Curiosity Rover Reconnects After Solar Conjunction, Begins Critical Organic Search on Mars

NASA’s Curiosity rover has resumed science operations after solar conjunction, returning to a previous drill site for a rare organic chemistry experiment. Using its final supply of TMAH, Curiosity will analyse Martian rock samples for signs of organic molecules while also monitoring dust and atmospheric conditions inside Gale Crater.

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Sony WF-1000XM6 Launch Date Announced: Expected Price, Colourways and Specifications

Sony has confirmed that its next-generation WF-1000XM6 flagship earbuds will be unveiled on February 12. Teasers align with an earlier leak, which suggested a more compact design, slimmer charging case, and colour options including black, silver, and possibly Sandpink. Leaks hint at upgrades such as DSEE Ultimate audio upscaling powered by a MediaTek MT2855 chip, improved ANC, battery life, and processing performance, along with an IPX4 rating.

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SpaceX’s Starlink Reportedly Eyes Expansion Into Mobile Device Market and Direct-to-Device Connectivity

SpaceX’s Starlink looks to expand beyond broadband connectivity and introduce new services such as direct-to-phone communication. According to a report, the satellite internet service’s mobile device could connect to the constellation of Starlink satellites and rival smartphones. Starlink’s rising subscriber base and expanding range of use cases are reportedly helping SpaceX strengthen its commercial business and fuel the long-term vision.

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Qualcomm Reveals Smartphone Brands Are Planning to Reduce Shipments Amid Global Memory Shortage

Qualcomm announced the company’s financial performance in the first fiscal quarter of the year on Wednesday. While the company posted robust growth numbers and even surpassed market expectations, it set the lowered revenue expectations for the next quarter. During the Q1 2026 earnings call with investors and analysts, Akash Palkhiwala, Chief Financial Officer at Qualcomm, said several smartphone brands were looking to reduce the production of units.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series to Feature EdgeFusion Image Generator Developed in Partnership With Nota AI, Tipster Claims

Samsung is collaborating with another South Korea-based tech firm, Nota AI, to build a new AI-powered image generator feature, dubbed EdgeFusion, a tipster claims. The tech giant reportedly plans to integrate the EdgeFusion into its upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup, which could include the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The new flagship Galaxy S series phones will reportedly be launched by the company on February 25, while going on sale in March. However, the company has yet to confirm the launch and other details about the phones.

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Google Pixel 10a Launch and Pre-Order Date Announced; Design and Blue Colourway Teased

The Google Pixel 10a will be launched in India and the global markets later this month, the company announced on Wednesday. It is anticipated to arrive as the successor to the Pixel 9a, which debuted in March 2025. Amid a myriad of leaks that hinted towards the design of the upcoming handset, the Mountain View-based tech giant has taken the wraps off the phone. The Pixel 10a will feature an identical design to its predecessor and be available in a blue colourway.

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Vivo X300e and Vivo X Fold 6 Reportedly Listed on IMEI Database, Could Launch Soon

Vivo’s upcoming Vivo X300e and Vivo X Fold 6 have been spotted on the GSMA IMEI database, according to a new report, suggesting active development. The Vivo X300e is expected to join the X300 lineup as a more affordable flagship option, similar to earlier FE and T models. Meanwhile, multiple listings for the Vivo X Fold 6 suggest different regional variants. While specifications remain unknown, earlier leaks hint at a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip for the foldable.

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