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Blogger Finds QLC Memory in Top-Tier iPhone 18 Pro Max
A Bilibili blogger tested the 1TB iPhone 18 Pro Max and discovered it uses slower QLC chips instead of TLC. Write speeds drop to 79.4 MB/s when the cache is exhausted.
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OnePlus 15 Outperforms iPhone 18 Pro Max in Battery Life Test by TechDroider
TechDroider tested the battery life of six current flagship smartphones. The OnePlus 15 came out on top, while the new iPhone 18 Pro Max took second place.
Irish Regulator Fines Google €403 Million
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined Google €403 million for violations in processing user location data.
X Adds Azerbaijani Language for Privacy Violation Complaints
Social network X (Twitter) has expanded language support for privacy violation reports by adding Azerbaijani to its Help Center.
Azerbaijan to Raise Minimum Home Internet Tariff to 25 Manats
From October 1, the minimum cost of broadband internet access in Azerbaijan will be 25 manats per month. The changes will affect only home internet.
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Blogger Finds QLC Memory in Top-Tier iPhone 18 Pro Max
A Bilibili blogger tested the 1TB iPhone 18 Pro Max and discovered it uses slower QLC chips instead of TLC. Write speeds drop to 79.4 MB/s when the cache is exhausted.
Gadgets
OnePlus 15 Outperforms iPhone 18 Pro Max in Battery Life Test by TechDroider
TechDroider tested the battery life of six current flagship smartphones. The OnePlus 15 came out on top, while the new iPhone 18 Pro Max took second place.
Gadgets
Irish Regulator Fines Google €403 Million
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined Google €403 million for violations in processing user location data.
Gadgets
X Adds Azerbaijani Language for Privacy Violation Complaints
Social network X (Twitter) has expanded language support for privacy violation reports by adding Azerbaijani to its Help Center.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan to Raise Minimum Home Internet Tariff to 25 Manats
From October 1, the minimum cost of broadband internet access in Azerbaijan will be 25 manats per month. The changes will affect only home internet.
Gadgets
iPhone 18 in Russia: Pre-orders from 140,000 to 1 million rubles
Sellers have opened pre-orders for iPhone 18: from 140,000 rubles at Gorbushka to 1 million rubles for delivery on premiere day.
Gadgets
iOS 27 Code Hints at New Camera Features for iPhone 18 Pro
Beta code of iOS 27 reveals descriptions of five camera features that may debut on iPhone 18 Pro, including manual focus and overexposure warnings.
Gadgets
Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max with A20 Pro Chip and Siri AI
Apple has announced its new flagship smartphones, the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, featuring the A20 Pro chip, an improved camera, and Siri AI capabilities.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan's Economy Minister Discusses Digital Development with Huawei
Mikayil Jabbarov met with Huawei Technology Senior Vice President Philip Gan to discuss cooperation in the digital economy and green transformation.
Gadgets
NVIDIA, Robinhood, and Tesla: Key Market Events of the Week
NVIDIA confirmed its AI leadership, Morgan Stanley upgraded Robinhood, and Tesla faced regulatory pressure after the Cybercab unveiling.
Gadgets
Global Smartphone Prices Rise 15% Due to Memory Chip Costs
Average global smartphone prices have risen 15% since the start of the year due to higher memory chip costs. Over 40% of models have become more expensive, a first for the industry.
Gadgets
REDMI Note 17 Series Launches in Azerbaijan on September 11
Xiaomi has announced the REDMI Note 17 series, focusing on durability: new models feature enhanced drop and water resistance, with the Pro Max battery reaching 10,000 mAh. Sales in Azerbaijan start on September 11.
Gadgets
Google Chrome Keeps Lead in Azerbaijan Browser Market
In August, Chrome's share was 80.48%, Safari 7.45%, Firefox 4.82%.
Gadgets
New York Bans AI in Schools
New York City Mayor announces ban on AI use by elementary and middle school students during classes starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
Gadgets
NVIDIA Bolsters Wall Street Tone, Bitcoin Breaks $80,000, Apple Changes CEO
Financial markets wrapped up a week with a busy corporate agenda: strong NVIDIA results, inflows into VOO, leadership changes at Apple, and legal proceedings around Meta.
Gadgets
Apple Appoints John Ternus as New CEO
Starting September 1, Apple will be led by John Ternus, formerly Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering. Tim Cook will become Executive Chairman of the Board.
