After over 100 years of service, the global copper telephone network is being systematically retired. From the UK to Spain to the US, telecoms are swapping orange cables for fiber and figuring out what to do with thousands of vacant central offices.
Apple has reportedly signed an exclusive NDA with Intel and obtained early PDK kits for the 18A-P manufacturing process. The company is waiting for PDK 1.0/1.1 in Q1 2026 before potentially moving lowest-end MacBook and iPad chips to Intel Foundry by Q2-Q3 2027. This could represent 15-20 million un
An AgiBot A2 robot just completed a 66-mile journey over three days, setting a new Guinness world record. The robot used a novel hot-swap battery system to keep going without ever powering down. This achievement demonstrates significant progress in humanoid robot endurance and reliability.
India is building two quantum fabrication facilities with $80.75 million in funding as part of its National Quantum Mission. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has deployed a 200-qubit neutral-atom quantum computer from French startup Pasqal at Aramco’s Dhahran data center. Both moves signal growing global inv
Researchers at Chalmers University developed a microscopic coating with sharp metal nanotips that pierce bacterial membranes. This physical approach kills microbes without promoting antibiotic resistance. The technology could protect everything from medical implants to ship hulls.
Apple is poised to reclaim the global smartphone shipments crown from Samsung after 14 years. The iPhone 17 series is driving massive growth with 9% higher Q3 shipments and 18% stronger Chinese demand. This marks a significant power shift in the mobile industry.
Kepler Communications is launching its first ten optical data relay satellites in January 2026 via SpaceX. The constellation aims to provide real-time connectivity and on-orbit computing for government and commercial customers. The system is designed to be interoperable with US Space Development Age
Nokia just secured a major five-year contract extension with Telefónica Germany to modernize the carrier’s nationwide radio access network. The deal comes as Germany pushes operators to shift away from Chinese vendors like Huawei. Nokia will deploy its Cloud RAN and AI-powered products through 2030.
Microsoft is making its handheld gaming experience more console-like with automatic optimization profiles. The new system handles graphics and power settings for popular titles like Indiana Jones and Call of Duty. This addresses one of the biggest complaints about PC-based handhelds requiring manual
According to XDA-Developers, pairing a Raspberry Pi 5 with LibreELEC creates a media streamer that outperforms Chromecast for local content. The setup offers better hardware flexibility, offline viewing, and consistent performance without cloud dependencies. It’s a game-changer for anyone with perso
