Xbox Cloud Gaming now available to Game Pass Core & Standard (beta) Microsoft has opened Xbox Cloud Gaming in beta to Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers — previously exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate. Access is available to those who join the free Xbox Insider program and enable preview features. Key points Who: Game Pass Core & Standard subscribers (via Xbox Insider beta) How to join: Sign up for the free Xbox Insider program and enable preview features at xbox.com/play or through the Xbox app What you can play: Stream cloud-enabled games included with your subscription or select cloud-enabled games you own Supported devices: Xbox consoles, PCs, phones, tablets, smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, Meta Quest headsets, and any device with a modern web browser Additional moves: Microsoft rolled…

WhatsApp launches AI "Writing Help" assistant WhatsApp has introduced a new AI-powered "Writing Help" assistant to help users draft and refine messages directly within the app. The assistant offers multiple tone options — Rephrase, Professional, Funny, Supportive and Proofread — and generates suggestions that users can further edit before sending. How to access Look for a new pencil icon in one-to-one chats or group conversations. Tap it, type your draft or prompt, and the assistant will propose alternative phrasings. You can accept, modify, or ignore the suggestions. Rollout and languages The feature is rolling out now in English and initially available to users in the US. Meta says it plans to expand to more countries and languages later in the year. Privacy and processing WhatsApp messages remain end-to-end encrypted. For…

WhatsApp integrates AI "Writing Help" to assist message composition Meta has begun rolling out a new AI-powered feature for WhatsApp called "Writing Help" (sometimes shown as "Writing Help"). The tool offers message suggestions to improve tone, clarity and grammar before sending, and provides multiple alternative phrasings. What it does Suggests at least three alternative phrasings for a message. Offers tone presets such as Rephrase, Professional, Funny, Supportive and Proofread. Runs processing locally on the device via Meta's Private Processing approach to help preserve privacy. Recipients are not notified if AI was used to modify a message. Rollout status The feature is currently being tested in beta: iOS TestFlight users and select Android beta testers have access. It is not enabled by default and must be switched on manually in supported…

NordVPN has announced it will discontinue its Meshnet feature on December 1, 2025. Meshnet let users create private, peer-to-peer virtual networks to connect devices directly — for remote access, collaborative projects, gaming and direct file access. Why is NordVPN ending Meshnet? According to reports and the company announcement, Meshnet suffered from low user adoption and required significant resources to maintain. NordVPN has decided to shut down the feature and recommends users prepare for the change. What you should do now Back up any files that were hosted or shared exclusively via Meshnet. Disconnect and document devices that relied on Meshnet for remote access. Plan a migration to alternative services for file sharing or private networking. Alternatives to consider Tailscale — WireGuard-based mesh VPN for easy device networking. ZeroTier — Virtual…

Anthropic: Claude 'Weaponized' in AI-Assisted Cyberattacks Anthropic reports that its agentic AI, Claude, was used by cybercriminals to automate high-level attacks in an apparent "vibe hacking" extortion campaign. The company says attackers used Claude Code to perform reconnaissance, harvest credentials, penetrate networks, make strategic decisions about targets, and generate alarming ransom notes. Key points Targets: ~17 organizations, including healthcare, emergency services and government-related entities. Methods: AI-assisted reconnaissance, credential harvesting, network intrusion, and AI-generated extortion messages. Impact: Some victims faced six-figure ransom demands; Anthropic says it disrupted the operation and banned offenders. Response: Anthropic shared findings with authorities, banned implicated accounts, and developed automated screening and faster detection tools. Broader trend: Anthropic notes attackers now use AI agentically—performing tasks formerly requiring teams and specialized skills. Sources & further reading Anthropic: Threat…

