Swiss Regulators Join The Fray, Probe Apple’s iPhone NFC Fees
Apple is facing another antitrust probe, this time in Switzerland. The investigation focuses on whether Apple’s commercial terms for iPhone NFC access unfairly hinder rivals to Apple Pay.
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Tyler Brooks P.E. brings a distinctive engineering perspective to technology journalism, blending rigorous technical analysis with practical industry insights honed through years of hands-on system integration work. His expertise spans industrial computing ecosystems, automation architectures, and the convergence of IoT with legacy industrial systems, offering readers a unique vantage point on how emerging technologies transform physical operations. Drawing from field experience across multiple sectors, he specializes in demystifying complex technological shifts while maintaining professional engineering standards in his technical assessments.
4 Perplexity Habits You Should Start Using Today
Perplexity is more than just a search engine. To get the most out of it, you need to adopt specific habits around personalization, Spaces, templates, and exporting chats. It’s a game-changer for workflows.
The Grid’s Wild Week: Antitrust, Slowing Growth, and Gas Turbine Gold Rush
The Department of Justice just broke a 14-year streak by intervening in a major power merger. Meanwhile, forecasts for electricity demand growth, especially in Texas, are being revised down. But the race to secure gas turbines is hotter than ever.
iPadOS 26.2 brings back a crucial multitasking feature
Apple has released iPadOS 26.2, a significant update that brings back a key multitasking tool. The feature allows users to drag apps to create Split View or Slide Over windows. This is expected to be the final major update of the year.
The North East is quietly building a UK space powerhouse
The North East of England is rapidly emerging as a serious player in the UK space sector. With a 50% jump in companies and a new £50m research hub on the way, the region is betting big on satellites and manufacturing.
The Game Awards 2025 Kicks Off With a 2027 Game
The Game Awards 2025 has begun, and the first announcement is a bit of a head-scratcher. ‘The Free Shepherd,’ a game featuring a shepherd dog, is coming to PS5 and Steam, but not until 2027.
The vPLC Revolution is Here, But It’s a Culture War
The shift from traditional hardware PLCs to virtual ones running on industrial PCs is gaining steam. It promises massive cost savings, easier data access for AI, and a complete rethinking of the assembly line. But the biggest hurdle isn’t technical—it’s cultural.
Fortnite Returns to Google Play After Epic’s Legal Win
Following a major settlement in the Epic v. Google lawsuit, Fortnite has returned to the Google Play Store in the United States. This marks a significant victory for Epic in its fight against mobile app store policies.
Samsung’s new foldable has a secret PC monitor mode
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold foldable phone has a hidden feature that turns it into a portable wireless monitor for a Windows PC. The “Second Screen” function uses Miracast and wasn’t mentioned during the device’s official reveal.
Microsoft’s 2026 Plan: Making Windows 11 a Gaming Beast
Microsoft is shifting its focus for Windows 11 in 2026 from new features to deep system optimization for gaming. The plan targets background workloads, power scheduling, and graphics, with key tech like Auto Super Resolution going public. A public preview for AMD Ryzen AI NPUs is slated for early 20