Category: Technology

What you need to know

• Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses could weigh just 41 grams with standard lenses, making them lighter than earlier leaks suggested.
• Battery life could reach nine hours, with the charging case extending total runtime to 72 hours.
• Gentle Monster reportedly offers six frame designs across 16 variants, while Warby Parker plans three styles with multiple color and lens options.
• A November launch is reportedly planned, with Gentle Monster models targeting South Korea and the US, and Warby Parker versions initially limited to the US.

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Samsung’s first AI-enabled smart glasses might be lighter than previous leaks have suggested, and they look to be available in a wider range of designs than we’ve seen so far.

New information obtained by SammyGuru reveals that the upcoming Galaxy Glasses weigh around 41 grams with standard lenses, alongside a detailed look at frame options from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.

Apple’s free Move to iOS app is the official way to transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone, and it works best for anyone setting up a brand-new or freshly reset iPhone. It carries over your chat history, media, and settings in one pass, keeping your conversations intact instead of leaving them stranded on your old phone.

The catch is timing. Move to iOS only works during the iPhone’s initial setup screen, so if you have already been using your iPhone for a week, the button you need simply is not there anymore. That single detail trips up more people than any technical glitch, and it shapes almost every decision covered below.

Plenty of people only discover this rule after they’ve already tapped through setup, added their Apple ID, and started downloading apps. If that sounds like your situation, there are still workable paths forward, along with a clear picture of what actually moves across and what gets left behind for good.

How Do You Move Chats with Move to iOS?

Apple’s Move to iOS app handles the transfer for free, but it only functions at one specific moment: the very first setup screen on a new or factory-reset iPhone. You’ll need both phones near each other, a temporary Wi-Fi network the app creates for the transfer, and enough patience to let a large chat history copy over without interruption.

Check the Requirements Before You Start

Before touching either phone, confirm a few things. Your iPhone needs iOS 15.5 or later, and it has to be unused or wiped clean through Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone. You’ll also need to keep the same phone number registered to WhatsApp on both devices, since switching numbers mid-transfer breaks the chat history link entirely.

Charge both phones above 50%, and disable mobile data on the Android device so it doesn’t interfere with the temporary Wi-Fi network Move to iOS builds between the two.

Select WhatsApp During iPhone Setup

Work through the iPhone setup screens until you reach the Apps & Data step, then choose “Move Data from Android.” Install Move to iOS on your Android phone if it isn’t already there, open it, and accept the terms.

Your iPhone displays a one-time code. Enter that code on the Android app, wait for the Wi-Fi connection to establish, then check the boxes for WhatsApp alongside anything else you want carried over, such as photos or contacts.

Import Your Chats After Setup

Once the transfer finishes and you complete the rest of iPhone setup, install WhatsApp from the App Store. Open it, verify your phone number, and you’ll see a prompt to restore your chat history from the transfer.

Tap through it, and WhatsApp rebuilds your chats, media, and Channel updates on the iPhone. Individual chats, group chats, and communities all migrate this way, though the import itself can take a while depending on how much media you’re carrying.

What If Your iPhone Is Already Set Up?

If your iPhone has already been through setup, Move to iOS is off the table, and your realistic options are resetting the iPhone, trying a third-party transfer tool, or exporting individual chats manually. Each comes with different trade-offs around convenience, cost, and how much of your existing iPhone data survives the process.

Reset the iPhone to Use the Official Method

Factory resetting is the only way to reopen the Move to iOS setup screen, and it is genuinely the most reliable path if your iPhone doesn’t hold irreplaceable data yet. Back up anything on the iPhone you want to keep first, since a reset wipes photos, apps, and settings clean.

Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone, choose Erase All Content and Settings, and let the device restart into the initial setup screen. From there, follow the same Move to iOS steps described above.

Consider Third-Party Transfer Tools Carefully

Paid tools such as MobileTrans, Dr.Fone, iCareFone Transfer, and Mobitrix WhatsApp Transfer advertise the ability to move WhatsApp chats onto an already-set-up iPhone without a reset. These typically run on a computer, connect to both phones via cable or Wi-Fi, and copy WhatsApp’s database directly.

