although not very surprising to see).However, this is a prime example of what happens when consumers voice frustrations and essentially vote with their wallets; in this case, long before the game has even launched, as a significant portion of the criticisms were gamers promising not to purchase the game due to Pitchford's commentsJust don't buy it. Talk with your money. If you're a true fan, you won't accept them pricing people out. This one's 80 the next game will be 100 and continue to rise. Say no.May 20, 2025While there wasn't a price tag set in stone, Pitchford's comments alone suggested that Borderlands 4 would follow the new $80 trend – and it appears as though the backlash has convinced 2K, Take-Two Interactive, and the seniors involved to stick with $69.99.Unfortunately, that may not be the case with other games priced at $80, and Nintendo's Mario Kart World is the best example. However, the Nintendo Switch 2's launch is likely a significant factor in the new title's high sales.Analysis: Stop saying 'there's nothing that can be done' and keep your voices heard(Image credit: Gearbox / 2K)Even if there are future cases like Mario Kart World selling well at $80, at the very least, ensuring that CEOs and senior management of game companies are aware of complaints regarding egregious pricing is incredibly vital.Like I've seen over the years, if there's enough backlash and rejection of a move that fans don't like, change is more often the answer from game companies.I can almost guarantee that the response to the Gearbox CEO's comments was a major factor in the $69.99 price tag – and frankly, some gamers could likely still turn away from a purchase as $69.99 is still frowned upon (and rightly so).Nintendo's move has already set the dangerous precedent I feared, but Borderlands 4's case should be enough of an indication that the more you vote with your wallet by stating displeasure and actively avoiding $80 games, the more we'll see game companies take a step back...You might also like...Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser says 'stay tuned' when asked about the absence of a mainline Mario game for the Switch 2Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser seemingly reveals the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour priceNintendo of America president says 'tariffs were not factored into the price' of the Switch 2 and weighs in on the price of games

Microsoft Teams working on adding noise suppression for callsShould cut out background noise like traffic or typingAll Microsoft Teams users should benefit upon launchOne of the most painful issues when dialing into a Microsoft Teams call could seen be a thing of the past thanks to a new update.The video conferencing platform has revealed it is working on adding noise suppression for participants dialing in to a call.Once included, this should spell an end to potentially ear-splitting call interruptions, or participants being deafened by background noise from another person on the call.Microsoft Teams noise suppressionMicrosoft says as well as improving the user experience for everyone on a call, the new addition will also "enhance clarity and reduce distraction for all meeting participants".In a Microsoft 365 roadmap post, it noted the feature will automatically filter out background noise (such as traffic, typing) for users who join meetings via phone (PSTN).The feature is listed as being "in development" for the time being, with an expected rollout start date of September 2025.When launched, Microsoft says it will be available for users across the world using Teams on Windows, Mac, Android and iOS - as well as Teams and Surface devices, and Teams on Web.The launch is the latest in a series of recent improvements to Microsoft Teams announced by the company as it looks to improve the experience for users.This includes a tweak that will allow multiple people to control slides being presented in a meeting or call.Microsoft says the addition will mean that presenters are able to maintain "a smooth flow during meetings or webinars" - hopefully meaning the end of manual slide changes - and hopefully, the phrase "next slide please".It also recently launched of real-time text (RTT) capabilities, allowing participants to type a message while someone else's speech is being transcribed, giving users who prefer typing to speaking another way to make sure their voices get out there.You might also likeMicrosoft Teams is finally adding a tiny but crucial feature I honestly can't believe it never hadMicrosoft Teams will now let companies block people for good — so you'd better behaveWe've rounded up the best productivity tools around right now

Xbox president Sarah Bond has formally announced the next generation of XboxXbox maintains its 'play anywhere' mantra with new consoles, handhelds and accessoriesThe company is partnering with AMD for its next generation hardwareXbox is beginning to talk about its next generation hardware in earnest now, as president Sarah Bond has announced a "strategic multi-year partnership" with tech giant AMD.In a video uploaded to Xbox's official YouTube channel, Bond accentuates the 'play anywhere' mantra that's formed the nucleus of the Xbox brand for the past few years."At Xbox, our vision is for you to play the games you want, with the people you want, anywhere you want," explains Bond, adding that Xbox is now "investing in our next-generation hardware lineup across console, handheld, PC, cloud, and accessories."Bond says that by partnering with AMD, Xbox promises to "deliver the next generation of graphics innovation to unlock a deeper level of visual quality and immersive gameplay and player experiences enhanced with the power of AI".'AI' is a buzzword that Microsoft likes to throw around a lot, and it's understandable if the notion of it prevailing on Xbox has you feeling a little uneasy given the rise of generative AI content in recent years.In truth, the use of AI here will likely boil down to helpful technologies, such as resolution upscaling (like we see with PS5 Pro's bespoke PSSR) and frame generation for smoother performance overall. As such, we could see something similar to PSSR implemented on next-generation Xbox consoles.As for handhelds, we've already seen the announcement of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X, two gaming handhelds designed around playing Xbox Game Pass games on the go. Both are set to launch sometime in 2025, as per last week's Xbox Games Showcase.In better news, Bond also seems to confirm full backwards compatibility with Xbox's next generation, stating that new hardware will maintain "compatibility with your existing library of Xbox games." It's reasonably safe to assume that counts Xbox Series X|S games, though the jury remains out on Xbox One and classic Xbox and Xbox 360 titles.Lastly, it seems that Xbox will be sticking to the Windows ecosystem for its next generation of hardware. Bond confirms Xbox is "working closely with the Windows team, to ensure that Windows is the number one platform for gaming." So don't be expecting a return to the iconic Xbox 360 'blades' dashboard that millions have a fondness for.You might also like...The studio behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has announced a digital jewelry collaboration - but I just wish they were available in gameFree games alert! Get Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, Saints Row 2, and more for nothing during Amazon Prime Day 2025Nintendo has made Switch 2 scalping much harder in Japan by making a simple change to what’s in the box

