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Tech giant Apple announced a short while ago this afternoon (Monday 20th April, 2026) that current Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tim Cook, will become Executive Chairman of Apple’s Board of Directors and John Ternus, Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, will become Apple’s next CEO, effective on 1st September, 2026. Apple said the transition, which was approved unanimously by the Board of Directors, follows a “thoughtful, long-term succession planning process.” Pictured Above: Next Apple CEO John Ternus. In a Media Release this afternoon, Apple said, “Cook will continue in his role as CEO through the summer as he works closely with Ternus on a smooth transition. As Executive Chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.” “It has been the greatest privilege of my life to be the CEO of Apple and to have been trusted to lead such an extraordinary company. I love Apple with all of my being, and I am so gra...

Streaming giant Netflix is once again increasing its prices, with all plans set to receive a hike of US $1 to US $2, effective from today (Thursday 26th March, 2026) for both new and existing subscribers. According to reports, the ad-supported plan is now US $8.99 per month , up from US $7.99/month, while the Standard plan is US $19.99 per month , up from US $17.99 per month. Meanwhile, the company's most expensive Premium plan is US $26.99 per month , up from US $24.99 per month. Extra member add-on pricing is also increasing by US $1. New members will see the higher prices today, with the pricing rolling out to existing subscribers in the coming weeks. Subscribers will receive an alert one (1) month before the new prices are applied to them. In a statement issued to Variety , Netflix said that it is updating its pricing because it delivers more value to customers.  “Our approach remains the same: We continue offering a range of prices and plans to meet a variety of needs, and as...

In a significant step toward strengthening Trinidad and Tobago's digital security and resilience, the Ministry of Homeland Security and the Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Cyber Security Cooperation on Friday (13th March, 2026). In a Media Release, the Ministry said, “The MOU establishes a framework for cooperation between the Ministry of Homeland Security, through the Trinidad and Tobago Cyber Security Incident Response Team (TT-CSIRT), and the Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT), an agency under the Ministry of Public Administration and Artificial Intelligence (MPAAI). The agreement strengthens coordination in cyber threat information sharing, technical collaboration, and cyber incident response to support Trinidad and Tobago's national cyber security priorities.” The signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Homeland Security, Tower C, International Waterfront Complex, Wright...

Effective from Tuesday 17th March, 2026, all passengers landing in and departing from Piarco International and ANR International Airports, Trinidad and Tobago, are advised that the completion of an online immigration and customs form will be in effect. In a Notice issued today (Saturday 14th March, 2026), Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) advises that passengers arriving into and departing from Trinidad and Tobago from Tuesday 17th March, 2026 are required to complete their Arrival/Departure (AD) form using the website: https://travel.gov.tt . The form is now live, ahead of the full launch on Tuesday. Digital forms may be completed within seventy-two (72) hours of arrival or departure. CAL notes that Airport Customer Service Representatives will be on hand to provide support with completing the form and offer any additional guidance required. Please be guided accordingly.

Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) is advising that passengers travelling on Saturday (14th March, 2026) on specific flights , will be required to complete the T&T digital Arrival/Departure (AD) form via https://travel.gov.tt as authorities at the Airport are testing the online immigration and customs platform. In a Notice issued today (Thursday 12th March, 2026), CAL said the link will be accessible from Saturday (14th March, 2026) and passengers on these test flights are to complete their AD forms on the date of travel. The specific Caribbean Airlines flights are as follows: BW 527 and BW 431 arriving at POS. BW 240 departing POS. Caribbean Airlines notes that the digital process is being piloted; therefore, passengers will still be required to complete the paper immigration form until the digital process is fully on stream. Please be guided accordingly.

