Apple may skip iPhone 18 launch at the September event
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple may drop its standard iPhone model from its lineup as early as next year
- Future launches could be staggered, with Pro models debuting in the fall
- New iPhone Air may replace standard model, emphasizing thinness and lightness
Microsoft says its Maia AI chip will not replace Nvidia or AMD as cloud demand keeps rising
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Microsoft begins deploying its Maia 200 AI chip in data centers
- Maia 200 offers faster AI inference than Amazon and Google's latest chips
- Microsoft will keep buying Nvidia and AMD chips alongside its own processors
AI agents' social network: What is Moltbook? Artificial intelligence gets its own chatroom
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Moltbook is a social network for AI agents, not humans.
- Created by Matt Schlicht, Moltbook saw 147,000 AI agents join in 3 days.
- AI agents autonomously post, discuss, and research topics on Moltbook.
Sora’s momentum fades as OpenAI’s video app struggles to sustain early hype
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- OpenAI's Sora app sees early growth but now faces declining downloads and spending.
- Google Gemini, Meta AI competition, and copyright limits slow Sora's momentum.
- Sora's App Store ranking dropped, user interest declined despite Disney partnership.
Jensen Huang says Nvidia’s H200 sales to China now depend on Beijing’s approval
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Nvidia awaits Chinese government approval to sell H200 AI chips in China
- Nvidia H200 US export license nearly complete, pending Beijing's approval
- Major Chinese firms cleared to buy H200, but conditions may be strict
Apple updates App Store pricing and developer payouts in nine markets after tax changes
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Apple updates App Store prices in 9 countries due to new tax rules
- VAT hikes in Russia, Kazakhstan, Zimbabwe; new taxes in other regions
- Automated pricing sees adjustments; manual pricing may need review
AirTag’s Precision Finding now works on Apple Watch and setup is not where you expect
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- AirTag 2 brings Precision Finding to Apple Watch for faster item location
- Precision Finding now works up to 1.5 times farther than the original AirTag
- Needs AirTag 2, Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2, and watchOS 26.2.1 or later.
Galaxy S26 pricing leak suggests Samsung will charge more for the base model but cut the Ultra’s price
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Samsung might hike Galaxy S26 base model prices, but cut the Ultra variant's cost.
- Base S26 model may drop 128GB option, raising minimum price for buyers
- Galaxy S26 Ultra may get upgrades and a lower launch price than its predecessor
Microsoft shares slide as OpenAI exposure and Azure capacity worries overshadow earnings beat
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Microsoft shares fell over 6 percent despite strong quarterly results
- Investors worry about Azure growth, high AI spending, and reliance on OpenAI
- OpenAI now accounts for 45 percent of Microsoft's $625B cloud backlog
NotebookLM mobile apps gain Video Overviews and deeper infographic controls
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- NotebookLM app update adds Video Overviews and Infographic customization to mobile.
- AI video summaries and infographic editing now available on Android and iOS
- Slide Deck customization is coming soon, with new formats and language options
Ex-Google engineer found guilty of stealing AI secrets to benefit China
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Ex-Google engineer convicted of stealing AI trade secrets for China
- First US conviction for AI-related economic espionage
- Ding faces up to 15 years per count of economic espionage
Meta India's net profit grows 28.3% to Rs 647.5 crore in FY25; Gross ad revenue up 29%
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Meta India's net profit rose 28.3 percent YoY to Rs 647.5 crore in FY25
- Revenue from operations grew 25 percent YoY to Rs 3,792.9 crore in FY25
- India remains Meta's largest market with over a billion monthly app users
Sandisk’s 1,600% rally keeps going after ‘unprecedented’ quarter
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Sandisk shares surged on strong earnings outlook, beating Wall Street estimates.
- Analysts boost Sandisk targets due to AI-driven memory product demand.
- Sandisk trades at a valuation discount to other AI stocks despite rapid growth.
Pixelmator Pro finally arrives on iPad, but only through Apple’s Creator Studio
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Pixelmator Pro launches on iPad, exclusive to Apple Creator Studio subscription
- App adds Apple Pencil support, Warp tool, and desktop-class editing features
- Standalone purchase not available; Mac version remains separate
Google disables Take a Message on older Pixel phones after rare microphone leak
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Google disables Take a Message on Pixel 4 and 5 due to a privacy-related bug
- Bug caused rare cases of ambient audio being transmitted during missed calls
- Call Screening and voicemail still work on affected devices
Moonshot AI releases Kimi 2.5 model that claims to outperform LLMs from OpenAI, Google
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Moonshot unveils Kimi K2.5 AI with enhanced coding and multimodal features.
