DJI Enterprise Unveils White Paper on Automating Mining Workflows with DJI Dock
October 30, 2025, 2:48 AM EDT. DJI Enterprise releases a white paper, "Implementing an Automated Mining Workflow using DJI Dock," outlining a practical, field-tested roadmap to shift from manual drone ops to a fully automated, BVLOS mining program. The guide demonstrates end-to-end automation with the DJI Dock and FlightHub 2, enabling remote mission planning, on-demand docked flights, and automated data processing for photogrammetry-such as volumetric measurements of ore stockpiles. It also covers regulatory navigation, from RePL and BVLOS approvals to OCTA, IREX, SORA-based BVLOS approvals, ROC certification, and HMI design, plus infrastructure and redundancy considerations. By standardizing data capture, improving safety and decision speed, the approach supports frequent inspections across pits, plants, and infrastructure.
Amazon's Cloud Chief Says It's Feeling 'Quite Good' About Its Massive AI Bets
October 30, 2025, 2:44 AM EDT. Amazon's cloud chief says the company feels quite good about its massive AI bets, signaling continued confidence in AWS's push into generative AI, enterprise AI tools, and cloud infrastructure. The remarks underscore bets on AI chips, data centers, and expanded cloud services as it competes to deliver scale, performance, and security for businesses adopting AI. While specifics aren't detailed, the message emphasizes ambition, execution, and a long-term strategy in Amazon's cloud leadership.
Samsung One UI 8.5 merges Object Eraser into Generative Edit for seamless AI photo editing
October 30, 2025, 2:42 AM EDT. Samsung is streamlining its AI photo-editing tools in One UI 8.5 by merging Object Eraser into Generative Edit, letting you remove objects and fill backgrounds in one step. Leaked screen recordings from @tarunvats33 via SammyGuru hint at a smoother workflow where tapping Generative Edit gives you erasing, filling, and reshaping without swapping tools. The change aims to make AI-powered editing more intuitive on Galaxy phones, pairing two features into a single, cohesive tool. The update is expected with the One UI 8.5 rollout for the Galaxy S26 family, while Galaxy S25 beta timing may slip as Samsung revises plans around the S26 lineup.
Tesla's New Affordable EVs: Model Y Standard RWD at $39,990 with trimmed features
October 30, 2025, 2:40 AM EDT. Tesla has rolled out cheaper trims of the refreshed Model Y and Model 3, pairing the familiar design with fewer options to lower the entry price. The highlight: Model Y Standard RWD starts at $39,990 and offers 321 miles of EPA range, a 0-60 mph time of 6.8 seconds, and a peak charging rate of 225 kW. It uses a 69 kWh battery, about 300 hp, and is about 5% more efficient than higher trims due to fewer battery modules. The cabin swaps several luxuries for cost-savings: manual seats/adjustments, a touchscreen-only control surface, no HEPA filter, and a basic fit with a 7-speaker audio system. Practicalities stay solid: 18-inch wheels, 75 cu ft cargo, 3,500 lb towing, and access to Tesla's Supercharging network. Model 3 Standard trims are similarly pared-back to hit lower prices.
Apple Hosts Exclusive Dev Conference on Creating Immersive Content for visionOS
October 30, 2025, 2:36 AM EDT. Apple hosted a two-day developer conference in Cupertino titled Create Immersive Media Experiences for visionOS, streaming on YouTube as a replay. The event centers on building immersive content with Apple Immersive Video and the Apple Spatial Audio Format for visionOS. Day One laid the foundations: Presence, Authenticity, Proximity and Connection, with expert tips on depth, audience agency, camera height, and managing motion – using a bucket analogy to pace intensity. Day Two deepened production and post-production workflows, showcased partner tools (Blackmagic, Colorfront, Spatial Gen) and lessons from Austin Novi on shooting in extreme environments. With over 10 hours of material, it's a dense primer for creators aiming to craft interactive, life-like experiences that blend visuals and sound.
NVIDIA Debuts BlueField-4 DPU to Power Gigascale AI Factories
October 30, 2025, 2:34 AM EDT. At NVIDIA GTC, NVIDIA unveiled the BlueField-4 data processing unit, a core component of the BlueField platform designed to accelerate gigascale AI infrastructure. Powered by a Grace CPU and ConnectX-9 networking, BlueField-4 delivers up to 800 Gb/s throughput and up to 6x the compute power versus BlueField-3, enabling AI factories up to 4x larger. It enables software-defined acceleration across AI data storage, networking and security, transforming data centers into secure, intelligent AI infrastructure for end-to-end AI data pipelines. Features include multi-tenant networking, native DOCA microservices for containerized security and deployment, and a secure Trusted Resource Architecture with zero-trust isolation. The platform integrates across NVIDIA's AI stack-from RTX PRO Servers to DGX systems and enterprise AI designs-advancing secure, scalable AI at data center scale.
