Former tech entrepreneur and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is running for Governor of California. He’s betting voter frustration over homelessness and crime will propel his centrist challenge in a deep-blue state.
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says Windows 11 has hit one billion users, a milestone reached faster than Windows 10. However, the announcement lacks crucial details on active users and was heavily driven by the end of Windows 10 support.
According to new testing, Intel’s Panther Lake chips deliver nearly 15 hours of battery life in Windows laptops, finally competing with Apple’s endurance. While the M5 wins on single-core speed, Panther Lake offers superior integrated graphics for gaming.
Microsoft revealed that OpenAI accounts for roughly 45% of its massive $625 billion cloud backlog. The disclosure spooked some Wall Street analysts, contributing to a more than 6% drop in after-hours trading.
The cost of building AI is hitting astronomical levels, with Microsoft and Meta leading a massive capital spending spree. Investors, however, are picking clear winners and losers based on the bottom line.
Apple’s third beta for iOS and iPadOS 26.3 has broken several Continuity features on its newest hardware. This could push the final public release, typically expected in late January, into early February.
Microsoft is rolling out a significant update to its Copilot AI assistant. The new features focus on reducing friction with better memory, easier chat organization, and stronger support for Apple devices.
TP-Link Japan has announced the Omada EAP787, a ceiling-mount Wi-Fi 7 access point for businesses. Its key feature is a dedicated RF scanning antenna that monitors for interference without impacting client traffic.
Elon Musk is scrapping the Model S and X to build Optimus robots, as Tesla’s car sales decline. Analysts say 80% of Tesla’s future value now hinges on robotaxis and AI, not vehicles.
Samsung has outlined its 2026 smartphone strategy, centering on next-gen AI for the Galaxy S26 series and slimmer device designs. The company also teased a stronger foldable lineup and new wearable features.
