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I ditched my router's DNS for a NAS, and suddenly websites loaded way faster

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 17:01

For a long time, I struggled with sluggish web browsing around my house. My internet connection isn't particularly fast, but I could have sworn websites loaded more quickly on my old Wi-Fi 5 router than on my brand-new Wi-Fi 7 model. That didn't make much sense. Even though the newer router is a budget model, it's still packed with newer technology and supports a much higher theoretical bandwidth.

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Moana review: Disney transforms a cinematic masterpiece to kids stuff

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 17:00

When Moana was released in 2016, it was a gorgeous cinematic wonder, drawing inspiration from Polynesian mythology, offering moving and catchy songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mark Mancina, and Opetaia Foa'i, and reveling in the creative freedom animation offers. At its core, it was a story of a young girl rejecting the norms of her society to fight for creation and exploration over annihilation and ignorance.

2026's live-action remake of Moana has the same plot. But because of its execution — and arguably its very existence — it flies in the face of the message of the original. By definition, this remake is retreading the path that directors John Musker and Ron Clements laid down before. Beyond that, however, there's a bizarre, uncanny valley feel to this live-action version. It evoked in me a similar reaction to AI slop, where I cringe at the unnerving blend of the familiar and the not-quite-right.

To be clear, I'm not suggesting Disney — which has been accused of using generative AI in the past — or that Moana (2026) director Thomas Kail employed generative AI in making Moana's home of Motunui or its surrounding lands, sea, and creatures. What I am saying is that, hemmed in between the original film's distinctive features and Disney's determination to treat every animated hit as a proof of concept for a wobbly live-action re-creation, there's something uncanny and grotesque lurking here.

Moana (2026) feels less epic, more Disney Channel. Emma Puahi-Shapazian as young Moana in Disney's live-action "Moana." Credit: Disney

Jared Bush's screenplay from the 2016 animated adventure is closely followed, though he and his Moana 2 co-writer, Dana Ledoux Miller, share scripting credit for this remake. Once more, Moana's grandmother (played this time by Rena Owen) unfurls the folklore of Te Fiti, a goddess of life and nature; the trickster demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson, reprising his role here); and the volcanic beast Te Kā. While the other children are scared of these stories, a young Moana looks elated.

Kail, who helmed the Broadway productions of Miranda's In the Heights and Hamilton, doggedly follows the film's first act shot for shot, inviting the question of why remake a movie if it's just live-action now? (Because audiences will turn up. I know. I know.)

Kail stays as close as he can to the look of the original film. There's no Little Mermaid-like choice to make Moana's animal pals Heihei and Pua look cringingly photo-real. Instead, they look like their animated versions fleshed out in CG. Which, for Pua, is pretty cute. For Heihei, a gangly chicken with bug-eyes and red bumps all over his face, it's less charming, as reaction shot after reaction shot reminds us that cute but creepy is a fine line to walk.

But hey, this is what Disney fans want, right? A loyal recreation of a thing they loved just 10 years ago (that has a sequel and is readily available to rewatch on streaming). Sure. But aside from my general grievance about the lack of innovation in Disney's menagerie of live-action remakes, Moana has a strangely false quality to it. The cast — led by 19-year-old Catherine Laga'aia — gives performances that feel straight out of a Disney Channel show. They're bouncy and broad in a way that made me expect the cheer of a pre-recorded studio audience to break in.

The artifice of Moana ruins the fun. Dwayne Johnson is Maui in Disney's live-action "Moana." Credit: Disney

This studio sitcom tone is jarring against the backdrop of Motunui's lush natural wonder. Here, in the village, when the tribe gathers, is where I could see the potential of a live-action Moana. Seeing a lot of AAPI performers gathering together in traditional costume to sing, dance, and showcase their culture was beautiful. The sequences for "Where You Are" and "We Know the Way" are among this movie's best; it's exhilarating to see these elements, in which community comes together to accomplish something incredible, rendered in live action. It reminds us of the incredible feats humans are capable of, through craft and collaboration. Here is where Kail shines, understanding how to orchestrate a plethora of dancers and performers to create a dynamic staging. However, when the movie is focused on Moana, this reality gets lost.