EA games have arrived on Amazon LunaTitles include EA Sports FC 25, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and Star Wars Jedi: SurvivorYou can play them for free if you already own them on PC and have Amazon PrimeAmazon Luna is a criminally underappreciated cloud gaming service, offering the chance to play loads of demanding games without the need for any expensive PC hardware.If you have access to a basic laptop, old phone, compatible smart TV, or spare tablet, then you can its large library of titles straight from your browser window. You need a strong internet connection for it to work well, but that's still much cheaper than splurging out for fully fledged gaming laptop or PC that will be out of date in a few years anyway.The biggest reason I love it is the fact that a brilliant free tier is included with your Amazon Prime subscription - letting you play loads of great games at no extra cost. You can link your Luna account to your GOG or Ubisoft libraries, allowing you to play select games that you already own wherever and whenever you want to.To give you an example of what this means, I already own Far Cry 5 on PC so I can play it straight from my phone using Amazon Luna while I'm out and about. It runs via Amazon's servers, so no installation is required and I can play it even if my PC is turned off at home.If all that wasn't enough, earlier this month the service received a massive upgrade with a robust slate of games added from the catalog of publishing giant Electronic Arts (EA). This includes EA Sports FC 25, Need for Speed Unbound, Dead Space, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.I'd recommend each any every one, and if you have Prime, and already own them on PC, you can access them right now for at no additional cost. Just head to the Luna homepage to sign in and link your accounts.But what if you don't own these games on PC and still want to play? They're also part of the Luna+ subscription service, which costs $9.99 / £8.99 per month and includes access to loads of other games.You can also buy the titles outright on Amazon Luna itself, which also nets you a PC copy. They're currently subject to some pretty generous discounts, so this option is definitely worth checking out.If you want to learn even more about how Amazon Luna works, and see how it stacked up in my testing, check out my detailed Amazon Luna review.You might also like...The next Nintendo Direct will highlight the Switch 2's next big game, Donkey Kong Bananza – here’s when you can watch itWuchang: Fallen Feathers kept me on the edge of my seat as a soulslike that rewards dodging over parryingAfter an hour with Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, I think Mario Kart World has got a race on its hands to hold onto pole position in the kart-racing genre

The ICO has issued 23andMe with £2.31 million ($3.1 million) fineFine is punishment for failings following 2023 data breachAn investigation found 'serious security failings'The British data protection watchdog, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued a £2.31 million fine to 23andMe for “failing to implement appropriate security measures to protect the personal information of UK users”This follows a 2023 cyberattack in which hackers accessed 23andMe personal user data.The breach only affected 0.1% of the company's customer base, roughly 14,000 individuals, but thanks to the sensitive nature of the information 23andMe holds, hackers were able to access “a significant number of files containing profile information about other users’ ancestry that such users chose to share.”Save up to 68% on identity theft protection for TechRadar readers! TechRadar editors praise Aura's upfront pricing and simplicity. Aura also includes a password manager, VPN, and antivirus to make its security solution an even more compelling deal.Preferred partner (What does this mean?)View DealKeeping secureThe joint investigation, carried out between the ICO and Canadian Privacy Commissioner revealed ‘serious security failings’ after the breach, calling 23andMe’s actions ‘inadequate’.After the hackers carried out their credential stuffing attack, the company waited months until starting a full investigation, only confirming the breach after an employee discovered stolen data advertised for sale on Reddit.This breach put those affected at risk, not just for the typical identity theft and fraud, but also for seriously sophisticated social engineering attacks. If your genetic or family history is sold to a criminal, it could be leveraged against you.“This was a profoundly damaging breach that exposed sensitive personal information, family histories, and even health conditions of thousands of people in the UK,” confirmed John Edwards, UK Information Commissioner.“As one of those impacted told us: once this information is out there, it cannot be changed or reissued like a password or credit card number.”An example of this could be a “family member” reaching out and asking for more information about yourself, or a “medical company” contacting you about an existing genetic health condition. If you’re affected by this breach, be sure to be extra vigilant and cautious about any unexpected communications you receive.“23andMe failed to take basic steps to protect this information. Their security systems were inadequate, the warning signs were there, and the company was slow to respond. This left people’s most sensitive data vulnerable to exploitation and harm,” Edwards confirmed.You might also likeTake a look at our picks for the best malware removal software aroundCheck out our choice for best antivirus softwareHackers claim 64 million leaked T-Mobile records, but it denies breach

