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Neowin Explains How to Identify Hidden Third-Party Services on Windows PCs
A new guide reveals methods for discovering background services on Windows systems that users may not realize are actively running on their machines.
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Ithaca Holdings in Advanced Talks to Take Bumble Private at $1 Billion Valuation
Dating app Bumble is in advanced discussions to be acquired by a new private equity firm for approximately $1 billion, with founder Whitney Wolfe Herd expected to remain involved.
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Google Play offers discounts on Friend of a Slime, CHUCHEL and other apps
Monday’s Google Play deals include price cuts for several mobile games and apps, alongside Samsung and LG hardware promotions.
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IonQ to Acquire Zero Trust Vendor Elisity in $1.3 Billion All-Stock Deal
Quantum computing firm IonQ signed an agreement to buy Elisity, combining zero-trust access controls with post-quantum cryptography offerings.
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Google rolls out first 2026 update for Chromecast with Google TV (4K)
The build bumps the Android security patch level to August 2026 for the 4K device, while the HD variant receives no new release today.
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Meta Muse Wonder Full Matches Sonnet 5.5 on Artificial Analysis Benchmark
Meta’s new Muse Wonder Full model scores 56 on the Intelligence Index, matching Sonnet 5.5 and surpassing Fable 5.1 at maximum reasoning effort.
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Pew Research finds majority of US adults refuse to use AI chatbots
Survey data shows 51% of Americans avoid chatbots, citing lack of interest rather than technical difficulty or social stigma as primary barriers.
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Hello Games to launch No Man's Sky on iOS devices on October 28 with reduced size
The procedural space exploration title arrives on Apple mobile devices next month with a file size under 4GB and no multiplayer features.
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Apple to Unveil HomeView Hub and New Accessories at Welcome Home Event
Apple plans to debut its long-rumored HomeView home hub alongside other smart home accessories at an upcoming product launch event tomorrow.
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Getty Images to go private in restructuring backed by family and Koch Equity
Getty Images secures creditor support for a restructuring plan that will take the company private, with the Getty family and Koch Equity committing to invest up to $533 million.
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NHTSA Reviews Tesla Robotaxi Speeding Claims in School Zones
The US safety regulator opened a defect petition review into reports that Tesla’s driverless vehicles exceeded speed limits in active school zones.
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Google adds metal mesh bands and health features to Fitbit Air
Google introduces a premium metal mesh band option for the Fitbit Air alongside expanded automatic activity tracking and monthly health reports.
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CMMC Level 2 sets 88-point minimum score and strict implementation mandates for contractors
New rules under DFARS 252.204-7021 require defense contractors to implement specific high-value controls or face contract ineligibility.
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Apple Opens iPhone Duo Pre-Order Setup Ahead of Friday Launch
Customers can now configure iPhone Duo orders online to expedite checkout when pre-sales begin on October 16.
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Ahold Delhaize Takes Systems Offline After Cybersecurity Incident
The global retail giant confirmed it is isolating network segments to contain a security issue, while physical stores remain open for customers.
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Cloudflare Logpush Adds SQL Transformers for Real-Time Data Redaction and Filtering
Cloudflare has integrated SQL-based Transformers into Logpush, enabling teams to filter, reshape, and redact log data before it is exported to external destinations.
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Googlebooks Laptops Face Connectivity and Stability Issues in Early Reviews
Early hands-on testing of Googlebooks laptops reveals severe connectivity flaws and software instability that affect core productivity software performance.
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Global smartphone shipments drop 20% in Q3 2026 as Apple hits 22% share
Counterpoint Research data shows a 14-year low in global Q3 shipments driven by memory shortages, while Apple’s market share reached 22 percent.
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Apple Launches Indie Games Week on App Store With Seven New Titles
Apple highlights seven upcoming indie games during its App Store celebration, featuring titles like Sifu and No Man’s Sky.
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Hello Games brings No Man's Sky to iOS with October 28 release date
The sci-fi exploration game arrives on iPhone and iPad with full single-player content, excluding multiplayer and settlements at launch.
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Android flagships may feature built-in cooling fans for peak chip performance
Reporters note that smartphone manufacturers are exploring integrated active fans to manage heat and sustain high performance in upcoming Android devices.
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Nothing Begins Stable Android 17 Rollout for Phone (3)
Nothing has launched the stable version of its operating system update for its flagship device, following a beta testing period.
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Google launches Fitbit Edge, a slim smartwatch priced at $180
The new wearable bridges the gap between the Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air, offering GPS and a touchscreen in a thinner aluminum frame.
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OnePlus launches 16 in China with 9000mAh battery and 185Hz display
The OnePlus 16 debuts in China featuring a massive silicon-carbon battery, a high-refresh OLED screen, and upgraded cameras, marking the brand's first flagship since exiting Western markets.