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• Broadcom gives 1,500 of its 2,000 biggest customers back to channel partners
• The company hopes partners will be able to offer customers better deals
• It’s all in an effort to stop losing VMware customers

According to new information revealed by Ars Technica, Broadcom has reversed its plans to take its 2,000 biggest customers directly, instead taking just 500 and leaving channel partners to pick up the rest.

It’s believed that Broadcom is branding the change as one that will drive additional value for money to customers through partner-driven deals, which it hopes will keep customers using its services rather than looking to migrate.

Since its acquisition of VMware a little over a year ago, Broadcom has caused uproar in the virtualization world by implementing a series of changes it said were meant to simplify its portfolio, but the reality has been increased costs for many customers.

Broadcom giving VMware deals back to partners

Some of the changes affecting customers have included the company’s decision to end perpetual licenses and move to subscription-based models, the bundling of multiple products into fewer (and more expensive, in some cases) SKUs, and the termination of the channel partner program.

Broadcom’s decision to reintroduce channel partners is likely a strategic move to help it maintain business and not lose any more customers.

The firm said in a statement: “We announced a program that is currently in development to offer qualified VCF customers a 15 percent professional service entitlement of their annual contract value to access partner-delivered or Broadcom professional services. This will help customers improve both time to value and ROI.”

Speaking about the change, Canalys Chief Analyst Alastair Edwards said that Broadcom handing back 1,500 big customers back to channel partners and giving its channel 15% of the value of deals they win would be its best defense against potential migrations.

However, posting on LinkedIn, Edwards said that Broadcom CEO Hock Tan’s efforts to “strip out layers of cost and complexity” have so far “come at the expense of customer and partner relationships.”

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• Leaked FCC filings in the US suggest Mavic 4 Pro will land soon
• Mavic 4 Pro would replace the triple-camera Mavic 3 Pro from April 2023
• It could sport a new camera array and a bigger battery

It appears that the looming threat of a US ban has only served to accelerate DJI's drone production, as yet another new drone has seemingly leaked – the DJI Mavic 4 Pro.

Prominent DJI leaker @JasperEllens shared on X (formerly Twitter) a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing in the US of DJI's latest flagship camera drone, the Mavic 4 Pro, which comes just a few days after an all-new foldable DJI Flip was leaked in the same way.

A double whammy of what could be two of the best DJI drones is certainly something for fans to get excited about, especially given the Flip is a mysterious new model, while the Mavic 4 Pro would succeed the superb Mavic 3 Pro, the world's first triple-camera drone that was launched in April 2023.

We awarded the Mavic 3 Pro both best drone and best camera in the TechRadar Choice Awards 2023 – it's that good. The Mavic 4 Pro has a tough act to follow then, so what can we expect from DJI's next flagship camera drone? There are a few leaks that hit the feeds of DJI leakers on X on the same day, so let's see what we can learn already.

A serious flagship on the horizon

Suddenly a #wild 'Drone' registration appears. All with censored white pages and a 'empty' FCC label. But then... BINGO. It is the #Mavic4 PRO label. It's coming.... Will they actually launch it before the USA DJI ban in 2025? Exciting times. Cheers Jasper pic.twitter.com/i3VjtC3FfsDecember 5, 2024

There's not much by way of product info to learn from these first leaks, besides two FCC filings suggesting that the Mavic 4 Pro is coming soon, possibly in two iterations, and that it packs a beefier 6654 mAh battery to the Mavic 3 Pro's already impressive 5000 mAh battery.

A new battery unit suggests a new design, and we were given a glimpse of the product itself in a video shared on X that seemingly shows a DJI staffer packing the Mavic 4 Pro drone away, covered in development stickers, after a test flight.

Another blurry image of what appears to be the same drone in flight shows a spherical camera unit which looks a little different to the one in the Mavic 3 Pro, so perhaps we can anticipate a new camera array.

That's not a lot to go on right now. But as with all recent DJI product launches, we can expect plenty more leaks in the build up, when we will find out more about what could be the best drone in 2025.

