Technology News 14.03.2026
LIVETechnology news rolling coverageStarted: March 14, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: March 14, 2026, 4:36 AM EDT
Best Cyber Monday 2025 Phone Deals Today (Nov. 30): Expert Picks After Testing 75+ Phones
Major U.S. retailers and carriers launched deep discounts on top smartphones ahead of Cyber Monday, including the Pixel 9a for $349, OnePlus 13 for $699.99, and Pixel 10 Pro XL at $899. T-Mobile is offering four iPhone 17 handsets free with its Essentials plan and similar deals on Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10. Best Buy cut the Galaxy S25 Ultra to $899.99 and Pixel 9 to $474. Apple is offering gift cards with iPhone 16 purchases.
Motorola Edge 70 Swarovski Edition Leaks in Pantone ‘Cloud Dancer’, Tipped as 2026 Pantone Colour of the Year
A leaked image shows a Motorola Edge 70 Swarovski Edition with an off-white “Pantone Cloud Dancer” back and 14 Swarovski crystals set in a grid. The phone’s silver frame is engraved with the Pantone branding. Core hardware matches the standard Edge 70. No launch date confirmed.
Google Play Store Update: Delete These Spyware Apps Now and Lock Down Your Android (November 30, 2025)
Security researchers found 239 malicious Android apps on Google Play, downloaded 42 million times from June 2024 to May 2025. Google has begun removing spyware-like and ad-fraud apps after reports of surging malware and privacy risks. Forbes and tech outlets warn that even legitimate-looking apps may collect sensitive data without clear disclosure. Google plans stricter controls on anonymous developers and sideloaded apps.
How to Use Your Android Phone as a Light & Sound Meter in 2025 (And How Accurate It Really Is)
A MakeUseOf feature highlighting Android phones’ ability to measure light and noise is going viral. Decibel meter apps are climbing Google Play charts, with Sound Meter App: Decibel Meter updated November 21. The global market for smartphone sound level meters is projected to reach $210 million by 2031. New York has launched an official app turning residents’ phones into urban noise monitors.
RedMagic 11 Air Leak Reveals Cooling Fan as Liquid‑Cooled RedMagic 11 Pro Shines in Early Reviews
China’s TENAA published images of the upcoming RedMagic 11 Air, revealing vent slits, a screw-studded back, and redesigned triggers, strongly indicating a built-in cooling fan. The leak follows the global launch of the RedMagic 11 Pro, which reviewers confirm uses active liquid cooling with a micro-pump and fan, a first for mass-market smartphones.
Black Friday 2025 Phone Deals: Google Pixel 10 Hits Its Lowest Price of the Year as Carriers Give Away Pixel 10 Pro
Google’s Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro hit their lowest prices of 2025 in the US, UK, and India for Black Friday, with some US carriers offering the Pixel 10 Pro free on long-term plans. The Pixel 10 dropped to $599 at Amazon US and around $499 at Best Buy with activation. In India, Amazon cut the Pixel 10 to ₹68,650, with further discounts for select cardholders. Rival Samsung flagships also saw record price drops.
Israel’s IDF Bans Android Phones for Senior Officers: iPhones Now Mandatory in New Cybersecurity Crackdown
The Israel Defense Forces will require senior officers to use only iPhones for official military communications, banning Android devices from operational use. The new policy, reported by Israeli media, extends to all officers from lieutenant colonel upward and is expected to take effect soon. The shift follows cybersecurity concerns after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks.
Apple’s New Heated Foldable iPhone Display Patent Hints at How the ‘iPhone Fold’ Could Beat Creases and Cold in 2026
Apple’s new patent details a foldable iPhone display with built-in heating elements to prevent cracking in cold temperatures. Leaks suggest the “iPhone Fold” could launch in 2026 with a price near $2,399. The design uses transparent heaters and sensors to monitor and warm the hinge area. The system may limit or lock folding in extreme cold until the display is safe to bend.
Apple’s iPhone 17 Turns China’s Singles’ Day Around – And Sets Up a Bigger 2026 for Apple
Apple drove all smartphone growth during China’s Singles’ Day 2025, with iPhone 17 models making up about 26% of sales. Overall smartphone sales rose 3% year-on-year, but would have dropped 5% without Apple. In October, iPhone sales in China jumped 37% from a year earlier. Apple shares traded near a record $280 on November 28.
Apple’s December 2025 Updates: iOS 26.2, macOS Tahoe 26.2, New Apple Arcade Games — But No New Hardware
Apple will release iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.2 in December, with most sources pointing to a rollout between December 9 and 16. A major Apple Arcade update arrives December 4, and F1 The Movie starring Brad Pitt debuts on Apple TV+ December 12. No new hardware launches are expected this month.
