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Spotify iOS app now shows premium pricing and external payment links in the US
Spotify has quietly rolled out an update to its iPhone app in the U.S., enabling users to view subscription pricing and access external links to complete purchases directly on the…
Samsung reopens Care+ enrollment for recent flagships until June 15
Samsung is offering a temporary exception to its usual policy on Care+ enrollment, giving recent flagship device owners a chance to sign up for its extended service plan after purchase.…
Snapchat rolls out sponsored AI lenses in UAE and Saudi Arabia
Snapchat has introduced its Sponsored AI Lenses in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, marking a strategic push into AI-powered advertising in the Gulf region. The new format leverages…
Microsoft explains how a Janet Jackson song nearly crashed Windows PCs—again
Microsoft has revealed new details about a surprisingly real and recurring vulnerability tied to an unlikely culprit: Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation. What began as a curious bug affecting older laptops has…
Apple issues spyware warning to iPhone users in 100 countries
Apple has issued a stark warning to iPhone users across 100 countries, alerting them to the presence of mercenary-grade spyware potentially targeting their devices. While the company didn’t name the…
Microsoft accounts will default to passkeys, phasing out passwords
Microsoft is taking another step toward eliminating passwords from the login experience. Starting now, all new Microsoft accounts will default to passwordless sign-in using passkeys—a move the company says enhances…
Apple posts strong quarterly results as trade uncertainty looms
Apple reported second-quarter earnings that narrowly surpassed Wall Street forecasts, even as ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policy with China adds pressure to the company’s future outlook. The tech giant…
Microsoft raises global prices for Xbox consoles and games
Microsoft is raising the global prices of its Xbox consoles, accessories, and some upcoming games, marking one of the most widespread cost increases the platform has seen in years. The…
Android Auto’s light theme may finally be making a return
Android Auto users might soon see the return of a long-missing feature: a light theme. According to recent findings in the app’s code, Google appears to be refining this long-rumored…
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch date leaks—here’s what to expect
Samsung appears to be gearing up for the official reveal of the Galaxy S25 Edge, with a newly leaked poster pointing to a May 13, 2025 launch date. The information…
Google challenges Duolingo with bite-sized, AI-Driven language learning lessons
Google has quietly stepped into the language learning space with Little Language Lessons, an experimental tool developed under Google Labs that delivers AI-generated lessons in small, flexible doses. While it’s not…
Duolingo adds 148 language courses, citing AI as the driving force
Duolingo has launched 148 new language courses in what the company is calling its largest expansion to date—an aggressive move made possible by its recent shift to an AI-centered development…
Google confirms Gemini AI is coming to Apple devices this year
Google’s long-anticipated push to bring its Gemini AI to Apple devices appears to be gaining traction. During testimony in an ongoing antitrust trial, CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed that Gemini is…
New Orb app measures internet health with more than just download speeds
The team behind widely used tools like Speedtest and Down Detector has introduced a new application called Orb, designed to provide users with a far more comprehensive look at their internet…
Google adds native AI image editing to Gemini App with gradual rollout
Google is beginning a phased rollout of native AI image editing tools within its Gemini app, expanding the app’s capabilities beyond text-based interactions. The new feature allows users to edit…
Huawei debuts Smart Door Lock 2 with built-in camera and multi-mode access
Huawei has introduced the Smart Door Lock 2, an updated version of its 2022 smart lock, currently available exclusively in China. This new model adds several hardware and software improvements,…
GPT-4 Retires: the dnd of a landmark AI model that redefined tech
When OpenAI officially sunsets GPT-4 from ChatGPT on April 30, 2025, it won't just be the end of a software version—it will mark the close of a significant chapter in…
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE series in UAE with larger displays and AI features
Samsung has launched its latest Galaxy Tab S10 FE and S10 FE+ tablets in the UAE, positioning them as entry-level options within the Galaxy ecosystem that still carry many of…