News 19 December 2025 - 24 December 2025

Lynas Rare Earths Moves as Beijing Delays, ASX Miner Back in Focus
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Lynas Rare Earths Moves as Beijing Delays, ASX Miner Back in Focus

Lynas shares closed at A$17.95 on Friday after a 9.8% drop Thursday. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said China’s rare earth exports are improving, but some export licences remain slow. Prediction markets put the odds of quick rare-earth export relief from Trump-Xi talks below 20%. Lynas recently secured a Pentagon-backed supply deal and a firm annual commitment with Japan.
May 15, 2026
Technology News 24.12.2025

Technology News 24.12.2025

A Weibo leak claims Apple may launch the iPhone Air 2 in fall 2026, contradicting reports of a March 2027 release. Rumored upgrades include a second rear camera, lighter build, vapor chamber cooling, and a larger battery.
December 24, 2025
How to Run Android Apps on Mac and PC in 2025: Phone Link, Google Play Games, Emulators, and scrcpy
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How to Run Android Apps on Mac and PC in 2025: Phone Link, Google Play Games, Emulators, and scrcpy

Microsoft ended support for the Windows Subsystem for Android on March 5, 2025, shifting most users to streaming, emulation, or mirroring to run Android apps on Windows 11 and macOS. Microsoft’s Phone Link and Link to Windows added new features in December, including expanded app windows and improved file sharing. BlueStacks Air and scrcpy released updates for macOS and advanced mirroring.
December 23, 2025
Pixel Duo Concept Phone Brings Two Front Screens to Smartphones: 120Hz IPS Meets a Big E‑Ink Panel
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Pixel Duo Concept Phone Brings Two Front Screens to Smartphones: 120Hz IPS Meets a Big E‑Ink Panel

A concept phone called Pixel Duo, not affiliated with Google, drew attention on December 23, 2025, for its dual front displays: a 3.5-inch 120Hz IPS screen and a 5.2-inch E-Ink panel. Reports say the design aims to reduce battery drain and eye strain by splitting tasks between the two screens. No commercial release is planned, but coverage has spread internationally.
December 23, 2025
Oppo Reno 15 FS 5G Listed in Europe as Reno 15 Pro Mini Gets Official Tease — Specs, Price, Launch Updates (Dec 23, 2025)
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Oppo Reno 15 FS 5G Listed in Europe as Reno 15 Pro Mini Gets Official Tease — Specs, Price, Launch Updates (Dec 23, 2025)

The unannounced Oppo Reno 15 FS 5G appeared on a European retailer’s site December 23 with a €459.90 price and full specs, including a 6.57-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip, and 512GB storage. Oppo has not confirmed the model. A Reno 15 F 5G variant with 256GB storage is also listed. Oppo teasers separately confirm a compact Reno 15 Pro Mini focused on durability.
December 23, 2025
Technology News 23.12.2025
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Technology News 23.12.2025

IO Interactive has delayed 007: First Light to May 27, 2026, citing the need for further polishing. Nvidia will enforce a 100-hour monthly cap for paid GeForce Now members starting in 2026, requiring extra payment for additional hours. Pre-orders for 007: First Light are open, with a standard edition at $69.99 and a special edition at $299.99.
December 23, 2025
Google Pixel Swollen Battery Report: Delhi Service Center Blames Samsung Charger — What We Know and What Pixel Owners Should Do
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Google Pixel Swollen Battery Report: Delhi Service Center Blames Samsung Charger — What We Know and What Pixel Owners Should Do

A social media post alleges a Google service center in Delhi blamed a Pixel phone’s swollen battery on use of a Samsung charger. The incident has fueled debate over USB-C charger compatibility and warranty support. Google’s official guidance allows third-party USB-C PD chargers, and no official statement has been issued on the reported exchange.
December 22, 2025
OnePlus 15R Teardown Reveals 8.5/10 Repairability as First Sale Begins in India (Dec 22, 2025)
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OnePlus 15R Teardown Reveals 8.5/10 Repairability as First Sale Begins in India (Dec 22, 2025)

The OnePlus 15R went on sale in India today, starting at ₹47,999. A teardown published within the last 24 hours gave the phone an 8.5/10 repairability score, citing modular cameras, standard screws, and easy battery removal. Tom’s Guide reported the device passed an IP69K “dishwasher test.” Comparisons with Samsung and Xiaomi models surfaced as reviews and stress tests spread online.
December 22, 2025
Technology News 22.12.2025
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Technology News 22.12.2025

