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Spigen has just launched a retro-themed Apple Watch chargerThe device is inspired by the iMac G3 from 1998It joins Spigen’s other accessories themed on classic devicesIn the annals of great Apple products, the iMac G3 is generally seen as one of the company’s best Macs. Not only was it incredibly innovative when it launched in 1998, but it helped usher in the second Steve Jobs era and almost single-handedly saved Apple from bankruptcy. Not a bad resumé, that.These days, it’s not easy to get your hands on a working iMac G3, given it’s approaching 30 years old. But you can now get the next best thing, as accessory maker Spigen has just released an Apple Watch charger shaped like the famous iMac G3 – and it’s giving me all sorts of nostalgic vibes.Dubbed the Apple Watch Classic C1 Charger Stand, Spigen’s device comprises an Apple Watch charger housing designed to look like a miniature mockup of an iMac G3 (unfortunately, you need to supply your own Apple Watch charging cable).To power up your smartwatch, you simply place it on the puck – positioned over the iMac’s display – and it’ll start juicing up in StandBy mode.Where do I sign?(Image credit: Spigen)But the real delight is the range of colors at your disposal. The iMac G3 was famous for the vibrant shades it offered up, marking a striking departure from the contemporaneous world of bland beige PC boxes.Mirroring that, Spigen’s charger is available in Tangerine, Graphite, and Ruby tones, as well as the renowned Bondi Blue that helped establish the iMac’s signature look.And like the G3, the colorful elements of Spigen’s charger are translucent, letting you see into its (mostly empty) guts. With the iMac, this was intended to demystify the internal workings of the device at a time when most people were wary of computers. Apple’s designers even went to a jellybean factory to learn how to create the appropriate effect.The iMac-inspired charger is not the only retro-flavored gadget Spigen is making. The company has a whole line of C1 products that are inspired by classic Apple creations. You’ll find iPhone cases, MagSafe wallets, AirPods cases, and more. If you’re a fan of the aesthetic, it might be worth a look.You might also likeRanked: the best iMacs ever, as the iconic all-in-one turns 25Best Apple Watch charging stands 2024: Dock and charge your smartwatchThis new Apple Watch and USB-C charging cable looks like my ultimate travel accessory, but I’m less keen on the price

The Pixel Camera app is in line for a redesignWe're still waiting for the revamp to go liveMore Material 3 Expressive updates are comingAndroid 16 is out now for Pixel phones (and coming soon for Galaxy phones), and while the Material 3 Expressive redesign we've been promised is lagging behind, it looks as though it's going to arrive for the Pixel Camera app in the not-too-distant future.As spotted by Android Authority, the latest version of the Camera app for Pixel devices features a settings menu revamp that fits in with the Material 3 Expressive redesign – a redesign intended to add more feeling and appeal to the visuals of Android.The interface changes haven't actually been enabled yet, but the Android Authority team has been able to get them working: we've got subtle changes to backgrounds and spacing that really show off the potential of Material 3 Expressive.While the difference in the visuals isn't huge, little touches – such as the checks and crosses on the toggle switches – make a real difference to how easy on the eye and intuitive the camera settings page is.A taste of what's to comeA before and after view of the Pixel Camera app settings (Image credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority)It's frustrating that the Material 3 Expressive redesign is taking a while to roll out, but I'd rather Google took its time and got the new look right, rather than rushing it and leaving us with apps and interface elements that don't look their best.While the settings page in the camera app might not be the most exciting screen you're ever going to come across, I'm really looking forward to the revamp: the look of Android has grown a little stale in recent years, especially on Pixel phones.I'm a fan of simplicity and minimalism when it comes to interface design, but the Pixel version of Android could definitely use a bit more flair and emotion, without changing too much – and that's exactly what the Material 3 Expressive design is bringing here.Of course, this is all happening while Apple beta tests its own Liquid Glass visual revamp for the iPhone and its other devices. That goes way beyond the changes in Android 16, with a host of tweaks inspired by glass and transparency.You might also likeAndroid 16 is adding extra security features to your phone5 new features coming with Android 16Apple's Liquid Glass design puts the spotlight on skeuomorphism

