News 15 April 2026

Apple Smart Glasses Leak Reveals Four Designs as 2027 Launch Takes Aim at Meta
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Apple Smart Glasses Leak Reveals Four Designs as 2027 Launch Takes Aim at Meta

Apple is testing at least four frame styles for its first smart glasses, aiming for a late 2026 unveiling and 2027 launch, according to reports citing Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The device is expected to lack a display or AR graphics, focusing on calls, music, notifications, and Siri. Apple is designing the frames in-house, with prototypes in various shapes and colors. Meta currently leads the smart-glasses market with its Ray-Ban line.
April 15, 2026
Amazon Kindle Support Cutoff Spurs Jailbreak Guides for Old Devices
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Amazon Kindle Support Cutoff Spurs Jailbreak Guides for Old Devices

A new Lifehacker guide details how to jailbreak pre-2013 Amazon Kindles to install KOReader, as Amazon will block new purchases and downloads on these devices starting May 20. Amazon is offering affected users a 20% discount on new Kindles and a $20 ebook credit if they upgrade by June 20. Repair advocates warn the move could obsolete 2 million devices and generate over 624 tons of e-waste. Jailbreaking may void warranties and has technical limits.
April 15, 2026
Google Gemma 4 Puts Offline AI on Phones, but New Reviews Say It Won’t Kill ChatGPT Yet
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Google Gemma 4 Puts Offline AI on Phones, but New Reviews Say It Won’t Kill ChatGPT Yet

Google’s Gemma 4 model is drawing early attention for enabling offline AI on phones and laptops, with reviewers noting it works without an internet connection but lags behind cloud rivals in speed and memory. The 26B and 31B versions ranked among the top open models on Arena AI’s leaderboard. Google is integrating Gemma 4 into Android, with Gemini Nano 4-enabled devices expected later this year. Reviewers report the E2B model uses about 2.5 GB of storage.
April 15, 2026
Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube App Update 1.6.1 Fixes Pokémon XD Crash That Risked Save Data
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Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube App Update 1.6.1 Fixes Pokémon XD Crash That Risked Save Data

Nintendo released version 1.6.1 of its GameCube – Nintendo Classics app for Switch 2 on Wednesday, fixing a bug that caused Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness to crash and risk save data loss. The update began rolling out in Japan, but English-language support pages still listed the issue as under investigation. GameCube titles remain exclusive to Switch 2’s Expansion Pack subscription.
April 15, 2026
Sony Bravia TVs to Lose Key Guide and Menu Features in May, Even on Models Still for Sale
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Sony Bravia TVs to Lose Key Guide and Menu Features in May, Even on Models Still for Sale

Sony will remove TV Guide, channel logos, and preview images from 2023–2025 Bravia TVs in late May, affecting antenna users in the U.S. and some external box viewers in Europe. The change hits recent models still for sale, including the Bravia 9 and A95L. Sony cited a contract change with its data provider. Channel reception will not be affected, but some menus and program info will disappear.
April 15, 2026
Fake Windows 11 24H2 Update Warning: Avoid This Lookalike Download as Microsoft Rolls Out April Patch
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Fake Windows 11 24H2 Update Warning: Avoid This Lookalike Download as Microsoft Rolls Out April Patch

Malwarebytes warned Windows users about a fake Windows 11 24H2 update distributed through a lookalike Microsoft support page, designed to steal passwords and payment data. The alert came as Microsoft released its real April security update, which fixes 167 bugs, including two zero-days. The fake installer used a typosquatted domain and evaded antivirus detection. Microsoft advised users to update only through official channels.
April 15, 2026
Apple Foldable iPhone Still Eyed for September Launch, but Getting One May Be Hard
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Apple Foldable iPhone Still Eyed for September Launch, but Getting One May Be Hard

