News 9 February 2026 - 10 February 2026

Walmart stock price today: WMT rallies on Barclays target hike, then cools after hours
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Walmart stock price today: WMT rallies on Barclays target hike, then cools after hours

Walmart shares closed up 1.2% at $127.26 Tuesday after Barclays raised its price target to $132, then slipped 0.4% in after-hours trading. The move followed a quarterly report showing $190.7 billion in revenue and 24% global e-commerce growth. Investors are watching defensive retail stocks as consumer confidence rises but job market signals soften. Walmart forecast fiscal 2027 net sales growth of 3.5% to 4.5%.
February 25, 2026
Rivian’s Apple Watch app for R1 EVs nears launch with digital key, climate and charging controls
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Rivian’s Apple Watch app for R1 EVs nears launch with digital key, climate and charging controls

Rivian is developing an Apple Watch app to let drivers lock, unlock, adjust climate, and set charging targets from their wrist, with support for R1 models dating back to 2021. The app will require Rivian’s iOS app version 3.9, which is not yet available. The same update is expected to add clearer cold-weather range prompts and drive-mode tweaks.
February 10, 2026
iOS 27 may focus on bug fixes over features as Apple readies chatbot Siri
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iOS 27 may focus on bug fixes over features as Apple readies chatbot Siri

Apple’s iOS 27 will focus on performance improvements and bug fixes, with few new features, according to Bloomberg. A chatbot-style Siri powered by Google’s Gemini AI remains the main update. The Liquid Glass design will stay, though Apple plans refinements after user complaints. Developer beta of iOS 26.4 is expected the week of Feb. 23, with WWDC likely in early June.
February 10, 2026
Samsung mulls variable‑aperture camera comeback as iPhone 18 Pro upgrade report stirs Galaxy plans
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Samsung mulls variable‑aperture camera comeback as iPhone 18 Pro upgrade report stirs Galaxy plans

Samsung has asked camera module suppliers, including Samsung Electro-Mechanics and MCNEX, to develop variable-aperture parts for future Galaxy phones, ETNews reported Tuesday. The technology is in early testing and not yet approved for production. Apple is expected to add variable aperture to iPhone 18 Pro models later this year. Samsung last used the feature in the Galaxy S10 before dropping it over cost and thickness concerns.
February 10, 2026
Rugged HMD Terra M Goes Live in Europe as HMD Secure Targets Frontline Teams
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Rugged HMD Terra M Goes Live in Europe as HMD Secure Targets Frontline Teams

HMD Secure launched its rugged Terra M handset in select European markets on Feb. 10, targeting frontline workers and critical services. The device features push-to-talk, fleet controls, and remote management, with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H ratings. HMD did not disclose pricing or specify which countries are included. Connectivity and management services are provided through partners.
February 10, 2026
Google’s February 2026 Android system update adds Wallet ID Pass support and tightens Play Store rules
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Google’s February 2026 Android system update adds Wallet ID Pass support and tightens Play Store rules

Google posted February release notes for Android system services, adding transit display controls to Maps and expanding passport support for Wallet’s ID Pass. Play Store v50.1 drops content publication for outdated Engage SDK versions. Updates ship through Google’s system services channel, not full OS upgrades. Google did not specify which new passports or markets are supported for ID Pass.
February 10, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak hints at missing Qi2 magnets as Unpacked 2026 date comes into focus
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak hints at missing Qi2 magnets as Unpacked 2026 date comes into focus

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to launch without built-in Qi2 magnets for wireless charging, according to industry documents and leaks. A Samsung Gulf campaign document points to Feb. 25 as the likely date for Galaxy Unpacked 2026. Certification filings show the new models support Qi 2.2.1 but lack the Magnetic Power Profile. Samsung has not officially confirmed event details.
February 10, 2026
Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags
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Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite outperformed Apple’s M5 in early multi-core and real-world benchmarks, including Cinebench and Blender, according to tests on pre-production Asus laptops. Apple’s M5 kept a single-core lead and outpaced the X2 Elite in gaming stability, while battery life remains untested. Reviewers used early firmware and drivers, with first X2 Elite laptops expected in February and March.
February 10, 2026
Technology News 10.02.2026
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Technology News 10.02.2026

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: February 11, 2026, 12:06 AM EST Gotion High-tech, BASF join forces on solid-state battery R&D February 10, 2026, 11:50 PM EST. Gotion High-tech and BASF signed a strategic cooperation memorandum to jointly develop next-generation solid-state battery technology, focusing on high-performance materials across core components and clearing commercialization bottlenecks. The deal extends a 13-year partnership between the firms. Gotion operates a 0.2 GWh pilot line for its Gemstone all-solid-state battery, reporting a yield above 90% and an energy density of 300 Wh/kg. Gemstone was unveiled May 17, 2024, and small-scale production and vehicle testing are planned for
February 10, 2026
EU threatens Meta with quick WhatsApp action over rival AI chatbots
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EU threatens Meta with quick WhatsApp action over rival AI chatbots

EU antitrust regulators sent formal charges to Meta over WhatsApp policies blocking third-party AI assistants and are considering interim measures to keep access open during the investigation. Meta disputes WhatsApp’s role as a key gateway and says users can access other chatbots elsewhere. The probe centers on Meta’s move to restrict WhatsApp Business API access to its own AI assistant.
February 9, 2026
iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri
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iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri

Apple’s iOS 27 will focus on bug fixes, performance improvements, and minor design tweaks, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported Sunday. A more personalized Siri with a chatbot interface is expected as the main upgrade. Gurman said the first iOS 26.4 developer beta, including parts of the new Siri, is due the week of Feb. 23. Apple has not announced WWDC 2026 dates.
February 9, 2026
Nokia foldable 5G for ₹1,599? Viral “2026” posts spread as HMD listings stay quiet
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Nokia foldable 5G for ₹1,599? Viral “2026” posts spread as HMD listings stay quiet

Posts on Indian tech site mycampusstore.in this week promoted unannounced Nokia-branded phones with high-end specs and low prices, citing leaks. HMD Global, the official Nokia phone licensee, has not listed these models on its channels. The site’s claims include a “Nokia 2026 Foldable 5G” and “Nokia Evolve Pro 2026,” but no official confirmation has been issued.
February 9, 2026
Android’s ‘Extend Unlock’ productivity trick is making the rounds again — and it can leave phones exposed
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Android’s ‘Extend Unlock’ productivity trick is making the rounds again — and it can leave phones exposed

Android Police highlighted “Extend Unlock,” a setting that keeps Android phones unlocked near trusted places or Bluetooth devices, as a top productivity tool. Google warns the feature may keep devices open for hours, increasing risk if a phone is lost or stolen. The setting has drawn renewed attention as security prompts multiply and users seek faster access for work and payments.
February 9, 2026
Trump Mobile’s T1 Phone ‘Made in USA’ pitch fades as reports point to overseas build
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Trump Mobile’s T1 Phone ‘Made in USA’ pitch fades as reports point to overseas build

Trump Mobile’s T1 smartphone will be mostly manufactured overseas, with only limited final assembly in Miami, company executives told The Verge. The device’s specs and design have changed, the launch date has slipped again, and prices for new buyers will rise above the $499 “introductory” rate. U.S. “Made in USA” rules prevent the company from making that claim due to the phone’s foreign sourcing.
February 9, 2026
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