OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 Astra, the latest model to come to ChatGPT, following a self-imposed delay to help ensure its security features are used responsibly. As PCMag’s James Peckham reports, OpenAI calls Astra the “world’s most intelligent and aligned model,” claiming it’s state-of-the-art for browsing, computer use, cybersecurity, software engineering, science, and professional work. AI companies […]
If you thought last year’s $3 price hike for Apple TV meant it’d be safe from further increases, you were wrong. Apple is raising prices yet again, with the streamer now costing $2 more per month. As PCMag reports, Apple’s monthly TV subscription will now set you back $14.99, up from last year’s $12.99. A yearly subscription is also […]
Oura is facing accusations of deceiving customers about the accuracy of its sleep-tracking features on its popular smart rings. As PCMag reports, the claim comes from a proposed class action lawsuit filed on Aug. 20 by San Francisco’s Clarkson Law Firm. It accuses Oura of falsely advertising its sleep-tracking tech, saying it offers nothing more than […]
A new beer commercial is capitalizing on the AI data center backlash by proposing a novel way to cool the giant computing facilities: Why not use human urine? As PCMag reports, the beverage brands Liquid Death and Garage Beer teamed up to create the ad, which features former NFL player Jason Kelce joking about using […]
As Canada and the western U.S. grapple with some of their worst wildfires in recent history, three satellites launched into low orbit in July that were built to deliver AI-powered wildfire detection across the globe. As PCMag reports, the satellites, part of the “FireSat” initiative by the non-profit Earth Fire Alliance, can detect low-intensity fires before they are […]
Just days after an OpenAI model went rogue and hacked into Hugging Face, the company has announced it is pausing work on a separate upcoming model due to concerns that it may have gained “critical cyber capabilities.” As PCMag reports, the company says its internal evaluations found that the model, dubbed Astra, made “significant advancements in agentic coding […]
It’s time for Google to reveal its new flagship smartphones. As PCMag reports, the Pixel 11 family, which includes the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold, will be officially announced at the Aug. 12 “Made by Google” event. We’re also expecting the Pixel Watch 5 to be introduced alongside the new […]
Rockstar Games is ready to unleash an even longer trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, providing a deeper look at the much-anticipated game before its November release. But this time, the company is premiering the video exclusively on Netflix. As PCMag reports, when Rockstar announced the trailer, titled “Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look,” gamers quickly […]
Apple has issued emergency updates for macOS Sonoma, Sequoia, and Tahoe to fix a security flaw that allows attackers to use screen sharing on your computer without proper authentication. As 9to5Mac reports, the updates were pushed out on August 6. Depending on the macOS version you run, install macOS Sonoma 14.8.9, macOS Sequoia 15.7.9, or macOS Tahoe […]
Samsung’s latest earnings call was a rollercoaster ride, revealing stellar results fueled by its memory business, alongside the first-ever loss for its mobile division due to rising costs. As PCMag reports, during the call, Samsung made it clear that the company doesn’t expect the RAM crisis to improve anytime soon, given the long production times […]