Technology
Say Hello to RatHat, a New AI-Powered Malware Invading the Android Ecosystem
There’s a frightening new digital threat that Android users should be aware of. New AI-powered malware called RatHat can automatically gain…
I Got the Inside Scoop on Apple’s New Health App, Now in Developer Beta
Last week at Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event, Dr. Sumbul Desai, Apple’s VP of Health and Fitness, announced the redesigned Health app and its…
iOS 27.2’s First Developer Beta Brings These Features to Some iPhones
Just two days after Apple released iOS 27 to the general public, the tech giant released the first developer beta for iOS 27.2. While iOS 27 brought…
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Sept. 20, #727
Looking for the most recent NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle answers? CNET publishes daily answers and hints for Wordle, The New York Times…
Breville’s Wild New Toaster Swaps the Timer for Optic Sensors to Tell When Toast Is Done
It may not seem like much, but a slice of toast is often the subtle touch a meal needs — one reason toasters remain a mainstay in many kitchens, even…
DoorDash Can Now Deliver Your Ginormous Costco Order the Same Day
Ready to get your 1-gallon jug of ketchup and 12-month supply of toilet paper delivered to your door? Starting Thursday, DoorDash will offer same-day…
Finally, You Can Paint Your Kitchen to Match Your Slow Cooker
As someone who is slowly but surely color-drenching my entire home, I’m not ashamed to admit that, yes, I would design an entire kitchen around a…
AI Firms Knew Chatbots Were an ‘Existential Threat’ to Journalists, Court Docs Show
AI companies used vast troves of published text to train their large language models, and executives at those firms were aware that doing so…
Sweeping EU Child Safety Proposal Would Transform Social Media, Online Gaming and AI Chatbots
A new proposal this week from the European Commission, if enacted, would set some of the tightest restrictions yet on technology products, from…
What Is a Smart Lock? Why I Recommend This Security Upgrade for Everyone
When I’m asked about smart home gadgets, I typically suggest people start at their front door, such as with a video doorbell or smart lock. Smart…