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SpaceX merges with xAI in a $1.25 trillion deal, creating a leading private firm and boosting space stocks ahead of a historic IPO.

Apple's first foldable iPhone is rumored to feature a large 5,500 mAh battery, aiming to deliver superior battery life compared to Android competitors.

The 2026 camera showdown between Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra and Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max will define the premium smartphone battle.

The iPhone 18 Pro will feature under-display Face ID, a variable aperture camera, and a 2nm chip for a major 2026 redesign.

Google's new Desktop Camera app hints at progress for its upcoming Aluminium OS, a unified Android-based platform for PCs.

Apple has ended iOS 26.2 signing, blocking iPhone downgrades to ensure users stay on the latest secure update with AirTag 2 support.

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