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iOS 26.3 brings Android switching, third-party watch support, and new privacy controls
Apple has released the third beta of iOS 26.3, introducing easier switching from iPhone to Android, notification forwarding to third-party wearables, and new privacy controls for location data.
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Samsung may hike prices on its most affordable phones as memory crunch bites in 2026
Samsung appears to be raising prices on its cheapest smartphones, with early retail leaks suggesting a steep jump for the Galaxy A07 5G in India. The move points to the ongoing global RAM shortage finally hitting low-end devices, where manufacturers have little room to absorb rising component costs.
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Could Apple finally bring Face ID to the Mac? Here's what the rumours say
A new rumour suggests Apple is developing ultra-thin Face ID hardware for an upcoming iPhone model. If true, this could remove the long-standing space constraints that have kept Face ID off the Mac and open the door for future MacBooks with facial authentication.
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Google blurs the line between search and chat by linking AI Overviews to AI Mode
Google is rolling out a new Search experience that lets users move directly from AI Overviews into AI Mode conversations. The update also makes Gemini 3 the default model powering AI Overviews worldwide, signalling Google’s push to turn Search into a more interactive, AI-driven product.
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Amazon to pay $309 million more as part of billion-dollar returns refund settlement
Amazon has agreed to pay an additional $309.5 million to consumers as part of a wide-ranging settlement over claims that customers were not properly refunded for returned products. The deal pushes the total value of refunds and remedial measures beyond $1 billion.
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Apple’s M6 chip may arrive far earlier than expected, says new report
A new report suggests Apple could debut its next-generation M6 chip much sooner than anticipated, despite the M5 lineup launching only recently. The claim raises questions about which product could be first to feature the new silicon.
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iPhone 18 Pro rumoured upgrades point to smaller Dynamic Island, bigger battery, and major chip leap
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to arrive later this year with a refined design, a new A20 Pro chip, camera upgrades including a variable aperture, improved battery life, and Apple’s next-generation C2 modem.
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iOS 26.3 introduces carrier location privacy control for Apple modem devices
Apple has added a new privacy feature in iOS 26.3 that lets users limit how precisely their location is shared with cellular networks. The setting is exclusive to devices using Apple’s own modem and works without affecting signal quality or emergency services.
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Google Photos enhances Photo to video with custom prompts and built-in audio
Google Photos is upgrading its Photo to video feature with support for custom prompts and automatic audio generation. The update builds on last year’s rollout and brings the experience closer to Google’s latest generative video tools.
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Deloitte AI Institute chief warns governing AI agents is harder than chatbots
Deloitte’s latest enterprise AI report highlights a widening gap between the rapid adoption of AI agents and the lack of safety and governance frameworks.
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Google agrees to pay $68 million to settle claims that its voice assistant recorded users without consent
Google has agreed to a $68 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging that its voice assistant recorded private conversations without user permission and shared related data for advertising purposes. The company has denied any wrongdoing.
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Google Cloud gaming chief urges studios to educate teams on what AI can and cannot do
Google Cloud’s global director for games, Jack Buser, argues AI should be treated as a powerful tool that enhances human creativity rather than replacing it, and predicts 2026 will be the year studios scale AI across entire development workflows.
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Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan says he stayed up till 5 AM using Claude Code
Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan has called himself “addicted” to Anthropic’s Claude Code, highlighting how AI-powered coding tools are rapidly reshaping software development and the role of engineers.
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AirTag vs AirTag 2: How to identify Apple’s latest tracker at a glance
Apple has quietly introduced a second-generation AirTag without making the name obvious. Fortunately, there is a simple and reliable way to tell the new AirTag apart from the original by checking the text etched on the back.
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ChatGPT Health misread Apple Watch data, raising concerns over AI health advice
A test by a Washington Post columnist shows ChatGPT Health can misinterpret Apple Watch data, delivering inconsistent and inaccurate health assessments that conflict with medical reality.
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Apple revives iOS 12 with critical update to keep iMessage and FaceTime alive on older devices
Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 for a limited set of older devices, extending the security certificate required for iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation beyond January 2027.
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Android Auto roadmap: Gemini, video apps, widgets, and other features coming next
Google is slowly laying the groundwork for major Android Auto upgrades, including Gemini replacing Google Assistant, video app support, widgets, a long-awaited light theme, and deeper vehicle integration.
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Gmail for iPhone adds dedicated Google Photos picker for faster sharing
Gmail on iPhone and iPad is rolling out a new Google Photos picker that makes it easier to attach photos and videos directly from a user’s Google Photos library without extra permissions or authentication.
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Pixel January 2026 update triggers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth failures on several models
Google’s January 2026 software update for Pixel smartphones is causing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity problems for a growing number of users. Reports suggest the issue affects multiple recent Pixel models, with no clear fix available so far.
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Will Apple CEO Tim Cook leave the company in 2026? This is what we know
Fresh reporting suggests Tim Cook is unlikely to step aside as Apple CEO in early 2026, pushing back earlier speculation about an imminent leadership change. While succession planning is clearly underway, Bloomberg indicates Cook’s exit is still some distance away.
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Google Sans lands in Docs, letting users write with Google’s signature typeface
Google Sans and Google Sans Flex are now available inside Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides following their open-source release last year. The move brings Google’s own interface fonts into everyday documents, offering more visual consistency and flexibility across platforms.
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How TikTok-style microdramas are becoming quite the rage and making billions
Built around aggressive monetisation and mobile game-style mechanics, these one-minute episodes are quietly becoming one of the most lucrative entertainment formats of the year.
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Apple could refresh the MacBook Pro twice in 2026, with a major redesign tipped for year-end
Apple is reportedly planning two MacBook Pro updates in 2026, starting with an M5-powered refresh in the first half of the year and followed by a major redesign featuring OLED and touch support later on.
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Google AI chief Demis Hassabis questions ChatGPT ads, calls out the irony in AGI claims
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has criticised OpenAI’s decision to introduce ads in ChatGPT, questioning how such a move aligns with claims that artificial general intelligence is imminent.
