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In Murderbot, an Apple TV Plus action dramedy that’s quite fun to watch, the main character is an android that manages to go rogue, essentially becoming free. That gives the advanced AI inside the human-like body the ability to do whatever it pleases and even refuse to perform tasks. But, of course, it can’t actually do that, or the humans …

Last week, Apple dropped the third developer beta for iOS 26. It’s the first major update to the beta since June, and it’s clear that we’re getting closer to the public version of the beta (even if Apple hadn’t already confirmed it’s coming in July). The third beta has fewer features and changes than the second, as Apple presumably focuses …

Image: Square Enix Square Enix’s Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is due out on the Switch and Switch 2 this October, and ahead of release, an official FAQ has shared an important detail. It’s been confirmed there’s no upgrade path currently available or planned, so if you want to play it on a particular platform, you’ll need to …

In addition to the games above, Cyberpunk 2077 was made available on PS Plus Extra last week and brand new release Abiotic Factor is coming to the service on 22nd July. We conducted our usual Push Square Poll over the weekend to gather your thoughts on the lineup, and this has to be one of the most positive responses PS …

In a move that could make life easier for folks using devices based on its operating systems, Google is working toward unifying Android and ChromeOS, according to a high-ranking Google executive. Merging the systems could have positive outcomes for customers using, say, a Chromebook and an Android cellphone, much like Apple users have seamless functioning among MacBooks, iPhones, iPads and …

Microsoft announced 9,000 layoffs. What does that mean for WA state?  The Olympian Why do games end up in development hell? | Opinion  GamesIndustry.biz “What happened with Microsoft was clear”: Former Square Enix exec says Game Pass, “a service with barely any growth,” didn’t cause layoffs – competition with AI did  GamesRadar+ The Xbox Layoffs Make It Clear That It’s Past Time To …

Something to look forward to: It’s the kind of gadget Q might slip into James Bond’s tuxedo pocket: an SSD with a built-in self-destruct feature. TeamGroup has developed the P250Q-M80, which brings a touch of cinematic espionage to real-world data security. This industrial-grade storage device is engineered for sectors where data security is paramount, such as defense, industrial automation, and …

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic arrive on July 25, and Samsung has its trademark trade-in deals with enhanced credit to tempt long-time fans into upgrading. But should you upgrade to the Galaxy Watch 8, or should you hold off for the Galaxy Watch 9? As the person who reviewed the Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic, …

Security researchers have uncovered a significant vulnerability in Google Gemini for Workspace that enables threat actors to embed hidden malicious instructions within emails. The attack exploits the AI assistant’s “Summarize this email” feature to display fabricated security warnings that appear to originate from Google itself, potentially leading to credential theft and social engineering attacks. Key Takeaways1. Attackers hide malicious instructions …

Prime Day is over and while we did see some of the best deals still live this morning, they are going quick so make sure you get in there while you still can – you can grab Apple Watch Series 10 at $120 off for the lowest prices to date still, for example. But there are also some fresh new …