Technology 31 January 2026 - 1 February 2026

Google’s NotebookLM adds Video Overviews on Android and iOS — turning your sources into AI videos
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Google’s NotebookLM adds Video Overviews on Android and iOS — turning your sources into AI videos

Google has begun rolling out Video Overviews to NotebookLM’s Android and iOS apps, allowing users to generate AI-narrated slide videos from their own documents, according to multiple tech sites. Some users report the feature is not yet available on all devices. The update also adds new controls for infographics and slides, and introduces an “Ultra” plan with higher content limits. Google warns the videos may contain errors or glitches.
February 1, 2026
Average smartphone price tops $400 for the first time as premium phones lift revenue
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Average smartphone price tops $400 for the first time as premium phones lift revenue

Global smartphone revenue reached a record $135 billion in Q4 2025 as the average selling price topped $402 for the first time, according to Counterpoint Research. Shipments rose just 4%, but premium models drove higher prices. Apple captured 57% of industry revenue, while Samsung’s shipments climbed 17% but its average price fell. Analysts warn rising memory chip costs could squeeze margins in 2026.
February 1, 2026
Apple just changed Mac shopping online — the iPhone-style checkout now applies to Macs
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Apple just changed Mac shopping online — the iPhone-style checkout now applies to Macs

Apple has replaced preset Mac configurations on its online store with a step-by-step customization process. Shoppers now select each component individually for MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro. The MacBook Pro page does not yet offer M5 Pro or M5 Max chips. The change aligns Mac ordering with Apple’s iPhone and iPad online sales approach.
February 1, 2026
Android fingerprint unlock “downgrade” claim reignites the Face ID fight
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Android fingerprint unlock “downgrade” claim reignites the Face ID fight

A PhoneArena editor criticized Android phones for relying on fingerprint unlock, calling it a downgrade from Apple’s 3D face scanning. He argued manufacturers could offer both fingerprint and 3D face unlock but rarely do. Google’s Pixel 8 now uses Face Unlock for payments and app sign-ins, though Google warns it may be less secure in some conditions. Most Android devices still use less secure 2D face unlock.
February 1, 2026
Leak claims foldable iPhone will pack record 5,500mAh battery — and it may force Samsung’s hand
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Leak claims foldable iPhone will pack record 5,500mAh battery — and it may force Samsung’s hand

A leak reported by PhoneArena claims Apple’s first foldable iPhone will feature a 5,500 mAh battery, larger than those in previous iPhones and current Samsung foldables. Nikkei Asia says Apple will prioritize premium models in 2026, delaying the standard iPhone 18 to 2027 due to rising component costs. Honor is also rumored to be developing a larger foldable device to replace its Magic Vs series. Apple has not commented.
February 1, 2026
Technology News 01.02.2026
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Technology News 01.02.2026

Apple released iOS 26.2.1, enabling AirTag2 support and bug fixes for eligible iPhones. AirTag2, announced Jan. 26, offers up to 50% greater range and a louder chirp, priced at $29 each or $99 for four. Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 Ultra in San Francisco on Feb. 25, with leaks pointing to camera and battery upgrades. Apple is also exploring more paid software bundles following the Creator Studio launch.
February 1, 2026
Google dodges $2.36 billion disgorgement bid in privacy class action, but $425 million verdict stands
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Google dodges $2.36 billion disgorgement bid in privacy class action, but $425 million verdict stands

A U.S. judge in San Francisco denied a request to force Google to surrender $2.36 billion in alleged profits and rejected a broad injunction in a privacy class action. The court also refused Google’s bid to decertify the class, leaving a $425 million jury award intact. Google said it will appeal. The case centers on Google’s data collection after users disabled a privacy setting.
January 31, 2026
India could ban social media for under-16s as Modi ally targets Meta and YouTube
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India could ban social media for under-16s as Modi ally targets Meta and YouTube

