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Researchers uncover new DarkSword spyware variant affecting unpatched iPhones
iVerify released a report today detailing P7 DarkSword, a new variant of the malware associated with the DarkSword iPhone exploit chain uncovered earlier this year. Here are the details. Earlier this year, Google and iVerify revealed two sophisticated iPhone hacking tools known as Coruna and DarkSword, both of which chained multiple iOS vulnerabilities to compromise devices running outdated system versions. In DarkSword’s case, once an iPhone was compromised, attackers could deploy additional malware with…
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You can now use TextExpander for free across Mac, iPhone, iPad, and more
Incredibly useful keyboard shortcut utility TextExpander now offers a free plan, letting users access its core Snippets feature on the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Windows, and Chrome. Here are the details. I’ve written in the past about how TextExpander is one of the first apps I install as soon as I get a new Mac. Over the years, I’ve built up a library of roughly 200 Snippets (TextExpander’s name for text abbreviations that automatically expand…
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Trump Mobile doesn't seem to have FCC authorization for phone service, senator says
Trump Mobile apparently failed to obtain necessary authorizations to operate the international calling portion of its phone service, Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) wrote in a letter to the company today. Her letter said Trump Mobile also doesn’t appear to have submitted a required plan for fighting robocalls. Trump Mobile’s key business partner, Liberty Mobile Wireless, did make a robocall database filing, but it was not complete, Hassan said. Hassan’s letter raised questions about Trump…
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Apple Now Pushing iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Install iOS 27
Starting today, iPhone users still running iOS 26 will see iOS 27.0.1 as the prominent software update in the Settings app under General → Software Update, with iOS 26.7.1 now relegated to a smaller "Also Available" section at the bottom. iOS 27 was released on September 14, but until now that update and later iOS 27.0.1 were shown under the "Also Available" section, with iOS 26.7 and later iOS 26.7.1 shown in the prominent…
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What price hike? Amazon just slashed $450 off the Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung may have just increased the Galaxy S26 series' prices by $100 in the U.S., but that doesn't matter much right now, as Amazon has discounted the Galaxy S26 Ultra by a massive 32% during Prime Big Deal Days. That translates to a whopping $450 in savings on one of Samsung's best flagship phones. If you're in the market for a new Android smartphone and want a no-nonsense flagship experience with built-in privacy features…
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Apple Home adds two powerful new features in iOS 27
Apple is launching several new Home products next week, so it’s no surprise that iOS 27 includes big upgrades in the Home app. Here are two powerful new Home features in iOS 27. HomeKit Secure Video is Apple’s secure, cloud-based service included with iCloud+ for compatible video cameras. It lets you record footage, view it from anywhere, and set up activity automations. In iOS 27, Apple Intelligence powers three new HomeKit Secure Video upgrades…
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Galaxy phones reportedly ‘yield no profit at all’ when sold as Samsung cuts production
A new report alleges that Samsung is cutting way back on Galaxy smartphone production plans through the end of 2026, by as much as 30%. Korean media, MoneyToday, reports that Samsung is cutting Galaxy smartphone production by up to 30% through Q4 2026. Where original forecasts expected Samsung to produce around 270 million smartphones in 2026, the company may just barely surpass 200 million at this point. The reason for the reduction is, of…
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iPhone 14 Pro Max : son prix continue de chuter, mais les stocks risquent de fondre rapidement, vite !
