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August 20, 2026
 
 
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macOS 26.7 update leaks major upcoming Apple devices
 
CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 29: In this photo illustration, a person holds a smartphone displaying the logo of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), a leading American technology company known for its consumer electronics, software, and digital services, with the company's iconic apple logo visible in the background, on July 29, 2025 in Chongqing, China. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images)
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Apple has inadvertently revealed references to over 10 new products in the macOS 26.7 Release Candidate, including a smart home hub and MacBook and iPad mini models with OLED displays. Some of these products are expected to be unveiled at the annual September event.
Full Story: MacRumors (8/19)
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Sonos app update brings Live Activity to iOS users
Sonos has introduced Live Activity to its iOS app, allowing users to see playback details and control from the lock screen and Dynamic Island. The feature, which has been highly requested, must be enabled in settings.
Full Story: T3 (8/18)
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YouTube seeks exclusive content deals to counter Netflix
 
INDIA - 2024/09/23: In this photo illustration, a Netflix logo seen displayed on a smartphone with a YouTube logo in the background. (Photo Illustration by Avishek Das/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
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YouTube is negotiating multi-million dollar exclusive deals with prominent creators, aiming to secure content that appears only on its platform for a set period. These exclusivity agreements are part of YouTube's broader strategy to retain top talent and differentiate its offerings.
Full Story: Bloomberg (8/19)
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Ojai robotaxi coming to 6 cities in 2026
Waymo has launched its Ojai robotaxi in Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Francisco. Later this year, service will reach Denver, Las Vegas and San Diego. Waymo plans to have 5,000 Ojai vehicles in the US by year's end. With a sixth-generation self-driving system, a Gemini AI in-car assistant, a scalable and cost-effective platform, the Ojai will replace Waymo's Jaguar I-Pace.
Full Story: TechCrunch (tiered subscription model) (8/19)
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Michaels introduces 3D, AR tools for custom framing
 
The storefront of Michael’s in Los Angeles, California on August 18, 2020. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Penske Media via Getty Images)
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