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• Urgent: Why you need to update all your iPhones, iPads, and Macs right now (zdnet.com)
  This is a big one. You need to update them all, and update them all now.
• Phantasy Star Universe to start free open beta on the 11th (arstechnica.com)
  If you want to try the online component of Phantasy Star Universe, here is …
• GM’s new adapters reflect the increasingly confused reality of EV charging (theverge.com)
  GM introduced three new EV charging adapters for home and public charging. But while the added flexibility is important, the growing number…
• Xbox’s cross-device play history syncs your recently played games on every screen (theverge.com)
  Your recent games list on Xbox consoles, PC, or handheld will remain consistent across platforms, and now includes cloud titles too.
• Telstra InfraCo opens up 'carrier-neutral data centres' in Sydney and Melbourne (zdnet.com)
  Data centres previously used for Telstra equipment are now set to work with other providers.
• PS3 preorders start tomorrow (arstechnica.com)
  The Internet (and everyone with my cell phone number) seems to the think …
• Google’s Pixel Care Plus includes free screen and battery repair (theverge.com)
  Google Pixel Care Plus offers free screen and battery repairs as well as loss and theft coverage.
• Eftpos QR code payments tech is ready for action (zdnet.com)
  The company is gearing up to go live with its QR payments system in August, shutting down concerns it won't be able to compete in a 'tap an…
• Let's rant about the Battlefield 2142 demo for a while, shall we? (arstechnica.com)
  EA drops another Battlefield game, and by all accounts, it definitely has that …
• LG confirms it will sell iPhones at South Korean stores (zdnet.com)
  Much to the ire of Samsung, LG will begin selling iPhones at its stores in South Korea starting next month.
• IE7 will be here soon. Are your applications ready? (arstechnica.com)
  With Internet Explorer 7's final release right around the corner, Microsoft is …
• A new pair of Powerbeats. (theverge.com)
  Apple just released a video teasing the Powerbeats Fit, and they look a bit like the Beats Fit Pro launched in 2021. The video doesn’t reve…
• Intel says it received $5.7 billion from the US government. (theverge.com)
  During a conference on Thursday, Intel CFO David Zinsner confirmed receiving the investment as part of the US government’s plan to take a 1…
• If you can't take the heat, cool down your MacBook Pro (arstechnica.com)
  Lower your MacBook Pro temperatures and save your legs from overheating!
• Digital Right to Repair Coalition warns repair monopolies are pervasive and unavoidable (zdnet.com)
  Repair.org said it is concerning that it is no longer possible to avoid repair monopolies.
• RMIT partners with Intel and AARNet for new AWS cloud supercomputing facility (zdnet.com)
  The Melbourne-based university is hoping to drive innovation at scale with its new cloud supercomputing facility.
• Enterprise data breach cost reached record high during COVID-19 pandemic (zdnet.com)
  IBM research estimates that the average data breach now costs upward of $4 million.
• Microsoft AI launches its first in-house models (theverge.com)
  Microsoft has launched two new AI models that put it in the running to compete with OpenAI, which it has poured billions into.
• MacAddict/Mac (arstechnica.com)
  The folks at MacAddict had no idea that the rebranding scheme would come to …
• Microsoft fires two more employees for participating in Palestine protests on campus (theverge.com)
  Two other employees were fired last night in connection the protest inside the office of Microsoft president Brad Smith.
• Google launches Official Google Mac Blog (arstechnica.com)
  The Mac folks at Google weren't content sharing a blog with their PC-using …
• Google adds iPhone-like ‘Calling Cards’ to its Phone app (theverge.com)
  Google’s Phone app is adding “Calling Cards” that let you customize the appearance of contact screens for incoming calls.
• What's in your (Mac Pro) box? Different optical drives, it seems. (arstechnica.com)
  If you own a Mac Pro, this might be of note to you. You could have a different …
• WeChat pauses registration of new users in China to comply with local laws (zdnet.com)
  People living in China will not be able to register new accounts on WeChat until early August as the app undergoes technical changes to com…
• Google buys YouTube (arstechnica.com)
  Unlikely deals sometimes do happen, as evidenced by this evening's Google …
• Australia's digital minister avoiding legislating AI ethics and will remain voluntary framework (zdnet.com)
  Minister for Superannuation, Financial Services and the Digital Economy Jane Hume said she's reluctant for the country's AI ethics framewor…
• This liquid-cooled projector promises an incredibly bright 6,200 lumen image (theverge.com)
  The Dangbei S7 Ultra Max seems to be getting a global launch next week.
