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Following the public release of iOS 27, users report increased battery depletion and warmer device temperatures. Apple support documentation indicates the issue stems from temporary background setup tasks and on-device AI processing.
Huawei has launched the Kirin 9050 Pro mobile processor inside its Mate XT 2 tri-fold smartphone, asserting that the new chip operates completely free of U.S. technology despite lingering foreign tool dependencies in domestic foundries.
Scientists at the State University of Campinas have developed a phase-field simulation model that uses natural voltage variations to inspect the internal microstructure and chemical kinetics of lithium-ion batteries without physical disassembly.
A commentary published by Mashable Tech highlights the severe emotional and structural limits of high-profile tech settlements like Meta's recent $17 billion agreement, pointing to new California legislation as the viable path for systemic platform reform.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Congress potentially has a role to play in drafting legislative guardrails for artificial intelligence, announcing plans to meet with leading industry executives.
Apple is reportedly preparing to expand into mobile gaming hardware with two iPhone controllers developed under its Beats brand, according to recent reporting and operating system code findings.
Intuit is leaning into aggressive new-customer acquisition across its small-business and consumer tax divisions, accepting short-term revenue tradeoffs to maximize long-term lifetime value and scale its artificial intelligence platform.
LG Electronics has publicly denied claims that its smart televisions continuously listen to and record user conversations, responding to a technical investigation by Gamers Nexus and cybersecurity researchers.
The federal Environmental Protection Agency is moving to scrap rules that require states to inform the public and gather feedback before issuing air-pollution permits for industrial data centers and power plants.
Apple's Apple Watch Series 12 introduces Audio Intelligence capabilities that capture and summarize conversations, raising legal questions around all-party consent laws.
Microsoft is making foundational changes to Windows to support AI agent workloads alongside traditional human users, according to Windows and Devices chief Pavan Davuluri.
Spain's Directorate General of Traffic has granted WeRide, Uber, and AVOMO the nation's first Level 4 autonomous vehicle permit. The consortium will begin testing 20 driverless cars in Greater Madrid ahead of a planned 2026 commercial deployment.
Cybercriminals are exploiting consumer anticipation around Grand Theft Auto 6 by circulating fake installation files packed with ransomware, info-stealers, and remote access trojans.
During his inaugural keynote as Apple chief executive, John Ternus rejected claims that the smartphone has peaked, placing the iPhone at the center of the company's hardware and artificial intelligence strategy.
Following its hardware event, Apple updated its trade-in program, reducing top buyback payouts for several previous iPhone models while boosting trade-in valuations for iPads and Macs.
Alongside the rollout of its iPhone 18 and foldable iPhone Duo, Apple has increased the base prices of several older iPhone models by $100, citing rising memory and component expenses.
At Goldman Sachs' Communacopia conference, executives from CoreWeave, Visa, Comcast, and Charter detailed growing challenges around AI adoption and broadband disruption.
Apple is raising the starting prices for its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max by $100, while updating the display hardware to feature a smaller Dynamic Island.
Security researchers at Kinryū Labs discovered an unsecured database containing 220 million records from an Advance Passenger Information System spanning 2017 through 2026.
Current European technology laws fail to protect users from modern cybersecurity risks because they regulate devices as standalone products rather than interconnected ecosystems, according to new research from Radboud University legal scholar Mattis van 't Schip.
Expanding artificial intelligence workloads are reshaping digital storage economics, driving steep price increases across both solid-state drives and traditional mechanical hard drives.
Dell has quietly increased prices across its entry-level XPS 13 lineup by $100 while introducing a new base configuration with half the original storage capacity, following industry-wide memory shortages.
Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut roughly 10% of its global workforce over two years while lowering its break-even target to 300,000 vehicles annually, reallocating savings into software, battery tech, and factory automation.
Financial disclosures from General Motors and Honda show the Apple CarPlay-equipped Honda Prologue significantly outperforming the Chevy Blazer EV following GM's decision to drop smartphone mirroring.
Adobe has named Anil Chakravarthy as its next president and chief executive officer, succeeding Shantanu Narayen effective Dec. 1, amid growing market pressure over generative AI disruption.
EPAM Systems has joined the Wiz Partner Alliance to expand its cybersecurity and cloud remediation offerings following a second-quarter report that showed margin expansion alongside slowing top-line growth.
Enterprise hardware makers continue to build specialized rugged laptops designed to survive harsh field environments, trading slim profiles for extreme impact resistance and custom connectivity.
Costco Wholesale has shut down Costco Next, its online third-party curated marketplace program launched in 2017 to offer members direct-to-consumer deals on non-warehouse items.
