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watchOS 12 will be announced on June 9It may have a new name, however, in line with reports Apple is changing the numbers on its OS releasesBelow are three features I think we'll see this yearApple's WWDC 2025 event is coming in a matter of days, and while this conference is usually focused on developers, I'm expecting big things from iOS, MacOS, iPadOS and, yes, watchOS – the operating system used to power Apple Watches.While we'll have to wait for September for new models to add to our best Apple Watches list – Apple almost never debuts this sort of hardware at WWDC – we're likely to see a host of new software features.While watchOS is hardly ever Apple’s main focus for its developer-focused events, it still gets a chunk of time dedicated to it every year. Below are three features I expect to see announced for the future Apple Watch platform.Before we start:It’s worth noting while most people are expecting this year’s release to be called watchOS 12, there’s every chance Apple mixes things up somewhat.In recent weeks, Bloomberg has suggested our devices will be running iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and so forth, with future releases adhering to this new naming convention.Will we be using watchOS 26 from September, when it's released to the public? We’ll soon find out.1. Apple Intelligence on Apple Watch(Image credit: Anna Hoychuk / Shutterstock)Response to last year’s Apple Intelligence big reveal was somewhat tepid, and some reports have painted a picture of a company struggling to gain a foothold in the AI age.That makes June 9’s showing very important to show that Apple can run with the seriously AI-focused tech giants such as Google and OpenAI. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has suggested it’s possible –at least in branding – for Apple Intelligence to arrive on watchOS in a limited capacity.The Bloomberg report linked above suggested Apple “is branding a new set [of] features as 'powered by Apple Intelligence’ (even though the device isn’t actually running the AI models directly).”That latter point is key because it could mean your current Apple Watch is able to run some of these “Apple Intelligence” features without needing to splurge on a future model.There is reportedly a trifecta of features planned; Genmoji creation on a user’s wrist, notification summaries planned for widgets on your Apple Watch, while Siri could see an Apple Intelligence-style refresh. However, this reworking of Siri won't be to the extent Apple promised for the iPhone last year.2. A redesigned, Solarium inspired UI (Image credit: Apple/Future)It wasn’t all that long ago that Apple shook up watchOS with its watchOS 10 update, offering widget stacks reminiscent of the best Garmin watches' UI. Now, rumor has it we could get a broader visual overhaul that encompasses just about every platform, including watchOS, iOS and even MacOS.Multiple reports have suggested that Apple will use a new design language that’s internally referred to as ‘Solarium’, with a much brighter design, possibly with increased window transparency.It’s been tipped for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. We’re curious to see how the latter works, though, especially since watchOS has always been set against a black backdrop. Color us intrigued.3. An exercise highlight(Image credit: Getty Images / Javier Zayas Photography)Apple loves to showcase one exercise in the upcoming OS where it can, releasing a bunch of new features to excite fans. We’ve seen a big focus on running in watchOS 9 and cycling for watchOS 10 in the past, but where could Apple go next?We’d love to see a way to track strength workouts within Apple’s own ecosystem: gymgoers are crying out for more ways to make the most of their Apple Watches. However, our money is on something set outdoors.Rumors have suggested an Apple Watch Ultra 3 is incoming this year, so we’d be very surprised if Apple doesn’t push the rugged durability, GPS capabilities and longer-lasting battery of the Apple Watch Ultra series in some regard.A marathon? A triathlon? What about rucking – the trendy exercise consisting of walking with a weighted backpack? We’ll find out on June 9.You might also like...Garmin's long-rumored Whoop-style screenless 'sleep band' will reportedly break cover soonWe may have some information on incoming smartwatches from Android phone and tablet maker HMDI tried this armband-style Coros heart rate monitor to free me from the shackles of smartwatches

Barclays has reportedly agreed to purchase over 100k Copilot licensesMicrosoft has signed multiple similar deals with other companies like SiemensThe firm is set to invest $80 billion into AI this year aloneMicrosoft recently announced in a town hall meeting that it has signed an agreement with Barclays bank, in which it will provide 100,000 Copilot AI assistance licenses.Microsoft’s Chief Commercial Officer Judson Althoff recently revealed to company town hall attendants, “multiple dozen” customers have over 100,000 Copilot users, including Volkswagen, Siemens, and Toyota - deals which could each bring in tens of millions per year for Microsoft.The official price of a single license is $30 per month, but large deals such as the rumored Barclays agreement are likely to come with a discount.Spending billions, making millionsMicrosoft has invested heavily into AI, and is forecast to spend $80 billion on the technology in 2025, and the tens of millions made in these deals are unlikely to make a dent into the firm’s spending.The company refused to comment on the Barclays deal when asked by The Register - TechRadar Pro has asked seperately.The two companies have a history of working together, with The Register noting they agreed a multi-year deal for Microsoft Teams usage back in August 2022.Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has emphasized a focus on user engagement over pure sales statistics, and despite remaining profitable, Microsoft has announced largescale layoffs, with between 6,000 and 7,000 jobs worldwide expected to be cut - equating to almost 3% of the firm’s workforce - just two years after 10,000 personnel were made redundant (5% of the workforce)."We continue to implement organizational changes necessary to best position the company for success in a dynamic marketplace," a company spokesperson confirmed.“This was not about people failing. It was about repositioning for what comes next,” Nadella said at the time, who went on to stress that where Copilot is concerned, “adoption is key” - arguing that organisations need to fully integrate the assistant technology into their daily workflows in order to unlock its full potential.Via BloombergYou might also likeTake a look at our picks for the best AI tools aroundCheck out our choice for best antivirus softwareGenerative AI isn't biting into wages, replacing workers, and isn't saving time, economists say

