Turning off Google’s AICore on Samsung phones sounds easy — here’s what changes

Dezactivarea AICore de la Google pe telefoanele Samsung pare ușoară — iată ce se schimbă

Disabling Google’s AICore system service on a Samsung Galaxy S24 FE stopped some Galaxy AI features from running locally, shifting others to cloud processing, according to Android Authority tests. Image tools like Generative Edit required cloud access after AICore was off, while Circle to Search and Live Transcribe still worked. No speed gains were observed. The AICore app continued to use about 1.3 GB of storage.
februarie 9, 2026

Anthropic AI legal plug-in batters Relx, Wolters Kluwer as software and ad stocks slide

Pluginul legal Anthropic AI lovește Relx, Wolters Kluwer, pe măsură ce acțiunile software și publicitate scad

februarie 4, 2026
Shares of RELX, Wolters Kluwer, and Thomson Reuters fell over 10% Tuesday after Anthropic launched a legal plug-in for its Claude AI chatbot. RELX dropped as much as 17%, nearing its biggest one-day loss since 1988. Publicis and SAP also declined. Investors cited concerns that generative AI could undercut pricing power in software, data, and advertising.
Sun fires 4 strong solar flares as NOAA tracks X8.1 blast and possible Earth brush-by

Soarele emite 4 erupții solare puternice, în timp ce NOAA monitorizează explozia X8.1 și posibila atingere a Pământului

februarie 3, 2026
NOAA reported a major X8.1 solar flare from active region 4366 late on February 1, with minor solar effects possible around February 5. NASA recorded four X-class flares between February 1 and early February 2. U.S. forecasters raised the risk of radio blackouts and a minor solar radiation storm through February 4. Most ejected material is expected to miss Earth, with only marginal impacts likely.
Garmin Connect iOS bug fix rolls out after watches stop syncing — but not everyone is back online

Corectarea erorii Garmin Connect pentru iOS este lansată după ce ceasurile au încetat să se mai sincronizeze — dar nu toți utilizatorii sunt din nou online

februarie 2, 2026
Garmin released version 5.21.1 of its Garmin Connect iOS app to fix sync issues between watches and iPhones after recent updates. Some users must re-pair devices, which erases Garmin Pay wallet data. The patch does not resolve the problem for all; reports continue of missing devices and failed connections. Android devices are unaffected.
Apple’s M5 Pro MacBook Pro still missing — February timing tipped, OLED redesign teased for late 2026

MacBook Pro M5 Pro de la Apple încă lipsește — lansare posibilă în februarie, reproiectare OLED sugerată pentru sfârșitul lui 2026

februarie 1, 2026
Apple may delay the launch of its high-end MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips until macOS Tahoe 26.3 releases, now expected in February, according to Cult of Mac. Mac sales fell 7% year-over-year last quarter to $8.39 billion. Reports point to a major MacBook Pro redesign with OLED touchscreens coming late 2026.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: New colors, camera redesign and S Pen changes — but soaring memory prices could decide the price

Scurgeri despre Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Noi culori, reproiectare a camerei și modificări la S Pen — dar prețurile în creștere ale memoriei ar putea influența costul

februarie 1, 2026
Leaked reports say the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature new "Shadow" colors, a redesigned camera ring, and an updated S Pen. Rising memory costs are forcing Samsung to reconsider its 2026 pricing strategy. Co-CEO TM Roh told Reuters the company may have to raise prices due to an "unprecedented" chip shortage. No mention of a titanium model in the latest color leaks.
NASA’s TESS Spots Rare Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS — New Data Target Its Spin

TESS de la NASA detectează cometa interstelară rară 3I/ATLAS — Noile date vizează rotația acesteia

ianuarie 31, 2026
NASA’s TESS spacecraft captured new images of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS in January as it exits the solar system. Scientists are analyzing changes in the comet’s brightness to study its rotation and activity. TESS observed the comet between January 15 and 22, with data now publicly available. The comet’s apparent magnitude was measured at about 11.5, far dimmer than the naked eye can see.
Apple AirTag 2 arrives with longer range and louder chime — and an iOS 26.2.1 update you may need

