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Utah’s Android bill is real: lawmaker wants the state to pick sides in iPhone vs Android feud
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Utah’s Android bill is real: lawmaker wants the state to pick sides in iPhone vs Android feud

Utah Senate Majority Leader Kirk Cullimore introduced SB138 to designate Android as the state’s official mobile operating system. Cullimore said he doesn’t expect the bill to advance. Lawmakers also debated a separate bill restricting student phone use in schools. The Android measure would add the software to Utah’s list of state symbols if passed.
January 22, 2026
RFK Jr revives cellphone radiation debate with new HHS study after FDA pulls safety pages
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RFK Jr revives cellphone radiation debate with new HHS study after FDA pulls safety pages

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered a study into cellphone radiation risks after the FDA removed claims of safety from its website. The move comes as agencies push wireless expansion and industry groups cite no proven health threat. The National Toxicology Program found some cancer links in rats exposed to older signals, but human studies show no consistent evidence of harm.
January 22, 2026
Microdrama Apps Are Surging in India and Hollywood — Here’s Why Big Brands Still Aren’t Buying In
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Microdrama Apps Are Surging in India and Hollywood — Here’s Why Big Brands Still Aren’t Buying In

Microdrama and AI apps fueled a rebound in India’s app downloads to 25.5 billion in 2025, with users logging 1.23 trillion hours, Sensor Tower reported. Short-drama app downloads jumped by over 350 million. FMCG brands are testing sponsorships but struggle to measure impact. Investors poured $22 million into Holywater, while global microdrama revenues hit $3 billion last year, led by $1.3 billion in the U.S.
January 22, 2026
Denmark’s boycott apps hit the top as Greenland dispute drives shoppers off US goods

Denmark’s boycott apps hit the top as Greenland dispute drives shoppers off US goods

A Danish barcode-scanning app designed to help shoppers avoid US products has jumped into Denmark’s App Store top 10, with daily downloads up 867% amid tensions over Greenland. The app’s rise follows renewed US interest in Greenland and calls for boycotts of American goods. The movement has spread to public events and online forums across Europe. Economists warn that global supply chains complicate efforts to boycott US-linked products.
January 22, 2026
Apple’s Siri could become a ChatGPT-style chatbot in iOS 27 overhaul, reports say
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Apple’s Siri could become a ChatGPT-style chatbot in iOS 27 overhaul, reports say

Apple plans to overhaul Siri into an AI chatbot powered by Google’s Gemini, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The new Siri will support both text and voice chat and replace the current interface across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Apple reportedly agreed to pay Google about $1 billion a year for Gemini. The update is expected to be announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in June.
January 22, 2026
Honor Magic 8 gets MagicOS 10.0.0.127 update with film-style selfies, AI photo removal and facial pay
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Honor Magic 8 gets MagicOS 10.0.0.127 update with film-style selfies, AI photo removal and facial pay

Honor has begun rolling out MagicOS 10.0.0.127 to Magic8 series phones, adding a film-style selfie mode, multi-frame object removal in the Gallery, and an Alipay facial payment shortcut. The update also expands YOYO assistant scenarios and AI colour-tracking support. Release timing varies by region and carrier, with some features exclusive to Magic8 for now.
January 22, 2026
RingGo app down: UK parking payments fail at rush hour as outage hits drivers
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RingGo app down: UK parking payments fail at rush hour as outage hits drivers

RingGo is investigating service disruptions after thousands of UK drivers reported being unable to pay for parking via its app during Thursday’s morning rush. Downdetector logged over 1,300 complaints, mostly about the app, with some users also unable to reach customer support. The outage left drivers uncertain about proving payment and avoiding fines. RingGo has not given a timeline for resolution.
January 22, 2026
OnePlus shutdown rumors spread fast after Oppo “dismantling” report — India chief calls it “false”
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OnePlus shutdown rumors spread fast after Oppo “dismantling” report — India chief calls it “false”

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu denied reports that the brand is shutting down, calling them “false” and “unverified” on X. The rumors began after Android Headlines claimed OnePlus is being dismantled by parent company Oppo, citing unnamed sources and declining shipments. OnePlus did not address staffing or product plans in its response.
January 21, 2026
Apple Fitness+ finally launches in Japan with Japanese dubbing, ¥980 price and free trials
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Apple Fitness+ finally launches in Japan with Japanese dubbing, ¥980 price and free trials

