Tech news — September 23, 2026

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1. TechSoftwareSemiconductorsAI SafetyPrivacy

   Sep 23, 2026, 23:23 UTC

   

   Meta Connect 2026: Mark Zuckerberg's Keynote Today

   Meta Connect 2026 kicks off today with a keynote by Mark Zuckerberg at 7 PM ET. Expect announcements about next-gen glasses, including possible camera-free models, Project Phoenix mixed-reality headset, new Muse AI updates, and more details on Meta's broader AI strategy. The event can be watched live on Meta's official pages on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

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2. TechHardware

   Sep 23, 2026, 17:55 UTC

   

   New Mac mini Drops Support for Aftermarket Storage Upgrades

   Apple's new M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini models have reverted to soldering the internal SSD to the logic board, ending the ability to upgrade storage after purchase. This change affects both the base 256GB configuration, which also delivers slower SSD speeds compared to higher-capacity models.

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3. TechSoftwareHardwareTelecomAR/VR

   Sep 23, 2026, 10:48 UTC

   

   Rainbow Six Siege's New Creative Director Teases Rewards for Loyal Players

   The new creative director of Rainbow Six Siege has hinted at special rewards for players who remain loyal to the game during the upcoming release of GTA 6. He also revealed that Season 4 will be launched around the same time as GTA 6, with some unannounced surprises in store.

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4. TechSemiconductors

   Sep 23, 2026, 10:19 UTC

   

   Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Extreme Gen 6

   Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, its latest flagship chips built on a 2nm process. Both feature two prime cores up to 5GHz, six performance cores, and improved AI capabilities. The Extreme variant offers additional AI functions for the GPU. Key features include 8K60fps video capture, 4K240fps, triple 64MP camera support, and 5G speeds up to 14.8 Gbps. Major Android manufacturers like Xiaomi, Honor, and iQOO have committed to using these chips.

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5. TechSemiconductors

   Sep 23, 2026, 00:31 UTC

   Yak-130M Aircraft Effective Against Enemy UAVs

   Rostec reports that the modernized Yak-130M aircraft has proven effective in destroying enemy strike UAVs. The aircraft's enhanced capabilities include an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar for long-range detection, an electro-optical system for night operations, and a self-defense system against air threats. Its maneuverability and obedience at various speeds are also highlighted.

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