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Police may be able to bypass one of iOS’s strongest security features The revelation is from a leaked video from the GrayKey device’s creator It has worrying ramifications for your data privacy A company that works with law enforcement says it has bypassed a key iOS security feature that protects your sensitive information from being extracted from your iPhone without your permission. But it could be a step backward for user privacy and the security of your personal data. According to a report from 404 Media , Magnet Forensics — the company behind the GrayKey device police use to crack open iPhones — has developed a new workaround that lets anyone with a GrayKey sidestep Apple’s Inactivity Reboot feature , plus a whole lot more. And it’s been using this exploit since at least early 2025, when a video seen by 404 Media was dated. Inactivity Reboot is an iOS feature that automatically restarts you...

EVGo says dynamic power sharing delivers the right charge to all EVs Up to 750kW could charge EVs in less than 10 minutes But China is still racing ahead with megawatt charging capabilities One of the largest and most “highly utilized” public fast charging providers in the US has revealed details of its next generation equipment that can deliver up to 750kW charging speeds, which will be enough to top up some of the fastest charging EVs on sale in around ten minutes. While there aren’t any models on the market that can charge at the full 750kW rate, more manufacturers are starting to push the limits of what's possible, with the likes of Mercedes-Benz , BMW and Rivian all readying vehicles that can manage anywhere between 400kW to 600kW in the case of the upcoming Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. Once tethered, the high performance outlets could see the fastest-charging electric vehicles current...

Meta has used the experimental designation for AI data centers to save billions in tax credits The designation is not allowed to be used for standard business operations Meta has labelled its AI data centers as 'pilot models' allowing the company to avoid some taxes on the AI chips that outfit its facilities Meta has been caught in some hot water with the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) over the classification of some of its AI data centers as ‘experimental’ facilities. This designation allows companies to claim back some tax credits on the equipment it purchases for an experiment, as it could fail and leave the company out of pocket. These tax credits are an incentive for companies to innovate and there are strict rules around claiming them for standard business operations. According to the New York Times , Meta’s designation of some of its campuses as experimental - with the potential...

Casio is reportedly planning to launch CRW-002, a second version of its popular CRW-001 ring The first-generation ring, although something of a novelty, instantly sold out Casio's retro pull is strong, as its step-tracking F-B100W 'smart' watch is also very popular Casio's CRW-001 gadget, the catchy name for its retro digital watch ring, sells like absolute hotcakes. Since its December 2024 debut, periodic restocks of the niche little watch-ring hybrid continue to sell out. We're not sure whether this can technically be classed as one of the best smart rings , but this weird little gadget certainly has its devotees. Now, a new version is apparently on the horizon, according to a report by Russian website Casioblog , spotted and translated by Notebookcheck. Dubbed, sensibly, CRW-002, the new smart ring is based on Casio's iconic metal A168 watch series. It's said to be ...

Fall has arrived, and it's International Coffee Day today, which makes it the perfect occasion for a roundup of Pumpkin Spice coffee. Before you bankrupt yourself indulging your Pumpkin Spice habit at Starbucks, it's worth checking to see if you could take care of it in the comfort of your own home. From Nespresso pods to K-Cups to ground coffee, there are pumpkin spiced options for every at-home coffee station setup. If you're looking for an authentic Starbucks flavor, you can actually purchase the brand's own Pumpkin Spice blend in K-Cup, Nespresso Vertuo pod, and ground coffee form. It's one of three special-edition flavors, and I've also included the other two (Smoked Butterscotch and Fall Blend) below, mainly because they both sounded delicious. They're there in case you fancy mixing things up. Ground coffee is perfect if you use a French press, AeroPress or filte...

Bambu Lab has started its Halloween Sale, with a collection of themed bundles, filament offers, Maker's Supply discounts, and CyberBrick deals. The sale period runs from September 28 to October 16. • Shop the Halloween Sale at Bambu Lab No, I don't know why it ends before Halloween either, but if you're pairing those deals with a Bambu Lab machine, I've picked out the top three 3D printers I'd buy based on our workshop tests. My top cheap 3D printer for beginners A1 Mini 3D Printer: $219 Despite being the cheapest of my three picks, the Bambu Lab A1 mini is a terrific choice if you're new to 3D printing. Its tiny footprint means it won't take up a lot of space and the full automatic calibration removes much of the manual setup. View Deal In his five-star review , our 3D printer expert Alastair said: "Boasting exceptional build quality and advanced features, it str...

Data center developer offers households $10,000 each in attempt to get huge campus approved Residents have called the payment a 'bribe', and list numerous concerns over pollution, water use, and property values Developer's chief marketing officer called the payment a "pretty radical and pretty leading-edge" idea Households in Hazle, Pennsylvania, were offered $10,000 each as part of a plan to help get a 1,300 acre AI data center built near the town - but it hasn’t gone exactly as planned. NorthPoint Development believed the scheme - which would cost $45 million - would help convince local residents to get on board with having the campus built, but many residents are calling the payment a “bribe” and have refused. The developers have also planned a further $120 million over the next 15 years through funding for community projects and the police department if the data center i...