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• Only 1.8% of the 45,000 individuals analyzed were bothered about AI ethics
• Consumers believe organizations should be held accountable
• EU AI Act brings multimillion-euro penalties

According to Pluralsight, of the 45,000 people who wanted to learn about artificial intelligence, only a mere 1.8% actively searched how to adopt AI responsibly.

The study revealed a rise in interest surrounding generative AI, machine learning and AI for cybersecurity, however Pluralsight Chief Content Officer Chris Herbert said that no significant interest in ethical AI was seen on the platform.

Herbert added: “It’s crucial that learners understand the risks and pitfalls associated with AI so they can adopt it ethically.”`

We’re not interested in ethical AI

The report highlights Google DeepMind research showing how AI can be misused, manipulated and exploited. Herbert said we should be focusing on “mitigating its risks and negative consequences while maximizing its positive outcomes.”

Lead Content Strategist Adam Ipsen also noted Accenture research reveals that more than three-quarters (77%) of global consumers believe organizations should be held accountable for AI misuse, highlighting the need for greater awareness.

The reality is that four in five executives and nearly as many (72%) IT practitioners say their organization often invest in new tech without considering employee training. In a similar vein, only 12% of execs have significant experience working with AI.

Consequences for not adopting AI ethically are also set to have a financial value, with the EU AI Act entering force in August 2024 and gradually seeing enforcement increased over the course of the next few years. Maximum fines stand at €35 million or 7% of global turnover.

Looking ahead, Ipsen urges businesses not to see AI as a “one and done” project, but one that requires constant upskilling. Those who take the time to learn will realize the true benefits of AI rather than see it become a liability that causes them to face legislative and regulatory hurdles.

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could be the best Android phone of 2025. At the very least it will probably be in the conversation, but while we’re still in 2024 at the time of writing, you probably won’t have to wait very long for this phone, as it’s likely to land near the start of 2025.

Between leaks and past form we have a very good idea of when the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could be announced, right down to a potential day. And based on that we can also take some educated guesses as to when pre-orders will open and when it will ship.

So to find out when you might be able to purchase the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, read on. And check back soon, as we’ll be updating this article whenever we hear any new release date information.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra announcement date predictions

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Philip Berne / Future)

Our best guess for when the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will be announced is January 22. A source with a good track record for Samsung leaks points to that January 22 date, and that also matches with another leak, which technically said the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra would be announced on January 23, but once you account for time differences (as that source is in South Korea) it becomes January 22.

This is the only specific date that’s been leaked, so with no conflicting reports and two sources pointing to January 22, we’d say that’s a very likely date.

Plus, in recent years Samsung has always announced its new Galaxy S models in either January or February, so a January announcement would make sense.

More specifically, the timing has always recently been between mid-January and mid-February, which again fits with January 22, and that date also gives the announcement enough breathing room from CES 2025, which runs from January 7-11.

Samsung is likely to announce various smart home products and TVs there, and likely wouldn’t want to take attention from them with a phone launch, but by January 22, CES will be long finished.

All that said, while we think Wednesday, January 22 is very likely, we’re not certain of it. But at the very least, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will probably be announced sometime between mid-January and mid-February, alongside the Samsung Galaxy S25, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, and perhaps the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra pre-order date predictions

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)

Samsung usually lets you pre-order its new Galaxy S phones the same day as they’re announced. So based on the above, the most likely pre-order date for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is January 22, but it could be anytime between roughly January 15 and February 15.

So you’ll probably be able to place your order soon, but hopefully you’ve been saving, as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra price could be very high.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra on-sale date predictions

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Future | Alex Walker-Todd)

There tends to be a roughly two week gap from when new Galaxy S models are announced to when they go on sale.

For example, the Samsung Galaxy S24 went on sale exactly two weeks after its announcement, on January 31, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S22 both went on sale 16 days after they were announced, and the Samsung Galaxy S21 went on sale 15 days after it was announced.

So assuming the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is announced on January 22 it will probably ship sometime around Wednesday, February 5, which is two weeks later, and we’d imagine no later than Friday, February 7, since it’s not likely to hit stores on a weekend, and any later would be a change from Samsung’s usual patterns.

Of course, it could be announced earlier or later than January 22, but assuming an announcement sometime between mid-January and mid-February, the on-sale date will likely be between late January and early March.

