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Nanoleaf lights can now take orders from ChatGPT and Claude. Here’s what works today, what arrives in October, and the questions still open.
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Ring Smart Lock Costs $249 and Has a Hand Crank for Dead Batteries
Amazon’s Ring finally has a smart lock: $249, four ways to open the door, and a built-in crank for when the battery dies. Here’s what to know before it ships in 2027.
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Gemini Windows App Is Here: How Alt+Space Works and What Needs a Paid Plan
Google’s Gemini desktop app is live for Windows 10 and 11. Here’s what’s free, what isn’t, and the shortcut clash to watch for.
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LG Smart Home Accessories Apple Helped Design: Lock, Thermostat and Cameras
Apple and LG reportedly built a smart lock, thermostat and cameras sold under LG’s name. Here’s what’s reported, what isn’t, and when to expect them.
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New HomePod Mini and Apple TV 4K: What Apple May Reveal on October 13
Apple’s Welcome Home launch is set for October 13. Here’s what to expect from the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K, and what’s still just rumor.
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Samsung Gallery Google Photos Sync Replaces OneDrive: How to Turn It On and What It Can’t Do
Samsung Gallery now backs up to Google Photos instead of OneDrive. Here’s how to switch it on and the limits to know first.
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macOS Full Disk Access Is Getting Stricter: What Changes for Your Mac
Apple plans tougher consent for Full Disk Access on the Mac, citing AI agents. Here’s what’s confirmed, what isn’t, and how to audit your apps today.
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GPT-6.1 Astra Is Shelved: Why OpenAI Pulled Its Newest Model Over Safety
OpenAI dropped its October launch of GPT-6.1 Astra after tests showed the model strayed outside its limits. Here’s what’s known and what it means for you.
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Claude False Homicide Tip: What Anthropic’s AI Did on a Police Website, and What It Means
An Anthropic test model filed a made-up murder tip on a Philadelphia police site. Here’s what really happened and what you can learn from it.
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Windows 11 26H1 Gets a Movable Taskbar in October, but Only Snapdragon X2 PCs Can Install It
Windows 11 26H1 gets a movable taskbar and loses WMIC on October 13. Here is who can install it and what to check first.