Vendors describe these as working without erasing existing iPhone data, though results depend on phone models and WhatsApp versions matching what the software supports. Read the compatibility list on the vendor’s own site before paying for a license, and treat marketing claims about speed or success rates with some skepticism until you’ve tested a free trial or demo mode yourself.

Export Individual Chats for Reading Outside WhatsApp

WhatsApp’s built-in export feature lets you save one conversation at a time as a text file or with media attached, sent to email or another app. This won’t rebuild your chat history inside WhatsApp on the iPhone, but it preserves the content of specific conversations you want to keep readable.

Open a chat, tap the contact or group name, scroll down to “Export Chat,” and choose whether to include media. It’s a practical fallback when you just need a record of a conversation, not a full migration.

What Transfers, and What Happens to Your Backups?

Move to iOS carries over chats, media, and settings, but your Android WhatsApp backup on Google Drive cannot be restored directly on an iPhone under any circumstances. The two platforms store backups in completely incompatible formats, which is a bigger surprise to most people than the setup-timing rule.

Which Chats and Media Move-and Which Do Not?

Individual chats, group chats, communities, your profile photo, and Channel updates all transfer through Move to iOS. Photos, videos, voice messages, and documents attached to those chats come along too, provided the transfer completes without interruption.

Call history does not transfer, and it never has, regardless of which method you use. If keeping a record of past calls matters to you, note that down before you start, since there’s no workaround for it.

Why a Google Drive Backup Cannot Restore Directly on iPhone

Android’s WhatsApp backup lives in Google Drive, while iPhone’s WhatsApp backup lives in iCloud, and WhatsApp does not build a bridge between the two formats. A Google Drive WhatsApp backup restores only onto another Android phone, never onto iOS.

This is exactly why Move to iOS exists as a separate mechanism: it transfers chat data directly, phone to phone, sidestepping cloud backups entirely. If you’ve been holding onto an old Google Drive backup thinking it’ll restore on your new iPhone, it won’t, and no setting change fixes that.

What Changes for WhatsApp Business?

WhatsApp Business chats and catalog data move through the same Move to iOS process, provided you’re transferring into the WhatsApp Business app on iPhone rather than the standard consumer app. Business profile details, quick replies, and labels are tied to the Business app specifically.

Mixing up regular WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business during setup is a common mistake. Confirm which app your Android phone was running before you start the transfer, and install the matching version on iPhone first.

How Can You Fix a Stalled or Missing Transfer?

A transfer that stalls or hangs at 99% usually comes down to a weak or interrupted Wi-Fi connection between the two phones, and your original data stays untouched on the Android device the whole time. WhatsApp’s own guidance confirms that a failed transfer never deletes anything from your old phone, so there’s no risk in trying again.

When the Phones Will Not Connect or the Transfer Stalls

Keep both phones within a few feet of each other and disable mobile data on the Android device, since a stray cellular connection often breaks the temporary Wi-Fi network mid-transfer. Turn off battery-saving modes on both phones too, as aggressive power management can quietly kill the connection.

If the transfer still stalls, restart both devices, factory reset the iPhone again if it already went through setup, reinstall Move to iOS and WhatsApp on the Android phone, and start over from the Apps & Data screen. Large media libraries take longer, so give it time before assuming it’s frozen; anything under an hour with a large chat history is not unusual.

When WhatsApp Does Not Show Your Chats on iPhone

If the transfer reports success but WhatsApp opens with an empty chat list, the most common cause is verifying with a different phone number than the one used on Android. WhatsApp ties chat history to the number, so any mismatch, even a country code difference, breaks the link.

Uninstall WhatsApp from the iPhone, confirm the Android phone’s number is exactly what you’ll register with, and reinstall. If chats still don’t appear, the transfer itself may need to be redone from a freshly reset iPhone rather than patched after the fact.