Color-Coded Bluetooth Trackers Priced Like One AirTag, Reviewers Praise Find My Compatibility
October 30, 2025, 2:32 AM EDT. Shoppers are turning to budget-friendly Bluetooth trackers that pair with Apple's Find My app, offering color options and a fraction of the price of an AirTag. A four-pack can equal one AirTag, with on-page coupons making it even cheaper. Reviewers say these trackers work flawlessly with Find My, emit a loud alert, and help locate keys, wallets, and luggage. Unlike AirTags, they come in bright colors like blue and green, which helps spotting items. Note: these devices are iOS-only and don't work with Android. The verdict: strong value, solid setup, and reliable tracking for Apple users.
Supermicro Announces Record STAC-M3 Benchmarks with Intel and Micron; Is SMCI Stock a Buy?
October 30, 2025, 2:30 AM EDT. Super Micro Computer (SMCI) surged after announcing record-breaking STAC-M3 benchmark results for its Petascale X14 Series All-Flash Storage Servers, powered by Intel Xeon processors and Micron NVMe SSDs. The collaboration with Intel and Micron underscores leadership in high-performance AI infrastructure and quantitative-trading workloads. The 12U form factor and 1.6 PB capacity highlight efficiency driving demand from hyperscalers and financial firms, supporting potential margin expansion. Yet the article cautions near-term headwinds: revised Q1 guidance around $5 billion revenue and a double-digit decline in EPS, plus competitive pressure. Analysts' consensus remains a Hold with a target near $48, signaling limited upside from current levels despite the AI boom.
No Tech Wreck From a More Hawkish Fed: AI Keeps Tech Rally Alive
October 30, 2025, 2:28 AM EDT. Tech stocks stayed green even as the broader market slipped on fears of a less aggressive Fed path. Nvidia crossed the $5 trillion mark and logged fresh intraday highs, underscoring the AI-driven rally. AMD, Broadcom, Western Digital and Seagate rose after strong earnings, while Palantir joined the wave of winners and Alphabet prepared to report after the bell. The message: AI optimism endures, and even a slower pace of rate cuts won't halt the hyperscalers'AI investments. Powell noted the AI revolution feels different from the late-1990s dot-com era, suggesting today's AI boom could outlast past cycles.
Walmart Clearing Apple Watch Series 10 GPS + Cell: 42mm $329, 46mm $359
October 30, 2025, 2:26 AM EDT. Walmart is clearing Apple Watch Series 10 GPS + Cell, with the 42mm model at $329 and the 46mm at $359, both $170 off list price. Colors include Jet Black, Silver, and Rose Gold with various bands, and free shipping is included. Walmart currently offers the best selection of the more affordable aluminum variants, though some configurations are sold out. Amazon has some discounts on Series 11 and higher-end titanium options, but Walmart provides deeper discounts on the aluminum models. This marks a notable clearance on Series 10 as the lineup shifts after the Series 11 launch, with many configurations still available at discounted prices.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Emerges as Trump's Biggest Ally in Tech
October 30, 2025, 2:22 AM EDT. At Nvidia's GTC in Washington, CEO Jensen Huang positioned Nvidia as aligned with the Trump administration, praising leadership on manufacturing and national security while tying the company's growth to a new political order. Huang described a White House project as a 'historic' initiative and repeatedly invoked President Trump, framing policy questions as opportunities to demonstrate loyalty. The event marked a shift from a pure developers' conference to a show of fealty, with Huang declaring that AI leadership and domestic manufacturing would energize the tech economy. The moment followed Nvidia's milestone, as the company's market cap reached $5 trillion. Critics may see the alignment as tech CEOs courting policy power.
Tesla ramps up Cybercab hiring at Giga Texas ahead of volume robotaxi production
October 30, 2025, 2:20 AM EDT. Tesla is accelerating recruitment for its long-promised Cybercab at its Giga Texas plant, with at least 30 new roles focused on drive units, battery packs and general assembly. Elon Musk has said the two-seater autonomous robotaxi could reach volume production in 2026, using an innovative unboxed manufacturing system that builds major parts in parallel before final assembly. Tesla targets about 2 million units annually, potentially delivering a vehicle every 5 seconds on the line. Regulators' questions around the self-driving system persist, though Musk recently indicated safety monitors in Austin robotaxis could be removed by year's end.
SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral on Falcon 9 mission
October 30, 2025, 2:18 AM EDT. SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission marked the 15th flight for booster 1082, which landed on the drone ship Just Read the Instructions after a ~9.5-minute ascent. The upper stage continued to deploy the satellites, following SpaceX's Sunday mission that deployed 28 Starlink devices. This launch brings SpaceX to 138 total launches in 2025, extending its calendar-year record and signaling the ongoing growth of the company's megaconstellation to provide global internet coverage. To date, more than 8,700 Starlink satellites have been deployed.
