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.

iOS 26’s ‘Ask Reason for Calling’ Screens Spam Calls on iPhone — Here’s What It Changes
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iOS 26’s ‘Ask Reason for Calling’ Screens Spam Calls on iPhone — Here’s What It Changes

Apple’s iOS 26 adds a new twist to the Phone app: a feature that asks callers from unknown numbers to state their reason before the phone even rings. The “Ask Reason for Calling” setting appears alongside “Never” and “Silence” in the “Screen Unknown Callers” menu, 9to5Mac reported Friday. Timing couldn’t be simpler. Spam calls and scam texts plague smartphones daily, pushing users to seek something between picking up every unknown number and dumping them all to voicemail.
February 7, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 leaks surge: white renders appear as Qi2 charging and battery rumors swirl
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Samsung Galaxy S26 leaks surge: white renders appear as Qi2 charging and battery rumors swirl

New renders claiming to reveal Samsung Electronics’ Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus in white appeared online Saturday. This comes amid a surge of leaks as the brand gears up for a rumored launch in late February, according to insiders. This leak matters since Samsung’s Galaxy S series ranks among the year’s biggest Android launches. Yet early buzz feels oddly muted. A TechRadar poll online indicates many potential buyers view the upcoming models as merely incremental updates, putting pressure on Samsung to deliver obvious hardware improvements rather than just fresh software features.
February 7, 2026
Google data show 40% of Android phones may be exposed — check your security update now
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Google data show 40% of Android phones may be exposed — check your security update now

Over 40% of Android phones surveyed in Google's newest distribution report still run Android 12 or earlier—versions that no longer get security patches, the critical updates that close vulnerabilities, according to PhoneArena. The data also shows 57.9% of devices operating on Android 13 or newer, with Android 16 installed on 7.5% and Android 15 dominating at 19.3%. This matters now since phones serve as gateways to bank accounts, work logins, and private conversations. Malware and spyware—programs designed to steal data or spy on devices—can cause harm quickly if a phone isn’t patched.
February 7, 2026
Galaxy S26 leak says Samsung cut upgrades to dodge a hike — and prices may rise anyway
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Galaxy S26 leak says Samsung cut upgrades to dodge a hike — and prices may rise anyway

Samsung Electronics’ Galaxy S26 lineup may still face price increases in parts of Europe, despite the company scaling back some planned upgrades to control costs, according to leaks and reports. 9to5Google pointed out that Samsung adjusted its approach after Apple revealed the iPhone 17 without any price bump. Now, only a handful of rumored changes stand out — like more base storage, satellite texting features, and a slimmer Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung’s annual flagship launch is looming, and it’s a critical time. Early adopters face a choice: pay the full price now or wait for potential discounts. If the base price rises without obvious hardware upgrades, many could either stick with the Galaxy S25 from last year or turn to
February 6, 2026
AirTag 2 teardown spotlights a louder chime — and a way to silence it
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AirTag 2 teardown spotlights a louder chime — and a way to silence it

A teardown of Apple’s second-generation AirTag has sparked new doubts about just how difficult it is to disable the tracker’s audible alert, despite Apple marketing the updated model with a louder speaker and improved tracking range. Details matter now since AirTag 2 just launched last month. Early teardowns and reviews are already shaping buyer opinions on whether this upgrade actually delivers practical benefits or is mostly just a spec boost.
February 6, 2026
iPhone 17e launch date leak points to Feb 19 — MagSafe return and iPad 12 upgrade chatter
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iPhone 17e launch date leak points to Feb 19 — MagSafe return and iPad 12 upgrade chatter

Apple is rumored to unveil its next budget iPhone, the iPhone 17e, on Feb. 19. According to industry insiders quoted by Macworld, the phone will reintroduce MagSafe, Apple’s magnetic wireless charging, but will keep a single rear camera and a notched screen. The timing is key since Apple’s cheapest new iPhone is up for an update just a year after the iPhone 16e took over from the older iPhone SE line. The iPhone 16e sports a 6.1-inch OLED screen, an A18 chip, and Apple Intelligence — the company’s AI toolkit for things like writing and summarizing — with a starting price of $599 in the US, according to MacRumors.
February 6, 2026
Google says Android’s Quick Share will soon work with Apple AirDrop on more phones
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Google says Android’s Quick Share will soon work with Apple AirDrop on more phones

TAIPEI, Feb 6, 2026, 17:28 GMT+8 Google plans to extend Android’s Quick Share feature, which now supports sending files to Apple devices via AirDrop, beyond just the Pixel 10 line this year. Erik Kay, VP of engineering for Android, revealed this during a Taipei briefing. He said the company is “expanding it to a lot more devices” and teased “exciting announcements coming very soon.”
February 6, 2026
Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: price hike chatter, Qi2 magnet doubts and the S Pen problem
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Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: price hike chatter, Qi2 magnet doubts and the S Pen problem

Leaks suggest Samsung Electronics will raise prices for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series in France, even though the company reportedly scaled back some planned upgrades to keep costs down. According to a Dealabs report referenced by 9to5Google, the 256GB Galaxy S26 will cost €999, with the S26+ at €1,269. The 256GB S26 Ultra remains at €1,469. The report adds that higher storage options will jump by around €100. Samsung’s Galaxy S series stands as their flagship slab phone lineup and ranks among the largest annual Android launches. Even a slight price increase usually sparks backlash, since buyers are already tight on budget and the year-over-year hardware upgrades tend to be minor.
February 6, 2026
Samsung Galaxy Ring battery swelling scare returns after user calls it a “ticking time bomb”
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Samsung Galaxy Ring battery swelling scare returns after user calls it a “ticking time bomb”

