YouTube is pushing beyond video, testing image carousels in the Shorts feed and AI chatbots that let you “talk” to creators. These experiments signal a major shift as the platform battles for attention. But do these features make sense for YouTube?
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold has sold out within two minutes for the second time in South Korea. The limited-release device will expand to the US and other markets soon.
The next Linux kernel update is bringing some handy hardware diagnostics. Lenovo ThinkPads will get a new feature to detect physical damage, while several Logitech devices see improved support.
OpenAI has hired former UK Chancellor George Osborne to lead its global “Stargate” data center push. This move signals a massive, government-level expansion of AI infrastructure worldwide.
According to a Gizmodo report, the AI boom is creating a major memory shortage, with consumer DRAM potentially constrained through 2028. This is already forcing price hikes across the board, from Dell laptops to future smartphones.
iRobot, the maker of the Roomba, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to sell its assets to its Chinese supplier. The company’s demise is a cautionary tale about tariffs, cheap competition, and failing to innovate.
The first iOS 26.3 beta includes the new interface for forwarding iPhone notifications to third-party devices, a requirement under the EU’s Digital Markets Act. Apple’s implementation is predictably restrictive, allowing only one accessory at a time and warning users about data sharing.
Samsung is delivering a new One UI 8.5 update to its 2022 foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. The update brings a host of visual changes and new features, with a particular emphasis on security enhancements.
A major collective action lawsuit has been filed against Apple and Amazon in the UK, seeking over £900 million in damages. The claim alleges a 2018 deal between the tech giants illegally restricted independent sellers and kept prices artificially high for millions of consumers.
According to testing by Tom’s Guide, the new GPT-5.2 model doesn’t just make ChatGPT smarter—it actively compensates for how people misuse it. The update focuses on better alignment, context, and communication to make interactions feel more natural.
