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Technology News 24.12.2025
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Technology News 24.12.2025

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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

Published: December 23, 2025Want to use Android-only apps on a bigger screen? Here are the best ways to run Android apps on Windows 11 and macOS in late 2025—official tools, emulators, and fast screen mirroring. If you’ve ever opened your laptop, reached for a specific app, and realized it only exists on Android, you’re not alone. In 2025, plenty of everyday essentials—scanner utilities, niche finance tools, fitness dashboards, regional services, and even some messaging companions—still prioritize mobile first.
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

December 23, 2025 — A new smartphone concept called Pixel Duo is making the rounds across tech sites today, and it’s built around a simple idea that feels oddly refreshing in 2025: stop trying to make one screen do everything. Instead, the design places two very different displays on the front—a small, fast 120Hz IPS screen for color and motion, and a larger E‑Ink panel for reading and low-power, low-distraction use. Gizmochina+2Báo và Phát thanh, Truyền hình Nghệ An+2 It’s important to be clear up front: this is not an official Google Pixel product. Multiple reports describe Pixel Duo as a concept with no announced plan for commercial release—but the “what if” is compelling enough that it’s spreading quickly across
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)

A surprise European retail listing hints at the unannounced Oppo Reno 15 FS 5G, while Oppo’s latest teasers spotlight a durability-first Reno 15 lineup — including the new compact Reno 15 Pro Mini. Oppo’s Reno 15 story just took an unexpected turn in Europe — and it’s happening at the same time the company is leaning hard into a new design-and-durability narrative for the Reno 15 family.
December 23, 2025
iPhone Fold Rumors Today: Apple’s Crease‑Free Display Push Is Still in Flux as Samsung Preps a 4:3 “Wide Fold” Rival
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iPhone Fold Rumors Today: Apple’s Crease‑Free Display Push Is Still in Flux as Samsung Preps a 4:3 “Wide Fold” Rival

Fresh leaks suggest Apple is still testing uneven‑thickness ultra‑thin glass to minimize the iPhone Fold’s crease, while new CAD details hint at a shorter, wider design—and Samsung is rumored to counter with a similar 4:3 “Wide Fold” in 2026. Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone is back in the spotlight today, with multiple reports converging on two big themes: Apple is still wrestling with the hardest part of foldables—the display crease—and the device may adopt a wider, iPad-like shape that rivals are already preparing to copy. The Verge+39to5Mac+3Creative Bloq+3
December 23, 2025
iOS 26.3 Release Date: Likely Jan. 26, as the EU Gets AirPods‑Style Pairing for Third‑Party Earbuds
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iOS 26.3 Release Date: Likely Jan. 26, as the EU Gets AirPods‑Style Pairing for Third‑Party Earbuds

Updated: December 23, 2025 — Apple’s next iPhone software update, iOS 26.3, is already in beta and is shaping up to be the first notable iOS release of 2026. Reports point to a familiar late‑January launch window, while a separate story is unfolding in Europe: iPhone users in the EU may soon be able to pair non‑Apple earbuds and smartwatches with an AirPods‑style, one‑tap setup, driven by the bloc’s Digital Markets Act. 9to5Mac+1 Apple hasn’t announced an official iOS 26.3 launch date, but the best predictor is its own track record. Coverage tracking the last several iOS “x.3” releases shows they landed on Mondays in late January, following a near‑identical calendar pattern year‑to‑year—pointing to January 26, 2026 as the likeliest
December 23, 2025
Technology News 23.12.2025
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Technology News 23.12.2025

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: December 24, 2025, 12:00 AM EST IO Interactive Delays 007: First Light to May 2026 for Polishing December 23, 2025, 11:56 PM EST. IO Interactive has delayed the James Bond game 007: First Light by two months, moving the release from March 27, 2026 to May 27, 2026. In a social-post statement, the studio said the extra time will allow them to polish and refine the experience and deliver the strongest possible launch version. The title was previewed during PlayStation's 2025 State of Play, with Patrick Gibson voicing 007 and supporting cast including Lennie James, Priyanga
December 23, 2025
Google Pixel Camera Shake Bug Hits Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1: 50MP Mode Reportedly Broken on Some Phones (Dec 22, 2025)
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Google Pixel Camera Shake Bug Hits Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1: 50MP Mode Reportedly Broken on Some Phones (Dec 22, 2025)

Pixel users on Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 report severe camera vibration and autofocus “pumping,” especially in 50MP mode. Here’s what’s happening, which devices are affected, and what you can do right now. Google Pixel owners testing Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 are sounding the alarm over a frustrating camera issue: the camera preview shakes, autofocus “hunts” nonstop, and the phone can even vibrate in your hand—making high‑resolution shots unusable for some people. Multiple reports say the problem is most obvious when switching into 50MP photo modes, while the standard 12MP mode often remains workable. Gizmochina+2CHIP+2
December 22, 2025
Foldable iPhone Rumors Heat Up as Apple Faces Fresh Regulation Pressure: What AAPL Investors Need to Know (Dec. 22, 2025)
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Foldable iPhone Rumors Heat Up as Apple Faces Fresh Regulation Pressure: What AAPL Investors Need to Know (Dec. 22, 2025)

