Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up

Apple's new App Store rules will require 18+ ratings for dating apps and AI companions that offer sexual or romantic content.

Nov 3, 2026 · Sarah Perez

After 120 Hours of Testing, This Phone Had the Longest-Lasting Battery Life

We benchmarked the battery life on nearly three dozen smartphones from companies like Apple, Samsung, Motorola and Google.

Nov 3, 2026 · Patrick Holland

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use AI to Vote

From hallucinations to partisan bias, artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude are not helpful when it comes to Election Day.

Nov 3, 2026 · David Gilbert

The TechCrunch Founder Summit agenda is only half the reason to be in Boston on Nov. 4

On Nov. 4, TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 brings founders and VCs to Boston's SoWa Power Station for practical insights and connections. Register before prices …

Nov 3, 2026 · TechCrunch Events

Roli Has Fallen Apart—and Left Customers Holding the Bag

The inventive instrument maker collapsed into insolvency, leaving buyers empty-handed and users scrambling to keep their musical gear alive.

Nov 3, 2026 · Boone Ashworth

Beyond screens: Mercedes-Benz's new holographic heads-up display

After pioneering the passenger screen, Mercedes has designs on the windshield.

Nov 3, 2026 · James Riswick

Tomorrow: TechCrunch Founder Summit takes over Boston and when pass rates increase

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Nov 3, 2026 · TechCrunch Events

Apple iPad Mini (2026) Review: A Dream Device, but Who Is It For?

The iPad Mini’s impressive new features make it a better tablet than ever—only to be betrayed by its higher price.

Nov 3, 2026 · Luke Larsen

Bambu Lab’s Newest Flagship Is a Behemoth in More Ways Than One

The Bambu Lab H3C is a large-format 3D printer with nine printheads, and it’s available now.

Nov 3, 2026 · James Bricknell

The Endlessly Meme-able Steve Kornacki Is Not a Meme Person

NBC’s go-to data guru also isn’t quite sure what a subreddit is.

Nov 3, 2026 · Elana Klein

Apple AirPods 5 Review: Better Than Before but Not Quite Pro

Apple finally made ANC standard across the AirPods lineup. But should you still spring for the AirPods Pro 3?

Nov 3, 2026 · Boutayna Chokrane

RedMagic 12 Pro Pairs Qualcomm’s New Chip With the Phone Series’ Biggest Battery Yet

The gaming phone’s 8,400-mAh battery is easily one of the largest we’ve seen in a phone that you can buy in the US.

Nov 3, 2026 · Mike Sorrentino

Is Your Echo Show Display Filling With AI Slop? I Found How to Turn It Off

My Amazon smart display has been filling with AI garbage. Here’s how to clear it out if you’re struggling.

Nov 3, 2026 · Tyler Lacoma

ICE Is Inspiring Latinos to Vote in Historic Numbers

“I did a Latino community event [and said] we have to actually fucking vote to tell these motherfuckers to fuck off,” Nevada secretary of state Cisco Aguilar te…

Nov 3, 2026 · David Gilbert

‘Our Risk, Their Reward’: Zohran Mamdani on AI and Data Centers

Ahead of the midterms, WIRED talked to New York City’s mayor about data centers, AI in schools, and the future of the Democratic party.

Nov 3, 2026 · Katie Drummond

NASA’s Swift Observatory Is Falling to Earth. Here’s What to Know About the Impending Impact

The 3,200-pound satellite is expected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere later this week with a wide reentry zone covering parts of Africa, Australia, Southeast Asia…

Nov 3, 2026 · Javier Carbajal

White Noise Machines Worthy of Your Nightstand in 2026: Snooz, Hatch, and More

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Nov 3, 2026 · Molly Higgins

Ancient Meteorite Found in the Sahara Holds Secrets About Mars’ Watery Past

The 4.1-billion-year-old meteorite is a “Rosetta Stone for Mars,” preserving clues about how the Martian environment has changed since the solar system formed.

Nov 3, 2026 · Jorge Garay

Opioid Users Found a ‘Miracle Drug’ to Help Them Quit. Then the DEA Banned It

On Reddit and Discord, people addicted to opioids say SR-17018 can remove withdrawal symptoms. Despite its potential, the DEA has placed it in the same category…

Nov 3, 2026 · Manisha Krishnan

Yvonne Bajela is bringing $17M in fresh capital to Europe’s startup scene

Evertrue Capital announces $17M debut fund to back early stage AI and fintech.

Nov 3, 2026 · Dominic-Madori Davis

Apple Watch’s AI features for rewinding and recapping conversations begin beta testing

Now in beta: Apple's new Audio Intelligence features can help you remember what someone said or take notes on conversations.

Nov 3, 2026 · Sarah Perez

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Nov 3, 2026 · Boutayna Chokrane

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Nov 3, 2026 · Luke Larsen

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Nov 3, 2026 · Molly Higgins

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Nov 3, 2026 · Kat Merck

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Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 20% off countertop appliances.

Nov 3, 2026 · Molly Higgins

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Nov 3, 2026 · Molly Higgins

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Nov 3, 2026 · Molly Higgins

Google takes Dreambeans to India in bid to bring AI-generated personal stories to the masses

Google's Dreambeans, its latest AI experiment, now supports 13 Indian languages.

Nov 2, 2026 · Jagmeet Singh

Apple may try to increase revenue by doing…something with third-party AI apps

Apple hinted at ways that it could spur revenue through third-party "opportunities" during its Monday night earnings call.

Nov 2, 2026 · Lucas Ropek

Ukraine’s new pocket-sized gadget turns Russian drones’ cameras against them

A Kyiv startup’s pocket-sized, 10-ounce receiver lets Ukrainian troops watch the video feeds of Russian drones, though Russian moves toward digital video and AI…

Nov 2, 2026 · Connie Loizos

Starbucks Drive-Thru AI Could Know What You Want Before You Do

The company will begin testing AI for some orders, including using a form of customer recognition.

Nov 2, 2026 · Alex Valdes

Y Combinator’s Garry Tan uses AI agents so much, he spends up to $200K a year on tokens

Y Combinator Garry Tan has jokingly admitted that he's suffered from "cyber psychosis” and barely sleeps sometimes because he’s so excited to be working with hi…

Nov 2, 2026 · Julie Bort

Hinge tests a cheaper plan as users become more fed up paying for dating apps

At a time when people are increasingly tired of dating apps, Hinge is testing a cheaper subscription plan.

Nov 2, 2026 · Lauren Forristal

Anthropic Addresses Video Game Cloning With Minor Claude Update

There’s a fine line between AI creations inspired by video games and those that are infringing copyright.

Nov 2, 2026 · Omar Gallaga

"At Home in Space" opens, caps Air and Space Museum renovation

The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has all of its "space" back open.

Nov 2, 2026 · Robert Pearlman

Apple says it’s ‘hard to predict’ when iPhone Duo constraints will improve

Apple says iPhone Duo production is ramping up, but it still can't say when supply will catch up with demand as shipping delays stretch into next year.

Nov 2, 2026 · Sarah Perez