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iOS 26: What’s New, Which iPhones/iPads Are Compatible, and Should You Upgrade? Apple released iOS 26 alongside iPadOS 26. The update brings a major visual refresh called Liquid Glass, new features like Live Translate, a redesigned Phone app, polls in Messages, improved lock screen customization, and more. Below is a concise guide to compatibility and whether you should upgrade now or wait. Incompatible (dropped) iPhones iPhone XR (2018) iPhone XS (2018) iPhone XS Max (2018) iPhones compatible with iOS 26 Per Apple, iPhones announced in 2019 or later are supported. Highlights include: iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later iPhone 11 series and newer (iPhone 11 → iPhone 17, iPhone Air) For the full official list, see Apple’s compatibility page: Apple — iPhone models compatible with iOS 26. iPads compatible with…

Warren, Stansbury Probe White House AI & Crypto Advisor David Sacks Over Possible SGE Violation Senator Elizabeth Warren (D‑MA) and Representative Melanie Stansbury (D‑NM) are leading a group of congressional Democrats investigating whether White House Special Advisor David Sacks exceeded the 130‑day limit for Special Government Employees (SGEs). The inquiry centers on potential conflicts of interest tied to Sacks’ role as the White House advisor on AI and cryptocurrency and his financial ties to Craft Ventures. Key points Sacks was appointed by President Trump in 2024 as White House Special Advisor on AI & Crypto. Federal rules cap SGEs at 130 days per year to limit conflicts of interest. The lawmakers’ letter notes that if Sacks worked every calendar day since inauguration, his 130th day was May 29, 2025; if…

iOS 26 — What’s New iOS 26 is officially available (Sept 15, 2025). The big headline is Apple’s new “Liquid Glass” translucent design, which touches the lock screen, home screen, apps and menus. Apple also added major features across Phone, Messages, Photos, Camera and AirPods. Highlights Liquid Glass design: Translucent look across iPhone, adapts to light/dark modes. You can reduce transparency via Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Reduce Transparency or Settings > Accessibility > Motion > Reduce Motion. Phone app redesign & Hold Assist: Scroll contacts, calls & voicemail in one view. Hold Assist notifies you when an agent picks up so you can skip the hold music. Live Translation: Real-time translation in Phone, FaceTime, Messages and supported AirPods (AirPods Pro 3, Pro 2, AirPods 4…

Yakuza Kiwami 3 reportedly leaked on Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio site ahead of TGS Shortly before the RGG Summit at Tokyo Game Show 2025, fans noticed that Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's official Japanese website briefly listed "龍が如く 極3" (Yakuza Kiwami 3) in a category list. Screencaps circulated on social media before the entry was removed, suggesting an accidental reveal. Translated note from a Japanese social post shown in screencaps: “It seems ‘Ryu ga Gotoku Kiwami 3’ was listed in the category list on the RGG official site this evening.” Why it matters: Yakuza 3 originally launched on PlayStation 3 in 2009 and later received remasters for PS4, Xbox One and PC. A full "Kiwami"-style remake would modernize the third game in the series and will likely excite longtime fans —…

House Oversight asks Discord, Steam (Valve), Twitch & Reddit to testify on online radicalization House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) has asked the CEOs of Discord, Twitch, Valve (Steam) and Reddit to appear at a full committee hearing on October 8, 2025 to discuss online radicalization. The request follows the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk, an act some have sought to connect to online communities the alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, participated in. In the committee press release announcing the hearing Comer said: "Congress has a duty to oversee the online platforms that radicals have used to advance political violence... The CEOs of Discord, Steam, Twitch, and Reddit must appear before the Oversight Committee and explain what actions they will take to ensure their platforms are…

Google partners with StopNCII to fight non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII) Google has announced a partnership with the UK nonprofit StopNCII to use StopNCII's image hashes to help prevent non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII), often called revenge porn, from appearing in search results and on participating platforms. How it works Users (adults) select intimate images/videos on their device and StopNCII creates a digital fingerprint (hash) of the file. The image itself never leaves the user’s device. StopNCII uploads only the hash to its system and shares it with participating platforms and search providers. If someone uploads a matching file, platforms using real-time hash-matching can block the upload or remove the content automatically. Limitations The system only works for known images (you must have a copy to create a hash). It does not…

Rumor: Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Arrive in Late 2026 — Kuo Longtime analyst Ming‑Chi Kuo is reporting that Apple may finally add on‑cell touch panels to MacBook Pro models, with mass production expected in late 2026. A lower‑cost MacBook (likely the Air) is rumored to launch around late 2025 without touch, with touch‑enabled versions possibly arriving in a 2027 refresh. Key points: MacBook Pro models with on‑cell touch panels — mass production expected late 2026. Lower‑cost MacBooks likely won’t include touchscreens at launch (late 2025); a 2027 refresh may add touch. These are supply‑chain‑based rumors and should be treated cautiously. Why it matters: Touchscreens have become common on Windows convertibles and hybrids (e.g., Surface). Adding touch to macOS laptops would blur the line with iPad, offering convenient direct interaction for…

Logitech G Play: New mice, headsets, keyboard, pedals & G Hub Games Logitech hosted its annual G Play showcase and unveiled a slate of new gaming peripherals: two new mice, two headsets, a low-profile TKL keyboard, driving pedals, and a G Hub software update that adds a game launcher supporting Epic Games Store, GOG and WeGame. Highlights G Pro X Superlight 2c — A more compact redesign of the Superlight 2. Weights in at ~51 g with up to 95 hours of battery life. Price: $160. Availability: Oct 21. More info: Logitech G and available at major retailers (Best Buy, Newegg, CDW). G Pro X Superstrike — New competitive mouse with a haptics system in the main click buttons that lets players customize actuation points. ~65 g, up to 90…

Google Discover adds social posts, YouTube Shorts and a new "Follow" feature Google is updating its Discover feed to show more than just web articles. In the coming weeks, Discover will begin surfacing social media posts from platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) alongside YouTube Shorts. Google says users liked seeing a mix of content — videos and social posts — in addition to articles. What’s new Social posts from platforms such as Instagram and X will appear in Discover. YouTube Shorts will be included directly in the feed. New feed customization: users can follow creators or publishers to see more content from them and tap a creator’s name to preview social posts and articles before following. These features are rolling out in the coming weeks. The follow/preview behavior…

Ninja Foodi DZ090C 5‑in‑1 (Dual‑Basket) — $120 (was $180) Deal: The Ninja Foodi DZ090C 5‑in‑1, 6‑quart dual‑basket air fryer is currently available for about $120 (regularly $180) when purchased directly from the brand — a $60 saving. The DZ090C uses dual‑zone technology with two separate baskets so you can cook two different foods at once without mixing flavors. Its 6‑quart capacity is ideal for small kitchens, single cooks, or small households. Key features Dual‑zone, two independent baskets 6‑quart total capacity — compact for small kitchens Multiple cooking functions (air fry, roast, reheat, etc.) Shop (Amazon search/affiliate): Search Ninja Foodi DZ090C on Amazon Ninja Creami 7‑in‑1 Ice Cream Maker — $200 ($30 off) Deal: The Ninja Creami (7‑in‑1) ice cream maker — which also makes sorbets, milkshakes and smoothies — is…