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Microsoft Build 2026 Kicks Off Today: Live Updates on Copilot AI and Dev Tools

Microsoft Build 2026 Kicks Off Today: Live Updates on Copilot AI and Dev Tools

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Project Solara, a new AI cloud platform, was announced at Microsoft Build. Corinne Reichert/CNET Nadella announced Project Solara, billed as a “new chip-to-cloud platform” for AI agent devices. Steven Bathiche, who leads Microsoft’s Applied Sciences Group, demonstrated onstage a new portable device built with Qualcomm silicon. “It’s a turnkey solution for building unique agent-first devices,” Bathiche said, as he showed off an early prototype.  Steven Bathiche demonstrated a new AI agent access badge built using Qualcomm silicon. Corinne Reichert/CNET “The Access Badge, built using Qualcomm silicon for wearables — this digital badge is a lightweight form factor designed for agent interactions on the go,” he said. You can unlock the badge with your fingerprint and use verbal commands to control the AI agent.  During the demo, he asked the badge to take photos for a social media post, using it to scan the crowd at the Build keynote. He asked Copilot to find some good shots from the audience scan, clean them up and send them to him and his team for review. Microsoft is …

Europe’s race to secure its energy supplies — live updates – POLITICO

Europe’s race to secure its energy supplies — live updates – POLITICO

Published by Sam Flores

The fallout from the U.S.-Israel war in Iran is already rippling through global markets. But the worst may still lie ahead for Europe. As oil and gas supplies tighten and prices spike, the shock is seeping into every corner of the economy, from manufacturing to borrowing costs to demand shifts. Against this gloomy backdrop, how can policymakers contain the damage to avoid a deeper economic impact? And beyond the short term, what will this energy shock mean for Europe’s households and its industrial competitiveness? The crisis is also accelerating another shift: Europe’s clean transition. It’s no longer seen predominately as a climate imperative, but a question of economic security. Which policy moves will help safeguard the bloc’s sovereignty while reducing its emissions? Follow all the discussions and news from POLITICO’s Energy & Climate Forum as we unpack these hot-button issues with the policymakers, industry leaders and policy experts shaping Europe’s response. See the full program here and follow along here from 9 a.m. Source link

Apple Updates Trade-In Values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch

Apple Updates Trade-In Values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch

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Apple today updated its U.S. trade-in estimates, raising values for most current iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models while reducing several Android offers. The headline iPhone trade-in figure rises from $685 to $695, with every iPhone 16 model gaining value: iPhone 16 Pro Max: $685 to $695 iPhone 16 Pro: $550 to $560 iPhone 16 Plus: $455 to $465 iPhone 16: $435 to $460 Every current ‌iPad‌ also gains value, with the headline range shifting from $40 to $670 up to $45 to $690: iPad Pro: $670 to $690 iPad Air: $445 to $460 iPad: $220 to $235 iPad mini: $250 to $265 Mac changes are mixed, with most current models gaining value: MacBook Pro: $685 to $690 MacBook Air: $485 to $520 Mac mini: $340 to $375 iMac: Unchanged at $355 Despite those increases, the top of Apple’s Mac trade-in range slips from $2,090 to $2,045, suggesting a reduction for a higher-end model not shown in Apple’s summary table, such as the Mac Pro or Mac Studio. The Apple Watch lineup also gets …

When is Boston Blue coming back with a new season? Latest updates on season 2 of the ‘compelling’ CBS show

When is Boston Blue coming back with a new season? Latest updates on season 2 of the ‘compelling’ CBS show

Published by Daniella Wilson

The season finale of Boston Blue premieres on Friday, May 22 and fans already can’t wait for more Reagan drama in season two. The Blue Bloods spinoff follows Danny Reagan, played by Donnie Wahlberg, after he was transferred to the Boston Police Department (BPD). Boston Blue premiered in October 2025 and was already renewed for a second season. Keep reading to get the latest updates on season two of the “compelling” CBS show. When is Boston Blue coming back with a new season? Boston Blue is returning for season two in late September 2026 or early October 2026. The announcement was made at the end of 2025. “These early renewals reflect the power of character-driven storytelling, compelling narratives and the exceptional talent on both sides of the camera that make these series truly stand out,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment. © Ian Watson/CBSDonnie and Sonequa are friends off screen Will Tom Selleck appear in season two of Boston Blue? Tom Selleck starred Police Commissioner Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods for 14 years until …

Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs gain a few key updates for 2027

Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs gain a few key updates for 2027

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The 2027 Chevy Equinox EV and Blazer EV are due for a few updates that fix some of the biggest complaints with the current models. 2027 Chevy Equinox and Blazer EV updates GM is giving drivers what they want. For the 2027 model year, Chevy’s electric SUVs will finally be able to access Tesla Superchargers. Rather than the CSS connector found on current models, the 2027 Chevy Blazer and Equinox EVs will feature a built-in NACS port, enabling drivers to charge at over 3,000 Tesla Supercharger stations and over 37,000 charge ports across the US. The update is part of GM’s move to NACS on all upcoming EVs, starting with the 2026 Cadillac Optiq and new 2027 Chevy Bolt. Advertisement – scroll for more content GM, like nearly every automaker at this point, is transitioning to NACS because it’s the largest and most reliable fast charging network in the US. While that may be the most significant change, there’s another update drivers can look forward to. After we learned earlier this week that the 2027 …

