Apple’s Record Quarter: $143.8B Revenue, 2.5B Active Devices
Apple just posted its biggest quarter ever, with revenue soaring to $143.8 billion. The company now boasts over 2.5 billion active devices globally. Here’s what’s driving the growth.
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Microsoft Teams is getting a bunch of new updates for work
Microsoft Teams has a fresh batch of updates on the way for business users. The changes include mobile-friendly code blocks, a new call feedback screen, and tools to report suspicious calls.
Windows 11 Hits 1 Billion Users, But at What Cost?
Microsoft’s Windows 11 has officially crossed the 1 billion user threshold. The milestone comes as the OS sees a 45% surge, largely tied to Windows 10’s end of support.
Neuromorphic Chips and Faster Wireless Charging Are Here
The latest tech podcast dives into brain-inspired AI chips and a big boost for wireless charging. Both are key for the next generation of smart devices.
It’s Time to Start a “Brag Book” at Work. Seriously.
Forget the “burn book.” In today’s job market, you need a “brag binder.” It’s not just about ego—it’s about controlling your narrative and making your manager’s job easier during reviews and layoffs.
Google’s Chrome is now an AI shopping agent. Good luck with that.
Google is turning Chrome into an AI agent that can shop for you and plan vacations. The new “auto browse” feature is rolling out now, but major retailers are already suing to block similar AI tools.
OpenAI’s $60B Ask: The Staggering Cost of AI Leadership
OpenAI is seeking a colossal new funding round to fuel its AI expansion, with talks reportedly underway for up to $60 billion. The company could lose $14 billion this year, highlighting the immense financial pressure behind cutting-edge AI development.
Vivaldi’s New Browser Update Is a Direct Middle Finger to AI
Vivaldi has released version 7.8 of its desktop browser, packed with advanced tab multitasking features. The company is explicitly positioning this as an alternative to what it calls the AI babysitters being built by competitors.
Intel’s Thermal Daemon Gets a Big Update, But It’s a Linux-Only Fix
Intel has released Thermal Daemon 2.5.11, bringing support for upcoming Wildcat Lake processors. More interestingly, a one-line kernel patch yields a massive 5x reduction in wakeup latency for modern Xeon CPUs. This is a huge win for Linux server performance.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 is going satellite, but there’s a catch
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup has appeared in FCC filings, revealing support for satellite-based texting and calling. The feature, likely powered by Skylo, will let users connect in areas with no cellular signal. However, regional limitations are expected.