Mateusz Ługowik

Mateusz Ługowik is a senior markets reporter at Bez-kabli.pl, specializing in technology stocks, artificial intelligence and global financial markets. A graduate of the University of Gdańsk, he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key trends, companies and innovations influencing investors worldwide.

Samsung rolls out One UI 8.5 Beta 4 to Galaxy S25 with “Direct Voicemail” feature
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Samsung rolls out One UI 8.5 Beta 4 to Galaxy S25 with “Direct Voicemail” feature

Samsung Electronics has launched the fourth One UI 8.5 beta for its Galaxy S25 series, bringing a new “Direct Voicemail” feature that transcribes incoming messages in real time, tech sites reported Monday. The update also packs in the February 2026 security patch and addresses bugs in both the Phone app and system UI. https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-one-ui-8-5-fourth-beta-3638971/ Samsung is pushing the beta ahead of its next flagship launch, putting more emphasis on software control. One UI 8.5 is expected to leave beta and launch officially with the Galaxy S26 series. The company is betting big on its Android skin as a standout feature, with users paying as much attention to AI functions and call handling as they do to camera specs and screen
February 10, 2026
Rivian’s Apple Watch app for R1 EVs nears launch with digital key, climate and charging controls
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Rivian’s Apple Watch app for R1 EVs nears launch with digital key, climate and charging controls

Rivian is working on an Apple Watch app that enables drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles, tweak cabin settings, and set charging goals—all from their wrist, according to recent reports and snippets from release notes. This shift is crucial as the battle over EVs is turning into a software showdown. Automakers now push frequent updates to roll out new features post-sale, and these small tweaks often have a bigger impact on daily driving than a fresh trim level.
February 10, 2026
iOS 27 may focus on bug fixes over features as Apple readies chatbot Siri
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iOS 27 may focus on bug fixes over features as Apple readies chatbot Siri

CUPERTINO, Calif., Feb 10, 2026, 01:13 Apple’s upcoming iOS 27 update is reportedly focusing on fixing bugs and boosting performance, not rolling out flashy new features, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his Power On newsletter. He predicts this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference will be quieter, with a chatbot-style Siri still the standout announcement. Gurman also mentioned a developer beta for iOS 26.4 should drop around the week of Feb. 23. As for WWDC, he expects it to land in early to mid-June.
February 10, 2026
Samsung mulls variable‑aperture camera comeback as iPhone 18 Pro upgrade report stirs Galaxy plans
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Samsung mulls variable‑aperture camera comeback as iPhone 18 Pro upgrade report stirs Galaxy plans

Samsung Electronics is reportedly considering a comeback for variable-aperture smartphone cameras—a feature it previously promoted but then abandoned—according to South Korea’s ETNews. This move comes as competitors ramp up efforts to introduce novel hardware features in the premium smartphone market. Timing is crucial here, as phone makers have relied heavily on software and on-device AI for the last two years to drive upgrades. Meanwhile, major shifts in camera hardware have grown scarce and tougher to justify in premium models.
February 10, 2026
Google’s February 2026 Android system update adds Wallet ID Pass support and tightens Play Store rules
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Google’s February 2026 Android system update adds Wallet ID Pass support and tightens Play Store rules

On Monday, Google shared the February release notes for its Android “system services” updates. The latest Google Play services version brings new controls for transit data displays on maps where available, expands passport support within the Wallet “ID Pass” feature, and rolls out new device connectivity tools aimed at developers. Additionally, Google announced that Play Store v50.1 will drop support for content publication using outdated versions of its Engage SDK. This change is significant because Google can now deliver fixes and new features via Google Play services and the Play Store, bypassing the need for full OS updates from device makers and carriers. According to Google, these updates roll out to Google-certified Android devices—including phones, tablets, TVs, cars, wearables, and
February 10, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak hints at missing Qi2 magnets as Unpacked 2026 date comes into focus
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak hints at missing Qi2 magnets as Unpacked 2026 date comes into focus

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra, set for release in 2026, won’t have built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging, even though many expected this feature on the next flagship. Magnetic chargers and wallets are becoming popular, but Samsung is skipping this on the S26 Ultra. Samsung’s timing couldn’t be more critical as it prepares for its first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year, set to refresh its smartphone lineup and showcase new features. Dropping in late February would put Samsung back on its familiar track, just as rivals push hard on accessories and charging tech to differentiate themselves.
February 10, 2026
Apple’s M5 MacBook Pros may land in early March — and the OLED M6 could be next
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Apple’s M5 MacBook Pros may land in early March — and the OLED M6 could be next

