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Anthropic Claude Design turns prompts into prototypes

Asma Hussain — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:26:33 +0000

Anthropic has introduced Claude Design, a new AI tool that focuses on turning simple text prompts into usable design outputs like prototypes, pitch decks, and mockups. The product is now available in research preview and is rolling out to Claude...

iPhone satellite features set to expand with Amazon deal

Asma Hussain — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:17:21 +0000

Apple’s satellite connectivity plans are about to shift in a big way. Amazon has announced its intent to acquire Globalstar, the company currently powering satellite features on iPhones, while also confirming a new agreement with Apple to support satellite connectivity...

iPhone 18 Pro colors leak reveals dark cherry finish

Asma Hussain — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:02:50 +0000

The iPhone 18 Pro colors have leaked months ahead of Apple’s expected September launch, and one shade is already getting most of the attention. According to multiple supply chain reports, Apple is preparing a refreshed palette that leans into bolder...

Apple hits 30% recycled content milestone in 2025

Asma Hussain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:14 +0000

Apple says 30% of all materials used across its products shipped in 2025 came from recycled sources, marking its highest-ever figure. The milestone comes from the company’s latest Environmental Progress Report and reflects a steady push toward its 2030 carbon...

OpenAI Codex update adds plugins, memory, and desktop control

Asma Hussain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:49:11 +0000

OpenAI has rolled out a major Codex update that pushes the tool beyond code generation into a full workflow assistant. Used by more than 3 million developers weekly, Codex now handles tasks across the software development lifecycle, from writing and...

iOS 27 may bring four new Apple Intelligence features

Asma Hussain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:42:06 +0000

Apple appears to be expanding its Apple Intelligence push with a set of practical, system-level upgrades in iOS 27. Based on backend code discoveries, at least four new features are in development, all focused on everyday usability rather than flashy...

iPhone 18 Pro to debut variable aperture camera

Asma Hussain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:35:59 +0000

Apple’s next major iPhone camera upgrade is starting to take shape ahead of launch. According to multiple supply chain reports, key components for the iPhone 18 Pro variable aperture camera have now entered production, pointing to a September 2026 debut....

Casely Power Pod recall reissued after fatal fire

Asma Hussain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:30:57 +0000

Casely has reissued its recall of Power Pod MagSafe-compatible power banks after new incidents, including a fatal fire and an in-flight explosion. The updated recall follows its original announcement in April 2025 and now reflects a growing number of safety...

Apple sends Siri engineers to AI coding bootcamp ahead of WWDC 2026

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:25:05 +0000

Apple is reportedly sending a group of Siri engineers to a multi-week AI coding bootcamp as it works to speed up development of its long-delayed next-generation assistant. The move comes at a time when AI-assisted programming has become standard across...

Apple Watch gets faster in-store software repair

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:18:40 +0000

Apple is updating how Apple Watch software issues are handled in retail stores, allowing Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers to restore devices in-store instead of sending them to repair centers. The change is aimed at cutting down wait...

Apple stops signing iOS 26.4, blocks downgrades from iOS 26.4.1

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:10:17 +0000

Apple has stopped signing iOS 26.4, removing the option for iPhone users to downgrade from iOS 26.4.1 to the previous release. The change came shortly after iOS 26.4.1 rolled out, which is consistent with Apple’s usual update cycle where older...

Apple boosts London Marathon with Watch and Fitness+

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:04:36 +0000

Apple is expanding its presence in the TCS London Marathon as an official partner for the 2026 race, bringing its health, fitness, and music ecosystem directly into one of the world’s most popular running events. With more than one million...

Google Gemini app for Mac now available

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:38:42 +0000

Google has released a native Gemini app for macOS, bringing its AI assistant directly to the desktop without relying on a browser. This marks the first dedicated macOS app for Gemini and expands its availability beyond web and mobile platforms....

iPad Air OLED upgrade tipped for 2027 launch

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:26:14 +0000

Apple is reportedly preparing a major display upgrade for the iPad Air, with multiple supply chain reports pointing to a shift to OLED panels in 2027. If accurate, this would mark the next step in Apple’s ongoing transition away from...

Apple warned xAI to fix Grok deepfakes or risk App Store removal

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:19:12 +0000

Apple privately warned xAI that it would remove the Grok app from the App Store if the company failed to address a surge of sexualized deepfakes earlier this year. The warning, revealed in a letter to U.S. lawmakers in April...

Microsoft Surface price increase makes Macs cheaper in 2026

Asma Hussain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:12:11 +0000

Microsoft has raised prices across its entire Surface lineup, and the shift is significant enough to change how these devices compete with Apple’s Mac lineup. Entry level Surface PCs now start above $1,000, while flagship models begin at $1,500. In...

OpenAI expands GPT-5.4-Cyber for defenders

Asma Hussain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:36:41 +0000

The cybersecurity landscape is shifting fast, and not just because of new threats. AI is increasingly embedded into defensive workflows, and in response, OpenAI is expanding its Trusted Access for Cyber (TAC) program alongside a new model called GPT-5.4-Cyber, designed...

iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 public beta 2 adds Maps discovery and RCS encryption testing

Asma Hussain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:25:54 +0000

Apple has released the second public beta of iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, rolling out the update to testers just a day after the developer beta. The release continues Apple’s late-cycle refinement phase, focusing on services and system features rather...

watchOS 26.5 and tvOS 26.5 public beta 2 focuses on system refinements

Asma Hussain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:21:21 +0000

Apple has released the second public beta of watchOS 26.5 and tvOS 26.5, extending testing across its wearable and home entertainment platforms. The update arrives alongside the broader iOS 26.5 ecosystem beta cycle but focuses more on stability and backend...

DaVinci Resolve 21 adds photo editing and AI search tools

Asma Hussain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:16:29 +0000

Blackmagic Design has announced DaVinci Resolve 21, a major update that expands the app beyond video editing with a new Photo page and a wide range of AI-powered tools. The update is now available in public beta, introducing one of...