The Brutalist Report

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• 'We have not ruled this out': The water-based battery that could turn whole data centers into energy storage [8d]
• Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, July 14 (game #1632) [8d]
• NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, July 14 (game #1129) [8d]
• NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, July 14 (game #863) [8d]
• Like photosynthesis in plants: This CPU uses solar power to 'run computations' without the need for batteries [8d]
• Quote of the day by Steve Jobs: 'The only problem with Microsoft is they just have no taste' — a potshot at a bitter rival [9d]
• Like Google’s Project Loon, but for missiles: Ukraine is weaponizing stratospheric balloons to boost strike range [9d]
• How to download the iOS 27 public beta — and 3 new things to try first [9d]
• Watch out Windows users, a Secure Boot update has been blocked on Windows 11 PCs due to failing on some devices — here's how to check if you're affected [9d]
• Space Force has a new weapon to target enemy satellites — Meadowlands electromagnetic beam marks a 'huge milestone' in US capability [9d]
• This AI-powered shape-shifting wing could make aircraft tails obsolete — and slash travel costs [9d]
• ‘The fate of humanity must not be decided behind closed doors’: US artificial intelligence sovereign wealth fund sees surge in support as AI job losses mount — 69% of Americans want to see half of AI stock placed into new state-owned investment fund [9d]
• No room in your kitchen for a Ninja Slushi? We tested 3 blenders that make perfect slushies for one for a fraction of the price, and actually fit in your cupboard [9d]
• 'The precision and quality of the print finish are exceptional': We love the beginner-friendly Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo 3D printer — and it's got a massive discount right now [9d]
• 'Exceptional performance for an extremely balanced price': GMKtec M6 Ultra is our number one mini PC for work and study — and it's $100 off at Amazon right now [9d]
• 'Class-leading 4K camera': The impressive DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo delivers 'amazing video quality and beautiful slow-motion scenes' — and content creators will love the Amazon discount too [9d]
• Ransomware negotiator jailed for 70 months after he just helped infect victims with malware [9d]
• Best SSD deals 2026 — big savings on Samsung, SanDisk, WD and more [9d]
• I tested the first Freely 4K streaming box that instantly upgrades your TV with tons of live channels with no monthly subscription or aerial, plus access to the key streaming services — here’s why it impressed me [9d]
• Apple vs OpenAI lawsuit: 8 bombshell accusations and how the legal war might change your next iPhone [9d]
• Experts say they were able to create a rogue agent in Google’s AI platform with just a single edit permission [9d]
• New Steam Machine red light warning isn't anything to worry about — an overzealous overheating warning is reportedly due to a BIOS bug [9d]
• A superb open world racing game is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, finally giving us a proper Forza Horizon alternative [9d]
• Moana's live action remake failed to make a splash at the box office as movie fans call it a 'lifeless carbon copy' [9d]
• The FCC is going after third-party companies that it suspects are sneaking rebranded DJI drones and cameras into the US [9d]
• Amazon launches a big Fire TV sale — streaming sticks, TVs, and soundbars from $19.99 [9d]
• Confused about your PC specs or hardware? Windows 11's Copilot app is getting new powers to help you 'understand your device' [9d]
• NordVPN is now part of Mastercard’s lifestyle perks — find out if you are eligible [9d]
• We've tested 28 pairs of headphones this year — these are our favorite over-ears, from budget to blowout [9d]
• Tom Cruise's new movie Digger just got an absolutely unhinged first full trailer — but the Mission: Impossible star's 'wild' transformation is not what I'm most excited about [9d]
• Vibe coded threats shift again — hackers are using AI chatbots to write malware using natural language [9d]
• It looks like Garmin is finally preparing its Google Fitbit Air-style screenless band, the Cirqa, for launch — but I hope it doesn't copy Google's approach to revamping its fitness app [9d]
• TeraBox AI review [9d]
• What the CAIO wave signals for UK companies yet to follow suit [9d]