12 new features Apple quietly added in iPhone updates

12 new features Apple quietly added in iPhone updates

Published by Jenni Sidey

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. The major refreshes that Apple gives its software each year get a lot of attention—you can read our round-up of new iOS 26 and macOS 26 features—but there are also plenty of minor updates that appear during the rest of the year as well. These minor updates don’t often include big changes that will significantly affect how you use your devices, but they regularly feature small improvements and tweaks that are well worth knowing about. Listed below you’ll find all the notable upgrades included in iOS 26.3 and iOS 26.4, the two most recent updates pushed out by Apple, besides the usual slew of tweaks and bug fixes. To check for new updates on your iPhone, head to Settings, then select General > Software Update. iOS 26.3 Switch over to Android more easily. Screenshot: Apple Limit precise location: iOS 26.3 lets you limit how closely your carrier can track your location, though the carriers themselves also need to add …

Stephen Colbert updates: Late Night host set to sign off from final CBS broadcast tonight

Stephen Colbert updates: Late Night host set to sign off from final CBS broadcast tonight

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Bruce Springsteen makes dig at Trump during The Late Show with Stephen Colbert appearance Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Stephen Colbert is set to sign off from his final Late Show broadcast on CBS Thursday night after fronting the show for over a decade. The cancellation of the Emmy-winning comedian’s show was announced last July and came days after Colbert criticized the network’s parent company, Paramount, over a $16 million settlement with President Donald Trump. In the legal dispute, Trump’s team accused 60 Minutes of deceptively editing a 2024 interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris. Colbert’s final episode has been billed as an “extended” send-off beyond the show’s typical one-hour time slot. Trump said he would “have a message at a later date” when asked for his thoughts on the end of Colbert’s show. The White House said Colbert was “a pathetic trainwreck with no talent and terrible …

iPhone 18 Leaks: 8 Major Updates Coming to Apple’s Next Phone

iPhone 18 Leaks: 8 Major Updates Coming to Apple’s Next Phone

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Apple is taking deliberate steps to maintain the iPhone 18’s starting price at $799, even as production costs rise across the tech industry. By combining cost-saving measures with targeted upgrades, Apple aims to deliver a device that enhances performance, improves usability, and remains competitive in the dynamic smartphone market. Below is an in-depth look at the most significant updates shaping the iPhone 18 and their potential impact on users in a new video from Max Tech. Cost Management Without Compromising Quality Apple is implementing innovative strategies to manage production costs while preserving the iPhone’s reputation for quality and reliability. These measures include: Older-Generation Display Panels: While not the latest in display technology, these panels still deliver a high-quality visual experience that aligns with user expectations. This approach helps reduce manufacturing expenses without sacrificing screen performance. Pressure-Sensitive Camera Button: Replacing the more expensive capacitive sensing technology, this tactile button design is both cost-effective and responsive, making sure a satisfying user experience. Streamlined A20 Processor: The single-chip design, combined with performance tiering through binning, allows for efficient …

The future of European security — live updates – POLITICO

The future of European security — live updates – POLITICO

Published by Sam Flores

PRAGUE — As America pulls away from historic commitments to European defense and Russia renews its threats, Europe’s security community is meeting in Prague for the annual GLOBSEC gathering. The three-day meeting comes in the wake of Washington’s decision to blindside Poland by withdrawing thousands of rotating troops from Eastern Europe, as countries figure out how to calibrate themselves with the NATO alliance ahead of a crucial summit in July. It also takes place in the shadow of fresh threats from Russia, with a Kremlin spokesman saying Wednesday that the military was preparing a response to claims Ukraine was preparing to launch drones out of Latvia — a stance described as unacceptable and dangerous by European leaders. POLITICO will be sitting down with top officials on Thursday including Janne Kuusela, Finland’s permanent defense secretary, Karel Řehka, the Czech Republic’s top general, and Josef Aschbacher, the European Space Agency’s director general. We’ll also be covering conversations on security around energy, health and more. Follow along with us. Source link

Oil tumbles as Trump says Iran war is in its ‘final stages’ – latest updates

Oil tumbles as Trump says Iran war is in its ‘final stages’ – latest updates

Published by Sam Flores

Thanks for joining me. Inflation has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year after a drop in the energy price cap outweighed the oil shock from the Iran war. The consumer prices index (CPI) fell to 2.8pc in April, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), after Ofgem reduced annual household energy bills by £117. Economists fear the larger than expected fall in inflation is a false dawn before a surge in prices later this year linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Petrol prices on Tuesday hit their highest level since the start of the war, having risen by more than 25p a litre since February. Inflation accelerated to 3.3pc in March after the outbreak of the war, which has sent oil and gas prices soaring after exports through the Strait of Hormuz were effectively cut off. However, CPI slowed in April to its lowest level since March last year after the Chancellor took some green levies out of household bills, allowing Ofgem to reduce its price cap. Electricity …