UK antitrust case targets Qualcomm’s smartphone fees

At the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal, a class action alleges Qualcomm abused its dominance, inflating license fees and making Apple and Samsung users overpay.

Android Auto tests GameSnacks removal amid Google revamp

Google may remove GameSnacks from Android Auto as beta builds drop the arcade bundle. Learn why the feature is fading and what Gemini-powered changes come next.

MacBook Pro M5 Pro/Max: modular CPU/GPU power, coming 2026

Explore how Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max bring modular CPU/GPU options to MacBook Pro with N3P + SoIC-MH, improving efficiency and flexibility, with a 2026 debut.

TSMC accelerates 2 nm to 1.4 nm fabs in Taiwan, Arizona

TSMC speeds its Angstrom-era roadmap, launching 2 nm in Arizona and Taiwan, ramping A16, and targeting A14 (1.4 nm) by 2028—setting a showdown with Intel’s 14A.

iQOO 15 Ultra delayed to 2026; iQOO 15 on Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

Insider leaks: iQOO 15 Ultra lacks approval, may slip to 2026, while iQOO 15 launches in October with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 144 Hz 2K OLED, 7000 mAh.

Samsung ISOCELL HP5: 200MP compact smartphone sensor

Samsung’s ISOCELL HP5 is a compact 200MP smartphone sensor with D‑VTG, FDTI, Smart ISO Pro, Staggered HDR, 8K video and 2x in‑sensor zoom for low‑light shots.

ASUS ROG Astral 5kg Gold graphics card breaks records

Discover the ASUS ROG Astral Gold Edition graphics card cast from 5kg of pure gold: a record-setting GPU sold to a collector, with proceeds aiding charity.

Xiaomi HyperOS 3 global update: avoid fake ROMs, stay safe

Learn who gets the Xiaomi HyperOS 3 global update, why fake ROMs block upgrades and risk your data, and how to verify official firmware with MemeOS Enhancer.

iOS 26.1 beta rethinks alarms: Slide to Stop, iPadOS perks

iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 betas add Slide to Stop alarms, auto security patches, custom workouts, Slide Over, mic input control and Display Borders accessibility.

UFS 5.0 nears launch with 10.8 GB/s for on-device AI

JEDEC confirms UFS 5.0 is nearing completion, boosting sequential reads to 10.8 GB/s, improving signal integrity and security—ideal for AI on smartphones.

AMD and OpenAI forge 6GW Instinct GPU cluster; Samsung gains

AMD and OpenAI plan a 6-gigawatt Instinct GPU cluster; MI450 shipments start H2 2026. Samsung gains from HBM3E/HBM4, as OpenAI may secure 10% AMD stake.

Smartphones now ship without cables: Sony Xperia 10 VII

Some phones now arrive without a charger or even a USB‑C cable. Sony’s Xperia 10 VII shows the shift, raising e‑waste debates and risks from cheap accessories.

Why Rivian rejects CarPlay: building an AI-first cockpit

Rivian CEO R.J. Scaringe on why the brand rejects Apple CarPlay: to keep a unified interface and enable deep AI for health, preferences, and app automation.

OnePlus 15T leak: 7,000mAh+ battery in a compact powerhouse

Rumored OnePlus 15T brings a 6.3-inch display, 7,000mAh+ battery, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and ultrasonic fingerprint—aimed at an efficient compact flagship.

High-DPI gaming mice can eavesdrop on your speech - study

Researchers show high-end gaming mice can capture speech via motion sensors, enabling covert eavesdropping without microphone access. Risks, accuracy, and tips.

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 leak: LiDAR rumors, $149 listing

DJI Osmo Mobile 8 smartphone stabilizer surfaced on Amazon at $149. Rumors suggest LiDAR focusing, 12-hour battery and DJI Mic support before a Nov 2025 launch.

Coros Apex 4 smartwatch leaks: specs, battery life, date

Leaked details of the Coros Apex 4 smartwatch reveal 30x faster mapping, up to 65h GPS, speakers and mic, and an Oct 15 launch. See specs and battery life.

RTX 5050 mod: cooler swap + BIOS flash yields 16% boost

TrashBench modded an RTX 5050 with a 5060 cooler and BIOS flash, hitting 16% higher performance, lower temps, and record 3DMark scores—7,000 in Port Royal.

Intel Panther Lake leak: full mobile lineup, big iGPU push

A major Intel Panther Lake leak reveals 12 mobile chips across Core Ultra X, 3_5H and 3_0U, with a focus on stronger iGPU tiers and efficiency for ultrabooks.

Counterfeit iPhone 15 Pro on OLX: how a buyer dodged a scam

An OLX listing for an iPhone 15 Pro proved counterfeit: IPS screen posing as OLED. Spot the signs—Dynamic Island quirks, display checks, and safer buying tips.