Xiaomi’s next Ultra might connect where networks don’t. A newly certified 17 Ultra variant lists direct satellite calling via Tiantong-1, BeiDou short messaging, and UWB—hinting at a special “Satellite Edition.” Another model appears without satellite, suggesting a split lineup. Launch timing looks close in China, with wider availability to follow, though satellite support may vary by region. It’s early yet,...
Oppo Find X9 series set for India launch in November with Dimensity 9500 and Hasselblad cameras
Oppo has locked in a November India launch for the Find X9 series, right after the October 16 China debut. Expect MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500, ColorOS 16, and Hasselblad‑tuned cameras—plus custom cooling for sustained performance. Storage could go up to 16GB/1TB and colors include Frosty White, Velvet Titanium, and Chasing Red, with a darker option likely for the standard X9. The...
OPPO Find X9 goes MediaTek Dimensity 9500 as Snapdragon dominance faces new pressure
OPPO is first to launch MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 in the Find X9 series — and that could shake up flagship pricing in a big way. With big CPU and GPU gains, smarter on‑device AI, and lower peak power, expect “true flagship” features at tighter prices in India and China, while Snapdragon likely holds the US. Here’s how this partnership could...
Bug hunters can now earn over $5M with Apple bonuses
Apple just raised the stakes for security researchers in a big way, doubling its top bug bounty from $1 million to $2 million. For the most dangerous exploit chains, bonuses can push the total above $5 million. Background Apple launched its public Security Bounty in 2020 and says it has paid more than $35 million to over 800 researchers so...
Reels first, DMs next: Instagram’s layout experiment grows
Instagram is trying a new layout that spotlights Reels and DMs with their own tabs, and it’s optional for now. The test lines up with Meta’s focus on short video and private messaging, which it says have driven most of Instagram’s recent growth. (Engadget) Background Adam Mosseri, Instagram’s head, said some users can opt in to a new menu bar...
Windows 10 Support Ends Oct. 14 — Get One Free Year of Security Updates
Windows 10 stops getting free security updates on Oct. 14, 2025, which means millions of PCs could be exposed if nothing changes. But there’s a simple way to stay protected for one more year, and in many cases, it won’t cost anything. (Microsoft) Background Microsoft is ending mainstream support for Windows 10 and recommends upgrading to Windows 11 where possible. For everyone who can’t upgrade yet, there’s an official Extended Security Updates (ESU) program that delivers critical patches through Oct. 13, 2026. Microsoft says personal devices on Windows 10 version 22H2 can enroll...
iQOO 15 unboxed early, charging speed takes a hit
An early unboxing of the iQOO 15 shows a 100W charger in the retail package, hinting that wired charging may top out at 100W instead of 120W like the iQOO 13. The phone is officially set to launch in China on October 20, with colors already revealed.(GSMArena) Background iQOO has confirmed the event date and the color options for the...
Pixel Watch 4 crowned most repairable smartwatch by iFixit
iFixit just tore down the Pixel Watch 4 and called it the most repairable smartwatch you can buy right now, giving it a 9 out of 10 repairability score (iFixit).That’s huge for wearables, which are usually glued shut and hard to fix. Background Earlier Pixel Watches weren’t really repairable, often needing full replacements for cracked screens or old batteries, but...
Google Gives Idli the Spotlight with Special Doodle
Well, this is a first. I woke up this morning to find that Google’s decided to honor the humble idli with their homepage Doodle on October 11, 2025. Not a famous person, not a historical event — just good old idli. And you know what? I’m kind of here for it. It’s pretty wild when you think about it. Of...
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G lands in India — a new badge on a familiar body
Samsung has quietly launched its Galaxy M17 5G in India, but let’s be honest — this one’s going to ring a bell. It’s basically the Galaxy F17 5G in new packaging, which itself was a rebadged Galaxy A17 5G. So what’s really going on? Think of it as Samsung recycling its own hits — the same formula, adjusted slightly for...
Meet the Boox P6 Pro — a phone-sized e-reader that finally adds 5G and color
Boox has quietly dropped something pretty interesting in China — the P6 Pro. Think of it as the next-gen version of the Boox Palma, but with a few huge upgrades: 5G, a color display, and more memory across the board. For years, Boox’s smaller e-readers were Wi-Fi only. You could read and sync over Wi-Fi, but once you stepped out,...
Why Big Car Brands Are Suddenly Turning Their Backs on Apple’s CarPlay Ultra
When Apple showed off CarPlay Ultra, it promised to change how we use cars forever. Instead of just connecting your iPhone to the screen, this new version was meant to take over every display and control inside the car — from speedometers to air conditioning. At first, everyone was excited. Big names like Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Audi said they...


