Laurent Giret
Laurent is a Senior News Editor helping Paul Thurrott with daily tech news coverage since 2022. He's been writing about the technology industry for 10 years, mainly focusing on Big Tech companies. He also was the Editorial Manager of the Petri IT Knowledgebase from 2022 to 2023. You can follow Laurent on LinkedIn, Threads, X (Twitter), Bluesky, and Mastodon.
Laurent Giret’s Recent Posts
Android Earthquake Alerts Are Expanding to Over 200 Regions
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- Oct 16, 2026
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Google is expanding Android earthquake alerts to more than 200 regions worldwide. The system's "Be Ready"…
Google Launches Universal Shopping Cart in the US
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- Oct 16, 2026
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Google's new Universal Cart allows Google Search and Gemini users in the US to save…
Google is Reportedly Exploring New Audiobooks Feature for YouTube Premium
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- Oct 15, 2026
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Google is reportedly looking into how to bring audiobooks to YouTube. The company is considering…
Asus’ ROG Xbox Ally X20 is Now Available for $1,299
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- Oct 15, 2026
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Asus is launching today the ROG Xbox Ally X20, a $1,299 version of the existing…
Microsoft Highlights Windows 11’s Latest Quality Improvements, Including New Photos App
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- Oct 15, 2026
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Microsoft revealed today a redesigned version of its Photos app for Windows 11 that brings…
YouTube Music Adds Labels to AI-Generated Tracks
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 15, 2026
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YouTube Music is the latest music streaming service to introduce new labels for AI-generated music.
Xbox to Release Pocketable Nano Controller in November
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 14, 2026
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Microsoft revealed today a smaller Xbox Nano Controller designed for younger players and people looking…
WhatsApp Calls Now Supports Guests Without an Account
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 14, 2026
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WhatsApp is adding support for guest calling today, allowing people without a WhatsApp account to…
‘Ask YouTube’ Conversational Search Experience is Now Available on Mobile
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 14, 2026
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The ‘Ask YouTube’ conversational search experience that Google started rolling out to US users earlier…
GTA VI is Reportedly Coming to PC in Q1 2027
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 14, 2026
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Rockstar Games is reportedly targeting a Q1 2027 release window for the PC version of…
Google’s Gemini 4 Argon Model Comes to the Gemini App for AI Pro and Ultra Subscribers
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 13, 2026
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Google’s new Gemini 4 Argon model is now available in the Gemini app for Google…
Apple’s $149 HomePod mini 2 Adds Siri AI Support, New Apple TV and Mac Integrations
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 13, 2026
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Apple's $149 HomePod mini 2 introduces new synergies with Macs and the 4th gen Apple…
Apple TV 4K Gets a Built-in Mic and Siri AI Support, But It’s Now $299
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 13, 2026
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The fourth generation its Apple TV 4K media player is coming on November 13 with…
Apple Launches Collection of Smart Home Accessories From LG and Schneider Electric
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 13, 2026
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Apple partnered with LG and Schneider Electric to co-develop the Apple Home Collection, which includes…
Apple’s $299 HomeView Smart Display Launches On November 13 in Select Markets
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 13, 2026
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Apple’s first smart display is called the HomeView, and it will launch in select markets…
Google Fitbit Air Gets Better Automatic Activity Tracking and New Premium Features
- Laurent Giret
- Oct 12, 2026
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Google's screenless Fitbit Air fitness tracker is getting improved automatic workout detection, new Health Guardian…