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It wasn’t space debris that struck a United Airlines plane—it was a weather balloon

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 19:54 pm

WindBorne says its balloons are compliant with all applicable airspace regulations.

NSO permanently barred from targeting WhatsApp users with Pegasus spyware

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 15:18 pm

Ruling holds that defeating end-to-end encryption in WhatsApp harms Meta's business.

Google confirms when Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 will return (Update: It’s back)

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 15:15 pm

Here's when you'll be able to install Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 again.

Why did NASA’s chief just shake up the agency’s plans to land on the Moon?

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 14:53 pm

"The president wants to make sure we beat the Chinese."

Movie night, music, and mornings: This projector aims to be your cinema and social hub

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 14:13 pm

This affordable projector doubles as a portable speaker and alarm clock.

Think you should design the Pixel 11? Google asks Pixel Superfans for help

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 14:04 pm

The Trusted Tester program looks for user feedback on new hardware.

Claude Code gets a web version—but it’s the new sandboxing that really matters

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 13:45 pm

Sandboxing lessens hassle, but fire-and-forget agentic tools still pose risks.

Google reportedly searching for 15 Pixel “Superfans” to test unreleased phones

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 13:14 pm

Selected testers will have to sign an NDA and use a disguised case.

Google is selling refurb Pixel 8 phones for $489 — but is it worth it?

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 13:08 pm

A brand-new Pixel 9a will set you back $500 at retail.

Breaking down rare earth element magnets for recycling

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 13:01 pm

New method extracts desirable elements from waste magnets using less energy and acid.

Google continues to make Sheets easier to use with latest Gemini update

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 12:26 pm

Google Sheets is making easier to get the data you need from multiple tables.

Google’s Pixel 10 can now run Linux apps better than other Android phones

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 12:20 pm

Unlike other Android phones, the Pixel 10 supports GPU-accelerated rendering for Linux apps in Android 16 QPR2.

Do animals fall for optical illusions? It’s complicated.

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 12:15 pm

Guppies are highly susceptible to the Ebbinghaus illusion. Ring doves? Not so much.

Here’s an early look at how you’ll use your Apple Watch with OxygenOS 16’s health features

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 12:11 pm

And Apple Watch support might not be the only thing arriving in the OHealth app.

SpaceX launches 10,000th Starlink satellite, with no sign of slowing down

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 11:38 am

Sunday was not a day of rest for SpaceX.

Echo Dots with Jack Skellington and Sally shell bundle drops to record-low price!

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 11:13 am

Get in the Halloween spirit with this bundle deal!

Trick-or-treaters got you spooked? This smart security camera bundle is for you

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 11:09 am

If you take two Reese's Cups I'm calling the police.

Musk’s $1 trillion Tesla pay plan draws some protest ahead of likely approval

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 10:55 am

Proxy firm says plan doesn't ensure that Musk's "focus and time remain on Tesla."

Google’s Play Store overhaul continues with work on new Expressive changes

Android Authority Oct 20, 2025 | 10:54 am

Google isn't done yet with its work on these UI tweaks.

F1 in Texas: Well, now the championship is exciting again

Ars Technica - All content Oct 20, 2025 | 07:27 am

The Circuit of the Americas was packed for the US Grand Prix.

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Serious Internets

It wasn’t space debris that struck a United Airlines plane—it was a weather balloon

NSO permanently barred from targeting WhatsApp users with Pegasus spyware

Google confirms when Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 will return (Update: It’s back)

Why did NASA’s chief just shake up the agency’s plans to land on the Moon?

Movie night, music, and mornings: This projector aims to be your cinema and social hub

Think you should design the Pixel 11? Google asks Pixel Superfans for help

Claude Code gets a web version—but it’s the new sandboxing that really matters

Google reportedly searching for 15 Pixel “Superfans” to test unreleased phones

Google is selling refurb Pixel 8 phones for $489 — but is it worth it?

Breaking down rare earth element magnets for recycling

Google continues to make Sheets easier to use with latest Gemini update

Google’s Pixel 10 can now run Linux apps better than other Android phones

Do animals fall for optical illusions? It’s complicated.

Here’s an early look at how you’ll use your Apple Watch with OxygenOS 16’s health features

SpaceX launches 10,000th Starlink satellite, with no sign of slowing down

Echo Dots with Jack Skellington and Sally shell bundle drops to record-low price!

Trick-or-treaters got you spooked? This smart security camera bundle is for you

Musk’s $1 trillion Tesla pay plan draws some protest ahead of likely approval

Google’s Play Store overhaul continues with work on new Expressive changes

F1 in Texas: Well, now the championship is exciting again