News 18 November 2025 - 22 November 2025

Google Chrome Finally Rolls Out Vertical Tabs in Stable Release, Adds Full-Page Reading Mode
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Google Chrome Finally Rolls Out Vertical Tabs in Stable Release, Adds Full-Page Reading Mode

Google began rolling out native vertical tabs and a full-page reading mode to the stable version of desktop Chrome on Tuesday, starting with Chrome 147 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Users can now move the tab strip to the left and expand reading mode to fill the page. The rollout is gradual, with no set date for full availability. Chrome holds 69% of the global desktop browser market, according to StatCounter.
April 9, 2026
Technology News 22.11.2025
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Technology News 22.11.2025

Elastic shares fell 15% despite beating Q2 estimates and raising 2026 guidance, as investors focused on slowing growth and rotated out of AI stocks. Nvidia and other tech names also dropped, while Bitcoin weakened alongside equities. A Federal Reserve official’s comments fueled bets on a possible December rate cut.
November 22, 2025
EFF Sues DOJ and DHS Over ICE-Tracking App Takedowns, Escalating Free Speech Battle With Big Tech
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EFF Sues DOJ and DHS Over ICE-Tracking App Takedowns, Escalating Free Speech Battle With Big Tech

The Electronic Frontier Foundation filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against the Justice and Homeland Security departments, seeking records on government efforts to pressure Apple, Google, and Meta to remove ICE-tracking apps and websites. The suit follows a wave of takedowns in October, including ICEBlock and ICE Sighting‑Chicagoland, after agency communications with tech companies.
November 21, 2025
Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch
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Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch

Sidephone opened US pre-orders for its SP-01 modular keypad phone at $249, with shipping set for January 2026. The device features a swappable magnetic keypad, 2.8-inch touchscreen, and runs a stripped-down Android OS. The first 1,000 units are reserved for early wait-list signups. Price is expected to rise to $299 after launch.
November 21, 2025
iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2: New Features, Multitasking Overhaul, and a Serious Screen Time Bug (21 November 2025)
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iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2: New Features, Multitasking Overhaul, and a Serious Screen Time Bug (21 November 2025)

Apple released iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 developer beta 3 and public beta 2 as of November 21, 2025. The update adds a customizable Liquid Glass lock screen, revamped multitasking on iPad, and new AI features, but testers report a critical Screen Time bug in beta 3 that can lock users out of most apps. Apple plans a public release in December for iPhone 11 and newer.
November 21, 2025
Google Gemini Rolls Out to Android Auto: The Biggest In‑Car AI Upgrade Yet – and Polestar EVs Are Next
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Google Gemini Rolls Out to Android Auto: The Biggest In‑Car AI Upgrade Yet – and Polestar EVs Are Next

Google has begun rolling out its Gemini AI assistant to Android Auto, replacing Google Assistant in over 250 million compatible vehicles worldwide. The update supports 45 languages and brings features like smarter navigation, message translation, and email search. Polestar confirmed all its electric models will get Gemini from 2026. The rollout will continue over the coming months.
November 21, 2025
Technology News 21.11.2025
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Technology News 21.11.2025

Google says Pixel 10 phones now support direct file transfers with Apple devices using an AirDrop-style protocol. The feature works with iPhone, iPad, and Mac, but only on Pixel 10. Meta’s Quest 3S VR headset is $250 on Amazon for Black Friday, including Gorilla Tag and a three-month game subscription.
November 21, 2025
Huawei Mate 80: Why the Rumored Cooling Fan Is Missing – and What Huawei Is Doing Instead
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Huawei Mate 80: Why the Rumored Cooling Fan Is Missing – and What Huawei Is Doing Instead

Huawei has canceled plans to include an active cooling fan in the Mate 80’s camera bump, according to multiple Chinese tipsters and media. The fan-equipped version was built but will not enter mass production ahead of the November 25 launch. Huawei is instead shifting the cooling fan technology to its upcoming MatePad Edge tablet. The Mate 80 will focus on battery features, including a new Outdoor Mode.
November 20, 2025
Google’s New ‘Device health & support’ Dashboard Rolls Out to Older Pixel Phones
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Google’s New ‘Device health & support’ Dashboard Rolls Out to Older Pixel Phones

Google will expand its Device health & support dashboard to Pixel 6 through Pixel 9 models with the November 2025 Feature Drop. The dashboard replaces “Tips & support” in Settings, adding battery capacity, cycle counts, manufacturing dates, temperature, storage, and charging diagnostics. Some users may see only partial features until all updates are installed. The dashboard first launched on Pixel 10 devices.
November 20, 2025
Mississippi Lottery Official App Launches: How to Download It, Check Tickets and Avoid Scams (Nov. 20, 2025)
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Mississippi Lottery Official App Launches: How to Download It, Check Tickets and Avoid Scams (Nov. 20, 2025)

The Mississippi Lottery Corporation has launched its first official mobile app, allowing players to scan tickets, check jackpots, and enter second-chance drawings from their phones. The app does not permit online ticket purchases; all sales remain in-person at authorized retailers, in line with state law. The app is available on both Apple and Google platforms.
November 20, 2025
Nothing OS 4.0 ‘Flow’ Rolls Out November 21: Android 16 Upgrade, Eligible Phones, and New Features Explained
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Nothing OS 4.0 ‘Flow’ Rolls Out November 21: Android 16 Upgrade, Eligible Phones, and New Features Explained

