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just now (764+ words) A round-up of the biggest tech-related news that stood out this week. This is Android Central's Tech News Wrap, your go-to source for a concise roundup of the week's most significant tech stories. This is where we delve into the top headlines that provide the latest developments and innovations contributing to the digital landscape. This week, Samsung finally shows off its Galaxy Z TriFold, Google Pixel and Android users get useful features, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. in a massive $83 billion deal, intel on Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and One UI 8.5 update leaked in full. Samsung rang in the holidays, unveiling its much-awaited Galaxy Z TriFold. From the looks of it, the Galaxy Z TriFold is incredibly thin (3.9mm), featuring a large display and two panels that fold inwards. The Galaxy Z TriFold showcases a 10-inch AMOLED main screen when unfolded, and a…...

15+ min ago (714+ words) Catch up on what's happened in tech We've got everything from GTA 6 leaks to a mammoth deal that sees Netflix picking up Warner Bros. Discovery for a huge sum of money " with a 360-degree drone review, the launch of Spotify Wrapped 2025, and more stories also included along the way. Our advice would be to get settled and get ready to digest this rundown of tech news tales, shaping the industry and almost every part of our lives. No doubt there will be more stories to come over the next seven days as well " we'll see you again this time next week. No other video game is as eagerly anticipated as GTA 6 right now. And while the launch of the game was recently delayed to November 2026, we do have a new leak to talk about: a leak that supposedly reveals some…...

15+ min ago (575+ words) Surge protectors have been documented to start house fires when they wear out. Here's how long they last and why your weather matters. Surge protectors go bad with a vengeance -- which means keeping an eye on them for replacements. Surge protectors offer powerful protection that no other device can: When a huge power spike hits, they stop it from frying your precious electronics, like computers, smart TVs and home devices like thermostats. You probably know that. But what many don't know is that surge protectors wear out. Think of them like armor: They can only take so many hits before they weaken and break. When that happens, they may also burn out in flames. To stop all those problems, you need to replace surge protectors at the right time -- and I've found out how to tell. Surge protectors have their…...

15+ min ago (714+ words) Catch up on what's happened in tech We've got everything from GTA 6 leaks to a mammoth deal that sees Netflix picking up Warner Bros. Discovery for a huge sum of money " with a 360-degree drone review, the launch of Spotify Wrapped 2025, and more stories also included along the way. Our advice would be to get settled and get ready to digest this rundown of tech news tales, shaping the industry and almost every part of our lives. No doubt there will be more stories to come over the next seven days as well " we'll see you again this time next week. No other video game is as eagerly anticipated as GTA 6 right now. And while the launch of the game was recently delayed to November 2026, we do have a new leak to talk about: a leak that supposedly reveals some…...

19+ min ago (809+ words) We reveal why you don't need to bother with an expensive game console - plus "29 earbuds that look like AirPods BIG brand techy presents are easily the most expensive items on Christmas lists " but there is a way to get similar products for a lot less. Dupes aren't usually the best idea for gadgets " but we've tested a whole bunch against well-known favourites and uncovered great alternatives from as little as "29. Of course, there are plenty of Temu dupes around for things like AirPods, but chances are they aren't very good. Sound can be bad and the finish often looks plasticky, plus a lot of bargain basement offerings break quickly. Instead, we'd suggest going for middle-priced buys because they are usually considerably better quality. If it still feels like a minefield don't worry " we've tested the tech dupes so you don't…...

