News 12 November 2025 - 15 November 2025

Astronomy·Current Events·News·Space Exploration

Comet 3I/ATLAS Today (15 November 2025): ESA Path Update, Tail Revival, Radio Signals and Alien Claims Explained

New images confirm interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS survived its close pass behind the Sun, remaining intact and active as of 11 November. The European Space Agency has refined its orbital path using data from the ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter. Some astronomers continue to debate whether the comet’s behavior could indicate artificial origins, though most experts attribute it to natural processes.

November 15, 2025

ChatGPT App’s Meteoric Rise Stalls: Downloads Dip and Daily Usage Tumbles as Rivals Surge

AI·News·Software Development·Technology

OpenAI GPT‑5.1 Goes Mainstream: What Developers, GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio Users Need to Know Today (15 November 2025)

OpenAI’s GPT-5.1 model is now live in the OpenAI API, GitHub Copilot, and Microsoft Copilot Studio. ChatGPT is being upgraded to GPT-5.1 Instant and Thinking, adding new tone and personalization features. Perplexity AI has integrated GPT-5.1 for paid users. Early testers report faster speeds and lower token usage compared to previous models.

November 15, 2025

Innovation·News·Technology

Technology News 15.11.2025

Activision says Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 uses generative AI to develop some in-game assets, according to its Steam page. Black Friday 2025 gaming deals feature discounts on consoles, VR headsets, and bundles, with sales running Nov. 28 to Dec. 1. Retailers compare current prices to historic lows to highlight genuine savings.

November 15, 2025

Mobile Devices·News·Sustainability·Technology

Old Android Phones in 2025: 11 Smart Ways to Repurpose Them Amid Today’s E‑Waste and Security News (Nov 14, 2025)

Cities across the U.S. are holding e-waste collection events for America Recycles Day on November 14, 2025, as the UN reports global e-waste hit 62 million tonnes in 2022. Michigan’s environment agency is promoting device reuse to expand internet access. Less than a quarter of global e-waste is properly recycled, with volumes projected to reach 82 million tonnes by 2030.

November 14, 2025

Education·News·Technology

School Phone Bans in 2025: Do They Really Help Kids — Or Is “Age‑Appropriate Design” the Missing Piece?

A major Florida study found school cellphone bans raised test scores and reduced absences, especially among boys and older students, after an initial rise in suspensions. At least 22 U.S. states and several countries have adopted or expanded bans. UK research indicates bans alone do not improve mental health. Experts urge combining restrictions with digital education and safer tech design.

November 14, 2025

Apps·News·Technology

Art Influencer Apps Like HappenArt and Joconde Are Turning Your Phone Into a Gallery Guide — What’s New on November 14, 2025

HappenArt and Joconde apps are driving gallery discovery worldwide as of November 14, 2025, with major media coverage and new features. The National Gallery Singapore opened its “Into the Modern” Impressionist exhibition today, expecting most visitors to find it via influencer apps and social feeds rather than traditional listings. TechRadar praised Joconde for its art-history tools. HappenArt updated its geolocation and news aggregation features.

November 14, 2025

Android·Mobile·News·Technology

Google Backs Off Android Sideloading Ban for “Power Users” — While OnePlus 15 Camera Takes Aim at the OnePlus 13

Google will require Android app developers to verify their identity starting March 2026, making it mandatory in parts of Asia by September 2026 and worldwide in 2027. An “advanced flow” will let experienced users sideload apps from unverified sources. Students and hobbyists can use a cheaper, limited account. Open-source advocates remain concerned about increased centralization.

November 14, 2025

Cryptocurrency·Finance·News·Technology

Jack Dorsey’s Cash App Bets Big on Bitcoin Lightning, Stablecoins and AI in Its Biggest Update Yet

Cash App, owned by Block, has launched its largest update, adding Bitcoin Lightning payments from USD balances, an AI financial assistant, and a Bitcoin-accepting business map. Stablecoin transfers using USDC on Solana are planned for 2026. The new features will roll out to Cash App’s 58 million users starting this month. Block calls it the app’s first coordinated multi-product launch.

November 14, 2025

Innovation·News·Technology

Technology News 14.11.2025

Cloudflare has deployed new controls to block AI crawlers that scrape data without payment or permission, aiming to counter falling web traffic and ad revenue. TollBit is letting publishers set access fees and charge AI firms per use. Wikipedia reports a decline in human visits as AI usage rises. Analysts say fragmented efforts will not address the broader shift in the internet economy.

November 14, 2025

Digital Wallets·News

Visa’s ‘Scan to Pay’ Supercharges QR and Digital Wallet Payments Across Asia Pacific

Visa launched its Scan to Pay QR code payment system across Asia Pacific, enabling millions of merchants to accept Visa payments through major digital wallets and banking apps. The rollout connects local wallets like Samsung Wallet, LINE Pay, and VNPT Money to Visa’s global network. The launch coincides with the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, where Visa is also showcasing AI-powered commerce and a stablecoin pilot.

