Waze launches voice control so users can report traffic without tapping

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Waze launches voice control so users can report traffic without tapping

Waze is introducing a Conversational Reporting feature that allows drivers to report incidents (traffic jams, accidents, police, hazards, etc.) via voice commands, removing the need to tap the screen. This hands-free option aims to make road reporting safer and more intuitive while driving. The system understands natural language prompts like “Report traffic” or “Report accident” and logs the event automatically. It’s being rolled out for both iOS and Android variants of Waze. In environments like heavy traffic or complex road conditions, voice reporting can reduce distraction. The move underscores Waze’s push toward voice-first interactions and supports its community mapping ethos, giving users a smoother, safer way to contribute real-time road data.

Nvidia takes part in xAI’s $20 billion fundraising round

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI is raising up to $20 billion, and Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $2 billion in the equity portion of that round. The deal is structured via a special purpose vehicle that will buy Nvidia GPUs, which xAI will lease, effectively tying capital and hardware together. This financing supports xAI’s major computing infrastructure, including its Colossus 2 data center. The arrangement gives xAI priority access to scarce GPU supply while positioning Nvidia as both investor and supplier. While this raises strategic and dependency questions, it also signals that in the AI arms race, capital and compute are increasingly intertwined.

Apple to reach agreement with EU over App Store rules

Apple is reportedly negotiating to head off daily fines from EU antitrust regulators by agreeing to revised App Store policies in compliance with the Digital Markets Act. Under the deal, developers would pay a 20 % processing fee (with lower tiers for small developers), and Apple would permit developers to link to external payment systems. This could preserve Apple’s control while satisfying the EU’s demands. The agreement is seen as a compromise: It avoids harsher penalties but still allows Apple to retain a sizable cut. With the deadline looming, both sides appear motivated to find a stable framework. The final terms will significantly impact how apps and payments operate across European iOS ecosystems going forward.

Apple Watch’s hypertension notification feature launches today in Canada

Beginning today, eligible Apple Watch users in Canada can enable a new Hypertension Notifications feature, which monitors for patterns suggestive of chronic high blood pressure and issues alerts. Using sensor data over extended periods, the system flags potential hypertension risks rather than measuring instantaneous blood pressure. Compatible models include Apple Watch Series 9, later, and the Ultra line when paired with watchOS 26. This addition joins Apple’s growing health portfolio (e.g. ECG, atrial fibrillation alerts). Apple emphasizes the feature is not a substitute for medical diagnosis, advising users to confirm with validated cuffs if alerted. With regulatory clearance rolling out region by region, Canada is now included, giving users an extra passive monitoring tool in their health toolkit.

Foldable iPhone rumored to use both titanium and aluminum for its frame

According to analyst Jeff Pu and other industry whispers, Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone will adopt a hybrid frame combining titanium and aluminum. Titanium may reinforce structural or hinge areas prone to bending stress, while aluminum helps keep weight down in less critical regions. This mix aims to balance durability, flexibility, and lightness. Some reports also suggest Apple might be targeting a thickness of just 4.5 mm when fully open, making it among the slimmest foldables. The design could also employ advanced hinge materials like Liquidmetal for added resilience. If pulled off, Apple would combine premium materials in a novel configuration to stand out in a field crowded with foldables. This approach might set a new benchmark in hybrid structural design.'

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