Europol takes down Archetyp Market after five years of investigationOne person was arrested, and "measures" taken against othersMillions in different assets were seizedA massive international law enforcement operation has seen one of the longest-standing dark web marketplaces finally taken offline.Europol said a large-scale operation saw it dismantle Archetyp Market, described as a “drug marketplace” that allowed, among other things, the sale of fentanyl, one of the most dangerous synthetic opioids out there.Archetyp Market operated for more than five years, numbering more than 600,000 users, and amassing a total transaction volume of more than $280 million. By the time it was dismantled, it had more than 17,000 listings, Europol claims.Farewell Archetyp MarketThe infrastructure was found in the Netherlands, and was subsequently dismantled.A 30-year-old German national was found in Barcelona, Spain, and arrested. “Measures” were taken against one alleged moderator, and six people described as “the marketplace’s highest vendors”.The agency did not detail what these “measures” were, but added that it seized $9 million in assets.“With this takedown, law enforcement has taken out one of the dark web’s longest-running drug markets, cutting off a major supply line for some of the world’s most dangerous substances,” commented Europol’s Deputy Executive Director of Operations Jean-Philippe Lecouffe.“By dismantling its infrastructure and arresting its key players, we are sending a clear message: there is no safe haven for those who profit from harm.”Europol said the action was the result of “years of intensive investigative work”, during which detectives mapped out the platform’s technical architecture and identified the individuals behind it. They were following the money trail, and analyzed digital forensic evidence, allowing them to determine key players and important locations.The operation was conducted between June 11 and 13 in five European countries: Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, Spain, Sweden.Besides national police forces and Europol, other agencies were involved as well: Eurojust, and the US Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), IRS-Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), and the Department of Justice (USDOJ).You might also likeThis wiper malware takes data destruction to a whole new levelTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

The Nintendo Switch 2 doesn't include a warranty card to prevent scalpersResellers in Japan are now required to have proof of purchase before they can resell their Nintendo Switch 2Switch 2 owners in Japan need to send in their receipt along with their console to request a repairIn an attempt to combat scalpers in Japan, Nintendo has excluded a vital component from the Nintendo Switch 2 box, making it harder to resell the console.As reported by IGN, owners of the latest Switch model in Japan have noticed that the console doesn't come with a physical warranty card, which is typically required for in-store hardware repairs.Alternatively, owners are now required to have proof of purchase in the form of a receipt to get their Switch 2 repaired by Nintendo Japan’s official repair service, a change which has also made reselling the console much more difficult for scalpers.For this reason, resellers on Japanese online retailers are being forced to include their receipts; however, it appears that Mercari Japan is now prohibiting receipts, a marketplace where people have been buying and reselling the console."I'm reselling the Switch 2 on Mercari, but recently, more and more people are listing it with receipts. You need a receipt for the warranty. Buyers want that too," said TeamSubRockman (X / Twitter translate)."In conclusion, this is a clear violation of Mercari's terms and conditions. It's out of the grey area. Nintendo, you've set up so many traps, it's amazing."With the original Switch, which did come with a warranty card in Japan, owners only have to send in a copy of the card to request a repair.Now, with the new proof of purchase rule, Switch 2 owners in Japan are required to send in their receipt along with their console to be repaired, according to Nintendo Japan.According to Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware Warranty, in the EU, the Switch 2 warranty only covers the console for 24 months post-purchase and "does not cover the Product if it has been resold, or used for rental or commercial purposes."Similarly, the Nintendo of America version of the warranty reads: "The original purchaser is entitled to this warranty only if the consumer can demonstrate, to Nintendo's satisfaction, that the product was purchased within the last 12 months."In addition, proof of purchase is required for repairs outside of Japan, according to the Nintendo UK Terms of Service, and if owners are unable to supply a receipt, "the Product will be considered to be outside of your Nintendo Warranty and a service fee will apply for any repair work undertaken."You might also like...Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live: US stock is still absent, while Amazon and ebuyer in the UK have inventory right nowHere are the Nintendo Switch 2 launch games that arrived alongside the new consoleI’ve spent 150 hours with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and the Switch 2 Edition is an incredible upgrade

