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iOS 26 Alarm Glitch Triggers Widespread Oversleeping as Apple Remains Silent
Apple is facing mounting backlash after reports surfaced that a glitch in its latest iOS 26 software update has caused iPhone alarms to sound at dramatically reduced volume, leading users to oversleep, miss appointments and, in some cases, miss flights. The complaints, which gained momentum on TikTok and Apple's official support forums, have raised questions about the reliability of one of the device's most basic tools. 
Apple is facing mounting backlash after reports surfaced that a glitch in its latest iOS 26 software update has caused iPhone alarms to sound at dramatically reduced volume, leading users to oversleep, miss appointments and, in some cases, miss flights. The complaints, which gained momentum on TikTok and Apple's official support forums, have raised questions about the reliability of one of the device's most basic tools. -
M6 MacBook Pro Rumored to Feature OLED Touchscreen, Notchless Design, and Reinforced Hinge
Apple may be preparing one of the boldest product reversals in its history - introducing touchscreens to the Mac lineup after years of public resistance. According to respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the company plans to debut its first touchscreen MacBook Pro alongside the M6 chip generation in 2026, marking what could become the most significant redesign of Apple's flagship laptop in years. 
Apple may be preparing one of the boldest product reversals in its history - introducing touchscreens to the Mac lineup after years of public resistance. According to respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the company plans to debut its first touchscreen MacBook Pro alongside the M6 chip generation in 2026, marking what could become the most significant redesign of Apple's flagship laptop in years. -
OpenAI Restricts ChatGPT From Medical, Legal, and Financial Advice Amid Rising Lawsuit Risks
OpenAI has formally prohibited ChatGPT from offering specific medical, legal, or financial advice, marking a sharp policy reversal aimed at minimizing liability exposure across its expanding user base. The change, which took effect on October 29, redefines the popular AI system as an "educational tool" rather than a "consultant," according to reporting by NEXTA. 
OpenAI has formally prohibited ChatGPT from offering specific medical, legal, or financial advice, marking a sharp policy reversal aimed at minimizing liability exposure across its expanding user base. The change, which took effect on October 29, redefines the popular AI system as an "educational tool" rather than a "consultant," according to reporting by NEXTA. -
Apple’s OLED iPad Mini 8 Rumored for 2026 With A19 Pro Chip, Water Resistance, and New Design
Apple's smallest tablet could be getting one of its most significant overhauls yet. The company is reportedly preparing to launch the next-generation iPad Mini with an OLED display, a faster A19 Pro processor, and a redesigned chassis that aims to make the compact tablet more durable and premium than ever. 
Apple's smallest tablet could be getting one of its most significant overhauls yet. The company is reportedly preparing to launch the next-generation iPad Mini with an OLED display, a faster A19 Pro processor, and a redesigned chassis that aims to make the compact tablet more durable and premium than ever. -
Apple Reportedly Slashes iPhone Air Orders to 'End-of-Production' Levels Just Weeks After Launch
Apple Inc. is sharply reducing production orders for its new iPhone Air after weeks of sluggish global demand, bringing manufacturing volumes close to "end-of-production" levels typically seen when a model is being phased out, according to Nikkei Asia. 
Apple Inc. is sharply reducing production orders for its new iPhone Air after weeks of sluggish global demand, bringing manufacturing volumes close to "end-of-production" levels typically seen when a model is being phased out, according to Nikkei Asia. -
Major AWS Outage Paralyzes Internet Platforms From Reddit to United Airlines Before Recovery
A massive outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) early Monday briefly paralyzed vast sections of the global internet, taking down major platforms including Reddit, Snapchat, Coinbase, United Airlines, and Roblox, while exposing the growing dependence of businesses and governments on a small handful of cloud providers. 
A massive outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) early Monday briefly paralyzed vast sections of the global internet, taking down major platforms including Reddit, Snapchat, Coinbase, United Airlines, and Roblox, while exposing the growing dependence of businesses and governments on a small handful of cloud providers. -
OpenAI to Permit Erotica for Verified Adults in Major ChatGPT Policy Shift
OpenAI will soon allow adult users to access erotic content through ChatGPT, marking a sharp departure from its long-standing restrictions on sexual material. CEO Sam Altman announced the change Tuesday, describing it as part of the company's effort to "treat adult users like adults." OpenAI will soon allow adult users to access erotic content through ChatGPT, marking a sharp departure from its long-standing restrictions on sexual material. CEO Sam Altman announced the change Tuesday, describing it as part of the company's effort to "treat adult users like adults." -
Instagram Adopts PG-13 Rating System to Tighten Teen Safety Controls Worldwide
Instagram will introduce a parental-guidance system modeled on the PG-13 movie rating, tightening restrictions on what teenagers can view and interact with on the social-media platform, parent company Meta announced Tuesday. 
Instagram will introduce a parental-guidance system modeled on the PG-13 movie rating, tightening restrictions on what teenagers can view and interact with on the social-media platform, parent company Meta announced Tuesday. -
Apple Removes ICEBlock After DOJ Pressure
Apple has removed ICEBlock and other immigration enforcement tracking apps from its App Store after pressure from the Trump administration's Justice Department, escalating a battle over technology, immigration, and public safety. 
Apple has removed ICEBlock and other immigration enforcement tracking apps from its App Store after pressure from the Trump administration's Justice Department, escalating a battle over technology, immigration, and public safety. -
Xiaomi 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max Debut with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Rear OLED Screens, and 100W Charging
Xiaomi has unveiled its most ambitious flagship lineup yet, introducing the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, with early units already available globally through direct importers. The new devices replace last year's Xiaomi 15 series and mark the debut of Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a 3nm chipset designed to deliver top-tier performance for gaming, AI workloads, and multitasking. 
Xiaomi has unveiled its most ambitious flagship lineup yet, introducing the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, with early units already available globally through direct importers. The new devices replace last year's Xiaomi 15 series and mark the debut of Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a 3nm chipset designed to deliver top-tier performance for gaming, AI workloads, and multitasking.