As the summer months start rolling in, my mind turns to keeping cool in the warmer weather. When it comes to personal cooling, Dyson is the first brand that springs to mind for many, and understandably so, as it makes some fantastic products. But its fans don’t come cheap.Dyson makes some of the best air purifiers and vacuum cleaners on the market, thanks to their efficiency – and the iconic aesthetic makes them incredibly desirable. But having tested Dyson’s best, as well as a load of alternatives, I’ve found that when it comes to fans I can be cooled down just as well using a far cheaper option.If you’re on the fence about whether or not to invest in a Dyson fan, I’ve listed a number of points below that are worth considering before you commit to the cost. Because if all you want is to stay cool, you can do it for less.1. There are quieter fans out thereI’m not saying that Dyson fans aren’t quiet – quite the opposite, in fact. I found this out when I reviewed the Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 Purifying Fan, whose quiet operation of just 52dB at top speed had me thinking that a more traditional bladed design wouldn’t be able to compete when it came to volume levels.It turns out I was mistaken, however, as I learned when I tested the MeacoFan Sefte 8in Portable Air Circulator. It gave me noise readings as quiet as 26dB on the lowest fan speed, and a very impressive reading of just 36dB on speed 12, which is quieter than the sound of your average refrigerator.2. They don’t always hit the spotWhile Dyson’s iconic bladeless loop amplifiers are undoubtedly an impressive piece of engineering, I’ve found the gappy design tends to leave a bit of a blind spot in the air flow. This means I often need to use a higher fan setting, and perfect the angle or keep the fan oscillating to feel sufficiently cooled.My air circulator, on the other hand, makes me feel cooler right off the bat, as the design delivers a more concentrated flow of air, making it feel stronger even at lower speeds. This will depend on the design of the air circulator, obviously – but it’ll usually be true of any decent one.(Image credit: Future)3. They’re not as cutting edge as you might thinkWhile Dyson’s Air Multiplier technology is patented, the bladeless fan concept is not. In fact, Toshiba developed the first bladeless fan over forty years ago. My point here is that there are other options on the market if you’re determined not to purchase a bladed fan, which are, more often than not, more affordable too.One such example, and one we consider to be one of the best fans on the market, is the satisfyingly adaptable Shark TurboBlade, which can blast air in multiple directions at once and is considerably cheaper than a Dyson.4. They have a premium price tagIt’s safe to say that the Dyson name is associated with a hefty price tag. Whether or not Dyson fans are worth the expense really comes down to personal preference.It’s not that Dyson fans don’t do a good job; they certainly do. But as I’ve learned, it’s possible to get just as efficient, and in some cases, even better cooling from cheaper alternatives. If brand names and a sleek and modern aesthetic are at the top of your wishlist then, without a doubt, a Dyson is the way to go.However, if you prioritize function over form and want to get the most value for money, I’d recommend checking out fans from brands like Shark, Dreo, and Govee.5. They’re not 'remotely' attractiveDon’t worry, I’m not slamming the Dyson aesthetic. Quite the contrary, in fact, as I love the smooth curves, quality materials, and modern design that we all associate with their products. This is why it’s particularly unfortunate that the clear end panels on the Dyson remotes make them look unfinished.I wouldn’t mind as much if they were designed to be holstered out of the way. But the fact that they’re magnetized to sit on top of the loop amplifiers, therefore placing them front and center, makes it all the more disappointing.In contrast, the remote for the MeacoFan Sefte 8in looks well finished, and near enough disappears when magnetically clipped to the front of the circulator.Image 1 of 2(Image credit: Future)Image 2 of 2(Image credit: Future)6. I can use my air circulator all year roundOkay, this point isn’t actually Dyson-specific, but it’s a useful bit of info that’s worth sharing. One of the key differences in air circulators and fans is that, as the name suggests, air circulators are much more efficient at distributing air flow around the room. This makes them a perfect pairing not only with air conditioning units in the summer, but with heaters during colder spells too, as an air circulator can help evenly distribute the warmer air.This means you could be spending less than a Dyson on an air circulator that proves its worth all year round, rather than investing in a premium fan whose best work is limited to the summer months.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 could both include a Google AI Pro subscriptionThis provides access to advanced AI video creation tools like Veo 3 Fast and FlowIt's possible this bundled subscription will last six monthsSamsung often chucks in freebies with its high-end phones, and it’s looking like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 could be no exception, as they might be bundled with a subscription to Google AI Pro.This is according to Android Authority, which while digging around in code for the latest beta version of the Google app, has found reference to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 being eligible for free access to Google AI Pro.This is a subscription service that usually costs $19.99 / £18.99 / AU$32.99 per month, and unlocks access to Veo 3 Fast video generation, as well as Flow (an AI filmmaking tool built with Veo 3).Veo 3 Fast lets you turn text into videos with sound, while Flow lets you do things like edit and extend shots, and directly control the ‘camera.’ So, if you’re interested in AI filmmaking then Google AI Pro is well worth having.Those are arguably the headline features of Google AI Pro, but it also gives you increased access to other AI tools like Gemini 2.5 Pro and Deep Research on 2.5 Pro, along with 2TB of Google One cloud storage.The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 (Image credit: Philip Berne / Future)A six-month subscriptionOf course, there’s no guarantee the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 will actually come with a free subscription to this.But it looks likely, as not only was mention of this spotted in the Google app, but the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launched with a similar freebie.In the case of the Galaxy S25 series you got six months free access to Gemini Advanced, which was basically an earlier iteration of what’s now called Google AI Pro.So perhaps the company’s upcoming foldables will also include a six-month subscription, but that’s just speculation, as Android Authority hasn’t found any information on the duration.We should find out exactly what – if any – freebies Samsung has planned soon though, as the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 will probably both launch in the first half of July.You might also likeMajor Samsung leak predicts the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 launch highlights – here are 5 things to expectThe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be the thinnest and lightest model yetThe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could have a huge screen with tiny bezels

Cybernews found an unescured MongoDB instance belonging to HeaderoThe database contained millions of records and PIIIt has since been locked down, but users should still be on their guardSecurity researchers from Cybernews have reported uncovering a massive MongoDB instance belonging to a dating and hookup app called Headero.The database contained more than 350,000 user records, more than three million chat records, and more than a million chat room records.Among the exposed data are names, email addresses, social login IDs, JWT tokens, profile pictures, device tokens, sexual preferences, STD status, and - extra worryingly - exact GPS locations.No evidence of abuseCybernews reached out to the app’s developers, a US-based company named ThotExperiment, which immediately locked the database down. The company told the researchers that it was a test database, but Cybernews’ analysis indicates that it could have been actual user data, instead.Unfortunately, we don’t know for how long the database remained open, and if any threat actors accessed it in the past. So far, there is no evidence of abuse in the wild.Human error leading to exposed databases remains one of the most common causes of data leaks and security breaches.Researchers are constantly scanning the internet with specialized search engines, finding massive non-password-protected databases almost daily.These leaks can put people at risk, since cybercriminals can use the information to tailor highly convincing phishing attacks, through which they can deploy malware, steal sensitive files, and even commit wire fraud.Headero users are advised to be extra vigilant when receiving unsolicited messages, both via email and social platforms.They should also be careful not to download any files or click on any links in such messages, especially if the messages carry a sense of urgency with them. If they are using the same password across multiple services, they should change them, and clear sessions / revoke tokens in apps, where possible.You might also likeTop US dental firm spills over 8 million user files onlineTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