Choose the Official Transfer When You Can

Move to iOS remains the simplest and only free way to bring your full WhatsApp chat history from Android to iPhone, and it costs you nothing beyond a few minutes of setup. Planning around its one hard rule, that the iPhone must be new or freshly reset, saves far more hassle than discovering it partway through.

If your iPhone is already set up with data you don’t want to lose, weigh a factory reset against a paid third-party tool, and check compatibility lists carefully before spending money. Either way, your Android chats stay safe on the original device until a transfer actually succeeds, so there’s little to lose by trying the official method first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone for free?

Yes, Move to iOS is Apple’s official app and costs nothing to use. It works only during initial iPhone setup, so the iPhone needs to be new or factory reset before you start.

Can I move WhatsApp chats without factory-resetting my iPhone?

Third-party tools such as MobileTrans, Dr.Fone, or iCareFone Transfer advertise transfers onto an already-set-up iPhone without erasing existing data. These run on a computer and typically require a paid license, so check each vendor’s compatibility list against your specific phone models first.

Can I restore my Android WhatsApp Google Drive backup on iPhone?

No, a Google Drive WhatsApp backup only restores onto another Android phone. iPhone stores its WhatsApp backup in iCloud instead, and the two formats are not interchangeable, which is why Move to iOS transfers chat data directly rather than through either cloud backup.

Can I transfer WhatsApp Business chats from Android to iPhone?

Yes, using the same Move to iOS process, provided you install WhatsApp Business on the iPhone rather than the standard app. Business profile details, labels, and quick replies carry over as long as the app types match on both ends.

Can I transfer WhatsApp using a cable instead of Wi-Fi?

Move to iOS relies on a temporary Wi-Fi network between the two phones rather than a cable connection. Some third-party desktop tools support a USB cable connection instead, which can be more stable than Wi-Fi if your transfer keeps stalling.

Anthropic said its models exploited websites on the internet, including some run by U.S. government agencies, and it will turn off live internet access for all of its internal evaluations until the frontier lab is sure it can monitor and control its AI agents.

The incidents, disclosed in a blog post, involved AI agents tasked to solve problems seeking resources on the internet. In the process, they exploited software flaws, accessed databases without paying fees, used URL shortening services to smuggle information pass restrictions, and even submitted a false murder tip to the Philadelphia police.

Anthropic said it discovered these new issues in a review of its model’s activities that began in July, demonstrating the lab’s lack of awareness of its software’s behavior in real time.

Notably, the company said that alignment training was not yet sufficient for skills like search and computer use that are central to its pitch that AI agents will be used by any professional who relies on digital tools.

The behaviors Anthropic disclosed are similar to incidents involving OpenAI agents that collaborated to break into various websites in search of information, including some run by the Australian government.

Anthropic previously disclosed that its models had broken into external systems. The frontier lab said it considered today’s disclosures “significantly less severe from an alignment and security perspective” than those it announced before.

However, the lab still said it had “turned off live internet access” for “all our internal evaluations” until it is certain it can monitor and control its agents.

It’s not clear what that means. Sydney Von Arx, the founder of Nightingale, an AI safety organization, told TechCrunch in an interview before this disclosure that developing models on a data center cut off from the open internet would be very challenging for researchers, and hinder the progress of the models, which benefit from internet access.

“You have to align them at some point,” Von Arx said. “If the AIs are released to production and never have access to the internet, that’s not a very useful tool.”

Anthropic said the behavior was a result of flaws in the lab’s training environments, which led the models to believe they would be rewarded for finding loopholes or avoiding restrictions, a behavior called “reward hacking.”

The company said it would stop running some of its evaluations or move them offline, and has built tooling to detect and block this behavior. This tooling was tested against the kind of incidents disclosed today and blocked them; it’s not clear what evidence will prompt Anthropic to return live internet access to its internal evaluations. Anthropic also said it would migrate its internal AI agents to “centrally managed infrastructure with strong containment,” and is beginning to using safety classifiers more frequently to monitor those agents.

