Are you a TV watcher with commitment issues? Sling TV thinks it has the answer in the shape of its new one-day passes. The app-based alternative to traditional cable will sell you a $5 Day Pass that allows you to stream live TV (including sports)from any channel included in its Sling Orange plan for 24 hours.Sling Orange costs $46 per month and includes the likes of the Disney Channel and various … [Read more...]

Google is officially rolling out Preferred Sources, which lets you curate search results. The feature allows you to pick specific or "preferred" sources, like a certain blog or news outlet, and see them more prominently when you use Google Search. Google started testing it in June and it should be available in the coming days to English language users in the US and India.Preferred Sources seems … [Read more...]

We’ve also discovered deals on Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, a Like-New Kindle Paperwhite, and more. Aug 12, 2025, 3:00 PM UTCBrandt Ranj Brandt Ranj is a commerce reporter for The Verge writing about the best deals and gadgets. He previously wrote for Business Insider, Rolling Stone, Futurism, and Popular Science.The MacBook Pro 14 with M4 is one of our top laptop recommendations for students, and … [Read more...]

A new feature will let you pick the news outlets you see in Google Search’s top stories.Aug 12, 2025, 3:00 PM UTCEmma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO.Google is making it easier to see news from your favorite outlets. A new feature, called “preferred sources,” will let you choose … [Read more...]

A new subscription safety feature called Alert Alive can also message up to five trusted contacts.Aug 12, 2025, 3:00 PM UTCAndrew Liszewski is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid.In July, Pebblebee announced a new safety feature for its Clip location tracker. Called Alert, it turns the … [Read more...]

Self-driving truck maker Waabi has hired autonomous vehicle industry veteran and Uber Freight CEO, Lior Ron, to step in as chief operating officer, as the startup looks to scale its commercial operations ahead of its planned launch of driverless trucks on public highways later this year. Rebecca Tinucci, who previously spent six years building Tesla’s charging network before the automaker gutted … [Read more...]

Google is rolling out a new feature called “Preferred Sources” in the U.S. and India, which allows users to select their preferred choice of news sites and blogs to be shown in the Top Stories section of Google’s search results. Enabling this feature means you will see more content from the sites you like, the company says. When users search for a particular topic, they will see a “star” icon … [Read more...]

Over 7,000 Citrix NetScaler appliances remain unpatched against two critical vulnerabilities: CVE-2025-5777 and CVE-2025-6543.  Despite multiple advisories from Citrix, CISA’s KEV catalog entries, and updates from national cybersecurity agencies—including the Dutch NCSC—threat actors continue to target unmitigated devices at scale. Key Takeaways1. Over 7,000 Citrix NetScaler appliances … [Read more...]

The threat actor collective ShinyHunters has recently announced that BreachForums—one of the most prolific breeding grounds for stolen credentials and leak data—has been commandeered by international law enforcement agencies. According to Shiny from ShinyHunters, the site’s administrative controls, including the accounts “Hollow,” “ShinyHunters,” and the original “Founder,” now operate under … [Read more...]

The 115-inch TV is debuting in South Korea for over $32,000, but Samsung plans to bring it to the US.Aug 12, 2025, 2:46 PM UTCAndrew Liszewski is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid.First teased at CES 2025, Samsung has finally launched a TV featuring the company’s new Micro RGB backlight … [Read more...]

A critical security vulnerability affecting thousands of Jenkins servers worldwide has emerged as a significant threat to enterprise infrastructure. CVE-2025-53652, initially classified as medium severity, affects the widely-used Git Parameter plugin and enables attackers to execute arbitrary commands on vulnerable systems. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation in … [Read more...]

Sony launched the ULT Tower 9, ULT Tower 9AC, ULT Field 5, and ULT Field 3 speakers in India alongside the ULTMIC1 wireless microphones. The Sony ULT Tower 9 is claimed to offer a playback time of up to 25 hours, while the Tower 9AC offers a plug-and-play experience, just like the ULTMIC1 microphone. All speakers in the newly introduced series feature a dedicated 'ULT' button for bass … [Read more...]

TecSox has launched the Omega true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds in India in association with Pop UPI. The new pair of earbuds come in two colour options and feature 10mm drivers. They have an ergonomic design and support Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connectivity. The earbuds are IPX-rated for sweat and water resistance. The company claims that its new affordable TWS earbuds can deliver a maximum 30 … [Read more...]

Amazon has just dropped a trailer for the final season of Upload, the tech-centric comedy about a digital afterlife that's way too real at times (mild spoilers ahead). Created by Greg Daniels (The Office, Parks and Recreation, King of the Hill), it's set in an advanced future replete with things like holographic phones, killer self-driving cars and (killer) AI assistants. But since this advanced … [Read more...]

Nextcloud offers far more than simple file storage. It gives you complete control over your data, a wide range of customization options, and powerful collaboration tools. While Google Drive is easy to use and well integrated with other Google services, it operates entirely within Google’s infrastructure and limitations. Nextcloud puts you in charge of how and where your files are stored, how your … [Read more...]

The president’s only consistent dealmaking strategy is breaking his promises. Plus: Mia Sato talks about the Trump merch economy.Aug 12, 2025, 2:00 PM UTCTina Nguyen Tina Nguyen is a Senior Reporter for The Verge, covering the second Trump administration, political influencers, tech lobbying and Big Tech vs. Big Government.Hello there, world! Welcome to the first issue of Regulator, a newsletter … [Read more...]

A post on a prominent dark-web leak forum claims that Royal Enfield’s corporate network has suffered a “full system compromise,” with every server encrypted and all backups wiped.  The threat actor published a session ID, qTox handle, and Telegram contact, demanding an undisclosed ransom within 12 hours and inviting third-party bids for the stolen data.  Screenshots show the … [Read more...]

EntertainmentNow you can watch live sporting events and shows without signing up for a subscription.Aug 12, 2025, 1:43 PM UTCEmma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO.Sling TV has launched a new option that lets you watch live content without signing up for a streaming or cable … [Read more...]

In the early hours of August 6, 2025, Bouygues Telecom detected anomalous network traffic that signaled a sophisticated cyber intrusion. Initial forensic logs revealed that an advanced malware strain had breached perimeter defenses via a spear-phishing campaign targeting administrative credentials. This campaign exploited a zero-day vulnerability in a lesser-patched VPN gateway, enabling … [Read more...]

It's often overlooked, but in order for a computer to keep working at its best, you need to take care of it. That's true of any piece of equipment, really — improper handling leads to more wear and tear. But with computers, it's especially easy to be careless, because the kind of care you need to take isn't as physical (though you most certainly should also be careful there), and has more to do … [Read more...]