26+ min ago (498+ words) Vultr is expanding its AMD partnership with a 50MW deployment of AMD Instinct MI355X GPUs, significantly increasing compute power for AI development. This expansion provides over 24,000 additional GPUs, offering enhanced performance and cost-effectiveness for increasingly complex AI systems. https://quantumzeitgeist.com/wp-content/uploads/chipla-1.jpg Vultr and AMD are collaborating to expand capacity for artificial intelligence workloads with a new 50MW deployment at the 5C's Springfield, Ohio campus. This expansion adds over 24,000 AMD Instinct" MI355X GPUs to Vultr's supercluster, providing increased compute power for enterprises and AI innovators. Vultr was an early adopter of AMD Instinct MI325X and MI355X GPUs, and this development reinforces their commitment to AMD's 2026 roadmap. The increased GPU capacity delivers enhanced performance per dollar for both model training and inference, supporting increasingly complex AI systems with greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Expanding AMD Partnership for AI Innovation Vultr is expanding its partnership with AMD, focusing on powering advancements in…...

27+ min ago (592+ words) Scaleway and Fujitsu are collaborating to offer CPU-based AI inference as a sustainable and sovereign option for European organizations. This partnership combines Fujitsu's advanced processor research with Scaleway's cloud expertise, aiming to support efficient, responsible, and secure AI deployment at scale. https://quantumzeitgeist.com/wp-content/uploads/Scaleway_X_Fujitsu_News_1c110804d6-scaled.jpg Scaleway and Fujitsu have joined forces to explore CPU-based AI inference as a sustainable option for European organizations. Combining Fujitsu's advanced processor research with Scaleway's cloud expertise, the collaboration will evaluate the MONAKA processor, designed for power efficiency, cost efficiency, and reliable inference performance. Early results from Fujitsu indicate gains of up to 1.9 times in power efficiency and up to 1.7 times in cost efficiency for selected inference workloads, with the ability to support models of up to 70 billion parameters. This aims to broaden efficient compute options available on Scaleway's platform and support the development of high-performing, responsible AI…...

32+ min ago (140+ words) MINNEAPOLIS " Steve Greenberg, host of YouTube's "What The Heck Is That?," is back to share his holiday gadget gift guide for 2025. Here's a look at some of the Gadget Guy's favorite gift ideas: ChompSaw: This kid's power tool makes cutting cardboard a breeze while keeping fingers, hair, and clothes completely safe. Hero by Thames & Kosmos: Through its three directional microphones, this robot perceives and reacts to sounds. Bark phone and watch: For years, the award-winning kids' tech has been a go-to pick for families looking for connection without compromise. Vasco translator Q1: This is a must-have for anyone who travels or anyone who needs to speak a foreign language. BookByAnyone.com: Are you looking for an unusual gag gift? Check out this website that lets you create a fiction or a non-fiction book....

35+ min ago (386+ words) OnePlus has released its OxygenOS FAQ for November 2025, addressing common issues reported by users after recent software updates. The company says the FAQ is based on frequent feedback related to bugs, feature behavior, and system compatibility. One of the key issues covered is NFC payments not working after upgrading. OnePlus confirms that the cause has been identified. Users experiencing this issue are advised to update their phone to the latest software version, which includes the fix. Another problem affects Live Alerts, where map navigation does not display after an update. OnePlus explains that this is due to a temporary compatibility issue between Live Alerts and third-party navigation apps. Until compatibility is improved, navigation status may not appear within Live Alerts. Some users reported that tapping the desktop widget menu results in no response. OnePlus acknowledges this issue and says optimization…...

37+ min ago (411+ words) After years of silence, Finnish company Jolla is stepping back into the smartphone market. Today, the company announced on X that the new-generation Jolla Phone is coming soon with fresh hardware, a privacy-first operating system, and a promise to offer something that neither Android nor iOS currently does. The new Jolla Phone arrives in three "Nordic scenery'inspired" colors: black, white, and a striking orange. Unlike most modern phones glued shut on all sides, Jolla is going old-school: the back cover pops off, and the battery is fully removable." Inside, the phone looks much more modern. It supports 5G, carries 12GB of RAM, and includes 256GB of storage with the option to expand up to 2TB using a microSD card. The phone also has dual nano-SIM cards for connectivity. On the front, there's a 6.36-inch Full HD AMOLED display, protected by Gorilla Glass. The rear…...