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is still expected to debut in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, but mass production has slipped from July to August, raising concerns over initial stock. Supply-chain reports say the device will use variable-thickness ultra-thin glass and a new adhesive to minimize the screen crease. Analysts do not expect a launch delay. Apple has not confirmed the device or commented.
April 15, 2026
Leica’s New Chicago Flagship Store Brings a Rare Chicago Edition 17 M11-P to Michigan Avenue
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Leica’s New Chicago Flagship Store Brings a Rare Chicago Edition 17 M11-P to Michigan Avenue

Leica Camera will open a flagship store and gallery at 800 N. Michigan Ave. in Chicago on April 30, debuting a limited Chicago Edition 17 Leica M11-P available only at the site. The two-floor space will feature cameras, gallery shows, workshops, and community events. Leica expects the special edition camera to sell out quickly. The opening includes exhibits by Craig Semetko and events with artists Alana Tsui and Dr. Romanelli.
April 15, 2026
Sony PS6 Lite Rumor Hits a Wall as New Leak Questions 2027 Three-Device Launch
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Sony PS6 Lite Rumor Hits a Wall as New Leak Questions 2027 Three-Device Launch

Hardware leaker KeplerL2 cast doubt on reports that Sony will release a cheaper living-room PlayStation 6 model in 2027, calling the idea unworkable for developers. The leaker said games built for a 1080p handheld wouldn’t scale well to 4K TVs, citing technical and development issues. Recent reports had suggested Sony might launch three PS6 devices, but pricing and hardware details remain unconfirmed.
April 15, 2026
Google Chrome Rolls Out AI Skills to Save Gemini Prompts Across Web Pages
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Google Chrome Rolls Out AI Skills to Save Gemini Prompts Across Web Pages

Google began rolling out a Chrome feature called Skills on Tuesday, letting users save and reuse AI prompts across webpages. The feature is available first on Mac, Windows, and ChromeOS for users with Chrome set to English-US. Skills can be launched from Gemini chat history and sync across devices. Google did not specify when Skills will expand beyond English-US.
April 15, 2026
Porsche 911 GT3 S/C Revealed: First GT3 Convertible Arrives as 911 Sales Defy Slump
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Porsche 911 GT3 S/C Revealed: First GT3 Convertible Arrives as 911 Sales Defy Slump

Porsche introduced the 911 GT3 S/C, its first open-top GT3, with a fully automatic convertible roof and a starting U.S. price of $273,000. The manual-only, 502-hp model arrives at U.S. dealers in fall 2026. Despite a 15% drop in global deliveries last quarter, 911 sales rose 22%. The GT3 S/C uses lightweight materials to offset the convertible’s added weight.
April 15, 2026
Nvidia RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti 9GB VRAM Rumor Faces Doubt as New Report Pushes Back
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Nvidia RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti 9GB VRAM Rumor Faces Doubt as New Report Pushes Back

BenchLife reported Wednesday that Nvidia board partners have no 9GB RTX 5060 or 5060 Ti models in their plans, challenging earlier claims from PC Guide and others of an imminent refresh. Nvidia’s official listings still show only 8GB and 16GB versions. The rumored 9GB cards would have traded higher capacity for reduced memory bandwidth. No 9GB RTX 5060-class card is currently listed by Nvidia.
April 15, 2026
Trump Mobile T1 Phone Gets a New Look, but Buyers Still Have No Launch Date
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Trump Mobile T1 Phone Gets a New Look, but Buyers Still Have No Launch Date

Trump Mobile unveiled a redesigned gold T1 smartphone and updated its website but gave no shipping date. The new images show vertically stacked rear cameras, and the $499 promotional price remains, with deposits accepted. The phone received FCC approval in January, but the company now describes it as “shaped by American innovation” rather than U.S.-built. A trademark filing for “The 47 Plan” appeared on April 6.
April 15, 2026
Microsoft Surface Price Hike Puts Surface Laptop Above MacBook Air as Memory Shortage Bites
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Microsoft Surface Price Hike Puts Surface Laptop Above MacBook Air as Memory Shortage Bites

Microsoft raised U.S. prices on all Surface PCs, with entry models now starting at $1,049 and the 13-inch Surface Pro and Laptop at $1,499. The company cited rising memory and component costs amid an ongoing chip shortage. Apple’s comparable MacBook Air now undercuts Microsoft’s lowest-priced Surface Laptop. Analysts warn the supply squeeze could keep PC prices high through at least mid-year.
April 15, 2026
Amazon Rolls Out Apple TV and Peacock Bundle on Prime Video for $19.99 in U.S.
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Amazon Rolls Out Apple TV and Peacock Bundle on Prime Video for $19.99 in U.S.

