Samsung begins rolling out One UI 9 to more Galaxy devices
The One UI 9 rollout brings new Galaxy experiences and AI features, with availability staged by model and market.
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Personal computing
PCs, smartphones, consumer systems, home networks and hardware.
This topic separates useful hardware changes from announcement effects. It covers devices, support lifetimes, compatibility and the practical consequences of a purchase or upgrade.
Samsung wants Vision AI to become the living-room companion
Samsung is linking TVs and appliances through Vision AI Companion, Bixby and SmartThings for contextual assistance.
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Apple opens Houston facility for AI servers and future Mac mini production
The US site already builds and ships servers for Apple Intelligence. Mac mini production is scheduled to begin there later in 2026.
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Apple Watch Ultra 4: 45 hours of workouts for EUR 899
Apple Watch Ultra 4 adds Series 12 health tracking and extends GPS battery life for long outings. Here are its changes, price and limits.
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Apple Watch Series 12: new health tracking starts at EUR 449
Series 12 samples heart rate more often and introduces a readiness score. Here is what Apple's new watch changes in practice.
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AirPods 5: open-ear noise cancellation starts at EUR 149
AirPods 5 bring active noise cancellation to both open-ear models and add new Siri features. Here are the differences and French pricing.
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iPhone Duo: Apple's first foldable starts at EUR 2,339
Apple's first foldable iPhone combines two displays, A20 Pro and iOS 27.1. Here are its French price, use cases, battery life and compromises.
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iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: French pricing, variable aperture and battery life
The iPhone 18 Pro lineup adds A20 Pro, a 48MP variable-aperture camera and redesigned vapor chamber. Here is what may or may not justify prices starting at EUR 1,479.
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Docker VMM enters public beta on Mac and Windows: should you switch engines?
Docker Desktop 4.86 offers a first-party hypervisor optimized for containers. Here are expected gains and beta precautions.
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EU App Store terms get simpler, but Apple keeps a commission on every route
From October 1, Apple unifies EU terms: 26% with IAP, 20% with in-app alternative payment and 5% outside the App Store.
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Mac mini M6 is faster and built for local AI, but should you replace your Mac?
The Mac mini M6 arrives September 22 with upgraded CPU and GPU, Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 GbE. Here is what to check before ordering.
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Siri AI on iOS 27: compatible iPhones and Europe's launch limits
Apple limits Siri AI to recent hardware and some platforms in the European Union. Here is the compatibility and rollout picture.
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Apple Upgrade leases iPhone, Mac and iPad: value or permanent hardware subscription?
Apple and Klarna launch a US device lease with upgrades. Entry prices, returns, buyouts and what international buyers should know.
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HONOR Robot Phone: the robotic-camera smartphone goes on sale in China today
Motorized gimbal camera, dual 200MP sensors, YOYO AI, price and availability: what HONOR's first Robot Phone actually changes.
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Galaxy Watch9: should you give your smartwatch more health data?
Sleep, heart health, recovery, battery life and medical limits: what to check before buying Samsung's new Galaxy Watch9.
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AirPods Max 2 cost EUR579: what actually changed?
H2, improved noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio and live translation: a practical guide to deciding whether AirPods Max 2 justify their price.
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Pixel 11 starts at EUR999: which model should you choose?
Pixel 11, Pro, Pro XL or Pro Fold: prices, cameras, AI and updates explained. A practical guide to choosing without paying for unused extras.
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Android 17 expands parental controls: how to manage screen time
Android 17 adds daily limits, downtime and app blocking to Settings. How it works, how it differs from Family Link and practical setup advice.
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Android 17: should you install the update as soon as it arrives?
Android 17 is rolling out first to Pixel devices. Features, security, compatibility and backups: the checklist before installing the update.
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Pixel 11 on August 12: what Google confirms before preorders
Google will unveil the Pixel 11 on August 12. Here is what is confirmed and what buyers should verify before preordering the new phone.
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France Identité at the airport: can a smartphone really replace your ID?
France's digital ID card is accepted at boarding in French airports. Here is where it works, where it does not, and what travelers should still carry.
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Phone storage full: free up space without losing photos
Full iPhone or Android storage: a safe method to identify large files, verify backups and recover space without losing important memories.
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Which laptop should you buy in 2026? A guide by use case and budget
Office work, study, development, creative work or gaming: useful specifications, coherent budgets and the traps to avoid before buying.
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Personal computing guide: choose, secure and extend device life
PCs, phones, networks, storage and backups: a method for buying around real use and keeping hardware useful for longer.
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Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra or Flip8: foldables become a real choice
Samsung is no longer launching a single showcase foldable but three devices for distinct uses. Here is what that strategy changes for buyers.
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Siri AI enters public beta: Apple prepares its mainstream test
With the iOS 27 public beta, Apple is opening its rebuilt Siri to more users and asking a simple question: can AI become truly everyday?
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iOS 26.6: the boring update iPhone users should still install
Apple fixes dozens of vulnerabilities in iOS and iPadOS 26.6. Even without a flashy feature, this update matters for everyday users.
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AppleCare One in France: smart protection or one more subscription?
AppleCare One covers multiple Apple devices under one plan. It can be useful, but only for specific user profiles.
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Which smartphone should you buy in 2026 if you actually care about AI?
Every spec sheet now talks about AI. Smart buying still starts with camera quality, battery life, updates and features you will really use.
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Wi-Fi 7 at home: should you replace your router already?
Wi-Fi 7 promises more throughput and lower latency. For many homes, the real gain still depends on devices, fiber and placement.
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USB4 80Gbps makes the cable a technical choice again
With USB4 v2, docks, displays and external SSDs gain potential. Users still need to read logos and real capabilities.
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Windows 11 support dates should guide PC fleet planning
Windows 11 versions have different end-of-support dates. For small companies, tracking the calendar prevents rushed migrations.
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NPU laptops: buy now or wait?
AI-oriented PCs promise faster local features. The right choice mainly depends on ownership duration and real workloads.
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Multimodal search is changing mainstream app habits
Text, image, voice and context are merging in search. Consumer apps need to adapt their journeys to this new behavior.
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Arm PCs: battery life is improving, compatibility remains the real test
Arm laptops appeal through endurance and silence. Before buying, critical software still needs to be checked.
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QR code and mobile phishing bypass the workstation
QR codes move users to their phones, outside many usual enterprise protections.
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Routers, mesh and latency: the home network is becoming a product
Remote work, streaming, cloud gaming and connected devices make home networking look like a small infrastructure problem.
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