Phishing-resistant passkeys are rapidly replacing one-time codes, with over 2 billion now in use. Early adopters report huge security and speed gains, but the convenience of syncing them comes with a trade-off.
Microsoft is rolling out a new Windows 11 Insider build that lays the groundwork for AI agents. The key addition is native support for the Model Context Protocol, letting AI securely connect to and control core parts of the OS like File Explorer and system settings.
Speculation about Tim Cook’s eventual successor is heating up. A new report mentions former Apple executive and iPod co-inventor Tony Fadell as a dark-horse candidate, though sources consider it a long shot.
Samsung is reportedly developing a new 25W wireless charger to match faster speeds on the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The move highlights the slow, incremental pace of wireless charging progress in the Android space. It’s an upgrade, but the competition isn’t standing still.
OpenAI is betting that its most advanced users hold the key to the future of AI. A team led by post-training research lead Michelle Pokrass studies doctors, scientists, and coders to shape models like GPT-5. The goal is to build for emerging capabilities, not just current usage.
Apple is staging a major comeback in China, its largest market, fueled by the iPhone 17. IDC data shows the company has gone from losing market share to leading shipments, turning a projected 1% decline into 3% growth for 2025. This surge is setting Apple up for a record year in both shipments and r
Samsung’s new Galaxy Z TriFold, launching December 12 for $2,447, won’t have the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Instead, it uses the older Snapdragon 8 Elite. A company executive claims this was to ensure a “perfect” product, but the limited production run suggests cost was the real fact
11 bit Studios is jumping into the digital showcase game with its first-ever event next week. The stream will feature new looks at Frostpunk 2’s first major DLC and updates for The Alters, alongside other published and developed titles.
Apple’s recent bug bounty update is causing controversy. While maximum payouts for high-profile iOS exploits have soared to $2 million, rewards for many macOS-specific vulnerabilities have been sharply reduced, leading to accusations that Apple is devaluing Mac security.
A paid ChatGPT user got an unprompted suggestion to install the Peloton app during a conversation about Elon Musk. The incident, which looked like an ad, caused a major backlash online, forcing OpenAI to clarify its intentions.
