The tech industry experiences a flurry of hardware and AI updates as Apple enters the foldable market and Google expands its software ecosystem.
Key Points
Apple has officially entered the foldable smartphone market with the launch of the iPhone Duo, marking a major shift in its product lineup alongside refreshed Pro models.
Google is expanding its software reach by launching a dedicated Gemini app for Windows and rolling out a new Android feature that simplifies the secure migration of passwords and passkeys between managers.
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has unveiled its V4.1 Flash model and is reportedly preparing for a domestic IPO, reflecting an aggressive push to optimize performance and lower inference costs.
OpenAI has paused new Pro subscriptions due to overwhelming demand for its Astra model, highlighting the current strain on compute infrastructure for leading AI labs.
Huawei is attempting to address US sanctions by introducing a new chip-design philosophy in its latest smartphone, while also innovating in AI infrastructure with high-speed optical modules.
Apple’s new wearable hardware, including the Ceramic Series 12 watch, faces scrutiny over high repair costs and the temporary absence of certain health notifications due to ongoing regulatory clearances.
Google and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory have partnered to deploy a new deep learning model capable of mapping and quantifying global methane emissions from space.
T-Mobile has sparked consumer debate by introducing a $5 monthly fee for the iPhone Handoff e-SIM feature, requiring specific carrier support to enable the use of one number across two devices.
Alibaba is aggressively expanding its AI presence by allowing its digital employees to function within rival office platforms owned by companies like ByteDance and Tencent.