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Plex security incident — reset your password and update your server Plex has reported that an unauthorized third party accessed a limited subset of customer data, including email addresses, usernames and securely hashed passwords. Plex says payment information was not affected. What Plex says: Plex confirmed the incident, has addressed the access method and is conducting further security reviews. They’ve recommended affected users reset their passwords and sign out connected devices. What you should do right now Reset your Plex password and, when prompted, choose to sign out of all connected devices. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for added protection. Update your Plex Media Server to the latest version to ensure any server-side fixes are applied. Be alert for phishing emails; Plex will not ask you to email your password. Sources…

iPhone 17 Pro: Vapor‑Chamber Cooling Rumored — Apple Event Tonight Apple's iPhone event starts tonight at 19:00. The keynote is expected to run about two hours and will be available as a livestream — although Apple has largely shifted to pre‑produced presentations since the pandemic. One headline rumor ahead of the event: the iPhone 17 Pro could introduce vapor‑chamber (dampfkammmer) cooling as a central hardware change. Vapor‑chamber cooling spreads heat more efficiently across the device’s chassis, which can help manage higher sustained performance, improve thermal throttling, and potentially benefit camera sensors and battery longevity under heavy load. Why it matters: Better sustained CPU/GPU performance during gaming and heavy tasks Improved thermal management for camera and video recording Potential indirect benefits for battery life if thermal throttling is reduced These reports…

LaunchNow: Another Launchpad replacement for macOS 26 "Tahoe" Apple has not yet confirmed an exact release date for macOS 26 “Tahoe”. However, it’s widely expected to arrive alongside iOS 26 — reports point to Monday, September 22 (or the days soon after) as the likely timing following Apple’s typical fall release cycle. With macOS 26, Apple changed the app-launching experience and removed the traditional Launchpad. In response, third-party alternatives have appeared. One of them is LaunchNow, an open-source Launchpad-style launcher that restores the familiar grid, folders and app search for users who prefer the classic workflow. Key points LaunchNow is available on GitHub (open-source) — https://github.com/ggkevinnnn/LaunchNow. LaunchNow does not appear on the Mac App Store or Amazon; installation requires downloading from the project repository and following the author’s instructions. Apple…

Judge Alsup postpones preliminary approval of Anthropic’s $1.5B authors’ settlement Judge William Alsup has rejected/postponed preliminary approval of the record-setting $1.5 billion settlement Anthropic reached with a class of writers suing over alleged copyright piracy used to train the company's AI models. According to court orders reported by multiple outlets, Alsup said the settlement was "nowhere close to complete" and expressed disappointment that key information was left unresolved. The judge highlighted several missing or incomplete items: Final Works List identifying the works at issue Final Class/Authors List showing class members A clear notice & claim form process for class members (with opt-in/out options) Key facts: Settlement amount: $1.5 billion Approximately 500,000 authors are included in the class Expected payout: roughly $3,000 per work Deadlines set by the court: Sept 15…

Rimac unveils solid-state battery pack platform at IAA Mobility 2025 Rimac Technology revealed a new battery pack platform that uses only solid-state batteries at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. The platform was developed in collaboration with ProLogium and Mitsubishi Chemical Group and is claimed to be lighter, safer and more energy-dense than conventional EV battery systems. Key details Partners: ProLogium (solid-state cells) and Mitsubishi Chemical (advanced materials) Claims: Reduced weight, improved safety, higher energy density Readiness: Rimac described the platform as production-ready at the show but did not provide a customer availability timeline. Context Solid-state batteries are seen as a major potential leap for EV efficiency and cost. European R&D groups and industry partners have reported encouraging technical results, but commercial deployment has been slower than initial expectations. For example,…

Apple 'Awe-dropping' event — iPhone 17 & more: what to expectApple 'Awe-dropping' event — iPhone 17 & more: what to expectApple's event is at 1PM ET — livestream: Apple Events.What to expectiPhone Air (rumored): A superthin model (~5.55 mm) that could be the thinnest iPhone yet. Rumors say it may have a single 48MP camera and a smaller battery; some reports mention a high‑density "silicon anode" battery to help keep runtime up.iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max: Possible design tweaks (switch to aluminum), a larger rear camera island with improved telephoto (rumors point to a 48MP zoom lens), and anti‑glare coating.iPhone 17 (standard): May gain a 120Hz ProMotion display per supply‑chain claims.Software: All new iPhones expected to ship with iOS 26, featuring a major visual refresh.Apple Watch: Likely a new Ultra model…

iPhone 17 event tomorrow (Sept 9) — iOS 26: What to expect Apple’s iPhone 17 event is scheduled for Sept 9. Expect the iPhone 17 lineup and a likely public release of iOS 26 about a week later (around Sept 16). The iOS 26 public beta is already available to try. Official links Watch the event or check Apple’s event hub: https://www.apple.com/apple-events/ Sign up for the iOS public beta: https://beta.apple.com/ Top iOS 26 highlights Liquid Glass — a new translucent, adaptive design across lock/home screens and apps. Phone app redesign — all contacts, recents and voicemail on one screen plus Hold Assist to pause waiting on hold. Live Translation — real-time translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages. Visual Intelligence — search items shown on your screen (like products in photos).…

Google expands AI Mode in Search to Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean and Brazilian Portuguese Google is rolling out AI Mode in Search beyond English — the chatbot-powered experience is now available in Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean and Brazilian Portuguese. This follows a rapid global expansion: AI Mode has been present in 180+ countries and now benefits from upgrades including support for the Gemini 2.5 Pro model and Deep Search. Why this matters: Localization: Google says building global Search requires nuanced local understanding, not just translation — leveraging Gemini 2.5 to deliver locally relevant results. Publisher impact: While Google claims Search-driven site traffic is "relatively stable" since AI Overviews, recent court filings warned the "open web is already in rapid decline." Publishers facing traffic drops may welcome wider AI Mode adoption…

Vodafone tests AI avatar actor in ad — experiment or problem? Vodafone recently released a commercial starring an AI avatar posing as a real woman. Observers noted obvious giveaways — slightly off hair, unnatural physical mannerisms and speaking tone, and even a facial mole that appears to move. In short: it’s clearly AI to the trained eye. Company response Vodafone told users it’s "testing different styles of advertising — this time with AI" and framed the spot as an experiment reflecting how integrated AI is in everyday life. Context This follows other AI-driven work from Vodafone, including a fully AI-generated commercial released previously. Brands and social platforms are increasingly using AI-generated influencers and avatars; reactions range from curiosity to concern about ethics and the uncanny valley. Tells in the ad…

iPhone 17 & Co.: Expectations for Apple's 2025 'Awe dropping' Event Less than 24 hours remain until Apple's 2025 keynote — the so‑called "Awe dropping" event — and there are already many (mostly confirmed) expectations about the new iPhone lineup and other announcements. If you want a quick overview, there's a short 7‑minute preview video that summarizes what we're likely to see. When Apple's event is scheduled for September 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. PT. Watch live on Apple's events page: apple.com/apple-events. What to expect iPhone 17: ~6.3" display, A19 chip, 120Hz ProMotion with always‑on capability, improved 24MP front camera, faster Qi2 MagSafe charging. iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: iterative Pro upgrades with larger horizontal camera modules and performance boosts. iPhone 17 Air: a new ultra‑thin model (reported ~5.5mm)…