# online service (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover online service. Page: Feed: --- ## [Netflix Drops Trailers for ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and More at Anime NYC 2026](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/netflix-drops-trailers-for-blue-eye-samurai-season-2-cyberpunk-edgerunners-2-and-more-at-anime-nyc-2026-2/) _2026-08-21 · Kourtnee Jackson · News – CNET_ You can see the latest trailers and art for seven titles, including Fool Night and The One Piece. ## [Oura Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Inaccurate AI Sleep Tracking](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/oura-class-action-lawsuit-ai-sleep-tracking-2/) _2026-08-20 · Tyler Lacoma · News – CNET_ A proposed class-action lawsuit accuses the popular smart ring company of false advertisement. ## [Some New Samsung Device Owners Are Running Into RCS Messaging Issues](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/samsung-device-rcs-messaging-issues/) _2026-08-20 · Omar Gallaga · News – CNET_ Some have shared creative workarounds for connecting to RCS messaging on newer Samsung phone models. ## [HP Introduces First HyperX Open-Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon Fiber Mouse and More](https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/hp-introduces-first-hyperx-open-back-headset-lightweight-carbon-fiber-mouse-and-more/) _2026-08-20 · Tyler Graham · News – CNET_ I got a glimpse at the latest HyperX gaming peripherals. Here’s what stood out, from new devices to tweaks to existing fan favorites. ## [Apple Watches With Ceramic Finish Reportedly Returning This Year](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-watch-ceramic-reportedly-returning/) _2026-08-20 · Alex Valdes · News – CNET_ Rumors are flying that the Apple Watch Series 12 will include a ceramic option. ## [Where Vandals Can’t Reach? Flock Safety’s Future Is Full of Spying Drones](https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/where-vandals-cant-reach-flock-safetys-future-is-full-of-spying-drones/) _2026-08-20 · Omar Gallaga · News – CNET_ A fast-growing surveillance drone network won’t help Flock’s public image. ## [Marley Spoon, Blue Apron Face Delivery Issues After Food Supplier Bankruptcy](https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/marley-spoon-blue-apron-delivery-issues-food-supplier-bankruptcy/) _2026-08-20 · Corin Cesaric-Epple · News – CNET_ Customers have faced late deliveries, missing ingredients and a lapse in communication. I’m one of them. ## [The FTC Wants Companies to Tell You When They Set Personalized Prices](https://www.cnet.com/news/privacy/the-ftc-personalized-pricing-act/) _2026-08-20 · Dashia Milden · News – CNET_ The agency says you should know when companies use your personal data to charge you more than the next person. ## [The EX60 Is Volvo’s Most Important Car, and It’s Glorious](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/the-ex60-is-volvos-most-important-car-and-its-glorious/) _2026-08-20 · Andrew Lanxon · News – CNET_ I’ve driven over 600 miles in the all-electric EX60, and there’s a lot I like about this SUV. ## [No Mic Needed: You Can Create Music and Speech With Adobe’s AI Audio Tools](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/adobe-ai-audio-soundtrack-music-speech-general-release-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Katelyn Chedraoui · News – CNET_ Adobe’s instrumental AI soundtracks come with a universal license, meaning it’s safe to use for any project. ## [Realtime AI Arbitrage Terminal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KN5G6XpHG2cp) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Realtime auto-trading across exchanges with scored setups, backtesting, and risk controls. ## [Genesis GV90 SUV Debuts With Coach Doors, 310-Mile Range](https://www.cnet.com/home/electric-vehicles/genesis-gv90-suv-coach-doors-310-mile-range/) _2026-08-20 · Antuan Goodwin · News – CNET_ The luxury electric SUV rolls out with HMG’s biggest battery to date and its most dramatic set of doors. ## [Comcast Xfinity Wants to Use Your Wi-Fi as a Motion Sensor in Your Home](https://www.cnet.com/home/security/comcast-xfinity-wants-to-use-your-wi-fi-as-a-motion-sensor-in-your-home/) _2026-08-20 · Tyler Lacoma · News – CNET_ Xfinity Shield is a combination of cyber and home security using several new technologies I’ve seen in recent years. ## [Google Goes Back to School With New AI Study Tools](https://www.cnet.com/tech/google-gemini-search-ai-study-tools/) _2026-08-20 · Aaron Pruner · News – CNET_ A new dedicated study hub includes a study notebook, customized flash cards and practice quizzes. ## [Peacock Is Testing Out a Rewards Program for Subscribers](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/peacock-is-testing-out-rewards-program-for-subscribers/) _2026-08-19 · Kourtnee Jackson · News – CNET_ The company’s doing a trial run on a loyalty program that includes discounts on brand merch. ## [Whoop Expands Beyond Its Wearable Membership With Blood Tests](https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/whoop-expands-beyond-wearable-membership-blood-tests/) _2026-08-19 · Anna Gragert · News – CNET_ Whoop is known for its wearable fitness tracker. Now it wants to become your source for lab testing. ## [Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Is One of My Favorite Android Phones, but It’s Not a Revolution](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-pixel-11-pro-review/) _2026-08-19 · Andrew Lanxon · News – CNET_ Google’s most advanced Pixel phone loses its cheapest tier, gains a few features, but most of it remains the same. And that’s just fine. ## [OpenAI Pauses Training of New AI Models, Citing Cybersecurity Worries](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-pauses-training-new-ai-models-cybersecurity-2026/) _2026-08-19 · Katelyn Chedraoui · News – CNET_ The ChatGPT maker is also beefing up its security systems. ## [Why connectivity and cybersecurity can’t be treated separately](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/why-connectivity-and-cybersecurity-cant-be-treated-separately) _2026-08-19 · silicon · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ Magnet Plus’s Patrick Masterson discusses why now is the time to engage in a combined network and security strategy to ensure business continuity and maintain customer trust. Read more: Why connectivity and cybersecurity can’t be treated separately ## [The Verdict Is In: CNET Readers Trust These Mobile Carriers More Than the Major Networks](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/peoples-picks-2026-mobile-carriers/) _2026-08-19 · Dashia Milden · News – CNET_ Our readers rant and rave about mobile virtual network operators, but what about major networks, like AT&T and Verizon? ## [New Google Ad Shows a Mysterious Wearable. Is It the Next Fitbit?](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/new-google-ad-never-before-seen-device-next-fitbit/) _2026-08-19 · Anna Gragert · News – CNET_ Google hasn’t confirmed the brand-new, unreleased wearable, but it’s fun to speculate anyway. ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bMi8f8sPBva0) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [Polaroid Put Pikachu on a $100 Camera Because Nostalgia Works](https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/polaroid-put-pikachu-on-a-100-camera-because-nostalgia-works/) _2026-08-18 · Nelson Aguilar · News – CNET_ Polaroid turned Pikachu, Sylveon and the Poke Ball into instant cameras because slapping Pokemon on things remains an excellent business model. ## [Fairphone’s Repairable Smartphones Debut in the US With the 6 Plus](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/fairphones-repairable-smartphones-debut-in-the-us-with-the-6-plus/) _2026-08-18 · Omar Gallaga · News – CNET_ The Fairphone 6 Plus costs $650 and ships with Android 16 as its operating system. ## [ChatGPT Launches a Version of Its Model for Teens](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpt-launches-version-of-its-model-for-teens/) _2026-08-18 · Macy Meyer · News – CNET_ The rollout raises questions about whether teenagers should be using chatbots at all. ## [Gemini in Chrome Is Now Available for Android Users](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/gemini-in-chrome-now-available-for-android-users/) _2026-08-18 · Blake Stimac · News – CNET_ AI Pro and Ultra subscribers will also have access to Google’s agentic AI auto browsing feature. ## [Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Lead Xbox Game Pass’s August 2026 Second Batch](https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/resonance-a-plague-tale-legacy-lead-xbox-game-passs-august-2026-second-batch/) _2026-08-18 · Zachary McAuliffe · News – CNET_ The second half of Game Pass’s August 2026 lineup is mostly lesser-known and upcoming titles, but maybe you’ll find a game here to get excited about. ## [Win an Apple Watch – Round 3 of CNET’s Guessing Game Is Live Now](https://www.cnet.com/tech/big-guessing-game-apple-edition-round-3/) _2026-08-18 · David Lumb · News – CNET_ How many iPhones are coming out in September? If your Apple predictions are on point, you could walk away with the latest Apple Watch. ## [Don’t Wait for iOS 27, Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/dont-wait-for-ios-27-download-ios-26-6-1-now-for-over-a-dozen-bug-fixes-and-patches/) _2026-08-18 · Zachary McAuliffe · News – CNET_ Do yourself, and your device, a favor and download the latest iOS update to fix these bugs and others. ## [Hackers Tricked a Major Retailer’s AI Shopping Bot to Do Something It Was Never Supposed To](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/hackers-tricked-a-major-retailers-ai-shopping-bot-to-do-something-it-was-never-supposed-to/) _2026-08-18 · Nelson Aguilar · News – CNET_ At the cybersecurity conference Black Hat, researchers showed how an AI assistant at one of America’s largest retailers could be tricked into following hidden instructions and exposing sensitive system information. ## [Planned US Data Centers Set to Produce 24M Cars’ Worth Of Carbon Dioxide](https://www.cnet.com/tech/tech-industry/planned-us-data-centers-set-to-produce-24m-cars-worth-of-co2/) _2026-08-18 · Antuan Goodwin · News – CNET_ Researchers find Big Tech’s most ambitious builds and climate pledges are colliding with its AI power demands. ## [Lock It Up: Android 17’s Latest QPR2 Beta Introduces a Built-In App Lock](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/lock-it-up-android-17s-latest-qpr2-beta-introduces-a-built-in-app-lock/) _2026-08-17 · Joe Hindy · News – CNET_ Using an app lock on your phone adds a layer of security for sensitive data past your main lock screen. ## [Zero-Persistence E2EE (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/VaUxvotneU8U) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ End-to-end encryption with client-side WebCrypto and volatile memory. ## [New Lucid Gravity GT-S Hits 60 MPH in 3.1 Seconds, Seats 7](https://www.cnet.com/home/electric-vehicles/new-lucid-gravity-gt-s-hits-60-mph-in-3-1-seconds-seats-seven/) _2026-08-17 · Antuan Goodwin · News – CNET_ The electric SUV gets the 1,070-hp powertrain from Lucid’s Sapphire super sports sedan. ## [Pixel 11 Pro XL vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max: I Compared Google and Apple’s Flagship Phones](https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-pixel-11-pro-xl-vs-iphone-17-pro-max-buying-guide/) _2026-08-17 · Kerry Wan · News – CNET_ Choosing between Android and iOS? I’m here to help you decide between the $1,199 iPhone 17 Pro Max and the brand-new $1,299 Pixel 11 Pro XL. ## [Amazon’s New Terms of Service Bar Customers From Filing Class-Action Lawsuits](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/amazons-new-terms-of-service-bar-customers-from-filing-class-action-lawsuits/) _2026-08-17 · Tyler Graham · News – CNET_ If you have a dispute with the e-commerce giant, you’ll have to hash it out through an individual claim with a third-party arbitrator. ## [Acura Nexera Vision Concept Previews Future Hybrid Headlight Design](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/automobiles/acura-nexera-vision-concept-previews-future-hybrid-headlight-design/) _2026-08-17 · Antuan Goodwin · News – CNET_ The low-slung sports car concept’s A-shaped light signature will be the face of future Acura models, starting with the upcoming RDX Hybrid. ## [Attackers Could Take Over Your Mac Through Screen Sharing Unless You Update Now](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/attackers-could-take-over-your-mac-through-screen-sharing-unless-you-update-now/) _2026-08-17 · Omar Gallaga · News – CNET_ Apple issued a fix for the vulnerability. But it’s best to disable screen sharing when not actively using it. ## [Duolingo Expands Its Math Services for More Advanced and Personalized Learning](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/duolingo-expands-its-math-services-for-more-advanced-and-personalized-learning/) _2026-08-17 · Macy Meyer · News – CNET_ The popular language learning app is also running back-to-school discounts on subscriptions now through Sept. 11. ## [Inside Defcon, the Conference That Made Cybersecurity Noob-Friendly](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/inside-defcon-the-conference-that-made-cybersecurity-noob-friendly/) _2026-08-17 · Nelson Aguilar · News – CNET_ I arrived alone and unprepared for a world of electronic badges, hacking contests and unwritten rules. By the end, I was already thinking about next year’s event. ## [A New Thermal Add-On to My Phone