Part of the issue is the aforementioned Disney Channel performance style, which actually makes this Moana feel flatter than Auliʻi Cravalho's voice acting in the first film. The other issue is the sound quality itself. From early scenes with Moana's chief father (John Tui) through most of her scenes with Maui, the sound recording has that isolated crispness of ADR. Typically, additional dialogue is recorded in post-production to smooth over rough spots in the on-set audio (or to make changes to the script). Here, this sound quality is so abundant that it draws attention back to the artifice around Moana.

From there, how am I to ignore how sequence after sequence seems shot against greenscreen? Though the seascape is convincingly rendered by a sprawling army of VFX artists, the lack of breeze in the air and the crisp lines around the actors all draw attention to the seams. Even Johnson's Maui look feels odd. His wig — which was much mocked online — is perfectly coiffed, as if for a shampoo commercial, framing a face that is chiseled but flawless in texture. Then his body is wrapped in Maui's signature tattoos. But it feels like the exquisite corpse game, as if these three pieces of costuming and make-up were made independently and then jammed together. They lack cohesion visually, like too much of this Moana. So, instead of being caught up in the familiar waves of a wonderful story, I was snagging on the rocks of "WTF am I looking at?"

Rooster Heihei in Disney's live-action "Moana." Credit: Disney

I'm sure a great deal of work went into chiseling this remake into something that will please fans. But Moana then falls into the familiar trap that Disney has built with these movies. Fans want something familiar but new enough to justify the cost of a ticket. It's understandable that this action-adventure Disney princess might have seemed like a great opportunity for a live-action adaptation. But Kail is not an action director, and Moana doesn't offer the kind of song numbers that rely on dance the way In the Heights and Hamilton do. Kail seems lost amid the movie's overwhelming CG, which, while solidly rendered, lacks any sense of artistic direction beyond "like the first Moana."

So, the result is a film that misses the point of its protagonist's journey. Rather than going somewhere new, Kail and company avoid discovery, opting instead to approximate popular IP. And in that way, it feels like AI. It does not feel like an earnest, human expression, but rather a shallow approximation that might have the general look but misses the soul of the original work.

Moana opens in theaters on July 10.

UPDATE: Jul. 9, 2026, 9:41 a.m. A previous version of this review claimed Johnson is the only actor returning from the original film. Jemaine Clement also returns, once more lending his voice to Tamatoa.

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The seven-seat SUV that embarrasses sports cars

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:45

The morning school run isn't exactly where you'd expect to find serious performance. It's usually a sea of family SUVs, backpacks, coffee cups, and enough snacks to survive a road trip.

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Discord confirms AI moderators have banned thousands over harmless images

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:40

AI is everywhere these days, and on Discord, that caused several thousand people to lose access to the app for no good reason.

In a thread on X, the gamer-centric chat app confirmed that about 8,000 accounts over the past two months had been banned after posting totally harmless images such as video game textures. This happened because Discord employs an AI moderation system that mistook the images for "harmful material." While Discord's thread said that "a member of our Trust & Safety team always reviews flagged content before any action is taken," thousands of people nonetheless lost access to their accounts since May because of this issue.

SEE ALSO: Discord group says it accessed Claude Mythos by guessing location

Thankfully, Discord also said it is in the process of restoring the lost accounts.

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On one hand, it's easy to see what happened here. As TechCrunch pointed out, some of the images users posted that led to bans, such as checkerboard patterns, bear a resemblance to tactics used by bad actors to conceal child exploitation content. It's easy to rationalize how an AI moderation tool would see that and do something about it. On the other hand, this is a clear-as-day example of why humans still need to be involved in these processes, as a human eye could have instantly discerned that the images in question were harmless.

But with AI becoming an ever bigger part of our everyday lives, expect stuff like this to keep happening.

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Make tidying your home effortless with $130 off the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:40

SAVE $130: As of July 8, get the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $1,169.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,299.99. That's a discount of 10%.

