The Pixel 10 series gained the ability to share files with iPhones via Quick Share in November last year. Now, it appears Google is preparing to extend the feature to the older Pixel 9 lineup as well.
Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, recently detailed its use of AI to modernize its legacy error tracker. The experiment produced some code that was, in their own words, “plain wrong.” This highlights the double-edged sword of AI-assisted development.
Nike has sold its digital collectibles subsidiary RTFKT, marking a full retreat from its blockchain ambitions. Separately, President Trump directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage bonds to lower housing costs ahead of the midterms.
New research reveals superionic water, the hot conductive ice inside planets like Neptune, doesn’t follow normal rules. Under extreme pressure, multiple atomic packing structures can coexist, which may finally explain the planets’ chaotic magnetic fields.
A new New York Times report details Apple’s succession planning, naming hardware chief John Ternus as the leading candidate to replace Tim Cook. Cook, 65, has reportedly told senior leaders he is tired and wants to reduce his workload.
Microsoft has locked in its next Xbox Developer Direct showcase for January 22, 2026. The event promises extended gameplay for the Fable reboot and the first look at Forza Horizon 6’s Japan setting. It’s a key preview of Xbox’s 2026 lineup.
At CES, Digital Storm showed off two new high-end PC lines. The slim Vector and massive Aventum 5 can both be configured with NVIDIA’s new professional-grade RTX 6000 Pro Blackwell graphics.
FedEx is making a major play in the returns space, betting that simplifying the process for shoppers and shippers is critical for growth. With nearly 20% of online sales expected to be returned, the post-purchase experience is now a frontline battleground for carriers and retailers alike.
Borouge, in partnership with Honeywell, has run a successful AI proof of concept at its Ruwais facility. The live test showed potential for 20% efficiency gains and 15% lower operating costs, a step toward a fully autonomous control room.
Phlux Technology is showing off its Aura family of “Noiseless” InGaAs APD sensors. The company claims they offer huge sensitivity boosts for applications like LiDAR and fiber optic testing, which could translate into cheaper, smaller systems.