Nothing will begin rolling out its Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0, branded “Flow,” to supported phones on November 21, 2025. The update follows weeks of open beta testing and will reach devices in stages, starting with models like the Nothing Phone (2), (3), and (2a). The company confirmed the launch via its community channels and official social media. Carrier variants may receive the update later.
November 20, 2025
Technology News 20.11.2025
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Technology News 20.11.2025

Apple’s AirTags four-pack dropped to a record low of $65 ahead of Black Friday, with single tags at $18. Google expanded its Device health & support dashboard to Pixel 6-9 phones in the November 2025 Feature Drop. Samsung cut the Galaxy S25 Ultra price in the UK to £849 with PayPal and trade-in during its Black Friday sale.
November 20, 2025
Boop AI Travel App Turns Social Tips into Bookable Trips: What’s New on 19 November 2025
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Boop AI Travel App Turns Social Tips into Bookable Trips: What’s New on 19 November 2025

Boop, an AI travel app founded by ex-Meta and Microsoft executive Nancy Li Smith, launched this week and drew major coverage from TechCrunch and other outlets. The app lets users copy and customize real travelers’ itineraries, using AI to turn location and photo data into bookable trips. Boop secured $3.2 million in pre-seed funding. Media attention surged after TechCrunch’s November 18 feature.
November 19, 2025
PhoneArena’s ‘Iconic Phones’ Coffee Table Book Now Shipping in the US and Canada – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
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PhoneArena’s ‘Iconic Phones’ Coffee Table Book Now Shipping in the US and Canada – Here’s Everything You Need to Know

PhoneArena’s 256-page hardcover book, Iconic Phones: Revolution at Your Fingertips, has begun shipping its Standard Edition to buyers in the US and Canada. The Premium Edition, which includes additional collectibles, is set to ship in January 2026. The book, published with Page Two, covers 25 years of mobile phone history and retails for $79.99 USD.
November 19, 2025
HMD Terra M: Ultra‑Rugged ‘Mission Phone’ Debuts with Eviden Partnership and 10‑Day Battery Life
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HMD Terra M: Ultra‑Rugged ‘Mission Phone’ Debuts with Eviden Partnership and 10‑Day Battery Life

HMD announced the Terra M, a rugged “smart feature phone” built for harsh environments, under its HMD Secure division this week. The device features military-grade protection, a glove-friendly touchscreen, programmable push-to-talk and emergency keys, and up to 10 days of standby time. Atos’ Eviden will preload its Lifelink MCx Connect platform, enabling mission-critical LTE and 5G communications.
November 19, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S26: Ultra‑Thin Design, F1.4 Camera and Exynos 2600 Chip – All the Key Leaks as of November 19, 2025
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Samsung Galaxy S26: Ultra‑Thin Design, F1.4 Camera and Exynos 2600 Chip – All the Key Leaks as of November 19, 2025

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series will be thinner and lighter than Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup, according to multiple leaks published November 19. The S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 200MP F1.4 main camera, a larger selfie cutout, and Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2600 chip in most models. The S26 Ultra will reportedly measure 7.9 mm thick and weigh 214 g, undercutting the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Launch is expected in early 2026.
November 19, 2025
Google Play Best of 2025: Focus Friend, Pokémon TCG Pocket and the 10 Android Apps You Need Right Now
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Google Play Best of 2025: Focus Friend, Pokémon TCG Pocket and the 10 Android Apps You Need Right Now

Google named Focus Friend by Hank Green as Best App and Pokémon TCG Pocket as Best Game in its Best of 2025 U.S. Play Store awards. Focus Friend, a gamified focus timer, also won Best for Personal Growth. Regional winners were announced worldwide, including District: Movies Events Dining in India. Google highlighted multi-device apps and new book picks among its selections.
November 19, 2025
Technology News 19.11.2025
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Technology News 19.11.2025

DJI previewed its Avata 360 drone, escalating competition with Insta360 in the 360-degree drone market. NSSTC and Thales Alenia Space began joint studies on sovereign LEO satellite navigation after signing an MoU. Fire-Boltt smartwatches saw discounts up to 95%. CEOs face questions on AI autonomy and AGI as the market reacts to an AI-driven selloff.
November 19, 2025
Best MIDI Controller Apps for iOS in 2025: Turn Your iPhone and iPad into Pro Synth & DAW Controllers (Updated 18 November 2025)
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Best MIDI Controller Apps for iOS in 2025: Turn Your iPhone and iPad into Pro Synth & DAW Controllers (Updated 18 November 2025)

On 17 November, Gearnews published a buyer’s guide highlighting top MIDI controller apps for iOS, including TouchOSC, which enables iPhones and iPads to function as customizable control surfaces for music studios. Developers such as FAC and NovoNotes are releasing advanced modulation and MPE-ready controllers. iOS 18 adds deeper customization and integration for music workflows.
November 18, 2025
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