AI deepfake Jensen Huang livestream eclipses real NVIDIA GTC viewership
October 30, 2025, 2:16 AM EDT. Another cautionary tale from tech events: a fake NVIDIA livestream featuring an AI-generated Jensen Huang drew up to 100,000 live views, surpassing the real GTC keynote which reached about 20,000 live views. The fake stream ran in parallel with NVIDIA's event and later amassed around 200,000 total views. The deepfake pushed a bogus crypto pitch, urging viewers to scan a QR code to send cryptocurrency, a reminder of how easily AI can impersonate executives. The clip was removed, but questions linger about who watched, where they were from, and how long they stayed. The incident adds to concerns about AI-generated avatars, training data, and the blurred line between authentic corporate messaging and scammers.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Launches in Select Markets, U.S. Availability Uncertain
October 30, 2025, 2:12 AM EDT. Nothing's Phone (3a) Lite launches today in select markets, but the US won't get it. The budget variant sits below the original and the Phone (3a), with 8GB RAM and storage options of 128GB or 256GB. Price tags are £249 / €249 for 128GB and £279 / €289 for 256GB. Nothing has not confirmed US availability, saying rollout includes the EU, UK, MEA, East Asia, and South East Asia. This creates a mixed reception: early excitement followed by disappointment for US fans. For international buyers, the launch marks a new budget option from Nothing, though the US still waits to see if it will ever arrive.
Neel Somani's Vision for Distributed Computing: Cloud, Edge, and AI
October 30, 2025, 2:10 AM EDT. Neel Somani envisions a future where distributed computing stitches together vast networks of machines to tackle big problems in medicine, science, and business. By spreading workloads across cloud computing resources, firms gain scalable power for storage, analytics, and daily operations, from sales to security. Breakthroughs in 5G networks boost data transfer, letting apps and services reach customers globally with low upfront costs. As software grows smarter, artificial intelligence models run across many devices, accelerating tasks like speech, translation, and image sorting. Edge computing pushes processing closer to data sources-smart cameras, sensors, and autonomous vehicles-reducing data travel and easing pressure on central servers. This blend will broaden access to computing and unlock real-time insights.
Apple App Store Updates for Developers: More Review Flexibility, 70 Custom Product Pages, and Expanded Offer Codes
October 30, 2025, 2:08 AM EDT. Apple announced new App Store changes for developers, increasing flexibility in the review process. Developers can submit additional items while a submission is under review, including separate In-App Events, critical bug fixes, and Game Center features like achievements and leaderboards. Apple also doubles the number of custom product pages to up to 70, with keywords to boost discovery. In addition, offer codes are expanding to all In-App Purchase types, including auto-renewable subscriptions, while promo codes will be phased out by March 26, 2026. Promo codes will still work for free app downloads. These updates aim to streamline submissions and broaden promotional options for apps on the App Store.
Samsung teases Galaxy S26 with next-gen AI, Exynos 2600, and new camera sensors
October 30, 2025, 2:06 AM EDT. During its Q3 2025 earnings call, Samsung confirmed the Galaxy S26 will feature next-generation AI, a second-generation custom AP, and upgraded camera sensors, hinting at a possible Exynos 2600 (2nm) in some regions and a dual-chip strategy with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in others. Samsung also signaled continued innovation for its foldables in 2026 and expanded AI health features for Galaxy Watches, along with growth plans for its TWS lineup. CEO comments emphasize AI leadership and new form factors to sustain momentum amid price pressures for components like memory.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra DeX Mode Update: When a Tablet Becomes a Laptop… Almost
October 30, 2025, 2:04 AM EDT. Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra arrives with a refreshed DeX Mode that leans into an Android Desktop Mode aesthetic. The UI gains four virtual desktops, a dedicated full-screen button, and improved window management-unless you want the Windows-like taskbar. On the tablet itself there's no traditional taskbar; that bar only appears when you connect to an external display. To unlock productivity you'll likely need an external monitor plus a wireless mouse, since resizing windows and dragging apps across screens is fiddly with touch alone. The result: DeX remains capable, but it isn't a true laptop replacement without extra gear. If that's your goal, Samsung's Galaxy Book Pro 5 at about $1,149 might be a better fit right now.
Resident Evil Requiem: Road to Requiem Preview, Pre-Orders, and Grace Ashcroft
October 30, 2025, 2:02 AM EDT. Capcom teases four months to Resident Evil Requiem with a Road to Requiem video and open pre-orders. The Digital Deluxe Edition adds Grace's Costume: Apocalypse as a pre-order bonus, plus 5 total costumes (including Dimitrescu), 4 weapon skins, screen filters, charms, an audio pack, and extra files. In Requiem you meet Grace Ashcroft, an FBI agent who must survive through combat, investigations, puzzles, and resource management. The game supports both first- and third-person perspectives, letting you switch to fit your style, with extra immersion on PlayStation 5 via the DualSense. A brief history recap traces the series from the 1996 original on PlayStation, through RE2/RE3 and milestones like Ada Wong's Separate Ways and the PSVR Kitchen demo in RE7.
