NASA’s Perseverance rover is in excellent health and certified to drive 100 kilometers on Mars. But the $11 billion mission to retrieve its rock samples is in limbo, with no launch before the 2030s.
According to Thurrott.com, the latest episode of the Desk to Destination podcast examines a major shift. Hosts Stephen and Paul, both Windows PC users, argue that iPadOS 26 has transformed the iPad into a capable laptop replacement. This opens new possibilities for travel and as a secondary device.
New benchmarks pit AMD’s RDNA4-based RX 9000 series against NVIDIA’s new RTX 50 cards on Linux. The test uses the latest open-source drivers, including Nouveau and NVK for NVIDIA hardware. It’s a fresh look at the competitive landscape as 2025 comes to a close.
Apple is implementing specific changes to its iOS App Store for users in Japan to comply with the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act. The move highlights a starkly different, more cooperative relationship with regulators compared to the contentious battle unfolding in the European Union.
Apple is fundamentally changing iOS in Japan, allowing alternative app stores and payment systems. This is a direct result of the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act and could preview a more open future for iPhones worldwide.
According to a year-end analysis, 2025 was a pivotal year for Android. Google introduced fundamental shifts in design, AI privacy, cross-device compatibility, and hardware that are finally making the platform feel premium and cohesive.
OpenAI has added Apple Music to its growing list of ChatGPT apps. Subscribers can now use natural language to build playlists and get recommendations directly in the chat. It’s a direct answer to Spotify’s existing integration.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a major privacy lawsuit against Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense, and TCL. The state alleges these companies used hidden software to capture what you watch and sell the data. This legal fight could redefine smart TV privacy.
The United Nations has voted to cement the current “multi-stakeholder” model for internet governance. This means governments, techies, and activists will keep arguing in the same room for the foreseeable future.
Apple is introducing alternative app stores and payments in Japan, starting with iOS 26.2. The company is framing the move as a more controlled, secure approach compared to what it had to do in Europe.
