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Apple Set To Boost Notebook Panel Orders For Its Lowest-Priced Laptop
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Apple Set To Boost Notebook Panel Orders For Its Lowest-Priced Laptop

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

The unexpected popularity of the budget-friendly MacBook Neo is pushing Apple to significantly increase its notebook display panel orders for 2026.

Online Cyber Scams Cost Americans $150 Billion Last Year
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Online Cyber Scams Cost Americans $150 Billion Last Year

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

A new report estimates that online scams cost Americans nearly $150 billion last year, which is seven times higher than what is reported to the FBI.

Apple Sees iPhone Sales Climb in China Despite a Declining Market
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Apple Sees iPhone Sales Climb in China Despite a Declining Market

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Recent data shows Apple continues to see rising sales in China, with foreign shipments climbing fast even as the overall smartphone market slows down.

WhatsApp Adds Call Transfers, Waiting Rooms, And Quick HD Video
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WhatsApp Adds Call Transfers, Waiting Rooms, And Quick HD Video

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

WhatsApp is adding valuable new tools like device call transfers, a virtual waiting room for guests, QuickHD video, and noise filters for your group calls.

Everything Coming to Apple TV in August 2026
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Everything Coming to Apple TV in August 2026

Rajat Saini · July 29, 2026

Discover every new show and movie coming to Apple TV in August 2026, including release dates, cast details, and returning favorites.

A New Smart Ring Prototype Could Measure Blood Sugar Without Needles
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A New Smart Ring Prototype Could Measure Blood Sugar Without Needles

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Engineers developed a prototype smart ring that passively draws sweat to non-invasively measure glucose, ketones, and other biochemical markers in real-time.

OpenAI’s Rogue AI Agent Hacked Multiple Services Beyond Hugging Face
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OpenAI’s Rogue AI Agent Hacked Multiple Services Beyond Hugging Face

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

OpenAI confirmed its rogue AI agent breached four third-party services and compromised a customer of a second tech company while hacking Hugging Face.

Global Smartphone Chip Shipments Drop by 15% in the First Half of 2026
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Global Smartphone Chip Shipments Drop by 15% in the First Half of 2026

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Global smartphone processor shipments dropped by 15% in the first half of 2026 as skyrocketing memory costs forced manufacturers to adjust their strategies.

New York Rolls Out Final Rules for Verifying Age on Social Media
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New York Rolls Out Final Rules for Verifying Age on Social Media

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

New York finalized the rules for the SAFE for Kids Act, outlining how social media platforms must verify user ages and obtain parental consent before showing algorithmic feeds to minors.

The Outsiders Adds Better Performance Metrics And Workout Sharing
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The Outsiders Adds Better Performance Metrics And Workout Sharing

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

The Outsiders fitness app update adds a new Breakdown tab for detailed workout metrics, a Relative Intensity score for runners, and custom sharing.

The New Apple Upgrade Program Has Some Hidden Costs You Should Know About
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The New Apple Upgrade Program Has Some Hidden Costs You Should Know About

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

The new Apple Upgrade leasing program offers low monthly payments for new devices, but users should watch out for damage fees, early termination costs, and separate AppleCare pricing.

Peacock Is Coming To YouTube Premium, But It’s Not Ad-Free
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Peacock Is Coming To YouTube Premium, But It's Not Ad-Free

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

YouTube Premium will soon include Peacock in its $15.99 monthly plan. The bundle saves you money, but the movies and TV shows still include commercials.

Gemini Can Now Spruce Up Your Boring Google Docs With New Visual Tools
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Gemini Can Now Spruce Up Your Boring Google Docs With New Visual Tools

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Google adds new Gemini AI features to Docs on the web, letting users generate, edit, and adjust images and infographics directly within their documents.

Instapaper 10 Adds Liquid Glass and Home Screen Widgets to iOS
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Instapaper 10 Adds Liquid Glass and Home Screen Widgets to iOS

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Instapaper 10 introduces the Liquid Glass reading interface, new fonts, and useful Home Screen widgets to make catching up on saved articles easier.

Apple Confirms iOS 27 Will Not Restrict Devices Over Missed Lease Payments
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Apple Confirms iOS 27 Will Not Restrict Devices Over Missed Lease Payments

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Apple clarifies that missing a payment under its new Upgrade leasing program will not trigger a restricted mode or lock device functionality in iOS 27.

Twelve South Releases A New Compact Valet Tray With 25W MagSafe
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Twelve South Releases A New Compact Valet Tray With 25W MagSafe

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Twelve South launches a compact 4.25-inch Valet tray featuring 25W MagSafe and Qi2.2 wireless charging, premium Nappa leather, and a 10W USB-C port.

Apple Introduces Expanded AppleCare+ Subscriptions in Canada
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Apple Introduces Expanded AppleCare+ Subscriptions in Canada

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Apple now offers monthly and annual AppleCare+ subscriptions for more devices in Canada. See the new pricing options and what coverage is still missing.

iOS 27 Brings Smarter Find My Controls To Your Apple Watch
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iOS 27 Brings Smarter Find My Controls To Your Apple Watch

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

Apple introduces smarter Find My controls in iOS 27 and a unified app for watchOS 27, giving users custom time limits and easier ways to locate devices.

WhatsApp Status Editing Feature is Coming Soon
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WhatsApp Status Editing Feature is Coming Soon

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

WhatsApp is testing a new Android feature that lets users easily edit their status captions up to fifteen minutes after posting without deleting the update.

Tim Cook And John Ternus Talk Leadership Change At New Premiere
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Tim Cook And John Ternus Talk Leadership Change At New Premiere

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

Tim Cook and John Ternus discussed the upcoming Apple CEO transition at the Ted Lasso premiere. Both executives praised the smooth handover and the future of Apple TV.

Goldman Sachs Bumps Apple Stock Target Up To $370 Ahead Of Q3 Call
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Goldman Sachs Bumps Apple Stock Target Up To $370 Ahead Of Q3 Call

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

Goldman Sachs raised its Apple stock price target to $370 ahead of Thursday’s earnings call. The bank expects strong iPhone sales and massive overall revenue growth.

Massive Indie App Sales Promotion Returns With Hundreds Of Summer Discounts
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Massive Indie App Sales Promotion Returns With Hundreds Of Summer Discounts

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

The latest Indie App Sales promotion is live with over 850 exclusive discounts. Save money on popular software across iOS, Android, and Mac through July 30.

Apple Prepares Three New Smart Home Products For Launch Soon
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Apple Prepares Three New Smart Home Products For Launch Soon

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

Apple is preparing to launch three new smart home devices soon. The updated lineup includes a faster Apple TV, a new HomePod mini, and a smart display hub.

WhatsApp Web Now Gets Audio And Video Calls With Easy Transfers
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WhatsApp Web Now Gets Audio And Video Calls With Easy Transfers

Akshay Kumar · July 28, 2026

WhatsApp Web now supports direct audio and video calling without needing an app. The update includes call transfers, noise suppression, and waiting rooms.

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