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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google Pixel 11 introduces Camera Looks to reduce over-processed photo style

Google's Pixel 11 includes a new photography feature suite called Camera Looks, designed to give users more control over image aesthetics. The feature lets users move away from the heavily processed look that has become common in modern smartphone photography. Reviewer David Imel discussed his hands-on experience with the Pixel 11 Pro on The Vergecast podcast. The new tools reflect a broader trend of smartphone makers revisiting older, more natural-looking photo styles. Camera Looks appears aimed at users who want their shots to feel less digitally polished and more organic.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

US National Lab Probes Chinese Lidar Tech for Security Risks

The Idaho National Laboratory is conducting a security review of Chinese-made lidar technology. The research is focused on identifying potential vulnerabilities in the sensors. Funding for the study comes from one or more companies operating in the electric and autonomous vehicle sectors. The probe reflects growing scrutiny of Chinese technology components used in American transportation systems.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

China Orders Largest Car Recall Over Electric Vehicle Door Handle Safety

Chinese automotive regulators have mandated a major recall involving Tesla and eight other automakers to address door safety concerns. The issue centers on retractable door handles found on electric vehicles, which in some cases prevented occupants from exiting after crashes. The recall is the largest of its kind in China's automotive history. Authorities acted after reports emerged of people being trapped inside their vehicles following accidents due to the faulty handle mechanism.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

US Food Recalls Surge: Eggs, Lettuce, and Jalapeños Hit by Contamination Alerts

A wave of major food recalls has struck the US in quick succession, raising public concern about food safety. Taylor Farms first recalled iceberg lettuce linked to a large cyclospora outbreak, followed by an FDA recall of over one million eggs from Midwest Poultry Services due to possible salmonella contamination. The affected eggs were distributed to Kroger and other grocery chains across the South and Southwest. Taylor Farms then pulled more than a dozen jalapeño-containing products, including guacamole and salsa, after supplier Coast Citrus Distributors recalled fresh peppers over salmonella concerns. The cluster of high-profile recalls has prompted questions about whether food safety incidents are genuinely increasing or becoming more visible.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Oura Ring hit with lawsuit over alleged misleading sleep-tracking accuracy claims

Smart ring maker Oura is facing a lawsuit from consumers challenging the accuracy of its sleep-tracking technology. The plaintiffs allege that Oura rings cannot measure the physiological signals required to properly evaluate sleep quality. The suit further claims the devices are incapable of accurately identifying different sleep stages. Oura has not yet publicly responded to the allegations outlined in the complaint.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google Pixel 10A drops to $424 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Google Store

Google's Pixel 10A is currently available for $424, down from its original $499 price, at Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store. The discount comes as Google launched its newer Pixel 11 lineup, with prices starting at $899 and reaching up to $1,899 for the Pro Fold model. The Pixel 10A features the Tensor G4 chip, a dual-camera system, IP68 water resistance, a 90Hz display, and wireless charging, along with newer additions like Satellite SOS and faster wired charging. While reviewers noted the 10A offers only modest improvements over its predecessor, the Pixel 9A, it remains a capable mid-range option for those who have not upgraded recently.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Walmart to Accept Apple Pay and Google Pay After Years of Resistance

Walmart has announced it will begin accepting Apple Pay and Google Pay as payment options in its stores. The retail giant had long resisted supporting the two dominant mobile payment platforms, making it an outlier among major U.S. retailers. The move marks a significant policy reversal for Walmart, which had previously pushed its own proprietary payment solution. The decision brings Walmart in line with the broader retail industry, where contactless digital payments have become increasingly standard.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Tesla recalls 3 million cars in China over hidden door handle safety concerns

Tesla has issued a recall affecting 3 million vehicles in China to address safety concerns related to difficult-to-locate manual door releases. The recall is part of a broader industry-wide initiative involving eight other automakers operating in the Chinese market. As part of the corrective measure, warning labels will be installed inside vehicles to help occupants quickly identify the manual door release mechanisms. The move aims to improve passenger safety, particularly in emergency situations where standard electronic door handles may fail.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

YouTube filmmakers face backlash over undisclosed AI platform sponsorships

Several prominent filmmaking YouTubers, including Matti Haapoja and Sam Kolder, recently posted videos showcasing AI video platform Higgsfield and its Seedance 2.5 feature. The videos framed the technology as the future of video production, but viewers grew suspicious of the content's origins. Other creators then shared apparent screenshots of paid partnership offers sent by PR firms representing Higgsfield, suggesting the promotions were sponsored. This led audiences to conclude that Higgsfield had orchestrated an influencer campaign to boost its reputation. The backlash centers on concerns that the sponsorships were not clearly disclosed to viewers.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Apollo Private Equity Confirms Data Breach Amid Attacks on Financial Firms

