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Cheaper, Lighter Apple Vision Pro Successor Could Arrive in Late 2028

Cheaper, Lighter Apple Vision Pro Successor Could Arrive in Late 2028

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Apple is still working on a cheaper, lighter successor to its Vision Pro headset, but it is unlikely to launch before late 2028 or 2029, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Apple needs to come up with a slimmer design for the $3,499 headset and bring down the cost before it can return to the category, which is essentially “on ice” until then. Gurman made a point of distinguishing the Vision Pro successor from the long-rumored “Vision Air,” which was cancelled last year. In the meantime, Apple’s smart glasses project is now the focus, and former Vision Products Group members have been reassigned to that team. Apple is now aiming to release its first smart glasses in “late 2027,” according to Gurman. Apple refreshed the Vision Pro in October 2025 with an updated model featuring an M5 chip. Popular Stories Apple Seeds watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Release Candidates Apple today provided developers with the release candidate versions of upcoming watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, …

‘I felt lighter than a cloud’: Why readers say Gen X women are walking away from marriages

‘I felt lighter than a cloud’: Why readers say Gen X women are walking away from marriages

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more As more women in midlife choose to leave long-term marriages, Independent readers have been sharing deeply personal reflections on why so many relationships are reaching breaking point – and whether marriage itself still works for modern life. Many readers said the “walkaway wife” phenomenon reflects years of unequal emotional and domestic labour, particularly among Gen X women who were expected to build careers while still carrying most responsibilities at home. Others described slowly losing their sense of identity inside long marriages, only realising later in life that they no longer wanted to keep sacrificing themselves to keep relationships afloat. Several women spoke about feeling “lighter” and more fulfilled after leaving unhappy marriages, even when the separation brought financial uncertainty or loneliness. Menopause, empty nests …

Microsoft Lays Out Next Windows Updates: Faster, Lighter and More Flexible

Microsoft Lays Out Next Windows Updates: Faster, Lighter and More Flexible

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In the Windows Insider Blog on Friday, Microsoft outlined some of the upcoming changes that its Insiders — beta testers — should expect in the next few months. Among them are less intrusive Windows Update operations, improvements to Copilot integration, streamlining of the start menu and taskbar, fewer notifications, a smaller memory footprint, greater stability and more. They’re all welcome — and overdue. Microsoft plans to be “more intentional about how and where Copilot integrates across Windows, focusing on experiences that are genuinely useful and well‑crafted.” In addition, widgets will provide information “more intentionally by default, keeping content glanceable and reducing unnecessary interruptions.” The whole point of widgets is to give the user the ability to understand information at a glance and to be nonintrusive. It means you’ll be able to personalize or turn them off more easily and generally reduce the number of notifications. One of the big performance updates will be a reduction in the operating system’s memory usage, leaving more available for the programs you run. This is huge, not just because Windows …

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Leak: 5,000mAh Battery & Lighter 200g Design

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Leak: 5,000mAh Battery & Lighter 200g Design

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Recent leaks surrounding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 suggest that the device could significantly influence the foldable smartphone market. With rumored advancements in design, performance, and functionality, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 may set a new benchmark for foldable technology. Notably, Samsung is overviewedly planning to release two distinct models, one with the traditional vertical fold and another featuring a wider aspect ratio. This dual-model strategy could cater to a broader range of user preferences while positioning Samsung to maintain its competitive edge, especially as rivals like Apple prepare to enter the foldable segment.   Two Models Designed for Versatility Samsung is rumored to be introducing two versions of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, each designed to meet different user needs. The first model is expected to retain the familiar vertical folding design, serving as a direct evolution of the Galaxy Z Fold 5. The second model, however, could feature a wider aspect ratio, offering a more expansive display that resembles a tablet. This design may appeal to users who prioritize multitasking or enjoy …