T‑Mobile to charge $5 monthly for Apple iPhone Handoff
Apple’s iPhone Handoff shares one number across two iPhones; it arrives with iOS 27 and costs $5 a month for
Apple will launch the iPhone Handoff feature with iOS 27 later this month. Handoff lets a single phone number operate on two iPhones simultaneously. At launch, the feature will be available only to T‑Mobile subscribers in the United States and will add a $5 per month charge to their plans. The cost and carrier limitation were disclosed in reports from multiple tech outlets.
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Satellite firms still seek boutique launch services
Several satellite operators continue to pursue dedicated, small‑scale launch services despite the growth of larger, rideshare options. Industry sources say a "dedicated launch is pretty essential for us for most of our missions," highlighting the need for precise orbital placement and schedule control that boutique providers can offer.
Ars Technica
Mecka AI nears $500 million valuation in Sequoia‑led round
AI startup Mecka AI is close to a $500 million valuation after securing a financing round led by Sequoia Capital. The two‑year‑old company, which focuses on generating training data for robotics, is raising the round months after completing its Series A. The investment reflects heightened market interest in robot‑training data solutions.
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