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Press review · Monday, 26 October 2026
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macrumors.com
2027 Macs to Get AI-Focused M7 Chips as Apple Skips High-End M6
Apple is changing its Apple silicon launch timeline to speed up the debut of chips designed for artificial intelligence workloads, reports Bloomberg. Apple plans to release an M6 chip for entry-level Macs as soon as this year, but it has canceled plans for higher-end M6 Pro and M6 Max chips. Instead, Apple's next Pro and Max chips will be part of its M7 chip lineup, with the first M7 chips launching in 2027. An M5 Ultra chip could also come as soon as this year.
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theverge.com
Samsung’s new budget phone costs $50 more despite downgrades
The Galaxy A27 has a new chip, but worse waterproofing and lower resolution cameras than its predecessor.
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Android 17’s new foldable gaming mode could make flippy phones more fun
A whole half of your screen will be dedicated to touch controls.
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nintendolife.com
Star Fox Routes Walkthrough And Alternate Routes Map For Every Stage
Plan-et your way ahead
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sammobile.com
New Galaxy S23 software update makes it more secure
Samsung has started rolling out the June 2026 security patch to the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra.
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windowscentral.com
Microsoft extends Windows 10 extended security updates program amid RAMpocalypse
Windows 10's ESU program has been quietly extended by an extra year, now ending on October 12, 2027 instead of October 2026.
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Framework has good news and bad news
Some prices are going down, and some might go up.
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pagesix.com
Tom Sandoval’s girlfriend Victoria Robinson arrested for alleged attack that left Bravo star bloody, bruised
The “Vanderpump Rules” star now has a restraining order against his girlfriend after she allegedly brutally attacked him.
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hollywoodreporter.com
Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ to Skip Social Media Influencer Screenings
Universal is going straight to professional critic screenings rather than having the usual "word-of-mouth screenings" for social media.
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cnet.com
Best 150 Prime Day Deals Under $50 on Ninja, Anker and Samsung
Time is running out to grab these affordable Prime Day finds that punch well above their price.
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9to5google.com
YouTube Shorts player adding Clear Screen mode & 2x playback, removes dislike
YouTube today announced a number of updates to the Shorts player meant to “create a more intuitive Shorts experience.”
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gameinformer.com
Bungie Is Laying Off 'Most Of' The Destiny 2 Development Team
People who worked on Marathon, as well as some Sony Interactive Entertainment employees, are also being let go.
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engadget.com
Google Finance is now available as a standalone Android app - Engadget
Google Finance is a standalone Android app now, with an iOS version on the way.
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iPhone Ultra 2 Gets Green Light for Development, Says Leaker
Apple's second-generation foldable iPhone has officially been given the go-ahead for development, a prominent Chinese leaker claimed today. In a post on Weibo, the account known as Digital Chat Station said that the "iPhone Ultra 2 project" has been formally approved, and that the second book-style device will likely use the same display as the first-generation model expected later this year.
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mashable.com
Best Prime Day laptop deals: Save up to $970 on MacBooks, Windows PCs
Laptops are very expensive these days. These discounts help.
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mashable.com
Prime Day ends soon: We found 125+ deals from Apple, Lego, Sony, Kindle, and more
Kindle e-readers, Apple Watches, and Samsung TVs are all highlights on day three of the Amazon sale.
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windowslatest.com
Windows 10 support quietly extended until Oct 2027, as users reject Windows 11
Microsoft extends Windows 10 ESU for home users to October 2027, one year longer than planned. Here's the changes, the cost and how to enroll
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Over 100 fresh tech deals from Prime Day day 3
The deals will keep coming until morale improves.
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arstechnica.com
Notion killing Skiff-influenced email app since most users use AI agents instead
Notion is "going all in on using agents to run your inbox."
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Google Finance now available as dedicated Android app
After beta testing got underway last August, the AI-powered redesign of Google Finance is now launching with a new Android app.
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9to5mac.com
Apple’s new MacBook lineup could be its biggest ever this fall - 9to5Mac
Apple’s MacBook lineup currently ties the most distinct models ever sold, but one more model rumored for this fall could set a new record.
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techcrunch.com
Databricks’ former AI chief thinks he can cut AI’s power bill by 1,000x | TechCrunch
Un-0 is an image-generation system tool that shows for the first time how the company's technology can replicate conventional AI systems.
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Notion shutting down its AI-powered email client, including Mac and iOS apps - 9to5Mac
Last year, Notion expanded its productivity suite to include Notion Mail, an AI-powered email client. Today, the company announced that...
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kotaku.com
Star Fox Players Are Up To Debauchery With Its VTuber Avatars
Who could have foreseen this?
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Google Play 'Mega Game Sale' discounts these popular Android games to just $0.10
Google Play has just launched a “Mega Game Sale” that takes a handful of popular Android games and slashes their...
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Google Finance gets a dedicated app for Android | TechCrunch
Users will be able to access their watchlists, real-time market data, live financial news, and Google's AI-powered "Key Moments" feature, which explains why stocks moved.
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MacBook Ultra is coming: Six new features launching this fall - 9to5Mac
Apple is rumored to launch the first ‘MacBook Ultra’ this fall, growing the MacBook lineup—here are six rumored new features.
