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Apple updates Xcode to version 26.1.1 with smarter AI coding tools and key performance fixes
Xcode 26.1.1 adds compatibility for Swift 6.2.1 and addresses several issues affecting the new AI-assisted coding workflow. The update also introduces enhanced system tools for connected devices and improved Swift support.
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Microsoft tempts users with rewards to stay on Edge instead of switching to Google Chrome
Microsoft is using its loyalty programme to incentivise people to stay with its browser rather than defect to its biggest rival.
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Google Drive adds Gemini-powered Audio Overviews to turn PDFs into podcast-style summaries
The update brings the same Audio Overview capability previously seen in NotebookLM and Google Search directly to Drive, allowing users to listen to conversational, podcast-like overviews of lengthy documents.
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Yann LeCun, Meta’s chief AI scientist, said to be leaving to launch his own world-model startup
According to a report by the Financial Times, Yann LeCun, Meta’s chief AI scientist and one of the pioneers of deep learning, is preparing to leave the company to start his own artificial intelligence venture.
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Threads bets on podcasters to fuel community growth with new discovery and engagement tools
Rather than distributing podcasts directly, Threads intends to focus on hosting the conversations that podcasts spark, providing creators with deeper insights into how their content resonates within communities.
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Google brings AI photo remixing, smarter notifications, and a new Maps mode to Pixel phones
The update introduces features like notification summaries, a low-power Maps mode, enhanced scam detection, and prompt-based photo editing powered by Gemini Nano.
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iOS 27 to introduce smarter Siri, AI Search, and Health+ Assistant, claims report
These new tools are being described as iOS 27’s headline additions: features that could define the next generation of Apple Intelligence and set the tone for the company’s AI future when iOS 27 debuts in June 2026.
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Google replaces Assistant with Gemini on Google TV streamer for smarter, natural voice control
With Gemini integrated directly into Google TV, users can now interact in a more natural, context-aware way. Instead of using rigid voice commands, you can say things like, “I like dramas but my wife likes comedies.
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Google Maps gets smarter: New AI tools let developers build custom interactive projects
The company announced that its Gemini models now power these tools, including a “builder agent” and a new MCP server that connects AI assistants directly to Google Maps’ technical documentation.
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EU moves toward Huawei ban across member states over security concerns
The proposal is likely to ignite political resistance, as several member states and telecom operators have long argued that Huawei’s equipment offers better performance at lower cost than Western alternatives
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Siri can now control Samsung SmartThings routines, bringing iPhone and Galaxy homes closer
The update essentially bridges the gap between Samsung’s SmartThings ecosystem and Apple’s Siri Shortcuts. This means iPhone users can now say commands like “Hey Siri, good morning” or “Hey Siri, I’m leaving home” to activate SmartThings automations.
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Apple stays ad-free on TV while rivals push ‘pause ads’ to the limit
While platforms like Netflix and Amazon are reporting higher engagement rates with pause ads compared to traditional video commercials, Apple remains the outlier.
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Google’s ‘Nano Banana 2’ image model leaks spark frenzy online ahead of launch
Social media users who claim to have accessed the new model are sharing striking examples of its capabilities
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Apple’s new iOS 26.2 sleep score feels more honest, here's why
Sleep Score was one of two major health-focused additions that arrived with iOS 26, using three factors — Duration, Bedtime Consistency, and Interruptions — to assess your nightly rest.
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DeepSeek researcher warns AI could replace most human jobs within a decade
Speaking at the World Internet Conference in Wuzhen, Zhejiang, DeepSeek researcher Chen Deli said he is “pessimistic” about AI’s impact on society, warning that within the next 5 to 10 years, artificial intelligence could become capable enough to take over large portions of human work.
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OpenAI plans to healthcare sector to take on Google, Amazon, and others
The idea isn’t new. Big Tech has been trying for nearly two decades to revolutionise digital health records and patient data access, only to fall short.
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Apple reportedly hits pause on iPhone Air 2 after disappointing sales and production cuts
According to The Information, the company has postponed the next-generation iPhone Air, which was originally scheduled to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in late 2026, following weak sales and widespread production cuts.
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The Disney–YouTube TV standoff could reshape digital entertainment — not just your channel lineup
The Disney–YouTube TV dispute has expanded far beyond live TV, with Disney pulling its massive film library from Google’s platforms and cutting off cross-platform syncing.
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Google’s Gemini makes smart homes smarter but still stumbles on basic common sense
While it’s a leap forward for AI-assisted living, persistent misidentifications and overconfident summaries show that even Google’s smartest home still makes some very dumb mistakes.
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Apple’s first OLED MacBook Pro redesign expected in 2026 but only for M6 Pro and M6 Max variants
Apple’s upcoming MacBook Pro redesign featuring OLED and touch support will reportedly be limited to the M6 Pro and M6 Max models, launching between late 2026 and early 2027. The base 14-inch variant will retain its current design for another year.
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang praises TSMC partnership, rules out Blackwell chip sales to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised TSMC for its crucial role in the company’s growth and confirmed there are no plans to sell Blackwell AI chips to China amid US export restrictions. Huang also cited strong demand and robust memory support from SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron.
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UK investigates if China can remotely disable hundreds of its electric buses amid rising cybersecurity fears
The UK is investigating whether Chinese manufacturer Yutong can remotely disable its electric buses, following similar probes in Norway and Denmark.
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Apple Fitness+ placed under new leadership as company rethinks its struggling health service
Apple Fitness+ is being restructured under new leadership as the company reassesses its underperforming fitness service. Now part of Apple’s health division under Dr Sumbul Desai, the move suggests a renewed focus on growth and integration with Apple’s health ecosystem.
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How to turn your iPhone photos into a custom slideshow with music and themes
iPhone users can easily turn their favourite photos into custom slideshows using the Photos app. The built-in tool lets you add music, change themes, and share directly via AirPlay or Messages without any third-party software.