Best iPhone 17 & 17 Pro Black Friday Deals Today (November 29, 2025) – UK, US & India Compared
Croma in India is offering the iPhone 17 for an effective ₹45,900 with exchange and cashback, valid through November 30. In the UK, Giffgaff’s unlimited data deal on the 256GB iPhone 17 is about £35.67 per month plus £25 upfront. Verizon in the US is giving the iPhone 17 free on a 36-month unlimited plan, with an iPad and Apple Watch 11 also free when adding data plans.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 FE Black Friday 2025 Deals: Double Storage, Record‑Low Prices and Amazon’s Zero‑Margin War
Samsung and Amazon are offering record-low prices on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, with Samsung.com selling the 512GB model for about $860, a $560 drop from its usual price. Amazon lists the 256GB version at $899 and the 512GB at $1,019. These deals undercut Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro, which remains at full price. No trade-in or contract is required for the Samsung.com offer.
iPhone Fold: Apple’s Crease‑Free $2,400 Foldable iPhone Is Getting Real – Design, Price, Heated Display Patent and 2026 Launch Leaks
Apple’s foldable iPhone, widely called “iPhone Fold,” has entered engineering validation testing with about 100 units produced, according to multiple reports. The device is expected to feature a crease-free 7.8-inch inner display, a 24-megapixel under-display camera, and launch in September 2026 at around $2,399. Apple has not confirmed the name or release details.
Android 16 Phone Detox: How Today’s Updates Turn Your Smartphone Into an Anti‑Distraction Tool (November 28, 2025)
Xiaomi began rolling out HyperOS 3 based on Android 16 to Xiaomi 14 users worldwide on November 28, 2025. A new report projects the digital detox app market will grow from $0.9 billion in 2024 to $3.9 billion by 2034, driven by concerns over screen addiction. Research from March 2025 found that reducing smartphone use for 72 hours lowered stress and anxiety in young adults.
Google’s Aluminium OS Explained: Android PCs, AI at the Core, and What’s New Today (November 28, 2025)
Google’s Android-based desktop platform, codenamed Aluminium OS, surfaced in job listings and code references this week. The project aims to merge ChromeOS and Android into a unified AI-focused system for laptops and PCs. Early user sentiment data released today shows strong interest among tech enthusiasts in replacing ChromeOS with Aluminium OS. The final product name remains unconfirmed.
Samsung One UI 8.5 Leak: Dark Mode Icons Finally Get a Proper Fix
Leaked builds of Samsung’s One UI 8.5 show app icons automatically switching to dark backgrounds in Dark Mode, including for third-party apps. The update also introduces a subtle 3D icon style with depth and shadows. Multiple reports indicate beta testing could begin December 8, 2025, starting with the Galaxy S25. Samsung has not officially confirmed these changes.
TELUS Black Friday 2025 in Canada: Free iPhone 16, PS5 Bundles and ‘Buy One, Give One’ Phone Donations
TELUS launched its Black Friday 2025 event in Canada on November 28, offering $0/month iPhone 16 and flagship Android phones with select plans, plus free PlayStation 5 or Samsung 4K TVs with PureFibre bundles. The company revived its “Buy One, Give One” campaign, pledging to donate a phone and plan to vulnerable Canadians for every eligible activation this weekend.
CISA Issues Urgent Spyware Warning For iPhone And Android — How To Secure Your Smartphone Today (November 28, 2025)
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has warned that advanced spyware is targeting iPhone and Android users through messaging apps like Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram, and SMS. Attackers use techniques such as malicious QR codes, fake app updates, and zero-click exploits to compromise devices. CISA urges especially high-risk users to tighten smartphone security immediately.
Motorola Edge 70 review round‑up: GSMArena verdict, new Edge 70 Ultra leak and the thin‑phone shake‑up on November 28, 2025
Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo have cancelled ultra-thin phone launches after weak demand for similar models from Apple and Samsung, according to a new report. Motorola’s Edge 70, just 5.99 mm thick, is now on sale in Europe with strong battery-life reviews and a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset confirmed for the upcoming Edge 70 Ultra. Launch price starts at €799/£699. No US release planned.
Poco F8 Ultra review round‑up: denim‑backed Bose flagship lands with Black Friday deals and stackable 10% discounts (November 28, 2025)
Poco launched its F8 Ultra and F8 Pro flagships globally on November 26, featuring a denim-style back and Bose-tuned speakers with a built-in subwoofer in the Ultra. Both phones use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips and offer aggressive early-bird pricing. Reviews and Black Friday deals, including 10% discounts, appeared as of November 28 in markets like the UK. The Ultra includes a 6,500mAh battery and triple 50MP rear cameras.