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droid-life.com
Insane Lies: These Anker Solix Prime Day Sales Aren't Real
As consumers in the year 2026, most of us understand that price manipulation is a part of the discount game, especially around a big shopping sale. Whether it's Black Friday or Amazon's Prime Day week, many consumers are aware that the discounts we see might look extra juicy during the sale...
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Apple will skip M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, new report says - 9to5Mac
Apple is planning a big change to its Apple Silicon strategy for the Mac. A new report from Bloomberg today...
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techtimes.com
Steam Summer Sale 2026 Is Live: 90% Deals on PC Games as Machine Lottery Closes
Steam Summer Sale 2026 is live through July 9, with more than 4,000 PC games at average 45% off and cuts up to 90% on older titles. Valve’s Steamworks locks all prices for the full two weeks, so there is no rush to buy on day one. The Steam Machine reservation lottery also closed today, with
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ixbt.games
Valve Released Trailer for Summer Sale 2026 and Showcased Some Participating Games
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Get MacBooks at a Prime Day discount before Apple’s new price hikes kick in
Save while you can.
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bbc.com
Europe's heatwave shifts east as as France raises health alert to highest level
Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.
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forbes.com
Bungie Hit With Widespread Layoffs As ‘Destiny 2’ Ends And ‘Marathon’ Continues
Destiny 2's end has led to inescapable layoffs at Bungie, which are beginning today as the rest of the studio will now work on Marathon.
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ign.com
'No Matter the Future, We Will Always Have These memories' — Bungie's Communications Manager Tells Destiny 2 Fans Not to 'Blame' Themselves for Game's Demise
Destiny 2 fans shouldn't "blame" themselves for Bungie choosing to end support for the game, says the company's comms manager.
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hoopsrumors.com
Hornets To Trade LaMelo Ball To Timberwolves
Ball is headed to Minnesota along with Josh Green in a deal that sends Naz Reid and several draft assets to Charlotte.
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theringer.com
“A Collection of Exceptional F--kups”: How to Say Goodbye to ‘Jackass’
Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, and the rest of the gang put their bones, stomachs, and crotches on the line for one last installment in a franchise that they never thought would become a franchise
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cnbc.com
How to know when it's time to replace your car—start with this rule, experts say
With vehicles lasting longer and replacement costs rising, it can be difficult to know when a repair is worth it and when it's time to move on.
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whathifi.com
Prime Day 2026 LIVE: our home cinema experts' picks of the best OLED TV, Dolby Atmos soundbar, projector deals and more
We’re recommending the top savings, on and off Amazon, in real time
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All the best Prime Day deals: Pixel 10, Galaxy gear, tech accessories, more [Day 3 Update]
The 2026 Amazon Prime Day sale is now flying with a countless number of price drops across just about every product category.
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warhammer-community.com
Revealed – Warhammer: The Old World Made to Order miniatures
Classic baby Dragons, Ogres, and more return to the World of Legend.
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newsroom.porsche.com
Porsche unveils the new 911 GT4 R for global customer motorsport
The Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is expanding its customer motorsport portfolio with the new 911 GT4 R. For the first time, a car designed for global GT4 racing is based on the 911 platform. The racing car is powered by a 4.0-litre six-cylinder boxer engine delivering up to 382 kW (520 PS). It will make its racing debut in the 2027 motorsport season. The price: 265,000 euros plus country-specific VAT.
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9to5toys.com
Anker 2026 Prime Day sale kicks off with up to 50% off Nano chargers, Qi2.2 stands, power banks, and more from just $10
Update 06/26: A handful of new deals have been to Anker’s Prime Day sale for Day 3, and you’ll find...
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yankodesign.com
Nothing Is Making the “Mini” Phone That Apple Abandoned in 2021, and It Costs Less Than $320 - Yanko Design
Apple killed the iPhone Mini in 2021 and never apologized for it. The 13 Mini was the last of its kind, a genuinely pocketable smartphone with flagship intent, and when it quietly disappeared from the lineup, it took an entire product philosophy with it. Samsung followed by quietly retiring anything under 6.2 inches. Asus eventually
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New website names and shames companies that still don't offer passkeys to users | TechCrunch
According to a new site, 24% of the most popular websites in the world don't offer support for passkeys, which are considered the most secure way to log in to apps and services.
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Release Date: Samsung Devices Get New Confirmation
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Flip 8 and Watch 9 series have been cleared for U.S. launch, confirming the July Unpacked release date is on track.
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newsroom.porsche.com
Porsche unveils the new 911 GT4 R for global customer motorsport
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iOS 27 Home App: 10+ New HomeKit Features
Apple updated the Home app with some useful new features that rely on Apple Intelligence. The updates improve the way HomeKit Secure Video cameras work on Apple's HomeKit platform. Apple Intelligence Summaries The Home app generates written summaries for motion alerts and what's detected, using AI to determine what's been recorded.
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apnews.com
Senate Republicans reject war powers resolution after Trump berates them at Capitol meeting
Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump over opposition to his war in Iran have reversed course, holding a late-night vote to try to appease him.
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mashable.com
Prime Day is here: We found 100+ deals from Apple, Lego, Sony, and more
Kindle e-readers, Apple Watches, and portable power stations are all highlights as we wrap day two of the Amazon sale.