A new online report about a swollen Samsung Galaxy Ring has reignited concerns over battery failures in wearable devices. Samsung-focused tech outlets are urging users to seek warranty support and follow safety advice instead of continuing to wear a ring that’s malfunctioning. This is a serious concern since smart rings fit snugly on your finger and rely on lithium-ion batteries, which are prone to swelling if they're faulty or damaged. Once that occurs, the ring might get stuck, quickly turning from a cool device into a potential hazard.
February 6, 2026
Apple dials back AI “Mulberry” health coach, shifts plan to smaller Health app updates
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Apple dials back AI “Mulberry” health coach, shifts plan to smaller Health app updates

Cupertino, California — February 6, 2026, 01:23 Apple is pulling back on its ambitious virtual health coach powered by AI, opting to introduce elements of the project bit by bit within its Health app instead, Bloomberg News reported Thursday night, citing sources familiar with the situation. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-05/apple-is-scaling-back-plans-for-new-ai-based-health-coach-service
February 6, 2026
iPhone 17 Pro Max Tops 35-Phone Battery Test — Even Without the Biggest Battery
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iPhone 17 Pro Max Tops 35-Phone Battery Test — Even Without the Biggest Battery

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max claimed the top spot for battery life in CNET’s test of 35 smartphones, outlasting devices with much bigger batteries and pushing Apple ahead on average among brands, according to tech sites. The standard iPhone 17 matched the OnePlus 15 for second place, even though it packs a significantly smaller battery, they added. Battery life is back in the spotlight as phones juggle more tasks — video streaming, navigation, messaging, gaming — and users grow tired of charging every day. A CNET/YouGov survey from September 2025 found that longer battery life was the leading reason people considered upgrading their phones, second only to price.
February 5, 2026
Amazon’s Alexa+ goes nationwide in the U.S. — and Prime members get it free
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Amazon’s Alexa+ goes nationwide in the U.S. — and Prime members get it free

Amazon.com announced Wednesday the launch of Alexa+, a generative AI upgrade to its voice assistant, now available to all U.S. users. Prime members get it free, while others pay $19.99 per month. Non-Prime users can access a limited free chat version via Alexa.com and the Alexa app. The upgrade runs on large language models from Amazon Nova and AI startup Anthropic. Prime customers can activate it simply by saying, “Alexa, upgrade to Alexa+,” the company said. Amazon’s long-awaited Alexa redesign is finally reaching a much wider audience, moving beyond just the early adopters who tested the preview. It also moves chatty AI assistants from niche features to standard perks bundled in, rather than costly extras.
February 5, 2026
Redmi’s water-reveal Hindustan Times ad goes viral as Note 15 Pro pushes durability and 200MP camera
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Redmi’s water-reveal Hindustan Times ad goes viral as Note 15 Pro pushes durability and 200MP camera

Videos have popped up on LinkedIn showing a Hindustan Times ad for Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro series, where the price only reveals itself after water is poured on it. Redmi said the idea was first shown to select media through a locked pouch using “invisible ink.” Later, the campaign ran as an interactive front-page ad in the Gurgaon edition. Still, advertising trade site afaqs noted it couldn’t independently confirm the print placement when it initially covered the story. The ad carries the tagline: “We didn’t choose between camera and durability. Neither should you.” https://www.afaqs.com/news/advertising/redmis-water-durability-pitch-in-ht-print-ad-gains-traction-on-linkedin-11075373 The timing is no accident. With mid-range phones flooding the market and software features increasingly similar, manufacturers are desperate for fresh ways to differentiate their
February 5, 2026
Don’t update yet? iOS 26.2.1 sparks iPhone crash, freeze and battery-drain complaints
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Don’t update yet? iOS 26.2.1 sparks iPhone crash, freeze and battery-drain complaints

More and more iPhone users report that the iOS 26.2.1 update is causing app crashes, freezes, connectivity issues, and significant battery drain, according to discussions on Apple’s support forums and Reddit tracked by 9to5Mac. One support thread saw 141 “Me too” clicks, another 46, while a related Reddit post gathered 277 upvotes and 78 comments, the site said. https://9to5mac.com/2026/02/04/ios-26-2-1-causing-crashes-freezes-and-severe-battery-drain-for-some/ Complaints are surfacing right as Apple urges users to keep their iOS versions up to date to fix bugs and plug security gaps. Even if only a small number of devices are affected, it can trap users on a flawed update and make others hesitate before installing future releases.
February 5, 2026
Google teases Pixel 10a ahead of Feb. 18 pre-orders as leaks point to new colors
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Google teases Pixel 10a ahead of Feb. 18 pre-orders as leaks point to new colors

Google is teasing its upcoming budget phone, the Pixel 10a, with pre-orders kicking off on Feb. 18. The company also shared an early peek at its slightly updated design. This marks Google's first official nod to the A-series — the budget-friendly Pixel line — following weeks of leaks. It also signals Google's return to the mid-range phone game early in the year, where minor design updates and carrier deals often carry as much weight as the specs themselves.
February 5, 2026
Samsung drops Galaxy S26 camera teasers: zoom, night video — and an AI disclaimer
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Samsung drops Galaxy S26 camera teasers: zoom, night video — and an AI disclaimer

Samsung is rolling out teasers for camera improvements in its upcoming Galaxy S flagship lineup, dropping three brief videos highlighting enhanced zoom and improved low-light video capabilities — key selling points for its premium handsets. Samsung is rolling out this campaign amid a smartphone market it predicts will be “roughly flat” in 2026. During an October earnings call, mobile executive Daniel Araujo promised the S26 series would deliver “a user-centric next-generation AI experience … including new camera sensors.”
February 5, 2026
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