FTC launches inquiry into tech companies offering AI chatbots to kids
Behemoths like Alphabet and Meta were given strict deadlines from the government agency. The Federal Trade Commission ordered seven tech companies to provide details on how they prevent their chatbots from harming children. “The FTC inquiry seeks to understand what steps, if any, companies have taken to evaluate the safety of their chatbots when acting […]
Report says Apple has secretly rolled out the best lossless Bluetooth alternative in iPhone 17 and AirPods Pro 3, but don’t expect to enjoy music on it right away
Apple’s low-latency, high quality wireless audio is here, but it’s not ready for you just yet
Google kills Weather app for Wear OS 6
See ya. Google is killing off its Weather app for Pixel smartwatches — and replacing it with a new Pixel Weather app. For the original Weather app, it will be a slow death, however. Any watch running Wear OS 6 — as well as any other OS moving forward — will …
Apple’s most basic iPad is back down to its best price ever
The entry-level model still offers a lot of bang for your buck. SAVE $150: As of Sept. 12, the 10th generation Apple iPad with WiFi connectivity and 256GB of storage is back down to $349 at Amazon. That’s 30% off its list price and matches its lowest price on record. The 10th generation Apple …
Gmail’s new ‘Purchases’ tool lets you keep tabs on online purchases
The new ‘Purchases’ tab is coming to a Gmail inbox near you soon. Gmail has a neat little feature for delivery tracking that you may have noticed before. At the top of the inbox, Google will show you packages that are set to arrive within the next 24 hours, a helpful feature for the forgetful. […]
The Nikon ZR is already great – but this SmallRig accessory turns it into the ultimate run-and-gun video camera
The first wave of Nikon ZR accessories are hitting the market, and chief among them is SmallRig’s dedicated cage kit.
Nintendo Direct September 2025 livestream: New Switch 2 games incoming
Livestream this hour-long presentation from anywhere in the world. All the focus has been on Apple this week, but forget all about those new AirPods, Apple Watches, and iPhones, because it’s time for the gamers to have their moment in the spotlight. Nintendo has finally confirmed that there will be a <a href="https://me.mashable.com/games/60804/a-whopper-of-a-nintendo-direct-is-coming-this-week-when-is-it-and-how-to-watch" …
Apple gets the green light for Hypertension Notification feature
Not a surprise, but still good news. Apple launched its new Watches – the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch SE 3 – earlier this week, but one important feature came with a asterisk. The Hypertension Notification feature, available on Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra …
‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ preorder and Mega Evolution guide
‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ launches Oct. 16, 2025. Here’s how the game works, which Mega Evolutions are confirmed, and what preorder bonuses you can claim. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the next big step for the series. It takes us back to Kalos, but not in the way you might remember. The game is set entirely in […]
‘Borderlands 4’ launch guide: Vault Hunter builds, playthrough tips, and endgame prep
‘Borderlands 4’ is out now. Here’s how to pick the best Vault Hunter, optimize your first playthrough, and prepare for the toughest endgame content. Borderlands 4 is finally here. After six years of waiting, Gearbox has returned with a looter-shooter that reimagines the series while staying true to its chaotic roots. This time, the fight […]
