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A federal judge has barred Google from forcing device makers and partners to distribute or bundle its Gemini generative-AI products as a condition of licensing other Google apps, a remedies decision that extends the court’s earlier finding that Google illegally maintained a search monopoly and...

A federal judge has stopped short of the dramatic corporate breakup many in Washington and Silicon Valley predicted, ruling that Google will not be forced to sell its Chrome browser or divest Android as part of remedies in the government’s landmark search antitrust case—but the decision still...

Samsung appears to be preparing a significant push into the mixed reality (MR) space that goes beyond supplying components — industry reports now suggest the company may partner with Microsoft on a hardware-level effort while simultaneously pursuing its own XR and AR devices with partners such...

Microsoft has announced a significant initiative to standardize the implementation of USB Type-C ports across Windows 11 laptops and tablets. This move aims to address the inconsistencies in how device manufacturers have utilized USB Type-C capabilities, which range from varying data transfer...

Microsoft has announced a significant overhaul of USB-C port functionality in Windows 11 devices, aiming to standardize and enhance user experience across the board. This initiative addresses longstanding inconsistencies where USB-C ports varied in their support for data transfer, charging, and...

Microsoft has recently released version 2504 of Validation OS, a specialized, lightweight iteration of Windows 11 designed primarily for hardware validation, error diagnosis, and quality control during the manufacturing process of Windows devices. This update introduces several enhancements...

Xiaomi 16 Pro: Lighter, Cooler with 3D-Printed Mid-Frame In a move that could redefine not only smartphone design but also set new expectations for high-performance hardware, Xiaomi’s upcoming 16 Pro is rumored to feature a revolutionary 3D-printed metal mid-frame. Based on the insights of...