Apple AirTag 2 sosește cu rază de acțiune mai mare și semnal sonor mai puternic — și o actualizare iOS 26.2.1 de care ai putea avea nevoie

Apple released its second-generation AirTag, keeping the $29 price but boosting tracking range and speaker volume. Precision Finding now works with Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2. The new AirTag uses an upgraded ultra wideband chip for more accurate location. iOS 26.2.1 adds support for the device; no new security issues were reported.
Instagram down for thousands: Downdetector flags outage as users report app problems

Instagram nu funcționează pentru mii de utilizatori: Downdetector semnalează o pană în timp ce utilizatorii raportează probleme cu aplicația

ianuarie 30, 2026
Instagram suffered an outage Tuesday morning, with over 2,800 users reporting issues by 11:39 a.m. Pacific, Downdetector said. Most complaints focused on the mobile app, including posting errors and login problems. By Thursday, reports had returned to normal in Canada and Poland. The cause of Tuesday’s outage remains unknown.
FDA hits pause on Regenxbio gene therapies after child’s brain tumor; stock slumps

FDA oprește temporar terapiile genice Regenxbio după apariția unei tumori cerebrale la un copil; acțiunile scad

ianuarie 29, 2026
The U.S. FDA suspended Regenxbio’s clinical trials for gene therapies RGX-111 and RGX-121 after a brain tumor was found in a child who received RGX-111. Regenxbio shares fell about 20% in morning trading. The company said it is investigating a possible link between the therapy and the tumor. No tumors have been reported in other trial participants.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Release Date Leak: Feb 25 Unpacked, March 11 Sales — What We Know

Scurgere privind data lansării Samsung Galaxy S26: Unpacked pe 25 februarie, vânzări din 11 martie — Ce știm

ianuarie 28, 2026
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 series at an Unpacked event on February 25, with South Korean sales starting March 11, according to leaker Ice Universe. Pricing is rumored to match last year’s models, starting at $799 for the base S26. The launch comes later than usual as competitors prepare spring releases. Samsung has not confirmed the event.
150 Million Passwords Exposed: Gmail and Facebook Logins Found in Open Database

150 de milioane de parole expuse: Datele de conectare Gmail și Facebook găsite într-o bază de date deschisă

ianuarie 27, 2026
A security researcher found an unsecured database with about 149 million user-password pairs, including 48 million Gmail and 17 million Facebook logins. The database, traced to infostealer malware, was taken offline after the researcher alerted the hosting provider. Samples included emails, usernames, passwords, and login URLs. No major platform breach was identified.
Android 17 is coming: Google’s latest Android updates offer fresh clues

Android 17 vine: cele mai recente actualizări Android de la Google oferă indicii noi

ianuarie 26, 2026
Google updated its system services release notes on Jan. 19, detailing new Play services and Play Store updates independent of full Android releases. Leaks suggest Android 17 may introduce a redesigned notification area with separate panels and distinct toggles for Wi‑Fi and mobile data, though Google has not confirmed these features. The company will now publish Android source code twice a year, in T2 and T4.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold hits U.S. stores for demos — but you still can’t buy it yet

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold ajunge în magazinele din SUA pentru demonstrații — dar încă nu îl poți cumpăra

ianuarie 26, 2026
Samsung is offering hands-on demos of its Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone at select Samsung Experience Stores in California, New York, Texas, and Minnesota ahead of its U.S. launch. The company has not announced a U.S. release date or price, stating only an early 2026 launch. Demo units highlight the device’s tri-fold design and Samsung’s Galaxy AI features. The phone is already on sale in South Korea and parts of the Middle East.
iOS 26.3 Release Date Watch: Apple Readies RCS Texting, Android Transfer and Security Fixes

Data lansării iOS 26.3: Apple pregătește mesaje RCS, transfer Android și remedieri de securitate

Apple is expected to release iOS 26.3 before the end of January, introducing encrypted RCS messaging with Android and a new iPhone-to-Android transfer tool. The update follows iOS 26.2, which addressed major security flaws in December. Media reports say the second beta does not fully enable encrypted RCS yet. Additional security fixes and expanded weather backgrounds are also anticipated.
Google Pixel “Take a Message” bug may leak your background audio — Google investigates