“It’s encouraging that Anthropic voluntarily disclosed more recent incidents, including where their agents targeted U.S. government websites,” Conrad Stosz, an official at AI oversight lab Transluce and former head of the US Center for AI Standards and Innovation, said in a statement. “But it just underscores the need for independent, credible, third-party verification of Al systems. Trust in this technology needs to be built through science-backed oversight and governance with meaningful access — not by relying on researchers to find these things in the wild or on companies to voluntarily disclose.”

What you need to know

• Samsung is reportedly rolling out its October 2026 security patch to Galaxy S26 users in the U.S.
• The patch is ~530MB, and delivers over 60 security fixes for the flagship series.
• This October patch arrives a week (or two) after One UI 9 (Android 17) rolled out in the U.S. for S26 users.

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Samsung is reportedly rolling out its latest security update for its 2026 flagship phones. There are also expectations for when it could arrive for the Galaxy S25 series.

This week, tipster Kailash on X reported that the October 2026 security patch has started arriving globally on the Galaxy S26 series (via SamMobile). Kailash states the update has reached devices in the U.S. and Canada with a 531MB download. Users will download the following version for the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, respectively: S948U1UES4BZIG, S948U1OYM4BZIG, and S948U1UES4BZIG.

Two smartphones displaying a music player interface, with glowing musical notes arcing between them to represent wireless music transfer.

Transferring a music collection from one application to another does not necessarily mean starting again from scratch. Users wanting to shift a Spotify playlist to YouTube Music on Android can either create a new one through the YouTube Music app or rely on an online service capable of matching the tracks from both accounts in order to save the time required for the manual process.

Keep in mind that the transfer service merely duplicates Spotify playlists into YouTube Music and does not remove playlists or songs from Spotify in this regard. Given that track libraries may differ from each other, the newly transferred playlist should definitely be double-checked for missing songs, duplicates, or wrong versions.

What Is Transferred, and Why Would You Need to Use It?

The playlist transfer is able to copy track selections (and possibly their names and order, depending on the transfer method). Note that the manner of transfer should also affect the output of the process. Some users prefer YouTube Music because it integrates with their common YouTube experience or because they would rather have their music library and video music exploration in a single app.

Why Is YouTube Music Attractive for Spotify Users?

YouTube Music is a combination of a streaming library and music videos, as well as legal and unofficial versions from YouTube. This feature is appealing to users in search of live performances, covers, and recordings that are hard to find among regular streaming catalogs.

Using the app, people can access their playlists organized in their Library, where they can keep and listen to saved music. Existing YouTube users may continue listening in a single environment without mastering new interfaces or accounts.

What Can Be Transferred in Playlists and Liked Songs?

A transfer service, such as the spotify to youtube playlist service by Paradify, enables the transfer of Spotify playlists to YouTube Music, including the playlist title and order, provided the transfer tool has access. Some services also enable the migration of liked songs and saved albums and artists. The selection of items available for transfer may differ between transfer services, so it is advisable to check which options are available on the selection screen.

The items being transferred will appear in the library of the new service, but the originals on Spotify will remain intact. No automatic synchronization between the two libraries will take place, which means that changes made to one playlist will not be transferred automatically to the other. In case a playlist undergoes constant changes, an independent mechanism for updates may have to be established.

Reasons for Missing and Inaccurately Matched Tracks

A transfer application searches the destination service’s catalogue to find a match according to the song title and artist’s name. Yet, some matches may fail due to licensing, catalogue entries, or differences in metadata.

For instance, a live performance might be confused with the studio version, a clean version might be mistaken for the explicit one, or remastered recordings might have a different name. Using the match report can also show which tracks were not transferred or were mismatched.

How to Re-create a Playlist in YouTube Music on Android

The manual approach can be applied either to a short playlist or to a playlist that requires meticulous checking. The user must create a new playlist in the YouTube Music application and search for tracks on Android, adding matching tracks to the new playlist based on their titles and artists’ names.

Searching for Tracks and Adding Them to a Playlist

On YouTube Music, the user can find a track, open the menu, and select the option to add the track to a playlist. It is possible either to create a new playlist from the menu or to add the song to an existing playlist. The newly created Spotify playlist will be available in the library once it is created.

