Samsung confirms a defining Galaxy S26 Ultra feature, signaling a shift toward quieter, AI-driven intelligence and endurance woven into daily use rather than headline-grabbing spectacle.
Apple has seen several AI researchers and a senior Siri leader depart for Meta and Google DeepMind, reflecting fierce competition for talent and ongoing shifts in the AI landscape.
Study in Singapore finds notable rates of problematic gaming among young adults; experts suggest fostering social “third places” outside digital screens to support healthier connection.
Goddess of Victory: NIKKE announces a crossover event with anime Lycoris Recoil launching February 12, featuring playable anime characters, original story content, and blended visuals.
Perpetual Microsoft Office licenses offer one-time purchase access to core apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as an alternative to ongoing Microsoft 365 subscription fees, with deals often below $100.
Samsung’s 2026 OLED TVs and Odyssey gaming monitors now feature NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible certification for smoother, synchronized gaming visuals alongside vibrant OLED picture quality.
An affordable 24.5″ gaming monitor by Xiaomi, the Redmi G25 offers a 200 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response, adaptive sync, and broad color support, blending smooth performance with budget-friendly pricing.
Smartwatches now offer ECG features that can detect certain heart rhythm irregularities, but experts emphasize they are screening tools, not diagnostic devices, and should support—not replace—medical care.
Uploading files to Google Drive from Android, iPhone, or laptop is a simple, consistent process that keeps documents, photos, and data accessible across devices with minimal effort.
Cybercriminals are increasingly using AI platforms to create more adaptive banking malware on Android, raising new security concerns while reinforcing the need for cautious app habits.
Instagram is developing a feature that lets users remove themselves from Close Friends lists, offering a quieter way to manage privacy and social comfort within shared content.
A new humanoid robot maker believes approachable design and transparency could ease public resistance to robots entering everyday home life.
NASA has begun a full practice countdown for its first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, testing systems and teams ahead of a historic return to the Moon.
Gen Z users increasingly turn to AI for conversation, revealing a quieter form of loneliness shaped by constant connectivity and limited human presence.
A viral Chinese app asks users “Are you dead?” if they go inactive, reflecting growing isolation among young people living alone and a desire to be noticed.
After a cyberattack exposed therapy notes online, questions emerge about privacy, trust, and the risks of storing deeply personal mental health data digitally.
Politicians have agreed to stop using a social media platform, citing concerns over abuse, misinformation, and the erosion of meaningful public discourse.
Support is increasing for restricting social media use among under-16s, as concerns grow about mental health, development, and the impact of constant digital exposure.
A new AI model from DeepMind analyzes DNA at scale, revealing patterns that help explain how genetic instructions influence biological function and disease.
TikTok US denies claims of censorship, saying content moderation follows platform rules, as users question visibility and trust amid heightened scrutiny.
Island businesses are being warned about increasingly sophisticated scam emails that exploit trust, familiarity, and limited resources to commit fraud.
Meta plans to trial optional premium subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, signaling a subtle shift in how social platforms balance free access and paid features.
AI using affectionate language blurs emotional boundaries, offering comfort without intention, intimacy without risk, and raising quiet questions about connection in the digital age.
After a roughly 65 % drop in stock price, Taylor Frigon Capital Management fully exited its position in internet infrastructure provider Cogent Communications, showing institutional repositioning amid market reevaluation.