Snapchat has added a new layer to its paid offerings. The Lens+ subscription combines the existing Snapchat+ monthly plan with more access to "hundreds of Lenses and AR experiences that let you play, create, and share Snaps with friends in whole new ways." The plan will cost $9 a month. At the start, the subscription will feature Lenses made by the company or by select creators. New augmented reality experiences will be added each week. Creators will be granted the option to build and monetize Lenses for the program in the coming months, although Snapchat hasn't publicly explained how it will select the "select" participants. A representative from the business confirmed to TechCrunch that the launch of Lens+ will not see any Lenses that were previously free placed behind a paywall. The social media platform introduced the Snapchat+ paid option in 2022. According to the blog post announcing this extra option, the program has 15 million subscribers. The Lens program has been taking advantage of developments in AI. Already this year, the company debuted generative AI video Lenses for Premium subscribers and released a standalone app for any user to create their own effects. Snapchat's other AR project is Specs, a set of glasses that it expects to release next year.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/snapchat-adds-a-new-subscription-tier-for-lenses-201018127.html?src=rss

Wikipedia is backing off AI article summaries… for now. Earlier this month, the platform trialed the feature in its mobile app. To say they weren't well-received by editors would be an understatement. The Wikimedia Foundation (WMF) paused the test a day later. The AI summaries appeared at the top of articles for 10 percent of mobile users. Readers had to opt in to see them. The AI-generated summaries only appeared "on a set of articles" for the two-week trial period. Editor comments in the WMF's announcement (via 404 Media) ranged from "Yuck" to "Grinning with horror." One editor wrote, "Just because Google has rolled out its AI summaries doesn't mean we need to one-up them. I sincerely beg you not to test this, on mobile or anywhere else. This would do immediate and irreversible harm to our readers and to our reputation as a decently trustworthy and serious source." "Wikipedia has in some ways become a byword for sober boringness, which is excellent," the editor continued. "Let's not insult our readers' intelligence and join the stampede to roll out flashy AI summaries." Wikimedia Foundation Editors' gripes weren't limited to the idea. They also criticized the nonprofit for excluding them from the planning phase. "You also say this has been 'discussed,' which is thoroughly laughable as the 'discussion' you link to has exactly one participant, the original poster, who is another WMF employee," an editor wrote. In a statement to 404 Media, a WMF spokesperson said the backlash influenced its decision. "It is common to receive a variety of feedback from volunteers, and we incorporate it in our decisions, and sometimes change course," the spokesperson stated. "We welcome such thoughtful feedback — this is what continues to make Wikipedia a truly collaborative platform of human knowledge." In the "discussion" page, the organization explained that it wanted to cater to its audience's needs. "Many readers need some simplified text in addition to the main content," a WMF employee wrote. "In previous research, we heard that readers wanted to have an option to get a quick overview of a topic prior to jumping into reading the full article." The WMF employee stated that the average reading level for adult native English speakers is that of a 14- or 15-year-old. "It may be lower for non-native English speakers who regularly read English Wikipedia," they added. The organization didn't rule out future uses of AI. But they said editors won't be left in the dark next time. "Bringing generative AI into the Wikipedia reading experience is a serious set of decisions, with important implications, and we intend to treat it as such," the spokesperson told 404 Media. "We do not have any plans for bringing a summary feature to the wikis without editor involvement."This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/wikipedia-pauses-ai-summaries-after-editors-skewer-the-idea-200029490.html?src=rss

NASA is shutting down several social media accounts run by the Science Mission Directorate, including the official Mars Curiosity Rover account on X. The organization says it made the decision in order to "make its work more accessible to the public, avoiding the potential for oversaturation or confusion." The "social media consolidation project" is concentrated in part on X, where there are dozens NASA accounts affiliated with specific missions and areas of research. So far 29 accounts are being archived or consolidated with other accounts, including @MarsCuriosity and @NASAPersevere, the two accounts for the organization's Mars rovers. Posts about both missions will now come from the more general @NASAMars. Some social media accounts will also "rebranded to better align with the new strategic framework," NASA says, "reflecting a broader scope or a more direct connection to core NASA initiatives." With "over 400 individual accounts across 15 platforms" it's not exactly unreasonable that NASA is trying to streamline things, but there is some much appreciated specificity lost when news and information is coming from a more general account. NASA's Curiosity is beloved and the agency's research into Mars was likely more well-known because the social media account made identifying with the rover easier. Beyond social media accounts, NASA could be heading into next year with far fewer resources in general. The Trump administration's proposed 2026 budget includes around a $6 billion cut to NASA's funding. The limited resources could lead to multiple planned missions being cancelled The Washington Post reports, including sending a probe to Venus, taking mineral samples from asteroids and studying gravitational waves with the European Space Agency.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/science/space/nasa-is-shutting-down-some-official-social-media-accounts-including-the-curiosity-rovers-handle-192016918.html?src=rss

