Timef 02/28/2026

As Iranian missiles targeted US-linked sites across the Gulf, the UAE’s missile shield was activated in real-time.

We round up everything Xiaomi announced at its Mobile World Congress event.

China’s push into humanoid robots is accelerating, with domestic firms shipping more units and iterating faster than U.S. competitors in a still-nascent market.

The latest Xiaomi flagship is a beast and comes in a specially co-designed Leica edition that’s picture-perfect.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the peak phone for photography enthusiasts.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is a dead ringer for Apple's iPad Pro, and that includes the accessories.

Xiaomi has brought a lot of gadgets to Barcelona. See the latest ones now.

How to watch T20 World Cup for free. Live stream India vs. West Indies in the 2026 T20 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Everything you need to know about memory cards for cameras, video game systems, and more.

Most laptop cooling pads are useless, but if you get the right one, it can make a huge impact on how long your gaming laptop lasts.

Plus: The top US cyber agency falls into shambles, AI models develop an upsetting penchant for nuclear weapons, and more.

HelloFresh’s budget subsidiary surprised me with its basic but tasty vegetarian meal selection.

Looking for the best dating apps for women? Get our honest reviews on which apps are actually worth your time.

Checking up on the claims of water filter makers can be a discomfiting maze. Here's how to verify independent water filter certifications.

Punch the monkey is the unwitting star of viral AI videos, but there are simple ways to spot the fakes.

Participate in our audio survey to potentially grant a Mashable Readers' Choice Award to the headphones/earbuds, speakers, and soundbars you use.

The RayNeo Air 4 Pro are the world's first AR/XR glasses with an HDR10 display. For only $299, how do they measure up against the competition?

The tech-focused leaders of the British brand Apiar aim to stretch beyond watchmaking’s traditional material and manufacturing constraints.

Branded intimidating and scary, this full-face Ruroc headgear for the slopes made me a pariah on the piste.

How to watch T20 World Cup for free. Live stream Sri Lanka vs. Pakistan in the 2026 T20 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Give your PC a refresh with this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows lifetime license, on sale now for $39.97.

Work smarter with AI, not harder, thanks to this lifetime subscription to ChatPlayground AI Unlimited Plan, on sale now for just $79.

How to watch college basketball for free. Live stream Kansas vs. Arizona in 2026.

How to watch college basketball for free. Live stream Texas Tech vs. Iowa in 2026.

How to watch college basketball for free. Live stream Virginia vs. Duke in 2026.

How to watch college basketball for free. Live stream Colorado vs. Houston in 2026.

How to watch NBA for free. Watch Houston Rockets vs. Miami Heat in the NBA for free from anywhere in the world.

To find the best dating apps, I tested Hinge, Tinder, Match, and more. Find the right app for serious relationships, casual hookups, and free matches.

Compared to CES 2026 vacuums, Eufy's new roller mop vacuum combo would save you hundreds and space on the floor. But does it clean well enough?

US president Donald Trump said a “major combat operation” against Iran had begun as he called for the country’s government to be overthrown.

The deal came hours after President Trump had ordered federal agencies to stop using artificial intelligence technology made by Anthropic, an OpenAI rival.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

See the Moon phase expected for February 28, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

India, one of Supabase’s biggest markets, is seeing patchy access after a government block order.

The deal came hours after President Trump had ordered federal agencies to stop using artificial intelligence technology made by Anthropic, an OpenAI rival.

Anthropic says it would be “legally unsound” for the Pentagon to blacklist its technology after talks over military use of its artificial intelligence models broke down.

America’s journey back to the moon has run into a few missteps. NASA administrator Jared Isaacman is banking on a new approach.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1715 on February 28 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

The war between the Pentagon and Anthropic just reached a new nadir.

Actions by the president and the Pentagon appeared to drive a wedge between Washington and the tech industry, whose leaders and workers spoke out for the start-up.

Resident Evil has reinvented itself more than almost any franchise in gaming and at one point, it nearly tore itself apart trying.

The company said such trades violates its internal company policies about using confidential information for personal gain.

Avoid the dreaded low-battery alert on your devices with this GoCable 8-in-1 EDC 100W Cable, now just $21.99 (reg. $49.99).

A man's quest to control his robovac with a PS5 controller exposed a huge hole in DJI's security. Now, the Romo is gone from DJI's online store.

