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The Odyssey in IMAX is worth a long journey of your own

Engadget

You owe it to yourself to see The Odyssey on the biggest screen possible. I thought was a masterpiece after seeing it projected in a typical theater on 70mm film. But that was nothing compared to IMAX. An opening shot of the Trojan Horse buried on a beach towered above the audience. An aerial view of Odysseus's cliffside home in Ithaca took my breath away.


Apple and Google ordered by San Francisco attorney to take action against 'nudify' apps

Engadget

Apple and Google ordered by San Francisco attorney to take action against'nudify' apps Apple and Google ordered by San Francisco attorney to take action against'nudify' apps Both companies were sent cease-and-desist letters regarding 13 apps on their respective stores. Apple and Google have been sent cease-and-desist letters that demand they remove AI-powered nudify apps from their respective app stores. As reported by Wired, San Francisco city attorney David Chiu ordered the two tech giants to take down a total of 13 apps that can be used to create AI-generated deepfake nude images. The letters appeal to Apple and Google to stop aiding and abetting the spread of nonconsensual intimate images, and ask them to stop working with the app developers in question. This isn't the first time Chiu has taken on deepfake platforms, having previously filed a lawsuit against 16 websites that allow users to turn images of real women and girls into pornography using AI.


5 Windows 11 features from July's update you shouldn't overlook

PCWorld

PCWorld highlights five important Windows 11 features from July 2026's update that users should pay attention to despite gradual rollout. Microsoft is implementing a staggered activation process to prevent server overload, meaning users may need patience before accessing new features. These updates include significant functionality and security improvements that enhance the Windows 11 experience once fully activated. Windows 11 got so many features and security updates this month that it's easy to overlook the most exciting ones. Here are the five most important new Windows 11 features you shouldn't miss.


Most VPN deals are fake. This ExpressVPN discount for 84% off isn't

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Most VPN deals are fake. It's 84% off and comes with 4 bonus months on top. ExpressVPN has knocked its price down to just $2.49 per month if you grab this promotion: a standard two-year plan with four extra months added on top, all for just $69.72. While plenty of VPN "sales" are smoke and mirrors, this one holds up.


Engadget Podcast: Is Siri AI actually useful in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate?

Engadget

Engadget Podcast: Is Siri AI actually useful in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate? Engadget Podcast: Is Siri AI actually useful in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate? Also, we try to make sense of OpenAI's rumored AI smart speaker. Apple finally launched the public betas for iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate and all of its other new software this week. Siri AI seems genuinely useful, and potentially less annoying to consumers than Microsoft's Copilot.


Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal review: A robot vacuum-mop that finds hidden messes

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This premium robot vacuum-mop backs up its UV stain-detection hook with strong mopping performance. The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-In-1 Vac & Mop is an excellent hard-floor maintenance robot with genuinely useful stain detection and a self-cleaning dock that reduces the dirty work. It's easiest to recommend at its sale price, especially for homes where mopping matters more than carpet or pet-hair pickup. In my house, we clean our hard floors in two different ways.


I've used this 140 Brother printer for years. It's the only one you need

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. I've used this $140 Brother printer for years. It's the only one you need It even supports third-party toner refills. I remember a dream of the 90s and 2000s: the "paperless office" where you could handle everything with email. That, um, didn't pan out.


This laptop accessory comes with me every time I travel

PCWorld

PCWorld highlights laptop stands as essential travel accessories that significantly improve ergonomics by reducing neck, back, and shoulder pain from hunching over screens. These portable stands enhance laptop cooling and airflow, leading to better performance and extended battery life during extended work sessions. Quality options are surprisingly affordable, with many effective models available for just $20-$30, making them accessible investments for any laptop user. One of my favorite PC accessories is small enough to toss in any backpack yet makes using your laptop cooler, quieter and more comfortable. You can pay $50 or more for a good one, but a cheap model can be yours for less than the cost of a fancy coffee.


Still paying for daily puzzles? Try these free alternatives instead

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. These are my favorite free Crossword and Sudoku apps for desktop, mobile, and even multiplayer sessions with friends. If you enjoy the daily ritual of solving a crossword over your morning coffee or, like me, squeezing in a Sudoku during your break, you don't need an expensive subscription. These puzzle apps and sites are completely free and I don't miss my old subscription services at all. For solo solving, I haven't found anything better than the Omni Crosswords app. It offers a fresh daily crossword in a clean, ad-free interface that works well on both desktop and mobile.


Valve Steam Machine Review: A Compromised Console

WIRED

Great for indie darlings, but Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo remain kings of TV gaming. Linux-based desktop is clean, accessible, and intuitive. Fundamentally cannot deliver 4K quality gaming. Immediately feels like it needs an upgrade. From the moment it was unveiled, the new Steam Machine has been a captivating proposition for gamers.