Technology News 27.10.2025
Baltimore County police handcuffed a high school student after an AI security system misidentified a bag of chips as a gun, NBC News reports. The school is reviewing the incident and the use of AI surveillance.
Nothing Phones Get ‘Bloatware’: Ads on Lock Screen & Instagram Pre-Installed – Fans Are Furious
Nothing has launched the Android 16-based OS 4.0 open beta for its Phone (3a) series, introducing a refreshed UI, new camera presets, and the “Lock Glimpse” dynamic lock-screen wallpaper feature. Select midrange models will now ship with pre-installed third-party apps, a first for the company. Nothing says these changes support revenue without raising prices. Fan response is mixed, with some calling the apps “bloatware.”
AWS Outage Sends Shockwaves Through Payments, Apps and Even Smart Mattresses
A major Amazon Web Services outage on Oct. 19-20, 2025, disrupted thousands of websites and apps worldwide, including Snapchat, Netflix, and UAE banking platforms. Amazon traced the failure to a DNS automation bug in its DynamoDB system, which broke connectivity until engineers manually restored records. UAE banks reported payment failures and double charges, urging customers to check statements.
Technology News 26.10.2025
SpaceX and Cards Against Humanity have settled a dispute over land near Starbase, with CAH regaining control and beginning restoration. Studio Blo and producer Chad Greulach will co-create AI-generated entertainment for U.S. streaming platforms, expanding Blo’s slate. Nvidia remains central to AI growth, with top investors predicting further gains. Microsoft reports record revenue of $281.7 billion for fiscal 2025 as job cuts continue.
Never Forget Your Doctor’s Advice: NHS Embraces New AI “Medical Memory” App
The Mirror app, developed by Oxford-based Aide Health, uses AI to record medical appointments and generate plain-English summaries for patients. NHS trials are underway, with the technology supporting patients with chronic conditions across England. Studies show patients forget up to 80% of medical advice, contributing to an estimated £1 billion annual cost to the NHS. Patient advocates welcome the tool, but experts warn about digital access gaps.
This 6-Pound iPhone Case Is Going Viral — And It Might Finally Curb Your Phone Addiction
A 6-pound solid-steel iPhone case, inspired by 1980s “brick” phones, has gone viral, with one Instagram video drawing 430,000 likes in 10 days. Designed by neuroscientist Logan Ivey to curb screen time, the case can only be removed with an Allen wrench and costs about $209 via Kickstarter. Users report their phone use drops sharply due to the case’s weight. The campaign has raised $13,500 from 87 backers so far.
Technology News 25.10.2025
Huawei unveiled a global Sea-Blue and a China-only purple variant of its Watch Ultimate Design 2, featuring sapphire glass, titanium frame, 150m diving capability, and sonar-based underwater communication. At a university event, journalist Karen Hao called for stronger AI governance and data privacy rules, highlighting OpenAI’s central role in the industry.
Xiaomi Unleashes Redmi K90 Pro Max: 7,560mAh Battery, Bose Audio – and a Memory Chip Crisis
Xiaomi launched the Redmi K90 series in China on Oct. 23, 2025, with the K90 Pro Max starting at ¥3,999 ($555) for 12GB/256GB. The K90 Pro Max features a 6.9″ 2K AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, triple 50MP rear cameras, and a 7,560 mAh battery. A Lamborghini-branded “Champion” edition costs ¥5,499 ($764). Xiaomi cited rising memory chip costs for higher prices and announced a ¥300 discount on the 12+512GB K90.
Apple Cuts iPhone Air Production by 80% Amid ‘Virtually No Demand’
Apple has slashed iPhone Air production to nearly “end-of-production” levels, with November output set at just 10% of September’s volume, according to Nikkei Asia. Surveys and analysts report weak demand for the Air, as buyers opt for other models. Apple is shifting resources to boost iPhone 17 and 17 Pro production after strong early sales. The Air’s single camera and smaller battery have failed to attract customers despite its slim design.
Technology News 24.10.2025
Apple is reportedly working with SpaceX to bring full 5G satellite internet to the iPhone 18 Pro, aiming for broadband access without Wi-Fi or cellular networks. Starlink’s current service requires a dish, but Apple may try to integrate satellite connectivity directly into the device. No smartphone yet offers true 5G satellite internet.
