Top updates from 2026
August 2026
- Featurememeburn.com
Samsung's One UI 9.5 Leak Reveals a Visual Overhaul That Actually Looks Good
A leaked One UI 9.5 build for the Galaxy S26 introduces a 'glass-mirror' design with translucent panels, depth effects, and drop shadows, marking Samsung’s boldest visual overhaul in years. The update…
- Partnershipgeekwire.com
Filings show Amazon’s stake in electric trucking company that just struck a deal for 500 Tesla Semis
Amazon holds warrants for 12% of Einride, a Swedish electric trucking company, with vesting tied to freight service purchases. Einride will deploy 500 Tesla Semis for Amazon and others, marking the la…

- economist.com
Meta’s blockbuster trial draws parallels to big tobacco

- lbc.co.uk
Meta accused of covering up children's online safety concerns as landmark social media addiction trial begins
Meta is on trial in California for allegedly designing its platforms to be addictive and violating child privacy laws. The lawsuit, brought by 29 US states, seeks billions in damages and includes test…
- Launchmacrumors.com
National Parks Apple Watch Activity Challenge Launching August 23
Apple announced its annual National Parks Apple Watch activity challenge, launching on August 23, 2026. Apple Watch owners can earn an activity award by completing a 20-minute hike, walk, run, or whee…

- abc.net.au
Meta trial that could reshape Facebook and Instagram gets underway in California
A coalition of 29 US states sued Meta in California federal court, alleging Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict children and violate data privacy laws. The trial, expected to last six weeks…
- Pricingtechcrunch.com
Apple overhauls its EU App Store fees, loosens rules for alternative app stores
Apple replaced its EU Core Technology Fee with a flat 5% commission on digital goods sold outside the App Store or via the web, while reducing in-app purchase fees to 26% (15% for eligible programs). …

- theverge.com
Apple squashes EU beef with new App Store rules
Apple implemented new EU App Store terms effective October 1st, introducing a 5% Core Technology Commission fee for digital transactions outside the App Store and reducing in-app purchase fees to 26% …

- Launchtechcrunch.com
Why Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods may not be the ‘pervert pods’ consumers fear
Leaked macOS 26.7 RC footage and code confirm Apple is developing AirPods with low-resolution cameras designed to feed visual data to Siri for tasks like identifying objects or navigating, not recordi…

- macrumors.com
September 1 to Mark the End of an Era at Apple
Apple announced Tim Cook will step down as CEO on September 1, 2026, after 15 years, transitioning to executive chairman. John Ternus, Apple's hardware engineering chief, will become CEO, bringing a m…

- gizmodo.com
Apple Is Sending Out a Huge Wave of Spyware Warnings. You Should Take Them Seriously
Apple sent threat notifications to users in 110 countries, warning of mercenary spyware targeting high-profile individuals. The alerts, now displayed on lock screens and in Settings, are the largest-s…
- Launchtheverge.com
Whoop drops the subscription requirement for its Advanced Labs blood testing.
Whoop Advanced Labs, its blood testing service launched last year, is now available to non-wearable users at $150+ starting price. The service now includes the multi-cancer early detection test Galler…

- Launchmacrumors.com
Apple Just Leaked More Than 10 New Products
macOS 26.7 Release Candidate code references more than 10 unreleased Apple products, including infrared-equipped AirPods, a foldable iPhone, a new smart home hub, OLED MacBook and iPad mini models, an…

- Launchfirstpost.com
Apple AirPods with camera first look leaked ahead of iPhone 18 Pro launch
A macOS Tahoe demo video reveals Apple’s unreleased camera-equipped AirPods (codename B790), showcasing Visual Intelligence features that recognize objects via Siri. The product, under development for…
- wionews.com
Apple’s next AirPods could have cameras instead of just microphones: What we know
A leaked video in macOS Tahoe 26.7 suggests Apple is testing AirPods with cameras for Visual Intelligence, enabling AI to recognize objects like books and answer Siri queries about surroundings. The f…
- cnbctv18.com
Meta’s next trial may end in $1.4 trillion in damages
A trial involving Meta could result in up to $1.4 trillion in damages, as states allege the company designed Facebook and Instagram to addict young users while misleading the public about risks to chi…

- Featureandroidauthority.com
WHOOP unlocks its advanced lab testing for everyone to use
WHOOP removed the membership requirement for its Advanced Labs clinical testing service, making it available to all users starting at $150. The service now includes GRAIL’s multi-cancer early detectio…

- khaleejtimes.com
Samsung may launch second wide-fold model in 2027: Reports
Samsung is reportedly developing two wide-format foldable phones for 2027, including a tri-fold device and a wide-fold model, following the success of its Galaxy Z Fold 8 launched in August 2026. Indu…
- Launchgsmarena.com
Apple AirPods with cameras surface in leaked video
A leaked video from macOS 26.7 RC demonstrates AirPods with built-in cameras, enabling Siri's Visual Intelligence to analyze surroundings and save objects for later. The feature is expected to provide…
- Launchnewsbytesapp.com
Samsung launches Galaxy Forever with 24-month no-cost EMIs in India
Samsung introduced Galaxy Forever in India, offering 24-month no-cost EMIs for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, bundled with Samsung Care+ and an early buyback option. Monthly payments start at…

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