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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Apple Enters Foldable Phone Market With $1,999 iPhone

Apple has unveiled its first foldable iPhone, priced at $1,999. The move comes despite foldable smartphones remaining a niche and largely unpopular product category in the broader market. The premium price tag reflects the complex engineering and specialized components required to build foldable devices. Apple appears to be betting that its brand loyalty and ecosystem can succeed where other manufacturers have struggled to gain mass adoption.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Xbox to publish Hideo Kojima's Physint after PlayStation cancelled the project

Xbox has stepped in to publish Physint, an action game from Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima, after PlayStation unexpectedly dropped the project. Sony, which previously published both Death Stranding titles, described the move as a difficult decision while maintaining that its relationship with Kojima Productions remains intact. Kojima himself contradicted the diplomatic tone, stating on X that Sony delivered a surprise cancellation notice in June. According to Kojima, his studio has spent the past three months scrambling to find a new publishing partner following the abrupt exit. The announcements came simultaneously from PlayStation, Xbox, Kojima Productions, and Kojima personally.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Volvo revives XC40 PHEV with redesigned interior, Gemini AI, and new safety tech

Volvo has announced the return of its plug-in hybrid XC40, roughly three years after the model was discontinued. The refreshed vehicle features updated exterior styling and a significantly overhauled interior with a larger infotainment screen and Google's Gemini AI assistant. A new sensor-and-software safety suite has also been added to the lineup. The revamped XC40 PHEV is expected to reach dealerships in early 2026. Volvo positions the model as a middle-ground option for drivers seeking improved fuel efficiency without fully committing to an electric vehicle.

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TechnologyBBC Tech ·

UK Watchdog Calls for New Laws to Govern AI Use in NHS Healthcare

The UK's medicines and healthcare regulator has called for new legislation to oversee the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon made the remarks in an interview with the BBC. He indicated that AI technology is expected to become a routine part of NHS operations in the near future. The watchdog's position highlights growing concern about the regulatory gaps surrounding AI-driven medical tools and decisions.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Listen Labs Abandons $1.5B Funding Round Amid Salesforce Acquisition Talks

AI research startup Listen Labs has walked away from a signed Series C term sheet with Menlo Ventures, according to sources familiar with the matter. The company was reportedly in the process of raising a $1.5 billion funding round before pulling back. The decision to abandon the deal appears to be linked to ongoing acquisition discussions with Salesforce. The move signals a potential strategic shift for Listen Labs, choosing a buyout path over independent growth through venture funding.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Automattic Board Forces CEO Matt Mullenweg Into Involuntary Leave of Absence

Matt Mullenweg, founder and CEO of Automattic — the parent company of WordPress.com — has been placed on a leave of absence by his board of directors against his wishes. The decision was revealed through an internal Slack message obtained by TechCrunch. Mullenweg himself had posted in a company-wide Slack channel earlier that Wednesday, addressing all employees. The move marks a significant leadership disruption at one of the most influential companies in the open-source web ecosystem.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple Delays Camera-Equipped AirPods Pro to 2027, Per Bloomberg Report

At its September event, Apple unveiled the foldable iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, AirPods 5 with active noise cancellation, and Siri Recap for the Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Notably absent from the announcements were the rumored camera-equipped AirPods Pro. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the camera AirPods Pro have been pushed back to 2027. The delay has drawn a mixed response, with some observers expressing relief over privacy concerns tied to wearable camera technology. The development signals that Apple is still working through the technical and ethical considerations of embedding cameras into ear-worn devices.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple brings back black to the iPhone Pro lineup after one-year absence

Apple has reintroduced a black color option to its iPhone Pro lineup, ending a one-year gap. The iPhone 17 Pro had dropped black entirely in favor of orange, silver, and dark blue — marking the first time since the Pro line launched in 2019 that no black or dark gray option was available. The iPhone Pro series originally debuted in September 2019 with the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max. The return of black has been welcomed by users who prefer understated, neutral-toned devices over bolder color choices.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

AI Safety Researcher Paul Christiano Joins OpenAI Foundation Board

Paul Christiano, a prominent artificial intelligence researcher known for his work on AI alignment, is set to join the board of directors of the OpenAI Foundation. Christiano is widely regarded as a significant voice in AI safety circles, particularly among those concerned about long-term risks posed by advanced AI systems. His addition to the board signals a continued emphasis on safety oversight within OpenAI's governance structure. The OpenAI Foundation serves as the nonprofit arm overseeing the broader mission of the organization.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple Enters Foldable Market with iPhone Duo, But the 'Duo' Name Has a Long History