Private equity giant Apollo has confirmed it suffered a data breach, joining a growing list of financial institutions targeted by hackers. The disclosure comes weeks after researchers at Google warned that cybercriminals were actively targeting financial companies. Apollo has not yet disclosed the full extent of the breach or what data may have been compromised. The incident is part of a broader wave of cyberattacks aimed at major players in the financial sector.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 Coming to Netflix in January 2027, Season 3 Confirmed

Netflix has released the first trailer for the second season of its animated series Blue Eye Samurai, announcing a January 2027 release window. The streaming platform also confirmed that a third and final season is in the works. Co-created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green, the show follows Mizu, a samurai hiding her gender and mixed-race identity while pursuing personal revenge. While the January 2027 premiere window was revealed at the end of the teaser, an exact date has not yet been announced.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Waymo doubles lobbying spend to push for autonomous taxi approval

Waymo, the self-driving car company owned by Alphabet, has doubled its lobbying expenditure as it works to win regulatory support in the United States. The company is pushing federal regulators to create clearer pathways for fully autonomous taxi services to operate. The increased spending reflects an intensifying competition in the robotaxi sector, particularly with rival Uber. Waymo's lobbying push signals the growing importance of policy and regulation in determining which companies can scale autonomous ride-hailing services.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Senator Wyden urges federal watchdog to audit government use of hacking tools

Senator Ron Wyden has formally requested a comprehensive review from the U.S. federal watchdog into how law enforcement agencies use hacking tools and spyware. The agencies under scrutiny include the FBI, DEA, ICE's Homeland Security Investigations, and the Secret Service. Wyden's request focuses specifically on the use of such surveillance technologies against Americans. The move reflects growing congressional concern over the unchecked deployment of hacking tools by federal authorities.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Tesla Quietly Discontinues Solar Roof Tiles After Nearly a Decade

Tesla has stopped offering its Solar Roof product, which featured solar panels designed to resemble conventional roofing tiles, according to Electrek. Sources familiar with the program say Tesla has notified its third-party installer network that the product is no longer available to order. Going forward, the company will supply only its standard solar panels. Although Tesla has made no official announcement, website changes support the reported discontinuation, with the dedicated Solar Roof page now redirecting to Tesla's solar panel page. The Solar Roof was first unveiled by Elon Musk in 2016.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Automatic Pet Feeders Solve Multi-Cat Household Feeding Challenges, With Caveats

A couple with two mutually hostile cat siblings struggled to maintain a four-times-daily feeding schedule after having a child in 2024. With parental responsibilities taking priority, the cats' mealtimes began to be missed or delayed regularly. The owners turned to automated pet feeders to compensate for their reduced availability. After testing four different machines and spending several hundred dollars, they found the technology largely met their needs. However, the solution came with some limitations and trade-offs worth noting for other pet owners.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Patreon unveils 30+ new features to boost creator discovery and platform trust

Patreon has announced a roadmap of over 30 new and updated features aimed at improving the platform for both creators and fans. CEO Jack Conte outlined the changes in a blog post, emphasizing a push to build a healthier online creative ecosystem. Key updates include discovery algorithm improvements designed to help smaller creators get found, along with platform and security enhancements. Conte framed the initiative as a direct response to what he described as the decline of the broader internet under previous generations of tech companies. However, the company has cautioned that some of the announced tools may not fully reach users.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

New App Detects Meta AI Glasses as Privacy Concerns Over Recordings Grow

A free app called Zuckoff has emerged to help people identify when Meta AI-equipped smart glasses are nearby. The tool arrives amid growing public concern over covert audio and video recordings that the glasses are capable of making. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses have seen a surge in demand, making encounters with the devices increasingly common in public spaces. Privacy advocates have raised alarms about the potential for wearers to record others without their knowledge or consent. The backlash has prompted developers and researchers to seek technical countermeasures against the glasses' recording capabilities.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Taiwan's Satellite Launcher Program Suffers Setback in Development Effort

Taiwan's ambition to build its own domestic satellite launch vehicle encountered a significant setback this week. The country has been working toward developing an independent space launch capability. The nature of the setback points to the ongoing challenges faced by emerging spacefaring nations. Taiwan joins a number of countries striving to establish sovereign access to space through homegrown rocket technology.

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