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Google’s ‘Aluminium’ ChromeOS switch: Will your Chromebook get the Android-based update?
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Google’s ‘Aluminium’ ChromeOS switch: Will your Chromebook get the Android-based update?

Google VP John Maletis said many current Chromebooks cannot run the new Android-based “Aluminium” software due to hardware limits, with no official list of supported models yet. A leaked video showed the software running on an HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook with Android-style features. The transition has raised concerns about lost ChromeOS functions and support gaps for schools and businesses.
January 30, 2026
Samsung teases a ‘privacy display layer’ for Galaxy phones — and the S26 Ultra buzz is back
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Samsung teases a ‘privacy display layer’ for Galaxy phones — and the S26 Ultra buzz is back

Samsung will introduce a customizable privacy feature for Galaxy devices to block nearby people from viewing screens, targeting situations like public transit. The company has not disclosed a launch date or device, but tech site T3 suggests the next Galaxy S may debut the tool. Users can apply the feature to specific apps and actions, including PIN entry and notification pop-ups.
January 30, 2026
Apple earnings: iPhone 17 surge lifts outlook to 16% growth as chip crunch looms
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Apple earnings: iPhone 17 surge lifts outlook to 16% growth as chip crunch looms

Apple reported $143.8 billion in revenue and $2.84 earnings per share for the holiday quarter, driven by strong iPhone 17 demand and a rebound in China. The company expects March-quarter revenue growth of 13% to 16%, above analyst forecasts, but warned of supply constraints due to chip shortages. Services revenue hit $30.01 billion, while Mac and wearables sales declined. Shares rose up to 3.5% after hours.
January 30, 2026
Google tightens Android Theft Protection, adding new locks for banking apps and remote controls
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Google tightens Android Theft Protection, adding new locks for banking apps and remote controls

Google expanded “Identity Check” to more apps using biometrics and added an optional security question for Remote Lock. Theft Detection Lock and Remote Lock will be enabled by default on new Android devices in Brazil. Android 16 devices now feature stricter Failed Authentication Lock controls, including longer lockouts after repeated wrong sign-in attempts.
January 29, 2026
AI in schools: A teacher goes “analog” as educators warn about Pinterest-style classroom clutter
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AI in schools: A teacher goes “analog” as educators warn about Pinterest-style classroom clutter

A Fort Worth high school English teacher has banned generative AI and requires nearly all assignments to be handwritten, rejecting school-issued laptops. Chanea Bond said students relied on AI for thesis statements and weren’t engaging with literature. Some students said the shift felt strange but made them think more. Other districts, including Miami-Dade, are expanding official access to AI tools.
January 29, 2026
Trump cyber chief faces scrutiny after sensitive files were uploaded to ChatGPT
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Trump cyber chief faces scrutiny after sensitive files were uploaded to ChatGPT

CISA’s acting director, Madhu Gottumukkala, uploaded sensitive contracting documents to public ChatGPT, triggering DHS security alerts and an internal review, Politico reported. The documents were labeled “for official use only” but not classified. CISA said the use was authorized, limited, and subject to controls. The review’s outcome remains unclear.
January 29, 2026
T-Mobile service suddenly dies overnight — why phones flipped to SOS and what we know now
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T-Mobile service suddenly dies overnight — why phones flipped to SOS and what we know now

T-Mobile users across several U.S. regions lost service overnight, with many phones switching to “SOS” mode around 12:20 a.m. Eastern, according to outage trackers. Metro by T-Mobile and Google Fi customers also reported disruptions. Service was restored quickly, but T-Mobile has not disclosed the cause. Complaints dropped off within about an hour.
January 29, 2026
AI Models Advance: How Self-Training and Mistakes Lead to Better Performance
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AI Models Advance: How Self-Training and Mistakes Lead to Better Performance

AI models are now training by playing against themselves, reducing reliance on human input and accelerating performance gains. Google’s self-play strategy, once used only in games, is being applied to advanced systems, raising hopes and concerns. Experts warn that self-learning AIs risk compounding errors if not closely monitored. Some researchers fear this trend could remove humans from key decision-making.
January 28, 2026
No more peeking? Samsung hints a built-in privacy screen for Galaxy S26 phones
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No more peeking? Samsung hints a built-in privacy screen for Galaxy S26 phones

Samsung announced a new privacy feature for Galaxy phones that blocks side-angle screen views to prevent “shoulder surfing.” Users can enable or disable the feature for specific apps and notifications. Tech sites expect the tool to debut with the Galaxy S26 series, but Samsung has not confirmed which models will include it. Details on the display technology remain undisclosed.
January 28, 2026
Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video
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Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video

Google briefly published screen recordings of “Aluminium OS,” an Android-based desktop interface, running on a Chromebook before restricting access to the footage. The videos showed window controls and a Chrome extensions button, suggesting a PC-style Android build. Tech sites say the leak offers the clearest look yet at Google’s Android-for-PC project. Google has not announced launch details or device compatibility.
January 28, 2026
NexPhone: A Bold Move to Merge Smartphones and PCs
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NexPhone: A Bold Move to Merge Smartphones and PCs

The NexPhone, launching January 28 in San Francisco, will run Android, Linux, and Windows 11 on a single device. Its high-end hardware and tri-boot system aim to combine smartphone and PC functions. Analysts cite possible compatibility and battery issues. The device enters a market already testing similar concepts, including Samsung’s DeX.
January 28, 2026
Apple May Absorb Rising DRAM Costs for iPhone 18 Amid Price Hikes, Analysts Suggest
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Apple May Absorb Rising DRAM Costs for iPhone 18 Amid Price Hikes, Analysts Suggest

Apple plans to keep iPhone 18 prices unchanged despite surging memory and DRAM costs, sources say. Samsung and SK hynix have raised LPDDR5X RAM prices by over 80% quarter-on-quarter. Analysts expect Apple to absorb higher expenses, relying on its services division to offset the impact. The company has shifted to quarterly memory pricing talks with suppliers.
January 28, 2026
Google Messages Enhances Wear OS with Emoji Reactions and “Mark as Read” Features
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Google Messages Enhances Wear OS with Emoji Reactions and “Mark as Read” Features

Google is adding emoji reactions and a “Mark as Read” option to its Messages app on Wear OS smartwatches, according to details from an APK teardown. Users will be able to react to texts and manage read status directly from their watch, without needing a phone. The update targets improved message handling for Wear OS, which has lagged behind rivals like Apple’s watchOS.
January 28, 2026
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