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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Big news in the world of digital wallets and credit cards: Apple [https://www.apple.com/] has announced that Chase [https://www.jpmorganchase.com/] will be taking over as the issuer of the Apple Card....
Read article →Apple [https://www.apple.com] has officially announced its annual shareholders meeting, slated to be held virtually on February 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time. According to 9to5Mac [https://9to5m...
Read article →Apple just dropped a bombshell for creative professionals: Apple Creator Studio. This new subscription bundle, launching January 28th, combines some of Apple's most powerful creative apps into a singl...
Read article →The Trump family's financial firm, World Liberty Financial, is making a bold move into the cryptocurrency space. According to a recent report in The Wall Street Journal, World Liberty Trust, an entity...
Read article →WhatsApp is kicking off 2026 with a trio of new features aimed at making group chats more dynamic and organized. As someone who's spent countless hours troubleshooting app issues at the Genius Bar,......
Read article →T-Mobile customers, brace yourselves. The mobile carrier just announced its first fee increase of 2026, a move that's sure to sting wallets still recovering from last year's similar bump....
Read article →Apple is pushing back against a controversial proposal from the Indian government that would mandate handing over iOS source code for security audits. As Mobile & Apps Editor, I've seen my share of......
Read article →Get ready for potentially higher prices on your next phone, laptop, or even car. Samsung, a major player in the global electronics market, is signaling that rising RAM costs may force them to repri......
Read article →WhatsApp is kicking off the new year with a suite of upgrades designed to breathe new life into group chats. As someone who spent years helping folks troubleshoot their phones at the Genius Bar, I ......
Read article →GitHub Actions just got a whole lot more powerful for debugging those frustrating CI/CD pipeline failures. A new approach, detailed on the GripDev blog, lets developers launch an interactive debugg......
Read article →The plot has officially thickened in the most meta way possible. Apple TV+'s comedy series, "The Studio," which famously satirized the Golden Globes, took home the Golden Globe for Best Television ......
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Read article →In a move that continues to blur the lines of console exclusivity, Xbox is bringing Obsidian Entertainment's critically acclaimed RPG, Avowed, to the PlayStation 5. As someone who’s seen these platfor...
Read article →As AI infiltrates every corner of the enterprise, a crucial question arises: where is it getting its information? For IT professionals managing Apple devices, the answer is often unsettling....
Read article →Volkswagen is feeling the pinch of recent economic shifts more acutely than its competitors. The automotive giant's U....
Read article →Looking to tighten your financial belt in 2026? Monarch Money, a budgeting app lauded for its detailed tracking and collaborative features, is offering a sweet deal for new users. For a limited time, ...
Read article →Samsung's next big software update, One UI 8.5, is set to bring a touch of Google Pixel magic to Galaxy devices. Leaked details suggest that Samsung is integrating a dynamic weather effect on the lock...
Read article →Another day, another headline involving Big Tech and... well, you know. Documents released by Senator Elizabeth Warren's office show that the Trump administration directly approached Microsoft for a d...
Read article →Apple's iconic Regent Street store in London is set to temporarily close its doors next week, marking a significant pause for one of the company's most prominent retail locations. This closure, confir...
Read article →Apple is doubling down on its commitment to health and wellness, and the upcoming iOS 26.4 update promises a significantly revamped Health app. CEO Tim Cook has long hinted at Apple's ambition to revo...
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