This Week in Tech: macOS 27, Xbox Reset, Samsung Watch Ultra 2, and More
Apple's Big Moves
Apple has officially launched macOS 27, codenamed “Golden Gate,” marking the largest Mac update yet. Designed exclusively for Apple Silicon, it introduces 19 new features including advanced AI-driven tools and performance enhancements. (Source)
Meanwhile, visionOS 27 is a much bigger update than Apple's keynote suggested, bringing extensive new features for Apple Vision Pro users. (Source) Apple also reportedly has hidden support for multiple third-party AI models in iOS 27, potentially allowing Siri to work with services beyond ChatGPT. (Source)
Xbox's 100-Day Strategic Reset
A leaked email reveals Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's plan to fix the division's slim 3% profitability margin and rising hardware costs. The 100-day “strategic reset” aims to stabilize the business amid financial struggles. (Source)
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is poised to elevate the smartwatch landscape with enhanced health tracking, improved power efficiency, and integrated AI and 5G capabilities. It's scheduled for release on July 22. (Source)
Huge Battery Smartphone: Honor X80 Pro Max
Honor has confirmed the X80 Pro Max will launch on June 22 with a massive 11,000mAh battery and 90W charging, plus the ability to reverse charge other devices at 27W. (Source)
vivo X Fold6 Details Revealed
vivo revealed the X Fold6 will feature an 8.02-inch Samsung M14 OLED display with 5,000 nits peak brightness, a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, and a teleconverter camera support. (Source)
Linux 7.1 Released
Linux 7.1 is here, dropping i486 support, fixing Steam Deck audio issues, and overhauling NTFS support. (Source)
NVIDIA Hotfix Driver
NVIDIA released GeForce Hotfix driver 610.52 to fix display-related issues including a frame-pacing bug on RTX 40-series GPUs with G-SYNC, and various gaming stability improvements. (Source)
Pico's Next Headset Leaked
The design of Pico's next headset leaked via SDK videos, showing a device that looks like a cross between Apple Vision Pro and Samsung Galaxy XR. (Source)
Quest 3 Accessory for Expressive Avatars
PiEEG XR is an upcoming accessory that aims to make VR avatars expressive without face tracking cameras, using brain-computer interface technology. (Source)
Meta Opening Demo Sections in Best Buy
Meta is opening its own “Meta Lab” sections in 50 Best Buy stores across the US and Canada to demo Quest headsets and smart glasses. (Source)
Google Pixel Drop Teases New Features
Google's next Pixel Drop will include “Screen Reactions” and Gemini Omni-powered features, as revealed in early ads. (Source)
TSMC's Chip Packaging Breakthrough
TSMC's upcoming CoPoS packaging technology promises lower costs and better performance for AI chips, with mass production targeted for 2028. (Source)
UK Scientists Find Little Evidence Smartphones Rewire Kids' Brains
Appearing before UK MPs, neuroscientists stated there is very little causal evidence that smartphones or social media rewire children's brains, cautioning that concern is running ahead of the science. (Source)
Roku Reportedly Exploring a Sale
Roku is reportedly exploring a potential sale, with its 100 million user base seen as the biggest prize for media and technology companies eyeing growth in streaming. (Source)