Quantum Technology Goes Real-World: From Labs to Everyday Applications
October 30, 2025, 1:52 AM EDT. Quantum technology is moving beyond laboratories toward real-world use across finance, materials, sensing, and computing. In practical terms, experimental processors, quantum sensors, and cryptographic advances are moving into pilot programs and industry partnerships. Key drivers include error correction improvements, scalable qubit architectures, and better cryogenics and control electronics. While timelines vary, early adoption targets are evident in optimization problems, drug discovery, supply chain security, and weather forecasting. Barriers remain: high costs, achievement of fault-tolerance, and ecosystem maturity. The coming years will see more commercial quantum solutions, hybrid quantum-classical workflows, and measurable real-world impact.
Resident Evil Requiem Road to Requiem Trailer: Switch 2, Gold Editions, and Fortnite Crossover
October 30, 2025, 1:48 AM EDT. Join Maggie Robertson as she revisits the Resident Evil saga ahead of the Road to Requiem launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on February 27, 2026. The new trailer dives into the series' origin-from Resident Evil 1 through Resident Evil: Village-centering on the t-Virus, the 1998 Raccoon City Incident, and the Umbrella Corporation, with fan-favorites like Claire Redfield and Leon Kennedy. It also reveals Resident Evil 7 Biohazard: Gold Edition and Village Gold Edition coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on Feb 27, 2026, plus extra modes. Village will offer a third-person option. Details include standard and deluxe editions of Resident Evil: Requiem, and the Switch 2 Pro controller, the amiibo for Grace Ashcroft, and a Fortnite collaboration.
Portugal PS Store leak hints Leon Kennedy as 2nd playable character in Resident Evil Requiem
October 30, 2025, 1:46 AM EDT. An entry on the official PlayStation Store for Portugal appears to reveal a second playable character in Resident Evil Requiem: Leon Kennedy. The page, linked to the RE9 Deluxe pre-order, allegedly shows a Deluxe Costume for Leon, fueling long-standing rumors about additional playable characters. Noted Capcom leaker Duskgolem (AestheticGamer) tweeted that Sony's store page accidentally leaked Leon in RE Requiem. As with many leaks, there is no official confirmation yet. Fans are discussing the potential reveal on the XboxEra forums and Discord while publishers and retailers may remove or update the listing. Expect official word from Capcom or Sony for confirmation and timing.
Miles College Partners with NVIDIA to Advance AI Education and Regional Innovation
October 30, 2025, 1:42 AM EDT. Miles College is partnering with NVIDIA to integrate AI across curricula, faculty research, and community programs. The collaboration will provide access to NVIDIA's Deep Learning Institute resources, enabling students and faculty to gain AI and accelerated computing skills, earn certifications, and expand the college's AI curriculum. President Bobbie Knight stresses AI fluency as a core competency for every graduate, preparing students for in-demand careers and leadership roles. The initiative supports the 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization and Growth and aligns with broader efforts to spur HBCU tech and regional economic development through tech education and entrepreneurship.
MediaTek Kompanio 540: A Power-Efficient Chromebook Chipset Coming January 2026
October 30, 2025, 1:40 AM EDT. MediaTek unveils the Kompanio 540, a Chromebook-focused chipset designed for students and casual use. The octa-core chip aims to balance performance with long battery life, delivering up to 35% better power efficiency than the Kompanio 520. It pairs a 2+6 CPU layout with two high-performance Cortex-A78 cores at 2.6GHz and six efficiency cores at 2.0GHz, plus a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU capable of 4K at 60Hz or dual 2.5K displays. For wireless, it includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0/LE, with memory/storage options like LPDDR5-6400, LPDDR4x-4266, eMMC 5.1 or UFS 3.1. I/O covers USB 3.2 Gen 2 and PCIe Gen 2. Chromebooks with this chip ship from January 2026, signaling a newer, more capable Chromebook era.
Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.2 fixes lock screen clock bug on Pixel phones and Pixel Tablet
October 30, 2025, 1:34 AM EDT. Google rolls out Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.2, fixing the lock screen clock bug that prevented selecting different clock styles. Following Beta 3.1's Desktop Mode fix, the update brings stability improvements across supported devices. It ships to Pixel 6/6 Pro/6a with BP41.250916.012 and Pixel 7 and newer (including the Pixel Tablet) with BP41.250916.012.A1 via OTA. The fix re-enables all clock options in Wallpaper & style settings. Some issues remain, such as reports of a non-functional speakerphone icon on the Pixel 10 Pro XL. If you're enrolled in the Android Beta Program, the OTA should arrive soon; otherwise, enroll to receive it.