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If you spend an inordinate amount of time trying to keep your floors clean, it's time to admit you might need some help. A robot vacuum is one of the best and easiest ways to make sure you have spotless carpets and dazzling hard floors.

As of July 8, get the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $1,169.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,299.99. That's $130 off and a discount of 10%.

SEE ALSO: I found the best robot vacuums for every floor, budget, and level of laziness

This robot vacuum and mop combo is capable of serious suction and thorough mopping. It uses special AI-enhanced vision to detect over 280 types of objects potentially in its way at home, with an ultra-thin design that helps it navigate the entirety of your home's floor plan. It has its own all-in-one dock as well that can help it prep to mop up your hard flooring, with a 100-degree waetr mop for washing, a self-cleaning washboard, and 100-day auto-emptying so you don't have to handle it yourself.

It uses a special side brush and outward-swinging mop that work together to give you complete coverage in each room, with corner coverage as well as tight, edge-hugging power that means you don't have to be the one to scrub everything. Plus, it can clean around your pets and get all of the important areas that need extra attention without you having to program it to do so.

Now's the perfect time to splurge on this automated robot vacuum and mop combo, so if you're tired of manually handling it all, grab one before they're all bought up -- or the price goes back up.

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My biggest PC upgrades of 2026 were these 6 apps, not new hardware

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:31

Halfway through 2026, I expected my PC upgrade to come from a better GPU, more RAM, and a better monitor to tame my increasingly messy workflow. All that didn’t materialize, and instead, the upgrades that actually changed how I use my computer came from six apps that cost nothing and took a few minutes to install and get used to.

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Low-price alert: The 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger is back at the lowest price ever at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:24

SAVE $50: The 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger is on sale at Amazon for $99.99, down from the normal price of $149.99. That's a 33% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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We're deep in the season of summer travel, and if you're trying to minimize the bulk while packing, you've probably noticed the charger/cord situation is a bit much. It's great we have so many fun tech gadgets to pack along, but all of it needs to recharge. and packing the specific chargers gets bulky. Instead of tossing that beast of a power brick into your bag, consider this upgrade.

As of July 8, the 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger is on sale for $99.99 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $149.99. That works out to a $50 savings from a 33% discount. Today's price matches the best offer we've ever seen at Amazon.

With three USB-C ports, the Anker Prime Charger aims to replace the need for multiple chargers. With three devices plugged into the charger, you'll be able to get one 100W charge and dual 30W. If using just one port, it's capable of 140W. This is ideal for topping up your MacBook or high-powered gaming laptop while also still having enough juice to recharge your phone and earbuds. And maybe best of all, this is all done via one charger.

SEE ALSO: Need a boost? The Bluetti AC70 portable power station is over $100 off at Amazon.

Anker mentions this model is also compact, coming with measurements that are similar to the AirPods Pro 3 case. The weight clocks in at 220 grams, which is about half a pound. The smart display on the charger itself is also a nice addition.

Before you take off on your next summer adventure, upgrade to the 160W GaN Anker Prime Charger. You'll be able to keep all your devices charged up without packing excess chargers. Since it's on sale for the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon, there's no reason to delay.

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The 4 settings I change in Waze for the best Android Auto experience

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:15

Android Auto is a convenient feature on most modern cars that more people should use. And while drivers have several map and navigation apps to choose from, I've been using Waze for over 10 years thanks to its superior directions and traffic avoidance. However, the experience isn't perfect. Here are the settings I changed to make it even better.

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7 reasons installing KOReader on an old Kindle beats buying a new eReader

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 16:00

You may be thinking about investing in a new eReader, especially if your Kindle is one of the older models that are no longer supported by Amazon. Before you spend money on a new device, it's worth considering installing KOReader on your old Kindle. I put KOReader on my jailbroken Kindle 4, and it can do a lot that even a new Kindle can't do.

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Grubhub’s latest hack lets you add a Lovesac couch to your wings order — how to qualify for this wild World Cup promo

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 15:10

TL;DR: This World Cup promotion gives fans a chance to win a Lovesac couch with their Buffalo Wild Wings order. Starting July 10, order $35 or more through Grubhub, add the "Side of Couch," and you could be one of 26 winners receiving a new Lovesac Sactional before the Final.