November 13, 2025

Mobile Devices·News·Reviews·Technology

Honor Magic 8 Pro: EU Battery Cut, 200MP Camera and Visit Malaysia 2026 – All the Latest (13 Nov 2025)

Honor’s Magic 8 Pro will ship in Europe with a 6,270mAh battery, about 13% smaller than the Chinese model’s 7,200mAh cell, according to new reports. Charging speeds are also reduced for Europe, with 100W wired charging instead of China’s 120W. The phone’s 200MP “Ultra Night” camera has been selected as the official photography equipment for Visit Malaysia 2026.

November 13, 2025

Cybersecurity·News·Social Media·Technology

X Login Outage: Security Key Switch to X.com Locks Out Users as Twitter.com Finally Dies (November 13, 2025)

Millions of X users were locked out of their accounts November 12–13 after a glitch in the platform’s two-factor authentication process, triggered by a domain switch from twitter.com to x.com. Many encountered repeated prompts to re-enroll security keys like YubiKeys, with some unable to regain access even after following instructions. X has not issued a detailed public statement. Partial recovery is reported, but problems persist.

November 13, 2025

Apple·Digital Wallets·News·Technology

Apple Digital ID Launches: How to Add Your U.S. Passport to Apple Wallet and Use It at TSA (November 13, 2025)

Apple’s Digital ID feature launched November 13, 2025, allowing U.S. iPhone and Apple Watch users to store a passport-based ID in Apple Wallet for TSA checks at over 250 domestic airports. The system is accepted only for domestic flights and does not replace a physical passport for international travel or legal purposes. A valid U.S. passport is required to set up the digital ID.

November 13, 2025

Android·Mobile Apps·News·Technology

Android Sideloading Lives On: Google Plans New ‘Experienced User’ Flow for Unverified Apps

Google will require developer verification for all Android apps, including sideloaded ones, starting next year. In response to criticism, it will add an “advanced flow” for experienced users to install unverified apps after extra warnings, and a student/hobbyist account type for small-scale distribution. Early access to the new system is rolling out now. The broader crackdown on unverified sideloading begins in 2026.

November 13, 2025

Innovation·News·Technology

Technology News 13.11.2025

Jayud Global Logistics won an international air freight contract with vivo Mobile, covering logistics for vivo’s global smartphone operations. Taiwan ranked first in Asia and seventh worldwide for internet freedom in Freedom House’s 2025 report. Tesla’s updated Model Y drew mixed reviews for its AI features and Full Self-Driving, but remains a benchmark among compact EV SUVs.

November 13, 2025

Android·News·Technology

Android 16 QPR1 source code finally lands on AOSP after weeks‑long delay — what’s new, why it was held back, and how to sync (Nov 12, 2025)

Google published the full Android 16 QPR1 source to AOSP today, ending a two-month delay since the update reached Pixel devices. The release allows developers to audit new features like Material 3 Expressive and expanded Desktop Mode. Major custom ROM projects can now rebase and test QPR1 builds. The timing follows the November 2025 Pixel Feature Drop.

November 12, 2025

Android·News·Technology

Android Widgets Today (Nov 12, 2025): Pixel VIPs Widget Upgrade, Play Store Battery Warnings, and 2 Must‑Install Widgets

Google’s November Pixel Feature Drop adds priority notifications for VIP contacts and a crisis badge to the Contacts widget. The update also introduces AI notification summaries, photo editing in Messages, and a power-saving mode for Maps. Separately, Google will begin flagging and penalizing Android apps that drain battery with excessive wake locks, starting March 2026.

November 12, 2025

Android·News·Technology

Qualcomm is reportedly testing Android 16 on Snapdragon X PCs — What ‘Android PCs’ could look like next year (Nov 12, 2025)

Qualcomm has added Android 16 support for its Snapdragon X laptop chips, according to code spotted by multiple outlets. References to the internal codename “Purwa,” tied to first-gen Snapdragon X parts, appear in Android 16’s private code. Google and Qualcomm previously said desktop-class Android PCs are expected next year, but the leak does not indicate any product launch or release date.

November 12, 2025

Apple·Mobile·News·Technology

iPhone 18 on Nov. 12, 2025: Apple tipped to drop two‑tone back, test punch‑hole + under‑display Face ID, and reshuffle the 2026 lineup

Apple has delayed the iPhone Air 2 to spring 2027, shifting focus to the iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and a possible foldable model for fall 2026, according to The Verge and Reuters. The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature a more uniform rear finish due to a new glass process. Some reports suggest the 2026 Pro model may have a smaller front camera cutout, with an all-screen design rumored for 2027.

November 12, 2025

AI·Mobile·News·Technology

Google’s November 2025 Pixel Feature Drop: AI Notification Summaries, Maps Power Saving, ‘Remix’ in Messages, Scam Alerts & More (Nov 12, 2025)

Google’s latest Pixel Feature Drop begins rolling out this week, adding AI Notification Summaries to Pixel 9 and newer (excluding 9a), a Maps Power Saving mode on Pixel 10 series, and new “Remix” photo tools in Messages for select English-speaking countries. Scam Detection expands to more regions and devices, while Google Photos and Contacts receive new editing and notification features. Rollout continues through December.

November 12, 2025