JBL Grip is a $99 ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker with integrated light
JBL’s new Grip Bluetooth speaker combines 16W JBL Pro Sound, IP68 protection, a built-in light, and 12 hours of playtime for under $100.
Google shuts down false Gmail security scare (fake news)
Google is dismissing rumors of a Gmail security warning, insisting Gmail’s protections remain strong and effective.
Apple opens Hebbal store as India becomes more central to iPhone production
Apple Hebbal, Bengaluru’s first Apple Store, opens September 2 as India grows in importance to Apple’s iPhone production strategy.
Indiana University embraces ChatGPT Edu proving AI is the future of higher education
Indiana University is giving 120,000 students, faculty, and staff access to ChatGPT Edu, making it one of the largest higher-ed AI deployments in the country.
AerynOS Linux distribution delivers third release of 2025
AerynOS ends August with its third release of 2025, bringing KDE Plasma, package sets, new moss commands, and installer improvements.
ASUS ROG Falcata split gaming keyboard launches exclusively at Best Buy
ASUS ROG has launched the Falcata, a split gaming keyboard with magnetic switches and 8000Hz polling. Impressive features, but the $419.99 price may give gamers pause.
Linux Lite 7.6 arrives as Windows 10 support nears its end
Linux Lite 7.6 is out, and with Windows 10 about to lose support, it’s a timely option for PC owners seeking a free and user-friendly operating system.
Wireshark 4.4.9 update fixes SSH crash and key protocol bugs
Wireshark 4.4.9 is out with a critical SSH crash fix, improved protocol decoding, and better reliability for Cisco IOS captures.
Wine 10.14 arrives with bug fixes, updated Mono, and improved IPv6 support
Wine 10.14 arrives with 19 bug fixes, updated Mono and vkd3d components, and new IPv6 ping support, making it easier to run Windows software and games on Linux.
Vivaldi rejects AI browsers and declares browsing must stay human
Vivaldi CEO Jon von Tetzchner says the company will not add AI chatbots or summaries to its browser, warning that they strip away curiosity and harm the open web.
Libby ‘Inspire Me’ uses AI to transform library book discovery
Libby is rolling out Inspire Me, an AI-powered feature that surfaces personalized book recommendations from each library’s digital collection.
U.S. Army turns to AI to fight illegal immigration at the southern border
The U.S. Army is turning to artificial intelligence to help combat illegal immigration along the southern border. Striveworks’ AI platform will provide commanders with real-time insights to protect soldiers, track smugglers, and counter drones.