Apple has announced the iPhone Duo, its first device featuring a foldable screen. The launch makes Apple a late entrant to the foldable smartphone market, which Samsung and Google have already established. The iPhone Duo distinguishes itself with a custom nano-texture display material designed to reduce the visibility of the screen crease. Notably, the 'Duo' name is not new to the tech world, having been used by other products before Apple adopted it. Whether Apple's marketing muscle and hardware innovations will overshadow these associations remains to be seen.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg placed on paid leave amid board dispute

Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic — the company behind WordPress.com — has been placed on a paid leave of absence following a board vote. Mullenweg alleged in an internal message that CFO Mark Davies conspired with board members Ann Dunwoody, Toni Schneider, and Sue Decker to remove him from his role. Mullenweg stated he voted against the decision. He has led Automattic since 2014 and also co-founded the open-source WordPress.org project. The development follows a turbulent period for Mullenweg, who drew controversy in 2024 over a public dispute involving the broader WordPress ecosystem.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

iPhone 18, Pixel 11, Galaxy Z Fold 8: Smartphones Get $100 Pricier in 2025

Apple has raised prices on its new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max to $1,199 and $1,299 respectively, marking a $100 increase over the previous generation. Even older iPhone models have not been spared, with Apple hiking their prices by the same amount. The trend is not limited to Apple — Google's Pixel 11 now starts at $899, up from $799, and Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has also launched at a higher price point. The across-the-board $100 price hike appears to be an industry-wide pattern in 2025, affecting consumers regardless of brand preference.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Massachusetts Becomes Third State in Three Months to Restrict Data Center Development

Massachusetts has introduced new clean energy requirements targeting data center development, making it the third U.S. state to impose such restrictions within a three-month span. The rules appear aimed at curbing the environmental impact of power-intensive data facilities. The move reflects a growing regulatory trend across American states to address the surging energy demands of the data center industry. The specific requirements compel data centers to meet clean power standards as a condition of development.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Suno Launches v6 AI Music Model Trained with Licensed Record Industry Data

AI music startup Suno has released its v6 model, marking the first time the company has developed a model with support from major record labels. The training data includes licensed content from Warner Music Group, BMG, and Believe, alongside user-generated data. Suno executive Jack Brody confirmed the model was built from scratch using an entirely new dataset, separate from those used in previous versions. The v6 release actually comprises three distinct models — v6, v6-wild, and v6-mini — with the mini version available for free to all users. It remains unclear whether the new dataset is entirely free of content obtained without proper licensing.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

OpenAI claims Millennium Prize math breakthrough amid academic scooping allegations

OpenAI announced on Tuesday that it has solved one of mathematics' Millennium Prize problems, a landmark achievement in the field. However, the announcement was clouded by controversy before it was even formally made public. Reports suggest OpenAI rushed to solve the problem after learning that other researchers were already close to a solution, raising concerns about competitive misconduct. The incident has sparked allegations of scooping and spying within academic circles. The episode highlights both the rapid pace at which AI is reshaping mathematics and the ethical tensions that can arise in high-stakes research competition.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Apple CEO John Ternus Defends iPhone's Future in First Keynote Address

John Ternus has made his debut as Apple's new CEO, delivering his first keynote address to the public. In his opening remarks, Ternus firmly positioned the iPhone as a continued cornerstone of Apple's product strategy. His stance echoes an approach previously championed by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs roughly 25 years ago. The move signals that Apple's leadership transition will not bring a dramatic shift away from its flagship smartphone business.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Four Threat Groups Exploited Same Chrome and Windows Zero-Day Kit

Four separate hacking groups were found using an identical exploit kit targeting vulnerabilities in Google Chrome and Microsoft Windows. The discovery highlights a concerning trend where multiple threat actors gain access to the same exploitation tools, amplifying the potential damage. Security researchers identified a 'patch gap' — the window between a vulnerability being exploited and a fix being deployed — as a key contributing factor. The accelerating pace of AI-assisted vulnerability discovery is also believed to have played a role in the wider spread of these exploits. The findings underscore growing risks as advanced hacking tools become more accessible to a broader range of malicious actors.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple explains how new Siri ambient listening features keep audio data private

At its Wednesday iPhone Duo launch event, Apple announced several new Siri Audio Intelligence features, including Siri Recap, Live Rewind, Sound Recognition, and Music Recognition. To address privacy concerns around ambient listening, Apple published a document detailing how user audio is handled. According to the document, raw audio from these features is processed within dedicated hardware and is never saved, nor accessible to the operating system, apps, or Apple itself. The privacy protections rely on the Secure Exclave within the S11 chip, which powers the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 bring health upgrades at same starting price

Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 at its 'Surprise and Shine' event. Both models introduce notable improvements to health sensors and tracking capabilities, along with support for audio transcriptions and summaries. The Series 12 also gains a new ceramic case option, while performance upgrades are driven by the new S11 processor. The new processor enables Apple Intelligence features across both models. Despite the added functionality, pricing remains unchanged, with the Series 12 starting at $399 and the Ultra 4 at $799.

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