NordPass and NordStellar reviewed terabytes of dataThe analysis uncovered poor password practices in the healthcare industryOrganizations are lacking staff training and strong policiesHygiene in hospitals and clinics is essential, but cyber-hygiene - despite being equally important - is constantly being neglected, experts have warned.A report from NordPass and NordStellar has claimed weak password practices are “dangerously common” in the healthcare industry.Based on a review of 2.5TB of data extracted from various publicly available sources (including the dark web), the two organizations found that different medical institutions, including private clinics and hospital networks, all rely on “predictable, recycled, or default passwords” to protect critical systems. As a result, sensitive patient data, and possibly their health, is placed at immense risk.Carelessness“When the systems protecting patient data are guarded by passwords like ‘123456’ or ‘P@ssw0rd,’ that’s a critical failure in cybersecurity hygiene. In a sector where both privacy and uptime are vital, this kind of carelessness can have real consequences,” said Karolis Arbaciauskas, head of business product at NordPass.The report also lists the most frequently used passwords identified in the healthcare sector. If you’re using any of these (or a variant), make sure to change them for something tougher to crack:fabrizio19123456Melu3@[email protected]!Carlton@198812345678@Vowcomm2018papa12345Durson@123P@ssw0rdSimetricaRaffin2209!Asspain28#SmithneurodefaultPolicies and trainingThe teams warn passwords that reflect personal names, simple number patterns, or default configurations, are all prime targets for brute-force and dictionary attacks, in which cybercriminals automate the process, and try out countless combinations until they break in.To make matters even worse - one break-in is more than enough to wreak havoc, as lateral movement can compromise entire networks, expose sensitive data, and result in different malware and ransomware infections.The report stresses that healthcare institutions “lack clear password management policies or staff training,” which is why they are recommended to enforce strong password policies, eliminate the use of default or role-specific passwords, use a business-grade password manager, train the staff, and introduce 2FA wherever possible.You might also likeMajor data breach at healthcare giant Yale Health affects 5.5 million people - here's what we knowTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

Android phones that support Qi2 wireless chargers that are magnetically secured in place might finally be hitting the market. Android Authority reports that Google plans to add Qi2 charging with the upcoming Google Pixel 10. The Qi2 standard was announced at CES in 2023, and was developed with substantial contributions from Apple. The new design iterated on the Qi standard by adding magnets that would help ensure a perfect alignment, among other improvements. That magnetic alignment tech was built on Apple's MagSafe technology. There was a lot of excitement around the standard coming to the Android ecosystem, but manufacturers dropped the ball. Displaying a total lack of urgency in implementing the standard, not a single Android device made by Samsung, Google or Motorola supported Qi2 in 2024. The team at Android Authority reports that they have “viewed credible marketing materials intended for retailers that show that Google is working on a few magnetic Qi2 accessories meant for the upcoming Pixel 10.” They suggest Google will name the magnetic ecosystem “Pixelsnap” and at least three accessories to start. A Pixelsnap Charger, Charger with Stand and Ring Stand are set to be in the works for the new Pixel 10. Assuming that magnetic profiles are included as rumored, the Pixelsnap Charger with Stand sounds like the successor to Google’s Pixel Stand. This would ostensibly allow users to magnetically snap their phones to the stand while the phone charges wirelessly. Android Authority reports that the Pixel 10 would support Qi 2.2, with a maximum hardware-supported charge rate of 60W, though Google will ultimately decide what rate of charging will be allowed on each compatible phone model.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/pixelsnap-googles-belated-answer-to-magsafe-could-arrive-alongside-the-pixel-10-184527063.html?src=rss

Binarly spotted a legitimate utility, trusted on most modern systems utilizing UEFI firmware, carrying a flawThe flaw allowed threat actors to deploy bootkit malwareMicrosoft patched it the June 2025 Patch Tuesday cumulative updateMicrosoft has fixed a Secure Boot vulnerability that allowed threat actors to turn off security solutions and install bootkit malware on most PCs.Security researchers Binarly recently discovered a legitimate BIOS update utility, signed with Microsoft’s UEFI CA 2011 certificate. This root certificate, used in the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Secure Boot process, plays a central role in verifying the authenticity and integrity of bootloaders, operating systems, and other low-level software before a system boots.According to the researchers, the utility is trusted on most modern systems utilizing UEFI firmware - but the problem stems from the fact it reads a user-writable NVRAM variable without proper validation, meaning an attacker with admin access to an operating system can modify the variable and write arbitrary data to memory locations during the UEFI boot process.Microsoft finds 13 extra modulesBinarly managed to use this vulnerability to disable Secure Boot and allow any unsigned UEFI modules to run. In other words, they were able to disable security features and install bootkit malware that cannot be removed even if the hard drive is replaced.The vulnerable module had been circulating in the wild since 2022, and was uploaded to VirusTotal in 2024 before being reported to Microsoft in late February 2025.Microsoft recently released the June edition of Patch Tuesday, its cumulative update addressing different, recently-discovered, vulnerabilities - among which was the arbitrary write vulnerability in Microsoft signed UEFI firmware, which is now tracked as CVE-2025-3052. It was assigned a severity score of 8.2/10 (high).The company also determined that the vulnerability affected 14 modules in total, now fixing all of them."During the triage process, Microsoft determined that the issue did not affect just a single module as initially believed, but actually 14 different modules," Binarly said. "For this reason, the updated dbx released during the Patch Tuesday on June 10, 2025 contains 14 new hashes."Via BleepingComputerYou might also likeThe first UEFI bootkit malware for Linux has been detected, so users bewareTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

