https://technews.tunlz.dev Top tech news from Ars Technica, TechCrunch, The Verge, and more en-us Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:50:28 GMT https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/keyboards/google-japan-shows-off-wild-conveyor-belt-keyboard-with-keys-that-move-to-your-fingers-3d-printable-gboard-features-four-belts-with-29-keys-each-built-to-make-one-hand-typing-easier Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:40:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This keyboard is designed so that you don't have to move your hands or arms to press its keys. It's not going to be put on sale, but you can build one yourself. ]]> Tom's Hardware https://www.xda-developers.com/powertoys-can-tell-which-app-locking-file-ended-every-file-in-use-error/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:31:17 GMT Enter File Locksmith. XDA Developers https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/controllers-gamepads/us-navy-uses-xbox-style-controllers-to-fire-anti-drone-lasers-deployed-on-ships-usd13-per-shot-laser-weapon-deployed-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-uses-a-familiar-interface-instead-of-a-custom-control-system Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This would make it easier for sailors to get used to controlling the weapon system, as they're probably already comfortable holding a controller. ]]> Tom's Hardware https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/10/all-hail-electrification-but-lets-talk-about-the-hard-part/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:05:53 +0000 <![CDATA[The IEA and climate negotiators want to set a target for shifting the economy to run on electricity.]]> Ars Technica https://www.xda-developers.com/i-tried-out-dlss-5-on-my-old-wii-game-collection-and-it-looks-just-as-weird-as-youd-imagine/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:00:17 GMT How much neural rendering is too much neural rendering? XDA Developers https://www.makeuseof.com/i-didnt-realize-how-much-of-a-compromise-chrome-was-until-switched-brave/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:00:15 GMT Brave browser offers built-in ad blocking, background video playback, and a paid VPN service. MakeUseOf https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/open-source-tool-designs-lego-builds-with-more-than-2-000-real-pieces-their-programs-output-detailed-cad-files-but-no-models-have-been-built-yet Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:50:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Carlos Antelo's open-source ldraw-nova lets GPT-6 Astra and Claude Opus 5.5 design LEGO models as LDraw CAD files. ]]> Tom's Hardware https://www.makeuseof.com/these-free-apps-got-good-enough-that-i-finally-canceled-the-paid-versions/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:30:15 GMT My bank account thanks me for these four switches. MakeUseOf https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/portable-bluetooth-cd-player-has-a-glow-in-the-dark-transparent-green-finish-modern-features-new-limited-edition-has-usb-c-bluetooth-5-3-rechargeable-li-ion-and-wont-get-lost-in-your-dimly-lit-den Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:25:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sincere Inc. has released its Pixel Tunes portable Bluetooth CD player in an alluring new ‘After Hours’ finish. ]]> Tom's Hardware https://www.xda-developers.com/home-lab-ai-brain-claude-code-mcp/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:16 GMT Claude Code + Home Assistant is brilliant combo. XDA Developers https://www.makeuseof.com/your-nvidia-fps-counter-is-telling-you-only-half-the-story/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:14 GMT Frame Generation is doubling your FPS counter, and only half of them are real. MakeUseOf https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/free-browser-based-ai-generated-taipei-gta-clone-hits-1-2-million-concurrent-players-in-three-days-vibe-coded-game-cost-usd10-000-in-ai-tokens-to-build-is-set-on-the-streets-of-taipei Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Developers AICodeWith have vibe-coded and published a free browser-based game dubbed Taipei GTA. It reportedly cost $10,000 in tokens to get to this state. ]]> Tom's Hardware https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/were-6-months-into-microsofts-campaign-to-fix-windows-11-here-are-5-things-it-got-right-and-3-glaring-oversights Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ There have been commendable performance, search, and interface tweaks — but those bugs remain problematic. ]]> TechRadar https://mashable.com/entertainment/oct-4-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-preorder-deal Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:22:10 +0000 Physical preorders for Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake are already $10 off at Amazon. Mashable https://mashable.com/tech/best-early-october-prime-day-tech-deals-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:19:20 +0000 The best early October Prime Day tech deals include discounts on the AirPods 4, Fire tablets, and a popular DJI vlogging camera. Mashable https://mashable.com/life/oct-4-flowkey-classic-plan-5-year-subscription Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Master piano from the comfort of home with this 5-year subscription to flowkey Piano Learning App. Mashable https://mashable.com/tech/oct-4-microsoft-office-home-business-for-mac-2021 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Microsoft Office for Mac comes with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more with no monthly fees. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/commanders-colts-nfl-2026-live-stream-for-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 How to watch NFL for free. Live stream the NFL for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/broncos-49ers-nfl-2026-live-stream-for-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 How to watch NFL for free. Live stream the NFL for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/patriots-bills-nfl-2026-live-stream-for-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 How to watch NFL for free. Live stream the NFL for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://mashable.com/tech/how-to-set-up-macbook-neo-child-safety-tools-screen-time Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 MacOS includes a bunch of child safety features, including screen time limits. Here's how to set up parental controls on the MacBook Neo. Mashable https://www.techradar.com/how-to-watch/american-football/nfl-london-games-2026-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Colts and Commanders kick off 2026's NFL London Games in the UK at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium – see how to watch all three for free and from anywhere. ]]> TechRadar