News 26 January 2026

Apple’s new AirTag goes louder and longer-range — and the price stays $29
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Apple’s new AirTag goes louder and longer-range — and the price stays $29

Apple unveiled a new AirTag with a 50% louder speaker and extended Bluetooth and Precision Finding range, priced at $29. Precision Finding now works on newer Apple Watch models. The tracker supports temporary location sharing with airlines and remains compatible with existing accessories. Online orders opened Monday; retail availability starts later this week.
January 26, 2026
EU launches fresh X probe after Grok sexual deepfake outcry, widens algorithm case
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EU launches fresh X probe after Grok sexual deepfake outcry, widens algorithm case

The European Commission has launched a formal Digital Services Act probe into X, focusing on Grok’s image tools and the spread of illegal sexual deepfakes. Regulators also expanded a separate investigation into X’s recommender algorithms. X says it has restricted image editing and location tracking, but the Commission warns new risks persist. No deadline has been set for the case.
January 26, 2026
IonQ to buy SkyWater for $1.8 billion to bring quantum chipmaking in-house
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IonQ to buy SkyWater for $1.8 billion to bring quantum chipmaking in-house

IonQ will acquire SkyWater Technology in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $1.8 billion, giving SkyWater shareholders $35 per share. IonQ aims to use the foundry to accelerate development of quantum processors, targeting 200,000-qubit systems by 2028. SkyWater will operate as a subsidiary and keep its name. IonQ raised its 2025 revenue forecast following the announcement.
January 26, 2026
SpaceX GPS III-9 launch set for late Monday after Space Force swaps out ULA’s Vulcan
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SpaceX GPS III-9 launch set for late Monday after Space Force swaps out ULA’s Vulcan

SpaceX plans to launch the U.S. Space Force’s GPS III-9 satellite late Monday from Cape Canaveral after the military reassigned the mission from ULA’s Vulcan rocket. Liftoff is set for 11:42 p.m. EST, with weather and booster recovery conditions still uncertain. The Falcon 9 booster will attempt a droneship landing in the Atlantic. Lockheed Martin built the satellite, the ninth in the GPS III series.
January 26, 2026
Windows 11 January 2026 update chaos: Microsoft probes boot failures as emergency fixes pile up
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Windows 11 January 2026 update chaos: Microsoft probes boot failures as emergency fixes pile up

Microsoft is investigating Windows 11 boot failures tied to January security updates, with some users seeing “UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME” errors. Affected devices may need manual recovery, though virtual machines appear unaffected. On Jan. 24, Microsoft released patch KB5078127 to fix cloud storage and Outlook hangs. The company has not identified the root cause of the boot issues.
January 26, 2026
Drugmakers say AI is shaving weeks off clinical trials and regulatory submissions
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Drugmakers say AI is shaving weeks off clinical trials and regulatory submissions

Novartis said AI reduced trial site selection for a 14,000-person Leqvio study to a two-hour meeting. Drugmakers report AI is cutting weeks from clinical trial logistics and regulatory paperwork. AstraZeneca and others still face challenges managing thousands of regulatory documents. Analysts say it may take one to three years before investors see the full impact on drug development timelines.
January 26, 2026
Sony LinkBuds Clip reviews land: comfort praised, but $230 price draws heat

Sony LinkBuds Clip reviews land: comfort praised, but $230 price draws heat

Sony’s new LinkBuds Clip open-ear earbuds are earning praise for comfort and call quality but face criticism over missing features at a $229.99 price. Early reviews cite the lack of wireless charging, LDAC support, and audio sharing. Competing models from Bose and Shokz offer similar designs, with Bose’s Ultra Open Earbuds priced at $299. Reviewers note wind noise and lighter bass as trade-offs for the open-ear style.
January 26, 2026
Doomscrolling in 2026? Minimalist Android apps and digital detox tips are back

Doomscrolling in 2026? Minimalist Android apps and digital detox tips are back

Two new guides this week are promoting simpler phones and curated apps to combat digital fatigue and “doomscrolling.” In China, unplugging groups on Douban have reached nearly 40,000 members as young people test analog routines. A Columbia study found “addictive use,” not just screen time, links more closely to mental health. Writers now focus on triggers and patterns, not hours online.
January 26, 2026
Got a new Apple Watch? Change these 7 settings now — including health alerts that start off disabled
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Got a new Apple Watch? Change these 7 settings now — including health alerts that start off disabled

A Tom’s Guide contributor urged Apple Watch users to adjust key settings, including notification controls and health features like hypertension and sleep apnea detection. Apple’s latest guidance details how to manage alerts and customize display options. Global wearable shipments rose 13% in Q1 2025, with Xiaomi overtaking Apple as top vendor, according to Omdia.
January 26, 2026
Chrome and Safari users warned: ‘rn’ lookalike links fuel a fresh phishing wave
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Chrome and Safari users warned: ‘rn’ lookalike links fuel a fresh phishing wave