CUPERTINO, Calif., Feb 10, 2026, 00:53 Apple is gearing up to release updated MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models as soon as the week of March 2, according to a report. The refresh comes as consumers await the latest M-series chips. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman mentioned the expected timing in his Power On newsletter, Macworld noted. https://www.macworld.com/article/3056261/report-new-macs-are-coming-soon-for-real-this-time.html
February 10, 2026
Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags
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Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags

Initial testing of a prototype Asus Zenbook A14 indicates Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon X2 Elite outperforms Apple’s M5 in multiple benchmarks—a result that would have seemed unlikely just a year ago. Timing is crucial. PC manufacturers and Microsoft are gearing up to launch a fresh batch of Arm-based Windows laptops — Arm being the chip architecture behind most smartphones — designed to rival MacBook-level performance while keeping battery drain low.
February 10, 2026
Vivo’s compact X300s leak hints at dual 200MP cameras as X300 Pro takes on iPhone 17 Pro video
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Vivo’s compact X300s leak hints at dual 200MP cameras as X300 Pro takes on iPhone 17 Pro video

Chinese smartphone maker vivo is set to unveil the X300s, a compact flagship aimed at users craving smaller phones without sacrificing camera performance or battery life, according to a report from Feb. 8. Competition for China’s premium buyers has tightened, focusing sharply on camera quality, battery life, and cost. Brands are cutting prices through subsidies and speeding up product refresh cycles, pushing features into the 3,000–5,000 yuan bracket—where profits can quickly vanish.
February 9, 2026
iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri
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iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri

Cupertino, Calif., Feb 8, 2026, 22:37 Apple is gearing up for a modest iOS 27 release focused on bug fixes, performance improvements, and minor design tweaks, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Sunday. He described WWDC as “a fairly muted affair this year,” highlighting the main update as a “more personalized Siri with a chatbot interface,” along with additional enhancements to Apple Intelligence, the company’s AI suite. Gurman also noted that the first iOS 26.4 developer beta should drop the week of Feb. 23, including “some components” of the long-awaited Siri upgrade.
February 9, 2026
Nokia foldable 5G for ₹1,599? Viral “2026” posts spread as HMD listings stay quiet
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Nokia foldable 5G for ₹1,599? Viral “2026” posts spread as HMD listings stay quiet

Across Indian social media, chatter is growing about a “Nokia 2026 Foldable 5G” and a “Nokia Evolve Pro 2026,” both flaunting standout specs and attractive price tags. That said, Nokia’s official phone licensee hasn’t said a thing to back up these reports. These claims are significant because Nokia-branded phones still draw a lot of search interest, especially in price-sensitive markets. On top of that, unconfirmed product listings tend to circulate quickly on social media and messaging platforms.
February 9, 2026
Android’s ‘Extend Unlock’ productivity trick is making the rounds again — and it can leave phones exposed
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Android’s ‘Extend Unlock’ productivity trick is making the rounds again — and it can leave phones exposed

Android Police recently highlighted a lesser-known Android feature called Extend Unlock, which keeps your phone unlocked in certain “safe” scenarios. Their column dubbed it the best productivity hack on Android. The renewed buzz matters because phone makers keep adding security prompts — PINs, fingerprints, face unlock — while people lean harder on their handsets for payments, work logins and messaging. The extra friction piles up fast.
February 9, 2026
Trump Mobile’s T1 Phone ‘Made in USA’ pitch fades as reports point to overseas build
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Trump Mobile’s T1 Phone ‘Made in USA’ pitch fades as reports point to overseas build

The Trump Mobile T1 smartphone, initially marketed with a “Made in the United States” label, will mostly be manufactured abroad, with only a small portion of final assembly happening in the U.S., company insiders told a report. This shift is significant today as the phone is marketed with patriotic branding. “Made in USA” isn’t just a catchy phrase here; it carries legal weight. Backing that claim is tough when your smartphone’s parts come from Asia, Europe, and the U.S.
February 9, 2026
iOS 26.4 Beta Release Date Revealed as Apple’s iOS 26.3 iPhone Update Nears
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iOS 26.4 Beta Release Date Revealed as Apple’s iOS 26.3 iPhone Update Nears