When it launched, Apple 's Visual Intelligence feature allowed you to point your compatible phone's camera at things around you and either perform a Google Image Search or ask questions via ChatGPT. At WWDC 2025, the company showed off updates to broaden the usefulness of Visual Intelligence, largely by embedding it into the screenshots system. To quote the company's press release, "Visual intelligence already helps users learn about objects and places around them using their iPhone camera, and it now enables users to do more, faster, with the content on their iPhone screen." This reminded me of the "onscreen awareness" that Apple described as one of Siri's capabilities when it announced Apple Intelligence last year. In that press release, the company said, "With onscreen awareness, Siri will be able to understand and take action with users’ content in more apps over time." Though it's not quite the same, the updated screenshot-based Visual Intelligence more or less allows for your iPhone to serve up contextual actions from your onscreen content, just not via Siri.  In a way, it makes sense. Most people are already accustomed to taking a screenshot when they want to share or save important information they saw on a website or Instagram post. Integrating Apple Intelligence actions here would theoretically put the tools where you expect them, rather than make users talk to Siri (or wait for the update to roll out). Basically, in iOS 26 (on devices that support Apple Intelligence), pressing the power and volume down buttons to take a screenshot will result in a new page being pulled up. Instead of the thumbnail of your saved image appearing in the bottom left, you'll see the picture take up almost all of the display, with options around it for editing, sharing or saving the file, as well as getting Apple Intelligence-based answers and actions at the bottom. In the bottom left and right corners sit options for asking ChatGPT and doing a Google Image Search respectively. Depending on what's in your screenshot, Apple Intelligence can suggest various actions below your image. This can be asking where to buy a similar-looking item, adding an event to your calendar or identifying types of plants, animals or food, for instance. If there's a lot going on in your screenshot, you can draw on an item to highlight it (similar to how you select an object to erase in Photos) and get information specific to that part of the image.  Third-party apps or services that have enabled App Intents, like Google, Etsy and Pinterest, can also appear here so you can carry out actions within this space too. For example, if you've found a bookend you like, taken a screenshot and identified it, you can shop for it on Etsy or pin it on Pinterest.  One aspect of this update to Visual Intelligence that gives me pause is that, for people like me who screenshot mindlessly and don't want to do anything other than get receipts, this might add a frustrating step between capturing a screenshot and saving it to Photos. It sounds like you may be able to turn off this interface and stick to the existing screenshot system, though. The examples that Apple gave for Siri's ability to understand what's on your screen felt somewhat similar. In its press release from last year, Apple said "For example, if a friend texts a user their new address in Messages, the receiver can say, 'Add this address to his contact card.'"  Like Visual Intelligence in screenshots, this involves scanning the onscreen content for pertinent information and helping you put it in a place (like Contacts or Calendar) where it's most useful. However, the promise of Siri's new era was more about interacting with all parts of your phone, across first- and third-party apps alike. So you could ask the assistant to open an article you added to your Reading List in Safari or send photos from a specified event to a contact. It's clear Apple has yet to deliver these advancements to Siri, and like Craig Federighi said at the WWDC 2025 keynote, those might only be discussed later this year. Still, as we await that status update, the changes coming to screenshots might be a preview of things to come.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/ios-26-screenshots-could-be-an-intriguing-preview-of-apples-delayed-siri-rework-183005404.html?src=rss

The long-anticipated F1 film comes to theaters on June 27. To celebrate the pending release, Apple has developed a haptic trailer exclusively for iPhones. This leverages the smartphone's Taptic Engine to let people "feel the action" right in the palm of their hands. Apple promises that viewers will "experience the power of the engines, the rumble of the curbs, and the intensity of every gear shift like never before with responsive vibrations." It's available to stream right now via the Apple TV app, but requires iOS 18.4 or later. Here's a regular trailer that won't make your hands rumble, but is still fun.  F1 stars Brad Pitt and was directed by Joseph Kosinski, who made the box office monster Top Gun: Maverick. He also directed the underrated Tron: Legacy, though has no involvement with the upcoming Tron: Ares. Hans Zimmer made the score. Apple spared no expense here. To that end, the company is extremely bullish regarding the film. It's getting the full theatrical treatment, along with a nationwide IMAX release. Apple also featured the movie prominently at its recent WWDC event and screened it for attendees at the Steve Jobs Theater. Pulling up to the Steve Jobs Theater for the F1 Movie screening 🤯 pic.twitter.com/U3nygAJym7— Ayush Singh (@heyayush_io) June 11, 2025 Formula 1 has been surging in popularity these past years, as the sport has significantly widened its cultural footprint. Netflix released a documentary series about the organization called Formula 1: Drive to Survive, which was a huge hit. People like cars that go fast. Who knew?This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/apple-made-a-haptic-trailer-for-the-f1-movie-that-only-works-on-iphones-180815475.html?src=rss

