Apple earnings report — Tim Cook calls iPhone 17 series 'by far the most popular' Apple shared its Q1 2026 earnings report, which shows record settings achievements for revenue and earnings per share. Tom’s Guide · Jan 29
Microsoft loses a massive $440 billion in market cap as shares tank — investors get increasingly sceptical of its AI strategy Microsoft investors didn't enjoy the company's FY26 Q2 report, as fears of its AI strategy begin to unravel into despair. Windows Central · Jan 29
Apple reports massive spike in iPhone revenue, particularly in China The iPhone maker reported first-quarter earnings after market close The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Google says Chrome's new 'auto browse' feature is 'a powerful agentic experience that handles multi-step chores on your behalf' Can it do my laundry? I've been meaning to wash some shirts. PC Gamer · Jan 29
Are California’s Billionaires Crying Wolf? Uber-rich say they’ll flee if wealth tax proposal passes. History suggests otherwise. Capital & Main · Jan 29
Sergey Brin makes his biggest donation ever to tackle California’s housing crisis, weeks after moving to the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe Weeks ago, the Google cofounder moved to a $42 million mansion on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. But he’s concerned about housing across the border. Fortune · Jan 29
AlphaGenome: Google’s new AI tool that can decipher and predict DNA changes. How does it work? A new AI model by Google DeepMind can decipher DNA and predict mutations, opening new doors for disease research. Euronews · Jan 29
EU Competition chief defends 'discreet' handling of big tech cases under digital rules EU antitrust chief Teresa Ribera said digital rules are being enforced discreetly and with ongoing dialogue with US-based big tech companies. Euronews · Jan 29
Google briefly leaked its secret desktop‑class Android OS — and it could be a real challenger to lower-end Windows laptops Google inadvertently revealed its super-secret Android desktop operating system's UI while publishing a Google bug report on the Chromium Issue Tracker, Windows Central · Jan 29
Google Gemini can now do digital chores for you A major update for the market-leading AI allows it to navigate the internet independently The Independent UK · Jan 29
Google Maps just got a major AI upgrade — and it’s finally hands-free for walkers and cyclists Google Maps is expanding Gemini in navigation to walkers and cyclists, offering hands-free AI directions, local recommendations and voice messaging on iOS now, with Android rolling out soon. Tom’s Guide · Jan 29
'We believe our actions have seriously impacted one of the largest residential proxy providers': Google takes the fight to IPIDEA and removes millions of devices from criminal network One of the largest residential proxy services takes a hit after Google gets involved. TechRadar · Jan 29
Samsung just confirmed its Android XR smart glasses will launch this year — here’s how they can beat Ray-Ban Meta Earnings calls can be boring, but Samsung has taken the chance with its own update to confirm that Android XR smart glasses are dropping in 2026. Tom’s Guide · Jan 29
The AI money merry-go-round shows no sign of stopping as Meta, OpenAI, Nvidia, Amazon and Microsoft linked to deals worth nearly $200 billion More money than you can possibly imagine. PC Gamer · Jan 29
Android Central · Jan 29 With the iPhone 17 selling this well, I don't think Apple cares about low iPhone Air demand Apple is selling more phones than any other brand. It doesn't care whether it sells an iPhone Air or an iPhone 17 Pro Max — as long as people are buying an iPhone.
Android Central · Jan 29 Samsung confirms its next-generation AR glasses will arrive this year This marks the first time Samsung has shared a release window for its AR glasses.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 Millions created deepfake nudes on Telegram as AI tools drive global wave of digital abuse Analysis finds at least 150 channels on messaging app that have distributed AI-generated images and video
TechRadar · Jan 29 Google brings AI Plus to the U.S. with creative tools and shared storage — and it might be the 'just-right' AI subscription deal Google has launched its AI Plus subscription in 35 countries, including the U.S., bundling enhanced AI tools, cloud storage, and video generation features.
The Independent UK · Jan 28 TikTok moves to settle in landmark youth addiction trial The first of its kind trial alleges the ‘attention-grabbing’ design of social media platforms fuelled the 19-year-old plaintiff’s depression and suicidal thoughts
The Independent UK · Jan 28 Google adds AI image generation to Chrome browser, side panel option for virtual assistant Google is empowering its Chrome browser with the ability to alter pictures and introducing a side panel for a virtual assistant to help with online tasks as part of its push to turbocharge its of digital services with more artificial intelligence technology
TechRadar · Jan 28 Chrome gets its biggest upgrade in years — the new Gemini side panel puts AI agents, multitasking, and Nano Banana inside the browser Google’s biggest Chrome update in years bakes Gemini AI agents, multitasking, and image editing directly into the browser, turning everyday web browsing into a hands-off experience.
Android Central · Jan 28 Google just supercharged Chrome with Gemini, and it makes me a little uneasy Google's new Gemini AI transforms Chrome from a basic browser into a proactive, time-saving sidekick.
Tom’s Guide · Jan 28 Google is rolling out the biggest changes to Chrome in years — here’s what’s new Google is adding Gemini-powered AI to Chrome with a new side panel, image tools and agent-style browsing features. Here’s what’s launching now and what’s coming next.
Android Central · Jan 28 The latest Gemini feature in Chrome lets the AI browse the internet for you, and it looks very promising Auto browse allows Gemini to handle multi-step browsing actions like searches, forms, and scheduling.
TechRadar · Jan 28 Big Tech needs less than a month to pay off over $7 billion in 2025 fines, Proton warns Big Tech was slapped with $7.8 billion in fines in 2025, but Proton found this massive sum represents less than a month of free cash flow. Is it time for regulators to find new teeth?