News 5 November 2025 - 8 November 2025

Notes App Trend 2025 (Nov. 8): Why Your iPhone Notes Became the “Real” Social Network — and How Tech & Brands Are Responding

Notes App Trend 2025 (Nov. 8): Why Your iPhone Notes Became the “Real” Social Network — and How Tech & Brands Are Responding

A Washington Post feature this week prompted people to share the contents of their phone Notes apps, reviving debate about digital authenticity. Apple expanded Notes to the Apple Watch with watchOS 26, while TikTok shut down its Notes app in May. Private journaling apps like Day One and Google’s Pixel Journal are gaining traction. Brands are using mock “Notes app apology” posts in viral marketing campaigns.
November 8, 2025
Bangladesh Bank opens mobile money to non‑bank players: Draft EMI rules and PSO Regulation 2025 released (Nov 8)

Bangladesh Bank opens mobile money to non‑bank players: Draft EMI rules and PSO Regulation 2025 released (Nov 8)

Bangladesh Bank has released draft regulations to allow licensed non-bank firms to issue e-money and strengthen oversight of payment system operators. The proposed rules require higher capital, stricter governance, and daily settlement discipline for operators. Public feedback is open before final approval. Existing providers must reapply for licenses under the new framework.
November 8, 2025
Free “Phone on Us”? New Data Shows Millions Overpay—What to Check on Nov. 8, 2025
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Free “Phone on Us”? New Data Shows Millions Overpay—What to Check on Nov. 8, 2025

A Harris Poll for Consumer Cellular found 27% of U.S. adults accepted a “free” phone without understanding the contract, often locking into multi-year plans. Among Americans 50 and older, 79% have unlimited data or underuse their plans, averaging just over 5GB per month. Local broadcasters, including FOX 2 St. Louis, aired warnings as coverage increased ahead of the weekend.
November 8, 2025
Technology News 08.11.2025
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Technology News 08.11.2025

Rockstar delayed GTA 6 to November 19, 2026, tightening the fall release window and crowding the schedule for major game launches. Marvel’s Wolverine remains set for Fall 2026, though the date could shift. Web Summit opened in Lisbon amid AI market volatility and travel disruptions. Stephen A. Smith was named ambassador for Papaya’s World Solitaire Championship.
November 8, 2025
iPhone Air 2 tipped to add a second 48MP camera as new roadmap pegs Apple’s foldable for 2026 — latest for Nov. 7, 2025
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iPhone Air 2 tipped to add a second 48MP camera as new roadmap pegs Apple’s foldable for 2026 — latest for Nov. 7, 2025

Apple is reportedly testing a dual 48MP rear camera setup for the 2026 iPhone Air, according to a Weibo leak cited by Hindustan Times. JP Morgan supply-chain notes, surfaced by multiple outlets, project a foldable iPhone with dual 24MP selfie cameras and dual 48MP rear cameras for the same year. Naming for the next Air remains unsettled.
November 7, 2025
Nokia demos AI‑powered 6G receiver at Brooklyn 6G Summit, promising 10–25% uplink gains and reuse of existing 5G sites
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Nokia demos AI‑powered 6G receiver at Brooklyn 6G Summit, promising 10–25% uplink gains and reuse of existing 5G sites

Nokia and Rohde & Schwarz unveiled an AI-powered 6G receiver prototype at the Brooklyn 6G Summit, demonstrating uplink distance gains of 10–25% over current receivers. The lab radio operated between 7 and 30 GHz, targeting improved coverage at higher frequencies. Validation used Rohde & Schwarz test equipment. Nokia says the technology could enable 6G rollout on existing 5G sites.
November 7, 2025
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra Hits $899 Record Low — S25+ $150 Off, S25 Edge $600 Off & S24 FE Lowest Price Yet (Nov 7, 2025)
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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra Hits $899 Record Low — S25+ $150 Off, S25 Edge $600 Off & S24 FE Lowest Price Yet (Nov 7, 2025)

