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Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models are coming soon, with leaks suggesting a narrower Dynamic Island and potentially no standard iPhone 18 or 18e. Reports say the Pro versions will keep a familiar design but get camera and battery upgrades. The foldable iPhone might also debut.
Wow, get this! The Steam Deck sold out again, even after a big price jump. It's still super popular, showing people really want it. Meanwhile, Intel is jumping into the handheld gaming scene with new chips to compete with AMD. They're trying to make gaming on the go even better for everyone.
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang is heading to South Korea next week, arriving June 5. He'll meet big companies like SK Group and Hyundai to talk about "physical AI" uses, like robots. This visit comes as South Korea's chipmakers are booming thanks to AI demand.
The EU is planning big changes to rely less on US tech and Chinese chips, wanting more European options. They worry about America's "kill switch" if tensions rise. A new package aims to "reclaim its place in the global race." This could cause new issues with the US.
China is building a huge military network near its nuclear missile silos, with over 80 new launch pads spotted. Analysts say this shows a "considerable enhancement and diversification" of their nuclear power. The new sites are meant to keep their missiles ready even if attacked, strengthening their ability to strike back.
Microsoft is making a "super app" to bring all its Copilot AI helpers together. This new app will combine tools like GitHub Copilot and chat functions into one easy place. They want to make it simpler for people to use these AI assistants. The company said, "customers are not happy with switching between its Copilot tools."
Big tech is buzzing with new gadgets this week! Google launched the screenless Fitbit Air for simple health tracking, using AI for workouts. Oppo released a budget phone with a huge 7000mAh battery. Plus, the realme 16T 5G boasts an 8000mAh battery and AI camera features.
Memory chip prices are soaring for PCs, phones, and consoles, and you'll feel it! Tech Trader warned about this, saying "memory shortages are increasing costs." With demand for AI chips sky-high and new production delayed, manufacturers are maximizing profits, and consumers are paying more.
SpaceX just got a huge $4.16 billion contract from the US Space Force! They'll be building satellites to track airborne threats. The Space Force said, "This initial award is projected to field a constellation of satellites by 2028." This helps the military see and target dangers better.
Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani said, "If coding becomes automated, then why are we needed at all?" He believes AI makes Infosys more relevant, helping clients update tech for AI demands. He stressed the need for testing, speed, scale, and cybersecurity, preparing their staff for this new era.
Microsoft is in hot water for threatening a researcher who found flaws in their software. The researcher, "Nightmare Eclipse," found bugs in Windows Defender and BitLocker. Microsoft said they didn't report them first, which could have helped hackers. The company stated, "we will continue pursuing cases against them."
Meta's new tool to track employee mouse clicks for AI training is causing a stir. It's collecting more data than expected, even from outside the US. This could lead to a new privacy fight in Europe. Meta said it's "committed to complying with applicable laws."