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Apple upgrades iPad Air with M4 chip, boosting AI performance while keeping $599 price tag

Apple launched the iPad Air with M4 chip, delivering significant performance upgrades without raising prices. The device starts at $599 for the 11-inch model and features 30% faster processing than the M3 version, enhanced on-device AI capabilities through an updated Neural Engine, and improved wireless connectivity with Wi-Fi 7 support. The launch coincides with Mobile World Congress, positioning Apple against smartphone rivals.

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Apple upgrades iPad Air with M4 chip, boosting AI performance while keeping $599 price tag

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MWC 2026 reveals how AI boom collides with memory chip shortage, threatening smartphone market

At MWC 2026 in Barcelona, telecommunications companies and phone makers confronted a severe memory chip shortage threatening to shrink smartphone sales by 13% this year. The AI boom has created insatiable demand from data centers, forcing device makers to pivot strategies. Major alliances emerged as Nvidia, Nokia, and Qualcomm announced partnerships to build AI-ready 6G mobile networks.

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MWC 2026 reveals how AI boom collides with memory chip shortage, threatening smartphone market

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AMD brings Ryzen AI processors to desktops with NPU for first time, targets business PCs

AMD announced its first Ryzen AI desktop processors at Mobile World Congress, marking the debut of NPU-equipped chips for standard desktop PCs. The Ryzen AI 400 Series features Zen 5 CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 graphics, and a 50 TOPS NPU, making them the first desktop chips certified for Microsoft's Copilot+ PC features. However, these won't be available as retail boxed units—only through OEM systems starting Q2 2026.

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AMD brings Ryzen AI processors to desktops with NPU for first time, targets business PCs

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Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chip targets AI watches, pendants, and smart glasses

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, designed to power a new wave of AI wearables including smartwatches, AI pins, pendants, and camera-equipped devices. Samsung, Google, and Motorola are already building hardware with the chip, which promises enhanced on-device AI capabilities, 30% improved battery life, and support for up to 2 billion parameter models.

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Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chip targets AI watches, pendants, and smart glasses

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Lenovo debuts AI Workmate desk robot and Work Companion concepts to humanize AI at MWC

Lenovo showcased two desktop AI companions at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona—the AI Workmate, a desk robot with animated eyes and a built-in projector, and the AI Work Companion, a smart desk clock that syncs tasks across devices. Both proof-of-concept devices explore how physical AI experiences could reshape professional environments.

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Lenovo debuts AI Workmate desk robot and Work Companion concepts to humanize AI at MWC

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Apple replaces Core ML with Core AI framework for iOS 27, signaling shift in AI strategy

Apple will introduce Core AI at WWDC in June, replacing its existing Core ML framework as part of iOS 27. The rebranding reflects the shift from dated machine learning terminology to modern artificial intelligence, helping developers integrate AI models into applications more effectively across Apple platforms.

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Apple replaces Core ML with Core AI framework for iOS 27, signaling shift in AI strategy

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Qualcomm and Nvidia race to define AI-native 6G as telecom industry shifts focus at MWC 2026

At Mobile World Congress 2026, Qualcomm and Nvidia announced competing initiatives to build AI-native 6G networks, with both tech giants forming alliances with major telecom operators. Despite no finalized 6G standards, the companies aim for commercial rollouts by 2029, positioning the next generation of wireless networks as essential infrastructure for physical AI applications like autonomous vehicles and robots.

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Qualcomm and Nvidia race to define AI-native 6G as telecom industry shifts focus at MWC 2026

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Ultrahuman Ring Pro debuts with 15-day battery life and Jade AI, but US launch remains uncertain

Ultrahuman unveiled its Ring Pro smart ring with industry-leading 15-day battery life and launched Jade AI, a biointelligence platform that synthesizes health data for real-time insights. The $479 device ships globally in March, but a patent dispute with Oura keeps it off US shelves for now. The company has submitted a redesigned version to US Customs for clearance.

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Ultrahuman Ring Pro debuts with 15-day battery life and Jade AI, but US launch remains uncertain

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Ambarella posts 37% revenue growth as Edge AI adoption drives automotive and robotics expansion

Ambarella reported record annual revenue of $390.7 million in fiscal 2026, marking a 37% year-over-year increase driven by Edge AI products. The chip designer projects 10%-15% revenue growth for fiscal 2027, fueled by new 5-nanometer and 4-nanometer AI SoCs across automotive, IoT, and robotics markets. CEO Fermi Wang emphasized the company's strategic shift toward Edge AI applications and indirect sales channels.

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Ambarella posts 37% revenue growth as Edge AI adoption drives automotive and robotics expansion

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Firefox 148 introduces AI kill switch, giving users full control over AI features

Mozilla released Firefox 148 with dedicated AI controls that let users block all current and future AI features in the browser. The update includes a Block AI enhancements toggle alongside five optional AI features like automatic language translations and AI-based tab group suggestions. The move responds to user backlash after Mozilla announced plans to evolve Firefox into an AI browser.

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Firefox 148 introduces AI kill switch, giving users full control over AI features

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Nokia secures exclusive deal with Telefonica to power AI data centres across Spain

Nokia has won a multi-year contract with Telefonica to deploy AI-enabling networking solutions across 17 Edge data centers in Spain, with 12 already operational. The partnership positions Nokia as the exclusive provider for Telefonica's Edge network, supporting AI training, healthcare, education, and B2B services while tapping into Spain's rapidly expanding data centre market.

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Nokia secures exclusive deal with Telefonica to power AI data centres across Spain

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Galaxy S26 Gets Scam Detection With Gemini AI to Protect You From Scam Calls and Texts

Google's Scam Detection feature, previously exclusive to Pixel phones, now arrives on Samsung's Galaxy S26 series. Using Gemini AI, the feature analyzes calls and texts in real-time to identify fraud patterns, alerting users with audio and haptic warnings. The expansion marks a shift from Pixel exclusivity, though initial rollout is limited to US English speakers.

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Galaxy S26 Gets Scam Detection With Gemini AI to Protect You From Scam Calls and Texts

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Perseverance rover achieves 90% autonomous navigation on Mars with new self-driving systems

NASA's Perseverance rover has shattered self-driving records on Mars, completing 90% of its travels autonomously compared to Curiosity's 6.2%. Using Enhanced Autonomous Navigation and the new Mars Global Localization system, the rover can now determine its own position and navigate independently, covering unprecedented distances while exploring Jezero Crater for signs of ancient life.

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Perseverance rover achieves 90% autonomous navigation on Mars with new self-driving systems

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Axelera AI Secures $250 Million to Scale Energy-Efficient Chips for Edge Computing

Dutch chipmaker Axelera AI raised more than $250 million in a funding round led by Innovation Industries with participation from BlackRock and Samsung Catalyst. The company designs power-efficient semiconductors for AI inference at the edge, aiming to reduce reliance on energy-intensive data centers. With over $450 million raised since 2021, Axelera AI plans to launch its next-generation Europa chip before June 2026.

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Axelera AI Secures $250 Million to Scale Energy-Efficient Chips for Edge Computing

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ADT acquires Origin Wireless for $170 million to bring Wi-Fi motion sensing to home security

ADT has acquired Origin Wireless for $170 million to integrate AI sensing technology into its home security systems. The technology uses Wi-Fi signals to detect human presence and activity without cameras, promising to reduce false alarms while raising new privacy questions about corporate surveillance in connected homes.

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ADT acquires Origin Wireless for $170 million to bring Wi-Fi motion sensing to home security

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