Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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droid-life.com Tech ·
Google Gives You 1 Day to Get Their Pixel 11 Launch Deals
For those looking for a straight Pixel 11 discount, I still think this deal we shared with you earlier is the one to jump on. That gets you $150 off with code, plus you get a gift card to spend on other stuff. But that's mostly for people without a trade-in. Google is running a really great...
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theguardian.com Tech ·
Champions League 2026-27 league phase draw: Arsenal to play Real Madrid, Manchester City face PSG and Barça – live reaction
Follow live updates from the main group phase draw with John Ashdown
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arstechnica.com Tech ·
How OpenAI let a mob of LLM agents game a test and ransack Hugging Face
Without authorization, 1,200 OpenAI agents conspired among themselves to game a test.
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today.com Tech ·
A Cardiologist’s No. 1 Rule for Healthy Eating Is Avoiding This Food: ‘I Don’t Touch It’
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals what he eats for heart health and the foods he urges patients to stop eating. If you eat them, “you’re in a bad way,” he says.
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techcrunch.com Tech ·
AI's memory crunch is coming for Android apps | TechCrunch
Google is setting new memory-use limits for Android apps as AI data centers contribute to hardware shortages that could leave lower-cost phones with less memory.
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androidcentral.com Tech ·
The Galaxy S27 and S27 Pro just leaked, and one of them looks seriously lazy
Leaked renders of the base Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27 Pro reveal Samsung's full design strategy for its 2027 flagship lineup.
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theconversation.com Tech ·
‘Mad honey’ that can stop your heart is now being sold online worldwide
The honey is being exported without the knowledge of the honey harvesters that keeps consumers safe.
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AI slopper in chief: Trump turns to social media amid tough questions
As the US president struggles to end his Iran war, and approval ratings hit new lows, he leans on a familiar gambit
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nintendoeverything.com Tech ·
Video: Elden Ring Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 graphics comparison
Elden Ring is launching imminently on Nintendo Switch 2, and we’re now able to get a better look at how it compares to the PS5 release with a graphics comparison video. Much has been made of the Nintendo Switch 2 version going back to last year. Out of the gate, the title seemed to struggle with performance. FromSoftware definitely made...
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gizchina.com Tech ·
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Officially Debuts with One UI 9 and Exynos 2500
Samsung launches the Galaxy S26 FE featuring a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Exynos 2500, and the debut of One UI 9 based on Android 17, starting at $699.99.
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9to5google.com Tech ·
Android 17 boosts network security by hiding domain names, lets carriers disable 2G
Google is out with a blog post today recapping new network security measures in Android 17. These four features...
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cnet.com Tech ·
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE Has Flagship Features, but It’s Harder to Call It a Bargain - CNET
Samsung's best software features from 2026 are coming to the lower-cost S26 FE -- but at $700, it's certainly not cheap.
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pushsquare.com Tech ·
Is Forza Horizon 6 on PS5 Still on Course for Release in 2026?
Late drive
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Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them
It just felt like the right thing to do."
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popsci.com Tech ·
Neck fans might look goofy, but tests show they work surprisingly well
The wearable might just do the trick in stuffy offices.
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theatlantic.com Tech ·
Not American Enough
GOP lawmakers are pushing to restrict the rights of naturalized and dual citizens—including their ability to run for office.
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gizmodo.com Tech ·
Samsung's Revised Odyssey Monitors Opt for Excess in Every Direction
A new super-speedy Odyssey OLED G9 ultrawide is somehow less exciting than a ‘triple-mode’ monitor.
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Google Play mandating reduced memory usage & seamless device migration in 2027
In response to “hardware supply constraints that are altering device memory,” Google aims to reduce the memory usage of Android apps.
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mashable.com Tech ·
GTA 6 Netflix extended look: What time it releases today
We might finally see some non-leaked gameplay, maybe.
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gameinformer.com Tech ·
Elden Ring On Switch 2 – The Worst Way To Play The Best Game
Elden Ring on Switch 2 gets the job done admirably, but it is the inferior version of a fantastic game. - Game Informer
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dazeddigital.com Tech ·
GTAVI: An exclusive deep dive into the video game of the decade
On par with a wonder of the modern world, the pressure on Grand Theft Auto VI to deliver the holy grail of gaming is enormous – we talk to Rockstar’s epic team of creative talents to uncover its secrets
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nintendolife.com Tech ·
Video: Here's Your Best Look At Mega Man: Dual Override Running On Switch 2
Almost 10 minutes of raw gameplay
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gamedeveloper.com Tech ·
Playdate maker Panic is refunding tariff fees to customers
Panic is refunding customers who purchased a Playdate device and paid a 19 percent fee imposed by the now-rescinded US tariffs.
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blog.google Tech ·
Our Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep is here
Level up your sleep routine with the Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep, which makes tracking your sleep more fun.
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theverge.com Tech ·
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE pairs last year’s hardware with last month’s software
At least it comes in the Z Fold 8’s popular pistachio color.
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ign.com Tech ·
Xbox's 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Console Price and Release Date Revealed, Comes With Halo: Campaign Evolved
Xbox has revealed the price and release date for its 25th anniversary limited edition console, and it comes with a free game too.
