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Oracle introduced Fusion Claw, an agentic runtime that combines large language models with conventional transaction software, and 25 new applications that bring its Fusion Agentic Applications portfolio to 75.
British parcel firm Evri has begun Europe's first trial of a two-legged delivery robot in Barnsley, working with Japan's Refined Robotics. The robot climbs stairs, carries up to 15kg and is meant to assist couriers rather than replace them.
Engadget says Google's 2023 Pixel 8, now selling refurbished below $300 on Amazon, remains a solid pick for camera and software support, though its Tensor G3 chip and battery show their age.
European maker Kubb has built a one-off fanless mini PC with a 13kg solid 24-carat gold chassis for a customer in Europe, priced at roughly $1.7 million, according to TechRadar.
Craig Federighi says the iPhone Duo hinge API lets developers read device pose, while Apple uses the data for its screen preview.
Apple's Safari Notify Me watches pages for changes, but hourly checks undercut its use for fast-selling tickets, 9to5Mac says.
Blue Lights season 4 begins on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on September 29, 2026, with all six episodes streaming as a boxset; SBS carries it free in Australia from October 4.
Duo-Man, an app for the iPhone Duo, recreates a Sony Walkman with two screens and supports Apple Music and local files.
Samsung's Galaxy Store version 6.6.18.22 moves the Menu option from the top-left hamburger icon to the floating bottom bar, adding a fourth item alongside Apps, Games and My Galaxy.
Mozilla is pushing a redesigned Firefox to desktop and mobile users, with rounded tabs, a new address bar, fresh themes and the return of Compact Mode, The Verge reports.
Some wealthy Americans are spending up to $250,000 a year on longevity clinics and treatments, but doctors say many tests and IV drips lack evidence and may cause harm.
Nothing has launched the $399 Headphone 1 Pro, its first headphone with a physical switch that bypasses EQ and spatial audio for studio mixing, alongside LDAC, 24-bit audio and up to 68 hours of playback.
Beijing Hyundai launched the IONIQ V, a China-developed electric sedan, on Sept. 29 with five variants priced from 99,900 to 131,900 yuan and a Momenta-based assisted-driving system on the top trims.
Dyson has introduced the R1 Nurovi Dry, a vacuum-only robot vacuum at the bottom of a three-model lineup. It removes mopping hardware and a bulky wet-cleaning dock, targeting households that want simpler, cheaper dry cleaning, TechRadar reports.
Android Authority’s Sept. 29, 2026, report advises consumers not to buy five Motorola phones, citing weak value, short update policies and minimal upgrades on models including the Razr Ultra (2026) and recent Moto G devices.
Dongfeng and Huawei's Yijing launched the X9 six-seat SUV in Guangzhou with four variants, a limited-time price from RMB 279,800, and Huawei's latest smart cockpit, driving and safety systems.
TechRadar says Vivo's new 400mm teleconverter lens shows rivals Oppo and Apple how it's done, placing the accessory in a competitive smartphone telephoto comparison.
Moondrop launched its first gaming headset at 299 yuan; a community digest drew 447 August purchase reports.
OpenAI to reopen $200 ChatGPT Pro sign-ups Sept. 30 with half the prior API allowance; a $500 Pro Max tier has surfaced.
Orchard, introduced on Apple @ Work, enforces macOS and app updates plus security settings for compliance and audit readiness.
A Pixel 11 buyer who paid $300 through Google Fi detailed setup boot loops, Wi-Fi and 5G failures, and a factory reset before the phone worked, according to Android Authority.
Unofficial MotoKey Plus turns Motorola's AI key into a customizable shortcut button with separate single-, double-, and long-press actions, though it remains sideload-only.
Two studies released this week found that all 21 tested connected vehicles sent data to third-party domains and that most popular free Android games share personal data with foreign ad-tech companies.
Google Translate is testing auto-save for Live Translate transcripts on phones, while app code shows saving will be blocked when translation runs through smart glasses.