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WhatsApp’s AI-powered photo expansion tool starts rolling out on iOS
Select WhatsApp users on TestFlight and in the main app are now seeing the option to expand an image in the app’s photo editor. Here are the details. more…
Report: iPad shipments drop 27.5% as global tablet market plunges in Q3
Despite global iPad shipments dropping 27.5% year-over-year in the third calendar quarter, Apple maintained its lead in the tablet market, according to a new report released today. Here are the details. more…
Apple expected to bid for F1 streaming rights in more countries, says Formula 1 CEO
Starting this year, Apple has exclusive streaming rights for Formula 1 racing in the United States, which sees every race stream on Apple TV. Both Apple and the league have proudly reported a very positive response in terms of viewership and subscriber acquisition, although they...
Blue Origin says it is building a higher-performing rocket engine at 1/4 the cost
"This is going to be a game-changer."
The New York Times reportedly in talks to buy Letterboxd for $330 million
Letterboxd, an online platform for movie lovers, has grown dramatically in recent years.
Meta, Google, and TikTok sue California AG over teen social media law
If it goes into effect next year, this California law would restrict social media access for children under 16.
Meet *sshole, the vulnerability that lets hackers SSH into Linux devices
Certain configurations of Alpine are affected. Other distros may be as well.
6 Best VPN Services (2026), Tested and Reviewed
Every VPN says it’s the best, but only some of them are telling the truth.
NASA unveils mysterious X-70 experimental aircraft using AI-generated image
NASA’s X-70 Fractal announcement comes as agency aims to grow X-plane fleet.
Airbnb says it’s launching an AI travel agent in the first half of 2027
Airbnb says its upcoming AI agent will help travelers plan trips, compare options, manage bookings, and get assistance throughout their stay.
The 7 Best Early Black Friday TV Deals (2026)
I found discounts of up to half off some of the top WIRED-tested TVs.
Report: Apple captured half of global smartphone revenue in Q3
According to a new report from Counterpoint Research, Apple just recorded its highest-ever global smartphone revenue for a third calendar quarter. Here are the details. more…