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• A new OnePlus Watch has been spotted on a US government website
• New information has been confirmed, including battery and size
• Only one size is listed – not good for those with small wrists

The OnePlus Watch 3 rumors continue to gather pace, after a listing for a new watch was spotted on US government website, having been filed by OnePlus.

One of our best Android watches of 2024, the OnePlus Watch 2 was a terrific Wear OS watch, rated very highly, which managed to squeeze 100 hours of battery life thanks to a large 500mAh battery and a secondary, low-power operating system used when Wear OS wasn't needed.

The listing on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website, a necessary bit of paperwork for telecomms devices, suggests a new watch with a 631mAh battery life, indicating this watch will have even more staying power.

The FCC listing, first spotted by AndroidHeadlines, also give us a few details on sizes. Only one size is mentioned in the listing, like the OnePlus Watch 2 before it: 46.6mm x 47mm x 11.76mm. That's pretty similar again to the OnePlus Watch 2's 47 x 46.6 x 12.1 (mm size.

There's no word yet on when the watch might be released, but rumors point to January, when we expect OnePlus to debut the global version of the currently China-exclusive OnePlus 13 handset.

Analysis: Still only one size

We loved the OnePlus Watch 2, but one aspect of its design that bothered us was its size. Its simply too big for users with smaller wrists, and alienates those users, who'll have to make do with a Pixel Watch. But even the Google Pixel Watch 3 introduced a second size, now packing a choice between 41mm and 45mm displays.

Similarly, Samsung does its watches in two different sizes (with the exception of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra) as do Apple and Garmin. Now that OnePlus has a serious contender of a smartwatch (we gave it 4.5 stars in our review) I would have expected the team behind the watch to have introduced a second size for smaller wrists. It's possible OnePlus may yet surprise us, but this becomes unlikely as we get closer to the rumored January reveal.

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• Prime Video has released a trailer for the new cop drama On Call
• On Call puts an exciting and realistic twist on the action-packed genre
• The show follows a police duo on call in Long Beach, California

Whether you're an adrenaline junkie or not, you'll definitely enjoy Prime Video's high-octane trailer for new police procedural On Call.

On Call thrusts us into the action-packed heart of policing as the series follows a veteran and rookie police duo as they respond to emergencies in Long Beach, California. On Call isn't all about sleuthing detectives and murder mysteries, it's actually an exciting and visceral take on the patrol side of policing through the use of hand-held cameras, body cam, and dash-cam footage to create a cinema verité effect.

In the heart-pounding trailer (see below), Troian Bellisario (Pretty Little Liars) plays seasoned cop Traci Harmon and Brandon Larracuente (The Good Doctor) stars as her partner-in-training Alex Diaz as they go on patrol together chasing criminals and saving citizens. We also get glimpses of Lori Loughlin (Full House) as Lieutenant Bishop and Chicago Fire star Monica Raymund in her guest starring role of Officer Maria Delgado. It's definitely a busy day at the office!

What is On Call about?

On Call is described as an "adrenalized and visceral police drama," which aims to add some realism to the format with a "cinema verité effect" by using a mixture of hand-held cameras, bodycam and dash-camera footage. The imaginative series also explores "the morality of protecting and serving a community".

Bellisario stars as "hard-charging but protective veteran officer" Traci Harmon, who struggles to fit in at the department while training the future generation of officers. Meanwhile, Larracuente portrays Alex Diaz, "an ambitious rookie" who who grapples with holding onto his optimistic views as he faces tough challenges in today's society.

With an intriguing twist on the cop drama genre, On Call has the potential to become one of the best Prime Video shows, but we'll just have to wait and see when it debuts on one of the best streaming services on January 9, 2025.

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• Eric Meurice and Steve Sanghi have joined Intel’s board with immediate effect
• They’ve been described as “successful CEOs with proven track records”
• The search for ex-CEO Pat Gelsinger’s replacement continues

Intel has announced the appointment of two new members to its board – semiconductor industry veterans Eric Meurice and Steve Sanghi – as the search for a new CEO continues.

The addition of Meurice, former ASML CEO, and Sanghi, Microchip Technology interim CEO, brings back some much-needed semiconductor expertise to the board following Lip-Bu Tan’s departure in August.