Let kids learn while having fun with this lifetime subscription to Pok Pok, on sale now for just $44.97 with code PLAY through March 22.

OpenAI will be making policy changes after it discovered two ChatGPT accounts created by the Tumbler Ridge shooter.

The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day is live on Feb. 28. Indulge in the Darkness is offering free dark romance books for one day only.

Give your family a more peaceful internet experience with this lifetime subscription to AdGuard Family Plan, on sale now for just $19.97 through March 1.

With spring just around the corner, now's the smart time to snag an electric scooter.

"We don't need it, we don't want it, and will not do business with them again," the president wrote in the post.

"We don't need it, we don't want it, and will not do business with them again," the president wrote in the post.

President Donald Trump’s sudden order comes after the Defense Department pressured Anthropic to drop restrictions on how its AI can be used by the military.

Under President Donald Trump's new initiative, tech firms may be required to finance additional power generation to ease strain on public energy grids.

The Roku Ultra isn't just speedier, it also offers some advanced features that some viewers will find really handy.

In his lawsuit against OpenAI, Musk touted xAI safety compared with ChatGPT. A few months later, xAI's Grok flooded X with non-consensual nude images.

Cities want to stop kids from getting hurt. A lawmaker thinks warning them away from legal gray-area “e-motos” could help.

NASA won't go to the moon in the next Artemis mission, forgoing the opportunity in exchange with a plan to speed up the launch rate.

Anthropic and the Pentagon are clashing over AI use in autonomous weapons and surveillance, raising high-stakes questions about national security, corporate control, and who sets the rules for military AI.

Prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi are big business, and some Big Tech employees are testing boundaries by making trades based on insider knowledge.

TCL's RayNeo Air 4 Pro smart glasses are a "head-mounted TV" with vibrant, HDR-capable OLED displays. Grab these new smart glasses with a $50 discount.

Paramount Skydance’s sprawling media empire will get a major boost if the deal gets approved.

OpenAI shared the new numbers as part of its announcement that it has raised $110 billion in private funding.

Here's everything you need to know from the 30th anniversary of Pokémon event.

As of Feb. 27, you can get the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon Day 2026 Collection for $38.95 at Amazon.

The Anker Solix C800x portable power station is down to just $379.99 at Amazon, a savings of over 40%.

Google says it disrupted what it believes was the world's largest residential proxy network that hijacked about 9 million Android and connected devices.

Suno lets users create music using natural language prompts, making it possible for people with little experience to generate audio with little effort.

Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box is $119.99 at Amazon — its lowest price for readily available these ETBs so far.

Pokémon’s 10th generation reveal delivered three tiny icons, and social media is already obsessed.

As Netflix continues its live sports push, the company has partnered with Apple to air the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix.

As of Feb. 27, get the Soundcore Work for just $99.95. That's the device's lowest price ever, a sweet deal on the coin-sized AI voice recorder, translator, and transcriber.

Perplexity Computer, in the company’s words, "unifies every current AI capability into a single system." 

The tenth generation starter Pokémon were revealed in the trailer: Browt (a grass bird), Pombon (a fire puppy), and Gecqua (a water gecko).

The tenth generation starter Pokémon were revealed in the trailer: Browt (a grass bird), Pombon (a fire puppy), and Gecqua (a water gecko).

As of Feb. 27, you can get the Asus ROG Strix 34-inch ultrawide OLED HDR gaming monitor (XG34WCDG) for $797.35, a 20% discount.

While Anthropic has an existing partnership with the Pentagon, the AI company has remained firm that its technology not be used for mass domestic surveillance or fully autonomous weaponry.

Shop the best TV deals this weekend from top brands like Samsung, TCL, and Hisense and save up to $1,000.

A “thought experiment” about the impacts of AI sent stocks tumbling earlier this week. It’s probably going to keep happening.

The U.S. cybersecurity agency's acting director Madhu Gottumukkala will be replaced, after a year of cuts, layoffs, and staff reassignments, and allegations of security lapses and claims he struggled to lead the agency.

As of Feb. 27, you can get the 65-inch Samsung The Frame Pro LED Smart TV (LS03FW, 2025) for $1,497.99, down from $2,097.99, at Amazon.

Best Buy is giving away three-card fun packs, Bandai Pikachu Model Kits, visors, and stickers for free in Pokémon Trade and Play events.

As of Feb. 27, get the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for $200 off at Amazon, plus get a $200 Amazon gift card totally free.