Android users are being misled by ads disguised as system messages, prompting them to install multiple low-quality PDF readers from Google Play, according to Android Authority. A recent case involved a fake
A new Google Play system update has caused installation problems on some Pixel phones, with users reporting black screens and launcher failures after restarting. Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 appear most affected, while Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 9 see fewer severe issues. Some devices still display the November 2025 update date after installation. The update began rolling out January 7.
Google updated Gemini to let subscribers generate AI images using their Google Photos library. The feature rolls out in the coming days for U.S. Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra users. Gemini uses photo tags to identify people and create images based on simple prompts. Google says Gemini does not train on private photo libraries and users can disable app connections.
Android users are being misled by ads disguised as system messages, prompting them to install multiple low-quality PDF readers from Google Play, according to Android Authority. A recent case involved a fake update prompt in WPS Office, which led to repeated app installations until the original app was removed. Experts warn this tactic is also used by malware campaigns. Google’s enforcement of ad guidelines remains inconsistent.
France is considering sending Eutelsat satellite internet terminals to Iran after authorities there cut off internet access during protests, Reuters reports. Activists told AP that Starlink is currently free for Iranian users with receivers, and SpaceX has issued a firmware update to counter signal jamming. Starlink operates over 9,000 satellites; Eutelsat manages just over 600.
Rolls-Royce shares fell 1.4% to 1,166 pence by 12:19 GMT Tuesday, despite announcing a £19.3 million investment in its Rotherham turbine blade plant. The drop came as oil prices surged above $100 a barrel and European defense stocks declined. Rolls-Royce recently posted a 40% jump in annual profit and announced a major share buyback. FTSE 100 and STOXX 600 also slipped in morning trading.
TABR Capital Management disclosed a $4.55 million stake in ADP in January, then reported a full exit by month’s end. ADP’s fiscal Q2 revenue rose 6% to $5.36 billion, with diluted EPS up 11% to $2.62. The board approved a new $6 billion share buyback. Institutional ownership signals remain mixed, with some funds cutting and others increasing positions.
Brent crude closed Friday at $112.19 a barrel, its highest since July 2022, lifting Woodside Energy shares 1% to 34.04 AUD. Canberra is considering a windfall gas tax as LNG spot prices in Asia hit three-year highs. Woodside last week named Liz Westcott as CEO, who cited the Louisiana LNG project as a key priority. The company expects a production decline in 2026 after warning investors in January.
British American Tobacco shares fell 1.0% to 4,311p at Friday’s close, underperforming after the FTSE 100 dropped 1.4% amid inflation and geopolitical concerns. BAT confirmed a new share buyback and a 61.26p quarterly dividend, but shares remain below the recent buyback price. The company maintained its 2026 outlook but warned results may be at the lower end of guidance. A shareholder lawsuit over North Korea sanctions disclosure continues.
Rolls-Royce shares closed down 2.44% at 1,161 pence Friday, extending losses and leaving the stock 18% below its February peak. The company bought back 2.47 million shares this week as part of a broader £7–9 billion program. European markets fell for a third straight session, with FTSE 100 down 1.4%. Investors remain wary amid rising bond yields, energy prices, and persistent inflation concerns.
BAE Systems shares fell 2.5% in London Friday, closing at 2,250 pence, underperforming the FTSE 100 amid a broader selloff in defense stocks. The company announced plans to sell its remaining 6.9% stake in Air Astana for about $31 million. UK officials said they are boosting defense orders and support for Gulf partners facing Iranian attacks. The Bank of England held rates at 3.75% but signaled inflation concerns.
Reports indicate Google may launch four Pixel 11 models, including a foldable, in the second half of 2026. Sources highlight expected upgrades to the Tensor G6 chip and pressure for a telephoto macro camera on the Pixel 11 Pro. Google has not confirmed details.
A new Google Play system update has caused installation problems on some Pixel phones, with users reporting black screens and launcher failures after restarting. Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 appear most affected, while Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel 9 see fewer severe issues. Some devices still display the November 2025 update date after installation. The update began rolling out January 7.
Google began rolling out an update on October 13 that moves all reminders created in Google Keep into Google Tasks, with full availability expected within two weeks. Reminders from Keep now appear as tasks in Google Tasks and Google Calendar, and are accessible via Gemini. Location-based reminders and notifications in Keep are discontinued; users must now rely on Tasks or Calendar for alerts.
Apple’s iOS 26 update introduces a built-in Preview app for iPhone, enabling users to view, edit, sign, and scan PDFs and images without third-party tools. The app appears automatically after updating and mirrors features from the Mac version, including annotation, text fields, and document scanning. Early reviews are positive, with users praising its convenience and integration.
SpaceX’s Starlink now lets standard 4G LTE phones send text messages via satellite in initial launch regions, requiring no extra hardware. T-Mobile, Rogers, Telstra and others plan to offer satellite texting, including 911 support, in 2025. Data and voice services are expected later as the network expands. Competitors AST SpaceMobile and Lynk Global are also testing direct satellite-to-phone connections.
MikroTik ATL 5G R16 launches as a rugged outdoor 5G CPE with built-in eSIM, 16 dBi 4×4 MIMO antenna, and Release 16 modem, supporting multi-gigabit speeds. The 5G model offers double the RAM and flash of the LTE18 kit, higher IP66 durability, and eSIM flexibility, while the LTE18 variant uses a physical SIM and LTE Cat 18 modem. Both are limited by a 1Gbps Ethernet uplink.
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