
Two Days at the Top of the Chart
Intel’s latest chips briefly topped Apple’s M5 in multi-core benchmarks, but shifting results quickly restored the familiar order, highlighting how fleeting performance leads have become.

Intel’s latest chips briefly topped Apple’s M5 in multi-core benchmarks, but shifting results quickly restored the familiar order, highlighting how fleeting performance leads have become.

As anticipation builds for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, one wish stands out: a decisive leap in real-world battery life that prioritizes daily confidence over headline-grabbing specs.

Apple unveils a new Black Unity Apple Watch band, continuing its tradition of using subtle design and symbolism to honor Black history and cultural continuity.

A former astronaut says current lunar spacesuits still fall short, highlighting concerns over mobility and readiness as plans to return humans to the Moon accelerate.

Intel’s Panther Lake laptop CPUs don’t redefine the market, but improved efficiency, thermals, and balanced performance signal a quiet comeback after years of mobile uncertainty.

Microsoft’s first Windows 11 update of 2026 caused widespread issues, from performance problems to system instability, disrupting users and denting confidence in routine updates.

An unsecured database exposed about 149 million login records, including roughly 900,000 linked to Apple users, highlighting how misconfigurations can quietly put digital identities at risk.

Apple has unveiled a new AirTag with expanded connectivity and improved findability, extending the range and reliability of locating everyday items through the Find My network.

Rising gamer backlash is pushing studios to delay, revise, or scrap new releases, highlighting how player sentiment now shapes development decisions across the gaming industry.

WhatsApp introduces a thinking mode in Meta AI, favoring more deliberate, reasoned responses over speed as AI conversations grow more complex.

Realme Note 80 has appeared in multiple certifications ahead of its Pakistan launch, suggesting a near release with expected modest pricing and mid-range specs.

Yamaha’s engineering has powered unexpected performance cars, from the Lexus LFA and Volvo V8s to the Ford Taurus SHO, Toyota 2000GT, and Lotus Exige with Yamaha-tuned engines.

Roku OS 15.1 is rolling out to TVs and players, bringing smoother video seeking and backend improvements aimed at more reliable streaming without changing the interface.

Chip shortages have exposed weak points in electronics supply chains, allowing fake GPUs and relabelled chips to surface and challenging long-held assumptions about trust and sourcing.

AMD will continue using RDNA 3.5 iGPUs in mainstream APUs through 2029, while premium SoCs adopt RDNA 5 for higher graphics performance and advanced features.

iPhone users in the U.S. have begun receiving payments from Apple’s $95 million Siri privacy settlement following a class action over unintended Siri recordings, with eligible claimants getting funds this month.

A study finds Google AI Overviews cite YouTube more than any medical website in health searches, raising concerns about reliability as AI summaries shape how users access medical info.

A thoughtful portable tech setup lightweight devices, essential accessories, and reliable connectivity makes working from anywhere practical, focused, and sustainable.

A one‑time $40 lifetime subscription to an advanced ad blocker gives families cross‑device protection from ads, trackers and unwanted content — promising smoother, safer browsing.
Apple is overhauling Siri with a two-stage AI plan — first a Gemini-powered personalized assistant in early 2026, then a full chatbot-style Siri later in the year, part of a broader AI strategy shift.
From VLC and Bitwarden to Blender and DaVinci Resolve, several free apps outperform or rival popular paid alternatives in functionality, power, and features.

Keir Starmer hesitates to support a social media ban for under‑16s, reflecting both personal experience and wider debate over children’s safety online and policy effectiveness.

ASUS Republic of Gamers and DRX begin a two-year global esports partnership, combining high-performance peripherals with professional play and shared collaboration.

Roborock revealed the Saros Rover at CES 2026 — a stair-climbing robot vacuum prototype blending wheel-leg design to navigate multi-floor spaces and advance home robotics innovation.