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Security researchers have uncovered a critical vulnerability in several Unisoc system-on-chip (SoC) platforms that could allow attackers to gain unauthorized root access to targeted budget Android smartphones. The exploit is delivered via malicious code transmitted during video call setup messages, enabling arbitrary code execution directly through the device’s modem firmware. Unisoc ranks as the…
Adobe has launched three new artificial intelligence audio tools within its Firefly creative platform. Designed to generate custom music, synthetic speech, and sound effects, this update aims to streamline production workflows for content creators, video editors, and marketing professionals. The feature expansion follows a recent joint study by Adobe and the Berklee College of Music, which…
Huawei has officially announced a new smartphone featuring an unconventional form factor, designated as the Pura X View. The device introduces an updated design approach with a wider aspect ratio, an ultra-slim profile and is the first to run on HarmonyOS 7. At a first glance, it looks like a Pura X unfolded. Departing from the tall aspect ratios common in conventional bar phones, the Pura X View…
Samsung has officially expanded its mobile automotive ecosystem by rolling out digital car key support for Volkswagen electric vehicles through Samsung Wallet across Europe. This integration allows owners of compatible Galaxy smartphones to replace conventional physical key fobs, enabling them to conveniently lock, unlock, and start designated electric vehicle models directly from their devices.…
Amazon has announced a major expansion of its Prime Air drone delivery program, aiming to bring ultra-fast aerial shipments of small parcels to nearly 500 US cities by the end of the year. This initiative represents a sixfold increase in the logistics network’s current geographic coverage, marking a substantial acceleration in the commercial deployment of automated aerial transport. Currently,…
Konami, in partnership with Annapurna Interactive and Screen Burn Interactive, has unveiled a 19-minute gameplay showcase for Silent Hill: Townfall, marking the franchise’s first installment set in Europe. The preview highlights the title’s first-person exploration, puzzle-solving mechanics, and psychological tension, continuing the publisher’s ongoing revival of the classic survival horror…
Sony has officially confirmed the release date and pricing details for the PlayStation PULSE Elevate, the brand’s first dedicated premium wireless speaker engineered specifically for PlayStation 5 and PC setups. The primary hardware highlight of the PULSE Elevate is the integration of planar magnetic drivers. Derived from Sony’s acquisition of high-end audio manufacturer Audeze, this studio-grade…
Spotify has officially announced the rollout of its dedicated Running Mode to the Android platform, expanding the feature following its initial release on iOS devices. The tool is designed to enhance athletic workouts by dynamically aligning audio playback with physical activity. It is located directly within the Fitness section of the application and provides access to 25 preset running programs.…
The Pokémon Company and Polaroid have officially partnered to announce a special collection of instant cameras, custom film, and accessories commemorating the 30th anniversary of the globally recognized entertainment franchise. The Polaroid X Pokémon collaboration features three distinct camera designs based on existing hardware. Two iterations utilize the Polaroid Go Generation 3, recognized as…
Warehouse automation has become easy to picture: robots move shelves, conveyors route boxes, and software coordinates orders. The less obvious problem is what happens when all that freight reaches a truck. Even in a sophisticated facility, workers may still need to climb into a trailer, stack boxes, push pallets, and wait for the vehicle to be ready. SpeedFloor wants to automate that handoff. The…
The most compelling thing about OZOMETA is the idea that a construction project can have a shared 3D working language. I met CEO Chang-Gyu Kim in person, to discuss his company’s digital-twin vision. What happens after a building plan stops being a clean architectural document and becomes a real project? That is when owners, contractors, engineers, supervisors, suppliers, and public officials all…
Meta has entered a high-stakes federal trial in Oakland, California, facing allegations that its platforms intentionally foster social media addiction and negatively impact teen mental health. Presided over by federal Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, the proceedings consolidate claims from dozens of states following extensive investigations into the company’s youth safety practices. The legal action…
Following the recent announcement of HyperOS 4, Xiaomi introduced its new “Soft Light Glass” design language, a visual overhaul reminiscent of translucent liquid glass aesthetics. Acknowledging the high graphic processing demands required to render complex animations and transparent UI elements seamlessly, the manufacturer published an official compatibility list detailing which devices will…
