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The web office suite Euro-Office, driven by Nextcloud and Ionos, has released its first version.

Google lowers the cost of its cheapest AI subscription and doubling the storage volume. Additionally, there is a new tariff level with 2 TB of cloud storage.

The Prom21 expansion card from WisdPi brings USB, M.2 slots and SATA. Theoretically, it even runs on Raspberry Pis.

The Linux desktop community discussed at the Linux App Summit 2026 how to make Linux systems more secure, robust, and user-friendly.

Mazda extensively updates the CX-30 with motorcycle recognition, MRCC-TSR link, new equipment lines and a special model starting at 29,990 Euros.

Among other things, a critical kernel vulnerability threatens Windows 11. Microsoft is also closing zero-day vulnerabilities that became known at the end of May.

The Munich I Regional Court orders Google to stop making untrue claims about publishers in its AI search function.

Nextcloud expands its collaboration platform: Euro-Office as MS-Office alternative, new governance functions for authorities, and significantly more AI.

Users of Google's smartphone AI app Gemini are currently reporting increased outages. The application is not responding or displays error messages.

The Document Foundation is realigning LibreOffice. The desktop version remains the core, but apps for web browsers and smartphones are coming.

With a new online tool from Deezer, you can check if a playlist contains AI music. It supports around 20 streaming services.

China plans to invest around $295 billion in state-run AI data centers over five years, focusing primarily on domestic chips.

Users of Samsung's Galaxy smartphones are reporting overheating devices and drastically reduced battery life after installing recent updates.

Apple rarely uses the word "agentic." This is changing with the Passwords app, which will soon be able to navigate the web on its own.

20 years of asking and discussing show a lot of patience, but they have also made us tired – tired and angry. There seems to be no patience left.

With macOS 27, Apple's x86 era is over. At least patches are expected to be available for a longer period. How complete they are – unclear.

According to a BearingPoint study, spending on digital subscriptions is rising to an average of 62 euros per month. One in five households pays over 100 euros.

Arista presents the 7060XE7 series: high-performance switches optimized for AI backend networks with optional liquid cooling.

Twelve produces synthetic aviation fuel from CO₂ and water using electricity from renewable energies in the Airplant One.

Missed opportunity: Instead of version 1.00, PowerToys 0.100 have been released. They bring a new keyboard shortcut overview and improved Power Display.

Alongside bug fixes, Beta 4 of Android 17 QPR1 includes a few new features.

Over 130,000 consumers have registered for the class action lawsuit against Amazon's 2022 Prime price increase. The refund could be up to 60 euros.

KTM faces accusations of illegally selling de-throttled sport enduro bikes. The debate raises questions about homologation and the role of dealers.

As part of ongoing cost-cutting, Ubisoft is closing studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade. Up to 380 jobs are affected.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is using an all-electric tow tractor to tow passenger aircraft to the runway with largely emission-free operation.

Microsoft's gaming division faces major restructuring: Xbox plans layoffs in July, according to Bloomberg. Internal memo paints a grim picture of the situation.

EssilorLuxottica is setting up production lines for smart glasses in Italy. This could give the group and technology partner Meta a significant advantage.

The price screw must not get out of hand with the next generation of game consoles, says the Xbox CEO. She expects completely new business models soon.

South Korean chip manufacturer SK Hynix is aiming for a US stock market listing, possibly as early as August. Approval could come in a few days.