Apple plans to roll out the first developer beta of iOS 26.4 during the week of Feb. 23, according to 9to5Mac, which cited Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This update is expected to bring the long-awaited Siri improvements and new Apple Intelligence features. A public beta might drop later this month or in early March, with a wider release possibly scheduled for late March. The timing is crucial since iOS 26.4 will be the first real chance to try out the Siri features Apple showed off at WWDC 2024 but then postponed. Back in March 2025, Apple spokeswoman Jacqueline Roy admitted it was “going to take us longer than we thought” to roll out the enhanced capabilities. Developer betas are early previews;
February 9, 2026
The hidden 20Wh rule behind smartphone batteries: why iPhone and Galaxy still play it safe as China goes bigger
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The hidden 20Wh rule behind smartphone batteries: why iPhone and Galaxy still play it safe as China goes bigger

Chinese smartphone makers are now exceeding the traditional 5,000 milliamp-hour battery capacity, a limit Apple and Samsung still stick to. One factor: new lithium battery transport regulations, recent reports suggest. Battery life is back in the spotlight, even as brighter displays, 5G connections, and more demanding software push power use higher. An industry report recently pointed out that raw mAh numbers—the simple measure of battery capacity—are becoming less reliable for predicting how long a phone will actually last on a charge.
February 9, 2026
Apple iPhone 17e could launch soon with MagSafe and A19 as iPad Air and MacBook Pro updates near
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Apple iPhone 17e could launch soon with MagSafe and A19 as iPad Air and MacBook Pro updates near

Apple plans to unveil the iPhone 17e, plus fresh iPads, Macs, and a revamped Siri, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported Sunday. Timing matters here because Apple aimed last year’s $599 iPhone 16e at mid-market buyers in places like China and India, where paying upfront is typical. “The new phone lowers the cost barrier to joining the Apple Intelligence bandwagon,” said Forrester principal analyst Dipanjan Chatterjee at the time.
February 9, 2026
OpenAI’s GPT-5.3 Codex Triggers ‘High’ Cyber Risk Flag — and Access Is Tightening
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OpenAI’s GPT-5.3 Codex Triggers ‘High’ Cyber Risk Flag — and Access Is Tightening

OpenAI has started deploying GPT-5.3-Codex, a fresh “agentic” coding model that goes beyond just writing code — it can actually perform tasks on a computer. At the same time, the company is beefing up safeguards around its most sensitive cybersecurity applications. This shift is critical as AI coding tools evolve beyond simple autocomplete functions to systems capable of executing commands, retrieving data, and handling extended tasks. Such capabilities appeal to software teams racing to meet deadlines—and to attackers eager to accelerate their search for vulnerabilities.
February 9, 2026
iPhone 18 Pro leak: Apple tests new “variable aperture” camera as Pro Max battery grows, reports say
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iPhone 18 Pro leak: Apple tests new “variable aperture” camera as Pro Max battery grows, reports say

A Weibo account called “Digital Chat Station” claims Apple is experimenting with two camera upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro series: a variable-aperture main sensor and a telephoto lens featuring a wider aperture, MacRumors reported. https://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/07/two-major-iphone-18-pro-camera-upgrades/ If Apple goes ahead, it would be an unusual move toward more advanced optics on the iPhone, especially as design changes alone are no longer enough to boost upgrades. Camera improvements stand out to buyers right away and often trigger component orders months ahead of release.
February 9, 2026
Google Pixel owners complain of loud speaker “pops” — and the fix is still unclear
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Google Pixel owners complain of loud speaker “pops” — and the fix is still unclear

Google Pixel users are reporting abrupt, loud “popping” noises coming from their phone speakers when they open or switch apps—some say it happens even with the volume turned all the way down. Google hasn’t addressed the problem publicly yet. https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/02/pixel-phone-users-complain-about-popping-noises-even-at-zero-volume.html These reports strike a nerve for Google’s high-end phone lineup—where even minor glitches can trigger returns, warranty claims, and bad press. The Pixel series might be smaller than rivals’ hardware ranges, but it’s still Google’s flagship Android platform.
February 7, 2026
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