Wall Street analysts have issued a series of upgrades and downgrades for various companies, with notable upgrades for Medtronic, Saia, Allegiant Travel, Stryker, and Brinker, and downgrades for Shopify, Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Halliburton, Phillips 66, Lennar, D.R. Horton, and Wells Fargo, reflecting changing market sentiments and outlooks for 2026.
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland will be shut down starting June for about five years to undergo major upgrades to increase its collision capacity, with the goal of enabling more advanced experiments. During this period, CERN is also planning the development of the Future Circular Collider, a much larger and more powerful accelerator, although its future is uncertain due to high costs and scientific debates. The LHC's shutdown is part of ongoing efforts to deepen our understanding of fundamental physics, including the universe's origins.
A tipster reveals 10 anticipated upgrades for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, including a new energy-efficient display, improved cameras with wider apertures, faster charging at 60W, a more powerful processor, and a potentially larger battery, with the device expected to be unveiled around February 25th.
The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to upgrade a new Mac, highlighting essential accessories such as the Logitech MX Master 4S mouse, Satechi desk mat, OWC Thunderbolt 5 dock, and various Apple and HomeKit products to enhance productivity and desk organization.
A Counterpoint Research report predicts that in 2026, smartphone prices will rise by up to 6.9% due to surging memory costs, while shipments decline by 2.1%. This increase in costs is likely to lead manufacturers to cut features like RAM and reduce the availability of budget options, making new phones more expensive and less feature-rich, which may impact consumers' upgrade plans.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to have minimal upgrades over the S25 Ultra, notably retaining a 5,000 mAh battery instead of increasing capacity, and possibly limiting display performance to save power, which may disappoint fans seeking significant improvements in battery life and display quality.
Framework Computer has upgraded its Laptop 16 with AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors and optional GeForce RTX 5070 graphics, offering improved performance and modularity, with benchmarks and Linux testing now available.
Wall Street analysts issued various research calls on Monday, with notable upgrades for Alphabet, Apple, Eli Lilly, Expedia, Paylocity, Sunrun, Teradata, AMD, Hasbro, Pfizer, and SPX Technologies, and downgrades for CarMax, HubSpot, JD.com. The market experienced a positive start amid ongoing earnings season and hopes for a government shutdown resolution, though tech stocks faced volatility. Oil, gold, and cryptocurrencies showed mixed performance, with gold reclaiming the $4,000 level and Bitcoin rebounding after a dip.
The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature significant upgrades including a hole-punch camera, variable aperture main camera, transparent back design, and a steel case battery for the Pro Max model, making it a highly anticipated flagship for 2026.
SEGA announced Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will be released on December 4, 2025, featuring technical upgrades, new dimensions, a large character roster, customizable vehicles, and multiple gameplay modes, with a digital release first and physical version in early 2026.
Dodge is showcasing a Mopar-upgraded version of its gas-powered Charger Sixpack at SEMA, featuring new wheels, carbon-fiber accents, interior enhancements, and performance tweaks, while maintaining its 550 horsepower turbocharged inline-six engine.
The upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature significant upgrades including a new M14 OLED display with AI privacy toggle, regional chip variations with Snapdragon and Exynos options, a redesigned camera island, thinner body, faster 60W wired charging, Qi2 wireless charging, and a 200MP main camera with potential sensor and aperture improvements. The S Pen may also receive a design update, though its presence remains uncertain.
Max Verstappen led the practice session in Mexico with an upgraded Red Bull, demonstrating strong pace despite challenging track conditions, as teams tested new setups and upgrades.
The new iPad Pro features the M5 chip with significant performance improvements, along with six other upgrades including increased RAM, custom chips for Wi-Fi and cellular, faster SSD speeds, external display support, and fast charging, making it a notable update in Apple's tablet lineup.