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Apple reportedly testing new iPad Pro models and redesigned MacBook Pro

Apple reportedly testing new iPad Pro models and redesigned MacBook Pro

Apple is testing performance-focused updates for its iPad Pro line and a visual redesign for its entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro for early 2027.

Technology ·2 Jul 2026, 14:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Shawn Layden defends Sony PC strategy amid reports of platform pivot

Shawn Layden defends Sony PC strategy amid reports of platform pivot

Former PlayStation executive Shawn Layden has challenged reports that Sony plans to scale back its narrative-driven PC releases. The debate highlights a divide between prioritizing hardware exclusivity and expanding IP reach.

Technology ·1 Jul 2026, 12:35 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Google launches Nano Banana 2 image model with high-speed generation

Google launches Nano Banana 2 image model with high-speed generation

Google’s new Nano Banana 2 image model bridges the gap between high-speed iteration and studio-grade quality across its ecosystem. The release includes a cost-effective Lite version and enterprise-ready features like SynthID watermarking.

Technology ·1 Jul 2026, 09:40 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Gemini Spark comes to Google's Gemini app for macOS

Gemini Spark comes to Google's Gemini app for macOS

Gemini Spark for macOS is in beta testing, offering capabilities to manage local files and integrate with various first-party and third-party services.

Technology ·1 Jul 2026, 08:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Gemini Spark comes to Google's Gemini app for macOS

Gemini Spark comes to Google's Gemini app for macOS

Google's new Gemini Spark update for macOS transforms the AI from a chatbot into an active agent capable of managing local files and third-party app integrations.

Technology ·1 Jul 2026, 06:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Gemini Spark adds third-party app support and remote Mac control features

Gemini Spark adds third-party app support and remote Mac control features

Google is evolving Gemini Spark from a conversational chatbot into a multi-platform agent by adding third-party integrations and a remote macOS control system.

Technology ·1 Jul 2026, 00:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo slash shipment targets up to 30% amid memory crunch

Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo slash shipment targets up to 30% amid memory crunch

Major Chinese handset manufacturers are pivoting away from volume-driven strategies due to a scarcity of DRAM components required for AI. The resulting supply squeeze has forced significant cuts to production forecasts for 2026.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 17:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Parmigiani Fleurier adds Mineral Blue edition to Tonda PF Sport Chronograph

Parmigiani Fleurier adds Mineral Blue edition to Tonda PF Sport Chronograph

Parmigiani Fleurier has introduced a Mineral Blue edition to its Tonda PF Sport Chronograph collection, featuring a proprietary Ultra-Cermet case.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 12:31 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Clicks reveals working prototype of Communicator QWERTY smartphone

Clicks reveals working prototype of Communicator QWERTY smartphone

Clicks Technology has unveiled the Communicator, a new smartphone prototype designed for productivity that features a physical QWERTY keyboard and Android 16.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 11:06 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Valve launches Steam Machine starting at $1,049 with June 30 shipping

Valve launches Steam Machine starting at $1,049 with June 30 shipping

Valve is returning to the living room with a premium Steam Machine featuring semi-custom AMD silicon and a strict anti-scalper reservation system.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 08:09 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
WhatsApp introduces usernames to let users chat without sharing phone numbers

WhatsApp introduces usernames to let users chat without sharing phone numbers

Meta's WhatsApp is introducing unique usernames to improve user privacy and reduce the need to share personal mobile numbers to initiate contact.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 07:23 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 05:03 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Tidal stops royalty payments for fully AI-generated music

Tidal stops royalty payments for fully AI-generated music

Tidal has announced a new strategy to demonetize music fully generated by synthetic tools while introducing AI-labeling badges to improve transparency.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 03:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung reportedly planning to launch a smartphone with a rollable screen

Samsung reportedly planning to launch a smartphone with a rollable screen

Samsung is reportedly developing a rollable smartphone, which industry observers refer to as the Galaxy Z Slide, targeting a launch in early 2028. This design aims to provide a tablet-like experience that avoids the hinge creases associated with current foldable devices.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 15:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Nintendo sets Switch 2 price at 499 dollars starting September 1

Nintendo sets Switch 2 price at 499 dollars starting September 1

Nintendo has officially announced a global price hike for the Switch 2 console, citing rising component costs and semiconductor market volatility. The adjustment sets the new U.S. retail price at $499.99 starting September 1, 2026.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 14:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes reveals Zohar as new DLC character

Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes reveals Zohar as new DLC character

Zohar joins the Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes roster as the fourth DLC fighter, featuring a puppet-style playstyle alongside a major system update.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 09:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads

Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads

The Bakunawa Killer debuts as a mysterious, playable antagonist in Virtua Fighter Crossroads. The new RGG Studio title shifts the series toward a narrative-driven action-adventure experience.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 04:04 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung to charge 5 dollars monthly for SmartThings API access in October

Samsung to charge 5 dollars monthly for SmartThings API access in October

Samsung plans to transition its SmartThings API to a subscription model, impacting third-party developers, commercial partners, and home automation platforms.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 02:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Sunaofe Announces Pre-Order for the Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair

Sunaofe Announces Pre-Order for the Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair

Sunaofe has launched its flagship Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair, a direct-to-consumer model designed to provide adjustability for remote and hybrid workers.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 01:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
AI search engines pull from different web sources than Google rankings

AI search engines pull from different web sources than Google rankings

A divergence between traditional search results and AI citations is forcing publishers to shift from keyword-based SEO to answer-engine optimization. Top-ranked organic pages are often ignored by AI tools, requiring new strategies to improve citation probability.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 00:37 ·Niko Vale 3 min read