Despite Honda teasing a number of all-electric motorcycle concepts at several shows, including last year’s EICMA event in Italy, it has yet to fully commit to electrification and put something meaty into production.That is all about to change, as its collaboration with Chinese bike-maker Wuyang has resulted in the Wuyang-Honda WH8000D, or the first production electric motorcycle from the famous Japanese two-wheel specialist.Granted, Honda-badged electric scooters have come before this, but the WH8000D, which will likely be called the E-VO in its domestic Chinese market, is the first to resemble a 'proper' motorcycle.Taking inspiration from the gorgeous RC-E concept bike that appeared at the 2011 Tokyo motor show, the E-VO boasts retro-futuristic cafe racer styling, with a neat round headlight, sporty fairing, rear-set footpegs and slightly dropped handlebars.It’s a little awkward to look at and not quite as handsome as the 1960s GP bike-influences of the aforementioned concept, but it is arguably more impressive than the step-through electric scooters that have so far rolled out of Honda production facilities.Despite adopting the air of a larger capacity machine, the E-VO is designed to compete with 125cc combustion engine motorcycles, as the motor it uses boasts a peak power of 15.3 kW – or around 20bhp, according to Electrek.This means that the top speed will be limited to around 68mph to 75mph in the lightest models, although Wuyang-Honda suggests it can accelerate from rest to around 30 mph (city traffic speeds) in just 2.8 seconds .The second sticky issue is the battery capacities and charging speeds, as it will be offered in China in either 4.1 or 6.2 kWh guises. The former offers around 74 miles of range but weighs a portly 143kg.There is also a heavier triple battery pack option that sees the range climb to 105 miles, but charging takes around 2.5 hours on a standard domestic outlet or about 90 minutes on a low-power Level 2 EV charger. There’s no option to fast charge the motorcycle.However, battery swap technology is becoming increasingly popular in China (and further afield), with Cycle World suggesting that the E-VO could well take advantage of something like Honda’s existing Mobile Power Pack e swappable tech.This would allow users to either remove the batteries and charge them away from the bike, but also swap them for fully charged units at dedicated stations.But if that sort of convenience doesn't exist, the Wuyang-Honda becomes a vehicle that is really only good for short commutes – something that can easily be tackled by a more affordable and more convenient ICE scooter.Bang for the yuan(Image credit: Wuyang-Honda)Despite looking slightly odd, not packing particularly punchy performance, offering relatively meager range and slow charging speeds, the Honda-Wuyang E-VO comes fitted with some impressive technology for the money.According to Electrek, prices start at 29,999 yuan, or about $4,500 / £3,100 / AU$6,465 for the 4.1 kWh version, and 36,999 yuan (about $5,100 / £3,811 / AU$7,970) for the 6.2 kWh triple-pack version.However, the bikes come complete with two 7-inch TFT displays that take care of instrumentation, as well as some infotainment duties. There are also built-in front and rear dash cams for added safety.Throw in the 'big bike' inverted front forks, disc brakes and adjustable levers and it starts to look like an impressive package for the money, but it will likely be a lot more expensive should it be primed for global sales.This is where smaller-capacity EVs like this don’t really make much financial sense, as their combustion engine counterparts are more convenient, offer similar performance and generally cost less. Take the Maeving RM-1, Super Soco’s TC Max and Kawasaki’s Ninja Z e-1 as good examples of this.But a wider range of electric motorcycles are on the horizon, with Royal Enfield hoping to be among the first major manufacturers to offer low-cost electrified two-wheel transport when its Flying Flea model eventually goes on sale in early 2026.You might also likeI rode the new Maeving RM1S – and it's the first truly convincing 125cc electric motorbike I've triedRoyal Enfield has turned this classic WW2 bike into a next-gen EV range – and it might just take electric motorcycles mainstreamHonda unveils a series of sleek EVs for China and they're way more exciting than anything we get in the rest of the world

There's a big Anker sale on Amazon that covers several well-regarded power banks and charging accessories. This includes the 737 portable laptop charger, which is just $88. That's the best deal of the bunch, as the price represents a 41 percent discount.

The 737 is a 24,000mAh charger that can juice up a laptop, but also works with other devices like smartphones, tablets and virtual reality headsets. The design is similar to our favorite premium power bank. This one, however, includes a trio of ports, making it a great option for multi-device charging.

Anker says the battery is large enough to charge an iPhone 16 Pro over four times before requiring a refill. Beefier devices, like the newest iPad Pro or MacBook Pro, will get just over a single charge. This is a portable device, with a nice form factor that makes it easy to pack. However, it is on the heavier side.

The Anker MagGo 621 magnetic charger is also on sale for $30, which is a discount of 25 percent. This one attaches to the back of a smartphone to provide more juice. The deal applies to multiple colorways.

The Anker MagGo 3 in 1 charging station is a nice little accessory for a nightstand. It's on sale for $84, which is a discount of 24 percent. It's not portable, as it plugs into the wall, but it accommodates an iPhone, AirPods and an Apple Watch all at the same time. I have one and it really does cut down on cable clutter.

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