Plaud’s new NotePin S targets on-the-go users with wearable AI notetaking, while its desktop app expands the company’s focus to virtual meetings and hybrid work.

Windows 11 SE, Microsoft’s education-first OS for K–8 classrooms, will reach end of support in 2026, forcing schools to upgrade devices or switch platforms.

HP’s CES 2026 plans have leaked, showing a major AI PC push across EliteBook business laptops, OmniBook consumer systems, OMEN gaming hardware, Chromebooks, and accessories.

Samsung plans to showcase a Brain Health feature at CES 2026 that uses wearable and smartphone data to flag early dementia indicators and suggest preventive actions.

A new New York law mandates mental health warning labels on addictive social media features, allowing state enforcement and reflecting growing global concern over youth online safety.

Rare prototype images reveal Apple once experimented with colorful AirPods designs before abandoning the idea and standardizing on the white finish used today.

Facing a global memory shortage, Asus may consider DRAM production or alternative suppliers to limit price hikes as DDR4 and DDR5 costs continue rising.

LG Display is unveiling the world’s first 27-inch 4K OLED RGB stripe panel at 240Hz, targeting premium gaming and professional monitors with improved clarity, speed, and flexibility.

LG will debut its CLOiD home robot at CES 2026, highlighting its push toward intelligent home automation and a future where robots reduce daily household work.

A new Windows 11 Insider update optimises File Explorer search by removing redundant indexing operations, promising faster searches, lower memory use, and a cleaner context menu.

A new anode-free battery design achieves record energy density using stabilized lithium metal, offering a path to longer EV range, lighter packs, and improved cold-weather performance.

Samsung is developing its own mobile GPU architecture for the Exynos 2800, marking a major shift toward custom AI-focused chip design for future Galaxy devices.

Tesla has patented a polymer-based vehicle roof that supports satellite communication, hinting at built-in Starlink internet for future models and autonomous fleets.

Lenovo’s 2026 refresh introduces Panther Lake-powered ThinkPads and the motorized Auto Twist laptop, featuring AI-driven rotation and high-res 10MP webcams to redefine premium business productivity.

A new Chrome Platform Status entry shows Google working on Global Privacy Control support, aligning the browser with California privacy laws and stronger, enforceable opt-out signals.

Android Automotive’s new Sensitive App Protection lets drivers lock individual apps with a PIN, enhancing privacy in shared cars without compromising essential functions.

Independent testers folded the Galaxy Z TriFold nonstop for eight days. Hinges began creaking early and weakened by 144,000 folds, but the display remained functional throughout.

Researchers found that using in-car touchscreens causes major driving performance drops, including lane drifting and slower reactions.

Apple now provides free two-hour delivery on eligible products until December 24, helping holiday shoppers get last-minute gifts on time.

TikTok Shop launches customisable gift cards as it expands e-commerce offerings, even as its U.S. future hinges on a pending ownership decision.

A new FCC ruling bans approvals for future DJI drones, citing security risks, but current devices remain usable.

Android 16 code hints Google could restore one-tap Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles, potentially ending the unpopular Internet tile introduced in Android 12.

Facing RAM shortages, Paradox Customs is offering prebuilts without memory, shifting compatibility and stability responsibilities to customers and blurring the line between prebuilt and DIY PCs.

Samsung is considering using the Exynos 2600 chip in the Galaxy Z Flip 8, aiming to boost AI performance, cut costs, and strengthen its semiconductor business.

Google’s shift from Assistant to Gemini on smartphones is delayed, meaning users can continue using Assistant while Google fine-tunes Gemini for a full mobile rollout.

A full third of UK citizens have turned to artificial intelligence for emotional support, companionship, or social interaction, according to a new report from the government’s AI Security Institute (AISI). The data shows that nearly one in 10 people are using systems like chatbots for emotional purposes on a weekly basis, with 4% engaging with […]

Leaks suggest the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could feature a higher-resolution telephoto and ultrawide camera, signaling Samsung’s push toward no-compromise foldable photography.

Apple plans to unveil its foldable iPhone in 2026, but manufacturing issues may limit supply, pushing real-world availability and wider access to 2027.

OpenAI has updated ChatGPT’s rules to better protect teens, adding stronger safeguards, clearer boundaries, and guidance that encourages real-world support when conversations become sensitive.

A new ownership structure limits ByteDance’s control, addresses US security concerns, and reduces the immediate risk of TikTok being banned in the United States.

Amid AI-related memory constraints, Samsung says it will continue selling consumer SSDs, even as broader supply chain pressures keep prices and availability uncertain.

A new investigation by Consumer Reports, in collaboration with Groundwork Collaborative and More Perfect Union, suggests that Instacart’s use of artificial intelligence in pricing experiments may have resulted in shoppers paying different amounts for the same groceries. The findings point to a system where prices can quietly vary between users, even when orders are placed […]

NVIDIA is reportedly planning deep RTX 50-series production cuts in 2026 as AI-driven memory shortages threaten GPU availability and push gamers toward pricier alternatives.

iOS 26.3 introduces native iPhone-to-Android data transfers, reducing friction for users switching platforms and meeting new interoperability requirements without extra apps.