Apple’s foldable iPhone narrative is gaining momentum again—but Dec. 22 headlines on App Store regulation in Italy and China operations add new risks for AAPL investors. Apple’s next “big thing” is back in the spotlight: a foldable iPhone that—if it arrives as widely expected—could kick off a new upgrade cycle and give Wall Street a fresh growth story to model. But today’s news flow isn’t only about product hype. Two separate developments out of Europe and China underline the non-product risks that still shape Apple’s outlook: regulators are escalating scrutiny of App Store practices, and China remains central to both sales and operations.
December 22, 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 viral post claims a Google service center in Delhi blamed a Pixel’s swollen battery on a Samsung charger. Here’s what’s known, what Google’s own charging guidance says, and how to stay safe. A new controversy around Google Pixel battery swelling is spreading today after a social media post alleged that a Google service center in Delhi told a customer her Pixel’s bulging battery was caused by using a Samsung charger. The claim has sparked a wave of debate over USB‑C charging compatibility, how warranty cases are handled at repair counters, and what actually causes lithium batteries to swell. X+2PiunikaWeb+2
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)

A new OnePlus 15R teardown shows an unusually repair-friendly internal layout with an 8.5/10 score, just as the phone goes on sale in India today. Here’s what’s easy to fix, what isn’t, and why the 15R’s durability headlines are getting attention. On December 22, 2025, the OnePlus 15R is suddenly in the spotlight for two reasons buyers don’t usually get at the same time: it’s on sale in India starting today, and a widely shared teardown suggests it’s far easier to repair than most modern phones—a rare win in a world of glued glass backs and fragile flex cables. Gadgets 360+1
December 22, 2025
Technology News 22.12.2025
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Technology News 22.12.2025

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: December 23, 2025, 12:00 AM EST Air Force Shuts Down NIPRGPT, Replacing It with GenAI.mil Across DoD December 22, 2025, 11:38 PM EST. Air Force will shut down NIPRGPT by Dec. 31 to make way for GenAI.mil. Developed by AFRL, NIPRGPT served as an enterprise, non-classified AI tool to rapidly demonstrate value and collect real-world usage data for the Department of the Air Force. In three months it drew over 80,000 Airmen and Guardians; overall use reportedly reached around 700,000 DoD personnel. The rollout sparked debate: the Army blocked the bot over cybersecurity and data governance
December 22, 2025
Technology News 21.12.2025
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Technology News 21.12.2025

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: December 22, 2025, 12:00 AM EST Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold goes on sale in the UAE via Etisalat December 21, 2025, 11:54 PM EST. Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold is now on sale in the United Arab Emirates through Etisalat. The tri-fold flagship, first released in Korea on December 12, is expanding to more markets as Samsung confirms a broader rollout. In the UAE, it's priced at 11,999 AED (about $3,267), a premium compared with Korea. The device is already displayed in Samsung stores, including Dubai Mall, and demand is high as shipments are limited. Online stock
December 21, 2025
Technology News 20.12.2025
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Technology News 20.12.2025

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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’s Moto G Power launches Jan. 8 for $299 with rugged durability and a 5,200mAh battery—here’s how it compares to the $180 Moto G Play. Motorola’s budget-friendly Moto G lineup is heading into 2026 with a very specific message: you don’t need to spend flagship money to get a big screen, long battery life, and—yes—a 3.5mm headphone jack. After Motorola’s North America announcement of the Moto G Power this week, early coverage has focused on two themes: the phone’s durability upgrades and the surprisingly “old-school” choices that still make sense in 2026, like wired audio. Global Blog+1
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

Updated: December 19, 2025 — Japan’s long-anticipated Mobile Software Competition Act is now in full effect, and the first real-world impact is landing on phones. Apple has begun rolling out iOS 26.2 changes in Japan that allow alternative app marketplaces and expanded payment options, while Google is introducing search and browser choice screens and broadening programs that let developers offer billing alternatives. Japan Fair Trade Commission+2Apple+2 The regulatory push is aimed at loosening the grip of dominant mobile platforms on app distribution, default services, and in-app payments—a debate that has already reshaped app ecosystems in Europe and is increasingly spilling into other major markets. Reuters+1
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 is built around two headline features — a 165Hz AMOLED display and a huge 7,400mAh battery — plus Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. Here’s what the latest reviews and hands-ons say about real-world battery life, camera quality, charging, OxygenOS 16, price, and whether it’s worth buying. The OnePlus 15R is shaping up to be one of the most polarizing “almost-flagship” Android phones of late 2025 — not because it’s bad, but because it’s so good at the two things it prioritizes while being conspicuously average in the places people increasingly care about.
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 fixes two exploited WebKit zero-days, but users say iOS 18.7.3 isn’t offered on iPhones that can run iOS 26—forcing an upgrade for security. Apple’s latest iPhone security fixes are colliding with a messy software-update reality: if your iPhone can run iOS 26, but you’re still on iOS 18, you may not be offered the smaller iOS 18.7.3 security update at all—leaving iOS 26.2 as the only path to patch two vulnerabilities Apple says were exploited in an “extremely sophisticated” attack. Six Colors+2Apple Support+2
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

A surprise second December 2025 Pixel update is rolling out to Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 phones. Here’s what it fixes, who gets it, and why updating matters on Dec. 19, 2025. Google is pushing a second, unexpected December 2025 update to select Pixel phones—just weeks after the main December release. The new patch is small, but it targets problems users have been complaining about since the first rollout: faster-than-normal battery drain, intermittent touch failures, and a bug that can block access to locally cached offline content after upgrading to Android 16. 9to5Google+2Verizon+2
December 19, 2025
Technology News 19.12.2025
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Technology News 19.12.2025

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December 19, 2025
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