Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-13Why an OpenAI Policy Chief Was Ousted Over 'Adult Mode'OpenAI dismissed Ryan Beiermeister in January after a gender-discrimination allegation; his firing came amid internal disputes over a planned ChatGPT "adult mode." He denies the claim, while OpenAI says the exit was unrelated.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-13Samsung Brings Direct Voicemail to Galaxy Phones NowSamsung’s One UI 8.5 beta brings Direct Voicemail to Galaxy phones: on-device voicemail storage, live transcription, Galaxy AI summaries and noise suppression. It’s faster, private, and more interactive than traditional voicemail.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-13Xiaomi Tag Pricing Leak Hints at Two Model OptionsA premature listing on Xiaomi's French store reveals the Xiaomi Tag at €17.99 and a four-pack at €59.99. Retailers already undercut prices. Expect two variants: a budget model without UWB and a pricier UWB-equipped option, with CR2032 battery life around one year.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-122Apple Bought an AI That Reads Lips — AirPods Go SilentApple reportedly bought Israeli startup Q.ai for about $2 billion to bring lip-reading, silent interaction to future AirPods and wearables. The move promises hands-free convenience—and intensifies privacy debates over biometric sensors.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-12Honor X6d Quietly Debuts with Dimensity 6300 and 50MPThe Honor X6d has appeared in the UAE as a near-twin to the Play 60A, swapping in a 50MP main camera and running on the Dimensity 6300. Priced for budget 5G buyers, it ships with Android 15 and 256GB storage.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-12Honor 600 Lite Spotted: Dimensity 7100 and Android 16Honor 600 Lite appears on Geekbench with a MediaTek Dimensity 7100, 8GB RAM and Android 16, while certifications confirm 5G, eSIM and NFC. The device looks set to succeed the 400 Lite and could launch around April.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-122Why One in Four Active Phones Is an iPhone in 2025In 2025, one in every four active smartphones is an iPhone. Counterpoint Research shows Apple and Samsung control 44% of the global active installed base, while Xiaomi, Oppo, vivo and emerging regional players shift the competitive map.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-12Why Apple May Keep iPhone 18 Pro Prices Flat, Per LeakAnalyst Jeff Pu reports Apple plans to keep iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max prices unchanged by securing memory deals and trimming display and camera costs, a sign of strategic cost management amid rising AI-driven memory demand.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-12Apple's iOS 26.3 Makes Switching to Android Dead SimpleApple's iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 arrive with critical security fixes and a new, global tool that streamlines moving photos, messages, apps and passwords to Android. Limited carrier location tracking controls also debut.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-11Russia Slams Telegram with New Limits and Heavy FinesRussia's communications regulator is moving to throttle Telegram and levy fines up to 64 million rubles for alleged noncompliance with content-removal laws, affecting video downloads and wider access.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-103The Silicon Revolution: Why Chinese Smartphones Have Massive Batteries (And Why Apple is Waiting)Imagine holding two smartphones. In your left hand, the latest iPhone Pro Max—a marvel of engineering, yet undeniable in...
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-10Samsung Nearly Confirms February 25 Galaxy S26 LaunchA contest posted by Samsung's Gulf X account references event phases that switch on February 25, strongly suggesting Galaxy Unpacked will reveal the Galaxy S26 family on that date—an indirect but persuasive hint.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-102EU Moves to Force Meta to Restore WhatsApp AI ChatbotsThe European Commission has tentatively ruled Meta's WhatsApp restrictions on third-party AI chatbots could be anti-competitive. Interim measures may be applied while a full probe continues, raising big questions for AI distribution.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-10Huawei Pura X2 Leak: Bigger Screens, Kirin 9030 ChipLeaks claim the Huawei Pura X2 will debut in China around March with a 7.69" WQHD+ inner display, 5.5" outer screen, Kirin 9030 chipset, telephoto camera, up to 20GB RAM, 1TB storage, and HarmonyOS 6.1.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-09iPhone 17e Keeps $599 Price, Adds MagSafe and A19 ChipBloomberg's Mark Gurman corroborates leaks: the iPhone 17e will add MagSafe, run on the A19 chip, and use new C1X and N1 radios, all while keeping the $599 price. Expected launch rumored for February 19.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-092Inside Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro: LPDDR6, GPU, and CostQualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 family reportedly includes two chips (SM8950 and SM8975). The Pro model adds LPDDR6, a fully enabled GPU, and bigger cache, targeting Ultra-tier flagships and higher prices.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-09Motorola Moto Buds 2 Plus Leak: Bose-Tuned TWS RevealedLeaked renders show Motorola's Moto Buds 2 Plus with a vertical stem design, two-tone case and 'Sound By Bose' branding. Expect ANC, Hi-Res Audio, and Dolby Atmos as more details emerge.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-08WhatsApp Tests Custom Lists to Tighten Status PrivacyWhatsApp is testing Custom Lists for status updates, letting users create named, emoji-tagged audiences and control who sees each status. Discovered in Android beta 2.26.5.11 via WABetaInfo; feature is not yet live.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-08Galaxy S26 Wireless Charging: No Built-In Magnets NowSamsung’s Galaxy S26 series is certified for Qi 2.2.1 but uses the Base Power Profile, meaning no built-in magnets. Expect faster wireless charging (20W–25W) and a new Qi2-compatible charging puck from Samsung.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-02-07Tim Cook Builds Apple's Next Playbook as 50th NearsTim Cook says succession planning is a central task as Apple prepares for its 50th anniversary. He named leadership continuity a priority while addressing executive exits and pointing to record financial results.
