Here are some of the latest tech news stories from today, October 11, 2023:

  • Google is already bringing back the software features it removed because of Sonos’ lawsuit. Google had removed some features from its smart speakers in order to comply with a court order following a patent lawsuit from Sonos. However, a judge recently ruled that Sonos had abused the patent system, and overturned the jury’s verdict. As a result, Google is now starting to bring back the features that it had removed.
  • Sony’s new PS5 with a removable disc drive launches in November. Sony has announced a new version of the PlayStation 5 that will have a removable disc drive. This will allow users to swap out discs without having to unplug the console. The new PS5 will launch in November for $499.99.
  • Samsung joins Google in RCS shaming Apple. RCS, or Rich Communication Services, is a new messaging standard that offers features like read receipts and high-quality photos and videos. RCS is already supported by most Android phones, but Apple has refused to adopt it. As a result, Google and Samsung have started a campaign to pressure Apple to support RCS.
  • Judge blasts Sonos for abusing patent system and throws out $32.5 million win against Google. In a related story, a judge has ruled that Sonos abused the patent system and has thrown out its $32.5 million win against Google. The judge found that Sonos had knowingly filed invalid patents and had engaged in other unethical behavior.

Here are some other tech news stories from today:

  • Google announced the Pixel Watch 2. The Pixel Watch 2 is Google’s latest smartwatch, and it features a new design, a faster processor, and longer battery life. The Pixel Watch 2 is now available for pre-order.
  • What does ‘ig’ mean? What to know about texting term’s various meanings. The texting term “ig” can have a few different meanings, depending on the context. Sometimes, it’s used to mean “I guess”. Other times, it’s used to mean “Instagram”. And sometimes, it’s used to mean “I don’t know”.
  • Talking Tech newsletter: Subscribe for the latest tech news The Talking Tech newsletter is a great way to stay up-to-date on the latest tech news. It’s published every day, and it covers a wide range of topics, from new product releases to industry trends.
  • Gaming community You can’t beat these Amazon Prime Day deals on Apple If you’re looking for deals on Apple products, Amazon Prime Day is a great time to shop. You can find discounts on everything from iPhones and iPads to Macs and Apple Watches.

By DSD