Apple is planning to introduce OLED displays to its iPad Air, iPad mini and MacBook Air devices, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported. The technology offers deeper blacks and better contrast than the LCDs currently used on those devices, which would make them better for things like content creation and entertainment. However, OLED is also more expensive, so it could result in higher prices on future models.
The company is currently testing versions of each product with OLED screens, according to people familiar with the matter. That display tech is usually reserved for higher-end PCs and tablets — right now, Apple only uses OLED screens in its iPad Pro lineup (apart from iPhones). However, it may be looking to boost flagging sales of Mac and iPad products, with OLED displays offering buyers a good reason to upgrade.
The first device to gain the tech will probably be the iPad mini that may launch next year, according to Gurman's sources. The OLED version, code-named J510, may cost up to $100 more thanks to the new display and an updated water-resistant design. The iPad Air and MacBook Air will follow later on, possibly in 2028 in the case of the latter.
Earlier this month, both Gurman and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted that Apple would release a MacBook Pro with an OLED touchscreen in late 2026 or early 2027 — despite the fact that Steve Jobs famously hated touchscreens. It's not clear if the MacBook Air with OLED would also have a touch display.
On top of the contrast and black level advantages, OLED displays are lighter than LCDs as they don't require a backlight. The main drawback is a lack of brightness. Apple's current MacBook Pros use MiniLED tech that does offer higher brightness levels, but has inferior contrast compared to OLED. Take these rumors with a grain of salt, of course, and even if they're accurate, Apple's plans may change.
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Uber's robotaxi service with EV maker Lucid and self-driving car company Nuro is officially coming to the Bay Area in 2026. The ride-hailing service previously announced plans to deploy at least 20,000 self-driving Lucid cars powered by Nuro's driving software in July. The partnership between the companies also included investment from Uber in both Nuro and Lucid.
Uber's final robotaxi experience will offer rides in Lucid Gravity SUVs running the Nuro Driver Level 4 autonomy system, and be available exclusively through the company's app. Ahead of launch, Uber says Lucid and Nuro are also helping to build out an "Engineering Test Fleet" of over 100 robotaxis to run safety tests. "Nuro will lead the development and validation of a comprehensive safety case across dozens of categories," Uber says, "using simulations, closed course testing, and supervised on-road testing to verify that the robotaxi will operate safely." The final service will be fully owned and operated by Uber.
Since Uber sold off its own self-driving software team in 2020, the company has worked with multiple self-driving car companies to continue to offer robotaxis on its service. Just in 2025, Uber partnered with Waymo in Austin and Atlanta, announced plans to work with Momenta in Europe and debuted a partnership with Volkswagen to offer self-driving ID.Buzz vans. This Lucid and Nuro deal is really just one way the company is making serious investments in self-driving.
"The Bay Area has long been the birthplace of transformative technology, and it's only fitting that Uber's next-generation robotaxi program with Lucid and Nuro will begin here — launching to the public next year," Sachin Kansal, Uber's Chief Product Officer, shared in a press release. "By combining deep expertise in electric vehicles, autonomy, and ride-hailing, we're laying the groundwork for safe and scalable autonomous rides in the Bay Area and beyond."
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Have you ever wondered how much time you could save if the most tedious parts of data analysis were handled for you? Imagine a world where cleaning messy datasets, visualizing trends, or even generating actionable insights took minutes instead of hours. Thanks to the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this isn’t just a futuristic dream, […]
Engadget has been reviewing the latest devices for over two decades, adding well over 100 in-depth product tests to our tally every year. For 2025, we have compiled a list of the best gear we reviewed this year based on the highest review scores in each category. From Pixel to iPad, and Switch 2 to Sony WH-1000XM6, our reviews team has spent thousands of hours testing new products this year to discover the best of the best. Now it’s your turn to rediscover the best gadgets of 2025, including explanations from our editors as to why these products were rated so highly.