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra (256GB) hits a record low of $899.99 in the US and £999 in the UK ahead of Black Friday. The Galaxy S25+ is $150 off at Amazon, now just under $850. Best Buy offers the Galaxy S25 Edge (512GB) open-box for $617.99, over $600 off. Google Pixel Watch 3 drops to $200, and ASUS Vivobook S 15 is $779.50.
November 7, 2025
iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 16/15/14: 9 Big Upgrades, Who Should Go Pro, and Whether It’s Time to Upgrade (Nov. 7, 2025)

iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 16/15/14: 9 Big Upgrades, Who Should Go Pro, and Whether It’s Time to Upgrade (Nov. 7, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 adds a 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display, tougher Ceramic Shield 2 glass, 256GB base storage, and the new A19 chip to its standard model. Battery life reaches up to 30 hours of video playback. All rear cameras now use 48MP sensors, with an 18MP Center Stage front camera. A TechRadar poll shows half of buyers still pick the Pro or Pro Max models.
November 7, 2025
Technology News 07.11.2025
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Technology News 07.11.2025

NVIDIA has not confirmed any plans to purchase Bitcoin, and no credible filings or transaction records support the rumor. CEO Jensen Huang reported strong demand for Blackwell AI chips but said there are no active talks to sell them to China. The creator of AI actor Tilly Norwood plans to launch 40 more AI characters, drawing criticism from industry figures and SAG-AFTRA.
November 7, 2025
Google Won’t Fix Pixel 9 & Pixel 10 Speakerphone Bug, Frustrating Users

Google Won’t Fix Pixel 9 & Pixel 10 Speakerphone Bug, Frustrating Users

Google has labeled a persistent speakerphone bug on Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 phones as “Won’t Fix (Infeasible),” citing lack of diagnostic data. The glitch, which began after a May 2025 Phone app update, causes severe lag or failure when toggling speaker mode during calls. Users report the problem on both stable and beta Android 16 builds. Google closed its official issue tracker in late October, directing users to submit new reports.
November 6, 2025
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Debuts at €249 Amid Bloatware Backlash and Quick Reversal
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Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Debuts at €249 Amid Bloatware Backlash and Quick Reversal

Nothing launched its budget Phone (3a) Lite at €249, featuring a transparent design and 120 Hz display. Fans criticized the device for pre-installed apps, calling it bloatware and sparking backlash. Nothing responded by promising a software update to allow removal of these apps. The move came days after launch following widespread complaints.
November 6, 2025
Technology News 06.11.2025
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Technology News 06.11.2025

Apple Maps is rerouting drivers around the Dallas Marathon weeks before the event, adding unnecessary time to trips, according to WFAA tests. Competing apps Waze and Google Maps show faster routes. The marathon is set for December 14. Apple has not provided a timeline for a fix.
November 6, 2025
RedMagic 11 Pro: The Gaming Phone That Puts Water in Its Veins (First Liquid-Cooled Smartphone Stuns Tech World)
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RedMagic 11 Pro: The Gaming Phone That Puts Water in Its Veins (First Liquid-Cooled Smartphone Stuns Tech World)

The RedMagic 11 Pro is the first smartphone with a visible active liquid cooling loop, circulating blue coolant through a transparent rear tube. Its triple cooling system—liquid loop, 24,000 RPM fan, and record-size vapor chamber—kept surface temps near 56°C and delivered about 80% sustained performance in 3DMark stress tests. YouTuber JerryRigEverything called it “the most powerful phone on the planet” after durability and burn tests.
November 5, 2025
Apple Watch’s Hidden Lifesaver: All the Safety Features That Could Save Your Life
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Apple Watch’s Hidden Lifesaver: All the Safety Features That Could Save Your Life

Apple Watch’s new Check In feature now alerts contacts if you don’t reach your destination or finish an activity as expected. Emergency SOS and Crash Detection can automatically call emergency services and share your location after a fall or car accident. Medical ID displays health details for first responders on the lock screen. Fall Detection is enabled by default for users 55 and older.
November 5, 2025
OpenAI’s Sora: Viral AI Video App Arrives on Android Amid Excitement and Controversy
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OpenAI’s Sora: Viral AI Video App Arrives on Android Amid Excitement and Controversy

OpenAI’s Sora app, which generates short videos from text prompts, has launched on Android in the US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, following a viral iPhone debut. The app’s “cameo” tool lets users insert themselves or public figures into AI videos, raising legal and copyright concerns. Japanese studios and the government have demanded OpenAI stop using copyrighted anime. The company faces a lawsuit over the “Cameo” feature name.
November 5, 2025
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