Gadgets
Gen Z Leads AI Adoption but Overlooks Security
47% of Gen Z use AI daily, 27% consider it a friend, and 28% discuss personal matters with it. Experts warn of risks.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan Improves Position in Ookla Internet Speed Ranking
According to Ookla's July report, median fixed internet speed in Azerbaijan reached 92.52 Mbps, mobile 99.53 Mbps, up from last year.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan Introduces Digital Economy Tax from September 1
Starting September 1, Azerbaijan will enforce a new digital economy taxation mechanism, requiring foreign e-commerce platforms with annual turnover exceeding $10,000 to register with tax authorities.
Gadgets
Iran Uses Strava Data to Track US Military
Iranian military may use fitness app Strava data to monitor US troop activity in the Middle East, posing a security threat.
Gadgets
8849 Tank 5 Pro: Rugged Phone with FLIR Thermal Imaging and Projector for €1,057
Unihertz has announced its flagship rugged phone, the Tank 5 Pro, featuring a FLIR thermal camera, projector, and a 17,600 mAh battery. Priced at €1,057, sales begin in September.
Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra to Be the Only Global 'Ultra'
Indian tech blogger reports that Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra will be the only smartphone with the Ultra moniker available globally in the coming year, as Chinese competitors cancel or localize their Ultra models.
Gadgets
Ozon apps disappear from Google Play despite no sanctions
Ozon, Ozon fresh, and Ozon Travel apps are no longer available on Google Play, though the company is not under sanctions. Users can download them from RuStore, AppGallery, and Galaxy Store.
Gadgets
US Urges Apple Not to Buy Memory Chips from Chinese Manufacturers
The Trump administration has urged Apple to avoid purchasing memory chips from Chinese manufacturers, suggesting alternative solutions to the chip shortage.
Gadgets
France's Constitutional Council Blocks Ban on Social Media for Children Under 15
France's Constitutional Council struck down a law banning social media for children under 15, citing freedom of speech. President Macron has tasked the prime minister with drafting a new version.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan: ICT Services Up 10.4% in Seven Months
In January-July 2026, Azerbaijan's ICT sector services reached 2.38 billion manats, up 10.4% year-on-year.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry Warns of WhatsApp and Social Media Scams
Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry has reported an increase in scams on WhatsApp and social media, where fraudsters use photos and data of real people to extort money.
Gadgets
Customs Officers Seize 17 iPhones and 190 Screens from Passenger in Baku
Azerbaijani customs officers discovered undeclared 17 iPhones, 190 screens, and accessories in a passenger's luggage arriving from Istanbul.
Gadgets
Lenovo's quarterly revenue jumps 43% on AI demand
Chinese PC maker Lenovo Group Ltd reported record first-quarter revenue on strong demand for AI solutions, but posted a net loss due to warrant revaluation.
Gadgets
Google Cloud launches platform for developing mobile apps on real devices
Google Cloud has announced Developer Device Platform (DDP), a cloud service for developing, debugging, and testing mobile apps on physical devices and emulators. Public preview begins August 12.
Gadgets
Sber Launches Sber500 x DISRUPT Program with 30 Million Ruble Prize Fund
Sber has announced the launch of the Sber500 x DISRUPT program for entrepreneurs and developers of GenAI services. The prize fund is 30 million rubles.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry Warns of Online Shopping Fraud
Azerbaijan's Ministry of Internal Affairs has urged citizens to be cautious when shopping online due to a rise in cyber fraud cases.
Gadgets
Apple in Talks to Buy Memory Chips from China's CXMT
Apple is testing memory chips from China's CXMT for iPhone and MacBook, aiming to reduce dependence on market shortages caused by the AI boom.
Gadgets
YouTube and TikTok Push Out Traditional TV: 75% of Video Viewing Time Now on Digital Platforms
In the first half of 2026, YouTube and TikTok accounted for over 75% of video viewing time, while traditional TV retains only about 40 minutes per day. The audience over 50 has become the main growth driver.
Gadgets
Azercell launches annual subscription to ZengimCELL service
Azercell subscribers can now get an annual subscription to the ZengimCELL call personalization service for 18 manats and change ringtones without limits.
Gadgets
Siemens Q3 Net Profit Up 11%
Siemens AG reported an 11% rise in net profit for the third quarter of fiscal 2027, with revenue up 7%.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan Introduces Fines for Social Networks Violating Age Restrictions
President of Azerbaijan signed amendments to legislation establishing fines for social networks for violations related to age restrictions and protection of minors.
Gadgets
WhatsApp Temporarily Blocks Millions of Accounts Due to Technical Glitch
Due to an error in WhatsApp's automated security system, millions of accounts were mistakenly blocked. Meta has begun restoring access.
