https://technomalist.com/ Independent technology reporting and practical analysis. en https://technomalist.com/article/nanoleaf-s-new-monitor-stand-combines-ergonomics-with-smart-lighting-662793/ https://technomalist.com/article/nanoleaf-s-new-monitor-stand-combines-ergonomics-with-smart-lighting-662793/ Nanoleaf launches a smart monitor stand that elevates screens, handles heavy loads, and integrates dual LED lighting with Matter compatibility. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:26:16 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/apple-delays-smart-glasses-to-2027-to-tackle-privacy-concerns-711653/ https://technomalist.com/article/apple-delays-smart-glasses-to-2027-to-tackle-privacy-concerns-711653/ Apple has pushed back its smart glasses launch to focus on privacy, with on-device processing and no facial recognition, according to a Bloomberg report. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:26:06 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/google-hints-at-pixel-11-price-increase-citing-higher-memory-costs-215830/ https://technomalist.com/article/google-hints-at-pixel-11-price-increase-citing-higher-memory-costs-215830/ Google acknowledged that the next Pixel phone will likely cost more, blaming the rising price of RAM driven by AI data center demand. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:52:15 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/light-unveils-299-flip-phone-for-digital-detox-ceo-shares-his-minimalist-245179/ https://technomalist.com/article/light-unveils-299-flip-phone-for-digital-detox-ceo-shares-his-minimalist-245179/ The Light Flip, a minimalist flip phone designed to complement a primary smartphone, is now available for preorder. CEO Kai Tang offers a rare glimpse into his own stripped-down mobile experience. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:52:02 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/ghost-rider-and-black-panther-iii-headline-marvel-s-comic-con-surprises-565614/ https://technomalist.com/article/ghost-rider-and-black-panther-iii-headline-marvel-s-comic-con-surprises-565614/ Marvel announced Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider and confirmed Black Panther III for December 2028 at Comic-Con, alongside a new Avengers trailer and cast updates. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:51:58 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/steam-discussion-forums-weaponized-in-clickfix-attacks-to-spread-xmrig-c-702349/ https://technomalist.com/article/steam-discussion-forums-weaponized-in-clickfix-attacks-to-spread-xmrig-c-702349/ Threat actors are exploiting Steam community forums with fake troubleshooting posts that trick users into running malicious PowerShell commands, silently installing cryptomining malware on their systems. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:54:14 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/data-center-disconnection-surge-risks-grid-stability-experts-warn-658384/ https://technomalist.com/article/data-center-disconnection-surge-risks-grid-stability-experts-warn-658384/ A fallen power line near Washington, D.C., triggered a mass disconnection of data centers that sent voltage spikes across the mid-Atlantic grid, exposing a systemic vulnerability as AI-driven demand grows. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:54:03 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/openai-s-chatgpt-hit-by-global-outage-services-restored-after-nearly-an--539705/ https://technomalist.com/article/openai-s-chatgpt-hit-by-global-outage-services-restored-after-nearly-an--539705/ ChatGPT and related services experienced a major outage lasting about 50 minutes, affecting users worldwide before OpenAI applied a fix. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:53:50 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-three-month-code-drops-to-39-at-eneba-258921/ https://technomalist.com/article/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-three-month-code-drops-to-39-at-eneba-258921/ A three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription is available for $39.01 at Eneba, significantly below the standard $69 cost, granting access to the full game library and upcoming titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:53:30 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/github-and-pypi-introduce-time-based-barriers-to-supply-chain-attacks-208524/ https://technomalist.com/article/github-and-pypi-introduce-time-based-barriers-to-supply-chain-attacks-208524/ GitHub’s Dependabot now enforces a 72-hour cooldown before updating packages, while PyPI blocks new file uploads to releases older than 14 days. The measures aim to limit the impact of compromised packages and prevent attackers from poisoning established releases. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:52:59 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/what-surrounds-us-turns-circles-into-a-meditative-puzzle-adventure-060081/ https://technomalist.com/article/what-surrounds-us-turns-circles-into-a-meditative-puzzle-adventure-060081/ A donut-like protagonist navigates a world made entirely of circles in this brief but thoughtful PC game that echoes classic Zelda exploration. Technology Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:52:31 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/lower-power-data-center-chips/ https://technomalist.com/article/lower-power-data-center-chips/ Cloud infrastructure providers are putting efficiency alongside raw computing performance. Infrastructure Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:46:43 GMT https://technomalist.com/article/cross-platform-web-features/ https://technomalist.com/article/cross-platform-web-features/ A new compatibility effort aims to make important web features behave consistently across major browsers. 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