Apple’s under-$1,000 A18 Pro laptop slated for 2026
Apple is developing a budget laptop under $1,000 with an A18 Pro chip, 13.6-inch display, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, and USB‑C 3.2; announcement expected Q1 2026.
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AMD secures China export license for Instinct MI308 AI chips
AMD secured licenses to export its Instinct MI308 AI chips to China, while NVIDIA’s H20 still lacks approval. What it means for Q4 outlook amid shifting rules.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 PC requirements and 4K specs
Activision details Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 PC requirements, from decade-old rigs to 4K. TPM 2.0, anti-cheat, FSR 4.0, ultrawide, Game Pass, and preload dates.
Google’s Project Suncatcher: orbital AI data centers
Google’s Project Suncatcher plans solar-powered orbital AI data centers using TPUs and laser links. Prototypes launch by 2027, targeting cleaner, compute.
Google–Epic Android truce could remake the Play Store
Google and Epic Games propose Android reforms to open the Play Store: lower 9–20% fees, alternative payments, easier third‑party stores, pending court approval.
AnTuTu Oct 2025: MediaTek sweeps mid-range top 10 ranking
AnTuTu’s October 2025 ranking crowns MediaTek Dimensity in the mid-range: all top 10 use Dimensity chips, no Snapdragon. See scores and top-performing models.
Google Maps adds Live Lane Guidance to Polestar 4
Google Maps Live Lane Guidance debuts on Polestar 4, using car's camera and onboard AI to highlight lanes and give timely prompts. Rolling out in US & Sweden.
DJI Zenmuse L3: long-range lidar with dual 100 MP cameras
Discover DJI’s Zenmuse L3 lidar: 950 m range, 2M pts/s, dual 100 MP cameras. Ideal for high-precision aerial surveying, DEM/DOM, forestry and energy mapping.
NVIDIA and Deutsche Telekom to build €1B AI data center
NVIDIA and Deutsche Telekom will build a €1B AI data center near Munich, adding about 10,000 GPUs and boosting Germany's AI computing power 50% by early 2026.
Texas jury hits Samsung with $191M in OLED patent case
A Texas jury found Samsung infringed Pictiva’s OLED patents, awarding $191.4M. Samsung will appeal as the dispute spans display tech in phones, TVs, wearables.
Android 16 update breaks Android Auto: connection issues
Android 16 update leaves Android Auto failing to connect on Pixel and Samsung: black screens and stalled links. Google is investigating and preparing a fix.
QRing Titan Pro smart ring adds display, 30-day battery
Discover the refreshed QRing Titan Pro smart ring with magnetic charging case, display, and up to 30 days of battery life. Tracks sleep, heart rate, SpO2.
Samsung Galaxy S26 prices to rise, launch may slip to 2026
Reports suggest Samsung will raise Galaxy S26 prices as chip, camera and memory costs climb, with a possible Feb 25, 2026 launch later than the S25 rollout.
Toyota Walk Me robotic chair at Japan Mobility Show 2025
Discover Toyota Walk Me, an autonomous legged chair unveiled at Japan Mobility Show 2025. It climbs stairs, tackles rough terrain, uses LiDAR and voice control.
Marin Lombard E e-gravel bike: E1 and E2 with Bosch SX
Marin Bikes launches Lombard E e-gravel bike in E1 and E2 trims, with a Bosch SX Sprint motor, 400 Wh battery, GRX brakes, and Di2 on E2. Prices from €3,899.
HUAWEI Mate 70 Air leaks: ultra-thin phone with 6,500 mAh
Get the latest on the HUAWEI Mate 70 Air: ultra-thin aluminum design, 6,500 mAh battery, 50 MP main camera, Kirin 9020, up to 16 GB RAM, HarmonyOS NEXT leaks.
Samsung Exynos 2600 2 nm GAA rivals Apple M5 in Geekbench
Leaks show Samsung's Exynos 2600 on a 2 nm GAA process scoring 4,217/13,482 in Geekbench, nearing Apple M5 and beating Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; set for Galaxy S26.
Chrome adds secure autofill for IDs, licenses, and VINs
Google Chrome now autofills passports, licenses, VINs—stored encrypted with confirmation prompts. Improved form detection plus Gemini integration. Live now.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Pro: leaks, specs, pricing
Leaked details on Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Gen 6 Pro: TSMC N2P, custom CPU, stronger GPU, LPDDR6 vs LPDDR5X, pricing impact and a murky Gen 5.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: massive camera leak with largest sensor
Insider leaks detail Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 6.9-inch 2K OLED 120Hz, Snapdragon 8 Elite, industry's largest sensor, upgraded periscope zoom, UWB and satellite options.