Amazon’s Prime Video launched a U.S.-only bundle offering Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus for $19.99 a month, undercutting the separate price by over 30%. The deal, available through the Prime Video app, includes access to both services’ originals, network shows, films, and live sports. Amazon called the offer limited-time. Existing Apple or Peacock subscribers may need to adjust subscriptions to avoid double billing.
April 15, 2026
Google Warns Websites to Fix Browser Back-Button Hijacking by June 15 or Risk Search Penalties
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Google Warns Websites to Fix Browser Back-Button Hijacking by June 15 or Risk Search Penalties

Google will penalize websites that interfere with the browser back button starting June 15, treating it as a spam violation that can lower search rankings. Offending sites may face manual or automated penalties. Google warned that the issue can stem from third-party scripts, including ads and libraries, and urged site owners to remove such code before the deadline.
April 15, 2026
Technology News 15.04.2026
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Technology News 15.04.2026

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G in Brazil with AI features and six-year software support April 15, 2026, 10:44 PM EDT. Samsung announced the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G for Brazil, expanding the mid-range line with a stronger AI focus and longer software support. The AI suite, called Absurd AI, includes an Object Eraser, improved group selfies, auto video crop, and Google Search integration. Bixby and Gemini receive updates for natural-language commands and cross-app automation. Both phones use a 50 MP triple camera with Nightography improvements, scene
April 15, 2026
Google Pixel Battery Drain Complaints Grow as April Update Leaves Bootloop Fix Pending
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Google Pixel Battery Drain Complaints Grow as April Update Leaves Bootloop Fix Pending

Google Pixel users are reporting new battery drain issues across multiple models, days after Google acknowledged a separate bootloop bug linked to its March update. The April patch, now rolling out, does not mention a battery fix. User complaints continue on Google’s forums, with some blaming CPU activity after recent updates. Google says it is investigating the bootloop problem but has not confirmed a cause for the battery drain.
April 15, 2026
Microsoft Patches BlueHammer Windows Zero-Day Flaw in Defender After Public Leak
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Microsoft Patches BlueHammer Windows Zero-Day Flaw in Defender After Public Leak

Microsoft patched CVE-2026-33825, a Microsoft Defender privilege-escalation flaw linked to the BlueHammer exploit, in its April Patch Tuesday update. The bug allowed attackers with local access to gain SYSTEM privileges. Proof-of-concept code appeared online April 3 after a disclosure dispute. Microsoft credited Zen Dodd and Yuanpei Xu for discovery and said automatic updates protect most users.
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Stock Market Today

  • 2026 Australian Budget Proposal: CGT Indexation Shift and Investment Implications
    May 27, 2026, 2:16 AM EDT. The 2026 Australian Budget proposes replacing the 50% capital gains tax (CGT) discount with cost-base indexation, sparking concerns about asymmetric tax treatment. Under the new plan, capital gains would be calculated using an inflation-indexed cost base, while capital losses would use the original, nominal cost base. This mismatch could lead to taxes paid on illusory economic gains, particularly impacting investors with diversified portfolios. The existing 50% CGT discount measures gains and losses uniformly against the original purchase price, preserving fairness. Experts warn the reintroduction of the pre-1999 indexation method might create a "triangle of sadness" for shareholders. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and pooled investment vehicles might help mitigate these effects. The Government claims the change ensures taxation aligns with real economic gains, but practical downsides remain for multi-asset investors.