Merge 104.8 | 28 June 2026
Microsoft has extended security updates for Windows 10 until October 2027, as long as you sign in with a Microsoft account. The extended support program was originally planned to run only until October this year, but Microsoft has since updated its support page to confirm the new end date is now October next year.
According to a new report from Fortune, AI-powered wearables like smart glasses could replace smartphones as our primary personal devices within the next 10 years. This prediction reflects a growing belief that today’s smartphones weren’t designed for the next generation of artificial intelligence. Instead of waiting for apps to open or typing questions, future AI assistants are expected to help us see, hear, and respond to the world around us in real time.
Commodore is launching a new flip phone called the Callback 8020, which blocks social media and web browsers. The device has no AI and comes pre-loaded with games like Snake and a selection of Commodore 64 titles to provide light entertainment instead. It is being made for people who want fewer digital distractions.