Mateusz Brzeziński

Technology News 21.12.2025
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Technology News 21.12.2025

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold is now on sale in the UAE through Etisalat for 11,999 AED ($3,267), with online stock sold out and limited in-store supply. The device, first launched in Korea on December 12, is set to reach the US, Singapore, Taiwan, and China in the coming weeks.
December 21, 2025
Technology News 20.12.2025
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Technology News 20.12.2025

NASA satellites photographed a 10-mile-high wildfire plume over central Saskatchewan in May, forming a rare pyrocumulonimbus thunderstorm. Scientists tracked the event using Landsat 9 and geostationary data. SpaceX confirmed a Starlink satellite partially exploded in orbit, creating debris expected to re-enter next week. Goldman Sachs named Brian Cayne global co-head of software investment banking and opened a $30 billion debt shelf.
December 20, 2025
Moto G Power (2026) vs Moto G Play (2026): Price, Specs, Release Date, and Why the Headphone Jack Still Matters
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Moto G Power (2026) vs Moto G Play (2026): Price, Specs, Release Date, and Why the Headphone Jack Still Matters

Motorola will release the Moto G Power (2026) in the US on January 8 for $299, featuring a 6.8-inch 120Hz display, IP68/IP69 durability, a 5,200mAh battery, and a 50MP main camera. The phone keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack. The lower-priced Moto G Play (2026) sells for around $180. The Moto G Power will be available unlocked and through Verizon at launch.
December 19, 2025
Japan’s New Mobile Software Competition Act Forces Apple and Google Changes: iOS 26.2 Opens Alternative App Stores, New Payments, and Choice Screens
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Japan’s New Mobile Software Competition Act Forces Apple and Google Changes: iOS 26.2 Opens Alternative App Stores, New Payments, and Choice Screens

Apple has begun rolling out iOS 26.2 in Japan, enabling alternative app marketplaces and expanded payment options after the Mobile Software Competition Act took effect December 18. Google is adding search and browser choice screens and expanding billing alternatives. Apple set external payment fees up to 15%, Google up to 20%. The law prohibits blocking third-party payment services and imposes penalties for violations.
December 19, 2025
OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699
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OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699

The OnePlus 15R features a 165Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, and a 7,400mAh battery, with reviewers reporting battery life of two to three days per charge. The phone lacks wireless charging and telephoto camera, with camera performance described as average for its $699 starting price. Charging tops out at 80W with compatible gear, but only 55W with the included charger. US pricing starts at $699 for 12GB/256GB.
December 19, 2025
Apple iOS 26.2 Security Update: Why Some iPhones Can’t Get iOS 18.7.3—and Are Being Pushed to Upgrade
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Apple iOS 26.2 Security Update: Why Some iPhones Can’t Get iOS 18.7.3—and Are Being Pushed to Upgrade

Apple’s iOS 26.2 update patches two WebKit zero-days under active exploitation, but users with iPhones capable of running iOS 26 report they cannot access the iOS 18.7.3 security update. Many are forced to upgrade to iOS 26.2 to receive protection, leaving no minor update option for those wishing to remain on iOS 18. Complaints have surged on Apple’s support forums.
December 19, 2025
Google Pixel Emergency Update (Dec 2025): Second Patch Rolls Out to Fix Battery Drain and Touch Bugs
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Google Pixel Emergency Update (Dec 2025): Second Patch Rolls Out to Fix Battery Drain and Touch Bugs

Google began rolling out a second December 2025 update to Pixel 8, 9, and 10 phones, targeting battery drain, touch failures, and offline content bugs. The patch, about 25–27MB, follows complaints after the main Android 16 QPR2 release. U.S. Verizon users see build BP4A.251205.006.E1, while other regions report different build numbers. Older Pixel models are not included in this update.
December 19, 2025
Technology News 19.12.2025
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Technology News 19.12.2025

Best Buy cut the price of the Galaxy Watch Ultra Titanium White by 50%, now selling for $325. Ars Technica tested AI coding agents on a Minesweeper clone, finding Claude Code built the game faster than OpenAI Codex, with better user experience.
December 19, 2025
iOS 26.3 Public Beta 1 Arrives With iPhone to Android Transfers and EU Notification Forwarding — Dec 18 2025
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iOS 26.3 Public Beta 1 Arrives With iPhone to Android Transfers and EU Notification Forwarding — Dec 18 2025

Apple released the iOS 26.3 public beta, introducing a built-in “Transfer to Android” tool for easier data migration between iPhone and Android devices. The update also adds EU-only notification forwarding to third-party wearables and new Weather wallpapers. Most changes target iPhone users. The beta is available for public testers as of this week.
December 18, 2025
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 lands on Pixel with new location tracking alert, Samsung-style buttons, and a major Pixel 10 GPU driver upgrade (Dec. 18, 2025)
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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 lands on Pixel with new location tracking alert, Samsung-style buttons, and a major Pixel 10 GPU driver upgrade (Dec. 18, 2025)