Powell: AI spending isn't a bubble; earnings-backed growth and productivity drive the AI build-out
October 30, 2025, 1:32 AM EDT. Powell argued that AI spending differs from the dot-com bubble because it's backed by earnings, profitable business models, and longer-run productivity gains. He stressed that monetary policy isn't fueling the AI and data-center build-out, which is driven by corporate cash flow and long-term investment rather than cheap money. The remarks align with Goldman Sachs' view that the AI boom is sustainable, with potential massive productivity gains-estimates in the trillions in present value-and room for growth as AI investment as a share of GDP remains below prior tech cycles. The trend is visible in the real economy: more data centers and semiconductors spending and grid expansion, signaling a genuine growth engine rather than a financial bubble.
Alphabet: Firmly in the Generative AI Era, Pichai Says
October 30, 2025, 1:30 AM EDT. Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says the company is 'firmly in the generative AI era' as Q3 results show AI-driven growth. Google Cloud revenue rose 34% to $15.2 billion, with the backlog at $155 billion and operating income up to $3.6 billion. First-party models like Gemini process 7 billion tokens per minute, and the Gemini App now has over 650 million monthly active users. AI is lifting search and related revenue, with AI Overviews boosting queries. The firm notes growth in cloud deals, including more than $1 billion deals, and products built on AI models up 200% year over year. Paid subscriptions surpassed 300 million, with YouTube Premium contributing to ad revenue growth.
Asus RTX 5070 Ti Drops to All-Time Low for Black Friday: 16GB GDDR7, DLSS 4, and Advanced Cooling
October 30, 2025, 1:22 AM EDT. Amazon's early Black Friday deal drops the Asus TUF GeForce RTX 5070 Ti to an all-time low of $849 (was $999). Built on Nvidia's Blackwell architecture, it packs 16GB of GDDR7 and DLSS 4 AI frame-generation for crisper visuals and smoother gameplay. It runs at 2588 MHz in default mode and up to 2610 MHz in OC, delivering strong 1440p ultra and solid 4K in many titles. The card features a 3.125-slot cooler with three Axial-tech fans and a phase-change GPU thermal pad for cooler, quieter performance and longer life. Durable, moisture-resistant design uses military-grade components and protective PCB coating. Connectivity includes PCIe 5.0, DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI, plus GPU Tweak III for easy tuning and thermal monitoring. At $150 off, it's a standout Black Friday value.
OpenAI restructures into nonprofit OpenAI Foundation and for-profit OpenAI Group with new governance and stakes
October 30, 2025, 1:20 AM EDT. OpenAI announced a restructuring that folds its nested ownership into a nonprofit umbrella, now rebranded as the OpenAI Foundation, and a reimagined for-profit subsidiary, the OpenAI Group. The for-profit will be a Public Benefit Corporation, balancing financial returns with a broader public mission. The nonprofit will appoint the OpenAI Group's board, and its leadership will control major governance. OpenAI says the move is intended to accelerate an enormous infrastructure push, including data centers and high-performance chips, and to clear a path toward a potential public offering. The foundation will own 26% of the for-profit, worth roughly $130 billion at recent valuations, while Microsoft, an early backer, will hold about 27% with a $13.75 billion investment. The restructuring aims to align charity duties with capital needs while maintaining OpenAI's mission.
Deepfake Realism Reaches New Heights: How to Spot Sora AI and AI-Generated Videos
October 30, 2025, 1:16 AM EDT. AI-generated videos are getting more realistic, with Sora, OpenAI's AI video generator, and its Sora 2 app creating highly convincing clips. While a white watermark helps flag AI content, watermarking isn't perfect: static watermarks can be cropped and moving ones can be removed. Experts warn about the ease of producing dangerous deepfakes and spreading misinformation, sparking concerns from unions like SAG-AFTRA and calls for stronger guardrails at OpenAI. Identifying AI content remains challenging for platforms and users. In addition to watermarks, viewers should rely on additional verification methods as society adapts to a world of realistic deepfakes.
KeySmart SmartCard Wallet Tracker: $30 Each in a Three-Pack, AirTag Alternative
October 30, 2025, 1:10 AM EDT. Sponsored deal: the KeySmart SmartCard, a credit-card-sized tracker you can slide into a wallet, passport case, or ID card. It uses the Apple Find My app to locate valuables, offering a sleeker alternative to bulky AirTag trackers. Right now, a three-pack is available for $89.99 (reg. $119.97), about $30 each. Note that pricing can change after publication, and affiliate compensation may apply. If you want a compact way to track important items beyond keys, this wallet-sized tracker is worth considering, especially for travelers and organizers who value portability.
Samsung Internet for Windows arrives in beta with Galaxy AI and cross-device sync
October 30, 2025, 1:08 AM EDT. Samsung Internet is coming to Windows in beta with Galaxy AI features like Browsing Assist, delivering translation and summarization on any page. The Chromium-based desktop browser also adds cross-device sync for bookmarks, history, and passwords, plus a Privacy Dashboard. It hints at broader ambient AI goals and extended extension support. The service previously appeared briefly on the Microsoft Store in late 2023. The Windows beta starts October 30 for the US and South Korea, with more regions and a stable launch to follow.