Phishing campaigns are using “rn” to mimic the letter “m” in web addresses, targeting users of Chrome and Safari on mobile devices. Netcraft and other security firms have identified fake domains like rnicrosoft.com and rnarriottinternational.com in recent attacks. Experts urge users not to log in via emailed links and to use official apps or manually entered URLs. Attackers exploit small screens and quick decisions to steal credentials.
January 26, 2026
iOS 26 driving you crazy? The quick Safari, Phone and Music fixes iPhone users are trying
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iOS 26 driving you crazy? The quick Safari, Phone and Music fixes iPhone users are trying

After iOS 26’s redesign, user guides detail how to restore classic Safari and Phone layouts and disable new features like Apple Music’s AutoMix and Messages chat backgrounds. Complaints have surged over hidden controls and default settings, prompting many to adjust preferences. The update also adds a Preview app for PDFs and a new sleep score. Apple launched iOS 26 last year with a translucent interface and deeper AI integration.
January 26, 2026
iPhone 18 Pro leak says Dynamic Island could shrink 35% — and Face ID may move under the screen
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iPhone 18 Pro leak says Dynamic Island could shrink 35% — and Face ID may move under the screen

Leaks indicate the iPhone 18 Pro will have a slimmer Dynamic Island cutout, enabled by new OLED panels and Face ID sensors hidden under the display. Apple shares dipped 0.2% in premarket trading. Supply-chain sources say Samsung Display and LG Display will supply the upgraded screens, possibly excluding China’s BOE. The redesigned cutout could shrink to about 13.5 mm, down from 20.8 mm on the iPhone 17 Pro.
January 26, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Release Date Leak: Feb 25 Unpacked, March 11 Sales — What We Know
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Release Date Leak: Feb 25 Unpacked, March 11 Sales — What We Know

Samsung will reportedly unveil the Galaxy S26 series at an Unpacked event on February 25, with South Korean sales starting March 11, according to leaker Ice Universe. Leaks suggest U.S. pricing will match last year’s models, starting at $799 for the base S26. Rumored features include an AI “Privacy Display” and Qi2 wireless charging. Samsung has not confirmed the event or details.
January 26, 2026
Will AI Kill the Smartphone? OpenAI, Meta and Amazon Fuel a New Gadget Threat
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Will AI Kill the Smartphone? OpenAI, Meta and Amazon Fuel a New Gadget Threat

Global smartphone shipments are projected to fall about 6% this year, with no rebound expected in 2027, according to Counterpoint’s Yang Wang. The Economist reports Apple and Android face new competition from AI-first devices backed by OpenAI, Meta, and Amazon. Rising chip prices and manufacturing bottlenecks are squeezing phone makers. OpenAI plans to launch a device in the second half of 2026.
January 26, 2026
Fritz-Kola Says “No Price Hike” as Regenerative Sugar Beet Pilot Cuts CO2 — FritzBox Maker Faces Fibre Shift
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Fritz-Kola Says “No Price Hike” as Regenerative Sugar Beet Pilot Cuts CO2 — FritzBox Maker Faces Fibre Shift

fritz-kola said it will not raise prices as it shifts some sugar sourcing to regenerative farming, after a pilot project cut emissions by 1,534 tonnes of CO2 and yielded 1,449 tonnes of sugar. CEO Mirco Wolf Wiegert said climate measures are already included in pricing, despite higher costs for growers. The company partnered with start-up Klim and six German farms for the project.
January 26, 2026
DPD driver removed after doorbell video shows ‘fake’ iPhone delivery in Rochdale

DPD driver removed after doorbell video shows ‘fake’ iPhone delivery in Rochdale

DPD suspended a delivery driver after home security footage showed him leaving with a £1,264 iPhone instead of delivering it, despite logging a delivery photo. The customer, Samuel Taylor, reported the incident to Greater Manchester Police. Giffgaff called the delivery proof invalid and refunded Taylor’s deposit. DPD has not said if the phone was recovered.
January 26, 2026
Technology News 26.01.2026
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Technology News 26.01.2026

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Sunday morning triggered loud sonic booms across California’s Central Coast as it carried 25 Starlink satellites. BraX Technologies announced the open_slate, a privacy-focused 12-inch tablet running de-Googled Android and Ubuntu, with crowdfunding set for February and shipping in August. Owlchemy Labs’ Job Simulator surpassed 6 million installs, boosted by bundles and VR platform expansions.
January 26, 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • FTSE 100 and European Markets Rise on Diplomatic Optimism
    May 25, 2026, 6:37 AM EDT. European stocks, including the FTSE 100, advanced amid growing diplomatic optimism. Investors were encouraged by signs of easing geopolitical tensions, boosting risk appetite across major European indices. This positive sentiment supported gains in key sectors and lifted overall market performance. Traders remain watchful for further diplomatic developments that could influence market direction. The FTSE 100's rise reflects a broader European recovery mood, as geopolitical factors play a significant role in shaping investment flows in the region.