Apple’s next flagship, the iPhone 18, is being linked to an unusual launch timeline that could see it arrive well ahead of Apple’s traditional fall release window. Normally, Apple unveils new iPhones in September, but multiple supply-chain reports suggest that the standard model may instead debut in spring 2026 — essentially months earlier than the usual schedule. Why This Is Surprising Industry insiders who track Apple’s production cycle say that preliminary trial production of the iPhone 18 lineup is now expected to begin in February 2026, shortly after the Chinese New Year period. This early build-run phase often signals that…
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Late on December 15, 2025, the Steam gaming platform experienced a major outage, with thousands of players reporting problems connecting to the service and using community features like the Workshop and discussion boards. Users who tried to log in, view profiles, or load game libraries were often met with an E502 L3 error — a “Bad Gateway” type message that typically means the issue is on Steam’s servers rather than on a player’s PC or internet connection. This outage wasn’t isolated. Less than 24 hours later, Steam suffered a second widespread disruption, with more than 41,000 users reporting issues on…
ServiceNow Inc., the Santa Clara–based enterprise software giant known for cloud-based workflow automation, has agreed to acquire cybersecurity startup Armis for $7.75 billion in cash — marking the company’s largest acquisition to date. The deal was announced on December 23, 2025. Why This Matters ServiceNow’s strategy has focused heavily on expanding its AI-powered platform and security capabilities amid rising digital and AI-driven threats. Armis is a specialist in cyber exposure management and device threat detection, offering real-time visibility into vulnerabilities across IT, operational technology (OT), and connected devices such as IoT and medical gear — areas where traditional security tools…
Created by a Chinese robotics company called AheadForm, this prototype — part of their Origin M1 “face robot” series — is turning heads online because it moves in ways that feel familiar and strangely natural, yet still just a bit off. A Robot That Actually Looks Aware Once you hit play, you’re greeted with a smooth-skinned robotic head that doesn’t just sit still like a sculpture. It tilts, blinks, and scans its environment with subtlety — the kind of motions you see in a person thinking or noticing something new. What’s especially striking is how organic those movements appear compared…
Nothing teamed up with Arun “MrWhosetheboss” Maini, a hugely popular technology YouTuber, to create a hypothetical “dream smartphone” design — essentially a custom concept phone that blends enthusiast wishes with cutting-edge hardware ideas. MrWhosetheboss is known for tech reviews and deep dives into smartphone design and performance, with a channel of over 22 million subscribers. Nothing didn’t actually manufacture a physical device — instead, they produced detailed renders and a spec list that visualize what Maini’s ideal flagship phone could look like if built. This was shared in a video and related promotional content. Key Concept Features Why It’s Just…
Cloud gaming usage has jumped sharply this holiday season, with activity across major streaming game platforms rising by roughly 45% compared with the previous year. This surge reflects a growing number of players choosing to stream games over the internet — instead of playing locally on consoles or PCs — during a peak gaming period. Why the Uptick Is Happening Several trends are driving this boost in cloud gaming: Cloud Gaming’s Market Momentum Industry projections show cloud gaming gaining broader traction: analysts forecast the global cloud gaming market to reach multi-billion-dollar scale in the near future, with adoption growing in…
Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia has set a new national standard in tech education by becoming the first university in the United States to receive dual National Security Agency (NSA) validations for academic programs that combine cybersecurity and artificial intelligence — a growing area of national importance. What the Recognition Means Earlier in December 2025, the NSA — through its CyberAI Program of Study validation initiative — granted ODU’s programs two distinct recognitions: These validations confirm that the university’s curriculum meets rigorous NSA standards for training students where cybersecurity intersects with AI technologies. The designations are effective through 2030,…
Mozilla, the organization behind the Firefox web browser, has officially named Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as its new CEO, setting the stage for a significant shift in strategy that could reshape the future of the browser. Under his leadership, Firefox is expected to evolve into a “modern AI browser” over the coming years — but not without sparking controversy in the tech community. New Leadership and Vision Enzor-DeMeo, formerly general manager of Firefox, took over from interim CEO Laura Chambers in December 2025. In his first major public message, he outlined a strategy focused on trust, transparency, and user choice, especially around…
Rohit Prasad, the senior vice president who has been leading Amazon’s artificial general intelligence (AGI) and AI model efforts, is leaving the company at the end of 2025. Prasad, a key architect of Amazon’s Alexa technology and later its Nova AI models, joined Amazon in 2013 and has played a central role in its AI strategy for more than a decade. Big Reorganization Underway Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced a significant restructuring of the company’s AI teams. Rather than keeping the AGI division separate, Amazon is creating a new unified technology organization that combines: This larger group will be led…
Apple has rolled out the initial maintenance updates for several of its major operating systems, including watchOS 26, visionOS 26, and tvOS 26 — all of which were originally released earlier in September. These updates are now available to users and can be installed through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each compatible device. watchOS 26.0.2 — Bug Fixes and Security Enhancements The Apple Watch software update is labeled watchOS 26.0.2 (following an earlier internal 26.0.1 release that added Messages and Find My support for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 in Mexico). This version focuses primarily on…
Sony has rolled out a significant software update for the PlayStation Portal in late 2025 that addresses some of the most common frustrations users have had since the device launched. After months of feedback from players, this update brings not only smoother navigation but also deeper integration with the PlayStation ecosystem — including support for in-game purchases directly on the device. Why This Update Matters When the PlayStation Portal first arrived, it was a clever idea: a handheld designed to stream PS5 games via Remote Play or the cloud. However, early versions of the interface could feel sluggish, and certain…
YouTube has launched Recap 2025, a new feature that gives users a personalized breakdown of their yearly watch history. Similar to Spotify Wrapped, Recap highlights your top creators, most-watched channels, favorite topics, and even assigns you a viewing personality based on your habits. The feature is available starting today for users in North America, with a global rollout scheduled later in the week. A Yearly Summary of Your YouTube Activity Recap presents up to 12 cards showcasing insights pulled from your YouTube history, including your most-viewed content, preferred genres, and key themes you engaged with throughout the year. The launch…
Micron is shutting down its Crucial brand, ending the company’s long-running line of consumer SSDs and RAM. According to VideoCardz, Micron announced that stepping away from the consumer market will help it better serve its largest and fastest-growing customers—primarily companies building AI systems. The decision comes at a time when memory prices are climbing sharply due to intense demand from the AI sector. OpenAI, for example, has secured major supply deals with SK Hynix and Samsung to produce as many as 900,000 DRAM units each month for its Stargate project. With Crucial exiting the scene, PC enthusiasts and builders will…
Samsung has officially launched its first triple-fold smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, marking a new milestone in its foldable lineup. The launch comes amid reports that Apple is preparing its first foldable device for release next year. A New Era of Foldables Samsung reveals that the hinge system in the Galaxy Z TriFold has been extensively redesigned to meet the unique demands of a tri-fold form factor. It features two differently sized hinges with a dual-rail structure, engineered to ensure a smoother and more stable folding experience. Galaxy Z TriFold – Key Specifications Display The device is protected by Corning…
Canon’s excellent R6 III dominated the conversation for most of the year, but the arrival of the Sony a7 V changes the landscape entirely. Sony’s latest full-frame hybrid camera brings major improvements in speed, processing power, and performance—making it a serious contender for the best all-round camera available today. Design and Handling: Familiar Yet Improved At first glance, the Sony a7 V looks almost identical to the a7 IV. It retains the same chassis, control layout, and a combination of one UHS-II SD slot plus a hybrid CFexpress Type A/SD slot. The body weighs around 695g with a battery and…