Galaxy Z TriFold appears thinner than most Samsung foldables in first reveal
October 30, 2025, 1:02 AM EDT. Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold has been shown for the first time, and early indications say it could be thinner than most of Samsung's foldables. The Korea Economic Daily notes the TriFold looks to run about 4.2mm when unfolded, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and around 12-15mm (roughly 14mm) when folded. If accurate, that would place it slimmer than most prior book-style Fold devices-while the Galaxy Z Fold 7 sits at 8.9mm, earlier models range from 12.1mm to 17.1mm. The Huawei Mate XT remains a benchmark at 12.8mm folded. Samsung has not yet announced a full reveal or release window, but the early chatter underscores the company's ongoing push to shrink foldables.
BofA lifts Apple price target to $320 ahead of Q4 earnings on AI potential
October 30, 2025, 1:00 AM EDT. Bank of America reiterates a Buy on Apple and raises its price target to $320 ahead of the fiscal Q4 release, citing stronger iPhone 17 demand and AI upside. The note expects higher iPhone unit estimates, with guidance for revenue growth in the high single digits for the current quarter. Mohan highlights solid iPhone 17 Pro/Max sales as a key driver. The firm also points to AI as a meaningful lever for longer-term revenues, including potential AI augmented wearables, in-house AI robots/smart home, and possible disruption to traditional search. The stock has gained about 56% since April and about 10% in 2025, trading near $268 prior to earnings.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite review: Nothing's first entry-level phone with a single Glyph LED
October 30, 2025, 12:58 AM EDT. Nothing Phone (3a) Lite marks Nothing's first entry-level device. It's closely aligned with the CMF Phone 2 Pro on most specs-6.77-inch 1080p 120Hz AMOLED, 5000mAh battery with 33W charging, and a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro SoC. The design sticks with the brand's semi-transparent rear glass and a matte frame, though it can feel slippery. The Glyph light survives as a single LED in the bottom-right. Available in Black and White, the 8/128GB starts at $249/€249/£249, with 8/256GB at $279/€279/£279. Open sales started today. Inside the box: USB-C cable and silicone case. It's a compelling budget option for Nothing fans who want the look without the price.
Alphabet posts first $100B-quarter as AI push reshapes Google's business
October 30, 2025, 12:56 AM EDT. Alphabet Inc. posted its first-ever quarter with more than $100 billion in revenue, underscoring the power of its internet empire amid antitrust scrutiny and fierce AI competition. In the July-September period, profit reached about $35 billion and revenue rose 16% to $102.3 billion, topping analysts' expectations and sending shares higher in after-hours trading. The results came as the company's CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted AI-powered momentum, including Gemini reaching 650 million monthly users and Google's expanding AI features across search and Chrome. Alphabet also raised its 2024 capex view to $91-93 billion, largely for data centers to power AI. Ad sales totaled $74.2 billion, up 13%, while the Cloud business continued to be the fastest-growing arm. The tone amid a DOJ case and competitor chatter remains confident about long-term AI-led growth.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite: Budget Android with a 6.77-inch display, AI features, and expandable storage
October 30, 2025, 12:48 AM EDT. Nothing expands into the budget segment with the Phone 3a Lite, priced from 249 euros. It features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display at 120Hz (2,392×1,080, 10-bit color) and a triple camera setup: 50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, macro; 16MP front. Power comes from a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB storage, plus a microSD slot for up to 2TB. An aluminum frame and IP54 rating accompany Nothing OS 3.5 and an AI-enabled Essential Space via an Essential Key. Preinstalled apps (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Meta services) are largely non-removable. A 5,000mAh battery supports 33W fast charging and 5W reverse wireless charging. The device signals budget pricing with some trade-offs in bloatware and camera array design.
Apple expands App Store submission options, custom product pages, and offer codes for all IAPs
October 30, 2025, 12:46 AM EDT. Apple is expanding App Store submission and marketing tools. Developers can now submit additional items to App Review independent of an app version, including In-App Events, Game Center features, and critical bug fixes. Apple also lets developers publish up to 70 custom product pages at a time and attach keywords to each page to improve discoverability. In the same update, the company expands offer codes to all In-App Purchase (IAP) types, with a planned sunsetting of traditional promo codes: starting March 26, 2026, promo codes for IAPs can no longer be created in App Store Connect; existing codes can be redeemed until they expire. This marks a shift toward more flexible app marketing and a gradual promo code transition.
Apple iOS 26.1 Release Date: Key Features and Timeline
October 30, 2025, 12:44 AM EDT. Apple is gearing up to release iOS 26.1, with the release candidate beta arriving on Oct. 28 and a general rollout likely on Nov. 3 or 4. iOS 26.1 bundles security fixes from 26.0.2 and introduces major updates like Liquid Glass design options, including a toggle to adjust translucency. It also adds the ability to turn off the lock screen's swipe-to-camera gesture and changes alarm dismissal to a slide instead of a tap. The update further enables automatic background installation of security improvements. All signs point to iOS 26.1 being the main update instead of 26.0.2, offering both security enhancements and new features ahead of the holidays.