Quad9 has transferred its corporate domicile to Switzerland, putting its open DNS resolution platform under Swiss data privacy laws while providing free malware and phishing protection globally.
Tesla has ramped up previews of its steering-wheel-free Cybercab ahead of a planned event in Austin, highlighting driverless vehicle trials as Wall Street evaluates the automaker's progress against autonomous rivals.
Engineers at the Shibaura Institute of Technology have created a parametric design system that transforms flat paper sheets into self-folding helical wearable sensors tailored to individual body measurements.
Sen. Ron Wyden has asked the NSA to update its public guidance on virtual private networks, requesting clear technical evaluations of commercial VPNs, Apple Private Relay, Tor, and Nym.
Merge Screens is addressing infotainment obsolescence in Chevrolet Silverados spanning model years 2007 through 2026, pointing to a broader transition in the automotive aftermarket from purely mechanical repairs to service-supported digital interface upgrades.
A new University of Michigan study highlights that many smartwatch health figures are calculated estimates rather than direct biological measurements, advising users to monitor long-term trends rather than treat devices as medical instruments.
Apple and Google updated digital map labels to align with federal directives, sparking debate over corporate compliance and product accuracy while smaller competitors gained market share.
Federal authorities are investigating an ongoing data breach involving dark web service Nexus, which listed over 153 million identity card scans harvested via third-party verification systems.
MapQuest surged to the top of the U.S. App Store after refusing to adopt a federal directive renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America,' outpacing Big Tech rivals Google and Apple.
A newly launched dark web database called Nexus claims to hold more than 150 million driver's licenses and passports from residents in the U.S. and Canada, with security researchers pointing to Louisiana-based IDScan as the compromised source.
Apple has updated Apple Maps to label Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for U.S. users following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. The move follows similar updates by Google.
John Ternus has officially taken over as Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook following a 15-year tenure. In a staff memo ahead of the company's September 9 event, Ternus teased a major upcoming launch alongside future hardware initiatives.
Tim Cook leaves the CEO role at Apple with a strong environmental track record compared to tech industry peers, but the infrastructure demands of generative AI pose a severe challenge to maintaining the company's carbon targets.
Reports suggest significant price hikes for graphics cards are imminent, with a limited opportunity to purchase high-end Nvidia GPUs at their suggested retail price at a gaming convention.
The Federal Communications Commission has voted to eliminate the national broadcast ownership cap, replacing it with a granular, case-by-case review process for consolidation proposals.
Seasoned travelers and industry professionals share their top device picks for more comfortable and convenient global exploration.
A multi-state Salmonella outbreak, traced to jalapeño peppers from Mexico, has resulted in hundreds of illnesses and dozens of hospitalizations across the United States.
Capcom's recent investor Q&A revealed its strong reliance on digital distribution and minimal concern regarding the broader industry's move away from physical game formats.
Upcoming European Union regulations are poised to influence smartphone design, potentially ushering in a return to more easily replaceable batteries for consumer devices.
The 13-inch MacBook Air M5 is currently available for $1,134, marking its lowest price since Apple's company-wide price adjustments in June.
Apple has increased trade-in values for its own devices and expanded its program to include additional Android models from Samsung, Google, and OnePlus.
A 65-inch LG C6 OLED television, recognized for its visual fidelity and specialized viewing modes, is currently available for $2,000, representing a $700 discount.
Despite the impending release of the Pixel 11, some users of the two-year-old Pixel 9 Pro do not plan to upgrade, citing several key reasons.
The most effective Android charging equipment varies based on user priorities, from rapid power delivery to portable convenience.
Chevron and Williams are making significant investments in power generation for data centers, signaling a new revenue stream for the fossil fuel industry.
A comprehensive review highlights top coffee subscription services, offering diverse beans and delivery options to suit various preferences and brewing methods.
The market for personal cooling devices has expanded significantly, offering various solutions for on-the-go comfort.
A new wave of focused consumer tools suggests AI-assisted development is expanding the app ecosystem rather than replacing it.
Leasing and guaranteed buybacks could shorten replacement cycles, but the economics favor customers who already upgrade frequently.
Consumer spending is rising faster than downloads as AI, streaming and productivity subscriptions gain acceptance.
AI data-center customers are securing long-term supply, leaving consumer-device makers with higher component costs into 2028.
Apple still set a quarterly services record, but regulatory pressure and softer gaming activity limited growth in key areas.
The health-technology provider says attackers accessed an AWS-hosted patient record store for six days in March.
The agency says health information was sent to Meta and Snap through tracking tools without adequate notice or consent.
The company is considering APIs, internal productivity software and compute sales as new revenue lines outside advertising.