Windows 11’s June update is failing to install for some peopleIt’s complicated because Microsoft released an initial update this month – which was paused – and then a revised patch that replaced itThis revised patch is also causing unfortunate bugs according to some reportsWindows 11’s latest update is proving problematic for some folks who can’t even install it, and others are running into trouble with bugs in the patch – or the fact that it doesn’t resolve the issues that it’s supposed to.We need to rewind a bit here for context, and remember that Microsoft got off to a bad start with Windows 11 24H2’s update for June. The initial patch (codenamed KB5060842) was paused after Microsoft discovered that it was clashing with an anti-cheat tool, meaning games using that system would crash.To resolve this, Microsoft released a second update (patch KB5063060) that replaced the first patch in Windows Update, but as Windows Latest reports, people are running into installation failures with that upgrade.Some users are encountering the usual nonsensical and unhelpful error messages (bearing meaningless error codes like ‘0x800f0922’), while others say that the revised update gets stuck downloading and never actually finishes.This is based on complaints from Microsoft’s Feedback Hub, readers contacting Windows Latest directly, and posts on Reddit like this one, which describes a worrying boot loop (of three to four reboots) before the user got back into Windows 11 to discover the update installation hadn’t worked.There are people also saying they’ve run into bugs with KB5063060. Those include reports of the taskbar freezing when the PC wakes up from sleep, and issues with external monitors going wrong and Bluetooth devices being forgotten (so you must rediscover them every time Windows 11 is restarted).There are some more worrying reports of PCs ending up freezing full-stop, so they need to be rebooted. And there are a few complaints (again on Reddit) that even after installing this second patch – which is supposed to work fine with games that use Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) – some games are still problematic.“I still get the same problem playing Star Citizen," wrote one gamer. "Game freezing randomly and the Windows event log viewer showing the EAC error.”There are further reports of Fortnite and efootball25 (which used to be PES) still crashing, so it seems that not all the wrinkles have been ironed out.Analysis: a disappointingly messy rollout for June(Image credit: Shutterstock / fizkes)Installation failures are a long-running problem with Windows 11 (and Windows 10 for that matter). It’s therefore no surprise that, given the misfire with the initial update, more issues are now cropping up.As Windows Latest points out, because there were two updates this time round, there may be issues with PCs that already grabbed KB5060842 and are now getting the second KB5063060 update, due to having a game with EAC installed that’s affected by the anti-cheat compatibility bug in the first one.In such scenarios, it’s possible that Windows 11 trying to overwrite the first patch with the second is causing Windows Update to fall over. Those in this situation should be limited in numbers, though, as Microsoft pulled the first patch quite swiftly (so it didn’t get through to many PCs with games that use EAC, at least in theory anyway).That’s just speculation, but whichever way you slice it, this has been a messy rollout of an update (well, a pair of updates technically).What can you do if you’re stuck unable to install the revised June update? One approach is to download the update manually and install it directly, which you can do by grabbing the file from Microsoft's site (the x64 version, as the Arm-based one is for Snapdragon PCs).That should install successfully, but I’d be rather wary of taking this approach if you’re not a reasonably confident computer user.Alternatively, you can simply wait until Microsoft hopefully sorts out any issue(s) behind the scenes on its side, and the update might just succeed under its own steam later this week. There’s no guarantee of that, though, and you’re very much in a less-than-ideal situation.Those who can install the revised update, but are still experiencing crashing with games (or elsewhere) can’t do much except wait and pray any issues are resolved. The only other possible route is to uninstall the patch, but that’s not recommended due to it leaving your PC without the latest round of security fixes provided with every cumulative update for Windows 11. (You also won’t get the newest features either, some of which are nifty additions).You might also like...Windows 11's hidden PC migration feature proves Microsoft isn't messing around when it comes to killing off Windows 10macOS Tahoe 26 is official - here's everything you need to know about all the new featuresCan’t upgrade to Windows 11? This Linux project wants to save your old PC from the scrapheap when Windows 10 support ends

Oh, Gold. It’s not April 1, it’s just a weird surprise. Donald Trump is launching a phone called Trump Mobile, which comes with wireless plans (starting at $47.25) and even a phone called the T1 Phone.

