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Technology news for today, Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

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Here is the latest technology news for today, Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

The world’s biggest tech show is underway, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating every keynote.¹

Intel’s “Panther Lake” Launch: Intel officially launched its Core Ultra Series 3 processors.² These are the first chips built on their advanced “Intel 18A” process, promising massive battery life improvements (up to 27 hours).³ Laptops with these chips go on pre-order today.⁴
Nvidia’s AI Push: CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote focused heavily on new AI models and infrastructure, cementing Nvidia’s pivot from just “graphics” to a full-stack AI company.⁵
Dell Revives XPS: Dell has brought back the XPS 14 with a major redesign.⁶ Notably, they have ditched the controversial touch bar in favor of a traditional row of physical function keys.
LG’s “Wallpaper” TV: LG unveiled the OLED evo W6, an ultra-thin TV measuring just 9mm thick, alongside a new autonomous home robot named CLOiD that can supposedly help with laundry.⁷
Boston Dynamics: The humanoid Atlas robot made its live public debut, showing off autonomous movement and battery-swapping capabilities.⁸

A massive day for smartphone launches in the Indian market.

Redmi Note 15 5G Launch: Xiaomi is launching the Redmi Note 15 5G in India today.⁹ Key specs include a 108MP main camera, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, and a 5,520mAh battery.¹⁰ They are also launching the Redmi Pad 2 Pro.¹¹
Realme 16 Pro Series: Direct rival Realme is also launching its 16 Pro series today.¹² The top-end model boasts a 200MP main sensor and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, running on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4.¹³
Startup Policy Change: The Indian Government has relaxed the mandatory “3-year existence” rule for deep-tech startups.¹⁴ This allows newer startups to get DSIR recognition and funding sooner.
Apple’s Milestone: It was confirmed today that Apple exported $50 billion worth of iPhones from India in 2025, marking a huge shift in global manufacturing.¹⁵

Sony PS6 Delayed: Reports suggest the PlayStation 6 launch may be pushed back further than expected due to rising memory costs and AI-driven supply chain pressure.¹⁶
Starlink Safety: SpaceX announced plans to lower the orbit of all Starlink satellites in 2026 to improve space safety and reduce orbital debris risks.¹⁷