NVIDIA GTC Slide Sparks ~$400 Billion in Gains as CFO Clarifies $500B Sales Outlook
October 30, 2025, 12:42 AM EDT.NVIDIA shares rose about 3% today, extending a multi-day rally that has left the stock up ~14.7% over the past five sessions. The move traces to a slide from the company's GTC presentation that investors interpreted as implying $500 billion in cumulative sales for Blackwell and Rubin. In subsequent calls, NVIDIA's CFO clarified that the figure is cumulative across both platforms and includes some networking, with roughly 30% of the sales already realized. The slide's ambiguity helped fuel a broader debate on the chart's meaning and investors' under/overestimation of the pipeline. After the clarification, the stock pared gains but still closed near the day's higher levels. Analysts will watch tonight for further catalysts and any color on timing of the networking portion.
Tesla FSD V14 Lite, Robotaxi Rollout, and AI Leadership in Q3 2025 Earnings
October 30, 2025, 12:40 AM EDT. Tesla's Q3 2025 earnings call doubled down on an AI-driven strategy, highlighting ongoing FSD progress, a Robotaxi fleet, and software breakthroughs. FSD V14 rolled out with edge-case handling-debris avoidance, emergency-vehicle yielding, and smart parking-while the fleet surpassed 6 billion cumulative miles across FSD Beta and V12+. Adoption sits around 12% of eligible vehicles in North America. A lighter FSD V14 option for HW3 is planned for Q2 2026, with more comfort improvements and a feature called Banish for autonomous parking. Tesla expanded FSD to Australia and New Zealand for AI4-equipped cars, while regulatory hurdles in China and Europe persist. The company frames a broader AI future and growth in its Robotaxi program.
Murena Fairphone Gen 6 Now Available in the US – Repairable, De-Googled Android with /e/OS
October 30, 2025, 12:38 AM EDT. Murena brings the Gen 6 Fairphone to the US, shipping with /e/OS instead of Fairphone's Android. The 6.3-inch, 120 Hz OLED, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, 8 GB RAM, and 256 GB storage target solid mid-range performance. Its standout feature is repairability: user-replaceable 4415 mAh battery, modular components, USB-C, display, speakers, and camera blocks, plus microSD up to 2 TB. It's IP55, with a 32 MP front camera, dual-SIM 5G (eSIM + nano SIM), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and 30 W charging. The /e/OS option emphasizes privacy, potentially limiting Google app access. US pricing is $899 vs €599 in Europe. Fairphone offers a 5-year warranty if bought by end of 2027 (3-year warranty starting 2028).
Apple Watch Series 11: The Hidden Edge of Seamless Setup
October 30, 2025, 12:32 AM EDT. Apple's ongoing refinements make setup feel almost magical, turning initial pairing into a seamless experience across generations. The watch has become a practical hub-enabling boarding passes and travel tickets to live in Wallet at a glance. After upgrading, most tasks just work, with occasional apps needing authorization or Apple Pay/Wallet verification from providers. In daily use you can read messages, track your steps, check the weather, pay for groceries, navigate transit, get directions, and take calls over cellular. It even assists in the kitchen by converting ingredient measurements. The result is a tightly integrated ecosystem where hardware, software, travel, and payments come together on your wrist.
Inside OSUIT's New IT Lab: Micro-computing, Robotics, and a State-of-the-Art Faraday Room
October 30, 2025, 12:30 AM EDT. OSUIT's IT Innovations Lab unveils hands-on hubs for micro-computing, robotics, and a large Faraday Room that blocks wireless signals for secure digital forensics and cybersecurity training. The Nov. 5 open house will feature student projects, collaborative workspaces, and demonstrations inside the Faraday Room, which protects data during investigations and supports law enforcement partnerships. The expanded facility accommodates multiple users and more complex activities, enabling training for information security careers and closer collaboration with industry partners and community groups. "The IT Innovations Lab isn't an average classroom-it's a playground for tech," says Dr. Kathleen Olivieri. From gaming systems and LED/sensor projects to AI initiatives, the lab turns classroom concepts into hands-on outcomes, helping OSUIT students prepare for tech-focused careers.
The Clipping Economy: How Short Clips Make Internet Stars Go Viral
October 30, 2025, 12:28 AM EDT. NPR's Scott Detrow and Cecilia D'Anastasio explore a cottage industry of clipping-editing long videos into addictive, short-form clips for platforms like Instagram Reels and TikTok. The practice, often billed as authentic fandom, is a modern marketing technique where thousands of contractors, paid around $300 to $1,500 per million views, produce clips that drive viewers to the creator's work. The Bloomberg report centers on a 23-year-old founder, Anthony Fujiwara, who scales this service for big names like MrBeast and IShowSpeed. The piece argues the clipping economy short-circuits traditional discovery and monetizes attention by turning passive fans into a paid, outsourced amplification force.