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 (build CP11.251114.006) to Tensor-powered Pixel devices, adding a tappable blue location privacy indicator and the ability to flip 3-button navigation order. The update also introduces adjustable flashlight brightness and GPU driver updates for Pixel 10. The OTA rollout began this week. Stable release is expected by March 2026.
December 18, 2025
Technology News 18.12.2025
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Technology News 18.12.2025

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said doubling computing power could double company revenue, citing compute as the main bottleneck. Enterprise API revenue now exceeds consumer products, with over a million enterprise users. Altman described OpenAI’s shift toward an enterprise AI platform in a podcast interview.
December 18, 2025
Android 17 “Motion Cues” could reduce phone car sickness with smart on-screen dots — here’s what’s new on Dec. 17, 2025
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Android 17 “Motion Cues” could reduce phone car sickness with smart on-screen dots — here’s what’s new on Dec. 17, 2025

Google is testing Motion Cues for Android 17, a feature that overlays animated dots on the screen to reduce motion sickness when using phones in moving vehicles. Reports on December 17 indicate Google is integrating this at the system level, allowing the dots to appear even on lock screens and notifications. Apple already offers a similar feature on iOS.
December 17, 2025
Smartphone Prices Could Rise Nearly 7% in 2026 as AI Memory Shortage Forces Shipment Cuts, New Forecasts Warn (Dec. 17, 2025)
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Smartphone Prices Could Rise Nearly 7% in 2026 as AI Memory Shortage Forces Shipment Cuts, New Forecasts Warn (Dec. 17, 2025)

Global smartphone shipments are now forecast to fall 2.1% in 2026, with average selling prices rising 6.9%, according to Counterpoint. Analysts blame rising memory chip costs driven by AI demand, which is squeezing supply for consumer devices. Budget phones under $200 face the most pressure as manufacturers shift focus and pass on higher costs.
December 17, 2025
Technology News 17.12.2025
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Technology News 17.12.2025

Live coverage of technology news ended at midnight EST on December 18, 2025. Updates included developments in AI, chips, gadgets, software, startups, cybersecurity, telecom, and policy.
December 17, 2025
HarmonyOS 6 Cleans Up the Notification Center: Huawei’s “Hidden Status Bar Icons” Change Lands as 6.0.0.120 Updates Expand (Dec 16, 2025)
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HarmonyOS 6 Cleans Up the Notification Center: Huawei’s “Hidden Status Bar Icons” Change Lands as 6.0.0.120 Updates Expand (Dec 16, 2025)

Huawei’s HarmonyOS 6.0.0.120 update on Mate 80 phones now hides status bar icons in the Notification Center, leaving only carrier info visible. The update also brings Smart Grip calling, Magic Expressions, and iOS file sharing to Mate, Pura, and MatePad devices. The change was not listed in official changelogs and was first noticed by users after installation.
December 16, 2025
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Restock Update: Sold-Out Demand, No S Pen Support, and Profitability Questions
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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Restock Update: Sold-Out Demand, No S Pen Support, and Profitability Questions

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold sold out in South Korea at launch, with a restock set for Dec. 17 on Samsung.com and possible offline availability. The device does not support the S Pen, confirmed by Samsung and multiple outlets. Resale prices have reached ₩4 million, above the official ₩3.59 million. Thinness is cited as a key engineering focus.
December 16, 2025
Technology News 16.12.2025
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Technology News 16.12.2025

China approved its first Level-3 autonomous vehicle models on Dec. 15, excluding Tesla while listing domestic brands like Changan and Arcfox. Regulators tightened standards on safety, data, and system integration, reclassifying Tesla’s technology and requiring further compliance. Larian Studios’ CEO denied plans to use AI in the final Divinity game after backlash, stating all content will remain human-made.
December 16, 2025
Samsung One UI 8.5 Battery Indicator Update: How to Hide the Battery “Pill” (Dec 15, 2025)
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Samsung One UI 8.5 Battery Indicator Update: How to Hide the Battery “Pill” (Dec 15, 2025)

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta, released December 8, 2025, adds a toggle to remove the pill-shaped battery icon background while keeping the percentage visible in the status bar. The feature is available on Galaxy S25 devices in select markets, including the U.S., UK, Germany, India, Korea, and Poland. Users can enable it in Settings under Status bar. The option is limited to the beta release for now.
December 15, 2025
Technology News 15.12.2025
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Technology News 15.12.2025

Nvidia’s H200 AI chip export approval is expected to boost China’s cloud providers including Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, analysts say. The H200 outperforms Nvidia’s H20 and domestic chips, but Huawei and Moore Threads remain in the race. Huawei’s Ascend 910C and Alibaba’s PPU 2.0 are cited as emerging local competitors, though scaling remains unclear. The move may expand cloud capacity rather than favor one supplier.
December 15, 2025
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