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Space & Astronomy Android Auto Voice Command Loop Affects Pixel and Galaxy Users WireByte Google is investigating a bug in Android Auto where voice commands for calls and messages trigger an endless loop, repeatedly asking 'Who do you want to call?' despite recognizing the contact. The issue impacts Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy devices, coinciding with wider Gemini integration. No fix is confirmed.
Space & Astronomy SpaceX and Qualcomm Announce Starlink Mobile US Rollout for 2027 WireByte SpaceX and Qualcomm have confirmed that Starlink Mobile will begin deploying a nationwide 5G cellular network in the United States starting in 2027. Utilizing DragonWing infrastructure, the venture aims to challenge major carriers by leveraging satellite spectrum and terrestrial base stations, marking a significant expansion into the US telecom market.
Space & Astronomy Nothing to Launch Screenless AI Device in December WireByte Nothing CEO Carl Pei announced the company’s first AI-native hardware will launch in December. The device is screenless and described as a tool that 'couldn’t have been an app,' suggesting it is an ambient recorder or note-taking device designed to capture fleeting ideas without the friction of traditional smartphones.
Space & Astronomy SpaceX Partners with Qualcomm for Starlink Mobile 5G Network WireByte SpaceX has selected Qualcomm to supply technology for its Starlink Mobile 5G service, aiming for a nationwide US rollout by 2027. The multi-year agreement involves deploying tens of thousands of sites using Qualcomm’s Dragonwing platforms. This move positions SpaceX to compete directly with major carriers like AT&T and Verizon by combining ground infrastructure with its satellite constellation.
Space & Astronomy Samsung Galaxy A58 Certified with 45W Charging, No Major Upgrades WireByte Regulatory filings in China confirm the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A58 supports 45W fast charging, matching its predecessor. The device shows no significant hardware changes, including camera specs. This suggests Samsung is refining its mid-range lineup rather than introducing major innovations ahead of the Galaxy S27 launch.
Space & Astronomy SpaceX in Talks to Acquire Boost Mobile to Challenge US Carriers WireByte SpaceX is negotiating with EchoStar to acquire Boost Mobile or access its network, aiming to become a major US wireless provider. The deal would provide SpaceX with 7.5 million customers and access to 80,000 cell sites. Major carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have previously rejected SpaceX’s requests for network access, potentially complicating the acquisition.