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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

iPhone Gets 13 Fresh Features in the Next iOS Update

Apple has just dropped a new beta build for its operating system, showing that the upcoming release will bring thirteen brand‑new tweaks and fixes to iPhones. The first sign is that the public rollout should happen next week, while the next beta will include a new Siri powered by Gemini and other sm

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Mar 18 2026WEATHER

Winter lingers: What Michigan can expect after the big blizzard

The massive blizzard that shut down much of northern Michigan has finally moved on, but it left behind a mess that won’t vanish overnight. Places like Marquette and Negaunee just set new snow records in 48 hours, burying roads under heavy drifts. The Upper Peninsula and areas from Traverse City to t

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Mar 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Google Maps’ New 3‑D Driving Makeover

The latest version of Google Maps promises the most substantial change for drivers in more than ten years. Instead of a flat map, it now displays a lively three‑dimensional view that mirrors real buildings, bridges and hills. This visual overhaul helps drivers see exactly where they are on the road.

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Mar 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Plasma Gets a Tune‑Up: Bug Fixes Roll Out Soon

The KDE Plasma team has announced a wave of bug fixes that will reach users in the upcoming 6. 6. 2, 6. 6. 3 and 6. 7 releases. These updates focus on improving stability rather than adding new features, addressing issues that have been bothering the community for some time. A key improvement is

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s New‑Product Week: What to Expect

Apple is set to unveil a series of new devices beginning on Monday morning, kicking off a multi‑day announcement cycle that will culminate in a press experience on Wednesday. The company’s CEO confirmed the schedule, and reporters from New York City will be present to cover the events. A teaser v

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s Upcoming Reveal: What to Expect in the Next Few Days

Apple’s chief executive, Tim Cook, posted a teaser on social media that hinted at a “big week ahead, ” sparking speculation about the company’s next set of releases. The post featured a colorful Apple logo and a short clip that ended with the symbol on a Mac’s lid, suggesting new hardware is on the

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Alan Wake Gets a Big Visual Boost on PC

The latest patch for Alan Wake Remastered brings a major visual upgrade: HDR support now works on PC, giving the game brighter colors and deeper shadows. This update is more than just a new lighting mode. It also lets players skip the opening cutscene, which speeds up play for those who have alre

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Android 17: A New AI‑Driven Experience

Google’s Sameer Samat stepped onto the stage at Galaxy Unpacked and announced that Android 17 will bring “amazing things. ” He described the platform as shifting from a simple operating system to an intelligent system that learns and adapts to users. The focus is on embedding AI at the core of Andro

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Gemini Helps You Do More on Your Phone

Google has added new tricks to its Gemini AI that let users ask the phone to run simple tasks, like ordering a ride or food. The update is still in testing and works only on a handful of apps that deal with food, groceries or rides. It can be used on certain Pixel and Samsung phones and is available

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Feb 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pixel Launcher Adds Sports and Finance to Your Lock Screen

Pixel users can now see sports scores and stock news right on their lock screen, thanks to a new update that brings two fresh data types into the At a Glance widget. The feature first appeared in early February and is still rolling out, so not every device will see both options at once. When enab

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