Changed How I See My Home Forever](https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/a-new-thermal-add-on-to-my-phone-changed-how-i-see-my-home-forever/) _2026-08-17 · Tyler Lacoma · News – CNET_ One small phone attachment can spot cams, leaks, insulation problems and more. I was amazed when I tried it at my house. ## [French authorities investigating hack of national tax department](https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/french-authorities-investigating-hack-of-national-tax-authority) _2026-08-17 · Tim Barnwell · Enterprise – Silicon Republic_ The incident followed other recent cyberattacks involving French public institutions. Read more: French authorities investigating hack of national tax department ## [Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 17, #693](https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-17-693/) _2026-08-17 · Gael Cooper · News – CNET_ Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 17, 2026. ## [D23: All the New Lands and Rides Revealed for Disneyland and Disney World](https://www.cnet.com/tech/d23-all-the-new-lands-and-rides-revealed-for-disneyland-and-disney-world/) _2026-08-17 · Corinne Reichert · News – CNET_ We heard about a Maleficent coaster, a Tomorrowland revamp, a Monsters, Inc. octopus sushi chef animatronic, the new Cars rides and more. ## [Kingdom Hearts 4 Fans Are Well Fed After 2 Days of Great Trailers](https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/kingdom-hearts-4-fans-are-well-fed-after-2-days-of-great-trailers-2/) _2026-08-16 · Russell Holly · News – CNET_ During a 25th Anniversary panel for Kingdom Hearts, details about the next game came to life. ## [Disney’s Millennium Falcon Ride Activates Fortnite In-Game Rewards](https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/disneys-millennium-falcon-ride-activates-fortnite-in-game-rewards/) _2026-08-16 · Corinne Reichert · News – CNET_ A new custom island in Fortnite is connected with the Star Wars ride at Disneyland and Disney World. ## [Lego Star Wars: The Mandalorian Is Packed With Laughs, Flashbacks and Lots of Grogu](https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/lego-star-wars-the-mandalorian-is-packed-with-laughs-flashbacks-and-lots-of-grogu/) _2026-08-15 · Russell Holly · News – CNET_ On Sept. 2, The Mandalorian and Grogu are getting the Lego treatment. ## [X-Men Cast, VisionQuest Trailer: All the Big Marvel News Out of D23](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/x-men-cast-visionquest-trailer-all-the-big-marvel-news-out-of-d23/) _2026-08-15 · Corinne Reichert · News – CNET_ Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds also begged to be cast in Avengers: Doomsday. ## [Disney D23 Movies and Streaming Lineup: Biggest Surprises and Everything Else](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/disney-d23-movies-and-streaming-lineup-biggest-surprises-and-everything-else/) _2026-08-15 · Corinne Reichert · News – CNET_ Zootopia 3, Coco 2, Percy Jackson season 3, Ice Age 6, live-action Rapunzel, Bluey and a Kingdom Hearts series were some of the major announcements out of Disney’s big event. ## [Patent Filing Suggests Meta’s Facial Recognition Glasses Are Coming](https://www.cnet.com/news/privacy/patent-filing-suggests-metas-facial-recognition-glasses-are-coming/) _2026-08-15 · Omar Gallaga · News – CNET_ A patent filing details ways that Meta could use facial recognition with its smart glasses to create media files, such as videos. ## [Disney Snuck In and Overhauled the Millennium Falcon While You Were Sleeping. Here’s Why](https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/disney-snuck-in-and-overhauled-the-millennium-falcon-while-you-were-sleeping-heres-why/) _2026-08-15 · Russell Holly · News – CNET_ Disney Imagineers put in way more work than you might think to update Smuggler’s Run in Disneyland. ## [Starfighter Trailer, Ahsoka and Anakin: Biggest Star Wars News Out of D23](https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/starfighter-trailer-ahsoka-and-anakin-biggest-star-wars-news-out-of-d23/) _2026-08-15 · Kourtnee Jackson · News – CNET_ Hayden Christensen is back, and Ryan Gosling is ready for his Starfighter role. ## [Ninja’s First-Ever Water Filter Has Already Won Us Over. Here’s Why](https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/ninjas-first-ever-water-filter-has-already-won-us-over-heres-why-2/) _2026-08-13 · David Watsky · News – CNET_ Turning ruby Kool-Aid into pure water was just one of the things that impressed me about Ninja’s new water filter.