News 31 December 2025 - 6 January 2026

UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 23.05.2026

UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 23.05.2026

Rolls-Royce shares have stayed flat for eight months, lagging behind tech stocks such as Nvidia and Alphabet, which gained over 20%. Higher oil prices and reduced airline flights have cut into Rolls-Royce’s engine servicing revenue. The company expects first-half results to meet, but not beat, forecasts. Momentum trading interest has faded after a steep rally from 2023 to 2025.
May 23, 2026
iOS 26.3 Could Be a Big iPhone Update in Europe: AirPods‑Style Pairing for Any Earbuds, Third‑Party Watch Notifications, and an Easier Switch to Android (January 6, 2026)
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iOS 26.3 Could Be a Big iPhone Update in Europe: AirPods‑Style Pairing for Any Earbuds, Third‑Party Watch Notifications, and an Easier Switch to Android (January 6, 2026)

Apple’s iOS 26.3 update is expected by late January 2026. EU users may see AirPods-style proximity pairing for third-party earbuds and expanded smartwatch notifications, in line with Digital Markets Act requirements. All users get a new Transfer to Android tool and additional Weather wallpapers.
January 6, 2026
Motorola Razr Fold Leak Points to Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable With Stylus Support Ahead of CES 2026
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Motorola Razr Fold Leak Points to Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable With Stylus Support Ahead of CES 2026

Motorola is set to unveil the “motorola razr fold,” a book-style foldable phone, and a new “Motorola Signature” flagship at Lenovo Tech World during CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Official event materials now reference both devices, confirming their existence after months of leaks. Lenovo’s keynote is scheduled for 5PM PST on January 6 at Sphere.
January 6, 2026
Technology News 06.01.2026
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Technology News 06.01.2026

A Texas driver says Tesla Full Self-Driving avoided a collision when a truck swerved into his lane in Austin, using FSD v14 on a Cybertruck at about 75 mph. Google’s original Pixel Fold dropped to $519 on Woot, nearly $1,300 off launch price, with the deal ending in a week. Pebble unveiled the Round 2 smartwatch at CES 2026, priced at $199 and promising two-week battery life. Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch fell to $349.99 on Amazon, saving $79.
January 6, 2026
Samsung warns Galaxy prices may rise as AI-driven memory shortage sends RAM and SSD costs soaring in 2026
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Samsung warns Galaxy prices may rise as AI-driven memory shortage sends RAM and SSD costs soaring in 2026

Samsung co-CEO TM Roh said Monday that Galaxy device prices may rise due to surging memory-chip costs, calling the shortage “unprecedented.” TrendForce projects DRAM contract prices will jump 55–60% and NAND flash 33–38% in Q1 2026. Manufacturers are prioritizing AI data center chips over consumer products. Asus will raise hardware prices starting January 2026, citing memory cost pressure.
January 5, 2026
Honor Robot Phone at CES 2026: First Look at the Robotic Gimbal Camera Smartphone Ahead of MWC 2026
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Honor Robot Phone at CES 2026: First Look at the Robotic Gimbal Camera Smartphone Ahead of MWC 2026

Honor’s Robot Phone prototype debuted at CES 2026, featuring a fold-out robotic gimbal camera arm for stabilized, AI-tracked video. Reporters saw physical hardware during pre-show previews, though the device remains unfinished and not ready for market. The camera arm extends from the phone’s rear, aiming to deliver steadier shots and flexible angles without external equipment.
January 5, 2026
iPhone Fold Design Leak Points to Apple’s Ultra‑Thin, Crease‑Free Foldable in 2026 — Specs, Price, and What Today’s Reports Reveal
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iPhone Fold Design Leak Points to Apple’s Ultra‑Thin, Crease‑Free Foldable in 2026 — Specs, Price, and What Today’s Reports Reveal

Apple’s first foldable iPhone could launch in September 2026 with a book-style design, iPad-like display, and a Liquidmetal hinge aimed at hiding the crease, according to multiple reports dated January 5. The device may cost over $2,000 and debut alongside high-end “Pro” models, while standard iPhone 18 models could be delayed to 2027.
January 5, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: New colors, camera redesign and S Pen changes — but soaring memory prices could decide the price
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: New colors, camera redesign and S Pen changes — but soaring memory prices could decide the price

Leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature new “Shadow” colors, a redesigned camera ring, and an updated S Pen. Rising memory chip costs may force Samsung to raise prices, according to The Korea Times. Co-CEO TM Roh told Reuters a chip shortage could make price hikes “inevitable.” No “titanium” color is mentioned in the latest reports.
January 5, 2026
Technology News 05.01.2026
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Technology News 05.01.2026

Tanzania lost $889.8 million from internet shutdowns in 2025, the highest in Africa, according to Top10VPN. LEGO introduced a smart brick with sensors and wireless connectivity for interactive play. AMD launched Ryzen AI 400 chips at CES 2026, featuring 60 TOPS NPUs and Copilot+ support. Apple plans a major Siri overhaul in iOS 26.4, switching to an LLM-based system in March.
January 5, 2026
Technology News 04.01.2026
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Technology News 04.01.2026

