Companies are designing satellites for Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO), just 43 miles above Earth. The potential is huge, but the challenges are extreme, requiring radical new propulsion and heat shielding.
Google is testing an experimental Rust-based audio decoder in Chrome’s Chromium project. The work, which began as a feasibility discussion in 2023, is now in active development but remains disabled by default.
Power factor, a measure of electrical efficiency, is becoming a major focus for utilities and a hidden cost driver for data centers. Poor power factor leads to wasted energy, equipment stress, and soon, direct financial penalties from power companies.
Researchers have developed a layered material that can trap toxic PFAS chemicals from water with record-breaking speed and efficiency. The real breakthrough is that the same material can then be used to safely destroy the captured pollutants, closing the cleanup loop.
Apple has seeded the first public betas for iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3. The headline feature is a simplified way to move data from an iPhone to an Android device. A final release is expected around the end of January.
Microsoft has confirmed that its December 2025 security updates are causing major disruptions in enterprise environments. The updates are breaking Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ) and causing IIS websites to fail. The company is telling IT administrators to contact support directly for temporary fix
Microsoft has confirmed its December 2025 security update breaks Message Queuing (MSMQ) on older Windows systems. The issue, caused by folder permission changes, halts queues and generates misleading errors. There’s no official fix, only workarounds that compromise security.
Verizon has inked another major tower agreement, this time with the newly formed Array Digital Infrastructure. This deal follows a recent agreement with SBA Communications and the $3.3 billion sale of its own towers earlier this year. It’s all part of a clear strategic shift.
Apple’s upcoming folding iPhone is facing production challenges that could push its price sky-high. According to a report, the company is dealing with high defect rates in the advanced displays. This, combined with Apple’s notorious quality standards, means we should brace for a price tag near $2,50
Apple is reportedly in early talks with Indian semiconductor firm CG Semi to handle iPhone chip packaging. This would mark a significant first for Apple’s supply chain in India, which is assembling more iPhones than ever.
