Tech/Gear

As millions prepare to snag the best deals during Amazon Prime Day, cybercriminals are preparing too, just not in the way you'd hope. Security researchers have uncovered more than 120,000 fake Amazon websites designed to scam excited shoppers during the retail giant's annual shopping event. With sales set to begin July 8 and run through July 11, the timing couldn't be more sinister. These scam websites, filled with phishing traps, malware and […]

IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER:- Paralyzed man speaks and sings with AI brain-computer interface- Robots are taking over Uber Eats deliveries. Is your city next?- Republicans scrap deal in 'big, beautiful bill' to lower restrictions on states' AI regulationsVOICE BREAKTHROUGH: When someone loses the ability to speak because of a neurological condition like ALS, the impact goes far beyond words. It touches every part of daily life, from sharing a joke with […]

Across industries, companies are feeling the squeeze from labor shortages, rising costs and nonstop pressure to boost efficiency.Robots are quickly becoming real-life solutions, and their promise has never felt more relevant. With factories and warehouses scrambling to fill essential roles, the search for fresh ideas is heating up.That's where AEON comes in. Hexagon's new humanoid robot is built to step into these tough environments, handling repetitive and error-prone tasks so […]

Google Photos has always been a handy way to store and organize your pictures, but its latest feature, Ask Photos, is taking things to a whole new level. Powered by Google's Gemini AI, Ask Photos lets you search your photo library using natural language. Let's take a look at what makes Google Photos AI search so different, what's improved and how it could change the way you interact with your memories.Sign […]

The rise of artificial intelligence in education is forcing schools and universities to rethink everything from homework policies to how final exams are administered. With tools like ChatGPT now widespread, students can generate essays, solve complex math problems or draft lab reports in seconds, raising urgent questions about what authentic learning looks like in 2025. To fight back, some schools are turning to an unlikely solution: pen and paper. The old-school […]

Phones today are more secure than ever, making it harder, but not impossible, for hackers to take control. iPhones have strong protections built in, and while Android devices have improved, they still trail slightly in some areas. Still, phone hacks are more common than most people realize. In rare cases, sophisticated spyware like Pegasus, used by governments to target high-profile individuals, can bypass even top-tier security. But for the average user, […]

H2L, a Tokyo-based technology startup, has launched the Capsule Interface. This breakthrough device lets you control robots with your entire body, transmitting not just movement but also physical force. This technology is poised to transform how humans interact with robots and digital avatars, offering a new level of immersion and precision.Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. […]

There has been little change in U.S. energy consumption over the past decade. Increased efforts to make energy use more efficient have kept levels low. But over the next five years, demand for electricity to power data centers is expected to more than double. Some estimates show the facilities are expected to require as much energy in 2030 as the entire country of Japan does today."Every investor is lining up […]

The Fourth of July might be your favorite summer holiday, but for dogs, it's often the scariest night of the year. Across the country, shelters see a huge uptick in lost pets between July 4 and July 6. Some report increases as high as 60%. July 5 is even considered one of the busiest days for animal shelters. So what's going on? Fireworks. Those loud, unpredictable explosions can send even the calmest […]