Vous cherchez un iPhone pas cher, mais suffisamment puissant pour une utilisation fluide en 2026 ? Ce bon plan est fait pour vous ! L’iPhone 14 Pro Max est actuellement à prix cassé en reconditionné sur Certideal. Il est affiché à 445,99 € seulement, sachant que son prix de départ était de 1479 €… Les iPhone sont réputés pour être hors de prix, mais ça n’est pas sans raison. Ce sont des smartphones dotés…
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The Amazon Alexa Tablet series runs Android, and turns into a 'sanctuary' for Kindle readers
What you need to know Amazon announced its Alexa Tablet series, consisting of the Tablet 12 Pro, Tablet 11, and Tablet 8. The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro sits at the top with a 12-inch display, quad Dolby Atmos speakers, multitasking capabilities (keyboard, stylus), and vibrant and Nanomatte display variants. Amazon states the Tablet 11 and 8 focus on entertainment and reading comfort, respectively. The Tablet 12 Pro starts at $499 for its vibrant display…
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Tim Cook Explains Why He Stepped Down as Apple CEO Before iPhone Duo Launch
The Independent's David Phelan on Wednesday interviewed Apple's executive chairman Tim Cook at Apple's U.K. headquarters in the Battersea Power Station, and one of the topics they discussed was John Ternus taking over as Apple's CEO. Ternus, who was previously Apple's hardware engineering chief, succeeded Cook as Apple's CEO on September 1. Cook said the transition "started years ago." "It's been an interesting transition," said Cook. "We really set out to have the best…
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Samsung Galaxy S27 leak suggests good news for pricing, but don’t get too optimistic
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A leak may have revealed the pricing for the Galaxy S27 family. The leak suggests that we can expect a price increase for the Ultra model. It also offers details on the displays used for each model. Samsung tends to launch its new Galaxy S phones at the beginning of the year. With 2027 only a few months away, it’s time to start thinking about the Galaxy…
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Les Galaxy S27 Pro et Ultra auront un meilleur écran que les Galaxy S27 et S27+, mais attention aux prix
Il y aura une grande différence d’affichage entre les écrans des Galaxy S27 Pro et Ultra d’un côté, et des Galaxy S27 et S27+ de l’autre. La prochaine génération de smartphones haut de gamme est particulièrement attendue. D’abord, nous aurons l’introduction d’un quatrième modèle, le Galaxy S27 Pro, après l’échec du Galaxy S25 Edge deux ans plus tôt. Cette fois, Samsung prend moins de risque et mise sur un smartphone aux caractéristiques premium, mais…
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Deals: Galaxy Z Fold 8 up to $628 off, Pixel 11 Pro up to nearly $400 off, Nothing Headphone (a) 35% off, more
Alongside the launch of Amazon’s brand new iPad-styleAndroid Alexa Tablets starting at $230, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by loads of fantastic hangover Google and Samsung Prime Day deals. However, we have uncovered much lower prices now live courtesy of Best Buy open-box listing: Galaxy Z Fold 8 at over $570 off for the 256GB and over $600 off for the 512GB (more details here) and Pixel 11 Pro models at nearly nearly…
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There’s a clear divide between Galaxy S27 tiers, as the latest leak lists price
Samsung’s Galaxy S27 launch is getting closer, which means pricing and final details are being finalized and, further, leaked. The latest report lists Galaxy S27 series pricing and one spec that divides the lineup into two distinct tiers. It’s been known that Samsung wants to add another device model to the Galaxy S27 series. It tried last year, but the Galaxy S26 Edge never came to be and was replaced by a rushed S26+.…
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Test Apple iPhone 18 Pro : le modèle Pro Max n'est plus (si) indispensable
La dernière gamme de smartphones du fabricant n'est peut-être pas la plus spectaculaire, mais les améliorations apportées au processeur, à la batterie et aux appareils photo en font tout de même des modèles qui méritent votre attention. Ma semaine de test de l’Apple iPhone 18 Pro et Pro Max a été une véritable révélation, non pas du fait du nouvel appareil photo à ouverture variable qui transforme les lumières éblouissantes en effets d’étoiles, ni…
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Samsung is reportedly cutting smartphone production as memory costs soar