If you’re a sports fan like me, you may have had some complaints in the past about your TV when trying to watch sports. Whether it’s reflections while watching a game in the afternoon or blurring during fast motion, something always seems to need tweaking.Another issue: a TV that appears dim, with a flat-looking image, particularly for field sports such as football and rugby.Even the best TVs can struggle with sport, but thankfully, there’s a TV tech that’s ideal for sports fans: mini-LED.Mini-LED: perfect for sports fansMini-LED TVs are not only becoming increasingly popular but also more affordable. This tech delivers an improved picture over standard LED by using backlights with smaller LEDs (hence the mini part).By miniaturizing the LEDs, a higher number can be used, which results in increased brightness. It also allows for a higher number of local dimming zones in the backlight, which helps to boost contrast and improve black uniformity.Mini-LED TVs can hit significantly higher brightness levels than other TV panel types, with 2,500 - 4,000 nitspeaks possible in flagship models. But for sports fans, it’s fullscreen brightness – the level of brightness that the TV can sustain over its entire screen area – that matters most, and once again, mini-LED TVs here regularly beat other panel types, including the best OLED TVs.To provide an example of that from our TV testing, we regularly measure fullscreen brightness levels of between 580 - 800 nits on the best mini-LED TVs. But even the brightest OLED TV we’ve tested, the LG G5, topped out at 331 nits in our fullscreen measurement.I’ve picked three models below that are examples of the best mini-LED TVs for sports.1. Samsung QN90F(Image credit: Future)The Samsung QN90F is the perfect TV for sports. Not only does it deliver exceptionally high brightness levels – 2,086 nits peak and 667 nits fullscreen in Filmmaker Mode – but it has a Glare-Free screen (first introduced in the Samsung S95D OLED) that effectively eliminates reflections, making it perfect for afternoon sports watching.The QN90F also delivers the superb motion handling that's essential for fast-paced sports. Even for movies, we found we could get smooth motion, with no sign of the dreaded ‘soap opera effect’, by setting both Blur Reduction and Judder Reduction to 3.The QN90F delivers vibrant colors, strong contrast and realistic textures for a brilliant picture. And when viewing from an off-center seat, there’s little sign of the backlight blooming that results in contrast fade, meaning it’s great for watching in large groups.The QN90F is a premium-priced TV, with the 65-inch model we tested priced at $2,499.99 / £2,499 / AU$3,499, but if you’re a sports fanatic, it’s worth the investment. Plus, you can expect prices to drop at some point in the near future.2. Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED (Image credit: Future)When I first began testing the Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED, I didn’t anticipate it would be such a good TV for sports. But in its preset Sports mode with Smoothness (Judder Reduction) set to 4 and Clarity (Blur Reduction) set to 10, sports looked impressively smooth. Color was also surprisingly accurate in that mode, which is unusual as I’ve found the Sports mode makes colors look oversaturated and garish on most TVs.Something unique about the Omni Mini-LED is that it’s nearly ready out of the box for sports. In contrast, I found when testing competing models such as the Hisense U6N and Hisense U7N that more setup was required to get sports looking right.The Amazon Omni mini-LED is a significantly more affordable TV than the Samsung QN90F, with its 65-inch model often discounted down to $949.99 / £949.99. It may not have the same level of sports prowess as the Samsung QN90F, but it’s great for the money.3. TCL QM7K / TCL C7K Image 1 of 2TCL QM7K - US (slide 1) & TCL C7K - UK (slide 2) (Image credit: Future)Image 2 of 2(Image credit: Future)This entry is a hybrid as the TCL model name (and specs) will vary depending on which side of the pond you’re on. Either way, it’s the mid-range model in TCL’s 2025 mini-LED lineup.Both of these TVs deliver exceptional brightness at a mid-range price, with the TCL QM7K and TCL C7K hitting 2,350 nits and 2,784 nits HDR peak brightness, respectively. More importantly, they hit 640 nits and 678 nits HDR fullscreen brightness, respectively – very good numbers for watching sports in bright rooms.These TVs require some motion setup. Since I'm based in the UK, I tested the C7K, and I found that I needed to tweak the Sports or Standard picture mode by setting Blur Reduction to 3 and Judder Reduction to 6. I also needed to lower the color setting in Sports, as it was oversaturated in its default settings.Once this was completed, the C7K was a solid TV for sports. It isn’t quite as effective as the two models above, but it is still a very good mid-range option overall. If the QM7K is anything like its UK counterpart, then the story for that model will be the same.Again, for the 65-inch models of these two sets, you’re looking at paying $999 / £1,099. That’s a similar price to the Amazon Omni Mini-LED, which has the best motion of the two, but with the TCL, you’re getting that extra hit of brightness.You might also like I compared a new cheap mini-LED TV to a mid-range model, and here’s why upgrading is more than worth a small price increaseSony Bravia 9 review - an ultra-premium mini-LED TV with performance to matchHow far mini-LED TV tech has evolved in 9 years and the 'dark side' of Netflix – what I learned on my visit with TCL

Apple has just released the world's first 'haptic' trailer for its F1 movieThe trailer vibrates your phone in time with action sequencesThe F1 movie pulls into theaters internationally from June 25I thought I'd seen every movie trailer gimmick by now, but Apple has just produced a novel one for its incoming F1 movie – a 'haptic' trailer that vibrates your iPhone in time with the on-screen action.If you have an iPhone (Android fans are sadly excluded from the rumble party) head to the haptic trailer for F1: The Movieto open it in the Apple TV app. You'll then be treated to two minutes of vibrations that's probably also a taste of what it's like to being a celebrity in the middle of a social media storm.The trailer's 'haptic' experience was actually better than I was expecting. I assumed it would be a simple, one-dimensional rumble that fired up during race sequences, but it's a little more nuanced than that.To start with, you feel the light vibration of a driver's seat belt being fastened, before the vibrations ramp up for the driving and crash sequences. There's even a light tap to accompany Brad Pitt's character Sonny Hayes moodily bouncing balls against a wall as he ponders coming out of retirement for one last sports movie trope.Sure, it isn't exactly an IMAX experience for your phone, but if ever there was a movie designed for a haptic movie trailer, it's Apple's F1 movie...One last Pitt stopApple's F1 movie was also the star of its recent WWDC 2025 event, with the livestream opening with Craig Federighi (Apple's Senior Vice President of Software Engineering) donning a helmet before doing a lap around the roof of its Apple Park building.There's currently no date for the movie to stream on Apple TV+, with the focus currently on its imminent theater premiere. It officially opens internationally on June 27, but there are some special, one-off screenings in IMAX theaters on June 23 (in North America) and June 25 (internationally) for keen fans who signed up on the movie's official website.The trailers so far suggest that F1 is going to effectively be Top Gun: Maverick set on a race track – and with both movies sharing the same director (Joseph Kosinski) and screenplay writer (Ehren Kruger), that seems like a pretty safe bet. F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton was also involved to help amp up the realism.If the haptic-powered trailer has whetted your appetite, check out our interview with Damson Idris who also stars in F1 and gave us a behind-the-scenes look at what the movie was like to film. Hint; they used specialized tracking cars to help nail the demanding takes flawlessly.You might also like‘I had the craziest spin of my life’: F1 movie star on becoming a race car driver for the upcoming Apple and Warner Bros filmApple and Warner Bros. will take you behind-the-scenes of a racing cockpit in this new thrilling F1 movie trailerF1 and the Grand Prix invade Apple Maps – but where's Brad Pitt?