- Kimi K2.5 boasts better video generation and agentic features than US rivals.
- Developers can access Kimi K2.5 via open-source IDE, Kimi.com, app, and API
Ex-Google engineer found guilty of stealing AI trade secrets to help Chinese companies
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Ex-Google engineer convicted of stealing AI secrets to aid Chinese tech firms
- Linwei Ding found guilty on 14 counts, including economic espionage and theft
- Ding to be sentenced for stealing 2,000+ pages of confidential Google AI data
Smartphones are getting more expensive as average global prices hit $400
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Global average smartphone price topped $400 in Q4 2025, a new high.
- Apple led revenue with strong iPhone 17 sales, capturing over half the market.
- Samsung's shipments grew fastest, but average price fell due to cheaper models.
Samsung announces new range of Bespoke AI WindFree air conditioners in India
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Samsung launches 2026 Bespoke AI WindFree ACs in India with 23 models
- New lineup features AI cooling, energy efficiency, and SmartThings connectivity
- Prices start at Rs 32,490; available online and offline with extended warranties
Moto Watch review: Everyday smartwatch with Polar’s fitness DNA
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Moto Watch priced at Rs 5,999 focuses on battery life and health tracking
- Offers up to 13 days battery, Polar-backed fitness features, and simple setup
- Runs on Motorola's own software, supports Android, not Wear OS apps
Samsung announces Galaxy F70 series in India with focus on cameras
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Samsung unveils Galaxy F70 series in India, targeting young content creators
- Galaxy F70 phones focus on AI-powered cameras for expressive photos and videos
- First F70 phone to launch in February, priced between Rs10,000 and Rs15,000
LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman ‘really did say’ he wished Donald Trump had been killed; Elon Musk shares 'proof'
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Elon Musk shared Reid Hoffman's controversial remark about Trump.
- Hoffman clarified his comment was dark humour, not a literal wish for violence
- Musk's post reignited debate on political speech by tech leaders
Ex-Nvidia engineer leaves Elon Musk’s xAI just nine months after building Grok Imagine
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Engineer Zeeshan Patel exits xAI after 9 months, contributed to Grok Imagine tool.
- Patel was first hire for xAI's video team, led development of Grok Imagine v0.9
- Grok Imagine now creates millions of videos daily on X and the Grok app
Google brings Gemini to Maps for walkers and cyclists, not just drivers
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Google Maps adds hands-free assistant for walking and cycling routes
- Users can ask questions or send messages without leaving navigation or typing
- Update rolls out globally on iOS and Android where Gemini is available
iOS 26.3 quietly signals Apple’s openness to deeper third-party AI integration
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- iOS 26.3 allows deeper integration for third-party AI apps like Google's Gemini
- Gemini AI Plus subscription offers higher usage limits for $7.99 per month
- NotebookLM now integrates with Gemini on iPhone for enhanced workflows.
X hints at edited image labels but leaves key questions unanswered
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Elon Musk hints X may label edited or altered images, but details remain unclear
- No technical or policy specifics on how X will identify manipulated media
- X not listed as a member of industry standards group C2PA
Apple makes its second-biggest acquisition ever with $2 billion AI audio bet
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple acquires AI audio startup Q.ai for around $2 billion
- Q.ai tech enables devices to detect whispered speech and non-verbal cues
- Q.ai founders, including Aviad Maizels, will join Apple as part of the deal
AirTag 2 teardown suggests Apple has quietly hardened the speaker against removal
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- AirTag 2 features a more securely attached speaker to deter misuse and tampering
- Apple adds hardware-level privacy tweaks to prevent unwanted tracking
- Early teardown confirms tougher speaker removal compared to original AirTag
iPhones might soon pick up emotions from your face, thanks to Apple’s AI deal
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple acquires Israeli AI startup Q.ai, valued at around $1.6 billion
- Q.ai tech may help future iPhones read facial expressions and emotions
- All Q.ai employees, including CEO Aviad Maizels, will join Apple
India should stop obsessing over generative AI, focus on sector-specific models, says IT secretary S Krishnan
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- India urged to focus on sector-specific AI for productivity, beyond generative AI
- Smaller AI models can enhance healthcare, education, manufacturing, and agriculture.
- India aims to be a global hub for AI applications and open data collaboration