Bugul Google Pixel „Take a Message” poate divulga sunetul de fundal — Google investighează

ianuarie 24, 2026
Google is investigating reports that its Pixel “Take a Message” feature may transmit users’ background audio to callers after missed calls. Some Reddit users say callers hear room noise or conversations instead of voicemail greetings. The issue appears limited to certain Pixel models. Google says the feature is available on Pixel 4 and newer phones in the US, UK, Ireland, and Australia.
NASA interrupts TESS survey to track interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS as SPHEREx spots stronger gases

NASA întrerupe sondajul TESS pentru a urmări cometa interstelară 3I/ATLAS, în timp ce SPHEREx detectează gaze mai puternice

ianuarie 22, 2026
NASA redirected its TESS satellite from its regular survey to observe interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, collecting continuous brightness data from January 15–22. New SPHEREx measurements show the comet’s gas emissions surged twentyfold after its October perihelion, with new signs of cyanide and organic gases. NASA says 3I/ATLAS poses no threat to Earth and will remain visible with small telescopes through spring.
Comet 3I/ATLAS suddenly looks “fully active” — and astronomers say the window is closing

Cometa 3I/ATLAS pare brusc „pe deplin activ” — iar astronomii spun că fereastra de observare se închide

ianuarie 21, 2026
NASA’s SPHEREx telescope recorded a surge in gas and dust from interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS after its close solar pass. Scientists confirm it as only the third known interstellar object in the solar system. The comet reaches opposition on January 22, improving ground-based viewing. Data show water vapor emissions about 20 times higher than previous readings.
Turn Your iPhone Off And On Again? iOS 26.2 Security Warning Triggers Fresh Calls to Update

Oprește și repornește iPhone-ul? Avertismentul de securitate iOS 26.2 declanșează noi apeluri pentru actualizare

ianuarie 20, 2026
Apple said two WebKit flaws patched in iOS 26.2 may have been used in highly targeted attacks. Security researchers urge iPhone users to update and restart devices, warning that many remain on older software due to resistance to iOS 26’s design. Apple released fixes for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and other platforms on December 12, 2025.
Apple’s “Restart Now” iPhone Alert: Why the iOS 26.2 Security Update Suddenly Matters

Alertele „Reporniți acum” de la Apple pe iPhone: De ce actualizarea de securitate iOS 26.2 contează brusc

ianuarie 19, 2026
Apple released fixes for two WebKit vulnerabilities in iOS 26.2 and iOS 18.7.3 after warning they may have been used in highly targeted attacks on older iPhones. Adoption of iOS 26.2 remains low, with many devices running outdated software. Apple urges users to update and restart their devices. Google’s Threat Analysis Group assisted in investigating the breach.
Scurgeri și zvonuri despre Google Pixel 11 astăzi (12 ianuarie 2026): dată de lansare, preț, specificații, design — și upgrade-ul camerei dorit de fani

Scurgeri și zvonuri despre Google Pixel 11 astăzi (12 ianuarie 2026): dată de lansare, preț, specificații, design — și upgrade-ul camerei dorit de fani

ianuarie 16, 2026
Reports indicate Google plans to launch four Pixel 11 models, including a foldable, in the second half of 2026. The Pixel 11 Pro is rumored to receive a telephoto macro camera upgrade, a feature already common among competitors. Internal codenames for the devices have surfaced. Discussion around the camera focuses on smarter photography rather than higher megapixels.
RedMagic 11 Pro: The Gaming Phone That Puts Water in Its Veins (First Liquid-Cooled Smartphone Stuns Tech World)

RedMagic 11 Pro: Telefonul de gaming cu apă în vene (Primul smartphone răcit cu lichid uimește lumea tehnologiei)

ianuarie 9, 2026
The RedMagic 11 Pro is the first mass-produced smartphone with a visible active liquid cooling circuit, using a fluorinated liquid pumped through a transparent tube on its back. The phone combines this with a 24,000 RPM fan and a record-large vapor chamber, achieving around 80% sustained performance in 3DMark stress tests and surface temperatures near 56°C. YouTuber JerryRigEverything called it "the most durable phone on the planet" after extreme tests.