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Vivo’s X Fold 6 is launching internationally after debuting in China in June, but its familiar, taller design now feels dated beside newer foldables that have moved to shorter, wider proportions. It has a visible crease and an IP59 dust and water resistance rating, while its large displays…
Grokipedia, SpaceXAI's AI-powered Wikipedia alternative, has released a v0.3 update featuring a redesigned interface with a new logo, refreshed homepage and improved live edits page. The update marks a significant development for the platform, which had appeared to stall entirely over the past several months, suggesting renewed commitment…
Paramount has appointed former Mattel chief Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO alongside David Ellison, ahead of the planned merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The arrangement divides leadership responsibilities: Ellison will oversee long-term strategy and creative direction, while Kreiz will manage day-to-day operations and integration of the combined businesses. Kreiz…
Google has announced Gemini 4 Argon, a new AI model it says performs strongly on complex software engineering, business and cybersecurity tasks. Access is initially limited to a group of “trusted cyber defenders” while Google strengthens safeguards, making the announcement notable for its cautious, staged release. Google says…
Meta and OpenAI are preparing dedicated AI hardware after earlier devices from other companies drew frustration and backlash. Both appear to be introducing their software agents first, in the hope that people will find them useful and then want to interact with them through physical devices. Meta plans…
Reddit plans to further restrict access to Old Reddit, its classic browsing experience, to curb scraping and automated traffic. In the next few months, users will need to be logged in and to have used Old Reddit within the previous six months; the company says this covers most…
Amazon is developing smart glasses for delivery drivers that could take thousands of photos during a typical shift and upload them to its AI Wellspring platform. The company says the images are intended to improve deliveries, but the near-constant capture of people and private property raises privacy concerns,…
Donald Trump announced a voluntary AI safety pledge signed by leaders from Google, Anthropic, Meta, OpenAI, xAI and Nvidia. The companies are to oversee their own frontier AI systems under shared guidelines, which the article describes as morally binding but apparently carrying no penalties for breaches. The plan…
A viral trend on TikTok called "fibermaxxing" has seen content creators, influencers and healthcare providers promoting high-fibre diets through increasingly creative and humorous videos. The movement reflects genuine health concerns: roughly 95 per cent of Americans consume insufficient fibre, and rates of colorectal cancer in people under 50…
Asus has received a US exemption from a ban on future foreign-made consumer routers, allowing it to sell new models, including early Wi-Fi 8 routers. The exemption matters because it covers all of Asus’s future routers through March 2028, though the company has not clarified whether it submitted…
Xbox chief Asha Sharma says Microsoft is not selling its gaming business, directly rejecting reports that senior executives had considered spinning it off. She says the company will pursue partnerships and changes to its operating model as needed, while Microsoft’s current focus appears to be restoring growth through…
Halide Mark III’s latest update adds support for the variable aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro’s main camera, giving users more precise control than other third-party camera apps. The change matters to photographers who want to adjust how much light reaches the sensor and shape the look of…
Meta’s Muse AI agent can carry out tasks such as managing emails and buying items, but recent reports have raised questions about how safely it handles personal information and acts on users’ behalf. Tech YouTuber Matt Robb says Muse shared his home address with a prospective Facebook Marketplace…
Google has launched a pilot programme paying publishers for their content used in its AI-powered search features, according to reports. This initiative matters because Google faces significant scrutiny, legal challenges, and regulatory pressure over how its AI features affect publisher web traffic and business models. The pilot includes…
Instagram has introduced an AI "creative assistant" within its Edits app that analyses user account data and provides feedback on post performance. This marks a significant shift in how platforms handle transparency about content metrics, as Instagram and YouTube now actively guide creators on how to optimise for…
Amazon’s new Fire TV Stick 4K can draw power directly from a television’s USB port, removing the need for a separate adapter and making setup simpler. Available for $59.99, it runs Amazon’s refreshed TV OS and includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 and Bluetooth Low Energy. The launch leaves…
Sonos has released the Ace Ultra headphones at the same $449 price point as the original Sonos Ace, which launched with significant limitations in system integration. The original Ace had a glitchy TV audio swap feature that only worked with the Arc soundbar and a single pair of…
Samsung has unveiled its Galaxy Tab S12 series, with the Plus model receiving a substantial refresh of the two-year-old Tab S10 Plus, whilst the Ultra variant carries over largely unchanged from last year's Tab S11 Ultra. The Tab S12 Plus represents a meaningful upgrade for existing owners of…
Samsung has announced the Galaxy SmartTag 3, a smaller Bluetooth tracker with longer battery life and new tracking features. Its support for iPhones is designed to let users share tracking information with friends and family, while Samsung continues to use its own Galaxy Find Network. The tracker is…
Apple will reportedly unveil a new smart home hub, dubbed HomePad, on 13 October alongside refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV models. All three devices will showcase Apple's overhauled Siri AI assistant, with the smart home hub serving as the centrepiece of this announcement. This marks Apple's entry…