Vince Zampella, co-creator of Call of Duty, died at 55 in a car crash Sunday on Angeles Crest Highway, Los Angeles County, according to reports. The Air Force will shut down NIPRGPT by Dec. 31, replacing it with GenAI.mil across the Department of Defense. Google plans to expand green card sponsorship for eligible employees in 2026. Apple and Alphabet stocks surged as both companies advance AI integration.
December 22, 2025
Technology News 21.12.2025
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Technology News 21.12.2025

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold is now on sale in the UAE through Etisalat for 11,999 AED ($3,267), with online stock sold out and limited in-store supply. The device, first launched in Korea on December 12, is set to reach the US, Singapore, Taiwan, and China in the coming weeks.
December 21, 2025
Technology News 20.12.2025
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Technology News 20.12.2025

NASA satellites photographed a 10-mile-high wildfire plume over central Saskatchewan in May, forming a rare pyrocumulonimbus thunderstorm. Scientists tracked the event using Landsat 9 and geostationary data. SpaceX confirmed a Starlink satellite partially exploded in orbit, creating debris expected to re-enter next week. Goldman Sachs named Brian Cayne global co-head of software investment banking and opened a $30 billion debt shelf.
December 20, 2025
Moto G Power (2026) vs Moto G Play (2026): Price, Specs, Release Date, and Why the Headphone Jack Still Matters
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Moto G Power (2026) vs Moto G Play (2026): Price, Specs, Release Date, and Why the Headphone Jack Still Matters

Motorola will release the Moto G Power (2026) in the US on January 8 for $299, featuring a 6.8-inch 120Hz display, IP68/IP69 durability, a 5,200mAh battery, and a 50MP main camera. The phone keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack. The lower-priced Moto G Play (2026) sells for around $180. The Moto G Power will be available unlocked and through Verizon at launch.
December 19, 2025
Japan’s New Mobile Software Competition Act Forces Apple and Google Changes: iOS 26.2 Opens Alternative App Stores, New Payments, and Choice Screens
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Japan’s New Mobile Software Competition Act Forces Apple and Google Changes: iOS 26.2 Opens Alternative App Stores, New Payments, and Choice Screens

Apple has begun rolling out iOS 26.2 in Japan, enabling alternative app marketplaces and expanded payment options after the Mobile Software Competition Act took effect December 18. Google is adding search and browser choice screens and expanding billing alternatives. Apple set external payment fees up to 15%, Google up to 20%. The law prohibits blocking third-party payment services and imposes penalties for violations.
December 19, 2025
OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699
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OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699

The OnePlus 15R features a 165Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, and a 7,400mAh battery, with reviewers reporting battery life of two to three days per charge. The phone lacks wireless charging and telephoto camera, with camera performance described as average for its $699 starting price. Charging tops out at 80W with compatible gear, but only 55W with the included charger. US pricing starts at $699 for 12GB/256GB.
December 19, 2025
Apple iOS 26.2 Security Update: Why Some iPhones Can’t Get iOS 18.7.3—and Are Being Pushed to Upgrade
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Apple iOS 26.2 Security Update: Why Some iPhones Can’t Get iOS 18.7.3—and Are Being Pushed to Upgrade

Apple’s iOS 26.2 update patches two WebKit zero-days under active exploitation, but users with iPhones capable of running iOS 26 report they cannot access the iOS 18.7.3 security update. Many are forced to upgrade to iOS 26.2 to receive protection, leaving no minor update option for those wishing to remain on iOS 18. Complaints have surged on Apple’s support forums.
December 19, 2025
Google Pixel Emergency Update (Dec 2025): Second Patch Rolls Out to Fix Battery Drain and Touch Bugs
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Google Pixel Emergency Update (Dec 2025): Second Patch Rolls Out to Fix Battery Drain and Touch Bugs

Google began rolling out a second December 2025 update to Pixel 8, 9, and 10 phones, targeting battery drain, touch failures, and offline content bugs. The patch, about 25–27MB, follows complaints after the main Android 16 QPR2 release. U.S. Verizon users see build BP4A.251205.006.E1, while other regions report different build numbers. Older Pixel models are not included in this update.
December 19, 2025
Technology News 19.12.2025
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Technology News 19.12.2025

Best Buy cut the price of the Galaxy Watch Ultra Titanium White by 50%, now selling for $325. Ars Technica tested AI coding agents on a Minesweeper clone, finding Claude Code built the game faster than OpenAI Codex, with better user experience.
December 19, 2025
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