During the announcement event at Trump Tower in New York City, Donald Trump Jr. said they were building something for “people who have been underserved,” and to “make sure that real Americans could get true value from their mobile carriers.”

(Trump Mobile’s only plan is roughly double that of equivalent offerings at other low-cost carriers, like Mint Mobile and Boost Mobile.)

It’s not just phone service, however: The plan will supposedly include a telemedicine service powered by Doctegrity, roadside assistance provided by Drive America and mobile device protection by Omega Mobile Care.

The T1 Phone will be a gold-accented (of course) smartphone manufactured in the United States. So expect to factor that into what it might eventually cost. (Bloomberg has reported it will be a $500 device.)

According to the Trump Mobile site, the T1 phone will have 6.8-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, a rear three-camera setup with a 50MP main camera and a “5000mAh long life camera,” which we’re all guessing is meant to say battery.

— Mat Smith

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Android 16 is out (on all eligible Pixel phones)

Major updates include new live update notifications.

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Google has released Android 16 to early compatible handsets. The company says new devices will come preloaded with the OS in “the coming months.” As usual, it’s first coming to Google’s own Pixel phones. The biggest noticeable change might be live updates in notifications. This means actions like ride shares and food deliveries will get a progress bar directly in the notifications. Camera wise, Android 16 adds automatic night mode scene detection, hybrid auto exposure and more precise color temperature adjustments. UltraHDR images have been improved, with support for HEIC encoding.

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Teslas hit kid-sized dummies in Full Self-Driving tests

Anti-Tesla organizations repeated the test-drive trial eight times.

Tesla has reportedly pushed back the rollout of its upcoming all-electric, fully autonomous car called the Cybercab. Meanwhile, a recent demonstration in Austin, Texas, showed a Tesla Model Y running through a school bus’ flashing lights and stop signs and repeatedly hitting child-size mannequins. The Dawn Project conducted the tests by , alongside Tesla Takedown and ResistAustin, and showed Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software repeating the same mistake eight times.

Tesla’s autonomous driving feature is formally known as Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and “requires a fully attentive driver.” Tesla even has a warning that says, “failure to follow these instructions could cause damage, serious injury or death.”

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Switch 2 Pro Controller review

Nintendo’s best gamepad simply costs too much.

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The Switch 2 Pro controller is the most refined gamepad Nintendo has ever made. It’s just a shame that, at $85, it’s so expensive and doesn’t have Hall effect sticks. There are also a decent number of third-party options, if you’re looking for more refined controls.