To find the appropriate track, it is recommended to search using the song title and the artist’s name at the same time. The existence of many search results can be dealt with by searching for additional information, such as the album and version of the track, as well as the warning that the song may contain explicit content. The process is lengthy since the tracks have to be added one by one, but it makes it possible to ensure accuracy.

Using a Web-Based Application for Transferring Playlists

A web-based application for transferring playlists is capable of moving music from different music accounts by transferring the music catalogue. Similar to the regular application, the web-based service makes use of two steps: granting permission to access the two accounts and selecting the transfer option.

Link Your Spotify Account With Your YouTube Music Account

The user opens the migration service on a mobile browser or on a computer and selects Spotify as the source and YouTube Music as the destination. Each account must be verified through the relevant authorization process before being able to access information about the tracks selected for migration.

The application permissions must be checked before acceptance. The migration service may ask for permission to access the playlists in the destination library. After the migration has been completed, the user can check the permissions of connected applications in the settings and, if needed, revoke them.

Select the Playlists and Follow the Migration Report

As soon as both accounts have been connected, the user will need to select the playlist or playlists to be transferred.

The report shows the number of transferred, skipped, and matched tracks. The user will need to pay attention to the skipped tracks and the songs with a different title or version. It can help in analysing the work done, though verification by reviewing the playlist in the Android app will still be necessary.

How to Review and Correct Your Playlist on Android

The transferred playlist will need to be quickly analysed in YouTube Music to see whether there are any discrepancies in terms of quantities and matches. Doing this through the mobile device will help verify that the playlists are available in the account and play normally.

Make Sure the Track Count and Order Match

Open the playlist from the Library and compare the number of tracks with the original in Spotify. A lower number of tracks might indicate that some were unavailable; a larger number points to duplicates.

Search for the Missing Tracks and Correct Titles

For a skipped title, look for its name in YouTube Music and check the album where you can find it. If the track itself is not available, you can use an alternative version for your purposes. It is also possible not to include the track in the playlist if none of the options suit your needs.

A Quick Review Will Help You Keep Your Playlist

The migration service makes life easier, but rebuilding the playlist manually brings greater accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Possible to Switch Spotify Playlists to YouTube Music Without Paying Any Fee?

Certain online applications have a free option for the transition process. However, in such cases the features or limitations of the items that can be transmitted differ for each service. There is a way of rebuilding everything manually in the app and not using the service, but in this case the user will have to add the songs to the playlist one by one.

Can I Expect to See All My Liked Songs Moved to YouTube Music With Spotify Playlists?

Liked songs can be transferred only if the selected option has an enabling feature. A typical transfer process does not mean that liked songs will be included as well. It is important to check this point during the transferring.

Why Do I Have Missing Titles After the Transferring Process?

A song title can be missing because it is not listed in YouTube Music database or it is impossible to find all the details about it in the YouTube Music database.

Google has started rolling out a new update for the Pixel Buds that brings several new features, and at the same time, the company has slashed $60 off the Pixel Buds Pro 2’s price.

Last month, Google started rolling out a feature for Pixel Buds that lets users control their earbuds’ settings just by asking Gemini. While you could already ask Gemini to do things like change the volume, the new integration goes much deeper, letting you adjust the EQ, enable or disable ANC, and change other Pixel Buds settings using your voice.

Alongside that, Google has now started rolling out another sizable update for the Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and Pixel Buds 2a. One of the biggest additions for the Pixel Buds Pro 2 is Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation.

Google previously explained that Dynamic ANC automatically adjusts the noise cancellation based on the seal of the earbuds in your ears. So, if the Pixel Buds move slightly and the seal changes, the earbuds can automatically compensate and adjust the ANC accordingly. That feature is now starting to become available on the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

✅ Recommended if: You use a Pixel phone, want strong ANC and Gemini integration, like Google’s latest Pixel Buds features, or want premium wireless earbuds for under $200.

❌ Skip this deal if: You don’t use Android, want the absolute best battery life, or don’t care about Pixel-exclusive features and ecosystem integration.