• 'The death of privacy online' — Proton launches interactive map to show age verification laws are spreading fast [9d]
• The House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5 trailer teases a game-changing betrayal that you won't see coming — here's why it'll be so important to the HBO Max show's story [9d]
• 'Cryptomining can be a lucrative post-compromise activity in cloud environments': Experts warn AI gateways connected to Amazon Bedrock are being hijacked to steal crypto [9d]
• Brave Leo AI review [9d]
• I compared the affordable Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 lens with Fujifilm’s legendary 90mm f/2 portrait optic — I have one surprising favorite [9d]
• Apple’s app subscription bundles are too rigid and inflexible — here's how I'd overhaul them if I were CEO-to-be John Ternus [9d]
• Why AI coding agents keep stalling before production and the governance controls that fix it [9d]
• HuggingChat AI review [9d]
• Are VPNs under threat in Australia? FOI documents reveal plans to block age verification workarounds [9d]
• Zoom will let you add an AI receptionist at work, as 'businesses shouldn’t have to replace their phone system to benefit from AI' [9d]
• What is the release date for X-Men 97 season 2 episode 5 on Disney+? [9d]
• The Westies stars J.K. Simmons and Tom Brittney clap back at fan complaints that new MGM+ mob crime thriller is 'too tame' — 'we can't put everything in the trailer' [9d]
• Mayor of Kingstown season 5 release date predictions resurge as Jeremy Renner and cast wrap production — here's my best guess for when new episodes will arrive on Paramount+ [9d]
• Ireland’s data center electricity consumption rises 360% in ten years, and is set to account for as much power as every home combined — 23% of national power sent to servers despite moratorium on new data center grid connections [9d]
• Philips Hue promises free Bridge Pro replacements after a rogue update bricked its devices — and users are impressed [9d]
• This new Hisense e-paper phone has a detachable LCD screen on the back — but I’d rather see the displays swapped [9d]
• Xbox veteran stresses Sony's all-digital future would compromise game ownership: 'Digital is convenient until someone else decides you’ve had enough' [9d]
• Marvel unveils new Avengers: Doomsday mural featuring its huge heroic ensemble and a menacing Doctor Doom — but it mistreats one MCU character in the worst way possible [9d]
• My top HP, Asus and Microsoft business laptops are up to £600 off at Currys — including powerful AI-ready models [9d]
• The Dimplex Rechargeable Cordless Desk Fan is a good go-anywhere fan, but you might want to play some music to drown out its drone [9d]
• I watched the highly anticipated Evil Dead Burn but the horror movie relies too heavily on gore and neglects the lore [9d]
• OpenAI shuts down its Atlas browser after not even a year [9d]
• From typos to deepfakes: the new AI cybersecurity battleground [9d]
• It’s the perfect time of year for grabbing a cheap radio for the garden, and they don’t come much cuter, more packed with features or wallet-friendly than this [9d]
• Express AI review [9d]
• Lumo AI review [9d]
• I tested Meta's new AI image generator against ChatGPT and Nano Banana 2 using the same 5 prompts — and the winner surprised me [9d]
• Why your security stack might be guarding the wrong door [9d]
• Can't find a fan? Don't panic — as a home tech expert, I've tracked down 7 premium models that are still in stock from Dyson, Shark, and Meaco for delivery this week [9d]
• The hidden cybersecurity risk sitting in every SMB office [9d]
• Duck.ai by DuckDuckGo review [9d]
• Lidl customers across Europe hit in suspected data breach - here's what we know [9d]
• Why AI infrastructure costs keep surprising IT leaders [9d]
• DeepSeek AI review [9d]
• Microsoft admits its carbon emissions grew 25 percent in 2025, including a rise in fossil fuel use [9d]
• AI can read your legacy systems. Modernization is still the hard part [9d]
• How to watch Evolution from anywhere – it's *FREE* [9d]
• More than half of UK SMBs admit they're not ready for new digital tax deadline [9d]
• Token maxxing is your AI program’s quiet failure mode [9d]
• Before you drop AU$999 on the new Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x, I'd strongly suggest checking out this Prime Day deal on the original [9d]
• Forget the Kindle Scribe: I've tested the ViWoods AiPaper and it's the better epaper writing tablet at 33% off for Prime Day [9d]
• Missed EOFY sales? Prime Day has you covered with up to 38% off top-rated office chairs [9d]