Meta's impressive Movie Gen AI editing tool is starting to bear fruit. On Tuesday, the company launched a new editor for short videos, "inspired by" the technology. The editor lets you transform your clothing, location, style and more. The examples the company showcased are head-turning. We're getting closer to Hollywood-level CG effects that anyone can produce in a few seconds. The editor lets you choose from over 50 preset prompts. You can transform your video's subject into things like comic art, a marble statue or a video game character. Or, transport them to a beach or a snowy scene. You can also add dreamy lighting effects and color overlays. You can't yet type custom prompts. However, those are scheduled for later this year. Meta The AI editor is the first commercial spawn of Meta's Movie Gen tech. Previewed last year as a private research tool, its results are surprisingly realistic. Like the tool Meta launched today, it can edit non-AI videos. But it can also generate videos from scratch and turn photos into videos. (Don't be shocked if those capabilities migrate to Meta's consumer products, too.) For now, the new editing tool is available on the Meta AI app, Meta.AI website and the Edits app. It's also coming to Instagram "over time," according to platform head Adam Mosseri. (He also teased the feature last year.) Mosseri's demo video shows some wild examples of the effects you can try.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ai/meta-launches-a-surreal-ai-video-editor-173907584.html?src=rss

Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports and OCuLink elevate this eGPU beyond typical external GPU standardsNvidia's Ada Lovelace cards shine in this unitCompact design and bold specs make FEVM FNGT5 Pro a tempting power upgrade for PCsExternal GPUs have long served as a way to upgrade a laptop’s graphical capabilities, particularly for users whose machines lack discrete GPUs.The FNGT5 Pro from Chinese manufacturer FEVM is the latest entrant in this niche category, bringing an ambitious mix of high-end GPU options and modern connectivity features.The FNGT5 Pro supports three RTX 40-series laptop GPUs, specifically the RTX 4060, 4080, and 4090. This might raise eyebrows, but it appears to be a calculated decision to balance power and heat management within such a compact enclosure.RTX eGPU aims highMeasuring 142 x 100 x 60 mm and with a total volume of 0.86 liters, the FNGT5 Pro is compact and travel-friendly, though not quite pocket-sized.Despite its portability, the device features dual Thunderbolt 5 ports (100W upstream and 30W downstream), a high-speed USB-A port, and an OCuLink interface.Offering both Thunderbolt 5 and OCuLink sets it apart from most rivals, which typically offer just one of the two.Display connectivity is handled by HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a outputs.If you're part of the Apple ecosystem, however, don’t get too excited, you likely can’t use this eGPU with a MacBook Pro.Apple has not supported external GPUs since its transition to Apple Silicon, and even earlier Intel-based Macs were only compatible with Thunderbolt 3 eGPUs using officially supported AMD GPUs.Despite Thunderbolt 5 being theoretically backward-compatible and extremely fast, macOS lacks the driver-level support needed for Nvidia cards, especially those housed in non-certified enclosures.So, while you could physically connect the FNGT5 Pro to a MacBook via Thunderbolt, it’s highly unlikely to function as intended.As for pricing, the top-tier RTX 4090 Laptop GPU, with 16GB of memory and 9,728 CUDA cores, costs $1,374, steep, but in line with desktop equivalents.The RTX 4080, featuring 7,424 CUDA cores and 12GB of memory, is priced at $1,040, while the entry-level RTX 4060, with 3,072 CUDA cores and 8GB of RAM, comes in at $555.For users seeking the best laptop for video editing or for Photoshop, pairing a compatible system with a powerful eGPU like the FNGT5 Pro can help close the performance gap without committing to a full desktop setup.Via TomsHardwareYou might also likeCheck out the best 3D modeling software for 3D printing and moreWe've rounded up the best portable monitors available nowThis free Chrome extension makes Google way better and faster

iOS 26 adds the new Call Screening feature to iPhone The new feature automatically asks callers for a name and reason for calling, and provides a real-time transcriptNew data suggests more than 1 billion hoax calls could be interceptedA new feature in iOS 26 could block more than a billion spam calls each year, according to new data.Apple is adding a new Call Screening feature to iPhone with iOS 26, and with Call Screening enabled, your iPhone will ask for a name and reason for calling before sending the call through, building on the Live Voicemail feature added with iOS 17.Similarly to Live Voicemail, Call Screening provides a real-time transcription of the caller’s response to those initial questions, and then gives the user the choice to pick up or ignore the call.The feature will also be available in the Wi-Fi calling-enabled Phone apps coming with iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26.A billion blocked callsThe iPhone 16 family will all get Call Screening, whether its powered by Apple Intelligence or not. (Image credit: Future)Analysis by second-hand phone marketplace Compare and Recycle suggests that this could block more than a billion scam calls each year in the UK alone.Though the report provided by Compare and Recycle is UK-specific, it tracks that this figure could increase quite substantially with other countries factored in.The report estimates that the average person in the UK gets four spam calls per month. The report also estimates that just shy of 24 million people in the UK will get access to Call Screening, working out to more than 1.1 billion intercepted calls each year.Personally, I can’t stand spam calls, and there have been days – and even whole months – where I seem to get much more than the estimated four calls.Additionally, I get plenty of calls that drop as soon as I pick up, or as soon as I say something. It’s never nice to imagine that my number’s been scraped or marked as ‘active’ in a database for scammers.To be honest, the issue is so prevalent that I sometimes don’t pick up the phone at all, instead waiting for a voicemail or follow-up email to know exactly who's trying to reach me.The addition of Call Screening could see me pop the SIM card out of my trusty Oppo Find X8 Pro and back into one of the best iPhones, for the sake of using my phone as an actual phone again.With that said, the official Apple press release for iOS 26 doesn't make it clear whether Call Screening is an Apple Intelligence feature, in which case my iPhone 15 would be out of luck.WWDC saw the announcement of plenty more features for iPhone, iPad, and Mac – head over to our WWDC2025 recap for a full rundown.And be sure to let us know whether you’re looking forward to using Call Screening on your iPhone in the comments below.You might also likeOoh, shiny! I hate myself for being excited about Liquid Glass in iOS 26Android 16 is out now, but its big visual redesign might not arrive until SeptemberApple is out of surprises and focuses on making the future as clear as glass