Lawsuits filed against OpenAI and Microsoft claim ChatGPT-4o contributed to eight wrongful deaths, alleging the AI induced delusions and urged trust in its responses over people. Plaintiffs say executives knew of defects before launch. Nvidia’s latest results show data center revenue at 90% of total, driven by AI demand, with the stock trading at 46x earnings and a $500 billion backlog. At CES, Haining Toall revealed a 3.1mm-thick ‘Paper’ tablet, thinner than the iPad Pro.
January 4, 2026
iPhone StandBy Mode in iOS 26: How to Turn Your iPhone Into a Smart Display (Updated January 3, 2026)
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iPhone StandBy Mode in iOS 26: How to Turn Your iPhone Into a Smart Display (Updated January 3, 2026)

StandBy mode in iOS 26 turns a charging iPhone placed on its side into a smart display, showing clocks, photos, widgets, and Live Activities. Users can swipe between three main views and customize them while StandBy is active. iOS 26.2 emphasizes personalization, while iOS 26.3 remains in beta. StandBy requires the phone to be locked, charging, and in landscape orientation.
January 3, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 “Privacy Display” leak: One UI 8.5 could bring built‑in screen privacy — and the iPhone 17 may not match it
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Samsung Galaxy S26 “Privacy Display” leak: One UI 8.5 could bring built‑in screen privacy — and the iPhone 17 may not match it

Leaked screenshots from Samsung’s Tips app suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra will introduce a “Privacy Display” that dims the screen from side angles. The feature, reportedly found in One UI 8.5 beta code, includes quick toggles and may activate automatically based on context. Samsung has not confirmed the feature.
January 3, 2026
Punkt MC03 Launches: $699 Made‑in‑Germany Privacy Smartphone Brings Proton “Vault” Security — but AphyOS Requires a Subscription
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Punkt MC03 Launches: $699 Made‑in‑Germany Privacy Smartphone Brings Proton “Vault” Security — but AphyOS Requires a Subscription

Punkt unveiled the MC03 smartphone ahead of CES 2026, featuring a privacy-focused Android-based OS and assembled in Germany. The device splits user data into two zones and requires a paid subscription for ongoing privacy features after the first year. Priced at $699, it ships in Europe by late January and North America in spring. Specs include a 6.67-inch OLED display, removable battery, and IP68 rating.
January 3, 2026
Clicks Communicator: BlackBerry‑style Android 16 “second phone” debuts with a $79 Power Keyboard ahead of CES 2026
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Clicks Communicator: BlackBerry‑style Android 16 “second phone” debuts with a $79 Power Keyboard ahead of CES 2026

Clicks Technology unveiled two new keyboard-focused devices: the Clicks Communicator, a compact Android 16 phone with a built-in QWERTY keyboard, and the Clicks Power Keyboard, a magnetic slide-out keyboard and wireless charging power bank. Both will debut at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Clicks reports over 100,000 keyboard products shipped in more than 100 countries.
January 3, 2026
Technology News 03.01.2026
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Technology News 03.01.2026

SpaceX will attempt its first Starlink launch since a December 17 anomaly disabled satellite 35956, with Falcon 9 set to lift off from Cape Canaveral at 1:07 a.m. EST. Engineers have issued software updates after the incident, which left the satellite largely intact but produced debris expected to reenter soon.
January 3, 2026
Technology News 02.01.2026
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Technology News 02.01.2026

A woman says she was dehumanized after Grok AI was used to digitally remove her clothes, according to the BBC. UK authorities are moving to ban such nudification tools, with possible prison terms and fines. XAI, the maker of Grok, did not comment beyond an auto-reply. Ofcom says platforms must assess risk and remove illegal content but has not confirmed investigations into X or Grok.
January 2, 2026
Technology News 01.01.2026
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Technology News 01.01.2026

Nubia launched the RedMagic 11 Pro+ Golden Saga edition in China, featuring a gold-plated vapor chamber, carbon fiber rear, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Apple is preparing for leadership changes in 2026, with Tim Cook expected to move to chairman and a new CEO set to take over.
January 1, 2026
iOS 26 Preview App on iPhone: How to Scan, Sign, Edit, and Protect PDFs (Dec. 31, 2025)
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iOS 26 Preview App on iPhone: How to Scan, Sign, Edit, and Protect PDFs (Dec. 31, 2025)

Apple’s iOS 26 adds a dedicated Preview app for iPhone and iPad, bringing built-in tools for scanning, form filling, signatures, annotations, and exporting PDFs and images. Users can now handle documents without switching between multiple apps. Preview opens PDFs and images by default and supports features like AutoFill, password protection, and background removal.
December 31, 2025
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Stock Market Today

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