Tech Roundup: Ferrari Luce EV, Samsung Fold Wide, Sennheiser Momentum 5, and More
Ferrari Luce EV Co-Designed by Jony Ive
Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car, the Luce, with help from Apple's former design chief Jony Ive and his collective LoveFrom. The four-door, five-seat EV features a 122 kWh battery and four electric motors producing up to 1,035 horsepower, accelerating from 0-62 mph in 2.5 seconds. The interior uses Samsung OLED displays with a unique layered dashboard. Pricing starts at €550,000 ($640,000). (Digital Trends)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Official Name Surfaces
Samsung's upcoming foldable with a wider aspect ratio, previously rumored as "Galaxy Z Fold Wide," will officially be called the "Galaxy Z Fold8." The existing Fold model will likely adopt a new naming scheme as well. The device aims to compete with Apple's iPhone Ultra and other wide-ratio foldables. (GSMArena)
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Headphones Released
Sennheiser has launched the Momentum 5 over-ear headphones at $400, featuring Dolby Atmos with head tracking, improved hybrid ANC, and a high-fidelity 42mm dynamic driver. The headphones offer up to 57 hours of playback, Bluetooth 5.4 (upgradeable to 6.0), and support for aptX Lossless. (Engadget)
Apple WWDC 2026 Starts June 8
Apple has confirmed its annual Worldwide Developers Conference will run from June 8 to June 12, 2026, with a hybrid format. The keynote will preview new software for iPhone, Mac, and Watch, likely including iOS 27, macOS 16, and watchOS 13. (The Gadgeteer)
iOS 26.5.1: A Crucial Stability Update
Apple is releasing iOS 26.5.1, a minor but essential update focused on stability and performance. While it introduces no new features, it fixes bugs and ensures compatibility with future software, making it a recommended priority for all iPhone users. (Geeky Gadgets)
Xiaomi's 240Hz Gaming Monitor with Night Vision
Xiaomi has announced the Gaming Monitor G25i 2026, a 24.5-inch Full HD esports display with a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms GTG response, FreeSync Premium, and a built-in Night Vision mode designed to brighten dark areas for competitive gaming. (Digital Trends)
Honor MagicPad 4 Review: Strong Android Tablet
The Honor MagicPad 4 offers a compelling Android tablet experience at a lower price than Samsung's flagship. It features a great display, solid performance, and excellent battery life, making it a worthy competitor in the premium tablet market. (T3)
NUU B40 5G: A $249 Phone with a Secondary Rear Screen
The NUU B40 5G proves that a secondary rear display should be standard on all phones. Priced at $249, it offers a unique helper screen for notifications, selfies, and widgets, making it a standout budget device. (Tom's Guide)
Pope Leo Warns AI Boom Could Empower Big Tech
Pope Leo has cautioned that the rapid advancement of AI may give too much power to Big Tech and its leaders, warning that the changes risk being "governed only by technocratic thinking." He calls for ethical oversight to ensure AI serves humanity. (The Register)
Microsoft Quietly Adds Group Policy to Scrub Copilot from PCs
Microsoft has introduced a new Group Policy setting that allows users to remove Copilot from Windows devices more easily. The change comes amid growing user privacy concerns. (XDA)
Discord Brings Native App to Windows on Arm
Discord has released a native ARM64 version of its desktop app for Windows on Arm, promising better performance and battery life compared to the emulated x86 version. The update is available now. (XDA)
Finalmouse Starlight X: 38g Wireless Mouse with TMR Switches
Finalmouse has unveiled the Starlight X, a 38g carbon-composite gaming mouse featuring TMR Dual-State switch technology, a custom F1 sensor, and PerfectPolling. Priced at $179, it promises ultra-low latency and analogue-like performance. (TechPowerUp)