Technology 27 January 2026 - 28 January 2026

AI Models Advance: How Self-Training and Mistakes Lead to Better Performance
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AI Models Advance: How Self-Training and Mistakes Lead to Better Performance

AI models are now training by playing against themselves, reducing reliance on human input and accelerating performance gains. Google’s self-play strategy, once used only in games, is being applied to advanced systems, raising hopes and concerns. Experts warn that self-learning AIs risk compounding errors if not closely monitored. Some researchers fear this trend could remove humans from key decision-making.
January 28, 2026
No more peeking? Samsung hints a built-in privacy screen for Galaxy S26 phones
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No more peeking? Samsung hints a built-in privacy screen for Galaxy S26 phones

Samsung announced a new privacy feature for Galaxy phones that blocks side-angle screen views to prevent “shoulder surfing.” Users can enable or disable the feature for specific apps and notifications. Tech sites expect the tool to debut with the Galaxy S26 series, but Samsung has not confirmed which models will include it. Details on the display technology remain undisclosed.
January 28, 2026
Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video
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Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video

Google briefly published screen recordings of “Aluminium OS,” an Android-based desktop interface, running on a Chromebook before restricting access to the footage. The videos showed window controls and a Chrome extensions button, suggesting a PC-style Android build. Tech sites say the leak offers the clearest look yet at Google’s Android-for-PC project. Google has not announced launch details or device compatibility.
January 28, 2026
NexPhone: A Bold Move to Merge Smartphones and PCs
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NexPhone: A Bold Move to Merge Smartphones and PCs

The NexPhone, launching January 28 in San Francisco, will run Android, Linux, and Windows 11 on a single device. Its high-end hardware and tri-boot system aim to combine smartphone and PC functions. Analysts cite possible compatibility and battery issues. The device enters a market already testing similar concepts, including Samsung’s DeX.
January 28, 2026
Apple May Absorb Rising DRAM Costs for iPhone 18 Amid Price Hikes, Analysts Suggest
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Apple May Absorb Rising DRAM Costs for iPhone 18 Amid Price Hikes, Analysts Suggest

Apple plans to keep iPhone 18 prices unchanged despite surging memory and DRAM costs, sources say. Samsung and SK hynix have raised LPDDR5X RAM prices by over 80% quarter-on-quarter. Analysts expect Apple to absorb higher expenses, relying on its services division to offset the impact. The company has shifted to quarterly memory pricing talks with suppliers.
January 28, 2026
Google Messages Enhances Wear OS with Emoji Reactions and “Mark as Read” Features
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Google Messages Enhances Wear OS with Emoji Reactions and “Mark as Read” Features

Google is adding emoji reactions and a “Mark as Read” option to its Messages app on Wear OS smartwatches, according to details from an APK teardown. Users will be able to react to texts and manage read status directly from their watch, without needing a phone. The update targets improved message handling for Wear OS, which has lagged behind rivals like Apple’s watchOS.
January 28, 2026
Apple Watch blood pressure alerts go live in Australia after TGA green light
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Apple Watch blood pressure alerts go live in Australia after TGA green light

Apple has launched hypertension notifications for Apple Watch users in Australia, following approval by the national medical device regulator in December. The feature, available on Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches, analyzes heart sensor data and alerts users to possible high blood pressure. It does not provide a diagnosis or blood pressure readings. Doctors caution alerts should be confirmed with medical professionals.
January 28, 2026
Technology News 28.01.2026
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Technology News 28.01.2026

Samsung previewed a pixel-level privacy feature for the upcoming Galaxy S26, allowing users to obscure screen content and notifications in public. Patreon will require Apple subscription billing by Nov. 1, 2026, after Apple renewed its App Store mandate. Meta beat Q4 estimates with $59.89 billion revenue, while Reality Labs posted a $19.1 billion loss for 2025.
January 28, 2026
Apple sued over Continuity Camera as Camo maker claims Apple stole webcam tech
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Apple sued over Continuity Camera as Camo maker claims Apple stole webcam tech

Reincubate sued Apple in New Jersey federal court Tuesday, alleging antitrust violations and patent infringement tied to Apple’s Continuity Camera feature. The Camo app maker claims Apple copied its technology after soliciting technical details, then used iOS dominance to undermine competition. Apple has not commented. The lawsuit seeks monetary and injunctive relief, including treble damages.
January 27, 2026
WhatsApp’s new “Strict Account Settings” is a lockdown switch for high-risk users
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WhatsApp’s new “Strict Account Settings” is a lockdown switch for high-risk users

WhatsApp on Tuesday launched “Strict Account Settings,” blocking unknown attachments, media, and calls, and disabling link previews for users at risk of targeted hacking. The feature, rolling out over the next weeks, mirrors security modes from Apple and Google. WhatsApp says it is intended for users facing sophisticated cyber threats, not the general public.
January 27, 2026
Texas bans Temu and Shein on state devices as Abbott expands China tech blacklist to 26 firms
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Texas bans Temu and Shein on state devices as Abbott expands China tech blacklist to 26 firms

Texas has added 26 China-linked companies, including Alibaba, Shein, and Temu’s parent PDD, to its banned technologies list for state devices and networks. The update, led by Texas Cyber Command, covers hardware, software, and AI tools. Governor Greg Abbott cited threats from hostile foreign actors. Companies named did not respond to requests for comment.
January 27, 2026
Nvidia’s AI chip rush puts ASML’s laser ‘printers’ in the spotlight ahead of earnings
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Nvidia’s AI chip rush puts ASML’s laser ‘printers’ in the spotlight ahead of earnings

ASML reports earnings Wednesday as investors watch for a possible upgrade to its 2026 sales forecast. The Dutch firm, sole supplier of EUV lithography tools used in advanced AI chips, has seen its shares double since April. Major customers TSMC and Intel are increasing capital spending, driving demand for ASML systems. Analysts’ estimates for 2026 sales are outpacing the company’s current guidance.
January 27, 2026
Micron’s $24 billion Singapore chip bet: 1,600 jobs and NAND output pencilled in for 2028
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Micron’s $24 billion Singapore chip bet: 1,600 jobs and NAND output pencilled in for 2028

Micron will invest $24 billion to build a new NAND flash memory wafer fab in Singapore, with production set to begin in the second half of 2028 and about 1,600 jobs to be created. The facility will add 700,000 square feet of cleanroom space to Micron’s existing complex. Analysts warn tight memory supply may persist through 2027, despite increased output from Samsung and SK Hynix.
January 27, 2026
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