Here's what's making news today in tech — picked from the 10 sources I trust, translated for normal humans.
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Camera AirPods Code Reveals Image Capture Resolution, Status Light, Person Detection, and More
Apple is quietly building AirPods with tiny cameras inside each earbud, and hidden code in Apple's latest software reveals they can capture color images and detect when a person is nearby. The left and right earbuds work together to take paired photos, and a status light will let you know when the camera is active. For Portage County: Nothing to buy yet, but if you wear AirPods, know that future models may have cameras, so watch for announcements from Apple before your next upgrade.
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Microsoft Entra ID Flaw (CVSS 10.0) Exploited in Wild, Allows Remote Code Execution
Microsoft found a serious security flaw in its sign-in system, called Entra ID, that could let attackers take control of accounts remotely, and it has already been used in real attacks. Microsoft says customers do not need to do anything, as the company is handling the fix on its end. For Portage County: If you use a Microsoft account to sign in to your computer or email, keep an eye out for any unusual activity or sign-in alerts, and call Bill if something looks off.
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Nevada allows Uber, Tesla and Waymo to start paid robotaxi service
Nevada has approved Uber, Tesla, and Waymo to charge passengers for rides in self-driving cars with no human driver behind the wheel. This is one of the first times paid robotaxi service has been officially allowed in a U.S. state. For Portage County: Robotaxis are not coming to Atwater anytime soon, but if you visit Las Vegas or Reno, you may have the option to try one.
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GitLab CVE-2026-19478 Comes Under Active Exploitation Within Days of Disclosure
A security flaw in GitLab, a tool used by software developers to store and share code, is being actively attacked just days after it was made public. Attackers can get in without a password and change or delete project data. For Portage County: Most seniors do not use GitLab directly, but if your grandchild or a local business stores software projects there, let them know to update GitLab right away.
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Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor
Apple is expected to release new iPhone 18 Pro models in about a month, and the big color news is that the bold orange from last year is being replaced by a dark, moody shade called Dark Cherry, described as a mix of red and purple. The foldable iPhone, also expected soon, is rumored to stick with more traditional colors. For Portage County: If you are planning to upgrade your iPhone this fall, wait until Apple's official announcement before buying, since new models typically arrive in September.
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Suspected Russian Hackers Abuse Google OAuth and WhatsApp Linking to Hijack Accounts
Suspected Russian hackers are using legitimate Google and WhatsApp sign-in steps to trick people into handing over access to their accounts, targeting researchers, government workers, and defense employees in the U.S. and Europe. The attacks look like normal login requests, making them hard to spot. For Portage County: If you get an unexpected text or email asking you to approve a sign-in or link your WhatsApp to another device, do not tap anything and call Bill before you do.
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Google Pixel 11 Review: Minor Upgrade
Google's new Pixel 11 phone is out, and reviewers say it is a solid Android phone with modest improvements over last year's model but nothing dramatically new. It runs the latest Android software and takes good photos. For Portage County: If your Android phone is more than three years old and slowing down, the Pixel 11 is worth a look, but there is no urgent reason to rush out if your current phone still works well.
This digest is auto-generated daily at 6 AM ET from leading tech news sources.
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