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Smart TV users turn to AI to remove ads and bloatware

A number of developers and users are turning to AI agents to modify smart TVs and get rid of annoying ads, tracking software, and sluggish interfaces.

2026-10-19

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AI "Vibe Coding" Tools Revolutionize Musical Hardware Modifications

The proliferation of LLM-driven coding tools has led to an unprecedented wave of custom firmware and hardware modifications for synthesizers and performance gear.

2026-10-19

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Galaxy Tablets Entering Their Final Year of System Updates

The Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, and S9 FE+ will receive their final major Android system update during 2026, while security updates will continue for longer. Support periods vary between generations, as Samsung’s newer policy includes seven years of system and security updates.

2026-10-17

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Apple Opens Preorders for the Foldable iPhone Duo with a Larger Inner Display

Apple announced that preorders for the iPhone Duo will begin on October 16, 2026. It is the first foldable iPhone in the published material, featuring an inner display 50% larger than that of the iPhone 18 Pro Max, an A20 Pro chip, and iOS 27. The device offers 48-megapixel cameras and Siri AI features, but some artificial intelligence functions will initially be available experimentally and in English, with regional and language restrictions.

2026-10-15

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Samsung Begins Rolling Out One UI 9 Based on Android 17 to Galaxy Devices

Samsung has begun rolling out the Android 17-based One UI 9 update to a number of Galaxy phones and tablets, with availability varying by model and region. The update brings improvements to Galaxy AI, privacy, Samsung Health, and DeX, but Samsung has not specified a complete rollout schedule.

2026-10-10

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Review: LG RGB LED TV Is Bright, but Does Not Justify Its Price Against OLED

The LG MRGB95B delivers strong brightness and colors thanks to its RGB LED backlight, but it suffers from distracting reflections, more blooming than some competitors, and less-than-perfect color accuracy. At $3,600, the review finds that OLED TVs from LG and Samsung offer better value and performance in important respects.

2026-10-10

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Leak Reveals New Control and Setup Features for Apple Home Accessories Manufactured by LG

LG home accessories partially developed by Apple may enable control by bringing an iPhone close to them and allow device setup to begin before they are powered on using NFC. The features are still under development and may change before their expected launch in several months.

2026-10-09

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PC Shipments Decline 20.1% in the Biggest Third-Quarter Drop Since 2023

Global PC shipments fell by approximately 20% in the third quarter of 2026, as the market was affected by rising memory and storage prices and inventory accumulation. Omdia expects the decline to continue in the following quarter before a limited recovery during 2027.

2026-10-09

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Natura unveils a $99 smart ring for accessing AI agents

Natura has unveiled the Interface smart ring, which lets users summon AI agents and execute tasks with a finger press, while also tracking health metrics such as sleep and heart rate. Preorders begin next month, with shipping expected in December or January, and a planned $9 monthly subscription after a free trial period.

2026-10-08

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Amazon Launches Alexa Tablet Devices with Android and Google Play Support to Compete with iPad

Amazon has unveiled three new tablets called Alexa Tablet devices, running Android with direct access to Google Play and Alexa+ integration. Pricing starts at $229.99, while the Alexa Tablet 12 Pro offers a 12-inch display and refresh rates of up to 120Hz, starting at $499.99.

2026-10-08

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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Receive 4 out of 10 for Repairability

iFixit awarded the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 a repairability score of 4 out of 10. Although the Series 12's design has improved slightly, the display remains a major obstacle to accessing and replacing the battery, while the Ultra 4 has seen no change.

2026-10-07

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LG Developing a Doorbell, Cameras, and a Smart Lock for Apple’s Upcoming Home Ecosystem

LG Electronics is working on a range of smart home accessories expected to integrate with Apple’s upcoming home hub, including a doorbell, cameras, a smart lock, and sensors. Regulatory filings reveal that some devices support Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, and Matter, while the products will not be available when the expected home hub launches on October 13, 2026.

2026-10-06

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Apple Reassesses Vision Pro’s Future Amid Declining Sales and Development Team Changes

Vision Pro faces uncertainty nearly two years after its launch, with development team restructuring, layoffs, and indications of weak sales. Apple is testing lighter designs while also studying less expensive wearable devices better suited to everyday use.

2026-09-28

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U.S. Jury Orders Apple to Pay $5.72 Billion in Taptic Engine Patent Case

A U.S. jury ruled that Apple infringed claims from two patents owned by Taction Technology and uses their technologies in haptic feedback systems, ordering it to pay $5.72 billion. Apple denies that its technology is similar and plans to appeal the ruling.

2026-09-28

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Meadow Bets on a Second Phone That Reduces Constant Connectivity Without Giving Up Essential Apps

Meadow offers a small Android phone designed to complement a primary phone, with support for apps such as Uber, Apple Music, and Google Maps, but it requires a separate number and subscription plan. The experience shows that the device succeeds in reducing access to social networks and browsing, while limitations remain in the camera, software, and product maturity.

2026-09-25

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Meta Expands Its Smart Glasses Ecosystem by Integrating Muse and Launching New Virtual Reality Glasses

During Connect 2026, Meta announced the integration of its personal agent, Muse, into smart glasses and the launch of Meta VR Glasses weighing approximately 100 grams, alongside audio glasses and updates to hearing and augmented reality features.

2026-09-24

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Meta Unveils Lighter Virtual Reality Glasses and Expands AI Presence in Its Devices

During Meta Connect 2026, Meta announced virtual reality glasses weighing approximately 100 grams, new smart glasses, and updates to the Muse assistant, with some products launching between October 2026 and spring 2027.

2026-09-24

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Meta Expands Its Smart Glasses with the Launch of Ray-Ban Meta Audio and the Third Generation of Ray-Ban Meta

Meta unveiled the Ray-Ban Meta Audio audio glasses and announced the third generation of Ray-Ban Meta with improvements to battery life, the camera, and microphones, while also expanding the Meta Glasses collection to new markets and designs.

2026-09-23