Threads users can now join group chats during live events

With the new Live Chats feature, Threads users can join public, real-time group conversations built around major live events. Here are the details.

Threads announced today, a feature that looks like a cross between classic group chats and trending topics.

With Live Chats, users can jump into public group chats during live events, like an NBA game, and take part in real-time conversations with others following along.

Once you join a chat, you can send messages — including photos, videos, and links —

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iOS 26.4 offers two Liquid Glass customization updates

iOS 26.4 recently brought two new updates for how you can customize the Liquid Glass design on your iPhone.

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iOS 26.4.2 fixes bug that allowed deleted notifications to be retrieved

iOS 26.4.2 is available now as the latest iPhone update, and it includes a key security fix that ensures deleted notifications can’t be retrieved or restored later.

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Pioneer bringing a premium CarPlay feature to existing cars [U]

Pioneer was first to bring Apple CarPlay to existing cars in 2014, and now the company is pulling off another CarPlay first. The is the first system with aftermarket Dolby Atmos support, and it’s now shipping.

At CES 2026, Pioneer announced its new Sphera aftermarket in-dash receiver with support for a premium CarPlay feature:

Building on decades of audio innovation, Pioneer, a global leader in in-vehicle sound and aftermarket car electronics, introduces SPHERA, the world’s first

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Apple TV’s acclaimed London crime thriller is back with new season

Apple TV’s acclaimed crime thriller Criminal Record for season 2, with a London bomb plot at the center of the new arc. Here are the details.

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OpenAI updates ChatGPT with Codex-powered ‘workspace agents’ for teams

OpenAI launch week continues today with the introduction of workspace agents in ChatGPT.

Last year, OpenAI introduced the ability for anyone to create a custom GPT through ChatGPT. Custom GPTs are dedicated tools that you create inside ChatGPT for specific purposes. Since launching, however, custom GPTs haven’t been a key feature within ChatGPT.

Starting today, workspace agents are here to upgrade the experience and replace custom GPTs. OpenAI is positioning the evolved version toward teams.

“Teams can now create shared agents that handle complex tasks and long


Apple releases GarageBand update for macOS Tahoe

Apple has released a new version of GarageBand for Mac. The new version finally includes an app icon optimized for macOS Tahoe.

Apple released macOS Tahoe to the public on September 15, 2025, over 200 days ago, so it’s great to see GarageBand finally receive the love it deserves.

As part of macOS 26, Apple forced all app icons to use the same rounded rectangle shape as iOS and iPadOS apps. Icons that don’t conform are squished down into a round

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Apple releases iOS 26.4.2 for iPhone, here’s what’s new

Apple has just released a new software update for iPhone users. iOS 26.4.2 is here and ready to install, here’s what’s new.

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Google teases Gemini-powered Siri upgrade during Cloud Next keynote

Apple’s upcoming Siri overhaul got a moment of stage time during Google’s  Cloud Next ’26 opening keynote today.

Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian stood in front of an Apple logo on stage today where he touted having the company as a key customer.

“Earlier this year, we announced a monumental partnership with one of the world’s most iconic brands that will bring the power of our technology to users around the world,” Kurian said.

“We’re collaborating with Apple as their preferred cloud

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