September 5, 2026
Minnesota nudification law survives xAIs request for a legal injunction
Minnesota has temporarily won the right to sue companies for up to $500,000 for every "nudification" enabled by artificial intelligence.The District Court of Minnesota has rejected the efforts of Elon Musk's xAI to seek an injunction to suspend the law until a court could hear its constitutional cha
September 5, 2026
Rogue AI agents commandeered German website and used it as a messaging board
AI's ability to circumvent safety restrictions, collude to achieve common goals, and escape containment should raise serious alarm bells.In the latest incident of AI malfeasance, rogue AI agents were caught taking control of a German-language wiki site, DseWiki, and using it as a kind of messaging
September 5, 2026
The 6 best laptops for college students at school this fall
We reviewed the best laptops for college students going back to school this fall, including the top MacBooks and Windows PCs.Here at Mashable, we're constantly reviewing the best laptops based on an exhaustive in-house methodology that combines real-world use with performance benchmarking. In the pa
September 5, 2026
Review: Google Pixel 11 Pro HiLight is a dud, but the cameras make up for it
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is probably the best smartphone to get in the new lineup thanks to its stellar camera array.Google didn't really bring the heat with most of the Pixel 11 lineup this year. The base Pixel model and the foldable Pixel 11 Pro Fold are both totally fine, but they don't stand out
September 5, 2026
5 Siri AI and iOS 27 features we’re looking forward to
iOS 27 and Siri AI will be launching soon. After testing the iOS 27 beta, here are the features we're most looking forward to.We are just days away from Apple's big September iPhone event. That means that along with new iPhones, the official launch of iOS 27 is just around the corner.Even if you're
September 5, 2026
Why pick one? Own ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for just $69.97 with this Labor Day sale.
Get lifetime access to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and more AI tools with 1min.AI for just $69.97 through Sept. 10.TL;DR: Through Sept. 10, get a lifetime 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan for $69.97 (reg. $540), with tools for AI chat, writing, images, PDFs, documents, audio, video, and more.
September 5, 2026
This $40 AI tool could turn your side-hustle idea into an actual app
Swiftspeed AI App Builder turns ideas and websites into iOS, Android, and web apps without coding, with three years of Pro access for $39.99.TL;DR: Swiftspeed AI App Builder helps you create iOS, Android, and web apps without coding, and three years of Pro access is on sale for $39.99 (reg. $432).
September 5, 2026
40+ Labor Day deals: We found limited-time deals on TVs, mattresses, Apple, and more to shop this weekend
Labor Day deals from top brands like Apple, Ninja, TCL, Ruggable, Bose, and more are already live Best Labor Day 2026 deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB)
September 5, 2026
The 5 best new tech products weve seen at IFA 2026
IFA 2026 is underway with major brands like DJI, Dreame, EcoFlow, and Xiaomi.For a handful of days each year, Berlin turns into the tech capital of the world. This year, IFA has close to 2,000 brands showcasing the latest technology from air fryers to robot lawn mowers to sleep earbuds and, of cours
September 5, 2026
Get a refurbished MacBook Air with a Retina display for $268
Get a refurbished 2018 MacBook Air with an Intel Core i5 processor and Retina display for $267.99.TL;DR: This refurbished 2018 MacBook Air with a 13-inch Retina display and Intel Core i5 processor is on sale for $267.99 (reg. $1,399). Opens in a new window
September 5, 2026
Ecovacs new flagship robot vacuum is certified to remove 97% of dust mite allergens — save $300 with launch offer
Ecovacs' new Deebot X12S robot vacuum is SGS-certified to remove 97% of dust mite allergens from carpet — and it's $300 off at launch.SAVE $300: Ecovacs' new flagship, the Deebot X12S OmniCyclone, is certified to remove 97% of dust mite allergens from the carpet. It self-washes, self-empties, and mo
September 5, 2026
T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17 for free — how to claim this weekend
How to get free iPhone. Get the Apple iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro for free with T-Mobile this weekend.TL;DR: The Apple iPhone 17 is free from T-Mobile when you trade in your eligible phone on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is also free with T-Mobile — claim by b
September 5, 2026
Lifetime ad blocker Labor Day deal: AdGuard is $14.97
AdGuard's Family Plan lifetime subscription is on sale for $14.97 (reg. $169.99), covering up to nine devices with ad blocking, tracker protection, and parental controls.TL;DR: Grab a lifetime subscription to the AdGuard Family Plan for $14.97 (reg. $169.99) through Sept. 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT and blo
September 5, 2026
Tesla launched Cybercab in Austin. Hours later, the feds launched an investigation.
