Millions Of Android Phones Are Getting A Free Google Upgrade

Google has confirmed major new Android features rolling out this week to millions of phones. But the update is also missing one major AI tool that Google is quiet about.

Elroy Air Completes Major Test Under Federal VTOL Program

Autonomous hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing cargo drone company Elroy Air says it has completed a major test as part of a federal program to promote VTOLS.

Why Everyone Is Wrong About The ‘Harry Potter’ HBO Show

HBO’s new Harry Potter trailer offers the best look yet at the upcoming TV adaptation, its new cast, Hogwarts and a more faithful take on the books.

New ‘Barbie Of Tomorrow’ Looks Like A Humanoid Robot

Priced at $100, this “Barbie of tomorrow” aims to keep the iconic doll ready for the robot age. It will be available starting Friday.

Today’s NYT Connections Answers Explained For Thursday, September 3

Not sure what today’s NYT Connections answers are all about? Find out just what the different words in today’s grid mean and how they fit together.

What Happens When You Build VR For Kids Who Actually Need It

Arche XR, led by Nicholas Thomson, is tackling this by using immersive VR technology to deliver engaging, evidence-based mental health interventions.

Workers Face Open Enrollment Shock As Cost Increase Hits 24-Year High

Employee health benefit costs are expected to rise 8.2% on average in 2027 — the highest increase since 2003 – benefits consultancy Marsh says.

Workers Face Open-Enrollment Shock As Cost Hits 24-Year High

Employee health benefit costs are expected to rise 8.2% on average in 2027 — the highest increase since 2003 — according to estimates.

Google Tapping A $350 Million Solar Plant Powered With Zinc Batteries

Its data centers will be the main customers for a grid-connected solar and battery plant that blends lithium packs for short-term use with 10-hour zinc modules.

Here’s A $32 Million Bet That Robots Don’t Need A Billion Dollars Of Real-World Data

How much real-world data do you need to train robots? A billion dollars worth? Antioch’s latest funding is an argument that you don’t, in fact, need that much.