The board’s interim executive chair, Frank Yeary, commented: “Eric and Steve are highly respected leaders in the semiconductor industry whose deep technical expertise, executive experience and operational rigor make them great additions to the Intel board.”

Intel adds two new members to its board

Yeary goes on to describe both new members as “successful CEOs with proven track records of creating shareholder value.”

Meurice served as president and CEO for ASML between 2004 and 2013 after high-ranking positions with ITT Semiconductors and Dell. He said: “I am thrilled to join Intel’s board as the company completes a historic pace of process technology innovation and transforms its business for the future.”

Sanghi, who recently took on the interim CEO and president roles at Arizona-based Microchip Technology, also has several decades’ experience including a decade at Intel. He added: “I am excited to lend my experience and perspective as Intel executes one of the most consequential corporate transformations in decades.”

Under his leadership, Microchip Technology achieved 121 consecutive quarters of profitability, with its market cap shooting from $10 million to $44 billion over a period of 30 years.

With these two veterans on its side, Intel now hopes that its ongoing transformation following poor financial performance will revive the company and restore investor confidence. Its two most recent quarters saw revenue drop by 1%, and then 6%, year-over-year.

The welcome news comes four days after the company’s CEO, Pat Gelsinger, resigned from his role. For now, the search for Gelsinger’s replacement continues.

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• A new roadmap has given dates for Apple’s upcoming OLED devices
• The MacBook Pro and the iPad mini are first in line
• Not every device will get Tandem OLED tech

We’ve long wondered when Apple will launch an OLED MacBook Pro, and a new product roadmap might have provided the answer. According to information shared by leaker Jukanlosreve on X, the switch might start happening by 2026.

But there’s more than just the MacBook Pro on the schedule. The roadmap suggests that the next Apple products to get OLED displays will be the iPad mini, which could debut alongside the OLED MacBook Pro.

While the former will use a single-layer panel (meaning no Tandem OLED like that found in the iPad Pro), the MacBook Pro will apparently come with Tandem OLED goodness. We’ll also see a slight increase in the MacBook Pro’s display size, the roadmap claims, going from 14.2 and 16.2 inches to 14.3 and 16.3 inches on the two MacBook Pro models.

In 2027, both sizes of the iPad Air will be outfitted with single-layer OLED panels (again, no Tandem OLED). Then in 2028, we will reportedly see both the iPad Pro and the MacBook Air get the OLED treatment – as expected, only the iPad Pro’s screen will feature Tandem OLED tech. The MacBook Air will slightly increase its display sizes to 13.8 and 15.5 inches, up from the current 13.6 and 15.3 inches.

That will leave the 10.9-inch iPad as the only Apple tablet not to get an OLED display of some form, but that shouldn’t be too surprising given its entry-level status.

Interestingly, the report alleges that Apple will finally launch its long-rumored foldable device in 2028. This will have an 18.8-inch Tandem OLED screen and ProMotion dynamic refresh rate, and it’s described as a “tablet/note PC/monitor” in the roadmap. It’ll therefore be very interesting to see how Apple positions this device and what sort of use cases the company envisions for it.

A plausible timeframe

(Image credit: Future)

OLED technology is currently entirely absent from the MacBook line, even as many of the best laptops boast fantastic OLED screens.

Yet it’s not Apple’s style to rush to market with new technology, and it instead prefers to wait until it thinks it can one-up the competition before revealing its hand. As well as that, the mini-LED displays in the MacBook Pro are some of the best on the market (OLED or not), which has given Apple more breathing room to research and design its OLED panels at its own pace.

Jukanlosreve says that its information was sourced from industry analysts Omdia, which means they didn’t get it directly from someone at Apple or one of the company’s suppliers. While that means it’s a little harder to know how trustworthy this information is, well-regarded Apple analyst Ross Young largely agreed with the forecast, which lends it some weight given how accurate Young has been in the past.

So, if you’re in the market for a new OLED-equipped Apple device, you now have a plausible roadmap for when these new devices might come to market. Don’t take it as gospel – it could well be wrong – but it's our best guess yet.

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