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Vintage Macintosh programming books resurfaces online
A newly digitised library of more than 150 vintage Macintosh programming books, dating back to 1983, is now available online. It includes titles such as Apple’s ‘Inside Macintosh X Ref’ and Dan Shafer’s ‘Artificial Intelligence Programming on the Macintosh.’
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From college dropout to the youngest self-made billionaire: Lucy Guo, co-founder of Scale AI, reveals her unconventional journey
Her story underscores the tension between traditional expectations and the risk-taking mindset common among Silicon Valley entrepreneurs. Despite her parents’ initial disappointment, Guo’s decision to drop out of Carnegie Mellon and back herself has paid off, establishing her as one of the youngest billionaires in the world.
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Apple’s FastVLM video captioning model now runs directly in your browser
Apple’s FastVLM video captioning model can now be tested in-browser via Hugging Face. The lighter 0.5B version runs locally, processes video in real time, and highlights Apple’s push for fast, private, on-device AI.
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Apple risks losing 30% of iPhone users to foldable Galaxy and Pixel phones: Report
If a foldable iPhone is delayed until next year, 20.1% of respondents say they would consider switching to a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold or Flip, while 10.2% would move to a Pixel foldable.
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China enforces mandatory labels for AI-generated content across social media platforms
China’s biggest social platforms — from WeChat to Douyin — have begun adding mandatory labels to AI-generated posts, part of a sweeping law that took effect this week. The move is aimed at curbing misinformation and increasing transparency as generative AI floods digital spaces.
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Samsung expands One UI 8 beta to more Galaxy phones ahead of stable Android 16 rollout
The One UI 8 beta initially launched with the Galaxy S25 series and extended to additional devices last month. While Samsung has confirmed that stable updates for some models will begin this month, beta updates are set to continue for a while longer.
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Apple pushes suppliers to adopt robotics for manufacturing
The move is reportedly aimed at reducing dependence on human labour, ensuring consistent product quality across facilities, and lowering long-term production costs amid efforts to diversify manufacturing beyond China.
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7 ChatGPT prompts that may help save you money while booking flights
Travellers are using ChatGPT to slash flight costs by uncovering hidden routes, budget airlines, and smarter booking strategies. It’s not perfect — but it can reframe how you search. ChatGPT won’t replace tools like Skyscanner or Google Flights. But with ticket prices staying high, it’s becoming a handy add-on for travellers looking to fly smarter, cheaper, and with a few new tricks up their sleeve.
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Sony PlayStation: Why you won’t see ABXY buttons in game controllers…
Unlike most controllers that use ABXY buttons, PlayStation opted for X, circle, square, and triangle to create memorable, meaningful, and distinct controls. Original designer Taiyo Goto’s choices, supported by Sony president Norio Ohga, have endured across decades of PlayStation consoles.
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Mark Zuckerberg’s 80% rule: How leaving space on your calendar can boost productivity and prevent burnout
Leaving 20% of your calendar open, as Mark Zuckerberg does, can boost creativity, reduce stress, and improve productivity.
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Battlefield 6 drops ray tracing to boost performance for more players
Battlefield 6 will launch without ray tracing to ensure smooth performance across PCs and consoles, prioritising accessibility over advanced graphics. Beta testers report strong visuals and gameplay despite the omission.
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Halo X: AI smart glasses that record everything and promise “infinite memory”
Halo X smart glasses aim to enhance memory and intelligence by recording and analysing conversations in real time.
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eSIM scam in India: How criminals hijack numbers and steal money; follow these tips to protect yourself
Criminals in India are hijacking eSIMs to steal money in minutes. Users should be cautious of fake links, protect OTPs, and treat any SIM swap request with scepticism.
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Nvidia says two unnamed customers made up 39% of Q2 revenue
Nvidia says two unnamed customers accounted for 39% of its Q2 revenue. Analysts warn of risks but highlight that strong spending from cash-rich buyers will likely continue.
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ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude struggle with suicide questions, reveals study
A RAND Corporation study published in Psychiatric Services has found ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude inconsistent in handling suicide-related questions. While the highest-risk prompts were generally refused, inconsistencies in less direct queries raise safety concerns.
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Nvidia launches Jetson AGX Thor ‘robot brain’ for $3,499 as it targets robotics growth
Described by Nvidia as a “robot brain,” the Jetson Thor will also be available in production-ready Thor T5000 modules once companies complete their prototypes.
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German court rules Apple cannot label Watch as carbon neutral
Each aluminium Apple Watch Series 9 and Series 10, which were marketed as carbon neutral, produces just over eight kilograms of carbon emissions. Apple offsets these emissions through carbon credit purchases.
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Why AI researcher Rishabh Agarwal quit Meta’s Superintelligence Lab after getting $1 million salary package
Rishabh Agarwal has quit Meta’s Superintelligence Lab just five months after joining, despite being hired on a million-dollar salary. He said he is taking on a new kind of risk, citing Mark Zuckerberg’s own words on risk-taking. His departure follows other high-profile exits from the team.
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Analyst predicts ‘tempered’ response for iPhone 17 Air, here's why
Apple confirmed the September 9 event, titled “Awe Dropping.” The company is expected to unveil the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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Google’s Quick Share may soon let Android users send files to iPhones
Quick Share, initially launched as Nearby Share in 2020, enables fast, wireless transfers over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth without an internet connection.
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YouTube launches ‘Hype’ feature globally to support smaller creators
Viewers can hype up to three videos per week for a creator of their choice. Each hype earns points that contribute to a ranked leaderboard, accessible in the Explore menu.
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Anthropic launches Claude AI agent for Chrome: What it means for users
The extension allows users to interact with Claude in a sidecar window that keeps track of everything happening in their browser. I
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Spotify rolls out messaging to boost social interaction within the app
Until now, Spotify users have shared links to music and podcasts mainly via other platforms. The new feature encourages interaction within the app.
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Twitch viewership drops sharply after crackdown on viewbotting
Twitch’s latest update has revealed widespread viewbotting, leading to a 5–22% drop in viewership across the platform. Industry figures point to both major creators and agencies as key offenders, contradicting Twitch’s claims that the issue was limited to smaller streamers.