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purexbox.com Tech ·
Fable Looks Absolutely Incredible In New 18-Minute Quest Gameplay
It's got Game of the Year written all over it
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Hugging Face’s new robot is an adorable rollerskating duck
You can retrain the Microduck to learn new tricks.
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Plaud's new earphones come with an eSIM-enabled case for talking to AI agents | TechCrunch
Plaud's new 'agentic' earbuds are priced at $249.
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windowslatest.com Tech ·
Microsoft's latest AI rebrand beats its own history of terrible rebrands, renaming Microsoft 365 Roadmap to "AI at Work"
If you use Microsoft 365 and want to know what’s coming next, what would you search for on Google/Bing? Microsoft 365 Roadmap, right? Wrong. Microsoft now wants you to search for “AI at Work Roadmap,” as it “centralizes AI innovations” across products like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Outlook. I use Microsoft 365 products all the […]
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
Here’s Mega Man: Dual Override running on Nintendo Switch 2 | VGC
From our brief demo, Mega Man’s return is looking promising…
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nintendolife.com Tech ·
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed
It's a big one!
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macrumors.com Tech ·
Apple Event Logo Hints at Two iPhone 18 Pro Features
Apple's logo for its upcoming September 9 "Surprise and shine" event hints at two rumored iPhone 18 Pro features, including new color options and a new camera system. Apple fans often like to read into Apple's event invite graphics for clues about unreleased products, and this year Bloomberg's Mark Gurman is also taking part in the fun on Twitter (X).
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Of course Samsung made a 1,100Hz gaming monitor
Does it actually make a difference?
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independent.co.uk Tech ·
Tim Curry: Mischievous screen star with a grin worth a thousand words
The actor, who has died at the age of 80, will be remembered by fans of many ages for wildly varied performances in films including ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’, ‘Clue’, ‘It’ and ‘Home Alone 2’, writes Kevin E G Perry
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androidpolice.com Tech ·
Android 17 is rolling out to over 50 Motorola phones: Here’s the full list and all the features
The Motorola Edge 2025 tops the list
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windowslatest.com Tech ·
Forgot to shut down your Windows 11 PC? Your phone will soon do it for you
Windows Latest found hidden strings inside the Link to Windows app revealing remote shutdown, restart, and sleep controls for your PC.
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aljazeera.com Tech ·
Six months of the Iran war – as told through Trump’s social media posts
How a war was announced, prosecuted, declared won, negotiated and then reopened, all in the president's own words.
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androidpolice.com Tech ·
Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals the 7,000mAh battery Samsung reportedly rejected
We can always dream
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sammobile.com Tech ·
Samsung appears to have fixed Galaxy S26 Ultra’s display red tint issue
The latest Galaxy S26 Ultra update brings the August 2026 security patch and seems to fix display red tint issue.
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Motorola details Android 17 update that you might get eventually
Motorola is bad at updates, but at least they arrive eventually. This week, Motorola is detailing its Android 17 update...
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New Galaxy S25 update brings August 2026 security patch
Samsung has released a software update for the Galaxy S25 series. It brings the August 2026 security patch.
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Three things that can speed up the new Spotlight indexing - 9to5Mac
Apple has explained how Spotlight indexing works across its devices, including three things it says can help the process finish more quickly.
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forbes.com Tech ·
Galaxy S27 Release Date: New Images Confirm Samsung's Big Redesign
Evidence is stacking that Samsung is not only launching an entirely new "Pro" model, we also have new details and images of the phone, alongside the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
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cbsnews.com Tech ·
Nepal flood death toll surges as 65 Americans listed among hundreds of people still missing
Hundreds of people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
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75% of US Adults Aren't Interested in a Foldable iPhone
Three out of four U.S. adults say they have no interest in buying a foldable iPhone, according to a new survey from CNET. CNET's survey was conducted online by YouGov between August 13 and 17, polling 2,605 U.S. adults. It found that 75% are not interested in an Apple foldable device, and those who are would not pay anywhere near the rumored $2,000+ price. Interest is low across every generation surveyed.
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npr.org Tech ·
Jon Ossoff, usually a head down senator, has found a formula to excite Democrats
Ossoff should be among the most vulnerable Senate incumbents this year. Instead, the Georgia Democrat has opened a steady lead in polls and is increasingly seen as a potential 2028 contender.
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gematsu.com Tech ·
Danganronpa 2×2 Switch 2 physical edition shifts to game-key card format
The physical edition of Danganronpa 2×22 for Switch 2, which was previously planned to release as a full game card, will now release on a game-key card in all regions including North America a…
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nofilmschool.com Tech ·
GoPro Officially Launches its MISSION 1 PRO ILS and New MISSION Monitor App
The GoPro MISSION 1 PRO ILS, the world’s smallest and perhaps most rugged compact cinema camera with interchangeable lenses, is now available for pre-order.
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appleinsider.com Tech ·
Leakers show off purported iPhone Ultra motherboards
Apple has kept iPhone Ultra production details under lock and key better than it did with the iPhone Air, but at last there's a component leak. Or an over-detailed hoax.