Apple launched its Fitness+ subscription service in Japan, offering guided workouts with Japanese subtitles and digitally dubbed audio for ¥980 per month or ¥7,800 per year. New users receive a one-month free trial, with up to three months free on select device purchases. Partner deals include Anytime Fitness memberships and promotions with au and UQ mobile. The service supports Family Sharing for up to five users.
January 21, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak dumps Qi2 magnetic power bank details and six colors ahead of February launch
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak dumps Qi2 magnetic power bank details and six colors ahead of February launch

Leaked images show Samsung’s EB-U2500 magnetic Qi2 power bank, built for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, with 5,000mAh capacity and 15W wireless charging. The S26 Ultra is rumored to launch in six colors, including Sky Blue and Cobalt Violet. Reports point to a Feb. 25 launch and early March sales, but Samsung has not confirmed details.
January 21, 2026
Which U.S. states really ban phones at school? A new report card ranks them as UK tightens rules
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Which U.S. states really ban phones at school? A new report card ranks them as UK tightens rules

North Dakota and Rhode Island received top grades for “phone-free” school policies in a new national report card released Tuesday. Tennessee earned a “C,” while Montana and South Dakota scored zero. Thirty-eight U.S. states now have laws or policies regulating student cellphone use, Ballotpedia said. Britain ordered schools to go “phone-free by default” this week and launched a consultation on children’s social media use.
January 21, 2026
Nova Launcher bought again: Instabridge says it will keep the Android favorite alive — but ads are already showing up
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Nova Launcher bought again: Instabridge says it will keep the Android favorite alive — but ads are already showing up

Instabridge has acquired Nova Launcher and is considering ads in the free version, while Nova Launcher Prime will remain ad-free. Users and tech sites report ad tracking code and new ad permissions in the latest update, with some already seeing ads in the app drawer. Instabridge says Nova is not shutting down and is exploring paid tiers. The app now lists Instabridge as developer on Google Play.
January 21, 2026
Apple TV Down? App Store, iTunes and Music glitch as Apple services stumble for hours
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Apple TV Down? App Store, iTunes and Music glitch as Apple services stumble for hours

Apple restored App Store and Apple TV services late Tuesday after an outage disrupted downloads, purchases, and streaming for some users. Developer tools, iMessage, iCloud Mail, and Apple Maps Traffic were also affected. Apple resolved the issues by about 11:04 p.m. ET but did not specify a cause. All services were operating normally early Wednesday, according to Apple’s status page.
January 21, 2026
China’s Viral “Are You Dead?” App Is Spreading Fast — and It’s Exposing a Solo-Living Anxiety
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China’s Viral “Are You Dead?” App Is Spreading Fast — and It’s Exposing a Solo-Living Anxiety

A Chinese app known as “Are You Dead Yet?” requires users to tap a button daily or it alerts an emergency contact after two missed days. The app’s viral growth follows a high-profile solitary death in Shanghai and rising concern over people living alone, with single-person households topping 100 million in 2024. Developers plan to rebrand the app globally after backlash over its blunt name.
January 21, 2026
iPhone 18 Pro leak: Under-screen Face ID could shrink the Dynamic Island — and suppliers are lining up
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iPhone 18 Pro leak: Under-screen Face ID could shrink the Dynamic Island — and suppliers are lining up

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models will reportedly feature under-screen Face ID and a smaller screen cutout, according to South Korean industry sources and supply-chain leaks. New “LTPO+” OLED panels with under-display infrared sensors are being developed by Samsung Display and LG Display for Apple. Leaks disagree on whether a smaller Dynamic Island, a single camera hole, or a shifted sensor will remain visible.
January 20, 2026
Don’t Miss the Northern Lights: Google Pixel and Android Camera Tricks to Capture the Aurora
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Don’t Miss the Northern Lights: Google Pixel and Android Camera Tricks to Capture the Aurora

A severe G4 geomagnetic storm struck Earth late Jan. 19 after a coronal mass ejection, NOAA reported, with auroras possibly visible across much of Canada and the northern U.S. Forecasters warned of an S4 solar radiation storm, the strongest since 2003, threatening satellites and polar flights. Android users were advised to use long-exposure camera modes to capture the aurora. Alerts went to airlines, NASA, and grid operators.
January 20, 2026
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