UPDATE:  In a statement following the launch, Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, said, “Trinidad and Tobago is moving forward and keeping pace with the digital age. An Online Arrival and Departure Card Platform will be implemented, making travel into and out of our country faster and more efficient. Additionally, the laws of Trinidad and Tobago will be available online, giving citizens, businesses and the wider public easier access to important legal information.” The Prime Minister added, “These initiatives mark another step in modernizing our systems, improving access to information and delivering more efficient public services.” EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated with additional details.   The Ministry of Homeland Security officially launched Trinidad and Tobago's Online Arrival/Departure Card (ADC) Platform at a media event held at 11:00 AM this morning (Wednesday 11th March, 2026) at its Headquarters at Tower C, International Water...

Samsung announced its full lineup of Galaxy S26 phones at its Unpacked event today (Wednesday 25th February, 2026), along with the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. The brand launches new phones and earbuds in February, having done so consistently for over five (5) years. All the new products are available for pre-order today, and launch officially on 11th March, 2026. The Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra now start at 256GB of storage (up from 128GB on the S25 and S25 Plus), and have a new internal chip for faster performance in all tasks, including new AI software features. The S26 and S26 Plus feature a few minor hardware upgrades. The S26 has a slightly larger battery (4,300 mAh, up from 4,000), while the S26 Plus has slightly faster wireless charging. The storage increase to 256GB, up from 128GB last year, means that they are US $100 more expensive than before, with retail prices of US $899 and US $1,099, respectively. As for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the big new f...

Telecommunications provider Bmobile said it is aware that some mobile customers are unable to access data services at this time. In a Service Advisory issued at approximately 7:15 PM tonight (Saturday 21st February, 2026), the company said, “We are aware that some of our mobile customers are currently unable to access data services. Our team is actively investigating and working to restore service as quickly as possible.” Bmobile added, “We sincerely apologize for the disruption and appreciate your patience and understanding while we resolve the issue.” More on this as it becomes available.  This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.

The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is prepared to consider legislation to regulate social media use for children under the age of twelve (12). This was revealed by Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, in a statement issued on X late last night (Tuesday 20th January, 2026). According to the Prime Minister, “I have taken note of media reports in which Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon called for laws to protect children from the predatory dangers of social media. His concerns are valid. Our children must be safeguarded from harm. However, any blanket ban on adults would amount to an unacceptable encroachment on freedom of speech and expression. My Government is prepared to consider legislation to regulate social media use for children under the age of 12. This is not without precedent. Across the world, Governments are examining and implementing measures to protect children in an increasingly hostile digital environment.” Mrs. Persad-Bissessar added, “Social med...

An online immigration and customs form will be officially launching soon in Trinidad and Tobago for persons flying in and out of the country. This marks a significant shift away from traditional paper forms to a digital system for immigration and customs processing. The new Trinidad and Tobago Online Arrival/Departure Platform — available at  travel.gov.tt — went live temporarily on Sunday (21st December, 2025), but as of today (Tuesday 23rd December, 2025), visiting the link shows the following message: “Launching soon! By the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.” The website previously said all passengers are required to complete the online immigration and customs form, which will be available seventy-two (72) hours prior to their arrival/departure. Passengers should fill in the form at a time and place convenient to them.  Once the form is completed, they should save the immigration and customs receipts to their mobile device or have them printed in orde...

First Citizens Bank (FCB) has officially introduced Google Pay to Trinidad and Tobago, marking the first-ever launch of the service in the country. In a Media Release on Wednesday (3rd December, 2025), FCB said, “This milestone reinforces First Citizens’ position as a leader in digital banking and innovation, delivering faster, safer, and more convenient payment experiences for customers and merchants.” With this launch, First Citizens’ credit card holders can now make payments directly from their Android phones or smart devices , transforming everyday transactions with a simple tap. “As a forward-thinking financial institution, First Citizens is proud to deliver Google Pay to Trinidad and Tobago, elevating the way our customers pay through smarter, safer, and frictionless digital experiences,” said Jason Julien, Group CEO, First Citizens. “This launch reaffirms our commitment to advancing the nation’s digital transformation and delivering world-class banking experiences that seamlessl...

