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AI Demand Spikes Prices For iPads And Other Consumer Gadgets
If you are planning to buy a new tablet or gaming console soon, you might need to adjust your budget. A massive shift in the tech industry is pushing up the cost of everyday electronics. Data centers are buying up large amounts of memory chips to power new artificial intelligence software. This leaves fewer components […] The post AI Demand Spikes Prices For
Global Phone Market Shrinks But Apple And Samsung Grab More Share
Fewer people are buying new phones right now, but the two biggest names in the industry are actually selling more devices. Global smartphone shipments dropped by 4% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to last year, according to Omdia. A severe memory chip shortage is pushing up the cost to build these devices, especially […] The post Global Phone Market S
CrashStealer Malware Targets Mac Users Through Fake App Prompts
Security researchers have uncovered a new threat targeting Mac computers. A malicious program called “CrashStealer” is currently circulating online, and it is designed to look like a legitimate system tool to trick users into handing over their passwords. The malware is focused on stealing browser data, crypto wallet credentials, and passwords saved directly
Apple Releases MacOS 26.6 Beta 5 To Public Testers
If you like testing new software before everyone else, there is good news. The fifth public beta for macOS Tahoe is now live. People who signed up for the testing program can download this fresh build right now. This release comes shortly after the developer version rolled out. It brings a few more tweaks as […] The post Apple Releases MacOS 26.6 Beta 5 To P
Apple’s Trade Secret Lawsuit Is Disrupting OpenAI Hardware Plans
Apple recently sued OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft, and the move is already causing major roadblocks for the hardware plans of the ChatGPT maker. According to reports, Apple’s ongoing lawsuit against the AI giant is actively hurting OpenAI’s ability to hire top talent and build its upcoming hardware. The iPhone maker claims OpenAI coached […] The pos
Apple Seeds A Rare Fifth Public RC For macOS Sonoma And Sequoia Mac Users
In a somewhat unusual move, Apple just released a fifth public Release Candidate for both Sonoma 14.8.8 and Sequoia 15.7.8. It is not often that we see this many test builds before a final version ships to the general public. These latest updates bring essential security tweaks to keep your machine running safely. Discover the […] The post Apple Seeds A Rare
OpenAI Could Spark an Uncomfortable Showdown Between Apple and Jony Ive
Apple is currently dealing with a massive legal battle over stolen trade secrets. Despite efforts by the tech giant to keep things respectful regarding its past leadership, the unfolding defense strategy from OpenAI could force Apple into an awkward fight with Jony Ive. The legendary former design chief helped shape the most popular gadgets ever […] The post
Soon, iOS 26.6 Will Warn You About Malicious iMessages On iPhone
It looks like Apple is stepping up its fight against sophisticated text-based attacks in its next software update. If you use a smartphone from the company, you should know that iOS 26.6 will warn you about malicious iMessages. This upcoming security feature aims to flag potentially dangerous texts before they can compromise your privacy or […] The post Soon
WordPress Just Launched A Brand New Apple TV App With Free Videos
It is not very often that a completely fresh application arrives for television screens. However, a highly popular website-building platform just made that exact leap. WordPress has officially introduced a brand new application designed specifically for the big screen. This launch gives users a straightforward way to watch thousands of free videos right from
Google Pixel 11 Beats Apple iPhone 18 to the New 2nm Chip Race
Google is getting ready to launch its next round of smartphones, and it looks like the company is scoring a major hardware win this year. The upcoming Pixel 11 series will feature the new Tensor G6 processor, which reportedly uses a brand new 2nm manufacturing process. This move gives Google a clear head start over […] The post Google Pixel 11 Beats Apple iP
Apple’s iPhone 20 To Drop Aluminum For A Fragile Glass Chassis
Recent reports show that Apple is planning a major design shift for its 20th-anniversary smartphone. While recent models have relied heavily on durable metal frames, new leaks suggest the tech giant will abandon aluminum for the upcoming iPhone 20. Instead, the company wants to adopt a heavy glass back paired with a quad-curved display to […] The post Apple’
A Complete List Of iPhones Supporting The iOS 27 Public Beta
Apple recently rolled out the first public beta for iOS 27, opening up testing to anyone willing to try it out. If you are eager to test out the new, smarter version of Siri and improved native apps, you might be wondering if your current hardware can handle it. Before you dive into the update, […] The post A Complete List Of iPhones Supporting The iOS 27 Pu
WhatsApp Beta Tests Custom Cloud Backup to Free Up iCloud Space
The popular messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a first-party backup solution for iPhone users. This upcoming change means you will eventually have a choice in how you store your chat history. Instead of relying entirely on Apple for storage, you can keep your message logs and media files directly on the chat app’s own […] The post WhatsApp Beta Tests
Apple Boosts China Sales by Holding iPhone 17 Prices Steady
Apple saw a surprising jump in smartphone sales in China during the second quarter of 2026, even as the broader market continued to shrink. The company managed to grow its local shipments by an impressive 24.4 percent compared to the same time last year. This growth happened because the tech giant chose to keep phone […] The post Apple Boosts China Sales by
Google Chrome Brings Gemini AI Tools to Desktop Users in the UK
If you use Google‘s web browser on your computer in the United Kingdom, you might notice a new sparkle icon in the top right corner. The company is now rolling out its integrated AI assistant to desktop users in the region. This update adds a dedicated button that opens a side panel, allowing you to […] The post Google Chrome Brings Gemini AI Tools to Deskto
Waze gets smarter routes and a quieter voice mode
Google is updating its popular navigation app with a set of new tools powered by its Gemini AI. The latest Waze update focuses on learning how you actually like to drive instead of just finding the mathematically fastest route. From a dedicated motorcycle setting to a quieter voice assistant, these changes aim to make your […] The post Waze gets smarter rout
Safety Regulators Press Tech Companies To Fix Sextortion Flaws
An online safety regulator in Australia says big technology platforms need to do much more to protect young people from sexual extortion. According to the eSafety Commission, teenagers are facing a massive wave of attacks where bad actors trick them into sharing private photos and then demand money. More than ten percent of teens between […] The post Safety
New OLED iPad Mini Might Launch With A Basic 60Hz Display Panel
If you were hoping the next small tablet from Apple would finally get a super smooth screen, you might need to adjust your expectations. A recent supply chain leak suggests the much-anticipated iPad mini will switch to a new OLED screen but remain stuck at a basic 60Hz refresh rate. This rumor comes from a […] The post New OLED iPad Mini Might Launch With A
Spotify Adds Text And Voice Chatbot To Build Playlists And Answer Trivia
If you ever wanted a helpful music assistant, Spotify is stepping up to the plate. The company is officially testing a brand new feature called Talk to Spotify. This fresh update puts a conversational artificial intelligence tool directly inside the mobile app. Listeners can now use natural voice commands or text messages to shape their […] The post Spotify
Apple Quietly Acquires App Monitoring Startup SigLens For Better Debugging
Apple has quietly purchased a startup called SigScalr, the company behind an application monitoring tool known as SigLens. This new software helps developers monitor and debug complex processes across a huge number of connected applications. Instead of relying on several different programs to figure out what went wrong in a piece of software, this acquisitio