For the first time, Lovesac, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Grubhub are teaming up to let fans add a "Side of Couch" to their Grubhub order. While the couch itself won't arrive with your wings, adding "Side of Couch" gives you a chance to win a brand-new Lovesac couch before the World Cup Final.

The idea is simple: spend $35 or more on Buffalo Wild Wings through Grubhub, add the "Side of Couch," and you could be watching the Final from a brand-new couch.

How to enter the Lovesac World Cup couch giveaway

Entering is simple, but you'll need to order during the limited-time promotion window. The promotion begins on July 10 at 2 p.m. ET or 11 a.m. PT — one hour before kickoff in the Spain vs. Belgium quarter-final match — and runs until 11:59 p.m. ET or 8:59 p.m. PT.

To qualify:

  1. Open Grubhub during the promotion period.

  2. Order $35 or more of Buffalo Wild Wings through Grubhub.

  3. Add the "Side of Couch" option to your order.

  4. Complete your order to be entered into the sweepstakes.

What can you win?

A total of 26 winners will receive a brand-new Lovesac Sactional delivered in time for the World Cup Final. Lovesac Sactionals are modular couches made up of individual pieces that can be rearranged into different layouts, making them designed for flexible living spaces and group gatherings.

If you're already planning to order Buffalo Wild Wings for the match, adding the "Side of Couch" is a no-brainer.

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Elon Musk says Opus-class Grok 4.5 is about to launch

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 15:07

Talk about jumping on the bandwagon at the very last minute.

On Wednesday, SpaceXAI CEO Elon Musk announced that the new version of the company's AI chatbot, Grok 4.5, will be released to the public on Thursday, July 9.

"Based on strong positive feedback from customers in our beta test program, @SpaceXAI will make Grok 4.5 available to the public tomorrow. It is an Opus-class model, but faster, more token-efficient and lower cost," wrote Musk in a post on X.

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The recently renamed AI/social networking/data-centers-in-space company is currently testing Grok 4.5 as private beta, while the stable version of the LLM is currently Grok 4.3.

Musk calls the new Grok "Opus-class" in reference to the company's competitor Anthropic, whose general-purpose model, Claude Opus, is currently at version 4.6. Anthropic's most powerful model, Fable 5, has only recently been reinstated for users after being pulled following an intervention from the U.S. government.

Meanwhile, OpenAI's powerful GPT-5.6 model is also launching on Thursday, following a short-lived launch ban from the White House.

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4 things you can plug into your Home Assistant server's USB ports

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 15:00

Whatever hardware you’re running Home Assistant on, there’s probably a spare USB port or two that you can use. You’ll need these if you want to connect some of the most useful accessories to your smart home server.

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4 more new Ryobi tools I'm still looking forward to this year

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 14:45

Want to buy more tools this year? Ryobi has an excellent selection of power tools, and more are on the way later this summer or in early fall. While Ryobi has released over 70 new items as of late, including several capable tools this year, the company recently highlighted several more options worth waiting for.

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L.O.L. Surprise! turns 10 with Jennie and Rosalía dolls: Where to buy the new Music Festival collection

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 14:05
L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival Collection: Music Festival Tots with Collectible Vinyl Albums $11.99 at MGA Shop Shop Now Music Festival Headliners Tots Global Music Artist Dolls $14.99 at MGA Shop Shop Now Music Festival Furniture Packs $16.99 at MGA Shop Shop Now Music Festival Featuring Rosalía Fashion Doll with Collectible Poster $26.99 at MGA Shop Shop Now Music Festival Featuring Jennie Fashion Doll with Collectible Poster $26.99 at MGA Shop Shop Now

After a decade of surprise-filled unboxings, L.O.L. Surprise! is stepping onto the main stage. The collectible toy brand is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival, a yearlong campaign packed with new dolls, festival-inspired collectibles, and headline-worthy collaborations.

