Notícias e Atualizações

iOS 26 brings three small but useful improvements to iPhone: more reliable card AutoFill across the system, Visited Places in Apple Maps with end-to-end encryption, and pinned music in Apple Music. These are minor changes that reduce everyday friction.

O iOS 26.2 adiciona ao AirDrop uma camada extra de confirmação: um “código” para emparelhar emissor e recetor. A mudança reduz envios acidentais e ajuda a evitar partilhas indesejadas em locais públicos, afetando quem usa AirDrop com frequência fora de casa.

Before resetting Android to factory settings, first remove all Google accounts from the phone. The reset erases local content, but it can leave the device ‘haunted’ on your Google Account (Play Store, Find Hub and device activity), causing confusion and privacy risks.

A Samsung tem um conjunto de opções “escondidas” chamado Intelligent Wi‑Fi que ajuda o Galaxy a trocar automaticamente entre Wi‑Fi e dados móveis, ou para uma rede Wi‑Fi melhor. Isto reduz quebras e lentidão sem ter de mudar manualmente de rede.

Windows 11 already has tools to work better, be more secure and reduce friction in day-to-day use, but many are hidden in menus and shortcuts. These tricks, from Snap Layouts to passkeys and Copilot, help you get the most out of the system without installing anything.

At a ‘Limitless’ exhibition dedicated to Banksy in London, some touch screens displayed a Windows activation warning. The episode is a public embarrassment and a practical reminder: digital signage and kiosks need licensing, management and maintenance to avoid failing in full view of everyone.

A Google Pixel fan points out five issues Google needs to fix in 2026: audio, ‘safe’ photography, mid-range and formats, persistent bugs, and Tensor performance/efficiency. This matters because it affects daily reliability and the perceived value of a flagship device.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra was released in China with a clear focus on photography: a physical control ring (on the Leica Edition), a main 1-inch sensor and a 200 MP periscope telephoto lens. It combines a very bright display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a large battery in a slim body.

A survey in the US suggests that nearly half of people say they are ‘addicted’ to their phone, and that the habit of checking it is constant throughout the day. The issue matters because it affects productivity, sleep, road safety and even decisions about buying and upgrading a smartphone.

A new “dumbphone mode” is gaining traction: instead of ditching the smartphone, many users (especially Gen Z) are simplifying it with launchers, lock screens and iOS/Android features. The idea is to reduce scrolling and notifications without giving up maps, calls and messages.

Xiaomi has launched the Buds 6 in China with Harman tuning and Snapdragon Sound (aptX Lossless), promising better audio quality and up to 35 hours with the case. The announcement is relevant for anyone looking for “half in-ear” earbuds with a focus on sound and noise cancellation.

A Xiaomi anunciou o Watch 5 com ecrã AMOLED circular de 1,54”, eSIM e uma arquitetura de dois chips. Importa porque junta conectividade “quase independente” do telemóvel com sensores de saúde avançados e promessa de autonomia até 6 dias, mirando utilizadores ativos e quem quer menos dependência do smartphone.

A Xiaomi voltou a juntar-se à Leica para criar o 17 Ultra Leica Edition, um smartphone que tenta “pegar” como uma câmara, com um anel físico para abrir a app e controlar zoom, foco ou exposição. A aposta mexe com a forma de fotografar no telemóvel — e com o preço.

Good Lock is Samsung’s “Swiss army knife” for customization: it adds modules that change gestures, quick panel, multitasking and camera. These 10 tweaks improve ergonomics, productivity and system control – especially on large phones with One UI.

A discreet One UI shortcut (press and hold on the volume slider in the Quick Panel) gives you instant access to advanced sound settings like the equaliser, Dolby Atmos and loudness normalisation. It matters because it cuts down on hunting through Settings and speeds up useful everyday adjustments.

A Apple terá descontinuado até 25 produtos em 2025, entre iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods e acessórios. A limpeza sugere foco em USB‑C, Qi2 e hardware “AI‑ready”, e pode preparar o terreno para a próxima geração de iPhone, incluindo rumores do iPhone 18 Pro Max.

Android still doesn’t have a truly universal Spotlight-style search, which creates daily friction. The free Pixel Search app returns with updates and new features (including fuzzy search and custom engines), making it a practical way to speed up tasks on almost any Android.

O Android continua sem uma pesquisa “universal” nativa ao estilo Spotlight, e isso cria fricção diária. A app gratuita Pixel Search voltou a ser atualizada (v2.x) e tenta preencher essa lacuna com pesquisa unificada, atalhos e motores personalizados, incluindo opções com IA.