LinkedIn Added a New Way to Report AI Slop
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/linkedin-ai-slop-button-news/

The “Seems like AI slop” button will help LinkedIn train its AI-detection tools.

Scotland and First-Person Screams Are Silent Hill: Townfall’s New Direction of Intimate Horror
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/silent-hill-townfall-new-direction-intimate-horror-scotland/

A hands-on preview of a smaller, more intimate Silent Hill game — with the ambiguous psychological horror fans expect.

Walmart Deals of the Day: Hit the Ground Running With $71 Off a Garmin Fitness Tracker
https://www.cnet.com/deals/walmart-deals-of-the-day-july-30-2026/

Plus, $40 off top-rated Anker running earbuds and a Roomba robot vacuum that’s nearly half price.

Most Smart Fitness Devices Lack Essential Data Protection, EFF Warns
https://www.cnet.com/news/privacy/most-smart-fitness-devices-lack-essential-data-protection-eff-warns/

Health trackers collect some of our most private information, but data security is spotty among leading smartwatches, smart rings and other devices.

I Used Every AI Cheating App and Detector and Came to One Conclusion
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-used-every-ai-cheating-app-and-detector-and-came-to-one-conclusion/

Can AI judge human work from robot slop, or is every AI-detection tool out there completely worthless?

Spotify Launches Running Mode With Customizable Playlists and Coaching
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/spotify-launches-running-mode-with-customizable-playlists-and-coaching/

The company’s latest fitness feature is designed to keep runners moving with a tailored audio experience.

Banning Open-Source AI Models to Protect Our Cybersecurity May Do the Opposite
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/open-source-ai-model-ban-proposal-cybersecurity-risks-news/

A ban on open Chinese AI models under the guise of security might actually put our cybersecurity more at risk.

Samsung Says It’s Launching Galaxy S26 FE and Tab S12 Later This Year
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-says-its-launching-galaxy-s26-fe-and-tab-s12-later-this-year/

The devices are joining foldables in the company’s growing lineup.

Tim Cook’s Final Earnings Call: Record iPhone Sales and Future Pricing Woes
https://www.cnet.com/tech/tim-cook-final-apple-earnings-call-iphone-sales-pricing-woes/

In his last earnings call as Apple’s CEO, Cook signals potential pricing headwinds due to the ongoing RAM shortage.

D&D Rolls a Natural 20 on Nerd Collabs, Announcing World of Warcraft and Star Wars Sets
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/dd-rolls-a-natural-20-on-nerd-collabs-announcing-world-of-warcraft-and-star-wars-sets/

Dice rolls are headed to Azeroth and a galaxy far, far away — starting this year.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, July 31
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-july-31/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for July 31.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Best Update Isn’t What I Expected
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-the-best-update-isnt-what-i-expected/

Samsung’s new top-end device is pricier without being much improved, but it’s still the best foldable the company’s released.

Back-to-School Is Expensive Enough Already. Here Are the Best Deals to Help With That
https://www.cnet.com/deals/back-to-school-deals-2026/

From laptops to dorm essentials, here’s every deal worth knowing before the school year kicks off.

Google DeepMind Shows Off Gemini Robotics 2 Doing Chores, and the Future Is Here
https://www.cnet.com/videos/google-deepmind-shows-off-gemini-robotics-2-doing-chores-and-the-future-is-here/

Google DeepMind released a series of videos demonstrating Gemini Robotics 2 utilizing the Apptronik Apollo 2 Humanoid Robot working alongside the Franka F3 Duo Dual-Arm System robot, and it looks like I won’t be doing too many household chores in the near future.

These $90 Pair of Bluetooth Speakers Can Link With 100 Others
https://www.cnet.com/deals/these-90-pack-of-2-bluetooth-speakers-can-link-with-100-others/

Save 36% on this pack of two outdoor-ready wireless speakers that feature eight lighting modes and can keep the music going for up to 20 hours.

These Funky Open Over-Ear Headphones Let My Ears Feel the Breeze — Perfect for Summer
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/jlab-jbuds-open-wireless-headphones-review/

The JLab JBuds Open Wireless truly open over-ear headphones are lightweight and comfortable and allow your ears to get some nice ventilation. But how do they sound?

Is the Steam Machine Perfect for Your Living Room?
https://www.cnet.com/videos/is-the-steam-machine-perfect-for-your-living-room/

Our experts have now spent weeks with Valve’s gaming PC and have complicated thoughts. Is this the hybrid gaming device you’re looking for?

Apple’s CEO Hints That Heavy Use of Siri AI Could Cost You
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apples-ceo-hints-that-heavy-use-of-siri-ai-could-cost-you/

Apple’s already raising prices on products and services. Is Siri next?

Feel the Wind in Your Hair and Save $450 Off a New Segway Electric Scooter
https://www.cnet.com/deals/segway-max-g3-electric-scooter-deal-2026-07-31/

Add a little whimsy to your commute with Segway’s Max G3 scooter, now on sale for $1,050.

This 160-Watt Ugreen Charger Powers 4 Devices at Once and Is $50 Off
https://www.cnet.com/deals/160-watt-ugreen-4-port-charger-deal-07-31-26/

If you rely on multiple devices throughout the day, this multiport charger makes keeping them all powered up super easy.

A New FCC Ban May Affect Robot Lawn Mowers: Get This One While It’s $500 Off
https://www.cnet.com/deals/roborock-rockmow-x115h-robot-lawn-mower-deal-07-31-26/

A new FCC ban could limit sales of robot lawn mowers, but right now you can get the Roborock RockMow X115H at a $500 discount.