Python developers will soon get official lazy imports through PEP 810, approved after a month of debate. The opt-in feature defers module loading until actually needed, addressing long-standing startup time frustrations.
Apple has started rolling out the first betas for its next round of software updates. The timing suggests a tight schedule ahead of the holiday break. Developers can now test watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, and visionOS 26.2.
Apple is moving fast with its next software updates, releasing the first betas of iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 to developers. This comes just one day after the public launch of iOS 26.1, suggesting a focus on stability during the holiday period.
Perplexity AI is pushing back against what it calls Amazon’s “bullying” tactics. The AI company received a legal threat demanding it stop letting users make Amazon purchases through its Comet browser assistant. This comes as Amazon tightens control over how external AI agents interact with its platf
Apple is testing a major AirDrop upgrade that would let users pair devices for 30 days using PIN codes. The feature was discovered in iOS 26.2 developer beta 1 and represents Apple’s ongoing privacy improvements for its file-sharing system.
The M4 Mac Mini just dropped to $499, making Apple’s most affordable desktop an absolute steal. This little powerhouse now competes directly with entry-level Windows machines while offering full macOS integration.
Microsoft and NVIDIA have teamed up to launch the Agentic Launchpad initiative targeting AI startups in the UK and Ireland. The program offers selected companies access to NVIDIA’s GPU infrastructure and Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem, plus expert mentorship and training resources.
The Houston-based lunar lander company is making a massive $800 million play to become a full-service space prime. This acquisition would combine Intuitive Machines’ lunar expertise with Lanteris’ satellite manufacturing capabilities, creating a company with nearly $1 billion in contract backlog.
Windows 10 is proving incredibly sticky despite Microsoft ending free support on October 14. The operating system still commands over 41% market share while Windows 11 adoption crawls at 55%, a stark contrast to Windows 7’s rapid decline during its end-of-life period.
Spotify hit 713 million monthly active users but posted a €72 million loss in Q3 2025. The company is using creative accounting to paint a rosier financial picture than reality suggests.