The biggest draw? Music icons Jennie from BLACKPINK and Rosalía are making their L.O.L. Surprise! doll debuts with collectible looks inspired by their signature styles. Beyond the artist collaborations, the lineup brings new doll looks, refreshed packaging, and a range of festival-themed collectibles for fans to discover.

Here’s everything launching in the L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival collection and where to buy it.

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The L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival Tots brings the music theme to life with eight dolls inspired by different genres, including K-pop, Latin, pop, hip-hop, country, indie, pop-punk, and scene.

Each Tot comes inside a pink disco ball that doubles as a collectible display piece and a mini reveal experience — spin the included vinyl record to open compartments filled with fashion and accessories. With fresh doll designs, seven surprises to unbox, and a chance to find a rare shiny disco ball, these are made for collectors who enjoy the thrill of the reveal.

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If your kid (or your inner collector) has a favorite music icon, these L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival Headliners Tots bring that fan energy into a tiny collectible package. Each Tot is inspired by the style of Jennie or Rosalía, featuring cool outfits based on their real-world looks, plus a mini poster and a collectible trading card to enhance the experience.

The heart-shaped L.O.L. ball doubles as a keychain, so fans can take their favorite artist-inspired Tot anywhere. With seven surprises to unbox, including outfits, shoes, and accessories, there’s plenty of reveal excitement before the tiny headliner hits the stage. Collect all four Tots to build out the full Music Festival lineup.

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The L.O.L. Surprise! Music Festival Furniture Packs are a fun way to turn the collection into a full-on festival setup. Instead of just collecting dolls, kids can build out their own mini concert world with spaces like the Main Stage, DJ Booth, Neon Arcade, and Roller Disco. Each pack also comes with an exclusive Tot, giving collectors another character to add to the lineup.

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Rosalía fans will instantly recognize the bold, trendy vibe behind this L.O.L. Surprise! Rosalía Fashion Doll. The look is inspired by one of Rosalía’s iconic outfits, with a bold style that feels very much like the singer’s stage persona. It also comes with an exclusive Rosalía poster, making it a fun pick for both collectors and fans who want a little piece of her stage style on display.

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L.O.L. Surprise! is bringing a little star power to the toy aisle with this Jennie-inspired fashion doll. It captures her signature style with a more detailed look, a stage-ready outfit inspired by one of her real outfits, and a collectible poster tucked inside for fans to display. Fans snapped this one up quickly, so don’t be surprised if you have to wait for the next restock.

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I replaced 4 apps with Excel—and I don't miss them

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 13:30

Like a lot of people, I'd ended up with a surprising number of tiny productivity apps over the years. One tracked my tasks, another handled budgets, another organized related data, and another helped me visualize information. Eventually, I wondered how many I actually needed—and the answer turned out to be "far fewer than I thought." I consolidated my workflow by replacing four separate apps with Microsoft Excel.

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The Lego Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MKII Race Car has never been cheaper at Amazon — save over $10

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 13:23

SAVE OVER $10: As of July 8, the Lego Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MKII Race Car is on sale for $59.99 at Amazon, its lowest-ever price. That's $15 off its full price of $74.99.

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If you're a fan of the Lego Technic cars, Amazon has an excellent deal for you to check out. As of July 8, the retailer has the Lego Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MKII Race Car discounted to its lowest-ever price of $59.99. Perfect time to grab it.

Usually, this Lego set's price tag lands at $74.99, so overall you're saving $15. That's a solid discount, but considering it's never been lower than this deal price, now is a great time to make a move on it.

SEE ALSO: Lego's Olivia Rodrigo collab just dropped: Where to buy, preorder details, price

With 793 pieces in total, this Lego set sees you putting together a brick-built model of the 1966 Ford GT40 MKII race car. It has some very cool features as well that you can interact with, like the ability to steer using a knob on the top, opening doors and hood, and you can even lift the engine cover to check out the V8 engine.

If you know someone with a love of cars, or maybe that someone is you, this set looks like an awesome addition to a collection. It's also worth noting that it's a build recommended for adults, considering it's a bit more complex to assemble and meant for displaying.

