The iPhone 18 Pro may shrink Dynamic Island by about 35%, based on a leaker’s millimeter measurements. If confirmed, it could make the front look cleaner and force subtle UI tweaks.

A robot camera phone is set for a March 1 reveal at MWC Barcelona 2026. Honor has confirmed the date and a pop-up AI camera assistant, but specs, pricing, and availability are still unknown.

Fable’s extended preview outlines a bigger, more reactive Albion, with open-world freedom, reputation-driven consequences, and flexible “style-weaving” combat, all heading to PS5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC in autumn 2026.

AI coding work is rising fast, but the biggest payoff isn’t evenly shared. A Science analysis suggests seasoned developers get stronger gains than newcomers, which could reshape how you learn, interview, and prove value.

AI models including GPT-4.1 and DeepSeek-3.1 can mirror ingroup versus outgroup bias in everyday language, a study finds. Researchers also report an ION training method that reduced the gap.

NexPhone wants one handset to cover Android, Debian Linux, and a Windows 11 cloud PC workflow. The idea hinges on docking, but the Windows service details still aren’t pinned down.

A massive new comparison suggests some AI models can beat average human creativity scores on a standardized test, but the most creative people still outperform every system tested, and the gap grows at the top end.

AI robot prompt injection is no longer just a screen-level problem. Researchers demonstrate that a robot can be steered off-task by text placed in the physical world, the kind of message a human might walk past without a second thought. The attack doesn’t rely on breaking into the robot’s software or spoofing sensors. It instead […]

Intel Arc Pro B70 is shaping up as a straightforward answer to a common workstation headache, running out of VRAM at the worst time. A new leak points to a launch soon, with the card described as the first shipping product built on Intel’s larger Battlemage BMG-G31 chip. Arc Pro B70 is tipped to ship […]

The Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake canceled news is now official. Ubisoft has confirmed it has discontinued the long-delayed remake, closing the door on a modern take of the 2003 classic after years of setbacks. The cancellation lands inside a broader shake-up at Ubisoft, one that’s meant to tighten greenlights and concentrate spending. […]

Razer’s Project Ava is a 5.5-inch hologram desk companion that mixes daily planning with live gaming coaching, powered in demos by xAI’s Grok. It’s targeting the second half of 2026, with a refundable $20 US reservation.

Manus is adding app publishing that aims to turn a described app into an installable mobile build, handling packaging while you finish distribution in Google Play Console or App Store Connect and TestFlight.

Samsung’s Korean pricing for the Galaxy Book6 Pro starts at 3.41M KRW, and a report calls it a 20% hike. With only premium configs shown, buyers should watch for cheaper trims and regional prices.

Thinner lithium sulfur batteries may be closer thanks to a foamed, protein-based binder that forms microchannels inside the cathode. A new report says those pathways survive calendering, even after heavy compression.

AI resurrection tools can make the dead “talk,” but researchers argue that comfort isn’t the point. Their “spectral labor” framework warns that voice, likeness, and emotion can be extracted and monetized without consent.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is warning memory chipmakers that skipping US investment could mean duties up to 100%. If that turns into policy, SSD and RAM prices may climb quickly.

Chrome Canary is testing a floating Google Lens overlay that lets you ask AI about a full webpage with a single right-click, skipping text selection and opening AI Mode only when you want deeper answers.

Microsoft’s first Windows 11 security update of 2026 broke shutdowns and some Remote Desktop sign-ins. Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band fixes via Windows Update, including KB5077744 and KB5077797.

A YouTube builder has turned platform hopping into a button press. The Ningtendo PXBOX 5 is a 3-in-1 gaming console that combines PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2 hardware in a single tower, then lets you cycle between platforms in under five seconds. The goal is simple, stop forcing players to buy multiple machines just to […]

The RTX 5070 Ti is vanishing from shelves as ASUS moves its cards to end of life status and retailers report supply droughts. Prices are already rising in the US and Australia.

Gigabyte is considering a handheld gaming PC, but CEO Eddie Lin says it won’t launch without a clear differentiator. At CES 2026, he signaled originality comes before timing, pricing, or regions.

Ultrahuman Migraine PowerPlug is a new in-app feature that uses ring biometrics like sleep, HRV, stress, and movement to surface migraine insights, then guide practical routines ahead of an early 2026 rollout.

Mentra Live is a Ray-Ban Meta alternative with a rare perk, an open-source OS and a MiniApp Store. It’s limited-run, app-driven camera glasses, but real-world polish and privacy details still need proof.

A new phone leak shows a mini rear display beside the camera, letting you frame selfies with the main sensor. Big battery and Android 16 are listed, but price and launch regions are still missing.

Google has patented a removable battery design for foldable phones that avoids glue, aiming to improve durability and make repairs easier if the idea ever reaches a future Pixel device.

A Forza Horizon 5 pop-up hints at a mid-May 2026 Forza Horizon 6 launch, but it hasn't shown up widely. Here's why you should wait for Xbox Developer Direct on January 22.

Civilization VII Arcade Edition on Apple Arcade lands February 5, bringing a full-scale strategy favorite to iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It’s the headline add in a four-game drop with no ads or in-app purchases.

Two new studies point to a simple combo for better chatbot prompts, paste your request twice for straightforward tasks, then add a line of perspective taking so the AI can match your level, constraints, and preferred format.

YouTube now lets parents cap Shorts scrolling on supervised teen accounts, and it’s working on a zero setting that can shut the feed off. It’s a tighter, more targeted control than generic screen time.

ChatGPT Translate looks like a familiar translator, but its best trick is what happens after the translation. One-tap rewrites kick you into ChatGPT to polish tone, while big Google-style features are still missing.

Samsung XR smart glasses may launch in two versions. A leak cites model numbers SM-O200P and SM-O200J, plus a 12MP autofocus camera, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and transition lenses on one variant.

Samsung’s LockStar update adds a huge set of unlock animations to Galaxy phones on One UI 8.5. Version 8.5.00.8 also brings manual AOD brightness on some models, plus a few fixes.

A new tip says Galaxy S26 45W charging is coming to Samsung’s base flagship, with 45W also on S26+ and 60W on Ultra. The missing details, battery size and charger requirements, will decide how big it feels.

Meta’s VR gaming push is shrinking, and you’ll feel it. Reality Labs layoffs and the closure of the studios behind Resident Evil 4 and Deadpool point to fewer big exclusives for Quest owners.