Science & Applications Correspondent
Owen Mercer follows the practical uses of machine learning in science and everyday systems. His coverage centers on usefulness: who benefits, what has been demonstrated and what remains a prototype. He writes patient explanations of technically demanding subjects.
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Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e is poised for a significant design upgrade, finally ditching the dated notch for the sleek Dynamic Island. But before you get too excited, there's a catch: the display will...
Read article →The foldable iPhone rumor mill is churning again, and this time it's piping hot. According to whispers from the supply chain, Apple is planning to use cutting-edge materials in its first foray into th...
Read article →Apple Arcade just leveled up, and I'm here for it. The gaming subscription service is adding four new titles to its roster, including a massive win for strategy fans: Sid Meier's Civilization VII. Thi...
Read article →Finally, some good news for those of us tired of green bubbles! The iOS 26.3 beta is dropping hints that Apple is preparing to let carriers support end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages. This ...
Read article →MacPaw, the Ukraine-based developer behind the subscription service Setapp, is pulling the plug on its iOS app store, Setapp Mobile, in the European Union. The service, which launched in open beta in ...
Read article →WhatsApp is changing course in Brazil, deciding to allow third-party AI chatbots on its platform after initially planning to block them. This move comes just days after Brazil's competition agency pus...
Read article →Apple is making it easier than ever for Chinese travelers to spend abroad. The tech giant just announced a significant expansion of cross-border Apple Pay support within mainland China. This move allo...
Read article →Motorola recently unveiled a commitment to provide seven years of software and security updates for its new 'Signature' line of smartphones, a move that has sent ripples throughout the Android ecosyst...
Read article →Another year, another twist in the app landscape. While the number of app downloads took a slight dip in 2025, our wallets certainly didn't stay closed. Consumer spending in apps has exploded, reachin...
Read article →A new contender has entered the speech-to-text arena: Handy, a free and open-source application. While still early in its development, Handy offers a compelling alternative for users seeking transcrip...
Read article →A sophisticated new malware strain dubbed 'VoidLink' is making waves in cybersecurity circles, posing a significant threat to Linux systems. Security researchers are raising alarms about its advanced ...
Read article →Apple Notes, already a go-to for millions, might be about to get a whole lot smarter. Rumors swirling around iOS 26.4 suggest a significant AI-powered upgrade could be headed our way, potentially revo...
Read article →Google Translate, a tool many of us rely on daily, is about to get a whole lot more nuanced. Forget settling for the first translation you see; soon, you'll have the power to fine-tune the output to b...
Read article →The whispers have been growing louder, and now, a new report is adding fuel to the fire: Apple Glasses are poised to be a game-changer. Smart Analytics Global (SAG) projects substantial expansion in t...
Read article →For years, the dream of scoring the latest tech without breaking the bank has been a siren song for consumers. Now, John Hancock's Vitality Plus program is dangling that very carrot, offering a path t...
Read article →Google's latest Android 16 QPR3 beta is rolling out, and it's bringing some welcome changes under the hood. As someone who spent years untangling user issues at the Genius Bar, I know how frustrating ...
Read article →It's raining deals on Apple's latest tech. As your resident apps and mobile guru, I'm here to break down what these price drops mean for you. We're talking serious savings on the M4 iPad Pro, the M4 P...
Read article →ElevenLabs, the voice AI startup making waves, has reportedly crossed $330 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) last year. According to the company's CEO, this impressive milestone was achieved r...
Read article →Apple is throwing down the gauntlet in the creative software arena. The tech giant just announced Apple Creator Studio, a comprehensive suite of apps designed to rival Adobe's industry-standard Creati...
Read article →The reMarkable Paper Pro, known for its distraction-free writing experience, is now available at significantly reduced prices through refurbished bundles. For those drawn to the focused environment of...
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