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Apple on Monday released the iOS 26.1 Beta 2 update for iPhone to developers and beta testers. The new operating system (OS) firmware arrives almost two weeks after the introduction of the first beta update of the iOS 26.1 series. As per reports, there are several minor changes in tow. There is a new toggle for the Background Security Improvements in Settings, an option to create custom workouts in the Fitness app, a slight change to the alignment of text and icons in Settings, and more. iOS 26.1 Beta 2 Update: What's New Apple, as is customary, has not revealed what's included in the first iOS 26.1 beta update. The release notes simply state, “iOS 26 beta gives you an early preview of the upcoming apps, features, and technologies.” It comes with the build number 23B5059e. Fortunately, the folks over at MacRumors have taken a deep dive into the update, and we have an idea of what's available to beta testers and may soon be offered to stable iOS 26 users. Apple is said to ha...

OnePlus 15 launch appears to be around the corner, after the company confirmed that the smartphone will make its debut in China in October. Meanwhile, a new report claims that the OnePlus 13 successor will be backed by the largest battery ever seen on a OnePlus smartphone. Alongside, it is also expected to support wireless charging. The new details arrive just days after a tipster claimed that the global launch of the OnePlus 15 will occur on November 13. The company has not confirmed it yet, however. OnePlus 15 Battery Detailed Leaked According to tipster Bald Panda (via Gizmochina), the OnePlus 15 will be backed by a large 7,300mAh battery. The battery is also claimed to support 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. No details were shared about whether the device will support reverse charging or not. Apart from the battery, the tipster also revealed other specifications of the upcoming OnePlus flagship. It will reportedly feature a 6.78-inch display, smaller than the 6.82-in...

Written and directed by John Maclean, Tornado is a British period drama movie that stars Koki in the lead role. The film revolves around Tornado, a samurai fighter, who embarks on a quest to take revenge for his father's murder and steal the gold of the loot. However, things get intense when she finally crosses paths with a crime gang led by the Sugarman and his son, Little Sugar. The movie has nerve-wrenching action sequences, followed by stellar performances by the starcast. When and Where to Watch Tornado This movie will be available for streaming from October 10, 2025, only on Lionsgate Play. The viewers will require an active subscription to watch it online. Official Trailer and Plot of Tornado Set in 1790s Britain, this film revolves around a young Japanese samurai fighter named Tornado (played by Koki), whose father is murdered by a set of criminals from a gang led by The Sugarman (portrayed by Tim Roth). Post his death, she embarks on a journey where she seeks to take reven...

Google has long been rumoured to make a switch from Samsung Foundry to MediaTek for the modem in its flagship Pixel series. The recently introduced Pixel 10 series was expected to come with the new networking chip, but that did not happen, and the tech giant stuck to Samsung's modem. However, a recent leak indicates that Google is conducting an early internal testing of a MediaTek modem, part of the Tensor G6 processor, for the Pixel 11 series. MediaTek Modem on Google Pixel 11 According to user Mystic Leaks' post on Telegram, the Tensor G6 chipset for the Pixel 11 series is codenamed Malibu. It is said to bring several upgrades over the current Tensor G5, which is produced by TSMC. One of them is with regard to the modem. As per the post, a new modem is currently undergoing “early internal testing” for the handset. This is likely to be the MediaTek M90 modem, which was introduced at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 earlier this year. It is said to be “significantly faster”...

Google has introduced new smart home devices powered by its Gemini for Home artificial intelligence (AI) assistant. As per the company, the updated Nest Cam Indoor (3rd gen), Nest Cam Outdoor (2nd gen) and Nest Doorbell (3rd gen) come with 2K HDR video capabilities, built-in intelligent alerts, and up to a 166-degree diagonal view. Meanwhile, the new Google Home Speaker is claimed to be built for more natural conversations, powered by Gemini. It has support for 360-degree audio, Google TV Streamer pairing, and more features. Google Home Speaker, Nest Cam, Nest Doorbell (3rd gen) Price, Availability The price of the Google Home Speaker is set at $99.99 (roughly Rs. 8,900). It will be available for purchase in Spring 2026 in the US, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Spain, and select other countries. The speaker will be sold in four colourways — Berry, Hazel, Jade, and Porcelain. The Nest Cam Indoor (3rd gen) and Nest Cam Outdoor (2nd gen) are priced at $99.99 (roughly Rs. 8,900) and $149...

Anime fans, the wait is over! The final season of My Hero Academia has arrived in a cinematic finale by Kohei Horikoshi, an epic superhero story. From its first appearance, the show has featured action-packed battles. It gives a message of heroism. The final season of My Hero Academia is going to be grand in its success. It is so captivating that the audience is excited to watch the action scenes, heartfelt talks by Deku and also for his heroic image. When and Where to Watch The final season of My Hero Academia is coming on Crunchyroll this weekend. Trailer and Plot The trailer gives a glimpse of the endgame as you have never seen before. The plot shows the full-fledged war between the heroes, initiated by Deku and others. The protagonists were Shigaraki and All For One. During the collapse of civilisation under the war, bravery, friendship and sacrifice, instead of anything that reflects the structure of society. This final edge is not only testing the powers of characters but also th...

The leaked computer-aided design (CAD) renders of the purported Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro and the Galaxy S26 Edge surfaced earlier this month, and now it appears to be the turn for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. As per a report, the anticipated successor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra could witness two design changes, one affecting the rear camera module, while the other makes it more ergonomic. The smartphone is also said to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Design, Specifications (Expected) Android Headlines collaborated with tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer (@OnLeaks) to leak CAD renders of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The renders showcase the smartphone in a black colourway, although it is unconfirmed whether that will be part of the official lineup. Based on earlier leaks, the company's next year's flagship smartphone series could include the Galaxy S26 Pro, the Galaxy S26 Edge, which replaces the Plus model, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Based o...

WhatsApp on Monday announced several new features. It introduced support for sending and receiving Live Photos on iOS and Motion Photos on Android, captured with sound and a short video. Users can also create new Chat Themes using Meta AI by providing prompts. Apart from this, WhatsApp now also allows them to generate backgrounds for calls using the same artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. Other new features include new sticker packs, support for document scanning on Android devices, and an easier group search function. New Features on WhatsApp WhatsApp announced new features for its Android and iOS apps in a blog post. One of the biggest new additions is support for Live Photos. iOS users can now share Live Photos, while those on Android can do the same with Motion Photos. For the unaware, Live Photos are short video clips, along with sound, which include a few seconds before and after the shutter button is pressed to take a photo. The feature is available on both Android and iOS, a...

Following the launch of the iPhone 17 series on September 9, all eyes are now on Apple's October event, where it usually unveils its latest MacBook models. However, the Cupertino-based tech giant has been rumoured to face supply-chain issues that could lead to their delayed launch. As per a seasoned journalist, the M5-powered MacBook Pro and MacBook Air will enter mass production soon. Alongside, Apple is reported to be preparing to launch new external monitors. Apple's Upcoming M5-Powered MacBooks, External Monitors After the iPhone 17 launch, Apple's focus has now shifted to its other products. In the latest Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman wrote about the upcoming Apple devices. The company is said to be preparing the launch of several new models. As per Gurman, the new MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models, powered by the M5 chipset, may enter mass production soon. The MacBook Pro is said to have two models codenamed J714 and J716, while J813 and J815 model...