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New OLED iPad Mini Might Launch With A Basic 60Hz Display Panel
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New OLED iPad Mini Might Launch With A Basic 60Hz Display Panel

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

An upcoming OLED iPad mini might stick with a basic 60Hz display panel instead of a faster 120Hz screen. Find out what this means for the small tablet now.

Safety Regulators Press Tech Companies To Fix Sextortion Flaws
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Safety Regulators Press Tech Companies To Fix Sextortion Flaws

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Australia’s safety regulator is urging big tech to update messaging platforms and stop dangerous sexual extortion scams targeting young people.

Waze gets smarter routes and a quieter voice mode
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Waze gets smarter routes and a quieter voice mode

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Waze is rolling out new AI updates that learn your route preferences, reduce frequent voice interruptions, and add tailored navigation for motorcycles.

Google Chrome Brings Gemini AI Tools to Desktop Users in the UK
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Google Chrome Brings Gemini AI Tools to Desktop Users in the UK

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Google Chrome is rolling out its Gemini AI assistant to desktop users in the UK, adding tools to summarize tabs, draft emails, and generate custom graphics.

Apple Boosts China Sales by Holding iPhone 17 Prices Steady
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Apple Boosts China Sales by Holding iPhone 17 Prices Steady

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Apple grew its Q2 2026 smartphone shipments in China by over 24 percent after holding iPhone 17 prices steady while Android competitors raised their costs.

WhatsApp Beta Tests Custom Cloud Backup to Free Up iCloud Space
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WhatsApp Beta Tests Custom Cloud Backup to Free Up iCloud Space

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

WhatsApp is testing a new cloud backup alternative for iOS users to free up storage space. Expect 2GB of free space and default end-to-end encryption.

Silo Season 3’s Two Timelines Explained: How the Past Changes Everything
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Silo Season 3's Two Timelines Explained: How the Past Changes Everything

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

Silo Season 3 introduces two timelines spanning centuries. Here’s how Juliette’s story connects to the past and what the twists really mean.

A Complete List Of iPhones Supporting The iOS 27 Public Beta
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A Complete List Of iPhones Supporting The iOS 27 Public Beta

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Find out if your device supports the iOS 27 public beta. Check out the complete generation-wise list of compatible iPhones.

Apple’s iPhone 20 To Drop Aluminum For A Fragile Glass Chassis
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Apple's iPhone 20 To Drop Aluminum For A Fragile Glass Chassis

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Apple is rumored to ditch the aluminum chassis for a fragile but futuristic all-glass design on the iPhone 20 to improve wireless charging capabilities.

Google Pixel 11 Beats Apple iPhone 18 to the New 2nm Chip Race
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Google Pixel 11 Beats Apple iPhone 18 to the New 2nm Chip Race

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Google will beat Apple to the 2nm chip market with its Pixel 11 launching in August, offering improved battery life ahead of the next big iPhone release.

WordPress Just Launched A Brand New Apple TV App With Free Videos
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WordPress Just Launched A Brand New Apple TV App With Free Videos

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

WordPress just launched a brand new Apple TV application featuring thousands of free videos. Learn how to stream educational talks and tutorials right now.

Soon, iOS 26.6 Will Warn You About Malicious iMessages On iPhone
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Soon, iOS 26.6 Will Warn You About Malicious iMessages On iPhone

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Get ready for a new security feature as iOS 26.6 will warn you about malicious iMessages. Find out how this prompt works and when it arrives on your phone.

OpenAI Could Spark an Uncomfortable Showdown Between Apple and Jony Ive
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OpenAI Could Spark an Uncomfortable Showdown Between Apple and Jony Ive

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Learn why the current legal battle over stolen trade secrets with OpenAI could force Apple into an awkward fight with Jony Ive inside a federal courtroom.

Apple Seeds A Rare Fifth Public RC For macOS Sonoma And Sequoia Mac Users
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Apple Seeds A Rare Fifth Public RC For macOS Sonoma And Sequoia Mac Users

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Apple just released a rare fifth public RC for macOS Sonoma 14.8.8 and Sequoia 15.7.8. Learn about the new builds and expected security fixes inside.

Apple’s Trade Secret Lawsuit Is Disrupting OpenAI Hardware Plans
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Apple's Trade Secret Lawsuit Is Disrupting OpenAI Hardware Plans

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI over stolen trade secrets is slowing the creation of new AI devices and scaring away critical hardware suppliers in Asia.

Apple Releases MacOS 26.6 Beta 5 To Public Testers
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Apple Releases MacOS 26.6 Beta 5 To Public Testers

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Apple just released the fifth public beta for macOS 26.6. Learn how to install this new version on your computer and discover what fixes are included.

CrashStealer Malware Targets Mac Users Through Fake App Prompts
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CrashStealer Malware Targets Mac Users Through Fake App Prompts

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Learn how the new CrashStealer malware targets Mac users through fake meeting apps and system prompts to steal passwords and crypto wallet credentials.

Global Phone Market Shrinks But Apple And Samsung Grab More Share
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Global Phone Market Shrinks But Apple And Samsung Grab More Share

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

Global smartphone shipments fell 4% in Q2 2026 due to rising memory costs. Find out how Apple and Samsung still managed to grow their total market share.

AI Demand Spikes Prices For iPads And Other Consumer Gadgets
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AI Demand Spikes Prices For iPads And Other Consumer Gadgets

Akshay Kumar · July 14, 2026

AI data centers are buying memory chips, causing price hikes on gadgets. Learn why costs are rising and what experts say you should do.

Apple Says More Than 400 Former Employees Now Work at OpenAI
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Apple Says More Than 400 Former Employees Now Work at OpenAI

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

Apple says more than 400 former employees now work at OpenAI, citing the figure in its lawsuit accusing the company of trade secret theft.

tvOS 27 and HomePod 27 Public Betas Are Now Available: Here’s What’s New
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tvOS 27 and HomePod 27 Public Betas Are Now Available: Here's What's New

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

Apple releases the first tvOS 27 and HomePod 27 public betas with Apple Music upgrades, faster AirPlay, and easy installation steps today.

watchOS 27 Public Beta Is Now Available: Here’s How to Install It
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watchOS 27 Public Beta Is Now Available: Here's How to Install It

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

Apple releases the first watchOS 27 public beta with Siri AI, smarter Smart Stack, new gestures, and health features for eligible Apple Watches.

Apple Releases macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta With Big AI Features
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Apple Releases macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta With Big AI Features

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

Apple releases the first macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta with Siri AI, design improvements, and performance upgrades. Learn how to install.

Apple Rolls Out iPadOS 27 Public Beta: How to Install and What’s New
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Apple Rolls Out iPadOS 27 Public Beta: How to Install and What's New

Rajat Saini · July 14, 2026

The iPadOS 27 public beta is available now with Siri AI, Apple Intelligence upgrades, performance improvements, and redesigned system features.

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