Jun 27, 2007 10:26 PM

Patent Fun: Do These Mice Look Similar?

Microsoft is being sued over the design of an ergonomic mouse, which inventor Jack Lo believes infringes a patent he owns.

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Physical Media Is Making a Comeback. The Next Console Generation Might Kill It

Consoles with disc drives are the easiest way to enjoy all kinds of physical media, but that could end with the next-gen PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix.

Matt Kamen

Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off

From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.

Luke Larsen

‘Creepy’ Listening Tool for Targeted Ads Didn’t Actually Work, FTC Says

Three firms will pay nearly $1 million for selling “Active Listening” technology that they claimed tapped people’s phones for advertising. The FTC alleges the “tech” was just pricey email lists.

Maddy Varner

Finally, a Great Free Radio App for Windows

Tune into live broadcasts from your Windows desktop with Trdo, a free and open-source application.

Justin Pot

Chevron Wants a School District Tax Break for a Data Center Power Plant in Texas

The move could save the oil company hundreds of millions, even as Texas lawmakers start looking at reining in incentives for data centers.

Molly Taft

Flush With Cash From OpenAI, Opal Is Making an AI-Powered Audio Gadget

Opal, the company famous for making a fancy webcam, has pivoted to making other consumer electronics. Fueled by big investments from OpenAI and Samsung, it’s working on an audio gadget first.

Julian Chokkattu

Enclayve Is a Drab Black Box for Your Private Group Chats

I put my family on a private social network, and all I got was this lousy group chat. At least it’s secure.

Boone Ashworth

How to Watch Google I/O

Google I/O is back with updates to Search, Android, Gemini, and a fresh peek at upcoming Android XR smart glasses. Here's how to watch the announcements live and what to expect.

Boone Ashworth

Everyone at the Musk v. Altman Trial Is Using Fancy Butt Cushions

The plaintiffs and defense have rested their cases, as well as their rear ends.

Paresh Dave

Why Apple Might Put Cameras Into Its Next AirPods

From battery life to privacy, there are many hurdles to the idea taking off.

Sophie Charara

Xreal’s New $299 ‘xbx’ Smart Glasses Channel Xbox Vibes

These display smart glasses can connect to a phone, laptop, or gaming handheld and project the screen to your eyeballs.

Boone Ashworth

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Molly Higgins