Tesla's Cybercabs are now operating without drivers in Austin, but the federal government is intervening.Tesla threw a flashy party on Thursday to announce the start of its autonomous Cybercab service in Austin, but some of the wind was taken out of the company's sails when the National Highway Traf
September 4, 2026
Tetris hits back at Trump over knockoff game, warns White House about copyright infringement
Tetris is speaking out against the anti-immigration puzzle game clone released by Trump's White House.The team behind Tetris, the classic 1984 puzzle video game, has responded to the White House over a knockoff game that the Trump administration released this week.The statement from Tetris hits back
September 4, 2026
These hikers relied on tech and AI. They had to be rescued.
Three men tried to summit a 14,000-foot peak without the right preparation.Earlier this week, three young men with little climbing experience set out to summit Mt. Shasta, a 14,179-foot peak in California. Their planned eight-hour ascent ultimately turned into a search-and-rescue operation and drew
September 4, 2026
Best Buys Labor Day 2026 sale is live: Shop deals on Sony headphones, gaming laptops, Chromebooks
As of Sep. 1, you can shop the Best Buy Labor Day Sale to clean up on must-have electronics. The best Best Buy Labor Day deals at a glance Best Apple Deal 2025 Apple MacBook Air M5
September 4, 2026
The best Labor Day laptop deals to beat RAMageddon: Hand-picked deals on Apple, HP, and Dell
The best Labor Day laptop deals involve discounts of up to $450 on Apple, HP, Dell, and Acer computers. The best Labor Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 24G
September 4, 2026
3 last-minute Apple iPhone 18 event rumors
In a matter of days, Apple is going to show off the iPhone 18 lineup, and rumors are still coming in fresh.In less than a week, Apple is holding its big annual September event. You'd think the rumor mill would slow down at some point, but it hasn't.Everyone expects to see four new iPhones and some o
September 4, 2026
The best Labor Day Apple deals: We found AirPods starting at $99 and iPads for $399
Labor Day Apple deals on iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, AirPods, and AirTags are live at Amazon and Best Buy. Here are our top finds so far. The best Apple Labor Day deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Appl
September 4, 2026
Trump games: White House unveils anti-immigrant, Pro-Trump retro arcade
The Trump administration launched an online arcade with five pro-Trump, anti-immigrant games that promote the White House's agenda.UPDATE: Sep. 4, 2026, 4:57 p.m. EDT The Tetris Company has issued a statement regarding the White House's knockoff of its game.Read the response from Tetris here. The or
September 4, 2026
Amazons Labor Day 2026 sale is live: We found Samsung TVs, Apple AirPods, Sony headphones, and more on sale
Amazon's Labor Day Sale 2026 is live. Shop the best deals on TVs, Apple gear, Amazon devices, headphones, and more. The best Amazon Labor Day deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (
September 4, 2026
Dell’s new 14S laptop is another colorful competitor to the MacBook Neo
Dell's new 14S brings aluminum build quality, a 16:10 display, and four colorways to a budget laptop built for students. Here's everything to know.TL; DR: The Dell 14S is a new affordable Windows laptop aimed at students and young professionals, with an aluminum build, up to 2.8K 120Hz display, all-
September 4, 2026
What would really surprise at Apple’s iPhone event
Bridget Carey breaks down what to watch for at Apple's Sept. 9 iPhone event, including the rumored foldable iPhone.What would really 'surprise' at Apple’s iPhone event