Gadgets
Telegram Restored in App Store
Telegram is back in the App Store and will soon be available to all users.
Gadgets
Russia's Antimonopoly Service Opens Case Against Apple Over Missing RuStore and Max
Russia's Federal Antimonopoly Service has opened a case against Apple for failing to pre-install Russian apps RuStore and Max on iOS devices.
Gadgets
Experts Warn Against Buying Used Graphics Cards
Specialists question the value of purchasing used graphics cards due to wear and minimal savings.
Gadgets
FinFly.News Analysts: Social Media Amplify Teen Aggression
FinFly.News analyzed the causes of rising aggression among minors and concluded that social media have become the main accelerator of this process.
Gadgets
Experts Explain Benefits of Frequently Restarting Your Smartphone
Regularly restarting your smartphone helps clear accumulated junk and protects against viruses, according to Engadget.
Gadgets
Old smartphones without Google Play will become harder to use
BGR reports that after being disconnected from Google Play, old smartphones will become significantly harder to use, as Google raises device requirements.
Gadgets
Apple to Raise iPhone 18 Pro Prices by $250–300
Analyst Jeff Pu of GF Securities forecasts price increases for flagship iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max by $250–300.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan expands list of grounds for restricting access to websites
Azerbaijan has expanded the list of cases in which access to an internet information resource is temporarily restricted.
Gadgets
Austria to Ban Social Media for Children Under 14 from 2027
The Austrian government has approved reforms to protect children online, banning social media for under-14s and requiring age verification for adult websites.
Gadgets
Uzbekistan's ICT Market Grows 22% in First Five Months of 2026
The volume of communication and ICT services in Uzbekistan reached 39 trillion soums ($3.2 billion) in January–May 2026, up 22.2% year-on-year, driven mainly by software development.
Gadgets
Elon Musk Announces New AI Model
Elon Musk said xAI is finishing training a new language model with 2 trillion parameters, surpassing Grok 4.5 in all respects.
Gadgets
Honor Opens Pre-Orders for Robot Phone
Honor has started accepting pre-orders for the Robot Phone, one of its most unusual smartphones. Sales begin in August, and those who pre-order in China will receive a range of bonuses, including a lifetime subscription to the personal assistant Yoyo (only available in China), extended service, accessory kit, interest-free installment plan, and a trade-in discount.
Gadgets
For Now, They Only Hit Each Other
The first full-size humanoid robot fighting tournament, Ultimate Robot Knock-out Legend (URKL), took place in Shenzhen with 32 teams using the EngineAI T800 platform.
Gadgets
Global Smartphone Shipments Fall in Q2
Worldwide smartphone shipments dropped 6.7% year-on-year in Q2 2026 to 277.5 million units, marking the second consecutive quarterly decline, according to IDC.
Gadgets
VK and Max Apps Removed from Google Play
Apps of Russian tech holding VK and national messenger Max are no longer available for download on Google Play.
Gadgets
Google Overhauls Image Search with AI-Powered Features for 25th Anniversary
Google celebrates 25 years of Google Images with a redesigned homepage and integrated AI image generation.
GadgetsPartner
All Banking Issues Can Be Solved with Birbank AI Assistant
Birbank's AI assistant now handles 70% of customer inquiries, with satisfaction reaching 75%.
Gadgets
Apple Products to Become Even More Expensive for Kazakhstanis
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company plans to raise prices on its products due to a sharp increase in costs for memory and storage chips.
Gadgets
Instagram and Facebook Harmful to Children's Mental Health, Says European Commission
The European Commission has preliminarily concluded that Meta's Instagram and Facebook violate the EU's Digital Services Act due to risks to minors' mental and physical health.
GadgetsPartner
Azercell Develops AI Competencies Together with AWS
Azercell Telecom organized a series of training seminars together with Amazon Web Services (AWS), a global leader in cloud technologies and artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to develop the company's potential in AI, as well as practical knowledge and skills of employees in applying AI technologies.
Gadgets
Azerbaijan Considers Tightening Children's Access to Social Media
With the rapid development of digital technologies, social networks have become an integral part of children's daily lives. However, growing risks such as cyber threats, cyberbullying, illegal processing of personal data, psychological impact, spread of harmful content, and social media addiction are prompting states to create new legal mechanisms in this area.
Gadgets
Students in Azerbaijan Banned from Using Mobile Devices
The Ministry of Science and Education of Azerbaijan has approved rules regulating the use of mobile and electronic devices in preschool and general education institutions, FinFly.news reports.
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