Google has also added a new tap-to-mute and unmute gesture for calls. So, if you’re in an online meeting or taking a phone call, you can simply tap the surface of your Pixel Buds to quickly mute or unmute your microphone.

The Pixel Buds can now automatically pause media playback when you fall asleep as well. This feature requires a paired Pixel Watch to detect when you’ve fallen asleep, after which your earbuds can pause playback, disable touch gestures, and silence notifications.

Enhanced Live Translate is also starting to roll out. You can now leave your phone in your pocket and start translating using a gesture on the earbuds. Google says the Pixel Buds now work more seamlessly with the Google Translate app to make on-the-go translations easier.

To get these features, make sure you’re running the latest version of the Pixel Buds app and look for firmware version release_6.144. You can also manually check for the update by heading to More Settings > Firmware > Check for updates.

And if you’ve been thinking about buying the Pixel Buds Pro 2, this might be a particularly good time. Thanks to the ongoing Amazon sale, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are currently $60 off, dropping from their usual $230 price to just $170.

So, not only are you getting them for considerably less right now, but Google has also made the Pixel Buds Pro 2 noticeably more capable with the latest software update.

Purchasing cryptocurrency through an Android phone consists of three steps which are setting up a wallet, making the transaction and finally verifying if your coins have been received. It is also important to know the destination of the crypto and its costs.

This beginner guide will show you how to set up your wallet, and make your first transfer.

1. Configure a wallet that suits your needs

You have to start by selecting a wallet that is compatible with your bitcoin and network. Do not assume that your wallet will accept any digital coin. Different cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and tokens will have different reception methods.

You have to download the application from the official website of the wallet developer and verify the publisher before proceeding to download the app. After downloading the app, follow the steps provided to set up the wallet.

In case your wallet has a recovery phrase, make sure you write it somewhere safe and store it offline as anybody can access your funds using that phrase. Never provide it on any websites claiming to be your wallet provider.

2. Obtain your receiver’s address

Log in to your wallet and select the cryptocurrency you are looking to receive. Click on the Receive function to see the public address of your wallet.

Check the calculator provided along with the address. For instance, a token might also exist in other networks, so in the payment process the network chosen at checkout must match with the one accepted by your wallet.

It is advisable to use the copy button when repeating the address to avoid typing errors.

3. Choose a purchase service

Using Chrome or an alternative Android browser, go to a payment processor that allows card transactions for cryptocurrency. One way to do this is through Switchere, which describes how to complete a checkout by choosing a cryptocurrency, adding a wallet, and making a card payment.

You need to make sure that the service you choose supports your country of residence, the crypto asset you will use, and your card. It is important to check whether it works with your country, crypto asset, and card. Just because a service accepts card payments, it doesn’t mean that the transaction will be approved by your bank.

For your first purchase, make sure to buy a small amount of crypto so that you can familiarize yourself with the process without losing too much money.

4. Check the prices and proceed to checkout

Pick your crypto, payment currency, and the amount you want to buy. Verify the exchange rate, transaction fees, and the actual amount of crypto you will get. Pay attention to the network fees that may be included as part of the quote.

Also verify your bank’s policy regarding payments, as some banks may consider crypto transactions to be cash advances and start charging interest from the time of the transaction. Such costs will not be included in the service’s checkout quotation.

Proceed with identity verification and add your wallet address and card details. Follow the bank’s instructions, which may involve using the banking app or receiving a one-time code through text message. Ensure that you keep the checkout window open until you know the result of the transaction.

5. Make sure that your crypto has arrived

Payment approval and the actual transfer on the blockchain are separate processes. Your card may receive authorization even before your money reaches your wallet.

Be sure to have your order confirmation and transaction ID. Use the ID in the corresponding blockchain explorer to track your transaction. Depending on processing times and network performance, it may take some time to see your funds in your wallet.

Refresh your wallet and double-check the asset and network. If the balance is still not there, verify the order status before making another purchase. Get in touch with customer support and provide your order details, but never the recovery phrase.