Huawei Pura 90 Ultra Leak: April 2026 Launch with Monster 1/1.28″ Camera and 7,300mAh Battery
Huawei’s Pura 90 Ultra is rumored to launch in April 2026, returning to a spring release after skipping 2025. Leaks point to a 1/1.28-inch main camera sensor, a 5nm Kirin chipset, a flat OLED display, and a battery around 7,300mAh. The Pura 90 will use Huawei’s XMAGE imaging system, following the end of its Leica partnership.
Shock as Orange iPhone 17 Pro Turns Pink – Experts Reveal Why
Some owners of Apple’s new Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max report the aluminum frame fading to pink, while the glass back remains orange, according to posts on Reddit and TikTok. Analysts blame hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners for damaging the anodized finish. Apple’s support page warns against such chemicals. Apple has quietly replaced some affected units under warranty but has not issued a public statement.
Technology News 23.10.2025
SpaceX launched the SpainSat NG-II military communications satellite for Spain from Cape Canaveral on October 23 after a one-day delay. The Falcon 9 first stage made its 22nd flight but did not attempt a landing. The satellite, built by Airbus, will support secure defense communications for Spain and NATO. The launch marked the 88th from Florida this year.
Trump’s “Made-in-USA” Phone Is a Ripoff: Used iPhones Marked Up by 45%
Trump Mobile’s T1 smartphone, announced in June 2025 as a U.S.-made device, remains unavailable, with only fake images shown and no units shipped. The company now sells refurbished iPhones at prices up to 45% above market rates. “Made in USA” claims have disappeared from the website. Customers who paid $100 to preorder the T1 still have not received a phone.
Shocking: Students’ Test Scores Rise When Cell Phones Are Banned, New Study Finds
Test scores in a Florida district rose 2–3 percentile points in the second year of a strict cell phone ban, with attendance gains driving about half the increase. Suspension rates more than doubled during the first year of enforcement but returned to near-normal by year two. Nationwide, about 20 states now require school phone bans. Researchers found the academic gains were modest and uneven, with Black and female students seeing little benefit.
Apple Gives You a Tinted Fix for Its Shiny New Liquid Glass UI in iOS 26.1 Beta
Apple’s iOS 26.1 beta 4 adds a “Tinted” option for the Liquid Glass interface, making it less transparent after user complaints about readability and eyestrain. The setting appears under Display & Brightness and is also in iPadOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1 betas. The update introduces a toggle to disable the lock-screen camera shortcut and expands language support in Apple Intelligence. Public release is expected in late October 2025.
Samsung Galaxy XR: AI-Powered Mixed Reality Headset Launched at $1,799 – Half the Price of Apple’s Vision Pro
Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset launched in the US on Oct. 21, 2025, priced at $1,799. The device runs Google’s new Android XR OS with Gemini AI, features dual 4K micro-OLED displays, and weighs 545g. No handheld controllers are included; users navigate via hand, eye, and voice. Early buyers receive a bundle with Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and other subscriptions.
Technology News 22.10.2025
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro may launch at a higher price, as the new 2nm TSMC chip costs about 50% more to produce, according to China Times. Rising costs for storage and camera parts are also squeezing margins. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says the 2nm chip could power all iPhone 18 models due to improved yields. Apple is reportedly not receiving special discounts from TSMC.
Google’s Bold Move: 15 Superfans to Test an Unreleased Pixel Phone
Google has invited 15 members of its Pixel Superfans group to test unreleased Pixel smartphones before launch, according to Bloomberg and The Verge. Participants must sign strict NDAs and use camouflaging cases in public. Testers will give feedback on design and features, likely influencing the Pixel 11 expected in 2026. This marks the first time Google has let external fans handle prototype Pixel devices.
OnePlus 15 teased: Mammoth 7,300mAh battery & 120W charging, Oct 27 launch & new purple color
OnePlus has confirmed the OnePlus 15 will feature a 7,300 mAh “Glacier Battery,” a major jump from previous models, plus 120W wired and 50W wireless charging. The phone uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and a 6.78-inch 165 Hz OLED display. Launch is set for October 27, 2025 in China, with a global release expected mid-November. Three color options include Sand, Absolute Black, and a new purple finish.