L.S.K. Devarayalu, an ally of Prime Minister Modi, has introduced a bill to ban social media accounts for anyone under 16 in India, requiring platforms to verify users’ ages. The move follows similar restrictions in Australia and France. Meta, Alphabet, and X have not commented. State governments and top economic officials are also pushing for age-based online limits.
January 31, 2026
Nvidia’s $100 billion OpenAI deal goes cold as talks shift to a smaller stake
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Nvidia’s $100 billion OpenAI deal goes cold as talks shift to a smaller stake

Nvidia’s planned $100 billion investment in OpenAI has stalled amid internal doubts, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday. Talks have shifted toward a smaller deal, with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calling the original agreement non-binding. Amazon is in early discussions to invest up to $50 billion, while OpenAI seeks new funding to expand data center capacity. OpenAI also signed a $10 billion-plus deal with Cerebras for additional computing power.
January 31, 2026
Apple’s AirTag 2 arrives with longer range, louder speaker — and an iOS update you may need
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Apple’s AirTag 2 arrives with longer range, louder speaker — and an iOS update you may need

Apple launched its second-generation AirTag at $29, adding a louder speaker, longer Precision Finding range, and Apple Watch support. The device requires iOS 26.2.1 or later. Over 50 airlines now accept Share Item Location links to help track delayed luggage. iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1 updates, released Jan. 26, support the new AirTag and include bug fixes.
January 31, 2026
Samsung’s Galaxy A07 5G lands in Malaysia with Gemini AI and a RM699 launch deal
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Samsung’s Galaxy A07 5G lands in Malaysia with Gemini AI and a RM699 launch deal

Samsung launched the Galaxy A07 5G in Malaysia, offering a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, 6,000mAh battery, and Google’s Gemini assistant. The phone is priced at 699 ringgit for the top model and comes with six years of security updates. Launches in India and other Asian markets are set for early February. The device carries an IP54 rating and Knox Vault security.
January 31, 2026
Should you restart your iPhone and Android every week? The NSA reboot advice resurfaces
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Should you restart your iPhone and Android every week? The NSA reboot advice resurfaces

The NSA continues to advise iPhone and Android users to reboot their phones weekly to help disrupt certain memory-based malware, according to renewed reports Friday. Security experts say a restart can flush out some spyware, though persistent threats may survive. Apple recently flagged sophisticated attacks exploiting WebKit flaws but notes its latest iOS update lists no new vulnerabilities. The NSA guidance does not call for factory resets.
January 31, 2026
Samsung’s $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Fast in the U.S. — What It Says About Premium Phones
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Samsung’s $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Fast in the U.S. — What It Says About Premium Phones

Samsung’s $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold phone sold out on its U.S. online store within minutes of its January 30 launch. The company has not disclosed how many units were available or when restocking will occur. The tri-fold device, available only in a 512GB black model, is Samsung’s most expensive foldable to date. No trade-in options were offered at launch.
January 31, 2026
Galaxy S26 leak hints Google’s Pixel scam-call screening is coming — and CallCore is the tell
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Galaxy S26 leak hints Google’s Pixel scam-call screening is coming — and CallCore is the tell

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 may support Google’s Android CallCore, potentially bringing Pixel-exclusive scam-call protection to Samsung’s flagship, according to Android Authority. Evidence includes a software flag found in Galaxy S26 Ultra log files. Details on regional availability, carrier restrictions, and Samsung’s chosen dialer app remain unclear.
January 31, 2026
Amazfit adds 20 new Mini Apps and Zepp 10 badges in software push for smartwatch users
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Amazfit adds 20 new Mini Apps and Zepp 10 badges in software push for smartwatch users

Zepp Health has launched around 20 new Mini Apps for Amazfit smartwatches, expanding the Zepp ecosystem to over 400 apps. The update adds tools for training, health, travel, and nutrition, including a Food Log, Biometric Anomaly Detector, and GRun for Amazfit. The Zepp app on iOS now features a new “Badges” tab and a redesigned home screen; Android support is expected soon.
January 31, 2026
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