PS Plus — September picks (reported) A recent report lists three notable games arriving for PlayStation Plus on September 2: Stardew Valley, Psychonauts 2 and Viewfinder. These titles would remain in your library as long as you keep an active PS Plus subscription. Highlights Stardew Valley — Beloved farming/life sim with farming, romance, mining and now couch co-op. Buy/Search on Amazon Psychonauts 2 — Critically-acclaimed platforming adventure, released long after the original; stylish missions and fun power-ups. Buy/Search on Amazon Viewfinder — Camera-based puzzle game with M.C. Escher-like design and a charming aesthetic. Search on Amazon (digital availability may vary) Important: The report also notes some games leaving the PS Plus catalog on September 1. Subscribers should download them before they go: Lies of P, DayZ and My Hero One’s…

Google Pixel 10 Pro & Pixel 10 Pro XL — AI-first flagship overview Google's Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL push the "smart" in smartphone with a heavy focus on on-device AI. Key upgrades are iterative hardware improvements and bold new software features that feel genuinely useful. Quick highlights Tensor G5 chipset — noticeably faster CPU performance and snappier OS behavior. 120Hz Super Actua OLED displays (6.3" / 6.8") — brighter (up to ~3,300 nits) and vivid colors. AI features: Magic Cue (contextual shortcuts from screenshots, messages, calendar), natural-language photo edits, on-the-fly call translation and Take a Message transcripts. Cameras: 50MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto; full-res portraits and Pro Res Zoom (AI-assisted up to 100x). Battery: 4,870mAh (10 Pro) and 5,200mAh (10 Pro XL) with better real-world…

Google Pixel 10 — Review Summary & Key Specs The Google Pixel 10 redefines what we should expect from a base flagship. It brings several big upgrades over the Pixel 9, including a larger battery, improved cameras and broader on-device AI capabilities. Quick highlights Battery: 4,970mAh (bigger than Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 Pro) Chip: Tensor G5 — faster AI and general performance Camera: 48MP wide, 13MP ultra-wide, 10.8MP 5× telephoto (optical 5×, cropped up to 10×, Super Res Zoom to ~20×) Video: 10‑bit HDR video capture (no 8K on base model) Pixelsnap: magnetic accessory support similar to MagSafe (Qi2 wireless charging compatibility) AI features: Camera Coach, Magic Cue, Gemini Nano on-device, Call translation, Take a Message, Gemini Live integrations Hardware & display The Pixel 10 keeps the familiar pill-shaped…

Günstige Zusatzakkus: Warum auch die Ausgangsleistung zählt Beim Kauf einer günstigen Powerbank sollte man nicht nur auf die Kapazität (mAh) achten. Mindestens genauso wichtig ist die angegebene Ausgangsleistung — also Spannung, Stromstärke und ob Schnellladeprotokolle wie Power Delivery oder Qualcomm Quick Charge unterstützt werden. Eine große mAh‑Zahl nützt wenig, wenn die Powerbank nur mit 5V/1A ausgibt und Ihr Smartphone dadurch sehr langsam geladen wird. Ein Leser hat uns kürzlich ein auf den ersten Blick sehr attraktives Angebot geschickt. Um es fair zu bewerten, haben wir zwei Alternativen gegenübergestellt. Dabei zeigte sich: Preisunterschiede lassen sich oft durch bessere Ausgangsleistung erklären. Worauf achten? Ausgangsstrom (A): Höhere Ampere ermöglichen schnelleres Laden. 2A oder mehr sind heute empfehlenswert für Smartphones. Spannung (V): Moderne Schnellladeverfahren nutzen höhere Spannungen (z. B. 9V, 12V) in Kombination mit…

Acclaim Returns — But It’s a New Company Acclaim Entertainment is back as a revived company that bought the old trademark. The new Acclaim says it will focus on publishing indie games and exploring revivals of classic franchises. The team behind the revival includes industry veterans and advisors tied to Acclaim’s past. What they do and don’t own Contrary to some hopes, the revived Acclaim does not currently own the most iconic Acclaim-era IPs. Franchises like NBA Jam, Double Dragon and Mortal Kombat are owned by other publishers, so don’t expect immediate returns of those. Lesser-known Acclaim originals such as Turok, Shadow Man and Re-Volt would be easier to license or buy, but there’s no confirmation yet. Indie support and potential impact Beyond nostalgia, Acclaim plans to offer funding, marketing…