Microsoft Pushes XGP Promotion in Latest Windows 11 Dev Build
May 13, 2024 – In the recently released Windows 11 Dev Build 26120.470 (KB5037864), Microsoft has incorporated a promotional card for its XGP service within the Settings homepage. This new feature, however, is exclusively available to users of the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11. According to Microsoft’s official statement, the new Game Pass…
Samsung Galaxy S24 AI Features Come With a Catch in China: Fees After 180 Days
March 12, 2024 – Samsung’s recently launched flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S24 series, has introduced a brand-new “Galaxy AI” feature that boasts AI capabilities such as real-time translation during calls, writing assistance, note-taking help, and instant search. Unlike in overseas markets, Samsung has partnered with Baidu, Meitu, WPS, and other companies to realize the AI…
Apple Faces Supply Constraints for 11-inch iPad Pro 2024, with OLED Debut
March 13, 2024 – According to recent reports from analyst Ross Young, the upcoming iPad Pro 2024 is facing a supply constraint for its 11-inch model compared to the 13-inch version. This could potentially lead to a shortage of the 11-inch variant when the new tablets hit the market. Currently, Samsung is responsible for producing…
Apple’s Shift Towards 6G Technology Development
December 04, 2023 – Apple’s 6G Endeavor Takes Center Stage In a recent edition of “Power On” by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple’s plans for 6G technology development were brought to the forefront. Simultaneously, in his own Twitter post, Gurman boldly declared, “Forget Apple’s 5G modem – though it’s not officially canceled, Apple’s 6G research…
MPAA Demands OpenAI Take Swift Action to Halt Sora 2 Copyright Infringement
October 9, 2025 – On Monday local time, as reported by CNBC in the United States, the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has called on OpenAI to “take immediate and decisive action” regarding its new video – generation model, Sora 2. This demand comes as the model is being exploited to create content that…
Google Prepares for New Layoff Wave, Raises Low-Performance Cut-Off to 10%
December 12, 2024 – Rumors are swirling on the anonymous workplace forum Team Blind that Google employees are bracing for a potential new wave of layoffs, slated to commence in January of next year. According to posts on the forum, the tech giant has tightened its criteria for job cuts, targeting employees with lower performance…
iPhone 17 Lineup to Undergo Major Overhaul, Introducing New ‘Slim’ Variant
May 06, 2024 – Recent reports from analyst Jeff Pu indicate significant changes in Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 lineup. According to Pu, the new series will feature a “completely refreshed design,” improvements to the front-facing camera, and the introduction of a smaller cutout for the camera, commonly known as the notch. In his report, Pu…
South Korea’s AI Spending Overtakes Netflix: ChatGPT Dominates Market Share
January 19, 2026 – South Korean consumers are now spending more on AI subscription services each month than on Netflix, according to new data from local media outlet Hankyung Aicel. By December 2025, monthly payments for seven major AI platforms—including ChatGPT and Gemini—are projected to hit ₩80.3 billion (57.7million),surpassingNetflix’s2024averagemonthlyrevenueof₩75billion(54 million) in the country. However, this…
US Consumer Interest in EVs Slumps as Hybrids Gain Favor
April 9, 2025 – The United States is trailing behind the United Kingdom, Europe, and China in the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Recent research indicates that American consumers’ interest in EVs has not only plateaued but has started to decline. A Gallup survey revealed that in 2023, 59% of American drivers had either…
OpenAI Unveils ‘PhD-Level’ AI Agent, Priced at $20,000 Per Month
March 6, 2025 – According to a report by The Information today, OpenAI is set to unveil an AI agent, touted to perform at a “PhD-level,” with a maximum monthly fee of $20,000. These “PhD-level” AI agents are capable of handling intricate tasks in academic research and software development, as per the announcement. OpenAI intends…