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg just shared Meta's third quarter earnings report this afternoon (Wednesday 29th October, 2025). The company reported revenue of US $51.24 billion, beating Wall Street's estimates of US $49.5 billion. Earnings per share of the social media giant and AI hyperscaler, however, came in at US $6.03, compared to estimates for US $6.72. The stock fell more than 9% in after-hours trading. In a Facebook post shortly after the earnings call, Zuckerberg said, “We're very focused on building personal superintelligence for everyone, and delivering the app experiences and computing devices that will improve the lives of billions of people around the world.”  Below is the transcript of what Zuckerberg said on the call: “We had another strong quarter -- with 3.5 billion people using at least one of our apps every day. Instagram hit a major milestone with 3 billion monthly actives. We're seeing good momentum across our other apps as well, including Threads which ...

Nvidia  ( NVDA )  just became the world’s first $5 trillion company, reaching the unprecedented milestone at the opening of the stock market today (Wednesday 29th October, 2025). This comes just three (3) months after the company crossed the $4 trillion mark, in July. Nvidia previously took about thirteen (13) months to move from $3 trillion to $4 trillion in valuation. The company’s market valuation has propelled into the stratosphere due to skyrocketing demand for its AI chips, which are essential to powering the data centers that run the technology. Nvidia’s shares rose 3% after the market opened today, on hopes that discussions between United States President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will open up China’s market to Nvidia’s high-end AI chips.  Nvidia stock has gained about 50% in 2025 and has been near or at the top of the S&P 500’s best-performing stocks for years as investment in artificial intelligence continues to fuel the chipmaker’s meteoric...

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Apple has arguably released its biggest operating software overhaul for iPhone, ever, with the public release of iOS 26 on Monday (15th September, 2025), which sees the introduction of a new design language called “Liquid Glass,” along with hundreds of new features and changes when compared to iOS 18. Yes , Apple has jumped from iOS 18 to iOS 26, to reflect the year, much like the auto industry does with its updated car models. Many “normies” ( normal people, not tech-obsessed like this writer ) have been wondering if their iPhones are compatible with iOS 26. The answer is “probably yes,” unless you have an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or earlier. See a list of all the compatible iPhones that can upgrade to iOS 26 below: iPhone 17 iPhone Air iPhone 17 Pro iPhone 17 Pro Max iPhone 16e  iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus  iPhone 16 Pro  iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus  iPhone 15 Pro  iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus  iPhone 14 Pro  iPho...

Apple’s long-awaited and highly-anticipated iPhone 17 “Awe Dropping” event is finally here, with a year of rumors ( some credible, most bogus ) now behind us. The festivities kicks off today (Tuesday 9th September, 2025) at 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT) — when Apple is expected to unveil new iPhone models (iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max), as well as a host of new wearables such as the  Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and AirPods Pro 3 . There may even be some additional surprise products announced ( new HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K? ) Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.  Tap the ❤️ and we’ll send you a reminder on event day. pic.twitter.com/o5sI2sdkwO — Apple (@Apple) August 26, 2025 If you’re here to watch the live stream, you can do so below at 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT).   If you’re looking for a brief overview of the very latest rumors of what we can expect at this iPhone 17 event, scroll d...

If you’re looking for the very latest rumor roundup of what we can expect at the iPhone 17 “Awe Dropping” event, which begins at  1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT) today ( Tuesday 9th September, 2025) , you’ve hit the jackpot.  ( P.S. You can watch the live stream of the event right here ). New iPhone 17 Models Aside from the expected iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple is rumored to announce a replacement for the Plus model this year — a new super-thin model dubbed the “iPhone 17 Air.” Instead of getting a bigger version of the base iPhone 17 model, we could therefore get something that has an identity of its own. Leaks suggest the iPhone 17 Air will measure in somewhere between 5mm and 6mm of thickness. That would make it Apple's slimmest iPhone yet, putting it in direct competition with the recently-released Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, which is only 5.8mm thick. iPhone 17 Displays Below are the rumored display sizes for each new iPhone 17 model: iPhone 17: 6.3-inch iP...