Apple reportedly preparing low-cost MacBook Neo
Apple is reportedly developing a low-cost "MacBook Neo" laptop, which could be announced as soon as this Wednesday and may feature an iPhone chip.
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592 storiesApple updates MacBook Air and Pro with AI-focused M5 chips
Apple has launched new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models featuring M5 chips, which the company claims offer up to 4x faster AI task performance than previous generations.
Apple adds Thunderbolt 5 and medical imaging to new displays
Apple launched new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR models featuring Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, with medical imaging software currently pending FDA clearance in the U.S.
Apple debuts M5 Pro and M5 Max chips with Fusion Architecture
Apple debuted its M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, featuring a new "Fusion Architecture" that delivers up to 30% faster CPU performance and significant AI compute gains.
Apple launches new M4-powered iPad Air starting at $599
Apple unveiled a new iPad Air powered by the M4 chip, featuring an updated neural engine and increased memory, with prices starting at $599.
Apple launches $599 iPhone 17e with AI support
Apple has unveiled the $599 iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly smartphone featuring the A19 chip, Apple Intelligence support, and upgraded cellular connectivity.
Honor unveils 'robot phone' with motorized camera arm
Honor plans to launch a "robot phone" featuring a motorized camera arm in the second half of this year, alongside updates to its foldable, tablet, and laptop lines.
Honor unveils Magic V6 with 6,600 mAh battery and slim design
Honor launched the Magic V6 foldable, featuring a 6,600 mAh battery and a slim 8.75 mm profile, with plans for an international release in the second half of the year.
Xiaomi launches 17 Ultra smartphone and new gadgets in EU and U.K.
Xiaomi launched the Leica-branded 17 Ultra smartphone, wearables, and accessories in the EU and U.K. ahead of the Mobile World Congress.
China’s humanoid robot industry leads in speed and volume
China is outpacing U.S. rivals in humanoid robot production, leveraging a robust hardware supply chain to scale faster than Western competitors.
IDC and Counterpoint predict record smartphone shipment decline
IDC and Counterpoint predict a record smartphone shipment decline in 2026 as memory shortages force price hikes and structural market changes.
Ultrahuman unveils Ring Pro to revive U.S. market presence
Ultrahuman has unveiled its new Ring Pro, featuring a redesigned form factor and longer battery life, as it attempts to revive its U.S. business following a patent dispute.
Meta eyes luxury market with potential Prada AI glasses
Meta may be preparing to launch Prada-branded AI glasses, potentially expanding its eyewear strategy following a successful year of sales for its existing smart glasses.
Samsung unveils S26 smartphones and agentic AI features
Samsung launched its S26 smartphone series and new earbuds, featuring upgraded hardware and expanded AI integrations with Google and Perplexity.
Alphabet moves robotics unit Intrinsic into Google
Alphabet-owned robotics software company Intrinsic is joining Google to integrate its platform with Google’s AI and cloud infrastructure, aiming to advance physical AI for manufacturing.
Samsung debuts Black Matrix display tech for privacy
Samsung introduced Black Matrix display technology, initially for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which uses pixel architecture to enable per-app privacy modes and prevent shoulder surfing.
CUDIS expands wearable lineup with AI agent and points system
Wearable startup CUDIS is launching a new health ring line featuring an AI-powered coach and a points-based incentive system for healthy behaviors.
Waymo expands robotaxi testing to Chicago and Charlotte
Waymo is expanding its autonomous vehicle testing to Chicago and Charlotte, marking a push to prove its robotaxi technology is nationally scalable.
MatX raises $500 million to challenge Nvidia in AI chips
MatX raised $500 million in Series B funding to develop specialized AI processors that aim to outperform Nvidia’s GPUs by 10 times in LLM training.
Study finds plug-in hybrids are rarely charged by owners
A new Fraunhofer Institute study finds plug-in hybrid vehicles are often rarely charged, leading to significantly higher emissions and lower efficiency than official ratings suggest.