Best overall phone: Google Pixel 10 Pro
Best iPhone: iPhone 17 Pro
Best foldable: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Best laptop: MacBook Air M4
Best Windows laptop: Dell 14 Premium
Best smartwatch: Apple Watch Series 11
Best tablet: Apple iPad Air (M3, 13-inch)
Best desktop: Apple Mac Studio M4 Max
Best gaming handheld: Nintendo Switch 2
Best headphones: Sony WH-1000XM6
Best earbuds: Apple AirPods Pro 3
Best CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Best GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
Best drone: DJI Mavic 4 Pro
Best camera: Sony A1 II
Best smart glasses: Ray-Ban Meta (2nd gen)
Best home theater: Anker Nebula X1
Best kitchen appliance: Ninja Swirl by Creami
Best kitchen accessory: Thermoworks RFX
Best EV: 2026 Nissan Leaf
Best VPN: Proton VPN
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When OpenAI launched its TikTok-like Sora app, a key feature was "Cameo" that allows people to add any likeness to videos they generate. Now the maker of Cameo, an app that allows you to buy short videos from celebrities, has filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of violating its trademark by using the same name, Reuters reported. It claims that OpenAI's use of "Cameo" is likely to cause consumer confusion and dilute its brand.
"Via the conduct alleged in this Complaint, OpenAI has knowingly co-opted a well-established, federally registered trademark, ignoring... the clear risk of consumer confusion, and the irreparable harm that will be inflicted on Plaintiff’s Cameo trademark rights and brand," the complaint states.
Open AI is reviewing the complaint, but "disagree[s] that anyone can claim exclusive ownership over the word 'cameo,'" a spokesperson told Reuters. Meanwhile, Cameo's CEO Steven Galanis said it tried to resolve the dispute "amicably," but OpenAI refused to stop using the name.
Cameo lets users choose from a stable of celebrities — including the likes of Jon Gruden, Lisa Vanderpump and Colin Mochrie — to create short, personalized videos. Prices range from around $30 to $600 per video.
Sora, meanwhile, uses OpenAI's Sora 2 video generation tech to create and share videos. The app immediately drew attention over potentially unauthorized use of anime, deceased celebrities and other legally protected sources.
Cameo stated that OpenAI not only used its name, but starting offering its own cameo service using deepfake likenesses of celebrities like Mark Cuban and Jake Paul. "Users seeking a personalized celebrity video [could] use Plaintiff's Cameo service to book talent and receive an authentic, custom video prepared by that celebrity, or use Sora’s 'Cameo' service to create an extremely realistic AI-generated video featuring a celebrity’s likeness," the lawsuit states.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/openai-sued-for-trademark-infringement-over-soras-cameo-feature-113047158.html?src=rss
The M5 MacBook Pro, powered by the advanced M5 chip, represents a significant leap in performance, efficiency, and customization. Whether you’re a seasoned Mac user or new to the ecosystem, taking the right steps to optimize your device is essential. The video below from GregsGadgets provides 20 actionable steps to personalize and enhance your experience, […]
What makes a retro gaming device truly memorable? Is it the nostalgia it evokes, the portability it offers, or the features that bring a modern twist to classic gameplay? The Miyoo Mini Flip, the latest iteration of the beloved Miyoo Mini line, dares to answer this question with a bold clamshell design and a focus […]
Apple’s 12th-generation iPad, set to launch in early 2026, introduces a range of noteworthy upgrades while maintaining its accessible starting price of $349. With the inclusion of the powerful A18 chipset and advanced AI-driven features, this entry-level tablet is designed to cater to students, casual users, and anyone seeking a balance of performance, functionality, and […]
I really like Surfshark VPN. Like I said in my full Surfshark review, it's the fastest VPN on the market, with download speeds that beat all the other best VPNs. It also gives you universal split tunneling, multi-hop with customizable endpoints and unlimited simultaneous connections.