https://www.techradar.com/streaming/entertainment/which-hogwarts-house-do-you-belong-in-tell-us-about-your-tech-and-this-harry-potter-quiz-will-do-the-rest Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Love tech? A big fan of Harry Potter? This 31-question quiz will work out which Hogwarts house you'd be sorted into based on your gadgets. ]]> TechRadar https://mashable.com/tech/oct-4-free-google-pixel-11-deal Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000 How to get the Google Pixel 11 for free. Get the new Google Pixel 11 for free with T-Mobile when you activate a new line on most plans. Mashable https://www.techradar.com/how-to-watch/how-to-watch-pet-shop-boys-a-man-from-the-future Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Here's how to stream Pet Shop Boys concept album A Man from the Future online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE with exclusive access on BBC Sounds. ]]> TechRadar https://www.techradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/belkin-travel-bag-for-nintendo-switch-2-review Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Belkin’s travel bag is a simple and effective shoulder-carrying solution for the Switch 2. ]]> TechRadar https://www.xda-developers.com/this-awesome-xiao-esp32-c3-project-combines-an-e-ink-display-and-google-gemini-to-make-a-text-based-adventure/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:42:03 GMT Who says e-ink is boring? XDA Developers https://mashable.com/entertainment/portugal-norway-nations-league-2026-live-stream-for-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 How to watch Nations League for free. Live steam Portugal vs. Norway in Nations League for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/beware-the-smartphone-security-threat-new-report-claims-most-banking-scam-attempts-now-take-place-on-mobile-devices Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 90% of scams are taking place via mobile phone, with banking scams increasing of 35% over the previous year ]]> TechRadar https://www.techradar.com/how-to-watch/sport/nrl-grand-final-2026-free-roosters-vs-knights Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ All the ways to watch NRL Grand Final 2026 for free from anywhere, as Tyson Frizell and Mark Nawaqanitawase star in Roosters vs Knights at Accor Stadium. ]]> TechRadar https://mashable.com/entertainment/hurdle-hints-answers-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place. Mashable https://mashable.com/science/moon-phase-today-oct-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 See the Moon phase expected for October 4, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/bahrain-gp-f1-live-stream-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000 How to watch F1 for free. Live stream the Bahrain GP in the 2026 F1 season for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/nyt-connections-sports-edition-hint-answer-today-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:44:43 +0000 Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/pips-nyt-games-hints-answers-easy-medium-hard-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:40:10 +0000 The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/nyt-connections-hints-meanings-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Why is NYT Connections trending today? Explaining the meanings behind the clues for NYT Connections #1210. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/strands-nyt-hint-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000 The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience. Mashable https://mashable.com/entertainment/wordle-today-answer-october-4-2026 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1933 on October 4 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself. Mashable https://www.techradar.com/gaming/control-resonant-composer-says-its-his-duty-to-represent-the-story-but-sometimes-offers-it-in-a-different-light-as-contradicting-the-on-screen-events-can-be-really-delicious Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko has said that it's his job to represent a game's story "in the most beautiful light possible." ]]> TechRadar https://www.engadget.com/2273783/amplifier-what-for-how-important-for-sound-system-quality/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:30:00 +0000 If you&#39;re looking into a new sound system, you may be wondering if you need an amplifier as well. Here&#39;s how to tell and why amps even matter. Engadget https://www.techradar.com/pro/there-isnt-a-single-wi-fi-8-device-on-the-market-yet-this-router-is-already-outperforming-everything-you-currently-own-heres-what-you-need-to-know Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:10:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Asus's first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router delivers stronger range, faster backhaul, smarter software, and measurable gains for existing Wi-Fi 7 devices. ]]> TechRadar https://www.xda-developers.com/my-unsupported-kindle-runs-linux-now-and-its-more-useful-than-when-it-was-new/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:17 GMT Sometimes the end of manufacturer support is a good thing XDA Developers https://mashable.com/entertainment/usa-mexico-international-friendly-2026-live-stream-for-free Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 How to watch International Friendly for free. Live steam USA vs. Mexico in International Friendly for free from anywhere in the world. Mashable https://www.engadget.com/2273779/apple-mac-studio-how-changed-over-years/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Explore how Apple's Mac Studio has evolved, with internal upgrades, performance gains, and subtle design changes shaping each new generation of the desktop. Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2273775/battery-capacity-vs-life-differences/ Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000 Battery capacity often plays into battery life, but an impressive capacity stat doesn&#39;t translate to excellent battery life. Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2273771/why-only-pink-macbook-available-right-now/ Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000 Is it too much to ask for some more colorful laptops? Engadget https://www.xda-developers.com/claudes-token-burn-problem-borrowed-spotifys-playbook/ Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:00:18 GMT This wasn't the expected result, but perhaps something changed in Claude's models since Spotify wrote up its findings XDA Developers https://www.engadget.com/2273743/little-known-app-display-song-lyrics-apple-carplay/ Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0000 You can host your own episode of Carpool Karaoke with the Dynamic Lyrics CarPlay widget. Engadget https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-4-october-2026 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions. ]]> TechRadar