Samsung Electronics has revealed its Odyssey gaming monitor lineup for 2026. The range includes what the company says is the world’s first glasses-free 3D monitor featuring a 6K resolution, along with another model that can reach a refresh rate of up to 1,040Hz. Samsung confirmed that the complete lineup will be showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, scheduled from January 6 to 9.
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new member tag feature that lets users add a custom label next to their name in group chats. These tags highlight a user’s role or responsibility within a group, helping reduce confusion in conversations. According to a report by WABetaInfo, the feature is being released with WhatsApp for iOS version 25.37.74 available on the App Store. The update is also accessible on Android.
YouTube is reportedly enabling creators to build games using AI through its YouTube Playables Builder. As per a report by 9To5Google, the tool is powered by Google’s Gemini 3 AI model and allows users to create simple games without coding experience. It builds upon YouTube Playables, first introduced in 2023 as a collection of lightweight games playable directly on the platform. The report adds that creators can design short, interactive experiences and easily share them with their audience.
Google Photos is bringing back “face shortcuts” in search, enabling users to quickly locate photos of specific people or pets without typing prompts. The feature had reportedly been removed when Google introduced its AI-powered search tool, “Ask Photos.” After taking user feedback into account, Google has confirmed that face shortcuts are returning through recent app updates.
Samsung is expected to roll out several new camera features with its upcoming Galaxy S26 flagship lineup. According to a report by Android Authority, the next-generation smartphones could receive multiple software-based camera upgrades as part of One UI 8.5. These improvements are aimed at enhancing image quality, video recording, and camera controls without major hardware changes.
Apple is reportedly preparing multiple upgrades for its Pro iPhone models next year. A report by 9To5Mac suggests that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max could see updates across design, performance, camera capabilities, and battery life. Here is a closer look at what could arrive with Apple’s next premium smartphones.
As AI-powered browsers continue to evolve, OpenAI has cautioned that a major security issue linked to them may not be fully resolved. In a recent blog post, the company warned that prompt injection—a method used to manipulate AI systems through hidden instructions embedded in web pages, emails, or documents—remains a persistent risk for AI browsers operating on the open web.