Surfshark does have its flaws, though. The apps hang up on error messages a bit too often and features sometimes turn on when you don't need them. If anything about Surfshark is annoying you enough that you're ready to switch, here's how you can cancel your subscription, get a refund and (if you want) delete your account altogether.
How to cancel auto-renewal on Surfshark
To cancel Surfshark, all you need to do is stop your subscription from automatically renewing. After you cancel auto-renewal, you can keep using Surfshark for the rest of the period you paid for (unless you get the refund or delete your account entirely). Assuming you bought your subscription through the Surfshark website, follow these steps to cancel.
Go to Surfshark.com. At the top-right of the screen, click My account.
Enter your username and password, then log in. You'll be taken to your account dashboard at my.surfshark.com.
At the top-right of the screen, click your account email address. Click on Subscription in the drop-down menu.
Click the Payments tab under the words "Your subscription."
Scroll down to the "Subscription details" section. Next to your Surfshark subscription, click on Cancel auto-renewal.
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That's all there is to it. Remember that unless it's been 30 days or less since you subscribed, you won't be able to get a refund, and Surfshark doesn't offer prorating for unused time. Additionally, you can always cancel Surfshark by simply opening a live-chat window and asking the support team to do it for you — just be warned that you'll probably be asked to reconsider several times first.
How to cancel Surfshark if you subscribed through an app store
If you subscribed through an app store, the cancellation process is different. You'll have to stop your auto-renewal through the platform where you first bought the subscription. In this section, I'll cover how to cancel through the desktop versions of each app store, since requests submitted there are more likely to work. Just note that you can do the same thing by going to the subscriptions section of your profile on the appropriate mobile app store.
If you bought Surfshark through the Google Play Store, open play.google.com on a desktop computer. Click the circle at the top-right that contains your account's first initial, then click Payments & subscriptions in the menu that appears. On the new page, click the Subscriptions tab, then scroll down until you find Surfshark. Click Manage, click Cancel Subscription and follow the instructions.
If you went through the Apple App store, a desktop computer is also the easiest way to cancel. Open the App Store in macOS, click Sign In at the bottom-left, then enter your email and Apple ID password. After signing in, check the bottom-left again and click your name, then click Account Settings at the top-right. Click Subscriptions, find Surfshark, then click Edit and Cancel Subscription.
How to cancel Surfshark if you subscribed through Amazon
You can buy Surfshark through Amazon, but if you do, you'll also have to cancel through Amazon. Go to Amazon and log in to your account. At the top-right, click Account & Lists, then Membership & Subscriptions. Scroll until you find Surfshark and click Cancel Subscription. After that, follow the onscreen prompts.
How to delete your Surfshark account
It's possible to delete your Surfshark account and immediately end your association with every Surfshark app, but there's no direct method — your only option is to start a live chat conversation. To do that, go to support.surfshark.com, scroll to the bottom and click Chat with us. In the conversation window, tell the bot you want to delete your Surfshark account. Be prepared to fend off several requests for you to reconsider.
How to get a refund from Surfshark
Surfshark offers a full refund within 30 days of purchase. Live chat is the only way to request a refund. Go to support.surfshark.com and click Chat with us at the bottom of the page, then tell the live chat bot you want a full refund. It'll guide you from there.
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If you subscribed through Amazon or an app store, you'll need to request the refund through there instead. The typical refund policy for each platform applies, superseding Surfshark.
Surfshark alternatives
After you've cancelled Surfshark, I strongly recommend considering another VPN — it's not only a vital privacy precaution, but opens up worlds of streaming fun as well. My favorite for both price and performance is Proton VPN, but NordVPN is also a good choice, providing a similar experience to Surfshark but with apps that function a bit better. If you're prepared to pay a bit more for a service that works seamlessly, ExpressVPN may be for you.
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What if your computer could truly understand you, anticipate your needs, streamline your tasks, and even collaborate with you in real-time? With its new AI Copilot update, Microsoft has unveiled a vision of computing that feels less like using a machine and more like working alongside a trusted partner. From personalized memory features that adapt […]