What you need to know Samsung has reportedly asked suppliers to cut Q4 smartphone production by 20% to 30%. The cuts could drop Samsung’s total 2026 production from an expected 270 million units down closer to the 200-million range. Skyrocketing smartphone DRAM prices are said to be squeezing margins, forcing Samsung to absorb higher manufacturing expenses or risk alienating buyers with steep price hikes. Samsung looks set to do something counterintuitive in the smartphone…
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Clés USB, smartphones… les e-dogs flairent le tantale pendant des perquisitions
L'île de la tantalation Vous connaissez certainement les chiens renifleurs capables de détecter de la drogue, des armes ou de l’argent. Mais il en existe aussi pour trouver du matériel électronique, notamment des clés USB et cartes mémoires. Ils sont appelés en renfort dans certaines perquisitions, particulièrement dans des affaires pédocriminelles. Depuis des décennies, la gendarmerie nationale fait appel à des équipes cynophiles pour la recherche de personnes, de stupéfiants, de billets de banque,…
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Prise en main des Find X10 et Find X10 Pro Max : voici les nouveaux smartphones haut de gamme d’Oppo sous toutes leurs coutures
Un an après avoir dévoilé la série Find X9, Oppo revient sur le segment du haut de gamme avec le Find X10 et une toute nouvelle déclinaison, le Find X10 Pro Max. Nous les avons pris en main, l’occasion de vous les présenter sous toutes leurs coutures. Oppo renouvelle son catalogue de smartphones haut de gamme et il faut dire que la marque n’a pas peur de faire bouger les lignes d’une génération à…
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First look: This Pro Max Android phone is everything the iPhone isn’t
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR We’ve got our first real-world look at the OPPO Find X10 Pro Max ahead of its global release. The phone features a revised camera housing with a metal bezel and a pill-shaped secondary island. Expect a metal frame and textured finish, too. OPPO recently launched the Find X10 series in China, with the Find X10 Pro Max leading the charge. The series still hasn’t launched in global…
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« Les smartphones de Samsung ne génèrent actuellement aucun bénéfice » : la crise de la mémoire forcerait le constructeur à réduire sa production
Quand l’un des plus gros fabricants de téléphones au monde met le pied sur le frein, c’est que les choses vont vraiment mal. D’après le média sud-coréen Money Today, qui a sorti l’information ce jeudi 8 octobre, la division mobile de Samsung aurait demandé à ses fournisseurs de ralentir la production de smartphones au quatrième trimestre afin de faire face à la crise de la mémoire. La baisse porterait sur 20 à 30 %…
Lire l’article completMotorola starts rolling out stable Android 17 for more devices in the US
TL;DR Motorola is rolling out the Android 17 update to more of its devices in the US. The Motorola Razr 2026, Edge 60 Fusion, and Edge 60 Pro have started receiving the update. Android 17 brings a new Quick Settings panel, stackable widgets, and more features to Motorola phones. Motorola’s Android 17 rollout has been very slow and often confusing. Though the company started its Android 17 beta in February, the actual stable rollout…
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Rivian R2 owners can now put a live pet cam on their phone's lockscreen
Keep an eye on your furry, feathered or scaly friends when you leave the car. Rivian's latest software update is one many pet parents will be very pleased to see. Following the latest 2026.36 update, R2 vehicle models will have the option to put a Pet Cam on your phone's lock screen in case you need to step away from the car while your critter is still inside. This feature leverages the high-definition interior…
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Review: Rhinoshield’s iPhone 18 Pro bumper case is minimalist but surprisingly protective
iPhone bumper cases have been a fan-favorite since the iPhone 4 bumpers, but options these days are few and far between. Rhinoshield offers a decent option for those wanting a minimal case. Apple finally got back into the bumper business with the iPhone Air last year. I was hoping Apple would expand their bumper case to the iPhone 18 Pro (like they did with the clear case and iPhone 11), but unfortunately they did…
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Android’s physical navigation buttons are back on Googlebooks, but not the way you think
An oldie but a goodie — and kind of a necessity-die. An oldie but a goodie — and kind of a necessity-die. A common misconception I’ve seen with Googlebooks is that the Quick Insert and Google logo keys are new. They’re not, as they first debuted a couple of years ago on some Chromebooks. But there is something new for Googlebooks that’s ripped straight from Android phones circa 2014. On every Googlebook keyboard, the…
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