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Designed for APS-C (Super 35) mirrorless camerasAvailable for Sony E, Canon RF, Fujifilm X and L-mount systemsIt costs $919 / £779 (Australia price TBC) and will be on sale from July 10I remember first casting my eyes on the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 zoom lens. It was the go-to lens for creatives cutting their teeth in the filmmaking world, and it seemed to be on every low-budget set.It was a cutting-edge lens, in that it offered a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture across its versatile wide-angle zoom range, and it was relatively cheap.Despite it being designed for DSLR cameras, such was its appeal that many users adapted it for other systems, such as mirrorless. Put simply, there was no other lens like it.So it's particularly exciting for me that Sigma has just reinvented the lens for mirrorless cameras, with the new 17-40mm F1.8 DC Art, complete with some tasty upgrades.The new 17-40mm F1.8 costs $919 / £779 (Australia price TBC) and comes in Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF and L-mount versions, with no word on a Nikon Z version yet. Sales are due to start on July 10, although the Canon version will come later in August.The next go-to lens for aspiring filmmakers?Sigma's 18-35mm was the world's first f/1.8 zoom lens when it launched in 2013. Its bright maximum aperture and zoom range versatility was key to its success – it could be the only lens you needed on set, plus it was a handy lens for stills, too.That's not to say the 18-35mm was the perfect lens. It was heavy, plus its autofocus was a tad sluggish. Now, more than 12 years later, in steps the new 17-40mm F1.8 for mirrorless cameras with big upgrades across the board.Firstly, the latest version is much lighter. In fact, at just 18.9oz / 535g, it's over 30% lighter than the 18-35mm.It's also dust- and splash-resistant, and equipped with a customizable aperture ring offering both clicked or smooth adjustments.(Image credit: Sigma)Its complex lens construction comprises 17 elements in 11 groups, for what Sigma says is superior optical performance – that's a given for a mirrorless lens versus one designed for DSLRs.You'll have already noted that the 17-40mm zoom range is wider and longer, too (it's a 25.5-60mm full-frame equivalent), making for an even more versatile optic.In fact, the 17-40mm employs an inner zoom, meaning the length of the lens is unchanged as you change focal length. Focus breathing is suppressed too, which is also a boon for filmmakers, as is the 'High-response Linear Actuator' which supposedly delivers quiet, fast and precise autofocus.The Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC Art sounds like a phenomenal zoom lens for APS-C (Super 35) cameras, and I expect it to make itself at home on low-budget film sets for many years to come.You might also likeI’ve tested all 4 of Sigma’s bargain f/1.4 primes for Canon cameras – here’s how to decide which one to buyI’ve shot hundreds of photos with the stunning Sigma BF – despite its flaws, it makes other cameras feel ordinarySigma announces the world’s first f/1.8 full-frame zoom for mirrorless cameras – and it looks a treat for filmmakers

One Pokémon player has lost over 1,000 hours of Pokémon Scarlet gameplay and 20 years of progress after transferring their data to the Nintendo Switch 2Redditor ThatOtaku26, and other users, have said their save files for the game are gone after completing the transfer processPlayers are recommending backing up data via the Pokémon Home app before beginning the transfer processBeware if you're planning on transferring your Pokémon data to the Nintendo Switch 2, because one player has lost hundreds of hours of progress.According to redditor ThatOtaku26 (via IGN), after going through the process of transferring their original Switch save data for Pokémon Scarlet to the new console, after booting up the game, they found that it was lost.The user claimed that their save file consisted of over 1,000 hours of gameplay and said that they had also lost over 20 years of data brought over from previous generations of Pokémon games."I just got a Switch 2, did the startup and initial data transfer with no issues," said ThatOtaku26 in a now-deleted post. "My Scarlet save file is gone. It loads straight into the language selection and create a character screens. No data on my OLED. Just all gone."THERE WAS NO ERROR IN DATA TRANSFER AT ALL," the user added. "IT WENT FINE. ALL MY OTHER POKEMON DATA IS STILL THERE, BUT NOT SCARLET. I had mons from my original GBA up to current on there. Literally 20 years worth of data. There's nothing I can do. I don't even know if i wanna play anymore."Other users have also been reporting the same issue, with one Redditor explaining that the same issue happened to them when transferring data to the OLED from the original Switch."Tears were shed," said Grouchy-Cress-215.It seems that Pokémon Scarlet isn't the only game being affected, either, with one user claiming they lost all saved data for games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, and more.Another user wrote, "The same thing happened to me but literally all my saved data isn't there anymore like BOTW, TOTK, MK8, Pokémon Sword and Shield, Scarlet and Violet, and so on," said Existing-Possible550. "I literally have to play everything from the start."Luckily for those who haven't begun the process of transferring their data to the Switch 2, there is a way to safeguard your save files.According to multiple users in the thread, backing up your data to the Pokémon Home app is vital if you don't want to lose your Pokémon."If I get Switch 2 in the future, I will first transfer all my Pokémon to Home before data transferring," said TheJannikku. "I can't imagine how I would if that happened to me."You might also like...Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live: US stock is still absent, while Amazon and ebuyer in the UK have inventory right nowHere are the Nintendo Switch 2 launch games that arrived alongside the new consoleI’ve spent 150 hours with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and the Switch 2 Edition is an incredible upgrade