Meta, Google, and Microsoft Triple Down on AI Spending
October 30, 2025, 12:24 AM EDT. Meta, Google (Alphabet), and Microsoft are signaling aggressive AI infrastructure spending. Meta's 2024 capex is set for $70-$72B with 2025 described as notably larger; revenue hit $51.24B last quarter. Zuckerberg says Meta will front-load capacity to meet AI demand, expanding AI teams even after a ~600-job reduction, and expects AI to lift ads and VR. Alphabet's 2025 capex guide sits at $91-$93B, up from roughly $75B; quarterly revenue was $102.3B, cloud $15.15B, and Gemini reached 650M MAU. Microsoft posted $77B revenue, with cloud up 26% y/y and capex of $34.9B, a modest uplift against forecasts, underscoring the push into AI infrastructure.
General Modeling and Optimization Technique for Real-World Earth Observation Satellite Scheduling – Decoupled Framework, EO Modeling, and PC-MA Algorithm Library
October 30, 2025, 12:22 AM EDT. Researchers from NTDU and Xidian University present a general modeling and optimization technique for real-world EOS scheduling. The approach combines a decoupled framework (separating modeling, constraints, and optimization) with a universal modeling method that introduces executable opportunity (EO)-a discretized version of the VTW-as a reusable resource. It uniformly models three key operations-imaging, downlink, and memory-erasing-and represents schedules with an n×3 decision matrix. An algorithm library offers 10 optimization methods, including Tabu search, genetic algorithm, and simulated annealing, plus a parallel competitive memetic algorithm (PC-MA). PC-MA exploits parallel computing, algorithm competition, and evolutionary strategies to balance exploration and exploitation. Experiments on benchmarks show state-of-the-art performance, and on China's SuperView-1 four-EOS constellation it beats the in-use system by over 50% under full real-world constraints, proving practical value.
DJI Urges U.S. Government To Complete Security Review As Retroactive Ban Powers Take Effect
October 30, 2025, 12:20 AM EDT. DJI warns that without a government security review by December 23, 2025, the company could be automatically added to the FCC's Covered List, triggering potential retroactive bans on drones like the Mavic 4 Pro and Mini 5 Pro. DJI's Adam Welsh stresses the distinction that the company is not yet on the list, but the NDAA deadline creates a hard timeline for a security assessment. If no review is completed, the FCC could ban devices approved after December 23, 2024, affecting areas from emergency response to agriculture that rely on DJI technology. The company urges extension or a fair process to protect jobs, safety, and innovation while minimizing disruption to first responders and small businesses.
YouTube Offers Voluntary Buyouts as It Shifts Focus to AI
October 30, 2025, 12:12 AM EDT. YouTube is restructuring its product teams and offering US-based employees voluntary buyout packages with severance as it pivots toward artificial intelligence. CEO Neal Mohan's memo outlines a reorganization that adds three product groups and assigns leadership to Christian Oestlien (subscriptions: Music, Premium, TV, Primetime Channels, Podcasts, Commerce) and Johanna Voolich (viewer products: YouTube app, Living Room, Search/Discovery, Kids, Learning, Trust & Safety). YouTube says no roles are being eliminated. The move comes as tech giants accelerate AI adoption; Amazon recently cut tens of thousands of jobs to sharpen focus on AI-driven efficiency. YouTube frames the changes as embracing the AI frontier to boost productivity and future growth.
Mystery light over Ireland traced to SpaceX rocket launch
October 30, 2025, 12:08 AM EDT. Residents across Ireland reported a bright, moving light from west to east, triggering theories of aliens before officials pointed to space activity. SpaceX launched 29 new Starlink satellites from Florida today. The light's appearance matches the fuel dump signature seen after similar launches, and the Falcon 9 first stage returned to Earth about 8.5 minutes later while the upper stage continued toward orbit. SpaceX's Starlink constellation is now expanding past 8,000 satellites, part of the private company's effort to provide global internet service. While speculation ran wild, officials say the event most likely resulted from a rocket launch and related exhaust plumes, illustrating how rocket activity can create dramatic sky displays far from the launch site.
Nvidia Becomes First Public Company Valued Over $5 Trillion as AI Dominance Grows
October 30, 2025, 12:04 AM EDT. Nvidia just became the first publicly traded company to exceed a $5 trillion market value, underscoring its dominance in the AI hardware space. With an estimated 90% share of the AI chip market, Nvidia is positioned as a central player for countries and firms betting on the future of artificial intelligence. Executives at Nvidia highlight domestic manufacturing growth in the U.S., including Blackwell chip production in Arizona, and new partnerships in 5G/6G infrastructure, self-driving cars, and large-scale AI systems for the energy sector. Analysts predict continued ascent, with some foreseeing a $6 trillion valuation by 2026. The story paints a picture of Silicon Valley as an engine powering American competitiveness in the global tech economy.