• What’s really happening with the hires at Meta Superintelligence Labs (theverge.com)
  After a massive hiring spree at Meta Superintelligence Labs, the question is whether Zuckerberg will be able to keep the new staffers from…
• 360 racing wheel shootout (arstechnica.com)
  You have your racing game, so which wheel should you buy?
• We’re all trying to find the guy who did this. (theverge.com)
  Taco Bell’s attempt to roll out an AI assistant across hundreds of drive-thrus has gotten off to a rocky start, but at least it’s given us…
• Facebook recalls and pauses Oculus Quest 2 sales to address 'mild skin irritation' issue (zdnet.com)
  Starting August 24, all Oculus Quest 2 headsets will come with a silicone cover.
• New AI tools aim to improve live-stream content moderation (zdnet.com)
  Expanded partnership between The Meet Group and Spectrum Labs also includes new applications of algorithmic content moderation across live…
• If the ESRB is indeed broken, what will fix it? (arstechnica.com)
  Next-gen.biz columnist has some ideas for better game ratings. They're bad and …
• AI fish tank. (theverge.com)
  Dangbei is launching the Smart Fish Tank 1 Ultra at the IFA show in Berlin next week. Here’s all the company is willing to say for now: > A…
• Guitar Hero 2 demo out in the wild (arstechnica.com)
  The Official Playstation Magazine should be available with the Guitar Hero 2 …
• Microsoft: Component shortages not going away any time soon (zdnet.com)
  Microsoft officials are warning ongoing component shortages have affected and will continue to impact its Windows, Surface and Xbox console…
• Lenovo leaks show concept laptop with rotating display (theverge.com)
  The screen reportedly swivels between landscape and portrait modes.
• Apple says supply constraints to worsen this quarter, impact iPhone sales (zdnet.com)
  The global supply chain crunch will have an even greater negative impact on the company this quarter, said CFO Luca Maestri.
• Crawl the Web with your fingers (arstechnica.com)
  A new biometric authentication system allows users to access websites using …
• Microsoft says LinkedIn is now a $10 billion business (zdnet.com)
  LinkedIn is now a $10 billion source of annual revenue in its own right, as are gaming and security, according to Microsoft officials.
• New "Get A Mac" ads posted (arstechnica.com)
  Three new ads get posted to Apple's "Get A Mac" website, one of which …
• The Pixel 10’s AI screamed at us (theverge.com)
  On The Vergecast: Pixel 10 AI features, Dish’s disaster, Intel’s ownership, Elon’s lawsuit, and more.
• Blizzard’s Diablo team has unionized (theverge.com)
  Over 450 devs have organized across multiple departments, following similar action from World of Warcraft staffers.
• Target wants cheaper DVDs, "level playing field" with online movie sellers (arstechnica.com)
  You know movie downloads are about to take off when the two largest retailers …
• Steam users in the UK will need a credit card to access ‘mature content’ games (theverge.com)
  Valve has started rolling out age verification checks for Steam users in the UK. Brits will need a credit card on their Steam account to ac…
• Google announces new bug bounty platform (zdnet.com)
  The platform includes a new "Bug Hunter University."
• Australia Post overhauling event management platform to improve parcel tracking (zdnet.com)
  Australia Post has decided to take a cloud-native approach to replacing its current event platform.
• Apple FYQ3 crushes expectations: $81.4 billion revenue, $1.30 EPS; shares sag (zdnet.com)
  Apple said global supply constraints will especially hit iPhone production this quarter.
• Big == Secure (maybe) (arstechnica.com)
  Giant lasers offer an alternative to quantum key distribution.
• Who will be the next CEO of Apple Computer? (arstechnica.com)
  Rumors of health and stock scandal demise aside, sooner or later someone will …