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Hilary Ong

Hello, from one tech geek to another. Not your beloved TechCrunch writer, but a writer with an avid interest in the fast-paced tech scenes and all the latest tech mojo. I bring with me a unique take towards tech with a honed applied psychology perspective to make tech news digestible. In other words, I deliver tech news that is easy to read.
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Apple Adds Satellite Features to iPhone 13 with iOS 18.5 Update

On Monday, Apple released iOS 18.5, which brings emergency satellite capabilities to iPhone 13 owners for the first time. Until now, these features were only available on iPhone 14 models…

OpenAI’s Stargate Project Faces Struggles Due to Tariffs

Read OpenAI’s ambitious Stargate data center project appears to be running into very long delays, most likely because of economic uncertainty caused by such tariffs. The broader initiative to grow…

Apple Plans to Increase Prices for Upcoming iPhone Models

Apple Inc. is preparing to unveil its new iPhone lineup this fall. If recent reports are to be believed, the company is looking to increase prices for these offerings. The…

Microsoft and OpenAI Likely Renegotiating Their Partnership

OpenAI is currently in “a tough negotiation” with one of its biggest investors and partners, Microsoft, according to the Financial Times. The AI startup recently announced significant changes to its…

The Almost Blissful Experience of Biking with Ray-Ban Meta Glasses

For many, weekend bike rides serve as a cherished escape, offering a break from the pressures of the week. However, as technology continues to advance, cyclists are increasingly relying on…

Apple Said to Be Developing Two Distinct Models of Smart Glasses

Apple is pushing forward the race to develop smart glasses. Now, they’re focused on the specialized chips that’ll power the new eyewear—and new Macs and AI servers. The company has…

Apple Plans to Integrate AI Search Engines into Safari

Apple is reportedly exploring the addition of AI search engines from OpenAI, Perplexity, and Anthropic to its Safari browser, according to a Bloomberg report published on Wednesday. The announcement was…

Trump Administration Moves to End Biden’s U.S. Chip Export Restrictions

Take Nvidia Corporation, whose stock price skyrocketed after reports came out that the Trump administration would remove restrictions on exporting advanced AI chips. Not surprisingly, investors responded favorably, sending demand…

Amazon Unveils Warehouse Robot with Tactile ‘Sense of Touch’

Amazon has recently introduced a new and exciting innovation in warehouse automation – a robot called Vulcan. This cutting-edge appliance is specifically intended to increase productivity in picking and processing…

Meta Explores Facial Recognition Technology for Future AI Smart Glasses

As it stands, facial recognition tech is already a centerpiece of Meta’s previous generation of smart-glasses products. The firm decided to leave that tech out of its first generation smart…

Alphabet Shares Drop 7% After Apple’s Cue Predicts AI Will Replace Search Engines

Eddy Cue, the senior vice president of internet software and services at Apple Inc., has triggered a wave of uncertainty regarding traditional search engines. Delivering a keynote address at the…

Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Ad Tool Could Spell Trouble for Social Media

In a recent discussion, Mark Zuckerberg outlined his vision for the future of advertising at Meta, emphasizing how artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape the industry. He was so sure in…

Disney Unveils Plans for Theme Park and Resort in Abu Dhabi

Well, this week, Disney made the news of the year with plans to build a new theme park resort in Abu Dhabi. This represents a huge creative expansion of their…

Uber CEO Defends Employee Benefits Changes as a Necessary Risk

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi made waves last week when he announced a new flex-office policy. Now, employees will be required to work in the office at least three days a…

IBM CEO urges Trump administration to boost federal AI R&D funding

On AI specifically, IBM’s CEO Arvind Krishna has made headlines with a hard line. He’s pushing the Trump Administration to increase federal research and development funding for artificial intelligence and…

Elon Musk Pushes Forward With Lawsuit Against OpenAI

It’s no surprise then, that Elon Musk recently filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. He alleges that the organization failed to follow their agreement when it adopted a for-profit model last…

Tesla Faces Significant Sales Decline in Germany as BYD Gains Traction

This was especially true for Tesla’s sales in Germany which took a dramatic plunge in April 2025 as the company sold a measly 885 vehicles [autoevolution.com]. This number equates to…

AST SpaceMobile Plans to Launch 243 Giant Satellites by 2028

AST SpaceMobile makes more than its debut AST SpaceMobile today announced the successful deployment of its first second-generation BlueBird satellite, called FM1. This exciting milestone is another positive step towards…

California Judge Paves the Way for Book Purchases in the Kindle App

Thanks to the fallout from the Epic Games v. Apple ruling on April 30, Kindle users on iPhones and iPads can once again purchase books directly through the app. A…

Microsoft Tests Copilot AI to Automatically Adjust Windows 11 Settings

Microsoft has announced a revolutionary new feature that’s sure to improve usability across the board in their upcoming Windows 11 operating system. The company introduced this breakthrough in a demonstration…