Apple plans Siri AI-powered home hub, new Apple TV and refreshed HomePod mini: Report

Apple is reportedly preparing a new lineup of smart home devices, including a Siri AI-powered home hub, a refreshed Apple TV and an updated HomePod mini. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the upcoming devices will compete with Amazon’s Echo Show and Google’s Nest Hub in the AI-powered smart home market. Continue reading “Apple plans Siri AI-powered home hub, new Apple TV and refreshed HomePod mini: Report”

Apple smart glasses expected at WWDC 2027, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 in testing: Report

Apple is reportedly preparing its first smart glasses and upcoming Apple Watch models. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple’s smart glasses could be introduced as early as WWDC 2027, while the company is currently testing three new Apple Watch models, including the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Continue reading “Apple smart glasses expected at WWDC 2027, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 in testing: Report”

Apple planning Mac overhaul with M6 MacBook Pro, OLED Macs and new iMacs: Report

Apple is preparing a major overhaul of its Mac lineup, with updates planned across nearly every Mac model it sells, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The roadmap includes new MacBook Pro models, refreshed iMacs, updated MacBook Air models, a MacBook Neo refresh, and upgraded Mac mini and Mac Studio models. Continue reading “Apple planning Mac overhaul with M6 MacBook Pro, OLED Macs and new iMacs: Report”

Apple Upgrade leasing program expected to launch next week

Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce a new device leasing program called Apple Upgrade, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The program is expected to offer a subscription-style payment model for select Apple devices. Continue reading “Apple Upgrade leasing program expected to launch next week”

OnePlus to wind down US and Europe operations, India could follow in 2027: Report [Update: OnePlus India refutes shutdown rumors]

Update: OnePlus India has released an official statement saying that these are unverified speculations and the Indian business will continue to operate as usual.

OnePlus India continues to operate its business as usual, with all local operations on track. We urge the media to exercise restraint before amplifying unverified speculation.

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OpenAI’s first device could be a moveable screenless speaker: Report

OpenAI is reportedly preparing to launch its first consumer hardware device with a moveable, screenless speaker designed to serve as an AI companion for the home. According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the device is still under development and is being designed as a new type of “computer built for AI” that relies on ChatGPT and advanced voice capabilities instead of a traditional display. Continue reading “OpenAI’s first device could be a moveable screenless speaker: Report”

Apple’s M6, M7 and M8 chip roadmap shifts focus toward AI: Report

Apple is reportedly reshaping its Mac chip roadmap to prioritize artificial intelligence (AI), with future M-series processors designed around stronger AI capabilities instead of following the company’s traditional release cycle. Continue reading “Apple’s M6, M7 and M8 chip roadmap shifts focus toward AI: Report”

Anthropic explores custom AI chip manufacturing partnership with Samsung: Report

Anthropic is reportedly in talks with Samsung Electronics to serve as a manufacturing partner for a custom artificial intelligence (AI) chip, according to a report by The Information. The reported move comes as AI companies look to diversify their hardware supply chains to support growing demand for AI services. Continue reading “Anthropic explores custom AI chip manufacturing partnership with Samsung: Report”

Apple to refresh iPad Pro line, redesign entry-level MacBook Pro for 2027: Report

Apple is preparing a refreshed iPad Pro lineup and a redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro for 2027, alongside several major products planned around the iPhone’s 20th anniversary cycle, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Continue reading “Apple to refresh iPad Pro line, redesign entry-level MacBook Pro for 2027: Report”

Samsung Galaxy A18 5G said to use Qualcomm Snapdragon chip

Samsung Electronics is adjusting its mobile processor strategy for its upcoming mid-range smartphone lineup. According to a report from ZDNET Korea, the South Korean tech giant plans to equip the upcoming Galaxy A18 5G with a Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC, marking a departure from the in-house Exynos chip featured in last year’s Galaxy A17 5G. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy A18 5G said to use Qualcomm Snapdragon chip”

Google could soon add app-specific backup controls to Android

Google appears to be moving closer to giving Android users more control over their cloud backups. A feature first spotted by Android Authority in November 2025 would allow users to enable or disable backups for individual apps instead of relying solely on Android’s current backup system. Continue reading “Google could soon add app-specific backup controls to Android”

Apple Mac Studio roadmap includes M5 Ultra this year and M7 Ultra in 2028: Report

Apple is reportedly working on a multi-generation roadmap for the Mac Studio lineup, focusing on Ultra-class chip upgrades and internal thermal improvements. According to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, the lineup includes an M5 Ultra model expected as early as this year and an M7 Ultra variant planned for 2028. Apple is also developing a redesigned heat sink to support higher power demands in future systems. Continue reading “Apple Mac Studio roadmap includes M5 Ultra this year and M7 Ultra in 2028: Report”

Apple could skip M6 Pro and Max chips in favor of AI-focused M7 lineup: Report

Apple is reportedly preparing a major change to its Mac silicon roadmap. According to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman, the company, currently on its M5 chip family, plans to introduce only the base M6 processor for entry-level Macs while skipping the M6 Pro and M6 Max variants. Apple is instead expected to debut its next Pro and Max processors as part of an AI-focused M7 generation with more advanced computing and graphics capabilities. Continue reading “Apple could skip M6 Pro and Max chips in favor of AI-focused M7 lineup: Report”

Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus expected to revive design leadership: Report

Apple’s design organization could regain a more influential role under incoming CEO John Ternus, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The report says Ternus is expected to rebuild the team’s standing after years of leadership changes, talent departures, and a diminished role within Apple’s executive structure. Continue reading “Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus expected to revive design leadership: Report”

Apple plans price hikes as memory chip costs surge: Report

Apple is planning to raise prices on some of its products as soaring memory and storage chip costs continue to pressure the consumer electronics industry, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. In an interview with the publication, Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly said the company has worked to absorb higher component costs but acknowledged that price increases have become unavoidable. Continue reading “Apple plans price hikes as memory chip costs surge: Report”