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iOS 27.2 adds Multiview sports streaming to iPhone
The update lets iPhone users watch up to four live sports streams at once, covering MLS, Formula 1, and MLB Friday Night Baseball. The feature was previously limited to Apple TV 4K and Vision Pro.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware
Apple admits to iPhone Duo screen cracking issue
Apple has acknowledged that some iPhone Duo units suffer from inner display cracking near the hinge. The company says only a small number of devices are affected and advises contacting AppleCare for a replacement.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Artificial intelligence · Smartphones & apps · Software & updates
Siri AI gains five new languages, EU still excluded
Apple's iOS 27.2 update expands Siri AI support to French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. Further languages are planned by year end, but EU users remain without access.
Full story at AppleInsider ↗ - IT industry & companies · Smartphones & apps
T-Mobile launches new T-Mix plans with perk points
T-Mobile introduced its new T-Mix unlimited plans, which include a point system called 'Picks' redeemable for member perks. The number of Picks depends on the plan tier and number of lines.
Full story at Droid Life ↗ - Cybersecurity · Chips & hardware
Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreak enables YouTube app
Following the first known Switch 2 jailbreak, hackers have managed to run YouTube on the console. Internal game files, including Mario Kart World assets, are reportedly being extracted as well.
Full story at Android Authority ↗ - Software & updates · IT industry & companies
Instagram tests new long-form widescreen video format
Instagram has begun testing a long-form, widescreen video feature called 'Features' on mobile and TV. Product VP Tessa Lyons says it will complement short-form content like Reels rather than replace it.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - IT industry & companies
Microsoft offers buyout to up to 60,000 employees
Microsoft is offering a voluntary buyout program to as many as 60,000 employees as it continues downsizing. This follows previous layoffs that significantly affected the Halo team.
Full story at XDA ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps · Software & updates · Artificial intelligence
Apple releases iOS 27.2 with expanded Siri AI support
Apple rolled out iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, the first major updates since September's release. The update adds new Siri AI languages, Apple TV app profiles, and refreshed Apple Music branding.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - IT industry & companies · Smartphones & apps
T-Mobile lets users build custom plans
T-Mobile is launching T-Mix, replacing pre-packaged plans with a credits system called Picks for services like Netflix or Xbox Game Pass. Customers can adjust their picks every three months, but unused credits do not roll over.
Full story at Android Central ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Chips & hardware
Apple unveils new iPad mini with OLED screen
Apple has launched a new iPad mini featuring a bigger OLED display, the A20 Pro chip, and a thinner body. The device also gains water resistance and a new speaker system.
Full story at Gizchina.com ↗
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