Apple Opens iOS to Third-Party App Stores in Japan Apple is officially opening iOS to third-party app stores and alternative payment methods in Japan, following new local legislation. This shift mirrors changes already seen in Europe, allowing Japanese developers more flexibility in how they distrib...

Kuxiu S3 Power Bank Brings Safer, Longer-Lasting Charging Tech fans seeking a reliable, high-capacity portable battery now have a standout option with the Kuxiu S3. Unlike typical power banks, this model uses semi-solid state chemistry, designed to reduce overheating risks while extending battery li...

Cowboy E-Bike Sold: End of an Independent Era Cowboy, the Brussels-based e-bike startup, has officially been acquired by ReBirth Group Holding, marking the end of its independent run. The deal includes new, undisclosed funding from ReBirth alongside €15 million ($17.6 million) from existing sharehol...

ChatGPT App Store Brings AI Into Everyday Life OpenAI has officially launched its ChatGPT App Store, taking a major step toward transforming the AI chatbot into a full-fledged “everything app.” Now, users can access interactive tools that connect directly with services like Apple Music and DoorDash....

Sony Settles Legal Battle Over Tencent’s ‘Horizon Clone’ Sony’s lawsuit against Tencent over the game Light of Motiram has come to a swift conclusion. The two companies reached a confidential settlement, ending the case that accused Tencent of copying the beloved Horizon series. As part of the fallo...

LG FlexConnect Soundbar Brings Dolby Atmos Home LG has unveiled its first FlexConnect soundbar, marking a significant upgrade for home audio enthusiasts. The H7 soundbar, part of the new LG Sound Suite, supports Dolby Atmos and offers modular configurations up to 13.1.7 channels. Fans have been aski...

Snapchat Quick Cut: Your Videos, Ready in Seconds Snapchat just made video editing faster and more fun with its new Quick Cut tool. Designed for creators and casual users alike, Quick Cut lets you automatically combine clips, add music, and create polished videos in seconds. Whether you’re looking t...

Billionaire Jared Isaacman Confirmed as NASA Head Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman has officially been confirmed as the new administrator of NASA, ending months of political back-and-forth. His appointment, approved by the Senate this week, comes after President Donald Trump initially withdre...

Meta Halts Third-Party VR Licensing Program Meta has officially paused its initiative to license Horizon VR software to third-party headset makers. The move marks a shift in strategy as the company doubles down on developing its own VR hardware and software ecosystem. Initially announced in April 20...

Lawmakers Scrutinize Data Centers’ Rising Energy Use Democratic senators are calling out major tech companies over their data centers’ soaring electricity consumption. Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Chris Van Hollen, and Richard Blumenthal recently sent a letter to Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta, dema...

Amazon AGI Sees Leadership Shake-Up Amazon is overhauling its artificial general intelligence (AGI) leadership as it navigates increasing competition in the AI space. Rohit Prasad, who has steered Amazon’s AGI initiatives and played a pivotal role in Alexa and Nova AI models, is stepping down next y...

Video Game Hardware Sales Hit Historic Low in November Video game hardware spending in the US saw a dramatic decline this November, totaling just $695 million—a 27% drop from 2024, according to market research firm Circana. This marks the lowest November spending on gaming consoles since 2005, when ...