If this deal has caught your eye, act fast to save on the Lego Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MKII Race Car at Amazon.

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OpenAIs GPT-5.6 finally set for public release after delays

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 13:08

OpenAI will launch its "strongest model yet" this week, with GPT-5.6 Sol set for public release after White House-imposed delays.

Announced by the company on X on Wednesday, the next generation flagship model will roll out gradually from July 9, alongside two lighter models: the "everyday" Terra and lower cost Luna.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. SEE ALSO: OpenAI might give a 5 percent stake to the US government

In a blog post, OpenAI says it spent weeks putting GPT‑5.6 Sol through its paces for weaknesses, during which time it "strengthened protections for higher-risk activity, sensitive cyber requests, and repeated misuse." The company called it "our most capable model yet for cybersecurity" and claimed GPT‑5.6 Sol stands up to competitor Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 using a third of output tokens (the blocks of text an AI model processes to generate responses).

The news comes after reports that the White House told OpenAI to limit the initial release of GPT-5.6 to a select testing group. In its blog post, the company described this as a "small group of trusted partners whose participation has been shared with the government." Now, OpenAI has the green light for GPT-5.6's public release. The announcement arrives a week after OpenAI reportedly proposed giving the U.S. government a five percent stake in the company, with CEO Sam Altman in early talks with President Donald Trump, according to the Financial Times.

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Competitor Anthropic also experienced restraints from the U.S. government, with the White House ordering the company "to suspend all access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 by any foreign national, whether inside or outside the United States." Anthropic is now allowed to share Mythos 5 with "a set of U.S. organizations that operate and defend critical infrastructure," and Fable 5, a version of Mythos, is out globally.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

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I 3D printed custom keycaps for the function row shortcuts I actually use

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 13:00

I’ve been wanting to print some keycaps for a while, so when an excuse presented itself to make the function row a little more “functional,” I leapt at the opportunity.

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Daily Show host Ronny Chieng reacts to USA being knocked out of World Cup after Trumps interference

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 12:55

Team USA's World Cup journey came to a strange end this week after losing 4-1 to Belgium, shortly after Donald Trump admitted intervening to help reverse striker Falorin Balogun's red card suspension.

Jimmy Kimmel guest host Tiffany Haddish had the perfect joke about the situation on Monday, and on Tuesday — following the USA's defeat — Daily Show host Ronny Chieng joined in with the criticism.

"Trump only has himself to blame, because thanks to him we went from being heroes of our own Disney sports movie to being the villain in some weird European film," says Chieng in the clip above. "Up until last week America was the scrappy underdog again, but then Trump's intervention galvanised Belgium and the world to defeat Team USA for the integrity of the game. And just like everything else he tried to fix, he made it worse and ruined our reputation in the process."

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The NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Maker is a perfect summer pickup — save $50 at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 07/08/2026 - 12:45

SAVE OVER $50: As of July 8, the NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Maker is on sale for $149.62 at Amazon. That's $50.37 off the full price of $199.99.

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Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer? The NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Maker can help you out by creating some tasty frozen treats to enjoy in your own kitchen. Now is a great time to buy it, as Amazon's slashed just over $50 off select colors for a limited time.

As of July 8, the black and mint chip green NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Makers have been discounted from $199.99 to $149.62 at Amazon. The white model is on sale for just a few cents higher at $149.99, so you can pick out a color that best suits your personal tastes.

SEE ALSO: De'Longhi has expanded its espresso machine lineup — where to buy Classic Matte Black and Classic Stainless Steel

There's a nice variety of frozen treats that the NutriBullet Chill is able to whip up, with five presets to choose from: Ice Cream, Sorbet, Gelato, Smoothie Bowl, and Frozen Yogurt. These are churned together with the help of a double-sided blade and dual-direction rotation which, according to the store page, ensure creamier results.

It also features a sleek design, with an LED display that shows a progress ring that helps you track the churning process. Plus, it looks quite compact, so it won't take up too much space on your countertop.

Now is a great time to pick up the NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Maker at Amazon.

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