Meta Introduces a Big New AI Model for the Agentic Age
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/meta-muse-spark-new-ai-model-agentic/

A public preview of Muse Spark 1.1 is now available to developers.

Google Health Finally Recognizes the Value of Naps
https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/google-health-naps-update/

A 20-minute nap will count toward your daily sleep total. But is a quick power nap worth it?

OpenAI's Powerful New ChatGPT-5.6 Is Ready for You
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openais-powerful-new-chatgpt-5-6-is-ready-for-you/

A new ChatGPT Work program can let the AI take charge of your files.

US Weighs Removing Steering Wheel Requirement for Driverless Cars
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/driverless-cars-steering-wheel-requirement-us-nhtsa/

The move would benefit companies such as Tesla, which are already designing in that direction.

Publishers Accuse OpenAI of Withholding Evidence in Copyright Lawsuits
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/publishers-openai-copyright-lawsuits-nyt-ziff-davis/

In a new motion, the New York Times, Ziff Davis and 15 other media organizations say OpenAI "chose obstruction" on details about how it trains its AI models.

Fi Releases the First Pet Collar to Use Starlink to Track Pets Anywhere They Go
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/fi-releases-the-first-pet-collar-that-uses-starlink-to-track-pets-anywhere-they-go/

Fi's Ultra collar is ultra pricey, but comes with Starlink satellite technology for off-grid tracking in remote areas.

Alexander Zverev vs. Arthur Fery: How to Watch Wimbledon Men's Singles 2026 Semifinal for Free
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/alexander-zverev-vs-arthur-fery-how-to-watch-wimbledon-mens-singles-2026-semifinal-for-free/

Can the British wildcard pull off another historic shock and reach the final?

You Should Download iOS 26.5.2 Now for a Plethora of Security Fixes
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/you-should-download-ios-26-5-2-now-for-a-plethora-of-security-fixes/

Anthropic's Claude AI model helped find one vulnerability that this update patches.

'Moana' Review: A Fun, Yet Unnecessary, Disney Live-Action Remake
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/moana-review-disney-live-action-remake-dwayne-johnson/

Moana is a fun family flick with solid performances by Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, who is simply magical as demigod Maui.

Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic: How to Watch Wimbledon Men's Singles 2026 Semifinal
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/jannik-sinner-vs-novak-djokovic-how-to-watch-wimbledon-mens-singles-2026-semifinal-for-free/

The defending champ takes on the Serbian veteran for a place in Saturday's final.

Newsletters Are All the Rage. As an Author, Here's What to Use Based on Your Needs
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-newsletter-platforms/

I’ve used several newsletter platforms in my author life. I’ll show you how to choose your own -- and some of the best options currently on the market.

Building An AI Strategy That Lasts
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m07/building-an-ai-strategy-that-lasts.html?source=rss

For it to make a difference, there needs to be a strategy
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Xreal's New $299 Display Glasses Might Be My Budget Favorites, but I Miss the Extras
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/xreal-ao1-plus-budget-display-glasses-hands-on-commentary/

The X by Xreal A01 Plus edge out the TCL RayNeo Air 4 Pro in my early tests, and are lighter, too.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumor Roundup: Wider and Ultra Phones May Be Coming
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-rumor-roundup-wider-and-ultra-phones-may-be-coming/

Samsung's book-style folding phone lineup may be expanding to include both a widescreen variant along with an Ultra model.

This New Browser Extension Blocks All Those Junky, Fake Brands on Amazon
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/knockoff-new-browser-extension-blocks-fake-brands-amazon/

Knockoff works by filtering out brands you probably don't want to buy from anyway.

Co-op Game Orbitals Is a Split Fiction-Like Delight, an 'Anime You Can Play'
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/orbitals-game-anime-split-fiction-sgf-2026/

At SGF 2026, I tried out a game with visuals ripped straight from Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball and classic '80s anime.

MIT Study Lights Way for Bright, Efficient Quantum Dot LED TV Screens
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/qd-led-displays-study/

Despite a step forward, don't expect the next level of TV panels to be widely marketed anytime soon.

The Sights and Smells of America: Inside Disneyland's New US-Themed Soarin' Ride
https://www.cnet.com/tech/sights-and-smells-inside-disneyland-soarin-across-america/

Soarin' has taken flight over California and across the world. Now, to celebrate the USA's 250th, it's visiting landmarks from sea to shining sea.

This App Locks You Out of Your Social Media Accounts Until You Hit Your Step Count
https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/venus-williams-backed-app-will-lock-you-out-of-your-apps-until-you-hit-your-step-count/

The WeWard app encourages movement before you get your TikTok fix.