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YouTube restored following brief global outage
YouTube restored following brief global outage

YouTube went down for more than 10,000 users; however, the app now shows 200 outage reports

YouTube down: Users experience ‘502 Error’ on app
YouTube down: Users experience ‘502 Error’ on app

Thousands of YouTube users reported problems watching videos and accessing the platform

Google introduces surprise critical update to some Pixel phones
Google introduces surprise critical update to some Pixel phones

Google Pixel emergency update is currently available to Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 series phones

OpenAI announces app store–style directory within ChatGPT
OpenAI announces app store–style directory within ChatGPT

OpenAI will allow developers to submit their programs for review directly within ChatGPT with this update

TikTok's owner strikes global investors deal to avoid US ban
TikTok's owner strikes global investors deal to avoid US ban

The app's owner, ByteDance, has signed a joint venture to keep TikTok running for its US users

Luma AI unveils Ray3 Modify for advanced video footage editing
Luma AI unveils Ray3 Modify for advanced video footage editing

Luma aims to compete with the leading players of the AI industry, including Runway and Kling with this update

 Apple to allow alternative App Stores and external payments in Japan
Apple to allow alternative App Stores and external payments in Japan

The changes remain involuntary but are needed to comply with Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA)

Apple iOS 26.3 launched for beta testers with major improvements
Apple iOS 26.3 launched for beta testers with major improvements

iOS 26.3 is currently available for beta testers, with final release expected to launch in early 2026

Opal now available in Gemini, streamlining user experience
Opal now available in Gemini, streamlining user experience

Google brings new Gemini view that converts written prompts into step-by-step workflows

TikTok launches new feature to help small businesses grow
TikTok launches new feature to help small businesses grow

TikTok For Business Ads Manager now helps businesses reach new customers easily

YouTube to host Oscars in 2029, beginning with 101st ceremony
YouTube to host Oscars in 2029, beginning with 101st ceremony

Viewers from all across the globe will be able to stream the entire Oscar ceremony live on YouTube with this partnership

Google unveils Gemini 3 Flash in bid to outdo OpenAI and other rivals
Google unveils Gemini 3 Flash in bid to outdo OpenAI and other rivals

Gemini 3 Flash model is particularly designed to increase the accessibility of powerful AI tools

Amazon plans to invest up to $10 billion in OpenAI: Report
Amazon plans to invest up to $10 billion in OpenAI: Report

The potential investment comes after OpenAI’s recent shift to a for-profit structure

Disney+ launches dedicated app for Meta Quest headsets
Disney+ launches dedicated app for Meta Quest headsets

The recently launched app is compatible with Meta Quest 3, Quest 3S, and Quest 2 headsets

Instagram introduces reels viewing on Amazon Fire TV
Instagram introduces reels viewing on Amazon Fire TV

Instagram aims to outdo YouTube that dominates TV-based viewing by bringing short-form video to the big screen

Elon Musk's net worth hits $600 billion with THIS push
Elon Musk's net worth hits $600 billion with THIS push

Elon Musk hits a major milestone amid SpaceX IPO plans, as per Forbes

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS set to make history on December 19
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS set to make history on December 19

Astronomy enthusiasts can watch the historic moment live at the online event

Threads introduces new communities, tests badges for select members
Threads introduces new communities, tests badges for select members

Threads is experimenting with new community features commonly found on Reddit, including customizable user flairs

Snapchat Recap 2025: Relive your year’s most anticipated snap moments
Snapchat Recap 2025: Relive your year’s most anticipated snap moments

Snapchat has launched its 2025-Year-End Recaps along with stats about app usage this year

WhatsApp rolls out major update with new interactive features, AI tools
WhatsApp rolls out major update with new interactive features, AI tools

WhatsApp is preparing to transform the way users communicate by rolling out a major update packed with creative features

X for iOS brings Home and Lock Screen widgets, five years after WWDC tease
X for iOS brings Home and Lock Screen widgets, five years after WWDC tease

This update marks a highly-anticipated addition for iOS users who wanted enhanced visibility into X content

Galaxy S26 Ultra set to launch soon with THESE features
Galaxy S26 Ultra set to launch soon with THESE features

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be equipped with a 5,200 mAh battery, faster 60W wired and 25W wireless charging

OpenAI launches ChatGPT 5.2 with significant improvements
OpenAI launches ChatGPT 5.2 with significant improvements

ChatGPT subscribers, including Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise users can only access to GPT-5.2

Geminid meteor shower to illuminate skies during early hours of December 14
Geminid meteor shower to illuminate skies during early hours of December 14

Geminid meteor showers are expected to be clearly visible in around 75% of the US

ios 26.2 released with major upgrades: Here's how to access it
ios 26.2 released with major upgrades: Here's how to access it

iOS 26.2 delivers enhancements to Apple Music, Podcasts, and Games, along with bug fixes and security updates

Google Translate provides real-time headphone translations
Google Translate provides real-time headphone translations

The update is currently available across the US and India, supporting English paired with nearly 20 languages

Google upgrades AI try-on feature to work with single selfie
Google upgrades AI try-on feature to work with single selfie

Google’s try-on feature allows users to explore apparel from its Shopping Graph across Search, and more

Time magazine analysis reveals how 800 million users rely on ChatGPT
Time magazine analysis reveals how 800 million users rely on ChatGPT

Nearly 1.1 million conversations between May 2024 and June 2025 revealed how individuals use ChatGPT

WhatsApp brings holiday update: Missed call messages, AI image tools, and more
WhatsApp brings holiday update: Missed call messages, AI image tools, and more

WhatsApp aims to offer more personalised, fun-filled, and efficient user experience during the festive season

Reddit legally challenges Australia's under-16s social media ban
Reddit legally challenges Australia's under-16s social media ban

Australia has made history with the world's first-ever social media ban for children aged below 16